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Indias New Global Positioning in Textiles
ShriGiriraj Singh When we speak of Indias textile sector, we are not merely referring to factories, machines and fashion. We are talking about the lives of millions of Indians whose daily reality is rooted in cotton fields, handlooms, powerlooms and sewing machines. Over the last 11 years, under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri [] The post Indias New Global Positioning in Textiles appeared first on Northlines .
Chief Secy Reviews Mining Reforms, Revenue Mobilisation And Technology-Driven Enforcement In J&K
Mandatory GPS, RFID and e-challaning for mineral transportation by January 26, 2026 JAMMU, Dec 16: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a review meeting of the Mining Department to assess the progress of mining sector reforms, revenue realisation measures, technological interventions and enforcement mechanisms aimed at curbing illegal mining across J&K. During the meeting, the Chief Secretary reviewed the departments performance in implementing policy reforms, auctioning of mineral blocks and strengthening monitoring systems, while underscoring the need for transparency, sustainability [] The post Chief Secy Reviews Mining Reforms, Revenue Mobilisation And Technology-Driven Enforcement In J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar Abdullah Urges Gujjar Institutions To Research On Climate Change, Reservation Impact
Jammu, Dec 16:Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday called upon Gujjar institutions to undertake scientific research on the impact of climate change and reservation on the Gujjar-Bakerwal community, saying such studies would help shape effective policies for the future. The chief minister was addressing a gathering at the Gurjar Desh Charitable Trust (GDCT), Jammu, during the commemoration of the third death anniversary of former vice-chancellor of Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University, Dr Masud Ahmed Choudhary. He described [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Urges Gujjar Institutions To Research On Climate Change, Reservation Impact appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NC MPs Meet UHM Amit Shah In New Delhi
Srinagar, Dec 15: Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC) Members of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha met Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah on Tuesday and submitted a detailed memorandum highlighting key constitutional, humanitarian, and administrative concerns impacting Jammu & Kashmir. NC MPs comprising of Chowdry Mohammad Ramzan, Sajjad Ahmad Kitchloo, and Gurwinder Singh Oberoi met Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi. The memorandum, dated 15th December 2025 as per KNC, focused on three major issues, On humanitarian concerns [] The post NC MPs Meet UHM Amit Shah In New Delhi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India Needs To Strengthen Tech, Values To Become Developed Nation By 2047: Prez Murmu
Mandya (Karnataka), Dec 16 : President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday said as India moves towards the vision of a developed nation by 2047, the country needs both the power of technology and the strength of values. She was speaking at the inauguration of the 1066th Jayanthi celebrations of Adi Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara Shivayogi Mahaswamiji at Malavalli in this district. Addressing the gathering here, she said, As we move towards the vision of developed India by 2047, we need both the [] The post India Needs To Strengthen Tech, Values To Become Developed Nation By 2047: Prez Murmu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Nation Bows In Pride To Armed Forces Who Delivered Decisive Victory In 1971 War: Rajnath
New Delhi, Dec 16: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday saluted the bravehearts on the occasion of Vijay Diwas, and said the nation bows in pride and gratitude to the Indian Armed Forces who delivered the decisive victory in the 1971 war. Singh, Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan, Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi, IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal A P Singh, Vice Chief of the Naval Staff Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan and Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh laid [] The post Nation Bows In Pride To Armed Forces Who Delivered Decisive Victory In 1971 War: Rajnath appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sagar Chairs Meeting Of Committee On Public Undertakings
JAMMU, Dec 16: A meeting of Committee on Public Undertakings (PUC) of Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly today held under the Chairmanship of MLA, Ali Mohammad Sagar, at Assembly Complex here to discuss and examine the Audit Paras pertaining to PWD (JKPCC). Threadbare discussions were held on various issues pointed out in CAGs audit paras number 7.1, 7.2 and 7.3. pertaining to Jammu and Kashmir Projects Construction Corporation (JKPCC). Accountant General J&K, Tsewang Tharchin, highlighted the issues of audit paras. [] The post Sagar Chairs Meeting Of Committee On Public Undertakings appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CIK Detains 12 in Multi-District Terror Network Raids
SRINAGAR: Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) on Tuesday launched a major crackdown against a terror-linked network operating under the guise of social activism, conducting coordinated searches across multiple districts of the Valley and detaining 12 suspects for questioning. CIK said, in a decisive blow to anti-national elements operating under the garb of social activism, Counter Intelligence []
Ladakh Achieves Significant Progress In Strengthening Cooperative Movement: Shah
New Delhi, Dec 16: Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said Ladakh has made significant progress in strengthening the cooperative movement, and the Centre has approved computerisation of 10 Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) so far. In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha, the minister said, as per the 2011 Census, Ladakh has a total population of 2,74,289, including a rural population of 2,12,280. The Union Territory is covered by 169 PACS, out of which 129 are currently [] The post Ladakh Achieves Significant Progress In Strengthening Cooperative Movement: Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Together, We Should March To Achieve The Lofty Vision Of Making India A Developed Nation: LG
Jammu, Dec 16 : On Vijay Diwas, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today unveiled the 108-feet high mast National Flag at Kachrial in Akhnoor. The Lieutenant Governor paid homage to the martyrs, soldiers and officers, who made the country proud by their valour and sacrifice during 1971 war. He also felicitated the War Veterans and Veer Naris and saluted their courage and sacrifice for the nation. The land of Kachrial not only holds historical significance but it is also a holy [] The post Together, We Should March To Achieve The Lofty Vision Of Making India A Developed Nation: LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ACB Charges Former Sarpanch in Bribery Case
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Tuesday submitted a charge-sheet before the Special Anti-Corruption Court in Srinagar against a former Sarpanch from Ganderbal in a bribery trap case. In a statement, JK Anti-Corruption Bureau presented Charge-sheet in case FIR No. 13/2023 under Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 of []
Only 45 Jobs Generated so far From Jammu Kashmirs Lone Textile Park
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir has generated just 45 jobs so far from its only approved textile park, highlighting the Union Territorys marginal presence in the Centres textile infrastructure push even as large scale integrated parks elsewhere are projected to create lakhs of jobs. Data tabled in the Lok Sabha shows that the Jammu and Kashmir []
How to Transfer Commercial Vehicle Insurance Policy Ownership?
Understanding the process of transferring policy ownership for a commercial vehicle insurance policy is paramount whenever a vehicle is bought or sold. Many people limit themselves to transferring the RC and take the transfer of insurance casually. However, transferring the ownership of an insurance plan is equally important for legal protection. Moreover, commercial vehicles serve business needs, so any insurance gap can lead to compliance issues and financial risks. Thats why both the seller and buyer must follow the right [] The post How to Transfer Commercial Vehicle Insurance Policy Ownership? appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CIK Cracks Down On Terror-Linked Network, 12 Detained In Valley-Wide Searches
Srinagar, Dec 16: Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) on Tuesday launched a major crackdown against a terror-linked network operating under the guise of social activism, conducting coordinated searches across multiple districts of the Valley and detaining 12 suspects for questioning. In a decisive blow to anti-national elements operating under the garb of social activism, Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) today conducted coordinated searches across multiple districts of the Kashmir, exposing a clandestine terror-support ecosystem masquerading as voices of social change. The searches [] The post CIK Cracks Down On Terror-Linked Network, 12 Detained In Valley-Wide Searches appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SRINAGAR: Worker participation under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme in Jammu and Kashmir has declined from its pandemic era peak, with 7.7 lakh workers provided employment so far in 2025 to 26, down from over 10.5 lakh workers in 2024 to 25, official data tabled in Parliament shows. According to the Ministry []
IPL Auction 2026: J&Ks Auqib Nabi Dar snapped up by Delhi Capitals for Rs 8.40 crore
lSrinagar: Jammu and Kashmir cricket created history at the IPL Season 19 mini auction as Baramulla-born pacer Auqib Nabi Dar emerged as among the most expensive Indian player, fetching a staggering Rs 8.40 crore from Delhi Capitals. The high-value deal, not only underlined Auqibs rising stature in Indian cricket but also marked a landmark moment []
SEBI board to discuss overhaul of MF, brokerage rules on Wednesday
NEW DELHI, Dec 16: SEBI board on Wednesday will consider a report of a high-level panel, which has recommended public disclosure of assets of senior officers to avoid conflict of interest, along with comprehensive reviews of its mutual fund and stock broker norms, officials said. Other key agenda include relaxed KYC requirements for NRIs and introduction of a closing-auction session, they added. This would be the fourth board meeting chaired by Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey who assumed office [] The post SEBI board to discuss overhaul of MF, brokerage rules on Wednesday appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Fire Engulfs Residential House in Srinagar
SRINAGAR: A fire broke out in Srinagars Shaheed Gunj area on Tuesday afternoon, officials said, adding that Fire and Emergency Services personnel have been rushed to the spot to douse the flames. An official said that the fire erupted in the attic portion of an residential houses in the densely populated Shaheed Gunj locality. He []
ITC Hotels plans 4 properties under Storii brand at wildlife destinations
NEW DELHI, Dec 16: ITC Hotels Ltd plans to open four properties under its boutique brand, Storii by ITC Hotels with a total of 141 rooms at wildlife destinations in India, the company said on Tuesday. The four properties under Storii by ITC Hotels will be opened in Jawai, Ranthambore, Dhari Gir, and Sasan Gir, bringing immersive hospitality to the heart of nature at key national parks, the company said in a statement. This enables us to curate nature-led [] The post ITC Hotels plans 4 properties under Storii brand at wildlife destinations appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Yashoda Healthcare, Fusion CX, Orient Cables, 4 others get SEBIS approval for IPOs
NEW DELHI, Dec 16: As many as seven companies, including Yashoda Healthcare Services, Fusion CX and Orient Cables, have secured SEBIS approval to raise funds through initial public offerings (IPOs), data with the markets regulator showed on Tuesday. Other firms that received regulatory approvals are Turtlemint Fintech Solutions, RSB Retail India, SFC Environmental Technologies, and Lohia Corp. Together, these companies are expected to fetch over Rs 6,000 crore, market sources said. These seven companies approached Sebi between May and [] The post Yashoda Healthcare, Fusion CX, Orient Cables, 4 others get SEBIS approval for IPOs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K ACB Chargesheets Then Sarpanch Manigam In Trap Case
GANDERBAL, Dec 16: Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau presented Charge-sheet in case FIR No. 13/2023 under Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 of Police Station ACB Srinagar Kashmir against accused public servant namely Mohammad Muzaffer Rather, then Sarpanch Manigam Ganderbal, in a bribery case before the Hon`ble Special Judge Anti-Corruption Court Srinagar. The FIR was registered on 01-08-2023 on a written complaint alleging therein that aforesaid accused demanded 9,000/- as bribe for affecting settlement between the complainant [] The post J&K ACB Chargesheets Then Sarpanch Manigam In Trap Case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Petroleum products, electronic goods pushing Indias exports to China: Govt data
NEW DELHI, Dec 16: Petroleum products, and electronic goods are helping India increase its exports to China, with which it has a huge trade deficit of about USD 100 billion, according to the commerce ministry data. Indias exports to China rose from USD 9.20 billion in April-November 2024 to USD 12.22 billion in April-November 2025, an increase of 32.83 per cent year-on-year. Petroleum products emerged as the largest contributor in the exports to China. It was followed by electronic [] The post Petroleum products, electronic goods pushing Indias exports to China: Govt data appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Motorcyclist Killed in North Kashmir Road Mishap
SRINAGAR: A motorcyclist was killed in a road accident involving a Sumo vehicle in the Janbazpora area of North Kashmirs Baramulla on Tuesday, officials said. The collision involved a motorcycle bearing registration number JK05K-7140 and a Sumo vehicle, which fled the scene immediately after the incident. The rider, identified as Ghulam Qadir Zarger, son of []
Kashmir Cricketer Auqib Nabi Dar Sold to Delhi Capitals at Rs8.40Crores
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmirs uncapped all-rounder Auqib Nabi Dar was acquired by Delhi Capitals for a staggering Rs 8.40 crore at the IPL 2026 auction on Tuesday, marking one of the highest bids for an Indian uncapped player and validating his breakout Ranji Trophy performances. The detail was shared on official X handle of IPL. []
KKR Land Green For Record-Breaking Rs 25.20 Crore, Spend Rs 18 Crore For Pathirana
Abu Dhabi, Dec 16: Kolkata Knight Riders splurged a record-breaking Rs 25.20 to land top Australian all-rounder Cameron Green and Rs 18 crore to acquire the services of Sri Lankan pacer Matheesha Pathirana in the Indian Premier League players auction here on Tuesday. Indian stars Prithvi Shaw and Sarfaraz Khan, however, went unsold in the auction despite their good run of form with the bat. Green surpassed compatriot Mitchell Starc (Rs 24.75 crore) to become the most expensive overseas player [] The post KKR Land Green For Record-Breaking Rs 25.20 Crore, Spend Rs 18 Crore For Pathirana appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Uncapped J&K pace bowler Auqib Dar sold to Delhi Capitals for Rs 8.40 crore.
Uncapped J&K pace bowler Auqib Dar sold to Delhi Capitals for Rs 8.40 crore. The post Uncapped J&K pace bowler Auqib Dar sold to Delhi Capitals for Rs 8.40 crore. appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CAPFs Report 438 Suicides, 7 Fratricides in 3 Years; Over 23,000 Resignations Since 2014: Govt Data
New Delhi, Dec 16: A total of 438 suicides and seven fratricides were reported among personnel of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Assam Rifles, and National Security Guard (NSG) over the last three years, the government informed Parliament on Tuesday. In a written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha, Minister of State [] The post CAPFs Report 438 Suicides, 7 Fratricides in 3 Years; Over 23,000 Resignations Since 2014: Govt Data appeared first on Northlines .
CAPFs Saw 438 Suicides, 7 Fratricides In 3 Years; Over 23,000 Personnel Resigned Since 2014: Govt
New Delhi, Dec 16: A total of 438 incidents of suicide and seven fratricides were reported among the personnel of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Assam Rifles and National Security Guard (NSG) over the last three years, the government informed Parliament on Tuesday. In a written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai provided data that showed that the number of suicide cases declined from 157 in 2023 to 133 [] The post CAPFs Saw 438 Suicides, 7 Fratricides In 3 Years; Over 23,000 Personnel Resigned Since 2014: Govt appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Lockheed Martin finishes production of F-16 block 70 initial fleets of Bulgaria, Slovakia
WASHINGTON, Dec 16: US defense contractor Lockheed Martin has completed the production of all F-16 Block 70 fighter jets for the initial fleets of both Bulgaria and Slovakia, the company has announced. Lockheed Martin has completed production of all F?16 Block 70 aircraft for Bulgaria and Slovakias initial fleets, equipping both air forces with advanced F-16s ready for NATO and allied operations, the company said in a statement on Monday. According to previous statements from Lockheed Martin, Slovakia is [] The post Lockheed Martin finishes production of F-16 block 70 initial fleets of Bulgaria, Slovakia appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indias diversity a strength in AI era, solutions built here can benefit world: Pradhan
NEW DELHI, Dec 16: Indias linguistic and socio-cultural diversity is a strength in the age of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said on Tuesday, adding that solutions built here in healthcare, education and agriculture can also benefit other regions such as Africa and Latin America. Describing technology as a strategic driver of national transformation, the minister said estimates indicate AI can add nearly USD 1.7 trillion to Indias economy by 2035. But AI is not only [] The post Indias diversity a strength in AI era, solutions built here can benefit world: Pradhan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PDPs Iltija Condemns Nitish Kumar Over Hijab Controversy
SRINAGAR: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader Iltija Mufti on Tuesday strongly condemned the alleged incident involving Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar at a government function in Patna, describing it as deeply objectionable and disrespectful. Reacting to a video that went viral on social media, Mufti said the alleged act of pulling the hijab or nose []
R&B Appoints Rajesh Kumar Gupta As In-Charge Engineer-In-Chief (Technical)
JAMMU, Dec 16: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has placed Er. Rajesh Kumar Gupta as In-charge Engineer-in-Chief (Secretary Technical) in the Public Works (R&B) Department with immediate effect. According to an order issued by the department, Er Gupta, who was serving as In-charge Chief Engineer (Civil), has been given the additional responsibility in his own pay and grade following the decision of the Council of Ministers. See Order Copy Click Here. The post R&B Appoints Rajesh Kumar Gupta As In-Charge Engineer-In-Chief (Technical) appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sunil Gandotra Posted As In-Charge Chief Engineer (Mechanical)
JAMMU, Dec 16: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has placed Er. Sunil Gandotra, In-charge Superintending Engineer (Mechanical), as In-charge Chief Engineer (Mechanical) with immediate effect. An order issued by the Public Works (R&B) Department said the placement has been made in his own pay and grade following the decision of the Council of Ministers. Consequent upon the order, Er. Gandotra has been posted as In-charge Chief Engineer, Mechanical and Hospitals Directorate, Jammu. See Order Copy Click Here. The post Sunil Gandotra Posted As In-Charge Chief Engineer (Mechanical) appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Opposition MPs protest against VB-G RAM G bill on rural employment, term it insult to Bapu
New Delhi, Dec 16: Several opposition MPs protested in the Parliament House complex on Tuesday over the VB-G RAM G Bill that has become a new flashpoint with the government, as they accused the BJP-led NDA dispensation of insulting Mahatma Gandhi and demanded the withdrawal of the proposed legislation. Soon after the government introduced the bill in Lok Sabha seeking to replace MGNREGA, Congress Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, DMKs TR Baalu, RSPs N K Premchandran, among [] The post Opposition MPs protest against VB-G RAM G bill on rural employment, term it insult to Bapu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
R&B Deptt Places 8 Incharge SEs As Incharge CEs
JAMMU, Dec 16: The Public Works (Road and Building) Department of the Jammu and Kashmir Government has ordered the placement of 8 Incharge SEs (Civil) as Incharge CEs(Civil). Consequently, the Department also ordered their adjustment in different zones and offices. See Order Copy Click Here. The post R&B Deptt Places 8 Incharge SEs As Incharge CEs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Over 2,400 Rural Masons Certified in Jammu Kashmir Under PMAY G
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir has certified 2,494 rural masons under the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana Gramin Rural Mason Training programme since its inception, placing the Union Territory among the beneficiaries of the Centres drive to improve construction quality and disaster resilience in rural housing, Parliament was informed. According to details tabled in the Lok Sabha, []
Modi Trying To Eliminate Rural Poors Secure Livelihood, New Bill Insult To Bapus Ideals: Rahul
New Delhi, Dec 16: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday termed the bill on rural employment an insult to the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi, as he accused the Narendra Modi government of seeking to eliminate the secure livelihood of the rural poor after destroying the future of Indias youth through severe unemployment. Several opposition MPs protested in the Parliament House complex on Tuesday over the VB-G RAM G Bill that seeks to replace MGNREGA and has become a new flashpoint [] The post Modi Trying To Eliminate Rural Poors Secure Livelihood, New Bill Insult To Bapus Ideals: Rahul appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Please Step Down: PDP Leader Iltija Mufti Slams Nitish Over Hijab Incident
Srinagar, Dec 16: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader Iltija Mufti on Tuesday called Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumars act of pulling down the veil off a Muslim womans face as shameful, saying he should step down with decency and dignity if his health was not good. This is a shameful act. We respect Nitish ji because he is an old man. But, if you are that old that God forbid, you have become so much senile that on one hand [] The post Please Step Down: PDP Leader Iltija Mufti Slams Nitish Over Hijab Incident appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UNITED NATIONS: In a sharp retort, India ripped through Pakistans divisive agenda at the UN Security Council, calling out Islamabads unique way of respecting the will of its people by jailing a prime minister and giving lifetime immunity to its army chief. Indias Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni, delivered a strong response []
3 Indian students among those injured in Australias Bondi Beach attack
MELBOURNE, Dec 16: Three Indian students were among 40 people injured in the terrorist attack on Sydneys Bondi Beach in Australia, according to a media report on Tuesday. Two out of these three students are believed to be receiving treatment in the hospital, The Australia Today news portal reported. The names of the Indian students injured during Sundays attack have not been disclosed yet. The Indian students sustained injuries during the shooting, and their exact condition has not been [] The post 3 Indian students among those injured in Australias Bondi Beach attack appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IPL 2026 to begin from March 26; Cameron Green Becomes Costliest Overseas Player, Bags 25.20 Cr Deal
Mumbai, Dec 16: The 19th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will be held from March 26 to May 31, but uncertainty remains over whether defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will host matches at their home venue, the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, following a deadly stampede earlier this year. As per tradition, the IPL [] The post IPL 2026 to begin from March 26; Cameron Green Becomes Costliest Overseas Player, Bags 25.20 Cr Deal appeared first on Northlines .
Colder Nights Return To Kashmir As Mercury Dips Below Freezing Point
Srinagar, Dec 16: After a brief respite, Kashmir witnessed a sharp drop in night temperatures, with minimum readings settling below the freezing point across most parts of the valley, officials said on Tuesday. Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, recorded a low of minus 1.8 degrees Celsius, nearly four degrees down from the Monday nights 1.9 degrees Celsius, they said. A thick layer of fog engulfed the city and most other parts of the valley, particularly areas around [] The post Colder Nights Return To Kashmir As Mercury Dips Below Freezing Point appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
China reiterates commitment to global anti-corruption cooperation at UN conference
BEIJING, Dec 16: China reaffirmed its commitment to strengthen international anti-corruption efforts during the opening of the 11th session of the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC) Conference in Doha yesterday. Leading Chinas delegation, Vice Foreign Minister Hua Chunying underscored the importance of global cooperation in tackling corruption. In her address, Hua highlighted Chinas success in its anti-corruption drive and the significant role of the Communist Party of Chinas (CPC) Eight-Point Regulation in promoting self-discipline and enforcing strict governance. The [] The post China reiterates commitment to global anti-corruption cooperation at UN conference appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Over 600 schools in Sri Lankas cyclone-hit provinces not to reopen for third term
COLOMBO, Dec 16: Over 600 schools in three cyclone-affected provinces of Sri Lanka will not be reopening for the third term, and the students will be promoted without tests, the Ministry of Education said on Tuesday. The Ministry of Education directed schools to refrain from conducting term tests for Grades 6 to 10 for the third term of the 2025 academic year, reported Newsfirst Lanka portal. In Sri Lanka, institutions which are primarily government-run divide the academic year into [] The post Over 600 schools in Sri Lankas cyclone-hit provinces not to reopen for third term appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Gunmen abduct 18 bus passengers in Pakistan
KARACHI, Dec 16: Eighteen people were abducted by unidentified gunmen in Pakistans Sindh province while they were en route to Quetta in a bus. The incident took place near the Ghotki area on Monday night when the attackers opened fire on the bus at the Highway Link Road close to the Sindh and Punjab border, and took hostage 18 male passengers. The driver and a few passengers were injured in the firing. A total of 18 to 20 attackers [] The post Gunmen abduct 18 bus passengers in Pakistan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pakistan, Russia discussing oil agreement: Finance Minister
ISLAMABAD, Dec 16 : The Russian and Pakistani energy ministries are discussing an oil agreement, and Pakistan would like to see it signed, Pakistani Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said in an interview with Sputnik. These are all areas which, you know, play to Russias strength. And we would be quite keen for them to come and, you know, take this equation forward with Pakistan. But as I said, this is being currently explored with the ministry of energy on both [] The post Pakistan, Russia discussing oil agreement: Finance Minister appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UT-Level Committee Constituted To Integrate VPRP With GPDP For 202526
JAMMU, Dec 16: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has constituted a Union Territory-level Coordination Committee to ensure effective integration of the Village Prosperity Resilience Plan (VPRP) with the Gram Panchayat Development Plan (GPDP) for the year 2025-26. See Order Copy Click Here. The post UT-Level Committee Constituted To Integrate VPRP With GPDP For 202526 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Govt Declares Services Of 58 Secretariat Employees As Quasi-Permanent
JAMMU, Dec 16: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has declared the services of 58 members of the J&K Secretariat (Subordinate) Service as quasi-permanent. See Order Copy Click Here. The post J&K Govt Declares Services Of 58 Secretariat Employees As Quasi-Permanent appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mehbooba Mufti Questions Nitish Kumars Continuation As Bihar CM Over Hijab Incident
SRINAGAR, Dec 16: PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday said she was shocked to see Bihar Chief Minister pulling down the veil off a Muslim womans face, as the former Jammu and Kashmir CM raised questions on Nitish Kumar continuing in office. Having personally known & admired Nitish ji I was shocked to see him pull down a young Muslim womans naqaab. Does one attribute it to old age or the normalisation of humiliating Muslims publicly, Mufti said in a [] The post Mehbooba Mufti Questions Nitish Kumars Continuation As Bihar CM Over Hijab Incident appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM Modi Invites Jordanian Companies To Invest In India, Earn Good Returns
AMMAN, Dec 16: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday invited Jordanian companies to invest in India, saying they can look forward to good returns on their investments as the country is growing at over 8 per cent. Speaking at the India-Jordan Business Forum meet here, Modi said India is soon going to become the third-largest economy in the world, and presents opportunities for Jordanian companies to become part of the growth story. He said Indias high GDP numbers are due [] The post PM Modi Invites Jordanian Companies To Invest In India, Earn Good Returns appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K: Arms, Ammunition Recovered from Graveyard in Srinagar
Srinagar, Dec 16: Security forces on Tuesday recovered arms and ammunition from a graveyard in the Natipora area of Srinagar during a search operation linked to an ongoing terror-related investigation, officials said. A police team, assisted by a forensic science laboratory (FSL) unit and an executive magistrate, carried out the search at the graveyard, the [] The post J&K: Arms, Ammunition Recovered from Graveyard in Srinagar appeared first on Northlines .
SC agrees to hear Justice Yashwant Varmas plea challenging constitution of inquiry panel
New Delhi, Dec 16: The Supreme Court on Tuesday agreed to hear Allahabad High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varmas plea challenging the constitution of an inquiry committee by Lok Sabha Speaker to probe corruption charges against him. The inquiry committee comprises Supreme Court judge Aravind Kumar, Madras High Court Chief Justice Manindra Mohan Shrivastava, and senior Karnataka High Court advocate B V Acharya. A bench of Justices Dipankar Datta and Augustine George Masih issued notices to the office of the [] The post SC agrees to hear Justice Yashwant Varmas plea challenging constitution of inquiry panel appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Earthquake hits Pakistan, no casualties reported
KARACHI, Dec 16: A 5.2 magnitude earthquake has struck parts of Pakistans largest city Karachi and some areas of the Balochistan province, officials said. The National Seismic Monitoring Centre said the epicentre of the Mondays earthquake was in Balochistans Sonmiani, with a depth of 12 km and was centred about 87 km from Karachi. A Rescue 1122 official said no casualties or injuries were reported. Karachi had witnessed a series of mild earthquakes in June and July this year, [] The post Earthquake hits Pakistan, no casualties reported appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K | Arms, Ammunition Recovered From Graveyard In Srinagar
SRINAGAR, Dec 16: Security forces on Tuesday recovered arms and ammunition from a graveyard in the Natipora area here during a search operation linked to an ongoing investigation, officials said. A police team, accompanied by a forensic science laboratory (FSL) team and an executive magistrate, conducted the search at the graveyard, the officials said. They said the searches were carried out as part of an investigation into a case registered under section 13 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), [] The post J&K | Arms, Ammunition Recovered From Graveyard In Srinagar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sonia Seeks Doubling Of Centres Contribution To Pay Of ASHA, Anganwadi Workers
New Delhi, Dec 16: Senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi on Tuesday raised the issue of distress faced by women frontline workers in the Rajya Sabha, seeking doubling of the Centres contribution to their pay and filling of nearly 3 lakh vacancies in the ICDS. Raising the issue during Zero Hour, the former Congress president said ASHA workers, anganwadi workers and helpers, and community resource persons under the National Rural Livelihood Mission remain overburdened and underpaid despite their vital contribution to [] The post Sonia Seeks Doubling Of Centres Contribution To Pay Of ASHA, Anganwadi Workers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
President Murmu Pays Tribute to 1971 War Heroes on Vijay Diwas
New Delhi, Dec 16: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday paid homage to Indian soldiers whose bravery secured the countrys victory over Pakistan in the 1971 War, marking Vijay Diwas. In a post on X, the President said the Indian Armys Empowerment through Indigenisation initiative reflects its preparedness to meet future challenges. Referring to Operation Sindoor, [] The post President Murmu Pays Tribute to 1971 War Heroes on Vijay Diwas appeared first on Northlines .
Wreath-Laying Held For Martyred SOG Jawan Amjad Ali Khan In J&Ks Udhampur
Udhampur, Dec 16: A wreath-laying ceremony for martyred SOG Jawan Amjad Ali Khan was held at District Police Lines Udhampur on Tuesday. Khan lost his life during an ongoing encounter in the Sohan area of Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir. The wreath-lying ceremony was attended by Jammu and Kashmir DGP Nalin Prabhat, IGP Jammu zone Bhim Sen Tuti, along with Senior Police officers, CRPF and District Udhampur Administration, who paid rich floral tribute to the martyred. Taking it to [] The post Wreath-Laying Held For Martyred SOG Jawan Amjad Ali Khan In J&Ks Udhampur appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhis Air Quality Very Poor, Haze Persists
NEW DELHI, Dec 16: The national capitals air quality saw some improvement on Tuesday morning, with an AQI of 377 as against 498 a day ago, even as smog blanketed the city, shivering at 8.3 degrees Celsius during the morning hours, reducing visibility. The air quality in the city at 9 am was in the very poor category. Over the past two days, Delhi witnessed worse conditions, with AQI readings crossing 400 at several locations, which falls in the [] The post Delhis Air Quality Very Poor, Haze Persists appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Goa Nightclub Fire Case: Thai Authorities Deport Luthra Brothers to India
Bangkok, Dec 16: Thai authorities on Tuesday deported Gaurav Luthra and Saurabh Luthra, co-owners of the Goa nightclub where 25 people were killed in a devastating fire on December 6, officials said. The deportation follows an ongoing investigation into the deadly blaze at Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Arpora, North Goa, which sparked nationwide [] The post Goa Nightclub Fire Case: Thai Authorities Deport Luthra Brothers to India appeared first on Northlines .
Cop killed in Udhampur encounter, terrorists flee to dense forest, ops on: Police
Udhampur: Inspector General of Police (IGP), Jammu Zone, Bhim Sen Tuti on Tuesday said that a cop has been killed in the ongoing encounter with terrorists in Udhampur district, while terrorists have fled toward the dense forest after initial firefight. Speaking with reporters, the IGP Jammu, said a cordon-and-search operation was launched yesterday evening in []
J&K: Army Havildar Killed in Landmine Blast in Kupwara
Kupwara, Dec 16: An Army soldier was killed in a landmine explosion in Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Tuesday. Havildar Zubair Ahmad of the 13 Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry was critically injured in the blast at Putaha Khan Gali in the Trehgam area of the border district on Monday, officials [] The post J&K: Army Havildar Killed in Landmine Blast in Kupwara appeared first on Northlines .
BDMA asks Centre to expedite implementation of MIP to counter Chinese predatory price cuts
HYDERABAD, Dec 16: Bulk drug manufacturers have supported Centres proposed MIP to safeguard domestic producers, saying it should be viewed as a time-bound and calibrated corrective measure and not as a protectionist move. In a bid to counter cheap imports from China, which has recently slashed prices, the Centre is in the process of introducing a Minimum Import Price (MIP) following sustained predatory pricing and a sharp decline in import prices, which indicate an imminent threat to the viability of [] The post BDMA asks Centre to expedite implementation of MIP to counter Chinese predatory price cuts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Inox Wind secures repeat 100 MW order from Jakson Green
NEW DELHI, Dec 16: Inox Wind on Tuesday said it has secured a repeat order for 100 MW from Jakson Green. This order is for the supply of IWLs 3.3 MW turbines for projects being developed by Jakson Green in Gujarat, a company statement said. Additionally, IWL will provide limited-scope EPC services for the project along with multi-year Operations & Maintenance (O&M) services post the commissioning of the turbines. With the addition of this order, total order inflow for [] The post Inox Wind secures repeat 100 MW order from Jakson Green appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Tata Power to finalise Rs 6,500-cr wafer-ingot project by January: CEO Praveer Sinha
BHUBANESWAR, Dec 16: Tata Power is looking to finalise its 10 GW wafer and ingot project, to be set up at an estimated cost of Rs 6,500 crore, by January next year, the companys CEO and MD Praveer Sinha said. The company is in talks with various states and will decide on the location soon, he saidon the sidelines of a company event here. Tata Power is looking to set up a 10 gigawatt wafer and ingot plant as part [] The post Tata Power to finalise Rs 6,500-cr wafer-ingot project by January: CEO Praveer Sinha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM Modi lauds India-Jordan cooperation as five key pacts signed during visit
AMMAN, Dec 16 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hailed the outcomes of his state visit to Jordan, describing them as a meaningful expansion of the India-Jordan partnership. During the visit, India and Jordan signed multiple key agreements to strengthen cooperation in strategic sectors. These five agreements include a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on technical cooperation in new and renewable energy, another MoU on collaboration in water resources management and development; a Twinning Agreement between Petra and Ellora to [] The post PM Modi lauds India-Jordan cooperation as five key pacts signed during visit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
13 Killed, 35 Injured as Fog Triggers Fiery Pile-Up on Yamuna Expressway
Mathura, Dec 16: At least 13 people were killed and 35 others injured after a massive vehicle pile-up on the Yamuna Expressway early Tuesday led to several buses catching fire, police said. The accident occurred around 4.30 am under the jurisdiction of Baldev Police Station when dense fog severely reduced visibility on the Agra-to-Noida stretch [] The post 13 Killed, 35 Injured as Fog Triggers Fiery Pile-Up on Yamuna Expressway appeared first on Northlines .
EOW Files Chargesheet Against Ex-Budgam Municipal President, 2 Others In 2022 Corruption Case
SRINAGAR, Dec 16: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir on Tuesday filed a chargesheet against three individuals, including former Municipal Committee Budgam president Ghulam Mohi-ud-Din Dar, in connection with a 2022 FIR alleging cheating, forgery, criminal conspiracy, and abuse of official position, officials said. The chargesheet was presented before the Court of Special Judge Anti-Corruption against Ghulam Mohi-ud-Din Dar, former President of Municipal Committee Budgam, along with Ghulam Mohammad Mir and Abdul Majid Bhat, all residents of [] The post EOW Files Chargesheet Against Ex-Budgam Municipal President, 2 Others In 2022 Corruption Case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Army Soldier Killed During Blasting For Road Construction In Trehgam, Kupwara
Srinagar: An army soldier was killed during blasting for road construction in the Putaha Khan Gali area of Trehgam, in the North Kashmir district of Kupwara. A senior police officer said that an explosion was used for road construction, which accidentally critically injured an army soldier. He was immediately shifted to Drugmulla Military Hospital, where []
J&K: Security Forces Tighten Cordon to Flush Out Terrorists in Udhampur
Jammu, Dec 16: Security forces on Tuesday intensified search operations in Udhampur district to track terrorists holed up in a village, a day after a policeman was martyred in an encounter, officials said. The operation was resumed in the area with a strengthened cordon to trace the militants, one of whom is believed to have [] The post J&K: Security Forces Tighten Cordon to Flush Out Terrorists in Udhampur appeared first on Northlines .
National Herald Case: Delhi Court Refuses To Take Cognisance Of ED Chargesheet Against Gandhis
New Delhi, Dec 16: A court here on Tuesday refused to take cognisance of the Enforcement Directorates money laundering charge against Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, and five others in the National Herald case. Special Judge Vishal Gogne noted the chargesheet filed in the case is based on an investigation into a complaint by a private person and not on an FIR of a predicate offence. Its cognisance is impermissible in law, the judge said. Reading out the operative [] The post National Herald Case: Delhi Court Refuses To Take Cognisance Of ED Chargesheet Against Gandhis appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CIK Raids 12 Locations Across Kashmir in Terror Probe
Srinagar, Dec 16: Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) on Tuesday carried out predawn raids at multiple locations across the Kashmir Valley as part of an ongoing investigation into a terror-related case. Official sources told news agency, that searches were conducted at 12 locations spread across seven districtsPulwama, Budgam, Kulgam, Srinagar, Baramulla, Anantnag and Kupwara. The operation [] The post CIK Raids 12 Locations Across Kashmir in Terror Probe appeared first on Northlines .
Soldier Dies In Landmine Blast In J&Ks Kupwara
KUPWARA, Dec 16: An Army soldier died in a landmine blast in the Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Tuesday. Havildar Zubair Ahmad of the Armys 13 Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry was injured in a land mine blast at Putaha Khan Gali in the Trehgam area of the border district on Monday (December 15, 2025), they said. Officials said, The injured soldier was rushed to a military hospital at Drugmulla but was declared dead on arrival. The post Soldier Dies In Landmine Blast In J&Ks Kupwara appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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All 3 Youth Hostels in Jammu Kashmir Non Functional
SRINAGAR: Three major youth hostels in Jammu and Kashmir, including the Srinagar youth hostel established in 1960, are classified as non-functional under the Centres Youth Hostel Scheme, part of a wider national problem in which 35 hostels across the country remain out of service, parliamentary records show. The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports told []
Centre Approves Major Tourism Projects in Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: The Union Ministry of Tourism has approved multiple tourism infrastructure initiatives in Jammu Kashmir. These projects, sanctioned under flagship schemes like Swadesh Darshan, PRASHAD, and the Assistance to Central Agencies for Tourism Infrastructure Development (ACATID), aim to bolster tourism facilities and elevate the overall visitor experience in the Union Territory. Minister of Tourism Gajendra []
Security Forces Hunt For Terrorists Holed Up In Udhampur Village
Jammu, Dec 16: Security forces searched for terrorists in Udhampur on Tuesday, a day after a policeman was martyred in a gunfight there, a police officer said. During the encounter on Monday, one terrorist was believed to have been injured, while two policemen suffered minor bullet wounds. The operation has been resumed in the area to track down the holed-up terrorists. The cordon has been further strengthened, the officer said. A joint team of the Special Operations Group (SOG) of [] The post Security Forces Hunt For Terrorists Holed Up In Udhampur Village appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CPCB Monitors 134 Rivers and Lakes in Jammu Kashmir: Centre
SRINAGAR: The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) is monitoring the water quality of 134 water bodies including rivers and lakes in Jammu and Kashmir under the National Water Quality Monitoring Programme (NWMP), the Centre informed the Lok Sabha on Monday. Replying to an unstarred question, Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Kirti []
Arms, Ammunition Seized from Srinagar Graveyard in Late-Night Raid
SRINAGAR: Security forces recovered arms, ammunition and other incriminating material from a graveyard in the Tar Natipora area of Srinagar during a late-night operation, sources said on Tuesday. Police sources said that a joint team of security forces conducted the recovery during the intervening night of Monday and Tueaday in connection with the investigation of []
2.3 Crore Tourists Visit Jammu Kashmir in 2024: Govt
SRINAGAR: The Union Government Monday informed Lok Sabha that Jammu and Kashmir witnessed a significant surge in tourism in the year 2024, with footfalls exceeding 2.30 crore visitors. This record influx includes more than 65,000 foreign tourists that underscores the Union Territorys increasingly prominent role in Indias tourism sector. Replying to an unstarred question, Union []
Pass Percentages Drop in Ladakh Schools After CBSE Transition
SRINAGAR: The Union Government acknowledged that the pass percentages for Class-10 and Class-12 students in Ladakhs government schools have declined. This drop follows the regions transition from the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). Minister of State for Education Jayant Chaudhary informed Lok Sabha that []
Supreme Court Orders Premises for CAT Jammu Within 30 Days
SRINAGAR: The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Centre and the Jammu and Kashmir administration to arrange suitable premises within a month for the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) in Jammu, expressing concern over continued delays in addressing the tribunals infrastructure needs. A bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant said the absence of proper facilities []
Mathura: 4 Killed, 25 Injured In Yamuna Expressway Pile-Up; Buses Catch Fire
MATHURA, Dec 16: Four people were killed and over two dozen were injured in an early Tuesday vehicle pile-up on the Yamuna Expressway here, a police officer said. At least seven buses and several smaller vehicles collided with each other in the dense fog around 4.30 am, the officer said. The incident happened under the Baldev Police Station jurisdiction. Four people died, and 25 were injured in the accident. The vehicles collided due to low visibility on the Agra-to-Noida side [] The post Mathura: 4 Killed, 25 Injured In Yamuna Expressway Pile-Up; Buses Catch Fire appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt Reports Jammu Kashmir Literacy Rate at 82 Per Cent in PLFS 202324
SRINAGAR: The literacy rate in Jammu and Kashmir has been recorded at 82 per cent, according to official data tabled in the Lok Sabha. The information was shared by the Union Ministry of Education in response to an unstarred question. Minister of State for Education Jayant Chaudhary said the figures are based on the Periodic []
A fourth-generation forest guardian from Kashmir, Kashif Farooq Bhat, blends family legacy with scientific training to protect the critically endangered Hangul, confronting habitat loss, climate disruption, conflict pressures, and community scepticism in Dachigam, reports Syed Shadab Ali Gillani In Srinagars Zabarwan foothills, Hangul, the Kashmir Stag, is fighting its silent battle against extinction within and []
Jammu Kashmir: Two More SOG Personnel Injured in Ongoing Encounter
SRINAGAR: Two more Special Operations Group (SOG) personnel sustained injuries during an encounter between militants and security forces in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday evening. Official sources said that during the gunfight, two additional SOG jawans were injured, while the terrorists are also believed to have suffered injuries. Earlier, one SOG jawan []
EOW Files Chargesheet in Major Municipal Fraud Case in Budgam
Srinagar: Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir on Tuesday said that it has presented a chargesheet before the Court of Special Judge Anti-Corruption, Srinagar in connection with FIR No. 03/2022, involving serious allegations of cheating, forgery, criminal conspiracy and abuse of official position. In a handout, the CBK said that the []
Udhampur Encounter: Two More SOG Jawans Injured, Area Under Tight Cordon
Udhampur, Dec 16: Two more Special Operations Group (SOG) personnel sustained injuries during the encounter between terrorists and security forces in Udhampur district Monday last evening. Official sources said that during the gunfight, two additional SOG jawans were injured, while the terrorists are also believed to have suffered injuries. Earlier, one SOG jawan was martyred in the encounter after succumbing to critical injuries. The encounter broke out after security forces launched a cordon-and-search operation based on specific intelligence inputs about [] The post Udhampur Encounter: Two More SOG Jawans Injured, Area Under Tight Cordon appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Municipal Scam Exposed: Crime Branch Files Chargesheet In Budgam Embezzlement Case
Srinagar, Dec 16: In a significant development, the Economic Offences Wing of Crime Branch Kashmir has presented a chargesheet in a high-profile fraud case concerning the illegal allotment of a Municipal Committee Budgam building, naming the then municipal president and two others for cheating, forgery and corruption. The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has presented a chargesheet before the Honble Court of Special Judge Anti-Corruption, Srinagar in connection with FIR No. 03/2022, involving serious allegations of cheating, [] The post Municipal Scam Exposed: Crime Branch Files Chargesheet In Budgam Embezzlement Case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CIK Conducts Multiple Raids In 7 Districts Across Kashmir In Terror Related Case
Srinagar: CounterIntelligence Kashmir of the Jammu and Kashmir Police conducted predawn searches at multiple locations in the Kashmir Division in a terrorrelated case on Tuesday. Official sources said that this morning CIK, along with police and CRPF, started conducting raids in seven districts across the valley in connection with an ongoing investigation into terrorrelated activities. []
There wasnt any threat to use trade to promote peace: Tharoor on Trumps India-Pak claims
NEW DELHI:In the backdrop of US President Donald Trumps repeated claims that he used trade to stop the India-Pakistan military conflict in May, Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Monday cited his conversations with various echelons of the government to state that neither was there any threat to use trade to promote peace nor was any []
