SHIMLA/DHARAMSHALA, June 26: With the recovery of two more bodies from a hydro project site in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district that was hit by flash floods on Wednesday, the death toll has risen to four, officials said on Thursday. Two bodies were recovered on Wednesday, while two more bodies were traced on Thursday, Additional Deputy Magistrate Kangra Shilpa Bekta said. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The deceased have been identified as Chain Singh, a resident of Jammu and...Read More
NEW DELHI, June 26: The Government on Thursday said data is being extracted from black boxes, and analysis of cockpit voice recorder and flight data recorder is underway to reconstruct the sequence of events that led to the fatal crash of the Air India plane in Ahmedabad on June 12. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Providing a detailed update a fortnight after the fatal accident that killed 270 people, the Civil Aviation Ministry said the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (A...Read More
NEW DELHI, Jun 26 : In a proud and historic moment for the nation, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, today lauded the successful docking of the Dragon spacecraft with the International Space Station (ISS), carrying aboard Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla along with three other crew members. Living up to the spirit of "Atmanirbhar Bharat" and "Vishwabandhu Bharat" envisaged by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Dr Jitendra Singh...Read More
NEW DELHI, June 8: A day before his Government marks its first anniversary in third term, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday that the ruling BJP-led National Democratic Alliance has redefined women-led development in its 11 years in power. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp In all sectors, including science, education, sports, start ups and the armed forces, women are excelling and inspiring several people, Modi said on X. He cited a number of welfare programmes which, he...Read More
JAMMU, June 8: Severe heat wave continues to grip many parts of Jammu region for the past few days while Samba recorded the highest temperature of 44 degrees Celsius in the region. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The weatherman has predicted severe heat wave conditions in Jammu region during next five days, with slight disturbance in the weather on Monday evening. Windstorm in some parts of Jammu region followed by thundershowers on the evening of June 9 has been predicted. Chi...Read More
New Delhi: Chief minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday said authorities cannot go against demolition orders issued by courts and stressed that displaced residents have been provided accommodation.Her words came in the wake of the recent Madrasi Camp demolition for which the opposition Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has criticised her. AAP has targeted Gupta, and alleged that the displaced Madrasi Camp residents were provided homes in faraway Narela, and those lack basic amenities.Attending an event to mark the ...Read More
NEW DELHI, Jun 8: The Indian Premier League needs a 12-16 week operating window to match the brand value of top sporting leagues in the world including the NFL, NBA and Premier League, reckons Punjab Kings co-owner Mohit Burman. At USD 16.8 million, the IPL is only behind NFL (USD 36.8 million) in terms of per-match value but needs to catch up with its global rivals like NFL and leading European football leagues when it comes to the overall brand value pecking order. According to leading inves...Read More
Lucknow, Jun 8: Indian cricketer Rinku Singh and Samajwadi Party MP Priya Saroj got engaged on Sunday in a grand ceremony graced by a host of prominent political figures. The engagement, held at a hotel in the capital city, was attended by top SP leaders, including party president and former chief minister Akhilesh Yadav and his wife, MP Dimple Yadav. Other notable attendees included senior politicians Rajeev Shukla, Jaya Bachchan, Shivpal Yadav, Rajgopal Yadav, and cricketer Bhuvnesh Kumar. ...Read More
Mumbai, Jun 8 (PTI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday said Congress MP Rahul Gandhi, instead of introspecting on the defeat in the 2024 state assembly polls, has been repudiating the mandate given by the people because they rejected him. The leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha is preparing his excuses for future defeats in the upcoming assembly elections, including Bihar, Fadnavis said in his articles published in the Indian Express and Marathi daily Loksatta. On Saturda...Read More
Ranchi, May 8: The southwest monsoon is likely to arrive in Jharkhand around mid-June, a weather official said on Sunday. The progress of the monsoon is likely to get momentum after June 10, he said. The monsoon hit Kerala on May 24 this year, a week ahead of schedule. Normally, the southwest monsoon makes its onset over Kerala by June 1 and covers the entire country by July 8. The normal date for the onset of monsoon in Jharkhand is June 10. However, it has been reaching Jharkhand between Ju...Read More
MANDYA: Tension gripped Elechakanahalli village in Mandya taluk after Dalits were allegedly denied entry into Maramma temple by upper caste people. As the situation escalated, heavy police deployment was made to prevent any untoward incidents. The controversy began when upper caste villagers reportedly blocked Dalits from entering Maramma temple, leading to clashes between the two communities. Taluk authorities temporarily sealed the temple and enforced tight security in the area. Later, leader...Read More
JAMMU, June 7: Vehicle retail sales in Jammu and Kashmir witnessed a significant drop in May 2025, mainly due to ongoing geopolitical tensions in sensitive border areas. As per data shared by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), most vehicle categories showed a decline. The data claimed the sales of commercial vehicles were hit the hardest, falling by 30.09% to 711 units, down from 1,017 units in May 2024. "Construction equipment (CE) sales dropped by 48.33%, while passen...Read More
JAMMU, June 7: Along with other parts of the country, hundreds of muslims offered prayers across the Jammu region as they celebrated Eid-ul-Adha, here today with deep religious devotion and a joyful spirit. Click here to watch video Large crowds gathered at mosques and Eidgahs to offer special prayers across the ten districts of the region, with the largest congregation offering namaz at the Eidgah, near Residency Road in Jammu city. Other smaller congregations were held at various mosques th...Read More
Pune: Hospitals in Pune have started reporting an increase in dengue cases among children following recent heavy rainfall and intermittent showers. Conditions are now ripe for mosquito breeding, experts said, as they warned citizens to ensure there's no waterlogging or stagnant pools near homes and offices. "Dengue is typically seen first in children as they often play outside," said Dr Sagar Lad, a senior neonatologist and pediatric intensivist at Jehangir Hospital and Sahyadri Hospital, Shastr...Read More
Fayaz Bukhari Srinagar, June 7: With thousands participating in congregational prayers at Eidgahs, mosques and shrines, Eid-ul-Azha was celebrated with religious fervour across Kashmir today. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The largest gathering took place in the lawns of Dargah Hazratbal along the banks of Dal Lake, where men, women and children from various parts of the Valley congregated, creating a spiritual ambiance blended with festive spirit. Click here to watch video ...Read More
UDHAMPUR, June 7: Two notorious drug peddlers were arrested with heroin by Police in Rehambal area of Udhampur, here today. While performing routine vehicle checking duty at Phalata Naka point, a Police team from Police Station Rehambal, led by SHO Sohan Singh, apprehended two persons who were trying to hide from the police team thus arousing suspicion. Upon conducting a thorough frisking of both the persons, police team recovered 5.1 grams of heroin like contraband substance from their posses...Read More
Bhubaneswar: Revenue minister Suresh Pujari on Saturday said Odisha would not be allowed to follow the lawless path in sand operations like it is in Bihar and West Bengal, while responding to the recent assault of an additional tehsildar in Kaptipada block, Mayurbhanj district, by the sand mafia. He promised stringent action against the sand mafia regardless of their connections, while speaking to mediapersons here on Saturday."The Kaptipada incident represents a serious escalation in conflict b...Read More
JAMMU, June 7: Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India today disbursed margin money subsidy of Rs 300 crore to 8794 beneficiaries across the country. The subsidy was disbursed through virtual mode program under the Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP). The event was held at KVIC Central Office, Irla Road, Vile Parle (West), Mumbai, wherein KVIC Chairman Manoj Kumar released the subsidy to the benef...Read More
NEW DELHI, Jun 7: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday stressed the need for decisive international action against terrorism and those supporting it in a meeting with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy, who expressed support for India's fight against cross-border terrorism. The Prime Minister's Office said Lammy strongly condemned the Pahalgam terror attack. Modi expressed satisfaction at the successful conclusion of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement and Double Contribution Convention and ap...Read More
NEW DELHI, June 7 : Union Minister of Earth Sciences (Independent Charge) Dr Jitendra Singh today left for France to lead a high-level official Indian delegation. Scheduled to be held at the French picturesque coastal city of Nice, the Minister will represent India at the "United Nations Ocean Conference" (UNOC3) taking place from June 8 to 13. The high-level international gathering will bring together leaders, scientists, policymakers, and civil society actors from across the globe to discuss...Read More
MUMBAI, June 7: The Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) said that it has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to launch electricity derivatives, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of India's energy trading landscape. Backed by both SEBI and Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), this move aims to help power generators, distributors, and large consumers hedge price risks and manage volatility, MCX said in a filing with BSE. The El...Read More
Katra, Jun 6: To make the vision of "Kashmir to Kanyakumari" come alive, the project team behind the construction of Chenab bridge faced several challenges. Among them was how to reach the location surrounded by the steep slopes of the Himalayas. The team had only one option -- horses and mules. According to Afcons Infrastructure Limited, the top infrastructure company that constructed the bridge, one of the main and earliest challenges was access to the bridge location, to transport equipment...Read More
JAMMU, June 6: On the occasion of World Environment Day, Reliance Industries Limited's sustainable brand R|Elan today unveiled the seventh edition of its iconic Earth Tee. Designed by acclaimed fashion designer Namrata Joshipura, Earth Tee 7.0 is not just apparel - it's a statement of purpose, powered by cutting-edge sustainability and environmental action. This year's Earth Tee is crafted from R|Elan® GreenGold™ fabric, created entirely by recycling PET bottles collected at Lakmé Fashion Week...Read More
New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Delhi police have lodged an FIR against anti-social elements involved in spreading misinformation about the demolition drive on the basis of a complaint filed by the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB), a release said. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta had earlier issued an order to take strict legal action against those spreading misinformation about the demolition drive. Also Read | Indus Waters Treaty Suspension: Desperate Pakistan Wrote 4 Letters to Indi...Read More
JAMMU, June 6: Former Sadr-e-Riyasat of Jammu and Kashmir and nonagenarian statesman, Dr Karan Singh, has described the inauguration of the Katra-Srinagar train service as a truly historic moment in the region's history. In a formal statement issued today, the former Member of Parliament said, "Today marks a truly historic moment in the history of Jammu & Kashmir. The inauguration of the train from Katra to Srinagar is an astounding technical achievement, and everyone involved deserves our hear...Read More
JAMMU, June 6: For establishing "POWERGRID Centre of Excellence" at PEC, Chandigarh under CSR, Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) today signed an MoU with Punjab Engineering College (PEC), Chandigarh, a deemed university. The MoU was signed, in an high profile event, by Tarun Bajaj, executive director (Northern Region-II) on behalf of POWERGRID and Prof Rajesh K Bhatia, director (ad-interim) on behalf of PEC in the presence of Rajeev Verma, chief secretary, Chandigarh -UT, R K ...Read More
PUNE, June 6: Applying for a gold loan in India has become one of the fastest and most convenient ways to access funds. Many people turn to gold loans for quick financial support without having to sell their precious gold jewellery. Bajaj Finance offers a reliable and secure option through its trusted service - Bajaj Finserv Gold Loan. The process is simple, documents are minimal, and the interest rates are competitive. Before applying, it is important to understand how gold loans work, what do...Read More
SRINAGAR, June 6: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha has greeted the people on the eve of Eid-ul-Adha, which will be celebrated tomorrow. In his message, the Lieutenant Governor said, "Eid Mubarak! Heartiest greetings and good wishes to the people on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Adha". "Eid embodies the spirit of sacrifice and forgiveness. Let us reiterate our resolve to strengthen the foundations of unity, harmony and brotherhood in the society and work with love and compassion to ensu...Read More
BANIHAL, June 6: For railway engineer Tarun Kumar, Friday's inauguration of the Udhampur-Baramulla-Srinagar Rail Link (USBRL) -- Kashmir's historic rail connection to rest of India -- was an emotional culmination of a decade spent overcoming fear and personal sacrifice, including the loss of a colleague to terrorism. Kumar, an engineer with Indian Railway Construction International Limited (IRCON), shared the journey of his association with the project at the Banihal railway station, located 10...Read More
Srinagar: Before towering cranes and cutting-edge engineering transformed the Himalayan landscape, the monumental dream of connecting "Kashmir to Kanyakumari" by rail began with the plodding footsteps of humble mules. This extraordinary backstory underpins the official realization of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL), inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 6, 2025, a project crowned by the awe-inspiring Chenab Bridge. According to Afcons Infrastructure Limited, the ...Read More