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Delayed Mussavi Reconstruction

The continued delay in reconstruction of missing and dilapidated Mussavis across several districts of Jammu and Kashmir reflects a troubling gap

Imbibe teachings of Guru Ravidas for harmonious society: Sadhotra

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 7: National Conference (NC) Additional General Secretary Ajay Kumar Sadhotra today called for imbibing the tea

Yasha Mudgal reviews functioning of Registrar Cooperative Societies

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 7: Commissioner Secretary, Cooperative Department, Yasha Mudgal, today chaired a review meeting at the Civil S

When Indias Daughters Wear the Uniform

Maj Gen Sanjeev Dogra (Retd) sanjeev662006@gmail.com At 18,000 feet, patriotism is not a speech; it is a breath you fight for. The wind cuts thro

Saplings Intl School holds programme

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 7: Saplings International School celebrated its Annual Day with great enthusiasm and grandeur, presenting a co

Taliban wages war on women, but their voices roar. Here are 5 essential books by Afghan women

SYDNEY, Mar 7: There is something profoundly defiant, almost incendiary, about Afghan women writers. When the Taliban regained control of Kabul i

Indias rise is unstoppable and it alone will determine trajectory of its growth: Jaishankar

NEW DELHI, Mar 7 : Indias rise is unstoppable and the trajectory of its growth will be determined by the country alone on the basis of its streng

Irans president defies US demands but apologises for strikes on neighbours

DUBAI, Mar 7: Irans president said on Saturday that a demand by the United States for an unconditional surrender is a dream that they should to t

CEC rides on water metro, calls it a model for India

KOCHI, Mar 7 : CEC Gyanesh Kumar on Saturday rode on the water metro here and praised it as a model mode of transport for India. Chief Election C

TMC government has crossed all limits, says PM Modi over President Murmu's venue, protocol plaint

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the West Bengal government for disrespecting constitutional office and tribal communities after President

Doctors warn against frequent use of morning-after pills

Women relying on morning-after pills face health risks, doctors warn. Frequent use disrupts hormonal balance and menstrual cycles, with potential

LPG price hike: Domestic cooking gas cost up by Rs 60 a cylinder

Domestic LPG cylinders will now cost Rs 60 more, reaching Rs 913 in Delhi, while commercial prices saw a Rs 114.5 increase. This hike, attributed

The Himalayas and the Mighty Five S

Rajan Kotru rajan@rest4all.com Evoking mystique, the multi-faceted significance of the Himalayas can hardly be overstated as it defines the geolo

EAM Jaishankar: Let Iranian ship dock on humanitarian grounds

India's ascent is unstoppable, driven by its own strength, not others' missteps, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar asserted. He confirmed In

Trump threatens Iran, says he will hit harder

Tehran escalates attacks on neighbours after apology Washington, March 7: US President Donald Trump warned in a Truth Social post that more Irani

LPG prices up by Rs 60 in state

Shillong residents to now pay Rs 1,005 per cylinder By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 7: Along with the rest of the country, the price of domestic

Ready to go to Rajya Sabha if party decides: James Sangma

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 7: Senior National Peoples Party (NPP) leader and former minister James P.K. Sangma on Saturday said he is ready

HYC slams MDA for promotion of NPP

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 7: The Hynniewtrep Youth Council (HYC) has strongly criticised the Meghalaya Democratic Alliance (MDA) Government

Congress sees notice against Om Birla as 'strong message'

Congress believes the removal notice against Speaker Om Birla sends a strong message about the undermining of the opposition under BJP rule. The

Group moves Assam CM for safety of Garo traders

From Our Correspondent TURA, March 7: The Achik State Peoples Front (ASPF) has written to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressing con

Anger mounts in GH over GHADCs pending issues

From Our Correspondent TURA, March 7: Public resentment is growing across Garo Hills over the state governments delay in addressing long-pending

Punjab: Police officer beaten to death in village near Amritsar

An Assistant Sub-Inspector, Jagjit Singh, was tragically beaten to death in his native village near Amritsar following a personal dispute. The al

Web Series Director Held For Exploiting Woman

Police said the 23yearold woman from Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, had come to Hyderabad seeking film roles and was living in Yousufguda while attend

Two Bangladeshi nationals arrested for obtaining Indian passport using forged documents

Focus on sustainable agri in Himalayan region

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 7: A day-long second Stakeholder Consultation Meeting on the Himalayan Agro-ecology Initiative was held at the St

Man arrested for stealing box of chocolates

Find Your Civic Body On WhatsApp

Citizens need to send photographs along with the location details while reporting sanitation complaints.

Four killed in different road accidents

Government may scrap NOC for inter-state vehicle transfers

Inter-state vehicle transfers are set to become significantly easier as the government plans to eliminate the need for No Objection Certificates

Over 52,000 Indians Return from Gulf Amid Tensions; MEA Sets Up Control Room

MEA urges passengers to contact nearest embassies as 32,000 fly back on Indian carriers.

VMC Issues Seizure Notices To Tax Defaulters

Municipal Commissioner H.M. Dhyanachandra said the corporation has launched a focused campaign across three municipal circles to recover arrears

City event celebrates women entrepreneurs and creatives

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 7: To mark International Womens Day, an event titled Made of Her was held at BiSCI.io Your Alt Space premises in

Over 67 Pc Women Believe Pay Parity Exists At Workplaces; Real Estate Tops The Chart: Survey

The report, released on the eve of International Women's Day, also highlighted a growing demand for equal pay audits and menstrual leave, with th

Israeli PM Netanyahu vows to carry on war, 'eradicate Iranian regime'

Israel and the United States, meanwhile, pounded Iran again, with one air strike setting a Tehran airport ablaze and another hitting an oil depot

NIT Warangal To Lead Krishna River Rejuvenation Plan

TGPCB assures full support

2 Held For House Break-In, Haul Seized

The incident occurred around 2 am on February 28 near the Muthukuru Bus Stand area in Nellore.

Gulf conflict: Indians in Bahrain, Qatar eye Saudi visas to fly out

Indians in Qatar and Bahrain are seeking Saudi transit visas as a backup plan due to flight cancellations. With airports in Doha and Bahrain larg

Escalating Gulf War Leading To High Anxiety In Srikakulam District

With reports of Iranian missile attacks on several Gulf cities, families of these workers in Srikakulam district are anxious. Mobile phones are t

TSMDC Prevents Illegal Sand Transportation At Inter-State Border

The checkpost is expected to help prevent illegal sand transport and improve revenue generation for the state government.

Japan thrash India 11-0 at Women's Asian Cup, Taiwan hold off Vietnam

IAF Agniveer Vayu Rally To Kick Off On March 9

The recruitment will be held in phases. Female candidates from both states will attend on March 9 and 10.

Braveheart Lakshya downs Lai in epic battle to enter All England Open final

It turned out to be one of the finest matches of his career as Lakshya fought for one hour and 37 minutes before sealing a 21-16, 18-21, 21-15 wi

Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) chief coordinator Seeman has announced the names of candidates from his party for 28 out of the total 30 Assembly constituencies in the Union Territory. Except for the constituencies of Yanam and Mahe, the party has decided to field candidates in all the constituencies in UT. Of the total candidates announced, 14 of them are women. NTK is the first political party to announce candidates for the 2026 Assembly polls in UT.

West Asia conflict: Over 52,000 Indians returned between March 1-7 after partial opening of airspace

The MEA said Indian missions in the region have issued detailed advisories and set up 24x7 helplines to assist Indians; more flights planned in c

B9 Beverages staff plans legal action as unpaid dues leave a bitter aftertaste

Suspensions at AUD set a dangerous precedent: SFI

5 Children Go Missing In Two Cases In Kamareddy

Police have formed three teams and are examining CCTV footage to trace the children.

Uneasy calm in Uttam Nagar after clash amid Holi revelry

Two more arrests made in connection with death of a 26-year-old;instructions issued for immediate arrest of all culprits: CM; police ramp up secu

LuLu outlets to open at Shenoy Nagar, Chennai Central Metro stations soon

While a LuLu Hypermarket will open at Shenoy Nagar, a LuLu Daily will be unveiled at Chennai Central; a food court will also be set up at Shenoy

Quote of the day by Miuccia Prada: 'What you wear is how you present yourself to the world, especially today when...' lessons on fashion, self-expression and what your clothes reveal by Prada head designer and Miu Miu founder

Quote of the day by Miuccia Prada: Miuccia Prada, a pivotal figure in luxury fashion, views clothing as an instant language, enabling immediate s

Drivers operating LPG-run autorickshaws fear disruption in supplies; appeal against price hike

Children with disabilities turn spotlight towards inclusive world through theatre at Vidya Sagar

Empowerement of women is societys responsibility: Delhi CM

Chennai hospital launches programme to curb metabolic diseases

Protests at AI summit: court orders release of IYC worker

Woman stabs husband after facing repeated harassment

Pink Tax: Why Women Pay More

Studies in several markets have pointed to such pricing differences. One analysis of gender-specific products titled From Cradle to Cane: The Cos

Legal Aid Clinic Set Up at Kakinada Collectorate

She, along with the joint collector Apoorva Bharat, inaugurated Legal Aid Clinic at the collectorate here on Saturday.

21 children among 78 bonded labourers rescued from brick kiln in Tiruvallur district

Black Ops 7 & Warzone Season 2 Reloaded start date, time, new weapons, events and content: Multiplayer maps, modes and scorestreak

Black Ops 7 & Warzone Season 2 Reloaded start date, time, new weapons, events and content bring new maps, Paradox Junction Zombies map, Black Ops

Incoming Governor is BJPs parrot, says Mamata

Eye care scheme launched for women autorickshaw drivers

Complete Unified Family Survey by March 10: Collector

Shan Mohan also directed officials to organise programmes across all constituencies on March 8 to mark International Women's Day, with participat

Mideast War Test for Indias Strategy, Economic Strength

India, which imports over 85 per cent of its crude oil, with nearly half historically sourced from West Asia, is profoundly vulnerable.

Minister lays foundation for two check dams across Palar, Ponnai near Katpadi

Free Eye Camp Screens Nearly 1,000 in Nellore

Nearly 1,000 people underwent eye examinations at the camp, while 125 patients were referred for cataract surgeries

Three northern districts of Tamil Nadu likely to face heatwave-like conditions today

Jobless for 16 months, 38-year-old says career struggle cost him his health and marriage - story sparks debate on workplace ageism

A Reddit post about a 38-year-old tech worker struggling to find a job after a layoff has started a big online discussion. The story highlights t

Identify new dump yards, use EVs in Hyderabad Core Urban Region: CM

Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Saturday, March 7, instructed officials to use electric vehicles (EV) in the upcoming Core U

3-Day Census Training for Officials Starts in Vizag

He said the training will also deal with formation of blocks and identification of village borders on the map.

Dandi Yatra 2.0 to Promote Drug-Free AP

The programme will be held on March 12, marking the anniversary of Gandhis 1930 Salt Satyagraha, and Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu is likel

YSRC Accuses Govt of Avoiding Meaningful Budget Discussion

He claimed the government had cut pensions and offered little in terms of new welfare schemes, leaving citizens disillusioned.

Forest Staff Trained in Survey Techniques, Fire Prevention

The programme was conducted under the supervision of Kadapa district forest officer Vineet Kumar at the Kadapa Zilla Parishad meeting hall on Sat

Cannot be dismissed as logistical issues: Odisha CM expresses anguish over shifting of tribal meet venue in Bengal

CM Mohan Majhis reaction came close on the heels of rare public displeasure expressed by President Droupadi Murmu over shifting of venue for the

Indian students stuck in Iran fear for safety; families plead for evacuation

Places in Iran to which they are being relocated are no longer safe, bringing them back to Indiais the only solution, says AIMSA; evacuation via

GEN Z women entrepreneurs in Jammu

Divy Drishti Khajuria divydk27@gmail.com In recent years, Generation Z has emerged as a dynamic force in the countrys entrepreneurial landscape.

District Volleyball Bodies Seek SAAPs Intervention in APVA Dispute

Several players and their parents attended the press meet and voiced concern over the situation.

Southern Railway conducts trial run of AC suburban train on Chennai-Arakkonam section

SC/ST Court Issues Non-Bailable Warrant Against Anantha Babus Wife

Lakshmi Durga is the wife of Ananta Udaya Bhaskar, an MLC of the YSRC. Bhaskar has been accused of killing his former driver Subrahmanyam and lat

PM Modi Calls Om Birla An Excellent Speaker Ahead Of No-Confidence Motion

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday described Om Birla as an outstanding Member of Parliament and excellent Speaker of the Lok Sabha, praisi

Death Toll Due to Milk Adulteration Rises to 10

There are still 10 more patients undergoing dialysis at various private hospitals in Rajamahendravaram.

Trump's Warning Keeps Iran On Edge As Dubai, Doha Report Explosions Again

US President Donald Trump had threatened Iran on Saturday with expanding strikes to include new targets and said that America would hit Iran very

345 cadets commissioned after passing out from Officers Training Academy in Chennai

TNExpat platform launched to provide expats a peek into life, culture in T.N.

Tamil Nadu Industries Minister T.R.B. Rajaa inaugurates the platform; the website is currently available in five languages, making it accessible

CS Intervenes in Land Encroachment Row Involving YSRC Ex-MLA Ketireddy

The MROs have been asked to submit their explanations within 10 days.

T20 World Cup 2026: ICC reveals Player of the Tournament nominees

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has named its shortlist for the Player of the Tournament award at the T20 World Cup 2026, and its a list

Campaign against sexual violence launched

Badminton At Its Toughest, And Lakshya At His Bravest: Vimal Kumar

Lakshya Sen's gruelling semifinal win over Canada's Victor Lai in the All England Open Championships on Saturday was a demonstration of badminton

VIMS Director Highlights Womens Service to Humanity on Womens Day

Health means women, and women mean health, he said, emphasising the connection between womens welfare and societal progress.

Investing in silver or gold? Legal ways investors try to reduce taxes on precious metals

IRS tax rules for silver and gold: Silver's price surge, driven by green economy demand and tariff concerns, has seen significant investor gains.