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New Delhi, Dec 26 : Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday launched two databases the Organised Crime Network Database and the Weapons Database for lost, looted & recovered arms hosted by the National Investigation Agency. The databases are meant to be used by law enforcement agencies across the country. The minister said a new plan to launch a 360-degree assault on organised crime would be brought in the coming days, and that these databases would form a [] The post Planning A 360-Degree Ass

Jammu, Dec 27: Sixteen people were detained by police from drug-related hotspots in Jammu and Kashmirs Samba district on Friday, officials said. Acting on a tip-off, police carried out an operation in areas prone to drug-related activities at Rakh Barotian in Vijaypur tehsil, where some homeless people were found wandering suspiciously, they said. They detained 16 people under preventive sections of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) and lodged them in district jail Kathua, the offici

Jammu, Dec 26 : The Jammu railway division will operate special reserved train services for six days from Saturday between New Delhi and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra to facilitate passengers amid heavy rush during the New Year celebrations, officials said. The special trains will run from December 27 to January 1 to manage increased passenger traffic during the holiday season, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager, Jammu Division, Uchit Singhal said. According to officials, a special reserved tra

Srinagar, Dec 26: PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Friday said there was a growing intolerance in the country and urged Jammu and Kashmir chief minister to send a ministerial team to different states to ensure safety of Kashmiris there in the wake of the harassment incidents. The intolerance in the entire country has increased. Lynchings are taking place. What is happening in Bangladesh pains us, but those who criticise it watch as mute spectators when lynchings take place here, Mehbooba [] The p

Samba, Dec 26: A suspicious balloon shaped like an aeroplane was found lying in agricultural fields near Path Seekers School in the Ramgarh sector in Jammu and Kashmirs Samba district on Friday, an official said. According to officials, the object was first spotted by local residents of Ramgarh, who immediately informed the police. Acting on the information, a police team reached the spot and secured the area. Based on preliminary observations, the balloon is suspected to have originated from ac

JAMMU, Dec 26: Aimed at accelerating the pace of development in Poonch district, Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today chaired a virtual meeting to review the progress of ongoing developmental works in the district. The review meeting was attended by the District Development Commissioner (DDC), Poonch, Ashok Kumar Sharma, along with Heads of Departments and key district officers representing various line departments. The meeting was co

Srinagar, Dec 26: Two boys were injured after receiving an electric shock while taking photographs atop a train at Budgam Railway Station on Friday, officials said. An official said, the injured were brought to SMHS Hospital Srinagar after they came in contact with a live electric wire while taking photos on top of a train at the railway station. The injured have been identified as Reyan Ahmad, son of Shameem Ahmad Dar, a resident of Maharajpora Batamaloo, aged 16 years, [] The post Two Boys Inj

Srinagar, Dec 26: Police arrested a 27-year-old man from Pampore in South Kashmir Pulwama district and recovered Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) worth 86,000 from his possession, officials said on Friday. A senior police officer confirmed that the accused has been identified as Akeel Majeed a resident of Kadalbal, Pampore. He was arrested by Pampore police. During a search, police recovered 172 fake currency notes of 500 denomination, amounting to 86,000, the officer added. A case under Sectio

NEW DELHI, Dec 26: India is expected to remain one of the fastest-growing major economies in the world over the next two years, outperforming global consensus estimates, according to a fresh macroeconomic outlook by global investment bank Goldman Sachs released on Friday. The firm projects Indias real GDP growth at 6.7 per cent in 2026 and 6.8 per cent in 2027, underlining the countrys growing resilience and structural strength amid a moderating global economy. The forecast places India well ahe

NEW DELHI, Dec 26: Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru and Hyderabad led food delivery volumes for magicpin in 2025, with the food delivery platform adding over 6 lakh student and corporate users through its Inner Circle programme during the year, the company said on Friday. The countrys third-largest food delivery firm on-boarded more than 80,000 merchants across food delivery, budget dining and fine dining segments in 2025. magicNOW, its 15-minute quick delivery service, contributed 13 per cent of the food d

NEW DELHI, Dec 26: Sahaj Insurance Services, a corporate agent, on Friday said it has tied up with Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) for the distribution of insurance products across rural and semi-urban parts of the country. Under the collaboration, Kanoria Foundation company Sahajs assisted digital service network will facilitate access to LICs life insurance products and services, enabling citizens to understand, enrol in and manage policies, particularly in areas where insurance awa

NEW DELHI, Dec 26: The Unnao rape survivors mother on Friday said she will approach the Supreme Court challenging the suspension of life term of convict Kuldeep Sengar as she participated in a protest outside the Delhi High Court against the last weeks verdict. Activists from the All India Democratic Womens Association along with activist Yogita Bhayana and the survivors mother held a protest outside the court, demanding cancellation of the bail of Sengar, an expelled BJP MLA. Speaking to [] The

JAMMU, Dec 26: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has entrusted Gurpal Singh, Managing Director of Jammu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (JPDCL), with the additional charge of Managing Director of Jammu and Kashmir Power Development Corporation Limited (JKPDCL) and Jammu and Kashmir Power Corporation Limited (JKPCL). See Order Copy Click Here. The post Gurpal Singh Assigned Additional Charge Of JKPDC, JKPCL MD Posts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

JAMMU, Dec 26: The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has nominated Faizan I Nazar, Central Project Coordinator (CPC) for e-Courts, as the State-Level Nyay Shruti Coordinator for effective implementation, monitoring and overall governance of the Nyay Shruti platform. See Order Copy Click Here. The post J&K High Court Nominates State-Level Nyay Shruti Coordinator appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

JAMMU, Dec 26: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has directed all Government departments, institutions, local bodies and Government residential colonies to expedite the installation of prepaid smart electricity meters under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) to ensure financial stability of power utilities and reliable 247 power supply. See Circular Click Here The post J&K Govt Directs Expeditious Installation Of Prepaid Smart Meters In All Govt Buildings appeared first on Daily Excel

New Delhi, Dec 26: The Centre has asked all Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers to file their property details in time or face action including disciplinary proceedings and denial of promotion, according to an official communique. All IAS officers are required to submit the annual Immovable Property Return (IPR) by January 31 of the next year. Failure on part of the members of the service to comply with the requirements of the aforesaid provisions constitutes good and sufficient reason

New Delhi, Dec 26: A special court on Friday extended the custody of two key accused being investigated by the National Investigation Agency in connection with the deadly Red Fort blast case, even as the anti-terror agency continues to unravel the larger conspiracy behind the attack. Additional Sessions Judge Prashant Sharma granted the NIA ten more days of custody of accused Yasir Ahmed Dar while allowing the agency to interrogate Dr Bilal Naseer Malla for a further eight days. The [] The post

TIRUPATI, Dec 26: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Friday said Indias rise as a global power is unstoppable, provided its population, knowledge, and talent remain aligned with traditional values and national goals. Aligning with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwats views, he suggested that couples should ideally have three children to maintain population stability and ensure national strength. Addressing the Bharatiya Vigyan Sammelan here, Naidu said, India cannot be prevented from emerg

New Delhi, Dec 26: From the Maha Kumbh in January-February to the launch of year-long celebrations of 150 years of Vande Mataram in November it was a packed calendar for the Ministry of Culture in 2025. The year ended on a high note with Deepavali, the festival of lights, earning the UNESCO tag. Indias cultural heritage was showcased at the Maha Kumbh through Kalagram in the tent city at Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh. Set up in a sprawling 10.24-acre [] The post Culture: Maha Kumbh, 150 Years Of V

NEW DELHI, Dec 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair the fifth national conference of chief secretaries of all states here over the weekend during which deliberations will be held on further strengthening the Centre-State partnership through structured and sustained dialogue. Based on the extensive deliberations between central ministries, departments, NITI Aayog, states and union territories and domain experts, the conference will focus on the theme Human Capital for Viksit Bharat coverin

NEW DELHI, Dec 26: Prescription medicines used to treat ADHD may be working by making one more alert and interested in tasks, rather than directly improving their ability to focus as was previously thought, a new study has found. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition, marked by short attention spans and restless, impulsive behaviour. Stimulant drugs available in India under market names such as Addwise prescribed by a psychiatrist as treatment are thought

TOKYO, Dec 26: Japans Cabinet on Friday approved a record defence budget plan exceeding 9 trillion yen ($58 billion) for the coming year, aiming to fortify its strike-back capability and coastal defence with cruise missiles and unmanned arsenals as tensions rise in the region. The draft budget for fiscal 2026 beginning April is up 9.4% from 2025 and marks the fourth year of Japans ongoing five-year programme to double annual arms spending to 2% of gross domestic product. The [] The post Japans

NEW DELHI, Dec 26: Saatvik Green Energy on Friday said it has secured an additional order worth Rs 16.74 crore from Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company for setting up off-grid solar water pumps in Maharashtra. With the latest order, the total order size from the state discom stands at 1,815 solar water pumps, aggregating to Rs 30.24 crore (exclusive of GST), a company statement said. The order, under the Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana / PM-KUSUM-B scheme, comprises design, []

NEW DELHI, Dec 26: Titan Co, the countrys leading jewellery maker, on Friday announced its entry into the lab-grown diamond segment, under the brand name of beYon. Focusing on the emerging segment of affordable lab-grown diamonds in the country, the company will open a store in Mumbai on December 29, according to a regulatory filing from a Tata group-managed firm. Titan will launch the brand name beYon from the House of Titan with an exclusive retail store in [] The post Titan to enter lab-gro

NEW DELHI, Dec 26: Consolidation in public sector banks is expected to gain momentum in the coming year, as the Government has expressed its desire to have more big, world-class banks in the country to fuel the next phase of growth for Viksit Bharat by 2047. Last month, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said India needs many big, world-class banks, and work in this regard has already commenced. The Government has initiated discussions with the Reserve Bank and public sector banks, [] The post

Srinagar, Dec 26: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Friday arrested an employee of the Rural Development Department (RDD) red-handed while accepting a bribe at the Deputy Commissioners Office in Anantnag. Official said, the accused has been identified as Manzoor Ahangar, son of Mohammad Rafiq, a resident of Srandoo, who was working as a helper in the RDD department Anantnag. The arrest was carried out by an ACB team led by DySP Mehraj-ud-Din. Officials said the accused was caught red-handed wh

Udhampur, Dec 26: A suspicious bag was found near the Head Post Office in Udhampur on Friday afternoon. Offical sources said that On receiving information, police immediately rushed to the spot and cordoned off the area as a precautionary measure. Further investigation is underway they added. (KNC) The post J&K Police Launch Probe After Suspicious Bag Found In Udhampur appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

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JAMMU, Dec 26: Despite being severely impacted due to Pak-sponsored terror attacks (Pahalgam), Operation Sindoor, and unprecedented rains and floods, the Jammu Division of Jammu and Kashmir this year recorded more than 1.47 crores tourists including 12,000 foreigners visiting the various destinations. The tourism sector in Jammu and Kashmir this year remained impacted due to Pahalgam terror attack in April followed by Operation Sindoor in May and heavy to heavy rains and flash floods in the mont

NEW DELHI, Dec 26: A 25-year-old woman was shot at inside a club in Gurugram after she allegedly refused a marriage proposal from a man, police said on Thursday. The incident took place in the early hours of December 20 on MG Road. Police said they received information about a woman injured in a firing incident and found her admitted to a private hospital, where she was initially unfit to give a statement. The womans husband, from Najafgarh in Delhi, [] The post Woman Shot In Gurugram Club After

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Ashok Bhan Paying tribute to former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh,the noted Supreme Court Lawyer and a Kashmiri leader Ashok Bhan said : Dr. Manmohan Singh was a man of deep culture, an astute politician, the ablest economist, and a leader who believed in innovative solutions, Bhan recalled Singhs famous statement that both nations should work towards robust development in South Asia, with Kashmir serving as a corridor towards the progress and prosperity in the region. Dr Singhs exemplary []

SRINAGAR, Dec 26: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has taken a strong note of an assault on a Kashmiri seasonal Shawl Seller in Uttarakhand, making it unequivocally clear that such acts against Kashmiri shawl sellers will not be tolerated at any cost. A top official from the Ministry of Home Affairs said that MHA has taken strong note of the incident and has made it clear that such acts against Kashmiri shawl sellers will not be tolerated at any [] The post Assault On Kashmiri Shawl Sellers Wo

New Delhi, Dec 26: Battling vote chori allegations levelled by the opposition Congress, the Election Commission held special intensive revision of electoral rolls in 13 states and Union territories and a special revision in Assam this year and is all set to hold a similar exercise in the remaining 22 states and Union territories in 2026. While the exercise, which kept the EC in news, was completed in Bihar, it is ongoing in Assam and other 12 states and Union [] The post Battling Vote Chori Alle

New Delhi, Dec 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the governments reform trajectory will continue with even more vigour in the coming times as it is committed to boosting Ease of Living. The prime minister made this observation on a series of posts by the central government on its various reform initiatives. Ours is a Government committed to boosting Ease of Living and this thread below gives examples of how we have worked in that direction. Our reform [] The post Govts Reform Traje

Srinagar, Dec 26: The minimum temperatures improved at most places in Kashmir owing to overcast conditions, providing residents slight relief from cold conditions, officials said on Friday. Srinagar recorded a minimum temperature of 0.2 degrees Celsius, over two degrees up from minus 2.2 degrees Celsius on Wednesday night, the officials said. Central Kashmirs tourist resort of Sonamarg was the coldest place in Jammu and Kashmir with a low of minus 4.7 degrees Celsius, though up from minus 7.3 de

Srinagar, Dec 26: The minimum temperature in Jammu and Kashmirs Srinagar city rose above the freezing point, while at Gulmarg ski resort and Pahalgam hill station it remained below the freezing point on Friday. The Meteorological (MeT) Department officials said, Seasonal precipitation (October 1- December 25) remained -44 per cent (Kashmir Division) departure from normal, which is a deficit and -9 per cent (Jammu Division), which is normal. A spell of light snow (higher reaches) and light rain a

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Panaji, Dec 26: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said on Friday that mediation is increasingly being accepted as a successful, cost-effective and win-win settlement for both litigating parties. He was speaking after taking part in a symbolic walk for Mediation Awareness near Kala Academy in Panaji. Later in the day, he will participate in the conference Mediation: How significant in the present-day context, organised by the India International University of Legal Education and Research at Sanco

Srinagar, Dec 26: A young CBI prosecutor who was critically injured in a road accident near Banihal on Thursday succumbed to his injuries during treatment, on Friday morning, triggering widespread grief across the legal fraternity and his native area. Official sources said the accident occurred on Thursday at around 3:00 pm when an Alto car (JK10), driven by Advocate Sheikh Adil Nabi, son of Ghulam Nabi Sheikh, a resident of Bijbehara in Anantnag district, was travelling from Banihal towards Kas

NEW DELHI, Dec 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said Veer Baal Diwas is a day of reverence, dedicated to remembering the sacrifice of the brave Sahibzades, the sons of Sri Guru Gobind Singh. On the birth anniversary of Sri Guru Gobind Singh on January 9, 2022, the Prime Minister had announced that December 26 would be observed as Veer Baal Diwas to commemorate the martyrdom of Sahibzadas Baba Zorawar Singh and Baba Fateh Singh, the sons of Sri [] The post Veer Baal Diwas A Day Of Rever

2025 will be remembered as the year India consciously chose to think bigger, move faster, and reform deeper. Under PM Modi, it became a defining moment when the country shed layers of outdated laws, simplified its tax and regulatory structures, opened new frontiers for industry, and aligned governance with the aspirations of a confident nation. It was a year when Indias economic philosophy shifted toward clarity, scale, and global ambition. The impact was felt across rural India, industry, labou

29th Inter-District JKUT Billiards & Snooker Cship Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 25: The 29th Inter-District JKUT Billiards and Snooker Championship 202526 continued with intense action as Round 3 and pre-quarterfinal matches were played at MA Stadium Billiards Hall, organized by the Jammu & Kashmir Billiards and Snooker Association (JKBSA) in association with the J&K Sports Council. In Round 3, Ishan Choudhary defeated Rinku by 2-1 (14-58, 61-29, 52-05), while Arjun Singh edged past

REWA (MP), Dec 25 : Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday termed chemical fertilisers as the root cause of many diseases and made a strong pitch for natural farming, saying it not only increases farmers income by at least one-and-half times but also saves water and promotes public health. Addressing a Farmers Conference held here, Shah said the government was developing a complete system from soil and laboratory testing, certification to packaging to ensure agricultural produce of [] The p

NEW YORK, Dec 25: Indias Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, held detailed discussions with Sergio Gor, the US Ambassador-designate to India, ahead of Gor assuming his duties. The talks focused on strengthening trade ties and reviewing Gors plans and priorities for the bilateral partnership. The meeting took place at Mar-a-Lago in Florida and focused on broader bilateral cooperation between the two countries. In a post on X , Kwatra said he was happy to connect with Gor [] The p

Anil Anand a.anil.anand@gmail.com Delhis Ramlila Maidan! It might not be the biggest of the grounds in India presently, but it is the beacon of historicity. It has been the venue of many historic political/social rallies during the last seven decades which from time to time set the tone and tenor for future politics, at times leading to change in dispensations. Should the Rahul Gandhi spearheaded Congresss Vote Chor Gaddi Chhod Rally held on December 14, 2025, in the heart of [] The post Rahuls

Satish Singh Manhas manhas444@gmail.com Bangladesh a nation born out of a bloody struggle against Pakistan in 1971 is once again in the throes of deep political instability and violent unrest. Following months of protest, political upheaval, and spiralling violence, the country now stands on a knifes edge, with repercussions not only for Dhaka but for regional security and Indias northeastern frontier. In the past few days, Bangladesh has been rocked by widespread violence following the death

Excelsior Correspondent BHADERWAH, Dec 25: A deputation of Bhaderwah Beopar Mandal (BBM) led by its president, Naseer Mehboob here today met MLA Bhaderwah, Daleep Singh Parihar and raised demands related to administrative accessibility and public convenience. During interaction, the Beopar Mandal submitted a detailed representation to the MLA, demanding convergence of various government departments into a single secretariat by utilising the old hospital building. The traders highlighted that key

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 25: All-new Tata Sierra was launched at AM TATA Jammu today, marking the return of one of Indias most iconic SUVs. The launch event was held at AM TATAs flagship showroom on NH-44 By-Pass Road, Narwal, Jammu, and saw enthusiastic participation from customers, media representatives and automobile lovers. A statement said the new Tata Sierra represents a modern comeback of a legendary nameplate, combining classic design elements with advanced technology, safety a

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 25: MY Bharat, Jammu, under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports organised a Cluster Level Sports Meet at KNIT Model Academy as part of the closing ceremony of Sansad Khel Mahotsav. The event was graced by MP Jugal Kishore Sharma, Surinder Kumar Bhagat, MLA Marh and Arvind Gupta, MLA Jammu West. The meet featured six disciplines, including team events-Volleyball (Boys) and Tug of War (Girls)-and individual events-Shot Put (Boys), 200 Metre Race (Boys),