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J&K Geology & Mining Dept Suspends Nine Mineral Dealer Licences For Violations
Jammu, Mar 13: The Directorate of Geology and Mining, Jammu and Kashmir, has suspended several Mineral Dealer Licences (MDLs) across the Union Territory over alleged violations of licence conditions under the Minor Mineral Concession Rules. According to an order issued by Director Geology and Mining S.P. Rukwal, KAS, the action has been taken following reports of non-compliance submitted by the committee constituted to monitor and regulate Mineral Dealer Licences in the Jammu division. The order states that the licences were [] The post J&K Geology & Mining Dept Suspends Nine Mineral Dealer Licences For Violations appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Missile Strikes Helipad Inside US Embassy Compound In Baghdad
Baghdad, Mar 14: A missile struck a helipad inside the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, two security officials said. The projectile landed within the embassys boundaries after the Green Zone, the heavily fortified district in central Baghdad that houses Iraqi government institutions and foreign embassies, added the security officials, who spoke on the condition of anonymity as they are not authorized to speak with the press. Video obtained by The Associated Press showed smoke billowing from inside the compound. (AP) The post Missile Strikes Helipad Inside US Embassy Compound In Baghdad appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Trump Threatens Irans Oil Infrastructure After US Bombs Island Military Sites
Dubai, Mar 14: President Donald Trump said US forces on Friday obliterated targets on Irans Kharg Island, which is home to the primary terminal that handles the countrys oil exports. The speaker of the Iranian Parliament had warned that such strikes would provoke a new level of retaliation. Meanwhile, an American official said 2,500 more Marines and an amphibious assault ship are being sent to the Middle East nearly two weeks into the war with the Islamic Republic. Iran has [] The post Trump Threatens Irans Oil Infrastructure After US Bombs Island Military Sites appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir Pays Among Lowest Top-Ups to Anganwadi Workers
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir provides one of the lowest additional honorariums to Anganwadi workers in the country, according to data placed in the Lok Sabha by the Ministry of Women and Child Development. The figures show that the Union Territory pays an additional Rs. 600 per month to Anganwadi workers and Rs.300 to Anganwadi helpers, []
Massive Search Operation In J&Ks Samba After Pak Drone Spotted
JAMMU, Mar 14: A massive search operation was launched by security forces on Saturday in several forward villages of Jammu and Kashmirs Samba district after a Pakistani drone crossed the International Border and entered the Indian territory, officials said. The enemy drone movement was noticed for a few minutes over the villages of Kandral, Abtal and Bahadurpur in Ramgarh sector late Friday night, officials said. They said the area was kept under strict surveillance and a massive search operation was [] The post Massive Search Operation In J&Ks Samba After Pak Drone Spotted appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Massive search operation in Jammu Kashmir after Pakistan drone spotted
Jammu: A massive search operation was launched by security forces on Saturday, March 14, in several forward villages of Jammu and Kashmirs Samba district after a Pakistani drone crossed the International Border and entered the Indian territory, officials said. The enemy drone movement was noticed for a few minutes over the villages of Kandral, Abtal 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 .
Kashmir: 3 accused of harbouring terrorists who killed BJP leader acquitted
A court in Jammu and Kashmirs Bandipora district has acquitted three persons accused of harbouring terrorists who killed a BJP leader and his two family members five years ago. District and sessions judge Mir Wajah, who is also the special judge designated under the National Investigation Agency (NIA), acquitted the three accused after holding that 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 .
Iran about to surrender: Trump tells G7 leaders
WASHINGTON:US President Donald Trump has told G7 leaders that Iran is about to surrender, claiming success in Operation Epic Fury, a media report said on Friday. Trump made the claim on Wednesday during a virtual meeting of the G7 leaders amid growing concerns about the economic fallout of the war with Iran, Axios reported. I []
Trump says US forces destroyed military targets on Iranian island that handles oil exports
DUBAI: President Donald Trump said Friday that US forces have obliterated military targets on Irans Kharg Island and warned that the oil infrastructure there could be next. The small island in the Persian Gulf is the primary terminal through which Irans oil exports pass. Trump announced the action in a social media post as he []
AESL signs MoU with BSF and Indian Army to support personnel and their families
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 13: In order to support the welfare of Army personnel and their families, Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the BSF (Border Security Force) and Indian Army, here today. In accordance with the MoU, Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL) will provide linked scholarships, based on terms of service to its eligible personnel and dependents enrolling in an AESL centre in India. For BSF Personnel and familes, the scholarship support Includes, [] The post AESL signs MoU with BSF and Indian Army to support personnel and their families appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NHPC conferred with CII HR Excellence Award for 2025-26
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 13: NHPC, a Navratna enterprise was today conferred with CII HR Excellence Award for 2025-26 in acknowledgement to its Significant Achievement in HR Excellence. The Award was received by a team of NHPC officers lead by R T Nathan, ED (HR) and Anish Gouraha, ED-Salal Power Station during the 16th CII National HR Excellence Award Confluence 2025-26 held at Mumbai. CII HR Excellence Award is Industrys most coveted and prestigious HR Award which attaches great Value [] The post NHPC conferred with CII HR Excellence Award for 2025-26 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ICAI J&K Branch delegation calls on IT (Exemptions) Commr in Chandigarh
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 13: A delegation of the Managing Committee of the Jammu and Kashmir Branch of the Northern India Regional Council (NIRC) of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India today called on Commissioner of Income Tax (Exemptions) Jaishree Sharma at her office in Chandigarh during a courtesy visit. The delegation was led by Chairman Amit Gupta and included Vice Chairman Jatin Malhotra, Treasurer Ayush Mahajan, Immediate Past Chairman Sourav Pargal and Executive Member Ayush Sawhney. During the [] The post ICAI J&K Branch delegation calls on IT (Exemptions) Commr in Chandigarh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Balkrishna inaugurates Zebrafish-Drosophila Research Lab
Excelsior Correspondent HARIDWAR, Mar 13: A state-of-the-art Zebrafish and Drosophila Research Laboratory was inaugurated here today at Patanjali Research Foundation by renowned scientist Acharya Balkrishna. Senior scientists, researchers and representatives from various departments of the organisation were also present on this occasion. Owing to their genetic resemblance to humans, Zebrafish and Drosophila have become prominent model organisms in biomedical investigations. Speaking on this occasion, Acharya Balkrishna emphasised that Indias ancient Ayurvedic tradition holds a vast reservoir of knowledge, which must [] The post Balkrishna inaugurates Zebrafish-Drosophila Research Lab appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Powering Resilience: Indias Long-Term Energy Strategy
Excelsior Correspondent Operation Epic Fury has had an impact of epic proportions on world energy prices, sending crude oil prices skyrocketing to $120 per barrel just a few days ago. Since then, prices have remained volatile, keeping the entire energy market on edge. At the centre of global concern lies the Strait of Hormuz, the worlds most critical chokepoint, through which nearly one-fifth of global crude oil passes. The Strait of Hormuz matters significantly for Indias energy supplies, but things [] The post Powering Resilience: Indias Long-Term Energy Strategy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mathematics in Music: An Interdisciplinary Bridge
Prof. Raj Shree Dhar dharrajshree@gmail.com It is often said that mathematics is the language of the universe and music is the language of the soul. At first glance, they seem to belong to different realms-one analytical and exact, the other expressive and emotional. Yet, when we look deeply, we discover that music is structured vibration, and mathematics is structured reasoning. Both are patterns. Both are order. Both seek harmony. Music begins with vibration. When a string vibrates, it produces sound [] The post Mathematics in Music: An Interdisciplinary Bridge appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Centre approves Rs 330.34 cr for J&K as additional financial assistance
Relief over and above funds released under SDRF Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 13: The Central Government today approved Rs 1,912.99 crore as additional financial assistance to five states and the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir affected by flash floods, cloudbursts, landslides and cyclone Montha in 2025. Jammu and Kashmir has been given Rs 330.34 crore, much more than Chhatisgarh, Himachal Pradesh and Nagaland. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Jammu and Kashmir mainly the Jammu region was rocked [] The post Centre approves Rs 330.34 cr for J&K as additional financial assistance appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sounds of bombs, gunfire thing of past, BJP ensured lasting peace in NE: PM
Cong signed accords for selfish political interests GUWAHATI, Mar 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that sounds of bombs and gunfire are a thing of the past in the Northeast, and asserted that the BJP ensured long-lasting peace in the region, while the Congress, during its tenure, signed various accords for selfish political interests. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Addressing a public meeting in Assams Kokrajhar district virtually from Guwahati after rain disrupted his travel schedule, [] The post Sounds of bombs, gunfire thing of past, BJP ensured lasting peace in NE: PM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cabinet clears 18 pc increase in transport fares; hike in allowances of Ministers, MLAs, others
46 posts for GMC-J, 90 for GMC-S raise eyebrows; BJP silent Promotion of two officers gets nod Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Mar 13: The Omar Abdullah Cabinet today cleared significant decisions proposing hike in allowance of Ministers, Speaker/Deputy Speaker, Leader of Opposition (LoP) and MLAs and increasing fares of passenger commercial vehicles by 18 percent. However, the decision to increase 136 faculty posts with just 46 in GMC Jammu as against 90 in the GMC Srinagar has raised eyebrows among the [] The post Cabinet clears 18 pc increase in transport fares; hike in allowances of Ministers, MLAs, others appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Widening of roads in J&K destroying Himalayas, bringing disasters: Karan Singh
Attack on Farooq is security lapse, needs thorough probe Nishikant Khajuria JAMMU, Mar 13: Former Sadar-e-Riyast Dr Karan Singh has alleged that work on widening and four-laning of roads in Jammu Kashmir was destroying Himalayas bringing disasters to the region. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Talking to media persons on the sidelines of Jammu Tawi Festival, here today, Dr Karan Singh said that he had written a letter to Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for Road Transport to spare [] The post Widening of roads in J&K destroying Himalayas, bringing disasters: Karan Singh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Abhishek Sharma pays obeisance at Mata Vaishno Devi shrine after T20 WC triumph
Excelsior Sports Correspondent REASI, Mar 13: Following Indias victory in the T20 World Cup, star opener Abhishek Sharma paid a visit to the revered Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Cave Shrine in Trikuta Hills, Katra, Reasi district on Friday. Several videos showing the cricketer walking on foot, taking a battery car ride and interacting with people en route the cave shrine surfaced on social media. Dressed in a white kurta-pyjama, he was seen standing on the pilgrimage route with folded hands [] The post Abhishek Sharma pays obeisance at Mata Vaishno Devi shrine after T20 WC triumph appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Preserve Jammus rich heritage, connect new generation to their roots: LG
Calls upon youth to serve literature, culture Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Mar 13: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday urged the practitioners of literature and arts to preserve Jammu divisions rich heritage, promote its legacy, and connect the new generation to their roots. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Jammus traditions in literature, culture, and spirituality have taught us to rise above divisions of caste, creed, and artificial boundaries. The values embedded in our culture embody an ideology that places [] The post Preserve Jammus rich heritage, connect new generation to their roots: LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Societys active role crucial for empowerment of divyangjans for Viksit Bharat: President Murmu
NEW DELHI, Mar 13 : President Droupadi Murmu on Friday called for the active involvement of society in the empowerment of persons with disabilities, saying it is important to ensure their equal participation in achieving the goal of Viksit Bharat. Addressing the Purple Fest at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, Murmu said any country or society is not known only by what it has done for those who are capable, but also by how sensitive it is towards the deprived and disadvantaged [] The post Societys active role crucial for empowerment of divyangjans for Viksit Bharat: President Murmu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
China to provide USD 200,000 for victims of bomb attack on Iranian school
BEIJING, Mar 13: China on Friday said it will provide USD 200,000 in emergency humanitarian assistance to the students killed in an airstrike on an elementary school in Iran in the ongoing joint US-Israel attacks on the country. China expresses deep condolences regarding the deaths of students in the recent attack on an Iranian elementary school and extends sincere sympathies to their families, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said at a media briefing here. Red Cross Society of China [] The post China to provide USD 200,000 for victims of bomb attack on Iranian school appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BJP holds day-long organisational meeting to strengthen party structure
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 13: To review party activities and further strengthen the organisational structure across the Union Territory, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) held a day-long organisational meeting, here today. The meeting was chaired by J&K BJP president and Member of Parliament Sat Sharma and was chiefly addressed by BJP General Secretary (Organisation) Ashok Koul and senior BJP leader Shrikant Sharma. Member of Parliament Jugal Kishore Sharma and former deputy Chief Minister Nirmal Singh also addressed the meeting, while BJP [] The post BJP holds day-long organisational meeting to strengthen party structure appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India evaluating US Section 301 probe against 16 trading partners
NEW DELHI, Mar 13: India is evaluating the US announcement to initiate investigations under Section 301 against 16 trading partners, and will respond accordingly, an official said on Friday. The United States Trade Representative (USTR) on March 11 announced that it has initiated investigations against its 16 trading partners, including India, China, Japan, and the European Union (EU), to look into and address unfair foreign practices such as forced labour and overcapacity that are adversely affecting American manufacturing. The probe [] The post India evaluating US Section 301 probe against 16 trading partners appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Trump says Iranian supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei alive but likely damaged
WASHINGTON, Mar 13: US President Donald Trump said he believes Irans newly appointed supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is still alive but may have been injured during the early days of the war between Iran and the US-Israeli alliance. Speaking in an interview with Fox News, Trump said he believed Khamenei had survived but was likely wounded. I think he probably is alive. I think he is damaged, but I think hes probably alive in some form, he said. Mojtaba Khamenei [] The post Trump says Iranian supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei alive but likely damaged appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SAI to hold induction trials for STC Jammu from Mar 16
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 13: The Sports Authority of India (SAI) Training Centre Jammu, in collaboration with the Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council, will conduct induction trials for admission to its Sports Training Centre (STC) in multiple disciplines at the M A Stadium, Jammu on March 16 and 18. According to officials, the trials will be held for volleyball, basketball, badminton and wushu under residential and non-residential schemes. Volleyball and basketball (boys) will be conducted under the residential category, [] The post SAI to hold induction trials for STC Jammu from Mar 16 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
No separate NEET-PG reservation for Ladakh in AIQ: Centre *4% quota given in J&K since 2022
Govind Sharma JAMMU, Mar 13: The Union Government today said that there is no provision for any separate reservation for Ladakh in the All India Quota (AIQ) seats of NEET-PG, while clarifying that the Union Territory has been provided 4 per cent reservation in postgraduate medical seats of Jammu and Kashmir since 2022. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The information was given today by Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Anupriya Patel in a written reply [] The post No separate NEET-PG reservation for Ladakh in AIQ: Centre *4% quota given in J&K since 2022 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NC MPs meet Prez Murmu, seek restoration of statehood
Protection of job rights among other demands Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Mar 13: National Conference MPs in the Rajya Sabha on Friday met President Droupadi Murmu here and submitted a memorandum, seeking early restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, and flagging issues such as land and job rights, hydropower projects and unemployment. MPs Chowdry Mohammad Ramzan, Sajjad Ahmed Kichloo and Shammi Oberoi called on the President at the Rashtrapati Bhavan and submitted a memorandum raising a range of issues [] The post NC MPs meet Prez Murmu, seek restoration of statehood appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SKIMS revamps Cancer Consortium to strengthen research
Irfan Tramboo SRINAGAR, Mar 13: The Sher-e-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Soura, has reconstituted the Cancer Consortium for the State Cancer Institute (SCI) in view of the rising burden of cancer and the need to strengthen multidisciplinary cancer care, research and public awareness in J&K. According to a communication issued in this regard by SKIMS Director Prof. Mohd Ashraf Ganie, the decision was taken to enhance coordinated efforts in cancer diagnosis, treatment, research and preventive initiatives. The Cancer Consortium [] The post SKIMS revamps Cancer Consortium to strengthen research appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
AIIMS Jammu performs complex surgery on patient with large adrenal tumor
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 13: The Department of Surgical Oncology at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Jammu has successfully performed a highly complex surgery on a patient with a large left adrenal tumor, marking a major milestone in the institutes journey toward advanced cancer care. The patient, who had initially been diagnosed outside AIIMS Jammu with non-specific complaints and imaging suggestive of a left adrenal tumor, had sought treatment at multiple centres before reaching the institute. At AIIMS [] The post AIIMS Jammu performs complex surgery on patient with large adrenal tumor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Nurturing Future Leadership Program concludes at IIM Jammu
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 13: The Indian Institute of Management Jammu concluded the Nurturing Future Leadership Program (NFLP) Batch 17, conducted under the aegis of the Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme, with a valedictory ceremony held at Jagti Campus. Prof. Jabir Ali, Dean, Faculty and Research, IIM Jammu presided over the valedictory ceremony, which was graced by the Programme directors, Prof Prashant Mishra, and Dr Ateeque Shaikh. The five-day programme held from 9th to 13th March 2026 brought together [] The post Nurturing Future Leadership Program concludes at IIM Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BSNL pensioners welfare reviewed in Ganderbal
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 13: Senior officials of the Controller of Communication Accounts (CCA) undertook a visit to Ganderbal to interact with pensioners of Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) and review their welfare while assessing issues faced by them in the region. During the visit, Ashish Joshi, Principal Controller of Communication Accounts (Pr CCA), North Zone, accompanied by Raj Karan Verma, Controller of Communication Accounts (CCA) J&K and Amanullah Tak, Joint CCA J&K, visited the homes of several BSNL pensioners [] The post BSNL pensioners welfare reviewed in Ganderbal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
West-Iea cant Dictate Energy Policy Diesel still vital for india
shivaji sarkar Indias energy policy cannot be dictated by Euro-centric carbon targets designed for wealthy, post-industrial economies. The recent conflict involving Iran and US-Israel has already exposed Indias energy vulnerability. Anticipating possible supply disruptions, the government advised petroleum companies to halt exports of refined fuels, cut supplies to industry and ensure LPG availability for households. The move highlights an uncomfortable question: how long can India keep its kitchens burning and its trucks moving if global supplies are disrupted? The answer [] The post West-Iea cant Dictate Energy Policy Diesel still vital for india appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Grant ownership rights to cultivating farmers: BSP
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 13: J&K unit of Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), has strongly demanded that farmers who have been cultivating land for many years must be granted ownership rights without further delay. In a statement issued today, Darshan Rana, president of the unit said that many families displaced during the wars of 1947, 1965 and 1971 were allotted land for cultivation. These families have been continuously cultivating the land for decades and have made it productive through their hard [] The post Grant ownership rights to cultivating farmers: BSP appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Drug peddler held with heroin-like substance from Tallab Tillo area
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 13: An alleged drug peddler was arrested with 8 grams of heroin-like substance from Tallab Tillo area here today, officials said. Satyam Kumar of Hajuri Bagh, Colonel Colony, Jammu, was arrested from Kabir Colony area with the consignment during a joint patrolling operation of Police Post Tallab Tillo and District Special Branch Jammu, they said. According to them, the accused has been accordingly booked in case FIR number 47/2026 under the relevant sections of the Narcotics [] The post Drug peddler held with heroin-like substance from Tallab Tillo area appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DC Kishtwar reviews progress under UT Capex
Excelsior Correspondent KISHTWAR, Mar 13: Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Pankaj Kumar Sharma today chaired a comprehensive review meeting through virtual mode to assess the progress of the developmental works being executed under the UT Capex Plan 2025-26 across the district. The Deputy Commissioner took a detailed review of the ongoing infrastructure projects aimed at strengthening administrative functioning and improving public service delivery across the district. The projects discussed included the construction of Tehsil Office Machail, Tehsil Office Mughal Maidan, SDM Office [] The post DC Kishtwar reviews progress under UT Capex appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jumaatul Vida: About 80,000 offer prayers at Hazratbal
Srinagar: Jumaatul Vida, the last Friday of the Muslim fasting month of Ramzan, was observed across Jammu and Kashmir as thousands of devotees thronged mosques and shrines for congregational prayers. The largest gathering for Jumaatul Vida prayers took place at Hazratbal Shrine on the banks of Dal Lake. Officials said an estimated 80,000 people offered []
Anjuman Auqaf, Mirwaiz condemn closure of Jamia Masjid
Srinagar: The Anjuman Auqaf Jama Masjid on Friday condemned the frequent closure of the historic mosque in Srinagars old city on Jumaatul Vida over the past seven years. The authorities once again locked the gates of the historic mosque from all sides and placed Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Moulvi Muhammad Umar Farooq under house arrest, preventing him from []
LG urges artists to preserve Jammus rich heritage
Inaugurates literary-cultural conclave at University of Jammu Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday urged the practitioners of literature and arts to preserve Jammu divisions rich heritage, promote its legacy, and connect the new generation to their roots. Jammus traditions in literature, culture, and spirituality have taught us to rise above divisions of caste, creed, []
LG condoles loss of lives in Doda accident
Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday expressed grief over the loss of lives in a tragic road accident in Doda district. The LG has conveyed his condolences to the family of Zulfikar Ali, Head Constable, J&K Police. Zulfikar Ali and his wife Rehana Begum succumbed to their injuries and died on the spot. The []
NC MPs meet President Murmu: Seek restoration of J&K statehood, protection of job rights
New Delhi: National Conference MPs in the Rajya Sabha on Friday met Droupadi Murmu here and submitted a memorandum, seeking early restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, and flagging issues such as land and job rights, hydropower projects and unemployment. MPs Chowdry Mohammad Ramzan, Sajjad Ahmed Kichloo and Shammi Oberoi called on the president []
No need for panic buying of LPG: Govt
Says domestic refineries operating at full capacity New Delhi: The government on Friday appealed to the people not to give credence to rumours and refrain from engaging in panic buying of LPG in the wake of the ongoing crisis in West Asia. The Petroleum and Natural Gas Ministry also clarified that India currently has a []
Cop, Wife killed as vehicle falls Into stream in Doda
Bhaderwah/Jammu, Mar 13: A head constable of the Jammu and Kashmir Police and his wife were killed, while their two children injured after their vehicle skidded off the road and plunged into a stream in Doda district on Friday, officials said. The accident occurred around 9 am when the four were on way to [] The post Cop, Wife killed as vehicle falls Into stream in Doda appeared first on Northlines .
Cricketer Abhishek Sharma pays obeisance at Mata Vaishno Devi
Katra, Mar 13: Cricketer Abhishek Sharma recently visited the famous Katra Vaishno Devi temple in Jammu, a few days after Team India clinched the ICCs Mens T20 World Cup 2026. On Friday, Abhishek took to Instagram and shared pictures from the shrine. Jai Mata di, he simply captioned the post. He could be seen standing [] The post Cricketer Abhishek Sharma pays obeisance at Mata Vaishno Devi appeared first on Northlines .
Cabinet approves 18 pc passenger fare hike
Approved enhanced allowances of Ministers, MLAs; 136 GMC faculty posts to be created Jammu Tawi, Mar 13:The Cabinet on Friday approved an 18 percent hike in fares for all passenger vehicles, sources disclosed. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a Cabinet meeting here this morning in which several important decisions were taken. The proposals cleared by [] The post Cabinet approves 18 pc passenger fare hike appeared first on Northlines .
JK Govt to overhaul rules for class IV jobs
Panel to revisit recruitment process; 12351 MTS,3808 gazetted, 24507 non-gazetted posts vacant Jammu Tawi, Mar 13:In a significant move, the Jammu and Kashmir Government has decided to review the rules governing the appointment of Class IV employees, commonly referred to as multi-tasking staff. To initiate the process, the government has constituted a high-level committee under [] The post JK Govt to overhaul rules for class IV jobs appeared first on Northlines .
Unspent CDF balances must be spent first: Govt
DCs told to furnish yearly balance details Jammu Tawi, Mar 13:The Jammu & Kashmir Government on Friday directed officers that the unspent Constituency Development Fund (CDF) balance from a preceding financial year shall be prioritised for utilization under the scheme in the next fiscal. Citing CDF scheme guidelines, which state that funds under the scheme [] The post Unspent CDF balances must be spent first: Govt appeared first on Northlines .
Vinai Saxena takes oath as 4th LG of Ladakh
Leh, Mar 13:Vinai Kumar Saxena on Friday took oath as the fourth Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh at a ceremony held in Leh. The oath of office and secrecy was administered by Arun Palli at the Arya Nagarjuna Auditorium of the Central Institute of Buddhist Studies in Choglamsar. Earlier, Chief Secretary Ashish [] The post Vinai Saxena takes oath as 4th LG of Ladakh appeared first on Northlines .
Dry weather till March 14, rain likely from 15: MeT
Jammu Tawi, Mar 13:Erratic weather conditions are likely to continue across Jammu and Kashmir till March 20, with spells of rain and snowfall expected at several places, the Meteorological Department said on Friday. According to the Meteorological Centre Srinagar, the Union Territory is expected to witness generally dry weather on March 13 and 14. From [] The post Dry weather till March 14, rain likely from 15: MeT appeared first on Northlines .
Two Hippopotamuses arrive safely at Jammu Zoo
Jammu Tawi, Mar 13:In yet another successful example of effective coordination between the Department of Wildlife Protection, Jammu & Kashmir, and the Indian Railways, two hippopotamuses transported from Chennai were safely received at Jammu Railway Station on Thursday before being shifted to the Jammu Zoo. According to a statement, the animals were transported in a [] The post Two Hippopotamuses arrive safely at Jammu Zoo appeared first on Northlines .
Ex-Jammu Kashmir DGP RR Swain Appointed OUSSSC Chairperson
SRINAGAR: The Government of Odisha has appointed former Rashmi Ranjan Swain as the first Chairperson of the Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission, a newly established body responsible for overseeing recruitment to the states uniformed services. The commission has been constituted to streamline and enhance transparency in the recruitment process for posts in the police, []
PM-KISAN Installment Released; Rs 84 Cr Credited to Jammu Farmers
SRINAGAR: The 22nd installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi was released on Friday by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with Rs 18,640 crore transferred directly to the bank accounts of over 9.32 crore farmers across the country under the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mechanism. The national event was held at the Jyoti-Bishnu International Cultural []
Former J&K DGP Rashmi Ranjan Swain Appointed First OUSSSC Chairman
Bhubaneswar, Mar 13: Former Director General of Police (DGP) of Jammu and Kashmir Rashmi Ranjan Swain, has been appointed as the Chairman of the Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission (OUSSSC). A 1991-batch IPS officer from Odisha, Swain who recently retired as DGP of Jammu and Kashmir in 2024, becomes the first Chairman of OUSSSC. A native of Rourkela, Swain had a distinguished career, serving as SSP in Jammu, Srinagar, Leh, Poonch, and Ramban districts. He also held key roles [] The post Former J&K DGP Rashmi Ranjan Swain Appointed First OUSSSC Chairman appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir Govt Allows DPR Contingency Funds for Forest, Structure Compensation
SRINAGAR: The Finance Department of the Jammu and Kashmir Government has permitted the use of contingency funds in Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for meeting expenses related to forest compensation, structure compensation and utility shifting in government projects. In a circular issued by Financial Commissioner (Additional Chief Secretary) Finance, the department said the decision has been []
Six US Air Force Crew Killed After Aircraft Goes Down in Iraq
SRINAGAR: All six crew members aboard a US Air Force KC-135 refuelling aircraft that went down in western Iraq have been confirmed dead, the US Central Command said on Friday. In a statement posted by the command, the aircraft was reported lost on March 12 while flying over friendly airspace during Operation Epic Fury. Officials []
Over 100 Children Killed In Israeli Strikes Since Start Of War, Lebanon Says
DUBAI, Mar 13: Israeli strikes have killed over 100 children in Lebanon since the latest fighting erupted between Israel and Hezbollah militants. Thats according to a toll released Friday by Lebanons Health Ministry. It says a total of 773 people have been killed during the latest conflict. Sixty-two women are among those killed, and over 1,900 people have been wounded, according to the ministry. (AP) The post Over 100 Children Killed In Israeli Strikes Since Start Of War, Lebanon Says appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rs 195.96 Cr Sanctioned Under MGNREGA for Rural Works, Staff Honorarium in Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: The Rural Development Department (RDD) and Panchayati Raj Department have sanctioned a total outlay of Rs 195.96 crore under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act to strengthen rural infrastructure development and ensure timely honorarium payments to programme staff across Jammu and Kashmir. According to Order No. 79-JK (RD and PR) of 2026, []
JAMMU, Mar 13: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Department, Javid Ahmad Dar, today attended the virtual event marking release of the 22nd instalment of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) from the Civil Secretariat here. The installment was released by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who transferred 18,640 crore directly into the bank accounts of 9.32 crore farmers across the country through Direct Benefit Transfer with a single click. In connection with the nationwide [] The post Javid Dar Attends Virtual Event For Release Of 22nd Instalment Of PM-KISAN; SKUAST-J Hosts UT Level Function appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Abhishek Sharma Pays Sacred Visit To Vaishno Devi Temple Post Winning T20 World Cup
Katra, Mar 13: Cricketer Abhishek Sharma recently visited the famous Katra Vaishno Devi temple in Jammu, a few days after Team India clinched the ICCs Mens T20 World Cup 2026. On Friday, Abhishek took to Instagram and shared pictures from the shrine. Jai Mata di, he simply captioned the post. He could be seen standing on the pilgrimage route with his hands folded, a tilak on his forehead, dressed in a white kurta-pyjama. Abhishek Sharma played a crucial role in [] The post Abhishek Sharma Pays Sacred Visit To Vaishno Devi Temple Post Winning T20 World Cup appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SBI Invites Youth for 13-Month Rural Fellowship Programme
SRINAGAR: SBI Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of the State Bank of India Group, has invited applications for the 14th edition of its flagship SBI Youth for India Fellowship, a 13-month rural development programme aimed at empowering young people to work with grassroots communities across the country. The fellowship is open to graduates and []
JKPSC Declares CCE-2024 Results, 90 Candidates Shortlisted for Medical Examination
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) on Friday declared the result of the Jammu and Kashmir Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2024, announcing that 340 candidates who appeared in the personality test have been declared successful, while 90 candidates have been recommended for medical examination as part of the final selection process. The []
Modi Govt is in a position to deal with current oil crisis due to Iran war
New Delhi has a number of options to arrange supply of petro products By Subrata Majumder With the outbreak of combined USA-Israel war against Iran, threats loomed large on oil price hike. It turns double whammy, combined with Trumps tariff war. It raised a new era of global political and economic conflict, which [] The post Modi Govt is in a position to deal with current oil crisis due to Iran war appeared first on Northlines .
Trump is continuously giving misleading picture on Hormuz strait creating confusion
Oil prices may shoot up to sky high if the supply line in Gulf is not restored By Anjan Roy As in any war, conflicting narratives are emerging in Iran war and it is becoming increasingly difficult to get at what is happening on the ground. These have become all the more real as [] The post Trump is continuously giving misleading picture on Hormuz strait creating confusion appeared first on Northlines .
U.S. Govt is making a mockery of India-US trade relations at this war time
By including India under section 301 investigation, new issues may block deal By T N Ashok NEW YORK: In the fraught geometry of global trade, pressure rarely disappears; it merely changes form. That is precisely what appears to be unfolding in Washington. With punitive tariffs increasingly constrained by legal challenges and geopolitical complications, the [] The post U.S. Govt is making a mockery of India-US trade relations at this war time appeared first on Northlines .
Jammu Kashmir Finance Dept Issues Fresh Directions on Utilisation of CDF Funds
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Finance Department has directed all District Development Commissioners (DDCs) to strictly follow guidelines governing the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) Scheme, particularly with regard to the utilisation and management of unspent funds. In an official communication, the department referred to Government Order No. 76-FD of 2025 dated March 10, 2025, which []
J&K Media Policy 2026: Balancing Print and Digital Regulation with Constitutional Rights
By Shaleen Mahajan The digital revolution has fundamentally transformed how information is produced, circulated and consumed. Online news portals, social media platforms and independent content creators now play a central role in shaping public discourse. This transformation has democratized access to information, enabling citizens to participate more actively in political debates, social movements and governance [] The post J&K Media Policy 2026: Balancing Print and Digital Regulation with Constitutional Rights appeared first on Northlines .
JKPSC Declares CCE-2024 Results, 90 Shortlisted For Medical Examination
JKPSC has declared the final results of CCE (JKAS)-2024. 90 candidates have been shortlisted for the Medical Examination for CCE (JKAS)-2024. See Result Click Here.. The post JKPSC Declares CCE-2024 Results, 90 Shortlisted For Medical Examination appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Strengthening communal harmony across national horizon
By Puran Chand Sharma In this twilight hour, India is well poised towards being a briskly rising nation and transform sooner into a fully developed country. The leadership of the times do have the needed capability and manoeuvrability to take the challenges head-on to ensure social cohesion, mutual understanding, tolerance and impactful harmony. India, often [] The post Strengthening communal harmony across national horizon appeared first on Northlines .
Smart City Mission stands closed in J&K
Authorities to approach Centre for continuation of works under various centrally sponsored schemes Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Mar 12: The Smart City Mission in the Union Territory (UT) of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) has been closed and now there will be no more funding from the Government of India (GoI) under the mission in J&K, [] The post Smart City Mission stands closed in J&K appeared first on Northlines .
Farooq Abdullah Attack: MHA To Review VIP Security Measures
New Delhi, Mar 13: The Union home ministry will undertake a comprehensive security audit of all VIPs under the central security cover in the wake of the assassination bid on former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah, officials said on Friday. The decision to hold the review next week was taken in a meeting chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, National Security Adviser Ajit Doval, Home Secretary Govind Mohan, Intelligence Bureau (IB) Director Tapan Deka and senior officials [] The post Farooq Abdullah Attack: MHA To Review VIP Security Measures appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
HED Assigns Additional Charges To Six Principals
JAMMU, Mar 13: The Higher Education Department (HED) of the Jammu and Kashmir Government has assigned additional charge of six educational institutions to as many Principals. The post HED Assigns Additional Charges To Six Principals appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
2 Indians Killed, 10 Injured In Drone Attack On Omans Industrial Hub Of Sohar
New Delhi, Mar 13: Two Indian nationals were killed and 10 others injured in a drone strike in Omans Sohar city on Friday that marked the first Indian fatalities on land since the Iran-US conflict erupted on February 28. Joint secretary (Gulf) in the Ministry of External Affairs Aseem Mahajan confirmed the killing of the two Indians in Oman at an inter-ministerial media briefing on the crisis in West Asia. He also said that 150,000 Indian nationals have returned to [] The post 2 Indians Killed, 10 Injured In Drone Attack On Omans Industrial Hub Of Sohar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Hope West Asia Conflict Ends Soon: NC President
SRINAGAR: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Friday raised concern over the ongoing conflict in West Asia, stating that the closure of the Strait of Hormuz has led to shortages of fuel and cooking gas in local markets. Speaking to reporters after offering Jumat-ul-Vida prayers at the Hazratbal Shrine, the former Jammu and Kashmir chief []
J&K NC MPs Call On President Murmu, Highlight Issues Concerning UT
NEW DELHI, Mar 13: Parliament members of the ruling National Conference (NC) called on President Droupadi Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhawan in New Delhi on Friday and submitted a memorandum highlighting issues concerning Jammu and Kashmir. A statement issued by the NC said that members of Parliament from the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference in the Rajya Sabha Chowdry Ramzan, Sajjad Ahmed Kichloo and Shammi Oberoi on Friday called on President Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan and submitted a [] The post J&K NC MPs Call On President Murmu, Highlight Issues Concerning UT appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Railways Ferry Two Hippopotamuses From Chennai To Jammu Zoo
Jammu, Mar 13: The Indian Railways on Friday undertook a rare wildlife logistics operation by transporting two hippopotamuses from Chennai to Jammu, from where they were shifted to their new enclosure at the Jambu Zoo on the outskirts of the city. Officials said the animals were brought from Chennai Central to Jammu Railway Station in a special parcel coach attached to the Andaman Express train. The journey of approximately 2,804 kilometres was completed in about 51 hours, significantly faster than [] The post Railways Ferry Two Hippopotamuses From Chennai To Jammu Zoo appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vinai Kumar Saxena takes oath as 4th L-G of UT Ladakh
Leh, March 13: Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena today took oath as the 4th Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh at a ceremony held at the Arya Nagarjuna Auditorium of the Central Institute of Buddhist Studies (CIBS) in Choglamsar.The oath of office and secrecy was administered by the Honble Chief Justice of the High [] The post Vinai Kumar Saxena takes oath as 4th L-G of UT Ladakh appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
J&K Govt Allows Use Of DPR Contingency Funds For Forest Compensation, Utility Shifting
JAMMU, March 13: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has allowed the use of contingency funds provided in Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for payment of forest or structure compensation and for shifting of utilities in development projects. See Circular Click Here.. The post J&K Govt Allows Use Of DPR Contingency Funds For Forest Compensation, Utility Shifting appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Fake Currency Racket Busted In J&Ks Shopian, Three Held
Srinagar, Mar 13: The police in Jammu and Kashmirs Shopian district said on Friday that it has cracked a fake currency racket and three persons have been detained in this connection. A police statement said, The police in Shopian district have busted a fake currency circulation racket and recovered counterfeit notes worth Rs 79,000 following a complaint lodged by a local shopkeeper. The action led to the arrest of three persons involved in circulating fake currency notes in the area [] The post Fake Currency Racket Busted In J&Ks Shopian, Three Held appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vinai Kumar Saxena Takes Oath As 4th LG Of Ladakh, Calls It Crown Of India
Leh/Jammu, March 13: Vinai Kumar Saxena on Friday took oath as the Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, eight days after President Droupadi Murmu appointed him to the constitutional post. Saxena, who succeeds Kavinder Gupta, was administered the oath of office and secrecy by Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, Justice Arun Palli, at a ceremony held at the Arya Nagarjuna Auditorium of the Central Institute of Buddhist Studies in Choglamsar, an [] The post Vinai Kumar Saxena Takes Oath As 4th LG Of Ladakh, Calls It Crown Of India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NXT Summit 2026 | Future Belongs To Genomics Driven Personalised Medical Prescriptions: Dr Jitendra
NEW DELHI, Mar 13 : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences and Minister of State in PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space Dr. Jitendra Singh today said that India is entering a transformative era of personalised and precision medicine powered by genomics, artificial intelligence, and advanced biotechnology, which will enable early detection of diseases and targeted treatment even before symptoms appear. Addressing the NXT Summit 2026- For All Humankind, the Minister [] The post NXT Summit 2026 | Future Belongs To Genomics Driven Personalised Medical Prescriptions: Dr Jitendra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt Ensures Uninterrupted LPG Supply To Households, Says No Need For Panic Booking
NEW DELHI, Mar 13: The government on Friday said uninterrupted LPG supply to households has been ensured, and there is no need for panic booking for cylinders. Briefing the media, Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, said the domestic production of LPG has already increased by 30 per cent since March 5. There is no need for panic booking, and there has been no dry out at any LPG dealer, Sharma added. LPG bookings [] The post Govt Ensures Uninterrupted LPG Supply To Households, Says No Need For Panic Booking appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jumaatul Vida In Kashmir: About 80,000 Offer Prayers At Hazratbal, Say Officials
Srinagar, Mar 13: Jumaatul Vida, the last Friday of the Muslim fasting month of Ramzan, was observed across Jammu and Kashmir as thousands of devotees thronged mosques and shrines for congregational prayers. The largest gathering for Jumaatul Vida prayers took place at Hazratbal Shrine on the banks of Dal Lake. Officials said an estimated 80,000 people offered prayers there. Among the notable persons to offer prayers at Hazratbal was former chief minister Farooq Abdullah. Large gatherings at Alvida prayers were [] The post Jumaatul Vida In Kashmir: About 80,000 Offer Prayers At Hazratbal, Say Officials appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BJP Ensured Lasting Peace, Cong Signed Various Accords For Selfish Politcial Interests: PM
Guwahati, Mar 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that sounds of bombs and gunfire are a thing of the past in the Northeast, and asserted that the BJP ensured long-lasting peace in the region, while the Congress, during its tenure, signed various accords for selfish political interests. Addressing a public meeting in Assams Kokrajhar district virtually from Guwahati after rain disrupted his travel schedule, Modi said the state was writing a new chapter of peace and development under [] The post BJP Ensured Lasting Peace, Cong Signed Various Accords For Selfish Politcial Interests: PM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J-K: Northern Army Commander visits Basantgarh, reviews counter-terror ops
JAMMU:The Northern Army Commander, Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma, on Friday visited the Basantgarh hills in Jammu and Kashmirs Udhampur district to review the prevailing security situation and ongoing counter-terrorist operations in the militancy-affected mountainous belt. During the visit, the Army commander was also briefed on the intelligence grid and enhanced security measures in the region. []
NATO air defences intercept third ballistic missile over Turkiye since start of Iran war
ISTANBUL, Mar 13: NATO defences on Friday intercepted a ballistic missile fired from Iran over Turkiye, the Defense Ministry said. It marked the third such incident since the start of the Iran war. Turkiyes Defence Ministry said the missile was destroyed by NATO air defences deployed in the eastern Mediterranean. Residents in the southern city of Adana reported hearing a loud explosion and sirens sounding at Incirlik Air Base, which is used by US forces, in the early hours of [] The post NATO air defences intercept third ballistic missile over Turkiye since start of Iran war appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K | Northern Army Commander Visits Basantgarh, Reviews Counter-Terror Ops
Jammu, Mar 13: The Northern Army Commander, Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma, on Friday visited the Basantgarh hills in Jammu and Kashmirs Udhampur district to review the prevailing security situation and ongoing counter-terrorist operations in the militancy-affected mountainous belt. During the visit, the Army commander was also briefed on the intelligence grid and enhanced security measures in the region. Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Army Commander, Northern Command, visited Basantgarh to review the prevailing security situation and ongoing counter-terrorist operations, Northern Command [] The post J&K | Northern Army Commander Visits Basantgarh, Reviews Counter-Terror Ops appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu, Mar 13: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor (L-G) Manoj Sinha, on Friday, urged the practitioners of literature and arts to preserve the Jammu divisions rich heritage, promote its legacy, and connect the new generation to their roots. Jammus traditions in literature, culture, and spirituality have taught us to rise above divisions of caste, creed, and artificial boundaries. The values embedded in our culture embody an ideology that places humanity above all, the L-G said. He was speaking at the [] The post LG Sinha Urges Literature Practitioners & Artists To Preserve Jammus Rich Heritage For New Generation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Over 4,700 Jammu Kashmir Pilgrims to Perform Hajj; First Batch Departs April 18
SRINAGAR: Around 4,717 pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir will perform the annual Hajj pilgrimage this year, with the first batch scheduled to depart from Srinagar on April 18, officials said. Authorities said special Hajj flights carrying pilgrims from the region will operate from Srinagar International Airport between April 18 and April 28 to facilitate their []
