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LG launches helicopter services to boost connectivity, tourism in Ladakh
Excelsior Correspondent LEH, Dec 12: In order to enhance connectivity, promoting tourism and strengthening emergency support for people living in remote areas of the Union Territory of Ladakh, LG Kavinder Gupta inaugurated the newly revised and expanded B-3 Helicopter Services, here today. Speaking on the occasion, the LG said, The improved air connectivity is not merely a convenience but a necessity for many residents. The revised subsidised fares and expanded routes including Leh Kargil, Leh Padum, Leh [] The post LG launches helicopter services to boost connectivity, tourism in Ladakh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Record-breaking Suryavanshi powers India to 234 run win over UAE
DUBAI, Dec 12: Vaibhav Suryavanshi was at his imperious best while smashing a 171 off 95 balls, powering India to a mammoth 234-run win over hosts UAE in the inaugural match of the U19 Asia Cup here on Friday. The 14-year-old from Samastipur, Bihar, unleashed a stunning display of batting, hitting 14 sixes the most by any batter in a single innings in the U19 level en-route to his breathtaking innings. Half-centuries from Vihaan Malhotra (69) and Aaron [] The post Record-breaking Suryavanshi powers India to 234 run win over UAE appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India now home to over 2 lakh govt-recognised startups: Goyal
NEW DELHI, Dec 12 : India is now home to over 2 lakh government-recognised startups, with over 44,000 entities recognised this year alone, the highest in a year since the inception of the Startup India initiative, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Friday. Under the Startup India initiative launched in 2016, the recognised units are eligible to avail incentives such as income tax relief. What makes this success sweeter is that nearly 48 per cent of these startups [] The post India now home to over 2 lakh govt-recognised startups: Goyal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sat Sharma, Mohan Lal call on Dr Jitendra, raise key issues of AkhnoorChhamb region
Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Dec 12:BJP Jammu and Kashmir, president,Sat Sharmaalong with MLA Akhnoor,Mohan Laltoday called on Union Minister of State (independent charge), PMO,Dr Jitendra Singh, and discussed several major developmental issues pertaining toAkhnoor AssemblyandChhamb Assembly constituency with him. The meeting focused on crucial infrastructure needs, border-area connectivity gaps, agricultural concerns and long-pending public demands. During the meeting, the BJP leaders prominently projected the urgent requirement of analternate bridge from Gurah Brahmana to Gurah Pattan, stating that the existing bridge [] The post Sat Sharma, Mohan Lal call on Dr Jitendra, raise key issues of AkhnoorChhamb region appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Over 3,000 drug samples declared not of standard quality in 2024-25: Nadda
NEW DELHI, Dec 3: Of the 1.16 lakh drug samples tested in 2024-25, 3,104 were declared not of standard quality while 245 were found to be spurious or adulterated, Union Health Minister J P Nadda told the Lok Sabha on Friday. Responding to a question, Nadda also informed that of the 1.06 lakh samples tested in 2023-24, 2,988 were not of standard quality and 282 were found to be spurious or adulterated. In 2022-23, 96,173 samples were tested, of which [] The post Over 3,000 drug samples declared not of standard quality in 2024-25: Nadda appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Puri brothers shine at 63rd National Roller Skating Cship
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 12: Kartikeya Puri and Puneesh Puri delivered outstanding performances at the 63rd National Roller Skating Championship 2025, held in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh from December 5 to 15, bringing glory to Jammu & Kashmir. Senior athlete Kartikeya Puri clinched a Gold Medal in the 3000m Road Race, dominating the competition, while Saamrjot Singh (J&K) secured silver and Daikin Mittal (Punjab) took bronze. Kartikeya also earned a Bronze Medal in the highly competitive 500+D Rink Race, showcasing [] The post Puri brothers shine at 63rd National Roller Skating Cship appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG meets families of Nowgams accidental blast martyrs, hands over appointment letters
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 12: The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha met the families of Nowgams accidental blast martyrs in Srinagar today and handed over appointment letters on compassionate grounds. The Lieutenant Governor paid tribute to the martyrs and expressed gratitude to their families. He said the entire nation stands shoulder to shoulder with the families to ensure they live a life of comfort and dignity. The Lieutenant Governor said the whole country is proud of J&K Police for stopping terror [] The post LG meets families of Nowgams accidental blast martyrs, hands over appointment letters appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Human rights part of Indian ethos: Law Minister Meghwal
NEW DELHI, Dec 12 : Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal on Friday said human rights have long formed part of the countrys philosophical and cultural tradition. Addressing an event organised by the Law Commission to mark Human Rights Day, Meghwal spoke about how ideas of human dignity and ethical conduct have been articulated across Indias civilisational journey, drawing from the teachings of thinkers and great leaders such as Mahatma Gandhi, Swami Vivekananda and Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar. To mark the [] The post Human rights part of Indian ethos: Law Minister Meghwal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Police crackdown on vehicles without ownership transfer in Shopian
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 12: Shopian police in south Kashmir today took legal action against 29 two-wheelers and 87 four-wheelers bearing registration number from other states for operating without completing mandatory ownership transfers after sale-purchase. A police spokesperson said special teams were deployed across the district to identify vehicles in violation. During the drive, several vehicles were found operating without proper ownership transfer and mandatory re-registration, in breach of the Motor Vehicles Act. Legal action has been initiated, he said. [] The post Police crackdown on vehicles without ownership transfer in Shopian appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 12: An Over Ground Worker (OGW) was today apprehended by police and a grenade was recovered from him. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp A police spokesman said that he has been identified as Musaib Nazir, resident of Ladoo, Khrew, and was apprehended by Police Station Khrew in Awantipore. A grenade was recovered from his possession. An investigation is underway, he said. The post OGW arrested in Awantipora appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Zulfkar alleges poor services, slow development in Budhal
Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Dec 12: Former minister and BJP vice president for JKUT, Chowdhary Zulfkar Ali on Friday visited several remote and hilly areas of Rajouri district, including Khawas, Udhaan, Gundha, Delhari and Gundi, to assess local issues and interact with residents. During his tour, locals raised multiple grievances such as non-payment of flood relief claims, pending compensation related to the Badhal tragedy, delayed MGNREGA wages and material payments, poor progress under Jal Jeevan Mission, inadequate road connectivity, and shortage [] The post Zulfkar alleges poor services, slow development in Budhal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
HC denies bail in poppy straw smuggling case
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 12: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has declined to grant bail to Abdul Rashid, who is facing trial for allegedly transporting 101 kilograms of poppy straw, a commercial quantity under the NDPS Act. The accused was arrested after a police team at Rakh Barotian intercepted a truck travelling from Jammu towards Punjab in October 2021. Upon checking, the police recovered eight concealed boxes of poppy straw hidden beneath layers of apple and [] The post HC denies bail in poppy straw smuggling case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IndiGo operates over 2000 flights on Friday
MUMBAI, Dec 12: IndiGo said it has operated over 2,000 flights today as per its revised scaled down schedule. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Under the winter schedule, which commenced in the last week of October and will run through the last week of March next year, IndiGo was allowed to operate 15,014 flights per week, or 2,144 per day, on domestic routes. IndiGo has operated over 2,000 flights today, as per its revised scaled-down schedule, the airline [] The post IndiGo operates over 2000 flights on Friday appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Samba police seizes 6 dumpers for illegal mining
Excelsior Correspondent SAMBA, Dec 12: Continuing its drive against illegal mining, Samba police has seized six dumpers in the jurisdiction of Police Stations (PS) Samba and Ghagwal which were being used for illegal transportation/mining of the construction material. A police spokesman said teams headed by SHO PS Ghagwal, in charges of Police Posts (PP) Supwal and Rakh Amb Talli of PS Samba and in charge Police Post, Rajpura of PS Ghagwal while performing patrolling duty in their jurisdictional areas, have [] The post Samba police seizes 6 dumpers for illegal mining appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Thar driver booked for rash driving
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 12: A Thar driver was booked for allegedly hitting an Alto car near Rotary Chowk area here today. On the basis of information received from Police Control Room (PCR) regarding an accident reported near Rotary Chowk area around 3:20 PM and spot verification, owner of a rashly driven Thar vehicle (JK02DP-5666), whose name and residential details were not known immediately, has been booked in case FIR number 142/2025 under section 281 of the BNS registered at [] The post Thar driver booked for rash driving appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
22 egg samples collected in Kashmir
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 12: The Food Safety Department today collected 22 egg samples from multiple locations across Kashmir following allegations that eggs sold in the markets contain residues of carcinogenic veterinary drugs. Officials said a video circulating on social media, naming a particular brand, prompted the Government to intervene and order district-wide sampling as a part of the probe. We are lifting samples from both organised and unorganised sectors. These will be sent for detailed laboratory analysis. Once the [] The post 22 egg samples collected in Kashmir appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Centres Decision to Set up System For Rare Earth Magnets is a Game Changer
By R. Suryamurthy Indias decision to establish a domestic rare-earth magnet industry may seem like a technical footnote in a week crowded with political and economic headlines. In reality, it marks one of the countrys most important strategic turns in years. The Union Cabinets approval of a 7,280-crore scheme to build a complete ecosystem for sintered rare-earth permanent magnets (REPMs) is more than industrial housekeeping. It is New Delhis clearest admission that India can no longer afford to be [] The post Centres Decision to Set up System For Rare Earth Magnets is a Game Changer appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
TVs quality went downhill after shift towards daily soaps: Supriya Pathak
Her quirky portrayal of the naive, dim-witted Hansa Parekh in Khichdi made her a 2000s TV icon, although actor Supriya Pathak now has little interest in television, saying the medium declined once it shifted toward daily-soap formats. Describing her long stint on television from Idhar Udhar (1985) and Ek Mahal Ho Sapno Ka (1999) to Baa Bahoo Aur Baby (2005) and Chhanchhan (2013) as its golden period and something that she is proud of, Pathak lamented that [] The post TVs quality went downhill after shift towards daily soaps: Supriya Pathak appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rs 11,718 cr sanctioned, 30 lakh enumerators to be involved New Delhi, Dec 12: The Union Cabinet on Friday approved Rs 11,718 crore for conducting the 2027 Census, which for the first time will include caste enumeration. Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, cleared the proposal [] The post Cabinet nod for Census 2027 appeared first on Northlines .
Cabinet nod to repeal 71 laws that outlived utility
New Delhi, Dec 12: The Union Cabinet on Friday cleared a Bill to repeal 71 laws which have outlived their utility in the statute books, officials said. Out of the 71 laws, 65 are amendments to principal Acts and six are principal laws. At least one law proposed to be repealed is of [] The post Cabinet nod to repeal 71 laws that outlived utility appeared first on Northlines .
Infiltrator nabbed with modified AK rifle at IB
Jammu Tawi, Dec 12 : The Border Security Force (BSF) foiled an alleged infiltration bid along the Indo-Pak border in Jammu district on Friday and arrested a suspected person with a modified AK-type rifle and ammunition, police officials said. The accused identified as Abdul Khalik was arrested over alleged suspicious movement near the [] The post Infiltrator nabbed with modified AK rifle at IB appeared first on Northlines .
Ensure 100 pc e-KYC for PMUY beneficiaries, says CS
Jammu Tawi, Dec 12:Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired a review meeting on the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) and assessed the LPG stock availability in the Kashmir Valley for the forthcoming winter months. The Chief Secretary reviewed the performance under the first phase of PMUY and directed Deputy Commissioners to intensify [] The post Ensure 100 pc e-KYC for PMUY beneficiaries, says CS appeared first on Northlines .
Disrupt terror funding, counter radicalisation: LG
Meets families of martyrs, hands over appointment letters to NOKs Srinagar, Dec 12:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday met the families of the martyrs who lost their lives in the accidental blast in Nowgam here last month and handed over appointment letters to their next of kin on compassionate grounds. The gesture, LG Sinha said [] The post Disrupt terror funding, counter radicalisation: LG appeared first on Northlines .
J&K begins process for appointment of SEC
Nominates Minister Ittoo as member of selection panel Srinagar, Dec 12:With Lok Bhavan clearing the amendment passed by the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly to enhance the maximum age of the State Election Commissioner, the Jammu and Kashmir government has set the process in motion to appoint the head of the State Election Commissionthe body [] The post J&K begins process for appointment of SEC appeared first on Northlines .
Nation must set collective target to make Bharat powerful: Sinha
Describes General Zorawar Singh as brave warrior, Indias greatest commander Jammu Tawi, Dec 12:Describing General Zorawar Singh as brave warrior, Indias greatest commander and military strategist, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday said that the nation must set a collective target of making Bharat powerful. Paying tributes to Singh, on his Martyrdom Day the Lieutenant [] The post Nation must set collective target to make Bharat powerful: Sinha appeared first on Northlines .
Govt Initiates Process to Appoint New State Election Commissioner
SRINAGAR: With Lok Bhavan clearing the amendment passed by the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly to enhance the maximum age of the State Election Commissioner, the Jammu and Kashmir government has set the process in motion to appoint the head of the State Election Commission, the body mandated to conduct Panchayat and Urban Local Bodies []
Fire Damages Two Residential Houses in South kashmir
SRINAGAR: A massive fire broke out on Friday evening in the Khudwani area of south Kashmirs Kulgam district, causing damage to two residential houses, officials said. An official said that blaze triggered panic in the densely populated locality as flames rapidly engulfed the structures. Fire and Emergency Services and Kulgam Police led by SHO Qaimoh []
Jammu Kashmir Saw Low Spending under National Dialysis Programme Despite Approved Funds
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir recorded consistently low expenditure under the Pradhan Mantri National Dialysis Programme over the past five years despite receiving annual approvals, according to official data presented in the Lok Sabha. Government figures show that the Union Territory did not report any expenditure in 2020-21. In 2021-22, it spent Rs 302.69 lakh against []
J&K Police arrests Terrorist Associate in Awantipora; Grenade recovered
Srinagar, December 12: In a major success against the terror network, J&K Police in Awantipora along with security forces arrested a terrorist associate involved in supporting terror. Acting on credible input about movement of one suspect at Naner Midoora, J&K Police in Awantipora, alongwith with 42 RR and 180 BN CRPF, launched a joint search [] The post J&K Police arrests Terrorist Associate in Awantipora; Grenade recovered appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
NISR Leh Grapples With Over 50 Per Cent Staff Shortage: GoI
SRINAGAR: The National Institute of Sowa Rigpa (in Leh is functioning with about half its sanctioned posts vacant, Union Ministry of Ayush informed the Lok Sabha on Friday. The ministry informed the house that NISR has 56 sanctioned posts of which 27 are filled and 29 positions remain vacantreflecting persistent gaps in faculty and administrative []
North Kashmir: Leopard Attack Leaves Minor Girl Injured
SRINAGAR: A leopard attacked a minor girl in Marsary Chowkibal village of north Kashmirs Kupwara district on Friday evening, leaving her injured. Reports identified the victim as 14-year-old Zeenat Sultan, daughter of Mohammad Sultan, a resident of Marsary Chowkibal. She was immediately taken to SDH Kralpora for treatment and later referred to GMC Handwara for []
Jammu Kashmir Has 28,082 Anganwadi Workers, 27,972 Helpers
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir has 28,082 Anganwadi workers and 27,972 Anganwadi helpers in position, the Centre told Parliament, underscoring the Union territorys sizeable frontline workforce delivering early childhood care and nutrition under Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0. The Ministry of Women and Child Development report says the countrywide network comprises over 1.4 million Anganwadi []
Tribal Affairs Dept to Lead Forest Rights Act Implementation in Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir government has appointed the Tribal Affairs Department as the nodal agency for implementing the Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006, replacing the Forest Department. In a post on X, the Office of the Chief Minister said the decision fulfils a long-pending demand of []
Jammu Kashmir Recorded 684 Cervical Cancer Cases in 2023, Shows National Cancer Registry Data
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir reported an estimated 684 cervical cancer cases in 2023, up from 612 cases in 2019, according to figures tabled in the Lok Sabha by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The data, sourced from the Indian Council of Medical Researchs National Cancer Registry Programme, highlights a steady year-on-year rise in []
JPDCL Announces Scheduled Power Outages Across Multiple Areas
SRINAGAR: The Jammu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (JPDCL) has issued a schedule of planned power interruptions affecting several localities in Jammu and Kathua districts on December 13 and 14, citing essential maintenance works. According to the Chief Engineer (Distribution), JPDCL Jammu, electricity supply to Bharth, Dashnan, Ghat, Bhabore and adjoining areas will remain suspended on []
It is a popular saying that people should learn from the past but it seems that people at helm in Jammu dont believe in this principle as they are least bothered about the probable fate of traffic signals installed in Jammu city. The generation of people in Jammu which still remembers things that used to [] The post Jammus Traffic Crisis Deepens appeared first on Northlines .
Where is Europe placed in the emerging global geopolitics?
Both NATO and EU face existential crisis over Trump doctrine By Nitya Chakraborty For rich European nations, especially the troika Germany, France and Britain, the geopolitical situation that is unfolding in the year 2026 has enough elements of an existential crisis as a result of the announcement of the US policy on global security [] The post Where is Europe placed in the emerging global geopolitics? appeared first on Northlines .
Modernisation of Indian Defence forces is taking place rapidly
Simultaneous need is to properly look after welfare of veterans By Aritra Banerjee Walk into any conversation about veterans welfare today, and you can sense a quiet tension running beneath the surface. It is not anger or disappointment as much as a kind of fatigue. Veterans see reforms moving rapidly on paper. They hear [] The post Modernisation of Indian Defence forces is taking place rapidly appeared first on Northlines .
Bangladesh elections on February 12, 2026 matter a lot to India
Stable Govt in neighbouring country will ensure regional security By Nitya Chakraborty The announcement by the Bangladesh Election Commission on the holding of general elections in Bangladesh on February 12 next year is a major development in the evolving politics of South Asia, especially with respect to India. The EC statement was welcomed by [] The post Bangladesh elections on February 12, 2026 matter a lot to India appeared first on Northlines .
Chief Secretary Reviews PM Ujjwala Yojana Implementation Across J&K
JAMMU, Dec 12: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired a review meeting on the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) and assessed the LPG stock availability in the Kashmir Valley for the forthcoming winter months. The meeting besides Commissioner Secretary, FCS&CA and Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir was attended by Director, FCS&CA, Jammu/Kashmir; and senior officers from Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs), who shared district-wise progress, implementation challenges and preparedness under the newly extended phase of PMUY. The Chief Secretary reviewed [] The post Chief Secretary Reviews PM Ujjwala Yojana Implementation Across J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K: Five Held With 340 Gm Heroin In Jammu Outskirts
Jammu, Dec 12: Police on Friday arrested five alleged members of a drug trafficking network from the outskirts of Jammu city and recovered 340 gm heroin from their possession, officials said. During a routine checking at a naka point at Purmandal Morh, a police team intercepted a Swift vehicle moving suspiciously and signalled it to stop. The police detained the occupants and conducted a thorough search of the vehicle, recovering 340 grams of heroin, officials said. Five persons identified [] The post J&K: Five Held With 340 Gm Heroin In Jammu Outskirts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Kavinder Gupta Launches Expanded Helicopter Services To Boost Connectivity, Tourism In Ladakh
Leh, Dec 12: The Union Territory of Ladakh marked a significant milestone today as Honble Lt Governor Kavinder Gupta inaugurated the newly revised and expanded B-3 Helicopter Services, aimed at enhancing connectivity, promoting tourism, and strengthening emergency support for people living in remote areas of the region. Recognising Ladakhs vast geographical spread, harsh terrain, and challenging weather conditions, the Lt Governor said that improved air connectivity is not merely a convenience but a necessity for many residents. The revised subsidised [] The post LG Kavinder Gupta Launches Expanded Helicopter Services To Boost Connectivity, Tourism In Ladakh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Srinagar, Dec 12: The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha met the families of Nowgams accidental blast martyrs in Srinagar today and handed over appointment letters on compassionate grounds. The Lieutenant Governor paid tribute to the martyrs and expressed gratitude to their families. He said the entire nation stands shoulder to shoulder with the families to ensure they live a life of comfort and dignity. The Lieutenant Governor said the whole country is proud of J&K Police for stopping terror in its [] The post Disrupt Terrorist Financing Pipeline And Effectively Counter The Radicalisation Attempts By Certain Separatist Elements: LG Sinha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Srinagar, 12 December 2025: The Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha met the families of Nowgams accidental blast martyrs in Srinagar today and handed over appointment letters on compassionate grounds. The Lieutenant Governor paid tribute to the martyrs and expressed gratitude to their families. He said the entire nation stands shoulder to shoulder with the families [] The post Lieutenant Governor meets the families of Nowgams accidental blast martyrs and hands over appointment letters on compassionate grounds appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
2 week training for Legal Assistants of Ladakh concludes
JAMMU, DECEMBER 12: Under the patronage of Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh (Patron-in-Chief, J&K Judicial Academy), Arun Palli and guidance of Chairperson and Members of Governing Committee for J&K Judicial Academy, the Jammu & Kashmir Judicial Academy today concluded the two week training programme for Legal Assistants of the Union [] The post 2 week training for Legal Assistants of Ladakh concludes appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Indigenous Zorawar Singh Light Tank To Serve As Force Multiplier For Border Security: LG Sinha
Jammu, Dec 12: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday said an indigenous tank, developed and named after Dogra warrior General Zorawar Singh, will honour his legacy and prove to be a force multiplier for the armed forces. He was paying tribute to Singh on his martyrdom day. According to officials, the Zorawar light tank is Indias first indigenous advanced light tank, developed for high-altitude mountain warfare, especially along the China border. The Lieutenant Governor (LG) said the [] The post Indigenous Zorawar Singh Light Tank To Serve As Force Multiplier For Border Security: LG Sinha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Red Chilli Powder Sample From Patanjali Unit Found Unsafe
SRINAGAR: A red chilli powder sample from a Patanjali Foods manufacturing unit in Uttarakhand was declared unsafe during a 202425 nationwide sampling drive, after pesticide residues were found above the permissible limits, the Health Ministry informed the Lok Sabha on Friday. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, which conducted the testing under its []
Russias central bank to approach court amid EU plans to confiscate frozen assets
MOSCOW, Dec 12: Russias central bank on Friday described the European Unions decision to freeze its assets as illegal actions and threatened to file lawsuits to recover damages. The Bank of Russia intends to recover damages caused to the Russian regulator from the Belgian depository Euroclear and will file a corresponding lawsuit in the Moscow Arbitration Court, a statement from the bank said. The central bank made this decision in connection with the illegal actions of the Euroclear depository, as [] The post Russias central bank to approach court amid EU plans to confiscate frozen assets appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Nepals Karki Government gets four new ministers
KATHMANDU, Dec 12: Nepals Prime Minister Sushila Karki on Friday inducted four new ministers in her cabinet, bringing the strength of the council of ministers to 14. President Ramchandra Paudel administered the oath of office and secrecy to the four newly appointed ministers of the interim government at a ceremony in the Office of the President. The newly appointed ministers are Shraddha Shrestha, Madhav Chaulagain, Rajendra Singh Bhandari and Kumar Ingnam, according to officials at the Prime Ministers Office. Shraddha [] The post Nepals Karki Government gets four new ministers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Leprosy, Malaria and Tuberculosis on Rise in Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir has recorded an increase in cases of leprosy, malaria and tuberculosis over the past three years, according to fresh data presented in the Lok Sabha on Friday. While the Union Territorys leprosy detection rate rose to 0.8 per one lakh population in 2024-25 from 0.42 in 2023-24, malaria cases climbed to []
Silver Prices Hit Record Rs 2 Lakh Per Kg In Futures Trade Amid Strong Global Cues
New Delhi, Dec 12: Silver prices rallied on Friday to breach the record Rs 2 lakh per kg mark in futures trade for the first time, riding on strong investor demand and positive global trends. Rising for the fourth consecutive day, the white metal futures for March delivery appreciated by Rs 1,420, or 0.71 per cent, to touch a lifetime high of Rs 2,00,362 per kg on the Multi-Commodity Exchange (MCX). In the international markets, Comex silver futures rose to [] The post Silver Prices Hit Record Rs 2 Lakh Per Kg In Futures Trade Amid Strong Global Cues appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Second Anniversary Of Ram Temples Consecration To Be Celebrated On Dec 31, Says Trust
Ayodhya, Dec 12: The second anniversary of the consecration of the Ram temple will be celebrated on December 31, with flag hoisting ceremonies planned on the spires of seven sub-temples in the temple complex, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust said on Friday. According to the Trust, this years anniversary will be marked as Pratishtha Dwadashi. A meeting scheduled for Saturday will finalise the framework for the celebration. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath [] The post Second Anniversary Of Ram Temples Consecration To Be Celebrated On Dec 31, Says Trust appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Intruder Along With Weapon Apprehended By BSF At IB Jammu
Jammu: An intruder was apprehended by the Border Security Forces at the International Border in the Pargwal area of Jammu. Officials said that alert BSF personnel manning the IB observed some suspicious movement and apprehended an intruder along with a weapon. Soon after, he was handed over to the police post in Pargwal for further []
Jammu Kashmir: Govt Orders Reshuffle in School Education Department
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Friday ordered the immediate transfer and posting of four senior officers in the School Education Department (SED). According to the official order, Abdul Rashid Mir, serving as the in-charge Principal of DIET Bandipora, has been appointed as the new in-charge CEO Baramulla. He will also hold the additional []
Judicious Use Of Artificial Intelligence Can Be Boon For Healthcare: Dr Jitendra
NEW DELHI, Dec 12 : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology; Minister of State in the Prime Ministers Office, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh today emphasized that judicious use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be a boon for healthcare and pharma sectors, while underscoring the governments strong collaboration with the private sector in emerging biotechnology and gene therapy projects. Addressing the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Pharma & Life Sciences [] The post Judicious Use Of Artificial Intelligence Can Be Boon For Healthcare: Dr Jitendra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Lab Report Triggers Administrative Action on Priyagold Biscuit Batch in Anantnag
Srinaga: Authorities in Anantnag have halted the sale of Priyagold Butter Delite biscuits (Batch No. E25KPO2FB) after a laboratory analysis declared the product unsafe for consumption. The Food Safety Department initiated action following routine inspections during which a sample was lifted by the Food Safety Officer. According to officials, the sample was examined []
BSF Apprehends Armed Intruder Along Jammus International Border
Jammu, Dec 12: Security forces on Friday apprehended an intruder near the International Border in the Pargwal area of Jammu district. A top police officer said that the intruder, identified as Abdul Khalik, was intercepted by Border Security Force (BSF) personnel and was found in possession of a weapon, the officer said. He was subsequently handed over to Police Post Pargwal, under Police Station Khour, for further legal proceedings, the officer added. (KNC) The post BSF Apprehends Armed Intruder Along Jammus International Border appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IUST Professor Named TWAS Visiting Research Professor
Awantipora, Dec 12:Prof. Shakeel Ahmed, Professor at the Centre for Disaster Risk Reduction, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), has been appointed as a Visiting TWAS Research Professor by The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS), where he is an elected Fellow. He will serve at the Department of Geology, University of Zambia, under a [] The post IUST Professor Named TWAS Visiting Research Professor appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
J&K Govt Appoints CEOs In Four Districts
JAMMU: The Jammu and Kashmir Government today ordered the immediate transfer and posting of four senior officers within the School Education Department. As per an order, Abdul Rashid Mir, who was serving as the In-charge (I/c) Principal of DIET Bandipora, has been posted as the new incharge CEO of Baramulla. In addition to his new primary role, Mir will also hold the additional charge of Principal, DIET Sopore. In a similar move, Manzoor Ahmad Najar, the current I/c Principal of [] The post J&K Govt Appoints CEOs In Four Districts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Haj Committee Ladakh Holds Hajj 2025 Feedback Programme in Kargil
Kargil, December 12, 2025: The Haj Committee Ladakh organised a Hajj Feedback Programme for the Hajis of 2025 today at the Conference Hall Baroo, Kargil. The event was aimed at reviewing the facilities and services provided to pilgrims during this years Holy Haj pilgrimage. The meeting was attended by Member Haj Committee Ladakh, Mohd Ali [] The post Haj Committee Ladakh Holds Hajj 2025 Feedback Programme in Kargil appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Security Forces Apprehend Armed Intruder Near IB in Jammu
SRINAGAR: Security forces on Friday apprehended an intruder near the International Border (IB) in the Pargwal area of Jammu district. A top police officer said that the intruder, identified as Abdul Khalik, was intercepted by Border Security Force (BSF) personnel and was found in possession of a weapon, the officer said. He was subsequently handed []
Tribal Affairs Dept Named Nodal Agency For Implementing Forest Rights Act In J&K
JAMMU, Dec 12: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has designated the Tribal Affairs Department as the Nodal Department for implementing the Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006, across the Union Territory. Meanwhile, the Administrative Secretary of the department has been appointed as the Nodal Officer to coordinate with the Ministry of Tribal Affairs for monitoring progress and reporting on initiatives under the Act, including those covered by the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh [] The post Tribal Affairs Dept Named Nodal Agency For Implementing Forest Rights Act In J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Police Conducts Special Drive To Prosecute Vehicles Plying Without Valid Documents
Srinagar, Dec 12: The Jammu and Kashmir Police on Friday launched a special enforcement drive against vehicles operating without mandatory transfer of ownership documents after sale or purchase a move aimed at preventing misuse of non-transferred or non-local registrations. The drive was carried across several districts in the Valley, police said, adding that teams were deployed to identify and impound vehicles that have not been transferred in the name of the new owner after sale, along with vehicles bearing [] The post J&K Police Conducts Special Drive To Prosecute Vehicles Plying Without Valid Documents appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UP court grants conditional bail to Maulana, one other in Bareilly riots
BAREILLY (UP): A court in Bareilly on Thursday granted conditional bail to Ittehad-e-Millat Council chief Maulana Tauqeer Raza Khan and one another, accused of instigating violence in Uttar Pradeshs over I Love Muhammad posters, on furnishing a bond of Rs 1 lakh each. Sub-inspector Komal Kundu of the Mahila Police station had registered a case []
Jammu Kashmir Yet to Operationalise Any of Its 20 Notified Gram Nyayalayas
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir has not operationalised a single Gram Nyayalaya despite notifying 20 such courts under the Gram Nyayalayas Act, 2008, according to new data tabled in the Lok Sabha on Friday. Ladakh, which has notified two Gram Nyayalayas, also reported zero functional courts. The disclosure underscores a continued gap in the rollout of []
Lieutenant Governor pays tributes to General Zorawar Singh on his Martyrdom Day
Jammu, 12th December 2025: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Friday paid tributes to brave warrior, Indias greatest commander and military strategist, General Zorawar Singh, on his Martyrdom Day. General Zorawar Singhs vision inspired generations by igniting passion, guiding people toward a shared vision, courage, purpose and commitment to bigger ideals, the Lieutenant Governor said. [] The post Lieutenant Governor pays tributes to General Zorawar Singh on his Martyrdom Day appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Calibrated approach to be adopted for funding M&A: SBI Chairman
NEW DELHI, Dec 12: SBI Chairman C S Setty has said that the bank would adopt a calibrated approach for funding mergers and acquisitions, which was recently permitted by the Reserve Bank. The bank has always taken a cautious and gradual approach while entering the new verticle of funding mergers and acquisitions in the domestic market, Setty told PTI in an interview. Citing an example of home loan business, he said, even in that secured segment, the bank did not [] The post Calibrated approach to be adopted for funding M&A: SBI Chairman appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
AI wont steal jobs, ours is last generation to have stable, long-term careers: Microsofts Chandok
MUMBAI, Dec 12: Tech giant Microsofts India and South Asia President Puneet Chandok on Friday said artificial intelligence will not steal jobs, asserting that the real pink slip is going to be refusal to learn. However, he said the widespread adoption of new-age technology will unbundle tasks, adding that ours is the last generation to enjoy stable, long-term careers. Will AI steal jobs? I dont think AI will steal jobs. It will dissect jobs. It will unbundle jobs, Chandok [] The post AI wont steal jobs, ours is last generation to have stable, long-term careers: Microsofts Chandok appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Struggling to Buy Diapers Online Quickly and Easily? Discover the Smart Way!
Buying diapers online has become a modern necessity for busy parents who juggle work, household responsibilities, and the needs of a newborn. Having baby essentials delivered directly to their doorstep not only saves time but also significantly reduces stress, making daily parenting routines smoother and more manageable. Digital solutions now allow parents to shop seamlessly, browse carefully curated products, and access everything from diapers and wipes to skincare items, feeding essentials, and bath accessories with just a few taps. Choosing [] The post Struggling to Buy Diapers Online Quickly and Easily? Discover the Smart Way! appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sensex jumps nearly 450 pts on buying in metal shares, positive global trends
MUMBAI, Dec 12: Benchmark stock index Sensex rallied nearly 450 points while broader Nifty closed above 26,000 level on Friday following buying in metal shares and positive global trends. Rising for the second day, the 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 449.53 points or 0.53 per cent to settle at 85,267.66. During the day, it jumped 502.69 points or 0.59 per cent to 85,320.82. The 50-share NSE Nifty surged 148.40 points or 0.57 per cent to 26,046.95. Among Sensex firms, Tata Steel, [] The post Sensex jumps nearly 450 pts on buying in metal shares, positive global trends appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rupee slumps 9 paise to close at all-time low of 90.41 against US dollar
MUMBAI, Dec 12: The rupee depreciated by 9 paise to close at an all-time low of 90.41 against the US dollar on Friday, as uncertainty over the India-US trade deal and persistent foreign fund outflows dented investor sentiment. Forex traders said the rupee is under pressure, largely due to aggressive dollar purchases by importers amid surging global precious metal prices. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 90.43 against the US dollar, then fell further to a [] The post Rupee slumps 9 paise to close at all-time low of 90.41 against US dollar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt Strengthens Framework to Combat Fake News and Deep Fakes across Media Platforms
Govt Steps Up Action Against Misleading Information While Safeguarding Creative Freedom Fact Check Unit of PIB Verifies the Authentic News and Counters Fake News Related to Central Govt New Delhi: Free speech is protected under Article 19(1) of the Constitution. The Government is cognisant of the increasing instances of fake, false, misleading information and AI-generated [] The post Govt Strengthens Framework to Combat Fake News and Deep Fakes across Media Platforms appeared first on Northlines .
South Kashmir: Admin Bars Sale of Biscuits Over Excess Sulphite Levels
SRINAGAR: The Office of the Assistant Commissioner and Designated Officer, Food Safety, Anantnag in South Kashmir on Friday banned the sale of a batch of Priyagold Butter Delite biscuits after laboratory tests confirmed sulphite levels exceeding the permissible limit. The order applies to Batch No. E25KPO2FB and will remain in force until further notice. Officials []
Fire Never Left: Vinesh Phogat Comes Out Of Retirement, Targets LA Olympics
New Delhi, Dec 12: Star Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat on Friday announced that she would be coming out of retirement to take another shot at an elusive Olympic medal at the 2028 Los Angeles Games as the the fire never left her and was merely buried under exhaustion and noise. The 31-year-old had walked away from the sport after the heartbreak of the Paris Games last year, where she was dramatically disqualified for being 100 grams over the permissible weight [] The post Fire Never Left: Vinesh Phogat Comes Out Of Retirement, Targets LA Olympics appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhi Teacher Draws Hundreds in Lal Chowk With Free SSC Books, 800 Kashmiri Students Already Trained
by Babra Wani SRINAGAR: Lal Chowk turned into an unusual academic hotspot on Friday as hundreds of young aspirants gathered to collect free books for competitive exams under an initiative led by well-known Delhi-based SSC educator, Rakesh Yadav. The popular teacher, who has coached lakhs of students across India through his online and offline platforms, []
Centre Likely to Rename MGNREGA as Pujya Bapu Gramin Rojgar Yojna
NEW DELHI: The Union Cabinet is likely to approve the renaming of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) as Pujya Bapu Gramin Rojgar Yojna, official sources indicated on Friday. The government is also set to introduce the Pujya Bapu Gramin Rozgar Guarantee Bill, which will increase the annual guaranteed employment from 100 [] The post Centre Likely to Rename MGNREGA as Pujya Bapu Gramin Rojgar Yojna appeared first on Northlines .
Mexicos tariffs to hit Indias auto, auto components, metal, electronics exports: Experts
NEW DELHI, Dec 12: A decision of Mexico to increase tariffs will severely hit Indias exports of automobiles, auto components, electronics, metals and chemicals to the South American country, experts say. For India, the measures affect nearly three-quarters of its USD 5.75 billion exports to Mexico in FY 2025, fundamentally altering the commercial logic of accessing the Mexican market, they said. Mexicos Senate approved the new tariff measure on December 11, 2025, and it has since been cleared by [] The post Mexicos tariffs to hit Indias auto, auto components, metal, electronics exports: Experts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India, New Zealand discuss ways to fast-track FTA talks
NEW DELHI, Dec 12: India and New Zealand on Friday discussed ways to fast-track negotiations for the proposed free trade agreement (FTA) between the two countries. New Zealand Trade Minister Todd McClay is here to review the progress of negotiations with Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. After the bilateral meeting, Goyal said in a social media post: We discussed key aspects of the India-New Zealand FTA and explored ways to advance the negotiations for the mutual benefit of [] The post India, New Zealand discuss ways to fast-track FTA talks appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Toddler Dies After Falling Into Pond in South Kashmir
SRINAGAR: A three-year-old boy died in Check Chotipora village of South Kashmirs Shopian district on Friday after falling into a pond near his home. Locals rushed to the spot and immediately evacuated the toddler to the District Hospital Shopian. They said the child had slipped into the pond while playing close to the water body. []
Blinking drops as listening gets harder in noisy setting: Study
NEW DELHI, Dec 12: Blinking less in noisy setting could mean the brain is working harder to understand speech, according to a study, hinting that the act of blinking reflects mental effort exerted during everyday listening. Two experiments, described in a paper published in the journal Trends in Hearing, showed how blinking patterns changed in response to stimuli under differing conditions changes in lighting did not appear to have an impact. Researchers from Concordia University in Canada monitored [] The post Blinking drops as listening gets harder in noisy setting: Study appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Sinha Pays Tribute to General Zorawar Singh on Martyrdom Day
Jammu, Dec 12: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday paid rich tributes to General Zorawar Singh, describing him as Indias greatest warrior, commander and military strategist, on his Martyrdom Day. He said General Zorawar Singhs vision had inspired generations with courage, purpose and commitment to higher ideals. Speaking at a commemorative event in Jammu, the [] The post LG Sinha Pays Tribute to General Zorawar Singh on Martyrdom Day appeared first on Northlines .
PRIYAGOLD Butter Delite Biscuits Declared Unsafe; Anantnag Authorities Impose Immediate Ban
Anantnag, Dec 12: The Food Safety Department Anantnag has imposed a strict ban on the sale of PRIYAGOLD BUTTER DELITE biscuits (Batch No. E25KPO2FB) after laboratory tests confirmed the product to be unsafe for consumption. According to the Designated Officer, Food Safety Anantnag, the action follows the sampling of the biscuit brand by the Food Safety Officer during routine market inspections. The sample was sent to the National Food Laboratory, Ghaziabad, where analysts, in Report No. JK-665/DEC/25/786 dated 05-12-2025, detected [] The post PRIYAGOLD Butter Delite Biscuits Declared Unsafe; Anantnag Authorities Impose Immediate Ban appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Loses 7,000 Waqf Properties: Mehbooba Mufti Calls It Latest Blow Against Muslims
SRINAGAR, Dec 12: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) supremo Mehbooba Mufti on Friday said Jammu and Kashmir lost over 7,000 registered Waqf properties in a year, terming it as the latest blow against Muslims. The PDP chief took to X, Over 3.55 lakh Waqf properties are missing nationwide, with Jammu and Kashmir alone losing 7,240 entries in the new UMEED database. These gaps raise serious questions about transparency and protection of Waqf assets. With a pattern of violence, demolitions and [] The post J&K Loses 7,000 Waqf Properties: Mehbooba Mufti Calls It Latest Blow Against Muslims appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Sinha Pays Tributes To General Zorawar Singh On His Martyrdom Day
Jammu, Dec 12: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday paid tributes to brave warrior, Indias greatest commander and military strategist, General Zorawar Singh, on his Martyrdom Day. General Zorawar Singhs vision inspired generations by igniting passion, guiding people toward a shared vision, courage, purpose and commitment to bigger ideals, the Lieutenant Governor said. Addressing a commemorative event in Jammu, the Lieutenant Governor spoke on General Zorawar Singhs monumental military campaigns in Ladakh, Baltistan, Gilgit, and Skardu, and highlighted his pivotal [] The post LG Sinha Pays Tributes To General Zorawar Singh On His Martyrdom Day appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Make in India: PT Usha calls on govt. to promote manufacturing of anti-doping kits in India
New Delhi, Dec 12: Indian Olympic Association President (IOA) and Rajya Sabha member P T Usha on Friday urged the central government to promote production of indigenous anti-doping testing kits under the Make in India initiative, saying that it will not only reduce cost but also increase transparency. Usha raised the issue in Rajya Sabha and said that having to import testing kits causes delayed results and dependency on external agencies. Two Swiss companies, Berlinger and LockCon, are the major [] The post Make in India: PT Usha calls on govt. to promote manufacturing of anti-doping kits in India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Infrastructure expansion gave big boost to spiritual tourism in country: Shekhawat
New Delhi, Dec 12: The expansion of roadways and other travel-related infrastructure in the country in the past 11 years has given a big boost to spiritual tourism, Union minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said on Friday. Addressing a press conference at his residence, he also shared some data on the augmentation in the lengthening of four-lane roads and other highways over the past decade. The Union minister, who holds the portfolios of culture and tourism, said before 2014, the total [] The post Infrastructure expansion gave big boost to spiritual tourism in country: Shekhawat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
President Murmu Urges All Communities In Manipur To Support Efforts For Peace, Reconciliation
Imphal, Dec 12: President Droupadi Murmu on Friday called on all the communities of Manipur to continue the efforts for peace, understanding, and reconciliation and said that the Union government is committed to the well-being and progress of the people of the state. Speaking at a reception programme in Senapati district, Murmu expressed her happiness to be in the district which has a proud tribal heritage. She said, Today the nation commemorates the Nupi Lal Memorial Day, which is the [] The post President Murmu Urges All Communities In Manipur To Support Efforts For Peace, Reconciliation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Multiple Amritsar Schools Receive Bomb Threats, Students Evacuated
Amritsar, Dec 12: Several schools here received bomb threat emails on Friday, triggering the evacuation of students and prompting the authorities to launch anti-sabotage checks. Panic-stricken parents rushed to schools to pick up their children while the district administration ordered the closure of all schools across Amritsar. Some schools across the city and rural belt have received a suspicious email. A Gazetted Officer is deployed at each school and anti-sabotage checks are underway. The Cyber Police Station is tracking on [] The post Multiple Amritsar Schools Receive Bomb Threats, Students Evacuated appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indias EV battery demand to rise multifold to 256.3 GWh by 2032: Report
NEW DELHI, Dec 12: Indias electric vehicle (EV) battery market demand will surge from 17.7 GWh in 2025 to a staggering 256.3 GWh by 2032, according to a Customized Energy Solutions (CES) report on Friday. This explosive growth is driven by Indias push toward electrification, with rising fuel prices, strong consumer demand, rapid model launches, and robust policy support, all converging to create a unique growth environment, the 2025 EV Battery Technology Review Report said. It notes that a [] The post Indias EV battery demand to rise multifold to 256.3 GWh by 2032: Report appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
RE adoption rises in Indian textile sector, but intensity-related challenges persist: Report
NEW DELHI, Dec 12: Renewable energy adoption has gained momentum in the Indian textile industry, but intensity-related challenges still persist, stated an ICRA ESG Ratings Report. A new report by ICRA ESG Ratings Ltd shows a steady increase in renewable energy adoption among Indian textile companies, even as energy use per unit of revenue, has also increased, an ICRA statement said. The findings are based on a review of 19 major textile firms, including Page Industries Ltd, Welspun Living [] The post RE adoption rises in Indian textile sector, but intensity-related challenges persist: Report appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
