Dinesh Manhotra

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BSF jawan

BSF Jawan Dies in NCB Custody, Family Alleges Torture; Agency Cites Cardiac Arrest

A BSF jawan's death in NCB custody in Punjab has sparked protests in Jammu, with his family alleging torture and demanding a fair probe. While the NCB maintains that the jawan died due to cardiac arrest during treatment in Amritsar, a human rights organisation has called for a high-level judicial inquiry, raising concerns over custodial conduct and transparency. 14 days ago
Sonam Wangchuk

Sonam Wangchuk calls for unity, dialogue after release; eyes new eginning for Ladakh

After his release from detention under the NSA, Sonam Wangchuk called for unity, dialogue, and a constructive path forward for Ladakh. He expressed hope for a "win-win" solution through engagement with stakeholders and announced consultations with the Leh Apex Body and Kargil Democratic Alliance to decide the future course of the movement. 15 days ago
Jammu-Srinagar national highway

From waiting for days to reaching in minutes: Digdol–Panthyal twin tube tunnels to transform travel on Jammu–Srinagar Highway

The upcoming Digdol–Panthyal Twin Tube Tunnel project in Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban–Banihal stretch is set to revolutionize travel on National Highway-44 by significantly reducing travel time and enhancing safety. With the project nearing completion, what was once a hazardous and time-consuming journey is poised to become faster, safer, and more reliable. 16 days ago
Bhawan of Mata Vaishno Devi

Vaishno Devi Yatra Suspended Temporarily Amid Navratri Rush

Amid an unprecedented surge of devotees during Chaitra Navratri, authorities temporarily suspended the yatra to the Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine after over 41,000 pilgrims visited in a single day. The move was taken to manage crowd pressure at Bhawan and along the route, with registration set to resume the next morning. 16 days ago
Jamaat-e-Islami

JDF gets EC recognition: Former Jamaat leaders enter mainstream politics in J&K

The ECI's recognition of the Justice and Democratic Front (JDF), formed by former Jamaat-e-Islami members, signals a significant shift in J&K's political landscape. While the party has pledged to function within the Constitution, its emergence raises questions about changing electoral dynamics and the evolving role of former Jamaat cadres in mainstream politics. 20 days ago
Ghulam Nabi Azad

Gharu Ram rejoins Congress as Ghulam Nabi Azad's DPAP continues to shrink in J&K

The return of Choudhary Gharu Ram to the Indian National Congress has intensified speculation about the fading relevance of the Democratic Progressive Azad Party, founded by Ghulam Nabi Azad. With several loyalists already exiting, political observers say the party is steadily losing ground in Jammu and Kashmir. 21 days ago
LG Manoj Sinha

LG Manoj Sinha hands over jobs to kin of terror victims; vows justice for every affected family

J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday handed over appointment letters to 27 next of kin of terror victims at Lok Bhavan in Srinagar, reaffirming the administration's commitment to justice and rehabilitation of affected families. He said pending cases would be reopened to hold perpetrators accountable and announced a review of property encroachment cases involving terror victims. 22 days ago