Dinesh Manhotra

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J&K intensifies crackdown on influential mining mafia; focuses on identified hotspots of illegal extractions

Amid rising political debate over the unchecked exploitation of natural resources, the J&K administration has identified Kupwara in Kashmir and Samba in the Jammu division as key centres of illegal mineral extraction.

9 days ago

Darbar move restored after four years: NC eyes expansion in Jammu

After four years, the J&K government has revived the centuries-old Darbar Move tradition, with CM Omar Abdullah leading the ceremonial reopening in Jammu. The NC, buoyed by the overwhelming public response, is now focusing on consolidating its political base in Jammu province—traditionally a stronghold of the BJP and Congress.

10 days ago

JKCA distances itself from collapsed Srinagar Cricket League; FIR filed over financial irregularities

A day after chaos and controversy forced the cancellation of the Indian Heaven Premier League (IHPL) in Srinagar, JKCA categorically denied any involvement with the privately organized event. The Association clarified that the league was not recognised by either the BCCI or the JKCA.

11 days ago

High-stakes 'Aga vs Aga vs Aga' battle in Budgam puts NC's stronghold to test

The Budgam Assembly byelection has turned into a prestige battle for the ruling NC, which is fighting to retain one of its oldest strongholds in central Kashmir. The contest has evolved into a rare "Aga vs Aga vs Aga" showdown among three influential members of the Shia Aga family — NC's Aga Syed Mehmood Al-Mousvi, PDP's Aga Syed Muntazir Mehdi, and BJP's Aga Syed Mohsin Mousvi.

11 days ago

J&K LG vows relentless crackdown on terror-friendly employees despite political opposition

Amid a political storm over the termination of two government employees for alleged links with terror groups, LG Manoj Sinha reaffirmed his government's resolve to continue dismantling the terror ecosystem from within the administration. Major political parties—including the NC, Congress, and PDP—have condemned the move, calling it unjust and unconstitutional.

12 days ago

Uncertainty looms over LAHDC-Leh polls as administration hands council powers to DC

The Ladakh administration has transferred all powers of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Leh, to Deputy Commissioner Romil Singh Donk after the five-year term of the elected body expired on Friday. The move has triggered uncertainty over the conduct of fresh elections.

13 days ago

J&K Govt axes six more 'terror friendly' employees

Classrooms to Terror Cells: Infiltration of Terrorists in Education Department Rings Alarm Bells

The termination of two more teachers for alleged involvement in terror activities has once again exposed the alarming infiltration of anti-national elements into J&K's Education Department.

13 days ago

Stop Hiding Behind Statehood: J&K LG Sinha Slams Omar; CM Hits Back Over Security Failures

UT Day celebrations turn political battlefield as LG blames Omar government for "fooling people," while the CM accuses the administration of neglecting J&K's safety.

14 days ago

Rescue Teams Step Up Operations in Rain-Battered Kishtwar

J&K to officially declare 31 missing cloudburst victims dead amid exhaustive search ops

The J&K administration has begun the legal process to officially declare 31 persons missing since the September 14 Chashoti cloudburst in Kishtwar as dead. SDM Paddar, Dr. Amit Kumar, issued a 30-day public notice inviting objections before the final declaration.

14 days ago

Political row in J&K over LG's dismissal of two teachers for terror links

Politics flared up in J&K after LG Manoj Sinha dismissed two government teachers for alleged links with the banned Lashkar-e-Toiba outfit. The decision, taken under Article 311 of the Constitution, allowing termination without a formal inquiry, drew sharp criticism from political leaders across party lines.

14 days ago

LG Manoj Sinha sacks two more govt employees for terror links; 80 dismissed since 2021

In a continued drive to dismantle the terror ecosystem in J&K LG dismissed two more government employees under Article 311 of the Constitution. Both were teachers in the School Education Department, accused of promoting terrorism and secessionism among students while working for the banned LeT outfit.

15 days ago

Congress yet to join NC's campaign in Nagrota bypoll in J&K; decision expected soon

As the campaign for the Nagrota Assembly by-election gathers pace, Congress finds itself grappling with internal unrest and growing dissatisfaction among its cadre.

16 days ago

Judicial probe into Leh violence gains momentum: MHA inducts Ladakhi officer, panel to invite public evidence

The judicial panel probing the September 24 Leh violence is set to issue a formal notification inviting people from across Ladakh to submit evidence and information about the incident. The inquiry committee will allow 30 days for public submissions before examining the material in Leh from December 10.

16 days ago

NC MP Aga Ruhullah's supporters protest against Omar Abdullah over 'disrespectful' remarks

The simmering infighting within the ruling National Conference (NC) escalated when supporters of Srinagar MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi staged a protest in Bandipora against Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for his "disrespectful" remarks.

16 days ago

Eight Locations in Kashmir Valley Searched by Counter Intelligence

Counter-intelligence Kashmir unmasks Pakistan's cyber trap: Two Kashmiri teens saved from terror web

In a major cyber operation, the Counter-Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) has foiled a Pakistan-backed online radicalization bid and prevented two Kashmiri teenagers from being recruited into terrorism through social media accounts.

17 days ago

Drone-dropped heroin worth Rs 35 crore seized near Jammu border

In a major anti-narcotics success, Jammu Police and the 120 Battalion of the BSF recovered two packets of heroin weighing around 5 kg, suspected to have been dropped by a drone from across the border in the R.S. Pura sector of Jammu.

18 days ago

NC leader Ruhullah attacks own leadership ahead of Budgam bypolls; Omar plays it cool

Amid the heated campaign for the Budgam bypolls, internal discord in the ruling National Conference has come into the open as senior leader and Srinagar MP Aga Syed Ruhullah launched a sharp attack on Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, accusing him of failing the people of Jammu and Kashmir.

18 days ago

Judicial probe in Leh violence to complete initial exercise in three days; public testimonies next

The judicial probe into the September 24 clashes in Leh town, which claimed four lives and left nearly 90 injured, has formally begun. According to Qureshi Tariq Mehmood, Consultant in the Law and Justice Department, the panel will carry out its preliminary exercise between October 25 and 28.

19 days ago

Lakhs fall for drug addiction in J&K; 'Nasha Mukt Abhiyan' in full swing

Over 3.5 lakh people engaged in awareness drives as the government shifts focus from punishment to prevention and rehabilitation.

19 days ago

Judicial Inquiry Begins into September 24 Leh Violence; Aggrieved Persons Invited to Testify

After the September 24 clashes that left four dead and nearly 90 injured in Leh, a judicial inquiry has commenced at the Alternate Dispute Redressal Centre, Melongthang, on Saturday.

20 days ago

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Articles by Dinesh Manhotra

J&K intensifies crackdown on influential mining mafia; focuses on identified hotspots of illegal extractions

Darbar move restored after four years: NC eyes expansion in Jammu

JKCA distances itself from collapsed Srinagar Cricket League; FIR filed over financial irregularities

High-stakes 'Aga vs Aga vs Aga' battle in Budgam puts NC's stronghold to test

J&K LG vows relentless crackdown on terror-friendly employees despite political opposition

Uncertainty looms over LAHDC-Leh polls as administration hands council powers to DC

Classrooms to Terror Cells: Infiltration of Terrorists in Education Department Rings Alarm Bells

Stop Hiding Behind Statehood: J&K LG Sinha Slams Omar; CM Hits Back Over Security Failures

J&K to officially declare 31 missing cloudburst victims dead amid exhaustive search ops

Political row in J&K over LG's dismissal of two teachers for terror links

LG Manoj Sinha sacks two more govt employees for terror links; 80 dismissed since 2021

Congress yet to join NC's campaign in Nagrota bypoll in J&K; decision expected soon

Judicial probe into Leh violence gains momentum: MHA inducts Ladakhi officer, panel to invite public evidence

NC MP Aga Ruhullah's supporters protest against Omar Abdullah over 'disrespectful' remarks

Counter-intelligence Kashmir unmasks Pakistan's cyber trap: Two Kashmiri teens saved from terror web

Drone-dropped heroin worth Rs 35 crore seized near Jammu border

NC leader Ruhullah attacks own leadership ahead of Budgam bypolls; Omar plays it cool

Judicial probe in Leh violence to complete initial exercise in three days; public testimonies next

Lakhs fall for drug addiction in J&K; 'Nasha Mukt Abhiyan' in full swing

Judicial Inquiry Begins into September 24 Leh Violence; Aggrieved Persons Invited to Testify

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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