MARCOS Personnel Critically Injured During River Rescue Ops In J&Ks Uri
Srinagar, Mar 17: A marine commando (MARCOS) of the navy was critically injured during a rescue operation in the Jhelum River in J&Ks Baramulla district on Tuesday and was shifted to an army hospital for treatment, officials said. Officials said that a joint rescue operation was launched in the Uri area of Baramulla district after a woman jumped into the Jhelum River. The middle-aged woman, identified as a resident of Lagama Uri, is reported to have jumped into the river [] The post MARCOS Personnel Critically Injured During River Rescue Ops In J&Ks Uri appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
KC Tyagi quits JD(U), says will decide further course of action soon
New Delhi, Mar 17: Senior JD(U) leader K C Tyagi on Tuesday said that he has left the party and will decide his further course of action soon. Tyagi was associated with the JD(U) since it came into existence in October 2003 with the merger of the Samata Party and the Janata Dal. He served the JD(U) in various capacities including its chief general secretary, chief spokesperson and political adviser. Yes, I have left the party, Tyagi told PTI, when [] The post KC Tyagi quits JD(U), says will decide further course of action soon appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhi HC issues summons to Arnab Goswami on defamation case by Congress
New Delhi, Mar 17: The Delhi High Court on Tuesday issued summons to Republic TV Editor-in-Chief Arnab Goswami on a defamation case by the Congress, which alleged that he had falsely claimed that the Istanbul Congress Centre in Turkiye is the office of the political party. Justice Mini Pushkarna, however, refused to order an interim injunction against the content in the matter at this stage, observing that the broadcast was published in May 2025. The partys counsel alleged that the [] The post Delhi HC issues summons to Arnab Goswami on defamation case by Congress appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Stainless steel players say rising energy cost hits operation expenses
NEW DELHI, Mar 17: Indias stainless steel industry has raised concerns over rising global energy costs amid the West Asia crisis, saying the situation is impacting the overall operating expenses of their units. Supplies of critical industrial gases such as propane/LPG and LNG have been impacted due to ongoing military tensions involving the US, Israel and Iran in the Gulf of Persia, Rajamani Krishnamurti, President of Indian Stainless Steel Development Association (ISSDA), said. Geopolitical uncertainties typically influence global energy markets, [] The post Stainless steel players say rising energy cost hits operation expenses appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sunkonnect aims to eliminate up to 200 million tonnes of CO emissions in India by 2030
NEW DELHI, Mar 17: Sunkonnect, a renewable energy management consulting firm, on Tuesday said it aims to eliminate up to 200 million tonnes of CO emissions in India by 2030. The initiative aligns with and contributes to 20 per cent of the governments target, making Sunkonnect a significant private sector partner in the countrys national mission for a low-carbon future, the Singapore-based company said in a statement. As the Government of India charts a bold course to reduce the nations [] The post Sunkonnect aims to eliminate up to 200 million tonnes of CO emissions in India by 2030 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Renault re-launches Duster brand in India; eyes gains in volumes, mkt share
NEW DELHI, Mar 17: French carmaker Renault on Tuesday expanded its product range in India, with the introduction of the all-new version of mid-sized SUV Duster, as it plans to enhance its market share in the overall passenger vehicle segment. With Duster, the company now has four products in its portfolio. The other three brands are Kwid, Triber and Kiger. Overall, we want to come back as soon as possible to where we were (in terms of market share and [] The post Renault re-launches Duster brand in India; eyes gains in volumes, mkt share appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India working with global bodies to develop regulations for nutraceutical industry: Paswan
NEW DELHI, Mar 17: India is working with global regulatory bodies, like Codex Alimentarius Commission, to formulate regulations for the nutraceutical industry, which has huge growth potential, Food Processing Industries Minister Chirag Paswan said on Tuesday. Nutraceuticals are again one of the fastest-growing industries. When it comes to this particular sector, we need to have regulations in place, Paswan told reporters on the sidelines of an Assocham event. We are working closely with international regulatory bodies like Codex to have [] The post India working with global bodies to develop regulations for nutraceutical industry: Paswan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indias chemicals industry to reach $255 bn by 2030: McKinsey
NEW DELHI, Mar 17: Indias chemicals industry is set to outpace economic growth and expand to USD 230-255 billion by 2030, driven by emerging high-growth segments, according to a report by McKinsey & Company. The sector, currently valued at USD 155-165 billion, is projected to grow at a compound annual rate of 8-9 per cent despite global headwinds. The report identified eight high-growth arenas including semiconductors, electric vehicles and batteries, renewables, construction, aerospace and defence, auto components, bio-to-X and [] The post Indias chemicals industry to reach $255 bn by 2030: McKinsey appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indias young workforce growing and getting more educated: Report
NEW DELHI, Mar 17: India has made substantial progress in expanding access to higher education for youth in the last four decades, helping them move from agriculture to industry and services, and reduced gender and caste-based disparities, a report said. However, the State of Working India 2026 report stated that the challenges remain and the extent to which the large, increasingly educated, and aspirational cohort is absorbed into the labour market will determine whether Indias demographic dividend translates into an [] The post Indias young workforce growing and getting more educated: Report appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kaspersky to double down on India investments; mulls regional hub status
NEW DELHI, Mar 17: Global cybersecurity major Kaspersky is set to double down on its investments in India, citing stronger-than-expected financial performance and plans to use the country as a hub for regional services, according to a senior company official. In an interview with PTI, Adrian Hia, Managing Director, Kaspersky (APAC), said the company is considering basing its marketing, business development, and cloud operations in India to serve both local and regional customers. Following a strong double-digit growth in 2024, [] The post Kaspersky to double down on India investments; mulls regional hub status appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Satish Sanpal: The Indian Entrepreneur Driving ANAX Holdings Global Vision from Dubai
In the dynamic business landscape of the United Arab Emirates, Indian entrepreneurs have played a significant role in shaping several industries. Among them,Satish Sanpal, Founder and Chairman ofANAX Holding, has emerged as a prominent business leader whose ventures span real estate, hospitality, and financial services. Based in Dubai, Sanpal leads the investment group with a vision focused on innovation, diversification, and global partnerships. Over the years, his leadership has positioned ANAX Holding as a fast-growing enterprise that is actively exploring [] The post Satish Sanpal: The Indian Entrepreneur Driving ANAX Holdings Global Vision from Dubai appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC strikes down law limiting maternity leave to adoption of children under 3 moths
NEW DELHI, Mar 17: Observing that adoption is part of the right to reproductive autonomy, the Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down a law which said a woman would be eligible for maternity leave if she legally adopts a child below the age of three months. A bench of Justices J B Pardiwala and R Mahadevan held that an adoptive mother should be entitled to maternity leave of 12 weeks, irrespective of the age of the adopted child. Section 60(4) [] The post SC strikes down law limiting maternity leave to adoption of children under 3 moths appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
New Delhi, Mar 17: Underlining that if the trial was unlikely to conclude within a reasonable time, continued detention could result in curtailment of personal liberty, the Supreme Court has granted bail to Kashmiri separatist leader Shabir Ahmed Shah in jail in a terror funding case. A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta, which observed that there were bleak chances of the trials early disposal and the 74-year-old had been in custody for a prolonged period, however, imposed [] The post SC Cites Bleak Chance Of Trials Early Disposal, Long Incarceration To Grant Bail To Separatist Shabir Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Israel Says It Has Killed Head Of Irans Basij Militia
Dubai, Mar 17: Israel said on Tuesday it had killed the head of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards all-volunteer Basij force, a key force used to suppress demonstrations in the Islamic Republic, as Gulf Arab nations came under renewed missile and drone fire Tuesday from Iran. Dubai, a major transit hub for international travel, briefly shut its airspace as the military said it was responding to incoming missile and drone threats around the city, and a man was killed by the [] The post Israel Says It Has Killed Head Of Irans Basij Militia appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Sinha Reviews J&K Police Passing Out Parade at Talwara
Srinagar, Mar 17: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday reviewed the passing out parade of J&K Police constables at STC Talwara, extending his best wishes to the newly inducted recruits. In a post on X, the LG said he was confident that the future of Jammu and Kashmir rests in secure hands [] The post LG Sinha Reviews J&K Police Passing Out Parade at Talwara appeared first on Northlines .
Gold Futures Rise To Rs 1.56 Lakh/10g; Ends 3-Day Decline Amid Tensions In West Asia
New Delhi, Mar 17: Gold prices rebounded in futures trade on Tuesday, gaining Rs 922 to Rs 1.56 lakh per 10 grams, snapping a three-day losing streak amid persistent geopolitical tensions in West Asia. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, the yellow metal for April delivery increased by Rs 922, or 0.59 per cent, to Rs 1,56,658 per 10 grams in a business turnover of 7,761 lots. Gold prices saw a modest uptick on Tuesday, driven primarily by ongoing geopolitical tensions [] The post Gold Futures Rise To Rs 1.56 Lakh/10g; Ends 3-Day Decline Amid Tensions In West Asia appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sale of fake obesity drugs driven by high prices, weight-loss desire prompts health concern: Lancet
New Delhi, Mar 17 (PTI) Fake and falsified obesity drugs could be prompting a public health concern driven by high prices, a lack of insurance and desire to lose weight, according to a world report article published in The Lancet journal. Author Sophie Cousins, an Australian writer and health journalist based in south Asia, writes about how counterfeit Ozempic and Mounjaro are on sale in vacation areas in Mexico and at pharmacies on the border with the US. Shabbir Safdar, [] The post Sale of fake obesity drugs driven by high prices, weight-loss desire prompts health concern: Lancet appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Manoj Sinha Reviews Passing Out Parade At Talwara, Extends Wishes To J&K Police Recruits
Srinagar, Mar 17: The Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor on Tuesday reviewed the passing out parade of J&K Police constables at STC Talwara. In a post on X, office of J&K LG, Reviewed the Passing Out Parade of J&K Police Constables at STC, Talwara today. I can affirm with confidence that Jammu Kashmirs future rests in secure hands. My heartfelt best wishes to todays graduating bravehearts. May success and glory crown your paths. J&K Police has been instrumental in forging [] The post LG Manoj Sinha Reviews Passing Out Parade At Talwara, Extends Wishes To J&K Police Recruits appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Postal Department Launches Premium Services With 24-Hour And 48-Hour Delivery Guarantee
New Delhi, Mar 17: The Department of Posts on Tuesday rolled out three premium services, with 24-hour and 48-hour delivery guarantees for urgent and time-sensitive consignments. The services 24 Speed Post, 24 Speed Post Parcel, and 48 Speed Post were launched by Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia. Initially, these services are being rolled out in six cities Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad. The department will utilise dedicated processing and priority air transport to adhere to delivery [] The post Postal Department Launches Premium Services With 24-Hour And 48-Hour Delivery Guarantee appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Illegal Mining In J&K: 13,692 Vehicles Seized; 446 FIRs Lodged Over Two Years, Says Govt
JAMMU, Mar 17: Under a sustained crackdown on illegal mining across Jammu and Kashmir, more than 13,600 vehicles have been seized and 446 FIRs registered over the past two years, official data showed. According to official figures, a total of 6,219 vehicles were seized in 2024-25, while the number was 7,473 in 2025-26 (up to December 2025), taking the combined total to 13,692 vehicles. In terms of legal action, 212 FIRs were registered in 2024-25, whereas 234 were lodged in [] The post Illegal Mining In J&K: 13,692 Vehicles Seized; 446 FIRs Lodged Over Two Years, Says Govt appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sajad Lone Asks J&K Govt To Review EWS Criteria For Reservation In Jobs, Admissions
SRINAGAR, Mar 17: Citing official figures of Below Poverty Line (BPL) population in Kashmir Valley, Peoples Conference president Sajad Gani Lone has asked the J&K government to reconsider the asset-based criteria under the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category for reservation in jobs and admissions. In a post on X, Lone said that the BPL population in Kashmir exceeds that of Jammu, yet only one out of nine qualifiers in the EWS category in the recent KAS examination was from Valley. [] The post Sajad Lone Asks J&K Govt To Review EWS Criteria For Reservation In Jobs, Admissions appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LPG eKYC Mandatory Only for Unverified Consumers, Govt Clarifies
New Delhi: The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has clarified that LPG Biometric Aadhaar Authentication (eKYC) is mandatory only for consumers whose connections remain unauthenticated, addressing concerns over compulsory verification for all users. In a statement issued Monday, the ministry said the eKYC requirement applies selectively and is not needed for customers whose details [] The post LPG eKYC Mandatory Only for Unverified Consumers, Govt Clarifies appeared first on Northlines .
Lok Sabha Revokes Suspension Of 8 Opposition MPs With Immediate Effect
New Delhi, Mar 17: The Lok Sabha on Tuesday revoked with immediate effect the suspension of eight opposition members, who were suspended from the House on February 3 for unruly behaviour, after Congress leader K Suresh requested the House to consider the matter. Following the submissions by several opposition members, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said there was a need to draw a Laxman Rekha for the smooth functioning of the House, which both treasury and opposition benches agreed to. [] The post Lok Sabha Revokes Suspension Of 8 Opposition MPs With Immediate Effect appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Fire Engulfs Pahalgam Hotel; Man Killed in Fire Tender Accident
Srinagar, Mar 17: A major fire broke out early Tuesday at the Asal Resort hotel in Pahalgam, Anantnag district, south Kashmir, officials said. While no casualties were reported from the blaze itself, an employee of a nearby hotel died after being hit by a reversing fire tender during the firefighting operation. The fire engulfed three [] The post Fire Engulfs Pahalgam Hotel; Man Killed in Fire Tender Accident appeared first on Northlines .
Ladakh Admin Reassigns Charge Of Secretary To Lt Governor
LEH, Mar 16: In a minor administrative reshuffle, the Union Territory of Ladakh has reassigned the charge of Secretary to the Lieutenant Governor. As per an order issued by the General Administration Department, Dr Laltinkhuma Franklin, IAS, Commissioner/Secretary, has been relieved of the charge of Secretary to the Lt Governor with immediate effect. Meanwhile, Shashanka Ala, IAS, Administrative Secretary, has been given the additional charge of the post alongside her existing responsibilities till further orders. See Order Copy Click Here.. The post Ladakh Admin Reassigns Charge Of Secretary To Lt Governor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt Revises Commission Rates for Wheat and Paddy Procurement from Rabi 2026 27
New Delhi, Mar 17: The government has approved revised commission rates for Arthiyas and cooperative societies engaged in procurement of wheat and paddy on behalf of the government, effective from the Rabi Marketing Season 202627. Under the new rates, commission for wheat procurement in Punjab and Haryana will rise from Rs 46.00 per quintal to [] The post Govt Revises Commission Rates for Wheat and Paddy Procurement from Rabi 2026 27 appeared first on Northlines .
Six Officers Transferred In Ladakh Administration
LEH, Mar 17: The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has ordered the transfer and posting of six officers in the interest of administration. See Order Copy Click Here.. The post Six Officers Transferred In Ladakh Administration appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UAE briefly closes airspace as Israel strikes Beirut, Tehran
DUBAI, Mar 17:A drone attack in the United Arab Emirates sparked a fire at an oil tank farm Tuesday in Fujairah, an emirate on the countrys east coast with the Gulf of Oman that has been repeatedly targeted, the state-run WAM news agency reported. It said no one had been injured in the blast. This came after a brief closure of the UAEs airspace when the military reported it was responding to missile and drone threats from Iran. Also on [] The post UAE briefly closes airspace as Israel strikes Beirut, Tehran appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Israel launches new strikes on Tehran, Lebanon as Iran hits back and fires on Gulf neighbours
DUBAI, Mar 17: Residents of Dubai and Doha, Qatar, awoke to the sound of explosions Tuesday as air defences worked to intercept new waves of incoming Iranian fire, and Israel launched new strikes on Iran and Lebanon, as the war in the Middle East showed no signs of abating. Dubai, a major transit hub for international travel, briefly shut its airspace as the military said it was responding to incoming missile and drone threats around the city. The Israeli military [] The post Israel launches new strikes on Tehran, Lebanon as Iran hits back and fires on Gulf neighbours appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IndiGo, Adani Airports Team Up to Offer BluChips on Duty-Free Shopping
Ahmedabad, Mar 16: IndiGo and Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL) have announced a strategic partnership allowing IndiGo BluChip members to earn rewards on duty-free shopping across AAHL-managed airports. Members can now earn five IndiGo BluChips for every Rs 100 spent on duty-free products pre-booked via the Adani platform. Travellers can browse, reserve, and pay for [] The post IndiGo, Adani Airports Team Up to Offer BluChips on Duty-Free Shopping appeared first on Northlines .
Opposition MPs demand discussion on either Commerce Ministry of MEA in Rajya Sabha
NEW DELHI, Mar 17: Opposition MPs in Rajya Sabha have written to Chairman CP Radhakrishnan demanding a discussion on working of either the Ministry of Commerce and Industry or the Ministry of External Affairs in the House in view of the current global situation, sources said. The letter, signed by leaders of all major opposition parties, stated that the discussion on the two ministries has not been held in the last 16 years The letter also said the discussion should [] The post Opposition MPs demand discussion on either Commerce Ministry of MEA in Rajya Sabha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ramesh recalls VK Krishna Menons hectic diplomacy during Suez crisis
NEW DELHI, Mar 17: As the world grapples with the Strait of Hormuz crisis, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Tuesday recalled the Suez crisis in 1956 and how the then Indian envoy to the UN VK Krishna Menon was at the centre of the diplomatic effort to resolve it, even succeeding admirably but only for a while. Ramesh also recalled that after the invasion of Egypt was halted in early November 1956, a UN Emergency Force was stationed along Sinai [] The post Ramesh recalls VK Krishna Menons hectic diplomacy during Suez crisis appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mans throat-slit body found in Jammu outskirts
Jammu, March 17: A man with a slit throat was found dead under mysterious circumstances in the Chatha area here in the city outskirts. Superintendent of Police, South Jammu, Ajay Sharma said, A person identified as Balvir Singh of Chatha Fam was found in a pool of blood with serious injuries on the throat by [] The post Mans throat-slit body found in Jammu outskirts appeared first on Northlines .
Fire Breaks Out In Hotel In Pahalgam; Man Dies As Reversing Fire Tender Hits Him
SRINAGAR, Mar 17: A massive fire broke out in a hotel in Pahalgam in south Kashmirs Anantnag district early Tuesday, official said. Though no casualties were reported in the blaze, an employee of another nearby hotel was killed when he was allegedly hit by a fire tender that was reversing after the firefighting operation. Officials said the fire engulfed three structures of the hotel Asal Resort and a vehicle. Several fire tenders were pressed into service to douse the flames, [] The post Fire Breaks Out In Hotel In Pahalgam; Man Dies As Reversing Fire Tender Hits Him appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
US Embassy, Hotel In Baghdad, South Iraqi Oilfield Targeted By Iranian Drones
Baghdad [Iraq]/ Washington, Mar 17: The US Embassy and a hotel in Baghdad were targeted by drones early Tuesday, with video appearing to show air defences engaging a projectile near the embassy, CNN reported. The Majnoon oil field in southern Iraq also came under attack, the spokesperson for the Commander-in-Chief of Iraqs armed forces said, according to the US broadcaster. Meanwhile, a report in the Anadolu Agency cited an unnamed security source telling the Shafaq news agency that four drones [] The post US Embassy, Hotel In Baghdad, South Iraqi Oilfield Targeted By Iranian Drones appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ACC Extends Deputation Of S. Suresh As ADG SPG Till December 2026
New Delhi, Mar 16: The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved the extension of deputation tenure of S. Suresh, IPS officer, as Additional Director General in the Special Protection Group. According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training reads, The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved the proposal of the Office of Secretary (Security), Cabinet Secretariat for extension of deputation tenure of Shri S. Suresh, IPS (KL:95), ADG, SPG for a period from 09.03.2026 [] The post ACC Extends Deputation Of S. Suresh As ADG SPG Till December 2026 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pakistan Airstrike on Kabul Drug Rehab Hospital Kills 400
Kabul, Mar 17: The death toll from a Pakistani airstrike on a hospital treating drug users in Kabul has risen to 400, Afghanistans deputy government spokesman Hamdullah Fitrat said early Tuesday. Another 250 people were reported injured as rescue teams worked to control the fire and recover bodies. The strike on Monday night reportedly destroyed [] The post Pakistan Airstrike on Kabul Drug Rehab Hospital Kills 400 appeared first on Northlines .
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J&K Bank hosts CERSAI awareness prog on CKYC
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 16: Reinforcing its commitment to strengthening compliance systems and regulatory awareness, J&K Bank today hosted the 23rd awareness programme on the Central KYC Record Registry (CKYCRR) at its Corporate Headquarters in Srinagar. The programme was conducted by the Central Registry of Securitisation Asset Reconstruction and Security Interest of India (CERSAI) and marked the first such awareness programme on CKYC held in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The inaugural session was chaired by the Banks [] The post J&K Bank hosts CERSAI awareness prog on CKYC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SBI inaugurates renovated full-service branch in Akhnoor
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 16: The State Bank of India (SBI) today inaugurated its newly renovated full-service branch in Akhnoor town, aimed at strengthening banking services and expanding customer outreach in the region. The branch was formally inaugurated by Chief General Manager (CGM), Chandigarh Circle, Krishan Sharma in the presence of Deputy General Manager (B&O) Jammu Module Jayant Mani, Regional Manager RBO-2 Jammu Ajay Singh Kamdi, Chief Manager Akhnoor Branch Sunny Bhat, along with other senior bank officials, Army and [] The post SBI inaugurates renovated full-service branch in Akhnoor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SRINAGAR: On the eve of Shab-e-Qadr, regarded as the holiest night in the Muslim calendar during the month of Ramazan, Afghanistan has accused Pakistan of carrying out a devastating air strike on a drug rehabilitation hospital in Kabul. The attack, Afghan officials say, has caused massive civilian casualties and intensified the already escalating conflict between []
Regularisation Deadlock Continues
The prolonged uncertainty surrounding the regularisation of thousands of Consolidated Paid Workers in Urban Local Bodies is a stark reflection of systemic neglect. Nearly 2,700 workers, including sanitation staff and other casual staff, continue to serve municipal institutions despite having spent 15 to 20 years in service. Yet, the Government has not provided even a tentative timeline for addressing their long-pending demand for regularisation. Such a situation amounts to nothing less than blatant exploitation of workers who have devoted the [] The post Regularisation Deadlock Continues appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Upbeat Mamta, Kejriwal pose challenge to Rahul
Anil Anand a.anil.anand@gmail.com On verge of completing two-years in existence and that too a smooth one with leading partner Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) far below the 272 simple majority- mark in Lok Sabha, if it is an ode to the managerial skills of the Narendra Modi-Amit Shah duo, equally it speaks volumes about the tattered I.N.D.I.A bloc of the opposition parties. More so, its pivot Congress groping in dark and unwilling to refurbish itself despite organizational failures all around. A [] The post Upbeat Mamta, Kejriwal pose challenge to Rahul appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Why Gen Alpha Needs Protection from Social Media Addiction
Biju Dharmapalan bijudharmapalan@gmail.com In a landmark policy move, Karnataka, Indias tech hub, has proposed banning social media access for children under the age of 16. The announcement, made by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah during the states 2026-27 budget presentation, aims to shield young minds from the growing harm caused by excessive smartphone and social media use. Though it may appear paradoxical, Indias most prominent tech hub is taking a lead role in the call to regulate social media. This decision comes [] The post Why Gen Alpha Needs Protection from Social Media Addiction appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The disclosure in Parliament that over 1.61 lakh drinking water samples were found contaminated out of nearly 64 lakh tested during 2025-26 should ring alarm bells across the country. While the figure may appear statistically small in proportion, in absolute terms, it represents a massive public health concern. Each contaminated sample potentially reflects a source of drinking water affecting thousands of people. In a country where millions depend on public water supply systems, such findings cannot be treated as routine [] The post Water Quality Alarm appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
When Data Centres Become Battlefields The New Frontline of Physical War
Arssh Kumar For over twenty years, we have treated digital security as a game of cat-and-mouse played on keyboards. Governments and corporations have poured billions into firewalls, encryption, and anti-malware, operating under a comfortable assumption: as long as the code is secure, the information is safe. We worried about the invisible threat-the hacker in a dark room or the state-sponsored trojan. But recent explosions in the Middle East have shattered that illusion. Reports of drone strikes targeting cloud data centres [] The post When Data Centres Become Battlefields The New Frontline of Physical War appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ensure no artificial scarcity, hoarding of LPG, petroleum products: CM to officers
Omar reviews availability, supply position Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 16: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired a high-level meeting to review the stock position of essential commodities and petroleum products in Jammu and Kashmir in view of the upcoming festivals of Eid and Navratras and the prevailing geopolitical situation in West Asia. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The meeting was attended by Ministers Sakina Itoo and Satish Sharma, Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, Chief Secretary [] The post Ensure no artificial scarcity, hoarding of LPG, petroleum products: CM to officers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Youth must lead path of principles; build safer, prosperous J&K: LG
India remains committed to world peace Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 16: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said that the nation owes Maharaja Ranbir Singh a profound debt for his reforms, building vibrant culture and forging a robust and thriving Jammu Kashmir. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Maharaja Ranbir Singh saw Jammu Kashmir as a living entity-not mere land, but a vibrant structure where culture breathed life and reforms channeled energy. For him, its soul resided not just [] The post Youth must lead path of principles; build safer, prosperous J&K: LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Massive rallies in Leh, Kargil on call by LAB, KDA; no invitation for talks so far by MHA
Protesters reiterate demand for Statehood, 6th Schedule Will wait for Centre response before next course of action: Lakruk Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Mar 16: Leh and Kargil towns today observed massive rallies in response to calls given by the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) to press the Centre for early resumption of talks on their demands for statehood and extension of the Sixth Schedule to Ladakh even as there was no response from the Union Ministry of [] The post Massive rallies in Leh, Kargil on call by LAB, KDA; no invitation for talks so far by MHA appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Claims filed in names of students of J&K college closed since 2017
CBI registers FIR in scholarship scam NEW DELHI, Mar 16: The CBI has registered a case into the alleged siphoning of more than Rs 11.4 crore from scholarship funds intended for students with disabilities by non-existent institutes and students, officials said Monday. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed an FIR against unidentified public servants and nodal officers in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Jammu and Kashmir for allegedly embezzling [] The post Claims filed in names of students of J&K college closed since 2017 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt to soon come out with revamped Stand-Up India scheme: Sitharaman
NEW DELHI, Mar 16: The government will soon come out with a modified Stand-Up India scheme to provide better benefits to SC/ST and women entrepreneurs looking to set up new projects, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Monday. Launched in 2016, the Stand-Up India scheme aimed to empower Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and women entrepreneurs by facilitating bank loans for setting up new enterprises. The scheme expired on March 31, 2025. Replying to a supplementary question in the [] The post Govt to soon come out with revamped Stand-Up India scheme: Sitharaman appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
2 die, two injured in Kishtwar landslide, 235 rescued amid heavy snowfall
MeT predicts rain, snow on Mar 24, 25 Gopal Sharma JAMMU, Mar 16: Two persons were killed and two others injured in a landslide near a hydro-power project, while over 235 people, including women and children, were evacuated from Sinthan top in Kishtwar district last night. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Reports said in view of the inclement weather, the authorities ordered the closure of all educational institutions outside the Municipal limits in Kishtwar and adjoining Doda [] The post 2 die, two injured in Kishtwar landslide, 235 rescued amid heavy snowfall appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM opens Tulip garden, signals start of tourist season
Suhail Bhat Srinagar, Mar 16: A vibrant sea of colours greeted visitors on the banks of the iconic Dal lake today as Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, inaugurated Asias largest tulip garden, marking the beginning of the spring tourist season in Kashmir. Click here to wath video The Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden, located on the foothills of the Zabarwan range and overlooking Dal Lake, opened to visitors with a spectacular display of around 1.8 million tulips across 75 varieties. Spread [] The post CM opens Tulip garden, signals start of tourist season appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Quantum teaching facility to be established in 23 academic institutions across India: Dr Jitendra
Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Mar 16: Under the National Quantum Mission, approval has been granted for establishing quantum teaching facilities/laboratories in 23 academic institutions across India in several states while 100 more are under consideration, to support advanced research and training in emerging quantum technologies. This was disclosed here today during the joint monthly meeting of Secretaries of Science Ministries and Departments, held under the chairmanship of Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, [] The post Quantum teaching facility to be established in 23 academic institutions across India: Dr Jitendra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jaishankar meets EC President, his counterparts from Belgium and Cyprus in Brussels
NEW DELHI, Mar 16 : External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called on European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Belgium this afternoon, and said her highly successful State visit to India in January marks a turning point in India-EU ties. Dr Jaishankar said in a tweet that India is following up vigorously on her visit. He also appreciated her insights on contemporary global developments. The External Affairs Minister arrived in Brussels on a two-day official visit to Belgium at [] The post Jaishankar meets EC President, his counterparts from Belgium and Cyprus in Brussels appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Chinas university adds Punjabi to its foreign language courses
BEIJING, Mar 16 : Chinas Beijing Foreign Studies University (BFSU) has added the Punjabi language to its list of foreign and Indian languages. BFSU has appointed Prof. Zameerpal Kaur Sandhu Bajwa, former dean and professor, School of Language, Literature and Culture, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda, to teach the Punjabi language. Kaur told PTI here that besides teaching the language, she will conduct classes in Punjabi history and culture and train Chinese teachers to teach the Punjabi language. BFSU offers [] The post Chinas university adds Punjabi to its foreign language courses appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Javed Rana releases water into Ranbir Canal
*Praises timely desilting; assures adequate irrigation facility Excelsior Correspondent AKHNOOR, Mar 16: Minister for Jal Shakti, Javed Ahmed Rana, today inaugurated the release of water supply into the main Ranbir Canal at its intake structure near Steel Bridge in Akhnoor, ensuring the timely availability of irrigation water for agricultural purposes across the canals command areas. Among those present on the occasion were MLA Akhnoor Mohan Lal, MLA Nagrota Devyani Rana, Chief Engineer I&FC Jammu Manoj Gupta and other senior officers [] The post Javed Rana releases water into Ranbir Canal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Iran keeps stranglehold on shipping, hits Dubai airport with drone
Fears of global energy crisis rise BEIRUT, Mar 16: Fears of a global energy crisis rose on Monday as the war in the Middle East raged on, with more US-Israeli strikes on the Iranian capital and Israels bombardment of Lebanon. An Iranian drone strike temporarily shut Dubais airport, a crucial global travel hub, underscoring the threats to the world economy. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Since the United States and Israel attacked Iran more than two weeks ago, [] The post Iran keeps stranglehold on shipping, hits Dubai airport with drone appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Release all detained youth in Kashmir: Karra
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 16: The Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee has urged the LG administration to consider release of all those innocent youth detained after protests over the killing of Supreme leader of Iran Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In a statement JKPCC president, Tariq Hameed Karra has urged the Lt Governor Manoj Sinha to intervene into matter and direct release of all those youth, who took part in protests in different parts of Valley over the assassination of supreme [] The post Release all detained youth in Kashmir: Karra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dr Andrabi holds review meeting on Eid, Shab-e-Qadr preparations
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 16: Chairperson of the Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board, Dr Syed Darakhshan Andrabi, today chaired a high-level meeting with officers from various Government departments at the Central Office of the Board in Srinagar to review and finalize arrangements for the upcoming Eid al-Fitr and the observance of Shab-e-Qadr across Kashmir. The meeting was attended by several senior officials representing different departments, including Assistant Commissioner Pulwama Shahbaz Ahmad Bodha, Assistant Commissioner Revenue Ganderbal Dr Salahuddin, Chief Medical [] The post Dr Andrabi holds review meeting on Eid, Shab-e-Qadr preparations appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Advisor Nasir Wani meets delegations
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 16: Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani today met several delegations and individuals at the Chief Ministers Public Outreach Office, Raabita and listened to the issues and demands raised by them. A delegation of the J&K Graduate Engineers Association called on the Advisor and apprised him of various issues concerning graduate engineers. The delegation sought consideration of their demands related to professional matters. Another delegation comprising parents of students studying in Iran met the [] The post Advisor Nasir Wani meets delegations appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Growing support of party reflects peoples faith in our ideology: Koul
Cong leaders join BJP in Ramban Excelsior Correspondent RAMBAN, Mar 16: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Jammu & Kashmir general secretary (Organization), Ashok Koul chaired an organizational meeting of the partys district Ramban unit to review the ongoing and forthcoming party programmes and strengthen the organizational structure at the grassroot level. The meeting was attended by BJP district president, Neelam Langeh, senior leader, Rakesh Thakur, Mohd. Saleem Bhat and other prominent party leaders. During the meeting, a comprehensive review was conducted [] The post Growing support of party reflects peoples faith in our ideology: Koul appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Arvind Gupta kick starts drain construction work in Ward 27
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 16: Senior BJP leader and MLA Jammu West, Arvind Gupta on Monday launches the construction work of an 800-meter-long drain in Ward No. 27, a project estimated to cost around Rs25 lakh. The project aims to improve drainage facilities in the locality and resolve a long-standing issue faced by residents. The construction work has been initiated by the Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) following repeated requests from the residents of the area who had been demanding proper [] The post Arvind Gupta kick starts drain construction work in Ward 27 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LPG shortage has started affecting people across Indian States, Cities
Dr. Gyan Pathak Though the government of India has assured that there are enough oil and gas resources in the country, and there is no reason for public to panic, hotels and eateries in several cities in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and elsewhere have shut down causing great difficulties to those who depend on them for food which included students, patients, travellers, and others. Some sort of panic has spread across the country after the Bengaluru Hotels Association [] The post LPG shortage has started affecting people across Indian States, Cities appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Restore Tawi Ghats before Navratras, release funds: Chander Mohan to Omar
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 16: Senior BJP leader and convenor of the Namami Gange Campaign and Tawi Andolan, Chander Mohan Sharma, has asked Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah to immediately release the funds allocated by the Government of India (GoI) for the reconstruction and repair of infrastructure severely damaged during the devastating floods of August last year. Addressing a press conference at the BJP Headquarters in Trikuta Nagar, here, today he expressed serious concern over the delay in the release of [] The post Restore Tawi Ghats before Navratras, release funds: Chander Mohan to Omar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rattan Lal Gupta calls for early restoration of J&K statehood
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 16: Provincial president of National Conference for Jammu province, Rattan Lal Gupta, today reiterated the partys demand for the immediate restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir while addressing a meeting of Youth National Conference workers at Sher-e-Kashmir Bhavan. Addressing Youth National Conference (YNC) workers and local leaders, Gupta urged the Union Government to introduce and pass a bill in Parliament during the ongoing session to restore full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. He said the [] The post Rattan Lal Gupta calls for early restoration of J&K statehood appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Europe Rejects Trumps Call for Naval Coalition in Strait of Hormuz as Middle East War Widens
SRINAGAR: European leaders have pushed back against a demand by United States President Donald Trump to join a naval coalition aimed at securing the strategic Strait of Hormuz, as the expanding war between the United States, Israel and Iran intensifies across the Middle East, global media reported. The call from Washington comes as the conflict, []
LG reviews ongoing schemes, calls for focused efforts to make Ladakh best UT
Excelsior Correspondent LEH, March 16: Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena today chaired a comprehensive review meeting with the Administrative Secretaries to assess the progress of ongoing projects, schemes and departmental works across Ladakh. The meeting also focused on the key challenges being faced by different departments and strategies to address them effectively. During the meeting, the Lieutenant Governor urged the Administrative Secretaries to intensify their efforts and work with renewed commitment for the development of Ladakh. He emphasised that Ladakh [] The post LG reviews ongoing schemes, calls for focused efforts to make Ladakh best UT appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Excelsior Correspondent LEH, Mar 16: Thousands of people participated in a peaceful protest rally organized by the Leh Apex Body in Leh on Monday in support of Ladakhs long-standing demands, including Sixth Schedule and full statehood. People also welcomed the release of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk following the revocation of the NSA imposed on him. The rally began from Singge Namgyal Chowk in the morning and proceeded through the town to Leh Polo Ground, where a massive public gathering was [] The post Leh Rally: Thousands attend to demand Sixth Schedule & Statehood, welcome revocation of NSA on Sonam Wangchuk appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ensure strict vigil against hoarding, black marketing: CM Omar
Reviews stock position of LPG, petrol, essential commodities Asks administration to keep public regularly informed Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday chaired a high-level meeting to review the stock position of essential commodities and petroleum products in Jammu and Kashmir in view of the upcoming festivals of Eid and Navratras and the prevailing geopolitical []
CM Omar inaugurates Asias largest tulip garden
Festival showcases 1.8 million tulips across 75 varieties Promises boost to tourism, regional prosperity Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday inaugurated the annual Tulip Festival2026 here at the iconic Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden situated at the foothills of the Zabarwan, marking the arrival of the spring season in the Kashmir Valley. With the []
CM, LG greet people on Shab-e-Qadr
Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha have extended his heartfelt greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir, on the sacred occasion of Shab-e-Qadr (Lailat-ul-Qadr), which is being observed tonight. In his message, the Chief Minister highlighted the immense spiritual significance of the blessed night, which falls in the last ten []
Youth must lead path of principles, build prosperous J&K: LG
Unveils bust of Maharaja Ranbir Singh at Central Sanskrit University, Jammu Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said that the nation owes Maharaja Ranbir Singh a profound debt for his reforms, building vibrant culture and forging a robust and thriving Jammu Kashmir. Shri Maharaja Ranbir Singh saw Jammu Kashmir as a living entity-not mere []
Dy CM seeks security cover review after attack on Dr Farooq
Asks for bullet-proof vehicle Jammu: Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary has asked for jammer and bullet-proof vehicles for his security cover in the wake of an assassination attempt on National Conference president Farooq Abdullah. Seeking an immediate review of his security cover, Choudhary informed police authorities that a jammer vehicle was withdrawn []
Omar govt setting new benchmarks in good governance: Dr Farooq
Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Dr. Farooq Abdullah on Monday said that the government led by Omar Abdullah is setting a new benchmark for transparent and people-centric governance in Jammu and Kashmir. Dr. Farooq made these remarks while interacting with party functionaries at his residence in Srinagar. During the interaction, he said []
Authorities disallow Shab-e-Qadr prayers at Jamia Masjid: Mirwaiz
Srinagar: On the sacred night of Laylatul Qadr, when Muslims around the world gather in mosques to pray for Allahs mercy and forgiveness, the central Jama Masjid in Srinagar was once again closed to worshippers, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq said on Monday. In a post on X, Mirwaiz said he has been placed under house arrest []
1.60 lakh additions in annual voter roll revision, 67,690 entries deleted in J&K
Jammu: More than 1.60 lakh voters were added to the electoral rolls in Jammu and Kashmir during the recent special summary revision (SSR), while 67,690 names were deleted and 2.29 lakh corrections carried out, according to official data. Jammu district recorded the highest number of deletions, which included duplicate and shifted entries, in the annual []
Maharaja Ranbir Singh bestowed J&K with vision, culture: Sinha
Says nation indebted to him for his reforms Jammu Tawi, Mar 16:Asserting that Maharaja Ranbir Singh did not merely rule Jammu and Kashmir but he bestowed it a new vision, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said that nation is indebted to him for his reforms. Addressing the unveiling ceremony of the bust of Maharaja [] The post Maharaja Ranbir Singh bestowed J&K with vision, culture: Sinha appeared first on Northlines .
Tulip Bloom brings fresh hope for Kashmirs tourism sector: CM
Nearly 18 lakh tulips of 70+ varieties in bloom at Tulip Garden Srinagar, Mar 16:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday inaugurated the Tulip Festival2026 and formally threw open the iconic Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden at foothills of Zabarwan mountain range here. According to the details available, the garden has been adorned with around 18 [] The post Tulip Bloom brings fresh hope for Kashmirs tourism sector: CM appeared first on Northlines .
J&K has sufficient fuel stock: Minister
Warns strict action against black-marketing Srinagar, Mar 16:Jammu and Kashmir has sufficient stocks of fuel and essential commodities to last around 21 days, Food and Civil Supplies Minister Satish Sharma said on Monday. He added that kerosene distribution, which was suspended after J&K was declared kerosene-free, had been temporarily resumed, with around 2.5 litres to [] The post J&K has sufficient fuel stock: Minister appeared first on Northlines .
J&K to observe Shab-e-Qadr tonight
Jammu Tawi, Mar 27:Shab-e-Qadr (Lailatul Qadr), one of the holiest nights in Islam, will be observed tonight with lakhs of devotees expected to spend the night in prayers, recitation of the Holy Quran at Masjids and Shrines across Jammu and Kashmir. According to details, the Hazratbal shrine in Srinagar is likely to witness the largest [] The post J&K to observe Shab-e-Qadr tonight appeared first on Northlines .
Pending subsidy backlog cast shadow on Horticulture schemes in Rajouri
Ajay Sharma Rajouri, March 16 Instead of clearingHorticulture pending subsidy liabilities, the Horticulture Department continues to sanction cases under horticulture initiatives, including fruit plant distributions and irrigation support such as water tanks and bore-wells. According to sources, the Horticulture Department had conducted regular awareness camps in villages, encouraging people to plant fruit trees like oranges, [] The post Pending subsidy backlog cast shadow on Horticulture schemes in Rajouri appeared first on Northlines .
ACB files chargesheet against Patwari
Jammu Tawi, Mar 16 : The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Monday filed a chargesheet against a revenue official in a case involving alleged misuse of official position in Udhampur district, officials said. The ACB presented the chargesheet before the court of Special Judge, Anti-Corruption Udhampur, against Mohd Saleem Banday, a former Patwari Halqa Mand in [] The post ACB files chargesheet against Patwari appeared first on Northlines .
Jammu Adm cracks down on LPG Dealers over delivery failures
Jammu Tawi, Mar 16: The Jammu administration on Monday conducted inspections at LPG outlets amid panic buying and complaints of delivery failures of gas cylinders and took action against some dealers who were allegedly found violating norms. Long queues were reported at several LPG outlets in Jammu over the past few days in the wake [] The post Jammu Adm cracks down on LPG Dealers over delivery failures appeared first on Northlines .
CM reviews stock of LPG, Essentials
Srinagar, Mar 16: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday directed officers to ensure there is no artificial scarcity or black marketing of essential commodities across the Union territory ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr and Navratri festivals. Abdullah chaired a meeting to review the stock of essential commodities and petroleum products in Jammu and Kashmir in view of [] The post CM reviews stock of LPG, Essentials appeared first on Northlines .
1.60 lakh additions in voter JK roll revision, 67,690 entries deleted
Jammu Tawi, Mar 16 : More than 1.60 lakh voters were added to the electoral rolls in Jammu and Kashmir during the recent special summary revision (SSR), while 67,690 names were deleted and 2.29 lakh corrections carried out, according to official data. Jammu district recorded the highest number of deletions, which included duplicate and shifted [] The post 1.60 lakh additions in voter JK roll revision, 67,690 entries deleted appeared first on Northlines .
After defeat of impeachment motion against Speaker, Opposition needs to cooperate
Om Birla also has to do his best to perform without any perceived bias By Kalyani Shankar The role of the Lok Sabha Speaker in promoting parliamentary stability and Independence is incredibly important and deserves recognition. On March 11, 2026, the Oppositions impeachment motion against Speaker Om Birla was defeated by a voice [] The post After defeat of impeachment motion against Speaker, Opposition needs to cooperate appeared first on Northlines .
Being a part of resolving the challenge!
By Er. Rajesh Pathak Sri Sri Ravi Shanker of Art of Living says, Yog is thescience of material life; Bhakti, the spiritual. If both gets integrated the man attains what is called immutable bliss granted from the supreme knowledge! The same thingShri Krishna says in his words thatGyan-Vigyan truptatma. Going further deep in Yog-Vigyan, Ravishankeradds, [] The post Being a part of resolving the challenge! appeared first on Northlines .
IndiGo and Adani Airports Partner to Offer IndiGo BluChips on Duty-Free Shopping Editors Synopsis
IndiGos loyalty program IndiGo BluChip to offer earnings on duty-free purchases at airports managed by Adani Airport Holdings Ltd (AAHL) The partnership will integrate IndiGo BluChip with the Adani platform, enabling travellers to pre-order duty-free products and collect them at the airport. The collaboration brings together Indias preferred airline and the countrys largest private airport operator to enhance passenger convenience and digital retail experiences. Ahmedabad, 16 March 2026: IndiGo, Indias preferred airline, and Adani Airport Holdings Limited [] The post IndiGo and Adani Airports Partner to Offer IndiGo BluChips on Duty-Free Shopping Editors Synopsis appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
In a period of Global Turmoil, China and Vietnam launch innovative strategic dialogue
President Xi-Jinping starts his programme of wooing neighbours through new mechanism By Satyaki Chakraborty Just three days after the conclusion of the eight day National Peoples Congress in Beijing, Chinese Government launched on March 15 an innovative strategic dialogue with its neighbours focusing on political, security as also defence cooperation issues. The dialogue is [] The post In a period of Global Turmoil, China and Vietnam launch innovative strategic dialogue appeared first on Northlines .
