ARMY CORPS IN JAMMU AND KASHMIR
J-K: Four army personnel killed in Doda encounter
Four army personnel, including an officer, critically injured in a gunfight with heavily-armed terrorists, succumbed to their injuries early Tuesday in Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir, official sources confirmed. The encounter occurred when troops from the Rashtriya Rifles and the Special Operations Group of the Jammu & Kashmir Police launched a joint cordon and search operation in the Dhari Gote Urarbagi area of the Desa forest belt.
J-K: Infiltration bid foiled in Kupwara along LoC, three terrorists neutralised
In a significant operation, the Indian Army eliminated three hardcore foreign terrorists attempting to infiltrate across the Line of Control (LoC) in the Keran Sector of Kupwara District, Jammu and Kashmir, on the night of July 13-14. Acting on credible inputs, the Army, along with BSF and JKP, laid multiple ambushes along the infiltration route. Brigadier NR Kulkarni confirmed the terrorists, heavily armed and well-trained, were aiming to disrupt normalcy and the Amarnath Yatra. Following an intense firefight, the terrorists were neutralized, and a large cache of war-like stores was recovered.
Holding Pak responsible for terror not sufficient, need to go for self-introspection: Jitendra Singh
Union Minister Jitendra Singh emphasized the need for introspection beyond blaming Pakistan for recent terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir. Speaking in Kathua, he stressed the importance of addressing social issues that inadvertently aid terrorism. Singh outlined a new strategy involving army deployment in higher regions to restore peace swiftly after recent attacks. He urged local communities to collaborate with authorities against drug trafficking, illegal mining, and land encroachment, which fuel terrorism. Singh also highlighted ongoing efforts to enhance security measures and development initiatives in the region.
Kathua ambush: Security forces intensify search operations, more detained for questioning
In Kathua, senior police and Border Security Force officers from Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab met to discuss the security grid along the International Border (IB), from across which the terrorists are believed to have infiltrated, the officials said.
Use of M4 carbine assault rifles in terror attacks in J-K alarming: Experts
The use of American-made M4 carbine assault rifles by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir has raised concerns among experts. These rifles, left behind by the US Army after its Afghanistan pullout in 2021, have reportedly been obtained by terrorists through Pakistani handlers. The M4 carbine, known for its maneuverability and lethal steel bullets, poses a significant threat due to its advanced capabilities. Despite efforts to secure these weapons, their presence has intensified attacks in the region, prompting security forces to adapt strategies to counter this evolving threat.
Soldiers fired 5,189 rounds, forced terrorists to retreat: officials after Kathua ambush
Two days after the ambush in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district that killed five army personnel, officials are piecing together the events. Heavily armed terrorists attacked the 22 Garhwal regiment's convoy, but the jawans fired over 5,100 rounds to protect their injured colleagues and repel the terrorists. Despite injuries, soldiers like Rifleman Kartik Singh continued fighting. The ambush, claimed by the Kashmir Tigers, marks an escalation in violence. Security forces are conducting extensive search operations in Kathua and neighboring districts to apprehend the terrorists.
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Kathua Attack: Five slain soldiers hailed from Uttarakhand, CM Dhami pays tributes
The attack occurred on the Machedi-Kindli-Malhar road in a remote area, approximately 150 km from Kathua town, at around 3:30 pm. Elite para commandos have been deployed on the ground, engaging in intermittent exchanges of fire as the operation continues. Notably, this incident coincided with the 8th death anniversary of Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani, adding a sombre context to the situation.
DGP reviews ongoing anti-terror operation in J&K's Kathua
DGP R R Swain, with Vijay Kumar and Anand Jain, reviewed the Kathua operation targeting terrorists who ambushed two Army vehicles, killing and injuring five soldiers each. The 3:30 pm attack involved indiscriminate firing on Machedi-Kindli-Malhar road near Badnota. The search resumed post heavy rains with Army, police, CRPF, para-commandos, sniffer dogs, drones, and helicopters.
Killing of five Army personnel in Jammu & Kashmir's Kathua will not go unavenged, says government
Five Army personnel were killed and as many injured on Monday when a group of heavily-armed terrorists ambushed a patrolling party in Badnota area in Kathua. A massive search operation has already been launched to hunt down terrorists responsible for the attack. "I am deeply anguished at the loss of five of our brave Indian Army Soldiers in a terrorist attack in Badnota, Kathua (J&K)," the defence minister said on X.
Answer to continuous terrorist attacks is strict action, not hollow speeches: Rahul slams govt
The Congress has strongly condemned the recent terror attack on Army personnel in Kathua. Leaders like Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra express condolences and call for strict action against terrorism. The nation mourns the martyrs and stands united against violence.
5 armymen killed, 5 injured in terrorist ambush in Kathua
Five Army personnel, including a junior commissioned officer, were killed and five others injured in an ambush in a remote village of Kathua district. The attack occurred on the 8th death anniversary of Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani. Security forces are actively engaged in the area.
Jammu and Kashmir: Soldier injured as terrorists open fire on army camp in Rajouri district
A soldier from the Territorial Army was injured after terrorists attacked a security post in a village in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district early Sunday morning. The attackers opened fire on the sentry post in Manjakote area, leading to a retaliatory response from the troops, with the exchange lasting nearly half an hour before the terrorists escaped into the nearby forest, prompting a search operation to locate them.
Kulgam encounter: Death toll climbs to eight
The death toll in the twin encounters in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir climbed to eight on Sunday as security forces recovered bodies of two more terrorists, officials said. The twin encounters began on Saturday in two villages of Kulgam district."Bodies of two terrorists were recovered from Modergam encounter site while four bodies of terrorists were recovered from Chinnigam site," the officials said.
Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi takes over as Indian Army Chief; Gen Manoj Pande accorded with Guard of Honour on last day
General Upendra Dwivedi assumed command of the Indian Army on Sunday, becoming the 30th Chief of the Army. Hailing from Madhya Pradesh, he is a veteran of the Jammu and Kashmir Rifles and previously served as the Vice Chief of Army Staff from February of the same year. General Dwivedi attended Sainik School Rewa in Madhya Pradesh before joining the National Defence Academy in January 1981. He was commissioned into the 18th Battalion of the Jammu and Kashmir Rifles on December 15, 1984. Throughout his career, he has commanded this battalion in both the challenging terrains of Kashmir valley and the deserts of Rajasthan.
Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi to take over as Indian Army Chief on June 30
Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi will become the 30th Chief of the Indian Army, succeeding Gen Manoj Pande, who completed his 26-month tenure. Dwivedi has served as the Northern Army Commander, gaining experience in the military standoff on the Ladakh Frontier. Born on July 1, 1964, he has served in various commands, staff, and foreign appointments.
Three militants killed, cop injured in Jammu & Kashmir's Doda
Three militants were killed and a police officer injured in an encounter in the Sinno area of Gandoh, Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir. The militants were foreigners involved in attacks on armed forces earlier this month. Police have recovered three rifles from them, including two M4 carbines.
Security forces foil infiltration bid along LoC in Uri, 2 militants believed dead
Two militants are believed to have been killed, but their bodies have not been recovered yet as the area is on the LoC, the officials said. The Army is maintaining a tight cordon in the area and efforts are on to recover the bodies, they added.
Retired Pakistan Brigadier behind 2018 attacks in Jammu and Kashmir killed by unknown gunmen
Retired Pakistan army Brigadier Amir Hamza, known for ISIS-planned attacks against India, was killed by unknown gunmen in Jhelum district. He was the alleged mastermind of the 2018 Sunjwan Army camp attack where six jawans were killed and 12 injured. Hamza was ambushed in his car by four men on motorcycles. His wife and daughter were also injured. Police investigated the killing as a 'blind murder case.'
Terrorist killed in encounter with security forces in J-K's Bandipora
A terrorist was killed in a gunfight with security forces in the Aragam area of Bandipora district, Jammu and Kashmir. The encounter began after security forces launched a cordon and search operation based on intelligence about terrorist presence. The operation, a joint effort by the Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police, is ongoing. The identity of the slain terrorist is yet to be determined.
J-K: Search operation underway in Reasi after terror attack
State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) has also arrived in Reasi and drones are also being used in search operation in dense forest areas in and around the incident site.
Security agencies to take necessary steps to maintain stability along LoC, says senior Army officer
General Officer Commanding (GoC) of Army 15 Corps Lt General Rajiv Ghai was talking to reporters at the Bipin Rawat Stadium in Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla district after a function to felicitate Kargil War veterans on the 25th anniversary of Vijay Diwas.
J-K: Encounter breaks out between terrorists, security forces in Pulwama
An encounter broke out between terrorists and security forces in Nihama, Pulwama. Large cache of arms recovered in Kupwara. Indian Army eliminated three terrorists in Kulgam.
Attempt to murder case filed against 16 armymen in J&K
Jammu and Kashmir police have filed a case against 16 Army personnel, including three lieutenant colonels, in Kupwara district. The injured policemen were taken to SKIMS hospital in Srinagar for treatment.
Two terrorists killed as Army foils infiltration bid in J&K
"On specific intelligence input, a joint search operation was launched by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police in the general area of Amrohi, Tangdhar, and Kupwara on May 15, 2024," read a post on the official X handle of the army's Chinar Corps. During the subsequent search operation, two pistols, ammunition and other war-like stores were recovered, the post added.
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