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Withdrawal of Futile Treatment is Not Passive Euthanasia A Medical Ethical View

J Charles Davis davischarlesj76@gmail.com May Harish Rana live in eternal peace. Harish Rana passed away at the Palliative Care Unit of the AIIMS-Delhi after the Supreme Court granted withdrawal of medically futile treatment that kept him awake but unconscious in a coma for more than 13 years. Many newspapers describe it as passive euthanasia generating confusion. However, such terminology risks misunderstanding the true significance. What the Court has in fact recognised is the ethical and legal permissibility of withdrawing life-sustaining [] The post Withdrawal of Futile Treatment is Not Passive Euthanasia A Medical Ethical View appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2026 4:59 am

Strategic petroleum reserves- an option or necessity

Sushant The Pandavas were in their 12th year of exile in Kamyaka Forest when Rishi Durvasa, known for his volatile temper and tendency to curse, along with his thousands of disciples visited their cottage for bhojan. Pandavas had Akshaya Patra (a magical poot) and Lord Krishna himself, who, appeared there to help Draupadi out of that dilemma. He ate the last grain of rice which made Rishi Durvasa and his disciples feel as they have had a massive feast. But [] The post Strategic petroleum reserves- an option or necessity appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2026 4:55 am

Understanding Impact of Global Tensions on India and J&K

Taresh Gupta tareshgupta042@gmail.com There was a time, not very long ago, when the global economy felt like a well-oiled machine. Goods moved across continents with ease, energy supplies felt relatively stable, and while conflicts existed, they rarely disrupted everyday economic life in a lasting way. That sense of predictability is now fading. Today, the world feels more unsettled in a way that is hard to ignore. Wars stretch on longer than expected. Trade disputes between major economies are no longer [] The post Understanding Impact of Global Tensions on India and J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2026 4:50 am

Media delegation from Jammu interacts with Chikankari artisans

Excelsior Correspondent LUCKNOW, March 26 : As part of the 5-day media tour organised by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), the media delegation from Jammu today visited Badi Garhi village in Malihabad block of the Lucknow district. The delegation met a group of local women artisans engaged in Chikankari Lucknows famed traditional hand embroidery art. They watched in awe as the magical hands by meticulous needlework transformed light fabric into a delicate art form widely cherished for its elegance. [] The post Media delegation from Jammu interacts with Chikankari artisans appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2026 4:47 am

Bioinnovate-2026 begins at CSIR-IIIM; potential startups receive seed funding

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 26: The two-day flagship event Bioinnovate-2026 commenced at the CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (IIIM), Sanat Nagar, bringing together startups, innovators, researchers, industry experts, and key stakeholders from the bioinnovation ecosystem in a vibrant display of innovation and collaboration. Dr Zabeer Ahmed, Chairman AIC-IIIM and Director of CSIR-IIIM, inaugurated the event. On the occasion, seed fund cheques were distributed to several startups incubated under AIC-IIIM. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation, with a large number of startups [] The post Bioinnovate-2026 begins at CSIR-IIIM; potential startups receive seed funding appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2026 4:45 am

We are keen to see de-escalation: British envoy Lindy Cameron on West Asia situation

NEW DELHI, Mar 26 : British High Commissioner to India Lindy Cameron on Thursday said the UK is keen to see de-escalation in West Asia and eventually the conflict to come to an end besides resumption of oil flow in order to ensure it does not have a detrimental impact on its economy. At an interactive session hosted at an event here, she also said the UK, however, is supportive of defensive action to prevent Iran firing missiles across the [] The post We are keen to see de-escalation: British envoy Lindy Cameron on West Asia situation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2026 4:30 am

20th J&K UT Fencing Cship 2025-26 concludes

*District Jammu bags overall Cship in Mens, Womens sections Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 26: The 20th J&K UT Fencing Championship 2025-26 concluded today at the Indoor Fencing Hall, MA Stadium, Jammu. District Jammu clinched the overall championship in both Mens and Womens sections. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from more than 400 fencers (both men and women) representing 17 districts of the UT. The championship featured all three fencing disciplines-Epee, Foil, and Sabre-and competitions were conducted across multiple age [] The post 20th J&K UT Fencing Cship 2025-26 concludes appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2026 4:30 am

Will be forced to shut petrol pumps if panicking, crowding continue: CM

No shortage of fuel, LPG, essential items Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 26: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today warned people to refrain from panicking or crowding petrol pumps saying there is no shortage of fuel, LPG or essential commodities. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp He said he will attend an online meeting called by Prime Minister Narendra Modi tomorrow with the Chief Ministers of all States and Union Territories on the situation arising of war in West Asia. Click [] The post Will be forced to shut petrol pumps if panicking, crowding continue: CM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2026 4:30 am

Omar unveils Jammu Marathon Expo

*Our endeavour is to integrate wellness & sports events in our tourism packages: CM Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 26: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated the Jammu Marathon2026 Expo at Dussehra Ground, Gandhi Nagar. The Chief Minister formally opened the exposition by cutting a ceremonial ribbon, followed by the launch of a signature campaign. The expo marks the final phase of preparations for the much-anticipated maiden edition of the Jammu Marathon, scheduled to be held on March 29 in [] The post Omar unveils Jammu Marathon Expo appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2026 4:30 am

Union Minister Pradhan pushes decolonisation of language, holistic education at Mysuru conference

MYSURU (Karnataka), Mar 26: Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Thursday said that a strong emphasis has been placed on the decolonisation of language frameworks and knowledge systems, alongside a shift towards more indigenous perspectives in linguistic development. Pradhan, who was in Mysuru, said he held substantive discussions with the team at the Central Institute of Indian Languages on its evolving mandate to advance the development and strengthening of Bharatiya (Indian) languages through research, innovation, and collaborative frameworks. The dialogue centred [] The post Union Minister Pradhan pushes decolonisation of language, holistic education at Mysuru conference appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2026 4:30 am

Andhra bus fire tragedy: 14 persons burnt to death, several injured, Prez, PM condole deaths

RAYAVARAM (Andhra Pradesh), Mar 26: At least 14 passengers, including a five-month-old infant were killed on Thursday after a private bus collided with a gravel-laden truck, triggering a massive fire here in Markapuram district, officials said. Among the victims were five women. Most of the deceased were masons and those working in the construction sector. As many as 22 passengers were injured in the blaze, a senior official further said. The toll touched 14 after accounting for the death of [] The post Andhra bus fire tragedy: 14 persons burnt to death, several injured, Prez, PM condole deaths appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2026 4:29 am

LG pays obeisance at Bawe Wali Mata Temple

Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Mar 26: The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday paid obeisance at the Holy Bawe Wali Mata Temple in Jammu. He prayed for peace and prosperity of J&K UT and well-being of one and all. The post LG pays obeisance at Bawe Wali Mata Temple appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2026 4:29 am

India crush Pakistan 3-0 to enter semis of SAFF U20 Championship

MALE, Mar 26: Led by Omang Dodums brace, India delivered a strong performance to crush Pakistan 3-0 and advance to the semifinals of the SAFF U-20 Championship here on Thursday. The high-octane clash at the National Football Stadium saw the Blue Colts secure their spot in the semifinals while simultaneously eliminating Pakistan from the tournament. In just the third minute, Gurnaj Singh displayed exceptional vision, floating a perfectly weighted through ball into the box. Vishal Yadav, who is the third [] The post India crush Pakistan 3-0 to enter semis of SAFF U20 Championship appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2026 4:29 am

Ram Navami celebrated with religious fervour; Shobha Yatra taken out

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 26: Ram Navami was celebrated today with great religious fervour, enthusiasm and traditional grandeur across Jammu region, with thousands of devotees participating in prayers, Shobha Yatra and Saakh Visarjan ceremonies. The main celebrations were held at the historic Raghunath Temple, where devotees thronged since early morning to offer prayers on the auspicious occasion marking the birth anniversary of Lord Shri Ram. Special Puja and religious discourses were organised, creating a spiritually charged atmosphere in the temple [] The post Ram Navami celebrated with religious fervour; Shobha Yatra taken out appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2026 4:28 am

Court frames charges against former MS Sarwal Hospital in medical shop scam

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 26: In an anti-corruption case linked to the allotment of a Fair Price Medical Shop at Government Hospital Sarwal, the court of Special Judge Anti-Corruption Jammu Sonia Gupta has framed charges against former Medical Superintendent Dr Arun Sharma and private beneficiary Rajinder Gupta, holding that there is sufficient prima facie material to proceed against them for offences under the J&K Prevention of Corruption Act and criminal conspiracy law. The case arose out of FIR No. 08/2020 [] The post Court frames charges against former MS Sarwal Hospital in medical shop scam appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2026 4:08 am

AIIMS Jammu performs 1st-ever bilateral breast interstitial brachytherapy

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 26: The Department of Radiation Oncology at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Jammu has successfully performed bilateral interstitial brachytherapy in a female patient diagnosed with bilateral breast cancer, following breast-conserving surgery (BCS) and completion of adjuvant chemotherapy. The patient, a diagnosed case of synchronous bilateral breast malignancy, had previously undergone breast-conserving surgery for both breasts and subsequently received adjuvant systemic chemotherapy. In view of the need for precise local radiation boost while preserving cosmetic [] The post AIIMS Jammu performs 1st-ever bilateral breast interstitial brachytherapy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2026 4:07 am

India among 5 nations granted passage by Iran

TEHRAN/NEW DELHI, Mar 26: Iran allowed India and a number of other friendly nations including China and Russia to use the Strait of Hormuz for commercial shipping, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has said. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Global oil and gas prices have surged after Iran virtually blocked the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow shipping lane between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, that handles roughly 20 percent of global oil and LNG [] The post India among 5 nations granted passage by Iran appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2026 4:07 am

Sri Lankan scholar visits SMVDU, explores academic collaborations

Excelsior Correspondent KATRA, Mar 26: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) had the privilege of hosting Dr Medha de Alwis, a distinguished scholar and post-doctoral researcher from Sri Lanka, known globally for her multifaceted contributions as a legal counsel, journalist, trainer, and public speaker. During her visit, Dr de Alwis actively engaged in a series of interactive sessions with faculty members, research scholars, and students across multiple departments. These sessions were held at the Mechanical Engineering Department, the School of [] The post Sri Lankan scholar visits SMVDU, explores academic collaborations appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2026 4:06 am

Several join Apni Party

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 26: Apni Party president Altaf Bukhari and several other senior leaders on Thursday extended a warm welcome to a group of political activists and workers into the party fold. The new members belong to various areas of the Lal Chowk constituency. They formally joined the party during a function held at the party headquarters in Srinagar. Besides Bukhari, the prominent leaders present on the occasion included the partys Provincial president, Mohammed Ashraf Mir; party chief spokesperson, [] The post Several join Apni Party appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2026 4:05 am

Bhushan, Agnihotri announce new film Operation Sindoor

MUMBAI, Mar 26: Bhushan Kumar and Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri today announced their new film Operation Sindoor, which, they said, draws inspiration from the code name of Indias targeted military strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir following Pahalgam terror attack. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The film will be based on the book Operation Sindoor: The Untold Story of Indias Deep Strikes Inside Pakistan by Lt Gen K.J.S. Tiny Dhillon (Retd). Agnihotri will direct the film. [] The post Bhushan, Agnihotri announce new film Operation Sindoor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2026 4:05 am

SMVDNSH Governing Body reviews hospital functioning, future plan

Excelsior Correspondent KATRA, Mar 26: The 71st meeting of the Governing Body (GB) of SMVD Narayana Superspeciality Hospital (SMVDNSH), Kakryal (Katra), was convened at the hospital premises under the chairmanship of Dr K K Talwar, Member, SMVDSB. The meeting was attended by Dr Ashok Bhan, Member, SMVDSB; Sachin Kumar Vaishya, CEO; Alok Kumar Maurya, Additional CEO; Pawan Sharma, FA/CAO, SMVDSB; Dr Yashpal Sharma, Executive Director/ CAO, SMVDIME; Sunil Narayan, Zonal Director; Dr M M Mathavan, Facility Director, NH along with [] The post SMVDNSH Governing Body reviews hospital functioning, future plan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2026 4:04 am

60 days of oil stocks, 800,000 tonnes of LPG secured, says Govt Dismissing shortage reports as misinformation

New Delhi, Mar 26 : India has about 60 days of oil stock cover and has arranged one full month of LPG supply, the government said on Thursday, adding that there is no shortage of petrol, diesel, or LPG, calling reports of shortages as a deliberate misinformation campaign aimed at triggering panic buying. Amid reports [] The post 60 days of oil stocks, 800,000 tonnes of LPG secured, says Govt Dismissing shortage reports as misinformation appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 27 Mar 2026 1:27 am

Centre approves Rs 5,000 Cr additional aid for J&K

Sinha, Omar thank PM, HM, Finance Minister New Delhi, Mar 26:The Centre on Thursday approved additional central assistance of Rs 5000 crore for Jammu and Kashmir, aimed at supporting infrastructure development and easing fiscal pressures in the Union Territory. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah [] The post Centre approves Rs 5,000 Cr additional aid for J&K appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 27 Mar 2026 1:20 am

Second part of JK Assemblys budget session today, likely to have stormy start

Jammu Tawi, Mar 26 : The second leg of the Jammu and Kashmir Assemblys budget session is expected to begin on a stormy note on Friday, with opposition parties gearing up to corner the government over its poll promises and the restoration of statehood. During the 18-day-long first half of the session, which began on [] The post Second part of JK Assemblys budget session today, likely to have stormy start appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 27 Mar 2026 1:17 am

CS evaluates key initiatives to transform healthcare in J&K

Jammu Tawi, Mar 26: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo chaired a high-level meeting to review the steps taken by the Health & Medical Education (H&ME) Department as part of an ongoing effort to implement healthcare reforms in Jammu & Kashmir based on recommendations of NITI Aayog. Senior officers from the Health & Medical Education Department and [] The post CS evaluates key initiatives to transform healthcare in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 27 Mar 2026 1:13 am

Schedule out for revision of electoral rolls

Exercise to be completed by May 15 Jammu Tawi, Mar 26:In a significant move, the State Election Commission (SEC) on Thursday issued a schedule for revision of Panchayat electoral rolls in Jammu and Kashmir. State Election Commissioner, Shantmanu said the Commission has issued a calendar for revision of Panchayat electoral rolls. As per calendar, a [] The post Schedule out for revision of electoral rolls appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 27 Mar 2026 1:09 am

Tourist police deployed across J&K to boost visitor safety: Centre

247 multi-lingual helpline received over 1.64 lakh calls in 2025 New Delhi, Mar 26:The Centre has stated that Jammu and Kashmir has put in place dedicated tourist police and helpline facilities to enhance safety and security for visitors at major tourist destinations across the Union Territory. Replying to a question in the Lok Sabha, Union [] The post Tourist police deployed across J&K to boost visitor safety: Centre appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 27 Mar 2026 1:06 am

Cabinet Okays major flyover in Srinagar, new staff in Health, judiciary

Clears introduction of appropriation bills in Assembly New Delhi, Mar 26:The Jammu & Kashmir cabinet on Thursday approved the construction of a major flyover in Srinagar, along with the introduction of appropriation bills in the Legislative Assembly. Sources said that the cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, gave its nod for the construction of [] The post Cabinet Okays major flyover in Srinagar, new staff in Health, judiciary appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 27 Mar 2026 1:02 am

Nr Command gears up to hold Investiture Ceremony tomorrow

Gen Pratik to confer 92 awards upon soldiers, units of Army for exceptional service, bravery Jammu Tawi, Mar 26:The Northern Command Investiture Ceremony 2026 is slated to be held on Saturday (March 28) at the headquarters in Udhampur. According to the details available, ninety-two (92) awards will be conferred upon soldiers and units of the [] The post Nr Command gears up to hold Investiture Ceremony tomorrow appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 27 Mar 2026 12:58 am

J&Ks groundwater recharge 2.30 BCM, extraction 0.51 BCM

New Delhi, Mar 26:The Government of India (GoI) informed the Lok Sabha that Jammu and Kashmir has an annual groundwater recharge of 2.30 billion cubic meters (BCM), with extractable resources estimated at 2.07 BCM. Replying to an unstarred question, Minister of State for Jal Shakti Raj Bhushan Choudhary said that the total annual groundwater extraction [] The post J&Ks groundwater recharge 2.30 BCM, extraction 0.51 BCM appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 27 Mar 2026 12:55 am

Jmu-Sgr highway closed after landslide

Jammu Tawi, Mar 26:The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway was closed in Ramban district on Thursday after massive boulders fell on the road, leaving hundreds of vehicles stranded on both sides, officials said. An official said that the highway remained blocked due to large boulders and a landslide between Karol Bridge and Chanderkot, halting vehicular movement. Traffic [] The post Jmu-Sgr highway closed after landslide appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 27 Mar 2026 12:48 am

Over 96,000 Unorganised Workers in Jammu Kashmir Enrolled Under PM Pension Scheme: GoI

SRINAGAR: The Centre has said that 96,476 workers from Jammu and Kashmir have been enrolled under the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-dhan (PM-SYM) scheme aimed at providing old-age pension to unorganised sector workers. Replying to an unstarred question in the Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Labour and Employment Shobha Karandlaje said that the scheme, []

KashmirLife 26 Mar 2026 10:52 pm

What Would It Mean to Build an Economy on Imagination?

by Sri Varshith Kumar Reddy E On the Orange Economy, Indias creative capital, and why Jammu & Kashmir may hold more on its balance sheets than it knows There is an old economic habit of mind that measures the wealth of nations by what they dig, smelt, stitch, or assemble, that is, by the tonnage []

KashmirLife 26 Mar 2026 10:50 pm

LG Sinha Invites Suggestions for SMVDSBs Upcoming International Goddess Museum at Katra

SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Thursday has invited suggestions from the people for the establishment of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Boards (SMVDSB) first-of-its-kind International Goddess Museum, at Katra. The Goddess Museum is envisioned as a unique global spiritual landmark. Members of the public are encouraged to visit the official portal www.smvdsbimog.org to []

KashmirLife 26 Mar 2026 10:45 pm

Jaundice Outbreak in South Kashmir Village, Nearly 30 Cases Reported

SRINAGAR: Nearly 30 cases of jaundice, mostly among children, have been reported over the past few weeks in the Zarihard area of Tral in South Kashmirs Pulwama district. Local residents said the spike in cases has created panic in the area, with many families rushing their children to nearby health centres after symptoms such as []

KashmirLife 26 Mar 2026 10:39 pm

Expired Glucose Administered to Patients at GMC Anantnag, Allege Attendants

SRINAGAR: Panic and outrage gripped attendants at Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag on Wednesday after allegations surfaced that expired glucose was administered to a few patients, triggering adverse reactions and raising serious questions about patient safety in the hospital. Attendants said that the incident came to light after some patients developed unusual reactions soon after []

KashmirLife 26 Mar 2026 10:33 pm

Lal Chowks Iconic Ghanta Ghar falls Silent as Clock and Chimes Stop Working

SRINAGAR:The familiar sound that marked every hour at Srinagars historic Lal Chowk Clock Tower has fallen silent, with both the clock and its bells reportedly not working. The structure, popularly known as Ghanta Ghar, has been a defining feature of the city centre for decades, but in recent days, locals allege, neither the clock is []

KashmirLife 26 Mar 2026 10:23 pm

Agniveer- the Nations Asset

There is no doubt in the fact that Agniveers are the vital force of the country and utilizing their services even after the end of their active tenures is not at all a bad idea. In this context, reportedly, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has written to all states to reserve 20 percent jobs for [] The post Agniveer- the Nations Asset appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 26 Mar 2026 10:19 pm

Should menstrual leave be a right or a choice?

Shaleen Mahajan Summum jus, summa injuriawhich means the strictest application of law can sometimes result in the greatest injustice. This paradox lies at the heart of the debate on menstrual leave in India. Should it be made mandatory for all working women? At first glance, the idea appears rooted in dignity and fairness. Yet, a [] The post Should menstrual leave be a right or a choice? appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 26 Mar 2026 9:58 pm

Cabinet approved Indias NDC 2031-35 adopts calibrated middle path

May help increase bargaining power and finish its development agenda By Dr. Gyan Pathak The cabinet approved Indias Nationally Determined contribution (NDC) 2031-35 has clearly adopted a calibrated middle path between its climate responsibility and development sovereignty in the backdrop of the countrys unfinished development agenda. It signals Indias willingness to act on climate [] The post Cabinet approved Indias NDC 2031-35 adopts calibrated middle path appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 26 Mar 2026 9:54 pm

US-Iran Talks on peace in West Asia have many roadblocks needing tough mediation

Tehran is till apprehensive of Trumps objectives while getting ready By Ashok Nilakantan Ayers NEW YORK: Peace in the middle east has many roadblocks as Iran rejected initially Trumps 15-point one sided peace plan coming up with its own counter terms and retaining its right to maintain stock piles, control of Hormuz and [] The post US-Iran Talks on peace in West Asia have many roadblocks needing tough mediation appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 26 Mar 2026 9:52 pm

Indias Census: The foundation of population, policy and development

By Aish Yadav In a vast and diverse country like India, accurate information about the population is essential for the effective functioning of a democratic system. This is why the Census is regarded as one of the largest administrative exercises in the world. It is not merely a process of counting people, but a comprehensive [] The post Indias Census: The foundation of population, policy and development appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 26 Mar 2026 9:50 pm

CM Omar Abdullah Inaugurates Jammu Marathon Expo

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday inaugurated the Jammu Marathon2026 Expo at Dussehra Ground, Gandhi Nagar, marking the final phase of preparations for the maiden Jammu Marathon scheduled for March 29. The Chief Minister formally opened the expo by cutting a ribbon and launched a signature campaign, following which he inspected []

KashmirLife 26 Mar 2026 9:48 pm

Common diabetes drug works by acting on brain, study shows

NEW DELHI, Mar 26: A study has uncovered a brain-related pathway for how metformin the first-line treatment for diabetes for over 60 years and not considered to target the brain regulates blood sugar, opening the door to more targeted therapies. Its been widely accepted that metformin lowers blood glucose primarily by reducing glucose output in the liver. Other studies have found that it acts through the gut, author Makoto Fukuda, associate professor of pediatrics-nutrition at Baylor College of [] The post Common diabetes drug works by acting on brain, study shows appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 9:27 pm

CM Omar Chairs Cabinet Meeting to Review Development Works in Jammu Kashmir

SRINAGAR:Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday chaired a Cabinet meeting in Jammu to review ongoing development initiatives and governance priorities across the Union Territory. The meeting assessed the progress of key infrastructure projects and emphasised the need to accelerate their implementation. The Cabinet also deliberated on measures to strengthen public service delivery []

KashmirLife 26 Mar 2026 9:14 pm

Onus On J&K Govt To Create New Administrative Units, Says PDP After L-Gs Nod To Consider Bill

Srinagar, Mar 26: The opposition PDP on Thursday said the onus was on the Jammu and Kashmir government to create new administrative units in the Union territory to empower various regions, after Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha gave his approval for considering a Private Members Bill to this effect. The government should clarify its position on the significant Bill introduced by PDP MLA Waheed-ur-Rehman Para, which proposes administrative reorganisation, including the creation of new divisions and districts, across the Union territory, [] The post Onus On J&K Govt To Create New Administrative Units, Says PDP After L-Gs Nod To Consider Bill appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 9:03 pm

CM Omar Chairs Cabinet Meet In Jammu, Reviews Development, Governance Priorities

Srinagar, Mar 26: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday chaired a Cabinet meeting in Jammu, focusing on key development initiatives and governance priorities across the Union Territory. According to a post on X by the Office of J&K CM , the meeting reviewed progress on infrastructure projects and emphasized the need to accelerate their execution. The Cabinet also deliberated on strengthening public service delivery mechanisms and ensuring inclusive growth across Jammu and Kashmir. The Chief Minister stressed [] The post CM Omar Chairs Cabinet Meet In Jammu, Reviews Development, Governance Priorities appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 8:30 pm

Will Organise Kumbh Mela In Kashmirs Bandipora From July 15, 2026: Swami Kalikananda Saraswati

SRINAGAR, Mar 26: Swami Kalikananda Saraswati on Thursday said his Math will revive the Kumbh Mela in Kashmir by holding a 10-day festival in Bandipora district in July this year. We will be holding the Kumbh Mela at Shadipora (in Bandipora district) from July 15-24 this year. We expect two to three lakh devotees to take part in the event, he told mediapersons here. He said a one-day Kumbh Mela was held in Kashmir in 2016, with an estimated 35,000 [] The post Will Organise Kumbh Mela In Kashmirs Bandipora From July 15, 2026: Swami Kalikananda Saraswati appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 8:28 pm

LG Manoj Sinha Thanks Centre For 5,000 Cr Additional Assistance To J&K

JAMMU, Mar 26: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday expressed gratitude to the Central leadership for providing additional financial support to Jammu and Kashmir. In a post on X, Office of J&K LG, said that the Lieutenant Governor thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for releasing 5,000 crore as additional central assistance to the Union Territory. He stated that the financial package will help in strengthening and consolidating the fiscal position [] The post LG Manoj Sinha Thanks Centre For 5,000 Cr Additional Assistance To J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 8:24 pm

CM Omar Abdullah Thanks Centre For 5,000 Cr Additional Assistance To J&K

SRINAGAR, Mar 26: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday expressed gratitude to the Central leadership for extending additional financial support to Jammu and Kashmir. In a post on X, Office of J&K CM, said that the Chief Minister thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for providing Additional Central Assistance of 5,000 crore to the Union Territory. The Chief Minister stated that the timely assistance will boost development initiatives, fast-track infrastructure projects [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Thanks Centre For 5,000 Cr Additional Assistance To J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 7:56 pm

How Life Insurance Calculators Help Avoid Underinsurance

Choosing the right amount of coverage is one of the most important aspects of financial planning. Many individuals purchase a life insurance policy without fully assessing whether the coverage will be sufficient for their familys long-term needs. This often leads to underinsurance, where the sum assured is not enough to cover expenses, liabilities, and future [] The post How Life Insurance Calculators Help Avoid Underinsurance appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 26 Mar 2026 7:49 pm

Will Be Forced To Shut Petrol Pumps If People Dont Stop Camping Outside Them: CM Omar Abdullah

JAMMU, Mar 26: Warning people to refrain from panicking or crowding petrol pumps, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said reiterated that there is no shortage of fuel, LPG or essential commodities and said he was attending a meeting with the prime minister on the matter. My earnest request is that people stop camping outside petrol pumps. If this situation continues, I may be forced to shut all petrol pumps for the next few days until this cycle of [] The post Will Be Forced To Shut Petrol Pumps If People Dont Stop Camping Outside Them: CM Omar Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 7:39 pm

CS Reviews Implementation Of Key Reforms To Revamp Healthcare In J&K

JAMMU, Mar 26: A high-level meeting was chaired by Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo to take assessment of the steps taken by the Department of Health & Medical Education (H&ME) as part of an ongoing and sustained process to chart a comprehensive and transformative roadmap for healthcare reforms as recommended from time to time by NITI Aayog. The meeting witnessed the participation of senior officers of the Health & Medical Education Department and other key stakeholders, focusing on accelerating systemic reforms, [] The post CS Reviews Implementation Of Key Reforms To Revamp Healthcare In J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 7:34 pm

Property Of Man Involved In Anti-National Activities Attached In J&Ks Baramulla

Srinagar, Mar 26: The property of a proclaimed offender involved in anti-national activities was attached on Thursday in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir, according to police. As part of ongoing efforts against the terror ecosystem, police in the Sopore area attached an immovable property belonging to an absconding suspect linked to an Egress and Internal Movement (Control) Ordinance (EIMCO) case registered at the Panzalla police station, a police spokesman said. The EIMCO Act is used in Jammu and Kashmir [] The post Property Of Man Involved In Anti-National Activities Attached In J&Ks Baramulla appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 7:32 pm

Landslide-Hit Jammu-Srinagar NH Reopened After Brief Closure In Ramban

JAMMU, Mar 26: The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway was reopened for traffic on Thursday after being blocked for several hours due to a massive landslide in Jammu and Kashmirs Ramban district, officials said. The highway was blocked at Karol, under the jurisdiction of Chanderkote police station, after huge rocks and boulders came crashing down onto the road, they said. No untoward incidents occurred as police had stopped traffic just minutes before the landslide, preventing any casualties or damage to vehicles, according [] The post Landslide-Hit Jammu-Srinagar NH Reopened After Brief Closure In Ramban appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 7:23 pm

Div Com Reviews Preventive Measures Against Bird Hazard Around Jammu Airport

JAMMU, Mar 26: Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar chaired a meeting to review and discuss the measures taken to prevent bird hazards in the vicinity of Jammu Airport. The meeting was attended by Air Officer Commanding, JK & L, AOC Air Force Station Jammu, Director Urban Local Bodies Jammu, Deputy Commissioner Jammu, Commissioner JMC, Member Secretary, J&K Pollution Control Board, Jammu, Director Airport Jammu, SP South and other concerned officers. The meeting discussed different issues that become the cause of [] The post Div Com Reviews Preventive Measures Against Bird Hazard Around Jammu Airport appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 7:19 pm

CIK Conducts Raids Across 3 Districts In Kashmir, Busts LeTs Terror Recruitment Module

SRINAGAR, Mar 26: The counter intelligence wing of Jammu and Kashmir Police on Thursday carried out raids at multiple locations in the valley in connection with a UAPA case and cracked a transnational terror recruitment module operated by the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) outfit, officials said. The Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) conducted extensive searches across three districts of Srinagar, Ganderbal, and Shopian, leading to the busting of the module operating in coordination with handlers from across the border and in connivance [] The post CIK Conducts Raids Across 3 Districts In Kashmir, Busts LeTs Terror Recruitment Module appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 7:17 pm

No Shortage Of Fuel, Dont Fall For Rumours: CM Omar Abdullah Warns Against Panic Buying

JAMMU, Mar 26: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday urged people not to believe in rumours regarding shortage of essential commodities, asserting that there is no scarcity of petrol, diesel or LPG in Jammu and Kashmir at present. Speaking to reporters, the Chief Minister said, It is unfortunate that when the government speaks, people dont listen, but they believe rumours. We have reviewed the situation and there is no shortage of diesel, petrol or LPG cylinders. The situation remains unchanged [] The post No Shortage Of Fuel, Dont Fall For Rumours: CM Omar Abdullah Warns Against Panic Buying appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 5:37 pm

J&K State Election Commission Initiates Panchayat Electoral Roll Revision

JAMMU, Mar 26: The State Election Commission, Jammu and Kashmir, has announced the annual revision of the Panchayat Electoral Roll, with April 1, 2026, as the qualifying date. As per Sub Rule 4 of Rule 4 of the Jammu and Kashmir Panchayati Raj Rules, 1996, the electoral roll will be prepared in accordance with the provisions of the J&K Panchayati Raj Act 1989 and the procedure prescribed by the Election Authority. A communique issued from the J&K State Election Commission [] The post J&K State Election Commission Initiates Panchayat Electoral Roll Revision appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 5:28 pm

PM Modi To Interact With CMs On West Asia Conflict; Review Preparedness, Plans

NEW DELHI, Mar 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact on Friday with the chief ministers of all states, barring those which are going to polls, to review their preparedness and plans in the wake of the West Asia conflict, sources said. This is the first time that the prime minister will hold a meeting with the chief ministers on the West Asia conflict which started on February 28 with the attack by the US-Israel on Iran. The Persian nation [] The post PM Modi To Interact With CMs On West Asia Conflict; Review Preparedness, Plans appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 5:18 pm

There is no shortage of diesel, petrol, or LPG cylinders and and there should be no fear of any kind, says CM Omar Abdullah

There is no shortage of diesel, petrol, or LPG cylinders and and there should be no fear of any kind, says J&K CM Omar Abdullah. The post There is no shortage of diesel, petrol, or LPG cylinders and and there should be no fear of any kind, says CM Omar Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 5:15 pm

Trump tells Iran via social media to get serious soon on negotiations to end the war

WASHINGTON: Without offering a specific threat, US President Donald Trump on Thursday said on Truth Social that Iranian leaders should engage before it is too late, because once that happens, there is NOT TURNING BACK. The post comes a day after Trump insisted a deal is near. He said again Thursday that Iran is begging []

Kashmir Reader 26 Mar 2026 5:10 pm

Second half of JK Assemblys budget session likely to have stormy start

JAMMU: The second leg of the Jammu and Kashmir Assemblys budget session is expected to begin on a stormy note on Friday, with opposition parties gearing up to corner the government over its poll promises and the restoration of statehood. During the 18-day-long first half of the session, which began on February 2, Chief Minister []

Kashmir Reader 26 Mar 2026 5:03 pm

CIK Busts Major Cross-Border Terror Recruitment Module in Kashmir

SRINAGAR: Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) today conducted extensive searches at multiple locations across the districts of Srinagar, Ganderbal, and Shopian, leading to the busting of a significant terrorist recruitment module operating in coordination with handlers from across the Line of Control (LoC) and in connivance with a network based in Bangladesh. In a handout, the []

KashmirLife 26 Mar 2026 4:59 pm

Jammu-Srinagar highway closed after landslide in Ramban, vehicles stranded

Srinagar: The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway was closed in Ramban district on Thursday after huge rocks fell on the road, leaving hundreds of vehicles stranded on both sides, officials said. An official said that the highway remained blocked due to large boulders and a landslide between Karol Bridge and Chanderkot, halting vehicular movement. Traffic from Jammu []

Kashmir Reader 26 Mar 2026 4:55 pm

Racing Prodigy Atiqa Mir Finishes Stellar WSK Stint As Highest-Ranked Female

FRANCIACORTA (ITALY), Mar 26: Indian racing prodigy Atiqa Mir capped off a stellar stint in the WSK Super Masters with a commendable eighth place finish out of 53 drivers in the final of Round 5, ending her campaign in the premier karting series as the highest-ranked female. Making a big voluntary switch from the mini (age 8-12) to junior category (12-14) at the start of 2026, the 11-year-old demonstrated her special talent all through the five-round series. Racing in the [] The post Racing Prodigy Atiqa Mir Finishes Stellar WSK Stint As Highest-Ranked Female appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 4:55 pm

Inter-State Illegal Weapon Supply Module Busted, 2 Held With Weapons: Punjab Police

CHANDIGARH, Mar 26: The Punjab Police on Thursday claimed to have busted an inter-state illegal weapons supply module with the arrest of two persons from Uttar Pradesh. The polices counter-intelligence wing in Jalandhar recovered 10 country-made pistols and 20 magazines from them, said Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav. The accused were involved in procuring weapons and carrying out firing for extortion at a travel agents residence in Garshankar on the directions of foreign handlers, the DGP said in a [] The post Inter-State Illegal Weapon Supply Module Busted, 2 Held With Weapons: Punjab Police appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 4:50 pm

Landslide, Boulders Block Traffic Near Karol; Clearance Work Underway On Jammu-Srinagar Highway

RAMBAN, Mar 26: Traffic movement was disrupted on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway after landslides and huge boulders blocked both tubes between Karol Bridge and Chanderkote area on Thursday, officials said. An official said that debris and boulders fell on the road stretch, leading to suspension of traffic on both sides. Vehicles were halted at safe locations, while announcements were made at Jakhiani regarding the blockage and temporary stoppage of traffic. They said clearance operations have been initiated, with DBM work [] The post Landslide, Boulders Block Traffic Near Karol; Clearance Work Underway On Jammu-Srinagar Highway appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 4:43 pm

Jammu-Srinagar Highway Closed After Landslide, Vehicles Stranded

SRINAGAR: The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway was closed in Ramban district on Thursday after huge rocks fell on the road, leaving hundreds of vehicles stranded on both sides, officials said. An official said that the highway remained blocked due to large boulders and a landslide between Karol Bridge and Chanderkot, halting vehicular movement. Traffic from Jammu []

KashmirLife 26 Mar 2026 4:29 pm

Why is govt in hurry to amend womens quota law, must call all-party meeting after polls: Kharge

NEW DELHI, Mar 26: Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge wrote to Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Thursday, asking why the government was in a great hurry to amend the womens quota law. In his letter to Rijiju, Kharge also reiterated that an all-party meeting should be held on the matter after the current round of assembly elections is completed in April. Kharges letter came in response to one from the Union minister to the Congress chief seeking a meeting with [] The post Why is govt in hurry to amend womens quota law, must call all-party meeting after polls: Kharge appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 4:24 pm

LG Sinha recommends introduction of Paras bill on new divisions, districts in JK Assembly

JAMMU:Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha has recommended the introduction and consideration of a private member bill moved by PDP legislator Waheed-ur-Rehman Para, seeking a statutory framework for reorganisation of administrative divisions, districts, sub-divisions and tehsils in the Union Territory. According to an official order, issued in pursuance of sub-section (1) of Section 36 []

Kashmir Reader 26 Mar 2026 4:02 pm

LG Sinha Clears Tabling of Paras Bill on New Divisions, Districts in Assembly

SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has given his nod for the introduction of a private members bill in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly proposing a structured framework for creation of new administrative units across the Union Territory. The approval has been granted under Section 36(1) of the JK Reorganisation Act, 2019, allowing PDP legislator []

KashmirLife 26 Mar 2026 4:01 pm

Singapore: Indian-origin man charged for driving with 2 children atop car boot

SINGAPORE, Mar 26: An Indian-origin man was on Thursday charged in a Singapore court for driving a luxury sports car with his two children sitting on the car boot. Prem Anan Sugunakumar was handed one count of rash act that endangered the safety of children below the age of 14, according to a report by Channel News Asia. He is said to have driven the vehicle along an upmarket housing conclave on October 20, 2025 and allowed the children, aged [] The post Singapore: Indian-origin man charged for driving with 2 children atop car boot appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 3:58 pm

Southeast Asia revisits nuclear power plans for AI data centres as Iran war disrupts energy supplies

BANGKOK, Mar 26: Nuclear power is getting a second look in Southeast Asia as countries prepare to meet surging energy demand as they vie for artificial intelligence-focused data centres. Several Southeast Asian nations are reviving mothballed nuclear plans and setting ambitious targets and nearly half of the region could, if they pursue those goals, have nuclear energy in the 2030s. Even countries without current plans have signaled their interest. Southeast Asia has never produced a single watt of nuclear energy, [] The post Southeast Asia revisits nuclear power plans for AI data centres as Iran war disrupts energy supplies appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 3:56 pm

Stem cell therapy for autism illegal: NMC advisory

NEW DELHI, Mar 26: The National Medical Commission (NMC) has issued an advisory declaring stem cell therapy illegal for the treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder in compliance with a Supreme Court order. The move is aimed at curbing illegal practices by private clinics in metropolitan and tier-2 cities that claim to treat autism and cerebral palsy using stem cell therapy, sources said. According to the advisory issued on March 25 to all medical colleges, hospitals and registered medical practitioners, stem [] The post Stem cell therapy for autism illegal: NMC advisory appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 3:56 pm

Moscow to provide naval escort to merchant ships carrying Russian cargo

MOSCOW, Mar 26: Moscow will provide naval escort to ships carrying Russian cargo following growing cases of Western navies intercepting such vessels, the countrys maritime board said. The Maritime Board of Russia, headed by the top Kremlin aide, Nikolai Patrushev, in a meeting on Wednesday, devised a set of rules for countering detention of Russian ships on high seas and international shipping lanes, portnews.ru web portal for seafarers reported. Although these guidelines primarily cover the Azov-Black Sea basin and the [] The post Moscow to provide naval escort to merchant ships carrying Russian cargo appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 3:55 pm

Chinese envoy assures Pakistan of continued support in meeting with PM Shehbaz Sharif

ISLAMABAD, Mar 26: Chinese ambassador Jiang Zaidong met with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday and pledged his countrys continued support for trade and investment in Pakistan, a statement said. Jiang also appreciated Pakistans economic resilience in the meeting, also attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and other officials, a statement by the PM Office said. Appreciating Chinas steadfast economic support, the Prime Minister reaffirmed Pakistans commitment to advancing the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic [] The post Chinese envoy assures Pakistan of continued support in meeting with PM Shehbaz Sharif appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 3:54 pm

North Korea, Belarus leaders meet in Pyongyang, sign friendship treaty

SEOUL, Mar 26: Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un held talks in North Koreas capital on Thursday and signed a friendship and cooperation treaty. Lukashenko, who was in Pyongyang on a two-day official visit, hailed the document as fundamental, and said that relations between the two countries are entering a new stage, according to his press service. Yes, we didnt have close cooperation, largely due to our own fault. But I am sincerely pleased to [] The post North Korea, Belarus leaders meet in Pyongyang, sign friendship treaty appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 3:53 pm

How Irans top officials were taken off Israels hit list

WASHINGTON, Mar 26: Israel has removed Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf from its hit list following a request from Pakistan, Times of Israel quoted Reuters. According to a Pakistani official, Israel had the coordinates to target the two Iranian figures, but Pakistan argued that eliminating them would leave no viable diplomatic contacts, prompting the United States to ask Israel to step back. The two Iranian officials were removed from the target list for up [] The post How Irans top officials were taken off Israels hit list appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 3:51 pm

Auction house AstaGuru opens first international office

LONDON, Mar 26: Digital auction house AstaGuru on Thursday announced its official entry into the UK with a dedicated office in London, driven by a rising demand from European collectors and a growing Indian diaspora in the city. The expansion will formalise with AstaGurus first UK auction event, scheduled for May 27, featuring fine watches and high-complication timepieces from global watchmakers. The UK expansion will be followed by the launch of offices in Singapore and New York by the end [] The post Auction house AstaGuru opens first international office appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 3:50 pm

No Fuel Shortage in India, Govt Debunks Misinformation Campaign

SRINAGAR: The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has asserted that Indias supply of petrol, diesel and LPG remains fully secure, dismissing claims of any shortage and warning against misinformation triggering panic buying. In a detailed statement, the Ministry said all fuel outlets across the country are adequately stocked and operating normally, with no rationing []

KashmirLife 26 Mar 2026 3:42 pm

Driver Killed, Four Injured in Ganderbal Road Mishap

SRINAGAR: A man from Ladakh died, while four persons, including two tourists from Maharashtra, were injured in a road accident at Rail Gund in the Kangan area of central Kashmirs Ganderbal district on Thursday, officials said. The accident occurred following a collision between two cars at Rail Gund, Kangan, prompting an immediate response from police []

KashmirLife 26 Mar 2026 3:30 pm

IPO-bound Turtlemint Fintech plans to invest in tech, cloud infra to drive growth

NEW DELHI, Mar 26: Turtlemint Fintech Solutions Ltd, which is expected to launch its initial public offering (IPO) in May, plans to invest over Rs 218 crore in cloud and server-related infrastructure, as well as strengthening its technology and product development teams, as it looks to drive scalable growth. The company has earmarked Rs 193.04 crore for strengthening its technology and product development teams and Rs 25.64 crore for cloud and server infrastructure, according to updated draft documents. This is [] The post IPO-bound Turtlemint Fintech plans to invest in tech, cloud infra to drive growth appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 3:29 pm

Freight surge, LPG shortage amid West Asia crisis hit exports from east India

KOLKATA, Mar 26: The West Asia crisis has pushed freight costs for Europe-bound cargo up by 60-80 per cent, with exports falling by as much as 50 per cent for some exporters while hundreds of containers got stranded at Kolkata port, industry representatives said on Thursday. Calcutta Customs House Agents Association (CCHAA) president Mannu Choudhary told PTI that freight charges have risen by over 40 per cent due to rerouting through the African route, while war surcharges imposed by shipping [] The post Freight surge, LPG shortage amid West Asia crisis hit exports from east India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 3:26 pm

WazirX launches zero trading fee subscription model to shake up India crypto trading

NEW DELHI, Mar 26: Crypto exchange WazirX introduced a flat-fee subscription model with its platform restart, aimed at reducing trading costs for retail investors, as digital asset adoption accelerates in India. The platforms ZERO plan replaces traditional percentage-based brokerage fees with a fixed monthly charge of Rs 99, allowing users to execute unlimited trades for zero-fee across more than 300 tokens. WazirXs ZERO model represents a structural shift from transaction-based pricing to access-based pricing. By introducing a flat Rs 99 [] The post WazirX launches zero trading fee subscription model to shake up India crypto trading appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 3:25 pm

Credit flows accelerated sharply in FY26 rising 61pc to Rs 25.1tn: Report

NEW DELHI, Mar 26: Credit flows accelerated sharply in FY26, rising 61pc Year-to-Date (YTD) to Rs 25.1 tn and coming close to deposit mobilisation of Rs 26.1tn, which grew 21pc YTD, said YES Bank report released here on Thursday. The report MSME and Retail-led Credit Pull in FY26 noted that fresh deposit mobilisation has witnessed a slow place since 2024, while credit demand across sectors like retail, infrastructure, and MSME are stable. Highlighting the rationale behind slow banking sector deposit [] The post Credit flows accelerated sharply in FY26 rising 61pc to Rs 25.1tn: Report appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 3:24 pm

Six startups selected for Prosus-Accels Atoms X early-stage program

BENGALURU, Mar 26: Global technology company Prosus and venture capital firm Accel has announced the six startups selected for the inaugural Atoms X LeapTech cohort, a joint initiative supporting founders in building frontier companies from day zero. The cohort was selected from over 2,000 applications, according to a statement on Wednesday. The focus, it said, is on LeapTech innovations that combine scientific breakthroughs, market opportunities, and engineering ambition to deliver outsized impact. LeapTech requires conviction to build companies years [] The post Six startups selected for Prosus-Accels Atoms X early-stage program appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 3:23 pm

India Has 60 Days Of Fuel Stocks, Govt Says Dismissing Shortage Reports As Misinformation

NEW DELHI, Mar 26: India has about 60 days of fuel stock cover, the government said on Thursday, adding that there is no shortage of petrol, diesel, or LPG as it dismissed reports of shortages as a deliberate misinformation campaign aimed at triggering panic buying. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said all petrol pumps across the country are adequately stocked and operating normally, with no rationing of petrol or diesel. India, the worlds fourth-largest refiner and fifth-largest exporter [] The post India Has 60 Days Of Fuel Stocks, Govt Says Dismissing Shortage Reports As Misinformation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 3:20 pm

CBI Conducts Searches Against Reliance Telecom, Ex-Directors In SBI Fraud Case

NEW DELHI, Mar 26: The CBI has conducted searches at the residences of two former directors of Reliance Telecom and the company office after registering an FIR against them in connection with an alleged fraud of Rs 114.98 crore in State Bank of India, officials said on Thursday. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered a case against M/s. Reliance Telecom Ltd., Sh. Satish Seth (then Director), Sh. Gautam B Doshi (then Director), unknown public servants and unknown others [] The post CBI Conducts Searches Against Reliance Telecom, Ex-Directors In SBI Fraud Case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Mar 2026 3:15 pm

Jammu Kashmir Finance Dept Announces Strict Deadlines For Financial Year-End Payments

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Finance Department has issued revised deadlines to expedite treasury operations ahead of the financial year-end, specifically for bills under SNA SPARSH schemes. As per the new government order, Drawing and Disbursing Officers (DDOs) must submit all bills to their respective treasuries by 2:00 PM on March 31, 2026. Treasuries then []

KashmirLife 26 Mar 2026 3:00 pm