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Making strong efforts to host 2036 Olympics: PM Modi

VARANASI, Jan 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today asserted that India is preparing with full strength to host the 2036 Olympic Games, and declared his government was committed to providing more and more players greater opportunities to compete by hosting mega sporting events in the country. Addressing the inaugural function of the 72nd Senior National Volleyball Championship, being held here, via video conference, Modi said, the government was making every possible effort to provide exposure to budding athletes to take [] The post Making strong efforts to host 2036 Olympics: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 5:01 am

Dr Jitendra announces relaxation of 3-year eligibility for deep-tech StartUp loans

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Jan 4 : Marking the 41st Foundation Day of the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR) under the Ministry of Science & Technology (MoST), Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, PMO, Department of Space and Department of Atomic Energy, Dr. Jitendra Singh, today announced a major relaxation of the mandatory three-year existence condition of eligibility for deep-tech StartUps to avail recognition and sanction of loans or other financial support [] The post Dr Jitendra announces relaxation of 3-year eligibility for deep-tech StartUp loans appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 5:00 am

Somnath Swabhiman Parv A 1000 Years of Unbroken Faith (1026-2026)

Narendra Modi pibjammu@gmail.com Somnath Swabhiman Parv A 1000 Years of Unbroken Faith (1026-2026) Somnathhearing this word instils a sense of pride in our hearts and minds. It is the eternal proclamation of Indias soul. This majestic Temple is situated on the Western coast of India in Gujarat, at a place called Prabhas Patan. The Dwadasha Jyotirling Stotram mentions the 12 Jyotirlings across India. The Stotram begins with .., symbolising the civilisational and spiritual importance of Somnath as the first [] The post Somnath Swabhiman Parv A 1000 Years of Unbroken Faith (1026-2026) appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 4:59 am

LG flags off group of youth from South Kashmir for exposure tour

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 4: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today flagged off a group of 25 youth from various districts of South Kashmir for a 10-day educational, cultural exchange, and communal harmony tour. The Lieutenant Governor interacted with the youth and extended his best wishes to them. During the 10-day long tour, the students and emerging youth leaders will visit various regions including Chandigarh, Haryana, and Shimla. Strengthening the spirit of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, the tour aims to promote [] The post LG flags off group of youth from South Kashmir for exposure tour appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 4:59 am

CM greets people on Guru Gobind Singh Jis Jayanti

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 4: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today extended warm greetings to the Sikh community and all those celebrating the birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh Ji. In his message, the Chief Minister paid rich tribute to the life and teachings of Guru Gobind Singh Ji, describing him as a beacon of truth, courage, integrity and unwavering devotion to humanity. He said that the Gurus timeless ideals of sacrifice, righteousness and service continue to inspire millions across the [] The post CM greets people on Guru Gobind Singh Jis Jayanti appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 4:58 am

Students suffer as KU staff postings based on convenience, not academics

Suhail Bhat SRINAGAR, Jan 4: The University of Kashmir is making posting of its staff, not on academic or administrative requirements but allegedly for personal convenience affecting the functioning and academics especially at satellite campuses of North and South. Faculty members from the Universitys South and North campuses have raised concerns that key academic, technical, and administrative staff are routinely shifted to the main campus in Srinagar or given additional charges, often without justification, leaving satellite campuses understaffed and struggling. [] The post Students suffer as KU staff postings based on convenience, not academics appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 4:57 am

Guru Gobind Singh Jis Resistance to Tyranny and Vision for Justice

Dr Harmeet Singh harmeetjnu@gmail.com Guru Gobind Singh was a strong moral force during the time when power was often used for fear and faith to justify tyranny. He was unshakeable, uncompromising, and revolutionary for a just society based on equality and mutual respect. His life and legacy are some of the strongest stories of the resistance in Indian history, not just against Mughal governmental power but against all forms of oppression. Guru Gobind Singh didnt fight against power just because [] The post Guru Gobind Singh Jis Resistance to Tyranny and Vision for Justice appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 4:55 am

Health Sector registering significant improvement in J&K: Dy CM

*Surinder, Itoo inaugurate blood donation camp Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 4: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Kumar Choudhary and Minister for Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo jointly inaugurated the blood donation camp for Thalassemia children and Full Body Profile Testing Facility at National Hospital, Karan Bagh here today. Addressing the gathering, the Deputy Chief Minister said that the health sector in Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed significant improvement over the past year and the Government remains committed to its further [] The post Health Sector registering significant improvement in J&K: Dy CM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 4:55 am

NMC inspection is positive step, but agitation will continue: Sangharsh Samiti

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 4: Describing the surprise inspection of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence by National Medical Commission (NMC) as a positive step and victory, the Sangharsh Samiti, however, made it clear that the phased agitation will continue until justice is served. Click here to watch video While this inspection is a positive step, the Samitis phased agitation will proceed according to its strategy until all demands are fully accepted, said Colonel Sukhvir Singh Mankotia, Convener [] The post NMC inspection is positive step, but agitation will continue: Sangharsh Samiti appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 4:54 am

Ruhaans brilliant ton drives CAP to big win

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 4: Ruhaan Raj Kalras scintillating 121-run innings propelled Cricket Academy of Pathans (CAP) to a comprehensive win over Crossway Academy in the intra-academy cricket series at CAP KC International School grounds. In the 35-overs-a-side contest, CAP won the toss and elected to bat. Openers Ruhaan Raj Kalra and Nirmit gave a blistering start, putting on 87 runs in just 8 overs. Nirmit contributed a quick 44 off 28 balls, including seven fours and a six, [] The post Ruhaans brilliant ton drives CAP to big win appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 4:26 am

Pratap World School Pathankot students shine in CLAT Examination

Excelsior Correspondent PATHANKOT, Jan 4: Pratap World School, Pathankot has achieved another academic milestone as its students Mehak Sharma and Ravipal Singh successfully cleared the prestigious Common Law Admission Test (CLAT), securing notable ranks at both state and national levels. Their achievement highlights the schools strong academic culture, dedicated faculty support, and focused preparation for competitive examinations. Ravipal Singh delivered an impressive performance by securing a State Rank of 58 along with an All India Rank of 1789, earning admission [] The post Pratap World School Pathankot students shine in CLAT Examination appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 4:25 am

J&K U-16 team shows dominance, eyes first Vijay Merchant trophy

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 4: Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Associations U-16 squad is on the verge of a historic milestone, poised to claim its maiden BCCI Vijay Merchant Trophy in the Boys U-16 Tournament at Lalbhai Contractor Stadium, Surat. J&Ks bowlers delivered a spectacular performance in the Plate Group final, bundling out Mizoram for a mere 100 runs in their first innings. Skipper Lawma top-scored with a gritty 36, while Johan managed 14, with no other batsman reaching double [] The post J&K U-16 team shows dominance, eyes first Vijay Merchant trophy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 4:25 am

JKCA announces list of nominated candidates

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 4: The Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) has officially released the list of nominated candidates for various posts under Annexure II through the Office of the Electoral Officer. The announcement was issued by Electoral Officer AK Joti. According to the list, Javed Ahmed Kitab has been nominated for the post of President, with Wajahat Majeed as proposer and Sumesh Damral as seconder. Desh Rattan Dubey is in the fray for Vice President, while Vivek [] The post JKCA announces list of nominated candidates appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 4:25 am

Muzamil clinches Bronze at Intl Snowshoe race in Italy

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, Jan 4: Jammu and Kashmirs long-distance runner Muzamil Hussain Mir brought pride to India by securing third place at the 52nd Ciaspolada-2026 International Snowshoe Race in Italy. Competing against elite athletes in the toughest category, Muzamil battled sub-zero temperatures and challenging conditions to clinch the bronze medal. This achievement adds to Muzamils decorated career, which includes a bronze at the 2020 World Snowshoe Championship in Japan, multiple medals at the Khelo India Winter Games and recently [] The post Muzamil clinches Bronze at Intl Snowshoe race in Italy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 4:25 am

310 persons from Poonch operating from Pak, PoJK; trying to fan trouble

All identified, properties to be attached Working to facilitate intrusion bids, radicalization Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Jan 4: Police and Intelligence agencies have identified 310 persons in the border district of Poonch who have been operating from Pakistan and PoJK with a view to create trouble including fanning terror activities like facilitating infiltration attempts from the Line of Control (LoC), narcotics smuggling, radicalization of youth and other illegal activities. Highly places sources told the Excelsior that following a comprehensive exercise conducted [] The post 310 persons from Poonch operating from Pak, PoJK; trying to fan trouble appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 4:08 am

NMC surprise inspection exposes major lapses at SMVD Institute of Medical Excellence

Deficiencies in infrastructure, bed strength, patient load Nishikant Khajuria JAMMU, Jan 4: The surprise inspection conducted by a team of the National Medical Commission (NMC) at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi (SMVD) Institute of Medical Excellence has exposed serious deficiencies in hospital infrastructure, bed strength, patient load and faculty availability, raising serious concerns over the institutes adherence to mandatory norms prescribed for Medical Colleges. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Sources said that one of the most glaring deficiencies observed [] The post NMC surprise inspection exposes major lapses at SMVD Institute of Medical Excellence appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 4:07 am

Unregulated colonies flourish as RERA falters in rural J&K

Single Window system needed to streamline process Lack of layout approval mechanism derails compliance Mohinder Verma JAMMU, Jan 4: The implementation of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act in rural areas of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir continues to face serious hurdles due to lack of institutional clarity, absence of designated layout approval authorities and poor inter-departmental coordination, resulting in unregulated colony development and mounting violations on the ground. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The [] The post Unregulated colonies flourish as RERA falters in rural J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 4:06 am

Teachers, students from Chinese universities take part in Hindi Diwas event in Beijing

BEIJING, Jan 4 : Teachers and students from several Beijing-based Chinese universities have participated in Vishwa Hindi Diwas 2026 celebrations organised by the Indian Embassy here. At the event on Friday, Indian Ambassador to China Pradeep Kumar Rawat highlighted the role of Hindi as an important bridge between India and China, and underscored its growing stature as a global language. Tsinghua Universitys Institute for International & Area Studies Professor and Dean Dr Jiang Jingkui, a noted Hindi exponent in China, [] The post Teachers, students from Chinese universities take part in Hindi Diwas event in Beijing appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 4:05 am

Mark II, AMCA set to surpass previous milestones

BENGALURU, Jan 4 : Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh on Sunday highlighted Indias ambitious next-generation fighter programmes, Tejas Mark II and AMCA (Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft), describing them as milestones set to surpass previous achievements while incorporating contemporary technologies. Speaking at the Tejas-25 national seminar hosted by the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), he said the teams behind these projects are working diligently to ensure the aircraft are equipped with cutting-edge capabilities and delivered on improved timelines. The two-day seminar, [] The post Mark II, AMCA set to surpass previous milestones appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 4:05 am

Khattar arrives on 2 days visit of J&K, lays foundation stone of dam works of Rattle Project

Urges engineers to complete project in time bound manner Avtar Bhat JAMMU, Jan 4: Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal Khattar today laid the foundation stone for the dam concreting works of Rattle Hydel Project in Kishtwar and encouraged the project team to complete the works in an effective and time-bound manner. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Talking to reporters on the sidelines of the function, Manohar Lal Khattar said that project was [] The post Khattar arrives on 2 days visit of J&K, lays foundation stone of dam works of Rattle Project appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 4:05 am

AYUSH gets recognition in Indias free trade pacts with Oman, New Zealand

NEW DELHI, Jan 4: The commerce ministry on Sunday said Indias traditional medicine system AYUSH has received formal recognition in bilateral trade agreements with Oman and New Zealand. Both the agreements, which were finalised last year in December, have dedicated annexures on health-related services and traditional medicine. Indias traditional medicine systems (AYUSH) have also received formal recognition in bilateral trade agreements, including the India-Oman CEPA and the India- New Zealand FTA, it said. Exports of AYUSH and herbal [] The post AYUSH gets recognition in Indias free trade pacts with Oman, New Zealand appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 4:05 am

Communal tension in Nepal towns near India border, police lob tear gas shells

KATHMANDU, Jan 4 : Protests over a video with alleged religious content on social media turned violent as tension flared across two places in southern Nepal, near the Indian border, on Sunday. Police lobbed tear gas shells to contain the situation in Birgunj town of Parsa district, bordering Raxaul in India, where demonstrations were held to protest vandalisation of a mosque in Dhanusha district on Saturday. Three people were detained for allegedly posting the TikTok video and for their involvement [] The post Communal tension in Nepal towns near India border, police lob tear gas shells appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 4:04 am

How Did Roup Reshi Shape Kashmirs Spiritual Landscape?

by Mohammad Arfat Wani Roup Reshis life of ascetic devotion, miracles, and compassion shaped Kashmirs spiritual legacy and continues guiding faith-driven hearts today. Kashmir, also referred to as the paradise on earth, is a place where natures majesty rubs shoulders with the spirituality of its depths. Its white-capped mountains, meandering streams, and verdant valleys are []

KashmirLife 5 Jan 2026 12:22 am

MHA orders major IAS transfers in AGMUT cadre

49 IAS, IPS Officers shifted; 7 moved out of J&K, 9 posted in UT Jammu Tawi, Jan 4: The Ministry of Home Affairs has ordered a major reshuffle of All India Services, transferring a total of 49 Indian Administrative Service and Indian Police Service officers across the country, including changes affecting the Union Territory of [] The post MHA orders major IAS transfers in AGMUT cadre appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 5 Jan 2026 12:18 am

Law by itself wont do: its the application of law that is most crucial

Denial of Passport due to criminal case clear violation, rules court By K Raveendran The Supreme Courts judgment affirming that the mere pendency of criminal cases does not disentitle a citizen from obtaining a passport carries significance well beyond the narrow facts that triggered the ruling. At one level, the verdict reiterates settled law. [] The post Law by itself wont do: its the application of law that is most crucial appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 5 Jan 2026 12:05 am

The Assassination Attempt on Sardar Patel in 1939

by P. Mohan Chandran They Didnt Teach you Law by itself wont do: its the application of law that is most crucial Denial of Passport due to criminal case clear violation, rules court By K Raveendran The Supreme Courts judgment affirming that the mere pendency of criminal cases does not disentitle a citizen [] The post The Assassination Attempt on Sardar Patel in 1939 appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 4 Jan 2026 11:59 pm

Change strategy on war footing

Isnt it strange that despite a number of steps taken by the government in recent times, the drug addiction in J&K has reportedly escalated sharply, with addiction levels nearly tripling over the past three and a half years? The figures about the addiction levels have been shared by none other than the Divisional Commissioner Kashmir [] The post Change strategy on war footing appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 4 Jan 2026 11:55 pm

Advisory Issued for Hilly Roads Amid Rain, Snow Warning in Kashmir

SRINAGAR: In view of the prevailing weather advisory and forecasts predicting heavy rain and snowfall across the Valley, the Traffic Police Rural Kashmir on Sunday issued an advisory regulating vehicular movement on hilly roads. According to the advisory issued by the Traffic Police Rural Kashmir, movement on hilly routes will be permitted strictly as per []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 11:38 pm

Man Dies, Another Injured After Tractor Accident in Jammu Kashmir

SRINAGAR: One person was killed while another sustained injuries after a tractor met with an accident near GPS School, close to the Kalakote Rajouri Bus Stand, on Sunday evening. Officials told news agency Kashmir News Corner (KNC) that the accident occurred earlier this evening. Two persons, identified as Vinnay Kumar (23), son of Rattan Lal, []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 11:13 pm

Locals Rescue Tourists After Cab Skids into Nallah in Gulmarg

SRINAGAR: A local cab carrying tourists met with an accident at the ski resort of Gulmarg on Sunday evening after the vehicle lost control on a slippery road and fell into a nallah, officials said. According to officials and eyewitnesses, the accident occurred due to icy road conditions following fresh snowfall in the area. The []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 10:44 pm

Kashmir Runner Muzamil Hussain Mir Clinches Bronze at Ciaspolada Snowshoe Race in Italy

SRINAGAR: Kashmirs leading long-distance runner, Muzamil Hussain Mi,r has added another international accolade to his career by securing third position at the 52nd Ciaspolada2026, one of the worlds oldest and most competitive international snowshoe races, held in Italy. Competing in the toughest category of the event, Muzamil went up against elite snowshoe athletes from across []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 9:28 pm

Power Minister Directs Faster Sediment Removal at Salal, Reviews NHPC Projects Across Jammu Kashmir

SRINAGAR: Union Minister of Power and Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal on Monday reviewed a range of NHPC hydroelectric projects in Jammu and Kashmir and directed the public sector utility to expedite sediment removal operations at the Salal Power Project to optimise generation and water utilisation. The Minister, accompanied by Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary (Power) []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 8:35 pm

POWER MINISTER ON A TWO-DAY VISIT TO JAMMU AND KASHMIR TO REVIEW HYDROELECTRIC PROJECTS

New Delhi, Jan 04: Manohar Lal, Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, accompanied by Shri Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary (Power), Ministry of Power, Government of India, arrived in Jammu earlier today to review the NHPC hydroelectric projects in the Union Territory of J&K. Shri Bhupendra Gupta, CMD, NHPC briefed the Minister on the [] The post POWER MINISTER ON A TWO-DAY VISIT TO JAMMU AND KASHMIR TO REVIEW HYDROELECTRIC PROJECTS appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Kashmir Media Watch 4 Jan 2026 8:14 pm

Fresh Snowfall Improves Skiing Conditions, Tourist Footfall Expected to Rise

SRINAGAR: The ski resort of Gulmarg witnessed fresh snowfall on Sunday, bringing cheer among tourists visiting the popular winter destination. Tourists were seen enjoying the fresh snow on the slopes and open areas, with many capturing photographs and videos as the resort turned white. The snowfall added to the scenic beauty of Gulmarg and enhanced []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 8:00 pm

31 IAS, 18 IPS Officers Reshuffled, Syed Abid Rashid Shah Transferred Out of Jammu Kashmir

SRINAGAR: The Ministry of Home Affairs on Monday issued a sweeping transfer order for the AGMUT (Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, Mizoram and Union Territories) cadre, reassigning 31 Indian Administrative Service officers and 18 Indian Police Service officers with immediate effect. The order lists a host of inter-cadre transfers affecting Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Delhi, Andaman and []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 6:38 pm

Red Fort Blast Probe Exposes Pak Handlers Ghost SIM Network Linking Accused Doctors

SRINAGAR: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) probe into the November 10, 2025, Red Fort car blast, which killed 13 and injured dozens, has revealed that the accused doctors coordinated with Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) handlers through a ghost SIM network, enabling encrypted communications for two years of planning. India TV reported investigators suspecting a premature detonation []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 6:04 pm

Northern Railways Jammu Division Marks First Year With Series Of Historic Milestones

Jammu, Jan 4: Northern Railways Jammu division, which is completing its first year next week, achieved several historic milestones in infrastructure development, connectivity and operational expansion, officials said on Sunday. Indias 70th railway division, officially established and inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 6 last year, connected Kashmir valley to rest of the country and instilled a sense of change and hope among the people of Jammu and Kashmir, the railways said in a statement here. In 2025, [] The post Northern Railways Jammu Division Marks First Year With Series Of Historic Milestones appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 6:02 pm

MHA Shuffles 49 IAS, IPS Officers; 7 Moved Out Of J&K, 9 Posted In UT

JAMMU, Jan 4: The Ministry of Home Affairs has ordered a major reshuffle of All India Services, transferring a total of 49 Indian Administrative Service and Indian Police Service officers across the country, including changes affecting the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. As per the orders, 7 officers, including 5 IAS and 2 IPS have been transferred out of Jammu and Kashmir, while 9 officers, including 6 IAS and 3 IPS have been posted to the Union Territory in [] The post MHA Shuffles 49 IAS, IPS Officers; 7 Moved Out Of J&K, 9 Posted In UT appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 5:49 pm

Every Child Is Gifted, Our Shared Responsibility To Identify Their Strengths, Nurture Their Abilities: Itoo

JAMMU, Jan 4: Minister for Social Welfare, Education, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo today addressed the 217th Birth Anniversary celebrations of Louise Braille at Jammu, to honour the inventor of the tactile reading system that empowers visually impaired people across the world. Secretary in Social Welfare department, Bashir Ahmad Khan; Director Social Welfare Jammu, Ranjeet Singh; Programme Officer ICDS, district Social Welfare Officer Jammu, Superintendent Rehabilitation Centre for the Speech and Visually Impaired (RSVI) Jammu, parents and large number [] The post Every Child Is Gifted, Our Shared Responsibility To Identify Their Strengths, Nurture Their Abilities: Itoo appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 5:31 pm

Gunmen raid village in northern Nigeria, killing over 30 people and abducting others

MINNA (Nigeria), Jan 4: At least 30 villagers have been killed while several others were abducted by gunmen who raided a village in northern Nigerias Niger state, police said Sunday, the latest in a cycle of deadly violence in the conflict-hit region. The gunmen stormed the Kasuwan-Daji village in Niger states Borgu local government area on Saturday evening and opened fire on residents. They also razed down the local market and several houses, Niger state police spokesman Wasiu Abiodun [] The post Gunmen raid village in northern Nigeria, killing over 30 people and abducting others appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 5:28 pm

Four policemen killed by unknown gunmen in Paks Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

PESHAWAR, Jan 4: At least four police personnel were killed by unknown gunmen in two separate firing incidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in northwestern Pakistan, officials said on Sunday. The incidents occurred in Lakki Marwat and Bannu districts of the restive province on Saturday. According to a spokesperson for Lakki Marwat police, unknown motorcycle-riding terrorists opened fire in Sarai Naurang city, killing three on-duty traffic police officials. The assailants managed to flee the scene after the attack, he said. [] The post Four policemen killed by unknown gunmen in Paks Khyber Pakhtunkhwa appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 5:26 pm

Mother says goodbye to her son as Swiss community grieves after deadly fire

CRANS-MONTANA (Switzerland), Jan 4: A Mass was held Sunday for victims of the New Years Eve fire at a bar in the Swiss Alpine resort of Crans-Montana, which left 40 dead and many severely injured, as distressed parents waited for news of their children or began the long process of mourning. Grey-haired parents, teenagers and members of the police were seen comforting one another during the service, which took place at the Chapelle St-Christophe in Crans-Montana. Mass was set [] The post Mother says goodbye to her son as Swiss community grieves after deadly fire appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 5:25 pm

NIA Chargesheets Two Main Shooters In Khalistani-Linked Neemrana Hotel Firing Case

New Delhi, Jan 4: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a chargesheet against two key shooters in the 2024 Neemrana hotel firing case, which is linked to Khalistani terrorist Arsh Dala, officials said on Sunday. The accused, identified as Puneet and Narinder Lalli, were chargesheeted before a court in Jaipur, Rajasthan, on Saturday under [] The post NIA Chargesheets Two Main Shooters In Khalistani-Linked Neemrana Hotel Firing Case appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 4 Jan 2026 4:41 pm

Union Minister Assures Action on DelinaKanispora Flyover, Pattan Bypass

SRINAGAR: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has assured action on the delayed works of the DelinaKanispora flyover and the Pattan Market Bypass following a representation made by Member of Parliament Engineer Rashid. In an official communication, the Union Minister acknowledged receipt of a letter from the MP Engineer Rasheed seeking immediate []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 4:38 pm

Red Fort Blast: Accused Used Ghost SIMs To Coordinate With Pakistani Handlers

Srinagar/New Delhi, Jan 4: Investigations into the blast near Delhis Red Fort on November 10 last year have revealed that a white-collar terror module comprising highly educated doctors used a sophisticated network of ghost SIM cards and encrypted messaging applications to communicate with Pakistani handlers, officials said on Sunday. Officials said the findings of the [] The post Red Fort Blast: Accused Used Ghost SIMs To Coordinate With Pakistani Handlers appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 4 Jan 2026 4:17 pm

LG Flags Off South Kashmir Youth for National Exposure Tour

SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday flagged off a group of 25 young participants from different districts of South Kashmir for a 10-day educational and cultural exposure tour aimed at promoting communal harmony. Interacting with the participants, the Lieutenant Governor conveyed his best wishes and encouraged them to make the most of the opportunity. []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 4:13 pm

Year After SC Nod, No Ad-Hoc Judges Appointed In HCs To Tackle Pendency

NEW DELHI, Jan 4: No ad-hoc judges have been appointed in high courts so far to tackle pending criminal cases, nearly a year after the Supreme Court cleared the decks for it, as the high courts have not evinced interest. According to people aware of the procedure to appoint Supreme Court and high court judges, none of the 25 high courts have recommended names for appointment as ad-hoc judges. Concerned over the pendency of over 18 lakh criminal cases, [] The post Year After SC Nod, No Ad-Hoc Judges Appointed In HCs To Tackle Pendency appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 3:59 pm

Army Chief Gen Dwivedi embarks on 2-day visit to UAE

NEW DELHI, Jan 4: Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi on Sunday left for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on a two-day visit to explore ways to strengthen bilateral military cooperation. Gen Dwivedi is scheduled to hold wide-ranging talks with top military brass of the influential Gulf nation. The visit underscores a shared commitment to deepening mutual understanding, enhancing cooperation in areas of common interest and advancing bilateral defence cooperation between the two nations, the Indian Army said on social media. [] The post Army Chief Gen Dwivedi embarks on 2-day visit to UAE appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 3:57 pm

Over 80 Per Cent Of Psychiatric Patients In India Do Not Receive Timely Care: Indian Psychiatric Society

New Delhi, Jan 4: The Indian Psychiatric Society (IPS) has expressed deep concern over the persistently high mental health treatment gap in India, noting that nearly 80-85 per cent of individuals suffering from psychiatric disorders do not receive timely or appropriate care. This stark reality, which is supported by national and global evidence, was highlighted during the curtain raiser event of the 77th Annual National Conference of the Indian Psychiatric Society, ANCIPS 2026, to be held from January 28-31 at [] The post Over 80 Per Cent Of Psychiatric Patients In India Do Not Receive Timely Care: Indian Psychiatric Society appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 3:56 pm

Jammu DM Tightens Curbs on Couriers to Prevent Narcotics Trafficking

SRINAGAR: The District Magistrate of Jammu, Rakesh Minhas, has imposed strict restrictions on courier companies, parcel services and logistics operators in the district, prohibiting them from accepting or transporting narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances or other contraband without a valid transport permit, officials said. The order, issued under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 3:50 pm

Lieutenant Governor flags off group of Youth from South Kashmir for Exposure Tour

Jammu, 04 January 2026: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today flagged off a group of 25 youth from various districts of South Kashmir for a 10-day educational, cultural exchange, and communal harmony tour.The Lieutenant Governor interacted with the youth and extended his best wishes to them.During the 10-day long tour, the students and emerging youth [] The post Lieutenant Governor flags off group of Youth from South Kashmir for Exposure Tour appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Kashmir Media Watch 4 Jan 2026 3:33 pm

NIA Files Chargesheet Against Main Shooters In Khalistani-Terrorist Linked Neemrana Hotel Firing Case

New Delhi, Jan 4: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a chargesheet against two main shooters allegedly involved in the 2024 Neemrana hotel firing case linked with Khalistani terrorist Arsh Dala, officials said on Sunday. The arrested accused, Puneet and Narinder Lalli, have been named in a charge sheet filed before a court in Jaipur, Rajasthan, on Saturday for various offences under the Bhartiya Nyay Sanhita, the Arms Act and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, they said. The Punjab-based [] The post NIA Files Chargesheet Against Main Shooters In Khalistani-Terrorist Linked Neemrana Hotel Firing Case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 3:30 pm

LG Manoj Sinha Flags Off Group Of Youth From South Kashmir For Exposure Tour

Jammu, Jan 4: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today flagged off a group of 25 youth from various districts of South Kashmir for a 10-day educational, cultural exchange, and communal harmony tour. The Lieutenant Governor interacted with the youth and extended his best wishes to them. During the 10-day long tour, the students and emerging youth leaders will visit various regions including Chandigarh, Haryana, and Shimla. Strengthening the spirit of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, the tour aims to promote national integration, [] The post LG Manoj Sinha Flags Off Group Of Youth From South Kashmir For Exposure Tour appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 3:20 pm

Cancel elections where candidates won unopposed, hold polls again in such wards: Uddhav to SEC

Mumbai, Jan 4: Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday demanded that civic elections where candidates, almost all from ruling parties, won unopposed should be cancelled and polls re-initiated in these wards. Speaking along side Maharashtra Navnirman Sena president Raj Thackeray, Uddhav claimed the atmosphere in the country is like democracy has been taken over by mobocracy. The two cousins also unveiled their alliance manifesto for Mumbai civic polls on the occasion. Raj Thackeray asserted that Marathi has to [] The post Cancel elections where candidates won unopposed, hold polls again in such wards: Uddhav to SEC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 3:00 pm

Registration Process For Allied, Healthcare Professionals Under NCAHP To Commence Shortly Through Online Portal

JAMMU, Jan 4:The National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Profession (NCAHP), Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, is in the process of operationalizing online portals for seamless and efficient registration of Allied and Healthcare Professionals and Institutions, as mandated under the NCAHP Act, 2021. In this regard, State Allied and Healthcare Council (SAHC), J&K informs that the NCAHP has communicated with all Allied and Healthcare State / UT Councils regarding NCAHP portal operationalization and accordingly, all eligible [] The post Registration Process For Allied, Healthcare Professionals Under NCAHP To Commence Shortly Through Online Portal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 2:52 pm

Mission YUVA: From Aspiration To Enterprise

Transforming Jammu & Kashmirs Employment Landscape JAMMU, Jan 4: Guided by the Honble Prime Ministers vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, Jammu & Kashmir is today scripting a new chapter of self-reliance and entrepreneurship. At the heart of this transformation stands Mission YUVA, a historic initiative that is connecting the youth of the Union Territory with skills, opportunities and dignity, while fundamentally reshaping the idea of employment. Conceived by the Government of Jammu & Kashmir in collaboration with IIM Jammu, NABARD, [] The post Mission YUVA: From Aspiration To Enterprise appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 2:50 pm

Jammu Kashmir: Son Dies After Fall From Tree, Mother Passes Away in Shock

SRINAGAR: In a tragic incident from Udhampur district of Jammu Kashmir, a mother died after going into shock on learning about the death of her son, who had earlier fallen from a tree in a forest area, officials said on Sunday. The deceased youth has been identified as Irshad Ahmed, a local of Larana village []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 2:38 pm

Congress has problem with Lord Ram: Giriraj on opposition to VB-G RAM G scheme

Begusarai (Bihar), Jan 4: Union minister Giriraj Singh on Sunday slammed the Congress for opposing the VB-G RAM G scheme, which replaced MGNREGA, alleging that the grand old party has a problem with the inclusion of Lord Rams name in the initiative. Speaking to reporters in his Lok Sabha constituency Begusarai, Singh said that Congress leaders, including Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, are opposing the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) simply because Lord [] The post Congress has problem with Lord Ram: Giriraj on opposition to VB-G RAM G scheme appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 2:37 pm

Infant Dies at SDH Uri; Family Alleges Medical Negligence

SRINAGAR: A one-month-old infant died at Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Uri on Sunday, with the grieving family alleging medical negligence by the doctors posted at the hospital. The deceased infant has been identified as Asger Ali, son of Mehboob Mughal, a resident of Bandi Uri. A close relative of the family, Sajid Ahmad alleged that the []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 2:23 pm

DHSK Orders Immediate Posting of 50 Doctors

SRINAGAR: The Directorate of Health Services Kashmir (DHSK), has ordered the immediate posting of 50 doctors across the union territory. The move aims to ensure doctors awaiting orders report to their new stations without delay. The order, issued under Order No. /GZ of 2026 on January 4, directs Chief Medical Officers and Medical Superintendents to []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 2:07 pm

Ten Fire Incidents Reported Across Kashmir in 24 Hours

SRINAGAR: The Fire Emergency Services Department in Kashmir responded to ten separate fire incidents across the region over the past 24 hours, authorities said on Sunday. Firefighting teams acted promptly, bringing all fires under control and preventing further damage. No casualties have been reported, though the causes of the incidents are still under investigation. The []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 1:52 pm

Two Killed In Quarry Blast In Odisha, Many Feared Trapped Under Debris

Odisha: At least two people were killed and several others are feared dead after a massive explosion rocked a stone quarry near Gopalpur village under Motanga police station limits, triggering panic in the area on Saturday evening. The blast occurred while work was underway at the quarry, trapping multiple labourers beneath soil and stones. Officials [] The post Two Killed In Quarry Blast In Odisha, Many Feared Trapped Under Debris appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 4 Jan 2026 1:29 pm

DHS Kashmir Orders Posting Of 50 Doctors Across Health Institutions

SRINAGAR, Jan 4: The Directorate of Health Services Kashmir has ordered the posting of 50 doctors at various health institutions across the Valley in the interest of administration and better patient care. See Order Copy Click Here. The post DHS Kashmir Orders Posting Of 50 Doctors Across Health Institutions appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 1:14 pm

Dry Spell To Continue In Kashmir Till Jan 15; Fog Alert Issued For Jammu Plains

JAMMU, Jan 4: Weather across Kashmir is expected to remain largely dry over the next two days, with partly cloudy conditions likely to prevail till January 15, while authorities have issued a fog advisory for the Jammu division, warning of reduced visibility over the next three days. A weather official said January 4 and 5 [] The post Dry Spell To Continue In Kashmir Till Jan 15; Fog Alert Issued For Jammu Plains appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 4 Jan 2026 1:03 pm

Hideout Detected, Destroyed During Joint Search Operation In North Kashmirs Baramulla Forest

Baramulla, Jan 4: A hideout was detected during a search operation in the Suchliwaran forest area of North Kashmirs Baramulla, leading to the recovery of arms-related material and other items, officials said. During a thorough search of the hideout, Baramulla Police in coordination with Central Reserve Police Force 53 Battalion, 46 Rashtriya Rifles, Army Surveillance Team recovered 24 rounds of AK-47 ammunition of Pakistani origin in rusted condition, two hand grenades. Officials said the seized material also included a steel [] The post Hideout Detected, Destroyed During Joint Search Operation In North Kashmirs Baramulla Forest appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 1:00 pm

Venezuela Top Court Appoints Delcy Rodriguez Acting President After Maduros Ouster

Caracas [Venezuela], Jan 4: Venezuelas Supreme Court on Saturday named Vice President Delcy Rodriguez as acting president after the removal of President Nicolas Maduro by the United States, a dramatic development that has deepened the countrys political crisis. The ruling, announced late Saturday night, said Maduro was in a material and temporary impossibility to exercise [] The post Venezuela Top Court Appoints Delcy Rodriguez Acting President After Maduros Ouster appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 4 Jan 2026 12:57 pm

Partly Cloudy Conditions Likely In Kashmir Till January 15, Fog Advisory Issued For Jammu Division

JAMMU, Jan 4: Weather across Kashmir is expected to remain largely dry over the next two days, with a brief change likely around January 6, according to the latest forecast. A Weather official said that January 4 and 5 are expected to remain mostly dry across the region, providing relief from active winter conditions. On January 6, weather is likely to turn generally cloudy, with a possibility of light snowfall over isolated higher reaches of North and Central Kashmir. He [] The post Partly Cloudy Conditions Likely In Kashmir Till January 15, Fog Advisory Issued For Jammu Division appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 12:32 pm

South Korean president visits China following Beijings rising tensions with Japan over Taiwan

HONG KONG, Jan 4: South Korean President Lee Jae Myung arrived in China on Sunday as Beijing looks to deepen ties with the nearby country after heightened tensions between China and Japan over Taiwan, a self-ruled island it claims as its sovereign territory. Lees four-day trip is his first visit to China since taking office in June. It comes at a time of heightened tensions between China and Japan, after Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said in November that her [] The post South Korean president visits China following Beijings rising tensions with Japan over Taiwan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 12:31 pm

Directing Shabana Azmi in Imaginary Rain is my biggest privilege: Chef Vikas Khanna on new movie

MUMBAI, Jan 4: For celebrity chef-turned-filmmaker Vikas Khanna, directing the acclaimed actor Shabana Azmi in his upcoming film, Imaginary Rain, is more than just a career milestone. He describes it as the greatest highlight of his life. The movie, based on his 2023 novel of the same name, will see Azmi play the role of a MasterChef in Manhattan, rediscovering her roots in India after a personal tragedy. The film also features Prateik Patil. Khanna, who has also written the [] The post Directing Shabana Azmi in Imaginary Rain is my biggest privilege: Chef Vikas Khanna on new movie appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 12:29 pm

North Korea launches ballistic missiles toward sea ahead of South Korean leaders visit to China

SEOUL, Jan 4: North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles toward the sea Sunday, its neighbors said, just hours before South Koreas president leaves for China for talks expected to cover North Koreas nuclear programme. South Koreas Joint Chiefs of Staff said in a statement it detected several ballistic missile launches from North Koreas capital region around 7:50 am. It said the missiles flew about 900 kilometres (560 miles) and that South Korea and US authorities were analysing details of the [] The post North Korea launches ballistic missiles toward sea ahead of South Korean leaders visit to China appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 12:18 pm

Myanmars military government releases more than 6,100 prisoners on independence anniversary

BANGKOK, Jan 4: Myanmars military government granted amnesty to more than 6,100 prisoners and reduced other inmates sentences Sunday to mark the 78th anniversary of the countrys independence from Britain. It was not immediately clear whether those released include the thousands of political detainees imprisoned for opposing military rule. The amnesty comes as the military government proceeds with a monthlong, three-stage election process that critics say is designed to add a facade of legitimacy to the status quo. State-run [] The post Myanmars military government releases more than 6,100 prisoners on independence anniversary appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 12:13 pm

Indias coal import rises in Nov, likely to drop in coming months due to increased domestic availability

NEW DELHI, Jan 4: Indias coal imports, which jumped 28.1 per cent in November, is expected is see a decline in the coming months on account of increased availability of domestic resources, according to industry data. Imports in November rose to 25.07 million tonnes (MT) as against 19.57 MT imported in November 2024, according to data compiled by mjunction services ltd, a B2B e-commerce platform and joint venture of SAIL and Tata Steel. There was an uptick in volumes [] The post Indias coal import rises in Nov, likely to drop in coming months due to increased domestic availability appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 11:59 am

D-Marts Dec quarter revenue rises 13 pc to Rs 17,612 cr

NEW DELHI, Jan 4: Avenue Supermarts Ltd, which owns and operates retail chain D-Mart, has reported a 13.15 per cent rise in its standalone revenue from operations to Rs 17,612.62 crore for the third quarter ended December 31, 2025. The company had registered Rs 15,565.23 crore revenue from operations a year ago, Avenue Supermarts informed BSE in a regulatory filing on Friday. Standalone Revenue from operations for the quarter ended (QE) December 31, 2025, stood at Rs 17,612.62 [] The post D-Marts Dec quarter revenue rises 13 pc to Rs 17,612 cr appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 11:57 am

EV penetration in luxury car segment dips in GST 2.0 era as conventional engine version gains traction

NEW DELHI, Jan 4: Electric vehicle (EV) penetration in the luxury car segment has seen a drop by nearly 3 percentage points in the GST 2.0 era with the internal combustion engine versions offering better total cost of ownership, according to industry players. While the trend is also visible in the mass market segment, it is the entry luxury segment that is witnessing a more marked shift towards internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles as price difference between EV and [] The post EV penetration in luxury car segment dips in GST 2.0 era as conventional engine version gains traction appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 11:57 am

Macroeconomic data, global trends, FII trading activity key drivers for mkts this week: Analysts

NEW DELHI, Jan 4: Macroeconomic data announcements, global trends and trading activity of foreign investors would be major driving factors for market movement this week, analysts said. Unabated capital infusion by domestic institutional investors have supported the positive trend in the stock market last week, traders said. This week is expected to be data-heavy, both domestically and globally, as markets enter the early phase of the earnings season. In India, investors will track the final readings of the HSBC [] The post Macroeconomic data, global trends, FII trading activity key drivers for mkts this week: Analysts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 11:52 am

ONGC to store CO2 in depleted wells at Gujarats Gandhar field in first CCS pilot

NEW DELHI, Jan 4:Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) plans to store captured carbon dioxide in depleted wells at Gujarats Gandhar oilfield, marking the companys first full-scale Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) pilot and a major step in its decarbonisation strategy. The pilot will use two abandoned onshore wells to inject around 100 tonnes of CO2 per day into subsurface hydrocarbon reservoirs, officials said. CO2 will be captured from nearby industrial sources in the Dahej area as well as [] The post ONGC to store CO2 in depleted wells at Gujarats Gandhar field in first CCS pilot appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 11:52 am

Sobha Ltd Q3 sales bookings jump 52 pc to Rs 2,115 cr on better housing demand

NEW DELHI, Jan 4: Real estate company Sobha Ltd has reported a 52 per cent increase in sales bookings to Rs 2,115.2 crore in the third quarter of this fiscal, driven by higher volumes and price realisation amid strong housing demand. Bengaluru-based Sobha Ltd sold properties worth Rs 1,388.6 crore in the year-ago period. The company has delivered a historic quarterly performance, achieving the highest ever real estate sales value of Rs 2,115 crore, Sobha Ltd said in a [] The post Sobha Ltd Q3 sales bookings jump 52 pc to Rs 2,115 cr on better housing demand appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 11:50 am

Mughal Road Opened For Limited Traffic, LMVs Allowed For Four Hours

Shopian, Jan 4: Authorities on Saturday announced the reopening of the Mughal Road for limited vehicular traffic, allowing Light Motor Vehicles to ply during a fixed time window. According to official traffic advisories, the Mughal Road will remain open for LMVs only from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm. The decision follows an on-ground assessment of weather and road conditions along the high-altitude route, particularly around the Peer Ki Gali stretch, which is prone to snowfall and icy conditions during the [] The post Mughal Road Opened For Limited Traffic, LMVs Allowed For Four Hours appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 11:50 am

Gunshot Incident At Kathua Railway Station Leaves RPF Personnel Injured

Kathua, Jan 4: An RPF (Railway Protection Force) personnel was injured after sustaining a gunshot wound at Kathua Railway Station on Sunday, police said. A senior police officer confirmed that the injured personnel was immediately shifted to a nearby hospital, where he is undergoing treatment. His condition is stated to be stable. Meanwhile, police and railway authorities have taken cognizance of the incident. The area was secured soon after the incident, and an investigation has been launched to ascertain the [] The post Gunshot Incident At Kathua Railway Station Leaves RPF Personnel Injured appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 11:11 am

Elon Musks X To Remove Illegal Content, Permanently Ban Offending Users

New Delhi, Jan 4: Microblogging site X will act against illegal content by removing it, permanently suspending accounts that uploaded the material and working with local governments as required, the Elon Musk-owned social media platform said on Sunday. The statement from the Global Government Affairs account of X was issued hours after it said people using the platforms AI service, Grok, to create illegal content will face the same consequences as those uploading illegal content. Anyone using Grok to make [] The post Elon Musks X To Remove Illegal Content, Permanently Ban Offending Users appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 11:03 am

Varanasi has been turned into a spectacle Hindi writer Kashinath Singh

Renowned Hindi author Kashinath Singh looks back at seven decades he has spent in the holy city of Banaras, or Varanasi, and remembers the city that was a peaceful recourse for those seeking divine guidance, or looking to learn the Indian classical arts, or to experience centuries of syncretic culture. Having lived for years in a city he loves, Singh is filled with pain at its current condition and feels it is losing its character. It was a city of [] The post Varanasi has been turned into a spectacle Hindi writer Kashinath Singh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 10:55 am

Can Logic Alone Sustain a Public Debate on God and Existence?

by Bazila Bilal A close reading of the AkhtarNadwi exchange shows how incompatible epistemologies, shifting registers, and linguistic gaps caused a philosophically rich debate to collapse without resolution. In the opening arguments of the December 2025 exchange between Javed Akhtar and Mufti Shamail Nadwi, one witnessed a rare departure from the predictable scripts of public []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 10:49 am

EMPLOYMENT (04-01-2026)

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Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 10:48 am

Kashmirs NH-701A Dilemma

Proposed NH-701A promises connectivity across Kashmir but raises serious ecological, cultural and governance concerns amid fragile Himalayan terrain and exemptions, writes M Saleem Beg In October 2024, the Ministry of Road, Transport and Highways issued a tender notice for a two-lane highway with paved shoulders, NH-701A. The road is proposed to run from Shopian to []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 10:45 am

UN Chief Raises Alarm Over US Action in Venezuela

SRINAGAR: The United Nations Secretary-General has expressed grave concern over the United States military action in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of President Nicols Maduro, warning that the move sets a dangerous precedent with potentially serious regional consequences. In a statement issued by UN spokesperson Stphane Dujarric, Secretary-General Antnio Guterres said he was deeply []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 10:39 am

NYC Mayor Mamdani Speaks With Trump, Terms US Military Action In Venezuela Act Of War

NEW YORK, Jan 4: New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has said he spoke with President Donald Trump directly to register his opposition to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicols Maduro and his wife by the US military, as he termed the unilateral attack on a sovereign nation an act of war. Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores have been indicted in the Southern District of New York and are being brought to the city to face the charges against [] The post NYC Mayor Mamdani Speaks With Trump, Terms US Military Action In Venezuela Act Of War appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Jan 2026 10:37 am

Kashmir Shivers as Gulmarg Records 6.5C

SRINAGAR: Multiple areas of the Kashmir Valley recorded sub-zero night temperatures, with Gulmarg turning out to be the coldest place in the region. According to figures compiled by Kashmir Weather, Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, registered a minimum temperature of 3.2C, while Srinagar airport recorded a lower 4.2C. Awantipora in south Kashmir []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 9:57 am

Four Kerela Tourists Injured in South Kashmir Road Mishap

SRINAGAR: Four tourists from Kerala were injured in a road accident at Barsoo area of Awantipora in south Kashmir on Sunday morning. Officials said that the injured persons were travelling in a passenger vehicle when it was allegedly hit by an unidentified truck at Barsoo, Awantipora, resulting in multiple injuries to the occupants. The injured []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 9:29 am

MEA Issues Advisory for Indian Nationals on Travel to Venezuela

SRINAGAR: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India, has issued an advisory urging Indian nationals to avoid all non-essential travel to Venezuela in view of recent developments in the South American country. According to the advisory, all Indians currently in Venezuela have been advised to exercise extreme caution, restrict their movements, and closely []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 9:03 am

Flood-Hit Jammu Kashmir to Be Rebuilt by August 2026: Jitendra Singh

SRINAGAR: Asserting that PM Modi led government is determined to complete major reconstruction works in the flood hit areas in Jammu and Kashmir by August this year, Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Friday said the Centre has released over Rs 1,400 crore as special assistance to rebuild the shattered infrastructure. Chairing a meeting with district []

KashmirLife 4 Jan 2026 8:31 am