AESL excels in JEE Main 2026; Abhinav emerges as topper with 99.83 percentile
Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Feb 24 : Giving testimony to the continued success of their academic program, Ten students of Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL) from Udhampur have again demonstrated exemplary performance during the JEE Main 2026 (Session 1). According to the National Testing Agency (NTA) results released 16 Feb, In JEE Main 2026, students from Aakash Institute, Udhampur delivered an excellent performance. Abhinav Batta emerged as the Jammu and Kashmir State Topper with an impressive 99.83 percentile, followed by Niharika [] The post AESL excels in JEE Main 2026; Abhinav emerges as topper with 99.83 percentile appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dr Praney Slathia The School of Hospitality and Tourism Management (SHTM) at the University of Jammu recently hosted a two-day national conference, Tourism, Technology and Talent: Shaping Future-Ready Managers, which I attended. The discussions were optimistic and wide-ranging, touching both success stories and pressing challenges. Yet, when the conversation turned to Jammus long-term tourism vision, one diagnosis became hard to miss: Jammu suffers from path dependence. According to Paul A. David (1985), path dependence describes a process in which outcomes [] The post Jammus Pivot to Neo-Tourism appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dr Jitendra launches SUJVIKA AI Data Portal of Biotech products
Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Feb 24 :To markthe 40th Foundation Day of the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) today,Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences; and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space,Dr Jitendra Singh launched SUJVIKA AI driven Biotech Product Data Portal, developed in collaboration with Industry partners ABLE. SUJVIKA is a Trade Statistics Digital Intelligence Platform that presents authenticated biotechnology product import data in a structured and accessible format. The portal [] The post Dr Jitendra launches SUJVIKA AI Data Portal of Biotech products appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dr Avtar Singh represents Amandeep Hospital & Ujala Cygnus at Advanced Training in Pune
Excelsior Correspondent PUNE, Feb 24: Dr Avtar Singh, Chairman of the Department of Orthopaedics at Amandeep Hospital, in collaboration with Ujala Cygnus Healthcare Services, participated in an advanced Cadaver Product Training Program organized by Medtronic at the Symbiosis International University campus in Lavale, Pune. The program brought together eminent orthopaedic experts from across the country and focused on advanced fracture management techniques, implant innovations and cadaver-based hands-on surgical training. Representing Amandeep Hospital and the Ujala Cygnus Group, Dr Avtar Singh [] The post Dr Avtar Singh represents Amandeep Hospital & Ujala Cygnus at Advanced Training in Pune appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
MSME sponsored A-ESDP starts at IIT
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 24: MSME sponsored one-week Advanced Entrepreneurship and Skill Development Programme (A-ESDP) was inaugurated here today at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jammu. The programme is themed Empowering Make in India: Nurturing Entrepreneurship in Indian Manufacturing and is dedicated to fostering innovation, skill development and self-reliance within Indias manufacturing sector. The inaugural ceremony was attended by Prof. Meenakshi Rajeev, Dean (Outreach and Skill Development), Prof. Satya S. Bhogilla, Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Dr. [] The post MSME sponsored A-ESDP starts at IIT appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DGP reviews security scenario in district Sopore
Excelsior Correspondent SOPORE, Feb 24: To assess the prevailing security scenario and operational preparedness in the district, Director General of Police, J&K, Nalin Prabhat, visited Sopore and chaired a comprehensive security review meeting, here today. The DGP was accompanied by SDG Coordination S J M Geelani, IGP Kashmir V K Birdi and DIG North Kashmir Range Maqsood-ul-Zaman. During the meeting, SSP Sopore IftkharTalib presented a detailed briefing on the current security environment, counter-terror measures, anti-narcotics operations and overall law and [] The post DGP reviews security scenario in district Sopore appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Challenges along IB in Gujarat not different from J&K: Sanghavi
Gujarat gearing up for Commonwealth Games *ATS Gujarat equally trained like SOG in J&K Gopal Sharma Ahmedabad, Feb 24: The challenges along the International Border (IB) and the coastal areas of Gujarat are no less than those faced along the borders in Jammu and Kashmir. We are also facing the same enemy that the people of Jammu and Kashmir are facing on that side of the border, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi told a visiting media delegation led by PIB [] The post Challenges along IB in Gujarat not different from J&K: Sanghavi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Nasir Hamid Khan sunfresh1102@gmail.com The Fact Sheet released by the White House on 9th of February, among other things, informed us about the following facts: India will open up its market of over 1.4 billion to American products; In the coming weeks, the United States and India will promptly implement this framework and work towards finalizing the Interim Agreement with a view to concluding a mutually beneficial BTA to lock in benefits for American workers and businesses. [] The post Our Fruit and Nut Story appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dr Farooq, Omar lead party functionaries in offering floral tribute to Sheikh Nazir
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Feb 24: National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah, and vice president and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today led party leaders and workers in offering floral tribute and Fatiha at the Mazar-e-Anwar of the partys stalwart and former general secretary, Sheikh Nazir Ahmad on his 11th death anniversary. They led party functionaries, legislators, Members of Parliament, and office bearers in paying homage at the late leaders resting place in the shrine complex of Hazrat Malik Sahib Shrine (RA), [] The post Dr Farooq, Omar lead party functionaries in offering floral tribute to Sheikh Nazir appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pundirs ton, Yawer, Samads fifties drive J&K to 284/2 on Day 1
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 24: Shubham Singh Pundirs unbeaten century and a fighting 88 from young Yawer Hassan helped Jammu & Kashmir take command of the Ranji Trophy final, finishing Day 1 at 284 for two against a strong Karnataka side. The 27-year-old left-handed Pundir was 117 not out at stumps, while Abdul Samad supported him with unbeaten 52, the pair adding 105 runs for the third wicket after skipper Paras Dogra retired hurt. Earlier, Pundir and Yawer shared [] The post Pundirs ton, Yawer, Samads fifties drive J&K to 284/2 on Day 1 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Affordable world-class healthcare for all should be mission: President
MUMBAI, Feb 24 : Affordable world-class healthcare for all should be everyones mission, President Droupadi Murmu said on Tuesday. She was speaking after inaugurating the Saving Lives and Building a Healthier Bharat campaign, organised by P D Hinduja Hospital, at an event in Mumbais Lok Bhavan. I am confident that India will gain prestige as a global healthcare destination, Murmu said. She said the government has taken several important steps over the past decade to ensure that every citizen remains [] The post Affordable world-class healthcare for all should be mission: President appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Israels LoP pleads Netanyahu to facilitate oppositions participation in Modis parliamentary address
JERUSALEM, Feb 24 : Israels opposition has pleaded with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to resolve the ongoing political crisis to ensure its participation during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modis address to the Knesset. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will undertake a two-day visit to Israel beginning Wednesday to shore up bilateral defence and trade cooperation. Modis engagements will include his address to Israels parliament (Knesset), wide-ranging talks with his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu and a meeting with President Isaac Herzog. Israels [] The post Israels LoP pleads Netanyahu to facilitate oppositions participation in Modis parliamentary address appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vaishnaw meets senior execs of Merck Electronics; co eyes expanded role in chip ecosystem
NEW DELHI, Feb 24 : Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday met Katherine Dei Cas, EVP of Merck Electronics, with the company evincing keen interest in expanding its engagement in Indias fast-growing semiconductor ecosystem. New avenues for collaboration were also discussed during the meeting. Met Katherine Dei Cas, EVP, Merck Electronics. Merck expressed strong interest in expanding its engagement with Bharats rapidly-growing semiconductor ecosystem. Discussed new avenues for collaboration, Vaishnaw said in a post on X. (PTI) The post Vaishnaw meets senior execs of Merck Electronics; co eyes expanded role in chip ecosystem appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Adityanath meets Singapore Deputy PM; assures investors of biz-focussed policies in UP
SINGAPORE, Feb 24: Uttar Pradesh is ready with land bank, business-focused policies and safety and security, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath told investors in Singapore on Tuesday on a day he met the countrys top leaders, including Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong. On the second day of his official visit to Singapore, Adityanath met the countrys Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong, and Coordinating Minister for National Security and Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam, [] The post Adityanath meets Singapore Deputy PM; assures investors of biz-focussed policies in UP appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kajal Rai claims second straight Nordic title
Army climbs to top after dominant day in Gulmarg Excelsior Sports Correspondent Srinagar, Feb 24: The Army contingent moved to the top of the medal tally on Day 2 of the Khelo India Winter Games 2026 after adding another gold in the Gulmarg leg today, taking their overall tally to five gold medals and consolidating their position at the summit. Army, who had won the mens ice hockey gold in the Ladakh leg, began the day with three golds from [] The post Kajal Rai claims second straight Nordic title appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vacancies Hurt Youth Prospects
The disclosure that nearly 13,000 teaching posts are lying vacant in Jammu and Kashmirs School Education Department, as informed by the Education Minister in the Legislative Assembly, is deeply alarming. With nearly 8,000 posts in the Jammu division and 5,000 in Kashmir, once again, Jammu youth seem to be suffering due to massive teaching staff shortages. Such an enormous number is not merely an administrative lapse; it represents a multipronged loss to the youth of J&K. On the one hand, [] The post Vacancies Hurt Youth Prospects appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Omar thanks PM for Srinagar airport development
SRINAGAR, Feb 24: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for approving the development of the Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport at an estimated cost of Rs 1,677 crore. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Welcoming the decision, Omar said the expansion of the Civil Enclave at Srinagar Airport will give a major boost to the economy of Jammu and Kashmir. He noted that improved air connectivity will facilitate greater tourist inflow, [] The post Omar thanks PM for Srinagar airport development appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu leads in pendency among J&K districts with nearly 80,000 cases
3.89 lakh cases pending in subordinate courts JAMMU, Feb 24: Subordinate courts across Jammu and Kashmir are grappling with a pendency of 3,89,210 cases till January-end, with criminal matters accounting for nearly two-thirds of the total backlog and over 58,000 cases lingering between five to 30 years, official data shows. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The government is actively pursuing multiple measures to tackle the persistent pendency of cases in the high court and subordinate courts of Jammu [] The post Jammu leads in pendency among J&K districts with nearly 80,000 cases appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Army committed to maintain peace, stability in J&K: Lt Gen Sharma
Will ensure secure environment for citizens Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 24: Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma, Army Commander Northern Command today visited Kishtwar following the successful conduct of Operation TRASHI-I, which led to the elimination of three Pakistan sponsored terrorists in the region. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The Army Commander was briefed by senior field commanders on the operational details and the coordinated efforts undertaken by security forces during the mission. He commended the troops for their swift, [] The post Army committed to maintain peace, stability in J&K: Lt Gen Sharma appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhi court sends IYC chief Chib to 4-day police custody
Shirtless protest at India AI Summit NEW DELHI, Feb 24:A Delhi court on Tuesday sent Indian Youth Congress (IYC) president Uday Bhanu Chib to four days of police custody in connection with the shirtless protest at the India AI Impact Summit at Bharat Mandapam on February 20. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Judicial Magistrate Ravi allowed four days of custody to the police to question Chib, after the investigating officer (IO) sought seven days of custodial interrogation. The [] The post Delhi court sends IYC chief Chib to 4-day police custody appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Seva Teerth to be centre for empowerment
NEW DELHI, Feb 24: The Union Cabinet, in its first meeting at Seva Teerth, the new PMO complex, resolved that every decision taken in the premises will be inspired by the sentiment of Nagrik Devo Bhava and will be a centre for the empowerment of every Indian. The meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, also resolved that every effort of governance conducted from Seva Teerth will remain connected to the spirit of simplifying the life of the last person [] The post Seva Teerth to be centre for empowerment appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CHANDIGARH, Feb 24: Punjab Police on Tuesday claimed to have busted a module, backed by proscribed outfit Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), with the arrest of two persons involved in firing incidents linked to extortion. Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said two persons have been arrested, and a pistol along with magazines and eight cartridges was seized from them. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The accused have been identified as Sukhwinder Singh alias Sunny and Rawal, from [] The post BKI module busted, 2 arrested appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Leh-bound plane faces engine issue
NEW DELHI, Feb 24: A Leh-bound SpiceJet aircraft returned to the national capital due to an engine issue on Tuesday morning, according to a source. There were around 150 people on board the Boeing 737 aircraft that was operating the flight SG121, the source added. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp When contacted, a SpiceJet spokesperson said a flight operating from Delhi to Leh on Tuesday returned to Delhi after experiencing a technical issue. The aircraft landed safely in [] The post Leh-bound plane faces engine issue appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
VC removed for misbehaving with Kashmiri students
LUDHIANA, Feb 24: CT University Vice-Chancellor (VC) Nitin Tandon was removed on Tuesday, following allegations of misbehaving with a group of Kashmiri students, Chancellor Charanjit Singh Channi said. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The private university has also initiated an internal probe into the matter while the situation is being monitored by local authorities. The students claimed that on Monday they requested for sehri and iftar arrangements to be made in the university mess amid the ongoing month [] The post VC removed for misbehaving with Kashmiri students appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu courts lead in pendency among districts with nearly 78,000 cases, 3.89 lakh pending statewide
Jammu, Feb 24: Subordinate courts across Jammu and Kashmir are grappling with a pendency of 3,89,210 cases till January-end, with criminal matters accounting for nearly two-thirds of the total backlog and over 58,000 cases lingering between five to 30 years, official data shows. The government is actively pursuing multiple measures to tackle the persistent pendency [] The post Jammu courts lead in pendency among districts with nearly 78,000 cases, 3.89 lakh pending statewide appeared first on Northlines .
1085 doctor posts vacant, 480 posts referred to JKPSC
Jammu, Feb 24: More than 1,000 posts of doctors are currently vacant across Jammu and Kashmir, according to figures shared by the Health and Medical Education Department. Kashmir division accounts for 797 of these vacancies comprising 24 senior consultants, 253 consultants, 458 medical officers and 62 dental surgeons while Jammu division has [] The post 1085 doctor posts vacant, 480 posts referred to JKPSC appeared first on Northlines .
152 dead, nearly 21 000 structures damaged in 2025, rain fury in J K
Jammu, Feb 24: The rain fury in Jammu and Kashmir last year claimed 152 lives, injured 179 people, damaged nearly 21,000 structures mostly residential houses while 1515 livestock perished, official data revealed. Of the total fatalities, 151 were reported from the worst-hit Jammu division and one from Kashmir valley, the data compiled [] The post 152 dead, nearly 21 000 structures damaged in 2025, rain fury in J K appeared first on Northlines .
Need decisive kinetic operations against Pak terrorists in J&K: DGP
Srinagar, Feb 24: Jammu and Kashmir Police chief Nalin Prabhat on Tuesday called for decisive and uncompromising kinetic operations against Pakistani terrorists in the Union territory. The Director General of Police (DGP) chaired a comprehensive security review meeting to assess the prevailing security scenario and operational preparedness in north Kashmirs Sopore district, a police [] The post Need decisive kinetic operations against Pak terrorists in J&K: DGP appeared first on Northlines .
Cabinet approves Rs 1,677 crore Civil Enclave at Srinagar Airport
Major boost for Kashmirs aviation infrastructure Modern terminal to serve 10 million passengers Cultural heritage integrated into design Eco-friendly features for sustainability goals Enhancing tourism & economic growth New Delhi: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved the development of the Civil Enclave at Srinagar International []
LG expresses gratitude to PM, says new Civil Enclave will upgrade Valleys economic future
Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi for approving the development of the Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport proposed at an estimated cost of Rs.1,677 crore. In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor said: J&K Skies Soar: dawn of a bold aviation era. I am []
Dev must translate into tangible improvement in peoples daily lives: CM
Rolls out 84.41 crore multi-sector development works to transform Ganderbal Ganderbal: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday inaugurated and laid the foundation stones of major development projects worth 84.41 crore in Ganderbal Constituency, marking a significant stride towards strengthening infrastructure, healthcare, water supply, sanitation, education and road connectivity across the district. The projects, spanning multiple []
CM asks J&K students in Iran to return
Warns against ignoring govt advisory Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday urged students from Jammu and Kashmir studying in Iran to follow the Union governments advisory and return home while commercial travel remains operational. In its latest advisory, the Embassy of India asked its citizens to leave Iran by available means of transport, including []
J&K Assembly to consider PDP MLAs resolution on use of Kashmiri language
Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly will consider during the second part of the Budget session a private members resolution moved by PDP MLA Waheed Ur Rehman Para seeking mandatory use of the Kashmiri language in official work across the Kashmir division and identified Kashmiri-speaking areas. Budget session of the legislative assembly will resume on []
Over 5.63 Cr liquor bottles sold in J&K up to Jan 2026
Jammu, Feb 24: Jammu and Kashmir has recorded the sale of over 5.63 crore bottles of liquor during the current financial year up to January 2026, with Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) and beer accounting for the major share. According to official data, a total of over 5.63 crore bottles were sold across civil and [] The post Over 5.63 Cr liquor bottles sold in J&K up to Jan 2026 appeared first on Northlines .
Vande Bharat trains with 20 couches to operate between Jmu-Sgr from March 1
Jammu: In a major boost to rail connectivity within Jammu and Kashmir, a 20-coach Vande Bharat Express will operate between the twin capital cities of Jammu and Srinagar from March 1, officials said The premium train service which has been running between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra and Srinagar for the past over eight months, []
Over 1,000 doctor posts vacant across J&K
480 posts referred to JKPSC Jammu: More than 1,000 posts of doctors are currently vacant across Jammu and Kashmir, according to figures shared by the Health and Medical Education Department. Kashmir division accounts for 797 of these vacancies comprising 24 senior consultants, 253 consultants, 458 medical officers and 62 dental surgeons while Jammu []
Police attach land of Pak-Based Terror Handler in Kathua
Jammu, Feb 24: Police on Tuesday attached a plot of land belonging to Pakistan-based terror handler Swar Din alias Swaru in Kathua district, an official said. Din, a resident of Bhatodi village of Lohai Malhar, exfiltrated across the border a long time back and has since been actively involved in activities inimical to the security [] The post Police attach land of Pak-Based Terror Handler in Kathua appeared first on Northlines .
120 websites of J&K Govt temporarily disabled in 202526
Jammu Tawi, Feb 24:As many as 120 official websites of the Jammu & Kashmir Government were temporarily disabled during the ongoing financial year 202526, official documents reveal. Documents show that 120 websites hosted at the Jammu & Kashmir State Data Centre (JKSDC) were taken offline during 202526 due to the non-availability of Safe to Host [] The post 120 websites of J&K Govt temporarily disabled in 202526 appeared first on Northlines .
Security beefed up ahead of Vice-Prezs Kashmir visit
Srinagar, Feb 24:Elaborate security arrangements have been put in place across Srinagar ahead of Vice President C P Radhakrishnans maiden visit to the Kashmir on February 26. According to the details, Vice-President Radhakrishnan is scheduled to attend the 21st convocation of the University of Kashmir at its Hazratbal campus, where he will be the chief [] The post Security beefed up ahead of Vice-Prezs Kashmir visit appeared first on Northlines .
Cabinet approves Rs 1,677 Cr Civil Enclave Project at Srinagar International Airport Jammu Tawi, Feb 24: In a major fillip to the aviation sector in Jammu & Kashmir, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved the development of the civil enclave at Srinagar International Airport [] The post New era for aviation in J&K appeared first on Northlines .
Serious patients suffering as only MRI Machine defunct at GMC-Jammu since Jan
Market rates too high for patients Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Feb 24: The entire Jammu region is faced with a serious health issue as the lone MRI Machine at Jammus premier hospital, the Government Medical College and Hospital (GMC&H), has gone defunct thus putting the patients suffering from different ailments to [] The post Serious patients suffering as only MRI Machine defunct at GMC-Jammu since Jan appeared first on Northlines .
India AI Stack: Powering Intelligence at Scale
An AI stack is the complete set of tools and systems that work together to build and run AI applications. These applications range from everyday tools such as virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa, and personalized recommendations on platforms like Netflix and Spotify, to advanced systems used in healthcare diagnostics, financial fraud detection, and transportation. [] The post India AI Stack: Powering Intelligence at Scale appeared first on Northlines .
From Panini to the AI Stack: Delhis AI Moment and the Logic of National Capability
By- Hardeep S Puri When Panini reduced the chaos of spoken language into a compact, computable grammar, he proved something that still holds: intelligence is most powerful when it is expressed as structure. Nalanda took that instinct into institutions, building methods to debate, preserve, and transmit knowledge across borders. Indias decision to host the [] The post From Panini to the AI Stack: Delhis AI Moment and the Logic of National Capability appeared first on Northlines .
Indian exporters are in total confusion about Tariff after U.S. Supreme Court verdict
Trumps arrogance hits the interests of American consumers also By Anjan Roy The US Supreme Courts striking the Donald Trumps tariffs has pulverised the president in more ways than one. Trump had sworn by tariffs as the ultimate tool in his hands; the judgement has shown Trump his place he is not supreme. [] The post Indian exporters are in total confusion about Tariff after U.S. Supreme Court verdict appeared first on Northlines .
US-China rivalry suddenly intensifies in Bangladesh as Tarique takes over as PM
Washingtons aggressive stance on South Asia security poses problem for India also By Nitya Chakraborty Only a week has passed since the BNP supremo Tarique Rahman has taken over as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh after the resounding victory of his party in the February 12 national elections. The 60 year old PM [] The post US-China rivalry suddenly intensifies in Bangladesh as Tarique takes over as PM appeared first on Northlines .
The decision by the Special Mobile Magistrate Srinagar sentencing a man to three years imprisonment for allowing his minor son to drive the vehicle has given a strong and timely message to society especially the parents not to take such things lightly. While pronouncing the sentence, the court made it clear that the accused pleaded [] The post Court Sends A Strong Message appeared first on Northlines .
Police Attach Land Of Pak-Based Terror Handler In J&Ks Kathua
Jammu, Feb 24: Police on Tuesday attached a plot of land belonging to Pakistan-based terror handler Swar Din alias Swaru in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir, an official said. Din, a resident of Bhatodi village of Lohai Malhar, exfiltrated across the border a long time back and has since been actively involved in activities inimical to the security and sovereignty of the nation, a police spokesperson said. He said the land in Lohoi Malhar tehsil measuring 7.5 marla (1 [] The post Police Attach Land Of Pak-Based Terror Handler In J&Ks Kathua appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt Closes Disciplinary Proceedings Against Retired JE After Recovery of Rs 1.74 Lakh
SRINAGAR: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has ordered closure of regular departmental action initiated against Er Jasvinder Singh, the then Junior Engineer (Civil) in the Public Works (R and B) Department, after recovery of the outstanding amount in question. As per Government Order No. 65-PW (R and B) of 2026 dated February 24, 2026, []
CCEA Approval For Civil Enclave At Srinagar Airport Major Boost To J&K: PM Modi
New Delhi, Feb 24: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday termed the approval for civil enclave at the Srinagar Airport by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) as a major boost to Jammu and Kashmir. Soon after the Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the approval for the project at a briefing post the Cabinet meeting in the national capital, PM Modi, wrote on X: Todays Cabinet decision on expanding the Srinagar airport will boost the economy of [] The post CCEA Approval For Civil Enclave At Srinagar Airport Major Boost To J&K: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt Closes Disciplinary Proceedings Against Retired JE After Recovery Of 1.74 Lakh
Jammu, Feb 24: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has ordered closure of regular departmental action initiated against Er. Jasvinder Singh, the then Junior Engineer (Civil) in the Public Works (R&B) Department, after recovery of the outstanding amount in question. As per Government Order No. 65-PW(R&B) of 2026 dated February 24, 2026, the disciplinary proceedings were initiated in connection with alleged irregularities during his tenure in the Estates Division, Jammu, including payments without maintenance of work registers, double payments, advance [] The post Govt Closes Disciplinary Proceedings Against Retired JE After Recovery Of 1.74 Lakh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
New Delhi, February 24: At the invitation of the Prime Minister of Israel, H.E. Mr. Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will pay a State visit to Israel on February 25-26, 2026. This will be the second visit of Prime Minister to Israel. During the visit, Prime Minister will meet Prime Minister of Israel, [] The post Visit of PM Modi to Israel appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
FIR Lodged After GDA Officials Allegedly Assaulted During Inspection
SRINAGAR: An FIR has been registered after officials of the Gulmarg Development Authority (GDA) were allegedly assaulted during an inspection in Gulmarg, police said on Tuesday. According to the complaint filed at Police Station Gulmarg, the incident occurred on February 24 when a team of GDA officials visited the tourist resort following reports that some []
Jammu, 24thFebruary 2026: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Tuesday expressed gratitude to the Honble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for approving the development of the Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport proposed at an estimated cost of Rs.1,677 crore. In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor has said: J&K Skies Soar: dawn of [] The post Lieutenant Governor expresses gratitude to Prime Minister for major expansion of Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
CM Omar Abdullah rolls out84.41 crore multi-sector development works to transform Ganderbal
GANDERBAL, FEBRUARY 24: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated and laid the foundation stones of major development projects worth84.41 crore in Ganderbal Constituency, marking a significant stride towards strengthening infrastructure, healthcare, water supply, sanitation, education and road connectivity across the district. The projects, spanning multiple departments, were inaugurated and e-launched at different locations, underscoring the [] The post CM Omar Abdullah rolls out84.41 crore multi-sector development works to transform Ganderbal appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
New Delhi, Feb 24: The Union Cabinet has approved a major expansion of the Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Tuesday, describing the decision as a landmark step for Jammu and Kashmir. In a post on X, Singh credited the move to Prime Minister Narendra Modis continued emphasis on infrastructure-led growth. He said the Cabinets approval would significantly enhance passenger handling capacity, modernise aviation infrastructure, and strengthen connectivity in the Valley. Prime Minister Shri [] The post Landmark Step For Jammu And Kashmir: Rajnath Singh Hails Cabinet Approval Of Srinagar Airport Expansion appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cabinet approves major expansion of Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport
New Delhi, February 25: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, today has approved the development of the Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport proposed at an estimated cost of Rs.1,677 crore. It will mark a major milestone in strengthening aviation infrastructure and connectivity in the Kashmir Valley. [] The post Cabinet approves major expansion of Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Various Delegations Calls upon Chief Secretary Ladakh Ashish Kundra in Kargil
Kargil, February 24: Several delegations from across Kargil district called on the Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, at Hotel The Kargil and apprised him of various public issues and developmental demands. A delegation led by Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Kacho Mohd Feroz, along with several councillors, raised various issues pertaining [] The post Various Delegations Calls upon Chief Secretary Ladakh Ashish Kundra in Kargil appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Over 5.63 Crore Liquor Bottles Sold In J&K Up To January 2026; IMFL, Beer Lead Sales
Jammu, Feb 24: Jammu and Kashmir has recorded the sale of over 5.63 crore bottles of liquor during the current financial year up to January 2026, with Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) and beer accounting for the major share. According to official data, a total of over 5.63 crore bottles were sold across civil and canteen services department (CSD) off-shops and paramilitary forces (PMF) outlets during the 2025-26 fiscal. The figures include over 1.90 crore bottles of IMFL sold in [] The post Over 5.63 Crore Liquor Bottles Sold In J&K Up To January 2026; IMFL, Beer Lead Sales appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Two Punjab-Based Drug Peddlers Arrested In J&K
Srinagar, Feb 24: Two Punjab-based drug peddlers were arrested by the Jammu and Kashmir Polices Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) on Tuesday in separate incidents in Srinagar and Budgam districts of the valley. The arrested were identified as Ajay Kumar and Johon Masih, both residents of Mustafabad Jattan village in Gurdaspur, police said. Kumar was held from the Gangbugh area of the city here and 42 grams of heroin was allegedly recovered from his possession, a police spokesman said. Preliminary investigation [] The post Two Punjab-Based Drug Peddlers Arrested In J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
KPDCL Schedules Power Shutdown in Srinagar Areas
SRINAGAR: Power supply to several areas of Srinagar will be suspended for 90 minutes on February 28, due to a scheduled shutdown of key transmission lines, according to the Chief Engineer, Distribution, of Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL). The utility said the shutdown of the 33 kV Badamibagh and Pampore BK Pora lines will []
R&B Dept Places 25 In-charge AEEs As Executive Engineers
JAMMU, Feb 24: The Public Works (R&B) Department of the Jammu and Kashmir Government has ordered the placement of 25 In-charge Assistant Executive Engineerscomprising 18 degree holders and 7 diploma holdersas In-charge Executive Engineers (Civil) in their own pay and grade. Consequently, the department has ordered the adjustment and transfer of several senior engineers besides assigning additional charges to others to streamline operations in departments such as PMGSY, DIQC, and Rural Development. See Order Copy Click Here The post R&B Dept Places 25 In-charge AEEs As Executive Engineers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
13 Engineers Placed As In-Charge Superintending Engineers In PWD
Jammu, Feb 24: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has placed 13 In-charge Executive Engineers (Civil) as In-charge Superintending Engineers (Civil) in the Public Works (R&B) Department. Consequent upon their placement, 15 In-charge Superintending Engineers were also adjusted, transferred and posted in different wings of the department to ensure smooth administrative functioning and effective execution of works across the Union Territory. See Order Copy Click Here The post 13 Engineers Placed As In-Charge Superintending Engineers In PWD appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Inter-State Drug Supply Bid Foiled, Duo from Punjab Arrested in Kashmir
SRINAGAR: The Anti-Narcotics Task Force Kashmir on Monday arrested two Punjab-based drug peddlers in separate operations conducted in Srinagar and Budgam districts, recovering a total of 79 grams of heroin. Officials said that in the first operation, acting on specific intelligence inputs, ANTF apprehended one Ajay Kumar, son of Joginder and a resident of Mustafabad []
Michael M DSouza Relieved As Administrative Secretary Ladakh
LEH, Feb 24: The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has relieved 2015 batch AGMUT cadre IAS officer Michael M DSouza from his duties as Administrative Secretary, Ladakh. According to an order issued by the General Administration Department, the officer will be relieved with effect from the afternoon of February 28, 2026. The decision has been taken in pursuance of the Ministry of Home Affairs order dated January 4, 2026. He has been directed to report to the Government [] The post Michael M DSouza Relieved As Administrative Secretary Ladakh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DGP Prabhat Calls For Relentless Operations Against Pak Terrorists
Srinagar, Feb 24: Director General of Police (DGP) J&K, Nalin Prabhat, on Tuesday called for consequent relentless operations against Pakistani terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir. He expressed these remarks during a high-level security review meeting in north Kashmirs Bandipora. The DGP was accompanied by Special Director General (Coordination) Syed Javed Mujtaba Geelani and Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir Zone V K Birdi. Senior officers briefed him on the prevailing security situation, counter-terror strategies, and measures being undertaken to maintain [] The post DGP Prabhat Calls For Relentless Operations Against Pak Terrorists appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Elaborate Arrangements Put in Place Ahead of Vice Presidents Visit to Srinagar
SRINAGAR: Authorities have put in place elaborate security and logistical arrangements ahead of the scheduled visit of Vice President of India, CP Radhakrishnan, to Srinagar on February 26 in connection with the 21st Convocation of the University of Kashmir. Sources said that, Senior police and civil officials have reviewed the preparedness at multiple levels to []
Jammu, Feb 24: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday expressed gratitude to the Honble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for approving the development of the Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport proposed at an estimated cost of Rs.1,677 crore. In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor has said: J&K Skies Soar: dawn of a bold aviation era. I am grateful to Honble PM Sh Narendra Modi Ji for major expansion of Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport. I vividly [] The post LG Sinha Expresses Gratitude To PM Modi For Major Expansion Of Civil Enclave At Srinagar International Airport appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BMW Car Damaged in Srinagar Fire Mishap
SRINAGAR: A BMW car bearing was damaged in a fire incident reported at the Old Bus Stand, Batamaloo area of Srinagar on Tuesday evening. An official said that the State Fire Control Room, Batamaloo, received a distress call following which Fire and Emergency (F and E) Headquarters rushed teams to the spot to douse the []
From Viral Sensation to Social Integration: The Real Story of Punch the Macaque
SRINAGAR: A baby macaque whose poignant bond with a plush toy made him an internet phenomenon is now slowly finding his place among his own kind. The macaque, known simply as Punch, captured worldwide attention after clips of him clutching a stuffed orangutan toy in his enclosure at the Ichikawa City Zoological and Botanical Gardens, []
45 Medical Professionals from Jammu Kashmir Selected for Hajj-2026 Deputation
SRINAGAR: As many as 45 doctors and paramedical staff from Jammu and Kashmir have been selected for temporary deputation to the Consulate General of India (CGI), Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, in connection with Haj-2026. According to a communication issued by the Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India, a one-day mandatory Orientation-cum-Training Programme for the selected []
Union Cabinet Clears Proposal to Rename Kerala as Keralam: Sources
SRINAGAR: The Union Cabinet on Tuesday reportedly approved the Kerala Governments proposal to change the name of the state from Kerala to Keralam, sources aware of the development said. The decision came months after the Kerala Legislative Assembly unanimously passed a resolution on June 24, 2024, urging the Centre to officially rename the state as []
Sudanese paramilitary forces kill at least 28 people in an attack in Darfur, group says
CAIRO, Feb 24: An attack by the Sudanese paramilitary forces on a stronghold of a Darfur tribal leader left at least 28 people dead, a doctors group said on Tuesday. The paramilitary Rapid Support Forces on Monday rampaged through the town of Misteriha in North Darfur province, according to the Sudan Doctors Network, which tracks the countrys ongoing war. The town is a stronghold of Arab tribal leader Musa Hilal who also hails from the Rizeigat Arab tribe as the [] The post Sudanese paramilitary forces kill at least 28 people in an attack in Darfur, group says appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Militants kill six policemen in Pakistans Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
PESHAWAR, Feb 24: At least six policemen were killed and one other was injured in a militant attack on a police van in Kohat district of Pakistan Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Tuesday, local police said. District Police Officer Kohat said the attack occurred on Shakardara Road, where assailants ambushed the police vehicle, resulting in multiple casualties. Deputy Superintendent of Police Wahid Mehmood and two gunners were initially reported killed, while four personnel sustained injuries and were rushed to the [] The post Militants kill six policemen in Pakistans Khyber Pakhtunkhwa appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar Abdullah Rolls Out 84.41 Crore Multi-Sector Development Works To Transform Ganderbal
GANDERBAL, Feb 24: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated and laid the foundation stones of major development projects worth 84.41 crore in Ganderbal Constituency, marking a significant stride towards strengthening infrastructure, healthcare, water supply, sanitation, education and road connectivity across the district. The projects, spanning multiple departments, were inaugurated and e-launched at different locations, underscoring the Governments commitment to balanced and inclusive development. At Beehama, the Chief Minister laid the foundation stone for the 770 lakh Beautification & Development Project [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Rolls Out 84.41 Crore Multi-Sector Development Works To Transform Ganderbal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Kavinder Gupta Grants Notional Annual Increments To SRO-202 Employees In Ladakh
Leh, Feb 24: The Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, has approved the grant of Notional Annual Increments for the probation period to employees appointed under the Jammu & Kashmir Special Recruitment Rules, 2015 (SRO-202). This significant decision marks a progressive step towards ensuring fairness and service parity among government employees in the Union Territory. By recognizing notional increments for the probation period, the Administration has addressed a long-pending concern affecting employees appointed under SRO-202, thereby [] The post LG Kavinder Gupta Grants Notional Annual Increments To SRO-202 Employees In Ladakh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
JammuSrinagar Direct Train Service Begins March 1
SRINAGAR: In a major boost to rail connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir, direct train services between Jammu and Srinagar will commence from March 1 , officials said on Tuesday. The move is expected to ease passenger travel and significantly strengthen transport links between the Jammu region and the Kashmir Valley. An official said that the []
Committee Formed To Fix Transport Fee For Private Schools In J&K
JAMMU, Feb 24: In compliance with the directions of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, the government has constituted a committee to determine the transport fee structure for private schools across the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. According to an order issued by the Fee Fixation and Regulation Committee (FFRC), the panel has been formed in pursuance of directions passed in writ petition (C No. 10702). The High Court had directed constitution of a committee comprising [] The post Committee Formed To Fix Transport Fee For Private Schools In J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Direct Vande Bharat Train To Run Between Srinagar And Jammu From March 1
New Delhi, Feb 24: Northern Railway has announced extension of the Vande Bharat Express service to provide direct connectivity between Srinagar and Jammu from March 1, 2026. As per an official communication issued by Northern Railway, SVDK-SINA-SVDK Vande Bharat Express will be extended up to Jammu Tawi with effect from March 1. The service, which was earlier operating between Srinagar and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, will now run directly between Srinagar and Jammu. Railway authorities have also revised the [] The post Direct Vande Bharat Train To Run Between Srinagar And Jammu From March 1 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
152 Dead, Nearly 21,000 Structures Damaged In 2025 Rain Fury In J&K
Jammu, Feb 24: The rain fury in Jammu and Kashmir last year claimed 152 lives, injured 179 people, damaged nearly 21,000 structures mostly residential houses while 1515 livestock perished, official data revealed. Of the total fatalities, 151 were reported from the worst-hit Jammu division and one from Kashmir valley, the data compiled by the Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Department (DMRRRD) said. Official sources said the dead included about 100 pilgrims who lost their lives in a [] The post 152 Dead, Nearly 21,000 Structures Damaged In 2025 Rain Fury In J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar Abdullah Asks J&K Students In Iran To Return; Warns Against Ignoring Govt Advisory
Srinagar, Feb 24: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday urged students from Jammu and Kashmir studying in Iran to follow the Union governments advisory and return home while commercial travel remains operational. In its latest advisory, the Embassy of India asked its citizens to leave Iran by available means of transport, including commercial flights. The advisory comes in the wake of Saturdays protests in Iran following 40-day memorials for people killed in January during anti-government rallies. I would tell them [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Asks J&K Students In Iran To Return; Warns Against Ignoring Govt Advisory appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K teachers may face compulsory retirement if TET not cleared
Srinagar: The Department of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, UT of J&K has advised the School Education Department that the in-service teachers with more than five years of service left must have to clear the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) within two years failing which they may face to quit their service or shall be liable []
JammuSrinagar direct train to begin March 1
Srinagar): In a major boost to rail connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir, direct train services between Jammu and Srinagar will commence from March 1, officials said on Tuesday. The move is expected to ease passenger travel and significantly strengthen transport links between the Jammu region and the Kashmir Valley. An official said the Vande Bharat []
Cabinet Approves Hike In Powergrids Equity Investment Threshold To Rs 7,500 Cr Per Subsidiary
New Delhi, Feb 24: The Union Cabinet on Tuesday approved a proposal to increase the equity investment threshold of public sector enterprise Powergrid from Rs 5,000 crore to Rs 7,500 crore per subsidiary to enable it to bid for capital-intensive transmission projects. The decision was taken by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, at its first meeting at the Prime Ministers new office, Seva Teerth. The CCEA has approved enhanced delegation to Powergrid [] The post Cabinet Approves Hike In Powergrids Equity Investment Threshold To Rs 7,500 Cr Per Subsidiary appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
How Enterprises Scale AI Training with GPU Clusters
Within digital infrastructure landscapes, race conditions emerge around control of machine learning frameworks. As corporate-grade algorithms grow from billion- to trillion-parameter scales, conventional processors fail under computational load. Parallel computation engines, purpose-built silicon designed for massive concurrency, now cluster in coordinated formations to handle throughput requirements. These connected setups now define organisational capacity more than mere software choice does. Advancing such configurations matters less as an option and more as a necessity shaped by market position. The Rise of Simultaneous [] The post How Enterprises Scale AI Training with GPU Clusters appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
JAMMU, Feb 24: Subordinate courts across Jammu and Kashmir are grappling with a pendency of 3,89,210 cases till January-end, with criminal matters accounting for nearly two-thirds of the total backlog and over 58,000 cases lingering between five to 30 years, official data shows. The government is actively pursuing multiple measures to tackle the persistent pendency of cases in the high court and subordinate courts of Jammu and Kashmir, alongside efforts to fill judicial vacancies, as highlighted in a recent legislative [] The post Jammu Courts Lead In Pendency Among J&K Districts With Nearly 78,000 Cases, 3.89 Lakh Pending Statewide appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt Designates JKBOSE, SSSA as Nodal Agency for TET in Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has designated the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE), State School Standards Authority (SSSA) as the Nodal Agency for conducting the Teachers Eligibility Test (TET) across the Union Territory, in compliance with the judgment of the Honble Supreme Court of India. As per Government Order No. []
Indias real GDP growth for Q3FY26 could exceed 8 per cent : SBI Report
NEW DELHI, Feb 24: SBI Research has projected that Indias real GDP growth for the third quarter of FY26 could exceed 8 per cent, with its nowcasting model estimating growth at 8.0-8.1 per cent year-on-year. As per the report, high-frequency indicators point to resilient economic activity during Q3 FY26. The report highlights strong rural consumption, supported by positive trends in farm and non-farm sectors, alongside a sustained uptick in urban consumption following the festive season. Despite global headwinds, the Indian [] The post Indias real GDP growth for Q3FY26 could exceed 8 per cent : SBI Report appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rupee declines 6 paise to settle at 90.95 against US dollar
MUMBAI, Feb 24: The rupee traded in a narrow range on Tuesday and settled 6 paise lower at 90.95 (provisional) against the US dollar amid a firm greenback and higher crude oil prices. A sharp fall in domestic equity markets and uncertainties over the India-US trade deal further pressured the local unit, while foreign fund inflows lent some support, forex traders said. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 90.91 and traded in a narrow range of 90.91-90.97 [] The post Rupee declines 6 paise to settle at 90.95 against US dollar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
AISATS to invest Rs 4,458 crore in Jewar airport projects; MoU signed on Yogis Singapore visit
SINGAPORE, Feb 24:The Uttar Pradesh Government on Sunday signed a memorandum of understanding with AISATS to invest Rs 4,458 crore in two major aviation service projects at Noida International Airport, officials said. The agreement was signed during Chief Minister Yogi Adityanaths ongoing visit to Singapore, marking a key investment outcome on the second day of the tour aimed at attracting global capital to Uttar Pradesh. Under the MoU, AISATS will develop an advanced cargo campus and a world-class air catering [] The post AISATS to invest Rs 4,458 crore in Jewar airport projects; MoU signed on Yogis Singapore visit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
European officials visit Ukraine to show support as country marks 4 years of Russias all-out war
KYIV, Feb 24: More than a dozen senior European officials arrived in the Ukrainian capital on Tuesday in a show of support on the fourth anniversary of Russias all-out invasion of Ukraine a grim anniversary in a war that has killed tens of thousands of people and put European leaders on edge about the scale of Moscows ambitions on the continent. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said his country has withstood the onslaught by Russias bigger and better equipped army, [] The post European officials visit Ukraine to show support as country marks 4 years of Russias all-out war appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
