Jammu, Apr 2: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Thursday introduced two bills in the legislative assembly aimed at decriminalising certain offences to ease doing business and establishing private universities in the Union Territory. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah introduced a Bill to amend certain enactments, decriminalising and rationalising offences for ease of living and ease of doing business and also to repeal certain enactments in the assembly. Education Minister Sakeena Itoo introduced a bill for the establishment and incorporation of [] The post Bills On Decriminalisation Of Minor Business Offences, Private Varsities Introduced; LG Nod To 3 Bills appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BJP Legislators Private Members Resolution On Varsity Rejected
JAMMU, Apr 2: Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Thursday rejected a Private Members resolution seeking establishment of Veterinary and Animal Sciences University in Jammu region. The resolution was moved by Legislator Narinder Singh Raina which reads, this House urges for the proposal of establishment of a Veterinary and Animal Sciences University in the Jammu region: a strategic imperative for Viksit Bharat @2047. Legislators Mir Saifullah of National Conference and Nizam-ud-Din Bhat of Congress moved amendments on the resolution which [] The post BJP Legislators Private Members Resolution On Varsity Rejected appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Some more decisions on anvil to help exporters tackle West Asia crisis: Goyal
NEW DELHI, Apr 2: The Government has announced measures to help exporters tackle the impact of the West Asia crisis and some more decisions are on the anvil, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Thursday. An US-Israel attack launched on Iran in February has disrupted movement of ships in the international waters. It has also pushed air freight and insurance cost for traders. To help exporters, the government has announced certain decisions through a relief package and some [] The post Some more decisions on anvil to help exporters tackle West Asia crisis: Goyal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
MUMBAI, Apr 2: Staging a spirited recovery, stock markets pared early losses to close higher on Thursday, with the benchmark Sensex rising by 185 points and the broader Nifty settling above 22,700 on strong value buying in IT and banking shares and a sharp rebound in the rupee. Rebounding more than 2,000 points from the days low, the 30-share BSE Sensex finally settled higher by 185.23 points, or 0.25 per cent, at 73,319.55. The index opened lower and tanked further [] The post Stock markets stage stunning comeback; Sensex rises 185 pts, Nifty reclaims 22,700 on value buying, rupee rebound appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rupee strengthens 1.6 pc to settle at 93.14 against US dollar after RBI measures
MUMBAI, Apr 2: The rupee logged one of its steepest single-day gains in many years and settled 156 paise higher at 93.14 (provisional) against the US dollar on Thursday after the Reserve Bank stepped in with a slew of measures to restrict banks from onshore forward markets. The domestic unit, however, remained under pressure due to the unabated withdrawal of foreign capital, a strengthening dollar, and rising crude oil prices amid a volatile geopolitical situation, forex analysts said. At the [] The post Rupee strengthens 1.6 pc to settle at 93.14 against US dollar after RBI measures appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BJP not against any religion, language; unity in diversity our essence: Gadkari
GUWAHATI, Apr 2: Union minister Nitin Gadkari on Thursday asserted that the BJP was not against any caste, religion or language, and that unity in diversity is our essence. Addressing a poll rally in Assams Palasbari constituency, he said that the relaxation on granting voting rights to people of specific religion was as per the margdarshan (guidance) of the Constitution. The BJP is not against any caste, region, religion or language. Unity in diversity is our essence. But the foreign [] The post BJP not against any religion, language; unity in diversity our essence: Gadkari appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ACB Chargesheets 5 SMC Officials, Beneficiary In Rajbagh Illegal Construction Case
SRINAGAR, Apr 2: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Thursday said they have filed a charge-sheet against five officials of the Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) and a private beneficiary for allegedly facilitating illegal construction of a commercial complex in Rajbagh by misusing official permissions. In a statement, a spokesperson said the Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau produced Charge sheet in case FIR No. 11/2020 for the commission of offences U/S 5(1)(d) r/w5(2) of J&K Prevention of Corruption Act. Svt. 2006, 120-B [] The post ACB Chargesheets 5 SMC Officials, Beneficiary In Rajbagh Illegal Construction Case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhis Cinematic Homecoming: Caught Between Ambition and History
By T N Ashok There is a particular irony embedded in the story of film festivals and Indias capital. For decades, Delhi was the centre-piece of the nations most prestigious cinematic gathering. The Vigyan Bhavan echoed with the chatter of international directors. The Siri Fort Auditorium complex, built in the 1980s and still one of the subcontinents finest multi-auditorium cultural venues, was purpose-designed with film festivals in mind. Foreign luminaries walked the corridors of South Block and dined at Hyderabad [] The post Delhis Cinematic Homecoming: Caught Between Ambition and History appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
MLA Pulwama Seeks Wider Use of Kashmiri, Govt Cites Ongoing Implementation
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir government has said that Kashmiri language is already being taught as a subject in schools and steps are underway for its systematic implementation, responding to a private members resolution moved by Waheed Ur Rehman Parra in the Assembly. According to an official reply from the School Education Department, Kashmiri has []
Excise policy: HC gives last opportunity to Kejriwal, ors to respond to ED plea to expunge remarks
NEW DELHI, Apr 2: The Delhi High Court on Thursday gave a final opportunity to former chief minister Arvind Kejriwal, his deputy Manish Sisodia and others to respond to a plea by the Enforcement Directorate to expunge unwarranted remarks made against it by the trial court while discharging them in the liquor policy case. Observing that none of the respondents, except one, filed their responses even after seeking time on the last date of hearing, Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma said [] The post Excise policy: HC gives last opportunity to Kejriwal, ors to respond to ED plea to expunge remarks appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NC MP Urges Centre to Fill Vacancies at NIT Srinagar
SRINAGAR: National Conference Rajya Sabha member Mian Altaf Ahmad has written to Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, raising concerns over the prolonged vacancies of crucial positions at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar. According to letter, the MP highlighted that the posts of Chairperson of the Board of Governors (BoG), Director, and Registrar have []
No Dearth Of Fuel Or Gas In Country: Def Min Rajnath
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, Apr 2: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that there is no dearth of fuel or gas in the country and India was ready to deal with any energy crisis resulting out of the ongoing West Asia conflict. Singh, speaking at a Sainik Samman Sammelan in poll-bound Kerala, said that Indian Navy ships were safely escorting the countrys tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, a key chokepoint for maritime trade and an Iranian territory. The defence minister further [] The post No Dearth Of Fuel Or Gas In Country: Def Min Rajnath appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indian-Origin Translator Padma Viswanathan Shortlisted For International Booker Prize 2026
NEW DELHI, Apr 2:Padma Viswanathan, a Canadian-American writer of Indian-origin, has made it to the 2026 International Booker Prize shortlist as the English translator of a Portuguese language novella. On Earth As It Is Beneath by Brazilian author Ana Paula Maia, described by judges as a brutal, haunting and hypnotic novella set in a remote Brazilian penal colony, where the boundaries between justice and cruelty collapse, is among the six worldwide contenders for the coveted literary honour. The annual prize [] The post Indian-Origin Translator Padma Viswanathan Shortlisted For International Booker Prize 2026 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ACB Charge-sheets Five SMC Officials, Beneficiary in Illegal Construction Case
SRINAGAR: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Thursday said they have filed a charge-sheet against five officials of the Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) and a private beneficiary for allegedly facilitating illegal construction of a commercial complex in Rajbagh by misusing official permissions. In a statement, a spokesperson said the Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau produced Charge []
House Attached In J&Ks Pulwama Under NDPS Act In Crackdown On Drug Trade
SRINAGAR, Apr 2: Police on Thursday attached a residential house worth Rs 30 lakhs in Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. As part of intensified campaign against narcotics trafficking and with an aim to dismantle the financial network of the drug trade, police in Pulwama district has attached a double-storied residential house valued at approximately Rs 30 lakhs, situated at Waghama, a police spokesperson said. The spokesperson said the attached property [] The post House Attached In J&Ks Pulwama Under NDPS Act In Crackdown On Drug Trade appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SRINAGAR: Over 2.81 lakh kanal of land in Jammu and Kashmir is under the possession or occupation of the Army and other defence establishments, with a significant portion comprising private land, the government informed the Assembly, even as compensation and procedural issues continue to affect landowners in several districts. Replying to a question tabled by []
Global Events Beyond Centres Control; No Immediate Shortage Of Essentials In J&K: CM Omar Abdullah
JAMMU, Apr 2: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said the developments at the international level remain beyond the control of both the Union government and the people, asserting that the situation in Jammu and Kashmir will largely mirror the broader national scenario. He said the Union territory is currently not facing any shortage of essential supplies, including fuel, and that stocks are sufficient for the next 10 to 15 days. Abdullah was speaking to mediapersons on the West Asia [] The post Global Events Beyond Centres Control; No Immediate Shortage Of Essentials In J&K: CM Omar Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Theatrics: Deputy CM Slams Party MLA Over Emotional Breakdown in Assembly
SRINAGAR: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Thursday hit out at party MLA Bashir Ahmed Veeri, calling his emotional outburst in the Assembly over the reservation issue drama and accusing him of misleading the public. The Deputy CM said the government had already acted on its commitments and that a sub-committee was set up by []
Raymond Realty Q4 pre-sales jump over 2-fold to Rs 1,519 cr
NEW DELHI, Apr 2: Raymond Realty Ltd on Thursday reported a more than two-fold jump in its sales bookings to Rs 1,519 crore for the quarter ended March, on better demand for its residential properties. Its sales bookings stood at Rs 636 crore in the year-ago period. In a regulatory filing, Raymond Realty said its sales bookings or pre-sales rose 31 per cent to Rs 3,023 crore during the full 2025-26, from Rs 2,314 crore in the preceding financial year. [] The post Raymond Realty Q4 pre-sales jump over 2-fold to Rs 1,519 cr appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Apni Party Opposes STP at Playground, Bukhari Warns of Legal Action
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Thursday opposed the proposed establishment of a Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) at a playground in Rawalpora Srinagar, saying the party would not allow diversion of land used by youth for sports and recreational activities. Speaking to reporters after visiting the area and interacting []
Scindia sets one-week deadline for India Post to adopt DoTs pension portal
NEW DELHI, Apr 2: Minister of Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia on Thursday issued a one-week deadline to the Department of Posts for integrating its pension services with the telecom departments SAMPANN portal. Speaking at an event in the national capital, Scindia directed top officials from both departments to end ongoing discussions and finalise the integration immediately. Why is it that the postal department is not using the Sampann portal? I want (officials) to meet straight after this function, Scindia said. Noting [] The post Scindia sets one-week deadline for India Post to adopt DoTs pension portal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
527 of 691 Stone Crushers Functional in Jammu Kashmir; Govt Says
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Thursday said that 527 out of 691 stone crusher units in the Union Territory are currently operational, asserting that the closure of non-compliant units has not significantly impacted ongoing developmental works. Responding to a calling attention notice moved by MLA Balwant Singh Mankotia in the Assembly, the Mining []
2,395 Rehbar-e-Khel Teachers Await Regularisation in Jammu Kashmir, Govt Says Policy in Place
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Thursday said that 2,395 Rehbar-e-Khel teachers across the Union Territory are to be regularised in a phased manner, as per an existing policy, with modalities for implementation currently under consideration. Replying to Un-starred Assembly Questiontabled by MLA Reyaz Ahmad Khan, the Youth Services and Sports Department informed the []
Sakeena Itoo Introduces Bill For Establishment Of Private Universities In J&K Assembly
JAMMU, Apr 2: Minister for Education, Sakeena Itoo, today introduced a Bill in the Legislative Assembly for the establishment and incorporation of private universities in Jammu and Kashmir. The Bill, titled A Bill for the Establishment and Incorporation of Private Universities in Jammu and Kashmir and for Ensuring Academic Standards to Safeguard Quality Education and Protect the Interests of Students (L.A. Bill No. 08 of 2026), has already been published in an extraordinary issue of the Official Gazette. The post Sakeena Itoo Introduces Bill For Establishment Of Private Universities In J&K Assembly appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Assents To Three Bills Passed By Legislative Assembly: Secretary Informs House
JAMMU, Apr 2: Secretary, Legislative Assembly, Manoj Kumar Pandit today informed the House that the Lieutenant Governor has assented to three Bills passed by Legislative Assembly (LA). Informing the House, the Secretary read, The Jammu and Kashmir Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026 (L.A. Bill No. 1 of 2026); The Jammu and Kashmir Eliminating Discrimination Against Persons Affected by Leprosy Bill, 2026 (L.A. Bill No. 2 of 2026) and Jammu and Kashmir State Civil Courts (Amendment) Bill, 2026 (L.A. [] The post LG Assents To Three Bills Passed By Legislative Assembly: Secretary Informs House appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt Employees Mandated To Complete Competency-Linked Courses: Centre In Rajya Sabha
New Delhi, Apr 2: All central government employees have been mandated to complete competency-linked courses relevant to their role or level on a dedicated online platform annually, which will reflect in their annual performance appraisal reports, the Rajya Sabha was informed on Thursday. The government has adopted a competency-based capacity building approach, focusing on role-based learning, continuous skill development, and alignment of training with role requirements, Union Minister of State for Personnel Jitendra Singh said in a written reply. The [] The post Govt Employees Mandated To Complete Competency-Linked Courses: Centre In Rajya Sabha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Iran fires missiles at Israel, Gulf neighbours as Trump talks of winding down Mideast war
DUBAI, Apr 2: Iran responded to US President Donald Trumps address to Americans on the war with new missile attacks targeting Israel and the Gulf Arab states Thursday, underlining Tehrans insistence that it rejected Washingtons outreach for a ceasefire while maintaining its grip on the Strait of Hormuz. Britain planned to hold a call Thursday with nearly three dozen countries about how to reopen the strait, through which 20 per cent of all oil and natural gas traded passes in [] The post Iran fires missiles at Israel, Gulf neighbours as Trump talks of winding down Mideast war appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sine die or later? Cong seeks clarity on RS adjournment; Nadda says govt will revert
NEW DELHI, Apr 2: Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Thursday demanded the Government should clarify in the Rajya Sabha whether the House would be adjourned to a later date or sine die, amid what he called unhealthy media speculation. Rising after papers were laid in the Upper House, Ramesh sought an explanation from Leader of the House J P Nadda and the Minister for Parliamentary Affairs. Today, is the House going to be adjourned till a later date or [] The post Sine die or later? Cong seeks clarity on RS adjournment; Nadda says govt will revert appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Inter-state illegal arms supply module busted, 4 held: Punjab police
CHANDIGARH, Apr 2: Punjab police on Thursday said it has unearthed an inter-state illegal arms supply module with the arrest of four persons. Patiala police also recovered 10 sophisticated self-loading firearms, Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said. Preliminary investigation revealed that the accused were sourcing country-made weapons from Bihar and supplying them in Punjab for criminal activities, he said. Further probe indicates gang rivalry, with plans to target a rival criminal linked to the Goldy Dhillon network to establish [] The post Inter-state illegal arms supply module busted, 4 held: Punjab police appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Shortcut to change lies through Bhabanipur: Shahs challenge to Mamata in her bastion
KOLKATA, Apr 2: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday turned BJP leader Suvendu Adhikaris nomination filing from Bhabanipur into a high-voltage political spectacle, claiming he had a shortcut to bring about paribartan (change) in West Bengal: defeating Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in her own constituency. Shah said while the BJP would otherwise have to win 170 seats to form the government with a comfortable majority, a victory for Adhikari in Bhabanipur alone would automatically bring change to the states [] The post Shortcut to change lies through Bhabanipur: Shahs challenge to Mamata in her bastion appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Hardcore Criminal Arrested With Sharp-Edged Weapon In Jammu
JAMMU, Apr 2: Police on Thursday arrested a hardcore criminal in the RS Pura area of Jammu district and recovered a sharp-edged weapon from his possession, officials said. Acting on inputs, a police team arrested Davinder Kumar alias Rahul, a resident of Chak Mohd Yar in Jammu, they said. On seeing the police, the accused attempted to flee, but the officers overpowered him, they added. The police recovered a sharp-edged weapon (toka) from his possession. The accused has more than [] The post Hardcore Criminal Arrested With Sharp-Edged Weapon In Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
233 Illegal Structures Identified In Jammu Since Jan 2025; 61 Demolished: Govt
JAMMU, Apr 2: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Thursday said that a total of 233 illegal commercial and residential structures have been identified in Jammu city in the last 13 months. In reply to a question of BJP MLA Vikram Randhawa in the assembly, the government said the violations pertain to 122 residential structures, 107 commercial establishments, and four falling under mixed residential-commercial use. Providing further details, the authorities said 64 commercial structures operating in violation of building norms [] The post 233 Illegal Structures Identified In Jammu Since Jan 2025; 61 Demolished: Govt appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vipan Chandran Transferred To J&K Anti-Corruption Bureau On Deputation
Srinagar, Apr 2: The Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has transferred and posted Mr. Vipan Chandran, Addl. SP Katra, to the Anti-Corruption Bureau on deputation, with immediate effect. As per Government Order No. 199-Home of 2026, the posting has been made in the interest of administration under the standard terms and conditions of deputation specified in Schedule XVIII of the Jammu and Kashmir Civil Service Regulations, 1956. The order has been issued by Principal Secretary Home, Chandraker Bharti [] The post Vipan Chandran Transferred To J&K Anti-Corruption Bureau On Deputation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Speaker Birla cautions ministers, members against long chats in House chamber
NEW DELHI, Apr 2: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday cautioned Union ministers and MPs against having long conversations in the House when proceedings were underway and warned that he will name them in future. As soon as the Zero Hour began at 12 noon, Birla said he has seen members and ministers talking for half-an-hour with each other during House proceedings. He said short and important conversations were allowed but not long chats. I will name you in [] The post Speaker Birla cautions ministers, members against long chats in House chamber appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IPS Officer Nikhil Borkar Relieved From J&K; To Join New Assignment With Centre
JAMMU, Apr 2: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has relieved IPS officer Nikhil Borkar from the Union Territory to take up a new assignment with the Government of India. As per Government Order No. 198-Home of 2026 dated April 2, the officer has been relieved in pursuance of a communication received from the Ministry of Home Affairs and with the approval of the competent authority. According to the order, Nikhil Borkar (IPS, AGMUT:2017) stands relieved from J&K with effect from [] The post IPS Officer Nikhil Borkar Relieved From J&K; To Join New Assignment With Centre appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K | Major Reshuffle In Police Admin; 34 IPS, 48 JKPS Officers Transferred
JAMMU, Apr 2: In a major reshuffle, the Jammu and Kashmir Government today ordered the transfer and posting of 82 police officers, including 34 IPS and 48 KPS officers. Among those transferred include DIG Jammu-Samba-Kathua Range Shiv Kumar Sharma, DIG Udhampur-Reasi Range Sarah Rizvi, and DIG Rajouri-Poonch Range Tejinder Singh. See Order Copy Click Here.. The post J&K | Major Reshuffle In Police Admin; 34 IPS, 48 JKPS Officers Transferred appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Sinha Hands Over Appointment Letter To Martyr SIs Wife Under Rehabilitation Scheme
JAMMU, Apr 2: The Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday handed over an appointment letter to Smt. Alka Sharma, wife of martyred Sub-Inspector Deepak Sharma, under the Jammu and Kashmir Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme, 2022. The Lieutenant Governor also assured all possible assistance and support to the bereaved family. The Lieutenant Governor assured all possible assistance and support to the bereaved family. The J&K Police Braveheart made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty in 2024 while [] The post LG Sinha Hands Over Appointment Letter To Martyr SIs Wife Under Rehabilitation Scheme appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Starmer, Merz discuss Middle East conflict: UK PM Office
MOSCOW, Apr 2: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz discussed the Middle East conflict, the UK Prime Ministers office said in a statement. The Prime Minister spoke to the Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz, this afternoon to discuss the conflict in the Middle East It was crucial partners stepped up to ensure safe shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, the leaders agreed, the statement said. On Wednesday, US President Donald Trump said that he was seriously [] The post Starmer, Merz discuss Middle East conflict: UK PM Office appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DoT extends SIM-binding deadline for messaging apps to Dec 31
NEW DELHI, Apr 2: The government has extended the SIM-binding deadline for mobile messaging apps such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, etc., to December 31 following requests from the industry, according to sources. The SIM-binding rule mandates messaging platforms to provide their service on a mobile device only if there is an active SIM available in it. The Department of Telecom (DoT) has also removed the mandatory six-hour log-out rule for the web version of apps to a risk analysis-based log-out. [] The post DoT extends SIM-binding deadline for messaging apps to Dec 31 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K Power Dues Cross Rs 3,747 Cr; PHE, Irrigation, CRPF Among Top Defaulters
JAMMU, Apr 2: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said that outstanding electricity dues across government departments, public sector units and security establishments in the Union Territory have surged to over Rs 3,747 crore, with major liabilities concentrated in key infrastructure and utility departments. These details of outstanding power dues were shared by the chief minister, who is incharge of the Power Development Department (PDD), in response to a question raised by PDP MLA Aga Syed Muntazir [] The post J&K Power Dues Cross Rs 3,747 Cr; PHE, Irrigation, CRPF Among Top Defaulters appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Tax reform sparks fresh hope for homebuyers, realtors see demand surge
NEW DELHI, Apr 2: A wave of optimism is sweeping through Indias real estate sector as the Income Tax Act 2025 comes into effect from April 1, with industry leaders confident that the new regime will put more money in buyers pockets and bring homeownership closer to reality for millions. For years, aspiring homeowners especially renters, first-time buyers, and Gen Z -have grappled with tight finances, high upfront costs, and cumbersome compliance processes. The latest tax overhaul, however, is [] The post Tax reform sparks fresh hope for homebuyers, realtors see demand surge appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sub-optimal diets responsible for 4 mn ischaemic heart disease deaths globally in 2023: Study
NEW DELHI, Apr 2: Less-than-optimal diets, such as one being low on whole grains or high on sodium, may have caused over four million deaths worldwide from ischaemic heart disease in 2023, according to an analysis. Ischaemic heart disease, or coronary artery disease, is a condition in which flow of oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle is reduced because plaque build-up narrows coronary arteries. Researchers, including those from the US Massachusetts General Hospital and Kyung Hee University in South Korea, [] The post Sub-optimal diets responsible for 4 mn ischaemic heart disease deaths globally in 2023: Study appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Beyond the Bank Branch: Why Millions Trust Tata Capitals Secure and Minimal Documentation Journey
Accessing financial support no longer always requires branch visits or paperwork. .Today, many borrowers today prefer applying for loans through secure mobile apps that simplify the process. The Tata Capital Loan App offers a structured digital journey where users can apply, upload documents, and track their application from one place. For people exploring the best loan app in India, the ability to complete most steps online with minimal documentation is a key advantage, especially when seeking an urgent loan app [] The post Beyond the Bank Branch: Why Millions Trust Tata Capitals Secure and Minimal Documentation Journey appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Over 16,000 Kanals Of JDA Land Under Encroachment: CM Omar Abdullah
JAMMU: April 2 Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said on Thursday that over 16,000 kanals of land under the Jammu Development Authority (JDA) are currently being encroached upon, and that eviction drives are being carried out in a phased and time-bound manner. In response to a question from BJP MLA Dr Narinder Singh Raina in the assembly, the chief minister stated that the total land managed by the JDA amounts to 80,976 kanals and 10 marlas, of which [] The post Over 16,000 Kanals Of JDA Land Under Encroachment: CM Omar Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indias defence exports hit record Rs 38,424 crore in FY 25-26
NEW DELHI, Apr 2: Indias annual defence exports touched an all time high of Rs 38,424 crore in the financial year 2025-26, marking an over 62 per cent growth over the previous fiscal, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday. The big jump in the defence exports reflected the growing global trust in Indias indigenous defence capabilities, Singh said in a social media post, adding the country is scripting an impressive defence exports success story. India defence exports have touched [] The post Indias defence exports hit record Rs 38,424 crore in FY 25-26 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Need To Continuously Update Public Services To Achieve Goal Of Viksit Bharat: PM Modi
NEW DELHI, Apr 2: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday stressed the need for continuously updating civil services with the changing times to achieve the goal of Viksit Bharat. In a video message at the launch of Sadhana Saptah, he said that the governance of the country should improve the ease of living and the quality of life for citizens on a daily basis. Modi stated that the principle of governance in the country is based on the mantra Nagrik [] The post Need To Continuously Update Public Services To Achieve Goal Of Viksit Bharat: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Over 200 Illegal Constructions Detected In J&K Tourist Zones; Major Crackdown Underway
Srinagar, Apr 2: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Wednesday informed the Assembly that more than 200 unauthorised constructions have been identified across key tourist destinations, with the highest number reported from Doodhpathri. Replying to a query by PDP legislator Waheed-ur-Rehman Parra, the government said that Tourism Development Authorities (TDAs) have initiated action in these cases, including sealing, demolition, imposition of penalties and issuance of notices. Doodhpathri alone accounted for 147 such constructions where notices have been served and FIRs [] The post Over 200 Illegal Constructions Detected In J&K Tourist Zones; Major Crackdown Underway appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Forest Clearance Must For Road Expansion; Lassipora Traffic Pressure Cited: Dy CM Choudhary
Jammu, Apr 2: The Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Thursday said that necessary clearances and infrastructure upgrades are essential to address rising traffic challenges and ensure smooth road connectivity in key industrial areas of the Union Territory. Dy CM Choudhary, informed the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly that a significant portion of the proposed road alignment falls within forest land, making prior forest clearance mandatory before execution of the project. The Deputy CM said that the existing [] The post Forest Clearance Must For Road Expansion; Lassipora Traffic Pressure Cited: Dy CM Choudhary appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indian Cities Heat Action Plans Must Focus On High Night-Time Temperatures, Study Says
NEW DELHI, Apr 2: A new analysis has found that heat risk in Indian cities is increasingly being shaped not only by daytime heatwaves but also by night-time heatwaves and compound heatwaves, which occur when a daytime heatwave is followed by a night-time heatwave. This is significant because current Heat Action Plans (HAPs) and urban climate policies mainly focus on daytime heatwaves, according to the study. A HAP serves as an early warning system and preparedness plan for extreme heat [] The post Indian Cities Heat Action Plans Must Focus On High Night-Time Temperatures, Study Says appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
5 Best Tools to Remove Emoji From Photos in 2026
There is something especially frustrating about finding a photo you still love, only to realize it has been covered with a giant emoji. Maybe it was saved from social media, maybe someone added a sticker before sending it to you, or maybe you edited it years ago and now want the clean version back. Whatever the case, this is exactly where AI photo cleanup tools have become incredibly useful. The best ones can remove emojis, stickers, and other overlays while [] The post 5 Best Tools to Remove Emoji From Photos in 2026 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
5 Best Object Removers in 2026: Which One Should You Actually Use?
There is a very specific kind of frustration that comes with taking a great photo and then noticing one small thing ruining it. Maybe it is a stranger in the background, a sign that pulls attention away from the subject, a watermark, or just a random object that makes the whole image feel messy. In the past, fixing that meant opening complicated editing software and spending way too much time brushing, cloning, and hoping the final result looked natural. Now, [] The post 5 Best Object Removers in 2026: Which One Should You Actually Use? appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Voter Name Deletion: Judicial Officers Rescued After Protesters Gheraoed Them For Hours In Bengal
Kolkata, Apr 2: Seven judicial officers engaged in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) were rescued after protesters gheraoed them for several hours in West Bengals Malda district over the deletion of names from the electoral rolls, officials said on Thursday. Security forces used batons to disperse the crowd and rescued the judicial officers, including three women, late at night on Wednesday. Alleging large-scale removal of names of voters in the SIR process, the protesters also blocked National Highway 12 (Kolkata-Siliguri) [] The post Voter Name Deletion: Judicial Officers Rescued After Protesters Gheraoed Them For Hours In Bengal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rahul flags deficiencies in health scheme for ex-servicemen, says govt must treat them with respect
NEW DELHI, Apr 2: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday flagged deficiencies within the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) and said the government should, at the very least, accord respect and support to the brave armed forces personnel who sacrifice everything for the country. Gandhi said that a few days ago, he met ex-servicemen who were injured in the line of duty while defending the nation at the Jansansad. They highlighted serious deficiencies within the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), [] The post Rahul flags deficiencies in health scheme for ex-servicemen, says govt must treat them with respect appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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Driver Dies, Two Others Injured In School Van Accident At Lal Chowk, Students Safe
Srinagar, Apr 2: A driver lost his life while two others were injured in a road accident of school van near Ghanta Ghar at Lal Chowk in Srinagar on Thursday. Fortunately students escaped unhurt in the accident. Officals said the driver identified as Javeed Ahmad, 47, a resident of Umair Abad, Bemina, was injured critically and was immediately shifted to SMHS Hospital. Javeed Ahmad was driving a school van when he lost control opposite SSI Bank Lal Chowk, resulting in [] The post Driver Dies, Two Others Injured In School Van Accident At Lal Chowk, Students Safe appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt Exempts Critical Petrochemical Products From Customs Duty Amid West Asia Crisis
NEW DELHI, Apr 2: The government on Thursday exempted import of critical petrochemical products from customs duty to ensure supply stability and provide relief to consumers of final products amid the crisis in West Asia. The duty exemption, which is valid till June 30, will benefit sectors dependent on petrochemical feedstock and intermediates such as plastics, packaging, textiles, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, automotive components and other manufacturing segments. In a statement, the finance ministry said in light of the ongoing conflict in [] The post Govt Exempts Critical Petrochemical Products From Customs Duty Amid West Asia Crisis appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
GMC Handwara Relocation on Cards as Flood-prone Site Declared Unsafe
SRINAGAR: The long-awaited Government Medical College (GMC) Handwara project is set for relocation after the originally identified construction site at Maidan Chogal/Chogal was found unsuitable due to recurring flood threats, the Health and Medical Education Department informed the Assembly. Replying to a question raised by MLA Khursheed Ahmad Sheikh, the Minister for Health and Medical []
Budget Session Govt committed to phased regularisation of daily wagers: CM
Member withdraws bill after assurance Jammu: Reaffirming its commitment to regularisation of daily wagers in Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday informed the Legislative Assembly that the process will be initiated in a phased manner during the current financial year. He made these remarks while responding to a bill moved by MLA []
Govts responsibility to protect properties religious shrines of KPs: Omar
Jammu: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday asserted that it is the responsibility of the government to ensure protection of the properties and religious shrines of displaced Kashmiri Pandits until their safe and dignified return to the valley. Opposing a private members bill tabled by National Conference legislator Arjun Singh Raju in []
Govt tightens regulation to promote responsible tourism in J&K
Jammu: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said that the Tourism Department is taking steps to strengthen training, registration and regulatory mechanisms for tourism stakeholders to ensure safety, quality and responsible tourism practices across Jammu and Kashmir. The Chief Minister was replying to a question raised by MLA Zadibal Tanvir Sadiq during the Question Hour []
LG orders zero tolerance policy to eradicate drug menace in J&K
Chairs meeting with DCs, SSPs Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday directed for adopting a Zero Tolerance Policy against the drug menace in the UT of Jammu & Kashmir. He was chairing a high-level meeting with Deputy Commissioners, SSPs and senior officials of the Civil and Police administration at Lok Bhavan, Jammu. The Lieutenant []
LG praises border villages, promises focused dev, prosperity
Highlights efforts to improve infrastructure, edu, livelihood opportunities Jammu: Border villages are Indias first line of defence, and the residents are the first face of India that any outsider sees. Border residents are not only first in courage, sacrifice, and patience but you also stand first in the priorities of our Honble Prime Minister Shri []
Mehbooba urges LG to reopen tourist places shut after Pahalgam attack
Srinagar: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti on Wednesday appealed to Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha to reopen the tourist places that were closed in the wake of last years Pahalgam terror attack. Mufti said several delegations from Anantnag called on her during her visit to the south Kashmir district on Wednesday []
In a first, NC allows Private Members bill on lease renewal in J&K Assembly
Jammu: For the first time after assuming power in Jammu & Kashmir in 2024, the ruling National Conference allowed the introduction of a Private Members Bill seeking the renewal of lease rights for existing occupants whose leases have expired. The Bill aims to restore the Jammu and Kashmir Land Grants Act, 1960, and its rules []
Bureaucrats absence triggers Assembly protest
Jammu: Cutting across party lines, MLAs on Wednesday expressed concern over the absence of bureaucrats in the Legislative Assembly during Question Hour. As Question Hour was nearing its end, NC MLA Nazi Gurezi alleged that bureaucrats were taking the House lightly. Pointing to the officers gallery, the legislator said, You look towards the gallery. This []
Driver Killed, Two Injured in Srinagar School Van Accident
SRINAGAR: A driver lost his life while two others were injured in a road accident involving a school van near Ghanta Ghar at Lal Chowk in Srinagar on Thursday. Fortunately, the students travelling in the vehicle escaped unhurt. Officials said the driver, identified as Javeed Ahmad (47), a resident of Umair Abad, Bemina, sustained critical []
Govt Has Handed Over Two Hydro Power Projects to NHPC, says PDP MLA
SRINAGAR: PDP leader and MLA Pulwama Waheed Ur Rehman Para on Thursday said that the Jammu and Kashmir government has handed over two new hydropower projects to NHPC amid the ongoing Assembly session, raising concerns over the UTs control over its energy resources. As assembly session continues. J&K govt has handed over two new hydropower []
Indias 2027 Census to be first fully tech-driven: CPCO for J-K, Ladakh
Jammu: Amit Sharma, the Chief Principal Census Officer and Director of Census Operations in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, on Wednesday, April 1, outlined the roadmap for Census 2027 in the twin Union Territories, where self-enumeration will begin on May 17. This will be Indias first census to be conducted entirely through digital mode, he 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 .
Iran Presidents Open Letter to Americans: Confrontation Is Costly and Futile
SRINAGAR: Masoud Pezeshkian on Wednesday issued an open letter addressed to the people of the United States, asserting that Iran harbours no enmity toward ordinary Americans and warning that continued confrontation between the two countries is more costly and futile than ever before. According to Press TV, the Iranian president said narratives portraying Iran as []
Rizvis unbeaten 70 helps DC beat LSG by six wickets
LUCKNOW, Apr 1: Sameer Rizvi gave ample display of his talent, coming in as an Impact Substitute, as Delhi Capitals cantered home by six wickets against Lucknow Super Giants despite initial stutters to make a winning start in the IPL here on Wednesday. Chasing a lowly target of 142, DC were reduced to 26 for 4 within first five overs but Rizvi (70 not out off 47 balls), substituting T Natarajan, conjured an unbroken 119-run stand for the fifth wicket [] The post Rizvis unbeaten 70 helps DC beat LSG by six wickets appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Redrawing Jammu, Reimagining Kashmir Anatomy of a Politically Loaded Proposal
Col Ajay K Raina ajaykrraina@gmail.com The introduction of a private members bill by a legislator from the Kashmir Valley proposing the creation of new districts-and more significantly, the division of the Jammu Province into three subregions-demands scrutiny beyond its ostensibly administrative intent. On the surface, such proposals are often couched in the language of balanced development and administrative efficiency. Yet, when examined against historical patterns, demographic realities, and the semantics of the proposed nomenclature, the move appears less technocratic and [] The post Redrawing Jammu, Reimagining Kashmir Anatomy of a Politically Loaded Proposal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Revisiting Indian Knowledge Systems The Role of Tribal Knowledge in Sustainable Futures
Dr Harmeet Singh harmeetjnu@gmail.com One of the oldest and most complete ways to learn about environment, health, and human well-being is through Indian traditional wisdom. For thousands of years, people in India have constructed systems of knowledge based on what they see, do, and how they interact with nature. Farming, medicine, building, metalworking, philosophy, and defending the environment are all means of knowing. Traditional medicinal knowledge is very important because it is directly tied to health and survival. Ayurveda, Siddha, [] The post Revisiting Indian Knowledge Systems The Role of Tribal Knowledge in Sustainable Futures appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
West Asia war: PM chairs special CCS, assesses critical needs for common people
NEW DELHI, Apr 1: A special meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday reviewed the steps taken in view of the ongoing conflict in West Asia and assessed the availability of critical needs of the common man. At the meeting, Modi called for all-out efforts to protect the citizens from the impact of the conflict, a statement issued by the Prime Ministers Office said. The meeting was held to review measures [] The post West Asia war: PM chairs special CCS, assesses critical needs for common people appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
MLAs unite to voice concern over officers absence from Assembly
Imperative for officers to be present: Speaker House not being taken seriously, say legislators Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Apr 1: In a rare occasion, the Legislative Assembly in one voice today voiced concern over absence of senior officers in the Officers Gallery of the House and charged them with taking the Assembly and its members lightly prompting Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather to direct that highest officers of the concerned Departments whose questions are taken up should be present. Follow the Daily [] The post MLAs unite to voice concern over officers absence from Assembly appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 1: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today chaired a high-level meeting to discuss a strategic collaboration between SKUAST Jammu and the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) for strengthening evidence-based policy-making and sustainable agricultural transformation in the Union Territory. The meeting was attended by Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Dr. Ashish Chandra Verma, Additional Chief Secretary, Agriculture Production Department; Shailendra Kumar, Additional Chief Secretary, Finance Department; Dr. Mandeep K. Bhandari, Principal Secretary to Lieutenant Governor; Prof. B. N. [] The post LG chairs high level meeting to discuss SKUAST-J, IFPRI collaboration for Agricultural Transformation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Prez Murmu, PM Modi take part in self-enumeration exercise as Indias first digital census begins
NEW DELHI, Apr 1 : President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday took part in the first self-enumeration exercise in Indias census history, which began in the national capital and seven other states and UTs giving an option to citizens to submit their information through a special web portal. The first citizen of the country self-enumerated on the SE portal(se.census.gov.in) where she filled all her details in Rashtrapati Bhavan in the presence of Home Secretary Govind Mohan [] The post Prez Murmu, PM Modi take part in self-enumeration exercise as Indias first digital census begins appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt to adopt Rajasthan model for tourism stakeholders in J&K: CM
Tourists sometimes forced into uncomfortable situations *578 illegal constructions detected at destinations Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 1: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said harassment of tourists in Jammu and Kashmir is not widespread but admitted that sometimes they are forced into uncomfortable situations on being asked to purchase warm clothing unnecessarily, overcharging and being approached aggressively by the service providers. He said the Government will adopt a Rajasthan-style behavioural training model for tourism stakeholders to improve the experience of holidaymakers [] The post Govt to adopt Rajasthan model for tourism stakeholders in J&K: CM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indian Navy was minutes away from striking Pak from sea during Op Sindoor: Admiral Tripathi
MUMBAI, Apr 1 : The Indian Navy was minutes away from striking Pakistan from the sea during Operation Sindoor when Islamabad requested stoppage of kinetic actions, Navy chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi said on Wednesday. The Navy chief was speaking at the naval investiture ceremony here, where he awarded Yudh Seva Medals to two top naval officers for their distinguished service during Operation Sindoor conducted last year after the Pahalgam terror attack. Operation Sindoor demonstrated exemplary readiness and resolve of [] The post Indian Navy was minutes away from striking Pak from sea during Op Sindoor: Admiral Tripathi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt accords sanction to authorization of funds under Rev Budget out of BE 2026-27
For power purchase funds to be released on monthly basis Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 1: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir today accorded sanction for the authorization of 50 % funds, under all the detailed heads through BEAMS, under Revenue Budget and for power purchase the funds shall be released on monthly basis out of approved appropriation for 2026-27. In an order issued here today, the Budget Division of the J&K Finance Department while giving reference of the Jammu and [] The post Govt accords sanction to authorization of funds under Rev Budget out of BE 2026-27 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dr Jitendra informs LS about Antariksh Venture Fund to promote Space StartUps
Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Apr 1: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh today informed the Lok Sabha about Antariksh Venture Capital Fund, set up to promote Space StartUps and the emerging Spacetech ecosystem. The Minister also added that Indias dedicated venture capital fund for the space sector is progressing steadily, with investment in selected StartUps expected to begin from the [] The post Dr Jitendra informs LS about Antariksh Venture Fund to promote Space StartUps appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Private Members bill on lease renewal introduced in Assembly, BJP calls it breach of trust
Bill to benefit super elite of Kashmir: Lone Avtar Bhat JAMMU, Apr 1: A Private Members Bill allowing renewal of leases of Government land was introduced in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly today after the ruling National Conference (NC) decided not to oppose it, but Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah said they will take a call on supporting its passage once the debate is completed. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The opposition BJP alleged that the ruling party [] The post Private Members bill on lease renewal introduced in Assembly, BJP calls it breach of trust appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Special works undertaken to boost rail operations on Jammu-Katra section
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 1: Northern Railway has implemented a special Mega Block to restore normal train speeds at Bridge No. 163 on the Shaheed Captain Tushar Mahajan-Chak Rakhwal (MCTM-CRWL) rail section in the Jammu Division. The bridge had suffered damage last year due to heavy rainfall and flash floods, following which a temporary speed restriction of 20 km/h was imposed to ensure passenger safety. The Mega Block was carried out to remove this restriction and streamline train operations. During [] The post Special works undertaken to boost rail operations on Jammu-Katra section appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
JKCCC delegation meets Financial Commissioner
*Seeks efficient policy framework Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 1: A delegation of the Jammu & Kashmir Contractors Coordination Committee (JKCCC), led by its Chairman, Ghulam Jeelani Purza, held a detailed meeting recently with the Financial Commissioner (Additional Chief Secretary), Shailendra Kumar, to discuss a range of pressing issues faced by the contractor fraternity across Jammu & Kashmir. Talking to the media-persons, Jeelani Purza said the delegation raised concerns regarding delays in the release of pending payments pending at various levels. [] The post JKCCC delegation meets Financial Commissioner appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UIDAI hosts UT-Level Training Workshop for Aadhaar Authentication Operators
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 1: The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), Regional Office Chandigarh, in association with Information Technology Department UT of Jammu & Kashmir, on Wednesday organised a one-day UT-level training workshop for Aadhaar authentication operators here at the Convention Center. More than 100 officials from the Department of Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Jammu & Kashmir Bank, Jammu & Kashmir Grameen Bank and other departments attended the programme. State Project Manager UIDAI Shoaib Khan welcomed the [] The post UIDAI hosts UT-Level Training Workshop for Aadhaar Authentication Operators appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The review of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan by LG comes at a time when UT is confronting a deeply disturbing and rapidly worsening drug addiction crisis. The urgency reflected in the call for a massive crackdown is not misplaced. On the ground, the situation has already crossed the threshold of concern and entered a phase of alarming proliferation. Drug addiction cases across the UT have been rising steadily and, by most indicators, exponentially. This trend points to an uncomfortable [] The post Escalating Drug Crisis appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC advocate Nar Hari Singh delivers guest lecture at Global Law School in Sonepat
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 1: Supreme Court (SC) advocate Nar Hari Singh delivered a special guest lecture at O P Jindal Global Universitys Jindal Global Law School, Sonepat (Haryana) on the evolving landscape of the legal profession in India, highlighting the growing role of technology and the shifting focus of legal practice. Singh was honoured by the Vice Chancellor and Registrar of the university on the occasion. The event was organized by Jindal Global Law School under the guidance of [] The post SC advocate Nar Hari Singh delivers guest lecture at Global Law School in Sonepat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Veteran League culminates
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 1: The Jammu Veteran League (Edition 2), a high-octane anti-drug cricket tournament organized by Samvedna Club at MA Stadium, concluded today, promoting healthy lifestyles and steering youth away from drug abuse. The tournament, which began on March 18, culminated in a thrilling final between Royal Legends Cricket Club and United RS Pura Cricket Club, with Royal Legends claiming the title through a 7-wicket victory. The closing ceremony was graced by Aijaz Qaiser, Joint Director Tourism [] The post Jammu Veteran League culminates appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Chandeep wins Gold at 4th Para Taekwondo Cship
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 1: Chandeep Singh, an international Para Taekwondo athlete from Jammu & Kashmir, has brought glory to the Union Territory by winning the Gold Medal at the 4th Para Taekwondo Championship held in Bengaluru, organized by India Taekwondo. He has also qualified for the upcoming Asian Para Taekwondo Championship in Mongolia, marking another milestone in his sporting career. Chandeep represented J&K under the banner of the Taekwondo Association of Jammu & Kashmir (TAJK), affiliated with India [] The post Chandeep wins Gold at 4th Para Taekwondo Cship appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
RKFC eyes comeback against Diamond Harbour FC
Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 1: Real Kashmir Football Club (RKFC) is preparing for its second home game of the Indian Football League (IFL) season against Diamond Harbour FC (DHFC) tomorrow at TRC Ground, Srinagar. Owned by Arshad Shawl, RKFC is the only club from Jammu & Kashmir participating in the rebranded IFL this season. The team comes into the match after a narrow 1-0 loss to Namdhari FC in their opening game. Despite the setback, head coach Ishfaq Ahmad [] The post RKFC eyes comeback against Diamond Harbour FC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jodhamal Public School holds workshop
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 1: Jodhamal Public School hosted an insightful and engaging workshop for its faculty on the theme Impact of Mass Media and Transformative Teaching Pedagogies. The session was conducted by Dr Tanvi Gupta, State Taxation Officer, along with Harish Raina, eminent educationist and Senior Regional Manager at Prachi India Pvt. Ltd. The workshop saw enthusiastic participation from all teachers of Jodhamal Public School and focused on the evolving role of mass media in shaping perceptions, learning behaviors, [] The post Jodhamal Public School holds workshop appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
