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Contemporary relevance of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji

Prof K S Chandrasekar vc@clujammu.ac.in Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh, writes Prof. Karamjeet Singh, Vice Chancellor of GND University, Amritsar. While presenting the author with a book dedicated to the works of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, he highlighted the indomitable spirit of the ninth Guru. Having read the book, the author feels that there are several innate lessons that can be deciphered for the entire nation. At a time when management principles are being widely practised [] The post Contemporary relevance of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:59 am

The Next Generation rise to power in Tamil Nadu

Ashok Bhan Tamil Nadu is once again at the threshold of a major political transition. The State that produced towering political personalities such as C. N. Annadurai, M. Karunanidhi, J. Jayalalithaa and M. G. Ramachandran is witnessing the emergence of a new generation of political leadership. The era of charismatic mass leaders dominating Tamil Nadu politics for decades is gradually giving way to a younger leadership that combines regional identity, welfare politics, media influence, digital outreach and administrative modernity. The [] The post The Next Generation rise to power in Tamil Nadu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:55 am

Lessons of five state election results

Ashwani Kumar Chrungoo ashwanikc2012@gmail.com Results of the elections conducted for five states (West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and UT of Puducherry) in the month of April were declared on 4th May 2026. Everyone eagerly awaited the outcome of the exact-polls in the background of the exit-poll results declared on 29 May evening. The biggest upheaval of these results is the outcome in the two states namely West Bengal and Tamil Nadu. In Assam, the BJP-NDA further tightened the screws [] The post Lessons of five state election results appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:45 am

Indian tourist dies in Thailand: Embassy

BANGKOK, May 12 : An Indian national, who was among four tourists who were hospitalised after mysteriously losing consciousness at a cafe in Thailands Phuket, has died, the Indian embassy here said on Tuesday. The circumstances surrounding his death were not immediately clear. The embassy said it has been in touch with the Thai authorities and its closely monitoring the incident in which four Indian tourists fell unconscious in Phuket on May 9 and were subsequently hospitalised for treatment. Our [] The post Indian tourist dies in Thailand: Embassy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:30 am

India-Oman FTA likely to come into force from June 1: Goyal

NEW DELHI, May 12 : The free trade agreement (FTA) between India and Oman is expected to come into force from June 1, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Tuesday. The pact was signed in December 2025. I have had a good meeting with Oman team today and most probably the Oman free trade agreement will come into effect from June 1, 2026, he told reporters here. The Oman team is here to discuss ways to boost trade [] The post India-Oman FTA likely to come into force from June 1: Goyal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:30 am

President honours 15 nurses with Florence Nightingale Awards

*Awardees include Ladakhs Kulwinder Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, May 12: President Droupadi Murmu today conferred the National Florence Nightingale Awards for 2026 on 15 nursing professionals in recognition of their exemplary service and contribution to strengthening public healthcare delivery. A total of 15 nurses from diverse regions and healthcare settings were honoured for their unwavering dedication to strengthening public health delivery and outstanding commitment to the welfare of the community. The awards were presented at a ceremony held at Rashtrapati [] The post President honours 15 nurses with Florence Nightingale Awards appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:30 am

NEET-UG 2026 cancelled: What happens next Heres what students need to know

NEW DELHI, May 12: The cancellation of NEET-UG 2026 has left over 22 lakh medical aspirants and their families anxious about the next steps, including the fresh examination date, admit cards, examination centres and the counselling timeline. While the National Testing Agency (NTA) is yet to issue detailed guidelines, here is an explainer on what is known so far. Q) Why was NEET-UG 2026 cancelled? The NTA announced the cancellation of the May 3 examination following allegations of irregularities linked [] The post NEET-UG 2026 cancelled: What happens next Heres what students need to know appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:30 am

Union Minister Kumaraswamy announces approval of proposals for EV charging

BENGALURU, May 12: Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy on Tuesday announced approval of proposals pertaining to electric vehicle charging infrastructure totalling Rs 50,386 crore across various states, including Rs 1,232.6 crore for Karnataka. The Minister said the Ministry of Heavy Industries, the portfolio he holds, has initiated several schemes to make Indias automotive sector competitive at the global level. I am happy to announce approval of proposals for Karnataka involving 1,243 EV chargers with an outlay of Rs 1,232.6 crore. [] The post Union Minister Kumaraswamy announces approval of proposals for EV charging appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:29 am

RCB batters search solidity against KKRs in-form bowling unit

RAIPUR, May 12: Royal Challengers Bengaluru will require a significantly punchier batting effort to overcome Kolkata Knight Riders in-form bowling unit and close in on an IPL playoffs berth here on Wednesday. RCB are currently perched atop the points table with 14 points, but they will lose that spot to either Sunrisers Hyderabad or Gujarat Titans, who also have 14 points. However, more than that temporary slip, the RCB management will be focussed on their batters, who would be expected [] The post RCB batters search solidity against KKRs in-form bowling unit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:29 am

VHP seeks apology, expulsion of Udhayanidhi Stalin over anti-Sanatan remarks

NEW DELHI, May 12 : The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Tuesday demanded an unconditional apology from DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin over his remarks on Sanatan Dharma and urged the Tamil Nadu Assembly speaker to expel him from the House and remove his statement from its proceedings. The VHP also attacked the INDIA bloc parties and the Tamil Nadu government for remaining silent over the DMK leaders remarks, saying their silence speaks volumes. The remarks came after Udhayanidhi Stalin on [] The post VHP seeks apology, expulsion of Udhayanidhi Stalin over anti-Sanatan remarks appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:29 am

14C, RBIH sign MoU to curb menace of mule accounts: Shah

Will help in checking cyber crimes NEW DELHI, May 12: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday announced that the countrys anti-cyber crime agency I4C signed an MoU with Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH) to curb the menace of mule accounts used by cyber criminals to cheat gullible victims. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp In a message posted on X, he said mule accounts are big hurdles in curbing cyber crimes. Today, the I4C under MHA signed an [] The post 14C, RBIH sign MoU to curb menace of mule accounts: Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:29 am

People of border villages shoulder extraordinary responsibility in serving nation: LG

*Visits Vibrant Village Uran Bowa in Baramulla Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 12: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today visited Vibrant Village, Uran Bowa in Baramulla, reviewed ongoing schemes and addressed a public gathering, the Lieutenant Governor said, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, border villages distance from Delhi has reduced. They are connected to the mainstream of development and it is commitment of the Government of India to ensure that border villages become symbol of inclusive development. The [] The post People of border villages shoulder extraordinary responsibility in serving nation: LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:29 am

Russias Lavrov to hold talks with Jaishankar during India visit this week

MOSCOW, May 12: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will hold talks with his Indian counterpart S Jaishankar during his visit to New Delhi this week to attend the BRICS foreign ministers meeting, the Foreign Ministry announced on Tuesday. The two ministers will exchange views on current international and regional issues, the ministry said in a statement. Special attention is expected to be paid to the situation in the Middle East. The Ministers are also expected to compare notes on cooperation [] The post Russias Lavrov to hold talks with Jaishankar during India visit this week appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:29 am

Those who abused Sanatan Dharma have already been cremated: Baba Ramdev

VARANASI, May 12 : Yoga guru Baba Ramdev today said that the funerals of some political parties who abused Sanatan Dharma have already taken place and if anyone wants to preserve their existence and survival, they should stop abusing Sanatan Dharma. He said this in response to a question about Udhayanidhi Stalins statement in Tamil Nadu that he would destroy Sanatan Dharma. Swami Ramdev said, Look, the funerals of some political parties who abused Sanatan Dharma have already taken place, [] The post Those who abused Sanatan Dharma have already been cremated: Baba Ramdev appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:28 am

BJP leader terms PMs appeal on petrol, gold visionary, farsighted

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 12: J&K BJP media in charge, Dr. Pardeep Mahotra termed Prime Minister, Narendra Modis appeal to citizens to reduce petrol and diesel consumption and refrain from non-essential gold purchases for one year as a visionary and farsighted intervention aimed at safeguarding Indias economic stability during a highly sensitive global phase. Dr. Pardeep Mahotra said that the timing of the Prime Ministers appeal carries immense strategic and political importance as the world is witnessing geopolitical instability, rising [] The post BJP leader terms PMs appeal on petrol, gold visionary, farsighted appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:00 am

3 Probationer DySPs deployed as SHOs

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, May 12: Three Probationer DySPs of 2024 batch have been deployed as Station House Officers (SHOs) of Police Stations in Udhampur. According to an order in this regard, issued today by SSP Udhampur, Reetu Sharma has been posted as SHO of Police Station Panchari and Palak Anand as SHO of Police Station Kud, while Sakshi Koul has been posted as SHO of Women Police Station Udhampur. All the previous SHOs of these three Police Stations will continue [] The post 3 Probationer DySPs deployed as SHOs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:00 am

Rekha Mahajan, Arun Sharma listen public grievances

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 12: Jammu and Kashmir BJP State vice president, Rekha Mahajan and State secretary, Arun Sharma, during their scheduled sitting at the party Headquarters in Jammu on Monday, listened to the grievances and issues of the general public and assured them of all possible help in resolving their concerns. A large number of people from different areas of Jammu reached the BJP Headquarters to narrate their problems and seek assistance regarding matters related to civic amenities, public [] The post Rekha Mahajan, Arun Sharma listen public grievances appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:00 am

Young innovators shine at AAROHAN festival

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, May 12: Innovation, entrepreneurship and youth-led dialogue dominated the second day of AAROHAN 2026, National Youth Festival and Viksit J&K Young Leaders Dialogue, at the Sher-e-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) here today. Organised by the Directorate of Youth Services and Sports J&K, the event brought together young delegates, innovators and cultural contingents from several states to deliberate on contemporary issues ranging from artificial intelligence and entrepreneurship to cultural preservation and the Himalayan economy. Young speakers presented papers [] The post Young innovators shine at AAROHAN festival appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:00 am

SKIMS plans 500 nursing appointments: Director

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, May 12: The Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) will recruit nearly 1,200 paramedical staff, including around 500 nurses, over the next few months, Director SKIMS Prof. M. Ashraf Ganie announced today. He said the recruitment process, currently under consideration, is expected to reduce the shortage of nursing personnel at the tertiary care institute by nearly 60 percent within the next three months. The announcement was made during celebrations marking International Nurses Day at SKIMS, Soura. Prof. [] The post SKIMS plans 500 nursing appointments: Director appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:00 am

GMC Anantnag to intensify TB screening

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, May 12: Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag has decided to intensify tuberculosis screening in OPDs and IPDs as part of efforts to strengthen implementation of the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP) and accelerate progress towards TB elimination targets. The decision was taken during the NTEP Core Committee meeting for the first quarter of 2026 held at the colleges Dialgam campus under the chairmanship of Principal and Dean Prof. (Dr.) Rukhsana Najeeb. The committee also resolved to strengthen [] The post GMC Anantnag to intensify TB screening appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:00 am

HC denies bail to Shopian man in terror conspiracy case

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 12: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has dismissed the bail appeal of Syed Irfan Ahmad of Nazneenpora, Keegam, Shopian, who is facing trial in a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen-linked case involving allegations of waging war against India, terror funding, arms and ammunition procurement and facilitating movement of militants. A Division Bench comprising Justice Sindhu Sharma and Justice Shahzad Azeem upheld the order of the Special Judge NIA Cases, Jammu, dated April 22, 2025, by which [] The post HC denies bail to Shopian man in terror conspiracy case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:00 am

PG admissions at CUK to start soon

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, May 12: The Central University of Kashmir is set to begin admissions to its postgraduate programmes for the 2026-27 academic session shortly, with the university asking CUET-PG-2026 candidates to prepare for the registration process. According to the varsitys Directorate of Admissions, candidates who appeared in the CUET-PG-2026 examination will be eligible to register once the university formally issues the admission notification and registration schedule. The university will offer admissions to several postgraduate programmes, including M.A. English, Urdu, [] The post PG admissions at CUK to start soon appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 May 2026 4:00 am

Lieutenant Governor Joined Drug-Free J&K Campaign Padyatra in Baramulla

SRINAGAR, MAY 12: The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today joined the Drug-Free Jammu Kashmir campaign in Baramulla, engaging with citizens and participating in a Padyatra. The Lieutenant Governor also announced the launch of two innovative pillars under the campaign for the next 69 days- the Community Immunization Program against drugs and the Family Fortress [] The post Lieutenant Governor Joined Drug-Free J&K Campaign Padyatra in Baramulla appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Kashmir Media Watch 12 May 2026 11:17 pm

Alcohol Remarks Misconstrued, Govt Not Supporting it: Minister Javed Dar

SRINAGAR: Cabinet Minister Javed Ahmad Dar on Tuesday clarified that the government is not supporting alcohol consumption and said recent remarks on the issue were being misconstrued. Talking to reporters here, Minister Dar maintained that an alcohol ban is desired in the Union Territory. The governments stand on alcohol remains clear and efforts are underway []

KashmirLife 12 May 2026 11:02 pm

LoP Sharma Attends Swearing-in Ceremony of Assam CM

SRINAGAR: Leader of Opposition Sunil Kumar Sharma on Tuesday attended the swearing-in ceremony of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in Guwahati. Sunil Kumar Sharma was present at the oath-taking ceremony. Sharma, who served as co-incharge of the BJP for the Assam elections, had spent considerable time devising strategy and campaigning for the party in []

KashmirLife 12 May 2026 10:56 pm

JKLA Speaker Set to Reconstitute House Committees for 202627

SRINAGAR: In a significant move, the Speaker of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly will soon reconstitute House committees, sources disclosed. Sources said that Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather is expected to constitute House committees, including three financial committees, for the year 202627. The constitution of the committees is expected to be finalized within the next few []

KashmirLife 12 May 2026 10:52 pm

Hailstorms Damage Apple Orchards, Standing Crops in Kashmir Parts

SRINAGAR: Severe hailstorms accompanied by heavy rainfall caused extensive damage to orchards and standing crops across several parts of Kashmir, leaving growers worried about heavy losses during a crucial stage of the fruit season. The hailstorm affected many areas in south Kashmirs parts and north Kashmirs Kupwara, Bandipora and Baramulla districts, where apple orchards, vegetables []

KashmirLife 12 May 2026 10:47 pm

86 Percent Qualify 11th Exams in Jammu Division

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) Tuesday announced annual regular results of 11th standard in summer zone areas of Jammu division with at least 86 percent percent qualifying the exams. JKBOSE has informed that a total of 85.83 percent percent of students qualify the exams. The board official also said that []

KashmirLife 12 May 2026 10:42 pm

J&K Bank commissions new ATMs at ILBS Delhi, Rakiban Rajouri

Srinagar, May 12: Reinforcing its commitment towards expanding accessible digital banking infrastructure, J&K Bank today commissioned two new ATMs at prominent locations in New Delhi and Rajouri to enhance customer convenience and strengthen banking outreach. In New Delhi, the Bank commissioned a new ATM at the prestigious Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences (ILBS), Vasant [] The post J&K Bank commissions new ATMs at ILBS Delhi, Rakiban Rajouri appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Kashmir Media Watch 12 May 2026 10:42 pm

SKIMS to Fill Nearly 1,200 Paramedical Posts, Including 500 Nursing Vacancies

SRINAGAR: Director SKIMS Mohammad Ashraf Ganie on Tuesday said that nearly 1,200 paramedical posts across different cadres are under consideration for recruitment, including around 500 positions for nursing staff. Addressing the International Nurses Day celebrations at SKIMS here, Ganie said, Proposed recruitment process is expected to substantially reduce the shortage of nursing staff at SKIMS []

KashmirLife 12 May 2026 10:37 pm

Jammu Kashmir: Admin Seeks Proof After Lion Sighting Claims Spark Panic and Social Media Rumours

SRINAGAR: The administration in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir has sought evidence from individuals who claimed that a lion was sighted in Banwat village, after the reports triggered panic among locals and spread rapidly on social media. In a notice issued by the Office of the Tehsildar Haveli, officials said certain persons had publicly []

KashmirLife 12 May 2026 10:05 pm

Krishna Dhaba Killing Case: High Court Upholds PSA Detention of Kashmir Youth

SRINAGAR: The High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh at Srinagar has upheld the preventive detention of 18-year-old Vilayat Aziz Mir of Pulwama under the Jammu and Kashmir Public Safety Act (PSA), observing that the allegations against him indicated a potential threat to the security of the Union Territory. The judgment was delivered on April []

KashmirLife 12 May 2026 9:51 pm

143 Arrested, Assets Worth Over Rs 21 Crore Seized in Anti-Drug Drive in Srinagar: Police

SRINAGAR: Police in central Kashmirs Srinagar district have intensified anti-narcotics operations under the ongoing War Against Drugs campaign, part of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, registering 101 cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act and arresting 143 individuals involved in drug-related offences. Police said multiple operations across the district led to the recovery []

KashmirLife 12 May 2026 9:44 pm

Day eleventh of Mega Free Medical Camp Witnesses Continued Public Participation at MIMC Devachan

Leh, May 12, 2026: The Mega Free Medical Camp, organised as part of the ongoing Sacred Exposition of the Holy Relics of the Tathagata Buddha in Ladakh, continued successfully on its ninth day at the Mahabodhi Karuna Charitable Hospital Devachan Campus, Leh, witnessing continued participation from the public. The camp is being organised by the [] The post Day eleventh of Mega Free Medical Camp Witnesses Continued Public Participation at MIMC Devachan appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Kashmir Media Watch 12 May 2026 9:05 pm

CS Atal Dulloo Reviews Implementation Of PM-JAY SEHAT In J&K

SRINAGAR, May 12: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired the Governing Council Meeting of the State Health Agency (SHA), during which a comprehensive review of the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) and AB PM-JAY SEHAT scheme across Jammu and Kashmir was undertaken. The meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary, Finance; Commissioner Secretary, Health and Medical Education Department; Commissioner Secretary, Planning; Secretary, Information Technology; Director, SKIMS; Principal, Government Medical College, Srinagar/Jammu besides other [] The post CS Atal Dulloo Reviews Implementation Of PM-JAY SEHAT In J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 9:05 pm

Peace Walk and Bum-sKhor Procession Draws Large Gathering in Choglamsar

A Peace Walk and Bum-sKhor procession was organised today from the Dharma Centre by the Ladakh Gonpa Association and Ladakh Buddhist Association in connection with the Sacred Exposition of the Holy Relics of Lord Buddha. The procession witnessed the participation of nearly 1,000 Venerable monks and nuns representing monasteries from across the Ladakh region. A [] The post Peace Walk and Bum-sKhor Procession Draws Large Gathering in Choglamsar appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Kashmir Media Watch 12 May 2026 9:03 pm

Lieutenant Governor Visits Vibrant Village Uran Bowa in Baramulla

SRINAGAR, MAY 12: The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today visited Vibrant Village, Uran Bowa in Baramulla, reviewed ongoing schemes and addressed a public gathering. The Lieutenant Governor said, under the leadership of Honble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, border villages distance from Delhi has reduced. They are connected to the mainstream of development and [] The post Lieutenant Governor Visits Vibrant Village Uran Bowa in Baramulla appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Kashmir Media Watch 12 May 2026 8:55 pm

Transfer and posting/adjustment of Assistant Executive Engineers (Civil).

Government of Jammu & Kashmir Public Works (R&B) Department Civil Secretariat, Jammu/Srinagar Government Order No. 165-PW (R&B) of 2026 Dated: 12.05.2026 WHEREAS, vide Government Order No. 120-PW(R&B) of 2026 Dated 10.04.2026, Government Order No. 137-PW(R&B) of 2026 Dated 22.04.2026 and Government Order No. 155-PW(R&B) of 2026 Dated 04.05.2026, 124 Assistant Engineers/ In-charge Assistant Engineers (Civil) have been placed as In-charge Assistant Executive Engineers (Civil) on stop-gap arrangement basis and are awaiting orders of further adjustment; NOW THEREFORE, in the interest [] The post Transfer and posting/adjustment of Assistant Executive Engineers (Civil). appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 8:53 pm

War On Iran About Oil, Not For Wiping Out Civilisation: Hosabale Of RSS

New Delhi, May 12: The war in West Asia is not a civilisational conflict but it is about oil, RSS General Secretary Dattareya Hosabale said on Tuesday, adding that India can play a role in appealing to the good sense of nations and leaders. In a video interview to PTI, Hosabale, the second-in-command of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), said wars are generally a product of a wicked mind or the greed and arrogance of nations or individuals. Asked if he [] The post War On Iran About Oil, Not For Wiping Out Civilisation: Hosabale Of RSS appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 7:56 pm

LG Manoj Sinha Leads Anti-Drug March in Baramulla, Vows to Crack Down on Traffickers

Srinagar, May 12: Jammu and Kashmirs Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha participated in the Drug-Free Jammu Kashmir campaign in Baramulla on Tuesday. He engaged with citizens and joined the march. During the event, LG Sinha assured the public, We will pursue every rupee, every asset, and every fake company of drug traffickers. Those ruining our youths ... Read more LG Manoj Sinha Leads Anti-Drug March in Baramulla, Vows to Crack Down on Traffickers

Morningstar 12 May 2026 7:45 pm

Terrorist Killed As Army Foils Infiltration Bid In J&Ks Poonch

Jammu, May 12: The Indian Army on Tuesday foiled an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmirs Poonch district, killing one terrorist in the Krishna Ghati sector, officials said. Acting on specific surveillance inputs, alert troops noticed suspicious movement around 300 metres inside the Indian side of the LoC in the Krishna Ghati sector at around 4 pm, the officials said. They said the troops swiftly engaged the infiltrator and foiled the infiltration bid, ensuring [] The post Terrorist Killed As Army Foils Infiltration Bid In J&Ks Poonch appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 7:45 pm

260 AEEs/In-charge AEEs Transferred, Posted In R&B Department

JAMMU, May 12: The Jammu and Kashmir Government today ordered the transfer, posting and adjustment of 260 Assistant Executive Engineers (AEEs) and In-charge Assistant Executive Engineers (Civil) in the Public Works (R&B) Department with immediate effect. See Order Copy Click Here The post 260 AEEs/In-charge AEEs Transferred, Posted In R&B Department appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 7:44 pm

We Take Responsibility; Process To Hold NEET-UG Re-Exam To Begin In 7-10 Days: NTA DG Abhishek Singh

New Delhi, May 12: Taking responsibility for the cancellation of the NEET UG 2026 over allegations of paper leak, the Director General of the National Testing Agency, Abhishek Singh, on Tuesday said the schedule for the re-examination would be announced within the next seven to 10 days. The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Tuesday cancelled the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate), or NEET, held on May 3 for medical admissions amid allegations of paper leak, with the government asking [] The post We Take Responsibility; Process To Hold NEET-UG Re-Exam To Begin In 7-10 Days: NTA DG Abhishek Singh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 7:38 pm

SSP Jammu Reviews Security Preparedness, Reiterates Zero Tolerance Policy

Jammu, May 12: The Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Jammu, Joginder Singh, chaired a high-level review meeting on Tuesday to assess the prevailing security scenario and review the effectiveness of intelligence-gathering mechanisms across the district. The SSP reiterated the departments zero tolerance policy against anti-social elements in the district. The SSP stressed the importance of Human Intelligence (HUMINT), stating that effective policing largely depends on ground-level presence and maintaining a strong network of local sources. He said while technology remains [] The post SSP Jammu Reviews Security Preparedness, Reiterates Zero Tolerance Policy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 7:32 pm

J&K Govt Orders Major Reshuffle In Health Department, 22 Doctors Transferred

JAMMU, May 12: The Jammu and Kashmir Health and Medical Education Department on Monday ordered a major reshuffle in the health sector by transferring and posting 22 doctors across various districts and health institutions in the Union Territory. According to Government Order No. 411-JK(HME) of 2026 dated May 12, the transfers have been made in the interest of administration and patient care with immediate effect. Among the key transfers, Dr. Sanjay Arora has been posted as I/C State Malariologist, while [] The post J&K Govt Orders Major Reshuffle In Health Department, 22 Doctors Transferred appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 7:27 pm

Tehsildar Issues Notice Over Rumours of Lion Sighting in J&Ks Poonch

JAMMU, May 12: The Tehsildar Haveli in Poonch district has issued a notice to persons who allegedly circulated and confirmed reports on social media and through interviews claiming that a lion was seen roaming in Banwat village. The administration said preliminary verification conducted at the local level found the information to be false and misleading, adding that no such wild animal has ever been naturally found or reported in the entire Pir Panjal region. The notice stated that the rumours [] The post Tehsildar Issues Notice Over Rumours of Lion Sighting in J&Ks Poonch appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 6:51 pm

Anti-drug drive wont yield results if liquor menace ignored: Mirwaiz

SRINAGAR: Kashmirs chief cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Monday said the ongoing anti-drug campaign wont achieve the desired results unless action is also taken against liquor, which he said was equally harmful to society and destroying families. Talking to reporters on the sidelines of an event here, the Mirwaiz said the campaign against drugs should []

Kashmir Reader 12 May 2026 6:35 pm

Delhi Minister Takes e-rickshaw Heeding Modis Advice To Shun Fuel-Driven Cars

NEW DELHI, May 12: In the wake of Prime Minister Narendra Modi urging citizens to rely on public transport amid the ongoing West Asia crisis, Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood on Tuesday travelled by Delhi Metro and later took an e-rickshaw for a school interaction visit in east Delhi. Sood was seen interacting with commuters during his metro journey and later boarding an e-rickshaw after getting stuck in traffic. The ministers visit was part of an interaction programme with heads [] The post Delhi Minister Takes e-rickshaw Heeding Modis Advice To Shun Fuel-Driven Cars appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 6:00 pm

MoU signed between anti-cyber crime agency 14C, RBIH to curb mule accounts: Amit Shah

NEW DELHI, May 12: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday announced that the countrys anti-cyber crime agency I4C signed an MoU with Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH) to curb the menace of mule accounts used by cyber criminals to cheat gullible victims. In a message posted on X, he said mule accounts are big hurdles in curbing cyber crimes. Today, the I4C under MHA signed an MoU with Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH) unleashing the power of Artificial Intelligence [] The post MoU signed between anti-cyber crime agency 14C, RBIH to curb mule accounts: Amit Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 5:40 pm

Its For Responsible Nations To Reflect: India On China Supporting Pak During Operation Sindoor

NEW DELHI, May 12: India on Tuesday said that reports of China supporting Pakistan during Operation Sindoor corroborate what was known earlier and it is for nations that consider themselves responsible to reflect whether supporting attempts to protect terrorist infrastructure affects their standing. Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated this while responding to a question on Chinese official media reports that admitted to Beijing providing technical support to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor carried out by India in May [] The post Its For Responsible Nations To Reflect: India On China Supporting Pak During Operation Sindoor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 5:29 pm

The Ethnic Fashion Guide: Womens Suit Trends, Fabrics, and Best Picks

Indian ethnic fashion has never had a shortage of options, but the suit for women has always been the category that makes the most practical sense. It is complete on its own, it works across every occasion from a regular workday to a wedding function, and in the right fabric, it manages to be both beautiful and genuinely comfortable. The challenge has never been finding a suit; it has been finding the right one. What BIBAs current womens suit set [] The post The Ethnic Fashion Guide: Womens Suit Trends, Fabrics, and Best Picks appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 5:23 pm

Sparx launches the unique Shoe-Style Sandals Under Summer Swag Campaign

NEW DELHI, May 12: Sparx, one of Indias most popular athleisure footwear brands among youth, has unveiled its Spring-Summer collection with a strong focus on style and attitude, leading with its Shoe-Style Sandals under the Summer Swag campaign. Designed for todays fast-moving lifestyle, the Shoe-Style Sandals reflect a shift in how young consumers approach footwear, seeking options that are not just functional, but also expressive. With Summer Swag, Sparx brings a more confident, effortless style language to the forefront, encouraging [] The post Sparx launches the unique Shoe-Style Sandals Under Summer Swag Campaign appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 5:19 pm

Stock markets tank 2 pc as elevated oil prices, US-Iran tensions weigh on sentiment

MUMBAI, May 12: Equity benchmark indices ended lower for the fourth consecutive session on Tuesday, with the Sensex and Nifty tumbling nearly 2 per cent, as a spike in crude oil prices and uncertainty surrounding the West Asia conflict clouded markets confidence. Unabated foreign fund outflows and the rupee depreciating to a lifetime low also impacted investor sentiment. Amid a widespread sell-off, the 30-share BSE Sensex tanked 1,456.04 points, or 1.92 per cent, to settle at 74,559.24. During the day, [] The post Stock markets tank 2 pc as elevated oil prices, US-Iran tensions weigh on sentiment appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 5:17 pm

JKBOSE Declares Class 11 Results for Summer Zone

SRINAGAR:Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education on Tuesday declared the Class 11 Annual Regular examination results for the Summer Zone of Jammu Division. Students who appeared in the examination can check their results through the official JKBOSE results portalusing their roll number and registration details. Result Link

KashmirLife 12 May 2026 5:11 pm

Retail inflation inches up to 3.48 pc in April: Govt data

NEW DELHI, May 12: Retail inflation rose marginally to 3.48 per cent in April compared to 3.40 per cent in the preceding month, mainly due to an uptick in food prices. Food inflation, as per the Consumer Price Index (CPI), was 4.2 per cent last month compared to 3.87 per cent in March. The year-on-year inflation rate based on All India Consumer Price Index (CPI) with base year 2024 for April was 3.48 per cent, according to the National Statistics [] The post Retail inflation inches up to 3.48 pc in April: Govt data appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 5:08 pm

Pakistan calls report on Iranian aircraft parked at airbase misleading

ISLAMABAD, May 12: Pakistan on Tuesday rejected as misleading a US media report that claimed Islamabad allowed Iranian military aircraft to park on its airfield to potentially shield them from American airstrikes, while playing the role of mediator between the two sides. In a statement, the Foreign Office said that the Iranian aircraft currently parked in the country arrived during the ceasefire period following the initial round of US-Iran peace talks and bears no linkage to any military contingency or [] The post Pakistan calls report on Iranian aircraft parked at airbase misleading appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 5:06 pm

LG Sinha Launches Two Anti-Drug Programmes For Action Rooted In Family, Community Support

SRINAGAR, May 12: Jammu and Kashmir LG Manoj Sinha on Tuesday launched two initiatives as part of the ongoing anti-drug campaign in the UT and said addiction victims must be treated with dignity, reconnecting them to societys mainstream through resolve and compassion. The remarks came as Sinha led a march in Baramulla and engaged with citizens under the 100-day Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyan launched on April 5. The two new initiatives Community Immunisation Programme and Family Fortress Initiative [] The post LG Sinha Launches Two Anti-Drug Programmes For Action Rooted In Family, Community Support appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 5:06 pm

JKBOSE Class 11 Result 2026 Declared

JKBOSE Class 11 Result 2026 Declared See Result Click Here.. The post JKBOSE Class 11 Result 2026 Declared appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 5:02 pm

352 Tonnes of Waste Left Untreated Daily in Jammu Kashmir

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir is generating nearly 1,557 tonnes of municipal solid waste every day, while hundreds of tonnes remain untreated and several towns continue to rely on local dumping sites due to incomplete infrastructure and stalled waste management projects. The figures have emerged in the Governments affidavit and Action Taken Report submitted before the []

KashmirLife 12 May 2026 5:00 pm

Technical Analysis Strategies: Combining Indicators and Patterns

Many traders rely on either indicators or price action, but combining them effectively can lead to more consistent and structured trading decisions. Very few take the time to combine both in a meaningful way. That gap can lead to inconsistent signals, delayed entries, and less reliable decision-making if not managed properly, entries come late, and decision-making becomes less reliable. In reality, indicators and patterns are not meant to compete with each other. They serve different purposes. When used together, they [] The post Technical Analysis Strategies: Combining Indicators and Patterns appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 4:59 pm

Union Mines Ministry Launches 2nd Tranche Of E-Auction For 12 Limestone Blocks In J&K

SRINAGAR, May 12: The Union Ministry of Mines on Tuesday launched the second tranche of e-auction for 12 limestone blocks in Jammu and Kashmir, marking another major milestone towards transparent, sustainable and investor-friendly mineral development in the Union Territory. Ministry of Mines Secretary Piyush Goyal officially launched the tranche at a function here. Addressing the gathering, he highlighted the transformative reforms and amendments undertaken by the ministry to simplify processes, strengthen transparency and improve ease of doing business in the [] The post Union Mines Ministry Launches 2nd Tranche Of E-Auction For 12 Limestone Blocks In J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 4:34 pm

Jammu Kashmir Govt Assigns In-Charge Assistant Engineer Roles to 13 JEs in R and B Department

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has assigned temporary charge of Assistant Engineer (Civil) posts to 13 Junior Engineers in the Public Works (R and B) Department, pending regular appointments under the prescribed recruitment rules. According to Government Order No. 163-PW(R and B) of 2026 dated May 11, issued by the Public Works (R and []

KashmirLife 12 May 2026 4:31 pm

Jammu Kashmir Govt Approves Permanent Advance For Urgent Land Acquisition Expenses

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has sanctioned a Permanent Advance or Imprest in favour of Deputy Commissioners functioning as Competent Authorities for Land Acquisition to facilitate urgent expenditure related to land acquisition cases across districts. According to Government Order No. 162-PW(R and B) of 2026 dated May 11, 2026, issued by the Public Works []

KashmirLife 12 May 2026 4:18 pm

Malaysia searches for 14 missing Indonesians after boat sinks

KUALA LUMPUR, May 12: Malaysian authorities searched Tuesday for 14 missing Indonesians after a boat carrying 37 people sank a day earlier. The maritime office in central Perak state said that 23 people were rescued Monday by a local fishing vessel after the boat capsized off Pangkor island in Perak. The vessel was believed to be carrying undocumented migrants. Perak maritime chief Capt. Mohamad Shukri Khotob said the fishing vessel called for help after finding the people floating at sea [] The post Malaysia searches for 14 missing Indonesians after boat sinks appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 4:09 pm

7 killed after tree-cutting dispute turns violent in northwest Pakistan

PESHAWAR, May 12: At least seven people were killed and three others sustained injuries on Tuesday during a gunfight between rival groups over a tree-cutting dispute in northwest Pakistan, police said. The incident occurred in Nowshera district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, located around 40 kilometres from the capital city, Peshawar. According to police, the clash erupted after tensions escalated between the two groups over the cutting of trees in the area. The police confirmed that seven people were killed in [] The post 7 killed after tree-cutting dispute turns violent in northwest Pakistan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 4:06 pm

J&K Govt Approves Permanent Advance For Urgent Land Acquisition Expenses

JAMMU, May 12: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has approved sanction of permanent advance or imprest in favour of Deputy Commissioners functioning as Competent Authorities for Land Acquisition to meet urgent expenses related to land acquisition works. See Order Copy Click Here.. The post J&K Govt Approves Permanent Advance For Urgent Land Acquisition Expenses appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 4:06 pm

PWD Assigns AE Charge To Er Yasin Rashid, 12 JEs Made In-charge AEs

JAMMU, May 12: The Public Works (Road and Buildings) Department has assigned the charge of Assistant Engineer (Civil) to Er Yasin Rashid Saraf, Junior Engineer (Civil), on a temporary look-after basis till further orders. Meanwhile, 12 Diploma Holder Junior Engineers (Civil) have also been placed as In-charge Assistant Engineers in their own pay and grade with immediate effect. They are Iftikhar Bashir, Kuldeep Raj, Anil Kumar, Syed Muzaffar Ali Rafaie, Deepak Gupta, Dushyant Kesar, Mohd Tahir Neka, Raja Aftab Ahmad, [] The post PWD Assigns AE Charge To Er Yasin Rashid, 12 JEs Made In-charge AEs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 4:04 pm

Starmer doubles down on resolve to stay in office despite calls for him step down

LONDON, May 12: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer doubled down Tuesday on his resolve to stay in office, despite calls to step down. Starmer told Cabinet ministers that he took responsibility for devastating losses that his centre-left Labour Party suffered in last weeks local elections across the UK, but he would fight on. Starmer said theres a process to oust a leader and that hadnt been triggered. The country expects us to get on with governing, he said. That is [] The post Starmer doubles down on resolve to stay in office despite calls for him step down appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 4:02 pm

LG Sinha Launches Two New Pillars Of Drug-Free J&K Campaign During Baramulla Padyatra

Baramulla, May 12: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday joined the Drug-Free Jammu and Kashmir campaign in north Kashmirs Baramulla district, where he participated in a massive padyatra alongside citizens and announced the launch of two innovative pillars under the anti-drug campaign for the next 69 days the Community Immunization Program against Drugs and the Family Fortress Initiative. Addressing the gathering, the Lieutenant Governor said the administration will partner with religious leaders, social organisations, schools and NGOs to establish [] The post LG Sinha Launches Two New Pillars Of Drug-Free J&K Campaign During Baramulla Padyatra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 4:01 pm

Udhampur District Administration Bans Unauthorised Sale Of New Army Camouflage Uniform

JAMMU, May 12: The Udhampur administration on Tuesday ordered a complete ban on unauthorised sale of the newly introduced Indian Army camouflage uniform in the district to prevent cases of impersonation and misuse. The order follows reports of misuse of the uniform, raising concerns that it could be exploited by anti-social elements to impersonate serving personnel. Officials said such incidents pose a serious security concern and must be strictly curbed. District Magistrate Minga Sherpa, who issued the ban order, noted [] The post Udhampur District Administration Bans Unauthorised Sale Of New Army Camouflage Uniform appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 3:56 pm

700 Drug Peddlers Arrested in 31 Days, Over 44,000 OPD Patients Treated: LG Sinha

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday said over 235,000 awareness and outreach events have been held so far across the Union Territory as part of the ongoing anti-drug drive. Addressing an anti-drug rally in Baramulla, LG Sinha said more than 44,000 OPD patients have been treated, nearly 700 drug smugglers []

KashmirLife 12 May 2026 3:43 pm

Countrys Economy In Bad Shape; Energy Crisis If West Asia Conflict Not Resolved Soon: Farooq Abdullah

SRINAGAR, May 12: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday said the country was heading towards an energy crisis if the West Asia conflict is not resolved soon A crisis is coming upon us, fuel crisis, gas crisis. We are heading towards destruction, Abdullah told reporters here. The former chief minister said the government wants to switch to online mode for schools in order to save fuel. However, everyone (student) does not have the online facility. We will have to [] The post Countrys Economy In Bad Shape; Energy Crisis If West Asia Conflict Not Resolved Soon: Farooq Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 3:39 pm

India Stocked With Two Months Of Fuel Supply, But OMC Losses Could Hit Rs 1 Lakh Cr: Puri

NEW DELHI, May 12: With two months of fuel stockpiles, India faces no supply concerns despite disruptions to global energy flows, Oil Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Tuesday said, while warning that state-run fuel retailers face losses of as much as Rs 1 lakh crore in a single quarter if elevated crude prices persist and retail fuel prices remain unchanged. He said that at some stage an assessment needs to be made on how long retailers can sustain losses from [] The post India Stocked With Two Months Of Fuel Supply, But OMC Losses Could Hit Rs 1 Lakh Cr: Puri appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 3:29 pm

CBI Raids Vigilance Office In Mohali Probing Bribe Matter, Nabs Several Middlemen

NEW DELHI, May 12: In a late-night raid at the Punjab Vigilance office in Mohali, the CBI arrested a number of middlemen who were allegedly collecting bribes on behalf of a senior officer of the department, officials said. A CBI team conducted the raid while probing an allegation of a bribe transaction of around 20 lakh, they said. The arrested middlemen were provided police security by the Punjab government, officials said. The officer of the vigilance department is said to [] The post CBI Raids Vigilance Office In Mohali Probing Bribe Matter, Nabs Several Middlemen appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 3:27 pm

Chinar Corps Honours Naib Subedar Who Died In Line Of Duty In Baramulla

SRINAGAR, May 12: The Army on Tuesday honoured the supreme sacrifice of Naib Subedar Hira Bahadur Pandey, who died while on operational duty in Jammu and Kashmirs Baramulla district. While the Army Srinagar-based Chinar Corps did not specify the exact circumstances behind the incident, sources said the jawan died after an accidental fall during a night patrol in the Rafiabad area of the district. In a post on X, the Chinar Corps said his courage and dedication will forever inspire [] The post Chinar Corps Honours Naib Subedar Who Died In Line Of Duty In Baramulla appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 3:26 pm

CJI Surya Kant Sets Up High-Powered Panel To Secure Funds For Judicial Infrastructure Overhaul

NEW DELHI, May 12: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has decided to set up a high-powered committee headed by Supreme Court Justice Aravind Kumar to prepare a blueprint for the modernisation of courts across the country and secure a government allocation of Rs 40,000 to Rs 50,000 crore for the purpose. The CJI announced the constitution of the Judicial Infrastructure Advisory Committee to address infrastructural deficiencies in courts through substantial financial support from the government. Apart from Justice Kumar, [] The post CJI Surya Kant Sets Up High-Powered Panel To Secure Funds For Judicial Infrastructure Overhaul appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 3:17 pm

PM Modis appeal indicates deepening economic crisis: Mayawati

LUCKNOW, May 12: Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati on Tuesday said the prime ministers austerity appeal proves that the crisis confronting India is not limited merely to petroleum products, but it is a broader economic crisis set to deepen. In a post on X, Mayawati referred to the appeal by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to exercise restraint amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia and highlighted particularly the concerns regarding the energy crisis and foreign exchange reserves. This proves that [] The post PM Modis appeal indicates deepening economic crisis: Mayawati appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 3:06 pm

LG Manoj Sinha Leads Anti-drug Rally in Baramulla

SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday led a massive Nasha Mukt anti-drug rally in north Kashmirs Baramulla district, with thousands of people participating in the awareness campaign against substance abuse. The rally witnessed participation from government officials, students, civil society members and people from different sections of society, who joined the programme to reaffirm []

KashmirLife 12 May 2026 3:03 pm

LG Manoj Sinha Leads Nasha Mukt Anti-Drug Rally In J&Ks Baramulla

Baramulla, May 12: Thousands of people on Monday participated in a massive Nasha Mukt anti-drug rally in north Kashmirs Baramulla district, led by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha. The rally witnessed enthusiastic participation from government officials, students, civil society members, and citizens from different walks of life, all joining hands to reaffirm their commitment towards building a drug-free society. Participants carried placards and raised slogans highlighting the dangers of drug abuse and the need for collective efforts to eradicate the menace [] The post LG Manoj Sinha Leads Nasha Mukt Anti-Drug Rally In J&Ks Baramulla appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 2:59 pm

Centre Launches Second Tranche of Limestone Block Auctions in Jammu Kashmir

SRINAGAR: The Ministry of Mines on Tuesday launched the second tranche of limestone block auctions in Jammu and Kashmir during an event held in Srinagar, in a move aimed at tapping the Union Territorys mineral resources and boosting industrial development. Officials said the initiative is intended to strengthen Jammu and Kashmirs contribution to the Centres []

KashmirLife 12 May 2026 2:50 pm

Jammu Kashmir Can Ban Alcohol If Centre Compensates Revenue Loss: NC President

SRINAGAR: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday said a ban on liquor in Jammu and Kashmir could be implemented if the Centre compensates the Union Territory for the resulting loss in revenue. Speaking to reporters amid the ongoing political debate over liquor trade in Jammu and Kashmir, Abdullah said habitual drinkers would continue to []

KashmirLife 12 May 2026 2:43 pm

Over 17 Lakh Kanals of State Land Under Encroachment in Jammu Kashmir

SRINAGAR: Official data has revealed that more than 17 lakh kanals of state land are under encroachment across Jammu and Kashmir, with the Jammu division accounting for over 14 lakh kanals and the Kashmir division over 3 lakh kanals. According to figures placed in the public domain, entries relating to approximately 17,27,247 kanals of encroached []

KashmirLife 12 May 2026 2:17 pm

Property Worth Rs 1.2 Crore of Alleged Drug Peddler Attached in Srinagar

SRINAGAR: Police in central Kashmirs Srinagar district have attached immovable property, including a double-storey residential house and land valued at around Rs 1.2 crore, in the Hazratbal area as part of its ongoing crackdown on drug trafficking under the Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyan, officials said on Tuesday. The property, located at Gasoo Hazratbal, belongs []

KashmirLife 12 May 2026 1:59 pm

Srinagar Police Attaches Drug Peddlers Property Worth 1.2 Crore

Srinagar, May 12: In a major crackdown under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, Srinagar Police on Monday attached a residential house and land worth nearly 1.2 crore belonging to an alleged drug peddler in the Gasoo Hazratbal area of Srinagar. Officials said the attached property includes a double-storeyed residential house along with land owned by Maqsood Hussain Khan, son of Abdul Majeed Khan, a resident of Banday Lane Hazratbal and presently residing at Gasoo Hazratbal. Police said [] The post Srinagar Police Attaches Drug Peddlers Property Worth 1.2 Crore appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 1:49 pm

Farooq Abdullah Says J&K Can Ban Alcohol In Two Minutes If Centre Compensates Revenue Loss

SRINAGAR, May 12: Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday said the J&K Government could ban alcohol in two minutes if the Centre compensate for the loss of revenue. Speaking on the ongoing controversy over liquor outlets, Abdullah said he personally does not consume alcohol but maintained that those who drink would procure it from outside Jammu and Kashmir if it was not available locally. I do not drink alcohol. Those who drink [] The post Farooq Abdullah Says J&K Can Ban Alcohol In Two Minutes If Centre Compensates Revenue Loss appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 1:41 pm

14 Lakh Kanals Of State Land Encroached In Jammu, 3 Lakh In Kashmir: Official Data

JAMMU, May 12: More than 17 lakh kanals of state land have been encroached by the land mafia across Jammu and Kashmir, with Jammu division accounting for over 14 lakh kanals, more than three times the figure recorded in Kashmir division, while Rajouri district topped the list among all 20 districts, official data said. According to the official figures, a total of around 17,27,247 kanals of encroached state land entries were expunged from revenue records across Jammu and Kashmir. Of [] The post 14 Lakh Kanals Of State Land Encroached In Jammu, 3 Lakh In Kashmir: Official Data appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 1:22 pm

Region moving towards fuel, gas crisis: Dr Farooq

Srinagar, May 12: National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday warned that the region was moving towards a fuel and gas crisis, saying it could push the economy into distress and uncertainty. Speaking to reporters in Srinagar, Dr Farooq said global tensions and ongoing geopolitical conflicts could further worsen the situation. We are going towards a crisis, a fuel crisis, a gas crisis and heading towards destruction, he said, adding that if the situation persists, it is difficult to predict the consequences for the economy. He also said there was a need to find a way out, warning that continued uncertainty could have severe implications. (KNO)

Greater Kashmir 12 May 2026 12:51 pm

Eliminating undernutrition could prevent up to 2.3 million TB cases globally: Study

New Delhi, May 12: Addressing undernutrition could prevent up to 2.3 million tuberculosis cases worldwide, representing 23.7 per cent of infections among adults in 2023, according to a modelling study published in The Lancet Global Health journal. India could have seen the highest reduction in tuberculosis (TB) cases if undernutrition was addressed, followed by Indonesia, the Philippines and Pakistan, researchers, including those from London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, estimated. We estimated that eliminating moderate-to-severe undernutrition could avert 14 [] The post Eliminating undernutrition could prevent up to 2.3 million TB cases globally: Study appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 12:47 pm

CM Vijay orders closure of 717 liquor shops across TN

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Tuesday, May 12, ordered the closure of 717 retail liquor outlets, including 276 shops near places of worship across the state. Considering the welfare of the public, Vijay issued orders to shut down the retail liquor outlets, an official release said. Accordingly, 276 outlets near places Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 12 May 2026 12:32 pm

NTA Cancels NEET UG 2026 Over Paper Leak, Re-Examination Dates To Be Announced Soon

NEW DELHI, May 12: The National Testing Agency has cancelled the NEET UG 2026 examination conducted on May 3 and announced that a re-examination will be held on fresh dates to be notified later. The decision was taken after inputs examined with central agencies and findings shared by law enforcement authorities indicated that the current examination process could not be allowed to stand. The government has also decided to hand over the matter to the Central Bureau of Investigation for [] The post NTA Cancels NEET UG 2026 Over Paper Leak, Re-Examination Dates To Be Announced Soon appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 May 2026 12:28 pm