12 years of Modi Govt integrated J&K into mainstream Avtar Bhat HIRANAGAR, June 9: Union Minister in PMO with Independent charge of Science & Technology and Earth Sciences Ministries, Dr Jitendra Singh today announced that the extra land acquisition for Arun Jaitley International Stadium at Hiranagar is under process. Talking to reporters on the sidelines of a special public outreach programme near here today held in connection with 12 years of Narendra Modi Government, Dr Jitendra Singh said this International [] The post Additional land being transferred for Arun Jaitley Stadium at Hiranagar, construction to begin soon: Dr Jitendra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Frequent disruptions in Houses pose serious challenge to democratic institutions: Om Birla
CHANDIGARH, Jun 9: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday said that frequent interruptions and disruptions in the Houses pose a serious challenge to democratic institutions. He underlined that the solution to this problem lies within the legislative institutions themselves by promoting conduct aligned with public expectations, dialogue, and meaningful discussion. He was addressing the second Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) India Region Zone-II Conference here on Tuesday evening. The conference, which was inaugurated on Monday by Birla, concluded with the [] The post Frequent disruptions in Houses pose serious challenge to democratic institutions: Om Birla appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Action on social media posts restricted to deep fake content only: Vaishnaw
NEW DELHI, Jun 9: Governments takedown action on social media posts is restricted to only deep fake content with no clampdown on genuine content creation, Union minister for electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Tuesday, debunking allegations of censorship. Recently, there have been several claims on removal of online videos of YouTube based channels. Online movement entity Cockroach Janata Party leader Abhijeet Dipke has also claimed that his video supporting a victim of wrong assessment by CBSE was removed [] The post Action on social media posts restricted to deep fake content only: Vaishnaw appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
On request of Dr Jitendra, Railways to run special Katra-Haridwar service on Somvati Amavasya
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 9: To facilitate the travel of pilgrims during the upcoming Somvati Amavasya, the Northern Railways Jammu division will operate a special train service between Katra and Haridwar next week, an official said on Tuesday. The special train (No. 04606) will depart from Katra in Jammu and Kashmir at 6.15 pm on June 14 and arrive in Uttarakhands Haridwar at 6.30 am the following day. On the return journey, Train No. 04605 will leave Haridwar at 5.20 [] The post On request of Dr Jitendra, Railways to run special Katra-Haridwar service on Somvati Amavasya appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Army chief reviews J&K security situation at Northern Command Hqrs
Infiltration, terror ops figure at high-level meet *Shri Amarnath yatra arrangements discussed Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, June 9: Army chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi today reviewed security scenario in Jammu and Kashmir including anti-infiltration measures, ongoing operations against the terrorists in upper reaches and arrangements for upcoming annual pilgrimage of Shri Amarnath Ji among other issues during day long meetings at Udhampur-based Northern Command headquarters. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Gen Dwivedi reached the Northern Command this morning and was [] The post Army chief reviews J&K security situation at Northern Command Hqrs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
World leaders hail Modis leadership as he becomes Indias longest-serving elected PM
NEW DELHI, Jun 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday received congratulatory messages from several world leaders on the eve of becoming Indias longest-serving elected Prime Minister, with leaders from across continents praising his leadership, governance record and contributions to global diplomacy. According to a government release, the messages highlighted Prime Minister Modis role in driving Indias economic and social transformation, strengthening the voice of the Global South and enhancing Indias stature on the world stage. Among those extending their [] The post World leaders hail Modis leadership as he becomes Indias longest-serving elected PM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indian-origin couple, 9-yr-old son die after falling from luxury apartment block in UK
LONDON, Jun 9: An Indian-origin couple and their 9-year-old terminally ill son died after they fell from a luxury London apartment block in a suspected murder-suicide, according to media reports. Rakesh Pai, 47, Aditi Paralkar, 46, and their son Sid died after falling from a balcony on the 36th floor of their apartment in Highpoint tower block in Elephant and Castle, south London, on May 27, the Telegraph newspaper reported. The family lived in the 45-storey building on the 36th [] The post Indian-origin couple, 9-yr-old son die after falling from luxury apartment block in UK appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India trusted partner in quantum computing, supply chains: US official
WASHINGTON, Jun 9: India is a trusted partner of the US in areas such as quantum computing and supply chains, US Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy Sarah Rogers said on Tuesday. Rogers is on a visit to India, Nepal, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan for advancing commercial diplomacy, cultural preservation, digital freedom, and innovation. India is one of our trusted partners on things like quantum computing and supply chains, and I think that is an example of a concrete implementation [] The post India trusted partner in quantum computing, supply chains: US official appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kissan Cong seeks relief measures for J&K farmers
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 9: In a strong push for safeguarding the interests of the farming community, Jammu & Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) Kissan Congress Chairman, Bharat Priye today submitted a memorandum to the Additional Commissioner in the office of the Divisional Commissioner Jammu, highlighting the pressing challenges confronting farmers across the Union Territory and seeking immediate government intervention. The memorandum, submitted on behalf of JKPCC Kissan Congress and the farming community of Jammu and Kashmir, outlined a comprehensive [] The post Kissan Cong seeks relief measures for J&K farmers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Paks Fitna al-Hindustan campaign meant to hide internal failures: Gaurav
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 9: BJP spokesperson and convenor, International Affairs, Gaurav Gupta today said Islamabads so-called Fitna al-Hindustan campaign has been exposed at the United Nations as an attempt to conceal its own failures through propaganda. In a statement, Gupta said Pakistan has once again chosen to manufacture false narratives instead of addressing the consequences of its own policies. He alleged that the Pakistani establishments decision to label terrorist groups operating within its territory as Fitna al-Hindustan was aimed [] The post Paks Fitna al-Hindustan campaign meant to hide internal failures: Gaurav appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ravinder Raina pays rich tribute to Lieutenant Vireshwar Goswami
Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, June 9: Senior BJP leader and former Jammu and Kashmir BJP president Ravinder Raina today asserted that enemies of the nation would not be spared under any circumstances and would be dealt with firmly. Raina today paid rich tribute to Army officer Lieutenant Vireshwar Goswami, who laid down his life during an anti-terror search operation in the Dorimal forest area. Speaking on the occasion, he said that Lieutenant Goswami made the supreme sacrifice while serving the nation [] The post Ravinder Raina pays rich tribute to Lieutenant Vireshwar Goswami appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sham Lal, Devyani chair RKS review meeting at SDH Bhalwal
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 9: A comprehensive Rogi Kalyan Samiti (RKS) review meeting was held today at Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Bhalwal to assess the functioning of healthcare services and discuss measures for further strengthening public health infrastructure and patient care delivery in the region. The meeting was jointly chaired by MLA Jammu North Sham Lal Sharma and MLA Nagrota Devyani Rana, and attended by SDM North Deepak Kumar, Block Medical Officer (BMO) Bhalwal Dr Rabia Khan, BDO Bhalwal Dr Sunil [] The post Sham Lal, Devyani chair RKS review meeting at SDH Bhalwal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Poonch child undergoes successful open-heart surgery at SSH Jammu
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 9: A seven-year-old child from Poonch, suffering from breathlessness, recurrent chest infections and heart failure caused by a congenital heart defect, has successfully undergone a life-saving open-heart surgery at the Super Speciality Hospital, Jammu, under the Ayushman Bharat Scheme. The child was diagnosed with a large Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD), a hole between the lower chambers of the heart that resulted in excessive blood flow to the lungs and eventually heart failure. After pre-operative stabilization, the [] The post Poonch child undergoes successful open-heart surgery at SSH Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Safai Karamcharis strike enters into 13th day
Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, June 9: On 13th day of their ongoing strike, members of Urban Local Body Safai Karamchari Union Udhampur, both permanent and temporary employees, today held a demonstration in front of the office of Municipal Committee Udhampur. As the strike continues for the last 13h days, the Udhampur city has virtually turned into a garbage dump. Locals visiting the market are forced to cover their nose and mouth as foul smell emanates from the garbage dumps. However, neither [] The post Safai Karamcharis strike enters into 13th day appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Excelsior Correspondent POONCH, June 9; A minor boy hailing from Pakistan occupied Jammu and Kashmir was apprehended by alert Indian security forces after he reportedly crossed onto the Indian side today under mysterious circumstances. According to preliminary information, security personnel detected the movement of the boy in a sensitive border area and took him into custody for questioning. During initial interaction with authorities, he disclosed his identity as Javid Ali, son of Mohd Sharief, resident of Tetrinote (PoK). The boy [] The post Pak national held near LoC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DIG rewards 11 SHOs for outstanding anti-drug performance
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 9: Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police, Jammu-Samba-Kathua Range, Shridhar Patil, has awarded cash rewards and IInd Class Certificates to 11 Station House Officers (SHOs) for their outstanding performance under the ongoing Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyaan. The recognition comes in view of the significant achievements recorded by Jammu, Samba and Kathua districts during the first 50 days of the anti-drug campaign. The rewarded officers include the SHOs of Police Stations Bahu Fort, Bakshi Nagar, Vijaypur, Billawar, [] The post DIG rewards 11 SHOs for outstanding anti-drug performance appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
JKEEGA constitutes executive body
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 9: The Jammu and Kashmir Electrical Engineering Graduates Association (JKEEGA) has constituted executive body. Consequent upon the election to the post of president JKEEGA, on May 16, Sachin Tickoo, newly elected president for the tenure 2026-28, nominated the members to the Executive Council of JKEEGA. The Council comprise of Yash Paul- senior vice president; Sunil Kumar Sagoch, Atter Pal Singh, Rajesh Mengi, Gaveesh Singh, Rajeshwar Singh Jamwal, Malkeet Singh and Parshotam Lal Sharma vice presidents; [] The post JKEEGA constitutes executive body appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Police organizes anti-drug campaign
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, June 9: The police today organized an anti-drug awareness rally at Government Girls Middle School Goshbugh in Pattan as part of the ongoing Nasha Mukt Abhiyan. The rally witnessed participation from students, teachers, police personnel and local residents, who carried placards and raised slogans promoting a drug-free society. During the programme, police officials highlighted the harmful effects of substance abuse and urged students to spread awareness within their communities. Participants also took a pledge to support efforts [] The post Police organizes anti-drug campaign appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Woman among three held with heroin in Reasi, Udhampur
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 9: Police today claimed to have arrested three alleged drug peddlers, including a woman, in separate operations in Reasi and Udhampur districts and recovered over 19 grams of heroin from their possession. In Reasi district, a woman identified as Kamlesh of Pouni was apprehended during naka checking at Masjid Chowk, Katra. Police said she was intercepted while travelling in a Smart City Bus and, during a search conducted by lady police personnel, around 3.1 grams of [] The post Woman among three held with heroin in Reasi, Udhampur appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Two chain snatchers held: Police
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 9: Jammu and Kashmir Police today claimed to have arrested two persons involved in a chain-snatching incident at Janipur area and recovered the stolen gold chain besides seizing a two-wheeler used in the crime. Officials said the action followed a complaint lodged by one Kiran Devi of Khanpur, Nagrota, who reported that two unidentified persons riding a scooty snatched her gold chain near Aap Shamboo Morh in Roop Nagar and fled from the spot. Accordingly, police [] The post Two chain snatchers held: Police appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DC reviews SANJY-2026 preparedness; Directs timely completion of all works
Excelsior Correspondent GANDERBAL, JUNE 09: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore today chaired a comprehensive review meeting here to assess the preparedness and progress of developmental and logistical arrangements being undertaken for the smooth conduct of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY)-2026 along the Baltal axis. During the review, the DC took a department-wise assessment of works included in the Action Plan-2026 and directed all executing agencies to ensure completion of pending works by June 20th, well ahead of the commencement [] The post DC reviews SANJY-2026 preparedness; Directs timely completion of all works appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DC visits Vessu Migrant Colony, inaugurates Computer Lab
Excelsior Correspondent KULGAM, JUNE 09: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Shahzad Alam, today visited Vessu Migrant Colony, where he inaugurated a newly established Computer Lab aimed at enhancing digital literacy and providing learning opportunities to the residents. During his visit, the Deputy Commissioner inspected various facilities available at the colony and interacted with residents to assess their needs and concerns. The DC also participated and witnessed the Gram Sabha proceedings held at the colony. During the Gram Sabha, residents actively registered [] The post DC visits Vessu Migrant Colony, inaugurates Computer Lab appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Administrative Secy, Tourism chairs holds meet with local stakeholders
Excelsior Correspondent LEH, June 09 : Sanjit Rodrigues, Administrative Secretary, Tourism & Culture Department, Union Territory of Ladakh, today chaired a high-level meeting with Nambardars/ Gobas of concerned villages, researchers, heritage experts, and members of the committee constituted for the identification and transfer of vulnerable petroglyph-bearing boulders. The meeting was held in connection with the proposed establishment of a Petroglyph Park at Sindhu Ghat, Leh. The deliberations focused on exploring the scientific relocation of endangered petroglyph-bearing rocks from various locations [] The post Administrative Secy, Tourism chairs holds meet with local stakeholders appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt Begins DPR for Sumbal-Bandipora-Gurez Highway
RK News Service Srinagar, June 9: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has invited bids for the preparation of a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the proposed SumbalBandiporaGurez road stretch in Jammu and Kashmir, marking a major step forward in a long-pending connectivity project for the region. Meanwhile, AIP Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi has welcomed the decision to float a tender describing it as a significant step towards strengthening connectivity in North Kashmir. Inam Un Nabi said the matter was personally raised by Member of Parliament Er Rashid during a meeting with Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari in the Parliament Chamber during the last Winter Session. During the meeting, Er Rashid had sought prioritisation of key road infrastructure projects in North Kashmir, including improved connectivity to Gurez. The issuance of the DPR tender is an encouraging development and demonstrates that the concerns projected by Er Rashid have received due consideration at the highest level, Inam Un Nabi said. Inam Un Nabi added that the proposed highway will greatly benefit the people of Bandipora and Gurez by improving accessibility, boosting tourism, facilitating economic activity and enhancing overall connectivity in the region. The AIP Chief spokesperson Inam Un Nabi expressed hope that the DPR process will be completed expeditiously and followed by early execution of the project, which has remained a long-standing public demand.
Dr Farooq Seeks Reopening of Naranag
Bats for revival of eco friendly tourism activities RK News Service Srinagar, June 09: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Dr. Farooq Abdullah Tuesday called for reopening Naranag in Ganderbal for tourism activities saying that the continued closure of the tourist destination has severely impacted the local economy and livelihoods of people dependent on tourism. Dr. Farooq made these remarks while interacting with local residents during his visit to Naranag. The people apprised him that the prolonged closure of the tourist spot in the aftermath of the Pahalgam tragedy has brought economic activity in the area to a standstill. Dr Farooq was accompanied by MP Mian Altaf Ahmad, MLA Pampore Hasnain Masoodi, MLA Kangan Mian Mehar Ali. The people informed Dr Farooq that Naranag has long been a popular destination for trekkers and tourists and serves as a base camp for trekking expeditions to the upper reaches of the region. The closure, they said, has adversely affected pony operators, transporters, small shopkeepers, and others whose livelihoods are directly linked to tourism. Expressing concern over their plight, Dr. Farooq assured the locals that the Omar Abdullah-led government is actively working towards reopening the remaining tourist destinations that continue to remain closed. He further assured them that he would take up the matter with the concerned authorities and raise it at all appropriate forums to facilitate the early restoration of tourism activities in the area.
Dr Farooq Pays Obeisance at Baba Nagri Urs
RK News Service Srinagar, June 09: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Dr. Farooq Abdullah, paid obeisance at the revered shrine of Hazrat Baba Nizam-Ud-Din Kiyanwi (RA) at Baba Nagri, Wangat, Kangan. On the occasion, Dr. Farooq prayed for lasting peace, prosperity, and well-being in Jammu and Kashmir as well as the entire country. He said that Hazrat Baba Nizam-Ud-Din Kiyanwi (RA) occupies a distinguished place in the spiritual and cultural history of Jammu and Kashmir. Dr Farooq was received at the revered shrine by Honble MP Anantnag Mian Altaf Ahmed and MLA Kanagan Mian Mehar Ali. Highlighting the saints enduring legacy, Dr. Farooq said that his teachings of compassion, religious tolerance, humility, brotherhood, and devotion to Almighty Allah continue to inspire people and guide them towards the path of righteousness, harmony and social cohesion. Dr. Farooq was accompanied by MLA Pampore Hasnain Masoodi and Publicity Secretary Mir Ghulam Mohammad Saqi.
Ensure Hassle-Free Muharram Arrangements: Dy CM
Visits Imam Baras to review preparations RK News Service Srinagar, June 09: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Tuesday undertook an extensive tour of several Shia-majority areas of Srinagar to review the arrangements being put in place for smooth and peaceful observance of the forthcoming holy month of Muharram-ul-Haram. During the day-long visit, the Deputy Chief Minister inspected various Imam Baras and prominent religious sites, including the revered Shrine of Mir Shams-ud-Din Araki (RA) at Zadibal, the historic Imam Bara Zadibal and historic Imam Bara Hassanabad. He assessed the facilities and services being arranged for the devotees and mourners during the holy month. The Deputy Chief Minister, accompanied by MLA Hazratbal, Salman Ali Sagar and MLA Zadibal, Tanvir Sadiq, also visited Imam Bara Gulshan Bagh, Baghwanpora, Nawabagh in Lal Bazar and Bota Kadal, where he interacted with the local representatives and residents to gather first-hand feedback regarding the ongoing preparations. During the inspection, the Deputy Chief Minister directed the concerned departments to ensure seamless inter-departmental coordination and make all necessary arrangements for uninterrupted healthcare services, drinking water supply, electricity, sanitation, road connectivity, street lighting and other essential civic amenities. Deploy water tanks in all the affected areas on a regular basis so that the residents do not face any inconvenience during the Muharram observance, he said. The Deputy Chief Minister instructed the officers to maintain round-the-clock readiness and establish an effective grievance redressal mechanism for prompt resolution of the public concerns. Senior officers from various departments accompanied the Deputy Chief Minister during the visit and briefed him on the arrangements and developmental works underway in their respective areas. The Deputy Chief Minister assured the public that the government remains fully committed to ensure adequate facilities and a conducive environment for observance of Muharram-ul-Haram across J&K. Later, the Deputy Chief Minister visited the Soura area and reviewed progress on key infrastructure projects, including the DonibaghSoura road widening project. He directed the concerned authorities to remove the existing bottlenecks and encroachments hampering the pace of work. He stressed the need for ensuring smooth traffic movement and improved connectivity for the public. He also reviewed the status of ongoing City Gateway development works in the Hazratbal and Zadibal areas and called for their timely completion while maintaining the highest standards of quality.
MP Ruhullah Mehdi Holds Public Darbar in Pulwama
RK News Service Pulwama, June 09: Member of Parliament, Srinagar Parliamentary Constituency, Agha Syed Ruhullah Mehdi on Tuesday convened a Public Darbar at Circuit House Pulwama to listen to public grievances and developmental concerns of the people. During the interaction, delegations from various areas of the district besides representatives of trade bodies, social organizations, Auqaf committees, senior citizens and other stakeholders projected a wide range of public issues and development demands. The issues raised during the Public Darbar pertained to various sectors including education, agriculture, horticulture, health, augmentation of sports infrastructure, widening and upgradation of roads, deployment of adequate staff in health and educational institutions, traffic management and other developmental matters. Addressing the gathering, the Member of Parliament assured the participants that issues requiring policy-level intervention would be taken up at appropriate forums, including forthcoming sessions of Parliament. The MP further assured the public that their genuine concerns would be pursued for redressal. On the occasion, he also directed the officers of concerned departments to take prompt action on genuine grievances and issues raised during the interaction and ensure their timely resolution. The Public Darbar witnessed participation from people and different stakeholders. District and sectoral Officers of different departments attended the event.
Empowered Citizens Key to Viksit Bharat: Speaker
Addresses conference of CPA India Region Zone-II at Chandigarh RK News Service Chandigarh, June 9: The vision of Viksit Bharat is ultimately a vision of empowered citizens, effective institutions and responsible leadership. It is a vision where every citizen becomes a stakeholder in national progress and every legislator becomes an agent of positive transformation. This was stated by the Speaker Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, while addressing a two day conference of CPA India Region Zone-II held at Chandigarh on 8 and 9 June in presence of Speaker Lok Sabha Shri Om Birla, Deputy Chairman Rajya Sabha Harivansh, Speaker Haryana Legislative Assembly Harvinder Kalyan, Presiding Officers and legislators The Speaker, while speaking on the topic Role of Aware Society and Legislators in realizing future challenges and goal of Viksit Bharat 2047, said that under the vision of a developed India or Viksit Bharat, our Nation is moving with confidence towards becoming a global leader in economic growth, innovation, governance, sustainability and human development. The Speaker said that no vision can be realized by the governments alone. The true architects of a developed Nation are its citizens and the true custodians of democratic aspirations are its legislators. He added that a democracy flourishes when the citizens are informed, engaged and conscious of both their rights and responsibilities. An aware society is not merely one that participates in elections; it is one that actively contributes to public discourse, respects constitutional values, upholds social harmony and remains vigilant in safeguarding democratic institutions maintained the Speaker. Rather stated that unprecedented technological advancement has empowered the citizens but it has also created new challenges in the form of misinformation, polarization and declining trust in institutions. Therefore, the need of the hour is not just access to information but access to credible information, critical thinking and civic education. As Legislators it is our responsibility to strengthen the democratic literacy, promote transparency and make governance more accessible, accountable and encourage a culture where the citizens are informed participants rather than passive observers, asserted the Speaker. The Speaker underscored that Indias greatest strength is its youth so the role of young legislators assumes extraordinary significance. They bring energy, innovation, technological understanding and contemporary perspectives into legislative institutions, he added. The Speaker highlighted that Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a transformative impact of citizen participation, youth engagement and developmental initiatives. Our young people increasingly aspire to become innovators, entrepreneurs, professionals and public representatives. Their enthusiasm and determination reflect the spirit of a confident and forward-looking India he said. The Speaker emphasized that the success of Viksit Bharat will not be measured only by economic indicators or infrastructure projects. It will be measured by the strength of our democratic institutions, the awareness of our citizens, the participation of our youth and the inclusiveness of our development.
Apni Party Calls for Unified Push on Statehood
RK News Service Srinagar, June 9: Apni Party on Tuesday called for a united political approach to seek the restoration of statehood and other constitutional rights of Jammu and Kashmir, urging all stakeholders to set aside differences and engage with the Centre through a coordinated strategy. Addressing a press conference at the party headquarters in Srinagar, Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari said the partys Political Affairs Committee had recently reviewed the prevailing political situation and discussed the issue of restoring statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. Bukhari said the demand for statehood and constitutional rights should not be reduced to a party-specific agenda, asserting that it requires collective efforts by all political stakeholders. Let all stakeholders come together to identify and prioritise the issues, formulate a roadmap and then engage with the Centre in a coordinated and constructive manner, he said. Drawing parallels with Ladakh and Kargil, Bukhari said leaders there had set aside their differences to pursue common demands before New Delhi and stressed that political parties in Jammu and Kashmir should adopt a similar approach. He reiterated that the Apni Party believes meaningful progress on J&Ks issues can be achieved through dialogue and engagement with the Centre rather than confrontation. The Apni Party chief said the restoration of statehood remains the partys top priority, but added that other constitutional rights and guarantees that were withdrawn after August 5, 2019, also need to be restored. He specifically referred to the merger of the J&K IAS and KAS cadres with AGMUT and said such issues should also be taken up with the Centre. Bukhari further urged the Union Government to initiate dialogue with the people of Jammu and Kashmir, particularly the youth, recalling assurances made by the Prime Minister and the Union Home Minister. Highlighting public concerns, he said unemployment among educated youth, corruption and the plight of prisoners deserving clemency remain major challenges that require urgent attention. He added that Apni Party would support any collective initiative aimed at raising genuine public issues with the Centre, irrespective of which political party leads the effort.
Ravi Reclaimed: Shaping Punjabs Past & Redefining Its Future
The countless stories which Ravi has been carrying through times of yore cannot be appropriated by a mere 78 years of conflict narrative between India and Pakistan COLONEL SATISH SINGH LALOTRA For centuries, the river Ravi has flowed through the heart of Punjabs history, culture and civilisation. Revered in ancient texts, celebrated in folklore, and crucial to the agricultural prosperity of the region, Ravi has been much more than a watercourse. Flowing through myriad names, the kind of which most of Indians may not be even aware of, viz., Vedic Parushni, Puranic Irvati, Greek Hydraotes, river Ravi is one such water body of our sub-continent which is arguably the most talked about, referred as well as venerated that meets its more than equal in the form of the Indus. It is not for nothing that the ubiquitous phrase- Heth Vage Ravi Darya or Below flows the river Ravi became the sine qua non in most of the songs and stories of Punjab, both past and contemporary. Most of the contemporary writers and poets of the Punjabi language in India lament that Punjabis have always written poetry and even prose around their rivers that have been left back in Pakistan. Whereas Pakistan, on the other hand, thinks most of Punjabs rivers have been left back in India. This is true more so in the case of the river Ravi, unlike other rivers of the Indus basin. With 23rd April 2026 having gone past, reminding all of us of the completion of more than one year of the holding in abeyance of the IWT ( Indus Water Treaty) in the wake of the infamous Pahalgam attack by Pakistan-based terrorists, it is time to cast a glance at one of the major river systems of this IWT ( Ravi) from an altogether different perspective. That of a water system which has bound both warring nations (India & Pakistan), ranging from livelihood, customs, culture, poetry and literature with each other for aeons. Unlike other rivers of the Indus basin, the Ravi is fed more by monsoon than by glaciers. Though having a modest yield, Ravis impact on the ecology and on human societies has been deep and nothing short of being stupendous. It would be worth each drop of water of the river Ravi to undertake a short ethnographical view of this water system on the eve of the first year of its scrapping( though temporarily) of the IWT by India that will enable the readers of this column of mine to understand its connection with its people, on both sides of the Radcliff line. Those who worship it, fear it, and on whose banks in 1929 the clarion call for the independence of India ( Poorna swaraj) was given by the first PM, Nehru, Ravi still rules the mental firmament of this sub-continent as no other river system. The precursor to this write-up of mine stemmed from my recent train journey ( Rajdhani Express) while coming back from my home town Jammu to Delhi and crossing the river Ravi that has been the traditional boundary between the erstwhile state of J&K and Punjab for centuries. The sight of still damaged Madhopur barrage on this river, wrought by last years torrential rains in August 2025, jolted me back to the stark realities of todays geopolitical situation as it confronts our sub-continent. The fact that the Pakistani side of Punjab was as badly affected by this rivers raging waves last monsoon as was the Indian side needs no elaboration. That river Ravi stood at the crossroads of all major historical events of this sub-continent dating back to the Indus valley civilisation circa 3300-2800 BC, so central that the first phase of Harappan urban development has been aptly named as Ravi phase is in itself a statement that needs no further elucidation. The fact that even the British placed this water body in the 1846 Treaty of Amritsar as a vital geographical and political boundary to define the newly formed borders of the Dogra princely state of J&K under its suzerainty, marking the regions official transition from Sikh rule to Dogra ownership, underscores Ravis relevance across myriad time lines. As if this was not enough, astounding discoveries talk of rosewood and deodar logs floating down the river 5000 years ago. Fish caught in its paleo channels forming an important part of the diet and surprisingly advanced urban development adapting to floods rather than merely fighting them, Ravi has much to offer to its admirers, cutting across myriad time lines. The fall of urban Harappa is also traced to the decisive avulsion of the river away from the settlement. As river Parushni in Rigveda, circa 1500 BC, Ravis banks were the battleground for Dashrajna or the war of the Ten kings. Indira, the lord of the free-flowing rivers, is described as crossing the woolly foam of Parushni. And even today, Gaddi shepherds set off on their long remembered migratory routes with woolly sheep along this river. Somewhere around the 5th century BC, ancient grammarian Yaska recorded that the Parushni of the Rig-Veda is same as Iravati. It is Iravati that is found in Ramayana and Mahabharata, where Sita found refuge in its forested banks. Yaksa saysThey call it Iravati as Parushni; a mountain river with a sinuous path. In the headwater forests deep in the valleys of Himachal Pradesh are found the conifer trees going by the name Rei, and hence the name of Ravi. In the 4th century BC, Alexander of Macedonia sailed the Ravi several times, forded it and, as was his habit, drove the native tribes to a bloody battle. The Greeks recorded the river as Hydraotis or Hyarotis at that time. If one goes further upstream in Himachal Pradesh, the headwaters of the Ravi were always the lifeline of the relatively isolated Chamba kingdom. The river system connected high mountain passes and fierce deities with the capitals of Bharmour and Chamba. The ancient Manimahesh Kailash yatra still traces its origins from this
Cockroach Janta Party: The Questions Its Leadership Cannot Escape
For a movement that seeks to shape public opinion on a national scale, scrutiny is not unfair. It is unavoidable MANZOOR BHAT The Image CJP Wants India to See Over the past few months, the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has rapidly transformed from a little-known social media phenomenon into a movement that commands national attention. Through carefully crafted messaging and an aggressive online presence, it has projected itself as an independent platform representing ordinary Indians against an unresponsive political establishment. To its supporters, CJP is the voice of the common citizen. To its critics, however, the movement raises questions that become more difficult to ignore with every passing day. The debate surrounding CJP is no longer about its slogans or its social media campaigns. The real debate is about the people behind the movement, the political networks surrounding them, and whether the image being presented to the public reflects the full reality. As with every political movement that rises rapidly and claims to represent millions, the most important place to begin is not with what it says, but with who is leading it. The Man Behind the Movement At the centre of CJP stands its founder, Abhijeet Dipke. For a movement that presents itself as an independent citizens initiative, Dipkes political background has become a subject of increasing scrutiny. Public reports and archived material have linked him to the Aam Aadmi Partys social media ecosystem, while old posts attributed to him reportedly show him expressing gratitude towards senior AAP leader Manish Sisodia and reaffirming his commitment to the party. Dipke has maintained that he stepped away from active political involvement after moving to the United States for higher studies. However, that explanation has done little to silence questions. In an age where political campaigns, digital operations, and narrative-building are increasingly conducted online, physical distance means very little. Critics, therefore argue that the more relevant question is not whether Dipke left India, but whether he truly left the political ecosystem he had been associated with. On their own, such associations are not evidence of wrongdoing. India is a democracy, and political participation is a legitimate right. However, the issue is not whether Dipke once had political affiliations. The issue is whether the public is being given the complete picture. When a movement presents itself as a fresh alternative to conventional politics while being led by individuals with documented political histories, questions naturally arise about how independent that movement truly is. This is where the story begins to move beyond personalities and towards patterns. The Faces Around the Movement The questions surrounding CJP do not end with its founder. If anything, they become even more interesting when one examines the individuals the movement recently appointed as its public faces. When CJP announced Ashutosh Ranka, Vijeta Dahiya, and Saurav Das as official spokespersons, the decision immediately attracted attention because each of them carried baggage from the same political ecosystem that CJP insists it stands apart from. Among the three, Ashutosh Rankas links are perhaps the most direct. Ranka previously served as both a national spokesperson and state spokesperson for the Aam Aadmi Party in Rajasthan. For years, he represented the party in public debates, authored opinion pieces defending its positions, and regularly appeared in television discussions as one of AAPs recognised voices. His presence within CJP, therefore, raises an obvious question. If the movement is genuinely detached from traditional party structures, why are former party spokespersons occupying such visible positions within its leadership? Vijeta Dahiya presents a different but equally interesting case. While he was never formally enrolled as an AAP office- bearer, his public record reflects extensive support for the party and its campaigns. He actively promoted AAP during previous elections and became associated with a broader digital ecosystem that frequently aligned itself with opposition narratives. Dahiya is also known for his work as a researcher and scriptwriter for Dhruv Rathee, a prominent political commentator who has publicly expressed support for AAP on multiple occasions. The third spokesperson, Saurav Das, further complicates the picture. While not an official AAP functionary, Das built a reputation through activism, investigative reporting, and commentary that often intersected with issues involving senior AAP leadership. His name gained wider attention during legal controversies related to reporting and social media commentary surrounding the Delhi excise policy case. Critics have long argued that his work frequently aligned with narratives favourable to the party and its leadership. Viewed individually, each of these backgrounds can be explained away as a coincidence. Yet politics is not usually analysed through isolated coincidences. It is analysed through recurring patterns. When a movement that claims to be independent repeatedly places individuals with links, sympathies, or professional histories connected to the same political ecosystem at the centre of its public operations, scepticism becomes inevitable. The question is no longer about a single individual. It becomes a question about the ecosystem from which the movement has emerged. A Familiar Political Playbook Indian politics has witnessed this model before. More than a decade ago, the anti-corruption movement led by Anna Hazare captured the imagination of millions. It began as a citizens movement that claimed to stand above political parties and ideological divisions. Yet over time, that movement evolved into the Aam Aadmi Party, one of the most successful political experiments in modern Indian history. The lesson from that period was simple. Public anger can be transformed into political capital. Many critics see echoes of that strategy in the rise of CJP. Once again, a movement has emerged claiming to represent ordinary citizens against a flawed system. Once again, social media serves as the primary engine of mobilisation. Once again, anti-establishment messaging forms the core of its public identity. The similarities do not automatically prove coordination or control. But they are significant enough to invite scrutiny. Political movements are rarely judged solely by what they claim to be. They are judged by their methods, their leadership, and the broader context in which they emerge. This broader context makes the
11 Vehicles Seized in Illegal Mining Operations in Baramulla, Ganderbal
SRINAGAR: Police in Jammu and Kashmir have seized 11 vehicles, including tippers, tractors and a JCB machine, during separate operations against illegal mining activities in Baramulla and Ganderbal districts, officials said on Tuesday. In Baramulla, police intercepted a JCB machine allegedly engaged in unauthorised extraction of mining material at Dever Yakhmanpora and imposed a fine []
United States Must Respond: Trump Says Iran Shot Down US Military Helicopter Near Strait of Hormuz
SRINAGAR: US President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran shot down a US military Apache helicopter operating near the Strait of Hormuz, warning that Washington must, of necessity, respond to the incident. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump said he had been informed that Iranian forces targeted and downed one of our []
Jammu Kashmir Sees 42 Per Cent Precipitation Deficit During January-May
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir recorded a 36 per cent rainfall deficit in May, pushing the overall precipitation shortfall for the January-May period to 42 per cent and raising concerns over water availability, agriculture and hydropower generation in the coming months, according to data released by Kashmir Weather, an independent weather forecaster. According to details, the []
South Kashmir: Narcotics and Rs 25.50 Lakh Cash Recovered by Police
SRINAGAR: Police in south Kashmirs Anantnag district on Tuesday recovered 104 grams of charas-like substance and Rs 25.50 lakh in cash during a raid conducted in the Tulkhan area of Bijbehara, marking a significant breakthrough in an ongoing anti-narcotics operation. Acting on reliable information regarding the concealment of narcotics by a suspected drug peddler, identified []
Gulmarg Gondola Closure Extended Indefinitely
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Cable Car Corporation (JKCCC) has extended the closure of the Gulmarg Gondola indefinitely, two weeks after a major technical malfunction left more than 300 tourists stranded mid-air and triggered a massive rescue operation. In a fresh communique, the corporation stated that the Gondola will remain closed for tourists until further []
Jammu Kashmir Mandates Mother Tongue, Home Language as Instruction Medium in Schools
SRINAGAR: The government Tuesday said that mother tongue and home language shall be used as the primary medium of instruction in early years in schools of Jammu and Kashmir with gradual bridging to additional languages. It also ordered the school administration to ensure that by the end of Grade II, every child reads age-appropriate text []
Ensure No Inconvenience During Muharram: Deputy CM
SRINAGAR: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Tuesday carried out an extensive inspection of several Shia-majority areas of Srinagar to review arrangements for the smooth and peaceful observance of Muharram-ul-Haram. The Deputy Chief Minister visited key religious sites, including the Shrine of Mir Shams-ud-Din Araki (RA) at Zadibal, Imam Bara Zadibal and Imam Bara Hassanabad, []
SRINAGAR: The Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) has operationalised an integrated system combining artificial intelligence-based road monitoring with a cold emulsion pothole patching machine worth Rs 1.3 crore to enable scientific and timely repair of damaged roads across Jammu city. The initiative was showcased during a live demonstration organised for the media, highlighting the corporations shift []
Daily Wagers to Get Rs 5 Lakh Accident Cover Under Jammu Kashmir GovtJammu Kashmir Bank Pact
SRINAGAR: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with JK Bank to provide a range of banking, credit and insurance benefits to daily-rated workers, contractual employees and other casual workers engaged across government departments. The agreement, described as part of the governments broader push towards inclusive financial empowerment, []
ANANTNAG, Jun 9 : Continuing its intensified crackdown against the drug menace, Anantnag Police on Tuesday claimed a major success by recovering 104 grams of charas-like substance and cash amounting to 25.50 lakh during a raid in the Tulkhan area of Bijbehara, leading to the arrest of an alleged drug peddler. Police said the action was carried out on the basis of specific and credible information suggesting that a notorious drug peddler had concealed narcotic substances at his under-construction house [] The post Massive Blow To Drug Network: 104 Grams Of Charas, 25.50 Lakh Cash Seized In Anantnag; Drug Peddler Arrested appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
JAMMU, Jun 9: Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) has operationalised an integrated system combining AI-based road monitoring with a cold emulsion pothole patching machine worth 1.3 crore for the scientific and timely repair of damaged roads across Jammu city. The initiative was showcased today during a live demonstration organised for the media. Commissioner (JMC) Dr Devansh Yadav said the corporation has adopted a proactive approach to road maintenance by leveraging modern technology to identify and repair potholes before the onset of [] The post JMC Launches AI-Driven Pothole Detection System And Cold Emulsion Patching Machine For Pre-Monsoon Road Repairs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
KPDCL Announces Series of Power Shutdowns
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Rs 2.47 Crore Flood Protection Project Launched Along Chenab River In Jammu
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297 JKAS Officers Confirmed After Successful Completion Of Probation
JAMMU, June 9: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has confirmed the services of 297 Junior Scale JKAS officers after deeming them to have satisfactorily completed their probation period. See Order Copy Click Here The post 297 JKAS Officers Confirmed After Successful Completion Of Probation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
New Delhi/Srinagar, June 09: Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways Shri Nitin Gadkari today witnessed the historic breakthrough of the main tunnel at the eastern portal of the Zojila Tunnel Project at Minamarg in Kargil district. Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir Shri Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Shri Omar Abdullah, Members of Parliament, public [] The post Historic Breakthrough Achieved at Zojila Tunnel Project; Nitin Gadkari Highlights Transformational Connectivity Initiatives Across Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
J&K Govt Regularizes 17 Incharge Chief Engineers In R&B Department
JAMMU, June 9: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has regularized 17 In-charge Chief Engineers (Civil) as Chief Engineers (Civil) in the Public Works (R&B) Department. See Order Copy Click Here The post J&K Govt Regularizes 17 Incharge Chief Engineers In R&B Department appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
12 Senior Stenographers Get 1st In-Situ Promotion In J&K Secretariat
JAMMU, June 9: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has accorded sanction to the grant of 1st In-Situ Promotion to 12 Senior Stenographers of the J&K Secretariat (Subordinate) Service under the J&K Civil Services (Higher Standard Pay Scale Scheme) Rules, 1996. See Order Copy Click Here The post 12 Senior Stenographers Get 1st In-Situ Promotion In J&K Secretariat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
16 In-charge Section Officers Regularized In J&K Secretariat Service
JAMMU, June 9: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has regularized 16 In-charge Section Officers of the J&K Secretariat (Subordinate) Service as Section Officers following the recommendations of the Departmental Promotion Committee (DPC). See Order Copy Click Here The post 16 In-charge Section Officers Regularized In J&K Secretariat Service appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Probe Ordered After Pregnant Woman Forced To Walk For Medical Aid In J&Ks Ramban
BANIHAL/JAMMU, Jun 9: Authorities have ordered an inquiry after a pregnant woman was allegedly forced to walk to seek medical assistance due to the non-availability of an ambulance in Jammu and Kashmirs Ramban district. Ramban Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr Kamal G Zadoo has ordered an inquiry following allegations that an ambulance driver refused to travel to the remote Tangar village to transport 23-year-old Nayeema Banoo, officials said. Banoo reportedly developed pregnancy-related complications and required urgent medical attention. According to [] The post Probe Ordered After Pregnant Woman Forced To Walk For Medical Aid In J&Ks Ramban appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Shopians Waseem Ahmad Bakshi Selected For Indian Para Cricket Team
SHOPIAN, Jun 9: In an inspiring achievement for Jammu & Kashmir and a proud moment for district Shopian, Waseem Ahmad Bakshi, son of a labourer, Mohammad Sadiq Bakshi Cheki Diaroo Drangnar village, who has been selected for the Indian Para Cricket Team recently, met Deputy Commissioner, Shopian Shishir Gupta today at Mini Secretariat. DC Shopian congratulated Waseem on his achievement and hoped that his remarkable feat will inspire others towards the sports. Waseems success is the result of years of [] The post Shopians Waseem Ahmad Bakshi Selected For Indian Para Cricket Team appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SRINAGAR, JUNE 9: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today joined the Honble Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Shri Nitin Gadkari at the breakthrough ceremony of the historic Zojila Tunnel. The Lieutenant Governor expressed gratitude to the Honble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Honble Union Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari for making this vision [] The post LG Manoj Sinha said this landmark project will usher in a new era of connectivity and development for J&K and Ladakh appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
CM Omar Abdullah, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari jointly inspect progress of Zojila Tunnel project
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Chief Secy Calls For Saturation Of Beneficiary-Oriented Schemes Across J&K
SRINAGAR, Jun 9: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level review meeting attended by the concerned Administrative Secretaries to assess the implementation and saturation of individual beneficiary-oriented schemes being executed by various departments across Jammu and Kashmir. During the meeting, the Chief Secretary stressed the need for ensuring complete saturation of all eligible beneficiaries under these welfare schemes by proactively reaching out to the people and generating mass awareness through different communication channels. The Chief Secretary impressed upon all [] The post Chief Secy Calls For Saturation Of Beneficiary-Oriented Schemes Across J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Two Childrens Die after falling into Irrigation Canal at Goripora Kangan
Kangan: Two minor children lost their lives after accidentally slipping into an irrigation canal at Goripora village in the Kangan area of Ganderbal district on Tuesday afternoon. According to officials, the incident occurred when the children were near the Baba irrigation canal passing through the village. In a tragic turn of events, both minors slipped []
PoK killings: Protests in front of Pakistan consulate in UK
LONDON, June 9: Kashmiri protesters on Tuesday staged a demonstration in front of the Pakistani Consulate in Bradford, the UK, over the firing on mourners at a funeral in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) in which at least 11 people were killed. This came days after 30 British MPs sought diplomatic intervention over the massive human rights abuses in PoK. The clampdown in PoK came amid a planned protest rally by the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) for subsidised flour and electricity. [] The post PoK killings: Protests in front of Pakistan consulate in UK appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rs 6,800-Cr Zojila Tunnel Project In J&K Achieves Breakthrough In Excavation Work
Drass/ Minimarg, Jun 9 : The Rs 6,800-crore Zojila tunnel, Asias longest tunnel connecting the Kashmir Valley to Ladakh, on Tuesday achieved a significant breakthrough with a blast breaking through the last 2.5 metres of the 13-km high-altitude infrastructure project that cuts through the Himalayas. Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari performed the breakthrough blasting of the main tunnel being constructed at an altitude of 11,578 feet above sea level, around 24 km from Sonamarg and 103 [] The post Rs 6,800-Cr Zojila Tunnel Project In J&K Achieves Breakthrough In Excavation Work appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Two Minor Children Drown in Irrigation Canal at Goripora, Kangan
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12 Years Of Modi Govt Integrated J&K Into Indias Mainstream Journey: Dr Jitendra
HIRANAGAR, June 9 : 12 years of Modi Government integrated Jammu & Kashmir into Indias mainstream journey. In addition, J&K also benefited from the Modi Governments transformative journey marked by decisive governance, infrastructure development, technological advancement and welfare schemes reaching the last mile. This was stated by Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology; Earth Sciences, and Minister of State in the Prime Ministers Office, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh today [] The post 12 Years Of Modi Govt Integrated J&K Into Indias Mainstream Journey: Dr Jitendra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Apni Party Urges United Political Fight For Restoration Of Statehood & Constitutional Rights
SRINAGAR, Jun 9: Jammu and Kashmir Apni Party on Tuesday called upon all political parties to unite and jointly press for the restoration of statehood and other constitutional rights of Jammu and Kashmir that were revoked after August 5, 2019, saying stakeholders must adopt a coordinated strategy and engage with the Centre in one voice. Addressing a press conference at the party headquarters in Srinagar, Apni Party President Altaf Bukhari said that the partys Political Affairs Committee had recently met [] The post Apni Party Urges United Political Fight For Restoration Of Statehood & Constitutional Rights appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Adani Energy Solutions to acquire smart meter player IntelliSmart for Rs 3,050 cr
NEW DELHI, June 9: Adani Energy Solutions Ltd (AESL) has inked a securities purchase agreement to acquire a 100 per cent equity stake in IntelliSmart Infrastructure for Rs 3,050 crore. IntelliSmart Infrastructure is a leading smart metering JV between National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) and Energy Efficiency Services Ltd (EESL), a statement said. According to the statement, AESL has executed a binding securities purchase and subscription agreement (SPSA) to acquire a 100 per cent equity stake in IntelliSmart Infrastructure. [] The post Adani Energy Solutions to acquire smart meter player IntelliSmart for Rs 3,050 cr appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mamata meets Sonia amid rebellion in Trinamool
NEW DELHI, June 9: A day after an opposition INDIA bloc meeting stressed unity and better coordination among the alliance partners, Trinamool Congress supremo Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday met senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi at her 10, Janpath residence. Sources said the two leaders are learnt to have discussed the strategy between the two parties going forward after the opposition bloc meeting, and following an exodus of Trinamool members after the partys defeat to the BJP in the recent Bengal [] The post Mamata meets Sonia amid rebellion in Trinamool appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM Modi, Kuwaits Amir hold talks on West Asia situation
New Delhi [India], June 9 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held a telephone conversation on Tuesday with the Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al Sabah, the Prime Ministers Office said in a statement. The two leaders exchanged views on the evolving security situation in West Asia. Prime Minister Modi expressed deep concern over the escalation of tensions and reaffirmed Indias strong condemnation of attacks on Kuwaits sovereignty and territorial integrity. He reiterated the call for de-escalation, dialogue and diplomacy for the earliest restoration of peace and stability. Prime Minister Modi thanked the Emir for his personal attention to the continued well-being and the safety of the large Indian community in Kuwait, as per the statement. The phone call comes as US President Donald Trump has reiterated that the naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz will remain strictly enforced until a definitive agreement is secured with Tehran. The US President offered these assessments while speaking to reporters whilst departing New York after attending the NBA Finals match between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs, noting that active dialogue with Tehran was progressing and could yield absolute clarity shortly. Were in the final throes of a very good deal that will not allow, in any way or form, nuclear weapons. And the Strait will open up right away. Itll open up immediately upon signing, which could be in two or three days, he added. Vowing to maintain maximum economic pressure on the regime through this strategy, Trump asserted that no oil, no income, no nothing would be permitted to transit through the critical maritime corridor until a final agreement is officially inked. Expressing strong optimism regarding the trajectory of the ongoing backchannel talks, the US President indicated that a major diplomatic breakthrough could materialise within a matter of days. (ANI)
Will Join NCs Jantar Mantar Protest, But Core Demand Remains Article 370: MP Aga Ruhullah
SRINAGAR: Member of Parliament Aga Ruhullah Mehdi on Tuesday said he will join the National Conferences proposed protest at Jantar Mantar, but emphasised that his primary demand remains the restoration of Article 370, not just statehood. Speaking to reporters in Pulwama, Ruhullah said he would definitely participate but stressed that the struggle should not be []
India Urges Global Community To Hold Pakistan Accountable After Deadly PoJK Violence
NEW DELHI, Jun 9: India on Tuesday came down hard on Islamabad for its brutality against people in Pakistan-Occupied-Jammu-Kashmir (PoJK) and called on the international community to hold that country accountable for its abuses. Indias reaction came as over 20 people were reportedly killed in police action on protesters in several parts of PoJK. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, slamming Pakistan said, there have been desperate attempts by Islamabad to cover-up its failings and deflect attention away from its [] The post India Urges Global Community To Hold Pakistan Accountable After Deadly PoJK Violence appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Will join NCs Jantar Mantar protest, but core demand remains Article 370: Aga Ruhullah
Anantnag: Member of Parliament Aga Ruhullah Mehdi on Tuesday said he will join the National Conferences proposed protest at Jantar Mantar, but emphasised that his primary demand remains the restoration of Article 370, not just statehood. Speaking to reporters in Pulwama, Ruhullah, said he would definitely participate but stressed that the struggle should not be []
Vitamin deficiencies higher among those at increased risk of dementia, study suggests
NEW DELHI, June 9: Prevalence of vitamin D, B2, B6 and B9 deficiencies was significantly higher in those at a high risk of dementia among 556 middle-aged and older adults in Telengana, compared with those at low risk, a study published in The Lancet Regional Health Southeast Asia journal has found. The findings highlight the potential role of vitamin status as a modifiable determinant of dementia risk factor burden, researchers said. Thirty nine per cent of the participants were predicted [] The post Vitamin deficiencies higher among those at increased risk of dementia, study suggests appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SRINAGAR: A controversy erupted after a senior BJP functionary from Jammu and Kashmir alleged that he was denied accommodation at a hotel in Maharashtra because of his Kashmiri identity, prompting sharp political reactions from the ruling National Conference (NC) in the Union Territory. Sajid Yousuf Shah, BJPs co-media in-charge for Jammu and Kashmir, claimed that []
Srinagar: Beneath the snow-bound mountains of Zojila, an engineer from Iran found himself celebrating a breakthrough that felt as personal as it was historic. As Indias longest road tunnel inches closer to completion, Yusuf, an Iranian engineer who has played a key role in constructing the strategically significant Zojila Tunnel, sees it as more than []
Northern Railway to Run Special KatraHaridwar Train
SRINAGAR: The Jammu division of Northern Railway will operate a special train service between Katra and Haridwar next week to manage the expected rush of pilgrims during Somvati Amavasya, an official said on Tuesday. The special train (No. 04606) will depart from Katra at 6:15 pm on June 14 and reach Haridwar at 6:30 am []
Kashmir Witnessing Era Of Peace, Stability Under PM Modi: MoS Defence
SRINAGAR, Jun 9: Highlighting surging tourist numbers and revival of filmmaking in Jammu and Kashmir, Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth on Tuesday said Kashmir is witnessing peace, stability and development under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Last year, 2.41 crore tourists visited Jammu and Kashmir, while 1.77 crore tourists have visited this year so far, he said while speaking to reporters after reviewing the AIIMS Awantipora project in Pulwama district. He also said that earlier, [] The post Kashmir Witnessing Era Of Peace, Stability Under PM Modi: MoS Defence appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Railways To Run Special Katra-Haridwar Service On Somvati Amavasya Next Week
JAMMU, Jun 9: To facilitate the travel of pilgrims during the upcoming Somvati Amavasya, the Northern Railways Jammu division will operate a special train service between Katra and Haridwar next week, an official said on Tuesday. The special train (No. 04606) will depart from Katra in Jammu and Kashmir at 6.15 pm on June 14 and arrive in Uttarakhands Haridwar at 6.30 am the following day. On the return journey, Train No. 04605 will leave Haridwar at 5.20 pm on [] The post Railways To Run Special Katra-Haridwar Service On Somvati Amavasya Next Week appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jaipurs Education Boom: Why Preschool Franchise Opportunities in India Are Pointing to Rajasthan
Jaipur is gaining attention as a strong centre for preschool education, supported by growing residential areas, rising parent awareness and demand for trusted learning spaces for young children. This shift is creating interest among entrepreneurs exploring a franchise in Jaipur. With brands like EuroKids expanding their presence, Rajasthan is becoming a key market for preschool business growth. A Growing Demand for Preschool Education Jaipur has seen steady urban development, and more families are now living in organised neighbourhoods. As these [] The post Jaipurs Education Boom: Why Preschool Franchise Opportunities in India Are Pointing to Rajasthan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Shah Hails Welfare, Infrastructure Achievements Under Modi As Govt Completes 12 Years
NEW DELHI, Jun 9: As the Narendra Modi government completed 12 years on Tuesday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah hailed the prime ministers leadership, saying the country has witnessed the simultaneous realization of welfare for the poor and unprecedented development. In a post on X, he said Modi had served the nation and its citizens tirelessly and highlighted a range of welfare and infrastructure initiatives undertaken during his tenure. Under Modi jis leadership, over these 12 years, the country has [] The post Shah Hails Welfare, Infrastructure Achievements Under Modi As Govt Completes 12 Years appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The Infrastructure Gap Enterprises Are Ignoring in Their AI Rollouts
Most enterprises have moved past asking whether AI works. The harder question now is whether their infrastructure can support it. Research among UK CIOs shows nearly four in five organisations believe infrastructure limitations are already slowing their ability to adopt and scale AI. The bottleneck is not strategy, budget, or talent. It is the network. Why AI Workloads Are Different AI workloads depend on the rapid movement of large volumes of data between data centres, cloud platforms and distributed edge [] The post The Infrastructure Gap Enterprises Are Ignoring in Their AI Rollouts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Forest Fire Rages Across Rajouri in Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: A massive forest fire erupted across multiple locations in the Rajouri forest division of Jammu and Kashmir, triggering a large-scale firefighting operation involving the Forest Department, Forest Protection Force (FPF), and local residents. Officials said the blaze affected forest areas in Khadian, Androla, Chakkli, Miahadi, and the Bathuni block, with firefighting operations continuing on []
Bihar CM indulging in cheap politics: Tejashwi on security downgrade, Rabris bungalow row
PATNA, Jun 9: RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Tuesday hit out at the Bihar government for allotting a bungalow occupied by his mother and former CM Rabri Devi to a minister and downgrading security cover for his parents, alleging that Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary was indulging in cheap politics. Yadav accused the BJP-led NDA dispensation of patronising corrupt officials and criminals, and claimed that the law and order has completely collapsed in the state. Samrat Choudhary is playing cheap politicsWhat [] The post Bihar CM indulging in cheap politics: Tejashwi on security downgrade, Rabris bungalow row appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir Police Urge Public to Report Suspicious Silent Calls
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Police have issued an advisory cautioning the public against a fraudulent scheme involving automated silent calls, which are allegedly being used by cybercriminals to identify active mobile numbers for future scams. According to the advisory, fraudsters deploy automated systems to place large volumes of calls. If a recipient answers the call, []
NIA Raids In Punjab, Haryana To Probe Terror-Gangster Nexus Cases Linked To Pak-Based Terrorist
NEW DELHI, Jun 9: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Tuesday searched multiple locations in Punjab and Haryana in connection with three terror-gangster network cases related to Pakistan-based terrorist Shahzad Bhatti. NIA teams conducted coordinated searches at multiple premises at 18 locations in nine districts of the two states and examined several persons to gather relevant information. They also seized several digital devices and documents, along with information linked with various communication networks, financial transactions and activities of persons under [] The post NIA Raids In Punjab, Haryana To Probe Terror-Gangster Nexus Cases Linked To Pak-Based Terrorist appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Trump says pilots are fine after US helicopter crashes near Strait of Hormuz
DUBAI, June 9: A US Army Apache attack helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz, with President Donald Trump saying the two crew members on board were fine after the incident involving the strategic waterway, which remains under a chokehold by Iran. What caused the crash remained unclear Tuesday morning in the Middle East, which was still reeling after Iran and Israel exchanged fire the previous day in the biggest blow yet to the straining ceasefire in the Iran war. [] The post Trump says pilots are fine after US helicopter crashes near Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indian envoy meets US tech leaders, discusses perspectives on future of AI
WASHINGTON, June 9: Indias Ambassador to the US Vinay Mohan Kwatra held a series of meetings with top American technology leaders and discussed perspectives on the trajectory of advanced technologies, including Quantum, and the future of AI. Kwatra held separate meetings on Monday to discuss investment expansion, supply chain resilience, and emerging technologies. He met President and CEO of Walmart and had a conversation on their investments in India. A productive conversation with Chris Nicholas, President and CEO of @Walmart, [] The post Indian envoy meets US tech leaders, discusses perspectives on future of AI appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
At least 2 Iranian military members killed in Israeli attack on Iran
DUBAI, June 9: Iranian state television on Tuesday reported that at least two members of an air defence unit were killed in the Israeli attacks that rocked the country the day before. The report represented the first time Iran acknowledged fatalities from the attacks, which have put the Mideast on edge and represented the biggest blow yet to the straining ceasefire in the Iran war. Iranian state TV identified the men as Bahman Hosseini and Ali Reza Abiri, without offering [] The post At least 2 Iranian military members killed in Israeli attack on Iran appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Omar Welcomes Zojila Breakthrough, Appeals To Gadkari To Launch Direct Air Connectivity To Kargil
MINIMARG (LADAKH), Jun 6: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday appealed to Union minister Nitin Gadkari to use his influence to launch direct air connectivity to Kargil. Speaking at the breakthrough ceremony of the Zojila tunnel here, Abdullah congratulated the people of Ladakh for getting closer to the realisation of the dream of all-weather connectivity. I congratulate the people of Ladakh and thank Gadkari and his officers in the ministry for this breakthrough, which will bring us [] The post Omar Welcomes Zojila Breakthrough, Appeals To Gadkari To Launch Direct Air Connectivity To Kargil appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kashmir: AAP MLA Mehraj Malik Alleges Curbs on Movement
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmirs lone Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA, Mehraj Malik, has alleged that his political activities and movement are being restricted by the administration following his release from jail earlier this year. Speaking to ETV Bharat, Malik claimed that he has not been allowed to travel beyond his Doda assembly constituency or organise []
India Inc to dole out salary hikes of up to 10.2 pc across industries in FY27: Report
MUMBAI, June 9: Corporate India is likely to see salary increments in the range of 8.6 per cent to 10.2 per cent across industries this financial year, primarily driven by sustained demand for skilled and execution-focused talent, a report said on Tuesday. TeamLease Services report, Jobs and Salaries Primer 2026-27, projects average salary increments of 8.6 per cent to 10.2 per cent, mainly led by high growth sectors including EV and EV Infrastructure, FinTech, Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals. Indias salary landscape [] The post India Inc to dole out salary hikes of up to 10.2 pc across industries in FY27: Report appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
FirstCry-promoted Swara Baby to file papers for up to Rs 1,000-cr IPO in June
NEW DELHI, June 9: Swara Baby Products, a contract manufacturer of baby diapers, adult diapers and feminine hygiene products backed by FirstCry, is planning to file draft papers with Sebi this month to raise funds up to Rs 1,000 crore through an Initial Public Offering (IPO), people familiar with the development said on Tuesday. The proposed IPO is expected to comprise a fresh issue of shares and an Offer for Sale (OFS) by existing shareholders, they added. JM Financial and [] The post FirstCry-promoted Swara Baby to file papers for up to Rs 1,000-cr IPO in June appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NEW DELHI, June 9: Indias defence sector is expected to witness accelerated adoption of indigenous technology and a fivefold jump in job creation over the next three years amid geopolitical shifts and rising security challenges, according to a survey. The new survey by Nexgen Exhibitions Pvt Ltd (NEPL) highlighted that international developments are poised to propel indigenous technology adoption in the sector to USD 36.45 billion over the next three years, a surge that could unlock a five-fold expansion in [] The post Geopolitical shifts to boost indigenous tech, five-fold jump in Job creation in defence sector: Survey appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ministry, NTA, NMC Officials To Face Par Panel On Health Tomorrow Over NEET Re-Exam
NEW DELHI, Jun 9: Top officials of the Health and Education ministries, National Testing Agency and National Medical Commission will brief a parliamentary panel on Wednesday over the conduct of the NEET-UG re-examination on June 21. The Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Health and Family Welfare has summoned the secretaries of Higher Education and Health, besides top officials of the NTA and NMC, to brief the panel on the NEET re-exam. This is the third parliamentary panel before whom the [] The post Ministry, NTA, NMC Officials To Face Par Panel On Health Tomorrow Over NEET Re-Exam appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Zoji La Tunnel A Game Changer For Ladakh: LG Saxena After Historic Breakthrough
LEH, Jun 9: Ladakh Lt Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on Tuesday described the historic breakthrough of the Zoji La Tunnel as a game changer for the Union Territory, saying it will revolutionise connectivity and drive the regions development. Calling the project a dream initiative of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Lt Governor said the tunnel will provide year-round connectivity between Ladakh and the rest of India while significantly improving access to border areas. The historic breakthrough of Zoji La Tunnel, [] The post Zoji La Tunnel A Game Changer For Ladakh: LG Saxena After Historic Breakthrough appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
