Jammu and Kashmir

Jammu and Kashmir CM Mehbooba Mufti takes on China on Amarnath yatra attack; death toll rises

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti has hit out at China over its silence on the Amarnath yatra terror attack, even as the death toll in the incident rose to eight. Read to know more.

Jul 16, 2017

India brushes off China's offer on resolving Kashmir issue, says it's a bilateral issue with Pakistan

India's position is very clear. It is addressing all issues, including Kashmir, with Pakistan in a bilateral framework," MEA spokesperson Gopal Baglay said.

Jul 13, 2017

Haryana: Imam slapped by Bajrang Dal men for refusing to say 'Vande Mataram' and 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai'

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Jul 13, 2017

Intercepted transcript reveals Pakistan is supplying chemical weapons to Hizbul Mujahideen

Our next programme will be after Eid...We will plan our next move after Eid," the transcript says.

Jul 12, 2017

3 local militants including Hizbul commander killed in Kashmir's Badgam

Security forces surrounded Radbug village in Magam area after they received inputs on presence of militants.

Jul 12, 2017

Amarnath Yatra attack: World leaders express condolences over loss of lives in Anantnag

Seven Amarnath Yatra pilgrims were killed after terrorists attacked a bus on the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway in the Batengoo area of Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district on Monday.

Jul 11, 2017

Amarnath Yatra attack: Meet Sheikh Salim Gafoor, the bus driver who saved over 50 lives

Sheikh Salim Gafoor, a bus driver, saved over 50 lives by not panicking and driving the vehicle to safety despite heavy firing by terrorists in Anantnag.

Jul 11, 2017

Amarnath Yatra attack updates: 7 pilgrims killed, 15 injured in Anantnag; PM Modi condemns 'dastardly' act

Last month, an intel report had indicated that terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir have been "directed" to carry out an attack on pilgrims and police officials on the annual Amarnath Yatra.

Jul 10, 2017

Jammu & Kashmir jeep parade: SHRC orders state govt to pay Rs 10 lakh to victim

Farooq Ahmad Dar was tied to the bonnet of an Indian Army jeep to prevent locals from pelting soldiers with stones during the Srinagar bypolls on April 9.

Jul 10, 2017

Amid Sikkim standoff, China threatens to enter Jammu and Kashmir on behalf of Pakistan

A Chinese expert has now said in the Global Times editorial that the country's troops could enter Jammu and Kashmir on behalf of Pakistan like India did in the Doklam region.

Jul 10, 2017

Jammu and Kashmir: Indian Army soldier, wife killed in Pakistan ceasefire violation in Poonch

Pakistan on Saturday violated ceasefire in the Poonch sector of Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in the death of an Indian Army soldier and his wife. Read to know more.

Jul 8, 2017

Burhan Wani death anniversary: J&K remains tense; social media sites, Internet services shut

The situation in Jammu and Kashmir remains tense ahead of the first death anniversary of Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani.

Jul 7, 2017

Jammu and Kashmir: Two terrorists killed in Pulwama encounter

Two terrorists — identified as Kifayat and Jehangir Khandey — were killed while three more are still believed to be holed up inside a building.

Jul 3, 2017

Centre plans 'operation clean-up' to curb terrorism in Kashmir

The Central government is reported to have come up with a three-fold plan, which includes launching an offensive on terrorists, keeping tabs on journalists and writers, and tightening their grip on separatists.

Jul 3, 2017

Anantnag encounter: Top LeT commander Bashir Lashkari gunned down; 2 civilians killed

Two civilians, including a woman, also lost their lives while several others got injured in cross-firing between terrorists and security forces.

Jul 1, 2017

Amarnath Yatra: Intel report points at possible terrorist attack on pilgrims

Ahead of commencement of the annual Amarnath Yatra, a report by intelligence agencies indicated that terrorists in J&K have been "directed" to kill around 100-150 pilgrims and 100 police officials.

Jun 26, 2017

World's highest railway line coming up from Bilaspur to Leh via Manali in India

Indian Railways is all set to begin the final location survey of the Bilaspur-Manali-Leh line in Jammu and Kashmir this week, at an altitude of 3,300 metre. Read to know why India is building the highest railway track in the world.

Jun 25, 2017

Gunfight in Srinagar between security forces, militants

A sub-inspector of the CRPF was killed and two troopers injured in the attack after which the militants entered the DPS complex. Security forces immediately surrounded the school complex.

Jun 25, 2017

Mehbooba Mufti warns Kashmiris against testing limits of 'restrained' security forces

Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Mehbooba Mufti, who called the lynching of Deputy SP Mohammed Ayub Pandith a "shameful act", has warned the citizens of the valley not to test the patience of the security forces.

Jun 23, 2017

Jammu and Kashmir: 'Chota Geelani' killed in clashes with cops after Pulwama encounter

A protester nicknamed "Chota Geelani" has been killed in clashes between protesters and security forces in the Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir. Read to know more.

Jun 22, 2017