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Srinagar, Jan 23: Ruling National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Friday urged the administration to remain alert and responsive, seeking relief and compensation for those who have suffered losses due to inclement weather. In a statement issued here, Abdullah also called upon party legislators and office bearers to step out and stand firmly with the people during the prevailing spell of inclement weather. The much-awaited precipitation has brought relief to the land and its people, offer

Srinagar, Jan 23: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday chaired a pre-budget consultation meeting with key stakeholders from various sectors ahead of the Budget 2026-27 of the Union territory. The meeting at the civil secretariat was attended by Ministers Sakina Itoo, Javaid Ahmad Dar and Satish Sharma, and senior officers of various departments, an official spokesperson said. During the meeting, stakeholders, including industrialists, traders, hoteliers, tour and travel opera

UNITED NATIONS, Jan 23: The FDI inflows to India in 2025 surged by 73 per cent to USD 47 billion, mainly due to large investments in services and manufacturing, supported by policies aimed at integrating the country into global supply chains, the UN said. The Global Investment Trends Monitor, released by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), stated on Thursday that the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows to China declined for the third consecutive year, falling by

Adquate machinery, material mobilised to fix supply across all affected areas JAMMU, Jan 23: In view of incessant rainfall and heavy snowfall across various parts of the Jammu Division, the power demand of Jammu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (JPDCL) witnessed an unprecedented decline, dropping to 140 MW at around 04:00 am. Consequent upon sustained restoration efforts undertaken by JPDCL, the running load has since been progressively enhanced to 891 MW, as against the normal average run

JAMMU, Jan 23: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has relieved Shobhit Saksena, IPS, SSP Security J&K, from the Union Territory following his transfer to the Delhi Segment. The post IPS Officer Shobhit Saksena Relieved from J&K, Transferred To Delhi Segment appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

SRINAGAR, Jan 23: Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir issued a high-danger avalanche warning on Friday for six districts of the Union territory following fresh snowfall, officials said. Avalanches with a high-danger level are likely to occur above 2,300 metres in Ganderbal district, in Central Kashmir, over the next 24 hours, the officials said. They also warned that an avalanche with high danger level is likely to occur above 2,500 metres over districts, including Doda, Kishtwar, Poonch and Ramban

JAMMU, Jan 23: A Pakistani Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist was neutralised in a joint operation by Jammu and Kashmir Police, the Army and the CRPF in the Billawar area of Kathua district, officials said on Friday. A Pakistani Jaish terrorist has been neutralised by a small JKP team in a joint operation with the Army and CRPF in the general area of Billawar, Kathua district, IGP Jammu in a post on X said The post Pakistani Jaish Terrorist Killed In Encounter With Security Forces In J&Ks Kathua appear

A Pakistani Jaish terrorist has been neutralised by a small JKP team in a joint operation with the Army and CRPF in the general area of Billawar: IGP Jammu The post A Pakistani Jaish terrorist has been neutralised by a small JKP team in a joint operation with the Army and CRPF in the general area of Billawar: IGP Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Jammu, Jan 23: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday attended the Silver Jubilee commemorative event of the Shri Baba Kashi Vishwanath Seva Samiti at Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. In his address, the Lieutenant Governor hailed the Shri Baba Kashi Vishwanath Seva Samitis 25-year legacy of dedication and unwavering commitment to service. True faith lives in selfless service; real devotion is found in compassion, the Lieutenant Governor said. He stated that the Samiti, serving the pilgrims at the Ch

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Jammu, Jan 23: Moderate to heavy snowfall was experienced in high-altitude areas, including the famous Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in the Jammu region, leading to the suspension of traffic on key roads and disruption of air and rail services. More than 100 stranded persons were rescued from snowbound areas in Poonch and Udhampur districts, while moderate rains lashed the plains, including Jammu city, bringing an end to a dry spell that had lasted for over two months. As predicted by [] The post Sno

Chamoli (Uttarakhand), Jan 23: The hallowed portals of the Badrinath Dham will reopen to devotees on April 23, Manujendra Shah, the current titular Maharaja of Tehri Garhwal, said on Friday on the occassion of Basant Panchmi festival. Speaking exclusively to news agency, he said, Greetings to all the people of Uttarakhand and of the country. Its a matter of pride to announce that this year, the gates of Badrinath Dham will reopen on April 23 at 6:15 am. The Gadu [] The post Badrinath Dham portal

JAMMU, Jan 23: The Udhampur police in Jammu and Kashmir have successfully rescued 12 people, including women and children, who were stuck in heavy snow. Locals, reported to be from mobile families, got stuck amid inclement weather in the Chochru Galla area. A distress call was received by the police post at Sangh, nearly 12 kilometres from the Chochru Galla area. Following this, officials were rushed to the spot. It took Udhampur police officials three hours to navigate and reach [] The post 12

Beijing, Jan 23: A stable policy environment and a predictable, reform-oriented investment climate have ensured Indias emergence as the worlds fastest-growing major economy in recent times, Consul General in Shanghai Pratik Mathur said on Friday. Speaking at the 11th Edition of the Shanghai International Business Cooperation Forum, Mathur highlighted initiatives like Make in India and Digital India as important drivers of New Delhis rise through the global rankings, the Consulate said in a post

Bangkok, Jan 23 : Eight people were missing after a boat capsized with 21 Filipinos on board in the South China Sea, Chinas Coast Guard said Friday. The Coast Guard have rescued 13 people in the ongoing operation, a statement said. The boat capsized some 55 nautical miles northwest of Scarborough Shoal, one of the most disputed shoals in the South China Sea. The area is the site of frequent showdowns between Chinese and Philippine ships. Both countries make claims [] The post Chinese Coast Guard

Colombo, Jan 23 : The Sri Lanka Navy has arrested seven Indian fishermen for allegedly fishing in the island nations territorial waters. The fishermen were arrested and and their two trawlers seized on Tuesday off Kovilan, in the northern Jaffna peninsula, the Navy said in a statement. Those arrested will be handed over to the Fisheries Inspector of Myliddy, Jaffna, for legal proceedings, it said. Fishermen from both countries are arrested frequently for inadvertently trespassing into each other

Florida (Chile), Jan 23 : Firefighters and security forces battling blazes in Chile that have killed at least 21 people and ravaged swaths of forest this week faced other dangers, too, from attempted attacks to the threat of drone collisions. The flames, among the worst tragedies in the countrys recent memory, have reduced 45,700 hectares (176 square miles) of woodland and a handful of towns to ashes, according to the latest report from the National Forestry Corporation (CONAF), released Thursda

Dubai, Jan 23 : The death toll from Irans bloody crackdown on nationwide protests reached at least 5,002 people killed Friday, activists said, warning many more still were feared dead as the most-comprehensive internet blackout in the countrys history crossed the two-week mark. The challenge in getting information out of Iran persists due to authorities cutting off access to the world through the internet on Jan. 8, even as tensions rise between the United States and Iran as an American [] The p

Moscow, Jan 23 : Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the settlement in Ukraine with US President Donald Trumps envoys during marathon overnight talks, and the Kremlin insisted that the territorial issue needs to be resolved to reach a peace deal. The Kremlin meeting, which lasted past 3 a.m. Friday, came hours after Ukraines President Volodymyr Zelenskyy sharply criticized his European allies Thursday for what he cast as their slow and fragmented response to Russias nearly four-year full-

New Delhi, Jan 23 : Drug maker Cipla on Friday reported a 57 per cent year-on-year dip in consolidated profit after tax to Rs 676 crore for the third quarter ended December 31, 2025, impacted by a drop in US sales. The Mumbai-based firm posted a profit after tax at Rs 1,571 crore for the October-December quarter last year. Total income from operations rose to Rs 7,074 crore for the period under review as against Rs 7,073 crore in the [] The post Cipla Q3 net dips 57 pc YoY to Rs 676 cr appeared

New Delhi, Jan 23 : Gold and silver prices rallied on Friday to hit fresh lifetime highs in the futures trade, tracking record gains in international markets amid a weakening US dollar and rising expectations of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), the March contract of silver soared by Rs 12,638, or nearly 4 per cent, to scale a new peak of Rs 3,39,927 per kg. Silver futures in the previous session on [] The post Silver, gold hit lifetime highs on we

New Delhi, Jan 23 : The Indian Auto LPG Coalition (IAC) has urged the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) to include Auto LPG (Autogas) in an ongoing TERI-led study assessing vehicular fuel options in Indias energy transition. In a formal representation to PNGRB, the coalition sought inclusion of Auto LPG in the study titled Comparative Assessment of Vehicular Fuels in Indias Energy Transition A Multi-Dimensional Approach, commissioned by the regulator to provide evidence-based i

New Delhi, Jan 23 : IRB Infrastructure and Developers on Friday said it has commenced toll collection on the Lucknow-Ayodhya-Gorakhpur section of NH-27 and Lucknow-Sultanpur section of Lucknow-Varanasi NH-731. In a statement, IRB Infrastructure and Developers (IRB Infra) said that the toll collection started following the upfront concession fee payment of Rs 9,270 crore to the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) and after achieving financial closure. The company began toll collection thro

New Delhi, Jan 23 : Shares of InterGlobe Aviation, parent company of IndiGo, declined nearly 4 per cent on the bourses on Friday after the countrys largest airline reported a 78 per cent decline in December quarter net profit at Rs 549.1 crore. The stock depreciated 3.87 per cent to Rs 4,723.60 apiece on the BSE. On the NSE, InterGlobe Aviations scrip dropped 3.79 per cent to Rs 4,722.50 apiece. The 30-share BSE Sensex slipped 46.24 points, or 0.06 per [] The post IndiGo shares decline nearly 4

Ranchi, Jan 23: Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi on Friday equated Viksit Bharat @2047 to maritime voyage, emphasising that worlds economies, including Indias, rely heavily on oceans for trade and growth. He said that 90 per cent of the worlds EXIM trade occurs through the seas, and 95 per cent of Indias trade volume is carried by sea routes, making the oceans the primary medium for achieving Viksit Bharat @2047. Viksit Bharat @2047 is no longer just a policy, [] The post Journey of Viks

New Delhi, Jan 23 : Sun Pharmaceutical Industries on Friday said it has received approval from the national drug regulator to sell a generic version of semaglutide injection for chronic weight management. The company has received approval from the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) to manufacture and market Semaglutide injection, a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist indicated for chronic weight management in adults as an adjunct to a reduced-calorie diet and increased physica

New Delhi, Jan 23: Delhi High Court judge Justice Girish Kathpalia on Friday recused himself from hearing Congress MP Karti Chidambarams petition challenging the framing of charges of corruption and conspiracy against him in the alleged Chinese visa scam case probed by the CBI. I dont think I would be able to hear this, Justice Kathpalia said. Subject to orders of the learned judge in charge, criminal side, list before some other bench for personal reasons, the judge ordered. The [] The post HC

New Delhi, Jan 23: Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor is set to skip a strategy meeting of the party for the upcoming Kerala polls on Friday as he is upset over Rahul Gandhi not properly acknowledging his presence at a recent event and repeated attempts by state leaders to sideline him, sources said on Friday. They said that while a series of events had led to his disappointment with the treatment meted out, the tipping point was Gandhi not acknowledging [] The post Upset With Rahuls Kochi Sn

Srinagar, Jan 23: Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir Omar Abdullah on Friday held a pre-Budget consultation with a wide spectrum of stakeholders from the Kashmir Division as part of efforts to frame a people-centric Budget. According to a post on X by the Office of the Chief Minister, the consultation involved representatives from industry, trade, tourism, hospitality, horticulture, agriculture and academia. The meeting focused on gathering sector-wise suggestions, concerns and priorities to en

Mumbai, Jan 23: Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray on Friday said even if he takes a slightly flexible stance in todays completely transformed politics, it will never be for his personal gain or selfish interests. His statement comes two days after five corporators of his party extended support to the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena in the Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) in Thane district. The move raised eyebrows as the MNS had contested the January 15 civic polls wit

Lucknow, Jan 23: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday paid floral tributes to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his birth anniversary, describing him as a great son of the country and a towering hero of Indias freedom struggle who gave a new direction to the Independence movement. Addressing a programme organised in Lucknow, Adityanath said Boses life, personality and actions continue to inspire every Indian. Whenever we take the name of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, it evokes a [] T

New Delhi, Jan 23: The Supreme Court on Friday issued fresh notices to Anil Ambani and the Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group (ADAG) on a PIL seeking a court-monitored probe into alleged massive banking and corporate fraud involving the firm and its group companies. The top court asked the CBI and the Enforcement Directorate, represented by Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, to file status reports in sealed cover in ten days on their ongoing probes into the alleged fraud. A bench comprising [] The post SC

Kolkata, Jan 23: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday claimed that three to four people are dying by suicide everyday in the state due to anxiety over the ongoing SIR exercise. Banerjee, addressing a programme at Red Road here on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Subhas Chandra Bose, asserted that the Election Commission and the central government must take responsibility for the deaths. More than 110 people have already died; everyday three to four people are [] The post

SRINAGAR, Jan 23: Kashmir Police chief V K Birdi on Friday said multi-layered security arrangements have been put in place across the valley to ensure peaceful Republic Day celebrations. The main Republic Day functions will be held in different districts, with chief guests receiving salutes during the ceremonies. In Srinagar, the main event will be held at Bakshi Stadium, which police personnel, school children, and the public are expected to attend, the IGP Birdi said. Multi-layered security ar

New Delhi, Jan 23: A long spell of dry winter weather finally ended on Friday as Delhi recorded its first rain of the year after several parts of the city received showers in the morning. Rain accompanied by thunderstorm and gusty winds brought brief relief from high pollution levels in the city. The change in weather is brought about by this years first intense western disturbance, the weather office said. By 8.30 am, Safdarjung recorded 1.3 mm of rainfall, while [] The post Delhi gets first ra

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 23: Hailing the BJPs victory in the Thiruvananthapuram corporation, which ended over four decades of the Left rule, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed confidence that there will be changes in Kerala in the upcoming Assembly polls as well. Addressing a massive party-organised rally here, Modi recalled that the BJPs rise to power in Gujarat started with winning a single city nearly four decades ago, and said the same would happen in Kerala. He said that prior

New Delhi, Jan 23: The Supreme Court on Friday sought a response from the Centre, the Tamil Nadu government and others on a plea seeking directions on the ASIs takeover of the Thirupparankundram temple and daily lamp lighting on top of the deepathoon (stone pillar). A bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and Vipul M Pancholi issued notices to the Union of India, Tamil Nadu government, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and others on a plea filed by the Hindu Dharma [] The post SC notice to Centre,

Chennai, Jan 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the people of Tamil Nadu have decided to bid farewell to the corrupt DMK government in the upcoming Assembly election to the state. Ahead of his visit to Maduranthakam near here to kick-start the poll campaign for the NDA in Tamil Nadu, he said the NDAs governance record and commitment to regional aspirations were striking a chord with the people of the state. Tamil Nadu is with NDA. Ill [] The post TN has decided that its time to

Srinagar, Jan 23: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said efforts were on to restore the power supply in the valley, which was severely hit by the gusty winds and heavy snowfall. Abdullah said the active power load in the valley is less than 100 Megawatts (MW) against the usual 1700 MW. As per KPDCL, the active power load in the valley is less than 100 MW as against the usual 1700 MW, essentially due to the [] The post Power Supply Restoration Underway In Kashmir Valley: CM

Jammu, Jan 23: A wreath-laying ceremony was on Friday held here to pay tributes to 10 soldiers who lost their lives in a road accident along the Bhaderwah-Chamba interstate road in Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. The ceremony was led by General Officer Commanding of White Knight Corps Lieutenant General P K Mishra and was attended by Army, Indian Air Force (IAF), BSF, CRPF, police and civil administration officers at technical airport, the officials said. They said [] The pos

JAMMU, Jan 23: Heavy rain and snowfall continue across Jammu and Kashmir, disrupting daily life and prompting precautionary measures by the authorities. In Katra, the pilgrimage to the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine has been suspended in view of safety concerns. Pilgrims have been asked to stay back in Katra, and no yatri will be allowed to proceed from the base camp to the shrine until further orders. The post Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra Suspended As Heavy Rain, Snowfall Lash J&K appeared first on Daily

SRINAGAR, Jan 23: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir, V.K. Birdi, on Friday said that elaborate and multi-layered security arrangements have been put in place across the Kashmir Valley ahead of Republic Day celebrations on January 26. Speaking to reporters after paying tribute to martyrs at the Balidan Stambh, IGP Birdi said, As you know, the Republic Day event will be held across the entire Kashmir zone. Main functions will take place in different districts where chief guests will receiv

New Delhi, Jan 23: The Central Government has officially approved wage and pension revisions for employees and retirees of Public Sector General Insurance Companies (PSGICs), the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). This decision is expected to benefit approximately 46,322 employees and over 46,000 pensioners and family pensioners across these institutions. According to the government, the move reflects Governments continued commitmen

Srinagar, Jan 23: In view of the prevailing extreme weather conditions and snowfall across the Kashmir Valley, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah will interact with senior officers at the Civil Secretariat in Srinagar today to assess the overall situation in Jammu and Kashmir. A close government functionary said that the Chief Minister will take a detailed review of the impact caused by snowfall and harsh weather since yesterday evening. During the meeting, he will seek immediate updates on restoratio

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Srinagar, Jan 23: Most parts of Kashmir received fresh snowfall, including the seasons first in Srinagar city, leading to the closure of the Srinagar-Jammu national highway, and cancellation of over 20 flights here, officials said on Friday. While the plains of Kashmir recorded light to moderate snowfall, the upper areas and higher reaches of the valley received moderate to heavy snowfall, the officials said. They said the uptown areas in the city here received around two inches of snow, while [

Srinagar, Jan 23: Northern Army commander Lt Gen Pratik Sharma chaired an inter-agency core group security review meeting here, with a focus on enhancing joint operations and strengthening coordination among various security agencies in Kashmir, the Army said on Friday. Lt Gen Pratik Sharma chaired a Core Group Security Review meeting at Srinagar with senior officials of Army, police, CRPF and other security agencies, the Armys Srinagar-based Chinar Corps said in a post on X. It said the meeting

Srinagar, Jan 23: All flight operations at Srinagar Airport were cancelled on Friday due to continuous snowfall and accumulation of snow on the operational areas, officials said. Airport authorities said the decision was taken keeping in view the prevailing adverse weather conditions and an unfavourable forecast along the flight routes, making operations unsafe. Passengers have been advised to contact their respective airlines for updates regarding flight status and re-accommodation. Officials e

Budgam, Jan 23: In a significant breakthrough against land-related fraud, the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of Crime Branch J&K has filed a chargesheet before the Court of Chief Judicial Magistrate, Budgam, in a high-profile case involving allegations of cheating, forgery and use of fabricated documents to illegally claim ownership of a government housing plot at Ompora. In a statement, The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of Crime Branch J&K has produced a chargesheet before the Honb