Detention lacked application of mind: Wangchuks wife to SC
New Delhi, Jan 12: Jailed climate activist Sonam Wangchuks wife, Gitanjali J Angmo, told the Supreme Court on Monday that the detaining authority had not applied his mind and relied on irrelevant material while detaining her husband. She told the court that four videos relied upon by the detaining authority have not been furnished to [] The post Detention lacked application of mind: Wangchuks wife to SC appeared first on Northlines .
4 IAS Officers promoted, re-designated
Jammu Tawi, Jan 12: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday issued orders re-designating several IAS officers of the J&K segment of the AGMUT cadre following their promotion to higher scales of the Indian Administrative Service by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. According to Government Order No. 43-JK(GAD) of 2026, dated [] The post 4 IAS Officers promoted, re-designated appeared first on Northlines .
Use power of art for positive change: Sinha to youth
Jammu Tawi, Jan 12:Urging young generation to use the power of art for positive change, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday described art as mirror and a guide for society. Addressing the Golden Jubilee celebration of Kesar Art Circle at Kala Kendra here, LG Sinha said, Art is both a mirror and a guide for [] The post Use power of art for positive change: Sinha to youth appeared first on Northlines .
Budget 2026-27 to be presented by CM on Feb 6
2-month long session to begin with LGs Address on Feb 2 Jammu Tawi, Jan 12:Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah will present Jammu & Kashmir Union Territorys second budget in the Legislative Assembly on February 6. According to the tentative calendar issued by the Legislative Assembly Secretariat, the annual financial statement for 2026-27 and the supplementary statement [] The post Budget 2026-27 to be presented by CM on Feb 6 appeared first on Northlines .
Class-10, 12 results on Jan-14
JKBOSE notifies date-sheets for Class 11, 12 Jammu Tawi, Jan 12:Education Minister Sakina Itoo on Monday said that the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) will announce the result of annual regular exams of class 10th and 12th on January-14. The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (J&K BOSE) has also notified [] The post Class-10, 12 results on Jan-14 appeared first on Northlines .
Intense cold grips Kashmir, fog disrupts life in Jammu
MeT forecasts dry weather till January 15, snow likely later Jammu Tawi, Jan 12:An intense cold wave continued to affect Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh on Monday, disrupting normal life and business activity, even as minimum temperatures across most parts of the region showed a marginal improvement compared to the previous day. According to the [] The post Intense cold grips Kashmir, fog disrupts life in Jammu appeared first on Northlines .
Army foils multiple drone intrusions along LoC
Jammu Tawi, Jan 12:The Army intercepted several drones suspected to be from Pakistan along International Border and the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu region on Monday. An official said, Late Sunday evening, soldiers detected a drone near the Naushera sector in Rajouri district. Counter-unmanned aerial systems were immediately activated, forcing the drone to retreat [] The post Army foils multiple drone intrusions along LoC appeared first on Northlines .
Ghulam Hassan to act as interim JKBOSE Chairman
DSEJ to hold additional charge of Director JKSCERT Jammu Tawi, Jan 12:The government on Monday assigned Ghulam Hassan Sheikh, Secretary, J&K Board of School Education (JKBOSE) with the additional charge to act as interim chairman for the Board. A government order reads: In exercise of the powers conferred by sub- section (1) of section 12 [] The post Ghulam Hassan to act as interim JKBOSE Chairman appeared first on Northlines .
Dividing Jammu and Kashmir Like Cutting Off Head From Body: Farooq Abdullah
SRINAGAR: National Conference (NC) president and former Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah on Monday strongly rejected the idea of dividing Jammu and Kashmir. These regions are one and cannot be separated. Any split would be like cutting off the head from the body, with Jammu as the head and Kashmir as the torso, Dr Abdullah said []
Avoid Night Travel on JammuSrinagar Highway: Traffic Police
SRINAGAR: Authorities on Monday advised passengers and Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) operators to avoid travelling during night hours on the JammuSrinagar National Highway and to plan their journeys during the daytime. The Traffic Police, in its advisory, said that night movement of Heavy Motor Vehicles (HMVs) between the Nashri Tunnel and Navyug Tunnel often causes []
JMC running in losses in crores
As against required Rs 250-300 cr, it generated a mere Rs 34 cr this financial year Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Jan 12: The Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) has failed to generate the requisite revenue to meet its day to day expenses, salaries of the employees and other miscellaneous expenses, due to which it is still [] The post JMC running in losses in crores appeared first on Northlines .
Categorize Electricity Bills According To Paying Capacities: MP Ruhullah to CM Omar
SRINAGAR: Calling upon Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to categorize the electricity bills according to the paying capacities of the people, Member Parliament and senior National Conference leader, Aga Ruhullah, on Monday expressed concern over hike in the power tariff. Talking to reporters here, Ruhullah said, Most of the people here belong to the BPL category []
Indian Students Safe Across Iran, AIMSA Urges Calm Amid Rumours
SRINAGAR: All Indian students in Iran, including those studying in Mazandaran, Kish, Ahvaz, Esfahan, Shiraz, Golestan, Tehran, Urumiyeh, Arak and Kerman, are safe, an office bearer of the doctors association said on Monday. Vice President of AIMSA and FAIMA Doctors Association, Dr Mohammad Momin Khan, said he is personally in touch with around 1,500 parents []
JKLA Speaker Reviews Jammu Assembly Complex, MLA Hostel Works
SRINAGAR: Speaker of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, convened a high-level meeting on Monday with senior officials to review the progress of key infrastructure and development works in the Legislative Assembly complex and MLA hostels. The meeting covered the construction of a new Legislative Complex at Jammu, repair and renovation works []
DMA India Urges Early Release of MBBS Final Year Datesheet for Jammu University Students
SRINAGAR: The Democratic Medical Association (DMA) India, a national body representing medical students and doctors across the country, has sought early notification of the MBBS Final Year examination datesheet for Batch-2021 students affiliated with the University of Jammu, citing growing academic uncertainty and stress among students. In a formal representation, DMA India highlighted that the []
J&K Govt Re-Designates IAS Officers Following Promotions By MHA
Jammu, Jan 12: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday issued orders re-designating several IAS officers of the J&K segment of the AGMUT cadre following their promotion to higher scales of the Indian Administrative Service by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. According to Government Order No. 43-JK(GAD) of 2026, dated January 12, 2026 , the re-designations have been made consequent upon the promotion of the officers to the Higher Administrative Grade (Level-15), Super Time Scale (Level-14) [] The post J&K Govt Re-Designates IAS Officers Following Promotions By MHA appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Sinha Attends Kesar Art Circles Golden Jubilee Celebration
SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday urged artists, writers and cultural thinkers to contribute to reimagining Jammu and Kashmir as a hub of artistic excellence, during the Golden Jubilee celebrations of Kesar Art Circle at Kala Kendra, Jammu. Addressing the gathering, the Lieutenant Governor felicitated painter Bhushan Kesar, founder of Kesar Art Circle, lauding []
Bitter Cold Grips Jammu As Day, Night Temperatures Hit Seasons Low; 5 Flights Cancelled
Jammu, Jan 12: Bone-chilling cold tightened its grip on Jammu on Monday as the city recorded the coldest day and night temperatures of the season, disrupting normal life and forcing the cancellation of five flights at Jammu airport due to dense fog and poor visibility, officials said. Jammu recorded a maximum temperature of 9.6 degrees Celsius, nearly eight notches below the seasonal average, while the minimum dipped to 3.4 degrees Celsius, around 3.5 notches below normal, marking the lowest temperature [] The post Bitter Cold Grips Jammu As Day, Night Temperatures Hit Seasons Low; 5 Flights Cancelled appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Senior Advocate Tells Supreme Court Sonam Wangchuk Not Seen in Videos Cited for Detention
SRINAGAR: Senior advocate Kapil Sibal on Monday told the Supreme Court of India that Ladakh based climate activist Sonam Wangchuk does not even appear in the videos relied upon by authorities as grounds for his preventive detention. Appearing before a bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and PB Varale during the hearing of a habeas corpus []
Court Clears BSNL Eviction from SKIMS, Land to Boost Cardiac, Neuro Facilities
SRINAGAR: The Court of the District Magistrate and Deputy Commissioner Srinagar has dismissed the appeals filed by Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited against the eviction order issued by the Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, Soura, clearing the way for recovery of eight kanals of land crucial for the institutes expansion plans. The land, comprising survey numbers []
CM Omar Abdullah Assures BJP MLAs Of Written Update On Status Of Development Projects In Jammu
Jammu, Jan 12: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday assured the opposition BJP MLAs here that each of them would receive a detailed communication on the status of development projects. The assurance was given by Abdullah to the BJP legislators while chairing a high-level meeting to review the overall development scenario of Jammu district, with a focus on expediting key infrastructure projects, improving irrigation facilities, strengthening flood restoration works and ensuring optimal utilisation of funds. Addressing the [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Assures BJP MLAs Of Written Update On Status Of Development Projects In Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Srinagar: Facing mounting criticism over the prolonged delay in appointing the Chairperson of the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE)which in turn delayed the declaration of Class 10th and 12th annual examination resultsthe Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday reconstituted the Search Committee tasked with recommending panels for key academic appointments. According to []
Jammu, Jan 12: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday orders assigninf of interim and additional charges for the post of Chairman JKBOSE and director SCERT. According to a notification issued by the General Administration Department (Services), Mr. Ghulam Hassan Sheikh, JKAS, Secretary, Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE), has been entrusted with the additional charge of Chairman, JKBOSE, as an interim arrangement. The order, issued under sub-section (1) of Section 12 of the Jammu and Kashmir [] The post Govt Assigns Interim Charge Of JKBOSE Chairman To Secretary BOSE, Additional Charge Of JKSCERT Director to DSEJ appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
27-Day-Long Budget Session Of J&K Assembly To Begin On Feb 2; Budget On Feb 6
Jammu, Jan 3: The 27-day-long Budget Session of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly will commence here on February 2, with the Omar Abdullah-led government set to present its budget in the House on February 6. The fifth session of the Assembly, spread over a three-month period, will begin with an address by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on February 2. This will be the second budget of the Omar Abdullah-led National Conference government after assuming office on October 16, 2024, ending [] The post 27-Day-Long Budget Session Of J&K Assembly To Begin On Feb 2; Budget On Feb 6 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Panchayat Advancement Index: Strengthening Data-Driven Decision-Making for rural transformation
Sushil Kumar Lohani, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Panchayati Raj Across Indias villages, a silent but powerful shift is underway. From a panchayat in Maharashtra installing CCTV and streetlights after scoring poorly on the Women-Friendly Panchayat theme to a village in Gujarat launching rapid sanitation drives after weak scores in the Clean & Green Panchayat [] The post Panchayat Advancement Index: Strengthening Data-Driven Decision-Making for rural transformation appeared first on Northlines .
Pt Shiv Kumar Sharma: The Santoor Maestro Who Gave Jammu a Global Voice
By Ravi Rohmetra Jammu, the land of temples and culture, has produced distinguished personalities in every fieldpolitics, academics, social service, journalism, literature, cinema, and music. Among its most illustrious sons stands the legendary Santoor maestro Pandit Shiv Kumar Sharma, a global icon of Indian classical music and a proud son of the Duggar soil. Born [] The post Pt Shiv Kumar Sharma: The Santoor Maestro Who Gave Jammu a Global Voice appeared first on Northlines .
R. K. Bharti: The Voice That History Ignored
By Omkar Dattatray K. Bharti occupies a rare and paradoxical position in the modern intellectual history of Jammu and Kashmir: a figure of profound consequence whose contributions remain insufficiently acknowledged outside discerning literary and journalistic circles. The observance of his death anniversary on January 12, 2026, by the R. K. Bharti Foundation is not merely [] The post R. K. Bharti: The Voice That History Ignored appeared first on Northlines .
Donald Trumps decision on Iran will determine the geopolitics in 2026
The U.S. President has gone berserk giving only threats and talking of deals By T N Ashok NEW YORK: When President Donald Trump speaks of Iran, he no longer discusses deterrence in conventional terms. Gone is the Cold War lexicon of containment, mutual assured destruction, or carefully calibrated signalling. In its place sits [] The post Donald Trumps decision on Iran will determine the geopolitics in 2026 appeared first on Northlines .
Vivekananda: The Power, A Retrospect and the Prospect
Kuldip Khajuria A hundred and sixty four years ago on the twelfth of January was born in Calcutta (now Kolkata), then the capital of India, in an aristocratic family, a lad, Narendranath Datta, who in the thirties of his life conquered the world with love and wisdom as Swami Vivekananda, and left the mortal coil [] The post Vivekananda: The Power, A Retrospect and the Prospect appeared first on Northlines .
Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue: Unlocking Youth Leadership for Viksit Bharat
Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya Indias growth story will be written by those who are shaping its ideas today. Across the country, young Indians are thinking deeply about how India can grow faster, govern better and become developed by 2047. Their ideas are emerging from campuses and communities, start-ups and sports fields, classrooms and village meetings. The [] The post Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue: Unlocking Youth Leadership for Viksit Bharat appeared first on Northlines .
CS Atal Dulloo Sets Feb 15 Deadline To Ensure Functional Girls Toilets In All Government Schools
JAMMU, JANUARY 12: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today reviewed the status of availability and functionality of toilet facilities for girl students in government schools across J&K. The meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary, Public Works Department (PWD), Secretary, School Education Department, the Directors of School Education, Chief Engineers, and other senior officers concerned. During the review, the Chief Secretary assessed the infrastructure created under various schemes aimed at ensuring adequate sanitation facilities for girl students, emphasizing that access to [] The post CS Atal Dulloo Sets Feb 15 Deadline To Ensure Functional Girls Toilets In All Government Schools appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu and Kashmir are inseparable: NC chief over BJP MLAs demand to bifurcate
Jammu: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Monday asserted that Jammu and Kashmir are inseparable, firmly rejecting a recent demand by a BJP leader to grant separate statehood to the Jammu region by bifurcating the Union Territory. The former chief ministers remarks came even as the BJPs JK president Sat Sharma sought to distance the 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 .
Detaining Authority Didnt Apply Mind, Relied On Irrelevant Material: Sonam Wangchuks Wife To SC
New Delhi, Jan 12: Jailed climate activist Sonam Wangchuks wife, Gitanjali J Angmo, told the Supreme Court on Monday that the detaining authority had not not applied his mind and relied on irrelevant material while detaining her husband. She told the court that four videos relied upon by the detaining authority have not been furnished to Wangchuk, which is a violation of his right to effective representation. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal, appearing in the court for Angmo, told a bench [] The post Detaining Authority Didnt Apply Mind, Relied On Irrelevant Material: Sonam Wangchuks Wife To SC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CEC Kargil Welcomes New Ladakh Chief Secretary; Key Developmental Issues Discussed
Kargil, January 12, 2026: Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today welcomed the newly appointed Chief Secretary of UT Ladakh, Mr. Ashish Kundra, at the Council Secretariat, Kargil, and held an introductory meeting with him at the Conference Hall of the Council Secretariat. The meeting was attended by Executive [] The post CEC Kargil Welcomes New Ladakh Chief Secretary; Key Developmental Issues Discussed appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Jammu Fringe Elements Hate Forced Closure Of Medical College: Srinagar MP
Srinagar, Jan 12: National Conference MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi on Monday said the fringe elements in Jammu had fallen to such a level in their hate for minorities that they forced the closure of an educational institution. The remark comes days after the National Medical Commissions abrupt decision to withdraw its letter of permission to the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence in Jammu and Kashmirs Katra. There is a vocal minority (among Hindus) in Jammu who [] The post Jammu Fringe Elements Hate Forced Closure Of Medical College: Srinagar MP appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Lieutenant Governor Attends Kesar Art Circles Golden Jubilee celebration
Jammu, Jan 12: From spiritual, cultural roots to new creative horizons, it is our collective responsibility to reimagine Jammu Kashmir as an art hub. In this endeavour, I hope to see the contribution of painters and writers to build the artistic future of the Union Territory of Jammu Kashmir, the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Monday. He was speaking at the Golden Jubilee celebration of Kesar Art Circle at Kala Kendra Jammu. At the ceremony, the Lieutenant Governor felicitated [] The post Lieutenant Governor Attends Kesar Art Circles Golden Jubilee celebration appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Assembly To Officially Begin 5th Session On Feb 2 With LGs Address
Jammu, Jan 12: The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Secretariat has released the provisional calendar for the 5th Session of the Legislative Assembly of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, outlining an extensive legislative and financial agenda scheduled from February to April 2026. According to the calendar, the session will commence on February 2 with the Lieutenant Governors Address to the House, followed by a multi-day discussion on the Motion of Thanks on the LGs Address and the governments [] The post J&K Assembly To Officially Begin 5th Session On Feb 2 With LGs Address appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ISROs PSLV-C62 Rocket Encounters Anomaly, Deviates From Flight Path, Misses Orbit
SRIHARIKOTA (ANDHRA PRADESH), Jan 12: ISROs PSLV-C62 rocket carrying 16 satellites, including a foreign Earth Observation satellite, encountered an anomaly, the space agency said on Monday, signalling the failure of the mission. Disturbances in the rocket and later deviation from flight path was observed when strap-on motors were providing thrust during the flights third stage to propel the vehicle to the intended altitude, space agency chairman V Narayanan said adding a detailed analysis has been initiated to identify the cause. [] The post ISROs PSLV-C62 Rocket Encounters Anomaly, Deviates From Flight Path, Misses Orbit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Congress Holds Dharna On MGNREGA Issue In Jammu, Says Will Not Allow Its Dilution
Jammu, Jan 12: The Congress held a sit-in dharna in Jammu under the banners of MGNREGA Bachao and Humari Riyasat, Humara Haq, asserting that it will not allow any dilution of the rural employment scheme or compromise the rights of Jammu and Kashmir. The protest, organised as per the directions of the All India Congress Committee (AICC) on Sunday, was led by Pradesh Congress Committee working president and former minister Raman Bhalla and former minister Yogesh Sawhney. Addressing the gathering, [] The post Congress Holds Dharna On MGNREGA Issue In Jammu, Says Will Not Allow Its Dilution appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DRDO successfully tests third-gen MPATGM with top-attack capability
NEW DELHI, Jan 12: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully tested the third-generation fire and forget Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MPATGM) with top attack capability. The flight test was conducted against a moving target in KK Ranges, Ahilya Nagar, Maharashtra on Sunday. In a statement issued here, the Ministry of Defence stated that the indigenously developed MPATGM consists of state-of-the-art technologies such as Imaging Infrared (IIR) homing seeker, all electric control actuation system, fire control system, tandem [] The post DRDO successfully tests third-gen MPATGM with top-attack capability appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
AAP MP Raghav Chadha Turns Into Delivery Agent For A Day, Shares Video Online
New Delhi, Jan 12: Aam Aadmi Party MP Raghav Chadha on Monday shared a video of himself dressed as a Blinkit delivery agent and delivering orders, drawing attention to the daily grind of gig workers and renewing his call for better working conditions in Indias fast-growing quick commerce sector. Chadha posted a video on X with a caption: Away from boardrooms, at the grassroots. I lived their day. The AAP leader said he wanted to step away from policy debates [] The post AAP MP Raghav Chadha Turns Into Delivery Agent For A Day, Shares Video Online appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt Will Continue With Budget Framework Initiated Last Year Despite Fiscal Constraints: CM Abdullah
Jammu, Jan 12: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said that despite fiscal constraints, the government would continue with the budget framework initiated last year, ensure the progress of ongoing schemes, and introduce new initiatives to keep development on track. He also dismissed allegations of discrimination with Jammu over the proposed National Law University (NLU), questioning why similar concerns were not raised earlier when premier institutes like the IIT and IIM were established in the region. Talking [] The post Govt Will Continue With Budget Framework Initiated Last Year Despite Fiscal Constraints: CM Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Democratic Front Founder Bhushan Bazaz Dies At 91
New Delhi, Jan 12: Bhushan Bazaz, noted social and political thinker and founder of the Jammu and Kashmir Democratic Front (JKDF), passed away on Monday after a prolonged illness. He was 91. Son of renowned writer and Kashmir historian Prem Nath Bazaz, he was widely regarded as a consistent and principled Kashmiri Pandit voice advocating brotherhood and Kashmiriyat. He stood throughout his life for peace, reconciliation and dialogue in Jammu and Kashmir. As the founder of the JKDF, he articulated [] The post J&K Democratic Front Founder Bhushan Bazaz Dies At 91 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kulgam Brick Kiln Owners Seek LGs Intervention as Workers Fear Job Losses
SRINAGAR: Brick kiln owners in Kulgam have sought the intervention of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, urging waiver of environmental penalties, extension of operational consents and consideration of their units under the 2008/2009 siting guidelines, warning that delays could threaten the livelihood of thousands of workers. Brick kiln owners of Kulgam []
RDD Transfers 12 Block Development Officers
JAMMU, Jan 12: The Rural Development Department (RDD) of the Jammu and Kashmir Government has ordered the transfers and postings of 12 Block Development Officers (BDOs) and look-after BDOs. The post RDD Transfers 12 Block Development Officers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Police Recover Poppy Straw in South Kashmir, One Arrested
SRINAGAR: Pulwama Police on Monday continued its anti-narcotics drive, arresting one person and recovering poppy straw during a naka checking operation in the Newa area of the district. Pulwama Police said it achieved another success during naka checking at Newa. During the operation, a police party from Police Post Newa apprehended one individual identified as []
Statue Of Unity Replica To Feature At Jammus Upcoming Waste To Wonder Park
Jammu, Jan 12: A 40-foot-high replica of the Statue of Unity, dedicated to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, is being constructed at the upcoming waste to wonder park, a flagship project of Jammu Smart City Limited aimed at combining sustainable waste management with tourism development, officials said on Monday. The park is being developed on about 40 kanals of land along the banks of the Tawi river at Bhagwati Nagar, the base camp of the annual Amarnath Yatra. It will feature replicas [] The post Statue Of Unity Replica To Feature At Jammus Upcoming Waste To Wonder Park appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir Govt Upgrades Pay Scale of Panchayat Secretaries
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Monday sanctioned a substantial pay scale upgrade for Panchayat Secretaries, a move set to benefit thousands of rural development functionaries across the Union Territory. A senior civil administration official said that the pay level for Village Level Workers (VLWs), Multi-Purpose Workers (MPWs) and Gram Sevikasall designated under the []
Aga Ruhullah Alleges RSS-Linked Fringe Forced Closure of Medical College
SRINAGAR: Member of Parliament, Srinagar, Aga Syed Ruhulla, on Monday, accused a vocal fringe element linked to the RSS of communalising the atmosphere in Jammu. He alleged that this group forced the abrupt closure of a premier medical institution to prevent admissions based on merit. The MPs remarks addressed the recent withdrawal of permission for []
Jammu And Kashmir Are Inseparable: NC Chief Over BJP Leaders Demand To Bifurcate UT
Jammu, Jan 12: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Monday asserted that Jammu and Kashmir are inseparable, firmly rejecting a recent demand by a BJP leader to grant separate statehood to the Jammu region by bifurcating the Union Territory. The former chief ministers remarks came even as the BJPs JK president Sat Sharma sought to distance the partys stand from the controversial proposal of Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Sham Lal Sharma recently. Neither Jammu nor Kashmir can be separated [] The post Jammu And Kashmir Are Inseparable: NC Chief Over BJP Leaders Demand To Bifurcate UT appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India faces second highest economic burden due to diabetes: Study
NEW DELHI, Jan 12: India faces the second highest economic burden due to diabetes of USD 11.4 trillion the United States bears the highest costs at USD 16.5 trillion, and China the third at USD 11 trillion, a new study has estimated. Researchers, including those from the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis and the Vienna University of Economics and Business in Austria, calculated the economic impact of diabetes across 204 countries from 2020 to 2050. Global costs [] The post India faces second highest economic burden due to diabetes: Study appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Understanding Salivary Gland Infections
Dr. Sumit Mrig, Director & Unit Head, ENT, Max Smart Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi Many patients frequently complain of pain and recurring swelling at the jaw/ear region when they eat or drink anything. Most of these patients dont realize that these symptoms come from salivary gland infections or Sialadenitis. The positive aspect of [] The post Understanding Salivary Gland Infections appeared first on Northlines .
SKIMS Upgrades Emergency OT with Advanced Surgical Technology
SRINAGAR: The Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences has modernised its Emergency Operation Theatre by installing advanced surgical equipment, a move aimed at strengthening emergency care and enabling faster and safer life saving interventions, officials said on Saturday. Authorities said the upgraded Emergency OT has been equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to improve precision and outcomes in []
Sericulture Employees Protest Proposed Transfer of Alochibagh Land
SRINAGAR: Employees of the Sericulture Development Department, Jammu and Kashmir, on Monday staged a peaceful protest and made a strong appeal to the authorities to immediately halt the demarcation and proposed transfer of Sericulture land at Alochibagh in Srinagar. The protest followed reports that officials of the Revenue Department had initiated demarcation of Sericulture land []
Hong Kong court hearing arguments on sentencing in former publisher Jimmy Lais case
HONG KONG, Jan 12: A Hong Kong court convened a hearing Monday to hear arguments about the sentencing of democracy advocate and onetime media magnate Jimmy Lai and his co-defendants, whose convictions under a national security law could land them in prison for life. Lai, 78, is the founder of the now-defunct Apple Daily newspaper and an outspoken critic of Chinas ruling Communist Party. He was arrested in 2020 under the law imposed by Beijing following massive anti-government protests [] The post Hong Kong court hearing arguments on sentencing in former publisher Jimmy Lais case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UN court to begin hearings on whether Myanmar committed genocide against Rohingya
THE HAGUE, Jan 12: Myanmar will face accusations on Monday that it is responsible for genocide against the Rohingya ethnic minority at the top court of the United Nations, as long-awaited hearings are set to begin. The West African country of Gambia first filed the case at the International Court of Justice in 2019, arguing a so-called clearance operation by Myanmars military in 2017 violated the 1948 Genocide Convention. Myanmar, which has since been taken over by the military, [] The post UN court to begin hearings on whether Myanmar committed genocide against Rohingya appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Restoration work of northern railway track in Sri Lanka begins with Indias assistance
COLOMBO, Jan 12: The restoration of the northern railway track with Indias aid to Sri Lanka has begun in the cyclone-hit island nation, officials said on Monday. New Delhi has extended full assistance for the complete reconstruction of the cyclone-damaged Northern Railway Line from Mahawa Junction to Omanthai. India launched Operation Sagar Bandhu on November 28 to provide relief, recovery assistance and restore connectivity in Sri Lanka. The Ministry of Transport said that the ceremony for the commencement of [] The post Restoration work of northern railway track in Sri Lanka begins with Indias assistance appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mirwaiz Condoles Demise of Bhushan Bazaz
SRINAGAR: Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Monday expressed sorrow over the passing of Pandit Bhushan Bazaz, son of Kashmiri leader and intellectual Pandit Prem Nath Bazaz, describing his demise as a significant personal and collective loss. In a condolence message, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq said Bhushan Bazaz was a close friend of his father and had been []
Malaysia, Indonesia become first to block Musks Grok over AI deepfakes
KUALA LUMPUR (Malaysia), Jan 12: Malaysia and Indonesia have become the first countries to block Grok, the artificial intelligence chatbot developed by Elon Musks xAI, after authorities said it was being misused to generate sexually explicit and non-consensual images. The moves reflect growing global concern over generative AI tools that can produce realistic images, sound and text, while existing safeguards fail to prevent their abuse. The Grok chatbot, which is accessed through Musks social media platform X, has been [] The post Malaysia, Indonesia become first to block Musks Grok over AI deepfakes appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Africas megacity of Lagos reshapes its coast by dredging, puts environment at risk
LAGOS (Nigeria), Jan 12: Beneath an eight-lane expressway, Nigerian men stand waist-deep in the Lagos Lagoon, lowering buckets into murky water. Each load brings up sand, reshaping the coastline of Africas largest city and driving away fish and livelihoods for some of its poorest people. Not far from the bridge, wooden boats are loaded with sand. One of thousands of local dredgers, Akeem Sossu, 34, has been diving for sand for at least three years. He slips beneath the surface [] The post Africas megacity of Lagos reshapes its coast by dredging, puts environment at risk appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Debate, Dissent Part Of Healthy Democracy: VP Radhhakrishnan At JNU
New Delhi, Jan 12: Vice President C P Radhhakrishnan on Monday said that debate, discussion, dissent and even confrontation are essential elements of a healthy democracy, but such processes must ultimately lead to a conclusion. He underlined that once a decision is taken, there must be a collective willingness to cooperate in its implementation to ensure smooth and effective administration. Addressing the ninth convocation of Jawaharlal Nehru University here, he urged the graduating students to dedicate their knowledge and skills [] The post Debate, Dissent Part Of Healthy Democracy: VP Radhhakrishnan At JNU appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
5.4-magnitude quake hits Northwest of Kuril Islands: GFZ
BEIJING, Jan 12: An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.4 jolted Northwest of Kuril Islands at 0152 GMT on Monday, the GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences said. The epicenter, with a depth of 404.9 km, was initially determined to be at 47.51 degrees north latitude and 147.45 degrees east longitude. (UNI) The post 5.4-magnitude quake hits Northwest of Kuril Islands: GFZ appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Internet service in Irans Tehran down for 4th day
TEHRAN, Jan 12: Internet service in Irans capital, Tehran, has been down for more than 70 hours, a Sputnik correspondent reported. Mobile service is intermittent during the day and is shut off at night, with SMS messaging services are also suspended, he said. On January 8, Internet monitoring service NetBlocks said that Iran experienced its first nationwide internet shutdown during the current wave of protests and strikes driven by inflation, declining living standards and falling purchasing power. Protests erupted in [] The post Internet service in Irans Tehran down for 4th day appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Amit Shah pays tributes to Swami Vivekananda, Chhatrapati Shivajis mother Rajmata Jijabai
NEW DELHI, Jan 12: Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tributes to monk and spiritual leader Swami Vivekananda and Rajmata Jijabai, mother of Maratha king Chhatrapati Shivaji, on their birth anniversaries on Monday. Swami Vivekananda was born on January 12, 1863, as Narendranath Dutta in Kolkata. His birth anniversary is celebrated as National Youth Day. In a message posted on X on National Youth Day, Shah said, I bow in reverence to Swami Vivekananda on his birth anniversary and [] The post Amit Shah pays tributes to Swami Vivekananda, Chhatrapati Shivajis mother Rajmata Jijabai appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Congress Chief Kharge Flays MGNREGA Repeal, Accuses Modi Govt Of Favouring Corporates
Bengaluru, Jan 12: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Monday slammed the Centre for repealing the UPA-era MGNREGA and replacing it with a new rural employment scheme, VB-G RAM G. Labelling the BJP anti-people, he accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of handing over the countrys resources to big corporates instead of helping the poor. He added that the Congress partys fight against the central government over the repeal of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act and its demand for [] The post Congress Chief Kharge Flays MGNREGA Repeal, Accuses Modi Govt Of Favouring Corporates appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Venezuelans in US are torn between joy, worry after ousting of Maduro
NEW YORK, Jan 12: In the days since the Trump administration ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in a late-night military raid, Alejandra Salima has spoken to fellow Venezuelan migrants in her role as an advocate. Like her, most voice feelings that seesaw between joy and trepidation, she said. The removal of Maduro is a first step, but were nervous, said Salima, who fled to the US three years ago with her 7-year-old son and assists other Venezuelans at the [] The post Venezuelans in US are torn between joy, worry after ousting of Maduro appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Omar Abdullah Walks to DC Office in Jammu to Chair Review Meeting
SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday reached the Deputy Commissioners Office in Jammu on foot from his residence to chair an official review meeting, officials said. The Chief Minister walked from his residence to the DC Office, drawing attention as he opted to move on foot rather than use a convoy. Officials said the []
Bhumika Realty raises Rs 170 cr to fund project in Faridabad
NEW DELHI, Jan 12: Bhumika Realty has raised Rs 170 crore from a real estate credit platform of Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC and BGO to fund its new mixed-use project in Faridabad. In a statement on Monday, the company said the fund would be used for construction and working capital requirements. Property consultant Cushman & Wakefield facilitated the deal. Faridabad is entering a new phase of organised urban growth, supported by infrastructure and rising end-user demand. Closing financial [] The post Bhumika Realty raises Rs 170 cr to fund project in Faridabad appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K: Night temperatures improve marginally, cold conditions persist
Srinagar, Jan 12: Minimum temperatures across Kashmir recorded a slight improvement last night, even as the Valley continued to reel under intense cold conditions, officials said on Monday The minimum night temperatures across Jammu and Kashmir showed mixed trends, with readings staying close to normal in many areas of the Valley while remaining below [] The post J&K: Night temperatures improve marginally, cold conditions persist appeared first on Northlines .
CM Omar Abdullah Walks To DC Office Jammu To Chair Review Meeting
Jammu, Jan 12: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday reached the Deputy Commissioners Office in Jammu on foot from his residence to chair an official review meeting, officials said. The Chief Minister walked from his residence to the DC Office, drawing attention as he opted to move on foot rather than use a convoy. Officials said the meeting was part of a scheduled administrative review to assess ongoing works and governance-related matters in the Jammu region. Senior civil and police [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Walks To DC Office Jammu To Chair Review Meeting appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Punjab Govt Approaches UK, seeks Bhagat Singhs trial proceedings papers, other material
Chandigarh, Jan 12: The Punjab government has sought the United Kingdoms assistance in procuring films, tapes, and other archival documentation relating to Bhagat Singhs trial proceedings. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann made the request in a letter dated January 9 to British Deputy High Commissioner Alba Smeriglio. It is learnt that original audio/video recordings and archival documentation pertaining to the trial proceedings of Shaheed Bhagat Singh, Shaheed Sukhdev Thapar, and Shaheed Shivaram Hari Rajguru are presently held by concerned authorities in [] The post Punjab Govt Approaches UK, seeks Bhagat Singhs trial proceedings papers, other material appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Marine Commandos Launch Search After Suspected Human Remains Found in Jhelum
SRINAGAR: Marine commandos Monday launched a search operation in the Jhelum River at Gandbal in Srinagar following yesterdays recovery of suspected human remains along the riverbank. The deployment came after locals demanded that specialised marine forces be pressed into service to trace and retrieve the body believed to be linked to the April 2024 boat []
India, Germany to strengthen secure and resilient supply chains: PM Modi
Gandhinagar, Jan 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the Indo-Pacific is a high priority for both India and Germany, and both countries have agreed to launch a consultation mechanism to enhance cooperation in the region and work on a secure and resilient supply chains. Addressing a joint press meet with German Chancellor Friedrich [] The post India, Germany to strengthen secure and resilient supply chains: PM Modi appeared first on Northlines .
Trump Says Iran Wants To Negotiate As Death Toll In Protests Rises To At Least 544
Dubai, Jan 12: US President Donald Trump said Iran wants to negotiate with Washington after his threat to strike the Islamic Republic over its bloody crackdown on protesters, a move coming as activists said Monday the death toll in the nationwide demonstrations rose to at least 544. Iran had no immediate reaction to the news, which came after the foreign minister of Oman long an interlocutor between Washington and Tehran travelled to Iran this weekend. It also remains [] The post Trump Says Iran Wants To Negotiate As Death Toll In Protests Rises To At Least 544 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC Seeks Centres Reply on Plea to Recognize AYUSH Doctors as Medical Practitioners
New Delhi, Jan 12: The Supreme Court on Monday sought responses from the Union ministries of Law, Health and Ayush on a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking a direction to declare AYUSH doctors as Registered Medical Practitioners under the law, at par with allopathic doctors. A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya [] The post SC Seeks Centres Reply on Plea to Recognize AYUSH Doctors as Medical Practitioners appeared first on Northlines .
SC Seeks Responses On PIL Seeking AYUSH Doctors Be Declared As Registered Medical Practitioners
New Delhi, Jan 12: The Supreme Court on Monday sought responses of union ministries of Law, Health and Ayush on a plea seeking a direction to declare AYUSH doctors as Registered Medical Practitioners under the law like allopathic doctors. The PIL also sought a direction to constitute an expert committee to review and update the schedule of a 1954 law, aimed at controlling advertisement of drugs in certain cases in accordance with present-day scientific developments. A bench comprising Chief Justice [] The post SC Seeks Responses On PIL Seeking AYUSH Doctors Be Declared As Registered Medical Practitioners appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Websol to invest Rs 3,538 cr in 8 GW integrated solar manufacturing unit in Andhra
AMARAVATI, Jan 12: Websol Renewable Private Limited will invest Rs 3,538 crore to set up an 8 gigawatt integrated solar manufacturing facility in Andhra Pradesh, strengthening the states push to become a major clean-energy manufacturing hub. The Andhra Pradesh government has approved the greenfield project at MPSEZ-Naidupeta in Tirupati district, which will comprise 4 GW of solar cell capacity and 4 GW of solar module capacity, according to a state government order. The project is expected to generate direct [] The post Websol to invest Rs 3,538 cr in 8 GW integrated solar manufacturing unit in Andhra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Omar interacts with students of India Trek initiative
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday interacted with participants of The India Trek, an initiative of students from top international universities. The India Trek is a student-led international journey bringing together participants from Harvard, MIT and other top global universities to explore Indias diversity and ideas, aimed at fostering deeper engagement, []
PSLV-C62 mission faces anomaly at third stage, analysis in progress: ISRO Chairman
New Delhi, Jan 12: The PSLV-C62 mission, which took off early this morning, has faced an anomaly at the third stage of rocket separation, said ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan, adding that the space agency has launched a probe. The Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) rocket, which was intended to deploy the EOS-N1 Earth observation [] The post PSLV-C62 mission faces anomaly at third stage, analysis in progress: ISRO Chairman appeared first on Northlines .
Nation pays tribute to Swami Vivekananda on National Youth Day
Kolkata, Jan 12 (UNI) Leaders across the country paid glowing tributes to Swami Vivekananda on his 164th birth anniversary, observed as National Youth Day, recalling his timeless message to the youth, his spiritual legacy and his enduring influence on nation-building on Monday. President of India Droupadi Murmu described Swami Vivekananda as a visionary whose ideas [] The post Nation pays tribute to Swami Vivekananda on National Youth Day appeared first on Northlines .
Night Temperatures Rise In Kashmir
Srinagar, Jan 12: Kashmir received some respite from intense cold wave conditions as minimum temperatures rose by a couple of degrees, even as they remained below the freezing point, officials said on Monday. The sub-zero temperatures and clear skies resulted in freezing of parts of the Dal Lake and other water bodies in the valley. Srinagar recorded a minimum temperature of minus 2.4 degrees Celsius on Sunday night, up from the previous nights minus 5.2 degrees Celsius, the official said. [] The post Night Temperatures Rise In Kashmir appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Discover Excellence: Reasons Radisson Blu Kaushambi Deserves Your Stay
Finding the ideal hotel makes travelling a spectacular experience rather than a nightmare. The Radisson Blu Kaushambi is a superior option for tourists seeking quality, comfort, and convenience in the Delhi NCR area. This breathtaking hotel has earned its reputation for its consistent excellence and steadfast commitment to guest satisfaction. Visitors find a place where business and pleasure coincide, whether here for corporate missions, family functions, or sightseeing. The building is evidence that contemporary hospitality can be both elegant and [] The post Discover Excellence: Reasons Radisson Blu Kaushambi Deserves Your Stay appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Retired AIS Officers From J&K Cadre Condole Demise Of G.M. Thakur
SRINAGAR, Jan 12: Retired All India Services (AIS) officers from J&K cadre have condoled the passing away of their former colleague and retired IAS officer, G.M. Thakur of Lasjan, Kashmir. In their condolence message, the AIS officers recalled the services rendered to the public by the late Mr Thakur in various capacities as a senior civil servant and described him as a highly cultured and affectionate colleague. The retired officers expressed deep sympathy with the bereaved family and prayed for [] The post Retired AIS Officers From J&K Cadre Condole Demise Of G.M. Thakur appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dense Fog Hits Jammu, Disrupts Road Movement and Flights
Jammu, Jan 12: A cold morning accompanied by dense fog disrupted normal movement across Jammu on Monday, leading to low visibility and delays in transport services, officials said. The foggy conditions resulted in poor visibility during the early hours, causing thin vehicular movement on city roads as motorists drove cautiously, particularly on major arterial routes [] The post Dense Fog Hits Jammu, Disrupts Road Movement and Flights appeared first on Northlines .
PM Modi, German Chancellor Merz Enjoy Kite Flying At Sabarmati Riverfront In Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad, Jan 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated the International Kite Festival-2026 at Sabarmati Riverfront in Ahmedabad and later enjoyed kite flying with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. After paying tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at the Sabarmati Ashram, PM Modi and Chancellor Merz went to the Sabarmati Riverfront, where the state government has organised the kite festival. At the venue, Modi and Merz interacted with women artisans and understood the process of making kites. After the inauguration, both the [] The post PM Modi, German Chancellor Merz Enjoy Kite Flying At Sabarmati Riverfront In Ahmedabad appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PSLV-C62 Launches Earth Observation Satellite, 14 Others in Years First ISRO Mission
Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh), Jan 12: ISROs workhorse Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV-C62) successfully lifted off from the spaceport here on Monday, carrying an Earth observation satellite along with 14 other commercial payloads for domestic and international customers. The launch, marking ISROs first mission of the year, was undertaken as part of a contract secured by [] The post PSLV-C62 Launches Earth Observation Satellite, 14 Others in Years First ISRO Mission appeared first on Northlines .
J&K: Suspected Pakistani Drones Spotted Along LoC, IB; Searches Launched
Jammu, Jan 12: Security forces detected the movement of suspected Pakistani drones hovering over several forward areas along the International Border (IB) and Line of Control (LoC) in Samba, Rajouri and Poonch districts of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday evening, officials said. Officials said all the flying objects crossed over from the Pakistan side and [] The post J&K: Suspected Pakistani Drones Spotted Along LoC, IB; Searches Launched appeared first on Northlines .
Cold Morning And Dense Fog Disrupt Normal Movement In Jammu, Three Morning Flights Delayed
Jammu, Jan 12: Cold weather conditions prevailed across Jammu on Monday morning as dense fog led to low visibility, affecting normal life and transport movement, officials said. Due to poor visibility during the early hours, vehicular movement on city roads remained thin, with fewer vehicles seen compared to a routine morning. Traffic authorities said motorists drove cautiously as fog reduced visibility across several stretches, particularly on major arterial roads and entry points to the city. Officials said the foggy conditions [] The post Cold Morning And Dense Fog Disrupt Normal Movement In Jammu, Three Morning Flights Delayed appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
I ended eight wars, India and Pakistan were going at it: Trump
Former US President Donald Trump asserts he resolved eight significant conflicts. He specifically claims credit for ending hostilities between India and Pakistan. Trump states this achievement merits a Nobel Peace Prize, contrasting it with Barack Obama's award. He has repeatedly made these claims, though India denies third-party intervention in its disputes.
JAMMU, Jan 12: Vehicular traffic was plying smoothly on both sides of the Jammu Srinagar National Highway on Monday following an improvement in weather conditions, officials said. There was no report of slow movement or congestion on the strategic highway, with traffic moving steadily from both the Jammu and Kashmir ends. Authorities said the improvement in weather has contributed to better road conditions, allowing uninterrupted movement of passenger vehicles as well as essential supply trucks. Officials monitoring the highway said [] The post Traffic Moves Smoothly On Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, Mughal Road Open With Slow Movement Due To Frost appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
