Dinesh Manhotra

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NE tea planters' body urge Centre, Assam govt to allow oil palm trees planting in tea gardens

J&K's first tea plantation drive launched in Kathua's Billawar; 20,000 saplings to be planted in pilot initiative

In a landmark initiative, the Agriculture Department Kathua, has launched Jammu and Kashmir's first-ever tea plantation drive in the hilly region of Billawar. The drive involves planting over 20,000 tea saplings sourced from Palampur.

Jul 24, 2025

Azad confident PM Modi, Amit Shah will restore statehood in J&K; dimisses VP aspirations

During his visit to Reasi, former Chief Minister and DPAP chairman Ghulam Nabi Azad expressed confidence that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah would fulfill their commitment to restore statehood to Jammu and Kashmir.

Jul 24, 2025

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Ladakh, India's solar capital, fails to generate single unit of solar energy in last five years

Despite being dubbed the "solar capital" of India and having an estimated solar power potential of 13 GW, Ladakh has failed to generate even a single unit of solar energy over the past five years.

Jul 24, 2025

Congress vows to intensify campaign for J&K statehood restoration; cites SC directive, PM Modi's promise

A day after staging a protest in New Delhi, the Congress party announced it will escalate its campaign for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir—an issue mandated by the Supreme Court and repeatedly promised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Jul 23, 2025

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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

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Articles by Dinesh Manhotra

J&K's first tea plantation drive launched in Kathua's Billawar; 20,000 saplings to be planted in pilot initiative

Azad confident PM Modi, Amit Shah will restore statehood in J&K; dimisses VP aspirations

Ladakh, India's solar capital, fails to generate single unit of solar energy in last five years

Congress vows to intensify campaign for J&K statehood restoration; cites SC directive, PM Modi's promise

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

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh

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