India has raised the issue of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jammu-and-kashmir-incessant-ceasefire-violation-by-pakistan-along-loc-causing-constant-worry-among-locals-248365">ceasefire violation by Pakistan</a> and its support to cross border terrorist infiltration which is aided by unprovoked firing from the other side.

The Ministry of External Affairs in a statement said, "have highlighted our concerns at unprovoked ceasefire violations by Pakistan forces, including in support of cross border terrorist infiltration, and targeting of Indian civilians and border posts by them".

There have been 2,050 unprovoked ceasefire violations by Pakistan this year in which 21 Indians have died.

Asking Pakistan to "adhere to 2003 ceasefire understanding and maintain peace and tranquillity along the LOC and IB", the MEA spokesperson said, "Indian forces exercise maximum restraint and respond to unprovoked violations and attempts at cross border terrorist infiltration".

India had raised the matter via diplomatic channels in Islamabad. Pakistan had summoned Indian deputy high commissioner on Saturday, the latter had told them not to exacerbate the situation at the LoC.

Increasingly, it is being seen that Pakistan has been instigating people on its side to cross the Line Of Control.

Lt Gen Ranbir Singh, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Northern Command of the Indian Army on Saturday said, "There are a large number of leaders across the LoC who are instigating PoK residents. It's trying to use them as cannon fodder for attempts to come close to LoC".

Exuding confidence, Lt Gen Ranbir Singh said, "situation at LoC is firmly under control. By our calibrated and proactive approach, we have been able to attain complete moral ascendency over the enemy".

He visited forward posts in Rajouri and Sunderbani sectors on Saturday to review the operational preparedness and the prevalent security situation.

India has raised the issue of ceasefire violation by Pakistan and its support to cross border terrorist infiltration which is aided by unprovoked firing from the other side.

India has raised the issue of ceasefire violation by Pakistan and its support to cross border terrorist infiltration which is aided by unprovoked firing from the other side. The Ministry of External Affairs in a statement said, "have highlighted our concerns at unprovoked ceasefire violations by Pakistan forces, including in support of cross border terrorist infiltration, and targeting of Indian civilians and border posts by them". There have been 2,050 unprovoked ceasefire violations by Pakistan this year in which 21 Indians have died. Asking Pakistan to "adhere to 2003 ceasefire understanding and maintain peace and tranquillity along the LOC and IB", the MEA spokesperson said, "Indian forces exercise maximum restraint and respond to unprovoked violations and attempts at cross border terrorist infiltration". India had raised the matter via diplomatic channels in Islamabad. Pakistan had summoned Indian deputy high commissioner on Saturday, the latter had told them not to exacerbate the situation at the LoC. Increasingly, it is being seen that Pakistan has been instigating people on its side to cross the Line Of Control. Lt Gen Ranbir Singh, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Northern Command of the Indian Army on Saturday said, "There are a large number of leaders across the LoC who are instigating PoK residents. It's trying to use them as cannon fodder for attempts to come close to LoC". Exuding confidence, Lt Gen Ranbir Singh said, "situation at LoC is firmly under control. By our calibrated and proactive approach, we have been able to attain complete moral ascendency over the enemy". He visited forward posts in Rajouri and Sunderbani sectors on Saturday to review the operational preparedness and the prevalent security situation.

Over 2,000 ceasefire violations by Pak this year, India asks Islamabad to stop supporting terror infiltration

Due to the continuous unprovoked ceasefire violations by Pakistan along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir, the locals in bordering districts like Poonch are living in an atmosphere of fear and are demanding the Centre to come up with a solution to get rid of this menace.

Speaking to ANI, a local named Mohammad Qasim stated that the cross border firing has forced people in the district to stay indoors.

"Almost every other day firing is taking place here from the Pakistani side. There is an atmosphere of terror. The parents are afraid while sending their children to school as they worry for their safety," he said.

Meanwhile, another local, Sanjeev Kumar has requested the Narendra Modi-led central government to take measures to ensure that the normal life is not affected.

"We request the Modi government to make some arrangements so that the life of people living on the border is not affected," Kumar said.

He continued, "During the firing, many small children get traumatised. In this atmosphere, neither we do any household work, neither we go out. Even cars and trucks stop plying on the road."

Pakistan on Saturday violated ceasefire in Poonch district which led to a befitting response by the Indian Army.Last week, Pakistan indulged in unprovoked cross border firing in the district due to which an Indian Army soldier had lost his life.&nbsp;

Due to the continuous unprovoked ceasefire violations by Pakistan along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir, the locals in bordering districts like Poonch are living in an atmosphere of fear and are demanding the Centre to come up with a solution to get rid of this menace.

Due to the continuous unprovoked ceasefire violations by Pakistan along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir, the locals in bordering districts like Poonch are living in an atmosphere of fear and are demanding the Centre to come up with a solution to get rid of this menace. Speaking to ANI, a local named Mohammad Qasim stated that the cross border firing has forced people in the district to stay indoors. "Almost every other day firing is taking place here from the Pakistani side. There is an atmosphere of terror. The parents are afraid while sending their children to school as they worry for their safety," he said. Meanwhile, another local, Sanjeev Kumar has requested the Narendra Modi-led central government to take measures to ensure that the normal life is not affected. "We request the Modi government to make some arrangements so that the life of people living on the border is not affected," Kumar said. He continued, "During the firing, many small children get traumatised. In this atmosphere, neither we do any household work, neither we go out. Even cars and trucks stop plying on the road." Pakistan on Saturday violated ceasefire in Poonch district which led to a befitting response by the Indian Army.Last week, Pakistan indulged in unprovoked cross border firing in the district due to which an Indian Army soldier had lost his life.

Jammu and Kashmir: Incessant ceasefire violation by Pakistan along LoC causing constant worry among locals

Pakistan resorting to incessant ceasefire violation along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir has caused severe unrest in villages across the border.

Adversely affected by the continues mortar shelling and firing, residents of Poonch district which has witnessed ceasefire violation four times in the past week are living in constant worry.

The cross border firing has forced locals in the district to stay indoors. However, those who had stepped out for work have been left stranded.

At the time of the incident on Sunday, Mohammad Tariq, a resident of Shahpur, said, "The firing has been taking place since last two hours here. We are not able to reach our homes and don't know in what condition our family members are. We have been waiting here for two to two-and-a-half hours. Only God knows how our family members are back at home."

In the last ceasefire violation incident reported on Sunday, one Indian Army soldier lost his life. At about 1 PM, Pakistan resorted to ceasefire violation by firing of small arms and shelling with mortars in Poonch.

Ever since the Central government abrogated Article 370 accorded to Jammu and Kashmir and gave it a status of a Union territory, Pakistan has been resorting to new lows disturbing the lives of people residing in the border areas.

Though the Indian side has been retailing effectively, the peace in the vicinity remains disrupted.

Crying foul, Mohammad Rashid, another resident of the Poonch district said, "People here are forced to stay indoors due to firing. Nobody knows whether their loved ones are alive or dead. We request the government to do something and stop this. Or they should shift us to some other place from here. Firing is taking place from both sides. People are scared because of this. They can't work and forced to stay at home."

Before Sunday, Pakistan violated ceasefire in Poonch sector on August 29 and August 27.

Earlier, heavy shelling was reported from two locations in Poonch on August 26.

Reportedly, seven people, including five soldiers and a 10-day-old baby, were killed and several others injured in frequent ceasefire violations by Pakistan along the LoC since July.

Also, in general area of Delina Chowk, a terrorist was apprehended after a joint check-post manned by police and Army drew fire from a truck.&nbsp;

Another terrorist entered a nearby locality, sources had said.

Notably, the latest incident of ceasefire violation from across the border took place a day after Army Chief General Bipin Rawat on Saturday reviewed the operational preparedness of the formations deployed on the Indo-Pakistan border during his visit to the Northern Command.

Pakistan resorting to incessant ceasefire violation along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir has caused severe unrest in villages across the border. Adversely affected by the continues mortar shelling and firing, residents of Poonch district which has witnessed ceasefire violation four times in the past week are living in constant worry.

Pakistan resorting to incessant ceasefire violation along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir has caused severe unrest in villages across the border. Adversely affected by the continues mortar shelling and firing, residents of Poonch district which has witnessed ceasefire violation four times in the past week are living in constant worry. The cross border firing has forced locals in the district to stay indoors. However, those who had stepped out for work have been left stranded. At the time of the incident on Sunday, Mohammad Tariq, a resident of Shahpur, said, "The firing has been taking place since last two hours here. We are not able to reach our homes and don't know in what condition our family members are. We have been waiting here for two to two-and-a-half hours. Only God knows how our family members are back at home." In the last ceasefire violation incident reported on Sunday, one Indian Army soldier lost his life. At about 1 PM, Pakistan resorted to ceasefire violation by firing of small arms and shelling with mortars in Poonch. Ever since the Central government abrogated Article 370 accorded to Jammu and Kashmir and gave it a status of a Union territory, Pakistan has been resorting to new lows disturbing the lives of people residing in the border areas. Though the Indian side has been retailing effectively, the peace in the vicinity remains disrupted. Crying foul, Mohammad Rashid, another resident of the Poonch district said, "People here are forced to stay indoors due to firing. Nobody knows whether their loved ones are alive or dead. We request the government to do something and stop this. Or they should shift us to some other place from here. Firing is taking place from both sides. People are scared because of this. They can't work and forced to stay at home." Before Sunday, Pakistan violated ceasefire in Poonch sector on August 29 and August 27. Earlier, heavy shelling was reported from two locations in Poonch on August 26. Reportedly, seven people, including five soldiers and a 10-day-old baby, were killed and several others injured in frequent ceasefire violations by Pakistan along the LoC since July. Also, in general area of Delina Chowk, a terrorist was apprehended after a joint check-post manned by police and Army drew fire from a truck. Another terrorist entered a nearby locality, sources had said. Notably, the latest incident of ceasefire violation from across the border took place a day after Army Chief General Bipin Rawat on Saturday reviewed the operational preparedness of the formations deployed on the Indo-Pakistan border during his visit to the Northern Command.

Residents of border hamlets living in fear due to continues ceasefire violation by Pakistan

Heavy ceasefire violation was reported from two locations in Poonch on Monday, Indian Army sources said.

In general area of Delina Chowk, a terrorist was apprehended after a joint check-post manned by police and Army drew fire from a truck.

Another terrorist entered a nearby locality, sources added.One AK 47 and one pistol were recovered.

The Jammu and Kashmir Police have stated that one of the two persons who were abducted by terrorists in Tral, yesterday, has been shot dead.

Search for the other person is underway.

Moreover, sources said that one truck driver was targeted and killed in Bijbehara in Anantnag district by stone-pelting criminals.

Two individuals also injured in Pampore and Hawal, Srinagar by similar mob.&nbsp;

Heavy ceasefire violation was reported from two locations in Poonch on Monday, Indian Army sources said. In general area of Delina Chowk, a terrorist was apprehended after a joint check-post manned by police and Army drew fire from a truck.

Heavy ceasefire violation was reported from two locations in Poonch on Monday, Indian Army sources said. In general area of Delina Chowk, a terrorist was apprehended after a joint check-post manned by police and Army drew fire from a truck. Another terrorist entered a nearby locality, sources added.One AK 47 and one pistol were recovered. The Jammu and Kashmir Police have stated that one of the two persons who were abducted by terrorists in Tral, yesterday, has been shot dead. Search for the other person is underway. Moreover, sources said that one truck driver was targeted and killed in Bijbehara in Anantnag district by stone-pelting criminals. Two individuals also injured in Pampore and Hawal, Srinagar by similar mob.

Heavy ceasefire violation at two locations in Poonch: Army sources

An Indian Army soldier lost his life in the unprovoked firing by Pakistan along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Naushera sector on Friday.

The deceased was a Gorkha Rifles soldier.

This is the third Indian casualty since August 17 in the unprovoked ceasefire violations by Pakistan along the LoC.&nbsp;

On August 20, Naik Ravi Ranjan Kumar Singh had lost his life in the ceasefire violation in the Krishna Ghati sector.

On August 17, Lance Naik Sandeep Thapa had lost his life in the unprovoked firing by Pakistan in Nowshera sector of Rajouri district.&nbsp;

An Indian Army soldier lost his life in the unprovoked firing by Pakistan along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Naushera sector on Friday. The deceased was a Gorkha Rifles soldier.

An Indian Army soldier lost his life in the unprovoked firing by Pakistan along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Naushera sector on Friday. The deceased was a Gorkha Rifles soldier. This is the third Indian casualty since August 17 in the unprovoked ceasefire violations by Pakistan along the LoC. On August 20, Naik Ravi Ranjan Kumar Singh had lost his life in the ceasefire violation in the Krishna Ghati sector. On August 17, Lance Naik Sandeep Thapa had lost his life in the unprovoked firing by Pakistan in Nowshera sector of Rajouri district.

Jammu and Kashmir: Army soldier killed in ceasefire violation by Pakistan

Refuting Pakistan DG ISPR`s claims of six Indian casualties in the ceasefire violation (CVF) along the Line of Control, the Indian Army on Tuesday said this again proves that the neighbouring country as a nation is only propaganda machinery.

"Pakistan DG ISPR`s tweet of six Indian casualties again proves that Pakistan as a nation is only propaganda machinery. In the ongoing ceasefire violation today in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jammu-and-kashmir-army-jawan-killed-four-personnel-injured-in-pakistan-ceasefire-violation-244508">KRISHNA GHATI Sector</a>, Indian Army had one fatal casualty, four non-fatal casualties," Indian Army said.

The Army termed it as a deliberate design by Pakistan to up the ante along the Line of Control to desperately seek international attention.

"Initiation of ceasefire violation followed by false figure of Indian casualties is Pakistan`s deliberate design to up the ante along LoC to desperately seek international attention. Unlike Pakistan Army, Indian Army never hides the casualties," Indian Army added.

One Indian Army soldier had lost his life in the ceasefire violation in Krishna Ghati sector during the day.

Earlier in the day, Pakistani Army Spokesperson had in a tweet claimed that six Indian soldiers have been killed in the ceasefire violation along the Line of Control.

"Pakistan Army`s befitting response to Indian CFVs in Tatta Pani Sector along LOC. Indian fire had martyred 3 civilians including 7 years old boy. Pakistan Army targeted Indian posts. 6 Indian soldiers including an officer killed, many injured 2 bunkers destroyed," DG ISPR said in a tweet.&nbsp;

Refuting Pakistan DG ISPR`s claims of six Indian casualties in the ceasefire violation (CVF) along the Line of Control, the Indian Army on Tuesday said this again proves that the neighbouring country as a nation is only propaganda machinery.

Refuting Pakistan DG ISPR`s claims of six Indian casualties in the ceasefire violation (CVF) along the Line of Control, the Indian Army on Tuesday said this again proves that the neighbouring country as a nation is only propaganda machinery. "Pakistan DG ISPR`s tweet of six Indian casualties again proves that Pakistan as a nation is only propaganda machinery. In the ongoing ceasefire violation today in KRISHNA GHATI Sector, Indian Army had one fatal casualty, four non-fatal casualties," Indian Army said. The Army termed it as a deliberate design by Pakistan to up the ante along the Line of Control to desperately seek international attention. "Initiation of ceasefire violation followed by false figure of Indian casualties is Pakistan`s deliberate design to up the ante along LoC to desperately seek international attention. Unlike Pakistan Army, Indian Army never hides the casualties," Indian Army added. One Indian Army soldier had lost his life in the ceasefire violation in Krishna Ghati sector during the day. Earlier in the day, Pakistani Army Spokesperson had in a tweet claimed that six Indian soldiers have been killed in the ceasefire violation along the Line of Control. "Pakistan Army`s befitting response to Indian CFVs in Tatta Pani Sector along LOC. Indian fire had martyred 3 civilians including 7 years old boy. Pakistan Army targeted Indian posts. 6 Indian soldiers including an officer killed, many injured 2 bunkers destroyed," DG ISPR said in a tweet.

Pakistan as nation is only propaganda machinery: Indian Army rebuts claims of six casualties in CFV

Pakistan on Tuesday summoned Indian Deputy High Commissioner over alleged <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jammu-and-kashmir-army-jawan-killed-four-personnel-injured-in-pakistan-ceasefire-violation-244508">ceasefire violations</a>.

Indian Deputy High Commissioner to Pakistan, Gaurav Ahluwalia was summoned by Pakistan Director General (South Asia and South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation), Mohammad Faisal over alleged ceasefire violations.

On Monday too, Ahluwalia was summoned by Pakistan for the fifth time in eight days to protest against the alleged ceasefire violation.

The Indian Defence Ministry in its annual report 2018-19 had said there were 228 CFVs (ceasefire violations) along the LC in 2016, 860 CFVs in 2017 and 1629 CFVs in 2018.

"Appropriate and effective retaliation, wherever required, was carried out to the CFVs initiated by Pakistan," the report said.

New Delhi has repeatedly urged Pakistan to "respect" the 2003 ceasefire arrangement between the two countries.

The developments also come in the absence of Indian High Commissioner to Pakistan, Ajay Bisaria, who returned to New Delhi earlier this week after Islamabad urged India to recall its envoy amid heightened tensions between the two neighbours following the abrogation of Article 370 that accorded special status to Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;

Pakistan on Tuesday summoned Indian Deputy High Commissioner over alleged ceasefire violations. Indian Deputy High Commissioner to Pakistan, Gaurav Ahluwalia was summoned by Pakistan Director General (South Asia and South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation), Mohammad Faisal over alleged ceasefire violations.

Pakistan on Tuesday summoned Indian Deputy High Commissioner over alleged ceasefire violations. Indian Deputy High Commissioner to Pakistan, Gaurav Ahluwalia was summoned by Pakistan Director General (South Asia and South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation), Mohammad Faisal over alleged ceasefire violations. On Monday too, Ahluwalia was summoned by Pakistan for the fifth time in eight days to protest against the alleged ceasefire violation. The Indian Defence Ministry in its annual report 2018-19 had said there were 228 CFVs (ceasefire violations) along the LC in 2016, 860 CFVs in 2017 and 1629 CFVs in 2018. "Appropriate and effective retaliation, wherever required, was carried out to the CFVs initiated by Pakistan," the report said. New Delhi has repeatedly urged Pakistan to "respect" the 2003 ceasefire arrangement between the two countries. The developments also come in the absence of Indian High Commissioner to Pakistan, Ajay Bisaria, who returned to New Delhi earlier this week after Islamabad urged India to recall its envoy amid heightened tensions between the two neighbours following the abrogation of Article 370 that accorded special status to Jammu and Kashmir.

Pakistan summons Indian Deputy High Commissioner over alleged ceasefire violations

One Army jawan lost his life while four other Army personnel including two officers were injured on Tuesday as Pakistan violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Krishna Ghati sector, army sources said.

The soldier who lost his life was identified as Naik Ravi Ranjan Kumar Singh, 36, a resident of Rohtas district in Bihar.

According to army sources, the four injured included two officers and two jawans who were hit by a mortar fired from across the LoC.

The jawans and the officers were travelling in their official vehicle when the incident happened.

The injured have been evacuated and provided medical care. Their health is in stable condition.

Paying tribute to the braveheart, Indian Army`s Northern Command had tweeted, "Lt Gen Ranbir Singh, Army CdrNC and all ranks salute the supreme sacrifice of Naik Ravi Ranjan Kumar Singh and offer deepest condolences to the family."

"He was a brave, highly motivated and sincere soldier. The Nation will always remain indebted to him for the supreme sacrifice and devotion to duty," read an official statement issued by PRO Defence.

The ceasefire violation was responded strongly and effectively by the Indian Army.

"Heavy damage to Pakistan Army posts and casualties to Pakistan soldiers have been inflicted by own troops," the statement added.

On August 17, Lance Naik Sandeep Thapa had lost his life in the ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Nowshera sector of Rajouri district.

One Army jawan lost his life while four other Army personnel including two officers were injured on Tuesday as Pakistan violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Krishna Ghati sector, army sources said.

One Army jawan lost his life while four other Army personnel including two officers were injured on Tuesday as Pakistan violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Krishna Ghati sector, army sources said. The soldier who lost his life was identified as Naik Ravi Ranjan Kumar Singh, 36, a resident of Rohtas district in Bihar. According to army sources, the four injured included two officers and two jawans who were hit by a mortar fired from across the LoC. The jawans and the officers were travelling in their official vehicle when the incident happened. The injured have been evacuated and provided medical care. Their health is in stable condition. Paying tribute to the braveheart, Indian Army`s Northern Command had tweeted, "Lt Gen Ranbir Singh, Army CdrNC and all ranks salute the supreme sacrifice of Naik Ravi Ranjan Kumar Singh and offer deepest condolences to the family." "He was a brave, highly motivated and sincere soldier. The Nation will always remain indebted to him for the supreme sacrifice and devotion to duty," read an official statement issued by PRO Defence. The ceasefire violation was responded strongly and effectively by the Indian Army. "Heavy damage to Pakistan Army posts and casualties to Pakistan soldiers have been inflicted by own troops," the statement added. On August 17, Lance Naik Sandeep Thapa had lost his life in the ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Nowshera sector of Rajouri district.

Jammu and Kashmir: Army jawan killed, four personnel injured in Pakistan ceasefire violation

Indian Army on Thursday said three Pakistani soldiers were killed in punitive proactive response after <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-summons-indian-envoy-over-alleged-ceasefire-violation-243097">ceasefire violations by Pakistan Army</a>.

Ceasefire violations are still taking place in Uri and Rajouri sectors, Army sources said.

Sources in the Indian Army also refuted claims made by Pakistani Army that five Indian soldiers were killed in the ceasefire violations along the Line of Control.

Earlier in the day, Pakistani Army while admitting that three of its soldiers were killed in the ceasefire violations had claimed that five Indian soldiers were also killed.

Pakistan had violated the ceasefire in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir earlier.&nbsp;

Meanwhile,&nbsp;Pakistan on Wednesday summoned Indian Deputy High Commissioner Gaurav Ahluwalia over alleged ceasefire violations along the Line of Control (LoC).

He was summoned by Mohammad Faisal, Pakistan's Director General for South Asia and SAARC, over the alleged incidents.

The&nbsp;development came amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan after the former's action to reorganize Jammu and Kashmir and remove provisions in Article 370, which gave special status to the people of Jammu and Kashmir.

New Delhi has repeatedly urged Pakistan to "respect" the 2003 Ceasefire arrangement. However, Pakistan has regularly violated a ceasefire along the LoC.&nbsp;

Indian Army on Thursday said three Pakistani soldiers were killed in punitive proactive response after ceasefire violations by Pakistan Army. Ceasefire violations are still taking place in Uri and Rajouri sectors, Army sources said.

Indian Army on Thursday said three Pakistani soldiers were killed in punitive proactive response after ceasefire violations by Pakistan Army. Ceasefire violations are still taking place in Uri and Rajouri sectors, Army sources said. Sources in the Indian Army also refuted claims made by Pakistani Army that five Indian soldiers were killed in the ceasefire violations along the Line of Control. Earlier in the day, Pakistani Army while admitting that three of its soldiers were killed in the ceasefire violations had claimed that five Indian soldiers were also killed. Pakistan had violated the ceasefire in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir earlier. Meanwhile, Pakistan on Wednesday summoned Indian Deputy High Commissioner Gaurav Ahluwalia over alleged ceasefire violations along the Line of Control (LoC). He was summoned by Mohammad Faisal, Pakistan's Director General for South Asia and SAARC, over the alleged incidents. The development came amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan after the former's action to reorganize Jammu and Kashmir and remove provisions in Article 370, which gave special status to the people of Jammu and Kashmir. New Delhi has repeatedly urged Pakistan to "respect" the 2003 Ceasefire arrangement. However, Pakistan has regularly violated a ceasefire along the LoC.

3 Pakistan soldiers killed in ceasefire violations, says Army, refutes claims of 5 Indian casualties

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India has taken up the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/army-jawan-killed-as-pakistan-violates-ceasefire-in-jammu-and-kashmirs-sunderbani-sector-239480">killing of an Indian civilian</a> during ceasefire violation by Pakistan. New Delhi made a strong demarche to Pakistan High Commission regarding the ceasefire violation on Tuesday. 
 
Calling the "deliberate targeting" of Indian civilians by Pakistan forces "against all established humanitarian norms and professional military conduct", New Delhi asked Islamabad to desist from such acts immediately and asked Pakistan to "investigate into such heinous acts of killing innocent civilians".

In 2019, 14 Indians have been killed in more than 1410 ceasefire violations by Pakistan so far.&nbsp;

New Delhi also asked Islamabad to "adhere" to the 2003 Ceasefire Understanding for maintaining peace and tranquillity along the Line of Control and the International Boundary.

Rahme Begum, resident of Dassi Baktoor, died in&nbsp;shelling by Pakistani army in Gurez sector of North Kashmir. In Tangdhar, nine civilians have been injured since Tuesday in ceasefire violations by Pakistan.

While the Indian side is giving a befitting response to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-violates-ceasefire-in-jammu-and-kashmirs-rajouri-district-one-woman-succumbs-to-injuries-239656">Pakistani ceasefire violations</a>, it has also launched a search operation to ensure that no infiltration happened during ceasefire violations. 
 
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In the exchange of fire on Tuesday, one Indian soldier Naik Krishan Lal attained martyrdom. Pakistani forces have also suffered a lot of casualties.

The deceased jawan was identified as 34-year-old Naik Krishan Lal, a resident of Ghagriya village in Akhnoor. Two Pakistani soldiers were also killed in retaliatory action by the Indian Army.

Earlier, a&nbsp;10-day-old baby also sustained injuries in the ceasefire violation by Pakistan. The baby later succumbed to the injuries. 
 
Meanwhile, Indian Deputy High Commissioner Gaurav Ahluwalia was summoned by Pakistan on ceasefire violations. He clearly told that they were initiated by the Pakistani side to provide support to infiltration attempts and the Indian side responded appropriately.&nbsp;

Ahluwalia said India deplored and condemned the deliberate targeting of innocent Indian civilians by Pakistani forces, pointing out these actions were against established humanitarian norms and professional military conduct.

 
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India has taken up the killing of an Indian civilian during ceasefire violation by Pakistan. New Delhi made a strong demarche to Pakistan High Commission regarding the ceasefire violation on Tuesday.

India has taken up the killing of an Indian civilian during ceasefire violation by Pakistan. New Delhi made a strong demarche to Pakistan High Commission regarding the ceasefire violation on Tuesday. Calling the "deliberate targeting" of Indian civilians by Pakistan forces "against all established humanitarian norms and professional military conduct", New Delhi asked Islamabad to desist from such acts immediately and asked Pakistan to "investigate into such heinous acts of killing innocent civilians". In 2019, 14 Indians have been killed in more than 1410 ceasefire violations by Pakistan so far. New Delhi also asked Islamabad to "adhere" to the 2003 Ceasefire Understanding for maintaining peace and tranquillity along the Line of Control and the International Boundary. Rahme Begum, resident of Dassi Baktoor, died in shelling by Pakistani army in Gurez sector of North Kashmir. In Tangdhar, nine civilians have been injured since Tuesday in ceasefire violations by Pakistan. While the Indian side is giving a befitting response to Pakistani ceasefire violations, it has also launched a search operation to ensure that no infiltration happened during ceasefire violations. WATCH: × In the exchange of fire on Tuesday, one Indian soldier Naik Krishan Lal attained martyrdom. Pakistani forces have also suffered a lot of casualties. The deceased jawan was identified as 34-year-old Naik Krishan Lal, a resident of Ghagriya village in Akhnoor. Two Pakistani soldiers were also killed in retaliatory action by the Indian Army. Earlier, a 10-day-old baby also sustained injuries in the ceasefire violation by Pakistan. The baby later succumbed to the injuries. Meanwhile, Indian Deputy High Commissioner Gaurav Ahluwalia was summoned by Pakistan on ceasefire violations. He clearly told that they were initiated by the Pakistani side to provide support to infiltration attempts and the Indian side responded appropriately. Ahluwalia said India deplored and condemned the deliberate targeting of innocent Indian civilians by Pakistani forces, pointing out these actions were against established humanitarian norms and professional military conduct.

India takes up killing of Indian civilian in ceasefire violation by Pakistan

Pakistani officials evacuated more than <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-violates-ceasefire-in-jammu-and-kashmirs-rajouri-district-one-woman-succumbs-to-injuries-239656">50 Chinese nationals</a> working near the Kashmir frontier, authorities said Wednesday, after a strong response from the Indian Army to its unprovoked and indiscriminate firing.&nbsp;

The Chinese were working on a dam being constructed along the confluence of the Neelam and Jhelum rivers when firing pushed authorities to move the workers late on Tuesday, news agency AFP said quoting Akhtar Ayub from the local disaster management authority.

The Pakistani troops resorted to unprovoked firing along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district.

&nbsp;An Indian woman died following the exchange along the Line of Control (LoC) in Gurez sector.

On Sunday, three civilians including a 10-day-old baby sustained injuries in the ceasefire violation by Pakistan. The baby later succumbed to the injuries. 
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This is the fourth consecutive day of firing and shelling by the Pakistan Army targeting civilian areas along the LoC.

Pakistani officials evacuated more than 50 Chinese nationals working near the Kashmir frontier, authorities said Wednesday, after a strong response from the Indian Army to its unprovoked and indiscriminate firing.

Pakistani officials evacuated more than 50 Chinese nationals working near the Kashmir frontier, authorities said Wednesday, after a strong response from the Indian Army to its unprovoked and indiscriminate firing. The Chinese were working on a dam being constructed along the confluence of the Neelam and Jhelum rivers when firing pushed authorities to move the workers late on Tuesday, news agency AFP said quoting Akhtar Ayub from the local disaster management authority. The Pakistani troops resorted to unprovoked firing along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district. An Indian woman died following the exchange along the Line of Control (LoC) in Gurez sector. On Sunday, three civilians including a 10-day-old baby sustained injuries in the ceasefire violation by Pakistan. The baby later succumbed to the injuries. This is the fourth consecutive day of firing and shelling by the Pakistan Army targeting civilian areas along the LoC.

Ceasefire violation in Jammu and Kashmir: Pakistan evacuates 50 Chinese nationals

Pakistan resorted to ceasefire violation in Rajouri and Kupwara districts of Jammu and Kashmir. Watch video to know more.

Pakistan violates ceasefire in Kupwara

Pakistan violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Nowshera sector in Rajouri district, news agency ANI reported.

According to the report, the Indian Army is retaliating effectively.

No casualties or injuries have been reported so far.

More details are awaited.&nbsp;

On July 1&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/navy-has-important-role-in-act-east-policy-rajnath-singh-231823">Defence Minister Rajnath Singh</a>&nbsp;informed Rajya Sabha that Pakistan has violated the ceasefire 1,248 times along the LoC in the last six months.

Rajnath Singh said this while replying to a question by BJP leader Vijay Pal Singh Tomar. He&nbsp;also informed that four Army jawans have been killed in these ceasefire violations (CFVs) by Pakistan.

In the month of March, 267 ceasefire violations took place. In the same month, a total of three Army jawans were killed. Another jawan was killed in the month of January.

The first three months of the year saw a spike in ceasefire violations. However, during the next three months, the number of ceasefire violations dropped.

Giving details of the CFVs, the minister said - 203 ceasefire violations took place in January, 215 in February, 267 in March, 234 in April, 221 in May and 108 in June.&nbsp;

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Pakistan violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Nowshera sector in Rajouri district, news agency ANI reported. According to the report, the Indian Army is retaliating effectively.

Pakistan violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Nowshera sector in Rajouri district, news agency ANI reported. According to the report, the Indian Army is retaliating effectively. No casualties or injuries have been reported so far. More details are awaited. On July 1 Defence Minister Rajnath Singh informed Rajya Sabha that Pakistan has violated the ceasefire 1,248 times along the LoC in the last six months. Rajnath Singh said this while replying to a question by BJP leader Vijay Pal Singh Tomar. He also informed that four Army jawans have been killed in these ceasefire violations (CFVs) by Pakistan. In the month of March, 267 ceasefire violations took place. In the same month, a total of three Army jawans were killed. Another jawan was killed in the month of January. The first three months of the year saw a spike in ceasefire violations. However, during the next three months, the number of ceasefire violations dropped. Giving details of the CFVs, the minister said - 203 ceasefire violations took place in January, 215 in February, 267 in March, 234 in April, 221 in May and 108 in June.

J&K: Pakistan violates ceasefire along LoC in Nowshera sector; no casualties

Three civilians were injured as the Pakistani army violated the ceasefire on the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district on Sunday, news agency IANS reported citing local police.

The three injured included&nbsp;two girls who were resident of&nbsp;Qasba and Bandi Chechian areas of Poonch.

According to the report, Pakistan initiated&nbsp;shelling with mortars and firing of small arms along the Line of Control (LoC) in the late evening.

Indian Army is retaliating effectively.

Further details are awaited.

 
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Three civilians were injured as the Pakistani army violated the ceasefire on the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district on Sunday, news agency IANS reported citing local police.

Three civilians were injured as the Pakistani army violated the ceasefire on the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district on Sunday, news agency IANS reported citing local police. The three injured included two girls who were resident of Qasba and Bandi Chechian areas of Poonch. According to the report, Pakistan initiated shelling with mortars and firing of small arms along the Line of Control (LoC) in the late evening. Indian Army is retaliating effectively. Further details are awaited.

J&K: Three civilians injured as Pakistan violates ceasefire in Poonch district

A civilian was injured in ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Degwar village of Poonch district in Jammu and Kashmir.

The civilian received bullet injury on his head during ceasefire violation that took place on Sunday at around 8:30 pm.

Tehsildar Haveli Poonch, Naresh Kumar told ANI, "He was injured in ceasefire violation by Pakistan around 8:30 pm today. He suffered a bullet injury in the head. The treatment is underway".

Yesterday, Pakistan resorted to mortar shelling and firing of small arms in Poonch and Rajouri districts.

Keeping in view the safety of students, all government and private schools up to 10+2 level within 0-5 Km distance from LoC in Keri sector (Education Zone Doongi) of Rajouri will remain closed on May 6.

"As a precautionary measure and keeping in view safety of the students, all Govt &amp; Pvt. schools up to 10+2 level within 0-5 Km distance from LoC in Keri sector (Education Zone Doongi) of Rajouri shall remain closed tomorrow, May 6," Rajouri Deputy Commissioner, Mohammad Aijaz Asad said.&nbsp;

A civilian was injured in ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Degwar village of Poonch district in Jammu and Kashmir. The civilian received bullet injury on his head during ceasefire violation that took place on Sunday at around 8:30 pm.

A civilian was injured in ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Degwar village of Poonch district in Jammu and Kashmir. The civilian received bullet injury on his head during ceasefire violation that took place on Sunday at around 8:30 pm. Tehsildar Haveli Poonch, Naresh Kumar told ANI, "He was injured in ceasefire violation by Pakistan around 8:30 pm today. He suffered a bullet injury in the head. The treatment is underway". Yesterday, Pakistan resorted to mortar shelling and firing of small arms in Poonch and Rajouri districts. Keeping in view the safety of students, all government and private schools up to 10+2 level within 0-5 Km distance from LoC in Keri sector (Education Zone Doongi) of Rajouri will remain closed on May 6. "As a precautionary measure and keeping in view safety of the students, all Govt & Pvt. schools up to 10+2 level within 0-5 Km distance from LoC in Keri sector (Education Zone Doongi) of Rajouri shall remain closed tomorrow, May 6," Rajouri Deputy Commissioner, Mohammad Aijaz Asad said.

Jammu and Kashmir: Civilian injured in ceasefire violation by Pakistan

Two civilians were injured in the ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Nowshera sector of Rajouri district, yesterday, news agency ANI reported.

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According to the report, Pakistan initiated&nbsp;shelling with mortars and firing of small arms along the Line of Control (LoC) around 2.20 pm.

The violation was then retaliated by the Indian Army.

Earlier on April 4, Pakistan violated ceasefire in Gulpar and Degwar sectors of Poonch.

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Two civilians were injured in the ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Nowshera sector of Rajouri district, yesterday, news agency ANI reported. Jammu and Kashmir: Two civilians were injured in the ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Nowshera sector of Rajouri district, yesterday.

Two civilians were injured in the ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Nowshera sector of Rajouri district, yesterday, news agency ANI reported. Jammu and Kashmir: Two civilians were injured in the ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Nowshera sector of Rajouri district, yesterday. pic.twitter.com/g7DNkmBy3r — ANI (@ANI) April 6, 2019 × According to the report, Pakistan initiated shelling with mortars and firing of small arms along the Line of Control (LoC) around 2.20 pm. The violation was then retaliated by the Indian Army. Earlier on April 4, Pakistan violated ceasefire in Gulpar and Degwar sectors of Poonch.

J&K: 2 civilians injured in Rajouri's ceasefire violation by Pakistan

A BSF officer and a minor girl were killed Monday as Pakistani troops resorted to heavy shelling on forward areas along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, sparking panic among border residents, officials said.

A BSF officer was killed in ceasefire violation by the Pakistani army along LoC in Poonch district, they said.

Sobia (5) was killed and two persons suffered injuries when a shell exploded near their house in a village in Shahpur sub-sector late Monday afternoon Monday, officials said.

Eleven persons, including six soldiers, were injured, they said.

The injured have been hospitalised, officials said.

The officials said six houses were damaged in the incident.

The shelling by Pakistan army was continuing in Krishnagati, Kerni, Mankote, Gulpur, Degwar Shahpur and Poonch sub-sectors when last reports came in.

A BSF officer and a minor girl were killed Monday as Pakistani troops resorted to heavy shelling on forward areas along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, sparking panic among border residents, officials said.

A BSF officer and a minor girl were killed Monday as Pakistani troops resorted to heavy shelling on forward areas along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, sparking panic among border residents, officials said. A BSF officer was killed in ceasefire violation by the Pakistani army along LoC in Poonch district, they said. Sobia (5) was killed and two persons suffered injuries when a shell exploded near their house in a village in Shahpur sub-sector late Monday afternoon Monday, officials said. Eleven persons, including six soldiers, were injured, they said. The injured have been hospitalised, officials said. The officials said six houses were damaged in the incident. The shelling by Pakistan army was continuing in Krishnagati, Kerni, Mankote, Gulpur, Degwar Shahpur and Poonch sub-sectors when last reports came in.

Jammu and Kashmir: BSF officer, 5-year-old girl killed in ceasefire violation by Pakistan Army in Poonch

A civilian was critically injured Saturday as Pakistani troops violated ceasefire by targeting forward posts and villages along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.

Mohammad Mushtaq was hit by splinters of a mortar shell which exploded near his house at Narala village in Mankote sector, the officials said.

They said the critically injured civilian was rushed to a hospital.

A defence spokesman said the Pakistani Army initiated the unprovoked ceasefire violation by shelling with mortar and firing by small arms from across the border in Mankote and Krishna Ghati sectors at around 2000 hours.

The Indian Army retaliated befittingly, he said, adding that the cross-border firing between the two sides was still continuing intermittently.

Seven persons including three soldiers were killed in the twin districts of Rajouri and Poonch since India's air strike on a Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terror camp in Pakistan's Balakot on February 26 in response to the February 14 Pulwama attack that killed 40 CRPF personnel.

A civilian was critically injured Saturday as Pakistani troops violated ceasefire by targeting forward posts and villages along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.

A civilian was critically injured Saturday as Pakistani troops violated ceasefire by targeting forward posts and villages along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. Mohammad Mushtaq was hit by splinters of a mortar shell which exploded near his house at Narala village in Mankote sector, the officials said. They said the critically injured civilian was rushed to a hospital. A defence spokesman said the Pakistani Army initiated the unprovoked ceasefire violation by shelling with mortar and firing by small arms from across the border in Mankote and Krishna Ghati sectors at around 2000 hours. The Indian Army retaliated befittingly, he said, adding that the cross-border firing between the two sides was still continuing intermittently. Seven persons including three soldiers were killed in the twin districts of Rajouri and Poonch since India's air strike on a Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terror camp in Pakistan's Balakot on February 26 in response to the February 14 Pulwama attack that killed 40 CRPF personnel.

Civilian injured as Pakistan violates ceasefire along LoC in J&K's Poonch

An army soldier was killed in a ceasefire violation by Pakistan along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday.

The ceasefire was violated along the Poonch sector.

A resident of Rajasthan, army jawan Hari Waker, was critically injured in the shellings fired by Pakistan last night.&nbsp;

He was shifted to Army Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.&nbsp;

Pakistani troops have violated the ceasefire over 110 times along the LoC since January.

(With inputs from ANI)

An army soldier was killed in a ceasefire violation by Pakistan along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday. The ceasefire was violated along the Poonch sector.

An army soldier was killed in a ceasefire violation by Pakistan along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday. The ceasefire was violated along the Poonch sector. A resident of Rajasthan, army jawan Hari Waker, was critically injured in the shellings fired by Pakistan last night. He was shifted to Army Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. Pakistani troops have violated the ceasefire over 110 times along the LoC since January. (With inputs from ANI)

Soldier killed in ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch

Pakistani troops on Saturday resorted to fresh mortar shelling along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, officials said.

Defence Ministry spokesman Lieutenant Colonel Devender Anand said, "At about 5.30 p.m. today the Pakistan Army resorted to unprovoked ceasefire violation on the LoC in Poonch district."

"They used mortar shelling and firing by small arms to target Indian positions," he said, adding that our troops are retaliating effectively.

On Thursday, an Army jawan was killed as Pakistani troops shelled forward areas and Indian posts with artillery and mortar bombs along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district.

(With inputs from agencies)

Pakistani troops on Saturday resorted to fresh mortar shelling along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, officials said. Defence Ministry spokesman Lieutenant Colonel Devender Anand said, "At about 5.

Pakistani troops on Saturday resorted to fresh mortar shelling along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, officials said. Defence Ministry spokesman Lieutenant Colonel Devender Anand said, "At about 5.30 p.m. today the Pakistan Army resorted to unprovoked ceasefire violation on the LoC in Poonch district." "They used mortar shelling and firing by small arms to target Indian positions," he said, adding that our troops are retaliating effectively. On Thursday, an Army jawan was killed as Pakistani troops shelled forward areas and Indian posts with artillery and mortar bombs along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district. (With inputs from agencies)

J&K: Pakistan army resorts to fresh ceasefire violation in Poonch

An Army soldier was killed when Pakistan violated the ceasefire by heavily shelling forward areas and posts along the Line of Control with mortar bombs in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district Thursday, officials said.

Pakistani troops violated the ceasefire in Keri belt of Sunderbani sector this morning, they said.

One soldier was killed in Pakistani firing, they added.&nbsp;

Pakistani troops have violated the ceasefire over 110 times along the LoC since January.

An Army soldier was killed when Pakistan violated the ceasefire by heavily shelling forward areas and posts along the Line of Control with mortar bombs in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district Thursday, officials said.

An Army soldier was killed when Pakistan violated the ceasefire by heavily shelling forward areas and posts along the Line of Control with mortar bombs in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district Thursday, officials said. Pakistani troops violated the ceasefire in Keri belt of Sunderbani sector this morning, they said. One soldier was killed in Pakistani firing, they added. Pakistani troops have violated the ceasefire over 110 times along the LoC since January.

J&K: Soldier killed as Pakistan Army violates ceasefire along LoC in Rajouri

An Indian Army jawan has been killed in a ceasefire violation along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri.&nbsp;

The ceasefire violation took place in Keri Battal in the Sunderbani sector.&nbsp;

Tensions have been running high between India and Pakistan ever since the Indian Air Force's air strike on a Jaish-e-Mohammed training camp in Balakote on February 26 in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunwa province.&nbsp;

Pakistan retaliated a day later, dropping bombs on Indian territory from their side of the Line of Control. India said the bombs were aimed at Indian military installations but that they missed their targets.&nbsp;

India also scrambled jets to chase out the Pakistani planes. A dogfight ensued in which a Pakistani F-16 and and Indian MiG-21 were shot down. This was the first time the Indian and Pakistani air forces had been involved in a skirmish in over 40 years.&nbsp;

Both countries have been on high alert ever since.&nbsp;

The air strike on the JeM training camp was in retaliation for the Pulwama terrorist attack which left <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/awantipora-crpf-convoy-hit-by-explosives-laden-vehicle-several-jawans-killed-197418">over 40 CRPF personnel dead</a>.&nbsp;

An Indian Army jawan has been killed in a ceasefire violation along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri. The ceasefire violation took place in Keri Battal in the Sunderbani sector.

An Indian Army jawan has been killed in a ceasefire violation along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri. The ceasefire violation took place in Keri Battal in the Sunderbani sector. Tensions have been running high between India and Pakistan ever since the Indian Air Force's air strike on a Jaish-e-Mohammed training camp in Balakote on February 26 in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunwa province. Pakistan retaliated a day later, dropping bombs on Indian territory from their side of the Line of Control. India said the bombs were aimed at Indian military installations but that they missed their targets. India also scrambled jets to chase out the Pakistani planes. A dogfight ensued in which a Pakistani F-16 and and Indian MiG-21 were shot down. This was the first time the Indian and Pakistani air forces had been involved in a skirmish in over 40 years. Both countries have been on high alert ever since. The air strike on the JeM training camp was in retaliation for the Pulwama terrorist attack which left over 40 CRPF personnel dead.

Jammu and Kashmir: Army jawan killed in ceasefire violation along LoC

A special police officer (SPO) was seriously injured as Pakistani troops <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/j-k-pakistan-violates-ceasefire-along-loc-in-rajouri-poonch-201517">violated ceasefire</a> along the Line of Control on Friday by targeting forward posts and villages in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, breaking a two-day lull in the border skirmishes, officials said.&nbsp;

SPO Sayeed Hussain Shah was seriously injured when a Pakistani shell exploded near him at village Gondria in Shahpur sector, a police official said.

He said Shah was attended at a local hospital and later referred to Government Medical College hospital Jammu for specialised treatment.&nbsp;

A defence spokesman said the shelling from across the border in Shahpur and Kerni sectors started around 6 pm, prompting strong and effective retaliation by the Indian Army.&nbsp;

Pakistan initiated unprovoked ceasefire violation by heavy shelling with artillery and firing of small arms, he said adding the cross-border shelling between the two sides was still on when last reports were received.&nbsp;

There has been a spurt in ceasefire violations by Pakistan after India's preemptive air strike on a Jaish-e-Mohammad terror camp in Balakot on February 26 following the February 14 Pulwama terror attack in which 40 CRPF personnel were killed.&nbsp;

Four civilians, including three members of a family, were killed and several others injured as Pakistan targeted over 80 villages in over 100 incidents of ceasefire violations along the LoC in the state since then.&nbsp;

The shelling from across the border stopped on Wednesday afternoon and the lull was broken by latest incident of firing Friday evening, the spokesperson said.

A special police officer (SPO) was seriously injured as Pakistani troops violated ceasefire along the Line of Control on Friday by targeting forward posts and villages in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, breaking a two-day lull in the border skirmishes, officials said.

A special police officer (SPO) was seriously injured as Pakistani troops violated ceasefire along the Line of Control on Friday by targeting forward posts and villages in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, breaking a two-day lull in the border skirmishes, officials said. SPO Sayeed Hussain Shah was seriously injured when a Pakistani shell exploded near him at village Gondria in Shahpur sector, a police official said. He said Shah was attended at a local hospital and later referred to Government Medical College hospital Jammu for specialised treatment. A defence spokesman said the shelling from across the border in Shahpur and Kerni sectors started around 6 pm, prompting strong and effective retaliation by the Indian Army. Pakistan initiated unprovoked ceasefire violation by heavy shelling with artillery and firing of small arms, he said adding the cross-border shelling between the two sides was still on when last reports were received. There has been a spurt in ceasefire violations by Pakistan after India's preemptive air strike on a Jaish-e-Mohammad terror camp in Balakot on February 26 following the February 14 Pulwama terror attack in which 40 CRPF personnel were killed. Four civilians, including three members of a family, were killed and several others injured as Pakistan targeted over 80 villages in over 100 incidents of ceasefire violations along the LoC in the state since then. The shelling from across the border stopped on Wednesday afternoon and the lull was broken by latest incident of firing Friday evening, the spokesperson said.

SPO injured as Pakistan violates ceasefire in Jammu And Kashmir's Poonch

Pakistan resorts to unprovoked firing and heavy shelling in J&K's Poonch sector

Pakistan violated the ceasefire along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir for the eighth consecutive day on Friday.

At 1800 hours, Pakistan violated ceasefire along LoC in Mendhar and Krishna Ghati sectors of Rajouri and Poonch’ Balakote.

Another violation took place in Rajouri district's Nowshera sector at 16:15 hours&nbsp;where the Indian Army retaliated in counter-firing.

Earlier today the Pak army had violated the ceasefire along the LoC in J&amp;K's Poonch district, leaving a woman injured. The&nbsp;woman was identified as Naseem Akhtar.

On Thursday, a woman was killed and a jawan was injured when Pakistani Army heavily shelled civilian areas and forward posts in six sectors along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch and Rajouri districts, drawing retaliation from the Indian Army.

The firing and mortar shelling continued night long in several sectors of Poonch and Rajouri districts, an official said.

The Pakistan Army has violated the ceasefire for over 60 times during the last one week by targeting over 70 civilian and forward areas along the LoC in Poonch, Rajouri, Jammu and Baramulla districts of Jammu and Kashmir, in which one woman was killed and 9 people were injured.

2018 had witnessed the highest number of ceasefire violation, numbering 2,936 by Pakistani troops, in the last 15 years along the Indo-Pak border. Pakistan continues to violate the 2003 ceasefire agreement with India despite repeated calls for restraint and adherence to the pact during flag meetings between the two sides.

(With inputs from agencies)

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Pakistan violated the ceasefire along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir for the eighth consecutive day on Friday. At 1800 hours, Pakistan violated ceasefire along LoC in Mendhar and Krishna Ghati sectors of Rajouri and Poonch’ Balakote.

Pakistan violated the ceasefire along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir for the eighth consecutive day on Friday. At 1800 hours, Pakistan violated ceasefire along LoC in Mendhar and Krishna Ghati sectors of Rajouri and Poonch’ Balakote. Another violation took place in Rajouri district's Nowshera sector at 16:15 hours where the Indian Army retaliated in counter-firing. Earlier today the Pak army had violated the ceasefire along the LoC in J&K's Poonch district, leaving a woman injured. The woman was identified as Naseem Akhtar. On Thursday, a woman was killed and a jawan was injured when Pakistani Army heavily shelled civilian areas and forward posts in six sectors along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch and Rajouri districts, drawing retaliation from the Indian Army. The firing and mortar shelling continued night long in several sectors of Poonch and Rajouri districts, an official said. The Pakistan Army has violated the ceasefire for over 60 times during the last one week by targeting over 70 civilian and forward areas along the LoC in Poonch, Rajouri, Jammu and Baramulla districts of Jammu and Kashmir, in which one woman was killed and 9 people were injured. 2018 had witnessed the highest number of ceasefire violation, numbering 2,936 by Pakistani troops, in the last 15 years along the Indo-Pak border. Pakistan continues to violate the 2003 ceasefire agreement with India despite repeated calls for restraint and adherence to the pact during flag meetings between the two sides. (With inputs from agencies)

Jammu & Kashmir: Pakistan violates ceasefire for eighth consecutive day

The Pakistani Army Thursday heavily shelled forward posts along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch and Rajouri districts, committing repeated ceasefire violations but drawing "strong" retaliation from the Indian Army, an official said.

This is the seventh consecutive day that Pakistan breached the ceasefire, targeting forward posts along the LoC.

There have been fresh ceasefire violations in Nowshera and Krishna Ghati sectors, officials said.

They committed three ceasefire violations during the day, officials added.

"At about 2.14 pm, the Pakistani troops resorted to unprovoked mortar shelling and small arms firing along the LoC in Nowshera sector in Rajouri, violating the ceasefire," the Defence PRO said.

They violated the ceasefire earlier at about 1 pm, resorting to unprovoked shelling and firing along the LoC in Krishna Ghati sector, he said.

"The Indian Army retaliated strongly and effectively," he added.

The Pakistani army began breaching ceasefire since early morning, resorting to unprovoked shelling and firing in the Krishna Ghati sector, he said, adding the pre-dawn shelling bout ended at 6 am.

In view of the prevailing situation, authorities have ordered temporary closure of educational institutions, located up to five kms from the LoC in Rajouri and Poonch districts.

They have asked border village residents to stay inside their homes and not to move outside amid the shelling.

The year 2018 witnessed the highest number of ceasefire violations, numbering 2,936 by Pakistani troops, in the last 15 years along the Indo-Pak border.

Pakistan continues to violate the 2003 ceasefire agreement with India despite repeated calls for restraint and adherence to the pact during flag meetings between the two sides.

The Pakistani Army Thursday heavily shelled forward posts along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch and Rajouri districts, committing repeated ceasefire violations but drawing "strong" retaliation from the Indian Army, an official said.

The Pakistani Army Thursday heavily shelled forward posts along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch and Rajouri districts, committing repeated ceasefire violations but drawing "strong" retaliation from the Indian Army, an official said. This is the seventh consecutive day that Pakistan breached the ceasefire, targeting forward posts along the LoC. There have been fresh ceasefire violations in Nowshera and Krishna Ghati sectors, officials said. They committed three ceasefire violations during the day, officials added. "At about 2.14 pm, the Pakistani troops resorted to unprovoked mortar shelling and small arms firing along the LoC in Nowshera sector in Rajouri, violating the ceasefire," the Defence PRO said. They violated the ceasefire earlier at about 1 pm, resorting to unprovoked shelling and firing along the LoC in Krishna Ghati sector, he said. "The Indian Army retaliated strongly and effectively," he added. The Pakistani army began breaching ceasefire since early morning, resorting to unprovoked shelling and firing in the Krishna Ghati sector, he said, adding the pre-dawn shelling bout ended at 6 am. In view of the prevailing situation, authorities have ordered temporary closure of educational institutions, located up to five kms from the LoC in Rajouri and Poonch districts. They have asked border village residents to stay inside their homes and not to move outside amid the shelling. The year 2018 witnessed the highest number of ceasefire violations, numbering 2,936 by Pakistani troops, in the last 15 years along the Indo-Pak border. Pakistan continues to violate the 2003 ceasefire agreement with India despite repeated calls for restraint and adherence to the pact during flag meetings between the two sides.

Pakistan resorts to ceasefire violation on seventh consecutive day, fires mortars in Poonch

India has strongly raised the matter of ceasefire violations by Pakistan in the month of January. A total of 216 <a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-violates-ceasefire-fifth-time-in-a-week-fires-on-jk-border-posts-189011">ceasefire violations</a> were registered from Pakistan's side in the month of January 2019. Two BSF personnel were injured, while one lost his life.&nbsp;

India sent a note verbale to Pakistan regarding the violations. Pakistan violated ceasefire as many as 2,140 times last year in which 14 BSF personnel were killed, 53 got injured.&nbsp;

Minister of State for Home Ministry, Hansraj Ahir, told the Parliament on Tuesday, "Diplomatically, India has repeatedly emphasized, including at the highest level, the need for Pakistan to uphold the sanctity of the Line of Control (LoC) and abide by the ceasefire commitments along the International Border and LoC".

India has been raising the issue of ceasefire violations with Pak&nbsp;authorities at the appropriate levels. The matter is also raised through Directorate Generals of Military Operations (DGMOs) talks via hotline which happen almost every Tuesday.

In May 2018, Indian and Pak DGMOs spoke to each other and agreed to fully implement the Ceasefire Understanding of 2003 in letter and spirit and ensure that the ceasefire is not violated by any side. 
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India has strongly raised the matter of ceasefire violations by Pakistan in the month of January. A total of 216 ceasefire violations were registered from Pakistan's side in the month of January 2019.

India has strongly raised the matter of ceasefire violations by Pakistan in the month of January. A total of 216 ceasefire violations were registered from Pakistan's side in the month of January 2019. Two BSF personnel were injured, while one lost his life. India sent a note verbale to Pakistan regarding the violations. Pakistan violated ceasefire as many as 2,140 times last year in which 14 BSF personnel were killed, 53 got injured. Minister of State for Home Ministry, Hansraj Ahir, told the Parliament on Tuesday, "Diplomatically, India has repeatedly emphasized, including at the highest level, the need for Pakistan to uphold the sanctity of the Line of Control (LoC) and abide by the ceasefire commitments along the International Border and LoC". India has been raising the issue of ceasefire violations with Pak authorities at the appropriate levels. The matter is also raised through Directorate Generals of Military Operations (DGMOs) talks via hotline which happen almost every Tuesday. In May 2018, Indian and Pak DGMOs spoke to each other and agreed to fully implement the Ceasefire Understanding of 2003 in letter and spirit and ensure that the ceasefire is not violated by any side.

Pakistan violated ceasefire over 200 times in January, India raises matter with Pak authorities

The ministry of external affairs on Wednesday summoned Pakistan High Commission official and lodged a strong protest to the death of an innocent civilian in unprovoked ceasefire violation (CFV) by Pakistan forces on 11 January 2019 in Sunderbani Sector.

The individual named Hemraj was shot by Pakistani forces from across the line of control (LoC) and later succumbed to wounds.

The ministry of external affairs in a release said, "Our strong concerns were also shared at continued unprovoked firing and ceasefire violations across the Line of Control and the International Boundary."

It further added, "We also protested Pakistan’s continued support to cross border terrorist infiltration into India, including supporting cover fire provided by Pakistan forces."

On the same day itself, an Improvised Explosive Device explosion took place near LoC in Naushera Sector in which an Army Officer and a soldier died.

In 2018, 28 civilians died due to ceasefire violations by Pakistani forces, maximum in the last 4 years.

The ministry of external affairs on Wednesday summoned Pakistan High Commission official and lodged a strong protest to the death of an innocent civilian in unprovoked ceasefire violation (CFV) by Pakistan forces on 11 January 2019 in Sunderbani Sector.

The ministry of external affairs on Wednesday summoned Pakistan High Commission official and lodged a strong protest to the death of an innocent civilian in unprovoked ceasefire violation (CFV) by Pakistan forces on 11 January 2019 in Sunderbani Sector. The individual named Hemraj was shot by Pakistani forces from across the line of control (LoC) and later succumbed to wounds. The ministry of external affairs in a release said, "Our strong concerns were also shared at continued unprovoked firing and ceasefire violations across the Line of Control and the International Boundary." It further added, "We also protested Pakistan’s continued support to cross border terrorist infiltration into India, including supporting cover fire provided by Pakistan forces." On the same day itself, an Improvised Explosive Device explosion took place near LoC in Naushera Sector in which an Army Officer and a soldier died. In 2018, 28 civilians died due to ceasefire violations by Pakistani forces, maximum in the last 4 years.

India summons Pakistan High Commission official over killing of civilian

Pakistan has been intermittently violating the ceasefire since last 48 hours along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch, news agency ANI reported on Friday.

Indian Army has also been retaliating.

According to the&nbsp;report, no casualty or injury has been reported so far.

The latest ceasefire violation comes days after Pakistan had violated the ceasefire in Poonch as they targeted forward positions.

On December 26, one civilian was killed in the ceasefire violations incident by Pakistan.

On December 21, two Army personnel lost their lives during a ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Keran sector of Kupwara.

The deceased soldiers were identified as Subedar Gamar Thapa and Subedar Raman Thapa.&nbsp; 
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According to the report, no casualty or injury has been reported so far.

Pakistan has been intermittently violating the ceasefire since last 48 hours along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch, news agency ANI reported on Friday. Indian Army has also been retaliating. According to the report, no casualty or injury has been reported so far. The latest ceasefire violation comes days after Pakistan had violated the ceasefire in Poonch as they targeted forward positions. On December 26, one civilian was killed in the ceasefire violations incident by Pakistan. On December 21, two Army personnel lost their lives during a ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Keran sector of Kupwara. The deceased soldiers were identified as Subedar Gamar Thapa and Subedar Raman Thapa.

Jammu and Kashmir: Pakistan violates ceasefire along LoC in Poonch

Four Border Security Force (BSF) personnel lost their lives and three others sustained injuries in a ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Chambliyal sector of Samba in the wee hours of Wednesday morning.

Among the deceased were two BSF jawans, one Assistant Commandant and one Sub-Inspector, who were killed during the shelling while they were out and retaliating.

Earlier in May, the Director General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of India and Pakistan had spoken to each other on the issue of ceasefire violations and terrorist activities and agreed to fully implement the ceasefire understanding of 2003, to ensure that ceasefire will not be violated by both sides.

Both the DGMOs had reviewed the prevailing situation along the Line of Control and International Boundary in Jammu and Kashmir, according to an official statement.

In a tweet, Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP) SP Vaid expressed his condolence over the incident. 
 
"In Ramgarh Jammu sector of IB , 4 BSF personnel were martyred including one Asstt Commandant & 5 injured due to firing from across. Our heart goes to those who lost their dear ones," he said.

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Both the DGMOs had reviewed the prevailing situation along the Line of Control and International Boundary in Jammu and Kashmir, according to an official statement.

Four Border Security Force (BSF) personnel lost their lives and three others sustained injuries in a ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Chambliyal sector of Samba in the wee hours of Wednesday morning. Among the deceased were two BSF jawans, one Assistant Commandant and one Sub-Inspector, who were killed during the shelling while they were out and retaliating. Earlier in May, the Director General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of India and Pakistan had spoken to each other on the issue of ceasefire violations and terrorist activities and agreed to fully implement the ceasefire understanding of 2003, to ensure that ceasefire will not be violated by both sides. Both the DGMOs had reviewed the prevailing situation along the Line of Control and International Boundary in Jammu and Kashmir, according to an official statement. In a tweet, Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP) SP Vaid expressed his condolence over the incident. "In Ramgarh Jammu sector of IB , 4 BSF personnel were martyred including one Asstt Commandant & 5 injured due to firing from across. Our heart goes to those who lost their dear ones," he said. In Ramgarh Jammu sector of IB , 4 BSF personnel were martyred including one Asstt Commandant & 5 injured due to firing from across. Our heart goes to those who lost their dear ones. — Shesh Paul Vaid (@spvaid) June 13, 2018 × (With inputs from Agencies)

Jammu and Kashmir: 4 BSF personnel killed in ceasefire violation by Pakistan

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