No Impunity To Terrorists, No Yielding To Nuclear Blackmail: EAM Jaishankar At UN

United Nations, Jun 30: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday urged the global community to unite in ensuring that terrorists face no impunity, are not treated as proxies, and that there is no yielding to nuclear blackmail, as he asserted that Indias response to the Pahalgam attack underlines a message of zero tolerance towards terrorism. Jaishankar, who is on a three-day visit to the US, made the remarks while inaugurating an exhibition titled The Human Cost of Terrorism at [] The post No Impunity To Terrorists, No Yielding To Nuclear Blackmail: EAM Jaishankar At UN appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Dr Jitendra inaugurates Puducherry conference, underscores transformation through digital governance

Excelsior Correspondent PUDUCHERRY, June 30: 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 today underscored the transformative role of digital governance in shaping Indias future, asserting that the shift from Minimum Government, Maximum Governance to a citizen-centric digital ecosystem is central to the countrys administrative and socio-economic reforms. Delivering the inaugural address at the Southern [] The post Dr Jitendra inaugurates Puducherry conference, underscores transformation through digital governance appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Laghu Udyog Bharati announces new team

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 30: The members of new working committee of Laghu Udyog Bharati were formally announced in a function held here today. The new team was announced during a meeting, which was attended by Arvind Dhumal, national vice-president and north zone prabhari as the chief guest, while Anju Bajaj, national joint secretary and prabhari J&K Laghu Udyog Bharati was the guest of honour. They were accompanied by Vikrant Sharma, incharge of membership drive. In the new team, Parveen [] The post Laghu Udyog Bharati announces new team appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Home Secy on 2-day visit of Ladakh; chairs officers meeting, reviews development works

Mohan meets LAB, assures Core Group meet in Delhi soon *Roadmap for formal creation of 5 new districts discussed Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, June 30: Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan accompanied by Prashant Lokhande, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs and other senior officers of MHA today chaired a meeting of senior officers of the administration in Ladakh and reviewed ongoing developmental works, budgetary provisions, funding for Autonomous Hill Development Councils and creation of five new districts in the UT. Follow [] The post Home Secy on 2-day visit of Ladakh; chairs officers meeting, reviews development works appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

EAM Jaishankar inaugurates exhibition human cost of terrorism at UN

NEW DELHI, Jun 30: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday inaugurated an exhibition at the UN headquarters here, highlighting the human cost of terrorism and attacks perpetrated by terror groups, including by those based in Pakistan. The exhibition was inaugurated a day before Pakistan begins its Presidency of the UN Security Council for July on Tuesday. The exhibition titled The Human Cost of Terrorism has been organised by the Permanent Mission of India to the UN and highlights the [] The post EAM Jaishankar inaugurates exhibition human cost of terrorism at UN appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Goyal asks industry to boost manufacturing, diversify supply chain, cut import dependence

NEW DELHI, Jun 30 : Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday asked the industry and exporters to boost domestic manufacturing, diversify supply chains and cut import dependency. Addressing a meeting with government officials and representatives of export promotion councils and industry associations here, he stated that the government is committed to create a facilitative trade environment through ease of doing business, and create more market opportunities for exporters. He emphasized that the industry should ramp up their [] The post Goyal asks industry to boost manufacturing, diversify supply chain, cut import dependence appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Call on Bumrah in next 24 hours, two spinners will play: Doeschate

BIRMINGHAM, June 30: A call on premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah playing the second Test will be taken in the next 24 hours but India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate is pretty sure that his team will take the field with two spinners at Edgbaston. There is a growing clamour to include wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav in the playing eleven but to maintain the batting depth, Washington Sundar is also in the mix to start alongside Ravindra Jadeja. All three spinners [] The post Call on Bumrah in next 24 hours, two spinners will play: Doeschate appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Sinha reviews preparedness at Baltal, calls for round-the-clock basic amenities

Pilgrim-centric measures implemented *Yatri Niwas inaugurated at Pantha Chowk Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, June 30: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today visited Baltal base camp and reviewed the preparedness ahead of Shri Amarnath Ji annual pilgrimage, scheduled to commence on July 3. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp At Baltal, Sinha interacted with the Camp officials and reviewed the arrangements for healthcare, power, communication, water supply, sanitation, food, lodging, weather forecasting, traffic management, surveillance and maintenance of track, security grid and [] The post Sinha reviews preparedness at Baltal, calls for round-the-clock basic amenities appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Fuel ban for end-of-life vehicles kicks in Delhi today

NEW DELHI, June 30: Petrol pumps across Delhi will no longer provide fuel to end-of-life (EoL) vehicles starting July 1 under the directions of Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), with the Transport Department along with the Delhi Police and traffic personnel putting in place a detailed enforcement strategy to ensure strict compliance. In a major step to curb vehicular pollution, authorities are gearing up for strict enforcement from Tuesday under the directions of the CAQM. The Transport Department [] The post Fuel ban for end-of-life vehicles kicks in Delhi today appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

GBC demands constitution of Tribal Advisory Group

Excelsior Correspondent ANANTNAG, June 30: In order to discuss the issues which are being faced by the members of Gujjar and Bakerwal community, a meeting of Gujjar-Bakerwal Conference (GBC) was held here today. The meeting held under the chairmanship of Choudhary Ajaz Ahmed Khan, former Minister witnessed participation from delegates representing Anantnag, Srinagar, Pulwama and other adjoining areas. The members of community raised several urgent and long-standing issues concerning the Gujjar and Bakerwal tribal communities and demanded action from the [] The post GBC demands constitution of Tribal Advisory Group appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Dr Jitendra, Puducherry LG discuss Coastal Action Plan, Marine Economy

Excelsior Correspondent PUDUCHERRY, June 30: 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 and Puducherry Lieutenant Governor K. Kailashnathan held a meeting here this morning to discuss a comprehensive action plan for coastal cleaning, marine economy, creation of a permanent coastal management mechanism, exploration of seabed minerals and promoting deep sea fishing under the Deep [] The post Dr Jitendra, Puducherry LG discuss Coastal Action Plan, Marine Economy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Breaking the Shackles of IWT

Indias decision to revive the long-stalled Tulbul Navigation Project marks not just an infrastructural development initiative but a significant geopolitical and strategic shift. With the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) now officially in abeyance following Pakistans continued patronage of cross-border terrorism-exemplified by the recent Pahalgam terror attack-India is reclaiming its sovereign right to better utilise its share of western river waters, long underutilised due to treaty constraints and political hesitance. The IWT is one of the most generous and one-sided water-sharing [] The post Breaking the Shackles of IWT appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

20 incharge AEEs of PDD get look-after charges of X-ens

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 30: The Power Development Department (PDD) has assigned to 20 incharge Assistant Executive Engineers (AEEs) the look-after charges of the incharge Executive Engineers (Xens) posts. As per an order, Riyaz Ahmad Kababi, currently posted at TLMD-3rd, Amargarh, JKPTCL, Srinagar, has been assigned the look-after charge of ED-Sopore, Bilquise Draboo, posted at Procurement Circle, Srinagar KPDCL, has been assigned the look-after charge of STD-II, KPDCL, Munib-ur-Rehman, posted at SLDC, Bemina, Srinagar, JKPTCL, has been given the look-after [] The post 20 incharge AEEs of PDD get look-after charges of X-ens appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Four JKAS officers posted as ARTOs

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 30: Consequent upon placement of their services at the disposal of the Transport Department, four junior scale Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Services (JKAS) officers have been transferred and posted as ARTOs. As per an order, Mohammad Shafait, awaiting orders of adjustment in the Transport Department, has been transferred and posted as ARTO Kupwara, relieving RTO Kashmir from the additional charge of the post and Mudasir Ahmad, awaiting orders of adjustment in the Transport Department, has been [] The post Four JKAS officers posted as ARTOs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Warm farewell accorded to retirees

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 30: J&K Bank today gave a warm send-off to two of its senior-most officers, Sushil Kumar Gupta and Syed Shujaat Hussain Andrabi, who superannuated as General Managers after serving the institution with distinction for over 35 years. Executive Director Sudhir Gupta chaired the farewell function held at the Banks Corporate Headquarters. The event was attended by General Managers and other senior functionaries of the Bank. The event concluded with the presentation of mementos and good wishes [] The post Warm farewell accorded to retirees appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

NC slams LG admin over under-utilization of border area funds

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 30: Provincial president of National Conference (NC), Advocate Rattan Lal Gupta, has expressed deep concern over the under-utilization of central funds meant for development and safety infrastructure in border areas. Citing data obtained through a recent RTI, Gupta revealed that only 53% of the allocated central funds over the past five years have been spent under the current LG administration. In a strongly worded statement issued today, Gupta termed the poor fund utilization as criminal neglect [] The post NC slams LG admin over under-utilization of border area funds appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Piyush Goyal to attend FTII Traders Conclave in Srinagar

JAMMU, June 30: Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Piyush Goyal will be the chief guest at the FTII Traders Conclave on July 6 at the SKICC, Srinagar. The conclave will be led by Dr. Sanjay Bansal, national president, Federation of Trade and Industry India (FTII) and Board Member, National Traders Welfare Board (NTWB), Ministry of Commerce & Industry. This landmark event, organized under the theme Vocal for Local, aims to empower local industries, encourage indigenous entrepreneurship, and boost the [] The post Piyush Goyal to attend FTII Traders Conclave in Srinagar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Amar Singh Club holds AGM, approves key constitutional changes

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, June 30: The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Amar Singh Club, Srinagar, was held on Sunday. Owing to the unforeseen engagement of Club President and Chief Minister of J&K, Omar Abdullah, the meeting was chaired by managing committee member Rauf A Punjabi. The meeting commenced with a minutes silence to honour members who passed away during the year, including Muhammad Shafi Pandit, Devender Singh Rana, Prof Mian Sualeh Mustafa, Mohammad Aslam Khan and Mir Mohammed Hussain Kanth. [] The post Amar Singh Club holds AGM, approves key constitutional changes appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Bail denied to accused in heroin smuggling case

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 30: Special Judge NDPS Jammu Yash Pal Sharma has rejected the bail application of one Gurjit Singh, who was allegedly involved in recovery of 50 kilograms of heroin worth Rs 250 crore. It is worthwhile to mention here that in the month of May, the court had rejected the bail application of Ravinder Singh, alleged narco kingpin. After hearing Advocate Anmol Sharma for the applicant whereas Special PP Ajay Singh Manhas for the NCB, the court [] The post Bail denied to accused in heroin smuggling case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

ICAI J&K organises health awareness programme

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 30: J&K Branch of Northern India Regional Council (NIRC) of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) here today organised a health awareness programme to promote preventive healthcare. The programme featured expert sessions and on-site consultations by two eminent specialists from American Oncology Institute (AOI), ASCOMS Hospital-Dr. Deepak Abrol, Senior Radiation Oncologist and recipient of the CME Excellence Dronacharya Award and Dr. Surbhi Kudyar, Consultant Breast Services, J&Ks first certified Breast Oncoplastic Surgeon. The [] The post ICAI J&K organises health awareness programme appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

6000 students participate in NMMSS examination

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, June 30: Nearly 6000 8th pass students participated in the examination under National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) , through 102 centres set-up across the J&K Union Territory. The examination was conducted by J&K Board of School Education (BOSE) with active support of School Education Department. The clearance of examination assures Rs 12,000 yearly financial assistance to academically promising students belonging to economically weaker sections for four years. The NMMSS being flagship scheme of Central Government has been [] The post 6000 students participate in NMMSS examination appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

JKTF delegation submits memorandum to DSE-J

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 30: A delegation of Jammu and Kashmir Teachers Forum (JKTF) met Dr Naseem Javed Chowdhary, Director School Education (DSE) Jammu and submitted a detailed 17-point memorandum seeking redressal of longstanding issues affecting the teaching fraternity across the Union Territory. The delegation led by JKTF State president Mohammad Ashraf Sheikh outlined the critical and systemic concerns faced by teachers. Key demands presented included the timely issuance of pending Departmental Promotion Committees (DPCs), need for a transparent and [] The post JKTF delegation submits memorandum to DSE-J appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

IDEC conducts dental master class in J&K

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 30: In a first of its kind, International Dental Expert Congress 2025, under the banner of Sensodyne/Haleon conducted a dental master class in Jammu for the second time in association with (Prof) Dr Azhar Malik, HoD, Conservative & Endodontics, Indira Gandhi Government Dental College (IGGDC) Jammu. Haleon under the banner of International Dental Expert Congress has conducted the largest ever webinar in India, in over 71 major cities like Kolkata, Chennai, New Delhi, Mumbai etc in [] The post IDEC conducts dental master class in J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Challenges and Opportunitiesin Fish Farming in J&K

Dr. Banarsi Lal About 70 per cent of the Earth comprises water in the oceans,seas,rivers,marshy lands,springs,streams,glacial reserves and ponds,aquaculture is one of the largest biodiversities.The branch of zoology in science related to the study of fish is called ichthyology or fish science. India is blessed with more than 8000 km of sea shores,vast Exclusive Economic Zone,some of the biggest rivers and reservoirs and importantly hardworking human capital has always possessed an immense potential for fisheries development.A fisherman ,eulogized as the [] The post Challenges and Opportunitiesin Fish Farming in J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Sh. Amarnath Vaishnavi The Voice and Shield of Kashmiri Pandits Through Turbulent Times

ByRohini Vaishnavi Sh. Amarnath Vaishnavi, a stalwart in Kashmiri history, dedicated over seven decades to selfless service and advocacy, beginning with Indias independence in 1947. During the Pakistani aggression in Kashmir, after Maharaja Hari Singh signed the Treaty of Accession, Vaishnavi, an RSS Karyakarta, and his team played a pivotal role in preparing a makeshift airport for Indian troops to land in Srinagar. His tireless efforts during the Praja Parishad movement culminated in 2019 with the abrogation of Article [] The post Sh. Amarnath Vaishnavi The Voice and Shield of Kashmiri Pandits Through Turbulent Times appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

India needs 115 Million Jobs

By Dr. Gyan Pathak World celebrated Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) day on June 27, 2025. The celebrations have acquired a special significance this year since the world has a great task to create 600 million jobs needed by 2030 to absorb the growing global workforce. MSMEs employs for nearly 2.3 billion people globally, though it has been suffering from persistent barriers. As for India, to address the job gap, the country will need to create between 90 [] The post India needs 115 Million Jobs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Three gates of Baglihar dam opened as Chenab river swells after heavy rainfall

Ramban, June 30 : Three gates of Baglihar Dam in Jammu and Kashmirs Ramban district have been opened on Monday as water levels in the Chenab River continued to rise following incessant rainfall in the region, officials said. The National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC), in coordination with the local administration, issued advisories warning about the []

Long queues witnessed as SANJY registration begins

Bullets cant shake our faith: Pilgrims

Plum harvest begins amid strong demand

Pulwama, June 30: Farmers across various areas of South Kashmirs Pulwama district have started harvesting plum, with the fruit now making its way to markets amid encouraging demand.The demand this season is noticeably higher compared to previous years, said Parvaiz Ahmad, a marginal plum grower. He added that the harvest began a few days earlier []

IUST celebrates National Statistics Day

Awantipora, June 30: The Department of Mathematical Sciences, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), organized One-Day Workshop today to commemorate National Statistics Day 2025. The workshop aimed to highlight the critical role of Statistics and Data Science in diverse domains and to promote awareness of their interdisciplinary applications.The key feature of the program was []

ICC Panel Umpire Anil Chaudhary terms J&K Umpiring aspirants fit for the job

Says bad decisions can blow death-knell to the game

Radpora Skaters Shine At District Speed Skating Championship

Srinagar, June 30: The District Speed Skating Championship kicked off at Gindun Stadium in Srinagar with an enthusiastic turnout from young skaters across Kashmir. The opening day saw impressive displays of talent, energy and sportsmanship.In a statement issued to Rising Kashmir, the event was warmly hosted by Dilbagh Singh, Manager of Gindun Stadium, and witnessed []

Frustration mounts in Naribal, Soura as chronic drainage woes persist

Brief pre-dawn rain floods homes, residents blame decades old official apathy

Legal Metrology intensifies market surveillance in Kathua ahead of Amarnath Yatra

Jammu, June 30: To safeguard consumer interestsespecially those of Shri Amarnath Ji pilgrimsthe Legal Metrology Department of Jammu and Kashmir has intensified its market inspections in Kathua district, a vital transit corridor for Yatris. The special enforcement drive was conducted under the direction of Controller Legal Metrology, J&K, Rajinder Singh Tara.As per a statement issued []

Warm farewell accorded to Agriculture dept retirees in Jammu

Jammu, June 30: The staff and officers of the Directorate of Agriculture, Jammu, Monday bid a warm and affectionate farewell to Pardeep Sharma, Agriculture Economist Jammu and Arshad Hussain Rashid, Assistant Agriculture Engineer, Seed Processing Unit, Jammu, who superannuated after rendering over 35 years of dedicated service to the department.According to a statement issued to []

Parliamentary Panel Tours Dal Lake, Gulmarg; To Meet Stakeholders

SRINAGAR: The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Personnel, Public Grievances, Law and Justice, led by its Chairman and BJP MP Brij Lal, on Monday visited Dal Lake near SKICC on a boat as part of its 10-day study visit to Jammu and Kashmir. The panel also visited the tourist destination of Gulmarg on Sunday and is []

Governance in JK Suffers Under Dual Control: Karra

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) President Tariq Hameed Karra on Monday expressed serious concern over the prevailing administrative setup in Jammu and Kashmir, terming the dual control system deeply disturbing for governance. Addressing a workers convention in north Kashmirs Kupwara district, Karra said that the current arrangement was not only dysfunctional due []

JK Forms 94,000 SHGs Covering 7.55 Lakh Households: NRLM Review

SRINAGAR: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Sunday chaired a review meeting on the Jammu & Kashmir National Rural Livelihoods Mission (JKNRLM), setting a target of 75,000 credit linkages for Self-Help Groups (SHGs) by the end of October 2025 and calling for full utilisation of the 7.55 lakh-strong rural women workforce in JK. During the meeting, []

DGP J&K Chairs Joint Security Review Meeting Ahead of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2025

Today, on 30th June : Nalin Prabhat (IPS), Director General of Police, Jammu and Kashmir, chaired a high-level Joint Security Review Meeting at Range Police Headquarters, Anantnag, to assess the overall security scenario in South Kashmir, with a special focus on the forthcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY)-2025.Following the meeting, the DGP, accompanied by Special [] The post DGP J&K Chairs Joint Security Review Meeting Ahead of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2025 appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Over 5,600 Sanitation Units, 7,361 Workers Deployed for Amarnath Yatra 2025

SRINAGAR: With over 5,600 toilets and bathing units installed across both pilgrimage routes2,920 along the Pahalgam axis and 2,693 on the Baltal routeand a sanitation workforce of 7,361 deployed across the Himalayan terrain, the Amarnath Yatra 2025 is set to begin under heightened logistical preparedness. Additionally, 15 solid waste processing centres have been established, reflecting []

IIM Jammu 5th Among All 21 IIMs To Get Two International Accreditations In Single Year

JAMMU, Jun 30: Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu on Monday said it marked a historic achievement with the successful attainment of two prestigious international accreditations BGA and EFMD for its flagship MBA programme within a single year. With this, IIM Jammu becomes the only second and third-generation institute, and one of just five among the 21 IIMs across the country, to secure both accreditations, underscoring its rapid ascent in the global higher education landscape, its director Professor [] The post IIM Jammu 5th Among All 21 IIMs To Get Two International Accreditations In Single Year appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Two APD Officers Assigned Look-After Charges

Jammu, June 30: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has assigned look-after charges of higher posts to two senior officers in the Agriculture Production Department (APD). As per an order, Satish Sharma, who is presently posted as incharge Joint Director (Extension), Jammu, will look after the charge of Additional MD, HADP till his superannuation on September 30, 2025 and Sartaj Ahmad Shah, currently incharge Joint Director (Inputs), Kashmir, will look-after the charge of Director Agriculture, Kashmir. The post Two APD Officers Assigned Look-After Charges appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Amar Singh Club Earnings Cross Rs 4.45 Crore, AGM Approves Reforms, Welfare Corpus and Democratic Overhaul

SRINAGAR: In a landmark session that combined fiscal achievement with institutional reform and social responsibility, the Amar Singh Club, Srinagar, held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Sunday, June 29, 2025. The Club reported a remarkable rise in annual revenue to Rs 4.45 crore for the financial year 202425 a nearly fivefold increase from []

J&K Court Sentences 2 Offenders To Community Service In Jammu

Jammu, Jun 30: A court in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday sentenced two persons involved in intoxication and public nuisance to one week of community service at a government hospital here, police said. The incident took place on Saturday when two persons, Varun Mangotra and Ankush Kumar, were found intoxicated and creating a nuisance in the Nagrota area. They were subsequently arrested by the police, a police spokesperson said. They were promptly subjected to a medical examination and presented before [] The post J&K Court Sentences 2 Offenders To Community Service In Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

J&K CEO Issues Show Cause Notice To 3 Inactive Political Parties

SRINAGAR, Jun 30: The office of the J&K Chief Electoral Officer has issued show cause notices to three registered political parties including All Jammu and Kashmir Republican Party, Indian Peoples Conference Party and Socialistic Democratic Party, proposing to delist them from the list of registered parties. The CEOs decision comes after it was found that these parties have not contested any elections to the House of the People or State Legislative Assemblies for the past six years, since 2019. The [] The post J&K CEO Issues Show Cause Notice To 3 Inactive Political Parties appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Rahul Rasgotra ITBP Chief calls on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha

Srinagar, June 30: Rahul Rasgotra, Director General, Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, today. The post Rahul Rasgotra ITBP Chief calls on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

LG Inaugurates 1300-Bed Yatri Niwas at Pantha Chowk for Amarnath Pilgrims

SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday inaugurated the newly constructed Yatri Niwas of the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board (SASB) at Pantha Chowk in Srinagar, which has been built through donations and can accommodate up to 1,300 pilgrims. The five-storey building includes 75 rooms with a bed capacity of 225 and 43 dormitory-style rooms. []

Leadership Issues: Firebrand Telangana BJP MLA Raja Singh Resigns From Party

Hyderabad, Jun 30: Upset over the possible appointment of Ramchander Rao as BJPs Telangana President, the partys firebrand MLA Raja Singh on Monday wrote to Union Minister G Kishan Reddy saying that he is resigning from the primary membership of the saffron party. Reddy is presently the state chief and the party high command is likely to announce new successor on Tuesday. Singh said the decision to appoint the new head of the party in the state has come as [] The post Leadership Issues: Firebrand Telangana BJP MLA Raja Singh Resigns From Party appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

LG Manoj Sinha inaugurates SASBs Yatri Niwas at Pantha Chowk Srinagar

Srinagar, June 30: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today inaugurated the Yatri Niwas of Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board at Pantha Chowk, Srinagar and dedicated the new facility to Shri Amarnath Ji pilgrims. The Yatri Niwas has been built through donation and it will accommodate 1300 pilgrims. This Yatri Niwas is a symbol of our dedication [] The post LG Manoj Sinha inaugurates SASBs Yatri Niwas at Pantha Chowk Srinagar appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Amarnath Yatra | LG Sinha Inaugurates SASBs Yatri Niwas At Pantha Chowk Srinagar

Srinagar, Jun 30: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today inaugurated the Yatri Niwas of Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board at Pantha Chowk, Srinagar and dedicated the new facility to Shri Amarnath Ji pilgrims. The Yatri Niwas has been built through donation and it will accommodate 1300 pilgrims. This Yatri Niwas is a symbol of our dedication and commitment to provide better facilities for devotees of Baba Barfani and make their pilgrimage more comfortable and safer. The construction of the second phase [] The post Amarnath Yatra | LG Sinha Inaugurates SASBs Yatri Niwas At Pantha Chowk Srinagar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

MS Dhoni Seeks Trademark For Sobriquet Captain Cool

New Delhi, Jun 30: Former Indian cricket team captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has filed a trademark application for the phrase CAPTAIN COOL, a sobriquet widely associated with his calm on-field demeanour. According to the Trade Marks Registry portal, the applications status is accepted and advertised. It was published in the official trademark journal on June 16, 2025. The application was filed on June 5, 2025. The proposed trademark is registered under the category for sports training, providing sports training facilities, [] The post MS Dhoni Seeks Trademark For Sobriquet Captain Cool appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Special Arrangements Made To Facilitate Amarnath Pilgrims Participation In Tawi Aarti In Jammu

Jammu, Jun 30 : Special arrangements have been put in place to facilitate the participation of Amarnath pilgrims in Tawi aarti which is starting here from July 1, Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) Commissioner Devansh Yadav said on Monday. The Suryaputri Tawi aarti at the riverfront in the heart of the city is a significant step towards reviving Jammus deep-rooted spiritual traditions and connecting citizens with the revered water body. The much-awaited Suryaputri Tawi Aarti will commence from July 1 and [] The post Special Arrangements Made To Facilitate Amarnath Pilgrims Participation In Tawi Aarti In Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

China Says Sino-India Border Dispute Complicated, Takes Time; Ready To Discuss Delimitation

BEIJING, Jun 30: China on Monday said that the boundary dispute with India is complicated and will take time to settle but at the same time, it expressed its readiness to hold discussions on the delimitation of the border and keep it peaceful. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in his meeting with Chinese counterpart Dong Jun in Qingdao on June 26 proposed that India and China should solve the complex issues under a structured roadmap comprising steps to de-escalate tensions along [] The post China Says Sino-India Border Dispute Complicated, Takes Time; Ready To Discuss Delimitation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

We Do Not Fear Terrorists: Amarnath Pilgrims Opt For Pahalgam Route Despite Shadow Of April 22 Carnage

Jammu, Jun 30: Defying apprehensions of the horrific April 22 terror Pahalgam attack casting a shadow on the Amarnath Yatra this year, hundreds of pilgrims from various parts of the country lined up at the registration centre here on the first day. Bullets and bombs cannot stop us from having Baba Barfanis darshan, said Mumbai resident Devakar Kadam, who will embark on his 11th pilgrimage to the cave shrine this time. The Saraswati Dham registration centre, near the Jammu railway [] The post We Do Not Fear Terrorists: Amarnath Pilgrims Opt For Pahalgam Route Despite Shadow Of April 22 Carnage appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Four Nabbed With Narcotics in Shopian, Kupwara, Handwara

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir police arrested four drug peddlers in Shopian, Kupwara, and Handwara, and recovered contraband substances including poppy straw, charas, and liquor. In Shopian, a police party from Police Station Keller intercepted a suspicious individual at a checkpoint on the Kathuhallan axis. The person, identified as Nazeer Ahmad Lone, son of Rasheed Ahmad []

J&K | PDD Assigns Look After Charges To 20 AEEs

JAMMU, Jun 30: The Power Development Department (PDD) of the Jammu and Kashmir Government has assigned to 20 Incharge Assistant Executive Engineers (E) the look-after charges of the posts of Incharge Executive Engineers. The post J&K | PDD Assigns Look After Charges To 20 AEEs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

ACB Arrests Patwari For Accepting Bribe In J&Ks Kathua

JAMMU, Jun 30: Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Monday said to have trapped and arrested a Patwari of Halqa Thuthay Chak, Hiranagar, Kathua for demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 30,000. A spokesperson said in a statement issued to the news agency Anti-Corruption Bureau received a complaint alleging therein that public servant namely Liaquat Ali, Patwari, Patwar Halqa Thuthay Chak Tehsil Hiranagar, District Kathua, demanded illegal gratification from the complainant for attestation of mutation. The accused had demanded a bribe [] The post ACB Arrests Patwari For Accepting Bribe In J&Ks Kathua appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Suryaputri Tawi Aarti To Commence From July 1: JMC Commissioner

JAMMU, Jun 30: Commissioner, Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC), Dr. Devansh Yadav, today announced that the much-awaited Suryaputri Tawi Aarti will commence from July 1, 2025 and will be held daily at 7:00 pm on the banks of River Tawi. The announcement was made during a press conference jointly addressed with Director Information and Public Relations, Nitish Rajora. The spiritual event being organized collaboratively by Jammu Municipal Corporation, Jammu Smart City Limited, Department of Tourism, Shri Raghunathji Corridor Development Council and [] The post Suryaputri Tawi Aarti To Commence From July 1: JMC Commissioner appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Committee On Petitions Holds Meeting In Srinagar; Discusses Petition Related To Housing Department

SRINAGAR, Jun 30: The House Committee on Petitions of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly today convened a meeting at the Assembly Complex in Srinagar to deliberate on issues pertaining to the Housing Department. The meeting was chaired by Committee Chairman Pirzada Farooq Ahmad Shah and attended by members Mushtaq Guroo, Salman Sagar, Mian Mehar Ali, Vijay Kumar and Thakur Randhir Singh. Managing Director, Jammu and Kashmir Housing Board, Shahbaz Ahmad Mirza, also participated in the proceedings. The Committee held [] The post Committee On Petitions Holds Meeting In Srinagar; Discusses Petition Related To Housing Department appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

BJP Dismisses PACs Article 370 Promise as Daydreaming

SRINAGAR: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has dismissed the newly formed Peoples Alliance for Change (PAC) demand for the restoration of Article 370, calling it daydreaming. BJP General Secretary (Organisation), Ashok Koul, said that the conglomerate is misleading people with its promises. They are daydreaming if they think they can restore Article 370. No power []

BJP snubs PAC demand for restoration of Article 370

Srinagar: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has dismissed the newly formed Peoples Alliance for Change (PAC) demand for the restoration of Article 370, calling it daydreaming. BJP general secretary (organization) Ashok Koul said the conglomerate is misleading people with its promises. They are daydreaming if they think they can restore Article []

ACB arrests Patwari for accepting bribe in Kathua

Kathua: Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Monday said to have trapped and arrested a Patwari of Halqa Thuthay Chak, Hiranagar, Kathua for demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 30,000. A spokesperson said in a statement )Anti-Corruption Bureau received a complaint alleging therein that public servant namely Liaquat Ali, Patwari, Patwar Halqa Thuthay Chak Tehsil []

Gold prices dip Rs 200 to Rs 97,470 per 10 gram

NEW DELHI, June 30: Gold prices fell Rs 200 to Rs 97,470 per 10 grams in the national capital on Monday due to continuous selling by stockists, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity had closed at Rs 97,670 per 10 grams on Friday. Extending the losses for the seventh straight day, gold of 99.5 per cent purity slipped Rs 150 to Rs 97,050 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes). It [] The post Gold prices dip Rs 200 to Rs 97,470 per 10 gram appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Four JKAS Officers Transferred In Transport Dept Reshuffle

JAMMU, June 30: Consequent upon the placement of their services at the disposal of the Transport Department, the Government of Jammu and Kashmir has ordered the transfer and posting of four Junior Scale JKAS officers. As per an order, Mohammad Shafait has been posted as ARTO Kupwara, relieving RTO Kashmir of additional charge, Mudasir Ahmad has been posted as ARTO Bandipora, while services of Nasir Ahmad have been placed at the disposal of RTO Jammu for suitable adjustment, and Anees [] The post Four JKAS Officers Transferred In Transport Dept Reshuffle appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Nations meeting to drum up trillions to combat poverty but US isnt going

BARCELONA (Spain), June 30: Many of the worlds nations are gathering starting Monday in Spain for a high-level conference to tackle the growing gap between rich and poor nations and try to drum up trillions of dollars needed to close it. The United States, previously a major contributor, pulled its participation, so finding funding will be tough. The four-day Financing for Development meeting in the southern city of Seville is taking place as many countries face escalating debt burdens, [] The post Nations meeting to drum up trillions to combat poverty but US isnt going appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

11 Islamic State terrorists surrender to Malian Armed Forces in northern Mali

BAMAKO, June 30: Eleven terrorists from the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara, including a senior commander, surrendered to the Malian Armed Forces in the town of Ansongo in northern Mali on Saturday, Malian television ORTM reported on Sunday. Ibrahim Boubacar, also known as Oubel, is the leader of terrorist groups operating in the Tessit area of northern Mali, the report said. In a separate operation on Saturday, the Malian army, in collaboration with the Africa Corps and the Movement [] The post 11 Islamic State terrorists surrender to Malian Armed Forces in northern Mali appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Russian FM expresses concern over attacks on Armenian Church

MOSCOW/YEREVAN, June 30: Armenias current situation is the countrys internal affair, but attacks on the church are very concerning, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov cautioned on Monday. It is clear that this is an internal matter for our neighbours, but, of course, attacks on the canonical thousand-year-old Armenian Apostolic Church are of grave concern. The Church has always been one of the key pillars of Armenian society, and we would very much not like this Church to be subjected to [] The post Russian FM expresses concern over attacks on Armenian Church appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Death toll in rain related incidents rises to 45 in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, June 30: Another seven people were killed in the past 24 hours in rain related incidents in Pakistan, bringing the death toll to 45, according to official data released on Monday. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) in its latest update said seven more people died, including four in Balochistan, two in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, and one in Punjab. It said 68 people have been injured since the pre-monsoon spell of rains began on June 26. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in northwest [] The post Death toll in rain related incidents rises to 45 in Pakistan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Telangana pharma plant explosion: Toll increases to 12, as many as 34 injured, says state Minister

SANGAREDDY (Telangana), June 30: The toll from the pharma plant explosion in this district on Monday rose to 12 , Telangana Minister Damodara Raja Narasimha said. At least 34 persons were injured in the explosion, triggered by a suspected chemical reaction, the health minister said. As many as 12 people died and 34 people are under treatment. We are hopeful that there would be no more (deaths), the minister told reporters. Labour Minister G Vivek Venkatswamy said: Eight people died [] The post Telangana pharma plant explosion: Toll increases to 12, as many as 34 injured, says state Minister appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi begins 4-day visit to Bhutan

NEW DELHI, June 30: Chief of Army Staff Gen Upendra Dwivedi on Monday began a four-day trip to Bhutan to further enhance the already close bilateral military ties against the backdrop of Chinas relentless efforts to strengthen infrastructure around the strategically located Doklam plateau. In Bhutanese capital Thimphu, Gen Dwivedi will call on King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and hold wide-ranging talks with Bhutans military chief Lt Gen Batoo Tshering, officials said. The Army Chiefs visit to Bhutan from [] The post Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi begins 4-day visit to Bhutan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

All Stakeholders united to deliver a safe and peaceful Amarnath Yatra: LG Sinha

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today visited Baltal Base Camp and reviewed the preparedness ahead of Shri Amarnath Ji annual pilgrimage, scheduled to commence on July 03. At Baltal, the Lieutenant Governor interacted with the Camp officials and reviewed the arrangements for healthcare, power, communication, water supply, sanitation, food, lodging, weather forecasting, traffic management, surveillance and []

Lieutenant Governor visits Baltal, reviews preparedness ahead of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra

Srinagar, June 30: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today visited Baltal Base Camp and reviewed the preparedness ahead of Shri Amarnath Ji annual pilgrimage, scheduled to commence on July 03. At Baltal, the Lieutenant Governor interacted with the Camp officials and reviewed the arrangements for healthcare, power, communication, water supply, sanitation, food, lodging, weather forecasting, [] The post Lieutenant Governor visits Baltal, reviews preparedness ahead of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

CM Omar Abdullah Calls For Revival Of Buyer-Creator Relationship At SKICC Meet

SRINAGAR, Jun 30: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said that through buyer-seller meets, the government is striving to revive the historic connection between Kashmirs artisans and the global market by rebuilding the direct relationship between creators and customers. The Chief Minister, who was a chief guest on the occasion, made these remarks while addressing the Buyer-Seller Meet2025 held at SKICC, organised by the Jammu and Kashmir Trade Promotion Organisation (JKTPO) in collaboration with the Wool & Woollens Export Promotion Council [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Calls For Revival Of Buyer-Creator Relationship At SKICC Meet appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Five petitioners urge Supreme Court to set early deadline for Centre to restore statehood in J&K

Five petitioners including a former Union Home Secretary, retired defence officers, and a government-appointed interlocutor have written an open letter to Chief Justice of India BR Gavai, urging the Supreme Court to take suo moto cognizance of the continuing delay in restoring statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. Citing assurances made by the Union Government, []

Pak Army Chief Describes Terrorism In J&K As Legitimate Struggle

Islamabad, Jun 30: Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir has described terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir as a legitimate struggle, saying his country would always stand by the people of Kashmir in their struggle. Field Marshal Munir also warned India of a befitting response in case of any future attack, weeks after the two nations briefly locked horns in a dangerous conflict. What India labels as terrorism is, in fact, a legitimate and lawful struggle for freedom, recognised by international law, [] The post Pak Army Chief Describes Terrorism In J&K As Legitimate Struggle appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Jal Shakti Ministry Issues Draft Guidelines For Groundwater Scientist Recruitment

NEW DELHI, June 30: The Ministry of Jal Shakti has proposed a comprehensive overhaul of rules for recruitment and promotion of Group A scientists in the Central Ground Water Board, introducing a structured promotion path, mandatory field experience, tiered performance assessments, and new training requirements. The draft rules covering posts from Scientist B to G have been published for public consultation, and stakeholders are to submit their feedback by July 13. The draft notification aligns the rules with the [] The post Jal Shakti Ministry Issues Draft Guidelines For Groundwater Scientist Recruitment appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

CISF Sets Benchmark With Equal Representation Of Women At IG-Rank Cadre Officers

New Delhi, Jun 30: In a significant stride toward gender parity and women empowerment, the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has reached a historic milestone with 50 per cent of its Inspector General (IG)-rank cadre officers now being women. The four senior women officers currently holding IG-level posts are Shanti Jaidev (IG, Eastern Sector), Jyoti Sinha (IG, Department of Atomic Energy and Department of Space), Pratibha Aggarwal [IG, Tech and Provisioning (Headquarters)], and Neelima Rani (IG, Central Sector). Out of [] The post CISF Sets Benchmark With Equal Representation Of Women At IG-Rank Cadre Officers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

J&K Police Arrest 87 In Drug Crackdown, Seize Narcotics Worth Rs 2.42 Cr

Jammu, Jun 30: Jammu and Kashmir Police in its war against drugs this year so far have arrested 87 accused persons, seized narcotics worth Rs 2.42 crore and attached properties in Udhampur district. An official spokesman here today said that district police in Udhampur have intensified their war against narcotics and registered 61 cases under the NDPS Act. A total of 87 accused were arrested, including 80 under NDPS and 7 under PIT NDPS/PSA provisions; 22 vehicles used for narcotics [] The post J&K Police Arrest 87 In Drug Crackdown, Seize Narcotics Worth Rs 2.42 Cr appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

This Years Arrangements For Yatra Are Significantly Better From Previous Years: LG

Srinagar, Jun 30: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today said that significantly better arrangements have been put in place for this years Amarnath Yatra compared to previous years. During his visit to Baltal in Ganderbal to review on-ground preparations ahead of the Yatra commencing on July 3, LG Sinha noted that the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board (SASB), civil administration, J&K Police, security forces, and all other stakeholders have implemented a range of pilgrim-centric measures to ensure a [] The post This Years Arrangements For Yatra Are Significantly Better From Previous Years: LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

What Lies Behind the Perfect Smile in the Sky?

by Kanvi Joshi Cabin crew, once a small and specialised group, now constitute a large segment of the global service workforce. Their work is essential to the smooth operation of airlines. It influences passenger satisfaction, cultivates brand loyalty, and can prove decisive in moments of crisis. There was a time in recent memory when flying []

Amarnath Yatra: Token distribution for registration begins in Jammu, dry run conducted

The Amarnath Yatra offline registration begins in Jammu. Authorities started token distribution at Saraswati Dham. Pilgrims gathered to get tokens for registration. Registration will start at Vaishnavi Dham and other centers. The administration successfully conducted a dry run on the Jammu-Srinagar highway. Security arrangements are in place for the Yatra.

Despite Ban, Locals Flock to Canal in Central Kashmir

by Mir Rameez SRINAGAR: Hundreds of people were seen bathing in the Wayil Canal, Ganderbal, on Sunday, violating the government-imposed ban on swimming in the canal. The district administration had earlier issued an order banning bathing in the canal, citing the risk of drowning. People, many of them youth and children, continue to use the []

Security Forces Bolster Security On Amarnath Yatra Routes With Hi-Tech Gadgets

Srinagar, Jun 30: Ahead of the Amarnath Yatra, a slew of top-tier security arrangements have been made, including the deployment of hi-tech gadgetry along the routes leading to the south Kashmir cave shrine, officials said on Monday. For the first time, facial recognition systems (FRS) have been installed at strategic locations on both the Pahalgam and Baltal routes of Amarnath Yatra, and the installation of the technology has already yielded results with the arrest of two overground workers (OGWs) of [] The post Security Forces Bolster Security On Amarnath Yatra Routes With Hi-Tech Gadgets appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Army Chief Visits Bhutan to Bolster Defence Cooperation

Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi on Monday departed on an official visit to Bhutan. The Indian Army stated that the visit aimed to further bolster the enduring bilateral defence cooperation between the two nations. General Upendra Dwivedi, COAS proceeded on an official visit to Bhutan today. The visit aims to further []

Major Reshuffle In ACB J&K: New SP Appointed, DySPs And Inspectors Transferred

Jammu, Jun 30: In a key administrative move, the J&K Government has promoted Sunny Gupta, JKPS, to Superintendent of Police and posted him in the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), J&K. Meanwhile, three Deputy Superintendents of PoliceShwetambri Sharma, Pardeep Kumar Sharma, and Champa Sharmahave been repatriated to the Home Department for further posting. Simultaneously, DySPs Mohd Anzer (from Chadoora), Mohd Amin (from Crime Branch), and Malikzada Idrees (from Samba) have been transferred and posted in ACB. Additionally, Inspectors Kamal Sangra and Rajesh [] The post Major Reshuffle In ACB J&K: New SP Appointed, DySPs And Inspectors Transferred appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Committee Formed To Examine Hotel Centaur Drawings Submitted By LAGO Vue

JAMMU, Jun 30: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has constituted a committee to examine the drawings submitted by LAGO Vue Srinagar Private Limited for the proposed Hotel Centaur Lake View project. See Order Copy Click Here. The post Committee Formed To Examine Hotel Centaur Drawings Submitted By LAGO Vue appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Govt Ready for Smooth Amarnath Yatra, Says Omar Abdullah

SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said the government has made all the arrangements for the smooth conduct of the Amarnath Yatra. CM Omar said that they hope and pray for the safe and smooth conduct of the yatra. The Lieutenant Governor chaired meetings with political parties and civil society members and assured adequate []

All arrangements in place for peaceful, successful Amarnath Yatra: LG Sinha

Baltal: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said that all the arrangements have been put in place for the safety and security of Amarnath yatris. Speaking to reporters after chairing a high level security meet, LG Sinha, said this year arrangements are much better than previous years. He said security agencies have formulated []

LLM, Equivalent Legal Courses Offered Online Or Via Hybrid Mode Unauthorised: BCI

New Delhi, Jun 30: The Bar Council of India (BCI) has said that offering LLM or equivalent legal courses online or through hybrid mode without its approval was unauthorised and unrecognised. The BCI, as a result, issued an advisory against the proliferation of unapproved Master of Laws (LLM) programmes offered online, through distance or hybrid modes. The advisory, authored by Justice (retd) Rajendra Menon, former chief justice of the Delhi High Court and co-Chairperson of the standing committee on legal [] The post LLM, Equivalent Legal Courses Offered Online Or Via Hybrid Mode Unauthorised: BCI appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Animals are jeevan dhan, term pashu inappropriate: Murmu at UP veterinary institute event

Bareilly, Jun 30: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday said she feels that using the word pashu for animals was inappropriate and referred to them as jeevan dhan or wealth of life. Speaking at the 11th convocation ceremony of the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), Murmu said life without animals cannot be imagined. Truly speaking, animals and human beings share a relationship. Today, we have technology, but in the past, they (animals) were our saadhan (for transportation) and bal (force) for [] The post Animals are jeevan dhan, term pashu inappropriate: Murmu at UP veterinary institute event appeared first on Daily Excelsior .