Dinesh Manhotra

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No Rift, Only Statehood: NC's Dachigam Meet Ends Speculation, Sets Course for Delhi Protest

After a seven-hour marathon meeting at Dachigam National Park, National Conference MLAs and MPs resolve to intensify the campaign for statehood and constitutional guarantees, while projecting a united front under Omar Abdullah.

Jun 4, 2026

No Choppers, Tight Security: Amarnath Yatra Routes Declared No-Fly Zone Again

The Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board (SASB) has announced that all pilgrimage routes to the Holy Cave Shrine, including the Pahalgam and Baltal axes, will remain under No-Fly Zone restrictions during the 2026 Amarnath Yatra. As a result, helicopter services for pilgrims have been suspended for the second consecutive year.

Jun 4, 2026

Ladakh Farmers to Benefit as India's First Eco-Friendly Rock Check Dam on River Indus Becomes Operational

Constructed under the 'Sindhu Jal Samriddhi Abhiyan', the innovative dam aims to boost irrigation, strengthen water security, and support sustainable agriculture in Ladakh's remote high-altitude villages.

Jun 3, 2026

Opposition Mocks Omar Abdullah's Dachigam Retreat as 'Picnic', CM Defends Off-Site Review

A day-long off-site review and strategy meeting of NC legislators, ministers, and MPs at Dachigam National Park triggered sharp criticism from opposition parties in J&K. BJP leader Sunil Sharma described the gathering as a "picnic" and an "eyewash", while People's Conference chief Sajad Gani Lone mocked the choice of venue, calling it symbolic of an "isolated" government.

Jun 3, 2026

Mehbooba's Unity Push Hits Snag as Omar Publicly Rebuts Her Claim on Appointment to Meet

An initiative by PDP president Mehbooba Mufti to unite political parties and civil society groups in Jammu and Kashmir for a joint outreach to Centre encountered obstacle after CM Omar Abdullah publicly challenged her claim on securing an appointment with him.

Jun 3, 2026

'If Ladakh Can Do It, So Can We': Mehbooba Pushes for All-Party Consensus in J&K

Former J&K Chief Minister and PDP president Mehbooba Mufti has appealed to political parties and civil society groups across the Union Territory to unite and jointly engage with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah on issues concerning J&K.

Jun 2, 2026

JeM commander among two terrorists killed in Kishtwar encounter

J&K Witnesses First Terror-Fatality-Free May in Over Three Decades

For the first time since the outbreak of Pakistan-sponsored terrorism in 1990, Jammu and Kashmir recorded zero terror-related fatalities during the month of May. Data from the SATP of SAIR shows that not a single civilian, security personnel, or terrorist was killed in any terror-related incident throughout the month.

Jun 2, 2026

Love Across LoC: PoJK Youth Held in Kashmir's Uri After Crossing Border to Meet Girlfriend

A 22-year-old youth from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) was apprehended by the Army after he crossed the Line of Control (LoC) into Uri sector of north Kashmir to meet a woman he befriended on social media.

Jun 1, 2026

Omar Calls Meeting of NC MLAs, Independents Amid Growing Dissent, Congress Left Out

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has convened a meeting of NC legislators and five Independent MLAs supporting the ruling alliance on June 3 at his Gupkar residence. The meeting comes amid growing concerns over governance and reported dissatisfaction among some ruling party legislators regarding the functioning of certain ministers.

Jun 1, 2026

No Drug-Free Certificate, No Salary: J&K's Kishtwar Cracks Down on Drug Abuse Among Govt Staff

In a major step to strengthen the anti-drug campaign in Jammu and Kashmir, the Kishtwar administration has made it mandatory for government employees to submit self-declaration certificates affirming they are not drug addicts, with salary disbursement linked to compliance.

May 31, 2026

Nearly 500 Kashmiri Youth Join Indian Army as Agniveers to Serve Motherland

Nearly 500 youth from the Kashmir Valley were among 540 Agniveers who successfully passed out from the Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry Regimental Centre, Srinagar, during an impressive Attestation and Passing Out Parade.

May 31, 2026

Encounter breaks out between security forces and terrorists in J&K's Kishtwar

Massive Search Operation Launched in J&K's Poonch as 'Op Sheruwali' Enters Eighth Day in Rajouri

Security forces intensified anti-terror operations in J&K on Saturday as 'Operation Sheruwali' entered its eighth consecutive day in Rajouri district, where two to three Pakistani terrorists are believed to be hiding in the dense forests of the Manjakote area.

May 30, 2026

Man honey-trapped, robbed of Rs 10,000; home guard among 5 booked

Honey-Trapped by Suspected Pakistani Agent, Jammu Youth Held for Sharing Sensitive Military Information

A 24-year-old unemployed youth from Jammu's Satwari area was arrested for allegedly sharing sensitive information about security forces and military installations with a woman suspected to be linked to Pakistan's intelligence network.

May 30, 2026

Ladakh LG cautions Sonam Wangchuk over 'misleading aarratives'; Activist admits Manipur comparison was an error

Days after Ladakhi groups and the Union Ministry of Home Affairs reached an in-principle agreement on restoring democratic governance in Ladakh, Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena met climate activist Sonam Wangchuk and urged him to refrain from promoting misleading and provocative narratives.

May 27, 2026

Budgam girl murder, rape case solved in 36 hours, accused arrested; CM Omar meets victim's family

Budgam Police on Tuesday claimed to have solved the sensational murder case of a 12-year-old girl from Galwanpora village within 36 hours of the crime, arresting a local resident allegedly involved in the offence. The breakthrough came after a scientific and evidence-based investigation conducted by a Special Investigation Team.

May 27, 2026

300 tourists stranded mid-air after technical snag hits Gulmarg gondola; rescue operation underway

Nearly 300 tourists were stranded mid-air after a technical fault halted the Gulmarg Gondola service in north Kashmir. The Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, SDRF, and civil administration launched a large-scale rescue operation, while Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah closely monitored evacuation efforts.

May 26, 2026

'Hang the beast': Kashmir erupts in anger over rape and murder of 12-year-old in Budgam

A 12-year-old girl from Galwanpora village in Budgam, central Kashmir, was found raped and murdered near her home on Sunday morning, triggering widespread public outrage across J&K.

May 25, 2026

'Nasha Mukt Abhiyaan' records major success in J&K with massive public participation and anti-drug action

Over one crore citizens participate in awareness programmes; 850 NDPS cases registered, 942 arrests made, and thousands receive counselling, treatment, and rehabilitation support under the comprehensive anti-drug campaign.

May 24, 2026

BJP's 'Missing CM' Campaign Triggers Political Storm in Jammu and Kashmir

A political controversy has erupted in Jammu and Kashmir after the BJP launched a social media campaign alleging that Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has been "missing" for the past ten days amid growing public concerns over power cuts and water shortages. The opposition party shared "missing" posters and threatened to lodge a missing report with police.

May 23, 2026

Breakthrough in Ladakh: Centre, Agitating Groups Reach Consensus on Democratic Governance

The proposed framework envisages a Union Territory with a legislature, executive and financial powers for elected representatives, and constitutional protections on the lines of Article 371 provisions applicable in Nagaland, Sikkim and Mizoram.

May 23, 2026

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Articles by Dinesh Manhotra

No Rift, Only Statehood: NC's Dachigam Meet Ends Speculation, Sets Course for Delhi Protest

No Choppers, Tight Security: Amarnath Yatra Routes Declared No-Fly Zone Again

Ladakh Farmers to Benefit as India's First Eco-Friendly Rock Check Dam on River Indus Becomes Operational

Opposition Mocks Omar Abdullah's Dachigam Retreat as 'Picnic', CM Defends Off-Site Review

Mehbooba's Unity Push Hits Snag as Omar Publicly Rebuts Her Claim on Appointment to Meet

'If Ladakh Can Do It, So Can We': Mehbooba Pushes for All-Party Consensus in J&K

J&K Witnesses First Terror-Fatality-Free May in Over Three Decades

Love Across LoC: PoJK Youth Held in Kashmir's Uri After Crossing Border to Meet Girlfriend

Omar Calls Meeting of NC MLAs, Independents Amid Growing Dissent, Congress Left Out

No Drug-Free Certificate, No Salary: J&K's Kishtwar Cracks Down on Drug Abuse Among Govt Staff

Nearly 500 Kashmiri Youth Join Indian Army as Agniveers to Serve Motherland

Massive Search Operation Launched in J&K's Poonch as 'Op Sheruwali' Enters Eighth Day in Rajouri

Honey-Trapped by Suspected Pakistani Agent, Jammu Youth Held for Sharing Sensitive Military Information

Ladakh LG cautions Sonam Wangchuk over 'misleading aarratives'; Activist admits Manipur comparison was an error

Budgam girl murder, rape case solved in 36 hours, accused arrested; CM Omar meets victim's family

300 tourists stranded mid-air after technical snag hits Gulmarg gondola; rescue operation underway

'Hang the beast': Kashmir erupts in anger over rape and murder of 12-year-old in Budgam

'Nasha Mukt Abhiyaan' records major success in J&K with massive public participation and anti-drug action

BJP's 'Missing CM' Campaign Triggers Political Storm in Jammu and Kashmir

Breakthrough in Ladakh: Centre, Agitating Groups Reach Consensus on Democratic Governance

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

Ranbir Kapoor's fans burst crackers inside theatres during Animal screening; fans say 'low budget Salman Khan' fans'