Fifty Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) teams, special sniper units, drones and sharpshooters have been deployed ahead of Indian home minister Amit Shah’s three-day visit, to the northern Jammu and Kashmir state, which has witnessed a spate of civilian killings by the terrorists recently.

Notably, this will be the minister’s first visit to the Union Territory since its formation following the scrapping of Article 370 on August 5, 2019.

Shah will arrive in Srinagar on Saturday accompanied by the other senior officials of the home ministry, heads of most of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and the intelligence agencies, including the Intelligence Bureau (IB).

Temporary checkpoints and new bunkers have been created in Srinagar and other parts of the Valley. For the first time since 1990s, women CRPF personnel have been deployed in the city centre, Lal Chowk, and other areas to frisk women.

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The authorities have also suspended mobile internet in some parts of the Valley as a precautionary measure.

The visit comes in the backdrop of heightened terrorism activity in the state. Eleven civilians—most from the minority communities, including migrant labourers from other states—were shot down in targeted killings by the terrorists this month.

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The visit also comes amidst ongoing anti-terror operations in Poonch forests, where nine Army personnel were killed, increasing use of drones by Pakistan to ferry weapons and explosives along the Line of Control border, and attacks on security establishments in the region.

As per the itinerary schedule, Shah will hold security review meetings with armed forces and will meet the families of those killed in the recent civilian killings.

Apart from that, Amit Shah will reportedly inaugurate a direct flight between Srinagar and Sharjah on the first day of his visit and lay foundation stones of two medical colleges.

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He is then scheduled to chair a meeting of the Unified Command to review the security situation on the ground.

On Sunday, Amit Shah will travel to Jammu where he will address a public rally.

On Monday, the Union Home Minister is likely to meet sarpanches (village heads) to address their concerns before flying out.

(With inputs from agencies)

Fifty Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) teams, special sniper units, drones and sharpshooters have been deployed ahead of Indian home minister Amit Shah’s three-day visit, to the northern Jammu and Kashmir state, which has witnessed a spate of civilian killings by the terrorists recently.

Fifty Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) teams, special sniper units, drones and sharpshooters have been deployed ahead of Indian home minister Amit Shah’s three-day visit, to the northern Jammu and Kashmir state, which has witnessed a spate of civilian killings by the terrorists recently. Notably, this will be the minister’s first visit to the Union Territory since its formation following the scrapping of Article 370 on August 5, 2019. Shah will arrive in Srinagar on Saturday accompanied by the other senior officials of the home ministry, heads of most of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and the intelligence agencies, including the Intelligence Bureau (IB). Temporary checkpoints and new bunkers have been created in Srinagar and other parts of the Valley. For the first time since 1990s, women CRPF personnel have been deployed in the city centre, Lal Chowk, and other areas to frisk women. Also read | Terrorists involved in killing migrant workers in J&K eliminated: Police The authorities have also suspended mobile internet in some parts of the Valley as a precautionary measure. The visit comes in the backdrop of heightened terrorism activity in the state. Eleven civilians—most from the minority communities, including migrant labourers from other states—were shot down in targeted killings by the terrorists this month. Also read | J&K: 13 terrorists killed in 9 encounters after civilian killings The visit also comes amidst ongoing anti-terror operations in Poonch forests, where nine Army personnel were killed, increasing use of drones by Pakistan to ferry weapons and explosives along the Line of Control border, and attacks on security establishments in the region. As per the itinerary schedule, Shah will hold security review meetings with armed forces and will meet the families of those killed in the recent civilian killings. Apart from that, Amit Shah will reportedly inaugurate a direct flight between Srinagar and Sharjah on the first day of his visit and lay foundation stones of two medical colleges. Also read | 19-year-old Pakistani terrorist, Ali Babar Patra, surrendered in J&K He is then scheduled to chair a meeting of the Unified Command to review the security situation on the ground. On Sunday, Amit Shah will travel to Jammu where he will address a public rally. On Monday, the Union Home Minister is likely to meet sarpanches (village heads) to address their concerns before flying out. (With inputs from agencies)

India’s Jammu and Kashmir turns into fortress ahead of home minister Amit Shah’s 3-day visit

After the famed floating gardens and floating post office, Dal Lake in Jammu and Kashmir’s Srinagar gets its first floating ATM.

The cash dispensing machine has been installed for the convenience of people living near the lake as well as for the tourists staying in the houseboats. Many local business owners&nbsp;believe that it can become the new tourist attraction as it is the first such floating ATM in the Union Territory.&nbsp;

"SBI opened an ATM on a houseboat at Dal Lake, Srinagar, for the convenience of locals &amp; tourists. The floating ATM in the popular Dal Lake fulfils a long-standing need &amp; will be an added attraction to the charm of Srinagar," the bank tweeted.&nbsp;

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Many houseboat owners were relieved to have the ATM nearby as they had to travel all the way to the main city, which is about 8.8 kilometres from Dal Lake, for withdrawing money. They also said that it would boost their business as the tourists can now stay at the houseboats without having to worry about travelling long distances&nbsp;to get cash.

''We are thankful to the State Bank of India. This is the first floating ATM in Jammu Kashmir. This will benefit the locals as well as the tourists coming to the valley. It could become a tourist attraction as it's a unique concept. The tourists who are living in different houseboats are also appreciating the step,'' Saqib Ibrahim, owner of a houseboat in Dal Lake, said.&nbsp;

Several tourists also appreciated the bank’s gesture, saying that they can now stay at the houseboats without worrying about the cash crunch.

A tourist from Kerala, Nabeel Ahmad, said, “'We have a floating ATM in Kerala. I think it's a very good move by the bank. Dal Lake has floating markets and now an ATM too. It will immensely contribute to boosting the business of locals. The guests who stay in these houseboats can now take a shikhara and withdraw the money. It's a wonderful experience.”

After the famed floating gardens and floating post office, Dal Lake in Jammu and Kashmir’s Srinagar gets its first floating ATM. The cash dispensing machine has been installed for the convenience of people living near the lake as well as for the tourists staying in the houseboats.

After the famed floating gardens and floating post office, Dal Lake in Jammu and Kashmir’s Srinagar gets its first floating ATM. The cash dispensing machine has been installed for the convenience of people living near the lake as well as for the tourists staying in the houseboats. Many local business owners believe that it can become the new tourist attraction as it is the first such floating ATM in the Union Territory. "SBI opened an ATM on a houseboat at Dal Lake, Srinagar, for the convenience of locals & tourists. The floating ATM in the popular Dal Lake fulfils a long-standing need & will be an added attraction to the charm of Srinagar," the bank tweeted. Also read | Jammu & Kashmir: Health infrastructure upgraded in rural areas, World Bank helps Many houseboat owners were relieved to have the ATM nearby as they had to travel all the way to the main city, which is about 8.8 kilometres from Dal Lake, for withdrawing money. They also said that it would boost their business as the tourists can now stay at the houseboats without having to worry about travelling long distances to get cash. ''We are thankful to the State Bank of India. This is the first floating ATM in Jammu Kashmir. This will benefit the locals as well as the tourists coming to the valley. It could become a tourist attraction as it's a unique concept. The tourists who are living in different houseboats are also appreciating the step,'' Saqib Ibrahim, owner of a houseboat in Dal Lake, said. Several tourists also appreciated the bank’s gesture, saying that they can now stay at the houseboats without worrying about the cash crunch. A tourist from Kerala, Nabeel Ahmad, said, “'We have a floating ATM in Kerala. I think it's a very good move by the bank. Dal Lake has floating markets and now an ATM too. It will immensely contribute to boosting the business of locals. The guests who stay in these houseboats can now take a shikhara and withdraw the money. It's a wonderful experience.”

Jammu and Kashmir’s Dal Lake gets its first floating ATM

To boost horticulture production in the Kashmir valley, the government is bringing in new scientific techniques and methods to help farmers produce world-class fruits.

Horticulture is one of the main industries in the Union Territory and contributes around 8 per cent to the state’s GDP. Amongst them, Kashmiri apple production takes the biggest chunk of the sector.

Hence, in order to further boost the production and expand the market for Kashmiri apples across the globe, the government has been convincing farmers to set up high-density apple orchards.

Under the high-density farming technique, farmers use their land more efficiently, increasing yields without increasing the space devoted to planting. More importantly, high-density farming shows that farmers can make a living from farming without much, contrary to the common belief that successful farming is land-intensive.

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“Our economy is based on horticulture and our Kashmiri apples are renowned all over the world. So to compete with the other countries in apple cultivation, the government has come up with the idea of setting up high-density orchards. It accommodates more plants and helps produce high-quality grade A apples,” said Javaid Ahmad Bhat, Chief Horticulture Officer, Budgam.

In Kashmir, Budgam district has been the centre of this transformation. Here, hundreds of acres of land, which was earlier used by brick kiln owners, have been now converted into apple orchards, bringing economic benefits to the them without taking a toll on the environment.

“In Budgam, several acres of land was earlier used for the production of bricks. We approached the owners and convinced them to grow apples. We helped them by providing a subsidy of up to 50 per cent. The harvest was much more valuable than what they were getting earlier. We have now successfully converted thousands of acres of lands that earlier spaced brick kiln to orchards. '' Bhat said. &nbsp;
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Ghulam Ahmad Pal, a farmer and former brick kiln owner in Budgam, said ever since he shifted to apple cultivation under the new method, his earnings have doubled

“The credit goes to the horticulture department. The officials helped us a lot. Earlier, we used to get only Rs 5,000&nbsp;rent on a kanal (0.12 acre) of land for brick production. We had no apple orchards in the area. Then the officials approached us and apprised us about this new apple cultivation technique. Now, we are getting more than Rs 50,000 for growing apples on a kanal of land. They gave us the plant, provided the necessary infrastructure and gave a 50 per cent subsidy. They also helped us with pruning and cutting. I am happy that after retirement, I have taken to farming,” he said.

Pal’s success story has also inspired several other brick kiln owners who are now taking up apple cultivation.

To boost horticulture production in the Kashmir valley, the government is bringing in new scientific techniques and methods to help farmers produce world-class fruits.

To boost horticulture production in the Kashmir valley, the government is bringing in new scientific techniques and methods to help farmers produce world-class fruits. Horticulture is one of the main industries in the Union Territory and contributes around 8 per cent to the state’s GDP. Amongst them, Kashmiri apple production takes the biggest chunk of the sector. Hence, in order to further boost the production and expand the market for Kashmiri apples across the globe, the government has been convincing farmers to set up high-density apple orchards. Under the high-density farming technique, farmers use their land more efficiently, increasing yields without increasing the space devoted to planting. More importantly, high-density farming shows that farmers can make a living from farming without much, contrary to the common belief that successful farming is land-intensive. Also read | Kashmir’s famous saffron farming gets a boost with new initiatives by the Government of India “Our economy is based on horticulture and our Kashmiri apples are renowned all over the world. So to compete with the other countries in apple cultivation, the government has come up with the idea of setting up high-density orchards. It accommodates more plants and helps produce high-quality grade A apples,” said Javaid Ahmad Bhat, Chief Horticulture Officer, Budgam. In Kashmir, Budgam district has been the centre of this transformation. Here, hundreds of acres of land, which was earlier used by brick kiln owners, have been now converted into apple orchards, bringing economic benefits to the them without taking a toll on the environment. “In Budgam, several acres of land was earlier used for the production of bricks. We approached the owners and convinced them to grow apples. We helped them by providing a subsidy of up to 50 per cent. The harvest was much more valuable than what they were getting earlier. We have now successfully converted thousands of acres of lands that earlier spaced brick kiln to orchards. '' Bhat said. Ghulam Ahmad Pal, a farmer and former brick kiln owner in Budgam, said ever since he shifted to apple cultivation under the new method, his earnings have doubled “The credit goes to the horticulture department. The officials helped us a lot. Earlier, we used to get only Rs 5,000 rent on a kanal (0.12 acre) of land for brick production. We had no apple orchards in the area. Then the officials approached us and apprised us about this new apple cultivation technique. Now, we are getting more than Rs 50,000 for growing apples on a kanal of land. They gave us the plant, provided the necessary infrastructure and gave a 50 per cent subsidy. They also helped us with pruning and cutting. I am happy that after retirement, I have taken to farming,” he said. Pal’s success story has also inspired several other brick kiln owners who are now taking up apple cultivation.

In Kashmir’s Budgam, brick kiln owners taking up apple cultivation thanks to govt’s new initiative

The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus?page=1">coronavirus</a> pandemic has been tough for everyone, and especially school children who have been piled up with extra course work. A six-year-old girl has complained about this in a video that went viral.

Her video has made the education department of Kashmir rethink its policy of online classes.

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A student of Minto Circle School, located in Srinagar’s Tengpora area,&nbsp;Mahira Khan&nbsp;had made a video asking India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ease the burden of homework for students of her age, especially in the pandemic.

After the video, the education department has now decided on new guidelines for virtual classes in the union territory. As per these revised guidelines, pre-primary school children will have to attend only 30 minutes of online classes and primary students will have 90 minutes long classes.

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When asked about her video, Mahira says "Asalamalikum Modi Saab, I had huge load of homework and way too many classes and that’s why I made the video".

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The video had become viral on social networks and also reached the LG of Jammu Kashmir Manoj Sinha. He took note of it and said it was a "very adorable complaint. Have directed the school education department to come out with a policy within 48 hours to lighten burden of homework on school kids. Childhood innocence is gift of God and their days should be lively, full of joy and bliss," he&nbsp;said in a tweet.

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Parents across the valley are happy about the decision taken by the government to ease the pressure on children.

The coronavirus pandemic has been tough for everyone, and especially school children who have been piled up with extra course work. A six-year-old girl has complained about this in a video that went viral.

The coronavirus pandemic has been tough for everyone, and especially school children who have been piled up with extra course work. A six-year-old girl has complained about this in a video that went viral. Her video has made the education department of Kashmir rethink its policy of online classes. Modi saab ko is baat par zaroor gaur farmana chahiye😂 pic.twitter.com/uFjvFGUisI — Namrata Wakhloo (@NamrataWakhloo) May 29, 2021 × A student of Minto Circle School, located in Srinagar’s Tengpora area, Mahira Khan had made a video asking India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ease the burden of homework for students of her age, especially in the pandemic. After the video, the education department has now decided on new guidelines for virtual classes in the union territory. As per these revised guidelines, pre-primary school children will have to attend only 30 minutes of online classes and primary students will have 90 minutes long classes. WATCH | When asked about her video, Mahira says "Asalamalikum Modi Saab, I had huge load of homework and way too many classes and that’s why I made the video". Very adorable complaint. Have directed the school education department to come out with a policy within 48 hours to lighten burden of homework on school kids. Childhood innocence is gift of God and their days should be lively, full of joy and bliss. https://t.co/8H6rWEGlDa — Office of LG J&K (@OfficeOfLGJandK) May 31, 2021 × The video had become viral on social networks and also reached the LG of Jammu Kashmir Manoj Sinha. He took note of it and said it was a "very adorable complaint. Have directed the school education department to come out with a policy within 48 hours to lighten burden of homework on school kids. Childhood innocence is gift of God and their days should be lively, full of joy and bliss," he said in a tweet. Parents across the valley are happy about the decision taken by the government to ease the pressure on children.

India: 6-year-old girl's adorable video complaint pushes for changes in online classes in J&K

The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Sunday night restored high-speed mobile Internet services on a trial basis in Ganderbal and Udhampur districts -- one each in Kashmir and Jammu divisions -- over a year after the facility was suspended.

The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Sunday night restored high-speed mobile Internet services on a trial basis in Ganderbal and Udhampur districts -- one each in Kashmir and Jammu divisions -- over a year after the facility was suspended. The resumption of 4G Internet services on mobile devices came days after the Centre had informed the Supreme Court that a special committee looking into the matter was considering allowing the facility on a trial basis in two of the 20 districts of the Union Territory. "The high-speed mobile data services in the districts of Ganderbal (Kashmir) and Udhampur (Jammu division) shall be restored forthwith, on trial basis, while in rest of the districts, the internet speed shall continue to be restricted to 2G only," an order issued by the Jammu and Kashmir Home Department read. The order issued by Principal Secretary Shaleen Kabra said the directions would be effective from 9 pm Sunday and will remain in force till September 8, unless modified earlier. "Whereas, in context of the conclusions drawn and the parameters laid down by the special committee for considering calibrated easing of restrictions in limited and comparatively less sensitive geographical areas, the law enforcement agencies, while furnishing fresh inputs relating to the present security scenario in the UT of JK, have identified the districts of Ganderbal and Udhampur for lifting restrictions on high-speed mobile Internet connectivity on trial basis and these recommendations are found to be in conformity with the law laid down as also the conditions set by the special committee," it said. ]The Jammu and Kashmir administration had sought time to take instructions on the restoration of high-speed data services, saying a new Lt Governor has been appointed in the Union Territory. Manoj Sinha was appointed the L-G of Jammu and Kashmir after G C Murmu suddenly resigned from the post on August 5.

4G mobile Internet services restored in 2 districts in J&K on trial basis

Terrorists on Saturday shot dead a civilian in Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir, police said.

They shot and critically injured Azaad Ahmad Dar at his residence in Dadoora-Kangan area of Pulwama district around 9.40 pm,?a police official said.

He said 42-year-old Dar was rushed to a hospital but succumbed to injuries.

It was not immediately known why Dar was targeted by the militants.&nbsp;

Terrorists on Saturday shot dead a civilian in Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir, police said. They shot and critically injured Azaad Ahmad Dar at his residence in Dadoora-Kangan area of Pulwama district around 9.

Terrorists on Saturday shot dead a civilian in Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir, police said. They shot and critically injured Azaad Ahmad Dar at his residence in Dadoora-Kangan area of Pulwama district around 9.40 pm,?a police official said. He said 42-year-old Dar was rushed to a hospital but succumbed to injuries. It was not immediately known why Dar was targeted by the militants.

Civilian shot dead by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama: Police

Terrorists opened fire on a security forces deployment in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday, police said. The terrorists opened fire on security personnel in the COVID-19 containment deployment at Sangloo bridge in Shopian district this morning, a police official said.

Terrorists opened fire on a security forces deployment in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday, police said. The terrorists opened fire on security personnel in the COVID-19 containment deployment at Sangloo bridge in Shopian district this morning, a police official said. He said there was no report of any damage caused, adding that the militants escaped from the spot. In another incident, the security forces detected an improvised explosive device (IED) in a tin can at Youniso in Handwara area of Kupwara district. A bomb disposal squad has been rushed to the spot to defuse the explosive, the official added.

Terrorists open fire on security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian

Security forces bust terror funding module of Lashkar-e-Toiba in Jammu and Kashmir&nbsp;

Jammu and Kashmir police have busted a Lashkar-e-Toiba terror funding module and have arrested a man in the Jammu region of the union territory.&nbsp;

In a statement, J&amp;K police have said that the module was busted on specific information in a joint operation Special operation group and the Indian army.&nbsp;

"Initial information revealed that banned Terrorist Organization&nbsp;Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) had activated a module of its members for carrying out terror activities in J&amp;K particularly in the Jammu region and in furtherance to this, delivery of funds was to take place in Jammu," police said.&nbsp;

Based on the information, a resident of Doda district, Mubashir Bhat, who is a part of the same module was allegedly tasked by handlers in Pakistan to visit Jammu and collect a consignment of Hawala money for use by terrorists and supporters.&nbsp;

Security forces have recovered a bag containing 1.5 lakh Indian rupees concealed in a tiffin box, police said.

"Initial questioning revealed that the money was sent by Haroon; self-styled commander of LeT from Pakistan to be delivered to the terrorists through their over ground workers in Doda," the statement read.&nbsp;

J&amp;K police have now registered a case and have started further investigation.&nbsp;

Security forces bust terror funding module of Lashkar-e-Toiba in Jammu and Kashmir Jammu and Kashmir police have busted a Lashkar-e-Toiba terror funding module and have arrested a man in the Jammu region of the union territory.

Security forces bust terror funding module of Lashkar-e-Toiba in Jammu and Kashmir Jammu and Kashmir police have busted a Lashkar-e-Toiba terror funding module and have arrested a man in the Jammu region of the union territory. In a statement, J&K police have said that the module was busted on specific information in a joint operation Special operation group and the Indian army. "Initial information revealed that banned Terrorist Organization Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) had activated a module of its members for carrying out terror activities in J&K particularly in the Jammu region and in furtherance to this, delivery of funds was to take place in Jammu," police said. Based on the information, a resident of Doda district, Mubashir Bhat, who is a part of the same module was allegedly tasked by handlers in Pakistan to visit Jammu and collect a consignment of Hawala money for use by terrorists and supporters. Security forces have recovered a bag containing 1.5 lakh Indian rupees concealed in a tiffin box, police said. "Initial questioning revealed that the money was sent by Haroon; self-styled commander of LeT from Pakistan to be delivered to the terrorists through their over ground workers in Doda," the statement read. J&K police have now registered a case and have started further investigation.

Security forces bust terror funding module of Lashkar-e-Taiba in Jammu and Kashmir

One of the key tourism destinations in India, Jammu and Kashmir, has reopened for tourists but with all new SOPs and regulations by the authorities amid Coronavirus scare. The industry which has been marred by several issues for over a year now is pinning hopes to a brighter summer.&nbsp;

The development comes as authorities have ordered a fresh lockdown in the Srinagar city and areas which have been categorized as containment zones after growing cases. The partial reopening is happening in a phased manner and only tourists reaching valley by air would be allowed to enter Jammu and Kashmir.

Some of the SOPs laid by the government include the testing of tourists for COVID at the airport, pre-booking of hotels and taxis, and confirmed return air tickets outside the union territory. Persons above the age of 65 should avoid coming on a tourism holiday.&nbsp;

People associated with the sector have been facing a tough time. They believe that the decision would help in sending the right message but don't expect a big relief.&nbsp;

"The tourists should come, we welcome this decision. I think its the right decision but now, it's up to the tourists as there are protocols for them which they have to follow," says Mohd Hafiz Shalla, a tourism operator in Srinagar.

 
The authorities have also applied similar types of SOPs for the Amarnath pilgrims and have cut shot the duration this year amid a continuous spike in the number of positive cases in J&amp;K. The gardens and parks have also been thrown open but have faced criticism due to a fresh lockdown ordered by the authorities.&nbsp;

"We had pinned hoped on Amarnath pilgrims but they would come and head back without any benefit to the local tourism sector," says Ali Mohammad, a Shikara owner.&nbsp;

The economy of the erstwhile state has been badly hit post the abrogation of J&amp;K special status which witnessed many days of curfew and restrictions. The tourism sector of the valley had pinned their hopes to this summer but the spread of coronavirus has brought down curtains on their hopes.

One of the key tourism destinations in India, Jammu and Kashmir, has reopened for tourists but with all new SOPs and regulations by the authorities amid Coronavirus scare.

One of the key tourism destinations in India, Jammu and Kashmir, has reopened for tourists but with all new SOPs and regulations by the authorities amid Coronavirus scare. The industry which has been marred by several issues for over a year now is pinning hopes to a brighter summer. The development comes as authorities have ordered a fresh lockdown in the Srinagar city and areas which have been categorized as containment zones after growing cases. The partial reopening is happening in a phased manner and only tourists reaching valley by air would be allowed to enter Jammu and Kashmir. Some of the SOPs laid by the government include the testing of tourists for COVID at the airport, pre-booking of hotels and taxis, and confirmed return air tickets outside the union territory. Persons above the age of 65 should avoid coming on a tourism holiday. People associated with the sector have been facing a tough time. They believe that the decision would help in sending the right message but don't expect a big relief. "The tourists should come, we welcome this decision. I think its the right decision but now, it's up to the tourists as there are protocols for them which they have to follow," says Mohd Hafiz Shalla, a tourism operator in Srinagar. The authorities have also applied similar types of SOPs for the Amarnath pilgrims and have cut shot the duration this year amid a continuous spike in the number of positive cases in J&K. The gardens and parks have also been thrown open but have faced criticism due to a fresh lockdown ordered by the authorities. "We had pinned hoped on Amarnath pilgrims but they would come and head back without any benefit to the local tourism sector," says Ali Mohammad, a Shikara owner. The economy of the erstwhile state has been badly hit post the abrogation of J&K special status which witnessed many days of curfew and restrictions. The tourism sector of the valley had pinned their hopes to this summer but the spread of coronavirus has brought down curtains on their hopes.

Kashmir reopens for tourists with SOPs and guidelines

Pakistani troops violated the ceasefire by resorting to unprovoked firing towards Indian positions along the Line of Control (LoC) in Tangdhar sector of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, PTI report said quoting an Army official.

Pakistani troops violated the ceasefire by resorting to unprovoked firing towards Indian positions along the Line of Control (LoC) in Tangdhar sector of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, PTI report said quoting an Army official. There have been no reports of any casualties so far. "Pakistan initiated an unprovoked ceasefire violation (CFV) along the LoC in Tangdhar sector in Kupwara in the evening hours by firing mortars and other weapons," the official said. The Indian Army gave a befitting response to the Pakistani aggression, he said.

Pakistan violates ceasefire along LoC in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara

A CRPF personnel was injured in a low-intensity IED blast in Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, police said.

The blast took place at Gongoo area of Pulwama in South Kashmir this morning as security forces were passing through the area, a police official said.

He said a CRPF personnel suffered injuries in his hands due to the blast, but his condition is stated to be stable.

The security forces fired few shots in the air after the blast, the official said, adding further details were awaited.

A CRPF personnel was injured in a low-intensity IED blast in Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, police said. The blast took place at Gongoo area of Pulwama in South Kashmir this morning as security forces were passing through the area, a police official said.

A CRPF personnel was injured in a low-intensity IED blast in Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, police said. The blast took place at Gongoo area of Pulwama in South Kashmir this morning as security forces were passing through the area, a police official said. He said a CRPF personnel suffered injuries in his hands due to the blast, but his condition is stated to be stable. The security forces fired few shots in the air after the blast, the official said, adding further details were awaited.

CRPF personnel injured in IED blast in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama

One terrorist was killed in an ongoing encounter at South Kashmir`s Kulgam district on Saturday. "One terrorist has been killed, operations are going on," Inspector General Kashmir Vijay Kumar told.

One terrorist was killed in an ongoing encounter at South Kashmir`s Kulgam district on Saturday. "One terrorist has been killed, operations are going on," Inspector General Kashmir Vijay Kumar told. The encounter started after security forces got an input about the presence of terrorists in Arrah area of Kulgam. As the security forces cordoned off the area and zeroed in on the spot where the terrorists were hiding they came under a heavy volume of fire drawing retaliation of the security forces and triggering the encounter.

One terrorist killed in encounter in Jammu and Kashmir

With the break of the dawn, students start pouring into a field located in the old north Indian city of Srinagar, carrying their foldable chairs and mats to attend classes. Adhering to social distancing, they sit at a distance while listening to their teacher from 5 am in the morning till 8 am.&nbsp;

Owing to the slow internet speed and spread of coronavirus in Jammu and Kashmir, an engineer-turned-teacher has started free open-air coaching classes at a ground in Srinagar.&nbsp;

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The session duration is decided by the weather, if it's cloudy, the class goes on for long but if it's sunny and warm, the lecture stops soon, and if it's raining there is no class.

Due to the spread of coronavirus, 40-year-old Muneer Alam decided to hold his tuition classes free for students till the pandemic is over in open air.&nbsp;

"When you think about the future of your kids and society, you wouldn't be able to sleep &amp; will have to sacrifice your sleep. This gets me going &amp; I reach here when it's still dark," &nbsp;says Muneer Alam, a teacher, who would usually attend them in a proper classroom.&nbsp;

The move was also triggered after students were unable to attend their classes due to the 2G internet connectivity in the union territory. The students say they would often feel disappointed by the online lectures. The J&amp;K has been without high-speed mobile internet service since August last year when the Centre decided to scrap J&amp;K special status.&nbsp;

"In online classes, connectivity is a major problem &amp; we were unable to understand lectures. We are able to interact with our teacher well here which we couldn't in online classes," says Mahira Shabir, a 12th class student.&nbsp;

People in Jammu as well and Kashmir have been demanding 4G mobile internet connectivity for months now but the government claims the security situation is fluid and Pakistan can use the medium to derail the peace process in the valley which mainstream political parties reject.&nbsp; 
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With the break of the dawn, students start pouring into a field located in the old north Indian city of Srinagar, carrying their foldable chairs and mats to attend classes.

With the break of the dawn, students start pouring into a field located in the old north Indian city of Srinagar, carrying their foldable chairs and mats to attend classes. Adhering to social distancing, they sit at a distance while listening to their teacher from 5 am in the morning till 8 am. Owing to the slow internet speed and spread of coronavirus in Jammu and Kashmir, an engineer-turned-teacher has started free open-air coaching classes at a ground in Srinagar. Also read | Two terrorists killed in yet another encounter in Jammu and Kashmir The session duration is decided by the weather, if it's cloudy, the class goes on for long but if it's sunny and warm, the lecture stops soon, and if it's raining there is no class. Due to the spread of coronavirus, 40-year-old Muneer Alam decided to hold his tuition classes free for students till the pandemic is over in open air. "When you think about the future of your kids and society, you wouldn't be able to sleep & will have to sacrifice your sleep. This gets me going & I reach here when it's still dark," says Muneer Alam, a teacher, who would usually attend them in a proper classroom. The move was also triggered after students were unable to attend their classes due to the 2G internet connectivity in the union territory. The students say they would often feel disappointed by the online lectures. The J&K has been without high-speed mobile internet service since August last year when the Centre decided to scrap J&K special status. "In online classes, connectivity is a major problem & we were unable to understand lectures. We are able to interact with our teacher well here which we couldn't in online classes," says Mahira Shabir, a 12th class student. People in Jammu as well and Kashmir have been demanding 4G mobile internet connectivity for months now but the government claims the security situation is fluid and Pakistan can use the medium to derail the peace process in the valley which mainstream political parties reject.

No boundaries: Teacher starts open-air classes for students in Kashmir

The Jammu and Kashmir police have killed two terrorists in yet another encounter in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district today morning.

A joint operation was launched by J&amp;K police, Indian Army and CRPF, based on a specific input about the presence of terrorists at the Waghama area of Bijbehara.&nbsp;

Army said that the operation took place in a hide located in an orchard following which one INSAS rifle and a pistol were recovered from the slain terrorists.&nbsp;

Contrary to earlier reports that&nbsp;Zahid Das, an Islamic State of Jammu &amp; Kashmir terrorist, who was said to be one among the two terrorists killed,&nbsp;inspector general of police Kashmir range told WION that Dass managed to escape from the encounter site.&nbsp;

Dass alleged to have had a hand in the&nbsp;killing of a 5-year-old boy during an attack on security forces earlier.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, sources told WION that the slain militants belonged to Islamic State of Jammu and Kashmir outfit.&nbsp; 
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The Jammu and Kashmir police have killed two terrorists in yet another encounter in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district today morning. A joint operation was launched by J&K police, Indian Army and CRPF, based on a specific input about the presence of terrorists at the Waghama area of Bijbehara.

The Jammu and Kashmir police have killed two terrorists in yet another encounter in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district today morning. A joint operation was launched by J&K police, Indian Army and CRPF, based on a specific input about the presence of terrorists at the Waghama area of Bijbehara. Army said that the operation took place in a hide located in an orchard following which one INSAS rifle and a pistol were recovered from the slain terrorists. Contrary to earlier reports that Zahid Das, an Islamic State of Jammu & Kashmir terrorist, who was said to be one among the two terrorists killed, inspector general of police Kashmir range told WION that Dass managed to escape from the encounter site. Dass alleged to have had a hand in the killing of a 5-year-old boy during an attack on security forces earlier. Meanwhile, sources told WION that the slain militants belonged to Islamic State of Jammu and Kashmir outfit.

Two terrorists killed in yet another encounter in Jammu and Kashmir

Senior Hurriyat leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani on Monday resigned from All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC).

In a press statement, the senior hardline separatist leader said he was&nbsp;distancing himself completely from the All Party Hurriyat Conference. 
 
"He has written a detailed letter to Hurriyat members in which he said, given the present situation within the Hurriyat Conference, he is completely dissociating himself from the platform", the statement said. 
 
In his detailed letter to the members of the Hurriyat Conference, Geelani has said that henceforth he shall not be answerable in any manner about the future conduct of the constituent members of the platform. 
 
Hurriyat Conference was formed on March 9, 1993 as a united political platform of the separatist parties in Kashmir. 
 
Ten years after its formation, the Hurriyat Conference split into the moderate group headed by Mirwaiz Umer Farooq and the hardline group headed by Syed Ali Shah Geelani. 
 
Not keeping good health, Geelani has mostly remained under house arrest in his Srinagar uptown of Hyderpora area residence for the last four years. 
 
Before that also authorities used to detain him on and off under house arrest to maintain law and order in Kashmir.

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Senior Hurriyat leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani on Monday resigned from All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC). In a press statement, the senior hardline separatist leader said he was distancing himself completely from the All Party Hurriyat Conference.

Senior Hurriyat leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani on Monday resigned from All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC). In a press statement, the senior hardline separatist leader said he was distancing himself completely from the All Party Hurriyat Conference. "He has written a detailed letter to Hurriyat members in which he said, given the present situation within the Hurriyat Conference, he is completely dissociating himself from the platform", the statement said. In his detailed letter to the members of the Hurriyat Conference, Geelani has said that henceforth he shall not be answerable in any manner about the future conduct of the constituent members of the platform. Hurriyat Conference was formed on March 9, 1993 as a united political platform of the separatist parties in Kashmir. Ten years after its formation, the Hurriyat Conference split into the moderate group headed by Mirwaiz Umer Farooq and the hardline group headed by Syed Ali Shah Geelani. Not keeping good health, Geelani has mostly remained under house arrest in his Srinagar uptown of Hyderpora area residence for the last four years. Before that also authorities used to detain him on and off under house arrest to maintain law and order in Kashmir. (With inputs from agencies)

Syed Ali Shah Geelani resigns from All Party Hurriyat Conference

Three terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Srinagar on Sunday, police said. Based on specific intelligence inputs about the presence of militants in the Zoonimar area of the city, security forces launched a cordon-and-search operation this morning, a police official said.

Three terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Srinagar on Sunday, police said. Based on specific intelligence inputs about the presence of militants in the Zoonimar area of the city, security forces launched a cordon-and-search operation this morning, a police official said. He said as the forces were conducting searches in the area, militants fired upon them. The forces retaliated leading to a gunfight. Three militants have been killed in the encounter, the official said, adding that their identities were yet to be ascertained. The exchange of fire is going on. Authorities have suspended mobile Internet services in the city as a precautionary measure, the official said. Restrictions on the movement of people have also been imposed in most parts in downtown areas of the city, the official added.

Jammu & Kashmir: 3 terrorists killed in encounter with security forces in Srinagar

Three unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter at Turkwangam area of Shopian, according to news agency ANI. Search operation underway in the locality, the report added.

Three unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter at Turkwangam area of Shopian, according to news agency ANI. Search operation underway in the locality, the report added. #UPDATE Jammu and Kashmir: Three unidentified terrorists eliminated in the encounter that started at Turkwangam area of Shopian. Search operation underway. https://t.co/1aps5PSv3t — ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2020 × Earlier an encounter broke out between security officers and the terrorists at the Turkwangam area of Shopian on Tuesday morning, said Kashmir Zone Police earlier. Police and security forces were on the job, Kashmir Zone Police said.

Three unidentified terrorists killed in encounter in Shopian: Report

An Army personnel was killed and two others were injured when Pakistani troops opened fire and shelled areas along the Line of Control in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, news agency ANI stated quoting officials on Sunday.

This is the third fatality in the Pakistani firing and shelling on forward posts and villages in the twin districts of Poonch and Rajouri this month.

The officials said the latest firing and shelling from across the border took place in Shahpur-Kerni sector on Saturday night, drawing strong retaliation by the Indian Army.

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Three Indian Army personnel were injured in the Pakistani firing and were immediately evacuated to hospital, where one of them succumbed to injuries, the officials said.

They said the casualties suffered by the Pakistani Army in the retaliatory action were not known immediately.

On June 4, havaldar P Mathiazhagan fell to Pakistani firing in Sunderbani sector of Rajouri district, while on June 10, Naik Gurcharan Singh lost his life in a similar incident in Rajouri sector.&nbsp;

An Army personnel was killed and two others were injured when Pakistani troops opened fire and shelled areas along the Line of Control in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, news agency ANI stated quoting officials on Sunday.

An Army personnel was killed and two others were injured when Pakistani troops opened fire and shelled areas along the Line of Control in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, news agency ANI stated quoting officials on Sunday. This is the third fatality in the Pakistani firing and shelling on forward posts and villages in the twin districts of Poonch and Rajouri this month. The officials said the latest firing and shelling from across the border took place in Shahpur-Kerni sector on Saturday night, drawing strong retaliation by the Indian Army. An Indian Army jawan lost his life in unprovoked ceasefire violations by the Pakistan Army in Poonch sector. The jawan was injured in the firing and succumbed to his injuries: Army officials https://t.co/YmoZwrx2eg — ANI (@ANI) June 14, 2020 × Three Indian Army personnel were injured in the Pakistani firing and were immediately evacuated to hospital, where one of them succumbed to injuries, the officials said. They said the casualties suffered by the Pakistani Army in the retaliatory action were not known immediately. On June 4, havaldar P Mathiazhagan fell to Pakistani firing in Sunderbani sector of Rajouri district, while on June 10, Naik Gurcharan Singh lost his life in a similar incident in Rajouri sector.

Jammu and Kashmir: Soldier killed, two injured in Pakistani firing in Poonch

Two terrorists were killed in an encounter that took place between terrorists and security forces at Zadoora Nipora area in South Kashmir`s Kulgam district on Saturday morning, officials said.

Two terrorists were killed in an encounter that took place between terrorists and security forces at Zadoora Nipora area in South Kashmir`s Kulgam district on Saturday morning, officials said. The encounter occurred after police and army launched a joint operation in the area based on specific intelligence input. As the security forces zeroed in on the hideout, the hiding terrorists fired upon them which triggered the encounter. Security forces retaliated and eliminated both terrorists. "Two unidentified terrorists killed. Search is going on. Further details shall follow," police said in a brief statement. Security forces have stepped up anti-terror operations in Kashmir. At least 14 terrorists were killed in three encounters at Reban Pinjura and Sugoo villages of South Kashmir`s Shopian district in less than a week.

2 terrorists killed in encounter in South Kashmir's Kulgam

At least five terrorists were killed following an encounter that broke early morning in Reban village of Zainapora belt in south Kashmir's Shopian district. Inspector-General of Police Vijay Kumar (IPS) told that five terrorists were killed in the operation.

At least five terrorists were killed following an encounter that broke early morning in Reban village of Zainapora belt in south Kashmir's Shopian district. Inspector-General of Police Vijay Kumar (IPS) told that five terrorists were killed in the operation. However, he said, the identity of the slain militants was yet to be ascertained. As per the sources top commander is among the five slain terrorists. Sources said that the slain terrorists belong to Hizbul Mujahideen outfit. Earlier, sources said that a joint team of Police, Army’s Ist RR and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) launched a cordon and search operation on specific information about the presence of militants in the area. They said that as the joint team of forces approached towards the suspected spot, the hiding terrorists fired upon them which was retaliated triggering an encounter. Meanwhile, as precautionary measure internet services have been snapped in Shopian and Kulgam districts of southern Kashmir.

Five terrorists killed in encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian

Unknown terrorists shot dead a youth in Bomai village of Sopore in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district. IGP Kashmir said “terrorists fired upon 25-year-old Danish Manzoor.

Unknown terrorists shot dead a youth in Bomai village of Sopore in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district. IGP Kashmir said “terrorists fired upon 25-year-old Danish Manzoor. Family members of the victim rushed him to the hospital where doctors declared him brought dead. A police official said that unknown terrorists this evening fired upon one Danish Nazir Najar near Edipora Bomai in Zainageer, when he was on his way to his home injuring him critically. He was rushed to a nearby hospital where doctors declared him brought dead. A source said that Danish was a driver by profession. Meanwhile, police and army rushed to the spot and cordoned off the area to nab the attackers. A search is underway.

Jammu and Kashmir: Terrorists shoot dead civilian in Sopore

Three terrorists have been neutralised in an encounter that broke out between terrorists and security forces in Pulwama earlier today, Jammu and Kashmir police said.&nbsp;

Earlier a top police official confirmed the&nbsp;encounter and said a joint team of police, Army's 55 RR and 183 BN of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) launched a cordon-and-search-operation in the area.&nbsp;

As the joint team encircled the suspected spot, the hiding militants fired upon the searching party and the fire was retaliated, triggering an encounter.

Police recovered arms and ammunition from the area.

Meanwhile, internet service has been snapped in the Pulwama as&nbsp;a precautionary measure.

Three terrorists have been neutralised in an encounter that broke out between terrorists and security forces in Pulwama earlier today, Jammu and Kashmir police said.

Three terrorists have been neutralised in an encounter that broke out between terrorists and security forces in Pulwama earlier today, Jammu and Kashmir police said. Earlier a top police official confirmed the encounter and said a joint team of police, Army's 55 RR and 183 BN of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) launched a cordon-and-search-operation in the area. As the joint team encircled the suspected spot, the hiding militants fired upon the searching party and the fire was retaliated, triggering an encounter. Police recovered arms and ammunition from the area. Meanwhile, internet service has been snapped in the Pulwama as a precautionary measure.

Jammu and Kashmir: 3 terrorists neutralised in Pulwama encounter

At least three terrorists were killed while attempting to infiltrate in Naushera Sector of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.

''On May 28, six to seven terrorists while attempting to infiltrate in Naushera Sector of Jammu and Kashmir, close to the Line of Control, were detected by Indian troops who in a swift operation eliminated three while at least one was seriously injured, said Nagrota Corps officials.&nbsp;

The Operation which lasted for four days resulted in the recovery of a cache of weapons, including two &nbsp;AK 47 rifles, one M16 A2 rifle, one pistol, one UBGL as well as ammunition and grenades.

Pakistan markings on eatables and a few other items indicate complicity of Pakistan, said Nagrota Corps officials.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, a terrorist was killed in an exchange of fire in an ongoing encounter at Saimoh in Tral belt of South Kashmir's Pulwama district.&nbsp;

“One terrorist has been killed in an ongoing exchange of fire so far while as one to two more are believed to be trapped,” a top official said. &nbsp;

Kashmir police tweeted about the encounter.&nbsp;

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At least three terrorists were killed while attempting to infiltrate in Naushera Sector of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. ''On May 28, six to seven terrorists while attempting to infiltrate in Naushera Sector of Jammu and Kashmir, close to the Line of Control, were detected by Indian troops who in a swift operation eliminated three while at least one was seriously injured, said Nagrota Corps officials.

At least three terrorists were killed while attempting to infiltrate in Naushera Sector of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. ''On May 28, six to seven terrorists while attempting to infiltrate in Naushera Sector of Jammu and Kashmir, close to the Line of Control, were detected by Indian troops who in a swift operation eliminated three while at least one was seriously injured, said Nagrota Corps officials. The Operation which lasted for four days resulted in the recovery of a cache of weapons, including two AK 47 rifles, one M16 A2 rifle, one pistol, one UBGL as well as ammunition and grenades. Pakistan markings on eatables and a few other items indicate complicity of Pakistan, said Nagrota Corps officials. Meanwhile, a terrorist was killed in an exchange of fire in an ongoing encounter at Saimoh in Tral belt of South Kashmir's Pulwama district. “One terrorist has been killed in an ongoing exchange of fire so far while as one to two more are believed to be trapped,” a top official said. Kashmir police tweeted about the encounter. #Encounter has started at #Saimoh area of #Tral #Awantipora. Police and security forces are on the job. So far, 01 #terrorist killed. Operation going on. Further details shall follow. @JmuKmrPolice — Kashmir Zone Police (@KashmirPolice) June 2, 2020 ×

3 terrorists killed during infiltration bid close to LoC in Naushera sector

Two terrorists were killed in an encounter that&nbsp;broke out between security forces and terrorists at Khur village in Damhal Hanjipora area of Kulgam district in morning hours.

Kashmir&nbsp;Inspector-General of Police&nbsp;Vijay Kumar confirmed the death of two terrorists.&nbsp;

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A police official told that Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) was launched in the area by a joint team of forces including 34 RR, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Kulgam Police on specific inputs about the presence of militants in wee hours of Today.

He said soon after trapping the militants, they were asked to surrender, adding that they, however, opened fire, which was retaliated, thus triggering the&nbsp;encounter.

Two terrorists were killed in an encounter that broke out between security forces and terrorists at Khur village in Damhal Hanjipora area of Kulgam district in morning hours.

Two terrorists were killed in an encounter that broke out between security forces and terrorists at Khur village in Damhal Hanjipora area of Kulgam district in morning hours. Kashmir Inspector-General of Police Vijay Kumar confirmed the death of two terrorists. #UPDATE Two terrorists killed in Kulgam encounter: Inspector General of Police Kashmir Vijay Kumar https://t.co/FrkVa8tyBO — ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2020 × A police official told that Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) was launched in the area by a joint team of forces including 34 RR, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Kulgam Police on specific inputs about the presence of militants in wee hours of Today. He said soon after trapping the militants, they were asked to surrender, adding that they, however, opened fire, which was retaliated, thus triggering the encounter.

Jammu and Kashmir: Two terrorists killed in Kulgam encounter

A gunfight broke out between security forces and militants in Chanjmullah village of Handwara area in north Kashmir's Kupwara district.

Officials told that after several hours of siege in the area, contact with militants has been established and an exchange of fire is going on.

Meanwhile, police on its official Twitter handle also informed that a gunfight broke out in the village. "Encounter has started at #Chanjmullah area of Handwara. Police and security forces are on the job. Further details shall follow," police tweeted.&nbsp;

Earlier in an encounter in South Kashmir Pulwama security forces killed two terrorists after 14 hours firefight arms and ammunition also recovered. The identity of killed terrorists is being ascertained.&nbsp;

A gunfight broke out between security forces and militants in Chanjmullah village of Handwara area in north Kashmir's Kupwara district. Officials told that after several hours of siege in the area, contact with militants has been established and an exchange of fire is going on.

A gunfight broke out between security forces and militants in Chanjmullah village of Handwara area in north Kashmir's Kupwara district. Officials told that after several hours of siege in the area, contact with militants has been established and an exchange of fire is going on. Meanwhile, police on its official Twitter handle also informed that a gunfight broke out in the village. "Encounter has started at #Chanjmullah area of Handwara. Police and security forces are on the job. Further details shall follow," police tweeted. Earlier in an encounter in South Kashmir Pulwama security forces killed two terrorists after 14 hours firefight arms and ammunition also recovered. The identity of killed terrorists is being ascertained.

Fresh encounter breaks out in Handwara area of north Kashmir

At least three&nbsp;Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were martyred on Monday following a militant attack in Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.

The attackers opened fire on a CPRF naka party at Wangam-Qaziabad in Kralgund area of the district, they said.

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Three CRPF jawans were martyred&nbsp;on the spot while 7 injured in the terrorist attack, news agency ANI reported quoting CRPF officials.&nbsp;

The area has been cordoned off and additional forces rushed there to track down the assailants, the officials said.

At least three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were martyred on Monday following a militant attack in Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.

At least three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were martyred on Monday following a militant attack in Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. The attackers opened fire on a CPRF naka party at Wangam-Qaziabad in Kralgund area of the district, they said. 3 CRPF personnel have lost their lives, 7 injured in terrorist attack in Handwara(J&K), CRPF officials tell ANI https://t.co/tG0NbdOgTG — ANI (@ANI) May 4, 2020 × Three CRPF jawans were martyred on the spot while 7 injured in the terrorist attack, news agency ANI reported quoting CRPF officials. The area has been cordoned off and additional forces rushed there to track down the assailants, the officials said.

3 CRPF personnel martyred in terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir: Officials

By&nbsp;Syed Khalid Hussain Hussain

Three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were among four persons martyred&nbsp;in a brief shootout at Wangam area of Qaziabad Handwara in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district.

Terrorists attacked 92 bn CRPF (a coy) party at Wangam at around 5:32 pm. In the attack, two CRPF men were martyred&nbsp;on the spot while two others suffered injuries. Both the injured were shifted to hospital where one succumbed on the way, they said.

The paramilitary troopers retaliated and the exchange of fire continued for around 10 minutes, an official said.

After the firing stopped one more body was spotted near the shootout site. It is yet to be ascertained whether the body is that of a civilian or someone else, they said.

PRO CRPF Pankaj Singh told terrorists attacked the CRPF party at Wangam. “In the attack, three CRPF men were martyred, two of them on the spot and another on way to the hospital,” he said, adding one more CRPF personnel has been hospitalized.

Regarding the body found near the spot, PRO said that there is a question mark about him as no weapon was found from him.

Soon after the attack, additional reinforcement of army, SOG and CRPF rushed to the spot and launched a massive search operation to trace out the fleeing terrorists.&nbsp;

It’s the second attack on security forces in Handwara earlier in Chanjmullha village where two terrorists were killed and four Army personnel including a CO and a police SI were&nbsp;martyred.&nbsp;

By Syed Khalid Hussain Hussain Three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were among four persons martyred in a brief shootout at Wangam area of Qaziabad Handwara in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district.

By Syed Khalid Hussain Hussain Three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were among four persons martyred in a brief shootout at Wangam area of Qaziabad Handwara in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district. Terrorists attacked 92 bn CRPF (a coy) party at Wangam at around 5:32 pm. In the attack, two CRPF men were martyred on the spot while two others suffered injuries. Both the injured were shifted to hospital where one succumbed on the way, they said. The paramilitary troopers retaliated and the exchange of fire continued for around 10 minutes, an official said. After the firing stopped one more body was spotted near the shootout site. It is yet to be ascertained whether the body is that of a civilian or someone else, they said. PRO CRPF Pankaj Singh told terrorists attacked the CRPF party at Wangam. “In the attack, three CRPF men were martyred, two of them on the spot and another on way to the hospital,” he said, adding one more CRPF personnel has been hospitalized. Regarding the body found near the spot, PRO said that there is a question mark about him as no weapon was found from him. Soon after the attack, additional reinforcement of army, SOG and CRPF rushed to the spot and launched a massive search operation to trace out the fleeing terrorists. It’s the second attack on security forces in Handwara earlier in Chanjmullha village where two terrorists were killed and four Army personnel including a CO and a police SI were martyred.

3 CRPF men among 4 martyred in Handwara shootout, additional forces rushed to the area

Four militants were killed while an Army personal was injured in an ongoing encounter that raged between security forces and militants in Guddar area of South Kashmir’s Kulgam district.

Police said that four militants were killed and an Army personal has received minor injury in his leg during the gunfight.

"The operation was still going on in the area," they said.

Following specific inputs, a joint operation was carried out by Kulgam Police, 09 RR of Army and CRPF, a police spokesperson said, adding that the gunfight erupted after a joint team of forces moved towards the suspected place, the hiding militants fired upon the search party, which was retaliated and resulted in the gunfight.

Four militants were killed while an Army personal was injured in an ongoing encounter that raged between security forces and militants in Guddar area of South Kashmir’s Kulgam district.

Four militants were killed while an Army personal was injured in an ongoing encounter that raged between security forces and militants in Guddar area of South Kashmir’s Kulgam district. Police said that four militants were killed and an Army personal has received minor injury in his leg during the gunfight. "The operation was still going on in the area," they said. Following specific inputs, a joint operation was carried out by Kulgam Police, 09 RR of Army and CRPF, a police spokesperson said, adding that the gunfight erupted after a joint team of forces moved towards the suspected place, the hiding militants fired upon the search party, which was retaliated and resulted in the gunfight.

Jammu and Kashmir: 4 militants killed in encounter in Kulgam

After PM Modi’s speech, authorities have started sealing COVID-19 hotspots in Srinagar city by cementing iron roads to stop the movement of people. Authorities have started sealing all those areas where multiple cases of CoronaVirus were reported since morning.

After PM Modi’s speech, authorities have started sealing COVID-19 hotspots in Srinagar city by cementing iron roads to stop the movement of people. Authorities have started sealing all those areas where multiple cases of CoronaVirus were reported since morning. People falling under these areas will get essential commodities through administration and certain routes have been kept open where the deployment of security forces have been made. “Initially, when cases came out, it was notified as a hotspot. This is to stop the further spread of viruses. We have kept alternate route and access of them,” said Mubashir, an Executive Magistrate. Authorities say they have held meetings with the local administration before sealing these areas. “Plans have been framed for the supply of essential services and a community has been formed,” Mubashir said. Srinagar has reported 70 CoronaVirus positive cases so far with valley crossing the 200 mark yesterday. Four people have died due to the pandemic while 250 are still active positive. There are 12 hotspots and all of them have been sealed now as a containment measure under the government policy.

Authorities seal coronavirus hotspots in Srinagar 

In order to prevent the spread of coronaVirus in Kashmir, authorities have declared 20 villages as red zones in the valley.

The move is amid at curbing the movement of people as more cases emerge from these villages and areas.

The areas include five in Srinagar, three in Bandipora, seven in Pulwama, two each from Gandarbal and Shopian and Chadora village in Budgam district.&nbsp;

Authorities said that there would be no inward and outward movement of any person from the villages declared red zones and the people would stay at their homes to ensure complete lockdown.

Amid nationwide lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Jammu &amp; Kashmir recorded 55 positive cases, mostly in Kashmir division, triggering the response.

Two people succumbed to the virus in Kashmir with one person having attended Tablighi Jamat in India’s national capital.&nbsp;

In order to prevent the spread of coronaVirus in Kashmir, authorities have declared 20 villages as red zones in the valley. The move is amid at curbing the movement of people as more cases emerge from these villages and areas.

In order to prevent the spread of coronaVirus in Kashmir, authorities have declared 20 villages as red zones in the valley. The move is amid at curbing the movement of people as more cases emerge from these villages and areas. The areas include five in Srinagar, three in Bandipora, seven in Pulwama, two each from Gandarbal and Shopian and Chadora village in Budgam district. Authorities said that there would be no inward and outward movement of any person from the villages declared red zones and the people would stay at their homes to ensure complete lockdown. Amid nationwide lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Jammu & Kashmir recorded 55 positive cases, mostly in Kashmir division, triggering the response. Two people succumbed to the virus in Kashmir with one person having attended Tablighi Jamat in India’s national capital.

20 villages in Kashmir declared red zone to curb COVID-19 spread

By Syed Khalid Hussain Hussain Four militants were killed following a gunfight that broke out between militants and security forces in Watrigam village of South Kashmir's Anantnag district on Sunday early morning.

By Syed Khalid Hussain Hussain Four militants were killed following a gunfight that broke out between militants and security forces in Watrigam village of South Kashmir's Anantnag district on Sunday early morning. A joint team of 40 and 164 CRPF and Army's 19 RR and SOG (Jammu and Kashmir police) of Anantnag launched a cordon and search operation in Watergam village. As the joint team of forces tightened the cordon around the suspected spot, the hiding militants fired upon them, triggering an encounter. Police say four militants were killed during the exchange of firing. Identity of militants is yet to be ascertained. A search operation is going on, police said.

Gunfight rages in Jammu and Kashmir, 4 militants killed  