Budgam, Feb 25: Director General of Police (DGP) J&K, Nalin Prabhat, on Wednesday conducted a high-level security review in Budgam district and called for intensified, intelligence-led operations to dismantle the terror ecosystem and its support networks. DGP Prabhat, chaired a comprehensive Security Review Meeting in Budgam to assess the prevailing security scenario and operational preparedness of the district Police. The meeting was attended by Shri S.J.M. Geelani, IPS; Special DGP Coordination; IGP Kashmir Zone Shri V.K. Birdi, IPS; DIG Central [] The post DGP Prabhat Cracks Down On Terror Ecosystem In Budgam, Orders Aggressive Intelligence-Driven Operations appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
New Delhi, Feb 25: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday intensified its crackdown on the Delhi Red Fort area bomb blast case by arresting two more alleged terror operatives from Jammu and Kashmir, taking the total number of arrests in the case to eleven. In a statement, NIA has apprehended two more terror operatives allegedly involved in the Delhi Red Fort area bomb blast conspiracy, taking the total number of arrests in the case to 11. The duo, identified [] The post NIA Cracks Down On Delhi Red Fort Blast Conspiracy; Two More J&K Operatives Arrested, Total Held Reaches 11 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Traffic Restrictions Imposed In Srinagar On Feb 26 In View Of VVIP Visit
Srinagar, Feb 25: Traffic Police Srinagar has issued a detailed advisory for tomorrow i.e; February 26, 2026, in view of a VVIP visit to the city, announcing traffic restrictions and diversions from 0700 hours to 1400 hours. According to the advisory issued by the Srinagar Traffic Police Office, no motorist shall be allowed to ply towards Nishat, Shalimar, Harwan and adjacent areas via Badyari Chowk and Gupkar. Similarly, no traffic shall be permitted to move from Ram Munshibagh towards Grand [] The post Traffic Restrictions Imposed In Srinagar On Feb 26 In View Of VVIP Visit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ACB Registers DA Case Against J&K DyCMs Brother, Conducts Search At 10 Locations In Jammu, Rajouri
Jammu, Feb 25: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Wednesday registered a disproportionate assets case against Vijay Singh Choudhary, a police inspector and brother of Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary, and conducted searches at 10 locations across Jammu and Rajouri districts, officials said. While posted at different places, the officer allegedly raised assets worth crores of rupees, including more than 10 properties houses, shops and land parcels spread over about 100 kanals mostly in the [] The post ACB Registers DA Case Against J&K DyCMs Brother, Conducts Search At 10 Locations In Jammu, Rajouri appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K | Cong Holds Protest Against IYC Chiefs Arrest, Demands Release Of Detained Leaders
Jammu, Feb 25: Congress workers on Wednesday held protests in Jammu city against the arrest of Indian Youth Congress (IYC) chief Uday Bhanu Chib and others in connection with the shirtless protest at the AI impact summit in the capital last week, demanding immediate release of the detained leaders. Led by Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress working president Raman Bhalla, workers took out a protest march from the party office on Residency Road, carrying placards and raising slogans against the [] The post J&K | Cong Holds Protest Against IYC Chiefs Arrest, Demands Release Of Detained Leaders appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Armed forces need to shift from net-centric operations to intelligent warfare: CDS Chauhan
Hyderabad, Feb 25: As warfare expands from physical to the synthetic and cognitive realms, the armed forces need to transition from net-centric operations to intelligent warfare and move beyond MDO to ARADO, CDS General Anil Chauhan has said. He also emphasised the need to establish non-nuclear strategic deterrence, ensuring the ability to win at every level of escalation, a defence release said here on Wednesday. General Chauhan delivered his inaugural address at the annual seminar on the theme Multi-Domain Integrated [] The post Armed forces need to shift from net-centric operations to intelligent warfare: CDS Chauhan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ladakh Admin Grants Notional Increments To Remove Pay Anomaly
LEH, Feb 25: The Union Territory of Ladakh has ordered grant of notional annual increments to employees appointed under the Jammu & Kashmir Special Recruitment Rules, 2015 (SRO-202), to remove seniorjunior pay anomalies, following directions of the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Jammu Bench. See Order Copy Click Here The post Ladakh Admin Grants Notional Increments To Remove Pay Anomaly appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vice President Radhakrishnan Arrives In J&K On Two-Day Visit
Srinagar, Feb 25 : Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan arrived here on Wednesday on a two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir. A Business Boeing Jet carrying the Vice President landed at Srinagar Airport on Wednesday evening. Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Srinagar-headquartered 15 Corps of the Army, and J&K Director General of Police (DGP) received the Vice President at the airport. He travelled in [] The post Vice President Radhakrishnan Arrives In J&K On Two-Day Visit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dr Jitendra Launches Green Building Construction In IIIM Jammu, Hails Presidents Award For Aroma
JAMMU, Feb 25 : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences; and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh laid the foundation stone of a new state-of-the-art Green building, possibly the first of its kind, at CSIR-IIIM (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine here today. The Biological, Chemical and Quality Control and Quality Assurance (QCQA) block will complement the existing campus, providing critically required laboratory [] The post Dr Jitendra Launches Green Building Construction In IIIM Jammu, Hails Presidents Award For Aroma appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Zero Tolerance Policy Against Illegal Mining In J&K: Deputy Chief Minister
JAMMU, Feb 25: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today reiterated the Governments firm commitment to a zero-tolerance policy against illegal mining across Jammu and Kashmir, asserting that strict action will be taken against violators as well as the negligent officials. During an inspection of the riverbed area near the 4th Bridge over River Tawi, the Deputy Chief Minister took serious note of mining activities allegedly being carried out in violation of established norms. The Deputy Chief Minister was accompanied by [] The post Zero Tolerance Policy Against Illegal Mining In J&K: Deputy Chief Minister appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar Abdullah Lays Foundation For 190 Cr Urban Development Projects In Srinagar, Budgam
SRINAGAR, Feb 25: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today laid the foundation for infrastructure and river conservation projects worth over 190 crore across Srinagar and Budgam districts, marking a significant push towards urban transformation and environmental sustainability. Spanning five constituencies, the projects focus on urban beautification, pollution abatement of the Jhelum River, and advanced sewerage treatment infrastructure for Doodh Ganga, reflecting the Governments commitment to improving civic amenities, enhancing climate resilience, and restoring water bodies. At Rainawari, the Chief Minister laid [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Lays Foundation For 190 Cr Urban Development Projects In Srinagar, Budgam appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Skipper Dogra Set To Be Fined 50% Of His Match Fees For Head-Butting Karnatakas KV Aneesh
Hubballi, Feb 25: Jammu and Kashmir skipper Paras Dogra is all set to be fined 50 per cent of his match fees for intentionally head-butting Karnatakas substitute fielder KV Aneesh during an ill-tempered second day of the Ranji Trophy final here on Wednesday. While the official announcement from BCCI match referee Narayanan Kutty will only come after the end of the game, physical handling of opposition player obviously leads to sanctions and match bans. In this case, the doyen of [] The post J&K Skipper Dogra Set To Be Fined 50% Of His Match Fees For Head-Butting Karnatakas KV Aneesh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vice-President C P Radhakrishnan arrives in Srinagar for 21st convocation ceremony of Kashmir University. The post Vice-President C P Radhakrishnan arrives in Srinagar for 21st convocation ceremony of Kashmir University. appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Artificial Snow a Global Norm, BJPs Criticism Misplaced: Satish Sharma
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Sports Minister Satish Sharma on Wednesday defended the use of artificial snow for winter sports, countering BJP criticism by saying the practice aligns with global standards and is essential for hosting high-level competitions. Minister Sharma said artificial snow is widely used at leading winter sports destinations worldwide to ensure consistency amid []
ZeroHarm Sciences raises Rs 65 cr from Kotak Life Sciences Fund, Alkemi Growth Capital
HYDERABAD, Feb 25: ZeroHarm Sciences, a nano-formulated, plant-based nutraceutical brand, on Wednesday announced it has raised Rs 65 crore from Kotak Life Sciences Fund and Alkemi Growth Capital. Kotak Alternate Asset Managers Limited (Kotak Alts), through its Kotak Life Sciences Fund I (KLSF-I), invested Rs 40 crore, while Alkemi Growth Capital, a healthcare and consumer wellness-focused venture fund, invested Rs 25 crore, the company said in a release. Cipher-Plexus acted as the exclusive financial advisor to the transaction. The investment [] The post ZeroHarm Sciences raises Rs 65 cr from Kotak Life Sciences Fund, Alkemi Growth Capital appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Negligible chance of rate hike in near term: RBI MPC Member
MUMBAI, Feb 25: Chances of benchmark interest rate going up are negligible notwithstanding building up of inflationary pressure on account of geopolitical tensions, external member of RBIs Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) Saugata Bhattacharya said on Wednesday. Weather risks, rising metals prices and elevated crude oil amid geopolitical tensions will weigh on the consumer price inflation (CPI) going forward, Bhattacharya said. I see chances of a need to raise the repo rate as negligible in the near term, he told [] The post Negligible chance of rate hike in near term: RBI MPC Member appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Govt sets up helpline for residents returning from Iran
Srinagar The Jammu and Kashmir government on Wednesday activated dedicated 247 helplines to assist residents of the Union Territory returning from Iran. According to an advisory, the decision follows an advisory released by the Embassy of India in Tehran on February 23, 2026. The helplines are aimed at facilitating information-sharing and providing assistance to J&K []
Delhi HC seeks police stand on Alka Lambas plea in police assault case
NEW DELHI, Feb 25: The Delhi High Court on Wednesday sought the stand of the city police on a plea by Congress leader Alka Lamba challenging an FIR and charges against her in a case related to an assault on police personnel during a protest at Jantar Mantar here in 2024. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma issued notice to the police on Lambas plea seeking a direction to quash the FIR and all consequential proceedings, including the chargesheet and framing of [] The post Delhi HC seeks police stand on Alka Lambas plea in police assault case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhi Police seizes heroin worth Rs 6 crore; peddler held
NEW DELHI, Feb 25: The Delhi Police has seized over 1 kg heroin worth around Rs 6 crore and arrested a 23-year-old suspected drug peddler, who comes from a family with alleged links to narcotics trafficking, an official said on Wednesday. Police said the accused belongs to a family with alleged persistent involvement in narco-trade in the trans-Yamuna area. His mother has been involved in multiple NDPS cases and is presently externed (expelled) from Delhi, his father was earlier booked [] The post Delhi Police seizes heroin worth Rs 6 crore; peddler held appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Govt Activates 247 Helpline For Residents Returning From Iran
New Delhi, Feb 25: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has activated dedicated helpline numbers to assist residents of the Union Territory returning from Iran, following an advisory issued by the Embassy of India in Tehran on February 23, 2026. According to a circular issued by the J&K Resident Commission, New Delhi, the helplines have been made operational to provide necessary support and coordination for returnees. The circular states that the helpline services will remain functional round-the-clock to facilitate assistance. [] The post J&K Govt Activates 247 Helpline For Residents Returning From Iran appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ACB Registers DA Case Against Inspector Vijay Choudhary
JAMMU, Feb 25: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau has registered a disproportionate assets case against a Police Inspector following allegations that he accumulated assets worth crores of rupees beyond his known sources of income. Officials said a verification conducted by the ACB revealed that the officer, identified as Vijay Singh Choudhary, a resident of Nonial in Nowshera area of Rajouri district and presently posted in the Union Territory of Ladakh, allegedly acquired more than 10 properties, including houses, shops [] The post ACB Registers DA Case Against Inspector Vijay Choudhary appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir: ACB Files Disproportionate Assets Case Against Police Inspector, Brother of Dy CM
SRINAGAR: Jammu Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has registered a Disproportionate Assets (DA) case against Vijay Singh Choudhary, Inspector, JK Police, following a verification conducted on the basis of a specific input. According to a statement, the verification revealed that while posted at various places, the accused allegedly amassed assets worth crores of rupees, which were []
Ranji Trophy Final: Jammu And Kashmir Tighten Grip With 527/6 Vs Karnataka On Day 2
Hubballi, Feb 25: Jammu and Kashmir piled on the agony for Karnataka, reaching a commanding 527 for six against the eight-time champions before bad light forced an early end to the second day of the Ranji Trophy final here on Wednesday. Resuming on 284/2, J&K batters capitalised on a good surface with Kanhaiya Wadhawan and skipper Paras Dogra scoring 70 each to keep the scoreboard moving at a steady pace. Shubham Pundir (121) had set the tone earlier, while Yawer [] The post Ranji Trophy Final: Jammu And Kashmir Tighten Grip With 527/6 Vs Karnataka On Day 2 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Terror Funding Case: SC Questions NIA For Referring To Separatist Shabir Shahs Speeches Of 1990s
New Delhi, Feb 25: The Supreme Court on Wednesday questioned the NIA for referring to certain alleged inflammatory speeches of 1990s while opposing the bail plea of Kashmiri separatist leader Shabir Ahmed Shah in a terror funding case. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) told a bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta, which was hearing arguments on Shahs bail plea, that there were materials, including inflammatory videos and incriminating e-mails, against Shah. When senior advocate Siddharth Luthra, appearing for [] The post Terror Funding Case: SC Questions NIA For Referring To Separatist Shabir Shahs Speeches Of 1990s appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhi-Katra Expressway Construction On Track, Will Be Completed By March 2027: NHAI
Jammu, Feb 25: The Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway, the fifth major expressway being developed in the country, is set for completion by March 2027, a senior official of the National Highways Authority of India said on Wednesday. The construction of the National Expressway 5 (NE5), which began in April 2021, had significantly slowed last year due to Operation Sindoor as well as heavy rains and floods across northern states. Once completed, the project is expected to considerably enhance regional connectivity, promote religious [] The post Delhi-Katra Expressway Construction On Track, Will Be Completed By March 2027: NHAI appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bhavani Thekkeda Nanjunda: From Coffee Hills to Cold Glory for Souths Sprint Queen at KIWG 2026
Gulmarg, February 25: In a country where snow falls like a birth right, Bhavani Thekkeda Nanjunda had to borrow her first winter. She grew up in the coffee-scented hills of Kodagu, Karnataka where the earth is red, the mornings are misty, and snow exists only on television screens.She was 23 the first time Bhavani felt [] The post Bhavani Thekkeda Nanjunda: From Coffee Hills to Cold Glory for Souths Sprint Queen at KIWG 2026 appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Earthquake Tremors Felt in Kashmir Valley
SRINAGAR: Mild earthquake tremors shook the Kashmir Valley at 4:43 pm IST on Wednesday, causing brief panic among residents. The magnitude of the tremors was not immediately known. There were no reports of injuries or structural damage. Authorities are actively monitoring the situation and assessing any potential impact. Residents have been urged to remain calm, []
2-Day Pashmina Conclave 2026 Begins in Leh, Focus on Global Luxury Positioning
SRINAGAR: The two-day Pashmina Conclave 2026, themed From Changthang Fibre to Global Luxury Standards, began on Tuesday at The Dragon Hotel in Leh, bringing together key stakeholders to strengthen Ladakhs Pashmina value chain and position it in the global luxury market. Organised by the Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh, the conclave seeks to []
President Murmu bats for cultivation of medicinal plants to benefit farmers, soil health
Buldhana, Feb 25: President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday made a strong pitch for medicinal plants, saying their cultivation improves not only the financial condition of farmers but also boosts soil health. Speaking after inaugurating the National Arogya Fair 2026 at Shegaon in Maharashtras Buldhana district, she said the valuable wealth of medicinal plants is important not only for providing raw materials for medicines but also for environmental balance. Describing good health as the ultimate happiness in life, she said healthy [] The post President Murmu bats for cultivation of medicinal plants to benefit farmers, soil health appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
German leader presses China for fair trade, help ending Ukraine war
BEIJING, Feb 25: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz called Wednesday for deepening ties with China, while pushing for fairer trade rules between the two countries and seeking Chinese help on Ukraine. Merz, who arrived in Beijing late morning for a whirlwind two-day visit, acknowledged differences during meetings with the countrys top leaders and called for collaboration wherever possible. We have a few issues that we need to talk about today in the course of my visit, he told Chinese Premier Li [] The post German leader presses China for fair trade, help ending Ukraine war appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
US, South Korean militaries will have joint drills in March as tensions with North Korea escalate
SEOUL, Feb 25: The US and South Korean militaries said on Wednesday they will conduct their annual springtime exercises next month to bolster their countries combined defence capabilities against a backdrop of a deepening diplomatic freeze with nuclear-armed North Korea. The Freedom Shield drills is set for March 9-19, according to the announcement. North Korea has long described the allies joint exercises as invasion rehearsals and used them as a pretext to dial up its own military demonstrations and weapons [] The post US, South Korean militaries will have joint drills in March as tensions with North Korea escalate appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Japan demands swift release of Japanese national detained in Iran
TOKYO, Feb 25: Japans government said Wednesday that a Japanese national has been detained in Tehran since January and demanded the Iranian authorities release them swiftly. Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Masanao Ozaki, asked about foreign media reports on the case, confirmed only that the Japanese citizen was taken into custody on Jan 20 but gave no further details, citing privacy issues. Ozaki said the government is in contact with the detainee and their family members, while providing necessary support. Foreign [] The post Japan demands swift release of Japanese national detained in Iran appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Israeli media hails Modi visit as strategic reset, landmark moment
JERUSALEM, Feb 25: As Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday left for Israel from India for a visit expected to upgrade the bilateral ties to a new level, the Israeli media is describing the trip as a strategic reset, a landmark moment and a defining phase. Leading Israeli publications have given prominent coverage to Modis trip, portraying it as a significant visit by a friend at a crucial juncture for the country. From government officials to ordinary citizens, the excitement [] The post Israeli media hails Modi visit as strategic reset, landmark moment appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NEW DELHI, Feb 25:Foreign companies, largely US-based, have rented 101 million sq ft of prime office spaces in the last five years to set up Global Capability Centres (GCCs) in Indias seven major cities, according to Colliers. According to real estate consultant Colliers India data, the gross office leasing in the last five years (2020-25) stood at 280.2 million sq ft across seven major cities Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi-NCR, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai and Pune. Out of this, the data showed [] The post Foreign firms, led by those from US, rent 101 m sq ft space in last 5 years for GCCs in India: Colliers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Smartphone now Indias top export category with total overseas shipment worth USD 30 bn: Vaishnaw
NEW DELHI, Feb 25: Smartphone has become Indias top export category with overseas shipments worth USD 30 billion in 2025, Union Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Wednesday. The minister shared the development in a social media post. Becoming the smartphone manufacturing factory for the world, Vaishnaw said. The photo post titled Smartphones Indias No. 1 export category displayed that there were exports worth USD 30 billion in January-December 2025. Mobile phones worth Rs 5.5 lakh crore (USD [] The post Smartphone now Indias top export category with total overseas shipment worth USD 30 bn: Vaishnaw appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vikram Solar, Waaree Energies see limited impact from US CVD on Indian solar goods
NEW DELHI, Feb 25: Vikram Solar and Waaree Energies do not see any material adverse or limited impact from the US decision of imposing countervailing duties on certain solar goods from India. Gyanesh Chaudhary, CMD, Vikram Solar said, The recent US preliminary AD/CVD duties apply specifically to Indian-origin cells. Our US order strategy was not structured around sourcing Indian cells; we already operate with a diversified supply chain for that market, including sourcing from geographies with lower tariff exposure. As [] The post Vikram Solar, Waaree Energies see limited impact from US CVD on Indian solar goods appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Illegal Extraction Within 500 Metres of Bridge Wont be Tolerated, Says Dy CM
SRINAGAR: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Wednesday said illegal mining will not be tolerated and directed the district administration to take immediate action after he observed alleged violations during a visit to river banks in different parts of Jammu. The Deputy Chief Minister said he was shocked to see mining activity being carried out []
US Announces Preliminary 126% Countervailing Duty On Imports Of Certain Indian Solar Goods
New Delhi, Feb 25: The US has announced preliminary countervailing duty of 125.87 per cent on imports of certain Indian solar goods alleging that the products are unfairly subsidised by New Delhi. The US has also announced different duties on the imports of Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells, Whether or Not Assembled into Modules from Indonesia and Laos. On February 24, 2026, the US Department of Commerce announced its preliminary affirmative determinations in the countervailing duty investigations of crystalline silicon photovoltaic [] The post US Announces Preliminary 126% Countervailing Duty On Imports Of Certain Indian Solar Goods appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Land Identified For 579 Panchayat Ghars Across J&K, 204 Completed: Officials
JAMMU, Feb 25: In a push to strengthen grassroots governance infrastructure, the Jammu and Kashmir government has identified land for 579 panchayat ghars across the Union territory, of which 204 have been completed so far, officials said on Wednesday. The Panchayati Raj department had set a target of constructing 640 panchayat ghars in Jammu and Kashmir. Against the target, land has been identified for 579 such buildings. Work has been allotted in 435 cases, while 204 units stand completed to [] The post Land Identified For 579 Panchayat Ghars Across J&K, 204 Completed: Officials appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Urges Restraint, Moral Conduct in Ramzan
SRINAGAR: Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir, Molvi Muhammad Umar Farooq, has expressed concern over declining social conduct and the rising culture of verbal hostility in society during a Ramzan sermon at Masjid Abu Bakr (RA), Zoonimar Srinagar. Addressing the congregation, he emphasised Ikhlaq (noble character), stating that Ramzan is not solely about fasting from food and drink but about []
Hungarys Orban stakes his reelection on anti-Ukraine message
BUDAPEST, Feb 25: Facing tough odds in an upcoming election, Hungarys pro-Russian prime minister is trying to convince voters that the greatest threat to the country is not economic stagnation the focus of his top opponent but neighbouring Ukraine. Viktor Orban is running an aggressive media campaign replete with disinformation whose central message is that Hungarians should refuse to align with the rest of Europe in supporting Ukraine against Russias invasion. That path, he argues, risks bankrupting the [] The post Hungarys Orban stakes his reelection on anti-Ukraine message appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Punjab Police Shoots Dead 1, Nabs Another, Of 3 Roped In By ISI To Kill Gurdaspur Cops
Chandigarh, Feb 25: Police arrested one and killed in an encounter another of the three people allegedly involved in the murder of two policemen in Gurdaspur, an officer said on Wednesday. The three carried out the killings at the behest of their Pakistan-based handlers backed by spy agency ISI, the officer said. The third accused is still at large, and a hunt for him is on, the officer said. The Punjab Police identified the three as Ranjit Singh (19), Inderjit [] The post Punjab Police Shoots Dead 1, Nabs Another, Of 3 Roped In By ISI To Kill Gurdaspur Cops appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SRINAGAR: More than 30.54 lakh kanals of state land are under encroachment across Jammu and Kashmir, with revenue authorities having expunged entries relating to 17.27 lakh kanals from official records, according to data shared by the government. In Kashmir division, a total of 16,54,709.9 kanals of state land is reported to be under encroachment. Of []
Arms, Explosives Recovered During CASO in Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Security forces on Wednesday recovered a cache of arms and explosives during a cordon and search operation (CASO) in the Kasbalari area of Mendhar sub-division in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir. Official sources said that Acting on specific intelligence inputs, a joint Security forces launched a search operation in Mohalla Salani, Kasbalari, under []
IEDs Including Arms, Ammunition Recovered In Mendhar Poonch
Jammu: Security forces on Wednesday recovered arms and ammunition including IEDs were recovered by security forces in Kasbalari Mendhar area of Poonch. Officials said that security forces during routine patrolling recovered a suspicious black bag. With atmost care during the inspection of bag, 1 large IED weighing 4.5 Kg, small IED, 2 Chinese grenades, one []
J&K Deputy CM Terms DA Case Raid At Brothers House Revenge-Driven
Jammu, Feb 25: Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary on Wednesday defended his brother in the wake of an Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) raid in a disproportionate assets case, and said the action was driven by revenge. The ACB on Wednesday searched Vijay Singhs house in Jammu in connection with a disproportionate assets case, officials said. This fight has begun, and we will fight it legally. We have faith in Indias judiciary and in many good officers in [] The post J&K Deputy CM Terms DA Case Raid At Brothers House Revenge-Driven appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
JKCEGA Expresses Gratitude for In-charge Engineer Placements in Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: The Jammu Kashmir Civil Engineering Graduates Association (JKCEGA) on Wednesday expressed gratitude to senior government officials following the placement of 38 in-charge engineers to higher responsibilities in the Union Territory. In a statement issued in Srinagar, the Association thanked Surinder Kumar Choudhary, Deputy Chief Minister in charge of the Public Works Department, and Anil []
J&K High Court Declares Mar 4 Holiday For Holi In Jammu Wing
JAMMU, Feb 25: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh (JK&L) has declared that the holiday on account of Holi will now be observed on March 4, 2026 (Wednesday) instead of March 3, 2026 (Tuesday) in the Jammu Wing of the High Court. See Notification Click Here. The post J&K High Court Declares Mar 4 Holiday For Holi In Jammu Wing appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar Abdullah Backs West Bengal Name Change Demand After Approval For Kerala
Srinagar, Feb 25: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said the Centre should accept the West Bengal governments demand to rename the state, following the Union Cabinets approval of a similar proposal for Kerala. The Union Cabinet on Tuesday approved the Kerala governments proposal to change the states name to Keralam. Following the approval, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed dissatisfaction that her states renaming proposal has remained pending with the Centre for a long time [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Backs West Bengal Name Change Demand After Approval For Kerala appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
No immediate implementation of TET in J&K: Education Minister
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir will be the last region in the country to enforce the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) guidelines, Education Minister Sakina Itoo said on Wednesday, a day after the School Education Department (SED) issued the formal order. Speaking to reporters, Itoo, said, We are not implementing the TET orders immediately. J&K will be []
Artificial snow a global norm, BJPs criticism misplaced: J&K Minister
Gulmarg: Jammu and Kashmir Sports Minister Satish Sharma on Wednesday defended the use of artificial snow for winter sports, countering BJP criticism by saying the practice aligns with global standards and is essential for hosting high-level competitions. Minister Sharma said artificial snow is widely used at leading winter sports destinations worldwide to ensure consistency amid []
Marutis Gujarat rail siding recognised as worlds first modal shift project under Verra initiative
NEW DELHI, Feb 25:Maruti Suzuki India on Wednesday said its Gujarat in-plant railway siding has been registered as the worlds first modal shift transportation project under Verras Verified Carbon Standard initiative. The project is expected to achieve around 1.7 lakh carbon credits over a 10-year crediting period from FY 2023-24 to FY 2032-33, by shifting vehicle dispatches from road to railways. Following independent verification of carbon emission saving, Verra will issue 1.7 lakh carbon credits to the auto major under [] The post Marutis Gujarat rail siding recognised as worlds first modal shift project under Verra initiative appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IPO-bound OYO parent PRISM appoints former SEBI chairman Ajay Tyagi to board
NEW DELHI, Feb 25:IPO-bound OYOs parent entity PRISM on Wednesday announced the appointment of former SEBI Chairman Ajay Tyagi as an Independent Director on its Board. His appointment comes as PRISM aims to further strengthen its board and governance framework as it strives to grow and access the public markets. Tyagi joins an experienced board with expertise across governance, consumer businesses, technology and strategic investments, OYO said in a statement. The board comprises Independent Directors, including William Steve Albrecht, the [] The post IPO-bound OYO parent PRISM appoints former SEBI chairman Ajay Tyagi to board appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IAS Officer Pranjal J Hazarika Posted To J&K
JAMMU, Feb 25: In a significant administrative development, the Ministry of Home Affairs has posted IAS officer Pranjal J Hazarika to the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir with immediate effect. Hazarika was earlier serving in Delhi. The post IAS Officer Pranjal J Hazarika Posted To J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu, Feb 25: Following a raid by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) at the residence of his brother Vijay Choudhary in a suspected disproportionate assets case, Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Wednesday termed the action unfortunate. Speaking to news agency, Choudhary defended his brother, stating that the officer had served with distinction and had been involved in anti-terror operations in areas such as Thanamandi and Doda. He alleged that instead of being rewarded with a promotion, his [] The post Instead Of Giving Him A Promotion, They Have Sent The ACB To His House: DyCM Surinder Choudhary After ACB Raids His Brothers Residence appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sikkim: Over 2,700 tourists rescued after heavy snowfall blocks road to Tsomgo Lake
GANGTOK, Feb 25: Over 2,700 tourists stranded due to heavy snowfall near Tsomgo Lake in East Sikkim were rescued, officials said on Wednesday morning. Heavy snowfall in the higher reaches of Sherathang and adjoining areas led to road blockages, leaving 541 tourist vehicles stranded between 15th Mile and Tsomgo Lake, they said. Through coordinated efforts, all vehicles with 2,736 tourists onboard were evacuated safely and systematically, with the operation concluding on Tuesday night, they added. The Tourism Department advised tourists [] The post Sikkim: Over 2,700 tourists rescued after heavy snowfall blocks road to Tsomgo Lake appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
No Order Issued By J&K Govt On TET, Clarifies Education Minister Sakina Itoo
Srinagar, Feb 25: Education Minister Sakina Itoo on Wednesday clarified that no fresh government order has been issued regarding the Teachers Eligibility Test (TET) in Jammu and Kashmir and said there is no immediate requirement to enforce it in the Union Territory. Speaking to reporters, Minister Itoo said that although the Honble Supreme Court had earlier directed that teachers across states and Union Territories must qualify the TET, the J&K government is closely examining how the directive is being implemented [] The post No Order Issued By J&K Govt On TET, Clarifies Education Minister Sakina Itoo appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SIP Return Calculator and How it may Help When You Invest in SIP
Planning for long-term goals often starts with understanding how regular investments may add up over time. When you invest in SIP, the focus is usually on consistency rather than short-term market movements. To visualise this journey, investors commonly refer to an SIP return calculator. While the tool simplifies calculations, its usefulness depends on how its [] The post SIP Return Calculator and How it may Help When You Invest in SIP appeared first on Northlines .
SC Takes Cognisance of NCERT Class 8 Chapter on Corruption in Judiciary
The CJI said, I will not allow anybody to defame the institution. Law will take its course
Highly condemnable, shameful: Priyanka slams arrest of IYC leaders
NEW DELHI, Feb 25: Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Wednesday said the action taken against Youth Congress members for raising the voice of the people is highly condemnable and shameful. She asserted that it is in the interest of 1.4 billion Indians to raise voice against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the government which has compromised Indias interests by bowing to global pressure. Her remarks came a day after Delhi Police arrested Indian Youth Congress president Uday Bhanu [] The post Highly condemnable, shameful: Priyanka slams arrest of IYC leaders appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Gurdaspur Cop Killings: Punjab Police Nabs 1, Shoots At Another
CHANDIGARH, Feb 25: Police have arrested one person in connection with the killings of two policemen in Gurdaspur near the Indo-Pak border, an officer said on Wednesday. Besides the arrest, one man was shot at and wounded in an encounter with the police in Gurdaspur in the morning, the officer said. Gurdaspur Senior Superintendent of Police Aditya identified the one arrested as Dilawar Singh, a resident of Gurdaspurs Alinangal village. Ranjit Singh sustained a bullet injury in the encounter near [] The post Gurdaspur Cop Killings: Punjab Police Nabs 1, Shoots At Another appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Coal India arm SECL identifies 7 mine dumps for rare earth exploration
NEW DELHI, Feb 25: South Eastern Coalfields Ltd (SECL), a subsidiary of Coal India Ltd, has identified seven mine dumps for potential extraction of rare earth elements, a top company official said. SECLs initiative aligns with the governments push to unlock value from coal mine waste. Trace rare earth elements (REEs) have been detected in overburden dumps across major coalfields, potentially reducing import dependence. SECL Chairman and Managing Director Harish Duhan said the tendering process for exploration has already begun, [] The post Coal India arm SECL identifies 7 mine dumps for rare earth exploration appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sikh man kidnapped, killed in US; not intended target, say authorities
NEW YORK, Feb 25: A 57-year-old Sikh man in the US was found dead days after he was kidnapped, with authorities saying he was not the intended target of the crime. Avtar Singh was reported missing on February 17 at approximately 8:52 pm in Tracy, California. During the investigation, surveillance footage showed a white SUV and three unidentified individuals dressed in dark clothing with Singh at approximately 2:30 pm. The victim appeared to enter the vehicle against his will, the [] The post Sikh man kidnapped, killed in US; not intended target, say authorities appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Supreme Court Takes Cognisance Of NCERT Class 8 Chapter On Corruption In Judiciary
New Delhi, Feb 25: The Supreme Court on Wednesday took suo motu cognisance of the contents of Class 8 NCERT textbook referring to the corruption in the judiciary and termed it a matter of grave concern. A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi was urged by senior advocate Kapil Sibal that children of class 8 are taught about corruption in the judiciary. This is a matter of grave concern. The CJI said, [] The post Supreme Court Takes Cognisance Of NCERT Class 8 Chapter On Corruption In Judiciary appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
First Time Working in Saudi Arabia: Is Medina a Good Starting Point?
For first-time workers in Saudi Arabia, salary is only one part of the choice. Just as important is how clear daily routines are and how work is organised on site. Medina is often considered because jobs there are shaped by steady, everyday needs rather than competition. At the search stage, many people check role descriptions and market overviews on platforms like Layboard.in to see which positions are realistically suitable for newcomers. Why Medina Is Often Chosen for a First Job [] The post First Time Working in Saudi Arabia: Is Medina a Good Starting Point? appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ACB Carries Out Searches At Residence Of Brother Of Dy CM In Jammu
Jammu, Feb 25: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Wednesday carried out searches at the residence of the brother of Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary here in connection with a disproportionate assets probe, officials said. Vijay Choudhary is an Inspector in the Jammu and Kashmir Police. We are carrying out a search at the residence of Vijay Choudhary. The search is being conducted in connection with a disproportionate assets officials said. The raid commenced early in the morning at his [] The post ACB Carries Out Searches At Residence Of Brother Of Dy CM In Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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Trump Says Pak PM Told Him Millions Would Have Died Without His Intervention
New York/Washington, Feb 25: US President Donald Trump has said that Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif told him that 35 million people would have died if it were not for his intervention in stopping the war between India and Pakistan. In his over 100-minute-long State of the Union address on Tuesday, Trump repeated his claim that he had helped prevent what could have turned into a nuclear war between the two South Asian neighbours. In my first 10 months, I [] The post Trump Says Pak PM Told Him Millions Would Have Died Without His Intervention appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Was Dialogue Shujaat Bukharis Greatest Legacy?
by Mir Tariq Rasool An exploration of Shujaat Bukharis enduring commitment to dialogue, pluralism, ethical journalism, and cultural engagement as foundations for peace in conflict-ridden Kashmir and beyond. History may march to the thunder of gunfire, yet civilisation advances only through conversation. Empires rise by force, but understanding is born of words. In lands scarred []
Looking Forward To Meet PM Netanyahu, Consolidate Enduring Bonds: PM Modi Ahead Of Israel Visit
NEW DELHI, Feb 25: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said India and Israel share a robust and multifaceted strategic partnership that has witnessed remarkable growth and dynamism, and he is looking forward to his discussions with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The prime minister is due to leave for Israel on on Wednesday on a two-day visit. Before embarking, Modi said he was confident that his visit would further consolidate the enduring bonds between India and Israel, set new goals [] The post Looking Forward To Meet PM Netanyahu, Consolidate Enduring Bonds: PM Modi Ahead Of Israel Visit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ACB Raids DY CMs Brothers Residence in Assets Probe
SRINAGAR: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Wednesday carried out a raid at the residence of Vijay Chaudhary, brother of the Deputy Chief Minister, in connection with a disproportionate assets case, sources said. Sources said that the raid commenced early in the morning around 6:00 am and was continuing at the time of filing this report. []
Trumps State of the Union seeks to calm voters economic concerns ahead of midterm elections
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump began his State of the Union address on Tuesday, a speech where he plans to declare his policies have the job market and domestic manufacturing booming hoping to convince increasingly wary Americans that the economy is stronger than many believe and that they should vote for more of the []
ACB Raid Underway At Deputy CMs Brothers House In Disproportionate Assets Case In Jammu
Jammu, Feb 25 : The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Wednesday carried out a raid at the residence of Vijay Chaudhary, brother of the Deputy Chief Minister, in connection with a disproportionate assets case, sources said. Sourcessaid that the raid commenced early in the morning around 6:00 am and was continuing at the time of filing this report. The residence is located in Santokh Vihar, Talo Kalo Chak area of Jammu. Vijay Chaudhary is an Inspector in the J&K Police. Sources [] The post ACB Raid Underway At Deputy CMs Brothers House In Disproportionate Assets Case In Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Were winning so much: Trump seeks to calm economic jitters ahead of midterms
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump declared during Tuesdays State of the Union that were winning so much, saying hed sparked a jobs and manufacturing boom at home while imposing a new world order abroad hoping that offering a long list of his accomplishments can counter approval ratings that have been falling. His main objective was []
DC Srinagar visits Shahr-e-Khaas areas
Takes onsite review of planned fencing & allied works along Old Zaina Kadal, Aali Kadal, new Zaina Kadal bridges & dev of connecting road at Bulbulanker SRINAGAR: Deputy Commissioner(DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo on Tuesday undertook an extensive onsite visit to various areas of Shahr-e-Khaas (Old City) to review the progress of ongoing developmental works and []
Sakeena Itoo leads plantation drive at District Hospital Ganderbal
Promotes eco-friendly healthcare practices under Kayakalp, NQAS initiatives GANDERBAL: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo on Tuesday led a plantation drive at District Hospital Ganderbal to promote ecofriendly practices and reinforce quality healthcare standards under the Kayakalp and National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS) programmes. The Minister planted saplings within []
11th death anniversary of Sheikh Nazir Ahmad
Dr. Farooq, Omar lead party functionaries in offering Fatiha, tributes SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Farooq Abdullah and Vice President &Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday led party leaders and workers in offering floral tributes and Fatiha at the Mazar-e-Anwar of the partys stalwart and former General Secretary, Sheikh Nazir Ahmad on []
Dir Agri inaugurates sale of vegetable seedlings at Lalmandi
SRINAGAR: Director Agriculture, Sartaj Ahmad Shah on Tuesday inaugurated the sale of highquality vegetable seedlings at the Kitchen Garden Scheme, Lalmandi, Srinagar. The initiative aims to promote kitchen gardening, encourage self-sufficiency in fresh vegetables among urban and peri-urban households, and support sustainable agricultural practices in the region. The event underscores the departments ongoing efforts to []
45 Bn CRPF launches tailoring course for women in Baharabad Hajin
HAJIN: As part of its women empowerment initiative under the Civic Action Programme, the 45th Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on Tuesday launched a one-month tailoring course for women in Baharabad village of Hajin area in Bandipora district. The CRPF has been providing continuous support for womens empowerment in Jammu and Kashmir []
Projects Today introduces AI-driven business opportunity platform
SRINAGAR: Projects Today introduced AI-Driven business opportunity platform to strengthen Indias project ecosystem. The new positioning brings project lifecycle context, tenders and L1/order updates, and stakeholder intelligence into one convenient workflow helping organisations engage the right projects at the right time. The upgraded platform introduces an AI-enabled evolution focused on practical outcomes, including BOQ []
CUET (UG)2026: NTA re-opens portal following candidate requests
GANDERBAL: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has re-opened the online application portal for the Common University Entrance Test (UG) 2026. This window is being provided to facilitate students who were unable to complete their registrations during the initial application periods in January and February. The NTA has stated that it received multiple representations from []
SKUAST-K organises Agrithon 1.0 under JKCIP
SRINAGAR: Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) organised Seed Capital Fund Challenge (Agrithon 1.0) under the Competitiveness Improvement of Agriculture and Allied Sectors Project for Jammu & Kashmir (JKCIP), funded by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) at Shalimar campus. The Seed Capital Fund Challenge was conducted with the objective []
Inter-State Youth Exchange Programme concludes at Srinagar
SRINAGAR: The Inter-State Youth Exchange Programme organised by Mera Yuva Bharat, Srinagar, concluded today at SCERT Bemina, Srinagar, marking the culmination of the five-day youth engagement initiative. The programme brought together youth delegates for structured cultural interactions, dialogue sessions and outreach activities aimed at promoting inter-state understanding and constructive youth engagement. During the exchange, participants []
AESL excels in JEE Main 2026; Abhinav emerges as topper with 99.83 percentile
Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Feb 24 : Giving testimony to the continued success of their academic program, Ten students of Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL) from Udhampur have again demonstrated exemplary performance during the JEE Main 2026 (Session 1). According to the National Testing Agency (NTA) results released 16 Feb, In JEE Main 2026, students from Aakash Institute, Udhampur delivered an excellent performance. Abhinav Batta emerged as the Jammu and Kashmir State Topper with an impressive 99.83 percentile, followed by Niharika [] The post AESL excels in JEE Main 2026; Abhinav emerges as topper with 99.83 percentile appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dr Praney Slathia The School of Hospitality and Tourism Management (SHTM) at the University of Jammu recently hosted a two-day national conference, Tourism, Technology and Talent: Shaping Future-Ready Managers, which I attended. The discussions were optimistic and wide-ranging, touching both success stories and pressing challenges. Yet, when the conversation turned to Jammus long-term tourism vision, one diagnosis became hard to miss: Jammu suffers from path dependence. According to Paul A. David (1985), path dependence describes a process in which outcomes [] The post Jammus Pivot to Neo-Tourism appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dr Jitendra launches SUJVIKA AI Data Portal of Biotech products
Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Feb 24 :To markthe 40th Foundation Day of the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) today,Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences; and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space,Dr Jitendra Singh launched SUJVIKA AI driven Biotech Product Data Portal, developed in collaboration with Industry partners ABLE. SUJVIKA is a Trade Statistics Digital Intelligence Platform that presents authenticated biotechnology product import data in a structured and accessible format. The portal [] The post Dr Jitendra launches SUJVIKA AI Data Portal of Biotech products appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dr Avtar Singh represents Amandeep Hospital & Ujala Cygnus at Advanced Training in Pune
Excelsior Correspondent PUNE, Feb 24: Dr Avtar Singh, Chairman of the Department of Orthopaedics at Amandeep Hospital, in collaboration with Ujala Cygnus Healthcare Services, participated in an advanced Cadaver Product Training Program organized by Medtronic at the Symbiosis International University campus in Lavale, Pune. The program brought together eminent orthopaedic experts from across the country and focused on advanced fracture management techniques, implant innovations and cadaver-based hands-on surgical training. Representing Amandeep Hospital and the Ujala Cygnus Group, Dr Avtar Singh [] The post Dr Avtar Singh represents Amandeep Hospital & Ujala Cygnus at Advanced Training in Pune appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
MSME sponsored A-ESDP starts at IIT
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 24: MSME sponsored one-week Advanced Entrepreneurship and Skill Development Programme (A-ESDP) was inaugurated here today at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jammu. The programme is themed Empowering Make in India: Nurturing Entrepreneurship in Indian Manufacturing and is dedicated to fostering innovation, skill development and self-reliance within Indias manufacturing sector. The inaugural ceremony was attended by Prof. Meenakshi Rajeev, Dean (Outreach and Skill Development), Prof. Satya S. Bhogilla, Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Dr. [] The post MSME sponsored A-ESDP starts at IIT appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DGP reviews security scenario in district Sopore
Excelsior Correspondent SOPORE, Feb 24: To assess the prevailing security scenario and operational preparedness in the district, Director General of Police, J&K, Nalin Prabhat, visited Sopore and chaired a comprehensive security review meeting, here today. The DGP was accompanied by SDG Coordination S J M Geelani, IGP Kashmir V K Birdi and DIG North Kashmir Range Maqsood-ul-Zaman. During the meeting, SSP Sopore IftkharTalib presented a detailed briefing on the current security environment, counter-terror measures, anti-narcotics operations and overall law and [] The post DGP reviews security scenario in district Sopore appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sat Sharma calls Prashikshan Mahabhiyan as backbone of nation-centric politics
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 24: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir, organized an intensive training workshop for Prashikshaks (trainers) at its Headquarters in Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, under the nationwide Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Prashikshan Mahabhiyan. The workshop covered the Jammu Parliamentary constituency along with Nowshera and Poonch-Rajouri, and was attended by district Prabharis, district presidents, district Seh-Prabharis, designated Prashikshaks, and four-member district teams entrusted with implementing the Abhiyan at the local level. The session was addressed by J&K [] The post Sat Sharma calls Prashikshan Mahabhiyan as backbone of nation-centric politics appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
