Dinesh Manhotra

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Vishal

Jammu Youth Stops Own Funeral After Family Mistakenly Declares Him Dead

In a bizarre case of mistaken identity, a 22-year-old youth from Jammu's Sohanjana village stunned his family by calling home just as they were preparing his last rites after wrongly identifying another man's body as his. The extraordinary incident has raised serious questions over the identification process, while the identity of the actual deceased remains unknown. Jul 16, 2026
Bharirav Yatra

More Than a Festival: Why Rajouri's Bhairav Yatra in J&K Has Earned National Heritage Status?

In a significant cultural milestone for Jammu and Kashmir, Rajouri's historic Bhairav Yatra has been included in the National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) of India. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha hailed the recognition as a proud moment for the Union Territory, saying it would help preserve and promote the region's rich spiritual and cultural legacy. The centuries-old tradition, known for its deep religious significance and message of communal harmony, is only the second cultural heritage from Jammu and Kashmir to receive this national recognition. Jul 15, 2026
Ladakh

Political Twist in Kargil: NC, BJP Join Hands to Defeat Congress Bid to Oust Akhoon

In a significant political development in Ladakh, the National Conference and the BJP joined forces in the Kargil Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) to help Chairman Dr Mohammad Jaffer Akhoon retain his position, defeating the Congress's bid to unseat him through a no-confidence motion. The passage of the council's budget with the support of 20 councillors highlighted an unlikely political convergence between the two rivals, even as they remain bitter opponents in neighbouring Jammu and Kashmir. Jul 15, 2026
Mustafa Kamal

National Conference's Stalwart, Farooq's brother, Omar's Uncle Sheikh Mustafa Kamal, Passes Away

Senior National Conference leader and former Jammu and Kashmir Cabinet Minister Sheikh Mustafa Kamal passed away on Tuesday after a prolonged illness. A veteran politician and the younger brother of Dr Farooq Abdullah, Kamal played a key role in the party for decades. Political leaders across party lines condoled his demise, describing it as an irreparable loss to Jammu and Kashmir. Jul 15, 2026
Amarnath cave

Amarnath Yatra Creates History, Crosses 3 Lakh Pilgrims in Record 12 Days

The annual Shri Amarnath Yatra has created history by crossing the three-lakh pilgrim mark in just 12 days for the first time since the pilgrimage began. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha hailed the achievement as a historic milestone, praising officials, security forces, the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board, service providers, and volunteers for ensuring a safe, smooth, and memorable pilgrimage despite challenging weather conditions. Jul 14, 2026
Woman arrested with pistol at J&K's Mata Vaishno Devi temple

"Fake" Silver Offerings Row: Jammu Court Summons Crime Branch Officer in Rs 550-Crore Mata Vaishno Devi Case

The Chief Judicial Magistrate's Court in Jammu has directed the Crime Branch Inquiry Officer to appear personally with the relevant records in the alleged Rs 550-crore fake silver offerings case involving the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine. The order came after the complainant challenged the Crime Branch's status report, alleging that no meaningful action had been taken on his complaint seeking an FIR and investigation into the alleged adulteration and possible misappropriation of devotees' silver offerings. Jul 14, 2026
Faroq-Omar

BJP Serves Rs 100-Crore Defamation Notice on Omar Over 'MLA Poaching' Charge

The BJP has served a legal notice on Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, demanding an unconditional apology and withdrawal of his allegations that the party attempted to lure NC MLAs with offers of Rs 30 crore and ministerial berths. The party has warned of a Rs 100-crore defamation suit and criminal proceedings if he fails to respond within seven days. Jul 13, 2026
Faroq-Omar

Political Storm in J&K as Omar Alleges BJP Offered Rs 30 Crore to Poach NC MLAs; BJP Denies Charge

A political row has erupted in Jammu and Kashmir after Chief Minister Omar Abdullah alleged that the BJP was attempting to topple the National Conference-led government by offering Rs 30 crore to some NC legislators. The BJP dismissed the charge as "baseless" and demanded proof or an apology, while Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary backed Omar Abdullah's claims and NC MLA Abdul Majeed Larmi alleged that he had been approached to quit the party. Jul 12, 2026
Five youths drown in Godavari river in Andhra Pradesh

Tragic: Three Migrant Children Drown While Bathing in Pond in Jammu's Akhnoor

Three migrant children from Rajasthan drowned in a pond in Jammu's Akhnoor area, while a pony porter was killed after a boulder struck his tent along the Shri Amarnath Yatra route at Chandanwari. Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning of widespread rain, thunderstorms, flash floods, landslides, and shooting stones across Jammu and Kashmir, urging residents, pilgrims, and tourists to remain cautious. Jul 12, 2026
book

J&K Counter-Intelligence Arrests Three Publishers in Controversial Textbook Case; Hunt On for Missing Co-Author

The counter-intelligence wing of the Jammu and Kashmir Police has arrested three publishers in connection with the controversial textbook case involving alleged glorification of terrorists and separatist leaders in government school libraries. While investigations continue, authorities are intensifying efforts to trace co-author Hilal Ahmed, whose identity itself has come under scrutiny, with officials probing whether he is a real person or a fictitious name. Jul 12, 2026
HM commander

Interpol Issues Red Corner Notice Against Hizbul Commander Behind 2013 Sopore Police Ambush

The State Investigation Agency (SIA) Kashmir has secured an Interpol Red Corner Notice against designated Hizbul Mujahideen commander Imtiyaz Ahmad Kandoo, the alleged mastermind of the 2013 Hygam terror attack in Sopore that claimed the lives of four Jammu and Kashmir Police personnel. Believed to be hiding in Pakistan, Kandoo is also wanted in multiple terror-related cases involving targeted killings, arms trafficking, and narco-terror financing. Jul 12, 2026
Faroq-Omar

Omar Alleges BJP Offered NC MLA Rs 30 Crore, Ministerial Berth to Topple J&K Government

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has alleged that the BJP attempted to destabilise the National Conference-led government by offering one of its MLAs from Jammu up to Rs 30 crore, a ministerial berth, and a promise of statehood. Speaking ahead of the July 20 Jantar Mantar protest for statehood restoration, Omar accused the BJP of trying to gain power through defections after being rejected by voters. Jul 11, 2026
Geelani, Yasin Malik, Farooq

NIA Chargesheets Six Hurriyat Leaders in 1996 Srinagar Funeral Violence Case

The NIA has filed a chargesheet against six senior Hurriyat Conference leaders in connection with the 1996 funeral procession violence in Srinagar, alleging criminal conspiracy, rioting, and attacks on police personnel. The agency claims the violence was part of a pre-planned attempt to promote separatist ideology and has said further investigation into the case is underway. Jul 11, 2026
Pilgrims on wheels

Faith on Wheels: Two Youth Skate to Amarnath Shrine, Inspiring Pilgrims Across India

In a remarkable display of faith and determination, two young devotees from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar are undertaking the Shri Amarnath Yatra on roller skates, turning their pilgrimage into a powerful symbol of devotion and perseverance. Their extraordinary journey has become one of the most inspiring stories of this year's Yatra. Jul 10, 2026
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