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Manzoor Mir

Manzoor Mir, Bureau Head India TV, Kashmir has been working as a full time Journalist for over 23 years. Manzoor Mir has covered Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh extensively in the last two decades. And has been associated with India TV since 2001. Manzoor Mir is a Arts graduate and started his career in 1999. Starting his career with DD National and CNBC. He was associated with programs like Ankhon Dekhi, Aaj Ki Baat, Sargarmiyan. Manzoor Mir Joined India Tv in 2001 and since has been covering Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh region for the network since. Manzoor has been continuously reporting on every beat from the region. He has covered all the major incidents and stories from the valley, Be it sgr-Muzaffarabad road opening ,2005 earthquake, pulwama attack, amarnath yatra and latest kokernag operation. Manzoor is fond of travelling and exploring new places.

Two inmates nabbed under POCSO Act escape from Srinagar Central Jail; lookout notice issued
Jammu And Kashmir | Aug 23, 2026, 11:38 PM IST
The escaped inmates have been identified as Farman Khan, a resident of Sadanpora, Rajasthan, and Mukhtar Ahmed Gujar, a resident of Sanglan Chittergul in south Kashmir's Anantnag district.
Jammu and Kashmir to get another Vande Bharat Express; check route, timings and expected fare
Jammu And Kashmir | Aug 21, 2026, 04:07 PM IST
Jammu and Kashmir will get a third Vande Bharat Express connecting Jammu Tawi and Srinagar via Udhampur and Katra. Check the proposed route, timings, stoppages and expected fare of the new Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat train.
Pulwama welcomes return of Royal Premier League, fans gather in numbers to witness season opener
Cricket | Aug 20, 2026, 10:29 AM IST
The second season of the RPL (Royal Premier League) 2026 kicked off on August 19th in Pulwama, and what once was an area afflicted with death and tragedy was quickly transformed into a celebration of cricket as fans turned up in numbers to witness the clash.

Kashmir apples lose their shine as extreme weather causes Rs 300-400 crore crop loss; growers suffer
Jammu And Kashmir | Aug 19, 2026, 11:43 PM IST
Kashmir's apple crop has suffered extensive damage due to hailstorms, heavy rain and strong winds, with losses estimated at Rs 300-400 crore. South Kashmir is among the worst-hit regions, raising concerns for thousands of growers.
Baisaran Valley to get motorable road after Pahalgam terror attack: Know how much it will cost
Jammu And Kashmir | Aug 17, 2026, 05:30 PM IST
A motorable road worth of Rs Rs 6.09 crore is being built to connect Pahalgam's Baisaran Valley with the circuit road. The project is expected to improve tourist access, local connectivity and security after the 2025 terror attack.
Keran Valley along LoC witnesses historic I-Day celebration at midnight with fireworks
Jammu And Kashmir | Aug 15, 2026, 05:34 PM IST
In his Independence Day speech, CM Omar Abdullah said, " I realise that perhaps if our circumstances had not been altered in 2019, the people of Jammu and Kashmir from that region might today be protesting to rejoin us.”

Five killed as Haryana-registered Scorpio plunges into Chenab river in J-K's Kishtwar
Jammu And Kashmir | Aug 15, 2026, 02:39 PM IST
A Mahindra Scorpio SUV bearing registration number HR29 AG 0648 was travelling from Dangdaru to Sounder in the Kishtwar district when it lost control, skidded off the road and fell into the Chenab river, killing 5 people.
'Our blood has been drained': Omar Abdullah backs Indus Waters Treaty cancellation, slams Pakistan
Jammu And Kashmir | Aug 14, 2026, 11:51 PM IST
Omar Abdullah said Pakistan often claims to be a great well-wisher of the people of Kashmir but when it comes to water, where does that concern disappear? He also went on to ask where was their concern when our right to use our own rivers was taken away?
Massive cloudburst hits Ranga Mode area of Srinagar-Leh highway, triggers landslides
Jammu And Kashmir | Aug 13, 2026, 09:56 PM IST
As a precautionary measure, locals have been advised to avoid going near riverbanks and stay away from water channels.

Amarnath Yatra suspended from Jammu amid heavy rainfall; showers to continue till August 11
Jammu And Kashmir | Aug 08, 2026, 11:19 AM IST
Officials have suspended the Amarnath Yatra from Jammu because of the heavy rainfall in the region, which they said will likely continue till August 11. They said the yatra will resume later after the authorities analyse the situation.
SUV defies security barricade, flees despite warning shots in Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban; search on
Jammu And Kashmir | Aug 07, 2026, 02:08 PM IST
A Scorpio SUV broke and fled a security check in the Chanderkote area of Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban district, prompting an extensive search operation in the area.
Terrorist held with arms and ammunition in Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla during joint operation
Jammu And Kashmir | Aug 02, 2026, 10:08 AM IST
The joint operation was carried out jointly by the Indian Army's 46 Rashtriya Rifles, Baramulla Police, and 53 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).

Second worker, who was injured in Kulgam terror attack, dies in hospital; search operation underway
Jammu And Kashmir | Aug 01, 2026, 09:36 AM IST
The Jammu and Kashmir Police said security forces have cordoned off the area and launched a search operation to track down the attackers.
Migrant labourer shot dead, another injured in terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam
Jammu And Kashmir | Jul 31, 2026, 10:07 PM IST
Terrorists opened fire at two non-local workers at a brick kiln in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir. One labourer was killed in the attack while another sustained injuries.
Heavy rains near Holy Amarnath cave triggers low-intensity flash floods, no reports of loss of life
Jammu And Kashmir | Jul 30, 2026, 11:51 PM IST
A top official stated that the situation is now stable; the water that had come down from the hills has receded. There are no reports of any loss of life or property. The official is keeping an eye on the situation.

Two Army personnel injured in blast along Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Uri
India | Jul 28, 2026, 09:28 PM IST
The incident took place in the forward area of Kamalkote sector while the soldiers were on duty. The injured were immediately evacuated and airlifted to the Army’s Base Hospital at Badamibagh, Srinagar for advanced medical care.
39 Amarnath pilgrims injured as bus skids off road in Jammu and Kashmir's Ganderbal
Jammu And Kashmir | Jul 28, 2026, 09:49 AM IST
The bus fell on a house at Hariganwan after the driver lost control of the vehicle while navigating a curve. The house was badly damaged, but it prevented the bus from rolling into the Sindh river.
SOG personnel killed, another injured in terrorist firing in J-K's Anantnag, search ops underway
Jammu And Kashmir | Jul 22, 2026, 01:58 PM IST
An SOG policeman was killed and another injured after terrorists opened fire on security personnel in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district. Security forces have launched a massive search operation to trace the attackers.
Cloudburst triggers flash floods in J-K's Pahalgam, hotels and homes inundated | Video
Jammu And Kashmir | Jul 12, 2026, 10:33 AM IST
Torrential rains in Pahalgam caused flash floods, inundating several hotels and homes. There was no report of any loss of life or injuries. The administration is closely monitoring the situation.
Omar Abdullah accuses BJP of poaching NC's MLAs, saffron party gives ultimatum: 'Prove or apologise'
Jammu And Kashmir | Jul 12, 2026, 07:20 AM IST
Omar Abdullah accused the BJP of trying "to break the National Conference" by poaching his MLAs by offering "money, ministerial berths" and now "statehood". The saffron party asked Abdullah to prove his charges or apologise.