Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha
Hope Rises: J&K Lt Governor's Job Initiative Transforms Lives of Terror Attack Victims
Dec 12, 2025 04:02 pm CST
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha's rehabilitation policy is bringing renewed hope to families affected by terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. Recently, 41 relatives of terror attack victims received government appointment letters, marking a significant step toward justice and healing for communities long suffering under the shadow of violence. The initiative represents the government's commitment to supporting victims while taking a firm stance against terrorism.
Jammu and Kashmir Administration Conflict: Lt Governor and Chief Minister Clash Over Job Age Relaxation Policy
Dec 06, 2025 10:31 pm CST
A significant dispute has erupted between Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah regarding age relaxation for government job applicants. The conflict centers on timing and procedure, affecting thousands of candidates scheduled for the J&K Administrative Service examination. Both officials have exchanged accusations about responsibility for delays, while job seekers continue advocating for increasing the age limit from 32 to 37 years to match standards in other Indian states.
Omar Abdullah Warns Against Religious Discrimination in Medical College Admissions
Nov 25, 2025 09:16 pm CST
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has warned that denying meritorious Muslim students admission to the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence based on religious grounds could lead to radicalization. The controversy emerged after BJP MLAs demanded reserving seats exclusively for students who have faith in Mata Vaishno Devi, despite admissions being merit-based through NEET exams.
Nowgam Police Station Blast: LG Confirms Accident During Sample Collection, Not Terrorist Attack
Nov 16, 2025 07:16 pm CST
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha confirmed the Nowgam Police Station blast was an accident during forensic sample collection, not terrorist-related. The explosion killed nine people and injured 32, with forensic teams currently investigating. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah promised support for victims' families, while National Conference president Farooq Abdullah called for an independent investigation into potential mishandling of explosives.
Al-Falah University Hired Professor Previously Dismissed for Terror Links Amid Delhi Blast Investigation
Nov 12, 2025 08:23 pm CST
Al-Falah University in Faridabad has employed Dr. Nisar-ul-Hassan, a professor previously dismissed by Jammu and Kashmir authorities for alleged terrorist connections. This revelation comes amid investigations into the November 10 Delhi blast that killed nine people, with several medical professionals linked to the university being arrested in connection with a suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed terror plot targeting multiple Delhi landmarks.
Kashmir Muslim Organizations Oppose Mandatory Vande Mataram Celebrations in J&K Schools
Nov 05, 2025 09:35 pm CST
Religious organizations in Kashmir have strongly opposed a government directive requiring schools across Jammu and Kashmir to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram. The Mutahida Majlis-e-Ulema (MMU), a coalition of religious scholars, claims the order infringes on religious freedoms by compelling Muslim students to participate in activities that conflict with Islamic teachings. They have appealed to Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to withdraw what they describe as a coercive directive.
J&K Revives Historic 150-Year-Old Darbar Move Tradition After 4-Year Hiatus
Nov 02, 2025 11:13 pm CST
After a four-year suspension, Jammu and Kashmir has officially restored the historic Darbar Move tradition, reestablishing the biannual capital shift between Srinagar and Jammu. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reinstated this 150-year-old practice to restore regional balance and economic stability, with the Civil Secretariat reopening in Jammu on November 3 as the winter capital.
1st Freight Train With Supplies For Army Reaches Kashmir, Returns With Apples
Sep 15, 2025 09:44 pm CST
In a first, a freight train delivered winter supplies to the Indian Army in Kashmir's Anantnag even as the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway remained closed for nearly three weeks.