JAMMU, Mar 25: DGP J&K Police, Nalin Prabhat, has been leading from the front during the combing operation in the Sanyal village of Kathua. According to reports, Pakistani terrorists are believed to be holed up there with the security forces making recovery of some magazines and other items left behind by the fleeing terrorists. The ongoing operation against hiding terrorists entered its third day on Tuesday. Intensive search operation continued to hunt down the terrorists in Sanyal village alon

New Delhi, Mar 25: The new Income Tax Bill will be taken up for discussion in the monsoon session of Parliament, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Tuesday. Replying to the discussions on the Finance Bill 2025 in the Lok Sabha, Sitharaman said the new income tax bill, which was introduced in the House on February 13, is currently being vetted by the Select Committee. The Select Committee has been mandated to submit its report by the first day of [] The post New Income Tax Bill To Be Tak

Lucknow, Mar 25: Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Tuesday said only political power can bring good days for the Dalits and Bahujans. Winning political power is the only way to bring achche din for Bahujans, the party supremo said at a state-level special meeting of BSPs OBC officials. Mayawati said that the Bahujan community, particularly OBCs, has been severely affected by caste-based and narrow-minded politics. She claimed that, like Dalits, OBCs have been deprived of their Constitu

JAMMU, Mar 25: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) is geared up to welcome and facilitate the pilgrims with additional facilities and new infrastructure during the week-long navratras starting from March 30 and concluding on April 6. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO), (SMVDSB) Anshul Garg posted on X, an all-weather covered resting area for 1500 pilgrims at Ardhkuwari, being decked up to facilitate Yatris this #ChaitraNavratri onwards. The area, he said, is equipped with a water ATM, Pr

NEW DELHI, Mar 25 : Delhi Chief Minister and Finance Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday presented the Budget for the financial year 2025-26 with an outlay of Rs one lakh crore, marking a 31.5 per cent increase from the previous year. Calling it a historic Budget, Gupta emphasized that the era of corruption and inefficiency was over, with the government doubling capital expenditure to Rs 28,000 crore. This increased spending will be directed towards infrastructure development, including roads, sewer

Jammu, Mar 25: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday criticised opposition members for walking out over the use of the term Union Territory, saying the region remains one until the Parliament restores its statehood. The Jammu & Kashmir Assembly passed a bill to amend the Jammu and Kashmir Goods and Services Tax (GST) Act, 2017, amid a walkout by Peoples Conference member Sajad Gani Lone, who alleged that passing the bill amounts to endorsing the Union Territory [] The post We

New Delhi, Mar 25: Two constituents of the Hurriyat Conference J-K Peoples Movement and the Democratic Political Movement have announced the severing of all ties with separatism, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Tuesday. Welcoming the move, Shah asserted that the unifying policies of the Modi government have tossed separatism out of Jammu and Kashmir. He said separatism has become history in Kashmir. Two organisations of the Hurriyat, J&K Peoples Movement and the Democratic Political Move

SRINAGAR, Mar 25: Jammu and Kashmir is set to experience isolated light rain and thunderstorms over the next three days. According to the Meteorological Centre Srinagar, over the next 24 hours there is a possibility of light rain or Snow in higher reaches at scattered places mainly over North & Central Kashmir. The outlook for the subsequent two days indicates scattered to fairly widespread light to moderate rain, accompanied by gusty winds reaching 40-50 kmph. The MeT said that a [] The post Ra

New Delhi, Mar 25: The Delhi High Court on Tuesday reserved its order on a plea by Jammu and Kashmir MP Abdul Rashid Sheikh, who is in jail in a terror funding case, seeking permission to attend the ongoing Parliament session. A bench of Justices Chandra Dhari Singh and Anup Jairam Bhambhani, which was initially inclined to grant the permission, later said a detailed order would be passed. The bench deliberated on certain conditions which could be imposed on Rashid [] The post Delhi HC Reserves

NEW DELHI, Mar 25:External auditor PwC is likely to submit its report to IndusInd Banks board on Friday regarding accounting discrepancies in its derivatives portfolio, sources said. As per an estimate, Rs 2,100 crore discrepancy in accounting may impact 2.35 per cent of the banks net worth. The comprehensive report by PwC is expected to point out actual loss to the bank due to accounting discrepancies, lapses at various levels and remedial action, sources said. Banking sector regulator, Reserv

DAMASCUS, Mar 25:Sahar Diab had visited Damascus famed Umayyad Mosque previously. But as the Syrian lawyer went there to pray during her countrys first Ramadan after the end of the Assad familys iron-fisted rule, she felt something new, something priceless: A sense of ease. The rituals have become much more beautiful, she said. Before, we were restricted in what we could say. Now, theres freedom. As Diab spoke recently, however, details were trickling in from outside Damascus about [] The post

MUMBAI, Mar 25: Non-banking Finance Company SMFG India Credit (SMICC), on Tuesday said it has successfully raised USD 175 million via External Commercial Borrowing (ECB) for expanding its lending portfolio and supporting customers across various segments. The facility has been jointly arranged by Standard Chartered Bank (SCB) and CTBC Bank. SMFG India Credit has fully hedged the facility to mitigate risks associated with foreign exchange and interest rate fluctuations, it said in a statement. Mr

DEIR- AL-BALAH, Mar 25: Palestinian medics said Israeli strikes killed at least 23 people in the Gaza Strip overnight into Tuesday. The dead include three children and their parents, who were killed in a strike on their tent near the southern city of Khan Younis, according to Nasser Hospital, which has received a flood of dead and wounded since Israel resumed heavy bombardment of Gaza last week, shattering the ceasefire that had halted the 17-month war. Israels campaign in Gaza [] The post Lates

SEOUL, Mar 25: Han Jong-Hee, a senior Samsung Electronics executive credited with elevating the companys television business, died Tuesday, the company said. He was 63. Han, a co-chief executive who oversaw the companys consumer electronics and mobile devices businesses, died at a hospital after being treated for a heart attack, Samsung said. Han joined Samsung in 1988 and spent most of his career in TV-related divisions, during which the company became the worlds leading TV manufacturer. He wa

New Delhi, Mar 25: The Supreme Court Tuesday said it will hear in May pleas seeking implementation of its 2006 verdict on police reforms that recommended steps like separation of investigation and law and order duties. In the 2006 verdict, the top court also passed a slew of directions, that included no ad hoc or interim appointment to the post of Director General of Police (DGP) by the state governments. The Union Public Service Commission, in consultation with a state [] The post SC To Hear In

NAVI MUMBAI, Mar 24: In a momentous celebration of athletic excellence and maritime unity, Padma Shri Dr. P.T. Usha, President of the Indian Olympic Association and Member of Parliament, inaugurated the National Maritime Games 2025 today at IMU, Palm Beach Road, Navi Mumbai. In her address, Dr. Usha inspired hundreds of maritime cadets and athletes with her words: True sportsmanship overrides all else. In the arena of sport, there are no losers every participant is a winner. It is [] The post P

Jammu, Mar 25: The Legislative Assembly on Tuesday witnessed uproarious scenes over protests of daily wagers with treasury benches and opposition raising slogans against each other. Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma said that he had raised concerns over the ongoing strike of Daily Wagers yesterday also in the House but there has been no response from the government over it. The government should make a statement over it, Sharma demanded. Responding to Sharma, Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choud

CHANDIGARH, Mar 25: Punjabs Vigilance Bureau and the food safety department have conducted surprise checks at several dairies and shops in Fatehgarh Sahib and Rupnagar, collecting samples of milk products and other food items for testing. According to an official statement, multiple samples of milk, curd, and paneer were collected during the joint operation on Monday. Samples of spring rolls, dumplings, bakery items, bread and ghee were also collected from some unlicensed vendors and sent to la

SRINAGAR, Mar 25: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) conducted a raid at the residence of a patwari in Ajas area of north Kashmirs Bandipora district on Tuesday. Official sources said that the raid was carried out at the house of Manzoor Ahmad Bhat, son of Ghulam Mohammad Bhat, who is involved in case FIR No. 93/2023 registered at Police Station Hajin. The case pertains to alleged fraud and misuse of official position under sections 420, 467, 468, 471, 409, and 120B. [] The post ACB Raids Revenue

New Delhi, Mar 24: Days to go before Salman Khans Sikander hits the theatres, an attire he dons in a song is already a hit among the youths. An almost jostling has pervaded the markets before Eid for the black embroidered kurta-pyjama the Hindi film superstar wears in the films Zohra Zabeen song. The film will hit the screens on March 30, while Eid may be announced on March 31 or April 1, depending on the Moons sighting. Faheem of [] The post Salman KhanS Sikander Kurta A Hit Before Eid appeared

MUMBAI, Mar 25: Non-bank finance company SMFG India Credit on Tuesday said it has raised USD 175 million foreign loan. The funds have been borrowed through a syndicated loan and will be used for regular lending operations, as per an official statement from the company run by Japans SMFG. The External Commercial Borrowing (ECB) facility has been jointly arranged by Standard Chartered Bank (SCB) and CTBC Bank, the statement from the company formerly known as Fullerton India Credit, said. [] The p

SRINAGAR, Mar 25: Jammu and Kashmir Police recovered a lost bag belonging to an Air Force veteran at the ski resort of Gulmarg in Baramulla district. Police said Group Captain Ajit Singh (Retired) of the Indian Air Force, a resident of Mohali, Punjab, who was on a tour with his family in Gulmarg, misplaced his bag containing Rs 37,000 in cash and other documents on Monday. Upon realizing the loss, the family immediately approached Police Station Gulmarg for assistance, police [] The post J&K Pol

NEW DELHI, Mar 25: India must be cautious while negotiating the proposed bilateral trade agreement with the US, as the absence of Fast Track Trade Authority in America makes any pact vulnerable to Congressional changes, economic think tank GTRI said on Tuesday. It also said that the certification process allows the US to effectively re-negotiate the trade agreement after it is signed, demanding domestic legal changes, regulatory reforms, and policy shifts that could undermine Indias sovereignty

UNITED NATIONS, Mar 25: Asserting that peacekeeping is not a zero-risk effort, India told the UN Security Council that peacekeepers have to contend with the presence of non-state actors, armed groups and terrorists, and in an era of complex conflicts and threats, perpetrators of crimes against peacekeepers must be brought to justice. These remarks were made by Indias Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, during the UN Security Council Open Debate on Advancing Adapta

Prayagraj, Mar 25: The Allahabad High Court Bar Association on Tuesday began an indefinite strike to protest against the proposed transfer of Delhi High Court Justice Yashwant Varma to the high court here. Leading the protesting lawyers gathered at gate number 3 of the high court, Bar Association President Anil Tiwari told reporters, This protest is not against any court or judge but against those who have betrayed the judicial system. He added, Our fight is against those involved in [] The post

MUMBAI, Mar 25: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has likened comedian Kunal Kamras jibe at him to taking supari (contract) to speak against someone, and said there should be a decorum while making a satire, otherwise the action causes a reaction. Freedom of speech is there, but there should be a limit, Shinde said on Monday reacting to Kamras comments. The Shiv Sena leader further said he does not focus on who says what as his work speaks for [] The post Kamras Jibe Is Like Taking

NEW DELHI, Mar 25:Despite AI agents and chatbots increasingly becoming a part and parcel of customer service, they have yet to significantly reduce customer service wait times, with a report revealing that Indian consumers spent over 15 billion hours last year waiting to lodge customer service complaints. The ServiceNow Customer Experience report analysed the widening gap between rising customer expectations and the reality of service delivery. It surveyed 5,000 Indian consumers and 204 Indian

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Guwahati, Mar 25: Outmuscled in their previous matches, title-holders Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals will eye a quick course correction in ever aspect when they face each other in an IPL match here on Wednesday. The Knight Riders were beaten by seven wickets by Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the tournament-opener while the Royals were given a 44-run drubbing by Sunrisers Hyderabad. The common theme in those defeats was how the seemingly powerful batting and bowling units of KKR and [

Mumbai, Mar 25: The Mumbai Police have issued a notice to stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra in connection with a case for allegedly making derogatory remarks against Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, officials said on Tuesday. Kamra has been asked to appear before the Khar police here in connection with the case registered against him, an official said. We have issued an initial notice to Kamra as a probe has been started into the case against him, the official said [] The post Deroga

United Nations, Mar 25: India slammed Pakistan at the UN, saying the country continues to illegally occupy the territory of Jammu and Kashmir, which it must vacate. These remarks were made on Monday by Indias Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish during remarks at a UN Security Council Open Debate on Advancing Adaptability in UN Peace operations. Jammu and Kashmir was, is and will always be an integral part of India. Pakistan continues to illegally occupy the territor

Jammu, Mar 25: A massive search operation to track down a group of infiltrating terrorists continued for the third day in a forested area in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday, officials said. The operation, led by Director General of Police Nalin Prabhat, was launched on Sunday evening in the Hiranagar sector following an encounter between security forces and terrorists hiding in a nursery. As the security forces moved deep inside the cordoned off area this morning, a [] The post M

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 24: To deliver world-class automotive service and customer satisfaction, AM KIA today inaugurated its exclusive state-of-the-art workshop here today. The grand ceremony was felicitated by Dr Arun Manhas, Director-Industries & Commerce, Jammu, who lauded AM KIAs dedication in bringing advanced automotive solutions and seamless after-sales service to customers in the region. The workshop has been designed to provide superior vehicle care, cutting-edge diagnostics

Govt extending full support to MHA *Particular religion being targeted with Waqf bill Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 24: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today asserted that militancy in Jammu and Kashmir cannot be finished without the support of people and said his Government is extending support to the Union Home Ministry to ensure the security situation remains peaceful in the Union Territory. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Though it (security) is directly not our responsibili

HYDERABAD, Mar 24 : Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan emphasised that survival in todays battlespace is not about being the fittest but about those who adapt, transform, and seize emerging opportunities. He made these remarks while addressing future strategic leaders undergoing the Higher Defence Management Course (HDMC-20) at the College of Defence Management (CDM), Secunderabad, on Monday. Highlighting the complexities of 21st-century security dynamics, Gen Chauhan stressed the

MUMBAI, Mar 24: The Reserve Bank on Monday conducted US dollar-rupee swap worth USD 10 billion for injecting long-term liquidity in the system, with the auction eliciting strong demand. The first leg settlement will take place on March 26 and the second on March 27, the RBI said. The USD/INR Buy/Sell swap auction for a tenor of 3 years was oversubscribed 2.23 times. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said it received 325 bids during the auction and 96 of [] The post RBI conducts forex swap worth US

Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Mar 24: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today paid tribute to veteran leader and Parliamentarian Lalmuni Chaubey. Addressing a public event commemorating the Death Anniversary of Lalmuni Chaubey, at Buxar in Bihar, the Lieutenant Governor spoke on the lifelong campaigns of the seasoned political figure dedicated to public welfare and nation building. Lalmuni Chaubey was a widely respected leader who had dedicated every fragment of his body and every moment of his l

VISAKHAPATNAM, Mar 24: Ashutosh Sharmas late heroics earned Delhi Capitals a thrilling one-wicket win against Lucknow Super Giants in their Indian Premier League season opener here on Monday. Chasing 210, Delhi Capitals slipped to 7/3 in the second over and limped to 116 for six after 13 overs, but Ashutoshs stunning knock 66 off 31 balls with five sixes and as many fours delivered his side a sensational win from the jaws of defeat. Even as wickets fell [] The post Ashutoshs heroics give Delhi

*Sanction full package to refugees: Cong Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 24: Expressing grave concern over the continued terror related incidents in Jammu region indicating that militancy has spread to various parts of the region in the recent past, JKPCC president Tariq Hameed Karra today questioned the Central Government led by BJP for its false narratives and asked it to more effectively deal with the situation, to bring complete normalcy. Addressing a press conference here today JKPCC chi

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said decision to shift the Planning Departments functions to the Finance Department is under review of his Government and any necessary changes will be implemented accordingly. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Omar, who holds charge of both Finance and Planning Departments, was replying to supplementaries by National Conference MLA Javid Hassan Beig during Question Hour in the Legislative Assembly. I have already mentioned during the budget and gr

Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Mar 24: In a decisive action sending a strong message of zero tolerance to the perpetrators of the scourge of narcotics afflicting the society, particularly its young, the Jal Shakti Department (JSD) has dismissed five permanent employees and disengaged ten temporary staff linked to offences under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The action was taken under Article 311 of the Constitution of India to uphold discipline and ensure accountabil

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 24: Three Wushu athletes from Jammu and Kashmir brought glory to the Union Territory in the Khelo India Wushu Sr. Womens League Championship held at Bilsapur, Chhattisgarh from March 20 to 23. Ansa Chisti clinched the Gold medal, while Ayeera Chisti and Riya Chib secured Bronze medals in the 52 kg and 65 kg categories, respectively. All three athletes qualified for the championship during the Khelo India Zonal League Wushu Championship held in Patiala. A

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 24: Ritika Trehan, Chief Spokesperson of the BJP Women Wing (J&K-UT) met Tarun Chugh, National General Secretary of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), here today. During her meeting with National General Secretary of the Bharatiya Janata Party, she highlighted several key issues and partys working in Jammu and Kashmir. Tarun Chugh also presented a picture of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for her exemplary work at the grassroots level in Jammu and Kashmir. Ritika

Excelsior Correspondent GANDERBAL, Mar 24: District Development Commissioner Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore here today chaired a meeting of District Level Committee (DLC) to discuss and approve cases received under Holistic Agriculture Development Plan (HADP) in the district. The committee approved 1535 cases of various sectors, including agriculture, horticulture, animal husbandry and allied fields. During meeting, the DC emphasised evaluating progress, addressing challenges and outlining a strategy

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Mar 24: Police today busted a hideout in Sanglan forest area of Uttersoo in Anantnag district. A police spokesman said that a joint team of Special Operations Group (SOG) Anantnag, 19 Rashtriya Rifles (RR), and CRPF successfully busted a militant hideout in the higher reaches of Sanglan forest, under the jurisdiction of Police Station Uttersoo. He said that based on specific intelligence inputs, security forces conducted a thorough search operation in the dense

Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, Mar 24: The residents of Sector-3 of J&K Housing Board Colony, Channgran, Kathua have raised a serious concern, over what they called the most casual approach of the concerned authorities for depriving them of the basic amenities. The aggrieved residents of the Housing Colony alleged that roads in the colony were not black-topped, the colony sans electric supply and water supply, besides, there is no proper security and eco-friendly environment. They appealed to t

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 24: Displaced Persons from Pak occupied Jammu and Kashmir today held protest demonstration, projecting their demands of providing full package and 12 Assembly seats to the DPs from PoJK. A large number of displaced persons, under the banner of POJK DPs Front 1947, 1965 and 1971 and (Non Camp) led by its president, Capt (Retd) Yudhvir Singh Chib assembled at Maharaja Hari Singh Park in Jammu today and started protest demonstration. They were demanding that DPs [

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 24: To spread the awareness over One Nation, One Election (ONOE), a programme organized by J&K BJP was held here today. The programme was organized by former Deputy Mayor Baldev Singh Billawaria. Ashok Koul, General Secretray (Organization), J&K BJP, former Mayor Rajinder Sharma, Ranjodh Singh Nalwa, J&K BJP Minority Morcha President, District Presidents Nand Kishore Sharma and Naresh Singh Jasrotia addressed the programme. Ashok Koul, while addressing the prog

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 24: In support of their party campaign to seek restoration of Statehood at the earliest, several Congress leaders and activists to take out a protest march, here today. The protestors were led by JKPCC chief Tariq Hameed Karra accompanied by AICC General Secretary and CLP leader G A Mir besides working presidents Tara Chand, Raman Bhalla, DCC President Manmohan Singh Balwan Singh, Yogesh Sawhney, Th Hari Singh Chib, Kanta Bhan, Ved Mahajan, Th Balbir Singh, Raj

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 24: The J&K Saakshar Bharat Mission (JKSBM) Coordinators staged a protest today, demanding re-engagement and absorption into the Education Department. Scores of Coordinators participated in the demonstration to highlight their longstanding and legitimate demands for regularization, job security and rightful recognition within the department. Click here to watch video The protestors stated that despite diligently serving for over six to seven years, most coor