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New Delhi, Nov 25: Delhi ranked as the most polluted among 33 states and Union territories with an annual mean PM2.5 concentration of 101 micrograms per cubic metre, 2.5 times the Indian standard and 20 times the WHO guideline, according to a new satellite-based analysis. The report by the independent research organisation Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air said Chandigarh recorded the second-highest annual average PM2.5 level at 70 micrograms per cubic metre during the study period fro

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Srinagar, Nov 25: Minimum temperatures plunged below freezing across most parts of Kashmir on Monday, with several stations recording the seasons coldest night so far. Details compiled by Kashmir weather, Srinagar settled at -3.1C, while the coldest temperature in the Valley was recorded in Shopian at -5.4C, followed by Pulwama at -5.0C and Pampore at -4.5C. Pahalgam touched -4.4C, and the Srinagar Airport area dropped to -4.2C. In north Kashmir, Baramulla recorded -4.3C, Rafiabad -4.1C, Kupwara

NEW DELHI, Nov 25: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday offered tributes to Guru Tegh Bahadur on his 350th martyrdom day. On the 350th Shaheedi Diwas of Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji, we bow in reverence to his unmatched courage and sacrifice, the prime minister said in a post on X. His martyrdom for the protection of faith and humanity will forever illuminate our society, he said. Born on April 1, 1621, at Guru Ke Mehal, Amritsar, Tegh Bahadur was [] The post PM Modi Pays Tribute To Guru Tegh Baha

PM Modis Historic Promise of Justice, Dignity, and Economic Empowerment Tarun Chugh 2025 will be remembered as a watershed year for Indias workers. The New Labour Laws enacted this year mark a golden chapter in our nations journey, bringing dignity and security to those who toil day and night to build India. Empowerment of workers is essential for an empowered, prosperous and Aatmanirbhar India. After decades of neglect, India is witnessing a revolutionary pro-worker transformation under Prime M

S S Sodhi More than 350 years ago, in 1675, India witnessed an act of courage so profound that it altered the very trajectory of the nations moral and civilizational identity. The public martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, the ninth Guru of the Sikhs, stands today as one of the most extraordinary sacrifices in human history-an act undertaken not for his own community, but for the protection of Kashmiri Pandits whose faith and existence were under grave threat. His [] The post A Sacrifice that res

O P Sharma opsharmajournalist@gmail.com Cultural Heritage is a prized possession of any country or a community, which really stands for its distinct identity and dignity about its rich heritage and attainments over a period of time. The proud cultural heritage, both tangible and intangible-built over long years which passes from generation to generation as a priceless legacy from the past to the present-is a treasure trove of any nation or community or region. It has to be preserved, projected a

Dulloo reviews preparedness for Constitution Day celebrations *CS lays focus on establishment & tracking of units Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 24: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today conducted an activity-wise, outcome-based comprehensive review of all 29 projects being implemented under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) aimed at boosting the Agriculture, Horticulture and Livestock sectors across the districts of Jammu and Kashmir in a structured, time-bound and result-o

DHAKA, Nov 24: The Indian womens kabaddi team on Monday secured its second consecutive World Cup title with a 3528 win over Chinese Taipei here. India emerged on top in a tournament involving 11 countries. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was among the many who lauded the womens team for the remarkable achievement. Congratulations to our Indian Womens Kabaddi Team for making the nation proud by winning the Kabaddi World Cup 2025! They have showcased outstanding grit, skills and dedication. Their []

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 24: A bike rally was organised in Jammu to pay tribute to the Nowgam Srinagar police martyrs and the Delhi blast victims. The event was flagged off from MA Stadium by the DIG of Police, Jammu-Samba-Kathua (JSK) Range, Shiv Kumar Sharma, along with the Secretary of the J&K Sports Council, Nuzhat Gul. The rally was organised by the Chairperson of the One Ride One Nation team, Nitish Pal, and sponsored by the Chairperson of the [] The post Bike rally organi

Will prepare big action plan for J&K: Reddy *Anyone interested in mining can make bid Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Nov 24: First limestone block auction and road show were hosted by Jammu and Kashmir today here in the presence of Union Minister of Coal & Mines G Kishan Reddy and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah covering about 314 hectares, across the districts of Rajouri, Poonch and Anantnag. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp This has brought Jammu and Kashmir on the [] The post First limeston

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 24: Aimed at introducing students to the fundamentals of semiconductor technology and the rapidly expanding opportunities in the chip design industry, an enriching session on VLSI (Very Large Scale Integration) organized by TARANG, the Electronics Society of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) was held here today. The session was conducted by the VLSI Chapter Leads, Harsh Mishra, Shrikant Jha and Karthik, who explained the essentials of modern integrated

GUWAHATI, Nov 24: Sai Sudharsan was careless, Dhruv Jurel was indiscreet and skipper Rishabh Pant plain irresponsible as a progressively ugly Indian batting collapse left them on the brink of an embarrassing home series whitewash against South Africa here on Monday. On a pitch that Kuldeep Yadav had compared to a road, the Indian batters were bounced out for a lowly 201 in their first innings by a 6 feet 8 inches tall pacer Marco Jansen, who returned a haul [] The post Indian batting flops on fl

MBBS seats on merit basis, not religion * Mineral blocks auction aimed to raise revenue Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 24: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said there is no proposal to hike electricity tariffs in Jammu and Kashmir. Replying to a question during an interaction with media persons after launching auction of limestone mineral blocks along with Union Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy here, Omar junked reports of imposition of a 20 per cent surcharge on the base [] The post

Excelsior Correspondent MUMBAI, Nov 24:Union Minister of State for Science & Technology; Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Earth Sciences; MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh today dedicated to the nation Indias first Liquid Helium Cryogenic Facility, an important milestone in Indias growing ecosystem of quantum science, cryogenics, advanced materials, and next-generation computing. During his visit to the Quantum Lab, the Ministe

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 24: GD Goenka Public School, Jammu organised its Annual Sports Meet 202526 for the Primary Wing (Classes IIIV), celebrating energy, teamwork and sportsmanship. The event saw enthusiastic participation from young students who showcased their athletic skills across a variety of competitions. The programme was held in the presence of the chief guest, Ambedkar Gupta, Director and Ex-General Secretary of the Karate Association of India. His inspirational word

Would have prevented present controversy Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Nov 24: Proposals by Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME) for allotment of 100 percent MBBS seats to it under All India Quota (AIQ) through the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), were rejected by the National Medical Commission (NMC). Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The SMVDIME is at the centre of controversy following protests by various Hindu bodies including the Sanatan Dha

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 24: In a significant step toward strengthening the financial ecosystem for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Jammu and Kashmir, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was today signed between Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of J&K, and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE). The MoU was signed in the presence of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. Additional Chief Secretary to the CM Dheeraj

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 24: The penultimate day of the 69th National School Games 2025 in Table Tennis (Under-19 Boys and Girls) saw thrilling performances and medal-winning feats at the Gymnasium Hall, University of Jammu. Organized by the Department of Youth Services and Sports, J&K, the championship features participants from 34 States, UTs and affiliated sports bodies across India. In the Under-19 Girls category, Tamil Nadu clinched Gold through B.R. Nandhini, Deeksha P., M

Indias long-awaited transition to a unified, modern labour framework moved decisively forward with the notification of the four Labour Codes-a reform package that has been pending since 2020. This marks one of the most ambitious overhauls of labour regulation since Independence, consolidating 29 disparate laws into a streamlined structure meant to expand worker protection, boost formalisation, and enhance Indias global competitiveness. Yet the path to implementation has been rocky, and the debat

Excelsior Correspondent KARGIL, Nov 24: Striving towards excellence, the Department of Education commenced the 2nd Pre-Board Examination for Classes 10th and 12th today on 24 November. The Pre-Board began today with the Class 12 English examination being conducted at 26 designated centers in Kargil district and 22 designated centers in Leh district. To provide students with a CBSE-like experience, the Department has introduced OMR sheets and question papers in series. The question papers have be

CHANDIGARH, Nov 24: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said that the Bhagavad Gita transcends religious boundaries and is a universal guide to righteous living, inner strength and spiritual clarity. Jaishankar said this in a video message which was played out on Monday at the International Gita Festival being held in Kurukshetra from November 15 to December 5. This sacred scripture transcends religious boundaries. It is a universal guide to righteous living, to inner strength, and to spi

OTTAWA, Nov 24: Toronto police have arrested an Indian-origin man on Canadas 25 most wanted list with firearms and ammunition, police said. Nicholas Singh, 24, wanted on a Canada-wide warrant for Breach of Parole, was arrested on Friday, a statement issued by the Toronto Police said. Singh was arrested with a firearm, an extended magazine, and ammunition, it added. The police say that officials were attending the Bathurst Street and Dupont Street area when they located Singh in a vehicle. [] The

NEW DELHI, Nov 24 : India has lodged a strong protest with China over the alleged detention last week of an Indian woman from Arunachal Pradesh at Shanghai airport after refusing to recognise her Indian passport as valid during a transit halt, government sources said on Monday. Following the incident of harassment of Pema Wang Thongdok on November 21 on ludicrous grounds, India firmly conveyed to the Chinese side that Arunachal Pradesh is indisputably an Indian territory and its residents [] The

MUMBAI, Nov 24: Fiscal and monetary measures will pave the way for a virtuous cycle of higher private investment-led growth amid global trade policy uncertainties and external sector headwinds, the RBI Bulletin said on Monday. An article published in the November Bulletin flagged that global uncertainty remains elevated. Concerns persist about the heightened exuberance in global equity markets, raising questions about its sustainability and implications for financial stability, it said. The Indi

PATNA, Nov 24 : Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan on Monday appointed Narendra Narain Yadav as protem Speaker of state Assembly. Khan appointed senior MLA and former Bihar Minister Yadav as protem Speaker of newly constituted Assembly after just concluded elections. He was also administered oath by Governor at a simple function organised in Rajbhawan. Yadav will administer oath to newly elected MLAs during the first session of newly constituted Assembly, to be convened soon. In its first cabinet

MOSCOW, Nov 24 : Most of Krasnoarmeysk (also known as Pokrovsk) is under the control of the Russian armed forces, Ukrainian troops are encircled and suffering serious losses, Donetsk Peoples Republic (DPR) head Denis Pushilin said on Monday. In the Krasnoarmeysk direction, in the city itself, most of which is now under the control of the Russian armed forces, efforts to grind down the enemy continue. The enemy is encircled and suffering serious losses, Pushilin told the Rossiya 24 broadcaster. [

Leh, Nov 24: Ladakh Lt Governor Kavinder Gupta on Monday conducted an on-site inspection of the new terminal building at Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport here and reviewed the pace of construction and integration of modern and sustainable technologies. Gupta expressed satisfaction over the significant progress achieved and commended the project team for adopting cutting-edge green technologies, including a first-of-its-kind geothermal temperature-regulation system, extensive solar integration, an

JAMMU, Nov 24: The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has issued a fresh order re-delegating financial powers to various subordinate authorities under the Lieutenant Governor. Read this order for complete details The post Ladakh Admin Re-Delegates Financial Powers To Subordinate Authorities appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Jammu, Nov 24: Union Minister G Kishan Reddy on Monday said the initial findings do not indicate significant lithium deposits in Jammu and Kashmir and a clearer assessment will be available only after Geological Survey of India completes its ongoing G2-level exploration in January next year. Coal and mines minister Reddy said the survey will provide definitive data on the extent, quality and economic viability of the mineral reserves. In early 2023, officials claimed to have found a 5.9 million

UDHAMPUR, Nov 24: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Saloni Rai today felicitated Pritama Devi, the silver medalist at the Sub-Junior National Judo Championship and Chief Judo Coach, Suraj Bhan Singh for bringing pride to the district. Pritama Devi, daughter of Yashpal and a resident of Shivnagar, Devika, Udhampur, bagged a silver medal in the Sub-Junior National Judo Championship held in Hyderabad, Telangana, from 16 to 20 November 2025. Pritama has been consistently training at the Subhash Stadium

Srinagar, Nov 24: Four persons, including a senior government officer, were injured on Monday after a Bolero vehicle crashed into an electric pole at Suthsoo Kalan in Chattergam area of central Kashmirs Budgam district. Officials said that all the injured were first taken to CHC Chattergam and later referred to SMHS Hospital Srinagar for specialised treatment. The injured have been identified as Fayaz Ahmad, Deputy Director ICDS, who is stated to be in critical condition. The second injured has

SRINAGAR, Nov 24: The Handicrafts and Handloom Department is all set to confer the annual UT Artisan Awards for the year 2024 amongst the selected craft-persons, who have kept the famed handicrafts legacy alive in Jammu & Kashmir. Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Kumar Choudhary, who is also Minister In-Charge Industries & Commerce, shall distribute the coveted awards here at the picturesque SKICC on November 25, in presence of the Commissioner/ Secretary, Industries & Commerce, Vikramjit Singh.

JAMMU, Nov 24: Secretary, Transport, Avny Lavasa, today asked the department for effective implementation of the Registered Vehicle Scrapping Policy in Jammu & Kashmir. She exhorted upon the officers to generate awareness about the policy and encourage the vehicle owners to take advantage of the benefits outlined under the policy. The Secretary emphasized the importance of widespread publicity and awareness campaigns to ensure that the general public, especially vehicle owners of old, unfit vehi

JAMMU, Nov 24: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a meeting to review the preparations for the grand celebration of Constitution Day (Samvidhan Diwas) across J&K. The upcoming events on November 26, 2025, mark the culmination of the year-long commemorations of the 75th Year of adoption of the Constitution of India. The meeting besides Principal Secretary, Culture and Commissioner Secretary, GAD was attended by Secretary, School Education; Secretary, Law; DDG, NIC; ED, Mubarak Mandi Heri

Srinagar, Nov 24: Police on Monday carried out surprise inspection of hospital lockers in Pulwama and Srinagar districts of Jammu and Kashmir as part of heightened vigilance in the wake of the November 10 Delhi blast and the recovery of arms and ammunition linked to the white collar terror module. In line with ongoing efforts to ensure transparency and accountability in health institutions and security protocols within the city, Srinagar police, in coordination with medical officers from the hea

RAJOURI, Nov 24: Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma today conducted a series of surprise inspections across various government offices to assess functioning, service delivery and staff attendance. During a surprise inspection at the Office of the Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Sunderbani, the Deputy Commissioner found four employees absent from duty without authorization. Strict directions were issued to seek an immediate explanation from the absentee officials and the controllin

JAMMU, Nov 24: There is no proposal to hike electricity tariffs in Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said on Monday, junking reports of imposition of a 20 per cent surcharge on the base power tariff for consumption during designated peak hours in the Valley. No electricity hike is proposed, and I do not know where this rumour started, Abdullah told reporters on the sidelines of a function here. Union Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy, Abdullah [] The post No Proposal To Hike

New Delhi, Nov 24: The Supreme Court on Monday adjourned to December 8 the hearing on a plea filed by the wife of jailed climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, terming his detention under National Security Act as illegal, and an arbitrary exercise violating his fundamental rights. A bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and N V Anjaria deferred the matter after Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre and the Union Territory of Ladakh, sought time to respond to the rejoinder [] The post Sona

Jammu, Nov 24: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday took strong exception to the BJPs stance on the first admissions in the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence, and said any move to grant MBBS seats without merit would require the Supreme Courts approval. The Constitution has a word, secular, and if they (BJP) do not want to keep the country secular, they should first remove the word, Abdullah said. Talking to reporters after the [] The post Merit Sole Basi

MUMBAI, Nov 24: Mahindra Groups logistics arm MLL on Monday announced the launch of an all-women operated warehousing facility in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, in collaboration with the Indian subsidiary of French multinational firm LOreal. The facility supports distribution across central India, enabling movement of goods to key markets, including Jabalpur, Bhopal, Indore, Singrauli, Sagar, Ratlam, Bina, Satna, Rewa, Shahdol and Shivpuri, among others, Mahindra Logistics Ltd (MLL) said. MLL said the

MUMBAI, Nov 24: The rupee rebounded sharply by 46 paise to settle at 89.20 (provisional) against the greenback on Monday, due to US dollar selling by banks and importers amid a dip in global crude oil prices. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened strong at 89.46 and moved in the range of 89.05 and 89.50 during the day. It eventually settled at 89.20 (provisional), up 46 paise from its previous close. The rupee had plunged 98 paise [] The post Rupee jumps 46 paise to close at 89.20

NEW DELHI, Nov 24:Artificial Intelligence is not a hype but a business-transforming reality, Shiprocket co-founder and CEO Saahil Goel has said, adding that any skepticism over AI ignores the technologys long-term value and how it has the potential to change every industry. It is net positive, because it is putting more time back in our hands. So how can it be badthink of it this way. And technology has always done that, Goel told PTI in an interview. It [] The post Puts more time in our hands,

NEW DELHI, Nov 24: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Monday said Justice Surya Kants elevation to the post of Chief Justice of India comes at a critical juncture for the justice system, and expressed confidence that under his leadership, constitutional values, and public trust in the rule of law will be further reinforced. Justice Kant, who has been part of several landmark verdicts, including on abrogation of Article 370 removing Jammu and Kashmirs special status, took oath as the [] Th

NEW DELHI, Nov 24: Mobile subscribers may be held liable if a SIM card procured in their name is found to have been misused for cyber fraud or other illegal activities, an official statement said on Monday. The Department of Telecom (DoT) in the statement advised citizens to be cautious and avoid using mobile devices with tampered IMEI numbers?. It also warned against buying or using procured or assembled devices like modems, modules, SIM boxes which have configurable or [] The post Mobile user

NEW DELHI, Nov 24: The Supreme Court on Monday sought responses from the Centre and others on a plea which challenged the validity of a provision of the Income Tax Act that allows political parties to receive anonymous cash donations below Rs 2,000. The plea said this lack of transparency undermines the purity of the election process as it deprives voters of the crucial knowledge about the source of political funding, including the donors and their motives, preventing them [] The post SC Issues

NEW DELHI, Nov 24: Toyota Kirloskar Motor has unveiled a first-of-its-kind lifestyle and cultural hub to bring together Indian philosophy of mindful living and Japanese culture along with advanced technology under one roof. Based in Bengaluru, tem (toyota experiential museum), reflects the belief that mobility and innovation transcend vehicles. At Toyota, our vision of creating Happier Paths Together goes beyond mobility it is about inspiring experiences that connect people, cultures, and emot

KARACHI, Nov 24: Prices of fruits and vegetables have skyrocketed while prices of poultry witnessed a steep fall in Pakistans Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces following the suspension of trade with Afghanistan. The volatility in essential commodity prices is directly the result of demand and supply in the border region, said Abdul Basit, who heads the Poultry Wholesalers Association on Sunday. The daily trade with Afghanistan involved export and import of essential perishable items like

NEW DELHI, Nov 24: Kwality Walls (India) on Monday announced several appointments to its board of directors ahead of its demerger from Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL). The company has announced seven appointments, including one non-executive director, two executive directors and four independent directors. The newly formed board brings together seasoned corporate leaders with extensive experience across consumer goods, finance, governance, regulatory affairs, risk management and strategic mergers

New Delhi, Nov 24: The Delhi High Court on Monday sought responses from the Centre, CBI and ED on a plea by alleged middleman Christian Michel James, an accused in the Rs 3,600-crore AgustaWestland VVIP chopper scam case, challenging a provision of the India-UAE extradition treaty. A bench of Justices Vivek Chaudhary and Manoj Jain asked the home ministry, external affairs ministry, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to file their objections regarding