Dinesh Manhotra

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Congress leaders

J&K Congress Says No to Cabinet Berth, Puts Statehood Before Power

Congress has once again refused to join Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's government in Jammu and Kashmir, maintaining that it will not accept any cabinet berth until statehood and the constitutional rights of the people are restored. JKPCC chief Tariq Hamid Karra said the party would continue supporting the National Conference government against any attempt by the BJP to destabilise it. 1 day ago
Crime Branch

Rs 2-Crore Investment Fraud: J&K Crime Branch Nabs Accused from Bengaluru

The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the J&K Police Crime Branch has arrested Junaid-ul-Islam from Bengaluru in connection with an alleged Rs 2-crore investment fraud case. The accused allegedly collected money from several people in Kashmir by promising monthly returns of 10 per cent while claiming an association with an e-commerce company. 2 days ago
Minor raped in grocery shop in Bengal's Suri, locals protest

Kishtwar Tribal Girl's Death: Demand Grows for Action Against Those Who Tried to Hush Up Heinous Crime

A six-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been constituted to probe the alleged sexual assault, illegal termination of pregnancy and death of a 12-year-old tribal girl and her stillborn child in Kishtwar's Chatroo. Meanwhile, the Tribal Gujjar Bakarwal Welfare Foundation has demanded protection for the victim's family and strict action against those allegedly attempting to hush up the case. 6 days ago
Power Tariff

'Tariff Shock' Hits J&K: 6.83% Power Hike Triggers Political Storm Over 200 Units Free Power Promise

The JERC's decision to raise electricity tariffs in Jammu and Kashmir by an average 6.83 per cent from September 1 has triggered a political storm, with opposition parties accusing the National Conference government of betraying its promise of 200 units of free electricity. BJP, Apni Party, Peoples Conference and PDP leaders have criticised the hike, while trade bodies have warned that it could add to the financial burden on consumers and further strain the region's economy. 6 days ago
National Investigation Agency (NIA)

NIA Raids 5 Locations in Kupwara, Anantnag Over Suspected OGW and Drug-Terror Nexus

The NIA on Saturday conducted simultaneous searches at five locations in Kupwara and Anantnag districts of J&K as part of an ongoing probe into a suspected Over Ground Worker (OGW) network and possible links between drug trafficking and terror financing. The searches led to the seizure of electronic devices, including a mobile phone, as investigators examined suspected links to the wider terror-support network. 7 days ago
Pulwama terror attack

2019 Pulwama Attack Case: Special NIA Court Rejects Bail Plea of Accused Insha Jan

The Special NIA Court in Jammu has rejected the bail plea of Insha Jan, an accused in the 2019 Pulwama terror attack case, observing that the charges against her appeared prima facie true. The court also cited the bar on bail under Section 43-D(5) of the UAPA and expressed concern over the possibility of influencing key witnesses. 7 days ago
protest

A Death in J&K Shames Us All: Kishtwar Minor's Life Stolen by Trusted Teacher

A 12-year-old tribal schoolgirl in Kishtwar's Chatroo area died while being rushed for treatment after her pregnancy was discovered — allegedly the result of repeated sexual assault by her school's headmaster. He and his brother have been arrested as protests and a complete shutdown grip the area, with residents demanding justice. 8 days ago
BJP office

Ladakh Withdraws 24 FIRs Linked to September 24 Leh Violence After Chhewang-Gyalson Meet with LG

The Ladakh administration has announced the withdrawal of 24 FIRs registered in connection with the September 24, 2025, violence in Leh, days after veteran Ladakhi leaders Thupstan Chhewang and Tashi Gyalson met Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena and sought the withdrawal of cases against youth. Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra said cases with no major evidence would be withdrawn, while the remaining cases would be reviewed by the police. 8 days ago
Cricket stadium

Ladakh Plans World's Highest Cricket Stadium at 11,800 Feet Near Leh

Ladakh is planning to build the world's highest-altitude cricket stadium at Ranbirpur near Thiksey in Leh at an elevation of around 11,800 feet. The proposed Rs 100-crore project is expected to boost sports tourism, provide better facilities for local athletes and take cricket to a record altitude, surpassing Dharamshala's HPCA Stadium. 10 days ago
Omar Abdullah

As US Envoy Visits Kashmir, Omar Abdullah Says 'Washington is Not Going to Solve Our Problems'

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said issues concerning the Union Territory must be resolved by New Delhi and not Washington during his meeting with US Ambassador Sergio Gor. Meanwhile, former CM Mehbooba Mufti urged Gor to review and withdraw the US travel advisory for Kashmir, saying it was hurting tourism and the livelihoods of thousands of families. 10 days ago
MHA blames climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, others for provoking youth to violence in Leh

Leh Violence: Ladakhi Leaders Seek Withdrawal of Cases, Compensation for Victims

Veteran Ladakhi leaders Thupstan Chhewang and Tashi Gyalson met Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena and urged the administration to withdraw cases against youth linked to the September 24, 2025, Leh violence. They also sought financial assistance for affected families, early submission of the inquiry report and an early meeting with the Centre on the broader Ladakh issue. 11 days ago
Mumbai Police arrest 25 Bangladeshi nationals, deportation process underway

Rohingya Presence in Jammu Seven Times Higher Than Kashmir Valley, Security Concerns Flagged

Government data presented before the High-Level Committee on Demographic Change shows that 6,737 Rohingyas have been identified across Jammu division, compared with 919 in the Kashmir Valley. Officials have flagged security concerns over settlements near the international border and allegations involving organised crime, drug trafficking and human trafficking. 11 days ago
Flag

Kashmir's Shopian Sees Powerful Independence Day Gesture as LeT Terrorist's Parents Hoist Tricolour

In a striking Independence Day gesture, the parents of Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist Abid Ramzan Sheikh hoisted the Tricolour at their home in Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir. The photograph went viral on social media, drawing praise and highlighting a powerful message of patriotism. The gesture also brought back memories of 2021, when Muzaffar Wani, father of slain Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani, had hoisted the national flag. 12 days ago
Shahzad Bhatti

Major Multi-State Crackdown Dismantles ISI-Backed Shahzad Bhatti Terror Network Ahead of I-Day

Security agencies have launched a coordinated crackdown across 14 states, detaining 253 people and making major recoveries in a probe into the ISI-backed Shahzad Bhatti terror network. The operation, conducted ahead of Independence Day, uncovered IEDs, grenades bearing Pakistan Ordnance Factory markings, pistols, ammunition and CCTV cameras allegedly used for espionage. In J&K agencies are also keeping a close watch on local gangsters suspected of links with Bhatti. 12 days ago
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