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Jammu Printers Association holds general body meeting

Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Apr 26: The general Body meeting of Jammu Printers Association (JPA) was held here today. The welcome address was presented by the associations president, Sanjeev Verma. The proceedings were marked by a spirit of collaboration and mutual respect, with members engaging in a constructive and productive dialogue. The atmosphere remained cordial throughout, providing a platform for members to share their perspectives and offer valuable suggestions for the growth of the association. A key highlight of the meeting [] The post Jammu Printers Association holds general body meeting appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 5:10 am

NHPC ED inaugurates Ambedkar Library at Guru Ravidass Gurudwara

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 26: Executive Director (ED) of NHPC, Ram Swaroop today inaugurated Babasaheb Dr B R Ambedkar Library-cum-Computer Centre within the premises of Guru Ravidass Gurudwara, Krishna Nagar, Jammu. Director KVIC Rajesh Kumar was the guest of honour, while Prof Sanjay Kumar Bhasin attended as special guest. The centre has been set up to provide free library and computer facilities to poor and marginalised sections of society. Speakers said the project was established with financial support provided under [] The post NHPC ED inaugurates Ambedkar Library at Guru Ravidass Gurudwara appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 5:10 am

Renault Duster launched

Excelsior Correspondent 27JAMMU, Apr 26: The all-new Renault Duster was launched here at the Renault showroom in Kunjwani marking an exciting addition to the regions SUV segment. The launch event was graced by the chief guest, Dilawar Singh Manhas, Yuva Rajput Sabha president, who unveiled the vehicle and highlighted its strong road presence and advanced features. A handout stated that the new Renault Duster delivers a compelling blend of performance, comfort and modern technology, engineered specifically for Indian driving conditions. [] The post Renault Duster launched appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 5:10 am

Pak President Zardari visits SANY Heavy Industry unit in Chinas Changsha city

BEIJING, Apr 26: Pakistans President Asif Ali Zardari, currently on a visit to China, took a tour of SANY Heavy Industry Co Ltd in Changsha, Hunan province, on Sunday. He was briefed by Chairman of Sany Group Tang Xiuguo, on the companys advanced manufacturing systems, product lines and ongoing investments in research and development, Pakistans state-run APP news agency reported. Pakistans Foreign Ministry said on Saturday that Zardari is scheduled to visit China from April 25 to May 1 with [] The post Pak President Zardari visits SANY Heavy Industry unit in Chinas Changsha city appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 5:00 am

Rinku, Narine shine as KKR tide over LSG in Super Over

LUCKNOW, Apr 26: After Lucknow Super Giants walked with them toe-to-toe in regulation time, Kolkata Knight Riders found a familiar saviour in Sunil Narine to register a tight Super Over victory in their IPL match here on Sunday. Both Super Giants and Knight Riders ended up at 155 when a total of 40 overs were bowled, but Narine made all the difference in the Super Over. Conjuring his years of experience, the spinner dismissed Nicholas Pooran and Aiden Markram to [] The post Rinku, Narine shine as KKR tide over LSG in Super Over appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 5:00 am

Bengals TMC govt not run from state secretariat, but by party-sheltered criminals: Modi

ARAMBAG (West Bengal), Apr 26 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday alleged the TMC government in West Bengal is not run from the state secretariat but by criminals sheltered by the party. Addressing his second rally of the day in the Haripal area of Arambag in the Hooghly district, a day before the poll campaign ends, he said the TMCs dependence on anti-social elements in ruling the state often forces the Calcutta High Court or the Supreme Court to [] The post Bengals TMC govt not run from state secretariat, but by party-sheltered criminals: Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 5:00 am

Indias wheat production resilient despite setbacks: Agri ministry

NEW DELHI, Apr 26 : The agriculture ministry on Sunday asserted that Indias wheat production for 2025-26 crop year remains stable and resilient despite localised damage caused by unseasonal rainfall and hailstorms, even as an industry body pegged output significantly below the governments earlier forecast. The Roller Flour Millers Federation of India (RFFI) on April 24 projected wheat output at 110.65 million tonnes for the 2025-26 crop year (July-June), marginally higher than 109.63 million tonnes produced in 2024-25, after factoring [] The post Indias wheat production resilient despite setbacks: Agri ministry appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 5:00 am

Women Reservation-Delimitation Bill Political battle with interesting overtones

Anil Anand a.anil.anand@gmail.com There are many firsts to the credit of the current central dispensation, both in its governance and political formats, as the penchant is now widely known. Mostly the firsts, for the purpose of claiming credit, are related to success and Prime Minister Narendra Modi leads from the front to claim credit and rightly too. What about the first of a different variety, a failure? The unfavourable outcome of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, related to the [] The post Women Reservation-Delimitation Bill Political battle with interesting overtones appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 4:59 am

Vanishing Lakes Crisis

There are crises that unfold with a thunderclap earthquakes, floods, fires and then there are those that advance with the quiet, inexorable cruelty of a slow bleed. The vanishing of lakes across J&K belongs emphatically to the latter. No siren has wailed. No emergency has been declared. And yet, according to a damning report by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India, 315 lakes nearly half of all catalogued water bodies in J&K have disappeared entirely, [] The post Vanishing Lakes Crisis appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 4:59 am

Delayed Terror Listings

Indias renewed push at the United Nations to have The Resistance Front formally designated as a terrorist organisation is not merely a diplomatic formality. It is a moral imperative. That the monitoring team of the UN Security Council is still considering the matter, long after the Pahalgam terror attack that shook the nation, exposes a deeply troubling truth: the worlds foremost multilateral body moves at a pace that terrorists exploited long ago. The TRF is no obscure militant faction. It [] The post Delayed Terror Listings appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 4:55 am

Is Indian Academic Research Worth the Cost?

Mohd Yunus Bhat yunusbhatt586@gmail.com Every year, India spends public money on research that few read, fewer cite, and almost no industry uses. Yet quietly, something is changing and the real question is whether the country is ready to see it. Somewhere in a university laboratory, a young doctoral scholar is bent over a spectrometer at midnight, measuring isotopic ratios in geological samples that might one day help explain the tectonic formation of the Indian subcontinent-earning a Junior Research Fellowship [] The post Is Indian Academic Research Worth the Cost? appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 4:55 am

CM pushes for Pvt University investment to boost education sector

Make J&K vibrant academic hub Excelsior Correspondent BENGALURU, Apr 26: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today interacted with a delegation of education sector representatives in Bengaluru, highlighting the opportunities created by the recently notified J&K Private University Act. Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, MLA Zadibal Tanvir Sadiq, senior officers and several education representatives were present during the interaction. During the meeting, Omar invited institutions to invest in the higher education sector and partner in positioning Jammu & Kashmir [] The post CM pushes for Pvt University investment to boost education sector appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 4:30 am

J&K Judicial Academy holds programme on new criminal laws at Police Auditorium

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 26: The J&K Judicial Academy today organised a one-day orientation programme on Criminal Justice Administration with special reference to New Criminal Laws at Police Auditorium, Gulshan Ground, Jammu. The programme was held under the patronage of Chief Justice of High Court of J&K and Ladakh, Justice Arun Palli. Judges of the High Court, judicial officers, prosecutors, police officers, legal aid defence counsels and law students from across Jammu province attended the event. Justice Rajnesh Oswal, Judge [] The post J&K Judicial Academy holds programme on new criminal laws at Police Auditorium appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 4:29 am

Space laboratories to be set up in universities, colleges across India: Dr Jitendra

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Apr 26: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Dr. Jitendra Singh today reviewed plans to set up Space laboratories in Universities and Colleges across India, with seven such labs to be established in the first phase to provide hands-on exposure to students in satellite systems, rocketry and mission design. The initiative is aimed at building a strong pipeline of skilled youth for Indias expanding space sector, which has attracted over USD 600 million in private investment [] The post Space laboratories to be set up in universities, colleges across India: Dr Jitendra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 4:28 am

LG Saxena visits Pashmina Goat Farm at Upshi

Excelsior Correspondent LEH, Apr 26: With an aim to strengthening and promoting Ladakhi Pashmina and positioning it as a global brand, the Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, visited the Pashmina Goat Farm at Upshi. Noting that Ladakh had immense potential to emerge as a global Pashmina hub, the Lt Governor emphasised the need to ensure better value realisation for local farmers and artisans. He stressed the importance of minimising wastage of raw wool and [] The post LG Saxena visits Pashmina Goat Farm at Upshi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 4:26 am

Omar joins TCS World 10K Bengaluru; lauds crowd support

BENGALURU, Apr 26: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah participated in the 18th edition of the TCS World 10K Bengaluru held in Bengaluru on Sunday, as the city witnessed a massive turnout of runners and enthusiastic spectators. The prestigious 10-kilometre road race, a World Athletics Gold Label event, saw the participation of elite international athletes alongside over 30,000 amateur runners from across India and abroad, reinforcing Bengalurus reputation as a major hub for distance running. Speaking after completing the [] The post Omar joins TCS World 10K Bengaluru; lauds crowd support appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 4:25 am

Jammu suffered more than Kashmir post 2019: PCC chief

*Dogras lost identity, jobs under BJP: Lal Singh Excelsior Correspondent BASOHLI, Apr 26: JKPCC president, Tariq Hameed Karra has said that Jammu region suffered more than Kashmir post 2019 and blamed BJP of selling false dreams and hopes to the people especially youths, who are suffering the most due to lack of job opportunities and uncertainty. Addressing a largely attended Congress rally at Basohli today, Karra hit out at BJP for befooling the innocent people giving hopes of a better [] The post Jammu suffered more than Kashmir post 2019: PCC chief appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 4:25 am

BJP leader Gaurav Gupta, Zonal Head ICICI Bank meet LG

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 26: BJP spokesperson and convenor, International Affairs, Gaurav Gupta here today called on Lieutenant Governor (LG), Manoj Sinha and submitted a memorandum highlighting the growing parking crisis in Jammu city. He proposed utilisation space under the flyovers for structured parking facilities. Gupta drew attention of the LG towards increasing traffic congestion in Jammu caused by unplanned roadside parking and the shortage of organised parking infrastructure in major markets and commercial hubs. He informed the Lieutenant Governor [] The post BJP leader Gaurav Gupta, Zonal Head ICICI Bank meet LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 4:25 am

BOPEE conducts CET for B.Sc. Nursing , B.Sc. Paramedical Courses

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 26: The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (BOPEE) conducted the Common Entrance Test (CET) for B.Sc. Nursing, B.Sc. Paramedical and B.Sc. Technology Courses-2026 for the academic session 2026-27 today at the designated Centres within the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The test was conducted in 48 examination centres across J&K with 37 in Kashmir and 11 in Jammu Division, wherein 25090 candidates appeared out of 26237 applicants making it a total of [] The post BOPEE conducts CET for B.Sc. Nursing , B.Sc. Paramedical Courses appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 4:24 am

Organ donors true role models, heroes of our society: LG

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 26: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today attended Naman Diwas an event dedicated to honor organ donors and their families. He paid his gratitude to organ donors and their families and said they have brought happiness in the countless lives. Because of you, someone is able to read today. Because of you, someone is seeing the colors of the world for the very first time. Because of you, someone is experiencing hope, freedom, and joy anew. I [] The post Organ donors true role models, heroes of our society: LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 4:09 am

926 forest fire incidents reported in J&K in 2025-26: Govt

223 control rooms functional, 1,500 personnel deployed for fire season Bivek Mathur JAMMU, Apr 26: A total of 926 forest fire incidents were reported across Jammu and Kashmir during the financial year 2025-26, nearly 300 fewer than the previous financial year, affecting around 2,105.57 hectares of forest land, the Government has informed the National Green Tribunal (NGT). During 2024-25, as many as 1,243 forest fire incidents were recorded in the Union Territory, damaging 3,503.70 hectares of forest area. Follow the [] The post 926 forest fire incidents reported in J&K in 2025-26: Govt appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 4:08 am

Notorious criminal killed in police action

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 26: A notorious criminal died during a police action after he and his associate allegedly opened fire on a police party at a naka in the Miran Sahib area here late on Sunday night. Officials said acting on specific intelligence about the movement of the accused, a special team of Police Station Miran Sahib laid a trap near the naka point. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp During checking, they said the accused, identified as [] The post Notorious criminal killed in police action appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 4:07 am

22 people dressed as monks arrested at Sri Lankan airport for carrying narcotics

COLOMBO, Apr 26 : A group of 22 people dressed as monks has been arrested for allegedly carrying Kush and Hashish narcotics at the Bandaranaike International Airport here upon arrival from Thailand, Sri Lankan police said. The Narcotics Bureau said the haul worth 1.1 billion Sri Lankan rupees was the largest drug seizure at the airport. The 22 individuals were arrested on Saturday for allegedly carrying 120 kg of Kush and Hashish narcotics on false bottomed suitcases, police said. They [] The post 22 people dressed as monks arrested at Sri Lankan airport for carrying narcotics appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 4:04 am

Raghu Rais demise leaves void in cultural world: PM Modi

NEW DELHI, April 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday mourned the death of legendary Indian photojournalist Raghu Rai, calling it an irreparable loss to the worlds of photography and culture. In a post on X, Modi paid homage to Rais extraordinary artistic legacy and his lifelong effort to capture Indias essence through his lens. Shri Raghu Rai Ji will be remembered as a creative stalwart, who captured Indias vibrancy through his lens. His photography had extraordinary sensitivity, depth and [] The post Raghu Rais demise leaves void in cultural world: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 4:04 am

AAP seeks termination of 7 defector MPs

NEW DELHI, Apr 26: Aam Aadmi Party MP Sanjay Singh said on Sunday that he has submitted a petition to Rajya Sabha Chairman C P Radhakrishnan seeking the disqualification of seven party MPs in the Upper House, who recently quit the AAP and announced their merger with the BJP. Addressing a press conference, the AAP Rajya Sabha member also said the party would pursue legal action in the matter if needed, alleging that the move by the seven MPs violated [] The post AAP seeks termination of 7 defector MPs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 4:04 am

UK PM Starmer calls Trump after shocking shooting in Washington

LONDON, Apr 26: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Sunday called US President Donald Trump to express his relief that he was safe following the shooting incident at the White House Correspondents Dinner in Washington DC. Trump had been hurriedly evacuated from the venue after an armed man rushed past a security checkpoint on Saturday night. A US Secret Service officer was shot at from close-range in the clash but saved by his bullet-proof vest. He [Starmer] extended his best [] The post UK PM Starmer calls Trump after shocking shooting in Washington appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Apr 2026 4:03 am

West Asia Diplomacy in Flux: Irans Araghchi Makes Second Islamabad Stop as US Cancels Talks Mission

SRINAGAR: Irans Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi returned to Pakistan on Sunday for the second time in three days, underscoring fast-moving diplomatic efforts amid uncertainty over the next phase of IranUnited States peace talks, international media reported. Araghchi arrived at Nur Khan Airbase in Rawalpindi on Sunday evening after a brief visit to Oman, where he []

KashmirLife 26 Apr 2026 11:05 pm

Organ Donors Honoured as True Heroes at Naman Diwas: LG Sinha Calls for Wider Pledge Movement

SRINAGAR:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday paid tribute to organ donors and their families at Naman Diwas, describing them as true role models whose selfless acts have brought hope and life to countless people. Addressing a gathering of families of cornea and kidney donors, the Lieutenant Governor said no award can adequately recognise the value []

KashmirLife 26 Apr 2026 10:37 pm

Sawalkote Project Row: Ramban Residents Form JAC, Oppose Shift of Benefits and Connectivity

SRINAGAR: A public meeting held at Dak Bungalow in Ramban on Sunday saw strong opposition from residents against any proposed diversion of benefits linked to the Sawalkote Hydroelectric Project, with participants asserting that the district must remain the primary stakeholder. The gathering, attended by local residents, youth and civil society members, expressed concern over reports []

KashmirLife 26 Apr 2026 10:22 pm

JKBOPEE Conducts CET for Nursing, Paramedical and Technology Courses Across Jammu Kashmir

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (JKBOPEE) on Sunday conducted the Common Entrance Test (CET) for BSc Nursing, BSc Paramedical, and BSc Technology courses for the academic session 202627 across the Union Territory. The examination was held at 48 centres, including 37 in Kashmir division and 11 in Jammu division. Of []

KashmirLife 26 Apr 2026 10:13 pm

West Asia Situation: Govt Moves to Secure Fuel Supply, Maritime Operations and Safety of Indians

SRINAGAR:Amid the evolving situation in West Asia, the Government of India has initiated a series of coordinated measures to ensure uninterrupted energy supplies, maintain maritime operations, and safeguard Indian nationals in the region. Ministries including Petroleum and Natural Gas, External Affairs, and Ports, Shipping and Waterways are working in tandem to sustain critical sectors and []

KashmirLife 26 Apr 2026 9:53 pm

PM Modi Highlights Kalari Cheese of Jammu Kashmir Featured in His Mann Ki Baat

SRINAGAR: Kalari cheese of Jammu Kashmir found a prominent mention in the latest episode of Mann Ki Baat, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscored Indias diverse food heritage while linking it to broader themes of innovation, sustainability, and economic progress. In his address, the Prime Minister described Kalari as the Mozzarella of Kashmir, noting its []

KashmirLife 26 Apr 2026 9:46 pm

Labourer Dies After Fall from Under-Construction Flyover in Jammu Kashmir

SRINAGAR: A labourer died after accidentally falling from an under-construction flyover near Majalta Morh in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, officials said. Officials said that the incident occurred during ongoing construction work on the flyover stretch from Majalta Morh to Majalta, when the labourer lost balance and fell from the arch of []

KashmirLife 26 Apr 2026 9:37 pm

MeT Predicts Light Rain, Thundershowers Across Jammu Kashmir

SRINAGAR: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar on Sunday forecast generally dry weather across Jammu and Kashmir on April 26, followed by cloudy conditions with spells of light rain, thundershowers, and gusty winds at scattered to many places from April 27 onwards. Director of the MeT Centre Srinagar, Mukhtar Ahmad, said that April 2728 will witness generally []

KashmirLife 26 Apr 2026 9:08 pm

5-Year-Old Boy Drowns in South Kashmir River

SRINAGAR: A Five-year-old boy drowned in the Rambiara River near Dubjan in south Kashmirs Shopian district on Sunday, officials said. According to reports, the incident took place in the Dabhan locality when the child accidentally slipped into the river and was swept away. Following the incident, the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) Shopian launched a []

KashmirLife 26 Apr 2026 8:55 pm

Govts Gerrymandering Attempt Defeated; Womens Quota Bill Still Alive: Ruhullah Mehdi

SRINAGAR, Apr 26: National Conference MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi on Sunday said the Constitution Amendment Bill could have led to concentration of legislative power within five Hindi-speaking states of the country if it would have been passed. Talking to reporters during a constituency visit here, Mehdi said the Womens Reservation Bill was unanimously passed by the parliament in 2023, but opposition has defeated a bill that could have led to a flawed delimitation process under the garb of implementing [] The post Govts Gerrymandering Attempt Defeated; Womens Quota Bill Still Alive: Ruhullah Mehdi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 5:41 pm

Jammu: Heatwave Alert For 5 Districts

JAMMU, Apr 26: The Meteorological department on Sunday issued a heatwave alert for five districts of the Jammu region. The weather is expected to remain pleasant in the rest of the union territory over the next five days. Hot and dry weather is likely to continue in Jammu, Kathua, Samba, Reasi and Udhampur districts during the next two days with heat wave conditions at a few places on 26-27 April, an Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) official said. The official noted [] The post Jammu: Heatwave Alert For 5 Districts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 5:29 pm

BJP will end goonda raj, syndicate raj if it comes to power in Bengal: Shah

KOLKATA, Apr 26: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said the BJP will end goonda raj and syndicate raj in West Bengal if the party comes to power in the state. Addressing a public rally at Tehatta in Nadia district, Shah also claimed that voters wiped out the Mamata Banerjee government in the first phase of the assembly polls itself. The BJP has already won 110 seats in the first phase of polls held on April 23, he said. [] The post BJP will end goonda raj, syndicate raj if it comes to power in Bengal: Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 5:15 pm

Srinagar Khel Sankalp Document Outlines National Vision To Strengthen Sports Culture

SRINAGAR, Apr 26: Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Sunday released Srinagar Khel Sankalp document at the end of the three-day Chintan Shivir, outlining a collective national vision to strengthen sports culture through cooperative federalism, with a focus on athlete-centric development and expansion of infrastructure. The document recognised sport as a driver of economic growth and nation-building boosting tourism, attracting international events, spurring local industry and reinforcing Indias ambition to host major global sporting events. It said sports federations, states [] The post Srinagar Khel Sankalp Document Outlines National Vision To Strengthen Sports Culture appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 4:49 pm

CM Omar Runs Bengaluru 10K, Praises Event Organization, Flags Humidity Challenge

Bengaluru, April 26: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah participated in the TCS World 10K held in Bengaluru on Sunday, describing the race as a world-class event marked by high enthusiasm and strong participation. Speaking to reporters after completing the run, Abdullah said the event stood out for its organization and energy. Amazing event, world-class event, enthusiasm fantastic, he said, reflecting on his experience at one of Indias premier road races. He added that while he began the race [] The post CM Omar Runs Bengaluru 10K, Praises Event Organization, Flags Humidity Challenge appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 4:44 pm

Police in Northern Ireland declare security alert after reports of car bomb explosion

LONDON, Apr 26: Police in Northern Ireland have declared a security alert in the town of Dunmurry, on the outskirts of Belfast, after reports that a car bomb exploded near a police station. Homes in the vicinity have been evacuated, and members of the public are advised to avoid the area, the Police Service of Northern Ireland said on Sunday. It is distressing and disturbing to wake up to the news that a car bomb exploded outside Dunmurry police station [] The post Police in Northern Ireland declare security alert after reports of car bomb explosion appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 4:20 pm

Syrias first public trial of Assad-era officials opens in Damascus

DAMASCUS (Syria), Apr 26: The first public trial in Syria of officials linked to the rule of former President Bashar Assad opened in Damascus Sunday. Atef Najib, a former Syrian army brigadier general who was head of the Political Security Branch in southern Syrias Daraa province under Assad, appeared in the courtroom to face charges related to crimes against the Syrian people, state-run news agency SANA reported. Najib was in that position in 2011 when teenagers who scrawled anti-government graffiti [] The post Syrias first public trial of Assad-era officials opens in Damascus appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 4:18 pm

LG Manoj Sinha Champions Organ Donation, Urges Mass Awareness Across J&K

JAMMU, Apr 26: Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday appealed to citizens to take a pledge for organ donation and said the gift of life is respected across faiths. I appeal to every citizen to take the pledge for organ donation today. Let society remember that each one of us is a potential donor. Each one of us holds the extraordinary power to save lives even after we are gone, Sinha said as he attended Naman Diwas, [] The post LG Manoj Sinha Champions Organ Donation, Urges Mass Awareness Across J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 4:12 pm

Jammu Kashmir High Court Orders Fresh Hearing in Cheque Bounce Case

SRINAGAR: The High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh has set aside an order directing payment of interim compensation in a cheque dishonour case, ruling that such relief cannot be granted mechanically without proper judicial reasoning. The judgment was delivered by Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal in CRM(M) No. 185/2026, reserved on April 15 and pronounced []

KashmirLife 26 Apr 2026 4:07 pm

TMCs reign of terror prevails in West Bengal: Rahul

NEW DELHI, Apr 26: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday strongly condemned the killing of party worker Debdeep Chatterjee allegedly by TMC goons, and said his party will not bow before this politics that stains Indias non-violent tradition. Chatterjee was brutally murdered in Asansol during post-poll violence. He was closely associated with Asansol North Congress candidate Prasenjit Puitandi, the party claimed. The worker was attacked and beaten by those linked to the ruling All India Trinamool Congress and succumbed to [] The post TMCs reign of terror prevails in West Bengal: Rahul appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 3:54 pm

BJP spreading rumours of contact between Punjab AAP MLAs, Raghav Chadha: Sanjay Singh

NEW DELHI, Apr 26: Senior AAP leader Sanjay Singh on Sunday dismissed claims that party MLAs in Punjab are in contact with Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha, who recently joined the BJP, labelling such developments as misinformation and rumours. Singh accused the BJP and Raghav Chadha of deliberately spreading these rumours and noted that protests are being held across Punjab against the betrayal by Chadha and other Rajya Sabha MPs who left AAP to join the BJP. The public sentiment [] The post BJP spreading rumours of contact between Punjab AAP MLAs, Raghav Chadha: Sanjay Singh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 3:53 pm

At Bengaluru, CM Omar Pushes For Private University Investment To Boost J&K Education Sector

BENGALURU, Apr 26: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today interacted with a delegation of education sector representatives in Bengaluru, highlighting the opportunities created by the recently notified J&K Private University Act. Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, MLA Zadibal Tanvir Sadiq, senior officers and several education representatives were present during the interaction. During the meeting, the Chief Minister invited institutions to invest in the higher education sector and partner in positioning Jammu & Kashmir as a vibrant academic hub. [] The post At Bengaluru, CM Omar Pushes For Private University Investment To Boost J&K Education Sector appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 3:21 pm

Correspondents dinner firing: World leaders say political violence has no place in democracy

WASHINGTON, Apr 26: World leaders expressed relief that US President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania and other guests were unharmed after a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents dinner here on Saturday night and asserted that political violence has no place in a democracy. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who has had frequent run-ins with Trump, described the shooting incident at the Washington Hilton hotel as a disturbing event. I am relieved that the President, the First Lady, and [] The post Correspondents dinner firing: World leaders say political violence has no place in democracy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 3:20 pm

Fin Min asks PSBs to complete wage revision process in next 12 months

NEW DELHI, Apr 26: The Government has asked public sector banks to initiate the process of negotiations for the 13th Bi-partite settlement in a time-bound manner and finalise it in the next 12 months. The wage revision for employees and officers of public sector banks would be due from November 1, 2027. Public sector banks (PSBs) and financial institutions, including insurance companies revise wages of their employees every five years. As part of the settlement, the Indian Banks Association (IBA) [] The post Fin Min asks PSBs to complete wage revision process in next 12 months appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 3:19 pm

LG Sinha Attends Naman Diwas An Event Dedicated To Honor Organ Donors And Their Families

Jammu, Apr 26: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today attended Naman Diwas an event dedicated to honor organ donors and their families. The Lieutenant Governor paid his gratitude to organ donors and their families and said they have brought happiness in the countless lives. Because of you, someone is able to read today. Because of you, someone is seeing the colors of the world for the very first time. Because of you, someone is experiencing hope, freedom, and joy anew. I [] The post LG Sinha Attends Naman Diwas An Event Dedicated To Honor Organ Donors And Their Families appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 3:18 pm

Indian Cheese Making Its Mark Globally: PM Modi

NEW DELHI, Apr 26: Noting the growing popularity of Indian cheese globally, Prime Minister Modi on Sunday stated that the Indian dairy sector is undergoing a major transformation. In his monthly radio address Mann Ki Baat, Modi highlighted that the taste of India is making its way to plates internationally, and how the dairy sector has been crucial to giving Indian traditional flavours a new identity. The prime minister informed that two Indian cheese brands received prestigious awards at an [] The post Indian Cheese Making Its Mark Globally: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 3:15 pm

Jammu Kashmir Police Orders Transfer and Posting of Four DSPs

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Police Headquarters has ordered the immediate transfer of four Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) in the interest of administration. According to Order No. 1404 of 2026 issued by DIG (Personnel) Mubassir Latifi, IPS, Tahir Amin Sheikh (PID No. KPS125759) has been transferred from DSP DAR Jammu to SDPO Domana. Dheeraj []

KashmirLife 26 Apr 2026 3:14 pm

Jitendra Singh Reviews Plans To Build Space Labs In Universities, Colleges

New Delhi, Apr 26: Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Sunday reviewed plans to set up space laboratories in universities and colleges across India, according to a statement released here. The initiative involves establishing seven such labs, which would provide hands-on exposure to students in satellite systems, rocketry and mission design. The aim is to build a strong pipeline of skilled youth for Indias expanding space sector, which has attracted over USD 600 million in private investment over the past five [] The post Jitendra Singh Reviews Plans To Build Space Labs In Universities, Colleges appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 3:12 pm

Par Panel Taken Aback As NMC Issues Regulations Without Law Ministry Clearance

NEW DELHI, Apr 26: A parliamentary committee has said it was taken aback to find that crucial regulations issued by the National Medical Commission were not vetted by the Union law ministry, an essential prerequisite to prevent future infirmities. In its report on Infirmities in the regulations framed under the National Medical Commission Act, the Lok Sabha Committee on Subordinate Legislation said getting draft rules and regulations vetted by the law ministry from the legal, constitutional and drafting point of [] The post Par Panel Taken Aback As NMC Issues Regulations Without Law Ministry Clearance appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 3:10 pm

Woman Killed, Man Injured After Car Plunges into Nallah in Central Kashmir

SRINAGAR: A woman was killed while a man sustained injuries when a car they were travelling in skidded off the road and fell into a deep nallah near Charar-i-Sharief in Central Kashmirs Budgam district on Sunday. An official said that the driver of the vehicle lost control near Zinpanchal which led to the ill-fated vehicle []

KashmirLife 26 Apr 2026 2:59 pm

Allahabad HC slaps Rs 15L costs on man for suppressing facts in maintenance case against wife

PRAYAGRAJ, Apr 26: The Allahabad High Court has dismissed a petition filed by an advocate seeking expeditious disposal of a maintenance case against his wife, terming the litigation vexatious and born out of pretences. Justice Vinod Diwakar imposed a compensatory cost of Rs 15 lakh on the petitioner-husband for suppressing material facts in his affidavits and subjecting his wife to systemic depletion. The court observed that the man, an able-bodied practising advocate, had not only concealed a prior maintenance order [] The post Allahabad HC slaps Rs 15L costs on man for suppressing facts in maintenance case against wife appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 2:23 pm

4 DSPs Transferred In Jammu Region

JAMMU, Apr 26: Jammu and Kashmir Police have ordered the transfer and posting of 4 Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) in the Jammu region with immediate effect in the interest of administration. According to an order issued by Police Headquarters Jammu, Tahir Amin Sheikh, DSP DAR Jammu has been transferred and posted as SDPO Domana, while Dheraj Singh Katoch, SDPO Border Kathua, has been transferred and posted DSP DAR Jammu. Similarly, Mudassar Hussain, SDPO Domana, has been transferred and posted [] The post 4 DSPs Transferred In Jammu Region appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 2:17 pm

HM Amit Shah to Visit Leh on April 30

SRINAGAR: Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to visit Leh on April 30 for a two-day trip, marking his first visit to Ladakh since widespread unrest last year over demands for statehood and inclusion under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution. The visit comes at a politically significant time as local groups in Ladakh []

KashmirLife 26 Apr 2026 2:04 pm

Buddhas Thoughts Are Even More Relevant In Times Of Global Tensions And Conflict, Says PM Modi

New Delhi, Apr 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday emphasised the significance of Lord Buddhas teachings, given the times of global tensions and conflicts, and said that these thoughts inspire people to bring peace into their lives, adopt compassion and move forward with balance. The month of May is starting with an auspicious occasion. In a few days, we will celebrate Buddha Purnima. I extend my greetings to all countrymen in advance. Lord Gautam Buddhas life message remains relevant [] The post Buddhas Thoughts Are Even More Relevant In Times Of Global Tensions And Conflict, Says PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 1:34 pm

Commerce minister Goyal to meet exporters, industry associations on April 27

NEW DELHI, Apr 26: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will hold a meeting with representatives of export promotion councils (EPCs) and industry associations on April 27 here to discuss ways to boost the countrys outbound shipments, an official said. The meeting will be held after India and New Zealand sign the free trade pact here at Bharat Mandapam. Todd McClay, New Zealands Minister for Trade and Investment, is already here with a business delegation. The minister is holding talks [] The post Commerce minister Goyal to meet exporters, industry associations on April 27 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 1:10 pm

Expect India to be largest market by passenger volume by 2030 for FlixBus: Co official

NEW DELHI, Apr 26: Global travel-tech firm FlixBus, which offers long-distance bus and train services, expects India to become its largest market by passenger volume by 2030, according to a senior company official. The company, which entered the Indian market in February 2024, currently offers only intercity bus services in India and plans to further scale its operations on the Delhi-Dehradun corridor, FlixBus Chief Commercial Officer Max Zeumer told PTI. India represents one of FlixBus most strategic growth markets globally [] The post Expect India to be largest market by passenger volume by 2030 for FlixBus: Co official appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 1:09 pm

CIL plans 10-year roadmap to slash 243 MT coal imports

NEW DELHI, Apr 26: State-owned Coal India Ltd is planning a comprehensive 10-year roadmap to slash the current 243 MT coal import volume through ramped-up domestic production, coal quality upgrades, and logistics cost parity. The proposed roadmap targeting coal import cuts includes a detailed forensic audit of imports, backed by sector-specific policies and phased shift strategies to boost local supply, a source said. It will also include the National Washery & Logistics Grid to streamline coal washing and transport, addressing [] The post CIL plans 10-year roadmap to slash 243 MT coal imports appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 1:08 pm

Adani Green to invest Rs 15,000 cr to add 10 GWh battery storage in FY27

NEW DELHI, Apr 26: Adani Green Energy Ltd plans to invest about Rs 15,000 crore to add more than 10 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of battery energy storage capacity in the current financial year, as it pivots towards delivering reliable, dispatchable clean power amid Indias accelerating energy transition. The proposed addition will be over and above the roughly 3 GWh of installed storage capacity the company expects to reach shortly, following the commissioning of 1.4 GWh during FY26, it said during its [] The post Adani Green to invest Rs 15,000 cr to add 10 GWh battery storage in FY27 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 1:06 pm

Jammu Kashmir High Court Dismisses Habeas Corpus Plea of Sopore Man, Upholds Detention Under PSA

SRINAGAR: The High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh has upheld the preventive detention of a Sopore resident under the Public Safety Act (PSA), dismissing a habeas corpus petition challenging the detention order. The judgment was delivered by Justice MA Chowdhary in HCP No. 228/2024, reserved on April 16, 2026, and pronounced on April 22, []

KashmirLife 26 Apr 2026 12:59 pm

4 vying to be next UN chief try to set themselves apart as race heats up

UNITED NATIONS, Apr 26: Four candidates vying to lead the United Nations have spent hours being grilled about their views on issues from restoring global peace to ending escalating poverty in what the UN General Assembly president called one of the toughest job interviews in the world. There was no clear victor after Chiles Michelle Bachelet, Argentinas Rafael Grossi, Costa Ricas Rebeca Grynspan and Senegals Macky Sall fielded questions from UN ambassadors this past week. Plus, other candidates could [] The post 4 vying to be next UN chief try to set themselves apart as race heats up appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 12:43 pm

Everyone Should Come Together In Interest Of Nation: Delhi CM

KATRA/JAMMU, Apr 26: Everyone gains wisdom with time, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta quipped on Sunday on multiple AAP MLAs switching to the BJP. Gupta was speaking to reporters before leaving for the shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi here. Rajya Sabha member and AAP leader Raghav Chadha on Friday joined the BJP along with six other party MPs. Reacting to the development, Gupta said, With time, everyone gains wisdom. I believe that in the interest of the nation, everyone should [] The post Everyone Should Come Together In Interest Of Nation: Delhi CM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 12:43 pm

Philippine officials say 2 Americans among suspected communist rebels killed in clash with troops

MANILA (Philippines), Apr 26: Two Americans were among 19 suspected communist guerrillas who were killed in clashes with Philippine troops in a central province earlier this week, a government anti-insurgency task force said Saturday night. The National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict said the Americans were killed with 17 other suspected New Peoples Army guerrillas in a series of clashes with army forces on April 19 in the coastal town of Toboso in Negros Occidental province. The [] The post Philippine officials say 2 Americans among suspected communist rebels killed in clash with troops appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 12:42 pm

Ladakh LG Approves New Emblem, Flag, Logo For Fire & Rescue Service

LEH, Apr 26: To strengthen institutional identity and enhance professionalism, Ladakh Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena on Sunday approved the official emblem, flag, logo, and other insignia of the Fire and Rescue Service Department, an official said. The approval follows a proposal submitted by the Fire and Rescue Service Department to establish a distinct and unified identity for it, in line with national standards, while reflecting Ladakhs unique cultural and geographical character, a spokesman for the lieutenant governors (L-G) office [] The post Ladakh LG Approves New Emblem, Flag, Logo For Fire & Rescue Service appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 12:11 pm

Punjab Police security cover of MP Harbhajan Singh withdrawn

CHANDIGARH, Apr 26: The Punjab Police is learnt to have withdrawn the security cover of Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh, one of the seven lawmakers who switched to the BJP from AAP alongside Raghav Chadha, sources said. The police security cover comprising 9-10 policemen was withdrawn on Saturday, they said. The Punjab Police security was deployed at the former cricketers residence at the Chhotti Baradari locality in Jalandhar. Meanwhile, security personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force could be seen [] The post Punjab Police security cover of MP Harbhajan Singh withdrawn appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 12:02 pm

CM Omar Abdullah Participates in Bengaluru TCS World 10K, Praises World-Class Event

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah participated in the TCS World 10K marathon in Bengaluru on Sunday, lauding the event for its world-class standards, strong enthusiasm, and large-scale participation. After completing the race, Abdullah praised the marathons organisation and vibrant atmosphere, describing it as a premier sporting event. He said he began the []

KashmirLife 26 Apr 2026 12:00 pm

EMPLOYMENT (26-04-2026)

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Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 11:13 am

Trump Evacuated Following Gunfire at White House Event

SRINAGAR: US President Donald Trump was evacuated after shots were fired during the White House Correspondents Dinner at the Washington Hilton on Saturday night, causing panic inside the packed venue. President Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, and Vice President JD Vance were immediately escorted from the ballroom by tactical teams to a secure location. According []

KashmirLife 26 Apr 2026 11:01 am

Mercury likely to touch 44 deg C in Delhi; IMD issues alert for heatwave-like conditions

NEW DELHI, Apr 26: Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 26.2 degrees Celsius on Sunday, 2.4 notches below the seasonal average, according to the India Meteorological Department. The weather department has forecast partly cloudy sky with an orange alert for heatwave-like conditions at isolated places by the evening. The maximum temperature is expected to reach around 44 degrees Celsius on Sunday, the IMD said. The relative humidity in the capital was recorded at 43 per cent at 8.30 am. The [] The post Mercury likely to touch 44 deg C in Delhi; IMD issues alert for heatwave-like conditions appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 10:55 am

DIG Calls For Heightened Vigilance, Robust Security Grid Along IB In J&Ks Kathua

JAMMU, Apr 26: Strategic sensitivity of border areas calls for strict vigilance and heightened alertness along the International Border in Jammu and Kashmirs Kathua district, Deputy Inspector General of Police, Jammu-Samba-Kathua Range Shridhar Patil has said. He made the remarks while chairing a comprehensive security and crime review meeting with all supervisory officers at the District Police Lines in Kathua, a police spokesperson said on Sunday. He asked the officers to maintain strict vigilance and heightened alertness to effectively foil [] The post DIG Calls For Heightened Vigilance, Robust Security Grid Along IB In J&Ks Kathua appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 10:53 am

HM Amit Shah To Visit Leh Next Week, Pay Obeisance To Lord Buddhas Relics

LEH, Apr 26: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will arrive in Leh on April 30 for a two-day visit, Ladakh Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena said on Sunday. Saxena said the home minister will pay his respect to the sacred relics of Lord Buddha on the occasion of Buddha Purnima on May 1. It gives me great pleasure in sharing that Union Home Minister Amit Shah will be arriving in Leh on April 30 for a two-day visit. On May [] The post HM Amit Shah To Visit Leh Next Week, Pay Obeisance To Lord Buddhas Relics appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 10:39 am

Jammu Kashmir High Court Directs Kulgam Sessions Judge To Proceed in 2016 Yaripora Case

SRINAGAR: The High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh has clarified the issue of trial jurisdiction in a 2016 Yaripora case, directing the Principal Sessions Judge, Kulgam, to proceed with the matter in accordance with law. The reference was made by the Principal Sessions Judge, Kulgam, seeking guidance after procedural disagreements arose between the Sessions []

KashmirLife 26 Apr 2026 10:22 am

What Environmental History Tells Us About Climate Change In Kashmir?

by Shaista Amin Environmental history reveals how past human actions shaped todays climate crises, urging sustainable development by understanding landscapes as living archives of ecological memory and transformation. In an age defined by rising temperatures, erratic weather, and intensifying natural disasters, discussions about climate change often revolve around scientific data, technological innovation, and policy frameworks. []

KashmirLife 26 Apr 2026 10:07 am

Mandaviya Flags Off Sunday On Cycle Event In Srinagar

SRINAGAR, Apr 26: Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya on Sunday said the citizens of the country will have to be physically fit if India has to become a developed nation. Mandaviya, who is here for the three-day Chintan Shivir organised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, flagged off Sunday on Cycle event on banks of the Dal Lake. Sunday on Cycle is a message of fitness. If india has to become a developed country, [] The post Mandaviya Flags Off Sunday On Cycle Event In Srinagar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 9:44 am

Himalayan fish struggling to survive

Syed Talia Mushtaq, Tasaduq Hussain Shah Have you noticed how Himalayan rivers no longer behave the way they used to? The water runs barely or differently, the seasons feel out of sync and quietly, the fish that once thrived in these cold waters are struggling to survive. When we talk about climate change in the Himalayas, we imagine melting glaciers, erratic snowfall and flash floods. What often escapes attention is something far quieter, it is the steady transformation of life [] The post Himalayan fish struggling to survive appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 4:54 am

Omar takes dig at Cong over defections, says MLAs were bought & NC Govt was toppled in 1984

7 RS MPs who merged with BJP cant win even Panchayat elections *CM emphasizes role of cinema in boosting tourism in J&K Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Apr 25: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said that not even a single of seven Rajya Sabha Members, who merged with the BJP yesterday after quitting the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), can win even the Panchayat elections but had a dig at the Congress too saying the Government of his father (Farooq Abdullah) was also [] The post Omar takes dig at Cong over defections, says MLAs were bought & NC Govt was toppled in 1984 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 4:32 am

10-year roadmap to become global sporting powerhouse must not remain on paper: Mandaviya

Chintan Shivir of Sports Ministers begins in Srinagar Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 25: The Chintan Shivir of the Ministers of Youth Affairs & Sports of States and Union Territories commenced in Srinagar today with focused deliberations on strengthening Indias sports ecosystem through coordinated action, systemic reforms, policy convergence, and grassroots execution Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Addressing the inaugural session, Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, set the tone for the deliberations by emphasising [] The post 10-year roadmap to become global sporting powerhouse must not remain on paper: Mandaviya appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 4:31 am

Drug crisis fueled by neighbouring country to finance terrorism: LG

Time to confront challenge with full strength Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: I assure citizens that we will strike hard against drug networks. Yet this fight cannot be won by law alone, it must be won within society, through awareness, cooperation, and collective effort. We are building a Jammu Kashmir where drugs have no place, Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha said today. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp He said the 100 day drug-free J&K movement will inspire future [] The post Drug crisis fueled by neighbouring country to finance terrorism: LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 4:30 am

Khatana slams Omar Abdullah Govt over hazardous road construction in Kishtwar

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: Senior BJP leader and Rajya Sabha MP, Ghulam Ali Khatana has made a scathing attack on the Omar Abdullah-led Government, accusing it of executing development works in an unplanned and hazardous manner that is causing severe distress to residents in parts of Jammu and Kashmir. Citing an under-construction road project under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) in Kishtwar districts Bujwan tehsil, Khatana stated that the alignment of the road between PKN and Mouri [] The post Khatana slams Omar Abdullah Govt over hazardous road construction in Kishtwar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 4:30 am

Rana reviews development works at Bhaderwah

Excelsior Correspondent BHADERWAH, Apr 25: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana today chaired a comprehensive review meeting here to assess the status and progress of ongoing developmental works across departments in the sub-division. During the meeting, the Minister laid strong emphasis on inter-departmental coordination, transparency in execution, adherence to timelines and robust grievance redressal mechanisms. He called upon officers to adopt a proactive and accountable approach to ensure that projects are completed [] The post Rana reviews development works at Bhaderwah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 4:30 am

Attack on medicos wont be tolerated: Itoo

Irfan Tramboo SRINAGAR, Apr 25: Minister Sakeena Itoo today strongly defended healthcare workers, saying doctors were working under immense pressure and warning that attacks on medical staff would not be tolerated. Click here to watch video Doctors are available as per the roster everywhere. If a doctor is not available, file a complaint. But you have to appreciate that doctors are working round the clock, Itoo told reporters in north Kashmirs Baramulla. If this continues, if we go after the [] The post Attack on medicos wont be tolerated: Itoo appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 4:29 am

Sacred Buddha relics to arrive in Ladakh for first-ever exposition in India

Tsewang Rigzin LEH, Apr 25: Ladakh is set to witness a rare and deeply significant spiritual event as the sacred relics of Gautama Buddha, revered as Tathagata relics, will be brought to the region for the first time within the country. The arrival of these holy relics, expected in Leh on the 29th or 30th of this month, has generated immense excitement among the people of Ladakh, particularly within the Buddhist community. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The [] The post Sacred Buddha relics to arrive in Ladakh for first-ever exposition in India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 4:29 am

CM approves Rs 9.60 cr multi-level car parking project for Ganderbal

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has accorded administrative approval for the construction of a multi-level car parking facility at Ganderbal at an estimated cost of Rs 9.60 crore. The project is aimed at addressing increasing traffic congestion and enhancing urban infrastructure in the fast-growing town. The approval has been granted under the Capex Budget 2026-27 in favour of the Director, Urban Local Bodies, Kashmir. The project will be executed in accordance with approved technical specifications and [] The post CM approves Rs 9.60 cr multi-level car parking project for Ganderbal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 4:28 am

Modi Govts schemes raised aspiration levels among weaker sections: Dr Jitendra

J&K Chapter of Ambedkar Chamber of Commerce launched Avtar Bhat JAMMU, Apr 25 : Maintaining that Narendra Modi Governments enabling schemes raised aspiration levels among weaker sections of society, Union Minister in PMO with independent charge of Science & Technology and Earth Sciences Ministries, Dr Jitendra Singh today said that statistical evidence reflects the positive impact of these schemes on the socio-economic advancement on Dalits and other marginalized groups. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Dr. Jitendra Singh while [] The post Modi Govts schemes raised aspiration levels among weaker sections: Dr Jitendra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 4:28 am

CS reviews progress, implementation of HADP

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo chaired a review meeting to assess the progress and performance of the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) in Jammu and Kashmir in the presence of senior officers of the Agriculture Production Department and other concerned stakeholders. The meeting besides ACS, Agriculture Production Department and MD, J&K Bank was attended by the MD, HADP; HoDs of the Department along with Representatives from Agricultural Universities here. The meeting had an in depth review [] The post CS reviews progress, implementation of HADP appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 4:27 am

Tech-driven crackdown launched across UT to dismantle narcotics ecosystem: Home Deptt

Advanced analytics, ground intelligence to track traffickers *GPS, drone surveillance to choke supply chains Mohinder Verma JAMMU, Apr 25: Marking a decisive shift from conventional policing to precision enforcement, a multi-layered anti-drug strategy anchored in surveillance, data analytics and judicial monitoring has been rolled out on the directions of the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha to systematically dismantle the narcotics ecosystem in Jammu and Kashmir. This has been conveyed to the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh by the [] The post Tech-driven crackdown launched across UT to dismantle narcotics ecosystem: Home Deptt appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Apr 2026 4:27 am