Dinesh Manhotra

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Hydroponic ganja valued at Rs 23.5 crore seized at Chennai airport, 3 held

India wages war on drug trade; hydroponic ganja from Thailand, 4 crore smuggled cigarettes seized

From airborne drug smuggling routes to tobacco tax evasion, the government intensifies enforcement with tech-driven tracking and international cooperation. The Government of India has reported major enforcement actions against the growing menace of illicit trade in narcotics and tobacco.

Jul 23, 2025

Flash flood risk looms over J&K amid heavy rainfall; authorities shut schools, issue public alerts

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a flash flood warning for several districts across Jammu and Kashmir, including Jammu, Rajouri, Poonch, Ramban, and Anantnag, forecasting low to moderate risk over the next 24 hours. In response to heavy rainfall and rising river levels, authorities have ordered the closure of schools in Rajouri, Reasi, and Samba.

Jul 23, 2025

"Wheels of Valour" all-women bike expedition reaches Leh; pays tribute to Kargil martyrs, Operation Sindoor

The all-women motorbike expedition 'Wheels of Valour', also known as Shakti Yatra, led by social activist Preeti Choudhary, reached Leh on Tuesday as part of its tribute journey from Jammu to Kargil.

Jul 22, 2025

Dedicated portal for J&K terror victim families launched; how does it help?

Within days of handing over appointment letters to 40 terror victim families in Baramulla, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha launched a centralized web portal to streamline relief and support mechanisms for terrorism-affected families across Jammu and Kashmir.

Jul 22, 2025

J&K resident abducted by terrorists in Niger alongisde two Indians' death: rescue efforts underway

Following the abduction of Ranjit Singh, a worker from Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban district, during a terror attack in Niger's Dosso region, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh confirmed that the Indian Embassy in Niamey is actively pursuing his safe release.

Jul 21, 2025

J&K's government school enrolments drop amid national decline; 51,000+ students left in 2 years

The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has recorded a decline of over 51,000 students in government school enrollments over the past two academic years, reflecting a broader national pattern.

Jul 21, 2025

Pilgrim killed, 10 hurt as heavy rains trigger landslide on old Vaishno Devi track

A devastating landslide triggered by incessant rainfall struck the old track of the Vaishno Devi shrine in Reasi district on Monday morning, killing one pilgrim and injuring 10 others.

Jul 21, 2025

J&K LG Sinha Pledges to Destroy Terrorism's Entire Support Base at Pedal Through Paradise' Cycle Race in Srinagar

J&K LG Manoj Sinha on Sunday emphasized the need for collective action against terrorism, its ecosystem, and drug abuse while addressing the felicitation ceremony of the 'Pedal Through Paradise' Cycle Race-2025, organized by the J&K Police in Srinagar.

Jul 20, 2025

"Time to Move On": Separatist Leader Calls on Kashmiri Youth to Embrace India

In a significant departure from separatist rhetoric, Bilal Gani Lone, chairman of the Jammu and Kashmir Independent Movement and a key constituent of the Hurriyat Conference, declared that the separatist alliance has lost its relevance and public trust.

Jul 19, 2025

Congress Faces Backlash in Ladakh Over Omission of Statehood Demand in Letter to PM

A joint letter by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, demanding statehood for J&K and Sixth Schedule status for Ladakh, has triggered resentment in Ladakh. Sajad Kargili of the Kargil Democratic Alliance expressed disappointment over the omission of Ladakh's statehood demand, reminding Rahul Gandhi of his earlier promises made during his 2023 visit.

Jul 19, 2025

US Designates 'The Resistance Front' as a Global Terrorist Group After Pahalgam Attack

In a major development, the US State Department has designated The Resistance Front (TRF) as a Foreign Terrorist Organisation (FTO) and a Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT) group. The announcement follows the group's claim of responsibility for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians in Jammu and Kashmir.

Jul 19, 2025

Kavinder Gupta Sworn in as Ladakh LG, Faces Immediate Challenge of Ongoing Agitation

Kavinder Gupta was sworn in as the third Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh at a ceremony held at the LG Secretariat in Leh. Administered the oath by Chief Justice Arun Palli, Gupta takes over from Brigadier (Dr) B.D. Mishra (Retd).

Jul 19, 2025

J&K LG launches first-ever Sainik Sahayta Kendra for soldiers' civilian grievances

J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has approved the establishment of the Sainik Sahayta Kendra—a first-of-its-kind institutional platform aimed at addressing civilian grievances of serving personnel from the Indian Armed Forces and Central Armed Police Forces

Jul 18, 2025

Congress steps up J&K statehood campaign, says restoration impossible without its role

The Jammu and Kashmir Congress on Thursday declared to intensify the campaign for the restoration of full statehood for J&K. The Party asserts that the move is not possible without the party's intervention.

Jul 18, 2025

India's upgraded Akash missile nails targets in Himalayan skies with precision at 4,500m

In a major boost to India's air defence capabilities, the Indian Army successfully tested the upgraded Akash Prime missile system in Ladakh, destroying two high-speed unmanned aerial targets at high altitude.

Jul 17, 2025

J&K is no longer driven by fear but by hope, opportunity, and development: LG Manoj Sinha

In a wide-ranging interview marking his five-year tenure as the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha declared that the authority of the Indian state has been fully established in the Union Territory. He highlighted the transformation of the region from one marred by violence to one driven by aspirations, development, and peace.

Jul 17, 2025

"I've to deliver results, task is challenging," says Ladakh's new LG Kavinder Gupta

Newly appointed Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, on Wednesday described his role as both challenging and deeply significant, emphasizing that performance—not position—will define his tenure.

Jul 16, 2025

Narco-terrorism, not just smuggling of arms, drugs; it's proxy war unleashed by adversaries: J&K HC

In a significant order, the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court dismissed the bail plea of a juvenile accused of participating in a cross-border narco-terror module. Justice Rajesh Sekhri observed that narco-terrorism has evolved into a new front of proxy war, with adversaries across the border using narcotics as terror currency to destabilize India's social and economic fabric.

Jul 16, 2025

High time to restore J&K's statehood: Omar Abdullah thanks Kharge, Rahul for writing to PM

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has welcomed the joint letter by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging the Centre to restore full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir.

Jul 16, 2025

Omar Abdullah demands accountability in Pahalgam carnage after LG admits security lapse

The aftermath of the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed the lives of 26 unarmed civilians, continues to reverberate across India. J&K LG Manoj Sinha acknowledged that the massacre stemmed from a grave security lapse. CM Omar Abdullah responded with a strong call for accountability.

Jul 15, 2025

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Articles by Dinesh Manhotra

India wages war on drug trade; hydroponic ganja from Thailand, 4 crore smuggled cigarettes seized

Flash flood risk looms over J&K amid heavy rainfall; authorities shut schools, issue public alerts

"Wheels of Valour" all-women bike expedition reaches Leh; pays tribute to Kargil martyrs, Operation Sindoor

Dedicated portal for J&K terror victim families launched; how does it help?

J&K resident abducted by terrorists in Niger alongisde two Indians' death: rescue efforts underway

J&K's government school enrolments drop amid national decline; 51,000+ students left in 2 years

Pilgrim killed, 10 hurt as heavy rains trigger landslide on old Vaishno Devi track

J&K LG Sinha Pledges to Destroy Terrorism's Entire Support Base at Pedal Through Paradise' Cycle Race in Srinagar

"Time to Move On": Separatist Leader Calls on Kashmiri Youth to Embrace India

Congress Faces Backlash in Ladakh Over Omission of Statehood Demand in Letter to PM

US Designates 'The Resistance Front' as a Global Terrorist Group After Pahalgam Attack

Kavinder Gupta Sworn in as Ladakh LG, Faces Immediate Challenge of Ongoing Agitation

J&K LG launches first-ever Sainik Sahayta Kendra for soldiers' civilian grievances

Congress steps up J&K statehood campaign, says restoration impossible without its role

India's upgraded Akash missile nails targets in Himalayan skies with precision at 4,500m

J&K is no longer driven by fear but by hope, opportunity, and development: LG Manoj Sinha

"I've to deliver results, task is challenging," says Ladakh's new LG Kavinder Gupta

Narco-terrorism, not just smuggling of arms, drugs; it's proxy war unleashed by adversaries: J&K HC

High time to restore J&K's statehood: Omar Abdullah thanks Kharge, Rahul for writing to PM

Omar Abdullah demands accountability in Pahalgam carnage after LG admits security lapse

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