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Narendra Modi India has emerged as the centre of global attention. This is due to the innovative zeal of our people. Today, the world sees India with hope and confidence. They appreciate the manner in which the pace of progress has been accelerated with next-generation reforms, which are cross-sectoral and amplify the nations growth potential. I have been telling many people that India has boarded the Reform Express. The primary engine of this Reform Express is Indias demography, our young [] The post 2025 The Year of Reforms appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bank employees hold protest, demand five-day work week
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 30: Demanding the implementation of a five-day work week, the bank employees under the banner of the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) staged demonstrations in front of bank offices across Jammu, Srinagar and Leh, today. In a press statement issued by Rajesh Mehta, Secretary, the All India Bank Officers Confederation (AIBOC) said, the protest was part of a nationwide agitation highlighting the increasing work pressure and stress faced by bank employees and officers. Union leaders [] The post Bank employees hold protest, demand five-day work week appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BJP remembers Atal Bihari Vajpayee on birth anniversary
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 30: Celebrating Good Governance Day to commemorate the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Bharatiya Janata Party leaders in Jammu and Kashmir today paid rich tribute to the former Prime Minister, remembering his visionary leadership and enduring legacy. J&K BJP President and MP (Rajya Sabha), Sat Sharma, along with party General Secretaries Sanjita Dogra and Gopal Mahajan, MLA Ch Vikram Randhawa, Party Secretary Reema Padha, District Prabhari Parduman Singh, and District President Naresh Singh [] The post BJP remembers Atal Bihari Vajpayee on birth anniversary appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Chashma Junction launches Eyeconic Luxury Sale
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 30: Chashma Junction today announced the launch of its Eyeconic Luxury Sale and offered flat 40% discount. The Eyeconic Luxury Sale brings unmatched offers on most of the top international brands available, making it the ideal time for customers to upgrade their eyewear with style and sophistication. The sale runs from 29 December to 11 January across both Chashma Junction locations, Channi Himmat (near Vermani Store) and Raghunath Bazaar. The key highlights of the sale are [] The post Chashma Junction launches Eyeconic Luxury Sale appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kashmir 2025: Article 370s Shadow and Question of Statehood
Ashok Bhan ashokbhan@rediffmail.com As 2025 draws to a close, Kashmirs political story reads less like a turning point and more like an extended aftermath. The year was dominated not by new constitutional changes but by the enduring consequences of the August 2019 revocation of Article 370 and the unresolved demand for restoration of statehood. Six years on, the question was no longer whether the move would reshape Kashmirs politics, but how deeply and for how long it would continue to [] The post Kashmir 2025: Article 370s Shadow and Question of Statehood appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CS reviews prospects for eco-tourism promotion, MAP cultivation
*Launches online NDC service Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 30: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired two separate high-level meetings to review the initiatives undertaken for promotion of eco-tourism by the Forest Department and the commercial cultivation of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (MAP) across J&K. The meeting on eco-tourism was attended by the Commissioner Secretary, Forests; Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF); Chief Wildlife Warden; Managing Director, Forest Development Corporation; Director, Remote Sensing and other senior officers of the Forest Department. [] The post CS reviews prospects for eco-tourism promotion, MAP cultivation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Full Court Reference held to bid farewell to Justice Vinod Chatterji Koul
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 30: A Full Court Reference was held in the Court Room of the Chief Justice at the Jammu Wing of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh to bid farewell to Justice Vinod Chatterji Koul, on demitting office upon attaining the age of superannuation. The Full Court Reference was convened in accordance with the long-standing conventions and institutional traditions of the High Court. The Reference was attended by Chief Justice Arun Palli and Justice [] The post Full Court Reference held to bid farewell to Justice Vinod Chatterji Koul appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Javed Rana reviews water supply schemes in Jammu North
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 30: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the progress of water supply schemes in Jammu North constituency. The meeting was also attended by legislator Sham Lal Sharma, Chief Engineer, Irrigation and Flood Control, Chief Conservator of Forests, Superintending Engineers, Executive Engineers and other departmental officers. During the deliberations, the Minister emphasized the need to accelerate the pace of ongoing projects [] The post Javed Rana reviews water supply schemes in Jammu North appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ayodhyas transformation in 2025: Where faith fuels development and the future takes shape
LUCKNOW, Dec 30 : Ayodhya now is no longer defined solely by its religious identity; it has emerged as a powerful symbol of the confidence and vision of a resurgent New India. Two years after the consecration of the Ram Lalla at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi, Ayodhya has demonstrated that heritage and development are not opposing forces, but natural partners. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the citys transformation has evolved into a comprehensive saga of faith, economic vitality, [] The post Ayodhyas transformation in 2025: Where faith fuels development and the future takes shape appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Girls Roll-Ball team reaches QFs
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 30: The Jammu & Kashmir Union Territory girls Roll-Ball team advanced to the quarterfinals of the 17th Junior National Roll-Ball Championship 2025 at MA Stadium, Jammu, after a commanding 17-2 victory over Pondicherry. Earlier, the team had defeated Karnataka by 4-1 and played a draw against Rajasthan. In the boys category, J&K recorded a 4-1 win against Chandigarh but suffered defeats against Gujarat (4-2) and RSSA (8-2). The tournament, held across three venues in Jammu, [] The post J&K Girls Roll-Ball team reaches QFs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bangladeshs first woman Prime Minister Khaleda Zia dies; Jaishankar to attend funeral
DHAKA, Dec 30 : Khaleda Zia, Bangladeshs first woman prime minister who restored democracy after a span of military rule and dominated the countrys politics for decades, died on Tuesday after a prolonged illness. She was 80. Zias demise came less than six weeks before Bangladesh will vote in the parliamentary elections for the first time after a massive student-led uprising led to the collapse of the Sheikh Hasina-led government. Zia and Hasina were political rivals. My mother is no [] The post Bangladeshs first woman Prime Minister Khaleda Zia dies; Jaishankar to attend funeral appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Need seamless coordination among ministries to bolster self-reliance in critical minerals: Par panel
NEW DELHI, Dec 30: A parliamentary panel has stressed the need for seamless coordination among ministries to bolster the countrys self-reliance in critical minerals like lithium, graphite, cobalt, and rare earth that are vital for a technology-driven future global economy. In its report, the Committee noted that the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, with its strong emphasis on self-reliance, holds immense potential to secure a sustainable supply chain of these minerals and enhance the countrys industrial competitiveness. However, it cautioned that [] The post Need seamless coordination among ministries to bolster self-reliance in critical minerals: Par panel appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Contributions of tribal heroes should be known to the youth: President Murmu
NEW DELHI, Dec 30: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday praised statesman, educationist, and nationalist thinker from Jharkhand Kartik Oraon who dedicated his life to uplifting the tribal society. The President stressed that the tribal community should ensure that the contributions of the tribal heroes are made known to the youth and future generations of the country. Addressing Antarrajyiy Jansanskritik Samagam Samaroh Kartik Jatra at Gumla in Jharkhand, President Murmu said, It is the responsibility of every individual and institution [] The post Contributions of tribal heroes should be known to the youth: President Murmu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
JKCA election crucial for restoring order: Members
Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 30: The J&K Cricket Association (JKCA) is set to hold elections for its office-bearers and Apex Council on January 16, 2026, the affiliated members of the association said today. The members, during a press conference here, informed that the apex court has appointed AK Jyoti, former Chief Election Commissioner of India, as the Electoral Officer to oversee the process, granting him 12 weeks to complete the exercise. The election-seen as a crucial step towards restoring [] The post JKCA election crucial for restoring order: Members appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indias Russian crude imports dip in Dec, but trade remains structurally intact
NEW DELHI, Dec 30: Indias imports of Russian crude oil are set to register a sharp pullback in December, but the decline reflects short-term disruptions rather than a structural shift in sourcing patterns. According to real-time data analytics company Kpler, Russian crude imports into India are expected to fall to around 1.2 million barrels per day (bpd) in December, down from 1.84 million bpd in November, marking the lowest level since December 2022. Indian refiners continue to buy [] The post Indias Russian crude imports dip in Dec, but trade remains structurally intact appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Tamil civilisation not regional, but foundational to Bharats civilisational journey : Pradhan
RAMESWARAM, Dec 30 : Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan today said Tamil civilisation is not regional but foundational to Bharats civilisational journey. Addressing the valedictory of Kashi Tamil Sanagamam 4.0 in his sacred holy island town, he said with Tamil Karkalam as this years theme, the Sangamam has not just encouraged learning Tamil but has also opened the gateway to Indias ancient wisdom. Taking the audience by surprise, Mr Pradhan, who addressed in Tamil, said inclusivity and accessibility to Indias [] The post Tamil civilisation not regional, but foundational to Bharats civilisational journey : Pradhan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Taekwondo team shines at 21st National ITF Cship
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 30: The 27 member J&K UT Taekwondo team, including 16 boys and 11 girls, brought laurels to Union Territory at 21st National ITF Taekwondo Championship held in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, from December 27 to 29. The team finished as runner-up, securing 29 gold medals, narrowly behind Gujarat, which won the team title with 30 golds. In Sparring, gold medal winners included Achyotam Dixit, Shravan Nilesh Wani, Pavishan GP, Aabid Hussain, Lovjeet Choudhary, Saatvik Kumar, Keshav Kumar, [] The post J&K Taekwondo team shines at 21st National ITF Cship appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Review Meeting on Aspirational Block Programme (ABP) held
Excelsior Correspondent LEH, Dec 30: A Review Meeting on the Aspirational Block Programme (ABP) was held here today. The meeting was held via Video Conference and was chaired by Ravi Dhawan, Director, Ministry of Power, Government of India in presence of DC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar. During the meeting, indicator-wise progress was reviewed, with detailed discussions on targeted percentages and achievements across key sectors. The sectors reviewed included Health, Education, Agriculture, PM-KISAN, Soil Health Card, FMD Vaccination, Groundwater Extraction, BharatNet, PMAY-G, [] The post Review Meeting on Aspirational Block Programme (ABP) held appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The Indian Armys recent decision to relax its social media policy-allowing view-only access to select platforms-marks a calibrated and thoughtful response to the realities of the digital age. Far from diluting discipline, the revised guidelines reinforce a core principle of military service: that orders are not optional advisories but essential instruments for safeguarding national security. For armed forces personnel, adherence to such directives is inseparable from their professional responsibility. Social media today is a double-edged sword. On one hand, it [] The post Guarding the Digital Frontier appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LAHD-SSRB begins 3-day document verification for Matric & 12th Level Recruitment
Excelsior Correspondent LEH, Dec 30 : The Leh Autonomous Hill Development Subordinate Services Recruitment Board (LAHD-SSRB) today commenced the three-day document verification process for candidates shortlisted under the Matric (10th Level) and 12th Level recruitment examinations. The verification is being conducted at Paras Hall, Boys Higher Secondary School, Leh. A total of 20 verification boards have been constituted for the purpose. Each verification board comprises one officer designated for document verification and two officials assigned as document checkers, ensuring accuracy [] The post LAHD-SSRB begins 3-day document verification for Matric & 12th Level Recruitment appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Secy, IT, UT Ladakh visits NIELIT Leh; Reviews Student Innovations and R&D Initiatives
Excelsior Correspondent LEH, Dec 30: Secretary, Information Technology, UT Ladakh, Shashanka Ala, today visited the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), Leh, where she reviewed the institutes academic infrastructure, laboratories, and research and development initiatives, with a special focus on innovation and capacity building among students. During the visit, the Secretary inspected various laboratories, including AI labs and smart classrooms, and interacted with students and faculty members. She was briefed in detail by NIELIT officials on the [] The post Secy, IT, UT Ladakh visits NIELIT Leh; Reviews Student Innovations and R&D Initiatives appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Aggarwal is new interim chief of NIA
NEW DELHI, Dec 30: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued an order appointing senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Rakesh Aggarwal as the interim chief of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) following the Governments decision to prematurely repatriate incumbent Director General (DG) Sadanand Vasant Date to Maharashtra. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Himachal Pradesh cadre IPS officer of 1994-batch Aggarwal is currently serving as Special DG in the NIA. He was appointed as the Special [] The post Aggarwal is new interim chief of NIA appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
14 X-Ens elevated, 15 placed as Inch SEs
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 30: The Government today elevated 14 In-charge Executive Engineers (Xens) as In-charge Superintending Engineers (SEs) and issued orders of placement/posting of 15 I/C SEs in the Power Development Department. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The fourteen I/C Xens elevated/placed as I/C SEs are- Mohd Ayub Khan, Mohd Yousuf Mir, Syed Ahmed Wani, Samir Sharma, Latif Ahmed Wani, Sanjay Gupta, Ajaz Ahmed Salati, Riyaz Ahmed Sheikh, Ajaz Muzaffar Ronga, Tariq Rasool Wani, Abdul Rouf Bhat, [] The post 14 X-Ens elevated, 15 placed as Inch SEs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NIA court issues proclamation against 3 NRIs
Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Dec 30: The Special National Investigation Agency (NIA) Court, Srinagar, today issued a proclamation against three Non-Resident Indians for anti-national propaganda. A police spokesman said that action comes after the accused deliberately evaded arrest and went underground to avoid legal proceedings. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp These are Turkey based former president of Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industries and Kashmiri NRI businessman, Mubeen Shah; Azizul Hassan Ashai alias Tony Ashai, a Kashmiri born US [] The post NIA court issues proclamation against 3 NRIs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Missing man found dead in forest area
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 30: The body of a man who had been reported missing earlier this month was recovered today from a forested area near Qasim Nagar, falling under the jurisdiction of Police Station Bagh-e-Bahu. The deceased has been identified as Sonu, aged around 40-42 years, a native of Punjab who was presently residing in the Marh area. A missing report in this connection had been registered at Police Station Domana on December 11. Police said the body was [] The post Missing man found dead in forest area appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
In 2025, 46 terrorists killed in 35 incidents across J&K
Security operations keep J&K violence at historic low Op Sindoor destroyed across LoC terror camps, neutralised 100 terrorists 26 civilians killed in Baisaran Valley, 21 in cross-border shelling Jammu Tawi, Dec 30:Forty-six terrorists were killed in 35 violent incidents across Jammu and Kashmir in 2025, while overall violence remained near a 25-year low, officials said. [] The post In 2025, 46 terrorists killed in 35 incidents across J&K appeared first on Northlines .
Army trains VDGs against terrorists in Chenab valley
Jammu Tawi, Dec 30 : Amid an intensive counter-terrorist operation in the higher reaches of Chenab valley, the Army has also stepped up efforts to strengthen grassroots security by imparting training to Village Defence Guards (VDGs) in Doda district, officials said on Tuesday. Around 150 VDGs from 17 remote villages along the Doda-Chamba border, including [] The post Army trains VDGs against terrorists in Chenab valley appeared first on Northlines .
Court grants bail to DySP, SI among 8 accused in custodial torture case
Srinagar, Dec 30: The Principal District & Sessions Judge, Kupwara in Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday granted bail to eight accused in the infamous custodial torture case being investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) under orders of the Supreme Court. The accused, identified as Deputy SP Aijaz Ahmad, Sub-Inspector Riyaz Ahmad Mir, Special [] The post Court grants bail to DySP, SI among 8 accused in custodial torture case appeared first on Northlines .
Jammu symbol of Indias national unity: LG
Says Jammus indomitable spirit kept J&K integration alive Jammu Tawi, Dec 30:Describing Jammu as symbol of Indias national unity, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday lauded the people of the region for their indomitable spirit and unwavering resilience. Addressing a function organized to mark 82nd anniversary of the hoisting of Tricolour on Indian soil by [] The post Jammu symbol of Indias national unity: LG appeared first on Northlines .
J&Ks 2025 weather calamity: 199 lives lost, over 8,000 homes wiped out
38 remain missing, many presumed dead12,000 livestock lost Jammu Tawi, Dec 30:Jammu and Kashmir faced one of its deadliest years for weather-related disasters in 2025, as monsoon rains, cloudbursts, flash floods, and landslides claimed lives, destroyed property, and left numerous families searching for missing loved ones. The Jammu division was worst affected, while the Kashmir [] The post J&Ks 2025 weather calamity: 199 lives lost, over 8,000 homes wiped out appeared first on Northlines .
JKCA elections set for Jan 16 after 8-year gap
Members hails BCCI Prez Manhas to streamline cricket in J&K Jammu Tawi, Dec 30:After nearly eight years, the Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) is set to hold elections for its office bearers and Apex Council on January 16, at GGM Science College, Jammu, Affiliated members, while addressing a news conference here welcomed the move, [] The post JKCA elections set for Jan 16 after 8-year gap appeared first on Northlines .
Chargesheet against Bihar man in fake job cheating case
Srinagar, Dec 30 : The Economic Offences Wing of Crime Branch has submitted a chargesheet in absentia against a Bihar resident before a court in Jammu and Kashmirs Bandipora district in connection with a fraud case. A case was registered based on a written complaint which alleged that a company, True Dreams Project India Pvt [] The post Chargesheet against Bihar man in fake job cheating case appeared first on Northlines .
CIK tightens noose around anti-national propagandists
NIA Court issues proclamation against ex-KCCI President, 2 others in 2020 UAPA case Srinagar, Dec 30:In a major crackdown on anti-national propaganda and secessionist misinformation, the Special Judge designated under the NIA Act, Srinagar, has issued a proclamation against three accused, including a female. In a statement issued, a CIK spokesman said that the proclamation [] The post CIK tightens noose around anti-national propagandists appeared first on Northlines .
Sarvesh Rai appointed PCCF, J&K
Jammu Tawi, Dec 30: The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India has appointed Sarvesh Rai, an Indian Forest Service officer of the AGMUT cadre (nineteen ninety one batch), as the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and Head of Forest Force for the Jammu and Kashmir segment of the AGMUT cadre. He [] The post Sarvesh Rai appointed PCCF, J&K appeared first on Northlines .
JKCA To Hold Long-Delayed Elections After Eight Years
SRINAGAR: After a gap of nearly eight years, the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) is set to conduct elections for its office bearers and Apex Council on January 16 at GGM Science College in Jammu, marking a significant step towards restoring democratic governance in the Union Territorys cricket administration. Affiliated members of the JKCA []
Is Israels Recognition of Somaliland Redrawing the Geopolitical Map of the Horn of Africa?
by Asad Mirza On Friday last (26 December), Israel became the first country to recognise Somaliland as a sovereign state, a breakthrough in its quest for international recognition since it declared independence from Somalia 34 years ago. However, the move has prompted a critical international and regional response. The Guardian has reported that the Israeli []
Delay in Old-Age Pension Leaves Elderly Anxious Across Kashmir
SRINAGAR: A delay in the release of the monthly old-age pension has left thousands of elderly beneficiaries across Kashmir anxious, with many saying they rely solely on this small amount to meet their daily needs. For 72-year-old Fatima Begum from Srinagar, the monthly pension of Rs 1,000 is her only means of buying medicines and []
New Year celebrations are a time of joy, optimism and togetherness. They symbolise fresh beginnings and offer a pause from routine life, allowing people to reflect and look ahead with hope. Celebration, therefore, must go onand it should. Yet the right to celebrate also carries an equally important responsibility: ensuring that personal enjoyment does not [] The post Curb Festive Nuisance appeared first on Northlines .
VPN Banned in Several Kashmir Districts in Public Interest: Div Com
SRINAGAR: Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Anshul Garg, on Tuesday said the ban on Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) in several districts of Kashmir has been ordered in the overall interest of society following security reviews carried out by the respective Deputy Commissioners. Speaking to reporters in Srinagar, the Div Com said that every DC conducts []
In 2025, 46 Militants Killed in 35 Incidents Across Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Forty-six militants were killed in 35 violent incidents across Jammu and Kashmir in 2025, while overall violence remained near a 25-year low. According to the details, among the key operations, security forces eliminated the perpetrators of the Pahalgam attack Suleiman Shah alias Hashim Musa, Hamza Afghani and Zibran in an encounter on []
Trump Warns Iran of Powerful Consequences Over Possible Missile Rebuild
SRINAGAR: US President Donald Trump has warned that Iran could face very powerful consequences if it attempts to rebuild its ballistic missile programme, following unconfirmed reports that Tehran may be developing missiles at sites not previously targeted by US strikes. Speaking after a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump said, Now I hear []
Railway Ministry to Offer 3 Per Cent Discount on Unreserved Tickets via RailOne App
SRINAGAR: The Railway Ministry will provide a 3 per cent discount on unreserved ticket bookings made through the RailOne app using any digital payment method, effective from January 14 to July 14, 2026, NDTV reported. Currently, passengers receive a 3 per cent cashback on unreserved tickets booked via R-wallet on the RailOne app. The new []
Village defence guard (VDG) opened fired on suspicious movement in Kalkote area of Rajouri
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Jammu Kashmir Haj Committee Invites E-Tenders for Mess Services at Haj House, Srinagar
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Haj Committee has invited e-tenders from reputed caterers, restaurant owners, and interested individuals for providing Mess/Canteen services on a rate contract basis within the premises of Haj House, Bemina, Srinagar. The tender has been floated under Tender ID No. 2025_JKHC_299305_1, with the last date for bid submission fixed as January []
ACC Clears Appointments, Upgradations of 40 Senior Officers Across Ministries
New Delhi, Dec 30: The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the appointment, posting and in-situ upgradation of 40 senior officers to key positions across various Ministries and Departments of the Government of India, according to an official order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT). As per the notification issued by the Secretariat of the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet as per news agency Kashmir News Corner KNC, several IAS, IPS, IRS and other [] The post ACC Clears Appointments, Upgradations of 40 Senior Officers Across Ministries appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
KPDCL Schedules Power Shutdowns in Multiple Kashmir Parts
SRINAGAR: The Chief Engineer (Distribution), Kashmir Power Development Corporation Limited (KPDCL), has announced scheduled power shutdowns affecting multiple areas across the Valley due to maintenance work on 33 kV lines. A shutdown of the 33 kV Exhibition line will affect electricity supply to Iqbalabad, Towheedabad, Hamdania Colony, Nundresh Colony, and adjoining areas from 12:00 noon []
J&K Govt Constitutes Animal Welfare Board
JAMMU, Dec 30: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has constituted the Jammu and Kashmir Animal Welfare Board in accordance with the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, and directions of the Supreme Court of India. See Order Copy Click Here The post J&K Govt Constitutes Animal Welfare Board appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dr Shahid Iqbal Choudhary Re-designated As Commissioner/Secretary
JAMMU, Dec 30: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has re-designated Dr Shahid Iqbal Choudhary, an Indian Administrative Service officer of the AGMUT cadre (2009 batch), as Commissioner/Secretary to the Government following his promotion to the Super Time Scale. The post Dr Shahid Iqbal Choudhary Re-designated As Commissioner/Secretary appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Reform Express 2025: Quiet foundations for Indias next growth phase
Hardeep S Puri As 2025 draws to a close, the loud headlines are easy to spot, but what is easier to miss is the quieter work of governance, the steady, week after week clearing of bottlenecks the cumulative push is what I mean by Reform Express 2025. India crossed about USD 4.1 trillion [] The post Reform Express 2025: Quiet foundations for Indias next growth phase appeared first on Northlines .
Law, NGOs, and the afterlives of rescue reviewing Immoral Traffic
Vibhuti Ramachandrans new book on prostitution governance in India By Ajitesh Singh At a book discussion recently held at the India International Centre Annexe, New Delhi, lawyers, feminist researchers, academics, and students came together to examine how law, NGOs, and global anti-trafficking regimes govern sex work in India. The occasion was the launch of [] The post Law, NGOs, and the afterlives of rescue reviewing Immoral Traffic appeared first on Northlines .
Sarvesh Rai Appointed PCCF & HoFF Of J&K
JAMMU, Dec 30: The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India has appointed Sarvesh Rai, an Indian Forest Service officer of the AGMUT cadre (nineteen ninety one batch), as the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and Head of Forest Force for the Jammu and Kashmir segment of the AGMUT cadre. He is presently posted as PCCF in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. See Order Copy Click Here The post Sarvesh Rai Appointed PCCF & HoFF Of J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pariksha Pe Charcha : Breaking the Stigma and Building Strength
Prabhat Kishore Examinations are often a source of stress for students and their families. This is a common challenge faced by students of all ages, especially teenagers who are preparing for significant milestone such as board exams or competitive exams. The intense focus on academic performance, coupled with expectations from society and family, often leads [] The post Pariksha Pe Charcha : Breaking the Stigma and Building Strength appeared first on Northlines .
PM Modi For Mission-Mode Reforms To Sustain Long-Term Growth
New Delhi, Dec 30: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday called for mission mode reforms across diverse sectors to sustain long-term growth. Interacting with a group of eminent economists and experts at NITI Aayog ahead of Union Budget for 2026-27, Modi also made a case for building world- class capabilities and attaining global integration. The theme of the interaction was Aatmanirbharta and Structural Transformation: Agenda for Viksit Bharat. He stressed that Indias policy making and budgeting must remain anchored with [] The post PM Modi For Mission-Mode Reforms To Sustain Long-Term Growth appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Army Trains Village Defence Guards In J&Ks Doda As Anti-Terror Ops Continue In Chenab Valley
Bhaderwah/Jammu, Dec 30: Amid an intensive counter-terrorist operation in the higher reaches of Chenab valley, the Army has also stepped up efforts to strengthen grassroots security by imparting training to Village Defence Guards (VDGs) in Doda district, officials said on Tuesday. Around 150 VDGs from 17 remote villages along the Doda-Chamba border, including women volunteers, are undergoing intensive training in handling automatic rifles, minor tactics, self-defence, bunker construction and repelling enemy attacks, they said. The villages are located near the [] The post Army Trains Village Defence Guards In J&Ks Doda As Anti-Terror Ops Continue In Chenab Valley appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indian Oil Completes Highest-Ever Winter Stocking In Ladakh
Chandigarh, Dec 30: Indian Oil Corporation Limited on Tuesday said it has completed highest-ever advance winter stocking operation, supplying over one lakh kilolitres of petroleum products to Ladakh ahead of the annual winter shutdown. Every year, access to Ladakh through roads remains closed from December to April due to heavy snowfall at high mountain passes such as Zojila and Rohtang. To ensure uninterrupted fuel availability during this period, Indian Oil undertakes advance stocking before winter sets in, the company said. [] The post Indian Oil Completes Highest-Ever Winter Stocking In Ladakh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir Govt Orders Probe into Alleged Illegal Promotion In Roads and Buildings Dept
SRINAGAR: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has constituted a fact-finding committee to inquire into allegations of illegal promotion in the Public Works (Roads and Buildings) Department, according to an official order issued by the Civil Secretariat. As per the government order, the committee has been tasked with examining allegations related to the promotion of []
Jammu, Dec 30: Security forces on Tuesday launched cordon and search operations along border areas and the mountainous hinterland of Poonch and Kishtwar districts of Jammu and Kashmir as part of heightened anti-terror measures, officials said. Acting on inputs about the presence of two terrorist groups operating in the Doda-Kishtwar forest areas, security forces launched a cordon and search operation in the Keshwan-Chatroo valley after apprehending terrorist movement, they said. Troops used drones and other aerial surveillance equipment to monitor [] The post Security Forces Launch Search Ops In J&Ks Kishtwar, Poonch Over Reports Of Possible Terrorist Movement appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Srinagar, Dec 30: In a major crackdown on anti-national propaganda and secessionist misinformation, the Special NIA Court, Srinagar, has issued a proclamation under Section 82 of the Code of Criminal Procedure against three accused persons Against Absconding Accused in Anti-National Propaganda Case. The action comes after the accused deliberately evaded arrest and went underground to avoid legal proceedings. In a statement, an CIK spokesperson said that the Honble Court of the Special Judge designated under the NIA Act, Srinagar, has [] The post Special NIA Court Srinagar Issues Proclamation Against Absconding Accused In Anti-National Propaganda Case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rahul, Priyanka arrive in Ranthambore amid tourist rush to Rajasthan
JAIPUR:Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, along with family members, arrived in Ranthambore on Tuesday, as Rajasthan witnesses a sharp increase in tourist footfall across major destinations ahead of the New Year. Ranthambore in Sawai Madhopur district is known for its tiger population and rich biodiversity, and has remained a preferred destination for []
Raktabeej 2 The Film on ZEE5 That Made Bengal Whistle Again
Are you searching for the blockbuster hit of this year? If yes, you should definitely stream Raktabeej 2 which came out on 26 September 2025. The timing was perfect because everyone was in a Puja mood and wanted something big to watch with family. The first Raktabeej in 2023 was already a hit, so we were waiting two full years for part 2. The writers of this movie make sweet family stories that make aunties cry happy tears. This time [] The post Raktabeej 2 The Film on ZEE5 That Made Bengal Whistle Again appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Saali Mohabbat: The ZEE5s Quiet Thriller That Will Live in Your House Long After the Credits Roll!
Saali Mohabbat is a brand new Hindi suspense film coming straight to ZEE5 on 12 December 2025. It feels much heavier than its length. This isnt always a noisy film with vehicle chases or gun fights. It is the kind of story that creeps below your pores and skin when you are watching and refuses to depart even after you switch off the TV. The film is directed by actress Tisca Chopra in her very first time as director. She [] The post Saali Mohabbat: The ZEE5s Quiet Thriller That Will Live in Your House Long After the Credits Roll! appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The Bengal Files (2025): The Shocking Story Streaming on ZEE5 Now!
Hey, if you are into movies that make you suspect twice about records, make time for this one. Since The Bengal Files is going to live on ZEE5. This is not your usual feel-good flick. Its a best drama that digs into one among Indias darkest chapters the brutal riots in Bengal returned in 1946. This movie has already come out in theaters. Now, it is streaming on ZEE5 from 21 November. If you like stories that blend actual [] The post The Bengal Files (2025): The Shocking Story Streaming on ZEE5 Now! appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
AIIMS-Jammu Proposes Traumatology Institute, Centre For AI In Healthcare
SAMBA, Dec 30: The All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Jammu has submitted a proposal to the Union health ministry for setting up a traumatology institute and a centre for artificial intelligence in healthcare in collaboration with premier institutions of Israel and the United Kingdom, officials said on Tuesday. AIIMS will move forward in the new year with renewed resolve and start several new facilities, including open heart surgery, they said. Executive Director and CEO of AIIMS-Jammu, Prof Shakti Kumar [] The post AIIMS-Jammu Proposes Traumatology Institute, Centre For AI In Healthcare appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
2025 Focused On Governance Reforms To Improve Ease Of Living: Dr Jitendra
NEW DELHI, Dec 30 : Union Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh, said that 2025 was a year that focused on governance reforms aimed at improving ease of living for citizens, alongside creating a more enabling and work-friendly environment for government employees. Addressing a year-ender press conference here, the Minister highlighted the year-end achievements of the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, covering the work of the Department of Personnel and Training, the [] The post 2025 Focused On Governance Reforms To Improve Ease Of Living: Dr Jitendra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Actor-writer Meera Syal among prominent British Indians on King Charles IIIs New Year Honours list
LONDON, Dec 30: Well-known British Indian artist Meera Syal has been awarded a Damehood among some of the highest awards in King Charles IIIs New Year Honours list released in London on Tuesday. The London-based comedian, writer, actor and filmmaker has been made Dame Meera for services to literature, drama and charity. Downing Street said 1,157 recipients have been awarded this year from every part of the UK, with a particular focus this year on those who have gone [] The post Actor-writer Meera Syal among prominent British Indians on King Charles IIIs New Year Honours list appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SIR a scam being conducted using AI, alleges Mamata
Bankura (WB), Dec 30: Claiming that the SIR was a huge scam being conducted with the help of artificial intelligence (AI), West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday said her TMC will gherao the Election Commissions office in Delhi if the name of a single legitimate voter is deleted from the rolls. Addressing a rally in Bankura district, Banerjee said people of the state were being tortured in the name of SIR. Around 60 people have died due to SIR. [] The post SIR a scam being conducted using AI, alleges Mamata appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Lieutenant Governor unveils J&K Bank Calendar 2026
Jammu, 30 December : Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Tuesday unveiled J&K Banks Wall and Table Calendars for the year 2026, at Lok Bhavan. The Wall Calendar for 2026 is themed Rivers of J&K and Ladakh, while the Table Calendar showcases the regions Historic Places, reflecting the diversity of human heritage and natural wonders [] The post Lieutenant Governor unveils J&K Bank Calendar 2026 appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Railways To Offer 3% Discount On Digital Purchase Of Unreserved Tickets Via RailOne App From Jan 14
NEW DELHI, Dec 30: The Railway Ministry will offer 3 per cent discount on purchase of unreserved tickets via RailOne app and payment through any digital mode from January 14 to July 14 in 2026. At present, it gives 3 per cent cashback for booking unreserved tickets through R-wallet payment on RailOne app. In order to proliferate digital booking, it has been been decided to provide the discount of 3 per cent while booking unreserved tickets through all digital payment [] The post Railways To Offer 3% Discount On Digital Purchase Of Unreserved Tickets Via RailOne App From Jan 14 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Process Has Become the Punishment: Waheed Para on Dual UAPA Hearings
SRINAGAR: MLA Waheed Para on Sunday alleged a violation of the principle of double jeopardy, claiming he has been summoned to appear before two separate National Investigation Agency courts on the same day in connection with identical allegations under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act. Double jeopardy is not just a legal doctrine; it is a []
LG Manoj Sinha Unveils J&K Bank Calendar-2026
Jammu, Dec 30: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday unveiled J&K Banks Wall and Table Calendars for the year 2026, at Lok Bhavan. The Wall Calendar for 2026 is themed Rivers of J&K and Ladakh, while the Table Calendar showcases the regions Historic Places, reflecting the diversity of human heritage and natural wonders of UT of Jammu & Kashmir and UT of Ladakh. The Lieutenant Governor appreciated the J&K Bank for selecting unique themes which will raise awareness about preserving [] The post LG Manoj Sinha Unveils J&K Bank Calendar-2026 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Study in mice with Alzheimers finds higher immune response in female brain than in male
New Delhi, Dec 30: Immune cells in a females brain with Alzheimers disease may tend to trigger more activity of genes known to be involved in neuroinflammation than in a male, a study in mice has found which may potentially explain why more females are diagnosed with the neurodegenerative condition. Alzheimers disease is an ageing-related disorder in which speech, memory and thought processes steadily decline with age and can eventually interfere with ones daily functioning. Researchers led by those at [] The post Study in mice with Alzheimers finds higher immune response in female brain than in male appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC Issues SOP to Streamline Hearings, Speed Up Justice Delivery
New Delhi, Dec 30: The Supreme Court has issued a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) prescribing strict timelines for oral arguments and written submissions by lawyers, aiming to improve court management and expedite the delivery of justice. In a circular issued on Monday, the apex court said senior advocates, arguing counsel and advocates-on-record (AoR) must submit [] The post SC Issues SOP to Streamline Hearings, Speed Up Justice Delivery appeared first on Northlines .
Jammu, 30th December : Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Tuesday hoisted the Tricolour and inaugurated the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Flag Point at JDA Park, Ram Vihar Jammu to mark 82nd anniversary of the hoisting of Tricolour on Indian soil by Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose in Andaman and Nicobar Islands in 1943. On December [] The post Lieutenant Governor hoists the Tricolour, inaugurates the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Flag Point at JDA Park, Ram Vihar in Jammu appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
J&K Court Grants Bail To 8 Accused In Custodial Torture Case
SRINAGAR, Dec 30: The Principal District & Sessions Judge, Kupwara in Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday granted bail to eight accused in the infamous custodial torture case being investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) under orders of the Supreme Court. The accused, identified as Deputy SP Aijaz Ahmad, Sub-Inspector Riyaz Ahmad Mir, Special Police Officer Jahangeer Ahmad Beigh, Head Constables Mohammad Younis Khan and Tanveer Ahmad Malla, Selection Grade Constables Shakir Hussain Khoja and Altaf Hussain Bhat, and [] The post J&K Court Grants Bail To 8 Accused In Custodial Torture Case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Unclaimed Bag Triggers Bomb Scare at Jammu Bus Stand
Jammu, Dec 30: Panic briefly gripped the Jammu bus stand on Tuesday afternoon after an unclaimed bag was spotted in the crowded area, triggering a bomb scare. However, security agencies later confirmed that the bag contained only clothes and posed no threat. According to officials, a police team along with the Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) [] The post Unclaimed Bag Triggers Bomb Scare at Jammu Bus Stand appeared first on Northlines .
Chief Secretary Designate Ashish Kundra Calls On LG Kavinder Gupta
Leh, Dec 30: Ashish Kundra, IAS, Chief Secretary designate, today paid a courtesy call on the Honble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, at the LG Secretariat, Leh. During the meeting, the Lt Governor and the Chief Secretary exchanged views on key administrative priorities and discussed matters related to governance and development in the Union Territory. The Lt Governor extended his best wishes to Shri Ashish Kundra on his new responsibility and expressed confidence in his role in further strengthening [] The post Chief Secretary Designate Ashish Kundra Calls On LG Kavinder Gupta appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PDD Labourer Injured After Fall From Electric Pole
SRINAGAR: A casual labourer associated with the Power Development Department was injured after falling from an electric pole while on duty in the Arhama area of Shopian on Tuesday, officials said. The injured has been identified as Qaism Ahmad Wani, son of Mohammad Yousuf Wani, a resident of Bongam, Shopian. Officials said the incident occurred []
Modi voices deep concern over targeting of Putins residence
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday voiced deep concern over the reports of the targeting of the residence of Russian President Vladimir Putin and urged Russia and Ukraine to focus on diplomatic efforts to end hostilities. Deeply concerned by reports of the targeting of the residence of the President of the Russian Federation, []
Unclaimed Bag Sparks Bomb Scare At Jammu Bus Stand; Nothing Suspicious Found
Jammu, Dec 30: An unclaimed bag at a crowded bus stand here on Tuesday afternoon triggered a bomb scare, but it was later found that it contained clothes and had been apparently left behind by a passenger, officials said. A police team along with the Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) cordoned off the bus stand immediately after getting information about an unclaimed bag lying near one of the concrete pillars, an official said. The BDS team inspected the bag and found [] The post Unclaimed Bag Sparks Bomb Scare At Jammu Bus Stand; Nothing Suspicious Found appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Regulators path-breaking tariff reform spurs CNG, piped gas price cuts
NEW DELHI, Dec 30: Indias natural gas market has started showing tangible consumer benefits from the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Boards (PNGRB) recent overhaul of pipeline tariffs, with city gas operators starting to cut CNG and piped cooking gas (PNG) prices. While Think Gas has already announced reductions in CNG and domestic PNG prices across multiple states ahead of the new tariff regime taking effect on January 1 2026, other city gas operators are likely to announce rate [] The post Regulators path-breaking tariff reform spurs CNG, piped gas price cuts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
VE Commercial Vehicles gets Rs 192.36 cr demand from GST authority
NEW DELHI, Dec 30: Eicher Motors Ltd on Tuesday said its subsidiary VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd has received a GST demand of Rs 192.36 crore, along with a penalty, in a matter related to delay in reporting credit notes for the financial year 2017-18 . In July this year VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd (VECV) received Show Cause Notice (SCN) from the Commissioner, CGST & Central Excise, Ujjain Commissionerate, Madhya Pradesh alleging contraventions of the provisions of CGST Act, 2017 [] The post VE Commercial Vehicles gets Rs 192.36 cr demand from GST authority appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Tata Power Renewable Energy commissions 1 GW solar projects for SJVN
NEW DELHI, Dec 30: Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd (TPREL) has commissioned 1 GW of solar project for state-owned SJVN, parent Tata Power said on Tuesday. The capacity has been allocated to key state utilities 500 MW to Rajasthan Urja Vikas and IT Services Ltd (RUVITL), 300 MW to Jammu & Kashmir Power Ltd (JKPL), and 200 MW to Uttarakhand Power Corporation Ltd (UPCL), Tata Power said in a statement. TPREL has successfully commissioned SJVN Ltds landmark 1 [] The post Tata Power Renewable Energy commissions 1 GW solar projects for SJVN appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
TVS Motor launches 2026 edition of PETRONAS TVS India Make Championship programme
CHENNAI, Dec 30: Two and three wheeler manufacturer TVS Motor company has launched the 2026 season of PETRONAS TVS India One Make Championship Training and Selection programme scheduled to commence from January 17. The 2026 season assumes significance as TVS Apache marks 20 years of racing-derived performance engineering. Since 1994, the TVS India One Make Championship has trained over 3,000 riders forming the backbone of Indias modern motorsports ecosystem, a company statement here said on Tuesday. The nationwide selection trials [] The post TVS Motor launches 2026 edition of PETRONAS TVS India Make Championship programme appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Two Children Killed, One Injured In Tractor Accident In North Kashmir
SRINAGAR: A tragic road accident in the Taad area of Tangdhar in north Kashmirs Kupwara district on Tuesday claimed the lives of two children, while another minor sustained injuries, officials said. Official sources said that a tractor bearing registration number JK09B-4871 met with an accident at Qureshi Mohalla, Taad. The tractor was being driven by []
SC Issues SOP For Improving Court Management, Early Delivery Of Justice
NEW DELHI, Dec 30: The Supreme Court has issued a standard operating procedure prescribing timelines for advancing arguments and written notes by lawyers appearing before it. The step is aimed at improving court management and expediting the delivery of justice. Chief Justice Surya Kant and the other apex court judges came out with a circular on Monday prescribing an SOP for adhering to timelines for submission of oral arguments in all cases. The SOP, which comes into force with [] The post SC Issues SOP For Improving Court Management, Early Delivery Of Justice appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Two Minors Killed, Another Injured in Tractor Accident in Karnah
Kupwara: Two minor children were killed and another was injured after a tractor struck them at Taad village in the Karnah area of Kupwara district on Tuesday. Officials said that the incident involved a tractor bearing registration number JK09B 4871. The vehicle was being driven by a local resident, they said. Residents present at []
Sri Lankan judges visit India for capacity-building programme
COLOMBO, Dec 30: Twenty Sri Lankan High Court judges visited India to attend a knowledge exchange and capacity-building programme, the Indian mission here said on Tuesday. The programme took place at the Indian National Judicial Academy, Bhopal from December 15 to 19, according to a statement by the Indian High Commission. It comprised nine thematic sessions covering key areas of judicial functioning. These included judicial decision-making and appellate review; use of technology and digital transformation in courts; cybercrime and [] The post Sri Lankan judges visit India for capacity-building programme appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Russias nuclear-capable Oreshnik missiles entered active service, Moscow says
MOSCOW, Dec 30: Russias nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile system has entered active service, Russias Ministry of Defence said Tuesday, as negotiators continue to search for a breakthrough in peace talks to end Moscows war in Ukraine. Troops held a brief ceremony to mark the occasion in neighbouring Belarus where the missiles have been deployed, the ministry said. It did not say how many missiles had been deployed or give any other details. Russian President Vladimir Putin said earlier in December [] The post Russias nuclear-capable Oreshnik missiles entered active service, Moscow says appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Zias funeral to be held on Wednesday; Bdesh announces 3-day state mourning
DHAKA:Khaleda Zias funeral will be held on Wednesday, as Bangladesh Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus on Tuesday announced a three-day state mourning and a one-day general holiday following the death of the former prime minister. In a televised address to the nation, Yunus urged people to maintain discipline and order during the funeral prayers and the []
Mamata Abetting Infiltration For Poll Benefits; Bengals Demography Changed, Alleges Shah
KOLKATA, Dec 30: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday accused the Mamata Banerjee-led West Bengal government of facilitating infiltration of Bangladeshis for electoral gains, alleging that the practice has dangerously changed the states demography over the past few years. Addressing a press conference here, Shah said infiltration has become a major concern among the [] The post Mamata Abetting Infiltration For Poll Benefits; Bengals Demography Changed, Alleges Shah appeared first on Northlines .
