Dinesh Manhotra

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Mehbooba Mufti slams J&K speaker for social media gag on Legislative business

A day after Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather warned members against publicizing House business on social media, PDP president Mehbooba Mufti strongly criticized the move, calling it an attempt to stifle elected representatives.

Feb 23, 2025

Kashmir's Handicraft Exports Near Rs 3,000 Crore Despite Global Challenges

Kashmir's world-famous handicraft and handloom exports have reached Rs 2,567 crore in the last two financial years and the first three-quarters of the current fiscal, with expectations to touch Rs 3,000 crore by year-end. However, exports have faced setbacks due to global conflicts

Feb 22, 2025

J&K Witnessing Unprecedented Growth in Startups Post Article 370 Abrogation: Union Minister

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized the rapid growth of Jammu & Kashmir's startup ecosystem following the abrogation of Article 370.

Feb 22, 2025

Indian intelligence warned of possible attacks

India, PAK flag meet on LoC in J&K's Poonch: Agree to uphold ceasefire agreement

Amid heightened tensions following recent skirmishes along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, India and Pakistan held a flag meeting to restore peace.

Feb 21, 2025

J&K CM warns of looming water crisis in J&K; stresses on climate change awareness

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah raised alarm over the growing climate change threats, particularly a potential water crisis due to a severe precipitation deficit in the Union Territory.

Feb 21, 2025

All villagers return home; probe into 17 mysterious deaths in J&K's Rajouri remains unclear

All 395 residents of Badhaal village in J&K's Rajouri district have returned home after spending weeks in quarantine. However, concerns persist over the mysterious deaths of 17 villagers, including 13 children, between December and January.

Feb 20, 2025

Former JKCHC MD, revenue officials accused of land grabbing, fraud; booked

The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has registered an FIR against Bharat Bhushan Sharma, the former Managing Director of J&K Cooperative Housing Corporation (JKCHC), along with several revenue officials, for illegally occupying and allotting 392 kanals of state land.

Feb 19, 2025

J&K Congress Chief Karra Questions NC's Silence on Statehood Campaign

J&K Congress chief Tariq Hameed Karra subtly questioned coalition partner National Conference's absence from the Congress-led movement for the restoration of statehood.

Feb 19, 2025

J&K government issues notification to 305 liquor shops amid debate over liquor ban

The upcoming budget session of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly is set to witness a heated debate over the sale and consumption of liquor, as three MLAs have submitted private members' bills seeking a complete ban.

Feb 17, 2025

Two persons found dead with throat slit in J&K's Billawar, locals link terror angle

Tensions escalated in the Billawar sub-division of Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district after two local villagers, Shamsher Singh, and Roshan Lal, were found dead with their throats slit in a nearby forest.

Feb 17, 2025

PDP chief slams Omar, BJP over Article 370, J&K's political crisis

Former J&K Chief Minister and PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti has accused NC leader Omar Abdullah of covertly supporting the BJP-led government's decision to revoke Articles 370 and 35-A. She warned that any endorsement of this move would legitimize what she termed an "illegal and unconstitutional" action.

Feb 17, 2025

J&K Govt Fires Three Employees Over Terror Links, Sparks Political Uproar

The dismissal of three Jammu and Kashmir government employees over alleged terror links has ignited a political debate. While the PDP and Hurriyat strongly opposed the move, calling it unjust and authoritarian, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah took a cautious stance, emphasizing the need for due process.

Feb 15, 2025

Impact of Worst-ever Defeat: Solanki Removed as J&K In-Charge; Hussain Takes Over Amid Party Overhaul

After suffering a historic defeat in the J&K Assembly polls, the Congress has removed Bharatsinh Solanki as the party's in-charge for the region. Syed Naseer Hussain has been appointed as his replacement in a major leadership reshuffle aimed at revitalizing the party.

Feb 15, 2025

Security on High Alert in J&K on Sixth Anniversary of Pulwama Terror Attack

On the sixth anniversary of the Pulwama terror attack, security has been heightened across Jammu and Kashmir, with additional forces deployed in sensitive areas and along the Line of Control (LoC) and the International Border (IB).

Feb 14, 2025

Every terrorism perpetrator must face consequences: J&K LG Manoj Sinha

In a high-level security review meeting, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha emphasized the need for a complete eradication of terrorism in the Jammu region, directing security forces to dismantle terrorist infrastructure and support networks.

Feb 13, 2025

Crackdown on Terrorist Hideouts: J&K Police Seize House Used for Shelter

In a continued crackdown on terrorism, Jammu and Kashmir Police have attached a house in Kulgam that was used to shelter terrorists. This action follows a similar property attachment in Kulgam's Frisal area in December 2024, underscoring the police's firm stance against anti-national elements.

Feb 13, 2025

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Articles by Dinesh Manhotra

Mehbooba Mufti slams J&K speaker for social media gag on Legislative business

Kashmir's Handicraft Exports Near Rs 3,000 Crore Despite Global Challenges

J&K Witnessing Unprecedented Growth in Startups Post Article 370 Abrogation: Union Minister

India, PAK flag meet on LoC in J&K's Poonch: Agree to uphold ceasefire agreement

J&K CM warns of looming water crisis in J&K; stresses on climate change awareness

All villagers return home; probe into 17 mysterious deaths in J&K's Rajouri remains unclear

Former JKCHC MD, revenue officials accused of land grabbing, fraud; booked

J&K Congress Chief Karra Questions NC's Silence on Statehood Campaign

J&K government issues notification to 305 liquor shops amid debate over liquor ban

Two persons found dead with throat slit in J&K's Billawar, locals link terror angle

PDP chief slams Omar, BJP over Article 370, J&K's political crisis

J&K Govt Fires Three Employees Over Terror Links, Sparks Political Uproar

Impact of Worst-ever Defeat: Solanki Removed as J&K In-Charge; Hussain Takes Over Amid Party Overhaul

Security on High Alert in J&K on Sixth Anniversary of Pulwama Terror Attack

Every terrorism perpetrator must face consequences: J&K LG Manoj Sinha

Crackdown on Terrorist Hideouts: J&K Police Seize House Used for Shelter

A Village Mourns: Soldier's Sacrifice Shatters Wedding Dreams

Ensure zero infiltration from IB: Amit Shah tells BSF in third J&K security review meeting

Suspected IED blast near LoC in J&K's Akhnoor kills Army captain, soldier [details]

Government Detects Rs 562.4 Crore in Fake AB-PMJAY Claims, Implements AI-Based Monitoring to Curb Fraud

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'