Man Found Dead in Central Kashmir
SRINAGAR: A man was found dead in the Chattabal area of Central Kashmirs Srinagar on Monday, officials said. Officials said that the deceased has been identified as a resident of Shalpora, Baramulla. They said he was working at a milk factory in the Chattabal area and was found hanging inside his room under suspicious circumstances. []
1998 Pokhran Nuclear Tests Reflected Indias Scientific Excellence: PM On National Technology Day
New Delhi, May 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday greeted people on the National Technology Day which commemorates the momentous events of May 11, 1998, when India conducted successful nuclear tests at Rajasthans Pokhran and said technology has become a key pillar in building a self-reliant India. Modi said the landmark moment in 1998 reflected Indias scientific excellence and unwavering commitment. Greetings on National Technology Day. We recall with pride the hard work and dedication of our [] The post 1998 Pokhran Nuclear Tests Reflected Indias Scientific Excellence: PM On National Technology Day appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
90 Sheep, Goats Killed in Lightning Strike in Central Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Nearly 90 sheep and goats belonging to a nomadic family from Rajouri district reportedly died after a lightning strike during the intervening night in a high-altitude forest area of Poshkar Kangan in Central Kashmirs Ganderbal district, officials and locals said on Monday. The incident occurred in the Dhana Dok area of Poshkar, a remote []
Not Wrong To Give Telecom Powers To LG As He Is In Charge Of Security: CM Omar
Srinagar, May 11 : Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said there is nothing wrong in giving telecom powers to the lieutenant governor during public safety events, as he holds the charge of security and law and order. This is the right thing. These powers should be with the lieutenant governor. This is not against the business rules or the reorganisation act, Abdullah told reporters. He said that orders to stop phone services or internet are issued [] The post Not Wrong To Give Telecom Powers To LG As He Is In Charge Of Security: CM Omar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar to meet Home Minister today
Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said that he will discuss the issue of the Transaction of Business Rules of the Union Territory and reservation with the Union Home Minister today. Speaking to reporters,said the CM said that he will raise matters related to the Business Rules, the appointment of the Advocate General, and []
Statehood for Jammu Kashmir Top Priority, Will Raise Issue with HM Amit Shah in New Delhi: CM Omar
SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said that the restoration of statehood for Jammu and Kashmir remains a top priority for his government, adding that he will once again raise the matter during his meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi. Speaking to reporters in Srinagar, Omar Abdullah said the process []
SRINAGAR: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday chaired a high-level review meeting on the countrys preparedness for floods and heatwaves, stressing the need for a zero-casualty approach in disaster management across India. During the meeting, Shah directed authorities to expand the proposed early warning system for glacial and high-risk lakes, stating that around 60 []
Student Speaks: Why Daily Reading Is The Antidote To Modern Anxiety
A person who reads books regularly becomes both a critical and a creative thinker. They do not take things at face value; instead, they chase the real value of things. Syed Mustafa Ahmad and Iqra Bashir Reading books is one of the healthiesthabits one can think of.In the present age of smartphones, reading books isa []
Trump rejects Irans peace proposal as totally unacceptable
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has rejected Irans proposal to end the months-long war as totally unacceptable without sharing details even as a key Republican leader urged him to consider the military option. Trump received the Iranian proposal on Sunday amid hopes that it could lead to a breakthrough to end the war with Iran []
PM Modi urges judicious use of fuel amid West Asia crisis, pitches energy conservation
HYDERABAD, May 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that the need of the hour, in the wake of the West Asia crisis, is to use petroleum products judiciously. Speaking at an event in Telangana, where he virtually laid the foundation stone and inaugurated development projects worth around Rs 9,400 crore, Modi said imported petroleum products should be used only as needed, as this would not only save foreign exchange but also reduce the adverse impact of war. Observing [] The post PM Modi urges judicious use of fuel amid West Asia crisis, pitches energy conservation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Somnath: The Eternal Rhythm of Faith, Resilience and Renewal
Gajendra Singh Shekhawat The essence carried by this shloka from Srimad Bhagvad Gita and from the civilisational wisdom enclosed in the Indian scriptures and traditions, is reflected in the essence of Somnatha Temple located at Somanatha-Pattan on the southern shore of Kathiawad (historic region in southwestern region of present-day state of Gujarat). Regarded as the first among the twelve Jyotirlingas, many a times its walls have borne the brunt of battle at the hands of barbarian invaders only to rise [] The post Somnath: The Eternal Rhythm of Faith, Resilience and Renewal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM Modi inaugurates Indias first PM MITRA Park at Warangal in Telangana
NEW DELHI, May 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Indias first functional PM MITRA Park in Warangal, Telangana, on Sunday, developed at a cost of Rs 1,695.54 crore. The Park is poised to become a key driver of Indias textile growth story, with over Rs 6,000 crore in expected investment and significant progress already underway, with 62 per cent of the park already allotted, the Textile Ministry said in a release. Spread across 1,327 acres, the park is set to [] The post PM Modi inaugurates Indias first PM MITRA Park at Warangal in Telangana appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India signs 8 MoUs with Trinidad and Tobago during Jaishankars visit
PORT OF SPAIN, May 10 : India and Trinidad and Tobago have signed eight agreements in sectors including tourism, healthcare, infrastructure and Ayurveda during External Affairs Minister S Jaishankars two-day visit to the Caribbean nation, according to an official statement. Jaishankar, who visited the Caribbean nation on May 8-9, held talks with Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar and other senior leaders on expanding bilateral cooperation and reviewed progress on announcements made during Prime Minister Narendra Modis visit to Trinidad and Tobago [] The post India signs 8 MoUs with Trinidad and Tobago during Jaishankars visit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Chennai Super Kings beat Lucknow Super Giants by five wickets
CHENNAI, May 10: The swashbuckling Urvil Patel equalled the record for the fastest fifty in IPL history as Chennai Super Kings edged out Lucknow Super Kings by five wickets to keep their play-off hopes alive here on Sunday. Batting first, Josh Inglis played a sensational 85-run knock before CSK bowlers rallied to stop LSG at 203 for eight. With the defeat, their eighth in 11 matches, LSGs play-off hopes went up in smoke. A lot of credit for the CSK [] The post Chennai Super Kings beat Lucknow Super Giants by five wickets appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SGT University organizes job fair Aarohan-2026
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 10: The SGT Global Business School and School of Commerce and Management, SGT University organized Aarohan-2026: Step Up to Success, an Internship and Job Fair, here today. The event was inaugurated by Prof (Dr) Hemant Verma, Vice Chancellor, SGT University, marking the commencement of a dynamic platform focused on career advancement and industry engagement. Prominent organizations, including Mahindra Logistics, Health-Kart, Mechanic Guru, AML Right Source, Samatrix Consulting Private Limited, Easy Way Broking Pvt Ltd, Sprix Manabie [] The post SGT University organizes job fair Aarohan-2026 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM inaugurates, lays foundation of development projects worth Rs 42.38 cr in Ganderbal
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 10: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated and laid foundation stones for multiple development projects worth Rs 42.38 crore across Ganderbal district, aimed at strengthening healthcare infrastructure, road connectivity, public amenities, youth facilities, heritage conservation and tourism development. The Chief Minister began his tour at Beehama, Ganderbal, where he laid the foundation stone for construction of a Library & Reading Room to be established by the Culture Department at an estimated cost of Rs 4.83 crore. [] The post CM inaugurates, lays foundation of development projects worth Rs 42.38 cr in Ganderbal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Statehood movement shall be taken to logical conclusion: PCC chief
Karra, Mir address workers convention Excelsior Correspondent SHOPIAN, May 10: The Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) on Sunday held Party workers convention at Arhama in Shopian and resolved to continue fighting for peoples rights and aspirations, which have been under assault after downgrading full fledged State of J&K by the BJP Govt. JKPCC also resolved to continue its movement for restoration of Statehood to J&K under the programme `Hamari Riyasat, Hamara Haq and take this struggle to its [] The post Statehood movement shall be taken to logical conclusion: PCC chief appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pathania dedicates major development projects worth crores to public
Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, May 10: MLA Udhampur East, Ranbir Singh Pathania today dedicated and inaugurated several major developmental projects in Majalta area and reiterated that public participation remains the cornerstone of effective governance and sustainable development. Amid a tumultuous and enthusiastic welcome by the people of the area, Pathania laid foundation stone of office building of CDPO Majalta, to be completed at an estimated cost of Rs 2.32 crore. He also dedicated newly built Panchayat Ghar projects worth Rs 30 [] The post Pathania dedicates major development projects worth crores to public appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Writings of Dr Ambedkar hold immense relevance in present time: Sat Sharma
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 10: Jammu & Kashmir BJP president and Rajya Sabha MP, Sat Sharma, (CA), today said that the writings and speeches of B. R. Ambedkar continue to hold immense relevance in present-day society. Sat Sharma who along with Nanaji Deshmukh Library in charge, Prof. Kulbhushan Mohtra, received a valuable collection of books comprising 21 volumes titled Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Writings and Speeches, which were formally handed over by BJP vice president and former DDC Chairman, Bharat Bhushan [] The post Writings of Dr Ambedkar hold immense relevance in present time: Sat Sharma appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Assam Guv appoints Himanta as CM, swearing in on May 12
GUWAHATI, May 10: Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Sunday appointed BJP leader Himanta Biswa Sarma as the chief minister of Assam, paving the way for the NDAs third consecutive government in the state. After being unanimously elected leader of the BJP-led NDAs legislature party, Sarma, along with alliance leaders, met the governor at Lok Bhavan and formally staked claim to form the government. In exercise of the powers vested in him under clause (1) of Article 164 of the Constitution [] The post Assam Guv appoints Himanta as CM, swearing in on May 12 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Two gelatin sticks recovered near PM Modis Bengaluru programme route; police probe threat link
BENGALURU, May 10: Two gelatin sticks were recovered from a roadside near PM Narendra Modis programme venue on the outskirts of Bengaluru on Sunday, triggering heightened security measures and an intensive police investigation into their origin and whether there was any larger conspiracy behind their presence. The gelatin sticks were discovered during security checks near Tataguni under Kaggalipura police station limits, along a route connected to the PMs movement schedule. The discovery was made shortly before he arrived in the [] The post Two gelatin sticks recovered near PM Modis Bengaluru programme route; police probe threat link appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Department of Science and Technology expanding scientific research in India: Jitendra Singh
NEW DELHI, May 10 : The Department of Science and Technology (DST) is expanding scientific infrastructure and research support systems across universities and higher educational institutions to democratise access to advanced technology, innovation and scientific facilities, Union Minister Jitendra Singh said on Sunday. The minister also stated that initiatives such as the Sophisticated Analytical and Technical Help Institute (SATHI) have helped build a strong ecosystem for research, innovation, start-ups, and industry-academia collaboration. Several universities and colleges are also being connected [] The post Department of Science and Technology expanding scientific research in India: Jitendra Singh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Actor Jeet backs BJP govt in Bengal, hopes for new dawn under Modi
KOLKATA, May 10 : Bengali filmstar Jeet on Sunday expressed confidence in Prime Minister Narendra Modis guarantee and said he hoped the new BJP government in West Bengal would usher in a new dawn for the state. In a social media post, the actor, whose real name is Jitendra Madnani, said BJPs victory in the state was not merely a political success but a major commitment to the people of the state. This victory is not just a political success [] The post Actor Jeet backs BJP govt in Bengal, hopes for new dawn under Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NMC asks govt medical colleges to support NBEMS practical exams amid examiner and centres shortage
NEW DELHI, May 10: The NMC has issued an advisory to government medical colleges and institutions, asking them to extend full cooperation for the smooth conduct of postgraduate and postdoctoral examinations conducted by the NBEMS, citing shortage of examination centres and examiners. In a public notice issued by the Postgraduate Medical Education Board (PGMEB) on May 8, the National Medical Commission (NMC) said the increasing number of candidates appearing in NBEMS final practical examinations has led to a corresponding rise [] The post NMC asks govt medical colleges to support NBEMS practical exams amid examiner and centres shortage appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UP: Police question two men over Made in Pakistan label on madrassa fan
KUSHINAGAR (UP), May 10: Two men were detained after police were informed of a fan inside a madrassa allegedly had a Made in Pakistan label, officials said on Sunday. The issue came to light after a picture of the fan was widely circulated on social media, prompting demands by some for a thorough probe. An inquiry found that the fan had been purchased from Saudi Arabia and the two men, including the manager of the madrassa, who had been called [] The post UP: Police question two men over Made in Pakistan label on madrassa fan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Suspended TMC spokesperson Riju Dutta slams party, says corruption had been institutionalised
KOLKATA, May 10: Suspended TMC spokesperson Riju Dutta on Sunday launched a scathing attack on his party, alleging that corruption had been institutionalised. A day after being suspended for six years for alleged breach of party discipline, Dutta questioned why people in West Bengal now felt free to express themselves without fear following the BJPs electoral victory. Why have things come to such a stage? Why are people celebrating? We did not introspect, he told reporters. The suspended leader alleged [] The post Suspended TMC spokesperson Riju Dutta slams party, says corruption had been institutionalised appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu and Kashmir is fighting back. After years of watching the drug menace devour its youth, shatter its families and hollow out its communities, the Union Territorys administration has finally mounted a response that is as comprehensive as the crisis demands. What makes the current campaign distinctly different from past efforts is not merely the intensity of enforcement but the coordinated, multi-dimensional architecture of the entire operation one that spans deterrence, detection, prosecution, and rehabilitation simultaneously. At the apex [] The post Anti-Narcotics Offensive appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Painting competition held at Jagti
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 10: Extracurricular activities play an important role in the overall development of children and help nurture imagination, discipline and positive thinking, said MLA Jammu East Yudhvir Sethi while addressing a Painting and Drawing Competition organised by JK Future Founders at Shree Radha Krishan Mandir Jagti. Sethi, who was the chief guest on the occasion, encouraged young participants for their creativity and artistic expression. He appreciated the organisers for providing a meaningful platform to children and promoting [] The post Painting competition held at Jagti appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Police ready for every situation, committed to safeguarding nation: DGP
Asks force not to show disrespect to people Irfan Tramboo SRINAGAR, May 10: Director General of Police (DGP), Nalin Prabhat, today said that the JKP is continuously fighting Pakistani-sponsored terrorism and carrying forward the anti-narcotics campaign and asserted that the force stands firm in every situation and remains committed to safeguarding the nation. Addressing the newly recruited constables during the presentation ceremony of appointment letters at the Armed Police Complex in Zewan here, the DGP said policing in J&K goes [] The post J&K Police ready for every situation, committed to safeguarding nation: DGP appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mehbooba attacks Omar Govt for failure on promises, public issues
*Expresses gratitude to LGs action on drug menace Gopal Sharma POONCH/RAJOURI, May 10: Former Chief Minister and PDP president, Mehbooba Mufti today slammed the Omar Abdullah Government for its failure to deliver on key promises such as unemployment, alleging job and transfer appointments were influenced through money and political connections. Criticising Chief Minister over his `alleged silence on inflation, closure of educational institutions, surveillance in mosques and Iran, the PDP chief said the National Conference Government was given enough time [] The post Mehbooba attacks Omar Govt for failure on promises, public issues appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Career progression of 3,000 Non-Gazetted employees of 5 new GMCs stuck since 2019
*No promotions, no DPCs, no Service Rules even after 6 yrs Govind Sharma JAMMU, May 10: Serious resentment is brewing among thousands of Non-Gazetted employees working in the five newly established Government Medical Colleges (GMCs) of Jammu and Kashmir over the Governments continued failure to frame Service Recruitment Rules (SRRs), conduct Departmental Promotion Committees (DPCs), and provide any form of career progression since their appointments in 2019. Despite completing nearly six years of service in critical healthcare institutions, around 3,000 [] The post Career progression of 3,000 Non-Gazetted employees of 5 new GMCs stuck since 2019 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Leh Ice Hockey Rink to get 500 KWp Solar Plant
Excelsior Sports Correspondent LEH, May 10: In a major step towards promoting renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure, the Union Territory Administration of Ladakh has approved the installation of a 500 KWp on-grid Solar Photovoltaic (SPV) Plant on the rooftop of the NDS Ice Hockey Rink in Leh. The project, approved by Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena, will be developed at an estimated cost of Rs 2.38 crore under the Special Development Package (SDP) of the Youth Services and Sports Department, [] The post Leh Ice Hockey Rink to get 500 KWp Solar Plant appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
All India Inter University Wushu Cship culminates
Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 10: In a moment of immense pride and sporting glory, the University of Kashmir ( KU) today marked the grand culmination of the All India Inter University Wushu Championship (Men & Women), scripting a historic chapter in the sporting landscape of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. The championship was organized by the Directorate of Physical Education and Sports, KU under the aegis of the Association of Indian Universities, New Delhi. The six-day mega [] The post All India Inter University Wushu Cship culminates appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
HYDERABAD, May 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said that the need of the hour, in the wake of the West Asia crisis, is to use petroleum products judiciously. Speaking at an event in Telangana, where he virtually laid the foundation stone and inaugurated development projects worth around Rs 9,400 crore, Modi said imported petroleum products should be used only as needed, as this would not only save foreign exchange but also reduce the adverse impact of war. Observing that [] The post PM for judicious use of fuel appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
JKBA holds referees clinic in Srinagar
Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 10: Jammu and Kashmir Basketball Association conducted a two-day referees clinic for candidates from Kashmir Division at Srinagar. A total of 12 referees qualified in the examination conducted by the Technical Committee of the association following the completion of the clinic. The successful candidates were awarded certificates and JKBA referee T-shirts by Secretary J&K Sports Council, Nuzhat Gul. Speaking on the occasion, President of Srinagar District Basketball Association Faisal Hameed thanked the Secretary of the [] The post JKBA holds referees clinic in Srinagar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CHENNAI, May 10: Cheered and heralded by sea of delirious supporters, C Joseph Vijay took oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday with a pledge that a new era of real, secular, social justice starts now. The ascent of Vijay to the top job marks a significant realignment and a historic political shift in the state after his TVK emerged as the single largest party in the recent Assembly elections, shattering the decades-long dominance of the DMK [] The post Vijay takes oath as TN CM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Omar accuses Mehbooba of levelling false charges on NC govt
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah accused PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday of levelling false and baseless allegations against his government, alleging that she wants to divert peoples attention from her partys help to the BJP in winning a Rajya Sabha seat from the Union Territory last year. I was listening to []
LG hands over appointment letters to newly recruited J&K Police constables
Exhorts them to uphold JKPs glorious legacy with integrity, commitment to national service Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday handed over Appointment Letters to the newly recruited Constables of Jammu Kashmir Police during a landmark presentation ceremony at the Armed Police Complex, Zewan. Around 4000 recruits were selected through a transparent, merit-based process conducted []
Amit Shah reviews preparedness for floods, heatwaves
Calls for zero-casualty disaster management New Delhi: At a high-level meeting on Sunday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed the countrys preparedness to deal with potential floods and heatwaves and underlined that efforts should be made to achieve zero-casualty disaster management. Shah said at least 60 lakes should be included in the plan to develop []
Mehbooba claims India-Pak holding secret talks
Jammu: Peoples Democratic Party president Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday pitched for a dialogue between India and Pakistan, claiming that backchannel engagements between the two countries were continuing despite the public rhetoric against them. They talk about Operation Sindoor. But do you know that for the last three months, secret talks with Pakistan have been going []
CM lays foundation of dev projects in Ganderbal
Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday inaugurated and laid foundation stones for multiple development projects worth 42.38 crore across Ganderbal district, aimed at strengthening healthcare infrastructure, road connectivity, public amenities, youth facilities, heritage conservation and tourism development. The Chief Minister began his tour at Beehama, Ganderbal, where he laid the foundation stone for construction []
Omar dedicates 2.25 crore medical equipment to public at JLNM Hospital
Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday dedicated medical equipment worth 2.25 crore to the public at Jawahar Lal Nehru Memorial Hospital, further strengthening critical healthcare facilities at the hospital. The Chief Minister inaugurated advanced medical equipment under Corporate Social Responsibility by HDFC Bank including an ERCP Endoscopy Machine, Ultra/Doppler Sound Machine, Tissue Processor for []
CM tees off India Golf Carnival in Srinagar
Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday inaugurated the India Golf Carnival 2026 tournament at the Royal Springs Golf Course here. He officially inaugurated the tournament by teeing off at the golf course. On the occasion, the Chief Minister said that Jammu & Kashmir holds immense potential for golf and adventure tourism and that events []
Advisory for Ganderbal residents
Ganderbal: In view of the rising water level and strong currents in River Sindh, Police in Ganderbal have issued a public advisory urging residents, visitors, tourists and especially youngsters to strictly avoid venturing near the banks of the river. People are advised not to bathe, swim, or take selfies near vulnerable spots along the river, []
Elderly Man Dies After Accidental Fall in Poonch Forest
SRINAGAR: An elderly man died after accidentally falling in a forest area of Sawjian in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday evening, officials said. They said the deceased has been identified as Sultan Mohammad, around 65, son of Wazir Mohammad, a resident of Chapprin Sawjian. According to officials, he had gone to the []
High Court Summons CAT Registrar Over Lapse in Transferring Case Records
SRINAGAR: Taking a stern view of judicial non-compliance, the High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh has directed the Registrar of the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Srinagar Bench, to appear in person to explain the failure to transfer case records despite explicit orders. A Division Bench comprising Justice Sanjeev Kumar and Justice Sanjay Parihar, while []
North Kashmir: ZEO Suspended Over Alleged Negligence and Poor Performance
SRINAGAR: The administration in north Kashmirs Baramulla district has suspended Zonal Education Officer (ZEO) Boniyar, Abdul Rehman Lone, with immediate effect over allegations of gross negligence, unsatisfactory performance, and failure to submit the required action plan. According to an order issued by the Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, the suspension will remain in place pending the initiation []
Scrap Worth Rs 1.8 Crore Gutted in Qazigund Fire Incident
SRINAGAR: Scrap material and abandoned vehicles worth over Rs 1.8 crore were gutted in a major fire that broke out at a scrap yard in Mirbazar along the JammuSrinagar National Highway on Sunday afternoon. Incharge FES Headquarters Anantnag, Fayaz Ahmad Bhat, said that soon after receiving information about the incident, eight fire tenders from Anantnag []
Govt to Use Three Valley Golf Courses to Promote Tourism: CM Omar Abdullah
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday said the government intends to use the three golf courses in the Kashmir Valley to boost both golfing activity and tourism in the Union Territory. Speaking at the Royal Springs Golf Course after inaugurating a tournament featuring around 100 golfers from across the country, he []
27-Year-Old Missing Man Found Dead in North Kashmir
SRINAGAR: A man who had been missing for nearly a week was found dead in north Kashmirs Baramulla district on Sunday, officials said. The deceased was identified as Tahir Iqbal Khan, 27, son of late Mohammad Iqbal Khan and a resident of Kichana, Bijhama. An official said Tahir had left his home for Baramulla on []
Better Life Society Organises Anti-Drug Awareness Run in Soibugh to Mark 20 Years of Social Service
by Malik Kaisar SRINAGAR: Better Life Society (BLS) on Sunday organised an under-14 cross-country awareness run titled Run Against Drugs, Run For Life in Soibugh area of central Kashmirs Budgam district to mark 20 years of its social and humanitarian service. The run commenced from Chak Soibugh and concluded at Banpora near Police Post Soibugh, []
Young Entrepreneur Dies of Cardiac Arrest; Kashmir Industry Group Flags Rising Stress in Industry
SRINAGAR: The industrial fraternity across Kashmir under the banner of Federation of Chambers of Industries Kashmir (FCIK) has expressed deep grief over the demise of young entrepreneur Riyaz Ahmad Wani, who passed away following a cardiac arrest. In his forties, Riyaz Ahmad Wani was the driving force behind Habco Industries at Industrial Estate Rangreth. He []
Kashmir Court Acquits Srinagar Meat Seller
SRINAGAR: A Srinagar court has acquitted a butcher booked under the Essential Commodities Act after holding that the prosecution failed to establish any legal requirement mandating the display of a government rate list at his shop. The judgment was delivered on May 7, 2026, by Kamiya Singh Andotra, Special Mobile Magistrate Srinagar (Railway Magistrate Kashmir), []
Most Dangerous Terrorists Exploit Data, Encrypted Networks To Operate Across Borders: LG Sinha
SRINAGAR, May 10: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday said the most dangerous terrorists exploit data and encrypted networks to operate across borders. Today, the worlds most dangerous criminals and terrorists do not always carry weapons; instead, they exploit code, data and encrypted networks to operate across borders. These are no longer threats of the distant future; they are the stark realities of the present, Sinha said at a function here. The LG was addressing newly recruited [] The post Most Dangerous Terrorists Exploit Data, Encrypted Networks To Operate Across Borders: LG Sinha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Family Dispute Case Ends in Acquittal After Kashmir Court Finds No Evidence of Assault
SRINAGAR: A court in Srinagar has acquitted four persons accused in a 2017 family dispute case after holding that the prosecution failed to prove charges of house trespass, assault, causing hurt and outraging the modesty of a woman beyond reasonable doubt. The judgment was delivered on May 7, 2026, by the court of Additional Third []
Four Injured in Pahalgam Road Mishap
SRINAGAR: Four persons were injured in a head-on collision between two vehicles near the Toll Post in Pahalgam on Sunday afternoon. Officials said that at around 2:05 pm, a vehicle bearing registration number JK02DD-4388, driven by Ankush Sanday, son of Sanjay Kumar Sanday and a resident of Sidra, Jammu, was travelling from Anantnag towards Pahalgam []
Shahid Iqbal flags off J&K U-20 Football team for national championship
SRINAGAR, May 10: Commissioner Secretary, Youth Services and Sports, Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary, today flagged off the Jammu and Kashmir U-20 Football team from the TRC Football Ground, Srinagar, for participation in the prestigious Swami Vivekananda U-20 National Football Championship. The ceremony was attended by senior officers of the J&K Sports Council, coaches, players and sports enthusiasts. Addressing the players on the occasion, Dr. Shahid Iqbal congratulated the team and extended best wishes for the championship. He urged the players [] The post Shahid Iqbal flags off J&K U-20 Football team for national championship appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rapido Operating Without Valid Licence in Jammu Kashmir, Warns Transport Commissioner
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Transport Commissioner Vishesh Mahajan on Sunday said that bike taxi service Rapido is operating in the Union Territory without a valid licence and cautioned that people using or participating in the service would do so at their own risk. In a post on X, Mahajan said his office had received multiple []
Swiggy, magicpin say delivery times improving as gig workers return to cities
NEW DELHI, May 10: Delivery times are improving and set to normalise soon as a large section of gig workers return to cities after the recent state elections and the peak harvest season, Swiggy and magicpin said. Anshoo Sharma, Founder and CEO of magicpin, told PTI the return of delivery riders is helping improve rider availability across food delivery platforms. The delivery riders who were away from metros to cast their vote, are now back in cities. This is helping [] The post Swiggy, magicpin say delivery times improving as gig workers return to cities appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LTTS CEO Amit Chadhas FY26 remuneration drops 17% to Rs 15 crore
NEW DELHI, May 10: L&T Technology Services (LTTS) CEO and MD Amit Chadha drew a total remuneration of Rs 14.96 crore for financial year 2025-26, a decline of 17.4 per cent from the previous year, according to the companys annual report. Chadhas compensation package for the fiscal year included a base salary of Rs 5.77 crore, a commission of Rs 2.62 crore, and variable pay of Rs 1.68 crore. Additionally, he received Rs 4.88 crore as perquisites related to the [] The post LTTS CEO Amit Chadhas FY26 remuneration drops 17% to Rs 15 crore appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Iran uses mosquito fleet to tighten grip on Strait of Hormuz: Report
MOSCOW, May 10: Iran is relying on a large network of fast attack boats, described as a mosquito fleet, to maintain control over the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, according to a report by the Financial Times citing defense experts. The report said Iranian authorities operate hundreds of small, fast-moving vessels, many of them lightly armed, while others are equipped with short-range missiles. These boats are believed to form the backbone of Irans asymmetric naval strategy in the region. Military [] The post Iran uses mosquito fleet to tighten grip on Strait of Hormuz: Report appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Iran calls US nuke threat Grotesque Absurdity; Putin backs Tehran
TEHRAN, May 10: Iran on Sunday sharply rebuked the United States after President Donald Trump allegedly threatened a possible nuclear strike, with Tehrans foreign ministry calling the remarks a contradiction of Washingtons stated desire for peace. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said on X that it was a grotesque absurdity for the United States to claim it seeks peace and aims to prevent a nuclear crisis while simultaneously warning of overwhelming force by describing as one big glow. In [] The post Iran calls US nuke threat Grotesque Absurdity; Putin backs Tehran appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pak Army chief terms last years conflict with India as battle of two ideologies
ISLAMABAD, May 10: Pakistans Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir on Sunday termed last years conflict with India as a battle between two ideologies. Addressing a ceremony at General Headquarters in Rawalpindi to mark the first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq, the name given by Islamabad to the four-day conflict with India, Munir also claimed that Pakistans strategy was superior to that of India during the conflict. In response to the Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 people, mostly tourists, [] The post Pak Army chief terms last years conflict with India as battle of two ideologies appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Non-binary Indian migrant elected member of Scottish Parliament
LONDON, May 10: Q Manivannan, an India-born anthropologist who identifies as non-binary, has been elected to the devolved Scottish Parliament on a platform of kinder politics for the region. The newly elected member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP) secured a win on the Edinburgh and Lothians East list for the pro-independence Scottish Greens in Thursdays polls. The student from Tamil Nadu was able to contest as a result of a rule change that allowed foreigners on even short-term visas and [] The post Non-binary Indian migrant elected member of Scottish Parliament appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Sinha Hands Appointment Letters to Newly Recruited Constables in Srinagar
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday distributed appointment letters to newly recruited constables during a function held at Zewan in Srinagar. Addressing the recruits, the Lieutenant Governor said the induction of new personnel would further strengthen the operational capacity of the Jammu and Kashmir Police and improve the overall efficiency of []
Mockery of environmental impact assessment process in Great Nicobar project: Ramesh
NEW DELHI, May 10: Congress leader Jairam Ramesh wrote to Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on Sunday, claiming that the Great Nicobar Island development project would destroy the unique ecosystem there, and urging him to pause, reflect, and revisit the venture in its present design and detail. In his letter to Yadav, Ramesh said the studies based on which environmental clearance has been granted to the project are grossly inadequate and there has been a mockery of the Environmental Impact Assessment [] The post Mockery of environmental impact assessment process in Great Nicobar project: Ramesh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SRINAGAR, 10th MAY, 2026: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Sunday handed over Appointment Letters to the newly recruited Constables of Jammu Kashmir Police during a landmark presentation ceremony at the Armed Police Complex, Zewan. Around 4000 recruits were selected through a transparent, merit-based process conducted by J&K Service Selection Board. The Lieutenant Governor extended [] The post Lieutenant Governor hands over Appointment Letters to Newly Recruited Constables of Jammu Kashmir Police appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
From BBM To Threema: How Messaging Apps Fuel J&K Terror Networks
SRINAGAR, May 10: The Blackberry Messenger (BBM) application has again surfaced on the terror network in Jammu and Kashmir, with the interrogation of a key Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist indicating the use of several applications, including some banned ones, to communicate with other members, officials said on Sunday. An LeT module, tasked with setting up bases outside Jammu and Kashmir, was busted by the Srinagar police early last month with the arrest of Abdullah alias Abu Hureira, a resident of Kasur [] The post From BBM To Threema: How Messaging Apps Fuel J&K Terror Networks appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Sinha Hands Over Appointment Letters To Newly Recruited J&K Police Constables
SRINAGAR, May 10: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday handed over Appointment Letters to the newly recruited Constables of Jammu Kashmir Police during a landmark presentation ceremony at the Armed Police Complex, Zewan. Around 4000 recruits were selected through a transparent, merit-based process conducted by J&K Service Selection Board. The Lieutenant Governor extended his heartiest congratulations to the new recruits and exhorted them to discharge their duties with absolute integrity, impartiality and unwavering commitment to national service. Joining the Jammu [] The post LG Sinha Hands Over Appointment Letters To Newly Recruited J&K Police Constables appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rapido Operating Without License In J&K, Action Ordered: Transport Commissioner
Srinagar, May 10: Jammu and Kashmir Transport Commissioner Vishesh Mahajan on Sunday stated that bike taxi service Rapido is operating in the Union Territory without a valid license and warned that those using or participating in the service are doing so at their own risk. In a post on X, Mahajan said that his office has received several complaints regarding the operation of Rapido in Jammu and Kashmir. He clarified that the company has not been granted permission to operate [] The post Rapido Operating Without License In J&K, Action Ordered: Transport Commissioner appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG VK Saxena Launches Plantation Of 2100 Cherry Saplings At Phyang
Leh, May 10: With an aim to conserve the environment and promote sustainable development in Ladakh, the Lieutenant Governor of UT Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, inaugurated the mass plantation of 2100 cherry saplings at Drikung Dharma Foundation in Phyang. The plantation drive was organised as part of a green initiative undertaken by the Drikung Dharma Foundation in collaboration with SankalpTaru Foundation under the guidance and inspiration of His Holiness Drikung Skyabgon Chetsang Rinpoche. On this occasion, the Lieutenant Governor described [] The post LG VK Saxena Launches Plantation Of 2100 Cherry Saplings At Phyang appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K | Tribals Hold Mega Assembly In Bhaderwah, Decide Social Boycott Of Drug Traffickers
BHADERWAH (DODA), May 10: Tribal communities in Jammu and Kashmirs Bhaderwah region, mainly Gujjars and Bakarwals, have decided to enforce a social boycott of any community member found involved in drug consumption or trafficking. Tribal groups led by Lumberdar Mohd Hussain Chechi held a mega Jirga (assembly of tribal elders) at Soundhar meadow in the Kellar Forest Range of Bhaderwah, where they pledged to strengthen the fight against substance abuse as part of the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir [] The post J&K | Tribals Hold Mega Assembly In Bhaderwah, Decide Social Boycott Of Drug Traffickers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Drug regulator asks firms to file safety reports from actual launch date of new drugs
NEW DELHI, May 10: Indias drug regulator has directed manufacturers and importers to submit Periodic Safety Update Reports (PSURs) for new drugs from the date of actual marketing of the product rather than from the date of regulatory approval, in a move aimed at strengthening post-marketing safety surveillance. In an advisory issued by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) on April 21, the regulator said it has observed instances where companies obtained approval for a new drug but launched [] The post Drug regulator asks firms to file safety reports from actual launch date of new drugs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhi resident duped of Rs 80K through APK link; 1 held from Jharkhand
NEW DELHI, May 10: A 25-year-old man was arrested after a chase through forest and hilly terrain in Jharkhand for allegedly duping a Delhi resident of Rs 80,000 through a malicious APK link, officials said on Sunday. The accused has been identified as Pravin Rana, a resident of Giridih in Jharkhand. According to police, the victim had received an APK file and, after downloading it, his banking credentials were compromised. The money was subsequently transferred to a bank account and [] The post Delhi resident duped of Rs 80K through APK link; 1 held from Jharkhand appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar Abdullah Accuses Mehbooba Of Levelling False Charges On NC Govt
SRINAGAR, May 10: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah accused PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday of levelling false and baseless allegations against his government, alleging that she wants to divert peoples attention from her partys help to the BJP in winning a Rajya Sabha seat from the Union Territory last year. I was listening to her speech yesterday in which she claimed that an officer was asked for a bribe for a transfer. She also claimed that there [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Accuses Mehbooba Of Levelling False Charges On NC Govt appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir Police Advises Instagram Users to Exercise Caution Over DM Privacy Changes
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Police has issued a public advisory urging Instagram users to be cautious while sharing personal or sensitive information through direct messages following changes to the platforms privacy settings. In a post shared on X, the police said many users believe Instagram direct messages are completely private, but warned that the platform []
CM Omar Slams Mehbooba Mufti Over Backdoor Appointment Claims, Defends Outsourcing Policy
GANDERBAL, May 10: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday rejected allegations of backdoor appointments levelled against the National Conference government and accused the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led by Mehbooba Mufti of spreading baseless narratives to mislead the public. Talking to reporters here the Chief Minister, challenged the PDP leadership to provide even a single example of alleged backdoor recruitment. He said outsourcing is a structured administrative mechanism under government schemes cannot be equated with illegal appointments. There is a [] The post CM Omar Slams Mehbooba Mufti Over Backdoor Appointment Claims, Defends Outsourcing Policy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Srinagar, May 10: Asserting that J&K Police are continuously fighting Pakistani-sponsored terrorism and carrying forward the anti-narcotics campaign under the leadership of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat on Sunday said that force stands firm in every situation and remains committed to safeguarding the nation. Addressing the presentation ceremony of appointment letters to newly recruited constables at Armed Police Complex Zewan here, the DGP welcomed the recruits into the police family and congratulated them and [] The post J&K Police Fighting Pak-Sponsored Terrorism, Carrying Forward Anti-Narcotics Campaign Under LG Sinhas Leadership: DGP Prabhat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Day ninth of Mega Free Medical Camp Witnesses Continued Public Participation at MIMC Devachan
Leh, May 10, 2026: The Mega Free Medical Camp, organised as part of the ongoing Sacred Exposition of the Holy Relics of the Tathagata Buddha in Ladakh, continued successfully on its ninth day at the Mahabodhi Karuna Charitable Hospital Devachan Campus, Leh, witnessing continued participation from the public. The camp is being organised by the [] The post Day ninth of Mega Free Medical Camp Witnesses Continued Public Participation at MIMC Devachan appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Baseless Allegations Exposed Within Seconds, Do Your Homework First: CM Omar to Critics
SRINAGAR: CM Omar Abdullah on Sunday launched a sharp attack on his political critics, asserting that their baseless allegations are exposed within seconds while his government remains focused on development and public welfare. Those levelling charges without facts should first have the courage to do their homework. Lies made without substance are exposed within seconds, []
Day 9 of Yoga Session conducted at MIMC by Yoga Expert Rohit Rawat
Leh, May 10, 2026: The ninth day of the ongoing Yoga and Meditation Session at the Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre (MIMC), Leh, was conducted by renowned yoga teacher Rohit Rawat from The Yoga Institute Mumbai. The session witnessed enthusiastic participation, who actively engaged in various yoga practices aimed at promoting physical well-being, mental peace, and [] The post Day 9 of Yoga Session conducted at MIMC by Yoga Expert Rohit Rawat appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Sheep-Laden Vehicle Overturns on Mughal Road
SRINAGAR: A Tata Mobile vehicle carrying sheep overturned at Dubjan along the Mughal Road on Sunday, resulting in the death of several animals, officials said. The vehicle, bearing registration number JK12B-9441, reportedly skidded and turned turtle by the roadside while passing through the area. Officials said no human casualties or injuries were reported in the []
HC protects MP Shashi Tharoors personality rights, directs removal of deepfake video
NEW DELHI, May 10: The Delhi High Court has protected the personality rights of Congress MP Shashi Tharoor and directed X to take down a AI-generated deepfake video purportedly showing him praising Pakistans diplomacy. Justice Mini Pushkarna, in an interim order passed on Tharoors lawsuit, also restrained the misappropriation of the Thiruvananthapuram MPs name, image, distinct voice, signature oratorical cadence and manner of speaking, highly refined vocabulary and other facets of his persona to create and publish any deepfakes, voice-cloned [] The post HC protects MP Shashi Tharoors personality rights, directs removal of deepfake video appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indonesian police arrest 321 foreigners in operation to crack down on banned online gambling
JAKARTA, May 10: More than 300 foreign nationals were arrested in a raid on an alleged online gambling operation in the Indonesian capital of Jakarta, police have said, in one of the countrys largest crackdowns on illegal digital betting networks. The 321 foreigners, mainly from Vietnam, were arrested at a commercial building near the citys Chinatown section that investigators described as a hub for more than 70 online gambling websites, targeting players outside Indonesia, based on marketing records and digital [] The post Indonesian police arrest 321 foreigners in operation to crack down on banned online gambling appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UT With Dual Power Structure Worst Form Of Govt, Says Omar Abdullah
SRINAGAR, May 10: Terming the current administrative structure in Jammu and Kashmir the worst form of government, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has called for an urgent shift toward full statehood while acknowledging that significant progress has been made in narrowing differences with the Centre over the transaction of business rules. The chief minister also hit out at vested interests making efforts to create a political wedge between Jammu and Srinagar, saying they have failed and they will continue to fail, [] The post UT With Dual Power Structure Worst Form Of Govt, Says Omar Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sri Lanka, Tamil Nadu linked by history, culture: President Dissanayake congratulates CM Vijay
COLOMBO, May 10: President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Sunday highlighted the deep historical and cultural ties between Sri Lanka and Tamil Nadu as he congratulated actor-turned-politician Chandrasekar Joseph Vijay on being sworn in as the Chief Minister of the southern Indian state. In a social media post, Dissanayake said Sri Lanka and Tamil Nadu are connected through history, culture, enterprise, and enduring people-to-people ties across generations. Our future holds immense economic promise and opportunity as Sri Lanka and India continue [] The post Sri Lanka, Tamil Nadu linked by history, culture: President Dissanayake congratulates CM Vijay appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pakistan emerged as responsible nation, guarantor of global peace: PM Shehbaz
ISLAMABAD, May 10: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that Pakistan is now recognised as a responsible nation that not only knows how to defend itself, but has also emerged as a guarantor of global peace and stability. In a message issued by his office late Saturday night, marking the first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq, the name given by Islamabad to last years four-day conflict with India, Shehbaz also praised the role of the armed forces during the hostilities. In response [] The post Pakistan emerged as responsible nation, guarantor of global peace: PM Shehbaz appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
TN CM Vijay Signs First Order, Gives 200 Units Of Free Electricity To Domestic Users
Chennai, May 10: TVK founder Vijay, immediately after taking over as the Chief Minister on Sunday, signed papers allowing 200 units of free electricity for domestic consumers, for setting up a special force for womens safety and also for anti-drug trafficking units across the state. In his maiden address at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium here after taking over as the Chief Minister, Vijay said a new era of a regime committed to real secularism and social justice commenced now. [] The post TN CM Vijay Signs First Order, Gives 200 Units Of Free Electricity To Domestic Users appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dr A K Panda takes charge as new Chairman & Managing Director of SAIL
NEW DELHI, May 10: Dr Ashok Kumar Panda has assumed charge as Chairman & Managing Director of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) on May 9, the SAIL statement said here. He served as Director (Finance) of the company and also had the additional charge of Director (Commercial) for about nine months during this period. Academically, Panda has done BE in Electrical Engineering in 1992 and began his career as a Management Trainee (Technical) in SAIL. During his tenure as [] The post Dr A K Panda takes charge as new Chairman & Managing Director of SAIL appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir Govt Orders Inquiry into PWD Officials Over Snow Clearance Delays, Service Disruption
SRINAGAR: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has ordered a detailed inquiry into officials of the Public Works (R and B) Department following major delays in snow clearance operations that disrupted road connectivity and essential services across the region. As per an official order issued from the Civil Secretariat on May 8, 2026 the probe []
