Dinesh Manhotra

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National Emblem

Vandalism at Hazratbal Shrine ignites furore; 30 held as controversy deepens

Nearly 30 individuals were detained by Jammu and Kashmir Police following the vandalism of the national emblem at Kashmir's revered Hazratbal Dargah. The incident, linked to opposition from religious groups over the emblem's placement, sparked widespread debate and condemnation from political leaders. Sep 7, 2025
National Emblem

Hazratbal Emblem Row Sparks Political Firestorm in Jammu and Kashmir

A fresh controversy has erupted in Kashmir after the national emblem on a plaque at the Hazratbal Dargah was dismantled by an unruly mob. The incident followed opposition from National Conference leader and Zadibal MLA Tanvir Sadiq, who argued the emblem violated the Islamic principle of Tawheed. Sep 6, 2025
J&K government

Eid-e-Milad holiday row sparks outrage in J&K; UT admn slammed for ignoring moon sighting

A controversy has broken out in J&K after the Union Territory administration declined to shift the Eid-e-Milad holiday from Friday to Saturday despite the moon sighting. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, J&K Grand Mufti, and Education Minister Sakina Itoo strongly criticized the decision, terming it insensitive and a disregard of religious sentiments. Sep 5, 2025
'Operation Sindoor' aftermath: Multiple losses for Pakistan air force, key gains for India

Video of Operations Sindoor, Mahadev release; Pahalgam attack avenged

The Army has released a video of Operation Sindoor, carried out in the intervening nights of May 6 and 7. The Army also released visuals of Operation Mahadev, in which three Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists — Suleman, Afghan, and Jibran — directly involved in the killings were neutralized. Sep 4, 2025
'All Assistance Being Extended': Jitendra Singh on Ramban Cloudburst Situation

August is deadliest month in J&K history; nearly 170 lives lost in rains

The just-concluded August has emerged as the deadliest month ever in Jammu and Kashmir, with nearly 170 people, including over 130 pilgrims, losing their lives in a spate of rain-triggered disasters. Cloudbursts, flash floods, and landslides devastated several districts, damaging infrastructure and forcing the premature conclusion of the annual Amarnath Yatra. Sep 2, 2025
Amit Shah

Amit Shah extends full support to hlood-Hit Jammu; reviews damage on ground

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday assured comprehensive relief to flood-affected families during his tour of Jammu district. Accompanied by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, and Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma, Shah visited damaged bridges on the River Tawi and the worst-hit Mangu Chak village. Sep 1, 2025
Manoj Sinha

Political storm erupts over Vaishno Devi tragedy; LG orders high-level probe

The Mata Vaishno Devi shrine tragedy has taken a political turn after a landslide on August 26 claimed 34 lives. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Chairman of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, has constituted a three-member committee to probe the causes, review rescue efforts, and suggest preventive measures. Aug 29, 2025
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