Dinesh Manhotra

Articles by Dinesh Manhotra

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Poonch town

One year on, Poonch still haunted by night of shelling, loss, and unfulfilled promises

A year after the devastating cross-border shelling in Poonch that claimed 14 civilian lives, including four children, the scars of that tragic night remain fresh. Residents continue to grapple with trauma, loss, and a lingering sense of insecurity, while key promises such as bunker construction and improved medical infrastructure remain unfulfilled. 18 days ago
NC-Congress leaders

NC–Congress Rift Deepens Over Statehood Push in J&K

A political rift between coalition partners, the National Conference and the Congress, has sharpened over the issue of restoring statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. Triggered by remarks from NC president Farooq Abdullah criticising Congress's "half-hearted" support,. 23 days ago
collapsed bridge

Bridge Collapse in Jammu Exposes Safety Lapses; Three Workers Dead

The collapse of a bridge in the Thathar area on the outskirts of Jammu has claimed three lives and left one injured, exposing serious safety lapses and administrative negligence. Preliminary investigations point to a long-standing pipeline leak that weakened the soil, coupled with poor adherence to construction safety norms, including a lack of protective gear for workers. 23 days ago
Anti corruption bureau

J&K Land Scam: Over 1,000 Kanals of Custodian Land Grabbed, ACB Files FIRs Against Officials

In a major anti-corruption crackdown, the JKACB has exposed a massive land scam involving the illegal grabbing of over 1,000 kanals of Custodian land across Jammu district. The land, meant for displaced persons from Pakistan and PoJK, was allegedly usurped by a nexus of land mafia and government officials through forged documents and manipulated revenue records. Apr 24, 2026