MCC’s approval of hybrid cricket bats amid rising English willow costs has sparked concern in Kashmir, where manufacturers fear the move will dilute the identity and global reputation of pure Kashmir willow bats.

As MCC backs hybrid bats, Kashmir willow faces an identity test

One terrorist was killed in an ongoing encounter in Kishtwar under Operation Trashi-I, while security forces earlier neutralised two Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists in a separate Udhampur operation.

Fresh encounter in Kishtwar: Terrorist killed after two neutralised earlier in Udhampur

According to official data, there are approximately 120–150 active terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir, with over 90 per cent being foreign nationals, primarily from Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.

J&K: Two terrorists killed in Udhampur encounter, operation underway

The Indian Army has been organising the ice cricket tournament for the past six years, despite heavy snowfall and challenging terrain.

Ice Cricket Premier League grows bigger in North Kashmir’s Gurez

The operations, which began in the early hours of the morning, targeted areas in North Kashmir, including the districts of Bandipora and Sopore, as well as Srinagar, according to NIA officials. 

NIA carries out multiple raids across Kashmir valley in crackdown on terror networks

During the initial cordon-and-search operation, the terrorists opened fire on the security forces, hurling grenades in the process. Three Indian Army soldiers were injured in the exchange, and one of them later succumbed to his injuries.

Contact re-established with terrorists in Kishtwar’s Dolgam area; joint operation Trashi-i intensifies

The assault has sparked alarm in Jammu and Kashmir, with political leaders and student unions expressing shock and condemnation. They are calling for an immediate and thorough investigation into the incident.

Outrage after 18-year-old Kashmiri shawl seller brutally assaulted by mob in Uttarakhand

According to the latest forecast from the Jammu and Kashmir meteorological department, Light rain and snow are expected at a few places on January 28. 

J&K: Sonmarg avalanche leaves area unharmed; authorities issue weather and travel advisory

Popular tourist destinations such as Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and Sonamarg are teeming with visitors, all of which have transformed into a complete winter wonderland.

Fresh snowfall disrupts life across Kashmir valley; flights cancelled, highways closed

 People hoisted the national tricolour near the iconic Clock Tower and participated in celebrations, with slogans of “Bharat Mata Ki Jai "echoing through the area.

Republic Day celebrated with enthusiasm at Srinagar’s Lal Chowk and Bakshi Stadium amid tight security

Prompt responses included delivering oxygen to a COPD patient in Shopian, evacuating pregnant women in Shopian, Kulgam, and Budgam, assisting a woman and her newborn in Qazigund, and relocating stranded nomadic families in Budgam to safe shelter. 

Army, J&K Police lead major rescue and relief efforts amid heavy snowfall in Kashmir

Security forces recovered a US-made M4 rifle along with ammunition from the encounter site. Search operations is underway in the area. 

Indian security forces kill Pakistani terrorist in an encounter in J&K's Kathua

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