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Khuda Gawah: The Day I First Saw Cinema
By Syed Majid Gilani I was a boy from Srinagar who had only seen locked cinema gates, and one day in Jammu, I discovered the magic of the silver screen a memory I still carry vividly. When I was in seventh grade, cinemas in my city had already closed. The big halls, life-size posters, [] The post Khuda Gawah: The Day I First Saw Cinema appeared first on Northlines .
Traffic Management Plan Made For Construction-Hit Jammu-Srinagar Highway
Jammu, Dec 3: A traffic management plan was finalised on Wednesday to ensure two-way movement on the strategic Jammu-Srinagar National Highway amid construction work of a new flyover in Ramban district, an official said. The plan was approved by Jammu Traffic Range Deputy Inspector General Mohd Haseeb Mughal during his visit to the construction site between Nachalana and Hingni, where vehicular movement is getting increasingly disturbed due to road construction. Mughal and several officials from NHAI and the traffic police [] The post Traffic Management Plan Made For Construction-Hit Jammu-Srinagar Highway appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pledge To Protect Rights Of Divyangjans: LG Manoj sinha
Jammu, Dec 3: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday called upon all to pledge to protect and promote the rights of persons with disability. He said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, special efforts have been made to provide equal opportunities, equal rights, and a quality life to them. I salute the resilience, determination and potential of Divyangjans. We are committed to building a system that aligns with their dreams and aspirations, eliminating all [] The post Pledge To Protect Rights Of Divyangjans: LG Manoj sinha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
VDGs Could Join J&K Police For Exemplary Anti-Terror Work: DGP Prabhat
Jammu, Dec 3: Praising the contribution of Village Defence Guards (VDGs), Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police Nalin Prabhat on Wednesday said the force would not hesitate to induct them in regular force for exceptional contribution in counter-terrorism operations. He urged VDGs to remain vigilant and actively cooperate with police and security forces in strengthening the security grid and maintaining brotherhood, peace and tranquillity. Interacting with over 110 VDGs in a forward village near the International Border in R [] The post VDGs Could Join J&K Police For Exemplary Anti-Terror Work: DGP Prabhat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SSP Reviews Security In Terror Hotbed Of Kathua
Jammu, Dec 3: Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Mohita Sharma on Wednesday reviewed security in Kathua, a district on the Jammu and Kashmir border. She directed police to keep a close watch on overground workers (OGWs) and maintain a proper record of the movement of the migratory population. The district, located along the International Border with Pakistan, has been notoriously used for infiltration into the Union territory. The district has witnessed increased terror activities and several encounters over the past [] The post SSP Reviews Security In Terror Hotbed Of Kathua appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar Promises Transparency, Simplified Process In Compassionate Appointments
Jammu, Dec 3: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said his government is committed to ensuring full transparency and a simplified process in compassionate appointments. He also reiterated his governments commitment to clearing the backlog of compassionate appointments under SRO-43 and the Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme (RAS). Abdullah was speaking at a function organised at the Convention Centre here where he handed over appointment orders to candidates under SRO-43 (Statutory Rules Order-43) and RAS-2022, besides issuing regularisation orders [] The post CM Omar Promises Transparency, Simplified Process In Compassionate Appointments appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
133 Senior Lecturers of SED assigned lookafter charge of Principals
JAMMU, Dec 3: The School Education Department (SED) has assigned the look after charges of Principal and equivalent posts to 133 senior lecturers with immediate effect. Click here to see complete order.. The post 133 Senior Lecturers of SED assigned lookafter charge of Principals appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Two Arrested with Heroin, Cash in Srinagar
SRINAGAR: Police have arrested two persons during a patrolling operation near in the Nishat area and recovered contraband substance and cash from their possession, a police official said. The accused were identified as Sheikh Umar Jan, and Nadeem Qadir Chopan. Two Arrested with Heroin and Cash in NishatPolice said 15 grams of heroin and cash []
Srinagar Police Arrest ATM Fraudster, Seize 12 Cards
SRINAGAR: Srinagar Police on Wednesday arrested an alleged ATM fraudster in the Bemina area, recovering 12 ATM cards from multiple banks and an iPhone said to have been used in the crime. Police said the action followed a written complaint filed by Nazir Ahmed War, in charge of the Centralised ATM Department of Jammu and []
Over 36 Lakh Jammu Kashmir Migrant Workers Registered on eShram Portal
SRINAGAR: The Ministry of Labour and Employment has revealed that as of November 26, 2025, a total of 36,11,005 unorganised workers, including migrant labourers, from Jammu and Kashmir, have registered on the national eShram portal. In neighbouring Ladakh, 35,068 workers have enrolled on the platform, highlighting a growing effort to bring the Union Territories workforce []
Three Cows Die After Live Wire Snaps in North Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Three cows were electrocuted to death after a high-tension power line collapsed in Tulwari area of Langate in north Kashmirs Kupwara district, triggering outrage among locals who have accused the Power Development Department of negligence. Locals said that the incident occurred when an HT line suddenly snapped and fell in an open area where []
Keep up fight against TMC, will win polls next year: PM Modi tells West Bengal BJP MPs
NEW DELHI:Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday asked BJP MPs from West Bengal to effectively counter the Trinamool Congress-led government in the state and work towards winning the assembly elections next year. BJP MPs from West Bengal met the prime minister, along with Khagen Murmu the Lok Sabha member from Maldah Uttar who []
437068 Jammu Kashmir Women Entrepreneurs Lift Rs 7,579 Cr in Mudra Loans Since 2020
SRINAGAR: Between December 1, 2020, and October 10, 2025, more than 4.37 lakh women entrepreneurs in Jammu and Kashmir have been sanctioned Mudra loans amounting to Rs. 7,579.3 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY). These loans have supported the establishment and expansion of small businesses, agriculture-allied ventures, handicrafts, and other traditional enterprises across []
HC refuses to entertain PIL for panel to supervise stages of trial in the Red Fort blast case
NEW DELHI: (Dec 3) The Delhi High Court on Wednesday refused to entertain a petition seeking a court-monitored committee to supervise all stages of trial in the Red Fort blast case. The high court said the trial in the case has not started yet and the issue raised in the petition was only on apprehension and it cannot be assumed that there will be a delay in the trial. Petitioner Dr Pankaj Pushkar sought a day-to-day trial in the case [] The post HC refuses to entertain PIL for panel to supervise stages of trial in the Red Fort blast case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
MP Rashid Flags Zero Connectivity in North Kashmir Border Belt
SRINAGAR: Baramulla MP Engineer Rashid on Tuesday raised concerns in Parliament over the absence of basic mobile connectivity in several border areas of North Kashmir, saying residents continue to suffer due to what he termed long-standing governmental neglect. Speaking during the session, the MP, currently lodged in Tihar Jail, said that regions such as Karnah, []
Jammu Kashmir: One Dead, Two Injured as Sumo Rolls into Gorge
SRINAGAR: A Sumo vehicle skidded off the road and fell into a deep gorge in the Sounder area of Dachhan in Kishtwar district on Wednesday, leaving one person dead, and two others are critically injured, officials said. Officials said that the vehicle slipped off the road under unknown circumstances, resulting in the on-spot death of []
Govt withdraws mandatory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi app on mobile phones
NEW DELHI, Dec 3: The Government on Wednesday withdrew the order mandating pre-installation of cyber security app Sanchar Saathi on smartphones by manufacturers. The Department of Telecom said that it is removing the order mandating installation of the Sanchar Saathi app, following a 10-fold jump in voluntary app downlaods in just one day. The number of users has been increasing rapidly, and the mandate to install the app was meant to accelerate this process and make the app available to [] The post Govt withdraws mandatory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi app on mobile phones appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Silver futures hit record of Rs 1.84 lakh/kg as rupee slumps to new low
NEW DELHI, Dec 3:Silver prices surged by Rs 3,126 to hit a fresh record of Rs 1,84,727 per kilogram on Wednesday while gold futures advanced to Rs 1,30,766 per 10 grams, tracking firm global trends. A steep fall in the rupee, which slipped to an all-time low against the US dollar, further pushed up bullion prices, analysts said. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures for the February 2026 contract jumped by Rs 1,007, or 0.78 per cent, to [] The post Silver futures hit record of Rs 1.84 lakh/kg as rupee slumps to new low appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Meesho IPO subscribed 41 pc so far on Day 1
NEW DELHI, Dec 3:The initial public offer of SoftBank-backed e-commerce firm Meesho Ltd received 41 per cent subscription so far on the first day of share sale on Wednesday. The three-day IPO got bids for 11,50,92,360 shares against 27,79,38,446 shares on offer, as per NSE data till 11:30 hours. Retail Individual Investors (RIIs) category received 1.54 times subscription while the quota for non-institutional investors fetched 48 per cent subscription. Meesho on Tuesday said it has garnered a little over Rs [] The post Meesho IPO subscribed 41 pc so far on Day 1 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
S&P ups jurisdiction ranking assessment for Indias insolvency regime
NEW DELHI, Dec 3:S&P Global Ratings on Wednesday revised up its jurisdiction ranking assessment for Indias insolvency regime on improved creditor-friendliness of Indias bankruptcy resolution framework. S&P said the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) has strengthened credit discipline and tilted the resolution process in favour of creditors, with promoters potentially risking losing control of their business, unlike under earlier resolution regimes. S&P Global Ratings today revised up its jurisdiction ranking assessment for Indias insolvency regime to Group B from Group [] The post S&P ups jurisdiction ranking assessment for Indias insolvency regime appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rupee slumps to all-time low of 90.25 against US dollar in intra-day trade
MUMBAI, Dec 3: The rupee plummeted to a new low of 90.25 against the greenback in the intra-day session on Wednesday, falling 29 paise from its previous close, amid FII outflows and sustained buying of dollars by banks. A decline in the domestic equity markets and the absence of an India-US trade deal put further pressure on the local unit, according to forex traders. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 89.96 against the greenback and slipped to [] The post Rupee slumps to all-time low of 90.25 against US dollar in intra-day trade appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
12 Held in Central Kashmir Illegal Mining Drive, 39 Vehicles Seized
SRINAGAR: Police in Budgam, in coordination with the Mining Department, intensified action against illegal mining and unauthorised transportation of minerals across the district during November 2025, leading to arrests, vehicle seizures and financial penalties. Officials said police teams from various police stations and police posts, under the supervision of senior officers, conducted sustained operations in []
Assam: CAG report flags shortfall in enrolment, low claims settlement in tea workers PF org
GUWAHATI, Dec 3:From close to 40,000 tea estate workers not registered for provident fund facility to low rate of settlement of family pension claims, several issues plaguing the Assam Tea Employees Provident Fund Organisation (ATEPFO) have been flagged by the CAG in a recent report. The Comptroller and Auditor General report on the organisation from 2017-18 to 2021-22, which was recently laid in the state assembly, has highlighted areas where the ATEPFO, which was established to ensure social security benefits [] The post Assam: CAG report flags shortfall in enrolment, low claims settlement in tea workers PF org appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
EC should brief parties on SIR to clear concerns: Omar Abdullah
JAMMU: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday urged the Election Commission to brief all political parties on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls to address lingering concerns and ensure full transparency in the electoral process. He said elections must always be fair and transparent, leaving no room for any complaint []
Not losing sleep over falling rupee against dollar: CEA
NEW DELHI, Dec 3: Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran on Wednesday said the government is not losing sleep over declining rupee, which has breached the 90-level against the greenback. The falling rupee is not affecting inflation or exports, he said on the sidelines of a CII event here. However, he expressed hope that it should improve next year. The rupee has depreciated about 5 per cent against the US dollar in 2025. The rupee plummeted to a new low [] The post Not losing sleep over falling rupee against dollar: CEA appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
3,052 MW Under Construction in Jammu Kashmir as Sawalkote Awaits Approval
SRINAGAR: The Government has said it is closely reviewing all major hydroelectric projects in Jammu and Kashmir, including the long-pending 1,856 MW Sawalkote scheme, as part of a wider assessment of the Union Territorys power expansion plans. The information was placed before the Rajya Sabha by Power Minister Manohar Lal in response to a question []
Europeans accuse Putin of faking interest in peace after talks with US envoys
KYIV, Dec 3: Ukrainian and European officials on Wednesday accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of faking interest in peace efforts after five hours of talks with US envoys at the Kremlin produced no signs of a breakthrough, although negotiations were expected to continue. Ukraines Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said Putin should stop wasting the worlds time. UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said the Russian leader should end the bluster and the bloodshed and be ready to come to the table [] The post Europeans accuse Putin of faking interest in peace after talks with US envoys appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Fake News is a Threat to Democracy: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Govt Stresses on the Need to Strengthen Legal Framework to Curb Fake News and AI-Driven Deepfakes New Delhi: Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Lok Sabha that the issue raised regarding social media and fake news is a very serious matter. He stated that fake news poses a threat [] The post Fake News is a Threat to Democracy: Ashwini Vaishnaw appeared first on Northlines .
IED blast targeting police vehicle kills three policemen in northwest Pakistan
PESHAWAR, Dec 3:Three security men were killed in an improvised explosive device blast targeting a police vehicle in the restive Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in northwest Pakistan on Wednesday, an official said. The incident occurred in the Panyala area of Dera Ismail Khan district, bordering South Waziristan. Assistant Sub Inspector (ASI) Gul Alam, Constable Rafiq and the driver of the mobile van, Sakhi Jan, lost their lives in the incident. The Paniyala Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), station house officer (SHO) [] The post IED blast targeting police vehicle kills three policemen in northwest Pakistan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
No Snooping, No Forced Use: Scindia Defends Sanchar Saathi App
New Delhi: Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Wednesday told Parliament that the government-backed Sanchar Saathi cybersecurity app cannot be used to snoop on citizens or access private data, amid political uproar over a mandate requiring the app to be pre-installed on all new smartphones. Addressing the Lok Sabha, Scindia said the app is entirely voluntary [] The post No Snooping, No Forced Use: Scindia Defends Sanchar Saathi App appeared first on Northlines .
Rising Viewership Drives Netflix to Expand South Indian Content
Netflix has recentlyintensified its focus on South Indian content, reflecting the streaming giants strategic response to the growing popularity of regional programming. Over the past few years, audiences in India have shown an increasing desirefor content in languages such as Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada, prompting Netflix to expand its offerings and invest in original productions from the region. Most recently,they acquired a range of films from all four of theSouth Indian languages, as well as announcing six new Tamil [] The post Rising Viewership Drives Netflix to Expand South Indian Content appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir Records Over 54,000 Patients in Palliative Care In One Year
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir has reported a significant palliative care load, with 54,738 patients receiving services in 202324, according to data placed before the Rajya Sabha by Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda. The Ministry said that the National Programme for Palliative Care (NPPC) now covers 600 districts across India, marking one of the most []
J-K CM says reservation rationalised in best possible way, govt fulfilled a poll promise
JAMMU:Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said his government has rationalised the reservation policy in the best possible manner to ensure justice to all sections and fulfil a key poll promise. However, he refused to divulge details, saying the proposal has been forwarded to Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha for his approval, and []
New Bihar govt committed to creation of 1cr jobs in next 5 yrs: Guv
PATNA: Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan on Wednesday said the Nitish Kumar government was committed to the creation of 1 crore jobs in the next five years. He was addressing a joint session of both Houses of the state legislature, which had been convened upon the NDAs return to power in the assembly elections. 50 []
Fire breaks out in Srinagars Khayam; several houses affected
Srinagar: A fire broke out in the Khayam area of Srinagar on Wednesday afternoon, damaging multiple residential houses, officials said. Officials said that the blaze has spread to at least three to four residential structures. Fire and Emergency Services personnel rushed to the area soon after the incident and have launched efforts to control []
LG Sinha calls for collective commitment to uphold rights, dignity and inclusion of Divyangjans
Jammu, Dec 03:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday urged officials, social organisations and stakeholders to reaffirm their commitment to protecting and promoting the rights of Divyangjans, stressing the need for sensitivity, awareness and a unified resolve to ensure their dignity and full participation in society. Speaking at an event marking the International Day of Persons [] The post LG Sinha calls for collective commitment to uphold rights, dignity and inclusion of Divyangjans appeared first on Northlines .
India Conducts High-Speed Rocket-Sled Test, Joins Elite Club
New Delhi: The DRDO has successfully carried out a high-speed rocket-sled test of a fighter aircraft escape system at a precisely controlled velocity, validating key safety parameters such as canopy severance, ejection sequencing, and full aircrew recovery, the defence ministry said on Tuesday. The test places India in an elite club of nations with advanced [] The post India Conducts High-Speed Rocket-Sled Test, Joins Elite Club appeared first on Northlines .
J&K: Kashmir experiences another freezing night
Srinagar, Dec 3: Kashmir experienced another freezing night as minimum temperatures continued to remain well below the freezing point, dipping 3 to 6 degrees across several parts of the Valley. The Meteorological Centre in Srinagar said the summer capital recorded a low of 4.4C on the intervening night of Tuesday and Wednesday, around 3.2 degrees [] The post J&K: Kashmir experiences another freezing night appeared first on Northlines .
Snooping will never happen with Sanchar Saathi app: Scindia in LS
NEW DELHI, Dec 3: Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Wednesday said snooping is neither possible nor will it happen with the Sanchar Saathi safety app, amid a row over his ministrys order asking smartphone makers to preload the state-run cybersecurity app on all new devices. In Lok Sabha, Scindia said the app is for the protection of the people. Sanchar Saathi app se na snooping sambhav hai, na snooping hoga, the minister said during Question Hour. In the context of [] The post Snooping will never happen with Sanchar Saathi app: Scindia in LS appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LUCKNOW, Dec 3: BSP president Mayawati on Wednesday said she will no longer visit major memorial sites dedicated to key social reformers on their birth and death anniversaries, citing public inconvenience due to security arrangements made for her. In a detailed post on X, Mayawati said during four terms of the BSP rule in Uttar Pradesh, the government honoured great social reformers and icons such as Mahatma Jyotiba Phule, Chhatrapati Shahuji Maharaj, Sree Narayana Guru, Dr B R Ambedkar and [] The post Mayawati says she will no longer visit memorial sites dedicated to social reformers to avoid inconvenience to public appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Oppn Leaders Meet in Parliament to Finalize Winter Session Strategy
New Delhi: Leaders of several opposition parties met in Parliament on Wednesday to chalk out a joint strategy for the ongoing Winter Session, though the Trinamool Congress (TMC) remained absent for the second consecutive time, leaders said. Floor leaders from the Congress, DMK, RJD, SP, JMM, CPI(M), CPI, IUML, NCPSP, and Shiv Sena (UBT) attended [] The post Oppn Leaders Meet in Parliament to Finalize Winter Session Strategy appeared first on Northlines .
JK CM Omar-Led Cabinet Clears R&B Promotions, Seeks Urgent Report on Daily Wagers
Jammu, Dec 3: The Jammu and Kashmir Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, met in Jammu on Wednesday morning and approved several departmental proposals, including promotions in the Roads and Buildings (R&B) Department and the establishment of an Animal Protection Board, officials said. The meeting, held at 9 am at the Chief Ministers residence, [] The post JK CM Omar-Led Cabinet Clears R&B Promotions, Seeks Urgent Report on Daily Wagers appeared first on Northlines .
CM Omar-led cabinet clears promotions in R&B, asks for daily wagers report
Approves Animal Protection Board Jammu, Dec 3 ; The Jammu and Kashmir Cabinet chaired by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah met here this morning and cleared a series of departmental proposals, including promotions in the Roads and Buildings (R&B) Department and the establishment of the Animal Protection Board, officials said. The meeting, held at the Chief Ministers Jammu residence at 9 am, discussed multiple administrative matters linked to governance and development, Issues concerning electricity, reservation and winter preparedness also came up [] The post CM Omar-led cabinet clears promotions in R&B, asks for daily wagers report appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Features That Make Apna One of the Highest Rated Job Apps in India
Finding relevant opportunities in todays competitive market can feel challenging, especially with countless platforms and listings to navigate. A reliable job app can simplify the search by bringing verified, accessible, and timely roles into one organised space. Apna is one such platform that has gained strong visibility among job-seekers across India due to its ease [] The post Features That Make Apna One of the Highest Rated Job Apps in India appeared first on Northlines .
Nehru Wanted Babri Masjid Built With Public Funds But Sardar Patel Blocked His Plan: Rajnath Singh
Vadodara: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday alleged that Indias first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru wanted to construct the Babri Masjid with public funds, but Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel opposed the move and prevented it. Singh made the remarks at Sadhli village near Vadodara during a Unity March commemorating Patels 150th birth anniversary. Singh said Nehru [] The post Nehru Wanted Babri Masjid Built With Public Funds But Sardar Patel Blocked His Plan: Rajnath Singh appeared first on Northlines .
Step-by-Step Guide to maximise returns and liquidity using Fixed Deposit laddering
Fixed deposit (FD) laddering is a strategy where you split a lump sum into several FDs with different maturity dates. The Fixed Deposit interest rate across multiple FDs may vary depending on various factors. An FD ladder is an effective investment strategy that allows you to access a certain part of your funds in need without breaking the fund entirely. Using an FD Interest Calculator can help you estimate the returns for each FD in the ladder, see how compounding [] The post Step-by-Step Guide to maximise returns and liquidity using Fixed Deposit laddering appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC gives bail to ex-Rajasthan minister in money laundering case
NEW DELHI:The Supreme Court on Wednesday gave bail to Congress leader and former Rajasthan minister Mahesh Joshi in a money laundering case linked to alleged irregularities in the Jal Jeevan Mission scheme. A bench of Justices Dipankar Datta and Augustine George Masih passed the order on an appeal filed by Joshi challenging the Rajasthan High []
Oppn leaders meet in Parliament to discuss joint strategy
NEW DELHI: (Dec 3) Leaders of several opposition parties met in Parliament on Wednesday to discuss their joint strategy for the Winter Session. Floor leaders of various parties, including the Congress, DMK, RJD, SP, JMM, CPI-M, CPI, IUML, NCP-SP, and SS-UBT, attended the meeting, while Trinamool Congress (TMC) skipped it. The TMC was also absent from the last meeting of Opposition leaders, held on December 1 the first day of the winter session. The post Oppn leaders meet in Parliament to discuss joint strategy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Red Fort Blast Case: Senior Advocate Madhav Khurana Appointed as Special Public Prosecutor
NEW DELHI, Dec 2: The Union Home Ministry on Tuesday appointed senior advocate Madhav Khurana as the special public prosecutor (SPP) to conduct the trial and related proceedings in the November 10 Red Fort car blast case that claimed 15 lives, a government order said. According to the order, Khurana will serve as SPP for [] The post Red Fort Blast Case: Senior Advocate Madhav Khurana Appointed as Special Public Prosecutor appeared first on Northlines .
Delhi MCD bypolls: BJP wins 7 wards, AAP 3, Congress opens account
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J&K: Two Dead, Three Injured in Rajouri Accident
Rajouri, Dec 3: Two people lost their lives and three others were injured in a road accident on the Chingus stretch of the Rajouri highway on Wednesday morning, officials said. According to officials, the vehicle skidded off the road early in the day, leading to the fatal mishap. Two occupants died on the spot, while [] The post J&K: Two Dead, Three Injured in Rajouri Accident appeared first on Northlines .
Government Pushes For Wider Health Insurance Coverage Under Ayushman Bharat
Indias healthcare landscape is changing, and health protection is moving from being a luxury to a basic household priority. With Ayushman Bharat, the government is encouraging more families to think seriously about structured medical cover and long-term planning. Public schemes can offer a strong starting point, but they do not remove the need for thoughtful decisions at home. As families deal with rising medical costs and lifestyle-related conditions, choosing the right mix of protection becomes even more critical. Against this [] The post Government Pushes For Wider Health Insurance Coverage Under Ayushman Bharat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar to Chair First PostDarbar Move Cabinet Meet in Jammu Today
SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah is scheduled to chair the first cabinet meeting in Jammu after the annual Darbar move today, with the Cabinet Sub Committees report on reservation figuring as a key agenda item. Official sources said the meeting will take place in the Civil Secretariat Jammu. The cabinet is expected to deliberate on []
Over 4 Lakh Youth Trained in Jammu Kashmir Under Skill India Mission: Centre
SRINAGAR: The Centre on Tuesday said 4,29,954 (four lakh twenty nine thousand, nine hundred and fifty-four) youth were trained in Jammu and Kashmir under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) as part of the Skill India Mission (SIM), while multiple other centrally sponsored schemes continue to operate for reskilling and upskilling in the Union []
NEW YORK/WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has brokered several peace deals, including the very dangerous ones like India and Pakistan, and deserves tremendous credit for reshaping Americas foreign policy, Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said. During a Cabinet meeting at the White House on Tuesday, Rubio said for the first time in decades, American []
Tral, Pulwama Face Fresh Water Crisis Fears as Dry Spell Drains Springs
SRINAGAR: A prolonged and unprecedented dry spell in Kashmir has pushed water levels in major water bodies to alarming lows, triggering fresh fears of a drinking water crisis across several pockets of Kashmir. Residents in many areas of Pulwama and Tralwho witnessed springs go completely dry last yearhave urged authorities to step in with alternative []
Jammu Kashmir Continues as Green India Mission Hub, Says Centre
SRINAGAR: The Union government said Jammu and Kashmir continues to be one of the implementing regions of the country under the National Mission for a Green India (GIM) with afforestation and ecosystem restoration activities undertaken in selected landscapes during the last five years. In a written reply to Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Environment, []
Two Killed, Three Injured In Pre-dawn Road Accident In Rajouri
Jammu: Two people lost their lives and three others sustained injuries after a vehicle they were travelling in collided with a parapet near Chingus in Rajouri district during the pre-dawn hours on Wednesday. Officials said that a Swift car (JK12D 7568) was on its way from Jammu towards Rajouri when it rammed into a parapet []
Rural Traffic Kashmir Collects Rs 10 Cr in Fines This Year
SRINAGAR: SSP Rural Traffic Kashmir, Ravinder Pal Singh, said the traffic wing has issued nearly three lakh challans this year, generating revenue of over Rs 10 crore. SSP Pal said the strict enforcement of the traffic department and wider public cooperation have led to a 30-35 percent decline in accidents and fatalities in comparison to []
Kashmir Reels Under Nearly 500 MW Power Deficit
SRINAGAR: The Power Development Department (PDD) is facing a shortage of nearly 500 Megawatts (MWs) to meet the actual power demand in Kashmir valley plunging residents facing into extended blackouts. An official said that The actual peak power demand in Kashmir is at least 2400 MWs but the local Discom (Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited []
Jammu Kashmir: Two Killed, Three Injured in Highway Road Accident
SRINAGAR: Two persons were killed and three others sustained injuries in a road accident on the Chingus stretch of the Rajouri highway on Wednesday morning, officials said. Officials said that the accident occurred early in the day when a vehicle skidded off the road, resulting in the fatalities. Two individuals died on the spot, while []
Trump says he doesnt want Somalis in US, urges them to go back to their homeland and fix it
WASHINGTON:President Donald Trump on Tuesday said he did not want Somali immigrants in the US, saying residents of the war-ravaged eastern African country are too reliant on US social safety net and add little to the United States. Trumps contemptuous description of the entire immigrant community is the latest example of him pointedly attacking the []
JKSA hails MP Tankha for introducing private members Bill on rehabilitation of KPs in RS
Seeks support of political parties on return, rehabilitation of Kashmiri Pandits SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Tuesday hailed Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament Vivek Tankha for his historic initiative in championing the Kashmiri Pandits (Recourse, Restitution, Rehabilitation and Resettlement) Bill, 2022 in the Rajya Sabha. The Association said that this moment []
IUST launches official newsletter to foster academic engagement
AWANTIPORA: The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) unveiled its official Newsletter on Tuesday, marking a significant step towards strengthening communication and fostering academic engagement. The Newsletter was launched at the celebration ceremony for the 6th National Water Award received by IUST from the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India. Published by Department []
MLA Shameem Firdous launches key drainage projects
Visits Khanqah-e-Moula shrine, assures support to fire-affected families SRINAGAR: J&K National Conference State Womens Wing President and MLA Habbakadal Shameema Firdous Tuesday undertook an extensive public outreach programme in Srinagar, reaffirming her commitment to improving civic infrastructure and addressing community concerns. She laid the foundation stone for two vital drainage projects aimed at easing long-pending []
NC leaders condole demise of educationistpoet Mahmoob Nowgami
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Legislators Mushtaq Guroo and Ali Muhammad Dar have expressed profound grief over the demise of noted educationist and poet Muhammad Shafi, popularly known as Mahmoob Nowgami. In their joint condolence message, the leaders described the late Mahmoob Nowgami as an inspiring educationist, a distinguished literary figure, and a []
CS pushes for modernization of KU & JU Music & Fine Arts Institutes
JAMMU: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo on Tuesday chaired a meeting to review the ongoing expansion and augmentation plans for the Institutes of Music & Fine Arts associated with the University of Kashmir and the University of Jammu. The meeting was attended by the Additional Chief Secretary, Higher Education Department; Vice Chancellors of the two Universities; []
J&K designates JKBOSE as standards authority for UT
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday designated the Board of School Education as the State School Standards Authority for the Union territory, in accordance with the provisions of the National Education Policy 2020. An order issued by the Under Secretary in the School Education Department, Thanaji Bhat, said the decision is aimed at []
IUST celebrates National Water Award win
AWANTIPORA: The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) on Tuesday organized a special get-together to celebrate the Universitys receipt of the prestigious 6th National Water Award in the category of Best Institution (other than school or college). The award, conferred by the President of India, Droupadi Murmu, in November 2025 at Vigyan Bhawan, New []
PSAJK president expresses condolence with Masoodi family
SRINAGAR: President Private Schools Association Jammu & Kashmir Nazr-ul-Islam Baba expressed profound grief and deep sorrow over the demise of the mother of renowned educationists Ajaz Masoodi (Chairman Netherfield School), Showkat Masoodi (Former PRO, University of Kashmir) and Latif Masoodi (CEO UnAcademy), who passed away on Tuesday. In his condolence message, Nazr-ul-Islam Baba said []
Indias BonV Aero Drone Manufacturers secure top Defence award
LEH: Indian aerospace start-up BonV Aero has been honoured with the SIDM Champion Award (Special Jury) for innovation in defence technology. The award, presented by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi, acknowledges the firms indigenous work in heavy-lift, high-altitude drone systems designed to address critical defence capability gaps. The companys technology has been validated []
India rely on Kohli, Rohit pair to seal ODI series victory against doughty SA
RAIPUR, Dec 2:The chatter around the volatile dressing room environment notwithstanding, India will rely on Virat Kohlis imperious form and Rohit Sharmas indomitable presence to seal a series victory over a doughty South Africa in the second ODI, here on Wednesday. A record-extending 52nd ODI century by Kohli and a rapid 57 from Rohit paved the way for Indias 17-run win in the series-opener at Ranchi, where the home bowlers endured a spirited fightback from the Proteas before managing to [] The post India rely on Kohli, Rohit pair to seal ODI series victory against doughty SA appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC sharply questions legal status of Rohingyas living in India
Can intruders be given red carpet welcome? NEW DELHI, Dec 2: The Supreme Court on Tuesday sharply questioned the legal status of Rohingyas living in India and asked whether intruders should be given a red carpet welcome while the countrys own citizens grapple with poverty. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi made sharp observations while hearing a habeas corpus (bring the person) petition filed by rights activist Rita [] The post SC sharply questions legal status of Rohingyas living in India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rs 1 lakh crore fund to catalyse partnership between Government, investors: Dr Jitendra
Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Dec 2: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology; Minister of State for Earth Sciences; MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Department of Atomic Energy and Department of Space, Dr Jitendra Singh today said that the next major global revolution will be bio-driven, and that India is uniquely positioned to lead this transformation on the strength of its deep-tech capabilities, robust startup ecosystem and rising domestic institutional capital. In an exclusive FireChat session [] The post Rs 1 lakh crore fund to catalyse partnership between Government, investors: Dr Jitendra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Tamil getting its rightful place of honour: Vice President Radhakrishnan
NEW DELHI, Dec 2: Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Tuesday said that Tamil is receiving its rightful place of honour and continued national support. In a video message for the fourth edition of the Kashi Tamil Sangamam, the vice president welcomed this years theme, Let us learn Tamil, which, he said, reinforces linguistic and cultural harmony. He also appreciated the initiative of 50 Hindi-speaking Tamil teachers and coordinators, trained by the Central Institute of Classical Tamil in Chennai, who [] The post Tamil getting its rightful place of honour: Vice President Radhakrishnan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt invites Oppn leaders for discussion to end SIR logjam
Kharge, Sonia, Rahul join protest NEW DELHI, Dec 2: With vociferous Opposition protests over the SIR stalling Parliament proceedings for a second day, the Government on Tuesday told both Houses that it has invited leaders from various parties for talks to end the stalemate, but stressed that no timeline be set for the discussion. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Speaking in the Lok Sabha, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said the Government was willing to discuss any issue [] The post Govt invites Oppn leaders for discussion to end SIR logjam appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CS reviews implementation of 4 new Labour Codes
*Pushes for modernization of KU & JU Music & Fine Arts Institutes Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 2: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level meeting to review the implementation status of the four new Labour Codes, one of Indias most significant labour reforms aimed at simplifying compliance systems and improving worker welfare across Jammu & Kashmir. The meeting was attended by the Secretary Labour & Employment, Secretary IT, Secretary Law, Labour Commissioner, Director Industries & Commerce Jammu and other [] The post CS reviews implementation of 4 new Labour Codes appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
South Asian boyhood drama pushes back against surveillance and stigma in Britain
MARRAKECH (Morocco), Dec 2: When Dhiraj Mahey and his team sent out an open call for talent last year to play a South Asian-origin boy in their new film, little did they know their movie would soon become a movement. We received 1,000 audition tapes, beams Mahey, a British-Indian producer with roots in Uttar Pradesh, about the remarkable response to their project featuring a bevy of brown-skinned children. The film, modestly titled Ish, was about South Asian children growing up [] The post South Asian boyhood drama pushes back against surveillance and stigma in Britain appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Anekha receives grand reception in Jammu
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 2: Jammu and Kashmirs pride, Anekha Devi from Bani, Kathua, was accorded a grand reception by the Yuva Rajput Sabha (YRS) and Amar Singh Sports and Youth Initiative J&K for her stellar performance in the Womens T20 Blind World Cup, where India emerged victorious. At a ceremony held at the Maharaja Hari Singh Statue, Tawi Bridge, several YRS members, supporters of Anekha Devi and local admirers honoured her for her achievement. Prominent YRS leaders, including [] The post Anekha receives grand reception in Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Raising of bunkers on but priority is to ensure that situation stays normal: CM
Condition of roads not good due to construction work *Pay for grant, land; then change University rules Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Dec 2: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said construction of the bunkers in forward areas is underway but priority is to ensure that situation on the borders remains calm. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp In brief chat with media persons during his visit to twin border districts of Poonch and Rajouri, Omar said work is on for construction [] The post Raising of bunkers on but priority is to ensure that situation stays normal: CM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India-EU FTA will be game-changer for Finlands partnership with India: Ambassador
MUMBAI, Dec 2: Finland Ambassador to India Kimmo Lahdevirta on Tuesday expressed hope that the soon-to-be-concluded Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union will be a game-changer for his countrys partnership with Maharashtra state, which accounts for nearly one-third of the total Finnish companies in the country. Lahdevirta, who led a high-level delegation of Finnish companies on a strategic two-day visit to Mumbai on December 1-2, also said that the two sides share a long-standing and [] The post India-EU FTA will be game-changer for Finlands partnership with India: Ambassador appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Disaster mitigation: J&K reported Rs 2499 Cr opening balance in UTDRF as on Apr 1, says Govt
Rs 1046.25 Cr provided under DRF in last 4 yrs Bivek Mathur JAMMU, Dec 2: The Union Government today informed the Parliament that the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir had an opening balance of Rs 2,499 crore in the Union Territory Disaster Response Fund (UTDRF) as on April 1, 2025. The amount is available for managing relief and response to notified natural disasters during 2025-26. The information was shared by the Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Nityanand [] The post Disaster mitigation: J&K reported Rs 2499 Cr opening balance in UTDRF as on Apr 1, says Govt appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SMAT: J&K thrashes Chandigarh by 29 runs
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 2: Jammu & Kashmir inched closer to a knockout berth in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Elite Group B after securing a commanding 29-run victory over Chandigarh at the Jadavpur University Campus Ground, Kolkata. With this impressive win, J&K registered their third triumph in four matches, strengthening their position in the group standings. Opting to bowl first, Chandigarh were met with a fierce batting display by J&K, who posted a formidable 192 all out in [] The post SMAT: J&K thrashes Chandigarh by 29 runs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
How Administrative Tone Shapes Democracy
Dr Ashwani Kumar ashwinsociology@gmail.com Democracy is often described in terms of constitutional rights, elections, and institutions. Yet most citizens encounter democracy in a far more ordinary way: through the tone of the state. The way an official speaks, listens, responds, or dismisses becomes the everyday language through which people judge whether the state respects them. Tone may appear like a small detail, but it quietly reflects the moral quality of governance. It signals whether the state sees citizens as equals [] The post How Administrative Tone Shapes Democracy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Truth skipped in Shri Mata Vaishno Devi admissions debate
Facts Dont Lie Dr Varinder Sharma drvarindersharmabjp@gmail.com Former Chief Minister Omar Abdullahs recent claim that merit, not religion guides MBBS admissions at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME) has triggered widespread debate. But more importantly, it has exposed deep inconsistencies and a worrying willingness to mislead the public on an issue that affects the future of hundreds of hardworking medical aspirants. Omar Abdullahs statement that admissions should be based solely on merit, not religion appears progressive on [] The post Truth skipped in Shri Mata Vaishno Devi admissions debate appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DC Bandipora reviews functioning of Ajar Grid Station
Excelsior Correspondent BANDIPORA, Dec 2: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, today conducted a series of inspections across the district to assess the progress of key developmental projects and review critical power infrastructure. The visit commenced with the inspection of the Construction of Residential Apartments for PRIs/ Protected Persons at Watapora Bandipora, a major infrastructure project being executed by the Public Works Department (PWD). The project, with an original cost of 614.37 lakh, is currently under execution and is [] The post DC Bandipora reviews functioning of Ajar Grid Station appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Promoting inclusion with Physiotherapy
World Disability Day Dr Sonia Gupta soniaguptapt@gmail.com Every year, World Disability Day-also known as the International Day of Persons with Disabilities-is observed on December 3rd to promote understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights, and well-being of persons with disabilities. The theme for 2025, Advancing Accessibility and Inclusion Through Technology and Rehabilitation, carries special relevance for Jammu & Kashmir, where a significant proportion of the population is affected by disability due to trauma, age-related conditions, congenital [] The post Promoting inclusion with Physiotherapy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Aijaz Asad reviews Centrally Sponsored Schemes of RDD & PR Department
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 2: Secretary, Rural Development Department (RDD) and Panchayati Raj, Mohammad Aijaz Asad, today conducted a comprehensive review of all Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS) being implemented by the department across the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting was attended by DG Rural Sanitation Anu Malhotra; Mission Director NRLM Shubhra Sharma; Director RDD Jammu Shahnaz Akhter; Director Panchayati Raj Sham Lal; Director Finance Umar Khan; CEO IWMP Rajnish Kumar; COO Himayat Rajneesh Gupta; Joint Director Planning [] The post Aijaz Asad reviews Centrally Sponsored Schemes of RDD & PR Department appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sakeena Itoo launches CUJs Department of Performing Arts
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 02: Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, today officially launched the Department of Performing Arts of Cluster University of Jammu (CUJ) besides releasing the official logo of the department in a grand celebration held at Abhinav Theatre here today. Addressing the gathering on the occasion, Sakeena Itoo highlighted that the inauguration marks a significant expansion of universitys academic and cultural landscape, aimed at nurturing the young talent in music, theatre, dance [] The post Sakeena Itoo launches CUJs Department of Performing Arts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Police rescues 14 bovines, seizes bus, TATA 407 used for smuggling of animals
Excelsior Correspondent SAMBA, Dec 2: Samba police has foiled two bovine smuggling attempts in the jurisdiction of Police Station (PS) Ghagwal and rescued 14 bovines from the clutches of bovine smugglers. The vehicles Tata- 407 and a passenger bus have been seized which were being used by bovine smugglers for illegal transportation of milch animals. Police said acting on information received from reliable sources, a team of Police Station (PS) Ghagwal has intercepted a passenger bus bearing Registration Number JK02CN-9009 [] The post Police rescues 14 bovines, seizes bus, TATA 407 used for smuggling of animals appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
