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JKSA hails MP Tankha for introducing private members Bill on rehabilitation of KPs in RS
Seeks support of political parties on return, rehabilitation of Kashmiri Pandits SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Tuesday hailed Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament Vivek Tankha for his historic initiative in championing the Kashmiri Pandits (Recourse, Restitution, Rehabilitation and Resettlement) Bill, 2022 in the Rajya Sabha. The Association said that this moment []
IUST launches official newsletter to foster academic engagement
AWANTIPORA: The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) unveiled its official Newsletter on Tuesday, marking a significant step towards strengthening communication and fostering academic engagement. The Newsletter was launched at the celebration ceremony for the 6th National Water Award received by IUST from the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India. Published by Department []
MLA Shameem Firdous launches key drainage projects
Visits Khanqah-e-Moula shrine, assures support to fire-affected families SRINAGAR: J&K National Conference State Womens Wing President and MLA Habbakadal Shameema Firdous Tuesday undertook an extensive public outreach programme in Srinagar, reaffirming her commitment to improving civic infrastructure and addressing community concerns. She laid the foundation stone for two vital drainage projects aimed at easing long-pending []
NC leaders condole demise of educationistpoet Mahmoob Nowgami
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Legislators Mushtaq Guroo and Ali Muhammad Dar have expressed profound grief over the demise of noted educationist and poet Muhammad Shafi, popularly known as Mahmoob Nowgami. In their joint condolence message, the leaders described the late Mahmoob Nowgami as an inspiring educationist, a distinguished literary figure, and a []
CS pushes for modernization of KU & JU Music & Fine Arts Institutes
JAMMU: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo on Tuesday chaired a meeting to review the ongoing expansion and augmentation plans for the Institutes of Music & Fine Arts associated with the University of Kashmir and the University of Jammu. The meeting was attended by the Additional Chief Secretary, Higher Education Department; Vice Chancellors of the two Universities; []
J&K designates JKBOSE as standards authority for UT
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday designated the Board of School Education as the State School Standards Authority for the Union territory, in accordance with the provisions of the National Education Policy 2020. An order issued by the Under Secretary in the School Education Department, Thanaji Bhat, said the decision is aimed at []
PSAJK president expresses condolence with Masoodi family
SRINAGAR: President Private Schools Association Jammu & Kashmir Nazr-ul-Islam Baba expressed profound grief and deep sorrow over the demise of the mother of renowned educationists Ajaz Masoodi (Chairman Netherfield School), Showkat Masoodi (Former PRO, University of Kashmir) and Latif Masoodi (CEO UnAcademy), who passed away on Tuesday. In his condolence message, Nazr-ul-Islam Baba said []
IUST holds BoRS meeting for School of Sciences
AWANTIPORA: The School of Sciences, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), held its 5th meeting of the Board of Research Studies (BoRS) to discuss key academic and research matters and to deliberate on strategies aimed at strengthening the research environment of the University. The meeting was presided over by Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo, Vice []
Indias BonV Aero Drone Manufacturers secure top Defence award
LEH: Indian aerospace start-up BonV Aero has been honoured with the SIDM Champion Award (Special Jury) for innovation in defence technology. The award, presented by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi, acknowledges the firms indigenous work in heavy-lift, high-altitude drone systems designed to address critical defence capability gaps. The companys technology has been validated []
India rely on Kohli, Rohit pair to seal ODI series victory against doughty SA
RAIPUR, Dec 2:The chatter around the volatile dressing room environment notwithstanding, India will rely on Virat Kohlis imperious form and Rohit Sharmas indomitable presence to seal a series victory over a doughty South Africa in the second ODI, here on Wednesday. A record-extending 52nd ODI century by Kohli and a rapid 57 from Rohit paved the way for Indias 17-run win in the series-opener at Ranchi, where the home bowlers endured a spirited fightback from the Proteas before managing to [] The post India rely on Kohli, Rohit pair to seal ODI series victory against doughty SA appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC sharply questions legal status of Rohingyas living in India
Can intruders be given red carpet welcome? NEW DELHI, Dec 2: The Supreme Court on Tuesday sharply questioned the legal status of Rohingyas living in India and asked whether intruders should be given a red carpet welcome while the countrys own citizens grapple with poverty. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi made sharp observations while hearing a habeas corpus (bring the person) petition filed by rights activist Rita [] The post SC sharply questions legal status of Rohingyas living in India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rs 1 lakh crore fund to catalyse partnership between Government, investors: Dr Jitendra
Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Dec 2: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology; Minister of State for Earth Sciences; MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Department of Atomic Energy and Department of Space, Dr Jitendra Singh today said that the next major global revolution will be bio-driven, and that India is uniquely positioned to lead this transformation on the strength of its deep-tech capabilities, robust startup ecosystem and rising domestic institutional capital. In an exclusive FireChat session [] The post Rs 1 lakh crore fund to catalyse partnership between Government, investors: Dr Jitendra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Tamil getting its rightful place of honour: Vice President Radhakrishnan
NEW DELHI, Dec 2: Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Tuesday said that Tamil is receiving its rightful place of honour and continued national support. In a video message for the fourth edition of the Kashi Tamil Sangamam, the vice president welcomed this years theme, Let us learn Tamil, which, he said, reinforces linguistic and cultural harmony. He also appreciated the initiative of 50 Hindi-speaking Tamil teachers and coordinators, trained by the Central Institute of Classical Tamil in Chennai, who [] The post Tamil getting its rightful place of honour: Vice President Radhakrishnan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt invites Oppn leaders for discussion to end SIR logjam
Kharge, Sonia, Rahul join protest NEW DELHI, Dec 2: With vociferous Opposition protests over the SIR stalling Parliament proceedings for a second day, the Government on Tuesday told both Houses that it has invited leaders from various parties for talks to end the stalemate, but stressed that no timeline be set for the discussion. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Speaking in the Lok Sabha, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said the Government was willing to discuss any issue [] The post Govt invites Oppn leaders for discussion to end SIR logjam appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
South Asian boyhood drama pushes back against surveillance and stigma in Britain
MARRAKECH (Morocco), Dec 2: When Dhiraj Mahey and his team sent out an open call for talent last year to play a South Asian-origin boy in their new film, little did they know their movie would soon become a movement. We received 1,000 audition tapes, beams Mahey, a British-Indian producer with roots in Uttar Pradesh, about the remarkable response to their project featuring a bevy of brown-skinned children. The film, modestly titled Ish, was about South Asian children growing up [] The post South Asian boyhood drama pushes back against surveillance and stigma in Britain appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PMOs renaming to Seva Teerth milestone in Indias journey: Amit Shah
NEW DELHI, Dec 2 : Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday termed the naming of the Prime Ministers Office as Seva Teerth and the governors office and residence as Lok Bhavan and Lok Niwas an important milestone in the journey to a developed India. In a message on X, Shah said that for the past 11 years, the Modi government has been synonymous not with power, but with service, in which the topmost leader of the government [] The post PMOs renaming to Seva Teerth milestone in Indias journey: Amit Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Anekha receives grand reception in Jammu
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 2: Jammu and Kashmirs pride, Anekha Devi from Bani, Kathua, was accorded a grand reception by the Yuva Rajput Sabha (YRS) and Amar Singh Sports and Youth Initiative J&K for her stellar performance in the Womens T20 Blind World Cup, where India emerged victorious. At a ceremony held at the Maharaja Hari Singh Statue, Tawi Bridge, several YRS members, supporters of Anekha Devi and local admirers honoured her for her achievement. Prominent YRS leaders, including [] The post Anekha receives grand reception in Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Raising of bunkers on but priority is to ensure that situation stays normal: CM
Condition of roads not good due to construction work *Pay for grant, land; then change University rules Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Dec 2: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said construction of the bunkers in forward areas is underway but priority is to ensure that situation on the borders remains calm. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp In brief chat with media persons during his visit to twin border districts of Poonch and Rajouri, Omar said work is on for construction [] The post Raising of bunkers on but priority is to ensure that situation stays normal: CM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India-EU FTA will be game-changer for Finlands partnership with India: Ambassador
MUMBAI, Dec 2: Finland Ambassador to India Kimmo Lahdevirta on Tuesday expressed hope that the soon-to-be-concluded Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union will be a game-changer for his countrys partnership with Maharashtra state, which accounts for nearly one-third of the total Finnish companies in the country. Lahdevirta, who led a high-level delegation of Finnish companies on a strategic two-day visit to Mumbai on December 1-2, also said that the two sides share a long-standing and [] The post India-EU FTA will be game-changer for Finlands partnership with India: Ambassador appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Disaster mitigation: J&K reported Rs 2499 Cr opening balance in UTDRF as on Apr 1, says Govt
Rs 1046.25 Cr provided under DRF in last 4 yrs Bivek Mathur JAMMU, Dec 2: The Union Government today informed the Parliament that the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir had an opening balance of Rs 2,499 crore in the Union Territory Disaster Response Fund (UTDRF) as on April 1, 2025. The amount is available for managing relief and response to notified natural disasters during 2025-26. The information was shared by the Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Nityanand [] The post Disaster mitigation: J&K reported Rs 2499 Cr opening balance in UTDRF as on Apr 1, says Govt appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SMAT: J&K thrashes Chandigarh by 29 runs
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 2: Jammu & Kashmir inched closer to a knockout berth in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Elite Group B after securing a commanding 29-run victory over Chandigarh at the Jadavpur University Campus Ground, Kolkata. With this impressive win, J&K registered their third triumph in four matches, strengthening their position in the group standings. Opting to bowl first, Chandigarh were met with a fierce batting display by J&K, who posted a formidable 192 all out in [] The post SMAT: J&K thrashes Chandigarh by 29 runs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
How Administrative Tone Shapes Democracy
Dr Ashwani Kumar ashwinsociology@gmail.com Democracy is often described in terms of constitutional rights, elections, and institutions. Yet most citizens encounter democracy in a far more ordinary way: through the tone of the state. The way an official speaks, listens, responds, or dismisses becomes the everyday language through which people judge whether the state respects them. Tone may appear like a small detail, but it quietly reflects the moral quality of governance. It signals whether the state sees citizens as equals [] The post How Administrative Tone Shapes Democracy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DC Bandipora reviews functioning of Ajar Grid Station
Excelsior Correspondent BANDIPORA, Dec 2: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, today conducted a series of inspections across the district to assess the progress of key developmental projects and review critical power infrastructure. The visit commenced with the inspection of the Construction of Residential Apartments for PRIs/ Protected Persons at Watapora Bandipora, a major infrastructure project being executed by the Public Works Department (PWD). The project, with an original cost of 614.37 lakh, is currently under execution and is [] The post DC Bandipora reviews functioning of Ajar Grid Station appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Promoting inclusion with Physiotherapy
World Disability Day Dr Sonia Gupta soniaguptapt@gmail.com Every year, World Disability Day-also known as the International Day of Persons with Disabilities-is observed on December 3rd to promote understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights, and well-being of persons with disabilities. The theme for 2025, Advancing Accessibility and Inclusion Through Technology and Rehabilitation, carries special relevance for Jammu & Kashmir, where a significant proportion of the population is affected by disability due to trauma, age-related conditions, congenital [] The post Promoting inclusion with Physiotherapy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Aijaz Asad reviews Centrally Sponsored Schemes of RDD & PR Department
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 2: Secretary, Rural Development Department (RDD) and Panchayati Raj, Mohammad Aijaz Asad, today conducted a comprehensive review of all Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS) being implemented by the department across the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting was attended by DG Rural Sanitation Anu Malhotra; Mission Director NRLM Shubhra Sharma; Director RDD Jammu Shahnaz Akhter; Director Panchayati Raj Sham Lal; Director Finance Umar Khan; CEO IWMP Rajnish Kumar; COO Himayat Rajneesh Gupta; Joint Director Planning [] The post Aijaz Asad reviews Centrally Sponsored Schemes of RDD & PR Department appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sakeena Itoo launches CUJs Department of Performing Arts
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 02: Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, today officially launched the Department of Performing Arts of Cluster University of Jammu (CUJ) besides releasing the official logo of the department in a grand celebration held at Abhinav Theatre here today. Addressing the gathering on the occasion, Sakeena Itoo highlighted that the inauguration marks a significant expansion of universitys academic and cultural landscape, aimed at nurturing the young talent in music, theatre, dance [] The post Sakeena Itoo launches CUJs Department of Performing Arts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Police rescues 14 bovines, seizes bus, TATA 407 used for smuggling of animals
Excelsior Correspondent SAMBA, Dec 2: Samba police has foiled two bovine smuggling attempts in the jurisdiction of Police Station (PS) Ghagwal and rescued 14 bovines from the clutches of bovine smugglers. The vehicles Tata- 407 and a passenger bus have been seized which were being used by bovine smugglers for illegal transportation of milch animals. Police said acting on information received from reliable sources, a team of Police Station (PS) Ghagwal has intercepted a passenger bus bearing Registration Number JK02CN-9009 [] The post Police rescues 14 bovines, seizes bus, TATA 407 used for smuggling of animals appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jasma: Seamless Metamorphosis of Bhavai to Haran
Ravinder Kaul JAMMU, Dec 2: The play Jasma, presented by the Department of Performing Arts, Cluster University of Jammu, in collaboration with J&K Academy of Art, Culture and Languages, is an adaptation of the Gujarati play Jasma Odan written by Shanta Gandhi in the year 1967 and first performed in 1968 by the National School of Drama Repertory Company. Kavi Rattan Sharma, the legendary theatre personality of Jammu, who was a student of NSD (1966 to 1969) saw the performance [] The post Jasma: Seamless Metamorphosis of Bhavai to Haran appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LPGEF submits memorandum to Chairman 8th Pay Commission
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 2 : The All J&K Low Paid Government Employees Federation (LPGEF) has submitted a memorandum to Chairman 8th Pay Commission demanding that until the recommendations of 8th Pay Commission are received, 50 per cent of DA be merged with the basic pay and interim relief of at least 20 percent of the Basic Pay be granted to employees and pensioners to cope with the current trend of rising prices. The memorandum signed by convener of the [] The post LPGEF submits memorandum to Chairman 8th Pay Commission appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DC Doda reviews progress of development works under Capex plan
Excelsior correspondent DODA, Dec 2: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Doda, Harvinder Singh today chaired a meeting in the conference hall, DC Office Complex to review progress under the District Capex Plan. The meeting took stock of the pace of ongoing development works and assessed the physical and financial progress of the projects undertaken under the current year Plan. A detailed sector-wise and constituency-wise presentation was made by the concerned departments. The meeting was informed about the sector and grant-wise number of [] The post DC Doda reviews progress of development works under Capex plan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Combating Agriculture Pollution
Dr. Parveen Kumar The second day of last month of the year celebrated as the National Pollution Control day is a day dedicated to awareness and sensitization of masses on a very important issue of pollution; having a very detrimental effect to all forms of life on this planet. At the same time, the day also reminds us of our role and responsibilities to control the menace of pollution in every form and that emanating from every source. Among the [] The post Combating Agriculture Pollution appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Despite being Absent from Office, Influential Supervisor at SDH Sunderbani draws full salary
Ajay Sharma SUNDERBANI, Dec 2: For the past three years, the X-ray wing of Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Sunderbani has been functioning without its designated supervisor, forcing patients to pay heavy amounts at private diagnostic centres. According to sources, the supervisor posted in the radiology section has not reported for duty even once in the [] The post Despite being Absent from Office, Influential Supervisor at SDH Sunderbani draws full salary appeared first on Northlines .
Two men booked for using VPN on mobiles in Rajouri, one arrested
Jammu, Dec 2 : Two persons have been booked for using banned virtual private network (VPN) applications on their mobile phones in Jammu and Kashmirs Rajouri district, and one of them was arrested, officials said on Tuesday. The action was taken following strict enforcement of prohibitory orders issued by the Rajouri district magistrate (DM), banning [] The post Two men booked for using VPN on mobiles in Rajouri, one arrested appeared first on Northlines .
2 notorious criminals arrested with three pistols, ammunitions
Jammu, Dec 2 : Police have arrested two notorious criminals and recovered three pistols and ammunition following an investigation into a firing incident on the outskirts of Jammu city, officials said on Tuesday. Two notorious criminals were arrested by police in the Domana jurisdiction, and three pistols, ammunition and a sharp-edged weapon were recovered, Superintendent [] The post 2 notorious criminals arrested with three pistols, ammunitions appeared first on Northlines .
J&Ks Raj Bhavan renamed as Lok Bhavan
Jammu, Dec 2:Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governors Secretariat has announced the renaming of the Union Territorys Raj Bhavan to Lok Bhavan, Jammu and Kashmir. This building serves as the official residence and office of the Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory, according to an order issued today. The order, signed by Principal Secretary Dr Mandeep [] The post J&Ks Raj Bhavan renamed as Lok Bhavan appeared first on Northlines .
4.29 lakh youth trained in J&K under Skill India Mission: Centre
New Delhi, Dec 2: The Centre on Tuesday said 4,29,954 (four lakh twenty-nine thousand, nine hundred and fifty-four) youth were trained in Jammu and Kashmir under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) as part of the Skill India Mission (SIM), while multiple other centrally sponsored schemes continue to operate for reskilling and upskilling in [] The post 4.29 lakh youth trained in J&K under Skill India Mission: Centre appeared first on Northlines .
Financial transparency ensured in Ladakh, LGs authority intact: MHA
New Delhi, Dec 2: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has ensured enhanced financial transparency and accountability in the Union Territory of Ladakh while retaining full powers with the Lieutenant Governor (LG), official sources from MHA said on Tuesday. Under the new framework, Administrative Approval (AA) and Expenditure Sanction (ES) for major projects will be [] The post Financial transparency ensured in Ladakh, LGs authority intact: MHA appeared first on Northlines .
Centre highlights J&Ks afforestation work under GIM
Says, UT utilised Rs 33.50 crore from 2019-24 New Delhi, Dec 2: The Union Government on Tuesday said Jammu and Kashmir continues to be one of the implementing regions of the country under the National Mission for a Green India (GIM) with afforestation and ecosystem restoration activities undertaken in selected landscapes during the last five [] The post Centre highlights J&Ks afforestation work under GIM appeared first on Northlines .
Met predicts light snow at isolated areas Dec 45 Srinagar, Dec 2: Jammu and Kashmir continues to witness freezing temperatures with mercury plummeting below zero degrees Celsius in several areas of the regions, meteorological department said. The department said that shallow to moderate fog is likely to persist at many places in Kashmir division and [] The post Sub-Zero chill grips J&K appeared first on Northlines .
Vaishno Devi medical college controversy reaches BJP national chief
Partys J&K leaders cite devotees resentment; demand review of admission Jammu, Dec 2: A delegation of Jammu and Kashmir Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders on Tuesday met Union Health Minister JP Nadda and urged a review of the controversial admission of 42 Muslim candidates in the first MBBS batch at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute [] The post Vaishno Devi medical college controversy reaches BJP national chief appeared first on Northlines .
Op Sindoor proof of Bharats will to respond strongly: Rajnath
Says Art 370 abrogation ensured J&Ks integration into countrys mainstream New Delhi, Dec 2:Terming Operation Sindoor as proof of Indias strength to give a befitting reply to those who do not understand the language of peace and goodwill, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday likened Indias action against terrorism to the iron will and leadership [] The post Op Sindoor proof of Bharats will to respond strongly: Rajnath appeared first on Northlines .
Vaishno Devi Quota Row: Omar demands Return grants & land first
Says religion-based MBBS seats violate law, Constitution, policy Asserts NEET admissions must stay merit-based Jammu, Dec 2: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday said there can be no allocation of seats on religious lines in the proposed Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME) at Katra, asserting that admissions have to remain strictly [] The post Vaishno Devi Quota Row: Omar demands Return grants & land first appeared first on Northlines .
CM to chair crucial meeting of cabinet today
Likely to act on CSC report on reservation Srinagar, Dec 2: Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah will chair a crucial meeting of the cabinet on Wednesday morning, which is likely to discuss the implementation of the cabinet sub-committees report on reservation. Sources said that the CM will chair the first meeting of the cabinet [] The post CM to chair crucial meeting of cabinet today appeared first on Northlines .
Operation Sindoor | Persistent naval presence locked Pak fleet near ports: Navy Chief
New Delhi, Dec 2: Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi on Monday said that the Indian Navys persistent presence in the northern Arabian Sea during Operation Sindoor compelled Pakistans naval assets to remain positioned close to their bases, significantly limiting their operational mobility for several days. Addressing the media in New Delhi, Admiral [] The post Operation Sindoor | Persistent naval presence locked Pak fleet near ports: Navy Chief appeared first on Northlines .
A Week On, Elusive Bear Keeps Srinagar Residents Fearful
SRINAGAR: A week-long hunt to capture a wild bear in Srinagar has yet to succeed. The unknown whereabouts of the wild bear has left residents of several areas in a state of fear. The wild bear was initially spotted on November 26 near the University of Kashmir campus and later near the SKIMS hospital premises []
NC Set for Grand Celebration of Sheikh Abdullahs 120th Birth Anniversary
SRINAGAR: A year after returning to power in Jammu and Kashmir and weeks after the historic restoration of the traditional Durbar Move, the National Conference is all set to mark the 120th birth anniversary of its founder, Sher-e-Kashmir Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah, with renewed vigour and official grandeur on December 5. According to the details available []
Delhi blast case: Centre appoints senior advocate Madhav Khurana as Special Public Prosecutor
NEW DELHI, Dec 2: The Union home ministry on Tuesday appointed senior advocate Madhav Khurana as the special public prosecutor for conducting trial and other matters in the case related to the November 10 car blast near the Red Fort that claimed 15 lives, a government order said. Khurana has been appointed special public prosecutor (SPP) for three years on behalf of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to conduct trial and other legal matters before the NIA special court and [] The post Delhi blast case: Centre appoints senior advocate Madhav Khurana as Special Public Prosecutor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BJP Flags Vaishno Devi Medical College Admissions Before Party Chief
SRINAGAR: A delegation of Jammu and Kashmir Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders on Tuesday met Union Health Minister JP Nadda and urged a review of the controversial admission of 42 Muslim candidates in the first MBBS batch at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME), Katra. The institute, run by the Shri Mata []
Ladakh Sees Financial Transparency, LGs Authority Maintained: MHA
SRINAGAR: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has ensured enhanced financial transparency and accountability in the Union Territory of Ladakh while retaining full powers with the Lieutenant Governor (LG), official sources from MHA said on Tuesday. Under the new framework, Administrative Approval (AA) and Expenditure Sanction (ES) for major projects will be processed through the []
Zojila Tunnel Nears Breakthrough After 12 km Excavation
SRINAGAR: The construction of the strategically important Zojila Tunnel is progressing rapidly and remains on schedule for completion by 2028, officials said on Tuesday. Retired Colonel Shiv Kumar, General Manager at MEIL the company executing the project said that the work that began in late 2020 initially faced delays due to harsh winter conditions. []
PDD Worker Critically Injured After Electric Shock in Ganderbal
SRINAGAR: A Power Development Department (PDD) employee sustained critical burn injuries after suffering an electric shock while repairing a transformer in Chatergul area of Kangan in central kashmirs Ganderbal district on Tuesday. Sources said that the injured worker was referred from SDH Kangan to SKIMS Soura in a critical condition, with multiple burn injuries. The []
KPDCL Schedules Power Shutdowns in South, Central Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has announced multiple scheduled power shutdowns across south and central Kashmir in early December. According to the Chief Engineer (Distribution), the 33 kV LassiporaLandoora line will remain shut, disrupting electricity supply to Landoora, Watchi, Babapora, Momen, Hermain, Hajipora, Chakoora, Frisal and adjoining areas from 10:30 pm to 3:30 []
Satish Sharma Inaugurates 143 KW Rooftop Solar Plant in Jammu
SRINAGAR: Jammu Kashmir took a major step towards renewable energy adoption on Tuesday as Minister Satish Sharma inaugurated a 143 KW grid-connected rooftop solar power plant at the JK Cable Car Corporation in Bahu, Jammu. The project, costing Rs 74.55 lakh, is expected to generate 1.83 lakh units annually, saving around Rs 15 lakh in []
Rs 349.94 Lakh Goat Farm Project Unveiled as Mega Kisan Mela Opens in Kathua
SRINAGAR: A grand District Mega Kisan Mela was inaugurated today at Ghatti, Kathua by Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Cooperatives and Election Department, Javid Ahmed Dar. The event brought together farmers, agriculture experts, and SKUAST scientists for knowledge sharing, technological demonstrations, and farmerscientist interactions. During the inauguration, Dar laid the foundation []
Hong Kong to start independent inquiry into deadly fire as public pressure mounts
HONG KONG, Dec 2: Hong Kong will set up an independent committee of inquiry headed by a judge to determine the cause of a deadly apartment block fire that shocked the city, and to make recommendations to prevent a similar tragedy from happening again, its leader said Tuesday. John Lee, the chief executive of the Chinese region, pledged to overcome vested interests and bring about systemic change in the construction industry after a fire that killed at least 151 [] The post Hong Kong to start independent inquiry into deadly fire as public pressure mounts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Poland receives 32 American Abrams M1A2 Tanks: Defence Ministry
WARSAW, Dec 2: Poland has received 32 of the latest US Abrams M1A2 tanks, Polish Deputy Defence Minister Pawel Bejda said. The fourth delivery of the latest Abrams tanks. Currently, 32 M1A2 tanks are being unloaded at a Polish port, Bejda said on X on Monday. He noted that these tanks will enter service after undergoing modifications at the Polish Armaments Group plant. In 2022, Warsaw and Washington signed a USD 4.75 billion contract for the supply of 250 Abrams [] The post Poland receives 32 American Abrams M1A2 Tanks: Defence Ministry appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Trump closes flights over Venezuela after Maduros refusal to leave country
WASHINGTON, Dec 2: US President Donald Trump urged Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro to leave the country by November 28, and after that deadline, announced the closure of Venezuelan airspace, the Reuters news agency reported, citing sources. The phone call between Trump and Maduro, which lasted less than 15 minutes, took place on November 21, the report said on Monday. During the conversation with Trump, Maduro mentioned a full amnesty for him and his family members, as well as the lifting [] The post Trump closes flights over Venezuela after Maduros refusal to leave country appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Russia parliament ratifies key military pact with India ahead of Putins state visit
MOSCOW, Dec 2: Russias lower house of parliament, State Duma, on Tuesday ratified a key military pact with India ahead of President Vladimir Putins state visit to New Delhi on December 4-5. The Reciprocal Exchange of Logistic Support (RELOS) signed on February 18, between the two governments was sent to Duma last week for ratification by Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin. Our relations with India are strategic and comprehensive, and we value them. We understand that todays ratification of the agreement [] The post Russia parliament ratifies key military pact with India ahead of Putins state visit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pak parliament passes bill to protect rights of non-Muslims and establish commission for minorities
ISLAMABAD, Dec 2: Pakistan parliament on Tuesday passed a landmark bill to protect the rights of non-Muslims and establish a dedicated commission for minorities. Law Minister Azam Nazir Tarar moved the National Commission for Minority Rights Bill 2025 which was passed by the National Assembly and Senate in a joint session after intense debate. The bill was delayed for 10 years and politics should not influence it, Tarar said on the occasion, adding that the passage of the bill marks [] The post Pak parliament passes bill to protect rights of non-Muslims and establish commission for minorities appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Nepal to observe Gen Z Martyr Day every year in honour of those killed in protests
KATHMANDU, Dec 2 : The Nepal government has decided to observe the Gen Z Martyr Day on Bhadra 23 every year as per the Bikram Era calendar in honour of those killed in the anti-government protests. The day fell on September 8 this year when at least 22 people, mainly students, were killed after the then K P Sharma Oli-led government opened fire at the Gen Z protesters near the Parliament building in Kathmandus Nayabaneshwor. In total, 76 people were [] The post Nepal to observe Gen Z Martyr Day every year in honour of those killed in protests appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pak claims relief operations for cyclone-hit Sri Lanka hampered by lack of cooperation by India
ISLAMABAD, Dec 2 : Pakistan on Tuesday alleged that its relief operations for cyclone-hit Sri Lanka were being hampered by lack of cooperation by India by delaying permission to use its airspace, a claim denied by New Delhi. India on Monday expeditiously heeded to Pakistans request to use Indian airspace to send humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka, people familiar with the matter said. They said the official request for overflight was submitted by Pakistan at around 1300 hours (Indian time) [] The post Pak claims relief operations for cyclone-hit Sri Lanka hampered by lack of cooperation by India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indian envoy Kwatra holds fruitful talks with top US lawmakers on energy, defence, trade
NEW YORK, Dec 2 : Indias Ambassador to the US, Vinay Kwatra, has held fruitful conversations with a group of influential American lawmakers on strengthening bilateral cooperation in energy, defence, and trade. In a social media post on Monday, Kwatra said he was honoured to host US Senators Lindsey Graham, Richard Blumenthal, Sheldon Whitehouse, Peter Welch, Dan Sullivan, and Markwayne Mullin at India House, the Ambassadors official residence in Washington. He expressed gratitude for their support for a stronger relationship [] The post Indian envoy Kwatra holds fruitful talks with top US lawmakers on energy, defence, trade appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
US power play in the Caribbean: Washingtons new Monroe Doctrine
Trump Administration is adopting a policy of installing friendly regimes By Roger McKenzie LONDON: We have grown used over the years to client regimes in the Middle East and parts of Africa doing the bidding of the various colonial rulers. Sadly, these misleaders are not restricted to those regions. We are seeing the [] The post US power play in the Caribbean: Washingtons new Monroe Doctrine appeared first on Northlines .
Special on World Disability Day | Awareness about people with disabilities needs to be increased
Ramesh Sarraf Dhamora Disability is seen as a social stigma in society, which needs to be addressed. This years theme for World Disability Day is promoting disability-inclusive societies to advance social progress. It underscores the importance of empowering persons with disabilities to shape their own destiny and play a leading role in contributing to [] The post Special on World Disability Day | Awareness about people with disabilities needs to be increased appeared first on Northlines .
Parliaments Standing Committee report on Pharma attracts Global attention
European as also developing countries looking at the ways of drug prices rigging By T N Ashok In a windowless committee room on Parliament Street, Indian lawmakers have lit a fuse that threatens to detonate the business model of the worlds most profitable industry. The numbers are stark, even obscene. A common allergy [] The post Parliaments Standing Committee report on Pharma attracts Global attention appeared first on Northlines .
New Delhi: A high-level delegation of the Jammu and Kashmir Bharatiya Janata Party today called on Union Minister for Health & Family Welfare Shri J.P.Nadda in New Delhi to discuss the growing concerns over the recent MBBS admissions at #Shri_Mata_Vaishno_Devi_Institute_of_Medical_Excellence (SMVDIME), #Katra, an institution run by the Shri Mama Vaishno Devi Shrine Board. The delegation comprised Union MoS (PMO) Dr Jitendra Singh, J&K BJP President & MP (Rajya Sabha) Shri Sat Sharma, Leader of Opposition Shri Sunil Sharma, MPs Shri [] The post High level BJP delegation meets Union Health Minister; raises concern over SMVD Hospital MBBS admission issue appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Nehru wanted to build Babri mosque using public funds, but Sardar Patel thwarted his plans: Rajnath
VADODARA, Dec 2: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said the countrys first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru wanted to build the Babri masjid using public funds, but Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel didnt allow his plans to succeed. He also claimed that Nehru had suggested that funds collected by the common people for building a memorial for Patel after his death be utilised for constructing wells and roads. Addressing a gathering at Sadhli village near Vadodara as part of a Unity March [] The post Nehru wanted to build Babri mosque using public funds, but Sardar Patel thwarted his plans: Rajnath appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rubaiyya Sayeed kidnapping: Court releases Shangloo, rejects CBI plea for custody
JAMMU: In a major setback to the CBI, a special court on Tuesday set free Shafat Ahmed Shangloo who was arrested by the agency a day before in connection with the 1989 kidnapping of Rubaiyya Sayeed, the daughter of the then home minister Mufi Mohammed Sayeed. The court refused to grant Shangloos custody to the []
Desperate Pakistan Launches Anti-Taliban Drive, Risking Another Afghan Civil War
By Fatima Baloch When the Afghan Taliban captured Kabul on August 15, 2021, Pakistan celebrated. The Prime Minister, military officials, and other high-profile politicians declared it a victory for Pakistan. Yet continued attacks from Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and the secular Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), combined with the AfghanPakistan clashes of October 1415, 2025, quickly shifted the narrative. In the context of Afghanistans improving regional relations, Pakistan now labels the Afghan Taliban 2.0 government illegitimate, frequently using the propaganda term regime [] The post Desperate Pakistan Launches Anti-Taliban Drive, Risking Another Afghan Civil War appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
High Court Allows Waheed Para to Travel Within Country After 4 Years
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has permitted Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader and MLA Pulwama, Waheed-ur-Rehman Para to travel within India, modifying the earlier bail condition that restricted him to Jammu and Kashmir. The decision was made by a bench comprising Justices Vinod Chatterji Koul and Sanjeev Kumar on December 2, []
Govt invites opposition leaders for discussion to end SIR logjam in Parliament
NEW DELHI, Dec 2: With vociferous Opposition protests over the SIR stalling Parliament proceedings for a second day, the Government on Tuesday told both Houses that it has invited leaders from various parties for talks to end the stalemate, but stressed that no timeline be set for the discussion. Speaking in the Lok Sabha, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said the government was willing to discuss any issue and had invited leaders from various parties for a dialogue, but asserted [] The post Govt invites opposition leaders for discussion to end SIR logjam in Parliament appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Using a Single Decorative Light as Your Rooms Focal Point
Every room deserves a statement, something that instantly catches the eye and ties the entire space together. While art or furniture often takes that role, lighting can be just as powerful. A well-placed decorative light can transform a simple room into a stylish, inviting space. Whether its a cosy apartment or a spacious home, one striking fixture, when thoughtfully chosen and placed, can define your interiors. Add the flexibility of smart home lights, and you have the perfect blend of [] The post Using a Single Decorative Light as Your Rooms Focal Point appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Effects Of Hard Water on Household Appliances
Hard water may look harmless, but the hardness causing minerals it carries, mainly calcium and magnesium, can create significant problems for daily appliances. Over time, these minerals build up inside machines, pipes, taps, and fixtures, affecting not only performance but also long-term efficiency and maintenance costs. This is why many people now consider options like a water softener for home, as it helps ensure softer water without much daily effort. How Hard Water Impacts Different Areas of Your Home From [] The post Effects Of Hard Water on Household Appliances appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Red Fort blast case: Accused Amir Rashid Ali produced in Patiala House Court
NEW DELHI, Dec 2: Amir Rashid Ali, one of the accused of the Red Fort blast, was produced before a Delhi court on Tuesday. Ali was produced before Principal and Sessions Judge Anju Bajaj Chandna on the conclusion of his police custody in the case. The proceedings are underway. On November 29, the court sent three doctors and a preacher, who were arrested in connection with the Red Fort blast, to 10 days judicial custody. As of now, the NIA [] The post Red Fort blast case: Accused Amir Rashid Ali produced in Patiala House Court appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Lok Sabha adjourned for day amid Opposition protest over SIR
NEW DELHI, Dec 2: Relentless protest by the Opposition demanding a debate on SIR led to the adjournment of Lok Sabha proceedings for the day on Tuesday even as the government asserted that it was ready to discuss the issue in the House without assigning a timeline. After two adjournments earlier in the day, the House met again at 2 pm amid sloganeering by the Opposition members. Dilip Saikia who was presiding over the House, urged the Opposition to allow [] The post Lok Sabha adjourned for day amid Opposition protest over SIR appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
1989 Rubaiyya Sayeed kidnapping case: CBI seeks custody of suspect
JAMMU, Dec 2: The CBI on Tuesday sought the custody of Shafat Ahmed Shangloo, arrested in the 35-year-old case relating to the kidnapping of Rubaiyya Sayeed, in the TADA court in Jammu. Shangloo was arrested on Monday. He carried a reward of Rs 10 lakh, in connection with the sensational 1989 kidnapping of Sayeed, daughter of the then Union Home Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, for allegedly being part of a conspiracy hatched by members of the banned Jammu and Kashmir [] The post 1989 Rubaiyya Sayeed kidnapping case: CBI seeks custody of suspect appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Tourism in Ladakh will expand significantly in days to come: LG Kavinder Gupta
JAMMU, Dec 2: Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta on Tuesday paid obeisance at the holy cave shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi and expressed optimism about the future, saying that tourism in Ladakh will expand significantly in the coming days. Talking to reporters after offering prayers at the cave shrine on his birthday, Gupta said tourism in Ladakh will expand significantly. In the coming time, Ladakh will become a year-round tourist destination, benefiting all sections of society. It is steadily progressing towards [] The post Tourism in Ladakh will expand significantly in days to come: LG Kavinder Gupta appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
JKAS Aspirants Left Uncertain Over Age Criteria as Exam Nears
SRINAGAR: JKAS aspirants are still waiting for the governments formal order on age relaxation, despite repeated verbal assurances from top officials, including the Chief Minister and senior bureaucrats, over the past several months. A group of JKAS aspirants said the matter has been pending since June, when the process for the 2025 recruitment cycle began. []
JK: High Court allows PDP leader Waheed Para to travel in country
SRINAGAR: After four years, Peoples Democratic Party leader Waheed-ur-Rehman Para, accused in a terror conspiracy case, was granted permission to travel within the country by the Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court on Tuesday. Para was granted bail by a division bench of the High Court in May 2022 on a surety of Rs []
DRI seizes 45,984 e-cigarettes worth 10.42 crore at Tuticorin; 3 arrested
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has successfully busted a major smuggling operation involving prohibited electronic cigarettes worth Rs. 10.41 crore at Tuticorin Port. Three persons have been arrested in connection with the case. Based on specific intelligence that a gang involved in smuggling of e-cigarettes had planned to import a container containing e-cigarettes from [] The post DRI seizes 45,984 e-cigarettes worth 10.42 crore at Tuticorin; 3 arrested appeared first on Northlines .
India took leading role in emergency response in aftermath of cyclone: Sri Lankan Presidents office
COLOMBO, Dec 2: India has taken a leading role in immediate emergency response efforts in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah that has killed more than 400 people and caused widespread devastation, President Anura Kumara Dissanayakes office said on Tuesday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed heartfelt condolences to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and reaffirmed that India stands firmly beside Sri Lanka and its people in this difficult hour, the presidents office said. Prime Minister Modi on Monday spoke to Dissanayake and [] The post India took leading role in emergency response in aftermath of cyclone: Sri Lankan Presidents office appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Biocon Biologics settles with Amgen Inc to commercialise biosimilars in Europe
NEW DELHI, Dec 2: Biocon Biologics on Tuesday said it has inked a settlement agreement with Amgen Inc., paving the path for the commercialisation of Denosumab biosimilars in Europe and the rest of the world. The agreement allows Biocon Biologics to commercialise both biosimilars Vevzuo and Evfraxy in Europe starting December 2, 2025. The other terms of the settlement remain confidential. This settlement sets the stage for Biocon Biologics to bring our Denosumab biosimilars, Vevzuo and Evfraxy, to [] The post Biocon Biologics settles with Amgen Inc to commercialise biosimilars in Europe appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Users free to keep or delete Sanchar Saathi: Jyotiraditya Scindia
NEW DELHI, Dec 2: Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday said the Sanchar Saathi app, a fraud reporting app the Government wants pre-installed on all devices, can be deleted by users. Users can decide to keep the Sanchar Saathi app or delete it, Scindia told reporters on Tuesday. The Department of Telecom has directed manufacturers and importers of mobile handsets to ensure that its fraud reporting app, Sanchar Saathi, is pre-installed on all new devices and installed via a software [] The post Users free to keep or delete Sanchar Saathi: Jyotiraditya Scindia appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BIF slams SIM-binding directions for msg apps; calls for talks, pause on implementation timelines
NEW DELHI, Dec 2: Broadband India Forum (BIF) on Tuesday flagged serious concerns over the Government directive mandating a continuous, active SIM for use of messaging apps, and urged the Centre to pause implementation timelines and hold stakeholder consultations on the SIM-binding issue. BIF said that, while well-intentioned in its stated goal of curbing cyber-fraud originating from abroad, the directions raise significant questions of jurisdiction, consumer impact, and risk, creating obligations that extend far beyond the mandate of the Telecom [] The post BIF slams SIM-binding directions for msg apps; calls for talks, pause on implementation timelines appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bank of Maharashtra OFS opens, Govt to offload up to 6pc stake
NEW DELHI, Dec 2: The Offer for Sale (OFS) of Bank of Maharashtra opened on Tuesday for non-retail investors at a floor price of Rs 54 per share. At the floor price the government would mop up about Rs 2,492 crore by divesting its 6 per cent stake in the state-owned lender. The OFS will open for retail investors on Wednesday, as per the prospectus of the share sale. The floor price for the Bank of Maharashtra OFS has been [] The post Bank of Maharashtra OFS opens, Govt to offload up to 6pc stake appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Navy to get INS Aridhaman, 3rd Indian-made nuclear submarine
New Delhi: India will soon induct its third nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), INS Aridhaman, Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Tripathi announced, marking a significant boost to the nations sea-based nuclear deterrent. The milestone follows the formal commissioning of the second SSBN, INS Arighaat, into the Strategic Forces Command in Visakhapatnam in August. With Aridhaman entering [] The post Navy to get INS Aridhaman, 3rd Indian-made nuclear submarine appeared first on Northlines .
Is Kashmirs Agricultural History Older Than We Have Believed?
by Dr Farooq A. Lone Scientific evidence from excavations, pollen studies and plant remains shows that agriculture in Kashmir began over 4,000 years ago, evolving from early Near Eastern crops to diverse mixed farming The quest for food has been the primary struggle for humans, like all other animals on this planet. From being a []
Female suicide bomber targets Pak paramilitary headquarters in Balochistan; 6 militants killed
KARACHI, Dec 2: A female suicide bomber of the banned Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) blew herself up at the entrance of the headquarters of a paramilitary force in Pakistans restive Balochistan province, triggering a prolonged gunfight in which six militants were killed, security officials said on Tuesday. The attacker detonated herself at the main entrance of the Frontier Corps (FC) headquarters in Nokundi town of Chagai district on Sunday night, the officials said. The BLA later identified the bomber as [] The post Female suicide bomber targets Pak paramilitary headquarters in Balochistan; 6 militants killed appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Census to be done in two phases between April 2026 and Feb 2027: govt
NEW DELHI:Census 2027 will be conducted in two phases, the first between April and September 2026 and the second in February 2027, the Lok Sabha was informed on Tuesday. Giving details of the exercise in response to a question by Congress MP Rahul Gandhi, Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai said the two []
South Kashmir: Police Seize Vehicles Used in Illegal Mining Operations
SRINAGAR: Police in Pulwama district of South Kashmir have stepped up night patrols across vulnerable areas and, during a late-night operation, seized heavy machinery being used for illegal mining activities. Police teams from Police Station Litter conducted targeted checks at Rambi Ara and Nikloora village on the intervening night of Monday and Tuesday, where two []
