Dinesh Manhotra

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CAG report

CAG report exposes PMKKKY gaps in J&K, highlights Rs 52 crore unused DMF funds

The CAG has highlighted serious lapses in the implementation of PMKKKY in J&K, citing weak planning, poor targeting, and lack of monitoring. The audit found that over ₹52 crore in District Mineral Foundation funds remains unutilised, while mining-affected communities continue to face pollution, poor infrastructure, and lack of basic services. 2 days ago
healthcare

J&K healthcare crisis: 11,700 vacancies, trauma centres non-functional

Jammu and Kashmir's healthcare system is under severe strain with over 11,700 vacant posts across hospitals. Critical trauma centres in Udhampur and Ramban remain largely non-functional due to acute staff shortages, raising serious concerns over emergency care and overall service delivery. 3 days ago
LG Manoj Sinha

Deputy Speaker Post Remains Vacant as J&K Budget Session Ends Without Decision

Even as the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly's budget session concluded, uncertainty persists over the appointment of a Deputy Speaker. The post has remained vacant for over 17 months due to a lack of consensus between the ruling National Conference and the opposition BJP, with the delay raising political and constitutional concerns. 5 days ago
J&K Police

Doctor, wife chargesheeted by CIK for spreading 'false narratives' online in Kashmir

The Counter-Intelligence Kashmir has filed a chargesheet against a doctor and his wife in an NIA court in Srinagar for allegedly spreading false and fabricated narratives on social media. The couple is accused of promoting separatist ideology, inciting disharmony, and attempting to disturb public order, with charges invoked under the BNS and the UA (Prevention) Act. 8 days ago
students

J&K: 3,192 schools have less than 10 or zero students, over 2,500 teachers posted

The J&K government has revealed that 3,192 schools across the Union Territory have fewer than 10 or no students, even as 2,518 teachers remain posted in these institutions. In the Assembly, Education Minister Sakina Itoo said the government is now moving to rationalise staff by shifting surplus teachers to understaffed schools, while also strengthening infrastructure and learning facilities. 11 days ago
Ladakh accident

Zojila avalanche: 7 dead, 5 injured after vehicle hit on Srinagar-Leh Highway

At least seven people were killed and five others injured after a passenger vehicle was struck by a massive avalanche at Zojila Pass on the Srinagar-Leh National Highway. Rescue teams launched a large-scale operation under challenging weather conditions, while authorities placed all agencies on high alert. 13 days ago
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J&K's first wind power project shelved despite 5,000+ MW potential; logistical hurdles cited

J&K's first proposed wind energy project at Reasi has been shelved due to logistical challenges, including transportation of turbine components and power offtake issues. Despite earlier plans to develop a pilot project at Bidda village and an estimated wind power potential exceeding 5,000 MW, no wind energy projects are currently planned or under implementation in the Union Territory. 14 days ago
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