Anti-Hindu hate is on the rise in Pakistan. 2 temples have been attacked in the last 48 hours. What explains these attacks? Priyanka Sharma brings you a report

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India veteran Congress leader Oommen Chandy who served as Chief Minister of the southern state of Kerala twice has died. Chandy who was 79 breathed his last at a private Hospital in Bengaluru in the early hours of Tuesday. The leader had been suffering from throat cancer for quite some time now and chose to stay in Bengaluru, Karnataka since last November. The government of Kerala has declared a public holiday in his memory today, following this two-day period of mourning will be observed.

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<p>The dinner meeting of Opposition parties in the south Indian state of Karnataka's capital Bengaluru on Monday (July 17) ended without any major announcement.</p>

<p>Among the attendees were top Congress leaders including Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, DMK's MK Stalin, AAP's Arvind Kejriwal, Janata Dal (U)'s Nitish Kumar, RJD's Lalu Prasad Yadav and TMC's Mamata Banerjee.</p>

<p>Congress leader Pawan Khera told reporters, "Today there was no meeting, just an informal conversation took place. Dinner was also there which is still going on. We will meet again tomorrow and then will brief everything."</p>

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<p>Earlier, Karnataka Chief Minister and Congress leader Siddaramaiah received Rashtriya Janata Dal chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and party leader, Bihar Deputy CM Tejashwi Yadav at the venue of the Opposition dinner meeting in Bengaluru.</p>

<p>Siddaramaiah also received Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, AAP MP Sanjay Singh and AAP MP Raghav Chadha at the venue of the Opposition meeting.</p>

<p>JD(U) leader and Bihar CM Nitish Kumar also arrived for the Opposition dinner meeting.</p>

<p>This is the second time the Opposition parties are meeting before the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections, in order to draft a roadmap to defeat the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).</p>

<p>The meeting, which is scheduled for Monday and Tuesday, is currently underway at Taj West End Hotel in Bengaluru.</p>

<p>On Tuesday, it will commence at about 11 am and will continue till 4 pm.</p>

<p>Congress has mustered support from 26 parties for the second opposition unity meeting to take on the BJP in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. The first opposition unity meeting was held in Patna last month.</p>

<h2><strong>Siddaramaiah slams BJP</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier in the day, Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah lashed out at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), saying that after Narendra Modi became the Prime Minister of the country, the economic condition of the country deteriorated.</p>

<p>While talking to reporters, he said, "BJP is the party which destroyed the economy of the country, not Opposition parties. After Narendra Modi became PM, the economic condition of the country was destroyed, prices were raised, farmers poor are in distressed condition and because of communal issues people are living in scary situations."</p>

<p>"BJP and PM Modi will not get a mandate this time, they will lose this time," he said.</p>

<p>He also claimed that the influence of PM Narendra Modi is weakening and that the decline of the BJP has begun in Karnataka.</p>

<p>"Didn't we defeat Modi in Karnataka, BJP's loss in all the places, where Modi campaigned? During the Karnataka assembly elections, PM Narendra Modi visited the state 28 times. The decline of the BJP has begun in Karnataka. We'll win the majority of seats in Lok Sabha 2024 polls, and BJP and NDA alliance parties will lose."</p>

<h2><strong>"Opposition has no face, no policy...no determination", says JP Nadda</strong></h2>

<p>BJP National President JP slammed the Opposition parties, saying that they were 'a congregation of corrupt parties which lacks determination'.</p>

<p>While addressing the media, JP Nadda said," This is just a photo op. This is the foundation of unity based on the politics of selfishness. This is a bunch of corruption and scams of the 10-year UPA government. Till now opposition have not shown any leader, no determination, no power to take decisions, no program, when it is done then we will talk."</p>

<p>"We never contest elections on other's weaknesses. Our ideology is based on the fact that if we find any trouble, we find our weakness and we try to win on our strength," he added.</p>

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The dinner meeting of Opposition parties in the south Indian state of Karnataka's capital Bengaluru on Monday (July 17) ended without any major announcement. Among the attendees were top Congress leaders including Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, DMK's MK Stalin, AAP's Arvind Kejriwal, Janata Dal (U)'s Nitish Kumar, RJD's Lalu Prasad Yadav and TMC's Mamata Banerjee.

The dinner meeting of Opposition parties in the south Indian state of Karnataka's capital Bengaluru on Monday (July 17) ended without any major announcement. Among the attendees were top Congress leaders including Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, DMK's MK Stalin, AAP's Arvind Kejriwal, Janata Dal (U)'s Nitish Kumar, RJD's Lalu Prasad Yadav and TMC's Mamata Banerjee. Congress leader Pawan Khera told reporters, "Today there was no meeting, just an informal conversation took place. Dinner was also there which is still going on. We will meet again tomorrow and then will brief everything." #WATCH | Congress leader Pawan Khera speaks on opposition leaders' dinner meeting in Bengaluru, says, "Today there was no meeting, just an informal conversation took place. Dinner was also there which is still going on. We will meet again tomorrow and then will brief everything." pic.twitter.com/UVoHAStK7U — ANI (@ANI) July 17, 2023 × Earlier, Karnataka Chief Minister and Congress leader Siddaramaiah received Rashtriya Janata Dal chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and party leader, Bihar Deputy CM Tejashwi Yadav at the venue of the Opposition dinner meeting in Bengaluru. Siddaramaiah also received Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, AAP MP Sanjay Singh and AAP MP Raghav Chadha at the venue of the Opposition meeting. JD(U) leader and Bihar CM Nitish Kumar also arrived for the Opposition dinner meeting. This is the second time the Opposition parties are meeting before the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections, in order to draft a roadmap to defeat the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The meeting, which is scheduled for Monday and Tuesday, is currently underway at Taj West End Hotel in Bengaluru. On Tuesday, it will commence at about 11 am and will continue till 4 pm. Congress has mustered support from 26 parties for the second opposition unity meeting to take on the BJP in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. The first opposition unity meeting was held in Patna last month. Siddaramaiah slams BJP Earlier in the day, Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah lashed out at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), saying that after Narendra Modi became the Prime Minister of the country, the economic condition of the country deteriorated. While talking to reporters, he said, "BJP is the party which destroyed the economy of the country, not Opposition parties. After Narendra Modi became PM, the economic condition of the country was destroyed, prices were raised, farmers poor are in distressed condition and because of communal issues people are living in scary situations." "BJP and PM Modi will not get a mandate this time, they will lose this time," he said. He also claimed that the influence of PM Narendra Modi is weakening and that the decline of the BJP has begun in Karnataka. "Didn't we defeat Modi in Karnataka, BJP's loss in all the places, where Modi campaigned? During the Karnataka assembly elections, PM Narendra Modi visited the state 28 times. The decline of the BJP has begun in Karnataka. We'll win the majority of seats in Lok Sabha 2024 polls, and BJP and NDA alliance parties will lose." "Opposition has no face, no policy...no determination", says JP Nadda BJP National President JP slammed the Opposition parties, saying that they were 'a congregation of corrupt parties which lacks determination'. While addressing the media, JP Nadda said," This is just a photo op. This is the foundation of unity based on the politics of selfishness. This is a bunch of corruption and scams of the 10-year UPA government. Till now opposition have not shown any leader, no determination, no power to take decisions, no program, when it is done then we will talk." "We never contest elections on other's weaknesses. Our ideology is based on the fact that if we find any trouble, we find our weakness and we try to win on our strength," he added. (With inputs from agencies) 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.

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<p>A recent report released by Check Point, an American-Israeli software company, has revealed a sharp increase in cyberattacks targeting organisations worldwide, with Indian institutions suffering a disproportionately high number of attacks.</p>

<p>The <a href="https://threatpoint.checkpoint.com/ThreatPortal/threat?threatType=publication&amp;threatId=4905">report</a>&nbsp;highlights the alarming rise in cyber threats and emphasises the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures, according to the Indo-Asian News Service (IANS).</p>

<h2><strong>Surge in cyber attacks globally</strong></h2>

<p>The second quarter of 2023 witnessed an eight per cent surge in global cyber attacks on a weekly basis. This increase indicates a return to a "new normal" in the cyber threat landscape, where cyber attacks have become more frequent and widespread.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/data-lab-cyber-threats-in-healthcare-digital-india-and-the-need-to-beef-up-cyber-security-601894">Data Lab | Digital India and the need to beef up cyber-security in healthcare</a></p>

<h2><strong>Impact on Indian organisations</strong></h2>

<p>In the last six months, a single Indian organisation endured an average of 2,146 cyber attacks per week. This number significantly surpasses the global average of 1,239 attacks per organisation.</p>

<p>The sectors that suffered the most attacks in India were healthcare, education and research, government/military, and insurance/legal.</p>

<h2><strong>Education and research sector vulnerability</strong></h2>

<p>The education and research sector faced the highest number of attacks per week globally. This finding underscores the critical need for heightened security measures within this industry.</p>

<p>While the disruptive impact of the Russia-Ukraine&nbsp;conflict on the cyber landscape has diminished, cyber threats remain persistent.</p>

<p>The report suggests that the conflict no longer has a significant influence on the surge in cyber attacks, emphasising the importance of sustained vigilance and robust cybersecurity measures.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-finance-ministry-employee-leaks-secret-classified-info-to-pakistan-number-held-614573">India: Finance ministry employee leaks secret, classified info to Pakistan number, held</a></p>

<h2><strong>Use&nbsp;of AI by cybercriminals</strong></h2>

<p>Cybercriminals have exploited the advancements in AI technology, particularly in generative AI chat platforms like ChatGPT4. By leveraging these platforms, cybercriminals can expand the boundaries of their malicious activities, posing an even greater threat to organisations.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Cyberattacks on rise in US schools, private files leaked after school hack | World DNA</strong></p>

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<p>In the second quarter of 2023, one out of every 44 organisations worldwide experienced a ransomware attack, representing a nine&nbsp;per cent decrease compared to the same period in 2022.</p>

<p>However, the APAC and Europe regions witnessed a significant year-over-year increase in ransomware attacks per organisation, with a 29 per cent and 21 per cent rise, respectively.</p>

<p>The surge in cyber attacks globally, coupled with the disproportionately high number of attacks on Indian organisations, highlights the pressing need for stronger cybersecurity measures. Despite the diminished impact of the Russia-Ukraine&nbsp;conflict, the threat landscape remains dynamic and constantly evolving.</p>

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A recent report released by Check Point, an American-Israeli software company, has revealed a sharp increase in cyberattacks targeting organisations worldwide, with Indian institutions suffering a disproportionately high number of attacks.

A recent report released by Check Point, an American-Israeli software company, has revealed a sharp increase in cyberattacks targeting organisations worldwide, with Indian institutions suffering a disproportionately high number of attacks. The report highlights the alarming rise in cyber threats and emphasises the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures, according to the Indo-Asian News Service (IANS). Surge in cyber attacks globally The second quarter of 2023 witnessed an eight per cent surge in global cyber attacks on a weekly basis. This increase indicates a return to a "new normal" in the cyber threat landscape, where cyber attacks have become more frequent and widespread. Also read | Data Lab | Digital India and the need to beef up cyber-security in healthcare Impact on Indian organisations In the last six months, a single Indian organisation endured an average of 2,146 cyber attacks per week. This number significantly surpasses the global average of 1,239 attacks per organisation. The sectors that suffered the most attacks in India were healthcare, education and research, government/military, and insurance/legal. Education and research sector vulnerability The education and research sector faced the highest number of attacks per week globally. This finding underscores the critical need for heightened security measures within this industry. While the disruptive impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on the cyber landscape has diminished, cyber threats remain persistent. The report suggests that the conflict no longer has a significant influence on the surge in cyber attacks, emphasising the importance of sustained vigilance and robust cybersecurity measures. Also read | India: Finance ministry employee leaks secret, classified info to Pakistan number, held Use of AI by cybercriminals Cybercriminals have exploited the advancements in AI technology, particularly in generative AI chat platforms like ChatGPT4. By leveraging these platforms, cybercriminals can expand the boundaries of their malicious activities, posing an even greater threat to organisations. Also watch | Cyberattacks on rise in US schools, private files leaked after school hack | World DNA In the second quarter of 2023, one out of every 44 organisations worldwide experienced a ransomware attack, representing a nine per cent decrease compared to the same period in 2022. However, the APAC and Europe regions witnessed a significant year-over-year increase in ransomware attacks per organisation, with a 29 per cent and 21 per cent rise, respectively. The surge in cyber attacks globally, coupled with the disproportionately high number of attacks on Indian organisations, highlights the pressing need for stronger cybersecurity measures. Despite the diminished impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the threat landscape remains dynamic and constantly evolving. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

More than 2,000 cyberattacks target single Indian firm a week on average: Report

The Indian government is set to propose a new tax reform aimed at raising the share of taxes paid by multinational companies operating within its borders. The Indian government's proposal seeks to increase the taxes paid by these corporations in the countries where they operate and earn excess profits. This development could have a significant impact on the global corporate tax landscape, challenging outdated rules and aiming for a more equitable system.

India to push for higher taxes on multinational companies

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to the United States is set to bring home 105 trafficked antiquities. On Monday, a repatriation ceremony was held in the Indian consulate in New York in which the Indian ambassador to the United States, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, thanked the US side for their cooperation in retrieving India's antiquities of historical significance.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The antiquities will soon be transported to India," an official readout by New York's Consulate General of India stated on Monday.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Modi's US visit and India's bid to bring back its lost antiquities</strong></h2>

<p>During Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to the United States, Washington and New Delhi agreed to work on a Cultural Property Agreement aimed at preventing the illegal trafficking of cultural artefacts.</p>

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<p>"Such an understanding will add further value to the bilateral collaboration between Homeland Security and law enforcement agencies of the two countries,"&nbsp;India's New York consulate said on Monday.</p>

<h2><strong>Which antiquities are being returned to India?</strong></h2>

<p>According to the aforementioned official readout, the 105 artefacts represent a wide geographical spread in terms of their origin in India: 47 of these are from eastern India, 27 from Southern India, 22 from Centra India, 6 from Northern India and 3 from Western India.</p>

<p>"Spanning a period from 2nd-3rd century CE to 18-19th century CE, the artefacts are made of terracotta, stone, metal and wood. Around 50 artefacts relate to religious subjects (Hinduism, Jainism and Islam) and the rest are of cultural significance," the readout added.</p>

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<p>India has been making concerted efforts to bring back stolen Indian antiquities, which New Delhi deems as the "living symbols of rich Indian heritage and culture".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Previously, during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 2016 visit to the United States, 16 antiquities were handed over by the US side. In 2021, the United States handed over 157 artefacts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>So far, the US side has handed over a total of 278 artefacts to India since 2016.</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to the United States is set to bring home 105 trafficked antiquities. On Monday, a repatriation ceremony was held in the Indian consulate in New York in which the Indian ambassador to the United States, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, thanked the US side for their cooperation in retrieving India's antiquities of historical significance.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to the United States is set to bring home 105 trafficked antiquities. On Monday, a repatriation ceremony was held in the Indian consulate in New York in which the Indian ambassador to the United States, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, thanked the US side for their cooperation in retrieving India's antiquities of historical significance. "The antiquities will soon be transported to India," an official readout by New York's Consulate General of India stated on Monday. Modi's US visit and India's bid to bring back its lost antiquities During Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to the United States, Washington and New Delhi agreed to work on a Cultural Property Agreement aimed at preventing the illegal trafficking of cultural artefacts. Also read | G20 Culture Group meet: India to receive more than 100 stolen artefacts from the US in next 6 months "Such an understanding will add further value to the bilateral collaboration between Homeland Security and law enforcement agencies of the two countries," India's New York consulate said on Monday. Which antiquities are being returned to India? According to the aforementioned official readout, the 105 artefacts represent a wide geographical spread in terms of their origin in India: 47 of these are from eastern India, 27 from Southern India, 22 from Centra India, 6 from Northern India and 3 from Western India. "Spanning a period from 2nd-3rd century CE to 18-19th century CE, the artefacts are made of terracotta, stone, metal and wood. Around 50 artefacts relate to religious subjects (Hinduism, Jainism and Islam) and the rest are of cultural significance," the readout added. Also watch | Indian PM Modi thanks Morrison after Australia returns 29 artefacts × India has been making concerted efforts to bring back stolen Indian antiquities, which New Delhi deems as the "living symbols of rich Indian heritage and culture". Previously, during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 2016 visit to the United States, 16 antiquities were handed over by the US side. In 2021, the United States handed over 157 artefacts. So far, the US side has handed over a total of 278 artefacts to India since 2016. 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.

Modi's June visit to the US meant homecoming for India's 105 trafficked antiquities

India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) signed agreements on Saturday to begin trade settlement in their respective national currencies—the Rupee and the Dirham—as well as to link their fast payment systems to facilitate international financial interactions. This occurred while Prime Minister Narendra Modi was in Abu Dhabi. Watch WION's principal correspondent Siddhant Sibbal in a conversation with Sunjay Sudhir, Indian Ambassador to UAE.

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Pakistan is blowing its own trumpet. Facing the worst economic crisis in years. India's troubled neighbour misses no chance. To showcase its bogus superiority complex. Cash-strapped Pakistan is currently running on foreign loans taken on higher interest rate. With soaring inflation, Pakistanis are finding it difficult to collect something as basic as a sack of flour. At the mercy of the IMF, Pakistan recently secured a $3 billion bailout package.

Pakistan sets the priority straight as it will install flag taller than India after getting IMF loan

The finance ministers of nations including India, Indonesia, Canada, and the US recently discussed pressing global economic issues facing our planet, such as the threat posed by climate change and rising debt. Women are managing some of the biggest economies in the world.

Finance Ministers of India, Indonesia and Canada stand hand in hand

The G20 Finance ministers meeting is set to begin today in the Indian state of Gujarat. A host of issues are lined up for discussion US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen will be pushing for reforms in multilateral development banks. Yellen is also expected to meet Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sithraman in a scheduled meeting.

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While the Russia-Ukraine war continues to drag on an emerging report has put a spotlight on the human cost of the war. A Ukrainian search unit exhumed human remains from a village in eastern Ukraine. According to the initial reports the remains are believed to be of Russian soldiers who were killed in combat.

India's gateway to outer space at Satish Dhawan Space Centre

A recent survey found that as many as 38% urban Indians consume artificial sweeteners every month. Why this is concerning is because, Artificial sweeteners like aspartame have recently been declared by the World Health Organization (WHO) to be “possibly carcinogenic to humans” – they can cause cancer.

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There seems to be an uptake in crimes against the Hindu minorities in Pakistan including abductions, attacks on temples and targeted attacks on the minority community. In Pakistan, there has been an increase in the number of taxes on Hindu temples. Pakistani criminal gangs have threatened to attack Hindu temples and they say that they will use high-grade weapons and rocket launchers now.

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Delhi is submerged in floodwater. Thousands of lives are affected. Though the water level of Yamuna seems to recede. There are no signs of receding trouble for residents. Around 40,000 people in the city are displaced. The Delhi government announced measures to help the flood-affected regions & displaced families.

The cost of the flood: How much compensation is the Delhi government paying? Is it enough?

India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) signed agreements on Saturday to begin trade settlement in their respective national currencies—the Rupee and the Dirham—as well as to link their fast payment systems to facilitate international financial interactions. This occurred while Prime Minister Narendra Modi was in Abu Dhabi.

UAE and India agree to settle transactions in local currency

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<p>In a joint operation, Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police killed two infiltrators while foiling an infiltration attempt on the Line of Control (LoC) in the Poonch sector. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"Operation Bahadur Poonch Sector. Major infiltration bid eliminated in a joint operation by Indian Army &amp; JmuKmrPolice during the night of 17 Jul 23 in Poonch Sector. Two infiltrators have been eliminated. Search operations are in Progress." said the army.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the Indian Army, the operation was started during the night after the suspicious movement was noticed close to the line of control. The Indian army started Operation Bahadur during the night only and while coming in contact with the infiltrators, security forces killed both the infiltrators. The search operation in the area still continues.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Two improvised explosive devices (IED) were recovered from the Wodhpura forest in North Kashmir. Indian Army in a Joint operation with Handwara Police recovered the IEDs near NH 701 early morning on July 17.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Based on information from a reliable source, Indian Army and Handwara Police launched a swift and well-coordinated Search and Destruction Operation (SADO) in Wodhpura Forest.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The operation resulted in the recovery of two sophisticated IEDs of approximately 5 and 7 kgs, &nbsp;concealed in the jungle area. The team immediately cordoned off the area with adequate security measures. &nbsp;The positive identification of IEDs was carried out by Indian Army's highly trained Explosive detection team equipped with Explosive detectors and Army Dog.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Further, the bomb disposal team executed a controlled detonation of IEDs, rendering them safe.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A thorough search operation was resumed by personnel of the Indian Army and Handwara Police in the general area of Wodhpura forest for any more IEDs or hiding militants. No loss of life or property was reported.&nbsp;</p>

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In a joint operation, Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police killed two infiltrators while foiling an infiltration attempt on the Line of Control (LoC) in the Poonch sector.

In a joint operation, Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police killed two infiltrators while foiling an infiltration attempt on the Line of Control (LoC) in the Poonch sector. "Operation Bahadur Poonch Sector. Major infiltration bid eliminated in a joint operation by Indian Army & JmuKmrPolice during the night of 17 Jul 23 in Poonch Sector. Two infiltrators have been eliminated. Search operations are in Progress." said the army. According to the Indian Army, the operation was started during the night after the suspicious movement was noticed close to the line of control. The Indian army started Operation Bahadur during the night only and while coming in contact with the infiltrators, security forces killed both the infiltrators. The search operation in the area still continues. Two improvised explosive devices (IED) were recovered from the Wodhpura forest in North Kashmir. Indian Army in a Joint operation with Handwara Police recovered the IEDs near NH 701 early morning on July 17. Based on information from a reliable source, Indian Army and Handwara Police launched a swift and well-coordinated Search and Destruction Operation (SADO) in Wodhpura Forest. The operation resulted in the recovery of two sophisticated IEDs of approximately 5 and 7 kgs, concealed in the jungle area. The team immediately cordoned off the area with adequate security measures. The positive identification of IEDs was carried out by Indian Army's highly trained Explosive detection team equipped with Explosive detectors and Army Dog. Further, the bomb disposal team executed a controlled detonation of IEDs, rendering them safe. A thorough search operation was resumed by personnel of the Indian Army and Handwara Police in the general area of Wodhpura forest for any more IEDs or hiding militants. No loss of life or property was reported. 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.

India: Two infiltrators killed on LoC in Poonch, IEDs recovered in North Kashmir

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