JAMMU, May 8: In light of the escalating situation along the Indo-Pak border, authorities have announced the closure of educational institutions in several districts of Jammu and Kashmir on May 9 and 10 as a precautionary step. According to an official communication from the Director of School Education Kashmir, all government and private schools in Baramulla, Kupwara, Gurez Sub-Division, and areas near Srinagar and Awantipora Airports will remain shut for two days. The move has been taken to en

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 7: In case of Indo-Pak war, J&Ks largest wholesale grain market Warehouse-Nehru Market will provide free ration and essential medicines to the needy people. This was stated by Traders Federation Ware House-Nehru Market president, Deepak Gupta here today in a press conference. There is no need for the common people to panic as in case of war the Federation will establish a Ration War Room and Medicine War Room at Warehouse office and will also start [] The post

Secretary, Industries & Commerce Department and Director JKEDI along with others reviewing World Bank-funded RAMP programme at Govt ITI Reasi. The post Secretary, Industries & Commerce Department and Director JKEDI along with others reviewing World Bank-funded RAMP programme at Govt ITI Reasi. appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

New Delhi, May 7: National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Wednesday told his counterparts in various countries that India has no intent to escalate tensions but is prepared to retaliate resolutely if Pakistan does so, officials said. Doval briefed his counterparts in the US, UK, Saudi Arabia and Japan about Indias missile strikes against terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. He also established contact with Russia and France, officials said. NSA briefed his c

New Delhi, May 6: The Election Commission on Tuesday held an interaction with Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati here, its first meeting with a political party as part of an initiative to push for greater and regular engagement with different stakeholders. BSPs national general secretary Satish Chandra Misra and party treasurer Shridhar were also present. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar along with Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi spoke with the BSP leadership

Shortlisted students with recruiting teams during campus placement at SPMR College of Commerce. The post Shortlisted students with recruiting teams during campus placement at SPMR College of Commerce. appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 3: Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has announced that the Hyundai CRETA has retained its position as the highest-selling car in India for the second straight month. A statement said that in April 2025, the company sold 17,016 units of the CRETA, recording a 10.2% year-on-year growth compared to April 2024. Between January and April 2025, it said, Hyundai sold a total of 69,914 units of the CRETA, making it the countrys best-selling SUV during this [] The pos

M Saleem Pandit The recent terror attack in Pahalgam has sent shockwaves through Kashmir, creating an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty. With the tragic loss of 26 lives, including a local pony handler, what started as a peaceful summer outing for nearly two thousand tourists turned into a bloodbath that has left a deep scar on the hearts of many across India. The attack, which occurred in the picturesque meadows of Baisaran, has not only shaken the local population but [] The post Pahalgam ter

Chairman Indian Chamber of Commerce, Jammu, Rahul Sahai presenting an idol of Hanuman Ji to LG, Manoj Sinha. The post Chairman Indian Chamber of Commerce, Jammu, Rahul Sahai presenting an idol of Hanuman Ji to LG, Manoj Sinha. appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

KABUL, May 1 : Afghanistans trade with India reached over $890 million last year, according to the Taliban-run-Ministry of Industry and Commerce. Abdul Salam Jawad, a Taliban spokesman for the ministry, said in a video message on X (formerly Twitter) that Afghanistan exported $627 million worth of goods to India while importing $263 million in products from the country. This indicates the ongoing recovery in Afghanistans highly fragile economy, which has managed to stabilise itself somewhat. The

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 29: In a significant development for local infrastructure, the long-awaited blacktopping work in Ward No. 43, Nanak Nagar was formally kick started by MLA, Bahu Ch. Vikram Randhawa today. The initiative, taken up in collaboration with the Public Works Department (PWD), aims to improve road conditions and facilitate smoother traffic movement in the area,, said Vikram Randhawa while addressing the people on the occasion. The inauguration ceremony witnessed the pr

LOS ANGELES, Apr 28: American actor-comedian Kevin Hart, who was scheduled to tour India for his comedy special Acting My Age, has cancelled the show in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack in solidarity with those affected. Hart, known for films such as Get Hard, The Wedding Ringer, and Ride Along films, was set to perform on April 30 in Delhi, marking his first show in the country. Show organisers District By Zomato in a statement shared on [] The post Kevin Harts comedy show in India cance

No one to be harassed, says DP NEW DELHI, Apr 26: Pakistani Hindu refugees staying at Delhis Majnu Ka Tila are anxious about their status due to inadequate information even though the Government has clarified that Long Term Visas (LTVs) already granted to Hindu Pakistani nationals will remain valid. Delhi Police officials said that a verification drive has been launched but they will ensure that no one is harassed unnecessarily. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp India announced on [

Widespread cancellation of advance bookings Nishikant Khajuria JAMMU, Apr 25: Pahalgam terror attack has started showing its catastrophic impact even in Jammu region by giving a major blow to the regions tourism prospects and causing widespread cancellation of advance bookings amid raising concerns about safety. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp In the last three days, there has been a sharp decline in the number of visitors arriving at Mata Vaishno Devi shrine and tourist places li

Srinagar, Apr 24: PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Thursday asked Union Home Minister Amit Shah to ensure safety of Kashmiris residing in other parts of the country in view of threats issued by right wing elements following the Pahalgam terror attack. In a post on X, the former chief minister said she spoke with Shah to offer condolences over the Pahalgam killings. Spoke with Home Minister @AmitShahji to extend my deepest condolences & also express solidarity with bereaved families of [] The post

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JAMMU, Apr 23: Several parts of Jammu region observed a complete shutdown on Wednesday to protest the terror attack in Pahalgam, officials said. Besides Jammu city, shutdown was observed in Reasi, Udhampur, Katra, Kathua, and Samba. Protests were held in several parts of Jammu city, with many protesters raising anti-Pakistan slogans. We want a befitting reply to Pakistan on the pattern of surgical strikes to destroy terror bases there. We want terrorists and their supporters in J-K to be elimina

JEDDAH, Apr 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for India on Tuesday night after cutting short his two-day visit to Saudi Arabia in the wake of the deadly terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. Modi was originally scheduled to return to New Delhi on Wednesday night. PM @narendramodi concludes his State Visit to Saudi Arabia and has emplaned for India, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a post on X. The attack in Kashmirs Pahalgam killed 26 people, mostly [] The post PM Modi Departs For

Jammu Chamber of Commerce and Industries gives call for Jammu bandh tomorrow (Wednesday), says JCCI president Arun Gupta The post Jammu Chamber Of Commerce And Industries Gives Call For Jammu Bandh Tomorrow : Arun Gupta appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 21: A seven days NSS Camp was started by NSS Units of Government SPMR College of Commerce, Jammu today, marked by vibrant enthusiasm and dedicated participation of NSS volunteers and faculty. The camp will feature a series of week-long activities, including visits to adopted villages, cleanliness drives, awareness sessions, and skill-based training programs aimed at personality development and community service. The inaugural ceremony was held in the col

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 19: On the occasion of World Liver Day, SKIMS Medical College, Bemina, today organized an awareness-cum-screening program focusing on Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) among youth aged 18 to 25 years. The program was aimed to spread awareness and promote early screening for NAFLD, which is increasingly being observed in younger populations due to changing lifestyles and dietary habits. Principal SKIMS MC, Prof. Fazlul Qadir, while addressing the part

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Apr 16: Taking a significant step towards the infrastructural development of Udhampur constituency, MLA Udhampur West, Pawan Kumar Gupta today kick started the blacktopping and construction work of a 1.75-kilometre-long road from Sundrani to Dhannu via Namble and Thowal Modha. The commencement of this road project is expected to provide a major boost to connectivity and ease of travel for the local residents. Addressing the gathering, Gupta emphasized that provi

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 16: A legal awareness programme focusing on domestic violence, property rights, and workplace discrimination was organized today at Government Degree College (GDC) Sumbal by the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Bandipora in coordination with Tehsil Legal Services Committee (TLSC) Sumbal. The event held under the directions of the J&K Legal Services Authority, was organized under the chairmanship of Khalil Ahmad Choudhary, Chairman DLSA (Principal Dis

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 13: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Kumar Choudhary today flagged off a bus service from Jammu to Nowshera via Seri. While speaking on the occasion, Deputy Chief Minister said that this daily bus service from Jammu to Nowshera will benefit thousands of people who faced many difficulties in up-down travel from the designated area earlier. He said it was a long pending demand of the locals and expressed his satisfaction that Government is proficient to fullfil th

Dy CM Surinder Choudhary flagging off bus service from Jammu to Nowshera on Sunday. The post Dy CM Surinder Choudhary flagging off bus service from Jammu to Nowshera on Sunday. appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

DHAKA, Apr 10:Bangladesh interim governments Commerce Adviser Sheikh Bashir Uddin on Thursday said that his country will not face any problems due to the cancellation of trans-shipment facilities by India and Dhaka will try to overcome the situation on its own. His remarks came a day after India on Wednesday announced the withdrawal of the trans-shipment facility it had granted to Bangladesh for exporting various items to West Asia, Europe and various other countries, except Nepal and Bhutan. J

LSIBON, Apr 8: Indians do not want to conquer countries but want to conquer hearts, President Droupadi Murmu said while interacting with Indian researchers here on Tuesday. During an interactive session with Indian researchers at Champalimaud Centre for Unknowns, the president told them to be the best ambassadors of India as they are identified by the name of their country. You will excel in education. You will excel in research. You will become a good scholar but you will contribute [] The post

NEW YORK, Apr 8: Yoga mats were rolled out in the iconic New York city landmark World Trade Centre as a special event at the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere kickstarted the 75-day countdown to the 11th International Day of Yoga. The Consulate General of India in New York hosted a special 75 days to go yoga session, a countdown to the 11th International Day of Yoga, that will be commemorated globally on June 21. Overlooking expansive aerial views [] The post Yoga session at Americas ta

BJP celebrates 45th Foundation Day Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 6: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) J&K celebrated its 45th Foundation Day with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervour at its Headquarters Jawahar Nagar, Srinagar and party office Jammu and other places respectively. At Srinagar the occasion marked the presence of party leaders, senior functionaries, Karyakartas, and supporters from various parts of the Valley. Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying,

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 1: In a significant step towards enhancing women welfare coupled with improving public transportation, Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Chowdhary, today launched a free bus service for women across the region. Click here to watch video The initiative included both the electric buses and Jammu and Kashmir Road Transport Corporation (JKRTC) buses. This will ensure safe, accessible and cost-free travel for women, including working professionals, students and daily

DyCM Surinder Chowdhary launching free bus service on Tuesday. Excelsior/Rakesh The post DyCM Surinder Chowdhary launching free bus service on Tuesday.Excelsior/Rakesh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Srinagar, Apr 1: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah launched free bus service for women in the Union Territory, at a function held at Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) here on Tuesday. Abdullah expressed hope that the move would make travel easy and comfortable for women. The launch was also attended by ministers Satish Sharma and Sakina Itoo. Free bus rides for women, a promise made in the National Conferences election manifesto, was announced in the recent budg

New Delhi, Mar 31: The Supreme Court-appointed National Task Force (NTF) has started its functioning and will seek public opinion in preparing its reports on tackling mental health issues in educational institutions across the country. In a landmark judgment on March 24, a bench headed by Justice JB Pardiwala took note of the recurring cases of student suicides in higher educational institutions and formed the NTF to address the mental health concerns of students and prevent such incidents. The

New Delhi, Mar 30: The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, which gives armed forces operating in disturbed areas sweeping powers and immunity from prosecution unless approved by the Centre, was on Sunday extended for six months in entire Manipur, except the jurisdictions of 13 police stations, in view of the law and order situation there. The AFSPA, which is imposed in areas declared disturbed, has also been extended to eight districts in Nagaland and 21 police station areas in five [] The post A

NEW DELHI, Mar 30:State gas utility GAIL (India) Ltd will start receiving LNG under a five-year 12 cargoes per year deal from Qatar Energy Trading from next month as it augments sourcing to meet rising demand of the worlds fastest growing economy. Purchases under the deal will start from April, GAIL chairman and managing director Sandeep Kumar Gupta said. GAIL had in December last year awarded a liquefied natural gas (LNG) purchase tender for procuring 12 cargoes per year [] The post GAILs 12 L

JAMMU, Mar 29: The Legal Metrology Enforcement Unit Jammu has imposed a penalty of 1.80 lakh on a West Bengal-based e-commerce platform for supplying a customer with less than the declared quantity of a cosmetic healthcare product. The action followed a written complaint received by the Controller, alleging that the pre-packaged commodity delivered through the platform contained only 50% of the declared net quantity. A subsequent inquiry and quantity measurement test confirmed this discrepancy,

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 28: Celebrate Eid in style with V-Marts fresh collection, offering a wide range of trendy outfits for women, men, and kids. This seasons collection includes stylish oversized t-shirts, cargos, and resort collar shirts for men, as well as embellished kurtas, salwar suits, and chic tops for women. A statement said V-Mart also introduces a special range for younger shoppers, ensuring everyone can find the perfect look for the occasion. To make your shopping experi

CHICAGO, Mar 28:A federal Judge has temporarily blocked the US Department of Labour from implementing parts of President Donald Trumps executive orders aimed at curbing diversity, equity and inclusion efforts among federal contractors and grant recipients. Judge Matthew Kennelly of the US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois halted the Labor Department from requiring federal contractors or grant recipients from certifying that they dont operate any programmes in violation of Tru

NEW DELHI, Mar 27: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday met US Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Suzanne Clark. Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Smt @nsitharaman met Ms @SuzanneUSCC, President and CEO, US Chamber of Commerce @USChamber, in New Delhi, today, along with Mr Atul Keshap, President, @USIBC at @USChamber, the Finance Ministry said in an X post. The ministry further said that during the meeting, Sitharaman mentioned that India values the growing business

Mohd Yaseen Today, on World Theatre Day, we come together to celebrate one of the most powerful forms of art that has stood the test of time, called Theatre. Theatre is an art form that not only entertains but also educates, challenges, and shapes the society we live in. Through its performances, theatre brings attention to social evils, offers a critique of prevailing norms, and attempts to create a more harmonious social structure. Over the years, theatre has earned its [] The post Encouraging

JERUSALEM, Mar 26:The Israeli military has ordered the evacuation of parts of Gaza City as it steps up its renewed offensive against Hamas. The latest orders issued Wednesday apply to Zeitoun, Tel al-Hawa and other neighbourhoods where Israeli forces have carried out previous operations during the 17-month war. The military said it will soon respond to rocket fire from the area and ordered residents to move south. Israel ended its ceasefire with Hamas last week when it launched a [] The post Is

WASHINGTON, Mar 26:The US Commerce Department imposed export restrictions on 70 companies from China, Pakistan, South Africa, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates due to their alleged activities contrary to the US national interests, according to a Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) final rule that is scheduled to be published on March 28. In this final rule, BIS amends the Export Administration Regulations by adding 70 entities to the Entity List, under the destinations of China, Peoples Repub

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 25: Minister for Transport, Satish Sharma, today flagged off a bus service from Jammu to Neel Banihal in presence of MLA Banihal, Sajad Shaheen at JKRTC Office Rail Head Complex here. MD JKRTC, Rakesh Kumar Srangal, RTO Jammu, Jasmeet Singh besides senior officers and staff members of the concerned departments were present on the occasion. While speaking on the occasion, the Minister said that this daily bus service from Jammu to Neel Banihal will benefit thous

Dr Arun Manhas, Director-Industries & Commerce inaugurating workshop of AM KIA in Jammu on Monday. The post Dr Arun Manhas, Director-Industries & Commerce inaugurating workshop of AM KIA in Jammu on Monday. appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Mar 22: A missing youth was found dead in Champal nallah in village Krowa Jaganoo, Udhampur. Reports said that the dead body of Parveen Singh (26), son of Rajinder Singh, resident of Sunal Jaganoo Udhampur, was spotted this morning in Champal nallah in village Krowa Jaganoo, by some locals. On being informed, SHO Udhampur Raghuvir Singh along with a police team reached the spot and shifted the body to the mortuary room of Udhampur District Hospital. According []

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 19: Arvind Gupta, senior BJP leader and MLA Jammu West, today kick-started the macadamization and blacktopping work in Bharat Nagar, Ward No 40, along with its allied links, including Kabir Colony and Vijay Nagar, at an estimated cost of Rs 22 lakhs. This initiative is part of the broader infrastructure development plan aimed at improving road connectivity and ensuring better civic amenities for the residents of Jammu West. The senior BJP leader emphasized that

NEW DELHI, Mar 19:The Commerce Ministrys investigation arm DGTR has recommended imposition of a 12 per cent provisional safeguard duty for 200 days on certain steel products with an aim to protect domestic players from surge in imports. Last year in December, the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) started the investigation into the sudden surge in imports of Non-Alloy and Alloy Steel Flat Products, used in various industries, including fabrication, pipe making, construction, capital go

Nagpur, Mar 19: The law and order situation in Nagpur, which was rocked by violence on Monday night, is under control but a curfew continues in many sensitive areas of the city, a senior official said on Wednesday. Police Commissioner Ravinder Kumar Singal said the situation will be reviewed in the afternoon. Another official said that more than 2,000 armed police personnel have been deployed in the sensitive areas. Similarly, the QRT (quick response team) and RCP (riot control police) [] The po

Gurugram, Mar, 19: It was a moment of homecoming for Lal Pari a 1950 vintage MG roadster, when it had reached the UK in October 2023, after covering nearly 13,500 km spanning 13 countries, carrying four members of a family from Ahmedabad and the spirit of India. Daman Thakore, proud owner, who drove this car, accompanied by his wife, father and daughter, for over 70 days, on their arrival, were welcomed by the people of Abingdon in Oxfordshire, a [] The post Meet Lal Pari: Red beauty that stole

Rajouri/Jammu, Mar 18: A fire broke out at the Government Medical College (GMC) in Jammu and Kashmirs Rajouri district on Tuesday, prompting the evacuation of more than 150 patients from the hospital, officials said. The fire was noticed in the basement of the hospital in Rajouri town on Tuesday morning. It was controlled within one hour without reports of any casualty, assistant director of Fire and Emergency Services, Himanshu Gupta, said. The patients and their attendants were taken out of []