FRESH SNOWFALL IN JAMMU AND KASHMIR
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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.
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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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Encounter in Doda; search operation in Kathua widened
On Tuesday afternoon, a gunfight erupted between the armed forces and infiltrators in Doda, Jammu and Kashmir. The exchange of fire took place during a cordon and search operation in the Ghadi Bhagwah forest following a tip-off about the presence of infiltrators in the area.
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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.
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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.
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Deploy 'full spectrum' of counterterror tools: PM Modi on situation in J&K
Prime Minister Narendra Modi calls for deployment of Indian counter-terror capabilities after terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, including fatal shooting of bus transporting pilgrims to temple in Reasi.
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Massive search operations continue in J-K to hunt down terrorists
Search operations in Jammu and Kashmir intensified to locate and neutralise terrorists behind recent attacks. . Security forces engaged in encounters, resulting in the deaths of suspected Pakistani terrorists and recovery of arms. Casualties were reported in Reasi, Kathua, and Doda districts. Authorities offered rewards for information on wanted terrorists, as search operations spread to various districts amid heightened alert for potential threats.
'Terrorists panicked, fired randomly': How security forces thwarted terror plot in Kathua
The terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district unfolded in a tense sequence, starting with two suspected infiltrators seeking water from villagers, who grew suspicious and raised an alarm. The terrorists responded with indiscriminate firing, injuring one person. Security forces engaged the terrorists, killing one while the other continued to resist. CRPF jawan Kabir Dass was critically injured and later succumbed to his wounds. Despite the intensity, DIG Sunil Gupta and SSP Anayat Ali Choudhary narrowly escaped harm. This incident follows a recent attack on a bus carrying pilgrims, highlighting ongoing security challenges in the region.
3 attacks in 3 days: After Reasi attack, terror strikes again in Jammu & Kashmir; security forces on high alert
Jammu & Kashmir has witnessed three separate attacks within a mere three-day period, escalating tensions in the region. Following a recent terrorist strike in Reasi, another wave of violence has unfolded, prompting intensified security measures. The attacks included an exchange of fire between terrorists and security forces in Doda district. Additionally, security forces also engaged in an operation to apprehend a terrorist hiding in Saida Sukhal village in Kathua district.
J&K: Encounter continues between terrorists, security forces in Doda; 6 injured
In Jammu and Kashmir's Doda, terrorists attacked a security checkpoint, injuring five soldiers and a sub-divisional special police officer. The encounter began after the attack on a joint checkpost by police and Rashtriya Rifles. This incident follows recent terror attacks in Hiranagar and Reasi, resulting in casualties and ongoing search operations.
Nine pilgrims killed, 33 injured as terrorists attack bus in J&K's Reasi
The officials said that the bus came under a suspected terrorist attack in the Kanda area of Teryath Village in Reasi district when it was on way from Shiv Khori temple to Katra, the base camp of Mata Vaishno Devi.
In J&K, former CMs Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti concede defeat
Former chief ministers Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti faced defeats in the Lok Sabha election results in Kashmir, with Mufti losing to Gujjar leader Mian Altaf Ahmad and Abdullah to former MLA Sheikh Abdul Rashid alias Engineer Rashid.
Pleasant surprise for tourists: Himachal Pradesh sees fresh snowfall. Videos go viral
Record-breaking heatwave in northwest and eastern India contrasts with snowfall delight in Himachal Pradesh. Rohtang in Manali sees fresh snowfall amidst IMD's forecast of rain and thunderstorms. Manali and Shimla experience varying amounts of rain.
2024 J&K Lok Sabha Elections: After bumper voting in Srinagar and Baramulla, Anantnag-Rajouri in focus
In absence of a BJP candidate, it is expected that a majority of the Pahari vote may go in favour of Mufti. While a large section of tribal population, including some Paharis, support Altaf of NC for his spiritual influence over the community, a deepening wedge between Paharis and Gujjar-Bakarwal is likely to make many Paharis to vote against Altaf. The Gujjar-Bakarwal community had protested against the government decision of giving reservation to Paharis.
Light to moderate rainfall predicted in various parts of North India; Here's IMD full forecast
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted light to moderate rainfall or snowfall in parts of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand, along with Delhi, Punjab, and West Uttar Pradesh. Snowfall disrupted life in Himachal Pradesh's tribal districts, with many roads blocked. Uttarakhand is expected to see rain and snow with thunderstorms. Delhi experienced showers, and thunderstorms are expected in some areas. IMD also predicts rain in Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh. Warmer summer and more heatwave days are expected nationwide, with above-normal rainfall in March.
260 stranded passengers airlifted in 'Kargil courier' between J&K and Ladakh
The Indian Air Force airlifted 260 stranded passengers between Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, bringing the total to 1,551 passengers since the launch of the service on January 22. The service, known as the Kargil courier, operates to help those stranded due to the closure of the Srinagar-Leh national highway because of heavy snowfall. The Kargil courier operates three days a week between Jammu and Srinagar, and twice a week between Srinagar and Kargil.
Srinagar-Leh Highway closed following fresh snowfall
Authorities have closed the Srinagar-Leh Highway for vehicular movement due to snow accumulation at Baltal in Jammu and Kashmir's Ganderbal District.
Road, air traffic hit by snowfall in Kashmir, landslide in Jammu; avalanche warning issued for hills
Snowfall in Kashmir Valley affects normal life as flights are cancelled, traffic is stopped, and heavy snowfall occurs. Snow clearing operations are slow due to slippery roads. Inbound and outbound flights from Srinagar airport are cancelled for the day. IndiGo cancels six flights due to bad weather. Avalanche warnings issued for hilly areas. Landslide halts traffic on Jammu-Srinagar highway.
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