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Goa Beat Jammu And Kashmir By 7 Wickets In Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy
Kolkata, Dec 6: Skipper Suyash Prabhudessai led from the front with an unbeaten 28-ball 51 as Goa handed a seven-wicket defeat to Jammu and Kashmir in their Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophys Group B clash here on Saturday. Goa were also bolstered by a fine 44-ball 59 with eight fours and a six by Kashyap Bakhale in the chase as they responded with 167 for three in 19 overs after keeping Jammu and Kashmir to 161 for six earlier. Goa [] The post Goa Beat Jammu And Kashmir By 7 Wickets In Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Three Dead, One Injured As Yatri Vehicle Meets Accident In J&Ks Kishtwar
Kishtwar, Dec 6: A Yatri vehicle met with an accident in Kishtwar on Saturday, resulting in the death of three persons on the spot, while another sustained injuries. Officials said that the injured person was shifted to District Hospital Kishtwar for treatment. All the victims hail from the Dessa area of Doda district. Further investigation into the incident is underway. (KNC) The post Three Dead, One Injured As Yatri Vehicle Meets Accident In J&Ks Kishtwar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Warm and engaging atmosphere reigned, Shashi Tharoor on Putin banquet
NEW DELHI, Dec 6: Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor, who on Friday attended a banquet for Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Rashtrapati Bhawan, on Saturday described the atmosphere there as warm and engaging, and said he enjoyed his conversations with many of the attendees. Tharoos remarks came a day after President Droupadi Murmu hosted a banquet for the visiting Russian president at the Rashtrapati Bhavan here. Attended the @rashtrapatibhvn banquet for President Putin last night. A warm and engaging [] The post Warm and engaging atmosphere reigned, Shashi Tharoor on Putin banquet appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Historic blunders on J-K, China are Nehrus legacy: BJP hits back at Sonia Gandhi
New Delhi, Dec 6: The BJP on Saturday alleged that historical blunders like allowing Pakistan and China to occupy Indian territory and giving special status to Jammu and Kashmir are Jawaharlal Nehrus legacy, as it hit out at Congress leader Sonia Gandhi over her accusation that the ruling dispensations main objective is to vilify him. Hitting back at the Congress parliamentary party chairperson over her allegations that the ruling BJPs goal is not just to erase the legacy of the [] The post Historic blunders on J-K, China are Nehrus legacy: BJP hits back at Sonia Gandhi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Sinha Clarifies JKPSC Exam File Issue; Says Social Media Claims Misleading
JAMMU, Dec 6: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday clarified that several social media posts circulating about the JKPSC examination were misleading, stating that the facts had been misrepresented. In a post on X, he confirmed that the file received by Lok Bhavan on December 2, 2025, was strictly related to age relaxation and not to the conduct of the examination. He said the file was returned the same day with a query asking whether it was logistically possible to [] The post LG Sinha Clarifies JKPSC Exam File Issue; Says Social Media Claims Misleading appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
INDIA Bloc On Life Support, Risks Being Wheeled Into ICU: Omar Abdullah
New Delhi, Dec 6: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and National Conference leader Omar Abdullah on Saturday said the opposition INDIA bloc is currently on life support and risks being wheeled into the ICU due to infighting and a failure to match the BJPs round-the-clock election machine. Speaking at the HT Leadership Summit here, Abdullah detailed the organisational and strategic failures of the opposition bloc, contrasting its approach with the BJPs unparalleled work ethic. Talking about the INDIA blocs current [] The post INDIA Bloc On Life Support, Risks Being Wheeled Into ICU: Omar Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
10 killed, 10 wounded in shooting in S. Africas Pretoria
PRETORIA, Dec 6: At least 10 people were killed and 10 others wounded in a shooting on Saturday at the Saulsville Hostel in Atteridgeville in South Africas administrative capital Pretoria, local police said. (UNI) The post 10 killed, 10 wounded in shooting in S. Africas Pretoria appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Major terror bid foiled in Paks Punjab province, 24 terrorists arrested
LAHORE, Dec 6: Law enforcement agencies have foiled a major terror plot in Pakistans Punjab province and arrested 24 terrorists, most of whom belong to the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), police said on Saturday. The terrorists were arrested during operations in different areas of the province this week, the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) of Punjab said in a statement. It said the CTD Punjab conducted 364 intelligence-based operations in different districts, in which 24 terrorists were arrested along with weapons, explosives [] The post Major terror bid foiled in Paks Punjab province, 24 terrorists arrested appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Multiplex Association of India raises concerns over Netflixs proposed acquisition of Warner Bros
NEW DELHI, Dec 6: The Multiplex Association of India (MAI) on Saturday raised its concerns over Netflixs proposed acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, saying that it poses a direct competition and economic threat to Indias theatrical and broader film economy. The Acquisition of Warner Bros, one of the worlds leading studios, by a dominant streaming platform that has historically deprioritised theatrical releases, poses a direct economic threat to Indias broader film economy, MAI said in a statement. On Friday, [] The post Multiplex Association of India raises concerns over Netflixs proposed acquisition of Warner Bros appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Police Recover Separatist Posters, Banned Literature During Search In Pulwama
Srinagar, Dec 6: Police on Saturday recovered incriminating material, including posters of a separatist outfit and some banned literature, during a search in Jammu and Kashmirs Pulwama district. Acting on a search warrant issued by the NIA Court Pulwama in a case registered under the UAP Act, the police carried out a search at a shop belonging to Mohamed Amir Rather, a resident of Litter Pulwama, a police spokesman said. According to the spokesperson, the search operation was conducted in [] The post J&K Police Recover Separatist Posters, Banned Literature During Search In Pulwama appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Square Yards raises USD 35 mn at USD 900 mn valuation
NEW DELHI, Dec 6: Real estate technology firm Square Yards has raised USD 35 million from investors, including Smile Gate, at a valuation of USD 900 million to expand business, according to sources. Gurugram-based Square Yards, which is mainly into property brokerage and home loans, posted revenue of Rs 1,410 crore in the last financial year. According to sources, Square Yards has raised USD 35 million, led by Korean venture capital fund Smile Gate and other existing investors. The [] The post Square Yards raises USD 35 mn at USD 900 mn valuation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Airline Chaos, Age-Relaxation Delay: CM Omar Calls for JKAS Exam Postponement
JAMMU, Dec 6: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday flagged serious concern over widespread airline disruptions and administrative delays that have left thousands of JKAS aspirants facing unprecedented stress ahead of the Preliminary Examination. The CM noted that severe travel chaos triggered by ongoing airline issues has choked key routes, restricting movement for candidates scheduled [] The post Airline Chaos, Age-Relaxation Delay: CM Omar Calls for JKAS Exam Postponement appeared first on Northlines .
BJP MP Moves Private MemberS Bill To Remove Secular, Socialist From Preamble
NEW DELHI, Dec 6: The terms secular and socialist are not required in the Preamble of the Constitution, and were added in an undemocratic manner during the Emergency, BJP Rajya Sabha MP Bhim Singh, who has introduced a Private Members Bill in the Upper House to remove these words, said here. Singh, who introduced The Constitution (Amendment) Bill, 2025 (amendment of the Preamble) in the Rajya Sabha on Friday, said the words create confusion and were not a part [] The post BJP MP Moves Private MemberS Bill To Remove Secular, Socialist From Preamble appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
JKAS Exams Must Be Deferred Till Age Relaxation Issue Is Addressed By LG: JK Govt
SRINAGAR, Dec 6: Jammu and Kashmir government on Saturday said the examination for JKAS should be deferred till the issue of age relaxation, which is pending consideration of Lieutenant Governor, is addressed. The elected government is in favour of relaxing the upper age limit for recruitment and we have sent the file to the Lok Bhawan in this regard. Till the process is completed, the Public Service Commission should defer the examination, advisor to chief minister, Nasir Aslam Wani, said. [] The post JKAS Exams Must Be Deferred Till Age Relaxation Issue Is Addressed By LG: JK Govt appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt Imposes Fare Caps After Airfares Spike Amid IndiGo Disruptions
New Delhi: The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) on Saturday invoked its regulatory powers to impose fare caps across affected routes amid soaring airfares following IndiGos cancellation of more than 1,600 flights this week due to crew-rostering mismanagement. The ministry said it took serious note of unusually high fares being charged during the disruption and [] The post Govt Imposes Fare Caps After Airfares Spike Amid IndiGo Disruptions appeared first on Northlines .
Sitharaman Praises Omar Abdullah For Focused Approach To Restore J&Ks Economy
New Delhi, Dec 6: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday appreciated Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for his focused and determined approach to restore the Union territorys economy following a major setback to J-Ks tourism sector. Reflecting on the nations economic journey since 2019, marked by a sequence of unprecedented global and domestic challenges, the finance minister highlighted the specific efforts underway in Jammu and Kashmir. Without naming Pakistan, she said the country had trouble with our [] The post Sitharaman Praises Omar Abdullah For Focused Approach To Restore J&Ks Economy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Chronic kidney diseases may accelerate cognitive decline; effects sex-specific: Study
New Delhi, Dec 6: Chronic kidney diseases may accelerate cognitive decline but its manifestation differs in men and women, according to a new study. The decline is primarily due to damage to the heart-brain link triggered by chronic kidney illness, it said. Studying a rural population in the US, researchers from Marshall University found that men with chronic kidney disease experienced a higher cognitive impairment and a more pronounced reduction in heart function, compared to women. The findings, published in [] The post Chronic kidney diseases may accelerate cognitive decline; effects sex-specific: Study appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
US approves sale of 100 JASSM Missiles to Italy for USD 301 million
WASHINGTON, Dec 6: The United States has approved the sale of Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles (JASSM) with Extended Range and related equipment to Italy, with an estimated cost of USD 301 million. The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Italy of Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles with Extended Range and related equipment for an estimated cost of $301 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress, the [] The post US approves sale of 100 JASSM Missiles to Italy for USD 301 million appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Crime Branch Kashmir Charge-sheets Chronic Fraudster In Dubai Export Scam
Srinagar, Dec 6: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has once again booked notorious repeat offender Zahid Bashir Sofi alias Shagoo after filing a chargesheet in a high-value export scam, reaffirming concerns over his long-standing pattern of financial fraud and continued evasion of law enforcement. The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime [] The post Crime Branch Kashmir Charge-sheets Chronic Fraudster In Dubai Export Scam appeared first on Northlines .
J&K: ASI Booked in Doda for Assaulting Biker in Full Public View
Jammu, Dec 6: Police in Doda have registered an FIR against an Assistant Sub-Inspector after a video allegedly showing him assaulting a two-wheeler rider in public went viral on social media. According to officials, Anzar Majid Malik filed a written complaint on December 3 at the DH Doda police post, accusing ASI Ghulam Ali of [] The post J&K: ASI Booked in Doda for Assaulting Biker in Full Public View appeared first on Northlines .
Vice-President Radhakrishnan recalls Ambedkars role in shaping India
New Delhi, Dec 6: Vice-President C P Radhakrishnan on Saturday paid tributes to B R Ambedkar on his 69th death anniversary, and recalled his relentless struggle for equality and dignity. Ambedkar was a towering champion of social justice, Radhakrishnan said. His relentless struggle for equality, dignity and fraternity laid the foundation of a modern, progressive and inclusive India. His visionary ideas continue to guide our national journey towards a just and harmonious society, the vice-president said in a social media [] The post Vice-President Radhakrishnan recalls Ambedkars role in shaping India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
No respite from toxic air in Delhi, AQI remains very poor
New Delhi, Dec 6: The air quality in the national capital remained in the very poor category on Saturday morning, as the Air Quality Index (AQI) at 9 am settled at 335. According to the Central Pollution Control Board Sameer App, 36 monitoring stations across the capital also reported very poor air, with Mundka recording the worst levels at 387. According to the CPCB, an AQI between 0 and 50 is classified good, 51 and 100 satisfactory, 101 and 200 [] The post No respite from toxic air in Delhi, AQI remains very poor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ASI Booked In Jammu For Assaulting Two-Wheeler Rider In Full Public View
Jammu, Dec 6: An FIR has been registered against an assistant sub-inspector in Doda after a video purportedly showing him physically assaulting a two-wheeler rider in full public view went viral on social media. On December 3, a written complaint was lodged at the DH Doda police post by Anzar Majid Malik, alleging that ASI Ghulam Ali, a resident of Sadeeqabad, wrongfully restrained and assaulted him. Acting promptly on the complaint, an FIR under relevant sections of law was registered [] The post ASI Booked In Jammu For Assaulting Two-Wheeler Rider In Full Public View appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IndiGo Turbulence: Jammu Flyers Get Relief, Srinagar Faces Fresh Disruptions
Jammu/Srinagar, Dec 6: IndiGo on Saturday resumed nine of its 11 flights from Jammu Airport but cancelled seven from Srinagar as nationwide pilot-rostering disruptions continued to derail operations. The partial revival at Jammu brought relief to passengers stranded after repeated cancellations, while eight flights seven of them IndiGo were grounded at Srinagar International [] The post IndiGo Turbulence: Jammu Flyers Get Relief, Srinagar Faces Fresh Disruptions appeared first on Northlines .
Mercury Plunges In Kashmir After Brief Respite, Shopian Freezes At Minus 6.4 Deg C
SRINAGAR, Dec 6: Night temperatures in Kashmir dropped several degrees below the freezing point, even as a thick layer of fog engulfed parts of the valley, with Srinagar recording a low of minus 4.1 degrees Celsius, officials said on Saturday. Shopian was the coldest recorded place in Jammu and Kashmir as the mercury there settled at a low of minus 6.4 degrees Celsius, they said. The mercury had on Thursday night settled above the freezing point at most places in [] The post Mercury Plunges In Kashmir After Brief Respite, Shopian Freezes At Minus 6.4 Deg C appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IndiGo Resumes 9 Flights From Jammu Airport, Cancels 7 From Srinagar
Jammu/Srinagar, Dec 6: IndiGo on Saturday announced the resumption of nine of its 11 flights from the Jammu Airport, but cancelled seven flights from Srinagar, owing to the nationwide disruptions caused by the airlines pilot-rostering issues. The resumption of flights from Jammu brought much-needed respite to travellers who were left stranded at the airport after a series of cancellations. On the contrary, a total of eight flights seven operated by IndiGo stood cancelled at the Srinagar International Airport. [] The post IndiGo Resumes 9 Flights From Jammu Airport, Cancels 7 From Srinagar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
41 Startups Closed in Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir has recorded 41 startup closures as of October 31, 2025, according to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. This was part of a broader parliamentary reply to an unstarred question in the Rajya Sabha by Javed Ali Khan, answered by the Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, Jitin Prasada. While []
As an actor and producer, my hats are different: Priyanka Chopra Jonas
As an actor, Priyanka Chopra Jonas is constantly trying to challenge herself but as a producer, she says she wants to back stories that move her personally, something that propelled her to back the documentary Born Hungry on celebrity chef Sash Simpson. The documentary, currently streaming on JioHotstar in India, traces the life of Simpson from being abandoned as a young boy in India to his adoption in Canada and his eventual success as a renowned chef. It is [] The post As an actor and producer, my hats are different: Priyanka Chopra Jonas appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India Emerges as Top Buffalo Meat Exporter with Exports Surging to Rs 35,233 Crore
SRINAGAR: India has recorded a significant rise in meat exports, with the total value reaching Rs 35,233 crore in 2024-25, according to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. This was revealed in the Rajya Sabha during the reply to Unstarred Question No. 691 by Mausam B Noor, answered by the Minister of State for Commerce []
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Chenab Valley to Get New Rail Lines, Boosting Tourism and Trade
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir is set to see further expansion of rail connectivity in the Chenab Valley, following a question in the Rajya Sabha on the progress of the UdhampurSrinagarBaramulla Rail Link (USBRL). An unstarred question was asked by Shri Sat Paul Sharma and answered by the Minister of Railways, Information and Broadcasting, and Electronics []
Kya Se Kya Ho Gaya: Cong Takes Dig At Modi Govt Over New US National Security Strategy
New Delhi, Dec 6: In a swipe at the Modi government over the new US National Security Strategy, the Congress on Saturday said it marks a notable shift in the American approach to Pakistan, and avoids the explicit criticism that defined the 2017 Donald Trump-era strategy document, which openly accused Islamabad of supporting militants targeting US partners. The opposition party also pointed out that the document reiterates US President Donald Trumps claim that he settled the raging conflict between India [] The post Kya Se Kya Ho Gaya: Cong Takes Dig At Modi Govt Over New US National Security Strategy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ED Files Chargesheet Against Reliance Power, Subsidiaries In Fake Bank Guarantee Case
New Delhi, Dec 6: The Enforcement Directorate on Saturday said it has filed a chargesheet against businessman Anil Ambanis group company Reliance Power Ltd. and 10 others in a money laundering case linked to issuance of an alleged fake bank guarantee of Rs 68 crore for securing a tender. The other accused named in the prosecution complaint include former Reliance Power CFO Ashok Kumar Pal, Reliance NU BESS Ltd. and Rosa Power Supply Company Ltd. (subsidiaries of Reliance Power), an [] The post ED Files Chargesheet Against Reliance Power, Subsidiaries In Fake Bank Guarantee Case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Multiple Flights Cancelled At Srinagar Airport This Morning; Indigo Worst Hit
Srinagar, Dec 6: Flight operations at Srinagar International Airport witnessed fresh disruptions on Saturday morning, with several cancellations reported majority of them affecting IndiGo services, officials said. An airport official said that a total of 64 flight movements were scheduled for the day, including 32 arrivals and 32 departures. Of these, IndiGo accounted for 36 movements, but 14 IndiGo flights 7 arrivals and 7 departures were cancelled by 8:00 AM. Additionally, two more cancellations involving another airline (one arrival and [] The post Multiple Flights Cancelled At Srinagar Airport This Morning; Indigo Worst Hit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
25-Year-Old Kashmiri Student Passes Away in Jaipur
SRINAGAR: An MBA student from Anantnag passed away in Jaipur after suffering a sudden cardiac arrest, sending shockwaves through his hometown. The deceased, 25-year-old Aamir Padder, son of Parvaiz Ahmad Padder (Parvaiz Enterprises), was pursuing his MBA in Jaipur when the fatal medical emergency occurred, family sources said. His mortal remains are being brought to []
IndiGo flight disruptions continue at Srinagar Airport
Srinagar: Indigo Flight disruptions continued for another straight day at Srinagar International Airport, with 16 flight movements cancelled till 8 AM on Saturday, official said. An official said the airport had a total of 64 scheduled movements for today, including 32 arrivals and 32 departures for the day. He said, of these, IndiGo Airlines were []
India Restores full Embassy Operations in Kabul, Signals Deeper Engagement with Afghanistan
SRINAGAR: India has formally restored its diplomatic presence in Kabul by upgrading its Technical Mission to the Embassy of India in Afghanistan with effect from October 21, 2025, the Ministry of External Affairs has informed the Lok Sabha. This marks the first full diplomatic return to Kabul in four years, signalling a calibrated shift in []
Nearly One Crore Indians Reside in Gulf Nations, Govt Tells Lok Sabha
SRINAGAR:Nearly one crore Indians 99,35,024 in total are living and working across the Gulf countries, the Government of India has said in a written reply to the Lok Sabha. The figure, based on estimates from Indian Missions in the Gulf, highlights the regions position as the single-largest overseas destination for Indian workers. According []
EOW Files Chargesheet in Dubai Export Scam
SRINAGAR: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir on Saturday filed a chargesheet in FIR No. 31/2023 against two accused, including alleged repeat offender Zahid Bashir Sofi alias Shagoo, in a high-value Dubai export scam. The chargesheet, submitted before the Court of the City Judge Srinagar under Sections 420 and 120-B of the []
Dubai Export Scam Case: Chronic Offender Chargesheeted By Crime Branch Kashmir
Srinagar: Crime Branch Kashmir on Saturday said that they filed Chargesheet Against a chronic Offender in high value Dubai export scam. In a handout,the CBK said that the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has filed a chargesheet in Case FIR No. 31/2023 under Sections 420 and 120-B RPC before the Honble Court []
Jammu Kashmir Records Sharp Rise in MCP Card Coverage, Touches 97.3 per cent
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir has reported one of the greatest improvements in maternal health documentation in the country, with the Union Health Ministry informing Lok Sabha that the share of registered pregnancies receiving a Mother and Child Protection (MCP) Card has risen from 88.7 per cent in NFHS-4 (201516) to 97.3 per cent in NFHS-5 []
A newsrooms panic over an unresponsive colleague turns into profound relief as police, firefighters, and journalists unite to find him safe, more than two hours after the door opened, writes Masood Hussain Late on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, I was asked to deliver a lecture on the evolution and implementation of gender budgeting in Jammu []
ASI Booked in Assault Case In Doda: Police
Jammu: Police in statement said that in a firm display of internal accountability, Doda Police have registered an FIR against an Assistant Sub-Inspector of the department after he was found involved in an alleged assault case. In a handout, the police said that the action follows a written complaint filed on December 3 at Police []
DRDO hands over 7 technologies developed under tech development fund to armed forces
Each of these technologies or products has been designed, developed and extensively tested by the Indian industry with close collaboration and guidance of DRDO's domain experts and the tri-services, reinforcing the scheme's focus on import substitution and critical technology development, a statement said.
Russian military hardware, spare parts for Indian military to be manufactured in India
NEW DELHI: Russia agreed to encourage joint manufacturing in India of military hardware and spare parts for maintenance of Russian-origin arms and defence equipment. Ways to bolster overall bilateral defence cooperation figured prominently during summit talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday. It has been a long-standing grievance of []
Supreme Court to decide whether Trumps birthright citizenship order violates Constitution
WASHINGTON: The Supreme Court agreed on Friday to take up the constitutionality of President Donald Trumps order on birthright citizenship declaring that children born to parents who are in the United States illegally or temporarily are not American citizens. The justices will hear Trumps appeal of a lower-court ruling that struck down the citizenship restrictions. []
Forest Minister, CMs Advisor assure govt support for CCIKs tourism, eco, service push
SRINAGAR: The Chamber of Commerce and Industries Kashmir (CCIK) on Friday held its executive meeting in Srinagar.Minister for Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana and Advisor to the Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani attended the meeting. The meeting focused on strengthening Kashmirs tourism ecosystem, protecting fragile environmental assets and improving the []
TEDx Dal Lake holds strategic meeting to bring an international platform to Kashmir
SRINAGAR. In a significant move to enhance Kashmirs intellectual and creative scene, TEDx Dal Lake held a comprehensive strategic meeting with its organizing team, leading content creators, and various thinkers from across the Valley. The goal was to lay the groundwork for an international-standard TEDx event in Kashmir. This event aims to showcase the regions []
Inquiry committee formed to probe alleged overpricing of school books in Hajin
HAJIN: The Zonal Education Officer (ZEO) Hajin has constituted a three-member committee to inquire into allegations of gross overpricing of school books by a local bookseller, after a video highlighting the issue surfaced on social media. According to the order issued on Friday, several parents have accused the bookseller of charging exorbitant and unjustified rates []
YNC District Srinagar office inaugurated on Sher-e-Kashmirs 120th birth anniversary
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Youth National Conference (YNC) District Srinagar office was inaugurated on Friday at the party headquarters, Nawa-e-Subha office complex, on the occasion of the 120th birth anniversary of Sher-e-Kashmir Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah. The office was inaugurated by the partys Chief Spokesperson and MLA, Tanvir Sadiq, along with Provincial Vice President and []
Sakeena pays rich tributes to Sher-i-Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo paid rich tributes to Sher-i-Kashmir Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah on his 120th birth anniversary. In a grand ceremony held in his remembrance at the historic mausoleum of the great leader at Qaid Mazaar, Naseem Bagh Hazratbal here today, Minister Sakeena offered special prayers []
Winners of Chrysanthemum Theme Garden Reel &Photography competitions announced
SRINAGAR: The Department of Floriculture, Gardens & Parks, Kashmir has announced the winners of the Reel and Photography Competitions organised to engage the youth in promotion and publicity of the Chrysanthemum Theme Garden, which was opened to the public on 25th October 2025. The development of the Chrysanthemum Theme Garden is a vital step toward []
GMCSgrkeeps diagnostic services functional
MRI unit undergoes essential maintenance SRINAGAR: The Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar and its associated hospitals (SMHS/SSH) and other partner facilities have successfully maintained uninterrupted diagnostic services over the past two days despite the scheduled shutdown of the MRI unit at ShireenBagh. During the 48-hour period, a total of 67 MRI scans and 220 CT []
Two-day trainee products sale begins at Numaish Gah Srinagar
SRINAGAR: A two-day Trainee Products Sale, organised by the Department of Handicrafts and Handloom, began at Kashmir Haat, popularly known as Numaish Gah, here on Friday. Craft products made by trainees in 432 Training Centres across all 10 districts of Kashmir Division as well as hand-knotted woollen carpets made under Massive Carpet Scheme are on []
Nirav Modis prison move creates complications for Bank of India trial in UK
LONDON, Dec 5 : Fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi, wanted in India to face fraud and money laundering charges, is forced to share a small prison cell with a shared desk with other inmates without access to most of his legal paperwork, the High Court in London was told on Friday. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The 54-year-old accused in the estimated USD 2 billion Punjab National Bank (PNB) loan scam was shifted from HMP Thameside in south [] The post Nirav Modis prison move creates complications for Bank of India trial in UK appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
We can move, speak freely our biggest achievement: Abdullah
Some party leaders speaking against NC, Govt Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 5: The National Conference (NC) president and former Chief Minister, Dr Farooq Abdullah, today said that the biggest achievement of the Omar-led Government in its first year is that people can move and speak freely. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Addressing the media on the 120th birth anniversary of NC founder, late Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah, at his mausoleum in Hazratbal area of Srinagar, Abdullah said that the [] The post We can move, speak freely our biggest achievement: Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India, Russia explore cooperation on small modular reactors, floating nuclear power plants
NEW DELHI, Dec 5: Selection of a site for building a second nuclear power plant with Russian reactors in India and cooperation on small modular reactors figured prominently during summit talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday. The two sides discussed cooperation in the civil nuclear energy domain in the context of ramping up generation of clean energy. Energy security has been a strong and vital pillar of the India-Russia partnership. Our decades-old cooperation [] The post India, Russia explore cooperation on small modular reactors, floating nuclear power plants appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Reimagining Learning Through Art at IIM Jammu
Brushstrokes of Change Prof. Shyam Narayan Lal pro@iimj.ac.in In contemporary higher education, a renewed emphasis on creativity, interdisciplinarity, and cultural rootedness-clearly outlined in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020-is reshaping how institutions conceive their learning environments. Management education, once grounded primarily in metrics, models, and behavioural frameworks, is now being reimagined as a holistic journey-one that cultivates emotional intelligence, aesthetic sensitivity, and the capacity to think across disciplinary boundaries. Within this national shift, IIM Jammu is fast emerging as a [] The post Reimagining Learning Through Art at IIM Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM pledges support to SKIMS for capital investment
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 5: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today presided over the 43rd Foundation Day celebrations of the Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), reaffirming the Governments commitment to expanding healthcare infrastructure and strengthening tertiary care in Jammu and Kashmir. The event was attended by Minister for Health & Medical Education Sakeena Masood Itoo, Minister for Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Javid Ahmad Dar and Advisor to Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, [] The post CM pledges support to SKIMS for capital investment appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sangarsh Samiti stages massive protest over admissions in SMVD Medical College
Tawi Bridge blocked, effigies of Shrine Board & CM torched Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 5: Ever busy main Tawi Bridge remained blocked for over an hour as the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangarsh Samiti today staged a massive protest on Friday against the admission of students from a particular community to the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence. Click here to watch video During the protest, protestors torched effigies of the Shrine Board and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah [] The post Sangarsh Samiti stages massive protest over admissions in SMVD Medical College appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UTLBC holds mega facilitation camps to help citizens claim unclaimed financial assets
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 5: In a major outreach initiative, J&K UTLBC today organised mega facilitation camps across Ramban, Kishtwar, Ganderbal and Shopian as part of the nationwide campaign Aapki Poonji, Aapka Adhikar Your Money, Your Right, aimed at helping citizens trace and claim their long-pending unclaimed financial assets. The campaign, launched by the Department of Financial Services in coordination with the Reserve Bank of India and other financial-sector regulators, focuses on creating awareness on dormant bank deposits, matured [] The post UTLBC holds mega facilitation camps to help citizens claim unclaimed financial assets appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG inaugurates community halls, launches Nayi Chetna 4.0 campaign
Excelsior Correspondent ZANSKAR, Dec 5: The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta today reaffirmed the UT Administrations unwavering commitment to inclusive growth, grassroots empowerment and improved public infrastructure across the Union Territory. He was addressing a public meeting in Zanskar after dedicating a series of important development initiatives to the people, describing them as significant milestones that will strengthen the regions foundation for long-term progress. Speaking on the occasion, Gupta said that the initiatives inaugurated today reflect the Administrations firm [] The post LG inaugurates community halls, launches Nayi Chetna 4.0 campaign appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mobile phone import drops to 0.02 pc of local demand in 2024-25 from 75 pc in 2014-15
NEW DELHI, Dec 5 : Mobile phone imports in the country have become almost negligible at around 0.02 per cent of domestic demand in 2024-25 from 75 per cent 10 years ago, according to data shared in Parliament on Friday. Minister of State for electronics and IT Jitin Prasada, in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha, shared that production of electronic goods has increased 6 times to Rs 11.3 lakh crore in 2024-25 from 1.9 lakh crore in 2014-15, [] The post Mobile phone import drops to 0.02 pc of local demand in 2024-25 from 75 pc in 2014-15 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bank of Baroda cut repo-linked interest rate, others to follow suit
NEW DELHI, Dec 5: Hours after the RBI slashed key policy rate, state-owned Bank of Baroda announced an interest rate cut on loans linked to repo rate by 25 basis points, a development to be followed by other lenders. Baroda Repo Based Lending Rate (BRLLR) to come down to 7.90 per cent as against the existing 8.15 per cent, Bank of Baroda said in a regulatory filing. The new rate would be effective from December 6, it said. Another state-owned [] The post Bank of Baroda cut repo-linked interest rate, others to follow suit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India, Russia fertiliser firms ink pact to set up USD 1.2 bn greenfield urea unit
NEW DELHI, Dec 5 : Indias three fertiliser companies RCF, IPL and NFL on Friday signed an MoU with Russias Uralchem to set up a greenfield urea plant with an estimated investment of USD 1.2 billion, according to sources. The installed annual capacity of the greenfield plant, to be set up in a Russian city, will be 2 million tonnes. The plant is expected to be operational by mid-2028, they said. India, which is a net importer of [] The post India, Russia fertiliser firms ink pact to set up USD 1.2 bn greenfield urea unit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bankers say door open for more easing from RBI
MUMBAI, Dec 5 : Bankers said the RBIs 0.25 per cent rate cut on Friday leaves the door open for further easing to help strengthen the GDP growth for longer. The decision to cut rates while keeping the door open for future easing helps buffer the economy against potential unexpected shocks or external headwinds, C S Setty, the chairman of largest lender SBI, who also chairs the industry lobby grouping IBA, said in a statement. Setty added that the rate [] The post Bankers say door open for more easing from RBI appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IMF exploring Cyclone Ditwah recovery support for Sri Lanka
COLOMBO, Dec 5: The IMF is exploring ways to support Sri Lanka in its recovery process following Cyclone Ditwah, which has caused widespread destruction in the island nation and left over 450 dead. At a press briefing on Thursday, International Monetary Fund (IMF) spokesperson Julie Kozack said that the Washington-based global lender is continuing to support Sri Lankas recovery, reform, and resilience under the Extended Fund Facility arrangement. Staff and the Sri Lankan authorities reached a StaffLevel Agreement on the [] The post IMF exploring Cyclone Ditwah recovery support for Sri Lanka appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
2nd Federation Cup Lacrosse Cship begins
Excelsior Sports Correspondent KATRA, Dec 5: The 2nd Federation Cup Lacrosse Championship 2025 commenced at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sports Complex, here today with MLA Katra Baldev Raj Sharma inaugurating the event. A total of 16 teams from across the country are participating in the prestigious competition. The ceremony opened with a welcome address by Farooq Ahmad Salroo, CEO of the J&K Lacrosse Association, followed by the chief guests encouraging remarks. In his address, MLA Katra expressed delight over the [] The post 2nd Federation Cup Lacrosse Cship begins appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Saudi Arabia rolls over USD 3 bn deposits with Pakistan for another year
ISLAMABAD, Dec 5: Saudi Arabia has extended the maturity of its USD 3 billion deposit placed with Pakistans central bank for another year, continuing a financial lifeline that has helped bolster the countrys foreign exchange reserves amid ongoing liquidity crunch, a media report said Friday. While some analysts framed Saudi assistance as something that may carry future geopolitical expectations tied to defence cooperation, others argued that the rollover reflects weakness, not success, for Pakistan. The extension, made through the Saudi [] The post Saudi Arabia rolls over USD 3 bn deposits with Pakistan for another year appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
EU regulators hit Elon Musks X with 120 million euro fine for breaching blocs social media law
LONDON, Dec 5: European Union regulators on Friday fined Elon Musks social media platform X 120 million euros (USD 140 million) for failing to comply with the blocs digital regulations. The European Commission issued its decision following an investigation it opened two years ago into X under the 27-nation blocs Digital Services Act. Also known as the DSA, its a sweeping rulebook that requires platforms to take more responsibility for protecting European users and cleaning up harmful or illegal content [] The post EU regulators hit Elon Musks X with 120 million euro fine for breaching blocs social media law appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Minister lays foundation stone for Nagbal Playfield at Ladoora
Excelsior Sports Correspondent BARAMULLA, Dec 5: In a significant step towards strengthening the sports infrastructure in north Kashmir, Minister for Agriculture Production Department, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Javid Ahmad Dar, laid foundation stone for development of Nagbal Playfield at Ladoora, Rafiabad, here today. The project is being executed by the J&K Sports Council with an estimated cost of Rs 70.00 lakh. The Minister said that the Government is vigorously strengthening the sports infrastructure with modern facilities to support the [] The post Minister lays foundation stone for Nagbal Playfield at Ladoora appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UT Netball Championship 2025 commences
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 5: The UT Netball Championship 2025 began today at Dogra Ground, Shastri Nagar, Jammu, with great energy and enthusiasm. Teams from across the Union Territory are competing, displaying remarkable talent and sportsmanship. The championship will continue tomorrow, culminating in a closing ceremony that will mark the grand conclusion of this vibrant sporting event. Organisers have invited all sports enthusiasts and community members to attend and witness the exciting matches. The post UT Netball Championship 2025 commences appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Heritage School Jammu holds programme
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 5: Heritage School Jammu celebrated its outstanding academic achievers for the session 202425 with an elegant and inspiring ceremony that highlighted dedication, consistency and scholastic brilliance. Devayani Rana, MLA Nagrota Constituency, graced the occasion as the chief guest. A UCLA Economics alumna and a committed public leader, her presence added prestige to the event attended by Chairman Sunil Gupta, the Board of Trustees and proud parents. The programme began with the traditional lighting of the lamp [] The post Heritage School Jammu holds programme appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Srinagar to host District Ball Badminton Cship
Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 5: The District Srinagar Ball Badminton Association, in collaboration with the J&K Ball Badminton Association, is set to conduct the My Youth My Pride District Srinagar Ball Badminton Championship for Boys and Girls 2025-26. The event, held under the My Youth My Pride initiative of the J&K Sports Council, aims to promote sports at the grassroots level and provide a competitive platform for young talent. The two-day championship, sponsored by the J&K Sports Council, will [] The post Srinagar to host District Ball Badminton Cship appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The large-scale excavation at Zehanpora in Baramulla has opened a remarkable and unexpected chapter in Kashmirs civilisational history. The discovery of a Kushan-era Buddhist complex-comprising a stupa, structural walls, pottery and copper artefacts-is far from an ordinary archaeological finding. It is, in fact, a revelation that challenges long-held assumptions about the Valleys cultural past and firmly positions Kashmir within the broader Buddhist landscape of the subcontinent. For decades, Jammu and Ladakh have been the known torchbearers of Buddhist heritage in [] The post Kashmirs Buddhist Legacy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Modi, Putin discuss ways to combat terror; condemn Pahalgam, Moscow attacks
Unveil measures to broaden trade, economic ties *Gita, Kashmiri Saffron PMs gifts to Russian Prez NEW DELHI, Dec 5:India and Russia on Friday called for an uncompromising global fight against terrorism without hidden agendas and double standards with Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserting that the menace is a direct attack on the values of humanity. At their summit talks, Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin condemned the terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmirs Pahalgam and Moscows Crocus City Hall and [] The post Modi, Putin discuss ways to combat terror; condemn Pahalgam, Moscow attacks appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Survey of Uri rail line, doubling of Banihal to Baramulla line completed; DPR ready
Project sanctioning requires consultations: Vaishnaw *Jammu-Rajouri-Poonch rail track remains distant dream Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Dec 5: Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw today said the survey of Baramulla-Uri new rail line and Banihal-Baramulla line doubling has been completed and Detailed Project Report (DPR) has been prepared. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Vaishnaw gave this information in response to a written question in the Rajya Sabha today. Survey of Baramulla-Uri new line (46 Km) and Banihal-Baramulla doubling (118 Km) has been [] The post Survey of Uri rail line, doubling of Banihal to Baramulla line completed; DPR ready appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 5: Jammu and Kashmir Polices State Investigation Agency (SIA) today conducted raids at two locations in Kashmir in connection with the Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) threat posters that had appeared in the Nowgam area of Srinagar in October. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The investigation into the case had earlier led the police to bust a major interstate white-collar terror module of JeM-Ansar Ghazwatul Hind (AGH), which was cracked last month and is believed to be [] The post SIA raids two locations appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CEO suspends 2 teachers, stops staffs salary
Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Dec 5: In a firm and uncompromising move to strengthen accountability in the districts education system, Chief Education Officer Rajouri, Mohammad Hafiz today placed two Govt teachers under suspension, withheld salary of the staff of 11 schools for poor performance/ various violations and issued notices to 34 other schools for not providing Mid-Day Meals to the students. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The action has been taken by the CEO against the erring staff members [] The post CEO suspends 2 teachers, stops staffs salary appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Langers Central deputation extended
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 5: The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the Health and Family Welfare Ministrys proposal to extend the Central deputation of 2009 batch IAS officer Raghav Langer, who is serving as Secretary of the National Medical Commission. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp As per an order, his tenure has been extended by one year beyond October 3, 2025, or until further orders, whichever is earlier. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has [] The post Langers Central deputation extended appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India-Russia Summit-Level Talks | Terror strikes in Pahalgam or Crocus, roots are same: PM
Terrorism an Assault on Humanity; IndiaRussia to intensify counter-terror efforts New Delhi, Dec 5:Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday asserted that both the countries are determined to fight terror and its sponsors, and dismantle their ecosystem. During summit-level talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin at New Delhi, PM Modi said [] The post India-Russia Summit-Level Talks | Terror strikes in Pahalgam or Crocus, roots are same: PM appeared first on Northlines .
CM seeks Rs 250-Cr patient-centric project SKIMS
Srinagar, Dec 5:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday hailed the contribution of Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) in revolutionising healthcare in Jammu and Kashmir, even as he expressed concern over its administrative functioning. Omar claimed that the key files of the institute are not being routed through him or the Health Minister. Speaking at [] The post CM seeks Rs 250-Cr patient-centric project SKIMS appeared first on Northlines .
FIFA gives President Donald Trump Peace Prize in departure from its traditional focus on sport
This is truly one of the great honours of my life, U.S. President Donald Trump said.
USBRL project generated over 5 Cr man-days of employment: Minister
Survey for BaramullaUri line complete; DPR prepared to boost Kashmirs rail connectivity New Delhi, Dec 5:Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday said that the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project generated more than 5 crore man-days of employment. While addressing the Rajya Sabha Vaishnaw said the USBRL project significantly boosted connectivity and economic activity [] The post USBRL project generated over 5 Cr man-days of employment: Minister appeared first on Northlines .
43rd Foundation Day: CM Omar pledges support to SKIMS for capital investment
Asks institute to conceptualise high-impact, high-value project Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday presided over the 43rd Foundation Day celebrations of the Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), reaffirming the Governments commitment to expanding healthcare infrastructure and strengthening tertiary care in Jammu and Kashmir. The event was []
CM lays foundation of two commemorative gates at Hazratbal Shrine
Srinagar Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday laid the foundation stone for two commemorative gates Bab-ul-Salam and Bab-ul-Noor at the revered Dargah Hazratbal, marking a significant step toward preserving the shrines heritage while enhancing its infrastructure and the overall experience for devotees and visitors. The Chief Minister was accompanied by Advisor Nasir Aslam []
Omar pays homage to Sher-e-Kashmir
Srinagar Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday paid homage at the Mazar of Sher-e-Kashmir Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah, recalling the unparalleled role played by the iconic leader in shaping the political and social landscape of Jammu & Kashmir. Braving the sharp winter cold, the Chief Minister visited Naseembagh, Hazratbal, where he led the commemoration held on []
Fog, dry weather to continue across Valley
Srinagar Night temperatures recorded an improvement across Jammu and Kashmir on Friday, with most stations in the Valley and Jammu region showing a rise from previous nights, while the Meteorological Department said that fog and dry weather will continue across the Kashmir Valley. Sub-zero conditions, however, continued in several higher reaches of the Union Territory, []
Combined Competitive Exams: JKSA seeks intervention of LG, CM to end uncertainty over age relaxation
Prolonged delay has left aspirants anxious, uncertain Srinagar The Jammu & Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Friday expressed deep concern and disappointment over the prolonged uncertainty regarding the demand for age relaxation for aspirants of the Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) Combined Competitive Examination (JKAS/CCE). National Convenor of Association, Nasir Khuehami, in a []
PDP asks LG to clear proposal to increase upper age limit in J&K
Srinagar Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Friday urged Lt Governor Manoj Sinha to approve the Jammu and Kashmir governments proposal, seeking an increase in the upper age limit for the combined competitive examination. PDP MLA Waheed-ur-Rehman Parra said a favourable approval before the examination, scheduled to take place on December 7, would reflect compassion, fairness []
