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Bihar Man Gets Life Term in Ganderbal POCSO Case
SRINAGAR: District Police Ganderbal on Monday secured life imprisonment for a man convicted under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, with the court also awarding additional sentences and fines under the Indian Penal Code. Officials said the accused, Varinder Thakur of Sariswa village in Bihar, was convicted by the Principal Sessions Court, Ganderbal, []
CSIR-IIIM Jammu celebrates its 85th Foundation Day, inks new industry pacts
Jammu: The CSIRIndian Institute of Integrative Medicine (IIIM), Jammu, on Monday celebrated its 85th Foundation Day with enthusiasm and a renewed commitment to scientific innovation. The event brought together senior scientists, dignitaries, and researchers who reflected on the institutes eight-decade-long journey and its expanding national footprint. Former Director of CSIR-CFTRI Mysuru, Dr. Sridevi Annapurna Singh, graced the ceremony as the Chief Guest, while Dr. Kannan Srinivasan, Director of CSIR-CSMCRI Bhavnagar, attended as the Guest of Honour. The celebration was presided [] The post CSIR-IIIM Jammu celebrates its 85th Foundation Day, inks new industry pacts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CSIR-IIIM Organizes Curtain Raiser of IISF 2025
Jammu: The CSIR -Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM), Jammu, successfully organized the Curtain Raiser and Outreach Event of the 11th India International Science Festival (IISF)-2025. The event showcased a series of inspiring and engaging activities, setting the stage for the 11th IISF-2024, scheduled to take place at Panchkula from 6th-9th December 2025. Prof. Pawanesh Abrol, Vice President of VIBHA (J&K) and Professor and former HOD, Department of Computer Sciences, University of Jammu was the chief guest. Dr Zabeer Ahmed, [] The post CSIR-IIIM Organizes Curtain Raiser of IISF 2025 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Lieutenant Governor Joins National Padyatra of the Sardar@150 Unity March at Vadodara
Jammu, 1 Dec : Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today joined the Sardar@150 Unity March (Padyatra) at Vadodara, Gujarat. The National Padyatra, which began at Sardar Patels family home in Karamsad, will cover nearly 190 km in 11 days, and will conclude at the Statue of Unity on 6th December. Addressing the event on the theme Kashmir, Hyderabad and Sardar, the Lieutenant Governor said Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel would have ensured complete and irreversible integration of Jammu Kashmir if he had [] The post Lieutenant Governor Joins National Padyatra of the Sardar@150 Unity March at Vadodara appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NC MLA Terms Sunil Sharma Fascist, Communal, Anti-Muslim in Admission Row
SRINAGAR: National Conference leader and MLA Beerwah, Dr Shafi Ahmed Wani, on Monday launched a sharp attack on BJP leader and Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma over his remarks on the admission of Muslim students at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, saying the issue exposes what he described as a divisive and ideological mind-set. Reacting []
UK leader Keir Starmer backs his Treasury chief over claims she misled public about economy
LONDON, Dec 1: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday defended his Treasury chief against opposition claims that she misled the public and the markets about the state of the public finances before last weeks budget. Starmer said there was no misleading in the run-up to Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves tax-hiking budget, which the government hopes will raise money to reduce government borrowing, invest in infrastructure and public services, ease the cost of living and spur elusive [] The post UK leader Keir Starmer backs his Treasury chief over claims she misled public about economy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC Declines Pleas to Extend Deadline for Waqf Property Registration
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday refused to entertain petitions seeking an extension of the six-month deadline for registering Waqf properties under the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, directing applicants to approach the Waqf Tribunal instead. A bench of Justices Dipankar Datta and Augustine George Masih said that since the Act provides a remedy before [] The post SC Declines Pleas to Extend Deadline for Waqf Property Registration appeared first on Northlines .
ACB files chargesheet against then PCC Scientist-C in Srinagar bribery case
Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Monday filed a charge sheet against Dr. Bilquees Ara Sidique, then in-charge Scientist-C at the Pollution Control Committee (PCC) Srinagar, in a bribery case. According to an ACB statement the charge sheet in FIR No. 02/2024 under Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act []
Govt Orders Mandatory Pre-Installed Cyber Safety App On All New Phones
New Delhi: In a sweeping cybersecurity move, the telecom ministry has ordered all smartphone manufacturers to pre-install the governments Sanchar Saathi app on new devices sold in India, with no option for users to delete or disable it, Reuters reported. The directive aims to curb cyber fraud, phone theft and misuse of fake or cloned [] The post Govt Orders Mandatory Pre-Installed Cyber Safety App On All New Phones appeared first on Northlines .
Market Chaos in Kashmir as Essential Prices Surge, Oversight Missing
SRINAGAR: Prices of essential commodities continue to spiral across the Kashmir Valley, with consumers accusing the administration of abandoning market regulation and allowing traders to operate without oversight. Despite the SrinagarJammu highway remaining open, food prices have surged to record levels, raising questions over the governments ability to monitor supply lines or enforce any form []
Thwarted all LoC infiltration attempts, delivered major blow in Op Sindoor: IG BSF
Srinagar, Dec 1: The Border Security Forces Kashmir Frontier on Monday said it not only foiled every infiltration attempt along the Line of Control in close coordination with the Army, but also delivered a high-impact offensive through Operation Sindoor, whose first phase in May saw precision fire assaults on Pakistani posts and terror launch pads, [] The post Thwarted all LoC infiltration attempts, delivered major blow in Op Sindoor: IG BSF appeared first on Northlines .
Lok Sabha passes Manipur Goods and Services Tax (Second Amendment) Bill
New Delhi: The Lok Sabha on Monday passed the Manipur GST Bill to replace an Ordinance promulgated to implement the GST 2.0 reforms in the North-Eastern state, amid protests from the Opposition on the SIR issue. The Lok Sabha passed The Manipur Goods and Services Tax (Second Amendment) Bill, 2025, after a brief discussion and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Syria to reopen embassy in Ankara amid renewed diplomatic moves
ANKARA, Dec 1: Syria is preparing to reopen its embassy in Ankara and its consulate general in Gaziantep in the near future, the pro-government Turkish daily Milliyet reported Monday, citing diplomatic sources. According to the report, the reopening of the Syrian Consulate General in Gaziantep has already been placed on the official agenda, and preparations are actively underway to restore operations at the Syrian Embassy in Ankara. As part of the broader normalization efforts, Turkey has appointed Deputy Foreign Minister [] The post Syria to reopen embassy in Ankara amid renewed diplomatic moves appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Death toll in Hong Kong apartment complex fire rises to 151
HONG KONG, Dec 1: Hong Kong authorities on Monday said the death toll from a deadly apartment complex blaze has risen to 151 after more bodies were found. Tsang Shuk-yin, the head of Hong Kong polices casualty enquiry unit, told reporters at the scene that teams had located another five bodies during searches throughout the day. They also recovered the bodies of three people who had already been found by firefighters but could not immediately be retrieved. The blaze [] The post Death toll in Hong Kong apartment complex fire rises to 151 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sri Lankas opposition walks out of Parliament over floods disaster
COLOMBO, Dec 1: Sri Lankas main opposition party, the SJB, walked out of Parliament here on Monday to protest the Governments refusal to extend the session to discuss the aftermath of the Cyclone Ditwah disaster that left over 300 dead. Kabir Hashim, from the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB), said they wanted to place on record the lack of preparedness of the Anura Kumara Dissanayake-led government despite pre warnings of severe weather hitting the island. The National Peoples Power (NPP) [] The post Sri Lankas opposition walks out of Parliament over floods disaster appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
262 Army cadets from Kashmir pass out from JKLIR centre in Udhampur
JAMMU:Over 250 Army recruits from Jammu and Kashmir were formally inducted into the Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry (JKLI) regiment on Monday. The 262 young cadets from Kashmir districts such as Kupwara, Baramulla, Budgam and Srinagar, took oath as soldiers and pledged to defend the nation. Lieutenant General P K Mishra, General Officer Commanding (GOC) []
Rupee falls 8 paise to close at 89.53 against US dollar
MUMBAI, Dec 1: The rupee depreciated 8 paise to close at 89.53 (provisional) against the US dollar on Monday, fuelled by strong market demand for the American currency. Forex traders said the sustained weakness in the rupee is primarily attributable to a widening trade deficit, the delayed India-US trade deal, and limited central bank intervention. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 89.45, then lost its ground and fell to a record low of 89.79 (provisional) [] The post Rupee falls 8 paise to close at 89.53 against US dollar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Trump says will release MRI results; doesnt know what part of body was scanned
WASHINGTON, Dec 1:President Donald Trump said Sunday that he would release the results of his MRI test that he received in October. If you want to have it released, Ill release it, the president said during an exchange with reporters as he travelled back to Washington from Florida. He said the results of the MRI were perfect. The White House has so far declined to detail why Trump had an MRI during his physical last month, or on what [] The post Trump says will release MRI results; doesnt know what part of body was scanned appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir: GI-Tagged Sulai Honey Draws Spotlight After Prime Ministers Mention
SRINAGAR: Rambans famed Sulai honey received a boost after Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted it in his Mann Ki Baat address, saying the product has been steadily gaining recognition across the country since being awarded the Geographical Indication tag. The Prime Minister stated that the government has observed the unique characteristics of the hilly terrain []
Thwarted all LoC infiltration attempts,delivered major blow in Operation Sindoor: BSF
Srinagar , Dec 1:The Border Security Forces Kashmir Frontier on Monday said it not only foiled every infiltration attempt along the Line of Control in close coordination with the Army, but also delivered a high-impact offensive through Operation Sindoor, whose first phase in May saw precision fire assaults on Pakistani posts and terror launch pads, inflicting heavy damage. Addressing the annual press conference at Humhama on the outskirts of Srinagar, IG BSF Kashmir Frontier Ashok Yadav said the force has [] The post Thwarted all LoC infiltration attempts,delivered major blow in Operation Sindoor: BSF appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Over 2.04 lakh pvt companies closed down in last 5 years: Govt
NEW DELHI, Dec 1: The Government on Monday said 2,04,268 private companies have closed down during the last five years. These companies have been shut down on account of amalgamation, conversion, dissolution and struck off from the records under the Companies Act, 2013. According to data provided in a written reply by Minister of State for Corporate Affairs Harsh Malhotra to Lok Sabha, 20,365 private companies were closed down in 2024-25 while the count was at 21,181 and 83,452 [] The post Over 2.04 lakh pvt companies closed down in last 5 years: Govt appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Policeman killed, three others injured in suicide bombing in northwest Pak
PESHAWAR, Dec 1: A policeman was killed and three others were injured in a suicide attack near a police vehicle in northwest Pakistans restive Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Monday, police said. The incident occurred in the Lakki Marwat district when a police van from the Tajori police station came under attack when a suicide bomber detonated himself near the vehicle, officials said. Head Constable Alauddin died in the explosion. The injured cops were rushed to the hospital. The attackers accomplice [] The post Policeman killed, three others injured in suicide bombing in northwest Pak appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J-K: FDA boosts food safety surveillance with over 13,000 inspections in 2025
JAMMU: Concerned by adulteration and ensuring the availability of safe and hygienic food across Jammu and Kashmir, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has conducted 13,944 routine inspections in 2025, leading to case registrations, prosecutions, and imposition of penalties against violators. During the inspections, the FDA collected 10,620 surveillance against the annual target of 7,080 []
Abhivyakti-7 breaks records with 4.5 lakh visitors
AHMEDABAD, Dec 1: The seventh edition of Abhivyakti The City Arts Project, supported by Torrent Groups UNM Foundation, concluded with a record footfall of more than 4.5 lakh visitors, reinforcing its position as a major cultural event in Ahmedabad. Held from November 13 to 30 across three venues Shreyas Foundation, Gujarat University and ATIRA Edition 7 showcased a wide spectrum of artistic expression under the theme Stories Waiting to be Told, according to a press statement [] The post Abhivyakti-7 breaks records with 4.5 lakh visitors appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Elekta brings adaptive radiation therapy to India with Evo
NEW DELHI, Dec 1: Precision radiation therapy major Elekta has introduced its latest CT-based linear accelerator, Evo, to the Indian market to provide high-definition AI-enhanced imaging capabilities to clinicians. The product has already been launched in Europe and other regions, the company said in a statement on Monday. Evo brings high-definition AI-enhanced imaging, and its adaptive radiation therapy capabilities will enable clinicians to choose the most suitable radiation therapy technique for each patient. Evo was showcased for the first [] The post Elekta brings adaptive radiation therapy to India with Evo appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indias success not given; youth need to come out of chill mode to achieve newer heights: Kotak
MUMBAI, Dec 1: Indias success is not a given, and the youth ought to come out of their chill mode to take the country to newer heights, financial services sector veteran Uday Kotak said on Monday. Speaking at Somaiya Vidyavihar Universitys 84th foundation day event, the billionaire banker advised the youth to strive for success. The current generation of youngsters is more secure and confident unlike the previous one which worked hard for the betterment of the nation, Kotak [] The post Indias success not given; youth need to come out of chill mode to achieve newer heights: Kotak appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar Hails Ramzans Rajya Sabha Push for Jammu Kashmir Statehood
SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday welcomed National Conference leader Chowdhary Mohammad Ramzans intervention in the Rajya Sabha, where the issue of restoring statehood to Jammu and Kashmir was raised on the opening day of the Parliament session. First day first show. Well done to @JKNC_ Leader of the party in the Rajya Sabha []
Elected Govt Powerless in Jammu Kashmir, Says NC MP in Rajya Sabha
SRINAGAR: National Conference leader and Rajya Sabha MP Chowdhary Mohd Ramzan on Monday said the elected government in Jammu and Kashmir has been left with no powers, insisting that all authority lies with the Lieutenant Governor. Delivering his maiden address in the Upper House after being elected, the MP, according to Kashmir News Observer, said []
Police Solve Fatal Hit-and-Run Case in Two Hours In Kulgam
Srinagar: Police on Monday said that it have successfully solved a fatal hit-and-run case within two hours of the incident. In a handout, the police said that earlier today, a road accident occurred at Nipora, Mirbazar, in which Ab. Ahad Khanday S/o Ab. Khaliq Khanday, aged 87 years and resident of Nipora Mirbazar, was hit []
Police Solve Fatal Hit-and-Run Case Within Two Hours in South Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Police have successfully solved a fatal hit-and-run case within two hours of the incident in Kulgam area of South Kashmir. Earlier today, a road accident occurred at Nipora, Mirbazar, in which Abdul Ahad Khanday son of Abdul Khaliq Khanday, (aged 87 years) resident of Nipora Mirbazar, was hit by an unknown vehicle while crossing []
The Ad Agency That Thinks Like a Brand: How Flora Fountain Helps Businesses Scale Smarter
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Elected government powerless in J&K: NC MP in Rajya Sabha
New Delhi: National Conference leader and Rajya Sabha MP Chowdhary Mohd Ramzan on Monday said that the elected government in Jammu and Kashmir has been left with no powers, and that all the authority rests with the Lieutenant Governor. Speaking during his maiden address after being elected to the Upper House, the MP, said that []
4 infiltrations reported at LoC this year, 8 militants killed, 5 pushed back: BSF IG
Srinagar: The Border Security Force (BSF) on Monday said infiltration attempts along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Kashmir Frontier declined this year, with only four attempts reported so far. Of these, two attempts were made before the Operation Sindoor and two after it. Addressing a press conference at []
Nepal extends USD 200,000 assistance for flood-hit Sri Lanka
KATHMANDU, Dec 1: Nepal has extended an economic aid of USD 200,000 for relief and rescue operations in flood-hit Sri Lanka, underlining that it stands firmly with the island nation in this difficult time. Sri Lanka has been grappling with widespread flooding, landslides and infrastructure collapse triggered by Cyclone Ditwah, leaving several districts isolated and severely straining the countrys disaster-response capacity. As of Sunday, 334 people have been killed, with 370 missing, in catastrophic floods and landslides caused by [] The post Nepal extends USD 200,000 assistance for flood-hit Sri Lanka appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ATF price hiked by 5.4 pc, commercial LPG rates cut
NEW DELHI, Dec 1: Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices were raised by 5.4 per cent on Monday, while commercial LPG rates were cut by Rs 10 per cylinder as state-owned oil companies announced their monthly price revision in line with global trends. ATF prices in Delhi increased by Rs 5,133.75 per kilolitre to Rs 99,676.77 per kl, marking the third consecutive monthly hike, according to state-owned fuel retailers. Rates had risen by about 1 per cent on November 1 [] The post ATF price hiked by 5.4 pc, commercial LPG rates cut appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
3 BLA militants killed as Pak forces foil attack on FC headquarters in Balochistan
KARACHI, Dec 1: Three militants of the banned Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) were killed as security personnel foiled an attack on the headquarters of a paramilitary force in Pakistans restive Balochistan province, officials said on Monday. The incident took place on Sunday night in the Nokundi town of Chagai district when the militants attempted to storm the headquarters of Frontier Corps (FC) after a suicide bomber detonated himself at the main gate, a spokesperson of the paramilitary force said. At [] The post 3 BLA militants killed as Pak forces foil attack on FC headquarters in Balochistan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mahindra sales up 19 pc YoY in November
NEW DELHI, Dec 1: Mahindra & Mahindra on Monday said its total sales increased 19 per cent year-on-year to 92,670 units in November. In the passenger vehicle segment, the company sold 56,336 vehicles in the domestic market, a growth of 22 per cent over 46,222 units in the year-ago period, Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) said in a statement. The domestic sales for commercial vehicles stood at 24,843, a growth of 17 per cent year-on-year, it added. Mahindra & Mahindras [] The post Mahindra sales up 19 pc YoY in November appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ola Electric launches pan-India in-app service appointment under Hyperservice initiative
NEW DELHI, Dec 1: Ola Electric on Monday announced the nationwide rollout of its in-app service appointment feature under its Hyperservice initiative, enabling customers to seamlessly schedule service for their vehicles. The new feature strengthens the companys commitment to delivering a transparent, convenient, and customer-first service experience. Designed to offer greater ease and accessibility, the in-app booking system allows users to choose preferred service slots, track service status, and manage all service-related needs directly within the Ola Electric app, [] The post Ola Electric launches pan-India in-app service appointment under Hyperservice initiative appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bajaj Auto domestic two-wheeler sales dip 1 pc YoY in November
NEW DELHI, Dec 1: Bajaj Auto on Monday reported 1 per cent year-on-year dip in domestic two-wheeler sales at 2,02,510 units in November as compared with 2,03,611 units in the year-ago period. The company reported a 8 per cent year-on-year growth in total vehicle wholesales, including exports, at 4,53,273 units in November. The Pune-based automaker had sold 4,21,640 vehicles in November last year, according to a regulatory filing. Total domestic sales (including commercial vehicles) increased 3 per cent to [] The post Bajaj Auto domestic two-wheeler sales dip 1 pc YoY in November appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indias mfg sector activity falls to 9-month low in Nov on softer rise in sales, production: PMI
NEW DELHI, Dec 1: Indias manufacturing sector activity eased to a nine-month low in November, mainly owing to softer rise in sales and production amid reports of challenging market conditions, a monthly report said on Monday. The seasonally adjusted HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) falling to 56.6 in November from 59.2 in October, highlighted the slowest improvement in operating conditions since February. In the Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) parlance, a print above 50 means expansion, while a [] The post Indias mfg sector activity falls to 9-month low in Nov on softer rise in sales, production: PMI appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Girl succumbs two days after self-immolation bid in Lal Chowk
Srinagar:A young girl who attempted self-immolation at Pratap Park in Srinagars Lal Chowk on Saturday succumbed to her injuries at SMHS Hospital on Monday morning, officials said. An official said the girl, in an apparent act of self-harm, had poured an inflammable substance on herself before setting herself ablaze. Bystanders, shocked by the incident, rushed []
Winter session Begins in Lok Sabha; Govt lists 13 Bills
Srinagar, Dec 1 : The Winter Session of Parliament began in the Lok Sabha on Monday with the government placing 13 Bills on its legislative agenda, including several that have not been reviewed by any Standing Committee. Officials said the Business Advisory Committee has already allocated time for major Bills and scheduled discussions. Key proposals lined up for the session include the Atomic Energy Bill, 2025, the Higher Education Commission of India Bill, amendments to National Highways and Corporate Laws, [] The post Winter session Begins in Lok Sabha; Govt lists 13 Bills appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Newly-elected MPs from J&K sworn in as Rajya Sabha members
Srinagar: Three newly elected Rajya Sabha members from Jammu & Kashmir were administered the oath of office by the Vice President and ex-officio Chairman of the House, C. P. Radhakrishnan, on Monday. National Conference leader Sajad Ahmad Kichloo was the first to take oath among MPs elected in the J&K Rajya Sabha polls. He chose []
South Kashmir: Police Seize Narcotics, Arrest Two
SRINAGAR: Police in south Kashmirs Pulwama district on Monday arrested two individuals and seized a large consignment of suspected narcotic substances during a routine naka operation at Rahmoo Bridge in Rajpora, officials said. A police party from Police Post Rahmoo was conducting routine checking when a suspicious Tata Mobile vehicle bearing registration number JK09D-7662 was []
Forest Fire Erupts in South Kashmirs Shopian
SRINAGAR: A forest fire broke out on Monday in the Chowan area of Keller belt in south Kashmirs Shopian district, triggering an immediate response from the Forest Department, police, and Fire and Emergency Services to contain the blaze and prevent its spread to nearby forest compartments and inhabited areas. Officials said the fire erupted in []
Fresh Snowfall at Zojila as Kashmir Freezes
SRINAGAR: Fresh light snowfall was recorded at Minimarg and the Zojila Pass on Monday as temperatures across Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh continued to remain below normal, with several places in the Valley settling in the sub-zero range. According to data compiled by Kashmir Weather, the minimum temperatures in the Kashmir region were: Srinagar minus []
NIA raids 8 locations in Kashmir in white-collar terror module case
SRINAGAR: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday carried out raids at eight locations in Pulwama, Shopian and Kulgam districts of Kashmir in connection with a white-collar terror module that was behind a car blast near Delhis Red Fort, officials said here. The NIA teams conducted searches at the residence of Moulvi Irfan Ahmad Wagay []
Parliament Begins Winter Session Today with 15 Sittings
SRINAGAR: The Winter Session of Parliament begins today, with a tense fortnight expected as the government prepares to table 14 Bills and the Opposition lines up a host of contentious issues for debate. With only 15 sittings scheduled, it is one of the shortest winter sessions in recent years, prompting sharp criticism from Opposition parties. []
NIA Raids Multiple Sites in Kashmir Over Delhi Blast Case
SRINAGAR: The National Investigation Agency on Monday carried out raids at about ten locations across the Kashmir Valley in connection with the Delhi blast case, sources said. Sources said that in connection with the Anti-Terror Agency conducted raids at about ten locations, including the houses of Moulvi Irfan Ahmad Wagay, Dr Adeel, Dr Muzamil and []
Congress accuses Modi-Shah of political vendetta
NEW DELHI: Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Sunday fiercely condemned Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, accusing them of waging a mischievous politics of harassment, intimidation, and vendetta against the partys leadership in connection with the National Herald money laundering case. Taking to the social media platform X, Ramesh dismissed the []
Delhi road audit finds high dust on 35 MCD stretches; NDMC, CPWD perform better: CAQM
NEW DELHI: As part of its intensified Operation Clean Air, the Commission for Air Quality Managements (CAQM) Flying Squad inspected 321 road stretches across Delhi, identifying 35 locations with high dust accumulation. The focused drive, conducted by 26 Flying Squads to assess the effectiveness of sweeping and dust-suppression efforts, found that while the New Delhi []
Delhis air quality improves from very poor to poor
NEW DELHI: With a slight improvement in the average air quality index on Sunday, Delhis AQI stepped down from very poor to poor category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board. National capitals average AQI levels witnessed a drop of 26 points, recording at 279 on Sunday against 305 recorded on Saturday. The key pollutant []
Vice Admiral Sanjay Sadhu takes over as Controller of Warship Production and Acquisition
NEW DELHI: Vice Admiral Sanjay Sadhu, a veteran officer who played a key role in the modernisation and acquisition of aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya from Russia, has assumed charge as the Controller of Warship Production and Acquisition. Prior to assuming charge as CWP&A, the Flag Officer served as the Programme Director, Advanced Technology Vessel Programme []
Foreign investors resume selling, pull out Rs 3,765 crore from Indian equities
NEW DELHI: Foreign investors resumed selling after a brief pause in October. As per the data with the repositories, resuming selling in November, they pulled out a net Rs 3,765 crore from Indian equities. The move was driven by global risk-off sentiment, volatility in global tech stocks and selective preference for primary markets over secondary []
Zohran special: Mamdani moves to shield NYCs small businesses from rising rents, closures
NEW YORK: Small businesses in New York City face mounting pressure and limited safeguards against soaring rents. And now newly elected mayor Zohran Mamdani has said that he is ready to protect them. In a video message posted on X, Mamdani shared what he called the final version of his plan for small businesses. Soon []
UKs Prince William moved by courage of Palestinian children
LONDON: The UKs Prince William was moved by the courage of Palestinian children evacuated from Gaza after visiting them in hospital. The first group of severely ill children from the war-torn enclave were evacuated to the UK in September for treatment as part of a government humanitarian mission. Now, more than 50 children are receiving []
Dr Farooq asks party MPs to prioritise public issues, restoration of statehood
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah asked party MPs to actively raise pressing public issues concerning the people of Jammu and Kashmir. Emphasising the growing demand for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, Dr Farooq asked party MPs to ensure that this matter receives earnest attention at every []
High Court of J&K, Ladakh holds interactive roleplay mediation training progs
JAMMU/ SRINAGAR: Under the patronage of Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Arun Palli, the Mediation and Conciliation Committee of the High Court of J&K and Ladakh, in collaboration with the J&K Legal Services Authority and the J&K Judicial Academy, on Sunday organised one day Interactive Roleplay Mediation Training Programmes, conducted []
J&K proud to host national events, says Minister Sharma
Tamil Nadu emerges Champion as 42nd Junior National Tennikoit Championship concludes in Jammu JAMMU: The five-day 42nd Junior (Boys & Girls) National Tennikoit Championship concluded on Sunday at Green Field, Gandhi Nagar, with Tamil Nadu lifting the overall championship trophy after a series of outstanding performances. The championship brought together around 550 players and officials []
Rana to hear public grievances at Sgr from Dec 1 to 5
SRINAGAR: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, will be available at the Civil Secretariat/Winter Secretariat, Srinagar, from 1st to 5th December 2025, as per the official ministerial roster. During this period, the Minister will personally hear the public grievances and meet the individuals, delegations and representatives to []
Former Dy CM calls on LG Sinha
JAMMU: Dr Nirmal Singh, former Deputy Chief Minister of Jammu Kashmir called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday. He was accompanied by Er Bikram Singh, DDC member, Billawar; Ms Neeru Rajput, DDC member Mandli, and Mohit Gupta, Youth Leader, Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha.
Police recover stolen vehicle; accused arrested in Leh
SRINAGAR: Continuing its efforts to combat crime and ensure public safety, J&K Police in Baramulla recovers stolen vehicle and arrested the accused involved in the commission of crime. The vehicle, (Tavera) (bearing Registration No. JK04C-1343), was reported stolen during the intervening night of 14th and 15th September 2024. Accordingly, Police Station Kunzer promptly registered FIR []
IMGDC Shopians Islamic Studies Dept organises seminar on The Golden Age of Muslim Civilization
SHOPIAN: The Department of Islamic Studies at IMGDC Shopian organized a one-day seminar titled The Golden Age of Muslim Civilization on November 28, 2025. The seminar highlighted the remarkable contributions of medieval Muslim scholars to education and various sciences, including Medicine, Astronomy, Astrology, Historiography, Art, and Architecture. Principal Dr. Muhammad Shafiq congratulated the Department for []
Police organise essay competition in Baramulla
SRINAGAR: Continuing its initiative to highlight the life, leadership, and immense contribution of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (the Iron Man of India) to nation-building, J&K Police organised an essay competition at Government Middle School Udoosa under the jurisdiction of Police Station Uri. Students from the institution participated with great enthusiasm, skilfully showcasing their writing abilities on []
Dr Jitendra addresses Dehradun World Summit, announces expansion of Uttarakhands Weather network
Excelsior Correspondent DEHRADUN, Nov 30: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology; Minister of State for Earth Sciences; and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh announced here today that in Uttarakhand, while three Weather Radars have already been installed at Surkanda Devi, Mukteshwar and Lansdowne, three more radars will soon be commissioned at Haridwar, Pantnagar and Auli, thus further strengthening real-time forecasting capability for the region. Addressing the World Summit [] The post Dr Jitendra addresses Dehradun World Summit, announces expansion of Uttarakhands Weather network appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 30: Dr Nirmal Singh, former Deputy Chief Minister of Jammu Kashmir called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today. He was accompanied by Er Bikram Singh, DDC member, Billawar; Neeru Rajput, DDC member Mandli, and Mohit Gupta, Youth Leader, Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha. The post Dr Nirmal Singh calls on LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bank CEO acknowledges role of former staff
JK Bank retirees host conference Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 30: The J&K Bank Retired Employees Welfare Association, Jammu hosted its 6th Conference at Channi Himmat here today. The event brought together more than 500 members who gathered for an engaging and meaningful occasion centred on welfare, unity and shared institutional pride. Click here to watch video The proceedings of the programme began with an articulate welcome by RK Bhan, general secretary, who extended warm greetings to all dignitaries and members. [] The post Bank CEO acknowledges role of former staff appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Farooq asks party MPs to prioritize public issues
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Nov 30: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference president, Dr Farooq Abdullah asked the party MPs to actively raise pressing public issues concerning the people of Jammu and Kashmir. Emphasising the growing demand for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, Farooq asked party MPs to ensure that this matter receives earnest attention at every relevant platform. He further asked the partys representatives in both the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha to vocally highlight the concerns [] The post Farooq asks party MPs to prioritize public issues appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SRM Contractors MD honoured with ET Young Industry Leaders award
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 30: In a significant recognition of leadership and engineering excellence, Puneet Pal Singh, Managing Director (MD) of SRM Contractors Limited, has been conferred with the prestigious ET Young Industry Leaders 2025 award by the Times of India. The Award recognizes his exceptional contributions to the infrastructure sector, specifically for Excellence in Roads and Highways in Hilly Terrain. This accolade celebrates Singhs remarkable achievements in spearheading complex road and highway development projects across Indias most challenging hill [] The post SRM Contractors MD honoured with ET Young Industry Leaders award appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
MGI distributes SVG to visually impaired students
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 30: Under a CSR initiative Manpower Group India (MGI), in collaboration with the Blind Vision Foundation, distributed Smart Vision Glasses (SVG) to the students of Louis Braille Memorial Residential School for sightless girls, here today. The SVG is an advanced assistive device that helps students with low vision or near-blindness read printed text, recognise faces and objects and navigate independently. The event was led by Sandeep Gulati, Managing Director, India & Middle East, as the chief [] The post MGI distributes SVG to visually impaired students appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG renames Ladakhs Raj Niwas as Lok Niwas
Excelsior Correspondent LEH, Nov 30: In a landmark initiative towards inclusive and accessible governance, the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta today renamed Raj Niwas as Lok Niwas. This step follows the Union Home Ministrys notification issued on November 25, 2025, directing that all Raj Bhavans be renamed Lok Bhavan and all Raj Niwas, the official residences of Lieutenant Governors, be renamed Lok Niwas across the country. The LG unveiled the new nameplate at the main entrance, symbolising the Administrations [] The post LG renames Ladakhs Raj Niwas as Lok Niwas appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
61 RR pays homage to JCO Talib Hussain
Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Nov 30: The Indian Army today accorded a solemn homage and ceremonial salute to Captain (Hony) Talib Hussain, a Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) who passed away due to a sudden cardiac arrest while on duty in Khari area of Poonch district. The JCO, who was deployed at PP Khari under Police Station Poonch in Haveli tehsil, suffered a massive heart attack during his duty hours. Despite immediate evacuation for medical attention the brave heart could not be [] The post 61 RR pays homage to JCO Talib Hussain appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NEW DELHI, Nov 30: Aspiring entrepreneurs should embark on their startup journey with clarity of purpose, a clear understanding of why they are building the venture, and a well-calibrated approach, not haste, advises Shiprocket co-founder and CEO Saahil Goel. Indias market dynamics, amplified by the potential of technologies such as AI, create a wealth of opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs. You could pick anything, from engineering tech to health tech or fintech to stocksYou think about it, and theres a new [] The post Clarity of purpose must, okay to go slow, to be calibrated: Shiprocket co-founder to aspiring entrepreneurs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Tamil Nadu emerges overall Champion as 42nd Junior National Tennikoit Cship concludes
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 30: The five day 42nd Junior (Boys & Girls) National Tennikoit Championship concluded today at Green Field, Gandhi Nagar, with Tamil Nadu lifting the overall championship trophy after a series of outstanding performances. The championship brought together around 550 players and officials from 23 States and UTs, making it one of the largest and most competitive national Tennikoit events held in Jammu in recent years. The closing ceremony was graced by Minister for Youth Services [] The post Tamil Nadu emerges overall Champion as 42nd Junior National Tennikoit Cship concludes appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cyclone Ditwah expected to weaken into deep depression late on Sunday: Met Office
CHENNAI, Nov 30 : Cyclone Ditwah is expected to weaken into a deep depression and the weather system would be centred over southwest Bay of Bengal within a minimum distance of 30 km from the coasts of North Tamil Nadu and Puducherry by midnight of Sunday, the Regional Meteorological Centre said. In an update about the Cyclone Ditwah, the Met office said the Cyclone Ditwah is located about 90 km southeast of Cuddalore, 120 km northeast of Karaikal, 90 km [] The post Cyclone Ditwah expected to weaken into deep depression late on Sunday: Met Office appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The National Awards for two master craftsmen from Kashmir-Manzoor Ahmad Khan of Rainawari and Khawaja Nazir Ali of Alamgiri Bazar-mark not only a personal milestone in their illustrious journeys but also a defining moment for the Valleys craft. At a time when machine-driven production and digital technologies dominate global markets, the recognition of handmade artistry serves as a profound reminder of the enduring value of human skill, patience and creativity. Kashmirs traditional crafts, particularly hand-knotted carpets and sozni embroidery, are [] The post Celebrating Kashmirs Craft appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kehli Mandi FC wins Thalora Premier League
Excelsior Sports Correspondent SAMBA, Nov 30: Kehli Mandi Football Club defeated Param Football Club Hiranagar by 2-1 to lift the Thalora Premier League trophy in an exciting final held today. In the first half, Vasu scored for Kehli Mandi, giving his team an early lead. Param FCs Varun equalized in the second half, taking the match into extra time. During the five minutes of added time, Gagandeep Sambyal netted the winning goal, securing victory for Kehli Mandi. The final was [] The post Kehli Mandi FC wins Thalora Premier League appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Tariff petition by KPDCL & uproar in the Kashmir Valley
Jagmohan Sharma Kashmir was rocked recently, once again, on electricity tariff issues. The tremors dont seem to have died down yet. However, there seems to be more sound than light on the issue with Kashmir politicians resorting to upmanship for obvious political reasons. The problem started when it came to be known that Kashmir Power Distribution Company (KPDCL) had submitted a tariff petition to the Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission, J&K/Ladakh (JERC J&K/Ladakh) for seeking approval for tariff for supply of [] The post Tariff petition by KPDCL & uproar in the Kashmir Valley appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NSE, BSE impose Rs 5.42-lakh penalty on MTNL for non-compliance
NEW DELHI, Nov 30: Stock exchanges NSE and BSE have imposed a penalty of Rs 5.42 lakh on state-owned debt-ridden telecom firm MTNL for not complying with the norms related to the composition of the board. MTNL, in a regulatory filing, said it is required to appoint four more independent directors as per the norm, but it has been unable to do so. this is to inform you that MTNL has received Letterdated November 28, 2025 from NSE and Email/Letter [] The post NSE, BSE impose Rs 5.42-lakh penalty on MTNL for non-compliance appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Police files FIR against Sonia, Rahul in Herald case on ED complaint
Abused position for personal gains NEW DELHI, Nov 30: Delhi Police has filed an FIR against Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi and other accused in the National Herald case on a complaint by the ED as part of the agencys money laundering probe into the high-profile case that alleges that the first family of the party abused their position for personal gains. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Official sources and documents said the Economic Offences Wing [] The post Police files FIR against Sonia, Rahul in Herald case on ED complaint appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NIA raid in Bihar in Delhi blast case
KHAGARIA (BIHAR), Nov 30: A team of the National Investigating Agency on Sunday raided the house of a retired Postal Department official in Bihar in connection with the blast near Red Fort in Delhi earlier this month, police said. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp According to Deepak Kumar, SHO of Mansi police station in Khagaria district, the NIA team raided a house in Saidpur village at around 3 am, and the search operation continued for nearly five hours. [] The post NIA raid in Bihar in Delhi blast case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bani-Taggar-Katli-Billawar road being brought under CRF
Forest clearance awaited on nearly 8 kms stretch Will become shortest route to Jammu, Kathua Gopal Sharma JAMMU, Nov 30: Billawar-Bani road via Katli and Taggar is being brought under Central Road Fund (CRF) shortly with upgradation in the existing road and it will turn as shortest route from remote Bani Sub Division in district Kathua to winter capital- Jammu. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Official sources said that Forest clearance on hardly 8 kms of the stretch [] The post Bani-Taggar-Katli-Billawar road being brought under CRF appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DP busts terror module, nabs 3
NEW DELHI, Nov 30: The Special Cell of Delhi Police has busted a Pakistan-backed terror module led by gangster-turned-terrorist Shahzad Bhatti, currently based in the neighbouring country, an official said on Sunday. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Police have arrested three key operatives of the module one each from Punjab, Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh and seized a semi-automatic pistol, 10 live cartridges, and mobile phones containing incriminating chats and reconnaissance videos from their possession, Additional [] The post DP busts terror module, nabs 3 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CBK charge sheets cop in fake job racket
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Nov 30: Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir today filed a charge sheet against a police official accused of cheating multiple people by promising them Government jobs in exchange for money. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp A spokesperson said the charge sheet in FIR No. 15/2025 under Section 420 of the IPC has been submitted before the Court of Special Mobile Magistrate, Pulwama, against Riyaz Ahmad Dar, son of Abdul Rashid Dar, a [] The post CBK charge sheets cop in fake job racket appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Two guests killed in wedding firing, 6 arrested
LUDHIANA, Nov 30: Rival groups opened fire at a wedding ceremony on Pakhowal Road here, leaving two guests dead and another injured, police said on Sunday. The two rival groups invited by the groom for the wedding on Saturday night had an old enmity. While one group was led by Shubham Motta, the other one was led by Ankur. As they came face to face, an argument broke out over some issue, which soon escalated into a clash. Some guests [] The post Two guests killed in wedding firing, 6 arrested appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Beyond the Red Ribbon: Why Indias Fight Against HIV Must Stay Human
Manorama Bakshi When India diagnosed its first case of HIV in 1987, it was met with silence, fear, and judgment. The virus was poorly understood, and those living with it were often treated as outcasts -denied care, employment, or even the dignity of empathy. Hospitals hesitated to admit them, schools refused their children, and neighbours withdrew in fear. It was a time when HIV was not just a virus it was a social sentence. Nearly four decades later, as [] The post Beyond the Red Ribbon: Why Indias Fight Against HIV Must Stay Human appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
By B. S. Dara bsdara@gmail.com Imran Khans journey from cricket legend to jailed former prime ministerreflects the chronic failures of the Pakistani state. It is the story of a state that has never learned to separate power from the military, truth from propaganda, and democracy from managed elections. It is the story of Pakistan. Today, Imran Khan, once Pakistans most celebrated cricketer, a global celebrity, and later the self-declared crusader against corruption, has been in detention for over two years. [] The post Imran Khan and a Failed State appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Entrepreneurship redefining in Jammu & Kashmir
Mohammad Hanief Entrepreneurship in Jammu & Kashmir is undergoing a quiet but remarkable transformation, reshaping the regions economic landscape and expanding the imagination of what is possible for its youth. Once viewed primarily through the lens of government employment or traditional livelihoods, J&K is now witnessing a surge of young minds determined to build their own ventures, create solutions for local problems, and contribute to a new economic narrative. This change did not arrive suddenly; it has been shaped by [] The post Entrepreneurship redefining in Jammu & Kashmir appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NRI Term Insurance: A Guide for Long-Term Security
Living abroad as a Non-Resident Indian (NRI) comes with a unique set of financial responsibilities, especially when it comes to securing your familys future back home. While you build a life in a new country, ensuring your loved ones are protected from financial hardship remains a top priority. Term insurance plans are a straightforward and []
Nepal Awards Contracts to Print Various Bank Notes to Chinese Firm
According to the contract awarded recently, the Chinese security press will design, print and supply the bank notes within nine months, Paudel said
