Jammu and Kashmir

Riyaz Naikoo used VPN, chat apps; but a mobile phone led to his end

Naikoo was giving a slip to the security forces for the last three years but eventually, he was gunned down on Wednesday.

May 7, 2020

Deadly locusts crippling PAK yet perpetrating terror in India remains top priority

Mona Alam, a journalist from Pakistan, stated on Indian televisions that Pak's biggest worry as of now is 'tiddis' or locusts and If that is the case then how is Pak carrying out terrorist attacks on India.

May 6, 2020

Who is Riyaz Naikoo, top Hizbul terrorist in Jammu and Kashmir?

Riyaz Naikoo made his first public appearance in January 2016 during the funeral procession of Shariq Ahmad Bhat another local militant who was gunned down by security forces in Kashmir.

May 6, 2020

Top Hizbul terrorist Riyaz Naikoo killed in encounter in Kashmir's Beighpora

In a major anti-terrorism operation in the Valley, Jammu and Kashmir's most wanted terrorist and Hizbul chief Riyaz Naikoo has been killed in an encounter by security forces in Jammu and Kashmir, according to reports.

May 6, 2020

Fact Check: Did Handwara terrorist answer Colonel Ashutosh Sharma's phone?

As details started emerging, several reports claimed that Col Sharma's phone was answered by terrorists. However, the Army has said that it was just a speculation.

May 4, 2020

Handwara encounter: 'It was part of his duty,' Retd. Brigadier Sood, father of late Major Anuj

Indian Army's decorated officer Colonel Ashutosh Sharma, Major Anuj Sood, Naik Rajesh Kumar and Lance Naik Dinesh from the 21 Rashtriya Rifles. Police officer Shakeel Ahmad Qazi also made the supreme sacrifice in the operation.

May 3, 2020

Anantnag: Pregnant woman dies due to medical negligence; doctor, nurse suspended

A pregnant woman in Anantnag died due to medical negligence and her family stated that the doctors asked them to show it as a Covid-19 case.

May 3, 2020

'Assalamualaikum', answered Handwara terrorist when team called Col Sharma's mobile

The team led by Col Sharma entered the house and freed the civilians. However, when they were in an open compound, the terrorists resorted to heavy firing and Col Sharma, along with four other team members, were killed.

May 3, 2020

Two soldiers die of injuries as Pakistan violates ceasefire in J&K's Baramulla

In a ceasefire violation by Pakistan along the Line of Control on Friday, May 1 in Jammu and Kashmir's Rampur, two soldiers succumbed to injuries and died on Saturday, May 2.

May 2, 2020

J&K announces Rs 350 crore relief package for workers to survive coronavirus lockdown

Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Council has earmarked a relief fund worth Rs 350 crore for daily wagers and small-time entrepreneurs who have been rattled due to the COVID-19 lockdown.

Apr 30, 2020

Access to internet not fundamental right, can't provide 4G: J&K govt to SC

The J&K administration said that the right to access the internet is not a fundamental right and the right to freedom of speech and expression under Article 19(1)(a) and under Article 19(1)(g) through the medium of internet can be curtailed.

Apr 30, 2020

Kulgam encounter: Four terrorists killed in gunfight with security forces in J&K

Four terrorists were killed and an army officer injured in a fierce gunfight between security forces and holed up terrorists on Sunday, April 26 in Jammu & Kashmir's Kulgam district.

Apr 27, 2020

To ensure health, security of people, militants will be buried at safer, isolated places

Families who identify and claim the bodies of the slain militants will be allowed at the time of last rites.

Apr 25, 2020

Turf war between terror groups in Kashmir; Lashkar proxy TRF warns Hizbul against attacks on locals

The Lashkar fringe group, in what is perceived as a move to win the confidence of locals, said that it was against Hizbuls's attack on Kashmiri policemen and civilians.

Apr 25, 2020

Jammu and Kashmir: Two terrorists killed, police rescue abducted cop

The J&K security forces have managed to rescue an abducted police officer after terrorists had abducted him in South Kashmir.

Apr 24, 2020

Shopian encounter: Terrorist killed in gunbattle with security forces in J&K; operation underway

One terrorist was killed during an encounter on Friday, April 17 that broke out between security forces and terrorists in Dairoo Keegam village of Shopian district in Jammu and Kashmir.

Apr 17, 2020

Gunfight rages in Kashmir's Kulgam, terrorists trapped

During the cordon and search, terrorists hiding in a village fired at the security forces which led to an encounter.

Apr 11, 2020

Days after deadly encounter, Indian Army targets terror launchpads across LoC, releases video

The Indian Army said it has inflicted heavy damage on the Pakistani army's gun areas and terrorist launchpads.

Apr 11, 2020

J&K Govt's 'partial' Darbar-move draws criticism; Omar Abdullah joins chorus

The formal opening of annual darbar offices for the summer session 2020 in Srinagar is commenced to begin on May 4.

Apr 10, 2020

Pakistan violates ceasefire, heavy shelling continues amid lockdown in J&K's Kupwara

Heavy shelling between Indian and Pakistani troops on the Line of Control (LoC) on Friday, April 10 in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district created panic among people living close to the border.

Apr 10, 2020