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Jitendra Singh Praises PM Modi As First Cherry Cargo Train Set To Roll From J&K To Mumbai

Jammu, May 25: With the first cargo train carrying 24 tons of cherry ready to roll from Jammu and Kashmir to Mumbai next month, Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Sunday appreciated Prime Minister Narendra Modi for personally overseeing the completion of the railway track connecting Kashmir with the rest of the country. Modi was supposed to inaugurate the direct train service from Katra in Jammu to Srinagar early this month, but the function was put on hold due to inclement [] The post Jitendra Singh Praises PM Modi As First Cherry Cargo Train Set To Roll From J&K To Mumbai appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 6:36 pm

In These Challenging Times, Your Responsibility To Uphold National Unity Is More Crucial Than Ever: LG

Jammu, May 25: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today addressed the All J&K Jat Sabha in Jammu. In his address, the Lieutenant Governor highlighted the valour of armed forces and reaffirmed the governments resolve to completely rid J&K of terrorism. Click Here To Join Daily Excelsior on WhatsApp And Get Latest News Pakistan is on notice. If it resorts to any misadventure in future, our armed forces will make sure to destroy this terrorist state. I assure the people that there [] The post In These Challenging Times, Your Responsibility To Uphold National Unity Is More Crucial Than Ever: LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 6:33 pm

20 die in Pakistans Punjab as storms, heavy rains batter province

LAHORE, May 25: At least 20 people were killed and over 150 injured in Pakistans Punjab as powerful windstorms and heavy rains battered the province on Saturday evening. The storm was so powerful that it paralysed road and air traffic, damaged infrastructure and caused widespread power outages. According to the Punjab government, most deaths in the province of over 13 crore occurred due to the collapse of dilapidated houses or getting trapped under fallen billboards. At least 20 people, including [] The post 20 die in Pakistans Punjab as storms, heavy rains batter province appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 5:40 pm

US military spent USD 6 billion in past 3 years to recruit, retain troops

WASHINGTON, May 25: The US military spent more than USD 6 billion over the past three years to recruit and retain service members, in what has been a growing campaign to counter enlistment shortfalls. The financial incentives to reenlist in the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines increased dramatically from 2022 through last year, with the Navy vastly outspending the others, according to funding totals provided by the services. The overall amount of recruiting bonuses also rose steadily, fuelled [] The post US military spent USD 6 billion in past 3 years to recruit, retain troops appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 5:33 pm

India cant wait to rectify mistakes committed during contest against Bangladesh, says Chhetri

Kolkata, May 25: Talismanic India striker Sunil Chhetri on Sunday said that his side cannot wait to make amends of the mistakes they had committed in the goal-less draw against Bangladesh in the 2027 Asian Cup qualifying round contest in March. India were held to a 0-0 draw by lower-ranked Bangladesh in their opening Group C match of the Asian Cup qualifying third round match on March 25 in Shillong, which left head coach Manolo Marquez fuming. India are up [] The post India cant wait to rectify mistakes committed during contest against Bangladesh, says Chhetri appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 5:18 pm

Indian MP Delegation Calls On Bahrain Dy PM, Conveys Indias Stand Against Terrorism

Manama, May 25: An all-party Indian parliamentary delegation on Sunday called on Bahrains Deputy Prime Minister Shaikh Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa and discussed Indias stance against terrorism. The delegation, led by BJP MP Baijayant Jay Panda, is one of the seven multi-party delegations India has tasked to visit 33 global capitals to reach out to the international community on Pakistans designs and Indias response to terror, especially after the April 22 Pahalgam attack that killed 26. India & Bahrain [] The post Indian MP Delegation Calls On Bahrain Dy PM, Conveys Indias Stand Against Terrorism appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 5:13 pm

Views shared by PM Modi on Operation Sindoor express Mann Ki Baat of India: UP CM Adityanath

Lucknow/New Delhi, May 25: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday said the views shared by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Operation Sindoor in his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat express the Mann Ki Baat of India. The views expressed by the honble prime minister Shri @narendramodi ji on Operation Sindoor in todays @mannkibaat programme express the Mann Ki Baat of India. Under the successful leadership of the prime minister, 140 crore Indians are united against terrorism and [] The post Views shared by PM Modi on Operation Sindoor express Mann Ki Baat of India: UP CM Adityanath appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 5:04 pm

India Has Become 4th Largest Economy, Ahead Of Japan: NITI CEO

New Delhi, May 25: India has become the fourth largest economy in the world, overtaking Japan, NITI Aayog CEO BVR Subrahmanyam has said. Subrahmanyam said the overall geopolitical and economic environment is favourable to India. We are the fourth largest economy as I speak. We are a USD 4 trillion economy as I speak, he said. Click Here To Join Daily Excelsior on WhatsApp And Get Latest News Citing IMF data, Subrahmanyam said India today is larger than Japan. Till [] The post India Has Become 4th Largest Economy, Ahead Of Japan: NITI CEO appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 5:01 pm

Dr Jitendra Meets Injured Soldiers In Military Hospital; Hails Their Courage, Determination

JAMMU, May 25 : In a moving visit to Military Hospital Satwari on the outskirts of Jammu today, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh met soldiers who were recently injured in action along the International Border and LoC. Click Here To Join Daily Excelsior on WhatsApp And Get Latest News Many of them, [] The post Dr Jitendra Meets Injured Soldiers In Military Hospital; Hails Their Courage, Determination appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 4:43 pm

Rohit, Virat and Ashwin have given us blueprint to win Tests away from home: Gill

Mumbai, May 25: Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli had very contrasting styles of leadership but the two iconic players along with spinner Ravichandran Ashwin have given the Indian team the blueprint to win Test series away from home, says new skipper Shubman Gill. Gill was on Saturday appointed Indias captain in Tests. The first assignment for the 25-year-old is a five-Test series England where he wont have stalwarts like Kohli and Rohit in the line-up. (The) guys like Rohit bhai, [] The post Rohit, Virat and Ashwin have given us blueprint to win Tests away from home: Gill appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 4:41 pm

Scattered Showers, Thunder Likely in JK from May 27

SRINAGAR: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has forecast a change in weather conditions across Jammu and Kashmir over the coming days, with scattered rain and thunderstorms likely in several areas. According to Director MeT Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, hot and dry weather will prevail on May 25 and 26, though light rain may occur at isolated locations, [] The post Scattered Showers, Thunder Likely in JK from May 27 appeared first on Kashmir Life .

KashmirLife 25 May 2025 4:40 pm

Liberian ship sinks off Kerala coast, 24 crew rescued; ICJ, Navy on high alert for possible oil spill

Kochi/New Delhi, May 25: A Liberian vessel carrying 640 containers, including 13 with hazardous cargo, sank off the Kochi coast on Sunday, sparking fears of a possible oil spill. All 24 crew members were rescued after the ship developed a critical tilt on Saturday, according to officials. So far, no oil spill has been reported, the Ministry of Defence said on Sunday as full pollution response preparedness was activated by the Indian Coast Guard which was monitoring the situation along [] The post Liberian ship sinks off Kerala coast, 24 crew rescued; ICJ, Navy on high alert for possible oil spill appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 4:17 pm

J&K: Mans body found in dumped bag in Udhampur; Wife among 3 arrested

Jammu, May 25: A woman was arrested for allegedly being involved in the killing of her husband and dumping his body in a bag in Udhampurs Chenani area, police on Sunday said. Besides her, police have arrested a woman and her son for playing a role in the killing. The matter came to light with [] The post J&K: Mans body found in dumped bag in Udhampur; Wife among 3 arrested appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 25 May 2025 4:13 pm

Lalu Prasad Yadav expels elder son Tej Pratap from RJD and family

RJD chief Lalu Prasad expelled his elder son Tej Pratap Yadav from his party RJD and family for irresponsible behaviour. I remove him from the party and family. From now on, he will not have any role of any kind in the party and family. He is expelled from the party for 6 years, Lalu [] The post Lalu Prasad Yadav expels elder son Tej Pratap from RJD and family appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 25 May 2025 4:10 pm

GST largest marginal contributor to rising poverty in Pakistan: World Bank

ISLAMABAD, May 25: The General Sales Tax has the largest marginal contribution to the rise of poverty while a monthly cash transfer programme to the poorest families has the largest positive impact on inequality reduction in Pakistan, a World Bank study has said. The Effects of Taxes and Transfers on Inequality and Poverty in Pakistan reports that the General Sales Tax (GST) payments account for over 7 per cent households pre-tax expenditure, which leads to further impoverishment among poor and [] The post GST largest marginal contributor to rising poverty in Pakistan: World Bank appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 3:55 pm

Body Found in Bag in JKs Udhampur, Police Arrest Wife and Two Others

SRINAGAR: A woman has been arrested for her alleged involvement in the murder of her husband and dumping his body in a bag in the Chenani area of Udhampur, police said on Sunday. According to a report by Excelsior, a woman and her son have also been arrested in connection with the case. The incident [] The post Body Found in Bag in JKs Udhampur, Police Arrest Wife and Two Others appeared first on Kashmir Life .

KashmirLife 25 May 2025 3:54 pm

Eid al-Adha expected on 6th June in most Islamic countries: International Astronomical Centre

The International Astronomical Centre announced that the crescent moon marking the start of Dhu al-Hijjah 1446 AH will be observed on Tuesday, 27th May, across the Islamic world. Engineer Mohammad Shawkat Odeh, Director of the Abu Dhabi-based centre, said that moon sighting will be possible with telescopes from parts of Central and Western Asia, as []

RisingKashmir 25 May 2025 3:51 pm

Indias auto sector duty concession offer to UK under FTA is very nuanced: Official

NEW DELHI, May 25: Indias duty concession offer for the auto sector under the free trade agreement (FTA) with the UK is very nuanced with relaxations and quotas linked to engine capacity and vehicle prices, an official said. India has included adequate safeguards in the agreement with the UK to protect its sensitive sectors and in the automobile segment, the import duty will be reduced over 10-15 years, the official said. The duty cut and quota depends on engine [] The post Indias auto sector duty concession offer to UK under FTA is very nuanced: Official appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 3:49 pm

India is peace-loving country, we want peace: LoP Sunil Sharma

Asserting that India is a peace- loving country, Leader of Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly and senior BJP leader Sunil Sharma said on Sunday that the whole country saw the courage and valour of the Indian Army in Operation Sindoor launched by the Indian armed forces in response to the deadly Pahalgam terror []

RisingKashmir 25 May 2025 3:49 pm

Journalist shot dead in Pakistans Balochistan province, say police

KARACHI, May 25: A journalist in Pakistans Balochistan province was allegedly killed when he resisted an attempt by unidentified gunmen to abduct him on Saturday. A senior police official said that the journalist, Abdul Latif Baloch, who worked for a Quetta-based newspaper, was shot dead when the gunmen entered his house and tried to kidnap him. When he resisted, he was shot dead, killing him on the spot, DSP Daniyal Kakar said. The killers fled the scene and could [] The post Journalist shot dead in Pakistans Balochistan province, say police appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 3:40 pm

Mans Body Found In Dumped Bag In J&Ks Udhampur; Wife Among 3 Arrested

Jammu, May 25: A woman was arrested for allegedly being involved in the killing of her husband and dumping his body in a bag in Udhampurs Chenani area, police on Sunday said. Besides her, police have arrested a woman and her son for playing a role in the killing. The matter came to light with the discovery of a bag, lying under stones and emitting a foul smell in the Laddha village on Thursday, a police spokesperson said. When it [] The post Mans Body Found In Dumped Bag In J&Ks Udhampur; Wife Among 3 Arrested appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 3:37 pm

Jammu SAI hosts Sundays on Cycle event for journalists

Jammu, May 25: The Sports Authority of India Jammu Centre on Sunday conducted the Sundays on Cycle event involving the Journalist fraternity here at Maulana Azad Stadium. The participating Journalists were explained the idea behind organising the Sundays on Cycle event across the country, engaging different communities and its effect in attaining the objective of an obesity free and disease-free India. The participants appreciated the vision of the Union Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs behind this initiative, which was [] The post Jammu SAI hosts Sundays on Cycle event for journalists appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 3:35 pm

Two Held With 1.2 Kg Charas In Jammu

Jammu, May 25: Two alleged drug peddlers, including a resident of Punjab, were arrested along with 1.2 kg charas here, an official of Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) said on Sunday. Akshay Dogra of Jammus Bohri area and Arun Manhas of Punjabs Pathankot were moving in a private vehicle when they were intercepted by a team of ANTF, Jammu and Kashmir Police, near Parmandal Morh late Saturday, leading to the recovery of the narcotic substance, he said. The official said that [] The post Two Held With 1.2 Kg Charas In Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 3:29 pm

Russia hits Ukraine with largest drone-and-missile attack of war so far, killing at least 12

KYIV, May 25: A massive Russian drone-and-missile attack targeted the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, and other regions in the country for a second consecutive night, killing at least 12 people and injuring dozens, officials said early Sunday. The scale of the onslaught was stunning Russia hit Ukraine with 367 drones and missiles, making this the largest single attack of the more than three-years-long war, according to Yuriy Ihnat, a spokesperson for Ukraines Air Force. In all, Russia used 69 missiles [] The post Russia hits Ukraine with largest drone-and-missile attack of war so far, killing at least 12 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 3:28 pm

ASEAN must deepen integration, stay united to tackle US tariffs, Malaysia says

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25: Southeast Asian nations must accelerate regional economic integration, diversify their markets and stay united to tackle the fallout from global trade disruptions resulting from sweeping US tariff hikes, Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan said Sunday. Mohamad, opening a meeting of foreign ministers from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, also reiterated the blocs call to warring parties in Myanmar to cease hostilities in a deadly civil war that has killed thousands and displaced millions of people [] The post ASEAN must deepen integration, stay united to tackle US tariffs, Malaysia says appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 3:27 pm

Afghanistan launches 175 projects in Parawn in major development drive

KABUL, May 25: Afghanistans Ministry of Rural Rehabilitation and Development has initiated 175 vital development projects, valued at over 2.7 million (3.4 million US dollars), in the eastern province of Parwan. The comprehensive programme, detailed in a ministry statement late on Saturday, aims to significantly improve local infrastructure and create much-needed employment opportunities. The projects, slated for implementation across Parwans Salang and Shinwari districts, encompass a range of crucial undertakings, including the construction of bridges, culverts, protective walls, irrigation canals, [] The post Afghanistan launches 175 projects in Parawn in major development drive appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 3:25 pm

UN envoy launches new Cyprus peace push ahead of Geneva summit

NICOSIA, May 25: The United Nations Secretary-Generals personal envoy has launched a renewed effort to revive stalled peace talks in Cyprus, with low expectations of a breakthrough ahead of a high-level summit planned for July in Geneva under the auspices of UN chief Antonio Guterres. The envoy, Maria Angela Holguin Cuellar, a seasoned Colombian diplomat, held a 75-minute meeting on Friday with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides, marking the start of a critical round of consultations aimed at narrowing the gap [] The post UN envoy launches new Cyprus peace push ahead of Geneva summit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 3:24 pm

Himachal Police Tussle: DGP Recommends SPs Suspension, Says He Made Unsubstantiated Allegations Against Officers

SHIMLA, May 25: Taking strong exception to allegations levelled by Superintendent of Police of Shimla Sanjeev Kumar Gandhi against him and other senior officers, Director General of Police Atul Verma has recommended immediate suspension of the SP to the Himachal Pradesh government, officials said on Sunday. In a letter to the Additional Chief Secretary (Home), the DGP said that Gandhi had made unsubstantiated and inappropriate allegations against senior government functionaries and constitutional authorities, and he should be suspended, pending the [] The post Himachal Police Tussle: DGP Recommends SPs Suspension, Says He Made Unsubstantiated Allegations Against Officers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 3:19 pm

Provide Detailed Information To Staff About Options Under Unified Pension Scheme: Railway Ministry To Zones

New Delhi, May 25: There is an urgent need to ensure wide and effective communication among all employees regarding the options available under the Unified Pension Scheme, the Railway Ministry said. In a written communication addressed to Principal Chief Personnel Officers of all 17 railway zones, the ministry said that an immediate and proactive measure is needed to disseminate clear, accurate and comprehensive information about the available options under the UPS. It is essential that employees are well-informed and supported [] The post Provide Detailed Information To Staff About Options Under Unified Pension Scheme: Railway Ministry To Zones appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 3:17 pm

SIM Smuggling Racket Busted With 5 Nabbed For Aiding Cross-Border Gaming Network

New Delhi, May 25: The IGI Unit of the Delhi Police has busted a SIM smuggling racket with alleged links to an international online gaming network, officials said on Saturday. Five people, all from Madhya Pradesh, were arrested for fraudulently procuring and sending 398 activated Indian SIM cards abroad, primarily to Dubai, police in a statement said. The racket came to light when the CISF intercepted one Sunil Rawat at Terminal-3 of IGI Airport on February 15. Rawat, an Indian [] The post SIM Smuggling Racket Busted With 5 Nabbed For Aiding Cross-Border Gaming Network appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 3:15 pm

Tanvir Sadiq rejects reports of Agha Ruhullah walkout as fabricated and baseless

Says NC Working Committee United on Resolutions

RisingKashmir 25 May 2025 3:04 pm

JKNC Dismisses Reports of Aga Ruhullah Walkout

SRINAGAR: National Conference (NC) chief spokesperson and MLA Zadibal, Tanvir Sadiq, on Sunday said that Chief Minister Omar Abdullah will continue to chair cabinet meetings at various locations, including Gulmarg and Pahalgam, to directly monitor developmental works as part of the governance at the doorstep initiative. Speaking to media persons in Srinagar, Tanvir said, The [] The post JKNC Dismisses Reports of Aga Ruhullah Walkout appeared first on Kashmir Life .

KashmirLife 25 May 2025 2:57 pm

LoP Sunil Sharma leads BJP delegation to LG Sinha, seeks support for Pakistan shelling victims

Sunil Sharma, Leader of Opposition (LoP) in J&K Legislative Assembly today called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and discussed various important matters pertaining to the welfare of families affected by Pakistan shelling. He was accompanied by Sat Sharma, President BJP J&K; Dr Devinder Kumar Manyal, Member of Legislative Assembly from Ramgarh and Dr Narinder Singh []

RisingKashmir 25 May 2025 2:56 pm

IIFL Finance gets RBI nod to expand credit services in J&K

NEW DELHI, May 25: NBFC firm IIFL Finance has said it has received the necessary regulatory approvals for opening branches and expanding its credit services to the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. This approval is a timely step towards delivering essential financial services in unbanked and underbanked areas, where access to formal credit has [] The post IIFL Finance gets RBI nod to expand credit services in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 25 May 2025 2:34 pm

IIFL Finance Gets RBI Approval To Open Branches In Jammu And Kashmir

NEW DELHI, May 25: NBFC firm IIFL Finance has said it has received the necessary regulatory approvals for opening branches and expanding its credit services to the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. This approval is a timely step towards delivering essential financial services in unbanked and underbanked areas, where access to formal credit has historically been limited, IIFL Finance said in a statement. Commenting on the development, IIFL Finance founder and MD Nirmal Jain said, The management decision to [] The post IIFL Finance Gets RBI Approval To Open Branches In Jammu And Kashmir appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 1:55 pm

Minister Javed Rana visits GMC Jammu, meets victims of LoC shelling

Minister Javed Ahmed Rana visited Government Medical College (GMC) Jammu to enquire about the condition of those injured in the recent cross-border shelling, including the father of 13-year-old twin siblings, Zain and Zoya, who were martyred in the Pakistan shelling in Poonch. Overcome with emotion, Rana shared the grief of the bereaved family, expressed deep []

RisingKashmir 25 May 2025 1:46 pm

Invincible India, strong Hindu society vital for global dignity: RSS Chief

NAGPUR, May 25: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday underlined the imperative of self-reliance for national security, stressing that India must be capable of defending itself independently against any threat, even if multiple powers unite against the country. In an expansive interview with Organiser marking the centenary of the RSS, Bhagwat [] The post Invincible India, strong Hindu society vital for global dignity: RSS Chief appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 25 May 2025 1:37 pm

28 Govt Schools in Ladakh Have No Students, 65 Run by Single Teachers

SRINAGAR: At least 28 government-run schools in the Union Territory of Ladakh are functioning without student enrolment, official data has revealed. The UT is also facing a skewed Pupil Teacher Ratio (PTR), with 65 schools operating with only one teacher. According to official documents, out of the total 841 government schools in Ladakh, 28 schools, [] The post 28 Govt Schools in Ladakh Have No Students, 65 Run by Single Teachers appeared first on Kashmir Life .

KashmirLife 25 May 2025 1:27 pm

Indian junior womens hockey team beats Chile 2-1 in 4-Nation Tournament in Argentina

ROSARIO (ARGENTINA), May 25: The Indian junior womens hockey team came back from one-goal down to beat Chile 2-1 and begin its campaign in the Four Nation Tournament on a positive note here. Sukhveer Kaur (39th minute) and Kanika Siwach (58th) netted the goals for India while Javeria Saenz (20th) scored the only goal for Chile. Javeria broke the deadlock in the 20th minute to give Chile the lead heading into the second half. India, however, equalised in the third [] The post Indian junior womens hockey team beats Chile 2-1 in 4-Nation Tournament in Argentina appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 1:25 pm

There will be a price to pay: Tharoors stern warning to Pakistan on terror

New York, May 25: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has said that post-Pahalgam attacks, there is now going to be a new norm that no one sitting in Pakistan is going to be allowed to believe that they can just walk across the border and kill Indian citizens with impunity, as he asserted that there will [] The post There will be a price to pay: Tharoors stern warning to Pakistan on terror appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 25 May 2025 1:24 pm

Invincible India, Strong Hindu Society Vital For Global Dignity: Mohan Bhagwat

NAGPUR, May 25: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday underlined the imperative of self-reliance for national security, stressing that India must be capable of defending itself independently against any threat, even if multiple powers unite against the country. In an expansive interview with Organiser marking the centenary of the RSS, Bhagwat said, For national security, we must not be dependent on others. We should be able to defend ourselves. No one should be able to conquer us [] The post Invincible India, Strong Hindu Society Vital For Global Dignity: Mohan Bhagwat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 1:18 pm

Playing cards for entertainment and recreation without gambling is not moral turpitude: SC

NEW DELHI, May 25: Playing cards for entertainment and recreation without an element of betting and gambling does not involve moral turpitude, the Supreme Court has said as it restored the election of a man in a cooperative society in Karnataka. A bench of Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh noted that one Hanumantharayappa YC, who was elected to the board of directors of Government Porcelain Factory Employees Housing Co-operative Society Ltd, was allegedly fined Rs 200 without [] The post Playing cards for entertainment and recreation without gambling is not moral turpitude: SC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 1:14 pm

PM Modi calls women drone operators sky warriors, says they usher in new revolution in agriculture sector

Refering Drone Didis as Sky warriors, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted the women of the village who are flying drones, ushering in a new revolution in the agriculture sector. Addressing the 122nd episode of Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi said, Today, there are many women who are working in the fields as well []

RisingKashmir 25 May 2025 1:13 pm

NDA Meet Adopts Resolution Praising Armed Forces, PM Modi

New Delhi, May 25: A resolution praising the valour of the armed forces and the brave leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi was passed at a meeting of NDA chief ministers and deputy CMs here on Sunday. The resolution proposed by Shiv Sena leader and Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde said Operation Sindoor has boosted the self-confidence of Indians, sources said. Praising Modis leadership, it said he has always supported the armed forces and that Operation Sindoor has given a [] The post NDA Meet Adopts Resolution Praising Armed Forces, PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 1:04 pm

JK Tourism Stakeholders Launch Fame Tour with 50 Percent Discount Offer

SRINAGAR: In an effort to revive the tourism sector in Jammu and Kashmir, stakeholders in collaboration with the Tourism Department are set to organise a four-day Fame Tour. National tour operators, senior hoteliers, and members of the national media have been invited as part of a broader confidence-building measure. Tariq Ghani, General Secretary of the [] The post JK Tourism Stakeholders Launch Fame Tour with 50 Percent Discount Offer appeared first on Kashmir Life .

KashmirLife 25 May 2025 12:57 pm

Paresh Rawal Replies To Akshay Kumars Lawsuit Over Quitting Hera Pheri 3

MUMBAI, May 25: Bollywood veteran Paresh Rawal on Sunday said he has responded to the lawsuit filed by Hera Pheri co-star Akshay Kumar over his sudden exit from the franchises third instalment. Rawals sudden departure from the project sent shockwaves in the film industry and among the fans of the franchise who have been waiting for the third part for close to 20 years. Kumar, who also serves as a producer on Hera Pheri 3, has sued Rawal, demanding Rs [] The post Paresh Rawal Replies To Akshay Kumars Lawsuit Over Quitting Hera Pheri 3 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 12:56 pm

Avani Prashanth top Indian as Sara Kouskova wins Jabra Ladies Open

Evian-les-Bains (France) May 25: With a final round card of two-under 69 helping her to tied-28, Avani Prashanth finished as the highest placed Indian player at the Jabra ladies Open. Indias other players were Hitaashee Bakshi and Tvesa Malik at tied-34 and Diksha Dagar at tied-39. Czech player Sara Kouskova played a strong final round of four-under par to secure her first LET title by two shots over her closest competitor, Shannon Tan. Kouskova carded 67 for 10-under total and [] The post Avani Prashanth top Indian as Sara Kouskova wins Jabra Ladies Open appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 12:48 pm

Punishment for terrorists, sympathisers should be same: JK L-G

Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Lt. Governor, Manoj Sinha, has asserted that the punishment for terrorists and their sympathisers should be the same. While laying the foundation stone for a guest house at the Hazratbal shrine in Srinagar city on Saturday, the Lt Governor appealed to the people of Jammu and Kashmir to ensure that elements 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 25 May 2025 12:44 pm

MeT predicts scattered rain, thunder in J&K; heatwave conditions to ease

The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has issued a fresh weather update for Jammu and Kashmir, forecasting varying conditions over the coming days. Director MeT Dr Mukhtar Ahmad said that on May 25 and 26, the region is expected to experience generally hot and dry weather, though a brief spell of light rain is possible at isolated []

RisingKashmir 25 May 2025 12:32 pm

Assembly Bypolls in 4 States on Jun 19, Counting on Jun 23

New Delhi, May 25: Bypolls to five assembly seats in four states will be held on June 19, the Election Commission said on Sunday. While two assembly bypolls will be held in Gujarat, one each will take place in Kerala, West Bengal and Punjab. The counting of votes will take place on June 23, the [] The post Assembly Bypolls in 4 States on Jun 19, Counting on Jun 23 appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 25 May 2025 12:32 pm

J&K: Bovine smugglers kill ASI, injure policeman in Samba

Samba, May 25: A police official was killed and another injured early this morning when bovine smugglers rammed their vehicle into a police naka at Phoolpur area of Samba district. As per reports, acting on specific information, police had set up the barricades at Phoolpur to stop a cattle smuggling attempt. When signaled to stop, [] The post J&K: Bovine smugglers kill ASI, injure policeman in Samba appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 25 May 2025 12:24 pm

DGP Prabhat Calls for Dismantling of Terror Ecosystem Ahead of Amarnath Yatra

SRINAGAR: Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat (IPS) on Saturday directed officers to intensify efforts to dismantle the terror ecosystem and ensure foolproof security arrangements for the upcoming 38-day Amarnath Yatra, scheduled to begin on July 3. DGP Prabhat chaired a joint meeting at Police Control Room Kashmir with officers from the Police, CRPF, [] The post DGP Prabhat Calls for Dismantling of Terror Ecosystem Ahead of Amarnath Yatra appeared first on Kashmir Life .

KashmirLife 25 May 2025 12:17 pm

Op Sindoor not just military mission, but reflection of changing India: PM Modi

New Delhi, May 25: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that Operation Sindoor was not just a military mission, but the face of a changing India that reflects the countrys resolve, courage, and growing strength on the global stage. Addressing the nation through his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister said, [] The post Op Sindoor not just military mission, but reflection of changing India: PM Modi appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 25 May 2025 12:12 pm

9 dead in Colombia bus crash

BOGOTA, May 24: At least nine people were killed and seven others injured on Saturday when a bus crashed on the Helicoidal Bridge along the La Linea highway, near the city of Calarca in Colombias Quindio Department, according to local police. The bus, which was carrying 26 passengers including engineering students from Alexander von Humboldt University and officials from the National Roads Institute reportedly suffered a mechanical failure before losing control and striking the guardrails, police commander Luis [] The post 9 dead in Colombia bus crash appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 12:01 pm

No One Sitting In Pakistan Will Be Allowed To Kill Indian Citizens With Impunity, There Will Be Price To Pay: Tharoor

New York, May 25: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has said that post-Pahalgam attacks, there is now going to be a new norm that no one sitting in Pakistan is going to be allowed to believe that they can just walk across the border and kill Indian citizens with impunity, as he asserted that there will be a price to pay. Tharoor is leading a delegation of Indian parliamentarians to Guyana, Panama, Colombia, Brazil, and the US, conveying Indias resolve against [] The post No One Sitting In Pakistan Will Be Allowed To Kill Indian Citizens With Impunity, There Will Be Price To Pay: Tharoor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 11:53 am

Tata Motors seeks to regain 50 pc mkt share in electric PV segment, charge up portfolio

MUMBAI, May 25: Tata Motors, the leader in the domestic electric passenger vehicle segment, is seeking to regain its market share of 50 per cent in the mid-to-long term through expansion and renewal of its product portfolio, according to a top company official. With the domestic electric passenger vehicle market fragmenting into four distinct segments on the basis of price points, the company will be entering the above Rs 20 lakh category with its upcoming Harrier.ev and Sierra.ev, Tata [] The post Tata Motors seeks to regain 50 pc mkt share in electric PV segment, charge up portfolio appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 11:51 am

Geopolitical uncertainties affect job openings in semiconductor design GCCs in FY25: Report

MUMBAI, May 25: Indias semiconductor design Global Capability Centers (GCCs) witnessed a 15 per cent decline in job openings in 2024-25, mainly due to ongoing geopolitical uncertainties and global supply chain disruptions, according to a report. The report by talent solutions provider Careernet revealed open positions peaked in May 2024 with 3,760 jobs before gradually tapering off to 3,040 by January 2025 and closing the year at 3,181 in March 2025. This reflects a measured slowdown of nearly 15 [] The post Geopolitical uncertainties affect job openings in semiconductor design GCCs in FY25: Report appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 11:50 am

Karur Vysya Bank expects 2 per cent more credit growth than industry in FY26

CHENNAI, May 25: Private sector Karur Vysya Bank expects its credit growth to be more than 2 per cent over the industrys overall growth during the current financial year, a top official said. The Tamil Nadu-based bank has lined up plans to open 28 new branches before the first half of the current financial year, particularly in Southern and Western parts of the country, the Banks Managing Director and CEO, Ramesh Babu, said. The financial landscape is witnessing a dramatic [] The post Karur Vysya Bank expects 2 per cent more credit growth than industry in FY26 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 11:49 am

Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma Visit Ram Temple In Ayodhya

AYODHYA, May 25: Indian cricketer Virat Kohli and his wife, actress Anushka Sharma, visited Ayodhya with their family on Sunday, praying at both the Ram Temple and the Hanumangarhi Temple. Hanumangarhi Temple Mahant Sanjay Das confirmed that the celebrity couple came to the temple this morning before proceeding for the Ram Temple. The cricketer and actress avoided interaction with the media. The visit is part of the recent spiritual spree of the couple, which has visited Mathura at least twice [] The post Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma Visit Ram Temple In Ayodhya appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 11:48 am

Four main-board IPOs to hit D-Street next week to garner Rs 6,600 cr

NEW DELHI, May 25:The initial public offering (IPO) lane will be busy next week, with four main-line companies, including Leela Palaces Hotels & Resorts operator Schloss Bangalore Ltd and Aegis Vopak Terminals tapping the primary market to raise over Rs 6,600 crore collectively. Other public issues scheduled for the week are Prostar Info Systems and Scoda Tubes. Additionally, D-Street will witness the debut of two firms, including Borana Weaves and Belrise Industries, expected to list on May 28 and [] The post Four main-board IPOs to hit D-Street next week to garner Rs 6,600 cr appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 11:47 am

Dr Reddys gets 2 observations from USFDA for Telangana API plant

NEW DELHI, May 25: Dr Reddys Laboratories has received Form 483 with two observations after the US health regulator inspected its API manufacturing plant in Telangana. The US Food & Drug Administration (USFDA) completed a GMP inspection at the companys API (active pharmaceutical ingredients) manufacturing facility (CTO-5) in Miryalaguda, Telangana, the Hyderabad-based drug maker said in late evening filing on Saturday. The USFDA inspected the plant from May 19 to May 24, 2025, it added. We have been issued [] The post Dr Reddys gets 2 observations from USFDA for Telangana API plant appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 11:40 am

Operation Sindoor lent new confidence to fight against terrorism across world: PM Modi

Highlighting the valour of armed forces during Operation Sindoor, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that the action against terrorism has lent a new confidence and enthusiasm to the fight against terrorism across the world. Addressing the 122nd Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi said, Today the whole country is united against terrorism, filled up []

RisingKashmir 25 May 2025 11:36 am

Bovine Smugglers Kill ASI, Injure Policeman In J&Ks Samba

DE Web Desk Samba, May 25: A police official was killed and another injured early this morning when bovine smugglers rammed their vehicle into a police naka at Phoolpur area of Samba district. As per reports, acting on specific information, police had set up the barricades at Phoolpur to stop a cattle smuggling attempt. When signaled to stop, reports said, the smugglers sped up and hit the barricades to crush the on-duty police personnel. ASI Yograj, who sustained critical injuries [] The post Bovine Smugglers Kill ASI, Injure Policeman In J&Ks Samba appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 11:01 am

Thunderstorm, rain give Delhi relief from heat, disrupt flights, cause waterlogging

New Delhi, May 25: Thunderstorm accompanied by heavy rain battered Delhi overnight, disrupting flight operations, uprooting trees and electricity poles, and causing waterlogging in several areas while bringing relief from stifling heat. The sudden change in weather led to a sharp drop in mercury with the city recording a minimum temperature of 19.8 degrees Celsius, 6.9 notches below the normal. The India Meteorological Department said the citys primary weather station at Safdarjung recorded winds gusting up to 82 kmph and [] The post Thunderstorm, rain give Delhi relief from heat, disrupt flights, cause waterlogging appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 10:59 am

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Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 10:53 am

Adverse weather forces 49 flight diversions at Delhi Airport

Following heavy rain accompanied by strong winds in the national capital in the early hours of Sunday, 49 flights, including 17 international flights, were diverted between 11:30 pm and 4 am. Due to adverse weather conditions in Delhi, 49 flights were diverted between 11:30 pm and 4 am. Normal services restored, Delhi Airport sources said. []

RisingKashmir 25 May 2025 10:36 am

Assembly Bypolls To 5 Seats In Four States On June 19: EC

New Delhi, May 25: Bypolls to five assembly seats in four states will be held on June 19, the Election Commission said on Sunday. While two assembly bypolls will be held in Gujarat, one each will take place in Kerala, West Bengal and Punjab. The counting of votes will take place on June 23, the poll authority said. In Gujarat, the bypoll to the Kadi seat was necessitated following the death of sitting MLA Karsanbhai Punjabhai Solanki. Another bypoll to [] The post Assembly Bypolls To 5 Seats In Four States On June 19: EC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 10:36 am

PM Modi, Union Ministers Attend NDA CMs Meet

New Delhi, May 24: A day-long conclave of the NDA chief ministers and deputy CMs began here on Sunday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his senior Cabinet colleagues attending the event. Operation Sindoor, caste enumeration, the first anniversary of the Modi government in its third term and good governance issues are on the agenda of the meeting, said the BJP, which is organising the programme. The meeting will pass a resolution to congratulate the armed forces and PM Modi [] The post PM Modi, Union Ministers Attend NDA CMs Meet appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 10:34 am

Terrorism Is Shared Problem, We Must All Fight It United: Tharoor At 9/11 Memorial In NYC

New York, May 25: An all-party delegation of Indian Parliamentarians, led by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, visited the 9/11 memorial here and paid homage to the victims of the terror attacks, expressing solidarity and underlining that the world has to be united in the fight against the shared problem of terrorism. Tharoor said that the visit to the 9/11 Memorial was in a spirit of solidarity and was a very moving moment for us. But it was also meant to [] The post Terrorism Is Shared Problem, We Must All Fight It United: Tharoor At 9/11 Memorial In NYC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 10:32 am

Non-Local Worker Dies of Electrocution in Central Kashmir

SRINAGAR: An unidentified non-local person died of electrocution while working at Aribagh Nowgam on Saturday late evening. An official said that the individual was electrocuted while working at the site and was immediately shifted to CHC Chattergam. Doctors at the health facility declared him brought dead, the official said. The identity of the deceased is [] The post Non-Local Worker Dies of Electrocution in Central Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Life .

KashmirLife 25 May 2025 10:31 am

India overtakes Japan to become 4th largest economy at USD 4 trillion: NITI Aayog CEO

NITI Aayog Chief Executive Officer (CEO) BVR Subrahmanyam said that India has overtaken Japan to become the worlds fourth-largest economy, citing data by the International Monetary Fund. Addressing a press conference of the 10th NITI Aayog Governing Council Meeting on Viksit Rajya for Viksit Bharat 2047, Subrahmanyam stated that Indias economy has reached the USD []

RisingKashmir 25 May 2025 9:34 am

Monsoon arrives in India, marks earliest onset since 2009

The southwest monsoon hit Kerala on Saturday, marking its earliest arrival on the Indian mainland since 2009, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). According to the IMD, the Southwest Monsoon has further advanced into the remaining parts of the south Arabian Sea, some parts of the west-central & east-central Arabian Sea, the entire Lakshadweep []

RisingKashmir 25 May 2025 9:15 am

Operation Sindoor not against people of Pakistan, but terrorist infrastructure: Ghulam Nabi Azad

Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad on Saturday said that Operation Sindoor launched by India in response to the Pahalgam terror attack was not intended to be against people in Pakistan, but against the terrorist infrastructure in the neighbouring country and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). Operation Sindoor was not intended to be against []

RisingKashmir 25 May 2025 9:10 am

JKBOSE declares Class 11 results, 75 per cent pass

Girls outperform boys; two students top with 99% marks

RisingKashmir 25 May 2025 9:04 am

Amit terms ethical AI models as pillars of eGov

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 24: Amit Sharma, Secretary to the Government of Mizoram, Information & Communications Technology (ICT) and Cooperation Departments today mentioned the Ethical Artificial Intelligence (AI) models as the pillars of eGovernance. Sharma was addressing during Digital Uttar Pradesh Conclave organsied by the Times of India group in UP. On the inaugural session of this conclave, Jitin Prasada, Minister of State for Information Technology, Government of India was the chief guest and Brajesh Pathak, Deputy Chief Minister, Uttar [] The post Amit terms ethical AI models as pillars of eGov appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 6:00 am

NHPC awarded with GEEF Global Environmental Excellence Company in Power Sector

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 24: NHPC, a Government of India Navratna Enterprise was today awarded the prestigious GEEF Global Environmental Excellence Company of the Year 2025 in Power Sector award. The award was recognizing its outstanding commitment to environmental sustainability and clean energy development. The award was presented to R K Chaudhary, CMD, NHPC during the Global Energy Leaders Summit & Awards 2025 at New Delhi. The award highlights NHPCs ongoing dedication to sustainable practices and excellence in the renewable [] The post NHPC awarded with GEEF Global Environmental Excellence Company in Power Sector appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 6:00 am

Time not ripe for politics on Operation Sindoor: Raina to Rahul Gandhi

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 24: BJPs national executive member Ravinder Raina today asked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to join the nation in celebrating the success of Operation Sindoor under Prime Minister Narendra Modis leadership instead of indulging in petty politics to score brownie points. CLICK HERE TO WATCH VIDEO This is not the time for politics. The terrorists bled India by carrying out a dastardly attack on innocent tourists in Pahalgam on April 22 and faced the wrath of the [] The post Time not ripe for politics on Operation Sindoor: Raina to Rahul Gandhi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 6:00 am

Statehood would be restored only by Parliament not NC or PDP: Sharma

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 24: Leader of Opposition and senior BJP leader Sunil Sharma today said that Statehood would be restored only by Parliament, not by the National Conference (NC) or the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). CLICK HERE TO WATCH VIDEO Speaking to reporters during his visit to north Kashmirs Karnah, Sharma urged people not to be misled by the claims of certain parties regarding statehood restoration. NC and PDP have no role in the restoration of statehood. People should [] The post Statehood would be restored only by Parliament not NC or PDP: Sharma appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 5:59 am

CS chairs SLSC meet, approves Rs 75.80 cr AAP for Watershed Development under PMKSY

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 24: The State Level Sanctioning Committee (SLSC) for the Watershed Development Component of Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (WDC-PMKSY) 2.0, which met here today under the chairmanship of Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, gave nod to Annual Action Plan worth Rs 75.80 crore for Watershed Development under PMKSY. The meeting was convened to review implementation of the scheme besides assessing the Annual Action Plan for the year 2025-26. Present in the meeting were Principal Secretary, Finance; Secretary, [] The post CS chairs SLSC meet, approves Rs 75.80 cr AAP for Watershed Development under PMKSY appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 5:57 am

Yousmarg to be developed as next Gulmarg: Rather

*Inaugurates Rs 1.88 cr PHC at Nagbal Excelsior Correspondent BUDGAM, May 24: Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, today said that special focus will be laid on developing the scenic tourist destination Yousmarg as the next Gulmarg. He made these remarks while inaugurating a newly constructed Primary Health Centre (PHC) at Nagbal, in Charar-i-Sharief Constituency, built at an estimated cost of Rs. 1.88 crore. Highlighting the Governments vision, the Speaker stated that Yousmarg will be equipped with [] The post Yousmarg to be developed as next Gulmarg: Rather appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 5:56 am

Sakeena distributes prosthetic aids, assistive devices among specially-abled persons

Excelsior Correspondent KULGAM, May 24: Minister for Social Welfare, Education and Health & Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, today said that the welfare of all sections of society is at the heart of present Government led by Omar Abdullah with inclusivity and equal opportunity for all members of society. The Minister made these remarks while addressing a large gathering of people after distributing prosthetic aids and assistive devices among specially-abled persons at DH Pora Constituency of Kulgam district. Speaking on the [] The post Sakeena distributes prosthetic aids, assistive devices among specially-abled persons appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 5:55 am

Natrang artist Supria Gorka wins National Scholarship Award

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 24: Supria Gorka, a promising young artist of Natrang brought laurels for the UT of Jammu & Kashmir by winning the National Scholarship Award in the field of theatre acting. This award has been instituted by the Centre for Cultural Resources and Training, Ministry of Culture, Government of India. Supria is the only artist from J&K in all the categories of this competition to win this prestigious National Award. She was introduced to theatre by Balwant [] The post Natrang artist Supria Gorka wins National Scholarship Award appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 5:54 am

Mysterious death of young woman sparks protest

Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, May 24: The mysterious death of a young woman sparked protest by the deceaseds relatives near Haya bridge in Budhal area of Rajouri today. Reports said that dead body of a young woman was found under mysterious circumstances near Haya bridge in Budhal area. The body was noticed by a passerby, who immediately informed the Budhal police. Acting swiftly, a team from the Budhal Police Station rushed to the spot and took the body into possession for [] The post Mysterious death of young woman sparks protest appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 5:53 am

J&Ks Anshuman selected for IOCL Divya Shakti Para-Athlete Scheme

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, May 24: Para Judoka Anshuman Sharma from Jammu & Kashmir has been selected for the prestigious IOCL Divya Shakti Para-Athlete (Scholarship) Scheme, in recognition of his remarkable achievements in national and international Para Judo. Anshuman, who competes in the J1 (totally blind) category, has won one gold, one silver and two bronze medals at the National Games and represented India at the World Para Judo Championship in Astana, Kazakhstan. Under the scheme, the Indian Oil Corporation [] The post J&Ks Anshuman selected for IOCL Divya Shakti Para-Athlete Scheme appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 5:29 am

All-party delegation concludes Russia visit after discussing Indias anti-terrorism measures

MOSCOW, May 24: An Indian all-party parliamentary delegation on Saturday concluded its visit to the Russian capital after holding wide-ranging discussions on counter-terrorism combat and briefing the tried and tested friend Russia on Operation Sindoor. Earlier on Friday, Russia had reiterated its decisive commitment to an uncompromising joint fight with New Delhi against all forms of terrorism. The delegation led by DMK MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi is in Russia to sensitize the diplomatic leadership about terror emanating from Pakistan, a month [] The post All-party delegation concludes Russia visit after discussing Indias anti-terrorism measures appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 5:29 am

KFC records Rs 98.16 crore Net Profit, best-ever performance in history

CHENNAI, May 24 : Kerala Financial Corporation (KFC), the States premier development financial institution, has reported a record-breaking performance for the financial year ending March 31, 2025. KFC posted a net profit of Rs 98.16 crore, reflecting a 32.56 percent increase from the previous year, marking the highest-ever profit in its history. The Corporations loan portfolio crossed the Rs 8,000 crore milestone for the first time, reaching Rs 8011.99 crore, while its net worth increased to Rs 1328.83 crore, underlining [] The post KFC records Rs 98.16 crore Net Profit, best-ever performance in history appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 5:28 am

Udhampur girls shine in district-level sports meet

Excelsior Sports Correspondent UDHAMPUR, May 24: The District Youth Services and Sports (DYSS) Department Udhampur inaugurated the District-Level Inter-School/Inter-Zone Girls Sports Meet with great enthusiasm and participation from over 240 girl athletes across nine zones. Romesh Chander Mishra served as chief guest during inaugural event and inspired the participants with a motivating address, urging them to embrace fitness and a drug-free lifestyle under the Nasha Mukt Bharat campaign. In the competitive events of the District-Level Girls Sports Meet held in [] The post Udhampur girls shine in district-level sports meet appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 5:27 am

Inter-Zonal District Level Sports competitions culminate

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, May 24: The Department of Youth Services and Sports, District Jammu, culminated the Inter-Zonal District Level competitions across various sports at multiple venues including MA Stadium, Garhi Ground Jourian, Bana Stadium, Khel Gaon Nagrota and Govt. Boys HS Jammu Cantt. In Cricket U-17 Boys, Zone Gandhi Nagar defeated Zone Satwari by 61 runs. Gandhi Nagar scored 153 runs all out in 15 overs with Aaksh as the highest scorer (55 runs), while Kuashal took 4 wickets. [] The post Inter-Zonal District Level Sports competitions culminate appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 5:26 am

GCC nations showed marked shift in support for Indias counter-terrorism efforts: Indias Ambassador to UAE

DUBAI, May 24 : There has been a marked shift in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries stance on terrorism since the 2008 Mumbai attacks due to the widespread realisation that it is a common enemy of all and there is a need for collaborative efforts to combat the menace, the Indian envoy in the UAE has said. Sunjay Sudhir, Indias Ambassador to the UAE, also hailed the visit of the all-party delegation led by Shrikant Shinde to the country [] The post GCC nations showed marked shift in support for Indias counter-terrorism efforts: Indias Ambassador to UAE appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 5:25 am

Senior Open Swimming Cship commences

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, May 24: The Senior Open Swimming Championship 2025 was inaugurated at Jodhamal Public School Swimming Complex by chief guest MLA Bahu, Vikram Randhawa. The event is organized by the Jammu and Kashmir Swimming Association, led by President Ramandeep Singh Soodan and General Secretary Bharat Kumar Sharma, with support from Arti Kuthiala, Owner Trustee of Jodhamal Public School. Pooja, Competition Director, ensured smooth coordination. Over 40 male swimmers from across Jammu and Kashmir UT, including departments like [] The post Senior Open Swimming Cship commences appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 May 2025 5:25 am