The Indian Army has recovered the body of one of the two missing PARA soldiers from the 5 PARA unit, who went missing on October 6 in the Kishtwar ridge area of the Gadole forests, Kokernag, Anantnag. Search parties are bringing the body down for formal identification. The Indian Army has been conducting an extensive search operation on the third consecutive day in the dense Gadol forest of Kokernag, Anantnag district, South Kashmir, to locate the missing Indian Army soldiers. A severe snowstorm disrupted communication with the soldiers, prompting the Army to launch a large-scale rescue and search effort.&nbsp;According to the Indian Army, ''On the intervening night of 6/7 Oct an operational team on Kishtwar range confronted a severe snowstorm and whiteout conditions in the mountains of South Kashmir. Since then, two soldiers have gone out of communication. Intense Search and Rescue operations have been launched but hampered due to prevailing adverse weather conditions.''&nbsp;The communication was lost with Agniveer commandos from the 5 Para (Special Forces) unit during a routine patrol in the Gadol forest, Kokernag, Anantnag district. While no terrorist involvement has been confirmed, the region has a history of militancy, including a 2023 encounter in the same forest that caused significant casualties among security forces.&nbsp;The Indian Army swiftly mobilised a large-scale, multi-faceted search and rescue operation in the rugged Gadol forest of Kokernag, Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir. Leveraging advanced technology and specialized resources, the operation involves state-of-the-art drones for aerial reconnaissance, highly trained canine squads for ground tracking, and helicopters for rapid deployment and surveillance across the dense, high-risk terrain.&nbsp;This meticulously coordinated operation highlights the Indian Army's unwavering resolve to locate the second missing soldier. Additional ground forces have been deployed to thoroughly search the Gadole forests, while intelligence units are working relentlessly to trace the missing jawan. &nbsp;

A severe snowstorm disrupted communication with the soldiers, prompting the Army to launch a large-scale rescue and search effort.

The Indian Army has recovered the body of one of the two missing PARA soldiers from the 5 PARA unit, who went missing on October 6 in the Kishtwar ridge area of the Gadole forests, Kokernag, Anantnag. Search parties are bringing the body down for formal identification. The Indian Army has been conducting an extensive search operation on the third consecutive day in the dense Gadol forest of Kokernag, Anantnag district, South Kashmir, to locate the missing Indian Army soldiers. A severe snowstorm disrupted communication with the soldiers, prompting the Army to launch a large-scale rescue and search effort. According to the Indian Army, ''On the intervening night of 6/7 Oct an operational team on Kishtwar range confronted a severe snowstorm and whiteout conditions in the mountains of South Kashmir. Since then, two soldiers have gone out of communication. Intense Search and Rescue operations have been launched but hampered due to prevailing adverse weather conditions.'' The communication was lost with Agniveer commandos from the 5 Para (Special Forces) unit during a routine patrol in the Gadol forest, Kokernag, Anantnag district. While no terrorist involvement has been confirmed, the region has a history of militancy, including a 2023 encounter in the same forest that caused significant casualties among security forces. The Indian Army swiftly mobilised a large-scale, multi-faceted search and rescue operation in the rugged Gadol forest of Kokernag, Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir. Leveraging advanced technology and specialized resources, the operation involves state-of-the-art drones for aerial reconnaissance, highly trained canine squads for ground tracking, and helicopters for rapid deployment and surveillance across the dense, high-risk terrain. This meticulously coordinated operation highlights the Indian Army's unwavering resolve to locate the second missing soldier. Additional ground forces have been deployed to thoroughly search the Gadole forests, while intelligence units are working relentlessly to trace the missing jawan.

A severe snowstorm disrupted communication with the soldiers, prompting the Army to launch a large-scale rescue and search effort.

One body of the missing Indian Army soldier recovered in Kokernag Forest

Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir face a significant new challenge. Intelligence sources reveal that Pakistan's ISI is orchestrating a destabilisation campaign in the region through a coordinated alliance between the terrorist organisations Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and the Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP). This partnership seeks to intensify attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, aiming to internationalise the Kashmir issue.&nbsp;Indian intelligence agencies are aware of an emerging alliance between the Pakistan-based terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and the Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP), supported by Pakistan's ISI. Indian security forces are fully aware of this new ISI strategy and are actively developing countermeasures to neutralize this threat.&nbsp;''Our intelligence agencies are closely monitoring and analysing all developments. Based on these assessments, we are conducting strategic operational planning. This is well-known, and we are implementing effective countermeasures accordingly, '' said Ashok Yadav, IG BSF Kashmir.&nbsp;According to the Inspector General of the BSF, over 120 terrorists are positioned at launchpads across the border, awaiting opportunities to infiltrate Jammu and Kashmir. Security forces have strengthened the border grid to counter these threats. Infiltration attempts typically surge annually before winter, as routes and passes become impassable after snowfall.&nbsp;Terrorist launch pads remain operational, with approximately 100-120 foreign terrorists positioned and eager to infiltrate. However, our robust anti-infiltration measures are highly vigilant, effectively preventing any unauthorised entry into our territory. With two months until the onset of winter, our forces remain on high alert to ensure no infiltrations occur, '' said Ashok Yadav, IG BSF Kashmir.&nbsp;Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir have escalated anti-terrorist operations throughout the region. Multiple counter-terrorism operations are being conducted by security forces across the Union Territory.

According to the Inspector General of the BSF, over 120 terrorists are positioned at launchpads across the border, awaiting opportunities to infiltrate Jammu and Kashmir.

Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir face a significant new challenge. Intelligence sources reveal that Pakistan's ISI is orchestrating a destabilisation campaign in the region through a coordinated alliance between the terrorist organisations Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and the Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP). This partnership seeks to intensify attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, aiming to internationalise the Kashmir issue. Indian intelligence agencies are aware of an emerging alliance between the Pakistan-based terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and the Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP), supported by Pakistan's ISI. Indian security forces are fully aware of this new ISI strategy and are actively developing countermeasures to neutralize this threat. ''Our intelligence agencies are closely monitoring and analysing all developments. Based on these assessments, we are conducting strategic operational planning. This is well-known, and we are implementing effective countermeasures accordingly, '' said Ashok Yadav, IG BSF Kashmir. According to the Inspector General of the BSF, over 120 terrorists are positioned at launchpads across the border, awaiting opportunities to infiltrate Jammu and Kashmir. Security forces have strengthened the border grid to counter these threats. Infiltration attempts typically surge annually before winter, as routes and passes become impassable after snowfall. Terrorist launch pads remain operational, with approximately 100-120 foreign terrorists positioned and eager to infiltrate. However, our robust anti-infiltration measures are highly vigilant, effectively preventing any unauthorised entry into our territory. With two months until the onset of winter, our forces remain on high alert to ensure no infiltrations occur, '' said Ashok Yadav, IG BSF Kashmir. Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir have escalated anti-terrorist operations throughout the region. Multiple counter-terrorism operations are being conducted by security forces across the Union Territory.

According to the Inspector General of the BSF, over 120 terrorists are positioned at launchpads across the border, awaiting opportunities to infiltrate Jammu and Kashmir.

J&K security forces on high alert as ISI-Orchestrated LeT-ISKP alliance targets destabilisation; IG BSF ensures a robust counter-strategy.

Beyond its critical role in safeguarding the nation, the Indian Army is making a profound impact on the lives of young children by fostering education and opportunity in remote areas. In Vilgam Ramhal of Kupwara, &nbsp;the 2 Rajput Unit has established a coaching centre that is transforming the future for underprivileged children from economically disadvantaged families.&nbsp;Currently, the centre serves nearly 80 students, providing them with free coaching to support their academic growth and aspirations. The initiative is designed to bridge educational gaps for those who might otherwise lack access to quality learning resources. Three dedicated teachers, committed to nurturing the next generation, are delivering comprehensive instruction at the centre, covering essential subjects and fostering a supportive learning environment.&nbsp;This commendable effort by the 2 Rajput Unit reflects the Indian Army's broader commitment to nation-building, extending beyond security to empower communities through education. By investing in the youth of Vilgam Ramhal, the Army is not only shaping individual futures but also contributing to the socio-economic development of the region. Local families have expressed gratitude for the initiative, which offers hope and opportunity to children who dream of a brighter future.&nbsp;The students praised the Army’s commitment to their academic growth, noting that the dedicated guidance from the centre’s three teachers has created a nurturing environment for learning. They also expressed their aspiration for the program to expand to include coaching up to the matriculation level, which would allow them to pursue higher education and achieve their long-term goals.&nbsp;''I am very thankful to the Indian Army's 2 Rajput Unit, Who have kept free coaching for the students who can't afford private coaching. It costs a lot of money and they are doing it for free. I only appeal t o the army that it should be spread to other areas. I also appeal to parents who can't afford private coaching to send their children to these coaching classes, '' said Riyaz Wani, Class 8 student.&nbsp;This initiative underscores the Indian Army’s role as a catalyst for social change, empowering young minds in remote areas to dream bigger and build brighter futures.&nbsp;''I am a student of class 8; I am very happy that the Indian army has started free coaching classes. It's been over two months, and we have been benefited by it. The teachers here are very dedicated. I would like to thank the Indian Army for starting these classes for the underprivileged students," said Shunain, Class 8 student.&nbsp;&nbsp;The coaching centre stands as a beacon of the Army's dedication to holistic service, blending discipline, compassion, and social responsibility to uplift underserved communities. &nbsp;

 In Vilgam Ramhal of Kupwara,  the 2 Rajput Unit has established a coaching centre that is transforming the future for underprivileged children from economically disadvantaged families.

Beyond its critical role in safeguarding the nation, the Indian Army is making a profound impact on the lives of young children by fostering education and opportunity in remote areas. In Vilgam Ramhal of Kupwara, the 2 Rajput Unit has established a coaching centre that is transforming the future for underprivileged children from economically disadvantaged families. Currently, the centre serves nearly 80 students, providing them with free coaching to support their academic growth and aspirations. The initiative is designed to bridge educational gaps for those who might otherwise lack access to quality learning resources. Three dedicated teachers, committed to nurturing the next generation, are delivering comprehensive instruction at the centre, covering essential subjects and fostering a supportive learning environment. This commendable effort by the 2 Rajput Unit reflects the Indian Army's broader commitment to nation-building, extending beyond security to empower communities through education. By investing in the youth of Vilgam Ramhal, the Army is not only shaping individual futures but also contributing to the socio-economic development of the region. Local families have expressed gratitude for the initiative, which offers hope and opportunity to children who dream of a brighter future. The students praised the Army’s commitment to their academic growth, noting that the dedicated guidance from the centre’s three teachers has created a nurturing environment for learning. They also expressed their aspiration for the program to expand to include coaching up to the matriculation level, which would allow them to pursue higher education and achieve their long-term goals. ''I am very thankful to the Indian Army's 2 Rajput Unit, Who have kept free coaching for the students who can't afford private coaching. It costs a lot of money and they are doing it for free. I only appeal t o the army that it should be spread to other areas. I also appeal to parents who can't afford private coaching to send their children to these coaching classes, '' said Riyaz Wani, Class 8 student. This initiative underscores the Indian Army’s role as a catalyst for social change, empowering young minds in remote areas to dream bigger and build brighter futures. ''I am a student of class 8; I am very happy that the Indian army has started free coaching classes. It's been over two months, and we have been benefited by it. The teachers here are very dedicated. I would like to thank the Indian Army for starting these classes for the underprivileged students," said Shunain, Class 8 student. The coaching centre stands as a beacon of the Army's dedication to holistic service, blending discipline, compassion, and social responsibility to uplift underserved communities.

&nbsp;In Vilgam Ramhal of Kupwara, &nbsp;the 2 Rajput Unit has established a coaching centre that is transforming the future for underprivileged children from economically disadvantaged families.

Indian Army sets up free coaching classes for underprivileged students in North Kashmir

India’s defence establishment faces an unforgiving reality as the strategic environment presently surrounding the country is more volatile than at any point in recent memory. China’s sweeping military modernisation and its ever-growing strategic embrace with Pakistan pose a formidable two-front challenge for New Delhi. Simultaneously, the character of conflict has evolved. Around the world, wars have become multi-domain contests, spanning cyber, space, information, and electronic warfare alongside traditional land, sea, and air power. Against this backdrop, persisting with a fragmented command structure is a risk the Indian military cannot afford. Theatreisation—integrating the Army, Navy and Air Force under unified commands—is the essential structural reform that will determine whether India can deter aggression and respond with agility in the decades ahead.&nbsp;<h2>The Threat Landscape Has Changed</h2>&nbsp;China’s military reforms offer a sobering contrast. In less than two years, Beijing reorganised its forces into five theatre commands, enabling unified planning and execution across vast geographies. The result is a force capable of concentrating power at short notice and exploiting weaknesses in fragmented structures. Pakistan, though less formidable, acts in close alignment with China, intensifying the possibility of simultaneous pressure along India’s northern and western borders.&nbsp;For New Delhi, this reality is compounded by the changing character of war. The battlefield is no longer confined to land, sea, and air. In the fast-paced era of technology, cyber intrusions, electronic disruption, and space-based surveillance now shape combat as, if not more, decisively as infantry brigades or fighter squadrons. A command structure not designed for such interwoven threats will struggle to keep pace with adversaries who blend kinetic and non-kinetic tools into a single operational design.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/forging-strategic-ties-how-india-australia-army-cooperation-shapes-the-indo-pacific-1754962488363">Forging strategic ties: How India–Australia army cooperation shapes the Indo-Pacific</a><h2>&nbsp;</h2><h2>Towards a Unified Warfighting Machine</h2>&nbsp;Theatreisation promises a decisive shift in how India applies its combat power. Instead of three services running parallel campaigns, a single commander would wield operational control of all forces in a specific theatre. This model eliminates duplication, integrates intelligence, and enables commanders to act on a shared picture. It will also enable joint planning and bring synergy through single-point decision-making, replacing the divergent perspectives of separate services.&nbsp;The operational benefits are matched by economic prudence. Maintaining 17 independent commands fosters duplication in logistics, training, and procurement. Integrated commands consolidate these functions, freeing resources for modernisation. Every rupee saved can be redirected towards technologies that matter most in the coming decades—artificial intelligence, swarm drones, hypersonic platforms, and resilient communications.&nbsp;<h2>Addressing Institutional Concerns</h2>&nbsp;The most vocal reservations come from the Indian Air Force, which fears its scarce assets may be diluted across multiple commands. Air power is most effective when applied flexibly, and this concern deserves respect. Yet the solution lies in careful design, not in halting reform. Integrated commands can be structured to preserve the strategic versatility of the IAF while embedding its capabilities into theatre-level plans. In modern joint operations, air power is not a peripheral support but a central enabler. Theatreisation ensures its integration rather than its marginalisation.Similarly, the role of the Service Chiefs will evolve rather than diminish. They will retain responsibility for raising, training, and sustaining forces, while Theatre Commanders apply them in operations. This division reflects global best practice, including in countries with proud military traditions. What it requires is a cultural move—from service-first to joint-first thinking.&nbsp;<h2>The Implementation Challenge</h2>&nbsp;The road to theatreisation will not be without friction. Integrating logistics chains, creating joint education pipelines, and cultivating officers experienced in combined operations will demand time and political will. India has already laid some of the groundwork. The appointment of the Chief of Defence Staff in 2019 and the passage of the Inter-Services Organisations Act in 2023, which granted unified commanders disciplinary powers across services, have created the legal and institutional scaffolding.&nbsp;The next step is execution. A phased rollout, such as establishing three core commands covering the northern border, the western frontier, and the maritime domain, offers a logical starting point. This “one border, one force” principle would ensure accountability and clarity in the regions where India is most likely to face sustained challenges.&nbsp;<h2>The Cost of Delay</h2>&nbsp;The pace of reform has been slow compared with the urgency of the threat. Debate is healthy, but prolonged hesitation carries risks. Every year India remains bound to legacy structures is a year its adversaries gain in relative advantage. Strategic lethargy is itself a vulnerability.India’s armed forces have repeatedly demonstrated extraordinary courage and professionalism. Reform does not diminish those achievements; it ensures they are supported by a structure capable of delivering their full potential. Theatreisation is not an optional upgrade—it is the foundation for credible deterrence and effective defence in the 21st century.&nbsp;<h2>A Call to Act</h2>&nbsp;The government has designated 2025 as the “Year of Defence Reforms.” That ambition must now be matched by implementation. The transformation from a fragmented system to a theatre-based structure is a generational shift, one that will define India’s ability to secure its interests and project stability in its region.The case for theatreisation rests on strategic necessity, operational logic, and economic common sense. Delay carries costs India cannot afford. The choice before New Delhi is clear: act with resolve, or risk being outpaced by adversaries whose reforms are already complete. The moment for decisive change has arrived.

Theatreisation—integrating the Army, Navy and Air Force under unified commands—is the essential structural reform that will determine whether India can deter aggression and respond with agility in the decades ahead.

India’s defence establishment faces an unforgiving reality as the strategic environment presently surrounding the country is more volatile than at any point in recent memory. China’s sweeping military modernisation and its ever-growing strategic embrace with Pakistan pose a formidable two-front challenge for New Delhi. Simultaneously, the character of conflict has evolved. Around the world, wars have become multi-domain contests, spanning cyber, space, information, and electronic warfare alongside traditional land, sea, and air power. Against this backdrop, persisting with a fragmented command structure is a risk the Indian military cannot afford. Theatreisation—integrating the Army, Navy and Air Force under unified commands—is the essential structural reform that will determine whether India can deter aggression and respond with agility in the decades ahead. The Threat Landscape Has Changed China’s military reforms offer a sobering contrast. In less than two years, Beijing reorganised its forces into five theatre commands, enabling unified planning and execution across vast geographies. The result is a force capable of concentrating power at short notice and exploiting weaknesses in fragmented structures. Pakistan, though less formidable, acts in close alignment with China, intensifying the possibility of simultaneous pressure along India’s northern and western borders. For New Delhi, this reality is compounded by the changing character of war. The battlefield is no longer confined to land, sea, and air. In the fast-paced era of technology, cyber intrusions, electronic disruption, and space-based surveillance now shape combat as, if not more, decisively as infantry brigades or fighter squadrons. A command structure not designed for such interwoven threats will struggle to keep pace with adversaries who blend kinetic and non-kinetic tools into a single operational design. Also read: Forging strategic ties: How India–Australia army cooperation shapes the Indo-Pacific Towards a Unified Warfighting Machine Theatreisation promises a decisive shift in how India applies its combat power. Instead of three services running parallel campaigns, a single commander would wield operational control of all forces in a specific theatre. This model eliminates duplication, integrates intelligence, and enables commanders to act on a shared picture. It will also enable joint planning and bring synergy through single-point decision-making, replacing the divergent perspectives of separate services. The operational benefits are matched by economic prudence. Maintaining 17 independent commands fosters duplication in logistics, training, and procurement. Integrated commands consolidate these functions, freeing resources for modernisation. Every rupee saved can be redirected towards technologies that matter most in the coming decades—artificial intelligence, swarm drones, hypersonic platforms, and resilient communications. Addressing Institutional Concerns The most vocal reservations come from the Indian Air Force, which fears its scarce assets may be diluted across multiple commands. Air power is most effective when applied flexibly, and this concern deserves respect. Yet the solution lies in careful design, not in halting reform. Integrated commands can be structured to preserve the strategic versatility of the IAF while embedding its capabilities into theatre-level plans. In modern joint operations, air power is not a peripheral support but a central enabler. Theatreisation ensures its integration rather than its marginalisation. Similarly, the role of the Service Chiefs will evolve rather than diminish. They will retain responsibility for raising, training, and sustaining forces, while Theatre Commanders apply them in operations. This division reflects global best practice, including in countries with proud military traditions. What it requires is a cultural move—from service-first to joint-first thinking. The Implementation Challenge The road to theatreisation will not be without friction. Integrating logistics chains, creating joint education pipelines, and cultivating officers experienced in combined operations will demand time and political will. India has already laid some of the groundwork. The appointment of the Chief of Defence Staff in 2019 and the passage of the Inter-Services Organisations Act in 2023, which granted unified commanders disciplinary powers across services, have created the legal and institutional scaffolding. The next step is execution. A phased rollout, such as establishing three core commands covering the northern border, the western frontier, and the maritime domain, offers a logical starting point. This “one border, one force” principle would ensure accountability and clarity in the regions where India is most likely to face sustained challenges. The Cost of Delay The pace of reform has been slow compared with the urgency of the threat. Debate is healthy, but prolonged hesitation carries risks. Every year India remains bound to legacy structures is a year its adversaries gain in relative advantage. Strategic lethargy is itself a vulnerability. India’s armed forces have repeatedly demonstrated extraordinary courage and professionalism. Reform does not diminish those achievements; it ensures they are supported by a structure capable of delivering their full potential. Theatreisation is not an optional upgrade—it is the foundation for credible deterrence and effective defence in the 21st century. A Call to Act The government has designated 2025 as the “Year of Defence Reforms.” That ambition must now be matched by implementation. The transformation from a fragmented system to a theatre-based structure is a generational shift, one that will define India’s ability to secure its interests and project stability in its region. The case for theatreisation rests on strategic necessity, operational logic, and economic common sense. Delay carries costs India cannot afford. The choice before New Delhi is clear: act with resolve, or risk being outpaced by adversaries whose reforms are already complete. The moment for decisive change has arrived.

Theatreisation—integrating the Army, Navy and Air Force under unified commands—is the essential structural reform that will determine whether India can deter aggression and respond with agility in the decades ahead.

China–Pakistan axis makes theatre commands a must for Indian military

Three Indian Army soldiers have been killed in a massive avalanche in Siachen Glacier in Ladakh on Tuesday (Sep 9). The avalanche struck the high altitude base camp at Siachen, trapping the soldiers under snow and debris. All three bodies of the soldiers have been recovered from the incident site after a massive rescue operation in the area. More details awaited.&nbsp;GOC, Fire and Fury Corps, and All Ranks salute Sepoy Mohit Kumar, Agniveer Niraj Kumar Choudhary and Agniveer Dabhi Rakesh Devabhai, who made a supreme sacrifice in the line of duty in #Siachen on 09 Sep 2025 and offer deep condolences to the bereaved families in this hour of grief.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">GOC, Fire and Fury Corps and All Ranks salute Sepoy Mohit Kumar, Agniveer Niraj Kumar Choudhary and Agniveer Dabhi Rakesh Devabhai, who made supreme sacrifice in the line of duty in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Siachen?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Siachen</a> on 09 Sep 2025 and offer deep condolences to the bereaved families in this hour of grief.… <a href="https://t.co/dqrbKwefDH">pic.twitter.com/dqrbKwefDH</a>&mdash; @firefurycorps_IA (@firefurycorps) <a href="https://twitter.com/firefurycorps/status/1965399849198559314?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

A major avalanche struck the Siachen Glacier base camp in Ladakh, resulting in the deaths of three soldiers, according to Indian army sources.  Rescue operations are underway to ensure the safety of other personnel and details awaited

Three Indian Army soldiers have been killed in a massive avalanche in Siachen Glacier in Ladakh on Tuesday (Sep 9). The avalanche struck the high altitude base camp at Siachen, trapping the soldiers under snow and debris. All three bodies of the soldiers have been recovered from the incident site after a massive rescue operation in the area. More details awaited. GOC, Fire and Fury Corps, and All Ranks salute Sepoy Mohit Kumar, Agniveer Niraj Kumar Choudhary and Agniveer Dabhi Rakesh Devabhai, who made a supreme sacrifice in the line of duty in #Siachen on 09 Sep 2025 and offer deep condolences to the bereaved families in this hour of grief.

A major avalanche struck the Siachen Glacier base camp in Ladakh, resulting in the deaths of three soldiers, according to Indian army sources. &nbsp;Rescue operations are underway to ensure the safety of other personnel and details awaited

Three Indian soldiers killed after avalanche strikes Siachen base camp in Ladakh

An Infiltration bid was foiled by security forces in the Poonch sector near Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir. According to security forces, a group of terrorists was trying to infiltrate into Jammu and Kashmir which was foiled by the alert forces on the LoC. &nbsp;Security forces have now launched a massive cordon and search operation in the same area. The Indian Army's WhiteKnight Corps said, "At about 0530h today, troops of WhiteKnightCorps in the general area of Balakot detected suspicious movement near LoC. Fire was immediately opened by alert troops, preventing the infiltration attempt. Own troops have been repositioned and re-oriented to ensure foolproof domination of the area using all available means. Troops are maintaining high alert in their respective areas''.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/breaking-infiltration-bid-by-terrorists-foiled-along-loc-in-j-k-s-poonch-1756709933220/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/breaking-infiltration-bid-by-terrorists-foiled-along-loc-in-j-k-s-poonch-1756709933220/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;The anti-terrorist operations across Jammu and Kashmir have been intensified over the last month. Multiple operations were carried out last week by security forces, during which, a huge cache of arms and ammunition was recovered.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WhiteKnightCorps?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WhiteKnightCorps</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Infiltration?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Infiltration</a> Bid Foiled | Balakot, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Poonch?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Poonch</a> At about 0530h today, troops of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WhiteKnightCorps?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WhiteKnightCorps</a> in general area of Balakot detected suspicious movement near <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LoC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LoC</a>. Fire was immediately opened by alert troops preventing the infiltration attempt. Own troops have…&mdash; White Knight Corps (@Whiteknight_IA) <a href="https://twitter.com/Whiteknight_IA/status/1962375137002709467?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

One operation in Handwara district of Northern Kashmir was a huge success. &nbsp;Handwara Police’s Special Operations Group (SOG) had recovered a cache of arms, ammunition, and other incriminating material from Bhuvan Forest, Rajwar.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h3>During a search operation in the forest area, the team unearthed the following items which had been buried underground:</h3>&nbsp;<ul><li>&nbsp;UBGL Grenades – 22</li><li>UBGL – 01</li><li>AK-47 Rounds – 15</li><li>Black powdered substance (suspected explosive) – approx. ½ Kg</li><li>Pencil Cells</li><li>Gas Cylinder – 01</li><li>Gas Chulla – 01</li><li>Tawa – 01</li><li>Tarpaulins – 03</li><li>Groceries (sugar, oil, salt, dry milk, turmeric)</li><li>Shoes – 01 pair</li><li>Utensils</li><li>Weapon Cleaning Oil – approx. ½ litre.''</li></ul>&nbsp;One more operation was carried out in South Kashmir's Awantipora. &nbsp;Security forces arrested a hybrid terrorist along with arms and ammunition at Hari Parigam village in South Kashmir’s Awantipora. A pistol with magazine and 9 rounds of 9mm ammunition were recovered from Sakib Reyaz Ganie, son of Reyaz Ahmad Ganie, a resident of Chaki-i-Cholan, Shopian.&nbsp;

The anti-terrorist operations across Jammu and Kashmir have been intensified over the last month.

An Infiltration bid was foiled by security forces in the Poonch sector near Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir. According to security forces, a group of terrorists was trying to infiltrate into Jammu and Kashmir which was foiled by the alert forces on the LoC. Security forces have now launched a massive cordon and search operation in the same area. The Indian Army's WhiteKnight Corps said, "At about 0530h today, troops of WhiteKnightCorps in the general area of Balakot detected suspicious movement near LoC. Fire was immediately opened by alert troops, preventing the infiltration attempt. Own troops have been repositioned and re-oriented to ensure foolproof domination of the area using all available means. Troops are maintaining high alert in their respective areas''. https://www.wionews.com/videos/breaking-infiltration-bid-by-terrorists-foiled-along-loc-in-j-k-s-poonch-1756709933220/embed The anti-terrorist operations across Jammu and Kashmir have been intensified over the last month. Multiple operations were carried out last week by security forces, during which, a huge cache of arms and ammunition was recovered.

The anti-terrorist operations across Jammu and Kashmir have been intensified over the last month.

Infiltration bid foiled by Indian Army, anti terrorist operations intensified across J&K

On Wednesday, India released three joint doctrines, including one for Special Forces (SF) operations.This is seen as an important step to improve joint working and integration of the armed forces as they move towards theaterisation. The joint doctrine for Special Forces (SF) operations, released by Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan at the Ran Samwad military conclave, aims to build a common understanding, shared terms, and basic procedures.&nbsp;This will help create better coordination and teamwork among the Army’s Para-SF, Navy’s MARCOS, and Air Force’s Garuds. The doctrine for Special Forces (SF) operations covers many key areas, including joint training, future weapons, operational needs, and matters of command, control, and planning. To avoid duplication and improve effectiveness, the doctrine says Special Forces should train together in advanced skills.&nbsp;The existing training schools of the Army, Navy, and Air Force should be upgraded into Joint Service Training Institutes (JSTIs), with each becoming a Centre of Excellence for a specific skill. This can be done without changing the command of each service, by using current infrastructure and sharing resources from all three forces.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/delayed-but-deadly-can-the-ghatak-drone-overcome-its-hurdles-1756108617798">Delayed but deadly: Can the Ghatak drone overcome its hurdles?</a><h2>Focus areas include:</h2>&nbsp;<ul><li>Training Special Forces (SF) and crews of platforms like aircraft and submarines for insertion and extraction during night or in adverse weather, using night vision and other advanced methods.</li></ul>&nbsp;<ul><li>Joint training on electronic warfare systems used by the three services.</li></ul>&nbsp;<ul><li>Training SF to guide precision weapons fired from aircraft, long-range artillery, and naval gunfire support (NGFS).</li></ul>&nbsp;<ul><li>Special Forces (SF) provide support and extra strength to field formations and usually work under the command of regional commands.</li></ul>&nbsp;<ul><li>For joint operations, the doctrine says SF can be deployed through the Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (IDS) or future integrated structures.</li></ul>&nbsp;When used together in joint missions, Special Forces (SF) must work at a high level of coordination. This means having common standard operating procedures (SOPs), joint training, and shared communication systems.&nbsp;The doctrine stresses that joint training of the Army’s Para (SF), Navy’s MARCOS, and Air Force’s Garuds is essential to keep India’s SF capable, adaptable, and fully interoperable for tackling complex security challenges.&nbsp;In his foreword, General Anil Chauhan writes that the doctrine explains a unified philosophy covering the principles, capabilities, and use of Special Forces (SF) on land, at sea, and in the air.&nbsp;It is meant to serve as a basic guide for joint planning, execution, and capacity building, keeping in line with the new roles and missions of the 21st century.The doctrine says that in the coming decade, new and revolutionary technologies could change the nature of Special Operations.&nbsp;Advances in weapons, new technologies, and new ways of using them will transform the battlefield.The second doctrine says that the success of airborne and heliborne operations in today’s and future battlefields will depend on advanced technologies, joint cooperation between services, and thorough training.&nbsp;This will help in the smooth use of technology and better coordination of tactics, techniques, and procedures. The rules and guidelines in this document will make sure that India's airborne and heliborne forces stay a strong and quick-responding part of our military power, ready to take decisive action in all situations—from peace missions to full-scale wars, Chauhan writes in the foreword of the doctrine.&nbsp;The new joint doctrine shows how India’s armed forces will work together in a unified way across land, sea, air, space, cyber and cognitive (related to mind and thinking) domains. This will strengthen teamwork and improve future readiness, the defence ministry said.&nbsp;The idea of multi-domain operations can build a strong, quick and flexible force, able to use greater military power that supports the soldier in battle and also helps commanders in operation centres make better decisions, Chauhan writes in the foreword to the third doctrine. This document is the first step by the Indian armed forces to understand a new way of operations. It explains how the Army, Navy and Air Force will organise, plan and fight to defeat the enemy in any domain and at any level of war.

India released joint doctorines to help create better coordination and teamwork among the Army’s Para-SF, Navy’s MARCOS, and Air Force’s Garuds. 

On Wednesday, India released three joint doctrines, including one for Special Forces (SF) operations. This is seen as an important step to improve joint working and integration of the armed forces as they move towards theaterisation. The joint doctrine for Special Forces (SF) operations, released by Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan at the Ran Samwad military conclave, aims to build a common understanding, shared terms, and basic procedures. This will help create better coordination and teamwork among the Army’s Para-SF, Navy’s MARCOS, and Air Force’s Garuds. The doctrine for Special Forces (SF) operations covers many key areas, including joint training, future weapons, operational needs, and matters of command, control, and planning. To avoid duplication and improve effectiveness, the doctrine says Special Forces should train together in advanced skills. The existing training schools of the Army, Navy, and Air Force should be upgraded into Joint Service Training Institutes (JSTIs), with each becoming a Centre of Excellence for a specific skill. This can be done without changing the command of each service, by using current infrastructure and sharing resources from all three forces. Also read: Delayed but deadly: Can the Ghatak drone overcome its hurdles? Focus areas include: Training Special Forces (SF) and crews of platforms like aircraft and submarines for insertion and extraction during night or in adverse weather, using night vision and other advanced methods. Joint training on electronic warfare systems used by the three services. Training SF to guide precision weapons fired from aircraft, long-range artillery, and naval gunfire support (NGFS). Special Forces (SF) provide support and extra strength to field formations and usually work under the command of regional commands. For joint operations, the doctrine says SF can be deployed through the Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (IDS) or future integrated structures. When used together in joint missions, Special Forces (SF) must work at a high level of coordination. This means having common standard operating procedures (SOPs), joint training, and shared communication systems. The doctrine stresses that joint training of the Army’s Para (SF), Navy’s MARCOS, and Air Force’s Garuds is essential to keep India’s SF capable, adaptable, and fully interoperable for tackling complex security challenges. In his foreword, General Anil Chauhan writes that the doctrine explains a unified philosophy covering the principles, capabilities, and use of Special Forces (SF) on land, at sea, and in the air. It is meant to serve as a basic guide for joint planning, execution, and capacity building, keeping in line with the new roles and missions of the 21st century. The doctrine says that in the coming decade, new and revolutionary technologies could change the nature of Special Operations. Advances in weapons, new technologies, and new ways of using them will transform the battlefield. The second doctrine says that the success of airborne and heliborne operations in today’s and future battlefields will depend on advanced technologies, joint cooperation between services, and thorough training. This will help in the smooth use of technology and better coordination of tactics, techniques, and procedures. The rules and guidelines in this document will make sure that India's airborne and heliborne forces stay a strong and quick-responding part of our military power, ready to take decisive action in all situations—from peace missions to full-scale wars, Chauhan writes in the foreword of the doctrine. The new joint doctrine shows how India’s armed forces will work together in a unified way across land, sea, air, space, cyber and cognitive (related to mind and thinking) domains. This will strengthen teamwork and improve future readiness, the defence ministry said. The idea of multi-domain operations can build a strong, quick and flexible force, able to use greater military power that supports the soldier in battle and also helps commanders in operation centres make better decisions, Chauhan writes in the foreword to the third doctrine. This document is the first step by the Indian armed forces to understand a new way of operations. It explains how the Army, Navy and Air Force will organise, plan and fight to defeat the enemy in any domain and at any level of war.

India released joint doctorines to help create better coordination and teamwork among the Army’s Para-SF, Navy’s MARCOS, and Air Force’s Garuds.&nbsp;

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In mountain warfare, every kilogram matters due to steep climbs and thin air. Weighing significantly less than battle rifles like the AK-103 or INSAS, the M4 allows soldiers and militants to carry more ammunition while maintaining agility during extended patrols and firefights.

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Analysts believe many of these rifles originate from stockpiles left behind in Afghanistan after the US withdrawal in 2021. Large quantities of American military hardware reportedly fell into the hands of the Taliban and were later trafficked through black markets into Pakistan.

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More recently, the Rashtriya Rifles have adopted the SIG716i rifle for counter-insurgency operations. In Operation Mahadev, these 7.62mm rifles were used for their superior accuracy and stopping power in medium-range combat, especially in Pahalgam’s hilly terrain.

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