<p>A terrorist was gunned down on Monday during an<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jk-hizbul-commander-killed-in-encounter-at-doda-district-274478"> encounter with security forces</a> in Jammu and Kashmir.</p>

<p>The encounter broke out after the terrorists opened fire on a patrol team in Anantnag district of Kashmir.</p>

<p>A <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jammu-and-kashmir-2-terrorists-killed-in-encounter-between-security-forces-and-terrorists-in-awantipora-276529">soldier of the Indian Army</a> was also injured in the encounter.</p>

<p>The security forces have cordoned off the area.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This comes just one day after two terrorists were gunned down in Awantipora district during an encounter with security forces.</p>

<p>On January 20, &nbsp;Jammu and Kashmir Police killed three dreaded terrorists, including a top commander of Hizbul Mujahideen.</p>

<p>"With the elimination of this group the fear among the public will wane away," the cop explained."Hizbul Mujahideen is on the verge of being completely wiped out in South Kashmir," J&amp;K DGP Dilbag Singh had told media after the encounter.&nbsp;</p>

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A terrorist was gunned down on Monday during an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir. The encounter broke out after the terrorists opened fire on a patrol team in Anantnag district of Kashmir.

A terrorist was gunned down on Monday during an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir. The encounter broke out after the terrorists opened fire on a patrol team in Anantnag district of Kashmir. A soldier of the Indian Army was also injured in the encounter. The security forces have cordoned off the area. This comes just one day after two terrorists were gunned down in Awantipora district during an encounter with security forces. On January 20, Jammu and Kashmir Police killed three dreaded terrorists, including a top commander of Hizbul Mujahideen. "With the elimination of this group the fear among the public will wane away," the cop explained."Hizbul Mujahideen is on the verge of being completely wiped out in South Kashmir," J&K DGP Dilbag Singh had told media after the encounter.

J&K: One terrorist gunned down in encounter with security forces; 1 soldier injured

<p>Police on Wednesday killed three Hizbul Mujahideen terrorists led by commander Nasir Chadru in an encounter.</p>

<p>"All 3 Hizbul terrorists led by commander Nasir Chadru are reported dead in an encounter in Anantnag," Jammu and Kashmir police said.</p>

<p>The encounter between the police team and terrorists broke out in the wee hours of Wednesday.</p>

<p>The police team is conducting search operations in the area, they have also recovered arms and ammunition from the site.</p>

<p>There has been no reports of injury to the police team yet.</p>

<p>The identity of the two other terrorists is being ascertained."Three terrorists killed. Arms and ammunition recovered. Identity and affiliation being ascertained. Search continues," a tweet by the official handle of the Kashmir Zone police read.&nbsp;<br />
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Police on Wednesday killed three Hizbul Mujahideen terrorists led by commander Nasir Chadru in an encounter. "All 3 Hizbul terrorists led by commander Nasir Chadru are reported dead in an encounter in Anantnag," Jammu and Kashmir police said.

Police on Wednesday killed three Hizbul Mujahideen terrorists led by commander Nasir Chadru in an encounter. "All 3 Hizbul terrorists led by commander Nasir Chadru are reported dead in an encounter in Anantnag," Jammu and Kashmir police said. The encounter between the police team and terrorists broke out in the wee hours of Wednesday. The police team is conducting search operations in the area, they have also recovered arms and ammunition from the site. There has been no reports of injury to the police team yet. The identity of the two other terrorists is being ascertained."Three terrorists killed. Arms and ammunition recovered. Identity and affiliation being ascertained. Search continues," a tweet by the official handle of the Kashmir Zone police read.

Anantnag: 3 Hizbul terrorists killed in police encounter

<p>The civilian, who was injured in a terrorist firing in Kokernag area of Anantnag district on Saturday, has been identified as Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) worker.</p>

<p>According to police sources, the injured person identified as Sajjad Mantoo had received gunshot wounds in his thigh, hand and abdomen but is in stable condition now.</p>

<p>Mantoo is a Panch and his wife is a Sarpanch. Both of them are PDP affiliates.Jammu and Kashmir Police had earlier said the injured has been shifted to the hospital.</p>

<p>In another incident in the district, three unidentified terrorists had stopped a load carrier vehicle in Buminabad area and set ablaze its contents, which mainly consisted of apple packaging materials.&nbsp;</p>

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The civilian, who was injured in a terrorist firing in Kokernag area of Anantnag district on Saturday, has been identified as Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) worker.

The civilian, who was injured in a terrorist firing in Kokernag area of Anantnag district on Saturday, has been identified as Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) worker. According to police sources, the injured person identified as Sajjad Mantoo had received gunshot wounds in his thigh, hand and abdomen but is in stable condition now. Mantoo is a Panch and his wife is a Sarpanch. Both of them are PDP affiliates.Jammu and Kashmir Police had earlier said the injured has been shifted to the hospital. In another incident in the district, three unidentified terrorists had stopped a load carrier vehicle in Buminabad area and set ablaze its contents, which mainly consisted of apple packaging materials.

Anantnag: Civilian injured in terrorist firing affiliated to PDP

<p>A grenade attack took place in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district on Saturday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Jammu and Kashmir Police tweeted out about the attack stating that at least 10 people have been injured including a reporter and a traffic policeman, although the injuries are not severe.</p>

<p>"Update. 10 persons including a traffic policeman and a journalist injured. Only minor injuries reported so far. Follow up action initiated. Police on job to identity &amp; nab the culprit," the tweet read.&nbsp;</p>

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10 persons including a traffic policeman and a journalist injured.Only minor injuries reported so far.Follow up action initiated.<br />
Police on job to identity &amp; nab the culprit.<a href="https://twitter.com/KashmirPolice?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KashmirPolice</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/diprjk?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@diprjk</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ZPHQJammu?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ZPHQJammu</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PIBHomeAffairs?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PIBHomeAffairs</a> <a href="https://t.co/m7ANlQA8uV">https://t.co/m7ANlQA8uV</a></p>
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<p>According to reports, the attack was carried out at the Deputy Commissioner's office. More details are awaited.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The attack comes right after an intel input warned of a possible terror strike in the national capital ahead of the festive season.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Sources also added that the input specifically mentioned a possible security threat to the national capital and Kashmir, news agency ANI reported on Thursday.&nbsp;</p>


A grenade attack took place in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district on Saturday. Jammu and Kashmir Police tweeted out about the attack stating that at least 10 people have been injured including a reporter and a traffic policeman, although the injuries are not severe.

A grenade attack took place in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district on Saturday. Jammu and Kashmir Police tweeted out about the attack stating that at least 10 people have been injured including a reporter and a traffic policeman, although the injuries are not severe. "Update. 10 persons including a traffic policeman and a journalist injured. Only minor injuries reported so far. Follow up action initiated. Police on job to identity & nab the culprit," the tweet read. Update. 10 persons including a traffic policeman and a journalist injured.Only minor injuries reported so far.Follow up action initiated. Police on job to identity & nab the culprit.@KashmirPolice @diprjk @ZPHQJammu @PIBHomeAffairs https://t.co/m7ANlQA8uV — J&K Police (@JmuKmrPolice) October 5, 2019 × According to reports, the attack was carried out at the Deputy Commissioner's office. More details are awaited. The attack comes right after an intel input warned of a possible terror strike in the national capital ahead of the festive season. Jammu & Kashmir: Grenade attack outside deputy commissioner's office in Anantnag; more details awaited https://t.co/Oznku8Qw6C — ANI (@ANI) October 5, 2019 × Sources also added that the input specifically mentioned a possible security threat to the national capital and Kashmir, news agency ANI reported on Thursday.

Jammu and Kashmir: Terrorists lob grenade outside Deputy Commissioner's office in Anantnag

<p>A top Jaish-e-Muhammad (JeM) commander Fayaz Panzoo, involved in the attack on June 12 attack that left 5 CRPF troopers dead, was killed on Tuesday in a gunfight with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag, police said.</p>

<p>Station House Officer Arshad Khan was seriously injured in the attack and later succumbed to injuries.</p>

<p>"Another top Commander of Jaish Fayaz Panzoo killed along with his associate. He was involved in the attack on CRPF at Anantnag town on June 12, 2019, in which 5 CRPF Personnel were killed &amp; SHO Arshad Khan was seriously injured who later succumbed to injuries," the state police said on Twitter.</p>

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<p>This comes days after two JeM terrorists including one Pakistani were eliminated in a gunfight with security forces at the Bonbazar area of Shopian.</p>

<p>On Monday, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested a JeM terrorist in a case related to a conspiracy by the outfit`s leadership to strengthen its base to carry out terrorist acts in India.</p>

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A top Jaish-e-Muhammad (JeM) commander Fayaz Panzoo, involved in the attack on June 12 attack that left 5 CRPF troopers dead, was killed on Tuesday in a gunfight with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag, police said.

A top Jaish-e-Muhammad (JeM) commander Fayaz Panzoo, involved in the attack on June 12 attack that left 5 CRPF troopers dead, was killed on Tuesday in a gunfight with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag, police said. Station House Officer Arshad Khan was seriously injured in the attack and later succumbed to injuries. "Another top Commander of Jaish Fayaz Panzoo killed along with his associate. He was involved in the attack on CRPF at Anantnag town on June 12, 2019, in which 5 CRPF Personnel were killed & SHO Arshad Khan was seriously injured who later succumbed to injuries," the state police said on Twitter. Big achievement.Another top Commander of #Jaish Fayaz Panzoo killed along with his associate. He was involved in attack on CRPF at Anantnag town on June 12,2019 in which 5 CRPF Personnel were killed & SHO Arshad Khan was seriously injured who later succumbed to injuries. https://t.co/DCJLmJvyLS — J&K Police (@JmuKmrPolice) July 30, 2019 × This comes days after two JeM terrorists including one Pakistani were eliminated in a gunfight with security forces at the Bonbazar area of Shopian. On Monday, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested a JeM terrorist in a case related to a conspiracy by the outfit`s leadership to strengthen its base to carry out terrorist acts in India. (With inputs from ANI)

Jammu and Kashmir: Jaish-e-Mohammad's top commander Fayaz Panzoo, associate killed in Anantnag encounter 

<p>As many as 13 Amarnath pilgrims were injured in a road mishap at Hernag area of south Kashmir's Anantnag district on Saturday.</p>

<p>Two buses carrying Amarnath pilgrims rammed into each other in which 13&nbsp;were injured.</p>

<p>Injured were shifted to a nearby hospital for the treatment, police said.</p>

<p>They have sustained minor injuries and are said to be out of danger.&nbsp;</p>


As many as 13 Amarnath pilgrims were injured in a road mishap at Hernag area of south Kashmir's Anantnag district on Saturday. Two buses carrying Amarnath pilgrims rammed into each other in which 13 were injured.

As many as 13 Amarnath pilgrims were injured in a road mishap at Hernag area of south Kashmir's Anantnag district on Saturday. Two buses carrying Amarnath pilgrims rammed into each other in which 13 were injured. Injured were shifted to a nearby hospital for the treatment, police said. They have sustained minor injuries and are said to be out of danger.

13 Amarnath pilgrims injured in road mishap in Anantnag

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jammu-and-kashmir-exchange-of-fire-underway-between-terrorists-security-forces-in-anantnag-district-228142">Two terrorists were killed on Tuesday morning</a> in an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district. An army soldier was also&nbsp;killed.</p>

<p>The terrorists have been identified as Sajjad Maqbool Bhat and Tauseef, members of the Pakistan-based terror group Jaish-e-Mohammed. Both the terrorists were involved in the Pulwama attack.</p>

<p>Sajad Bhat was the key conspirator in the February 14 Pulwama attack that left over 40 CRPF jawans dead.</p>

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<p>Bhat owned the car which was used in the Pulwama attack.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On February 14, a&nbsp;Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist had rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into a bus carrying the CRPF jawans.</p>

<p>The encounter started after the area was cordoned on a specific input.&nbsp;This is the second encounter in less than 24 hours in the area.</p>


Two terrorists were killed on Tuesday morning in an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district. An army soldier was also killed. The terrorists have been identified as Sajjad Maqbool Bhat and Tauseef, members of the Pakistan-based terror group Jaish-e-Mohammed.

Two terrorists were killed on Tuesday morning in an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district. An army soldier was also killed. The terrorists have been identified as Sajjad Maqbool Bhat and Tauseef, members of the Pakistan-based terror group Jaish-e-Mohammed. Both the terrorists were involved in the Pulwama attack. Sajad Bhat was the key conspirator in the February 14 Pulwama attack that left over 40 CRPF jawans dead. Bhat owned the car which was used in the Pulwama attack. On February 14, a Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist had rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into a bus carrying the CRPF jawans. The encounter started after the area was cordoned on a specific input. This is the second encounter in less than 24 hours in the area.

Jammu and Kashmir: Pulwama attack key conspirator killed in Anantnag encounter

The incident comes in less than 24 hours after an Army Major and a militant were killed, while another officer and two troopers were injured in an encounter between security forces and the ultras in Anantnag district.

J&K: Militants, security forces locked in encounter in Anantnag district

<p>Security forces in the state of Jammu and Kashmir have suffered 10 casualties in the last seven days while eliminating four terrorists in two districts of Anantnag and Pulwama.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jammu-and-kashmir-exchange-of-fire-underway-between-terrorists-security-forces-in-anantnag-district-228142">The latest casualty came in Anantnag</a> where security forces gunned down Sajjad Maqbool Bhat and Tawseef Ahmad Bhat, both affiliated with Jaish-e-Mohammed terror outfit. Rifleman Anil Kumar Jaswal also lost his life in the exchange of fire. Two army men were also injured in the gunbattle.</p>

<p>Army's Srinagar-based spokesperson, while confirming the killing of two terrorists, said, "Sajjad was the one who managed the vehicle for Pulwama attack on February 14," adding that Tauseef was his handler.</p>

<p>Jammu and Kashmir Police, while giving details about the slain, said that "as per the material evidence collected during the course of the investigation, it was learned that Maruti Eco vehicle used for carrying out the blast in Lethpora was owned by one Sajad Bhat of Marhama. As the news of &nbsp;Sajad’s involvement spread, he escaped and joined the proscribed terror outfit JeM."</p>

<p>In the morning, two Indian army soldiers succumbed to death at Army's 92 base hospital in Srinagar. They were injured in a Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) attack on a Hardened ALS vehicle carrying army men in Arihal area of Pulwama district. Although the police said 6 army men were hurt, sources say at least 9 of them suffered injuries.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sources in the police said that Sajad was also involved in Monday's IED attack in Pulwama.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the same day, Major Ketan Sharma died <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jammu-and-kashmir-pulwama-attack-key-conspirator-killed-in-anantnag-encounter-228205">fighting terrorists in Anantnag</a> while another Major rank officer and two other jawans suffered injuries, they are undergoing treatment. One foreign terrorist was also eliminated in the encounter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On June 12, terrorists carried out a suicide attack on security forces deployed at KP road in Anantnag district, killing 5 CRPF personnel and injuring four others including a police Inspector Arshad Khan, who later succumbed to his injuries at AIIMS New Delhi. One foreign terrorist was also shot dead while he was firing at the security forces.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Monday's Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) attack in Pulwama was third of such nature. First, on February 14, a Maruti ECO car was used by a local Jaish terrorist to target security forces convoy which resulted in the killing of over 40 CRPF men. The incident triggered tension in the sub-continent as both India and Pakistan indulged in a dogfight.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After Pulwama, yet another suicide attack was attempted in Banihal area in Ramban district on a CRPF convoy which was moving towards Jammu. According to sources, the attacker, at the final moment, changed his mind and left the car. The vehicle blasted without causing any major damage. Police later arrested the terrorist and his other associates in Kashmir.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Arihal VBIED attack was the third such incident in J&amp;K. This has raised an alarm in the security establishment, who were successful in minimizing collateral damage in the encounters.&nbsp;</p>


Security forces in the state of Jammu and Kashmir have suffered 10 casualties in the last seven days while eliminating four terrorists in two districts of Anantnag and Pulwama.

Security forces in the state of Jammu and Kashmir have suffered 10 casualties in the last seven days while eliminating four terrorists in two districts of Anantnag and Pulwama. The latest casualty came in Anantnag where security forces gunned down Sajjad Maqbool Bhat and Tawseef Ahmad Bhat, both affiliated with Jaish-e-Mohammed terror outfit. Rifleman Anil Kumar Jaswal also lost his life in the exchange of fire. Two army men were also injured in the gunbattle. Army's Srinagar-based spokesperson, while confirming the killing of two terrorists, said, "Sajjad was the one who managed the vehicle for Pulwama attack on February 14," adding that Tauseef was his handler. Jammu and Kashmir Police, while giving details about the slain, said that "as per the material evidence collected during the course of the investigation, it was learned that Maruti Eco vehicle used for carrying out the blast in Lethpora was owned by one Sajad Bhat of Marhama. As the news of Sajad’s involvement spread, he escaped and joined the proscribed terror outfit JeM." In the morning, two Indian army soldiers succumbed to death at Army's 92 base hospital in Srinagar. They were injured in a Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) attack on a Hardened ALS vehicle carrying army men in Arihal area of Pulwama district. Although the police said 6 army men were hurt, sources say at least 9 of them suffered injuries. Sources in the police said that Sajad was also involved in Monday's IED attack in Pulwama. On the same day, Major Ketan Sharma died fighting terrorists in Anantnag while another Major rank officer and two other jawans suffered injuries, they are undergoing treatment. One foreign terrorist was also eliminated in the encounter. On June 12, terrorists carried out a suicide attack on security forces deployed at KP road in Anantnag district, killing 5 CRPF personnel and injuring four others including a police Inspector Arshad Khan, who later succumbed to his injuries at AIIMS New Delhi. One foreign terrorist was also shot dead while he was firing at the security forces. VBIED attacks Monday's Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) attack in Pulwama was third of such nature. First, on February 14, a Maruti ECO car was used by a local Jaish terrorist to target security forces convoy which resulted in the killing of over 40 CRPF men. The incident triggered tension in the sub-continent as both India and Pakistan indulged in a dogfight. After Pulwama, yet another suicide attack was attempted in Banihal area in Ramban district on a CRPF convoy which was moving towards Jammu. According to sources, the attacker, at the final moment, changed his mind and left the car. The vehicle blasted without causing any major damage. Police later arrested the terrorist and his other associates in Kashmir. Arihal VBIED attack was the third such incident in J&K. This has raised an alarm in the security establishment, who were successful in minimizing collateral damage in the encounters.

Jammu and Kashmir: 4 terrorists, 10 security personnel killed in 7 days 

Two terrorists were shot dead in an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag today, the police said. Three soldiers including an officer were also injured in the encounter. The gunfight broke out after the terrorists fired at the security forces when they were conducting a search operation.

2 Terrorists Shot Dead In J&K; 3 Soldiers, Including Officer, Injured

<p>An exchange of fire is underway between terrorists and security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district, news agency ANI reported.</p>

<p>One army major has been injured in an ongoing encounter with the terrorists.&nbsp;Few terrorists are believed to be trapped in the area.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The search operation is underway.</p>

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<p>Acting on credible inputs about the presence of terrorists&nbsp;in Achabal area of the south Kashmir district, security forces launched a cordon and search operation there this morning, the official said.</p>

<p>He said the search operation turned into an encounter after the terrorists fired on the forces, who retaliated.</p>

<p>Few days earlier, two terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Pulwama district.</p>


An exchange of fire is underway between terrorists and security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district, news agency ANI reported. One army major has been injured in an ongoing encounter with the terrorists.

An exchange of fire is underway between terrorists and security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district, news agency ANI reported. One army major has been injured in an ongoing encounter with the terrorists. Few terrorists are believed to be trapped in the area. The search operation is underway. #JammuAndKashmir : Exchange of fire underway between security forces & terrorists in Anantnag. Area is under cordon. — ANI (@ANI) June 17, 2019 × Acting on credible inputs about the presence of terrorists in Achabal area of the south Kashmir district, security forces launched a cordon and search operation there this morning, the official said. He said the search operation turned into an encounter after the terrorists fired on the forces, who retaliated. Few days earlier, two terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Pulwama district.

Jammu and Kashmir: Army major injured in ongoing encounter in Anantnag

<p>An Indian Army officer was killed in close combat with the hiding terrorists in south Kashmir's Anantnag district during an encounter which erupted Monday morning. A terrorist has also been killed, arms and ammunition have been recovered.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sources in the Army said that the Major rank officer was killed when a terrorist opened fire at him while three others including a major rank officer suffered injuries. All of them are being treated at the Army's 92 base hospital.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier in the morning, based on specific information about the presence of terrorists at Bidoora village in Achabal area of south Kashmir's Anantnag district, a joint team of Indian Army, J&amp;K Police and CRPF launched an operation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sources in the police have said that two bodies were spotted near the encounter spot during the search operation but firing was still going on when the last report came in. &nbsp;</p>


An Indian Army officer was killed in close combat with the hiding terrorists in south Kashmir's Anantnag district during an encounter which erupted Monday morning.

An Indian Army officer was killed in close combat with the hiding terrorists in south Kashmir's Anantnag district during an encounter which erupted Monday morning. A terrorist has also been killed, arms and ammunition have been recovered. Sources in the Army said that the Major rank officer was killed when a terrorist opened fire at him while three others including a major rank officer suffered injuries. All of them are being treated at the Army's 92 base hospital. Earlier in the morning, based on specific information about the presence of terrorists at Bidoora village in Achabal area of south Kashmir's Anantnag district, a joint team of Indian Army, J&K Police and CRPF launched an operation. Sources in the police have said that two bodies were spotted near the encounter spot during the search operation but firing was still going on when the last report came in.

Jammu and Kashmir: Army officer, terrorist killed in Anantnag encounter

<p>Terrorists Monday targeted an Army convoy with an improvised explosive device (IED) blast in Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir, police said.</p>

<p>The Army Casper, a bullet and mine-proof vehicle, of 44 Rashtriya Rifles was targeted by the IED explosion near Eidgah Arihal on the Arihal-Lassipora road in the south Kashmir's district, a police official said.</p>

<p>There are no reports of any loss of life but the Army cordoned off the area and fired in air to maintain area domination, an official said.</p>

<p>The site of the blast is 27 kilometres from the area where a convoy of vehicles carrying security personnel on the Jammu Srinagar National Highway was attacked by a suicide bomber on 14 February in which 40 CRPF personnel were killed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, an Army major and a militant were killed, while another officer and two troopers were injured on Monday in an encounter between security forces and the ultras in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district, officials said.</p>

<p>A major-rank officer was killed while another officer of the same rank and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jammu-and-kashmir-army-officer-one-terrorist-killed-in-anantnag-encounter-228061">two soldiers were injured in the encounter</a> in the Achabal area of south Kashmir's Anantnag district, they added.</p>

<p>The injured were rushed to the 92 base hospital of the Army in Srinagar, the officials said.</p>

<p>They added that an unidentified militant was also killed in the gunfight and his body recovered.</p>

<p>Arms and ammunition were also seized from the encounter site, the officials said.</p>

<p>The identity and group affiliation of the slain militant was being ascertained, they added.</p>

<p>Security forces launched a cordon-and-search operation in the area this morning. The search operation led to a gunfight after the militants fired on the forces, who retaliated.&nbsp;</p>


Terrorists Monday targeted an Army convoy with an improvised explosive device (IED) blast in Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir, police said. The Army Casper, a bullet and mine-proof vehicle, of 44 Rashtriya Rifles was targeted by the IED explosion near Eidgah Arihal on the Arihal-Lassipora road in the south Kashmir's district, a police official said.

Terrorists Monday targeted an Army convoy with an improvised explosive device (IED) blast in Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir, police said. The Army Casper, a bullet and mine-proof vehicle, of 44 Rashtriya Rifles was targeted by the IED explosion near Eidgah Arihal on the Arihal-Lassipora road in the south Kashmir's district, a police official said. There are no reports of any loss of life but the Army cordoned off the area and fired in air to maintain area domination, an official said. The site of the blast is 27 kilometres from the area where a convoy of vehicles carrying security personnel on the Jammu Srinagar National Highway was attacked by a suicide bomber on 14 February in which 40 CRPF personnel were killed. Meanwhile, an Army major and a militant were killed, while another officer and two troopers were injured on Monday in an encounter between security forces and the ultras in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district, officials said. A major-rank officer was killed while another officer of the same rank and two soldiers were injured in the encounter in the Achabal area of south Kashmir's Anantnag district, they added. The injured were rushed to the 92 base hospital of the Army in Srinagar, the officials said. They added that an unidentified militant was also killed in the gunfight and his body recovered. Arms and ammunition were also seized from the encounter site, the officials said. The identity and group affiliation of the slain militant was being ascertained, they added. Security forces launched a cordon-and-search operation in the area this morning. The search operation led to a gunfight after the militants fired on the forces, who retaliated.

Jammu and Kashmir: Army convoy targeted in IED blast in Pulwama

<p>Wednesday's attack on security forces, which led to the killing of five Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel in south Kashmir's Anantnag district, has thrown a new challenge and raised concerns about the safety and security of those who will be coming to the state for the holy pilgrimage this year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Amarnath Yatra will commence next month in Kashmir valley. Part of the Yatra passes through the stretch of the road that came under the attack by terrorists yesterday.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jammu-and-kashmir-governor-asks-youth-to-shun-violence-presents-administrations-report-card-226600">Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik</a> has said that the attack on security forces was carried out on the behest of Pakistan. "Whenever situation improves in the Valley and when forces have an upper hand, directions are given from outside for fidayeen (suicide) attacks," Malik said adding that security for the Amarnath pilgrimage will be improved.</p>

<p>"Hundred per cent this was done on the behest of Pakistan and fidayeen attacks happen after Pakistan gives a signal," the J&amp;K Governor told media.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Advisor to Governor and retired IPS officer, K Vijay Kumar, who was involved in the killing of Veerappan during Operation Cocoon, 2004, says arrangements are foolproof and there is no need to worry.</p>

<p>"We will take sufficient precautions. We will factor in what happened in Anantnag. We also look at the previous incidents and this will also be part of the overall planning. With all intelligence and precautions, this is the place where the public and transport is moving. It's not an isolated post, it was one-to-one," said Kumar.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In 2017, Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists opened fire on a bus carrying Amarnath Yatra pilgrims killing 8 and wounding 19 others in Anantnag district.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We wouldn't say what we will do, but we will do all the arrangements. Within a few minutes, there was a proper reaction, the initial opportunity is with the other side," Kumar said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kumar said that there are some claims made and name of Al Umar outfit has been mentioned but they don't give it complete credibility and will analyse the case.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Speaking after laying wreaths on the coffins of slain CRPF personnel, Kumar said that "there are a lot of people from the community who want to bring the situation to normalcy, however, these kinds of elements coming from outside can change the temperature a little bit, we are resolute and determined".&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Amarnath Yatra is scheduled to begin from July 1 and end on August 15.&nbsp;</p>


Wednesday's attack on security forces, which led to the killing of five Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel in south Kashmir's Anantnag district, has thrown a new challenge and raised concerns about the safety and security of those who will be coming to the state for the holy pilgrimage this year.

Wednesday's attack on security forces, which led to the killing of five Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel in south Kashmir's Anantnag district, has thrown a new challenge and raised concerns about the safety and security of those who will be coming to the state for the holy pilgrimage this year. The Amarnath Yatra will commence next month in Kashmir valley. Part of the Yatra passes through the stretch of the road that came under the attack by terrorists yesterday. Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik has said that the attack on security forces was carried out on the behest of Pakistan. "Whenever situation improves in the Valley and when forces have an upper hand, directions are given from outside for fidayeen (suicide) attacks," Malik said adding that security for the Amarnath pilgrimage will be improved. "Hundred per cent this was done on the behest of Pakistan and fidayeen attacks happen after Pakistan gives a signal," the J&K Governor told media. Advisor to Governor and retired IPS officer, K Vijay Kumar, who was involved in the killing of Veerappan during Operation Cocoon, 2004, says arrangements are foolproof and there is no need to worry. "We will take sufficient precautions. We will factor in what happened in Anantnag. We also look at the previous incidents and this will also be part of the overall planning. With all intelligence and precautions, this is the place where the public and transport is moving. It's not an isolated post, it was one-to-one," said Kumar. In 2017, Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists opened fire on a bus carrying Amarnath Yatra pilgrims killing 8 and wounding 19 others in Anantnag district. "We wouldn't say what we will do, but we will do all the arrangements. Within a few minutes, there was a proper reaction, the initial opportunity is with the other side," Kumar said. Kumar said that there are some claims made and name of Al Umar outfit has been mentioned but they don't give it complete credibility and will analyse the case. Speaking after laying wreaths on the coffins of slain CRPF personnel, Kumar said that "there are a lot of people from the community who want to bring the situation to normalcy, however, these kinds of elements coming from outside can change the temperature a little bit, we are resolute and determined". The Amarnath Yatra is scheduled to begin from July 1 and end on August 15.

Attack on security personnel in Anantnag carried out on behest of Pakistan, security for Amarnath Yatra foolproof: J&K Governor

<p>A terrorist attack took place at a police party at KP road in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag on Wednesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Five&nbsp;CRPF were killed as terrorists and security forces exchanged heavy firing.</p>

<p>As many as three CRPF personnel have been injured. Station House Officer of Anantnag Police Station, Arshad Ahmed, was injured in the attack and has been shifted to Srinagar for treatment. One terrorist has been killed. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>CRPF in a statement said that motorcycle-borne terrorists fired upon troops of B/116 battalion and Jammu and Kashmir police who were deployed for law and order duty.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Sources in the police say that terrorists opened indiscriminate fire at the forces in which a girl also sustained injuries. The area has been cordoned off as forces have trapped one terrorist near the spot.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/sopore-encounter-body-of-1-terrorist-retrieved-by-security-forces-226385">the body of a terrorist was recovered</a> by security forces on Wednesday morning after an encounter took place on Tuesday in Bomai area of Sopore in Baramulla district, news agency ANI reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The encounter broke out at 5:25 pm yesterday between terrorists and the troops of 177, 179 and 92 Battalion of CRPF, SOG Sopore, 22 Rashtriya Rifles (RR).</p>

<p>Though the body of the terrorist was retrieved from the site of the encounter his identity and affiliation is being ascertained, Jammu and Kashmir Police said.</p>

<p>"On a credible input, a cordon and search operation was launched jointly by police and security forces at the area. During the search operation, the hiding terrorist fired on the search party. The fire was retaliated leading to an encounter," police explained in a press release.</p>

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A terrorist attack took place at a police party at KP road in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag on Wednesday. Five CRPF were killed as terrorists and security forces exchanged heavy firing.

A terrorist attack took place at a police party at KP road in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag on Wednesday. Five CRPF were killed as terrorists and security forces exchanged heavy firing. As many as three CRPF personnel have been injured. Station House Officer of Anantnag Police Station, Arshad Ahmed, was injured in the attack and has been shifted to Srinagar for treatment. One terrorist has been killed. CRPF in a statement said that motorcycle-borne terrorists fired upon troops of B/116 battalion and Jammu and Kashmir police who were deployed for law and order duty. J&K Police on today's Anantnag terrorist attack: Three security forces personnel including SHO Anantnag, Inspector Arshid Khan sustained gunshot injuries. https://t.co/dhYC8asx9e — ANI (@ANI) June 12, 2019 × Sources in the police say that terrorists opened indiscriminate fire at the forces in which a girl also sustained injuries. The area has been cordoned off as forces have trapped one terrorist near the spot. #UPDATE Total 5 CRPF personnel have lost their lives in Anantnag terrorist attack in Jammu & Kashmir, today. pic.twitter.com/sXoVnbkqzi — ANI (@ANI) June 12, 2019 × Meanwhile, the body of a terrorist was recovered by security forces on Wednesday morning after an encounter took place on Tuesday in Bomai area of Sopore in Baramulla district, news agency ANI reported. The encounter broke out at 5:25 pm yesterday between terrorists and the troops of 177, 179 and 92 Battalion of CRPF, SOG Sopore, 22 Rashtriya Rifles (RR). Though the body of the terrorist was retrieved from the site of the encounter his identity and affiliation is being ascertained, Jammu and Kashmir Police said. "On a credible input, a cordon and search operation was launched jointly by police and security forces at the area. During the search operation, the hiding terrorist fired on the search party. The fire was retaliated leading to an encounter," police explained in a press release.

Jammu and Kashmir: Terrorists attack police party in Anantnag; five CRPF personnel, one terrorist killed

At least one Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan was reported dead and five others were injured after suspected militants attacked security forces near a bus stand in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag on Wednesday. The gunfire is still underway.

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<p>One terrorist has been killed in an encounter between security forces and terrorists in Verinag area of Anantnag district in Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday morning, news agency ANI reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A search operation has been launched, more details are awaited.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This comes a day after terrorists hurled <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jammu-and-kashmir-two-policemen-injured-in-sopores-grenade-attack-225229">a grenade at a police station in Sopore</a> area of Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla district on Friday.</p>

<p>While two policemen were reported as injured, no loss of life was reported.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Earlier on Friday, four Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists, including special police officers who had deserted the force recently, were killed in an encounter with security forces in Pulwama district.</p>

<p>The security forces also recovered 3 AK rifles from the slain terrorists.&nbsp;</p>

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One terrorist has been killed in an encounter between security forces and terrorists in Verinag area of Anantnag district in Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday morning, news agency ANI reported.

One terrorist has been killed in an encounter between security forces and terrorists in Verinag area of Anantnag district in Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday morning, news agency ANI reported. A search operation has been launched, more details are awaited. This comes a day after terrorists hurled a grenade at a police station in Sopore area of Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla district on Friday. While two policemen were reported as injured, no loss of life was reported. Jammu & Kashmir: Exchange of fire underway between terrorists and security forces in Verinag, Anantnag district. More details awaited. pic.twitter.com/MxOtOpTXfs — ANI (@ANI) June 8, 2019 × Earlier on Friday, four Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists, including special police officers who had deserted the force recently, were killed in an encounter with security forces in Pulwama district. The security forces also recovered 3 AK rifles from the slain terrorists.

Jammu and Kashmir: One terrorist killed in encounter with security forces in Anantnag

<p>Two militants were Tuesday killed in an encounter with security forces in forests of Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district, police said.</p>

<p>Based on specific intelligence input about the presence of the militants in the Kachwan forest area of Kokernag in south Kashmir district, the security forces launched a cordon and search operation there, a police official said.</p>

<p>He said the search operation turned into an encounter after the militants fired at search party of the forces, who retaliated.</p>

<p>In the exchange of firing, two militants were killed, the official said.</p>

<p>He said the identity and group affiliation of the slain ultras was being ascertained.</p>


Two militants were Tuesday killed in an encounter with security forces in forests of Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district, police said. Based on specific intelligence input about the presence of the militants in the Kachwan forest area of Kokernag in south Kashmir district, the security forces launched a cordon and search operation there, a police official said.

Two militants were Tuesday killed in an encounter with security forces in forests of Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district, police said. Based on specific intelligence input about the presence of the militants in the Kachwan forest area of Kokernag in south Kashmir district, the security forces launched a cordon and search operation there, a police official said. He said the search operation turned into an encounter after the militants fired at search party of the forces, who retaliated. In the exchange of firing, two militants were killed, the official said. He said the identity and group affiliation of the slain ultras was being ascertained.

Jammu and Kashmir: Two terrorists killed in encounter with security forces in Anantnag

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi has condemned the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-general-elections-2019/bjp-worker-shot-dead-by-suspected-militants-in-jammu-and-kashmirs-anantnag-215988">killing of BJP's district vice-president Gul Mohammed Mir by militants</a>.</p>

<p>In his message, the prime minister remembered Mir as a leader who "contributed towards strengthening the party in the state".&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"There is no place for such violence in our country," the PM added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Strongly condemn the killing of J&amp;K BJP leader Ghulam Mohammed Mir. His contribution towards strengthening the party in J&amp;K will always be remembered. There is no place for such violence in our country. Condolences to his family and well-wishers," his message read.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Jammu and Kashmir unit of the BJP, in a statement, expressed deepest condolences to Mir's family and demanded strict action against "ill elements who are spoiling peace in the valley and killing innocent people".</p>

<p>NC vice-president Omar Abdullah and PDP president Mehbooba Mufti also condemned Mir's killing.</p>

<p>"I condemn this dastardly act of violence and pray for the soul of the departed, Allah Jannat naseeb karey (May God grant him a place in heaven)... Gul Mohd Mir was the district vice president of the BJP state unit. May his family and loved ones find strength at this difficult time," Abdullah tweeted.</p>

<p>PDP president Mehbooba Mufti posted on Twitter, "I strongly condemn the killing of @BJP4India leader Gul Muhammad Mir in Verinag, South Kashmir. My condolences to the bereaved family and prayers for the departed soul."</p>

<p>Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) president G A Mir also condemned Mir's killing and described the incident as "mindless, cowardice and shameful act". He conveyed his condolences to the bereaved family, a party spokesman said.</p>

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<p>Mir was killed at his residence on late Saturday evening by militants in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district on Saturday night, the police said.</p>

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<p>Giving details, the police said three militants came to his house in Nowgam Verinag area and asked for the keys for his car. While driving the vehicle away, they pumped bullets into Mir, who was popular in the area as 'Atal', they said.</p>

<p>A police official said Mir was rushed to a hospital in a critical condition where he succumbed to injuries.</p>

<p>The area has been cordoned off to nab the suspects, the official said.&nbsp;</p>


Prime Minister Narendra Modi has condemned the killing of BJP's district vice-president Gul Mohammed Mir by militants. In his message, the prime minister remembered Mir as a leader who "contributed towards strengthening the party in the state".

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has condemned the killing of BJP's district vice-president Gul Mohammed Mir by militants. In his message, the prime minister remembered Mir as a leader who "contributed towards strengthening the party in the state". "There is no place for such violence in our country," the PM added. "Strongly condemn the killing of J&K BJP leader Ghulam Mohammed Mir. His contribution towards strengthening the party in J&K will always be remembered. There is no place for such violence in our country. Condolences to his family and well-wishers," his message read. The Jammu and Kashmir unit of the BJP, in a statement, expressed deepest condolences to Mir's family and demanded strict action against "ill elements who are spoiling peace in the valley and killing innocent people". NC vice-president Omar Abdullah and PDP president Mehbooba Mufti also condemned Mir's killing. "I condemn this dastardly act of violence and pray for the soul of the departed, Allah Jannat naseeb karey (May God grant him a place in heaven)... Gul Mohd Mir was the district vice president of the BJP state unit. May his family and loved ones find strength at this difficult time," Abdullah tweeted. PDP president Mehbooba Mufti posted on Twitter, "I strongly condemn the killing of @BJP4India leader Gul Muhammad Mir in Verinag, South Kashmir. My condolences to the bereaved family and prayers for the departed soul." Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) president G A Mir also condemned Mir's killing and described the incident as "mindless, cowardice and shameful act". He conveyed his condolences to the bereaved family, a party spokesman said. PM Narendra Modi: Strongly condemn the killing of J&K BJP leader Ghulam Mohammed Mir. His contribution towards strengthening the party in J&K will always be remembered. There is no place for such violence in our country. Condolences to his family and well-wishers. (file pic) pic.twitter.com/56w35GLkoL — ANI (@ANI) May 5, 2019 × Mir was killed at his residence on late Saturday evening by militants in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district on Saturday night, the police said. I strongly condemn the killing of @BJP4India leader Gul Muhammad Mir in Verinag, South Kashmir. My condolences to the bereaved family and prayers for the departed soul. — Mehbooba Mufti (@MehboobaMufti) May 4, 2019 × Giving details, the police said three militants came to his house in Nowgam Verinag area and asked for the keys for his car. While driving the vehicle away, they pumped bullets into Mir, who was popular in the area as 'Atal', they said. A police official said Mir was rushed to a hospital in a critical condition where he succumbed to injuries. The area has been cordoned off to nab the suspects, the official said.

No place for such violence in our country: PM Modi condemns BJP Anantnag vice-president's killing

<p>Incident-free voting marked the second leg of three-phased polling for south Kashmir’s Anantnag parliamentary constituency of Kulgam district with a total voter turnout of 10.32 per cent, Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Jammu and Kashmir, Shailendra Kumar said.</p>

<p>Addressing a press conference at Banquet Hall in Srinagar, the CEO informed that the overall percentage recorded in the district today was 10.3 per cent with the highest in Noorabad segment at 20.58 per cent.</p>

<p>He said that for the smooth polling across the district, 433 polling stations were set up out of which 20 were model polling stations. Four all-women polling stations were also set up across the district.</p>

<p>Divulging the details of the voter turnout in the district, the CEO informed that the total number of votes polled was 3,5524 with the highest turnout of 20.58 per cent recorded in Noorabad segment of the district. With the completion of today’s phase, the overall poll percentage of Anantnag constituency has touched 12.35 per cent.</p>

<p>He further elaborated that the total percentage of voting till date in various parliamentary constituencies in the state including Baramulla, Jammu, Srinagar, Udhampur and Anantnag was recorded at 47.06 per cent with total votes polled at around 33,64104 out of 71,49047 total electorates.</p>

<p>The CEO complimented voters, political parties, contesting candidates, media, polling staff and security forces for the smooth and peaceful conduct of the polling in the state.</p>

<p>Over 3.45 lakh electors were scheduled to exercise their franchise in Kulgam district of south Kashmir region in the second leg of three-phased schedule for Anantnag Parliamentary Constituency today, including 28,761 first-time voters and 2,870 migrant voters. As many as 72 constituencies across 9 states went to polls in the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/live-lok-sabha-polls-fourth-phase-polling-underway-in-nine-states-214251">fourth phase of the Lok Sabha polls</a> today.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Regarding the health of e-rolls, the CEO said that 43 polling stations were set up for webcasting.</p>

<p>The CEO said that two general observers, one expenditure observer, one police observer, 68 micro observers besides 1,732 polling staff ensured the smooth conduct of the voting in today's phase.</p>


Incident-free voting marked the second leg of three-phased polling for south Kashmir’s Anantnag parliamentary constituency of Kulgam district with a total voter turnout of 10.

Incident-free voting marked the second leg of three-phased polling for south Kashmir’s Anantnag parliamentary constituency of Kulgam district with a total voter turnout of 10.32 per cent, Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Jammu and Kashmir, Shailendra Kumar said. Addressing a press conference at Banquet Hall in Srinagar, the CEO informed that the overall percentage recorded in the district today was 10.3 per cent with the highest in Noorabad segment at 20.58 per cent. He said that for the smooth polling across the district, 433 polling stations were set up out of which 20 were model polling stations. Four all-women polling stations were also set up across the district. Divulging the details of the voter turnout in the district, the CEO informed that the total number of votes polled was 3,5524 with the highest turnout of 20.58 per cent recorded in Noorabad segment of the district. With the completion of today’s phase, the overall poll percentage of Anantnag constituency has touched 12.35 per cent. He further elaborated that the total percentage of voting till date in various parliamentary constituencies in the state including Baramulla, Jammu, Srinagar, Udhampur and Anantnag was recorded at 47.06 per cent with total votes polled at around 33,64104 out of 71,49047 total electorates. The CEO complimented voters, political parties, contesting candidates, media, polling staff and security forces for the smooth and peaceful conduct of the polling in the state. Over 3.45 lakh electors were scheduled to exercise their franchise in Kulgam district of south Kashmir region in the second leg of three-phased schedule for Anantnag Parliamentary Constituency today, including 28,761 first-time voters and 2,870 migrant voters. As many as 72 constituencies across 9 states went to polls in the fourth phase of the Lok Sabha polls today. Regarding the health of e-rolls, the CEO said that 43 polling stations were set up for webcasting. The CEO said that two general observers, one expenditure observer, one police observer, 68 micro observers besides 1,732 polling staff ensured the smooth conduct of the voting in today's phase.

Jammu and Kashmir: Kulgam records 10.32% voter turnout in fourth phase of Lok Sabha polls

Lok Sabha polls 2019: 64% turnout in fourth phase; violence in West Bengal, Odisha

<p>Two terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Bagender Mohalla of Bijbehara in South Kashmir`s Anantnag district on Thursday.</p>

<p>On a credible input, a cordon and search operation was launched in Anantnag by police and security forces.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During searches, terrorists fired upon the search party. The fire was retaliated leading to an encounter.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>During the encounter, two terrorists were killed and their bodies were retrieved.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Their identities and affiliations are being ascertained. Further search in the area is going on.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Incriminating material including arms and ammunition was recovered from them. Police have registered a case.</p>


Two terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Bagender Mohalla of Bijbehara in South Kashmir`s Anantnag district on Thursday. On a credible input, a cordon and search operation was launched in Anantnag by police and security forces.

Two terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Bagender Mohalla of Bijbehara in South Kashmir`s Anantnag district on Thursday. On a credible input, a cordon and search operation was launched in Anantnag by police and security forces. During searches, terrorists fired upon the search party. The fire was retaliated leading to an encounter. Jammu & Kashmir: Visuals from Bagender Mohalla of Bijbehara in Anantnag where two terrorists were neutralized in an encounter with security forces. (Visuals deferred by unspecified time) pic.twitter.com/G9JYNFoGXh — ANI (@ANI) April 25, 2019 × During the encounter, two terrorists were killed and their bodies were retrieved. Their identities and affiliations are being ascertained. Further search in the area is going on. Incriminating material including arms and ammunition was recovered from them. Police have registered a case.

J&K: Two terrorists killed in encounter in Anantnag

<p>The voter turnout in south Kashmir's Anantnag Lok Sabha seat, where elections are being held in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/6466-voter-turnout-in-phase-3-of-lok-sabha-polls-election-commission-213009">three phases, Tuesday</a> recorded a massive dip as compared to the 2014 general election.</p>

<p>The six assembly segments which went to poll in phase one on Tuesday recorded a turnout of 12.86 per cent. It was 39.37 per cent in 2014 in the corresponding segments, senior Deputy Election Commissioner Umesh Sinha told reporters here.</p>

<p>While polling concluded in Anantnag district, voting in Kulgam district will be held on April 29. Pulwama and Shopian districts will go to polls on May 6.</p>

<p>The Election Commission has curtailed the polling duration for the Anantnag Lok Sabha constituency by two hours following a request from the state police to this effect.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The voting will be held in south Kashmir areas from 7 am to 4 pm.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Anantnag district has 5,29,256 electors, including 2,69,603 males, 2,57,540 females, 2,102 service electors and 11 transgender voters.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The EC has established 1,842 polling stations to facilitate smooth polling, the official said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Anantnag constituency has 13,97,272 registered voters, including 7,20,337 males, 6,72,879 females and 35 transgender persons.&nbsp;</p>

<p>There are 18 candidates in the fray for the seat including PDP president and former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Mehbooba Mufti.&nbsp;</p>


The voter turnout in south Kashmir's Anantnag Lok Sabha seat, where elections are being held in three phases, Tuesday recorded a massive dip as compared to the 2014 general election.

The voter turnout in south Kashmir's Anantnag Lok Sabha seat, where elections are being held in three phases, Tuesday recorded a massive dip as compared to the 2014 general election. The six assembly segments which went to poll in phase one on Tuesday recorded a turnout of 12.86 per cent. It was 39.37 per cent in 2014 in the corresponding segments, senior Deputy Election Commissioner Umesh Sinha told reporters here. While polling concluded in Anantnag district, voting in Kulgam district will be held on April 29. Pulwama and Shopian districts will go to polls on May 6. The Election Commission has curtailed the polling duration for the Anantnag Lok Sabha constituency by two hours following a request from the state police to this effect. The voting will be held in south Kashmir areas from 7 am to 4 pm. The Anantnag district has 5,29,256 electors, including 2,69,603 males, 2,57,540 females, 2,102 service electors and 11 transgender voters. The EC has established 1,842 polling stations to facilitate smooth polling, the official said. The Anantnag constituency has 13,97,272 registered voters, including 7,20,337 males, 6,72,879 females and 35 transgender persons. There are 18 candidates in the fray for the seat including PDP president and former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Mehbooba Mufti.

Major dip in voter turnout in J&K's Anantnag seat as compared to 2014 Lok Sabha polls

Heavy security forces have been deployed in Anantnag of Jammu & Kashmir for peaceful voting of Phase 3 of Lok Sabha Election 2019. There are total 18 candidates in fray for this Lok Sabha seat.

Lok Sabha Election 2019: Heavy security forces in Anantnag of J&K for peaceful voting

<p>PDP president Mehbooba Mufti's motorcade came under stone-pelting in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday while she was returning from a shrine there, officials said.</p>

<p>Mehbooba had gone to a shrine at Khirram in Anantnag district to pay her obeisance and was returning to Bijbehara when the incident took place, they added.</p>

<p>One of the spare vehicles in the former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister's motorcade was damaged in the stone-pelting and the driver was hurt, the officials said.</p>

<p>Others in the entourage, including the PDP president, escaped unhurt.</p>

<p>Mehbooba is contesting the ongoing Lok Sabha election from the Anantnag seat, which she had won in 2014. The south Kashmir constituency, spread over the four districts of Anantnag, Kulgam, Pulwama and Shopian, is going to the polls in three phases from April 29 to May 6.<br />
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PDP president Mehbooba Mufti's motorcade came under stone-pelting in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday while she was returning from a shrine there, officials said.

PDP president Mehbooba Mufti's motorcade came under stone-pelting in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday while she was returning from a shrine there, officials said. Mehbooba had gone to a shrine at Khirram in Anantnag district to pay her obeisance and was returning to Bijbehara when the incident took place, they added. One of the spare vehicles in the former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister's motorcade was damaged in the stone-pelting and the driver was hurt, the officials said. Others in the entourage, including the PDP president, escaped unhurt. Mehbooba is contesting the ongoing Lok Sabha election from the Anantnag seat, which she had won in 2014. The south Kashmir constituency, spread over the four districts of Anantnag, Kulgam, Pulwama and Shopian, is going to the polls in three phases from April 29 to May 6.

Stones hurled at Mehbooba's motorcade in Anantnag district of J&K

Jammu & Kashmir avalanche: Two bodies recovered from Anantnag

<p>According to reports, militants attacked police picket guarding a house in Anantnag on late Monday evening. The attack was repulsed by the alert sentry.</p>

<p>ANI reported that terrorists opened fire at the home guard of PDP leader and Ex-Minister Peer Hussain in Achabal, Anantnag.&nbsp</p>

<p>"A residential guard was attacked by terrorists at Thajiwara in Anantnag. The alert sentry retaliated the fire," a police spokesperson noted.</p>

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<p>The local police and CRPF were at the spot. More details are awaited.</p>

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The local police and CRPF were at the spot. More details are awaited

According to reports, militants attacked police picket guarding a house in Anantnag on late Monday evening. The attack was repulsed by the alert sentry. ANI reported that terrorists opened fire at the home guard of PDP leader and Ex-Minister Peer Hussain in Achabal, Anantnag. "A residential guard was attacked by terrorists at Thajiwara in Anantnag. The alert sentry retaliated the fire," a police spokesperson noted. #JammuAndKashmir: Terrorists fired upon the home guard of PDP leader & Ex-Minister Peer Hussain in Achabal, Anantnag. Police & CRPF at the spot. More details awaited. pic.twitter.com/NBuUFNZjcI — ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2018 × The local police and CRPF were at the spot. More details are awaited. (With inputs from agencies)

Jammu and Kashmir: Terrorists attack home guard of PDP leader Peer Hussain in Anantnag

<p>I saw a strange picture the other day.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The picture (above) was I thought at first of a man on his knees. In his hands, pointed upwards, he held a catapult.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The "weapon" was pulled back, ready to launch a projectile at someone or something.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Then, when I looked more closely, I saw crutches in the background.&nbsp;</p>

<p>I imagine then that the man was without a leg, or legs. The caption that went with the picture was frustratingly "incomplete" — it said something like "Palestinians clash with Israeli defence forces on the Gaza border" there was nothing about the man himself, or why there might have been crutches lying behind him.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Some 16 Palestinians were killed in the clashes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>I do not know what happened to the man in the picture.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But I think I know why he might have been launching stones at soldiers who have colonised his land. And I thought back then to another picture that we often use here at wionews.com to try and explain the situation in Kashmir.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Here it is:&nbsp;</p>

<p><img alt="kashmir stone pelters-reuters_0.jpg" data-entity-type="" data-entity-uuid="" height="430" src="http://images.wionews.com/iniline-images/kashmir%20stone%20pelters-reuters_0.jpg" width="770" /></p>

<p><em>(Kashmiri schoolboys pelt stones at Indian security forces.)</em></p>

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<p>Here's another:&nbsp;</p>

<p><img alt="kashmir stone pelters2-znn.jpg" data-entity-type="" data-entity-uuid="" height="400" src="http://images.wionews.com/iniline-images/kashmir%20stone%20pelters2-znn.jpg" width="700" /></p>

<p><em>(Kashmiri schoolgirls do the same.)</em></p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>I was in Kashmir after the killing of the young Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The valley had erupted in fury and as the Indian security forces clamped down on the protests that ensued, the bodies began to pile up. By the time that summer of gore ended, the death toll had touched a 100.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Early one morning we left for south Kashmir, the hotbed of the protests.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/in-and-a-difficult-out-of-south-kashmir-3206">In and a difficult out of South Kashmir</a></p>

<p>We were in time directed to the village of Hillerbhai Kokernag in Anantnag where, we were told, a man had been shot dead by the CRPF the previous day.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When we got there, an announcement was made over the loudspeaker atop the village mosque. It said the media were here and that the villagers should come out and speak to us.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The gathering suddenly morphed into a protest.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A young boy was lifted onto the crowd’s shoulders. He would chant a line ("India, India") and the crowd would shout another back in unison ("Go back, go back").&nbsp;</p>

<p>The chanting went on for a long time.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When it finally began to lull, the women joined in, and it picked up again.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"How does a crowd chant for so long? What keeps it going?" I had written then.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The answer is simple.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Like the Palestinian man with the crutches, or the Kashmiri schoolchildren in the other pictures, the villagers of Hillerbhai Kokernag believe soldiers have colonised their land. And from what I saw, I imagine they will stop at nothing to throw them out.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/story-most-kashmiri-men-tell-i-was-beaten-by-security-forces-3124">Story most Kashmiri men tell: 'I was beaten by security forces'</a></p>

<p>We have already been warned of that.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India's security forces recently killed 13 Kashmiri militants in one day. The killings were dubbed the Indian Army's "greatest success" in over a decade.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But a day or two later, a commentator gently reminded us that we might be barking up the wrong tree. And that what we are forgetting is that along with the 13 militants, three civilians were also killed, and that another was reportedly used as a human shield by the security forces.&nbsp;</p>

<p>And, that 50 civilians were injured in clashes that broke out between the security forces and locals after the encounters. The civilians, the commentator said, were showing "solidarity" with the militants.&nbsp;</p>

<p>That he said was the bigger battle. The one against the "people". That everyone in Kashmir knows the militants are no match for the Indian military.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But how do you beat a boy or a crippled man with a stone, even if you're armed with a gun?&nbsp;</p>

<p>And when an entire people pick up stones against you, that battle is unwinnable.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(Disclaimer: The opinions expressed above are the personal views of the author&nbsp;and do not reflect the views of ZMCL)</em></p>


How do you beat a boy or a crippled man with a stone, even if you're armed with a gun?

I saw a strange picture the other day. The picture (above) was I thought at first of a man on his knees. In his hands, pointed upwards, he held a catapult. The "weapon" was pulled back, ready to launch a projectile at someone or something. Then, when I looked more closely, I saw crutches in the background. I imagine then that the man was without a leg, or legs. The caption that went with the picture was frustratingly "incomplete" — it said something like "Palestinians clash with Israeli defence forces on the Gaza border" there was nothing about the man himself, or why there might have been crutches lying behind him. Some 16 Palestinians were killed in the clashes. I do not know what happened to the man in the picture. But I think I know why he might have been launching stones at soldiers who have colonised his land. And I thought back then to another picture that we often use here at wionews.com to try and explain the situation in Kashmir. Here it is: (Kashmiri schoolboys pelt stones at Indian security forces.) Here's another: (Kashmiri schoolgirls do the same.) I was in Kashmir after the killing of the young Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani. The valley had erupted in fury and as the Indian security forces clamped down on the protests that ensued, the bodies began to pile up. By the time that summer of gore ended, the death toll had touched a 100. Early one morning we left for south Kashmir, the hotbed of the protests. Also read: In and a difficult out of South Kashmir We were in time directed to the village of Hillerbhai Kokernag in Anantnag where, we were told, a man had been shot dead by the CRPF the previous day. When we got there, an announcement was made over the loudspeaker atop the village mosque. It said the media were here and that the villagers should come out and speak to us. The gathering suddenly morphed into a protest. A young boy was lifted onto the crowd’s shoulders. He would chant a line ("India, India") and the crowd would shout another back in unison ("Go back, go back"). The chanting went on for a long time. When it finally began to lull, the women joined in, and it picked up again. "How does a crowd chant for so long? What keeps it going?" I had written then. The answer is simple. Like the Palestinian man with the crutches, or the Kashmiri schoolchildren in the other pictures, the villagers of Hillerbhai Kokernag believe soldiers have colonised their land. And from what I saw, I imagine they will stop at nothing to throw them out. Story most Kashmiri men tell: 'I was beaten by security forces' We have already been warned of that. India's security forces recently killed 13 Kashmiri militants in one day. The killings were dubbed the Indian Army's "greatest success" in over a decade. But a day or two later, a commentator gently reminded us that we might be barking up the wrong tree. And that what we are forgetting is that along with the 13 militants, three civilians were also killed, and that another was reportedly used as a human shield by the security forces. And, that 50 civilians were injured in clashes that broke out between the security forces and locals after the encounters. The civilians, the commentator said, were showing "solidarity" with the militants. That he said was the bigger battle. The one against the "people". That everyone in Kashmir knows the militants are no match for the Indian military. But how do you beat a boy or a crippled man with a stone, even if you're armed with a gun? And when an entire people pick up stones against you, that battle is unwinnable. (Disclaimer: The opinions expressed above are the personal views of the author and do not reflect the views of ZMCL)

Opinion: In Kashmir and Palestine, the stone is mightier than the gun

<p>A total of eight terrorists have been killed in Jammu and&nbsp;Kashmir after three separate encounters.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Seven terrorists were killed in the Kachdoora area of Shopian.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>One terrorist was killed and another held in an encounter in the Dialgam area of Anantnag. That operation has come to an end.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Another encounter took place in the Kachdoora area of Shopian.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>News reports are now saying two Army personnel have also been killed in the encounters. The reports had earlier said two soldiers were injured in the encounters, one in the Kachdoora encounter, the other in the Dragad&nbsp;encounter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The operations were reportedly carried out before dawn.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"One terrorist killed in Dialgam Anantnag after efforts of his family/ J&K Police failed to surrender, one caught alive. In Draggad Shopian 7 bodies of terrorists recovered including top commanders," Jammu and Kashmir DGP SP Vaid tweeted.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Encounter also going on in Kachdoora Shopian, some civilian trapped efforts to rescue them on," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The reports added that clashes erupted in Shopian after locals tried to march to the encounter site.</p>

<p>The reports said that at least 50 people have been injured. And that many of them have pellet injuries and have been admitted to Shopian Hospital.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


One of the encounters, in the Kachdoora area of Shopian, is still continuing

A total of eight terrorists have been killed in Jammu and Kashmir after three separate encounters. Seven terrorists were killed in the Kachdoora area of Shopian. #FLASH: 7 terrorists gunned down by security forces in Shopian's Dragad. #JammuAndKashmir pic.twitter.com/YUDTUfoCDR — ANI (@ANI) April 1, 2018 × One terrorist was killed and another held in an encounter in the Dialgam area of Anantnag. That operation has come to an end. #UPDATE Anantnag Encounter: One terrorist has been killed, another arrested. The operation ends #JammuAndKashmir — ANI (@ANI) March 31, 2018 × Another encounter took place in the Kachdoora area of Shopian. #SpotVisuals: Encounter underway between security forces and terrorists in Kachdoora area of Shopian. More details awaited #JammuAndKashmir (visuals deferred by unspecified time) pic.twitter.com/K5AWPLzARj — ANI (@ANI) April 1, 2018 × News reports are now saying two Army personnel have also been killed in the encounters. The reports had earlier said two soldiers were injured in the encounters, one in the Kachdoora encounter, the other in the Dragad encounter. The operations were reportedly carried out before dawn. "One terrorist killed in Dialgam Anantnag after efforts of his family/ J&K Police failed to surrender, one caught alive. In Draggad Shopian 7 bodies of terrorists recovered including top commanders," Jammu and Kashmir DGP SP Vaid tweeted. "Encounter also going on in Kachdoora Shopian, some civilian trapped efforts to rescue them on," he added. The reports added that clashes erupted in Shopian after locals tried to march to the encounter site. The reports said that at least 50 people have been injured. And that many of them have pellet injuries and have been admitted to Shopian Hospital. (With inputs from agencies)

Eight terrorists gunned down in 3 encounters in Kashmir, 2 soldiers killed

<p>According to reports, terrorists opened fire at a Jammu and Kashmir police party in Khanabal area of Anantnag in South Kashmir today. One cop believed to be critically injured and has been taken to the nearest hospital.</p>

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<p>The area has been cordoned off. More details are awaited.</p>

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The area has been cordoned off. More details are awaited

According to reports, terrorists opened fire at a Jammu and Kashmir police party in Khanabal area of Anantnag in South Kashmir today. One cop believed to be critically injured and has been taken to the nearest hospital. #FLASH: Terrorists attack a Traffic Police personnel in Anantnag's Khanabal, shifted to hospital, area being cordoned off. #JammuAndKashmir — ANI (@ANI) March 31, 2018 × The area has been cordoned off. More details are awaited. Visuals from Anantnag's Khanabal, the area has been cordoned off after a Traffic Policeman was attacked by terrorists; the Policeman has been admitted for treatment. #JammuAndKashmir pic.twitter.com/OSJ223qvHu — ANI (@ANI) March 31, 2018 ×

Jammu and Kashmir: Terrorists attack traffic cop in Khanabal, Anantnag

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<p><strong>Khalid Hussain&nbsp; </strong></p>

<p>On Thursday evening terrorits struck at three different places in south Kashmir.</p>

<p>First the terrorists targeted an army patrol which came under attack in Shopian area. No casualties was reported in the attack.</p>

<p>In the second incident, a Special police officer (SPO) and his wife were shot at in Anantnag district. He later succumbed to injuries while his wife continues to remain critical.</p>

<p>Reports said that suspected terrorists barged into the home of SPO Mushtaq Ahmad Sheikh at Katoo Wapzan villlage of Dashnipora belt in Bijbehara and killed him</p>

<p>Mushtaq Ahmad Sheikh's wife was injured. She was immediately rushed to sub-district hospital Bijbehara where her condition is reportedly critical.</p>

<p>In the third incident in Kulgam, a civilian was fired at by unknown gunmen.</p>

<p>The gunmen fired at a local in Chauncer, Kulgam. He reportedly received a bullet in his leg and was shifted to hospital.</p>


Militants strike at three different places in south kashmir

By Khalid Hussain On Thursday evening terrorits struck at three different places in south Kashmir. First the terrorists targeted an army patrol which came under attack in Shopian area. No casualties was reported in the attack. In the second incident, a Special police officer (SPO) and his wife were shot at in Anantnag district. He later succumbed to injuries while his wife continues to remain critical. Reports said that suspected terrorists barged into the home of SPO Mushtaq Ahmad Sheikh at Katoo Wapzan villlage of Dashnipora belt in Bijbehara and killed him Mushtaq Ahmad Sheikh's wife was injured. She was immediately rushed to sub-district hospital Bijbehara where her condition is reportedly critical. In the third incident in Kulgam, a civilian was fired at by unknown gunmen. The gunmen fired at a local in Chauncer, Kulgam. He reportedly received a bullet in his leg and was shifted to hospital.

Terrorists strike at three places in south Kashmir; 1 policeman killed

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