Jammu and Kashmir Archives

11 Nov

Kulgam Terrorist Attack: 3 CRPF Personnel Hurt After Gunmen Target Security Checkpoint In Jammu And Kashmir

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Kulgam (Gurpreet Singh): Three personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) were wounded after gunmen opened fire at a security checkpoint in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district on Wednesday afternoon. The incident occurred at around 2:15 pm near a bridge on an interior road leading from Meerpur, below the highway. Initial reports said the attackers fired at CRPF personnel deployed at the checkpoint before escaping. The injured jawans were taken to Government Medical College (GMC) in Anantnag for medical attention. Two personnel suffered minor injuries, while the third sustained a bullet injury to his back. The latter is reportedly…

31 Oct

Omar Abdullah Marries Journalist Nidhi Razdan Under Special Marriage Act; Families Attend Wedding Functions

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Jammu (Gurpreet Singh): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has married television journalist Nidhi Razdan in a ceremony solemnised under the Special Marriage Act, according to sources. Omar, 56, announced the beginning of a new chapter in his life through a post on X on Saturday. “A new journey began yesterday...” he wrote, tagging Nidhi and sharing four photographs of the couple. Sources said the marriage took place on Friday, with family members from both sides serving as witnesses. Omar Abdullah and Nidhi Razdan's Wedding in Srinagar and Delhi Wedding functions were held in Srinagar and New Delhi and…

12 Oct

Four Suspected Infiltrators Killed in Landmine Blast Along Line of Control in Poonch

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Pooch (Gurpreet Singh): Four suspected Pakistani infiltrators attempting to breach the Line of Control (LoC) were killed in a powerful landmine explosion on Monday in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district. The blast occurred near Nangi Tekri in the Krishna Ghati sector, an area characterized by steep ridges and dense foliage that has historically served as a critical infiltration corridor for cross-border militants. According to Military Intelligence sources, Indian Army surveillance units spotted four bodies lying near the zero line following the blast. Pakistani troops subsequently recovered two of the bodies from across the perimeter, while the remaining two were visible…

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…