Maharaja Ranbir Singh bestowed J&K with vision, culture: Sinha
Says nation indebted to him for his reforms Jammu Tawi, Mar 16:Asserting that Maharaja Ranbir Singh did not merely rule Jammu and Kashmir but he bestowed it a new vision, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said that nation is indebted to him for his reforms. Addressing the unveiling ceremony of the bust of Maharaja [] The post Maharaja Ranbir Singh bestowed J&K with vision, culture: Sinha appeared first on Northlines .
Rs 364 Cr spent on J&K elections in 2024
Union Govt bears cost of LS polls; UT bears Assembly expenses Jammu Tawi, Mar 16:The expenditure for conducting Parliamentary and Assembly elections in Jammu & Kashmir in 2024 touched Rs 364 crore, official documents reveal. According to records, the combined cost of the two elections amounted to Rs 364.57 crore. Of this, Rs 205.37 crore [] The post Rs 364 Cr spent on J&K elections in 2024 appeared first on Northlines .
Tulip Bloom brings fresh hope for Kashmirs tourism sector: CM
Nearly 18 lakh tulips of 70+ varieties in bloom at Tulip Garden Srinagar, Mar 16:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday inaugurated the Tulip Festival2026 and formally threw open the iconic Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden at foothills of Zabarwan mountain range here. According to the details available, the garden has been adorned with around 18 [] The post Tulip Bloom brings fresh hope for Kashmirs tourism sector: CM appeared first on Northlines .
J&K has sufficient fuel stock: Minister
Warns strict action against black-marketing Srinagar, Mar 16:Jammu and Kashmir has sufficient stocks of fuel and essential commodities to last around 21 days, Food and Civil Supplies Minister Satish Sharma said on Monday. He added that kerosene distribution, which was suspended after J&K was declared kerosene-free, had been temporarily resumed, with around 2.5 litres to [] The post J&K has sufficient fuel stock: Minister appeared first on Northlines .
J&K to observe Shab-e-Qadr tonight
Jammu Tawi, Mar 27:Shab-e-Qadr (Lailatul Qadr), one of the holiest nights in Islam, will be observed tonight with lakhs of devotees expected to spend the night in prayers, recitation of the Holy Quran at Masjids and Shrines across Jammu and Kashmir. According to details, the Hazratbal shrine in Srinagar is likely to witness the largest [] The post J&K to observe Shab-e-Qadr tonight appeared first on Northlines .
Pending subsidy backlog cast shadow on Horticulture schemes in Rajouri
Ajay Sharma Rajouri, March 16 Instead of clearingHorticulture pending subsidy liabilities, the Horticulture Department continues to sanction cases under horticulture initiatives, including fruit plant distributions and irrigation support such as water tanks and bore-wells. According to sources, the Horticulture Department had conducted regular awareness camps in villages, encouraging people to plant fruit trees like oranges, [] The post Pending subsidy backlog cast shadow on Horticulture schemes in Rajouri appeared first on Northlines .
Jammu Adm cracks down on LPG Dealers over delivery failures
Jammu Tawi, Mar 16: The Jammu administration on Monday conducted inspections at LPG outlets amid panic buying and complaints of delivery failures of gas cylinders and took action against some dealers who were allegedly found violating norms. Long queues were reported at several LPG outlets in Jammu over the past few days in the wake [] The post Jammu Adm cracks down on LPG Dealers over delivery failures appeared first on Northlines .
CM reviews stock of LPG, Essentials
Srinagar, Mar 16: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday directed officers to ensure there is no artificial scarcity or black marketing of essential commodities across the Union territory ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr and Navratri festivals. Abdullah chaired a meeting to review the stock of essential commodities and petroleum products in Jammu and Kashmir in view of [] The post CM reviews stock of LPG, Essentials appeared first on Northlines .
1.60 lakh additions in voter JK roll revision, 67,690 entries deleted
Jammu Tawi, Mar 16 : More than 1.60 lakh voters were added to the electoral rolls in Jammu and Kashmir during the recent special summary revision (SSR), while 67,690 names were deleted and 2.29 lakh corrections carried out, according to official data. Jammu district recorded the highest number of deletions, which included duplicate and shifted [] The post 1.60 lakh additions in voter JK roll revision, 67,690 entries deleted appeared first on Northlines .
After defeat of impeachment motion against Speaker, Opposition needs to cooperate
Om Birla also has to do his best to perform without any perceived bias By Kalyani Shankar The role of the Lok Sabha Speaker in promoting parliamentary stability and Independence is incredibly important and deserves recognition. On March 11, 2026, the Oppositions impeachment motion against Speaker Om Birla was defeated by a voice [] The post After defeat of impeachment motion against Speaker, Opposition needs to cooperate appeared first on Northlines .
Being a part of resolving the challenge!
By Er. Rajesh Pathak Sri Sri Ravi Shanker of Art of Living says, Yog is thescience of material life; Bhakti, the spiritual. If both gets integrated the man attains what is called immutable bliss granted from the supreme knowledge! The same thingShri Krishna says in his words thatGyan-Vigyan truptatma. Going further deep in Yog-Vigyan, Ravishankeradds, [] The post Being a part of resolving the challenge! appeared first on Northlines .
IndiGo and Adani Airports Partner to Offer IndiGo BluChips on Duty-Free Shopping Editors Synopsis
IndiGos loyalty program IndiGo BluChip to offer earnings on duty-free purchases at airports managed by Adani Airport Holdings Ltd (AAHL) The partnership will integrate IndiGo BluChip with the Adani platform, enabling travellers to pre-order duty-free products and collect them at the airport. The collaboration brings together Indias preferred airline and the countrys largest private airport operator to enhance passenger convenience and digital retail experiences. Ahmedabad, 16 March 2026: IndiGo, Indias preferred airline, and Adani Airport Holdings Limited [] The post IndiGo and Adani Airports Partner to Offer IndiGo BluChips on Duty-Free Shopping Editors Synopsis appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
In a period of Global Turmoil, China and Vietnam launch innovative strategic dialogue
President Xi-Jinping starts his programme of wooing neighbours through new mechanism By Satyaki Chakraborty Just three days after the conclusion of the eight day National Peoples Congress in Beijing, Chinese Government launched on March 15 an innovative strategic dialogue with its neighbours focusing on political, security as also defence cooperation issues. The dialogue is [] The post In a period of Global Turmoil, China and Vietnam launch innovative strategic dialogue appeared first on Northlines .
Stage set for bruising battle of ballots in Kerala on April 9
CPI, CPI (M) steal a march by announcing list of candidates By P. Sreekumaran THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: With the Election Commission of India (ECI) announcing April 9 as the date for the 2026 Assembly election, the stage has been set for a bruising, no-holds-barred battle of ballots in Kerala. With less than a month left [] The post Stage set for bruising battle of ballots in Kerala on April 9 appeared first on Northlines .
Those young boys and girls who wanted to crack IAS or JKAS exams should learn a meaningful lesson from JKAS topper 2026, Absyu Sharma who claimed that he maintained distance from social media soon after completing his college studies and burned midnight oil to reach the height of success. The point raised by this topper [] The post Meaningful Lesson appeared first on Northlines .
Man Accused of Firing at Farooq Abdullah Remanded to Seven Days Police Custody
SRINAGAR: A man accused of firing at former Farooq Abdullah, president of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference, was on Monday remanded to seven days police custody after being produced before a court, sources said. Sources said that the accused, identified as Kamal Singh Jamwal, was produced before the court and was granted seven days []
Ladakh Protesters Rally for Statehood, Sixth Schedule Protection in Kargil and Leh
SRINAGAR: Thousands of people staged simultaneous peaceful protests in Kargil and Leh on Monday, demanding full statehood for Ladakh and its inclusion under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution, in response to a joint call by the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) and the Apex Body Leh. Despite observing fasts during the holy month of Ramadan, []
Strict Action Against Hoarding, Black Marketing: CM Omar Abdullah
SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday chaired a high-level meeting to review the stock position of petroleum products, LPG and other essential commodities across Jammu and Kashmir, directing the administration to maintain strict vigil against hoarding, profiteering and artificial scarcity amid the ongoing West Asia crisis and the approaching festivals of Eid al-Fitr and []
Govt Orders Transfers, Postings in Jal Shakti Department
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Monday ordered the transfer and posting of two in-charge Superintending Engineers and assigned additional charge to two in-charge Executive Engineers in the Jal Shakti Department in the interest of administration. According to Government Order No 49-JK(JSD) of 2026 dated March 16, Kulwant Singh, in-charge Superintending Engineer who was []
Stranded Indian Students Face Chaos Amid Iran Evacuations
SRINAGAR: Indian students fleeing Iran are facing a chaotic homeward journey, with nearly 70 stranded at Dubai airport after flight cancellations, and another group blocked at the Azerbaijan border for two days running. Parents are accusing the government of failing to facilitate even the basic logistics of their return despite leaving families to bear all []
Jal Shakti Department Orders Transfer, Posting Of Four Engineers
JAMMU, Mar 16: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has ordered the transfer and posting of four engineers in the Jal Shakti Department. The post Jal Shakti Department Orders Transfer, Posting Of Four Engineers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir to Observe Shab-e-Qadr Tonight
SRINAGAR: Shab-e-Qadr (Lailatul Qadr), one of the holiest nights in Islam, will be observed tonight with an ocean of devotees expected to spend the night in prayers, remembrance of Allah and recitation of the Holy Quran at Masjids and Shrines across Jammu and Kashmir. The revered Hazratbal shrine in Srinagar is likely to witness the []
Dr Minu Mahajan Reappointed As Chairperson JKBOPEE for Two Years
JAMMU, Mar 16: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has reappointed Dr. Minu Mahajan as Chairperson of the Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examination for a further period of two years. According to a notification issued by the General Administration Department Jammu and Kashmir, the reappointment has been made under the provisions of the Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examination Act, 2002. Notification reads, In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (1) of Section 4 read [] The post Dr Minu Mahajan Reappointed As Chairperson JKBOPEE for Two Years appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Man Accused Of Firing At Farooq Abdullah Remanded To 7 Days Police Custody
JAMMU, Mar 16: A man accused of firing at former Farooq Abdullah, president of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference, was on Monday remanded to seven days police custody after being produced before a court, sources said. Sources said that the accused, identified as Kamal Singh Jamwal, was produced before the court and was granted seven days of police custody to the accused to facilitate further investigation into the matter. He was arrested following the firing incident on Farooq Abdullah [] The post Man Accused Of Firing At Farooq Abdullah Remanded To 7 Days Police Custody appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kashmir Private Schools Body Voices Concern Over Education Ministers Remarks
SRINAGAR: The Private Schools Association of Jammu and Kashmir (PSAJK) on Monday expressed concern over remarks made by JK Education Minister Sakeena Itoo during a recent media interview, saying the statements had caused disappointment among stakeholders in the private education sector across the Union Territory. In a press statement, PSAJK president Baba Nazrul Islam said []
J&K Bank hosts CERSAIs 23rd CKYC Awareness Programme at CHQ
Srinagar, Mar 16: Reinforcing its commitment to strengthening compliance frameworks and promoting regulatory awareness across the financial sector in the region, J&K Bank today hosted the 23rd Awareness Programme on Central KYC Record Registry (CKYCRR) conducted by the Central Registry of Securitisation Asset Reconstruction and Security Interest of India (CERSAI) at its Corporate Headquarters here. [] The post J&K Bank hosts CERSAIs 23rd CKYC Awareness Programme at CHQ appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
CM Omar Abdullah inaugurates Tulip Festival2026 in Srinagar
SRINAGAR MARCH 16: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Monday inaugurated the annual Tulip Festival2026 here at the iconic Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden situated at the foothills of the Zabarwan, marking the arrival of the spring season in the Kashmir Valley. With the inauguration of the festival, Asias largest tulip garden was formally opened to visitors, [] The post CM Omar Abdullah inaugurates Tulip Festival2026 in Srinagar appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Jammu, 16thMarch 2026: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Monday said that the Nation owes Shri Maharaja Ranbir Singh Ji a profound debt for his reforms, building vibrant culture and forging a robust and thriving Jammu Kashmir. Shri Maharaja Ranbir Singh saw Jammu Kashmir as a living entity-not mere land, but a vibrant structure where [] The post Lieutenant Governor unveiled the bust of Shri Maharaja Ranbir Singh Ji at Central Sanskrit University, Jammu appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
CEC Kargil Flags Off Distribution of Organic Fertilizer for Crop Season 202627
Kargil, March 16, 2026: The Honble Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today flagged off 270 quintals of organic fertilizer in the first phase to Chanigund and Karkitchu villages. The distribution of organic fertilizer is being carried out under the initiative Cultivating Prosperity for the upcoming crop season 202627. The [] The post CEC Kargil Flags Off Distribution of Organic Fertilizer for Crop Season 202627 appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Ladakh Agitation: Rallies Held In Leh, Kargil Two Days After Wangchuks Release
Leh, Mar 16: Two days after the release of activist Sonam Wangchuk, rallies were held in Leh and Kargil towns on Monday on a call given by agitating groups to press the Centre for early resumption of talks on their demands for statehood and extension of the Sixth Schedule to Ladakh. Kargil and adjoining Drass also observed a complete shutdown, even as security was tightened across the Union Territory in view of the protest call given by Leh Apex Body [] The post Ladakh Agitation: Rallies Held In Leh, Kargil Two Days After Wangchuks Release appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
2 Killed, Around 20 Injured As Bus Overturns After Collision With Scorpio In Akhnoor
Jammu, Mar 16 : Two persons were killed and around 20 others injured after a speeding passenger bus traveling from Jourian to Akhnoor collided with a Scorpio vehicle and overturned near Kot Garhi village in Akhnoor area of Jammu division on Monday. Officals saud that the accident occurred when the bus, reportedly moving at high speed, hit the Scorpio near Kot Garhi and lost control before overturning on the road. Two people died in the accident, while around 20 passengers [] The post 2 Killed, Around 20 Injured As Bus Overturns After Collision With Scorpio In Akhnoor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Red Fort Blast: Court Sends 2 Accused To 15-Day Judicial Custody
New Delhi, Mar 16: A Delhi court on Monday sent two Red Fort blast conspiracy accused to 15 days of judicial custody. Special Judge Pitambar Dutt sent Zameer Ahmad Ahangar and Tufail Ahmad Bhat to jail after the completion of their five days in NIA custody. Ahangar and Bhat, both from Jammu and Kashmir, were formally arrested by the NIA in February for their active involvement in the conspiracy related to the Delhi blast. On February 25, they were sent [] The post Red Fort Blast: Court Sends 2 Accused To 15-Day Judicial Custody appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indian Oil Tanker To Arrive Tuesday After Sailing From Attacked UAE Port
New Delhi, Mar 16: An Indian-flagged crude oil tanker that sailed safely from the UAEs Fujairah port despite an attack on the terminal is scheduled to reach India on Tuesday, a senior official said, emphasizing that New Delhi is working to ensure the safe passage of remaining Indian-flagged vessels in the region. The vessel, Jag Laadki, carrying about 80,800 tonnes of Murban crude from the UAE, and all 22 Indian seafarers onboard are reported safe, said Rajesh Kumar Sinha, Special [] The post Indian Oil Tanker To Arrive Tuesday After Sailing From Attacked UAE Port appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rupee falls 10 paise to close at all-time low of 92.40 against US dollar
MUMBAI, Mar 16: The rupee weakened by 10 paise to settle at a fresh record low of 92.40 (provisional) against the US dollar on Monday amid surging crude oil prices and incessant withdrawal of foreign funds triggered by geopolitical uncertainties. The local currency, however, resisted a sharp fall backed by a significant recovery in domestic equity markets amid hopes of the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, according to forex traders. At the interbank foreign exchange, the local unit opened [] The post Rupee falls 10 paise to close at all-time low of 92.40 against US dollar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Srinagar, Mar 16: The Anti-Corruption Bureau Jammu and Kashmir on Monday said the Special Judge Anti-Corruption Court Srinagar convicted a revenue official in a bribery trap case, while a chargesheet has also been filed against another Patwari in a separate corruption case in Udhampur. In a statement ACB, the Special Judge Anti-Corruption Court Srinagar, Dr. Tasleem Arief Ganie, convicted Bashir Ahmad Dar, son of Abdul Wahab Dar, resident of Arreh Mohanpora Kulgam, in a bribery case registered under FIR No. [] The post Anti-Corruption Court Convicts Patwari In Bribery Trap; ACB Files Chargesheet In Separate Land Fraud Case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ACB secures Patwaris conviction in bribery case, files chargesheet against another
Srinagar: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Monday said that the Special Judge Anti-Corruption Court Srinagar has convicted a Patwari in a bribery trap case, while a chargesheet has also been filed against another Patwari in a separate case in Udhampur. In a statement a spokesperson said a significant verdict reinforcing the commitment to combating []
CM Omar Reviews Stock Position Of LPG, Petrol And Essential Commodities Amid Middle-East Crisis
SRINAGAR, Mar 16: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired a high-level meeting to review the stock position of essential commodities and petroleum products in Jammu and Kashmir in view of the upcoming festivals of Eid and Navratras and the prevailing geopolitical situation in West Asia. During the meeting, the Chief Minister reviewed the availability and supply position of petroleum products, Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and other essential commodities across Jammu & Kashmir. Addressing the officers, the Chief Minister emphasized that [] The post CM Omar Reviews Stock Position Of LPG, Petrol And Essential Commodities Amid Middle-East Crisis appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
8 women killed in Pakistans roof collapse
LAHORE, Mar 16:At least eight women were killed and over 30 others injured after the roof of a government building collapsed on Monday in the Punjab province of Pakistan, an official said. The incident took place in Rahim Yar Khan (RYK) district, some 400 km from Lahore. A good number of women seeking financial assistance under the government-funded Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) had gathered at a BISP women centres rooftop hall at Tiba Mithiar Chak (village) 123 when it [] The post 8 women killed in Pakistans roof collapse appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NEW DELHI, Mar 16: The CBI has registered a case into the alleged siphoning of more than Rs 11.4 crore from scholarship funds intended for students with disabilities by non-existent institutes and students, officials said Monday. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed an FIR against unidentified public servants and nodal officers in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Jammu and Kashmir for allegedly embezzling funds from the Umbrella Scholarship Scheme, launched in 2018 after six scholarship schemes [] The post CBI Registers FIR Against Govt Officials In 5 States Over Embezzlement Of Rs 11.4-Cr Scholarship Funds appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Inspections Conducted At Jammu LPG Outlets, Direct Dealers To Ensure Home Delivery As Usual
Jammu, Mar 16: The Jammu administration on Monday conducted inspections at LPG outlets amid panic buying and complaints of delivery failures of gas cylinders and took action against some dealers who were allegedly found violating norms. Long queues were reported at several LPG outlets in Jammu over the past few days in the wake of the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Officials, however, insisted there was no shortage of fuel and urged people not to fall prey to rumours, while [] The post Inspections Conducted At Jammu LPG Outlets, Direct Dealers To Ensure Home Delivery As Usual appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Firecrackers Banned in Pampore Tehsil Over Pollution, Safety Concerns
SRINAGAR: Authorities have banned the sale, purchase and use of firecrackers across Pampore tehsil of Pulwama district, citing growing concerns over environmental pollution, public safety and health hazards. The order was issued on Sunday by Executive Magistrate 1st Class and Tehsildar Pampore, Malik Aasif Ahmad (JKAS), under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita []
Time For India To Guide A Challenge-Ridden World Again: LG Manoj Sinha
JAMMU, Mar 16: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday emphasised the need to build a society that is technologically potent yet humanely sensitive, and said that time has come for India to reclaim its place in guiding a challenge-ridden world. He called upon the youth to enrich not just India but also the global intellectual and moral consciousness. Speaking after unveiling a bust of Maharaja Ranbir Singh at the Central Sanskrit University here, Sinha said, India, driven [] The post Time For India To Guide A Challenge-Ridden World Again: LG Manoj Sinha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CS Reviews Youth Sports Initiatives, Emphasises Wider Participation Across J&K
JAMMU, Mar 16: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the performance of the Youth Services & Sports Department and the Jammu & Kashmir Sports Council, with a special focus on expanding youth engagement in sports and creative activities across all districts of Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting was attended by Commissioner Secretary, Youth Services & Sports; Director General, Youth Services & Sports; Secretary, Sports Council and other senior officers of the Department. The Chief [] The post CS Reviews Youth Sports Initiatives, Emphasises Wider Participation Across J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Four Assets Worth Crores Linked To Drug Peddler Attached In J&Ks Pulwama
SRINAGAR, Mar 16: Police on Monday attached assets worth crores belonging to an alleged drug peddler in Jammu and Kashmirs Pulwama district, officials said. Police attached four immovable properties belonging to notorious drug peddler Mukhtar Ahmad Bhat, a resident of Rakh e Lajoora, in connection with an FIR under sections 8/15 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act registered at Pulwama police station, officials said. They said the attached properties include a double-storeyed residential house, a shopping complex, [] The post Four Assets Worth Crores Linked To Drug Peddler Attached In J&Ks Pulwama appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sinthan, Margan Top Roads Closed Amid Heavy Snowfall, Avalanche Risk
SRINAGAR: The District Administration Anantnag has ordered the closure of roads leading to Sinthan Top and Margan Top due to inclement weather conditions and safety concerns. According to an advisory issued by the Office of the District Magistrate Anantnag, heavy snowfall, slippery road surfaces and the risk of avalanches and landslides have made movement in []
Intracardiac Echocardiography (ICE): Redefining Precision in Modern Cardiology
Dr. Balbir Singh, Group Chairman Cardiac Sciences, Pan Max & Chief of Interventional Cardiology&Electrophysiology, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket In interventional cardiology, precision, safety, and efficiency are now essential considerations. As medical procedures grow in complexity, advanced imaging solutions that provide doctors with real-time, high-resolution views are becoming truly necessary for patient care. A major [] The post Intracardiac Echocardiography (ICE): Redefining Precision in Modern Cardiology appeared first on Northlines .
India asks its citizens not to cross Irans border without coordination with embassy
DUBAI: India on Monday asked its citizens currently in Iran not to approach or attempt to cross any land border for onward travel without prior and explicit coordination with the Indian Embassy in Tehran. In an advisory, the Indian Embassy further said that Indian nationals who attempt to leave Iran via land borders without its []
Over 13,000 teaching posts vacant in KVs, Navodaya schools: Education ministry
NEW DELHI, Mar 16: Over 13,000 teaching positions are vacant in Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) across the country, the Ministry of Education informed the Lok Sabha on Monday. The information was shared by Union Minister of State for Education Jayant Chaudhary in response to a written question. A total of 8,618 and 5,083 teaching posts are lying vacant in KVs and JNVs, respectively. Vacancies keep on arising due to opening of new schools, retirement, resignation, promotion [] The post Over 13,000 teaching posts vacant in KVs, Navodaya schools: Education ministry appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Stop military ops immediately, China in response to Trumps call to help protect Strait of Hormuz
BEIJING, Mar 16: China on Monday called on all sides to immediately stop military operations in West Asia in response to US President Donald Trumps call to join other countries, including Beijing, to help keep Strait of Hormuz open for international transport. The effective closure of the vital waterway by Iran in retaliation for airstrikes by the US and Israel has proved catastrophic for global energy and trade flows, causing the largest oil supply disruption and soaring global oil prices. [] The post Stop military ops immediately, China in response to Trumps call to help protect Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pak reported over 3,600 child abuse cases in 2025
ISLAMABAD, Mar 16: At least 3,630 child abuse cases were reported across Pakistan in 2025,marking an 8 per cent increase from the year before that, according to data released by a non-profit organisation on Monday. Sahil, an Islamabad-based entity which monitors violence against children and women, said in a statement that the cases had been reported in 81 different newspapers from across the four provinces, as well as Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT), and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and the Gilgit-Baltistan [] The post Pak reported over 3,600 child abuse cases in 2025 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sebi clears IPO plans of Travelstack, Learnfluence, Tea Post; 3 issues withdrawn
NEW DELHI, Mar 16: Three companies travel technology firm Travelstack Tech, Learnfluence Education, which operates the Lakshya coaching centres, and tea cafe chain Tea Post have received approval from Sebi to raise funds through Initial Public Offerings (IPOs), according to an update from the market regulator on Monday. Meanwhile, Rays Power Infra, Madhur Iron & Steel and Arjun Jewellers saw their documents withdrawn or returned during March 9-13, the update showed. The development comes at a time when [] The post Sebi clears IPO plans of Travelstack, Learnfluence, Tea Post; 3 issues withdrawn appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ola Electric plans Rs 2,000 cr fundraise for battery arm
NEW DELHI, Mar 16: Ola Electric has kicked off a plan to raise up to Rs 2,000 crore by selling a stake in its battery arm, Ola Cell Technologies (OCT), according to the sources. OCT owns the Tamil Nadu-based lithium-ion cell manufacturing plant with 1.5 GWh of operational capacity and plans to scale to 6 GWh by the end of this financial year. Investment bank Avendus and Motilal Oswal are mandated to run the fundraising process, sources said. The development [] The post Ola Electric plans Rs 2,000 cr fundraise for battery arm appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India exports 3.15 lakh tonne sugar in Oct-Feb of 2025-26 marketing year: AISTA
NEW DELHI, Mar 16: India exported 3.15 lakh tonne sugar during October-February in the current 2025-26 marketing year, with the UAE emerging as the top destination, the All India Sugar Trade Association (AISTA) said on Monday. Sugar exports remain under government control through quotas distributed proportionally among mills. The central government has approved total exports of 2 million tonne for 2025-26 marketing year (October-September), including an additional 5,00,000 tonne permitted recently. White sugar accounted for 2,57,971 tonne of total shipments, [] The post India exports 3.15 lakh tonne sugar in Oct-Feb of 2025-26 marketing year: AISTA appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Exports dip marginally to USD 36.61 billion in February
NEW DELHI, Mar 16: The countrys merchandise exports dropped marginally by 0.81 per cent to USD 36.61 billion in February, according to government data released on Monday. Imports increased by 24.11 per cent to USD 63.71 billion in February this year from USD 51.33 billion recorded a year ago. The trade deficit stood at USD 27.1 billion during the month under review. Briefing the media on the trade data, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said that the countrys exports are doing [] The post Exports dip marginally to USD 36.61 billion in February appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Congress Will Emerge Strong In West Bengal: G A Mir
Srinagar, Mar 16: AICC general secretary G A Mir on Monday said Congress would emerge as a strong force in the West Bengal assembly elections, asserting that the party will play the kingmaker once the results are out. Speaking to reporters in Anantnag district in south Kashmir, Mir said the party would perform much better than in the last assembly elections, when it did not win a single seat. We secured only 4.5 per cent vote share last time, but [] The post Congress Will Emerge Strong In West Bengal: G A Mir appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Sinha unveils bust of Shri Maharaja Ranbir Singh Ji at CSU, Jammu
Central Sanskrit University, Jammu Campus renamed as Shri Maharaja Ranbir Singh Campus JAMMU, MARCH 16: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Monday said that the Nation owes Shri Maharaja Ranbir Singh Ji a profound debt for his reforms, building vibrant culture and forging a robust and thriving Jammu Kashmir. Shri Maharaja Ranbir Singh saw [] The post LG Sinha unveils bust of Shri Maharaja Ranbir Singh Ji at CSU, Jammu appeared first on Northlines .
Inquiry Ordered Against Retired Engineer In Jal Shakti Department
JAMMU, Mar 16: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has ordered initiation of disciplinary proceedings against Sanjeev Kumar Malhotra, the then Executive Engineer of I&FC Division-II Jammu, who is now retired as In-charge Chief Engineer. See Order Copy Click Here.. The post Inquiry Ordered Against Retired Engineer In Jal Shakti Department appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SKIMS Launches Advanced 174-Marker Panel to Strengthen Cancer Diagnostics
SRINAGAR: The Department of Pathology at Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) has introduced an advanced panel of 174 Immunohistochemistry (IHC) markers, a development expected to significantly strengthen cancer diagnostics and precision pathology services at the institute. The facility was formally inaugurated by Prof M. Ashraf Ganie, Director of Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences and []
Dainik Jagran editor to face trial for branding J-K man terror associate
The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has ruled that falsely branding a person as having links to terrorists amounts to criminal defamation, observing that such a portrayal lowers the image of the person in the eyes of those who know him. Justice Sanjay Dhar made the observation while dealing with a petition Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
J&K | 1.60 Lakh Additions In Annual Voter Roll Revision, 67,690 Entries Deleted
Jammu, Mar 16: More than 1.60 lakh voters were added to the electoral rolls in Jammu and Kashmir during the recent special summary revision (SSR), while 67,690 names were deleted and 2.29 lakh corrections carried out, according to official data. Jammu district recorded the highest number of deletions, which included duplicate and shifted entries, in the annual voter list revision. The special summary revision is separate from the special intensive revision (SIR) carried out in some states. According to the [] The post J&K | 1.60 Lakh Additions In Annual Voter Roll Revision, 67,690 Entries Deleted appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India Evacuates Over 550 Nationals From Iran; Jaishankar Thanks Armenia For Transit Support
New Delhi, Mar 16: India has evacuated over 550 of its nationals from Iran through Armenia, with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar thanking Yerevan on Monday for facilitating the land-border transit. New Delhi has been urging Indian nationals stuck in Iran to cross over to Armenia for subsequent travel to India in view of the escalating conflict in West Asia. Thank the Government and the people of Armenia for facilitating the safe evacuation of over 550 Indian nationals from Iran [] The post India Evacuates Over 550 Nationals From Iran; Jaishankar Thanks Armenia For Transit Support appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Deputy CMs OSD Flags Security Lapses, Seeks Bullet-Resistant Vehicle for Motorcade
SRINAGAR: Security arrangements for the Deputy Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir have come under scrutiny after his Office on Special Duty sought an urgent review of the protective motorcade, citing gaps in the existing security cover and delays in providing key equipment. An official communication from Suresh Chander, JKAS, Officer on Special Duty (OSD) []
Indias Wholesale Inflation Rises To 2.13% In February
NEW DELHI, Mar 16: Indias wholesale price index (WPI)-based inflation rose to 2.13 per cent in February on a year-on-year basis, up from 1.81 per cent recorded in January, according to data released by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. However, on a month-on-month basis, the WPI inflation rate slipped to 0.25 per cent [] The post Indias Wholesale Inflation Rises To 2.13% In February appeared first on Northlines .
Salman Khans Battle of Galwan Renamed Maatrubhumi
NEW DELHI, Mar 16: Bollywood actor Salman Khan on Monday announced that his upcoming film Battle of Galwan has been retitled Maatrubhumi. The film, based on the 2020 Galwan Valley clash between India and China, is directed by Apoorva Lakhia, known for the film Shootout at Lokhandwala. Khan shared the new title along with the [] The post Salman Khans Battle of Galwan Renamed Maatrubhumi appeared first on Northlines .
Rajya Sabha To Observe Holiday On March 19-20; To Sit On March 28-29
New Delhi, Mar 16: The Rajya Sabha will function on the weekend on March 28-29 as the government has accepted the request of some members not to hold sittings on March 19-20 on account of festivals, Chairman C P Radhakrishnan informed members on Monday. During a meeting of the Business Advisory Committee held on March 11, 2026, certain members had suggested that in view of several festivals such as Navaratri, Gudipadwa, Ramadan etc, starting from March 19, it would be [] The post Rajya Sabha To Observe Holiday On March 19-20; To Sit On March 28-29 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Sinha Unveils Bust Of Maharaja Ranbir Singh At Central Sanskrit University Jammu Campus
Jammu, Mar 16: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday unveiled the bust of Maharaja Ranbir Singh at the Central Sanskrit University, Jammu Campus, which has now been renamed Shri Maharaja Ranbir Singh Campus. In a post on X, office of J&K Lieutenant Governor said it was an honour to unveil the bust of Maharaja Ranbir Singh, stating that the nation owes him a profound debt for his reforms, for building a vibrant culture and for forging a robust and thriving [] The post LG Sinha Unveils Bust Of Maharaja Ranbir Singh At Central Sanskrit University Jammu Campus appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
New Delhi, Mar 16: Union Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu on Monday informed the Rajya Sabha that Indian airlines have cancelled 4,335 flights and foreign carriers 1,187 flights so far in the wake of the West Asia conflict. The escalating conflict involving the US, Israel and Iran has significantly disrupted flight operations due to airspace closures in the West Asia region. Replying to a supplementary query during Question Hour, the minister asserted that the safety of airline operations is [] The post Indian Airlines Cancelled 4,335 Flights And Foreign Carriers 1,187 Flights Due To West Asia Conflict: Govt In RS appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Salman Khan-Starrer Battle Of Galwan Retitled As Maatrubhumi
New Delhi, Mar 16: Bollywood superstar Salman Khan on Monday said his upcoming film Battle of Galwan has been renamed as Maatrubhumi. The much-anticipated film is based on the 2020 Galwan Valley conflict between India and China and it is directed by Apoorva Lakhia of Shootout at Lokhandwala fame. The actor did not provide any reason for the sudden name change of the movie. The movie now also carries the tagline, May War Rest In Peace. The new title is [] The post Salman Khan-Starrer Battle Of Galwan Retitled As Maatrubhumi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Dy CM Seeks Security Cover Review, Asks For Bullet-Proof Vehicle After Attack On Farooq Abdullah
Jammu, Mar 16: Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary has asked for jammer and bullet-proof vehicles for his security cover in the wake of an assassination attempt on National Conference president Farooq Abdullah. Seeking an immediate review of his security cover, Choudhary informed police authorities that a jammer vehicle was withdrawn from his motorcade nearly six months ago on the pretext of repairs and has not been restored. Abdullah miraculously escaped gunfire attempted from point-blank range at a [] The post J&K Dy CM Seeks Security Cover Review, Asks For Bullet-Proof Vehicle After Attack On Farooq Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
MACT Srinagar Fines United India Insurance for Withholding Policy Document in Accident Case
SRINAGAR: The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal in Srinagar has imposed a cost of Rs 50,000 on United India Insurance Company Limited for withholding a crucial insurance policy document during the trial of a motor accident compensation case, court records show. Presiding Officer Fayaz Ahmad Qureshi passed the order while deciding a claim petition arising from []
Kharge Raises LPG Shortage Issue In Rajya Sabha; Govt Says Opposition Trying To Bring Anarchy
New Delhi, Mar 16: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Monday expressed concern over the shortage of LPG in the country and accused the government of not taking preemptive measures to check the crisis and black marketing of the cooking gas. Union Minister and Leader of the House J P Nadda responded, saying the Opposition is trying to bring anarchy in the country instead of standing with the government in a crisis situation. Raising the issue during the Zero Hour in [] The post Kharge Raises LPG Shortage Issue In Rajya Sabha; Govt Says Opposition Trying To Bring Anarchy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar Abdullah Throws Open Srinagar Tulip Garden For Visitors
SRINAGAR, Mar 16: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday opened Asias largest tulip garden on the banks of Dal Lake in Srinagar for visitors, expressing hope that the tourism sector would recover after setbacks faced last year. The Chief Minister, accompanied by his Cabinet colleagues and National Conference MLAs, inaugurated the Indira [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Throws Open Srinagar Tulip Garden For Visitors appeared first on Northlines .
Oscars 2026: In Memoriam Segment Leaves Out Dharmendra
Los Angeles, Mar 16: Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra, who passed away in November 2025, didnt find a mention in the In Memoriam segment at the 98th Academy Awards. The tribute segment at this years Oscars ran for 15 minutes longer than in previous years with special remembrances for Hollywood legends Rob Reiner, Diane Keaton and Robert Redford. Despite the extended runtime, Dharmendras name was absent from the broadcast. The Sholay star, however, was included in the official online list of [] The post Oscars 2026: In Memoriam Segment Leaves Out Dharmendra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
New Delhi, Mar 16: The Delhi High Court on Monday granted time to former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal, his deputy Manish Sisodia and 21 others to respond to the CBIs petition challenging their discharge in the liquor policy case. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma listed the CBIs petition assailing the trial courts decision for hearing on April 6. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the agency, said the trial courts perverse order cannot remain on record even for a second [] The post Excise case: HC grants time to Kejriwal, Sisodia to respond to CBIs plea against discharge; next hearing on April 6 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhi HC Lists MJ Akbars Plea Against Priya Ramani In Defamation Case For Final Hearing On Sep 24
New Delhi, Mar 16: The Delhi High Court on Monday listed former Union minister M J Akbars plea challenging the acquittal of journalist Priya Ramani in his criminal defamation case over the allegations of sexual misconduct for final hearing on September 24. Trial court record has been received. Written submissions have been filed by both the parties. List for final hearing on the next date, Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma said. Akbar has challenged the trial courts February 17, 2021 order [] The post Delhi HC Lists MJ Akbars Plea Against Priya Ramani In Defamation Case For Final Hearing On Sep 24 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Wholesale price inflation rises 2.13 pc in February
NEW DELHI, Mar 16: Wholesale price inflation rose for the fourth straight month, at 2.13 per cent in February, driven by an uptick in prices of food and non-food articles, even though vegetable prices eased on a month-on-month basis, government data showed on Monday. Wholesale Price Index (WPI)-based inflation was 1.81 per cent in the previous month and 2.45 per cent in February last year. Positive rate of inflation in February 2026 is primarily due to an increase in prices [] The post Wholesale price inflation rises 2.13 pc in February appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Are Irans Mosaic Defence and Fourth Successor Models Ensuring the Regimes Survival?
by Asad Mirza Irans decentralised Mosaic Defence strategy and layered Fourth Successor leadership model are designed to sustain military operations and governance despite decapitation strikes or leadership losses. In the ongoing war against Iran by the United States and Israel, two terms that have gained prominence are the Mosaic Defence model of war tactics and []
EC Removes DGP, Kolkata CP In Poll-Bound West Bengal
KOLKATA, Mar 16: A day after announcing the Assembly election schedule in West Bengal, the Election Commission on Monday ordered the removal of the states Director General of Police and the Kolkata Police Commissioner, officials said. Senior IPS officer Siddh Nath Gupta has been appointed as Director General and Inspector General of Police (in-charge), replacing [] The post EC Removes DGP, Kolkata CP In Poll-Bound West Bengal appeared first on Northlines .
Iconic UK restaurant Veeraswamy marks 100 years amid closure threat
LONDON, Mar 16: Veeraswamy, one of the worlds oldest Indian restaurants, on Monday marks 100 years since it first opened its doors at Victory House on Londons Regent Street in March 1926, even as its battle to hold on to the iconic location in the city continues. The Michelin-starred diner, with a rich history of guests including Mahatma Gandhi and Charlie Chaplin, is celebrating the centenary with a celebratory re-creation of some of the dishes on the menu a century [] The post Iconic UK restaurant Veeraswamy marks 100 years amid closure threat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Priyanka Chopra presents award at 98th Oscars, stuns in Dior gown
LOS ANGELES, Mar 16: Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas made a stylish return to the Academy Awards stage, presenting an award at the 98th Oscars ceremony held at the Dolby Theatre here. Chopra Jonas, whose name was announced by the Academy alongside Hollywood stars Robert Downey Jr. and Anne Hathaway, presented the award for Best International Feature at the ceremony hosted by comedian Conan OBrien. She had previously presented at the Academy Awards in 2016. The 43-year-old actor was accompanied by [] The post Priyanka Chopra presents award at 98th Oscars, stuns in Dior gown appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Hospital officials say Israeli strikes killed 12 in Gaza, including 2 children, pregnant woman
CAIRO, Mar 16: At least 12 Palestinians, including two boys, a pregnant woman and eight police officers, were killed Sunday by Israeli airstrikes in the war-torn Gaza Strip, hospital authorities said. A strike Sunday morning hit a house in the urban refugee camp of Nuseirat in central Gaza and killed four people, including a couple in their 30s and their 10-year-old son, according to the nearby Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital. The woman had been pregnant with twins, the hospital said. The [] The post Hospital officials say Israeli strikes killed 12 in Gaza, including 2 children, pregnant woman appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Iran hits Gulf neighbours, keeps stranglehold on oil shipping as concerns rise of energy crisis
BEIRUT, Mar 16:Explosions echoed across Beirut early Monday as Israel struck the Lebanese capital. It also launched a new wave of attacks on Tehran, while Dubai was forced to temporarily close its airport after an Iranian drone hit a fuel tank. Since being attacked by the United States and Israel more than two weeks ago, Iran has been regularly hitting Israel, American bases and its Gulf Arab neighbours energy infrastructure with drones and missiles. It has also effectively stopped shipping [] The post Iran hits Gulf neighbours, keeps stranglehold on oil shipping as concerns rise of energy crisis appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Omar Abdullah Throws Open Asias Largest Tulip Garden In Srinagar For Visitors
Srinagar, Mar 16: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday threw open Asias largest tulip garden on the banks of Dal Lake here for visitors, and hoped that the tourism sector bounces back from the setbacks of last year. Abdullah was accompanied by his Cabinet colleagues and National Conference MLAs to the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden on Cheshma Shahi Road, officials said. This will be a new start for those associated with the tourism industry. They had [] The post Omar Abdullah Throws Open Asias Largest Tulip Garden In Srinagar For Visitors appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC To Hear Suo Motu Case On Digital Arrest Scam Next Week
NEW DELHI, Mar 16: The Supreme Court on Monday said it would hear next week a suo motu case concerning victims of digital arrest, a growing form of cybercrime in which fraudsters impersonate officials to extort money. The issue was mentioned before a bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi by Attorney [] The post SC To Hear Suo Motu Case On Digital Arrest Scam Next Week appeared first on Northlines .
10 Killed As Major Fire Engulfs ICU At SCB Medical College Hospital In Cuttack
BHUBANESWAR, Mar 16: At least ten people were killed after a major fire broke out in an ICU of the government-run SCB Medical College and Hospital in Odishas Cuttack in the early hours of Monday, officials said. The blaze erupted in the Trauma Care ICU of the hospital, where critically ill patients were undergoing treatment. [] The post 10 Killed As Major Fire Engulfs ICU At SCB Medical College Hospital In Cuttack appeared first on Northlines .
RS polls in Haryana: Voting underway for two Rajya Sabha seats
CHANDIGARH: (Voting was underway on Monday for the two Rajya Sabha seats in Haryana with a candidate each from the BJP, Congress and an Independent in the fray. BJPs Sanjay Bhatia, Karamvir Singh Boudh of the Congress and Independent candidate Satish Nandal are in the fray for the two seats. The BJP is backing Nandal []
SWD organises awareness programme on Maintenance and Welfare of Parents, Senior Citizens in Hajin
Hajin: The Social Welfare Department Bandipora on Monday organised an awareness programme on the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act 2007 at Town Hall MC Hajin. The special session aimed to sensitise people about the legal rights and welfare provisions available to senior citizens under the Act. Speaking on the []
One Dead In Landslide, 235 Rescued Amid Heavy Snowfall In J&Ks Kishtwar
Jammu, Mar 16: One person was killed and another injured in a landslide near a hydro-power project, while over 230 people, including women and children, were evacuated after they were caught in heavy snowfall at the high-altitude Sinthan top in Jammu and Kashmirs Kishtwar district, officials said on Monday. In view of the inclement weather, the authorities have ordered the closure of all educational institutions outside the municipal limits in Kishtwar and adjoining Doda district for Monday as a precautionary [] The post One Dead In Landslide, 235 Rescued Amid Heavy Snowfall In J&Ks Kishtwar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
No Shame In Saying That India Can Field Multiple T20 Teams: Suryakumar
New Delhi, Mar 16: Indias T20 World Cup-winning captain Suryakumar Yadav believes the countrys talent pool in the shortest format has grown so vast that it could comfortably field two or even three international-quality teams at the same time, underlining the depth created by a thriving domestic structure and franchise ecosystem. The flamboyant batter, who has overseen a period of remarkable consistency since taking over the leadership after the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2024, credited the steady pipeline of [] The post No Shame In Saying That India Can Field Multiple T20 Teams: Suryakumar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SHF forays into Puducherry in EB segment
CHENNAI, Mar 16: Following its expansion into Karnataka, Andhra and Telangana earlier this year, Sundaram Home Finance (SHF) on Monday announced its foray into the union Territory of Puducherry in the Emerging Business (EB) segment that comprises of affordable housing finance and working capital loans. Last month, the EB segment crossed the milestone of 100 branches with more than half of them being located in Tamil Nadu. The company is targeting disbursements of over Rs.10 crores in the initial phase [] The post SHF forays into Puducherry in EB segment appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
