Jammu and Kashmir Archives

16 Dec

Counter-Intelligence Unit Launches Valley-Wide Action in Militancy Probe

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Srinagar (Rajeev Sharma): In a significant security operation, the Counter Intelligence branch of the Jammu and Kashmir Police carried out simultaneous searches at multiple locations across the Kashmir Valley on Tuesday morning, officials said. The exercise began in the pre-dawn hours and extended to seven districts. Authorities stated that the move is linked to an ongoing investigation into suspected terror-related activities, including efforts to spread extremist narratives and encourage radicalisation among local youth. According to officials familiar with the operation, the searches are part of a case targeting individuals believed to be involved in supporting or endorsing militant groups, either…

03 Dec

Major Fire Erupts in Srinagar’s Nowpora Area, Several Houses Damaged

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Srinagar: A major fire swept through the densely populated Nowpora area of Srinagar on Wednesday, damaging at least four to five houses in the narrow locality. The blaze broke out around 1:45 pm, prompting an immediate response from emergency services as fire tenders from nearby stations rushed to the spot.Firefighters struggled with the congested lanes but managed to draw water directly from the Jhelum River to battle the flames. Deputy Director of Fire and Emergency Services, Mir Aquib, said teams were able to contain the fire within the affected cluster of homes and prevent it from spreading further.He said that…

20 Sep

Jammu and Kashmir Counter Intelligence Wing Executes Raids Across Multiple Locations

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Srinagar (Rajeev Sharma): In a major operation aimed at countering terror activities in Jammu and Kashmir, the Police's Counter Intelligence Wing conducted raids at eight different locations across the Kashmir Valley on Saturday. Officials confirmed that the searches were part of an ongoing investigation into terror-related offenses, marking another significant effort by security agencies to disrupt insurgent networks in the region. The operation, which spanned several areas in the valley, was executed following months of intelligence-gathering efforts. The raids were reportedly aimed at collecting critical evidence and dismantling local terror cells suspected of harboring and aiding militants. Sources close to…

08 Sep

Terrorist Killed, Army Officer Injured in Kulgam Encounter

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Kulgam (Rajeev Sharma): A fierce gunfight broke out in the Gudar forest area of South Kashmir’s Kulgam district after security forces launched an anti-terror operation based on intelligence inputs. During the exchange of fire, an Army Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) sustained injuries and was quickly shifted to a hospital for treatment. Officials confirmed that his condition is stable. In a significant development, one terrorist was also neutralized during the ongoing encounter. His identity is yet to be ascertained. The operation was launched jointly by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police’s Special Operations Group (SOG), and the Central Reserve Police…

28 Aug

Two Terrorists Eliminated in Foiled Infiltration Bid Along LoC in Gurez, Bandipora

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Srinagar (National Times): Two unidentified terrorists were shot dead in a joint anti-infiltration operation near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Naushehra Nard area of Gurez sector in north Kashmir’s Bandipora district, the Army said on Thursday. The operation was launched after specific intelligence input from the Jammu and Kashmir Police indicated a possible infiltration attempt in the region. Acting swiftly, personnel from the Indian Army and J&K Police initiated a coordinated search in the densely forested area near the LoC. According to a statement shared by the Army's Chinar Corps on platform X (formerly Twitter), the alert troops…

17 Aug

Suspicious ‘PIA’ Balloon Recovered in Samba District, Jammu and Kashmir

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Samba, Aug 17, 2025 – Authorities in Samba district recovered a balloon shaped like an airplane, colored white and green, bearing the letters “PIA,” in the Ramgarh area on Sunday.The incident has prompted a security review, though officials have not reported any immediate threats linked to the object. Investigations are ongoing to determine its origin and purpose.Local authorities have advised residents to remain cautious and report any unusual objects or activity.

17 Aug

Four Killed After Cloudburst Triggers Flash Floods in Kathua

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Kathua, J&K (Rajeev Sharma): A devastating cloudburst in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kathua district late Saturday night left four people dead and several others injured, officials confirmed on Sunday. The incident occurred in Janglote village, causing sudden flooding and heavy damage to nearby infrastructure. The impact of the cloudburst was severe, washing away parts of NH-44, damaging a railway line, and submerging a local police station. Rescue teams, supported by the Army and paramilitary forces, have been deployed to assist residents and clear affected areas. Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh said he had spoken to senior police officials in Kathua and…

09 Aug

Kulgam Encounter Claims Lives of Two Army Personnel, Search Operation Continues

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Srinagar (Rajeev Sharma): Two soldiers were killed in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district as security forces continue a prolonged anti-terror mission that has now stretched into its ninth day, the Indian Army said on Saturday. The operation, codenamed Op Akhal, was launched earlier this month after credible intelligence reports about the presence of heavily armed terrorists in the region. Officials confirmed that Lance Naik Pritpal Singh and Sepoy Harminder Singh lost their lives after sustaining critical injuries in an overnight exchange of fire. Two other soldiers were wounded and are undergoing treatment. Paying tribute to the fallen soldiers, the Chinar…

20 Jun

J&K CM Omar Abdullah Rejects Canal Proposal, Says “Why should I send water to Punjab?”

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Jammu (National Times): Amid rising concerns over regional water security, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has categorically rejected a central proposal to construct a 113 km-long canal to transfer excess water from rivers in J&K to Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan. In an emphatic statement, Abdullah said, “There is a drought-like situation in Jammu. Why should I send water to Punjab? Punjab already had water under the Indus Water Treaty. Did they help us when we needed water?” The proposed canal, intended to optimize water usage across northern India, aims to divert surplus flow from the western rivers of…

08 Jun

Taller Than Eiffel Tower: PM Modi Inaugurates World’s Highest Railway Bridge Over Chenab River in Jammu & Kashmir

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Jammu & Kashmir (National Times): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated the world’s tallest railway bridge, the Chenab Rail Bridge, a colossal structure rising 359 metres above the riverbed, surpassing the Eiffel Tower by 35 metres. Constructed at a cost of Rs 1,486 crore over more than eight years, the bridge is a key part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project aimed at enhancing connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir. The engineering marvel was built using 28,660 megatonnes of steel and is designed to withstand extreme weather, earthquakes, and other natural calamities. Notably, it is equipped with advanced safety…