Security forces in the wake of recent terror attacks in the valley are planning to launch a massive counter-terror operation to target terrorists and thwart Pakistan's attempt to increase terror activities in Jammu and Kashmir.
Farooq Abdullah on Article 370: The central government, in August 2019, announced the revocation of the special status of Jammu and Kashmir granted under Article 370 and split the region into two union territories.
Kashmir is currently under the grip of "Chilla-i-Kalan", a 40-day harsh winter period, when a cold wave sweeps the region and temperatures drop considerably leading to the freezing of water bodies as well as water in pipes.
Jammu and Kashmir news: It may be mentioned that police had arrested two hybrid LeT terrorists in May last year in Chanapora area from whose possession 15 pistols, 30 magazines, 300 rounds and one silencer were recovered.
Srinagar's Lal Chowk witnessed a mesmerising moment when the locals gathered at the iconic venue to welcome 2024 with light shows and tricoloured lights installed at the place. WATCH
J&K Director General of Police revealed the conspiracy led by Pakistan-based terrorist Arjumand and local mastermind Danish Ahmad Malla. The arrested individuals, Imtiyaz Khanday and Mehnaan Khan, are considered "hybrid" terrorists who blend into normal life after attacks.
A fire broke out at the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) camp in the Pathan Chowk area of Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir.
The incident took place at Sharifabad camp in the outskirts of the Srinagar city. The body of the Army officer was sent for post-mortem.
Jammu and Kashmir: Constable Mohammad Hafiz was fired upon by terrorists at Hamdaniya Colony in Bemina locality, the officials said. Hafiz is a resident of Karnah in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district but presently lives in Bemina, they further stated.
All the seven people belonged to Kerala. The driver of the car is critically injured and has been referred to Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) Soura for treatment.
Seven Kashmiri students, who were arrested by the police in Ganderbal district after they allegedly celebrated the loss of India’s World Cup final match against Australia, were granted bail on Saturday from a local court.
Amid gripping chilly weather, all government and recognised private schools of the Kashmir division will observe the winter vacation for around three months.
Two terrorists and five army soldiers, including two captains, have been killed in the encounter. Both terrorists and a soldier were killed on Thursday while four soldiers, including two captains, were killed on Wednesday.
According to reports, there was an explosion near the temple at 8:40 pm, the sound of which was heard far and wide. However, no one was injured in the incident.
Jammu and Kashmir news: Houseboats are floating palaces on the Dal and Nigeen Lakes in Srinagar city. These are high-end luxury dwellings engaged by affluent tourists who visit the Valley.
The two terror associates arrested from Srinagar have been identified as Yawar Rashid and Basit Nabi. Arms and ammunition have also been recovered from them.
Jammu and Kashmir: A police official was shot at Eidgah in Srinagar while he was playing cricket with local boys. He has now been shifted to a hospital for treatment.
A tragedy on the Srinagar-Kupwara highway near Handwara has been averted. Terrorists had planted an IED with LPG cylinders on the highway. However, the incident was averted when an air defence unit in the area detected it.
Friday prayers were not allowed at the historic Jamia Masjid in Srinagar amid fears over post-prayers protests in the Valley against Israel's actions on Gaza.
Incriminating materials, arms and ammunition including one pistol, one pistol magazine and 8 live rounds were recovered from terrorists possession.
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