Delhi-Srinagar Airfares Fell To Rs 10K On Govt Intervention Post Pahalgam Terror Attack
New Delhi, Jul 21: Airfare for Srinagar-Delhi flight fell from Rs 20,000 on April 21 to less than Rs 10,000 on April 24 following government intervention to curb surge pricing in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack. In the aftermath of the Pahalgam incident, there was an apprehension of a mass exodus of tourists from J&K, which would have, in the normal course, led to a surge in airfares. Airlines were also urged to desist from surge pricing, and [] The post Delhi-Srinagar Airfares Fell To Rs 10K On Govt Intervention Post Pahalgam Terror Attack appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DDC Reasi Stresses Accelerated Action; Withholds Salaries Of 4 JEs For Poor Performance
REASI, Jul 21: To assess the implementation of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, District Development Commissioner (DDC) Nidhi Malik today chaired a high-level review meeting with senior officers of the Power Development Department (PDD) and other stakeholders, today. During the meeting, the DDC reviewed division-wise registrations, applications, and installations under the scheme. It was informed that a total of 1,057 registrations have been completed, with 207 beneficiaries having deposited the upfront cost. So far, 168 rooftop solar systems [] The post DDC Reasi Stresses Accelerated Action; Withholds Salaries Of 4 JEs For Poor Performance appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IndiGo flight with 140 passengers on board makes emergency landing at Indore airport after technical snag: Official The post IndiGo flight with 140 passengers on board makes emergency landing at Indore airport after technical snag: Official appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Inclement Weather: Reasi Admin Orders Closure Of Schools On July 22
REASI, Jul 21: In view of the prevailing inclement weather conditions, the District Administration in Reasi has ordered the closure of schools on July 22. The post Inclement Weather: Reasi Admin Orders Closure Of Schools On July 22 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Over 160 J&K Congress Leaders Leave For Delhi To Gherao Parliament
Jammu, July 21: Jammu and Kashmir Congress leadership on Monday left for the national capital under the Delhi Chalo programme to gherao Parliament, pressing for a bill for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. The party leadership lashed out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his utter failure to fulfil the demand of the people of Jammu and Kashmir, despite his repeated commitments to restore statehood, both inside and outside Parliament. The prime minister has committed to restoring [] The post Over 160 J&K Congress Leaders Leave For Delhi To Gherao Parliament appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dr Jitendra Chairs Joint Meeting Of Union Secretaries, Emphasises Industry-Led Innovation
NEW DELHI, Jul 21 : The Governments flagship BioE3 PolicyBiotechnology for Economy, Environment & Employmenttook centre stage during a high-level joint review meeting of union Secretaries from Science Ministries, chaired by Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh who emphasised Industry-led innovation. The meeting, held here, assessed cross-sectoral scientific initiatives and called for outcome-based [] The post Dr Jitendra Chairs Joint Meeting Of Union Secretaries, Emphasises Industry-Led Innovation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Police Officer Injured After Landslide Hits Vehicle In J&Ks Nagrota
Jammu, Jul 21: A landslide near Tunnel T-1 at Ban Nagrota on the JammuSrinagar National Highway (NH44) on Monday struck a vehicle, leaving a probationary DySP injured and briefly blocking the highway. The officials said that the incident occurred when boulders and debris suddenly rolled down from the mountain, hitting a car bearing registration number JK05L-7791, which was being driven by probationary DySP Athar Ahmad Bakshi. The officers car was trapped under the debris, and he sustained injuries in the [] The post Police Officer Injured After Landslide Hits Vehicle In J&Ks Nagrota appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ACB Arrests Patwari For Accepting Bribe In J&Ks Kulgam
SRINAGAR, Jul 21 : Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau traps and arrests Mushtaq Ahmad Khatana, Patwari, Patwar Halqa Banimulla, Kulgam for demanding and accepting bribe. Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau received a written complaint alleging therein that complainant had submitted an application in tehsil Office Pahloo, Kulgam, requesting therein for obtaining permission for cutting of walnut trees, which are situated in the land of complainant. Tehsil Office Pahloo, Kulgam forwarded his application to concerned Patwari for report. When [] The post ACB Arrests Patwari For Accepting Bribe In J&Ks Kulgam appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vietnam races to prepare for Typhoon Wipha as Philippines suffers storm deaths (A)
HANOI, July 21: Vietnam braced for Typhoon Wipha on Monday as coastal provinces were placed on emergency alert and airlines cancelled flights ahead of the storms expected landfall early Tuesday. The typhoon is forecast to bring powerful winds and heavy rainfall, raising the risk of flash floods and landslides in northern Vietnams mountainous areas and flooding in urban centers, including Hanoi. This is a very strong storm, moving fast, with a wide and dangerous impact on both land and [] The post Vietnam races to prepare for Typhoon Wipha as Philippines suffers storm deaths (A) appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Budgam Police Attaches Property Worth 25 Lakh Belonging To Notorious Drug Peddler
Budgam, July 21: In a fresh crackdown on drug traffickers, Budgam Police have attached property worth 25 lakhs at Nasrullapora under the NDPS Act, linked to notorious peddler Parvez Ahmad Dar alias Pare Punjabi. The action follows FIR No. 271/2022 registered under Sections 8/15 and 29 of the NDPS Act at Police Station Budgam. The attached property, a single-line shopping complex comprising five shops located at Nasrullapora belongs to Parvez Ahmad Dar alias Pare Punjabi, son of Mohammad Anwar Dar, [] The post Budgam Police Attaches Property Worth 25 Lakh Belonging To Notorious Drug Peddler appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Costa Rica Gambling License: Advantages & Requirements
When launching an online gambling business, choosing the right jurisdiction is a practical consideration. Costa Rica doesnt issue a dedicated gambling license. Instead, companies operate under a general data processing license, which falls under standard commercial registration. This setup, combined with relatively simple tax rules and low regulatory pressure, appeals to businesses aiming to start operations without excessive delays or overhead. Why Costa Rica Remains Appealing for the Gambling Business Taxation Based on Territoriality: Companies are only taxed on income [] The post Costa Rica Gambling License: Advantages & Requirements appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Finance Deptt Assigns Addl Charges To 6 Officers
JAMMU, Jul 21: In the interest of the administration, the Finance Department of the Jammu and Kashmir Government has assigned additional charges to six officers of different ranks. See Order Copy Click Here. The post J&K Finance Deptt Assigns Addl Charges To 6 Officers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Inquiry Officer Appointed To Probe Absence Of Accounts Assistant In Langate College
JAMMU, Jul 21: Jammu, July 21: The Finance Department of Jammu and Kashmir has appointed Reyaz Ahmad Shah, Director Finance in the Health and Medical Education Department, as the Inquiry Officer to investigate the unauthorized absence of Abdul Rouf Mir, former Accounts Assistant at Government Degree College, Langate. As per a Government order, the Inquiry Officer has been directed to complete the probe and submit his report within ten days. See Order Copy Click Here. The post Inquiry Officer Appointed To Probe Absence Of Accounts Assistant In Langate College appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SRINAGAR, Jul 21: The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly convened a meeting today at the Assembly Complex in Srinagar to review and discuss the audit paras related to the Mining and Industries & Commerce (I&C) Departments. The meeting was chaired by PAC Chairman Sham Lal Sharma and attended by members Mubarak Gul, Javid Hassan Baig, Devinder Kumar Manyal, Sajad Shaheen and Muzaffar Iqbal Khan. During the session, the Committee undertook a detailed examination of [] The post Public Accounts Committee Holds Meeting In Srinagar; Discusses Audit Paras of Mining, I&C Departments appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Man dies after falling into borewell in Qazigund
A man died after he fell into a borewell in the Lowermunda area of Qazigund in South Kashmirs Anantnag district on Monday. Officials told GNS that a man fell into a borewell while fitting a motor. SDRF from Qazigund immediately reached the spot and rescued him in an unconscious state. He was subsequently shifted to []
Dhaka, Jul 21: At least 19 people were killed and more than 100 others injured as a Bangladesh Air Forces F-7 BGI training aircraft crashed into a college campus in the capital city of Dhaka on Monday, news agency Reuters reported. The jet crashed in Dhakas northern area of Uttara, the militarys public relations department said in a statement. Bangladesh Air Forces F-7 BGI training aircraft crashed in Uttara. The aircraft took off at 13:06 (local time), it said. The post 19 Killed, Over 100 Injured As Bangladesh Air Force F-7 Jet Crashes Into Dhakas Milestone College Campus: Report appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
COLOMBO, July 21: Sri Lankas Catholic Church on Monday urged the government to initiate criminal proceedings against Nilantha Jayawardena, who headed the State Intelligence Service during the 2019 Easter bombings. The move comes days after the former deputy inspector general of police was formally dismissed from the service last week by an independent police commission for failing to prevent the blasts that claimed 279 lives. The National Police Commission (NPC) terminated Jayawardenas service following a disciplinary inquiry that found [] The post Sri Lankas Catholic Church urges criminal prosecution of sacked intel chief over 2019 Easter bombings appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rescuers work to free injured cave explorer trapped more than 130 feet underground in Italy
MILAN, July 21: A rescue operation was underway Monday to free a cave explorer who was injured by falling rocks some 40 metres below the surface in Italys Piedmont region while on an outing with a group of friends, according to the countrys mountain rescue corps. Medical teams reached the injured man after the accident on Sunday and were treating him inside a heated tent for a head injury that prevents him from exiting the cave on his own. [] The post Rescuers work to free injured cave explorer trapped more than 130 feet underground in Italy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Drug-free J&K imperative for well-being of future generations: Sakeena Itoo
Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education Sakeena Itoo today emphasized that a constant and collective effort from community stakeholders, religious leaders, government officials, law enforcement agencies and citizens is crucial to combat the growing menace of drug abuse in the society. The Minister made these remarks while addressing a day long []
UN food agency says Israeli tanks, snipers opened fire on crowd seeking aid in Gaza
DEIR AL-BALAH (Gaza Strip), July 21: The UN food agency accused Israel of using tanks, snipers and other weapons to fire on a crowd of Palestinians seeking food aid, in what the territorys Health Ministry said was one of the deadliest days for aid-seekers in over 21 months of war. The World Food Programme in a statement Sunday condemned the violence that erupted in northern Gaza as Palestinians tried to reach a convoy of trucks carrying food. The Health [] The post UN food agency says Israeli tanks, snipers opened fire on crowd seeking aid in Gaza appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bangladesh Air Force Training Aircraft Crashes Into School In Dhaka, Killing 1
Dhaka, Jul 21: A Bangladesh Air Force training aircraft crashed atop a school building here on Monday, killing at least one person and injuring dozens, officials said. The incident took place at Dhakas Uttara area. The aircraft crashed into the Milestone School and College campus. An F-7 BGI training aircraft took off at 1:06 pm today and crashed into the college campus soon after, the defence ministry said in a statement. Our team has recovered one body. The Air Force [] The post Bangladesh Air Force Training Aircraft Crashes Into School In Dhaka, Killing 1 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Number of people saved from burning Indonesian ferry rises to 575, rescuers say
MANADO (Indonesia), July 21: The number of people saved from an Indonesian passenger ferry that caught fire at sea rose to 575, rescuers said Monday, but three died and two remained missing. The KM Barcelona V-A caught fire around midday Sunday while making its regular half-day journey between two ports in North Sulawesi province, from Melonguane to Manado, according to First Adm Franky Pasuna Sihombing, chief of the Manado navy base. A coast guard ship, six rescue vessels and several [] The post Number of people saved from burning Indonesian ferry rises to 575, rescuers say appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Operation Sindoor, Pahalgam Attack Debate Likely Next Week in Lok Sabha
SRINAGAR: The government on Monday agreed to hold a 16-hour discussion in the Lok Sabha on Operation Sindoor and the Pahalgam terror attack, with the debate expected to take place next week. However, the opposition demanded that the discussion be held this week and insisted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi respond. According to media reports, [] The post Operation Sindoor, Pahalgam Attack Debate Likely Next Week in Lok Sabha appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Man Killed After Being Hit By Train In J&Ks Samba
JAMMU, Jul 21: A 25-year-old man was killed after being hit by a Delhi-bound train in Jammu and Kashmirs Samba district, an official said on Monday. Efforts are underway to identity the deceased, who was crossing the track when the Yog Nagari Rishikesh Express hit him in the Bari Brahmana area late on Sunday, a Government Railway Police (GRP) official said. The mutilated body of the deceased has been shifted to the Government Medical College (GMC) here for legal formalities [] The post Man Killed After Being Hit By Train In J&Ks Samba appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cash Discovery Row: 63 Oppn MPs submit notice in RS for removal of Justice Varma
New Delhi, Jul 21: Sixty-three opposition MPs on Monday gave a notice in the Rajya Sabha to move a motion for the removal of high court judge Yashwant Varma from whose residence burnt wads of currency notes were found following a fire incident in March. Congress MP Syed Naseer Hussain said the notice has been [] The post Cash Discovery Row: 63 Oppn MPs submit notice in RS for removal of Justice Varma appeared first on Northlines .
SC Orders CBI Inquiry Into Kupwara Custodial Abuse, Rs 50 Lakh Compensation Granted
SRINAGAR: The Supreme Court on Monday ordered a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into the alleged custodial torture of a police constable at the Joint Interrogation Centre (JIC) in Kupwara, Jammu and Kashmir. The Court also directed the immediate arrest of the Jammu and Kashmir police officers found responsible for the alleged [] The post SC Orders CBI Inquiry Into Kupwara Custodial Abuse, Rs 50 Lakh Compensation Granted appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Mamata sounds 2026 poll bugle, calls for language movement against BJPs linguistic terrorism
KOLKATA, Jul 21: Sharpening her Bengali asmita pitch ahead of the 2026 polls, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday accused the BJP of unleashing linguistic terrorism on Bengalis, asserting that the fight for identity and language will continue until the saffron party is defeated. Addressing a massive Martyrs Day rally in Kolkata, Banerjee gave a clarion call to defeat the BJP in the 2026 assembly elections and eventually oust it from power at the Centre, declaring, If this [] The post Mamata sounds 2026 poll bugle, calls for language movement against BJPs linguistic terrorism appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
MPs submit memorandum to Lok Sabha Speaker seeking Justice Varma removal
Members of Parliament on Monday submitted a memorandum to the Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to remove High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma in connection with the cash discovery row. A total of 145 Lok Sabha members signed the impeachment motion against Justice Varma under Articles 124, 217, and 218 of the Constitution. MPs from []
Air India flight skids off runway in Mumbai amid heavy rain, no injuries reported
An Air India flight from Kochi skidded off the runway while landing at Mumbais Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) on Monday morning amid heavy rainfall. No injuries were reported among passengers or crew. Flight AI2744 experienced a runway excursion at approximately 09:27 a.m. shortly after touchdown on the airports primary runway, which was slick []
Singapore researchers develop AI-based model to predict liver cancer recurrence
SINGAPORE, July 21: Singaporean researchers have developed an artificial intelligence-powered scoring system capable of predicting the recurrence of liver cancer, according to a press release from the Agency for Science, Technology and Research on Monday. Developed by scientists from the Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology (IMCB) under the agency in collaboration with the Singapore General Hospital, the system can forecast the recurrence of hepatocellular carcinoma, the most common type of liver cancer, with approximately 82 per cent accuracy. The [] The post Singapore researchers develop AI-based model to predict liver cancer recurrence appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt approves restructuring of boards at NTPC arms THDC India, NEEPCO
NEW DELHI, July 21: The Government has approved the restructuring of the boards of THDC India and NEEPCO, both arms of state-owned power giant NTPC. The Ministry of Power (MoP) had proposed the appointment of a non-executive chairperson and the re-designation of the post of CMD to Managing Directors (MD) on the board of NEEPCO and THDCIL, as per an official document. After restructuring, the CMD of NTPC shall be the non-executive Chairperson of North Eastern Electric Power Corporation [] The post Govt approves restructuring of boards at NTPC arms THDC India, NEEPCO appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Patel Engineering secures Rs 240-cr order from NHPC for Teesta-V project
NEW DELHI, July 21: Patel Engineering on Monday said it has bagged an order worth Rs 240 crore from state-owned NHPC for civil and hydro mechanical works at Teesta-V project in Sikkim. The order involves modification of diversion tunnel into a tunnel spillway arrangement civil and hydro mechanical works for package 6 Teesta-V power station, Patel Engineering said in a statement. The project is located in the South District of Sikkim and is scheduled to be completed within [] The post Patel Engineering secures Rs 240-cr order from NHPC for Teesta-V project appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SAIL supplies 31,000 tonnes of steel for Zojila tunnel project
NEW DELHI, July 21: State-owned SAIL on Monday said it has supplied over 31,000 tonnes of steel for the under-construction Zojila Tunnel project on the Srinagar-Kargil-Leh National Highway. The tunnel is a crucial part of Indias national infrastructure development, specifically the Srinagar-Kargil-Leh National Highway, and will significantly enhance civilian and military mobility in the region. SAIL has been a crucial partner to this strategic infrastructure initiative, having supplied over 31,000 tonnes of steel, including TMT Re-bars, structurals, and plates. [] The post SAIL supplies 31,000 tonnes of steel for Zojila tunnel project appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Poonch: 5-year-old killed, 4 students injured as boulder hits School Building
Poonch: In a heartbreaking incident, a five-year-old student was killed and 4 others injured after a massive boulder rolled down a mountainside and struck the building of Government Primary School Kalissan in Banch area of Poonch on Monday. Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Poonch, Dr. P.A. Khan, confirmed the fatality and said the injured students were [] The post Poonch: 5-year-old killed, 4 students injured as boulder hits School Building appeared first on Northlines .
Jammu Kashmir Yet to Receive Piped Natural Gas Network Despite National Expansion
SRINAGAR: Even as India expands its Piped Natural Gas (PNG) network at a record pace across the country, Jammu and Kashmir remains one of the few Union Territories yet to see a single domestic PNG connection laid in its territory. This was revealed in a written reply by Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural [] The post Jammu Kashmir Yet to Receive Piped Natural Gas Network Despite National Expansion appeared first on Kashmir Life .
SRINAGAR: The Ministry of Minority Affairs recently concluded the Lok Samvardhan Parv in Srinagar, a nine-day cultural and entrepreneurial festival aimed at promoting the heritage, craftsmanship, and culinary traditions of Indias minority communities. Held at the Convocation Ground of Kashmir University from April 5 to April 13, 2025, the event was organised under the PM [] The post Minority Affairs Ministry Hosts Lok Samvardhan Parv in Srinagar to Empower Artisans and Culinary Experts appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Centre Caps Airfares After Pahalgam Attack as DGCA Moves to Stop Surge Pricing
SRINAGAR: Post Pahalgam attack, the Government of India acted swiftly to check the surge in airfares from Jammu and Kashmir, particularly from Srinagar, as fears of a tourist exodus loomed large. Responding to widespread concerns over airlines charging arbitrary fares, the Ministry of Civil Aviation confirmed in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha that [] The post Centre Caps Airfares After Pahalgam Attack as DGCA Moves to Stop Surge Pricing appeared first on Kashmir Life .
J&K removes education hurdle for girls in Marriage Assistance Scheme
Srinagar: In a major policy shift, the Jammu and Kashmir government has scrapped the minimum education requirement for girls to access benefits under the Marriage Assistance Scheme, Cabinet Minister Sakina Itoo announced on Monday. Speaking to reporters, Itoo called the previous requirement which mandated that girls must have passed at least the 8th standard [] The post J&K removes education hurdle for girls in Marriage Assistance Scheme appeared first on Northlines .
CM Omar Expresses Deep Sorrow Over Tragic Landslide at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine
Srinagar, July 21: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday expressed deep sorrow over the tragic landslide at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine that claimed the life of a devotee. In a post on X, Office of CM wrote, Chief Minister has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic landslide at Shri Mata Vaishno []
Cash Discovery Row: 63 Opposition MPs Submit Notice In Rs For Removal Of Justice Varma
New Delhi, Jul 21: Sixty-three opposition MPs on Monday gave a notice in the Rajya Sabha to move a motion for the removal of high court judge Yashwant Varma from whose residence burnt wads of currency notes were found following a fire incident in March. Congress MP Syed Naseer Hussain said the notice has been submitted to Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar. A similar notice for moving a motion to remove Justice Varma has been submitted by ruling BJP and [] The post Cash Discovery Row: 63 Opposition MPs Submit Notice In Rs For Removal Of Justice Varma appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Landslide Hits Vaishno Devi Track In J&Ks Reasi; Pilgrim Dead
Jammu, Jul 21: A 70-year-old pilgrim was killed while nine others were injured when a massive landslide struck the old track to the Vaishno Devi shrine in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, officials said. They said a booking office and an overhead iron structure caved in under the weight of the landslide, triggered by heavy rains which lashed Katra town, the base camp for the pilgrims visiting the shrine atop Trikuta hills. The yatra remained suspended for [] The post Landslide Hits Vaishno Devi Track In J&Ks Reasi; Pilgrim Dead appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday Expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of a young student in the landslide that struck a government school in Bainch Kalsa, Poonch. In a post on X, Office of CM wrote, Chief Minister has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of a young student []
Govt Launches UMEED Portal to Digitize Waqf Properties
SRINAGAR: In a major step toward digitising and streamlining Waqf property management across India, the Ministry of Minority Affairs has officially launched the UMEED Central Portal-2025 for real-time property data entry and verification by State and Union Territory Waqf Boards. This move is aimed at bringing greater transparency, efficiency, and accountability in the administration of [] The post Govt Launches UMEED Portal to Digitize Waqf Properties appeared first on Kashmir Life .
J&K, Ladakh record decline in government school enrolments in 2023-24: Centre
New Delhi,: The Centre has informed Parliament that Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh have witnessed a decline in student enrolment in government schools in 2023-24 as compared to the previous year. Union Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, informed the Lok Sabha that enrolment in Jammu and Kashmir government schools dropped from 14,54,668 in 2022-23 to []
Air Force Jet crashes into Dhaka school; 1 dead, several injured
Dhaka: A Bangladesh Air Force F-7 BGI training aircraft crashed into the Milestone School and College campus in Dhakas northern Uttara area on Monday afternoon, killing at least one person and injuring four others, according to officials. The crash occurred while students were present on campus, raising fears of a higher casualty toll. Television footage [] The post Air Force Jet crashes into Dhaka school; 1 dead, several injured appeared first on Northlines .
Tourism Boom in Jammu and Kashmir: Over Rs 500 Crore Spent on Projects Under Swadesh Darshan Scheme
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed a dramatic surge in tourist arrivals over the past five years, fuelled by targeted infrastructure investment under the Government of Indias Swadesh Darshan scheme. According to figures tabled in the Lok Sabha on July 21, more than 8.65 crore domestic tourists have visited the Union Territory between 2020 and [] The post Tourism Boom in Jammu and Kashmir: Over Rs 500 Crore Spent on Projects Under Swadesh Darshan Scheme appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Srinagar Police Attach Property of Drug Peddler Worth Rs 1.5 Crores Under NDPS Act
Srinagar, July 21 :In yet another significant move to combat the Drug menace and dismantle the infrastructure supporting narcotics trafficking, Srinagar Police has attached a residential property worth approximately 1.5 Crores under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The attached property comprises a two-storeyed residential house along with 1 kanal 4 marlas []
Jammu Kashmirs Premier Varsity Receives Meagre Central Grants Compared to Others
SRINAGAR: A response in the Lok Sabha has revealed that the University of Kashmir continues to receive only modest financial support from the central government, in sharp contrast to leading central universities across the country. The data, tabled by the Ministry of Education on Monday, shows that while institutions such as Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) [] The post Jammu Kashmirs Premier Varsity Receives Meagre Central Grants Compared to Others appeared first on Kashmir Life .
28 States, UTs Formulate Export Strategy To Promote Indias Outbound Shipments: Official
New Delhi, Jul 21: As many as 28 states and Union Territories (UTs) have formulated their export strategy with a view to promoting the countrys outbound shipments, an official said on Monday. The official also said all 36 states and UTs have constituted State Export Promotion Committee (SEPC) and District Export Promotion Committee (DEPC). Further, a draft district action plan has been prepared by the regional authorities of the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) for 590 districts. Out of [] The post 28 States, UTs Formulate Export Strategy To Promote Indias Outbound Shipments: Official appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
POONCH, Jul 21: In a tragic incident today, a large rocks rolled and fell on the building of Government Primary School (GPS) Kalssa, situated in Ward No. 4, Village Bhainch, Tehsil Haveli, District Poonch. The unfortunate incident resulted in the death of a young student and injuries to four other children. The deceased has been identified as Ehsan Ali, aged 5 years, son of Mohd Razaq, resident of Kalsan Bhainch. The injured children are:, Mohd Safeer, age 7, son of [] The post DC Visits District Hospital Poonch, Disburses Ex-Gratia Relief after Tragic incident Of Boulder Falling On GPS Kalsan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Opposition members, including LoP are not allowed to speak: Rahul Gandhi after LS adjournments
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who is Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, on Monday accused the government of not allowing him to speak in the House over opposition demands for the monsoon session of Parliament, saying that union ministers were allowed to speak but he was not permitted. Congress and other parties of INDIA bloc []
Vaishno Devi Landslide: LG Sinha expresses grief over pilgrims death
SRINAGAR, July 21: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha has expressed grief over the tragic landslide incident at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in which a devotee lost his life and a few others were injured. The Lieutenant Governor is closely monitoring the situation. He has directed the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board to provide [] The post Vaishno Devi Landslide: LG Sinha expresses grief over pilgrims death appeared first on Northlines .
Need to arrest big fish to curb drug menace in J&K: Minister Sakina Itoo
Srinagar,: Minister Sakina Itoo Monday said that there was a need to arrest big fish to control drug menace in Jammu and Kashmir in order to save the future generation. Speaking to reporters, Minister Itoo, said drug menace is a sensitive issue and we have to save our future generation. In order to make []
SC orders CBI probe, 50 lakh compensation in J&K Custodial Torture Case
New Delhi, Jul 21 In a strong message against custodial violence, the Supreme Court on Sunday ordered a CBI probe into the alleged torture of police constable Khursheed Ahmed Chauhan during illegal detention at the Joint Interrogation Centre (JIC), Kupwara, Jammu and Kashmir. The top court also directed the immediate arrest of the Jammu [] The post SC orders CBI probe, 50 lakh compensation in J&K Custodial Torture Case appeared first on Northlines .
UIDAI to launch school-based Aadhaar Biometric updates for children
New Delhi, Jul 21 The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is set to roll out a nationwide school-based Aadhaar biometric update drive for children aged 5 and above, starting in a phased manner within the next two months, a senior official confirmed. UIDAI CEO Bhuvnesh Kumar said the agency is testing the required [] The post UIDAI to launch school-based Aadhaar Biometric updates for children appeared first on Northlines .
NEW DELHI, Jul 21: Reinforcing constitutional safeguards against custodial violence, the Supreme Court today ordered a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the alleged custodial torture of a police constable at the Joint Interrogation Centre (JIC) in Kupwara, Jammu and Kashmir. The Court directed immediate arrest of the police officers of the J&K police who were responsible for the abuse and ordered the Union Territory of J&K to pay a compensation of Rs. 50,00,000/- (Rupees Fifty Lakhs) to the [] The post Supreme Court Orders Rs 50 Lakh Compensation To J&K Police Officer Who Suffered Custodial Torture, Directs CBI Probe appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ashok Leyland partners with Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank for vehicle financing
NEW DELHI, July 21: Commercial vehicles maker Ashok Leyland on Monday said it has partnered with Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank for vehicle financing. The two partners have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the purpose of financing the companys Medium and Heavy Commercial Vehicles (MHCV) customers, Ashok Leyland said in a statement. This partnership will enable both Ashok Leyland and Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank (CRGB) to offer customised financial solutions to the customers, it added. Our collaboration with [] The post Ashok Leyland partners with Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank for vehicle financing appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Not immediately worried about China constructing worlds largest dam on Brahmaputra: Himanta
Guwahati, Jul 21: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday tried to alleviate fears on Chinas move to construct the worlds largest dam on Brahmaputra and said he does not foresee any immediate cause of worry as the river gets most of its waters from Bhutan and Arunachal Pradesh. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of a function here, Sarma said the exact impact of the massive dam, the construction of which began last week, is not properly known [] The post Not immediately worried about China constructing worlds largest dam on Brahmaputra: Himanta appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Never Allowed To Speak, As LoP It Is My Right: Rahul Gandhi
New Delhi, Jul 21: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday said as the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, it is his right to speak in the House, but was not being allowed while the people of the government were making their statements. Gandhi made the remarks to the media after the House witnessed protests by the opposition and was adjourned for the second time in the day. The Lok Sabha witnessed noisy protests by opposition parties [] The post Never Allowed To Speak, As LoP It Is My Right: Rahul Gandhi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Several Cong MPs give notices in Parliament to discuss Pahalgam Attack, Op Sindoor
NEW DELHI, Jul 21: With the Monsoon session of Parliament commencing on Monday, several MPs of the Congress and other opposition parties have given adjournment notices in both houses for a discussion on the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor. The Congress and INDIA bloc parties are seeking to corner the government during this session by [] The post Several Cong MPs give notices in Parliament to discuss Pahalgam Attack, Op Sindoor appeared first on Northlines .
Landslide Hits Vaishno Devi Track In J&Ks Reasi; One Dead, Nine Injured
JAMMU, Jul 21: A massive landslide struck the old track to the Vaishno Devi shrine in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, leaving one pilgrim dead and 10 others injured, officials said. They said a booking office and an overhead iron structure caved in under the weight of the landslide, triggered by heavy rains which lashed Katra town, the base camp for the pilgrims visiting the shrine atop Trikuta hills. The yatra to the shrine has been suspended [] The post Landslide Hits Vaishno Devi Track In J&Ks Reasi; One Dead, Nine Injured appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Sinha Expresses Grief Over Pilgrims Death In Vaishno Devi Landslide
SRINAGAR, July 21: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha has expressed grief over the tragic landslide incident at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in which a devotee lost his life and a few others were injured. The Lieutenant Governor is closely monitoring the situation. He has directed the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board to provide best possible medical care and support to the injured pilgrims. The Lieutenant Governor has posted on X: I am deeply saddened by the tragic landslide [] The post LG Sinha Expresses Grief Over Pilgrims Death In Vaishno Devi Landslide appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K: Search Op to track down terrorists resumes in Kishtwar
Jammu Tawi: Security forces on Monday resumed a massive search operation to track down a group of Hizbul Mujahideen terrorists hiding in the dense Khankoo forest of Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. The joint operation by the Army and police, launched on Sunday afternoon in the Cherji area between Dachhan and Nagseni, had [] The post J&K: Search Op to track down terrorists resumes in Kishtwar appeared first on Northlines .
Student Killed, Several Others Injured After Rock Hit Govt School Building In Poonch
Jammu, Jul 21: Atleast one student was killed while as several others were injured after a rock hit Govt.School Building In Banch Poonch on Monday. CMO Poonch, Dr. P A Khan said that one student was killed and several others were injured when a rock from an adjacent mountain rolled down and hit the Govt Primary School Kalissan building. All the injured students have been immediately shifted to DH Poonch for treatment. The deceased student has been identified as Ehsan [] The post Student Killed, Several Others Injured After Rock Hit Govt School Building In Poonch appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Student Killed, Several Others Injured After Rock Hit Govt.School Building In Poonch
)Jammu: Atleast one student was killed while as several others were injured after a rock hit Govt.School Building In Banch Poonch on Monday. CMO Poonch, Dr. P A Khan, said that one student was killed and several others were injured when a rock from an adjacent mountain rolled down and hit the Govt Primary []
Brigade Hotel Ventures sets IPO price band at Rs 85-90/share
NEW DELHI, July 21: Brigade Hotel Ventures Ltd owner and developer of hotels in South India on Monday fixed a price band of Rs 85-90 per share for its Rs 759.6-crore upcoming Initial Public Offering (IPO). At the upper end of the price band, the company is valued at over Rs 3,400 crore. The IPO is scheduled to open on July 24 and close on July 28. The one-day bidding for the anchor investor will open on July 23, the [] The post Brigade Hotel Ventures sets IPO price band at Rs 85-90/share appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
L&T to set up Indias largest green hydrogen plant at IOCL Panipat Refinery
NEW DELHI, July 21: Infrastructure major Larsen & Toubro (L&T) on Monday said its arm will set up the nations largest green hydrogen plant at Indian Oil Corporations Panipat Refinery in Haryana. The project aligns with the National Green Hydrogen Mission, which aims to position India as a global hub for green hydrogen production and technology. The plant, to be set up by Larsen & Toubros wholly-owned arm L&T Energy GreenTech Ltd, will supply 10,000 tonnes of green hydrogen [] The post L&T to set up Indias largest green hydrogen plant at IOCL Panipat Refinery appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Operation Sindoor Displayed Indias Might After Pahalgam Attack: PM Modi
New Delhi, July 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the world witnessed Indias military strength during Operation Sindoor following the April 22 attack in Pahalgam that left 26 people dead, most of them tourists. Speaking to media ahead of the Parliament Monsoon Session, PM Modi said the Indian Army achieved its target under Operation Sindoor, in which the houses of those behind terrorism were demolished within 22 minutes. He added that this operation has drawn global attention to [] The post Operation Sindoor Displayed Indias Might After Pahalgam Attack: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ICC forms working committee to explore two-tier Test system; CL T20 to re-launch next year
London, Jul 21: An eight-member working group, headed by ICCs new chief executive officer Sanjog Gupta, has been formed by the games global governing body to explore the possibility of restructuring Test cricket into a two-tier system. The committee was set up during ICCs annual general meeting in Singapore under the all-Indian leadership of the chair, Jay Shah and Gupta, who was appointed as CEO earlier this month. Other members of the panel include England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) [] The post ICC forms working committee to explore two-tier Test system; CL T20 to re-launch next year appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
10 injured as landslide hits Vaishno Devi track, yatra suspended
Jammu Tawi, Jul 21: A massive landslide triggered by torrential rains struck the old track to the Vaishno Devi shrine in Reasi district on Monday morning, injuring at least 10 people, including five pilgrims, officials said. The incident occurred around 8:30 a.m. near Gulshan Ka Langar in Banganga, a key gathering point for pony riders [] The post 10 injured as landslide hits Vaishno Devi track, yatra suspended appeared first on Northlines .
Landslide Hits Vaishno Devi Track In Jammu And Kashmirs Reasi; 10 Injured
Jammu, Jul 21: A massive landslide struck the old track to the Vaishno Devi shrine in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, leaving at least 10 persons including five pilgrims, injured, officials said. Officials said a booking office and an overhead iron structure caved in under the weight of the landslide, triggered by heavy rains which lashed Katra town, the base camp for the pilgrims visiting the shrine atop Trikuta hills, they said. The yatra to the shrine [] The post Landslide Hits Vaishno Devi Track In Jammu And Kashmirs Reasi; 10 Injured appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Lok Sabha adjourned till 12 noon amid noisy protests by opposition over various issues and demand for discussion on Operation Sindoor The post Lok Sabha adjourned till 12 noon amid noisy protests by opposition over various issues and demand for discussion on Operation Sindoor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
HDFC Bank stock climbs over 2 pc post earnings announcement
NEW DELHI, July 21: Shares of HDFC Bank went up by over 2 per cent on Monday after the company reported a steady set of quarterly numbers. The heavyweight stock advanced 2.27 per cent to Rs 2,001.90 on both the BSE and NSE. HDFC Bank reported a steady set of numbers, VK Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Investments Ltd, said. HDFC Bank on Saturday posted a 1.31 per cent decline in its consolidated net profit to Rs 16,258 crore [] The post HDFC Bank stock climbs over 2 pc post earnings announcement appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ICICI Bank shares climb 2.53 pc as Q1 net profit jumps
NEW DELHI, July 21: Shares of ICICI Bank on Monday morning climbed 2.53 per cent after the firm posted a 15.9 per cent jump in its consolidated net profit for the June quarter. The companys stock rallied 2.48 per cent to Rs 1,462 on the BSE. At the NSE, it climbed 2.53 per cent to Rs 1,462 apiece. Buying in the stock also helped the equity markets recover all early lost ground. The 30-share BSE Sensex traded 316.26 points [] The post ICICI Bank shares climb 2.53 pc as Q1 net profit jumps appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhi HCs six new Judges take oath of office
NEW DELHI, July 21: Six new judges on Monday took oath of office, taking the strength of the Delhi High Court to 40. The six new judges were administered the oath of office by Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya at a ceremony held in the high court premises. The six judges are Justices V Kameswar Rao, Nitin Wasudeo Sambre, Vivek Chaudhary, Anil Kshetrapal, Arun Kumar Monga and Om Prakash Shukla. With their swearing-in, the high courts strength has gone [] The post Delhi HCs six new Judges take oath of office appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bus crash in Russias Far East leaves 14 dead , 7 injured
VLADIVOSTOK, July 21: Fourteen people were killed and seven others injured when a shift bus plunged off a cliff in Russias Republic of Sakha early Monday morning, local authorities said. The accident occurred at around 3:20 a.m. local time (1820 GMT Sunday) on a road operated by Denisovsky Mining and Processing Plant, according to a statement from the regional interior ministry. The vehicle, which was carrying over 30 people, veered off a road and overturned after plunging about 25 meters, [] The post Bus crash in Russias Far East leaves 14 dead , 7 injured appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pak police arrest 11 suspects after honour killing video goes viral
KARACHI, July 21: Police in Pakistan have arrested at least 11 people after a video emerged on social media of a couple being shot dead in an apparent honour killing in Balochistan province. The incident sparked outrage in the country soon after the video was released on social media, with civil society, religious scholars, and political leaders all calling for the arrest and exemplary punishment for the perpetrators of the gruesome crime. Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti on Monday [] The post Pak police arrest 11 suspects after honour killing video goes viral appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Target Set In Op Sindoor Was Achieved 100%; World Attracted To India Military Power: PM Modi
New Delhi, Jul 21: Noting Indias recent achievements in different sectors, including space and defence, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that this Monsoon Session marks the celebration of victory. Addressing the media persons ahead of the commencement of the Monsoon Session, Prime Minister Modi highlighted the achievements of Operation Sindoor, saying that the whole world is attracted towards the new Made in India form of Indian military power. The Prime Minister also hailed Indian defence forces on the [] The post Target Set In Op Sindoor Was Achieved 100%; World Attracted To India Military Power: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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Several Congress MPs Give Notices In Parliament To Discuss Pahalgam Attack, Op Sindoor
NEW DELHI, Jul 21: With the Monsoon session of Parliament commencing on Monday, several MPs of the Congress and other opposition parties have given adjournment notices in both houses for a discussion on the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor. The Congress and INDIA bloc parties are seeking to corner the government during this session by raising issues like the Pahalgam attack, Trumps repeated claims of mediating a ceasefire with Pakistan following Operation Sindoor, and the Special Intensive Review of electoral [] The post Several Congress MPs Give Notices In Parliament To Discuss Pahalgam Attack, Op Sindoor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
TRF Deserves Designation As Foreign Terrorist Organisation: U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee
New York/Washington, Jul 21: The US House Committee on Foreign Affairs has welcomed the designation of The Resistance Front, a proxy of the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba, as a global terrorist outfit over the Pahalgam attack, saying anyone who butchers civilians doesnt get a pass but justice. Last week, the US designated The Resistance Front (TRF) as a designated Foreign Terrorist Organisation (FTO) and Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT). President (Donald) Trump calls it like it is. The Resistance Front is a [] The post TRF Deserves Designation As Foreign Terrorist Organisation: U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Platitudes and hypocrisy: Jairam Ramesh targets PM Modi on his foreign visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of his address in the Parliament Session on Monday and asked him to be present to discuss the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor as he is scheduled to visit UK and Maldives from July 23-26, 2025. Sharing a social media post, Jairam Ramesh criticised PM Modi, saying he rarely []
Landslide hits Vaishno Devi track in J-Ks Reasi; four pilgrims injured
JAMMU: A landslide struck the old track to the Vaishno Devi shrine in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, leaving at least four pilgrims injured, officials said. The landslide was triggered by heavy rains which lashed Katra town, the base camp for the pilgrims visiting the shrine atop Trikuta hills, they said. The incident occurred around 8.50 am at Gulshan Ka Langar near Banganga, the starting point for the yatra where mostly pony riders gather along the old track. A rescue operation was launched immediately and four trapped pilgrims were rescued and evacuated to hospital, the officials said. Rescue operation was underway when last reports came in.
Monsoon Session to begin today; Opposition to target Centre on Op Sindoor, Bihar SIR, AI 171 crash
The Monsoon Session of Parliament is set to begin today on a stormy note with Opposition INDIA bloc gearing to corner Prime Minister Narendra Modi led Centre on several key issues, including Pahalgam terror attack, Operation Sindoor, Bihar Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and Air India (AI) 171 crash. The opposition is also likely to corner []
J&K : Earthquake of magnitude 3.1 strikes Kishtwar
An earthquake of magnitude 3.1 on the Richter scale struck the Kishtwar district of Jammu-Kashmir in the early hours of Monday, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) reported. According to NCS, the earthquake struck at a depth of 10 km. In a post on X, the NCS said,EQ of M: 3.1, On: 21/07/2025 01:36:52 IST, []
3.1 magnitude earthquake hits Kishtwar in Jammu-Kashmir
Jammu: An earthquake hit Jammu and Kashmirs Kishtwar district in the early hours of Thursday, officials said. There were no reports of any loss of life or damage to property, they said. The earthquake, with its epicentre near Kishtwar and a magnitude of 3.1, occurred at 1.36 am on Monday, the National Centre for Seismology 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 .
Officials say 85 Palestinians seeking aid killed in Gaza as Israel widens evacuation orders
DEIR AL-BALAH (GAZA STRIP): At least 85 Palestinians were killed while trying to reach food at locations across Gaza on Sunday, the territorys Health Ministry said, on the deadliest day yet for aid-seekers in over 21 months of war. There was new alarm as Israels military issued evacuation orders for areas of central Gaza, one []
Nepals 11 national highways blocked by floods, landslide; high alert along major rivers
KATHMANDU, Jul 20: Floods and landslides following the incessant rain since Saturday has led to the complete blockage of 11 national highways across Nepal affecting daily life for far flung hilly areas, officials said Sunday. In view of the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology forecast of heavy rainfall across the country till July 21, Nepals Independent Power Producers Association has urged all hydropower projects to remain on high alert to minimise potential human and material losses. The Home Ministry officials [] The post Nepals 11 national highways blocked by floods, landslide; high alert along major rivers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
15-year-old girl launches own clothing brand Elysian
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, July 20: In a remarkable moment for Jammus fashion industry, 15-year-old Alyssa, daughter of renowned fashion designer Munali Anand Sapra, has launched her own clothing brand Elysian at Kay Tee Designer Studio, Trikuta Nagar. Marking a fresh chapter in the citys design landscape, Alyssas venture reflects her Gen Z mindset and an innate passion for fashion, inspired deeply by her mother. The brand, Elysian by Alyssa, brings a unique fusion of traditional elements and modern aesthetics, tailored [] The post 15-year-old girl launches own clothing brand Elysian appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ahead of Parliament session, Vice Prez Dhankhar calls for bonhomie among parties
NEW DELHI, Jul 20 : On the eve of the Monsoon session of Parliament, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Sunday called for bonhomie among political parties for meaningful and serious deliberations, and said words unbecoming of parliamentarians must be avoided. Dhankhar, who is also the chairperson of the Rajya Sabha, said suggestions for improvement are not condemnation or criticism, and parties must engage in constructive politics. Addressing a group of Rajya Sabha interns here, he referred to acrimony in television [] The post Ahead of Parliament session, Vice Prez Dhankhar calls for bonhomie among parties appeared first on Daily Excelsior .