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Nirav Modis prison move creates complications for Bank of India trial in UK
LONDON, Dec 5 : Fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi, wanted in India to face fraud and money laundering charges, is forced to share a small prison cell with a shared desk with other inmates without access to most of his legal paperwork, the High Court in London was told on Friday. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The 54-year-old accused in the estimated USD 2 billion Punjab National Bank (PNB) loan scam was shifted from HMP Thameside in south [] The post Nirav Modis prison move creates complications for Bank of India trial in UK appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
We can move, speak freely our biggest achievement: Abdullah
Some party leaders speaking against NC, Govt Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 5: The National Conference (NC) president and former Chief Minister, Dr Farooq Abdullah, today said that the biggest achievement of the Omar-led Government in its first year is that people can move and speak freely. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Addressing the media on the 120th birth anniversary of NC founder, late Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah, at his mausoleum in Hazratbal area of Srinagar, Abdullah said that the [] The post We can move, speak freely our biggest achievement: Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India, Russia explore cooperation on small modular reactors, floating nuclear power plants
NEW DELHI, Dec 5: Selection of a site for building a second nuclear power plant with Russian reactors in India and cooperation on small modular reactors figured prominently during summit talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday. The two sides discussed cooperation in the civil nuclear energy domain in the context of ramping up generation of clean energy. Energy security has been a strong and vital pillar of the India-Russia partnership. Our decades-old cooperation [] The post India, Russia explore cooperation on small modular reactors, floating nuclear power plants appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Reimagining Learning Through Art at IIM Jammu
Brushstrokes of Change Prof. Shyam Narayan Lal pro@iimj.ac.in In contemporary higher education, a renewed emphasis on creativity, interdisciplinarity, and cultural rootedness-clearly outlined in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020-is reshaping how institutions conceive their learning environments. Management education, once grounded primarily in metrics, models, and behavioural frameworks, is now being reimagined as a holistic journey-one that cultivates emotional intelligence, aesthetic sensitivity, and the capacity to think across disciplinary boundaries. Within this national shift, IIM Jammu is fast emerging as a [] The post Reimagining Learning Through Art at IIM Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM pledges support to SKIMS for capital investment
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 5: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today presided over the 43rd Foundation Day celebrations of the Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), reaffirming the Governments commitment to expanding healthcare infrastructure and strengthening tertiary care in Jammu and Kashmir. The event was attended by Minister for Health & Medical Education Sakeena Masood Itoo, Minister for Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Javid Ahmad Dar and Advisor to Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, [] The post CM pledges support to SKIMS for capital investment appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sangarsh Samiti stages massive protest over admissions in SMVD Medical College
Tawi Bridge blocked, effigies of Shrine Board & CM torched Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 5: Ever busy main Tawi Bridge remained blocked for over an hour as the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangarsh Samiti today staged a massive protest on Friday against the admission of students from a particular community to the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence. Click here to watch video During the protest, protestors torched effigies of the Shrine Board and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah [] The post Sangarsh Samiti stages massive protest over admissions in SMVD Medical College appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG inaugurates community halls, launches Nayi Chetna 4.0 campaign
Excelsior Correspondent ZANSKAR, Dec 5: The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta today reaffirmed the UT Administrations unwavering commitment to inclusive growth, grassroots empowerment and improved public infrastructure across the Union Territory. He was addressing a public meeting in Zanskar after dedicating a series of important development initiatives to the people, describing them as significant milestones that will strengthen the regions foundation for long-term progress. Speaking on the occasion, Gupta said that the initiatives inaugurated today reflect the Administrations firm [] The post LG inaugurates community halls, launches Nayi Chetna 4.0 campaign appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Doctrine of Atma Nirbhar-Bharat gets a boost
Ashwani Kumar Chrungoo ashwanikc2012@gmail.com The vision of Atma Nirbhar-Bharat (self-reliant India) was adopted by the government of India headed by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi immediately after the assumption of power in 2014 as its doctrine of governance. Policies of the government made it a fundamental aspect of all major decisions having short-term and long-term impact upon the onward march of the nation. Its reflection can be found in many fields like manufacturing, import and export, technology, defence production and [] The post Doctrine of Atma Nirbhar-Bharat gets a boost appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mobile phone import drops to 0.02 pc of local demand in 2024-25 from 75 pc in 2014-15
NEW DELHI, Dec 5 : Mobile phone imports in the country have become almost negligible at around 0.02 per cent of domestic demand in 2024-25 from 75 per cent 10 years ago, according to data shared in Parliament on Friday. Minister of State for electronics and IT Jitin Prasada, in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha, shared that production of electronic goods has increased 6 times to Rs 11.3 lakh crore in 2024-25 from 1.9 lakh crore in 2014-15, [] The post Mobile phone import drops to 0.02 pc of local demand in 2024-25 from 75 pc in 2014-15 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bank of Baroda cut repo-linked interest rate, others to follow suit
NEW DELHI, Dec 5: Hours after the RBI slashed key policy rate, state-owned Bank of Baroda announced an interest rate cut on loans linked to repo rate by 25 basis points, a development to be followed by other lenders. Baroda Repo Based Lending Rate (BRLLR) to come down to 7.90 per cent as against the existing 8.15 per cent, Bank of Baroda said in a regulatory filing. The new rate would be effective from December 6, it said. Another state-owned [] The post Bank of Baroda cut repo-linked interest rate, others to follow suit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India, Russia fertiliser firms ink pact to set up USD 1.2 bn greenfield urea unit
NEW DELHI, Dec 5 : Indias three fertiliser companies RCF, IPL and NFL on Friday signed an MoU with Russias Uralchem to set up a greenfield urea plant with an estimated investment of USD 1.2 billion, according to sources. The installed annual capacity of the greenfield plant, to be set up in a Russian city, will be 2 million tonnes. The plant is expected to be operational by mid-2028, they said. India, which is a net importer of [] The post India, Russia fertiliser firms ink pact to set up USD 1.2 bn greenfield urea unit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bankers say door open for more easing from RBI
MUMBAI, Dec 5 : Bankers said the RBIs 0.25 per cent rate cut on Friday leaves the door open for further easing to help strengthen the GDP growth for longer. The decision to cut rates while keeping the door open for future easing helps buffer the economy against potential unexpected shocks or external headwinds, C S Setty, the chairman of largest lender SBI, who also chairs the industry lobby grouping IBA, said in a statement. Setty added that the rate [] The post Bankers say door open for more easing from RBI appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IMF exploring Cyclone Ditwah recovery support for Sri Lanka
COLOMBO, Dec 5: The IMF is exploring ways to support Sri Lanka in its recovery process following Cyclone Ditwah, which has caused widespread destruction in the island nation and left over 450 dead. At a press briefing on Thursday, International Monetary Fund (IMF) spokesperson Julie Kozack said that the Washington-based global lender is continuing to support Sri Lankas recovery, reform, and resilience under the Extended Fund Facility arrangement. Staff and the Sri Lankan authorities reached a StaffLevel Agreement on the [] The post IMF exploring Cyclone Ditwah recovery support for Sri Lanka appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
2nd Federation Cup Lacrosse Cship begins
Excelsior Sports Correspondent KATRA, Dec 5: The 2nd Federation Cup Lacrosse Championship 2025 commenced at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sports Complex, here today with MLA Katra Baldev Raj Sharma inaugurating the event. A total of 16 teams from across the country are participating in the prestigious competition. The ceremony opened with a welcome address by Farooq Ahmad Salroo, CEO of the J&K Lacrosse Association, followed by the chief guests encouraging remarks. In his address, MLA Katra expressed delight over the [] The post 2nd Federation Cup Lacrosse Cship begins appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
EU regulators hit Elon Musks X with 120 million euro fine for breaching blocs social media law
LONDON, Dec 5: European Union regulators on Friday fined Elon Musks social media platform X 120 million euros (USD 140 million) for failing to comply with the blocs digital regulations. The European Commission issued its decision following an investigation it opened two years ago into X under the 27-nation blocs Digital Services Act. Also known as the DSA, its a sweeping rulebook that requires platforms to take more responsibility for protecting European users and cleaning up harmful or illegal content [] The post EU regulators hit Elon Musks X with 120 million euro fine for breaching blocs social media law appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Shopian Idol Season-2 concludes
Excelsior Correspondent SHOPIAN, Dec 5: Grand finale of Shopian Idol Season-2 was held today at Government Degree College,Shopian marking the culmination of second edition of annual District Level talent show for aspirant singers of the district. The event, a major youth- oriented talent initiative was organised by the District Administration Shopian under the guidance of Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta under the banner of Nasha Mukht Bharat Abhiyan. Seven finalists of the Shopian Idol enthralled audience with scintillating singing [] The post Shopian Idol Season-2 concludes appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Minister lays foundation stone for Nagbal Playfield at Ladoora
Excelsior Sports Correspondent BARAMULLA, Dec 5: In a significant step towards strengthening the sports infrastructure in north Kashmir, Minister for Agriculture Production Department, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Javid Ahmad Dar, laid foundation stone for development of Nagbal Playfield at Ladoora, Rafiabad, here today. The project is being executed by the J&K Sports Council with an estimated cost of Rs 70.00 lakh. The Minister said that the Government is vigorously strengthening the sports infrastructure with modern facilities to support the [] The post Minister lays foundation stone for Nagbal Playfield at Ladoora appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UT Netball Championship 2025 commences
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 5: The UT Netball Championship 2025 began today at Dogra Ground, Shastri Nagar, Jammu, with great energy and enthusiasm. Teams from across the Union Territory are competing, displaying remarkable talent and sportsmanship. The championship will continue tomorrow, culminating in a closing ceremony that will mark the grand conclusion of this vibrant sporting event. Organisers have invited all sports enthusiasts and community members to attend and witness the exciting matches. The post UT Netball Championship 2025 commences appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Heritage School Jammu holds programme
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 5: Heritage School Jammu celebrated its outstanding academic achievers for the session 202425 with an elegant and inspiring ceremony that highlighted dedication, consistency and scholastic brilliance. Devayani Rana, MLA Nagrota Constituency, graced the occasion as the chief guest. A UCLA Economics alumna and a committed public leader, her presence added prestige to the event attended by Chairman Sunil Gupta, the Board of Trustees and proud parents. The programme began with the traditional lighting of the lamp [] The post Heritage School Jammu holds programme appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Srinagar to host District Ball Badminton Cship
Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 5: The District Srinagar Ball Badminton Association, in collaboration with the J&K Ball Badminton Association, is set to conduct the My Youth My Pride District Srinagar Ball Badminton Championship for Boys and Girls 2025-26. The event, held under the My Youth My Pride initiative of the J&K Sports Council, aims to promote sports at the grassroots level and provide a competitive platform for young talent. The two-day championship, sponsored by the J&K Sports Council, will [] The post Srinagar to host District Ball Badminton Cship appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The large-scale excavation at Zehanpora in Baramulla has opened a remarkable and unexpected chapter in Kashmirs civilisational history. The discovery of a Kushan-era Buddhist complex-comprising a stupa, structural walls, pottery and copper artefacts-is far from an ordinary archaeological finding. It is, in fact, a revelation that challenges long-held assumptions about the Valleys cultural past and firmly positions Kashmir within the broader Buddhist landscape of the subcontinent. For decades, Jammu and Ladakh have been the known torchbearers of Buddhist heritage in [] The post Kashmirs Buddhist Legacy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Modi, Putin discuss ways to combat terror; condemn Pahalgam, Moscow attacks
Unveil measures to broaden trade, economic ties *Gita, Kashmiri Saffron PMs gifts to Russian Prez NEW DELHI, Dec 5:India and Russia on Friday called for an uncompromising global fight against terrorism without hidden agendas and double standards with Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserting that the menace is a direct attack on the values of humanity. At their summit talks, Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin condemned the terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmirs Pahalgam and Moscows Crocus City Hall and [] The post Modi, Putin discuss ways to combat terror; condemn Pahalgam, Moscow attacks appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 5: Jammu and Kashmir Polices State Investigation Agency (SIA) today conducted raids at two locations in Kashmir in connection with the Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) threat posters that had appeared in the Nowgam area of Srinagar in October. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The investigation into the case had earlier led the police to bust a major interstate white-collar terror module of JeM-Ansar Ghazwatul Hind (AGH), which was cracked last month and is believed to be [] The post SIA raids two locations appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
JKUT Junior Judo Cship on Dec 21
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 5: The Judo Association is set to organise the JKUT Junior Judo Championship-cum-Selection Trials on December 21 at the Indoor Sports Complex, Bhagwati Nagar Stadium, Jammu. The event is being conducted under the banner of the J&K Sports Council. Judokas selected from this championship will represent the Union Territory in the Junior National Judo Championship, scheduled to be held in Kolkata in the first week of January 2026. All participating athletes have been advised to [] The post JKUT Junior Judo Cship on Dec 21 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CEO suspends 2 teachers, stops staffs salary
Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Dec 5: In a firm and uncompromising move to strengthen accountability in the districts education system, Chief Education Officer Rajouri, Mohammad Hafiz today placed two Govt teachers under suspension, withheld salary of the staff of 11 schools for poor performance/ various violations and issued notices to 34 other schools for not providing Mid-Day Meals to the students. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The action has been taken by the CEO against the erring staff members [] The post CEO suspends 2 teachers, stops staffs salary appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Langers Central deputation extended
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 5: The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the Health and Family Welfare Ministrys proposal to extend the Central deputation of 2009 batch IAS officer Raghav Langer, who is serving as Secretary of the National Medical Commission. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp As per an order, his tenure has been extended by one year beyond October 3, 2025, or until further orders, whichever is earlier. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has [] The post Langers Central deputation extended appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India-Russia Summit-Level Talks | Terror strikes in Pahalgam or Crocus, roots are same: PM
Terrorism an Assault on Humanity; IndiaRussia to intensify counter-terror efforts New Delhi, Dec 5:Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday asserted that both the countries are determined to fight terror and its sponsors, and dismantle their ecosystem. During summit-level talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin at New Delhi, PM Modi said [] The post India-Russia Summit-Level Talks | Terror strikes in Pahalgam or Crocus, roots are same: PM appeared first on Northlines .
CM seeks Rs 250-Cr patient-centric project SKIMS
Srinagar, Dec 5:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday hailed the contribution of Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) in revolutionising healthcare in Jammu and Kashmir, even as he expressed concern over its administrative functioning. Omar claimed that the key files of the institute are not being routed through him or the Health Minister. Speaking at [] The post CM seeks Rs 250-Cr patient-centric project SKIMS appeared first on Northlines .
USBRL project generated over 5 Cr man-days of employment: Minister
Survey for BaramullaUri line complete; DPR prepared to boost Kashmirs rail connectivity New Delhi, Dec 5:Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday said that the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project generated more than 5 crore man-days of employment. While addressing the Rajya Sabha Vaishnaw said the USBRL project significantly boosted connectivity and economic activity [] The post USBRL project generated over 5 Cr man-days of employment: Minister appeared first on Northlines .
43rd Foundation Day: CM Omar pledges support to SKIMS for capital investment
Asks institute to conceptualise high-impact, high-value project Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday presided over the 43rd Foundation Day celebrations of the Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), reaffirming the Governments commitment to expanding healthcare infrastructure and strengthening tertiary care in Jammu and Kashmir. The event was []
Omar pays homage to Sher-e-Kashmir
Srinagar Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday paid homage at the Mazar of Sher-e-Kashmir Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah, recalling the unparalleled role played by the iconic leader in shaping the political and social landscape of Jammu & Kashmir. Braving the sharp winter cold, the Chief Minister visited Naseembagh, Hazratbal, where he led the commemoration held on []
Fog, dry weather to continue across Valley
Srinagar Night temperatures recorded an improvement across Jammu and Kashmir on Friday, with most stations in the Valley and Jammu region showing a rise from previous nights, while the Meteorological Department said that fog and dry weather will continue across the Kashmir Valley. Sub-zero conditions, however, continued in several higher reaches of the Union Territory, []
Combined Competitive Exams: JKSA seeks intervention of LG, CM to end uncertainty over age relaxation
Prolonged delay has left aspirants anxious, uncertain Srinagar The Jammu & Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Friday expressed deep concern and disappointment over the prolonged uncertainty regarding the demand for age relaxation for aspirants of the Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) Combined Competitive Examination (JKAS/CCE). National Convenor of Association, Nasir Khuehami, in a []
PDP asks LG to clear proposal to increase upper age limit in J&K
Srinagar Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Friday urged Lt Governor Manoj Sinha to approve the Jammu and Kashmir governments proposal, seeking an increase in the upper age limit for the combined competitive examination. PDP MLA Waheed-ur-Rehman Parra said a favourable approval before the examination, scheduled to take place on December 7, would reflect compassion, fairness []
CS reviews health infra projects worth 1,000 cr
Jammu Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Friday held a meeting to conduct a comprehensive review of several key projects underway in the Health and Medical Education (H&ME) Department. The review covered the progress of Critical Care Blocks (CCBs) being established across districts under the Pradhan MantriAyushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM), developments made under the []
Fog, dry weather to continue across Jammu Hills, Valley
Jammu Tawi, Dec 5:Night temperatures recorded an improvement across Jammu and Kashmir on Friday, with most stations in the Valley and Jammu region showing a rise from previous nights, while the Meteorological Department said that fog and dry weather will continue across the Kashmir Valley. Sub-zero conditions, however, continued in several higher reaches of the [] The post Fog, dry weather to continue across Jammu Hills, Valley appeared first on Northlines .
J&K Police committed to maintaining safety, security in region: IGP Kashmir
Srinagar IGP Kashmir V. K. Birdi, IPS, chaired a review meeting on the ongoing monitoring of under-trial cases with district SSPs, Law Officers and Pairvi Officers of Kashmir Zone at PCR Kashmir on Friday. The meeting was attended by all range DIsG, district SSsP, Law Officers, Public Prosecutors and Pairvi Officers. IGP Kashmir opened the []
IndiGo breakdown hits flyers in Jammu, Srinagar
Endless waits, no clarity on refunds leaves passengers fuming Srinagar, Dec 5:Chaos and frustration continued to grip air travellers on Friday as IndiGo Airlines faced large-scale operational disruptions, forcing mass cancellations and long delays at both Jammu and Srinagar airports. According to the details, the day saw scenes of confusion at both airports, with passengers [] The post IndiGo breakdown hits flyers in Jammu, Srinagar appeared first on Northlines .
J&K gets new 379 MBBS, 118 PG seats for 2025-26
New Delhi, Dec 5:The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare informed that the National Medical Commission (NMC) Friday said that Jammu and Kashmir has been allotted one new medical college along with 379 MBBS seats and 118 postgraduate seats for the academic session 202526. As per official figures submitted in the Lok Sabha, the ministry [] The post J&K gets new 379 MBBS, 118 PG seats for 2025-26 appeared first on Northlines .
Cancer cases show persistent rise in J&K
New Delhi, Dec 5:Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Friday informed Lok Sabha that Jammu & Kashmir has recorded a persistent rise in cancer cases over the last five years. As per the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and National Cancer Registry Programme (NCRP), the estimated number of cancer cases in J&K [] The post Cancer cases show persistent rise in J&K appeared first on Northlines .
20 of 23 OSC operational in J&K: Centre
New Delhi: Union Ministry of Women and Child Development on Thursday informed the Lok Sabha that Jammu and Kashmir has a total of 23 One Stop Centres (OSCs) approved under the Nirbhaya Fund out of which 20 are operational. The data presented in response to a parliamentary question states that J&K continues to expand its [] The post 20 of 23 OSC operational in J&K: Centre appeared first on Northlines .
J&K gets over Rs 1,801 Cr RDSS grant in 3 years
New Delhi, Dec 5:Jammu & Kashmir has received over Rs 1,800 crore in central grants under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) over the last three financial years, according to data tabled in the Lok Sabha. As per official figures, J&K has a sanctioned Gross Budgetary Support (GBS) of 4,803 crore under the scheme. Of [] The post J&K gets over Rs 1,801 Cr RDSS grant in 3 years appeared first on Northlines .
CS for timely completion of Rs 1,000 Cr health infra projects
Jammu Tawi, Dec 5:Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today held a meeting to conduct a comprehensive review of several key projects underway in the Health and Medical Education (H&ME) Department. The review covered the progress of Critical Care Blocks (CCBs) being established across districts under the Pradhan MantriAyushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM), developments made under [] The post CS for timely completion of Rs 1,000 Cr health infra projects appeared first on Northlines .
White Knight Corps GOC reviews air defence readiness
Jammu, Dec 5: The General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Armys White Knight Corps, Lieutenant General PK Mishra, on Friday reviewed the overall operational readiness of air defence brigades in forward areas in Jammu region. He was briefed on current preparedness levels, training activities and measures undertaken to enhance operational capability. The GOC White Knight [] The post White Knight Corps GOC reviews air defence readiness appeared first on Northlines .
Admissions at Vaishno Devi Medical College merit-based: Dy CM
Jammu Tawi, Dec 5: Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surender Chaudhary on Friday said that admissions to the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Medical College were made purely on merit through NEET and should not be viewed from a religious perspective. My point is that childrens education should not be judged on the scale of [] The post Admissions at Vaishno Devi Medical College merit-based: Dy CM appeared first on Northlines .
Railways adds extra coach to JammuDelhi Rajdhani amid flight delays
Jammu Tawi, Dec 5: In view of the ongoing IndiGo flight disruptions, Northern Railways on Friday announced the augmentation of an additional coach in the Jammu-New Delhi Rajdhani Express for the next seven days, beginning tonight, officials said. Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Uchit Singhal said the decision comes to facilitate stranded passengers and provide [] The post Railways adds extra coach to JammuDelhi Rajdhani amid flight delays appeared first on Northlines .
SIA raids on terror module in Srinagar, Ganderbal
Srinagar, Dec 5: The Jammu and Kashmir Polices State Investigation Agency (SIA) Friday carried out raids in Srinagar and Ganderbal districts as part of its investigations into the white collar terror module, officials said. The early morning raids were carried out by the SIA in Srinagar and Ganderbal districts in central Kashmir, including at the [] The post SIA raids on terror module in Srinagar, Ganderbal appeared first on Northlines .
97 pc forms digitised in phase 2 of SIR: EC
New Delhi, Dec 5: The Election Commission on Friday said over 49 crore or nearly 97 per cent of the enumeration forms have so far been digitised in the first stage of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in nine states and three union territories. In its daily Special Intensive Revision (SIR) bulletin, [] The post 97 pc forms digitised in phase 2 of SIR: EC appeared first on Northlines .
Jammu Kashmir Logs 2,665 Cervical Cancer Deaths in 11 Years
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir has seen an estimated 2,665 cervical cancer deaths between 2014 and 2023, according to data submitted to the Lok Sabha on Friday. The figures, part of a decade-long national registry, show a steady increase from 233 deaths in 2014 to 301 in 2023. Nationally, India reported 35,691 cervical cancer deaths during []
Unscheduled Power Cuts Hit Oxygen-Dependent Patients
SRINAGAR: Repeated and prolonged power outages across several areas of Kashmir have pushed residents to the edge, with families of oxygen-dependent patients saying the situation has become unbearable as temperatures continue to dip. Locals from different areas of Kashmir said that despite paying monthly tariffs on time, electricity is being snapped unpredictablysometimes for hours during []
2.7 Million Indians Living in Saudi Arabia, Says Government
SRINAGAR: More than 2.7 million Indians are currently living in Saudi Arabia, the Government of India has told Parliament, making the Kingdom one of the largest hubs of the Indian diaspora anywhere in the world. Of the total 2,747,551 Indian nationals residing there as of February 24, 2025, as many as 2,565,464 are employed, while []
Jammu Kashmir Police Book Serving Officer for Assault
SRINAGAR: Police in Jammu Kashmirs Doda district have registered an FIR against a serving police officer for alleged assault and unlawful restraint, asserting that no individual within the force is above the law. According to an official statement, a written complaint was filed on December 3, 2025 at Police Post DH Doda by Anzar Majid []
Jammu Kashmir Receives Over Rs 1,800 Crore in RDSS Grants in Three Years
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir has received more than Rs 1,800 crore in central grants under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme over the past three financial years, according to data placed before the Lok Sabha. Official figures show that the Union Territory has a sanctioned Gross Budgetary Support of Rs 4,803 crore under the scheme. Of []
Jammu Kashmir: E-Rickshaw Driver Dies After Vehicle Overturns
SRINAGAR: A young e-rickshaw driver was killed on Friday evening when his vehicle overturned near Linga Dandi on the BhaderwahKancer road, officials said. They said that the e-rickshaw, bearing registration JK06C, lost balance while negotiating a curve, causing it to flip. Locals rushed to the scene and alerted police, but the driver succumbed to injuries []
Jammu Kashmir Gets Rs 26.9 Crore for NCD Control Over Three Years: Centre
SRINAGAR: The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Friday told the Lok Sabha that Jammu Kashmir has been allocated a total of Rs 2,690.40 lakh over the last three financial years under the National Programme for Prevention and Control of Non-Communicable Diseases (NP-NCD). According to official figures, the UT received Rs 792 lakh []
CM Omar Seeks Rs 250-Crore Project to Boost SKIMS Patient Care
SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday hailed the contribution of Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) in revolutionising healthcare in Jammu and Kashmir, even as he expressed concern over its administrative functioning. Omar claimed that the key files of the institute are not being routed through him or the Health Minister. Speaking at the []
Jammu Kashmir Records Highest POCSO Case Disposal in Five Years: Govt
SRINAGAR: Jammu Kashmir recorded 42 cases under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act in 2025, with 23 of them concluded within the same year the highest number of disposals the UT has achieved in the past five years. Data presented by the Union Ministry of Law and Justice in the Lok []
Crime Rising, Police Must Rise Too
There is a dire need that men in Khaki in Jammu region should gird up loins to tackle crime befittingly as this scourge has increased out of proportions in this part of the Union Territory. What is more important for the police is to stop crime rather than investigating and taking on criminals head after [] The post Crime Rising, Police Must Rise Too appeared first on Northlines .
Indias Food-Security architecture is straining needing immediate reforms
PDS is still the best option for poor- It has to be streamlined, not given up By R. Suryamurthy Indias public distribution system (PDS)a sprawling, decades-old welfare mechanism that feeds 81 crore peoplehas managed to sustain an extraordinary scale of operations. Month after month, through pandemics, inflation shocks and erratic procurement cycles, the system [] The post Indias Food-Security architecture is straining needing immediate reforms appeared first on Northlines .
U.S. signals expansion of travel ban to 30 countries leading to big furore
Immigration and national security emerge as top political agenda for Trump in 2026 By Ashok Nilakantan Ayers NEW YORK: The Trump administration is preparing to dramatically widen its travel ban, potentially restricting entry from more than 30 countries, in what officials describe as an urgent response to national-security concerns and a series of [] The post U.S. signals expansion of travel ban to 30 countries leading to big furore appeared first on Northlines .
Tributes to Baba Saheb Dr. Ambedkar: From Labor leader to Nation Builder
Arjun Ram Meghwal Today, we commemorate the 70th Mahaparinirvan Day of Baba Saheb Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar, a larger-than-life figure and a champion of progressive measures that have shaped the course of modern human society. As a jurist, economist, philosopher, reformer, and above all, a nation-builder, his tireless efforts laid the foundation of modern India. He [] The post Tributes to Baba Saheb Dr. Ambedkar: From Labor leader to Nation Builder appeared first on Northlines .
German president visits WWII bombing site as Europe seeks to bolster united front against Russia
LONDON, Dec 5 : Germanys president laid a wreath Friday at Coventry Cathedral in central England, symbolically atoning for the atrocities of World War II as his country and the United Kingdom seek to bolster an alliance to combat the new war raging in Europe. Frank-Walter Steinmeiers pilgrimage commemorates the Nazi bombing of Coventry on the night of November 14, 1940, which destroyed the 14th-century Gothic cathedral, leaving behind a roofless ruin that stands as a reminder of the ravages [] The post German president visits WWII bombing site as Europe seeks to bolster united front against Russia appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
TEL AVIV, Dec 5: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu launched a sharply worded public attack against Tel Avivs state prosecutors on Thursday on the bribery case trial against him. In an English-language video posted, he slammed the prosecutors, and alleged that the corruption cases against him were farcical, a political trial designed to remove him from power. The message, posted days after he formally sought a presidential pardon, was framed as a response to questions he said he had received [] The post Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu mocks bribery case trial; accuses prosecutors of pursuing a ludicrous political trial appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Gov. Walz denounces Trump for calling Minnesotas Somali community garbage
NEW YORK (US), Dec 5: Democratic Gov. Tim Walz denounced President Donald Trump on Thursday for calling Minnesotas Somali community garbage and dismissing the state as a hellhole. Walz said on Thursday that Trump slandered all Minnesotans and that his expressions of contempt for the states Somali community the largest in the U.S. were unprecedented for a United States president. Weve got little children going to school today who their president called them garbage. Republican legislative leaders stopped [] The post Gov. Walz denounces Trump for calling Minnesotas Somali community garbage appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Chinese official media highlights Putin calling India-China close friends of Russia
BEIJING, Dec 5 : Chinese official media on Friday highlighted President Vladimir Putins remarks calling both India and China the closest friends of Russia while emphasising that Moscow has no right to interfere in their bilateral ties. China, a close ally of Russia, is yet to officially comment on Putins visit to India, while keeping a close watch on the outcome. While Putins visit to India is largely ignored by the official media, which focused more on French President Emmanuel [] The post Chinese official media highlights Putin calling India-China close friends of Russia appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pak general accuses Imran Khan of orchestrating onslaught against armed forces
ISLAMABAD, Dec 5: A senior Pakistani general on Friday accused jailed former premier Imran Khan of orchestrating a well-planned onslaught against the armed forces through the media, describing him as a narcissistic and mentally sick person. Director-General Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of the army, Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhary, also warned Khan that such acts would no longer be tolerated. That threat emanates from a delusional mindset of a delusional person who has become captive to his [] The post Pak general accuses Imran Khan of orchestrating onslaught against armed forces appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Nepal PM holds meeting with Gen Z, political party representatives focusing on elections
KATHMANDU, Dec 5: Prime Minister Sushila Karki on Friday held an interaction with representatives of political parties, officials of the Election Commission and Gen Z group focusing on preparations for the general election next year. The discussion mainly focused on the issues pertinent to preparation for the House of Representatives (HoR) election slated for March 5, according to Prime Minister Offices sources. The joint meeting held at the PMs official residence at Baluwatar was attended by officials of the Election [] The post Nepal PM holds meeting with Gen Z, political party representatives focusing on elections appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Report: Iran launches massive missiles during naval drill near Strait of Hormuz
TEHRAN, Dec 5 : Iran launched massive missiles in the Sea of Oman and near the strategic Strait of Hormuz during the second day of a naval drill, state TV reported Friday. The report said the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard launched the missiles from the depth of Irans mainland, hitting targets in the Oman Sea and neighbouring area near Strait of Hormuz in a drill that began on Thursday. It identified the missiles as cruise Qadr-110, Qadr-380 and Ghadir that have [] The post Report: Iran launches massive missiles during naval drill near Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indian envoy discusses reconstruction needs with Sri Lankas Housing Minister after Cyclone Ditwah
COLOMBO, Dec 5 : Indian High Commissioner Santosh Jha met Sri Lankas Housing and Construction minister to discuss reconstruction and rehabilitation efforts following Cyclone Ditwah, which has killed 486 people so far in the island nation. Jhas meeting with Minister of Housing, Construction and Water Supply Susil Ranasinghe took place as Sri Lanka is grappling with widespread flooding, landslides and severe infrastructure collapse triggered by Cyclone Ditwah. It has left several districts isolated and severely straining the countrys disaster-response capacity. [] The post Indian envoy discusses reconstruction needs with Sri Lankas Housing Minister after Cyclone Ditwah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kashmiri Saffron, Assam Black Tea, Bhagavad Gita Among PM Modis Gifts To Putin
New Delhi, Dec 5: Flavourful Assam black tea, Kashmiri saffron, a handcrafted silver horse, an ornate tea set and a Russian edition of the Bhagavad Gita are among the gifts Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave to Russian President Vladimir Putin. A copy of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita presents Lord Krishnas guidance to Arjuna on duty, the eternal soul and spiritual liberation during the battle of the Mahabharata. Its timeless wisdom inspires ethical living, mind control and inner peace, with translations [] The post Kashmiri Saffron, Assam Black Tea, Bhagavad Gita Among PM Modis Gifts To Putin appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Modi, Putin discuss ways to combat terrorism; call for uncompromising global fight against it
India and Russia have called for an uncompromising global fight against terrorism, condemning recent attacks in Pahalgam and Moscow. Prime Minister Modi asserted that terrorism is a direct attack on humanity's values, while President Putin emphasized a zero tolerance policy. Both leaders committed to preventing terror financing and cross-border movement of terrorists.
Transfer Of High Court Judges Are Made In Public Interest: Govt
New Delhi, Dec 5: All transfers of high court judges are made in public interest for promoting better administration of justice and there is no timeline for such transfers, the government said on Friday. In a written reply in the Lok Sabha, Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal said that as per the memorandum of procedure (MoP) for appointment and transfer of high court judges, the proposal for transfer of high court judges is initiated by the Chief Justice of India [] The post Transfer Of High Court Judges Are Made In Public Interest: Govt appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
RAJOURI, Dec 5: The Chief Education Officer (CEO) Rajouri has ordered disciplinary action after an inspection of 200 schools found serious lapses in the Mid-Day Meal scheme and poor academic performance. Officials said 34 schools failed to serve meals as per the approved menu, while 11 schools showed poor academic results, including 7 that also violated MDM norms and 2 where meals were not cooked at all. They said two teachersFarnaz Kouser of PS Dhara Pathana and Mohammad Altaf of [] The post 2 Teachers Suspended; Action Initiated Against 34 Schools In Rajouri For MDM Lapses, Poor Performance appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Seat allocation by religion, not merit, is wrong: Mehbooba Mufti
Katra/Jammu: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Friday said that ignoring merit and demanding distribution of seats based on religion was wrong and would harm the social fabric of Jammu and Kashmir and the entire country. The political row erupted after the Shri Mata Vaishnodevi Medical College completed admissions through the NEET merit Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
SMVDIME Admission Row: Hindu Groups Demand Shifting Of Students, Hold March
Jammu, Dec 5: Several Hindu right wing groups took out a march in Jammu city on Friday demanding shifting of Muslim students from the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME) and reserving the seats there for Hindu students. The groups, under the banner of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti, took to the streets raising slogans against Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board. Protesters also burnt an effigy of the [] The post SMVDIME Admission Row: Hindu Groups Demand Shifting Of Students, Hold March appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhi Police Busts Interstate Arms Trafficking Module; Four Held With 8 Pistols, 30 Cartridges
New Delhi, Dec 5: The Delhi Police has busted an illegal firearms supply network operating in the national capital and Uttar Pradesh and arrested four men in this connection, an official said on Friday. Eight pistols and 30 live cartridges were recovered from the accused, he added. According to police, the crackdown began after a tip-off was received on November 19 that Babu (22) alias Aslam, previously involved in robbery, murder and theft cases, would arrive in Model Town to [] The post Delhi Police Busts Interstate Arms Trafficking Module; Four Held With 8 Pistols, 30 Cartridges appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar Abdullah Addresses 43rd Foundation Day Of SKIMS
SRINAGAR, Dec 5: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today presided over the 43rd Foundation Day celebrations of the Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), reaffirming the Governments commitment to expanding healthcare infrastructure and strengthening tertiary care in Jammu and Kashmir. The event was attended by Minister for Health & Medical Education Sakeena Masood Itoo; Minister for Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Javid Ahmad Dar and Advisor to Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani; Dr. M. [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Addresses 43rd Foundation Day Of SKIMS appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India-Russia To Achieve USD 100 Bn Bilateral Trade Target Before 2030: Modi
NEW DELHI, Dec 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday exuded confidence that the USD 100 billion bilateral trade target between India and Russia will be achieved ahead of 2030. Speaking at the India-Russia Business Forum, along with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Modi invited Russian businesses to come and Make In Indiaand partner with India. The Prime Minister recalled that last year, President Putin and he set a target of reaching USD 100 billion in bilateral trade by 2030. However, [] The post India-Russia To Achieve USD 100 Bn Bilateral Trade Target Before 2030: Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Joint Savings Accounts vs Individual Accounts: Key Differences
Sharing money is easier when the account fits your life goals. If you are managing family expenses with a spouse, supporting parents, or simply building an emergency fund for yourself, the choice between a joint savings account and an individual account matters. This quick guide keeps things easy to read, practical, and grounded in how Indian families actually bank. You will see where a joint setup shines, where a solo account is wiser, and how to keep both safe and [] The post Joint Savings Accounts vs Individual Accounts: Key Differences appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ignoring merit in education, demanding distribution of seats based on religion wrong: Mehbooba
KATRA/JAMMU:Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Friday said that ignoring merit and demanding distribution of seats based on religion was wrong and would harm the social fabric of Jammu and Kashmir and the entire country. The political row erupted after the Shri Mata Vaishnodevi Medical College completed admissions through the NEET merit list []
Third-Party Bike Insurance in J&K: Mandatory Rules and Common Mistakes
A new bike brings freedom on the winding roads of Jammu and Kashmir, yet the law expects responsibility at every turn. Just as third party bike insurance is mandatory across India, riders in the Union Territory must have a valid third-party insurance policy before touching the throttle. Skipping it invites legal trouble and financial exposure that can derail even a short commute. This article sets out the key rules that apply in J&K and pinpoints frequent errors that lead to [] The post Third-Party Bike Insurance in J&K: Mandatory Rules and Common Mistakes appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NEW DELHI, Dec 5: Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Friday ruled out extending the deadline for registering Waqf properties on the UMEED portal but said a way would be found for those who attempted registration but could not complete and that they will be exempted from penalties for the next three months. He also said that 1.51 lakh properties had been registered by Friday morning. The minister stressed that those mutawallis (Waqf property caretakers) who have not registered [] The post No Deadline Extension For Waqf Registration, 3 Month-Reprieve For Those Who Tried But Couldnt: Rijiju appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Industry-Academia Partnership No Longer By Choice, Sole Option For Growth: Dr Jitendra
NEW DELHI, Dec 5 : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh said here today that in present global scenario, Industry-Academia partnership is no longer by choice, but is the sole option for growth. He called for deeper and sustained collaboration between industry, academia, and government, stating that such partnerships are no longer optional [] The post Industry-Academia Partnership No Longer By Choice, Sole Option For Growth: Dr Jitendra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Srinagar, Dec 5: The Higher Education Department has issued fresh instructions to all universities and autonomous colleges across Jammu and Kashmir, directing them to strictly adhere to the Uniform Academic Calendar and refrain from conducting any examinations during the notified vacation periods. According to the comminique issued by Dr. Sheikh Ajaz Bashir, Director Colleges, J&K Higher Education Department, , all academic institutions, including the University of Kashmir, University of Jammu, Cluster Universities of Srinagar and Jammu, and autonomous colleges, have [] The post No Exams During Vacations: Higher Education Dept Directs Universities, Colleges To Follow Uniform Academic Calendar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Omar Abdullah Questions Absence of Officials at SKIMS Event
SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday expressed surprise over the absence of civil administration officials at a function at SKIMS, saying it reflected gaps in institutional coordination at a time when the premier medical institute required stronger support from the government. Speaking at the event, Omar said he had initially considered declining the invitation []
Jammu And Kashmir | Over 40 IndiGo Flights Cancelled; Passengers Left In The Lurch
Srinagar/Jammu, Dec 5: Chaotic scenes unfolded at the two commercial airports in Jammu and Kashmir on Friday after 13 IndiGo flights from Srinagar and 11 from Jammu were cancelled, prompting protests from hundreds of stranded passengers over the airlines alleged failure to respond to distress calls. IndiGo operations continued to witness disruptions nationwide due to pilot-rostering issues faced by the airline. On Friday, the airline was scheduled to operate 36 flights at the Srinagar airport 18 inbound and 18 [] The post Jammu And Kashmir | Over 40 IndiGo Flights Cancelled; Passengers Left In The Lurch appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PDP asks LG to clear proposal to increase upper age limit for combined competitive exams in JK
SRINAGAR Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Friday urged Lt Governor Manoj Sinha to approve the Jammu and Kashmir governments proposal, seeking an increase in the upper age limit for the combined competitive examination. PDP MLA Waheed-ur-Rehman Parra said a favourable approval before the examination, scheduled to take place on December 7, would reflect compassion, fairness []
RBI does not target any band for rupee, allows it to find its own level: Guv Malhotra
MUMBAI:Reserve Bank Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Friday said the central bank does not target any band for the rupee in the forex market, and allows the domestic currency to find its own correct level. The governors statement came at a time when the rupee breached the 90-mark against the US dollar, and is hovering near []
CIR Organises Orientation Program on Civil Services Preparation
Awantipora 05 December: The Centre for International Relations (CIR), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), organised an orientation programme under the CIR Coaching Academy titled How to Crack Civil Services: A Practical Roadmap. The session was delivered by Mr. Mir Mushtaq Qadir, a seasoned civil services mentor with over two decades of experience in [] The post CIR Organises Orientation Program on Civil Services Preparation appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Rupee falls 5 paise to close at 89.94 against US dollar after RBI cuts repo rate
MUMBAI, Dec 5: The rupee on Friday gave up its initial gains and settled for the day lower by 5 paise at 89.94 (provisional) against US dollar, after the Reserve Bank cut key benchmark interest rate for the first time in six months. Forex traders said the Reserve Bank of Indias (RBI) rate cut will weigh on the rupee, but RBIs decision to purchase government bonds worth up to Rs 1 lakh crore through open market operations (OMO), combined with [] The post Rupee falls 5 paise to close at 89.94 against US dollar after RBI cuts repo rate appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
