Surreal Feeling To Receive Prestigious Rashtriya Bal Puraskar: J&Ks Ayaan Sajad
Srinagar, Dec 26: Kashmirs 13-year-old singing prodigy Ayaan Sajad on Thursday said it was a surreal feeling to receive the prestigious Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2024 from President Droupadi Murmu. He asserted it was a huge responsibility as well. The Bal Puraskar is the highest award given to children for extraordinary accomplishments in social service, innovation, sports, bravery, art and scholastic achievements. Sajad, a Sufi singer from south Kashmir, was honoured for his soulful contributions to Kashmiri music. Speaking [] The post Surreal Feeling To Receive Prestigious Rashtriya Bal Puraskar: J&Ks Ayaan Sajad appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Simran Singh, Popular Freelance Radio Jockey From J&K, Dies By Suicide In Gurugram
Gurugram, Dec 26: Simran Singh, a popular freelance radio jockey from Jammu and Kashmir, allegedly committed suicide by hanging herself in her rented house in Sector 47 here, police said on Thursday. Her body was found hanging in her room on Wednesday night, they said, adding no suicide note was found from the spot. Simran had over 6 lakh followers on Instagram, police said. The post Simran Singh, Popular Freelance Radio Jockey From J&K, Dies By Suicide In Gurugram appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CS For Choosing Best Implementation Strategy To Support MSMEs Under RAMP
JAMMU, Dec 26: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today held a meeting of Industries & Commerce (I&C) Department to have the first hand appraisal of the plan devised for implementation of GoI sponsored Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP)scheme here in J&K. During this meeting the Chief Secretary took note of the approved Strategic Investment Plan (SIP) for J&K and the roadmap devised by the Department to successfully implement here. Dulloo took this occasion to impress upon the concerned to make [] The post CS For Choosing Best Implementation Strategy To Support MSMEs Under RAMP appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dy CM Holds Public Outreach Camp In Sadda, Lays Foundation For Key Infrastructural Project
RAJOURI, Dec 26: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Chowdhary, today conducted a public outreach camp in the Sadda area of Block Khawas, where he interacted with local residents and listened to their grievances and demands. The people raised several issues including construction of roads from Soni Gala to Gadyog and Dangiote to Bandigala, as well as upgradation of High School Sadda to Higher Secondary School. The Dy CM assured the public of timely redressal of their concerns and reiterated the governments [] The post Dy CM Holds Public Outreach Camp In Sadda, Lays Foundation For Key Infrastructural Project appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Forest Dept To Establish 3 Firewood Depots In Every District: Javed Rana
JAMMU, Dec 26: The Forest department would be establishing three firewood depots in every district, with sufficient quantity of firewood to meet the requisite demands of public and institutions. The decision was taken in view of the recent directions passed by Forest, Ecology & Environment Minister, Javed Ahmad Rana to ensure adequate availability of firewood across all regions of Jammu and Kashmir for benefit of general public. The norms for location of depots and availability of firewood will be fixed [] The post Forest Dept To Establish 3 Firewood Depots In Every District: Javed Rana appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
JAMMU, Dec 26: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today attended the Christmas Celebrations organised by All J&K Christian Sabha. He interacted with Bishop, Priests and members of CNI Church, Jammu-Srinagar Diocese and All J&K Christian Sabha and commended their contribution in building a peaceful, selfless, compassionate and caring society. The Christian community has selflessly served the society and made immense contribution in the field of education and healthcare. I hope that their commitment to service inspires others, he added. On the [] The post Our Prime Objective Is To Light The Lamp Of Love, Kindness And Brotherhood In Heart Of Every Citizen: LG Sinha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Sinha congratulates Young Singer Ayaan Sajad on Prestigious National Award
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha extended his heartfelt congratulations to Master Ayaan Sajad for receiving the prestigious Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar from the Honble President of India, Droupadi Murmu. Hailing Ayaan as a singer par excellence, the Lt Governor praised his remarkable talent and expressed his best wishes for the young artists future endeavors. May []
ISLAMABAD, Dec 26: Pakistans military courts have convicted and sentenced another 60 civilians to prison terms ranging from two to 10 years for their involvement in attacks on army installations during violence on May 9 last year, the army said on Thursday. The announcement by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) the media wing of the military came a week after the army announced the conviction of 25 individuals for involvement in attacks on military facilities on May 9, [] The post May 9 riots: Pak military courts sentenced another 60 civilians to prison terms ranging from 2 to 10 years appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar Abdullah Engages with Stakeholders, Promises Swift Redressal of Issues
SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Thursday assured prompt action on grievances raised by multiple delegations and individuals during a public outreach programme at the Raabita Public Outreach Office in Srinagar. Delegations representing diverse sectors such as education, healthcare, labour, and traditional crafts interacted with the Chief Minister, highlighting critical issues requiring immediate attention. According to [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Engages with Stakeholders, Promises Swift Redressal of Issues appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Mahatma Gandhis legacy under threat from those in power in Delhi: Sonia Gandhi
Belagavi, Dec 26: Asserting that Mahatma Gandhi has been and will continue to be the fundamental source of inspiration, Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP) chief Sonia Gandhi on Thursday said his legacy is under threat from those in power in Delhi and the ideologies and institutions that have nurtured them. In her message read out at the Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting here, Sonia Gandhi lashed out at the Modi government and the RSS, and called for fighting the forces which [] The post Mahatma Gandhis legacy under threat from those in power in Delhi: Sonia Gandhi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
New manufacturing golden age for India beckons: Tata Sons chief to staff
NEW DELHI, Dec 26: With global supply chains continuing to shift in Indias favour as the worlds largest businesses strike a new balance between resilience and efficiency, manufacturing has the potential to transform the countrys economy, Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran said on Thursday. In his New Year message to employees of the salt-to-software conglomerate, Chandrasekaran termed it as a new manufacturing golden age for India and said he was looking ahead to 2025 with a sense of hope [] The post New manufacturing golden age for India beckons: Tata Sons chief to staff appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
L&T eyes 20 pc growth in construction, mining machinery biz in FY26
NEW DELHI, Dec 26: Infrastructure major Larsen & Toubro (L&T) expects its construction and mining machinery business to grow at least 20 per cent in the next fiscal year with the company planning to double sales in the next five years. In an interview to PTI, Arvind K Garg, Senior Vice President and head of L&Ts Construction and Mining Machinery business, said, If you ask me what the plan for the coming fiscal year is, definitely our construction and [] The post L&T eyes 20 pc growth in construction, mining machinery biz in FY26 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Chief Secretary reviews preparations for Republic Day celebrations
JAMMU, DECEMBER 26: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today held a meeting of top civil administration and police officers to take stock of the preparations made for celebrating the upcoming Republic Day, 2025 here in the UT. The Chief Secretary took this occasion to impress upon the concerned divisional administration to take necessary steps to encourage [] The post Chief Secretary reviews preparations for Republic Day celebrations appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
J&K girls, boys must play competitions like RFYS to improve themselves : Mehrajuddin Wadoo
Former Indian footballer Mehrajuddin Wadoo believes that the on-going leg of the Reliance Foundation Youth Sports (RFYS) 2024-25 in Kashmir gives an ideal platform to assess the players who are ready to play outside of Jammu & Kashmir. This is the second time that the RFYS football tournament is taking place in the Union Territory []
China Approves Worlds Largest Dam over Brahmaputra River Close to Indian Border
BEIJING: China has approved the construction of the worlds largest dam, stated to be the planets biggest infra project costing USD 137 billion, on the Brahmaputra River in Tibet close to the Indian border, raising concerns in riparian states India and Bangladesh. The Chinese government has approved the construction of a hydropower project in [] The post China Approves Worlds Largest Dam over Brahmaputra River Close to Indian Border appeared first on Kashmir Life .
J&K: Shutdown in Katra against ropeway project enters second day, protestors launch hunger strike
A 72-hour shutdown in Katra against the proposed Vaishno Devi ropeway project has entered its second day, with protesters on a hunger strike demanding the release of detained members. The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti claims that the project threatens local livelihoods. The bandh has halted business activities, causing inconvenience to pilgrims.
Three drug peddlers arrested in Kashmir: Police
In a persistent effort to eradicate the menace of drugs from society, Police have arrested 3 drug peddlers in Kashmir and recovered contraband/psychotropic substances from their possession. In Budgam, Police Station Magam received information from reliable sources that a person namely Mohammad Rafiq Sheikh son of Abdul Razak Sheikh resident of Mazhama Magam has concealed []
Police attaches property, seizes Rs 6 lakh under NDPS Act in Shopian
In a major breakthrough against the drug menace, Police in Shopian have attached a double-storey residential house worth 14,76,579 and cash amount of 6 lakh belongs to a notorious drug peddler namely Farooq Ahmad Koka son of Ghulam Mohammad Koka, resident of Melhura Zainapora. The action was taken under section 68-E read with 68-F(1) of []
Incidents in Bangladesh, Pakistan remind us of sacrifices by Sikh gurus: Adityanath
Lucknow, Dec 26: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday highlighted the rich legacy of the Sikh tradition, emphasising their resilience in adverse circumstances. He praised the community for not only preserving their traditions but also inspiring others through their sacrifices for the nation and their faith. Addressing the main event of Veer Bal Diwas (Sahibzada Diwas) held at the chief ministers residence, he remarked, The Sikh community has a glorious history, yet we hear that only a handful [] The post Incidents in Bangladesh, Pakistan remind us of sacrifices by Sikh gurus: Adityanath appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Training on Establishment of Profitable Dairy Farm starts at MLRI, SKUAST-K
Safapora, Dec 26: A seven days MSME sponsored Skill development training programme on Establishment of Profitable Dairy Farms was started at the Mountain Livestock Research Institute-Manasbal (MLRI), SKUAST-K. In all 25 participants are enrolled in the training programme who would be trained for proper selection of milch animal, balanced feeding of animals, animal shed designing, []
EC data on LS polls: Women outshine men again in exercising franchise
New Delhi: As many as 64.64 crore voters exercised their franchise in the Lok Sabha polls held earlier this year with women voters outnumbering men, according to statistical data released by the Election Commission on Thursday. The female voter turnout stood at 65.78 per cent as compared to 65.55 per cent for male electors, the EC said. EC functionaries asserted that such granular data is not shared by any of the election management bodies in democracies across the world. The data on Lok Sabha polls, 2024 and four assembly elections -- Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh -- held alongside parliamentary polls comes against the backdrop of allegations of non-disclosure by the EC. This suo motu initiative is to enhance the public trust that constitutes the underpinning of India's electoral system, the EC said. Referring to women participation in the polls, EC said the number of female contesting candidates was 800, compared to 726 in 2019. Maharashtra had the highest number of women contesting candidates with 111 in the fray, followed by 80 in Uttar Pradesh and 77 in Tamil Nadu. But at the same time, out of the total 543 Lok Sabha constituencies, there were 152 where there were no women candidates. A total of over 97.97 crore citizens had registered themselves as electors as compared to over 91.19 crore in 2019 -- an increase of 7.43 per cent. Out of these registered electors, 64.64 crore had cast votes in 2024, compared to 61.4 crore in 2019, the EC said. According to the poll panel, any Indian citizen who registers in the electoral roll is defined as an elector. The elector who eventually votes is called voter. Total votes polled -- using EVM and postal ballot option -- stood at 64,64,20,869. Votes polled on EVMs alone stood at 64,21,39,275, with 32,93,61,948 male voters and 31,27,64,269 female voters. A little over 13,000 registered third gender voters exercised their franchise (27.09 per cent), according to the data. Nearly 43 lakh electors used the postal ballot option to vote. The Dhubri parliamentary constituency in Assam registered the highest turnout of 92.3 per cent while Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir registered the lowest turnout of 38.7 per cent, compared to 14.4 per cent in 2019. According to the dataset issued by the EC, as many as 11 parliamentary constituencies saw voting percentage of less than 50 per cent. Repolls, the EC pointed out, were held in 40 polling stations or 0.0038 per cent of the total 10.52 lakh polling stations as compared to 540 in 2019. Referring to overseas Indian electors, EC said over 1,19 lakh such people were registered in the category, including 1.06 lakh men, 12,950 women and 13 third gender, compared to 99,844 registered overseas electors in 2019. Overseas Indian electors are those who are Indian citizens residing abroad due to various reasons and eligible to vote here. They have come to India to vote showing their original passport as a proof of identity.
CS Atal Dulloo Reviews Preparations For Republic Day Celebrations
JAMMU, Dec 26: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today held a meeting of top civil administration and police officers to take stock of the preparations made for celebrating the upcoming Republic Day, 2025 here in the UT. The Chief Secretary took this occasion to impress upon the concerned divisional administration to take necessary steps to encourage people to participate in this national event. He asked for creating celebratory aura through out J&K especially in the twin cities of Jammu and Srinagar. [] The post CS Atal Dulloo Reviews Preparations For Republic Day Celebrations appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Uninterrupted Power Supply Only After 100% Metering: CM Omar Abdullah
SRINAGAR, Dec 26: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said people in the valley were facing difficulties due to intense cold conditions but the government would be able to provide uninterrupted electricity only after 100 per cent metering is achieved. As far as winter preparedness is concerned, there is an intense cold, and there has been a dry spell. I pray to God for snowfall so that this dry spell ends. Our endeavour is to minimise [] The post Uninterrupted Power Supply Only After 100% Metering: CM Omar Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rupee plunges 12 paise to close at new all-time low of 85.27 against US dollar
MUMBAI, Dec 26: The rupee stayed weak for the third straight session and fell 12 paise to settle at a fresh all-time low of 85.27 (provisional) against the US dollar on Thursday, amid a strong greenback and rising crude oil prices. Forex traders said, increased month-end as well as year-end dollar demand from importers and fear of an aggressive import tariff by the Donald Trump administration lifted the American currency. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened weak [] The post Rupee plunges 12 paise to close at new all-time low of 85.27 against US dollar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Controversy erupted over alleged misrepresentation of Indian Map in Congress Session
Belagavi (Karnataka), Dec 26: A controversy has erupted over the alleged misrepresentation of the Indian map on posters displayed by the Congress party in Belagavi to commemorate the centenary of the 1924 Congress session. The BJP has accused the Congress of engaging in vote bank politics over the issue. The Congress has put up posters [] The post Controversy erupted over alleged misrepresentation of Indian Map in Congress Session appeared first on Northlines .
Banks can charge over 30% interest on credit card dues: SC
NEW DELHI, Dec 26: Banks can charge over 30 per cent on credit card dues from customers after the Supreme Court set aside a sixteen-year-old National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission verdict, which held charging excessive interest rates amounted to an unfair trade practice. A bench of Justices Bela M Trivedi and Satish Chandra Sharma said NCDRCs observations that the rate of interest in excess of 30 per cent per annum was an unfair trade practice was illegal and an [] The post Banks can charge over 30% interest on credit card dues: SC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K | Shutdown In Katra Against Ropeway Project Enters Second Day, Protestors Launch Hunger Strike
Reasi/Jammu, Dec 26: A shutdown in Katra, the base camp for the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage in Jammu and Kashmir, against a proposed ropeway project entered its second day on Thursday, with the protesters sitting on a hunger strike to press for the release of those detained by police the day before. The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti has called for a 72-hour shutdown, which commenced on Wednesday, announcing that all activities in Katra would remain suspended during the bandh. [] The post J&K | Shutdown In Katra Against Ropeway Project Enters Second Day, Protestors Launch Hunger Strike appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Banks Can Charge Over 30 Percent Interest on Credit Card Dues: SC
NEW DELHI: Banks can charge over 30 per cent on credit card dues from customers after the Supreme Court set aside a sixteen-year-old National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission verdict, which held charging excessive interest rates amounted to an unfair trade practice. A bench of Justices Bela M Trivedi and Satish Chandra Sharma said NCDRCs observations [] The post Banks Can Charge Over 30 Percent Interest on Credit Card Dues: SC appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Controversy Erupts Over Incorrect Indian Map During Cong Session
BELAGAVI (Karnataka), Dec 26: A controversy has erupted over the alleged misrepresentation of the India map on the posters displayed by the Congress to commemorate the centenary of 1924 Congress session in Karnatakas Belagavi, with the BJP dubbing it as vote bank politics by the national party. The ruling Congress has put up these posters throughout Belagavi town as part of celebrations for the centenary event. According to BJP and its ally JD(S) in Karnataka, the Indian map featured on [] The post Controversy Erupts Over Incorrect Indian Map During Cong Session appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Terror Associate detained under PSA in J&K Udhampur
Jammu Tawi, Dec 26: A terror associate, Abdul Qayoom alias Bittu, was detained under the Public Safety Act (PSA) on Thursday for providing logistical support to terrorist groups in Jammu and Kashmirs Udhampur district, officials said. Qayoom, a resident of Kadwah in Basantgarh, was arrested during a police operation targeting terror supporters. He was involved [] The post Terror Associate detained under PSA in J&K Udhampur appeared first on Northlines .
Terror Associate Detained In Udhampur For Giving Support To Terrorist Groups
JAMMU, Dec 26: A terror associate was detained on Thursday under the Public Safety Act (PSA) for providing logistical support to terrorist groups and operating in Jammu and Kashmirs Udhampur district, officials said. Acting firmly against terror supporters in the district, police launched an operation and detained a hardcore terror associate in jail under the PSA, a police spokesperson said. The accused, identified as Abdul Qayoom alias Bittu, is a resident of Kadwah in Basantgarh. He was sent to [] The post Terror Associate Detained In Udhampur For Giving Support To Terrorist Groups appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar, Farooq extends greetings to Ayan Sajad
Srinagar, Dec 26: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and National Conference President Farooq Abdullah extended greetings to Ayan Sajad, who has been conferred the PradhanMantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar for his sensational Sufi singing. President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar on 17 children for their exceptional achievements at a ceremony [] The post CM Omar, Farooq extends greetings to Ayan Sajad appeared first on Northlines .
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Listens To Peoples Grievances
Engages with delegations, individuals at Raabita Public Outreach Office in Srinagar SRINAGAR, Dec 26: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today met several delegations and emphasized his governments commitment to addressing the challenges faced by various sectors of society. The Chief Minister stated this during his public outreach programme at Raabita office here, where scores of delegations and individuals from various parts of Kashmir presented their concerns and demands. The Chief Minister interacted with various stakeholders, including representatives from education, artisan, labour, [] The post Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Listens To Peoples Grievances appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Key Militant Accomplice Detained in Udhampur Under PSA: Police
SRINAGAR: A militant associate was detained on Thursday under the Public Safety Act (PSA) for providing logistical support to terrorist groups and operating in Jammu and Kashmirs Udhampur district, officials said. Acting firmly against militant supporters in the district, police launched an operation and detained a hardcore terror associate in jail under the PSA, a [] The post Key Militant Accomplice Detained in Udhampur Under PSA: Police appeared first on Kashmir Life .
CM Omar Abdullah listens to peoples grievances
Engages with delegations, individuals at Raabita Public Outreach Office in Srinagar
Non-Muslims Have Contributed Immensely to Urdu Journalism, New Book Documents the Long Story
by Asad Mirza SRINAGAR: Suhail Anjums much-awaited book has been released, sparking considerable interest among those passionate about Urdu journalism and its history. A senior journalist and a towering figure in Urdu journalism, Suhail Anjum has carved out a niche over his 35-year career, during which he has been associated with leading Urdu publications, including [] The post Non-Muslims Have Contributed Immensely to Urdu Journalism, New Book Documents the Long Story appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Shameful, condemnable: Rahul slams police action against protesting BPSC candidates in Patna
New Delhi, Dec 26: Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi Thursday condemned the police action on protesting Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) candidates in Patna and claimed that the NDA government is resorting to lathi-charging students to hide its own failures. Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also slammed the BJP over the police action, saying the ruling partys only vision is to save its chair and whoever demands employment is oppressed. In a post in Hindi on X, [] The post Shameful, condemnable: Rahul slams police action against protesting BPSC candidates in Patna appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Worlds largest electoral dataset for 2024 Lok Sabha & 4 state assembly polls released by ECI
In a landmark move aimed at promoting transparency and research, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has released the worlds largest electoral dataset unveiling 42 statistical reports on 2024 Lok Sabha elections and 14 reports each on four state assembly elections. The Election Commission said that these 100 statistical reports will be a treasure trove []
Archies partners Al Hasnae Gifts to expand in GCC market
NEW DELHI, Dec 26:Greeting cards and gifts major Archies Ltd on Thursday said it has partnered with Al Hasnae Gifts to expand in the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) market. Archies had recently commenced operations in the UAE. Through the collaboration it plans further expansions into Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Bahrain, establishing a robust presence across the Middle East, the company said in a regulatory filing. The GCC region is a dynamic market with immense potential, and we are excited [] The post Archies partners Al Hasnae Gifts to expand in GCC market appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Acme Solar Holdings secures Rs 1,988 cr loan from PFC to develop 300 MW hybrid project
NEW DELHI, Dec 26: Acme Solar Holdings on Thursday said it has raised Rs 1,988 crore from state-owned Power Finance Corporation (PFC) to fund a 300 MW hybrid project awarded to the company through a SECI auction. The project will be located in high-resource potential areas, with solar capacity to be developed in Bikaner, Rajasthan, and wind sites in Bhuj, Gujarat, Acme Solar Holdings said in a statement. ACME Renewtech Pvt Ltd, a subsidiary of Acme Solar Holdings, has [] The post Acme Solar Holdings secures Rs 1,988 cr loan from PFC to develop 300 MW hybrid project appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Author Bapsi Sidhwa passes away at 86 in US
HOUSTON (US), Dec 26: Celebrated novelist and pioneer of South Asian literature Bapsi Sidhwa, best known for her iconic novel Ice Candy Man, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 86 in Houston, US, her family confirmed. Her brother, Feroze Bhandara, announced that memorial ceremonies would be held over three days, followed by her last rites in Houston. Born on August 11, 1938, in Karachi to a prominent Parsi family, Sidhwa moved to Lahore shortly after her birth, where [] The post Author Bapsi Sidhwa passes away at 86 in US appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
AI is game changer for students with disabilities. Schools still learning to harness it
WASHINGTON, Dec 26: For Makenzie Gilkison, spelling is such a struggle that a word like rhinoceros might come out as rineanswsaurs or sarcastic as srkastik. The 14-year-old from suburban Indianapolis can sound out words, but her dyslexia makes the process so draining that she often struggles with comprehension. I just assumed I was stupid, she recalled of her early grade school years. But assistive technology powered by artificial intelligence has helped her keep up with classmates. Last year, Makenzie [] The post AI is game changer for students with disabilities. Schools still learning to harness it appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kazakhstan: Rescue operation complete at plane crash site near Aktau
ALMATY, Dec 26: The rescue services have completed the search at the site of the Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash near the Kazakh city of Aktau that killed a total of 38 people, the Kazakh government said on Thursday. Rescue services have completed the search. As a result of the plane crash, 29 people have been hospitalised and 38 have died. All the victims have undergone the necessary medical examinations. After stabilising their condition, the patients have been transferred to hospitals [] The post Kazakhstan: Rescue operation complete at plane crash site near Aktau appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K To Receive 247 Electricity After 100% Metering, Says Cm Omar Abdullah
Srinagar, Dec 26: Jammu and Kashmir will have uninterrupted electricity once 100% metering is achieved, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said on Thursday. Addressing the issue of unscheduled power cuts, Omar, acknowledged the significant strain on the system caused by excessive and unauthorized electricity usage. There are people who have agreements for using power for four bulbs but end up consuming electricity equivalent to four heaters. This puts a lot of pressure on the system, the Chief Minister told reporters here [] The post J&K To Receive 247 Electricity After 100% Metering, Says Cm Omar Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Grabbing land in Kashmir under the ruse of Development in J&K continues unabated : Iltija Mufti
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader Iltija Mufti today voiced strong objections to the acquisition of 5000 kanals of land for the establishment of a new National Institute of Technology (NIT) campus in Pulwama. In a post on X, Iltija Mufti wrote, Grabbing land in Kashmir under the ruse of development in J&K continues unabated. Pray []
Pushpa 2 becomes first film to cross 1100 cr in India
Mumbai, Dec 26: Tollywood superstar Allu Arjuns film Pushpa 2: The Rule has become the first film to earn Rs 1,100 crores in India. Pushpa 2: The Rule, directed by Sukumar, was released in theatres on December 5. It has been 21 days since the release of the film Pushpa 2: The Rule, yet the [] The post Pushpa 2 becomes first film to cross 1100 cr in India appeared first on Northlines .
Veer Bal Diwas: PM Modi emphasizes role of youth in nations progress
New Delhi, Dec 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the critical role of youth in Indias progress and stressed the need for a futuristic approach to equip them with skills in emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. Speaking at an event on Veer Bal Diwas, Modi emphasized the importance of adapting to [] The post Veer Bal Diwas: PM Modi emphasizes role of youth in nations progress appeared first on Northlines .
BJP MLA, supporters enter Deputy CMs project inauguration venue in Kalakote
Jammu: BJP leader and MLA Kalakote Thakur Randhir Singh and his supporters on Thursday stormed into venue of a function where deputy chief minister Surinder Choudhary was supposed to lay foundation stone of a project. Police, however, dispersed the protestors who tried to heckle the deputy chief minister, officials []
Uninterrupted Electricity Possible with 100 Percent Metering: CM Omar Abdullah
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said people in the valley were facing difficulties due to intense cold conditions but the government would be able to provide uninterrupted electricity only after 100 per cent metering is achieved. As far as winter preparedness is concerned, there is an intense cold, and there [] The post Uninterrupted Electricity Possible with 100 Percent Metering: CM Omar Abdullah appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Centre Proposes Coal Law Extension To Jammu And Kashmir
JAMMU, Dec 26: The Union Government has proposed amendments to the Coal Bearing Areas (Acquisition and Development) Act-1957 to make it applicable to Jammu & Kashmir. According to the draft bill, the amendment proposes to omit the words except the State of Jammu and Kashmir. The Coal Bearing Areas (Acquisition and Development) Amendment Bill, 2024, proposes to extend the law to Jammu & Kashmir, which was previously excluded. Union Ministry of Coal has written to all states and Union Territories, [] The post Centre Proposes Coal Law Extension To Jammu And Kashmir appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM Modi calls for equipping youths with skills in emerging technologies
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlights the critical role of youths in Indias progress. He calls for a futuristic approach to equip them with skills in artificial intelligence and machine learning. Modi emphasizes the importance of adapting to rapid changes and challenges. He also remembers the unparalleled sacrifice of Guru Gobind Singh's sons on Veer Bal Diwas.
Congress Working Committee to discuss political developments in the country: K C Venugopal
BELAGAVI (KARNATAKA), Dec 26: AICC general secretary organisation K C Venugopal on Thursday said the extended Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting will discuss the current political developments in the country and the BJPs alleged attack on the Constitution and its architect B R Ambedkar. He said the Congress after deliberating on several issues faced by the country will come out with clear-cut ideas to address them, and to counter the BJPs alleged attack on the Constitution. The Congress is holding [] The post Congress Working Committee to discuss political developments in the country: K C Venugopal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Shutdown for Doodhganga water treatment plant postponed
Srinagar: The Water Works Division, Srinagar has announced the postponement of the scheduled desilting of the 1.5 MG Service Reservoir at the 10 MGD Water Treatment Plant in Doodhganga. The maintenance, initially planned for January 1, 2025, has been delayed due to inclement weather and technical challenges. The department has expressed regret for any []
Anantnags Ayan Sajad receives Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar
Anantnag, Dec 26: Ayan Sajad, a talented young artist from Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir, has been awarded the prestigious Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2024 for his exceptional contributions to Art and Culture. The award, one of the highest honors for children in India, recognizes remarkable achievements in fields such as innovation, social service, academics, [] The post Anantnags Ayan Sajad receives Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar appeared first on Northlines .
Unprecedented compared to other democracies: EC shares data on LS polls
NEW DELHI, Dec 26: As many as 64.64 crore voters exercised their franchise in the Lok Sabha polls held earlier this year with women voters outnumbering men, according to statistical data released by the Election Commission on Thursday. The female voter turnout stood at 65.78 per cent as compared to 65.55 per cent for male electors, the EC said. The number of women candidates contesting the polls this time was 800, as against 726 in the 2019 polls, the [] The post Unprecedented compared to other democracies: EC shares data on LS polls appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Prez Murmu presents Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar to 17 children
New Delhi: ThePresidentofIndia, Smt Droupadi Murmu conferred the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar on 17 children, in seven categories, for their exceptional achievements at a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre today (December 26, 2024). Speaking on the occasion, the President congratulated all award winners and said that the entire country and society are [] The post Prez Murmu presents Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar to 17 children appeared first on Northlines .
Prez confers Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar on 17 children for excellence in various fields
NEW DELHI, Dec 26: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday presented the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar to 17 children from , recognising their exceptional courage and outstanding achievements in various fields, including art, culture and sports. The award honours extraordinary accomplishments in seven categories: art and culture, bravery, innovation, science and technology, social service, sports and environment. The honourees seven boys and 10 girls selected from 14 states and Union territories were presented with a medal, certificate and [] The post Prez confers Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar on 17 children for excellence in various fields appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BJP Mahila Morcha protests near Kejriwals house over Mahila Samman scheme
NEW DELHI, Dec 26: Delhi BJP Mahila Morcha leaders and workers on Thursday protested near AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwals residence here, accusing him of cheating the women of Delhi with the Mahila Samman Yojana. The BJP claimed that a similar scheme was announced by the AAP ahead of the Punjab Assembly elections but the women there were yet to receive Rs 1,100 per month as promised by the party in 2022. The Mukhya Mantri Mahila Samman Yojna for a [] The post BJP Mahila Morcha protests near Kejriwals house over Mahila Samman scheme appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ANANTNAG, Dec 26: Ayan Sajad, a young prodigy from Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir, has achieved a remarkable milestone by being awarded the prestigious Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2024 for his outstanding contributions in the field of Art and Culture. The award considered one of the highest honors for children in India, recognizes extraordinary accomplishments in innovation, social service, scholastic achievements, sports, bravery, and art. Ayans journey in the field of art and culture has been nothing short of inspiring. [] The post Ayan Sajad Of Anantnag Honored With Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar For His Excellence In Art, Culture appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Katra Observes Total Shutdown On Day 2 In Protest Against Ropeway Project
JAMMU, Dec 26: Protesting against the ropeway project, a 72-hour shutdown call given by the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangarsh Samiti on Thursday entered the second day in Katra town of Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir. All the stakeholders including pony owners, shopkeepers and other traders are protesting against the proposed ropeway project at Katrathe base camp of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine. The businesses in Katra town remained completely closed since morning on the second day of [] The post Katra Observes Total Shutdown On Day 2 In Protest Against Ropeway Project appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Israeli strike kills five Palestinian journalists in Gaza, officials say
Gazas Health Ministry says an Israeli strike killed five Palestinian journalists outside a hospital overnight
Height of cruelty: Priyanka slams police action against job seekers in Patna
New Delhi, Dec 26: Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday slammed the BJP over the police action on job seekers in Patna, saying the ruling partys only vision is to save its chair and whoever demands employment is oppressed. Chaos erupted during a protest in Patna on Wednesday over the alleged leak of a question paper of the December 13 combined preliminary exam conducted by the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC), prompting the state police to baton charge job [] The post Height of cruelty: Priyanka slams police action against job seekers in Patna appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rajasthan tanker fire: Death toll rises to 19 as man succumbs to burns
JAIPUR, Dec 26: The death toll in a tanker-fire incident in Rajasthan has gone up to 19 with another man succumbing to his severe burn injuries at the Sawai Man Singh (SMS) hospital here on Thursday. SMS hospital superintendent Dr Sushil Bhati informed that one more death was recorded on Thursday, taking the total number of fatalities in the horrific incident to 19. Currently, 11 people are undergoing treatment at the hospital, he said, adding that two or three of [] The post Rajasthan tanker fire: Death toll rises to 19 as man succumbs to burns appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
VP Dhankhar to visit J&K tomorrow
New Delhi: The Vice-President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar, will be on an one day tour ofJammu (Jammu & Kashmir) on 27th December, 2024. During his visit, the Vice-President will preside as Chief Guest at the 10th convocation of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University at Matrika Auditorium SMVDU Campus. Vice-President will also visit Mata Vaishno Devi [] The post VP Dhankhar to visit J&K tomorrow appeared first on Northlines .
HIL propelled us to greater heights, same can be expected for womens team: Harmanpreet
Rourkela, Dec 26: India mens team skipper Harmanpreet Singh believes the womens national side will benefit from the Hockey India League like it benefitted his set of players, putting them on the path of regaining Olympic glory. While the mens competition will have eight teams, six sides will feature in womens event which is being held for the first time. The Indian mens hockey team won back-to-back Olympic medals after a hiatus of 50 years. The impact of the HIL [] The post HIL propelled us to greater heights, same can be expected for womens team: Harmanpreet appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CWC meeting in Belagavi: Cong to rededicate itself to protect Mahatma Gandhis legacy
BELAGAVI: Ahead of its extended CWC meeting here, the Congress on Thursday said it will rededicate itself to protect, preserve, and promote Mahatma Gandhis legacy which is under systematic assault by the ideological brotherhood that fought him bitterly. In a bid to get battle-ready for challenges ahead, the Congress will decide on an action plan []
J&K Bank Shares Jump 7% After Amitava Chatterjee Appointed As MD & CEO
NEW DELHI, Dec 26: Jammu and Kashmir Bank shares jumped 7.4 per cent in Thursdays trade, logging an intraday high at Rs 105.44 per share on BSE. The stock gained after the banks board appointed Amitava Chatterjee as managing director and chief executive officer of the bank for a period of 3 years to be effective from December 30, 2024. Around 11:32 AM, J&K Bank shares were up 4.82 per cent at Rs 102.85 per share on BSE. In comparison, [] The post J&K Bank Shares Jump 7% After Amitava Chatterjee Appointed As MD & CEO appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Over 1,500 inmates escape from Mozambique prison : Reports
MAPUTO, Dec 26: A mass prison break took place in the central maximum security prison near the Mozambican capital of Maputo following riots sparked by the announcement of the final results of the countrys presidential election, media reported On Monday, the Constitutional Council of Mozambique confirmed the results of the October election, which resulted in the victory of the ruling party FRELIMOs candidate, Daniel Chapo. Following the announcement, riots started across the country. We confirm the escape, but our teams [] The post Over 1,500 inmates escape from Mozambique prison : Reports appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Afghan govt lodges protest with Pakistan over airstrikes
KABUL, Dec 26: The Afghan Foreign Ministry has summoned the charge daffaires of Pakistan in Kabul over the bombing of Afghanistans western province of Paktika by the Pakistani air force. Earlier on Wednesday, Hamdullah Fitrat, the deputy spokesman of the Taliban-led (under UN sanctions for terrorism) Afghan Government, said that 46 people were killed in the Pakistani air forces raid on Paktika. As a sign of strong protest, the ministry handed the Pakistani diplomat a note condemning the recent airstrikes, [] The post Afghan govt lodges protest with Pakistan over airstrikes appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jal Shakti Ministry sets 2025 targets for full rural tap water coverage
NEW DELHI, Dec 26: The Jal Shakti Ministry has set 2025 as its new target to achieve the ambitious goals of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) and Swachh Bharat Mission-Gramin (SBM-G), after missing the 2024 deadline to provide tap water connections to all rural households. The ministry also aims to ensure universal Open Defecation [] The post Jal Shakti Ministry sets 2025 targets for full rural tap water coverage appeared first on Northlines .
New Delhi, Dec 26: The Jal Shakti ministry has set its sights on 2025 to achieve the ambitious targets of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) and Swachh Bharat Mission-Gramin (SBM-G) after falling short of the 2024 deadline to provide tap water connections to all rural households. The ministry also aims to ensure universal Open Defecation Free (ODF) Plus status for villages while advancing ecological restoration under the Namami Gange Programme. Over 15.37 crore rural households out of a total of [] The post Jal Shakti Ministry Eyes 2025 To Complete Tap Water Connections In Rural India, Achieve Sanitation Goals appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kashmir experiences intense cold wave, light snowfall expected this weekend
SRINAGAR, Dec 26: Kashmir Valley reeling under the grip of an intense cold wave, with minimum temperatures plunging well below freezing, officials said on Thursday. The region is expected to experience light snowfall over the higher reaches on Friday and Saturday due to the influence of a Western Disturbance. Srinagar recorded a minimum temperature of [] The post Kashmir experiences intense cold wave, light snowfall expected this weekend appeared first on Northlines .
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Bangladesh 2024: Hasina flees to India, her dramatic ouster casts shadow over Dhaka-Delhi ties
Bangladesh has seen significant changes with the ousting of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who fled to India amid protests. Relations with India may be impacted, especially with the interim leader Muhammad Yunus calling for her extradition. The interim government faces accusations of genocide, while economic and political stability remains uncertain.
Metropolitan Stock Exchange to raise Rs 238 cr; secures backing from prominent investors
NEW DELHI, Dec 26: The Metropolitan Stock Exchange of India (MSE) is set to raise Rs 238 crore from four entities including Billionbrains Garage Ventures, Growws parent, and Zerodhas Rainmatter Investments in a bid to stay afloat. Others who invested in MSEI are BSE-listed Share India Securities, and Securocorp Securities India. The exchanges board in its meeting on Tuesday approved the issuance of 1.19 billion equity shares at Rs 2 per share, comprising Rs 1 face value and [] The post Metropolitan Stock Exchange to raise Rs 238 cr; secures backing from prominent investors appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
What Does It Mean for an AI System to Reach Human-Level General Intelligence?
by Michael Timothy Bennett and Elija Perrier OpenAIs o3 model has achieved human-level results on the ARC-AGI test, scoring 85 per cent, surpassing previous AI systems. This marks a potential step towards artificial general intelligence (AGI), as it demonstrates adaptability and the ability to generalise from limited data. However, questions remain about its true capabilities, [] The post What Does It Mean for an AI System to Reach Human-Level General Intelligence? appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Former Presidential candidate in Taiwan, Ko Wen-je, indicted for corruption
TAIPEI, Dec 26: Prosecutors in Taiwan indicted former presidential candidate and Taiwan Peoples Party founder Ko Wen-je on corruption charges Thursday, accusing him of taking bribes during his time as mayor of the islands capital. Ko, a former mayor of Taipei, is accused of accepting bribes related to a real estate development during his time in office, according to the prosecutors statement. Hes also accused of embezzling political donations. If convicted on all charges, he faces a possible 28.5 [] The post Former Presidential candidate in Taiwan, Ko Wen-je, indicted for corruption appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Body of man found in J&Ks Poonch
Body of a 30-year-old man has been found in Mendhar area of Poonch district, officials said on Wednesday. They said that the body of Mohammad Javed resident of Mankote, was found beneath a nallah (rivulet) in Mendhar. A police party reached the spot and later shifted the body to SDH Mendhar for legal formalities, they []
Kashmir Reels Under Intense Cold Wave Conditions Across
SRINAGAR, Dec 26: Intense cold wave conditions prevailed across Kashmir as the minimum temperatures settled several degrees below the freezing point, officials said on Thursday. There is a possibility of light snowfall over the higher reaches on Friday and Saturday as a Western Disturbance is set to impact the region, they said. The night temperature dropped at most places in Kashmir as the valley continued to reel under freezing conditions. The fall in the mercury led to the freezing of [] The post Kashmir Reels Under Intense Cold Wave Conditions Across appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Body of man found in Mendhar Poonch
Jammu: Body of a 30-year-old man has been found in Mendhar area of Poonch district, officials said on Wednesday. They said that the body of Mohammad Javed resident of Mankote, was found beneath a nallah (rivulet) in Mendhar. A police party reached the spot and later shifted the body to SDH Mendhar []
Full Military Honours Accorded To 3 Soldiers Killed In J&K Accident
Belagavi (Karnataka), Dec 26: Glowing tributes were paid on Thursday to three soldiers from Karnataka, who were killed in an accident in Jammu and Kashmir on December 24. Kundapuras Anoop Pujari (33), Mahesh Nagappa Marigond (25) from Bagalkote and Dayanand Thirakannavar (44) from Belagavi were among the five killed after their vehicle plunged into a gorge in Poonch district, Jammu and Kashmir. They were from the 11 Maratha Light Infantry. Their bodies were flown to Belagavi on Thursday where they [] The post Full Military Honours Accorded To 3 Soldiers Killed In J&K Accident appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Muslim Organisations Express Outrage Over Renewed Sale of The Satanic Verses in India
LUCKNOW: Some Muslim organisations have strongly condemned the renewed sale of Salman Rushdies controversial book The Satanic Verses in India and appealed to the central government to reinstate the ban on it. Rushdies book has returned to Indian bookshelves, 36 years after it was banned by the Rajiv Gandhi government in 1988. Currently, The Satanic [] The post Muslim Organisations Express Outrage Over Renewed Sale of The Satanic Verses in India appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Cyberattack hits Japan Airlines; flights delayed, ticket sales suspended
Japan Airlines (JAL) announced on Thursday that its network had been targeted by a cyberattack, leading to delays of up to an hour for at least 14 domestic flights and disruptions to some international flights as well, Kyodo News reported. The airline reported that the issues began at approximately 7:25 am, prompting it to suspend []
Tick in Securities Trading Characteristics & Working
Every day for newcomers in the stock market can bring a new learning experience. But even seasoned players occasionally stumble upon concepts that feel brand new, like tick trading. While tick trading may seem to be a little confusing, a closer look may make it a valuable tool. It can help you understand the market []
Kashmir Witnesses Freezing Temperatures, Srinagar Freezes at Minus 7 Deg Celsius
SRINAGAR: The Kashmir Valley continued to reel under intense cold wave conditions on the sixth night of Chilai Kalan. Srinagar and Qazigund recorded identical lows of -7.0C, while Pahalgam dipped to -8.6C. Pulwama, Shopian, and Anantnag shared the coldest spots in the region, with all three recording a bone-chilling -9.3C. Larnoo was freezing at -8.9C, [] The post Kashmir Witnesses Freezing Temperatures, Srinagar Freezes at Minus 7 Deg Celsius appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Low visibility procedures in place, flights remain on schedule: Delhi airport issues advisory
Low visibility procedures are currently being implemented at Delhi Airport, but all flights are operating as scheduled, according to an official advisory issued on Thursday. In a post on social media platform X, Delhi Airport stated, Low Visibility Procedures are in progress at Delhi Airport. All flight operations are presently normal. The authorities further advised []
J&K: Army, local forest officials extinguish forest fire in Kellar Range
A potentially devastating forest fire that occurred in the Kellar Range near Bhaderwah of the Doda district was successfully extinguished through the combined efforts of the Indian Army 4 Rashtriya Rifles (Bravo company) and the local forest officials, as per a press release by the Indian Army. Range Officer Suresh Jamwal, and his team coordinated []
Konstas scores fifty as Australia reach 112/1 at lunch on day 1
Melbourne: Teenager Sam Konstas scored a quick-fire fifty on debut as Australia raced to 112 for 1 at lunch on the opening day of the Boxing Day Test here on Thursday.The 19-year-old debutant's 60 off 65 balls included six fours and two sixes, both coming off Jasprit Bumrah, rattling the Indian pace spearhead. Konstas collected 16 runs off Bumrah's fourth over as he smashed two fours and a maximum. It was the first six the Indian pacer conceded in Test cricket in nearly four years. However, Ravindra Jadeja put an end to Konstas' entertaining innings by trapping him leg before in the 20th over. The series is levelled at 1-1. Brief Scores: Australia 112 for 1 in 25 overs (Sam Konstas 60, Usman Khawaja 38 not out; Ravindra Jadeja 1/20).
Church in Varanasi celebrates Christmas with Bhojpuri carols
Mahamoorganj Church in Varanasi celebrated Christmas with Bhojpuri carols. This tradition began in 1986 to make services more accessible to the local community. Celebrations also took place at St. Joseph Cathedral in Lucknow, attracting large crowds and visitors of different faiths. Increased police presence ensured smooth traffic flow and crowd control.
Akhada Parishad dismisses Gurpatwant Pannun's threat for Maha Kumbh as tactic to divide communities
The Akhada Parishad condemned Sikh separatist leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannu for threatening to disrupt the Magh Mela. Pannu has been labeled a terrorist by the Indian government. The Akhada Parishad President emphasized the unity between Sikhs and Hindus and dismissed the threats as attempts to cause division. He assured that such extremists are not taken seriously.
