Dinesh Manhotra

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J&K Crime Branch files charge sheet against two in fake govt job scam case

EOW files chargesheet against influential female tehsildar, four others in high-profile Kashmir land scam

The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Crime Branch Kashmir has filed a chargesheet before the Special Judge, Anti-Corruption, Srinagar, against Tehsildar Nusrat Aziz and four other revenue officials in a high-profile land fraud case.

Dec 21, 2025

J&K's bad weather disrupts air traffic; 14 flights cancelled at Srinagar airport

Adverse weather conditions across Jammu and Kashmir disrupted air and road transport on Sunday, with 14 flights cancelled at Srinagar International Airport due to poor visibility and snowfall in higher reaches.

Dec 21, 2025

40-Day Harshest Winter Period "Chillai-Kalan" Begins Tonight, Light Snow Likely in North Kashmir

The 40-day harshest winter period, Chillai-Kalan, is set to begin from Saturday night in Kashmir, with the Meteorological Department forecasting light to moderate snowfall in the higher reaches of north Kashmir.

Dec 20, 2025

Kashmir Court Cracks Down on Terror Mastermind: Non-bailable Warrant Issued Against Syed Salah-ud-Din

In a major legal setback for Pakistan-based Hizbul Mujahideen chief Syed Salah-ud-din, a special NIA court in Kashmir has issued a non-bailable warrant against him in a terror case registered in 2012.

Dec 20, 2025

NIA, SIA Raid Cleric's Room in J&K in Connection with Delhi Red Fort Blast

Sleuths of NIA–SIA raided the rented room of cleric Irfan Ahmed Wagay in Jammu and Kashmir as part of the investigation into the Delhi Red Fort blast. The search comes amid intensified nationwide operations, including the arrest of the ninth accused, Yasir Ahmad Dar, as investigators work to dismantle the entire terror network behind the attack.

Dec 20, 2025

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J&K's Ratle Hydel Project Security Alert: Police Flag 29 Workers Over Terror Links

A confidential letter from the Kishtwar SSP has flagged 29 workers at the strategically crucial Ratle Hydroelectric Project for alleged terror links and criminal records, raising serious national security concerns. The disclosure has intensified political sparring, with BJP MLA Shagun Parihar claiming vindication and CM Omar Abdullah demanding a probe into alleged political interference.

Dec 20, 2025

J&K CM, PDP, separatists seek action against Bihar CM over viral niqab row

Political parties and separatist groups in the Kashmir Valley have demanded action against Bihar CM Nitish Kumar over a viral video allegedly showing him pulling down a Muslim woman doctor's niqab during an official function. PDP leader Iltija Mufti lodged an FIR in Srinagar, while CM Omar Abdullah sought an apology, and Mirwaiz Umar Farooq condemned the act.

Dec 19, 2025

Fake railway jobs scam exposed in Kashmir; 'victim' turns out to be mastermind

A fake Railway recruitment racket in Kashmir has been exposed after investigators found that one of the complainants was in fact the mastermind behind the scam.

Dec 19, 2025

LBA infighting intensifies; Kargil unit objects "unconstitutional removal" of vice president

Internal divisions within the Ladakh Buddhist Association have intensified, with its Kargil branch accusing the apex body in Leh of discriminatory and unilateral functioning. The Kargil unit has objected to the removal of vice president Kunzes Dolma, calling the move unconstitutional and illegal.

Dec 19, 2025

Indian Army scripts history as tanks, artillery reach Kashmir in special military train; why is it important

The Indian Army has achieved a historic logistics milestone by transporting tanks and artillery guns into the Kashmir Valley for the first time through a special military train. The movement, enabled by the Udhampur–Srinagar–Baramulla Rail Link, strengthens all-weather military mobility.

Dec 17, 2025

Santosh trophy row: J&K govt orders high-level probe into team selection

Amid allegations of bias against players from the Jammu region, the Jammu and Kashmir government has constituted a high-level enquiry committee to examine the selection process of the J&K football team for the 79th Santosh Trophy.

Dec 17, 2025

J&K's pacer Auqib Nabi Dar creates IPL history with Rs 8.40 crore Delhi Capitals deal

Jammu and Kashmir cricket reached a historic milestone as Baramulla-born fast bowler Auqib Nabi Dar was snapped up by Delhi Capitals for a staggering Rs 8.40 crore at the IPL Season 19 mini auction.

Dec 17, 2025

SOG Jawan killed in action amid encounter in J&K's Majalta; massive search op underway

A Special Operations Group (SOG) jawan of the J&K Police was killed in action during an encounter with terrorists in Majalta tehsil of Udhampur district on Monday evening. Following the incident, security forces launched an extensive search and cordon operation, sealing all escape routes and deploying additional troops, drones, and helicopters.

Dec 17, 2025

'Vote Chori' rally: Omar Abdullah says campaign is Congress, not INDIA bloc's stand

A day after the Congress held its 'Vote Chor, Gaddi Chhod' rally in Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah clarified that the "Vote Chori" campaign is solely the Congress party's initiative and has no connection with the INDIA bloc.

Dec 15, 2025

J&K Panchayat, ULB elections: SEC appointment likely, poll process to resume

The long-pending process for Panchayat and Urban Local Bodies elections in Jammu and Kashmir has moved closer to resumption, with the appointment of the State Election Commissioner expected soon.

Dec 14, 2025

Justice after decades: J&K govt restores dignity of terror victim families with jobs

Tears and long-suppressed grief marked an emotional ceremony at Lok Bhavan in Srinagar on Saturday as Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha handed over appointment letters to families of terror victims.

Dec 14, 2025

J&K Government Employees Dismissed Over Terror Links

No July 13, No Dec 5: UT Administration Defies Political Push, Keeps 2026 Holiday List Unchanged

Despite pressure from the ruling National Conference and other parties, the UT administration retains the post-2019 holiday list; Omar Abdullah says authority rests with the Centre.

Dec 13, 2025

Arrested Pakistan-trained Terrorist Tasked with Reviving JeM in J&K's Rajouri–Poonch

The BSF foiled an infiltration attempt along the IB in the Pargwal sector of Jammu by arresting a Pakistan-trained JeM terrorist. The accused, Abdul Khaliq of Rajouri, had crossed over to Pakistan in 2021, underwent terror training in PoK, and was tasked with reviving JeM activities in the Rajouri–Poonch belt.

Dec 13, 2025

System Failed Terror Victims Earlier, Justice Now Being Delivered: J&K LG Manoj

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor hands over job letters to terror victims' families in Srinagar, vows dignity, rehabilitation, and strict action against the terror ecosystem.

Dec 13, 2025

J&K Congress Faces Internal Rift Over SC Cell Dispute, AICC In-charge to File Complaint

A fresh storm has hit the J&K Congress after leadership disowned SC Department chairman Karan Bhagat, calling his recent programme "unauthorised." AICC SC incharge Teena Choudhary condemned the move as defamatory and beyond the UT unit's authority, declaring that she will formally take up the issue with the high command.

Dec 13, 2025

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Articles by Dinesh Manhotra

EOW files chargesheet against influential female tehsildar, four others in high-profile Kashmir land scam

J&K's bad weather disrupts air traffic; 14 flights cancelled at Srinagar airport

40-Day Harshest Winter Period "Chillai-Kalan" Begins Tonight, Light Snow Likely in North Kashmir

Kashmir Court Cracks Down on Terror Mastermind: Non-bailable Warrant Issued Against Syed Salah-ud-Din

NIA, SIA Raid Cleric's Room in J&K in Connection with Delhi Red Fort Blast

J&K's Ratle Hydel Project Security Alert: Police Flag 29 Workers Over Terror Links

J&K CM, PDP, separatists seek action against Bihar CM over viral niqab row

Fake railway jobs scam exposed in Kashmir; 'victim' turns out to be mastermind

LBA infighting intensifies; Kargil unit objects "unconstitutional removal" of vice president

Indian Army scripts history as tanks, artillery reach Kashmir in special military train; why is it important

Santosh trophy row: J&K govt orders high-level probe into team selection

J&K's pacer Auqib Nabi Dar creates IPL history with Rs 8.40 crore Delhi Capitals deal

SOG Jawan killed in action amid encounter in J&K's Majalta; massive search op underway

'Vote Chori' rally: Omar Abdullah says campaign is Congress, not INDIA bloc's stand

J&K Panchayat, ULB elections: SEC appointment likely, poll process to resume

Justice after decades: J&K govt restores dignity of terror victim families with jobs

No July 13, No Dec 5: UT Administration Defies Political Push, Keeps 2026 Holiday List Unchanged

Arrested Pakistan-trained Terrorist Tasked with Reviving JeM in J&K's Rajouri–Poonch

System Failed Terror Victims Earlier, Justice Now Being Delivered: J&K LG Manoj

J&K Congress Faces Internal Rift Over SC Cell Dispute, AICC In-charge to File Complaint

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'