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LG Sinha Orders Five Inspectors As Deputy SPs (Ministerial) In J&K

JAMMU, Apr 1: The Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday ordered the promotion of five Inspectors (Ministerial) to the rank

Commercial LPG Prices Hiked By Rs 195.5, No Changes In Domestic Rates

NEW DELHI, Apr 1 Prices of commercial LPG were hiked by Rs 195.50 on Wednesday, on back of surge in global oil prices linked to the widening West

Oracle Lays Off 12,000 in India; More Cuts Likely Soon

Globally, the company has fired around 30,000 employees.

Iran-Israel war LIVE updates: Trump says war could end in 'two weeks, maybe three'; tanker hit by 'unknown' projectile off Qatar

Israeli strikes kill 7 in Beirut and nearby town; Iran Guards say will target U.S. tech firms if more leaders killed

Elon Musk must face class action over late disclosure of Twitter stake, judge rules

A federal judge has allowed former Twitter investors to proceed with a class action lawsuit against Elon Musk. Investors claim Musk delayed discl

Tiger Woods pleads not guilty, is stepping away to seek treatment

Tiger Woods has announced he is stepping away from golf to seek treatment following his recent DUI arrest. His attorney entered a not guilty plea

'We'll be doing that very soon...': Trump says US could end Iran war in two to three weeks

Connolly shines on debut as PBKS grab three-wicket win over GT

Indian Premier League Mullanpur, March 31: Young southpaw Cooper Connolly marked his IPL debut with a decisive 44-ball 72 after Yuzvendra Chahals

RCB more balanced than last year: Krunal

Indian Premier League Bengaluru, March 31: The atmosphere in the Royal Challengers Bengaluru camp is much calmer than last year and players have

Kohli First to 4,000 runs in IPL chases

Indian Premier League Bengaluru, March 31: In a landmark moment that once again underlined his enduring greatness, Virat Kohli became the first b

Campaign against Iran not over: Israel PM Netanyahu

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared the campaign against Iran's regime is ongoing, asserting joint US-Israel operations have signi

Third US aircraft carrier heads to Mideast as Iran war continues

The US is sending a third aircraft carrier strike group to the Middle East as operations against Iran continue. The USS George H.W. Bush left Nor

Nabi Banks on Swing and Simplicity

Indian Premier League New Delhi, March 31: In an era where noise often drowns nuance, Auqib Nabi has quietly carved a space of his own built not

Pressure on Pant as LSG begin IPL 2026 campaign against Delhi

Indian Premier League Match today Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants at 7:30 pm Lucknow, March 31: Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant

US Journalist Kidnapped in Baghdad and Security Forces Hunt Captors

The Iraqi interior ministry said in a statement that a foreign journalist had been kidnapped, without giving more details about the person's iden

US customs agency says tariff refund system progressing, but payments may take up to 45 days

U.S. Customs is developing a new system to process $166 billion in illegal tariff refunds, with the portal 60-85% complete. The agency aims to be

Jadeja overtakes Malinga, enters IPL top 10 wicket-takers list

Indian Premier League Guwahati, March 31: Ravindra Jadeja etched his name further into the record books by becoming the ninth-highest wicket-take

Bangar lauds teen sensation Sooryavanshi

Indian Premier League New Delhi, March 31: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi taking down world class bowlers in his IPL 2026 opening knock was a reflection of

IPL Mourns death of British engineer in Mumbai

Indian Premier League New Delhi, March 31: The IPL governing council on Tuesday expressed deepest condolences on the untimely death of Jan Willia

Morning Digest: Iran Guards say will target U.S. tech firms if more leaders killed; CM declares Chhattisgarh Maoist-free after 44 surrender, and more

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Daily Mail case update: Why Prince Harry, Elton John and others accuse publisher of 20 years of unlawful activities here's what UK judge said

Daily Mail lawsuit Prince Harry: Prince Harry, Elton John, and other public figures are awaiting a High Court ruling in their lawsuit against the

Ryan Williams scores on India debut to set up 2-1 win over Hong Kong

Kochi, March 31: Australian-born Ryan Williams made a dream India debut as his fourth-minute strike set up the home sides 2-1 win over Hong Kong

Chhattisgarh's Sukma Declared Naxal-Free After 2 Naxalites Surrender: Cops

SP Chavan said the two women were members of Company Number 8 of the Naxalite organisation and had a combined bounty of Rs 16 lakhs on their head

Chanchal Kumar I&B secretary, VV Yadav appointed DGCA

Quote of the day by Vin Diesel: 'If you're the type of person who has to fulfill your dreams, you've gotta be...' - lessons on ambition, overcoming failure and chasing dreams by Dominic Toretto in Fast & Furious franchise and Groot's voice in Guardians of the Galaxy

Quote of the day by Vin Diesel: Hollywood star Vin Diesel shares a powerful lesson on chasing dreams, revealing his early struggles and return fr

IT rules may cover social media news

Trump voices frustration with allies as war push fuel prices

Dubai, March 31: President Donald Trump expressed frustration Tuesday with allies who have been unwilling to do more to support the US war effort

Bystanders look at rising smoke as an Israeli strike hits a building near the airport road in Beirut, Lebanon

Bystanders look at rising smoke as an Israeli strike hits a building near the airport road in Beirut, Lebanon, on Tuesday. (PTI)

Gulf allies privately make case to Trump to keep fighting

WASHINGTON, March 31: Gulf allies of the United States, led by Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, are urging President Donald Trump to co

India-China Relations Moving In Correct Direction: Chinese Consul Qin Jie

Consul General of the People's Republic of China in Mumbai, Qin Jie, spoke about the future of India-China ties and expressed optimism as he reca

Indian Government Allocates 1,560 Crore for Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 in Five States

New Delhi, April 1: The central government has released 1,560 crore under the Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 for five states. Following the operational g

European ministers in Ukraine as drones hammer Russian oil ports

Kyiv, March 31: European foreign ministers visited Ukraine on Tuesday to mark the fourth anniversary of atrocities committed in a town near Kyiv

CPN-UML announces two-week-long protests over Olis arrest

Kathmandu, March 31: The Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist-Leninist) on Tuesday announced a two-week-long protest starting April 11 again

Bars Annual Sports meet underway

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 31: The fourth day of the Jammu & Kashmir High Court Bar Association Jammu Annual Sports Meet 2026 wit

Villagers Protest Against Proposed Liquor Store in Nainital

Nainital, April 1: Villagers in Nainital, Uttarakhand, are expressing strong opposition to a proposed liquor store. They have staged protests and

Russian oil tanker reaches Cuba despite US energy blockade

Havana, March 31: The Russian vessel Anatoly Kolodkin docked Tuesday at the Cuban port of Matanzas laden with 730,000 barrels of oil, marking the

ACB Addresses Fire Services Recruitment Paper Leak Rumors

Jammu, April 1: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has refuted rumors circulating on social media regarding an alleged paper leak

CAG flags long waits, short consultations in J&K OPDs

58% patients examined in under 5 mins Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 31: The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India has flagged de

J&Ks culture, spiritual treasures will play vital role in shaping brighter future to all: LG

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 31: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday emphasised that the culture and spiritual treasures of Jammu Ka

Will the US launch a ground invasion

Harsha Kakar kakarharsha@gmail.com While US-Iran talks, were in progress, in Feb, Washington was deploying its second carrier group into the regi

Shocking Discovery: Partially Burnt Body of Young Man Found in Palamu

Palamu, April 1: A shocking incident unfolded in the Bishrampur area of Palamu district, Jharkhand, when the partially burnt body of an unidentif

Farooq calls Statehood restoration delay unjust

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 31: NC president, Dr. Farooq Abdullah expressed serious concern over the continued delay in restoring the f

Varuna Anand appointed GB Member FICCI FLO

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 31: Varuna Anand today was appointed as the National Initiative Head for Textiles, Handlooms & Handicrafts and

Ram Trust distributes stationery kits among needy students

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 31: With the objective of supporting students from economically weaker sections of society, irrespective of ca

CS reviews impact of MSME Health Clinic under RAMP scheme

* Assesses roadmap for management of disasters Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 31: The Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a comprehen

Jammu Railway generates Rs 62 lakh revenue through anti-ticketless drive

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, 31: The Jammu Division of Northern Railway has generated an impressive revenue of approximately Rs 62 lakh during

Political Unity Needed on Immigration Issues, Says Sanjay Nirupam

Mumbai, April 1: Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam emphasized that there should be no political differences among parties regarding immigration iss

American Heart Association urges plant-based proteins, advises replacing full-fat dairy

The guidance contrasts with recent federal recommendations under the Trump administration, which encourage higher protein intake and full-fat dai

IPL 2026: Gill and Buttler Shine as Gujarat Titans Set 163-Run Target for Punjab Kings

New Chandigarh, April 1: Gujarat Titans have set a target of 163 runs for Punjab Kings in the fourth match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 202

X urges government to review order blocking 12 user accounts

Tornado warning in Cleveland today: Severe thunderstorm warning and power outages hit Northeast Ohio - here's what residents need to do

Tornado warning: Northeast Ohio experienced severe weather on Tuesday, with tornado warnings issued for Cuyahoga, Geauga, and Lake counties. Seve

UAE Ambassador Praises Indias Role Amid West Asia Crisis

New Delhi, April 1: The UAE Ambassador to India, Abdulnaser Alshaali, has commended New Delhis involvement in the ongoing crisis in West Asia. He

29 Killed As Russian Military Plane Crashes In Crimea

A Russian An-26 military transport plane crashed in Crimea, killing 29 people aboard, Russian news agencies quoted the Defence Ministry as saying

Russia-India Summit 2026: Deputy Foreign Minister Hopes for PM Modis Participation

Moscow, April 1: A bilateral summit is set to take place in Moscow later this year. Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrei Rudenko has expressed

29 dead as Russian military plane crashes in Crimea: TASS

The search and rescue team has located the crash site of the An-26 aircraft. According to reports from the scene, the six crew members and 23 pas

Trump signs executive order to create nationwide voter list amid legal concerns

The order directs federal agencies to coordinate with states and introduces measures such as stricter absentee ballot controls and secure trackin

Chief Minister Yogi to Launch 250 Electric and CNG Vehicles, Enhancing Waste Management in Lucknow

Lucknow, April 1: A significant initiative aimed at strengthening and modernizing waste management in Lucknow is set to take place on Wednesday,

Piyush Goyal says Vijay may struggle to win 3-4 seats

CHENNAI, Mar 31 : Senior BJP leader and union Minister Piyush Goyal, who is also the election in-charge of Tamil Nadu, on Monday took a swipe at

Judge orders Trump administration to halt White House ballroom construction without Congress approval

The ruling follows the demolition of the East Wing to make way for the large venue

BJP Leaders Criticize Karnatakas Decision to Provide Free IPL Tickets to Legislators

Mumbai, April 1: BJP leaders in Himachal Pradesh have sharply criticized the Karnataka governments decision to provide free IPL tickets to its le

Fresh western disturbance brings rain, snow to parts of northern India

NEW DELHI, Mar 31: Under the influence of a new western disturbance, a spell of thunderstorm and rain activity was witnessed in parts of northern

Kerala: Indigenously built ASW craft delivered to Indian Navy

KOCHI, March 31 : In a significant boost to Indias maritime defence capabilities, Malwan, the second of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Wate

Arunachal: West Kameng begins joint survey to install border pillars along Assam boundary

ITANAGAR, Mar 31: The District Administration of West Kameng district has commenced joint survey operations for the erection of border pillars al

Jyotiraditya Scindia Meets Nitin Gadkari to Discuss Road Projects

New Delhi, April 1: Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia met with Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari in the national cap

Punjab becomes first state to provide Rs10 lakh annual cashless health cover to every family

CHANDIGARH, Mar 31 : In a landmark achievement for universal healthcare, the Punjab Government has emerged as the first in the country to provide

Systematically crushing Iran, forging alliances with important countries in West Asia: Netanyahu

Addressing the nation during Passover, he said Iran will eventually fall and hinted at emerging regional alliances against Tehran

Child diagnosed in Delhi NCR with chronic disease typical of adults; doctors express concern

NEW DELHI, Mar 31 : Doctors in a Delhi NCR hospital have reported a rare case of chronic pancreatitis in a 10-year-old girl, a condition typicall

BJP trying to add voters from outside to Bengal electoral rolls illegally: Mamata

KOLKATA, Mar 31: Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday accused the BJP of trying to include illegal voters from NDA-ruled Bihar, Rajasthan, H

Jammus Marathon Moment

The successful hoisting of the first-ever international marathon in Jammu marks more than just a sporting milestone-it signals a decisive shift i

Welfare outreach and development negated Reds territorial grip

Delhi Assembly Speaker Calls for Non-Violence on Mahavir Jayanti

New Delhi, April 1: Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta participated in a religious event organized by the Shri Digambar Jain Mahasabha in Rohi

Kumaresh A wins Intl Chess Fiesta

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 31: Kumaresh A of Tamil Nadu emerged as the winner of the International Rating Chess Fiesta Tournament

District Kulgam Taekwondo Cship concludes

Excelsior Sports Correspondent KULGAM, Mar 31: The District Kulgam Taekwondo Championships 2025-26 concluded at the Indoor Sports Hall, Qaimoh, K

5th J&K UT-Level Carrom Cship culminates

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 31: The 5th Jammu & Kashmir UT-Level Carrom Championship 2025-26 culminated at Sher-i-Kashmir Indoor

J&K UT Fencing Cship concludes

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 31: The 20th Jammu & Kashmir Union Territory Fencing Championship 2025-26 concluded at Bakshi Stadiu

Financial liabilities worth over Rs 18,000 cr of contractors, employees cleared: Omar

5 glacial lakes have high susceptibility to GLOFs Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 31: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said the Government h

BJP MP Jagdambika Pal Praises NDA Government for Curbing Naxalism

New Delhi, April 1: BJP MP Jagdambika Pal launched a sharp attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi regarding the issue of Naxalism. He accused the

DYSS officials inspect Khel Gaon ahead of U-17 Cricket trials

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 31: Officials from the Department of Youth Services and Sports (DYSS) conducted a detailed inspection o

Gupta, Jasrotia object to Masoodis resolution on regularisation of land possessed by private edu institutions

3 MLAs withdraw resolutions Avtar Bhat JAMMU, Mar 31: The Government today opposed three private members resolutions tabled by National Conferenc

US strikes city housing Irans main nuclear sites

Tehran hits oil tanker of Kuwait DUBAI, Mar 31:US strikes hit a city on Tuesday that is home to one of Irans main nuclear sites, sending a massiv

YCET hosts campus placement drive, six students selected

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 31: Yogananda College of Engineering and Technology (YCET), Jammu, organized a successful campus placement dri

Arshdeep Singh Makes IPL History with 11 Balls in One Over

New Chandigarh, April 1: Arshdeep Singh, the fast bowler for Punjab Kings, has made headlines for an unusual record. The 27-year-old left-arm bow

Rajasthan Board 12th Result: Anu Yadav Achieves 98.33% in Science, Aspires for Civil Services

Jaipur, April 1: The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) announced the results for the 12th grade in Science, Commerce, and Arts stream

Bihar Minister Urges Patience After Tragic Stampede at Sheetala Mata Temple

Patna, April 1: Bihar Minister Shravan Kumar expressed deep sorrow over the tragic stampede that occurred at the Sheetala Mata Temple in Nalanda.

BJP Disturbed by Akhilesh Yadavs Rally in Dadri: Ravidas Mehrotra

Lucknow, April 1: The Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections in 2027 are still some time away, but Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav has alread

Trump signs order directing creation of national voter list; move sure to face legal challenges

The order calls on the Department of Homeland Security, working in conjunction with the Social Security Administration, to make the list of eligi

Reflections on the Shillong International Film Festival

Editor, The recently concluded Shillong International Film Festival is a welcome and much-needed initiative for Meghalaya. As highlighted in its

Freedom, Social Media

Curiously, but certainly, the reach of social media has expanded beyond expectations. The spread of mobile phones with internet links in recent y

On Khasi Identity: State and Social Customs are Emergent and Malleable

By Kitdor H. Blah According to the social evolution theory of state, people have existed prior to the State, and the State arises out of the need

Recruitment Open for Multiple Positions at Nuclear Fuel Complex, Apply by April 18

Jaipur, April 1: A golden opportunity has emerged for youth aspiring to work at a prestigious institution. The Nuclear Fuel Complex (NFC) has iss