Four Indian Army soldiers, including an officer, were killed during an encounter with terrorists in the Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday. Watch in for more details!

Jammu-Kashmir: 4 Indian troops killed in encounter between army & terrorists

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<p>A video of an alleged alien encounter&nbsp;which happened in the backyard of a house in Las Vegas in 2023 and went viral&nbsp;has been found to be&nbsp;real, say experts.</p>

<p>Speaking to News Nation, evidence examiner Scott Roder said, “Once you see it, you can’t deny it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“There’s no editing. That is an original video. We tried to debunk it to see if there was something that was added to the video. All of our results came back as it was authentic,” he added.</p>

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<p>The video in question was recorded overnight between April 30 and May 1 last year by a teenager identified as Angel Kenmore.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At around 11:50 pm local time, Kenmore called 911 just&nbsp;when a Las Vegas police officer reported that he saw a fleeting object in the sky.</p>

<p>The&nbsp;American Meteor Society&nbsp;said the flash of the UFO was seen as far as California and Utah.</p>

<p>After Kenmore and his family tried to investigate, a video&nbsp;caught the unexplained motion of something above a fencepost. Such a spotting of something eerie left the family in horror.</p>

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<p>The eerie body spotted was described by the man in a YouTube video&nbsp;as “a tall, skinny, lengthy creature” with a “grey-greenish colour.”</p>

<p>After the alien encounter, the young man said, “In my backyard. I swear to God this is not a joke, this is actually — we’re terrified."</p>

<p>“They’re very large. They’re like 8&nbsp;feet, 9 feet, 10&nbsp;feet. They look like aliens to us. Big eyes. They have big eyes. Like, I can’t explain it. And big mouth. They’re shiny eyes and they’re not human. They’re 100% not human,” he added.</p>

<h2><strong>Not a hoax or 'a floating head': Expert</strong></h2>

<p>After a close review of the footage, Roder said that he was sure about this not being a hoax or “a floating head.”</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Strongest sign of alien found: The search for life beyond earth</strong></p>

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<p>“We believe it’s attached to a body. And the motion of that head from right to left is consistent with the motion that we see between the slats of the fence,” Roder&nbsp;said.</p>

<p>“It’s there. It’s&nbsp;absolutely&nbsp;there," he added. Expert Ben Hansen, who is the host of “UFO Witness” on Discovery+, said that the movement may have occurred because of the flashlight’s reflection.</p>

<p>However, Roder was not convinced. “I don’t understand how the shadow could just be floating above the fence. I don’t believe that makes any sense," he said.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A video of an alleged alien encounter which happened in the backyard of a house in Las Vegas in 2023 and went viral has been found to be real, say experts. Speaking to News Nation, evidence examiner Scott Roder said, “Once you see it, you can’t deny it.

A video of an alleged alien encounter which happened in the backyard of a house in Las Vegas in 2023 and went viral has been found to be real, say experts. Speaking to News Nation, evidence examiner Scott Roder said, “Once you see it, you can’t deny it. “There’s no editing. That is an original video. We tried to debunk it to see if there was something that was added to the video. All of our results came back as it was authentic,” he added. Also Read: An Earth-like planet? Tantalising proof of life on THIS exoplanet has scientists in 'shock' The video in question was recorded overnight between April 30 and May 1 last year by a teenager identified as Angel Kenmore. At around 11:50 pm local time, Kenmore called 911 just when a Las Vegas police officer reported that he saw a fleeting object in the sky. The American Meteor Society said the flash of the UFO was seen as far as California and Utah. After Kenmore and his family tried to investigate, a video caught the unexplained motion of something above a fencepost. Such a spotting of something eerie left the family in horror. Apparently there’s an alien and he’s in Las Vegas guys. This video was filmed using a potato so you let me know if you see him and if he wants any snacks, I have them. pic.twitter.com/9Jv3qRub25 — Jess Magdefrau (@JessMagdefrau) May 8, 2024 × The eerie body spotted was described by the man in a YouTube video as “a tall, skinny, lengthy creature” with a “grey-greenish colour.” After the alien encounter, the young man said, “In my backyard. I swear to God this is not a joke, this is actually — we’re terrified." “They’re very large. They’re like 8 feet, 9 feet, 10 feet. They look like aliens to us. Big eyes. They have big eyes. Like, I can’t explain it. And big mouth. They’re shiny eyes and they’re not human. They’re 100% not human,” he added. Not a hoax or 'a floating head': Expert After a close review of the footage, Roder said that he was sure about this not being a hoax or “a floating head.” Watch: Strongest sign of alien found: The search for life beyond earth “We believe it’s attached to a body. And the motion of that head from right to left is consistent with the motion that we see between the slats of the fence,” Roder said. “It’s there. It’s absolutely there," he added. Expert Ben Hansen, who is the host of “UFO Witness” on Discovery+, said that the movement may have occurred because of the flashlight’s reflection. However, Roder was not convinced. “I don’t understand how the shadow could just be floating above the fence. I don’t believe that makes any sense," he said. (With inputs from agencies)

Alien encounter in backyard of a Las Vegas house not fake, expert examiner claims

<p>An exchange of fire occurred between terrorists and the Indian Army in the Rangi forests of Bandipora District earlier on Wednesday (April 24). During the operation, sources say two Indian Army soldiers got injured. Officials say that both have suffered shoulder injuries and have been shifted to the hospital where their condition is said to be stable.</p>

<p>An official of Jammu and Kashmir Police said that the Indian Army was conducting a massive search operation in the Rangi forests in the upper reaches of Bandipora district after receiving&nbsp;<br />
input about the presence of terrorists in the area. During the search operation, terrorists fired on the soldiers.</p>

<p>"A contact was established between #terrorists and security forces in the early morning in Renji forest area of Aragam, #Bandipora. Search operation is going on," said Jammu and Kashmir Police.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police have called in more reinforcements to the area of operation and the search operation in the area has been intensified.</p>


An exchange of fire occurred between terrorists and the Indian Army in the Rangi forests of Bandipora District earlier on Wednesday (April 24). During the operation, sources say two Indian Army soldiers got injured.

An exchange of fire occurred between terrorists and the Indian Army in the Rangi forests of Bandipora District earlier on Wednesday (April 24). During the operation, sources say two Indian Army soldiers got injured. Officials say that both have suffered shoulder injuries and have been shifted to the hospital where their condition is said to be stable. An official of Jammu and Kashmir Police said that the Indian Army was conducting a massive search operation in the Rangi forests in the upper reaches of Bandipora district after receiving input about the presence of terrorists in the area. During the search operation, terrorists fired on the soldiers. "A contact was established between #terrorists and security forces in the early morning in Renji forest area of Aragam, #Bandipora. Search operation is going on," said Jammu and Kashmir Police. Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police have called in more reinforcements to the area of operation and the search operation in the area has been intensified.

Encounter begins in Rangi forests of Bandipora in North Kashmir

A major anti-insurgency operation is underway in India's Central State of Chhattisgarh. At least 29 Maoists have been killed in a police encounter and the border security forces say the encounter took place in Kanker District.

Chhattisgarh: Police and Maoists exchange fire in Kanker

<p>Scientists spotted a massive, car-sized asteroid two days before it had an extremely close shave with Earth on Thursday (April 11).&nbsp;</p>

<p>To everyone's relief, the 9.4-foot space rock, although came very close to Earth, made a harmless pass by the planet.</p>

<p>The newly-discovered asteroid 2024 GJ2 is around the size of a car and after it was spotted by astronomers they calculated that the space rock would pass by Earth at a mere distance of 19.3 thousand kilometres from Earth.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This is just three per cent of the distance between the Moon and the Earth. According to the European Space Agency (ESA), 2024 GJ2 measures between 2.5 and 5 metres (8.2 and 16 feet).</p>

<p>Its size means that it is an asteroid with a weight class which would have burned up in the atmosphere of the Earth if its orbit intersected with ours more directly.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/nasa-blasts-an-asteroid-in-space-it-now-fears-its-debris-may-collide-with-mars-707195">NASA blasted an asteroid in space. It now fears boulders may collide with Mars</a></p>

<p>As per the astronomers, the asteroid made its closest approach at 2:28:42 p.m. EDT, when it was at a distance of 12,298 kilometres from Earth on Thursday (April 11).</p>

<p>The asteroid will not return&nbsp;till 2093, as per the near-Earth Objects Coordination Centre of the ESA. However, at that time, the asteroid will not fly as close as it did this time.</p>

<p>In 2093, asteroid GJ2 is expected to fly as close as 205,947 kilometres from us, which is 10 times farther than the distance at which it flew this time.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Around 35,000 near-Earth asteroids have been catalogued by NASA to date, although very few of them threaten&nbsp;our planet.</p>

<h2><strong>What are asteroids and how does NASA track them?</strong></h2>

<p>As per the scientists, asteroids are space rocks and some of them are also made of metal and orbit around the Sun.</p>

<p>Some asteroids are tiny and some are as huge as boulders. The asteroids can also fly even hundreds of kilometres across.&nbsp;</p>

<p>These asteroids have remained preserved in the solar system from the time it came into existence some 4.6 billion years ago.</p>

<p>The asteroids can also cause massive damage and hence, the space agencies track them. A range of instruments are used by the US space agency NASA to track the asteroids.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Gravitas | The impact of NASA asteroid deflection</strong></p>

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<p>NASA has observatories which are equipped with powerful telescopes that are capable of scanning the skies from Earth.&nbsp;</p>

<p>NASA has these observatories at different places across the world such as Mauna Kea Observatory in Hawaii and Lowell Observatory in Arizona.</p>

<p>Similar observatories have also been opened by NASA in space to better understand the asteroids' trajectories properly.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Scientists spotted a massive, car-sized asteroid two days before it had an extremely close shave with Earth on Thursday (April 11). To everyone's relief, the 9.4-foot space rock, although came very close to Earth, made a harmless pass by the planet.

Scientists spotted a massive, car-sized asteroid two days before it had an extremely close shave with Earth on Thursday (April 11). To everyone's relief, the 9.4-foot space rock, although came very close to Earth, made a harmless pass by the planet. The newly-discovered asteroid 2024 GJ2 is around the size of a car and after it was spotted by astronomers they calculated that the space rock would pass by Earth at a mere distance of 19.3 thousand kilometres from Earth. This is just three per cent of the distance between the Moon and the Earth. According to the European Space Agency (ESA), 2024 GJ2 measures between 2.5 and 5 metres (8.2 and 16 feet). Its size means that it is an asteroid with a weight class which would have burned up in the atmosphere of the Earth if its orbit intersected with ours more directly. Also Read: NASA blasted an asteroid in space. It now fears boulders may collide with Mars As per the astronomers, the asteroid made its closest approach at 2:28:42 p.m. EDT, when it was at a distance of 12,298 kilometres from Earth on Thursday (April 11). The asteroid will not return till 2093, as per the near-Earth Objects Coordination Centre of the ESA. However, at that time, the asteroid will not fly as close as it did this time. In 2093, asteroid GJ2 is expected to fly as close as 205,947 kilometres from us, which is 10 times farther than the distance at which it flew this time. Around 35,000 near-Earth asteroids have been catalogued by NASA to date, although very few of them threaten our planet. What are asteroids and how does NASA track them? As per the scientists, asteroids are space rocks and some of them are also made of metal and orbit around the Sun. Some asteroids are tiny and some are as huge as boulders. The asteroids can also fly even hundreds of kilometres across. These asteroids have remained preserved in the solar system from the time it came into existence some 4.6 billion years ago. The asteroids can also cause massive damage and hence, the space agencies track them. A range of instruments are used by the US space agency NASA to track the asteroids. Watch: Gravitas | The impact of NASA asteroid deflection NASA has observatories which are equipped with powerful telescopes that are capable of scanning the skies from Earth. NASA has these observatories at different places across the world such as Mauna Kea Observatory in Hawaii and Lowell Observatory in Arizona. Similar observatories have also been opened by NASA in space to better understand the asteroids' trajectories properly. (With inputs from agencies)

Car-sized asteroid comes eerily close to Earth, much closer than even the Moon

An encounter is underway in Jammu and Kashmir's (J&K's) Pulwama district with the Kashmir Zone Police saying that police and security forces are on the job. In a post on X, the Kashmir Zone Police, said, "Body of one terrorist retrieved. Identification being ascertained. Arms, ammunition and incriminating material were recovered. Search going on. Further details awaited."

Encounter underway in Jammu Kashmir`s Pulwama district, police say one terrorist killed

An encounter broke out between security forces and terrorists in the Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district. This after the law enforcement agencies launched a cordon and search operation in the area.

Jammu-Kashmir: Encounter broke out between terrorists and security forces

India: Encounter underway between terrorists & security forces in J&K, one terrorist killed

<p>An encounter between terrorists and security forces in underway in the Chotigam area of South Kashmir’s Shopian district. Security forces started the operation during the night hours after they received input about the presence of terrorists in the area.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The security forces launched a cordon and search operation during the night and while the search was going on, terrorists fired towards security forces resulting in a gun battle.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Encounter has started at Chotigam area of Shopian district. Shopian Police, Army &amp; CRPF are on the job. Further details shall follow,” said Jammu and Kashmir Police.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sources in the security forces say that two&nbsp;to three&nbsp;terrorists are hiding at the operation site. The operation that started early morning around 3 am is&nbsp;still on, with firing going on from both sides. Earlier, a group of terrorists had escaped from the encounter site in South Kashmir’s Hadigam Village in Kulgam district.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The operation is being carried out by Jammu and Kashmir police along with CRPF and the Indian Army. The latest report from the operation site said that heavy firing was going on from both sides as security forces believe the terrorists are hiding inside the house.&nbsp;</p>


An encounter between terrorists and security forces in underway in the Chotigam area of South Kashmir’s Shopian district. Security forces started the operation during the night hours after they received input about the presence of terrorists in the area.

An encounter between terrorists and security forces in underway in the Chotigam area of South Kashmir’s Shopian district. Security forces started the operation during the night hours after they received input about the presence of terrorists in the area. The security forces launched a cordon and search operation during the night and while the search was going on, terrorists fired towards security forces resulting in a gun battle. “Encounter has started at Chotigam area of Shopian district. Shopian Police, Army & CRPF are on the job. Further details shall follow,” said Jammu and Kashmir Police. Sources in the security forces say that two to three terrorists are hiding at the operation site. The operation that started early morning around 3 am is still on, with firing going on from both sides. Earlier, a group of terrorists had escaped from the encounter site in South Kashmir’s Hadigam Village in Kulgam district. The operation is being carried out by Jammu and Kashmir police along with CRPF and the Indian Army. The latest report from the operation site said that heavy firing was going on from both sides as security forces believe the terrorists are hiding inside the house.

India: Encounter on at South Kashmir’s Shopian district between forces and terrorists

<p>The anti-terrorist operation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district entered its second day. Sources in the security forces said two to three terrorists might be holed up at the operation site which is the Hadigam area of Kulgam district in South Kashmir.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The security forces continued to carry out the search operation at the site although there was no fresh firing reported. The gunfight started on Wednesday (Jan 3) evening when Jammu and Kashmir Police, Indian Army and CRPF were carrying out a search operation in the Hadigam area. During the search operation, the terrorists fired on the security forces, resulting in an encounter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Encounter has started at Hadigam area of Kulgam district. Kulgam Police, Indian Army and CRPF are on the job. Further details shall follow,” said Jammu and Kashmir Police.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A top security official said that terrorists fired on the security forces while it was dark, and took advantage of the darkness to escape from the initial operation site. More troops were brought in and the whole village was cordoned off by the security forces and the search has been going on since.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/terrorists-in-jammu-and-kashmir-using-chinese-made-weapons-to-attack-indian-army-sources-673724"><strong>Also read | Terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir using Chinese-made weapons to attack Indian Army: Sources</strong></a></p>

<p>The operation was halted for the night and with the first light, the search operation in the Hadigam area was started again.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This is the first anti-terrorist operation of 2024 and security forces are making sure to either apprehend the terrorists or neutralise them.&nbsp;</p>


The anti-terrorist operation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district entered its second day. Sources in the security forces said two to three terrorists might be holed up at the operation site which is the Hadigam area of Kulgam district in South Kashmir.

The anti-terrorist operation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district entered its second day. Sources in the security forces said two to three terrorists might be holed up at the operation site which is the Hadigam area of Kulgam district in South Kashmir. The security forces continued to carry out the search operation at the site although there was no fresh firing reported. The gunfight started on Wednesday (Jan 3) evening when Jammu and Kashmir Police, Indian Army and CRPF were carrying out a search operation in the Hadigam area. During the search operation, the terrorists fired on the security forces, resulting in an encounter. “Encounter has started at Hadigam area of Kulgam district. Kulgam Police, Indian Army and CRPF are on the job. Further details shall follow,” said Jammu and Kashmir Police. A top security official said that terrorists fired on the security forces while it was dark, and took advantage of the darkness to escape from the initial operation site. More troops were brought in and the whole village was cordoned off by the security forces and the search has been going on since. Also read | Terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir using Chinese-made weapons to attack Indian Army: Sources The operation was halted for the night and with the first light, the search operation in the Hadigam area was started again. This is the first anti-terrorist operation of 2024 and security forces are making sure to either apprehend the terrorists or neutralise them.

India: Encounter enters second day in Kulgam district of Jammu & Kashmir

<p>Four Indian Army personnel lost their lives during an encounter with the terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district on Wednesday (Nov 22). One soldier is undergoing treatment at a hospital, sources told WION.</p>

<p>A joint operation, along with the Jammu and Kashmir Police,&nbsp;was being held at Bazi Mal Upper in the Dharamsal area near Gulabgarh forest in the morning during which a terrorist was also killed.</p>

<p>"Four Army personnel, including two officers and two soldiers, have lost their lives in an ongoing encounter with terrorists in Rajouri area of Jammu and Kashmir. Troops including Special Forces are deployed in the area after inputs were received about the movement of a group of terrorists in the area. 16 Corps Commander and Rashtriya Rifles’ Romeo Force commander are monitoring the operations closely. More details awaited,"&nbsp;16 Corps sources told WION.</p>

<p>An official confirmation on&nbsp;the identities of the fallen soldiers and the number of casualties is still awaited.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A combing operation was launched in the morning after intelligence officials received inputs about some terrorists being holed up in the forest.</p>

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<p>Police said that they received inputs about terrorist movements on Nov 19, following which a joint operation was launched in Rajouri. The security forces and the terrorists engaged with each other on Wednesday morning and an intense fight ensued.</p>

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<p>"Based on specific intelligence Joint Operations launched in Kalakote Area's&nbsp;Gulabgarh forest, Rajouri district on Nov 19.&nbsp;Contact was established on Nov 22, and an intense firefight ensued. The terrorists have been injured and surrounded and operations are in progress, amidst acts of valour and sacrifice by our own bravehearts in trying to prevent collateral damage to women and children in the highest traditions of the Indian Army," it said in a statement.</p>

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<p>It comes days after a terrorist was killed in a joint operation by J&amp;K Police and security forces in the Rajouri district’s Budhal area on Friday.</p>

<p>An AK-47 rifle, three magazines, three grenades, and a pouch were recovered from the slain militant whose accomplices had, however, managed to escape.</p>


Four Indian Army personnel lost their lives during an encounter with the terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district on Wednesday (Nov 22). One soldier is undergoing treatment at a hospital, sources told WION.

Four Indian Army personnel lost their lives during an encounter with the terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district on Wednesday (Nov 22). One soldier is undergoing treatment at a hospital, sources told WION. A joint operation, along with the Jammu and Kashmir Police, was being held at Bazi Mal Upper in the Dharamsal area near Gulabgarh forest in the morning during which a terrorist was also killed. "Four Army personnel, including two officers and two soldiers, have lost their lives in an ongoing encounter with terrorists in Rajouri area of Jammu and Kashmir. Troops including Special Forces are deployed in the area after inputs were received about the movement of a group of terrorists in the area. 16 Corps Commander and Rashtriya Rifles’ Romeo Force commander are monitoring the operations closely. More details awaited," 16 Corps sources told WION. An official confirmation on the identities of the fallen soldiers and the number of casualties is still awaited. A combing operation was launched in the morning after intelligence officials received inputs about some terrorists being holed up in the forest. #WATCH | An encounter is underway between terrorists and joint forces of Army & J-K Police in the Bajimaal area of Dharmsal in Rajouri district (Visuals deferred by unspecified time) pic.twitter.com/pNnXvtbRKt — ANI (@ANI) November 22, 2023 × Police said that they received inputs about terrorist movements on Nov 19, following which a joint operation was launched in Rajouri. The security forces and the terrorists engaged with each other on Wednesday morning and an intense fight ensued. Also read | BJP moves EC against Rahul Gandhi, Modi makes bold prediction: Top developments amidst Rajasthan polls "Based on specific intelligence Joint Operations launched in Kalakote Area's Gulabgarh forest, Rajouri district on Nov 19. Contact was established on Nov 22, and an intense firefight ensued. The terrorists have been injured and surrounded and operations are in progress, amidst acts of valour and sacrifice by our own bravehearts in trying to prevent collateral damage to women and children in the highest traditions of the Indian Army," it said in a statement. Also read | WATCH: Indian Navy's indigenous guided missile destroyer scores 'Bulls Eye' in maiden Brahmos firing at sea It comes days after a terrorist was killed in a joint operation by J&K Police and security forces in the Rajouri district’s Budhal area on Friday. An AK-47 rifle, three magazines, three grenades, and a pouch were recovered from the slain militant whose accomplices had, however, managed to escape.

Four Indian Army personnel killed during encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir

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<div data-originalcomputedfontsize="16" data-removefontsize="true">Meanwhile, one more army soldier who was injured in the gunfight has succumbed to his injuries taking the army fatalities to five.&nbsp;</div>

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<div data-originalcomputedfontsize="16" data-removefontsize="true">According to the Indian&nbsp;Army, He has been trained on Pak &amp; Afghan Front and is a highly ranked terrorist leader of Lashkar-e-Taiba. The army said that Quari&nbsp;is also believed to be the mastermind of Dangri &amp; Kandi attacks and was an IED expert.&nbsp;</div>

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<div data-originalcomputedfontsize="16" data-removefontsize="true">''One Terrorist killed in an ongoing operation. Details are as under:- Name - Quari,&nbsp;is a Pak National &amp; hardcore terrorist. He has been trained on Pak &amp; Afghan Front. He is a highly ranked terrorist leader of Lashkar-e-Taiga. He has been active in Rajouri-Poonch along with his group from the past one year. He is also believed to be the mastermind of Dangri &amp; Kandi attacks. He was sent to revive terrorism in the region. He is Expert in IEDs, operating &amp; hiding from Caves &amp; a trained Sniper,'' an Indian Army source told WION.&nbsp;</div>

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<div data-originalcomputedfontsize="16" data-removefontsize="true">Meanwhile fresh&nbsp;firing was reported at the operation site between terrorists and security forces. More security forces were brought in and deployed close to the encounter site. Drones and Helicopters were pushed in to keep an aerial vigil of the area.&nbsp;</div>

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<div>The Indian army lost five personnel including two officers in the Encounter so far. One&nbsp;more Indian Army soldier has&nbsp;been injured in the gunfight who has been shifted to the Udhampur's Indian Army's base hospital.&nbsp;He is being treated there. The Indian army is yet to officially verify the number of deaths in the operation.&nbsp;</div>

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<div>Sources in the security forces had said that both the terrorists holed up are foreigners. The Indian Army earlier said that the challenging terrain and limited road connectivity is creating difficulties in the operation.&nbsp;</div>

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<div>Meanwhile, security forces recovered a consignment of arms and ammunition along Line of Control in Akhnoor area of Jammu district. In the Pallanwala area along the Line of Control, security forces recovered a suspicious box which had an IED fitted with batteries, one pistol, two pistol magazines, thirty-eight rounds of pistol ammunition and nine grenades.&nbsp;</div>
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In the ongoing encounter at Kalakote area in Rajouri district in Jammu region, security forces have killed two terrorists. Indian Army says it’s a big success as the terrorists were involved in many attacks in the area.

In the ongoing encounter at Kalakote area in Rajouri district in Jammu region, security forces have killed two terrorists. Indian Army says it’s a big success as the terrorists were involved in many attacks in the area. One of the terrorists has been identified as Quari and he is a Pakistani national and a hardcore terrorist. Meanwhile, one more army soldier who was injured in the gunfight has succumbed to his injuries taking the army fatalities to five. According to the Indian Army, He has been trained on Pak & Afghan Front and is a highly ranked terrorist leader of Lashkar-e-Taiba. The army said that Quari is also believed to be the mastermind of Dangri & Kandi attacks and was an IED expert. ''One Terrorist killed in an ongoing operation. Details are as under:- Name - Quari, is a Pak National & hardcore terrorist. He has been trained on Pak & Afghan Front. He is a highly ranked terrorist leader of Lashkar-e-Taiga. He has been active in Rajouri-Poonch along with his group from the past one year. He is also believed to be the mastermind of Dangri & Kandi attacks. He was sent to revive terrorism in the region. He is Expert in IEDs, operating & hiding from Caves & a trained Sniper,'' an Indian Army source told WION. Meanwhile fresh firing was reported at the operation site between terrorists and security forces. More security forces were brought in and deployed close to the encounter site. Drones and Helicopters were pushed in to keep an aerial vigil of the area. The Indian army lost five personnel including two officers in the Encounter so far. One more Indian Army soldier has been injured in the gunfight who has been shifted to the Udhampur's Indian Army's base hospital. He is being treated there. The Indian army is yet to officially verify the number of deaths in the operation. Also read | Delhi shocker! Teen stabs 17-year-old over 60 times for Rs 350 in northeast area of the city Sources in the security forces had said that both the terrorists holed up are foreigners. The Indian Army earlier said that the challenging terrain and limited road connectivity is creating difficulties in the operation. ''The challenging terrain of Reasi Poonch, coupled with limited road connectivity, creates difficulties for operations. - Isolated Dhoks in villages nestled in the mountains, make the civilian population, particularly women and children, vulnerable to terrorists,'' said Army source. Earlier, the Indian army had said that the terrorists are injured and have been holed up in the area. And the Indian Army is making sure that there is no collateral damage to women or children during the operation. ''Based on specific intelligence Joint Operations launched in Kalakote Area Gulabgarh forest Rajouri, District on 19 Nov 23. Contact was established on 22 Nov and intense firefight ensued. The terrorists have been injured and surrounded and operations are in progress, amidst acts of valour and sacrifice by their own bravehearts in trying to prevent collateral damage to women and children in the highest traditions of IndianArmy. Whiteknights Corps salutes the supreme sacrifice,'' said the Indian Army in a tweet. Meanwhile, security forces recovered a consignment of arms and ammunition along Line of Control in Akhnoor area of Jammu district. In the Pallanwala area along the Line of Control, security forces recovered a suspicious box which had an IED fitted with batteries, one pistol, two pistol magazines, thirty-eight rounds of pistol ammunition and nine grenades.

Rajouri encounter : 2 terrorists killed in op, Indian soldier succumbs to injuries

<p>The Director General of the Border Security Force (BSF), Nitin Agarwal, said that Pakistan is resorting to unprovoked ceasefire violations on the international border in the Jammu region. He said that BSF is looking at the reasons for the sudden rise of ceasefire violations from across the border.</p>

<p>Before the onset of the winter season, the Line of Control and International Border in Jammu and Kashmir saw a lot of rise in infiltration bids as well. According to the BSF, there has been a rise in the last month in ceasefire violations as well as infiltration bids.</p>

<p>''They (Pakistan forces) have fired towards our posts 2-3 times. They have tried to target our soldiers, but our soldiers have always been alert and given a befitting reply. We have heard that the enemy has faced a lot of damage, although it's not verified yet. It's been happening for the last two weeks, and the reason for this rise in firing incidents is being looked at. Our soldier is critically injured and is being treated after the firing incident yesterday at the International Border. There are always attempts before the winter to send terrorists from across the border. We are alert,'' said Director General of Border Security Force (BSF) Nitin Agarwal.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, in an operation in South Kashmir's Shopian district, one terrorist was killed by the forces in an encounter. According to Jammu and Kashmir Police, the&nbsp;terrorist had recently joined the TRF and was killed in an encounter in the Kathohalan area of South Kashmir's Shopian. Police said that during the exchange of fire, a terrorist who had joined TRF only this month was killed while a search operation was on in the area. The slain terrorist has been identified as Mysar Ahmad Dar from Vishro Shopian. Incriminating materials, including arms and ammunition, were recovered.</p>

<p>''One terrorist was killed in an encounter in South Kashmir's Shopian district. The plot from Pakistan is not getting successful, and its desperation when they target civilians,'' said Director General of Border Security Force (BSF) Nitin Agarwal.</p>

<p>Agarwal was in Srinagar to attend the passing out parade and attestation ceremony of new recruits. Addressing the recruits, DG BSF wholeheartedly appreciated the excellent display of self-confidence, skills, and coordination, which was the high point of the parade. He applauded the recruits for choosing BSF as a career option and exhorted them to serve the nation with courage and enthusiasm.</p>


The Director General of the Border Security Force (BSF), Nitin Agarwal, said that Pakistan is resorting to unprovoked ceasefire violations on the international border in the Jammu region.

The Director General of the Border Security Force (BSF), Nitin Agarwal, said that Pakistan is resorting to unprovoked ceasefire violations on the international border in the Jammu region. He said that BSF is looking at the reasons for the sudden rise of ceasefire violations from across the border. Before the onset of the winter season, the Line of Control and International Border in Jammu and Kashmir saw a lot of rise in infiltration bids as well. According to the BSF, there has been a rise in the last month in ceasefire violations as well as infiltration bids. ''They (Pakistan forces) have fired towards our posts 2-3 times. They have tried to target our soldiers, but our soldiers have always been alert and given a befitting reply. We have heard that the enemy has faced a lot of damage, although it's not verified yet. It's been happening for the last two weeks, and the reason for this rise in firing incidents is being looked at. Our soldier is critically injured and is being treated after the firing incident yesterday at the International Border. There are always attempts before the winter to send terrorists from across the border. We are alert,'' said Director General of Border Security Force (BSF) Nitin Agarwal. Meanwhile, in an operation in South Kashmir's Shopian district, one terrorist was killed by the forces in an encounter. According to Jammu and Kashmir Police, the terrorist had recently joined the TRF and was killed in an encounter in the Kathohalan area of South Kashmir's Shopian. Police said that during the exchange of fire, a terrorist who had joined TRF only this month was killed while a search operation was on in the area. The slain terrorist has been identified as Mysar Ahmad Dar from Vishro Shopian. Incriminating materials, including arms and ammunition, were recovered. ''One terrorist was killed in an encounter in South Kashmir's Shopian district. The plot from Pakistan is not getting successful, and its desperation when they target civilians,'' said Director General of Border Security Force (BSF) Nitin Agarwal. Agarwal was in Srinagar to attend the passing out parade and attestation ceremony of new recruits. Addressing the recruits, DG BSF wholeheartedly appreciated the excellent display of self-confidence, skills, and coordination, which was the high point of the parade. He applauded the recruits for choosing BSF as a career option and exhorted them to serve the nation with courage and enthusiasm.

India: One terrorist killed in Shopian encounter, BSF chief reports surge in unprovoked firing by Pakistan

<p>Two terrorists have been killed during an infiltration bid near the Line of Control in Machil Sector in north Kashmir's Kupwara district. The Indian army earlier said that a joint operation of Jammu and Kashmir Police along with the Indian Army is in progress after they received input from the intelligence agencies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian army said an infiltration bid has been foiled by the security forces near the LoC as Jammu and Kashmir's Police wrote in a post on X social media platform that two terrorists have been killed in the ongoing encounter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Based on specific information provided by Kupwara Police, an encounter has started in Machhal sector in which two #terrorists have been killed so far," said Jammu and Kashmir Police adding, "Operation underway. Further details shall follow."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The bodies of the terrorists have been recovered from the operation site along with a huge cache of arms and ammunition.</p>

<p>Security forces said that the operation is still in progress as there could be more terrorists hiding in the area.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Indian army earlier said, “In a Joint Operation launched by Indian Army, JKP &amp; Intelligence agencies on 26 Oct 23, an infiltration bid has been foiled by alert troops along the LoC in Kupwara sector. Operations in progress”.</p>

<p>The whole of Line of Control in North Kashmir has been put on alert after the operation.</p>

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<p>Before the onset of winter in Kashmir valley, the terrorists from across the border always try to infiltrate before the mountain ranges are covered with snow.</p>

<p>The number of infiltration bids always increases during this period.&nbsp;</p>


Two terrorists have been killed during an infiltration bid near the Line of Control in Machil Sector in north Kashmir's Kupwara district. The Indian army earlier said that a joint operation of Jammu and Kashmir Police along with the Indian Army is in progress after they received input from the intelligence agencies.

Two terrorists have been killed during an infiltration bid near the Line of Control in Machil Sector in north Kashmir's Kupwara district. The Indian army earlier said that a joint operation of Jammu and Kashmir Police along with the Indian Army is in progress after they received input from the intelligence agencies. The Indian army said an infiltration bid has been foiled by the security forces near the LoC as Jammu and Kashmir's Police wrote in a post on X social media platform that two terrorists have been killed in the ongoing encounter. “Based on specific information provided by Kupwara Police, an encounter has started in Machhal sector in which two #terrorists have been killed so far," said Jammu and Kashmir Police adding, "Operation underway. Further details shall follow." Also Read | India to issue visas to Canadians but not under four categories The bodies of the terrorists have been recovered from the operation site along with a huge cache of arms and ammunition. Security forces said that the operation is still in progress as there could be more terrorists hiding in the area. Also Read | SCO meet: Jaishankar takes veiled dig at China's BRI debt trap, exudes confidence in IMEC corridor Indian army earlier said, “In a Joint Operation launched by Indian Army, JKP & Intelligence agencies on 26 Oct 23, an infiltration bid has been foiled by alert troops along the LoC in Kupwara sector. Operations in progress”. The whole of Line of Control in North Kashmir has been put on alert after the operation. Watch | Use Bharat, not India in textbooks, NCERT panel recommends × Before the onset of winter in Kashmir valley, the terrorists from across the border always try to infiltrate before the mountain ranges are covered with snow. The number of infiltration bids always increases during this period.

India: Five terrorists killed in J&K's Kupwara encounter, operation in progress

A colonel a major and a deputy superintendent of police being killed in action has moved the entire country. As the country mourns the death of these three Bravehearts identified as Colonel Manpreet Singh and Major Ashish Dhonack of 19 RR, and DySP Muhammad Hamayun Muzamil Bhat in the Kashmir Valley locals.

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<p>A six-year-old female labrador sacrificed her life to save the troops during an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Tuesday, a female canine named Kent, from the 21 Army Dog Unit, was guiding a group of soldiers on the course of terrorists who were trying to escape. She came under heavy fire during the operation and died at the scene, a defence spokesman in Jammu told Kashmir News Observer. The dog bravely took the bullets from AK series rifles and lost her life. She saved her handler during the search operation in Narla village in Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Army dog Kent was at the forefront of 'Operation Sujaligala'. Kent was leading a column of soldiers on the trail of the fleeing terrorists. It came down under heavy hostile fire. While shielding its handler, it laid down its life in the best traditions of the Indian Army," a defence spokesperson said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Additional Director General of Police Mukesh Singh informed the media that one army jawan and a terrorist died in the encounter. Moreover, three jawans, including a Special Police Officer (SPO), were also injured during the exchange of fire.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Districts bordering Rajouri and Poonch have witnessed multiple encounters in 2023, causing the death of 26 terrorists. However, ten security personnel passed away during these encounters.</p>

<p>Tributes poured in for Kent on social media. People hailed her for her bravery and ultimate sacrifice. During her duty of five years, Kent was a part of eight operations.</p>

<p>An X (formerly Twitter) user posted a picture of Kent saying, "Not All Heroes Wear Capes! Kent, a 6-year-old Indian Army female labrador, came under heavy hostile fire &amp; laid down its life while shielding its handler. It was leading a column of soldiers on the trail of fleeing terrorists. Rest in Peace!"</p>

<p>Another user posted on X, "Remember the four-legged silent warrior - her service and supreme sacrifice for the Nation."</p>

<p>The Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police conducted a joint operation last week in the Reasi district, during which a terrorist died. "War-like stores including one AK series assault rifle with magazines were recovered during the search following the encounter," an official said.</p>

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A six-year-old female labrador sacrificed her life to save the troops during an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir. On Tuesday, a female canine named Kent, from the 21 Army Dog Unit, was guiding a group of soldiers on the course of terrorists who were trying to escape.

A six-year-old female labrador sacrificed her life to save the troops during an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir. On Tuesday, a female canine named Kent, from the 21 Army Dog Unit, was guiding a group of soldiers on the course of terrorists who were trying to escape. She came under heavy fire during the operation and died at the scene, a defence spokesman in Jammu told Kashmir News Observer. The dog bravely took the bullets from AK series rifles and lost her life. She saved her handler during the search operation in Narla village in Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir. "Army dog Kent was at the forefront of 'Operation Sujaligala'. Kent was leading a column of soldiers on the trail of the fleeing terrorists. It came down under heavy hostile fire. While shielding its handler, it laid down its life in the best traditions of the Indian Army," a defence spokesperson said. ALSO READ | After Chandrayaan, Aditya success, India gears up for deep-sea exploration with its 'Samudrayaan' submersible Additional Director General of Police Mukesh Singh informed the media that one army jawan and a terrorist died in the encounter. Moreover, three jawans, including a Special Police Officer (SPO), were also injured during the exchange of fire. Districts bordering Rajouri and Poonch have witnessed multiple encounters in 2023, causing the death of 26 terrorists. However, ten security personnel passed away during these encounters. Tributes poured in for Kent on social media. People hailed her for her bravery and ultimate sacrifice. During her duty of five years, Kent was a part of eight operations. An X (formerly Twitter) user posted a picture of Kent saying, "Not All Heroes Wear Capes! Kent, a 6-year-old Indian Army female labrador, came under heavy hostile fire & laid down its life while shielding its handler. It was leading a column of soldiers on the trail of fleeing terrorists. Rest in Peace!" Another user posted on X, "Remember the four-legged silent warrior - her service and supreme sacrifice for the Nation." The Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police conducted a joint operation last week in the Reasi district, during which a terrorist died. "War-like stores including one AK series assault rifle with magazines were recovered during the search following the encounter," an official said. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Indian Army dog dies while protecting troops during operation in Jammu & Kashmir

<p>Two encounters between terrorists and security forces are ongoing in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The first encounter Operation 'SUJALIGALA' started on September 7 when security forces received input about the presence of two terrorists hiding in the general area of Rajouri.</p>

<p>Both the terrorists were killed by security forces in the operation. An Indian army soldier of 63 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) was also killed in the gunfight while three soldiers were injured, along with a Special Police Officer (SPO) of Jammu and Kashmir police.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian Army also lost a brave army dog who saved the life of his handler while battling terrorists.</p>

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<p>Indian army dog Kent was at the forefront of Operation SUJALIGALA. It was leading a column of soldiers on the trail of fleeing terrorists when it came under heavy hostile fire.</p>

<p>While shielding its handler, it laid down its own life in the best traditions of the Indian Army. Kent was a female, Labrador of 6 years of age and was from the Unit-21 army dog unit.&nbsp;</p>

<p>''Indian Army and JKP monitored and tracked the movement of two terrorists since 07 September 2023. Own troops cordoned off the terrorists and a heavy firefight ensued on 12 September wherein one terrorist was killed on the same night. Despite bad weather and hostile terrain, the second terrorist was pursued and neutralised on the morning of September 13 after heavy firing throughout the night," said Lt Col Suneel Bartwal PRO (Defence) Jammu.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The forces also recovered huge quantities of warlike stores, including Pakistan-marking medicines.</p>

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<p>''One soldier of 63 RR has made the supreme sacrifice and three soldiers have been injured, along with an SPO. An Army dog has also laid down her life. Ops are in progress, '' said Lt Col Suneel Bartwal PRO (Defence) Jammu.&nbsp;</p>

<p>There is one more operation in the Kashmir valley's Gadole area of Kokernag in South Kashmir's Anantnag district. Sources in the security forces said that two security personnel were injured in the initial gunfight.</p>

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Two encounters between terrorists and security forces are ongoing in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The first encounter Operation 'SUJALIGALA' started on September 7 when security forces received input about the presence of two terrorists hiding in the general area of Rajouri.

Two encounters between terrorists and security forces are ongoing in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The first encounter Operation 'SUJALIGALA' started on September 7 when security forces received input about the presence of two terrorists hiding in the general area of Rajouri. Both the terrorists were killed by security forces in the operation. An Indian army soldier of 63 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) was also killed in the gunfight while three soldiers were injured, along with a Special Police Officer (SPO) of Jammu and Kashmir police. The Indian Army also lost a brave army dog who saved the life of his handler while battling terrorists. Also Read | After Chandrayaan, Aditya success, India gears up for deep-sea exploration with its 'Samudrayaan' submersible Indian army dog Kent was at the forefront of Operation SUJALIGALA. It was leading a column of soldiers on the trail of fleeing terrorists when it came under heavy hostile fire. While shielding its handler, it laid down its own life in the best traditions of the Indian Army. Kent was a female, Labrador of 6 years of age and was from the Unit-21 army dog unit. ''Indian Army and JKP monitored and tracked the movement of two terrorists since 07 September 2023. Own troops cordoned off the terrorists and a heavy firefight ensued on 12 September wherein one terrorist was killed on the same night. Despite bad weather and hostile terrain, the second terrorist was pursued and neutralised on the morning of September 13 after heavy firing throughout the night," said Lt Col Suneel Bartwal PRO (Defence) Jammu. Also Read | EU Ambassador Ugo Astuto applauds India's G20 presidency as a success story The forces also recovered huge quantities of warlike stores, including Pakistan-marking medicines. Watch | Heavy rains flood India’s Uttar Pradesh: Death toll climbs to 29 × ''One soldier of 63 RR has made the supreme sacrifice and three soldiers have been injured, along with an SPO. An Army dog has also laid down her life. Ops are in progress, '' said Lt Col Suneel Bartwal PRO (Defence) Jammu. There is one more operation in the Kashmir valley's Gadole area of Kokernag in South Kashmir's Anantnag district. Sources in the security forces said that two security personnel were injured in the initial gunfight. The injured have been rushed to the hospital for treatment while the operation is ongoing. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

Two terrorists killed, Indian Army soldier and army dog 'Kent' succumb in J&K encounter

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe: A terrorist was killed in an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district on Tuesday. Incriminating materials including arms & ammunition recovered.

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Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe: A terrorist was killed in an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district on Tuesday. Incriminating materials including arms & ammunition recovered. A search operation is underway in the area.

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Four terrorists trying to infiltrate from Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) were killed in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara. The terrorists were neutralised in a joint operation by police and the Indian Army.

At least four terrorists killed in an encounter in Jammu & Kashmir's Kupwara

<p>In two Major successful operations across Jammu and Kashmir, five&nbsp;terrorists were killed and five&nbsp;arrested in the two separate operations in the Kashmir Valley. Jammu and Kashmir's police claimed to have killed 5 foreign terrorists in the Jumagund area close to the Line of Control in North Kashmir's Kupwara district. While five&nbsp;terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terror outfit were arrested by the Jammu and Kashmir Police.</p>

<p>According to Jammu and Kashmir Police, the five terrorists killed in the Kupwara district today were foreigners and had infiltrated recently from across the border. ''An encounter has started between terrorists and joint parties of Army &amp; Police on a specific input of Kupwara Police in Jumagund area of LoC of Kupwara district. Five (05) foreign #terrorists were killed in the encounter. Search in the area is going on,'' said Vijay Kumar, ADGP Kashmir Police.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This was the second operation by security forces in the area close to the Line of Control, earlier in the Macchil sector, two terrorists were killed by the forces in an encounter.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Jammu and Kashmir Police also claimed to have arrested 5 JeM terrorists responsible for the killing of a Labourer in south Kashmir. Gunmen killed a labourer named Deepu on May 29 and during the investigation, 5 terrorists belonging to JeM have been arrested by the Police. Police have also recovered arms and ammunition including one AK 47 Rifle from these terrorists.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While speaking to the media, DIG South Kashmir Rayees Mohammad Bhat, said that a Special Investigation Team (SIT) was constituted on May 30, and the investigation was conducted and all possible technical, human and scientific evidence was collected to nab the involved accused''.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to JK Police, they were informed that two persons namely Sehran Bashir Nadaf of Shirpora Deva Colony and Ubaid Nazir Laigroo of Shirpora New Colony have gone missing, and the area is situated in close proximity to the incident spot leading to suspicion of their involvement in the killing. While investigating the case two more people were arrested during a Naka check at Semthan-Tulkhan Crossing. It was they who led to the breaking of the case and naming the accused involved in the commission of the crime. The arrested accused accepted that they were associated with the Kashmir Freedom Force (KFF) an off-shoot of the Jaish-e-Mohammed outfit and had carried out the killing on the orders of JeM/KFF handlers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The police solved the vase within 18 days of the incident and said that a major tragedy was averted as they were tasked to carry out more attacks.</p>

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In two Major successful operations across Jammu and Kashmir, five terrorists were killed and five arrested in the two separate operations in the Kashmir Valley. Jammu and Kashmir's police claimed to have killed 5 foreign terrorists in the Jumagund area close to the Line of Control in North Kashmir's Kupwara district.

In two Major successful operations across Jammu and Kashmir, five terrorists were killed and five arrested in the two separate operations in the Kashmir Valley. Jammu and Kashmir's police claimed to have killed 5 foreign terrorists in the Jumagund area close to the Line of Control in North Kashmir's Kupwara district. While five terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terror outfit were arrested by the Jammu and Kashmir Police. According to Jammu and Kashmir Police, the five terrorists killed in the Kupwara district today were foreigners and had infiltrated recently from across the border. ''An encounter has started between terrorists and joint parties of Army & Police on a specific input of Kupwara Police in Jumagund area of LoC of Kupwara district. Five (05) foreign #terrorists were killed in the encounter. Search in the area is going on,'' said Vijay Kumar, ADGP Kashmir Police. This was the second operation by security forces in the area close to the Line of Control, earlier in the Macchil sector, two terrorists were killed by the forces in an encounter. #KupwaraEncounterUpdate: Five (05) foreign #terrorists killed in #encounter. Search in the area is going on: ADGP Kashmir@JmuKmrPolice https://t.co/h6aOuTuSj0 — Kashmir Zone Police (@KashmirPolice) June 16, 2023 × Jammu and Kashmir Police also claimed to have arrested 5 JeM terrorists responsible for the killing of a Labourer in south Kashmir. Gunmen killed a labourer named Deepu on May 29 and during the investigation, 5 terrorists belonging to JeM have been arrested by the Police. Police have also recovered arms and ammunition including one AK 47 Rifle from these terrorists. While speaking to the media, DIG South Kashmir Rayees Mohammad Bhat, said that a Special Investigation Team (SIT) was constituted on May 30, and the investigation was conducted and all possible technical, human and scientific evidence was collected to nab the involved accused''. According to JK Police, they were informed that two persons namely Sehran Bashir Nadaf of Shirpora Deva Colony and Ubaid Nazir Laigroo of Shirpora New Colony have gone missing, and the area is situated in close proximity to the incident spot leading to suspicion of their involvement in the killing. While investigating the case two more people were arrested during a Naka check at Semthan-Tulkhan Crossing. It was they who led to the breaking of the case and naming the accused involved in the commission of the crime. The arrested accused accepted that they were associated with the Kashmir Freedom Force (KFF) an off-shoot of the Jaish-e-Mohammed outfit and had carried out the killing on the orders of JeM/KFF handlers. The police solved the vase within 18 days of the incident and said that a major tragedy was averted as they were tasked to carry out more attacks. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Five 'foreign' terrorists gunned down in early morning encounter in India’s Jammu and Kashmir

<p>Police in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh on Thursday (May 4) gunned down gangster Anil Dujana who is an accused in 18 cases of murder. The encounter took place in a village in Meerut District&nbsp;in the western part of Uttar Pradesh. The police said that the gangster opened fire at the police Special Task Force (STF) which retaliated. The gangster's car crashed into a pole. Dujana was recently released from prison on bail.</p>

<p>The encounter took place on the day when polling for the first phase of urban local body elections was taking place in the state. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's major poll plank has been its "strict" handling of law and order.</p>

<p>Days earlier, gangster-politician Atiq Ahmad's son Asad Ahmad and his accomplice were shot dead in an exchange of fire with the Uttar Pradesh Police. A couple of days later, Atiq Ahmad and his brother Ashraf Ahmad were gunned down in Prayagraj by three men while they were being escorted to a hospital by the police.</p>

<p>"Anil Dujana, a wanted criminal, was surrounded by our team led by Additional SP of UP STF Brijesh Singh, in a village in Meerut on Thursday afternoon. He fired at our team to escape and was killed in retaliatory firing." said Additional Director General of Uttar Pradesh STF Amitabh Yash.</p>

<p>Special DG (Law and Order) Prashant Kumar said that a case of extortion was also lodged against Dujana at Dadri Police Station of Gautam Buddh Nagar.</p>

<p>The officer said the state police have been keeping tabs on 65 gangsters, including Dujana.</p>

<p>"According to preliminary information, Anil Dujana was going to meet some of his gang members. The SUV he was travelling in collided with an electric pole after being surrounded by the STF team," Kumar said.</p>

<p>Kumar said that two pistols and several cartridges were recovered from Dujana's vehicle. But he did not specify whether Dujana was alone or whether he was accompanied by some of his gang members.</p>

<p>Dujana had over 60 cases, including 18 of murder, lodged against him in western Uttar Pradesh districts and Delhi, police said.</p>

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Police in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh on Thursday (May 4) gunned down gangster Anil Dujana who is an accused in 18 cases of murder. The encounter took place in a village in Meerut District in the western part of Uttar Pradesh.

Police in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh on Thursday (May 4) gunned down gangster Anil Dujana who is an accused in 18 cases of murder. The encounter took place in a village in Meerut District in the western part of Uttar Pradesh. The police said that the gangster opened fire at the police Special Task Force (STF) which retaliated. The gangster's car crashed into a pole. Dujana was recently released from prison on bail. The encounter took place on the day when polling for the first phase of urban local body elections was taking place in the state. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's major poll plank has been its "strict" handling of law and order. Days earlier, gangster-politician Atiq Ahmad's son Asad Ahmad and his accomplice were shot dead in an exchange of fire with the Uttar Pradesh Police. A couple of days later, Atiq Ahmad and his brother Ashraf Ahmad were gunned down in Prayagraj by three men while they were being escorted to a hospital by the police. "Anil Dujana, a wanted criminal, was surrounded by our team led by Additional SP of UP STF Brijesh Singh, in a village in Meerut on Thursday afternoon. He fired at our team to escape and was killed in retaliatory firing." said Additional Director General of Uttar Pradesh STF Amitabh Yash. Special DG (Law and Order) Prashant Kumar said that a case of extortion was also lodged against Dujana at Dadri Police Station of Gautam Buddh Nagar. The officer said the state police have been keeping tabs on 65 gangsters, including Dujana. "According to preliminary information, Anil Dujana was going to meet some of his gang members. The SUV he was travelling in collided with an electric pole after being surrounded by the STF team," Kumar said. Kumar said that two pistols and several cartridges were recovered from Dujana's vehicle. But he did not specify whether Dujana was alone or whether he was accompanied by some of his gang members. Dujana had over 60 cases, including 18 of murder, lodged against him in western Uttar Pradesh districts and Delhi, police said. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

India: Dreaded gangster Anil Dujana killed in police encounter

<p>Two terrorists from the Lashkar-e-Taiba terror outfit were killed in an encounter in the Kreeri area of North Kashmir’s Baramulla district. Both the terrorists are locals and have been identified as Shakir Majid and Hanan Ahmad.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the Jammu and Kashmir Police, a joint cordon and search operation was launched in Wanigam Payeen, Kreeri area of Baramulla by the police, Army (29RR) and SSB (2nd Bn).&nbsp;During the search operation, as the joint search party approached the suspected spot, the hiding terrorists fired indiscriminately. The&nbsp;joint search party retaliated, leading to an encounter.</p>

<p>“In the ensuing encounter, two&nbsp;local terrorists linked with proscribed terrorist outfit LeT were killed and their bodies were retrieved from the site of the encounter. They have been identified as Shakir Majid Najar and Hanan Ahmad Seh, both residents of Shopian,” said Jammu and Kashmir Police.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per police records, both the killed terrorists had recently joined terrorist ranks and were planning to carry out a terrorist attack in the area, which was timely neutralised.</p>

<p>“Incriminating materials, arms &amp; ammunition including one AK-47 rifle and one pistol were recovered from the site of the encounter. All the recovered materials have been taken into case records for further investigation,” said Jammu and Kashmir Police.&nbsp;</p>

<p>ADGP Kashmir congratulated the joint team of police and security forces for conducting a successful operation without any collateral damage and termed it a big success as the killed terrorists were planning to carry out terrorist attacks in the area.</p>

<p>This is the second operation in the last 24 hours in the Kashmir Valley. Four&nbsp;terrorists have been killed in these two operations in the Valley ahead of the G20 meet to be held in Srinagar. The union territory has been put on high alert.&nbsp;</p>

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Two terrorists from the Lashkar-e-Taiba terror outfit were killed in an encounter in the Kreeri area of North Kashmir’s Baramulla district. Both the terrorists are locals and have been identified as Shakir Majid and Hanan Ahmad.

Two terrorists from the Lashkar-e-Taiba terror outfit were killed in an encounter in the Kreeri area of North Kashmir’s Baramulla district. Both the terrorists are locals and have been identified as Shakir Majid and Hanan Ahmad. According to the Jammu and Kashmir Police, a joint cordon and search operation was launched in Wanigam Payeen, Kreeri area of Baramulla by the police, Army (29RR) and SSB (2nd Bn). During the search operation, as the joint search party approached the suspected spot, the hiding terrorists fired indiscriminately. The joint search party retaliated, leading to an encounter. “In the ensuing encounter, two local terrorists linked with proscribed terrorist outfit LeT were killed and their bodies were retrieved from the site of the encounter. They have been identified as Shakir Majid Najar and Hanan Ahmad Seh, both residents of Shopian,” said Jammu and Kashmir Police. As per police records, both the killed terrorists had recently joined terrorist ranks and were planning to carry out a terrorist attack in the area, which was timely neutralised. “Incriminating materials, arms & ammunition including one AK-47 rifle and one pistol were recovered from the site of the encounter. All the recovered materials have been taken into case records for further investigation,” said Jammu and Kashmir Police. ADGP Kashmir congratulated the joint team of police and security forces for conducting a successful operation without any collateral damage and termed it a big success as the killed terrorists were planning to carry out terrorist attacks in the area. This is the second operation in the last 24 hours in the Kashmir Valley. Four terrorists have been killed in these two operations in the Valley ahead of the G20 meet to be held in Srinagar. The union territory has been put on high alert. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

India: 2 terrorists killed in Baramulla encounter, second operation in 24 hours

<p>The three assailants who shot dead gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed and his brother Ashraf from point-blank range in a daring murder in full public view, amid heavy police presence and TV camera crews all around in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj city have been identified, and have turned out to be petty criminals in police questioning so far, though further investigations are still on.</p>

<p>The three accused have been identified as&nbsp;Lavlesh Tiwari (22), a resident of Banda, Mohit alias Sunny Singh (23) of Hamirpur and Arun Maurya (18) of Kasganj.</p>

<p>The three were apprehended seconds after shooting dead the dreaded gangsters at point-blank range in full camera view as they threw their firearms on the ground and raised up their hands to surrender. The whole incident was caught live on camera, and its videos —&nbsp; some very chilling ones — spread like wildfire on social media.</p>

<p>During the cross-firing&nbsp;as the three assailants opened fire from different directions, Tiwari and a police constable Maan Singh suffered bullet injuries.</p>

<p>According to police, the three executed their plan by posing themselves as media persons, carrying a camera and mic. It ensured them easy access to Atiq and Ashraf while they were being escorted for medical examination.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After questioning Tewari, Sunny and Maurya, police said that the three assailants claimed that they&nbsp;decided to execute the murder brazenly&nbsp;in public to get fame and wanted to leave their mark in the world of crime.</p>

<p>The names of at least two of them already figure in the crime records of police stations in the state of Uttar Pradesh.</p>

<h2><strong>Gangster Atiq Ahmed and his brother shot dead by assailants in Prayagraj, UP</strong></h2>

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<p><strong>Lavlesh Tiwari</strong></p>

<p>A resident of Banda, who did not share his name, told media that Tiwari was a “drug addict”, had gone rogue, and was unlike the members of his family.</p>

<p>“His family have&nbsp;been our neighbours. The family is simple. Two of his brothers are priests while one is still studying. Lavlesh has been into crime and has been to jail several times. He has also gone to jail in an eve-teasing case earlier,” he said, reports PTI news agency.</p>

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<p>“He had the ambition&nbsp;to earn a big name in the world of crime,” the person claimed.</p>

<p>On his Facebook profile, Lavlesh Tiwari claims to be a member of Bajrang Dal, a Hindu nationalist organisation.</p>

<p><strong>Mohit alias Sunny</strong></p>

<p>Sunny, too, is a criminal known for indulging in petty thefts and assault. A neighbour in Hamirpur said Mohit had left his home more than 10 years ago. There are&nbsp;17 criminal cases registered against him in the district.</p>

<p>“He was a resident of Kurara, and was normal when he was young. He went to jail after a brawl, after which his mentality changed and he entered the world of crime. After a few incidents, he left Kurara. He was in Hamirpur jail for about a year," he said.</p>

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<p>Speaking to news agency ANI, Pintu Singh, brother of shooter Sunny Singh, said, “He used to wander around and did no work. We live separately and don't know how he became a criminal. We have no idea about the incident.”</p>

<p><strong>Arun Maurya</strong></p>

<p>Neighbours of Arun Maurya in Kasganj are in complete disbelief. His parents died when he was young, and his brother is into scrap business in the national capital Delhi.</p>

<p>None of the villagers knows what Maurya did and where he lived. He too appeared to have left the village about a decade ago and never returned.</p>

<p>Police have charged the three men for murder and attempt to murder, as well as under the Arms Act. At least two firearms were recovered from the site of the shooting.<br />
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However, police sources said that the three had used highly sophisticated, semi-automatic Zigana pistols produced by Turkish firearm manufacturing company TISAS. The said pistols are illegal and banned in India. Since the price of these pistols is around Rs 6 to 7 lakh ($8,553), it is not yet known how they managed to procure them and leads to the suspicion that someone else was behind the killings.</p>

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The three assailants who shot dead gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed and his brother Ashraf from point-blank range in a daring murder in full public view, amid heavy police presence and TV camera crews all around in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj city have been identified, and have turned out to be petty criminals in police questioning so far, though further investigations are still on.

The three assailants who shot dead gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed and his brother Ashraf from point-blank range in a daring murder in full public view, amid heavy police presence and TV camera crews all around in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj city have been identified, and have turned out to be petty criminals in police questioning so far, though further investigations are still on. The three accused have been identified as Lavlesh Tiwari (22), a resident of Banda, Mohit alias Sunny Singh (23) of Hamirpur and Arun Maurya (18) of Kasganj. The three were apprehended seconds after shooting dead the dreaded gangsters at point-blank range in full camera view as they threw their firearms on the ground and raised up their hands to surrender. The whole incident was caught live on camera, and its videos — some very chilling ones — spread like wildfire on social media. During the cross-firing as the three assailants opened fire from different directions, Tiwari and a police constable Maan Singh suffered bullet injuries. According to police, the three executed their plan by posing themselves as media persons, carrying a camera and mic. It ensured them easy access to Atiq and Ashraf while they were being escorted for medical examination. After questioning Tewari, Sunny and Maurya, police said that the three assailants claimed that they decided to execute the murder brazenly in public to get fame and wanted to leave their mark in the world of crime. The names of at least two of them already figure in the crime records of police stations in the state of Uttar Pradesh. Gangster Atiq Ahmed and his brother shot dead by assailants in Prayagraj, UP Lavlesh Tiwari A resident of Banda, who did not share his name, told media that Tiwari was a “drug addict”, had gone rogue, and was unlike the members of his family. “His family have been our neighbours. The family is simple. Two of his brothers are priests while one is still studying. Lavlesh has been into crime and has been to jail several times. He has also gone to jail in an eve-teasing case earlier,” he said, reports PTI news agency. #WATCH | Prayagraj: Forensic team at the spot where Mafia-turned-politician #AtiqAhmed and his brother Ashraf Ahmed were shot dead while interacting with media.#UttarPradesh pic.twitter.com/vlLwFAD6Qi — ANI (@ANI) April 15, 2023 × “He had the ambition to earn a big name in the world of crime,” the person claimed. On his Facebook profile, Lavlesh Tiwari claims to be a member of Bajrang Dal, a Hindu nationalist organisation. Mohit alias Sunny Sunny, too, is a criminal known for indulging in petty thefts and assault. A neighbour in Hamirpur said Mohit had left his home more than 10 years ago. There are 17 criminal cases registered against him in the district. “He was a resident of Kurara, and was normal when he was young. He went to jail after a brawl, after which his mentality changed and he entered the world of crime. After a few incidents, he left Kurara. He was in Hamirpur jail for about a year," he said. Also read | UP Police on alert amid fears of violence following mafia don Atiq’s killing Speaking to news agency ANI, Pintu Singh, brother of shooter Sunny Singh, said, “He used to wander around and did no work. We live separately and don't know how he became a criminal. We have no idea about the incident.” Arun Maurya Neighbours of Arun Maurya in Kasganj are in complete disbelief. His parents died when he was young, and his brother is into scrap business in the national capital Delhi. None of the villagers knows what Maurya did and where he lived. He too appeared to have left the village about a decade ago and never returned. Police have charged the three men for murder and attempt to murder, as well as under the Arms Act. At least two firearms were recovered from the site of the shooting. However, police sources said that the three had used highly sophisticated, semi-automatic Zigana pistols produced by Turkish firearm manufacturing company TISAS. The said pistols are illegal and banned in India. Since the price of these pistols is around Rs 6 to 7 lakh ($8,553), it is not yet known how they managed to procure them and leads to the suspicion that someone else was behind the killings. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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