Upper Reaches of Kashmir Receive Fresh Snowfall; Plains Lashed by Rain, Temperatures Plummet
SRINAGAR: Fresh snowfall in upper reaches, coupled with rain and gusty winds in the plains led to temperatures plummeting across Kashmir on Monday and disrupted traffic on several key routes. According to the details, upper reaches including Gurez, Gulmarg and Sonamarg received light to moderate snowfall, leading to fall in temperatures. The Gurez-Bandipora Road was []
PDP-BJP Alliance Led to Jammu Kashmir Losing Special Status, Statehood: Dy CM
SRINAGAR: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Monday said Jammu and Kashmir would not have lost its special constitutional status and statehood had Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) not entered into an alliance with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Speaking to reporters in south Kashmirs Shopian district, Choudhary said the political decisions taken in the past []
Narco Hideout Busted in South Kashmir; 3.9 kg Contraband Recovered
SRINAGAR: Police in south Kashmirs Anantnag district on Monday recovered approximately 3.9 kilograms of a charas-like substance during a search operation in the Srigufwara area, officials said. The recovery was made during the investigation of FIR No. 39/2026 registered at Police Station Srigufwara. Acting on a search warrant issued under Section 41 of BNSS by []
Railway Push Set to Boost Kashmir Cherry Trade; 10,000 MT Likely to be Shipped This Season
SRINAGAR: With the cherry harvest season around the corner, fruit growers across Kashmir are looking forward to a significant shift in how their produce reaches markets outside the Valley. Improved railway logistics and expanded parcel services are expected to enable the transportation of an estimated 10,000 metric tonnes of cherries this yearmarking a notable rise []
Traffic Restrictions Announced in Budgam for Nasha Mukt Bharat Padyatra
SRINAGAR: Traffic Police Rural Kashmir has issued an advisory announcing traffic restrictions and diversions in Budgam town on May 5 in view of a mega Padyatra being organised under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan. Officials said vehicular movement through Budgam town will remain restricted from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm, during which the area []
Over 13,000 MSMEs Assessed Across Jammu Kashmir; CS Pushes AI-Driven Reforms
SRINAGAR: More than 13,000 micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) have been digitally assessed across Jammu and Kashmir under the MSME Health Clinic (JKMHC), with Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Monday directing the adoption of artificial intelligence-driven solutions to strengthen the initiative. Chairing a high-level review meeting, the Chief Secretary called for scaling up stakeholder []
High Court Orders Reshuffle of Judicial Officers in Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh
SRINAGAR: The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh on Monday ordered a reshuffle of judicial officers across the Union Territories, effecting multiple transfers and postings in the interest of administrative efficiency. According to Order No. 651 of 2026/RG dated May 4, issued by the Registrar General, several key changes have been made, including []
12 Judicial Officers Transferred In J&K And Ladakh
Srinagar, May 4: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has ordered the transfer and posting of 12 judicial officers in the interest of administration. See Order Copy Click Here The post 12 Judicial Officers Transferred In J&K And Ladakh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Manoj Sinha Chairs 7th Jammu Kashmir Wildlife Board Meeting at Lok Bhavan
SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday chaired the 7th meeting of the Wildlife Board for the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir at Lok Bhavan, where the Board approved a key road project through the Gulmarg Wildlife Sanctuary. The Board accorded approval for the construction of the AshaCheemaGurdaligaliAphrawatSarsonAnita Road within the sanctuary area in []
Lotus Blooming From Gangotri To Gangasagar: PM Modi On BJPs Assembly Election Win
NEW DELHI, May 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the lotus is now blooming from Gangotri to Gangasagar with the BJPs historic victory in West Bengal and asked all parties to work for change, not revenge, and ensure that the states future trumps over fear. Addressing BJP workers at the party headquarters after the win in assembly elections in West Bengal, Assam and Puducherry, Modi said it was a special day in many ways as it heralds a [] The post Lotus Blooming From Gangotri To Gangasagar: PM Modi On BJPs Assembly Election Win appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
KPDCL Schedules Power Shutdown in Srinagar
SRINAGAR: The Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has announced scheduled power shutdowns in parts of Srinagar and adjoining areas on May 5, 7 and 9 due to maintenance work on key transmission lines. According to the Chief Engineer, Distribution, the shutdown of the 33 kV WanganporaSH Pora line and the 33 kV WanganporaKawdara line []
Missile Alert Sounded In United Arab Emirates For First Time Since Ceasefire With Iran
Dubai, May 4: Authorities in the United Arab Emirates have issued a emergency missile alert urging residents to immediately seek shelter. The alert was issued shortly after the United States military announced that two merchant ships had transited the Strait of Hormuz. There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage, and an all-clear signal was later sent. (Agencies) The post Missile Alert Sounded In United Arab Emirates For First Time Since Ceasefire With Iran appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Peoples Power Prevailed In Bengal; Resounding Mandate In Assam: PM On Poll Results
New Delhi, May 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said peoples power has prevailed and the BJPs politics of good governance has triumphed in West Bengal, while in Assam, the NDAs win illustrates the unwavering support for the ruling alliances emphasis on development. In a series of posts on X, Modi also said West Bengal has given a spectacular mandate to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and assured the people of the state that the party will do everything [] The post Peoples Power Prevailed In Bengal; Resounding Mandate In Assam: PM On Poll Results appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dr Poonam Sethi Transferred As I/C Director Health Services Jammu
JAMMU, May 4: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has ordered the transfer and posting of Dr. Poonam Sethi, I/C Director Family Welfare, MCH & Immunization, J&K, as I/C Director Health Services, Jammu, in the interest of administration and patient care. According to Government Order No. 392JK (HME) of 2026 dated May 4, 2026, the appointment has been made on a temporary basis and will remain subject to the outcome of any pending writ petitions before courts of law. The [] The post Dr Poonam Sethi Transferred As I/C Director Health Services Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Thirteen of 21 ministers defeated as LDF faces major setback in Kerala
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Thirteen members of the 21-member LDF cabinet led by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan were defeated in the Kerala Assembly elections as the ruling front suffered a major setback across the state. Of the 21 ministers, only the Chief Minister, K Rajan (Revenue), G R Anil (Civil Supplies), K N Balagopal (Finance), P Prasad (Agriculture), []
Srinagar Police Demolishes Illegal Structure Of Notorious Drug Peddler, Issues Stern Warning
Srinagar, May 4: In a decisive action under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, Srinagar Police on Monday demolished an illegal residential structure belonging to a habitual drug peddler in the Palpora Noorbagh area of the city. The accused has been identified as Mohammad Irfan Sheikh alias Iff, son of Mohammad Ashraf Sheikh, a resident of Pamposh Colony, Palpora Noorbagh. He is a known narcotics offender involved in multiple cases under the NDPS Act, including FIR No. 134/2024 [] The post Srinagar Police Demolishes Illegal Structure Of Notorious Drug Peddler, Issues Stern Warning appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Fake MBBS Admissions Racket Busted, 18 NEET Aspirants Rescued; 4 Fraudsters Held
NEW DELHI, May 4: Delhi Police busted an organised racket that allegedly duped NEET aspirants and their families by promising guaranteed MBBS admissions and arrested four people, including the suspected mastermind and a doctor, an official said on Monday. Eighteen students, which included minors, were rescued from the alleged fraudsters, who had taken them to undisclosed locations on the pretext of providing exam questions ahead of the NEET (UG) 2026 examination on May 3, police said. The fake question [] The post Fake MBBS Admissions Racket Busted, 18 NEET Aspirants Rescued; 4 Fraudsters Held appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Stock markets end higher; Sensex rallies 356 points
MUMBAI, May 4: Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended higher on Monday, helped by buying in blue-chip stocks and state poll results moving towards an outcome in line with market expectations. The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 355.90 points or 0.46 per cent to settle at 77,269.40. During the day, it jumped 997.25 points or 1.29 per cent to 77,910.75. The 50-share NSE Nifty rallied 121.75 points or 0.51 per cent to end at 24,119.30. From the 30-Sensex firms, Adani Ports, [] The post Stock markets end higher; Sensex rallies 356 points appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
New Delhi, May 4: The results and trends of assembly polls on Monday signalled some tectonic political changes with the BJP on course to form its first government in West Bengal and actor-turned politician Vijay writing a new script in Tamil Nadu. BJP-led NDA is on course to a sweeping victory in Assam as is Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) in Keralam, and NR Congress-led alliance in Puducherry. BJPs expected victory in West Bengal will mark a significant moment for [] The post BJP On Course To Make History In Bengal, Poised To Retain Assam; Vijay Rewrites Script In Tamil Nadu, UDF Set To Win Keralam appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The Scroll That Never Ends: How Infinite Feeds Are Rewiring Teen Brains
Theres a moment every parent recognizes. You call your teenagers name. Nothing. You call again. Still nothing. Theyre not asleep. Theyre scrolling thumb moving in that slow, hypnotic rhythm, eyes glazed, completely gone. It looks peaceful. It isnt. Infinite scroll was designed to keep people moving through content without ever hitting a natural stopping point. No page breaks. No end. Just more. The engineer who invented it, Aza Raskin, has since publicly regretted it, estimating the feature costs humanity [] The post The Scroll That Never Ends: How Infinite Feeds Are Rewiring Teen Brains appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The Most Dangerous Mobs in Minecraft and How to Beat Them
There are about 4.3 million active users of Minecraft Realms. By March 2025, that has increased by 17% annually. This figure indicates that more individuals are being killed by Minecraft mobs than ever before. Knowing which species can kill you is essential for enjoying the game. Ranking the Deadliest Creatures in Minecraft Not all Minecraft mobs are created equal. Some are annoying. Others are genuinely terrifying. Here are the most dangerous mobs on the Minecraft mobs list right now: Warden: [] The post The Most Dangerous Mobs in Minecraft and How to Beat Them appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ACB charge-sheets 11, including SMC officials, in illegal construction case
Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Monday filed a charge-sheet against 11 accused, including four Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) officials and seven beneficiaries for alleged violations in a building permission case involving illegal constructions in Srinagar. In a statement, a spokesperson said the Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau presented Charge sheet against []
Engineer Rashid moves Delhi HC to modify interim bail order
NEW DELHI: Baramulla MP Sheikh Abdul Rashid alias Engineer Rashid on Monday urged the Delhi High Court to modify its earlier order granting him one-week interim bail in a terror funding case and allow him to be with his ailing father, who has been shifted to AIIMS Delhi from Srinagar. A bench of Justices Prathiba []
Engineer Rashid Moves Delhi High Court To Modify Interim Bail Order
NEW DELHI, May 4: Baramulla MP Sheikh Abdul Rashid alias Engineer Rashid on Monday urged the Delhi High Court to modify its earlier order granting him one-week interim bail in a terror funding case and allow him to be with his ailing father, who has been shifted to AIIMS Delhi from Srinagar. A bench of Justices Prathiba M Singh and Madhu Jain, which had confined the Baramulla MP to Srinagar for the duration of his interim bail, listed the matter [] The post Engineer Rashid Moves Delhi High Court To Modify Interim Bail Order appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Leh, May 4: The Lieutenant Governor of Union Territory of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, called on the Union Minister for Jal Shakti, CR Patil, in New Delhi and discussed various ongoing water resource, irrigation, and flood management projects in Ladakh. The Lieutenant Governor apprised the Minister about the Project Him Sarovar, an ambitious initiative of the UT Administration launched recently in Ladakh, which aims at conserving the snow and glacial melt by constructing water bodies in villages. The LG informed [] The post LG Saxena Meets Union Minister CR Patil; Discusses Key Water Resource And Irrigation Initiatives For Ladakh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ACB Files Charge-Sheet Against 11 Accused in Illegal Construction Case in Srinagar
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Monday filed a charge-sheet against 11 accused persons, including officials of the Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) and private beneficiaries, in a case related to violations of building permission norms in Srinagar. The charge-sheet was presented before the Court of the Additional Special Judge, Anti-Corruption, Srinagar in []
ACB Files Charge-Sheet Against 11 Accused, Including SMC Officials, In Illegal Construction Case
Srinagar, May 4: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau has filed a charge-sheet against 11 accused persons, including officials of the Srinagar Municipal Corporation and private beneficiaries, in connection with a case involving violations of building permission norms. According to officials, the charge-sheet has been presented before the Court of Additional Special Judge Anti-Corruption Srinagar in FIR No. 24/2020 registered under relevant provisions of the J&K Prevention of Corruption Act and RPC. The case pertains to the illegal construction of [] The post ACB Files Charge-Sheet Against 11 Accused, Including SMC Officials, In Illegal Construction Case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Study suggests mechanism by which physical movement could be linked with brains cleansing process
New Delhi, May 4: A study has suggested a mechanism by which performing a physical behaviour can trigger a movement of the cerebrospinal fluid a clear liquid that circulates in the brain which may then carry away waste that can interfere with normal brain function. Functions of the cerebrospinal fluid include removing waste, cushioning the central nervous system from shocks, and delivering nutrients. The colourless fluid is part of the glymphatic system. Our research explains how just moving [] The post Study suggests mechanism by which physical movement could be linked with brains cleansing process appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SRINAGAR: The High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh has dismissed an intra-court appeal filed by the Union Territory administration, upholding a Single Judges ruling that landowners granted proprietary rights under a 1966 government order cannot be restrained from selling their land for want of prior government permission. The Division Bench comprising the Chief Justice []
LG Inaugurates All India Inter-University Wushu Championship At University Of Kashmir
SRINAGAR, May 4: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday called upon the Athletes to act as the Ambassadors of Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyaan and inspire the youth to shun drugs and embrace sports. The Lieutenant Governor was speaking at the inaugural ceremony of All India Inter-University Wushu Championship at University of Kashmir. In his address, the Lieutenant Governor reiterated that the Administration is committed to building a robust sporting culture across Higher Educational Institutions, ensuring equal opportunities for every [] The post LG Inaugurates All India Inter-University Wushu Championship At University Of Kashmir appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
US-led task force tells ships to reroute on first day of new effort to reopen Strait of Hormuz
DUBAI, May 4: The United States kicked off an effort to guide stranded ships from the Iran-gripped Strait of Hormuz, as it tries to counter economic disruptions that outlasted the peak of fighting with no peace deal in sight. A day after US President Donald Trump announced what he called Project Freedom, the Joint Maritime Information Centre said Monday that the US had set up an enhanced security area south of typical shipping routes and urged mariners to coordinate closely [] The post US-led task force tells ships to reroute on first day of new effort to reopen Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pak foreign minister discusses regional situation with Iranian counterpart
ISLAMABAD, May 4: Pakistans Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar discussed the situation in West Asia and Islamabads diplomatic efforts for peace and stability in the region with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi, officials here said on Monday. Dar and Araghchi held a telephonic conversation late Sunday night, the Foreign Office said in a statement. The discussion focused on the regional situation and Pakistans ongoing diplomatic efforts for peace and stability in the region, it said. Araghchi appreciated Pakistans constructive role and [] The post Pak foreign minister discusses regional situation with Iranian counterpart appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Spike Lee praises Michael; defends against controversy over exclusion of child sex abuse claims
LOS ANGELES, May 4: Filmmaker Spike Lee has defended Michael, the new biopic on King of Pop Michael Jackson, against criticism that it does not show child abuse claims against the late singer. Directed by Antoine Fuqua, the new biopic is a hit at the box office and features Michael Jacksons nephew Jaafar Jackson in the title role. First of all, if youre a movie critic, and youre complaining about the stuff, all this other stuff-but the movie ends at [] The post Spike Lee praises Michael; defends against controversy over exclusion of child sex abuse claims appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
New Mexico seeks child safety restrictions on Meta apps, algorithms in trials 2nd phase
SANTA FE (US), May 4: New Mexico state prosecutors are seeking fundamental changes to Metas social media apps and algorithms to safeguard children in the second phase of a landmark trial on allegations that platforms such as Instagram have created a public safety hazard. Opening statements are scheduled for Monday in the three-week bench trial to decide whether the platforms of Meta, which also owns Facebook and WhatsApp, pose a public nuisance under state law. In the first phase, jurors [] The post New Mexico seeks child safety restrictions on Meta apps, algorithms in trials 2nd phase appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bajaj Auto total sales up 40 pc at 5,13,792 units in April
NEW DELHI, May 4: Bajaj Auto Ltd on Monday reported a 40 per cent jump in total sales in April at 5,13,792 units as against 3,65,810 units in the same month last year. Total domestic sales were up 13 per cent at 2,48,210 units as compared to 2,20,615 units in April 2025, Bajaj Auto said in a statement. Exports grew by 83 per cent at 2,65,582 units as compared to 1,45,195 units in the year-ago month, it added. Two-wheeler sales [] The post Bajaj Auto total sales up 40 pc at 5,13,792 units in April appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Adobe names Manoj Nagpal as VP of Global Delivery Center & Shared Services in India
NEW DELHI, May 4: Adobe on Monday announced the appointment of Manoj Nagpal as Vice President, Global Delivery Center and Shared Services, effective immediately. Based in Bengaluru, he will lead initiatives to expand delivery operations, promote innovation, and develop high-performing teams to drive global business expansion, the company said in a statement. He will report directly to Scott Bajtos, Global Vice President, Consulting, Customer Engineering & Customer Success at Adobe. India is a strategic hub for Adobes global delivery and [] The post Adobe names Manoj Nagpal as VP of Global Delivery Center & Shared Services in India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Hero MotoCorp appoints Sachin Agrawal as CTO
NEW DELHI, May 4: Two-wheeler maker Hero MotoCorp Ltd on Monday announced the appointment of Sachin Agrawal as its new Chief Technology Officer effective May 21, 2026. Agrawal will succeed Vikram Kasbekar, who is stepping down from the position but will continue to serve on the board of the company as Executive Director, MotoCorp said in a regulatory filing. In his role, Agrawal will lead the next phase of the companys R&D transformation across both the Hero Centre for Innovation [] The post Hero MotoCorp appoints Sachin Agrawal as CTO appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Milky Mist raises Rs 482 crore from Temasek arm in pre-IPO round
NEW DELHI, May 4: ADairy products maker Milky Mist Dairy Food Ltd has raised about Rs 482 crore from Jongsong Investments Pte Ltd, an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Temasek Holdings, in a pre-initial public offering (IPO) funding round, according to a public announcement. The fundraise includes a primary capital infusion of around Rs 357 crore and a secondary share sale worth about Rs 125 crore ahead of the companys proposed IPO. As part of the primary issuance, the company allotted [] The post Milky Mist raises Rs 482 crore from Temasek arm in pre-IPO round appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BHEL Q4 net profit jumps two-fold to Rs 1,290 crore
NEW DELHI, May 4: State-owned BHEL on Monday posted a two-fold jump in consolidated net profit to Rs 1,290.47 crore during the quarter ended March 31, supported by growth in revenues. It had reported a net profit of Rs 504.45 crore in the same period a year ago, the company said in an exchange filing. During the fourth quarter, its total income surged to Rs 12,553.50 crore from Rs 9,142.64 crore in the January-March period of preceding 2024-25 financial year. [] The post BHEL Q4 net profit jumps two-fold to Rs 1,290 crore appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Three Medical Shops Sealed in South Kashmir for Violations
SRINAGAR: Three medical establishments were sealed during a joint inspection drive by the Drug Control Organisation and Jammu and Kashmir Police in the Achabal area of south Kashmirs Anantnag district on Monday for violations of drug control norms. Officials said a total of 19 medical establishments were inspected during the operation. The three outlets sealed []
Godrej Properties clocks 70 pc profit growth in Q4; FY26 profit rises 32 pc to Rs 1,850 cr
NEW DELHI, May 4: Realty firm Godrej Properties on Monday reported a 70 per cent increase in consolidated net profit at Rs 649.88 crore for the quarter ended March on higher income amid strong housing demand. Its net profit stood at Rs 381.99 crore in the year-ago period. Total income rose to Rs 3,806.65 crore during January-March quarter of 2025-26 fiscal from Rs 2,681.06 crore in the corresponding period of the preceding year, according to a regulatory filing. During the [] The post Godrej Properties clocks 70 pc profit growth in Q4; FY26 profit rises 32 pc to Rs 1,850 cr appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar Calls For Timely Execution Of Works, Improved Inter-Departmental Coordination
SRINAGAR, May 4: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reviewed the functioning of various departments and sought improved inter-departmental coordination at a meeting of administrative secretaries here on Monday. Soon after the Civil Secretariat reopened here as part of Darbar Move, the chief minister inspected the offices, reviewing overall functioning and the facilities available for employees as well as the public. He toured key sections, including ministers chambers, officers rooms, clerical halls, and the newly renovated public waiting area, [] The post CM Omar Calls For Timely Execution Of Works, Improved Inter-Departmental Coordination appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
26-Year-Old Labourer Killed in South Kashmir
SRINAGAR: A labourer was killed and another injured after a concrete slab of a residential house collapsed in the Sharshali area of Khrew in south Kashmir on Monday. Official sources said the incident occurred around noon when two labourers came under a concrete slab while demolishing a structure. The injured were identified as Mohammad Younis []
MeT Forecasts Unsettled Weather Across Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has issued a weather forecast for Jammu and Kashmir, predicting a spell of unsettled weather followed by largely dry conditions over the coming days. According to the forecast, on May 4, most places are expected to witness generally cloudy conditions with one or two spells of light to moderate rain []
Woman Dies After Shooting Herself With Rifle in North Kashmir
SRINAGAR: A woman on Monday allegedly died by suicide after shooting herself with a 12-bore rifle in the Dudran area of Boniyar in north Kashmirs Baramulla district. Officials said the woman used a 12-bore rifle to take her own life in Boniyar. A police team soon reached the spot and shifted the body to hospital []
Woman Shoots Herself Dead in Boniyar Baramulla
Srinagar: A woman on Monday shot her herself to dead with a 12 Bore rifle in Dudran area of Boniyar on North Kashmirs Baramulla district. Officials said that today a woman killed herself by using a 12 bore rifle in Boniyar. Soon a team of police reached the spot and shifted the body to hospital []
Jammu Kashmir: Director Finance Bereaved, Son Dies of Cardiac Arrest
SRINAGAR: Amaan Zahoor Wani, son of Jammu and Kashmir governments Director of Finance Zahoor Ahmad Wani, died in Delhi after suffering a sudden cardiac arrest, family sources said on Monday. According to reports, Amaan had recently joined a private company in Delhi and was reportedly in good health. On the day of the incident, he []
Four Youths From UP, MP Undertake 9-Month-Long Dandavat Yatra To Amarnath Shrine
RAMBAN/JAMMU, May 4: Undeterred by high temperatures and difficult terrain, four youths from Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh have been on an extraordinary, over nine-month-long journey to the revered Amarnath Shrine, performing dandavat pranam a rigorous religious practice involving full-body prostrations to spread a message of Sanatan Dharma and communal harmony. Traversing the winding stretches of the JammuSrinagar National Highway in Ramban district, the young pilgrims have been advancing entirely through full-body prostrations a form of pilgrimage where [] The post Four Youths From UP, MP Undertake 9-Month-Long Dandavat Yatra To Amarnath Shrine appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
WB polls: BJP crosses majority mark, leads in 185 seats; Mamata ahead in Bhabanipur
Kolkata, May 04: Signalling a potential political churn in West Bengal, a state long dominated by TMC's Mamata Banerjee, the BJP surged past the halfway mark on Monday, leading in 185 assembly seats against the TMCs 91 as counting progressed steadily, according to the Election Commission data. With the majority mark of 148 in the 294-member House breached in early trends, the Bharatiya Janata Partys momentum pointed to a possible breakthrough, while the ruling Trinamool Congress scrambled to close the widening gap in what has emerged as a potentially game-changing electoral battle. The early numbers, indicating a possible outcome that could reshape the states political landscape following a fiercely fought elections, also suggested a geographically split mandate, with the BJP pushing ahead in border, tribal and industrial regions, while the TMC held ground in parts of Kolkata and select rural strongholds. Counting for 293 Assembly seats began at 8 am with postal ballots, followed by EVM votes. The Election Commission has countermanded polls in the entire Falta constituency in South 24 Parganas district, citing severe electoral offences and subversion of the democratic process during polling in a large number of polling stations. The election is widely seen as a referendum on Banerjees bid for a fourth consecutive term against an aggressive BJP that has sought to convert its 2021 gains into a decisive breakthrough. Even as the broader trend favoured the BJP, Banerjee was ahead in her Bhabanipur stronghold by 16,706 votes over BJP challenger Suvendu Adhikari after five rounds of counting, offering early comfort to the TMC in a prestige seat. The Bhabanipur contest witnessed sharp swings through the morning, with Banerjee leading in the first round, trailing in the second, and regaining the advantage in the third underlining the volatility of early trends. However, in Nandigram, the other marquee battleground, Adhikari was ahead by over 3,135 votes against TMCs Pabitra Kar after two rounds of counting. Beyond the headline numbers, the trends indicated a deeper churn in the states political landscape. For a party that has known uninterrupted power since 2011, the current numbers with the BJP surging ahead in over 174 seats and the TMC trailing well behind suggest the possible unravelling of a carefully constructed political machine that thrived on centralised authority, welfare outreach and relentless booth-level mobilisation. The scale of the shift is reflected in emerging vote share patterns, with the BJPs share rising to around 44.8 per cent a sharp jump from 2021 while the TMCs dipped to nearly 41.7 per cent, indicating erosion across segments that once formed its dependable base. Perhaps more telling is the churn in the 177 constituencies where voter deletions had exceeded previous victory margins a silent faultline that appears to have turned electoral. The BJP was holding ground in all the seats it had won in this category in 2021 and making inroads into several of the 120 segments that the TMC had previously dominated, pointing to a deeper, more systemic shift rather than a transient swing. Initial trends from across the state showed several TMC heavyweights trailing, triggering concern within the ruling camp. In Cooch Behar districts Dinhata, minister Udayan Guha was trailing by 6,259 votes against BJPs Ajay Ray after four of the 24 rounds of counting. TMCs Manas Ranjan Bhunia was trailing in Paschim Medinipur districts Sabang constituency, where he has won seven elections earlier, with BJPs Amal Kumar Panda ahead by 693 votes after the third round. In Kolkata, BJPs Purnima Chakraborty was leading by 1,430 votes over TMC minister Shashi Panja, signalling early cracks in some urban pockets for the ruling party. In Monteswar, BJPs Saikat Panja was ahead by 13,308 votes over TMCs Siddiqullah Chowdhury, while in Asansol Dakshin, BJP leader Agnimitra Paul was leading by 18,812 votes. West Bengal Assembly Speaker Biman Banerjee was trailing by 1,448 votes in Baruipur Paschim constituency. The BJP was also leading in a swath of constituencies, including Dinhata, Gosaba, Baghmundi, Bankura, Durgapur Purba, Binpur, Nayagram, Rajganj and Bhagwangola, indicating traction across Junglemahal, north Bengal and industrial belts. In contrast, the TMC retained leads in pockets such as Deganga, besides urban seats like Kasba, Ballygunge, Bhabanipur and Entally, and rural belts including Singur, Raina, Jamalpur, Khandaghosh, Sitai, Malatipur and Mothabari. The CPI(M) was leading in Domkal in Murshidabad district, while the ISF was ahead in Minakhan in South 24 Parganas. Aam Janata Unnayan Party chief Humayun Kabir was leading in Nowda in Murshidabad over his nearest TMC rival after the first round, with a margin of 2,890 votes and several rounds remaining. Officials cautioned that trends could shift significantly as more rounds are counted, with clearer patterns expected only later in the day.
Three Ministers, CMs Advisor To Remain Available At Civil Secretariat Jammu In May
JAMMU, May 4: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has issued a roster for availability of Ministers at Civil Secretariat, Jammu, for the month of May 2026. As per the order, Surinder Kumar Choudhary, Deputy Chief Minister, will remain available from May 4 to May 8, followed by Sakeena Masood (Itoo), Minister for Health and Medical Education, School Education, Higher Education and Social Welfare, from May 11 to May 15. Nasir Aslam Wani, Advisor to the Chief Minister, will be [] The post Three Ministers, CMs Advisor To Remain Available At Civil Secretariat Jammu In May appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
West Bengal Polls: BJP Crosses Majority Mark, Leads In 185 Seats; Mamata Ahead In Bhabanipur
KOLKATA, May 4: Signalling a potential political churn in West Bengal, a state long dominated by TMCs Mamata Banerjee, the BJP surged past the halfway mark on Monday, leading in 185 assembly seats against the TMCs 91 as counting progressed steadily, according to the Election Commission data. With the majority mark of 148 in the 294-member House breached in early trends, the Bharatiya Janata Partys momentum pointed to a possible breakthrough, while the ruling Trinamool Congress scrambled to close the [] The post West Bengal Polls: BJP Crosses Majority Mark, Leads In 185 Seats; Mamata Ahead In Bhabanipur appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Roster Of Administrative Secretaries Issued For May 2026 At Jammu Secretariat
Jammu, May 4: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has notified the roster of Administrative Secretaries for the Civil Secretariat, Jammu, for the month of May 2026 to ensure smooth and efficient functioning of official work. According to Government Order No. 859-JK(GAD) of 2026 dated May 3, the General Administration Department (GAD) has scheduled senior officers to remain available at the Civil Secretariat on a rotational basis during the summer session. As per the roster, Ashwani Kumar, IAS, Financial Commissioner [] The post Roster Of Administrative Secretaries Issued For May 2026 At Jammu Secretariat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CarInfo, The App That Stays With You From the Day You Buy Your Car to the Day You Sell It
Owning a car in India involves a lot more than just driving. Theres insurance to renew, challans to track, RTO paperwork to decode, service records to maintain, loans to manage, and eventually, a sale to navigate. Most people handle each of these things through a different app, website, or office, and it gets exhausting. CarInfo was built with a simple idea: what if one platform could handle all of it? Not just the obvious stuff like checking your RC details, [] The post CarInfo, The App That Stays With You From the Day You Buy Your Car to the Day You Sell It appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC Seeks Centres Response On Plea Seeking Filling Of Vacancies In Armed Forces Tribunal
NEW DELHI, May 4: Taking note of vacancies in the Armed Forces Tribunal, the Supreme Court on Monday sought responses from the Centre and others on a plea seeking to complete the process of selection and fill the vacant posts in a time-bound manner. While agreeing to hear the petition, a bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi asked Attorney General R Venkataramani to assist it in the matter. The bench told the counsel [] The post SC Seeks Centres Response On Plea Seeking Filling Of Vacancies In Armed Forces Tribunal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Yogi Adityanath holds Janata Darshan, assures redressal of public grievances
LUCKNOW, May 4: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday held a Janata Darshan here, interacting with people from across the state and assuring them that all genuine grievances would be addressed promptly. During the programme, the Chief Minister met complainants and reviewed their issues, reiterating the Governments commitment to resolving legitimate concerns. Adityanath also interacted with children who had accompanied their parents and inquired about their education. Upon learning that some of them were yet to be enrolled [] The post Yogi Adityanath holds Janata Darshan, assures redressal of public grievances appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC agrees to hear pleas against Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act
NEW DELHI, May 4: The Supreme Court on Monday sought responses from the Centre, all states and Union territories on a batch of pleas challenging the constitutional validity of the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026. A bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi agreed to hear the pleas and issued notice on them. The bench said the matter would be placed before a three-judge bench, which would be constituted by the [] The post SC agrees to hear pleas against Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Victory For PM Modi: BJP Leaders Say People Of Bengal Have Voted For Change
KOLKATA, May 4: Exuding confidence about forming the next government in West Bengal, BJP leaders on Monday said people of the state have voted for change and in favour of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The BJP was leading in 171 seats against the TMCs 83 as counting progressed for 293 assembly segments, signalling a political shift in the state. Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari asserted that the BJP will form the next government in the state. Adhikari is seeking [] The post Victory For PM Modi: BJP Leaders Say People Of Bengal Have Voted For Change appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bengal Polls: BJP Leads In 152 Seats, TMC In 81; Mamata Banerjee Ahead In Bhabanipur
KOLKATA, May 4: The BJP maintained a strong lead in West Bengal on Monday, surging ahead in 152 Assembly seats against the TMCs 81 as counting progressed steadily, signalling a potential political churn in a state long dominated by Mamata Banerjee and setting the stage for a high-stakes power shift. With the halfway mark of 148 in the 294-member House within striking distance, the BJPs early momentum pointed to a possible breakthrough, while the ruling TMC scrambled to close the [] The post Bengal Polls: BJP Leads In 152 Seats, TMC In 81; Mamata Banerjee Ahead In Bhabanipur appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
For Supporters, Thalapathy Vijay Becomes Muthalamaichar Vijay
CHENNAI, May 4: As actor-politician Vijay-led TVK appeared inching towards the majority mark of 118 Assembly seats out of the total 234 segments in Tamil Nadu, celebrations by party workers and fans erupted across the state. Amid chants of TVK and Vijay, party workers gathered outside the party headquarters at Panaiyur near here and distributed sweets and hailed the party founder as Muthalamaichar (Chief Minister) Vijay, who continues to be popular as Thalapathy (Commander, his film title). Meanwhile, visuals of [] The post For Supporters, Thalapathy Vijay Becomes Muthalamaichar Vijay appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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KOLKATA/CHENNAI, May 4: The BJP was forging a possible victory path in West Bengal with leads in 109 seats against the ruling TMCs 63 and surging ahead in Assam while actor-politician Vijays TVK was set for a stunning debut in Tamil Nadu, ahead in 103 seats, leaving the ruling DMK in number three position, according to trends on the Election Commission website. As votes were counted for assembly elections in West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Puducherry, the east [] The post Election Trends: Saffron Rise In East With BJP Set To Bag Prized WB And Assam, Vijays TVK Smashes Through TN appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bengal Polls: BJP Leads In 111 Seats, TMC In 69; Mamata Ahead In Bhabanipur
Kolkata, May 4: The BJP gained early lead in West Bengal on Monday, surging ahead in 111 Assembly seats against the TMCs 69 as counting gathered pace, signalling a possible outcome that could reshape the states political landscape following a high-stakes and tightly fought electoral battle. The early numbers suggest a geographically split mandate in the making with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) pushing ahead in border, tribal and industrial regions, while the Trinamool Congress (TMC) holds ground in parts [] The post Bengal Polls: BJP Leads In 111 Seats, TMC In 69; Mamata Ahead In Bhabanipur appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
TN polls: TVK pushes DMK behind with leads in 98 seats, AIADMK ahead in 63
CHENNAI: New entrant TVK, led by actor-politician Vijay, was on course for a surprise electoral show on Monday, leading in as many as 98 constituencies when counting of votes polled in the April 23 Assembly elections was on across Tamil Nadu, leaving behind the Dravidian heavyweights DMK and AIADMK. The DMK had little to smile []
Operation Sindoor Showed World Indian Militarys Capabilities: Rajnath Singh
NEW DELHI/PRAYAGRAJ, May 4: Days ahead of the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday described it as a unique example of how the Indian military utilised advanced technology to deliver a decisive blow to terror groups and their patrons. Addressing an event in Uttar Pradeshs Prayagraj, Singh emphasised that while the armed forces showed patience, they were clinical in destroying terrorist infrastructure. He added that the operation served as a global reminder of the Indian [] The post Operation Sindoor Showed World Indian Militarys Capabilities: Rajnath Singh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Darbar Move Resumes In Srinagar; Civil Secretariat Opens For Summer
Srinagar, May 4: The annual Darbar Move resumed in summer capital Srinagar on Monday as the Civil Secretariat officially reopened after shifting from Jammu. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour by the Jammu and Kashmir Police upon his arrival at the Secretariat. The reopening marks the commencement of the governments summer functioning in Srinagar, with various departments resuming operations to facilitate governance and public service delivery in the Valley. Senior officials and staff members have [] The post Darbar Move Resumes In Srinagar; Civil Secretariat Opens For Summer appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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NDA Ahead In 98 Seats In Assam, Cong In 25: EC
GUWAHATI, May 4: The ruling NDA was leading in 98 seats in Assam while the Congress was ahead in 25 constituencies, according to the Election Commission. The EC has released trends for all 126 constituencies in the state, with the BJP leading in 78 while its alliance partners, the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) and the Bodoland Peoples Front (BPF) were ahead in 10 seats each. The Congress was leading in 25 seats, and its ally Raijor Dal in one seat, [] The post NDA Ahead In 98 Seats In Assam, Cong In 25: EC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Defeated BJP candidate of Sringeri constituency declared elected as MLA, after recounting
CHIKKAMAGALURU (KARNATAKA): BJP candidate from the Sringeri Assembly constituency, who was defeated in the 2023 election, D N Jeevaraj, has been declared elected as MLA by the returning officer after recounting of postal ballots. The announcement was made after the reverification and recount of postal ballots, as per the High Court order. The reverification and []
Darbar Move Resumes in Srinagar After Four-Year Gap
SRINAGAR: The annual Darbar Move resumed in Srinagar on Monday after a four-year suspension, marking the seasonal relocation of the Union Territorys administrative machinery from Jammu. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah received a ceremonial guard of honour amid heightened security arrangements as the Civil Secretariat and other government offices formally reopened in Srinagar for the summer []
Bengal Polls: BJP Leading In 8 Seats, TMC In 2; BGPM Ahead In Kalimpong
KOLKATA, May 4: The BJP was leading in eight assembly constituencies while the TMC was ahead in two, according to early trends available on the Election Commission website, as counting of votes for the West Bengal Assembly elections was underway on Monday. The Bharatiya Gorkha Prajatantrik Morcha (BGPM), an ally of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in the Darjeeling hills, was leading in Kalimpong. As per EC data, BJP candidate Lakshmi Kanta Sau was leading in Jhargram with 5,156 votes, ahead [] The post Bengal Polls: BJP Leading In 8 Seats, TMC In 2; BGPM Ahead In Kalimpong appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NEET-UG 2026 Across Kashmir: A Day of Prayers and Pressure
by Afreen Ashraf SRINAGAR: On Sunday, the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2026 was conducted across the country, with more than 50,000 aspirants from Jammu and Kashmir appearing at designated centres under strict security arrangements. However, no official figures were released on the exact number of candidates registered or those who appeared for the []
Vote Counting Underway for Assembly Elections in Five States and Puducherry
SRINAGAR: Counting of votes for the Assembly elections in Assam, West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and the Union Territory of Puducherry began this morning at 8 am, with postal ballots taken up first, followed by Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). Early trends are expected to emerge by noon as counting progresses across all centres. The Election []
Press Freedom Day: NC Leaders Emphasise Role of Free Media, Pay Tribute to Fallen Journalists
SRINAGAR: On the occasion of International Press Freedom Day, Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC) leaders underscored the importance of a free and independent press, while paying tribute to journalists who lost their lives in the line of duty. NC Chief Spokesperson Tanvir Sadiq extended appreciation to journalists and members of the media fraternity for []
Govt failed to address rising unemployment in J&K: Bukhari
Urges Centre to bridge trust deficit, calls for CBMs, release of prisoners,restoration of rights SRINAGAR: Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari, on Sunday accused the government of lacking a comprehensive plan to tackle rising unemployment in Jammu and Kashmir. He said that the ruling party misled the public during election campaign by making false []
Press Freedom Day:Tanvir Sadiq lauds J&Ks journalistic fraternity
Assures support for free, fearless journalism SRINAGAR: On the occasion of International Press Freedom Day, Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Chief Spokesperson Tanvir Sadiq extended his heartfelt appreciation to journalists and members of the media fraternity for their unwavering commitment to truth and public service. In a statement, Tanvir Sadiq lauded the resilience and dedication []
Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyan: Police destroy illegal opium poppy cultivation in Anantnag
Case registered ANANTNAG: In its sustained drive against narcotics cultivation and drug-related activities, J&K Police has successfully detected and destroyed an illegally cultivated opium poppy crop spread over approximately 04 marlas of orchard land in the Larnoo area of Anantnag. Police Station Larnoo received credible information through reliable sources that one person identified as Gh []
Two drug peddlers arrested; contraband substances seized
BUDGAM: Continuing its drive against drug menace under Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyan, J&K Police have arrested two drug peddlers in Budgam and Shopian and recovered contraband substance from their possession. In Budgam, a police party of Police Station Khag near Sugen crossing intercepted and apprehended a suspicious person identified as Fairoz Ahmed Sheikh, son []
Police foil illegal timber smuggling bid in Pulwama
FIR registered PULWAMA: In a significant action against illegal timber smuggling, J&K Police in Pulwama successfully foiled an attempt to conceal illicit forest timber and recovered a substantial quantity of illegally stored timber during a well-coordinated raid in the Sangerwani area. Acting on reliable information received by Police Post Sangerwani regarding illegal forest timber concealed []
Free medical camp held at GHSS Mantrigram Bandipora
BANDIPORA: In a humanitarian outreach initiative aimed at promoting healthcare and community welfare, the Indian Army in collaboration with the District Administration Bandipora on Sunday organised a free medical camp at Govt. Higher Secondary School (GHSS) Mantrigram, Bandipora, with support from ASG Eye Hospital and Paras Hospitals. The camp witnessed overwhelming participation from local residents, []
Satish Sharma calls for compassionate society at Unsung Everyday Heroes Awards 2026
JAMMU: Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, Youth Services & Sports, Information Technology, and Science & Technology, Satish Sharma on Sunday lauded the spirit of selfless services and called for a collective commitment towards building a compassionate and resilient society. He was speaking at the Unsung Everyday Heroes Awards 2026 (Jammu & []
Strongrooms, counting centres become triple-security fortresses across Kolkata
BENGAL ASSEMBLY ELECTIONS 2026 KOLKATA: Strong rooms across West Bengal have been placed under a multi-layered security blanket ahead of the counting of votes for the Assembly elections on Sunday, with heightened political rhetoric of EVM tampering by the Trinamool Congress (TMC) adding to the tension on the ground. Over 1,500 security personnel have been []
Chadha to meet President over targeted action by Punjab govt against turncoat MPs
NEW DELHI: In a politically charged development, BJP MP Raghav Chadha is set to meet President Droupadi Murmu on May 5 to raise concerns over alleged misuse of state machinery in Punjab to target MPs who recently switched from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), sources said on Sunday. Chadha []
Lets build a J&K where no child is lost to drugs: LG Sinha
Launches major campaign against drug abuse, narco-terrorism in Srinagar This is vision we pursue, dream we must fulfil, legacy we owe future generations Srinagar: In the war against drug abuse and narco-terrorism, every step matters. Every effort counts. Every contribution brings victory closer. Together, let us envision a Jammu Kashmir where no child is lost []
PM hails GalaxEyes Mission Drishti
Worlds first OptoSAR satellite launch New Delhi: Bengaluru-based space start-up GalaxEyes Mission Drishti satellite was launched on Sunday aboard SpaceXs Falcon 9 rocket from California. Mission Drishti is the worlds first OptoSAR satellite, integrating electro-optical (EO) and synthetic aperture radar (SAR) sensors into a single operational platform, according to the company. While EO sensors capture []
Media bodies express concern over present status of press freedom
Economic crisis, editorial pressure threaten press freedom: Editors Guild New Delhi: Several prominent journalists, representing different organisations, have expressed concern over the present status of media professionals in different places and press freedom. Press Association president C K Naik, Editors Guild of India general secretary Raghavan Srinivasan and Foreign Correspondents Club of South Asia (FCC) []
Free medical camp held at Hajin, over 100 patients examined
Hajin: A free medical camp was organised in Hajin on Sunday by Doctors Hub in collaboration with the GR Beigh Memorial Foundation, providing much-needed healthcare services to local residents. The camp was inaugurated by Ishtiyaq Ahmad Beigh the presence of National Executive Member of AISTF Mir Bashir Ahmad , Khursheed Ahmad Wani. Officials said that []
FCIK to submit white paper to PM on NCSS implementation in J&K
Urges probe into regional disparities Srinagar: The Federation of Chambers of Industries Kashmir (FCIK), the Valleys apex industrial chamber, on Sunday said it will shortly submit a white paper to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the implementation of the New Central Sector Scheme (NCSS). The Chamber said that while the scheme was conceived to promote []
BJP-run Centre, NC govt targetting Islamic institutions: Mehbooba
Theyre trying to erase J&Ks identity Srinagar: PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday claimed the BJP dispensation at the Centre and National Conference government were trying to erase Jammu and Kashmirs unique identity by targetting Islamic institutions and religious symbols in the Union territory. First they shut down the Madinatul Uloom, where students were taught []
AAP MLA Malik gets rousing reception in Doda
Vows to fight for public welfare Jammu: AAP MLA Mehraj Malik addressed a gathering of thousands at the Doda stadium on Sunday, and criticised corruption in sections of the administration, condemned revenge politics and asserted that his politics was centred on public welfare, not confrontation. Malik, the MLA from Doda, described the growing support for []
Centre says AI, cloud surge raise water concerns
Industry adopts advanced cooling solutions New Delhi: Amid concerns raised by environmentalists that Indias rapidly growing AI and cloud computing sectors could consume nearly 37.5 billion litres of water annually, the Centre has stated that the industry is adopting advanced cooling technologies to minimise water usage. The consumption is equivalent to the annual water needs []
