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JAMMU, Apr 8: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today underscored the need for a collective responsibility in addressing key social challenges, stating that while several responsibilities lie with the government, many others must be shared by society as a whole. He made these remarks while launching a three-day divisional-level awareness programme organised by the School Education Department at the Convention Centre here. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Addressing a large gathering ...Read More >
SRINAGAR, Apr 7: Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) today arrested two officials of the PWD (R&B) Mechanical Division, North Kashmir, Baramulla, for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 13,000 from a contractor for release of payment. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp According to official sources, the ACB received a complaint through its helpline on April 6 from a complainant working as a manager for a private firm registered on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal. The ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, Apr 6: The Supreme Court on Monday sought responses from the Centre and others on a plea seeking direction to the authorities to ensure that stray cattle is kept away from National and State Highways across the country. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta issued notice to the Centre and others, including the states and Union Territories, seeking their responses on the plea within four weeks. The plea has sought a directio ...Read More >
KUSHINAGAR/NEW DELHI, (UP), Apr 5: The Delhi Police's Special Cell has detained a youth from Uttar Pradesh's Kushinagar district on suspicion of involvement in terrorist activities and taken him to the national capital, officials said on Sunday. According to Uttar Pradesh police, the youth, Rizwan Ahmad, of Chhawani area of Padrauna town, came under the scanner during the investigation of a case registered by the Special Cell. A 10-member team led by Inspector Nishant Dahiya reached Padrauna ...Read More >
JAMMU, Apr 4: Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather on Saturday adjourned the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly sine die after a largely well-conducted budget session that lasted for 22 sittings spread across February, March and April. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The assembly session commenced on February 2 with Chief Minister Omar Abdullah presenting the Budget on February 6, while the House passed grants for various departments after detailed discussions conducted in twin sittin ...Read More >
SRINAGAR, Apr 3: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday ordered a magisterial probe into the encounter in Ganderbal district in which one alleged terrorist was killed by security forces. CLICK HERE TO WATCH VIDEO In a post on X, Sinha said, "I have ordered a thorough and impartial magisterial inquiry into Arhama, Ganderbal incident. The inquiry will examine all aspects related to the incident and ensure that justice is served". Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp "Any attempt t ...Read More >
JAMMU, Apr 3: Jammu and Kashmir's Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) growth moderated to 11.18 per cent in 2024-25, down from 12.51 per cent in the previous financial year, though it has remained in the 11-12 per cent range over the past four fiscals, according to the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG). Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The CAG report on Union Territory Finances for the year 2024-25 was tabled in the legislative Assembly by the Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on ...Read More >
Jammu, Apr 3: "Ayodhya is the cradle of civilisation and eternal fountainhead of consciousness. When we invoke Ayodhya, we summon that very consciousness which is Prabhu Shri Ram's benediction and which has given meaning to human civilisation," Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Friday. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp He highlighted the significance of internalising Ayodhya's idea with Prabhu Shri Ram's blessing and to carry forward that timeless flame which has burned for ...Read More >
JAMMU, Apr 2: In a major police reshuffle, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha-led Union Territory administration has ordered the transfer and posting of 82 police officers, including 34 IPS and 48 JKPS officers. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp As per the order, Tejinder Singh, DIG Rajouri-Poonch Range, has been transferred and posted as IGP CID, Sarah Rizvi, DIG Udhampur-Reasi Range, has been transferred and posted as IGP Crime, J&K relieving Sujit Kumar of the additional charge of ...Read More >
CHANDIGARH, Apr 2: Security agencies investigating the blast outside the BJP office at Chandigarh yesterday are looking into the angle whether consignment of grenades had been supplied to Punjab from Jammu and Kashmir a couple of years back. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The explosion occurred around 5 pm yesterday when a suspected crude explosive device was hurled near the office. However, no casualties were reported, but the incident triggered panic in the area. Sources sai ...Read More >
JAMMU, Apr 1: "Border villages are India's first line of defence, and the residents are the first face of India that any outsider sees. Border residents are not only first in courage, sacrifice, and patience but you also stand first in the priorities of our Prime Minister Narendra Modi," Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Wednesday. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp He observed that the residents of border village are serving the nation every single day. That service must not ...Read More >
JAMMU, Mar 31: The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has appointed former Jammu and Kashmir cadre IAS officer Rohit Kansal as Secretary, Department of Rural Development, Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India (GoI). A 1995 batch AGMUT cadre officer, Kansal replaces Chhattisgarh cadre IAS officer Shailesh Kumar Singh, who retired on March 31, 2026. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Presently serving as Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Textiles, Kansal ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, Mar 30: The Special Cell of Delhi Police has arrested a suspected Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) handler, Shabir Ahmed Lone, from the Ghazipur area here, officials said on Monday. After his arrest, he was produced before a court, which sent him to five days of police custody. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Terming Lone as a "hardcore and highly-trained terrorist," the police said that he reportedly established links with handlers operating on behalf of Pakistan's Inter-Servi ...Read More >
JAMMU, Mar 30: "Vande Mataram is our identity, strength, and vow. It is not just verses but a profound experience woven into our civilization's fabric. Vande Mataram singing and related events revives memories of immortal martyrs, honors their sacrifices, and renews our commitment to India's glory," Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said today. He called upon every section of society to share one dream: making India the world's greatest nation. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp "We ...Read More >
JAMMU, Mar 30: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said India can play meaningful role in de-escalation of United States and Israel's war with Iran given the strong relations of Prime Minister Narendra Modi with warring countries and their neighbours Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp "Our Prime Minister has good and close relations with the United States, Israel and Iran besides Iran's neighbours. If these relations can be used to make some progress and help ease the situation, it ...Read More >
JAMMU, Mar 30: Former Chief Minister and PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Monday called for united efforts by the Government and opposition to restore the strength and dignity of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Mufti made the remark after watching the Assembly proceedings from the Speaker's gallery, her first appearance in the House after the fall of her BJP-supported Government in 2018. The PDP chief remained present for some time dur ...Read More >
SRINAGAR, Mar 30: National Conference president and former Chief Minister Dr Farooq Abdullah today pleaded before the court that he is not guilty of charges of fund misappropriation in the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA). Abdullah appeared through virtual mode before the court of Chief Judicial Magistrate Srinagar today. The Presiding Officer of the court formally read out the contents of the charge sheet filed by CBI against him. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp "N ...Read More >
JAMMU, Mar 30: Government today ordered reshuffle in the civil administration, assigning new roles to five IAS and one JKAS officers. As per the Government order, Nazim Zai Khan (IAS, AGMUT 2013) has been transferred from his position as Mission Director, Mission Vatsalya/ Shakti (ICPS), J&K, and posted as Director, Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Kashmir. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp In another key reshuffle, Sagar Doifode Dattatray (IAS, AGMUT 2014), who was ser ...Read More >
SRINAGAR, Dec 16: An Army soldier died in a landmine blast in the Kupwara district. Havildar Zubair Ahmad of the Army's 13 Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry was injured in a land mine blast at Putaha Khan Gali in the Trehgam area of the border district on Monday, they said. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Officials said the injured soldier was rushed to a military hospital at Drugmulla but was declared dead on arrival. Meanwhile, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has expressed gr ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, Oct 25: The Election Commission is likely to roll out the first of pan-India Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voters' list next week beginning with "10 to 15 states", including those going to polls next year, officials said Saturday. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Assam, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala and West Bengal will to polls in 2026 and they are amongst the States where the voters' list cleanup exercise will begin first. The poll authority is likely to anno ...Read More >
Srinagar, Oct 25: Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) today filed a charge sheet against a key operative linked to Pakistan-backed online terror recruitment networks. The charge sheet, submitted before the Special NIA Court in Srinagar, named Aadil Ahmad Khan, son of Ghulam Mohammad Khan, resident of Drien Qazigund, Anantnag. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp According to a police statement, the case, registered under FIR No. 07/2023, invokes Sections of the IPC and the Unlawful A ...Read More >
Srinagar, Oct 25: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir today arrested Ashiq Ali, son of Ghulam Rasool Khan, resident of Panner Jagir, presently residing at Hawal, Srinagar. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The CBK said that the accused, who served as Patwari, Balhama Srinagar, was wanted in connection with FIR No. 14/2025 registered under Sections 167, 420, 120-B RPC read with Section 5(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act. The case pertains to offences of ...Read More >
Srinagar, Oct 24: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha delivered the inaugural address at the NEP Conclave-2025, organised by the Higher Education Department today. While speaking at the event, Sinha applauded the efforts of all the stakeholders for speedy implementation of National Education Policy. He said, it is a matter of pride that Jammu Kashmir is among the first in the country to implement the National Education Policy across all Higher Educational Institutions in the Union Territory. Follo ...Read More >
SRINAGAR, Oct 24: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired a high-level meeting to review the arrangements for upcoming Darbar Move emphasizing on ensuring smooth, secure and well-coordinated shifting of offices from Srinagar to Jammu. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Commissioner/Secretary, General Administration Department (GAD) M. Raju gave a detailed presentation on the transport arrangements and logistical aspects of the Darbar Move convoy. Omar directed the Managing Dire ...Read More >
JAMMU, Oct 24: The judicial inquiry into the violent clashes of September 24 in Leh will begin tomorrow, inviting aggrieved persons to record their testimonies before members of the probe panel. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp "The judicial inquiry regarding the September 24 incident in Leh town shall be held at the Alternate Dispute Redressal Centre at Melongthang in Leh from October 25 to October 28," an order issued by Consultant, Law and Justice Department, Qureshi Tariq Meh ...Read More >
JAMMU, Oct 24: To enhance the convenience of passengers in Jammu Division and to meet local demand, the Srinagar-Katra Vande Bharat Express will take a brief stop at Reasi Railway Station from October 29, 2025. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Currently, this Vande Bharat semi-high-speed train (26401) stops only once between Katra and Srinagar - at Banihal. According to the Northern Railway, the Vande Bharat Express will stop at Reasi for two minutes in both directions for provi ...Read More >
SRINAGAR, Oct 19: The City Centre here has burst into a riot of colours as nearly 3,000 Chrysanthemums-locally known as 'Gul-e-Dawood'-are on a two-day display to attract visitors. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The large-scale floral installation at the foot of the iconic Ghanta Ghar showcases more than 15 indigenous varieties and over 80 colours of the hardy autumn bloom. Seen as a first-ever attempt to attract tourists to the Valley's autumn season, the show is organised jo ...Read More >
JAMMU, Oct 19: After deciding not to contest Rajya Sabha elections, the Congress tonight left Nagrota and Budgam Assembly seats for the National Conference, which has already named Agha Syed Mehmood for Budgam seat. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Tomorrow is last date for filing nomination papers for Nagrota and Budgam seats, the by-elections for which will be held on November 11. Congress leaders said taking into account broader parameters and principles of the coalition, the ...Read More >
JAMMU, Oct 18: Authorities imposed strict security measures and suspended mobile internet services to thwart today's planned silent march in Leh, jointly called by Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) as part of their agitation for Statehood and safeguards under Sixth schedule of the constitution. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp However, Kargil witnessed a peaceful silent march with KDA leaders condemning the restrictions in Leh but welcomed the announcement ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, Oct 18: The CBI today arrested a Section Officer (Legal) of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh Finance Corporation (JKLFC) for allegedly demanding a bribe of Rs 80,000 and accepting the first installment of Rs 20,000 from a man to process a file related to the settlement of his MSME loan of Rs 51 lakh. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp A senior CBI official stated that the agency received a complaint accusing Section Officer Sunil Januja of demanding the bribe from the complain ...Read More >
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