BJP Blatantly Assaulted Democracy Under Guise Of Womens Empowerment: J&K Congress
JAMMU, Apr 19: The Jammu and Kashmir unit of Congress on Sunday hit out at the BJP over a blatant and desperate assault on democracy under the guise of womens empowerment, saying womens rights cannot be reduced to campaign rhetoric or used to justify institutional manipulation. Congress spokesperson Namrta Sharma said the failure to pass a bill to amend womens reservation law in the Lok Sabha marked a decisive rejection of the BJPs attempt to weaponise womens rights to push [] The post BJP Blatantly Assaulted Democracy Under Guise Of Womens Empowerment: J&K Congress appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Will Implement Womens Reservation, No Power Can Stop Us: Rajnath Singh
VASUDEVANALLUR (TAMIL NADU), Apr 19: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday slammed the Congress and DMK over the defeat of the amendment bill regarding the Womens Reservation Act in Parliament but said the government was determined to implement it and that no power in the world can stop us, from doing so. Addressing a poll rally in support of BJP candidate Ananthan Ayyasamy here in Tenkasi district for the April 23 Assembly polls, he lashed out at the ruling DMK [] The post Will Implement Womens Reservation, No Power Can Stop Us: Rajnath Singh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Two US Nationals Detained At Srinagar Airport After Satellite Phone Found In Luggage
SRINAGAR, Apr 19: Two US nationals were detained at the Srinagar International Airport on Sunday after a satellite phone was recovered from their luggage during routine screening, officials said. The two have been detained for questioning, the officials said. Further details are awaited. (Agencies) The post Two US Nationals Detained At Srinagar Airport After Satellite Phone Found In Luggage appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Central Kashmir: Police Crack Theft Case, Recover Copper Utensils Worth Rs 40,000
SRINAGAR: Police in central Kashmirs Budgam district have solved a theft case registered at Police Station Chadoora, recovering stolen copper utensils worth around Rs 40,000 and apprehending those involved. According to police, the case pertains to FIR No. 32/2026 registered under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). During the investigation, police conducted multiple []
US National, Local Detained At Srinagar Airport With Satellite Phone
SRINAGAR, Apr 19: A US national was detained at Srinagar International Airport on Sunday after authorities found him in possession of a satellite phone, sources said. The individual has been identified as Jeffrey Scott Prather, a resident of Montana, USA. Sources said that he was intercepted during routine security checks, following which security agencies took him into custody for questioning. The use of satellite phones is strictly regulated in the Kashmir, and possession without prior authorization is prohibited. Officials said [] The post US National, Local Detained At Srinagar Airport With Satellite Phone appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Opposition Played With Fire, Conspired To Derail Womens Reservation Bill: Hardeep Puri
JAMMU, Apr 19: Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Sunday alleged that opposition parties led by Congress hatched a conspiracy to derail the Womens Reservation Bill, warning they have played with fire and will face serious consequences. Addressing a press conference alongside Rajya Sabha MP and former National Commission for Women (NCW) chairperson Rekha Sharma here, Puri said even at the last minute, the government made efforts to accommodate the oppositions concerns to ensure passage of the bill. The leaders [] The post Opposition Played With Fire, Conspired To Derail Womens Reservation Bill: Hardeep Puri appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Union Ministers Slam Oppn Over Defeat Of WomenS Quota Bill, Accuse Them Of Prioritising Politics
CHANDIGARH, Apr 19: Union Ministers Manohar Lal Khattar and Sanjay Seth slammed the opposition and its allies over the womens quota bill defeat, accusing them of betraying women and prioritising politics over a crucial issue. A Constitution Amendment Bill seeking to increase the number of Lok Sabha seats and implement 33 per cent reservation for women in legislatures from 2029 under Nari Shakti Vandhan Adhiniyan was defeated in the Lower House on Friday. While 298 members voted in support of [] The post Union Ministers Slam Oppn Over Defeat Of WomenS Quota Bill, Accuse Them Of Prioritising Politics appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LeTs Khargosh Found In Saudi Arabia, Used Fake Passport
Srinagar/New Delhi, Apr 19: Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist Umer Harris, alias Khargosh (rabbit), is believed to be in Saudi Arabia after managing to escape the country using a forged passport issued in the name of Sajjad, claiming to be a resident of Rajasthan, officials said on Sunday. The Srinagar Police, which is spearheading the investigation into the inter-state LeT terror module, has shared details with central intelligence agencies, raising concerns about systemic loopholes that allow such abuse, they said. While the [] The post LeTs Khargosh Found In Saudi Arabia, Used Fake Passport appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K ACB Report Card: 23,798 Complaints, Only 27 Convictions In Last 6 Years
JAMMU, Apr 19: A conviction rate of just 12.6 per cent in corruption cases over the last six years has put a spotlight on the Anti-Corruption Bureau of Jammu and Kashmir, which sent 214 cases to various courts in the last six years but could manage only 27 convictions. According to data provided by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) in reply to an RTI query by Jammu-based activist Raman Sharma, in the last six years, the ACB received a massive volume [] The post J&K ACB Report Card: 23,798 Complaints, Only 27 Convictions In Last 6 Years appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Frequent Mouthwash Use May Increase Hypertension Risk: Experts
EXETER (UK), Apr 19: Social media videos are claiming that mouthwash can raise the risk of high blood pressure and potentially damage heart health. According to some of these videos, this is caused by mouthwash wiping out good oral bacteria that are important for the cardiovascular system. While its a striking message, dont throw your mouthwash away just yet. The reality is far more complex. Our mouths contain a wide variety of bacteria. Together, these bacteria form a balanced [] The post Frequent Mouthwash Use May Increase Hypertension Risk: Experts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Allies back Starmer as Mandelson, Epstein leave UK leader fighting for his job
LONDON, Apr 19: Senior Cabinet ministers on Sunday rallied around UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, whose leadership is teetering over his decision to give Britains most important diplomatic job to Peter Mandelson, a scandal-tarnished politician and friend of Jeffrey Epstein. Starmer will face restive lawmakers in Parliament on Monday to fight for his job after the explosive revelation that Mandelson was appointed ambassador to the United States despite failing security checks. Starmer says hes furious that he wasnt told at [] The post Allies back Starmer as Mandelson, Epstein leave UK leader fighting for his job appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Himachal Govt Defers 30 Per Cent Salary Of Top Officials For Six Months
SHIMLA, Apr 19: A portion of the salary of officers and employees of the Himachal Pradesh government has been deferred for a period of six months in a bid to efficiently manage financial resources, according to a notification issued by the Finance Department on Sunday. According to the notification, the deferment will be effective from May, 2026 and is temporary in nature. Thirty per cent of the salary of the chief secretary, additional chief secretaries, principal secretaries, director general of [] The post Himachal Govt Defers 30 Per Cent Salary Of Top Officials For Six Months appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
COLOMBO, Apr 19: Vice President C P Radhakrishnan met Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake here on Sunday and held discussions on various initiatives, including the Indian housing project, and fishermen issues between the two South Asian neighbours. Radhakrishnan, who arrived here earlier in the day on a two-day visit, also discussed with Dissanayake the ongoing Indian project implementation in Sri Lanka with emphasis on the USD 450 million Cyclone Ditwah aid offered by India. Accompanied by a 49-member delegation, [] The post Vice President Radhakrishnan meets Sri Lankan President Dissanayake, discusses Indian housing project appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Womens Reservation: Cong, DMK Betrayed Women, BJP Will Ensure Justice, Says Amit Shah
ERODE (Tamil Nadu), Apr 19: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday lashed out at the Congress and DMK for voting against the Womens Reservation amendment bill in the Lok Sabha, accusing them of betraying women from getting the quota in Parliament and state Assemblies. However, the Prime Minister Narendra Modi government would not allow the conspiracy to succeed and ensure justice for the women of the country, he said. Addressing a roadshow here in support of his partys Modakurichi [] The post Womens Reservation: Cong, DMK Betrayed Women, BJP Will Ensure Justice, Says Amit Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indias banking sector resilient; 11-13 pc credit growth for Jan-Jun likely: Survey
NEW DELHI, Apr 19: Indias banking sector remains resilient in the backdrop of heightened geopolitical uncertainties, with a majority of bankers anticipating a non-food credit growth of 11-13 per cent during January-June 2026, according to the FICCI-IBA Bankers Survey unveiled on Sunday. The outlook is supported by improving balance sheets, steady economic activity, sustained demand across multiple segments of the economy with robust retail and SME credit momentum, and early signs of revival in private capital expenditure. In contrast, industrial [] The post Indias banking sector resilient; 11-13 pc credit growth for Jan-Jun likely: Survey appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Defeat of bill on womens quota shows BJP doesnt represent peoples will: Akhilesh
Lucknow, Apr 19: Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday said the BJP-led NDA has no right to remain in power at the Centre because its failure to get a Constitution amendment bill passed in the Lok Sabha to tweak the womens quota law has shown that it didnt represent the will of the people. The opposition, in real terms, represents peoples will, the former Uttar Pradesh chief minister said. Speaking at the party headquarters here, Yadav also said that [] The post Defeat of bill on womens quota shows BJP doesnt represent peoples will: Akhilesh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pahalgam Terror Attack Anniversary: Security Tightened Across Tourist Spots In Kashmir
SRINAGAR, Apr 19: Security has been beefed up at tourist spots across Kashmir ahead of the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 people were shot dead by Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists on April 22 last year, officials said here. All security agencies have been asked to remain alert for any possible subversive activities on the eve of the Pahalgam terror attack anniversary, especially around tourist spots, they said. Preparatory meetings to devise a foolproof security plan were held [] The post Pahalgam Terror Attack Anniversary: Security Tightened Across Tourist Spots In Kashmir appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Toddler Drowns to Death in South Kashmir
SRINAGAR: A two-year-old boy drowned in the Mitrigam area of South Kashmirs Pulwama district on Sunday. An official said the child accidentally slipped into a small canal near his residence in the morning. Locals retrieved him from the water and rushed him to a hospital, where doctors declared him brought dead. The deceased has been []
Digital Arrest Scams: CBI To Launch Chatbot To Help People Verify Notices Issued To Them
NEW DELHI, Apr 19: To tackle the menace of digital arrest frauds, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) will on Monday unveil an artificial intelligence-powered chatbot that will help people verify the authenticity of notices issued to them. The chatbot, Abhay, will be launched by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant on the occasion of the 22nd D P Kohli Memorial Lecture organised by the CBI in honour of its founding director, officials said. The CJI will deliver the [] The post Digital Arrest Scams: CBI To Launch Chatbot To Help People Verify Notices Issued To Them appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
2 Punjab Men Get 10-Year Imprisonment In Udhampur Drug Case
JAMMU, Apr 19: A court in Jammu and Kashmirs Udhampur has sentenced two inter-state drug peddlers from Punjab to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment each in a 2020 NDPS Act case, police said on Sunday. The convicts, Jaspreet Singh and Sandeep Singh, both residents of Ludhiana, were also fined Rs 1 lakh each. In default of payment, they will undergo an additional six months of rigorous imprisonment, the police said. They were apprehended on September 9, 2020, after being found [] The post 2 Punjab Men Get 10-Year Imprisonment In Udhampur Drug Case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Poonch Admin Orders District-Wide Air Raid, Blackout Mock Drill from April 20
SRINAGAR: The Deputy Commissioner of Poonch has ordered a district-wide Civil Defence mock drill involving air raid and blackout scenarios from April 20 to April 24, 2026, to enhance emergency preparedness and coordinated response. According to an official communication issued by the Assistant Commissioner (Revenue), acting on directions from the Deputy Inspector General of Civil []
Mock Drills And Blackout Exercise In J&Ks Poonch From April 20 To April 24
JAMMU, Apr 19: The District Administration Poonch has issued directions for the conduct of a Civil Defence air mock drills and blackout mock exercise across the district from April 20 to 24. According to an official communication from the Office of the Deputy Commissioner, all key departments, including police, health, PWD, Jal Shakti, SDRF, and Fire & Emergency Services, have been asked to coordinate closely with Civil Defence authorities to ensure smooth execution of the exercise Authorities have been directed [] The post Mock Drills And Blackout Exercise In J&Ks Poonch From April 20 To April 24 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC Issues Pan-India Directions For Road Safety, Says Expressways Should Not Become Corridor Of Peril
NEW DELHI, Apr 19: Observing that expressways must not become corridors of peril due to administrative lethargy or infrastructural gaps, the Supreme Court has issued a slew of pan-India guidelines for enhancing road safety, including a ban on parking of heavy vehicles on such roads. A bench of Justices JK Maheshwari and AS Chandurkar pointed out that national highways constitute two percent of Indias total road length but account for nearly 30 percent of all road fatalities. A bench of [] The post SC Issues Pan-India Directions For Road Safety, Says Expressways Should Not Become Corridor Of Peril appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Snowfall, Rain Bring Down Temperatures In Kashmir
SRINAGAR, Apr 19: Fresh snowfall in the higher reaches of Kashmir and rain in the plains of the valley brought down temperatures on Sunday, officials said. Snowfall was reported in Tulail area of Gurez valley in Bandipora district, on either side of Zojila pass in Sonamarg area of Ganderbal district, and along the Mughal road connecting Shopian district to Poonch-Rajouri region, they said. The plains of the valley received light to moderate rainfall in the early hours of the day, [] The post Snowfall, Rain Bring Down Temperatures In Kashmir appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PDD Worker Dies of Electric Shock During Repair Work in North Kashmir
SRINAGAR: A Power Development Department (PDD) employee died after receiving an electric shock while carrying out repair work in North Kashmirs Baramulla district on Sunday. Reports said that the deceased has been identified as Abdul Khaliq Sheikh, son of Mohammad Sultan Sheikh, a resident of Binner Baramulla. The employee sustained a severe electric shock during []
Health Minister Visits Ailing Father Of MP Er. Rashid At SMHS Hospital
SRINAGAR, Apr 19: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today visited SMHS to inquire about the health condition of the ailing father of Member of Parliament, Sheikh Abdul Rashid (Engineer Rashid). MLA Hazratbal, Salman Sagar; Principal GMC Srinagar, Dr. Iffat Hassan Shah; Medical Superintendent SMHS, Dr. Andleeb Bashir; HoDs of various specialities, Consultants, senior doctors and other staff members were also present on the occasion. During her visit, Sakeena Itoo met the attending doctors [] The post Health Minister Visits Ailing Father Of MP Er. Rashid At SMHS Hospital appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
North Korea launches multiple short-range ballistic missiles toward sea
SEOUL, Apr 19: North Korea launched multiple short-range ballistic missiles toward the sea on Sunday, its neighbours said, days after the UNs nuclear watchdog warned that North Korea was making very serious advances in efforts to build nuclear weapons. The missiles fired from the Norths Sinpo area flew about 140 kilometres (87 miles) each in a direction toward the countrys eastern waters, South Koreas Joint Chiefs of Staff said. It said South Korea maintains a readiness to repel any provocations [] The post North Korea launches multiple short-range ballistic missiles toward sea appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
TMC Betrayed Women, Will Be Punished In Assembly Polls: PM Modi
BANKURA (WB), Apr 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday accused the Trinamool Congress of betraying women by preventing the passage of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026 in Parliament, and asserted that the women would punish the ruling party in West Bengal in the upcoming assembly polls. Addressing an election rally at Bishnupur in Bankura district, Modi said the Mamata Banerjee-led TMC, in collusion with the Congress, blocked the passage of the bill, which sought to provide 33 per [] The post TMC Betrayed Women, Will Be Punished In Assembly Polls: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bangladesh hikes fuel prices to record highs amid West Asia conflict-driven crisis
NEW DELHI, Apr 19: The Bangladesh Government Saturday night raised fuel prices to record highs, increasing prices by 10%-15%, reflecting fuel crisis in the country due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Under the new rates, petrol will be sold at retail outlets at 135 taka ($1.10) per litre, up from 116 taka, diesel at 115 taka per litre, up from 100 tk; and kerosene at 130 taka, up from 112 taka, reported Bangladesh daily The Daily Star. Fuel [] The post Bangladesh hikes fuel prices to record highs amid West Asia conflict-driven crisis appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IIFR to tackle faculty shortage, deepen global academic links
NEW DELHI, Apr 19: With Indias push to build global leadership talent hitting a shortage of world-class faculty, a new institute plans to bring Ivy League academics and global research partnerships to a campus in the national capital. The International Institute for Faculty & Research (IIFR), led by former Indian School of Business (ISB) dean Rajendra Srivastava and set up at the Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan campus in New Delhi, targeting gaps in faculty development, industry linkages and applied research as [] The post IIFR to tackle faculty shortage, deepen global academic links appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
TVS Supply settles dispute with ZTE, withdraws insolvency plea in NCLAT
NEW DELHI, Apr 19: TVS Supply Chain Solutions has settled its debt dispute with ZTE Telecom India and withdrawn its appeal in NCLAT against an order that rejected insolvency proceedings against the telecom gear manufacturer. Earlier this week, TVS Supply Chain counsel informed the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) about the settlement and requested withdrawal of the appeal. A two-member NCLAT bench comprising Chairperson Justice Ashok Bhushan and Member (Technical) Barun Mitra allowed the withdrawal for the plea. Counsel [] The post TVS Supply settles dispute with ZTE, withdraws insolvency plea in NCLAT appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Nipha Group plans to expand agri machinery business across 20 states, 10 countries
KOLKATA, Apr 19: Kolkata-based Nipha Group has launched a brand OneHorn, as part of a push to expand its agriculture machinery business in at least 20 states and 10 countries, including the US and European markets, company officials said on Sunday. Its chairman Mahesh Chandra Shah said the Indian agricultural ecosystem was at an inflection point where mechanisation and entrepreneurship must come together. With our brand, we are building a structured, partner-first platform that enables our channel associates to grow [] The post Nipha Group plans to expand agri machinery business across 20 states, 10 countries appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Two platforms, CNG, hybrids to electric, Renault gears up for a new journey in India
CHENNAI, Apr 19: French auto major Renault is adopting a two-platform strategy in India to address the segment below Rs 10 lakh while pursuing a full multi-energy flexibility for vehicles longer than 4 metres, as it looks to expand its product portfolio to seven by 2030. The company, which offered models, such as Kwid, Kiger and Triber on its CMFA platform in the past, is evolving into a new RGEP Renault Group Entry Platform as it aims to [] The post Two platforms, CNG, hybrids to electric, Renault gears up for a new journey in India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
See innovation, education as enabler and catalyst for progress, inclusion: Samsung official
NEW DELHI, Apr 19: South Korean consumer electronics major Samsung sees innovation and education as both an enabler of progress and a catalyst for inclusion in India, according to its Southwest Asia Corporate Vice President SP Chun. The company, which increased its CSR commitment in India to Rs 193.89 crore for 2025-26, from Rs 144.48 crore in 2024-25, has helped 15 lakh people benefit from Samsung Indias citizenship programmes. As we complete three decades in India, we see innovation and [] The post See innovation, education as enabler and catalyst for progress, inclusion: Samsung official appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Massive Crackdown In Anantnag: 6 Drug Peddlers Arrested, Over 3.7 Kg Narcotics & Cash Seized
Anantnag, Apr 19: Intensifying its war against drugs, Anantnag Police on Sunday registered three cases and arrested six drug peddlers in separate operations, recovering over 3.7 kilograms of narcotics along with cash amounting to 10,450. In a statement, Continuing its sustained crackdown against drug trafficking, Anantnag Police achieved major success with the arrest of six persons and seizure of over 3.7 kg of narcotics along with cash 10,450 recovered in three separate operations. PS Anantnag: During naka checking at Danter, [] The post Massive Crackdown In Anantnag: 6 Drug Peddlers Arrested, Over 3.7 Kg Narcotics & Cash Seized appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SRINAGAR: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare, and Education, Sakeena Itoo, on Saturday laid foundation stones for several development projects and inaugurated key public infrastructure in Kulgam district, underscoring the Governments focus on rural development, education, healthcare, and connectivity across Jammu and Kashmir. Among the major initiatives, the Minister laid the foundation stone []
MeT Forecasts Light Rain and Thundershowers Across Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has predicted partly to generally cloudy weather across Jammu and Kashmir today, with intermittent spells of light rain and thundershowers expected at several places. The forecast also indicates the possibility of gusty winds reaching speeds of 4050 kmph, along with isolated hailstorms, particularly during the afternoon and late afternoon hours []
Is the Worlds Greatest Economic Opportunity Hiding in Plain Sight?
by Sri Varshith Kumar Reddy E The global Silver Economy is emerging as a major growth driver. India, facing rapid ageing, must shift policy toward a longevity framework, with regions like Jammu and Kashmir offering scalable models The world is ageing faster than it is growing. Global population growth is now decelerating below 1 per []
Iran Fires On Ships In Strait Of Hormuz As Tehran Imposes Restrictions Again
Dubai, Apr 19: Iran reversed its decision to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and fired on a tanker attempting to pass the waterway on Saturday. It also warned that it would continue to block transit through the strait as long as the US blockade of Iranian ports remained in effect. Confusion over the critical chokepoint threatened to deepen the energy crisis roiling the global economy and push the two countries toward renewed conflict, even as mediators expressed confidence a new [] The post Iran Fires On Ships In Strait Of Hormuz As Tehran Imposes Restrictions Again appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
South Kashmir Athletes Demand Better Sports Infrastructure
SRINAGAR: Athletes from south Kashmirs Anantnag and Pulwama districts have raised concerns over inadequate sports infrastructure. They have called on authorities to urgently upgrade facilities at local stadiums to support the regions growing sporting talent. Players from Anantnag said the existing ground in the main town is too small to accommodate multiple sports, leading to []
SRINAGAR: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday strongly criticised opposition parties after the womens reservation bill failed to pass in Parliament, describing the development as a setback to womens long-pending demand for greater political representation. Addressing the nation a day after the bill was defeated in the Lok Sabha, Modi said the opposition had blocked []
JU, NIELIT conduct interactive session on AI skill training
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 18: The Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE), University of Jammu, in collaboration with the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), Jammu, organized an interactive session on Artificial Intelligence (AI) skill training for its students today. Two skill-based training programmes-Fundamentals of Data Annotation Using Python and Fundamentals of Data Curation Using Python-are currently being conducted for the students of CDOE by officers from NIELIT, Jammu, under a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between [] The post JU, NIELIT conduct interactive session on AI skill training appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dr Itoo awarded prestigious UK fellowship
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 18: Dr Tasaduk Hussain Itoo, an eminent physician from Village Poshkreri in District Anantnag, J&K, has been conferred with the prestigious Fellowship of the Royal Society for Public Health (FRSPH), United Kingdom. The Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH), one of the UKs leading public health organizations, grants Fellowship status to individuals who have shown distinguished achievement and dedication in the field. The honour places Dr Itoo among a global network of public health professionals working [] The post Dr Itoo awarded prestigious UK fellowship appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
First batch of Indian pilgrims arrives in Saudi Arabia for Haj
JEDDAH, Apr 18 : The first batch of Indian pilgrims arrived in Saudi Arabia on Saturday for the annual Haj pilgrimage, the Indian mission in Saudi Arabia said. The first group of Indian Hajis was received at Madinah Airport by Ambassador Dr. Suhel Ajaz Khan and Consul General @CGIJeddah Shri Fahad Suri, along with Deputy Ministers @HajMinistry H.E. Prof. Abdulaziz A. Wazzan and H.E. Eng. Ayad Abdulrahman Rahbini and other senior Saudi officials, Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia posted on [] The post First batch of Indian pilgrims arrives in Saudi Arabia for Haj appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM Modi recasts Womens Quota setback as political flashpoint, targets Opposition in national address
NEW DELHI, Apr 18 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday delivered a combative address to the nation, turning a significant legislative setback into a political rallying point by casting the failed Womens Reservation push as a broader moral and ideological battle between his government and what he described as an anti-reform Opposition. Speaking a day after the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026 fell short of the required two-thirds majority in the Lok Sabha, Modi accused Opposition parties of betraying [] The post PM Modi recasts Womens Quota setback as political flashpoint, targets Opposition in national address appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Akshaya Tritiya A Sacred Festival of Eternal Prosperity
Dewanshi Verma dewanshivermaa@gmail.com Akshaya Tritiya is one of the most important and auspicious festivals in Hinduism. In 2026, it will be celebrated on 19 April 2026 (Sunday). It falls on the third day (Tritiya) of the bright half (Shukla Paksha) of the month of Baisakhi. The word Akshaya means never diminishing, and it is believed that any good deed, charity, or investment made on this day continues to grow and bring lifelong prosperity and success. In Hindu religion, Akshaya Tritiya [] The post Akshaya Tritiya A Sacred Festival of Eternal Prosperity appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mobile Phone Addiction in Children A Wake-Up Call for Parents
Mohammad Ayaz Raina ayazraina@gmail.com In todays fast moving digital world, mobile phones have become an important part of our daily lives. They help us communicate, learn, and stay entertained. However, when their use crosses healthy limits, especially among children, they begin to harm more than they help. What starts as a convenience can slowly turn into dependency, affecting a childs mind, behaviour, and overall development. One important point every parent must remember is this, if a child spends four hours [] The post Mobile Phone Addiction in Children A Wake-Up Call for Parents appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Heritage slipping through cracks
Race against time at Mubarak Mandi Palace Sunny Dua sunnydua55@gmail.com Once the seat of power from where the Dogra rulers governed their kingdom, the Mubarak Mandi Palace today stands as a hauntingly beautiful yet fragile reminder of a glorious past. Spread across nearly 12 acres and comprising 25 buildings over more than 400,000 square feet, this grand complex once housed coronations, royal residences, the army headquarters and even the nerve centre of governance. Over time, it evolved into a hub [] The post Heritage slipping through cracks appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Fortunate to be senior citizen, life after sixty
Anil Kumar Sharma aksjkb@gmail.com When Time Begins to Speak, Wisdom Must Learn to Listen There comes a quiet moment in life often unnoticed at first when the pace slows, the noise fades, and time, instead of chasing us, begins to sit beside us. For those who have crossed sixty, this moment is not a decline, but a profound transition. It is not an ending, but a reorientation of life itself. Yet, the grace of this phase depends not on years [] The post Fortunate to be senior citizen, life after sixty appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Solutions to deter Marauding Monkeys in J&K
Dr Banarsi Lal kvkreasi@gmail.com Monkeys are wreaking havoc in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Their burgeoning population and habitat shift from forests to towns has created a new level of man-animal conflict in this hilly UT. Monkeys damage the crops and leave farmers grappling with losses that have badly affected J&K economy thus affecting the livelihood of the farmers. Due to the damage of agricultural crops some farmers are abandoning agricultural occupation and searching some other avenues. Some [] The post Solutions to deter Marauding Monkeys in J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Women will severely punish Cong, allies for defeating quota bill: PM
We got 100 pc blessings of Nari Shakti NEW DELHI, Apr 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday warned the Congress and its allies that the women of India will severely punish them for the sin of foeticide after they killed a bill on womens reservation in Parliament and state assemblies. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp In an address to the nation, Modi apologised to the women, and said the Government may have lost the vote but it [] The post Women will severely punish Cong, allies for defeating quota bill: PM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt takes over 57 schools linked to JeI
Fayaz Bukhari SRINAGAR, Apr 18: The Government today took over the management of 57 schools associated with the banned Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) across Kashmir. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp An official said that the schools were directly or indirectly affiliated with the JeIs Falah-e-Aam Trust (FAT) and the Government took over their management. He said that the takeover followed Government order No. 149/Edu/JK dated 17.04.2026 issued to this effect yesterday. Click here to watch video He said that the [] The post Govt takes over 57 schools linked to JeI appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ist batch of 432 pilgrims leaves for Hajj from Srinagar
CM prays for successful completion Irfan Tramboo Srinagar, Apr 18: The annual Hajj pilgrimage from J&K commenced today with the departure of the first batch of 432 pilgrims for Jeddah in Saudi Arabia, from Srinagar International Airport. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The pilgrims, who had assembled at Haj House Bemina earlier, were transported to the airport amid coordinated arrangements by authorities, marking the formal start of this years pilgrimage from the Union Territory. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah [] The post Ist batch of 432 pilgrims leaves for Hajj from Srinagar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
With no DDCs, MLAs get major say in District Capex, Panchayat Plans
Meetings to give nod to start shortly Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Apr 18: The Government has given major weightage to the MLAs in finalization of district Capex (Capital Expenditure) Plans as they are now only elected representatives after the District Development Councils (DDCs) too ceased to exist in February this year while the Block Development Councils (BDCs), Panchayats and Municipalities have already been rendered non-functional due to no elections. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The plans of Panchayats will [] The post With no DDCs, MLAs get major say in District Capex, Panchayat Plans appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Digital gold to gain ground alongside physical buying this Akshaya Tritiya: Analysts
NEW DELHI, Apr 18: Flexible and transparent gold investment options are likely to remain popular alongside physical buying on this Akshaya Tritiya, to be celebrated on Sunday, as investors show a clear shift towards modern alternatives to the yellow metal, say analysts. With Akshaya Tritiya traditionally considered an auspicious occasion for gold purchases, analysts said investor participation is gradually evolving, with growing interest in financial investment avenues alongside traditional physical buying. We are seeing a gradual change in how investors [] The post Digital gold to gain ground alongside physical buying this Akshaya Tritiya: Analysts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Poonch admin cracks whip: 172 absentees face salary cut
Excelsior Correspondent POONCH, Apr 18: In a firm step towards strengthening administrative discipline and accountability, the Deputy Commissioner constituted dedicated teams to conduct surprise inspections across Government offices in the district. Acting on these directions, the teams carried out surprise visits across the entire district including the District Headquarters. During the inspections, 172 employees were found absent from duty without authorization. Consequently, show cause notices have been issued to all such employees, directing them to explain their position prior to [] The post Poonch admin cracks whip: 172 absentees face salary cut appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt sets up committee for expert advisory support to Indias AI governance architecture
NEW DELHI, Apr 18: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has constituted an advisory body to provide specialised technical, policy, and strategic expertise to support the functioning of the recently constituted AI Governance and Economic Group (AIGEG). As an advisory body for the AIGEG the Technology and Policy Expert Committee (TPEC) will provide it expert inputs necessary to make well-informed decisions on policy design, regulatory measures and Indias engagements in AI governance across global forums, an official [] The post Govt sets up committee for expert advisory support to Indias AI governance architecture appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SEC reviews revision of Panchayat Electoral Rolls in Udhampur, Jammu
Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Apr 18: State Election Commissioner, Jammu & Kashmir, Shantmanu today conducted an extensive tour of Udhampur and Jammu districts to review the ongoing progress of the revision of Panchayat Electoral Rolls-2026. He inspected special camps at Panchayat Ghar Tikri, Mand East and West and Panchayat Ghar Garnai in Udhampur district besides Panchayat Ghar Jhajhar Kotli, BDO offices Dansal and Nagrota in Jammu district. The State Election Commissioner inspected the ongoing special camps and interacted with the Booth [] The post SEC reviews revision of Panchayat Electoral Rolls in Udhampur, Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
When Mohammad Ashraf Mir, a Government employee in Jammu and Kashmir, learnt that his ten-year-old son was battling ependymoma a serious neurological tumour classified Grade II by the WHO the instinct of every parent took over. He moved the child first to SKIMS Soura, and when the gravity of the condition demanded more specialised intervention, he did what any father would: he spent the money and sought care wherever that care could be found. The bill came to [] The post Medical Reimbursement Issues appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Modi must step down after failure to get through his Govt bill: Karra
* BJP deprived women of 33 % quota: Bhalla Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 18: JKPCC chief, Tariq Hameed Karra today said that Prime Minister Modi has no moral right to continue in the office and should step down following failure of his Government to get through the ill conceived constitutional amendment bill, aimed at delimitation through backdoor under the garb of women quota. Addressing a rally of party workers at Bahu in Jammu, JKPCC chief said that Modi Government failed [] The post Modi must step down after failure to get through his Govt bill: Karra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 18: In an effort to strengthen parent-school collaboration and provide insight into its unique teaching approach, Modern Montessori International (MMI) Preschool, Trikuta Nagar, conducted a warm and engaging Orientation Programme today. The session, led by Principal Poonam Sharma, aimed to familiarise parents with the Montessori method adopted by the school. All five key areas of Montessori education were clearly explained and thoughtfully demonstrated, enabling parents to understand the hands-on and child-centric approach to learning. The programme [] The post MMI Preschool holds programme appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Yajna is path to divine living: Swami Ramswarup
Excelsior Correspondent YOL (Himachal Pradesh), Apr 18: Highlighting the indispensable importance of Yajna in human life, Swami Ramswarup Yogacharya, stated that Yajna is path to divine living. A 78-day Yajna based on the four Vedas is currently being conducted at the Veda Mandir, Yol under the leadership of Swami Ramswarup, Yogacharya. Addressing to the devotees, Swami Ji explained the origin and meaning of the word Yajna,. He said that it is derived from the Sanskrit root Yaj, which signifies worship [] The post Yajna is path to divine living: Swami Ramswarup appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Punjabs Nishant clinches 44th Intl Salora Dangal title
Excelsior Sports Correspondent REASI, Apr 18: Wrestler Nishant of Baba Fly Akhara, Punjab, clinched the title in the 44th International Salora Dangal 2026 by defeating Ishaq Ahmed (Lallu) of J&K Police, Jammu, in a hard-fought final bout held at Salora in District Jammu. Nishant, winner of the first mali bout, was awarded a cash prize of Rs 90,000 along with the prestigious Salora Kesari Patta, while runner-up Lallu received Rs 60,000. A total of 61 bouts were contested during the [] The post Punjabs Nishant clinches 44th Intl Salora Dangal title appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Transporters call for Valley-wide strike against Smart City bus services
Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Apr 18: Transporters across Kashmir today called for a valley-wide chakka jam on Monday to protest the expansion of Smart City bus services into districts, warning of a complete halt of public transport. Click here to watch video The call was issued by Shabir Ahmad Matta, president of the All J&K Transporters Welfare Association, who said the agitation was triggered by the Governments plan to introduce 200 additional buses and extend services beyond Srinagar. A few days [] The post Transporters call for Valley-wide strike against Smart City bus services appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SSP Samba visits Police Station Vijaypur, reviews its functioning
Excelsior Correspondent SAMBA, Apr 18: The Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Samba, Anuj Kumar, visited Police Station (PS), Vijaypur to review its overall functioning. He was accompanied by SDPO Vijaypur. During the visit, SSP Samba held a detailed interaction with the Investigating Officers and others police personnel of PS Vijaypur emphasizing the importance of their role in maintaining law and order, preventing and detecting crime and ensuring public safety. He stressed the need for prompt response to incidents, increased police [] The post SSP Samba visits Police Station Vijaypur, reviews its functioning appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 18: Army Public School (APS) Ratnuchak organised a vibrant Orientation Programme for Classes I to XII at the Khetarpal Auditorium, bringing together students, parents, and faculty in a shared vision of holistic excellence. The initiative was designed to align the aspirations of learners and their families with the schools commitment to academic achievement and overall development. The programme began with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony, symbolising the pursuit of knowledge. The guest of honour delivered an inspiring [] The post APS Ratnuchak holds function appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
TB Eradication Prog at Old Age Home Amphalla
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 18: In a significant step towards strengthening public health awareness and preventive healthcare, a 100 days Tuberculosis (TB) Eradication Programme was conducted by the Health Department at the Home for the Aged & Infirm, Amphalla, Jammu. The programme was organized with the objective of promoting awareness about Tuberculosis (TB), its prevention, early detection, and complete treatment, in alignment with the Governments mission to eliminate TB. The programme commenced with a awareness session outlining the key objectives [] The post TB Eradication Prog at Old Age Home Amphalla appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DC Kathua listens to public grievances at Dhar Mahanpur; assures time-bound redressal
Excelsior Correpondent KATHUA, Apr 18: Deputy Commissioner Kathua, Rajesh Sharma today conducted a public outreach programme at Dhar Mahanpur and listened to a wide range of grievances and demands projected by the local residents. Public highlighted the damaged Kholi TalaiKatham road, pending land compensation and demanded a 6 km NailiKatham road. Residents of Dhar Korah Panchayat sought water supply renovation, veterinary and allopathic hospitals and restoration of the Zero MorhSanganghat road closed since flash floods. They also raised staff shortages [] The post DC Kathua listens to public grievances at Dhar Mahanpur; assures time-bound redressal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sakeena Itoo lays foundation stones for key development projects in Kulgam
KULGAM, Apr 18: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today laid foundation stones for several key developmental projects in Kulgam district and also dedicated vital infrastructure to the public. MLA, Kulgam, M.Y Tarigami; Mission Director ICDS, Director AYUSH, ADC Kulgam, senior officers of district administration, other sectoral officers and large number of locals were also present on the occasion. In line with the Governments sustained push for inclusive and equitable development across Jammu & [] The post Sakeena Itoo lays foundation stones for key development projects in Kulgam appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DC, SSP Ramban call for unity, support to Nasha Mukt Abhiyan
Excelsior Correspondent RAMBAN, Apr 18: Deputy Commissioner Ramban, Mohammad Alyas Khan, along with Senior Superintendent of Police Arun Gupta today held an interaction with prominent citizens and religious leaders of the district to discuss issues related to communal harmony, peace and social responsibility. The meeting was attended by ADC Varunjeet Singh Charak, Additional SP Mujeeb-Ur-Rehman, Dy. SP Hqr Waqar Bhat and other senior officers. During the interaction, the Deputy Commissioner and SSP appreciated the people of Ramban for their age-old [] The post DC, SSP Ramban call for unity, support to Nasha Mukt Abhiyan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Determined to dismantle drug trade, liberate society from addiction: LG
Rajouri: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday joined Padyatra and addressed a public rally in Rajouri under Drug-Free J&K campaign. He observed that border district Rajouri is sensitive and prone to cross-border drug smuggling. But we are determined to crush these challenges, dismantle the drug trade and liberate society from addiction. From April 11, J&K []
CM reviews progress of work on LD Hospital Extension Block, stresses timely completion
New facility to augment healthcare infrastructure, provide advanced, high-quality care for women and newborns SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday inspected the ongoing construction of the Extension Block at Government Lalla Ded Hospital and conducted a comprehensive review of the projects progress, execution strategy and infrastructure development. The upcoming facility, being developed at the []
Arrangement for RS elections cost J&K exchequer Rs 73548
Srinagar: Authorities spent Rs 73548 on conducting the Rajya Sabha elections in the Jammu & Kashmir Union Territory in October 2025. According to official documents, the J&K Election Department had transferred Rs 1 lakh for the exercise, out of which Rs 73548 was utilized to make necessary arrangements for polls to four vacant Rajya Sabha []
The Layered Evolution Of Kashmiri Language And Its Long Decline
For centuries, Kashmiri (Koshur) has been the soul of the Valley its medium of everyday life, faith, philosophy, and the essence of Kashmiriyat. Today, it faces multiple pressures: globalisation, the dominance of English and Urdu, and a decline in everyday use, particularly in urban areas. A tree cannot flourish by severing its roots. A []
The Collapse Is Real Lebanon Ceasefire Marks A Historic Strategic Defeat
For the first time in decades, the trajectory of history is no longer bending in Israels favour Ramzy Baroud A ceasefire in Lebanon was announced on Thursday by US President Donald Trump, but its reality tells a very different story. The ceasefire was not the product of American diplomacy, nor Israeli strategic calculation. It was []
Govt committed to inclusive, accelerated growth: Sakeen Itoo
Lays foundation stones for key dev projects in Kulgam Inaugurates 100-bedded Girls Hostel, Ayush Dispensary Witnesses final match of Shaheed Wali Muhammad Itoo Memorial Cricket Tournament KULGAM: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo on Saturday laid foundation stones for several key developmental projects in Kulgam district and also dedicated []
Govt determined to liberate society of drug addiction: LG Sinha
Rajouri, Apr 18:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday said that the government is determined to liberate the society of drug addiction. Joining Padyatra and addressing a public rally in Rajouri under drug-free J&K campaign, LG Sinha said that border district Rajouri is sensitive and prone to cross-border drug smuggling. But we are determined to crush these challenges, dismantle the drug trade and liberate society from addiction. From April 11, J&K Police had launched a relentless crackdown in Jammu Division. More than 45 FIRs were filed, 63 smugglers nabbed and massive drug hauls seized between the 11th and 15th. Regular Checks are now covering schools, pharmacies, drug agencies and this drive will continue relentlessly, he said. In his address, the LG emphasised that not all wars rage on borders. He said some battles brew unseen and for years and countless Jammu Kashmir families have fought addiction within their walls and many lost loved ones to it. On April 11, from the hallowed grounds of Jammu's MA Stadium, we sounded the clarion call to total war by launching a resolute 100-day crusade against drug addiction. I believe addiction is no mere personal failing but it's a gaping wound in our society's fabric. Our terrorist neighbour deploys it as an insidious weapon, nurturing terror through drug smuggling and eroding our nation's strength from within. We shall prevail in this battle by uniting as one and every citizen rising with unyielding resolve, LG Sinha said. He said that cases registered before April 11 had witnessed a three times increase in last 7 days. In 100 days, we must completely break the back of drug networks. When the power of society and the might of the administration come together, neither smugglers nor criminals will be spared, the LG said. He also highlighted that prevention anchors drug-free J&K campaign and he considers that prevention is mightier than any cure in such cases. We must reach our children before drugs do, igniting awareness and self-respect in every school, college, playground, and community hub, LG Sinha said. He also called upon J&K Police and other enforcement agencies to ensure exemplary punishment for drug smugglers. Make sure no culprit escapes. We should unleash exemplary crackdowns on traffickers poisoning our youth. Those ruining generations won't slip away, the LG said, adding that administration has crafted an SoP to obliterate drug smugglers networks and ensuring swift justice. He said that from detection and counseling to detox, rehab, and aftercare, our pledge is total rehabilitation. LG Sinha asked the officials to audit weekly activities including list of rehabbed lives, list of arrested smugglers while ensuring that fake centers are shuttered. We will restore people's dignity, reconnect them to our shared society, and unleash their potential to build Rajouri's brighter future. This mission demands more than government efforts. I call upon every social organization and NGOs to join us in this noble endeavor, he said. The LG also administered the anti-drug pledge and also launched Rajouri Premier League and Rajouri Football Club under the Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyaan. On the occasion, artists through musical opera spread awareness on the devastating impacts of substance abuse.
Robotic surgery offers 95-99 percent success rate in knee and hip replacement: Dr Bhanu Pratap Singh
Srinagar, April 18: To create awareness on osteoarthritis and recent advances in robotic knee resurfacing surgery, a team of doctors from Park Hospital, Mohali addressed a press conference here on Saturday. Park Hospitals is North Indias 2nd largest super specialty hospital network with 17 hospitals , 900 ICU beds , 15 cath labs, 45 modular [] The post Robotic surgery offers 95-99 percent success rate in knee and hip replacement: Dr Bhanu Pratap Singh appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Rs 73,548 Spent on Jammu Kashmir Rajya Sabha Polls, Govt Reveals
SRINAGAR: Authorities spent Rs 73548 on conducting the Rajya Sabha elections in the Jammu Kashmir Union Territory in October 2025. According to official documents, the JK Election Department had transferred Rs 1 lakh for the exercise, out of which Rs 73548 was utilized to make necessary arrangements for polls to four vacant Rajya Sabha seats. []
Soldier Injured in Landmine Blast Along LoC in Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: An army soldier was injured in a landmine blast near the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday, while a rusted explosive shell was later detected and safely defused in the area. The incident occurred during a routine patrol along the LoC, when the soldier reportedly stepped on []
Govt Commences Special Relief Ration Distribution for Kashmiri, Jammu Migrants
SRINAGAR: The Government on Saturday commenced distribution of ration under the Special Relief Ration Scheme for Kashmiri and Jammu migrants, as notified under Government Order No. 15-JK(FCS and CA) of 2026 dated March 5, 2026. The distribution process was launched simultaneously at 32 ration depots designated for migrants in District Jammu, along with other earmarked []
Jammu Kashmir Police Arrest Five Drug Peddlers
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Police on Saturday arrested five drug peddlers and recovered significant quantities of contraband during coordinated operations in Anantnag and Sopore. In Anantnag, four individuals were apprehended in separate operations, with police recovering charas powder, cannabis, and other narcotic substances from their possession. In Sopore, another peddler was arrested during a naka []
Hormuz Closes Again, India Summons Iranian Envoy After IRGC Fire on Indian Ships
SRINAGAR: India on Saturday summoned Irans ambassador and lodged a strong protest after two India-flagged vessels came under gunfire in the Strait of Hormuz, forcing multiple ships bound for Indian ports to turn back amid a rapidly escalating security situation in the region, according to official sources and media reports. Sources cited by WION said []
Jammu Kashmir Govt Assigns Additional Charges to Several Officers
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Saturday issued two separate administrative orders assigning additional responsibilities to senior officers and effecting a key field posting in Rajouri. As per Government Order No. 806-JK(GAD) of 2026 dated April 18, Piyush Singla, IAS (AGMUT: 2012), Secretary, Information Technology Departmentwho is already holding additional charge of Administrative Secretary, []
MVD Kishtwar Suspends RCs, Permits of 246 Traffic Violators
SRINAGAR: The Motor Vehicles Department (MVD) Kishtwar, under the supervision of Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO) Tasleem Wani, has ordered a major enforcement action against habitual traffic offenders, suspending Registration Certificates (RCs) and Route Permits of 246 vehicles across the district with immediate effect. Of the total, 203 vehicles have had their RCs suspended, while []
Opposition Crushed Womens Dreams By Blocking Quota Bill: PM Modi
NEW DELHI, Apr 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said opposition parties had mercilessly crushed the dreams of women by not allowing the womens reservation bill to pass in Parliament despite the governments best efforts. In an address to the nation, a day after a bill to implement womens reservation in legislatures was defeated in the Lok Sabha, Modi said the self-serving politics of parties like the Congress, the DMK, the TMC, and the Samajwadi Party has come at [] The post Opposition Crushed Womens Dreams By Blocking Quota Bill: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IFS Officers Transferred: One Posted to Jammu Kashmir, Two Moved to Delhi
SRINAGAR: Four Indian Forest Service (IFS) officers of the AGMUT cadre, serving as Deputy Conservators of Forests, have been reassigned to different administrative segments. According to the official order, Satyaprakash Singh and Atharva Tiwari have been posted to the Delhi segment, while Sandeep Divyajyoti Behera has been moved to the Jammu and Kashmir segment. In []
New Delhi, Apr 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday slammed the opposition parties for defeat of the Constitution Amendment Bill in Lok Sabha to tweak womens reservation and apologised to the mothers and sisters in the country saying Womens Power Bill could not pass in Parliament. In Address to the Nation, PM Modi said crores of women across the country had their eyes on Parliament yesterday and noted that while naitons interest in paramount for BJP-led NDA, for some [] The post Womens Power Bill Could Not Pass In Parliament, I Apologize To All Mothers And Sisters: PM Modi In Address To Nation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Noble effort derailed, DMK, Cong made it target of hatred: PM Modi on womens reservation bill
COIMBATORE (TAMIL NADU): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said his governments womens reservation bill was a noble effort that got derailed due to the DMK and Congress which made it a target of hatred and petty politics. Especially targeting the ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu and the Congress over the amendment bill being defeated []
172 Govt Employees Found Absent During Surprise Inspections in Poonch; Show-Cause Notices Issued
SRINAGAR: As many as 172 government employees were found absent during surprise inspections ordered by the District Magistrate in Poonch district, officials said on Saturday. An official said that special teams constituted by the administration conducted raids across various offices, including at the district headquarters, to check absenteeism and enforce discipline. The absent employees were []
