Security Beefed up Ahead of Republic Day in Jammu Region
JAMMU: Security has been beefed up in Jammu ahead of Republic Day celebrations, with the police making the M A Stadium, the main venue of the function, out of bounds for public as a precautionary measure. The security wing of the Jammu and Kashmir Police has taken control of the stadium, where Lieutenant Governor Manoj [] The post Security Beefed up Ahead of Republic Day in Jammu Region appeared first on Kashmir Life .
AIP leaders announce development initiatives in Bemina under MPLAD Funds
On the directions of incarcerated AIP Supremo and MP Baramulla, Er Rashid, Baramulla Parliamentary Constituency Incharge Inam Un Nabi along with AIP State Secretary Sheikh Ashiq, today toured various areas of Bemina, including Durbal Bemina, falling under the Baramulla Parliamentary Constituency. During the visit, Inam Un Nabi announced the release of 2 lakh from the []
Three drug peddlers arrested in Pulwama: Police
Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, Police have arrested 03 drug peddlers in Pulwama and recovered contraband substances from their possession. A Police spokesperson said, On a specific information about concealing of narcotic substance at the residential houses of two drug peddlers at Kisrigam Kakapora, a police party from []
Chinar Trees in Kashmir Get Geotagged, QR-Enabled
SRINAGAR: The iconic chinar treea cultural and ecological symbol of Jammu and Kashmirthe J&K Forest Department, in collaboration with the J&K Forest Research Institute, has initiated a GIS-based, QR-enabled conservation project. This innovative initiative aims to safeguard chinar trees from threats such as urbanisation, deforestation, and habitat degradation. The project, spearheaded by the Research Forest [] The post Chinar Trees in Kashmir Get Geotagged, QR-Enabled appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Desist From Selling Machine-Made Items In Garb Of Kashmir Handicrafts; Dept Warns Showroom Owners
SRINAGAR, Jan 20: Handicrafts and Handloom Department, Kashmir today warned showroom owners dealing with hand-made craft products to desist from selling machine-made items in the garb of genuine handmade products, failing which strict action under the ambit of Tourist Trade and Quality Control Acts shall be initiated. In a press statement issued here today, a spokesperson from the Handicrafts and Handloom Department, stated that several complaints have been received by the department wherein machine-made Turkish carpets have been sold to [] The post Desist From Selling Machine-Made Items In Garb Of Kashmir Handicrafts; Dept Warns Showroom Owners appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt Constitutes Board For Review Of Draft Master Plan Jammu 2032
JAMMU, Jan 20: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has constituted the Board for inquiry and hearing for periodic five year review of Draft Master Plan Jammu 2032. See Order Copy Click Here. The post Govt Constitutes Board For Review Of Draft Master Plan Jammu 2032 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Six SSPs Adjusted In Different ACB Branches, Three Transferred
JAMMU, Jan 20: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has ordered adjustment of six Senior Superintendents of Police (SSPs) in different branches and headquarters of the force besides transferring three other SSPs/SPs. The post Six SSPs Adjusted In Different ACB Branches, Three Transferred appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Security Beefed Up Ahead Of R-Day In Jammu Region
JAMMU, Jan 20: Security has been beefed up in Jammu ahead of Republic Day celebrations, with the police making the M A Stadium, the main venue of the function, out of bounds for public as a precautionary measure. The security wing of the Jammu and Kashmir Police has taken control of the stadium, where Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha will preside over the Republic Day function with Chief Minister Omar Abdullah as the chief guest. The security has been beefed [] The post Security Beefed Up Ahead Of R-Day In Jammu Region appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Privacy respected: How Indias heartthrob Neeraj Chopra pulled off secret wedding
New Delhi, Jan 20: A family that took an oath of secrecy, a national federation which kept mum despite claiming to know everything and his closest friends in dark one of Indias most iconic athletes, Neeraj Chopra, got married in complete secrecy at a time when even mildly popular celebrities struggle to keep things private. The amiable youngster, a bonafide giant of Indian sports with two individual Olympic medals against his name, left the country wonder-struck on Sunday night [] The post Privacy respected: How Indias heartthrob Neeraj Chopra pulled off secret wedding appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The Supreme Court on Monday directed the registrar general of the Jammu and Kashmir High Court to ensure proper video conferencing facilities at a special court in Jammu where the trial of separatist leader Yasin Malik, who is in Tihar Jail, will take place. A bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Justice Ujjal Bhuyan []
SSP Srinagar among 5 promoted to Super Time Scale in JKPS
SSP Srinagar city Imtiyaz Hussain Mir, along with four other officers, has been promoted to the Super Time Scale (Level 13A) of the Jammu and Kashmir Police Service (JKPS). The promotions have been approved as per the Jammu and Kashmir Police (Gazetted) Service Recruitment Rules, 2024, following the recommendation of the Selection Committee meeting held []
JKBOSE Chairman Refutes Textbook Shortage Claims Amidst Public Frustration
SRINAGAR: The Chairman of the JK Board of School Education (JKBOSE) rebutted claims made by Education Minister Sakina Masood Itoo regarding the unavailability of textbooks in the market, asserting that the board has successfully distributed textbooks worth crores of rupees. JKBOSE Chairman Prof. Parikshat Singh Manhas stated that the distribution of textbooks was already underway. [] The post JKBOSE Chairman Refutes Textbook Shortage Claims Amidst Public Frustration appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Rohit, Yashasvi Named In Mumbai Ranji Squad Against Jammu And Kashmir Game
Mumbai, Jan 20: India captain Rohit Sharma and young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal, were on Monday named in Mumbais squad for their Ranji Trophy fixture against Jammu and Kashmir. starting Januray 23 at MCA-BKC Ground here. The team will continue to be led by the seasoned Ajinkya Rahane. Rohit had confirmed his participation for the next round of the Ranji Trophy match on Saturday. Of late there have been questions over Rohits form in the longest format after his forgettable outing [] The post Rohit, Yashasvi Named In Mumbai Ranji Squad Against Jammu And Kashmir Game appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Pledges for Organ Donation
Jammu, January 20, 2025: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has pledged to donate his organs by registering on the Ayushman Bharat Organ Donation Registry of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. The State Organ and Tissue Transplant Organization (SOTTO) representatives, including Dr. Elias Sharma (Nodal Officer), Dr. Sanjeev Puri (Joint Director), and [] The post Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Pledges for Organ Donation appeared first on Northlines .
Trump factor holds potential to reshape geopolitical dynamics, economy: Kumar Mangalam Birla
NEW DELHI, Jan 20: The return of Donald Trump as the US President holds the potential to reshape geopolitical dynamics, with profound implications for the global economy and business, Aditya Birla Group Chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla said on Monday. The renewed global push for manufacturing is a welcome shift, signalling a move towards greater resilience and diversification in global supply chains and India, often underappreciated for its industrial capabilities, is poised to seize this moment, Birla wrote in his [] The post Trump factor holds potential to reshape geopolitical dynamics, economy: Kumar Mangalam Birla appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir Government Announces Promotions for 130 JKPS Officers
SRINAGAR: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has issued an order approving the promotions of 130 officers from the Jammu and Kashmir Police Services (JKPS). The promotions, spanning batches from 2001 to 2008, were formalised through an order. The promotions are subject to the outcome of any writ petitions currently pending before competent courts of [] The post Jammu Kashmir Government Announces Promotions for 130 JKPS Officers appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Five JKPS Officers Promoted To Super Time Scale
JAMMU, Jan 20: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has promoted 5 JKPS officers to the Super Time Scale. See Order Copy Click Here. The post Five JKPS Officers Promoted To Super Time Scale appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu, Jan 20: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today took pledge for Organ Donation by registering on Ayushman Bharat Organ Donation Registry of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India (notto.abdm.gov.in). The State Organ and Tissue Transplant Organization (SOTTO) representatives, Dr Elias Sharma, Nodal Officer, Dr Sanjeev Puri, Joint Director and Irfan Ahmed Lone, Transplant Coordinator, visited Raj Bhawan and handed over the pledge certificate to the Lieutenant Governor. Sandeep Jain, President and Monika Jain, General Secretary of [] The post LG Sinha Takes A Pledge For Organ Donation; Registers Himself On Ayushman Bharat Organ Donation Registry appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Police Arrest 2 Drug Peddlers In Pulwama, 18.59 Kgs Charas Recovered
SRINAGAR, Jan 20: In a major breakthrough, Police have arrested two drug peddlers and recovered 18.59 kgs of psychotropic substances from their possession in Jammu Kashmirs Pulwama district. In its continued efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, police on specific information about the concealing of narcotic substances at the residential houses of two drug peddlers, conducted raids at Kisrigam Kakapora in south Kashmirs Pulwama district. A police party during their raids recovered 10.760 Kgs of grinded [] The post J&K Police Arrest 2 Drug Peddlers In Pulwama, 18.59 Kgs Charas Recovered appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Desist from selling machine-made items in garb of Kashmir Handicrafts: Dept warns showroom owners
Srinagar, Jan 20: Handicrafts and Handloom Department, Kashmir today warned showroom owners dealing with hand-made craft products to desist from selling machine-made items in the garb of genuine handmade products, failing which strict action under the ambit of Tourist Trade and Quality Control Acts shall be initiated. In a press statement issued here today, a []
Road Safety | SC Asks 23 States, 7 UTs To File Reports On Compliance Of Legal Provisions, Rules
New Delhi, Jan 20: In a significant order, the Supreme Court on Monday directed 23 states and seven union territories to file compliance reports indicating implementation of the Motor Vehicle laws recent provisions besides rules on electronic monitoring and road safety measures. A bench comprising Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan noted six states and a UT, namely, West Bengal, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala and Delhi, had filed their compliance reports. The top court on September 2, 2024 [] The post Road Safety | SC Asks 23 States, 7 UTs To File Reports On Compliance Of Legal Provisions, Rules appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Abu Dhabi ranked worlds safest city for 9th consecutive year
Abu Dhabi has been ranked first on the worlds safest cities list in 2025, the ninth consecutive year it has topped the list since 2017, according to online database Numbeo, reflecting the emirates efforts to develop pioneering security plans, strategies and initiatives. Ranking first out of 382 global cities in the 2025 standings, Abu Dhabi []
8 dead in Serbian nursing home fire, arson suspected
BELGRADE, Jan 20: Eight people lost their lives in a devastating fire early Monday morning at a nursing home in Belgrades suburb settlement of Barajevo, with police suspecting the tragedy was caused by criminal activity. Emergency services reacted quickly and efficiently, but the fire had already spread extensively. Unfortunately, eight lives were lost, Nemanja Starovic, minister for Labor, Employment, Veterans, and Social Affairs, told Serbias Tanjug News Agency. Rescuers safely evacuated 13 people from the burning building, while seven sustained [] The post 8 dead in Serbian nursing home fire, arson suspected appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
RG Kar rape-murder case: Sanjay Roy sentenced to life imprisonment till death
KOLKATA, Jan 20: A Kolkata court sentenced Sanjay Roy to life imprisonment till death on Monday after he was convicted of rape and murder of an on-duty doctor at the state-run RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The court of Additional District and Sessions Judge Anirban Das in Sealdah had on Saturday held Roy guilty [] The post RG Kar rape-murder case: Sanjay Roy sentenced to life imprisonment till death appeared first on Northlines .
Two Indian nationals arrested for illegal entry in Bangladesh
DHAKA, Jan 20: Two Indian nationals and a Bangladeshi broker were arrested on Sunday while illegally entering Bangladesh through Phulbari border in Kurigram, media reports said on Monday. Members of Border Guard Bangladeshs (BGB) Battalion-15 of Balarhat camp detained the three and handed them over to Phulbari Police Station last night, said Mamunur Rashid, officer-in-charge (OC) of Phulbari police station, the Daily Star reported. The incident took place at Balatari village near international border pillar number 933, within the Naodanga [] The post Two Indian nationals arrested for illegal entry in Bangladesh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
China executes man who killed 35 people in car attack
BEIJING, Jan 20:Chinese authorities on Monday executed a 62-year-old man who drove his car into people exercising outside a stadium last year, killing 35 people and injuring over 40, according to a media report. Fan Weiqiu, who was stated to be angry over the division of the property after his divorce, carried out the attack a day before the Chinese military held its prestigious air show in Zhuhai City. He was executed less than a month after a court [] The post China executes man who killed 35 people in car attack appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Most professionals in India looking for new job in 2025; job search tougher than ever
NEW DELHI, Jan 20:A significant percentage of professionals in India are looking for a new job this year, but the search is tougher than ever, according to new research from leading global professional network LinkedIn. More than two-thirds (69 per cent) of Indian HR professionals feel it has become more challenging to find qualified talent for a role, signalling a necessary shift in the way professionals will need to apply for and land a job in 2025. [] The post Most professionals in India looking for new job in 2025; job search tougher than ever appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Brightchamps acquires Indian K12 education marketplace Edjust
NEW DELHI, Jan 20:Edtech platform Brightchamps on Monday said it has acquired Indian K12 education marketplace Edjust to bolster its global expansion. The cash and stock deal concludes Brightchamps fourth acquisition since its inception in 2020. The edtech firm has acquired Education10x in 2021, Schola (2022), Metamorphosis Edu (2023), Brightchamps said in a statement, without disclosing the financial details. Founded in 2022 by edtech sales professionals Dushyant Panchal, Anmol Mittal, and Sanjay Panikar, Edjust uses a combination of AI [] The post Brightchamps acquires Indian K12 education marketplace Edjust appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Agriculture Ministry launches first- ever national edible oil consumption survey
NEW DELHI, Jan 20: The Union Agriculture Ministry has launched its first-ever survey to assess edible oil consumption patterns in India, aiming to effectively implement the new Mission on Edible Oils-Oilseeds (NMEO-Oilseeds), a senior Government official said. The 45-day questionnaire-based survey, which began on January 9, will continue until February 23. The initiative comes as India the worlds largest consumer and importer of edible oils lacks recent data on consumption patterns. The survey aims to capture the consumption [] The post Agriculture Ministry launches first- ever national edible oil consumption survey appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K | Several JKPS Officers Promoted
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J&K: Central team visits Budhal village to investigate mysterious deaths
Rajouri/Jammu, Jan 20: A high level inter-ministerial team on Monday visited Badhaal village in Jammu and Kashmirs Rajouri district to ascertain the cause of death of 17 members of three families under mysterious circumstances, officials said. The central team headed by a director-rank officer in the Ministry of Home Affairs reached Rajouri district headquarters on [] The post J&K: Central team visits Budhal village to investigate mysterious deaths appeared first on Northlines .
Officials confirm screening of 9000-10000 houses in Rajouri amid unidentified disease scare
Rajouri, Jan 20 : The health department in JKs Rajouri district is working on a war footing with health official launching extensive screening of residents. The disease that remains unidentified has claim 17 lives and affecting 38 people since early December 2024. However health department teams say there us no need to declare a public []
Remarks against Amit Shah: SC stays proceedings in defamation case against Rahul Gandhi
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Monday stayed trial court proceedings against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in a criminal defamation case filed against him for alleged defamatory remarks against Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Naveen Jha, a BJP worker, had filed the case against Gandhi in 2019 for his alleged remarks against Shah. During one []
Soldier injured in Sopore encounter succumbs, ops on
Sopore: The soldier, who was injured in the encounter between terrorists and security forces in Gujjarpati area of Zaloora in Sopore, succumbed to his injuries, officials said. The encounter broke out in the area late last evening. An official said that the operation was halted last night due to darkness. With the first []
Sanjay Roy Sentenced To Life Imprisonment Till Death In Rape, Murder Of RG Kar Hospital Doctor
KOLKATA, Jan 20: A Kolkata court sentenced Sanjay Roy to life imprisonment till death on Monday after he was convicted of rape and murder of an on-duty doctor at the state-run RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The court of Additional District and Sessions Judge Anirban Das in Sealdah had on Saturday held Roy guilty of the crime committed against the postgraduate trainee doctor at the hospital on August 9 last year, which sparked off unprecedented and prolonged nationwide protests. [] The post Sanjay Roy Sentenced To Life Imprisonment Till Death In Rape, Murder Of RG Kar Hospital Doctor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Skater Shruti Kotwal hopes to qualify for Winter Olympics through AWG
New Delhi, Jan 20: Indian skater Shruti Kotwal has set her sights on the Asian Winter Games (AWG) in Harbin, China, next month as a platform to qualify for the 2026 Winter Olympics to be held in Italy. Kotwal, who is training in the United States, will be leading the countrys 41-member athlete contingent in the AWG to be held from February 7 to 14. Kotwal said the AWG will be a big opportunity for her to test herself against [] The post Skater Shruti Kotwal hopes to qualify for Winter Olympics through AWG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Former Rajya Sabha MP and Senior BJP Leader Shamsher Singh Manhas passes away
Jammu Tawi, Jan 20: Former Rajya Sabha Member and senior BJP leader Shamsher Singh Manhas passed away today at 12 Noon. He had been battling an illness prior to his death. Manhas was a prominent political figure in Jammu and Kashmir and had made significant contributions to the regions political landscape. His demise is being [] The post Former Rajya Sabha MP and Senior BJP Leader Shamsher Singh Manhas passes away appeared first on Northlines .
Professor Zakia Ather Siddiqi Honored with Women Icon of the Year Award 2024
Professor Zakia Ather Siddiqi, OSD of Aligarh Public School, was honored with the prestigious Women Icon of the Year Award 2024 at a grand ceremony held at Town Hall, Puri, on December 31, 2024. A distinguished Indian educationist, Professor Siddiqi is renowned for her significant contributions to womens education. She served as the Principal of []
Former Rajya Sabha Member And Senior BJP Leader Shamsher Singh Manhas Passes Away
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Soldier killed in gun battle in J&Ks Sopore
Srinagar, Jan 20: A soldier was killed in an ongoing anti-militancy operation in Jammu and Kashmirs Sopore sub-district, official sources said on Monday. The operation was launched by joint forces on Sunday evening at Zaloora, Gujjarpati area of Sopore during which a hideout was busted. Police said during a cordon and a search operation (CASO), [] The post Soldier killed in gun battle in J&Ks Sopore appeared first on Northlines .
Richness of Indian knowledge lies in its interconnectedness: VP Jagdeep Dhankhar
Vice President and Rajya Sabha chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar addressed the foundation stone laying ceremony of the Nandlal Nuwal Centre of Indology at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan in New Delhi. There can be many caveats, but I take his sentiments as blessings. These will motivate me, inspire me to engage in my activity, keeping the nation and []
Central Team Visits Remote J&K Village Witnessing Mysterious Deaths
Rajouri/Jammu, Jan 20: A high level inter-ministerial team on Monday visited Badhaal village in Jammu and Kashmirs Rajouri district to ascertain the cause of death of 17 members of three families under mysterious circumstances, officials said. Click Here To Join Daily Excelsior on WhatsApp And Get Latest News The central team headed by a director-rank officer in the Ministry of Home Affairs reached Rajouri district headquarters on Sunday evening and received a briefing from senior district, health and police [] The post Central Team Visits Remote J&K Village Witnessing Mysterious Deaths appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Inter-Ministerial Team Arrives in Rajouri To Investigate Mystery Deaths
SRINAGAR: An inter-ministerial team, formed by Union Home Minister Amit Shah to investigate the mystery deaths, has arrived in Budhal village, Rajouri. An official said that the team includes experts from some of the most reputed institutions in the country. Their mandate is to ascertain the cause of the deaths that have claimed 17 lives [] The post Inter-Ministerial Team Arrives in Rajouri To Investigate Mystery Deaths appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Injured Soldier Succumbs, Operation Continues in Sopore
SRINAGAR: A soldier injured during an encounter between militants and security forces in the Gujjarpati area of Zaloora in Sopore has succumbed to his injuries, officials said. The encounter began late last evening. An official said that the operation was halted overnight due to darkness. With the first light of the day, fresh firing resumed. [] The post Injured Soldier Succumbs, Operation Continues in Sopore appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Rajnath urges NCC Cadets to contribute to Viksit Bharat Vision
New Delhi, Jan 20: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, during his visit to the ongoing Republic Day National Cadet Corps (NCC) camp at Delhi Cantonment on Monday, urged NCC cadets to contribute to Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision of a Viksit Bharat (Developed India) by 2047. He emphasized that as an ex-cadet of the NCC, the [] The post Rajnath urges NCC Cadets to contribute to Viksit Bharat Vision appeared first on Northlines .
Veritas Finance files draft papers with SEBI to mobilise Rs 2,800-cr via IPO
NEW DELHI, Jan 20: Veritas Finance Ltd, a retail focused non-deposit taking NBFC, has filed preliminary papers with markets regulator SEBI seeking its approval to raise Rs 2,800 crore through an initial public offering (IPO). The IPO comprises a fresh issue of equity shares aggregating up to Rs 600 crore and an Offer-for-Sale (OFS) of equity shares worth Rs 2,200 crore by the investor and individual selling shareholders, according to the draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) filed on Saturday. [] The post Veritas Finance files draft papers with SEBI to mobilise Rs 2,800-cr via IPO appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
MeT predicts scattered rain and snow across J&K for next 3 days
Srinagar, Jan 20: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has forecast scattered light to moderate rain and snow across Jammu and Kashmir over the next three days, beginning Monday. According to the Met office, the weather is expected to remain generally cloudy, with light rain and snow likely at scattered locations across the region over the next [] The post MeT predicts scattered rain and snow across J&K for next 3 days appeared first on Northlines .
Discover how recent IPOs could fit into your portfolio
The excitement surrounding Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) is a regular feature in the world of investing. For both seasoned investors and those new to the stock market, IPOs offer a glimpse into potentially high-growth opportunities, and this year has seen a number of companies making their debut. If youre looking to diversify your portfolio and take advantage of these new opportunities, understanding the dynamics of recent IPOs and keeping an eye on the upcoming IPO list is crucial. Why you [] The post Discover how recent IPOs could fit into your portfolio appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Constitution under assault; RSS chief must apologise for anti-national statement: Cong
NEW DELHI, Jan 20: Ahead of its Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan rally in Karnatakas Belagavi, the Congress on Monday alleged the Constitution is under assault and reiterated its demand that RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat must apologise for the anti-national statement he delivered on the freedom movement. The opposition party also claimed that Mahatma Gandhi is being insulted and BR Ambedkar is being attacked. Tomorrow, the INCs Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan rally will be held in [] The post Constitution under assault; RSS chief must apologise for anti-national statement: Cong appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Yami Gautam Dhar and Pratik Gandhi-starrer Netflix comedy Dhoom Dhaam to release on Valentines Day
MUMBAI, Jan 20: Yami Gautam Dhar and Pratik Gandhi star in new comedy, Dhoom Dhaam, which will release on Netflix this Valentines Day. Directed by Rishab Seth, the comedy revolves around Yami plays Koyal, a wild child with zero chill, and Pratik stars as Veer, a timid mommas boy and animal-loving veterinarian. Their stars have (somehow) aligned, but on their wedding day, the newlyweds find themselves in far-from-perfect situations. The film is produced by Aditya and Lokesh Dhar of [] The post Yami Gautam Dhar and Pratik Gandhi-starrer Netflix comedy Dhoom Dhaam to release on Valentines Day appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
How to Apply for a Business Loan: A Step-by-Step Guide for Entrepreneurs
Access to finance stands out as one of the fundamental needs that entrepreneurs use to establish, expand, or maintain their businesses. Whether the need is for working capital, expansion, or equipment, when you need it then, the knowledge of how to apply for a business loan can smooth the way and ensure the highest possibilities of its approval. This article will guide you step-by-step on how to apply for a business loan. In addition, it will indicate why tailored financial [] The post How to Apply for a Business Loan: A Step-by-Step Guide for Entrepreneurs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Man Detained After Video Shows Him Assaulting His Children
JAMMU: A man was detained after a video purportedly showing him mercilessly assaulting his children, one five years old and the other just three, was circulated widely on social media, police said on Monday. Sudesh Kumar, a resident of Naagni Chulna village in Jammu and Kashmirs Udhampur district, was picked up on Sunday evening. The [] The post Man Detained After Video Shows Him Assaulting His Children appeared first on Kashmir Life .
VE Commercial Vehicles inks pact with Baidyanath-LNG for deployment of 500 LNG trucks
MUMBAI, Jan 20:VE Commercial Vehicles on Monday said it has inked a definitive agreement with Baidyanath-LNG for the deployment of its 500 LNG trucks. The pact, signed during the on-going Bharat Mobility Global Expo, builds on an initial pact reached between the two partners in August last year, VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV) Ltd said in a statement. VECV is a joint venture between the Volvo Group and Eicher Motors Ltd. The agreement aims to bolster the LNG ecosystem in [] The post VE Commercial Vehicles inks pact with Baidyanath-LNG for deployment of 500 LNG trucks appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Armys Daredevils Set World Record for Highest Human Pyramid
New Delhi, Jan 20: The Motorcycle Rider Display Team Daredevils of the Indian Army set a remarkable World Record on January 20, 2025, at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, for the highest human pyramid formed on moving motorcycles. The formation, standing at an impressive height of 20.4 feet, was achieved with 40 men across seven motorcycles, [] The post Armys Daredevils Set World Record for Highest Human Pyramid appeared first on Northlines .
Voltas, Lumax, UNO Minda among 18 firms selected under PLI scheme for whitegoods
NEW DELHI, Jan 20:As many as 18 companies, including Voltas, MIRC Electronics, Lumax and UNO Minda, with a committed investment of Rs 2,299 crore, have been selected to avail benefits under the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for white goods sector, an official said on Monday. In October last year, 38 companies had filed applications with proposed investments of Rs 4,121 crore under the scheme in the third round. In the third round of the online application window of the [] The post Voltas, Lumax, UNO Minda among 18 firms selected under PLI scheme for whitegoods appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Congressman Thanedar hails increasing participation of Hindus in American politics
WASHINGTON, Jan 20: The presence of a record number of four Hindus in the new US Congress is a significant milestone for this small religious community in the countrys politics, an Indian-American Congressman has said. Now we have four Hindu Americans in the US Congress, which is a big feat, Congressman Shri Thanedar told PTI as he attended the first ever Presidential Inauguration Hindu Gala. Thanedar, a Democrat, is among the four Hindu lawmakers in the US Congress. Three [] The post Congressman Thanedar hails increasing participation of Hindus in American politics appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NCC Cadets Should Contribute To PM Modis Viksit Bharat Dream: Rajnath Singh
NEW DELHI, Jan 20: Noting that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is an ex-cadet of the NCC and has given the vision of Viksit Bharat, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday exhorted cadets to contribute to his dream of making India a developed nation by 2047. Click Here To Join Daily Excelsior on WhatsApp And Get Latest News In his address to a gathering of cadets and officers during his visit to the ongoing Republic Day National Cadet Corps (NCC) [] The post NCC Cadets Should Contribute To PM Modis Viksit Bharat Dream: Rajnath Singh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mumbai to Bangkok Flight: A Quick Guide to Bangkoks Visa on Arrival Process
Planning your trip from India to the capital of Thailand? Flight from Mumbai to Bangkok or covering other connecting cities, if you are aware of the visa on arrival for Indian flight to Bangkok, then you can proceed with proper travel. Let us discuss everything that you need to know about Bangkok flights and entry operations. Getting to Bangkok: Flight Options A range of airlines provides regular flights on the Mumbai-Bangkok route, which includes Thai Airways, IndiGo, and Air India. [] The post Mumbai to Bangkok Flight: A Quick Guide to Bangkoks Visa on Arrival Process appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Badminton: Singapore set to appoint former India player Anup Sridhar as coach
Singapore, Jan 20: The Singapore Badminton Association (SBA) is set to hire former India international Anup Sridhar as its new singles coach, as per media reports here on Monday. The move is subject to the successful application of an employment pass, the Channel News Asia reported quoting SBA. Sridhar, who has coached top singles players such as Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu, will work under the guidance of South Korean coach Kim Ji-hyun, the Channel report stated. Kim will continue [] The post Badminton: Singapore set to appoint former India player Anup Sridhar as coach appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cricketer Rinku Singh to marry SP MP Priya Saroj
JAUNPUR (UP), Jan 20: Indian cricketer Rinku Singh is set to get hitched to Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Priya Saroj, according to her family. Priya Sarojs father and SP MLA from Kerakat Tufani Saroj told PTI that his family held meaningful talks with Singhs father in Aligarh on February 16 regarding the marriage of their children and both sides agreed to the matrimonial alliance. No ring ceremony or pre-wedding programme has been held so far, he said. According to Tufani [] The post Cricketer Rinku Singh to marry SP MP Priya Saroj appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indian Armys Daredevils Set New World Record For Highest Human Pyramid
New Delhi, Jan 20: The Motorcycle Rider Display Team Daredevils of the Indian Army, achieved an extraordinary feat on 20 January 2025 at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, by creating a World Record for the highest Human Pyramid on moving motorcycles. Click Here To Join Daily Excelsior on WhatsApp And Get Latest News The formation, measuring an impressive 20.4 feet and comprising 40 men on 7 motorcycles, covered a distance of 2 kilometres on Kartvya Path from Vijay Chowk to India [] The post Indian Armys Daredevils Set New World Record For Highest Human Pyramid appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC stays trial proceedings against Rahul Gandhi in defamation case
NEW DELHI, Jan 20: The Supreme Court on Monday stayed the trial proceedings against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in a criminal defamation case filed by BJP worker Naveen Jha. The case stems from Gandhis alleged defamatory remarks against Union Home Minister Amit Shah made during a public speech in Chaibasa ahead of the 2019 Lok [] The post SC stays trial proceedings against Rahul Gandhi in defamation case appeared first on Northlines .
Soldier Injured as Gunfight Continues in North Kashmirs Sopore
SRINAGAR: A soldier was injured as fresh firing resumed during an encounter between militants and security forces in the Gujjarpati area of Zaloora, Sopore, on Monday, officials said. The encounter initially broke out late last evening. An official said that the operation had been halted overnight due to darkness. With the first light of the [] The post Soldier Injured as Gunfight Continues in North Kashmirs Sopore appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Yasin Maliks Trail: SC directs Registrar JKHC for adequate video conferencing facilities
NEW DELHI, Jan 20: The Supreme Court on Monday ordered the registrar general of the Jammu and Kashmir High Court to ensure adequate video conferencing facilities at a special court in Jammu, where trials related to the 1989 Rubaiya Sayeed kidnapping and the 1990 Srinagar shootout are being heard. These cases involve jailed JKLF chief [] The post Yasin Maliks Trail: SC directs Registrar JKHC for adequate video conferencing facilities appeared first on Northlines .
First draft of Indian history written by colonisers with distorted perspective: Dhankhar
NEW DELHI, Jan 20: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Monday said it was a travesty that the ignorant were trying to make us aware about inclusivity by their narrow -minded approach. He also said that the first draft of the countrys history came through colonisers distorted perspective. While thousands contributed to the freedom struggle, only a few were promoted. Even post-Independence, this was allowed to take roots. This disrupted organic evolution of our knowledge system, the vice president said. We [] The post First draft of Indian history written by colonisers with distorted perspective: Dhankhar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bajaj Finance, Bharti Airtel join hands to create digital platforms for financial services
NEW DELHI, Jan 20: NBFC firm Bajaj Finance and Bharti Airtel on Monday announced a strategic partnership to create a digital platform for financial services. The one-of-a-kind partnership brings together Airtels customer base of 370 million, about 12 lakh strong distribution network, and Bajaj Finances diversified suite of 27 product lines, and distribution heft of 5,000 more branches and 70,000 field agents, a joint statement said. Airtel will initially offer Bajaj Finances retail financial products on its Airtel Thanks [] The post Bajaj Finance, Bharti Airtel join hands to create digital platforms for financial services appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NMCs moves baffling: Cong on relaxing of norms for faculty recruitment
NEW DELHI, Jan 20: Hitting out at the Government over the reported relaxing of norms for recruitment of faculty by medical colleges, the Congress on Monday said the National Medical Commission was set up with great expectations that quality medical education would expand but some of the moves taken by it are baffling. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh shared on X a media report which claimed the Commission has proposed easing rules for appointing non-teaching consultant doctors [] The post NMCs moves baffling: Cong on relaxing of norms for faculty recruitment appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sopore Encounter: Soldier injured as fresh firing resumes
Sopore:: A soldier has got injured as fresh firing resumes during an encounter between terrorists and security forces in Gujjarpati area of Zaloora in Sopore on Monday, officials said. The encounter broke out in the area late last evening. An official said that the operation was halted last night due to darkness. With the []
India slips to 3rd place in Global Trust Rankings
DAVOS, Jan 20 India has fallen to third place in the annual Edelman Trust Barometer, which ranks trust in government, businesses, media, and NGOs. The study, released ahead of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, found that the country now trails China and Indonesia, which took the second spot due to an increase in [] The post India slips to 3rd place in Global Trust Rankings appeared first on Northlines .
Trial of Yasin Malik: SC asks J-K HC registrar to ensure proper VC facilities at Jammu court
The Supreme Court has directed the registrar generals of the Jammu and Kashmir and Delhi High Courts to ensure proper video conferencing facilities for jailed JKLF chief Yasin Malik's trials and status reports by February 18. The CBI seeks to transfer the trials from Jammu to New Delhi, citing Malik's security concerns.
Remarks Against Amit Shah: SC Stays Proceedings In Defamation Case Filed Against Rahul Gandhi
NEW DELHI, Jan 20: The Supreme Court on Monday stayed trial court proceedings against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in a criminal defamation case filed against him for alleged defamatory remarks against Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Naveen Jha, a BJP worker, had filed the case against Gandhi in 2019 for his alleged remarks against Shah. During one of his public speeches in Chaibasa before the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, Gandhi had allegedly referred to Shah as a murderer. A [] The post Remarks Against Amit Shah: SC Stays Proceedings In Defamation Case Filed Against Rahul Gandhi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Take decision on Balwant Singh Rajoanas mercy petition by March 18: SC asks Centre
NEW DELHI, Jan 20: The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Centre to take a decision by March 18 on the mercy petition of death row convict Balwant Singh Rajoana, convicted in the 1995 assassination case of then Punjab chief minister Beant Singh. We are granting you time by way of a last chance. Either you take a decision or otherwise we will hear it on merits, a bench headed by Justice B R Gavai told Solicitor General Tushar [] The post Take decision on Balwant Singh Rajoanas mercy petition by March 18: SC asks Centre appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Trial Of Yasin Malik | SC Asks J&K HC Registrar To Ensure Proper VC Facilities At Jammu Court
NEW DELHI, Jan 20: The Supreme Court on Monday directed the registrar general of the Jammu and Kashmir High Court to ensure proper video conferencing facilities at a special court in Jammu hearing the 1989 Rubaiya Sayeed kidnapping and the 1990 Srinagar shootout cases involving jailed JKLF chief Yasin Malik and others. Click Here To Join Daily Excelsior on WhatsApp And Get Latest News The top court also directed the registrar general of the Delhi High Court to ensure [] The post Trial Of Yasin Malik | SC Asks J&K HC Registrar To Ensure Proper VC Facilities At Jammu Court appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Search Op underway in Sopore following exchange of fire
Srinagar, Jan 20: A massive search operation is underway in Jammu and Kashmirs Sopore sub-district, where militants and security forces exchanged fire Sunday evening, officials said. An anti-militancy operation was launched Sunday evening at Zaloora, Gujjarpati area of Sopore, during which a hideout was busted. Police said during a cordon and a search operation (CASO), [] The post Search Op underway in Sopore following exchange of fire appeared first on Northlines .
Instagram To Allow Users To Post Three-Minute Long Reels
HYDERABAD, Jan 20: Instagram, has expanded its per reel time limit to three-minutes. Prior to this update, the Meta-owned short-video sharing app had a cap of 90-seconds per reel. In a video post on the platform, CEO Adam Mosseri, said: You can now upload reels up to three minutes long. Weve historically only allowed reels up to 90 seconds given our focus on short-form video, but weve heard the feedback that this is just too short for those who want [] The post Instagram To Allow Users To Post Three-Minute Long Reels appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
GAGANGEER The newly inaugurated Z-Morh (Sonamarg) Tunnel, a 6.5-km-long bi-directional road tunnel connecting Gagangir and Sonamarg in central Kashmirs Ganderbal district, marks a significant milestone in enhancing regional connectivity. Situated at over 8650 feet above sea level, the tunnel includes a 7.5-metre escape passage for emergencies, ensuring safer travel. It offers all-weather access between Srinagar [] The post Briefing January 19-25, 2025 appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Search operation in J-Ks Sopore enters second day
SRINAGAR: The anti-terrorist operation in the forests of Sopore area of Jammu and Kashmir entered the second day on Monday as security forces continued cordon and search of the area, officials said. The security forces maintained a tight cordon at Zaloora Gujjarpati area of Sopore police district and intensified searches for suspected terorrists in the []
Dal Lake shimmers in frost as cold wave grips Srinagar
Srinagar, Jan 20 : On a crisp Monday morning, as the cold wave gripped Srinagar, the iconic Dal Lake stood as a breathtaking canvas, its surface glistening under a thin layer of frost. As per the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), a cold wave is continuing in Srinagar, with temperatures dipping to a low of -2C. []
Chennai Devotee Donates Rs 6 Crore To Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams
Tirupati, Jan 20: A Chennai-based devotee donated Rs 6 crore to Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams, authorities said. Vardhaman Jain donated Rs 5 crore to Sri Venkateswara Bhakti Channel (SVBC) and Rs 1 crore to Sri Venkateswara Gosamrakshana Trust, they added. At Ranganayakula Mandapam in Tirumala temple, he handed over the demand drafts for Rs 5 crore to TTD for SVBC and Rs One crore for SV Gosamrakshana Trust, said a press release issued by TTD on Sunday night. SVBC is the [] The post Chennai Devotee Donates Rs 6 Crore To Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
People of Delhi suffering in battle of supremacy between AAP govt, Centre: Sachin Pilot
Udaipur, Jan 20: Ahead of the Delhi polls, Congress leader Sachin Pilot on Monday said the people of the capital are suffering in the battle for supremacy between the AAP-led city government and the BJP-led central government, and that his party has emerged as the better option. Speaking to reporters here, he exuded confidence that the people of Delhi will vote for the Congress this time. There is a battle of supremacy between the Delhi government and the central government [] The post People of Delhi suffering in battle of supremacy between AAP govt, Centre: Sachin Pilot appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cold wave returns to Kashmir, weather improves in Jammu
Cold wave returns to Kashmir, weather improves in Jammu Srinagar: After two days of less harsh night temperatures, a cold wave returned to Kashmir Valley and Srinagar city recorded minus 3.2 degrees Celsius as the minimum temperature on Monday. Jammu division recorded a visible improvement in the weather as the minimum temperature in Jammu city [] The post Cold wave returns to Kashmir, weather improves in Jammu appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Search Operation in Jammu Kashmirs Sopore Enters Second Day
SRINAGAR: The operation in the forests of Sopore area of Jammu and Kashmir entered the second day on Monday as security forces continued cordon and search of the area, officials said. The security forces maintained a tight cordon at Zaloora Gujjarpati area of Sopore police district and intensified searches for suspected militants in the area [] The post Search Operation in Jammu Kashmirs Sopore Enters Second Day appeared first on Kashmir Life .
J&K: Bhaderwah covered in thick blanket of snow; tourists flock to Guldanda meadow
A huge influx of tourists thronged to the famous Guldanda meadow of Jammu and Kashmirs Bhaderwah on Monday. This comes after the authorities allowed traffic movement on the Bhaderwah-Pathankot National Highway after the clearance of snow upto Guldanda. The Guldanda meadow is covered in a large amount of snow where tourists were seen enjoying. This []
Inspired By 2,500-Year-Old Persian Tech, Pontoon Bridges Connect Sangam, Akhadas At Maha Kumbh
Mahakumbh Nagar (UP), Jan 20: Inspired by a 2,500-year-old Persian technique, pontoon bridges are serving as a vital link between the Sangam and the 4,000-hectare akhada areas, connecting 25 vibrant sectors at the Maha Kumbh. More than 1,000 people worked at least 10 hours a day for over a year to construct pontoons for 30 bridges, claimed to be the largest such project till date. Over 2,200 black floating iron capsules, weighing five tonnes each, have been used to construct [] The post Inspired By 2,500-Year-Old Persian Tech, Pontoon Bridges Connect Sangam, Akhadas At Maha Kumbh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Search Operation In J&Ks Sopore Enters Second Day
SRINAGAR, Jan 20: The anti-terrorist operation in the forests of Sopore area of Jammu and Kashmir entered the second day on Monday as security forces continued cordon and search of the area, officials said. The security forces maintained a tight cordon at Zaloora Gujjarpati area of Sopore police district and intensified searches for suspected terorrists in the area this morning, the official said. They said the cordon was laid on Sunday as security forces noticed fire while unearthing a militant [] The post Search Operation In J&Ks Sopore Enters Second Day appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Real Kashmir Back to Winning Ways on Home Turf; Dempo Hold Rajasthan United
SRINAGAR: Brazilian Paulo Cezar struck a brace as Real Kashmir FC beat SC Bengaluru 3-1 to return to winning ways and move up in the points table in the I-League here on Sunday. After Cezar (28th, 55th) put the home side 2-0 ahead, Senegalese Abdou Karim scored the other goal for the hosts from the [] The post Real Kashmir Back to Winning Ways on Home Turf; Dempo Hold Rajasthan United appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Kashmir Valley Shivers as Temperatures Plummet Below Freezing
SRINAGAR: Freezing conditions continue to grip the Kashmir Valley, with most areas recording sub-zero temperatures, while Ladakh remains in the grip of a severe cold wave, and Jammu experiences milder conditions. In the Kashmir region, Sonamarg emerged as one of the coldest locations, recording a chilling -6.7C, closely followed by Pahalgam at -6.4C and Larnoo [] The post Kashmir Valley Shivers as Temperatures Plummet Below Freezing appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Kashmiri Shawl Seller Thrashed, Looted in Punjabs Kapurthala
KAPURTHALA: A Kashmiri shawl seller was allegedly thrashed and looted by three motorcycle-borne men in the Sultanpur area of this Punjab district, police said on Sunday. The alleged incident occurred in the Shahpur Andreta village on Saturday when Mohammad Shafi was on his way to sell shawls, they said and added one attacker had already [] The post Kashmiri Shawl Seller Thrashed, Looted in Punjabs Kapurthala appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Army Provides Training to Village Defence Guards in Jammu Kashmir
JAMMU: The Indian Army on Sunday provided comprehensive training to Village Defence Guards (VDGs) in a forward area of the Mendhar sector in Jammu and Kashmirs Poonch district, security officials said. A total of 43 VDG members attended the training session, which aimed to enhance their skills in minor tactics, endurance and firing, the officials [] The post Army Provides Training to Village Defence Guards in Jammu Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Trump vows to act at historic speed to fix every single crisis facing US
WASHINGTON: On the eve of his inauguration, President-elect Donald Trump promised his supporters and countrymen that he will act at historic speed to fix every single crisis facing the United States. Starting tomorrow, I will act with historic speed and strength and fix every single crisis facing our country. We have to do it, Trump []
