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Pakistan formally appoints Asim Munir as first CDF
ISLAMABAD, Dec 4: President Asif Ali Zardari on Thursday approved the appointment of the army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, as Pakistans first Chief of Defence Forces for a period of five years. President Zardari approved the summary submitted by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif formally asking him to appoint Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Munir as the first CDF of Pakistan. Last month, the parliament passed the 27th Constitutional Amendment providing to create the post of CDF with the [] The post Pakistan formally appoints Asim Munir as first CDF appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Comm/Secy YSS convenes meeting to discuss Budget proposals
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 4: Commissioner/Secretary, Youth Services & Sports (YSS),Yasha Mudgal, today convened a meeting to discuss the Budget proposals, comprising the Revised Estimates (RE) 202526 and Budget Estimates (BE) 202627 for both Revenue (Revex) and Capital (Capex) components. The meeting was attended by the Director General, Youth Service and Sports Department; Director NCC; Director Finance, YSS and Secretary, J&K Sports Council. During the deliberations, the Director Finance presented the consolidated budgetary requirements of all Heads of Departments, [] The post Comm/Secy YSS convenes meeting to discuss Budget proposals appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DC Baramulla reviews SBM-G Activities
BARAMULLA, Dec 4: Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting on various activities being carried out under the Swachh Bharat MissionGramin (SBM-G) at the Main meeting Hall, DC Office Baramulla. During the meeting, concerned officers presented updates on ongoing works and projects being executed across the district. The DC took a detailed review of the works which have already been tendered out or allotted, directing officers to ensure that these projects are initiated on the ground [] The post DC Baramulla reviews SBM-G Activities appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DC Ganderbal chairs monthly Revenue meeting, takes stock of progress in key revenue matters
Excelsior Correspondent GANDERBAL, Dec 04: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to take stock of the functioning of the Revenue department in the district. The DC reviewed in detail the progress achieved under DILRMP, SVAMITA, ULPIN and digitization of revenue records. He also sought the status of migrant land alienation cases, online services under Public Service Guarantee Act (PSGA), Fard, Revenue extracts, Mutations, certificates issued under Jan Sugam portal, grievances on Samadhan portal, rectification [] The post DC Ganderbal chairs monthly Revenue meeting, takes stock of progress in key revenue matters appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Only 37 religious places belonging to minority communities operational in Pakistan: Report
ISLAMABAD, Dec 4 : A report presented before a Pakistani parliamentary panel revealed that out of 1,817 Hindu temples and Sikh gurdwaras, only 37 were functional, showing a dismally low number of operational religious places belonging to minority communities. The Parliamentary Committee on the Minority Caucus reviewed the report presented during its introductory session on Tuesday. According to the report, there are 1,285 Hindu worship sites and 532 Gurdwaras in Pakistan, out of which only 37 are currently functional, the [] The post Only 37 religious places belonging to minority communities operational in Pakistan: Report appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K teen Nasir Sufi to represent India at U-15 World Volleyball Cship
Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 4: In a remarkable sporting achievement, Nasir Aejaz Sufi, a student of a Government School Baramulla, has been selected to represent India at the World School Volleyball Championship (U-15), scheduled to be held from December 4 to 13 in Shangluo, China. Nasirs selection came after rigorous nationwide trials conducted by the School Games Federation of India (SGFI), with the final confirmation made in Pune. Following his selection, he underwent intensive training at a national coaching [] The post J&K teen Nasir Sufi to represent India at U-15 World Volleyball Cship appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Chinas Xi and Frances Macron pledge cooperation on global crises and trade
BEIJING, Dec 4: China and France pledged deeper cooperation on global issues like the war in Ukraine and trade, as France prepares to take on the presidency of the Group of Seven next year. French President Emmanuel Macron met with Chinas Xi Jinping on Thursday morning as part of a three-day state visit focusing on trade and diplomacy. France seeks help to end Ukraine war The French leader is seeking to involve Beijing in pressuring Russia toward a ceasefire [] The post Chinas Xi and Frances Macron pledge cooperation on global crises and trade appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sainik School Nagrota celebrates Navy Day
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 4: Sainik School Nagrota celebrated Navy Day 2025 with a week-long series of events honouring the bravery, professionalism and maritime legacy of the Indian Navy. The celebrations began on November 30 with a Cycling Trek to Katal Batal, led by the Principal, officers, staff and Girl Cadets. Junior Cadets participated in an Inter-House Naval Quiz, followed by a Special Assembly on Indias maritime history and a themed Basketball Match commemorating Operation Trident of 1971. Today, Navy [] The post Sainik School Nagrota celebrates Navy Day appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Qila Darhal is not merely an architectural relic tucked away in the rugged folds of the Pir Panjal-it is a living manuscript of Jammu and Kashmirs composite heritage, strategic geography and indomitable courage. Built in the 18th century under Maharaja Ranjit Singhs expansive vision, this fort was conceived as a military outpost to secure the Darhal route, the quickest access for defending Kashmir against Afghan incursions. Its construction reflected the Sikh Empires keen understanding of frontier defence, logistical preparedness and [] The post Restore Historic Qila Darhal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DB slams UT for abuse of process in Dental Assistant recruitment
*Orders compensation to ousted merit candidates Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 4: In a stinging indictment of the Jammu & Kashmir administration, the High Court of J&K and Ladakh has held that the Union Territory has indulged in selective implementation of court directions while dealing with appointments to the posts of Dental Assistant/Junior Dental Technician, and dismissed a batch of appeals filed by the Government with costs. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp A Division Bench comprising Chief Justice Arun [] The post DB slams UT for abuse of process in Dental Assistant recruitment appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NGT takes suo motu cognizance of climate crisis in Ladakh UT
Tourism boom, urbanization affecting fragile ecology *3 Union Ministries among 8 bodies issued notices Mohinder Verma JAMMU, Dec 4: In a significant move aimed at safeguarding one of the Indias most fragile ecosystems, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) has initiated suo motu proceedings on alarming environmental concerns in Ladakh and issued notices to three Union Ministries and five other bodies for filing their response/reply on a range of environmental violations and growing ecological threats to the high-altitude desert region. Follow [] The post NGT takes suo motu cognizance of climate crisis in Ladakh UT appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DGP reviews security situation, ongoing operations in Basantgarh
Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Dec 4: Director General of Jammu and Kashmir Police, Nalin Prabhat today visited Basantgarh area in Udhampur district and reviewed ongoing operations as well as the overall security situation in the mountainous belt. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp He was accompanied by IGP Jammu Zone, Bhim Sen Tuti, IG CRPF Gopal Rao, SSP Udhampur Amod Nagpure and officers from the CRPF and Army. The DGP chaired a joint meeting with officers of all forces, reviewing [] The post DGP reviews security situation, ongoing operations in Basantgarh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
JeM recruits 5000 women to radicalize them
Azhars sister Sadia leading drive NEW DELHI, Dec 4: Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) has recruited over 5,000 women in its newly-launched wing, Jamaat ul Mominaat, and efforts to radicalize them are on. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Jaish chief Masood Azhar has said the number of recruits in the terror outfits womens wing is on the rise, and there is a need to set up district units now. More than 5,000 women have joined. District units will be formed, every [] The post JeM recruits 5000 women to radicalize them appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Transforming Indias Labour Landscape: Labour Codes for a Vikshit Bharat.
pibjammu@gmail.com Dr Pradeep Kumar Jena In a landmark development, Government of India has implemented four Labour Codes with effect from 21st November 2025, bringing labour reformsenacted by the Parliament into reality. Following this, different views and news articles have surfaced in media on its impact, driving the debates and discussions on this pertinent issue. This piece is aimed to clear some of the confusions being created on the efficacy of the Codes. The Government has consistently strived to uphold the [] The post Transforming Indias Labour Landscape: Labour Codes for a Vikshit Bharat. appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
3 of marriage party killed in Bani mishap
Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, Dec 4: In a tragic and unfortunate accident, three persons of a marriage party were killed and two others were injured when the car in which they were travelling rolled down into deep gorge at Bhandhar road in Bani tehsil of this district late this evening . Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp As per reports, the accident took place when a car plugged into deep gorge in which five person were travelling to attend marriage [] The post 3 of marriage party killed in Bani mishap appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Defence ministers of India, Russia hold crucial talks ahead of summit
NEW DELHI, Dec 4 : India and Russia on Thursday resolved to expand their bilateral defence cooperation with New Delhi showing its keen interest in procuring additional batches of S-400 missile systems from Moscow to bolster its combat prowess. The two sides deliberated on ways to enhance the overall defence and strategic ties at a key delegation-level meeting between Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his Russian counterpart Andrey Belousov that took place a day ahead of the 23rd India-Russia annual [] The post Defence ministers of India, Russia hold crucial talks ahead of summit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
District Udhampur Taekwondo Cship on Dec 8, 9
Excelsior Sports Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Dec 4: The Taekwondo Association of District Udhampur will host the 15th District Udhampur Taekwondo Championships 2025-26 under the aegis of the J&K Taekwondo Association and the J&K Sports Council. The championship, part of the My Youth My Pride initiative, will be held at the Indoor Hall, Subash Stadium, Udhampur on December 8 and 9. The competition will feature Sub-Junior, Cadet, Junior and Senior categories, providing young athletes a platform to display skill, discipline, and sportsmanship. [] The post District Udhampur Taekwondo Cship on Dec 8, 9 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Sinha urges for modern labs, better diagnostic access in remote areas
Jammu Tawi, Dec 04: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha on Thursday delivered the keynote address at the inaugural session ofAPCON 2025, the 73rd Annual Conference of the Indian Association of Pathologists & Microbiologists (IAPM) and the International Academy of Pathologists Indian Division (IAP-ID), held at Government Medical College, Jammu. The five-day conference, themedEmerging Trends in [] The post LG Sinha urges for modern labs, better diagnostic access in remote areas appeared first on Northlines .
Operation Sindoor | US President didnt play any role in India-Pak ceasefire: Govt informs Parliament
New Delhi, Dec 4: Maintaining that United States President Donald Trump had no role to play in ceasefire between India and Pakistan following Operation Sindoor in May this year, the Centre on Thursday informed the Parliament that the agreement to end hostilities was arrived directly between the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of both [] The post Operation Sindoor | US President didnt play any role in India-Pak ceasefire: Govt informs Parliament appeared first on Northlines .
J&K has highest power losses in India at 48 pc
New Delhi, Dec 4:The Government of India on Thursday informed the Lok Sabha that Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir continues to reel under the highest Transmission and Distribution (T&D) losses in the country with 48.08 percent for the fiscal year 202324. Minister of State for Power, Shripad Naik informed the parliament that the national [] The post J&K has highest power losses in India at 48 pc appeared first on Northlines .
Consult parties on voter roll revision: CM to ECI
Claims ambiguity on revision process risks mistrust, says delimitation already changed electoral balance Srinagar, Dec 4:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday urged the Election Commission of India (ECI) to hold consultations with political parties over the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, saying clarity was needed to address issues raised by several groups. [] The post Consult parties on voter roll revision: CM to ECI appeared first on Northlines .
File sent to LG, formal order expected soon: Omar on Reservation policy
Srinagar, Dec 4: A day after the Cabinet approved the proposal to reduce quotas in the EWS and RBA categories to raise open merit quota by 10 percent, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said the file has been signed and sent to the Lieutenant Governor for approval and the government expects to issue a formal [] The post File sent to LG, formal order expected soon: Omar on Reservation policy appeared first on Northlines .
J&K got Rs 37,978 Cr for highways in 5 yrs; 426 road deaths in 2024
Srinagar, Dec 4:The Union Government on Thursday informed the Lok Sabha that Jammu & Kashmir received Rs 37,978 crore for the development and maintenance of National Highways over the last five years, with almost full utilisation of funds each year. According to the details, Ministry of Road Transport and Highways allocated funds to J&K in [] The post J&K got Rs 37,978 Cr for highways in 5 yrs; 426 road deaths in 2024 appeared first on Northlines .
81 pc JK households have tap water connection: Minister
New Delhi, Dec 4:The Union Government on Thursday informed the Lok Sabha that Jammu & Kashmir has achieved 81.22% coverage of rural households with tap water supply under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM). The figures were shared in a written reply by Minister of State for Jal Shakti, V. Somanna. As per data, J&K has [] The post 81 pc JK households have tap water connection: Minister appeared first on Northlines .
J&K has 42 NABL-accredited water labs
New Delhi, Dec 4:The Union Government on Thursday informed Lok Sabha that Jammu and Kashmir has a total of 98 drinking water quality testing laboratories of which 42 are NABL-accredited or recognised. Minister of State for Jal Shakti V Somanna said J&K currently operates with 2 state-level labs, 20 district or regional labs and 76 [] The post J&K has 42 NABL-accredited water labs appeared first on Northlines .
Seed distribution fizzles out, Leaving farmers helpless
Ajay Sharma Rajouri, December 4: Farmers across Jammu region have accused the Agriculture Department of gross mismanagement and deep-rooted corruption after distribution of vital wheat (Kanak) seeds for the Rabi season completely failed to reach the farmers this year. According to sources, several aggrieved farmers and whistle-blowers claimed that not a single seed of [] The post Seed distribution fizzles out, Leaving farmers helpless appeared first on Northlines .
Jammu Kashmir Records Highest Power Losses in India at 48 Per Cent: GoI
SRINAGAR: The Government of India on Thursday informed the Lok Sabha that Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir continues to reel under the highest Transmission and Distribution (T and D) losses in the country with 48.08 percent for the fiscal year 202324. Minister of State for Power, Shripad Naik informed the parliament that the national []
Jammu Kashmir Has 98 Drinking Water Testing Labs, 42 NABL-Accredited: GoI
SRINAGAR: The Union Government Thursday informed Lok Sabha that Jammu and Kashmir has a total of 98 drinking water quality testing laboratories of which 42 are NABL-accredited or recognised. Minister of State for Jal Shakti V Somanna said JK currently operates with 2 state-level labs, 20 district or regional labs and 76 block, sub-division or []
CM Omar Urges ECI to Consult Parties on Voter Roll Revision
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday urged the Election Commission of India (ECI) to hold consultations with political parties over the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, saying clarity was needed to address issues raised by several groups. Speaking to reporters after attending the passing-out parade of the Armys []
RBI Index Highlights Banking Gaps in Kashmir
SRINAGAR: The Reserve Bank of Indias (RBI) Financial Inclusion Index-2025 has revealed key gaps in access and usage of banking facilities in different districts of the Kashmir Valley. The RBIs Financial Inclusion Index measures financial inclusion across three key parameters: Access (35 percent), Usage (45 percent), and Quality (20 percent). Four districts of the Union []
LoP Sharma Meets LG, Pushes for Exam Age Relaxation
SRINAGAR: Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma on Thursday met Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha at Lok Bhawan, Jammu, to press for the long-standing demand of age relaxation for candidates appearing in combined competitive examinations across Jammu Kashmir. Sharma told the LG that numerous aspirants and delegations had approached him over recent weeks, seeking intervention on the []
J&K Bank sanctions loans to 10,000 youth under Mission Yuva scheme
SRINAGAR, Dec 4: Jammu and Kashmir Bank has provided loans to 10,000 youth under the Mission Yuva scheme in the Union Territory with an aim to make them economically self-reliant. In a major step towards promoting entrepreneurship and economic self-reliance among the youth, J&K Bank has achieved a milestone under the J&K governments flagship Mission Yuva programme by sanctioning loans to 10,000 eligible beneficiaries for establishing their own business ventures, a spokesman of the lender said in a statement here. [] The post J&K Bank sanctions loans to 10,000 youth under Mission Yuva scheme appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir: Solar Park Plan to Receive Rs 20 Lakh per MW Central Aid Under MNRE Scheme
SRINAGAR: The Union Territory of Jammu Kashmir is advancing plans to establish a large-scale Solar Park under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energys (MNRE) Solar Park Scheme, with Central Financial Assistance (CFA) of up to Rs 20 lakh per megawatt (MW) or 30 percent of project cost. Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, while chairing a []
SOG Jawan Killed in Jammu Kashmir Road Accident
SRINAGAR: A road accident in the Serwad area of Katra on Thursday claimed the life of an SOG jawan after his scooty collided with a motorcycle. An official said that, the deceased has been identified as Shalu Ram Bali, son of Om Prakash and a resident of Reasi. He succumbed to his injuries on the []
Power Supply Disruptions Scheduled Across Multiple Areas in Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR:The Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has announced planned power shutdowns affecting several areas in and around Badampora and adjoining regions on December 6, 9, 14 and 15, 2025, due to maintenance work on 33 KV and 132/33 KV lines. The Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL, said that a shutdown of the 33 KV switchyard []
CM Omar Unveils Rs 100-Crore Projects in Budgam
SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday inaugurated and laid e-foundation stones for a series of major development projects worth nearly Rs 100 crore in Budgam district, signalling a significant boost to local infrastructure and public services. The initiatives include multiple Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) water supply schemes across Gudsathoo, Dreygam, Drang, Kultreh Wanpora, Qazipora, []
The great AI battle between U.S. and China is a new Version of 21st century cold war
Beijings steady progress at cheaper costs has unnerved Trump and Silicon valley By T N Ashok NEW YORK: A global competition is reshaping technology, geopolitics, and the world economy as Washington and Beijing race to dominate artificial intelligencewith no guarantee of success. In the spring of 2024, executives at a prominent Chinese artificial [] The post The great AI battle between U.S. and China is a new Version of 21st century cold war appeared first on Northlines .
The Forgotten Mothers Of Jammu And Kashmir
By Kamran Hamid Bhat This article is dedicated to all mothers who have had to endure the nightmare of delivery on their own, and every woman who has gone miles through war-torn areas with life inside her and to the unspoken power of motherhood that cannot die when the world has forgotten her They say [] The post The Forgotten Mothers Of Jammu And Kashmir appeared first on Northlines .
CM Omar Abdullah Inaugurates Projects Worth 75 Cr In Budgam
BUDGAM, Dec 4: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated and laid e-foundation stones for a series of transformative development projects in Budgam district worth nearly 100 crore, giving a major push to local infrastructure and public services. The projects include multiple Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) Water Supply Schemes across Gudsathoo, Dreygam, Drang, Kultreh Wanpora, Qazipora, Awanpora, Rangreth Wavoosa, Checkmari Colony, Nowbugh, Delipora Badipora and Zaloosa, aimed at providing reliable and safe drinking water to thousands of households. In addition, the [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Inaugurates Projects Worth 75 Cr In Budgam appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu, Dec 4: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday addressed the inaugural session of APCON 2025, the 73rd Annual Conference of the Indian Association of Pathologists & Microbiologists (IAPM) and International Academy of Pathologists -Indian Division (IAP-ID), at Government Medical College, Jammu. The 5-Day annual conference on the theme Emerging Trends in Pathology: From Morphology to Molecular Insights, has brought together leading pathologists and microbiologists to deliberate on the latest advancements and innovations shaping the field of pathology. In his [] The post Healthcare System Must Focus On Enhancing Diagnostic Accuracy And Reducing Time To Treatment: LG Sinha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CHC Hajin performs first-ever emergency appendectomy
HAJIN: The Community Health Centre (CHC) Hajin achieved a major milestone by successfully performing its first-ever emergency appendectomy. The surgery was conducted by general surgeon Dr Iqbal Ahmad, with anaesthesia support from Dr Khalid, an anaesthesia consultant. Sajad Ahmad, a local resident, told Kashmir Reader: Dr Iqbal, apart from being a kind-hearted person, is the []
Jammu, 4th December : Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Thursday addressed the inaugural session of APCON 2025, the 73rd Annual Conference of the Indian Association of Pathologists & Microbiologists (IAPM) and International Academy of Pathologists -Indian Division (IAP-ID), at Government Medical College, Jammu. The 5-Day annual conference on the theme Emerging Trends in Pathology: [] The post Lieutenant Governor delivers keynote address at Annual Conference on Pathology APCON 2025 at GMC Jammu appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Nari Shakti to Vikas: Focus must shift to Women-led progress
By: Lakshmi Puri Gender equality and womens empowerment is the organising idea for our brighter todays and our transformed tomorrows. In this age of acceleration, we cannot afford to wait another century to achieve gender parity. The cardinal concept of nari shakti (womens power) and of women as devis (goddesses), which is Indias civilisational gift [] The post Nari Shakti to Vikas: Focus must shift to Women-led progress appeared first on Northlines .
Update on Mandatory HUID for Silver Jewellery
A Major Milestone in Purity Assurance and Curbing Fake Hallmarking Within the first three months following implementation of mandatory HUID for silver, over 17lakh pieces have been hallmarked, reflecting strong uptake among jewellers and consumers. While theSilver Hallmarking Scheme remains voluntary,HUID marking has been made mandatoryfor any silver article that is hallmarked. Strong Uptake: Over [] The post Update on Mandatory HUID for Silver Jewellery appeared first on Northlines .
CS Reviews Proposal Of Large-Scale Solar Park In J&K Under MNRE Scheme
JAMMU, Dec 4: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today while chairing a meeting to review the feasibility of establishing a large-scale Solar Park in Jammu & Kashmir under the Ministry of New & Renewable Energys (MNRE) Solar Park Scheme directed the divisional administrations to expedite the identification of suitable, encumbrance-free land parcels for the project. The meeting was attended by Commissioner Secretary, Forests; Secretary, Science & Technology; Divisional Commissioner, Jammu/Kashmir; Managing Director, JKPDC; and other senior officers. Taking a district-wise review, [] The post CS Reviews Proposal Of Large-Scale Solar Park In J&K Under MNRE Scheme appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SRINAGAR, Dec 4: A day after distributing compassionate appointment orders in Jammu, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today handed over SRO-43 and RAS-2022 appointment orders to beneficiaries at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), Srinagar, reaffirming the Governments commitment to provide support to the bereaved families. The Chief Minister handed over appointment and regularisation orders to 54 beneficiaries from various districts of Kashmir, marking another significant step toward clearing the backlog of cases under both SRO-43 and RAS-2022. The event was [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Distributes Compassionate Appointment Orders To 54 Beneficiaries Of Kashmir Division appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Omar Abdullah attends passing out parade of Agniveer batch in Srinagar
SRINAGAR, DECEMBER 04: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today attended the Passing Out parade of Agniveer Batch-06 at the Jammu & Kashmir Light Infantry (JAK LI) Regimental Centre, Srinagar, where he congratulated the young soldiers for successfully completing their 31-week rigorous training. He wished them a distinguished and honourable career in the service of the nation. [] The post CM Omar Abdullah attends passing out parade of Agniveer batch in Srinagar appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Amit Sharma appointed director of Census Operations for J-K, Ladakh
New Delhi: The Centre has appointed senior IAS officer Amit Sharma as Director of Census Operations and Citizen Registration for the Union territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, a government order said Wednesday. Sharma, the 2012-batch IAS officer from AGMUT cadre, has been appointed with effect from November 24 to December 31 or until []
Issuance of visas sovereign right of a govt: Jaishankar on US move to tighten rules
NEW DELHI:The issuance of visas is a sovereign right of a government, and the United States reserves the right to take a decision on a visa based on its assessment of its national security implications, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar told the Rajya Sabha on Thursday. He said the recent announcements made by the United []
6th Vice Chancellors Rolling Trophy Cricket Tournament (Employees) Inaugurated at IUST
Awantipora, Dec. 4: The 6th Vice Chancellors Rolling Trophy Cricket Tournament (Employees) was inaugurated today at the Islamic University of Science & Technology (IUST) by Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo, Vice Chancellor, IUST. The tournament has been organized by the Directorate of Physical Education & Sports and witnessed enthusiastic participation from university employees. Prof. A. H. [] The post 6th Vice Chancellors Rolling Trophy Cricket Tournament (Employees) Inaugurated at IUST appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
For A Week, Two Black Bears Take Srinagar Hostage As Drones, Dogs and Wildlife Teams Fail
SRINAGAR: For more than a week, Srinagar has been living with an unusual kind of curfew, not imposed by the authorities, but enforced by two young black bears who have slipped into the city and refused to leave. Their nightly wanderings have frozen entire neighbourhoods, disrupted campus life, triggered frantic searches, and left residents joking []
Rs 30-Crore Heroin, Weapons Seized in Cross-Border Narco-Terror Racket in Jammu
SRINAGAR: Police on Thursday said they had dismantled a cross-border narcotics network in Jammu, arresting six individuals and seizing 4.95 kilograms of heroin and three pistols, Daily Excelsior reported. The recovered heroin is valued at over Rs 30 crore in the international market, officials said. Superintendent of Police Ajay Sharma told reporters that the accused []
UPSC Interview, Personality Test Free of Bias, Says Jitendra Singh
SRINAGAR: Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Thursday asserted that the Union Public Service Commissions (UPSC) interview and personality test system is free from any form of discrimination or bias, emphasising the transparency embedded in the recruitment process. Responding to questions, Singh said the UPSC publishes the written, interview/personality test and total marks of all recommended []
Gold Falls Rs 600 To Rs 1,31,600/10g On Muted Global Trends, Rate-Cut Jitters
New Delhi, Dec 4: Gold prices fell by Rs 600 to Rs 1,31,600 per 10 grams in the national capital on Thursday, following weak global trends and investor caution ahead of the US Federal Reserves policy meeting next week. The precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity had closed at Rs 1,32,200 per 10 grams on Wednesday. Silver extended its losses for the second straight day, depreciating by Rs 900 to Rs 1,80,000 per kilogram (inclusive of all taxes) from [] The post Gold Falls Rs 600 To Rs 1,31,600/10g On Muted Global Trends, Rate-Cut Jitters appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Post Op-Sindoor Ceasefire was Initiated by Pakistans DGMO, Govt Says
SRINAGAR: The Government has told Parliament that the ceasefire understanding between India and Pakistan following Operation Sindoor was reached directly at the level of the two countries Directors General of Military Operations (DGsMO), with no external mediation involved. In a written reply in the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh []
Government Highlights Ongoing Support for Tourism Promotion in Jammu & Kashmir
New Delhi, December 04: The Ministry of Tourism today reiterated its commitment to supporting the development and promotion of tourism infrastructure in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir (J&K), in response to a parliamentary question raised in the Rajya Sabha. Union Minister for Tourism, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat informed that while the primary responsibility [] The post Government Highlights Ongoing Support for Tourism Promotion in Jammu & Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
SDRF Holds Disaster Preparedness Drill for GMC Srinagars MBBS Batch 2025
SRINAGAR: Aspecialised team of the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) Bhagat Barzulla on Thursday conducted a comprehensive disaster preparedness and emergency management drill at Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar under the direction of Director SDRF Kashmir Imtiyaz Hussain Mir. The exercise, designed for the MBBS Batch 2025, aimed to build awareness, technical skill, and confidence []
Kashmir Hindus camps facing health catastrophe, infrastructure deterioration: Panun Kashmir
JAMMU:Panun Kashmir, an organisation batting for a Union territory in the Kashmir Valley for displaced Kashmiri Pandits, on Thursday raised the issue of migrant camps in Jammu facing a health catastrophe and deteriorating infrastructure, making life difficult for those living in the camps. Jammu has five Kashmiri migrant camps housing about 40,000 people. They expressed []
ACB Arrests Patwari, Chowkidar In Udhampur For Taking Rs 10,000 Bribe
JAMMU, Dec 4: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has trapped and arrested Ganderab Singh, Patwari of Patwar Halqa Thalora in Majalta tehsil, and Kuldeep Kumar, a Chowkidar, for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 10,000. As per an ACB official, a case under Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, and Section 61(2) of the BNS, 2023, was registered against both officials at ACB Police Station Udhampur. According to him, the complainant approached the [] The post ACB Arrests Patwari, Chowkidar In Udhampur For Taking Rs 10,000 Bribe appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ACB arrests Patwari, Chowkdar in bribery case
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB) Thursday registered a case against Patwari and Chokidar from revenue department for demanding and accepting illegal gratification from the complainant. Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau in a statement said that it registered a case FIR No. 03/2025 u/s 7 of Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 and []
ACB Arrests Patwari, Chowkidar in Bribery Case
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB) Thursday registered a case against Patwari and Chokidar from revenue department for demanding and accepting illegal gratification from the complainant. Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau in a statement said that it registered a case FIR No. 03/2025 u/s 7 of Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 and []
ACB Files Chargesheet Against AE Caught Red-Handed Taking Bribe In Chadoora
SRINAGAR, Dec 4: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has filed a detailed charge-sheet against Tanveer Ahmad Dar, the then Assistant Engineer posted in the BDO office Suresyar Chadoora, in connection with a trap case registered last year. An ACB official said the charge-sheet, filed before the Additional Special Anti-Corruption Judge Srinagar, pertains to FIR No. 25/2023 under Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. He said the case began with a written complaint received on December [] The post ACB Files Chargesheet Against AE Caught Red-Handed Taking Bribe In Chadoora appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Over 18,800 Indians Deported from US Since 2009, Jaishankar Tells Rajya Sabha
SRINAGAR: The government on Thursday informed the Rajya Sabha that 18,822 Indian nationals have been deported from the United States since 2009, including 3,258 sent back between January and November 2025. In a written reply, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said 617 Indians were deported in 2023 and 1,368 in 2024, while this years deportations []
Indian Navy Synonymous With Exceptional Courage And Determination: PM Modi
NEW DELHI, Dec 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Navy Day greetings to the force personnel on Thursday and said the Indian Navy is synonymous with exceptional courage and determination. In a post on X, he also said in the recent years, the Navy has focussed on self-reliance and modernisation, and this has enhanced our security apparatus. Navy Day on December 4 serves as a reminder of the naval forces vital role during the 1971 India-Pakistan War. The missile boats [] The post Indian Navy Synonymous With Exceptional Courage And Determination: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K High Court Reassigns Presenting Officer For Two Key Committees
JAMMU, Dec 4: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has revised an earlier order and nominated the Registrar Rules as the new Presenting Officer for two important committees. These include the committee that monitors the progress of cases pending before the Supreme Court in which the High Court is a party, and the Litigation Committee. See Order Copy Click Here. The post J&K High Court Reassigns Presenting Officer For Two Key Committees appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Russia ready to expand Civil Aviation Cooperation with India
MOSCOW, Dec 4: Russia is ready to deepen collaboration with India in the civil aviation sector, Russian First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov told Sputnik in an interview. Russia is a partner that stands ready to work with India not only by supplying cutting-edge aviation technology but also by supporting the development of Indias domestic aviation industry. In this sense, we believe that mutual interest may lie in expanding cooperation beyond the military sphere into civil aviation, Manturov said. The [] The post Russia ready to expand Civil Aviation Cooperation with India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Critically ill former Bangladesh PM Zia to be taken to London: reports
DHAKA, Dec 4: Family of former Bangladesh prime minister Khalada Zia, who remains in a critical condition here, is preparing to transfer her to London, where her son and BNP acting chairperson Tarique Rahman lives, media reports said Thursday. Zia, the 80-year-old Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chairperson, was admitted to a private hospital on November 23 when she developed a chest infection that affected both her heart and lungs. Four days later, the three-time prime minister was shifted to the [] The post Critically ill former Bangladesh PM Zia to be taken to London: reports appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ranking Sports That Have the Highest Wagering Odds
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Commercial & Industrial RE capacity to be 60-80 GW by 2030, says official
NEW DELHI, Dec 4: Indias renewable energy capacity under the commercial and industrial (C&I) segment will increase to 60-80 GW by 2030, with such installations exceeding 6 GW in 2025 alone, a senior official said on Thursday. The C&I are non-residential electricity users like factories, office buildings, retail stores, schools, and hospitals. They can either install RE capacity on their land or premises or developer can set up plants for them for supply of green power to them. Addressing the [] The post Commercial & Industrial RE capacity to be 60-80 GW by 2030, says official appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India seeks bigger slice of Chinas expanding tea market at buyer-seller meet
BEIJING, Dec 4: India has pitched for boosting its tea exports to China, where varieties such as Darjeeling and Masala tea have been gaining popularity among consumers traditionally inclined towards green tea. Leading Chinese tea houses on Wednesday took part in an Indian Tea Buyer-Seller Meet organised by the Indian Embassy here, featuring vibrant presentations on the tea cultures of both countries by Chinese professionals. Indias tea export to China, the worlds largest tea producer, stood at USD 20 million [] The post India seeks bigger slice of Chinas expanding tea market at buyer-seller meet appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
New Electronic Toll System to Replace Manual Collection Within a Year: Gadkari
SRINAGAR: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Thursday announced that Indias current manual toll collection mechanism will be phased out within a year, making way for a fully electronic system aimed at ensuring uninterrupted travel on national highways. Addressing the Lok Sabha during Question Hour, Gadkari said the new electronic toll []
Putin arrives this evening; both sides to ink several agreements to boost partnership
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will host a private dinner for Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday, hours after he lands in New Delhi to further expand a nearly eight-decade partnership that has remained steadfast notwithstanding fractious geopolitical environment and tensions. Boosting defence ties, insulating India-Russia trade from external pressure and exploring cooperation in []
Visit India to see Cheetah in all its splendour: PM Modi on International Cheetah Day
NEW DELHI, Dec 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said Project Cheetah was an effort to revive lost ecological heritage and urged wildlife enthusiasts to visit India to see the wild cat in all its splendour. In a post on X on International Cheetah Day, the Prime Minister extended best wishes to all wildlife lovers and conservationists dedicated to protecting the cheetah, one of the planets most remarkable creatures. Three years ago, our Government launched Project Cheetah with [] The post Visit India to see Cheetah in all its splendour: PM Modi on International Cheetah Day appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Parl Panel on simultaneous polls to seek advice from experts on Dec 10, 17
New Delhi, Dec 4: The Joint Parliamentary Committee on the Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Ninth Amendment) Bill, 2024, and the union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024, is scheduled to hold two separate meetings on December 10 and December 17 to seek expert advices. In the December 10 session, the committee will seek opinion from prominent [] The post Parl Panel on simultaneous polls to seek advice from experts on Dec 10, 17 appeared first on Northlines .
Omar Demands EC Meet Political Parties To Allay Doubts On SIR
Srinagar, Dec 4: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said the Election Commission of India should convene a meeting of political parties to allay their apprehension about the Special Intensive Revision (SIR). There are apprehensions, and it will be better that the Election Commission call people like us to make us understand what SIR really is because we have seen that while you do not steal elections through machines, but they are surely manipulated, Abdullah told reporters [] The post Omar Demands EC Meet Political Parties To Allay Doubts On SIR appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
HC Lists Habeas Plea of Doda MLA Mehraj Malik, Next Hearing on December 18
SRINAGAR: The High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh on Thursday listed the habeas corpus petition filed on behalf of Doda MLA Mehraj Malik as part heard, scheduling the next hearing for December 18, 2025. The matter came up before Justice Mohd. Yousaf Wani at the Jammu wing of the High Court. During the proceedings, []
Personality Test System Followed By UPSC Free From Any Discrimination: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, Dec 4: The interview or personality test system followed by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is free from any discrimination or bias, Union Minister Jitendra Singh informed the Rajya Sabha on Thursday. The UPSC has informed that candidates are randomised while being assigned to interview boards just before the commencement of interviews/personality tests for the day, he said in a written reply to a question. Further, the category of the candidates and marks obtained by them in [] The post Personality Test System Followed By UPSC Free From Any Discrimination: Jitendra Singh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Medical College Row: Rashtriya Bajrang Dal Protests In Jammu, Seeks Reservation For Hindus
Jammu, Dec 4: The Rashtriya Bajrang Dal on Thursday took out a march here to protest against the admission of 42 Muslim students, mostly from Kashmir, in the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence and demanded seat reservation at the institute for Hindus. The political row erupted after the medical college completed admissions through the NEET merit list earlier this month. It admitted students and allocated 85 per cent of its seats to Jammu and Kashmir residents. Seven [] The post J&K Medical College Row: Rashtriya Bajrang Dal Protests In Jammu, Seeks Reservation For Hindus appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Putins Delhi Visit: Capital on High Alert With Multi-Layer Security Grid
New Delhi, Dec 4: The national capital was placed on high alert Thursday as authorities enforced a multi-layered security grid ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putins arrival for a two-day visit. Delhi Police said the exact location of Putins stay remains undisclosed due to strict security norms, while every movement from arrival to departure [] The post Putins Delhi Visit: Capital on High Alert With Multi-Layer Security Grid appeared first on Northlines .
Jammu Kashmir Has 95654 Women Workers In MSMEs, As 184314 MSMEs Are Led by Women
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir has 536,478 women working in MSMEs and 184,315 MSMEs are led by women, according to official data placed in the Lok Sabha. The latest figures placed before Parliament show a marked rise in the participation of women in Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises across Jammu and Kashmir, both as workers and []
People Want Governance More Than Name Change: CM Omar Abdullah
Srinagar, Dec 4: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said people were more concerned about the delivery of governance than changing the nomenclature of institutions in the country. Name change is fine, but there should be a change in the functioning as well. People are not bothered about the names, they look at our work, Abdullah told reporters on the sidelines of a function here. Abdullah was reacting to the government renaming Raj Bhawan across the country [] The post People Want Governance More Than Name Change: CM Omar Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Hotel Booked in South Kashmir for Allegedly Concealing Stay of Foreign Nationals
Srinagar: Police in Anantnag have registered a case against a hotel in the Pahalgam area for allegedly failing to report the stay of two foreign nationals, in violation of the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025. Officials said that a police team from Police Station Pahalgam, during routine inspections of hotels and guest establishments in the []
Trump admin orders H-1B, H-4 visa applicants to make social media profiles public
NEW YORK/WASHINGTON, Dec 4: The US Government has expanded screening and vetting measures for H-1B visa applicants and their H-4 dependents, directing them to keep the privacy settings on all their social media profiles set to public. In a new order issued Wednesday, the State Department said beginning December 15, a review of the online presence for all H-1B applicants and their dependents will be conducted. Students and exchange visitors were already subject to such scrutiny, which has now been [] The post Trump admin orders H-1B, H-4 visa applicants to make social media profiles public appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Singapores LoP loses appeal against conviction for lying to parliamentary panel
SINGAPORE, Dec 4: Singapores Leader of the Opposition Pritam Singh on Thursday lost his appeal against his conviction for lying to a parliamentary privileges committee. The 49-year-old Indian-origin secretary-general of the Workers Party (WP) was convicted in February in connection with the case involving former party member Raeesah Khan, who had admitted to making untruthful statements in Parliament. Khan later resigned from Parliament. High Court judge Steven Chong on Thursday upheld the district courts decision to convict Singh. Singh was [] The post Singapores LoP loses appeal against conviction for lying to parliamentary panel appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Identification of Thai agricultural workers remains leaves 1 final hostage in Gaza
BANGKOK/JERUSALEM, Dec 4: Remains that militants in Gaza handed to Israel as part of the first phase of the ceasefire deal were those of a Thai agricultural worker, Israeli and Thai officials said Thursday. The return of Sudthisak Rinthalaks remains leaves just one last hostage to be returned under the agreement. Rinthalak was an agricultural worker who had been employed at Kibbutz Beeri, one of the hardest-hit communities in the attack. Israeli officials said the 42-year-old Thai was killed [] The post Identification of Thai agricultural workers remains leaves 1 final hostage in Gaza appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India rushes Bailey bridge, water units to Sri Lanka; shares digital disaster-response toolkit
COLOMBO, Dec 4: India has sent a Bailey bridge and hundreds of water-purification units to cyclone-hit Sri Lanka as part of its ongoing humanitarian support to reconnect isolated communities and restore essential services in the island nation. Sri Lanka has been grappling with widespread flooding, landslides and severe infrastructure collapse triggered by Cyclone Ditwah, leaving several districts isolated and severely straining the countrys disaster-response capacity. At least 479 people have been killed and 350 are missing as of Wednesday evening [] The post India rushes Bailey bridge, water units to Sri Lanka; shares digital disaster-response toolkit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Japans Takaichi awarded catchphrase of year for her work, work, work mantra
TOKYO, Dec 4:The pledge by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to work, work, work, work and work for her country has been named the catchphrase of the year, recognising the effort Japans first female leader had to make to reach the top. The ultraconservative Takaichi uttered the phase in October when she was elected as head of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party. Many were initially as worried about her work ethic as supportive of her enthusiasm. In a country [] The post Japans Takaichi awarded catchphrase of year for her work, work, work mantra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vietnams capital to invest USD 340 million in technology, innovation from 2026
HANOI, Dec 4: Vietnams capital Hanoi will allocate 4 percent of its annual budget, equivalent to over 9 trillion Vietnamese dong (about 340 million U.S. dollars), for Science, Technology and Innovation starting in 2026, VnEconomy reported Thursday. According to the report, of the total, public investment will account for over 5.5 trillion Vietnamese dong (about 208 million U.S. dollars). Truong Viet Dung, Vice Chairman of the municipal Peoples Committee, said that to maintain growth targets of 8 to 10 percent [] The post Vietnams capital to invest USD 340 million in technology, innovation from 2026 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Asian shares mixed after Wall Street pulls near its all-time high
MANILA, Dec 4: Asian shares were mixed on Thursday after US stocks rose to near their records. US futures were little changed and oil prices advanced. Japans Nikkei 225 index climbed 1.7% to 50,705.76 on expectations that the US Federal Reserve will cut its main interest rate next week, even while traders speculate over whether the Bank of Japan will raise interest rates this month. Technology and telecoms giant SoftBank Group Corps shares jumped 8.8%. The governments 10-year bond [] The post Asian shares mixed after Wall Street pulls near its all-time high appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
File sent to LG for approval, formal order expected soon: CM Omar on reservation policy
Srinagar: A day after the Cabinet approved the proposal to reduce quotas in the EWS and RBA categories to raise open merit quota by 10 percent, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said the file has been signed and sent to the Lieutenant Governor for approval and the government expects to issue a formal order soon. []
