Dinesh Manhotra

Articles by Dinesh Manhotra

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Ayushman Bharat scheme is godsend, says cancer-stricken family from Vadodara

J&K Private Hospitals to Stop Accepting Ayushman Bharat Cards from July 1 Over ₹275 Crore Dues

Thousands of beneficiaries of the Ayushman Bharat-SEHAT Scheme in Jammu and Kashmir could face difficulties from July 1 as private hospitals and dialysis centres have announced plans to stop accepting "Golden Cards" over pending reimbursements of nearly ₹275 crore. Private hospitals have accused authorities of prolonged payment delays, violation of NHA guidelines, and failure to address financial distress faced by 135 empanelled healthcare institutions. Jun 9, 2026
Zojila tunnel

Zojila Tunnel Breakthrough Blast Turns Ladakh's 70-Year-Old Dream into Reality

In a landmark achievement for India's infrastructure sector, the breakthrough blast at the 13.15-km-long Zojila Tunnel was successfully carried out on Tuesday, connecting the two ends of the strategic tunnel linking Kashmir and Ladakh. Witnessed by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, the milestone was achieved six months ahead of schedule and brings the dream of all-weather connectivity between the Kashmir Valley and Ladakh closer to reality. Jun 9, 2026
Sat Sharma

J&K BJP Rejects Omar-Mehbooba Call for Joint Statehood Movement

J&K BJP has rejected Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's proposal for a united political movement to seek the restoration of statehood, asserting that all parties should trust the Centre's commitment on the issue. BJP president Sat Sharma said statehood would be restored at an appropriate time, as assured by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Jun 9, 2026
Zojila tunnel project

India's Engineering Marvel: Zojila Tunnel Set for Major Breakthrough on Tuesday

Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari is set to trigger the breakthrough blast at the 13.15-km-long Zojila Tunnel, marking a major milestone in one of India's most ambitious infrastructure projects. Located at an altitude of around 11,500 feet, the tunnel will provide all-weather connectivity between the Kashmir Valley, Kargil, and Ladakh, ending decades of winter isolation caused by heavy snowfall. Jun 8, 2026
Dissidents

As Infighting Takes Ugly Turn, Cong High Command Summons Karra, Wani, Tara, Others for Delhi Talks

The Congress high command has summoned five senior Jammu and Kashmir leaders, including Tariq Hamid Karra, Vikar Rasool Wani, and Tara Chand, to New Delhi amid escalating factionalism within the party. The move comes after a series of public attacks, allegations, and a letter to AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge highlighting a deepening organisational crisis in the Union Territory. Jun 8, 2026
Encounter breaks out between security forces and terrorists in J&K's Kishtwar

Young Army Officer Killed in Line of Duty as Rajouri Search Operation in J&K Enters Day 16

A young Army officer, Lieutenant Beereshwar Goswami, laid down his life while undertaking operational duties in the rugged terrain of Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir. As tributes poured in from the Indian Army and Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, security forces continued a massive anti-terror search operation in the Dorimal-Gambhir Mughlan forest area for the 16th consecutive day. Jun 7, 2026
LG Manoj Sinha

1,128 Narco-Terrorists Arrested as "Nasha Mukt J&K" Campaign Completes 55 Days

As the Nasha Mukt J&K campaign entered its 55th day, authorities have registered 1,036 FIRs and arrested 1,128 drug smugglers across the Union Territory. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said the anti-drug movement had evolved into a people's campaign against narco-terrorism, asserting that drug traffickers and their networks would be dismantled while ensuring rehabilitation and support for addicts. Jun 6, 2026
ISI picks Babbar Khalsa to lead unified terror network, launches massive recruitment drive

Terror Racket Expands From Kathua to Uttarakhand's Haridwar: J&K Police Unravel Pakistan-Linked Hawala Network

A week after arresting a school teacher, the Jammu and Kashmir Police have arrested a college lecturer from Uttarakhand as investigations into an alleged Pakistan-linked hawala network gather pace. The probe, which began in Kathua district, has uncovered a multi-state network allegedly used to route funds from Pakistan through multiple bank accounts for anti-national activities. Jun 6, 2026
Amarnath cave

No Choppers, Tight Security: Amarnath Yatra Routes Declared No-Fly Zone Again

The Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board (SASB) has announced that all pilgrimage routes to the Holy Cave Shrine, including the Pahalgam and Baltal axes, will remain under No-Fly Zone restrictions during the 2026 Amarnath Yatra. As a result, helicopter services for pilgrims have been suspended for the second consecutive year. Jun 4, 2026
MLAs

Opposition Mocks Omar Abdullah's Dachigam Retreat as 'Picnic', CM Defends Off-Site Review

A day-long off-site review and strategy meeting of NC legislators, ministers, and MPs at Dachigam National Park triggered sharp criticism from opposition parties in J&K. BJP leader Sunil Sharma described the gathering as a "picnic" and an "eyewash", while People's Conference chief Sajad Gani Lone mocked the choice of venue, calling it symbolic of an "isolated" government. Jun 3, 2026
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