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Jammu and Kashmir: Infiltration bid foiled in Nowshera sector of Rajouri district

An infiltration attempt by suspected terrorists was thwarted by the Indian Army near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Nowshera sector of Rajouri district. A mine blast was also reported during the incident. Search operations are currently underway.

Image Source : PTI/FILE PHOTOJammu & Kashmir Police and Special Operation Group (SOG) personnel during a counter-terror operation.

Edited By: Nitin Kumar

July 11, 2024 16:04 IST

The Indian Army successfully foiled an infiltration bid in the Jhanger Saria area near the LoC in Nowshera sector, Rajouri district. A group of suspected terrorists attempted to cross into Indian territory during the night.

Meanwhile, a blast occurred near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday night, prompting a search operation. Officials reported a blast across the LoC in the Laam sector of Rajouri district late Wednesday night. The explosion occurred very close to the zero line during a period of suspicious movement.

Search operation

Following the blast and reported suspicious movement, a search operation has been launched to investigate the incident and ensure the security of the area. Further details are awaited as the operation continues.

(Reported by Rahi Kapoor)

More details are awaited...