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DC Reasi reviews progress of heritage projects

Excelsior Correspondent REASI, Apr 25: Deputy Commissioner Reasi Kumar Abhishek today chaired a series of meetings to review the implementation a

BJP women wing protests against opposition over reservation

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 25: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Mahila Morcha today staged an Akrosh Rally, accusing the opposition, p

Jammu hosts inter-district U-17 Football Tourney under League of Classics

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: Department of Youth Services and Sports, district Jammu, today commenced the inter-district UT leve

IRP 24th Bn organises session on stress management & mental health for jawans

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Apr 25: In a significant initiative for the welfare of police personnel, IRP 24th Battalion organised a special

LG calls for grassroots sports push at Chintan Shivir

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 25: Lieutenant Governor (LG) Manoj Sinha today called for a comprehensive strengthening of grassroot

Sooryavanshis century in vain as SRH beat RR by 5 wickets

JAIPUR, Apr 25: Vaibhav Sooryavanshis century went in vain as Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals by five wickets in their IPL match here o

Tourism in the Himalayan Ecosystems of J&K

Diversifying and Balancing the Growth Prof Bharti Gupta bharti.ttm@cujammu.ac.in The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir is uniquely positioned

Dr Andrabi dedicates 1st multi-utility sports stadium to public in Doda

Excelsior Sports Correspondent DODA, Apr 25: A major push to public welfare infrastructure was witnessed in Doda today as Jammu & Kashmir Waqf Bo

Tribute paid to Santoor Maestro Pt Shiv Kumar Sharma

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: A meeting of the executive members of Padam Vibushan Pt Shiv Kumar Sharma Memorial Bhartiya Sangeet Founda

Violence Erupts at Kokomi Rally in Imphal, Student Organization Member Injured

Imphal, April 26: A rally organized by the Manipur Integrity Coordination Committee (Kokomi) turned violent on Saturday as certain factions of th

Anantnag Police Detain 12 Major Drug Traffickers Under Preventive Law

New Delhi, April 26: Anantnag police have launched a significant crackdown against drug trafficking and sales. They have detained 12 habitual dru

Ahmedabad Prepares for Local Government Elections with Comprehensive Planning

Ahmedabad, April 26: The district administration is set to conduct the voting process for the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation and Taluka-District

Shah: 'Didi gets angry when I threaten goons. Must I embrace them?'

Police Department Organizes Educational Trip for 28 Children at Raipur Airport

Raipur, April 26: Today, children of police officers and staff in Raipur experienced a memorable outing. The police department arranged a one-day

Gujarat: High Alert in Rajkot Ahead of Local Elections, Special Security at Sensitive Polling Stations

Rajkot, April 26: In preparation for the local body elections, Rajkot police have implemented extensive security measures to ensure a peaceful an

Election Commission transfers 4 cops in 3 Kolkata police stations

IPL 2026: Vaibhavs Explosive Century Leads Rajasthan Royals to 228 Against SRH

Jaipur, April 26: In the 36th match of IPL 2026, Rajasthan Royals (RR) faced off against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Sawai Mansingh Cricket

Modern OTMC Complex Inaugurated in Puducherry to Enhance Maritime Security

New Delhi, April 26: The state-of-the-art OTMC complex was inaugurated in Puducherry on Saturday. This marks a significant step towards strengthe

All-round Deepti Sharma grabs maiden T20I fifer to carry India to 14-run over SA

Rodrigues was impressive, in particular, while smashing spinner Nonkhu Mlaba for 24 runs in the 11th over through a sequence of runs which read 4

WE-AI holds workshops, seminars across Kashmir

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 25: Marking a significant milestone in student-led innovation and outreach, the WE-AI (Women Empowerment-Ar

Bangwathia Mahajan Biradari congregation on May 1

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: Bi-annual congregation (Mail) of Akhil Bhartiya Bangwathia Mahajan Biradari will be held on forthcoming Bu

Samba police arrests bike lifter

Excelsior Correspondent SAMBA, Apr, 25: Samba police has arrested an accused person involved in a theft case registered at Police Station (PS), B

Biker crushed to death in Kathua

Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, Apr 25: A motorcyclist died after he was hit by a rashly driven truck at Barwal Morh area on the National Highway

'Swadeshi' bullet train from next year

Afghan Citizens Awaiting US Visas in Qatar Can Return Home, Says Afghan Foreign Ministry

Kabul, April 26: The Taliban government in Afghanistan has asserted that there is no security threat within the country. They stated that Afghan

Man confronts co-tenant over affair with wife, gets bludgeoned to death in Mawblei

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: A domestic feud turned deadly in Shillongs Mawblei neighbourhood on Saturday morning when a 40-year-old man w

Teacher who sent SOS found inside city bank after 3-day mystery

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: Questions are mounting over the mysterious disappearance of a 27-year-old Guwahati teacher who was recovered

5-hour-journey: Direct JammuSrinagar Vande Bharat from April 30

Shabana Azmi and Deepa Mehtas Twinning Moment Captivates Fans, Nandita Das Adds Color Pop

Mumbai, April 26: Actress Shabana Azmi is quite active on social media, frequently sharing glimpses of her personal life and moments spent with f

GSU warns of counter-blockade against AAMSUs sanction over labour entry ban

From Our Correspondent PHULBARI, April 25: Tensions on the Meghalaya-Assam border have escalated into a war of nerves as the Garo Students Union

Vaibhav Suryavanshi Sets Record with Fastest IPL Century in Just 36 Balls

Jaipur, April 26: Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 15-year-old opener for Rajasthan Royals (RR), made headlines on Saturday by scoring a remarkable century

JP Nadda Confident of BJP Victory in Bengal Elections

Kolkata, April 26: Political parties have intensified their campaign efforts for the second phase of the West Bengal elections. Central Minister

KL Rahul becomes first Indian to cross the 150-run mark in an innings

KL brought up his century in just 47 balls, bringing up DC's fastest-ever century in IPL, outdoing Virender Sehwag and Quinton de Kock's 48-ball

Woman Arrested for Drugging and Robbing Elderly in Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad, April 26: Authorities reported on Saturday that a 55-year-old woman has been arrested in Ahmedabad. She is accused of targeting elderl

VPP slams legal cherry-picking over teachers pay and eligibility

The govt uses court rulings to suppress teachers when it suits the treasury, while ignoring judicial decisions that would provide them financial

Helicopter Incident Near Sabarimala Temple Deemed Serious Offense by ADGP Report

Pathanamthitta, April 26: An investigation into the low-altitude flight of an Indian Coast Guard helicopter near the renowned Sabarimala temple i

Marc Marquez wins chaotic Spanish GP sprint despite crash in rain

After securing his first pole of the season earlier on Saturday (April 25), Marquez shot off the line and took the lead into turn one ahead of Jo

Plea for statutory commission to curb arbitrary school fees

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: Meghalayas unregulated private education sector faces a legal ultimatum as calls grow for a statutory commiss

Vanshika and Chirag win 10m air pistol mixed team gold as India continue to top table

The final day on Sunday (April 26) will see the 50m rifle 3 positions men junior and the trap mixed team junior events being decided

Agri minister asks youths to look beyond govt jobs

From Our Correspondent RESUBELPARA, April 25: Agriculture Minister Timothy D. Shira on Saturday urged the youths of Meghalaya to embrace entrepre

Rajeev Khandelwal Returns to Television with a New Reality Show Celebrating Womens Stories

Mumbai, April 26: Popular television actor Rajeev Khandelwal is making a comeback to the small screen. He will host the reality game show Tum Ho

Will US Iran war begin again? Trump comments, Iran diplomacy steps, and Pakistan talks explained

Will US Iran war begin again? This explainer covers new diplomacy signals after comments from Donald Trump and travel plans by Abbas Araghchi. Ir

BJP demands 33 pc womens reservation in elected bodies

Partys Mahila Morcha stages demonstration in state capital By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: The Meghalaya unit of the BJP Mahila Morcha, led b

Enhanced Security Measures Ahead of Bengal Elections Amidst Border Concerns

Kolkata, April 26: Following directives from the Election Commission of India (ECI), special scrutiny is being conducted in districts of West Ben

DREAM intensifies anti-drug drive in GH; rehab centre proposed

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: The Drug Reduction, Elimination & Action Mission (DREAM) has stepped up its efforts to combat substance abuse

Music as a Spiritual Pursuit: Insights from Mujtaba Aziz Nazaa

Mumbai, April 26: Renowned Indian playback singer, qawwali artist, and musician Mujtaba Aziz Nazaa recently discussed the evolving landscape of m

250 farmers attend horti skill prog in WJH village

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: The Deen Dayal Upadhyay Community and Skill Development Center (DDUCC), Wahiajer, a constituent college of NE

Human Rights Organizations Condemn Arrest of Baloch Activist Fouzia Baloch

Quetta, April 25: Several prominent human rights organizations have strongly condemned the arrest of Baloch activist Fouzia Baloch by Pakistani p

North East NSS Festival ends at USTM

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: Curtain came down on the five-day North East NSS Festival 2026, themed Empowered Youth for Viksit Bharat, at

RBYF provides financial aid to martial arts team

From Our Correspondent NONGPOH, April 25: The Ri-Bhoi Youth Federation (RBYF) on Friday extended financial support to the Meghalaya Martial Arts

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Promises BJP Victory in Bengal Elections

Kolkata, April 26: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma held a roadshow in support of BJP candidate Sudipta Das. The event attracted numerous

Indian stars headline UTT Season 7 pool; Sathiyan, Manika among key retentions

The seventh edition of the franchise-based league will be held from July 9 to 26 at the Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor Stadium in Goa

Jhum fires drive 27 pc of pre-monsoon air pollution in Mlaya, reveals study

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: A study based on field observations in Meghalaya has found that shifting cultivation, or jhum, accounts for u

Shahnavaz shades Sreeshankars record

Elsewhere, there were new records set in the mens 400m by Keralas Mohammed Ashfaq, in mens 5000m by Uttar Pradeshs Nitin Gupta and in womens 5000

Rajasthan Royals Set New IPL Record with 228 Runs Against Sunrisers Hyderabad

Jaipur, April 26: In a thrilling encounter during IPL 2026, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) faced off against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Sawai Ma

Who is in-charge in Iran, and will Trump get any call from Tehran? Talks collapse after cancelled Islamabad visit

Who is in-charge in Iran, and will Trump get any call from Tehran? The United States cancelled a planned visit to Pakistan after Iranian official

Govt to spend over Rs 2.3 cr for Lok Bhavan area beautification

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: The state government has invited tenders for the beautification of roads and triangular junctions surrounding

Eder Milito Advised to Undergo Surgery, FIFA World Cup Hopes Dashed

Madrid, April 26: Eder Milito, the Real Madrid defender, has been advised to undergo surgery for a hamstring injury, effectively ruling him out o

Shylla launches water supply scheme for Tuber villages

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: Former MLA Kyrmen Shylla on Friday inaugurated the Tuberkmaishnong Combined Water Supply Scheme in East Jaint

Shillong Bus Picnic with St. Peters School

By Mai White The first thing that meets you at the gate is a soft chorus of intention. Words gather there as quiet declarations: no harming wild

Liverpool close on Champions League but may have seen last of Salah

British transfer record signing Alexander Isak scored his first goal since returning from a leg break as he smartly controlled Alexis Mac Alliste

Shocking Bus Theft in Pune: A Wild Ride Ends in Collision

Pune, April 26: In a bizarre incident that unfolded in the bustling city of Pune, a public transport bus was stolen on Friday. This shocking even

NDA Criticizes Oppositions Move to Remove Chief Election Commissioner Amid Election Defeats

New Delhi, April 26: Leaders of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) launched a sharp attack on opposition parties, claiming that their failure

Row Erupts Over Dhirendra Shastris Remarks On Shivaji Maharaj

Maharashtra Congress chief Harshvardhan Sapkal accused the preacher of linking Shivaji Maharaj with Ramdas Swami inappropriately.

Altman apologises after OpenAI failed to alert police before Tumbler Ridge killings

I am deeply sorry that we did not alert law enforcement to the account that was banned in June, Mr. Altman said

Womens Reservation Bill: Chief Minister Manik Saha Criticizes Oppositions Stance

Agartala, April 26: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha stated on Saturday that opposition parties have wronged women by opposing the Womens Reserv

Himachal Pradesh High Court Nullifies Recruitment and Service Conditions Act 2024, Providing Relief to Thousands of Employees

Shimla, April 26: The Himachal Pradesh High Court has made a significant ruling by completely nullifying the Himachal Pradesh Recruitment and Ser

Outer North district emerges an outlier in quick POCSO convictions

Recognisingthe efforts of the officers, Delhi Police Commissioner SatishGolchhapresented awards to the IOs who were part of the SITs.

Digital Leap: 18 Lakh Parents Receive Digital Progress Reports Via WhatsApp In Mega PTM

The department said parents responded positively, especially to receiving report cards on their phones.

DRDO unveils advanced armoured vehicles for combat support and deployment in Ladakh, deserts, riverine areas

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh Addresses Sonarpur, Promises Justice for All

Kolkata, April 26: Defense Minister Rajnath Singh held a roadshow in Sonarpur, emphasizing that politics should not be based on caste, creed, or

Delhi HC quashes suspension of Ramanujan College principal in POSH case

The court emphasised that the scheme of the POSH Act, along with various judgments of the Supreme Court, establishes a carefully constructed mech

Eminent Scholar And Head Of Sree Narayana Gurukula Swami Muni Narayana Prasad Passes Away

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said Muni Narayana Prasad imbibed the teachings of Sree Narayana Guru and in his death the state has lost an emin

In boost for Armys high-mobility tactical force, 16th Bhairon Battalion raised at Belagavi

Vaibhav Suryavanshis Fearless Approach Leads Rajasthan Royals to Victory

Jaipur, April 26: Rajasthan Royals (RR) opener Vaibhav Suryavanshi attributed his remarkable innings to a fearless mindset and trust in his natur

Experts discuss preventive care and data-led approach to public health challenges

The webinar discussed challenges from infectious diseases to NCDs, climate-linked risks, and the growing role of AI and policy in building resili

Gaza Civil Defence says Israeli strikes kill 13

According to the territorys Interior Ministry, two of those were police officers

Sea diplomacy: Indian Navy ships dock in Maldives Addu Atoll, make port call at Canary Islands

U.S. Diplomats Visit to Pakistan for Iran Peace Talks Canceled by Trump

Washington, April 26: President Donald Trump has canceled the visit of his special envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, to Pakistan. They wer

Injured Lungi Ngidi Returns To Team Hotel From Hospital - Details Here

Lungi Ngidi has been a key bowler for DC this season, claiming seven wickets in seven matches at an average of 29.42, with an economy rate of 8.7

President Donald Trump hospitalization and health concern rumors explained: Viral claim about medical emergency fact checked

President Donald Trump hospitalization and health concern rumors explained after viral social media claims suggested a hospital visit before the

JP Nadda Urges Bengal to Reject Corruption in Upcoming Elections

Bardhaman, April 26: Union Minister JP Nadda addressed a gathering in Bardhaman, West Bengal, emphasizing the need for the public to reject the c

Kejriwal spent private money on official house: BJP; AAP terms it fake

AAP should be called Alishaan Aadmi Party, says PWD Minister,accuses ex-CM of abandoning simplicity and living in a luxurious manner; main Oppn.

Gujarat BJP Chief Urges Citizens to Vote in Local Body Elections

Gandhinagar, April 26: Jagdish Vishwakarma, the Gujarat BJP chief, has called on citizens across the state to actively participate in the upcomin

Election Fever Persists Though Leaders Leave Chennai

The final figures that would be released by the ECI would include postal ballots, service votes and votes polled by senior citizens and persons w

Kolkata Enhances Hotel Surveillance Ahead of Assembly Elections

Kolkata, April 26: Ahead of the second phase of assembly elections scheduled for April 29, Kolkata Police have implemented stringent measures to

No Trial in 9 Months, Accused Gets Bail in Tainted Toddy Case

According to the prosecution, in July 2025, several toddy consumers in Kukatpally fell ill after consuming adulterated toddy.

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Suvendu Adhikari Targets TMC Ahead of West Bengal Elections

Kolkata, April 26: Political activity is intensifying in West Bengal as the second phase of voting approaches. BJP leader and candidate from Bhaw

Manipur CM Appeals to Families to Accept Bodies of Children Killed in Bomb Attack

Imphal, April 26: Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh has urged the families of two children killed in a bombing in Bishnupur district to accep