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China ready to expand cooperation with US on basis of mutual respect: Foreign Ministry

BEIJING, May 13: China on Wednesday said it is prepared to expand cooperation and manage differences with the United States on the basis of equal

UMEED brought significant socio-economic transformation: CM

*Union Minister commends J&Ks rural development model Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 13: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today congratulated

Tehran will welcome Indias peace initiative; one country stalling BRICS consensus on West Asia conflict: Iran Dy FM

NEW DELHI, May 13: Iran will welcome any initiative by major powers like India to bring peace to West Asia and it is developing a new service-and

Teacher, driver arrested; more including officials on police radar

Funds raising under investigation Accused arranged mobile phone for Saifullah Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, May 13: With the arrest of two terror operati

100 golfers to participate in WHS Sports Hub Golf Cup 2026

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 13: Around 100 golfers from across the country are expected to participate in the WHS Sports Hub Gol

Assam CM Himanta completes 25 years as elected representative, calls journey Anant Sewa

GUWAHATI, May 13: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday said he completed 25 years as an elected representative from Jalukbari As

CS reviews progress under PM-SYM scheme in J&K

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 13: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired a meeting to review the progress achieved under the Pradhan

USD 1 trillion exports target for this year: Goyal

NEW DELHI, May 13: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday asked for taking the countrys goods and services exports to USD 1 tri

Rope Skipping Gold Cup 2026 concludes

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, May 13: The Rope Skipping Association of Jammu & Kashmir concluded the J&K Rope Skipping Gold Cup 2026 (Int

RCB Opts to Bowl First Against KKR in IPL 2026 Amid Rain Delays

Raipur, May 14: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) won the toss and chose to bowl first against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the 57th match of t

New Policy to Transform Uttar Pradesh Tourism into a Global Destination

Lucknow, May 14: Amid global uncertainties, the Uttar Pradesh government has devised a comprehensive strategy to revitalize its tourism sector. U

India Announces 48-Member Team for Asian Under-20 Athletics Championship, Featuring Long Jumper Shahnawaz Khan

New Delhi, May 14: India has officially announced a 48-member national track and field team for the upcoming Asian Under-20 Athletics Championshi

Vipul Shah Supports PM Modis Economic Appeal Amid Upcoming Film Release

Mumbai, May 14: Film producer and director Vipul Amrutlal Shah has voiced his support for Prime Minister Narendra Modis recent appeal for economi

Breast Cancer Crisis

A recent study from SKIMS has laid bare a troubling reality that Kashmir can no longer afford to ignore. Women across the Valley are arriving at

Residents seek construction of dilapidated lane in Bantalab

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 13: Residents of Ward Number 62, Lane Number 5 (Sec-B2) near Naya Talab in Laxmipuram of the Bantalab area hav

Two shops, five rooms gutted in major fire at Channi Himmat

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 13: Two shops and five rooms worth lakhs of rupees were completely gutted after a major fire broke out at Chan

Villagers forced to carry injured man on cot to Budhal hospital

Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, May 13: A deeply disturbing incident from the remote hilly area of Budhal in Rajouri district has once again hig

Kerala CM Announcement Set for May 14 After Congress Discussions

New Delhi, May 14: Following the Kerala election results, Congress has confirmed that discussions regarding the Chief Ministerial candidate have

HC quashes detention under PITNDPS Act

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 13: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has quashed the preventive detention order of Madasar alias J

Kathua Forest Division seizes truck with firewood

Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, May 13: Continuing its drive against illegal timber and firewood smuggling, the Kathua Forest Division seized ano

Is Aya Ram Gaya Ram Game on in J&K?

B L SARAF bushanlalsaraf@gmail.com Discounting claims that some MLAs of his party are likely to ditch him, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah told medi

Art of Living celebrates 70th birthday of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 13: The Art of Living Jammu Chapter celebrated the 70th birthday of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar along with the 45th y

Chhattisgarh Security Forces Disrupt Maoist Operations, Seize Cash and Weapons

Raipur, May 14: In a significant operation, security forces in Chhattisgarhs Bijapur district have dealt a severe blow to the Maoist movements lo

Odisha Transport Minister Advocates Reduced Use of Government Vehicles and Promotes Electric Vehicles

Bhubaneswar, May 14: Odishas Commerce and Transport Minister, Vibhuti Bhushan Jena, has welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modis call for austerity

Heavy rain and dust storm leave 33 dead across Uttar Pradesh

A devastating storm swept through five districts of Uttar Pradesh, claiming at least 33 lives and causing widespread destruction. Chief Minister

Cisco stock price today: Why CSCO stock soared 17% after earnings and why Cisco is cutting thousands of jobs - here's what investors need to know

Cisco stock price today after CSCO earnings: Cisco shares soared following a robust earnings report. The networking giant exceeded expectations f

BJP Secures Major Victory in Haryana Municipal Elections, Strengthening Urban Presence

Chandigarh, May 14: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has achieved a remarkable victory in the Haryana municipal elections. The party secured wins

CBI Successfully Extradites Fugitive Iqbal Singh from Portugal

New Delhi, May 14: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has successfully extradited a major fugitive, Iqbal Singh, from Portugal. This opera

Sarah Taylor Appointed as England Mens Team Fielding Coach for Upcoming Test Series

London, May 14: Former wicketkeeper-batter Sarah Taylor is set to make history as the first woman to work with Englands senior mens cricket team.

Ajay Rai Demands Action Against SP Spokesperson for Insulting Brahmins

Varanasi, May 14: Ajay Rai, the President of the Congress party in Uttar Pradesh, has called for action against a spokesperson from the Samajwadi

Two held with heroin-like substance

Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, May 13: Two individuals were arrested with 7.22 grams of heroin-like substance from Galak Ramkot area falling und

Three held; security beefed up in Bhopal as Muslim community protests assault on man over love jihad

A large number of Muslim community members, led by city Qazi Sayed Mushtaq Ali Nadwi, gathered near Hamidia hospital on May 12 and later marched

JMWMs concern over water scarcity

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 13: Jagti Migrants Welfare Movement (JMWM) has expressed concern over prevailing water scarcity in the Jagti t

Indias Diplomatic Efforts Shine at BRICS Summit with Brazil and Maldives

New Delhi, May 14: Indias External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, engaged in significant discussions with Brazils Foreign Minister Mauro Vi

Police destroys wild cannabis cultivation

Excelsior Correspondent DODA, May 13: Police here today destroyed wild cannabis cultivation at multiple locations across the Doda district. Polic

IPL 2026: Angkrishs Explosive Half-Century Leads KKR to Set 193-Run Target Against RCB

Raipur, May 14: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have set a challenging target of 193 runs for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the 57th match of

Australia-o ongatenggipa Youth Parliament-o Nandini Sangma Indiani pal bakko ragen

TURA: Rebaenggipa July 26-31 tarikona Australiani Sydney-o ongatenggipa 13-gipa Commonwealth Youth Parliament (CYP13)-o Garo Hills-oni Nandini Is

Union Joint Secretary W&CD reviews education initiatives in Doda

Excelsior Correspondent DODA, May 13: Union Joint Secretary, Ministry of Women & Child Development and Member of the National Commission for Prot

Lawful lessee cant be treated as unauthorized occupant: HC

Srinagar, May, 13: High Court held that a lawful lessee cannot be treated as unauthorized occupant on account of striking down of Roshni Act and

CEC Kargil welcomes newly appointed Joint Director Information and deputy Director Tourism

Excelsior Correspondent KARGIL, May 13 : Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today welcomed the n

'Structural flaws exposed': Vijay calls for NEET to be abolished after paper leak

Tamil Nadu CM renews calls to scrap NEET after exam cancellation due to alleged paper leak, citing disadvantages for rural and disadvantaged stud

Heres why the race to save penguins became more urgent

The hoiho, also known as takaraka or yellow-eyed penguin, holds a special place in Aotearoa New Zealands natural identity. Shy and solitary, with

DC chairs Outreach Programme-cum-Block Diwas

Excelsior Correspondent SAMBA, MAY 13: Deputy Commissioner Samba Ayushi Sudan today chaired an Outreach Programme-cum-Block Diwas at border villa

DC Kathua holds Public Grievances Redressal Camp at Jarai

Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, MAY 13: To ensure prompt redressal of public issues at the grassroots level, Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sh

India and Uzbekistan Hold 17th Foreign Office Consultations in New Delhi

New Delhi, May 14: India and Uzbekistan convened the 17th round of Foreign Office Consultations in New Delhi on Wednesday. The discussions focuse

SIR-ko dakanio jat baseani dongjawa: Election Commission

SHILLONG: India asongo dao gittamgipa changna Special Intensive Revision (SIR)-ko dakna siengahaon, electoral roll-rangko namdapatna gita SIR-ko

Trumps pick Kevin Warsh replaces Jerome Powell as Fed chair: What will happen to US interest rates next and why financial markets are watching closely

Kevin Warsh is set to become the new Federal Reserve chair. However, his influence on interest rates might be limited. The Federal Open Market Co

Gaurav Gogoi Questions BJPs Commitment to Equality in Assam UCC Debate

Guwahati, May 14: Assam Congress President and Lok Sabha MP Gaurav Gogoi targeted the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday regarding the iss

Shillong-o Skillerate 2026 program-ko ongata

Bilsi 3-ni gisepo Meghalaya Skills Program-na kr 80-ko koros kaaha: CM SHILLONG: Budbar salo, Meghalaya sorkarini Labour, Employment & Skill Deve

Wont revisit Hinduism a way of life ruling, SC says in Sabarimala case

Iranian Foreign Minister Departs for New Delhi to Attend BRICS Meeting

New Delhi, May 14: Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has departed for New Delhi to participate in the BRICS Foreign Ministers meetin

Two locals, including teacher, held for providing logistic support to Saifullah terror group in Kishtwar

The police said these locals extended support to the Saifullah group, comprising around six non-local terrorists who were neutralised in multiple

Himachal Pradesh Panchayat Elections: 742 Nominations Rejected, 85,462 Candidates Remain Valid

Shimla, May 14: The nomination process for the upcoming Panchayati Raj elections in Himachal Pradesh has concluded. During the scrutiny, 742 nomi

Fraud in Land Deal Worth 4 Million Rupees in Sambhal; Case Registered Against 12 Individuals

Sambhal, May 14: A significant case of alleged fraud involving a land sale has emerged in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh. Following a complaint from the

IPL play-offs race: GT, RCB on course for top-two finish; CSK have outside chance

New Delhi, May 13: A late revival by the likes of Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders means there are as many as eight teams in content

Border residents bring fear to Shillong streets as talks drag

Lapangap villagers plead for farmers safety from Assam Police harassment SHILLONG, May 13: Caught between the aggression of Assam Police in their

Conrad, Hek denounce killing of 3 church leaders in Manipur

SHILLONG, May 13: While Manipurs ethnic fire consumes the clergy, Meghalayas political leadership has shifted from cautious diplomacy to outright

Bangladesh Hopes for Renewed Ties with India Following BJPs Bengal Victory

Dhaka, May 14: The significant victory of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in West Bengal could usher in a new and more positive phase in India-B

Is Your Body Sending Warning Signals? The Connection to Liver Health and How to Protect Yourself

New Delhi, May 14: In todays fast-paced life, many individuals experience constant fatigue, low energy, and weakness. Often dismissed as normal t

Suspicious Object Found in Pune Sparks Panic, Bomb Squad Responds

Pune, May 13: A suspicious object resembling a bomb was discovered in Pune on Wednesday, causing widespread alarm. The object was found near a ho

China Accused of Providing Military Support to Iran Amid U.S. Tensions

Beijing, May 14: A recent report claims that China is allegedly supplying Iran with intelligence related to U.S. military deployments in the Gulf

Char Dham Yatra Sets New Record with Over 1.26 Million Pilgrims

Dehradun, May 14: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, Uttarakhands renowned Char Dham Yatra is on track to set a new reco

Punjab Governor Supports PM Modis Call for Fuel Conservation

Chandigarh, May 14: Punjab Governor and Chandigarh Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria has taken significant steps in response to Prime Minister Na

Odisha Governor Supports PM Modis Call for Economic Self-Defense

Bhubaneswar, May 14: Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati has expressed strong support for Prime Minister Narendra Modis appeal for economic sel

'Intentional message to China's Xi? Marco Rubios Maduro-inspired Nike Tech Fit sparks frenzy

Maharashtra CM Assures No Financial Shortage for Kumbh Mela

Mumbai, May 14: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stated on Wednesday that the upcoming Kumbh Mela in Nashik-Trimbakeshwar presents an

Nurses Kidnap Plot Ends In Arrest

A young nurse allegedly hired a supari gang to kidnap her exboyfriend and extort 9 crore

Matthew Perry Drug middleman Jailed For Two Years

A middleman who helped provide Friends actor Matthew Perry with drugs in the weeks before he died from a ketamine overdose was jailed on Wednesda

Nearly 800 FRAUDULENT healthcare providers FIRED!: Vance, Oz announce CA Medicaid fraud crackdown

11 Fall Ill After Eating Punugulu In West Godavari District, 3 Critical

Officials have sent samples of Punugulu and the flour to the food lab for analysis.

Strengthening India-Russia Ties: Key Discussions Between Jaishankar and Lavrov

New Delhi, May 14: Significant discussions aimed at reinforcing the strategic partnership between India and Russia took place on Wednesday in New

BLAME CIA, not scientists!: Whistleblower drops COVID bombshell, 'exposes' lab leak intel cover-up

Four Arrested in Gang Rape and Blackmail Case Involving Engineering Student

Bhubaneswar, May 14: Bhubaneswar police arrested four individuals on Wednesday in connection with a gang rape and blackmail case involving an eng

BJP Criticizes Karnataka Government Over Hijab Order, Accuses of Vote Bank Politics

Bengaluru, May 14: The leader of the opposition in Karnataka, R. Ashok, launched a sharp attack on the state government on Wednesday regarding it

Strict Guidelines Issued for Animal Slaughter in West Bengal

Kolkata, May 14: The newly formed BJP government in West Bengal has initiated a comprehensive crackdown on illegal and unregulated slaughterhouse

Refreshing Hibiscus Tea: A Natural Remedy for Summer Fatigue and Stress

New Delhi, May 14: The rising temperatures across various regions of India are leading to numerous physical and mental health issues. Fatigue, st

Netanyahu's Coalition Submits Bill To Dissolve Parliament, Trigger Fresh Polls

The bill calls for elections o less than 90 days after it is approved, giving Netanyahu flexibility to choose a date when he feels he has the be

Quote of the day by Sren Kierkegaard: 'Life is not a problem to be solved, but a reality to be...' - inspiring lessons on living life in the present, embracing uncertainty and experiences by Danish philosopher and father of existentialism

Quote of the day by Sren Kierkegaard: Sren Kierkegaard's philosophy emphasizes experiencing life rather than solving it. He argued that constant

CBSE Class 12 Results Spark Citywide Celebrations

Prisha Pandey from an international school secured the highest percentage in the school with 90.4 per cent, while Khushi Vadsaria topped the Comm

Parag Tyagi Joins Hari Om OTT Advisory Board, Advocates for Sanatan Culture

Mumbai, May 14: Popular television actor Parag Tyagi has joined the advisory board of the Hari Om OTT platform. This app offers a wide range of c

Fadnavis Orders Austerity Drive, Halves Ministerial Convoys

Officials said the Chief Minister directed all ministers and bureaucrats to avoid foreign visits until further orders. Ministers have also been a

Judiciary Concerned Over Social Media Speculations On Bail Plea

The concern arises in connection with a case registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act

Piyush Goyal Urges Industry Associations to Leverage FTA Opportunities

New Delhi, May 14: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal emphasized the importance of leveraging Indias expanding Free Trade Agreement (FTA

CM Vijay Bats For Equality After Winning Trust Vote

Leader of the PMK in the Assembly, Sowmiya Anbumani, said her party abstained from voting because it wanted a government without any blemish to r

R. Ashok Criticizes Congress for Reviving Hijab Issue to Secure Votes

Bengaluru, May 14: R. Ashok, the leader of the opposition in the Karnataka Assembly, has launched a scathing attack on the Congress government. H

Capacity Building Key To Strong Economy, Says Naidu

The chief minister said Andhra Pradesh could achieve its long-term development goals only by sustaining a 15 per cent growth rate and adopting a

Telangana Rolls Out Rescue Fleet for Tiger Reserves

Konda Surekha emphasised transparency and efficiency in the functioning of the TCF.

Kapil Dev and Amandeep Johal Discuss Golfs Role in Transforming Delhi into a Global City

New Delhi, May 14: Kapil Dev, the Padma Bhushan awardee and President of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI), along with PGTI CEO Amandeep

RBI Governor Warns Of Looming Fuel Price Hike

Malhotras comments came after Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep SinghPuri a day earlier indicated that a prolonged West Asia crisis couldforce the

Quote of the Day by Franz Kafka: 'You can hold yourself back from the sufferings of the world, that is...'Top quotes by the Absurdist fiction novelist, author of The Metamorphosis

Quote of the Day: Franz Kafka, a renowned writer, explored themes of isolation and anxiety. His quote suggests that avoiding the world's sufferin