Jammu & kashmir News
Text view
3.75 lakh travel on JK Vande Bharat trains
Jammu Tawi, Dec 31 : Nearly 3.75 lakh passengers have travelled on the Vande Bharat Express across Jammu and Kashmir over the last six months, marking a significant milestone for the Jammu Railway Division in its first year of operations, officials said. The premium train service between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra and Srinagar [] The post 3.75 lakh travel on JK Vande Bharat trains appeared first on Northlines .
Matter of national security: Leaders condemn attack on Kashmiri shawl sellers
FIR lodged in Haryana JKSA writes to Amit Shah citing 18 Himachal cases Political leaders call it human rights issue Centre, states urged to ensure safety for Valley traders BJPs Raina says Home Minister has taken strong notice New Delhi: Voicing concern over the alleged incidents of attacks and harassment of Kashmiri shawl sellers in []
Vigil up to counter terror threat in Chenab region
Jammu Tawi, Dec 31 : Braving sub-zero temperatures, the Army and the Special Operations Group (SOG) of Jammu and Kashmir Police have intensified their vigil in the high altitude areas of Chenab valley district to counter any attempt by terrorists to disrupt New Year celebrations, officials said on Wednesday. A massive counter-terrorist operation has been [] The post Vigil up to counter terror threat in Chenab region appeared first on Northlines .
New Year celebrations: Multi-layered security at tourist hotspots across Valley
Checking, patrolling intensified Srinagar: Security has been beefed up across the Valley, particularly at tourist spots, in view of New Year celebrations, officials said on Wednesday. To ensure peaceful festivities, a multi-layered security is being maintained at key tourist destinations, they said, adding, there has been a significant deployment of security forces at such locations. []
CM, LG, Dy CM, others extend New Year greetings
Jammu: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary and Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo have extended warm New Year greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir and wished them peace, prosperity and good health in the year ahead. In his message, []
MMU raises Shari objections to Vande Mataram singing competition publicity
Advises Muslims to refrain, urges institutions, media to respect religious conscience in J&K Srinagar: Mutahida Majlis-e-Ulema (MMU), the largest conglomerate of Islamic organisations in Jammu & Kashmir, has taken serious note of the circulation and promotion of publicity material relating to a singing competition themed on Vande Mataram by certain government departments and its reproduction []
Govt bans nimesulide oral formulations above 100 mg
New Delhi: The Union Health Ministry has banned the manufacture, sale and distribution of all oral formulations containing the popular painkiller nimesulide above 100 mg, citing serious risks to health, an official notification said. The decision was taken following a recommendation by ICMR, the apex health research body of India, it said. The Central government []
JKBOSE launches Shina textbooks for classes I & II
Commits to preserve rich linguistic diversity of J&K Srinagar: In a landmark move to promote and preserve regional languages, the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) has announced the maiden publication of textbooks for the Shina language (Classes I and II). The initiative aligns seamlessly with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and []
Fire Services records significant safety gains in 2025
Jammu: The Fire and Emergency Services, Jammu and Kashmir has recorded a year of measurable progress in public safety and emergency management in 2025, reflecting the Departments sustained focus on prevention, professional response and community engagement across the Union Territory. During this year, the department responded to 6,039 fire calls, 59 rescue calls and 53 []
MP Ruhullah questions J&K govt over demolition drives
Jammu: Disgruntled National Conference MP Ruhullah Mehdi on Wednesday questioned the Jammu and Kashmir government over selective demolition drives and urged it to deliver on the promises made to the people. Talking to reporters after visiting the demolished house of journalist Arfaz Ahmad Daing in the Transport Nagar area here, Mehdi criticised the government for []
CBKs EOW Kashmir files chargesheet in job scam
Srinagar: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has submitted a chargesheet before the Court of Chief Judicial Magistrate, Budgam, in connection with FIR No. 13/2023 under Section 420 IPC against accused Ghulam Nabi Hudda, son of Mohammad Hudda, resident of Satakchay, Kargil, presently Gasiyar Hawal, Zadibal, Srinagar. The case originated from a []
ED files complaint against 4 in Crypto-currency Fraud
Jammu Tawi, Dec 31:The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Srinagar Zonal Office, has filed a Prosecution Complaint (PC) before the Court of the Principal and Sessions Judge (Designated Special Court under the PMLA) in Srinagar against four persons in connection with an alleged bogus cryptocurrency fraud involving Emollient Coin. In a statement issued, a ED spokesman [] The post ED files complaint against 4 in Crypto-currency Fraud appeared first on Northlines .
Omar promised 1 lakh jobs, gave only 2 to favourites: LoP
NC cheated unemployed youth, fooled public Jammu Tawi, Dec 31:Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma on Wednesday launched an all-out attack on the National Conference (NC) government, labelling it as a regime of nepotism, betrayal, and deception that has cheated unemployed youth and fooled the public with hollow promises. Speaking to reporters, Sunil Sharma slammed the [] The post Omar promised 1 lakh jobs, gave only 2 to favourites: LoP appeared first on Northlines .
SC vacation benches, CJI Kant, sit during winter break
New Delhi, Dec 31: The Supreme Court has held vacation courts for the first time with Chief Justice of India Surya Kant himself sitting twice during the winter break to hear urgent matters involving life and liberty as well as those requiring immediate judicial intervention. The top court holds vacation benches during longer summer break, [] The post SC vacation benches, CJI Kant, sit during winter break appeared first on Northlines .
Govt plans two-part budget session in 2026
Likely to begin from first week of February Jammu Tawi, Dec 31:The budget session of the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly is likely to be held in two parts- the first before the holy month ofRamadhanand the second afterEid-ul-Fitr, sources said. Sources said that the NC-led government is considering holding the budget session in two [] The post Govt plans two-part budget session in 2026 appeared first on Northlines .
NIA probes Pahalgam, Delhi terror cases, achieves key milestones
Over 92 pc conviction rate Chargesheets against 7 accused in Pahalgam case 9 arrested in Red Fort blast case Jammu Tawi, Dec 31: As 2025 draws to a close, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) recorded significant achievements, successfully cracking major terror cases, including the deadly Pahalgam and Delhi attacks, while maintaining an impressive conviction rate [] The post NIA probes Pahalgam, Delhi terror cases, achieves key milestones appeared first on Northlines .
2025 Report Card: CB registered 67 FIRs, highest in last 25 years
Jammu Tawi, Dec 31: The Jammu Crime Branch registered 67 FIRs involving serious and complex economic offences and arrested 22 accused in 2025, the agency said on Wednesday, describing the performance as a landmark achievement. During the year, the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Jammu Crime Branch successfully disposed of a record number of cases [] The post 2025 Report Card: CB registered 67 FIRs, highest in last 25 years appeared first on Northlines .
Police conducted 541 cordon-search ops; no active terrorist presence
Jammu Tawi, Dec 31: Intensive security and crime-control measures remained in force in Jammu, with police conducting 541 cordon-and-search operations and 1,093 long-range patrols in 2025, while reporting no active terrorist presence in the district, a senior police officer said. Presenting the annual crime and security review, Jammu Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Joginder Singh [] The post Police conducted 541 cordon-search ops; no active terrorist presence appeared first on Northlines .
ACB crackdown: 78 FIRs, land scam busted, 13 convictions
Jammu Tawi, Dec 31: The Jammu & Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) intensified its anti-graft drive in 2025 by registering 78 FIRs, uncovering major trap and land scam cases, and securing 13 convictions, reaffirming its zero-tolerance approach to corruption. According to the year-ender, the ACB sustained a vigorous campaign throughout the year to strengthen transparency, accountability [] The post ACB crackdown: 78 FIRs, land scam busted, 13 convictions appeared first on Northlines .
39 OGWs identified in Kathua, 18 booked under PSA
Kathua/Jammu, Dec 31 : Police identified 39 overground workers (OGWs) and booked 18 of them under the Public Safety Act in Jammu and Kashmirs Kathua district during 2025, marking a major crackdown on terror networks in the region, a senior officer said on Wednesday. Presenting the annual crime report for 2025, Kathua Senior Superintendent of [] The post 39 OGWs identified in Kathua, 18 booked under PSA appeared first on Northlines .
Integration of Migrant Ration Cards into the National Food Security Act (NFSA) Database Camps
Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir Office of the Relief & Rehabilitation Commissioner (M) Phone No: 0191-2586218(Jammu), 0194-2468116 (Srinagar) (Email Id: relief-comm@jk.gov.in) PUBLIC NOTICE Subject: Integration of Migrant Ration Cards into the National Food Security Act (NFSA) Database Camps. It is for the information of all the migrants registered with the Relief Organization(M), J&K, that the Relief Organization J&K, is organizing Special Camps, for the integration of ration card into NFSA Data base, as per the schedule below : Click [] The post Integration of Migrant Ration Cards into the National Food Security Act (NFSA) Database Camps appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Use of Force Cannot Address Students Concerns: Mirwaiz on Reservation Protests
SRINAGAR: Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Umar Farooq on Friday strongly criticised the authorities for what he described as the default use of force in response to political and social issues in Jammu and Kashmir, condemning the detention of political leaders and student activists supporting a peaceful protest over the reservation policy. In a statement, the Mirwaiz said even []
GMC Anantnag Sees Over 700 New Cancer Cases in 2025, Total Hits 3,500
SRINAGAR: In 2025, the Government Medical College Anantnag registered over 700 new Cancer cases taking the total to 3500. Principal GMC Anantnag Prof Dr Rukhsana Najeeb said that there is a growing burden of Cancer in the region and GMC Anantnags expanding role in providing comprehensive oncology services. She informed that 730 new Cancer patients []
Jammu & Kashmir: Lessons of 2025, Hope for 2026
As Jammu & Kashmir steps into 2026, the year gone by leaves behind a complex mix of pain, resilience and cautious optimism. 2025 will be remembered as a year that tested the regions hard-earned stability, yet also reaffirmed that sustained security efforts and public resolve can push violence to historic lows. The gravest reminder of [] The post Jammu & Kashmir: Lessons of 2025, Hope for 2026 appeared first on Northlines .
Pahalgam Back in Buzz on New Year After Lull
SRINAGAR: After a prolonged period of subdued tourist activity, the picturesque hill resort of Pahalgam in south Kashmirs Anantnag district has once again come alive with a significant influx of visitors on the occasion of New Year, bringing cheer to the local tourism industry. According to tourism stakeholders, hotel bookings in the town have surged []
Cryptocurrency Fraud Case: ED Files Complaint Against Four Accused
SRINAGAR: The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Srinagar Zonal Office, has filed a Prosecution Complaint (PC) before the Court of the Principal and Sessions Judge (Designated Special Court under the PMLA) in Srinagar against four persons in connection with an alleged bogus cryptocurrency fraud involving Emollient Coin. In a statement, a ED spokesman said, The complaint []
Fire Damages Mosque in South Kashmir
SRINAGAR: A fire incident partially damaged the Ahlihadees Masjid at Naibasti in Anantnag district of south Kashmir on Wednesday, prompting swift action by the Fire and Emergency Services, Anantnag Police, and local residents. An official said that the timely and coordinated response helped contain the flames before they could spread further, thereby preventing major damage []
Jammu Kashmir: Govt Plans Two-part Budget Session in 2026
SRINAGAR: The budget session of the Jammu Kashmir Legislative Assembly is likely to be held in two parts- the first before the holy month of Ramadhan and the second after Eid-ul-Fitr, sources said. Sources said that the NC-led government is considering holding the budget session in two phases. If all goes as per plan, the []
New Year Celebrations: Tourist Surge Prompts Tight Security in Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Authorities have beefed up the security across Kashmir as tourists in large numbers have arrived in the Valley to celebrate the New Year. According to the details, popular destinations including Gulmarg, Sonamarg, and Pahalgam are full. Authorities have made the security arrangements stringent to ensure a safe and orderly festive environment. A tight vigil []
Magnitude 6.0 Earthquake Jolts Japan
SRINAGAR: A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck off the coast of Japans northern Iwate Prefecture on Wednesday, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) said. The tremor occurred at 5:26 pm local time (1426 GMT) at a depth of about 19 kilometres, according to the USGS. Japans public broadcaster NHK, citing the countrys meteorological agency, reported the []
J&K Police Conducted 541 Cordon-Search Ops In Jammu In 2025 No Active Terrorist Presence
Jammu, Dec 31: Intensive security and crime-control measures remained in force in Jammu, with police conducting 541 cordon-and-search operations and 1,093 long-range patrols in 2025, while reporting no active terrorist presence in the district, a senior police officer said. Presenting the annual crime and security review, Jammu Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Joginder Singh said 4,134 FIRs were registered during the year the lowest figure in the last five years reflecting effective preventive policing. The police ensured security [] The post J&K Police Conducted 541 Cordon-Search Ops In Jammu In 2025 No Active Terrorist Presence appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
2025: The Year India Turned Vision into Power
By Dr. Shenaz Ganai Kuch baat hai ke hasti mit-ti nahin hamari, Sadiyon raha hai dushman daur-e-zaman hamara. Some years pass quietly into memory; others set the course of a nations destiny. For India, 2025 was such a moment a year when an ancient civilisation, shaped by centuries of challenge and renewal, [] The post 2025: The Year India Turned Vision into Power appeared first on Northlines .
Ladakh 2025: Advancing Human Development through Health, Education and Inclusive Service Delivery
Jigmet Namgyal The year 2025 marked a significant phase in Ladakhs development journey, distinguished by a strong focus on human development, public health, education and universal access to essential services. In a geographically challenging and ecologically sensitive region, Ladakh demonstrated that people-centric governance, efficient planning and last-mile delivery can substantially improve quality of life. [] The post Ladakh 2025: Advancing Human Development through Health, Education and Inclusive Service Delivery appeared first on Northlines .
CS Reviews Framework For Promoting Homestays, SVAMITVA-Based Lending In J&K
J&K Bank to provide homestay loans up to 30 Lakh at 8.20% interest JAMMU, Dec 31: In a major push towards strengthening tourism-led livelihoods and expanding access to institutional credit in rural areas, Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today favoured the creation of a comprehensive framework aimed at promoting homestays and facilitating loans against SVAMITVA cards across the Union Territory. The meeting, besides the Principal Secretary, Finance and Managing Director, J&K Bank, was attended by Secretary, Labour & Employment, Director, Employment, [] The post CS Reviews Framework For Promoting Homestays, SVAMITVA-Based Lending In J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
New Year Resolutions: Perspective of a Soldier and a Monk
By Soldier and Monk Every year begins with hope neatly packaged as resolutions. We promise change, better health, sharper foucs, kinder behaviour and greater success. Yet, by the end of January, most of these promises quietly fade. Not because we lack intention but because we mistake enthusiasm for discipline and desire for commitment. Perhaps [] The post New Year Resolutions: Perspective of a Soldier and a Monk appeared first on Northlines .
By: Acharya Pundrik Goswami (Dharma Guru and Vedic Scholar) Growth in todays world is often associated with climbing the social ladder and acquiring material possessions. These possessions place a person on the worlds platter to be consumed by covetousness and arrogance. This cupidity arises from the outside world not from our subtle inner nature. [] The post Virtue: The Pathway to Bliss appeared first on Northlines .
Selective killings of minorities in Bangladesh and Indias strategic response
By Puran Chand Sharma At this critical point of time, incidents involving violence against minorities and other vulnerable communities in Bangladesh have drawn sharp attention across South Asia and globally as well. These include mob lynchings, killings linked to allegations of blasphemy, and reports of broader hostility targeting minorities. Indias Ministry of External affairs has [] The post Selective killings of minorities in Bangladesh and Indias strategic response appeared first on Northlines .
Secy SED Ram Niwas Sharma IAS Assigned Additional Charge of Higher Education Department
JAMMU, Dec 31: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday assigned additional charge of the Higher Education Department to IAS officer Ram Niwas Sharma. According to an order issued by the General Administration Department, Sh. Ram Niwas Sharma, IAS (AGMUT:2010) , presently serving as Secretary to the Government, School Education Department, has been entrusted with the additional charge of the post of Administrative Secretary, Higher Education Department. The order states that the additional responsibility has been assigned in the [] The post Secy SED Ram Niwas Sharma IAS Assigned Additional Charge of Higher Education Department appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ensure Uninterrupted Connectivity In Ladakhs Remote Areas: LG Kavinder Gupta
Leh, Dec 31: The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, emphasised the critical need for uninterrupted network and internet connectivity in the modern world, underscoring the Digital India initiative led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He pointed out that the success of various online portals launched by the UT Administration to enhance governance accessibility depends on effective connectivity, particularly in remote and far-flung areas of Ladakh, to ensure access to essential services to the public. This was stated by Kavinder [] The post Ensure Uninterrupted Connectivity In Ladakhs Remote Areas: LG Kavinder Gupta appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Secures Massive Rs1430 Cr Central Fund For Disaster Mitigation & Infra Reconstruction
JAMMU, Dec 30: In a major relief for the UT of J&K, the Central Government, on the recommendations of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), has approved a comprehensive allocation of over Rs1,430 Cr for reconstruction of damaged public infrastructure and implementation of disaster mitigation measures across affected districts of the UT. This significant development came to light during a high-level review meeting chaired by Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, which was attended by all Administrative Secretaries. The meeting was convened [] The post J&K Secures Massive Rs1430 Cr Central Fund For Disaster Mitigation & Infra Reconstruction appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Big Bullion Theory: Gold, silverretain sparkle in shaky geopolitical sands
NEW DELHI, Dec 31: Outsmarting all asset classes globally in 2025, gold and silver with massive returns and repeated record-breaking rallies redefined the precious metal market dynamics amid intensifying global political challenges, unstable tariff policies and persistent supply-chain disruptions. Marking one of the strongest performances for bullion in decades, silver prices surged more than 169 per cent during the year, while gold rallied over 76 per cent, reaffirming the role of precious metals as an anchor investment class in an [] The post Big Bullion Theory: Gold, silverretain sparkle in shaky geopolitical sands appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NEW DELHI, Dec 30: For the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), 2025 began with a space handshake and ended with a thunderous roar from the ground. From a delicate autonomous space docking experiment to the soaring launch of Bahubali, which placed the heaviest satellite ever lifted from Indian soil into Earths orbit, 2025 marked a quantum leap for Indias space programme. These missions laid the groundwork for more ambitious goals, including the construction of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS), bringing [] The post From Space Handshakes to Heavy-Lift Triumphs, ISROs 2025 Missions Paving the Way for Gaganyaan and Chandrayaan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ACB Registers 78 FIRs, Secures 13 Convictions in 2025 Anti-Graft Drive
SRINAGAR: In the year 2025, the Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) intensified its anti-graft campaign by registering 78 FIRs, including major trap and land scam cases, and securing 13 convictions. Alongside robust investigations, the Bureau reinforced preventive vigilance through 41 alert notes, 91 advisories and extensive public awareness initiatives, reaffirming its zero-tolerance stance on []
Lieutenant Governors Greetings on the eve of New Year
Jammu, 31 December : The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha has greeted the people on the eve of the New Year 2026. In a message, the Lieutenant Governor said, On the occasion of the New Year, I extend my greetings and best wishes to all the citizens. The New Year festivity brings new hopes and [] The post Lieutenant Governors Greetings on the eve of New Year appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Next round of talks on India-EAEU proposed trade pact likely in Feb: Official
NEW DELHI, Dec 31: India and the Russia-led EAEU group are likely to hold the next round of talks for the proposed trade agreement in February, an official said on Wednesday. India and the five-nation Russia-led grouping, the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), on August 20, inked the terms of reference for the agreement. The first round of talks was held here in November. The second round is expected in February in Russia, the official said. The terms of reference [] The post Next round of talks on India-EAEU proposed trade pact likely in Feb: Official appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indian economy likely to maintain strong growth, says RBI report
MUMBAI, Dec 31: The Indian economy is likely to maintain strong growth, underpinned by robust domestic demand, benign inflation, and prudent macroeconomic policies despite an uncertain and challenging global economic backdrop, the Reserve Bank said in a report on Wednesday. The health of commercial banks (SCBs) remains sound with strong capital and liquidity buffers, improved asset quality and robust profitability, the Reserve Bank said in its Financial Stability Report (FSR). The report reflects the collective assessment of the Sub-Committee [] The post Indian economy likely to maintain strong growth, says RBI report appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Challenges galore, but tea industry better placed in 2025 compared to last year
KOLKATA, Dec 31: Despite challenges like uncertainty over weather conditions, rain fury, pest attacks, stagnant prices for a major part of 2025 and row over imports of inferior variety, the Indian tea sector fared relatively well this year with increased output and higher exports, stakeholders said. Compared to 2024 when the crop was down by 100 million kgs, this year has been better for the overall industry, Tea Association of India president Sandeep Singhania said. Till October, we are [] The post Challenges galore, but tea industry better placed in 2025 compared to last year appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Col ParmJit Singh Hello ALL FRIENDS and relatives wish you all good luck , peace , prosperity best of health and happiness in the ensuing year 2026 . ALL THE VERY BEST FOR THE NEW YEAR. Let the year be a year full of happiness and usher in peace and prosperity for all worldwide , VASUDHAIVA KUTUMBHAKAM. World is one family, so far as humanity is concerned . Previous year 2025 had gone past . For some happenings happened as [] The post HAPPY NEW YEAR 2026 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Commissioner Reviews NCAP and SBM Projects Amid Rising Air Quality Concerns
Srinagar, December 31: In view of air quality levels in Srinagar remaining higher than normal despite the city being surrounded by lush green forests, the Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), Mr. Faz Lul Haseeb, IAS, conducted an extensive inspection of various parts of the city to review the implementation of projects under the National Clean [] The post Commissioner Reviews NCAP and SBM Projects Amid Rising Air Quality Concerns appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Nearly 3.75 Lakh Passengers Travel On J&K Vande Bharat Trains In Six Months
Jammu, Dec 31: Nearly 3.75 lakh passengers have travelled on the Vande Bharat Express across Jammu and Kashmir over the last six months, marking a significant milestone for the Jammu Railway Division in its first year of operations, officials said. The premium train service between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra and Srinagar was flagged off on June 6 after the inauguration of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, giving the Valley all-weather rail connectivity with the rest of the country. [] The post Nearly 3.75 Lakh Passengers Travel On J&K Vande Bharat Trains In Six Months appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC Vacation Benches Including Of CJI Surya Kant Sits During Winter Break For First Time
New Delhi, Dec 31: The Supreme Court has held vacation courts for the first time with Chief Justice of India Surya Kant himself sitting twice during the winter break to hear urgent matters involving life and liberty as well as those requiring immediate judicial intervention. The top court holds vacation benches during longer summer break, which has now been rechristened as partial court working days, but this year was the first instance when the apex court held vacation benches even [] The post SC Vacation Benches Including Of CJI Surya Kant Sits During Winter Break For First Time appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
26/11 hero Sadanand Date appointed as new DGP of Maharashtra; to take charge on Jan 3
Mumbai, Dec 31: Sadanand Vasant Date, a soft-spoken yet tough taskmaster and a decorated officer of the 26/11 terror attacks, was on Wednesday appointed as the new Director General of Maharashtra Police (DGP). A 1990 batch IPS officer, the 59-year-old Date will succeed Rashmi Shukla, who retires on January 3. He will have a fixed tenure of two years as the head of the over two lakh strong Maharashtra Police force. Dates appointment follows his recent premature repatriation from central [] The post 26/11 hero Sadanand Date appointed as new DGP of Maharashtra; to take charge on Jan 3 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bandipora: During the year 2025, Bandipora Police carried out sustained and result-oriented operations against drug peddling, illegal mining, cyber-enabled financial frauds, the terror ecosystem, and other criminal activities, thereby ensuring enhanced public safety and strengthening the rule of law across the district. In the domain of cybercrime and financial fraud, Bandipora Police received 536 complaints []
Police Nab Two with 150 kg Ammonium Nitrate on National Highway
SRINAGAR: Rajasthan Police seized 150 kg of ammonium nitrate, along with 200 explosive cartridges and 1,100 metres of safety fuse wire, from a Maruti Ciaz car on the Tonk-Jaipur National Highway 52 on Wednesday, arresting two men in a major security operation ahead of New Years Eve. India Today reported the explosives were concealed in []
2025: Operation Sindoor Established Indias New Normal In Counter-Terror Response
New Delhi, Dec 31: Operation Sindoor, the Indian militarys most expansive and multi-domain combat mission in half a century to punish Pakistan for its relentless support to cross-border terrorism, redefined Indias overarching security and strategic goals in 2025, making it a watershed year for the defence establishment. India launched a series of precision missile strikes on nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir in the early hours of May 7 eliminating at least 100 terrorists in response to the [] The post 2025: Operation Sindoor Established Indias New Normal In Counter-Terror Response appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM Albanese praises Australian spirit in response to Bondi Beach attack
CANBERRA, Dec 31: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has praised Australians for their response to the Bondi Beach terror attack in his New Years address. In the annual video message marking the end of 2025, Albanese said that the usual joy that Australians feel at the start of a New Year is tempered by the sadness of the fatal shooting of 15 people at a Jewish festival at Sydneys Bondi Beach earlier in December. The PM said that the nations hearts [] The post PM Albanese praises Australian spirit in response to Bondi Beach attack appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC refuses to entertain plea against illegal arrest of businessman, asks him to move HC
NEW DELHI, Dec 31: The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to entertain a habeas corpus plea alleging illegal arrest of a businessman from Haldwani in Uttarakhand by Uttar Pradesh Police but granted him the liberty to approach the high court for appropriate relief. A vacation bench of justices MM Sundresh and Prashant Kumar Mishra asked advocates Anand Kumar and Aditya Giri, appearing for petitioner Umang Rastogi, to approach the Allahabad High Court for relief after noting that a similar [] The post SC refuses to entertain plea against illegal arrest of businessman, asks him to move HC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Khaleda Zias funeral prayer held in Bangladesh amid tight security
DHAKA, Dec 31: Bangladeshs former prime minister Khaleda Zias funeral prayers were held on Wednesday amid tight security. The funeral prayer (namaz-e-janaza) was held at the Manik Mia Avenue on Wednesday afternoon. Baitul Mukarram National Mosque Khatib Mufti Mohammad Abdul Malek conducted the funeral prayers while Bangladesh Nationalist Partys Standing Committee Member Nazrul Islam Khan read out a brief biography of Zia. Zia, who dominated Bangladeshs politics for decades, died on Tuesday in Dhaka. Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus, [] The post Khaleda Zias funeral prayer held in Bangladesh amid tight security appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt Freezes Vodafone-Ideas Dues, Grants A 5-Year Moratorium On Payments
New Delhi, Dec 31: The government on Wednesday approved a major relief package for Vodafone Idea, freezing its outstanding dues and approving a five-year moratorium on payments, providing a critical lifeline to the debt-laden telecom operator. The Union Cabinet, headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, agreed to freeze AGR dues of Vodafone-Idea Ltd (VIL) at Rs 87,695 crore, which the struggling company has to start paying from 2031-32 fiscal and clear by 2040-41, sources aware of the decision said. AGR [] The post Govt Freezes Vodafone-Ideas Dues, Grants A 5-Year Moratorium On Payments appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Two Injured After Fall From Height in South Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Two persons were injured after falling from a height while installing an advertisement board near the Barsoo area of Awantipora in south Kashmirs Pulwama district on Wednesday. Officials said that both the injured were initially taken to PHC Awantipora and later referred to SMHS Hospital Srinagar for specialised treatment. They identified the injured as []
Channel Tunnel power malfunction fixed, but rail delays may linger
PARIS, Dec 31: The Channel Tunnels operator said trains through the undersea link between continental Europe and the United Kingdom were running again Wednesday in both directions after a day of travel chaos caused by a power malfunction. Eurostar, which runs passenger trains through the tunnel, said its services were operating again but warned that knock on impacts following the disruptions on Tuesday could still cause delays and cancellations. The power supply problem in the 50-kilometer (32-mile) Channel Tunnel [] The post Channel Tunnel power malfunction fixed, but rail delays may linger appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor from The Wire,Veep and Spike Lee films, dies at 71
NEW YORK, Dec 31: Isiah Whitlock Jr., an actor who made frequent memorable appearances on the HBO series The Wire and Veep and in five films with director Spike Lee, died Tuesday. He was 71. Whitlocks manager Brian Liebman told The Associated Press in an email that the actor died in New York after a short illness. Whitlock played openly corrupt state Sen. Clay Davis on 25 episodes across the five seasons of The Wire. Davis, a fan-favorite character, [] The post Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor from The Wire, Veep and Spike Lee films, dies at 71 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
2025: PM Modis visit marks upswing in Sri Lanka-India ties
COLOMBO, Dec 31: Prime Minister Narendra Modis visit to Sri Lanka in 2025 marked an upswing in bilateral ties, as the island nation showed signs of recovery from the economic stress. During the April visit, military cooperation between India and Sri Lanka was also institutionalised, with PM Modi asserting that the security of both nations is interlinked and dependent on each other. Modi visited Sri Lanka at a time when the island nation was showing signs of recovery from [] The post 2025: PM Modis visit marks upswing in Sri Lanka-India ties appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
39 OGWs Identified In J&Ks Kathua This Year, 18 Of Them Booked Under PSA
Kathua/Jammu, Dec 31: Police identified 39 overground workers (OGWs) and booked 18 of them under the Public Safety Act in Jammu and Kashmirs Kathua district during 2025, marking a major crackdown on terror networks in the region, a senior officer said on Wednesday. Presenting the annual crime report for 2025, Kathua Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Mohita Sharma said four militancy-related cases were registered during the year, leading to the arrest of seven persons, while two terrorists were eliminated. A [] The post 39 OGWs Identified In J&Ks Kathua This Year, 18 Of Them Booked Under PSA appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rajasthan: Two Arrested with 150 kg Ammonium Nitrate in Tonk
Tonk, Dec 31: The District Special Team (DST) of Tonk police on Wednesday arrested two persons and seized around 150 kg of ammonium nitrate from their car during an operation in Rajasthans Tonk district, officials said. The arrested accused were identified as Surendra Patwa and Surendra Mochi, both residents of Bundi district. Acting on a [] The post Rajasthan: Two Arrested with 150 kg Ammonium Nitrate in Tonk appeared first on Northlines .
Health Ministry Bans Nimesulide Above 100 mg
SRINAGAR: The Union Health Ministry has banned the manufacture, sale, and distribution of all oral formulations of the popular painkiller nimesulide exceeding 100 mg in immediate-release form, effective immediately, due to serious health risks, including potentially fatal liver damage. Business Standard reported that the decision followed a recommendation from the Indian Council of Medical Research []
Railways Complete 180 kmph CRS Trial of Vande Bharat Sleeper Train
New Delhi, Dec 31: Indian Railways has successfully completed the final high-speed safety trial of the indigenously developed Vande Bharat sleeper train, with the train achieving a top speed of 180 kmph during testing on the KotaNagda section, officials said on Wednesday. The trial was conducted under the supervision of the Commissioner of Railway Safety [] The post Railways Complete 180 kmph CRS Trial of Vande Bharat Sleeper Train appeared first on Northlines .
Kashmir Records 25 Per Cent Fall In Fire Incidents, Saves Rs 5,000 Crore In 2025
SRINAGAR: Fire and Emergency Services, Jammu and Kashmir, reported a fall in fire incidents in 2025 and presented a string of preparedness and public-safety gains on Wednesday, saying the decline reflected intensified prevention work, large-scale awareness drives and improved operational capacity. In a press conference, deputy director Aqib Hussain said the number of fire incidents []
Railways Complete Final High-Speed Trial Of Vande Bharat Sleeper Train At 180 Kmph
NEW DELHI, Dec 31: Indian Railways has achieved a significant milestone in its journey towards self-reliant rail technology with the successful completion of the final high-speed trial of the indigenously designed Vande Bharat sleeper train, ministry officials said on Wednesday. The trial, conducted under the supervision of the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS), took place on the Kota-Nagda section, where the train achieved a maximum speed of 180 kmph, it added, without specifying a new date for its launch. The [] The post Railways Complete Final High-Speed Trial Of Vande Bharat Sleeper Train At 180 Kmph appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J-K: Multi-layered security at tourist hotspots across Valley; checking, patrolling intensified
SRINAGAR: Security has been beefed up across the Valley, particularly at tourist spots, in view of New Year celebrations, officials said on Wednesday. To ensure peaceful festivities, a multi-layered security is being maintained at key tourist destinations, they said, adding, there has been a significant deployment of security forces at such locations. Checking and surveillance []
Cyber Police Kupwara Handles 692 Complaints in 2025, Over Rs 70 Lakh Recovered
SRINAGAR: The Cyber Police Station Kupwara has reported significant progress in handling cybercrime cases during the year 2025, reflecting growing public awareness and effective coordination with banks and other agencies. According to official figures released by the police, a total of 692 online cyber complaints were received during the year. These included 596 cases related []
Traffic Challan Disposal Doubles In Srinagar, Revenue Crosses Rs 1 Crore
SRINAGAR: Traffic enforcement in Srinagar witnessed marked improvement during 2025, with higher disposal of challans, reduced pendency and increased revenue generation, Senior Superintendent of Police Traffic City Ajaz Ahmad Bhat said on Wednesday. Addressing a year-end press conference, SSP Bhat said the disposal rate of traffic challans rose to 56 per cent in 2025, compared []
Traffic enforcement saw major improvement in Srinagar in 2025: SSP Traffic
Srinagar: Stating that traffic enforcement in Srinagar improved significantly in 2024, with higher disposal rates, fewer pendencies and better public compliance, the authorities on Wednesday said that focussed enforcement and coordination have delivered visible results. Addressing the year-ender press conference, Senior Superintendent Traffic City, Ajaz Ahmad Bhat, said the disposal rate of traffic challans increased []
Centre Bans Oral Nimesulide Doses Above 100 Mg
New Delhi, Dec 31: The Union Health Ministry has banned the manufacture, sale and distribution of all oral formulations containing the popular painkiller nimesulide above 100 mg, citing serious risks to health, an official notification said. The decision was taken following a recommendation by ICMR, the apex health research body of India, it said. The Central government is satisfied that the use of all oral formulations containing Nimesulide above 100 mg in immediate release dosage form is likely to involve [] The post Centre Bans Oral Nimesulide Doses Above 100 Mg appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Security forces step up vigil to counter terror threat in J-Ks Chenab valley
Bhaderwah: Braving sub-zero temperatures, the Army and the Special Operations Group (SOG) of Jammu and Kashmir Police have intensified their vigil in the high altitude areas of Chenab valley district to counter any attempt by terrorists to disrupt New Year celebrations, officials said on Wednesday. A massive counter-terrorist operation has been underway since last week 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 .
J&K court acquits 3 accused tried for terror activities
Srinagar: A sessions court in Jammu and Kashmir has acquitted three people accused of involvement in terror activities for lack of evidence. The court of the additional sessions judge, a special judge designated under the NIA Act, ruled that the prosecution had failed to prove the charges beyond a reasonable doubt. Wajid Ahmad Bhat, Masrat 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 .
Bank fraud case: ED attaches Rs 150 cr worth property near Buckingham Palace in London
New Delhi, Dec 31: The Enforcement Directorate has attached an immovable property worth Rs 150 crore near the Buckingham Palace in London in a case of alleged bank loan fraud linked to money laundering involving textile major S Kumars Nationwide Ltd and its ex CMD Nitin Kasliwal. The federal probe agency said in a statement on Wednesday that a provisional order was issued under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) on Tuesday to attach the asset. The high-value property [] The post Bank fraud case: ED attaches Rs 150 cr worth property near Buckingham Palace in London appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
2025 Report Card: Jammu Crime Branch Registered 67 FIRs, Highest In Last 25 Years
DE Web Desk Jammu, Dec 31: The Jammu Crime Branch registered 67 FIRs involving serious and complex economic offences and arrested 22 accused in 2025, the agency said on Wednesday, describing the performance as a landmark achievement. During the year, the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Jammu Crime Branch successfully disposed of a record number of cases involving serious and intricate economic offences, resolved 1,186 complaints and registered 67 new cases, the highest in the last 25 years, an agency [] The post 2025 Report Card: Jammu Crime Branch Registered 67 FIRs, Highest In Last 25 Years appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board Committed To Enhancing Facilities For Pilgrims, Says CEO
Katra/Jammu, Dec 31: The Vaishno Devi shrine board is continuously working to enhance facilities and arrangements for pilgrims visiting the shrine atop Trikuta hills in Jammu and Kashmirs Reasi district, Chief Executive Officer Sachin Kumar Vaishya said on Wednesday. He expressed satisfaction over the heavy influx of devotees coinciding with New Year celebrations, and said adequate arrangements, including accommodation, security, and smooth darshan, have been ensured so that pilgrims do not face any inconvenience. Vaishya said the recently introduced Sadhana [] The post Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board Committed To Enhancing Facilities For Pilgrims, Says CEO appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Re-Engagement of Retired Staff Allowed Only in Exceptional Cases, Says Minister
SRINAGAR: Stating that the government has no blanket policy for the re-engagement of retired employees, Jammu and Kashmir Agriculture Minister Javed Ahmad Dar on Wednesday said that such extensions are granted only in exceptional cases where specific expertise is essential. Speaking with reporters in Srinagar, the minister said that as of now, no such extension []
Rajnath Hoists Flag at Ram Temple Complex on 2nd Anniversary of Pran Pratishtha
Ayodhya, Dec 31: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday hoisted a flag at the Annapurna Temple within the Ram Temple complex and offered prayers to mark the second anniversary of the consecration of the idol of Ram Lalla. Singh was accompanied by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The Annapurna Temple is among the seven [] The post Rajnath Hoists Flag at Ram Temple Complex on 2nd Anniversary of Pran Pratishtha appeared first on Northlines .
210 Lives Lost Due to Road Accidents in Rural Kashmir: SSP Traffic Rural
SRINAGAR: Road accidents and fatalities across rural areas of Jammu and Kashmir have registered a significant decline over the past year, with accident cases down by 15 per cent and deaths reduced by 22 per cent, Senior Superintendent of Police Traffic Rural, Ravinder Paul Singh said. Addressing a press conference, SSP Singh said sustained enforcement, []
88 Injured in Loco Train Collision Inside Chamoli Hydropower Project Tunnel
Gopeshwar/Dehradun, Dec 31: At least 88 people were injured after two loco trains collided inside a tunnel of the under-construction Vishnugad-Pipalkoti hydropower project in Uttarakhands Chamoli district on Tuesday night, officials said. The accident occurred around 8.30 pm inside the Pipalkoti tunnel, where one loco train carrying workers and officials for night-shift excavation collided with [] The post 88 Injured in Loco Train Collision Inside Chamoli Hydropower Project Tunnel appeared first on Northlines .
Security Scare On New Years Eve, Explosives-Laden Car Seized In Rajasthan
An explosives-laden car with 150 kg of illegal ammonium nitrate concealed in bags of urea fertilizer was found in Rajasthans Tonk on New Years Eve today. The post Security Scare On New Years Eve, Explosives-Laden Car Seized In Rajasthan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Retired employees re-engagement allowed only in exceptional cases: J&K Minister amid row
Srinagar: Stating that government has no blanket policy for the re-engagement of retired employees, Jammu and Kashmir Agriculture Minister Javed Ahmad Dar on Wednesday said that such extensions are granted only in exceptional cases where specific expertise is essential. Speaking with reporters in Srinagar, the Minister,, said that as of now no such []
Zomato, Swiggy Offer Increased Payout To Gig Workers Amid Strike Call By Unions On New Years Eve
NEW DELHI, Dec 31: Food delivery platforms Zomato and Swiggy are offering more incentives to their delivery partners, a standard practice they follow on festive periods, to ensure minimal disruptions in services on New Years Eve amid strike call by gig workers unions. Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPWU) and Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers (IFAT) have claimed that lakhs of workers are set to join the nationwide strike to demand better payouts and improved working conditions. The [] The post Zomato, Swiggy Offer Increased Payout To Gig Workers Amid Strike Call By Unions On New Years Eve appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Fresh Snowfall Blankets Kashmirs Higher Reaches Amid Unusually Warm Winter
Srinagar, Dec 31: Fresh snowfall blanketed several areas in the higher reaches of Kashmir with the Meteorological department forecasting light to moderate precipitation at most places over the next 24 hours, officials said on Wednesday. Owing to a cloud cover, the night temperatures remained higher than the seasonal average and settled above the freezing point at most places, the officials said. Despite the fresh snow, the valley continues to experience an unusually warm winter, with temperatures remaining three to seven [] The post Fresh Snowfall Blankets Kashmirs Higher Reaches Amid Unusually Warm Winter appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K: Pistol, Grenades, Cash Seized in Ganderbal Operation
Srinagar, Dec 31: Jammu and Kashmir Police on Wednesday said they recovered a Chinese-made pistol, two hand grenades, ammunition and cash amounting to 8.40 lakh from two persons in Ganderbal district. A senior police officer said the recovery was made during a late-evening operation conducted by Police Station Ganderbal in coordination with the Special Operations [] The post J&K: Pistol, Grenades, Cash Seized in Ganderbal Operation appeared first on Northlines .
Thailand repatriates 18 detained Cambodian soldiers
BANGKOK, Dec 31: Thailands Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) issued a statement on Wednesday, saying that Thailand has repatriated 18 detained Cambodian soldiers to Cambodia. In the statement, the MFA stated that the repatriation is in line with paragraph 11 of the Joint Statement between Thailand and Cambodia signed at the 3rd Special General Border Committee Meeting on Dec. 27, 2025, which states that the 18 Cambodian soldiers will be returned to Cambodia after the ceasefire has been fully maintained [] The post Thailand repatriates 18 detained Cambodian soldiers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
88 Injured In Loco Train Collision In Hydropower Project Tunnel In Chamoli
Gopeshwar/Dehradun, Dec 31: Eighty-eight people were injured in a loco train collision inside the Pipalkoti tunnel of the under-construction Vishnugad-Pipalkoti hydropower project in Chamoli district, an official said. One of the trains had workers and officials on board, while the other carried material. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami ordered proper treatment for the injured. Chamoli District Magistrate Gaurav Kumar said that the accident occurred around 8.30 pm on Tuesday at the TBM (Tunnel Boring Machine) site inside the tunnel [] The post 88 Injured In Loco Train Collision In Hydropower Project Tunnel In Chamoli appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
