Dinesh Manhotra

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Omar Abdullah

Omar Reaffirms Fight for J&K Statehood, Constitutional Guarantees on Independence Day

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, addressing the 80th Independence Day function at Bakshi Stadium in Srinagar, reiterated his government's commitment to restoring the Union Territory's statehood and constitutional guarantees. He also stressed development, employment, federalism, transparency in recruitment and strengthening public trust, while paying tribute to the martyrs and recalling J&K's contribution to defending the region in 1947. Aug 15, 2026
Tiranga

J&K Turns Tricolour: Massive Tiranga Rallies Sweep Valley, Jammu and Border Villages

Ahead of India's 80th Independence Day, Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a massive wave of Tiranga rallies, with students, farmers, government employees, security personnel, youth and residents participating across cities, villages and border areas. From Jammu city to the Suchetgarh International Border and Srinagar, the celebrations have highlighted patriotism, national unity and growing public participation in the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign. Aug 14, 2026
Partition

Partition Wounds Remain Unhealed, J&K LG Sinha Calls for Unity, Harmony and National Resolve

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, while observing Partition Horrors Remembrance Day in Srinagar, paid tribute to the millions who suffered during the 1947 Partition and said its wounds continue to linger in India's collective consciousness. He urged people, particularly the youth, to learn from the past, reject communal bitterness and work towards peace, harmony, national unity and a Viksit Bharat Aug 14, 2026
BJP

From Pulwama to Bandipora: Extortion Allegations Trigger Fresh Embarrassment for BJP in Kashmir

The Jammu and Kashmir Police have booked BJP's Pulwama district president Showkat Gayoor in an alleged extortion and criminal intimidation case following a complaint by a contractor. The BJP has suspended Gayoor from all organisational posts and responsibilities. The case comes amid renewed efforts by the party to expand its political footprint in the Kashmir Valley and recalls an earlier case involving the BJP's former Bandipora district president. Aug 14, 2026
Gunfight starts between Pakistani terrorists, security forces in J&K's Rajouri district

Fresh Terror Threat: Kashmiri Pandit Employees in Valley Asked to Work From Home

Nearly 3,000 Kashmiri Pandit and other migrant employees working in the Kashmir Valley have reportedly been informally advised to work from home until August 20 following a fresh terror threat against Hindu employees. The administration has also reportedly exempted them from Independence Day stadium duties amid heightened security ahead of August 15 celebrations. Aug 12, 2026
Black-necked crane

India's First Global Black-necked Crane Festival Draws Tourists, Bird Lovers to Ladakh

India's first-ever Global Black-necked Crane Festival has opened in Ladakh, attracting tourists, bird lovers, conservationists and experts from India and abroad. The August 11–14 festival aims to promote black-necked crane conservation while strengthening ecotourism, local livelihoods and community participation across Changthang. Aug 12, 2026
Sarvanand Kaul Premi

SIA Raids Nine Locations in J&K Over 1990 Double Murder of Kashmiri Pandit Poet, Son

The State Investigation Agency (SIA) of Jammu and Kashmir Police raided nine locations across the Union Territory in connection with the 1990 kidnapping and murder of Kashmiri Pandit poet and social activist Sarvanand Kaul Premi and his son Virendra Kaul. The long-pending case, registered under FIR No. 45/1990, is being thoroughly investigated to uncover the conspiracy and bring closure to the decades-old tragedy. Aug 12, 2026
current-account-deficit-might-come-down-to-3-5-percent-this-fiscal

J&K's Cultivable Land Rises by 23,000 Hectares in Five Years

Jammu and Kashmir's cultivable land increased from 10.74 lakh hectares in 2020-21 to 10.97 lakh hectares in 2024-25, registering a rise of 23,000 hectares, according to data tabled in the Lok Sabha. The figures also show that the average monthly income of an agricultural household in J&K was Rs 18,918, significantly higher than the national average of Rs 10,218. Aug 11, 2026
Terrorists spotted near cave in Udhampur forest in J&K, security forces move in

Security Tightened in J&K After Terror Threat to Kashmiri Hindu Employees

Security has been intensified across parts of Jammu and Kashmir following a purported threat letter issued by the United Liberation Council, a suspected Lashkar-e-Taiba-linked shadow outfit, targeting Kashmiri Hindu employees. The communication allegedly names six employees and contains threats against government officials and police personnel. Security agencies are examining the threat, while Panun Kashmir has demanded a probe into the purported communication. Aug 10, 2026
J&K Police bust drug trafficking network in Kashmir

Former Lover Allegedly Plotted to Frame Ex-Lover's Husband in Fake Drug Case in Kashmir

Ganderbal Police have uncovered an alleged conspiracy to falsely implicate a poultry businessman in a drug case, with his wife's alleged former lover suspected of orchestrating the plot. Police intercepted a courier from Kanpur containing cocaine, charas and diclofenac tablets and have detained a suspect from Srinagar. The roles of the woman, her alleged lover and other suspected conspirators are under investigation. Aug 9, 2026
Amarnath Yatra

Amarnath Yatra Suspended From August 9 on Both Routes, Chhari Mubarak to Mark Finale on August 28

The annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra will remain suspended from August 9 on the Chandanwari and Baltal routes to facilitate track repairs and maintenance following recent rains. More than 4.8 lakh pilgrims have performed darshan at the Holy Cave so far. The traditional Chhari Mubarak procession will proceed through the Pahalgam route and mark the formal culmination of the 2026 pilgrimage on August 28. Aug 9, 2026
Govt asks social media platforms to label, take down AI-generated deepfake content in 3 hours

J&K Police Sound Alarm: Your Selfies Could Be a Cyber Criminal's Weapon

J&K Police have issued a public advisory cautioning citizens that scammers are exploiting AI-powered deepfake and morphing tools to misuse publicly shared photos, videos, reels, and voice clips — creating fake identities and impersonation scams that appear alarmingly authentic. The advisory urges the public to limit exposure of personal content, use masked copies of sensitive documents like Aadhaar, enable two-factor authentication, and report suspicious accounts or DMs promptly. Aug 9, 2026
Home Minister Amit Shah

High-Level Panel to Visit J&K on August 10 to Assess Demographic Changes, Infiltration and Settlement Patterns

A high-level committee headed by retired Justice Prakash Prabhakar Navlekar will visit J&K from August 10 to 12 to conduct a ground-level assessment of demographic changes, cross-border movement, alleged infiltration, identification of foreign nationals, document verification and unusual settlement patterns. The panel is expected to visit sensitive areas along the IB and LoC, interact with officials and residents, and examine alleged movement from border districts to the interior and Kashmir Valley. Aug 9, 2026
'India not dalal nation like Pakistan': EAM S Jaishankar on Iran mediation in all-party meeting

India-Pakistan Ties Can Move Ahead Only After End to Cross-Border Terror: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has reiterated that normal relations with Pakistan can move forward only in an environment free from terrorism, hostility and violence. In the Lok Sabha, he outlined India's diplomatic and strategic measures following the Pulwama and Pahalgam terror attacks. Separately, MoS External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh said India is pursuing permanent membership of an expanded UN Security Council through bilateral and multilateral engagements. Aug 7, 2026
Wanted terrorist

Rs 15 Lakh Reward for LeT Terrorist Suspected in Kulgam Migrant Worker Killings

Security forces have intensified counter-terror operations across Kashmir to track down LeT terrorist Mohammad Latif Bhat, who is suspected of involvement in the killing of two migrant labourers from Chhattisgarh in Kulgam and J&K Police Head Constable Ashiq Hussain in Anantnag. Jammu and Kashmir Police have announced a Rs 15 lakh reward for credible information leading to his arrest. Aug 7, 2026
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