Dinesh Manhotra

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Amit Shah begins two-day Jammu visit; border security, development on agenda

Union Home Minister Amit Shah reached Jammu on Thursday evening for a two-day visit during which he will review border security, chair a J&K security review meeting, and assess development initiatives in the Union Territory.

7 days ago

Fake EWS, forged PWD certificates used to bag MBBS seats at SKIMS Srinagar; case registered

The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Crime Branch Kashmir has registered a criminal case against two individuals for allegedly using fake and forged EWS and PWD certificates to secure admission to the MBBS Course–2023 at SKIMS Soura.

9 days ago

Shivering at traffic lights: CWC orders rescue drive for begging children in Jammu

Moved by complaints highlighting the plight of children begging at traffic signals amid harsh winter conditions, the CWC, Jammu, has ordered immediate rescue and rehabilitation of minors found on city roads.

9 days ago

She died waiting for her son: Kishtwar mother's final plea to terrorist son goes unanswered

An 86-year-old woman from a remote village in Kishtwar died with an unfulfilled last wish—to see her son return home after abandoning militancy. Janna Begum had repeatedly pleaded with her son, Riyaz Ahmed, a Hizbul Mujahideen militant carrying a ₹10 lakh bounty, to give up violence.

12 days ago

Budget 2026-27: New income tax act 2025, reduced TCS rates, tax holiday for foreign cloud firms

Centre allocates ₹43,290 crore for J&K in Union Budget 2026–27

The Union Budget 2026–27 has proposed an allocation of ₹43,290.29 crore for J&K, nearly ₹2,000 crore more than the current year. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a national programme for high-value nut crops to strengthen the UT's orchard-based economy, along with plans for eco-friendly mountain trains and tourism infrastructure.

12 days ago

Fresh encounter breaks out between security forces and hiding terrorists in J&K's Kishtwar

Contact re-established with terrorists as Operation Trashi enters 13th day in J&K's Kishtwar

Security forces re-established contact with JeM terrorists in the Dolgam area of Kishtwar as Operation Trashi entered its 13th day. A tight cordon has been maintained despite harsh weather, with additional troop deployment, combing operations, and suspension of mobile internet services in select areas to prevent misuse by anti-national elements.

13 days ago

Cold wave persists in Kashmir after Chillai Kalan ends

Despite the end of Chillai Kalan, cold wave conditions continued across Kashmir with several areas recording sub-zero temperatures, while Ladakh remained under extreme cold. The Meteorological Department has forecast cloudy weather with light to moderate rain or snowfall in higher altitudes and warned of continued cold conditions due to feeble western disturbances.

13 days ago

Studies hit by Op Sindoor, floods; J&K govt cuts syllabus by 15% for Class 10th, 11th, 12th

The J&K government has announced a 15 per cent syllabus relaxation for Class 10, 11, and 12 students of the summer zone in Jammu division after prolonged school closures caused by Operation Sindoor and unprecedented floods in August 2025.

15 days ago

Illegal recruiters lured Indian youth with overseas job offers; advisories, awareness drives underway

The Ministry of External Affairs has acknowledged that illegal recruitment agents have been cheating Indian youth with fake overseas job offers and illegally sending some of them to serve in the Russian Army.

15 days ago

Wife arrested after 112 days in J&K's brutal Kathua murder case

Kathua Police in J&K have solved the blind murder of Bittu Ram, whose mutilated body was found in a nullah in Billawar in October last year, by arresting his wife, Simro Devi. During the investigation, police zeroed in on the victim's spouse, who allegedly confessed to killing her husband following frequent marital disputes arising out of an extramarital relationship.

15 days ago

Special train runs between Katra and Srinagar as flights, highway remain shut amid heavy snowfall

With flights cancelled and the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway closed due to heavy snowfall, Northern Railway operated special trains between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra and Srinagar on Tuesday, enabling more than 1,400 stranded passengers, including tourists, to travel safely despite harsh weather conditions.

16 days ago

Fresh snowfall disrupts normalcy in Kashmir; flights cancelled, highway closed, avalanche alert issued

Fresh snowfall across the Kashmir Valley on Tuesday brought road, rail and air traffic to a halt, forcing the closure of the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway, cancellation of all flights from Srinagar Airport and prompting avalanche warnings in several districts, while the government initiated action against engineers over snow clearance lapses.

17 days ago

Haryana emerges overall champion of Khelo India Winter Games 2026; Army retains ice-hockey gold

The Indian Army men's team retained their ice hockey gold medal at the Khelo India Winter Games 2026 in Leh, edging past a resilient Chandigarh side 3–2 in a thrilling final at the Nawang Dorjan Stobdan Stadium, as Haryana topped the overall medal standings in the Ladakh phase of the Winter Games.

17 days ago

J&K's Simran Bala creates history, leads CRPF men's contingent at Republic Day Parade

Twenty-six-year-old Simran Bala from the Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir created history by leading the CRPF men's contingent at the Republic Day parade in New Delhi. The first woman from her district to join the officer ranks of the CRPF, Bala's achievement has become a moment of pride for border communities and an inspiration for young girls.

17 days ago

Operation Sindoor not just military action, but India's strategic resolve: LG Sinha

Addressing the gathering after unfurling the National Flag in Jammu, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said Operation Sindoor marked a defining shift in India's security doctrine. He said India has conveyed globally that terror attacks will be met with firm and lawful retaliation, while honouring security forces and martyrs who safeguarded national sovereignty.

18 days ago

Man arrested for playing anti-national song on loudspeaker near temple in Palghar

Jammu meat seller arrested by Punjab Police for links with Pak-based terrorist Shahzad Bhatti

Punjab Police's State Special Operation Cell has arrested a Jammu-based meat seller, Raman Kumar, for his alleged links with Pakistan-based terrorist Shahzad Bhatti. Police say the accused was in contact with Bhatti through social media, helped fund terror activities and was involved in the Ambala police station blast case.

19 days ago

Constables to IPS officers, 52 J&K Police personnel honoured for bravery and service

Recognising acts of courage and dedicated service, 52 Jammu and Kashmir Police officers and personnel were conferred gallantry and service medals on Republic Day. The list features awardees from all ranks, highlighting contributions made in challenging law-and-order and security conditions.

19 days ago

Republic Day: Multi-tier security grid in place across Jammu and Kashmir

Ahead of Republic Day, authorities have enforced a multi-layered security arrangement across J&K, deploying additional police and paramilitary forces, drones, and CCTV surveillance. Border areas and sensitive locations are under heightened watch, while senior officers have reviewed preparedness to ensure smooth and secure celebrations across the UT.

19 days ago

Snowfall brings NH-44 to standstill, hundreds of vehicles stranded on Jammu-Srinagar highway

Heavy snowfall disrupted normal life across Jammu and Kashmir, forcing the closure of the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway and leaving hundreds of vehicles stranded. While flights have resumed at Srinagar Airport, restoration of power supply and road connectivity is underway on a war footing, with authorities urging caution in higher reaches.

20 days ago

Teen skaters Aarush Tiwari from Delhi, Hiya Adlakha from Haryana shine at Khelo India Winter Games in Leh

Fourteen-year-old figure skaters Aarush Tiwari of Delhi and Hiya Adlakha of Haryana have emerged as promising talents at the Khelo India Winter Games 2026 in Leh, winning medals in the novice categories.

21 days ago

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Articles by Dinesh Manhotra

Amit Shah begins two-day Jammu visit; border security, development on agenda

Fake EWS, forged PWD certificates used to bag MBBS seats at SKIMS Srinagar; case registered

Shivering at traffic lights: CWC orders rescue drive for begging children in Jammu

She died waiting for her son: Kishtwar mother's final plea to terrorist son goes unanswered

Centre allocates ₹43,290 crore for J&K in Union Budget 2026–27

Contact re-established with terrorists as Operation Trashi enters 13th day in J&K's Kishtwar

Cold wave persists in Kashmir after Chillai Kalan ends

Studies hit by Op Sindoor, floods; J&K govt cuts syllabus by 15% for Class 10th, 11th, 12th

Illegal recruiters lured Indian youth with overseas job offers; advisories, awareness drives underway

Wife arrested after 112 days in J&K's brutal Kathua murder case

Special train runs between Katra and Srinagar as flights, highway remain shut amid heavy snowfall

Fresh snowfall disrupts normalcy in Kashmir; flights cancelled, highway closed, avalanche alert issued

Haryana emerges overall champion of Khelo India Winter Games 2026; Army retains ice-hockey gold

J&K's Simran Bala creates history, leads CRPF men's contingent at Republic Day Parade

Operation Sindoor not just military action, but India's strategic resolve: LG Sinha

Jammu meat seller arrested by Punjab Police for links with Pak-based terrorist Shahzad Bhatti

Constables to IPS officers, 52 J&K Police personnel honoured for bravery and service

Republic Day: Multi-tier security grid in place across Jammu and Kashmir

Snowfall brings NH-44 to standstill, hundreds of vehicles stranded on Jammu-Srinagar highway

Teen skaters Aarush Tiwari from Delhi, Hiya Adlakha from Haryana shine at Khelo India Winter Games in Leh

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'