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Iran missile fire sparks explosions over Tel Aviv, no reported injuries

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on March 5, that his country was prepared for any potential ground invasion, saying such a move woul

Krithi Karanth becomes first Indian to win major UK conservation prize

LONDON, Mar 5: Dr Krithi K Karanth, CEO of the Centre for Wildlife Studies (CWS), became the first Indian to win a prestigious conservation prize

Samson, Bumrah help India tide over England challenge to reach second successive T20 WC final

MUMBAI, Mar 5: Sanju Samsons sublime fifty and Jasprit Bumrahs spell touched with unearthly genius on a batting beauty helped India secure a seve

Modi very focused on delivery, bringing hundreds of millions into formal economy: Canada PM

SYDNEY, Mar 5 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi is very focused on delivery of welfare programmes to the common people and has been successful in br

The Gulf in the Crossfire

B S Dara bsdara@gmail.com What began as a United States-Israeli strike on Iranian targets has rapidly evolved into a wider regional confrontation

Omar in touch with FM to evacuate students from Iran: Farooq

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 5: National Conference president Dr Farooq Abdullah today said Chief Minister Omar Abdullah is in touch wit

CM stresses bridging gap between education and employability

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 5: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired a preliminary meeting to discuss the formulation of an action pl

Bihar: JDU cadre bet on Nishant to fill in father Nitish Kumar's shoes

Bihar's ruling party, JDU, anticipates Nishant Kumar's political debut as his father, Nitish Kumar, prepares to step down. This move aims to reas

SSP Jammu reviews crime, security situation in district

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 5: Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Jammu Joginder Singh today chaired a crime and security review meetin

Nitish Kumar a wily strategist who made CM seat his own

Nitish Kumar exits Bihar CM post after two decades, sparking political upheaval. Known for his strategic alliances and ideological shifts, Kumar

U.S. House rejects war powers resolution, backs Trump on Iran war

The vote was 219 to 212, largely along party lines, in the House, where Mr. Trumps fellow Republicans control a narrow majority of seats; two Rep

'Hasn't taken a day off in 25 years': Mark Carney praises PM Modi's work ethic

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney lauded Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's dedication to citizen welfare. Carney highlighted Modi's focus o

US Says It Has Destroyed More Than 30 Iranian ships Since War Began

The United States has sunk more than 30 Iranian ships during the ongoing war, while ballistic missile and drone attacks by Tehran's forces are do

GCW organizes lecture on AI and Internet of Things

Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, Mar 5: A lecture on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things, organized by the Institutions Innovation

CEO, SMVDU TBIC delivers talk on Innovation and Startup Ecosystems

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 5: In a significant academic engagement aimed at fostering entrepreneurial mindset among young engineers, Dr.

'Minnesota has become the poster boy of fraud': Luna, Timmons TORCH Walz at Somali scam hearing

Gulf conflict: LNG squeeze may impact urea output ahead of kharif season

India's fertilizer supply faces potential disruptions for the upcoming kharif season if the Strait of Hormuz blockade persists. While current sto

Trump Says Iran Calling US About A Deal Amid War

President Donald Trump on Thursday said Tehran was reaching out to the United States about making a deal amid US and Israeli strikes on Iran, add

Unutilised Tourism Funds

The chronic underutilisation of capital expenditure in Jammu and Kashmirs tourism sector over the past two financial years reveals more than just

Sanju Samson reflects on his journey to success in the T20 World Cup

Samson enjoyed a slice of luck in the third over when England captain Harry Brook dropped a regulation catch at mid-on with the batter on 15 an o

Kavinder posted as HP Governor, Saxena to be new LG Ladakh

Prez orders major reshuffle of Guvs, LGs Ata Hasnain appointed Bihars Governor Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Mar 5: Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh Kavinde

Failing Water Quality Norms

Kashmirs wetlands are sending out a distress signal that can no longer be ignored. Recent water quality monitoring across 88 wetlands in the Vall

Not everyone can get Govt jobs, youth must transition from job seekers to creators: CM

Govt formulating plan to bring people from Iran safely Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 5: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said his Governme

HC pulls up JMC for violating court directions, orders probe into unsafe building report

CS asked to constitute inquiry committee in 2 weeks Mohinder Verma JAMMU, Mar 5: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has come down heavi

J&Ks Ranji Trophy win reflects impact of sustained investment in the region: Jay Shah

NEW DELHI, Mar 5: ICC Chairman Jay Shah on Thursday said Jammu and Kashmirs recent triumph in the Ranji Trophy reflected the impact of sustained

Nearly year after breakdown, SSH, SMGS & CD Hospitals still without CT Scan machines

*MRI Machine also non-functional at GMC Jammu Govind Sharma JAMMU, Mar 5: Nearly ten months after CT scan services collapsed at three major Gover

Restrictions to continue in Kashmir on Friday

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Mar 5: Authorities have decided to continue precautionary restrictions across all districts of the Kashmir Vall

India finally condoles Khameneis death; Foreign Secretary Misri visits Iran embassy

NEW DELHI, Mar 5 : India on Thursday condoled the killing of Irans Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei against the backdrop of scathing critici

Reasi District Open Tennis Cship on Mar 11, 12

Excelsior Correspondent REASI, Mar 5: The Jammu and Kashmir Lawn Tennis Association (JKLTA) will organise the Reasi District Open Championship on

Four TMC, one BJP candidate file nominations for Rajya Sabha elections in West Bengal

The ruling Trinamool Congress is set to secure four seats in the upper house and the BJP one

Ashok Gehlot slams Centres silence on U.S. attack on Iranian warship in Indian Ocean

An emerging superpower should not remain a mute spectator to such violent incidents in its own region, says Mr. Gehlot; if we are the true protec

Middle East tensions: PM Modi, Emmanuel Macron discuss need for dialogue & diplomacy

Prime Minister Modi held discussions with French President Macron, emphasizing a return to dialogue and diplomacy for the West Asia region. Both

Matuas pushed into confusing situation, deliberately excluded from voter list by SIR, says Mamata

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleges that political games are being played in the name of giving citizenship and questions are bein

T20 World Cup: We wanted to finish off the game a bit earlier, says Samson

The indian wicketkeeper-batter reveals why skipper Suryakumar held back Axar in the climactic stages of the semifinal

Air Force's Sukhoi Su-30 Crashes In Assam, Search Ops Underway

A Su-30 MKI fighter jet of the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed in Assam's Karbi Anglong district on Thursday. The IAF said the search operation fo

India finally condoles killing of Iran's Khamenei; foreign ministers talk

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri signed a condolence book at the Iranian embassy following the killing of Iran's supreme leader, amid criticism ove

The promise of a bridge to development in Odishas Kalahandi

For tribal and Dalit families stranded on a landmass within the vast Indravati reservoir in Odishas Kalahandi district, life remains in limbo. Sa

Nitish Kumar files nomination papers for Rajya Sabha, ending 20 years as Bihar CM

Confirming speculation about the end of his 20-year rule in Bihar with a post on social media, Mr. Kumar declared that he had a desire in his hea

Vizags Biodiversity Park marks 25 years as eco-education spot

Assault on NEHU Registrar sparks law and order concerns

Our Bureau SHILLONG/TURA, March 5: The recent assault on North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) Registrar Kailash Chandra Biswal by masked miscrean

More Than 20 States Sue Trump Over Tariffs Imposed After Supreme Court Ruling

Trump has said the tariffs are essential to reduce America's longstanding trade deficits. He imposed duties under Section 122 of the Trade Act of

Illegal coal: Judicial panel to probe demand-supply nexus

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 5: The Judicial Commission of Inquiry, set up to investigate illegal coal mining in Meghalaya following the devas

Pala hits out at VPPs rush to name bypoll candidate

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 5: The Meghalaya Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) has expressed surprise over the urgency shown by the Voice of

Paul not keen to contest Shillong Lok Sabha bypoll

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 5: United Democratic Party (UDP) legislator and former Cabinet minister, Paul Lyngdoh on Thursday said he is not

GHADC polls: Mukul demands clarity on ST certificate rule

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 5: Leader of Opposition Mukul M. Sangma has asked the state government to provide clear guidelines on whether onl

Local MLA launches LP school in Ranikor

From Our Correspondent MAWKYRWAT, March 5: Ranikor MLA Pius Marwein on Thursday inaugurated a newly constructed building of Pyndengsohsham Govern

NEIGRIHMS hosts annual day, graduation ceremony for MBBS and nursing students

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 5: NEIGRIHMS held its 16th Annual Day and Graduation Ceremony for MBBS and nursing students on Thursday. NEIGRIHM

DC prohibits erection of gate on PWD road in EKH village

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 5: The District Magistrate of East Khasi Hills on Thursday prohibited the erection of a gate along the Public Wor

Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for Thursday March 6, 2026

Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 37 C and 20C respectively.

T20 World Cup: No Social Media, No Phone What Led to Sanju Samsons Resurgence

T20 World Cup 2026: Sanju Samson shut down the noise to ensure his bat does all the talking.

Aided college faculty writes an open letter to CM demanding CAS benefits; college teachers protest at Directorate of Collegiate Education

Future Citys Master Plan: Telangana Sets 9-month Deadline

Sources revealed that 12 companies have submitted applications in response to the tender notification.

Protecting womens rights amid conflict and instability

Global instability makes this years International Womens Day theme urgent

108 ambulance service now accessible via WhatsApp Chatbot in T.N.

INTERNATIONAL WOMENS DAY 2026

Trump fires Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem after mounting criticism over her leadership

Oklahoma Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin says he has no idea how quickly his nomination to replace Kristi Noem at the Department of Homeland Sec

Rajya Sabha polls: Political tie-ups against NDA face acid test in Bihar, Odisha

Rajya Sabha nominations have set the stage for political contests in Bihar and Odisha, with new alignments tested. While Maharashtra's NCP factio

Rule Violations Massive in Building Construction Sector, Officials Failed to Act

The structure was erected on around 310 square yards of land. It had permission from the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation for the construc

Trump fires DHS Secy Kristi Noem amid ICE row & Lewandowski scandal; taps Sen Mullin as replacement

West Asia War: $300m Worth Seafood Stuck in Indian Ports

Suez Canal blockade will stop exports to Europe, says SEAI chief

Capitol Rioter Pardoned By Trump Jailed For Life Over Child Sex Abuse

A Florida handyman who was sentenced on Thursday to life in prison for molesting two children had been convicted of storming the Capitol on Jan.

West Asia on fire: On the Israeli-American war against Iran

India should oppose the U.S.s attempt to widen the war to the Indian Ocean

Pawar play: why no one wants to hurt NCP (SP) chief

No Need to Panic for Petrol and LPG Supplies, Say Dealers

LPG and petroleum supplies remained uninterrupted and prices remained unchanged in Hyderabad.

One for all: On seat-sharing for the Tamil Nadu Assembly election

The DMK has managed to keep a major alliance partner happy

Major reshuffle in Raj Bhavans: Ex-envoy Sandhu named Delhi LG, Tamil Nadu Governor Ravi moved to Bengal

A significant gubernatorial reshuffle has seen R N Ravi appointed as West Bengal's new governor, replacing C V Ananda Bose. This move, occurring

Asad Questions MHA Move On Iran Preachers

Responding to a news report on X that MHA has asked the states and Union territories to monitor inflammatory speeches and deploy rapid-response t

MCC Case: HC Reserves Orders on Uttam's Plea

Justice K. Sujana reserved orders after hearing arguments from the public prosecutor and counsel representing the petitioner.

India sees record surge in new company and LLP registrations amid strong investor confidence

India sees a record surge in new company and LLP registrations this fiscal year. Investor confidence in India's economic growth remains strong de

Cracker Blasts Death Toll Rises To 28, With 2 Deaths On Thursday

Bindu Madhav said investigations have revealed that the fireworks unit owner Adabala Arjun had taken licence-LE1 and renewed it in 2024. Another

Kavinder Gupta resigns as Ladakh LG, appointed Himachal Pradesh governor

In a significant reshuffle of gubernatorial posts, Kavinder Gupta resigned as the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh and was immediately appointed Gov

Quote of the day by Cleopatra says: Give me my robe, put on my crown; I have Immortal longings in me.

Todays Quote of the Day comes from Cleopatra in Shakespeares play Antony and Cleopatra. The line is spoken shortly before her death. It shows her

CM, Dy CM To Attend Mahakumbhabhishekam At Durga Temple On March 8

The event will culminate on March 8 at 9.24 am with Abhishekam to the temples golden gopuram using sacred waters collected from 12 holy rivers. C

Vundavalli Writes to AP CM, Seeking Redressal of Discrepancies in Polavaram Project

Arun Kumar underlined that the Polavaram project will be a cornerstone for Andhra Pradesh.

UttamNagar tense as man killed in clash amid Holi festivities

DMK Eyeing Cong Stronghold Ooty Constituency?

Ooty and Congress are synonymous as the grand old party is deeply anchored in this hill constituency for the past five decades, of course, in all

W.B. Congress asks EC to settle voter roll cases before poll schedule

4 fatal road crashes onHoli, lowest since 2019: traffic police

Courts must deal with disobedient litigants with an iron hand: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has strongly condemned government authorities and litigants for routinely defying court orders and resorting to delayed appeals

Delhi CM lays foundation stone for foot overbridge near LadakhBudhVihar

Israel Announces Next Phase In Iran War, Promises More Surprises

We are now moving to the next phase of the operation. In this phase, we will further dismantle the regime and its military capabilities.

Centre may extend sector & sponsored schemes beyond April 1 amid ongoing review

Several government schemes might continue in their present form beyond April 1. Ministries are still reviewing and rationalising these programs.

AP: BSNL Expands Rural Connectivity With 6,132 Sites in State

The AP Circle reported 1,086 crore in revenue in 202425 and has set a 1,300 crore target for 202526.

HaryanaRajya Sabharace peaks asBJPsState vice-president enters fray as Independent

Graduate says top IT firm pulled job offer after 4 months, just days before his first daygets blamed for the debacle

A graduate's anticipated tech job offer collapsed just days before his start date. The company cited potential future visa sponsorship needs, des

Stranded West Asia cargo sees anchor in local market

Indian exporters are bringing back nearly half of their stranded containers from ports. This move aims to avoid hefty demurrage and detention cha

9 held for assaulting Telangana man over social media post on Khamenei

Hyderabad:A man was beaten by a mob of around 20-25 people in Telanganas Mahabubnagar district after he shared a social media post about the deat

India edge England in run fest: Samsons 89 trumps Bethells 105 in high-scoring thriller

India secured a spot in the 2026 T20 World Cup final by defeating England by 7 runs in a high-scoring thriller. Sanju Samson's explosive 89 and J

West Asia conflict disrupts Indias gems and jewellery trade; diamond shipments halted

India's vital gems and jewellery trade faces significant disruption. The ongoing conflict in West Asia has halted exports and imports of rough di

PM to unveil two DMRC corridors, to lay foundation for three more on March 8