Three Kashmiri scientists discover new species of Hoverfly
Srinagar, Aug 07: In a remarkable feat, three Kashmiri scientists have discovered a new fascinating species of Hoverfly that expertly mimics Wasps in the high-altitude alpine forests of Kashmir. The finding not only adds to understanding of the rich insect...
Lieutenant Governor Joined Drug-Free J&K Campaign Padyatra in Baramulla
SRINAGAR, MAY 12: The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today joined the Drug-Free Jammu Kashmir campaign in Baramulla, engaging with citizens and participating in a Padyatra. The Lieutenant Governor also announced the launch of two innovative pillars under the campaign for the next 69 days- the Community Immunization Program against drugs and the Family Fortress [] The post Lieutenant Governor Joined Drug-Free J&K Campaign Padyatra in Baramulla appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Alcohol Remarks Misconstrued, Govt Not Supporting it: Minister Javed Dar
SRINAGAR: Cabinet Minister Javed Ahmad Dar on Tuesday clarified that the government is not supporting alcohol consumption and said recent remarks on the issue were being misconstrued. Talking to reporters here, Minister Dar maintained that an alcohol ban is desired in the Union Territory. The governments stand on alcohol remains clear and efforts are underway []
LoP Sharma Attends Swearing-in Ceremony of Assam CM
SRINAGAR: Leader of Opposition Sunil Kumar Sharma on Tuesday attended the swearing-in ceremony of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in Guwahati. Sunil Kumar Sharma was present at the oath-taking ceremony. Sharma, who served as co-incharge of the BJP for the Assam elections, had spent considerable time devising strategy and campaigning for the party in []
JKLA Speaker Set to Reconstitute House Committees for 202627
SRINAGAR: In a significant move, the Speaker of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly will soon reconstitute House committees, sources disclosed. Sources said that Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather is expected to constitute House committees, including three financial committees, for the year 202627. The constitution of the committees is expected to be finalized within the next few []
Hailstorms Damage Apple Orchards, Standing Crops in Kashmir Parts
SRINAGAR: Severe hailstorms accompanied by heavy rainfall caused extensive damage to orchards and standing crops across several parts of Kashmir, leaving growers worried about heavy losses during a crucial stage of the fruit season. The hailstorm affected many areas in south Kashmirs parts and north Kashmirs Kupwara, Bandipora and Baramulla districts, where apple orchards, vegetables []
J&K Bank commissions new ATMs at ILBS Delhi, Rakiban Rajouri
Srinagar, May 12: Reinforcing its commitment towards expanding accessible digital banking infrastructure, J&K Bank today commissioned two new ATMs at prominent locations in New Delhi and Rajouri to enhance customer convenience and strengthen banking outreach. In New Delhi, the Bank commissioned a new ATM at the prestigious Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences (ILBS), Vasant [] The post J&K Bank commissions new ATMs at ILBS Delhi, Rakiban Rajouri appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
SKIMS to Fill Nearly 1,200 Paramedical Posts, Including 500 Nursing Vacancies
SRINAGAR: Director SKIMS Mohammad Ashraf Ganie on Tuesday said that nearly 1,200 paramedical posts across different cadres are under consideration for recruitment, including around 500 positions for nursing staff. Addressing the International Nurses Day celebrations at SKIMS here, Ganie said, Proposed recruitment process is expected to substantially reduce the shortage of nursing staff at SKIMS []
NRPC Rebukes Jammu Kashmir for Power Dues Defaults
SRINAGAR: The Northern Regional Power Committee (NRPC) has revealed that Jammu Kashmir has consistently neglected to clear deviation and reactive energy charges, payments that are mandatorily due within 10 days under the DSM Regulations. NRPC said that the Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre (NRLDC) is operating and maintaining the Northern Region Pool Account for deviation []
Jammu Kashmir: Admin Seeks Proof After Lion Sighting Claims Spark Panic and Social Media Rumours
SRINAGAR: The administration in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir has sought evidence from individuals who claimed that a lion was sighted in Banwat village, after the reports triggered panic among locals and spread rapidly on social media. In a notice issued by the Office of the Tehsildar Haveli, officials said certain persons had publicly []
Krishna Dhaba Killing Case: High Court Upholds PSA Detention of Kashmir Youth
SRINAGAR: The High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh at Srinagar has upheld the preventive detention of 18-year-old Vilayat Aziz Mir of Pulwama under the Jammu and Kashmir Public Safety Act (PSA), observing that the allegations against him indicated a potential threat to the security of the Union Territory. The judgment was delivered on April []
143 Arrested, Assets Worth Over Rs 21 Crore Seized in Anti-Drug Drive in Srinagar: Police
SRINAGAR: Police in central Kashmirs Srinagar district have intensified anti-narcotics operations under the ongoing War Against Drugs campaign, part of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, registering 101 cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act and arresting 143 individuals involved in drug-related offences. Police said multiple operations across the district led to the recovery []
Day eleventh of Mega Free Medical Camp Witnesses Continued Public Participation at MIMC Devachan
Leh, May 12, 2026: The Mega Free Medical Camp, organised as part of the ongoing Sacred Exposition of the Holy Relics of the Tathagata Buddha in Ladakh, continued successfully on its ninth day at the Mahabodhi Karuna Charitable Hospital Devachan Campus, Leh, witnessing continued participation from the public. The camp is being organised by the [] The post Day eleventh of Mega Free Medical Camp Witnesses Continued Public Participation at MIMC Devachan appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
CS Atal Dulloo Reviews Implementation Of PM-JAY SEHAT In J&K
SRINAGAR, May 12: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired the Governing Council Meeting of the State Health Agency (SHA), during which a comprehensive review of the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) and AB PM-JAY SEHAT scheme across Jammu and Kashmir was undertaken. The meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary, Finance; Commissioner Secretary, Health and Medical Education Department; Commissioner Secretary, Planning; Secretary, Information Technology; Director, SKIMS; Principal, Government Medical College, Srinagar/Jammu besides other [] The post CS Atal Dulloo Reviews Implementation Of PM-JAY SEHAT In J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Lieutenant Governor Visits Vibrant Village Uran Bowa in Baramulla
SRINAGAR, MAY 12: The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today visited Vibrant Village, Uran Bowa in Baramulla, reviewed ongoing schemes and addressed a public gathering. The Lieutenant Governor said, under the leadership of Honble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, border villages distance from Delhi has reduced. They are connected to the mainstream of development and [] The post Lieutenant Governor Visits Vibrant Village Uran Bowa in Baramulla appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Transfer and posting/adjustment of Assistant Executive Engineers (Civil).
Government of Jammu & Kashmir Public Works (R&B) Department Civil Secretariat, Jammu/Srinagar Government Order No. 165-PW (R&B) of 2026 Dated: 12.05.2026 WHEREAS, vide Government Order No. 120-PW(R&B) of 2026 Dated 10.04.2026, Government Order No. 137-PW(R&B) of 2026 Dated 22.04.2026 and Government Order No. 155-PW(R&B) of 2026 Dated 04.05.2026, 124 Assistant Engineers/ In-charge Assistant Engineers (Civil) have been placed as In-charge Assistant Executive Engineers (Civil) on stop-gap arrangement basis and are awaiting orders of further adjustment; NOW THEREFORE, in the interest [] The post Transfer and posting/adjustment of Assistant Executive Engineers (Civil). appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DHS Jammu Sets Up Committee For Gazetted Officers APR, Promotion Cases
JAMMU, May 12: Director Health Services (DHS) Jammu has constituted a committee to monitor and ensure timely disposal of Time Bound Promotion cases and Annual Performance Reports (APRs) of Gazetted Officers. The post DHS Jammu Sets Up Committee For Gazetted Officers APR, Promotion Cases appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
War On Iran About Oil, Not For Wiping Out Civilisation: Hosabale Of RSS
New Delhi, May 12: The war in West Asia is not a civilisational conflict but it is about oil, RSS General Secretary Dattareya Hosabale said on Tuesday, adding that India can play a role in appealing to the good sense of nations and leaders. In a video interview to PTI, Hosabale, the second-in-command of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), said wars are generally a product of a wicked mind or the greed and arrogance of nations or individuals. Asked if he [] The post War On Iran About Oil, Not For Wiping Out Civilisation: Hosabale Of RSS appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Manoj Sinha Leads Anti-Drug March in Baramulla, Vows to Crack Down on Traffickers
Srinagar, May 12: Jammu and Kashmirs Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha participated in the Drug-Free Jammu Kashmir campaign in Baramulla on Tuesday. He engaged with citizens and joined the march. During the event, LG Sinha assured the public, We will pursue every rupee, every asset, and every fake company of drug traffickers. Those ruining our youths ... Read more LG Manoj Sinha Leads Anti-Drug March in Baramulla, Vows to Crack Down on Traffickers
Terrorist Killed As Army Foils Infiltration Bid In J&Ks Poonch
Jammu, May 12: The Indian Army on Tuesday foiled an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmirs Poonch district, killing one terrorist in the Krishna Ghati sector, officials said. Acting on specific surveillance inputs, alert troops noticed suspicious movement around 300 metres inside the Indian side of the LoC in the Krishna Ghati sector at around 4 pm, the officials said. They said the troops swiftly engaged the infiltrator and foiled the infiltration bid, ensuring [] The post Terrorist Killed As Army Foils Infiltration Bid In J&Ks Poonch appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
260 AEEs/In-charge AEEs Transferred, Posted In R&B Department
JAMMU, May 12: The Jammu and Kashmir Government today ordered the transfer, posting and adjustment of 260 Assistant Executive Engineers (AEEs) and In-charge Assistant Executive Engineers (Civil) in the Public Works (R&B) Department with immediate effect. See Order Copy Click Here The post 260 AEEs/In-charge AEEs Transferred, Posted In R&B Department appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
We Take Responsibility; Process To Hold NEET-UG Re-Exam To Begin In 7-10 Days: NTA DG Abhishek Singh
New Delhi, May 12: Taking responsibility for the cancellation of the NEET UG 2026 over allegations of paper leak, the Director General of the National Testing Agency, Abhishek Singh, on Tuesday said the schedule for the re-examination would be announced within the next seven to 10 days. The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Tuesday cancelled the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate), or NEET, held on May 3 for medical admissions amid allegations of paper leak, with the government asking [] The post We Take Responsibility; Process To Hold NEET-UG Re-Exam To Begin In 7-10 Days: NTA DG Abhishek Singh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Govt Orders Major Reshuffle In Health Department, 22 Doctors Transferred
JAMMU, May 12: The Jammu and Kashmir Health and Medical Education Department on Monday ordered a major reshuffle in the health sector by transferring and posting 22 doctors across various districts and health institutions in the Union Territory. According to Government Order No. 411-JK(HME) of 2026 dated May 12, the transfers have been made in the interest of administration and patient care with immediate effect. Among the key transfers, Dr. Sanjay Arora has been posted as I/C State Malariologist, while [] The post J&K Govt Orders Major Reshuffle In Health Department, 22 Doctors Transferred appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Tehsildar Issues Notice Over Rumours of Lion Sighting in J&Ks Poonch
JAMMU, May 12: The Tehsildar Haveli in Poonch district has issued a notice to persons who allegedly circulated and confirmed reports on social media and through interviews claiming that a lion was seen roaming in Banwat village. The administration said preliminary verification conducted at the local level found the information to be false and misleading, adding that no such wild animal has ever been naturally found or reported in the entire Pir Panjal region. The notice stated that the rumours [] The post Tehsildar Issues Notice Over Rumours of Lion Sighting in J&Ks Poonch appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Manoj Sinha Visits Vibrant Village Uran Bowa In Baramulla
SRINAGAR, May 12: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today visited Vibrant Village, Uran Bowa in Baramulla, reviewed ongoing schemes and addressed a public gathering. The Lieutenant Governor said, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, border villages distance from Delhi has reduced. They are connected to the mainstream of development and it is commitment of the Government of India to ensure that border villages become symbol of inclusive development. The people of our border villages, especially farmers, youth and [] The post LG Manoj Sinha Visits Vibrant Village Uran Bowa In Baramulla appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Anti-drug drive wont yield results if liquor menace ignored: Mirwaiz
SRINAGAR: Kashmirs chief cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Monday said the ongoing anti-drug campaign wont achieve the desired results unless action is also taken against liquor, which he said was equally harmful to society and destroying families. Talking to reporters on the sidelines of an event here, the Mirwaiz said the campaign against drugs should []
Delhi Minister Takes e-rickshaw Heeding Modis Advice To Shun Fuel-Driven Cars
NEW DELHI, May 12: In the wake of Prime Minister Narendra Modi urging citizens to rely on public transport amid the ongoing West Asia crisis, Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood on Tuesday travelled by Delhi Metro and later took an e-rickshaw for a school interaction visit in east Delhi. Sood was seen interacting with commuters during his metro journey and later boarding an e-rickshaw after getting stuck in traffic. The ministers visit was part of an interaction programme with heads [] The post Delhi Minister Takes e-rickshaw Heeding Modis Advice To Shun Fuel-Driven Cars appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
MoU signed between anti-cyber crime agency 14C, RBIH to curb mule accounts: Amit Shah
NEW DELHI, May 12: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday announced that the countrys anti-cyber crime agency I4C signed an MoU with Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH) to curb the menace of mule accounts used by cyber criminals to cheat gullible victims. In a message posted on X, he said mule accounts are big hurdles in curbing cyber crimes. Today, the I4C under MHA signed an MoU with Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH) unleashing the power of Artificial Intelligence [] The post MoU signed between anti-cyber crime agency 14C, RBIH to curb mule accounts: Amit Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Its For Responsible Nations To Reflect: India On China Supporting Pak During Operation Sindoor
NEW DELHI, May 12: India on Tuesday said that reports of China supporting Pakistan during Operation Sindoor corroborate what was known earlier and it is for nations that consider themselves responsible to reflect whether supporting attempts to protect terrorist infrastructure affects their standing. Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated this while responding to a question on Chinese official media reports that admitted to Beijing providing technical support to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor carried out by India in May [] The post Its For Responsible Nations To Reflect: India On China Supporting Pak During Operation Sindoor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The Ethnic Fashion Guide: Womens Suit Trends, Fabrics, and Best Picks
Indian ethnic fashion has never had a shortage of options, but the suit for women has always been the category that makes the most practical sense. It is complete on its own, it works across every occasion from a regular workday to a wedding function, and in the right fabric, it manages to be both beautiful and genuinely comfortable. The challenge has never been finding a suit; it has been finding the right one. What BIBAs current womens suit set [] The post The Ethnic Fashion Guide: Womens Suit Trends, Fabrics, and Best Picks appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Stock markets tank 2 pc as elevated oil prices, US-Iran tensions weigh on sentiment
MUMBAI, May 12: Equity benchmark indices ended lower for the fourth consecutive session on Tuesday, with the Sensex and Nifty tumbling nearly 2 per cent, as a spike in crude oil prices and uncertainty surrounding the West Asia conflict clouded markets confidence. Unabated foreign fund outflows and the rupee depreciating to a lifetime low also impacted investor sentiment. Amid a widespread sell-off, the 30-share BSE Sensex tanked 1,456.04 points, or 1.92 per cent, to settle at 74,559.24. During the day, [] The post Stock markets tank 2 pc as elevated oil prices, US-Iran tensions weigh on sentiment appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
JKBOSE Declares Class 11 Results for Summer Zone
SRINAGAR:Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education on Tuesday declared the Class 11 Annual Regular examination results for the Summer Zone of Jammu Division. Students who appeared in the examination can check their results through the official JKBOSE results portalusing their roll number and registration details. Result Link
Maruti Suzuki selects 6 start-ups to co-create new-age tech-based biz solutions
NEW DELHI, May 12: Maruti Suzuki India Ltd on Tuesday said it has selected six startups from the 10th cohort of its flagship accelerator program to co-create new-age technology-based business solutions. These solutions aim to further improve safety and efficiency in plant operations, reduce product development time, strengthen material-level traceability, and further enhance customer experience, the company said in a statement. The selected startups are Goat Robotics, SheerDrive, Schijnenn Digital, GenbaNEXT, Swayatt Drishtigochar, and Swiftex. They have been [] The post Maruti Suzuki selects 6 start-ups to co-create new-age tech-based biz solutions appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Retail inflation inches up to 3.48 pc in April: Govt data
NEW DELHI, May 12: Retail inflation rose marginally to 3.48 per cent in April compared to 3.40 per cent in the preceding month, mainly due to an uptick in food prices. Food inflation, as per the Consumer Price Index (CPI), was 4.2 per cent last month compared to 3.87 per cent in March. The year-on-year inflation rate based on All India Consumer Price Index (CPI) with base year 2024 for April was 3.48 per cent, according to the National Statistics [] The post Retail inflation inches up to 3.48 pc in April: Govt data appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pakistan calls report on Iranian aircraft parked at airbase misleading
ISLAMABAD, May 12: Pakistan on Tuesday rejected as misleading a US media report that claimed Islamabad allowed Iranian military aircraft to park on its airfield to potentially shield them from American airstrikes, while playing the role of mediator between the two sides. In a statement, the Foreign Office said that the Iranian aircraft currently parked in the country arrived during the ceasefire period following the initial round of US-Iran peace talks and bears no linkage to any military contingency or [] The post Pakistan calls report on Iranian aircraft parked at airbase misleading appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Sinha Launches Two Anti-Drug Programmes For Action Rooted In Family, Community Support
SRINAGAR, May 12: Jammu and Kashmir LG Manoj Sinha on Tuesday launched two initiatives as part of the ongoing anti-drug campaign in the UT and said addiction victims must be treated with dignity, reconnecting them to societys mainstream through resolve and compassion. The remarks came as Sinha led a march in Baramulla and engaged with citizens under the 100-day Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyan launched on April 5. The two new initiatives Community Immunisation Programme and Family Fortress Initiative [] The post LG Sinha Launches Two Anti-Drug Programmes For Action Rooted In Family, Community Support appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
JKBOSE Class 11 Result 2026 Declared
JKBOSE Class 11 Result 2026 Declared See Result Click Here.. The post JKBOSE Class 11 Result 2026 Declared appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
352 Tonnes of Waste Left Untreated Daily in Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir is generating nearly 1,557 tonnes of municipal solid waste every day, while hundreds of tonnes remain untreated and several towns continue to rely on local dumping sites due to incomplete infrastructure and stalled waste management projects. The figures have emerged in the Governments affidavit and Action Taken Report submitted before the []
Union Mines Ministry Launches 2nd Tranche Of E-Auction For 12 Limestone Blocks In J&K
SRINAGAR, May 12: The Union Ministry of Mines on Tuesday launched the second tranche of e-auction for 12 limestone blocks in Jammu and Kashmir, marking another major milestone towards transparent, sustainable and investor-friendly mineral development in the Union Territory. Ministry of Mines Secretary Piyush Goyal officially launched the tranche at a function here. Addressing the gathering, he highlighted the transformative reforms and amendments undertaken by the ministry to simplify processes, strengthen transparency and improve ease of doing business in the [] The post Union Mines Ministry Launches 2nd Tranche Of E-Auction For 12 Limestone Blocks In J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir Govt Assigns In-Charge Assistant Engineer Roles to 13 JEs in R and B Department
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has assigned temporary charge of Assistant Engineer (Civil) posts to 13 Junior Engineers in the Public Works (R and B) Department, pending regular appointments under the prescribed recruitment rules. According to Government Order No. 163-PW(R and B) of 2026 dated May 11, issued by the Public Works (R and []
Nursing Personnel Exemplify Highest Standards Of Service: President Murmu
NEW DELHI, May 12: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday conferred the National Florence Nightingale Awards for 2026 on 15 nursing professionals in recognition of their exemplary service and contribution to strengthening public healthcare delivery. Nursing personnel exemplify the highest standards of service and play a crucial role in delivering quality healthcare, often in the most challenging circumstances. I commend all the awardees for their inspiring devotion to duty and their tireless efforts in upholding the highest standards of patient care, [] The post Nursing Personnel Exemplify Highest Standards Of Service: President Murmu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir Govt Approves Permanent Advance For Urgent Land Acquisition Expenses
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has sanctioned a Permanent Advance or Imprest in favour of Deputy Commissioners functioning as Competent Authorities for Land Acquisition to facilitate urgent expenditure related to land acquisition cases across districts. According to Government Order No. 162-PW(R and B) of 2026 dated May 11, 2026, issued by the Public Works []
Malaysia searches for 14 missing Indonesians after boat sinks
KUALA LUMPUR, May 12: Malaysian authorities searched Tuesday for 14 missing Indonesians after a boat carrying 37 people sank a day earlier. The maritime office in central Perak state said that 23 people were rescued Monday by a local fishing vessel after the boat capsized off Pangkor island in Perak. The vessel was believed to be carrying undocumented migrants. Perak maritime chief Capt. Mohamad Shukri Khotob said the fishing vessel called for help after finding the people floating at sea [] The post Malaysia searches for 14 missing Indonesians after boat sinks appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
7 killed after tree-cutting dispute turns violent in northwest Pakistan
PESHAWAR, May 12: At least seven people were killed and three others sustained injuries on Tuesday during a gunfight between rival groups over a tree-cutting dispute in northwest Pakistan, police said. The incident occurred in Nowshera district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, located around 40 kilometres from the capital city, Peshawar. According to police, the clash erupted after tensions escalated between the two groups over the cutting of trees in the area. The police confirmed that seven people were killed in [] The post 7 killed after tree-cutting dispute turns violent in northwest Pakistan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Govt Approves Permanent Advance For Urgent Land Acquisition Expenses
JAMMU, May 12: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has approved sanction of permanent advance or imprest in favour of Deputy Commissioners functioning as Competent Authorities for Land Acquisition to meet urgent expenses related to land acquisition works. See Order Copy Click Here.. The post J&K Govt Approves Permanent Advance For Urgent Land Acquisition Expenses appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PWD Assigns AE Charge To Er Yasin Rashid, 12 JEs Made In-charge AEs
JAMMU, May 12: The Public Works (Road and Buildings) Department has assigned the charge of Assistant Engineer (Civil) to Er Yasin Rashid Saraf, Junior Engineer (Civil), on a temporary look-after basis till further orders. Meanwhile, 12 Diploma Holder Junior Engineers (Civil) have also been placed as In-charge Assistant Engineers in their own pay and grade with immediate effect. They are Iftikhar Bashir, Kuldeep Raj, Anil Kumar, Syed Muzaffar Ali Rafaie, Deepak Gupta, Dushyant Kesar, Mohd Tahir Neka, Raja Aftab Ahmad, [] The post PWD Assigns AE Charge To Er Yasin Rashid, 12 JEs Made In-charge AEs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Sinha Launches Two New Pillars Of Drug-Free J&K Campaign During Baramulla Padyatra
Baramulla, May 12: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday joined the Drug-Free Jammu and Kashmir campaign in north Kashmirs Baramulla district, where he participated in a massive padyatra alongside citizens and announced the launch of two innovative pillars under the anti-drug campaign for the next 69 days the Community Immunization Program against Drugs and the Family Fortress Initiative. Addressing the gathering, the Lieutenant Governor said the administration will partner with religious leaders, social organisations, schools and NGOs to establish [] The post LG Sinha Launches Two New Pillars Of Drug-Free J&K Campaign During Baramulla Padyatra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Udhampur District Administration Bans Unauthorised Sale Of New Army Camouflage Uniform
JAMMU, May 12: The Udhampur administration on Tuesday ordered a complete ban on unauthorised sale of the newly introduced Indian Army camouflage uniform in the district to prevent cases of impersonation and misuse. The order follows reports of misuse of the uniform, raising concerns that it could be exploited by anti-social elements to impersonate serving personnel. Officials said such incidents pose a serious security concern and must be strictly curbed. District Magistrate Minga Sherpa, who issued the ban order, noted [] The post Udhampur District Administration Bans Unauthorised Sale Of New Army Camouflage Uniform appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Amid Cyber Fraud Concerns, Census 2027 Adds QR Code Verification For Door-To-Door Visits
New Delhi, May 12: Amid a rise in cyber fraud cases involving impersonation and fake government officials, authorities have implemented a QR code-based verification mechanism for enumerators and supervisors visiting households for Census 2027 in the capital. This move aims to make the door-to-door enumeration in Municipal Corporation of Delhi areas, beginning May 16, more secure and effective. Officials of the Office of the Registrar General and Census told PTI that all enumerators and supervisors (E&S) deployed for the exercise [] The post Amid Cyber Fraud Concerns, Census 2027 Adds QR Code Verification For Door-To-Door Visits appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
700 Drug Peddlers Arrested in 31 Days, Over 44,000 OPD Patients Treated: LG Sinha
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday said over 235,000 awareness and outreach events have been held so far across the Union Territory as part of the ongoing anti-drug drive. Addressing an anti-drug rally in Baramulla, LG Sinha said more than 44,000 OPD patients have been treated, nearly 700 drug smugglers []
SRINAGAR, May 12: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday said the country was heading towards an energy crisis if the West Asia conflict is not resolved soon A crisis is coming upon us, fuel crisis, gas crisis. We are heading towards destruction, Abdullah told reporters here. The former chief minister said the government wants to switch to online mode for schools in order to save fuel. However, everyone (student) does not have the online facility. We will have to [] The post Countrys Economy In Bad Shape; Energy Crisis If West Asia Conflict Not Resolved Soon: Farooq Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India Stocked With Two Months Of Fuel Supply, But OMC Losses Could Hit Rs 1 Lakh Cr: Puri
NEW DELHI, May 12: With two months of fuel stockpiles, India faces no supply concerns despite disruptions to global energy flows, Oil Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Tuesday said, while warning that state-run fuel retailers face losses of as much as Rs 1 lakh crore in a single quarter if elevated crude prices persist and retail fuel prices remain unchanged. He said that at some stage an assessment needs to be made on how long retailers can sustain losses from [] The post India Stocked With Two Months Of Fuel Supply, But OMC Losses Could Hit Rs 1 Lakh Cr: Puri appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CBI Raids Vigilance Office In Mohali Probing Bribe Matter, Nabs Several Middlemen
NEW DELHI, May 12: In a late-night raid at the Punjab Vigilance office in Mohali, the CBI arrested a number of middlemen who were allegedly collecting bribes on behalf of a senior officer of the department, officials said. A CBI team conducted the raid while probing an allegation of a bribe transaction of around 20 lakh, they said. The arrested middlemen were provided police security by the Punjab government, officials said. The officer of the vigilance department is said to [] The post CBI Raids Vigilance Office In Mohali Probing Bribe Matter, Nabs Several Middlemen appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Chinar Corps Honours Naib Subedar Who Died In Line Of Duty In Baramulla
SRINAGAR, May 12: The Army on Tuesday honoured the supreme sacrifice of Naib Subedar Hira Bahadur Pandey, who died while on operational duty in Jammu and Kashmirs Baramulla district. While the Army Srinagar-based Chinar Corps did not specify the exact circumstances behind the incident, sources said the jawan died after an accidental fall during a night patrol in the Rafiabad area of the district. In a post on X, the Chinar Corps said his courage and dedication will forever inspire [] The post Chinar Corps Honours Naib Subedar Who Died In Line Of Duty In Baramulla appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM Modis appeal indicates deepening economic crisis: Mayawati
LUCKNOW, May 12: Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati on Tuesday said the prime ministers austerity appeal proves that the crisis confronting India is not limited merely to petroleum products, but it is a broader economic crisis set to deepen. In a post on X, Mayawati referred to the appeal by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to exercise restraint amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia and highlighted particularly the concerns regarding the energy crisis and foreign exchange reserves. This proves that [] The post PM Modis appeal indicates deepening economic crisis: Mayawati appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Manoj Sinha Leads Anti-drug Rally in Baramulla
SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday led a massive Nasha Mukt anti-drug rally in north Kashmirs Baramulla district, with thousands of people participating in the awareness campaign against substance abuse. The rally witnessed participation from government officials, students, civil society members and people from different sections of society, who joined the programme to reaffirm []
PMs Austerity Measures Most Stringent; People Need To Know Economys Condition: Kejriwal
NEW DELHI, May 12: AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi over austerity measures he has asked people to follow and said he needs to tell people about the condition of the countrys economy. Addressing a press conference, Kejriwal said the country has passed through crises, including wars, in the past, but no prime minister before Modi announced seven most stringent steps, requesting people to follow them. He also said the obvious reason behind the [] The post PMs Austerity Measures Most Stringent; People Need To Know Economys Condition: Kejriwal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Manoj Sinha Leads Nasha Mukt Anti-Drug Rally In J&Ks Baramulla
Baramulla, May 12: Thousands of people on Monday participated in a massive Nasha Mukt anti-drug rally in north Kashmirs Baramulla district, led by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha. The rally witnessed enthusiastic participation from government officials, students, civil society members, and citizens from different walks of life, all joining hands to reaffirm their commitment towards building a drug-free society. Participants carried placards and raised slogans highlighting the dangers of drug abuse and the need for collective efforts to eradicate the menace [] The post LG Manoj Sinha Leads Nasha Mukt Anti-Drug Rally In J&Ks Baramulla appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Centre Launches Second Tranche of Limestone Block Auctions in Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: The Ministry of Mines on Tuesday launched the second tranche of limestone block auctions in Jammu and Kashmir during an event held in Srinagar, in a move aimed at tapping the Union Territorys mineral resources and boosting industrial development. Officials said the initiative is intended to strengthen Jammu and Kashmirs contribution to the Centres []
Jammu Kashmir Can Ban Alcohol If Centre Compensates Revenue Loss: NC President
SRINAGAR: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday said a ban on liquor in Jammu and Kashmir could be implemented if the Centre compensates the Union Territory for the resulting loss in revenue. Speaking to reporters amid the ongoing political debate over liquor trade in Jammu and Kashmir, Abdullah said habitual drinkers would continue to []
Over 17 Lakh Kanals of State Land Under Encroachment in Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Official data has revealed that more than 17 lakh kanals of state land are under encroachment across Jammu and Kashmir, with the Jammu division accounting for over 14 lakh kanals and the Kashmir division over 3 lakh kanals. According to figures placed in the public domain, entries relating to approximately 17,27,247 kanals of encroached []
Property Worth Rs 1.2 Crore of Alleged Drug Peddler Attached in Srinagar
SRINAGAR: Police in central Kashmirs Srinagar district have attached immovable property, including a double-storey residential house and land valued at around Rs 1.2 crore, in the Hazratbal area as part of its ongoing crackdown on drug trafficking under the Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyan, officials said on Tuesday. The property, located at Gasoo Hazratbal, belongs []
Farooq Abdullah Says J&K Can Ban Alcohol In Two Minutes If Centre Compensates Revenue Loss
SRINAGAR, May 12: Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday said the J&K Government could ban alcohol in two minutes if the Centre compensate for the loss of revenue. Speaking on the ongoing controversy over liquor outlets, Abdullah said he personally does not consume alcohol but maintained that those who drink would procure it from outside Jammu and Kashmir if it was not available locally. I do not drink alcohol. Those who drink [] The post Farooq Abdullah Says J&K Can Ban Alcohol In Two Minutes If Centre Compensates Revenue Loss appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
14 Lakh Kanals Of State Land Encroached In Jammu, 3 Lakh In Kashmir: Official Data
JAMMU, May 12: More than 17 lakh kanals of state land have been encroached by the land mafia across Jammu and Kashmir, with Jammu division accounting for over 14 lakh kanals, more than three times the figure recorded in Kashmir division, while Rajouri district topped the list among all 20 districts, official data said. According to the official figures, a total of around 17,27,247 kanals of encroached state land entries were expunged from revenue records across Jammu and Kashmir. Of [] The post 14 Lakh Kanals Of State Land Encroached In Jammu, 3 Lakh In Kashmir: Official Data appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Region moving towards fuel, gas crisis: Dr Farooq
Srinagar, May 12: National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday warned that the region was moving towards a fuel and gas crisis, saying it could push the economy into distress and uncertainty. Speaking to reporters in Srinagar, Dr Farooq said global tensions and ongoing geopolitical conflicts could further worsen the situation. We are going towards a crisis, a fuel crisis, a gas crisis and heading towards destruction, he said, adding that if the situation persists, it is difficult to predict the consequences for the economy. He also said there was a need to find a way out, warning that continued uncertainty could have severe implications. (KNO)
Eliminating undernutrition could prevent up to 2.3 million TB cases globally: Study
New Delhi, May 12: Addressing undernutrition could prevent up to 2.3 million tuberculosis cases worldwide, representing 23.7 per cent of infections among adults in 2023, according to a modelling study published in The Lancet Global Health journal. India could have seen the highest reduction in tuberculosis (TB) cases if undernutrition was addressed, followed by Indonesia, the Philippines and Pakistan, researchers, including those from London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, estimated. We estimated that eliminating moderate-to-severe undernutrition could avert 14 [] The post Eliminating undernutrition could prevent up to 2.3 million TB cases globally: Study appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Vijay orders closure of 717 liquor shops across TN
Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Tuesday, May 12, ordered the closure of 717 retail liquor outlets, including 276 shops near places of worship across the state. Considering the welfare of the public, Vijay issued orders to shut down the retail liquor outlets, an official release said. Accordingly, 276 outlets near places 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 .
NTA Cancels NEET UG 2026 Over Paper Leak, Re-Examination Dates To Be Announced Soon
NEW DELHI, May 12: The National Testing Agency has cancelled the NEET UG 2026 examination conducted on May 3 and announced that a re-examination will be held on fresh dates to be notified later. The decision was taken after inputs examined with central agencies and findings shared by law enforcement authorities indicated that the current examination process could not be allowed to stand. The government has also decided to hand over the matter to the Central Bureau of Investigation for [] The post NTA Cancels NEET UG 2026 Over Paper Leak, Re-Examination Dates To Be Announced Soon appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Fractal Analytics Q4 profit more than doubles to Rs 116 crore
NEW DELHI, May 12: AI company Fractal Analytics on Tuesday said its consolidated profit after tax has doubled to Rs 116 crore in the fourth quarter ended March 31, 2026, driven by growth in the healthcare and life sciences segment. The company had posted profit after tax (PAT) of Rs 55.5 crore in the same period a year ago, Fractal Analytics said. Growth was spearheaded by the Healthcare and Life Sciences (HLS) segment, which grew 82 per cent YoY in [] The post Fractal Analytics Q4 profit more than doubles to Rs 116 crore appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Brookfield India REIT to distribute Rs 456 cr in Q4 to unitholders, NOI rises to Rs 743 cr
NEW DELHI, May 12: Brookfield India Real Estate Trust has reported a 52 per cent increase in net operating income to Rs 742.9 crore and declared a distribution of Rs 456 crore to unitholders for the March quarter. According to a regulatory filing, the companys net operating income (NOI) rose to Rs 2,291.3 crore during the last fiscal from Rs 1,854 crore in 2024-25. The board declared distribution of Rs 456.43 crore/ Rs 5.50 per unit for the quarter ended [] The post Brookfield India REIT to distribute Rs 456 cr in Q4 to unitholders, NOI rises to Rs 743 cr appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
In BJP-ECs Chor Bazaar, Bigger The Theft, Bigger The Reward: Rahuls Dig At WB Govt Appointments
NEW DELHI, May 12: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday took a swipe at the appointments of erstwhile chief election officer Manoj Agarwal as the new West Bengal chief secretary and Subrata Gupta as the chief advisor to Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, saying that in the BJP-EC chor bazaar, the bigger the theft, the bigger the reward. The Congress has claimed that the appointments reflected the brazen collusion and connivance between the Election Commission and the BJP. In a post [] The post In BJP-ECs Chor Bazaar, Bigger The Theft, Bigger The Reward: Rahuls Dig At WB Govt Appointments appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Asian shares trade mixed after Wall Street rally despite Iran war worries
TOKYO, May 12: Asian shares traded mixed early Tuesday as optimism encouraged by a record rally on Wall Street clashed with anxiety about surging oil prices and a possible AI bubble. Japans benchmark Nikkei 225 added 0.7 per cent to 62,881.03. South Koreas Kospi dropped 1.2 per cent to 7,726.30, in what analysts are categorising as fallout from overreliance on fraying AI hopes. Global equities remain dangerously dependent on a tiny cluster of AI leaders, creating a rally structure that [] The post Asian shares trade mixed after Wall Street rally despite Iran war worries appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Himanta Takes Oath As Assam CM For Second Successive Term
GUWAHATI, May 12: Himanta Biswa Sarma was sworn in as the chief minister of Assam for the second consecutive term on Tuesday. Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya administered the oath of office to Sarma at a grand ceremony held at the Veterinary Ground in Khanapara area in Guwahati. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union ministers Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari, Sarbananda Sonowal, Pabitra Margherita, chief ministers and deputy chief ministers of BJP-ruled states and BJP president Nitin Nabin were present at [] The post Himanta Takes Oath As Assam CM For Second Successive Term appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vin Diesel to executive produce Fast & Furious series
LOS ANGELES, May 12: The series on Universals acclaimed action movie franchise Fast & Furious is in development at Peacock with Vin Diesel attached to executive-produce it. The actor made the announcement on stage at the NBCUniversal upfront presentation on Monday, according to the entertainment news outlet Deadline. Peacock is launching four shows in the Fast and the Furious universe, he said. The pilot will be written by Mike Daniels. Other details about the project are kept under wraps. With [] The post Vin Diesel to executive produce Fast & Furious series appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sri Lanka: 173 Indians among foreigners arrested in latest cyber crime crackdown
COLOMBO, May 12: As many as 173 Indians are among nearly 200 foreigners arrested in Sri Lanka as part of the latest drive in an ongoing crackdown on cybercrime operations, police said on Tuesday. A group of 198 foreigners, comprising 173 Indians and 25 Nepalese, were arrested in the southern resort areas of Galle, Hikkaduwa and Midigama late on Monday. Those arrested, aged between 25 and 35, will be charged with abusing tourist visas by overstaying and finding employment, possessing [] The post Sri Lanka: 173 Indians among foreigners arrested in latest cyber crime crackdown appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Malaysia, Tamil Nadu share deep ties: PM Ibrahim congratulates new CM Vijay
KUALA LUMPUR, May 12: Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Tuesday hailed the deep ties between his country and Tamil Nadu, as he congratulated actor-turned-politician Chandrasekar Joseph Vijay on becoming the southern Indian states new chief minister. In a post on X, Ibrahim said for many years, Vijays adoring fans watched him defeat corrupt politicians and assorted villains within three hours, usually after a short interval. The people of Tamil Nadu have now entrusted Vijay with a responsibility far greater [] The post Malaysia, Tamil Nadu share deep ties: PM Ibrahim congratulates new CM Vijay appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Trump seriously considering resuming hostilities in Middle East: Reports
MOSCOW, May 12: US President Donald Trump is seriously considering resuming hostilities in the Middle East, CNN reported citing presidential aides. Earlier, after a conversation with Trump, Fox News stated that the White House was considering resuming Operation Project Freedom to restore shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, with an expanded military role. Trump is increasingly frustrated with Irans stance in the negotiations to resolve the conflict, and he is now more seriously considering resuming large-scale military operations than he [] The post Trump seriously considering resuming hostilities in Middle East: Reports appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Caracas says protested against UN Secretary-Generals remarks about situation in country
MEXICO CITY, May 12: Venezuela has formally protested UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterress remarks about the country, stating that they contradict the principles of neutrality, objectivity and impartiality. The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela expresses its strongest protest over the statements made by United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres regarding the Venezuelan state, the ministry said in a statement on Monday. The statement added that the UN chiefs recent remarks contradict the principles of objectivity, prudence, impartiality, and good faith enshrined in the [] The post Caracas says protested against UN Secretary-Generals remarks about situation in country appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Two Arrested Along With Arms And Ammo In Srinagar: Police
Srinagar, May 12: Police on Monday arrested two persons along with arms, ammunition and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) posters during a naka checking in Srinagar, officials said. An official said, that a police team intercepted two persons on a bike near Baba Dem area of Srinagar during routine checking. He said the duo was stopped and during the search, police recovered one pistol, three magazines, 21 live rounds, two mobile phones and 10 LeT posters from their possession. A case FIR No. [] The post Two Arrested Along With Arms And Ammo In Srinagar: Police appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
EOW Kashmir Registers Three Cases Against Notorious Fraudster
Srinagar, May 12: The Economic Offences Wing Kashmir of Crime Branch J&K on Tuesday registered three separate cases against a Kupwara resident for allegedly cheating several persons on the pretext of providing government jobs in different departments and financial institutions, officials said. The cases were registered against Abdul Majeed Mir a resident of Lastiyal Kalaroos, Kupwara after a preliminary investigation conducted by EoW revealed that the accused had collected huge amounts of money from victims by falsely assuring them of [] The post EOW Kashmir Registers Three Cases Against Notorious Fraudster appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Vijay Orders Closure Of 717 Liquor Shops Across Tamil Nadu
CHENNAI, May 12: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Tuesday ordered the closure of 717 retail liquor outlets across the state. Considering the welfare of the public in mind, Vijay issued orders to shut down the retail liquor outlets. Accordingly, 276 outlets near places of worship, 186 shops near educational institutions, and 255 outlets near bus stands will be closed within the next two weeks, an official release said. There has been widespread demand, especially from women and [] The post CM Vijay Orders Closure Of 717 Liquor Shops Across Tamil Nadu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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Teenage Boy Dies In Fire In Seminary At J&Ks Anantnag
SRINAGAR, May 12: A 12-year-old boy died and three others sustained burn injuries in a fire in a seminary in Anantnag district on Tuesday, officials said. A fire broke out in Faizan Baba Hyder Rishi Darul Aloom at Court Road in Anantnag in which four boys sustained burn injuries, they said. One of the injured boys, Bilal Ahmad, succumbed at a hospital. The blaze was put out by the fire brigade and its cause is being ascertained. (Agencies) The post Teenage Boy Dies In Fire In Seminary At J&Ks Anantnag appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Trump getting another medical checkup at end of May: WH
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump is scheduled to see doctors for a medical and dental checkup this month his fourth publicised visit to medical experts since returning to office in what the White House describes as an annual physical and regular preventive care. Trump, who turns 80 next month and was the oldest person []
Category Certificate Issued After Cut-Off Date Invalid for Appointment: CAT
SRINAGAR: The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Srinagar Bench, has ruled that category certificates obtained after the prescribed cut-off date cannot be considered for appointment to advertised posts, observing that such consideration would amount to changing the terms of the advertisement after the selection process. The Division Bench comprising Member (Judicial) Ritu Tagore and Member (Administrative) []
EOW Kashmir registers 3 cases against serial job fraudster
Srinagar: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir has registered three cases against a Kupwara man for allegedly duping several people on the pretext of providing government jobs, officials said on Monday. In a statement, a spokesperson said the Economic Offences Wing Kashmir of Crime Branch J&K has registered three separate cases against accused Abdul Majeed []
EOW Kashmir Registers Three Cases Against Serial Job Fraudster
SRINAGAR: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has registered three separate cases against a Kupwara resident for allegedly duping multiple individuals on the pretext of providing government jobs, officials said. Officials said the accused, Abdul Majeed Mir of Lastiyal Kalaroos, Kupwara, is alleged to have collected substantial sums of money from victims []
South Kashmir: 12-Year-Old Boy Killed, Three Injured in Fire Incident at Darul Uloom
SRINAGAR: A 12-year-old boy was killed and three others were injured after a fire broke out at a Darul Uloom in south Kashmirs Anantnag district on Tuesday, officials said. An official said that the fire erupted at Faizan Baba Hyder Rishi Darul Uloom in Old Mattan Adda, leaving four boys with burn injuries. A rescue []
Pakistan parked Iranian planes on its airbases to escape US airstrikes: report
Washington, May 12: Pakistan, which is playing mediator to end the US-Iran war, allowed Iranian military aircraft to park on its airfields to shield them from American airstrikes, CBS News reported here quoting US officials. The report also claimed that Iran had also parked its civilian aircraft in neighbouring Afghanistan to protect it from US airstrikes. Reacting to the report, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham called for a complete re-evaluation of Pakistans role as a mediator to end the US-Iran war that broke out on February 28 and has been put on pause since April 8. If this reporting is accurate, it would require a complete reevaluation of the role Pakistan is playing as mediator between Iran, the United States and other parties, Graham, the Senator from South Carolina, said in a post on X. Given some of the prior statements by Pakistani defense officials towards Israel, I would not be shocked if this were true, Graham said. The CBS report, quoting unnamed US officials, said that Iran has sent multiple aircraft, including a reconnaissance and intelligence plane, to Pakistans Nur Khan airbase soon after US President Donald Trump announced the ceasefire in April. A senior Pakistan official rejected the claims involving Nur Khan Air Base, and told CBS News, that Nur Khan base is right in the heart of (the) city, a large fleet of aircraft parked there cant be hidden from (the) public eye. An Afghan civil aviation officer told CBS News that an Iranian civilian aircraft belonging to Mahan Air landed in Kabul shortly before the war started and remained parked after the closure of the Iranian airspace. The same aircraft was moved to an airport in Herat near the Iranian border after Pakistan launched attacks on Afghanistan, the Afghan officials said, adding that the Mahan Air plane was the only Iranian aircraft in the country. Pakistans reliance on China for military assistance has risen dramatically over the past decade. A Stockholm International Peace Research Institute study showed China supplied about 80 per cent of Pakistans major arms between 2020 and 2024, and Islamabad also has close economic ties with Beijing, the CBS News report said. Islamabad has attempted to navigate both sides of the crisis presenting itself to Washington as a stabilizing intermediary while avoiding steps that could alienate Tehran or China, Irans most powerful international backer, the CBS News report said.
Omar raises statehood, business rules, reservation, security, with Amit Shah
Discusses statehood, key issues concerning J&K New Delhi: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday met Union Home Minister Amit Shah here and held detailed discussions on a range of important issues concerning Jammu & Kashmir. During the meeting, the two leaders discussed several significant matters including restoration of Statehood, Transaction of Business Rules, rationalisation of []
