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CM Omar pitches technology-led revival of adventure tourism in J&K
Proposes artificial snow machines, night slopes to save Gulmargs skiing Unveils curtain raiser of 17th Adventure Tourism Convention at Gulmarg Gulmarg: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday unveiled the Curtain Raiser of the 17th Annual Convention of the Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI) at the Gulmarg Convention Centre, formally setting the tone for []
Terrorism not only claimed lives but shattered families: LG Sinha
Hands over appointment letters to 39 NoKs of terror victims from Kashmir Division Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday handed over appointment letters to 39 Next of Kins (NoKs) of terror victims from Kashmir Division, at Lok Bhavan Srinagar. The Lieutenant Governor reiterated his commitment to delivering justice, jobs and dignity to terror victim []
World-class infrastructure will redefine winter tourism in J&K: Omar
Dedicates Asias longest ski drag lift Inaugurates, lays foundation of 17 cr tourism projects at Gulmarg Gulmarg: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday dedicated a series of major tourism infrastructure projects worth over 17 crore to the public at Gulmarg and its adjoining areas, marking a significant milestone in strengthening Jammu and Kashmirs position as []
Op Sindoor reflects evolving warfare: Army Chief to IMAs new officers
Addresses 157th Passing Out Parade at Indian Military Academy Dehradun: Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), General Upendra Dwivedi, on Saturday emphasized the significance of modern military operations such as Operation Sindoor while reviewing the 157th Passing Out Parade at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun. The ceremony marked the commissioning of 525 officer cadets []
Fog, sub-zero temperatures grip Kashmir; snowfall likely
Srinagar: Ahead of Chillai Kalan, the harshest 40-day period of winter in Kashmir, Meteorological Department on Saturday predicted light snowfall at isolated places in the upper reaches in the coming days. Officials said that weather is likely to remain generally dry, with a possibility of very light snowfall at isolated higher reaches of north and []
Srinagar suffers amidst air pollution
Srinagar: Simply stepping outside in Srinagar on a polluted day may be doing the same harm as smoking several cigarettes, an independent weather expert, Faizan Arif said. Arif while highlighting the growing public health risk posed by the citys deteriorating air quality said, Current pollution levels in Srinagar mean residents are unknowingly inhaling air comparable []
DC Budgam chairs DLIC meeting; approves multiple cases under HADP, JKCIP, ISDS, IDDS
BUDGAM: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat, on Saturday chaired a District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) meeting regarding the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), Jammu & Kashmir Competitiveness Improvement in Agriculture and Allied Sectors Project (JKCIP), Integrated Sheep Development Scheme (ISDS), and Integrated Dairy Development Scheme (IDDS) at the New Conference Hall, DC []
Chief Secretary visits mini-township Jagti
Distributes sanction orders under SSSs, allotment orders among migrant beneficiaries JAMMU: Chief Secretary Atal Duloo on Saturday visited the mini-township Jagti Nagrota to inspect development works besides inaugurating vital projects. The Chief Secretary inspected the Sub District Hospital and Government Higher Secondary School, Jagti, the ongoing work on multi purpose community hall being constructed with []
Justice, jobs, dignity for terror-victims families top priority: LG
Hands over appointment letters to 39 NoKs of terror sufferers Srinagar, Dec 13: Reiterating his commitment to deliver justice, jobs and dignity to terror victim families, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday handed over appointment letters to 39 Next of Kins (NoKs) of terror victims from Kashmir Division, at Lok Bhavan here. LG [] The post Justice, jobs, dignity for terror-victims families top priority: LG appeared first on Northlines .
JK Govt seeks legal opinion on dissolution date of DDCs
Srinagar, Dec 13: In a significant development, the Jammu & Kashmir Government has sought a legal opinion to determine when the five-year term of District Development Councils (DDCs) began, a decision which will decide on the date of their dissolution. Authoritative sources told news agency that the Department of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj [] The post JK Govt seeks legal opinion on dissolution date of DDCs appeared first on Northlines .
Accessible Healthcare a Reality in J&K: LG
Srinagar, Dec 13: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday said that accessible, affordable and quality healthcare has become a reality in Jammu and Kashmir under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with the Union Territory witnessing transformative changes in medical education and public health over the past five years. Speaking at the valedictory ceremony [] The post Accessible Healthcare a Reality in J&K: LG appeared first on Northlines .
Army tightens winter vigil along LoC
Jammu Tawi:The Army has intensifies patrols in the higher reaches of the Jammu region to prevent infiltration and maintain constant vigil over sensitive areas along the Line of Control (LoC) even as there has been absence of heavy snowfall. Officials told news agency, that the Army has strengthened its presence along high ridges, dense forests, [] The post Army tightens winter vigil along LoC appeared first on Northlines .
New Delhi, Dec 13: Former IAS officer Raj Kumar Goyal will be sworn in as Chief Information Commissioner (CIC) by President Droupadi Murmu on Monday, officials said. A three-member panel headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi had recommended Goyals name, they said on Saturday. Goyal is a 1990-batch (retired) Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of [] The post R K Goyal is the new CIC appeared first on Northlines .
No normalcy claim without reopening closed tourist spots: Omar
Srinagar, Dec 13:Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said the Centre cannot claim normalcy in the Union Territory unless tourist destinations closed after the Pahalgam attack earlier this year are reopened. He also called for a review of the decision to shut several tourist spots following the incident. Speaking to reporters after [] The post No normalcy claim without reopening closed tourist spots: Omar appeared first on Northlines .
J&K records 34 SC, ST atrocity cases in 5-yrs
New Delhi:According to official data tabled in the Lok Sabha, a total of 34 cases were registered under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, in Jammu and Kashmir over the past five years. As per the figures shared by the Ministry of Law and Justice, 21 cases were registered in [] The post J&K records 34 SC, ST atrocity cases in 5-yrs appeared first on Northlines .
Proclamation issued against Qazigund doctor in Delhi blast case
Srinagar, Dec 13:A court in Srinagar has issued a proclamation notice against a doctor from south Kashmirs Qazigund area in connection with the Delhi blast case that claimed nearly a dozen lives and injured many others on November 10 near iconic Red Fort area. According to court order, a copy of which lies with news [] The post Proclamation issued against Qazigund doctor in Delhi blast case appeared first on Northlines .
200 suspected terror-OGWs detained in Kashmir
Srinagar, Dec 13: Jammu and Kashmir Police on Saturday detained around 200 suspected over-ground workers (OGWs) of terror outfits as part of a massive crackdown in the valley, officials said here. The police, along with other security forces, launched the operation against the OGW network in many areas of the Kashmir valley, including Srinagar city, [] The post 200 suspected terror-OGWs detained in Kashmir appeared first on Northlines .
Lieutenant Governor attends the Valedictory Ceremony of SKIMS Annual Festival Week
SRINAGAR, DECEMBER 13: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Saturday appreciated the unwavering dedication, compassion, and personal sacrifice of the medical community to care for others and contributing to the nations growth. The Lieutenant Governor was speaking at the Valedictory Ceremony of SKIMS Annual Festival Week in Srinagar. The event also marked the commencement of [] The post Lieutenant Governor attends the Valedictory Ceremony of SKIMS Annual Festival Week appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
CM Omar Calls for Reopening of Closed Tourist Destinations in Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Asserting that closed tourist destinations in Jammu and Kashmir should be reopened, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said that keeping these destinations shut is sending a wrong message to the people. Talking to reporters after inaugurating Asias longest ski drag lift here in north Kashmir, CM Omar said, We can only make infrastructure. []
Justice Sanjeev Kumar inaugurates National Lok Adalat at Jammu
JAMMU, DECEMBER 13: A National Lok Adalat was held today under the leadership of Chief Justice, High Court of J&K and Ladakh (Patron-In-Chief, J&K Legal Services Authority), Arun Palli and Chairmanship of Justice Sanjeev Kumar, Judge High Court of J&K and Ladakh and Executive Chairman of J&K Legal Services Authority. The event was held in [] The post Justice Sanjeev Kumar inaugurates National Lok Adalat at Jammu appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Ladakh Archery Team Creates History at Senior National Championships, Qualifies for National Games
Kargil, December 12: In a momentous achievement for the Union Territory of Ladakh, the Ladakh Archery Team has delivered an outstanding performance at the Senior Archery National Championships held in Hyderabad, where 31 states competed. The team showcased exceptional talent and resilience, qualifying for the Round of 16 and registering a remarkable victory against Punjab. [] The post Ladakh Archery Team Creates History at Senior National Championships, Qualifies for National Games appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
From Skiing to Rafting, Jammu Kashmir Emerging as Adventure Tourism Hub: Nasir Aslam Wani
SRINAGAR: Advisor to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Nasir Aslam Wani, on Saturday said that Jammu and Kashmir has established itself as the adventure tourism capital of the country, offering limitless opportunities across skiing, mountaineering, trekking, rafting and other sports. Speaking at an event in Gulmarg, Wani said that the government remains committed to promoting adventure []
Jammu Kashmir Govt Seeks Legal Opinion on DDC Dissolution Date
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has sought a legal opinion to determine when the five-year term of District Development Councils (DDCs) began, a decision which will determine the date of their dissolution. As per the sources, the Department of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj has written to the Department of Law, Justice and Parliamentary []
Srinagar Air Pollution as Harmful as Smoking, Warns Expert
SRINAGAR: Simply stepping outside in Srinagar on a polluted day may be doing the same harm as smoking several cigarettes, an independent weather expert, Faizan Arif said on Saturday. Arif while highlighting the growing public health risk posed by the citys deteriorating air quality said, Current pollution levels in Srinagar mean residents are unknowingly inhaling []
Clashes Persist on Thailand-Cambodia Border Despite Trumps Ceasefire Claims
SRINAGAR: Clashes along the Thailand-Cambodia border continued on Saturday, despite US President Donald Trump claiming that both sides had agreed to revive a ceasefire following days of deadly fighting, Reuters reported. Trump, on Friday, announced on Truth Social that an agreement had been reached to halt hostilities after phone calls with Thai Prime Minister Anutin []
Venezuela and Honduras first targets of Trumps new security strategy
Just released document is the basis of regime change in Latin America By W. T. Whitney, Jr. WASHINGTON DC: The National Security Strategy (NSS) is a document setting U.S. foreign policy goals that the Executive Branch periodically sends to Congress. Commenting on the NSS released on Dec. 5, Rebecca Lissner, associated with the establishment-oriented [] The post Venezuela and Honduras first targets of Trumps new security strategy appeared first on Northlines .
Putins India visit should be followed up by serious work on building place
Russian President may be helpful in ensuring harmony among Asian nations By Dr Arun Mitra The visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin and the warm reception accorded to him once again underline that Jawaharlal Nehrus legacy of a trusted IndiaRussia friendship continues to endure. While todays Russian Federation is not the former Soviet Union, [] The post Putins India visit should be followed up by serious work on building place appeared first on Northlines .
Preventing stray dog ingress: Boon or Bane
By Sadaket Ali Malik The on-going debate around schools and their newly mandated role in stray dog monitoring has entered the centre stage of educational and administrative discourse in Jammu and Kashmir, following a series of sweeping directions issued by the Supreme Court of India in August 2025 and corresponding government orders that have reshaped [] The post Preventing stray dog ingress: Boon or Bane appeared first on Northlines .
No one can deny that modern warfare has changed drastically, giving a clear indication that countries which remain reluctant in adopting new strategies and techniques can be at serious risk, because wars are no longer fought merely with boots and bullets. The nature of conflict has evolved, demanding preparedness that goes far beyond conventional military [] The post India & Future Wars appeared first on Northlines .
SAGG Eco Village wins Gold at TOFT Wildlife and Nature Tourism Awards 2025
SRINAGAR: SAGG Eco Village, Kashmirs pioneering regenerative eco-village enterprise, has been awarded Gold in the Sustainable Homestay category at the TOFT Wildlife and Nature Tourism Awards 2025, held at Bikaner House in New Delhi. The TOFT Awards, supported by the Sanctuary Nature Foundation, Outlook Responsible Tourism and various state tourism boards, recognise outstanding conservation-led tourism []
Govt Orders Transfers, Adjustment Of 134 Patwaris
JAMMU, Dec 13: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has ordered the transfers and adjustments of 134 Patwaris in the interest of the administration. See Order Copy Click Here The post Govt Orders Transfers, Adjustment Of 134 Patwaris appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Brinda Karat Urges President to Intervene in Akhlaq Lynching Case
SRINAGAR: Senior CPI(M) leader and former Rajya Sabha member Brinda Karat has written to President of India Droupadi Murmu seeking her urgent intervention in the case related to the mob lynching of Md Akhlaq in Uttar Pradeshs Bisahada village in September 2015, alleging that the state government is attempting to subvert the judicial process by []
Newly Established Meditation Hall Opened For Pilgrims At Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine
Jammu, Dec 13: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) has dedicated a Sadhana Kaksh (Meditation Hall) to the pilgrims visiting the revered shrine atop Trikuta hills in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Saturday. The newly set up meditation hall was opened for the devotees amidst vedic chanting at Bhawan area, marking a significant initiative aimed at further enriching the spiritual ambience and facilitating deeper devotional engagement among the visitors, the officials said. Chief Executive Officer, [] The post Newly Established Meditation Hall Opened For Pilgrims At Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Baramulla Boy Powers India to Historic U-15 World Volleyball Bronze
SRINAGAR: The Indian Boys Under-15 Volleyball Team has created history by winning the bronze medal at the ISF Under-15 World School Volleyball Championship held recently in Shangluo, China, with Nasir Aejaz Sufi from Baramulla playing a crucial role in the teams landmark achievement. The medal marks Indias first-ever appearance at the global championship under the []
Cant claim normalcy without opening places closed post Pahalgam attack: CM
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said the Centre cannot claim normalcy in the Union territory until the destinations, closed after the Pahalgam attack earlier this year, are reopened. He also called for a review of the decision to close several tourist spots after the attack. Speaking to the reporters after 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 .
Centre Cant Claim Normalcy In J-K Without Opening Places Closed Post Pahalgam Attack: CM Abdullah
Srinagar, Dec 13 : Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said the Centre cannot claim normalcy in the Union territory until the destinations, closed after the Pahalgam attack earlier this year, are reopened. He also called for a review of the decision to close several tourist spots after the attack. Speaking to the reporters after throwing open Asias longest ski drag lift at Gulmarg, Abdullah said the elected government can only build or improve the tourism-related infrastructure [] The post Centre Cant Claim Normalcy In J-K Without Opening Places Closed Post Pahalgam Attack: CM Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NIA Court Declares Absconding Delhi Blast Accused Muzaffar Rather Proclaimed Offender
Srinagar, Dec 13: An NIA court here declared Dr Muzaffar Ahmad Rather, an accused in the white collar terror module busted by Srinagar police in October that was behind the November 10 car blast near Delhis Red Fort, a proclaimed offender under Section 84 of the BNSS. The proclamation notice, issued by a special judge designated under the NIA Act last week, was pasted on the house of Rather at Qazigund on Saturday, officials said. The court has directed Rather [] The post NIA Court Declares Absconding Delhi Blast Accused Muzaffar Rather Proclaimed Offender appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Phase Wise Winter Vacations Announced For Summer Zone Schools Of Jammu Division
JAMMU, Dec 13: The Directorate of School Education Jammu (DSEJ) has announced winter vacations for all government and recognised private schools falling in the summer zone areas of Jammu Division, as per an official order issued on Saturday. According to the order, issued by DSEJ , students from pre-primary to Class 5th will observe winter vacations from December 22, 2025, to January 10, 2026. For students of Classes 6th to 8th, the vacations will be from December 26, 2025, to [] The post Phase Wise Winter Vacations Announced For Summer Zone Schools Of Jammu Division appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rashtriya Raksha University, Gujarat and University of Ladakh Establish a Strategic Alliance
Leh, December 13: A momentous development in the academic and security education landscape of Ladakh took place at Lok Niwas, Leh, where Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) Gujarat and the University of Ladakh (UOL) formally executed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in the august presence of Shri Kavinder Gupta, Honble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh on Friday. [] The post Rashtriya Raksha University, Gujarat and University of Ladakh Establish a Strategic Alliance appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
J&K Government Notifies Holidays For 2026
JAMMU, Dec 13: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has issued an order declaring public holidays for the calendar year 2026 under Section 25 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. In a separate but related order, it has also notified the list of holidays to be observed in Government offices and educational institutions across the Union Territory. See Order Copy Click Here. See Order Copy Click Here. The post J&K Government Notifies Holidays For 2026 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Manoj Sinha Attends The Valedictory Ceremony Of SKIMS Annual Festival Week
Srinagar, Dec 13: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday appreciated the unwavering dedication, compassion, and personal sacrifice of the medical community to care for others and contributing to the nations growth. The Lieutenant Governor was speaking at the Valedictory Ceremony of SKIMS Annual Festival Week in Srinagar. The event also marked the commencement of 29th Post-Graduate Research Presentation Programme (PGRP-2025) and felicitation of PGRP Awardees, Doctors, Nursing Staffs and Employees of SKIMS by the Lieutenant Governor. In his address, the [] The post LG Manoj Sinha Attends The Valedictory Ceremony Of SKIMS Annual Festival Week appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir: BSF Nabs Pakistan-trained Militant On International Border
SRINAGAR: In a rare instance of a militant attempting to infiltrate through the International Border rather than the Line of Control, the Border Security Force has arrested an alleged Pakistan-trained Jaish-e-Mohammed operative in the Pargwal sector of the Akhnoor belt, officials said. The outfit is banned in Jammu and Kashmir. The BSF said it foiled []
Former Law Secretary Raj Kumar Goyal Appointed As Chief Information Commissioner
New Delhi, Dec 13: Former Law Secretary Raj Kumar Goyal has been appointed as the head of the Central Information Commission while eight others, most of them former civil servants, were chosen as Information Commissioners. With this, the 11-member Central Information Commission (CIC) acquired full strength for the first time in the past seven years. The central transparency panel has been headless since September and has been working with just two Information Commissio Goyal will take oath as the Chief [] The post Former Law Secretary Raj Kumar Goyal Appointed As Chief Information Commissioner appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar Abdullah Threw Open Asias Longest Ski Drag Lift At Gulmarg
Srinagar, Dec 13: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday threw open Asias longest ski drag lift at the famous skiing resort of Gulmarg, officials said. He also inaugurated the worlds highest revolving multi-purpose hall at the Affarwat area in the resort, which also houses a restaurant, they said. Abdullah said the ski drag lift at Kongdori in Gulmarg, in north Kashmirs Baramulla district, will significantly enhance skiing infrastructure in the resort and strengthen its standing on the [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Threw Open Asias Longest Ski Drag Lift At Gulmarg appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
7 Private Secretaries Granted Selection Grade in Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has accorded sanction for the grant of Selection Grade (Non-functional) in Level 10A (Rs 56,6001,79,800) to seven members of the Jammu and Kashmir Private Secretaries to Heads of Departments (Gazetted) Service. The benefit has been approved in favour of Lakshman Kumar Sharma, Sheikh Mohammad Latief, Hamid Ahmad Tramboo, []
Naxalism benefits nobody, only peace can pave way for development: Amit Shah
Raipur, Dec 13: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday said Naxalism does not benefit anyone neither those who take up arms nor the security personnel, and asserted that only peace can pave the way for development. Reiterating the Narendra Modi governments resolve to end Naxalism by March 31, 2026, he said the Centre has decided to transform Chhattisgarhs Bastar division, comprising seven districts, the most developed tribal region in the country in the next five years. Addressing the [] The post Naxalism benefits nobody, only peace can pave way for development: Amit Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Inaugurates Worlds Highest Rotating Restaurant in Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir Omar Abdullah on Saturday said technological intervention is essential to revive skiing in Gulmarg, even as he inaugurated multiple high-altitude tourism projects, including the worlds highest rotating restaurant and a rotating conference hall at Affarwat. Speaking at a curtain-raiser function organised by the Adventure Tour Operators Association of []
New UNESCO chief may end pro-western politicization: Venezuelan Ambassador
CARACAS, Dec 13: The appointment of former Egyptian Tourism Minister Khaled El-Enany as UNESCOs director general may help stop the pro-Western politicization of the UN cultural agency, Venezuelan Permanent Representative to UNESCO Rodulfo Humberto Perez Hernandez told Sputnik. From our point of view, all member states will benefit from depoliticization of UNESCO. We believe that the appointment of Professor El-Enany may put an end to UNESCOs politicization and prevent the West from using it against the rest of the world [] The post New UNESCO chief may end pro-western politicization: Venezuelan Ambassador appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Over 200 Suspected OGWs Of Terror Outfits Detained In Kashmir: Police
Srinagar, Dec 13: Jammu and Kashmir Police on Saturday detained around 200 suspected over-ground workers (OGWs) of terror outfits as part of a massive crackdown in the valley, officials said here. The police, along with other security forces, launched the operation against the OGW network in many areas of the Kashmir valley, including Srinagar city, and raids have been carried out at several locations, they said. During these raids, around 200 suspected OGWs have been detained, the officials said. According [] The post Over 200 Suspected OGWs Of Terror Outfits Detained In Kashmir: Police appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CJI Calls For Unified Judicial Policy, Use Of Technology To Converge Practices Across Courts
Jaisalmer, Dec 13: Pushing for a unified judicial policy, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Saturday said technology can help align standards and practices across courts, creating a seamless experience for citizens, regardless of their location. He said high courts due to the federal structure have had their own practices and technological capacities, and regional barriers can be broken down with technology to create a more unified judicial ecosystem. Delivering the keynote address at the West Zone [] The post CJI Calls For Unified Judicial Policy, Use Of Technology To Converge Practices Across Courts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K To Get Rs 5.5 Bn Under Externally Funded Project For Tourism: CM Omar Abdullah
Srinagar, Dec 14: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said Jammu and Kashmir is set to receive an investment of about Rs 5.5 billion in the tourism sector under an externally funded project, asserting that the push, combined with collective effort, would help the Union Territory once again establish itself as Indias leading adventure tourism destination. Addressing a gathering during the 17th annual convention of the Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI), the Chief Minister said Jammu and Kashmir [] The post J&K To Get Rs 5.5 Bn Under Externally Funded Project For Tourism: CM Omar Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Technological Intervention Must to Revive Skiing in Gulmarg: CM Omar
Gulmarg: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said the government is committed to reviving Kashmirs adventure tourism potential and ensuring that destinations like Gulmarg regain their past glory as premier skiing hubs. Speaking at a curtain-raiser function organised by the Adventure Tour Operators Association of India at the Convention Centre in Gulmarg, []
NDAs win in Thiruvananthapuram Corporation watershed moment in Kerala politics: PM Modi
New Delhi, Dec 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday termed the mandate received by the BJP-led NDA in the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation a watershed moment in Keralas politics and expressed gratitude to the BJP workers for the spectacular results. The Left parties suffered a major setback in the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation, held by them for 45 years, as the BJP-led NDA surged ahead with a huge lead. Reacting to the civic body results, the prime minister said it is a day [] The post NDAs win in Thiruvananthapuram Corporation watershed moment in Kerala politics: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Chaos At Salt Lake Stadium Over Messi Event; Mamata Orders Probe, Apologies To Fans
KOLKATA, Dec 13: Chaos erupted at the Salt Lake stadium here on Saturday as thousands of fans protested after failing to get a clear glimpse of Argentine football icon Lionel Messi during a much-hyped event, prompting police to baton-charge and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to order a high-level enquiry. What was billed as a marquee football spectacle turned into anger and disorder as Messis brief and tightly ring-fenced appearance, his first at the venue since 2011, left large sections of [] The post Chaos At Salt Lake Stadium Over Messi Event; Mamata Orders Probe, Apologies To Fans appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Over 150 Detained as Police Intensify Action Against OGW Network in Kashmir
Srinagar, Dec 13: Jammu and Kashmir Police, along with other security agencies, on Saturday launched a major crackdown against the Over Ground Workers (OGWs) network of terrorists across the Kashmir Valley, detaining over 150 suspects, sources said. A senior official said more than 150 suspected individuals have been detained so far in Srinagar, while raids [] The post Over 150 Detained as Police Intensify Action Against OGW Network in Kashmir appeared first on Northlines .
Fire breaks out in 12-storey building in Dhaka; 42 rescued
DHAKA, Dec 13: A massive fire broke out early Saturday on the ground floor of a 12-storey mixed-use building in a market in Bangladeshs capital city, officials said. However, no casualties were reported in the blaze at Jabal E Nur Tower in the Babu Bazar area of Keraniganj, and fire service officials rescued at least 42 people from the building, the state-run BSS news agency reported. The incident marks the second major fire in a multi-storey building in Dhaka [] The post Fire breaks out in 12-storey building in Dhaka; 42 rescued appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Russian-French citizen detained in France says foreign states have backed him
MOSCOW, Dec 13: Dual Russian-French citizen Anna Novikova, detained in France on suspicion of espionage, said in a letter obtained by RIA Novosti that she did not lose heart and received letters of support from different countries. On November 25, Le Parisien newspaper reported that French intelligence services had detained three members of the SOS Donbass organization, which provides aid to residents of Donbas, including the associations head, Anna Novikova. They are suspected of spying for Russia. The detainees deny [] The post Russian-French citizen detained in France says foreign states have backed him appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Families of Pakistani fishermen arrested by India urge Govt to seek their release
KARACHI, Dec 13: The families of 11 Pakistani fishermen, including two teenage boys, who have been arrested by Indian maritime authorities this week, have appealed for their release, pleading they are just poor fishermen. The families urged the Pakistan government to get them released through diplomatic channels. Ahmed Brohi, the father of one of the arrested fishermen, Ghulam Mustafa, said they all lived close to each other in Ibrahim Hyderi, a fishing village in west Karachi. We are all [] The post Families of Pakistani fishermen arrested by India urge Govt to seek their release appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Fighting rages on Thai-Cambodian border despite Trumps ceasefire claim
SURIN (Thailand), Dec 13: Fighting continued to rage on Saturday morning along the border of Thailand and Cambodia, even after US President Donald Trump, acting as a mediator, declared that he had won agreement from both countries for a ceasefire. Thai officials have said they did not agree to a ceasefire, and Cambodia has not commented on Trumps claim. Its defence ministry instead said Thai jets carried out airstrikes Saturday morning. Cambodian media reported Trumps claim without elaborating. [] The post Fighting rages on Thai-Cambodian border despite Trumps ceasefire claim appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Gaza amputees struggle to rebuild lives as enclave faces shortages of prosthetic limbs
NUSEIRAT(Gaza Strip), Dec 13: Sitting in her wheelchair, Haneen al-Mabhouh dreams of rebuilding her family, of cradling a new baby. She dreams of walking again. But with her leg gone, her life in Gaza is on hold, she says, as she waits to go abroad for further treatment. An Israeli airstrike in July 2024 smashed her home in central Gaza as she and her family slept. All four of her daughters were killed, including her 5-month-old baby. Her husband [] The post Gaza amputees struggle to rebuild lives as enclave faces shortages of prosthetic limbs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India engaged with Mexico over unilateral tariff hike
NEW DELHI, Dec 13: India is engaged with Mexico over the South American nations decision to unilaterally raise tariffs on a number of products to find mutually beneficial solutions, even as New Delhi reserves the right to take appropriate measures to safeguard the interests of its exporters, an official said on Saturday. These duties are announced against countries that do not have free trade agreements with Mexico, including India, China, South Korea, Thailand and Indonesia. The official said that [] The post India engaged with Mexico over unilateral tariff hike appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Major Crackdown Against OGW Network In Kashmir As Police Raid Several Places, Over 150 Detained
Srinagar, Dec 13 : Jammu and Kashmir police along with other security agencies launched a massive crackdown against Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of terrorists in several parts of the Kashmir Valley, with over 150 suspects detained, sources said. A top official said that over 150 suspected individuals have been detained so far in Srinagar while crackdown is going on against OGWs in several parts of the Valley. He said that the crackdown has been launched against OGWs to dismantle the [] The post Major Crackdown Against OGW Network In Kashmir As Police Raid Several Places, Over 150 Detained appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SAIL posts 14 pc growth in sales in Apr-Nov
NEW DELHI, Dec 13: State-owned steel maker SAIL on Saturday said it recorded a 14 per cent year-on-year growth in sales at 12.7 million tonnes (MT) in April-November 2025, amid price pressures and demand volatility. The Steel Authority of India Ltd (SAIL), a leading integrated player in the steel sector, had posted sales of 11.1 MT in the corresponding period last year. The company said, This resilient performance was possible due to a strong sales strategydespite many challenges including [] The post SAIL posts 14 pc growth in sales in Apr-Nov appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Congress government in Himachal is working with a merrymaking mindset: Nadda
Shimla, Dec 13: The Congress government in Himachal Pradesh is working with a carefree mindset, alleged BJP national president J P Nadda and stressed that double engine government is the only way to ensure development of the state. Addressing an event here, Nadda accused the state government of corruption and of misusing funds given by the Centre under various heads, including the construction of houses, road repair and smart cities. He said the Congress governments mindset is Khao Piyo [] The post Congress government in Himachal is working with a merrymaking mindset: Nadda appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Iran raises gasoline prices for first time since deadly 2019 protests
TEHRAN, Dec 13: Iran introduced a new pricing tier on Saturday for its nationally subsidised gasoline, attempting to rein in spiralling costs for the first time since a price hike in 2019 that sparked nationwide protests and a crackdown that reportedly killed over 300 people. Cheap gasoline has been viewed for generations as a birthright in Iran, sparking mass demonstrations as far back as 1964 when a price increase forced the shah to put military vehicles on the streets [] The post Iran raises gasoline prices for first time since deadly 2019 protests appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Deputy CM Shivakumar will become CM on Jan 6: Cong MLA
Ramanagara (Karnataka), Dec 13: A ruling Congress MLA, H A Iqbal Hussain, on Saturday predicted that Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar will become Chief Minister on January 6. He said the post, presently occupied by Siddaramaiah, should be vacated for Shivakumar. Shivakumar should be given a chance to become chief minister, the Ramanagara MLA told reporters. There is a 99 per cent chance that he becomes chief minister on January 6, Hussain, who is a staunch supporter of Shivakumar, [] The post Deputy CM Shivakumar will become CM on Jan 6: Cong MLA appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Americas Kashmiri Milk Scientist
From a Kashmiri village, Dr Shakeel-ur-Rehman travelled to Gujarat, Ireland and then to a leading American university. When Texas cattle farmers sought his help to modernise their dairy sector, he offered them patented technologies and helped build a company now nearing a turnover of US$5 billion. Today, the Kashmiri scientist is the Chief Scientist of []
Light Snowfall Forecast in Higher Reaches of Kashmir Till Dec 17: MeT
Srinagar, Dec 13: The Meteorological Department on Saturday forecast the possibility of very light snowfall at isolated places in the higher reaches of north and central Kashmir between December 13 and 17, even as minimum temperatures across the valley showed a slight rise due to overcast skies. Officials said Srinagar recorded a minimum temperature of [] The post Light Snowfall Forecast in Higher Reaches of Kashmir Till Dec 17: MeT appeared first on Northlines .
LG Sinha Distributes Job Letters to Families of Terror Victims in Srinagar
SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday handed over appointment letters to family members of terror victims at Lok Bhavan Auditorium, Srinagar, reiterating the administrations commitment to provide justice, jobs and dignity to the affected families. Addressing the gathering, the LG said the administration stands firmly with every victim family in Jammu and Kashmir and []
Light Snowfall Likely In Higher Reaches Of Kashmir From Dec 13 To 17: MeT
Srinagar, Dec 13: There was a slight respite from cold conditions across Kashmir as the minimum temperatures increased a bit owing to overcast skies, even as the meteorological department forecast light snowfall at isolated places in the higher reaches of the valley, officials said on Saturday. Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, recorded a low of minus 2.9 degrees Celsius on Friday night, up from the previous nights minus 3.6 degrees Celsius. The night temperature was 1.7 degrees [] The post Light Snowfall Likely In Higher Reaches Of Kashmir From Dec 13 To 17: MeT appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Sinha Hands Over Appointment Letters To 39 NoKs Of Terror Victims From Kashmir Division
SRINAGAR, Dec 13: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday handed over appointment letters to 39 Next of Kins (NoKs) of terror victims from Kashmir Division, at Lok Bhavan Srinagar. The Lieutenant Governor reiterated his commitment to delivering justice, jobs and dignity to terror victim families. The family members, whose loved ones were mercilessly killed by terrorists, narrated the horrifying incidents and the trauma they suffered for decades in silence. For these families, today the long wait for justice has ended. [] The post LG Sinha Hands Over Appointment Letters To 39 NoKs Of Terror Victims From Kashmir Division appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Breakdown of Law and Order: Fans on rampage as Messis Kolkata tour turns Messy
KOLKATA:Lionel Messis brief visit to Kolkata descended into chaos as angry fans broke security protocols after failing to catch even a glimpse of the worlds most popular footballer during his blink-and-miss 22-minute appearance at the Salt Lake Stadium on Saturday morning. What was meant to be a red-letter day for football fans in the City []
GRAP Stage III curbs invoked in Delhi-NCR amid sharp dip in air quality
NEW DELHI, Dec 13: The Commission for Air Quality Management on Saturday invoked stricter GRAP Stage-III restrictions, including shifting schools to hybrid mode up to Class 5 and restrictions on construction and demolition work, in Delhi-NCR after pollution levels rose sharply amid unfavourable meteorological conditions. The national capitals 24-hour average air quality index (AQI) stood at 349 but jumped to 401 by 10 am on Saturday, owing to slow wind speed, stable atmosphere, unfavourable weather parameters and meteorological conditions [] The post GRAP Stage III curbs invoked in Delhi-NCR amid sharp dip in air quality appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Can Kashmir Save Its Lost Generation From Addiction and Despair?
by Umar Farooq Kashmir faces a devastating addiction crisis consuming its youth, fuelled by heroin, systemic failures, corruption, trauma, and unemployment, demanding collective action rooted in accountability, compassion, and faith. Kashmir, once a paradise of breathtaking valleys and flowing rivers, now stands beneath a heavy sky drenched in quiet sorrow. The land once celebrated for []
LG Sinha Pays Tribute to 2001 Parliament Attack Victims
SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday paid tribute to the security personnel who were martyred while defending the nation during the 2001 terrorist attack on Parliament. In a message shared on X, Sinha said the courage, valour and selfless service of the martyrs would remain a lasting source of inspiration for the country. He []
Shivraj Patils last rites performed with state honours; Om Birla, Kharge present
Latur, Dec 13: The last rites of veteran Congress leader and former Union minister Shivraj Patil were performed with full state honours in his home district Latur in Maharashtra on Saturday, with many top leaders in attendance. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth, former Maharashtra Chief Minister Ashok Chavan and Karnataka Minister Eshwar Khandre were among those present. A prominent member of the Lingayat community, Patil was buried in [] The post Shivraj Patils last rites performed with state honours; Om Birla, Kharge present appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
North Kashmir: Endangered Himalayan Ibex Spotted in Gurez
SRINAGAR: In a rare and positive development for wildlife conservation, the critically endangered Himalayan Ibex, has been sighted near Chak Nallah, a sensitive border area in the Gurez Valley of Bandipora district in north Kashmir, officials said. The sighting, described as unusual for this part of north Kashmir, has generated excitement among wildlife enthusiasts, conservationists, []
Myanmar military claims armed opposition groups used hospital hit by airstrike as base
BANGKOK, Dec 13: Myanmars military on Saturday acknowledged there was an airstrike on a hospital in the western state of Rakhine, which a local rescuer and media reports said killed over 30 people, including patients, medical workers and children. In a statement published by the state-run Global New Light of Myanmar newspaper, the militarys information office said armed groups, including the ethnic Arakan Army and the Peoples Defence Force, pro-democracy militias formed after the army takeover in 2021, used [] The post Myanmar military claims armed opposition groups used hospital hit by airstrike as base appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Sinha hands over job letters to terror victim families in Srinagar
Vows to end terror ecosystem in J&K; Sympathisers, supporters of terrorism to face harshest punishment Srinagar, Dec 13:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday handed over appointment letters to family members of terror victims at Lok Bhavan Auditorium, Srinagar, reiterating the administrations commitment to provide justice, jobs and dignity to the affected families. Addressing [] The post LG Sinha hands over job letters to terror victim families in Srinagar appeared first on Northlines .
Discovering Heritage: A visual journey through Odisha crafts museum Kalabhoomi
Sujoy Dhar Nestled in the heart of Bhubaneswars creative corridor, the Odisha Crafts Museum Kalabhoomi captures the essence of the states rich heritage. The museum celebrates the craftsmanship of Odishas artisans by putting on display their breathtaking masterpieces. Built with the authenticity of local materials the exterior uses laterite stone reminiscent of some of Odishas oldest monuments Kalabhoomi immerses visitors in a cultural experience from the moment they arrive. Kalabhoomi is divided into two distinct zones: a display [] The post Discovering Heritage: A visual journey through Odisha crafts museum Kalabhoomi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The Silent Crisis: Social Media and the Mental Health of Indian Youth
Sajid Illahi Indian youth in 2025 are more connected than any previous generation, yet many feel more lonely, anxious, and stressed than ever. Smartphones, cheap data, and 24/7 social media have changed how young people study, make friends, and see themselves. Behind the selfies and status updates, however, a silent mental health crisis is growing among students and young professionals in India. Rising Mental Health Problems Among Youth Surveys and studies indicate a sharp rise in anxiety, depression, and stress-related [] The post The Silent Crisis: Social Media and the Mental Health of Indian Youth appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Tribute To Their Sacrifice: LG Hands Over Job Letters To Terror Victim Families In Srinagar
Srinagar, Dec 13: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday handed over appointment letters to family members of terror victims at Lok Bhavan Auditorium, Srinagar, reiterating the administrations commitment to provide justice, jobs and dignity to the affected families. Addressing the gathering, the LG said the administration stands firmly with every victim family in Jammu and Kashmir and will continue to support them in every possible way. Sinha said the initiative to provide government jobs to terror victim families started around [] The post Tribute To Their Sacrifice: LG Hands Over Job Letters To Terror Victim Families In Srinagar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mahayuti does not want LoPs in state legislature as its afraid of opposition: Sanjay Raut
Mumbai, Dec 13: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Saturday said the ruling parties should be ashamed for not having leaders of the opposition in the Maharashtra legislature, claiming it reflects their fear of the post and weakens democratic processes. Speaking to reporters, Raut also criticised Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule over his remarks suggesting the creation of a separate state of Vidarbha, allegedly backed by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Raut said Shiv Sena (UBT) would strongly oppose any move [] The post Mahayuti does not want LoPs in state legislature as its afraid of opposition: Sanjay Raut appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Govt Sanctions Selection Grade for Seven Private Secretaries
Jammu, Dec 13: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has accorded sanction for the grant of Selection Grade (Non-Functional) to seven members of the Jammu and Kashmir Private Secretaries to Heads of Departments (Gazetted) Service, officials said. Check order copy here: Order Copy The post J&K Govt Sanctions Selection Grade for Seven Private Secretaries appeared first on Northlines .
Women-led Startups in Jammu Kashmir Receive Rs 1.5 Crore Support Under Seed Fund Scheme: Centre
SRINAGAR: The Union Government has stated that women-led startups in Jammu and Kashmir have secured a modest share of central funding under the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS), with only seven ventures supported since its inception in 2021. The information was shared in the Rajya Sabha in response to a question on national trends []
PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi, Others Pay Tributes to Parliament Attack Martyrs
New Delhi, Dec 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday led the nation in paying tribute to the security personnel who laid down their lives in the 2001 Parliament terror attack, as leaders across party lines remembered their sacrifice at Parliament House. The Prime Minister, along with Vice President C P Radhakrishnan and other parliamentarians, [] The post PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi, Others Pay Tributes to Parliament Attack Martyrs appeared first on Northlines .
Indian Armed Forces Adapting to Evolving Warfare Environment: CDS Chauhan
Hyderabad, Dec 13: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Saturday said the Indian Armed Forces are committed to adapting to a rapidly changing warfare environment and implementing reforms to remain operationally ready and relevant, as global conflict dynamics stand on the brink of a major transformation. Addressing the Combined Graduation Parade of [] The post Indian Armed Forces Adapting to Evolving Warfare Environment: CDS Chauhan appeared first on Northlines .
2001 Parliament Attack Anniversary: Vice Prez, PM Modi, MPs Pay Tributes To Fallen Heroes
New Delhi, Dec 13: Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Saturday led Parliamentarians in paying floral tributes to those who died fending off terrorists who attacked the Parliament House in 2001. On the 24th anniversary of the attack, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Radhakrishnan, who is also the Rajya Sabha Chair, were among the first to offer tributes. A brief function is held outside the now old Parliament building (Samvidhan Sadan) every December 13 to mark the day. CISF personnel [] The post 2001 Parliament Attack Anniversary: Vice Prez, PM Modi, MPs Pay Tributes To Fallen Heroes appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Messi Mania Grips Kolkata As Thousands Welcome Argentine Icon At 2.26 Am
Kolkata, Dec 13: Thousands braved the December chill and waited past midnight to give a rousing welcome to Argentine superstar footballer Lionel Messi as he arrived in Kolkata for his whirlwind three-day, four-city GOAT India Tour 2025. The Barcelona legends 2.26 am touchdown in the early hours of Saturday sent the city into an frenzy. Gate 4 of the international arrivals turned into a roaring sea of chants, flags and flashing phones, with fans sprinting between gates for even a [] The post Messi Mania Grips Kolkata As Thousands Welcome Argentine Icon At 2.26 Am appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Chargesheet Filed Against Four in Land Fraud Case in Srinagar
Srinagar, Dec 13: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has filed a chargesheet before the Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM), Srinagar, against four persons in connection with a 53 lakh land-sale fraud case. According to a statement, the chargesheet has been submitted in FIR No. 23/2025, naming Tariq Ahmad Hajam, Ghulam Hassan [] The post Chargesheet Filed Against Four in Land Fraud Case in Srinagar appeared first on Northlines .
