Reliance Retail Acquires Priyanka Chopra Jonass Haircare Brand Anomaly
MUMBAI, Apr 30: Reliance Retail Limited (RRL) announced on Thursday the acquisition of Anomaly, the global haircare brand founded by actor and entrepreneur Priyanka Chopra Jonas. According to Reliance Retail, the transaction includes the full purchase of the brands trademarks, brand assets, and digital properties. This acquisition marks a formal expansion of the beauty portfolio managed by Reliance Retail. The company intends to scale the vegan haircare label through its extensive physical retail network and omnichannel platforms, such as the [] The post Reliance Retail Acquires Priyanka Chopra Jonass Haircare Brand Anomaly appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar Abdullah Inaugurates 368 Residential Units For Government Employees At Sempora, Pampore
PAMPORE, May 1: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated 368 newly constructed residential quarters for government employees at Sempora in Pampore, developed across 23 blocks at an estimated cost of 90.65 crore. Constructed by the Estates Department, the project marks the completion of a major residential infrastructure initiative aimed at strengthening government housing facilities in the Kashmir Valley. It forms part of the governments push to enhance employee welfare by providing modern, well-equipped residential spaces. Advisor to the Chief Minister [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Inaugurates 368 Residential Units For Government Employees At Sempora, Pampore appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Congress to launch campaign to expose BJPs attempt to mislead women: Pilot
RAIPUR, May 1: Congress leader Sachin Pilot on Friday said his party will launch a door-to-door campaign and organise a protest in Chhattisgarh to expose the BJPs attempt to mislead women on the reservation issue. Speaking to reporters at the state Congress office here after chairing meetings with party MLAs and newly appointed district and block unit presidents, Pilot, AICC in-charge for Chhattisgarh, alleged that Thursdays special session of the state assembly was aimed at giving effect to hypocrisy and [] The post Congress to launch campaign to expose BJPs attempt to mislead women: Pilot appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu: Bridge Collapse Near Bantalab Petrol Pump, Several Feared Dead
Jammu, May 1: Several persons are feared dead after a bridge collapsed near a petrol pump in the Bantalab area of Jammu on Friday, officials said. Initial reports indicated that four to five persons may have lost their lives in the incident, though there was no official confirmation of casualties at the time of filing this report. Eyewitnesses said the structure suddenly gave way, trapping people under debris and triggering panic in the area. Rescue teams, assisted by machinery, were [] The post Jammu: Bridge Collapse Near Bantalab Petrol Pump, Several Feared Dead appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cultural Etiquette: Choosing the Right Mens Ethnic Attire for Different Festivals
Indian festivals bring structure and meaning to the calendar. Each celebration follows its own pace, shaped by customs, family gatherings, and shared rituals. From morning prayers to evening get-togethers, every moment carries significance. Clothing becomes part of this rhythm, helping set the tone for the day. Choosing the right mens ethnic attire comes down to dressing in a way that suits the occasion and feels respectful to its setting. What you wear often influences how comfortable you feel moving through [] The post Cultural Etiquette: Choosing the Right Mens Ethnic Attire for Different Festivals appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Lt Gen Balbir Singh Assumes Charge As Chinar Corps GoC
SRINAGAR, May 1: Lieutenant General Balbir Singh on Friday assumed the command of the Armys Srinagar-based strategic XV Corps from Lt Gen Prashant Srivastava, who has been appointed as Quarter Master General at the Army headquarters. Lt Gen Singh had earlier commanded the Victor Force, which looks after counter-insurgency operations in south and central Kashmir. A statement from the XV Corps, often referred to as Chinar Corps, said Lt Gen Singh is a highly decorated and battle-hardened officer with over [] The post Lt Gen Balbir Singh Assumes Charge As Chinar Corps GoC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Militant Hideout Busted in Jammu Kashmir; Arms and Explosives Recovered
SRINAGAR: Security forces on Friday busted a militant hideout and recovered arms and explosives in the Chhatroo sector of Jammu and Kashmirs Kishtwar district. The recovery was made in the Dharbi Bajmandoo forest area of Sigdi Bhata during an ongoing search operation that has been underway since March 31 across areas including Dolgam, Janseer, and []
Anish Gouraha Takes Charge As NHPC Regional Head For J&K, Ladakh
JAMMU, May 1: NHPC Executive Director Anish Gouraha on Friday assumed charge as the regional head of the PSUs operations in the Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh region. Gouraha took over as regional head of NHPC Limiteds regional office in Jammu and will oversee the companys power stations and projects across the two Union Territories, an official spokesperson said. Soon after assuming office in Jammu, Gouraha interacted with officials of Salal Power Station and the Sawalkote project. He stressed the [] The post Anish Gouraha Takes Charge As NHPC Regional Head For J&K, Ladakh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Few labourers feared trapped after a small bridge collapsed on Bantalab Road near Thathar area of Jammu district The post Few labourers feared trapped after a small bridge collapsed on Bantalab Road near Thathar area of Jammu district appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
8th Central Pay Commission To Visit Srinagar; Stakeholders Invited For Interaction
JAMMU, May 1: The Eighth Central Pay Commission is scheduled to visit Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, from June 1 to June 4, 2026, to engage with various stakeholders regarding pay structures and allowances. According to an official notice issued today, Central and UT Government organizations, institutions, and unions wishing to meet with the Commission must first submit a memorandum through the official website at 8cpc.gov.in. Following this, representatives must request an appointment via the designated NIC forms link by May [] The post 8th Central Pay Commission To Visit Srinagar; Stakeholders Invited For Interaction appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PDP Did Not Support Us in Rajya Sabha Polls: Farooq Abdullah
SRINAGAR: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Friday said he has never trusted exit polls and expressed hope that they would once again prove inaccurate. I have never trusted exit polls. Exit polls have proved wrong in the past and I hope they prove wrong this time, Abdullah told reporters. On the FIR filed against []
Rapid Transformation In Ladakh Since 2019, UT Remains PM Modis Focus: Amit Shah
LEH/JAMMU, May 1: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said Ladakh was a model of rapid transformation since the 2019 bifurcation of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir, and listed sweeping political, social and economic changes in the Union territory. The region has remained at the centre of Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led governments development agenda, he said. Shah said Ladakh had long demanded Union territory status due to lack of development and asserted that the decision had brought [] The post Rapid Transformation In Ladakh Since 2019, UT Remains PM Modis Focus: Amit Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Do I Have To Teach Her More?: Omar Abdullah Slams Iltija Mufti Over Urdu Controversy
SRINAGAR, May 1: Launching a scathing attack on the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday accused the party of peddling lies regarding the status of Urdu to distract public attention from their political alliance with the BJP. Addressing recent allegations that the government intended to drop Urdu as a subject, Abdullah made it clear that the administration had merely sought public feedback on a departmental proposal which has been lying on his table. [] The post Do I Have To Teach Her More?: Omar Abdullah Slams Iltija Mufti Over Urdu Controversy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir: Govt Approves Promotion of Accounts Service Selection Grade Officer to Special Scale
SRINAGAR: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has approved the promotion of Naila Zahoor Chib, a Selection Grade Officer of the Jammu and Kashmir Accounts Service, to the Special Scale with immediate effect. According to Government Order No. 173-F of 2026 issued by the Finance Department of Jammu and Kashmir, the promotion places Chib in []
President Murmu Exhorts Army Training Command To Enhance Armys Operational Preparedness
SHIMLA, May 1: President Droupadi Murmu on Friday exhorted the Army Training Command (ARTRAC) to continue to work with fervour to enhance the operational preparedness of the Indian Army. President Murmu, who visited the ARTRAC headquarters here before winding up her five-day visit to Himachal Pradesh, said in a statement. The Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, who was briefed about the evolution of ARTRAC by Lieutenant General Devendra Sharma, GOC-in-C, ARTRAC, complimented all ranks of ARTRAC and defence civilians [] The post President Murmu Exhorts Army Training Command To Enhance Armys Operational Preparedness appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Petrol, Diesel Price Hike In Near Future Not Ruled Out, Say Govt Sources
NEW DELHI, May 1: An increase in petrol and diesel prices in the near future is not ruled out, government sources said on Friday, as losses mount from a four-year-old freeze in retail rates despite the sharp rise in global crude oil prices. International crude oil prices this week climbed to a four-year high of USD 126 per barrel before cooling down slightly, but remained above USD 110 a barrel as ship transits through the Strait of Hormuz remained restricted [] The post Petrol, Diesel Price Hike In Near Future Not Ruled Out, Say Govt Sources appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Hindu body urges inclusion of Indian history in South African textbooks
JOHANNESBURG, May 1: A leading Hindu organisation in South Africa has urged authorities not to airbrush the history of Indians in the country, calling for greater representation of the communitys contributions in school textbooks currently under revision. In an open letter, South African Hindu Dharma Sabha (SAHDS) president Ram Maharaj said the history of Indians, despite the community being a minority, must be adequately reflected in curricula. As far back as 1981, the SAHDS had adopted a unanimous resolution at [] The post Hindu body urges inclusion of Indian history in South African textbooks appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Shah Announces Plans For Dairy Sector Expansion In Ladakh; 50K-Ltr/Day Plant To Come Up In Leh
Jammu, May 1: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday announced plans for a major expansion of the dairy sector in Ladakh and Kargil, including the setting up of a 50,000 litre-per-day milk processing plant in Leh. The government is committed to strengthening dairy infrastructure in Ladakh and Kargil to ensure sustainable livelihood and enhance the income of dairy farmers, Shah said. Extending Buddha Purnima greetings to the locals, the minister said that the teachings of Lord Buddha, especially the [] The post Shah Announces Plans For Dairy Sector Expansion In Ladakh; 50K-Ltr/Day Plant To Come Up In Leh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Lok Bhavan Jammu Kashmir Celebrated Gujarat And Maharashtras Foundation Day
Jammu, May 1: The Foundation Day of Gujarat and Maharashtra was celebrated with great enthusiasm at J&K Lok Bhavan, Jammu, in the presence of the Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha. Addressing a gathering, the Lieutenant Governor said that Gujarat and Maharashtra are growth engines of the nation and besides massive contribution to countrys GDP and exports, their social, cultural, and spiritual legacies stand unparalleled. Gujarats soil is renowned for nurturing entrepreneurial spirit, zeal, simplicity, and innate warmth, while Maharashtra commands global [] The post Lok Bhavan Jammu Kashmir Celebrated Gujarat And Maharashtras Foundation Day appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ACB Arrests Policeman For Accepting Bribe In Srinagar
Srinagar, May 1: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau on Friday arrested a head constable in srinagar for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe, sources said The accused, identified as Parvaiz Ahmad, was caught during a trap operation laid by the ACB following a complaint from a local resident. The complaint had alleged that the policeman was seeking illegal gratification in connection with an official matter. Acting on the complaint, the ACB team set up a trap in Batamaloo area [] The post ACB Arrests Policeman For Accepting Bribe In Srinagar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ACB Arrests Head Constable in Srinagar for Allegedly Demanding, Accepting Bribe
SRINAGAR: The Anti-Corruption Bureau Jammu and Kashmir on Friday arrested a head constable in Srinagar for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe in connection with an official matter. The accused was apprehended during a trap operation laid in the Batamaloo area of Srinagar following a complaint by a local resident. According to officials, the complainant []
If SIR Affects West Bengal Poll Results, It Would Set A Dangerous Precedent: Omar Abdullah
Srinagar, May 1: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said if the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls affects the outcome of the West Bengal assembly elections, it would set a dangerous precedent, against which the political parties need to safeguard themselves. Responding to a question about the high drama outside a strong room at Bhabanipur in Kolkata on Thursday night, he said it is West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjees right to deploy people to guard [] The post If SIR Affects West Bengal Poll Results, It Would Set A Dangerous Precedent: Omar Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
South Kashmir: Police Register 153 NDPS Cases, Arrest 147 in Four Months of 2026
SRINAGAR: Police in south Kashmirs Anantnag district registered 153 cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act and arrested 147 accused persons during the first four months of 2026. According to official figures, police carried out multiple operations leading to the recovery of contraband substances, including 170.995 kilograms of cannabis powder, 185.001 kilograms []
Ladakh a living land of dharma for centuries: Amit Shah
LEH/JAMMU: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday described the return of sacred relics of Lord Buddha to Ladakh after 75 years as a historic reunion and said that the Union Territory has remained a living land of dharma, preserving and nurturing Buddhist knowledge for centuries. Stressing the relevance of Buddhas teachings in modern times, []
UK terror threat level raised to severe after antisemitic stabbing
LONDON, May 1: The UKs terror threat level has been raised from substantial to severe, which means an attack is highly likely, after the antisemitic stabbings in north-west London. The Joint Terrorism Analysis Centre (JTAC), an intelligence body linked to the UKs security service that assesses the countrys terrorist threats, said the upgrade on Thursday was not solely based on terror attack in Golders Green a day earlier. It said the threat had been rising for some time, driven by [] The post UK terror threat level raised to severe after antisemitic stabbing appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Former CEA Subramanian conferred with University of Chicago Alumni Award
WASHINGTON, May 1: Indias former Chief Economic Adviser K V Subramanian was conferred with the prestigious Alumni Award for Professional Achievement by the University of Chicago. Subramanian becomes the first Indian economist to receive the honour since its inception in 1941. The award was conferred at the universitys Alumni Weekend gathering, which got underway on Thursday. As chief economic adviser to the Government of India, Subramanian served as the principal economic voice during the COVID-19 crisis, the university said. It [] The post Former CEA Subramanian conferred with University of Chicago Alumni Award appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
13 terrorists killed in Paks Khyber Pakhtunkhwa along Afghanistan border
PESHAWAR, May 1: At least 13 terrorists have been killed by Pakistani security forces along the Afghanistan border in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, the militarys media wing said on Friday. The terrorists, belonging to Fitna-al-Khwarij, were killed in Mohmand and North Waziristan districts on April 28 and 29, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said. Fitna al-Khawarij is a term the state uses to refer to the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). In Mohmand district, movement of a group of khwarij trying to [] The post 13 terrorists killed in Paks Khyber Pakhtunkhwa along Afghanistan border appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Above-Normal Heatwave Days Likely In Some Parts Of India In May: IMD
NEW DELHI, May 1: Above-normal heatwave days are likely in some parts of the foothills of the Himalayas, east coast states, Gujarat and Maharashtra in May, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Friday in its monthly forecast. In a statement, Director General of Meteorology, IMD, Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, said, During May 2026, minimum temperatures are expected to be above normal across many parts of the country. However, many areas of northwest India, along with some parts of central India and [] The post Above-Normal Heatwave Days Likely In Some Parts Of India In May: IMD appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Amit Shah Lays Foundation Of 10,000 Litres Per Day Dairy Plant In Kargil
LEH/JAMMU, May 1: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday laid the foundation stone of a 10,000 litres per day dairy plant in Kargil and launched a series of dairy development initiatives for Ladakh through virtual mode, officials said. The initiatives, launched under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, include mobile milk testing laboratories, modern milk cooling systems and strengthening of dairy infrastructure aimed at boosting self-reliance in the Union Territory, they said. Officials said a modern dairy processing [] The post Amit Shah Lays Foundation Of 10,000 Litres Per Day Dairy Plant In Kargil appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Hyundai Motor India domestic sales up 17 pc at 51,902 units in April
NEW DELHI, May 1: Hyundai Motor India Ltd on Friday reported a 17 per cent year-on-year growth in domestic sales at 51,902 units in April 2026. Domestic sales in April this year were the highest ever for the month since inception, Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) said in a statement. Exports were at 13,708 units in April 2026, it added. We have opened the new financial year on a strong note, carrying forward the momentum built in recent months into [] The post Hyundai Motor India domestic sales up 17 pc at 51,902 units in April appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
M&M total sales up 14 pc at 94,627 units in April
NEW DELHI, May 1: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd on Friday reported a 14 per cent year-on-year growth in total vehicle sales at 94,627 units in April. Domestic passenger vehicle sales last month stood at 56,331 units as against 52,330 units in April 2025, up 8 per cent, Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) said in a regulatory filing. Commercial vehicle sales in the domestic market stood at 23,427 units last month, it added. M&M CEO, Automotive Division, Nalinikanth Gollagunta said the company [] The post M&M total sales up 14 pc at 94,627 units in April appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt sector, BFSI and Pharma key business drivers: Qlik India MD
NEW DELHI, May 1: The major business growth drivers for data analytics and artificial intelligence player Qlik are the government sector, Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI), and pharma, according to the US-based firms Managing Director (India), Varun Babbar. We see a lot of initiatives by various state governments as well as central governments where they are revamping their whole data ecosystem and building the right data foundations to build AI-driven projects, Babbar told PTI. Banking and financial services have [] The post Govt sector, BFSI and Pharma key business drivers: Qlik India MD appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC grants anticipatory bail to Cong leader Pawan Khera
NEW DELHI, Apr 30: The Supreme Court has granted anticipatory bail to Congress leader Pawan Khera in a case registered against him for making allegations that Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarmas wife possessed multiple passports and undisclosed properties abroad. A bench of Justices JK Maheshwari and AS Chandurkar granted the pre-arrest bail to Khera subject to certain conditions, an order uploaded on Friday said. The court had earlier on Thursday reserved its order on the matter. The appellant (Pawan [] The post SC grants anticipatory bail to Cong leader Pawan Khera appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ladakh A Living Land Of Dharma For Centuries: Home Minister Amit Shah
LEH/JAMMU, May 1: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday described the return of sacred relics of Lord Buddha to Ladakh after 75 years as a historic reunion and said that the Union Territory has remained a living land of dharma, preserving and nurturing Buddhist knowledge for centuries. Stressing the relevance of Buddhas teachings in modern times, Shah said the message of peace, compassion and the middle path was even more important today than it was 2,500 years ago. Ladakh [] The post Ladakh A Living Land Of Dharma For Centuries: Home Minister Amit Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
WB phase-II polls see 91.28 pc turnout among third gender, Puducherry highest at 91.81 pc: EC
NEW DELHI, May 1: West Bengal recorded a strong turnout among third gender electors in the second phase of the assembly polls, with 91.28 per cent of them exercising their franchise, according to the Election Commission. A total of 1,257 third gender electors turned up in two phases of West Bengal elections 465 in phase I and 792 in phase II. The turnout stood at 56.79 per cent in phase I, while it rose sharply to 91.28 per cent [] The post WB phase-II polls see 91.28 pc turnout among third gender, Puducherry highest at 91.81 pc: EC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Hate speech: No cognisable offence made out against Anurag Thakur, Parvesh Verma, says SC
NEW DELHI, May 1: The Supreme Court has said that no cognisable offence was made out against BJP leaders Anurag Thakur and Parvesh Verma for their alleged hate speeches over the anti-CAA protest in Delhi in 2020. While BJP MP Thakur is a former union minister, Verma is a minister in the Delhi government. In its April 29 verdict on a batch of pleas concerning hate speeches, a bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta also dealt with the [] The post Hate speech: No cognisable offence made out against Anurag Thakur, Parvesh Verma, says SC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PDP helped BJP in RS polls, diverting attention by raking up Urdu issue: CM Omar Abdullah
Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday accused the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of aiding the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the Rajya Sabha. He claimed that the PDP is now raising the issue of Urdu merely to divert public attention from its role in helping the BJP. Speaking to reporters, Omar alleged that the []
Leh, May 1: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said that Ladakh is not just a geographical region but a living laboratory of Buddhist culture and compassion. He highlighted that Indias civilisation has long promoted the message of peace and that knowledge and cultural traditions have been preserved in the region for centuries. While addressing the Holy Relics Exposition and Cultural Ceremony on Buddha Purnima in Leh, Shah said, When the Dalai Lama comes here, he says that this [] The post This Land Is Living Laboratory Of Buddhist Culture And Compassion: Amit Shah On Buddha Purnima In Leh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
No Decision To Drop Urdu, Dont Spread Lies: CM Omar Abdullah Hits Out At PDP
SRINAGAR, May 1: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday clarified that no decision has been taken to drop Urdu, asserting that the government has merely sought public feedback and accused political opponents of spreading misinformation. Speaking to reporters on sidelines of the integration of two new blocks of estate department in Pampore, Chief Minister Omar said, There is no droppage of Urdu. God save us from such people who cannot differentiate between truth and falsehood. Unfortunately, this [] The post No Decision To Drop Urdu, Dont Spread Lies: CM Omar Abdullah Hits Out At PDP appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SRINAGAR: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has ordered a large-scale interim placement of Junior Engineers as In-charge Assistant Engineers (Civil) in the Public Works sector, in a significant administrative move aimed at addressing vacancies. As per Government Order No. 152-PW (R and B) of 2026 issued by the Public Works (R and B) Department, []
Farooq Abdullah Claims Lack Of Support Within INDIA Bloc On Restoration Of J&K Statehood
SRINAGAR, May 1: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah has expressed deep disappointment over the INDIA bloc, especially the Congress, not supporting the restoration of Jammu and Kashmirs statehood with the expected vigour. In a candid assessment of the opposition bloc, Abdullah said that while his party remains a committed member of the alliance, it has fallen short of its potential. He also flagged the lack of a robust, unified approach to Jammu and Kashmirs issues as a primary point of [] The post Farooq Abdullah Claims Lack Of Support Within INDIA Bloc On Restoration Of J&K Statehood appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Home Minister Amit Shah Inaugurates Exposition Of Holy Buddha Relics In Leh
LEH/JAMMU, May 1: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday inaugurated the sacred holy relics exposition of Tathagata Buddha and the 2569th Buddha Purnima celebrations in Leh during his two-day visit to Ladakh. The function was held at Jivetsal in the Photang-Choglamsar area of Leh town, officials said. The revered Piprahwa relics of Tathagata Buddha, ancient sacred remains and associated objects linked to Gautama Buddha discovered at Piprahwa in the present-day Uttar Pradesh near the Nepal border, arrived in Leh [] The post Home Minister Amit Shah Inaugurates Exposition Of Holy Buddha Relics In Leh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Lt Gen Balbir Singh Takes Over As GOC 15 Corps
SRINAGAR, May 1: Lieutenant General Balbir Singh on Friday assumed charge as the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the strategically crucial XV Corps (Chinar Corps), reinforcing leadership at a time when security dynamics in Jammu and Kashmir remain under close watch. Headquartered in Srinagar, the Chinar Corps is responsible for guarding the Line of Control (LoC) in Kashmir and overseeing internal security operations across the Valley. Lt Gen Singhs appointment comes amid sustained counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism efforts in the Union [] The post Lt Gen Balbir Singh Takes Over As GOC 15 Corps appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
GST Collections Rise To Record High Of Rs 2.43 Lakh Cr In April
NEW DELHI, May 1: Gross GST collection rose 8.7 per cent in April to a record of about Rs 2.43 lakh crore in April, government data showed on Friday. The previous all-time high collection was recorded in April last year at over Rs 2.23 lakh crore. Gross revenues from domestic transactions were up 4.3 per cent to over Rs 1.85 lakh crore, while GST mop-up from imports rose by a massive 25.8 per cent to Rs 57,580 crore in April [] The post GST Collections Rise To Record High Of Rs 2.43 Lakh Cr In April appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rich nations might eliminate cervical cancer by 2048, progress slow in poor countries: Study
NEW DELHI, May 1: High-income countries are on track to eliminate cervical cancer preventable through vaccination and screening by 2048, while low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) will see only slight reductions over the next century, according to a study published in The Lancet journal. As a result, the gap between regions will widen dramatically, with women in LMICs facing much higher rates of this preventable disease, researchers, including those from CHU de Quebec-Universite Laval Research Center in Canada, [] The post Rich nations might eliminate cervical cancer by 2048, progress slow in poor countries: Study appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Minor Boys Body Recovered Six Days After He Slipped Into Stream In J&Ks Pulwama
SRINAGAR, May 1: Body of a minor boy, who had gone missing after slipping into a stream earlier this week in Jammu and Kashmirs Pulwama district, was recovered on Friday, officials said. Mohammad Hanzala (4), a resident of Tiken village, had accidentally slipped into the fast-flowing Rambiara stream and was swept away by strong currents near Dubjan Bridge on Sunday, they said. A rescue operation was launched but the boy could not be traced. The body was recovered on the [] The post Minor Boys Body Recovered Six Days After He Slipped Into Stream In J&Ks Pulwama appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
MHA Notifies Citizenship (Amendment) Rules, 2026; OCI Applications To Go Online
New Delhi, May 1: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has notified the Citizenship (Amendment) Rules, 2026, updating the Citizenship Rules, 2009, and introducing revised provisions related to Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) services and application procedures. According to the Ministry, OCI applications will now be required to be filed online, with provisions for both physical OCI cards and e-OCI documentation. The revised framework also states that a minor cannot hold both Indian and foreign passports simultaneously. The OCI cards [] The post MHA Notifies Citizenship (Amendment) Rules, 2026; OCI Applications To Go Online appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
FDA Suspends Milk Unit Licence in South Kashmir over Violations
SRINAGAR: The Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) in Anantnag district of south Kashmir has suspended the licence of a milk collection unit operating at Semthan Bijbehara, after a video surfaced allegedly showing unsafe handling of milk and subsequent inspection revealed multiple violations. As per an order issued by the Assistant Commissioner and Designated Officer, Food []
NCB Busts Major Narcotics Ring, Cocaine Worth Rs 1,745 Crore Seized In Mumbai: Amit Shah
NEW DELHI, May 1: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the Narcotics Control Bureau has busted a major international narcotics ring, seizing 349 kilograms of high-grade cocaine worth Rs 1,745 crore in Mumbai. Announcing the seizure on microblogging platform X, Shah said, We are resolved to ruthlessly crush the narcotics cartel. The @narcoticsbureau has cracked down on a major international narcotics ring, seizing 349 kg of high-grade cocaine worth Rs 1,745 crore in Mumbai. This is a trailblazing [] The post NCB Busts Major Narcotics Ring, Cocaine Worth Rs 1,745 Crore Seized In Mumbai: Amit Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Why Worlds Richest Film Industry is Courting India?
By T N Ashok From Amrish Puris terrifying villain in Temple of Doom to Irrfan Khans Oscar-adjacent brilliance, Indian actors have long graced Hollywood sets. Now, with 1.4 billion potential ticket buyers and a homegrown film industry that routinely out-muscles foreign competition, Hollywoods courtship of India has become less a creative choice and more an existential calculation. In the summer of 1984, audiences around the world watched a silver-haired Indian actor named Amrish Puri tear a beating heart from [] The post Why Worlds Richest Film Industry is Courting India? appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Govt Assigns Additional Charge To Engineer In R&B Department
JAMMU, May 1: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has assigned additional charge to Er Irfan Ahmad Banday in the Public Works (R&B) Department. As per an order, Banday, who is presently posted as In-charge Executive Engineer (Civil) in the J&K Sports Council Division Kashmir, will also hold the charge of Executive Engineer, Public Works (R&B) Project Division-III, Srinagar, in addition to his own duties till further orders. He will take over the new charge with effect from May 1, 2026, [] The post J&K Govt Assigns Additional Charge To Engineer In R&B Department appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
29 PWD JEs Assigned Look-After Charge, 71 Placed As Incharge AEs
The Public Works (Road and Buildings) Department of the Jammu and Kashmir Government has assigned the look-after charge of Assistant Engineers (Civil) to 29 Junior Engineers of the Civil Wing. Consequently, 71 Diploma Holder JEs have been placed as Incharge AEs. See Order Copy Click Here.. The post 29 PWD JEs Assigned Look-After Charge, 71 Placed As Incharge AEs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Silent On Ladakhi Peoples Demands Of Statehood, Sixth Schedule Status: Cong Slams Shah
New Delhi, May 1: The Congress on Friday took a swipe at Home Minister Amit Shah over his Ladakh visit, saying he is basking in the glory of the Piprahwa relics, while remaining silent on the demands of the people there for statehood, Sixth Schedule status, and protection of land and employment. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh recalled Indias first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehrus July 1949 visit to Ladakh. The HM is in Ladakh today basking in the [] The post Silent On Ladakhi Peoples Demands Of Statehood, Sixth Schedule Status: Cong Slams Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Body of missing 4-year-old Pulwama boy retrieved from Ranbiara stream after 5 days
Shopian: The body of a four-year-old boy from Pulwama, who had gone missing after slipping into a stream in south Kashmirs Shopian district, was on Friday recovered from the Ranbiara nallah in the Hirpora area. An official said that the deceased, identified as Mohammad Hanzala of Tiken village in Pulwama, had accidentally fallen into the []
Is the Supreme Courts 3-Year Practice Mandate Strengthening Judicial Quality or Restricting Access?
by Janifer Salati and Muazzam Khursheed The Supreme Courts 3-year practice rule aims to improve judicial quality but may restrict access, especially for women and disadvantaged candidates, amid Indias mounting judicial backlog The Supreme Court of India, on May 20, 2025, in All India Judges Association v. Union of India, mandated a minimum of three []
CBK files chargesheet in multi-lakh job fraud case
Srinagar: The Special Crime Wing Kashmir has filed a chargesheet in a major job fraud case, accusing three men of duping people of lakhs on the promise of government jobs, officials said. They said the accused posed as influential officials and issued fake appointment orders, exposing a well-organised scam now before a Srinagar court for []
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir has missed several key groundwater monitoring targets even as concerns over contamination and dam safety preparedness persist, according to the latest report of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Water Resources on Demands for Grants (202627). The report notes that against a target of 95 groundwater monitoring units, the Union Territory achieved []
Special Crime Wing Kashmir Files Chargesheet In Multi-Lakh Job Fraud Case
Srinagar, May 1: The Special Crime Wing Kashmir of the Crime Branch J&K has filed a chargesheet before the Court of Chief Judicial Magistrate Srinagar in connection with a multi-lakh government job fraud case, officials said. The chargesheet has been filed in FIR No. 09/2019 under Sections 201, 419, 420, 468, 471, and 120-B of the RPC against three accused Fayaz Ahmad Khan of Maloora Shalteng Srinagar, Showkat Ahmad Shah of Shanzipora Handwara, and Owais Ahmad Rather of Shalteng [] The post Special Crime Wing Kashmir Files Chargesheet In Multi-Lakh Job Fraud Case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Commercial LPG Price Hiked By Rs 993 Per 19-Kg Cylinder
New Delhi, May 1: The price of commercial LPG was hiked by the steepest ever Rs 993 per 19-kg cylinder on Friday, marking the third straight monthly increase due to rising global energy prices linked to the West Asia conflict. A 19-kg commercial LPG used by establishments such as hotels and restaurtants now costs a record Rs 3,071.5 in Delhi as against Rs 2,078.50 previously. Rates were last increased by 195.50 per cylinder on April 1. Prior to [] The post Commercial LPG Price Hiked By Rs 993 Per 19-Kg Cylinder appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Iran dying to make a deal, says Trump
WASHINGTON:US President Donald Trump has said that Iran was dying to make a deal to end the now paused war and virtually ruled out resuming air strikes. Trumps remarks during a media interaction at the Oval Office on Thursday afternoon came at a time when Iran threatened fresh strikes if the US resumed the war []
SKIMS Expands Critical Care Network within Hospital
SRINAGAR: In a major overhaul of its patient care system, the Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) has announced a plan to decentralise critical care by establishing Intensive Care Units (ICUs) and High Dependency Units (HDUs) across wards, ensuring that critically ill patients receive immediate intervention without delays caused by transfers. The decision, announced by []
South Kashmir: Police Register Four NDPS Cases, Arrest Five in Anti-Drug Crackdown
SRINAGAR: Police in South Kashmirs Anantnag district on Friday registered four cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act and arrested five individuals during coordinated operations across the district, officials said. Acting on specific inputs and during naka checking at multiple locations, police teams effected several seizures of contraband substances and intercepted suspected []
Excise Duty On Diesel Exports Cut To Rs 23/Ltr, ATF Exports To Rs 33/Ltr
New Delhi, May 1: The government has cut the windfall gains tax on the export of diesel to Rs 23 per litre and aviation turbine fuel to Rs 33/litre, effective Friday. The finance ministry, in a statement, said there will be no change in existing excise duty rates on petrol and diesel for domestic consumption. The special additional excise duty on export of diesel was reduced to Rs 23 per litre from Rs 55.5 per litre, and aviation turbine fuel [] The post Excise Duty On Diesel Exports Cut To Rs 23/Ltr, ATF Exports To Rs 33/Ltr appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
No Change In ATF Price For Domestic Airlines; Petrol, Diesel, LPG Rates Steady
New Delhi, May 1: Aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices for domestic airlines remained unchanged on Friday as state-owned oil companies decided to absorb the rise in global fuel prices to protect airlines and consumers, IndianOil said. Retail prices of petrol, diesel and domestic LPG cylinders have also been kept steady, insulating consumers from international price volatility. In a statement, IOC said there has been no rate revision in key fuels affecting the general public. ATF prices are, as per practice, [] The post No Change In ATF Price For Domestic Airlines; Petrol, Diesel, LPG Rates Steady appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
19-kg commercial LPG cylinder price hiked by Rs 993; Delhi rate now at Rs 3,071.50
The Iran war has led to a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, the main transit route for Gulf energy supplies. While India has partly offset crude supply disruptions by sourcing oil from countries, including Russia, gas supplies have been curtailed to industrial users and LPG availability to commercial establishments, such as hotels and restaurants, has been reduced.
Jammu hosts 13th season of Wedding Jewellery Exhibition
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 30: The 13th season of the J&K Wedding Jewellery Exhibition was today inaugurated in Jammu at Radisson Blu. The exhibition is being held from April 30th to May 3rd, 2026 will bring together some of the leading jewellers of Jammu & Kashmir under one roof. Presented by Silverlines, Fortofino and Semparia, the event promises a premium jewellery experience that combines luxury, variety and strong value-driven offerings. The exhibition features over 10,000 exclusive jewellery designs, catering to [] The post Jammu hosts 13th season of Wedding Jewellery Exhibition appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Red Chief launches new brand No Shortcuts with Ayushmann Khurrana
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 30 : Red Chief, one of Indias leading footwear brands, today unveiled its new brand film and campaign featuring actor Ayushmann Khurrana, marking the introduction of its new brand philosophy, No Shortcuts. This campaign challenges the idea of shortcuts, reminding audiences that meaningful destinations demand time, courage and resilience. The closing product showcase positions Red Chief not just as footwear, but as a reliable companion for every step of ones journey. While launching new brand, Manoj [] The post Red Chief launches new brand No Shortcuts with Ayushmann Khurrana appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Galgotias University rises in THE World Rankings 2026 unveiled in Hong Kong
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 30: Galgotias University has been recognised in the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026, further strengthening its national and global standing in one of the most closely watched global assessments of higher education institutions. Out of more than 1,300 universities across India, only 128 institutions have been featured in the latest edition of the rankings. The University is among this select group and has been placed 27th among private universities in India, underlining [] The post Galgotias University rises in THE World Rankings 2026 unveiled in Hong Kong appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Railways focusing to enhance existing operational capacity in J&K: Vaishnaw
Inaugural run of Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat flagged off Poonch-Rajouri rail link, Uri-Baramulla line projects under planning Nishikant Khajuria JAMMU, Apr 30: Flagging off inaugural run of much awaited direct Vande Bharat train between Jammu and Srinagar, here today and describing it as a landmark achievement in the history of Indian Railways, the Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the Government is now focusing to enhance existing operational capacity of trains in the Union Territory and connecting remote areas [] The post Railways focusing to enhance existing operational capacity in J&K: Vaishnaw appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Shah meets Ladakh leaders; discusses arrangements for darshan of sacred relics of Lord Buddha
LG, Home Secretary, Director IB, other top officials attend *HM to inaugurate series of key initiatives today Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Apr 30: Union Home Minister Amit Shah today met a group of leaders from Ladakh in the presence of Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena, Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, Director Intelligence Bureau (DIB) Tapan Deka and other top officials of MHA and UT administration; and discussed the religious issues including arrangements for darshan of sacred relics of Lord Buddha. Follow [] The post Shah meets Ladakh leaders; discusses arrangements for darshan of sacred relics of Lord Buddha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Holder, Gill power GT to four-wicket win over RCB
AHMEDABAD, Apr 30: Jason Holder was immense on the night, taking two wickets and three catches. Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler then backed his all-round prowess with handy cameos as Gujarat Titans sealed a nervy four-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in an IPL match here on Thursday. Holders two-wicket burst (2/29) and those sharp catches helped the Titans bowl out defending champions RCB for a modest 155 in 19.2 overs. But with Gill (43, 18b), Buttler (39, 19) and [] The post Holder, Gill power GT to four-wicket win over RCB appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
HC seeks fresh status on CT Scan machines
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 30: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has sought fresh affidavits from the Health and Medical Education Department and Jammu and Kashmir Medical Supplies Corporation Limited regarding the installation and commissioning of CT Scan machines at different hospitals across the Union Territory. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp A Division Bench comprising Chief Justice Arun Palli and Justice Rajnesh Oswal passed the order in a suo motu Public Interest Litigation (PIL) concerning [] The post HC seeks fresh status on CT Scan machines appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Direct train service between Jammu & Srinagar hailed as game changer
CORAS Commandos to guard Vande Bharat Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 30: People across Jammu and Kashmir have hailed the launch of the direct Vande Bharat Express service between Jammu and Srinagar, calling it a major step towards improved connectivity, tourism and economic growth. Passengers and stakeholders termed the development a game changer, highlighting that the service would significantly reduce travel time, cut costs, and provide all-weather connectivity to the Valley. Click here to watch video It is a game-changer for [] The post Direct train service between Jammu & Srinagar hailed as game changer appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Union Minister asks students to remain connected with Indias rich cultural heritage
Visits LJK Store Jammu, SIBVM School Udhampur Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU/ UDHAMPUR, Apr 30: B. L. Verma, Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment, expressed his appreciation for the team of Ladakh Jammu Kashmir Multipurpose Cooperative Ltd for the initiative, noting that such platforms play a crucial role in enhancing farmers income, encouraging entrepreneurship, and strengthening grassroots economic systems. Click here to watch video He congratulated the team for their work and encouraged them to continue expanding their reach [] The post Union Minister asks students to remain connected with Indias rich cultural heritage appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Starc boost for DC against high flying Rajasthan Royals
JAIPUR, Apr 30: Delhi Capitals have little time to dwell on what has been a bruising stretch of results as they gear up to face a confident Rajasthan Royals in their Indian Premier League match here on Friday. It has been a difficult run for the Axar Patel-led side this season. They have swung between extremes in the last two games. From posting a 250-plus total only to concede a world-record chase, to being bowled out for 75 against Royal [] The post Starc boost for DC against high flying Rajasthan Royals appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Drug abuse form of silent terrorism, not merely matter of law & order: LG
Drug traffickers will be treated like terrorists Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 30: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today ignited the Drug-Free Jammu Kashmir campaign in Doda, rallying citizens against narcotics. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Addressing the gathering on the occasion, he said the peoples movement against drug abuse reflects their determination and unity, and this menace can be eliminated when communities rise together and speak with one voice. The Lieutenant Governor said that narcotics smuggling is no less [] The post Drug abuse form of silent terrorism, not merely matter of law & order: LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dir RDD gets addl charge of MD SPSA
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 30: Director, Rural Development, Jammu has been assigned the additional charge of the post of Managing Director, State Procurement & Supplies Agency. An order issued today by the Government of Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir said that Director Rural Development, Jammu, Shahnaz Akhter shall hold the additional charge of the post of Managing Director (MD), State Procurement & Supplies Agency (SPSA), in addition to her own duties, till further orders. The post Dir RDD gets addl charge of MD SPSA appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG, CM greet people on Buddha Purnima
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 30: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha has extended his greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Buddha Purnima, which is being observed tomorrow. In his message, the Lieutenant Governor has said: On the auspicious occasion of Buddha Purnima, I extend my greetings and good wishes to all. The timeless wisdom of Lord Buddha, rooted in compassion, non violence and equality, continues to illuminate humanitys journey toward spiritual salvation and lasting peace. In a world [] The post LG, CM greet people on Buddha Purnima appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Saina Nehwal reaches Jammu, praises Citys Beauty
*To seek blessings at Vaishno Devi Shrine Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 30: Ace Indian badminton player and Olympian Saina Nehwal arrived in Jammu today. According to sources, she reached the city this morning and is scheduled to visit the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine tomorrow to offer prayers. She will leave Jammu on Saturday. During her visit to a local park, Saina interacted with the media and spoke warmly about the region. She described Jammu as a wonderful place [] The post Saina Nehwal reaches Jammu, praises Citys Beauty appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sanctity of judicial proceedings cannot be sullied: HC
Baseless allegations against Judicial Officers to invite strict action *Petitioner asked to show remorse, tender apology Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 30: Emphasising that the sanctity of judicial proceedings cannot be permitted to be sullied, the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has issued a stern warning against the growing tendency of litigants to level baseless allegations against Judicial Officers. Hearing a transfer petition titled Assadullah Bhat and Others Versus Gul Dar and Others, Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal took [] The post Sanctity of judicial proceedings cannot be sullied: HC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cabinet clears DA, key proposals of various Deptts including development projects
MS, DyMS re-designation to increase PG seats *JKAS officers promoted, order after LGs approval Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 30: The Jammu and Kashmir Cabinet today cleared a number of proposals in its meeting held here this morning including grant of two percent DA, construction of three Grid Stations, sewerage and waste management projects, protection of the assets of Kashmiri migrants, changes in J&K Cooperative Societies Act, Cadre Review and Reorganization of Jal Shakti Department (JSD) and re-designation of Medical, Deputy [] The post Cabinet clears DA, key proposals of various Deptts including development projects appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Amit Sharma assures full census coverage for migrants, visits camps in Jammu
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 30: Chief Principal Census Officer and Director Census Operations, J&K and Ladakh, Amit Sharma today reviewed preparations for Census 2027 with officers of the Relief and Rehabilitation Commissioner (Migrants) and assured that the migrant community will be fully covered during the nationwide exercise. During the meeting, he said every individual and household would be counted without any exclusion. Sharma also clarified that no personal or financial details such as Aadhaar, PAN, bank account information or similar [] The post Amit Sharma assures full census coverage for migrants, visits camps in Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
MSME Health Clinics programme concludes at IIM Jammu
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 30: A three-day capacity building programme on the implementation of MSME Health Clinics concluded at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu today, aiming to strengthen the micro, small and medium enterprises ecosystem in Jammu and Kashmir. The programme, which began on April 28, was organized in collaboration with the Industries and Commerce Department, Government of Jammu and Kashmir, and focused on equipping officials with practical knowledge and strategies for effective rollout of MSME Health Clinics [] The post MSME Health Clinics programme concludes at IIM Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Satyarth Pandita presents his book to Chief Secretary
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 30: Satyarth Pandita, author of the recently released book Grammar of the Void, today called on Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo at his office chambers here at Civil Secretariat and presented him with a copy of the book. The Chief Secretary after having a cursory view of the book lauded the efforts of the budding author and extended his best wishes to him for his success in his future endeavours. He said the parents and teachers too [] The post Satyarth Pandita presents his book to Chief Secretary appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dewan Mandir celebrates Narsingh Jayanti with devotional fervor
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 30: Narsingh Jayanti was today celebrated at historic Dewan Mandir, with deep devotion, cultural vibrancy and enthusiastic participation of devotees from across the region. Built in 1867 by Dewan Jwala Sahai, the Prime Minister during the reign of Maharaja Gulab Singh, the temple stands as an enduring symbol of the regions rich spiritual and cultural heritage. The evening commenced with traditional invocations by the students of Panjvaktra Mahadev Ved Pathshala, who presented Vedic chants (Ved Path). [] The post Dewan Mandir celebrates Narsingh Jayanti with devotional fervor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Swami Ram Swarup stresses importance of Vedic learning
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 30: At the ongoing 78-day Yajna (Vedic ritual) of all four Vedas at Ved Mandir, Yol (Himachal Pradesh), Swami Ram Swarup, Yogacharya, while elaborating on Rigveda mantras 1/105/14 and 15, emphasised the importance of Vedic knowledge for spiritual upliftment. He stated that human beings should acquire Vedic education from learned scholars well-versed in the Vedas, whose conduct reflects Vedic ideals and who practice Yoga. Such guidance, he said, helps in eradicating sins and leads individuals towards [] The post Swami Ram Swarup stresses importance of Vedic learning appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Chetan Prabhakar chetanprabhakarassociates@gmail.com On the luminous occasion of Buddha Purnima, the mind is invited not to celebrate outwardly, but to turn inward-toward stillness, toward awareness, toward that subtle space where identity dissolves. The life of Gautama Buddha is not merely a historical narrative; it is a living inquiry into suffering, perception, and liberation. What he discovered beneath the Bodhi tree was not a belief system, but a direct seeing-an unfiltered recognition of reality as it is. At the heart of [] The post Silence Beyond Self appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Baldev submits memorandum to Railway Minister
Excelsior Correspondent KATRA, Apr 30: MLA, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi constituency, Baldev Raj Sharma, today met the Union Minister for Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw, during his visit to Katra, and strongly projected key public issues concerning district Reasi and the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi region. He was accompanied by Ex DDC Chairman Reasi, Saraf Singh Nag, ex BDC Panthal, Chander Mohan Singh, ex Sarpanchs, Sudesh Sharma, Mangal Singh and Bhuri Singh Nag, among others. The MLA submitted memorandum highlighting several important [] The post Baldev submits memorandum to Railway Minister appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Padma Bhushan Kushok Bakula : A Renowned Tribal Hero of Ladakh
Nawang Tsering Shakspo sntsering52@gmail.com Unlike other tribal areas of India, the tribal people of Ladakh are the inhabitants of what they call cold desert; while in the rest of the country tribals are found in deeply-forested areas, mingling with nature. Interestingly, Ladakh is a Buddhist-dominated area where the Mahayana form of Buddhism flourished as it had taken firm roots in the region in the seventh century A.D onwards. In the region, besides Buddhists, one can find a large number of [] The post Padma Bhushan Kushok Bakula : A Renowned Tribal Hero of Ladakh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Seminar on Ayurveda beyond Borders organised at GAMC Akhnoor
Excelsior Correspondent AKHNOOR, Apr 30: A one-day international seminar on Ayurveda beyond Borders organised at the Government Ayurveda Medical College (GAMC) was held here today. The seminar was held under the aegis and patronage of Dr Ashutosh Gupta, Principal/Dean, Government Medical College Jammu and Government Ayurvedic Medical College, Akhnoor. The seminar brought together eminent national and international experts to deliberate on the expanding global footprint of Ayurveda. The distinguished keynote speakers included Dr Varun Suthra, Director, International Relations at KIIT [] The post Seminar on Ayurveda beyond Borders organised at GAMC Akhnoor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
