A Nation at Moral and Spiritual Crossroads- Mirwaiz calls for Awakening
Srinagar, February 21: Addressing the Faithful at Jama Masjid Srinagar After Two Fridays of House Arrest, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq said, we must ask ourselves: Where are we headed as a nation? Our morals and values are erodinglies, deceit, and selfishness have taken root. The pursuit of personal gain has blinded us, leading us away from [] The post A Nation at Moral and Spiritual Crossroads- Mirwaiz calls for Awakening appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Narco Terror Case: SC Calls Charges Serious, Junks Bail Plea Of Accused
NEW DELHI, Feb 21: The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed the bail plea of an accused in an alleged narco terrorism case, relating to the seizure of 532 kilogram of heroin and 52 kilogram of mixed narcotics worth Rs 2,700 crore at Attari. A bench comprising Justices M M Sundresh and Prashant Kumar Mishra refused to agree with the submissions of senior advocate Colin Gonsalves, appearing for one Tariq Ahmed Lone, that he should be granted bail as the [] The post Narco Terror Case: SC Calls Charges Serious, Junks Bail Plea Of Accused appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kargil, Feb 21: Tehsil Legal Services Committee, Sankoo in collaboration with Traffic Police Kargil, Assistant Regional Transport Office Kargil, and All Transport Associations Kargil organized an awareness program on Traffic Rules and Regulations at Auditorium Hall Kargil. The event was presided by Chairman, Tehsil Legal Services Committee, Sankoo/ Special Judicial Mobile Magistrate, Kargil, Deldan Angmo. [] The post Tehsil Legal Services Committee, Sankoo organizes awareness program on Traffic Rules and Regulations in Kargil appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Illicit timber recovered in Sopore, Case registered: Police
Jammu and Kashmir Police in Sopore recovered consignment of illicit timber from village Laiser Rafiabad in the jurisdiction of Police Station Dangiwacha. A Police spokesperson said that acting on specific information regarding illicit timber consignment and accordingly, a police party of Police Station Dangiwacha and Police Post Watergam alongwith officials of forest department, conducted raid []
Katra-Sanji Chhat Chopper Service Resumes For Vaishno Devi Pilgrims
JAMMU, Feb 21: The suspended chopper service from Katra to Sanjhi Chhat resumed on Friday for the pilgrims of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine nestled in Trikuta Hills in Katra town of Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir. As weather improved this morning, the chopper service to Sanji Chhat from Katra has resumed, said an official. The chopper service was suspended on Thursday due to dense fog in the Trikuta Hills due to incessant rain. The yatra is smoothly progressing [] The post Katra-Sanji Chhat Chopper Service Resumes For Vaishno Devi Pilgrims appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
EC Tashi chairs meeting on promotion of winter sports activities
Kargil, Feb 21: Executive Councilor, RDD/PR, Forest, FCS&CA, Cooperative, and ZDA, Er. Punchok Tashi today chaired a meeting at Conference Hall, LAHDC Kargil on the promotion of winter sports activities. The meeting was aimed to review and strategize the promotion of winter sports activities in the region, specifically through the Zanskar and Drass Winter Sports [] The post EC Tashi chairs meeting on promotion of winter sports activities appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Ladakh Admin Constitutes Panchayat Election Cell For Upcoming Panchayat Election In UT
Ladakh Admin Constitutes Panchayat Election Cell For Upcoming Panchayat Election In UT See Order Copy Click Here. The post Ladakh Admin Constitutes Panchayat Election Cell For Upcoming Panchayat Election In UT appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CEIBS MBA ranked #1 in Asia for ninth consecutive year
SHANGHAI, CHINA Media OutReach Newswire 21 February : In theFinancial Times 2025 global ranking of MBA programmes, CEIBS has once again been named #1 in Asia, marking nine consecutive years as the highest ranked programme in the region on the internationally authoritative list. The programme was ranked #12 globally. This accomplishment demonstrates the robustness and [] The post CEIBS MBA ranked #1 in Asia for ninth consecutive year appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Gold prices have been on a strong upward trend in 2025, with analysts predicting that the metal could touch USD 3,000 per ounce by the second quarter of the year. According to a report by Metals Focus, a metals research consultancy firm, golds rally has been fuelled by economic uncertainties, geopolitical tensions, and investor sentiment. []
Body of Missing Uri Man Found in NHPC Dam After Month-Long Search
Man who was missing since a month, his body was found on Friday from NPHPC Dam in Uri area of North Kashmirs Baramulla district. Officials said that a man namely Bali Kumar(45) son of Bal Ram Kumar Resident of Bandi Brahmna Uri, was missing from his home since 20th January 2025. In this regard family []
First Budget Cant Address All Public Issues: CM Omar Abdullah
Srinagar, Feb 21: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said that all public issues cannot be resolved in the first Budget in Jammu and Kashmir, but would be a good start to lay the foundation for the next five years. Speaking with reporters, Omar Abdullah, said that he knows people have expectations and the government will come up to those expectations. He said that the all the issues cannot be resolved in the first Budget, but it would be a [] The post First Budget Cant Address All Public Issues: CM Omar Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kulgam, Feb 21: The issue of the Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Services (JKAS) exam coinciding with the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) on February 23 has come to the governments notice and is currently under review, with possible solutions being explored, said Education Minister Sakina Masood Itoo. The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission []
NEW YORK, Feb 21:US President Donald Trump has claimed that the USD 21 million funding to India for voter turnout was a kickback scheme, as he continued to attack the previous Biden administration over the now cancelled financial aid. Trump made these remarks while speaking at the Republican Governors Association meeting in Washington DC on Thursday. USD 21 million for voter turnout in India. Why are we caring about Indias turnout? We have got enough problems. We want our [] The post A kickback scheme, says Trump as he continues to target Biden admin for USD 21 million to India for voter turnout appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye is charged with treason, which carries death penalty
KAMPALA (Uganda), Feb 21: Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye was charged with treason on Friday in an escalation of legal troubles stemming from allegations he plotted to remove the countrys long-time leader by force. Besigye, a four-time presidential candidate in the east African country, sat in a wheelchair as he faced the charges in a courtroom in the capital, Kampala. Treason carries the death penalty in Uganda. Besigye has been in custody since Nov. 16, when he went missing [] The post Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye is charged with treason, which carries death penalty appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
South Sudan closes schools after students collapse due to extreme heat
JUBA (South Sudan), Feb 21: South Sudan on Thursday announced the closure of all schools for two weeks due to an ongoing extreme heatwave that has caused some students to collapse. This is the second time the country which faces extreme effects from climate change, including flooding during the rainy season has closed schools during a heatwave in February and March. Deputy Education Minister Martin Tako Moi said an average of 12 students had been collapsing in [] The post South Sudan closes schools after students collapse due to extreme heat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Netanyahu says body Hamas released was that of a Gazan woman, not a hostage
JERUSALEM, Feb 21: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says a body that Hamas militants released during the handover of remains of Israeli hostages is that of a Gazan woman instead of that of Shiri Bibas, the mother of two young boys whose bodies were returned on Thursday. In a statement released Friday, Netanyahu criticised the handover of the wrong remains as a cruel and malicious violation of the ceasefire agreement, which has halted fighting in the Gaza Strip, and [] The post Netanyahu says body Hamas released was that of a Gazan woman, not a hostage appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
China issued disconcerting warning of live-fire exercises to planes flying above: Australia
MELBOURNE, Feb 21: Airliners were over the Tasman Sea crossing between Australia and New Zealand when the Chinese navy warned they were flying over a secret live-fire exercise, Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles said on Friday. Regulator Airservices Australia warned commercial pilots of a potential hazard in airspace between the countries as three Chinese warships conducted exercises off the Australian east coast. But Marles said Australian authorities only learned about Chinas live-firing plans in international waters midway between Australia [] The post China issued disconcerting warning of live-fire exercises to planes flying above: Australia appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC directs Yasin Malik to appear in Jammu Court via Video-Conferencing on Mar 27
New Delhi, Feb 21: The Supreme Court on Friday directed jailed JKLF chief Yasin Malik to appear in a Jammu court from Tihar Jail through video-conferencing on March 27. A bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan noted that the Jammu sessions court was well-equipped with the video-conferencing system enabling the virtual examination. [] The post SC directs Yasin Malik to appear in Jammu Court via Video-Conferencing on Mar 27 appeared first on Northlines .
Pakistan: Eight killed as minivan plunges into drainage in Punjab
ISLAMABAD, Feb 21: Eight people were killed and two others injured when a minivan plunged into an open drainage channel in Pakistans eastern Punjab province early Friday, local police said. The accident took place in the Kasur district when the minivan carrying members of a music group was returning from a wedding function and veered off the road into a nullah, the police told local media. Rescue teams and the police reached the scene and shifted the victims to a [] The post Pakistan: Eight killed as minivan plunges into drainage in Punjab appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Respect Culture, Avoid Liquor: Srinagar Traders to Tourists
SRINAGAR: Traders in Srinagars bustling city center, Lal Chowk, have appealed to visiting tourists, welcoming them while urging them to refrain from consuming liquor and drugs. The Traders Association, Central Lal Chowk, has installed signboards and billboards promoting responsible tourism and respect for local culture. The newly installed signboards read: Welcome, Dear Tourists. The Traders [] The post Respect Culture, Avoid Liquor: Srinagar Traders to Tourists appeared first on Kashmir Life .
First budget cant address all public issues: J&K CM Omar Abdullah
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said that all public issues cannot be resolved in the first Budget in Jammu and Kashmir, but would be a good start to lay the foundation for the next five years. Speaking with reporters, Omar Abdullah, said that he knows people have expectations and the government will come up []
J&K: Chopper service resumes for Vaishno Devi pilgrims
Jammu, Feb 21: The suspended chopper service from Katra to Sanjhi Chhat resumed on Friday for the pilgrims of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine nestled in Trikuta Hills in Katra town of Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir. As weather improved this morning, the chopper service to Sanji Chhat from Katra has resumed, said an [] The post J&K: Chopper service resumes for Vaishno Devi pilgrims appeared first on Northlines .
Police Recover Body of Missing Uri Resident from NHPC Dam
SRINAGAR: The body of a man who had been missing for a month was recovered from the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) Dam in Uri, Baramulla, on Friday, officials said. The deceased, identified as Bali Kumar (45), son of Bal Ram Kumar, was a resident of Bandi Brahmna, Uri. He had gone missing from his [] The post Police Recover Body of Missing Uri Resident from NHPC Dam appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Gujarat: 4 dead, over 30 injured in bus-truck collision in Kachchh
As many as four people were killed and over 30 others were injured in a collision between a truck and a bus in Gujarats Kachchh district, officials said on Friday. Superintendent of Police Bhuj Kutch (Western) Vikas Sunda informed that the four people have been declared dead while those injured have been taken to the []
SC Directs Yasin Malik To Virtually Appear In Jammu Court From Tihar On Mar 7
New Delhi, Feb 21: The Supreme Court on Friday directed jailed JKLF chief Yasin Malik to appear in a Jammu court from Tihar Jail through video-conferencing on March 27. A bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan noted that the Jammu sessions court was well-equipped with the video-conferencing system enabling the virtual examination. The CBI sought the transfer of the trials in the 1989 case of the kidnapping of Rubaiya Sayeed, daughter of former union minister Mufti Mohammed [] The post SC Directs Yasin Malik To Virtually Appear In Jammu Court From Tihar On Mar 7 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
After Missing For Month, Body Of Uri Resident Recovered From NHPC Dam
Srinagar:Man who was missing since a month, his body was found on Friday from NPHPC Dam in Uri area of North Kashmirs Baramulla district. Officials said that a man namely Bali Kumar(45) son of Bal Ram Kumar Resident of Bandi Brahmna Uri, was missing from his home since 20th January []
Not Personal Matter But One Of Country: Rahul On PM Modis Remarks To US Press
Rae Bareli (UP), Feb 21: Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday hit out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his remarks to the US press on the controversy involving Adani Group, saying it was not a personal matter but one about the country. Gandhi made the remarks while addressing youths at an event in the Lalganj area during the second day of his visit to his parliamentary constituency. He was referring to PM Modis media interaction [] The post Not Personal Matter But One Of Country: Rahul On PM Modis Remarks To US Press appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Highlighting the importance of G20 in a multipolar world, the External Affairs Minister stressed the importance of finding common ground to safeguard this institution amid rising tensions due to polarization globally. Jaishankar was speaking at the G-20 Session titled Discussion on the Global Geopolitical Situation in South Africa on Thursday. He expressed gratitude to South []
School Education Dept reprimands teaching staff deployed, attached in other Deptts
School Education Department Friday reprimanded all teaching staff deployed and attached for administrative works in different offices and departments in Kashmir region. In this regard, a latest official communiqu was issued by the Director of School Education Kashmir (DSEK). DSEK said that all the Teaching Staff deployed or attached for administrative works in different offices []
PM Modi to release Rs 22,000 Cr under PM-KISAN Scheme on Feb 24
New Delhi, Feb 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release the 19th instalment of the PM-KISAN scheme on February 24, transferring around Rs 22,000 crore directly into the bank accounts of 9.8 crore farmers. The initiative is part of the governments ongoing efforts to enhance farmers income. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced the [] The post PM Modi to release Rs 22,000 Cr under PM-KISAN Scheme on Feb 24 appeared first on Northlines .
Anvil makes partnership with Wirepas
MUMBAI, Feb 21: Anvil Cables Private Limited (Anvil) has made a partnership with Wirepas, a global leader in IoT connectivity to implement a cloud-based electricity prepayment solution for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI). We are known for our high-quality products and long-term partnerships. Our electricity distribution utility customers in East and North India trust us to deliver reliable products and services. For wireless AMI technology, we rely on Wirepas, proven to be the industrys best RF mesh technology. This cooperation has [] The post Anvil makes partnership with Wirepas appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
RBI DG asks entities to guard against reckless financialisation
MUMBAI, Feb 21: Amid concerns emanating from spurt in unsecured lending and an euphoria in derivatives, Reserve Bank Deputy Governor M Rajeshwar Rao on Friday asked financial sector entities to guard against reckless financialisation. Speaking at an event in stock exchange NSE here, Rao said the temptation of short-term gains can easily overshadow the long-term financial security for individuals. We must be aware of the risk of reckless financialisation, he said. Rao pointed out that there have been concerns [] The post RBI DG asks entities to guard against reckless financialisation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K: High Court orders transfers of CAOs
JAMMU, Feb 21: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has ordered the transfer and posting of several Chief Administrative Officers across various district courts in Jammu and Kashmir. Check order copy here: Order copy The post J&K: High Court orders transfers of CAOs appeared first on Northlines .
J&K Govt Designates SNA For PM e-Bus Sewa Scheme
JAMMU, Feb 21: The Jammu and Kashmir Housing and Urban Development Department has designated Pran Singh, Special Secretary to the Government, as the State Nodal Agency (SNA) for key components of the PM e-Bus Sewa Scheme. See Order Copy Click Here. The post J&K Govt Designates SNA For PM e-Bus Sewa Scheme appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K High Court Orders Transfers Of CAOs
JAMMU, Feb 21: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has ordered the transfer and posting of multiple Chief Administrative Officers across various district courts in Jammu and Kashmir. See Order Copy Click Here. The post J&K High Court Orders Transfers Of CAOs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K: SED reprimands teaching staff deployed, attached in other Deptts
Non-teaching staff working outside parent department shall report to substantive place of posting Srinagar, Feb 2:School Education Department Friday reprimanded all teaching staff deployed and attached for administrative works in different offices and departments in Kashmir region. In this regard, a latest official communiqu was issued by the Director of School Education Kashmir (DSEK). [] The post J&K: SED reprimands teaching staff deployed, attached in other Deptts appeared first on Northlines .
SED Reprimands Teaching Staff Deployed, Attached In Other Deptts
Non-teaching staff working outside parent department shall report to substantive place of posting SRINAGAR, Feb 21: School Education Department Friday reprimanded all teaching staff deployed and attached for administrative works in different offices and departments in Kashmir region. In this regard, a latest official communiqu was issued by the Director of School Education Kashmir (DSEK). DSEK said that all the Teaching Staff deployed or attached for administrative works in different offices and departments was recalled with the directions to report [] The post SED Reprimands Teaching Staff Deployed, Attached In Other Deptts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
JK PDP to Launch Signature Campaign for Alcohol Ban in Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced a signature campaign advocating for a ban on alcohol in Jammu and Kashmir. The campaign is set to be launched on Saturday at the PDP office in Srinagar between 11 AM and 2 PM, aiming to mobilise public support for the proposed legislation. Taking to social media, Iltija [] The post JK PDP to Launch Signature Campaign for Alcohol Ban in Jammu Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Next Round Of Talks Between Protesting Farmers, Centre On February 22
Chandigarh, Feb 21: A fresh round of talks between protesting farmers and the Centre will be held here on Saturday evening to discuss their various demands, including a legal guarantee for MSP on crops. Farmers had earlier sought that the next meeting be held in Delhi. However, the Centre has scheduled it in Chandigarh. Joint Secretary, Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Purna Chandra Kishan, has sent a letter addressed to farmer leaders Jagjit Singh Dallewal and Sarwan Singh [] The post Next Round Of Talks Between Protesting Farmers, Centre On February 22 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM To Release 19th Instalment Of PM-KISAN On Monday, 9.8 Cr Farmers To Get Rs 22,000 Cr
New Delhi, Feb 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Monday release the 19th instalment of PM-KISAN scheme, transferring around Rs 22,000 crore directly to bank accounts of 9.8 crore farmers, as part of the governments effort to enhance income of the farming community. Under this scheme, each beneficiary gets an annual benefit of Rs 6,000, in three equal installments of Rs 2,000 every four months. Addressing a press conference here, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday said, [] The post PM To Release 19th Instalment Of PM-KISAN On Monday, 9.8 Cr Farmers To Get Rs 22,000 Cr appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Team with better balance will have edge: Inzamam ahead of India, Pakistan clash in Champions Trophy
Former captain Inzamam-ul-Haq weighed in on the factors that could influence the outcome of the blockbuster Champions Trophy clash between India and Pakistan. A new chapter of the fierce rivalry between India and Pakistan will unfold in Dubai on Sunday. The pressure will be high, especially after the defending champions, Pakistan, faced a 60-run defeat []
J&K: PDP to launch signature campaign for alcohol ban
Srinagar, Feb 21: The Peoples Democratic Party on Friday said that it will launch a signature campaign to demand an alcohol ban. The signature campaign will be launched by party leader and daughter of Mehbooba Mufti, Iltija Mufti on Saturday in Srinagar. Alcohol & drugs are wrecking lives & families in Jammu and Kashmir. We [] The post J&K: PDP to launch signature campaign for alcohol ban appeared first on Northlines .
Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonamarg Receive Fresh Snowfall
SRINAGAR: Several places in Kashmir received fresh snowfall on Friday while the plains received intermittent rains, officials said here. The famous tourist resorts of Gulmarg, Sonamarg, and Pahalgam received fresh overnight snowfall, the officials said. They said snowfall was also recorded in Anantnag, Zojila Pass, Banihal, Sadhna Pass, and Machil in Kupwara, and Razdan Pass [] The post Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonamarg Receive Fresh Snowfall appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Kapil Mishra: From bitter critic of PM Modi, BJP, RSS to Hindutva posterboy
NEW DELHI: Activist and now a Delhi minister, Kapil Mishra has undergone a complete transition from being an avowed AAP member and a bitter critic of the BJP, RSS and Prime Minister Narendra Modi to a controversial politician often regarded as the posterboy of Hindutva. On Thursday, Mishra took oath as a minister in []
Traffic restored on Jammu-Srinagar National Highway
Banihal/Jammu, Feb 21: Traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar national highway resumed on Friday morning after being suspended overnight due to snowfall in the Banihal sector. The suspension, which began around 7 pm on Thursday, was caused by slippery road conditions between Ramsoo and Banihal in Ramban district, leaving over 300 vehicles stranded. According to S.P. Singh, [] The post Traffic restored on Jammu-Srinagar National Highway appeared first on Northlines .
USAID Controversary: VP Dhankhar urges exposure of those behind attack on democracy
New Delhi, Feb 21: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Friday voiced concern over the alleged USAID funding for raising voter turnout in India, saying people who allowed such an attack on the countrys democratic values should be exposed. He also said that it was the national duty of people to strike at such forces. Addressing [] The post USAID Controversary: VP Dhankhar urges exposure of those behind attack on democracy appeared first on Northlines .
Land-for-jobs case against Lalu: Delhi court may take chargesheet cognisance on Feb 25
New Delhi, Feb 21: A Delhi court would on February 25 decide whether or not to take cognisance of a chargesheet filed in the land-for-jobs case involving former railway minister Lalu Prasad and others. Special judge Vishal Gogne, who was scheduled to decide the matter on Friday, adjourned the matter on February 25 after hearing CBIs clarifications on certain points. The judge on January 30 raised certain queries to the CBI with respect to elements of commonality and distinctiveness [] The post Land-for-jobs case against Lalu: Delhi court may take chargesheet cognisance on Feb 25 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Needed leaders in every field who understand intl mindset with Indian mind: PM Modi
New Delhi, Feb 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that the country needs leaders in different fields whose approach is global but mindset is Indian. We need people who move forward understanding international mindset with an Indian mind, he said at the School of Ultimate Leadership conclave here. Pitching for leaders in different [] The post Needed leaders in every field who understand intl mindset with Indian mind: PM Modi appeared first on Northlines .
Traffic Resumes On Jammu-Srinagar Highway After Night-Long Suspension
BANIHAL/JAMMU, Feb 21: The traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar national highway resumed Friday morning after remaining suspended overnight following snowfall in Banihal sector, officials said. Traffic on the highway was suspended around 7 pm on Thursday due to slippery condition of the road at several places between Ramsoo and Banihal in Ramban district, leaving over 300 vehicles stranded. The traffic on the highway resumed around 7 am Friday and was plying smoothly from both sides, Deputy Superintendent of Police Traffic, national [] The post Traffic Resumes On Jammu-Srinagar Highway After Night-Long Suspension appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indian student wins Memory League World Championship 2025
New York, Feb 21: Vishvaa Rajakumar, a 20-year-old Indian student, has won the Memory League World Championship 2025 by memorising the order of 80 random numbers in 13.50 seconds and 30 images in 8.40 seconds. Memory League World Championship is an intense online competition. According to the Memory League website, Rajakumar is ranked No 1 with a score of 5,000. Rajakumar memorised 80 numbers in 13.50 seconds and 30 images in 8.40 seconds during the championship held recently. According to [] The post Indian student wins Memory League World Championship 2025 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
I Like You to an Unknown Woman at Midnight? Court Rules It Obscene
MUMBAI: A sessions court here has ruled that sending messages like you are slim, look very smart and fair, I like you to an unknown woman at night amounts to obscenity. The Additional Sessions Judge (Dindoshi) D G Dhoble made these observations while upholding the conviction of a man booked for sending obscene messages on [] The post I Like You to an Unknown Woman at Midnight? Court Rules It Obscene appeared first on Kashmir Life .
1984 Sikhs massacre: Court reserves order on quantum of sentence against Sajjan Kumar
New Delhi, Feb 21: A court here on Friday reserved for February 25 the order on the quantum of sentence against Congress leader Sajjan Kumar in a 1984 Sikhs massacre. During the hearing, a complainant, whose husband and son were killed by a mob instigated by Kumar, urged the Delhi court to award death penalty [] The post 1984 Sikhs massacre: Court reserves order on quantum of sentence against Sajjan Kumar appeared first on Northlines .
India should propose zero for zero strategy to US to address reciprocal tariffs threat: GTRI
NEW DELHI, Feb 21:India should propose a zero-for-zero tariff strategy to the US for addressing Americas proposed reciprocal tariff hikes, as it would be less harmful than negotiating a full bilateral trade agreement, economic think tank GTRI said in its report on Friday. Under this strategy, the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) suggested the government identify tariff lines (or product categories) where India can eliminate import duties for American imports without harming domestic industries and agriculture. In lieu of [] The post India should propose zero for zero strategy to US to address reciprocal tariffs threat: GTRI appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
GMR expects 50 mn passengers at Hyderabad airport by FY31, to invest Rs 370 cr on cargo expansion
HYDERABAD, Feb 21: The GMR Group, which operates the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport here, is expecting a rise in passenger traffic to 50 million annually by FY 31, up from the current 29 million in FY 25. Pradeep Panicker, Chief Executive Officer of GHIAL said the firm is in the process of investing Rs 370 crore for the expansion of existing cargo terminal, besides setting up a new one to take the capacity close to 4.0 lakh tons annually. We [] The post GMR expects 50 mn passengers at Hyderabad airport by FY31, to invest Rs 370 cr on cargo expansion appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
People behind attack on Indian democratic values should be exposed: Dhankhar on USAID controversy
New Delhi, Feb 21: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Friday voiced concern over the alleged USAID funding for raising voter turnout in India, saying people who allowed such an attack on the countrys democratic values should be exposed. He also said that it was the national duty of people to strike at such forces. Addressing an event in Miami on Thursday, US President Donald Trump once again questioned the USAID funding of USD 21 million for voter turnout in India, [] The post People behind attack on Indian democratic values should be exposed: Dhankhar on USAID controversy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Self proclaimed Imam convicted for 30 years for abusing, raping minors in Kashmir
In a landmark judicial ruling, thousands of children in Jammu and Kashmirs northern district Sopore finally received justice after enduring three decades of physical abuse and sexual harassment by a 70-year-old self-proclaimed imam. On the chief judicial magistrate court (CJM) Sopore on February 17 court convicted the self proclaimed imam identified as Ajaz Sheikh, known 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 .
Needed Leaders In Every Field Who Understand International Mindset With Indian Mind: PM Modi
New Delhi, Feb 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that the country needs leaders in different fields whose approach is global but mindset is Indian. We need people who move forward understanding international mindset with an Indian mind, he said at the School of Ultimate Leadership conclave here. Pitching for leaders in different fields who have global thinking and local upbringing, he said what is needed is a leadership which reflects Indias national vision in every field, be [] The post Needed Leaders In Every Field Who Understand International Mindset With Indian Mind: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ED searches Mohali premises of suspected accused in Canadas Gold Heist
Chandigarh, Feb 21: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted a search at the Mohali residence of Simran Preet Panesar, a suspect in Canadas gold heist, valued at over USD 20 million. Official sources confirmed that Panesar, in his thirties, is under investigation in connection with the robbery, which took place at Torontos Pearson International Airport in [] The post ED searches Mohali premises of suspected accused in Canadas Gold Heist appeared first on Northlines .
Tips for Sending Appointment Reminders to Patients
Effective communication is paramount for maintaining professional relationships. One critical aspect of this communication is sending appointment reminders. These reminders not only help ensure that appointments are kept, but they also demonstrate professionalism, courtesy, and respect for the other persons time. Whether you are a healthcare provider, a business professional, or a service-oriented enterprise, implementing best practices in appointment reminders can significantly enhance overall communication and client satisfaction. Choosing the Right Medium When it comes to sending appointment reminders, the [] The post Tips for Sending Appointment Reminders to Patients appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Achabal Spring Flows Again After Dry Spell
SRINAGAR: The historic Achabal Garden spring, which had dried up for the first time in history, has rejuvenated and returned to its original state. Eyewitnesses saidthat the water flow has been fully restored. It is heartening to see the spring replenished. I believe it is due to prayers. Even though temperatures were high and no [] The post Achabal Spring Flows Again After Dry Spell appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Kangana Ranaut says Emergency will stream on Netflix from March 17
New Delhi, Feb 21: Actor-politician Kangana Ranaut on Friday announced that her film Emergency will be available for streaming on Netflix from March 17. The film, which courted controversy over its censor certificate and allegations that it misrepresents the Sikh community, released in theatres on January 17 after several delays. Also directed and produced by Ranaut, the film portrays the Emergency months and features the actor in the role of former prime minister Indira Gandhi. Ranaut shared a still from [] The post Kangana Ranaut says Emergency will stream on Netflix from March 17 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
1984 Anti-Sikh Riots: Court Reserves Order On Quantum Of Sentence Against Sajjan Kumar
New Delhi, Feb 21: A court here on Friday reserved for February 25 the order on the quantum of sentence against Congress leader Sajjan Kumar in a 1984 anti-Sikh riots case. During the hearing, a complainant, whose husband and son were killed by a mob instigated by Kumar, urged the Delhi court to award death penalty to the former Congress MP. The complaint made the submission through her lawyer before Special judge Kaveri Baweja, who reserved for February 25 the [] The post 1984 Anti-Sikh Riots: Court Reserves Order On Quantum Of Sentence Against Sajjan Kumar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Lawyers to deliver closing arguments in trial of man charged with stabbing Salman Rushdie
MAYVILLE (US), Feb 21: Lawyers are set to deliver their closing arguments Friday in the trial of a New Jersey man charged with trying to kill Salman Rushdie on a New York lecture stage in a knife attack that left the author blind in one eye and with other serious injuries. Hadi Matar, 27, is charged with attempted murder and assault in the August 2022 attack at the Chautauqua Institution in western New York. He faces up to 25 [] The post Lawyers to deliver closing arguments in trial of man charged with stabbing Salman Rushdie appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Israels UN ambassador accuses Hamas of returning unidentified body as if it were worthless shipment
UNITED NATIONS, Feb 21: Israels UN Ambassador Danny Danon accused Hamas of returning an unidentified body instead of the mother of two murdered boys, as if it were a worthless shipment. This is a new low, an evil and cruelty with no parallel, he said in a statement. There are no words that can describe such an atrocity, Danon said. Hamas not only murdered Ariel and Kfir Bibas in cold blood a 4-year-old boy and a 10-month-old baby [] The post Israels UN ambassador accuses Hamas of returning unidentified body as if it were worthless shipment appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jammu Kashmir High Court Dismisses Mian Qayooms Plea Challenging Arrest in Babar Qadri Murder Case
SRINAGAR: The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has dismissed a petition challenging the arrest of former Bar Association President, Advocate Mian Abdul Qayoom, in connection with the murder of Advocate Babar Qadri. The ruling, issued by Justice Vinod Chatterji Koul on February 19, found no violation of constitutional or procedural safeguards in [] The post Jammu Kashmir High Court Dismisses Mian Qayooms Plea Challenging Arrest in Babar Qadri Murder Case appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Shamis love affair with ICC events: Its all about loyalty, attention to detail
DUBAI, Feb 21: A difficult and painful injury layoff firmly behind him, seasoned India pacer Mohammed Shami says attention to detail and loyalty towards his craft make him lethal in ICC events where he only cares about breakthroughs and not his economy rate. Shami grabbed an brilliant five-wicket haul in Indias Champions Trophy opener against Bangladesh to play a pivotal role in the teams six-wicket triumph. In the process, he also became the fastest Indian and the second quickest overall [] The post Shamis love affair with ICC events: Its all about loyalty, attention to detail appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
J&K: IGP Birdi chairs high-level security review meeting
Srinagar, Feb 21: Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kashmir V K Birdi, chaired a high-level joint security review meeting in Baramulla, focusing on strengthening coordination and operational efficiency between security forces. Birdi visited Baramulla on Thursday to assess the joint security preparedness and operational capabilities of the Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Central Reserve [] The post J&K: IGP Birdi chairs high-level security review meeting appeared first on Northlines .
Specially-abled person charred to death in J&Ks Baramulla
Srinagar, Feb 21: A 24-year-old specially-abled man was charred to death in a fire incident that broke out overnight in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Friday. They said the blaze erupted around 4 am in a single-story house in Binner Batpora, trapping the victim, identified as Zubair Ahmad. The flames spread [] The post Specially-abled person charred to death in J&Ks Baramulla appeared first on Northlines .
India, Pak to hold flag meeting today: Sources
New Delhi, Feb 21: Amid several incidents of cross-border firing and an IED attack along the Line of Control (LoC) recently, India and Pakistan will hold a flag meeting on Friday, sources said. Further details about the meeting are awaited. The sources said the flag meeting will take place on Friday near the LoC. It [] The post India, Pak to hold flag meeting today: Sources appeared first on Northlines .
Historic Achabal spring rejuvenates, returns to its original state
Achabal: The historic Achabal garden spring, which had dried up for the first time in history, has rejuvenated as it has returned to its original state again. Eyewitnesses said that the water flow has been restored to its former state. It is heartening to see the spring replenished. I []
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Former India captain Sourav Gangulys convoy meets with accident, none injured
Kolkata, Feb 21: Former Team India captain Sourav Gangulys convoy met with an accident in West Bengals Purba Bardhaman district but none were injured in the incident, police said on Friday. The accident took place on Thursday near Dantanpur on Durgapur Expressway when Ganguly was travelling in a car and a speeding lorry overtook it, they said. In the sudden movement of the lorry, the driver of Gangulys car had to apply a sudden brake which led to a collision [] The post Former India captain Sourav Gangulys convoy meets with accident, none injured appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cong fought Delhi polls as BJPs B team: Mayawati hits back at Rahul Gandhi
Lucknow, Feb 21: Hitting back at Rahul Gandhi for questioning her partys present political approach, BSP president Mayawati on Friday accused the Congress of fighting the Delhi assembly polls as BJPs B team. Her remarks came a day after the former Congress president said he was disappointed that the Mayawati-led Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) did not join the opposition Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) in the Lok Sabha elections. In a post on X, Mayawati said, It is a [] The post Cong fought Delhi polls as BJPs B team: Mayawati hits back at Rahul Gandhi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India, Pakistan To Hold Flag Meeting Today: Sources
New Delhi, Feb 21: Amid several incidents of cross-border firing and an IED attack along the Line of Control (LoC) recently, India and Pakistan will hold a flag meeting on Friday, sources said. Further details about the meeting are awaited. The sources said the flag meeting will take place on Friday near the LoC. It is being held in the backdrop of a surge in activities along the borders, they said. Two army personnel, including a captain, were killed in [] The post India, Pakistan To Hold Flag Meeting Today: Sources appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kash Patel Confirmed By US Senate As Trumps FBI Director
New York, Feb 21: New FBI director Kash Patel has vowed to rebuild trust in the bureau as he becomes the first Indian-American to lead the countrys premier law enforcement agency after being confirmed by the US Senate. The Republican-led Senate narrowly voted to confirm 44-year-old Patel on Thursday. The Senate voted 51 to 49 to confirm Patel. Two Republicans, Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski, voted against his confirmation. The nomination faced intense scrutiny from Democrats on Capitol Hill who [] The post Kash Patel Confirmed By US Senate As Trumps FBI Director appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
TruckGuru Expands Services to Key Ports & Industrial Hubs in South India
India, Feb. 21 TruckGuru, the best transporter has expanded its transport services to serve key ports and industrial locations in South India. This expansion is helping to make transport faster, more reliable, and affordable for businesses and industries in this region. Quick and Safe Transport in South India South India is playing an important [] The post TruckGuru Expands Services to Key Ports & Industrial Hubs in South India appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Shubman Gill Becomes Worlds Top-Ranked ODI Batter, Replacing Babar Azam
DUBAI: India vice-captain Shubman Gill on Wednesday dethroned Babar Azam of Pakistan from the No. 1 spot in the ICC ODI Rankings for batters on the back of his strong show against England in the recent home series. The ICC issued the latest rankings just ahead of the start of the eight-team Champions Trophy in [] The post Shubman Gill Becomes Worlds Top-Ranked ODI Batter, Replacing Babar Azam appeared first on Kashmir Life .
G20s ability to harmonise viewpoints key to advancing global agenda: EAM Jaishankar
JOHANNESBURG: Highlighting the complexities of the current geopolitical landscape, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said the G20s ability to harmonise viewpoints is key to advancing the global agenda. Jaishankar is in Johannesburg on a two-day visit to South Africa to participate in the G20 Foreign Ministers Meeting, Addressing the G20 session titled Discussion on []
Man dies of suffocation after fire engulfs house in North Kashmir
Baramulla, Feb 21 : A disabled man died due to suffocation after fire engulfed his house here in North Kashmir on Friday. Officials said that the fire gutted double storied house, which claimed the life of a 31-year old Zubair Siraj, son of Mohammed Siraj, having disability. He was trapped in the attic portion of []
Man dies of suffocation after fire engulfs house
Baramulla: A disabled man died due to suffocation after fire engulfed his house here in North Kashmir on Friday. Officials said that the fire gutted double storied house, which claimed the life of a 31-year old Zubair Siraj, son of Mohammed Siraj, having disability. He was trapped in the attic portion of the []
Fire Breaks out in Srinagars Bohri Kadal, Destroys 4 houses
Srinagar, Feb 21 : At least four houses were damaged in a pre-dawn fire incident that broke out in the Bohrikadal area in the old city on Friday. An official said that about four residential houses were damaged after a fire broke out. He said the fire call was received at 4:18 AM, and when []
Pre-dawn blaze guts 4 houses in Bohri Kadal
Srinagar: At least four houses were damaged in a pre-dawn fire incident that broke out in the Bohrikadal area in the old city on Friday. An official said that about four residential houses were damaged after a fire broke out. He said the fire call was received at 4:18 []
Man Suffocates to Death After Fire Engulfs Home in North Kashmir
SRINAGAR: A disabled man died of suffocation after a fire engulfed his house in North Kashmir on Friday. Officials saidthat the fire gutted a double-storey house, claiming the life of 31-year-old Zubair Siraj, son of Mohammed Siraj. He had a disability and was trapped in the attic. Locals, along with fire and emergency personnel, worked [] The post Man Suffocates to Death After Fire Engulfs Home in North Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Early Morning Fire Damages Four Houses in Srinagar
SRINAGAR: At least four houses were damaged in a pre-dawn fire that broke out in the Bohri Kadal area of the old city on Friday. An official saidthat the fire damaged four residential houses. He said the fire call was received at 4:18 AM, and when the Fire and Emergency Department arrived at the scene, [] The post Early Morning Fire Damages Four Houses in Srinagar appeared first on Kashmir Life .
First Budget Session Since 2018: JK Govt Sets Rules for Departments
SRINAGAR: In preparation for the upcoming budget session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, scheduled for March 3, 2025, the administration has directed all departments to appoint nodal officers and establish Question Cells at the departmental level. According to an official order, heads of departments have been instructed to nominate nodal officers and set [] The post First Budget Session Since 2018: JK Govt Sets Rules for Departments appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Absconding Terrorist Apprehended After 18 Years On The Run In Reasi: Police
Jammu: Police apprehended a terrorist, who was on the run since last eighteen years in Reasi district. In a handout, the police said that one absconder namely Anwar Ali Chouhan(40), S/O Haji Nizam Din Chouhan alias Jamsheer, R/O Gujjar Kothian, Talwara, Reasi, who had joined militancy in the year 2001 (HM) and []
No injuries from Israeli bus explosions in suspected militant attack, police say
The city`s mayor, Tzvika Brot, said it was a miracle no one was hurt. The buses had been parked after finishing their routes, he said.
Pak has lost credibility as it struggles to achieve economic stability: Finance Minister Aurangzeb
ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said on Thursday that Pakistan had lost its credibility as the country struggled to achieve economic stability. He was speaking at a Senate climate change committee meeting, where he discussed the countrys climate financing challenges and its negotiations with international lenders, The Express Tribune newspaper reported. We have lost our []
US official says Trumps frustration with Zelenskyy is multifold and blasts insults from Ukraine
WASHINGTON: A top White House official has said that President Donald Trumps increasingly tough criticism of Volodymyr Zelenskyy reflects the administrations growing frustration with what they see as the Ukrainian leader creating roadblocks to finding an endgame to Russias invasion of Ukraine. The comments from White House national security adviser Mike Waltz on Thursday came []
Child hostages identified but body Hamas released was not of their mother, Israel says
The Israeli military identified the remains of two child hostages, Ariel and Kfir Bibas, but the body handed over by Hamas was not their mother. The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, started on January 19, remains tenuous amid security operations and recent bus explosions in central Israel.
