Erratic weather likely in J&K till March 20; rain, snow forecast: MeT
Jammu Tawi, Mar 12:The India Meteorological Department on Wednesday said erratic weather conditions are likely to continue in Jammu and Kashmir till March 20, with intermittent spells of rain in plains and snowfall in higher reaches expected over the coming days. According to the Meteorological Centre Srinagar, the weather on March 12 is expected to [] The post Erratic weather likely in J&K till March 20; rain, snow forecast: MeT appeared first on Northlines .
Jumat-ul-Vida to be observed today, holiday declared
Jammu Tawi, Mar 12:Jumat-ul-Vida, the last Friday of the holy month of Ramadan, will be observed across Jammu and Kashmir on Friday. Grand Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam said Jumat-ul-Vida will fall on March 13 this year, as the following Friday may coincide with Eid-ul-Fitr. Meanwhile, Anjuman Auqaf Jama Masjid held a meeting chaired by Mirwaiz Mirwaiz Umar [] The post Jumat-ul-Vida to be observed today, holiday declared appeared first on Northlines .
Phased repatriation of Indian students from war-hit Iran begins
New Delhi, Mar 12:The phased repatriation of Indian students stranded in Iran has begun as the first batch departed from the country amid escalating tensions and the ongoing war in the Middle East, bringing a sense of relief to anxious families awaiting their safe return. According to details, Indian students enrolled in different medical universities [] The post Phased repatriation of Indian students from war-hit Iran begins appeared first on Northlines .
CM reviews progress of works under SASCI
Jammu Tawi, Mar 12:Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah today chaired a meeting to review the progress of projects under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme. The review focused on the progress of works, reforms and opportunities, covering a wide spectrum of projects being executed by different departments. Advisor to the Chief Minister [] The post CM reviews progress of works under SASCI appeared first on Northlines .
CS assesses roadmap for future-ready IT Parks in J&K
Jammu Tawi, Mar 12:Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today reviewed a comprehensive roadmap for establishing future-ready IT Parks in Jammu and Kashmir in a phased manner, aimed at strengthening the Union Territorys technology ecosystem, creating employment opportunities and building institutional capacity to meet future technological challenges. While reviewing the proposal, the Chief Secretary emphasized the importance [] The post CS assesses roadmap for future-ready IT Parks in J&K appeared first on Northlines .
JKCA Scam case: Non-bailable Warrant against Farooq Abdullah recalled hours after issue
Srinagar, Mar 12 : A local court on Thursday recalled a non-bailable warrant hours after issuing it against former chief ministerFarooq Abdullahin the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) scam case, considering his condition following a murderous attack a day before. Earlier in the day, Chief Judicial Magistrate Srinagar Tabassum had issued a non-bailable warrant [] The post JKCA Scam case: Non-bailable Warrant against Farooq Abdullah recalled hours after issue appeared first on Northlines .
Pakistani drone-dropped heroin worth Rs 12 Cr seized in Jammu
Jammu Tawi, Mar 12 : Around 2 kg of heroin worth Rs 12 crore dropped by a Pakistani drone was recovered near the International Border here, officials said on Thursday. The recovery was made by Jammu Police and 101 Battalion BSF from an agricultural land in Bahadurpura village in the Bishnah area late Wednesday night, [] The post Pakistani drone-dropped heroin worth Rs 12 Cr seized in Jammu appeared first on Northlines .
Accused will be thoroughly investigated: Nadda
New Delhi, Mar 12:Union Health Minister and Leader of the House in Rajya Sabha Jagat Prakash Nadda on Thursday condemned the assassination attempt attack on National Conference president and former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah, describing it as a matter of grave concern and assuring that a thorough investigation will be carried out. [] The post Accused will be thoroughly investigated: Nadda appeared first on Northlines .
Attack on Farooq Abdullah: NSG to undertake security audit of Z-Plus category persons
New Delhi, Mar 12: The National Security Guard (NSG) will undertake a comprehensive security audit of all its Z-plus category high-risk VIPs following the assassination attempt on former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah, officials said on Thursday. The Black Cats commando force currently provides elite protection to nine VIPs, including Abdullah, Defence Minister [] The post Attack on Farooq Abdullah: NSG to undertake security audit of Z-Plus category persons appeared first on Northlines .
Assassination Attempt on Farooq Abdullah Echoes in Parliament
SRINAGAR: The assassination attempt on former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah echoed in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday, with Congress Chief Mallikarjun Kharge and National Conference MP Choudhary Ramzan expressing concern over the incident and demanding stronger security arrangements for the veteran leader. Speaking in the House, Kharge said the attack on Farooq []
Over 7,900 Grievances Related to Jammu Kashmir Govt Received in 2025: Centre
SRINAGAR: The Centre on Thursday informed the Rajya Sabha that more than 7,900 public grievances related to the Jammu and Kashmir government were received in 2025 through the online Centralised Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS). In a written reply, Union Minister of State for Personnel Jitendra Singh said a total of 7,936 grievances []
World Kidney Day: Only 5 Per Cent of Kidney Patients in Kashmir Access Life-Saving Transplants
SRINAGAR: Doctors in Kashmir on Thursday said that only a small fraction of patients requiring kidney transplants are able to access the life-saving procedure. They warned that the number of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) patients has doubled over the past decade due to increasing cases of diabetes, hypertension and lifestyle-related illnesses. Speaking on the occasion []
17 High-Genetic US Dairy Bulls Arrive in Kashmir for Breeding Programme
SRINAGAR: The Animal Husbandry Department (AHD) Kashmir has procured 17 High Genetic Merit (HGM) dairy bulls imported from the United States, marking a major step towards genetic upgradation of bovine livestock in the Kashmir province. Officials said the elite bulls have been genomically evaluated and ranked under internationally recognised genetic performance indices developed by the []
DM Jammu Tightens Rules for Courier Firms to Curb Drug Transport
SRINAGAR: District Magistrate Jammu Rakesh Minhas has ordered stringent regulations for courier companies, parcel services and logistics operators in the district, prohibiting them from accepting or transporting any narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances or contraband items without a valid transport permit under the NDPS Rules, 1985. The directive, issued under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik []
Lieutenant Governor Greets People on Jumat-ul-Vida
Jammu, 12thMarch 2026: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha has extended his greetings to the people on the occasion of Jumat-ul-Vida, which will be celebrated tomorrow on March 13. In a message, the Lieutenant Governor said, On the auspicious occasion of Jumat-ul-Vida, I extend my hearty greetings and good wishes to all. I pray for the [] The post Lieutenant Governor Greets People on Jumat-ul-Vida appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Jammu, 12 March 2026: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Thursday said that the peace we enjoy today, the peace that lets families gather, athletes compete, and communities thrive, did not come without a price. This peace was secured through the sacrifices of the J&K Police, the Army, and the CAPFs. Thousands of police personnel, [] The post Lieutenant Governor attended closing ceremony of 2nd All India Police Kabaddi Cluster at MA Stadium Jammu appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Investing In Agriculture For Resilience Of Indian Economy
C M Sharma India, the most populous country of the world with more than 140 crore population, is also the worlds 7thlargest country with approximately 32,87,263 sq. km. land area and a land boundary of about 15,200 km. length. The country produces a wide range of agricultural commodities in her 15 delineated agro-climatic zones, broadly [] The post Investing In Agriculture For Resilience Of Indian Economy appeared first on Northlines .
MeitY to Hold Job Fairs in Srinagar, Jammu Under Digital Skill Programme
SRINAGAR: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, will organise job fairs in Srinagar and Jammu under the project Skill Development for Digital JK and Ladakh to connect trained youth with potential employers and expand employment opportunities in the region. According to officials, the job fairs will be held on March []
It seems that the tourism sector in Jammu and Kashmir has been jinxed, as stakeholders are once again in a dilemma this year on account of the unprecedented problem of LPG shortage just before the start of the tourist season. It is pertinent to mention that last year also proved unlucky for the tourism sector [] The post Fuel Crisis Threatens Tourism appeared first on Northlines .
Jammu Kashmir Govt Fixes 7.1 Per Cent Interest Rate on General Provident Fund for Q4 of FY 202526
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has fixed the interest rate on General Provident Fund (GPF) at 7.1 percent for the fourth quarter of the financial year 202526. According to Government Order No. 97-F of 2026, issued by the Finance Department (Codes Division), the accumulations at the credit of GPF subscribers will carry 7.1 percent []
Fuel panic spreads: Queues at pumps, LPG outlets while govt denies shortage
NEW DELHI, Mar 12: People queued up at petrol stations and domestic LPG outlets amid panic buying across the country over a perceived paucity of fuel, even as the government told Parliament on Thursday that there was no shortage of petrol, diesel and kerosene due to the West Asia crisis and it was not the time for rumour-mongering. The Uttarakhand government decided to provide commercial gas cylinders to hospitals and educational institutions on priority and began preparations to provide wood [] The post Fuel panic spreads: Queues at pumps, LPG outlets while govt denies shortage appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kashmir University Postpones All Exams Scheduled for March 13
SRINAGAR: The University of Kashmir on Thursday announced the postponement of all examinations scheduled for March 13, 2026, in view of the holiday on account of Jumat-ul-Vida. According to a notice issued by the Office of the Controller of Examinations, all university examinations slated for tomorrow stand postponed. The notice further stated that fresh dates []
IEI Jammu Kashmir Marks World Engineering Day with Expert Panel Discussion
SRINAGAR: The The Institution of Engineers (India), Jammu and Kashmir State Centre, organised a panel discussion to mark World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development, bringing together engineers, academicians, industry professionals and young engineers to deliberate on the evolving role of engineering in addressing contemporary developmental challenges. The programme was held under the theme Smart Engineering []
Democracy Must Not Penalize Exile
A Case for Tier-Differentiated Voting Rights for Displaced Kashmiri Hindus By GL Raina Thirty-seven years after the forced exodus of the minority Hindu community from Kashmir, India continues to treat displacement as a logistical inconvenience rather than a democratic wound. The ethnic cleansing of Kashmiri Hindus is a documented and nationally acknowledged tragedy. Yet, beyond [] The post Democracy Must Not Penalize Exile appeared first on Northlines .
Indias China investment filter gets a cautious technical patch keeping intact deeper contradictions
Domestic manufacturing may get a boost but the adverse trade balance issues remain By R. Suryamurthy Six years after India introduced the controversial Press Note 3 (PN3), the government has finally moved to adjust the framework governing foreign investments from countries sharing land borders with India. But the latest changes, unveiled in 2026, fall [] The post Indias China investment filter gets a cautious technical patch keeping intact deeper contradictions appeared first on Northlines .
Yoga Leading the Way in Preventive Healthcare
-By Prataprao Jadhav Over the past decade, Yoga has evolved from being widely appreciated as a traditional wellness practice to being increasingly recognized as an evidence-based approach to health and well-being. Scientific research, digital innovation, and global collaboration are now helping us understand Yoga not only as Indias cultural heritage but also as a [] The post Yoga Leading the Way in Preventive Healthcare appeared first on Northlines .
Right to a speedy trial under Article 21: Jammu & Kashmir no exception
By Shaleen Mahajan The legitimacy of any criminal justice system rests upon its ability to deliver justice in a fair, timely, and transparent manner. The well-known legal maxim justice delayed is justice denied captures the central idea that when legal proceedings are excessively prolonged, justice itself begins to lose meaning. A system that allows individuals [] The post Right to a speedy trial under Article 21: Jammu & Kashmir no exception appeared first on Northlines .
Kashmir University Postpones All Exams, Campuses To Remain Closed On March 13
Srinagar, Mar 12: The University of Kashmir on Thursday announced the postponement of all examinations scheduled for March 13, 2026, in view of the holiday on account of Jumat-ul-Vida. According to a notice issued by the Office of the Controller of Examinations, all university examinations slated for tomorrow stand postponed. The notice further stated that fresh dates for the postponed examinations will be notified separately. Meanwhile, the Registrar of the University of Kashmir also issued an order stating that all [] The post Kashmir University Postpones All Exams, Campuses To Remain Closed On March 13 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar Abdullah Reviews Progress Of Works Under SASCI
JAMMU, Mar 12: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired a meeting to review the progress of projects under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme. The review focused on the progress of works, reforms and opportunities, covering a wide spectrum of projects being executed by different departments. Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, besides the Administrative Secretaries of several departments and senior officers from the concerned departments, were present at the [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Reviews Progress Of Works Under SASCI appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Sinha Attended Closing Ceremony Of 2nd All India Police Kabaddi Cluster At MA Stadium Jammu
Jammu, Mar 12: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said that the peace we enjoy today, the peace that lets families gather, athletes compete, and communities thrive, did not come without a price. This peace was secured through the sacrifices of the J&K Police, the Army, and the CAPFs. Thousands of police personnel, soldiers, and CAPF bravehearts gave their lives protecting the people of Jammu & Kashmir. Our duty is not just to remember them, but to ensure their sacrifice [] The post LG Sinha Attended Closing Ceremony Of 2nd All India Police Kabaddi Cluster At MA Stadium Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
One Foreign-Flagged Vessel Carrying Oil For India Crosses War-Hit Strait Of Hormuz To Reach Mumbai
New Delhi, Mar 12: A foreign-flagged vessel carrying oil for India has managed to cross the war-hit Strait of Hormuz to reach Mumbai, while another large ship is likely to reach Indian ports in a day or two, according to vessel tracking data and industry sources. Liberia-flagged Shenlong, carrying around 1 million barrels of Saudi Arabian crude oil, arrived at Mumbai port on Wednesday evening. The other tanker an Indian-flagged VLCC or a very large crude carrier with [] The post One Foreign-Flagged Vessel Carrying Oil For India Crosses War-Hit Strait Of Hormuz To Reach Mumbai appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
GPF Interest Rate Fixed At 7.1% For Fourth Quarter
JAMMU, Mar 12: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has fixed the interest rate on General Provident Fund (GPF) at 7.1 percent for the fourth quarter of the financial year 202526, covering the period from January 1, 2026 to March 31, 2026. See Order Copy Click Here The post GPF Interest Rate Fixed At 7.1% For Fourth Quarter appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
An Advocate rescues 24 Tribal labourers held captive in Tamil Nadu
By Rajesh Pathak The 24 tribal labourers from Bheempura (Betul district) were reported to have been taken to Erode district of Tamil Nadu for reaping sugarcane on the lure of better working conditions and a handsome salary in return. However, when they reached the workplace, they were forced to perform continuous overwork without being provided [] The post An Advocate rescues 24 Tribal labourers held captive in Tamil Nadu appeared first on Northlines .
J&K Govt Prepones Jumat-Ul-Vida Holiday To March 13
JAMMU, Mar 12: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Thursday announced the preponement of the holiday on account of Jumat-ul-Vida, shifting it from March 20 to March 13, 2026 across the Union Territory. According to a government order, the decision has been taken in partial modification of Government Order No. 1894-JK(GAD) of 2025 and Government Order No. 1895-JK(GAD) of 2025, both dated December 12, 2025. The order states that the holiday for Jumat-ul-Vida will now be observed on Friday, March [] The post J&K Govt Prepones Jumat-Ul-Vida Holiday To March 13 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Holiday for Jumat-ul-Vida Preponed To Tomorrow In J&K
Srinagar:The Government on Thursday preponed the holiday on account of Jumat-ul-Vida to March 13 (Friday) instead of the earlier notified date of March 20. According to Government Order, the decision has been taken in partial modification of Government Order No. 1894-JK(GAD) of 2025 and Government Order No. 1895-JK(GAD) of 2025, both issued on December []
Attack On Farooq Abdullah: NSG To Undertake Security Audit Of Z-Plus Category Dignitaries
New Delhi, Mar 12: The National Security Guard (NSG) will undertake a comprehensive security audit of all its Z-plus category high-risk VIPs following the assassination attempt on former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah, officials said on Thursday. The Black Cats commando force currently provides elite protection to nine VIPs, including Abdullah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu. Under standard operating procedures, the force provides mobile security during transit [] The post Attack On Farooq Abdullah: NSG To Undertake Security Audit Of Z-Plus Category Dignitaries appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CS Assesses Roadmap For Establishment Of Future-Ready IT Parks In J&K
JAMMU, Mar 12: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today reviewed a comprehensive roadmap for establishing future-ready IT Parks in Jammu and Kashmir in a phased manner, aimed at strengthening the Union Territorys technology ecosystem, creating employment opportunities and building institutional capacity to meet future technological challenges. Those who were present includes Secretary, IT; Divisional Commissioner, Jammu; CEO, JaKeGA and other concerned officers of the Department. While reviewing the proposal, the Chief Secretary emphasized the importance of laying a strong preliminary foundation [] The post CS Assesses Roadmap For Establishment Of Future-Ready IT Parks In J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Over 7,900 Public Grievances Received With Respect To Jammu And Kashmir Govt In 2025: Centre In RS
New Delhi, Mar 12: More than 7,900 public grievances were received with respect to the government of Jammu and Kashmir in 2025, the Rajya Sabha was informed on Thursday. These grievances were received on the online Centralized Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS) and forwarded to the Jammu and Kashmir government. Of the total of 7,936 grievances received during the last year (excluding 7,340 brought forward ones), 5,598 were pending and 9,678 were closed, Union Minister of State for [] The post Over 7,900 Public Grievances Received With Respect To Jammu And Kashmir Govt In 2025: Centre In RS appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
I am from RSS, but Chair beyond ideology or party: Rajya Sabha Chairman Radhakrishnan
New Delhi, Mar 12: Rajya Sabha Chairman CP Radhakrishnan on Thursday said there is no doubt that he is from the RSS but the Chair is beyond any ideology or party. He was responding to a comment by Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge, who pointing out an old picture of him being screened on the television monitor in the House said: This shirt is separate but that shirt is purely RSS. Radhakrishnan shot back saying: That is [] The post I am from RSS, but Chair beyond ideology or party: Rajya Sabha Chairman Radhakrishnan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Man Who Opened Fire At Farooq Abdullah Sent To 5-Day Police Remand
Jammu, Mar 12: A court here on Thursday remanded a man who allegedly made an assassination attempt on National Conference president Farooq Abdullah to five-day police custody for questioning. The 63-year-old accused, Kamal Singh Jamwal, was produced in the city court amid tight security. Police sought his custody stating that further interrogation was necessary to ascertain the motive behind the attack and to verify whether the accused had any links with any organisation or individual. The court, after hearing both [] The post Man Who Opened Fire At Farooq Abdullah Sent To 5-Day Police Remand appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Creamy Layer For Reservation Of OBCs Cannot Be Decided Solely On Parental Income: SC
New Delhi, Mar 12: The Supreme Court has ruled that creamy layer status for reservation of OBCs cannot be decided solely based on parental income and treating similarly placed employees of private entities and PSUs differently from government employees, for deciding reservation, would amount to hostile discrimination. A bench of justices P S Narasimha and R Mahadevan dismissed the appeals filed by the Union of India while upholding the decisions of the high courts of Delhi, Madras and Kerala which [] The post Creamy Layer For Reservation Of OBCs Cannot Be Decided Solely On Parental Income: SC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Court in Srinagar Issues Non Bailable Warrant Against Farooq Abdullah in JKCA Scam Case
Srinagar: A Srinagar court on Thursday issued a non-bailable warrant against National Conference president Farooq Abdullah after rejecting his plea seeking exemption from personal appearance in the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) scam case. The order, as learnt was passed by the Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM), Srinagar, during a hearing on the framing of []
UN refugee agency says up to 3.2 million people in Iran have been displaced by the war
DUBAI, Mar 12: The UN refugee agency says up to 3.2 million people in Iran have been displaced by the ongoing war. It said Thursday that most have fled from Tehran and other major cities toward the north of the country or rural areas. (AP) The post UN refugee agency says up to 3.2 million people in Iran have been displaced by the war appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Court Issues Non-Bailable Warrant Against Farooq Abdullah In JKCA Scam
Srinagar, March 12: A court in Srinagar on Thursday issued a non-bailable warrant (NBW) against former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah after rejecting his exemption plea in the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) scam case. The order was issued by the court of the Chief Judicial Magistrate Court Srinagar during the hearing of the case for framing of charges on Thursday. The JKCA scam is being investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). During the hearing [] The post Court Issues Non-Bailable Warrant Against Farooq Abdullah In JKCA Scam appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jumat-ul-Vida To Be Observed Across J&K Tomorrow: Grand Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam
Srinagar, Mar 12: Jumat-ul-Vida, the last Friday of the holy month of Ramzan, will be observed across Jammu and Kashmir on Friday, March 13, Grand Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam said in a video message. In his video message, Grand Mufti explained that the Islamic calendar is based on the sighting of the moon, making it difficult to confirm at this stage whether Eid-ul-Fitr will fall on Friday, March 20, or Saturday, March 21. He added that after considering the lunar calendar and [] The post Jumat-ul-Vida To Be Observed Across J&K Tomorrow: Grand Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jumat-ul-Vida to be Observed Tomorrow in Jammu Kashmir: Grand Mufti
SRINAGAR: Jumat-ul-Vida, the last Friday of the holy month of Ramzan, will be observed across Jammu and Kashmir on Friday. Grand Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam, speaking to Kashmir Life, said that this year Jumat-ul-Vida will fall on March 13, noting that the following Friday may coincide with Eid-ul-Fitr. Traditionally, the largest congregational prayers are expected to be []
New Delhi, Mar 12: External affairs minister S Jaishankar has spoken to his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi to discuss the safety of shipping and energy security, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a press briefing on Thursday. The briefing was held following a string of attacks on commercial vessels in the crucial waterway of the Strait of Hormuz between Iran and Oman, a key route for global oil trade. External Affairs Spokesperson Jaiswal said the discussion focused on ensuring [] The post Jaishankar Spoke To Iranian Counterpart Araghchi, Raises Shipping Safety, Says MEA As Strait Of Hormuz Attacks Continue appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Russian court convicts 19 people over deadly 2024 Moscow concert hall attack
MOSCOW, Mar 12: A court in Moscow in Thursday convicted 19 people of involvement in the 2024 shooting rampage in a Moscow concert hall that killed 149 people and wounded over 600 in one of the deadliest attacks in the capital in years. A faction of the Islamic State group claimed responsibility for the March 22, 2024, massacre at the Crocus City Hall concert venue in which four gunmen shot people who were waiting for a show by a popular [] The post Russian court convicts 19 people over deadly 2024 Moscow concert hall attack appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
China positions itself as force for global stability at its annual Congress
BEIJING, Mar 12:While much of the worlds attention is on the Iran war, that hasnt stopped China from moving ahead with national priorities with global repercussions. Not that China doesnt care about the war and its impact on energy supplies and geopolitics. But for the worlds second largest economy, its growing rivalry with the United States revolves around a different battle: the development of the cutting-edge technologies shaping the 21st century. That message came through in a five-year plan formally [] The post China positions itself as force for global stability at its annual Congress appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SRINAGAR, Mar 12: ACB presented 4th chargesheet against Abdul Rashid Shah the then Executive Officer MC Sumbal Bandipora & three others before the Honble Court of Special Judge Anti-Corruption Baramulla A complaint was received by ACB from one Mohd Yosuf resident of Sumbal Bandipora alleging therein multiple instances of corruption, possession of disproportionate assets and illegal/ fraudulent appointments in Municipal committee Bandipora, Hajin & Sumbal by accused Abdul Rashid Shah & his nephew Javid Ahmad Shah. On receipt of complaint [] The post ACB Presents 4th Chargesheet Against Abdul Rashid Shah, Three Others Before Anti-Corruption Court Baramulla appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Accused Kamal Singh, who made an assassination attempt on JKNC chief Farooq Abdullah, sent to 5 days of police remand by the Jammu City Court The post Accused Kamal Singh, who made an assassination attempt on JKNC chief Farooq Abdullah, sent to 5 days of police remand by the Jammu City Court appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Central Kashmir: ACB Arrests Technical Assistant for Accepting Rs 40,000 Bribe
SRINAGAR: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Thursday arrested a Technical Assistant posted in Block Development office Parnia, Khansahib in Budgam district of central Kashmir for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 40,000 from a complainant. Officials said that the accused has been identified as Sajad Ahmad Raina, Son of Rahim Raina, a resident of Kralwari []
God saved me: Farooq Abdullah reacts to assassination attempt
Jammu: God saved me, said former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah, recalling a narrow escape from an assassination attempt during a marriage function here on Wednesday, March 11 night. He also voiced concern over the alleged lack of adequate police security at the venue. The assailant, identified as Kamal Singh Jamwal, allegedly targeted Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Lok Sabha functions under rules, no member has privilege to speak beyond framework: Birla
NEW DELHI:The House functions strictly according to rules and no member has the privilege to speak at any time and on any subject, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla asserted on Thursday, a day after a resolution seeking his removal from office was defeated. Birla said the Chair does not belong to any individual, but is []
Ramazan in Gaza Amid Deprivation, Soaring Prices and Displacement
UN News:Al-Assi lives with his family in a tent made of cloth and plastic sheeting next to the rubble of their home in the Al-Zarqa neighbourhood in the centre of Gaza City, where they used to live happily and eat good food, including special Ramadan sweets like Qatayef. Everything has changed now, he told UN []
Rahul Gandhis soul will be at peace if China, US and Russia attack India: Nishikant Dubey
New Delhi, Mar 12: Congress leader Rahul Gandhis soul will be at peace when China, Russia and the US attack India, BJP MP Nishikant Dubey said on Thursday while accusing the leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha of being involved in a conspiracy to break India. He seems to want the prime minister to abuse Donald Trump in the morning, abuse Vladimir Putin in the afternoon and in the evening abuse Xi Jinping. If the prime minister insults all [] The post Rahul Gandhis soul will be at peace if China, US and Russia attack India: Nishikant Dubey appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NC Takes Out Protest March In Jammu Against Attack On Farooq Abdullah
Jammu, Mar 12: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC) on Thursday staged a protest march in Jammu against the attack on its president and former chief minister Farooq Abdullah, demanding a thorough probe into the incident and restoration of law and order. Abdullah (88) had a narrow escape when a gunman opened fire at him from behind while he was leaving a marriage function at Greater Kailash on the outskirts of Jammu on Wednesday night, officials said. The police [] The post NC Takes Out Protest March In Jammu Against Attack On Farooq Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mumbai, Mar 12: A Liberia-flagged tanker Shenlong Suezmax carrying Saudi crude has reached Mumbai Port, becoming the first India-bound vessel to pass through the Strait of Hormuz since the Iran-US conflict began The tanker had loaded crude from Ras Tanura port in Saudi Arabia on March 1 and departed on March 3. Maritime tracking data showed the vessel in the Strait of Hormuz on March 8 before it temporarily went off tracking systems. The tanker reportedly switched off its Automatic [] The post First India-Bound Vessel Liberia Flagged Shenlong Suezmax With 1,35,335 Metric Tonnes Crude, Reaches Mumbai Via Strait Of Hormuz appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir: Govt Promotes Two Officers to Time Scale of JKAS
SRINAGAR: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has promoted two officers of the Jammu Kashmir Rural Development (Gazetted) Service to the Time Scale of the Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Service (JKAS), according to Government Order No. 313-JK(GAD) of 2026 issued by the General Administration Department on Thursday. As per the order, Majid Manzoor Bhat and []
Clear dues under Jal Jeevan Mission: Priyanka Gandhi to Centre
WAYANAD (KERALA), Mar 12: Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has urged the central government to clear the dues of the work done under the Jal Jeevan Mission. Vadra, the Congress MP from Wayanad parliamentary constituency, has written to Union Minister of Jal Shakti C R Patil requesting him to release as soon as possible the dues of the contractors who have undertaken the work under the project, a party statement said. In her letter, she told the union minister that [] The post Clear dues under Jal Jeevan Mission: Priyanka Gandhi to Centre appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Billie Eilish to star in movie adaptation of Sylvia Plaths The Bell Jar
LOS ANGELES, Mar 12: Singer Billie Eilish is set to make her film acting debut with Sarah Polleys film adaptation of Sylvia Plaths The Bell Jar. Polley won the best adapted screenplay Oscar for her 2023 movie Women Talking. This movie will be her first project since 2023, reported Variety. A Eilish is also a two-time Oscar winner for co-writing the original songs for Barbie and No Time to Die with her brother Finneas. The Bell Jar is the semi-autobiographical [] The post Billie Eilish to star in movie adaptation of Sylvia Plaths The Bell Jar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India backs UNSC resolution condemning Iran attacks on Gulf nations
NEW YORK, Mar 12: India on Wednesday joined over 130 countries in supporting a resolution at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) condemning Irans recent egregious attacks against Gulf nations and Jordan. The resolution denounces Irans attacks and calls for an immediate end to hostilities. It also condemned any actions or threats by Iran aimed at blocking, disrupting or interfering with international shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, as well as any moves that could endanger maritime security in the [] The post India backs UNSC resolution condemning Iran attacks on Gulf nations appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Infosys to expand Mohali Development Centre; new campus to seat 3,000 employees
NEW DELHI, Mar 12: IT major Infosys on Thursday announced the expansion of its Mohali Development Centre (DC) with the launch of a new 350,000-square-foot integrated development campus. The new campus will have the capacity to seat approximately 3,000 employees, the company said in a statement. The groundbreaking ceremony for the new facility saw the presence of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann and Cabinet Minister for Investment Promotion, Power and Local Government for Punjab, Sanjeev Arora, alongside Infosys Chief [] The post Infosys to expand Mohali Development Centre; new campus to seat 3,000 employees appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Parliamentary panel says nil expenditure in gasification scheme for most of 2025-26
NEW DELHI, Mar 12: A parliamentary committee has flagged significant delays in expenditure under the scheme for promotion of coal, lignite gasification, noting zero spending for most of 2025-26 despite a revised allocation of Rs 285 crore, and suggested a time-bound spending framework with quarterly milestone verification. The standing committee on coal, mines and steel was of the view that the schemes outlay was brought down from Rs 300 crore at Budget Estimates (BE) 2025-26 to Rs 285 crore at [] The post Parliamentary panel says nil expenditure in gasification scheme for most of 2025-26 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Women in agri-food sector should get greater role in policy formation, decision making: Prez Murmu
NEW DELHI, Mar 12: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said women engaged in agriculture and agri-food sectors should get a greater role in policy formation, decision-making and leadership positions, and called for collective action to close gender gaps across the value chain. Addressing the three-day Global Conference on Women in Agri-Food Systems, the President said success case studies on women in agriculture should be published widely to ensure more people were aware of their contributions. Emphasising Indias strategic choice of [] The post Women in agri-food sector should get greater role in policy formation, decision making: Prez Murmu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mehbooba Mufti Calls Attack on Farooq Abdullah a Serious Security Lapse
SRINAGAR: PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Thursday raised concern over attack on National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah, describing the incident as a serious security lapse. Her remarks came a day after a firing incident at a wedding function in Jammu in which Abdullah was allegedly targeted but remained unharmed. The episode has raised concerns about []
24 Junior Scale Officers Promoted to JKAS Time Scale
Jammu, Mar 12: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has sanctioned the promotion of 24 Junior Scale officers to the Time Scale of the Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Service (JKAS) in Pay Level-11 (67,7002,08,700), with effect from January 1, 2026 on a notional basis and on a regular basis prospectively. According to Government Order No. 314-JK(GAD) [] The post 24 Junior Scale Officers Promoted to JKAS Time Scale appeared first on Northlines .
FSSAI Makes Registration Mandatory for Independent Milk Producers, Vendors
SRINAGAR: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued an advisory making it mandatory for independent milk producers and milk vendors to obtain registration or a license before carrying out any food business activity. According to the advisory issued by the Regulatory Compliance Division of FSSAI, milk producers who are not members []
God Has Saved Me: Farooq Abdullah on Jammu Wedding Firing
SRINAGAR: Veteran politician and former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah narrowly escaped an alleged assassination attempt on Wednesday night during a wedding function in the Greater Kailash area on the outskirts of Jammu. Speaking on the incident on Thursday, Abdullah credited his security personnel and divine intervention for saving his life. I am []
Jammu Kashmir: NIA Conducts Fresh Searches in Terror Conspiracy Case
SRINAGAR: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday carried out search operations at several locations in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir as part of its ongoing investigation into a terror conspiracy case. Official sources said that the raids were conducted in Mohalla Khorinar and Hari-Surankote areas in connection with a case linked to the []
WhatsApp Rolls Out Parent-Controlled Accounts For Children Under 13
New Delhi, Mar 12: Meta-owned WhatsApp has unveiled a new parent-managed account model, effectively opening the messaging platform to pre-teens (children under the age of 13) under strict guardian oversight. The move marks a strategic shift for the messaging app, which has historically maintained a minimum age requirement of 13 (or higher in some regions). With input from families and experts, were rolling out new parent-managed accounts that allow parents or guardians to set up WhatsApp for pre-teens, with new [] The post WhatsApp Rolls Out Parent-Controlled Accounts For Children Under 13 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Phased repatriation of Indian students begins from Iran amid war
Srinagar: The first batch of Indian students has left from Iran as repatriation process began in a phased manner amid the ongoing war in the Middle East. The students will be repatriated from war-hit Iran via Armenia and Azerbaijan borders. Indian students studying in various Iranian medical universities have started travelling by buses towards border []
Jammu Kashmir Govt Promotes 24 Officers to Time Scale of JKAS
SRINAGAR: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has approved the promotion of 24 Junior Scale officers to the Time Scale of the Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Service (JKAS), Government Order No. 314-JK(GAD) of 2026, issued by the General Administration Department on Thursday, confirmed. The promotions, effective from January 1, 2026 on a notional basis and []
Political leaders condemn attack on Farooq Abdullah, demand thorough probe
Srinagar, Mar 12: Political leaders across the political spectrum on Thursday condemned the attack on former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah and demanded a thorough probe into the incident. The veteran politician Abdullah had a narrow escape on Wednesday night after a man fired a gunshot from close range towards him. Abdullah, who [] The post Political leaders condemn attack on Farooq Abdullah, demand thorough probe appeared first on Northlines .
Political Leaders Across J&K Condemn Attack On Farooq Abdullah; Demand Thorough Probe
Srinagar, Mar 12: Cutting across party lines, political leaders in Kashmir on Thursday condemned the attack on National Conference president and former chief minister Farooq Abdullah in Jammu and demanded a thorough probe into the incident. Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party president Mehbooba Mufti, in a post on X, said, Shocked to hear about the grave attack on Dr Farooq Abdullah sahab. Relieved to know that hes safe and doing well. Hope the police get to the bottom of [] The post Political Leaders Across J&K Condemn Attack On Farooq Abdullah; Demand Thorough Probe appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ACME Greentech Seventh inks 2 PPAs to supply 450 MW under FDRE project
NEW DELHI, Mar 12: Acme Solar Holdings on Thursday said its arm ACME Greentech Seventh Pvt Ltd has inked two power purchase agreements (PPAs) with SJVN Ltd to supply 450 MW under a Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy (FDRE) Power Project. The PPAs were signed for a tenor of 25 years on March 2, the company said in a statement. The tender (Tranche-FDRE-4) was issued under the tariff-based competitive bidding (TBCB) guidelines, for which an e-reverse auction was held on [] The post ACME Greentech Seventh inks 2 PPAs to supply 450 MW under FDRE project appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ai+ Smartphone, Optiemus Electronics ink pact to manufacture 3 mn devices with Rs 125 cr investment
NEW DELHI, Mar 12: Homegrown technology brand Ai+ Smartphone on Thursday said it has partnered with Optiemus Electronics Ltd (OEL) to manufacture 3 million mobile devices in India, with a joint investment of around Rs 125 crore over the next five years. The agreement will cover the production of mobile phones, tablets, IoT devices, and advanced wearables at OELs facility in Noida. The production ramp-up is targeted to begin in April 2026. Ai+ Smartphone has entered into a manufacturing agreement [] The post Ai+ Smartphone, Optiemus Electronics ink pact to manufacture 3 mn devices with Rs 125 cr investment appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
AlphaGrep gets SEBI approval to launch mutual fund business
NEW DELHI, Mar 12: AlphaGrep, a global quantitative trading and investment firm, on Thursday said it has received approval from market regulator Sebi to launch its mutual fund business, marking its entry into the retail asset management space. With the launch of AlphaGrep Mutual Fund, the firm aims to democratise algorithm-driven investing by giving retail investors access to sophisticated, systematic investment tools that have traditionally been available only to institutional investors and ultra-high-net-worth individuals. The mutual fund arm will operate [] The post AlphaGrep gets SEBI approval to launch mutual fund business appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rupee hits all-time intra-day low of 92.36 against US dollar
MUMBAI, Mar 12: The rupee tumbled 35 paise to hit all-time intra-day low of 92.36 against the US dollar on Thursday as global crude oil prices kept rising overnight and showed no signs of easing amid the raging war in West Asia. A stronger greenback, and weak sentiments in the domestic equity markets further weighed on the rupee, which was already on a weak footing in early trade due to heavy FII outflows, forex traders said. At the interbank foreign [] The post Rupee hits all-time intra-day low of 92.36 against US dollar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC Grants Bail to Separatist Leader Shabir Shah in Terror Funding Case
New Delhi, Mar 12: The Supreme Court on Thursday granted bail to Kashmiri separatist leader Shabir Ahmed Shah in a terror funding case in which he was arrested by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in June 2019. A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta said a detailed order outlining stringent bail conditions will [] The post SC Grants Bail to Separatist Leader Shabir Shah in Terror Funding Case appeared first on Northlines .
Drone-Dropped Heroin Worth 8 Crore Seized Near IB in Jammu
Jammu, Mar 12: Security forces have seized over 1.5 kg of heroin worth more than 8 crore that was allegedly dropped by a Pakistani drone near the International Border in Jammu, officials said on Thursday. The contraband was recovered from a field in Bahadurpura village of the Bishnah area late Wednesday night after a local [] The post Drone-Dropped Heroin Worth 8 Crore Seized Near IB in Jammu appeared first on Northlines .
God saved me: Farooq Abdullah after escaping assassination attempt in Jammu
Jammu; A day after escaping an assassination attempt, National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah Thursday said he was saved by God and that he doesnt know the attacker. The former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister escaped unhurt after a man attempted to open fire at him at a wedding ceremony in Jammu last night. Speaking []
New Delhi, Mar 12: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday reiterated that he will carry out his duties fairly and impartially, and emphasised that every member of the Lower House of Parliament, whether a minister or an Opposition MP, has the right to speak according to the rules. Birla was addressing the Lok Sabha for the first time since the vote for the removal of the Speaker, raised by over 100 Opposition members, failed by a voice vote in [] The post House will function according to rules: Om Birla after Opposition motion on Lok Sabha Speakers removal fails appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM Modi to Release 22nd PM-Kisan Instalment on March 13
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release the 22nd instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme from Guwahati in Assam on Friday, Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said. Addressing a press conference in New Delhi, Chouhan said the Prime Minister will transfer 18,640 crore through Direct Benefit [] The post PM Modi to Release 22nd PM-Kisan Instalment on March 13 appeared first on Northlines .
NC Leader Mehdi, Peoples Conference Chief Lone Condemn Attack On Former J&K CM Farooq Abdullah
SRINAGAR, Mar 12: National Conference MP Aga Ruhullah Mehdi and Peoples Conference chief Sajad Lone on Thursday condemned the attack on former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah. Abdullah, 88, had a narrow escape when a gunman allegedly opened fire at him from behind while he was leaving a marriage function at Greater Kailash on the outskirts of Jammu on Wednesday night. The accused, identified as 63-year-old Kamal Singh Jamwal, a resident of Purani Mandi in Jammu, was arrested [] The post NC Leader Mehdi, Peoples Conference Chief Lone Condemn Attack On Former J&K CM Farooq Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Entry of Non-Hindus Banned in 47 Temples, Including Kedarnath and Badrinath
Dehradun, Mar 12: Entry of non-Hindus into 47 temples in Uttarakhand, including the prominent shrines of Badrinath and Kedarnath, will be prohibited from this year, a temple committee official said. The decision was taken during a meeting of the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee held on Tuesday under the chairmanship of its president Hemant Dwivedi. The proposal [] The post Entry of Non-Hindus Banned in 47 Temples, Including Kedarnath and Badrinath appeared first on Northlines .
Pakistani Drone-Dropped Heroin Worth Over Rs 8 Crore Seized In Jammu
Jammu, Mar 12: Over 1.5 kg of heroin worth more than Rs 8 crore dropped by a Pakistani drone was recovered near the International Border here, officials said on Thursday. The recovery was made from Bahadurpura village in the Bishnah area late Wednesday night, when a local noticed it in a field, they said. Preliminary investigations suggested that the bag was dropped from across the border via a Pakistani drone, officials said. Police have registered a case, and further investigation [] The post Pakistani Drone-Dropped Heroin Worth Over Rs 8 Crore Seized In Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J-K Congress condemns attack on former CM Farooq Abdullah, seeks accountability
JAMMU: The Jammu and Kashmir Congress on Thursday strongly condemned the murderous attack on former chief minister Farooq Abdullah in Jammu and said those entrusted with maintaining law and order must be held accountable. Abdullah had a narrow escape when a gunman allegedly opened fire at him from behind while he was leaving a marriage []
Targeting Political Leaders Through Violence Unacceptable: J&K BJP On Attack On Farooq Abdullah
JAMMU, Mar 12: The BJP on Thursday strongly condemned the attack on National Conference president and former chief minister Farooq Abdullah, saying targeting political leaders through violence is unacceptable and demanded a thorough probe into the incident. Abdullah had a narrow escape when a gunman allegedly opened fire at him from behind while he was leaving a marriage function at Greater Kailash on the outskirts of Jammu on Wednesday night. Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary and advisor to Chief Minister [] The post Targeting Political Leaders Through Violence Unacceptable: J&K BJP On Attack On Farooq Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dhurandhar to re-release in theatres worldwide
MUMBAI, Mar 12: A week before Dhurandhar 2 hits the big screen, its makers on Thursday announced that they are re-releasing the first part in cinema halls worldwide. The Aditya Dhar-directed spy thriller, featuring Ranveer Singh, released on December 5 and attained humongous success. The film amassed Rs 1,300 crore globally, with Rs 1,000 crore of the total originating from the Indian market. Jio Studios and B62 Studios are bringing the global blockbuster Dhurandhar back to the big screen in [] The post Dhurandhar to re-release in theatres worldwide appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
