Surya Uday: Plucky New Zealand stand in the way of Indias date with history
AHMEDABAD, Mar 7: An insanely talented and incredibly consistent Indian cricket team will carry the weight of a nations hopes in its pursuit of history when it goes up against a tenacious New Zealand in a classic David versus Goliath final of the T20 World Cup here on Sunday. On November 19, 2023, the expansive amphitheatre called the Narendra Modi Stadium witnessed a teary-eyed and emotionally spent Rohit Sharma drag himself up the dressing-room stairs after Australia had silenced India [] The post Surya Uday: Plucky New Zealand stand in the way of Indias date with history appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Women Leading J&Ks Socio-Economic Shift
Ankit Patel ankitpatelkonch508@gmail.com To grasp the grit of J&Ks startup boom, look at 23-year-old Prathishtha V Johar from Poonch. Forgoing a corporate architecture career in Mumbai, she returned home in 2024 to launch Johar Highlands, an agribusiness taking authentic Himalayan and GI-tagged Sulai honey to the global stage. Though she quickly built a network of 150+ local beekeepers, Prathishtha faced steep hurdles, surprisingly low honey consumption within J&K and a severe lack of advanced testing labs needed for certification. Unfazed, [] The post Women Leading J&Ks Socio-Economic Shift appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Why Womens Dental Health Deserves the Spotlight
Dr Gautam Sharma dr.gautam.sharma@gmail.com As we celebrate International Womens Day on 8th March, we speak of empowerment, equality, leadership and resilience. Yet, in the middle of fulfilling responsibilities as daughters, sisters, professionals, wives and mothers, many women quietly neglect one very important part of their health their oral health. A healthy smile is not just about appearance; it is about confidence, dignity and overall well-being. I have repeatedly emphasized in public awareness articles that oral health is deeply connected [] The post Why Womens Dental Health Deserves the Spotlight appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dr Jitendra reviews Island projects with experts, Ocean technologists
Excelsior Correspondent KAVARATTI, LAKSHADWEEP, Mar 7 : Union Minister for Earth Sciences and Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh reviewed the progress of key ocean technology projects being implemented by the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) in Lakshadweep, with a focus on strengthening water security and advancing sustainable energy solutions for the island territory. During the review meeting with NIOT scientists and officials in Kavaratti, the Minister assessed the functioning of the existing Low Temperature Thermal Desalination (LTTD) plants [] The post Dr Jitendra reviews Island projects with experts, Ocean technologists appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Prime objective to make J&K vibrant, spiritual heart of nation: LG
UT emerging center of knowledge, art, philosophy *Heli-services for Shiv Khori to start in April Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 7: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday inaugurated the infrastructure upgradation and beautification works at holy Shiv Khori shrine in Reasi district. The works were completed by JSW Group under its Corporate Social Responsibility. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp In his address, the Lieutenant Governor expressed gratitude to Sajjan Jindal, CMD of JSW Group and his entire team for [] The post Prime objective to make J&K vibrant, spiritual heart of nation: LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Shah defeats Oli, RSP set to form next Govt in Nepal
KATHMANDU, Mar 7: RSPs Balendra Shah on Saturday defeated four-time PM K P Sharma Oli by a huge margin and set to form the next Government in Nepal, decimating traditional political parties in the first general elections since last years violent Gen Z protests demanding generational change and corruption-free regime. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah Balen, the prime ministerial candidate of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) defeated Oli, the chair of Nepals legacy party, the [] The post Shah defeats Oli, RSP set to form next Govt in Nepal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Regime change must be peoples choice: Omar on Nepal polls
Hope India wins T20 World Cup Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 7: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today welcomed the elections in Nepal, saying the formation of Governments must be the choice of the people of the country and not the result of external intervention or aerial bombardment. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Abdullah said he had suggested reviewing the FIRs and releasing those detained during protests in the Kashmir valley over the killing of Irans Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali [] The post Regime change must be peoples choice: Omar on Nepal polls appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM felicitates frontline electric utility workers at Lineman Diwas
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 7: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today presided over Lineman Diwas celebration at Convention Centre here. Organised by Jammu Power Development Corporation Limited, the event recognised linemen as the frontline technical workforce maintaining the electricity supply in Jammu and Kashmir. It marked a step in acknowledging the welfare of personnel who work during emergencies and natural calamities to ensure uninterrupted power. Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister, Dheeraj Gupta; Financial Commissioner (ACS) Power Development Department, Ashwani [] The post CM felicitates frontline electric utility workers at Lineman Diwas appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SEC to initiate preparations for Panchayat polls with high-level meeting tomorrow
Revision of rolls to start with April 1, 2026 as cut-off date *Municipal voter lists to be taken from SIR Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Mar 7: The State Election Commission (SEC) will initiate preparations for Panchayat elections in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday with undertaking an exercise for revision of electoral rolls fixing cut off date as April 1, 2026. However, the electoral rolls for Municipalities will not be updated and the latest lists will be taken from the Special Intensive [] The post SEC to initiate preparations for Panchayat polls with high-level meeting tomorrow appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Are We Celebrating Her Enough?
Dr Daisy Parihar daisy.parihar@gmail.com Every year on International Womens Day, the world dresses itself in celebration. Social media timelines overflow with praise. Institutions organize empowerment seminars. Leaders deliver speeches filled with promises. We celebrate her as Shakti, as Janani, as the creator, the nurturer, the strength behind every success story. We call her powerful. We call her resilient. We call her equal. But beneath the applause, beneath the flowers and hashtags, a burning question rises,are we celebrating her enough, or [] The post Are We Celebrating Her Enough? appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG extends greeting on International Womens Day
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 7: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, has greeted the women of Jammu Kashmir on the occasion of the International Womens Day, which is being celebrated on 8th March. In his message on this occasion, the Lieutenant Governor has said, On the occasion of International Womens Day, I extend my greetings and felicitations to all my sisters of Jammu Kashmir in their steadfast commitment and unwavering drive to forge the future of UT and our great nation. I [] The post LG extends greeting on International Womens Day appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Women a driving force behind progress of society: Sakeena
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 7: Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo today remarked that women are playing a transformative role across all sectors and their contribution towards shaping our society is remarkable. The Minister made these remarks while addressing grand International Womens Day celebrations at Abhinav Theatre here today, organised by Mission Shakti in collaboration with J&K Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL) under the theme Give to Gain. Addressing a large gathering of [] The post Women a driving force behind progress of society: Sakeena appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Man killed daughter in Digiana, held from Delhi
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 7: A Madhya Pradesh (MP) resident, who was wanted for his alleged involvement in the killing of his 10-year-old daughter in Jammus Digiana area in 2016, has been arrested ten years later from Delhi, officials said. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Accused Ramesh Kumar, a resident of Chhatarpur district in Madhya Pradesh, reportedly hit his 10-year-old daughter on her head with a baton on the suspicion that she was not his biological child, while [] The post Man killed daughter in Digiana, held from Delhi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delayed Mussavi Reconstruction
The continued delay in reconstruction of missing and dilapidated Mussavis across several districts of Jammu and Kashmir reflects a troubling gap between administrative directives and ground-level implementation. Despite clear instructions issued by the Revenue Department and a defined two-month timeline, the task remains incomplete months later, leaving thousands of landowners trapped in uncertainty. Cadastral maps form the foundation of land administration. They define field boundaries and ensure alignment between ownership records and ground realities. When these maps go missing or [] The post Delayed Mussavi Reconstruction appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Yasha Mudgal reviews functioning of Registrar Cooperative Societies
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 7: Commissioner Secretary, Cooperative Department, Yasha Mudgal, today chaired a review meeting at the Civil Secretariat to evaluate the overall functioning and performance of Registrar Cooperative Societies. She assessed progress on various key initiatives of the Cooperative Department being implemented across the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. Registrar Cooperative Societies, presented a detailed overview followed by threadbare discussion on implementation and outcome of multiple schemes and programmes aimed at strengthening and modernizing the cooperative sector. [] The post Yasha Mudgal reviews functioning of Registrar Cooperative Societies appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
When Indias Daughters Wear the Uniform
Maj Gen Sanjeev Dogra (Retd) sanjeev662006@gmail.com At 18,000 feet, patriotism is not a speech; it is a breath you fight for. The wind cuts through layers, the cold punishes small mistakes, and silence feels heavier than stone. On such a post, an officer stands watch, steady, alert, uncompromising. She is not there to make history. She is there to do duty. And duty has only one language. The uniform does not care about gender. It cares about standards. It demands [] The post When Indias Daughters Wear the Uniform appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Saplings Intl School holds programme
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 7: Saplings International School celebrated its Annual Day with great enthusiasm and grandeur, presenting a colourful cultural programme based on the theme Waqt-Ek-Pal, a Moment. The theme beautifully highlighted the contrast between traditional values and modern lifestyles, portraying how society has evolved while still preserving its cultural roots. The programme was graced by Yasha Mudgal, Commissioner Secretary to Government, Cooperative Department, as the chief guest. Shiv Kumar Sharma, DIG Jammu-Samba-Kathua range, was also present on the [] The post Saplings Intl School holds programme appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Taliban wages war on women, but their voices roar. Here are 5 essential books by Afghan women
SYDNEY, Mar 7: There is something profoundly defiant, almost incendiary, about Afghan women writers. When the Taliban regained control of Kabul in August 2021, images of women protesting in the streets and girls being barred from classrooms circulated around the world. Since then, regressive laws have been introduced as part of the systemic suppression of womens public life in Afghanistan, including banning women from speaking in public. Recently, 140 titles authored by women were blacklisted as anti-Sharia by the Talibans [] The post Taliban wages war on women, but their voices roar. Here are 5 essential books by Afghan women appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Shameful and unprecedented, says PM Modi; accuses TMC govt of insulting President Murmu
NEW DELHI, Mar 7: Accusing the West Bengal government of insulting President Droupadi Murmu during her visit to the state, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said it was shameful and unprecedented and the TMC dispensation has truly crossed all limits. The prime minister was reacting after President Murmu expressed her displeasure over the change of venue of the Santal conference, which she attended in the state, and the absence of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and her ministers [] The post Shameful and unprecedented, says PM Modi; accuses TMC govt of insulting President Murmu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indias rise is unstoppable and it alone will determine trajectory of its growth: Jaishankar
NEW DELHI, Mar 7 : Indias rise is unstoppable and the trajectory of its growth will be determined by the country alone on the basis of its strengths and not by the mistakes of others, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Saturday. Jaishankars comments at the Raisina Dialogue came two days after US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau said that the US will not repeat the mistake of providing India the same type of economic advantages it gave [] The post Indias rise is unstoppable and it alone will determine trajectory of its growth: Jaishankar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Irans president defies US demands but apologises for strikes on neighbours
DUBAI, Mar 7: Irans president said on Saturday that a demand by the United States for an unconditional surrender is a dream that they should to take to their grave. President Masoud Pezeshkian made the statement in a prerecorded address aired by state television. He also apologised for Irans attacks on regional countries, insisting that Tehran would halt them and suggesting they were caused by miscommunication in the ranks. His statement aired after repeated attacks on Saturday morning on Bahrain, [] The post Irans president defies US demands but apologises for strikes on neighbours appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CEC rides on water metro, calls it a model for India
KOCHI, Mar 7 : CEC Gyanesh Kumar on Saturday rode on the water metro here and praised it as a model mode of transport for India. Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Kumar, while taking a ride through the scenic Kochi backwaters, recalled his earlier days of service in Kerala and appreciated the citys remarkable transformation over the years, the Kochi Metro Rail Ltd (KMRL), which manages the water metro, said in a release. During his nearly two-hour journey across the picturesque [] The post CEC rides on water metro, calls it a model for India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
GEN Z women entrepreneurs in Jammu
Divy Drishti Khajuria divydk27@gmail.com In recent years, Generation Z has emerged as a dynamic force in the countrys entrepreneurial landscape. Motivated and equipped with digital skills, global exposure and a strong sense of financial independence, young women are increasingly stepping beyond the traditional career paths. In Jammu too, a major transformation is underway as many Gen Z women desire to launch startups, freelance ventures and online businesses. Not long ago, entrepreneurship was seen as a male-dominated domain, but the perception [] The post GEN Z women entrepreneurs in Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K experiencing spiritual, cultural & social renaissance: Sinha
Says after 5-years of effort, vision of spiritually vibrant region taking shape Yogesh Jammu Tawi:Asserting that after centuries, Jammu and Kashmir is experiencing a genuine spiritual, cultural, and social renaissance, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday said that the Union Territory is re-emerging as a center of knowledge, art, music, and philosophy. Addressing a gathering [] The post J&K experiencing spiritual, cultural & social renaissance: Sinha appeared first on Northlines .
CM hails linemen as True Foot Soldiers of PDD
Felicitates ground heroes, pushes for zero casualty Yogesh Jammu Tawi, Mar 07:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Saturday said that linemen of Power Development Department (PDD) are the true foot soldiers and indispensable workforce. Addressing the gathering at Lineman Diwas in Jammu, CM Omar as per the news agencypraised the efforts of Lineman and said that during [] The post CM hails linemen as True Foot Soldiers of PDD appeared first on Northlines .
Cloudy weather, rain, snowfall likely in J&K
Day temperatures likely to fall by 46C after Mar 9 Jammu Tawi: The Meteorological Department has forecast generally cloudy weather with light rain and snowfall in higher reaches at several places in Jammu and Kashmir over the coming days. According to the MeT office in Srinagar, the weather is expected to remain generally cloudy between [] The post Cloudy weather, rain, snowfall likely in J&K appeared first on Northlines .
Railways launches RailOne Super App for seamless travel services
Passengers in Jammu Division can order food from Zomato, Swiggy at their seats Jammu Tawi, Mar 07:The Indian Railways has launched its official super app RailOne to make passenger travel more convenient and comfortable by integrating multiple railway services on a single digital platform. The app allows passengers to access a wide range of services, [] The post Railways launches RailOne Super App for seamless travel services appeared first on Northlines .
J&K was, is & will remain an Integral part of India: LG Kavinder
Phagwara (Punjab), March 7: The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta addressed the Rotary International District 3070 Annual Conference 2026 in Phagwara on the theme Kashmir Harmony with Mainstream India, highlighting the deep cultural, civilisational, and democratic ties linking Kashmir and Ladakh with the rest of India. Describing Kashmir as the crown of India, [] The post J&K was, is & will remain an Integral part of India: LG Kavinder appeared first on Northlines .
DGP reviews security grid, seeks tough action on anti-nationals
Srinagar, Mar 7: Jammu and Kashmir Police chief Nalin Prabhat on Saturday stressed on intelligence-based operations and proactive policing to maintain peace and stability in the Union territory. Prabhat, the Director General of Police (DGP), chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the overall security scenario, counter-terror (CT) operations and the law and order situation [] The post DGP reviews security grid, seeks tough action on anti-nationals appeared first on Northlines .
Man arrested from Delhi for killing daughter in Jammu
New Delhi, Mar 7: A man accused of killing his 10-year-old daughter in Jammu, over the suspicion that she was not his biological child, was apprehended from southeast Delhi, police said on Saturday. The accused, Ramesh Kumar, a native of Madhya Pradeshs Chhatarpur district, was wanted in a 2016 murder case registered at Gandhi Nagar [] The post Man arrested from Delhi for killing daughter in Jammu appeared first on Northlines .
Adm closes Spa and massage centres for violations
Jammu Tawi: Following the order issued by District Magistrate Jammu, Dr. Rakesh Minhas to regulate the functioning of spa and massage centres in the district, the District Administration conducted a comprehensive inspection drive, during which the establishments found in serious violation of the prescribed directions and were closed forthwith with notices issued to them. In [] The post Adm closes Spa and massage centres for violations appeared first on Northlines .
Prostitution racket busted, 3 girls rescued; 3 arrested
Jammu Tawi, Mar 7: The Jammu and Kashmir Police rescued three girls after busting a prostitution racket allegedly operating in Jammu, and arrested three persons, including a woman. The action followed information about immoral activities allegedly being carried out at a house owned by Amreek Singh in the Greater Kailash area of the city, a [] The post Prostitution racket busted, 3 girls rescued; 3 arrested appeared first on Northlines .
Winner Ranji J&K team to have a victory parade in Jammu on Sunday
Jammu Tawi, March 7: The triumphant Jammu and Kashmir Ranji Trophy team will celebrate its historic maiden title triumph with a victory march through Jammu city on Sunday afternoon, said sources in the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) on Saturday. Last week, the Paras Dogra-led Jammu and Kashmir secured a historic first-ever Ranji Trophy [] The post Winner Ranji J&K team to have a victory parade in Jammu on Sunday appeared first on Northlines .
Is Kashmir Facing a Public Health Crisis?
by Dr Kehkashan Iqbal Declining public health is linked to commercialisation of healthcare, weak regulation, unethical doctor-pharma ties and eroding ethics, raising urgent concerns about accountability and reform The health of a society is a direct reflection of the integrity of its healthcare system, which is measured not merely by statistics but by the well-being []
Litmus Test For A Welfare State
It is really a matter of great concern for the people of the country, especially middle-class and lower-income families, that the prices of domestic LPG and commercial cylinders have been hiked by a steep Rs 60 and Rs 114.5, respectively, on account of the increase in energy costs due to the present crucial situation in [] The post Litmus Test For A Welfare State appeared first on Northlines .
Imbibe Guru Ravidas Teachings for Equality and Harmony: Sadhotra
SRINAGAR: National Conference Additional General Secretary Ajay Kumar Sadhotra on Saturday called for imbibing the teachings of Guru Ravidas to build a harmonious and just society based on equality, compassion and mutual respect. Sadhotra was addressing a congregation organised in connection with the 649th birth anniversary of Guru Ravidas by the Guru Ravidas Satsang Society []
Parents Urge Govt to Evacuate Kashmir Students from Iran Amid Rising Tensions
SRINAGAR: Parents of students studying in Iran met the Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, seeking urgent evacuation of their children amid escalating tensions and security concerns in the country. During the meeting, the Divisional Commissioner assured the parents that authorities are actively working on the matter, though the process may take some time. Several parents later gathered []
Why Many Startups Choose a Virtual Office for Company Registration?
Virtual Office for company registration is now a common choice for new founders who want a simple and low-cost way to start a company. Many startups prefer this option because it gives them a legal office address without renting a full space. Moreover, thevirtual office for company registrationmodel works in reducing costs and removes the stress of setting up a physical office. A virtual office allows them to work from any location while still getting a valid registered office address [] The post Why Many Startups Choose a Virtual Office for Company Registration? appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar Sets Zero Casualty Goal for Linemen Safety in Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday instructed the Power Development Department to enforce strict safety protocols for field staff and work towards achieving zero casualty among linemen while on duty. The chief minister issued the directive while addressing the Lineman Diwas event organised by the Jammu Power Development Corporation Limited (JPDCL), []
Jammu Kashmir Bank Signs Co-Lending Deals with HFFC, IIFL Finance For Home and Gold Loan
SRINAGAR: In a move aimed at expanding its retail lending footprint beyond Jammu and Kashmir and improving credit access, Jammu and Kashmir Bank on Saturday formally launched co-lending partnerships with two leading non-banking financial companies for home loans and gold loans. Under the arrangement, the bank has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with Home First []
Clash Inside Prison In J&Ks Rajouri; Security Strengthened
Rajouri/Jammu, Mar 7: A clash broke out among inmates inside a jail in Jammu and Kashmirs Rajouri on Saturday following a heated argument between two prisoners, officials said. The altercation between the two inmates one from Kashmir and the other from Rajouri soon escalated, triggering a scuffle among other prisoners, they said. During the clash, some inmates allegedly pelted stones at prison guards, prompting authorities to intervene and bring the situation under control, the officials said. They said [] The post Clash Inside Prison In J&Ks Rajouri; Security Strengthened appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar Abdullah Calls For Zero Casualty Target To Ensure Safety Of Electricity Linemen In J&K
Jammu, Mar 7: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday directed the power development department to adopt strict safety measures for field staff, stressing that the government must work towards achieving the goal of zero casualty among linemen during duty. Presiding over the Lineman Diwas celebration, organised by Jammu Power Development Corporation Limited, Abdullah said the J-K government, along with the power department, will ensure the safety and protection of every lineman engaged in electricity-related work. The event [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Calls For Zero Casualty Target To Ensure Safety Of Electricity Linemen In J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Sinha Inaugurates Infrastructure Upgradation at Holy Shiv Khori Shrine in Reasi
SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday inaugurated the infrastructure upgradation and beautification works at the revered Shiv Khori Shrine in Reasi district, aimed at enhancing facilities for pilgrims and boosting spiritual tourism in the region. The infrastructure upgrade and beautification works at the holy Shiv Khori Shrine were completed by JSW Group under its []
PM Modi likely to inaugurate 1st Vandhe- Bharat from Jammu to Srinagar soon
Trial run done successfully from Jammu to Katra Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Mar 07: The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, is most likely to inaugurate Indias high speed Vandhe Bharat Train from Jammu to Srinagar very soon as the date for inauguration of this first ever high speed train between two capital cities is being [] The post PM Modi likely to inaugurate 1st Vandhe- Bharat from Jammu to Srinagar soon appeared first on Northlines .
It Was the 19th of Ramadan A Phone Call That Chilled Me to the Bone, One I Can Never Forget
By Syed Majid Gilani It was the 19th of Ramadan, July 30, 2013, a peaceful and blessed day filled with fasting and prayers. I was at home that day, as it was my day off from duty. At that time, I was posted at the Lower Munda Check Post along the SrinagarJammu Highway. Around 11 [] The post It Was the 19th of Ramadan A Phone Call That Chilled Me to the Bone, One I Can Never Forget appeared first on Northlines .
Gilgit Baltistans destiny Life of a protestor
A State that turns its guns on its own populace By S P Singh State Response to Peaceful Demonstrations What began as solemn gathering of mourners to express grief over the killing of Irans Supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khomenei, has turned into a tragic chapter in history of Giligit Baltistan.Shias marched peacefully, [] The post Gilgit Baltistans destiny Life of a protestor appeared first on Northlines .
Attitudes towards women are changing in India
Ramesh Sarraf Dhamora International Womens Day is celebrated to recognize the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women and to advocate for gender equality. It is a day to raise awareness, break barriers, and promote equal opportunities for all. This day reminds us that societies and nations are strengthened when women advance. It is [] The post Attitudes towards women are changing in India appeared first on Northlines .
Rani Gaidinliu: The Rani Laxmibai of Nagaland
By Er. Rajesh Pathak on International Women Day Famous as the Rani Laxmibai of Nagaland, the brave Rani Gaidinliuwaged an armed revolution against the British when she was as young as 16 years of age. She protected Naga culture, aroused the local people against the missionaries conversion tactics, and also organized them to fight when [] The post Rani Gaidinliu: The Rani Laxmibai of Nagaland appeared first on Northlines .
Kashmir: Forester Suspended for Dereliction of Duty
SRINAGAR: The Forest Department has placed a forester under suspension for alleged dereliction of duty and suspected involvement in illegal felling of trees in Rajwar Handwara of forest division Langate. According to an official order, Tanveer Ahmad Malik, Forester and Block Officer of Behnipora Beat in Rajwar Range of Langate Forest Division, has been suspended []
Dream Of Making J&K Nations Spiritual Heart Not Distant: LG Sinha
Jammu, Mar 7 : Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday said that after five years of sustained efforts, the vision of making Jammu and Kashmir the nations spiritual heart is no longer distant. Sinha was addressing a gathering after inaugurating the infrastructure upgradation and beautification work at Shiv Khori shrine in the Reasi district. The work was completed by JSW Group under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). The LG reiterated that it is his primary objective to make Jammu and [] The post Dream Of Making J&K Nations Spiritual Heart Not Distant: LG Sinha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Bank teams up with NBFCs for a big retail push in Home and Gold loan segments
Jammu, Mar 07: In a significant step towards expanding its retail lending footprint especially outside the UT and enhancing credit access, J&K Bank formally launched its co-lending arrangements with the countrys leading NBFCs Home First Finance Company India Limited (HFFC) for the home loan segment and IIFL Finance for the gold loan segment. Presided [] The post J&K Bank teams up with NBFCs for a big retail push in Home and Gold loan segments appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
LG Sinha Hands Over Job Letter To Wife Of SSF Jawan Killed In Road Accident
Jammu, Mar 7: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday handed over a job letter to the wife of a Special Security Force jawan who lost his life in a road accident here on compassionate grounds, a Lok Bhavan spokesman said. Selection grade constable Lokesh Singh, a resident of Nagrota near Jammu, was part of the security entourage deployed for the protection of the lieutenant governor. He lost his life in a road accident in Jammu about three [] The post LG Sinha Hands Over Job Letter To Wife Of SSF Jawan Killed In Road Accident appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Iran-Israel Conflict: CBSE Postpones Class 12 Board Exam In Middle East Countries
New Delhi, Mar 7: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Saturday postponed the Class 12 board exams scheduled on March 9, 10 and 11 in the Middle East region amid the Iran-Israel conflict, officials said. Due to the current situation in parts of the Middle EastBahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE, the board has decided to postpone 12 exams on March 9, 10 and 11, said CBSE Examination Controller Sanyam Bhardwaj. The new dates will [] The post Iran-Israel Conflict: CBSE Postpones Class 12 Board Exam In Middle East Countries appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Forester Suspended For Dereliction Of Duty In J&Ks Handwara
Srinagar, Mar 7 : The Forest Department has placed a forester under suspension for alleged dereliction of duty and suspected involvement in illegal felling of trees in Rajwar Handwara of forestm didvision Langate. According to an official order, Tanveer Ahmad Malik, Forester and Block Officer of Behnipora Beat in Rajwar Range of Langate Forest Division, has been suspended pending a departmental enquiry. The action follows a seizure report submitted by the Forest Protection Force (FPF) after a raid in Compartment [] The post Forester Suspended For Dereliction Of Duty In J&Ks Handwara appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Omar Abdullah Welcomes Nepal Polls, Says Regime Change Must Be Peoples Choice
Jammu, Mar 7: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday welcomed the elections in Nepal, saying the formation of governments must be the choice of the people of the country and not the result of external intervention or aerial bombardment. Abdullah said he had suggested reviewing the FIRs and releasing those detained during protests in the Kashmir valley over the killing of Irans Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. As I said earlier, the only people who get to [] The post Omar Abdullah Welcomes Nepal Polls, Says Regime Change Must Be Peoples Choice appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
RailOne App Now Lets Train Passengers Order Food via Zomato, Swiggy
SRINAGAR: Passengers travelling by train can now order food directly to their seats through the RailOne app, with the service integrated with food delivery platforms Zomato and Swiggy, officials said. The facility has been introduced under the e-catering service of Indian Railways to make train journeys more convenient for passengers. Under the new system, passengers []
NGT Confirms Massive Damage to Sukhnag Due to Illegal Mining
SRINAGAR: A committee constituted by the Deputy Commissioner of Budgam to examine the impact of illegal mining in the Sukhnag river in Beerwah has confirmed extensive damage to the river ecosystem, prompting the National Green Tribunal (NGT) to order further on-site assessment by an expert supervisory panel. The seven-member committee, constituted in August last year []
Northeast now defined by opportunity, not distance from Delhi: Radhakrishnan
AIZAWL, Mar 7: Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Saturday asserted that the Northeast is no longer defined by its geographical distance from the national capital, but by its proximity to new economic opportunities. Addressing the 20th convocation of the Mizoram University (MZU) here, the Vice President noted the shift in the regions development narrative over the last decade and credited the Centres focus on the Act East policy. He said that infrastructure milestones, such as the recently inaugurated Bairabi-Sairang [] The post Northeast now defined by opportunity, not distance from Delhi: Radhakrishnan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Nobody Should Decide For India: Farooq Abdullah On US Waiver To Buy Russian Oil
Srinagar, Mar 7: National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah on Saturday lashed out at the Centre over a US waiver allowing Indian refiners to purchase Russian oil, saying that the country should take decisions on its own and nobody should decide for it. We are not dependent. The tragedy is I do not know why they are making us dependent. It is a question of the independence of this country, Abdullah told reporters here. He said the country has to [] The post Nobody Should Decide For India: Farooq Abdullah On US Waiver To Buy Russian Oil appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Man Held in Delhi 10 Years After Killing Daughter in Jammu
SRINAGAR: The Crime Branch of the Delhi Police has arrested a man who had been on the run for nearly a decade after allegedly killing his 10-year-old daughter in Jammu in 2016, officials said on Saturday. The accused, identified as Ramesh Kumar, a native of Chhatarpur district in Madhya Pradesh, was wanted in a murder []
LG Sinha Inaugurated Infrastructure Upgradation And Beautification Works At Holy Shiv Khori
Jammu, Mar 7: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday inaugurated the infrastructure upgradation and beautification works at holy Shiv Khori Shrine in Reasi District. The works were completed by JSW Group under its Corporate Social Responsibility. In his address, the Lieutenant Governor expressed gratitude to Sajjan Jindal, CMD of JSW Group and his entire team for the historic endeavour. I see this as a profound act of kindness for humanitys shared heritage, he said. The Lieutenant Governor said since the [] The post LG Sinha Inaugurated Infrastructure Upgradation And Beautification Works At Holy Shiv Khori appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ranveer Singh returns for revenge in Dhurandhar 2 trailer
NEW DELHI, Mar 7: The makers of Dhurandhar: The Revenge unveiled the much-awaited trailer of Aditya Dhars directorial on Saturday, featuring Ranveer Singh on a quest to seek vengeance in a high-stakes mission to dismantle a terror network. The 3-minute-25-second trailer starts with Singh returning with ferocious intensity in dual avatars, Jaskirat Singh Rangi and Hamza Ali Mazari, rising to power in Lyari. It continues as Rangi works from inside the gang to bring down a terror outfit. The trailer [] The post Ranveer Singh returns for revenge in Dhurandhar 2 trailer appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sovereignty Not Subject to US Dictation: Farooq Abdullah on Russian Oil Waiver
SRINAGAR: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Saturday said that New Delhi does not require dictation from any foreign capital and must decide its own future. Farooq said, We are a sovereign country. We dont need anyones dictation or permission to do so, in reaction to the US decision to issue a 30-day waiver to []
Ex-Rapper Balendra Shahs Rastriya Swatantra Party Heading Towards Landslide Victory In Nepal
KATHMANDU, Mar 7: Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shahs newly formed Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) was on Saturday heading towards a landslide victory in Nepals first general elections since the violent Gen Z protests, shattering the dominance of established political parties. The RSP, which was formed in 2022 by Ravi Lamichhane, has won 39 of the 50 seats declared so far, including a clean sweep in 10 constituencies of Kathmandu district, and is leading in 80 others, according to the Election Commission. The [] The post Ex-Rapper Balendra Shahs Rastriya Swatantra Party Heading Towards Landslide Victory In Nepal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Police Chief Reviews Security Situation In Pulwama
Srinagar, Mar 7: Jammu and Kashmir Police chief Nalin Prabhat on Saturday stressed on intelligence-based operations and proactive policing to maintain peace and stability in the Union territory. Prabhat, the Director General of Police (DGP), chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the overall security scenario, counter-terror (CT) operations and the law and order situation in Awantipora police district in south Kashmirs Pulwama. During the meeting, the DGP took a detailed review of the prevailing security situation with special focus [] The post J&K Police Chief Reviews Security Situation In Pulwama appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indias rise is unstoppable: Jaishankar
NEW DELHI, Mar 7: Indias rise is unstoppable, and the country alone will determine the trajectory of its growth on the basis of its strengths, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Saturday. Jaishankars comments at the Raisina Dialogue came two days after US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau said that the US will not repeat the mistake of providing India the same type of economic advantages it gave China that helped Beijing become a key competitor. When we [] The post Indias rise is unstoppable: Jaishankar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Two Injured After Inverter Battery Explosion in Srinagar
SRINAGAR: Two persons sustained burn injuries after an inverter battery exploded in the Hawal area of Srinagar on Saturday, officials said. An official said that the injured have been identified as residents of Hawal and Eidgah. Both were immediately shifted to SMHS Hospital Srinagar for treatment, where doctors stated that their condition is stable, official []
J-K: Attempts to smuggle phones to jail inmate foiled in Doda
JAMMU: Two mobile phones were recovered from a parcel meant for an inmate lodged at a jail in Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday, officials said. The recovery was made by authorities during routine checking of parcels delivered at the district jail Bhaderwah. According to officials, the parcel was meant for delivery to []
Man Arrested For Killing His 10-Year-Old Daughter In Jammu: Delhi Police
New Delhi, Mar 7: A man accused of killing his 10-year-old daughter in Jammu, over the suspicion that she was not his biological child, was apprehended from southeast Delhi, police said on Saturday. The accused, Ramesh Kumar, a native of Madhya Pradeshs Chhatarpur district, was wanted in a 2016 murder case registered at Gandhi Nagar Police Station in Jammu, they said. Following his detention, the accused was handed over to the investigating officer from the Jammu and Kashmir Police, who [] The post Man Arrested For Killing His 10-Year-Old Daughter In Jammu: Delhi Police appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ACB Trap Case: Deptt Probe Clears Bribe Charge, Naib Tehsildar Gets Censure; Criminal Case Continues
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir government has imposed the penalty of censure on a former Naib Tehsildar of Tangmarg after concluding departmental proceedings in a corruption case registered by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB). According to an order issued by the Financial Commissioner (Revenue), JK the action was taken against Bashir Ahmad Hajam, son of Ghulam []
Pak court sentences 47 leaders, supporters of Imran Khans party to 10 years imprisonment
ISLAMABAD, Mar 7: An anti-terrorism court on Saturday sentenced 47 Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leaders and supporters to 10 years imprisonment and a PKR 5,00,000 fine each in absentia for vandalism and violence during the May 9, 2023, protest. The countrywide protest was launched by workers and leaders of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) following the arrest of former premier and party founder Imran Khan in Islamabad. A group of protesters also tried to storm the General Headquarters, the seat of the army [] The post Pak court sentences 47 leaders, supporters of Imran Khans party to 10 years imprisonment appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
State actors are behind much of visual misinformation about Iran war
DUBAI, Mar 7: As attacks spread after the bombing of Iran by US and Israeli forces, a video circulated widely of crowds peering up at fire, smoke and debris coming from the top of a high-rise building said to be in Bahrain. Social media users claimed an Iranian attack had hit the skyscraper. But while buildings in Bahrain have been struck by Iranian missiles during the Iran war, this video wasnt real. It was generated with artificial intelligence and shared [] The post State actors are behind much of visual misinformation about Iran war appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pak IRGC operative convicted for plot to kill US officials, including Trump
NEW YORK, Mar 7: Asif Merchant, a 47-year-old Pakistani with ties to Irans Revolutionary Guard Corps, has been convicted of murder-for-hire and attempting terrorism across national borders. He has been found guilty of plotting to assassinate US officials, including President Donald Trump, by hiring a hitman in New York in 2024. A federal jury in Brooklyn found him guilty after a weeklong trial in Brooklyn amid the US-Israel war with Iran. According to prosecutors, Merchant, a trained operative of the [] The post Pak IRGC operative convicted for plot to kill US officials, including Trump appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Hong Kong firm seeks USD 2 billion over Panamas takeover of 2 key canal ports
HONG KONG, Mar 7: A subsidiary of a Hong Kong-based company that has lost control of two critical ports on the Panama Canal said it is seeking USD 2 billion of compensation in damages from Panama over its illegal takeover of the ports. Panama Ports Company, a unit of Hong Kongs CK Hutchison Holdings, said in a Friday statement that it is demanding the sum under international arbitration proceedings that it had already started. Panamas government last week seized control [] The post Hong Kong firm seeks USD 2 billion over Panamas takeover of 2 key canal ports appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Paks CDF Munir meets Saudi Defence Minister amidst escalating regional tensions
ISLAMABAD, Mar 7: Amidst escalating tensions in West Asia, Pakistans Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir travelled to Saudi Arabia and met Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman to discuss the security situation. Saudi Arabia has come under attacks by Iran, putting in cross hairs the mutual defence pact signed between Islamabad and Riyadh last year. The countries are bound by the agreement to come to the defence of each other in case of attack by [] The post Paks CDF Munir meets Saudi Defence Minister amidst escalating regional tensions appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Epstein files reveal power and peril of online sleuths doing governments work
WOLLONGONG, Mar 7: A large release of important documents once meant teams of journalists staying back, working through piles of records late into the night. Today, it triggers something closer to a public audit. The January 30 publication of more than three million documents related to convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has mobilised thousands of online users into doing their own digging. They range from massively popular political livestreamers such as Hasan Piker and Dean Withers, to crowdsourced intelligence [] The post Epstein files reveal power and peril of online sleuths doing governments work appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
US museum hosts special exhibition portraying over 100 prints of Hindu Gods
NEW YORK, Mar 7: Over 100 images of Hindu Gods, curated from collections dating 1860 to 1930, are being displayed at a special exhibition at the prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met) here. The Metropolitan Museum of Art is presenting the exhibition Household Gods: Hindu Devotional Prints, 18601930 on view in four rotations beginning January this year through June 27, 2027, the museum said in a statement. The exhibition presents over 100 works drawn from The Met collection, focusing [] The post US museum hosts special exhibition portraying over 100 prints of Hindu Gods appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PDP President Urges PM Modi to Evacuate Jammu Kashmir Students Stranded in Iran
SRINAGAR: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ensure the safe evacuation of students from Jammu and Kashmir who are currently stranded in Iran. In a post on X, the former chief minister said that the rapidly deteriorating situation in Iran has left thousands of students []
They cant hear AAPs achievements, CM Mann slams Cong MLAs for stormy start to Budget session
Chandigarh, Mar 7: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Saturday slammed Congress MLAs for staging a walkout from the Punjab Assembly during the governors address on Friday, claiming they did so because they couldnt hear the achievements of the AAP government. The Congress MLAs dont have any issue to raise. What else could they do? People do not like them, Mann said while speaking to reporters after seeing off a batch of school principals for a training programme in Singapore. [] The post They cant hear AAPs achievements, CM Mann slams Cong MLAs for stormy start to Budget session appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt fixes wheat procurement target at 30.3 mn tonne for 2026-27
NEW DELHI, Mar 7: The Government has fixed the wheat procurement target at 30.3 million tonne for the 2026-27 Rabi Marketing Season (RMS), as per an official statement. The target was finalised at a meeting of State Food Secretaries chaired by the Secretary in Department of Food and Public Distribution (DFPD), here on Friday. Much of the wheat procurement is undertaken between April and June, while other crops through the season till March. Paddy procurement for 2025-26 (Rabi crop) has [] The post Govt fixes wheat procurement target at 30.3 mn tonne for 2026-27 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K | MLAs Propose Around 8,000 Works For 2025-26; 5,881 Projects Worth Rs 22,275 Crore Included
Jammu, Mar 7: Since the formation of the National Conference-led government in Jammu and Kashmir in 2024, as many as 5,881 development works worth Rs 22,275 crore proposed by MLAs during pre-budget discussions for Budget Estimates 202526 have been accommodated, officials in the finance department said. Under the Constituency Development Fund (CDF), the MLAs have so far recommended around 12,000 works worth about Rs 313 crore against an allocation of Rs 427 crore, indicating strong progress in fund utilisation, the [] The post J&K | MLAs Propose Around 8,000 Works For 2025-26; 5,881 Projects Worth Rs 22,275 Crore Included appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mehbooba Mufti urges PM to evacuate J-K students stranded in Iran
SRINAGAR: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ensure the safe return of students from Jammu and Kashmir stranded in Iran. In a post on X, Mufti, a former chief minister of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir, said that as the situation rapidly deteriorates in []
DSEK Bars DDOs from Exercising Unauthorized Administrative Powers, Warns of Disciplinary Action
SRINAGAR: The Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) has issued an order prohibiting Drawing and Disbursing Officers (DDOs) from exercising administrative powers beyond their authorized mandate, particularly in matters related to staff transfers. According to an official order, the Directorate noted that several officers vested only with DDO powers were effecting transfers and undertaking other []
Worker Critical After Electric Shock in Srinagar
SRINAGAR: A man sustained critical burn injuries after receiving an electric shock while working at Lal Bazar area of Srinagar on Friday, officials said. Official sources said that the injured has been identified as 30-year-old, a resident of Kudara, Bandipora. He was immediately shifted to SKIMS Soura for treatment where doctors said his condition is []
DGP Nalin Prabhat Reviews Security, CT Operations And Law & Order Scenario In Awantipora
SRINAGAR, Mar 7 : Director General of J&K Police, Nalin Prabhat, chaired a comprehensive review meeting on Saturday to assess the overall security scenario, counter-terror (CT) operations and law & order situation in Police District Awantipora. The meeting was held at the District Police Office Awantipora and was attended by senior officers including Special DG Coordination PHQ J&K S.J.M. Gillani, Inspector General of Police Kashmir Zone V.K. Birdi, DIG South Kashmir Range Javid Iqbal Matoo, SSP Awantipora, Addl. SP Awantipora, [] The post DGP Nalin Prabhat Reviews Security, CT Operations And Law & Order Scenario In Awantipora appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Irans President Defies US Demands While Apologising For Strikes On Neighbours
Dubai, Mar 7: Irans president said on Saturday that a demand by the United States for an unconditional surrender is a dream that they should take to their grave. President Masoud Pezeshkian made the statement in a prerecorded address aired by state television. He also apologised for Irans attacks on regional countries, insisting that Tehran would halt them and suggesting they were caused by miscommunication in the ranks. The comments came as intense Iranian fire targeted the Gulf Arab states [] The post Irans President Defies US Demands While Apologising For Strikes On Neighbours appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mehbooba Mufti Urges PM To Evacuate J&K Students Stranded In Iran
SRINAGAR, Mar 7: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ensure the safe return of students from Jammu and Kashmir stranded in Iran. In a post on X, Mufti, a former chief minister of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir, said that as the situation rapidly deteriorates in Iran, thousands of students from the Union territory studying there are currently stranded. Urge PM @narendramodi ji for his personal intervention to ensure [] The post Mehbooba Mufti Urges PM To Evacuate J&K Students Stranded In Iran appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Santals contributions to freedom struggle not given due recognition: Prez
Darjeeling (WB), Mar 7: President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday said the contributions of the Santals to the countrys freedom struggle have not received due recognition, and asserted that the names of several legends belonging to the community were not deliberately included in history. After inaugurating the ninth International Santal Conference at Bidhannagar in Siliguri in West Bengals Darjeeling district, she stressed the need for education for Santal children. I know how much the Santals have contributed to the countrys freedom [] The post Santals contributions to freedom struggle not given due recognition: Prez appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Magnitude 4.1 Earthquake Strikes Iran
SRINAGAR: An earthquake measuring 4.1 on the Richter scale struck western areas of Bandar Abbas in Iran on Saturday morning, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The tremor occurred about 74 kilometres west of Bandar Abbas at a depth of 10 kilometres, with the quake recorded at around 8:48 am (IST), the USGS []
J&K Govt Orders Strict Invoice Checks for Work Contracts
JAMMU, Mar 7: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has directed all Drawing and Disbursing Officers (DDOs) to strictly adhere to financial rules while processing payments for works contracts and ensure proper submission of invoices for materials used during execution of works. In a circular issued by the Finance Department, authorities noted that in several cases [] The post J&K Govt Orders Strict Invoice Checks for Work Contracts appeared first on Northlines .
