Dinesh Manhotra

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NC Sweeps Three of Four Rajya Sabha Seats in J&K

In a dramatic outcome of the first-ever Rajya Sabha elections in Jammu and Kashmir since the abrogation of Article 370, the ruling National Conference (NC) won three out of four seats, while the opposition BJP managed to clinch one, defying numerical odds.

21 days ago

National Lok Adalat to Take Place Today Across Country, Aims to Ease Court Burden

Negligence, Not Nature: Court Seeks Action Report in Vaishno Devi Tragedy That Killed 34 Pilgrims

The Judicial Magistrate First Class, Katra, has sought an Action Taken Report (ATR) from Reasi police on a complaint accusing officials of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) of criminal negligence in the August 26 landslide that killed 34 devotees.

21 days ago

RS Elections: Cross-voting exposes rift within INDIA bloc; non-BJP parties exchange accusations

A political storm erupted in J&K after the BJP pulled off a surprise victory on one of the four Rajya Sabha seats, due to cross-voting by four MLAs from the ruling coalition. PC chief Sajad Lone labelled the outcome a "fixed match" between the NC and BJP, while former Congress president Vikar Rasool Wani accused both parties of a secret deal.

21 days ago

Normalcy returns to Ladakh month after unprecedented violence; stalled dialogue resumes

A month after the September 24 violence that claimed four lives and left 90 injured, Ladakh has returned to normalcy with the Union Government announcing a judicial probe and resuming dialogue with regional groups.

22 days ago

After Hard-Hitting Letter to Farooq, Cong Extends Support to NC in J&K Rajya Sabha Polls

After days of internal discord and uncertainty, the Congress on Thursday announced its decision to support its coalition partner, the National Conference (NC), in the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections from J&K

22 days ago

J&K Assembly zero hour dominated by public issues raised by MLAs

Friday's Rajya Sabha Elections in J&K: NC Poised for Sweep as BJP Pins Hopes on Fourth Seat

With MLAs of J&K set to cast their votes on Friday to elect four Rajya Sabha members, the contest for the fourth seat has become the focal point of political attention. While NC enjoys a clear numerical advantage backed by the Congress, PDP, and several Independents, the BJP remains confident of an upset win through its candidate, state president Sat Pal Sharma.

22 days ago

Foreign terrorists pose biggest challenge in Jammu region; counter-terrorism grid strengthened

IGP Jammu zone, Bhim Sen Tuti, admitted the presence of foreign terrorists remains the biggest hurdle in eliminating terrorism on this side of the Pir Panjal. He said that the counter-terrorism and border protection grids have been strengthened to neutralize foreign terrorists operating in the upper reaches.

23 days ago

NC's Gurwinder Singh Oberoi richest Rajya Sabha candidate from J&K; BJP's Dar poorest

Gurwinder Singh Oberoi of the National Conference has emerged as the richest candidate among the seven contenders for the four Rajya Sabha seats from Jammu and Kashmir, elections for which are scheduled on October 24.

24 days ago

Congress refuses to contest Nagrota seat amid tensions in NC-Congress alliance

Amid growing unease within the ruling coalition in Jammu and Kashmir, the Congress has decided not to contest the Nagrota by-election as a mark of protest against the National Conference's refusal to offer it a "safe" Rajya Sabha seat.

24 days ago

Agitating Ladakh Groups to resume talks with Centre after judicial probe announcement

The judicial inquiry ordered by the Union Government into the September 24 Leh violence has paved the way for the resumption of dialogue between Ladakh's agitating groups and the Centre.

26 days ago

J&K bypolls: Congress still undecided on Nagrota seat

With just hours left for filing of nominations for the Nagrota Assembly by-election, the Congress is still undecided on its candidate, even as the NC has offered its support in this segment.

26 days ago

Jailed AAP MLA Mehraj Malik to cast Rajya Sabha vote via postal ballot

J&K Government has informed the High Court that jailed AAP MLA Mehraj Malik will cast his vote in the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections through a postal ballot. During a hearing in the High Court, the government stated that all necessary arrangements had been made to ensure the Doda legislator's participation in the October 24 polls.

27 days ago

Ladakh groups announce silent marches, blackout on Saturday to protest September 24 violence

Following the lifting of restrictions in Leh, Ladakh's agitating groups have announced region-wide silent peace marches and a blackout on October 18 to protest alleged excesses during the September 24 violence.

28 days ago

Statehood is delayed to J&K for reasons best known to BJP: Omar Abdullah

NC offers Nagrota seat to Congress to save coalition amid growing rift

Amid growing tensions between coalition partners National Conference (NC) and Congress over seat-sharing, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday announced that the NC will contest the Budgam bypoll while supporting a Congress candidate from Nagrota, subject to high command approval.

28 days ago

Omar Abdullah revives age-old Darbar Move tradition after four years

In a major policy reversal, J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday announced the revival of the historic "Darbar Move" — the biannual transfer of the J&K government between Jammu and Srinagar — after a four-year hiatus.

29 days ago

As Omar Abdullah Completes One Year in Office, Mehbooba Mufti Alleges Betrayal of Public Trust

PDP chief calls Omar-led administration a "total failure in one year," says National Conference has abandoned promises on Article 370 and political prisoners.

29 days ago

Congress caught in crossfire after NC 'backtracks' on Rajya Sabha seat deal

Congress faces a political dilemma ahead of the October 24 Rajya Sabha elections after the NC allegedly reneged on its commitment to share a "safe" seat. Feeling humiliated and sidelined, the Congress leadership is struggling to decide whether to support the NC nominees or abstain from voting — a move that could indirectly help the BJP.

Oct 16, 2025

BJP fields late Devender Rana's daughter for Nagrota constituency; Aga Syed gets Budgam

Ending all speculation, the BJP on Wednesday announced Devyani Rana, daughter of the late Devender Singh Rana, as its candidate for the upcoming by-election to the Nagrota Assembly constituency. Aga Syed Mohsin has been nominated for the Budgam seat.

Oct 15, 2025

J&K: Sajad Lone voices concern over steep hike in electricity bills

Sajad Lone's boycott from polls a boost for BJP in J&K Rajya Sabha elections

Sajad Gani Lone has announced his decision to abstain from voting in the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections — a move that, according to political observers, could benefit the BJP candidate. While Lone accused CM Omar Abdullah of denying Congress a seat at the behest of the BJP, his boycott is expected to weaken the opposition's prospects.

Oct 15, 2025

Ladakh groups' veiled warning to Centre, demand action to resume dialogue

Agitating groups of Ladakh have issued a warning to the Union Government over stalled dialogue following the September 24 incident. They demanded a judicial inquiry, release of all detainees, compensation for victims, and talks focused on the Sixth Schedule and statehood.

Oct 15, 2025

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Articles by Dinesh Manhotra

NC Sweeps Three of Four Rajya Sabha Seats in J&K

Negligence, Not Nature: Court Seeks Action Report in Vaishno Devi Tragedy That Killed 34 Pilgrims

RS Elections: Cross-voting exposes rift within INDIA bloc; non-BJP parties exchange accusations

Normalcy returns to Ladakh month after unprecedented violence; stalled dialogue resumes

After Hard-Hitting Letter to Farooq, Cong Extends Support to NC in J&K Rajya Sabha Polls

Friday's Rajya Sabha Elections in J&K: NC Poised for Sweep as BJP Pins Hopes on Fourth Seat

Foreign terrorists pose biggest challenge in Jammu region; counter-terrorism grid strengthened

NC's Gurwinder Singh Oberoi richest Rajya Sabha candidate from J&K; BJP's Dar poorest

Congress refuses to contest Nagrota seat amid tensions in NC-Congress alliance

Agitating Ladakh Groups to resume talks with Centre after judicial probe announcement

J&K bypolls: Congress still undecided on Nagrota seat

Jailed AAP MLA Mehraj Malik to cast Rajya Sabha vote via postal ballot

Ladakh groups announce silent marches, blackout on Saturday to protest September 24 violence

NC offers Nagrota seat to Congress to save coalition amid growing rift

Omar Abdullah revives age-old Darbar Move tradition after four years

As Omar Abdullah Completes One Year in Office, Mehbooba Mufti Alleges Betrayal of Public Trust

Congress caught in crossfire after NC 'backtracks' on Rajya Sabha seat deal

BJP fields late Devender Rana's daughter for Nagrota constituency; Aga Syed gets Budgam

Sajad Lone's boycott from polls a boost for BJP in J&K Rajya Sabha elections

Ladakh groups' veiled warning to Centre, demand action to resume dialogue

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Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh

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