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Dr Jitendra inaugurates Future Skills Centre in Parul University, underlines Govt supported ecosystem

Excelsior Correspondent VADODARA (GUJARAT), May 8 :Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh today inaugurated Lakshya 2047 Centre for Future Skills, Cadaveric Centre and Advanced Medical Simulation facilities at Parul University here. Speaking on the occasion, Dr Jitendra Singh said India is moving at a very fast pace in emerging technologies including Quantum, Artificial Intelligence, Semiconductors and Deep-Tech, with the countrys [] The post Dr Jitendra inaugurates Future Skills Centre in Parul University, underlines Govt supported ecosystem appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 5:00 am

SMVDUs School of Business organizes interactive session

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 8: SMVDUs School of Business organized an insightful session by Neetu Dhar, Chairperson of Jammu Pariyatan Vikas Cooperative Ltd and Director of Unati Agri and Allied Multistate Cooperative Ltd. Prof. Ashutosh Vashishtha and Prof. Suparn Kumar Sharma welcomed the resource person. Addressing the participants, Neetu Dhar explained how SHGs functions as a strong grassroots mechanism for poverty alleviation by encouraging savings, credit access, collective decision-making and self-reliance among women. She emphasized the Government of Indias commitment [] The post SMVDUs School of Business organizes interactive session appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 5:00 am

NHPC starts operation of fourth unit of Subansiri LHP

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 8: NHPC Limited, a Navratna PSU under the Ministry of Power today announced the commercial operation of the fourth unit (Unit # 4 of 250 MW) of its 2000 MW (8250 MW) Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project (LHP), located in Arunachal Pradesh and Assam. The unit commenced commercial operation adding 250 MW of clean energy to the national grid. On this occasion, Bhupender Gupta, CMD, NHPC expressed his gratitude to the Ministry of Power, Government of India [] The post NHPC starts operation of fourth unit of Subansiri LHP appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 5:00 am

Bengal from ideology to aspiration

Ashok Ogra ashokogra@gmail.com For a long time, the Bengali voter has been associated with a strong cultural orientation-often identifying more with culture,debate and political engagement than being defined primarily through a religious lens. Material ambition and overt displays of wealth were also often viewed with some restraint. Politics in Bengal has not been confined to formal institutions; it has also found expression in literature, theatre, music and everyday conversation. This helps explain the continued popularity of literary and film festivals, [] The post Bengal from ideology to aspiration appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 4:59 am

BJP reviews ULB organizational expansion, focuses on grassroots connectivity

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 8 : To discuss organizational strengthening, expansion of grassroots outreach and enhancement of public connectivity through local body units across the Union Territory, J&K BJP Urban Local Body Cell organized an important meeting, here today. J&K BJP president and Member Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma accompanied by General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, General Secretary Baldev Singh Billawaria, All Cells Incharge Ved Sharma, All Cells Co-Incharge Munish Khajuria, Urban Local Body Cell Convenor Pawan Singh and Co-Convenor [] The post BJP reviews ULB organizational expansion, focuses on grassroots connectivity appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 4:59 am

CM interacts with public representatives, deputations; discusses public issues

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 8: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today met several public representatives, various deputations and individuals at his Public Services & Outreach Office Raabita here and discussed a range of public welfare and developmental issues concerning Jammu & Kashmir. MLA Zadibal, Tanvir Sadiq, called on the Chief Minister and discussed issues related to parks and gardens in his constituency. MLA Banihal, Sajad Shaheen, also raised several issues of public importance concerning his constituency. Former Minister Javid Mustafa Mir [] The post CM interacts with public representatives, deputations; discusses public issues appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 4:58 am

Delegation calls on LG

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, May 8: A joint delegation of Nirbhay Bharat Foundation and Sarhad NGO headed by Tarun Uppal called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, today. The post Delegation calls on LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 4:57 am

NC wont allow Urdus centrality in J&K to be undermined: Dr Farooq

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 8: National Conference (NC) president Dr Farooq Abdullah today called out forces stoking controversy over the Urdu language, saying the party remains steadfast in defending Urdus cultural, administrative, and religious centrality in Jammu and Kashmir. In a statement issued from the party headquarters Nawa-e-Subha, he said the forces attempting to manufacture outrage over the issue are doing so to camouflage their own historic blunders and political failures, asserting that the people of J&K are fully aware [] The post NC wont allow Urdus centrality in J&K to be undermined: Dr Farooq appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 4:56 am

CS reviews framework for treatment, reintegration, livelihood support

J&K to roll out rehabilitation plan for drug abuse victims Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 8: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired a meeting of the concerned Administrative Secretaries to deliberate upon the comprehensive rehabilitation plan for victims of drug abuse prepared by the Social Welfare Department in consultation with various Government departments and stakeholders. The meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary, Finance; Principal Secretary, Home; Commissioner Secretary, General Administration Department; Commissioner Secretary, Social Welfare Department; Commissioner Secretary, School Education [] The post CS reviews framework for treatment, reintegration, livelihood support appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 4:55 am

Partnerships critical for progress in tough world: EAM Jaishankar

PARAMARIBO, May 8: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stressed the critical role of partnerships in achieving progress in a tough world, and underlined Indias role as a trusted partner in the global context. Jaishankar made the remarks while addressing representatives from sections of Surinamese society on the theme Partnership for Progress in Paramaribo on Thursday. The minister is here on the second leg of his three-nation Caribbean visit. Made the case that a tough world nevertheless requires progress. And that [] The post Partnerships critical for progress in tough world: EAM Jaishankar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 4:30 am

China confirms its support to Pakistan during four-day conflict with India

BEIJING, May 8 : China, for the first time, has confirmed that it provided on-site technical support to Pakistan during the four-day conflict with India last year, official media reports here said. Chinas state broadcaster CCTV on Thursday aired an interview with Zhang Heng, an engineer from the Aviation Industry Corporation of Chinas (AVIC) Chengdu Aircraft Design and Research Institute, a key developer of Chinas advanced fighter aircraft and unmanned aerial vehicle design. Zhang had provided technical support to Pakistan [] The post China confirms its support to Pakistan during four-day conflict with India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 4:29 am

India, Singapore resolve to jointly target terror financing, radicalisation

SINGAPORE, May 8 : India and Singapore have vowed to jointly work to combat the challenge of terrorism including cross-border movement of terrorists, radicalisation, and financing of terrorism. Both sides deliberated on bolstering their anti-terror cooperation at the fifth meeting of their Joint Working Group (JWG) on combating terrorism and transnational crime, held in New Delhi on Thursday. According to a joint press release, the JWG unequivocally and strongly condemned terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including cross-border terrorism [] The post India, Singapore resolve to jointly target terror financing, radicalisation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 4:29 am

CM-elect Adhikari stakes claim to form Bengals first BJP govt

KOLKATA, May 8 : West Bengal chief minister-elect Suvendu Adhikari on Friday evening met Governor RN Ravi and staked a claim to form the first BJP-led government in the state. Adhikari reached Lok Bhavan barely two hours after being elected leader of the BJP legislature party at a meeting chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The CM-elect was accompanied by several top leaders of the BJP, including Union ministers Bhupendra Yadav, Sukanta Majumdar and Santanu Thakur, Odisha Chief Minister [] The post CM-elect Adhikari stakes claim to form Bengals first BJP govt appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 4:28 am

A massive 11,000-carat ruby unearthed in Myanmars war-scarred gemstone heartland

BANGKOK, May 8: Miners in Myanmar have discovered a rare ruby of enormous size, considered to be the second-largest by weight ever found in the conflict-battered Southeast Asian nation, state media reported Friday. The ruby, measuring 11,000 carats (2.2 kilograms, or 4.8 pounds), was unearthed near the town of Mogok, in the upper Mandalay region, the heartland of the lucrative gem-mining industry that has recently experienced intense fighting in the countrys wide-ranging civil war. According to a report from the [] The post A massive 11,000-carat ruby unearthed in Myanmars war-scarred gemstone heartland appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 4:27 am

Rajnath to top commanders: Outmaneuver adversaries with strategic surprise

JAIPUR, May 8 : Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday directed the top military commanders of the three services to integrate an element of surprise into modern warfare to outmaneuver Indias adversaries and bolster strategic posture. In his address at the joint commanders conference in Jaipur, Singh also described the Operation Sindoor as a testament to the swift, precise, and joint response of the Indian armed forces to safeguard national interests and called upon the military to remain ready to [] The post Rajnath to top commanders: Outmaneuver adversaries with strategic surprise appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 4:26 am

Intelligence Without Imagination

A new analysis tracking nearly 7,000 scientific abstracts submitted to the prestigious journal Organisation Science has confirmed what many quietly suspected: since ChatGPT arrived uninvited to the scholarly table in November 2022, AI-assisted writing has surged by 42 per cent, whilst the quality of research submissions has measurably declined. The numbers are damning, but the deeper malaise they point to is far more troubling than any statistic. Let us be precise about what a Large Language Model actually does. It [] The post Intelligence Without Imagination appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 4:10 am

3 drown in Jhelum while washing tents in Hajin

LG, CM express grief Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 8: At least three young men drowned in River Jhelum in Bandipora district today after slipping into the water while washing tent equipment near the Check Chandergeer area of Hajin town. CLICK HERE TO WATCH VIDEO The deceased were identified as Adil Ahmad Dar, 18, son of Bashir Ahmad Dar; Sameer Ahmad Dar, 22, son of Mohammad Jamal Dar; and Sohail Ahmad Dar, 22, son of Ghulam Nabi Dar, all residents of [] The post 3 drown in Jhelum while washing tents in Hajin appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 4:09 am

UAEs Opec Exit, Higher Oil Risks Strategic Warning for India

Shivaji Sarkar None, not even US analysers, expected that a non-descript war with a small country like Iran could change the global energy scenario, that America is keen on monopolising. The US plans a conflict decades before as it had envisioned the 1969 Camp David accord with Egypt in a 1951 US congressional study. In 2026, its battle for supremacy is deeply hurt by Iranian strategies and devastation of the US assets in 13 the Gulf countries. Now the OPEC [] The post UAEs Opec Exit, Higher Oil Risks Strategic Warning for India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 4:09 am

No Eknath Shinde in NC, party legislators united: Omar

BJP obstructing governance in J&K Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, May 8: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said that his party legislators are firmly with the National Conference (NC) and accused Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of hoping for Eknath Shindes type of split in his party. CLICK HERE TO WATCH VIDEO Omars remarks came after comments by the senior BJP leader and leader of opposition in Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, Sunil Sharma, that the saffron partys next target is J&K and suggested [] The post No Eknath Shinde in NC, party legislators united: Omar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 4:08 am

Suvendu Adhikari stakes claim to form Govt

KOLKATA, May 8 : West Bengal Chief Minister-elect Suvendu Adhikari on Friday evening met Governor RN Ravi and staked a claim to form the first BJP-led Government in the state. Adhikari reached Lok Bhavan barely two hours after being elected leader of the BJP legislature party at a meeting chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. CLICK HERE TO WATCH VIDEO The CM-elect was accompanied by several top leaders of the BJP, including Union Ministers Bhupendra Yadav, Sukanta Majumdar and [] The post Suvendu Adhikari stakes claim to form Govt appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 4:07 am

IIT Jammu hosts science learning visit for school students

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 8: The Outreach Department of Indian Institute of Technology Jammu organized an educational visit for 92 students of Classes XI and XII from Aryan Public School along with their escorts, offering them firsthand exposure to advanced scientific and research facilities on campus. The initiative aimed to nurture scientific curiosity among young learners and familiarize them with academic and research environments at an early stage. The programme was conducted under the guidance of Prof Manoj Singh Gaur, [] The post IIT Jammu hosts science learning visit for school students appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 4:07 am

Outmaneuver adversaries with strategic surprise: Rajnath

JAIPUR, May 8: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday directed the top military commanders of the three services to integrate an element of surprise into modern warfare to outmaneuver Indias adversaries and bolster strategic posture. In his address at the joint commanders conference in Jaipur, Singh also described the Operation Sindoor as a testament to the swift, precise, and joint response of the Indian armed forces to safeguard national interests and called upon the military to remain ready to deal [] The post Outmaneuver adversaries with strategic surprise: Rajnath appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 4:06 am

Selection trials for 79th Senior National Aquatic Cship on May 16

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, May 8: The Jammu & Kashmir Swimming Association has announced selection trials for the 79th Senior National Aquatic (Men & Women) Championships 2026, which will be held on May 16, 2026 at Jodhamal Public School Jammu swimming pool. The national championship is scheduled to be conducted from June 16 to 21, 2026 at Aquatic Complex, Veer Savarkar Sports Complex, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, under the aegis of the Swimming Federation of India and organised by the Gujarat State [] The post Selection trials for 79th Senior National Aquatic Cship on May 16 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 May 2026 4:06 am

Rs 6.5 crore drug assets attached in Anantnag: Police

Srinagar: Properties worth over Rs 6.5 crore, allegedly acquired through illicit drug trafficking, were on Friday attached in the Anantnag district, making it the single largest attachment under the NDPS Act in Jammu and Kashmir, police said. In continuation of its sustained and aggressive crackdown against the narcotics network, the Anantnag police initiated seizure proceedings []

Kashmir Reader 9 May 2026 12:39 am

Why demolish fathers property for sons fault: Minister Itoo

Says drug abuse more in Jammu but coercive action focused on Valley Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Health Minister Sakina Itoo on Friday said demolishing properties under the garb of fighting drug menace should be stopped. The minister also claimed that while drug abuse was more prevalent in the Jammu region, the focus of coercive action []

Kashmir Reader 9 May 2026 12:38 am

Bulldozer police officers who allow drug trafficking: MP Ruhullah

Srinagar: Lok Sabha MP Ruhullah Mehdi on Friday said action should be taken against those police officers in whose jurisdictions drug trafficking takes place in Jammu and Kashmir. Speaking to reporters here, Mehdi, the National Conference (NC) MP from Srinagar, also said drug trafficking cannot take place without the connivance of some officials in the []

Kashmir Reader 9 May 2026 12:38 am

Three youth drown in Jhelum; Pall of gloom descends over Hajin

Bodies recovered after massive rescue op CM, LG, political leaders express grief Bandipora: A pall of gloom descended over Hajin town in north Kashmirs Bandipora district on Friday after three young men drowned in the river Jhelum while washing tent equipment near Check Chandergeer area. The tragic incident triggered scenes of mourning across the locality []

Kashmir Reader 9 May 2026 12:37 am

Theres no Eknath Shinde in NC; all our MLAs stand firmly with party: Omar

Says LoP impatient to occupy CMs chair Claims BJP wont restore statehood until it forms govt in J&K Accuses opposition of blackmail politics Srinagar: There is no Eknath Shinde in the National Conference and all its legislators stand firmly with the party, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said on Friday. The CM alleged that the Bharatiya []

Kashmir Reader 9 May 2026 12:36 am

FCIK outlines six key contours for New Industrial Policy

Interacts with govt-constituted drafting committee Srinagar: In a significant push for a comprehensive reset of Jammu & Kashmirs industrial landscape, the Valleys apex industrial body, the Federation of Chambers of Industries Kashmir (FCIK), on Friday outlined six core contours which, in its view, should guide the forthcoming Industrial Policy and the institutional mechanism for effective []

Kashmir Reader 9 May 2026 12:36 am

Govt committed to balanced, efficient public transport system: Minister

Transporters demand one person, one registration for e-rickshaws Committee to examine Smart City bus routes beyond Sgr limits Srinagar: Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, Youth Services & Sports, Information Technology, and Science & Technology, Satish Sharma, on Friday chaired a comprehensive meeting with the representatives of transport associations and unions of []

Kashmir Reader 9 May 2026 12:35 am

J&K to roll out long-term rehabilitation plan for drug abuse victims

CS reviews framework for treatment, reintegration, livelihood support Srinagar: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Friday chaired a meeting of the concerned Administrative Secretaries to deliberate upon the comprehensive rehabilitation plan for victims of drug abuse prepared by the Social Welfare Department in consultation with various government departments and stakeholders. The meeting was attended by Additional []

Kashmir Reader 9 May 2026 12:34 am

Dr. Somdev Bhardwaj delivers lecture at CUK

GANDERBAL: Dr. Somdev Bhardwaj, organizing secretary, Vigyan Bharati (North India), delivered an insightful lecture on Indian Knowledge Tradition and Earth Conservation at the Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir). Vice-Chancellor, Prof. A. Ravindar Nath, along with faculty members, research scholars, and students were present during the lecture held on World Earth Day. In his address, Dr. []

Kashmir Reader 9 May 2026 12:14 am

Officials found holidaying at multi-sport events will be called back: Ministry tells NSFs

NEW DELHI: Indias sports administrators have been warned that those who treat multi-sport events as paid holidays would be called back midway from these competitions to ensure that athletes do not suffer because of their lackadaisical attitude. With the country gearing up for the upcoming Commonwealth Games (July-August in Glasgow) and the Asian Games (September-October []

Kashmir Reader 9 May 2026 12:05 am

NMBA activities continue across Pulwama with awareness, sports progs

PULWAMA: As part of the ongoing 100-day campaign under the Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyan, a series of awareness and outreach activities were conducted on Friday across District Pulwama to spread awareness against drug abuse and promote a healthy and drug-free society. A mega awareness programme was organised at Panchayat Halqa Machama Tral with []

Kashmir Reader 9 May 2026 12:02 am

Community participation key to drug-free society: Sheetal Nanda

Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyan REASI: In an effort to spread awareness about the ill effects of drug abuse and make Reasi a drug-free district, the district administration today organised a mega awareness programme under the Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyan at the Deputy Commissioners Office Complex. Commissioner Secretary, Forest, Ecology and Environment, Sheetal Nanda, was []

Kashmir Reader 9 May 2026 12:01 am

Where did Kohinoor come from? Scientists have a unique big diamond theory

NEW DELHI: A new scientific study exploring the mysterious origins of some of the worlds largest diamonds is raising an intriguing question: could legendary gems such as the Kohinoor have formed deep within strange iron-rich regions hidden inside Earth? While the research did not specifically study the Kohinoor diamond, scientists say the findings may help []

Kashmir Reader 8 May 2026 11:59 pm

Unidentified Body Recovered from Canal in Ganderbal

SRINAGAR: An unidentified body was recovered from an agricultural irrigation canal in the Thuru area of Yanhama in central Kashmirs Ganderbal district on Friday evening. According to reports, local residents spotted the body floating in the canal and informed the police. Soon after receiving the information, a police team reached the spot and retrieved the []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 10:52 pm

37 Junior Secretariat Assistants Deputed For IMPARD Training Course: Govt

Srinagar, May 8: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has deputed 37 Junior Secretariat Assistants of the J&K Secretariat (Subordinate) Service for undergoing the J&K Secretariat Assistants Training Course at the Institute of Management, Public Administration and Rural Development (IMPARD) campuses in Jammu and Srinagar. According to Government Order No. 874-JK(GAD) of 2026 dated May 7, the training programme will be conducted for a period of two months from May 11 to July 9, 2026. The order issued by the General [] The post 37 Junior Secretariat Assistants Deputed For IMPARD Training Course: Govt appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 8:37 pm

Delhi CBI Court Allows Army Officer Accused Of Bribery To Operate Seized Bank Accounts

NEW DELHI, May 8: A CBI court here has allowed Lt Col Deepak Kumar Sharma accused of taking a bribe of Rs 3 lakh from a Dubai-based company to operate his four savings bank accounts in Jammu, saying the seizure cannot be an act in perpetuity to authorise the probe agency to bypass the law. Special Judge Gagandeep Singh was hearing Sharmas application for defreezing his bank accounts and a locker. The plea said that he had been granted bail [] The post Delhi CBI Court Allows Army Officer Accused Of Bribery To Operate Seized Bank Accounts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 8:24 pm

Infiltration, cattle smuggling will become impossible in Bengal under BJP: Shah

KOLKATA: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said infiltration and cattle smuggling would become impossible in West Bengal under the BJP government, as he formally announced Suvendu Adhikari as the leader of the BJP legislature party and the partys chief ministerial face. Addressing BJP MLAs and senior leaders at a charged legislature party meeting []

Kashmir Reader 8 May 2026 8:14 pm

J-K: Army, civil administration rescue 20 stranded tourists in Gulmarg

SRINAGAR: Army and civil administration on Friday rescued 20 tourists, including eight children, from the higher reaches of Gulmarg in Jammu and Kashmir after they got stranded due to a technical snag in a private helicopter, officials said. The tourists six men, six women and eight children had travelled to the snow-bound area []

Kashmir Reader 8 May 2026 8:09 pm

CM Appreciates Army, Civil Admin For Rescuing Tourists Stranded After Helicopter Glitch In Gulmarg

SRINAGAR, May 8: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has appreciated the prompt and coordinated efforts of the Army and Civil Administration in safely rescuing tourists stranded in the higher reaches of Gulmarg following a technical snag in a private helicopter. The Chief Minister commended the swift response and close coordination among all agencies involved in the rescue operation, which ensured the safety and well-being of the stranded tourists. He further directed the administration to take all necessary measures to strengthen safety [] The post CM Appreciates Army, Civil Admin For Rescuing Tourists Stranded After Helicopter Glitch In Gulmarg appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 8:06 pm

Over 9,000 Animal Cruelty Cases In 2024; Maharashtra Tops States, J&K Leads UTs: NCRB

New Delhi, May 8: In a first, the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) has included cases of crime and cruelty against animals in its annual database Crime in India 2024, recording a total of 9,039 cases under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act across the country. The data comes amid persistent demands from animal rights activists, who have long argued that while attacks by animals on humans are documented, there has been no official nationwide database tracking cruelty against [] The post Over 9,000 Animal Cruelty Cases In 2024; Maharashtra Tops States, J&K Leads UTs: NCRB appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 8:01 pm

Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Warns Against Alienating People Through Distressing Policies; Calls for Reopening of Jamia Siraj Ul Uloom

Srinagar : While addressing the Friday congregation at Jama Masjid Srinagar, Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Dr. Moulvi Muhammad Umar Farooq said that the banning of Jamia Siraj Ul Uloom under the stringent UAPA is a serious matter, stroking the apprehension among people that our religious identity, and educational institutions being run by trusts and local committees are being []

Kashmir Reader 8 May 2026 7:50 pm

CCourt setbacks to Trump add uncertainty to US tariffs, may slowdown BTA talks with India: Experts

NEW DELHI, May 8: Repeated setbacks faced by US President Donald Trump in American courts have further heightened uncertainty over the US tariff regime, and India should wait for the United States to evolve a more stable and legally predictable trade framework before moving ahead with the proposed bilateral trade agreement, experts said. They said that this ruling is a crucial reminder that Trumps global tariffs violated WTO (World Trade Organisation) rules, and their striking down by US courts is [] The post CCourt setbacks to Trump add uncertainty to US tariffs, may slowdown BTA talks with India: Experts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 6:07 pm

Operation Sindoor Reflected Indian Militarys Joint Prowess: Rajnath Singh

JAIPUR/NEW DELHI, May 8: Operation Sindoor is a testament to the swift, precise, and joint response of the Indian armed forces to safeguard national interests, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Friday even as he called upon the military to remain ready to deal with any security challenges. Singh made the remarks in his address at the ongoing joint military commanders conference in Jaipur that carried out a comprehensive review of the combat preparedness of the three services in the [] The post Operation Sindoor Reflected Indian Militarys Joint Prowess: Rajnath Singh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 5:58 pm

SC Orders Establishment Of Special Courts For Expeditious Trial In NIA Cases

NEW DELHI, May 8: The Supreme Court on Friday directed that at least one special court be established to deal with 10 to 15 pending trials in cases probed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Passing a slew of directions to expedite trials in cases where the Centre, through the NIA, is the prosecutor, the apex court said the special courts should be set up within a month. A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi directed [] The post SC Orders Establishment Of Special Courts For Expeditious Trial In NIA Cases appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 5:12 pm

Teen kills friend with cricket bat over love rivalry in Kathua, arrested

Kathua, May 08: In a chilling case of friendship turning fatal over a suspected love rivalry, police in Kathua have arrested a 19yearold youth for the brutal daylight murder of his close friend, 18yearold Nakul Singh. The accused has been identified as Parth Verma alias Sumit, who allegedly bludgeoned Nakul to death with a cricket bat inside the victims home over love rivalry. The shocking crime, which has sent shockwaves across Kathua town, occurred on May 6 at Nakul Singhs residence in Ward No. 10 near Rajbagh. Nakul was found dead in a pool of blood, while his younger brother, 16yearold Nikhil Singh, was critically injured in the attack. Addressing the media, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kathua Mohita Sharma, per news agencyKashmir News Observer (KNO), said the case was cracked using technical surveillance, including tracking the missing mobile phone of the deceased. After registering the FIR, multiple police teams were constituted. During the investigation, the missing iPhone of the deceased was traced with the help of technical inputs. Sustained interrogation of suspects led to a confession by the accused. The stolen mobile phone was also recovered on his disclosure, in the presence of a magistrate, the SSP said. According to police, the accused visited Nakul Singhs house around 11.40 am on the day of the incident and even made a phone call to another friend using Nakuls mobile phone before the situation escalated. Investigators revealed that a heated argument broke out between the two friends over a girl, exposing what police described as a love angle behind the murder. The argument quickly escalated into a physical altercation driven by jealousy and personal rivalry. In a fit of rage, the accused allegedly picked up a cricket bat lying inside the room and struck Nakul Singh on the head, killing him on the spot, SSP Sharma said. Police said the violence did not stop there. When Nakuls younger brother Nikhil entered the house during the attack, the accused allegedly panicked and repeatedly assaulted him with the same cricket bat in an attempt to eliminate an eyewitness. The accused fled the scene after leaving behind the bloodstained cricket bat and taking away the victims mobile phone, the officer added. The murder weapon has since been recovered and forensic evidence from the crime scene has been collected. Nikhil Singh remains in critical condition and is undergoing treatment at AIIMS Jammu, where he is currently on ventilator support. Police said the investigation is being strengthened to ensure strict punishment for the accused. Justice will be delivered only through conviction, SSP Sharma said.

Greater Kashmir 8 May 2026 5:10 pm

Jammu Kashmir: Teen Arrested for Killing Friend with Cricket Bat over Love Rivalry

SRINAGAR: In a chilling case of friendship turning fatal over a suspected love rivalry, police in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir have arrested a 19yearold youth for the brutal daylight murder of his close friend, 18yearold Nakul Singh. The accused has been identified as Parth Verma alias Sumit, who allegedly bludgeoned Nakul to death []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 5:00 pm

Large-Scale Banking Fraud Involving Anil Ambanis ADAG Requires Thorough Probe, Says SC

NEW DELHI, May 8: The Supreme Court on Friday said the matter concerning alleged large-scale banking fraud involving Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group and its firms required a thorough investigation after the CBI said the total loss estimated in seven cases was around Rs 27,337 crore. The CBI told the apex court nine FIRs had been lodged, including the two in which charge sheets have been filed, and investigations were on in seven cases. A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant [] The post Large-Scale Banking Fraud Involving Anil Ambanis ADAG Requires Thorough Probe, Says SC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:59 pm

Suvendu Adhikari Elected BJP Legislature Party Leader In Bengal, Set To Become CM

KOLKATA, May 8: Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari was on Friday elected the leader of the BJP legislature party in West Bengal, paving the way for him to become the first BJP chief minister of the state. BJP sources said Adhikaris name was proposed at the legislature party meeting here and formally announced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in the presence of newly elected BJP MLAs and senior party leaders. The swearing-in ceremony of the new BJP government will [] The post Suvendu Adhikari Elected BJP Legislature Party Leader In Bengal, Set To Become CM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:55 pm

South Kashmir: Police Attach Properties Worth Rs 6.5 Crore Under NDPS Act

SRINAGAR: Police in south Kashmirs Anantnag district have initiated attachment and seizure proceedings against Bashir Ahmad Mir of Doonipora Sangam and his family under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act, following findings that they allegedly accumulated assets disproportionate to their known sources of income. Officials said the action follows an enquiry conducted under Chapter VA []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 4:32 pm

Love Affair Angle Behind Kathua Murder; Accused Arrested After CDR Tracking: SSP

Kathua, May 8: Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kathua, Mohit Sharma, on Thursday said that Nakul Singh was allegedly murdered following a scuffle with his friend, Parthav Verma (19), reportedly over a love-related issue. Addressing the media, SSP Sharma said that during the altercation, the accused allegedly struck Nakul repeatedly on the head with a cricket bat until he collapsed. The officer further stated that when Nakuls younger brother entered the house, the accused allegedly attacked him as well with [] The post Love Affair Angle Behind Kathua Murder; Accused Arrested After CDR Tracking: SSP appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:29 pm

Rupee falls 25 paise to close at 94.47 against US dollar

MUMBAI, May 8: The rupee depreciated 25 paise to close at 94.47 (provisional) against the US dollar on Friday, after rising in the past two sessions, on renewed tensions between the US and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz. Forex traders said investor sentiments were affected after Iran accused the US of violating the ceasefire as the US carried out fresh attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and civilian areas, while President Donald Trump said the ceasefire was still in [] The post Rupee falls 25 paise to close at 94.47 against US dollar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:22 pm

India seeks greater role in global international space norms

NEW DELHI, May 8: India is seeking a larger role in shaping international norms for the fast-growing space industry, a senior government official said on Friday, as global space standards experts gathered in New Delhi for a key ISO meeting. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) organised the 35th Plenary and Working Groups meetings of ISOs Technical Committee 20/Subcommittee 14 on Space Systems and Operations, drawing 131 international delegates from 13 countries, including representatives from national standards bodies, space agencies, [] The post India seeks greater role in global international space norms appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:17 pm

Sustained Efforts Being Made To Ensure Inclusive, Equitable Development Across J&K: Sakeena Itoo

SRINAGAR, May 8: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the progress of various ongoing developmental projects being executed by the Education, Health and Social Welfare departments across Jammu and Kashmir. During the meeting, the Minister conducted a detailed department-wise review and assessed project monitoring mechanisms, fund utilization and inter-departmental coordination to ensure effective execution of developmental initiatives across Jammu and Kashmir. Reviewing the Education department projects, [] The post Sustained Efforts Being Made To Ensure Inclusive, Equitable Development Across J&K: Sakeena Itoo appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:12 pm

At Raabita, CM Interacts With Public Representatives, Deputations; Discusses Developmental, Public Welfare Issues

SRINAGAR, May 8: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today met several public representatives, various deputations and individuals at his Public Services & Outreach Office Raabita here and discussed a range of public welfare and developmental issues concerning Jammu & Kashmir. MLA Zadibal, Tanvir Sadiq, called on the Chief Minister and discussed issues related to parks and gardens in his constituency. MLA Banihal, Sajad Shaheen, also raised several issues of public importance concerning his constituency. Former Minister Javid Mustafa Mir also separately [] The post At Raabita, CM Interacts With Public Representatives, Deputations; Discusses Developmental, Public Welfare Issues appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:11 pm

Three Youths Drown In Jhelum At Hajin, Bodies Retrieved After Rescue Operation

Bandipora, May 8: Three youths tragically lost their lives after drowning in the River Jhelum in the Hajin area of north Kashmirs Bandipora district on Friday, officials said. Officials said that the incident took place in the Check Chandergeer area when the trio was reportedly washing tent material along the riverbank and accidentally slipped into the river. Soon after the incident, locals and volunteers launched a rescue operation. Two bodies were recovered during the initial search, while the third body [] The post Three Youths Drown In Jhelum At Hajin, Bodies Retrieved After Rescue Operation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:09 pm

Enough is enough, says SC; directs MP govt to decide on prosecuting its minister for Col Qureshi remarks

NEW DELHI, May 8: Enough is enough, an anguished Supreme Court observed Friday as it asked the Madhya Pradesh government to decide on granting sanction to prosecute its minister Kunwar Vijay Shah for his objectionable remarks targeting Army officer Col Sofiya Qureshi made in aftermath of Operation Sindoor. A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi termed the objectionable statement of Shah as the most unfortunate after Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the state, said that [] The post Enough is enough, says SC; directs MP govt to decide on prosecuting its minister for Col Qureshi remarks appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:07 pm

Love Affair Angle Behind Kathua Murder; Accused Arrested After CDR Tracking: Police

SRINAGAR: Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kathua, Mohit Sharma, on Friday said that Nakul Singh was allegedly murdered following a scuffle with his friend, Parthav Verma (19), reportedly over a love-related dispute. Addressing the media, SSP Sharma said that during the altercation, the accused allegedly struck Nakul repeatedly on the head with a cricket bat []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 4:03 pm

Excise policy: Delhi HC to hear CBI plea against discharge of Kejriwal, Sisodia on May 11

NEW DELHI, May 8: The Delhi High Court on Friday deferred hearing till May 11 on the CBIs petition challenging the trial courts discharge order in the liquor policy case, saying that it was awaiting consent of certain senior lawyers to represent AAP leaders Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia and Durgesh Pathak. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma said she would pass the necessary order on the appointment on Monday and begin hearing the matter on Tuesday. There are three persons who are [] The post Excise policy: Delhi HC to hear CBI plea against discharge of Kejriwal, Sisodia on May 11 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 4:01 pm

Bodies of Three Youths Recovered from River Jhelum in North Kashmir

SRINAGAR: Bodies of three youth were recovered after they drowned into the river Jhelum in Hajin area of north Kashmirs Bandipora on Friday, officials said. An official said that the incident took place in the Check Chandergeer area when the three youths were washing tent material on the banks of the river. He said local []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 3:51 pm

Anantnag Police Attaches Narcotics-Linked Assets Worth 6.5 Crore In Biggest Crackdown In J&K UT

Anantnag, May 8: In one of the biggest actions against narcotics networks in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, Anantnag Police on Thursday attached and seized properties worth approximately 6.5 crore under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act in south Kashmirs Sangam area. Police said the action was carried out against Bashir Ahmad Mir son of Gul Mohammad Mir and his family members, residents of Doonipora Sangam, following an enquiry conducted under Chapter VA of the NDPS Act. According [] The post Anantnag Police Attaches Narcotics-Linked Assets Worth 6.5 Crore In Biggest Crackdown In J&K UT appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 3:41 pm

SIT Produces Chargesheet In Case Of Assassination Attempt On NC President

Jammu, May 8: Special Investigation Team (SIT) Friday produced the chargesheet in the court of Chief Judicial Magistrate, Jammu in a high-profile case related to assassination attempt on National Conference president and the former Chief Minister Dr Farooq Abdullah at Royal Park Greater Kailash on March 11, 2026. On March 14, the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Jammu zone Bhim Sen Tuti had constituted a seven-member Special Investigation Team (SIT), under the supervision of DIG, Jammu-Samba-Kathua (JSK) range, to conduct [] The post SIT Produces Chargesheet In Case Of Assassination Attempt On NC President appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 3:36 pm

No Eknath Shinde in NC: CM Omar Abdullah Says All Party MLAs United

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday accused the BJP of pursuing blackmail politics over the issue of statehood and said the delay in cabinet expansion was linked to the Union Territorys status and not due to any fear within the ruling National Conference. Responding to remarks by the Leader of Opposition []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 3:31 pm

BJP calls Sanjay Raut joker of Indian politics over Trump post on Bengal polls

NEW DELHI, May 8: The BJP on Friday called Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut the joker of Indian politics over his post addressed to US President Donald Trump on the West Bengal Assembly election results, and accused the Opposition of besmirching Indias image internationally. In a post on X addressed to Trump, Raut on Friday questioned reports of the US president congratulating Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the BJPs victory in West Bengal and said the polls are an [] The post BJP calls Sanjay Raut joker of Indian politics over Trump post on Bengal polls appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 3:19 pm

Delimitation Favoured Only BJP and its Allies: CM Omar Abdullah

SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday alleged that the delimitation exercise in Jammu and Kashmir was carried out solely to benefit the BJP and its allies. We have suffered because of their delimitation. And we know how the delimitation was done. It was carried out only to benefit the BJP and its allies. Now []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 3:08 pm

Amar Singh College Principal, Assistant Professor Suspended Over Harassment Incident

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Government on Friday ordered the suspension of the Principal and an Assistant Professor of Amar Singh College, Srinagar, following a recent harassment controversy that triggered student protests on campus. Senior officials in the Higher Education Department said the action has been taken pending an inquiry into the incident, with directions issued []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 3:03 pm

Principal, Assistant Professor Suspended Over Harassment Incident At Amar Singh College; Sakina Itoo Orders Week-Long Probe

SRINAGAR, May 8: Minister for Higher Education, Sakina Itoo, has ordered the suspension of the Principal and an Assistant Professor of Amar Singh College following a reported harassment incident at the institution. Official sources said the minister took serious note of the matter and directed the concerned authorities to initiate immediate action. An inquiry has also been ordered into the incident, which has been asked to be completed within a week. Sources added that strict action will be taken against [] The post Principal, Assistant Professor Suspended Over Harassment Incident At Amar Singh College; Sakina Itoo Orders Week-Long Probe appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 3:02 pm

3 men slip into Jhelum in Hajin, 2 feared drowned, 1 rescued

Hajin: Two persons are feared drowned while another one was rescued after three men slipped into the Jhelum river in Hajin area of north Kashmirs Bandipora district on Friday, officials said. An official saidthat the incident occurred when the trio was washing their tents on the banks of the river He said one of them []

Kashmir Reader 8 May 2026 2:41 pm

ACME Solar Holdings net profit up 13.3 pc to Rs 138 cr in Q4

NEW DELHI, May 8: ACME Solar Holdings on Friday posted a 13.3 per cent on-year rise in net profit to Rs 138 crore in the March quarter, supported by higher revenues. The company had a net profit of Rs 122 crore in the quarter ended on March 31, 2025, a company statement said. Total revenue of the company rose to Rs 705 crore in the reported quarter from Rs 539 crore in the period year ago. In the fiscal 2025-26, [] The post ACME Solar Holdings net profit up 13.3 pc to Rs 138 cr in Q4 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 2:29 pm

David Attenborough, excited but hushed voice of nature programs, turns 100

LONDON, May 8 (AP) The BBC is hosting a party for David Attenborough at the Royal Albert Hall. Cinemas are playing his nature films. Friends have spent weeks lavishing praise on the man and his work. But the worlds most famous wildlife presenter is likely to be uncomfortable with all the attention as he celebrates his 100th birthday on Friday, said Alastair Fothergill, the producer of some of Attenboroughs most well-known documentaries. Hes always been very clear to all of [] The post David Attenborough, excited but hushed voice of nature programs, turns 100 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 2:27 pm

Man charged with harassing former Prince Andrew near his home

LONDON, May 8: A man has been charged with harassing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor after reports that the former Prince Andrew was threatened by a masked man while walking dogs near his home. Alex Jenkinson, 39, is due at Norwich Magistrates Court on Friday to face two counts of using threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour to harass someone or cause alarm or distress. Norfolk Constabulary announced the charges on Thursday night. Police said the suspect was arrested Wednesday evening after [] The post Man charged with harassing former Prince Andrew near his home appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 2:25 pm

Three Youths Feared Drowned in River Jhelum in North Kashmir; Rescue Operation Underway

SRINAGAR: Three youths reportedly drowned in the Jhelum river in the Hajin area of north Kashmirs Bandipora district on Friday, officials said. Officials said that the incident occurred in the Hajin area, following which rescue teams were immediately rushed to the spot and a search operation was launched to trace the missing youths. Rescue personnel, []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 2:25 pm

Former CEO of SriLankan Airlines found dead, days after securing bail in corruption case

COLOMBO, May 8: Former CEO of SriLankan Airlines Kapila Chandrasena was found dead at his home in suspicious circumstances on Friday, days after he secured bail in a corruption case, police said. Chandrasena was granted bail on Tuesday after he was remanded in March in the case where he was charged for taking a kickback on the purchase of aircraft for the national carrier. Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) F U Wootler said that his body was discovered at his [] The post Former CEO of SriLankan Airlines found dead, days after securing bail in corruption case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 2:23 pm

Rubio set to meet Italys Meloni as both sides seek to ease frictions over Iran war

ROME, May 8: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is opening his second day of fence-mending meetings Friday with talks scheduled with Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni in a bid to ease tensions over the war with Iran. President Donald Trumps tariffs, his complaints about Europes unwillingness to help the US with the war and his attacks against Pope Leo XIV have fueled weeks of sharp disagreements over trade and defence cooperation between the two traditionally strong allies. Rubio will also [] The post Rubio set to meet Italys Meloni as both sides seek to ease frictions over Iran war appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 2:22 pm

Lt Governor Manoj Sinha offers prayers

TIRUMALA, May 8: Lt Governor of J&K Manoj Sinha offered prayers in the Hill Shrine of Sri Venkateswara Swamy here on Friday morning. Earlier, on his arrival at the main entrance of the temple-Maha Dwaram, he was welcomed by TTD Executive Officer M Ravi Chandra, and temple priests. After offering prayers to Dwajasthambham in the temple, the Governor had darshan of Lord Venkateswara. Later at Ranganayakula Mandapam, the Vedic Pundits offered him Vedasirvachanam. The TTD EO presented Thirtha Prasadams and [] The post Lt Governor Manoj Sinha offers prayers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 2:20 pm

Lakhimpur Kheri violence case: SC expresses disappointment over non-production of witnesses

NEW DELHI, May 8: The Supreme Court on Friday expressed disappointment over the non-production of witnesses in the ongoing trial against Ashish Mishra, son of former Union minister Ajay Mishra, and others in the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence case. A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi said the status report filed before it by the Uttar Pradesh government has not assigned any reason whatsoever for non-production of witnesses. It noted that no witnesses have been examined [] The post Lakhimpur Kheri violence case: SC expresses disappointment over non-production of witnesses appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 2:19 pm

TVK Chief Should Be Given Opportunity To Prove Majority In TN Assembly: Omar

SRINAGAR, May 8: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday asserted that there was no justification for the Tamil Nadu governor to stop TVK leader Vijay from forming the government, and said he should be provided an opportunity to prove the majority in the assembly. Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar on Thursday rejected TVK chief Vijays claim to form the government, stating that his party lacks the requisite numbers. The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has fallen short [] The post TVK Chief Should Be Given Opportunity To Prove Majority In TN Assembly: Omar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 1:58 pm

Advisory On CUET-UG Dress Code, Permissible Items Released

New Delhi, May 8: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued an advisory for candidates appearing in the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-UG) 2026, informing them about the dress code and permissible items at examination centres. The CUET-UG exam will be held from May 11 to May 31 in India, and in 15 cities outside the country. In an advisory issued on Thursday, the NTA said the examination will be conducted in computer-based test (CBT) mode. It also informed candidates [] The post Advisory On CUET-UG Dress Code, Permissible Items Released appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 1:57 pm

I Know Cricket Is Indias No.1 Sport But Basketball Has Potential Too: NBA Legend Vlade Divac

NEW DELHI, May 8: He is well aware that cricket is Indias number one sport but NBA great Vlade Divac is nonetheless hopeful that basketball too will find its space in the country. The 71 tall Sacramento Kings great was at the American Centre here on Friday for some dribbling and passing with over 100 children from various schools and academies in the national capital. I have to tell you, I am surprised, (the kids) they are pretty good, he [] The post I Know Cricket Is Indias No.1 Sport But Basketball Has Potential Too: NBA Legend Vlade Divac appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 1:54 pm

Family of imprisoned Chinese journalist pleads for his release over health concerns

BANGKOK, May 8: Family members and activists have called for the release of imprisoned Chinese journalist Dong Yuyu due to health concerns. Dong, an editor at a major state-owned newspaper, the Guangming Daily, was taken away while meeting a Japanese diplomat for lunch in 2022 and was sentenced to seven years in prison for espionage in 2024. Yuyu is now effectively facing a death sentence, the family said in a statement Thursday. Dong was hospitalised at a prison-affiliated hospital in [] The post Family of imprisoned Chinese journalist pleads for his release over health concerns appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 1:39 pm

Digital access, cyber security challenges in DPI ecosystem: Nageswaran

NEW DELHI, May 8: Indias digital public infrastructure (DPI) has achieved world-class scale, but challenges relating to digital access, data governance, interoperability and cyber security remain areas of concern, Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran said on Friday. Addressing an ICRIER event on Digital Public Infrastructure & Public Service Delivery, Nageswaran said large sections of the population, particularly the elderly, people living in areas with poor connectivity and those with low literacy and limited digital fluency, still face barriers in [] The post Digital access, cyber security challenges in DPI ecosystem: Nageswaran appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 1:35 pm

No Eknath Shinde In NC: Omar Abdullah Says All Party MLAs United

SRINAGAR, May 08: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday accused the BJP of pursuing blackmail politics over the issue of statehood and said the delay in cabinet expansion was linked to the Union Territorys status and not due to any fear within the ruling National Conference. Responding to remarks by the Leader of Opposition in the J&K Assembly, Abdullah said there was no Eknath Shinde in the National Conference and asserted that all party legislators stood united. [] The post No Eknath Shinde In NC: Omar Abdullah Says All Party MLAs United appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 1:22 pm

Bar Has Much To Offer: CJI Shares Anecdote As He Dismisses Lawyers Plea For Revaluation

NEW DELHI, May 8: In a rare moment of candour, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant shared an anecdote when as a young lawyer he was rebuked by a high court judge for aspiring to become a judicial officer, and was told, The bar is waiting for you. The story came in a way of encouragement to a judicial services aspirant, who was seeking revaluation of an examination paper. Though the plea of Prerna Gupta was dismissed by a bench [] The post Bar Has Much To Offer: CJI Shares Anecdote As He Dismisses Lawyers Plea For Revaluation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 1:18 pm

CRPF Constable Commits Suicide In J&Ks Anantnag

SRINAGAR, May 8: A CRPF personnel allegedly committed suicide by shooting himself with his service weapon in Jammu and Kashmirs Anantnag district, officials said on Friday. The incident occurred on Thursday evening at Kokernag in south Kashmir, they said. Constable Satish Kumar, a resident of Rewari in Haryana, was posted with the 164 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). The post CRPF Constable Commits Suicide In J&Ks Anantnag appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 1:16 pm

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor moves Delhi HC against publication of deepfake videos

NEW DELHI, May 8: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Friday moved the Delhi High Court against the publication of AI-generated deepfake videos purportedly showing him praising Pakistan and making statements on such politically sensitive issues. Justice Mini Pushkarna issued summons to social media platforms X and Meta Platforms as well as the Centre on the lawsuit by the Thiruvananthapuram MP and current chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs, and indicated she would pass an interim order in [] The post Congress MP Shashi Tharoor moves Delhi HC against publication of deepfake videos appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 1:06 pm

High Court Promotes 2 Counsellors As Principal Counsellors In J&K

JAMMU, May 8: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has promoted two Counsellors as Principal Counsellors in the District Judiciary of the Union Territory in the interest of administration. See Order Copy Click Here.. The post High Court Promotes 2 Counsellors As Principal Counsellors In J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 12:55 pm

High Court Transfers 12 CAOs, Accounts Officers In J&K District Judiciary

JAMMU, May 8: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has ordered the transfer and posting of 12 Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs) and Accounts Officers in the District Judiciary of the Union Territory following the promotion of Section Officers and Senior Scale Stenographers as Chief Administrative Officers. See Order Copy Click Here.. The post High Court Transfers 12 CAOs, Accounts Officers In J&K District Judiciary appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 8 May 2026 12:53 pm

Director SDRF Bereaved, Chief Minister Condoles Death

SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed deep sorrow over the demise of Haji Mohammad Sultan Mir, father of senior police officer DIG Imtiyaz Hussain Mir. In a condolence message, the Chief Minister conveyed heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved family and prayed for eternal peace to the departed soul. He also prayed for strength and []

KashmirLife 8 May 2026 12:48 pm