Forces Given Free Hand To Hit Back Hard: Army Chief
New Delhi:Recounting the militarys decision-making, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi, on Saturday, laid out the timeline of how India planned and executed Operation Sindoor, a powerful military response to the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam that shocked the nation. He also revealed how the armed forces were given a free hand [] The post Forces Given Free Hand To Hit Back Hard: Army Chief appeared first on Northlines .
Unsung Hero Honoured: Porter Noor Mohammads Sacrifice in 1965 War Recognised After Six Decades
Baramulla, Aug. 10 In a moving tribute to one of Kashmirs silent war heroes, the Indian Army on Sunday honoured Noor Mohammad Thaker, a porter from LoC Uri, for his extraordinary courage and sacrifice during the 1965 Indo-Pak war. The recognition came nearly six decades after Noor was abducted and tortured by Pakistani forces [] The post Unsung Hero Honoured: Porter Noor Mohammads Sacrifice in 1965 War Recognised After Six Decades appeared first on Northlines .
Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir threatens to bomb dam if India builds it on Indus River
In an unusually blunt warning delivered on US soil, Pakistans Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir suggested his country would be prepared to unleash missile strikesand even escalate to nuclear conflict if India proceeds with dam construction on the Indus River. Speaking at a black-tie dinner in Tampa hosted by businessman AdnanAsad, Pakistans honorary consul, Munirsaidthat [] The post Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir threatens to bomb dam if India builds it on Indus River appeared first on Northlines .
Modi flags off Amritsar-Vaishno Devi Katra Vande Bharat Train
LG, Dy CM hail PM Modi BENGALURU, Aug 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the Amritsar-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Vande Bharat Train service virtually on Sunday. Lt Governor Manoj Sinha expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister for dedicating the Vande Bharat Train service betweenAmritsarto Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Station to the nation. [] The post Modi flags off Amritsar-Vaishno Devi Katra Vande Bharat Train appeared first on Northlines .
Kulgam anti-terror operation continues; Fresh gunfight erupts in Kishtwar
Search operation launched in Kishtwar; 2 Hizbul terrorists trapped Jammu Tawi, Aug 10: The massive anti-terror operation in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir entered its 10th day on Sunday, with security forces tightening the cordon around suspected terrorist hideouts in the Akhal forest area. Officials said the ultras, believed to be highly trained in [] The post Kulgam anti-terror operation continues; Fresh gunfight erupts in Kishtwar appeared first on Northlines .
Centre has failed to curb terrorism in J&K: Khera
Srinagar, Aug 10 : Congress leader Pawan Khera on Sunday accused the BJP-led Centre of not being able to curb terrorism inJammu and Kashmirand instead indulging in jugglery of words. Participating in a chain hunger strike called by the Pradesh Congress Committee to demandJammu and Kashmirs statehood restoration, Khera was replying to a question on [] The post Centre has failed to curb terrorism in J&K: Khera appeared first on Northlines .
Decades of separatism crumble as J&K leaders join national mainstream
Srinagar, Aug 10 : Several former separatist leaders inJammu and Kashmirare now publicly renouncing their past affiliations and pledging allegiance toIndia, a trend that marks a significant reversal in their stand from the early 1990s, when they often disassociated from the government under duress from terrorists. This shift began earlier this year, with more than [] The post Decades of separatism crumble as J&K leaders join national mainstream appeared first on Northlines .
BNP wooing Jamaat-e-Islami for alliance in Bangladesh polls in February
The main political party is worried at any understanding of JEI with rival NCP By Ashis Biswas KOLKATA: Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) the strongest political party in Bangladesh that had fought a running battle against the ruling Awami League (AL)-run Governments for over a decade, has appealed to the Jamaat-e-Islami (JEI) to contest [] The post BNP wooing Jamaat-e-Islami for alliance in Bangladesh polls in February appeared first on Northlines .
Need for strong peace movement to harness Nuclear weapons abolition
Peace Education must be given to the children to save the future By Dr Arun Mitra Everyone by now knows the dreadful effects of the atomic bombs used by the US on human population at Hiroshima and Nagasaki on 6th and 9th August 1945 respectively. Testimonies by the survivors, the Hibakusha and the reports [] The post Need for strong peace movement to harness Nuclear weapons abolition appeared first on Northlines .
Kerala boasts the Countrys first integrated land records digital system
Indias 1st Supercapacitor making facility in the state completes 1st phase By P. Sreekumaran THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The countrys first comprehensive land records digital system, launched in October last year, has attracted attention from many States and Union Territories. Among the States which have consulted Kerala to learn from the system, named Ente Bhoomi, [] The post Kerala boasts the Countrys first integrated land records digital system appeared first on Northlines .
Beyond any doubt, the steps taken by the government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for making Jammu and Kashmir a paradise again are noteworthy and laudable. The day the Prime Minister Modi has taken charge of the country in 2014, the political, social, and fiscal scenario of the region has seen many changes with [] The post Another Milestone achieved! appeared first on Northlines .
No Religious Angle to Meat Seizures, Says Food Safety Department
SRINAGAR: Continuing its intensified inspections across Kashmir, particularly in Srinagar, the Food Safety Department on Sunday clarified that the meat seized during recent raids was halal but substandard, and urged religious leaders not to give the matter a communal or religious angle. Assistant Labour Commissioner Hilal Ahmad Mir said, Today we conducted a checking and [] The post No Religious Angle to Meat Seizures, Says Food Safety Department appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Pollution Control Committee Seizes 3.5 MT of Banned Polythene
SRINAGAR: The District Office of the Jammu and Kashmir Pollution Control Committee (JKPCC), Srinagar, has seized 3.50 metric tonnes of prohibited polythene in a targeted enforcement operation aimed at curbing plastic pollution. The raid, conducted in coordination with local authorities, took place in the Tengpora area following a surprise inspection by the enforcement team. Officials [] The post Pollution Control Committee Seizes 3.5 MT of Banned Polythene appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Operation Sindoor: Armys Strategic and Humanitarian Footprint in J&K
Shabir Ahmad The Indian Armys evolving role in Jammu & Kashmir (J&K), especially in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor, reflects a dynamic model of engagementresolute in combat, compassionate in outreach, and forward-looking in peacebuilding. Its sustained efforts to transform conflict-affected areas into environments of hope stand as a testament to its adaptable strategy and [] The post Operation Sindoor: Armys Strategic and Humanitarian Footprint in J&K appeared first on Northlines .
SPO Dies After Falling Unconscious in South Kashmir
SRINAGAR: A Special Police Officer (SPO) died after he fell unconscious in south Kashmirs Pulwama district on Sunday. An official said that one SPO, namely Sheeraz Ahmad, a resident of Pulwama posted at DPL Pulwama, fell unconscious, following which he was moved to DH Pulwama. He was immediately rushed to DH Pulwama, where doctors declared [] The post SPO Dies After Falling Unconscious in South Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Tarigami Urges LG Admin to Re-open Tourist Spots in Budgam
SRINAGAR: CPI(M) leader and MLA Kulgam, Mohamad Yousuf Tarigami has urged LG adminstration for the re-opening of tourist destinations in central Kashmirs Budgam district. Tarigami said a deputation from the area recently met him and requested that he raise their demand with the authorities. These tourist spots are not just scenic attractions but vital sources [] The post Tarigami Urges LG Admin to Re-open Tourist Spots in Budgam appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Tricolour Hoisted at 11,500 ft Summit During Kounsar Nag Yatra
SRINAGAR: As part of the Har Ghar Tiranga 2025 campaign, the Indian Tricolour was hoisted at the 11,500-foot-high summit during the Kounsar Nag Yatra in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir. The event was organised by the District Administration Reasi under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner (DC) Nidhi Malik. Speaking on the occasion, DC Malik [] The post Tricolour Hoisted at 11,500 ft Summit During Kounsar Nag Yatra appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Waheed Parra Urges LG to Ensure Inclusive Rehabilitation for All Victims of Kashmir Violence
SRINAGAR: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Legislative Party leader and MLA Waheed Ur Rehman Parra on Sunday has called for the Jammu and Kashmir administration to extend rehabilitation efforts to all victims of violence, regardless of who was responsible for their suffering. Reacting to Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinhas recent initiative to rehabilitate victims of terrorist attacks, [] The post Waheed Parra Urges LG to Ensure Inclusive Rehabilitation for All Victims of Kashmir Violence appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Government Expands Pesticide Residue Monitoring, Steps Up Farmer Training
SRINAGAR: The Government of India (GoI) has scaled up its national pesticide residue surveillance network and enforcement measures, while pushing farmer training to curb off-label and excessive use of chemicals in agriculture. Responding to a question from Dushyant Singh in the Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Chemicals and Fertilizers Anupriya Patel said the Food [] The post Government Expands Pesticide Residue Monitoring, Steps Up Farmer Training appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Pakistan Given Befitting Reply Through Operation Sindoor: Maharashtra Deputy CM
Srinagar, Aug 10: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Sunday said Pakistan has been given a befitting reply through Operation Sindoor, while the perpetrators of the deadly Pahalgam attack were eliminated in Operation Mahadev. Talking to reporters on the sidelines of a blood donation camp organised at the Army Hospital here, the Shiv Sena leader said a large number of people participated in the drive. Pakistan was given a stern response through Operation Sindoor those who snatched the sindoor [] The post Pakistan Given Befitting Reply Through Operation Sindoor: Maharashtra Deputy CM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Punjab soldiers Martyred in Kulgam encounter with terrorists cremated with full military honours
Chandigarh, Aug 10: The funeral of Lance Naik Pritpal Singh and Sepoy Harminder Singh, who were martyred in a gunfight with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmirs Kulgam, was held with full military honours at their native places in Punjab on Sunday. The two Army soldiers were martyred in an overnight gunfight with terrorists on the ninth day of an ongoing encounter in Kulgam district on Saturday. The encounter began on August 1 after security forces launched a cordon and search [] The post Punjab soldiers Martyred in Kulgam encounter with terrorists cremated with full military honours appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM Modi Flags Off AmritsarKatra Vande Bharat Express
SRINAGAR: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday flagged off the AmritsarShri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Vande Bharat Express, marking a major addition to the regions transport network. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister for dedicating the high-speed train service, saying it will significantly ease travel for pilgrims visiting the shrine and [] The post PM Modi Flags Off AmritsarKatra Vande Bharat Express appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Afghan foreign ministers planned visit to Pak cancelled, likely due to UNSC travel ban
ISLAMABAD, Aug 10: A UN Security Council travel ban is widely thought to be behind the cancellation of a planned visit by Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi to Pakistan, according to a media report. Muttaqi was expected in Islamabad on August 4, continuing the recent high-level contacts initiated by Foreign Minister Ishaq Dars visit to Kabul in April, a move that led to a thaw in bilateral ties, Dawn reported. The rapprochement was brokered by China. However, diplomatic sources [] The post Afghan foreign ministers planned visit to Pak cancelled, likely due to UNSC travel ban appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Centre Has Failed To Curb Terrorism In Jammu And Kashmir: Pawan Khera
Srinagar, Aug 10: Congress leader Pawan Khera on Sunday accused the BJP-led Centre of not being able to curb terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir and instead indulging in jugglery of words. Participating in a chain hunger strike called by the Pradesh Congress Committee to demand Jammu and Kashmirs statehood restoration, Khera was replying to a question on the ongoing anti-terror operation in Kulgam. In 2016, we were promised that terrorism would end after demonetisation. Do not go by their promises [] The post Centre Has Failed To Curb Terrorism In Jammu And Kashmir: Pawan Khera appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cycle Tiranga Rally under Har Ghar Tiranga campaign held in Kargil
Kargil, August 10: Continuing with the series of activities held in the district as a part of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign, Tourism Department Kargil, in collaboration with Downhill Kargil organized a Tiranga cycle rally here today. The rally was flagged off by Rakesh Kumar, IAS, Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC, Kargil in presence of Muhammad Ali [] The post Cycle Tiranga Rally under Har Ghar Tiranga campaign held in Kargil appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
What Do Bones Tell Us About the Living?
by Iqbal Ahmad As an archaeologist, I occasionally encounter remnants of ancient lives. Among these remains are fragments of skeletons that once carried breath and memory. A young girl in a white school uniform, head lowered in quiet composure, would pass the roadside near my home each morning to board her school bus. My little [] The post What Do Bones Tell Us About the Living? appeared first on Kashmir Life .
RBI moots standardised forms for claim settlement related to banks deceased customers
MUMBAI, Aug 10:The RBI plans to standardise forms to process claims on deceased customers bank accounts and lockers within a 15-day timeframe and provide compensation to nominees for any settlement delays. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) proposes to come out with standard procedures for the settlement of claims in respect of bank accounts, and articles kept in safe custody or safe deposit lockers of deceased bank customers. The aim is to make the settlement more convenient and simpler. [] The post RBI moots standardised forms for claim settlement related to banks deceased customers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K: Police crackdown on drugs spurs shift to medical opioids as ISI fuels menace
SRINAGAR, Aug 10: As security forces continue their fight against terrorism, the Srinagar police has launched a crackdown against drug abuse and trafficking that has led to the arrest of 97 people and the filing of 73 cases in the last three months. Officials cite intelligence reports indicating that Pakistans Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), having failed [] The post J&K: Police crackdown on drugs spurs shift to medical opioids as ISI fuels menace appeared first on Northlines .
Anand Sharma resigns as chairman of Congresss foreign affairs department
New Delhi, Aug 10: Veteran Congress leader Anand Sharma resigned as the chairman of the partys foreign affairs department on Sunday to help in its reconstitution and enable bringing in younger leaders. The former Union minister led the department for around a decade as the National Committee of Department of Foreign Affairs was last constituted in 2018. As I have conveyed earlier both to CP and Chairperson CPP, in my considered view, the committee needs to be reconstituted to bring [] The post Anand Sharma resigns as chairman of Congresss foreign affairs department appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rajya Sabha Has Vacancies From J&K During Vice Presidential Poll For Second Consecutive Time
New Delhi, Aug 11: The four Rajya Sabha seats from Jammu and Kashmir will remain vacant during the vice presidential election. The members of Parliament from both the Houses will elect the 17th vice president on September 9. The four seats from the Union Territory are vacant as the Election Commission has so far not held biennial polls to fill up the vacancies nearly 10 months after Assembly elections were held in Jammu and Kashmir. MLAs elect Rajya Sabha members [] The post Rajya Sabha Has Vacancies From J&K During Vice Presidential Poll For Second Consecutive Time appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Postpartum Depression Affects Nearly One in Five Indian Mothers, Study Finds
SRINAGAR: Almost one in five Indian mothers experiences postpartum depression, according to recent meta-analysis and survey data, underscoring the urgent need for stronger maternal mental health support. A systematic review of Indian studies covering more than 20,000 women estimated a pooled prevalence of 22 per cent, with the rate standing at 19 per cent when [] The post Postpartum Depression Affects Nearly One in Five Indian Mothers, Study Finds appeared first on Kashmir Life .
CBI Busts Fake Amazon Technical Support Centre Operating From Resort In Nashik; 5 Arrested
New Delhi, Aug 10: The CBI has dismantled a clandestine syndicate of cyber criminals masquerading as Amazon technical support centre operational at a resort in Maharashtras Nashik, arresting five Mumbai-based fraudsters who were allegedly targeting US and Canadian citizens, officials said Sunday. The illegal enterprise comprising a coterie of six Mumbai-based fraudsters, named as accused in the FIR, operated in conspiracy with other unidentified bank officials and private individuals. They allegedly committed financial frauds by impersonation, making phishing calls from [] The post CBI Busts Fake Amazon Technical Support Centre Operating From Resort In Nashik; 5 Arrested appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Union Minister, J&K LG, Dy CM Thank PM Modi For Another Vande Bharat Train
Jammu, Aug 10: Union minister Jitendra Singh, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday for sanctioning a Vande Bharat train to link the holy towns of Katra and Amritsar, and said the transport infrastructure, particularly in the railways, has witnessed unprecedented growth in the Union Territory over the last 11 years. In Bengaluru, the prime minister on Sunday flagged off three Vande Bharat Express trains from [] The post Union Minister, J&K LG, Dy CM Thank PM Modi For Another Vande Bharat Train appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NEW DELHI, Aug 10: India should consider whether the cheap oil imports from Russia are worth it after the Trump administration announced an additional 25 per cent tariff on Indian goods, Nobel laureate Abhijit Banerjee has said. Last week, US President Donald Trump signed an executive order, slapping an additional 25 per cent levy on India for New Delhis purchases of Russian oil, bringing the total duties to 50 per cent among the highest imposed by the US on [] The post India should consider whether cheap Russian oil beneficial after US imposes tariffs: Nobel laureate Banerjee appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UK police make 474 arrests in largest Palestine Action protest
LONDON, Aug 10: The Metropolitan Police said it made 474 arrests during the UKs largest protest in support of Palestine Action, which was recently banned by the government, making it a criminal offence to show any backing for the group. While 466 of those arrested during a demonstration in London on Saturday were detained under the UKs Terrorism Act for showing support for a proscribed group, eight others were held for other offences including assaulting police officers. Many of those [] The post UK police make 474 arrests in largest Palestine Action protest appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Disturbing, unacceptable: Singapore on Israels plan to expand military operations in Gaza
SINGAPORE, Aug 10: Singapore on Sunday said that it was deeply concerned about Israels dangerous and unacceptable plan to expand military operations in Gaza, and has reiterated its call for an immediate ceasefire. The city-states Ministry of Foreign Affairs also called for Hamas to release all remaining hostages immediately and unconditionally. Singapore is deeply concerned about the plan by the Israeli security cabinet to expand military operations in Gaza, a ministry spokesperson was quoted as saying by Channel News Asia. [] The post Disturbing, unacceptable: Singapore on Israels plan to expand military operations in Gaza appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pakistan Army chief Munir meets political, military leaders during his second US visit since June
ISLAMABAD, Aug 10: Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir, who is visiting Washington for the second time since the four-day conflict with India, has met top US political and military leaders, the army said on Sunday. The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) is undertaking an official visit to the United States, the army said in a statement released here. The army chief engaged in high-level interactions with senior political and military leadership as well as members of the Pakistani diaspora, according [] The post Pakistan Army chief Munir meets political, military leaders during his second US visit since June appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
3 elves cycling from German town of St. Nikolaus to Finlands Santa Claus Village
ST. NIKOLAUS (Germany), Aug 10: Santas elves start early in Germany. Three postal workers set off Saturday on their nearly 3,000-kilometre bicycle journey from St. Nikolaus, Germany, to the small town of Rovaniemi, Finland, which is home to Santa Claus Village, according to German news agency dpa. The cyclists are travelling north to bring letters and Christmas wish lists addressed to Santa Claus from St. Nikolaus, in Germanys Saarland state, to the winter-themed amusement park perched on the [] The post 3 elves cycling from German town of St. Nikolaus to Finlands Santa Claus Village appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ISRO to launch 6,500 kg communication satellite built by USA in couple of months: Chairman
Chennai, Aug 10: After marking a humble beginning in Indian space programme with a tiny rocket supplied by the United States, ISRO would launch a 6,500 kg communication satellite built by the USA in the next couple of months, the Chairman of space agency, V Narayanan said on Sunday. Following the historic launch of NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) mission onboard a GSLV-F16 rocket on July 30, ISRO would be launching another satellite for the United States, he said at [] The post ISRO to launch 6,500 kg communication satellite built by USA in couple of months: Chairman appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India Worlds Most Dashing And Dynamic Economy, Some People Not Liking It: Rajnath
Raisen (MP), Aug 10: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday described Indias economy as the worlds most dashing and dynamic and said some people who have the attitude of we are everyones boss are not liking it. Singhs comments come amid high tariffs announced by US President Donald Trump on goods imported from India. The speed with which India is moving ahead, no power in the world can stop it from becoming a big power globally, Singh said in his [] The post India Worlds Most Dashing And Dynamic Economy, Some People Not Liking It: Rajnath appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bdesh Chief Adviser Yunus calls for full security at polling stations for upcoming polls
DHAKA, Aug 10:Bangladesh Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has called for complete security at polling centres for the countrys general elections set to take place in February 2026, stressing the need to make the polls free, fair and peaceful, a media report said on Sunday. The interim government head made the remarks on Saturday at a high-level meeting at the state guest house Jamuna here, reported the state-run Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS). We must guarantee complete security at all polling [] The post Bdesh Chief Adviser Yunus calls for full security at polling stations for upcoming polls appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Fadnavis thanks PM Modi for Nagpur-Pune Vande Bharat train
NAGPUR, Aug 10: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for launching the Nagpur-Pune Vande Bharat train, saying it will increase the connectivity of Vidarbha with Pune. It will be the longest distance train among all Vande Bharat trains in India till now, Fadnavis told reporters. The train will cover the distance of 881 km in 12 hours and will have stoppages at all major stations, which will will increase the connectivity of Vidarbha and [] The post Fadnavis thanks PM Modi for Nagpur-Pune Vande Bharat train appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Operation Sindoor Testament To Tri-Services Synergy: CDS Gen Chauhan
New Delhi, Aug 10: Operation Sindoor was a testament to the tri-services synergy and there is a need to continue the reforms, coordination and adaptability to meet the evolving security challenges, Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan has said. In an address at the College of Defence Management in Secunderabad, the top military officer, without elaborating, also talked about a roadmap for theatre commands to enhance joint capability. As part of ongoing efforts to strengthen joint logistics and integration, [] The post Operation Sindoor Testament To Tri-Services Synergy: CDS Gen Chauhan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indian Tech And Make In India Behind Operation Sindoors Success: PM Modi
Bengaluru, Aug 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said Indian technology and Make In India were behind the success of Operation Sindoor which brought Pakistan to its knees in a few hours. He said the world for the first time saw the new face of India during Operation Sindoor when it demonstrated its ability in destroying the terror hubs deep inside Pakistan. The world has seen for the first time Indias new face during Operation Sindoor where the Indian [] The post Indian Tech And Make In India Behind Operation Sindoors Success: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Sinha Credits PM Modi for Unprecedented Rail Growth in J&K
New Delhi/Katra, Aug 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today flagged off Amritsar Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Vande Bharat Train. The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for dedicating the Vande Bharat Train between Amritsar to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Station. The new Vande Bharat Train [] The post LG Sinha Credits PM Modi for Unprecedented Rail Growth in J&K appeared first on Northlines .
J&K Congress On Chain Hunger Strike In Jammu To Press For Restoration Of Statehood
Jammu, Aug 10: Jammu and Kashmir unit of Congress on Sunday began a chain hunger strike here under its Hamari Riyasat Hamara Haq campaign to press for restoration of statehood to the Union Territory. Pradesh Congress Committee president Tariq Hameed Karra led dozens of party leaders and workers, including several former ministers and legislators, in front of the statue of last Dogra ruler Maharaja Hari Singh at Tawi bridge to begin the hunger strike. The chain hunger strike was supposed [] The post J&K Congress On Chain Hunger Strike In Jammu To Press For Restoration Of Statehood appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Operation Sindoor Was Like a Game of Chess: Army Chief Dwivedi
Indian Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi stressed that victory is in the mind while describing Pakistans narrative management during Operation Sindoor, which convinced its citizens they had prevailed in the recent conflict, NDTV reported. He told a gathering at IIT Madras that such influence extends to domestic, adversary, and neutral audiences. Narrative management system is [] The post Operation Sindoor Was Like a Game of Chess: Army Chief Dwivedi appeared first on Kashmir Life .
New Delhi/Katra, Aug 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today flagged off Amritsar Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Vande Bharat Train. The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for dedicating the Vande Bharat Train between Amritsar to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Station. The new Vande Bharat Train will ensure ease of travel for devotees of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi and spur the growth momentum of the local economy, the Lieutenant Governor said. [] The post J&Ks Transport Infrastructure, Particularly In Railways, Has Witnessed Unprecedented Growth Under The Leadership Of PM Mosi: LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kashmir Apples Make Landmark Entry to Maharashtra Market via eNAM Platform
SRINAGAR: A truck carrying 11 metric tonnes of apples and pears from the Kashmir Valley arrived at the Gultekdi Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC) in Pune, marking a significant milestone in the integration of agricultural mandis across states through a unified digital marketplace. According to media reports, this marked the first-ever interstate trade under the [] The post Kashmir Apples Make Landmark Entry to Maharashtra Market via eNAM Platform appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Nepal opens 97 remote peaks for free climbing
KATHMANDU, Aug 10:Nepal has opened nearly 100 peaks in its remote western region for free climbing to boost mountain tourism, according to officials. In a bid to attract climbers to less-visited areas, the Himalayan nations government has waived the royalty for 97 peaks in Karnali and Sudurpashchim provinces for the next two years. These mountains, ranging from 5,870 metres to 7,132 metres in altitude, are expected to draw tourists to areas with limited economic activity. The aim is to bring [] The post Nepal opens 97 remote peaks for free climbing appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Marico aims double-digit growth in India biz from next quarter: MD
NEW DELHI, Aug 10: Home-grown FMCG maker Marico expects to deliver double-digit growth in the next one or two quarters in the domestic market, helped by its core franchises and expansion of new businesses, its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Saugata Gupta said. The company, which reported a 9 per cent rise in domestic volumes, now aims for a revenue growth of around 25 per cent this year, led by pricing actions, Gupta told PTI. As far as [] The post Marico aims double-digit growth in India biz from next quarter: MD appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Carpenter Injured in Fall from Height in Pulwama
SRINAGAR: A carpenter sustained serious injuries after allegedly falling from a height while working in Kousi Bagh area of South Kashmirs Pulwama district on Sunday. An official told said the injured has been identified as Riyaz Ahmed, a resident of Kousi Bagh Pulwama. He was initially shifted to District Hospital Pulwama with head and back [] The post Carpenter Injured in Fall from Height in Pulwama appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Kulgam Encounter Stretches Into Tenth Day
SRINAGAR: The anti-militant operation in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir entered its 10th day on Sunday as security forces tried to squeeze the cordon around the militants. The operation is still in progress. The security forces are trying to close in on the positions of the hiding militants, an official said. He said the [] The post Kulgam Encounter Stretches Into Tenth Day appeared first on Kashmir Life .
India has potential to be among top markets of William Grant, launches Balvenie Fifty at Rs 70 lakh
NEW DELHI, Aug 10: India is a high priority market for the leading Scotch whisky and premium spirits maker William Grant & Sons, with potential to become one of its top five markets globally in the coming years, a top company official has said. The family-owned premium spirits company, which owns various brands, including Glenfiddich, Monkey Shoulder, Balvenie and Hendricks Gin, entered India 10 years ago. And the growth in the country has been very promising, William Grant & [] The post India has potential to be among top markets of William Grant, launches Balvenie Fifty at Rs 70 lakh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mudasir Yousuf Posted As Munsiff Sogam
Jammu, Aug 8: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has posted Mudasir Yousuf as Munsiff Sogam against an available vacant post. He was appointed as Civil Judge (Junior Division) in the Subordinate Judiciary in the pay level of J-1, notionally from June 1, 2020, and monetarily with immediate effect as per Government Order issued on August 4, 2025. See Order Copy Click Here. The post Mudasir Yousuf Posted As Munsiff Sogam appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
HC Orders Transfers Of SOs, Head Assistants, Senior Assistants In District Judiciary
JAMMU, Aug 10: The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has ordered the transfers and postings of several Section Officers (SOs), Head Assistants, and Senior Assistants in the district judiciary across J&K. See Order Copy Click Here. See Order Copy Click Here. The post HC Orders Transfers Of SOs, Head Assistants, Senior Assistants In District Judiciary appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CRPF Personnel Shoots Self in Srinagar, Critical
SRINAGAR: A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel was critically injured after allegedly shooting himself at the Yatra Transit Camp in Panthachowk on Sunday morning. Offical sources said that gunshots were heard from inside the camp, prompting police along with other security personnel to rush to the spot. Preliminary investigations revealed that Head constable C-62 [] The post CRPF Personnel Shoots Self in Srinagar, Critical appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Bihar DyCM Vijay Kumar Sinha Has Two EPIC Cards: Tejashwi
Patna, Aug 10: RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Sunday alleged that Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha has two voter ID cards and asked what action is being taken against Sinha. Yadav, talking to reporters here, said, Vijay Kumar Sinha is a voter from two different assembly constituencies in two different districts. His name is there in the Lakhisarai assembly constituency in the same district and also in Bankipur assembly constituency in Patna district. He has two different Electoral [] The post Bihar DyCM Vijay Kumar Sinha Has Two EPIC Cards: Tejashwi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM Modi Flags Off Three Vande Bharat Express Trains In Bengaluru
Bengaluru, Aug 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off three Vande Bharat Express trains here on Sunday. While the much-awaited BengaluruBelagavi Vande Bharat Express was flagged off by Modi in person; the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi KatraAmritsar, and Ajni (Nagpur)Pune Vande Bharat services, were launched virtually. These trains will significantly enhance regional connectivity, reduce travel time and provide a world-class travel experience to the passengers, officials said. Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw, [] The post PM Modi Flags Off Three Vande Bharat Express Trains In Bengaluru appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Strong Currents Sweep Away Teen in North Kashmir
SRINAGAR: An 18-year-old youth from Ganderbal drowned in Nallah Madumati near Muslim Abad in north Kashmirs Bandipora district while taking a bath. The deceased has been identified as Nazakat Ali, son of Akhter Ali, a resident of Malshi Bagh, Ganderbal. Following the incident, locals immediately launched a search operation to trace the body. Witnesses said [] The post Strong Currents Sweep Away Teen in North Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Pakistan Loses Rs 4.1 Billion in Two Months Over Airspace Ban on Indian Airlines
Islamabad, August 10: Pakistans Airports Authority (PAA) has incurred a revenue shortfall of Rs 4.1 billion in just over two months due to the closure of its airspace for Indian airlines, official data has revealed. The airspace restrictions were imposed after the April 22 Pahalgam terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir, which killed 26 [] The post Pakistan Loses Rs 4.1 Billion in Two Months Over Airspace Ban on Indian Airlines appeared first on Northlines .
Pak SC to resume hearing on Imran Khans bail denial pleas on Aug 12
ISLAMABAD, Aug 10: Pakistans Supreme Court will resume on Tuesday the hearing of appeals filed by jailed former premier Imran Khan against the denial of bail in cases related to May 9 violence, according to a media report on Sunday. According to the appeals filed by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supremo, he was denied post-arrest bail by the Lahore High Court (LHC) in eight cases related to the violence that erupted on May 9, 2023, after his arrest from [] The post Pak SC to resume hearing on Imran Khans bail denial pleas on Aug 12 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BharatPe to raise funds before IPO, listing not on card this fiscal: CEO Nalin Negi
NEW DELHI, Aug 10:BharatPe will raise funds before the initial public offer, but the listing will take place only when market conditions are favourable, a top official of the unicorn fintech firm said. BharatPe, last week, announced that it had achieved operational profitability after excluding the employee stock ownership plan. Whatever goals we set for ourselves, we have gone ahead and achieved themprofitability has to remain intact, and thereafter, once the market conditions are right, we will definitely go [] The post BharatPe to raise funds before IPO, listing not on card this fiscal: CEO Nalin Negi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
FPIs withdraw close to Rs 18,000 cr from equities in Aug on trade tension, disappointing earnings
NEW DELHI, Aug 10: Foreign investors have pulled out nearly Rs 18,000 crore from Indian equities so far this month, weighed down by escalating US-India trade tensions, disappointing first-quarter corporate earnings, and a weakening Indian rupee. With this, the total outflow by Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) in equities has reached Rs 1.13 lakh crore so far in 2025, according to data from the depositories. Going forward, FPI sentiment is expected to remain fragile and in risk-off mode, with tariffs and [] The post FPIs withdraw close to Rs 18,000 cr from equities in Aug on trade tension, disappointing earnings appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Shreeji Shipping, Patel Retail to float IPOs on Aug 19
NEW DELHI, Aug 10: Shipping and logistics solutions provider Shreeji Shipping Global Ltd and supermarket chain Patel Retail Ltd are set to launch their maiden public issues on August 19. According to their Red Herring Prospectus (RHP), the IPOs will close on August 21, and the one-day bidding for anchor investors is scheduled for August 18. The two companies will announce the price band for their public issues on Monday. So far this year, 44 mainboard companies have launched their [] The post Shreeji Shipping, Patel Retail to float IPOs on Aug 19 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sholay to be screened at TIFF in 4k restored version
NEW DELHI, Aug 10: The restored 4k version of one of the greatest films, Sholay, which is set to complete its 50th anniversary next week, will be showcased at the Toronto International Film Festival. Directed by Ramesh Sippy and featuring an ensemble cast including Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, Sanjeev Kumar, Amjad Khan, Jaya Bachchan, and Hema Malini, the film released on August 15, 1975. It failed initially and picked up as the weeks went by, emerging as a classic film [] The post Sholay to be screened at TIFF in 4k restored version appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt to review petrol pump licensing norms
NEW DELHI, Aug 10:The Government is considering further easing the norms for setting up petrol pumps in the worlds fastest-growing fuel market, in light of the evolving energy security paradigm and commitment to decarbonisation, according to an official order. The Government had in 2019 relaxed the norms for setting up petrol pumps, opening the door for non-oil companies to enter the fuel retailing business. At that time, companies with a net worth of Rs 250 crore were permitted to [] The post Govt to review petrol pump licensing norms appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PVR INOX banks on good movie releases, OTT fatigue for profitability: MD Ajay Bijli
NEW DELHI, Aug 10:Cinema exhibitor PVR INOX is looking to build on the momentum of a strong first quarter, tapping new good movie releases and consumer fatigue with OTT as it seeks to return to profitability, according to its Managing Director Ajay Bijli. Having recorded a 12 per cent year-on-year growth in people visiting the companys cinemas at 3.4 crore in the first quarter of this fiscal, despite a subdued April, the business has bounced back, Bijli told PTI. [] The post PVR INOX banks on good movie releases, OTT fatigue for profitability: MD Ajay Bijli appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Chinese firms invest in Thailands eastern economic corridor
BANGKOK, Aug 10: Chinese investment is driving a wave of high-value projects in Thailands Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), focusing on advanced technology sectors and fueling the countrys ambition to become a crucial global export hub, a top EEC official has said. Initiated in 2017, the EEC is Thailands flagship area-based development project, designed to transform three eastern provinces into a leading economic zone for high-tech industries through massive infrastructure upgrades and attractive investment incentives. As a key foreign investor, Chinese [] The post Chinese firms invest in Thailands eastern economic corridor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pakistan lost Rs 4.1 bn after airspace ban on Indian flights: Report
ISLAMABAD, Aug 10:Pakistans airport body suffered a loss of Rs 4.1 billion in over two months due to the closure of airspace for Indian airlines, according to official data. Pakistan and India closed their respective airspaces for each others airlines following the deadly Pahalgam terrorist attack in Kashmir on April 22, which killed 26 people, mostly tourists. The airspace ban was extended after ties between the two countries deteriorated due to the four-day conflict as India launched Operation Sindoor on [] The post Pakistan lost Rs 4.1 bn after airspace ban on Indian flights: Report appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K: Encounter breaks out between security forces, terrorists in Kishtwar
Jammu, Aug 10: The gunfight erupted today between security forces and terrorists in Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir. Indian Army said, Alert troops while carrying out an intelligence based operation on early morning today have established contact with terrorists in general area of Dul in Kishtwar. Exchange of gunfire is going on and operation [] The post J&K: Encounter breaks out between security forces, terrorists in Kishtwar appeared first on Northlines .
Cong Chief Kharge To Host Dinner For INDIA Bloc MPs On Monday
New Delhi, Aug 10: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge will hold a dinner for INDIA bloc MPs on Monday, sources said amid a concerted bid by the opposition grouping to close ranks against the special intensive revision of electoral rolls in Bihar and alleged poll rigging. Opposition leaders and MPs would also take out a protest march on Monday from Parliament to the Election Commission office over the poll fraud issue. The same day, Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha [] The post Cong Chief Kharge To Host Dinner For INDIA Bloc MPs On Monday appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Over 5 million devotees expected in Mathura for Janmashtami, security stepped up
Mathura (UP), Aug 10: The 5,252nd birth anniversary of Lord Krishna will be celebrated at midnight on August 16 in all major temples of Mathura, including the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi temple, and at the Thakur Bankey Bihari temple in Vrindavan. Nandgaon will mark the festivities on the night of August 17, officials said here on Sunday. District Magistrate Chandraprakash Singh and Senior Superintendent of Police Shlok Kumar said that while around 4.2 million devotees visited Mathura during Janmashtami last year, [] The post Over 5 million devotees expected in Mathura for Janmashtami, security stepped up appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Need For Lawyers To Reorientate Their Identity As Facilitators Of Justice: Ex-CJI Chandrachud
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Aug 10: Former Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud has said lawyers should reorientate their identity as facilitators of justice before everything, and also stressed that ethics should be prioritised. There is no shortcut for success, and the students of law should be lifelong learners and independent thinkers, he said addressing law students here on Saturday during the Vishnupant Advant lecture series on the topic The Present and Future of Law Business: Opportunities and Challenges. The former [] The post Need For Lawyers To Reorientate Their Identity As Facilitators Of Justice: Ex-CJI Chandrachud appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kulgam Anti-Terror Operation Enters 10th Day
SRINAGAR, Aug 10: The anti-terror operation in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir entered its 10th day on Sunday as security forces tried to squeeze the cordon around the terrorists. The operation is still in progress. The security forces are trying to close in on the positions of the hiding ultras, an official said. He said the terrorists seem to be highly trained in jungle warfare and are taking advantage of dense foliage to evade detection by drones. Two Army [] The post Kulgam Anti-Terror Operation Enters 10th Day appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India Doubles Medical Seats in One Decade as Govt Pushes Expansion Drive
SRINAGAR: The Government of India has more than doubled the number of medical seats for both undergraduate and postgraduate courses over the past decade, citing the need to address the growing healthcare demands of an increasingly populous nation. According to data presented in the Lok Sabha on Friday, the number of medical colleges in the [] The post India Doubles Medical Seats in One Decade as Govt Pushes Expansion Drive appeared first on Kashmir Life .
India Condemns October 7 Terror Attacks, Details Humanitarian Aid to Palestine in Parliament
SRINAGAR: The Government of India has reaffirmed its condemnation of the October 7, 2023, terror attacks on Israel and voiced concern over the continuing loss of civilian lives in the IsraelHamas conflict, while outlining its humanitarian assistance to Palestine in a reply to the Lok Sabha. Responding to an unstarred question from Agha Ruhullah, MP [] The post India Condemns October 7 Terror Attacks, Details Humanitarian Aid to Palestine in Parliament appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Operation Sindoor Was Unlike Any Conventional Mission: Army Chief
Chennai, Aug 10: Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi asserted that Operation Sindoor was unlike any conventional mission and that it was akin to playing a game of chess as we did not know what would be the enemys next move. In his address at a function at IIT-Madras, he recalled the intricacies of Indias decisive military action in May on terror infrastructure in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam attack. Using the metaphor of the chess game, Gen Dwivedi said, [] The post Operation Sindoor Was Unlike Any Conventional Mission: Army Chief appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kashmir Poultry Industry on the Brink of Collapse, Farmers Petition CM
SRINAGAR: The Kashmir Poultry Farmers Association has sounded an urgent alarm to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, warning that the Union Territorys poultry sector is facing a severe crisis that threatens the livelihoods of over 5.5 lakh people, endangers public health, and risks dismantling a once self-reliant food supply chain. In a memorandum submitted to the [] The post Kashmir Poultry Industry on the Brink of Collapse, Farmers Petition CM appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Over 27 Tons of Expired Fish and Chicken Seized, Destroyed in Jammu
SRINAGAR: More than 2,700 kilograms of expired frozen fish and chicken were seized and destroyed following a joint inspection by the Legal Metrology Department (LMD) and the Food Safety Department on Saturday, officials said. The action led to the registration of three separate cases against shopkeepers found violating food safety norms. The discovery of 27 [] The post Over 27 Tons of Expired Fish and Chicken Seized, Destroyed in Jammu appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Chinese Manja Continues to Claim Lives in Jammu Despite Ban
SRINAGAR: Rajinder Kumar, 25, became the latest casualty of the banned Chinese kite string, locally known as Gattu, when it slit his throat as he rode his motorcycle near Ghari village in Udhampur district on Saturday afternoon. Police said Kumar, a resident of Seen Brahmana village, was heading towards Rehambal from Udhampur when the sharp [] The post Chinese Manja Continues to Claim Lives in Jammu Despite Ban appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Residents Fall Ill in South Kahmir Village Over Contaminated Water
SRINAGAR: Panic gripped Daferpora village in South Kashmirs Pulwama district after several residents fell ill, allegedly due to contaminated drinking water supplied by the Public Health Engineering (PHE) department. Locals said Daferpora, a small hamlet with around 40 households, has seen nearly 30 households affected in recent days. Most patients are suffering from diarrhoea and [] The post Residents Fall Ill in South Kahmir Village Over Contaminated Water appeared first on Kashmir Life .
ECI Deregisters Three Parties of Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has deregistered three obscure political parties from Jammu and Kashmir. According to an official order, the poll body today removed the All Jammu and Kashmir Republican Party, Indian Peoples Conference Party, and Socialist Democratic Party from its registry. These parties were served show-cause in the month of June, [] The post ECI Deregisters Three Parties of Jammu Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Encounter Erupts in Jammu Kashmirs Kishtwar
SRINAGAR: An encounter has erupted between security forces and militants in the Dool area of Kisthwar Jammu division on Sunday morning. A top police official said that, after receiving specific input about suspicious movement, tight cordon was underway. During the searches, security forces came under intense fire, triggering a gunfight, and heavy exchange of fire [] The post Encounter Erupts in Jammu Kashmirs Kishtwar appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Prasar Bharati joins AEx SPORT to launch GLW
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Aug 9: Aimed to transform Indias sports entertainment landscape, Prasar Bharati, the national public broadcaster today signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AEx SPORT, the sports innovation vertical of UK-headquartered AdiGroupe, for the exclusive broadcast of Global League Wrestling (GLW). Positioned as the first professional wrestling league of its kind in India, GLW will combine Indias rich cultural storytelling traditions with global production standards to deliver a high-impact, family-oriented sports entertainment experience. The league will [] The post Prasar Bharati joins AEx SPORT to launch GLW appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Patanjali Yogpeeth celebrates Raksha Bandhan, dispatches relief to disaster hit Dharali
Excelsior Correspondent HARIDWAR, Aug 9: Patanjali Yogpeeth has come forward to help the disaster hit Dharali region of Uttarkashi in Uttarakhand. Under the leadership of Patanjali Yogpeeth head, Swami Ramdev and general secretary, Acharya Balkrishan, Patanjali Foods MD, Rambharat dispatched three trucks full of relief materials for Dharali and appealed to the people of the country to come forward to help the people of Dharali in this hour of need. Speaking on the occasion Swami Ramdev said that nothing can [] The post Patanjali Yogpeeth celebrates Raksha Bandhan, dispatches relief to disaster hit Dharali appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Randhawa inaugurates Physiotherapy Unit at Chhani Himmat
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Aug 9: BJP MLA from Bahu constituency, Ch Vikram Randhawa today inaugurated a Physiotherapy Unit in Sector 5, Channi Himmat near, here. The Physiotherapy Unit has been opened by Dr Hancy Sharma Physiotherapist in collaboration with Starmeds. A large number of people including healthcare professionals and prominent citizens were present on the occasion. Ragini Jasrotia and Sharang Jasrotia the Managing Directors of Starmeds also attended the inaugural ceremony. They expressed their commitment to strengthen healthcare access in [] The post Randhawa inaugurates Physiotherapy Unit at Chhani Himmat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Nirmala Sitharaman conferred Bharata Lakshmi title by Sri Krishna Mutt in Udupi
UDUPI (Karnataka), Aug 9: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman received the Bharata Lakshmi title from Paryaya Puthige Mutt seer Sugunendra Tirtha Swami at Sri Krishna Mutt here on Saturday. Sitharaman visited the temple city to inaugurate the special Yali, a traditional-style structure that surrounds the mutt. Sugunendra Tirtha read out the citation, praising Sitharaman for her integrity and dedication as Finance Minister. Visibly moved, Sitharaman recalled her first visit to Udupi in 2005, when she received a Krishna idol, which [] The post Nirmala Sitharaman conferred Bharata Lakshmi title by Sri Krishna Mutt in Udupi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Irish police diversity unit reassures Indian community after attacks
LONDON, Aug 9: The diversity unit of Irelands police force said on Saturday that it is engaging with the Indian community in the wake of a string of violent attacks in the capital Dublin and other parts of the country in recent weeks. The Garda National Diversity Unit has been in discussions with the Federation of Indian Communities in Ireland (FICI) and is also set to be joining the annual Indian Independence Day celebrations organised by the umbrella group next [] The post Irish police diversity unit reassures Indian community after attacks appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
St Josephs Hr Sec School Baramulla hosts Annual Sports Meet
Excelsior Sports Correspondent BARAMULLA, Aug 9: St. Josephs Higher Secondary School, Baramulla, was abuzz with energy and enthusiasm as it hosted its Annual Sports Meet, witnessing record participation from nearly 1,200 students of Classes 2 to 5. The event was held in two sessions-morning for Classes 4 & 5 and evening for Classes 3 & 2-transforming the school grounds into a hub of athletic excitement. The day began with an inspiring address by Principal Suresh Britto, who highlighted the importance [] The post St Josephs Hr Sec School Baramulla hosts Annual Sports Meet appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
