Dr Jitendra Conferred Lifetime Achievement Award For Medicine, Diabetes At Chennai Meet
CHENNAI, Mar 20 : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh was today conferred the Lifetime Achievement Award in Medicine & Diabetes at the Chennai National Meet for, as the award citation describes, his outstanding contribution as a distinguished medical professional, author and advocate for advancing Diabetes care and public health. This is the second Lifetime Achievement Award for medical excellence [] The post Dr Jitendra Conferred Lifetime Achievement Award For Medicine, Diabetes At Chennai Meet appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Govt Constitutes Technical Appraisal Committee For Vetting Of Specifications For Project Classroom Digital Board See Order Copy Click Here.. The post J&K Govt Constitutes Technical Appraisal Committee For Vetting Of Specifications For Project Classroom Digital Board appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Govt Constitutes Technical Panel To Review AI Use In ACB Investigations
JAMMU, Mar 20: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has constituted a Technical Appraisal Committee (TAC) to examine the proposed use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in investigative operations of the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB). See Order Copy Click Here.. The post J&K Govt Constitutes Technical Panel To Review AI Use In ACB Investigations appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Missing Woman Reunited With Family After 11 Years In J&Ks Poonch: Police
JAMMU, Mar 20: The police of Poonch district, under Police Station Surnkot, have reunited a woman from Uttar Pradesh with her family after eleven years. According to details, the woman, identified as Leelawati, who is mentally unwell and belongs to the Dwaj area of Uttar Pradesh, had been separated from her family eleven years ago. The Surankot Police, through the tireless efforts of SHO Surnkot, Abid Bukhari, succeeded in reuniting her with her family. Police stated that the woman had [] The post Missing Woman Reunited With Family After 11 Years In J&Ks Poonch: Police appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Structural changes in blood plasma proteins may reflect earliest signs of Alzheimers disease: Study
New Delhi, Mar 20: A new type of blood test that analyses the folding of amino acids rather than their amounts may detect earliest biological signs of Alzheimers disease, according to a study. Analysis of blood plasma samples from over 500 individuals show that structural differences in three proteins one involved in immune signalling, another in protein folding, and a third that transports fats in bloodstream are strongly linked to Alzheimers status, according to the findings published in [] The post Structural changes in blood plasma proteins may reflect earliest signs of Alzheimers disease: Study appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
War Between Iran, US-Israel Coalition Will Have Consequences On Global Economy: Farooq Abdullah
SRINAGAR, Mar 20: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Friday said that the war between Iran and the US-Israel coalition needs to come to an end quickly, as it could have massive repercussions for the global economy. It (war) will have severe consequences not only for the Indian economy but for the world economy, Abdullah told reporters after offering Friday prayers at Hazratbal shrine here. The former chief minister highlighted the importance of ending the war due to the loss [] The post War Between Iran, US-Israel Coalition Will Have Consequences On Global Economy: Farooq Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
After Unusually Warm Winter, Kashmir Enjoys Below-Normal Day Temperatures; Good News For Crops
Srinagar, Mar 20: After experiencing an unusually warm winter, Kashmir is now witnessing below-normal daytime temperatures due to recent rains and snowfall, which could augur well for crops and flowering plants, officials said on Friday. Since Sunday, most parts of the valley have seen intermittent rains, while many areas at higher elevations received snowfall. There was overnight snowfall in tourist resorts like Gulmarg and Sonamarg, as well as in various locations in the upper reaches of Kashmir. As a result, [] The post After Unusually Warm Winter, Kashmir Enjoys Below-Normal Day Temperatures; Good News For Crops appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IRGC Spokesman Assassinated in USIsrael Strikes
SRINAGAR: Irans Revolutionary Guard spokesperson Ali Mohammad Naini was killed in joint US and Israeli strikes, Iranian state media reported on Friday, hours after he issued a warning challenging US naval claims in the Gulf. According to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Naini was martyred in the criminal cowardly terrorist attack by the American-Zionist []
Premium Petrol Price Up Rs 2, Industrial Diesel Up Rs 22; No Change In Normal Petrol, Diesel Rates
New Delhi, Mar 20: The price of premium or higher-grade petrol price on Friday was increased by Rs 2 per litre while the rate of bulk diesel sold to industrial users was hiked by about Rs 22 a litre, reflecting the spike in global oil prices amid conflict in the Middle-East. However, the price of normal petrol and diesel remains unchanged. Premium 95-Octane petrol price in Delhi has been increased from Rs 99.89 per litre to Rs 101.89 in the [] The post Premium Petrol Price Up Rs 2, Industrial Diesel Up Rs 22; No Change In Normal Petrol, Diesel Rates appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ABVP Protests Over Inclusion Of Chapter On Jinnah In Jammu Universitys Political Science Syllabus
Jammu, March 20: The ABVP on Friday staged protests at the University of Jammu, demanding the withdrawal of a chapter on former Pakistan president Muhammad Ali Jinnah included in the revised postgraduate political science syllabus under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The university, however, maintained that the chapter on Jinnah is part of academic curricula in several universities across India and aligns with the University Grants Commission (UGC) guidelines. Led by ABVP Jammu and Kashmir secretary Sannak Shrivats, activists [] The post ABVP Protests Over Inclusion Of Chapter On Jinnah In Jammu Universitys Political Science Syllabus appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Expert committee formed to review revised NCERT chapter on judiciary: Centre to SC
New Delhi, Mar 20: The Centre on Friday informed the Supreme Court that it had constituted an expert committee comprising two former apex court judges and an ex-attorney general to review the class 8 NCERT book with a chapter on corruption in the judiciary. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta told a bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi that the committee comprises senior advocate and former Attorney General KK Venugopal, former top court judge [] The post Expert committee formed to review revised NCERT chapter on judiciary: Centre to SC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Premium petrol prices hiked by Rs 2; normal petrol rate unchanged
New Delhi, Mar 20: State-run Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has increased the price of its premium petrol by Rs 2 per litre, with the revised rates coming into effect from Friday. The company did not specify a reason for the hike, though it is believed to be linked to fluctuations in global crude oil [] The post Premium petrol prices hiked by Rs 2; normal petrol rate unchanged appeared first on Northlines .
31K Vaishno Devi Pilgrims Brave Inclement Weather To Visit Cave Shrine
JAMMU, Mar 19: Braving inclement weather, over 31,000 pilgrims visited the holy town of Katra and paid obeisance at the Mata Vaishno Devi temple atop Trikuta hills in Jammu and Kashmirs Reasi district on the first day of Navratri, officials said on Friday. As many as 31,690 pilgrims visited the cave shrine and paid obeisance at the temple on the first day of Navratri (Thursday) till 10 pm, a senior official of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board said. [] The post 31K Vaishno Devi Pilgrims Brave Inclement Weather To Visit Cave Shrine appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Read How a Cyber Fraud Call Centre Operated from Kashmirs Key Digital Space in Rangreth
SRINAGAR: In a major crackdown on organised cybercrime, the Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) wing of the Jammu and Kashmir Police has dismantled a sophisticated international cyber fraud racket operating from Srinagar, arresting seven suspects and seizing a large cache of digital infrastructure used to run what officials described as a covert call centre targeting victims []
IWT to remain in abeyance until Pak ends support to terrorism: India
New Delhi, Mar 20: India has said the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan will remain in abeyance until Islamabad stops supporting terrorism. Indias Permanent Representative to the United Nations, P. Harish, stated that Pakistan must respect the sanctity of human life before raising concerns over the treaty, describing it as a global epicentre of terror. [] The post IWT to remain in abeyance until Pak ends support to terrorism: India appeared first on Northlines .
CBI Questions Anil Ambani For Second Day In Connection With 2,929-Cr RCom Case
New Delhi, Mar 20: The CBI on Friday questioned industrialist Anil Ambani for the second consecutive day in connection with a Rs 2,929-crore cheating case, registered against Reliance Communications Ltd and him on a complaint by the State Bank of India, officials said. Ambani arrived at the agency headquarters at around 10 am, they said. On Thursday, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) sought his responses on alleged fund diversion, misappropriation and other irregularities in the loan funds issued to [] The post CBI Questions Anil Ambani For Second Day In Connection With 2,929-Cr RCom Case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Fire at South Korean auto parts factory injures at least 53
SEOUL, Mar 20: A fire at an auto parts factory in South Koreas central city of Daejeon injured at least 53 people on Friday as officials warned the the number of those hurt could rise. Nam Deuk-woo, fire chief of the citys Daedeok district, said 24 of those people were seriously hurt and authorities were searching for at least 14 others believed to have been inside the facility when the fire broke out. Officials could not immediately confirm whether any [] The post Fire at South Korean auto parts factory injures at least 53 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Singapore arrests Amos Yee, former US asylum seeker, over National Service violations
SINGAPORE, Mar 20: Singapore authorities said on Friday that Amos Yee Pang Sang was arrested at Changi Airport upon his return to the country and charged under the Enlistment Act for failing to report for pre-enlistment medical screening and remaining outside Singapore without a valid Exit Permit. The Central Manpower Base (CMPB) Enlistment Inspectors detained Yee, a Singapore citizen, who left the country for the United States in 2016 and was granted asylum there in 2017. During his time in [] The post Singapore arrests Amos Yee, former US asylum seeker, over National Service violations appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Self-reliant India only possible with healthy citizens: Murmu
MATHURA, Mar 20:President Droupadi Murmu on Friday said that a self-reliant India is only possible when its citizens are healthy. Murmu was speaking at the inauguration of the Nand Kishor Somani Oncology Block of Ramakrishna Mission Sevashram. An empowered (sashakt) and Aatma Nirbhar Bharat is only possible when the citizens are healthy, she said. Today, cancer is one of the most serious health challenges. Timely detection of the disease and high-level treatment can play a decisive role in saving the [] The post Self-reliant India only possible with healthy citizens: Murmu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
US Pentagon seeks USD 200 billion for war in Iran amid Congressional scrutiny
WASHINGTON, Mar 20: The Pentagon has requested USD 200 billion in supplemental funding for the ongoing war against Iran, sending the proposal to the White House three weeks after hostilities began. The White House will be reviewing the request before formally submitting it to Congress. The sum, nearly a quarter of the United States annual defense budget, has already drawn scrutiny from moderate Republicans who would play a key role in approving the funds. Obviously, it takes money to kill [] The post US Pentagon seeks USD 200 billion for war in Iran amid Congressional scrutiny appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sri Lanka refused US request to land warplanes: Dissanayake
COLOMBO, Mar 20: Sri Lanka refused permission for the US to land two of its warplanes in the islands southeast Mattala International Airport in early March, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake told Parliament here on Friday. Dissanayake said that two US warplanes from Djibouti asked for permission to come to Sri Lanka on March 4 and 8. Both requests were rejected, he said. We want to maintain our neutrality despite many pressures. We wont give in. The Middle East war poses [] The post Sri Lanka refused US request to land warplanes: Dissanayake appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Union minister Jayant Chaudhary receives death threat, caller traced to Bengals Murshidabad
NEW DELHI, Mar 20: Union minister Jayant Chaudhary allegedly received a death threat from an unknown caller, triggering a review of his security and a police probe based on a complaint lodged in the matter, officials said on Friday. Police said the caller has been traced to Murshidabad in West Bengal. Chaudhary, the minister of state (Independent Charge) for skill development and entrepreneurship, received the threat call around 11 am on March 18 from an unidentified number, the officials said. [] The post Union minister Jayant Chaudhary receives death threat, caller traced to Bengals Murshidabad appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Luxor brings Crayola products to India via long-term partnership
NEW DELHI, Mar 20: Luxor Writing Instruments Pvt Ltd on Friday announced a long-term partnership with Crayola LLC, bringing products of Americas leading brand in childrens creative expression and art items to the Indian market. Under the partnership, co-branded Luxor Crayola products will be manufactured in India, Luxor Writing Instruments said in a statement. This is the first time in Crayolas history that the brand has adopted a sub-branding approach, an endorsement that reflects both strategic alignment and long-term commitment [] The post Luxor brings Crayola products to India via long-term partnership appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India launches 2 new resorts, adds 159 rooms
NEW DELHI, Mar 20: Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Ltd on Friday announced addition of 159 rooms to its portfolio through the launch of two new resorts in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. The launches of Club Mahindra Amba Ghat (Maharashtra) and Club Mahindra Bandhavgarh (Madhya Pradesh) supports FY26s goal of 1,000 new rooms and 12,000 keys by FY30, Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Ltd (MHRIL) said in a statement. The two new properties strengthen the companys presence across Western and [] The post Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India launches 2 new resorts, adds 159 rooms appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IEA advocates work from home, reduced air travel to tackle oil shock
NEW DELHI, Mar 20:The International Energy Agency (IEA) has advocated a set of immediate demand-side measures, including work-from-home, lower speed limits, and reduced air travel to cushion the impact of a historic global oil supply shock triggered by disruptions in the Middle East. Oil prices spiked to over USD 100 per barrel after the US and Israel attacked Iran and Tehrans sweeping retaliatory actions. For India, which imports about 88 per cent of its crude oil needs, the surge in [] The post IEA advocates work from home, reduced air travel to tackle oil shock appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Was the Real-World Order Always About Money?
The realists argued about military power. The liberals debated cultural values. One man said both were looking at the wrong thing. Immanuel Wallerstein argued that the real structure governing the world was economic. A single global capitalist system, so deeply wired into every society, that politics, culture, and conflict are ultimately expressions of it. In []
Max Estates aims Rs 3K cr revenue from new housing project in Noida
NEW DELHI, Mar 20: Realty firm Max Estates Ltd expects Rs 3,000 crore revenue from a new housing project in Noida. In a regulatory filing on Friday, the company said it has launched a residential community Estate 105 located in Sector 105, Noida, Uttar Pradesh. This project is part of a larger 10.33 acre planned development, with the first phase estimated to have Gross Development Value (GDV) of Rs 3,000 crore. The GDV means the sale value of the properties [] The post Max Estates aims Rs 3K cr revenue from new housing project in Noida appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Premium Petrol Prices Hiked Across India Amid Global Supply Disruptions
SRINAGAR: Premium petrol prices have been increased by Rs 2 to Rs 2.3 per litre by oil marketing companies, according to a report by CNBC-Awaaz, with the revision taking effect from March 20, 2026. The premium fuels sold by Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited, Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited, and Indian Oil Corporation Limited have witnessed a []
After Seven Years, Jumat-ul-Vida Prayers Held at Jamia Masjid; Mirwaiz Alleges House Arrest
SRINAGAR: Thousands of devotees assembled at the historic Jamia Masjid on Friday to offer Jumat-ul-Vida prayers, marking the first such congregation at the mosque in seven years. Worshippers from different parts of Srinagar and adjoining areas participated in large numbers in the last Friday prayers of the holy month of Ramadan, leading to a significant []
BRO Intensifies Snow Clearance On Mughal, Basohli-Bhaderwah Roads In Jammu After Heavy Snowfall
Jammu, Mar 20: As the heavy snowfall disrupted traffic movement in several parts of the Jammu region, the Border Roads Organisation has intensified snow clearance on the Mughal Road and the BasohliBaniBhaderwah road, officials said on Thursday. Following heavy snowfall in the area on Tuesday, Mughal Road, connecting the twin border districts of Poonch and Rajouri in the Jammu region with south Kashmirs Shopian, was closed for vehicular traffic. Snow clearance is underway on Mughal Road in Poonch after heavy [] The post BRO Intensifies Snow Clearance On Mughal, Basohli-Bhaderwah Roads In Jammu After Heavy Snowfall appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pedestrian Killed, Another Injured in Ganderbal Road Accident
SRINAGAR: A pedestrian was killed and another person injured after a motorcycle hit him in the Lar area of central Kashmirs Ganderbal district on Friday. Officials said the motorcycle, ridden by Irfan Ahmad Mir, a resident of Waliwar, struck the pedestrian, identified as Ghulam Hassan Teli of Lar, resulting in his on-the-spot death. The pillion []
CBDT Notifies Rules For Simplified Income Tax Law, To Be Effective From April 1
New Delhi, Mar 20: Central Board of Direct Taxes on Friday notified the rules for Income-tax Act, 2025 which provided enhanced tax benefit for HRA to salary earner but makes disclosure of landlord-tenant relationship mandatory. The Income-tax Rules, 2026 will operationalise the simplified direct tax legislation that was approved by Parliament last year and will come into effect from April 1. These rules may be called the Income-tax Rules, 2026. They shall come into force on the April 1, 2026, [] The post CBDT Notifies Rules For Simplified Income Tax Law, To Be Effective From April 1 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SRINAGAR: A Delhi court has acquitted two Kashmiri men accused of links with the banned terrorist group ISIS and of procuring arms for terrorist activities, holding that the prosecution failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt and flagging significant lapses in the investigation. Additional Sessions Judge Amit Bansal of the Patiala House Courts acquitted []
Gold Rises Rs 1,914 To Rs 1.46 Lakh/10g As Easing Geopolitical Tensions Boost Sentiment
New Delhi, Mar 20: Gold prices jumped by Rs 1,914 to Rs 1.46 lakh per 10 grams in futures trade on Friday, tracking firm global trends amid easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, the yellow metal for April delivery increased by Rs 1,914, or 1.32 per cent, to Rs 1,46,868 per 10 grams. Analysts said the recovery in gold prices was supported by improving market sentiment following signs of easing tensions in West Asia. The [] The post Gold Rises Rs 1,914 To Rs 1.46 Lakh/10g As Easing Geopolitical Tensions Boost Sentiment appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ladakh LG Vinai Kumar Saxena Meets PM Modi
NEW DELHI, Mar 20: Lieutenant Governor Ladakh Vinai Kumar Saxena on Friday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the national capital. The Prime Minister wrote on X: Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena met Prime Minister @narendramodi. The post Ladakh LG Vinai Kumar Saxena Meets PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir Hoteliers Club Hails CMs Tourism Push, Backs Upcoming Event
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Hoteliers Club on Friday welcomed the initiatives taken by Omar Abdullah for revival of tourism in the Valley, saying such steps are needed to boost the sector. Chairman of the club, Mushtaq Ahmad Chaya, said the stakeholders are highly thankful to the Chief Minister for focusing on tourism and taking []
14 arrested in Varanasi for eating chicken biryani on boat in Ganga sent to judicial custody
Varanasi (UP), Mar 20: A Varanasi court has sent 14 people, who had allegedly hosted an Iftar party and eaten chicken biryani on a boat in Ganga river, to judicial custody, an advocate in the case said on Friday. Additional Civil Judge (Sr.Div.)/ACJM Amit Kumar Yadav on Thursday sent all the accused to the 14-day judicial custody after rejecting the bail applications of the accused. According to advocate Shashank Shekhar Tripathi, representing complainant Rajat Jaiswal, the accused had threatened a [] The post 14 arrested in Varanasi for eating chicken biryani on boat in Ganga sent to judicial custody appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) The Hidden Epidemic
Dr. Sumit Mrig, Director & Unit Head ENT, Max Smart Super Speciality Hospital, Saket Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a sleep disorder characterized by repeated episodes of complete (apnea) or partial (hypopnea) collapse of the upper airway, causing fall in oxygen saturation or sleep arousal.This leads to fragmented, nonrestorative sleep.It affects all age [] The post Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) The Hidden Epidemic appeared first on Northlines .
Govt invites bids for 6,000 MTPA rare earth magnet manufacturing under Rs 7,280-cr REPM Scheme
NEW DELHI, Mar 20: The government on Friday invited bids for setting up manufacturing facilities for 6,000 metric tonnes per annum (MTPA) of magnets under the Rs 7,280-crore Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnet. The heavy industries ministry has issued a request for proposal (RFP) for selection of beneficiaries to establish integrated Sintered NdFeB Rare Earth Permanent Magnet manufacturing units. The pre-bid conference will be held on April 7 while the bid due date is May [] The post Govt invites bids for 6,000 MTPA rare earth magnet manufacturing under Rs 7,280-cr REPM Scheme appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rupee in free fall, down 60 paise to new all-time low of 93.49 against US dollar
MUMBAI, Mar 20:The rupee crashed 60 paise to a fresh intra-day low of 93.49 against the US dollar on Friday as the greenback strengthened further and FII outflows continued unabated amid the ongoing West Asia conflict. Elevated global crude oil prices put further pressure on the local unit, forex traders said, adding that even positive sentiments at the domestic equity markets could not prevent the crash. Suggestions that global crude oil prices may hit USD 180/barrel also weighed on sentiments. [] The post Rupee in free fall, down 60 paise to new all-time low of 93.49 against US dollar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
HDFC Bank shares extend previous sessions losses; down over 2 pc
NEW DELHI, Mar 20: Shares of HDFC Bank continued to fall on Friday, declining over 2 per cent, after its non-executive chairman Atanu Chakraborty abruptly resigned, citing differences over values and ethics. The blue-chip stock dropped 2.36 per cent to Rs 780.75 on the BSE. At the NSE, it edged lower by 2.19 per cent to Rs 780.70. Shares of HDFC Bank dived over 5 per cent on Thursday. HDFC Banks non-executive chairman Atanu Chakraborty abruptly resigned, citing differences over [] The post HDFC Bank shares extend previous sessions losses; down over 2 pc appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Uttarakhand: Dhami expands cabinet, inducts five MLAs
DEHRADUN, Mar 20: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expanded his cabinet on Friday, with five MLAs taking oath as ministers at the Lok Bhavan here. With the induction of the new ministers Khazan Das, Bharat Singh Chaudhary, Madan Kaushik, Pradeep Batra, and Ram Singh Kaida the Uttarakhand cabinet has reached its maximum strength of 12, officials said. During a ceremony held at the Lok Bhawan here, Governor Lt Gen Gurmit Singh (Retd.) administered the oath of office [] The post Uttarakhand: Dhami expands cabinet, inducts five MLAs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Israel says it struck Syrian commander centre and weapons depots after attacks on Druze
DUBAI, Mar 20: Israels military said Friday it struck sites in Syria in response to attacks against the Druze. The army said it struck infrastructure belonging to Syria in response to attacks on Druze population in Sweida in southern Syria. Syrias state-run SANA news agency did not immediately acknowledge the attack, which marks the first Israeli attack on Syria as its war with the United States targeting Iran continues. Israel has a significant Druze population. Israel previously has intervened in [] The post Israel says it struck Syrian commander centre and weapons depots after attacks on Druze appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Union Minister Kishan Reddy hails India as beacon of peace amid global tensions
TIRUPATI, Mar 20: Union Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy on Friday said while much of the world is gripped by the conflict in West Asia, India continues to stand out as a haven of spirituality, development and peace. On the occasion of Ugadi, Reddy visited Tirumala to seek the blessings of Lord Venkateswara Swamy. While much of the world appears to be affected by the West Asia conflict, India today stands out as a beacon of safety, spirituality, [] The post Union Minister Kishan Reddy hails India as beacon of peace amid global tensions appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
A spring without rain: Western Himalayas driest in four centuries
Researchers extracted tree cores from old deodar trees in Lahaul, Himachal Pradesh, to reconstruct 396 years of rainfall history of the spring season. They found that the spring of 2022 was the driest on record and the last two decades are the driest period in the entire 396-year reconstruction. The findings have implications for water security, disaster management, and agriculture across northern India, which depends on snowmelt from the Himalayas. Vandana K reports Climate science researcher Pushphendra Pandey recounts how [] The post A spring without rain: Western Himalayas driest in four centuries appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pakistan Tops Global Terror Index Despite Drop in Global Deaths
New Delhi: The 2026 Global Terrorism Index (GTI) reports a sharp 28% decline in global terrorism deaths in 2025, but warns that rising instability in South Asia, the Sahel, and the West could reverse these gains. According to the report, global terror fatalities dropped from 7,714 in 2024 to 5,582 in 2025, while total [] The post Pakistan Tops Global Terror Index Despite Drop in Global Deaths appeared first on Northlines .
President Murmu On 3-Day Visit To Up Meets Premanand Ji Maharaj In Mathura
MATHURA (UP), Mar 20: President Droupadi Murmu, who is on a three-day visit to Uttar Pradesh, on Friday met Premanand ji Maharaj at his Ashram Radha Keli Kunj in Mathura. The President listened to the sermon given by the saint, officials said. Later in the day, she will visit the Samadhi of Baba Neeb Karori in Vrindavan and pay floral tributes. She will also visit Udiya Baba Ashram and Davanal Kund in Vrindavan. The President will also inaugurate the new [] The post President Murmu On 3-Day Visit To Up Meets Premanand Ji Maharaj In Mathura appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K To Host Travel Mart On April 14-15
JAMMU, Mar 20: The Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Department will host the Kashmir Travel Mart-2026 on April 14-15 to showcase the regions tourism potential and strengthen its position as a global travel destination. Announcing the event, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said around 250 stakeholders from over 20 states across the country are expected to participate, [] The post J&K To Host Travel Mart On April 14-15 appeared first on Northlines .
Selfish Interests, Desire For Dominance Root Cause Of Global Conflicts: Bhagwat
Nagpur, Mar 20: Selfish interests and the desire for dominance were the root cause of conflicts in the world, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said on Friday, asserting that lasting peace can only be achieved through unity, discipline and adherence to dharma. Addressing a gathering in Nagpur, Bhagwat said that for 2,000 years the world has experimented with various ideas to resolve conflicts with little success. Religious intolerance, forced conversions and ideas of superiority and inferiority still exist, he pointed out. [] The post Selfish Interests, Desire For Dominance Root Cause Of Global Conflicts: Bhagwat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu And Kashmir To Host Travel Mart On April 14-15
JAMMU, Mar 20: Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Department will host Kashmir Travel Mart in April this year to highlight the tourism potential of the region. J&K Tourism is set to host the Kashmir Travel Mart-2026 on 14-15 April, bringing together around 250 stakeholders from over 20 states across the country, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah posted on his official X handle. He said the event will highlight the regions immense tourism potential through craft safaris, curated destination tours, and B2B engagements, [] The post Jammu And Kashmir To Host Travel Mart On April 14-15 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
STAFF REQUIREMENT HR EXECUTIVE WANTED! LOCATION: SARORE, RING ROAD CFA BUSINESS FMCG ELIGIBILITY: *MBA WITH SAP KNOWLEDGE *STRONG COMMUNICATION SKILLS *ORGANIZATIONAL ABILITIES KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: *RECRUITMENT & ONBOARDING *PAYROLL & HR ADMINISTRATION *EMPLOYEE RECORDS MANAGEMENT FRESHERS & EXPERIENCED CAN APPLY APPLY NOW! EMAIL YOUR CV TO: SIJALMAHAJAN80@GMAIL.COM WE ARE HIRING LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED TEACHER WITH GOOD ARTS AND CRAFT SKILLS. SHOULD HAVE KNOWLEDGE OF CLASS 1ST SYLLABUS . ADDRESS: LANE NO. 12, SHAKTI NAGAR, CANAL ROAD SIDE, JAMMU PH: 7051085021 [] The post EMPLOYMENT (20-03-2026) appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhi Court Acquits 2 Alleged ISIS-JK Operatives, Flags Gaps In Special Cells Probe
New Delhi, Mar 20: Flagging gaps in the probe, a Delhi court has acquitted two men accused of pledging allegiance to banned terrorist organisation ISIS, besides procuring arms and ammunition from Uttar Pradesh for the Islamic State Jammu & Kashmir (ISIS-JK) cadres for executing terrorist acts. Underlining that the prosecution had failed to prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt, Additional Sessions Judge Amit Bansal acquitted Jamsheed Zahoor Paul and Parvaiz Rashid Lone, residents of Shopian in Kashmir, who were [] The post Delhi Court Acquits 2 Alleged ISIS-JK Operatives, Flags Gaps In Special Cells Probe appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
EC Transfers In Poll-Bound Bengal Will Not Change Result: CM Omar Abdullah
SRINAGAR, Mar 20: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said the efforts of the Election Commission to gerrymander will not change the results in West Bengal Assembly elections, expressing confidence that Trinamool Congress will emerge victorious. No amount of effort by the Election Commission to gerrymander will change the results. Come counting day Mamata Didi will win a thumping majority, Abdullah posted on his personal X handle. Commenting on the large-scale transfers ordered by the Election Commission [] The post EC Transfers In Poll-Bound Bengal Will Not Change Result: CM Omar Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rupee breaches 93/dollar for the first time, down 19 paise to 93.08 against US dollar in early trade
Mumbai, Mar 20 (PTI) The rupee fell 19 paise to its record intra-day low of 93.08 against the US dollar in early trade on Friday as the greenback strengthened further and FII outflows continued unabated amid the ongoing West Asia conflict. Elevated global crude oil prices put further pressure on the local unit, while a positive opening at the domestic equity markets cushioned against a sharper fall, according to forex traders. At the interbank foreign exchange, the local unit opened at 92.92 against the greenback before breaching the 93-mark for the first time to trade at 93.08, down 19 paise
Resolve pending issues of allotted lands before fresh allotments: BBIA to authorities
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 19: Bari Brahmana Industries Association (BBIA) has stated that all the pending issues relating to previously allotted land should be resolved before considering fresh allotments and a clear timeline for handing over the possession should be communicated to entrepreneurs awaiting land allotment. In a letter to Chairman, High Level Land Allotment Committee, Commissioner/ Secretary Industries and Commerce Department, J&K, the BBIA stated that manufacturing sector allottees of Industrial Estate Meen Charakan should be offered relocation to [] The post Resolve pending issues of allotted lands before fresh allotments: BBIA to authorities appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dr Jitendra lays foundation of BioFoundry at Chandigarh, underscores future of smart foods
Excelsior Correspondent CHANDIGARH, Mar 19: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Dr Jitendra Singh today laid the foundation stone of the first-ever dedicated BioFoundry Centre under the Department of Biotechnology at Chandigarh, with an outlay of about Rs 42 crore over the next two years. The facility is being established as a national platform for developing and scaling advanced biomanufacturing processes, particularly in agri-food biotechnology, including smart proteins, bio-inputs, and bio-based products. The Minister said this [] The post Dr Jitendra lays foundation of BioFoundry at Chandigarh, underscores future of smart foods appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Union Minister inaugurates NHPC Pavilion at Bharat Electricity Summit 2026
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 19: Manohar Lal, Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs today inaugurated the NHPC Pavilion at the Bharat Electricity Summit 2026, at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. Prahlad Joshi, Union Minister of New & Renewable Energy Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Shripad Naik, Union Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy, Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary (Power), Government of India, Bhupender Gupta, CMD, NHPC, Uttam Lal, Director (Personnel), Sanjay Kumar Singh, Director (Projects), Suprakash [] The post Union Minister inaugurates NHPC Pavilion at Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Bank opens special cash counter at SMVD Bhawan for Navratra pilgrims
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 19: To facilitate devotees during Navratra, Jammu and Kashmir Bank today set up a special cash and note exchange counter at its business unit at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan. A statement said the facility aims to provide fresh currency notes and exchange services to pilgrims visiting the shrine. The counter was inaugurated by CEO of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, Sachin Kumar Vaishya, along with the Banks General Manager and Divisional Head (Jammu) Ashok [] The post J&K Bank opens special cash counter at SMVD Bhawan for Navratra pilgrims appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
For more than three and a half decades, terrorism cast a long and painful shadow over Jammu and Kashmir. Innocent families lost their loved ones, homes, and livelihoods in a conflict that uprooted social stability and left deep emotional and economic scars. Many survivors were forced to live with grief and insecurity, often without meaningful support or recognition from the system. Today, even though decades have passed and an entire generation has grown up in the aftermath of that violence, [] The post Rehabilitating Terror Victims appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Booth level workers backbone of organisation: Sat Sharma
Koul throws light on party programme Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 19: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Jammu & Kashmir, president and Rajya Sabha MP, Sat Sharma CA, along with BJP J&K general secretary (Org) Ashok Koul, addressed a crucial organizational meeting at the party Headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, here, today. The meeting witnessed the presence of BJP J&K vice presidents, Bharat Bhushan, Rakesh Mahajan, and Rekha Mahajan, general secretary, Gopal Mahajan, and other senior leaders. The meeting focused on strengthening the party [] The post Booth level workers backbone of organisation: Sat Sharma appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dr Gautam Sharma Every year on March 20, the global community observes World Oral Health Day (WOHD) to highlight the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene and preventing oral diseases. Spearheaded by the FDI World Dental Federation, this annual campaign brings together dental professionals, policymakers, and communities to promote healthier smiles worldwide. The theme for World Oral Health Day 2026 A Happy Mouth is a Happy Life underscores the vital connection between oral health and overall well-being. A healthy [] The post A Happy Mouth is a Happy Life appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indias Bioeconomy from $10 bn to $195 bn since 2014: Dr Jitendra
Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Mar 19: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh today said that Indias bioeconomy has expanded from about USD 10 billion in 2014 to over USD 195 billion in 2025, reflecting a massive growth trajectory over the past decade. He said the sector has recorded an annual growth of around 17-18 percent in the last year alone, [] The post Indias Bioeconomy from $10 bn to $195 bn since 2014: Dr Jitendra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Navreh celebrated with fervour, gaiety by KPs across Jammu
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 19: Navreh the beginning of new year as per the Saptrishi Calendar was celebrated by Kashmiri Pandits with traditional religious fervor and gaiety here, today. A huge congregation of devotees attended the annual function held at the Bhagawaan Gopinathji Ashram, Udaiwala, Bohri, here to mark the celebrations. The function started at 2 p.m. sharp with the Guru Vandana. As usual, Guru-Geeta recitation competition was held on the occasion in which 20 competitors participated. This competition is [] The post Navreh celebrated with fervour, gaiety by KPs across Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Trump, Netanyahu split on gas field attack, raise questions about whether theyre in sync on war
The attack by Israel on the South Pars gas field prompted Iran to retaliate against energy infrastructure in other West Asian countries
President Murmu visits temples, attends several programmes in Mathura
MATHURA (UP), Mar 19: President Droupadi Murmu, who is on a three-day visit to Uttar Pradesh, on Thursday visited temples and attended several programmes in Mathura, officials said. The President reached Mathura in the evening at Cant helipad, where Governor Anandiben Patel, UP ministers and senior officials welcomed her. She had a darshan at the ISKCON temple in Vrindavan and also participated in an aarti. The President was welcomed amid the chanting of Naam Sankirtan. She paid floral tributes at [] The post President Murmu visits temples, attends several programmes in Mathura appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Israeli Foreign Minister Saar briefs Jaishankar on West Asia conflict
JERUSALEM, Mar 19 : Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar spoke with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday and briefed him about the ongoing conflict in West Asia. We value our special strategic partnership with India, the worlds largest democracy, he said in a post on X. Saar said he briefed the Indian minister on developments in Israeli operation against Iran. I said that the (Iranian) regime is carrying out naval terrorism in the Strait of Hormuz. This is not [] The post Israeli Foreign Minister Saar briefs Jaishankar on West Asia conflict appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
MUMBAI, Mar 19 : Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Thursday emphasised that stakeholders cooperation can help ensure minimal disruption amid uncertainties in maritime trade in the wake of the evolving situation in West Asia. Speaking at a ceremony to sign the Letter of Intent (LoI) for maritime cooperation between the government and German shipping giant Hapag-Llyod here, Sonowal also said that India is moving steadily towards becoming a leading maritime power on the back of a strong policy push and [] The post Stakeholders cooperation can help minimise disruption in maritime trade amid West Asia crisis: Minister Sonowal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Modi discusses West Asia situation with heads of France, Jordan, Oman, Malaysia
NEW DELHI, Mar 19 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to leaders of France, Jordan, Oman and Malaysia on Thursday, and discussed the West Asia situation with them. Expressing concern over the evolving situation there, he sought de-escalation of conflict in the region. In separate telephonic conversations with the four leaders, Modi said attacks on energy infrastructure in West Asia are condemnable and can lead to avoidable escalation. He highlighted the need for dialogue and diplomacy for early restoration of [] The post Modi discusses West Asia situation with heads of France, Jordan, Oman, Malaysia appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
How a teens curiosity busted Youth Khelo India Federation; Ministry to file FIR
NEW DELHI, Mar 19: The inquisitive mind of a 16-year-old Taekwondo player has unraveled an elaborate fraud being committed on thousands of athletes by a body claiming to have Government affiliation and a stunned Sports Ministry is set to file an FIR against it. The teenager, who wants to remain anonymous, had reached out to the ministry asking whether the Youth Khelo India Federation (YKIF) was recognized by it and the Sports Authority of India (SAI) as mentioned on its [] The post How a teens curiosity busted Youth Khelo India Federation; Ministry to file FIR appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Silver crashes Rs 17,800/kg, gold dives Rs 7,000 on global selloff
NEW DELHI, Mar 19: Silver prices tanked Rs 17,800 to Rs 2.38 lakh per kilogram in the national capital on Thursday, while gold dropped Rs 7,000 to Rs 1.53 lakh per 10 grams following a sharp selloff in global commodity markets. According to the All India Sarafa Association, the white metal slumped by Rs 17,800, or nearly 7 per cent, to Rs 2,38,700 per kg (inclusive of all taxes) from Wednesdays closing level of Rs 2,56,500 per kg. Silver has [] The post Silver crashes Rs 17,800/kg, gold dives Rs 7,000 on global selloff appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K emerges epicentre of anti-drug awareness, leads NMBA campaigns
Scale of outreach higher than Punjab, HP, Haryana Mohinder Verma JAMMU, Mar 19: In an aggressive and unprecedented push against drug abuse, the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has surged ahead of several States and Union Territories in the country by conducting nearly 12,000 awareness and sensitization programmes under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA). Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The scale and frequency of these campaigns signal not just administrative urgency, but a determined attempt to [] The post J&K emerges epicentre of anti-drug awareness, leads NMBA campaigns appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Drone, counter-drone technologies will play pivotal role in future warfare: DM
India must work in mission mode NEW DELHI, Mar 19: India must develop a robust ecosystem for drone manufacturing to enhance its defence preparedness, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said today, highlighting lessons from the Russia-Ukraine and Iran-Israel conflicts. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp In an address at an event, Singh asserted that the two conflicts prove that drones and counter-drone technologies will play a pivotal role in future warfare. The Defence Minister said India must work in mission [] The post Drone, counter-drone technologies will play pivotal role in future warfare: DM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Fresh snowfall in higher reaches of J&K, rain lashes plains
Chopper service to Mata Vaishnodevi suspended *Vehicle trapped in avalanche on Mughal Road rescued Gopal Sharma/ Fayaz Bukhari JAMMU/ SRINAGAR, Mar 19: All the passengers trapped in a vehicle under avalanche near Pir Ki Gali on Mughal Road in Poonch were rescued by Army and GREF men, while tourist resorts of Gulmarg and Sonamarg, along with several areas in the higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir, experienced fresh snowfall, while the plains were affected by light to moderate rain since [] The post Fresh snowfall in higher reaches of J&K, rain lashes plains appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Moon not sighted, Eid on Saturday
Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Mar 19: The Shawwal moon was not sighted anywhere across Jammu and Kashmir this evening, and Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated on Saturday. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The Grand Mufti, Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam Farooqi said that his office had sought testimonies from various parts of J&K and Ladakh regarding the sighting of the Shawwal moon. Despite extensive efforts and outreach, no credible testimony was received from any part or quarter till late Thursday evening, he said [] The post Moon not sighted, Eid on Saturday appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
2 held for sending info of key locations to Pak
HAPUR (UP), Mar 19: Two alleged operatives linked to a Pakistan-based gangster network were arrested from the Dhaulana area of Hapur district for allegedly sending photos, videos and location details of religious sites and key locations to their handlers across the border, police said today. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The accused have been identified as Azeem Rana, a resident of Peeplehda in Dhaulana, and Azad Rajput from Jai village in Meerut district. Dhaulana police arrested both men [] The post 2 held for sending info of key locations to Pak appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
6 arrested in arms smuggling module
CHANDIGARH, Mar 19: Six people, including a juvenile, have been apprehended in connection with a cross-border arms smuggling module, Punjab Police said today. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said that the Amritsar commissionerate police arrested Gurpreet Singh alias Gopi (27), Manish Kumar alias Jerry (24), Saroop Singh alias Roop (27), Chamkaur Singh (20) and Vansh Sharma (23). Seven pistols were recovered from them. Investigation revealed that the accused were in contact [] The post 6 arrested in arms smuggling module appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Court grants 11-day NIA custody of 7 foreigners
NEW DELHI, Mar 19: Observing that criminal conspiracy is hatched in secrecy, a Delhi court has granted the NIA 11-day custody of six Ukrainians and one US national accused of training Myanmar-based Ethnics Armed Groups (EAGs), known to support insurgent groups in India. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The accused had allegedly infiltrated into India from Myanmar via the Mizoram border before being intercepted at various domestic airports, officials said. Special Judge Prashant Sharma, on Monday (March 16), [] The post Court grants 11-day NIA custody of 7 foreigners appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Two die of suspected drug overdose
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 19: Two individuals have died of suspected drug overdose in separate areas under the jurisdiction of Police Stations Pacca Danga and Domana in Jammu district. Officials said one Honey Sotra (35) son of late Raju Sotra of Ustad Mohalla, Jammu, was admitted to Government Medical College after he felt uncomfortable due to alleged overconsumption of drugs at home. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp He breathed his last around 9:43 AM at the hospital today, [] The post Two die of suspected drug overdose appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Bank logs Rs 8,300 crore Eid transactions across UT
Srinagar: Banking activity across Jammu and Kashmir witnessed a sharp spike during the Eid-ul-Fitr shopping period, with digital platforms leading the surge as thousands of people turned to cashless modes for festive purchases. Notably, trends from the Eid-ul-Fitr rush indicate a decisive shift towards digital payments across the region. As per official data of J&K []
Crescent not sighted, Eid on Saturday: Grand Mufti
Srinagar: Grand Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam has announced that the crescent was not sighted anywhere in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday and Eid-ul-Fitr will be observed on Saturday. The announcement ended suspense across the Valley following Maghrib prayers. Speaking to KNO, he said no credible reports of moon sighting were received by the official moon-sighting committee. With []
Eid prayers at Jamia Masjid Sgr at 10:00 AM: Anjuman Auqaf
Srinagar: Anjuman Auqaf Jama Masjid Srinagar has announced that, in view of the inclement weather conditions, the Eid-ul-Fitr congregational prayers will be offered at the historic Jama Masjid Srinagar at 10:00 AM. The Anjuman informed that the Eid sermon will be delivered by Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Dr. Moulvi Muhammad Umar Farooq at 9:00 AM. People are requested []
J&K holds potential for dynamic, prosperous future: LG Sinha
Jammu: Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said the Union territory holds potential for a dynamic and flourishing future, growing into a vibrant centre of culture and advancement through steady progress. Achieving this vision ultimately depends on the younger generation. I sincerely hope that our youth will draw strength from the wisdom []
International cyber fraud racket busted in Srinagar; 7 arrested
Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir Polices Counter Intelligence Wing (CIK) has busted a highly sophisticated international cyber fraud racket by arresting seven persons here, officials said on Thursday. The CIK-CID received several technical and credible inputs regarding the operation of covert call centres involved in fraudulent online activities targeting both foreign and local nationals. The []
Unity communal harmony J&Ks true essence: Dy CM
Jammu: Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary on Wednesday extended greetings on the occasion of Navratri, saying the festival reflects the spirit of unity, brotherhood and communal harmony in the Union Territory. Choudhary described Navratri as a spiritual occasion that connects different communities. Speaking to reporters after offering prayers at the Maa []
An untold story of sacrifice, storms, and the seafarers who keep us alive Sahil Hassan Bhat There is a quiet truth about the world we live inone that most of us rarely pause to consider. Every morning, as we wake up in the comfort of our homes, switch on the lights, check our phones, wear []
Youth must anchor future in Indias timeless traditions: LG
Jammu Tawi, Mar 19:Urging youth to build a strong and lasting connection with the timeless traditions, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said that rich spiritual heritage and wisdom would always remain our greatest treasures. Speaking at the Navreh celebrations, organised by Kashmiri Pandit Sabha, here, LG Sinha said, Youth will not merely inherit Indias [] The post Youth must anchor future in Indias timeless traditions: LG appeared first on Northlines .
Snowfall disrupts connectivity across J&K, highways closed
SrinagarKargil, SSG Road, Mughal Road, Razdan Pass, Sinthan Road shut; traffic moving slowly on Jammu-Srinagar Highway Srinagar, Mar 19:Fresh snowfall across several high-altitude areas of Jammu and Kashmir disrupted road connectivity on Thursday, forcing authorities to close key roads, including the SrinagarKargil highway and other strategic routes, officials said. An official said that traffic on [] The post Snowfall disrupts connectivity across J&K, highways closed appeared first on Northlines .
GPS anklets fitted on three JeM OGWs out on interim bail
Jammu Tawi, March 18 : Police have fitted GPS-enable tracking anklet on three over-ground workers of militant group Jaish-e-Mohammad in Kathua district after they were released on interim bail, officials said. The action followed an order of the principal district and sessions judge in Kathua. The devices were affixed on the accused identified as [] The post GPS anklets fitted on three JeM OGWs out on interim bail appeared first on Northlines .
JK Bank logs Rs 8,300 Cr Eid transactions across UT
Jammu Tawi, Mar 19:Banking activity across Jammu and Kashmir witnessed a sharp spike during the Eid-ul-Fitr shopping period, with digital platforms leading the surge as thousands of people turned to cashless modes for festive purchases. Notably, trends from the Eid-ul-Fitr rush indicate a decisive shift towards digital payments across the region. As per official data [] The post JK Bank logs Rs 8,300 Cr Eid transactions across UT appeared first on Northlines .
India denounces strikes on West Asian gas hubs
PM says strikes on gas hubs are unacceptable and need to cease New Delhi, Mar 19 : As fresh attacks on West Asian gas hubs triggered global concerns, India on Thursday said the strikes are unacceptable and need to cease even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached out to top leaders of Oman, Jordan, France [] The post India denounces strikes on West Asian gas hubs appeared first on Northlines .
