Jammu, Oct 14: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated the J&K Polices Diwali Mela -2025 at Gulshan Ground, Jammu today. He paid tributes to the Bravehearts of J&K Police who devoted their lives in the service of the nation. The Lieutenant Governor has urged the people to buy Swadeshi and products made by Self-help Groups and local artisans. Let us boost our local economy, empower local entrepreneurs, increase employment and strengthen the overall economic position of UT of Jammu Kashmir, he

DE Web Desk JAMMU, Oct 14: A man who was critically injured in a domestic cylinder blast at his residence in Nagrota Sandhwan on September 28 has succumbed to his injuries at Government Medical College (GMC) Jammu. The deceased has been identified as Om Prakash, 44, son of Thoru Ram. According to police, Om Prakash, along with his wife Kamla Devi, 39, and daughter Khushi Devi, sustained burn injuries when an LPG cylinder exploded in their house. All three were [] The post Man Injured In Nagrota

Manesar (Haryana), Oct 14: Operation Sindoor ensured the devastation of headquarters, training centres and launchpads of terrorist groups in Pakistan, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Tuesday. Addressing the 41st Raising Day of the anti-terror Black Cat commando force National Security Guard (NSG) at its headquarters here, Shah also said that the government is going to set up a hub the sixth of the force in the temple town of Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh. Operation Sindoor has [] The post Ope

What if your dream home cost 35 % less simply because the tax on building materials was slashed? That may sound like wishful thinking, but the rollout of GST 2.0 from 22 September 2025 comes with exactly such potential changes that the real-estate ecosystem of India is gearing to witness. For homebuyers and home renovations, this new regime holds the promise of cost relief, more clarity, and new opportunities, albeit with some limitations. This article aims to educate on the [] The post How GST

JAMMU, Oct 14: The Finance Department of Jammu and Kashmir has directed all Administrative Departments to submit court cases involving financial implications to it at an early stage. A circular issued in this context stated that many such cases are being sent at a belated stage, leaving the Finance Department with no option but to grant concurrence or release funds without exploring legal remedies. To avoid such situations, departments have been advised to share all litigation-related documents,

Srinagar, Oct 14: The revision in GST rates is expected to reduce the tax collection of Jammu and Kashmir by up to Rs 1,000 crore this fiscal, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said here on Tuesday. Abdullah, addressing the national executive meeting of FICCI here, also said that the fallout of the Pahalgam terror attack, which was a setback to the image of Jammu and Kashmir, along with heavy rains during the summer of 2025, has severely affected the economy of [] The post GST Rate Revision To Reduce

New Delhi, Oct 14: The Supreme Court on Tuesday adjourned to October 15 the hearing on a plea filed by Sonam Wangchuks wife Gitanjali J Angmo challenging the climate activists detention under the National Security Act, and seeking his immediate release. A bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and N V Anjaria posted the matter for hearing on Wednesday due to paucity of time. The top court on October 6 had issues notices to the Centre and the Union Territory of [] The post Ladakh Violence: SC Adjourns T

Whether youre looking to sell your home soon or simply want to make improvements to add value to your home in the future, there are some DIY projects that could pay off. Plus, relatively simple projects you can tackle yourself or with the help of friends and family can be fun and rewarding, especially if you dont want to spend a ton of money hiring professionals. Borrowing money is one way to help fund your DIY home projects, especially if [] The post DIY Projects to Boost Your Homes Value appea

SRINAGAR, Oct 14: Jammu and Kashmir Police on Tuesday carried out extensive search operations across multiple locations in south Kashmirs Shopian district, targeting the houses of former Hurriyat activists and individuals previously associated with the banned Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI). Official sources said that the coordinated raids were launched early in the morning as part of an ongoing crackdown on elements suspected of involvement in activities deemed prejudicial to national security. The searc

New Delhi, Oct 14: The government has extended the tenure of the 16th Finance Commission by one month till November 30. The 16th Finance Commission was constituted by the government on December 31, 2023, with former Niti Aayog vice-chairman Arvind Panagariya as its Chairman. The report by the panel was due by October 31. The Commission will mainly make recommendations on the distribution of taxes between the Centre and states for a 5-year period starting April 1, 2026. The Finance [] The post Go

Bengaluru, Oct 14: The possibility of Rishabh Pants return to action, an array of new stars on the horizon and a clutch of veterans battle for relevance will provide much-needed context to the 91st edition of the Ranji Trophy, beginning across the country on Wednesday. Pants possible appearance in the second round is the highlight of Ranji Trophys first phase, which otherwise lacks any immediate purpose in the larger scheme of things because of Indias long Test winter after the [] The post Ranji

New Delhi, Oct 14: The Congress on Tuesday attacked the government over US President Donald Trumps praise for Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir, saying what kind of signal is the American leader sending to India, in spite of PM Narendra Modis desperate attempts to ingratiate himself with him. What sort of friendship is this between Trump and Modi, the opposition party asked, citing instances of Trumps praise for Munir and past meetings between the two. Congress general secretary in-charge communica

NEW DELHI, Oct 14: Some nations are openly violating the international rules, while many others are wanting to create their own norms and dominate the next century, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Tuesday. India, while advocating for the reform of outdated international structures, is standing strong in upholding the international rules-based order, he said. The defence minister, addressing a conference of military chiefs of nations contributing troops for the UNs peacekeeping missions, h

JAMMU, Oct 14: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday inaugurated one day Police Diwali mela at Gulshan Ground in Jammu. An official said that the LG was accompanied by J&K DGP besides other police and civil officials. A large number of people from all walks of life also attended this mela. This mela has been dedicated to fallen heroes who sacrificed their lives for the protection of the country, he said. LG Sinha paid tributes to martyrs and also inspected [] The post LG Sinha Inaugurates O

Chandigarh, Oct 14: Haryana police officer Y Puran Kumars death is not about the respect of one family but all Dalits, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said on Tuesday while asking Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini to act immediately in the case. Addressing reporters after meeting the family of the senior police officer who was found with a gunshot wound in his Chandigarh home last week, Gandhi said there was systematic discrimination against Kumar to demoralise [] Th

Katra, Oct 14: Three people, including the driver of an auto-rickshaw and two devotees visiting the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine, lost their lives while two others were injured in a tragic road accident near Serli village in Katra on Tuesday morning. An official said, the accident occurred when an auto-rickshaw and a bus coming from the Helipad towards Katra collided head-on. The impact was severe, leaving three persons dead on the spot, while two others sustained injuries, official said. The [] The

NEW DELHI, Oct 14: Tech-powered hotel brand Bloom on Tuesday said its revenue from operations rose 36.14 per cent to Rs 357.50 crore in FY 2024-25, up from Rs 262.60 crore in the previous fiscal, according to its annual consolidated financial statements. Notably, the company has scaled up its annual revenue 6 times in the last three years, growing from Rs 58 crore in FY22 to over Rs 357 crore in FY25. Blooms EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, [] The post Bloom Hotels posts R

MUMBAI, Oct 14: Jammu and Kashmir has registered a ten-fold increase in the investor base on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) over the last ten years, indicating rising financial awareness and growing trust in formal financial systems. According to NSE data, the investor base in Jammu and Kashmir rose from 65,000 in 2015 to 6.51 lakh in 2025, showing a ten-fold increase, compared to the overall national investor base, which grew from 1.79 crore in 2015 to 11.28 crore [] The post Jammu and Kash

NEW DELHI, Oct 14: HouseEazy, a marketplace for resale homes, has raised Rs 150 crore from investors, including Accel, to grow its business. In a statement on Tuesday, the company said it has raised this amount in a Series B funding round led by Accel, with participation from existing investors Chiratae Ventures and Antler. The capital infusion will fuel technology advancements, geographic expansion, and brand growth, while strengthening HouseEazys basket of services, the statement said. HouseE

NEW DELHI, Oct 14: Shares of LG Electronics India Ltd on Tuesday made a stunning market debut, listing with a premium of over 50 per cent, against the issue price of Rs 1,140 per share. The stock started trading at Rs 1,715, surging 50.43 per cent from the issue price on the BSE. Later, it zoomed 52.31 per cent to Rs 1,736.40. At the NSE, the stock made its market debut at Rs 1,710.10, registering a premium of 50 [] The post Dream debut: LG Electronics India shares jump over 50 pc appeared firs

SRINAGAR, Oct 14: Stating that the revival of tourism hasnt been a journey without challenges, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday said that Jammu and Kashmir hopes to rebuild tourism on snowfall to woo visitors. Addressing an event at a Srinagar hotel, CM Omar said that there is a clear slowdown in our economy post the middle of April this year and that will have a bearing on the governments ability to be able to spend as the year goes [] The post Tourism Revival Hasnt Been Easy, Hopes On W

Auckland(New Zealand), Oct 14: A lot of research has been dedicated to understanding what makes people believe in conspiracies and how they might be able to climb out of the rabbit hole again. Conspiracies do happen. The Watergate scandal in the 1970s, which led to the resignation of US President Richard Nixon, is arguably the most infamous example. The questioning of authority and the official narrative is something that should be encouraged. But some people believe conspiracy theories that []

New Delhi, Oct 14: Gold and silver prices on Tuesday scaled fresh record highs in the domestic futures trade, mirroring lifetime gains in the international markets as renewed US-China trade tensions and prospects of rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve bolstered safe-haven demand. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures for December delivery climbed Rs 2,301, or 1.84 per cent, to hit a new peak of Rs 1,26,930 per 10 grams. The February 2026 contract for the yellow [] The post Gold Hit

Katra, Oct 14: The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha paid obeisance at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi ji Shrine today. He prayed for peace and prosperity of J&K UT and well-being of one and all. The post LG Manoj Sinha Pays Obeisance At Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

New Delhi, Oct 14: The World Health Organisation (WHO) has issued an alert against three substandard oral cough syrups identified in India Coldrif, Respifresh TR and ReLife and urged national regulatory authorities worldwide to immediately notify it if these are detected in their country. It has also advised healthcare professionals to report the detection of these substandard products and any incident of adverse effects, or lack of expected effects to their national regulatory authorities or

New Delhi, Oct 14: The formalities took just about an hour to complete as India defeated West Indies by seven wickets in the second and final Test here on Tuesday for a 2-0 series sweep during which the markedly superior hosts were tested only towards the end. Besides reaffirming Indias home supremacy, the triumph will also go down as Shubman Gills first series victory as Indias Test captain. Needing just 58 runs to reach the target of 121, KL Rahul [] The post India Complete Clean Sweep But Que

New Delhi, Oct 14: Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Tuesday recalled that 69 years ago on this day BR Ambedkar and his wife Savita Ambedkar were formally initiated into Buddhism in Nagpur and thereafter, the prime architect of the Constitution administered 22 revolutionary oaths prepared by himself to about half a million people. In a post on X, the Congress general secretary in-charge communications also pointed out that India celebrated the 2500th anniversary of the Buddhas birth in 1956. It [

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Srinagar, Oct 14: Amid a growing number of fire incidents during the onset of winter, the Directorate of Fire and Emergency Services, Jammu and Kashmir, has issued a detailed advisory urging the public to adopt strict safety measures while using electrical heating gadgets, Kangris, and LPG appliances. The department has emphasized vigilance to prevent avoidable tragedies caused by domestic fires that typically rise during the cold season. The advisory highlights a series of preventive steps for

Srinagar, Oct 14: The Economic Offences Wing of Crime Branch Kashmir has filed a chargesheet before the Sub Judge Kupwara against accused Salim Akbar for duping insurance policy holders through fraudulent collections. Spokesperson in a statement, EOW wing of the Crime Branch Kashmir has filed a chargesheet in connection with case FIR No. 253/2023 of Police Station Kupwara under Sections 420 IPC and 66D of the IT Act. The chargesheet was formally submitted before the Honble Court of Sub Judge, []

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Oct 13: To encourage the talents of the nation, the second phase of the 12th edition of ALLEN Tallentex, was conducted by ALLEN Career Institute today. The test was conducted offline. In this phase, the exam was held across 726 centers in 446 cities spanning 25 states and 2 union territories, with participation from over 1.70 lac students. Speaking on the occasion, ALLEN Career Institutes vice president and National Head of Tallentex, Pankaj Agrawal, informed that

NEW DELHI, Oct 13: Canadas Foreign Minister Anita Anand met Prime Minister Narendra Modi here on Monday. Modi said her visit to India would impart new momentum to the bilateral partnership. Prime Minister welcomed Foreign Minister Anand and conveyed that her visit would contribute to ongoing efforts to impart new momentum to the IndiaCanada bilateral partnership, a statement issued by the Prime Ministers Office (PMO) said. Anand is on a visit to India, her first since taking over as the [] The p

*Reviews functioning of JKRLM Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Oct 13: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today directed the Forest Department to compulsorily undertake geo-tagging of all water bodies across Jammu and Kashmir to facilitate their protection, conservation, and scientific management. He issued these directions while chairing a high-level meeting convened to review the progress of the Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain (JSA: CTR) campaign being implemented throughout the Union Territory

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Oct 13: The Directorate of Tourism, Jammu, successfully concluded the six-day paragliding refresher course with a closing ceremony held today at Aithem View Point on JammuSurinsar Road. Speaking on the occasion Aijaz Qaiser, Joint Director Tourism, Jammu, gave the details of this first ever paragliding refresher course, from 8th to 13th October 2025, which was organized in collaboration with the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports (AB

* Chairs review meeting at Pulwama Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Oct 13: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday reiterated his Governments commitment to addressing infrastructural and other constraints to make Jammu and Kashmir a more attractive destination for investment and manufacturing. He was speaking during an interactive session with the Federation of Indian Export Organizations (FIEO). The meeting was attended by FIEO President S.C. Ralhan, Vice President Shrikant Kapoor, DG & CEO Aj

Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Oct 13 Inclusion is the key for prosperity, the Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha said on Monday. He said in the past few years, the Governments efforts were focused on ensuring all members of society participate fully in J&Ks developmental journey and people with special abilities are able to unlock their potential and contribute to greater prosperity and social stability. The Lieutenant Governor was speaking at the 45th Foundation Day of School for the hearing imp

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Oct 13: Terming the Congress a puppet of the National Conference (NC), Leader of Opposition and senior BJP leader Sunil Sharma today said that the NC-Congress alliance has never been in favour of the people of Jammu and Kashmir. Speaking to reporters here, Sharma said history was witness to the fact that the Abdullah familys kitchen cabinet has always made decisions for the Congress, which now functions at the mercy of Omar Abdullah. Click here to watch [] The p

Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Oct 13: The team of Punjabi film Raavi de Kande called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, today. The film was extensively shot in the pristine and scenic locations of Basohli and Katra. The Lieutenant Governor extended his best wishes to the entire team for the success of the film. Producers Jitender Chauhan and Sandeep Kaur Sidhu, and cast, including Sandhya Gupta, Sunny, Shri Sajan and Varun Sharma were present. The post Team of Punjabi film calls on LG appeare

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Oct 13: Divisional Commissioner Jammu Ramesh Kumar today directed enforcement agencies to ensure systematic regulation of traffic on National Highways and take effective measures to decongest city roads in view of the ongoing festival season. He directed the concerned departments to ensure smooth vehicular movement and hassle-free commuting for the public. The Divisional Commissioner was chairing a meeting of Deputy Commissioners, Traffic Officers, representatives

Excelsior Correspondent ARNIA, Oct 13: Lance Naik Harvinder Saini, who lost his life in the line of duty due to medical complications in Ladakh on October 12, was cremated with full military honours in his village Kool Kalan in the Arnia area today. Click here to watch video Wrapped in the tricolour, his body arrived in Jammu by air early in the morning and was later taken to his village from Satwari in an Army vehicle. Hundreds of youth lined [] The post Soldier from Arnia dies in Ladakh, crema

CHENNAI, Oct 13: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari today said India is set to lead the world in alternative and biofuels. Laying the foundation stone and dedicating to the nation, three National Highways projects in Puducherry, he said the size of the automobile industry in India has grown from Rs14 lakh crore in 2014 to Rs 22 lakh crore now, creating 4.5 crore jobs and boosting exports. The Minister dedicated to the nation the 38-km long [] The post Union Min Nitin Ga

AJNALA (Punjab), Oct 13: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday handed over cheques amounting to Rs 6.70 crore as compensation to 669 flood-affected individuals and underlined that his government began the process ahead of schedule. Addressing a gathering during an event to disburse ex gratia to the flood victims, the chief minister reminded people that he had announced on September 11 that compensation distribution would begin within 45 days after conducting a special survey. The 45-day

BENGALURU, Oct 13: The central government, in collaboration with the youth initiative Jagrut Yuv Samuh, will undertake a nationwide Ekta Walk to spread awareness among youth about Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, BJP State General Secretary Preetham Gowda announced today. initiative will include foot marches in every Lok Sabha constituency. Addressing a press conference here, Gowda said there is a perception among the public that governments have not effectively conveyed information about Sardar Patels

NEW DELHI, Oct 13: Bipin Joshi, the 22 year old Nepalese agriculture student who was kidnapped by Hamas in the terror attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, has been confirmed dead by Hamas. Hamas which released the last 20 Israeli hostages under a US-brokered peace deal with Israel, confirmed the names of four hostages whose bodies it says will be returned to Israel. The four are Bipin Joshi, Daniel Peretz, Guy Illouz and Yossi Sharabi. Of the 48 hostages [] The post Nepalese student Bipin Joshi

MUMBAI, Oct 13 : A special CBI court here on Monday denied bail to a 19-year-old student in a Rs 3.7 crore cyber fraud case, saying he used his knowledge to facilitate the crime and his release may hamper the probe. Special CBI Judge B Y Phad, while delivering the order, said the case prima facie involves a transnational racket with a sophisticated modus operandi, including the use of foreign phone numbers and the routing of crime proceeds through multiple [] The post Rs 3.7 cr cyber fraud case:

KOLKATA, Oct 13 : Amid public outrage over the alleged gang rape of a medical student in Durgapur, Governor C V Ananda Bose on Monday expressed deep concern over the shocking incident, saying he lacked confidence to say that West Bengal is safe, and called for a second renaissance to make the state secure for women. Bose, who travelled to the industrial town in Paschim Bardhaman district and met the survivors family, said the incident has shaken the public conscience [] The post Durgapur gang ra

BENGALURU, Oct 13: NASA astronaut Commander Sunita Williams and NASA space scientist Dr Kavya Manyapu shared their perspectives on humanitys shared responsibility to transcend divisions and embrace a borderless view of the planet during a dialogue with Sadhguru at the Consciousness, Science, Spirituality and Global Impact 2025 conference held recently in the US. Williams, reflecting on her 608 days in space, noted that viewing Earth from orbit makes one realise the planet has no visible borders,

LUCKNOW, Oct 13: A CRPF jawan from Bulandshahr approached Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath over a land dispute and the CM assured him that the matter would be investigated thoroughly, urging him to continue serving the nation. During a Janata Darshan today, the Chief Minister addressed grievances from citizens across the state, reinforcing his commitment to time-bound and effective resolution of public issues. The outreach session saw participation by over 50 people from various dist

BHUBANESHWAR, Oct 13 : The historic Durbar Hall of Paralakhemundi Palace, an architectural marvel that played a pivotal role in Odishas statehood movement in 1936, is now facing serious threats from environmental degradation and neglect, according to a report released by Matriarch and the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH). The detailed report, prepared by Conservation Architect Anisa Swain, who recently led a team from Matriarch Architecture and Conservation along with

Excelsior Sports Correspondent DODA, Oct 13: The Indian Armys 10 Rashtriya Rifles organized Archery and Shooting competition at Sports Stadium here today, under the banner of Operation Sadbhavana. With the theme Lets Rise, Aim & Reach the World Stage, the event saw enthusiastic participation from girls across various schools in the district. Chief Guest, Sheetal Devi Indias pride and international para-archery champion inspired the gathering with her journey of resilience and success. Deputy C