Omar for reflection, course correction on NEP
Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today underscored the need for comprehensive, inclusive and locally adaptable implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, calling it a visionary document whose success depends entirely on its understanding and execution at the grassroots level. The Chief Minister was speaking at a One-Day Conference on NEP-2020 held at Sher-i-Kashmir []
Hope Dhankhars successor will do justice to VPs chair
Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday wished Jagdeep Dhankhar, who resigned as Vice President on Monday, good health and expressed hope that his successor would do justice to the office. First of all, I hope for his better health and pray to God to keep the former vice president well and give him a []
LG launches web portal for terror victim families
Srinagar: In a significant move to provide institutionalized support to victims of terrorism, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today launched a dedicated portal for the terror victim families in Jammu Kashmir. The initiative will streamline and expedite the process of providing relief, compassionate appointments, and other forms of assistance to those who have suffered from terrorism []
Security, facilities provided to yatris regularly improving: Sinha
Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday said the security arrangements and facilities provided to the Amarnath pilgrims have been constantly improved over the past three to four years. Sinha during a visit to Nunwan Base Camp in the Pahalgam area, told PTI Videos that the feedback received from the pilgrims showed that over 96 []
Budha Amarnath Yatra: DGP reviews security
Jammu: J&K Director General of Police Nalin Prabhat on Monday paid obeisance at Budha Amarnath in Poonch district and reviewed security arrangements ahead of the yatra beginning from July 28, officials said. The 13-day-long Budha Amarnath pilgrimage to Shiva temple in the Mandi belt of the district will conclude on August 9. Accompanied by senior []
Conduct independent verification of rural waste management infrastructure: CS
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, July 22: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today reviewed the progress of the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen)-II (SBM-G Phase-II), to highlighting significant achievements in rural sanitation and outlining ambitious plans for the future. The review meeting besides Commissioner Secretary, RDD was attended by MD, Rural Sanitation; COO, Himayat and others to take appraisal of the Open Defecation Free (ODF) status and enhancing Solid and Liquid Waste Management (SLWM) in rural areas. During the review meeting, the Chief Secretary [] The post Conduct independent verification of rural waste management infrastructure: CS appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
All-new TATA Harrier.ev launched at AM TATA Jammu
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, July 22: The all-new TATA Harrier.ev, the SUV of SUVs ushering in a new era of performance, intelligence and luxury in electric mobility was launched at AM TATA in a function held here today. The ceremony was graced by chief guest Jasmeet Singh, RTO Jammu, guest of honour Nisar Khan, ARTO Jammu along with Parminder Singh, patron AM Group. Speaking at the event, Jatinder Gupta, chairman of AM Group said, The Harrier.ev is not just a car, [] The post All-new TATA Harrier.ev launched at AM TATA Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NEW DELHI, Jul 22: As questions swirl around Jagdeep Dhankhars sudden resignation as Vice President, the Congress on Tuesday claimed it was forced and the reasons are far deeper than the health issues cited by him even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he had got many opportunities to serve the country in various capacities. The gazette notification of Dhankhars resignation tendered by him in a letter to President Droupadi Murmu on Monday on the opening day of the Monsoon [] The post Forced resignation, says Congress on Dhankhars sudden exit as VP; got many opportunities to serve country: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Aneesha wins silver in National Level Competition
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, July 22: Aneesha Sharma, a talented young shooter from Mission Olympics Shooting Academy Jammu (MOSAJ), delivered a stellar performance at the Sports for All National Reward Program 2025, held at the Karni Singh Shooting Range, New Delhi. Competing with some of the finest shooting talents from across the country, Aneesha scored an outstanding 631 in the qualification round, securing her place among the Top 8 finalists. In the high-pressure final, she demonstrated remarkable focus, composure [] The post Aneesha wins silver in National Level Competition appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Custodial torture: Mehbooba for systemic reform of joint interrogation centres
Srinagar: PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday called for a systemic reform of all joint interrogation centres (JICs) in Jammu and Kashmir following reports that a man was subjected to genital mutilation while in custody. The Supreme Court on Monday directed the CBI to register an FIR over the brutal and inhuman custodial torture of []
ICAI hosts seminar on Professional opportunities in UAE, IPO Pathway in India
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, July 22: A seminar on Professional opportunities in UAE and IPO Pathway in India hosted by the J&K Branch of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), under the aegis of the Committee for Members in Industry and Business (CMI&B), was held here today. The seminar focused on equipping members with insights into emerging international career prospects and the evolving fundraising and IPO ecosystem in India. It drew a large number of members keen to explore [] The post ICAI hosts seminar on Professional opportunities in UAE, IPO Pathway in India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vivanta Jammu among top three Vivanta Hotels in India
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, July 22: Vivanta Jammu, a prestigious property under the Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), has achieved national acclaim by being named one of the top three Vivanta hotels in India. The recognition came at the IHCL Annual Business Conference 2025, held in Goa, during a dazzling awards ceremony that celebrated excellence across IHCLs vast hospitality network. Themed Aspiration to Acceleration, this marquee leadership event brought together IHCLs top executives, hotel owners and general managers from across the [] The post Vivanta Jammu among top three Vivanta Hotels in India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cong holds protest at Jantar Mantar, demands full statehood
New Delhi: Congress Jammu and Kashmir unit on Tuesday staged a protest at Jantar Mantar here, demanding restoration of full statehood to the Union Territory. Congress general secretary (organisation), K C Venugopal, AICC in-charge of J&K Naseer Hussain and J&K Congress chief Tariq Hameed Karra, among others, took part in the protest. Jammu and Kashmir []
Incessant rains lash parts of Jammu region
Jammu: Three private cars were damaged after a 10-foot boundary wall of an army camp collapsed in Rajouri district amid incessant rains which lashed parts of Jammu region for the second day on Tuesday, triggering landslides at several places and increasing water level in rivers and streams, officials said. Though there was no immediate threat []
The passing of Fauja Singh, the worlds oldest marathoner at the age of 114, marks the end of an era-but not the end of his legacy. Affectionately known as the Turbaned Tornado, Fauja Singh was not merely a man of remarkable endurance but a symbol of unwavering spirit and boundless inspiration. His life was a testament to how age is merely a number when met with willpower, discipline, and purpose. Born in an era when human life expectancy was far [] The post The Legend of Fauja Singh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG launches dedicated web portal for terror victim families in J&K
Will expedite process of relief, jobs, assistance Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, July 22: In a significant move to provide institutionalized support to victims of terrorism, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today launched a dedicated portal for the terror victim families in Jammu Kashmir. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The initiative will streamline and expedite the process of providing relief, compassionate appointments, and other forms of assistance to those who have suffered from terrorism in the UT, Sinha said. The web [] The post LG launches dedicated web portal for terror victim families in J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cong didnt seek our support on Statehood campaign: Omar
Suhail Bhat Srinagar, July 22: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said that the Congress never reached out to the National Conference (NC) for support in its campaign to restore Jammu and Kashmirs Statehood, despite NC being the first to raise the issue. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Speaking to reporters in Safapora area of Bandipora district after visiting the family of a woman who was allegedly raped and murdered last week, Omar said, Let the Congress talk to [] The post Cong didnt seek our support on Statehood campaign: Omar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cong protests for Statehood in Delhi, police foils Parl march
Karra led team meets Kharge, Rahul * BJP did grave injustice to J&K people: Venugopal Gopal Sharma JAMMU, July 22: Intensifying demand for the restoration of Statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, the J&K unit of Congress Party, braving downpour today held strong protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi while its leaders and workers march towards Parliament was foiled by a strong contingent of police. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp More than 500 Congress leaders and other functionaries from [] The post Cong protests for Statehood in Delhi, police foils Parl march appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CJI, 6 SC Judges, 5 CJs of HCs among 25 top Judges to attend
N-Z conference in Srinagar on July 26, 27 *Law Minister to also join Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, July 22: Twenty five top Judges of the country including Chief Justice of India Justice BR Gavai, six Judges of Supreme Court and five Chief Justices of various High Courts will be attending two-day North Zone Regional Conference in Srinagar on July 26 and 27. The Conference is being organized by National Legal Services Authority in collaboration with the High Court of Jammu & [] The post CJI, 6 SC Judges, 5 CJs of HCs among 25 top Judges to attend appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Woman creates scene in DyCMs office
Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, July 22: A woman from New Delhi had some altercation with Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary in his chamber at Civil Secretariat in Srinagar this afternoon. The woman who is a cannabis activist had some argument with the Deputy Chief Minister in presence of a few MLAs including one reportedly from the BJP in his office chamber this afternoon. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp As per the witnesses, the woman started recording it on the [] The post Woman creates scene in DyCMs office appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Scores of houses, wall collapse; several vehicles damaged
Rain, landslides cause havoc, alert in 12 distts *Schools closed in Poonch, Udhampur Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, July 22: Scores of houses and cattle-sheds collapsed due to heavy rain and landslides in the region since last night while two cars and several bikes suffered damage as an Army wall collapsed in Rajouri town today. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The MeT office has issued flood/ landslide alert in 12 districts of the Jammu and Kashmir and heavy rain in [] The post Scores of houses, wall collapse; several vehicles damaged appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NEW DELHI, July 22: The ruling NDA has a comfortable edge in the election to the post of the next Vice President, necessitated by the surprise resignation of Jagdeep Dhankhar on Monday. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The Vice President is elected by the members of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, where nominated members of the Upper House are also eligible to cast their vote. The 543-member Lok Sabha has one vacant seat Basirhat in West Bengal [] The post NDA has edge in V-P election appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
New Education Policy and Dogri Language
Prof K S Chandrasekar India has about 1200 universities, around 50000 colleges which are now offering about 26 percent of GER. About 300 million students are studying in colleges and about 40 million in universities. Since 1948, we had multiple committees on education and last of it was in 2017-19 under Dr Kasturi Rangan. This paved way for the New Education Policy in 2020. The New Education Policy- 2020 aims to facilitate an inclusive, participatory and holistic approach, which takes [] The post New Education Policy and Dogri Language appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Reshaping the role of journalists in the age of disruptive GenAI
By Aditya Negi Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) is a tout word nowadays, as it is considered as future technology. GenAI is revolutionizing every sector of society.With its capacity to generate human-like text, images, audio, and video at scale, GenAI has brought both unprecedented opportunities and complex challenges for the society. Trending tools of GenAI like ChatGPT and Google Gemini can now perform tasks that were once done by humans only like drafting articles, summarizing data, and producing multimedia content.Given the [] The post Reshaping the role of journalists in the age of disruptive GenAI appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Celebrating National Broadcasting Day in the Age of AI
By Aditya Negi Every year, July 23 marks National Broadcasting Day in Indiaa day that commemorates the historic moment in 1927 when radio broadcasting began under the Indian Broadcasting Company in Bombay. It later evolved into All India Radio (AIR) in 1936, becoming a unifying voice for the nation. From the crackling sounds of the first radio transmissions to the vibrant FM era and now the digital age, broadcasting has shaped our society. But in 2025, as we celebrate this [] The post Celebrating National Broadcasting Day in the Age of AI appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Streamlined justice for terror victims in J&K:LGSinha
LG personally monitoring &overseeing redressal of all cases across the UT HomeDept , NIC collaborate on new relief portal for terror victims in J&K
LG visits Nunwan&Chandanwari Base Camps
Interacts with pilgrims, service providers, &officials; reviews facilities for devotees
Prezaccepts resignation of VP Dhankhar
Dhankhar got many opportunities to serve country in various capacities: PM
J&K education sector poised for transformation under NEP: Omar Abdullah
Calls for bridging urban-rural divide in J&Ks education sector
Heavy rains trigger flash floods, landslides in J&K
Schools closed in three districts of Jammu Katra records 102.1 mm rainfall, highest in J&K in 24 hours Gulmarg coldest at 20.0C, Pahalgam records 5.2 mm
Kashmir Craft dealer blacklisted for selling fake handmade carpet
Have adopted a zero-tolerance policy against such malpractices: Director
High-level WB team tours J&K tourist spots
VisitsSanasar; to tour Reasifor tourist development today
Prevention is the key: Docs raise alarm on rising cervical cancer in Kashmir
Cervical cancer is emerging as a serious public health concern in Kashmir, with cases steadily increasing in recent years. Once considered rare in the valley, it is now increasingly linked to high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV) infections, particularly types 16 and 18. Rising Kashmirs Principal Health Correspondent, Mansoor Peer, spoke with Dr.Rukhsana Sami, Associate Professor, Department []
PDPs Zuhaib Mir visits fire-affected families in Kursu Rajbagh
Srinagar, Jul 22: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader Zuhaib Yousf Mir visited the fire-affected families of Kursu Rajbagh, Srinagar, to express solidarity and assess the damages caused by the devastating fire incident.He was accompanied by former State Secretary Abdul Hameed Kosheen and senior party leader Ghulam Qadir Shawl.During the visit, Mir interacted with the affected []
Khyber Cement Super League 2025 : Aqua Avengers Kashmir FC Cruise to 3-0 Win Over Athwas India XI
Adnan, Hayat star as Khyber Cement champions youth engagement through football
JKCA U-14 Cricket Tournament : Hazims Hat-Trick, Team Dominance Mark Srinagar Fixtures
JKCA Leopards, Green Valley, DPS Srinagar script emphatic wins as rain disrupts Jammu matches
DC Bandipora Inaugurates District Wushu Championship 2025
Event promotes fitness, drug-free lifestyle under Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan
Young Swimmers Make a Splash at Soura Schools Nigeen Competition
U-17 & U-19 participants showcase aquatic talent in well-organised event
Post-2014 flood : Tourism projects worthRs519 cr completed in J&K
Srinagar, Jul 22: In a major drive to promote tourism in Jammu and Kashmir, the Central Government declared completion of six key tourism infrastructure projects under the Swadesh Darshan Scheme.The projects, together with an approved outlay of519.58 crore, are spread across several locations in the Union Territory and are a significant milestone in post-2014 floods []
CM extends sympathies to OSD Wani on bereavement, visits family
Ganderbal, July 22: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today condoled the demise of the mother of Reyaz Ahmad Wani, Officer on Special Duty (OSD) with the Chief Minister.In a statement issued here, Chief Minister visited the bereaved family at their residence to offer his condolences. Accompanying him were Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary, Additional Chief []
Dealer blacklisted in Tangmarg for selling machine-made carpet as handmade
Have adopted a zero-tolerance policy against such malpractices: Dir H&H
Meeting likely between LAHDC Leh delegation and HM
Focus on elections, women reservation, new districts
LS adjourned for second day amid continued ruckus by Opposition
New Delhi, July 22: The Lok Sabha was adjourned for the second consecutive day today without any proceedings, following persistent disruptions by Opposition parties. As soon as the House re-assembled at 2 pm, Opposition members trooped into the well of the House, holding placards and shouting slogans. Presiding officer Dilip Saikia urged the agitating members [] The post LS adjourned for second day amid continued ruckus by Opposition appeared first on Northlines .
Incessant rains trigger chaos across Jammu Region
Jammu-Poonch NH, interior roads blocked due to landslides Army Camp boundary wall collapses, flash flood alerts issued Katra received highest rainfall at 102.1 mm in last 24 hours SAHIL VERMA Jammu, July 22: Relentless monsoon rains have wreaked havoc across parts of the Jammu region for the second consecutive day, triggering landslides, causing structural damage, [] The post Incessant rains trigger chaos across Jammu Region appeared first on Northlines .
ED files prosecution in Rs 5.59 Cr Canara Bank fraud case
Srinagar, July 22: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a prosecution complaint under the provisions of the Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, in the designated court in J&Ks Srinagar, and the court has taken cognisance of the prosecution complaint. An ED press release said: ED Srinagar Zonal Office has filed a Prosecution Complaint (PC) under [] The post ED files prosecution in Rs 5.59 Cr Canara Bank fraud case appeared first on Northlines .
Pahalgam Massacre: Attackers untraced, security concerns mount, accountability demanded
Srinagar, Jul 22: Three months after the brutal terror attack in Pahalgam killing many tourists on identification of their religion, the perpetrators are still at large, raising concerns over security lapses in the region and sparking growing calls for fixing accountability. While the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has made two arrests in connection with the [] The post Pahalgam Massacre: Attackers untraced, security concerns mount, accountability demanded appeared first on Northlines .
Institutionalized support will expedite relief to terror victims: LG
Launches dedicated web portal for terror victim families Srinagar, Jul 22: Stating that institutionalizing support to terror victim families will streamline and expedite the process of providing relief, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday launched a dedicated portal for the NOKs of victims in Jammu Kashmir. Talking to reporters after dedicating the portal, LG Sinha [] The post Institutionalized support will expedite relief to terror victims: LG appeared first on Northlines .
Amarnath Yatra crosses 3.31 lakh mark; 4 injured
Srinagar, Jul 22: The annual Amarnath Yatra continued on Tuesday with around 11,000 pilgrims paying obeisance at the holy cave shrine nestled in the Himalayas of South Kashmir. With this, the cumulative figure of devotees, who have undertaken the pilgrimage since its commencement on July 3, has reached 3.31 lakh, officials said. Officials told that [] The post Amarnath Yatra crosses 3.31 lakh mark; 4 injured appeared first on Northlines .
COVID-19 Vaccines not linked to sudden young adult deaths: Govt
Cites study across 47 hospitals; focus on NCDs, healthy lifestyles New Delhi, Jul 22: The Indian Council of Medical Research National Institute of Epidemiology (ICMR-NIE) has released a study concluding that COVID-19 vaccination is not associated with unexplained sudden deaths among young adults in India, the government informed Parliament on Tuesday. Replying to a [] The post COVID-19 Vaccines not linked to sudden young adult deaths: Govt appeared first on Northlines .
Indias doctor-population ratio improves to 1:811
New Delhi, Jul 22: The Union Government announced on Tuesday that India has made significant progress in improving its doctor-population ratio, now estimated at 1 doctor per 811 people. This figure reflects an 80% availability of both allopathic and AYUSH medical practitioners, marking a positive development in the countrys healthcare landscape. Responding to a question [] The post Indias doctor-population ratio improves to 1:811 appeared first on Northlines .
Rains damage 1,239 Ha crops in J&K; Rs 2.7 Cr relief paid
New Delhi, Jul 22: Jammu and Kashmir suffered significant crop damage due to unseasonal rains and extreme weather conditions during the 2025 Monsoon season with 1,239 hectares of Agricultural land affected, according to the Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. The information was tabled in response to a question in the Lok Sabha. Union [] The post Rains damage 1,239 Ha crops in J&K; Rs 2.7 Cr relief paid appeared first on Northlines .
Aqua Avengers Secures Win Against Athwas India XI in Khyber Cement KSL
SRINAGAR: Aqua Avengers Kashmir FC secured a resounding 3-0 victory over Athwas India XI FC in the thirteenth match of the Khyber Cement Kashmir Super League, played at the Synthetic Turf TRC Ground on Tuesday. The win further solidified Aqua Avengers standing in the ongoing football tournament, widely regarded as a premier sporting event in [] The post Aqua Avengers Secures Win Against Athwas India XI in Khyber Cement KSL appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Head Injuries Reported as Two Fall from Height in Central Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Two men sustained serious head injuries after falling from a height in the Syed Hamid Pora area of Nawab Bazar in Central Kashmirs Srinagar district on Tuesday, officials said. Both the individuals were brought to the hospital in injured conditionone is a resident of Habakadal and the other from Nawab Bazar, both with head [] The post Head Injuries Reported as Two Fall from Height in Central Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Centre Confirms Crop Loss Across 1,239 Hectares in JK; Ladakh Reports No Damage
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir suffered crop damage due to unseasonal rains and extreme weather conditions during the 2025 monsoon season, with 1,239 hectares of agricultural land affected, according to the Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. The information was provided in response to a question in the Lok Sabha. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh [] The post Centre Confirms Crop Loss Across 1,239 Hectares in JK; Ladakh Reports No Damage appeared first on Kashmir Life .
What Threatens Us About Women Travelling Freely?
by Dr Sabzar Ahmad Bhat One woman may be on her way to a hospital, another to a job interview, another simply seeking a moment of autonomy. These are not indulgences. They are essential journeys. They must be treated with dignity, not suspicion. Announced on March 7, 2025, and launched on April 1, the Zero-Ticket [] The post What Threatens Us About Women Travelling Freely? appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Rahul Gandhis Letter to PM Rekindles Hope in JK: Karra
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) Chief Tariq Hameed Karra on Tuesday described Congress leader Rahul Gandhi as the only ray of hope for the restoration of Jammu and Kashmirs statehood, asserting that the party will vociferously take up the issue in Parliament. Karra said Rahul Gandhi had shown commitment beyond rhetoric by [] The post Rahul Gandhis Letter to PM Rekindles Hope in JK: Karra appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Court Permits Er Rashid to Join Parliament Under Watch, AIP to Challenge Restrictions
SRINAGAR: The Special NIA Court in Delhi has permitted incarcerated Awami Itihaad Party (AIP) President and newly elected Baramulla MP Engineer Rashid to attend the forthcoming session of the Lok Sabha from July 24 to August 4, 2025, under strict custodial supervision. According to the courts directive, Er Rashid will be escorted by jail authorities [] The post Court Permits Er Rashid to Join Parliament Under Watch, AIP to Challenge Restrictions appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Unholy Nexus in Health sector!
In an era where healthcare should stand as a pillar of trust and service, the diagnostic sector in Jammu and Kashmir is increasingly becoming a space of unchecked exploitation. Widespread disparities in test pricing, inconsistent diagnostic outcomes, and a growing nexus between doctors and private laboratories have created an alarming situationone that demands immediate government [] The post Unholy Nexus in Health sector! appeared first on Northlines .
Jammu Kashmir Steps Up Rural Sanitation Drive; CS Greenlights Rs 405 Cr Plan
SRINAGAR: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Tuesday reviewed the progress of the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen)-II, directing rigorous on-ground verification of waste collection initiatives and digital dashboard data to ensure full alignment with grassroots realities. Chairing a high-level meeting attended by the Commissioner Secretary of Rural Development Department, Managing Director Rural Sanitation, COO Himayat, and [] The post Jammu Kashmir Steps Up Rural Sanitation Drive; CS Greenlights Rs 405 Cr Plan appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Humpy, Divya hold firm with draws in semifinal first games
Batumi (Georgia) Jul 22: Grandmaster Koneru Humpy held Chinas Tingjie Lei to a comfortable draw with black pieces, while Divya Deshmukhs solid defence frustrated former womens world champion Zhongyi Tan in the first game of the FIDE Womens World Cup semifinals here on Tuesday. With two Indians and two Chinese making up the final-four, the Asian dominance in womens chess remains undisputed. But its now a battle of nerves for the final two spots. From the look of it, the [] The post Humpy, Divya hold firm with draws in semifinal first games appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
KPDCL Announces Power Outages Across Kashmir for Maintenance
SRINAGAR: The Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has announced scheduled power shutdowns across multiple areas in Kashmir Division to facilitate essential testing, sealing, and infrastructure upgrades between July 23 and 28, 2025. According to the Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL, the shutdown of the 33 KV Pattan-Amargarh lines Hamray Tap will be observed on 23 [] The post KPDCL Announces Power Outages Across Kashmir for Maintenance appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Cross-Border Terror, Pro-Khalistan Activities In UK Likely To Figure In Modi-Starmer Talks
New Delhi, Jul 22: Indias challenge of cross-border terrorism, activities of pro-Khalistani elements in the UK and the extradition of certain billionaire fugitives are among the key issues that could figure prominently in Prime Minister Narendra Modis talks with his British counterpart, Keir Starmer, on Thursday. In the first leg of his two-nation trip, Modi will travel to London on Wednesday, primarily to explore ways to further deepen bilateral ties and witness the signing of the ambitious India-UK free-trade agreement. [] The post Cross-Border Terror, Pro-Khalistan Activities In UK Likely To Figure In Modi-Starmer Talks appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Div Com Pitches For Comprehensive, Robust Traffic Management System In Jammu City
JAMMU, Jul 22: Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar, today discussed the actionable points for a comprehensive and robust Traffic Management System in Jammu City, while chairing a meeting of Multi-Disciplinary Committee. The meeting was attended by IGP Traffic J&K, Deputy Commissioner Jammu, Commissioner JMC, Vice Chairman JDA and Transport Commissioner Jammu, Chief Engineer PWD(R&B), SSP Traffic Jammu City. The meeting held threadbare discussion on traffic planning and management system, decongestion measures, increasing road capacity and infrastructure, encroachment control and relocation [] The post Div Com Pitches For Comprehensive, Robust Traffic Management System In Jammu City appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Omar Abdullah Calls for Inclusive, Ground-Level Implementation of NEP-2020 in Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Calling the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 a visionary and far-reaching document, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today urged for its grassroots-centric implementation, saying the true success of the policy depends not just on its vision but on how sensitively it is adapted to local realities. The Chief Minister was addressing a [] The post Omar Abdullah Calls for Inclusive, Ground-Level Implementation of NEP-2020 in Jammu Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Life .
The Wisdom of Grandma: Celebrating the Special Bond
Vinod Chandrashekhar Dixit 23rdJuly is celebrated as the National Gorgeous Grandma Day.The Day embraces the age of the nana and encourages all women to flaunt their granny attitudes with purpose and style.The word grandmother seems so ageing. A key part of the image of grandmas is that they are old, however that is defined. But [] The post The Wisdom of Grandma: Celebrating the Special Bond appeared first on Northlines .
After first six months of Trump 2.0, Americans are still confused on gains or loses
Maverick President is betting big on clinching trade deals within next two months By T N Ashok NEW YORK: US President Donald J Trump completed 180 days in his 2nd presidency on Sunday that was marked by a high-octane governance full of confrontations, chaos, and calculated populism. Trump is barrelling into his seventh month [] The post After first six months of Trump 2.0, Americans are still confused on gains or loses appeared first on Northlines .
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankars resignation has a political context
Changing political dynamics at Centre may spring up other surprises By Dr. Gyan Pathak Health issue is the officially stated reason for the Vice President of India Jagdeep Dhankhars resignation, but it has a political context. It was only in December 2024, Dhankhar had rebuked its own government led by PM Narendra Modi over not [] The post Vice President Jagdeep Dhankars resignation has a political context appeared first on Northlines .
By Syed Majid Gilani Let me take you backnot just in time, but into a world where life was simple, hearts were kind, and schools were places that shaped our minds and our character. This is not just my story. It belongs to all those children who once wore a school uniform with [] The post Lessons Between the Bells appeared first on Northlines .
Mukesh Kumar The Soulful Singer who Captivated a Nation
Vinod Chandrashekhar Dixit Mukesh Kumar, known mononymously as Mukesh, was a legendary Indian playback singer born on July 22, 1923, in Delhi. Hes considered one of the most popular and acclaimed playback singers in the Hindi film industry. Mukeshs soulful voice was discovered by his distant relative, Motilal, who took him to Mumbai for [] The post Mukesh Kumar The Soulful Singer who Captivated a Nation appeared first on Northlines .
Three Killed In J&Ks Kishtwar Road Accident
Kishtwar, July 22: Three persons were killed on the spot after a JCB vehicle met with an accident at Sounder Dachan area of Kishtwar district on Tuesday. The officials said that the JCB was moving through a hilly stretch when it met with an accident under unclear circumstances, leading to the instant death of all three onboard. The deceased have been identified as, Nazir Hussain, son of Saiye, resident of Khatasoo Bhalessa, aged around 2223 years; Ishaq, son of Farooz-ud-Din, [] The post Three Killed In J&Ks Kishtwar Road Accident appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Committee On Public Undertakings Convenes Meet At Srinagar, Reviews Audit Paras Of JKPCC
SRINAGAR, Jul 22: The Committee on Public Undertakings of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly today convened a meeting at Assembly Complex here, to review audit paras contained in CAGs Audit report pertaining to the J&K Projects Construction Corporation (JKPCC) Limited. Principal Accountant General, Principal Secretary PWD(R&B), Director General Expenditure, Director General Accounts and Treasuries, Director Finance PWD(R&B), Chief Engineer PWD(R&B), senior officers of JKPCC and other concerned officers were also present in the meeting. The Committee held detailed deliberations [] The post Committee On Public Undertakings Convenes Meet At Srinagar, Reviews Audit Paras Of JKPCC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Terror Case: Jailed J&K MP Engineer Rashid Gets Custody Parole To Attend Parliament
New Delhi, Jul 22: A Delhi court on Tuesday granted to jailed Lok Sabha MP Engineer Rashid custody parole between July 24 and August 4 to attend the monsoon session of Parliament. Rashid has been lodged in Tihar jail since 2019 after he was arrested by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act in the 2017 terror funding case. Additional sessions judge Chander Jit Singh granted the custody parole. A detailed order is awaited. The Baramulla [] The post Terror Case: Jailed J&K MP Engineer Rashid Gets Custody Parole To Attend Parliament appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SRINAGAR, Jul 22: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today underscored the need for comprehensive, inclusive and locally adaptable implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, calling it a visionary document whose success depends entirely on its understanding and execution at the grassroots level. The Chief Minister was speaking at a One-Day Conference on NEP-2020 held at Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), themed Empowering Education Leaders for Holistic Education. Emphasizing the importance of reflection and course correction, the Chief Minister said, [] The post CM Advocates Holistic Implementation Of National Education Policy, Urges Educators To Empower Learners appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IMD Issues Flash Flood Alert For 12 Jammu And Kashmir Districts
SRINAGAR, JULY 22: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Flash Flood Guidance Bulletin, warning of a low to moderate risk of flash floods in several districts, including Kathua, Samba, Udhampur, Doda, Kishtwar, Ramban, Reasi, Jammu, Rajouri, Poonch, Baramulla and Anantnag, over the next 24 hours. In response, District Disaster Management Authorities (DDMAs) have been urged to take necessary precautions and measures as per established protocols to ensure public safety and mitigate risks. Further updates will follow based on [] The post IMD Issues Flash Flood Alert For 12 Jammu And Kashmir Districts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
New Delhi, Jul 22: An Air India A321 planes auxiliary power unit caught fire after landing at the Delhi airport on Tuesday afternoon, and all passengers and crew members are safe. Flight AI 315, operating from Hong Kong to Delhi on 22 July 2025, experienced an auxiliary power unit (APU) fire shortly after it had landed and parked at the gate. The incident occurred while passengers had begun disembarking, and the APU was automatically shut down as per system design, [] The post AI planes Auxiliary Power Unit Catches Fire After Landing At Delhi Airport From Hong Kong; Passengers Safe appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2025:Lieutenant Governor visits Nunwan and Chandanwari Base Camps
Pahalgam Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today visited Nunwan and Chandanwari Base Camps and reviewed the services and facilities for the pilgrims. The Lieutenant Governor interacted with the pilgrims, service providers, langer sevadars, sanitation workers, medical staff, and administrative, Police and security officials deputed for the ongoing Shri Amarnathji Yatra. He took stock of []
BSF Raises Drone Squadron For Indo-Pak Border Post-Operation Sindoor
New Delhi, Jul 22: The Border Security Force (BSF) is raising a maiden drone squadron for deployment along the India-Pakistan border even as it has begun hardening its defences and posts against lethal UAV attacks in the wake of lessons drawn during Operation Sindoor. The squadron, to be based in specific border outposts (BoPs) at this front, will comprise an assortment of reconnaissance, surveillance and attack drones or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and specially-trained personnel who can operate these machines, [] The post BSF Raises Drone Squadron For Indo-Pak Border Post-Operation Sindoor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Amarnath Yatra 2025 | LG Manoj Sinha Visits Nunwan And Chandanwari Base Camps
PAHALGAM, Jul 22: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today visited Nunwan and Chandanwari Base Camps and reviewed the services and facilities for the pilgrims. The Lieutenant Governor interacted with the pilgrims, service providers, langer sevadars, sanitation workers, medical staff, and administrative, Police and security officials deputed for the ongoing Shri Amarnathji Yatra. He took stock of department-wise arrangements, logistics, lodging, disaster management, healthcare and other facilities that have been put in place on travel route and Yatra base camps at Pahalgam [] The post Amarnath Yatra 2025 | LG Manoj Sinha Visits Nunwan And Chandanwari Base Camps appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Gold climbs to over Rs 1 lakh/10 g, silver rallies Rs 3,000 in Delhi
NEW DELHI, July 22: Gold prices climbed Rs 1,000 to regain the Rs 1 lakh per 10 grams level in the national capital on Tuesday due to strong buying by stockists, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity soared four-week high of Rs 1,00,020 per 10 grams from the previous close of Rs 99,020 per 10 grams. Previously, gold traded at Rs 1 lakh per 10 grams level on June 19. [] The post Gold climbs to over Rs 1 lakh/10 g, silver rallies Rs 3,000 in Delhi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rajesh Gupta Gets Addl Charge Of Engineer-in-Chief In PWD
Jammu, July 22: In an administrative move, the Jammu and Kashmir Government has assigned Er. Rajesh Kumar Gupta, In-charge Chief Engineer of Public Works (R&B) Department Zone Jammu, with the additional charge of Engineer-in-Chief (Secretary Technical), Public Works (R&B) Department. See Order Copy Click Here. The post Rajesh Gupta Gets Addl Charge Of Engineer-in-Chief In PWD appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Traffic Police issues fresh Advisory for Jammu-Srinagar Highway amid ongoing Amarnath Yatra
The Jammu and Kashmir Traffic Police Headquarters has issued a comprehensive travel advisory for commuters and transporters on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) and other strategic routes, covering the period from July 21, 1600 hrs to July 23, 1600 hrs. The advisory comes amid ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025, vehicle breakdowns, and road maintenance []
Pahalgam, Jul 22: Three months after the brutal terror attack in Pahalgam that left many tourists dead, the perpetrators are still at large, raising concerns over security lapses in the region and sparking growing calls for fixing accountability. While the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has made two arrests in connection with the April 22 [] The post Pahalgam attack: With perpetrators at large, security concerns rise; demand to fix accountability gains traction appeared first on Northlines .
Students protests to demand accurate info as Bangladesh school jet crash toll rises to 31
DHAKA, July 22:Thousands of students on Tuesday protested during the visit of the interim governments top officials to the site of the crash of a Bangladesh Air Force training jet, as the death toll in the countrys one of the deadliest aviation accidents rose to 31, including 25 children. The F-7 BGI aircraft, a training fighter jet manufactured in China, experienced a mechanical fault moments after takeoff and crashed into a two-storey building of Milestone School and College in Dhakas [] The post Students protests to demand accurate info as Bangladesh school jet crash toll rises to 31 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Oppn Doing Gundagardi, India Not A Dharamshala: BJP On Protests Against SIR In Parliament
NEW DELHI, Jul 22: The BJP on Tuesday slammed opposition parties over their protest against the Bihar voter list revision, accusing them of resorting to gundagardi (hooliganism) so that foreigners, including Bangladeshi and Rohingya infiltrators, can get the right to vote in elections. Opposition members forced adjournments in the Lok Sabha by raising slogans and waving placards against the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar. Opposition MPs, including Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Samajwadi Party chief [] The post Oppn Doing Gundagardi, India Not A Dharamshala: BJP On Protests Against SIR In Parliament appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India offers medical aid to Bangladesh Air Force jet crash victims; death toll rises to 27
India has offered medical assistance to victims of the recent fighter jet crash in the Diabari area of Bangladeshs Dhaka. Meanwhile, the death toll in the crash incident has risen to 27. As follow up to the message from the Prime Minister of India, expressing condolence on the tragic Milestone School plane crash and offering []
High Altitude Destinations Safe For Visitors, Pilgrimages In J&Ks Doda: Police
Bhaderwah/Jammu, Jul 22: The high altitude tourist destinations in Jammu and Kashmirs Doda district are safe for tourists as Army personnel are dominating all the mountain peaks, a senior police officer has said. Doda Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Sandeep Mehta said a security plan is in place in the district to ensure peaceful culmination of over 70 major and small pilgrimages in the higher reaches of the hilly district. The tourist footfall in the district is increasing with each [] The post High Altitude Destinations Safe For Visitors, Pilgrimages In J&Ks Doda: Police appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Four Amarnath Pilgrims Injured In Road Accident In J&Ks Ramban
Jammu, July 22: Four pilgrims of Shri Amarnath Yatra today received minor injuries when a vehicle they were traveling in met with an accident during a downward convoy in Ramban district of Jammu and Kashmir. Officials said that four pilgrims suffered injuries when a bus in the Amarnath yatra convoy towards Jammu from Srinagar, hit the parapet wall due to brake failure at T-2 Tunnel Seri in Ramban. Police along with locals and traffic cops deployed on the Jammu-Srinagar national [] The post Four Amarnath Pilgrims Injured In Road Accident In J&Ks Ramban appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Customer complaints rising fast, bankers lacking empathy: RBI DG
MUMBAI, July 22: Reserve Bank Deputy Governor Swaminathan J has rued a lack of empathy among bankers, even in the face of rising number of customer complaints around serious aspects like fraud. Speaking at an event of RBI-promoted NIBM (National Institute of Bank Management) on July 12, Swaminathan said there is increasing automation but decreasing ownership, and customers have to contend with template emails and helplines loop back endlessly. He made it clear that addressing these issues will be [] The post Customer complaints rising fast, bankers lacking empathy: RBI DG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Tata Communications to build AI-led network for AWS in India; capital investment at Rs 430 cr
NEW DELHI, July 22: Tata Communications on Tuesday said it has partnered with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to deploy an advanced, AI-ready long-distance network across India. The project, which is likely to involve a capital investment of about Rs 430 crore from Tata Communications, is expected to be completed by the end of FY26, according to a regulatory filing. The collaboration will establish a new high-capacity, long-distance network to connect three AWS infrastructure locations to boost generative AI adoption [] The post Tata Communications to build AI-led network for AWS in India; capital investment at Rs 430 cr appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Corporate tax revenue foregone at Rs 99K cr in FY24: MoS Finance
NEW DELHI, July 22: The Government is estimated to have forgone around Rs 99,000 crore in revenue in the 2023-24 fiscal on account of tax incentives extended to corporates, Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary said on Tuesday. Corporate tax rates have been gradually reduced since 2016 while phasing out the exemptions and incentives. In a written reply in the Rajya Sabha, Chaudhary gave the estimated revenue forgone due to the tax incentives by way of various deductions [] The post Corporate tax revenue foregone at Rs 99K cr in FY24: MoS Finance appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
