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Nepal govt declares assets of PM, council of ministers

KATHMANDU, April 13: The Nepalese government has made public the property details of Prime Minister Balendra Shah and his Council of Ministers. T

The Birth of Khalsa

Khalsa Sajna Diwas Inderjeet S.BhatiaPrince bhatiainderjeet3@gmail.com Baisakhi, celebrated on April 13 or 14, is one of the most important festi

If Ambedkar were among us today

(Ambedkar Jayanti) Dr Manmeet Motan, Dr Mandeep Singh Azad mandeepsinghazad@gmail.com As India prepares to celebrate Ambedkar Jayanti, we do more

Beyond Empowerment : Why womens reservation is essential for Indian Democracy

Shagun Parihar writetomlakishtwar@gmail.com The case for womens reservation in India is often made in the lens of empowerment. It is often presen

Justice Rajnesh Oswal inaugurates newly developed facilities at District Court Complex Kathua

Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, Apr 13: Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh and Administrative Judge for Kathua district Just

Trump shakes fist, then claims Iran contact again

Iran war news: US President Donald Trump said Iran has reached out for peace talks even as he escalated threats against its navy, warning of elim

STD conducts GST workshop for CSCs

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 13: Jammu and Kashmir State Taxes Department (STD) today organized a comprehensive training workshop for repre

Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy meets CM in Gulmarg

Omar pushes for stronger power infra Excelsior Correspondent GULMARG, Apr 13: A study group of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy tod

Global Academic Leadership Summit at TIET concludes

Excelsior Correspondent PATIALA, Apr 13: A two day long, The Global Academic Leadership Summit 2026 organised by Thapar Institute of Engineering

240th birth anniversary of Gen Zorawar Singh celebrated with fervor

Sat, others pay glowing tribute Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 13: J&K Ex-Services League (JKESL) under its president, Lt Gen Rakesh Kumar Sh

Justice Nargal visits Bandipora, reviews judicial infrastructure

*Inspects new Court Complex Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 13: Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal, Judge, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh

Days after searches, ED arrests I-PAC co-founder & director Vinesh Chandel

The Enforcement Directorate has arrested Vinesh Chandel, a director and co-founder of political consultancy firm I-PAC, in connection with a mone

Sinner beats Alcaraz in Monte Carlo final to reclaim top spot in rankings

MONACO, April 13: Jannik Sinner beat defending champion Carlos Alcaraz 7-6 (5), 6-3 on Sunday to win the Monte Carlo Masters for the first time a

U.S. lawmaker Swalwell resigns over sexual misconduct allegations

Eric Swalwell's troubles escalated rapidly over the weekend as reports in the San Francisco Chronicle and CNN detailed allegations from four wome

10 Indian Nationals indicted in US for staged armed robberies to fraudulently obtain U Visas

BOSTON, April 13: A federal grand jury in Boston has indicted ten Indian nationals for allegedly orchestrating staged armed robberies of convenie

FS Misri calls on French foreign minister; discusses bilateral ties, West Asia situation

LONDON, Apr 13: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Monday called on French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot and discussed key areas of bilateral

Murmu asks citizens to imbibe Ambedkars ideals to build progressive India

NEW DELHI, Apr 13 : President Droupadi Murmu on Monday greeted citizens on the eve of the birth anniversary of Dr B R Ambedkar, the chief archite

Hinges historic entry revives SRH, dismantles RR

HYDERABAD, Apr 13: In a debut performance that will be etched into the tournaments folklore, pacer Praful Hinge delivered the most successful fir

Pakistani actors, singers pay tribute to Queen Asha Bhosle

LAHORE, Apr 13 : Goodbye the Queen, youll be missed forever as your voice was never just Indias, it was a gift to the entire world, reads one of

Iran ready for peace, also ready for war: Iran envoy as US port blockade kicks in

NEW DELHI, Apr 13: Iran is open to holding another round of peace talks with the US if it refrains from unlawful demands and accepts Tehrans cond

Vishwajits century powers Gentle Giants to 130-run win

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 13: A blistering century by Vishwajit Singh guided Gentle Giants to a thumping 130-run win over Tiger X

UK will not join US blockade of Hormuz: PM Keir Starmer

LONDON, Apr 13 : UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday firmly ruled out British involvement in any US-led blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, re

Trump nominates former lawmaker Michelle Steel as U.S. ambassador to South Korea

A senior State Department official, Kevin Kim, has been serving as acting ambassador since last October

$25,000 payout alert: Drivers could claim cash from $4.15 million settlement deadline April 29

AAA $4.15 million insurance settlement claim payout is now open for eligible drivers, with payments up to $25,000 and deadline April 29. Drivers

'Don't forget you work in BJP states': Suvendu Adhikari's warning in Bengal

Opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari warned Muslim migrant workers in Nandigram that they might lose work in BJP-governed states after the assembly

Infra, technology deficit key bottlenecks in J&Ks horticulture sector: NITI Aayog

Only 11% of registered processing units tap horticulture Cold chain gaps, weak logistics fuel post-harvest losses Mohinder Verma JAMMU, Apr 13: M

A hundred years ago | Sir A. Conan Doyles claim challenged

Fifty years ago | Syrian troops move into Lebanon: Cairo warns, Israeli alert

Govt taking various steps to strengthen weather forecasting in J&K: Dr Jitendra

Weak geological formations along NH lead to slides: Dr Pandita Avtar Bhat JAMMU, Apr 13: In view of last years flash floods, cloudbursts and land

US military vows to blockade all Iranian ports to force opening of Hormuz

* Tehran threatens ports in Mideast CAIRO, Apr 13: The US military vowed to blockade all Iranian ports starting Monday in an effort to force Tehr

Gadkari sees farmers as future energy providers to reduce import dependence

RAISEN (MP), Apr 13 : Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari said on Monday that farmers must evolve beyond their traditional role as food produce

Lau Gujjars family members among others detained

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 13: Police today conducted raids across the Jammu and Samba districts, detaining several individuals suspected

SC notice to Centre, EC on biometric system at Polling Stns

NEW DELHI, Apr 13: The Supreme Court on Monday sought responses from the Centre, Election Commission and others on a plea seeking to implement fi

Labour Ministry inks pacts with 2 firms to expand job opportunities through NCS portal

NEW DELHI, Apr 13: Ministry of Labour & Employment on Monday signed initial pacts with Porter and Gigin Technologies to expand employment opportu

ISI behind grenade attack on PS, 6 arrested

CHANDIGARH, Apr 13:Six accused have been arrested in connection with a grenade attack on the Bhindi Saida police station in Punjabs Amritsar dist

US Considers Another Round Of Talks With Iran As Ceasefire Deadline Looms

Iran War: The officials are reviewing potential dates and locations, contingent on the progress of ongoing talks with Iran and regional mediators

The Derogation of Indigenous faiths

Editor, I appreciated the letter by O. Lyngdoh, titled, The Sacred Cannot Be Secularized which appeared in the Shillong Times on April 9, 2026. T

Sex Work & The Law

MUCH has been said in the last few days about women soliciting sex work around the city centre and near places of worship. There are those who ta

Fiscal injustice may foster hostility

By George B. Lyngdoh As I was scrolling through updates on X, I came across a post by Chief Minister, Conrad K. Sangma regarding his meeting with

IMF, World Bank, IEA urge countries to stop hoarding energy supplies, imposing export controls

IEA Executive Director Birol said earlier that the conflict had triggered the worst global energy disruption ever, with more than 80 oil and gas

Collapse fears grow: USPS pauses payments and shares key Social Security details

USPS financial crisis deepens as the United States Postal Service faces over $118 billion losses since 2007, raising urgent stability concerns. T

North Korea Tests Cruise, Anti-Ship Missiles From Naval Destroyer

North Korea conducted another test-fire of strategic cruise missiles and anti-warship missiles on Sunday as part of operational efficiency trials

Bengal polls: 45% of Kolkata North booths tagged 'super sensitive'

Biometric check at booths? Supreme Court seeks govt reply

Delimitation will not affect southern States, says Piyush Goyal

Union Minister accuses Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and his ilk of promoting a false narrative on the issue

Indian Squash Tour in Chennai from Thursday

The Chennai leg will feature a mix of international players and emerging PSA talent across both draws

Fidelity, AARP warn Americans on 401(k)s: Are hidden risks, early withdrawal penalties, and retirement savings gaps hurting your future wealth?

Fidelity, AARP warn Americans on 401(k)s as new data highlights serious retirement savings risks. The average Social Security benefit is only $2,

West Bengal polls: ED arrests I-PAC director and co-founder

The Enforcement Directorate has arrested Vinesh Chandel, a director and co-founder of political consultancy firm I-PAC, in connection with a mone

Reclaiming Ambedkar for a modern Andhra Pradesh

Ambedkars life was defined by persistence in the face of resistance. Efforts to expand inclusion will always encounter those invested in preservi

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West Bengal polls: 2 Congress workers among three arrested by NIA for Malda siege

The NIA has arrested two Congress members and one ISF member in connection with the April 1 siege of judicial officers in Malda. Preliminary find

Dalit bodies to hold protest march to Anjarakandi Dental College on April 18

French Proverb of the day: 'Good advice is often annoying, bad advice...' Life lessons on truth, human nature, honesty and why 'yes men' can lead to your downfall

French Proverb of the day explains why honest feedback can feel uncomfortable while flattery feels pleasant. The proverb explores truth, human na

Grassroots-level SIR drives impacted voter turnout in Kerala, say community forums

Volunteers had guided voters through documentation procedures amid widespread concern over disenfranchisement

Wife reneges on divorce consent, SC steps in to end marriage

The Supreme Court dissolved a marriage and quashed a domestic violence case, citing misuse of court proceedings in a matrimonial dispute. A woman

Who Is Sakib Hussain? SRH Debutant With Best IPL Bowling Figure By An Indian

Fans at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad expected a run-fest in the Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals IPL 2026 contest o

Trump Says He Hasn't Spoken With Xi Jinping On Iran War

US President Donald Trump on Monday said that he has not spoken with Chinese President Xi Jinping, while reiterating that the United States share

Quote of the day by Cynthia Erivo: 'Meditation, yoga, working out, and eating well. That's my wellness. And I think occasionally...' - advice on self-care, health and fitness by Grammy-winning singer of Defying Gravity with Ariana Grande

Quote of the day by Cynthia Erivo: Actress and singer Cynthia Erivo shares her wellness secrets. She highlights meditation, yoga, exercise, and h

Amanda Ungaro THREAT or Iran war? What forced Melania Trumps move on Epstein row now

SC refuses to junk land-for-rail jobs FIR against Lalu

The Supreme Court has refused to quash the FIR against Lalu Prasad in the land-for-jobs case. However, the court granted him exemption from appea

Baisakhi: A Harvest of History, Culture, and Celebration in North India and Jammu

Dr Goldi Hazari Baisakhi, a festival that resonates deeply with the agrarian soul of North India, is far more than just a harvest celebration. It

BJD nominates Manas Mangaraj as its new leader in Rajya Sabha

The appointment follows the resignation of Sasmit Patra, who stepped down from the post recently

Nalabhagam: a rare Janakiraman novel with a shocking theme and political undertones

Delimitation must be preceded by census: Sonia Gandhi

Sonia Gandhi has questioned the Modi government's planned delimitation, arguing it must follow a census and be politically equitable. She emphasi

Parched again: On Bengalurus drinking water woes

Bengaluru is treating water supply as infinitely expandable

Spanish Proverb of the Day: 'A Tree Born Crooked Never Straightens Its Trunk'A timeless reflection on character and habit

A Spanish proverb, A tree born crooked never straightens its trunk, highlights how early habits and upbringing profoundly shape character and beh

A long-awaited respite for Bastar village as it gets tap water

Narayanpur Collector Namrata Jain said that a water supply system had been set up in the village under the Jal Jeevan Mission

T.N. election 2026: Vaniyambadi constituency residents complain about delay in construction of ROB, illegal sand mining on Palar riverbed

They said that indiscriminate sand mining has affected the depth of the riverbed and recharge of groundwater

Clear stand on free compulsory pre-primary education, SC tells govt

Trump Says 34 Ships Crossed Hormuz Sunday

34 Ships went through the Strait of Hormuz yesterday, which is by far the highest number since this foolish closure began, Trump said on Truth So

Soon, access to nicotine gums may get tougher

Faculty members object to Delhi University proposal to allow credits via online courses

Letters to the Editor April 14, 2026

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Powerloom weavers caught in a web of woes in Aruppukottai constituency

Chinese proverb of the day: 'The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is...' Lessons on timely action, success and why making optimum use of present is crucial

Chinese proverb of the day shares a lesson about action, time, and long-term growth. The saying explains why delay leads to regret and why presen

Deliveries of LPG outpace bookings, says Delhi Chief Minister

Supreme Court expresses shock at the impunity of Chambal sand miners

The Bench further suggested that a GPS system could be installed in heavy earth-moving machines in the area to keep a track of their movement

Tamil Nadu election 2026: If BJP were playing petty politics, State would not have got first PM Mitra Park, says Piyush Goyal

Union Minister accuses Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and his ilk of promoting a false narrative on the issue

Onus on Supreme Court to protect faith in democracy

In West Bengal, during the SIR of electoral rolls, ECI devised hurdles that many found impossible to cross and created a situation that risks mak

SC wants govt response to PIL seeking hike in MSP for grains

The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Centre and states on a PIL demanding a higher Minimum Support Price (MSP) for farmers to cover pr

Bitcoin braces for $2.8 billion tax sell-off ahead of April 15 deadline as fear hits crypto market and traders eye post-tax BTC USD rally

BTC USD price prediction April 2026: Bitcoin is facing a tense stretch ahead of the April 15 IRS deadline, with up to $2.8 billion in tax-driven

Inventory of jewels in inner chamber of Jagannath Temple in Puri begins after 48 years

Team of goldsmiths, RBI representatives, priests carrying out exercise on orders of the Orissa HC after concerns were raised over safety of jewel

Supreme court seeks views on MSP PIL

The Supreme Court is examining a petition demanding minimum support prices for crops be set using a weighted average cost of production across al

Man transporting cattle jumps into Ramban rivulet to escape assault, goes missing; 4 held

Punjab Assembly passes Bill with strict provisions against acts of sacrilege

Draft law to ensure swift probe, make offences non-bailable, impose punishmentup to life term in prison and fine up to 25 lakh, says CM; SGPC cal

T.N. Assembly election 2026: Slow progress of infrastructure work, unemployment frustrate voters of Mayiladuthurai constituency

Be it the 83.03-crore underground sewerage project, the 29.01-crore Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Bus Stand of the Sarangapani flyover, poor planning

In Augusta Company: McIlroy makes history as only the fourth player to win second straight Masters titles

A dramatic finish saw McIlroy recover from a wayward tee shot on the 18th to secure victory with a bogey, joining legends like Jack Nicklaus and

Manesar violence: six arrested for inciting protesting workers

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Vijays hologram makes its way into campaign to impress Kumbakonam voters

Burjis Godrej elevated as Agrovet chair amid leadership shift

Godrej Industries Group has announced a major leadership transition, elevating Burjis Godrej as chairperson of Godrej Agrovet, while his father N