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R&B Deptt Assigns Additional Charges To 9 Engineers
JAMMU, Dec 22: In an effort to ensure smooth administrative functioning, the Government of Jammu and Kashmirs Public Works (R&B) Department has assigned additional charges to nine engineers. See Order Copy Click Here The post R&B Deptt Assigns Additional Charges To 9 Engineers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt Fully Committed To Protecting Aravallis, Cong Spreading Lies: Bhupender Yadav
NEW DELHI, Dec 22: Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on Monday accused the Congress of spreading misinformation and lies on the issue of the new definition of the Aravallis and stressed that mining can be carried out legally in only 0.19 per cent of the area covered by the mountain range. At a press briefing, he said the Narendra Modi government remains fully committed to protecting and restoring the Aravallis. The Congress, which allowed rampant illegal mining in Rajasthan during [] The post Govt Fully Committed To Protecting Aravallis, Cong Spreading Lies: Bhupender Yadav appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ladakh Forms Executive Committee For 6th Khelo India Winter Games
Leh, Dec 22: The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has officially constituted a high-level Executive Committee to oversee the successful conduct of the 6th edition of the Khelo India Winter Games (2025-26). See Order Copy Click Here The post Ladakh Forms Executive Committee For 6th Khelo India Winter Games appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Farooq Abdullah Travels To Srinagar In Vande Bharat Train From Katra
Jammu, Dec 22: National Conference president Dr Farooq Abdullah on Monday travelled to Srinagar by the Vande Bharat train from Katra, the base camp of Mata Vaishno Devi. Abdullah arrived in Katra town, from where he took the Vande Bharat train to Srinagar, officials said. He said that the railway link between Kashmir and the rest of the country has immensely benefited the valley as it has provided an all-weather connectivity for the residents here. The train has benefitted immensely. [] The post Farooq Abdullah Travels To Srinagar In Vande Bharat Train From Katra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Amitava Chatterjee Calls On LG Ladakh Kavinder Gupta
JAMMU, Dec 22: Amitava Chatterjee, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of Jammu & Kashmir Bank, today paid a courtesy visit to the Honble Lt Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta in Jammu. During the meeting, Chatterjee briefed the Lt Governor on the banks ongoing initiatives and its commitment to strengthening banking outreach and financial inclusion in the Union Territory of Ladakh. The Lt Governor appreciated the role of J&K Bank in supporting economic growth and emphasized the importance of robust [] The post Amitava Chatterjee Calls On LG Ladakh Kavinder Gupta appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dr Jitendra Releases E-Edition Of Mulk Raj Sarafs Autobiography
JAMMU, Dec 22 : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, and Minister of State in the Prime Ministers Office, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh, today released the reprint and e-book edition of Fifty Years as a Journalist, the autobiography of veteran journalist, Lala Mulk Raj Saraf, described by some as the Father of Journalism in Jammu & Kashmir. The book has been published by Jamna Devi Gian [] The post Dr Jitendra Releases E-Edition Of Mulk Raj Sarafs Autobiography appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar Abdullah Releases Samnvay, Coffee-Table Book Chronicling J&Ks Digital Transformation
JAMMU, Dec 22: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today released a coffee-table book titled Samnvay, which showcases the digital transformative journey of Jammu and Kashmir and documents the key projects and technological contributions of the Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-informatics (BISAG-N) in J&K. The launch event was attended by Minister for Science & Technology and Information Technology Satish Sharma; Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani; Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo; Additional Chief Secretary, Higher Education Department Shantmanu; [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Releases Samnvay, Coffee-Table Book Chronicling J&Ks Digital Transformation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir: Old Mortar Shell Found, Destroyed
SRINAGAR: Police on Monday recovered an old rusted mortar shell from near the premises of Police Station Kalakote in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. Official sources said that the Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) was immediately called to the spot. After sanitising and thoroughly checking the area, the shell was safely destroyed. No []
eNAM 2.0 teething troubles likely to be fixed by mid-Jan: Agri secy Devesh Chaturvedi
NEW DELHI, Dec 22: The National Agriculture Market (eNAM) 2.0 launched on a pilot basis in Tamil Nadu and Rajasthan in November is facing teething problems, which are likely to be fixed by mid-January, agriculture secretary Devesh Chaturvedi said. New professionals are being roped in to address the technical glitches, Chaturvedi said. We are having teething problems. We are improving it. We hope that by mid-January, we will launch it on a full scale, Chaturvedi told PTI. [] The post eNAM 2.0 teething troubles likely to be fixed by mid-Jan: Agri secy Devesh Chaturvedi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Tata Groups Taj debuts in Cairo with 300-room hotel
NEW DELHI, Dec 22:Tata group hospitality firm Indian Hotels Company Ltd on Monday announced the signing of a Taj hotel in Cairo, marking the brands debut in Egypt. The 300-key Taj Cairo will be located at Opera Square, in the heart of the capital and will offer an all-day dining, specialty restaurants, wellness facilities as well as banqueting spaces for corporate meetings and social gatherings, Indian Hotels Company Ltd (IHCL) said in a statement. Debuting the iconic Taj brand in [] The post Tata Groups Taj debuts in Cairo with 300-room hotel appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Apples Take Centre Stage as India-New Zealand FTA Cuts Import Duty by Half Under Quota
SRINAGAR: Apples have emerged as the headline agricultural gain in the newly concluded India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement, with New Zealand becoming the first country to secure preferential access for apple exports into the Indian market. Under the agreement, India will cut the import duty on New Zealand apples from 50 per cent to 25 []
Evaluating the Best CDMOs in India: Capacity, Compliance, Technology, and Global Delivery
India has become a leading pharma outsourcing hub, where top CDMOs stand out through compliance, capacity, technology, and global delivery capabilities. India has rapidly emerged as one of the worlds strongest pharmaceutical outsourcing hubs, attracting global companies seeking reliable manufacturing, research support, and regulatory-ready solutions. As this shift accelerates, choosing the best CDMO in IndiaContract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO full form)requires a clear understanding of what truly differentiates leading players from the rest. Today, the top CDMO companies in [] The post Evaluating the Best CDMOs in India: Capacity, Compliance, Technology, and Global Delivery appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Police Attach Rs 1.20 Crore Property Of Drug Peddler In Udhampur
Jammu, Dec 22: The Jammu and Kashmir Police on Monday said it has attached movable and immovable properties worth Rs 1.20 crore belonging to an inter-district drug peddler in Udhampur district. In a statement issued here, the police said that in a major crackdown on drug trafficking, Udhampur Police attached properties worth approximately Rs 1.20 crore under Section 68(F) of the NDPS Act in connection with FIR No. 117/2025 registered under Sections 8, 21 and 22 of the NDPS Act [] The post J&K Police Attach Rs 1.20 Crore Property Of Drug Peddler In Udhampur appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Instamart order analysis: From iPhone 17s to Rs 10 buys, how users shopped in 2025
NEW DELHI, Dec 22: From a tiny Rs 10 order for a printout in Bengaluru to a Hyderabadi splurging Rs 4.3 lakh on iPhones, Instamarts 2025 annual order analysis report on Monday unveiled insights on purchases by users on the platform, with Tier-II cities like Rajkot and Ludhiana recording a multi-fold jump in quick-commerce orders placed through the platform. Instamarts top spender clocked Rs 22 lakh in 2025, while a Mumbaikar bought gold worth Rs 15.16 lakh on the [] The post Instamart order analysis: From iPhone 17s to Rs 10 buys, how users shopped in 2025 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India, Canada to soon start talks for terms of reference for trade pact: Goyal
NEW DELHI, Dec 22: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday said India and Canada are soon to start discussions on the Terms of Reference (ToR) to formally start negotiations for a free trade agreement. The two countries were earlier negotiating a trade pact but it was paused by Canada in 2023. We are soon going to launch discussions for the terms of reference with Canada also, Goyal said here, talking to the media about the conclusion of [] The post India, Canada to soon start talks for terms of reference for trade pact: Goyal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Police Attach Residential House in NDPS Case in Srinagar
SRINAGAR: Police Station Rainawari on Monday attached the property of Muhammad Shafi Bota, son of Muhammad Safdar, a local resident of Sultan Mohalla, Rangerstop, Nigeen. Officials said the action was carried out under legal provisions related to an ongoing narcotics case. The attached property comprises a two storey residential house constructed on 12 marlas of []
Ayurvedic institutions can play vital role in strengthening Indias health vision: Ayush minister
New Delhi, Dec 22: Institutions of traditional systems of medicine such as Ayurveda working together with modern medicine can play an important role in strengthening Indias health vision, Union Ayush Minister Prataprao Jadhav said. He said this at the Padmabhushan Dr PK Warrier Memorial Ayurveda Seminar event at the India International Centre, Delhi. The Ministry of Ayush is continuously striving to ensure that all traditional systems of medicine, including Ayurveda, work together with modern medicine to play a significant role [] The post Ayurvedic institutions can play vital role in strengthening Indias health vision: Ayush minister appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Three Black Bears Rescued Alive, Released in South Kashmir
SRINAGAR: The Wildlife Control Room Achabal of Bringi Valley Range on Monday successfully captured three black bears alive from the Shangus Nowgam area of south Kashmirs Anantnag district, officials said. The cage was installed at the direction of the Wildlife Warden South and the Range Officer Bringi Valley after repeated reports were received about frequent []
Dense Fog Cancels 110 Flights at Delhi Airport, Over 200 Delayed
SRINAGAR: Dense fog at Delhis Indira Gandhi International Airport led to the cancellation of 110 flights and delays for over 200 services on Monday, disrupting travel across northern India amid winter weather woes. NDTV reported that 59 arrivals and 51 departures were axed due to low visibility, with an average delay of 26 minutes for []
Terrorism, All Other Criminal Activities Under Strict Vigil Of J&K Police: DGP Nalin Prabhat
JAMMU, Dec 22: Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat said on Monday that terrorism and all other forms of criminal activities will always remain under the strict vigil of the UTs police force. Inaugurating the 14th police martyrs memorial T20 cricket tournament 2025-2026 in Kathua, the DGP said that whether it is drugs, gangsters, mafia or any other kind of crime, especially terrorism, everything will remain in the sight of the police gun. He said that [] The post Terrorism, All Other Criminal Activities Under Strict Vigil Of J&K Police: DGP Nalin Prabhat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
National Herald case: Delhi HC seeks Gandhis reply on ED plea against trial court order
NEW DELHI, Dec 22: The Delhi High Court on Monday asked Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and others to respond to a plea by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) challenging a trial court order refusing to take cognisance of its chargesheet against them in the National Herald case. Justice Ravinder Dudeja issued notice to the Gandhis and others on the main petition as well as on the EDs application seeking a stay on the December 16 trial court order, [] The post National Herald case: Delhi HC seeks Gandhis reply on ED plea against trial court order appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Modi Govt leaving no opportunity to loot public: Kharge
NEW DELHI, Dec 22: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Monday said the Modi Government is leaving no opportunity to loot the common people, claiming that it has raised rail fare for the second time in one year ahead of the Union budget. The Railway Ministry on Sunday announced a hike in train ticket prices by 1 paise per km for ordinary class beyond a journey of 215 km, and 2 paise per km for non-AC classes of mail/express trains [] The post Modi Govt leaving no opportunity to loot public: Kharge appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Heat, humidity due to climate change could increase stunting in South Asias children by 2050: Study
NEW DELHI, Dec 22: Hot and humid conditions driven by climate change could increase cases of stunting in South Asias children by over three million by 2050, a study has estimated. Researchers at the US University of California Santa Barbara looked at how exposure to extremely hot, humid conditions during pregnancy can impact childrens health in the populous continent. Height-for-age a commonly-used indicator of chronic health status for children aged under five was analysed. It is the [] The post Heat, humidity due to climate change could increase stunting in South Asias children by 2050: Study appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Plea in SC seeks to restrain PM from offering chadar at Ajmer Sharif Dargah
NEW DELHI, Dec 22: A plea has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking directions to restrain Prime Minister Narendra Modi from offering a ceremonial chadar at the Ajmer Sharif Dargah. The matter was mentioned before a vacation bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi. No listing today, the bench said. The top court asked advocate Barun Sinha, appearing for petitioners Jitender Singh and others, to approach the Registry. It is submitted that [] The post Plea in SC seeks to restrain PM from offering chadar at Ajmer Sharif Dargah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
WSJs parent firm on trial in Hong Kong, accused of dismissing reporter over union role
HONG KONG, Dec 22: A former Hong Kong reporter at the Wall Street Journal began testifying Monday against the newspaper she accused of terminating her due to her union activities in a trial a closely watched case that has raised concerns about press freedom in the city. Former WSJ reporter Selina Cheng, also chairperson of the trade union Hong Kong Journalists Association, launched a private prosecution against her ex-employer, Dow Jones Publishing Co. (Asia) Inc., the parent company [] The post WSJs parent firm on trial in Hong Kong, accused of dismissing reporter over union role appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Japans new flagship H3 rocket fails to put geolocation satellite into orbit
TOKYO, Dec 22: Japans space agency said its H3 rocket carrying a navigation satellite failed to put the payload into a planned orbit, a setback for the countrys new flagship rocket and its space launch program. Mondays failure is the second for Japans new flagship rocket after its botched 2023 debut flight and six successful flights. The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency said the H3 rocket carrying the Michibiki 5 satellite took off from the Tanegashima Space Center on a [] The post Japans new flagship H3 rocket fails to put geolocation satellite into orbit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Unidentified gunmen kill one, injures two in Pak checkpost attack
PESHAWAR, Dec 22: Unidentified gunmen killed one policeman and injured two after they attacked a checkpost in Pakistans northwest restive Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The attack took place on Sunday, officials said. The armed assailants opened fire on the Qazi Talab checkpost, located within the limits of the City Police Station of Hangu district. According to police, constable Ali Raza succumbed to his injuries in the attack. The other two injured in the attack have been shifted to DHQ Hospital for [] The post Unidentified gunmen kill one, injures two in Pak checkpost attack appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Russian general killed by bomb under his car
MOSCOW, Dec 22: A Russian general was killed Monday morning after an explosive device detonated underneath his car in Moscow, and investigators said Ukraine could be behind the attack, the third such killing of a senior military officer in a year. Lt. Gen. Fanil Sarvarov, head of the Operational Training Directorate of the Russian Armed Forces General Staff, died from his injuries, said Svetlana Petrenko, the spokesperson for Russias Investigative Committee, the nations top criminal investigation agency. Investigators are [] The post Russian general killed by bomb under his car appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Police, CRPF Conduct Anti-Sabotage Checks in Srinagar Market
SRINAGAR: Srinagar Police on Monday carried out a surprise search operation in Maharaja Bazar and adjoining localities of Srinagar as part of a security inspection in the busy commercial zone. The operation was supported by Central Reserve Police Force personnel and included anti-sabotage checks with sniffer dogs. Officials said the teams searched several shops, shopping []
Russian Lieutenant General Killed in Car Bomb Blast in Moscow
MOSCOW, Dec 22: A Russian lieutenant general was killed on Monday after a car bomb exploded in Moscow, Russias Investigative Committee said, raising fresh concerns over targeted attacks on senior military officials. Lt. Gen. Fanil Sarvarov, head of the Operational Training Directorate of the Russian Armed Forces General Staff, succumbed to his injuries following the [] The post Russian Lieutenant General Killed in Car Bomb Blast in Moscow appeared first on Northlines .
Search Operation Widened To Track Down Terrorists Hiding In Forest Belt In J&Ks Udhampur
Jammu, Dec 22: Security forces widened the area of the search operation to track down terrorists hiding in the forest belt of Jammu and Kashmirs Udhampur district on Monday, officials said. The cordon and search operation, which entered its second day, was launched in the Majalta forests after two terrorists reportedly took food from a house before escaping into the nearby forest area, officials said on Sunday. The area of the cordon and search operation, backed by sniffer dogs and [] The post Search Operation Widened To Track Down Terrorists Hiding In Forest Belt In J&Ks Udhampur appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Terrorism, drug mafia will always remain under our gun sight: J&K Police Chief
Kathua: Jammu and Kashmir Police Chief Nalin Prabhat on Monday said that terrorism and all other forms of crime will always remain under the strict vigil of the police force. Addressing a gathering in Kathua, DGP Prabhat, said that whether it is drugs, gangsters, mafia or any other kind of crime, especially terrorism, everything will []
AIMSA Urges PM Modi to Intervene for Safety of Indian Medical Students in Bangladesh
SRINAGAR: The All India Medical Students Association has sought urgent intervention from Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ensure the safety and well-being of Indian medical students reportedly stranded in Bangladesh amid what it described as unsafe and uncertain conditions. In a detailed representation addressed to the Prime Minister, AIMSA said it has been receiving alarming []
Govt Orders Transfers, Postings of JKAS Officers
JAMMU, Dec 22: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Monday ordered the transfer and posting of several JKAS officers in the interest of administration, according to an official order issued by the General Administration Department (GAD). As per Government Order No. 1934-JK(GAD) of 2025, Mr. Lal Chand, JKAS, Deputy Commissioner (South), Jammu Municipal Corporation, has [] The post Govt Orders Transfers, Postings of JKAS Officers appeared first on Northlines .
J&K: Search Operations Conducted Near Bakshi Stadium Ahead of Republic Day
Srinagar, Dec 22: Security forces on Sunday carried out searches in areas surrounding Bakshi Stadium, the main venue for Republic Day celebrations in Kashmir, officials said. The searches were conducted in the densely populated commercial and residential areas of Amirakadal and Maharaja Bazaar, located close to the stadium. Sniffer dogs and metal detectors were deployed [] The post J&K: Search Operations Conducted Near Bakshi Stadium Ahead of Republic Day appeared first on Northlines .
She Traded a Home for Hashtags, and Lost Everything
by Syed Majid Gilani A marriage collapses as emotional neglect, misread freedom, and social media influence replace dialogue, leaving regret, isolation, and children as silent casualties. Mehr never imagined that silence could be so loud. Once, her world was full of familiar sounds: the clink of morning cups, children racing through the house, shared meals, []
4 JKAS Officers Transferred, Posted
Jammu, Dec 22: In a minor administrative rejig, the government has ordered the transfers and postings of 4 Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Service (JKAS) officers, with immediate effect. See Order Copy Click Here. The post 4 JKAS Officers Transferred, Posted appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
School Picnic Permissions Cancelled in Jammu Amid Adverse Weather
Jammu, Dec 22: In view of prevailing adverse weather conditions and concerns over student safety, the Chief Education Officer (CEO) Jammu on Monday cancelled all previously granted permissions for school picnics scheduled from December 22 onwards, officials said. According to a notice issued by the Office of the CEO Jammu, all permissions granted to government [] The post School Picnic Permissions Cancelled in Jammu Amid Adverse Weather appeared first on Northlines .
Searches Underway In Areas Near Kashmirs Bakshi Stadium
Srinagar, Dec 22: Security forces carried out searches in areas located near the Bakshi Stadium here, which is set to be the main venue for the Republic Day celebrations in Kashmir, officials said. Sniffer dogs and metal detectors were pressed into service to look for any explosives or arms, and ammunition in some residential units of the densely populated business areas of Amirakadal and the Maharaja Bazaar. So far, security forces have not found anything suspicious during the searches, officials [] The post Searches Underway In Areas Near Kashmirs Bakshi Stadium appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Russian general killed by bomb under his car in Moscow
MOSCOW: A Russian general was killed on Monday morning after an explosive device detonated underneath his car in southern Moscow, investigators said. Lt. Gen. Fanil Sarvarov, head of the Operational Training Directorate of the Russian Armed Forces General Staff, died from his injuries, Svetlana Petrenko, official spokesperson for Russias Investigative Committee, said. Investigators are pursuing []
70 Years Between Moscow and Washington
Indias Long Walk on a Diplomatic Tightrope B S Dara Seventy years in diplomacy is more than a measure of time. It is a long season in which loyalties are weighed, suspicions resurface, and accumulated decisions gradually harden into enduring strategic habits. Indias dealings with the major powers have rarely followed a straight or predictable path. They have shifted with circumstance, pressure, and opportunity. Yet through decades of uncertainty and adjustment, one conclusion has steadily emerged. Indias endurance in global [] The post 70 Years Between Moscow and Washington appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Govt Forms Committee to Finalize Inputs for MHA
JAMMU, Dec 22: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has constituted a high-level committee to finalise inputs and comments for submission to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Government of India, officials said on Monday. The committee will examine and consolidate actionable points arising from the Prime Ministers interaction with Secretaries to the Government of India [] The post J&K Govt Forms Committee to Finalize Inputs for MHA appeared first on Northlines .
School Picnic Permissions Cancelled In Jammu Due To Bad Weather
Jammu, Dec 22: Citing adverse weather conditions and concerns over student safety, the Chief Education Officer (CEO) Jammu on Monday cancelled all previously granted permissions for school picnics scheduled from December 22 onwards, officials said. As per a notice issued by the Office of the Chief Education Officer, Jammu, In view of prevailing adverse weather conditions, the Chief Education Officer (CEO) Jammu has cancelled all permissions granted to government and private recognised schools for picnics scheduled from December 22 onwards. [] The post School Picnic Permissions Cancelled In Jammu Due To Bad Weather appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kashmir Sees Rise In Night Temperatures; More Snow, Rain Likely In Next 12 Hrs
Srinagar, Dec 22: Recent precipitation across Kashmir has led to a rise in night temperatures and a dip in day temperatures, with the Meteorological Department forecasting another spell of snow or rain over the next 12 hours. The minimum temperature in Srinagar on Sunday night was recorded at 4.0 degrees Celsius, which is 6.4 degrees above the seasonal normal, an official with the department said. On contrary, the maximum temperature on Sunday settled at 6.0 degrees Celsius, 3.4 degrees below [] The post Kashmir Sees Rise In Night Temperatures; More Snow, Rain Likely In Next 12 Hrs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Govt Constitutes Committee To Finalise Inputs For MHA
JAMMU, Dec 22: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has constituted a high-level committee to finalise inputs and comments to be submitted to the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, on actionable points arising from the Prime Ministers interaction with Secretaries to the Government of India held on 6 October 2025. See Order Copy Click Here. The post J&K Govt Constitutes Committee To Finalise Inputs For MHA appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
FMCG industry looks for high-single-digit volume growth in 2026 with better margins
NEW DELHI, Dec 22: Expecting 2026 to be a favourable year, with policy tailwinds as tax reliefs and GST reforms, along with benign commodities, the Indian FMCG industry looks for a high single-digit volume growth, improvement in margins and comeback of the urban demand, which is a vector of growth. Benign inflation will help expand gross margins, enabling companies to invest more in advertising, the lifeblood of FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods). However, the companies also need to rethink their media [] The post FMCG industry looks for high-single-digit volume growth in 2026 with better margins appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar Abdullah Chairs Cabinet Meet to Review Projects, Clear Key Proposals
JAMMU, Dec 22: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday chaired a Cabinet meeting here to review ongoing projects and discuss several key administrative and developmental matters. Sources said the meeting focused on assessing the progress of major works being executed by different departments and clearing time-bound proposals related to governance and public welfare. Measures [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Chairs Cabinet Meet to Review Projects, Clear Key Proposals appeared first on Northlines .
Eye on USD 500 bn by 2047, pharma sector steps into 2026 with innovation on agenda
NEW DELHI, Dec 22: Indias pharmaceutical industry is stepping into 2026, marking the beginning of a critical five-year period to build the required ecosystem to establish itself as an innovation hub in its bid to become a USD 500 billion sector by 2047, amid near-term challenges of tariff fluctuations and global trade realignments. The predominantly generic medicines-driven domestic drug industry, which has grown from USD 3 billion to USD 60 billion in size over the past 25 years, is shifting [] The post Eye on USD 500 bn by 2047, pharma sector steps into 2026 with innovation on agenda appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Chairs Cabinet Meeting In Jammu, Reviews Key Administrative And Developmental Matters
JAMMU, Dec 22: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday chaired a Cabinet meeting in Jammu where several important administrative and developmental matters were placed for discussion. Sources said that the meeting focused on reviewing ongoing projects and clearing time-bound proposals related to governance and public welfare. According to official inputs, the meeting assessed the status of major works underway across different departments and explored measures to expedite schemes facing delays. The Cabinet also discussed administrative approvals required for upcoming initiatives [] The post CM Chairs Cabinet Meeting In Jammu, Reviews Key Administrative And Developmental Matters appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Registry Will Scrutinise Urgent Cases And List Accordingly: CJI To Lawyers
New Delhi, Dec 22: Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant on Monday asked lawyers to approach the Supreme Court Registry for urgent hearing of cases which will scrutinise the reasons and list the matter accordingly. The CJI made three observations while sitting in a special vacation bench with Justice Joymalya Bagchi to hear some urgent matters that require immediate judicial intervention. As the bench commenced hearing of the cases, lawyers started mentioning cases for urgent hearing. Instead of mentioning, [] The post Registry Will Scrutinise Urgent Cases And List Accordingly: CJI To Lawyers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India Is a Hindu Rashtra, No Constitutional Approval Needed: RSS Chief Bhagwat
New Delhi/Kolkata, Dec 22: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday said that India is a Hindu Rashtra and does not require constitutional approval for it, asserting that it is a factual reality. He made the remarks while addressing a programme at Science City auditorium in Kolkata. Expressing concern over the condition of [] The post India Is a Hindu Rashtra, No Constitutional Approval Needed: RSS Chief Bhagwat appeared first on Northlines .
Mumbai-Bound Air India Flight Returns to Delhi Following Engine Snag
New Delhi, Dec 22: A Mumbai-bound Air India Boeing 777 aircraft returned to Delhi on Monday morning after developing a technical issue in its right engine, sources said. The aircraft, operating flight AI887 and carrying around 335 passengers, remained airborne for nearly an hour before making an air turn-back and landing safely at the national [] The post Mumbai-Bound Air India Flight Returns to Delhi Following Engine Snag appeared first on Northlines .
Dense Fog Prompts Traffic Advisory in Rural Jammu, Motorists Urged to Exercise Caution
Jammu, Dec 22: Amid dense fog persisting across several areas over the past two days, Traffic Police Rural Jammu on Saturday issued a comprehensive traffic advisory, warning commuters of poor visibility and an increased risk of road accidents and congestion. According to the advisory issued by SSP Traffic Rural Jammu, motorists have been advised to [] The post Dense Fog Prompts Traffic Advisory in Rural Jammu, Motorists Urged to Exercise Caution appeared first on Northlines .
Light Rain, Snow Likely in Parts of J&K Till Tuesday Morning: Weatherman
Srinagar, Dec 22: Light rain or snowfall is likely in parts of Jammu and Kashmir till Tuesday morning as a weak Western Disturbance may affect the region, the weatherman said on Monday. The Meteorological Department said the main weather system has already moved out, but the influence of another Western Disturbance could bring light precipitation [] The post Light Rain, Snow Likely in Parts of J&K Till Tuesday Morning: Weatherman appeared first on Northlines .
Passenger Bus Crash in Indonesia Kills 16, Leaves 18 Injured
SRINAGAR: A passenger bus crash on Indonesias main island of Java has killed at least 16 people, with officials reporting 18 others injured, many critically. Millennium Post cited search and rescue chief Budiono, who confirmed the inter-province bus carrying 34 passengers lost control on a toll road near Semarang, striking a concrete barrier before overturning []
Resolving differences among warring groups in Manipur will take time: Bhagwat
KOLKATA: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said it would take time to resolve differences among warring sides in ethnic strife-torn Manipur, exuding confidence that peace will ultimately prevail in the northeastern state. Bhagwat, who recently visited Manipur, said he had held talks with all tribal and social leaders as well as youth representatives of the state. []
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Light Rain/Snow Possible In Parts Of J&K Untill Tuesday Morning: Weatherman
Srinagar, Dec 22: The weatherman on Monday said that Light rain snowfall is likely in parts of Jammu and Kashmir till Tuesday morning as another weak Western Disturbance may affect the region. The recent weather pattern across Jammu and Kashmir has largely remained in line with expectations, with no snowfall recorded in the plains due to relatively higher temperatures. Keng said that the main weather system has already moved out of the region. However, due to the influence of another [] The post Light Rain/Snow Possible In Parts Of J&K Untill Tuesday Morning: Weatherman appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Cabinet, chaired by CM Omar Abdullah, is scheduled to meet on Monday to take key policy decisions, including approval of a land allotment policy for flood-affected families and a proposed Rs 118 crore financial infusion for cooperative banks, official sources said. The Cabinet meeting will be held at the Civil []
No Snowfall in Plains as Major Western Disturbance Moves Out of Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir witnessed largely dry weather conditions on Saturday, with no snowfall reported in the plains, in line with earlier forecasts, as relatively higher temperatures prevented snow formation at lower elevations. Weather observers said the major Western Disturbance that influenced the region over the past few days has largely moved out, significantly reducing []
Kashmir: SP College Lab Wins Rs 1 Crore-Plus ANRF Grant in Rare Translational Research Success
SRINAGAR: In a significant boost to biomedical research in Kashmir, the Molecular Virology Laboratory at Sri Pratap College, under Cluster University Srinagar, has secured research funding exceeding Rs 1 crore from the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), one of Indias most competitive national funding bodies. The grant has been approved under ANRFs Advanced Research Grant []
MNS alliance call in 2-3 days, efforts on to convince Cong on united anti-BJP fight: Sena (UBT)
MUMBAI: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anil Parab on Sunday said that the announcement on the alliance between his party and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena could be made any moment. According to his party colleague Sanjay Raut, it can happen in two to three days. Speaking to reporters, Parab said the people of Mumbai have always backed []
11 flights cancelled at Srinagar airport
Srinagar: At least 11 flights were cancelled on Sunday at Srinagar International Airport, following snowfall in the upper reaches and rainfall in the plains of the valley, officials said. An official of the Airport Authority of India (AAI) told PTI, We had 11 flights cancelled today at Srinagar airport due to bad weather. Additionally, two []
First-ever FCI foodgrain freight train reaches Anantnag
Srinagar: In a major milestone for rail-based logistics in the Kashmir Valley, the first-ever foodgrain freight train of the Food Corporation of India (FCI) reached the Anantnag Goods Terminal today, formally integrating the region with the national freight rail network. The freight rake, carrying approximately 1,384 tonnes of foodgrains loaded in wagons, was dispatched from []
Will benefit people, enterprises, infra projects: LG
Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has congratulated the Indian Railways after first-ever foodgrain freight train reached Kashmir valley carrying approximately 1384 tonnes of rice. The LG said this is undoubtedly a very memorable occasion and realises our long-cherished dream of connecting the Kashmir region to the national freight network. He observed that the movement of []
Kashmiri shawl seller forced to chant Bharat Mata Ki Jai in Himachal: JKSA
Demands FIR, seeks CM Sukhus intervention Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Sunday strongly condemned the alleged harassment of a Kashmiri shawl seller in the Dera area of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, where he was allegedly forced to chant Bharat Mata Ki Jai, threatened with eviction, and asked to leave the []
Science Diplomacy: Iranian experts visit SKUAST-K to collaborate on revolutionising saffron industry
High-level delegation from Iran to focus on global market enhancement of Kashmirs prized saffron Srinagar: In a landmark development for the global agricultural landscape, a high-level delegation of scientists and policy experts from Iran arrived at the Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) on Sunday to begin a high-stakes study tour []
VB-GRAMG Bill, which will replace MNREGA, gets Presidents assent
NEW DELHI: President Droupadi Murmu has given assent to the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill, 2025, an official said on Sunday. The Rural Development Ministry official said the development marks a significant milestone in the transformation of rural jobs policy. The new VB G RAM G Act, []
Hike in train fares: Ordinary, AC class tickets set to cost more
New Delhi: The Railway Ministry has on Sunday announced a hike in train tickets by 1 paise per km for ordinary class beyond a journey of 215 km, and 2 paise per km for non-AC classes of mail/express trains and AC classes of all trains. The new rates will be effective from December 26, 2025. []
CBK files chargesheet against 5 revenue officials in land fraud case
Srinagar: The Economic Offences Wing of Crime Branch Kashmir (CBK) has filed a chargesheet in FIR No. 08/2021 under Sections 420, 467, 468, 471, 120-B RPC read with Section 5(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act before the Court of Special Judge Anti-Corruption, Srinagar, against five accused persons, including four senior revenue officials. The accused []
SMVDU faculty presents Matan Landscape Revival Project at DAAM workshop
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 21: Faculty of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University presented report on the modification and landscaping of Chaka Nadi Ghat, Martand, Matan, Kashmir, during technical session of a workshop, organized by the Directorate of Archaeology, Archives and Museums (DAAM). Abhiney Gupta, Head, SoALD, and Navin Gupta, Associate Head, SoALD, shared their professional and academic insights related to heritage conservation, site-responsive design, and DPR preparation. They highlighted how direct engagement with the site helps designers understand topography, natural [] The post SMVDU faculty presents Matan Landscape Revival Project at DAAM workshop appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute holds heart check-up camp
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 21: Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, Okhla Road, New Delhi conducted a free heart check-up camp at Gurudwara Tapo Asthan, Akhnoor today. The camp was led by Dr Swati Mahajan (MD, DM Cardiology), Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute. During the camp, more than 100 patients with heart-related concerns were screened and examined. Comprehensive health services including blood sugar testing, ECG, blood pressure check-ups, medical consultation, and free medicines were provided to all attendees. [] The post Fortis Escorts Heart Institute holds heart check-up camp appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CCBL launches Share Capital Mobilisation drive
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 21: Aimed at apprising the staff and management members about the latest developments, initiatives and future roadmap of the bank, the Citizens Cooperative Bank Ltd. (CCBL) organised a one-day interactive session, here today. The session witnessed participation of Members of the Board of Directors, Board of Management and the Advisory Committee. During the session, the management resolved to initiate a share capital mobilisation campaign in Jammu to further strengthen the capital adequacy of the bank and [] The post CCBL launches Share Capital Mobilisation drive appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Environment protection to entrepreneurship, EVs driving Indias Next Growth Story: Dr Jitendra
Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Dec 21: During his visit today to the Electric Vehicle (EV) Expo at Bharat Mandapam here, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences and Minister of State in the PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh observed that from environment protection to employment creation, EVs are driving Indias Next Growth Story. The Minister also interacted with exhibitors and reviewed a wide range of electric mobility solutions [] The post Environment protection to entrepreneurship, EVs driving Indias Next Growth Story: Dr Jitendra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cong holds protest against BJP move to repeal MGNREGA
*Party workers clash with police in Jammu, Srinagar Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU/SRINAGAR, Dec 21: The Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee today held strong protest at Srinagar and Jammu against the deliberate step by introducing a bill to repeal Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act popularly known as MGNREGA in which hundreds of party workers participated and condemned the BJP Govt for trying to erase Mahatma Gandhis name from the Act. A minor scuffle took place between Congress activists and [] The post Cong holds protest against BJP move to repeal MGNREGA appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Role of Mother Tongue in Mental Health and Human
Dr Tarseem Kumar rainatarseem.ar@gmail.com With regard to language, it is believed that each language has a different way of looking at the world. Each language has specific sources of knowledge that other languages do not have. Therefore, it is important that each language is preserved so that the knowledge contained in those languages can be protected. Preservation of languages is also necessary for the creation of a good society, because if a person is taken away from his mother tongue, [] The post Role of Mother Tongue in Mental Health and Human appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Swadeshi is the foundation of Viksit Bharat 2047: Sat Sharma
Excelsior Correspondent SAMBA, Dec 21: BJP organized a massive Karyakarta Samelan under the Atmanirbhar Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan at Urban Farm, Sarore reaffirming the BJPs unwavering commitment to Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision of a self-reliant and developed India. BJP Jammu and Kashmir president and Rajya Sabha MP, Sat Sharma, was the chief guest in the programme, which was organized by Partys Vijaypur constituency. It underscored the spirit of Swadeshi as a national mission, with a strong push for Assembly-level Swadeshi [] The post Swadeshi is the foundation of Viksit Bharat 2047: Sat Sharma appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Muftis alliance with BJP was misunderstood: Mehbooba
NC fails to make any difference in J&K Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 21: Former Chief Minister and PDP president Mehbooba Mufti today said that her late father, Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, was misunderstood by the people for his forming an alliance Government with the BJP during 2015. CLICK HERE TO WATCH VIDEO She said Late Muftis decision to join hands with the BJP was taken in the larger interest of the people from Kashmir and Jammu region. She was speaking at [] The post Muftis alliance with BJP was misunderstood: Mehbooba appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
2 more arrested over Hindu mans lynching in Bangladesh; 12 held so far
DHAKA, Dec 21: Two more persons were arrested on Sunday in connection with the lynching of a Hindu man in Bangladesh, according to a media report. With the latest arrests, 12 people have been held for their alleged involvement in the murder, The Daily Star newspaper reported, quoting police and Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) sources. Dipu Chandra Das, a 25-year-old garment factory worker, was lynched to death by a mob and his body set on fire over alleged blasphemy in [] The post 2 more arrested over Hindu mans lynching in Bangladesh; 12 held so far appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Musk becomes first person ever with fortune over USD 700Bln: Reports
WASHINGTON, Dec 21: US businessman Elon Musk has become the first person in history whose net worth has surpassed USD 700 billion, Forbes magazine reported. Musks fortune increased after the Delaware Supreme Court overturned a lower courts ruling invalidating Musks 2018 Tesla stock option package, now valued at USD 139 billion. Forbes estimates that after successfully appealing this ruling, Musks net worth has reached a record USD 749 billion, the magazine said. Forbes previously named Musk the first person with [] The post Musk becomes first person ever with fortune over USD 700Bln: Reports appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jemimah stars in Indias comprehensive eight-wicket win against SL
VISAKHAPATNAM, Dec 21: Jemimah Rodrigues executed her shots with great skill and style en route to a scintillating, unbeaten 44-ball 69 as India crushed Sri Lanka by eight wickets in the first Womens T20 International here on Sunday. Opting to field, India restricted Sri Lanka to a modest 121 for six after the visiting batters struggled to put away the loose balls, even as dew made its presence felt earlier than expected. India completed the chase of 122 with as [] The post Jemimah stars in Indias comprehensive eight-wicket win against SL appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NEW DELHI, Dec 21 : India on Sunday trashed as misleading propaganda media reports in Bangladesh that a demonstration outside Bangladeshs mission in New Delhi against the killing of a Hindu man in that country attempted to create a security situation. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said about 20-25 youths gathered in front of the Bangladesh high commission on Saturday and raised slogans in protest against the horrendous killing of Dipu Chandra Das in Bangladeshs Mymensingh. It said the [] The post Misleading propaganda: India slams Bangladeshi media reports on protest outside Dhakas mission in Delhi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Titan expects Watch biz to cross billion-dollar sales mark in next 2 yrs, focus on premiumisation
NEW DELHI, Dec 21: Leading watch and jewellery maker Titan is very bullish for its watch business, which is expected to touch the USD 1 billion sales mark in the next two years, led by factors such as premiumisation, retail footprint expansion and growth of the international business division, a top company official said. Titan recorded a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 16 per cent in the last four to five years, and it is focusing on the [] The post Titan expects Watch biz to cross billion-dollar sales mark in next 2 yrs, focus on premiumisation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dhaka Universitys Bangabandhu Hall renamed Osman Hadi Hall
DHAKA, Dec 21: The Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Hall at the Dhaka University has been renamed in memory of Sharif Osman Hadi, a prominent youth leader who was part of the July Uprising that toppled Sheikh Hasinas government in Bangladesh last year, local media said Sunday. Hadi died on Thursday, six days after he was shot in the head in the capital. The hall union, a students body, erased the nameplate at the main gate and replaced it with [] The post Dhaka Universitys Bangabandhu Hall renamed Osman Hadi Hall appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sitharaman emphasises on simplifying governance frameworks for Viksit Bharat
VIJAYNAGARA (Karnataka), Dec 21: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday underscored the need to strengthen Indias financing architecture, simplifying governance frameworks and harnessing artificial intelligence to accelerate the countrys transition towards a developed nation. The minister chaired a Chintan Shivir of the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Corporate Affairs in Vijayanagara district in Karnataka. The day-long deliberations focused on aligning policy thinking with the vision of Viksit Bharat, with senior officials brainstorming reforms to deepen financial markets, [] The post Sitharaman emphasises on simplifying governance frameworks for Viksit Bharat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Abundant intelligence, skilling safeguard to shape AI future: Microsoft India head
NEW DELHI, Dec 21: Unmetered intelligence, human-supervised `digital colleagues and continuous skilling as the key safeguard amid big shifts will shape an AI-rewired future, Puneet Chandok, President, Microsoft India and South Asia has said outlining his top predictions. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella during his visit to India earlier this month had announced plans to invest USD 17.5 billion here to help build infrastructure and sovereign capabilities for the countrys AI-first future the bold commitment marking the tech giants largest [] The post Abundant intelligence, skilling safeguard to shape AI future: Microsoft India head appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DUBAI, Dec 21: India faltered against the big-hitting Sameer Minhas and the extra zip of pacers, suffering a massive 191-run defeat against Pakistan in a one-sided 50-over Under-19 Asia Cup final, here Sunday. Pakistan lifted their second U19 Asia Cup, and as it is the norm now, there was no formal greetings between the players of two teams. Once Pakistan posted a mammoth 347 for eight, riding on Minhas 172 (113b, 174, 96) they needed a lion-hearted chase to clinch [] The post Pakistan clinchs U19 Asia Cup appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Natrang stages Hindi play AAG in weekly theatre series
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 21: Balwant Thakurs Hindi play AAG staged under Natrangs weekly theatre series Sunday Theatre, here today. The play was directed under the direction of Neeraj Kant, showcases how the drug-menace is ruining the generations and thus crippling the developing nations. The play was not based on one story-line but as an experiment multiple stories were woven by the playwright in one theme focusing the spread of drug menace like a fire, taking the toll of the [] The post Natrang stages Hindi play AAG in weekly theatre series appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DDC inspects Material Recovery Facility, reviews sanitation measures
Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Dec 21: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma, today inspected the Material Recovery Facility (MRF) Bus Stand as part of the ongoing mission-mode drive to strengthen sanitation and ensure effective waste segregation in Rajouri town. During the visit, the DDC interacted with sanitation supervisors and field staff, appreciated their efforts and urged them to work with sincerity and dedication. He emphasized segregation of dry and wet waste at source, terming it vital for sustainable waste management, [] The post DDC inspects Material Recovery Facility, reviews sanitation measures appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CEC intensifies Pulse Polio Immunization Programme in Kargil
Excelsior Correspondent KARGIL, Dec 21: Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today kick-started the Intensified Pulse Polio Immunization (IPPI) Programme, under which Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV) is being administered to all children below five years of age on National Immunization Days (NIDs). On the occasion, Additional Deputy Commissioner/Joint Director Information, Imteeaz Kacho; Chief Medical Officer Kargil, Dr. Liyakat Ali; Deputy CMO Kargil, Dr. Fatima Banoo; State Leprosy Officer Kargil, Dr. Fatima Nissa; Block Medical Officer [] The post CEC intensifies Pulse Polio Immunization Programme in Kargil appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
