RAJOURI ENCOUNTER
Three suspected JeM terrorists killed in gunfight with security forces in J&K's Doda
Three terrorists, suspected to be affiliated with the Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) outfit, were killed in a gunfight that lasted over six hours in a forest area in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district. The incident occurred amid an intensified cordon-and-search operation launched by the police, Army, and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) following twin terrorist attacks in the hill district on June 11 and 12. Security forces intensified their anti-terrorist operations and announced a cash reward of Rs 5 lakh each on information about four Pakistani terrorists believed to have infiltrated the district.
Two unidentified militants killed in an encounter in Sopore
In Hadipora, Sopore district, northern Kashmir, an encounter resulted in the killing of two unidentified militants and injury of a policeman. The militants, identified as Usman and Umar from Pakistan, were killed after opening fire on a joint operation by police, Army, and CRPF conducting a search operation. The injured policeman is reported to be stable. This follows the recent killing of a local Lashkar-e-Toiba militant in Bandipora.
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.
Killing of IAF corporal, village defence guard: Search operation intensified in Jammu
Security forces have intensified search operations in the Poonch and Rajouri districts of Jammu region to track down terrorists responsible for attacking an IAF convoy, resulting in the death of an IAF corporal. The operation has expanded to areas in Doda, Udhampur, and Kathua districts to locate two groups involved in killing a village defence guard. The search includes the use of surveillance equipment and drones, with no trace of the terrorists so far. Twenty-two people have been detained for questioning, and CCTV footage is being reviewed for leads.
Village Defence Guard member killed in encounter with gunmen in J&K's Udhampur
A Village Defence Guard member was killed in a confrontation with unidentified gunmen in Panara village of Basantgarh in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district. The incident occurred when armed forces, accompanied by the VDG member Muhammad Shareef, encountered individuals behaving suspiciously. An exchange of fire ensued, resulting in Shareef's injury and subsequent death. The J&K Police initiated action based on intelligence about terrorists near Basantgarh police station, leading to the clash.
J&K sees uptick in militant activities amid polls; two army personnel injured in encounter
This is the second encounter in Kashmir valley in less than two weeks. J&K Police said that a contact was established between militants and armed forces on Wednesday morning in Renji forest area of Bandipora's Aragam village and the search operation is going on.
Army chief Gen Manoj Pande to visit Rajouri sector today to review ongoing counter-terrorist operations
Indian Army Chief General Manoj Pande is set to visit the Rajouri sector on Monday. This comes in the wake of a recent terror attack in the region, where four soldiers lost their lives. General Pande aims to assess and oversee the ongoing counter-terrorist operations taking place in the area.
Poonch, Rajouri see spike in militant action in last three years
Over the past three years, the border districts of Poonch and Rajouri in Jammu and Kashmir have witnessed a sudden spurt in militant activities, starting with the recovery of sticky bombs in February 2021 in Samba followed by drone attack on Indian Air Force's Jammu base in June that year, government insiders said.
Rajouri-Poonch likely to get new sector chief; inquiry to find if SOPs violated
Sources said that a new sector commander of the Rashtriya Rifles (RR) is likely to take charge soon. An inquiry was on to establish if standing operating procedures were violated in recent attacks by terrorists on Army personnel, they said. The Army has elaborate laid down procedures to deal with terrorist-related incidents that have been defined through decades of experience fighting insurgencies.
Rajouri Encounter: Indian Army shares pictures of J-K forest hideout used by terrorists
The Indian Army located a hideout in the forests of Rajouri district used by terrorists in the recent encounter where five army personnel lost their lives. The army shared images of the "small cave," emphasizing the difficulty in detecting and breaching such hideouts. Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi revealed that some terrorists who crossed into India were retired Pakistani soldiers, possibly trained in various countries including Pakistan and Afghanistan.
'They must not become just another statistic.' Anand Mahindra mourns 5 Army personnel killed in Rajouri, salutes extraordinary courage that keeps 'a billion of us safe'
The business leader said it takes exemplary courage to defend one's country and its citizens.
Army, police pay tributes to 5 soldiers killed in Rajouri encounter
Security forces honored five personnel killed in a Jammu and Kashmir encounter. A 36-hour gunfight in Darmsal led to the demise of two terrorists, including an LeT commander, and five soldiers, among them two captains. A solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the Army General Hospital Rajouri paid tribute to the martyrs: Captains Pranjal and Gupta, Havaldar Majid, Lance Naik Bisht, and Paratrooper Laur, survived by their grieving families. The fallen soldiers' remains are being sent home for final rites.
Top LeT commander among two terrorists killed in encounter in Rajouri
The officials said firing was halted in the night and the area was put under cordon. Firing resumed on Thursday morning, and two terrorist were killed, they said and added that the operation is in its final phase.
Jammu and Kashmir: Rajouri operation continues for second day
Rajouri encounter extends to its second day, while four army personnel martyred. Special Forces deployed after terrorist movement intel. Intense operations in Kalakote Area, Gulabgarh Forest ongoing. Terrorists injured, surrounded; efforts to prevent civilian harm in progress, per Indian Army's White Knight Corps. Contact established on November 22, ongoing firefight. More updates are awaited amid anti-terror operations.
4 Army men killed in encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir
Officials said two captains, a havildar and a jawan have lost their lives during the encounter. A major and another jawan suffered injuries in the encounter, they said, adding the injured have been shifted to the Army's Command Hospital in Udhampur.
J-K: Four army personnel killed in encounter with terrorists in Rajouri
"16 Corps Commander and Rashtriya Rifles' Romeo Force commander are monitoring the operations closely," sources said. Based on specific intelligence Joint Operations launched in Kalakote Area Gulabgarh forest Rajouri, District. "The terrorists have been injured and surrounded and operations are in progress, " said Indian Army's White Knight Corps on the ongoing anti-terror operation in the Kalakote area of Rajouri, J&K.
Terrorist killed in encounter in J-K's Rajouri
In Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district, an encounter between militants and a joint team of security forces resulted in the death of a terrorist. The gun battle occurred during a Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) in the Guller-Behrote area of Budhal tehsil.
Mehbooba Mufti, Omar Abdullah question bail to army officer convicted of killing 3 civilians in Shopian
The three men hailing from Rajouri district of Jammu region -- Imtiyaz Ahmed, Abrar Ahmed and Mohammed Ibrar -- were killed in a remote hilly village in Shopian district on July 18, 2020 and labelled as "terrorists". National Conference leader Abdullah said on Tuesday, "We are reminded repeatedly by the Centre that our blood is cheap, that there is no value of our blood. When our people get killed, no body is bothered."
J-K: Terrorist neutralised as encounter breaks out in Rajouri
According to sources, one terrorist has been neutralized in the ongoing encounter. Indian Army Para Commandos are also engaged in the encounter. The area has been cordoned off by the Indian Army, sources said.
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