Dinesh Manhotra

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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.

Mar 21, 2026

Jammu University sets up committee over Jinnah chapter controversy, ABVP protests intensify

Students raise objections to inclusion of a chapter on political thought of Muhammad Ali Jinnah in the political science syllabus; varsity orders review as agitation gathers momentum.

Mar 21, 2026

Declared dead, found alive: Missing woman reunited with family after 11 years in Poonch

A mentally unwell woman, presumed dead by her family, returns home after 11 years as the humanitarian efforts of SHO Abid Bukhari turn grief into an extraordinary reunion during Navratra and Ramadan.

Mar 21, 2026

Firing at function in Jammu, Farooq Abdullah escapes assassination attempt

J&K Police seek public videos, photos in Farooq Abdullah attack case; SIT intensifies probe

J&K Police have appealed to the public to share photographs and videos related to the March 11 firing incident in Jammu, where an alleged assassination attempt was made on former Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah. SIT has been constituted to probe the case, with investigators intensifying efforts to gather evidence and trace all aspects of the incident.

Mar 19, 2026

GPS anklets for Jaish OGWs on bail: J&K Police tighten surveillance in Kathua

Three accused linked to the Kathua terror attack are placed under real-time monitoring as police adopt advanced tracking technology to ensure strict compliance with bail conditions.

Mar 19, 2026

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.

Mar 18, 2026

J&K LG Manoj Sinha warns anti-peace elements of "heavy price" at police passing-out parade

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha warned that any attempt to disrupt peace or endanger civilians would be dealt with firmly, while addressing a passing-out parade of 430 constables in Reasi.

Mar 17, 2026

SIT questions Kamal Singh Jamwal in assassination attempt on Farooq Abdullah in Jammu

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) constituted by the Jammu and Kashmir Police has begun questioning Kamal Singh Jamwal, the accused in the abortive attempt to assassinate Farooq Abdullah during a wedding function in Jammu.

Mar 17, 2026

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.

Mar 17, 2026

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.

Mar 16, 2026

LAB, KDA to continue March 16 protest despite revocation of Sonam Wangchuk's NSA detention

Even after the Union Government revoked the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act, Ladakh's Leh Apex Body and Kargil Democratic Alliance have decided to proceed with their scheduled protest on March 16.

Mar 16, 2026

Panun Kashmir Expels Ajay Chrungoo Over Alleged Links With Ghulam Nabi Fai

Infighting within Panun Kashmir surfaced after it expelled its chairman, Ajay Chrungoo, over alleged foreign links and alleged communication with Ghulam Nabi Fai. The organisation has nominated Tito Ganju as its new chairman, while Chrungoo has rejected the allegations as "false and fabricated."

Mar 14, 2026

SC cautions against further adjournments in petition challenging Wangchuk's detention

NSA Detention of Sonam Wangchuk Revoked Hours After Vinai Kumar Saxena Takes Oath as Ladakh LG

Within hours of Vinai Kumar Saxena taking oath as the fourth Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, the Ministry of Home Affairs revoked the detention of activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act. Wangchuk had been lodged in Jodhpur jail since September 2025 following violence in Leh.

Mar 14, 2026

Vinai Kumar Saxena sworn in as 4th Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, promises people-centric development

Vinai Kumar Saxena, on Friday, took oath as the fourth Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh and assured residents that his administration would work to fulfil the aspirations of the people. After the ceremony at the Central Institute of Buddhist Studies in Choglamsar, Saxena emphasised sustainable development, tourism promotion, and grassroots engagement to address the challenges of the region.

Mar 14, 2026

Bengaluru College Lecturers Arrested for Rape and Blackmail

Father booked for repeatedly raping his two minor daughters in J&K's RS Pura; POCSO case registered

In a deeply disturbing case that has shaken the border town of R S Pura in Jammu and Kashmir, a father has been booked under the POCSO Act for allegedly raping his two minor daughters, aged 11 and 6, repeatedly inside their own home. The accused, identified as Makhan Lal, was exposed after his wife summoned the courage to file a formal police complaint.

Mar 14, 2026

Farooq Abdullah breaks silence after assassination attempt at Jammu wedding; NSG foils attack

Former J&K Chief Minister and National Conference president Dr. Farooq Abdullah on Thursday spoke for the first time after narrowly escaping an assassination attempt at a wedding function in Jammu's Greater Kailash area. Recounting the incident, Abdullah said he initially mistook the gunshots for firecrackers before security personnel swiftly whisked him away.

Mar 12, 2026

Who is Kamal Singh Jamwal, the man who tried to assassinate Farooq Abdullah?

A major security scare unfolded in Jammu after a man allegedly attempted to shoot National Conference president Farooq Abdullah at a wedding function in Greater Kailash. Alert security personnel overpowered the attacker, identified as Kamal Singh Jamwal, who reportedly confessed that he had been planning the attack for the past 20 years.

Mar 12, 2026

Nearly 1,500 children living with women prisoners in jails across India: Government acknowledges challenges

A total of 1,492 children below the age of six are currently living with their imprisoned mothers in jails across India, the government informed Parliament. Responding to a question by Ajeet Madhavrao Gopchade, Union Women and Child Development Minister Annapurna Devi said the government is aware that such children face challenges related to nutrition, healthcare, emotional well-being and early education.

Mar 11, 2026

Leh apex body to resume agitation on March 12; protests planned ahead of new Ladakh LG's oath

The Leh Apex Body has announced that it will resume its agitation with protest demonstrations across Leh on March 12 to press for key demands, including statehood, inclusion under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution of India, and separate Lok Sabha seats for Leh and Kargil.

Mar 11, 2026

Army foils infiltration bid in J&K's Rajouri, one terrorist killed; search on for another

Alert Army troops foiled an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control in the Nowshera sector of Rajouri district, killing one suspected terrorist while launching a search operation to track another who reportedly escaped into nearby forests.

Mar 11, 2026

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Articles by Dinesh Manhotra

Vaishno Devi Yatra Suspended Temporarily Amid Navratri Rush

Jammu University sets up committee over Jinnah chapter controversy, ABVP protests intensify

Declared dead, found alive: Missing woman reunited with family after 11 years in Poonch

J&K Police seek public videos, photos in Farooq Abdullah attack case; SIT intensifies probe

GPS anklets for Jaish OGWs on bail: J&K Police tighten surveillance in Kathua

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

J&K LG Manoj Sinha warns anti-peace elements of "heavy price" at police passing-out parade

SIT questions Kamal Singh Jamwal in assassination attempt on Farooq Abdullah in Jammu

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

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

LAB, KDA to continue March 16 protest despite revocation of Sonam Wangchuk's NSA detention

Panun Kashmir Expels Ajay Chrungoo Over Alleged Links With Ghulam Nabi Fai

NSA Detention of Sonam Wangchuk Revoked Hours After Vinai Kumar Saxena Takes Oath as Ladakh LG

Vinai Kumar Saxena sworn in as 4th Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, promises people-centric development

Father booked for repeatedly raping his two minor daughters in J&K's RS Pura; POCSO case registered

Farooq Abdullah breaks silence after assassination attempt at Jammu wedding; NSG foils attack

Who is Kamal Singh Jamwal, the man who tried to assassinate Farooq Abdullah?

Nearly 1,500 children living with women prisoners in jails across India: Government acknowledges challenges

Leh apex body to resume agitation on March 12; protests planned ahead of new Ladakh LG's oath

Army foils infiltration bid in J&K's Rajouri, one terrorist killed; search on for another

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'