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Physical activity aligned with climate action offers greater combined benefits: Study

New Delhi, Mar 9: Well-designed physical activity initiatives that support walking, cycling and public transport can simultaneously contribute to climate mitigation and adaptation and promote health and equity, according to a study. Researchers, including those from the Auckland University of Technology in New Zealand, have developed a physical activity and climate change model, a conceptual framework offering a practical basis for integrated, equitable and sustainable solutions. Aligning physical activity and climate change agendas is more powerful than addressing them separately, [] The post Physical activity aligned with climate action offers greater combined benefits: Study appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 9:48 pm

CS, Census Commissioner Sensitise J&K Officers On Preparations For Digital Census-2027

Over 30,000 enumerators, supervisors to cover 6,462 villages, 78 towns in two-phases JAMMU, Mar 9: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, in presence of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India, Mritunjay Kumar Narayan, today chaired a high-level sensitisation session to review and strengthen preparations for the upcoming Census, 2027 which will be conducted digitally for the first time across the country. The session was attended by Administrative Secretaries of various departments, senior officers of the Union Territory administration, Divisional and [] The post CS, Census Commissioner Sensitise J&K Officers On Preparations For Digital Census-2027 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 9:37 pm

Ex-Cong Leader Azad Supports One Nation, One Election; Says Move In Nations Interest

New Delhi, Mar 9: Former Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad on Monday strongly supported the proposal of simultaneous polls to the Lok Sabha and state assemblies and said such a move will be in the interest of the country, will save time, improve governance and expedite development. Appearing before the Joint Committee of Parliament examining the bills seeking to introduce simultaneous polls to the Lok Sabha and state assemblies, Azad also said that he has been a supporter of simultaneous [] The post Ex-Cong Leader Azad Supports One Nation, One Election; Says Move In Nations Interest appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 9:17 pm

U.S. Defence Companies are making fortunes as Iran was escalates

War is a big business Trump understands its best along with his pals By T N Ashok NEW YORK: Strip away the flags. Silence the speeches. Turn off the generals with their grave faces and PowerPoint slides showing red arrows across sand-coloured maps. When the theatre clears, what remains is not a clash [] The post U.S. Defence Companies are making fortunes as Iran was escalates appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Mar 2026 9:05 pm

Iran war is likely to hit Indian Economy hard

Risks for India are immediate, multi-dimensional By Nantoo Banerjee The all-out war in West Asia, involving the US-Israel combine and Iran and covering 10 countries in the region, is expected to have a big economic backlash on India. At stake are Indias $120-billion trade in this region, huge oil imports, overall balance of payments, [] The post Iran war is likely to hit Indian Economy hard appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Mar 2026 9:02 pm

Naming Mojtaba Khamenei as Supreme Leader marks continuity of Iranian leadership

Trump and his cronies failed to divide Teheran amidst brutal war By Asad Mirza Iran on Monday (March 9) named Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his father Ali Khamenei as the supreme leader of Iran, signalling that hardliners remain firmly in charge. Iranian institutions and politicians, from the foreign ministry to lawmakers, issued statements expressing [] The post Naming Mojtaba Khamenei as Supreme Leader marks continuity of Iranian leadership appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Mar 2026 9:01 pm

Nepal electorate give unequivocal verdict against instability, old faces and corruption

China is disgraced, India should move as equal partner to befriend new regime By Nitya Chakraborty With the final results of the March 5 elections in Nepal, almost available, it is clear that the Gen Z supported Rashtriya Swatantra Party (RSP) is set to form the next government in this tiny Himalayan nation headed [] The post Nepal electorate give unequivocal verdict against instability, old faces and corruption appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Mar 2026 8:58 pm

Time to discipline the roads

It is a known fact that despite improvements in infrastructure, road accidents have remained alarming in J&K, with almost all regions confronting this issue with equal severity. There is no doubt that traffic authorities have been investing a lot in the awareness regarding road safety among the stakeholders with Road Safety Month remaining a major [] The post Time to discipline the roads appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Mar 2026 8:57 pm

No Immediate Hike In Petrol, Diesel Prices; Adequate Stock To Meet Any Contingency: Sources

New Delhi, Mar 9: Petrol and diesel prices will not be increased for now despite international crude oil rates crossing USD 100 per barrel, government sources said on Monday, even as authorities stepped up efforts to maintain uninterrupted fuel supply lines across the country. As the conflict in West Asia entered the tenth day, world markets plummeted, and Brent crude oil, the international standard, surged to nearly USD 120 a barrel, about 65 per cent higher than when the war [] The post No Immediate Hike In Petrol, Diesel Prices; Adequate Stock To Meet Any Contingency: Sources appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 7:54 pm

Soldier Goes Missing During River Crossing Training In Sunderbani Sector Of J&Ks Rajouri

Jammu, Mar 9: An Army soldier went missing on Monday during a river crossing training in the Sunderbani sector of Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir. The White Knight Corps posted on X, During a river crossing training exercise conducted in the general area of Sundarbani, Sepoy Akshit Sharma was reported missing at around 12 pm today. Extensive search operations are underway with all available resources of the Indian Army and civil agencies being employed to locate the soldier, he [] The post Soldier Goes Missing During River Crossing Training In Sunderbani Sector Of J&Ks Rajouri appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 7:51 pm

LPG Booking Period Increased From 21 To 25 Days; Refineries Asked To Boost LPG Output: Govt Sources

New Delhi, Mar 9: To prevent hoarding and black marketing, the booking period for LPG gas cylinders has been increased from 21 to 25 days, as per government sources. There were instances that people who were earlier booking LPG cylinders in 55 Days have started booking cylinders in 15 days, they said on Monday. The government has ordered refineries to boost LPG output and also ordered to prioritise domestic LPG over commercial connections. Domestic consumers will always be a priority, [] The post LPG Booking Period Increased From 21 To 25 Days; Refineries Asked To Boost LPG Output: Govt Sources appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 7:44 pm

NC Asks Shah To Withdraw Cases Against Youth Booked For Protesting Over Khameneis Killing

Srinagar, Mar 9: National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah on Monday appealed to Union Home Minister Amit Shah to consider withdrawing cases against youth detained and booked during protests over the killing of Irans Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Abdullah said that while maintaining law and order is important, it is equally necessary to understand the sentiments that led to the demonstrations. Abdullah, in a statement, appealed to Shah and security agencies to review the cases sympathetically and consider withdrawing [] The post NC Asks Shah To Withdraw Cases Against Youth Booked For Protesting Over Khameneis Killing appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 7:41 pm

Delex Namgil Gets Addl Charge Of ACEO Ladakh

LEH, Mar 9: The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has assigned additional charge of the post of Assistant Chief Electoral Officer (ACEO) to JKAS officer Delex Namgil. According to an order issued by the General Administration Department, Namgil, who is presently serving as Assistant Commissioner Revenue in Leh, will hold the additional responsibility in addition to his own duties until further orders. See Order Copy Click Here The post Delex Namgil Gets Addl Charge Of ACEO Ladakh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 7:31 pm

J&K Eyes AI To Transform Governance And Citizen Services

CS engages key stakeholders to chart future roadmap JAMMU, Mar 9: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo today held detailed deliberations with stakeholders on the adoption and expansion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in governance and delivery of public services across Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting besides the concerned Administrative Secretaries was attended by the Director, Indian Institute of Technology Jammu, CEO, India AI Mission; Special Director General, Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-informatics (BISAG-N), and other concerned officers of the [] The post J&K Eyes AI To Transform Governance And Citizen Services appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 7:29 pm

Iran-Israel Conflict: CBSE Postpones Class 12 Board Exams Till March 16 In Middle East

New Delhi, Mar 9: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Monday postponed the class 12 board exams till March 16 in the Middle East amid the Iran-Israel conflict, officials said. The fresh dates were not immediately announced. After a critical review of the current situation in parts of the Middle East Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE mental agony of the students and the prevailing uncertainties, the board has decided to postpone [] The post Iran-Israel Conflict: CBSE Postpones Class 12 Board Exams Till March 16 In Middle East appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 7:15 pm

MLAs Calls On CM Omar Abdullah, Raises Constituency Issues

Jammu, Mar 9: Several legislators on Monday called on Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah here and discussed development works and public welfare in their respective constituencies, an official spokesman said. The legislators who met Abdullah include BJPs Surjeet Singh Slathia (Samba), Daleep Singh Parihar (Bhaderwah), National Conferences Sajad Shaheen (Banihal), Arjun Singh Raju (Ramban), Khursheed Ahmed (Gulabgarh), and Abdul Majeed Bhat Laram (Anantnag West), the spokesman said. He said they apprised the chief minister of various issues about [] The post MLAs Calls On CM Omar Abdullah, Raises Constituency Issues appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 7:09 pm

J&K High Court Issues Directions for Proper Numbering of Case Documents

Jammu, Mar 9: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has issued directions to registry officials to ensure proper numbering of main case files, interlocutory applications (IAs), caveats and other related documents on judicial files to avoid inconvenience during court proceedings. According to a circular issued by the Registrar General M.K. Sharma,, it has been observed that in several cases listed before the court, the Main Case Numbers, IA Numbers and Caveat Numbers were not being filled in [] The post J&K High Court Issues Directions for Proper Numbering of Case Documents appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 6:00 pm

Global warming accelerated significantly since 2015: Study

NEW DELHI, Mar 9: Global warming has accelerated significantly since 2015, according to a study that accounts for natural fluctuations in warming rate and influences of El Nino events, volcanic eruptions and solar cycle variation on temperature data. Researchers, including those from Germanys Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, said short-term natural fluctuations in global temperature caused by El Nino, volcanic eruptions, and solar cycles can mask changes in the long-term rate of warming. The study published in the journal [] The post Global warming accelerated significantly since 2015: Study appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 5:33 pm

2020 Delhi riots: Court grants 10-day interim bail to Sharjeel Imam

NEW DELHI, Mar 9: A court here on Monday granted 10-day interim bail to activist Sharjeel Imam, an accused in the 2020 Delhi riots case, for attending his brothers wedding. Additional Sessions Judge Sameer Bajpai was hearing the interim bail application filed by Imam, seeking relief for six weeks to attend the marriage scheduled this month. In an order, the court granted interim bail from March 20 to 30. Imam is an accused in the case pertaining to the February [] The post 2020 Delhi riots: Court grants 10-day interim bail to Sharjeel Imam appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:44 pm

Will Mojtaba Khamenei Consolidate Irans Power After His Father?

by Asad Mirza Iran has named Mojtaba Khamenei as successor to Ali Khamenei as supreme leader, raising questions about regime continuity, regional stability, and the impact of foreign intervention Iran on Monday (March 9) named Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his father, Ali Khamenei, as the supreme leader of Iran, signalling that hardliners remain firmly in []

KashmirLife 9 Mar 2026 4:43 pm

Putin Congratulates Mojtaba Khamenei as Irans New Supreme Leader, Pledges Support

SRINAGAR: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday congratulated Mojtaba Khamenei on his appointment as Irans new Supreme Leader and reaffirmed Moscows support for Tehran amid escalating regional tensions. The leadership transition comes after the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in USIsraeli airstrikes last week. Irans Assembly of Experts, the clerical body responsible for selecting the []

KashmirLife 9 Mar 2026 4:33 pm

Sakeena Itoo Calls For Strict Quality Checks On Medicines, Reviews JKMSCL Functioning

Jammu, Mar 9: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education Sakeena Itoo on Monday directed officials to enforce stricter quality checks and constant monitoring of drug supplies in government hospitals while reviewing the performance and functioning of the Jammu and Kashmir Medical Supplies Corporation Limited (JKMSCL). Itoo emphasized on stricter quality checks and greater accountability in the procurement and supply of medicines and medical equipments for Health facilities across Jammu and Kashmir, asserting that patient safety remains [] The post Sakeena Itoo Calls For Strict Quality Checks On Medicines, Reviews JKMSCL Functioning appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:33 pm

11-Day Marathon: Bar-Tailed Godwit Sets Record With 13,560-km Non-Stop Flight

SRINAGAR: A migratory bird has stunned scientists by completing the longest recorded non-stop flight by any animal, travelling 13,560 kilometres across the Pacific Ocean without landing once. The feat was recorded in 2022 when a young Bartailed godwit tagged B6 flew from Alaska to Tasmania in 11 days of continuous flight, according to tracking data []

KashmirLife 9 Mar 2026 4:04 pm

Indian National Injured in Iranian Missile Attack in Israel

The man, who was injured on Sunday, underwent surgery at Ichilov Hospital in Tel Aviv and is now in stable condition

Deccan Chronicle 9 Mar 2026 4:04 pm

Govt Says Air India Plane Crash Probe Report Will Be Out Very Soon

New Delhi, Mar 9: Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu on Monday informed the Rajya Sabha that the AAIB probe into the fatal crash of the Air India aircraft in June last year is progressing at a very good pace, and the investigation report will be out very soon. Replying to a supplementary query during the Question Hour in the Rajya Sabha, Naidu said the ministry is doing its best to ensure flight operations and to bring back Indians stranded [] The post Govt Says Air India Plane Crash Probe Report Will Be Out Very Soon appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 3:46 pm

Congress Holds Protests In Jammu And Kashmir Over Indo-US Trade Deal

Srinagar/Jammu Mar 9: Jammu and Kashmir unit of Congress on Monday staged protests against the BJP-led central government and demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the trade deal with the US. The party also demanded restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. In Srinagar, scores of Congress workers and leaders assembled at the J-K Pradesh Congress Committee office at M A Road and shouted slogans against the Modi government. The protesters, led by MLA Bandipora Nizamuddin Bhat, [] The post Congress Holds Protests In Jammu And Kashmir Over Indo-US Trade Deal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 3:41 pm

High Court Issues Circular to Prevent Delays Caused by Incomplete Case Numbering

SRINAGAR: The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has directed its registry officials to ensure that Main Case numbers, Interlocutory Application (IA) numbers and Caveat numbers are properly filled in judicial files to prevent inconvenience during court proceedings. In a circular issued by the office of the Registrar General at Jammu, the High []

KashmirLife 9 Mar 2026 3:30 pm

Tariq Malik Posted As Chief Accounts Officer In ACB

Jammu, Mar 9: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has transferred and posted Mohd Tariq Malik as Chief Accounts Officer in the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), J&K. According to a Government order issued by the General Administration Department (Vigilance), Malik, who was serving as Chief Accounts Officer in the Codes Division of the Finance Department, has been shifted to the ACB against an available vacancy with immediate effect. The post Tariq Malik Posted As Chief Accounts Officer In ACB appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 3:30 pm

5 cheetah cubs born at Kuno National Park, Indias cheetah count rises to 53: Environment minister

NEW DELHI, Mar 9: Namibian cheetah Jwala on Monday gave birth to five cubs at Madhya Pradeshs Kuno National Park, taking the countrys total cheetah population to 53, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav has announced. The development comes days after cheetah Gamini gave birth to four cubs at the same park. A moment of great pride for Project Cheetah as Jwala, the Namibian Cheetah and a successful third-time mother, gave birth to five cubs today at the Kuno National Park. [] The post 5 cheetah cubs born at Kuno National Park, Indias cheetah count rises to 53: Environment minister appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 3:25 pm

House should discuss Indias stance, citizens safety amid wartime conditions: Akhilesh Yadav

LUCKNOW, Mar 9: Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Monday said that in view of the prevailing wartime conditions in the Middle East, Indias priority should be to deliberate on key issues related to national security, foreign policy and the safety of its citizens stranded abroad. In an X post, the Samajwadi Party chief said that when the Budget Session of Parliament went into recess, the issues before the country were different; the current circumstances demand urgent attention to matters [] The post House should discuss Indias stance, citizens safety amid wartime conditions: Akhilesh Yadav appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 3:23 pm

Karra Slams Centre, Demands PM Modis Resignation Over Foreign Policy

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Congress President Tariq Hamid Karra on Monday launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modis government, alleging that the countrys image has been tarnished on the global stage. He demanded the Prime Ministers resignation over the handling of external affairs. Congress chief Karra drew a contrast between Indias historical global []

KashmirLife 9 Mar 2026 2:59 pm

Er Rashid Urges Peace in Jammu Kashmir, Seeks Release of Detained Mourners

SRINAGAR: Incarcerated Baramulla MP Engineer Rashid on Sunday urged people in Jammu and Kashmir to maintain peace and restraint during the holy month of Ramzan and appealed to authorities to release mourners detained during recent protests in the Valley. In a message to the public, Rashid extended Ramzan greetings and prayed for peace, harmony and []

KashmirLife 9 Mar 2026 2:31 pm

Lok Sabha adjourned till 3 pm amid protests by opposition seeking debate on West Asia crisis

NEW DELHI:Lok Sabha proceedings were adjourned till 3 pm on Monday amid noisy protests over demand for a debate on the situation in West Asia, with the government accusing the opposition benches of not following basic ethics of the House. As soon as External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar rose to make a statement on the []

Kashmir Reader 9 Mar 2026 2:10 pm

Congress Stages Protest In Jammu, Seeks PM Modis Resignation

Jammu, Mar 9: Jammu and Kashmir unit of Congress on Monday staged a protest outside its party headquarters here against the BJP-led central government, demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his abject surrender before the US. The protesters, led by Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) president Tariq Hameed Karra, also pushed for early restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. Scores of Congress activists and leaders gathered outside the party headquarters at Shaheedi chowk along the Residency road [] The post Congress Stages Protest In Jammu, Seeks PM Modis Resignation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 2:04 pm

GMs automotive aftermarket products brand ACDelco re-enters India

NEW DELHI, Mar 9:American auto major General Motors aftermarket automotive products brand, ACDelco made its return to the Indian market on Monday through a licensing pact with Assurance Intl Ltd. Under the agreement, Assurance Intl Ltd will be the official licensee for ACDelco in India, responsible for manufacturing, marketing and distribution of select aftermarket products. Initially, well be dealing with lubricants and batteries and then later on, we plan to expand into filters and maybe other product ranges also, Assurance [] The post GMs automotive aftermarket products brand ACDelco re-enters India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 2:03 pm

Indian mission in Houston commemorates 150 years of Vande Mataram

HOUSTON, Mar 9:The Consulate General of India in Houston has hosted an event commemorating 150 years of the national song, Vande Mataram. The cultural gala held on Sunday was attended by over 800 members of the Indian diaspora and friends of India. It featured a pan-Indian musical journey, representing the diverse traditions of India, and served as a grand musical homage to the iconic anthem composed by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in 1875. The celebration highlighted the songs enduring role as [] The post Indian mission in Houston commemorates 150 years of Vande Mataram appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 2:01 pm

MeT Predicts Rain, Snowfall in Jammu Kashmir

SRINAGAR: The Meteorological Department has forecast a spell of cloudy weather across Jammu and Kashmir from March 10 to March 12, with light rain expected in the plains and snowfall likely in higher reaches at several places. According to the department, the weather is expected to remain mostly cloudy during the three-day period, with intermittent []

KashmirLife 9 Mar 2026 2:00 pm

Pakistani producer announces film on Rabindranath Tagores short story Shasti

KARACHI, Mar 9: Pakistani producer Abid Merchant has announced launched an international co-production film based on Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagores 1893 short story Shasti (Punishment). The ambitious project, which would involve industry professionals from Pakistan, Bangladesh, United States, UK, Hong Kong and Australia, will be helmed by Bangladeshi filmmaker Leesa Gazi, known for her critically-acclaimed 2025 title A House Named Shahana. We have chosen Leesa Gazi, a filmmaker from Bangladesh, to direct the film, Merchant, who will produce the movie [] The post Pakistani producer announces film on Rabindranath Tagores short story Shasti appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 1:59 pm

Enforcement Drive Across Jammu: 445 Traffic Violation Notices Issued, 60 Vehicles Seized

Jammu, Mar 9: Authorities have issued 445 traffic violation notices for breaches of the Motor Vehicles Act and seized 60 vehicles for serious offences during a special enforcement drive aimed at strengthening road safety across Jammu division, an official said on Monday. He said 64 driving licences and 20 registration certificates have been recommended for suspension for grave violations that adversely affect road safety. The total penalty amount realised during the drive was Rs 18.18 lakh. The official said the [] The post Enforcement Drive Across Jammu: 445 Traffic Violation Notices Issued, 60 Vehicles Seized appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 1:27 pm

Drug Peddler Held with Contraband in Ganderbal

SRINAGAR: Police in central kashmirs Ganderbal district apprehended an alleged drug peddler and recovered a contraband substance from his possession during a naka checking in the Gund area. The accused was identified as Shabir Ahmad Bokda, son of Sooba Bokda, a resident of Syed Basti Surfraw. Police said a charas-like substance was recovered from him []

KashmirLife 9 Mar 2026 1:25 pm

LS adjourned till 3 pm amid oppn slogans during Jaishankars briefing on West Asia crisis

New Delhi: Lok Sabha proceedings were adjourned twice on Mondayfirst till noon and later till 3 pmafter Opposition members raised slogans demanding a discussion on the escalating West Asia conflict while External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar briefed the House on the situation. The disruptions marked a stormy start to the second half of Parliaments Budget [] The post LS adjourned till 3 pm amid oppn slogans during Jaishankars briefing on West Asia crisis appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Mar 2026 1:15 pm

Nepal polls: RSP wins 124 seats followed by NC with 17

KATHMANDU, Mar 9:The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) is heading towards a two-thirds majority in Nepals parliamentary polls, securing 124 seats under direct voting and over 40 lakh votes under the proportionate-voting system as on Monday morning. The RSP has won 124 seats under direct voting and is leading in one, whereas the Nepali Congress (NC) has won 17 seats. The CPN-UML has won eight seats, the Nepal Communist Party (NCP) seven, and the Shram Sanskriti Party (SSP) three, while the [] The post Nepal polls: RSP wins 124 seats followed by NC with 17 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 1:06 pm

Japan prepares for deployment of its first home-developed long-range missile

TOKYO, Mar 9: Japan is preparing to deploy its first batch of domestically developed long-range missiles, with their launchers arriving at an army camp Monday as the country accelerates its offensive capability in response to rising challenges in the region. The upgraded Type-12 land-to-ship missiles will be deployed at Camp Kengun in Japans southwestern prefecture of Kumamoto by the end of March, completing the process of deployment, Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said. Army vehicles carrying their launchers and other [] The post Japan prepares for deployment of its first home-developed long-range missile appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 12:58 pm

Crude Oil Prices Jump Above $115 As US-Iran War Disrupts Supply, Shipping

Chicago, Mar 9: Crude oil prices surged above $115 a barrel on Monday as the escalating war involving Iran disrupted production and shipping routes in the Middle East, rattling global financial markets and raising fears of supply shortages. The price of Brent crude, the international benchmark, briefly climbed to $119.50 per barrel before easing to [] The post Crude Oil Prices Jump Above $115 As US-Iran War Disrupts Supply, Shipping appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Mar 2026 12:57 pm

Bahrains state oil company declares force majeure on its shipments after Iran attack

DUBAI, Mar 9:Bahrains state oil company declared force majeure on Monday for its shipments after an Iranian attack set its refinery ablaze. The state-run Bahrain News Agency carried the announcement of the force majeure, a legal manoeuvre that releases a company from its contractual obligations because of extraordinary circumstances. It said the companys operations have been affected by the ongoing regional conflict in the Middle East and the recent attack on its refinery complex. It insisted that local demand could [] The post Bahrains state oil company declares force majeure on its shipments after Iran attack appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 12:56 pm

Continuous margin improvement, large deal rise reflects clients trust in new positioning: TechM CEO

NEW DELHI, Mar 9:The strategy set by the new leadership three years ago at Tech Mahindra to sharpen the companys position for faster and sustainable growth is giving returns, which is getting reflected in improved operating margin and increase in large deals, a top official of the IT firm said. Tech Mahindra CEO & Managing Director Mohit Joshi told PTI that as the world is navigating through a tectonic shift towards a new era of enterprise intelligence led by AI [] The post Continuous margin improvement, large deal rise reflects clients trust in new positioning: TechM CEO appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 12:49 pm

Oil marketing companies, paint stocks tumble amid sharp spike in oil prices

NEW DELHI, Mar 9:Shares of oil marketing companies and paint manufacturers tumbled on Monday morning trade amid sharp jump in crude oil prices due to the deepening conflict in West Asia. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd tanked 8.67 per cent, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd dropped 8.43 per cent and Indian Oil Corporation declined 7.29 per cent on the BSE. Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, surged 24.71 per cent to USD 112.51 per barrel. Asian Paints fell by 5.12 per cent, [] The post Oil marketing companies, paint stocks tumble amid sharp spike in oil prices appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 12:47 pm

Indian Youth Rank 60 in 84-Nation Mental Health Study What Jagruti Rehab Doctors Say

The young population of India is now facing growing mental health concerns. This is not a random survey. Its a recent international study that examined psychological well-being across 84 countries. The report has placed Indian youth in the 60th position globally. It raises questions about the pressures and lifestyle changes that affect younger generations. Mental health professionals say that the findings reflect broader social shifts. Rapid urbanization and digital exposure have reshaped how young adults experience stress. Experts believe that [] The post Indian Youth Rank 60 in 84-Nation Mental Health Study What Jagruti Rehab Doctors Say appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 12:42 pm

India Backs Dialogue, Prioritises Safety Of Indians Amid West Asia Conflict: Jaishankar

New Delhi, Mar 9: India advocates de-escalation and return to dialogue and diplomacy, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Monday on the widening West Asia conflict, while stressing on respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity of all states in the region. Making a suo moto statement on the crisis that broke out on February 28 when the US and Israel launched military strikes on Iran and Tehran retaliated with attacks of US positions in the region as well as [] The post India Backs Dialogue, Prioritises Safety Of Indians Amid West Asia Conflict: Jaishankar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 12:35 pm

SC to hear plea challenging FIR against panel to oversee bar council polls

NEW DELHI, Mar 9: The Supreme Court will on Tuesday hear a plea challenging registration of an FIR against the apex court-appointed High-Powered Election Supervisory Committee set up to oversee state bar council elections. A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi was on Monday told by senior advocate Manan Kumar Mishra, who also heads the Bar Council of India, that a lawyer has lodged an FIR against the panel. Mishra said, This is very urgent. An [] The post SC to hear plea challenging FIR against panel to oversee bar council polls appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 12:34 pm

West Asia Conflict: Oppn MPs Stage Protest In Parliament Complex Demanding Full-Fledged Debate

New Delhi, Mar 9: Opposition MPs, including Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, former party chief Rahul Gandhi and SP chief Akhilesh Yadav, staged a protest in Parliament House complex on Monday, demanding a discussion on the West Asia conflict and slamming the government for its silence on critical issues related to it. Earlier, opposition parties floor leaders met in Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Kharges chamber in Parliament House complex to deliberate on the strategy for the second half [] The post West Asia Conflict: Oppn MPs Stage Protest In Parliament Complex Demanding Full-Fledged Debate appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 12:28 pm

Crude Oil Prices Spike Above $115 A Barrel As Iran War Impedes Production, Shipping

Chicago, Mar 9: Oil prices spiked near $120 per barrel before falling back slightly on Monday as the Iran war intensified, threatening production and shipping in the Middle East and pummelling financial markets. The price for a barrel of Brent crude, the international standard, surged to $119.50 per barrel but later was trading at $112.98. West Texas Intermediate, the light, sweet crude oil produced in the United States, spiked at $119.48 per barrel but fell back to $110.17. The wars [] The post Crude Oil Prices Spike Above $115 A Barrel As Iran War Impedes Production, Shipping appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 12:23 pm

India Calls For Dialogue, De-Escalation Amid West Asia Conflict: Jaishankar

New Delhi, Mar 9: India favours peace and a return to dialogue and diplomacy amid the widening conflict in West Asia, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Monday, stressing the need for restraint, de-escalation and protection of civilians. Making a suo motu statement in the Rajya Sabha, Jaishankar said the safety and well-being of [] The post India Calls For Dialogue, De-Escalation Amid West Asia Conflict: Jaishankar appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Mar 2026 12:20 pm

Jammu Girl Prerna Bhasin Earns IT Masters Degree From Australia University

Jammu Tawi: Prerna Bhasin, a daughter of Jammu, has successfully earned a Masters degree in Information Technology along with a Diploma in Cyber Security from Central Queensland University in Brisbane, Australia, bringing pride and joy to her family and well-wishers. Prerna had travelled to Australia in 2022 to pursue a two-year postgraduate programme at the [] The post Jammu Girl Prerna Bhasin Earns IT Masters Degree From Australia University appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Mar 2026 12:12 pm

Boost Focus On AI, Automation In Education: PM Modi

New Delhi, Mar 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday called for accelerating the integration of Indias education sector with the real-world economy, stressing the need to expand focus on emerging fields such as artificial intelligence and automation. Addressing a post-budget webinar, the Prime Minister said the country must further strengthen the linkage between education [] The post Boost Focus On AI, Automation In Education: PM Modi appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Mar 2026 12:02 pm

Fulfilling Aspirations Of People Is Resolve Of Govt; Education, Health, Sports Key Sectors: PM Modi

New Delhi, Mar 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday called for accelerating the process of linking the countrys education sector to the real world economy, while sharpening focus on subjects like artificial intelligence and automation. Addressing a post-budget webinar, Modi also said that fulfilling aspirations of the people is the resolve of his government and education, skill development, health, tourism, sports and culture are some of the sectors that act as a medium to fulfil them. Fulfilling the aspirations [] The post Fulfilling Aspirations Of People Is Resolve Of Govt; Education, Health, Sports Key Sectors: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 12:00 pm

India Favours Peace, Return To Dialogue And Diplomacy, Says Eam On West Asia Conflict

NEW DELHI, Mar 9: India favours peace and return to dialogue and diplomacy and advocates de-escalation, restraint and ensuring safety of civilians, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Monday on the widening West Asia conflict. Making a suo moto statement on the conflict in Rajya Sabha, he said the well being and security of the Indian community in the region remains the governments priority. We will continue to work with the governments in the region towards the end, he [] The post India Favours Peace, Return To Dialogue And Diplomacy, Says Eam On West Asia Conflict appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 11:59 am

Iran Names Mojtaba Khamenei As Supreme Leader After Fathers Death

Dubai/Jerusalem, Mar 9: Iran on Monday named Mojtaba Khamenei as the new Supreme Leader, succeeding his father Ali Khamenei, a move that signals the continued dominance of hardliners in Tehran amid the ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel. The decision was taken by Irans Assembly of Experts, an 88-member clerical body responsible for [] The post Iran Names Mojtaba Khamenei As Supreme Leader After Fathers Death appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Mar 2026 11:31 am

Focus On Subjects Like AI, Automation Needs To Be Increased: PM Modi

New Delhi, Mar 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday called for accelerating the process of linking the countrys education sector to the real world economy. Addressing a post-budget webinar, he said the focus on subjects like AI and automation needs to be increased. We will have to accelerate the process of linking our education system to the real world economy even further We will have to increase our focus on subjects like AI and automation, digital economy and design-driven [] The post Focus On Subjects Like AI, Automation Needs To Be Increased: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 11:09 am

EMPLOYMENT (09-03-2026)

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Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 10:55 am

Till I Am There, Individual Milestones Wont Be Celebrated In Indian Cricket: Gautam Gambhir

Ahmedabad, Mar 9 : Gautam Gambhir can never get tired of stating this one belief. In fact, he repeats it at every opportunity for anyone who hasnt taken note individual milestones wont be celebrated in his tenure as head coach. The latest reminder of this staunchly-held principle came from him after India picked up their third T20 World Cup trophy here on Sunday, hammering New Zealand by 96 runs in the final with a near-perfect all-round performance. I think [] The post Till I Am There, Individual Milestones Wont Be Celebrated In Indian Cricket: Gautam Gambhir appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 10:41 am

Khameneis Son Mojtaba Named Irans New Supreme Leader

Dubai/Jerusalem, Mar 9: Iran on Monday named Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his father Ali Khamenei as Supreme Leader, signaling that hardliners remain firmly in charge in Tehran a week into its conflict with the United States and Israel. Mojtaba, a mid-ranking cleric with influence inside Irans security forces and vast business networks under his father, had been seen as a frontrunner in the lead up to the vote by the assembly, a body of 88 clerics charged with choosing the [] The post Khameneis Son Mojtaba Named Irans New Supreme Leader appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 7:03 am

LIVE: Iran Names Mojtaba Khamenei as New Supreme Leader

He had long been considered a contender, even before an Israeli strike killed his father at the start of the war

Deccan Chronicle 9 Mar 2026 6:24 am

Crude oil prices surpass USD 100 a barrel as Iran war impedes production and shipping

CHICAGO: Oil prices eclipsed USD 100 per barrel for the first time in more than three-and-a-half years on Sunday as the Iran war hinders production and shipping in the Middle East. The price for a barrel of Brent crude, the international standard, was at USD 107.97 after trading resumed on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, up []

Kashmir Reader 9 Mar 2026 5:44 am

DyCM lays foundation stone for Rs 91 cr PMGSY road projects

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 8: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary today laid the foundation stone for six major road projects worth Rs. 91.05 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) in Jammu district. The foundation stones were laid virtually from PWD Guest House, Gandhi Nagar, Jammu in presence of Minister for Youth Services and Sports Satish Sharma, Member of Parliament Jugal Kishore Sharma and MLAs Vikram Randhawa, Gharu Ram Bhagat and Devyani Rana. The projects aim to boost [] The post DyCM lays foundation stone for Rs 91 cr PMGSY road projects appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 5:10 am

Son of Irans late supreme leader chosen to replace his father as war rages

DUBAI:) Mojtaba Khamenei, a son of Irans late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei who was named as his successor on Sunday, had long been considered a contender to the post even before an Israeli strike killed his father and despite the fact he has never been elected or appointed to a government position. A secretive []

Kashmir Reader 9 Mar 2026 5:06 am

International Womens Day: Leaders nationwide exalt womens contribution, role in development

NEW DELHI, Mar 8 : Leaders across the country on Sunday lauded the growing contribution of women across sectors on International Womens Day, which was also marked by announcements by state governments focused on financial assistance for women. President Droupadi Murmu exhorted women to realise their full potential, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised that empowerment of women is at the core of his governments various schemes and initiatives. Several programmes were organised and initiatives undertaken on the occasion to [] The post International Womens Day: Leaders nationwide exalt womens contribution, role in development appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 5:00 am

Jammu celebrates as India retains T20 World Cup title

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 8: Jubilant scenes were witnessed across Jammu as cricket fans poured onto the streets to celebrate Indias emphatic victory in the ICC T20 World Cup final against New Zealand on Sunday. Defending their title in style, India produced a sensational batting performance to defeat New Zealand by 96 runs after posting a record total in the summit clash. CLICK HERE TO WATCH VIDEO Soon after the victory, celebrations erupted across the city with cricket enthusiasts [] The post Jammu celebrates as India retains T20 World Cup title appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 5:00 am

FICCI FLO JKL hosts Legacy on the Ladle culinary masterclass

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 8: FICCI FLO Jammu, Kashmir & Ladakh (JKL) chapter, under the leadership of chairperson Aarti Chowdhary and the core team, in collaboration with Hotel KC Residency, organized an engaging culinary event titled Legacy on the Ladle, an exclusive cooking masterclass led by renowned chef Dr Sanjay Jamwal, corporate executive chef, television show judge and author of Delights of Dogra Cuisine, along with executive chef Kaushal Sharma. Held at KC Regalia, Jammu, the event brought together members [] The post FICCI FLO JKL hosts Legacy on the Ladle culinary masterclass appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 5:00 am

MOS Kirti Vardhan Singh calls for future-ready Commonwealth catering to needs of Global South

LONDON, Mar 8: Indias Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh on Sunday called for a reformed, future-ready Commonwealth delivering tangible benefits for members and emphasising the needs of the Global South. Singh is leading the Indian delegation at the 26th Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers Meeting (CFAMM) in London that is bringing together foreign ministers of the 56 member nations around the theme of Commonwealth at a Moment of Strategic Opportunity. Singh started the days engagement with participation [] The post MOS Kirti Vardhan Singh calls for future-ready Commonwealth catering to needs of Global South appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 5:00 am

Ranji Crown Shines on the head of Jammu and Kashmir

B L Saraf bushanlalsaraf@gmail.com Jammu and Kashmir is the new Ranjhi trophy champion. The whole place is up in jubiliation. Youth, in particular, is exuberant. And why not! After all the maiden victory is a hard fought one which has come after a long wait of 67 years. Congratulations are pouring in from all quarters. PM Narendra Modi hailed J &Ks first ever Ranji trophy victory in glowing terms and said that this feat will inspire young to dream big [] The post Ranji Crown Shines on the head of Jammu and Kashmir appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:50 am

West Bengal Heading for a Layered Electoral Battle in 2026 Polls

By Dr. Gyan Pathak As West Bengal approaches the 2026 Assembly elections likely to be held in April-May, the contest has moved well beyond a conventional TMC-versus-BJP face-off. What is unfolding is a layered political struggle shaped by the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, the deployment of central forces, erupting protests across districts, and sharply contrasting campaign strategies adopted by the principal players the ruling All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). [] The post West Bengal Heading for a Layered Electoral Battle in 2026 Polls appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:37 am

LG interacts with youth from Ladakh visiting Jammu under ABVPs SERU initiative

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 8: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today interacted with the youth from Ladakh visiting Jammu as part of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishads (ABVP) Students Experience in Regional Understanding (SERU) Rashtriya Ekatmata Yatra 2026, at Lok Bhavan, Jammu. During the interaction, the Lieutenant Governor welcomed the youth and encouraged them to learn from diverse cultures and experiences and contribute positively to society. He said that programmes like SERU are instrumental in strengthening the spirit of national [] The post LG interacts with youth from Ladakh visiting Jammu under ABVPs SERU initiative appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:30 am

Students in Iran being relocated in phases: Misri to JKSA

India coordinating with Iranian authorities Irfan Tramboo SRINAGAR, Mar 8: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has informed the J&K Students Association (JKSA) that Indian students in vulnerable areas of Iran are being relocated in a phased manner amid the evolving security situation, assuring that the Government is leaving no stone unturned to ensure their safety. The assurance came during a meeting between Misri and JKSA National Convenor, Nasir Khuehami on Saturday evening on the sidelines of the Raisina Dialogue 2026 in [] The post Students in Iran being relocated in phases: Misri to JKSA appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:29 am

Centre bowed to US pressure instead of safeguarding nations interests: Karra

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 8: The Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) staged a protest in Jammu against the recent hike in the price of LPG cylinders and criticised the proposed Indo-US trade deal, alleging that the decisions would adversely affect the common people as well as the countrys economy. In connection with International Womens Day, a rally was organized by J&K Mahila Congress president Shamima Raina and Inderjeet Kour at Model Town, but the rally was later turned [] The post Centre bowed to US pressure instead of safeguarding nations interests: Karra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:28 am

DG reviews working of treasuries, processing of bills ahead of FY closure

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 8: Director General Accounts and Treasuries Fayaz Ahmed Lone today chaired a meeting to review the functioning of treasuries and the status of bills processing ahead of the closure of the current financial year 2025-26. Director Accounts & Treasuries, Jammu Rajesh Talwar; Joint Director (Central) DGAT, Ishfaq Ahmad Pandit; Saddar Treasury Officer, Yasir Sharief; Treasury Officer Additional Treasury Gandhi Nagar, Zafar Iqbal; Treasury Officer Additional Treasury Talab Tillo, Kuldeep Kumar; Treasury Officer Additional Treasury New Plot [] The post DG reviews working of treasuries, processing of bills ahead of FY closure appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:26 am

The captain and coach had faith in me even when I was doubting myself: Abhishek

AHMEDABAD, Mar 8: Swashbuckling opener Abhishek Sharma on Sunday thanked the Indian team management for backing him to the hilt even after he had started to doubt his ability during his lean run in the T20 World Cup. Abhishek fired in the big final against New Zealand as he smashed a 21-ball 52 to power Indias blistering start in the company of Sanju Samson after being asked to bat first. India, who posted 255/5, won by 96 runs to become [] The post The captain and coach had faith in me even when I was doubting myself: Abhishek appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:25 am

T20WC Triumph: Hugs, tears, chants of Vande Mataram mark a historic occasion

AHMEDABAD, Mar 8: Suryakumar Yadav welcomed a seismic occasion in Indian cricket an unparalleled third T20 World Cup title with almost a misplaced casualness, a smile and short-lived clap of hands. If one watched that visual in isolation, it was difficult to fathom that India had just handsomely beaten New Zealand by 96 runs to defend their title here on Sunday. But there was bedlam around the immovable rock. Hardik Pandya buzzed around, Arshdeep Singh found time to [] The post T20WC Triumph: Hugs, tears, chants of Vande Mataram mark a historic occasion appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:25 am

Today I won in my home venue: Bumrah recalls ODI World Cup heartbreak after title triumph

AHMEDABAD, Mar 8: The peerless Jasprit Bumrah was caught up in the flood of delight and relief after Indias T20 World Cup triumph here on Sunday, having suffered a heartbreak at the same venue less than three years ago. While India beat New Zealand by 96 runs in the final of the T20 showpiece, they lost to Australia in the title clash of the 2023 ODI World Cup in front of a packed house, and Bumrah was happy to have [] The post Today I won in my home venue: Bumrah recalls ODI World Cup heartbreak after title triumph appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:25 am

Court rejects bail pleas of 2 accused in NDPS case

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 8: A court in Ganderbal rejected the bail applications of two accused allegedly involved in narcotics trafficking. The order was passed by the Court of Additional Sessions Judge Ganderbal, Fozia Paul, while hearing bail applications filed by Kuldeep Singh and Mohammad Yaqoob Beigh in connection with FIR No. 49/2021 registered under Sections 8/15, 25 and 29 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. According to the prosecution, the Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) had received [] The post Court rejects bail pleas of 2 accused in NDPS case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:24 am

CB files chargesheet against 7 accused for misappropriation of funds

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 8: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of the Crime Branch J&K has filed a chargesheet against seven persons for allegedly misappropriating Government funds sanctioned for construction of a school building in Baramulla district. In a statement issued here, the Crime Branch said that the chargesheet in FIR No. 43/2018 was filed before the Court of Special Anti-Corruption Judge Baramulla for offences under Sections 420 and 120-B of the Ranbir Penal Code (RPC) read with Section [] The post CB files chargesheet against 7 accused for misappropriation of funds appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:24 am

11th J&K UT Bench Press Cship concludes

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 8: The 11th J&K UT Men and Women Bench Press Championship (Unequipped), 2026 was successfully organized by the Powerlifting Association of J&K under the banner of the Indian Powerlifting Federation (IPF) at Cuts & Curves Fitness Club, Upper Roop Nagar, Jammu. In the mens category, the gold medallists included Krishna Salotra, Kartik Sharma, Krishna Sharma, Vishushant, Naman Kerni, Brijesh, Dhruv Dhir, Nitish Verma, Mantoo Gupta, Suresh Sharma, Himanshu, Neeraj Kumar and Gurdayal Singh (2 golds). [] The post 11th J&K UT Bench Press Cship concludes appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:09 am

Sub Junior Hockey Cship from Mar 12

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 8: After a gap of three years, the Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh Foundation, in collaboration with Hockey J&K, is organizing the Shaheed Bhagat Singh Sub Junior Men Hockey Championship 2026 from March 12 to 15 at KK Hakku Astroturf Hockey Stadium, Jammu. As per handout issued twelve teams from across the Jammu and Kashmir UT will participate in the championship. Eligible players must be born on or after January 1, 2010, and carry their Aadhaar card [] The post Sub Junior Hockey Cship from Mar 12 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:08 am

With democratization of opportunities by Modi Govt J&K witnessing aspirational surge among youth: Dr Jitendra

Historic victory by Ranji team has energized youngsters Avtar Bhat JAMMU, Mar 8: Maintaining that democratization of opportunities by Narendra Modi Government have led to renewed sense of aspiration and self confidence among the youth, Union Minister, in PMO with Independent Charge of Ministries of Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, Dr Jitendra Singh today said that historic Ranji Trophy victory by Jammu and Kashmir Cricket team has energized youngsters and the team has become a source of inspiration for [] The post With democratization of opportunities by Modi Govt J&K witnessing aspirational surge among youth: Dr Jitendra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:07 am

Iran accused of attacks in UAE and Bahrain; smoke blankets Tehran from Israeli strikes

Indian national among 2 killed in Saudi Arabia Dubai, Mar 8: Israel on Sunday struck southern Lebanon, Beirut and oil storage facilities in Tehran as the war in the Middle East keeps escalating, and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised many surprises for the next phase of the conflict. Iran also hit a desalination plant in Bahrain. Earlier Sunday, Irans Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said a US airstrike damaged an Iranian desalination plant on Qeshm Island, warning that in doing so [] The post Iran accused of attacks in UAE and Bahrain; smoke blankets Tehran from Israeli strikes appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:06 am

Faceless mechanism to eradicate corruption from Govt processes established: LG

Machinery now operates for every individual *Calls upon ACB to expose injustice, earn peoples trust Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, March 8: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday called upon the Anti-Corruption Bureau to ensure that each decision, investigation and prosecution stands firm under scrutiny of the courts and must harness the authority granted by the nations Constitution to expose injustice, eradicate corruption entirely, and earn the trust of the people. Jammu Kashmir no longer settles for mediocrity or the ordinary. It [] The post Faceless mechanism to eradicate corruption from Govt processes established: LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:05 am

Delhi got rid of AAPs less work-more excuses model, development accelerated under BJP: Modi

NEW DELHI, Mar 8 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the pace of all-round development in Delhi has accelerated since the BJP government was formed a year ago and alleged that under AAPs rule, works were stalled due to excuses and projects died in files. Addressing a gathering at Burari ground after inaugurating and launching projects worth Rs 33,500 crore, including two new Metro corridors, Modi said that Delhi is not only the capital of the country, but [] The post Delhi got rid of AAPs less work-more excuses model, development accelerated under BJP: Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:04 am

Govt sets up 17-member committee for larger reforms in SEZ policy

NEW DELHI, Mar 8: The government has set up a 17-member committee to suggest larger reforms in the policy for special economic zones (SEZs), an official said. It will submit a concept paper or roadmap or suggestions or amendments within six months along with its recommendations for broad-based and comprehensive reforms to formulate a SEZ 2.0 policy. It will undertake a background study focused on the harmonisation of various prevalent export promotion schemes, including SEZs, export-oriented units (EoUs), MOOWR (Manufacturing [] The post Govt sets up 17-member committee for larger reforms in SEZ policy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:04 am

Sudarsan Pattnaik showcases sand-and-colour paintings at Venice exhibition

LONDON, Mar 8 : Internationally renowned sand artist and Padma Shri awardee Sudarsan Pattnaik is representing India at Contemporary Venice 2026, where he is showcasing his mixed-media Jugalbandi paintings that combine natural sand with colour on canvas. Pattnaik, from Odisha, is the only Indian artist participating in the international exhibition being held at the historic Palazzo Albrizzi-Capello in Venice, Italy, according to a press release issued on Sunday. At the exhibition, the artist is presenting his Jugalbandi series, a body [] The post Sudarsan Pattnaik showcases sand-and-colour paintings at Venice exhibition appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:04 am

Pakistans equipment, information, AI is from a different country: Army Chief

Army contributing significantly to Ladakhs economy Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Mar 8: Army chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi has said when a Pakistan soldier presses a button , the equipment, the information and the Artificial Intelligence (AI) is from a different country which means the interoperability is a cause of concern. He said the Indian Army has contributed significantly to economy of the Union Territory of Ladakh, much more than the tourists. Speaking at the podcast, the Army Chief quoted Russia-Ukraine example [] The post Pakistans equipment, information, AI is from a different country: Army Chief appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Mar 2026 4:04 am