<p>A top Lashkar-e Toiba (LeT) commander is killed in the encounter at Handwara in north Kashmir's Kupwara district, an official said.</p>

<p>Earlier, a colonel and a major were among the five security personnel who were killed in action.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Four Indian Army personnel including the commanding officer, major of 21 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) unit along with two soldiers &amp; lone Jammu and Kashmir Police jawan lost their lives in an encounter in Handwara in Jammu and Kashmir," army officials said, reported news agency ANI.</p>

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<p>Two terrorists were also killed in the encounter that started on Friday, the officials added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Describing the incident, the officials said that a team of RR had entered the house of a civilian to prevent a hostage situation after they were attacked by militants who were already present. They also said that the civilians present inside the house were safely evacuated.</p>

<p>On Friday, a local cop said that the security officials launched a cordon and search operation in Chanjmulla area of Handwara following inputs about the presence of militants there.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a separate operation in another Kashmir district Pulwama, security forces killed two militants on Friday.&nbsp;</p>


A top Lashkar-e Toiba (LeT) commander is killed in the encounter at Handwara in north Kashmir's Kupwara district, an official said. Earlier, a colonel and a major were among the five security personnel who were killed in action.

A top Lashkar-e Toiba (LeT) commander is killed in the encounter at Handwara in north Kashmir's Kupwara district, an official said. Earlier, a colonel and a major were among the five security personnel who were killed in action. "Four Indian Army personnel including the commanding officer, major of 21 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) unit along with two soldiers & lone Jammu and Kashmir Police jawan lost their lives in an encounter in Handwara in Jammu and Kashmir," army officials said, reported news agency ANI. Also read | Two militants killed in Kashmir encounter; operation underway Two terrorists were also killed in the encounter that started on Friday, the officials added. Also read | Fresh encounter breaks out in Handwara area of north Kashmir Describing the incident, the officials said that a team of RR had entered the house of a civilian to prevent a hostage situation after they were attacked by militants who were already present. They also said that the civilians present inside the house were safely evacuated. On Friday, a local cop said that the security officials launched a cordon and search operation in Chanjmulla area of Handwara following inputs about the presence of militants there. In a separate operation in another Kashmir district Pulwama, security forces killed two militants on Friday.

Jammu and Kashmir: LeT commander killed in Kupwara encounter

<p>India has lodged a strong protest against the orders by Islamabad to "bring material change in Pakistan occupied territories" in Jammu and Kashmir. New Delhi also said Islamabad must "immediately vacate them", in the wake of an order by Pakistan's Supreme Court on Gilgit-Baltistan.</p>

<p>India delivered a demarche on Monday to a senior Pakistan diplomat conveying that "the entire Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, including the areas of Gilgit and Baltistan, are an integral part of India" by virtue of its fully legal and irrevocable accession.</p>

<p>Pakistan's government or its judiciary has no locus standi on territories illegally and forcibly occupied by it, New Delhi said.</p>

<p>"India completely rejects such actions and continued attempts to bring material changes in Pakistan occupied areas of the Indian territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Instead, Pakistan should immediately vacate all areas under its illegal occupation," the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said, in a note.</p>

<p>India was reacting to a Pakistan's Supreme Court order that allowed its government to hold elections in September in Gilgit-Baltistan. The order implied Gilgit-Baltistan came within its domain, and that Pakistan could set up a caretaker government during the interim period.</p>

<p>The MEA further said "such actions can neither hide the illegal occupation of parts of Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh by Pakistan nor the grave human rights violations, exploitation and denial of freedom to the people residing in Pakistan occupied territories for the past seven decades."</p>

<p>The Government of India’s position in the matter is also reflected in the resolution passed by the Parliament in 1994 by consensus.</p>


India has lodged a strong protest against the orders by Islamabad to "bring material change in Pakistan occupied territories" in Jammu and Kashmir. New Delhi also said Islamabad must "immediately vacate them", in the wake of an order by Pakistan's Supreme Court on Gilgit-Baltistan.

India has lodged a strong protest against the orders by Islamabad to "bring material change in Pakistan occupied territories" in Jammu and Kashmir. New Delhi also said Islamabad must "immediately vacate them", in the wake of an order by Pakistan's Supreme Court on Gilgit-Baltistan. India delivered a demarche on Monday to a senior Pakistan diplomat conveying that "the entire Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, including the areas of Gilgit and Baltistan, are an integral part of India" by virtue of its fully legal and irrevocable accession. Pakistan's government or its judiciary has no locus standi on territories illegally and forcibly occupied by it, New Delhi said. "India completely rejects such actions and continued attempts to bring material changes in Pakistan occupied areas of the Indian territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Instead, Pakistan should immediately vacate all areas under its illegal occupation," the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said, in a note. India was reacting to a Pakistan's Supreme Court order that allowed its government to hold elections in September in Gilgit-Baltistan. The order implied Gilgit-Baltistan came within its domain, and that Pakistan could set up a caretaker government during the interim period. The MEA further said "such actions can neither hide the illegal occupation of parts of Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh by Pakistan nor the grave human rights violations, exploitation and denial of freedom to the people residing in Pakistan occupied territories for the past seven decades." The Government of India’s position in the matter is also reflected in the resolution passed by the Parliament in 1994 by consensus.

India registers protest against bringing 'material changes' in Pak-occupied areas in J&K

<p>Two militants were killed in an ongoing encounter between militants and security forces is underway in Dangerpora area of south Kashmir's Pulwama district on Saturday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the wee hours this morning, a joint team of Police, 55 RR, and CRPF launched a cordon and search operation in the area after getting inputs about the presence of militants. As security forces closed in, militants opened fire leading to an encounter.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Sources have told WION that two to three militants are hiding in a residential house which is surrounded by the security forces.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The operation was underway will the last reports came in.</p>


Two militants were killed in an ongoing encounter between militants and security forces is underway in Dangerpora area of south Kashmir's Pulwama district on Saturday.

Two militants were killed in an ongoing encounter between militants and security forces is underway in Dangerpora area of south Kashmir's Pulwama district on Saturday. In the wee hours this morning, a joint team of Police, 55 RR, and CRPF launched a cordon and search operation in the area after getting inputs about the presence of militants. As security forces closed in, militants opened fire leading to an encounter. Also read | India lodges protest with Pakistan after civilian killed in ceasefire violation in J&K Sources have told WION that two to three militants are hiding in a residential house which is surrounded by the security forces. The operation was underway will the last reports came in.

Two militants killed in Kashmir encounter; operation underway

<p>An encounter broke out between security forces and terrorists in Melhora Area of Zainpora in South Kashmir's Shopian District.</p>

<p>A joint team of Police and army's 55 RR launched cordon and search operation in Melhora.</p>

<p>As the joint team of forces approached towards the suspected spot when&nbsp;the hiding terrorists fired upon them, triggering an encounter, according to the&nbsp;police.</p>

<p>The area is fully cordoned and a firefight is going on.</p>


An encounter broke out between security forces and terrorists in Melhora Area of Zainpora in South Kashmir's Shopian District. A joint team of Police and army's 55 RR launched cordon and search operation in Melhora.

An encounter broke out between security forces and terrorists in Melhora Area of Zainpora in South Kashmir's Shopian District. A joint team of Police and army's 55 RR launched cordon and search operation in Melhora. As the joint team of forces approached towards the suspected spot when the hiding terrorists fired upon them, triggering an encounter, according to the police. The area is fully cordoned and a firefight is going on.

Jammu and Kashmir: Encounter underway between security forces and terrorists 

The Tulip garden in Kashmir touted as the largest tulip garden in Asia has over 13 lakh tulips at full bloom this season, but there won't be any visitor to witness this beautiful scenery.

No visitors at Tulip Garden due to COVID-19

<p>Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Girish Chandra Murmu on Friday informed that 1900 people in the Union Territory who are associated with Delhi's Nizamuddin's Markaz, have been identified and they are being tested for COVID-19.</p>

<p>All the people who are linked to Tablighi Jamaat have been kept in isolation. The Tablighi Jamaat event has emerged as a hotspot for COVID-19 after hundreds of positive cases across the country were linked to the congregation, including deaths in Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Telangana.</p>

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<p>"1900 people have been identified here who were present in Nizamuddin`s Markaz. We traced them through their phone numbers and they cooperated with us. They are being tested and have been kept in isolation. The work is underway in a pro-active manner," Murmu told ANI.</p>

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<p>He informed that the Union Territory has 17,000 N95 masks, 13,000 Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) kits, and 200 ventilators to tackle with COVID-19.</p>

<p>The state will soon get 80,000 rapid testing kits which will be used for detection of COVID-19 among people in 'red zones'.</p>

<p>"We have 17,000 N95 masks,13,000 PPE kits, and 200 ventilators. We will soon have 80,000 rapid testing kits which will be used in red zones identified here, for early detection of COVID-19," he said.</p>

<p>The Lieutenant Governor further said that restriction will continue in the "34 red zones" in Jammu and Kashmir even after April 14 and there will be "selective restrictions, movement and social distancing" in these zones.</p>

<p>He said that planning for the same is underway.According to the Union Health Ministry`s latest bulletin, 158 people have tested positive for coronavirus, including 4 cured and discharged and 4 deaths.<br />
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Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Girish Chandra Murmu on Friday informed that 1900 people in the Union Territory who are associated with Delhi's Nizamuddin's Markaz, have been identified and they are being tested for COVID-19.

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Girish Chandra Murmu on Friday informed that 1900 people in the Union Territory who are associated with Delhi's Nizamuddin's Markaz, have been identified and they are being tested for COVID-19. All the people who are linked to Tablighi Jamaat have been kept in isolation. The Tablighi Jamaat event has emerged as a hotspot for COVID-19 after hundreds of positive cases across the country were linked to the congregation, including deaths in Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Telangana. Also read: Tablighi Jamaat returnees distributed sweets to passengers in UP, says report "1900 people have been identified here who were present in Nizamuddin`s Markaz. We traced them through their phone numbers and they cooperated with us. They are being tested and have been kept in isolation. The work is underway in a pro-active manner," Murmu told ANI. Also read: Coronavirus in India: Total COVID-19 cases at 6,412, death toll at 199 He informed that the Union Territory has 17,000 N95 masks, 13,000 Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) kits, and 200 ventilators to tackle with COVID-19. The state will soon get 80,000 rapid testing kits which will be used for detection of COVID-19 among people in 'red zones'. "We have 17,000 N95 masks,13,000 PPE kits, and 200 ventilators. We will soon have 80,000 rapid testing kits which will be used in red zones identified here, for early detection of COVID-19," he said. The Lieutenant Governor further said that restriction will continue in the "34 red zones" in Jammu and Kashmir even after April 14 and there will be "selective restrictions, movement and social distancing" in these zones. He said that planning for the same is underway.According to the Union Health Ministry`s latest bulletin, 158 people have tested positive for coronavirus, including 4 cured and discharged and 4 deaths.

Jammu and Kashmir identifies 1900 people linked to Tablighi Jamaat, being tested for COVID-19

<p>Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Mehbooba Mufti, who is presently detained under Public Safety Act, will be shifted to her official residence at Fairview Gupkar Road here on Tuesday.</p>

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<p>The order terms her official residence as a 'subsidiary jail'. However, she will continue to remain under detention.Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah, who was released from detention last month, had expressed hope that Mufti and others will be released from detention as well.</p>

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<p>National Conference (NC) leader and former union minister Farooq Abdullah was also released last month.</p>

<p>The Jammu and Kashmir administration had in February invoked PSA against Mufti and Omar Abdullah.Mufti and many other leaders of Kashmir including Farooq Abdullah were put in detention when the government decided to revoke Article 370 of the Indian Constitution that accorded special status to Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;<br />
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Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Mehbooba Mufti, who is presently detained under Public Safety Act, will be shifted to her official residence at Fairview Gupkar Road here on Tuesday.

Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Mehbooba Mufti, who is presently detained under Public Safety Act, will be shifted to her official residence at Fairview Gupkar Road here on Tuesday. Also read: Coronavirus: Rahul Gandhi takes a subtle jibe at HCQ export, Modi-Trump duo The order terms her official residence as a 'subsidiary jail'. However, she will continue to remain under detention.Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah, who was released from detention last month, had expressed hope that Mufti and others will be released from detention as well. Also read: Indian-American journo Brahm Kanchibotla dies of COVID-19 in New York National Conference (NC) leader and former union minister Farooq Abdullah was also released last month. The Jammu and Kashmir administration had in February invoked PSA against Mufti and Omar Abdullah.Mufti and many other leaders of Kashmir including Farooq Abdullah were put in detention when the government decided to revoke Article 370 of the Indian Constitution that accorded special status to Jammu and Kashmir.

Mehbooba Mufti to be shifted to her official residence today, to remain under detention

The first of its kind decontamination and sanitization tunnel was on Thursday installed in Chest Disease hospital in Srinagar, to combat the spread of Coronavirus in the valley.

COVID-19: Disinfection and Sanitation tunnels in J&K

The Jammu and Kashmir authorities on Tuesday (March 24) revoked the Public Safety Act slapped against the National Conference leader and former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and released him from house arrest. Booked under the stringent Public Safety Act (PSA), Omar Abdullah has been kept under detention ever since the Centre abrogated Article 370 that gave special status to the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir on August 5, 2019. He has been under detention for the past seven months at Srinagar's Hari Nivas.

Ex-J&K CM Omar Abdullah to be released after 7 months of detention

<p>The government has briefed the international community on the abrogation of Article 370 provisions in Jammu and Kashmir and the amended citizenship law, and these countries have shown an understanding of India's position, Rajya Sabha was informed on Thursday.<br />
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In a written reply to a question, Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharan said as a result of government's efforts, countries have shown a better understanding that matters related to Jammu &amp; Kashmir are internal to India and that Pakistan-sponsored cross-border terrorism has been posing a grave threat and affecting the lives of Indians.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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Some countries have also called on Pakistan not to allow its territories to be used for terrorism in any manner, he said.<br />
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"The government has proactively reached out and briefed the members of the international community on the facts relating to Jammu and Kashmir and also shared perspectives and objectives of the Citizenship Amendment Act 2019," Muraleedharan said.</p>

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Interlocutors also understand the Indian position that the Citizenship Amendment Act 2019 is an affirmative action meant to address the long-standing predicament of the vulnerable sections living in India, he said.<br />
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They also understand that it does not impact in any manner the status of any citizen of India or deprive any Indian of any faith of her or his citizenship, Muraleedharan said.<br />
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"These countries know that Indian democratic practices and institutions are equipped to deal with issues that may arise in the implementation of the decisions taken by the Indian Parliament," he said.</p>

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Muraleedhran also hit out at the spokesperson for the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights for his remarks in December on the CAA.<br />
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The United Nations' human rights body had voiced concern over India's new citizenship law, terming it "fundamentally discriminatory" in nature.<br />
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"Government immediately registered its protest with the office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights and clearly conveyed that the legislation is a humanitarian measure and is in line with India's international human rights obligations," Muraleedharan said.<br />
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He said the government completely and unequivocally rejected any efforts to internationalise the issues which are internal to India, in particular on laws passed by Parliament of a sovereign nation.<br />
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The government has also taken note of some statements made by China, Malaysia and Turkey on the issue of Jammu &amp; Kashmir, he said.<br />
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"It has been conveyed that India expects these countries to not comment on the internal affairs of India; respect India's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and develop a proper understanding of the issue," Muraleedharan said.</p>


The government has briefed the international community on the abrogation of Article 370 provisions in Jammu and Kashmir and the amended citizenship law, and these countries have shown an understanding of India's position, Rajya Sabha was informed on Thursday.

The government has briefed the international community on the abrogation of Article 370 provisions in Jammu and Kashmir and the amended citizenship law, and these countries have shown an understanding of India's position, Rajya Sabha was informed on Thursday. In a written reply to a question, Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharan said as a result of government's efforts, countries have shown a better understanding that matters related to Jammu & Kashmir are internal to India and that Pakistan-sponsored cross-border terrorism has been posing a grave threat and affecting the lives of Indians. Also read: CAA does not violate fundamental rights, Centre tells Supreme Court Some countries have also called on Pakistan not to allow its territories to be used for terrorism in any manner, he said. "The government has proactively reached out and briefed the members of the international community on the facts relating to Jammu and Kashmir and also shared perspectives and objectives of the Citizenship Amendment Act 2019," Muraleedharan said. Also read: Delhi Police detains couple linked to ISIS for instigating Anti-CAA protests Interlocutors also understand the Indian position that the Citizenship Amendment Act 2019 is an affirmative action meant to address the long-standing predicament of the vulnerable sections living in India, he said. They also understand that it does not impact in any manner the status of any citizen of India or deprive any Indian of any faith of her or his citizenship, Muraleedharan said. "These countries know that Indian democratic practices and institutions are equipped to deal with issues that may arise in the implementation of the decisions taken by the Indian Parliament," he said. Muraleedhran also hit out at the spokesperson for the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights for his remarks in December on the CAA. The United Nations' human rights body had voiced concern over India's new citizenship law, terming it "fundamentally discriminatory" in nature. "Government immediately registered its protest with the office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights and clearly conveyed that the legislation is a humanitarian measure and is in line with India's international human rights obligations," Muraleedharan said. He said the government completely and unequivocally rejected any efforts to internationalise the issues which are internal to India, in particular on laws passed by Parliament of a sovereign nation. The government has also taken note of some statements made by China, Malaysia and Turkey on the issue of Jammu & Kashmir, he said. "It has been conveyed that India expects these countries to not comment on the internal affairs of India; respect India's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and develop a proper understanding of the issue," Muraleedharan said.

Briefed international community on J&K, CAA; countries have shown understanding: Govt

As the count in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) reached four, with one new case reported in Kashmir. The state government has appealed to the foreigners not to visit the Union Territory and warned that all visitors, including those coming from Ladakh, would be quarantined.

WION Dispatch: Srinagar reports first case of Coronavirus

<div>Senior Congress leader and leader of opposition in Rajya Sabha, Ghulam Nabi Azad today reached Srinagar where he met Farooq Abdullah, the former J&amp;K chief minister at his residence, a day after his detention under public safety act was revoked.</div>

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<div>Before meeting Azad, Farooq drove to Hari Niwas Palace, a designated sub-jail, with his family where he met Omar Abdullah who is still under detention after PSA was slapped on him.</div>

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<p>Addressing media, after a two-hour-long meeting, Farooq thanked Azad for coming to see him. Azad while questioning the detention of Farooq for seven months expressed concern over the current democratic situation in India.</p>
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<div><strong>Also read:</strong><a href="http://13.235.153.162/india-news/national-conference-leader-farooq-abdullah-released-from-detention-286190"><strong> National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah released from detention</strong></a></div>

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<p>He said two former chief ministers of erstwhile state, Omar Abdullah &amp; Mehbooba Mufti should be released without any delay. "If we need to bring happiness to Kashmir, all political leaders should be released &amp; political process should start again," Azad said.</p>
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<div>On being asked if Congress will restore on Article 370 ––– which was nullified by BJP led NDA government in August last year ––– he said that, “it is important to restore democracy in Kashmir first.” He also batted for the immediate restoration of statehood. The Jammu and Kashmir was reduced and bifurcated from a state to two union territories in August with Ladakh as one and Jammu and Kashmir as another.</div>

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<div>Azad said that he informed the leader about the voice raised by the members of the lower and upper house against his detention. "I am happy to meet him. I have come here on behalf of all leaders who raised their voice," he told media.</div>

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<div><span>The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Friday revoked the Public Safety Act slapped on Farooq Abdullah, the former chief minister of the erstwhile state and an incumbent parliamentarian, seven months after he was detained.&nbsp;</span></div>


Senior Congress leader and leader of opposition in Rajya Sabha, Ghulam Nabi Azad today reached Srinagar where he met Farooq Abdullah, the former J&K chief minister at his residence, a day after his detention under public safety act was revoked.

Senior Congress leader and leader of opposition in Rajya Sabha, Ghulam Nabi Azad today reached Srinagar where he met Farooq Abdullah, the former J&K chief minister at his residence, a day after his detention under public safety act was revoked. Before meeting Azad, Farooq drove to Hari Niwas Palace, a designated sub-jail, with his family where he met Omar Abdullah who is still under detention after PSA was slapped on him. Also read: Farooq Abdullah meets son Omar Abdullah in jail a day after his release Addressing media, after a two-hour-long meeting, Farooq thanked Azad for coming to see him. Azad while questioning the detention of Farooq for seven months expressed concern over the current democratic situation in India. Also read: National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah released from detention He said two former chief ministers of erstwhile state, Omar Abdullah & Mehbooba Mufti should be released without any delay. "If we need to bring happiness to Kashmir, all political leaders should be released & political process should start again," Azad said. On being asked if Congress will restore on Article 370 ––– which was nullified by BJP led NDA government in August last year ––– he said that, “it is important to restore democracy in Kashmir first.” He also batted for the immediate restoration of statehood. The Jammu and Kashmir was reduced and bifurcated from a state to two union territories in August with Ladakh as one and Jammu and Kashmir as another. Azad said that he informed the leader about the voice raised by the members of the lower and upper house against his detention. "I am happy to meet him. I have come here on behalf of all leaders who raised their voice," he told media. The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Friday revoked the Public Safety Act slapped on Farooq Abdullah, the former chief minister of the erstwhile state and an incumbent parliamentarian, seven months after he was detained.

After meeting Farooq Abdullah, senior Congress leader pitches for restarting political process in J&K

<p>Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister and National Conference(NC) leader Farooq Abdullah was released from detention on Friday.</p>

<p>Abdullah was in detention since August 5, 2019.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/government-revokes-public-safety-act-on-farooq-abdullah-a-month-after-he-met-former-raw-chief-286139">Also Read: Govt revokes public safety act on Farooq Abdullah</a></p>

<p>"In exercise of powers conferred under Section 19(1) of the Jammu and Kashmir Public Safety Act, 1978, the government hereby revokes the detention order bearing No. DMS/PSA/120/2019 issued by District Magistrate, Srinagar," the government said, in a statement.</p>

<p>Abdullah was booked under the Public Safety Act(PSA) as the government moved to scrap Jammu and Kashmir's special status in August.</p>

<p>The National Conference&nbsp;leader was booked along with NC vice-president Omar Abdullah and Peoples Democratic Party president Mehbooba Mufti who remain in detention.</p>

<p>"I can't believe I`m free. I hope everybody else is released too. I will attend Parliament if allowed. And once I am there, I will raise the problems being faced by the people of Kashmir," Abdullah said after being released.</p>

<p>Abdullah's daughter Safia Abdullah Khan expressing hder joy, said: "My father is a free man again."&nbsp;</p>


Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister and National Conference(NC) leader Farooq Abdullah was released from detention on Friday. Abdullah was in detention since August 5, 2019.

Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister and National Conference(NC) leader Farooq Abdullah was released from detention on Friday. Abdullah was in detention since August 5, 2019. Also Read: Govt revokes public safety act on Farooq Abdullah "In exercise of powers conferred under Section 19(1) of the Jammu and Kashmir Public Safety Act, 1978, the government hereby revokes the detention order bearing No. DMS/PSA/120/2019 issued by District Magistrate, Srinagar," the government said, in a statement. Abdullah was booked under the Public Safety Act(PSA) as the government moved to scrap Jammu and Kashmir's special status in August. The National Conference leader was booked along with NC vice-president Omar Abdullah and Peoples Democratic Party president Mehbooba Mufti who remain in detention. "I can't believe I`m free. I hope everybody else is released too. I will attend Parliament if allowed. And once I am there, I will raise the problems being faced by the people of Kashmir," Abdullah said after being released. Abdullah's daughter Safia Abdullah Khan expressing hder joy, said: "My father is a free man again."

National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah released from detention

<p>The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Friday revoked former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister and National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah's detention under the Public Safety Act. Abdullah had been under detention since August 5, 2019.</p>

<p>"In exercise of powers conferred under Section 19(1) of the Jammu and Kashmir Public Safety Act, 1978, the government hereby revokes the detention order bearing No. DMS/PSA/120/2019 issued by District Magistrate, Srinagar," the government said, in a statement.</p>

<p>The Rajya Sabha MP was booked under the PSA, and was kept under house arrest in the wake of Centre's decision to scrap Jammu and Kashmir's special status. The J&amp;K's administration had in December extended his detention by another three months -- which was due to end this month.</p>

<p>Abdullah is the first of the three detained former chief ministers of the erstwhile state. NC vice president Omar Abdullah and Peoples Democratic Party president Mehbooba Mufti continue to remain in detention.</p>

<p>A close friend of Abdullah's, AS Dullat, also the former Research and Analysis Wing chief, met him at his Gupkar Road residence in February. Details of the meeting are, however, unknown.</p>


The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Friday revoked former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister and National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah's detention under the Public Safety Act.

The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Friday revoked former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister and National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah's detention under the Public Safety Act. Abdullah had been under detention since August 5, 2019. "In exercise of powers conferred under Section 19(1) of the Jammu and Kashmir Public Safety Act, 1978, the government hereby revokes the detention order bearing No. DMS/PSA/120/2019 issued by District Magistrate, Srinagar," the government said, in a statement. The Rajya Sabha MP was booked under the PSA, and was kept under house arrest in the wake of Centre's decision to scrap Jammu and Kashmir's special status. The J&K's administration had in December extended his detention by another three months -- which was due to end this month. Abdullah is the first of the three detained former chief ministers of the erstwhile state. NC vice president Omar Abdullah and Peoples Democratic Party president Mehbooba Mufti continue to remain in detention. A close friend of Abdullah's, AS Dullat, also the former Research and Analysis Wing chief, met him at his Gupkar Road residence in February. Details of the meeting are, however, unknown.

Government revokes public safety act on Farooq Abdullah, a month after he met former RAW chief

Three more people have tested positive for coronavirus in India, taking the total number of cases to 34, the government said on Saturday as Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a review meeting with officials to discuss the outbreak.

Coronavirus: Three more test positive in India; Patients have travel history to Iran & Oman

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Big blow to regional powers in J&K, Ex-PDP leader launches his party named 'Apni Party'

Former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Minister and J&K Finance Minister Altaf Bukhari on Sunday launched his own political party named 'Apni Party' in Jammu and Kashmir.

J&K's Ex-finance Minister Altaf Bukhari forms 'Apni Party' | J&K Political Party | PDP | Kashmir

<p>The former finance minister of Jammu and Kashmir Altaf Bukhari has launched his political party. In what is being seen as a beginning of political activity in the newly formed union territory.</p>

<p>Altaf, who was sacked from Jammu and Kashmir peoples democratic party for his anti-party activities have reportedly managed to bag dozens of political leaders from various political parties including congress and his former party.</p>

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<p>According to the party, their main aim would be to provide relief to people who have been facing uncertainty after the abrogation of J&amp;K special status on August 5.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The party has also demanded the release of political leaders who have been under detention.</p>

<p>Named "Jammu and Kashmir Apni party," it is being seen as a major challenge for the regional strongholds, the national conference and PDP.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The party launch comes at a time when three former chief ministers of the erstwhile state are under detention and no political activity has taken place for almost seven months.<br />
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Political analysts believe that this will be a big blow to several political parties including the PDP and congress. According to sources, eight former legislators of the PDP will be joining the newly formed party.</p>

<p>Those who are expected to join Bukhari's party include two former MLAs – Mohammad Dilawar mir and Ghulam Hassan mir. &nbsp;Dilawar, a close aide of PDP president Mehboob mufti, was a minister and Ghulam Hassan mir belongs to the democratic party nationalist who has a reputation for maintaining good relations with those in power at the centre. Both hail from Baramulla and have served as ministers in the Jammu and Kashmir.</p>


The former finance minister of Jammu and Kashmir Altaf Bukhari has launched his political party. In what is being seen as a beginning of political activity in the newly formed union territory.

The former finance minister of Jammu and Kashmir Altaf Bukhari has launched his political party. In what is being seen as a beginning of political activity in the newly formed union territory. Altaf, who was sacked from Jammu and Kashmir peoples democratic party for his anti-party activities have reportedly managed to bag dozens of political leaders from various political parties including congress and his former party. Former J&K Min Syed Altaf Bukhari at launch of Apni Party in Srinagar:This party is not floated by a family&there will be total restriction that anybody who becomes President of party cannot be elected more than 2 times. It is by the commoners,for the commoners, of the commoners. pic.twitter.com/GmaVMdohiN — ANI (@ANI) March 8, 2020 × According to the party, their main aim would be to provide relief to people who have been facing uncertainty after the abrogation of J&K special status on August 5. The party has also demanded the release of political leaders who have been under detention. Named "Jammu and Kashmir Apni party," it is being seen as a major challenge for the regional strongholds, the national conference and PDP. The party launch comes at a time when three former chief ministers of the erstwhile state are under detention and no political activity has taken place for almost seven months. Political analysts believe that this will be a big blow to several political parties including the PDP and congress. According to sources, eight former legislators of the PDP will be joining the newly formed party. Those who are expected to join Bukhari's party include two former MLAs – Mohammad Dilawar mir and Ghulam Hassan mir. Dilawar, a close aide of PDP president Mehboob mufti, was a minister and Ghulam Hassan mir belongs to the democratic party nationalist who has a reputation for maintaining good relations with those in power at the centre. Both hail from Baramulla and have served as ministers in the Jammu and Kashmir.

After the abrogation of Article 370, Jammu and Kashmir to get a new party

India's Foreign Minister Jaishankar calls UNHRC for criticism over the situation in Jammu and Kashmir, said that its director was wrong earlier too and one must look at the previous UN record to handle it.

Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar to UNHRC: No country in the world says everybody is welcome

The Jammu and Kashmir administration said on Saturday, while announcing an immediate suspension of all biometric attendance in the Union territory. The District Administration also announced the closure of all primary schools in Jammu and Samba districts till March 31

Jammu and Kashmir: Biometric attendance in J&K suspended till March 31

<p>The government is collaborating with the Iranian authorities to set up a screening process for the return of Indians stranded in Iran in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Sunday.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-close-to-88000-people-infected-more-than-3000-dead-globally-283606" hreflang="en">Coronavirus: Close to 88,000 people infected, more than 3,000 dead globally</a></p>

<p>Jaishankar's assurance came after appeals from several quarters, including Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor for the government's intervention over the issue of stranded Indians there.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-to-evacuate-citizens-from-iran-over-coronavirus-fears-283520">India to evacuate citizens from Iran over coronavirus fears</a></p>

<p>"Working on the issue of Indians in Iran anxious to return due to COVID19. Have seen many tweets in this regard. We are collaborating with the Iranian authorities to set up a screening process for the return of Indians," Jaishankar said in a tweet.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-death-toll-rises-as-switzerland-reports-first-coronavirus-case-282737">Iran death toll rises as Switzerland reports first coronavirus case</a></p>

<p>"Am asking our Ambassador Gaddam Dharmendra to keep all those concerned updated of the progress. Am also tracking this personally," Jaishankar said in the tweet, tagging the Kerala CM office, Office of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister E K Palaniswami, Tharoor, NCP leader Supriya Sule and MoS MEA V Muraleedharan.</p>

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<p>Earlier, Muraleedharan had said the government has received reports of Indians including fishermen stuck in Iran due to the coronavirus outbreak and the embassy in Tehran is in touch with local authorities on the issue.</p>

<p>Indian envoy to Iran Gaddam Dharmendra had on Saturday said the authorities are working to facilitate the return of Indians who wish to go back home and discussions were underway with authorities.</p>

<p>Several political leaders in Jammu and Kashmir have appealed to the Centre to evacuate the people of the Union Territory, including students, who were stranded in Iran.</p>

<p>Iran's health ministry on Sunday reported 11 new deaths from the novel coronavirus and 385 infections, bringing the overall number of lives lost to 54 and cases to 978.</p>

<p>Earlier, the Indian embassy in Tehran had issued an advisory for Indians residing there and assured them that they were closely monitoring the situation.</p>

<p>India had also issued a travel advisory on February 26 to avoid non-essential travel to Iran due to incidence of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) infections.</p>

<p>In addition, people coming from Iran or having such travel history since 10 February may be quarantined for 14 days on arrival to India, the advisory said.</p>

<p>The National Conference's Member of Parliament from Anantnag Hasnain Masoodi had also said he spoke to the Minister of External Affairs about the safe return of the stranded Kashmiri students in Iran following the outbreak of the deadly virus there.</p>

<p>Former Union minister and senior Congress leader Saif-ud-din Soz and former finance minister Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari had also appealed to the Centre to evacuate the people of Jammu and Kashmir, particularly the students and businessmen, stranded in Iran.</p>


The government is collaborating with the Iranian authorities to set up a screening process for the return of Indians stranded in Iran in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Sunday.

The government is collaborating with the Iranian authorities to set up a screening process for the return of Indians stranded in Iran in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Sunday. Also read: Coronavirus: Close to 88,000 people infected, more than 3,000 dead globally Jaishankar's assurance came after appeals from several quarters, including Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor for the government's intervention over the issue of stranded Indians there. Also read: India to evacuate citizens from Iran over coronavirus fears "Working on the issue of Indians in Iran anxious to return due to COVID19. Have seen many tweets in this regard. We are collaborating with the Iranian authorities to set up a screening process for the return of Indians," Jaishankar said in a tweet. Also read: Iran death toll rises as Switzerland reports first coronavirus case "Am asking our Ambassador Gaddam Dharmendra to keep all those concerned updated of the progress. Am also tracking this personally," Jaishankar said in the tweet, tagging the Kerala CM office, Office of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister E K Palaniswami, Tharoor, NCP leader Supriya Sule and MoS MEA V Muraleedharan. × Earlier, Muraleedharan had said the government has received reports of Indians including fishermen stuck in Iran due to the coronavirus outbreak and the embassy in Tehran is in touch with local authorities on the issue. Indian envoy to Iran Gaddam Dharmendra had on Saturday said the authorities are working to facilitate the return of Indians who wish to go back home and discussions were underway with authorities. Several political leaders in Jammu and Kashmir have appealed to the Centre to evacuate the people of the Union Territory, including students, who were stranded in Iran. Iran's health ministry on Sunday reported 11 new deaths from the novel coronavirus and 385 infections, bringing the overall number of lives lost to 54 and cases to 978. Earlier, the Indian embassy in Tehran had issued an advisory for Indians residing there and assured them that they were closely monitoring the situation. India had also issued a travel advisory on February 26 to avoid non-essential travel to Iran due to incidence of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) infections. In addition, people coming from Iran or having such travel history since 10 February may be quarantined for 14 days on arrival to India, the advisory said. The National Conference's Member of Parliament from Anantnag Hasnain Masoodi had also said he spoke to the Minister of External Affairs about the safe return of the stranded Kashmiri students in Iran following the outbreak of the deadly virus there. Former Union minister and senior Congress leader Saif-ud-din Soz and former finance minister Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari had also appealed to the Centre to evacuate the people of Jammu and Kashmir, particularly the students and businessmen, stranded in Iran.

Government working with Iran to bring home stranded Indians: Jaishankar

These cases were filed in the Supreme Court following the Narendra Modi government's move to abrogate Article 370 of the Indian Constitution and scrap the special status enjoyed by Jammu and Kashmir on August 5 last year.

Will Article 370 be heard by larger bench?

<p>A day after India and&nbsp;the United States issued a joint statement condemning<a href="https://www.wionews.com/latest-india-news/india-ahmedabad-us-committed-to-fight-terrorism-donald-trump-narendra-modi-282470"> Pakistan </a>sponsored terror, India slammed Pakistan at the United Nations Human Rights Council(UNHRC), calling Pakistan the global hub of terrorism.</p>

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<p>Jammu and Kashmir was, is and forever will remain an integral part of India, senior diplomat Vikas Swarup said at the UNHRC in Geneva.</p>

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<p>Speaking at the high-level segment at the 43rd session the Human Rights Council, senior diplomat and&nbsp;spokesperson for the ministry of external affairs, Vikas Swarup said Pakistan is the world's largest exporter of terror and&nbsp;violence.</p>

<p>Swarup added that most restrictions in Kashmir have been lifted and normalcy has been restored in Kashmir despite Pakistan's increased attempts to push terrorists into India ever since the abrogation of article 370 in August last year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A nation that has become the world's leading exporter of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/in-joint-statement-india-us-call-on-pakistan-to-bring-to-justice-pathankot-and-2611-attackers-282741">terror</a> seeks to lecture others on human rights, Swarup said referring to Pakistan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The transformative changes brought by a parliament last August were meant to strengthen the integration of the state including to give full Let's do representative government from the grassroots level upward," the Indian side stated, adding, "It was intended to ensure the extension of all progressive legislation for the entire country to cover this region and to resume the face of socio-economic development in the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"These measures are already showing positive results," the Indian diplomat added.</p>


A day after India and the United States issued a joint statement condemning Pakistan sponsored terror, India slammed Pakistan at the United Nations Human Rights Council(UNHRC), calling Pakistan the global hub of terrorism.

A day after India and the United States issued a joint statement condemning Pakistan sponsored terror, India slammed Pakistan at the United Nations Human Rights Council(UNHRC), calling Pakistan the global hub of terrorism. Also Read: In joint statement, India, US call on Pakistan to bring to justice Pathankot and 26/11 attackers Jammu and Kashmir was, is and forever will remain an integral part of India, senior diplomat Vikas Swarup said at the UNHRC in Geneva. Watch Video: Speaking at the high-level segment at the 43rd session the Human Rights Council, senior diplomat and spokesperson for the ministry of external affairs, Vikas Swarup said Pakistan is the world's largest exporter of terror and violence. Swarup added that most restrictions in Kashmir have been lifted and normalcy has been restored in Kashmir despite Pakistan's increased attempts to push terrorists into India ever since the abrogation of article 370 in August last year. A nation that has become the world's leading exporter of terror seeks to lecture others on human rights, Swarup said referring to Pakistan. "The transformative changes brought by a parliament last August were meant to strengthen the integration of the state including to give full Let's do representative government from the grassroots level upward," the Indian side stated, adding, "It was intended to ensure the extension of all progressive legislation for the entire country to cover this region and to resume the face of socio-economic development in the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir." "These measures are already showing positive results," the Indian diplomat added.

Pakistan global hub of terrorism, says India at UNHRC

<p>Internet and connectivity issues in Jammu and Kashmir will be eased further in the coming months, Kewal Kumar Sharma, advisor to the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir said here on Monday.</p>

<p>"The restrictions remain to make sure that these facilities are not misused for promoting disorder. In some months from now it should be possible to ease various restrictions related to the connectivity," he said during an interaction with investors.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/2g-mobile-internet-to-be-restored-in-kashmir-from-today-276457">2G mobile internet to be restored in Kashmir from today</a></strong></p>

<p>He was part of the Road Show by the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/2g-mobile-internet-to-be-restored-in-kashmir-from-today-276457">Jammu and Kashmir</a> government for its Global Investors Summit sometime in May this year.</p>

<p>Sharma also said after the Supreme Court directed to review the situation, the administration is holding meetings every week and every fortnight further relaxation in terms of access to the internet is given.</p>

<p>Speaking about the law and order situation, he said the overall situation in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/2g-mobile-internet-to-be-restored-in-kashmir-from-today-276457">Jammu and Kashmir</a> is much changed after August 5 when special status to the state was withdrawn with the abrogation of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/2g-mobile-internet-to-be-restored-in-kashmir-from-today-276457">Article 370</a> of the Constitution.</p>

<p>"Things are getting better and better," he added.&nbsp;</p>


Internet and connectivity issues in Jammu and Kashmir will be eased further in the coming months, Kewal Kumar Sharma, advisor to the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir said here on Monday.

Internet and connectivity issues in Jammu and Kashmir will be eased further in the coming months, Kewal Kumar Sharma, advisor to the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir said here on Monday. "The restrictions remain to make sure that these facilities are not misused for promoting disorder. In some months from now it should be possible to ease various restrictions related to the connectivity," he said during an interaction with investors. Also read: 2G mobile internet to be restored in Kashmir from today He was part of the Road Show by the Jammu and Kashmir government for its Global Investors Summit sometime in May this year. Sharma also said after the Supreme Court directed to review the situation, the administration is holding meetings every week and every fortnight further relaxation in terms of access to the internet is given. Speaking about the law and order situation, he said the overall situation in Jammu and Kashmir is much changed after August 5 when special status to the state was withdrawn with the abrogation of Article 370 of the Constitution. "Things are getting better and better," he added.

Internet, connectivity issues in Jammu and Kashmir will be eased further in coming months: Advisor to Lieutenant Governor

Twenty-five foreign envoys kicked-off their two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir on February 12 with a ride on shikara, a boat famous amongst tourists visiting Dal Lake. Some of the delegation members hail from countries like Germany, France, Canada, Afghanistan, Czech Republic, Poland, and Hungary.

WION Dispatch: Foreign envoys visit Jammu and Kashmir, 2nd day of visit

PM Modi, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Union Ministers Rajnath Singh, Smriti Irani and Hardeep Puri,West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal were among those who remembered those killed when a convoy of vehicles carrying security personnel was attacked on February 14 last year.

WION Dispatch: Nation Pays homage to Pulwama Martyrs

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday led the nation in paying tribute to the 40 CRPF personnel killed in a terror attack in Pulwama a year ago and said India will never forget their martyrdom.

Pulwama attack anniversary: PM Modi, leaders pay homage to brave CRPF personnel

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday tweeted out on the first anniversary of the ghastly Pulwama terror attack that took place on February 14 in Jammu and Kashmir last year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The prime minister paid tributes to those who lost their lives in the gruesome attack and called them "exceptional individuals".</p>

<p>"India will never forget their martyrdom," PM Modi posted.</p>

<p>"Tributes to the brave martyrs who lost their lives in the gruesome Pulwama attack last year. They were exceptional individuals who devoted their lives to serving and protecting our nation. India will never forget their martyrdom," he tweeted out.</p>

<p><strong>In pics: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/pulwama-attack-a-timeline-of-events-280672">Pulwama attack - &nbsp;A timeline of events</a></strong></p>

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<p>Last year on February 14, 40 Central Reserve Police Force personnel were killed when an explosives-laden jeep hit a convoy of vehicles carrying security personnel on the Jammu-Srinagar highway at Lethpora in Pulwama. The jeep was driven by Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist Adeel Ahmed Dar.</p>


Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday tweeted out on the first anniversary of the ghastly Pulwama terror attack that took place on February 14 in Jammu and Kashmir last year.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday tweeted out on the first anniversary of the ghastly Pulwama terror attack that took place on February 14 in Jammu and Kashmir last year. The prime minister paid tributes to those who lost their lives in the gruesome attack and called them "exceptional individuals". "India will never forget their martyrdom," PM Modi posted. "Tributes to the brave martyrs who lost their lives in the gruesome Pulwama attack last year. They were exceptional individuals who devoted their lives to serving and protecting our nation. India will never forget their martyrdom," he tweeted out. In pics: Pulwama attack - A timeline of events Tributes to the brave martyrs who lost their lives in the gruesome Pulwama attack last year. They were exceptional individuals who devoted their lives to serving and protecting our nation. India will never forget their martyrdom. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 14, 2020 × Last year on February 14, 40 Central Reserve Police Force personnel were killed when an explosives-laden jeep hit a convoy of vehicles carrying security personnel on the Jammu-Srinagar highway at Lethpora in Pulwama. The jeep was driven by Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist Adeel Ahmed Dar.

India will never forget their martyrdom: PM Modi tweets on one year of Pulwama attack

<p>The second batch of foreign envoys&nbsp;arrived in Srinagar on Wednesday morning for a two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir beginning today. The visit comes a month after a delegation of ambassadors visited the Union Territory in January.</p>

<p>The batch has 25 foreign envoys, including envoys from Germany, Canada, France, New Zealand, Mexico, Italy, Afghanistan, Austria, Uzbekistan, Poland, as well as envoys of the European Union (EU).</p>

<p>The visit is aimed at demonstrating measures undertaken by the government to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/government-to-take-foreign-envoys-to-kashmir-on-january-9-272780">restore normalcy</a> in the newly created Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Jammu and Kashmir: The second batch of foreign envoys arrive in Srinagar. The batch has 25 foreign envoys, including envoys from Germany, Canada, France, New Zealand, Mexico, Italy, Afghanistan, Austria, Uzbekistan, Poland, as well as envoys of the European Union (EU). <a href="https://t.co/pqc8tYShRH">pic.twitter.com/pqc8tYShRH</a></p>
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<p>The envoys will be apprised of the ground situation following the abrogation of Article 370 which granted <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/around-15-foreign-envoys-to-tour-jammu-and-kashmir-on-thursday-eu-envoys-next-273050">special status to Jammu and Kashmir</a> during their visit.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to reports, the foreign delegation is also likely to meet business representatives and others during its stay in Srinagar and Jammu.</p>

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<p>In Jammu, the envoys will meet Lt. Governor GC Murmu.</p>

<p>The envoys will be visiting Baramulla where they will be briefed by the Army.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The visit also comes days after former Jammu and Kashmir chief ministers - Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti -- have been detained under stringent Public Safety Act (PSA).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Security has been beefed up in Srinagar and the areas around the hotel where the delegation of foreign envoys will be staying.</p>


The second batch of foreign envoys arrived in Srinagar on Wednesday morning for a two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir beginning today. The visit comes a month after a delegation of ambassadors visited the Union Territory in January.

The second batch of foreign envoys arrived in Srinagar on Wednesday morning for a two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir beginning today. The visit comes a month after a delegation of ambassadors visited the Union Territory in January. The batch has 25 foreign envoys, including envoys from Germany, Canada, France, New Zealand, Mexico, Italy, Afghanistan, Austria, Uzbekistan, Poland, as well as envoys of the European Union (EU). The visit is aimed at demonstrating measures undertaken by the government to restore normalcy in the newly created Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory. Jammu and Kashmir: The second batch of foreign envoys arrive in Srinagar. The batch has 25 foreign envoys, including envoys from Germany, Canada, France, New Zealand, Mexico, Italy, Afghanistan, Austria, Uzbekistan, Poland, as well as envoys of the European Union (EU). pic.twitter.com/pqc8tYShRH — ANI (@ANI) February 12, 2020 × The envoys will be apprised of the ground situation following the abrogation of Article 370 which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir during their visit. According to reports, the foreign delegation is also likely to meet business representatives and others during its stay in Srinagar and Jammu. × In Jammu, the envoys will meet Lt. Governor GC Murmu. The envoys will be visiting Baramulla where they will be briefed by the Army. The visit also comes days after former Jammu and Kashmir chief ministers - Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti -- have been detained under stringent Public Safety Act (PSA). Security has been beefed up in Srinagar and the areas around the hotel where the delegation of foreign envoys will be staying.

Second batch of foreign envoys arrive in Srinagar for two-day Jammu and Kashmir visit

The second batch of foreign envoys will visit Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday. The visit comes a month after a delegation of ambassadors visited the Union Territory last month.

Group of 25 envoys to visit Jammu and Kashmir today

The second batch of foreign envoys arrive in Srinagar. The batch has 25 foreign envoys, including envoys from Germany, Canada, France, New Zealand, Mexico, Italy, Afghanistan, Austria, Uzbekistan, Poland, as well as envoys of the European Union (EU).

Second batch of 25 foreign envoys arrives in Srinagar

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