Jammu and Kashmir

Massive search operation launched in higher reaches of Kathua district after Monday's terror attack

The terrorists involved in ambushing an Army vehicle in Kathua district on Monday were also responsible for attacking a police patrol on April 28 in the Basantgarh area of Udhampur.

Jul 9, 2024

India will defeat evil forces: Defence Secy on Kathua terror attack

The killing of five Army men in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district will not go unavenged, said Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane on Tuesday, adding that India will defeat the evil forces behind the attack.

Jul 9, 2024

Four soldiers lost their lives as terrorists ambushed Army vehicle in Kathua district

First-time terrorists attacked an Army vehicle in Kathua district which remained peaceful even during the peak of terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir.

Jul 9, 2024

Amarnath Yatra Pilgrims to Enjoy Improved Telecom Connectivity Along Yatra Routes

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) announced a significant upgrade in the telecom infrastructure on July 8, 2024, aimed at ensuring seamless mobile connectivity for pilgrims participating in the Amarnath Yatra. This initiative is a collaborative effort with major telecom service providers (TSPs) including Airtel, BSNL, and Reliance Jio. The upgrade is designed to provide continuous coverage along the Yatra routes.

Jul 8, 2024

Terrorists killed in Chinnigam encounter were planning to attack Amarnath Yatra

Terrorists killed in the Chinnigam encounter were locals and were involved in many terror incidents in south Kashmir.

Jul 8, 2024

Six terrorists killed in twin encounters in Kulgam district, major achievement: J&K DGP

The Inspector General of Police Kashmir zone said that more terrorists are believed to be trapped in the encounters as security forces have plugged all escape routes.

Jul 8, 2024

Absconding for four years, key accused in Kupwara narco-terror case arrested by NIA

Saleem Andrabi, who was running a narco-terror module, was already chargesheeted by the NIA for funding terror groups.

Jul 8, 2024

Nadda devises strategy with J&K BJP leaders to fight Assembly polls aggressively

During his two-day visit to Jammu, Nadda meets all senior leaders of J&K BJP in connection with the preparations for the forthcoming Assembly polls.

Jul 8, 2024

Kulgam encounters: Six terrorists killed, two soldiers lost their lives

Two soldiers of the Army lost their lives in the line of duty during encounters at the Modergam and Chinigam areas of South Kashmir's Kulgam district.

Jul 8, 2024

Killing of six terrorists major achievement, says J&K DGP

J&K Director General of Police (DGP) R.R. Swain said on Sunday that the killing of six terrorists in two encounters in Kulgam district was a major achievement for the security forces.

Jul 7, 2024

Election Commission accelerates preparations for Assembly poll in J&K

ECI team is likely to visit the poll-bound UT of Jammu and Kashmir to assess preparations for holding Assembly polls and to review the security scenario.

Jul 6, 2024

Army chief visits forward areas of Poonch; reviews operational preparedness along LoC in J&K

The Army chief was briefed on the operational preparedness by the commanders on the ground. He lauded all ranks for maintaining high standards of professionalism and exhorted them to remain steadfast in meeting all current and emerging security challenges.

Jul 3, 2024

Two cabs with same registration number seized from Jammu's bus stand

Interestingly the registration number is the same but the owners are not the same. The incident prompted a review of vehicle registration processes to prevent similar occurrences in the future. This incident is also a big security concern in J&K.

Jul 3, 2024

J&K Tourism Department invites Team India to explore Kashmir post T20 World Cup victory

As a gesture of appreciation, the J&K Tourism Department invites the winning team that ended the 11-year wait for the ICC trophy after beating South Africa by 7 runs in the final of the T20 World Cup 2024 in Barbados on June 29.

Jul 1, 2024

NIA gives consent for J&K candidate Engineer Rashid's oath-taking as MP

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday gave consent for incarcerated Engineer Rashid to take oath as a member of the 18th Lok Sabha on July 5.

Jul 1, 2024

Reasi terror attack: NIA conducts raids at multiple locations in Rajouri district of J&K

Sleuths of NIA conduct raids following disclosures of arrested OGW Hakim Deen. He was arrested for helping terrorists to executive attack on pilgrims on June 9.

Jun 30, 2024

Five soldiers including one JCO washed away in Eastern Ladakh river flash flood; HM, Def Min express condolences

A five-member tank crew was crossing the Shyok River near Saser Brangsa in Eastern Ladakh and was washed with the strong current of the water.

Jun 29, 2024

LG Manoj Sinha flags off first batch of Amarnath Yatra from Jammu base camp; over 4K pilgrims depart

Comprising 4,603 pilgrims, the first batch of the Amarnath Yatra reaches Kashmir, where members of civil society welcome the devotees.

Jun 28, 2024

Warring factions directed to work unitedly to take on BJP in J&K ahead of Assembly poll

The much-publicized meeting to bring a truce between two warring factions was held in New Delhi in the presence of Rahul Gandhi. Leaders of both groups were asked to shun their differences to face the challenge of BJP.

Jun 28, 2024

Properties of five Pakistan-based terror handlers attached in north Kashmir's Baramulla district

Sitting in Pakistan and PoJK, these terror handlers are involved in luring innocent youth to join terror ranks.

Jun 28, 2024