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Dr. Somdev Bhardwaj delivers lecture at CUK

GANDERBAL: Dr. Somdev Bhardwaj, organizing secretary, Vigyan Bharati (North India), delivered an insightful lecture on Indian Knowledge Tradition and Earth Conservation at the Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir). Vice-Chancellor, Prof. A. Ravindar Nath, along with faculty members, research scholars, and students were present during the lecture held on World Earth Day. In his address, Dr. []

Kashmir Reader 9 May 2026 12:14 am

Officials found holidaying at multi-sport events will be called back: Ministry tells NSFs

NEW DELHI: Indias sports administrators have been warned that those who treat multi-sport events as paid holidays would be called back midway from these competitions to ensure that athletes do not suffer because of their lackadaisical attitude. With the country gearing up for the upcoming Commonwealth Games (July-August in Glasgow) and the Asian Games (September-October []

Kashmir Reader 9 May 2026 12:05 am

NMBA activities continue across Pulwama with awareness, sports progs

PULWAMA: As part of the ongoing 100-day campaign under the Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyan, a series of awareness and outreach activities were conducted on Friday across District Pulwama to spread awareness against drug abuse and promote a healthy and drug-free society. A mega awareness programme was organised at Panchayat Halqa Machama Tral with []

Kashmir Reader 9 May 2026 12:02 am

Community participation key to drug-free society: Sheetal Nanda

Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyan REASI: In an effort to spread awareness about the ill effects of drug abuse and make Reasi a drug-free district, the district administration today organised a mega awareness programme under the Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyan at the Deputy Commissioners Office Complex. Commissioner Secretary, Forest, Ecology and Environment, Sheetal Nanda, was []

Kashmir Reader 9 May 2026 12:01 am

Where did Kohinoor come from? Scientists have a unique big diamond theory

NEW DELHI: A new scientific study exploring the mysterious origins of some of the worlds largest diamonds is raising an intriguing question: could legendary gems such as the Kohinoor have formed deep within strange iron-rich regions hidden inside Earth? While the research did not specifically study the Kohinoor diamond, scientists say the findings may help []

Kashmir Reader 8 May 2026 11:59 pm

37 Junior Secretariat Assistants Deputed For IMPARD Training Course: Govt

Srinagar, May 8: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has deputed 37 Junior Secretariat Assistants of the J&K Secretariat (Subordinate) Service for undergoing the J&K Secretariat Assistants Training Course at the Institute of Management, Public Administration and Rural Development (IMPARD) campuses in Jammu and Srinagar. According to Government Order No. 874-JK(GAD) of 2026 dated May 7, the training programme will be conducted for a period of two months from May 11 to July 9, 2026. The order issued by the General [] The post 37 Junior Secretariat Assistants Deputed For IMPARD Training Course: Govt appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 8:37 pm

Delhi CBI Court Allows Army Officer Accused Of Bribery To Operate Seized Bank Accounts

NEW DELHI, May 8: A CBI court here has allowed Lt Col Deepak Kumar Sharma accused of taking a bribe of Rs 3 lakh from a Dubai-based company to operate his four savings bank accounts in Jammu, saying the seizure cannot be an act in perpetuity to authorise the probe agency to bypass the law. Special Judge Gagandeep Singh was hearing Sharmas application for defreezing his bank accounts and a locker. The plea said that he had been granted bail [] The post Delhi CBI Court Allows Army Officer Accused Of Bribery To Operate Seized Bank Accounts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 8:24 pm

Infiltration, cattle smuggling will become impossible in Bengal under BJP: Shah

KOLKATA: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said infiltration and cattle smuggling would become impossible in West Bengal under the BJP government, as he formally announced Suvendu Adhikari as the leader of the BJP legislature party and the partys chief ministerial face. Addressing BJP MLAs and senior leaders at a charged legislature party meeting []

Kashmir Reader 8 May 2026 8:14 pm

J-K: Army, civil administration rescue 20 stranded tourists in Gulmarg

SRINAGAR: Army and civil administration on Friday rescued 20 tourists, including eight children, from the higher reaches of Gulmarg in Jammu and Kashmir after they got stranded due to a technical snag in a private helicopter, officials said. The tourists six men, six women and eight children had travelled to the snow-bound area []

Kashmir Reader 8 May 2026 8:09 pm

CM Appreciates Army, Civil Admin For Rescuing Tourists Stranded After Helicopter Glitch In Gulmarg

SRINAGAR, May 8: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has appreciated the prompt and coordinated efforts of the Army and Civil Administration in safely rescuing tourists stranded in the higher reaches of Gulmarg following a technical snag in a private helicopter. The Chief Minister commended the swift response and close coordination among all agencies involved in the rescue operation, which ensured the safety and well-being of the stranded tourists. He further directed the administration to take all necessary measures to strengthen safety [] The post CM Appreciates Army, Civil Admin For Rescuing Tourists Stranded After Helicopter Glitch In Gulmarg appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 8:06 pm

Over 9,000 Animal Cruelty Cases In 2024; Maharashtra Tops States, J&K Leads UTs: NCRB

New Delhi, May 8: In a first, the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) has included cases of crime and cruelty against animals in its annual database Crime in India 2024, recording a total of 9,039 cases under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act across the country. The data comes amid persistent demands from animal rights activists, who have long argued that while attacks by animals on humans are documented, there has been no official nationwide database tracking cruelty against [] The post Over 9,000 Animal Cruelty Cases In 2024; Maharashtra Tops States, J&K Leads UTs: NCRB appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 8:01 pm

Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Warns Against Alienating People Through Distressing Policies; Calls for Reopening of Jamia Siraj Ul Uloom

Srinagar : While addressing the Friday congregation at Jama Masjid Srinagar, Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Dr. Moulvi Muhammad Umar Farooq said that the banning of Jamia Siraj Ul Uloom under the stringent UAPA is a serious matter, stroking the apprehension among people that our religious identity, and educational institutions being run by trusts and local committees are being []

Kashmir Reader 8 May 2026 7:50 pm

CCourt setbacks to Trump add uncertainty to US tariffs, may slowdown BTA talks with India: Experts

NEW DELHI, May 8: Repeated setbacks faced by US President Donald Trump in American courts have further heightened uncertainty over the US tariff regime, and India should wait for the United States to evolve a more stable and legally predictable trade framework before moving ahead with the proposed bilateral trade agreement, experts said. They said that this ruling is a crucial reminder that Trumps global tariffs violated WTO (World Trade Organisation) rules, and their striking down by US courts is [] The post CCourt setbacks to Trump add uncertainty to US tariffs, may slowdown BTA talks with India: Experts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 6:07 pm

Operation Sindoor Reflected Indian Militarys Joint Prowess: Rajnath Singh

JAIPUR/NEW DELHI, May 8: Operation Sindoor is a testament to the swift, precise, and joint response of the Indian armed forces to safeguard national interests, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Friday even as he called upon the military to remain ready to deal with any security challenges. Singh made the remarks in his address at the ongoing joint military commanders conference in Jaipur that carried out a comprehensive review of the combat preparedness of the three services in the [] The post Operation Sindoor Reflected Indian Militarys Joint Prowess: Rajnath Singh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 5:58 pm

SC Orders Establishment Of Special Courts For Expeditious Trial In NIA Cases

NEW DELHI, May 8: The Supreme Court on Friday directed that at least one special court be established to deal with 10 to 15 pending trials in cases probed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Passing a slew of directions to expedite trials in cases where the Centre, through the NIA, is the prosecutor, the apex court said the special courts should be set up within a month. A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi directed [] The post SC Orders Establishment Of Special Courts For Expeditious Trial In NIA Cases appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 5:12 pm

Teen kills friend with cricket bat over love rivalry in Kathua, arrested

Kathua, May 08: In a chilling case of friendship turning fatal over a suspected love rivalry, police in Kathua have arrested a 19yearold youth for the brutal daylight murder of his close friend, 18yearold Nakul Singh. The accused has been identified as Parth Verma alias Sumit, who allegedly bludgeoned Nakul to death with a cricket bat inside the victims home over love rivalry. The shocking crime, which has sent shockwaves across Kathua town, occurred on May 6 at Nakul Singhs residence in Ward No. 10 near Rajbagh. Nakul was found dead in a pool of blood, while his younger brother, 16yearold Nikhil Singh, was critically injured in the attack. Addressing the media, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kathua Mohita Sharma, per news agencyKashmir News Observer (KNO), said the case was cracked using technical surveillance, including tracking the missing mobile phone of the deceased. After registering the FIR, multiple police teams were constituted. During the investigation, the missing iPhone of the deceased was traced with the help of technical inputs. Sustained interrogation of suspects led to a confession by the accused. The stolen mobile phone was also recovered on his disclosure, in the presence of a magistrate, the SSP said. According to police, the accused visited Nakul Singhs house around 11.40 am on the day of the incident and even made a phone call to another friend using Nakuls mobile phone before the situation escalated. Investigators revealed that a heated argument broke out between the two friends over a girl, exposing what police described as a love angle behind the murder. The argument quickly escalated into a physical altercation driven by jealousy and personal rivalry. In a fit of rage, the accused allegedly picked up a cricket bat lying inside the room and struck Nakul Singh on the head, killing him on the spot, SSP Sharma said. Police said the violence did not stop there. When Nakuls younger brother Nikhil entered the house during the attack, the accused allegedly panicked and repeatedly assaulted him with the same cricket bat in an attempt to eliminate an eyewitness. The accused fled the scene after leaving behind the bloodstained cricket bat and taking away the victims mobile phone, the officer added. The murder weapon has since been recovered and forensic evidence from the crime scene has been collected. Nikhil Singh remains in critical condition and is undergoing treatment at AIIMS Jammu, where he is currently on ventilator support. Police said the investigation is being strengthened to ensure strict punishment for the accused. Justice will be delivered only through conviction, SSP Sharma said.

Greater Kashmir 8 May 2026 5:10 pm

Jammu Kashmir: Teen Arrested for Killing Friend with Cricket Bat over Love Rivalry

SRINAGAR: In a chilling case of friendship turning fatal over a suspected love rivalry, police in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir have arrested a 19yearold youth for the brutal daylight murder of his close friend, 18yearold Nakul Singh. The accused has been identified as Parth Verma alias Sumit, who allegedly bludgeoned Nakul to death []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 5:00 pm

Large-Scale Banking Fraud Involving Anil Ambanis ADAG Requires Thorough Probe, Says SC

NEW DELHI, May 8: The Supreme Court on Friday said the matter concerning alleged large-scale banking fraud involving Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group and its firms required a thorough investigation after the CBI said the total loss estimated in seven cases was around Rs 27,337 crore. The CBI told the apex court nine FIRs had been lodged, including the two in which charge sheets have been filed, and investigations were on in seven cases. A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant [] The post Large-Scale Banking Fraud Involving Anil Ambanis ADAG Requires Thorough Probe, Says SC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:59 pm

Suvendu Adhikari Elected BJP Legislature Party Leader In Bengal, Set To Become CM

KOLKATA, May 8: Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari was on Friday elected the leader of the BJP legislature party in West Bengal, paving the way for him to become the first BJP chief minister of the state. BJP sources said Adhikaris name was proposed at the legislature party meeting here and formally announced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in the presence of newly elected BJP MLAs and senior party leaders. The swearing-in ceremony of the new BJP government will [] The post Suvendu Adhikari Elected BJP Legislature Party Leader In Bengal, Set To Become CM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:55 pm

South Kashmir: Police Attach Properties Worth Rs 6.5 Crore Under NDPS Act

SRINAGAR: Police in south Kashmirs Anantnag district have initiated attachment and seizure proceedings against Bashir Ahmad Mir of Doonipora Sangam and his family under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act, following findings that they allegedly accumulated assets disproportionate to their known sources of income. Officials said the action follows an enquiry conducted under Chapter VA []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 4:32 pm

Love Affair Angle Behind Kathua Murder; Accused Arrested After CDR Tracking: SSP

Kathua, May 8: Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kathua, Mohit Sharma, on Thursday said that Nakul Singh was allegedly murdered following a scuffle with his friend, Parthav Verma (19), reportedly over a love-related issue. Addressing the media, SSP Sharma said that during the altercation, the accused allegedly struck Nakul repeatedly on the head with a cricket bat until he collapsed. The officer further stated that when Nakuls younger brother entered the house, the accused allegedly attacked him as well with [] The post Love Affair Angle Behind Kathua Murder; Accused Arrested After CDR Tracking: SSP appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:29 pm

Rupee falls 25 paise to close at 94.47 against US dollar

MUMBAI, May 8: The rupee depreciated 25 paise to close at 94.47 (provisional) against the US dollar on Friday, after rising in the past two sessions, on renewed tensions between the US and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz. Forex traders said investor sentiments were affected after Iran accused the US of violating the ceasefire as the US carried out fresh attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and civilian areas, while President Donald Trump said the ceasefire was still in [] The post Rupee falls 25 paise to close at 94.47 against US dollar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:22 pm

India seeks greater role in global international space norms

NEW DELHI, May 8: India is seeking a larger role in shaping international norms for the fast-growing space industry, a senior government official said on Friday, as global space standards experts gathered in New Delhi for a key ISO meeting. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) organised the 35th Plenary and Working Groups meetings of ISOs Technical Committee 20/Subcommittee 14 on Space Systems and Operations, drawing 131 international delegates from 13 countries, including representatives from national standards bodies, space agencies, [] The post India seeks greater role in global international space norms appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:17 pm

Sustained Efforts Being Made To Ensure Inclusive, Equitable Development Across J&K: Sakeena Itoo

SRINAGAR, May 8: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the progress of various ongoing developmental projects being executed by the Education, Health and Social Welfare departments across Jammu and Kashmir. During the meeting, the Minister conducted a detailed department-wise review and assessed project monitoring mechanisms, fund utilization and inter-departmental coordination to ensure effective execution of developmental initiatives across Jammu and Kashmir. Reviewing the Education department projects, [] The post Sustained Efforts Being Made To Ensure Inclusive, Equitable Development Across J&K: Sakeena Itoo appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:12 pm

At Raabita, CM Interacts With Public Representatives, Deputations; Discusses Developmental, Public Welfare Issues

SRINAGAR, May 8: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today met several public representatives, various deputations and individuals at his Public Services & Outreach Office Raabita here and discussed a range of public welfare and developmental issues concerning Jammu & Kashmir. MLA Zadibal, Tanvir Sadiq, called on the Chief Minister and discussed issues related to parks and gardens in his constituency. MLA Banihal, Sajad Shaheen, also raised several issues of public importance concerning his constituency. Former Minister Javid Mustafa Mir also separately [] The post At Raabita, CM Interacts With Public Representatives, Deputations; Discusses Developmental, Public Welfare Issues appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:11 pm

Three Youths Drown In Jhelum At Hajin, Bodies Retrieved After Rescue Operation

Bandipora, May 8: Three youths tragically lost their lives after drowning in the River Jhelum in the Hajin area of north Kashmirs Bandipora district on Friday, officials said. Officials said that the incident took place in the Check Chandergeer area when the trio was reportedly washing tent material along the riverbank and accidentally slipped into the river. Soon after the incident, locals and volunteers launched a rescue operation. Two bodies were recovered during the initial search, while the third body [] The post Three Youths Drown In Jhelum At Hajin, Bodies Retrieved After Rescue Operation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:09 pm

Enough is enough, says SC; directs MP govt to decide on prosecuting its minister for Col Qureshi remarks

NEW DELHI, May 8: Enough is enough, an anguished Supreme Court observed Friday as it asked the Madhya Pradesh government to decide on granting sanction to prosecute its minister Kunwar Vijay Shah for his objectionable remarks targeting Army officer Col Sofiya Qureshi made in aftermath of Operation Sindoor. A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi termed the objectionable statement of Shah as the most unfortunate after Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the state, said that [] The post Enough is enough, says SC; directs MP govt to decide on prosecuting its minister for Col Qureshi remarks appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:07 pm

Love Affair Angle Behind Kathua Murder; Accused Arrested After CDR Tracking: Police

SRINAGAR: Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kathua, Mohit Sharma, on Friday said that Nakul Singh was allegedly murdered following a scuffle with his friend, Parthav Verma (19), reportedly over a love-related dispute. Addressing the media, SSP Sharma said that during the altercation, the accused allegedly struck Nakul repeatedly on the head with a cricket bat []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 4:03 pm

Excise policy: Delhi HC to hear CBI plea against discharge of Kejriwal, Sisodia on May 11

NEW DELHI, May 8: The Delhi High Court on Friday deferred hearing till May 11 on the CBIs petition challenging the trial courts discharge order in the liquor policy case, saying that it was awaiting consent of certain senior lawyers to represent AAP leaders Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia and Durgesh Pathak. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma said she would pass the necessary order on the appointment on Monday and begin hearing the matter on Tuesday. There are three persons who are [] The post Excise policy: Delhi HC to hear CBI plea against discharge of Kejriwal, Sisodia on May 11 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:01 pm

Bodies of Three Youths Recovered from River Jhelum in North Kashmir

SRINAGAR: Bodies of three youth were recovered after they drowned into the river Jhelum in Hajin area of north Kashmirs Bandipora on Friday, officials said. An official said that the incident took place in the Check Chandergeer area when the three youths were washing tent material on the banks of the river. He said local []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 3:51 pm

Anantnag Police Attaches Narcotics-Linked Assets Worth 6.5 Crore In Biggest Crackdown In J&K UT

Anantnag, May 8: In one of the biggest actions against narcotics networks in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, Anantnag Police on Thursday attached and seized properties worth approximately 6.5 crore under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act in south Kashmirs Sangam area. Police said the action was carried out against Bashir Ahmad Mir son of Gul Mohammad Mir and his family members, residents of Doonipora Sangam, following an enquiry conducted under Chapter VA of the NDPS Act. According [] The post Anantnag Police Attaches Narcotics-Linked Assets Worth 6.5 Crore In Biggest Crackdown In J&K UT appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 3:41 pm

SIT Produces Chargesheet In Case Of Assassination Attempt On NC President

Jammu, May 8: Special Investigation Team (SIT) Friday produced the chargesheet in the court of Chief Judicial Magistrate, Jammu in a high-profile case related to assassination attempt on National Conference president and the former Chief Minister Dr Farooq Abdullah at Royal Park Greater Kailash on March 11, 2026. On March 14, the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Jammu zone Bhim Sen Tuti had constituted a seven-member Special Investigation Team (SIT), under the supervision of DIG, Jammu-Samba-Kathua (JSK) range, to conduct [] The post SIT Produces Chargesheet In Case Of Assassination Attempt On NC President appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 3:36 pm

No Eknath Shinde in NC: CM Omar Abdullah Says All Party MLAs United

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday accused the BJP of pursuing blackmail politics over the issue of statehood and said the delay in cabinet expansion was linked to the Union Territorys status and not due to any fear within the ruling National Conference. Responding to remarks by the Leader of Opposition []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 3:31 pm

BJP calls Sanjay Raut joker of Indian politics over Trump post on Bengal polls

NEW DELHI, May 8: The BJP on Friday called Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut the joker of Indian politics over his post addressed to US President Donald Trump on the West Bengal Assembly election results, and accused the Opposition of besmirching Indias image internationally. In a post on X addressed to Trump, Raut on Friday questioned reports of the US president congratulating Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the BJPs victory in West Bengal and said the polls are an [] The post BJP calls Sanjay Raut joker of Indian politics over Trump post on Bengal polls appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 3:19 pm

Delimitation Favoured Only BJP and its Allies: CM Omar Abdullah

SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday alleged that the delimitation exercise in Jammu and Kashmir was carried out solely to benefit the BJP and its allies. We have suffered because of their delimitation. And we know how the delimitation was done. It was carried out only to benefit the BJP and its allies. Now []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 3:08 pm

Amar Singh College Principal, Assistant Professor Suspended Over Harassment Incident

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Government on Friday ordered the suspension of the Principal and an Assistant Professor of Amar Singh College, Srinagar, following a recent harassment controversy that triggered student protests on campus. Senior officials in the Higher Education Department said the action has been taken pending an inquiry into the incident, with directions issued []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 3:03 pm

Principal, Assistant Professor Suspended Over Harassment Incident At Amar Singh College; Sakina Itoo Orders Week-Long Probe

SRINAGAR, May 8: Minister for Higher Education, Sakina Itoo, has ordered the suspension of the Principal and an Assistant Professor of Amar Singh College following a reported harassment incident at the institution. Official sources said the minister took serious note of the matter and directed the concerned authorities to initiate immediate action. An inquiry has also been ordered into the incident, which has been asked to be completed within a week. Sources added that strict action will be taken against [] The post Principal, Assistant Professor Suspended Over Harassment Incident At Amar Singh College; Sakina Itoo Orders Week-Long Probe appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 3:02 pm

3 men slip into Jhelum in Hajin, 2 feared drowned, 1 rescued

Hajin: Two persons are feared drowned while another one was rescued after three men slipped into the Jhelum river in Hajin area of north Kashmirs Bandipora district on Friday, officials said. An official saidthat the incident occurred when the trio was washing their tents on the banks of the river He said one of them []

Kashmir Reader 8 May 2026 2:41 pm

ACME Solar Holdings net profit up 13.3 pc to Rs 138 cr in Q4

NEW DELHI, May 8: ACME Solar Holdings on Friday posted a 13.3 per cent on-year rise in net profit to Rs 138 crore in the March quarter, supported by higher revenues. The company had a net profit of Rs 122 crore in the quarter ended on March 31, 2025, a company statement said. Total revenue of the company rose to Rs 705 crore in the reported quarter from Rs 539 crore in the period year ago. In the fiscal 2025-26, [] The post ACME Solar Holdings net profit up 13.3 pc to Rs 138 cr in Q4 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 2:29 pm

David Attenborough, excited but hushed voice of nature programs, turns 100

LONDON, May 8 (AP) The BBC is hosting a party for David Attenborough at the Royal Albert Hall. Cinemas are playing his nature films. Friends have spent weeks lavishing praise on the man and his work. But the worlds most famous wildlife presenter is likely to be uncomfortable with all the attention as he celebrates his 100th birthday on Friday, said Alastair Fothergill, the producer of some of Attenboroughs most well-known documentaries. Hes always been very clear to all of [] The post David Attenborough, excited but hushed voice of nature programs, turns 100 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 2:27 pm

Man charged with harassing former Prince Andrew near his home

LONDON, May 8: A man has been charged with harassing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor after reports that the former Prince Andrew was threatened by a masked man while walking dogs near his home. Alex Jenkinson, 39, is due at Norwich Magistrates Court on Friday to face two counts of using threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour to harass someone or cause alarm or distress. Norfolk Constabulary announced the charges on Thursday night. Police said the suspect was arrested Wednesday evening after [] The post Man charged with harassing former Prince Andrew near his home appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 2:25 pm

Three Youths Feared Drowned in River Jhelum in North Kashmir; Rescue Operation Underway

SRINAGAR: Three youths reportedly drowned in the Jhelum river in the Hajin area of north Kashmirs Bandipora district on Friday, officials said. Officials said that the incident occurred in the Hajin area, following which rescue teams were immediately rushed to the spot and a search operation was launched to trace the missing youths. Rescue personnel, []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 2:25 pm

Former CEO of SriLankan Airlines found dead, days after securing bail in corruption case

COLOMBO, May 8: Former CEO of SriLankan Airlines Kapila Chandrasena was found dead at his home in suspicious circumstances on Friday, days after he secured bail in a corruption case, police said. Chandrasena was granted bail on Tuesday after he was remanded in March in the case where he was charged for taking a kickback on the purchase of aircraft for the national carrier. Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) F U Wootler said that his body was discovered at his [] The post Former CEO of SriLankan Airlines found dead, days after securing bail in corruption case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 2:23 pm

Rubio set to meet Italys Meloni as both sides seek to ease frictions over Iran war

ROME, May 8: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is opening his second day of fence-mending meetings Friday with talks scheduled with Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni in a bid to ease tensions over the war with Iran. President Donald Trumps tariffs, his complaints about Europes unwillingness to help the US with the war and his attacks against Pope Leo XIV have fueled weeks of sharp disagreements over trade and defence cooperation between the two traditionally strong allies. Rubio will also [] The post Rubio set to meet Italys Meloni as both sides seek to ease frictions over Iran war appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 2:22 pm

Lt Governor Manoj Sinha offers prayers

TIRUMALA, May 8: Lt Governor of J&K Manoj Sinha offered prayers in the Hill Shrine of Sri Venkateswara Swamy here on Friday morning. Earlier, on his arrival at the main entrance of the temple-Maha Dwaram, he was welcomed by TTD Executive Officer M Ravi Chandra, and temple priests. After offering prayers to Dwajasthambham in the temple, the Governor had darshan of Lord Venkateswara. Later at Ranganayakula Mandapam, the Vedic Pundits offered him Vedasirvachanam. The TTD EO presented Thirtha Prasadams and [] The post Lt Governor Manoj Sinha offers prayers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 2:20 pm

Lakhimpur Kheri violence case: SC expresses disappointment over non-production of witnesses

NEW DELHI, May 8: The Supreme Court on Friday expressed disappointment over the non-production of witnesses in the ongoing trial against Ashish Mishra, son of former Union minister Ajay Mishra, and others in the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence case. A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi said the status report filed before it by the Uttar Pradesh government has not assigned any reason whatsoever for non-production of witnesses. It noted that no witnesses have been examined [] The post Lakhimpur Kheri violence case: SC expresses disappointment over non-production of witnesses appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 2:19 pm

TVK Chief Should Be Given Opportunity To Prove Majority In TN Assembly: Omar

SRINAGAR, May 8: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday asserted that there was no justification for the Tamil Nadu governor to stop TVK leader Vijay from forming the government, and said he should be provided an opportunity to prove the majority in the assembly. Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar on Thursday rejected TVK chief Vijays claim to form the government, stating that his party lacks the requisite numbers. The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has fallen short [] The post TVK Chief Should Be Given Opportunity To Prove Majority In TN Assembly: Omar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 1:58 pm

Advisory On CUET-UG Dress Code, Permissible Items Released

New Delhi, May 8: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued an advisory for candidates appearing in the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-UG) 2026, informing them about the dress code and permissible items at examination centres. The CUET-UG exam will be held from May 11 to May 31 in India, and in 15 cities outside the country. In an advisory issued on Thursday, the NTA said the examination will be conducted in computer-based test (CBT) mode. It also informed candidates [] The post Advisory On CUET-UG Dress Code, Permissible Items Released appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 1:57 pm

I Know Cricket Is Indias No.1 Sport But Basketball Has Potential Too: NBA Legend Vlade Divac

NEW DELHI, May 8: He is well aware that cricket is Indias number one sport but NBA great Vlade Divac is nonetheless hopeful that basketball too will find its space in the country. The 71 tall Sacramento Kings great was at the American Centre here on Friday for some dribbling and passing with over 100 children from various schools and academies in the national capital. I have to tell you, I am surprised, (the kids) they are pretty good, he [] The post I Know Cricket Is Indias No.1 Sport But Basketball Has Potential Too: NBA Legend Vlade Divac appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 1:54 pm

Family of imprisoned Chinese journalist pleads for his release over health concerns

BANGKOK, May 8: Family members and activists have called for the release of imprisoned Chinese journalist Dong Yuyu due to health concerns. Dong, an editor at a major state-owned newspaper, the Guangming Daily, was taken away while meeting a Japanese diplomat for lunch in 2022 and was sentenced to seven years in prison for espionage in 2024. Yuyu is now effectively facing a death sentence, the family said in a statement Thursday. Dong was hospitalised at a prison-affiliated hospital in [] The post Family of imprisoned Chinese journalist pleads for his release over health concerns appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 1:39 pm

Digital access, cyber security challenges in DPI ecosystem: Nageswaran

NEW DELHI, May 8: Indias digital public infrastructure (DPI) has achieved world-class scale, but challenges relating to digital access, data governance, interoperability and cyber security remain areas of concern, Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran said on Friday. Addressing an ICRIER event on Digital Public Infrastructure & Public Service Delivery, Nageswaran said large sections of the population, particularly the elderly, people living in areas with poor connectivity and those with low literacy and limited digital fluency, still face barriers in [] The post Digital access, cyber security challenges in DPI ecosystem: Nageswaran appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 1:35 pm

No Eknath Shinde In NC: Omar Abdullah Says All Party MLAs United

SRINAGAR, May 08: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday accused the BJP of pursuing blackmail politics over the issue of statehood and said the delay in cabinet expansion was linked to the Union Territorys status and not due to any fear within the ruling National Conference. Responding to remarks by the Leader of Opposition in the J&K Assembly, Abdullah said there was no Eknath Shinde in the National Conference and asserted that all party legislators stood united. [] The post No Eknath Shinde In NC: Omar Abdullah Says All Party MLAs United appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 1:22 pm

Bar Has Much To Offer: CJI Shares Anecdote As He Dismisses Lawyers Plea For Revaluation

NEW DELHI, May 8: In a rare moment of candour, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant shared an anecdote when as a young lawyer he was rebuked by a high court judge for aspiring to become a judicial officer, and was told, The bar is waiting for you. The story came in a way of encouragement to a judicial services aspirant, who was seeking revaluation of an examination paper. Though the plea of Prerna Gupta was dismissed by a bench [] The post Bar Has Much To Offer: CJI Shares Anecdote As He Dismisses Lawyers Plea For Revaluation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 1:18 pm

CRPF Constable Commits Suicide In J&Ks Anantnag

SRINAGAR, May 8: A CRPF personnel allegedly committed suicide by shooting himself with his service weapon in Jammu and Kashmirs Anantnag district, officials said on Friday. The incident occurred on Thursday evening at Kokernag in south Kashmir, they said. Constable Satish Kumar, a resident of Rewari in Haryana, was posted with the 164 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). The post CRPF Constable Commits Suicide In J&Ks Anantnag appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 1:16 pm

High Court Promotes 2 Counsellors As Principal Counsellors In J&K

JAMMU, May 8: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has promoted two Counsellors as Principal Counsellors in the District Judiciary of the Union Territory in the interest of administration. See Order Copy Click Here.. The post High Court Promotes 2 Counsellors As Principal Counsellors In J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 12:55 pm

High Court Transfers 12 CAOs, Accounts Officers In J&K District Judiciary

JAMMU, May 8: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has ordered the transfer and posting of 12 Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs) and Accounts Officers in the District Judiciary of the Union Territory following the promotion of Section Officers and Senior Scale Stenographers as Chief Administrative Officers. See Order Copy Click Here.. The post High Court Transfers 12 CAOs, Accounts Officers In J&K District Judiciary appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 12:53 pm

Director SDRF Bereaved, Chief Minister Condoles Death

SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed deep sorrow over the demise of Haji Mohammad Sultan Mir, father of senior police officer DIG Imtiyaz Hussain Mir. In a condolence message, the Chief Minister conveyed heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved family and prayed for eternal peace to the departed soul. He also prayed for strength and []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 12:48 pm

Kulgam Police Retrieves Kahcharai Land Worth 60 Lakh From Drug Peddlers In Kund

KULGAM, May 8: In a major action under the Nasha Mukt Abhiyan Jammu & Kashmir, Kulgam Police, in coordination with the Revenue authorities, on Thursday retrieved Kahcharai land worth approximately 60 lakh from the unauthorized occupation of alleged drug peddlers in Kund area of south Kashmirs Kulgam district. Officials said the joint operation was carried out at village Oriel falling under the jurisdiction of Police Station Kund, where a total of 06 kanals of Kahcharai land was retrieved. According to [] The post Kulgam Police Retrieves Kahcharai Land Worth 60 Lakh From Drug Peddlers In Kund appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 12:39 pm

Drug Peddlers Property Demolished; Commercial Establishment Sealed In J&Ks Baramulla

Baramulla, May 8: Intensifying its crackdown on drug trafficking and allied illegal activities under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, police in Baramulla, in coordination with the Revenue authorities and Gulmarg Development Authority (GDA), carried out decisive action against individuals involved in narcotics-related offences in the Tangmarg area. In a joint operation conducted at Ferozpora Tangmarg, a shop belonging to notorious drug peddler Imtiyaz Ahmad Mir son of Ab Majid Mir resident of Ferozpora Tangmarg was demolished by Police along [] The post Drug Peddlers Property Demolished; Commercial Establishment Sealed In J&Ks Baramulla appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 12:31 pm

IPL: BCCI Bans Unauthorised Entries In Players Rooms; Warns Of Honey Traps, Security Risk

NEW DELHI, May 8: Warning of potential honey traps, legal liability and security risks, the BCCI has banned unauthorised visitors from the hotel rooms of players, support staff and team officials in the IPL after incidents of misconduct and protocol violations were flagged by the Boards Anti-Corruption Unit. In an elaborate advisory for the 10 IPL franchises, the BCCI has said that written authorisation from the team managers would be a must for guests to have access to the players [] The post IPL: BCCI Bans Unauthorised Entries In Players Rooms; Warns Of Honey Traps, Security Risk appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 12:18 pm

Support to TVK: VCK to make crucial decision today

CHENNAI: The Thol Thirumavalavan-led VCK will meet on Friday to make a crucial decision on supporting Vijays TVK in government formation. VCK has been a trusted ally of the DMK facing several elections together. The party has secured two seats in the April 23 Assembly election. Stating that VCK cannot take a magic decision on []

Kashmir Reader 8 May 2026 12:14 pm

Beauty Island Expands Online Visibility as a Trusted Makeup Artist in Patna

Patnas beauty services industry is rapidly evolving, with a growing number of users relying on Google and social platforms to find a reliable makeup artist in Patna. As digital discovery becomes the primary source of information, professionals with strong online visibility are gaining a clear advantage in this competitive market. In this changing landscape, Beauty Island is steadily emerging as a recognized makeup artist in Patna by combining technical expertise with a consistent digital presence. The brand focuses on delivering [] The post Beauty Island Expands Online Visibility as a Trusted Makeup Artist in Patna appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 11:56 am

LG Manoj Sinha Offers Prayers At Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, Performs Abhishekam Ceremony

Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh), May 8: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday visited the Lord Venkateswara Swamy Temple at Tirumala in Andhra Pradesh to offer prayers and participate in part in the Abhishekam ceremony. Accompanied by temple officials, the governor was seen draped in a vibrant traditional shawl, marking his presence at the revered pilgrimage site. The Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, situated atop the seventh peak of the Seshachalam Hills, is among Indias most revered Hindu shrines. Dedicated to [] The post LG Manoj Sinha Offers Prayers At Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, Performs Abhishekam Ceremony appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 11:33 am

One Shot Built the Universe Boss Image and Defined Chris Gayles Entire Career

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW | CRICKET | IPL Brought to you by BETVIBE | Featuring Brand Ambassador Chris Gayle Chris Gayle spoke in a BETVIBE interview about how his career is built around power, consistency and a recognisable batting identity that remains consistent across formats and leagues. The Universe Boss stated: If I had to pick one shot to define Chris Gyale? Probably the pull shot. Chris Gayles statement that the pull shot defines him best places one stroke at the centre [] The post One Shot Built the Universe Boss Image and Defined Chris Gayles Entire Career appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 11:06 am

Earthquake Jolts Parts Of Jammu And Kashmir, Epicenter In Kishtwar

SRINAGAR, May 8: A Mild earthquake tremors were felt in several parts of Jammu and Kashmir on Friday morning. As per details available, an earthquake of magnitude 3.5 struck Kishtwar district at around 09:57:54 IST. Officials said the epicentre was located in Kishtwar region at Latitude 33.289 North and Longitude 76.739 East with a depth of 10 kilometres. No reports of any loss of life or damage to property were received from anywhere in the Union Territory till the filing [] The post Earthquake Jolts Parts Of Jammu And Kashmir, Epicenter In Kishtwar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 11:01 am

Which Saving Schemes Actually Offer Better Post-Tax Returns?

The returns quoted on most saving schemes are pre-tax figures. For a taxpayer, the number that matters is what you actually receive after accounting for applicable taxes, and this can vary significantly across instruments. Understanding post-tax returns allows you to compare different options on a like-for-like basis and make more informed financial decisions. Why Post-Tax Returns Matter More Than Headline Rates Consider two instruments: one offering 7.5% with fully taxable interest, and another offering 7.1% that is tax-free. For an [] The post Which Saving Schemes Actually Offer Better Post-Tax Returns? appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 10:58 am

What Players Notice First on a Multiplayer Server, and How to Signal It Clearly

People decide fast. A world can be technically fine and still feel messy. If rules are unclear, spawn is confusing, or announcements look chaotic, players hesitate. They build less. They log off sooner. That is why reliable minecraft server platforms options are not judged only by specs. It is about the trust signals you show in the first session. The first minute is a silent test Most groups check the same basics right away: Is movement and chunk loading smooth [] The post What Players Notice First on a Multiplayer Server, and How to Signal It Clearly appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 10:57 am

EMPLOYMENT (08-05-2026)

NAVODAYA VIDYALAYA SAMITI (AN AUTONOMOUS ORGANISATION UNDER MINISTRY OF EDUCATION) REGIONAL OFFICE, CHANDIGARH NOTICE FOR EMPANELMENT/ENGAGEMENT OF TEACHERS (INCLUDING SPECIAL EDUCATOR), SKILL TEACHERS AND FEMALE STAFF NURSE ON CONTRACT BASIS FOR THE SESSION 2026-27 NAVODAYA VIDYALAYA SAMITI, REGIONAL OFFICE CHANDIGARH, INVITES ONLINE APPLICATIONS FROM THE ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES FOR EMPANELMENT AND ENGAGEMENT OF SERVICES OF PGTS, TGTS (INCLUDING SPECIAL EDUCATOR), SKILL TEACHERS (BEAUTY & WELLNESS, YOGA, HEALTH CARE, ELECTRONICS & HARDWARE, MULTI SKILL FOUNDATION COURSE, TOURISM, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY) AND FEMALE STAFF [] The post EMPLOYMENT (08-05-2026) appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 10:50 am

ISI-linked Module Planned Attacks On Delhi Temple, Dhaba, Military Camp: Probe

NEW DELHI, May 8: Pakistans intelligence agency ISI had allegedly planned attacks on a historic temple in Delhi, a popular dhaba on the Delhi-Sonipat highway and a military camp in Haryana through operatives linked to the Shahzad Bhatti module, sources said on Friday. According to the sources, the revelations emerged during the interrogation of nine alleged operatives of the module arrested by the Delhi Police Special Cell under their Gang Bust Operation 2.0 from multiple states. Investigators found that one [] The post ISI-linked Module Planned Attacks On Delhi Temple, Dhaba, Military Camp: Probe appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 10:26 am

Bharat Is Sacred, Bound Together By A Sense Of Oneness: PM Modi

NEW DELHI, May 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that every part of Bharat is sacred, bound together by a sense of oneness that transcends geography, and in a world often marked by divisions, this spirit of unity is more relevant than ever. Modi, in a signed article marking 75 years since the restored Somnath Temple was reopened to devotees, said the struggles and sacrifices of those who laid down their lives to protect the temple in Gujarat [] The post Bharat Is Sacred, Bound Together By A Sense Of Oneness: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 10:18 am

Centre Gives Telecom Control Powers to Jammu Kashmir LG

SRINAGAR: The Centre has authorised Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha to exercise powers relating to the interception, suspension and decryption of telecom services in the Union Territory during public emergencies and incidents affecting public safety. According to an official notification issued on Thursday, the President of India directed the Lieutenant Governor to exercise []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 9:59 am

Amid Frosty Ties With NC, Congress MLAs Attend Dinner Hosted by Dy CM

SRINAGAR: Amid its frosty relations with National Conference, Congress legislators on Thursday evening attended a dinner hosted by Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary. Sources said that Congress president Tariq Hamid Karra, along with three MLAs of the party, attended the dinner hosted by Choudhary at his official Fairview residence here. The most surprising guest at []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 9:25 am

Kashmirs Rajouri Boxer Assures India Medal at Asian Championship in Uzbekistan

SRINAGAR: Young boxing sensation Mohammad Yasir from the Khelo India Boxing Centre, Rajouri, has scripted a major achievement for Jammu and Kashmir and the country by assuring India a medal at the Under-15 Asian Boxing Championship in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, after defeating a boxer from Kazakhstan to enter the semifinals of the prestigious continental event. According []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 9:01 am

New York to restrict ICE despite threat from Trumps border czar

President Donald Trumps border czar has threatened to flood the zone with immigration agents if New York passes bills to limit local coordination with the federal governments crackdown. New York seems ready to do so anyway. I dont take well to threats, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said Thursday. Were going to pass what we 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 .

The Siasat Daily 8 May 2026 7:38 am

Strictly adhere to timelines: CM Omar to depts

Chairs second round of Budget implementation review Srinagar: Concluding the discussions in the follow-up meeting held to review the Budget announcements for implementation during 202627, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday chaired the second round of meetings at the Civil Secretariat here to fast-track implementation of key Budget initiatives, with a focus on timely delivery []

Kashmir Reader 8 May 2026 5:20 am

NC has always represented peoples sentiments, aspirations: Dr Farooq

Chairs Provincial Working committee meeting; CM Abdullah, Cabinet ministers attend Srinagar: A one-day meeting of the Working Committee of the Jammu & Kashmir National Conferences Kashmir Province was held on Thursday at the party headquarters, Nawa-e-Subah Complex, under the chairmanship of Party President Dr. Farooq Abdullah. The meeting was attended by Party Vice President and []

Kashmir Reader 8 May 2026 5:20 am

Victory for every citizen:Advocate Ahra Syed secures quashment of five e-challans

Gets binding directions for Traffic Police in landmark ruling Srinagar: In a significant ruling that extends far beyond her own case, Advocate Ahra Syed, a practicing lawyer before the Supreme Court of India and the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir, has secured the quashment of five e-challans from the Court of Special Mobile Magistrate []

Kashmir Reader 8 May 2026 5:19 am

Dir Info reviews functioning of DICs across Kashmir Division

Intensify activities under Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyaan Srinagar: Director Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), Shreya Singhal on Thursday chaired a review meeting to assess the functioning and performance of District Information Centres (DICs) across the Kashmir Division. She also reviewed the ongoing activities of the department being conducted under the Nasha Mukt Jammu []

Kashmir Reader 8 May 2026 5:18 am

Govt mandates JKPaySys for PDD staff salaries

Srinagar: The government Thursday ordered shifting of salary disbursement for employees of four power corporations under the Power Development Department (PDD) to the Jammu & Kashmir Payment System (JKPaySys) platform, mandating an employee-wise CPIS based drawl. Financial Commissioner (ACS), Shailendra Kumar in an order said the employee-wise salary after its shifting to JKPaySys Portal, shall []

Kashmir Reader 8 May 2026 5:17 am

NC should keep Congress informed on matters concerning J&K: Mir

Anantnag: Senior Congress leader and AICC General Secretary Ghulam Ahmad Mir on Thursday said its alliance partner, National Conference should keep the Congress informed from time to time on issues concerning the Union Territory. Speaking with reporters in Anantnag, Mir said major matters should also be discussed with the Congress central leadership and that this []

Kashmir Reader 8 May 2026 5:17 am

US, Iran inch toward short-term deal to end fighting

ISLAMABAD/WASHINGTON/DUBAI: The United States and Iran are edging toward a limited, temporary agreement to halt their war, sources and officials said on Thursday, with a draft framework that would stop the fighting but leave the most contentious issues unresolved. The emerging plan centers on a short-term memorandum rather than a comprehensive peace deal, underscoring deep []

Kashmir Reader 8 May 2026 5:16 am

Dr Jitendra holds virtual meeting with France Space Minister, reviews strategic bilateral cooperation

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, May 7 : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and Minister of State for PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh today held a meeting via video conference with France Minister for Higher Education, Research and Space, Prof. Philippe Baptiste, to review the expanding canvas of India-France strategic bilateral cooperation in Space and other areas of technology. The interaction reflected the depth of the long-standing [] The post Dr Jitendra holds virtual meeting with France Space Minister, reviews strategic bilateral cooperation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 5:10 am

J&K Police, JK Bank sign addendum to MoU enhancing insurance benefits to cops

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 7: Jammu and Kashmir Police and J&K Bank signed a historic addendum to their 2023 MoU, boosting welfare for NoK of martyrs, serving personnel and SPOs, ensuring enhanced insurance cover, medical and education support. The addendum was signed by DGP Nalin Prabhat and Amitava Chatterjee, MD and CEO of J&K Bank, in the presence of senior officers of the Police and J&K Bank. Speaking on the occasion, the DGP stated that with 1,620 personnel laying down [] The post J&K Police, JK Bank sign addendum to MoU enhancing insurance benefits to cops appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 5:01 am

Himalaya Wellness donates 6 feeding pods to AIIMS Jammu

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 7: In a step towards strengthening mother and child-friendly healthcare services, Himalaya Wellness Company has donated six feeding pods to All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Jammu under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. The specially designed feeding pods have been installed across key patient care areas within the Institute to provide nursing mothers with a safe, private, hygienic, and comfortable space for breastfeeding and infant feeding. The initiative aims to support lactating mothers visiting [] The post Himalaya Wellness donates 6 feeding pods to AIIMS Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 5:01 am

IIM Jammu in collaboration with ACOAS launches eBBA (Hons)

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 7: The Indian Institute of Management Jammu today unveiled its transformative Joint eBBA (Hons) Degree Programme, developed in collaboration with Accenture Centre of Advanced Studies (ACOAS) under TalentSprint, part of Accenture LearnVantage. The four-year, full-time online undergraduate programme has been designed to bridge the gap between academic excellence and evolving industry expectations by seamlessly integrating management education with emerging technological competencies. This was informed by Prof B S Sahay, Director, IIM Jammu, while addressing a press [] The post IIM Jammu in collaboration with ACOAS launches eBBA (Hons) appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 5:01 am

Thalassemia Prevention

Prof. Sanjeev Kumar Digra Sachin (name changed) is very happy these days. He has been engaged recently to Reena (name changed), but deep down in his heart, he is a little worried. He confided this to his mother. Mom, you know that I am a thalassaemia carrier. I want to disclose this to Reena before getting married. I just want her to get herself tested for the carrier status. His mother got angry and told him not to do anything [] The post Thalassemia Prevention appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:55 am

United for Humanity Rising to new challenges with grit and zeal

O. P. Sharma starline.syndicate.service@gmail.com The Red Cross Society today faces numerous challenges in a rapidly changing global landscape. With increasing humanitarian crises, especially in disturbed regions, the organization must enhance its momentum and mobilize greater public support to continue serving suffering humanity with dedication and unity. Every year on May 8, Red Cross Day is celebrated worldwide to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sir Jean Henry Dunant, the founder of this noble humanitarian movement. This years theme, United for Humanity, [] The post United for Humanity Rising to new challenges with grit and zeal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:45 am

Vietnam Science Minister meets Dr Jitendra, discusses collaboration in deep tech innovations

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, May 7: Vietnam Minister of Science and Technology, Prof. Dr Vu Hai Quan, currently on India visit as a part of President To Lam led high level delegation, called on Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and Minister of State for PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh here and discussed collaboration in deep tech innovations. This was followed by delegation level bilateral talks with [] The post Vietnam Science Minister meets Dr Jitendra, discusses collaboration in deep tech innovations appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:30 am

Lucknow Super Giants beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL

LUCKNOW, May 7: Mitchell Marsh slammed a superb 111 off 56 balls as bottom-placed Lucknow Super Giants snapped a six-match losing streak with a nine-run DLS victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a rain-curtailed IPL match here on Thursday. Sent in to bat, Marsh smashed nine fours and as many sixes, adding 95 off 56 balls with Arshin Kulkarni (17) and 70 off 41 balls with Nicholas Pooran (38) to single-handedly steer LSG to 209 for 3. Skipper Rishabh Pant [] The post Lucknow Super Giants beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:30 am

India assures Suriname of support in growth journey: Jaishankar

PARAMARIBO, May 7 : External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said India sees Surinames growth potential and assured the South American nation that New Delhi would be its fellow traveller and partner in its development journey. Addressing a press interaction after a Joint Commission meeting, Jaishankar said India and Suriname were taking forward cooperation across multiple sectors, including trade, tourism, digital capabilities and artificial intelligence. The meeting set out more ambitious goals and targets for bilateral ties, he said. [] The post India assures Suriname of support in growth journey: Jaishankar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:30 am