Avoid Unnecessary Confrontation
National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) should have avoided the unnecessary confrontation with the people by taking the decision of toll collection at the Toll Plaza located on Jammu Ring Road in Sohanjana area with extraordinary haste. The people sitting at helm should understand the implications of such decisions on the people especially the ones [] The post Avoid Unnecessary Confrontation appeared first on Northlines .
New Banking Laws: Progression or Regression?
Shivanand Pandit The Indian Parliament has taken a significant step towards reforming the countrys banking sector with the passage of the Banking Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024. This landmark legislation introduces a range of reforms designed to enhance bank governance, strengthen investor protections, and improve the ease with which customers interact with financial institutions. On December [] The post New Banking Laws: Progression or Regression? appeared first on Northlines .
Members of minority communities hold protests against Bdesh
Srinagar, Dec 8: Members of minority communities held a protest demonstration in Srinagar on Sunday against the alleged targeting of particular communities in Bangladesh. Holding banners and placards, the members of the communities including women of Hindu, Sikh, and Christians assembled in Srinagar and demanded an immediate halt to targeting the minorities in Bangladesh. A [] The post Members of minority communities hold protests against Bdesh appeared first on Northlines .
Five-time Everester Kushang Dorjee Sherpa dies at 59
Darjeeling, Dec 8: Kushang Dorjee Sherpa, a five-time Everester and among the few adventurers in the globe to have scaled the worlds tallest peak from its three sides, has died at his home here, the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (East Zone), announced on Sunday. Sherpa, 59, breathed his last on Saturday and is survived by his [] The post Five-time Everester Kushang Dorjee Sherpa dies at 59 appeared first on Northlines .
Boy Loses Life After Being Struck by Ball in Kashmirs Srinagar
SRINAGAR: A boy, while playing cricket, lost his life in the Nowgam area of Srinagar after being hit by a cricket ball on Sunday. An official said that the incident occurred at the Madankha Nowgam cricket ground. The deceased has been identified as Adnan Raheem Bhat, son of Abdur Raheem Bhat, a resident of [] The post Boy Loses Life After Being Struck by Ball in Kashmirs Srinagar appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Cricketer dies after being struck by ball while playing in Srinagar
A young cricketer tragically lost his life in the Nowgam area of Srinagar after being hit by a cricket ball, officials said. An official told that the incident occurred at the Madankha Nowgam cricket ground. The deceased has been identified as Adnan Raheem Bhat, son of Abdur Raheem Bhat, a resident of Astanpora Rawalpora. Adnan []
We Must Ensure That Core Competencies Of J&K UT Are Synergized For A Brighter Future: LG Sinha
JAMMU, Dec 8: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today addressed the 18th annual function of Mahavir (MV) International School, at General Zorawar Singh Auditorium, University of Jammu. In his address, the Lieutenant Governor congratulated the school administration, teachers and students on the occasion. He highlighted the need for Knowledge Revolution for leading India into a developed nation and to sustain all round growth in different sectors of the economy. In J&K, capacity building and developing schools as centers of excellence has [] The post We Must Ensure That Core Competencies Of J&K UT Are Synergized For A Brighter Future: LG Sinha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
We must ensure that core competencies of J&K UT are synergized for a brighter future: LG
Jammu Tawi, DECEMBER 08: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today addressed the 18th annual function of Mahavir (MV) International School (MVIS), at General Zorawar Singh Auditorium, University of Jammu. In his address, the Lieutenant Governor congratulated the school administration, teachers and students on the occasion. He highlighted the need for Knowledge Revolution for leading India into [] The post We must ensure that core competencies of J&K UT are synergized for a brighter future: LG appeared first on Northlines .
Kashmir Higher Reaches Including Gulmarg Receive Fresh Snowfall
Srinagar, Dec 8: The higher reaches of Kashmir valley including the ski resort of Gulmarg experienced a fresh snowfall on Sunday, officials said. The fresh snowfall also shuts the historic Mughal road connecting the Shopian district of south Kashmir with the twin districts of Rajouri and Poonch in Jammu division and Sinthan road in Kishtwar, Traffic police officials said. The tourists were overjoyed at the famous ski resort of Gulmarg in north Kashmirs Baramulla district after seeing the fresh snowfall [] The post Kashmir Higher Reaches Including Gulmarg Receive Fresh Snowfall appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Fresh snowfall in Kashmirs higher reaches, Mughal Road closed
Srinagar, Dec 8: Kashmirs higher reaches, including the popular ski resort of Gulmarg, received fresh snowfall on Sunday, leading to the closure of the historic Mughal Road connecting Shopian with Rajouri and Poonch, and Sinthan Road in Kishtwar, officials said. The snowfall delighted tourists at Gulmarg, located in the Baramulla district, who were overjoyed at [] The post Fresh snowfall in Kashmirs higher reaches, Mughal Road closed appeared first on Northlines .
LG Sinha emphasises the role of Teachers in realising inherent potential of students
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today addressed the 18th annual function of Mahavir (MV) International School, at General Zorawar Singh Auditorium, University of Jammu. In his address, the Lieutenant Governor congratulated the school administration, teachers and students on the occasion. He highlighted the need for Knowledge Revolution for leading India into a developed nation and to []
NEW DELHI, Dec 8: Aligning Indias auditing with global standards will help boost investors confidence, attract more funds and ensure greater credibility to the financial data, National Financial Reporting Authoritys chief Ajay Bhushan Prasad Pandey has said. He also asserted that the country cannot have inferior standards when the pursuit is to become a Viksit Bharat. NFRA was constituted under the companys law in October 2018. The watchdog has passed more than 80 orders. In a recent interview, Pandey told [] The post Aligning Indian auditing with global standards to boost investor confidence, attract more funds: NFRA chief appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Tenure Of Rakesh Kumar Singh As Additional Secretary, MHA Extended
NEW DELHI, Dec 8: The central deputation tenure of Rakesh Kumar Singh working as Additional Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), has been extended for a period of one year beyond December 8, 2024. He is a 1993 batch IDAS officer. See Order Copy Click Here. The post Tenure Of Rakesh Kumar Singh As Additional Secretary, MHA Extended appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Akhnoor Gurudwara Sahib community seeks urgent reconstruction of boundary wall
Jammu Tawi: A significant meeting was held at Gurudwara Sahib Sant Bhai Sundar Singh Ji, Akhnoor, under the supervision of S. Ranbir Singh, a member of the DGPC, alongside local Sikh community leaders and committee members. The meeting aimed to address the pressing issue of the damaged boundary wall of the Gurudwara Sahib, which was [] The post Akhnoor Gurudwara Sahib community seeks urgent reconstruction of boundary wall appeared first on Northlines .
As Assad regime falls, China asks rebel forces to ensure safety of Chinese nationals in Syria
BEIJING, Dec 8: A concerned China on Sunday asked the rebel forces, which took control of the Syrian capital, overthrowing President Bashar al-Assad, to ensure the safety of Chinese nationals and its institutions in the country. Reacting to the rebel takeover of Syria, China, which had backed the Assad regime, said it was closely following the situation in the Arab country and hoped that stability would return as soon as possible. A Foreign Ministry statement here said the Chinese Embassy [] The post As Assad regime falls, China asks rebel forces to ensure safety of Chinese nationals in Syria appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Paks ISI uses drug addicts as terror couriers in Indian jails: Officials
New Delhi: Security officials have revealed that Pakistans intelligence agency, ISI, has adopted a new tactic to infiltrate India by using individuals under the influence of drugs or those posing as mentally disturbed. These individuals are reportedly tasked with delivering critical messages to terrorists imprisoned in Indian jails. Since July this year, more than 10 [] The post Paks ISI uses drug addicts as terror couriers in Indian jails: Officials appeared first on Northlines .
IIT-Jammu to Host Smart India Hackathon Grand Finale
JAMMU: IIT-Jammu will host the grand finale of the Smart India Hackathon, a nationwide initiative that brings together the brightest young minds for developing innovative solutions to critical issues. This year, 30 teams will compete in the grand finale to address vital cybersecurity challenges posed by the National Critical Information Infrastructure Protection Center (NCIIPC), an [] The post IIT-Jammu to Host Smart India Hackathon Grand Finale appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh on Sunday hit out at the Bharatiya Janata Party-led Centre, over the India-China relations, asking whether the Modi government has agreed to a new normal over the old normal, in a settlement that does not restore the Line of Actual Control. The Congress leader reiterated the oppositions demand that the []
Sonia Gandhi Linked To Organisation Financed By George Soros Foundation: BJP
NEW DELHI, Dec 8: The BJP on Sunday alleged that former Congress president Sonia Gandhi has links to an organisation financed by the George Soros Foundation and which has backed the idea of Kashmir as an independent nation. This association shows the influence of foreign entities in Indias internal affairs, the ruling party said in a series of posts on X. Meanwhile, notwithstanding the US dismissal of BJPs allegations that it is backing attempts to destabilise India, party MP Nishikant [] The post Sonia Gandhi Linked To Organisation Financed By George Soros Foundation: BJP appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
120 players set for TATA Women Premiere League 2025 Auction
Mumbai, Dec 8: The eagerly awaited TATA Womens Premier League (WPL) 2025 Player Auction will take place in Bengaluru on December 15, with a total of 120 players featured in the auction list. The list includes 9 Capped India players, 21 Capped Overseas players, 82 Uncapped India players, and 8 Uncapped Overseas players, reflecting the [] The post 120 players set for TATA Women Premiere League 2025 Auction appeared first on Northlines .
Sadguru Madhuparamhans addresses devotees at Rakhbandhu, Jammu
Jammu Tawi: Sadguru Shri Madhuparamhans Ji Maharaj captivated a large gathering of devotees with his insightful discourses at Rakhbandhu, Jammu, today. In his address, the revered spiritual leader emphasized the contemporary obsession with money and fame, stating that these desires have led to the creation of various sects and religions. He explained that many [] The post Sadguru Madhuparamhans addresses devotees at Rakhbandhu, Jammu appeared first on Northlines .
Bumrah cant bowl from both ends, others need to take responsibility: Rohit
ADELAIDE, Dec 8: Jasprit Bumrah is only human and cannot always shoulder the responsibility of bowling opposition out all by himself, skipper Rohit Sharma said on Sunday, urging others to share the load with the premier fast bowler. India lost to Australia by 10 wickets in the second Test and during the Australian innings, only Bumrah stood out with a four-wicket haul. Jasprit Bumrah cannot alone take responsibility. You dont expect him to bowl from both ends. The other guys [] The post Bumrah cant bowl from both ends, others need to take responsibility: Rohit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IPO Frenzy next week: Five main-board, 6 SMEs to hit primary market to raise Rs 18,500 cr
NEW DELHI, Dec 8:The IPO market is set to be bustling next week, with 11 companies like Vishal Mega Mart, TPG Capital-backed Sai Life Sciences and fintech firm One Mobikwik Systems gearing up to launch their initial share sales, collectively aiming to raise nearly Rs 18,500 crore. Other mainboard IPOs to be launched during this period are Inventurus Knowledge Solutions Ltd and Blackstone-owned diamond grading firm International Gemmological Institute (India) Ltd. Alongside the five main-board IPOs, six SMEs are [] The post IPO Frenzy next week: Five main-board, 6 SMEs to hit primary market to raise Rs 18,500 cr appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
South Korean prosecutors detain ex-defense chief over martial law imposition, reports say
SEOUL, Dec 8: South Korean prosecutors on Sunday detained a former defence minister who allegedly recommended last weeks brief but stunning martial law imposition to President Yoon Suk Yeol, making him the first figure detained over the case, news reports said. The reported development came a day after Yoon avoided an opposition-led bid to impeach him in parliament, with most ruling party lawmakers boycotting a floor vote to prevent the two-thirds majority needed to suspend his presidential powers. The [] The post South Korean prosecutors detain ex-defense chief over martial law imposition, reports say appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Not Just Military, Civilian Army Of Experts Also Needed To Protect Nations Interests: SC Judge
Gandhinagar, Dec 8: A nation growing economically, politically, in the rule of law and in good governance requires not only the military in dress but also a civilian army of experts to diligently and intelligently look after its interests both within and outside, Supreme Court judge Justice Surya Kant said here on Sunday. The field of law does not demand perfection but perseverance, curiosity and a commitment to the ideals of fairness and equity, he said while addressing the valedictory [] The post Not Just Military, Civilian Army Of Experts Also Needed To Protect Nations Interests: SC Judge appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ghanas ruling party candidate concedes presidential election to his opposition rival
ACCRA (Ghana), Dec 8: Ghanas vice president and ruling party candidate, Mahamudu Bawumia, on Sunday conceded defeat to opposition candidate and former President John Dramani Mahama in the West African nations tightly contested presidential election. Ahead of the official announcement, Bawumia told a press briefing that the people of Ghana voted for change, and he respects that decision with all humility. Ive just called His Excellency John Mahama to congratulate him as president-elect of the Republic of Ghana, he [] The post Ghanas ruling party candidate concedes presidential election to his opposition rival appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Alan Ritchsons Reacher season three to debut on Prime Video in February 2025
LOS ANGELES, Dec 8: The third season of Prime Videos popular series Reacher will premiere on the streaming service on February 20, 2025. Starring Alan Ritchson in the titular role, the third season is based on Persuader, the 7th book in author Lee Childs global best-selling novel series. Prime Video shared the news at the CCXP (Comic Con Experience), held in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and also unveiled a teaser of the new season. Ritchson attended the event along with [] The post Alan Ritchsons Reacher season three to debut on Prime Video in February 2025 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Paks ISI Pushes Drug Addicts As Terror Couriers In Indian Jails, Say Officials
Pakistans intelligence agency ISI has reportedly resorted to infiltrating individuals under the influence of drugs or posing as mentally disturbed into India to utilise them to deliver critical messages to hardcore terrorists incarcerated in the countrys prisons. Officials said that more than 10 such cases have been reported since July this year in which Pakistani nationals have entered India from their country and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Many of them have been sent to prisons in Jammu, Punjab and Rajasthan. The officials [] The post Paks ISI Pushes Drug Addicts As Terror Couriers In Indian Jails, Say Officials appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Afridi urges PCB to boycott events in India, calls for self-reliance in Pakistan cricket
KARACHI, Dec 8: Former captain Shahid Afridi has advised the PCB to refrain from sending the national team to India for any cricket event, including ICC tournaments, unless India agrees to send its team to Pakistan. Speaking at the Urdu conference at the Karachi Arts Council, Afridi emphasized the need for the Pakistan Cricket Board to adopt a firm stance on cricketing ties with India, asserting that Pakistan must become self-reliant to make strong decisions, particularly regarding participation in ICC [] The post Afridi urges PCB to boycott events in India, calls for self-reliance in Pakistan cricket appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PESHAWAR, Dec 8:Pakistans Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province Ali Amin Gandapur, the firebrand leader of Imran Khans party, has warned of launching more protests against the federal Government to secure the release of the jailed former premier. We will continue launching attacks like the battle of Panipat. We will conquer if demands are not met, Gandapur told reporters on Saturday, referring to a historic battle in the subcontinent. We have launched just five attacks and will continue to launch the rest, [] The post Imran Khans party to launch more protests against Govt to secure his release, says Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Reindeer volunteers bring holiday magic to Ukrainian children living on frontlines
IZIUM (Ukraine), Dec 8: Hopes for victory, a swift end to the war and prayers for their loved ones survival or return from Russian captivity are among the wishes scattered throughout letters sent to a volunteer group by Ukrainian children living in frontline areas. While the volunteers, who are named reindeer after the magical beasts that pull Santas sleigh, cannot fulfil many of these dreams, they strive to deliver on the simpler ones, such as requests for power banks [] The post Reindeer volunteers bring holiday magic to Ukrainian children living on frontlines appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Three minors among 4 members of family die of suspected food poisoning in Rajouri
Four members of a family, three of them minors, died due to suspected food poisoning in a village in Rajouri district, police said on Sunday. A child and his mother have been hospitalised, they said. Official sources told GNS that entire family fell ill after eating some food at their home in Kandi village in []
3 Children among 4 family members die of suspected food poisoning in Rajouri
Jammu, Dec 8: Four members of a family, including three children, died in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir, after reportedly suffering from food poisoning. Police said on Sunday that the incident occurred in the Badhal Gorla area of Kandi, where the family members were admitted to Jammu Hospital but died while undergoing treatment. The [] The post 3 Children among 4 family members die of suspected food poisoning in Rajouri appeared first on Northlines .
Mehbooba Mufti Seeks Age Relaxation for SI Recruitment in Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday hoped the Jammu and Kashmir government will grant age relaxation to candidates for police sub-inspector posts as recruitment has been delayed since 2019. The former chief minister said age relaxation is a legitimate demand. Countless JKPSI aspirants stare at a bleak future owing to recruitment delays since 2019 [] The post Mehbooba Mufti Seeks Age Relaxation for SI Recruitment in Jammu Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Life .
4 Of Family Die Of Suspected Food Poisoning In J&Ks Rajouri
RAJOURI/JAMMU, Dec 8: A 40-year-old man and his three children died, while his wife and another daughter fell sick, due to suspected food poisoning in a remote village in Rajouri district here on Sunday, officials said. Fazal Hussain, his wife Shamim Akhter, 38, and the couples four children, hailing from Badhal Gorla village, were admitted to Rajouri Government Medical College hospital with severe dyspepsia late Saturday, they said. Hussain died during treatment in the wee hours of Sunday, while [] The post 4 Of Family Die Of Suspected Food Poisoning In J&Ks Rajouri appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu and Kashmir: Four Family Members Die of Suspected Food Poisoning
JAMMU: A 40-year-old man and his three children died, while his wife and another daughter fell sick, due to suspected food poisoning in a remote village in Rajouri district here on Sunday, officials said. Fazal Hussain, his wife Shamim Akhter, 38, and the couples four children, hailing from Badhal Gorla village, were admitted to Rajouri [] The post Jammu and Kashmir: Four Family Members Die of Suspected Food Poisoning appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Proposed GST Hike On Textiles Would Adversely Impact Kashmir Shawl Industries: Bukhari
SRINAGAR, Dec 8: Apni Party President Altaf Bukhari expressed concern over the proposed GST (Goods and Services Tax) hike of up to 28 percent on textiles and said it would adversely impact the traditional industries of Kashmiri shawls. The massive hike would adversely impact the traditional industries of Kashmiri shawls, crewel, and other traditional textiles, Bukhari said in a statement here on Sunday. The Group of Ministers (GoM) in its recent meeting had proposed the hike in GST on textiles [] The post Proposed GST Hike On Textiles Would Adversely Impact Kashmir Shawl Industries: Bukhari appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SI recruitment in J-K: Mehbooba seeks age relaxation
Srinagar: PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday hoped the Jammu and Kashmir government will grant age relaxation to candidates for police sub-inspector posts as recruitment has been delayed since 2019. The former chief minister said age relaxation is a legitimate demand. Countless JKPSI aspirants stare at a bleak future owing to recruitment delays since 2019 Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
States Asked To Submit Action Plans For Implementation Of National Menstrual Hygiene Policy
New Delhi, Dec 8: The Centre has urged states to submit action plans for effective implementation of the menstrual hygiene policy for school girls to ensure their access to low-cost hygiene products and gender-responsive sanitation facilities in public and government-aided schools. The Union Health Ministrys letter to all states comes after the Supreme Court on November 12 stated that the effective roll-out of the policy would require comprehensive action plans tailored to the specific needs and contexts of each state [] The post States Asked To Submit Action Plans For Implementation Of National Menstrual Hygiene Policy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India to set up comprehensive Anti-Drone Unit for border security: Shah
Jodhpur, Dec 9: Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced on Sunday that India will soon establish a comprehensive anti-drone unit to enhance border security, in response to the growing threat posed by unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Speaking at the 60th Raising Day event of the Border Security Force (BSF) in Jodhpur, Shah warned that the [] The post India to set up comprehensive Anti-Drone Unit for border security: Shah appeared first on Northlines .
Mehbooba Seeks Age Relaxation For SI Recruitment In Jammu And Kashmir
SRINAGAR, Dec 8: PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday hoped the Jammu and Kashmir government will grant age relaxation to candidates for police sub-inspector posts as recruitment has been delayed since 2019. The former chief minister said age relaxation is a legitimate demand. Countless JKPSI aspirants stare at a bleak future owing to recruitment delays since 2019 due to corruption & exam cancellations. Age relaxation is a legitimate demand & I hope its granted immediately, Mehbooba said in a post [] The post Mehbooba Seeks Age Relaxation For SI Recruitment In Jammu And Kashmir appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Traffic halted on Mughal road & Sinthan road after fresh snowfall
The historic Mughal road was closed for traffic on Sunday after fresh snowfall along the historic thoroughfare. In a post on X, J&K Traffic Police wrote, Traffic movement stopped on Mughal Road and Sinthan road due to fresh snowfall. People are advised to avoid traveling on Mughal Road and Sinthan Road until the road []
Bandipora Administration Closed BPO Call Centre, Alleges Sajad Lone
SRINAGAR: Peoples Conference chief Sajad Lone Saturday alleged the district administration in Jammu and Kashmirs Bandipora had closed down a BPO call centre which was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2019. However, the administration of the north Kashmir district denied the charge, terming it as baseless. The one and only Rural BPO call [] The post Bandipora Administration Closed BPO Call Centre, Alleges Sajad Lone appeared first on Kashmir Life .
NC Govt Will Rectify BJPs Injustice Towards People of Jammu: Farooq Abdullah
SRINAGAR: The Omar Abdullah-led Jammu and Kashmir government will address the injustice inflicted upon the people of Jammu by focusing on promoting the regions equitable development, National Conference supremo Farooq Abdullah said on Saturday. Interacting with several delegations at his Bhatindi residence, Farooq Abdullah said the Union Territory government was actively working to eliminate years [] The post NC Govt Will Rectify BJPs Injustice Towards People of Jammu: Farooq Abdullah appeared first on Kashmir Life .
J&K Wushu team clinches 16 medals at 24th Sub-Junior National Cship
Jammu Tawi, Dec 7: The Jammu and Kashmir Sub-Junior Wushu team made an impressive return from the 24th Sub-Junior National Wushu Championship held in Tarn Taran, Punjab, securing a total of 16 medals, including 3 Gold, 2 Silver, and 11 Bronze. The championship took place from December 1-6, 2024, and was organized by the Punjab [] The post J&K Wushu team clinches 16 medals at 24th Sub-Junior National Cship appeared first on Northlines .
India To Create Comprehensive Anti-Drone Unit For Border Security: Amit Shah
Jodhpur, Dec 9: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said India will soon create a comprehensive anti-drone unit to secure its borders as the menace of unmanned aerial vehicles is going to get serious in the coming days. Addressing BSF troops during the 60th Raising Day event of the force here at its training camp, about 300 km from the India-Pakistan border, Shah said the initial results of a laser equipped anti-drone gun-mounted mechanism have been encouraging. This has [] The post India To Create Comprehensive Anti-Drone Unit For Border Security: Amit Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
WTC 2023-25: Australia registers chart-topping win, India slips to 3rd
Australia topped the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) standings while India slipped to number three after the visitors succumbed to a 10-wicket loss to Aussies during the second Test at Adelaide Oval. This is also Australias eighth win day/night Tests in Adelaide, making it eight out of eight at the venue. Overall, they have won []
Border security policies, which remained unclear for several years, have seen significant improvements under the Modi government, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Sunday while attending 60th Raising Day parade event of Border Security Force (BSF). Speaking at the event, Shah further said robust infrastructure has been developed in border areas, and modern fencing []
Nirmal Kotwal elected as President JKHBAJ
Jammu Tawi, Dec 7: The Jammu and Kashmir High Court Bar Association Jammu (JKHBAJ) has elected a new body, with Advocate Nirmal Kotwal being appointed as the president. The elections for the new office bearers were held today. Advocate Nirmal Kotwal secured 1031 votes to win the presidential election, defeating Sr. Advocate Abhinav Sharma (446 [] The post Nirmal Kotwal elected as President JKHBAJ appeared first on Northlines .
Protection of Ladakh Bird Sanctuary: NGT Issues Notice to CPCB, Others
NEW DELHI: The National Green Tribunal has sought a response from the member secretary of the Central Pollution Control Board and others on the issue of the urgent need to protect the LdakhBird Sanctuary. The green body was hearing a matter where it had taken suo motu (on its own) cognisance of a media report [] The post Protection of Ladakh Bird Sanctuary: NGT Issues Notice to CPCB, Others appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Rain, snowfall likely in J&K during next 24 hours: MeT
Srinagar, Dec 8: The Meteorological Department has predicted rain and snowfall over the higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir in the next 24 hours due to a Western Disturbance (WD) expected to hit the region on Sunday evening. According to officials at the Meteorological Centre in Srinagar, the weather will remain generally cloudy, with light [] The post Rain, snowfall likely in J&K during next 24 hours: MeT appeared first on Northlines .
Amit Shah Attends BSFs 60th Foundation Day Parade In Jodhpur, Pays Floral Tribute
Jodhpur, Dec 8: Union Home Minister Amit Shah onSunday paid floral tribute to the Border Security Force (BSF) personnel who lost their lives in the service of the nation as he attended the 60th Foundation Day Parade of the BSF in Jodhpur in Rajasthan. BSF celebrates its Raising Day on December 1 commemorating the establishment of the paramilitary force on December 1, 1965. Shah also felicitated BSF jawans who killed three terrorists of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen(HM) in an operation. Many [] The post Amit Shah Attends BSFs 60th Foundation Day Parade In Jodhpur, Pays Floral Tribute appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Gorakhpur to get countrys first integrated waste management city by Sept 2025
Gorakhpur (UP), Dec 8: Gorakhpur is set to establish the countrys first Integrated Waste Management City-cum-Learning Centre by September 2025, aimed at making the city garbage-free and promoting sustainable waste management through circular economy model. Spread across 40 acres in Suthni village, Sahjanwa, the ambitious project will process various types of waste while generating charcoal and Bio-CNG, Gorakhpur Municipal Commissioner (GMC) Gaurav Sogarwal said. The initiative is expected to create jobs, boost revenue and serve as a learning hub for [] The post Gorakhpur to get countrys first integrated waste management city by Sept 2025 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Security Forces launch Cordon and Search Op in Kathua
Kathua, Dec 08: A major Cordon and Search operation (CASO) was launched by security forces in the Parangoli area near Dayalachak-Billawar road in Kathua district after reports of suspected movement. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kathua, Shobhit Saxena, confirmed that the operation began promptly after the suspicion was raised. The operation, which started last night, [] The post Security Forces launch Cordon and Search Op in Kathua appeared first on Northlines .
Farming project in South Africa helping deaf people build skills, find jobs
JOHANNESBURG, Dec 8: At the Westonaria agricultural park near Bekkersdal, east of Johannesburg, farm workers are busy tilling the soil and planting tomatoes and lettuce. Despite the hive of activity, there is silence around the park. Most people here are deaf and communicate using sign language. They are members of the Voiceout Deaf farming collective, started by entrepreneur Matebogo Victoria, to create a platform where deaf people can develop their skills in agriculture and find sustainable work. Victoria, who [] The post Farming project in South Africa helping deaf people build skills, find jobs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mamata is a capable leader, says Pawar on her willingness to head INDIA bloc
MUMBAI, Dec 8: Nationalist Congress Party (SP) chief Sharad Pawar has supported West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjees statement expressing her willingness to take charge of the INDIA bloc. Talking to reporters in Kolhapur on Saturday, Pawar said the Trinamool Congress chief is a capable leader and has the right to show her intent to head the opposition alliance. Earlier this week, Banerjee said she could manage the dual responsibility of running the opposition front while continuing her role as [] The post Mamata is a capable leader, says Pawar on her willingness to head INDIA bloc appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Foreign Secretary Misri To Visit Dhaka On Monday Amid Frosty India-Bangladesh Ties
NEW DELHI, Dec 8: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri is expected to raise with Dhaka Indias concerns over attacks on Hindus and other minorities as he embarks on a day-long visit to Bangladesh on Monday, in the first high-level trip from New Delhi after a massive uprising ended deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasinas 15-year rule in August. Misri is scheduled to hold wide-ranging talks with his Bangladeshi counterpart Md. Jashim Uddin and meet the countrys de-facto foreign minister Mohammad Touhid Hossain. [] The post Foreign Secretary Misri To Visit Dhaka On Monday Amid Frosty India-Bangladesh Ties appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rain, Snowfall Likely Over Higher Reaches Of J&K During Next 24 Hours: MeT
DE Web Desk SRINAGAR, Dec 8: Ahead of wet weather prediction, the night temperature improved in the Kashmir Valley but stayed below freezing point. A possible Western Disturbance (WD) is likely to hit Kashmir on Sunday evening that can cause rain and snowfall during the next 24 hours, officials said. The Meteorological Centre in Srinagar said the weather will remain generally cloudy with the possibility of light rain over a few areas of the plains and hilly areas of the [] The post Rain, Snowfall Likely Over Higher Reaches Of J&K During Next 24 Hours: MeT appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Drug peddler arrested in Budgam, contraband substance recovered
In continuation of the efforts to eradicate the drug menace from the society, Budgam Police arrested one drug peddler in the jurisdiction of PP Soibugh and seized contraband substance. A Spokesperson said that Police Post Soibugh received information through reliable sources that one person namely Manzoor Ahmed Bhat S/o Ab Kareem Bhat R/o Nadigam has []
2 Police Personnel Killed in Suspected Fratricide Incident in J&Ks Udhampur
Udhampur, Dec 8: Two police personnel were killed and one injured in a suspected fratricide incident early Sunday morning in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir. The incident took place around 6:30 am when two policemen from Sopore, traveling towards the Training Centre Talwara in Reasi district, suffered gunshot wounds while traveling in a department [] The post 2 Police Personnel Killed in Suspected Fratricide Incident in J&Ks Udhampur appeared first on Northlines .
MeT predicts rain, snow in Jammu and Kashmir today
The Meteorological Centre Srinagar on Sunday has forecast light rain and snow over few higher reaches in the Kashmir region late on the evening of December 8 and into the morning of December 9. According to the advisory, the weather from December 8 to 9 will remain generally cloudy, with light rain expected in some []
Allu Arjuns Pushpa 2 Hits Rs 500 Crore Mark At Global Box Office
NEW DELHI, Dec 8: Telugu star Allu Arjuns Pushpa 2: The Rule crossed Rs 500 crore mark at the global box office, continuing its phenomenal blockbuster run in cinemas. Production banner Mythri Movie Makers, which has bankrolled the project, shared the movies latest box office figures on social media, claiming that Pushpa 2 has now become the fastest Indian film to hit the milestone. The biggest Indian film is a wildfire at the box office and is shattering records #Pushpa2TheRule [] The post Allu Arjuns Pushpa 2 Hits Rs 500 Crore Mark At Global Box Office appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ITC scales up cultivation of medicinal, aromatic plants
SEHORE (Madhya Pradesh), Dec 8: ITC Agri Business Division is encouraging the cultivation of medicinal and aromatic plants to expand the conglomerates presence in the fast-growing health and wellness products market in the food, personal care and other categories. The agri-division of ITC is working with farmers and helping them to diversify their crops by encouraging them to cultivate high-demand crops like Ashwagandha, Tulsi, and Kalonji in Madhya Pradesh and turmeric in southern states. Through this initiative, ITC looks [] The post ITC scales up cultivation of medicinal, aromatic plants appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
FPIs return to Indian equities with Rs 24,454 cr inflow in Dec first week
NEW DELHI, Dec 8: After heavy selling in the past two months, foreign investors have staged a strong comeback to Indian equities with a net investment of Rs 24,454 crore in the first week of December amid stabilising global conditions and expectations of potential US Federal Reserve rate cuts. This revival follows significant outflows in the preceding months, with foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) pulling out a net Rs 21,612 crore in November and a massive Rs 94,017 crore in [] The post FPIs return to Indian equities with Rs 24,454 cr inflow in Dec first week appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu and Kashmir: Policeman Allegedly Kills Colleague, Commits Suicide
JAMMU: A policeman allegedly shot dead his colleague with an AK-47 assault rifle before turning the weapon on himself to commit suicide in Jammu and Kashmirs Udhampur district early Sunday, officials said. The two policemen along with another colleague were travelling from north Kashmirs Sopore to the Subsidary Training Centre (STC) Talwara in Reasi district [] The post Jammu and Kashmir: Policeman Allegedly Kills Colleague, Commits Suicide appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Khorlochhu Hydropower Project in Bhutan to commission in 2029: Tata Power CEO
NEW DELHI, Dec 8: The construction work of the Rs 6,900 crore Khorlochhu Hydropower Project in Bhutan has started, and the plant is likely to be commissioned by 2029, Tata Power CEO and MD Praveer Sinha has said. The 600 MW project is being developed on the Kholongchhu River in the eastern part of the neighbouring nation. We are looking at Bhutan. Work has already started for the 600 MW project in Khorlochhuthe tunnel diversion work, Sinha told PTI in [] The post Khorlochhu Hydropower Project in Bhutan to commission in 2029: Tata Power CEO appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Adanis solar contract has tariff lower than competition, can find new buyer: Analysts
NEW DELHI, Dec 8:Adani Groups solar power contract, which is at the centre of bribery allegations, has tariffs that are lower than competition and can find new buyers in case the pact is cancelled, according to analysts. US authorities have charged Adani Group Founder-Chairman Gautam Adani and others for being part of a scheme to offer USD 265 million bribe to Indian officials to gain a contract to supply 8 gigawatt of electricity generated from solar energy by Adani [] The post Adanis solar contract has tariff lower than competition, can find new buyer: Analysts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Security beefed up at Delhis Singhu border ahead of farmers march
New Delhi, Dec 8: Security was tightened at Delhis Singhu border on Sunday ahead of a protest march by farmers to the national capital to press their various demands, including a legal guarantee for Minimum Support Price (MSP). A group of 101 farmers will resume their foot march to Delhi at 12 noon from the Shambhu border point between Punjab and Haryana. Delhi Police is on alert and security has been tightened at the Singhu border. A skeletal deployment has [] The post Security beefed up at Delhis Singhu border ahead of farmers march appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Is Ladakh the Key to Indias Quantum Leap in Satellite Communications?
SRINAGAR: Indias geographical diversity, with its vast array of terrains, may soon play a pivotal role in revolutionising global quantum communications. Researchers from the Bengaluru-based Raman Research Institute (RRI), funded by the Department of Science and Technology, have identified the Indian Astronomical Observatory (IAO) in Hanle, Ladakh, as the most suitable site for establishing secure [] The post Is Ladakh the Key to Indias Quantum Leap in Satellite Communications? appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Kashmir University VC approves Rs 2 lakh for annual Day celebrations of MA & MAK Hostels
Syed Nazakat Khaleefa Vice Chancellor of Kashmir University, Prof. Nilofer Khan, approved a grant of 2 lakh for cultural activities during the Annual Day celebrations of MA and MAK Hostels. The event, held at Gandhi Bhawan, witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, faculty members, and university dignitaries, including the Registrar, Prof. Naseer Iqbal. The program featured []
Food Technology Meets Kashmiri Cuisine: A Journey of Tradition and Innovation
In the heart of the Himalayas, where snow-kissed mountains meet meandering rivers, lies Kashmira land not only known for its scenic beauty but also for a culinary heritage as rich and layered as its history. Kashmiri cuisine, a tapestry woven with the threads of spices, tradition, and resilience, is more than sustenance; its an expression []
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Policeman Shoots Dead Colleague Before Committing Suicide In J&Ks Udhampur
Jammu, Dec 8: A policeman allegedly shot dead his colleague with an AK-47 assault rifle before turning the weapon on himself to commit suicide in Jammu and Kashmirs Udhampur district early Sunday, officials said. The two policemen along with another colleague were travelling from north Kashmirs Sopore to the Subsidary Training Centre (STC) Talwara in Reasi district of Jammu region when the incident took place. The bullet-riddled bodies of the two cops were seen lying inside a police van near [] The post Policeman Shoots Dead Colleague Before Committing Suicide In J&Ks Udhampur appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Proba-3 Mission Would Significantly Advance Understanding Of Suns Corona: Ex-ISRO Scientist
Chennai: ISROs successful launch of European Space Agencys (ESA) Proba-3 satellites onboard PSLV-C59 rocket is a groundbreaking mission and would significantly advance the understanding of Suns corona and solar wind, a former ISRO scientist said. According to P V Venkitakrishnan, former director of Capacity Building Programme Office, ISRO headquarters, the innovative design and advanced technologies used in the mission would pave the way for future space weather forecasting and solar physics research. This mission is a collaborative effort between the [] The post Proba-3 Mission Would Significantly Advance Understanding Of Suns Corona: Ex-ISRO Scientist appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Two J&K policemen killed during travel from Srinagar to Jammu
Jammu: Two Jammu & Kashmir policemen were killed in a firing incident on Sunday when they were travelling from Srinagar to Jammu. Officials said that two policemen belonging to Sopore area of Baramulla district were killed in Udhampur while travelling from Srinagar to Jammu on Sunday. Two policemen belonging to Sopore travelling to subsidiary training Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Prof (Dr.) Vikas Sharma, Komal Sudan Centella asiatica, also called thalkudi, gotu kola, Indian Pennywort, belongs to the family Apiaceae. Thalkudi is the most used chief herbs to treat the skin diseases, to cure the wounds, to rejuvenate the nerve and brain cells that is why it is called as a Brain food in India. Centella asiatica is spread all over the tropical and sub-tropical areas of India in different altitudes of up to 600 m. It is widely distributed [] The post Thalkudi : A Brain Food appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Search operation launched after suspicious movement detected in Kathua
A search operation was launched in the Hiranagar town area of Kathua district following suspicious movement of three persons on Sunday, officials said. Speaking to reporters, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kathua Shobhit Saxena said that since Sunday night, a joint operation has been carried out to search the area in collaboration with the Army, []
Search Operation Underway After Villagers Report Suspicious Movement in JKs Kathua
JAMMMU: A massive search operation is underway in Kandi area near the International Border in Jammu and Kashmirs Kathua district after local villagers reported suspicious movement, officials said on Sunday. The joint search operation by police, Army and CRPF was launched in several forward villages of Hiranagar sector late Saturday night, the officials said. We [] The post Search Operation Underway After Villagers Report Suspicious Movement in JKs Kathua appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Search Operation Underway After Villagers Report Suspicious Movement In J&Ks Kathua
JAMMU, Dec 8: A massive search operation is underway in Kandi area near the International Border in Jammu and Kashmirs Kathua district after local villagers reported suspicious movement, officials said on Sunday. The joint search operation by police, Army and CRPF was launched in several forward villages of Hiranagar sector late Saturday night, the officials said. We got information about movement of some three to four suspected persons and responded immediately by mobilising the available resources. The area was also [] The post Search Operation Underway After Villagers Report Suspicious Movement In J&Ks Kathua appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Distt admin Srinagar reaches out to fire victims of Brari Nambal Babademb
Immediate financial assistance provided to fire affected families
Jammu and Kashmir: Two Policemen Found Dead With Bullet Injuries
JAMMU: Two police personnel were found dead with bullet injuries in Jammu and Kashmirs Udhampur district early Sunday, with officials suspecting it to be a case of fratricide. The slain policemen were travelling from north Kashmirs Sopore to the Subsidary Training Centre (STC) Talwara in Reasi district of Jammu region, the officials said. The bullet-riddled [] The post Jammu and Kashmir: Two Policemen Found Dead With Bullet Injuries appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Govts primary objective is to bring governance closer to people: Itoo
KULGAM: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare, and Education, Sakeena Itoo on Saturday visited Malvan village of Kulgam district and held a massive public grievances redressal camp there. The camp, which witnessed an overwhelming turnout of enthusiastic locals, provided an important platform for them to voice their concerns before the Minister and seek []
MMU condemns derogatory remarks against scholars, warns divisive elements
SRINAGAR: The Muttahida Majlis-e-Ulama (MMU) Jammu and Kashmir has strongly reacted to the disrespectful and offensive remarks made by a person named Bilal Raza against the respected religious scholars of Kashmir, particularly the revered Muhaddith-e-Kabeer Allama Anwar Shah Kashmiri (RA). In its statement, the MMU reiterated that it had previously warned such persons to refrain []
Kabra reviews progress on implementation of JJM across Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Additional Chief Secretary (ACS), Jal Shakti, Shaleen Kabra on Saturday chaired a meeting at Civil Secretariat here to review the progress on implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) across Kashmir province. The meeting was attended by MD JJM, Dr. G.N Ittoo; Chief Engineers of PHE and I&FC of Jammu/Kashmir, Director Planning, Superintending Engineers and []
Two cops found dead with bullet injuries in J&Ks Udhampur
Two police personnel were found dead with bullet injuries inside a police vehicle in Jammu and Kashmirs Udhampur on Sunday morning, police said. According to Udhampur police, an AK-47 rifle was used in the incident. Speaking to ANI, SSP Udhampur Amod Ashok Nagpure said that the personnel were on their way to the Talwara training []
Role of JK FPF crucial in protection of JKS natural resources: Rana
JAMMU: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmad Rana said that Forest Protection Force is an indispensable unit for its wide range of conservation and protection activities. He commended the crucial role played by JK Forest Protection Force (FPF) in protection of forest resources in J&K. He was speaking []
DC Sgr assures support to welfare of ex-servicemen, their families
SRINAGAR: In connection with the celebrations of Armed Forces Flag Day, a programme was held on Saturday at Zilla Sainik Bhawan, Srinagar to honour the war martyrs and men in uniform who fought to safeguard the countrys integrity and sovereignty. Deputy Commissioner (DC), Srinagar, Dr Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, who is also President Zilla Sainik Board, []
Srinagar admin reaches out to Babademb fire victims
SRINAGAR: On the directions of Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, a team of District Administration, Srinagar on Saturday morning visited Tabardar Mohalla in Brari Nambal Babademb area of the District to provide immediate assistance to the fire affected families whose houses were gutted in a fire incidents here on Friday evening. The immediate []
GST Enforcement Team South Kashmir realizes Rs 2.62 cr penalty for violations
SRINAGAR: In a record achievement vis-a-vis tax violations, the GST Enforcement Team South Kashmir has imposed penalties worth Rs 2.62 crore against tax violators during the ongoing financial year 2024-2025. It is important to mention that the penalties have been realized from erring traders transporting goods in contravention of GST Act and Rules. The tax []
Labour Dept concludes two-day capacity building prog on reforms for officials
SRINAGAR: The Two-Day Capacity-Building Programme on Labour Reforms, organized by the Labour Department, J&K successfully concluded today at Gandhi Bhawan, University of Kashmir. The program aimed to enhance the understanding and implementation of Labour Laws, with a special focus on familiarizing officers and officials with the new Labour Codes. During the concluding session, Labour Commissioner, []
