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2 Kashmir Residents Arrested for Alleged Espionage in Arunachal Pradesh
NEW DELHI, Dec 11: Arunachal Pradesh Police on Wednesday arrested two Jammu & Kashmir residents on charges of espionage and alleged links with Pakistan-based handlers, after one was found collecting and transmitting sensitive military information on army and paramilitary movements. According to the FIR filed by the officer-in-charge of Chimpu police station, the first accused, [] The post 2 Kashmir Residents Arrested for Alleged Espionage in Arunachal Pradesh appeared first on Northlines .
PM, His Brigade Bruised, Exposed For Their Lies: Cong On Vande Mataram Debate
New Delhi, Dec 11: After both Houses held a debate on 150 years of Vande Mataram, the Congress on Thursday claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his entire brigade have been thoroughly bruised and exposed for their lies. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh noted that the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha debated Vande Mataram for three days. The national anthem also figured in some speeches, he said in a post on X. It is clear that the [] The post PM, His Brigade Bruised, Exposed For Their Lies: Cong On Vande Mataram Debate appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir Among States Reporting Rise in Cyber Crime as Centre Flags Gaps in Digital Policing
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir has recorded a consistent rise in cyber crime cases over the past five years, with incidents increasing from 73 in 2019 to 185 in 2023, according to fresh data presented by the Union Home Ministry in the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday. The trend mirrors a nationwide spike, prompting the Centre to []
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Five Flights Cancelled at Srinagar Airport Amid Ongoing Disruptions
SRINAGAR: At least five flights were cancelled at the Srinagar international airport on Thursday due to operational reasons, airport officials said. According to the data issued by the airport authorities, four IndiGo flights scheduled for the day were cancelled. These include flight 6E 6165 to Amritsar (09:45 hrs), 6E 6761 to Delhi (17:35 hrs), 6E []
Temperature Drops At Most Places In Kashmir
SRINAGAR, Dec 11: The residents in Kashmir experienced a colder night as the mercury in most places of the valley dropped, even as shallow fog engulfed many parts, officials said on Thursday. The night temperature in Srinagar dropped a degree from the previous night to settle at a low of minus 2.9 degrees Celsius on Wednesday, officials said. They said the night temperature was 2.3 degrees below the normal for this time of the season. Qazigund in south Kashmir recorded [] The post Temperature Drops At Most Places In Kashmir appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
South Kashmir: Fire Destroys Hundreds of Apple Crates
SRINAGAR: A fire late Wednesday night in Tulran, Shopian area of south Kashmir, damaged an estimated 400 to 500 crates of apples belonging to Bashir Ahmad Parry. The blaze broke out inside a storage shed, causing substantial losses before locals managed to bring the flames under control. Residents said the fire spread rapidly, leaving little []
Chinese National Deported To Hong Kong For Visa Violations
Srinagar, Dec 11: Chinese national Hu Congtai, who had entered Ladakh and Jammu and Kashmir in violation of his visa stipulations, has been deported to Hong Kong, officials said here on Thursday. The Chinese national who was detained here last week has been sent to Delhi on the evening of 10th December for onward deportation to Hong Kong, the officials said. Congtai, 29, arrived in Delhi on November 19 on a tourist visa, which permitted him to visit Buddhist religious [] The post Chinese National Deported To Hong Kong For Visa Violations appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Satellite Internet Considered for Remote Areas of Jammu Kashmir, Ladakh: GoI
SRINAGAR: The Union Ministry of Communications informed the Lok Sabha that satellite-based technologies systems such as Starlink could be deployed in the future for the areas of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh where fibre deployment is not feasible to install. It also informed the house that the two UTs has received Rs 562.91 Crore over []
Centre Adds 9 Jammu Kashmir Blocks to Aspirational Programme
SRINAGAR: The Union Ministry of Planning has told the Lok Sabha that nine blocks in Jammu and Kashmir have been added to the Aspirational Blocks Programme (ABP), aimed at improving governance and development indicators in some of the most under-served areas. Launched in January 2023 as an expansion of the Aspirational Districts Programme, the ABP []
CRPF Trooper Shoots Himself Dead in Srinagar
SRINAGAR: A CRPF trooper died on Wednesday late night after shooting himself with his service rifle during naka duty at Karpura Brane in the Nishat area of Srinagar outskirts. He was affiliated with 54 Battalion, posted in Brein Nishat. The deceased was identified as Sujeet Kumar from Jharkhand. Police said proceedings have been initiated and []
Netanyahu, Modi to Meet Very Soon: Israel PMO
Informed sources in Israel rubbished reports recently that Netanyahu postponed his trip to India due to security concerns in the wake of Delhi blasts
Jammu Kashmir Installs 3,601 Solar Agri Pumps Under PM-KUSUM
SRINAGAR: The Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy on Wednesday informed the Lok Sabha that Jammu and Kashmir has installed 3,601 solar agriculture pumps under the Pradhan MantriKisan Urja Suraksha Evam Utthan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) scheme till November 30 of the ongoing fiscal. The ministry said that JK was sanctioned with 5,000 standalone off-grid solar []
Trumps crackdown on immigration is taking a toll on child care workers
WASHINGTON:Not long after President Donald Trump took office in January, staff at CentroNa bilingual preschool began rehearsing what to do if Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials came to the door. As ICE became a regular presence in their historically Latino neighbourhood this summer, teachers stopped taking children to nearby parks, libraries and playgrounds that had []
Jammu Kashmir, Ladakh Log 9,396 Consumer Grievances on NCH: Centre
SRINAGAR: The Union Ministry of Consumer Affairs has told the Lok Sabha that Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh registered a combined total of 9,396 consumer grievances with the National Consumer Helpline (NCH) over the past three years. The ministry said the rise in complaints reflects growing issues linked to e-commerce, including online purchases, delayed deliveries and []
What Does It Mean to Live with Spiritual Elegance?
by Mursaleen Bashir Spiritual elegance is the quiet beauty of kindness, humility, and inner peace, expressed through small choices that nurture harmony, truth, and compassion. Spiritual elegance is the quiet beauty that grows from kindness, humility, and inner peace. It is the art of living gently, where every action carries the grace of a calm, []
Aircraft Crashes at MP Airstrip, Pilot Injured
SRINAGAR: A trainee aircraft crashed near the runway of the Dhana airstrip in Madhya Pradesh on Wednesday evening, injuring the pilot and narrowly avoiding a major accident, NDTV reported. According to News18, the incident took place around 3pm when a trainee pilot from the Chimes Aviation Academy attempted to land the aircraft. The planes nose []
Bhairav Battalions, Drone Platoons mark new era of Infantry modernisation: COAS
NEW DELHI, Dec 10: Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi on Wednesday said the Indian Army is undergoing a major transformation driven by technology-enabled human resource empowerment, structured capability infusion and ongoing organisational reforms, positioning it as a future-ready force. He hailed the success of Operation Sindoor, calling it a defining example of Indias calibrated, precise and resolute response mechanism. The COAS was addressing the 38th Infantry Commanders Conference conducted at the Infantry School in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh. [] The post Bhairav Battalions, Drone Platoons mark new era of Infantry modernisation: COAS appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Divine Teachings of Mother Sri Sarada Devi
D K Pandita dpandita2011@gmail.com Mother Sri Sarada Devi the spiritual consort of Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa remains one of the most revered figures in modern Indian spiritual history. As we remember her on her birth anniversary on 11 December (as per Vikram Samvat; she was born on 22 December 1853), it is worthwhile to revisit her life, her message, and her enduring relevance to our society. She is affectionately addressed as Holy Mother (Sri Sri Maa) by followers of [] The post Divine Teachings of Mother Sri Sarada Devi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
A Blueprint for Kashmiri Pandit Return
Beyond Waiting R S Reen rsinghreen@gmail.com A Zoom call, initiated by a group of Kashmiri Pandit (KP) thinkers in the USA, was meant to be a focused discussion on the Kashmir Problem. For them, the problem was a litany of painful, immediate concerns: the lack of prosecutions for past crimes, the haunting reality of migration, and the deep-seated fear that keeps the old and the new generations away. In their minds, the solution is singular and simple: wait. Wait for [] The post A Blueprint for Kashmiri Pandit Return appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India and the Global Political Dynamics of South Asia
B S Dara bsdara@gmail.com From Pakistans internal shifts to Afghanistans isolation and Chinas expanding footprint, New Delhi faces a complex regional landscape that demands sustained diplomatic engagement. India today stands at the centre of a region undergoing profound political, security, and economic transitions. The neighbourhood that surrounds South Asia,extending from the Himalayan belt to the Indian Ocean, and from West Asia to the Indo-Pacific,is marked by multiple crises that intersect with Indias national interests. These shifts demand careful diplomatic engagement, [] The post India and the Global Political Dynamics of South Asia appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Smart India Hackathon 2025 Grand Finale concludes at IIT Jammu
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 10: Two-day Smart India Hackathon (SIH) 2025 Software Edition, successfully concluded at IIT Jammu, one of the 60 nodal centres hosting the Grand Finale across the country. As a nodal centre, IIT Jammu hosted 20 teams from across India which worked on four problem statements provided by the National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO). Over two days, student innovators developed and demonstrated high-impact software prototypes aimed at addressing critical national challenges. Dr Sukanta Majumdar, Union Minister [] The post Smart India Hackathon 2025 Grand Finale concludes at IIT Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
MLA inaugurates development projects
Excelsior Correspondent BISHNAH, Dec 10: MLA Bishnah, Dr. Rajeev Kumar Bhagat here today inaugurated a series of crucial development works in Panchayat Pasgal of Block Bishnah. A handout stated that these projects will incur an expenditure of about Rs.70 lakh and will significantly upgrade the local infrastructure and address long-standing needs of the residents. The inaugurated works include 12 construction projects valued at Rs. 50 lakh which will include the laying of essential lane and drain networks as well as [] The post MLA inaugurates development projects appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jain Builders inaugurates its new store in Jammu
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 10: With its legacy of excellence and an ever-expanding range of offerings, Jain Builders today inaugurated their new store in Jammu. The new store situated at Toph Sherkhania, Akhnoor Road, opposite pillar number 63 was inaugurated by Mayur Lalkiya, Lakhan Faldu (Directors) in the presence Utsav Jain and other family members. What began as a modest shop selling Indian marbles in 1990 has today transformed into one of the regions most trusted names in home improvement. [] The post Jain Builders inaugurates its new store in Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DC Bandipora reviews multi-sector projects to strengthen public services
Excelsior Correspondent BANDIPORA, Dec 10: Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, today conducted an extensive inspection of major developmental works in Ajas, Nadihal and adjoining areas to assess progress on key infrastructure, public service delivery, and ongoing rehabilitation projects. The tour commenced with the review of the ongoing construction work of the Model School for the Educationally Backward Block at Boys Higher Secondary School Nadihal, Bandipora. The Deputy Commissioner assessed the progress on-site, appreciated the efforts of the executing agency, [] The post DC Bandipora reviews multi-sector projects to strengthen public services appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vibodh reaffirms Modi Govt commitment to tribal welfare
Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Dec 10: Senior BJP leader and former MLC, Vibodh Gupta today visited the Eklavya Model Residential School in Gurdan Rajouri and interacted with the children residing there, reaffirming BJPs commitment to tribal welfare and the partys roadmap for a Viksit Bharat by 2047. During the programme, Vibodh lauded the Prime Minister, Narendra Modis development vision including initiatives such as Atmanirbhar (self-reliant) Bharat and the emphasis on Swadeshi saying these are transforming lives of Tribal and border communities [] The post Vibodh reaffirms Modi Govt commitment to tribal welfare appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India beat Argentina by 4-2 to win bronze in FIH Mens Junior WC
CHENNAI, Dec 10: India produced a brave-heart performance, nullifying a two-goal deficit to beat Argentina 4-2 and clinch the bronze medal in the FIH Mens Junior World Cup here on Wednesday. India, who won the title in 2016 in Lucknow, failed to finish on the podium on the last two occasions, ending fourth in 2021 in Bhubaneswar, and two years later in Kuala Lumpur. India produced a valiant fightback with Ankit Pal (49th minute), Manmeet Singh (52nd) and Anmol Ekka [] The post India beat Argentina by 4-2 to win bronze in FIH Mens Junior WC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bdesh to continue diplomatic efforts to bring back Sheikh Hasina from India: Foreign Adviser
DHAKA, Dec 10 : Bangladeshs interim government on Wednesday said it will continue diplomatic efforts to bring back from India deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who has been convicted and sentenced in multiple cases. The 78-year-old Awami League leader has been living in India since she fled Bangladesh on August 5 last year in the face of the massive protests. We will try to convince India to send her back to Dhaka, Foreign Adviser Md Touhid Hossain was quoted as [] The post Bdesh to continue diplomatic efforts to bring back Sheikh Hasina from India: Foreign Adviser appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM for timely execution of housing projects
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 10: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired the 52nd meeting of the Board of Directors of the Jammu and Kashmir Housing Board (J&KHB) at the Civil Secretariat here, where detailed deliberations were held on key policy and administrative matters. The meeting was attended by Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Dheeraj Gupta, Commissioner Secretary, Housing & Urban Development Department Mandeep Kaur, Divisional Commissioner [] The post CM for timely execution of housing projects appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Qazigund boy secures ISPL spot
Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 10: Majid Yousuf Sheikh, a 19-year-old all-rounder from Qazigund in South Kashmir, has been selected by Ahmedabad Lions for the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) Under-19 category for Rs 3 lakh, bringing pride to his village and the Valley. Majid, the son of a local tailor, honed his cricketing skills on a small, uneven ground in his hamlet of Panzath, displaying talent, patience and determination from an early age. His selection sparked celebrations in Qazigund, [] The post Qazigund boy secures ISPL spot appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cong defeat in polls due to its leadership, not EVMs: HM
Oppn wants to keep intruders in voters list *Shah, Rahul trade barbs in LS NEW DELHI, Dec 10: A combative Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday hit out at the opposition in the Lok Sabha for its campaign against SIR, saying the issue has been raked up as it can no longer win elections by corrupt practices, and asserted that the reason for Congress defeat in polls was its leadership, not EVMs or vote chori. Follow the Daily Excelsior [] The post Cong defeat in polls due to its leadership, not EVMs: HM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Three held with sharp-edged weapons from Narwal
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 10: Three individuals were arrested with sharp weapons from Narwal area here today, officials said. They said Rockey Singh, Shiva, and Sahil, all residents of Rajiv Nagar, Narwal, were arrested with a toka, swords, and a khokhri by a team of Police Post Narwal led by the incharge Police Post concerned under the supervision of SHO Bahu Fort, SDPO City East and SP City South, Ajay Sharma. Accordingly, the trio has been booked in case FIR [] The post Three held with sharp-edged weapons from Narwal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kupwara court awards 10-yr jail to Pak national
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 10: A local court here today awarded 10 years jail and fine to a Pakistan national for his involvement in various offences and directed his repatriation to Pakistan after serving and completing the sentence. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The court of Principal District Judge Kupwara-Manjeet Singh Manhas sentenced Hanzullah Yaseen Raie alias Abu Ukasa of Bhawalpora, Punjab Pakistan for commission of offences under Section 307 RPC (attempt to murder), 7/27 of Indian Arms [] The post Kupwara court awards 10-yr jail to Pak national appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Human Rights Day observed across J&K with a series of awareness programmes
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 10: Human Rights Day was marked across Jammu and Kashmir with vibrant programmes, lectures, legal awareness activities, cultural performances and youth-centric engagements organized by educational institutions, civil society groups, legal services authorities and the Indian Army. National Human Rights Social Justice Council of India (Global), led by Advocate Zargar Patnavi, celebrated Human Rights Day in Jammu with an inspiring programme attended by dignitaries including chief guest Manish Sharma and guest of honour Anil Padha. Special awards [] The post Human Rights Day observed across J&K with a series of awareness programmes appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
MLA kick-starts construction work of road in Surankote
Excelsior Correspondent POONCH. Dec 10: The long-pending demand of residents of the remote Morda Bachhai area in Surankote tehsil was finally fulfilled today as the construction work on the dilapidated road from Morda Bachhai to Dhundhak was formally kick-started. Surankote MLA Chaudhary Mohammad Akram cut the ribbon and launched the project, marking the beginning of concrete laying, blacktopping, and the construction of drains and culverts along the route. The road had been in poor condition for nearly two decades, causing [] The post MLA kick-starts construction work of road in Surankote appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammus Ajay Gupta arrested in Goa club fire case
PANAJI/NEW DELHI, Dec 10: A Delhi court on Wednesday refused to give any interim protection from arrest to Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, owners of the ill-fated Goa nightclub who fled to Thailand, as their partner was held in connection with the fire incident that killed 25 people last weekend. In the court, the Luthras lawyer refuted allegations that they had fled, claiming the trip was for a business meeting and argued that the brothers are only licensees, not the actual [] The post Jammus Ajay Gupta arrested in Goa club fire case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
JKIMPARD, CBC organise workshop on Development of Capacity Building Plans for Govt Deptts
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 10: Jammu & Kashmir Institute of Management, Public Administration and Rural Development (JKIMPARD) in collaboration with Capacity Building Commission (CBC) New Delhi organized one day workshop on Development of Capacity Building Plans (DCBPs) for Government departments of Jammu and Kashmir at Convention Centre here. The workshop was e-inaugurated by Chairperson, CBC, Radha Chauhan. Commissioner Secretary, GAD and Information, M Raju; Director, J&K IMPARD, Rehana Batul; Principal Advisor (States), CBC, Chandralekha Mukherjee; faculty members of JKIMPARD and [] The post JKIMPARD, CBC organise workshop on Development of Capacity Building Plans for Govt Deptts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Labour Min inks initial pact with Microsoft
NEW DELHI, Dec 10: The Ministry of Labour & Employment on Wednesday inked an initial pact with Microsoft to strengthen job opportunities, artificial intelligence skilling, and workforce readiness in the country. This collaboration represents a major step in expanding employment linkages, scaling AI-led skilling, and preparing Indias workforce for global opportunities, according to a ministry statement. The ministry has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Microsoft in the presence of Union Minister for Labour & Employment Mansukh Mandaviya and [] The post Labour Min inks initial pact with Microsoft appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Police attaches drug peddlers house
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 10: Police in Srinagar today attached a residential house belonging to the father of a notorious drug peddler under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Authorities said a three-storeyed residential house along with one kanal of land, valued at approximately Rs 2 crore, was attached under the provisions of the Act. The property is in the possession of Fayaz Ahmad Bhat, son of Ghulam Mohammad Bhat, resident [] The post Police attaches drug peddlers house appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Railways inaugurates new goods shed at Chhan Arorian
Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, Dec 10: A new goods shed at Chhan Arorian Station on Jammu-Kathua section of the Northern Railways Jammu Division, has been inaugurated to handle both inward & outward freight movement. Designed for seamless loading-unloading, the facility will operate 16 hours daily (6 AM-10 PM), enhancing convenience for traders and enabling full goods train operations significantly boosting the stations freight handling capacity. Information in this regard had been shared by Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh on his [] The post Railways inaugurates new goods shed at Chhan Arorian appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DC Sgr, SMC Commr inspect winter, snow clearance preparedness
Assess ground readiness for winter response at MED Shalteng, ICCC HMT & SMC Control Room SRINAGAR: Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Akshay Labroo along with the Commissioner Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), Faz Lul Haseeb carried out an extensive on-site review of snow-clearance arrangements across the city.The visit was aimed to assess on ground readiness of Men and []
Div Com Kmr reviews preparedness on vehicular movement at Zojila Pass
SRINAGAR: In view of winter season, Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Anshul Garg, on Wednesday chaired a meeting to review the regulation of vehicular movement on the SrinagarSonmargGumri (SSG) road and the opening and closure schedule of the Zojila Pass, which connects the Union Territories of Ladakh and Jammu & Kashmir. During the meeting, the []
Garg calls for vibrant winter tourism activities at Sonamarg
SRINAGAR: Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Anshul Garg on Wednesday chaired a meeting to assess the preparedness for winter tourism activities at Sonamarg, following the operationalization of the all-weather Sonmarg Tunnel, which has ensured uninterrupted road connectivity to the famed tourist destination. During the meeting, the Div Com stressed the need for the District Administration []
DC Sgr conducts tehsil-wise review of revenue related matters
SRINAGAR: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labrooon Wednesday conducted a Tehsil wise review of Revenue related matters at the Conference Hall of the DC Office and conducted a comprehensive review of delivery of key revenue related services. The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner, Mir Imtiyaz-Ul-Aziz; Additional Deputy Commissioner, Aadil Fareed; SDM West, Irfan []
Labroo reviews implementation of PM Surya Muft Bijli Yojana
SRINAGAR: To assess the progress achieved in installation of Solar Rooftops under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana across the district, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo (Chairman Monitoring and Management Committee PM-Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana) on Wednesday chaired a review meeting at Meeting Hall of the DC Office Complex. Besides, Chief Planning []
Bandipora Police hold PCPG meeting at Nowgam, Sumbal
BANDIPORA: The Bandipora Police organised a Police Community Partnership Group (PCPG) meeting on Wednesday at Nowgam, under the jurisdiction of Police Post Nowgam, to further strengthen police-public cooperation in the area. The meeting was chaired by SSP Bandipora, Ajaz Ahmed ZargarJKPS. It was attended by representatives of Market Associations, Auqaf Committees, Numberdars, Chowkidars, local youth []
KUs DMS begins workshop on data analysis in business research, econometrics
SRINAGAR: The Department of Management Studies (DMS), University of Kashmir (KU), started a three-day workshop on Data Analysis in Business Research and Econometrics at the Main Campus. The workshop is designed to strengthen researchers analytical capabilities and introduce practical tools for handling and interpreting business data. Speaking at the inaugural session, Vice-Chancellor KU, Prof. Nilofer []
DPS Srinagar alumnus awarded Rhodes Scholarship 2026
SRINAGAR: Delhi Public School, Srinagar, is proud to announce that Taif Altaf, an alumnus of the 2021 graduating batch, has been selected as one of six Indian recipients of the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship for 2026, following an exceptionally competitive national selection process. Taif will undertake fully funded postgraduate study at the University of Oxford, where []
IUST organises community-based diabetes awareness & prevention prog
AWANTIPORA: Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), under its Community Connect initiative, organised a Community-Based Diabetes Awareness and Prevention Programme at PHC Dadsara, Tral, centred on the theme Diabetes Across Life Stages. The programme organized by Syed Mantaqi Memorial College of Nursing and Medical Technology (SMMCN & MT), IUST aimed to improve community awareness []
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Property of Hizbul terrorist attached in Doda
Jammu Tawi, Dec 10 : The State Investigation Agency (SIA) of the Jammu and Kashmir Police on Wednesday attached a property of a Pakistan-based Hizbul Mujahideen terrorist in Doda district following court orders, officials said. Ancestral land measuring 1.16 kanal of Hizbul terrorist Zahid Hussain in Mangota village was identified, physically verified, inspected and formally [] The post Property of Hizbul terrorist attached in Doda appeared first on Northlines .
Poonch man crosses over to PoK
Jammu Tawi, Dec 10 : A 28-year-old man crossed over to Pakistan-occupied Jammu Kashmir (PoJK) from Poonch district on Wednesday, officials said. Shahid Khan, a resident of Qasba village, has gone to attend a marriage function in the forward village of Kirni and is believed to have crossed the Line of Control (LoC) around 3:15 [] The post Poonch man crosses over to PoK appeared first on Northlines .
PM-led panel meets to select new CIC, Rahul gives dissent
New Delhi, Dec 10 : The committee headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to select the new Chief Information Commissioner met here on Wednesday and is learnt to have decided on the appointment of CIC and eight Information Commissioners, with Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi apparently giving a dissent note. The meeting [] The post PM-led panel meets to select new CIC, Rahul gives dissent appeared first on Northlines .
Shah, Rahul clash in Lok Sabha over voter fraud, Opposition walks out
Congress defeat in polls due to its leadership, not EVMs or vote chori, says Shah New Delhi: Opposition members walked out of the Lok Sabha on Wednesday after a heated exchange between Union home minister Amit Shah and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi during a debate on electoral reforms and the ongoing Special Intensive Revision [] The post Shah, Rahul clash in Lok Sabha over voter fraud, Opposition walks out appeared first on Northlines .
Jammu Airport least affected in IndiGo Flight disruptions
Highlights coordination, passenger facilitation, hygiene measures Jammu Tawi, Dec 10:Stating that the Jammu air terminal was among the least affected during the recent nationwide IndiGo flight disruptions, Jammu Airport Director Devender Yadav on Wednesday said flight operations at the airport remain fully stable. Addressing a press briefing at the Jammu Airport, Director Yadav said, All [] The post Jammu Airport least affected in IndiGo Flight disruptions appeared first on Northlines .
CM Omar calls for timely execution of housing projects
Chairs J&K Housing Board Meeting Jammu: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday chaired the 52nd meeting of the Board of Directors of the Jammu and Kashmir Housing Board (J&KHB) at the Civil Secretariat here, where detailed deliberations were held on key policy and administrative matters. The meeting was attended by Advisor to the Chief Minister []
Schools should create unique individuals for future challenges: LG Sinha
Attends 40th anniversary celebration of Lawrence Public School in Jammu Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday called upon the schools and educational institutions to have a single aim: Create unique individuals for future challenges. The world is experiencing transformative changes driven by cutting-edge technologies and schools must focus on using new tools to aid []
Centre includes nine J&K blocks in development push
New Delhi, Dec 10:The Union Ministry of Planning has informed the Lok Sabha that it has included nine blocks from Jammu and Kashmir in its Aspirational Blocks Programme (ABP) list, targeting improved governance in underdeveloped areas. The ABP was launched in January-2023 that covers a total of 513 blocks across India as an extension of [] The post Centre includes nine J&K blocks in development push appeared first on Northlines .
J&K faces severe rainfall deficit, water levels drop sharply
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir has entered a severe rainfall deficit phase, with the region recording just 6.1 mm of precipitation between November 1 and December 9 against the expected 43.1 mm, resulting in an 86 per cent shortfall, Kashmir Weather reported on Wednesday. According to the data obtained by KNO, the region has experienced a []
Indias citizens working towards creating Aatma-Nirbhar, Viksit Bharat: LG Sinha
Attends HRDS Indias Veer Savarkar International Impact Award in New Delhi Jammu: Savarkar, the valiant son of Mother India endured tremendous hardship but every moment of his life was dedicated to freedom and development of this soil. Today, people of India are working towards creating a Strong, Aatma-Nirbhar and Viksit Bharat, in line with Veer []
CBK files chargesheet in multi-lakh land fraud case
Srinagar: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has filed a chargesheet in FIR No. 18/2025 before the Chief Judicial Magistrate, Srinagar, naming four accused individuals involved in a significant land fraud case. The accused are Shabir Ahmad Ganie, Bashir Ahmad Ganie, Javeed Ahmad Hakak (then Pathwari), and a deceased Pathwari. They are []
3.6 lakh MGNREGA job cards cancelled in J&K, Ladakh
The Union Ministry of Rural Development has informed the Lok Sabha that Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh witnessed the deletion of more than 3.6 lakh MGNREGS job cards between 201920 and 202425. The Ministry also confirmed that 79,674 workers were removed from the rolls during a one-month verification window from October 10 to November 14, [] The post 3.6 lakh MGNREGA job cards cancelled in J&K, Ladakh appeared first on Northlines .
J&K installs 3,600 solar pumps
The Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy on Wednesday informed the Lok Sabha that Jammu and Kashmir has installed 3,601 solar agriculture pumps under the Pradhan MantriKisan Urja Suraksha Evam Utthan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) scheme till November-30 of the ongoing fiscal. The ministry said that J&K was sanctioned with 5,000 standalone off-grid solar pumps under [] The post J&K installs 3,600 solar pumps appeared first on Northlines .
Flight operations stabilising at Srinagar airport: Director
Srinagar: Asserting that numerous steps have been taken to enhance passenger comfort and maintain operational efficiency Srinagar International Airport Director Javed Anjum on Wednesday said that flight operations at the terminal are stabilizing. Srinagar Airport, like many others, was also affected due to cancellations, Anjum told selected group of media men. On the first day []
CS pushes for 100% panchayat saturation, expansion of CSC services across J&K
Jammu: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Wednesday chaired a high-level meeting of the Information Technology Department to review the functioning of Common Service Centres (CSCs), assess the range and quality of services being delivered to citizens, and chart out a roadmap for expanding their reach across all districts of J&K. The meeting was attended by []
J&K, Ladakh log 9,396 consumer grievances on NCH
The Union Ministry of Consumer Affairs has informed the Lok Sabha that Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has registered 9,396 consumer grievances on the National Consumer Helpline (NCH) during the last three years. The rising complaints reflects a steady rise in complaints related to e-commerce, online purchases, delayed deliveries and defective products. The official data [] The post J&K, Ladakh log 9,396 consumer grievances on NCH appeared first on Northlines .
The Silent Crime In The Exam Hall: How Soft-Hearted Invigilators Undermine Education
Cheating persists not because students are clever, but because teachers allow it. This normalisation is a foundational lesson in moral decay with lifelong consequences. Aaqib Ashraf Examinations are not merely tests of learning. They are tests of patience, honesty, discipline, and personal character. An exam reflects more than what a student knows; it reflects whether []
PM Vishwakarma artisans initiated into Meesho e-commerce platform
Srinagar: A one-day workshop on onboarding PM Vishwakarma (PMV) beneficiaries on the Meesho Pvt. Ltd., e-commerce platform was successfully conducted at the Branch MSME Development & Facilitation Office (DFO), Srinagar. The program was graced by A.K. Tamaria, IEDS, Joint Director, MSME DFO Jammu, as the Chief Guest. The event was also attended by officials from []
Jetty Bridge in Baramulla lies abandoned since 2002
SRINAGAR: The decades-long-awaited 262-metre Jetty Bridge in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir remains incomplete with just pillars, residents urge immediate revival to slash distances and ease traffic congestion. The work on the vital bridge, which began in 2002 under the Jammu and Kashmir Projects Construction Corporation (JKPCC), was later transferred to the Roads and []
Union Govt Flags Rapid Glacier Retreat Across Kashmir
SRINAGAR: The Union Government on Wednesday said it is monitoring glaciers in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh through multiple national programmes to study the effects of climate change on the Himalayan region. Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, Dr Jitendra Singh said the Ministry of Earth Sciences, through the []
Jammu Kashmir, Ladakh Get Major 4G Connectivity Boost
SRINAGAR: The Union Ministry of Communications has announced an enhancement in telecom connectivity across Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh, confirming that Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has installed 2,080 new 4G towers under its ongoing revival programme. According to data tabled in the Lok Sabha, Jammu and Kashmir was allocated 1,697 4G sites, of which 1,624 []
Chinese National Sent Back to Delhi for Illegal Entry into Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: A Chinese national was deported from Srinagar on Wednesday after authorities found that he had entered Jammu and Kashmir without a valid visa permitting travel to the Union Territory, officials said. The individual, identified as Congtai, was intercepted by local police after it came to notice that his visa conditions did not allow entry []
Centre Allocates 3 HFC Buses to Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: The Union Ministry of Heavy Industries Wednesday informed the Lok Sabha that it has allotted three Hydrogen Fuel Cell (HFC) buses for Jammu and Kashmir under the National Hydrogen Mission. The ministry said that a total of 100 hydrogen fuel buses have been deployed across the country, including three in JK. The deployment is []
Jammu Kashmir Beneficiaries Under PMS-SC Plunged to 100 in 2021-22, Rebounded to 10,097 in 2022-23
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir saw a sharp fall in the number of students covered under the Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Castes to just 100 beneficiaries in 2021-22 before numbers rebounded to 10,097 in 2022-23, the Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment told the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday. In a written reply by Minister []
Jammu Airport Least Affected in IndiGo Flight Disruptions: Director
SRINAGAR: Stating that the Jammu air terminal was among the least affected during the recent nationwide IndiGo flight disruptions, Jammu Airport Director Devender Yadav on Wednesday said flight operations at the airport remain fully stable. Addressing a press briefing at the Jammu Airport Conference Hall, Director Yadav said, All stakeholders worked in very close coordination []
Srinagar Airport Flight Operations Stabilising: Director
SRINAGAR: Asserting that numerous steps have been taken to enhance passenger comfort and maintain operational efficiency Srinagar International Airport Director Javed Anjum on Wednesday said that flight operations at the terminal are stabilizing. Srinagar Airport, like many others, was also affected due to cancellations, Anjum told selected group of media men. On the first day []
High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh Has 10 Judge Vacancies
SRINAGAR: As many as ten positions of judges are vacant in the High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh. Against a sanctioned strength of 25, the court is currently functioning with only 15 judges. Official data available shows that the approved strength of judges for the High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh is 25 []
CM Omar Abdullah chairs J&K Housing Board Meeting
JAMMU, DECEMBER 10: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired the 52nd meeting of the Board of Directors of the Jammu and Kashmir Housing Board (J&KHB) at the Civil Secretariat here, where detailed deliberations were held on key policy and administrative matters. The meeting was attended by Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, Chief [] The post CM Omar Abdullah chairs J&K Housing Board Meeting appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Yunus Administration faces mounting questions amid political uncertainty
Bangladesh faces serious economic challenges, public frustration By Tajul Islam The political situation in Bangladesh has entered an era of heightened complexity and instability, shaped most dramatically by the events of August 5, 2024. On that day, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina fled to India, reportedly fearing for her life as the Meticulous Design [] The post Yunus Administration faces mounting questions amid political uncertainty appeared first on Northlines .
Div Com Kashmir for vibrant Winter Tourism Activities at Sonamarg
SRINAGAR, DECEMBER 10: Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Anshul Garg, today chaired a meeting to assess the preparedness for winter tourism activities at Sonamarg, following the operationalization of the all-weather Sonmarg Tunnel, which has ensured uninterrupted road connectivity to the famed tourist destination.During the meeting, the Div Com stressed the need for the District Administration [] The post Div Com Kashmir for vibrant Winter Tourism Activities at Sonamarg appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
US Officials Delhi trip takes trade negotiations into a decisive stage
A mutually beneficial deal appears to be in sight after a tortuous journey By K Raveendran Trade negotiations between Washington and New Delhi have moved into a critical phase as senior American trade officials arrive in India with the stated intention of clearing the final hurdles to a long-discussed agreement. The presence of Deputy [] The post US Officials Delhi trip takes trade negotiations into a decisive stage appeared first on Northlines .
Lieutenant Governor attends HRDS Indias Veer Savarkar International Impact Award in New Delhi
Jammu, 10th December 2025: Savarkar, the valiant son of Mother India endured tremendous hardship but every moment of his life was dedicated to freedom and development of this soil. Today, people of India are working towards creating a Strong, Aatma-Nirbhar and Viksit Bharat, in line with Veer Savarkars vision, the Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha [] The post Lieutenant Governor attends HRDS Indias Veer Savarkar International Impact Award in New Delhi appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
NGAI launches nationwide drive to fortify Gatka officiating corps
Chandigarh: In a strategic move to fortify the technical framework of Gatka game, the National Gatka Association of India (NGAI), an apex body for Gatka sport in India and affiliated with World Gatka Federation (WGF), is organizing its 3rd National Gatka Refresher Course. The intensive three days program is scheduled from December 12 to December [] The post NGAI launches nationwide drive to fortify Gatka officiating corps appeared first on Northlines .
How the magazine, Apna Sanchar, explores tribal life in entirety a review
By-Er. Rajesh Pathak Of the different issues regarding which our history-writing is found adopting disturbing silence one is inclusive study in the Tribal-life . Only as to undo this shortcoming to an extent that the Hindi magazine, Apna Sanchar, published by Akhil Janajati Sanskruti Sanrakshan Samiti is before the readers. To get accustomed with Janjati [] The post How the magazine, Apna Sanchar, explores tribal life in entirety a review appeared first on Northlines .
Tradition in Transition: How Indian Handicrafts Are Shaping a Modern Design Identity
By: Shri Pabitra Margherita A Moment That Captures a Movement During a recent visit to an artisan cluster in rural Assam, a simple scene revealed a profound transformation underway in Indias handicraft ecosystem. Several craftspersons were weaving dry water hyacinth, not into the traditional baskets their community had made for centuries, but into sleek office [] The post Tradition in Transition: How Indian Handicrafts Are Shaping a Modern Design Identity appeared first on Northlines .
LG Sinha Attends HRDS Indias Veer Savarkar International Impact Award In New Delhi
Jammu, Dec 10: Savarkar, the valiant son of Mother India endured tremendous hardship but every moment of his life was dedicated to freedom and development of this soil. Today, people of India are working towards creating a Strong, Aatma-Nirbhar and Viksit Bharat, in line with Veer Savarkars vision, the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Wednesday. He was speaking at the Veer Savarkar International Impact Award, organised by High-range Rural Development Society (HRDS India), in New Delhi. In his address, [] The post LG Sinha Attends HRDS Indias Veer Savarkar International Impact Award In New Delhi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ex-IPS Officer Amitabh Thakur Arrested, Sent To 14-Day Judicial Custody In Fraud Case
LUCKNOW/DEORIA, Dec 10: Former IPS officer Amitabh Thakur was arrested on Wednesday in connection with an alleged fraud and forgery case related to the allotment of an industrial plot in Deoria district in 1999 and was later remanded to 14 days judicial custody by a court, officials said. Thakur was arrested in the early hours from the Maholi border in Sitapur district after being taken into custody by police in Shahjahanpur while he was travelling by train from Lucknow to [] The post Ex-IPS Officer Amitabh Thakur Arrested, Sent To 14-Day Judicial Custody In Fraud Case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Property Of Pakistan-Based Hizbul Mujahideen Terrorist Attached In J&Ks Doda
Jammu, Dec 10: J&K Polices State Investigation Agency (SIA) on Wednesday attached a property of a Pakistan-based Hizbul Mujahideen terrorist in Doda district following due orders of a competent court, officials said. The ancestral land of Hizbul terrorist Zahid Hussain in Mangota village was identified, physically verified, inspected and formally attached, the official said. The official said the attachment of the property is part of a major crackdown to dismantle the terror ecosystem in Jammu and Kashmir. Hussain, who has [] The post Property Of Pakistan-Based Hizbul Mujahideen Terrorist Attached In J&Ks Doda appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Man Crosses Over To PoJK From J&Ks Poonch: Officials
JAMMU, Dec 10: A 28-year-old man crossed over to Pakistan-occupied Jammu-Kashmir (PoJK) from Jammu and Kashmirs Poonch district on Wednesday, officials said. Shahid Khan, a resident of Qasba village, has gone to attend a marriage function in the forward village of Kirni and is believed to have crossed the Line of Control (LoC) around 3:15 pm, they said. Preliminary information suggests that he arrived at the Bodiya post of the Pakistan Army using a stream route, the officials said. It [] The post Man Crosses Over To PoJK From J&Ks Poonch: Officials appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vehicular Movement At Zojila Pass During Winters: Div Com Kashmir Reviews Preparedness Measures
SRINAGAR, Dec 10: In view of winter season, Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Anshul Garg, on Wednesday chaired a meeting to review the regulation of vehicular movement on the SrinagarSonmargGumri (SSG) road and the opening and closure schedule of the Zojila Pass, which connects the Union Territories of Ladakh and Jammu & Kashmir. During the meeting, the Divisional Commissioner urged District Administrations of Kargil and Ganderbal, SSP Rural Kashmir, and officers from BRO and BEACON to maintain close coordination for [] The post Vehicular Movement At Zojila Pass During Winters: Div Com Kashmir Reviews Preparedness Measures appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
