Heavy snowfall in Pulwama and Shopian region of the union territory has caused massive damage to apple orchards in the Kashmir valley. 
 
Imtiyaz Ahmad, a local farmer claimed that the snowfall has been heavier than usual for this season and is adversely affecting the apple produce. 
 
Speaking to ANI, Ahmad said, "The heavy snowfall damaged the apple trees and smashed their branches. The unexpected snowfall in the month of November has been heavier than the normal snowfall. The snow gets accumulated on the tree branches and they collapse. Around 70 per cent of the production of apples has been affected." 
"This snowfall affecting our product is causing huge loss to us," another apple farmer Abdul Gaffar said. 
 
Chief Horticulture Officer of Pulwama R K Kotwal, said, "We have constituted a team to assess the damage, we will submit a report to government as soon as possible to provide relief to farmers. Our teams have been deployed on the field."

Heavy snowfall in Pulwama and Shopian region of the union territory has caused massive damage to apple orchards in the Kashmir valley. Imtiyaz Ahmad, a local farmer claimed that the snowfall has been heavier than usual for this season and is adversely affecting the apple produce.

Heavy snowfall in Pulwama and Shopian region of the union territory has caused massive damage to apple orchards in the Kashmir valley. Imtiyaz Ahmad, a local farmer claimed that the snowfall has been heavier than usual for this season and is adversely affecting the apple produce. Speaking to ANI, Ahmad said, "The heavy snowfall damaged the apple trees and smashed their branches. The unexpected snowfall in the month of November has been heavier than the normal snowfall. The snow gets accumulated on the tree branches and they collapse. Around 70 per cent of the production of apples has been affected." "This snowfall affecting our product is causing huge loss to us," another apple farmer Abdul Gaffar said. Chief Horticulture Officer of Pulwama R K Kotwal, said, "We have constituted a team to assess the damage, we will submit a report to government as soon as possible to provide relief to farmers. Our teams have been deployed on the field."

Jammu & Kashmir: Apple harvest suffers due to snowfall in Shopian, Pulwama

At least five people were injured after Pakistan Army resorted to unprovoked mortar shelling yesterday in villages of Sadpura, Dhanni and Tad in Tangdhar sector.&nbsp;

The unprovoked shelling caused damage to two civilian houses as well.&nbsp;

The injured people have been administered medical aid in Sub-District Hospital SDH, Karnah.&nbsp;

Indian Army carried out punitive retaliation on the posts which fired the mortar bombs and silenced them by 08:45 hours.

At least five people were injured after Pakistan Army resorted to unprovoked mortar shelling yesterday in villages of Sadpura, Dhanni and Tad in Tangdhar sector.

At least five people were injured after Pakistan Army resorted to unprovoked mortar shelling yesterday in villages of Sadpura, Dhanni and Tad in Tangdhar sector. The unprovoked shelling caused damage to two civilian houses as well. The injured people have been administered medical aid in Sub-District Hospital SDH, Karnah. Indian Army carried out punitive retaliation on the posts which fired the mortar bombs and silenced them by 08:45 hours.

J&K: Pakistan Army resorts to unprovoked mortar shelling, 5 injured

A Pakistani terrorist who belonged to the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terror outfit was killed in an encounter with security forces in Gund area here on Tuesday, police said.

"The encounter is almost over, however, a search is underway in the area. One terrorist was neutralised and the materials that were recovered from him suggest that he was a Pakistani terrorist who belonged to LeT," said IGP Kashmir, SP Pani.

This comes after two terrorists, linked to the LeT, were neutralised in an encounter with security forces in Bandipora on Monday.

Arms and ammunition were recovered from their possession.&nbsp; 
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A Pakistani terrorist who belonged to the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terror outfit was killed in an encounter with security forces in Gund area here on Tuesday, police said.

A Pakistani terrorist who belonged to the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terror outfit was killed in an encounter with security forces in Gund area here on Tuesday, police said. "The encounter is almost over, however, a search is underway in the area. One terrorist was neutralised and the materials that were recovered from him suggest that he was a Pakistani terrorist who belonged to LeT," said IGP Kashmir, SP Pani. This comes after two terrorists, linked to the LeT, were neutralised in an encounter with security forces in Bandipora on Monday. Arms and ammunition were recovered from their possession.

Jammu and Kashmir: LeT terrorist killed in encounter with security forces in Ganderbal

At least 16 people, including three children, were killed after a commercial vehicle carrying them skidded off the Batote-Kishtwar national highway here on Tuesday.

Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Doda said, "Sixteen people have been killed and one injured in a road accident near Doda town this afternoon. The deceased include four women and three children."

The accident occurred when a vehicle carrying more than a dozen passengers skidded off the road and fell down Batote -Kishtwar national highway," the SSP added.&nbsp; 
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At least 16 people, including three children, were killed after a commercial vehicle carrying them skidded off the Batote-Kishtwar national highway here on Tuesday.

At least 16 people, including three children, were killed after a commercial vehicle carrying them skidded off the Batote-Kishtwar national highway here on Tuesday. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Doda said, "Sixteen people have been killed and one injured in a road accident near Doda town this afternoon. The deceased include four women and three children." The accident occurred when a vehicle carrying more than a dozen passengers skidded off the road and fell down Batote -Kishtwar national highway," the SSP added.

Jammu and Kashmir: 16 dead as vehicle skids off highway in Doda

One terrorist has been killed in an ongoing encounter between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Bandipora district.

"One terrorist neutralised in the ongoing operation in Bandipora. Operation in progress," said Chinar Corps, Indian Army.

A few weeks ago, three terrorists were neutralised by security forces in an encounter in Awantipora, including commander of Al Qaeda linked Ansar Ghazwat-ul Hind and Zakir Musa's successor, Abdul Hameed Lelhari.

Lelhari was named as the new commander of Ghazwat-ul-Hind in June this year after Zakir Musa was gunned down by security forces.

"Three killed terrorists identified as Naveed Tak, Hamid Lone alias Hamid Lelhari and Junaid Bhat involved in several terror crimes. Arms and ammunition recovered. Case registered," Jammu and Kashmir police had said.&nbsp;

 
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One terrorist has been killed in an ongoing encounter between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Bandipora district. "One terrorist neutralised in the ongoing operation in Bandipora.

One terrorist has been killed in an ongoing encounter between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Bandipora district. "One terrorist neutralised in the ongoing operation in Bandipora. Operation in progress," said Chinar Corps, Indian Army. A few weeks ago, three terrorists were neutralised by security forces in an encounter in Awantipora, including commander of Al Qaeda linked Ansar Ghazwat-ul Hind and Zakir Musa's successor, Abdul Hameed Lelhari. Lelhari was named as the new commander of Ghazwat-ul-Hind in June this year after Zakir Musa was gunned down by security forces. "Three killed terrorists identified as Naveed Tak, Hamid Lone alias Hamid Lelhari and Junaid Bhat involved in several terror crimes. Arms and ammunition recovered. Case registered," Jammu and Kashmir police had said.

Jammu and Kashmir: Terrorist killed in Bandipora encounter

Schools, colleges and other educational institutes will remain closed in Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Karnataka and Delhi as the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ayodhya-land-dispute-supreme-court-to-deliver-title-suit-verdict-at-1030-am-tomorrow-260896">Supreme Court delivers its verdict in the decades-old Ayodhya dispute</a> on Saturday.

As a precautionary measure, the government has closed all schools, colleges, educational institutions from Saturday to Monday in Uttar Pradesh. Schools and colleges in Karnataka, Jammu, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh are also shut today.

Even in Delhi all government schools and many private schools are closed, as it is a second Saturday and the government has advised all private schools to also remain closed today.

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/a-timeline-of-ramjanbhommi-babri-masjid-land-dispute-260912">A timeline of Ramjanbhommi-Babri Masjid land dispute</a>

Section 144 of CrPC, which prohibits gathering of more than four people, has been clamped in entire Goa, Uttar Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir.

The prohibitory orders will be in effect in Madhya Pradesh capital Bhopal and Bengaluru. "Section 144 CrPC has been imposed in Bengaluru from 7 am-12 midnight," Police Commissioner Bhaskar Rao said.

As a precautionary measure, Jammu and Kashmir administration has also postponed examinations and declared Saturday as dry day that means no sale of liquor will take place.

The newly-made Union Territory has also banned the bursting of firecrackers.

In Hyderabad Anjani Kumar, Commissioner of Police, Hyderabad City said special deployment has been done in the sensitive areas in the city.

"We have taken all necessary measures to keep the situation under control in Hyderabad and to maintain peace and law and order. Special deployment has been done in the sensitive areas in the city," Kumar said.

Security has been beefed up across the country keeping in view of any untoward incident after the Supreme Court delivers its historic judgement in the politically-sensitive Ramjanmbhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute case. 
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Schools, colleges and other educational institutes will remain closed in Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Karnataka and Delhi as the Supreme Court delivers its verdict in the decades-old Ayodhya dispute on Saturday.

Schools, colleges and other educational institutes will remain closed in Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Karnataka and Delhi as the Supreme Court delivers its verdict in the decades-old Ayodhya dispute on Saturday. As a precautionary measure, the government has closed all schools, colleges, educational institutions from Saturday to Monday in Uttar Pradesh. Schools and colleges in Karnataka, Jammu, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh are also shut today. Even in Delhi all government schools and many private schools are closed, as it is a second Saturday and the government has advised all private schools to also remain closed today. Also read: A timeline of Ramjanbhommi-Babri Masjid land dispute Section 144 of CrPC, which prohibits gathering of more than four people, has been clamped in entire Goa, Uttar Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir. The prohibitory orders will be in effect in Madhya Pradesh capital Bhopal and Bengaluru. "Section 144 CrPC has been imposed in Bengaluru from 7 am-12 midnight," Police Commissioner Bhaskar Rao said. As a precautionary measure, Jammu and Kashmir administration has also postponed examinations and declared Saturday as dry day that means no sale of liquor will take place. The newly-made Union Territory has also banned the bursting of firecrackers. In Hyderabad Anjani Kumar, Commissioner of Police, Hyderabad City said special deployment has been done in the sensitive areas in the city. "We have taken all necessary measures to keep the situation under control in Hyderabad and to maintain peace and law and order. Special deployment has been done in the sensitive areas in the city," Kumar said. Security has been beefed up across the country keeping in view of any untoward incident after the Supreme Court delivers its historic judgement in the politically-sensitive Ramjanmbhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute case.

Ayodhya verdict: School, colleges shut in UP, MP, Karnataka, J&K, Delhi; Section 144 imposed

A US State Department report has described the Communist Party of India (Maoist) as the world’s sixth deadliest terror organisation while ranking India as the fourth-worst terrorism-hit country, where 57% terrorist incidents last year were reported from Jammu and Kashmir (J&amp;K).

In its Country Report on Terrorism 2018 released on Friday, the State Department has blamed Communist Party of India (Maoist) for the killing of 311 people last year in 177 terror incidents even as the Union home ministry data shows there were 240 deaths in 833 violent incidents involving the group in 2018. 
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It has ranked the Communist Party of India (Maoist) as the deadliest terror organisation globally after the Taliban (Afghanistan), IS or the so-called Islamic State, Al-Shabaab (Africa), Boko Haram (Africa) and the Communist Party of the Philippines. 
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The report has ranked India as the fourth most terror-hit country globally after Afghanistan, Syria and Iraq. It noted that “weaknesses in intelligence and information sharing negatively impacted state and central law enforcement agencies” in countering terror in India. 
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The report noted that the rapid response capabilities of India’s counter-terrorism unit National Security Guard (NSG) is limited due to its smaller size. 
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“Despite its rigorous training, NSG’s rapid response capability is somewhat limited, due in part to its small staff relative to India’s large size and the NSG’s limited independent logistics capacity,” said the report.

A US State Department report has described the Communist Party of India (Maoist) as the world’s sixth deadliest terror organisation while ranking India as the fourth-worst terrorism-hit country, where 57% terrorist incidents last year were reported from Jammu and Kashmir (J&K).

A US State Department report has described the Communist Party of India (Maoist) as the world’s sixth deadliest terror organisation while ranking India as the fourth-worst terrorism-hit country, where 57% terrorist incidents last year were reported from Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). In its Country Report on Terrorism 2018 released on Friday, the State Department has blamed Communist Party of India (Maoist) for the killing of 311 people last year in 177 terror incidents even as the Union home ministry data shows there were 240 deaths in 833 violent incidents involving the group in 2018. It has ranked the Communist Party of India (Maoist) as the deadliest terror organisation globally after the Taliban (Afghanistan), IS or the so-called Islamic State, Al-Shabaab (Africa), Boko Haram (Africa) and the Communist Party of the Philippines. The report has ranked India as the fourth most terror-hit country globally after Afghanistan, Syria and Iraq. It noted that “weaknesses in intelligence and information sharing negatively impacted state and central law enforcement agencies” in countering terror in India. The report noted that the rapid response capabilities of India’s counter-terrorism unit National Security Guard (NSG) is limited due to its smaller size. “Despite its rigorous training, NSG’s rapid response capability is somewhat limited, due in part to its small staff relative to India’s large size and the NSG’s limited independent logistics capacity,” said the report.

Communist Party of India (Maoist) sixth most dangerous terrorist organisation in the world: US report

A civilian has died while 19 others including three security forces personnel have sustained injuries in a grenade attack at a busy market in the heart of Srinagar. Suspected terrorists hurled a grenade when people were busy buying commodities and essentials in the market where street vendors had put up carts.

Sources told WION that around 1:20 pm&nbsp;a grenade was hurled at the Gani Khan market in which 20 civilians suffered injuries, among them&nbsp;one person succumbed to his injuries&nbsp;while two are still critical.

Eyewitnesses told WION that soon after the attack, there was chaos as people started to run.&nbsp;

"Rinku Singh, a resident of Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh succumbed at the hospital while two civilians identified as Ajaz and Fayaz Ahmad are battling for their life," a police officer told WION.&nbsp;

All the injured were rushed to the hospital for treatment where one civilian who is yet to be identified died. Soon after the attack, security forces launched a cordon and search operation in the area to look for the attackers.&nbsp;

On October 12, terrorists had lobbed a grenade, just meters away from the spot, injuring five&nbsp;civilians. Last month, terrorists also hurled two grenades at a bus stand in north Kashmir’s Sopore in which more than a dozen civilians sustained injuries.

A civilian has died while 19 others including three security forces personnel have sustained injuries in a grenade attack at a busy market in the heart of Srinagar.

A civilian has died while 19 others including three security forces personnel have sustained injuries in a grenade attack at a busy market in the heart of Srinagar. Suspected terrorists hurled a grenade when people were busy buying commodities and essentials in the market where street vendors had put up carts. Sources told WION that around 1:20 pm a grenade was hurled at the Gani Khan market in which 20 civilians suffered injuries, among them one person succumbed to his injuries while two are still critical. Eyewitnesses told WION that soon after the attack, there was chaos as people started to run. "Rinku Singh, a resident of Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh succumbed at the hospital while two civilians identified as Ajaz and Fayaz Ahmad are battling for their life," a police officer told WION. All the injured were rushed to the hospital for treatment where one civilian who is yet to be identified died. Soon after the attack, security forces launched a cordon and search operation in the area to look for the attackers. On October 12, terrorists had lobbed a grenade, just meters away from the spot, injuring five civilians. Last month, terrorists also hurled two grenades at a bus stand in north Kashmir’s Sopore in which more than a dozen civilians sustained injuries.

J&K: One dead, 19 injured in grenade attack

As part of government schemes, large numbers of safety bunkers are being constructed in different border areas which are in close proximity to the Line of Control (LoC).

An official said that the construction of around 1200 such bunkers have been completed while another 1000 structures are at various stages of construction.

"Around 1200 workers have been completed. Around 1000 bunkers are at other stages of construction. A total of 3131 bunkers are being constructed in the region," DDC Rajouri Mohammed Aijaz Asad said.

The people of the region thanked the administration and expressed their gratitude to the government for the construction of workers saying it will ensure their safety during the firing by Pakistan.

Many border areas witness ceasefire violation from the Pakistani side, disturbing the day to day activities of citizens and endangering their lives.

As part of government schemes, large numbers of safety bunkers are being constructed in different border areas which are in close proximity to the Line of Control (LoC).

As part of government schemes, large numbers of safety bunkers are being constructed in different border areas which are in close proximity to the Line of Control (LoC). An official said that the construction of around 1200 such bunkers have been completed while another 1000 structures are at various stages of construction. "Around 1200 workers have been completed. Around 1000 bunkers are at other stages of construction. A total of 3131 bunkers are being constructed in the region," DDC Rajouri Mohammed Aijaz Asad said. The people of the region thanked the administration and expressed their gratitude to the government for the construction of workers saying it will ensure their safety during the firing by Pakistan. Many border areas witness ceasefire violation from the Pakistani side, disturbing the day to day activities of citizens and endangering their lives.

Jammu and Kashmir: Thousands of bunkers being constructed for safety of citizens in villages near Line of Control

In a solemn and poignant ceremony today at the Public Relations Office, Badami Bagh (BB) Cantonment in Srinagar, all ranks of the Public Relations Office paid rich tributes to Late Major P Purushottam and five brave soldiers - Sub Brahm Dass, Hav PK Maharana, Sep Choudhary Ramji Bhai, Sep Md Razaul Haque and Sep C Radhakrishnan, who attained martyrdom in a ‘fidayeen’ attack on this day in 1999. 
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​Late Major P Purushottam, who was posted as Public Relations Officer (Defence) along with five of his comrades, bravely fought terrorists who had launched a ‘fidayeen’ attack on his office on the evening of November 3, 1999. Having been engaged in a hand to hand fight with the terrorists, he and his colleagues made the supreme sacrifice of their lives while trying to save media persons.

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​A Bharat Bhushan Babu, ADG (M&amp;C), in his message, paid rich tributes to the brave soldiers who had made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty. He said that we will always draw inspiration from the heroic deeds of the martyrs and keep ‘Nation First’ in all endeavours. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

On this occasion wreaths were laid by Col Rajesh Kalia, PRO (Defence) Srinagar on behalf of ADG (M&amp;C) and all ranks of the unit at the memorial in Public Relations Office, Srinagar.

In a solemn and poignant ceremony today at the Public Relations Office, Badami Bagh (BB) Cantonment in Srinagar, all ranks of the Public Relations Office paid rich tributes to Late Major P Purushottam and five brave soldiers - Sub Brahm Dass, Hav PK Maharana, Sep Choudhary Ramji Bhai, Sep Md Razaul Haque and Sep C Radhakrishnan, who attained martyrdom in a ‘fidayeen’ attack on this day in 1999.

In a solemn and poignant ceremony today at the Public Relations Office, Badami Bagh (BB) Cantonment in Srinagar, all ranks of the Public Relations Office paid rich tributes to Late Major P Purushottam and five brave soldiers - Sub Brahm Dass, Hav PK Maharana, Sep Choudhary Ramji Bhai, Sep Md Razaul Haque and Sep C Radhakrishnan, who attained martyrdom in a ‘fidayeen’ attack on this day in 1999. Late Major P Purushottam, who was posted as Public Relations Officer (Defence) along with five of his comrades, bravely fought terrorists who had launched a ‘fidayeen’ attack on his office on the evening of November 3, 1999. Having been engaged in a hand to hand fight with the terrorists, he and his colleagues made the supreme sacrifice of their lives while trying to save media persons. A Bharat Bhushan Babu, ADG (M&C), in his message, paid rich tributes to the brave soldiers who had made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty. He said that we will always draw inspiration from the heroic deeds of the martyrs and keep ‘Nation First’ in all endeavours. On this occasion wreaths were laid by Col Rajesh Kalia, PRO (Defence) Srinagar on behalf of ADG (M&C) and all ranks of the unit at the memorial in Public Relations Office, Srinagar.

Srinagar: Bravehearts remembered, tributes paid to martyrs of 1999 attack

The new map of India with the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has come into effect as the two Union Territories formally came into existence on October 31.

Girish Chandra Murmu, a 1985-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of Gujarat cadre took oath as the first Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday.

On the same day, Radha Krishna Mathur was sworn-in as the first Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh.

In August this year, the government revoked Article 370 which gave special status to Jammu and Kashmir and also bifurcated the state into two Union Territories - Jammu and Kashmir with a legislature and Ladakh without legislature.&nbsp;

 
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The new map of India with the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has come into effect as the two Union Territories formally came into existence on October 31.

The new map of India with the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has come into effect as the two Union Territories formally came into existence on October 31. Girish Chandra Murmu, a 1985-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of Gujarat cadre took oath as the first Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday. On the same day, Radha Krishna Mathur was sworn-in as the first Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh. In August this year, the government revoked Article 370 which gave special status to Jammu and Kashmir and also bifurcated the state into two Union Territories - Jammu and Kashmir with a legislature and Ladakh without legislature.

New map of India released with Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh

Pradeep Nandrajog, the Chief Justice of Bombay High Court Justice, will administer the oath of office to Satya Pal Malik as Governor of Goa on Sunday.

The oath will be administered at 4.30 pm at the Raj Bhavan. Malik was appointed as Governor of Goa by President Ram Nath Kovind on October 25.

The previous Governor Mridula Sinha had taken charge of the coastal state in 2014. Her term ended this year.

Malik was the Governor of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir when it was bifurcated into two Union Territories -- Jammu and Kashmir with a legislature, and Ladakh without a legislature.

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Pradeep Nandrajog, the Chief Justice of Bombay High Court Justice, will administer the oath of office to Satya Pal Malik as Governor of Goa on Sunday. The oath will be administered at 4.

Pradeep Nandrajog, the Chief Justice of Bombay High Court Justice, will administer the oath of office to Satya Pal Malik as Governor of Goa on Sunday. The oath will be administered at 4.30 pm at the Raj Bhavan. Malik was appointed as Governor of Goa by President Ram Nath Kovind on October 25. The previous Governor Mridula Sinha had taken charge of the coastal state in 2014. Her term ended this year. Malik was the Governor of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir when it was bifurcated into two Union Territories -- Jammu and Kashmir with a legislature, and Ladakh without a legislature.

Bombay High Court Chief Justice to administer oath of office to Malik as Goa Governor on Sunday

Security forces on Saturday arrested one terrorist belonging to Lashkar-e-Taiba in Sopore.

Arms and ammunition have been recovered. The terrorist was nabbed in a joint operation conducted by 179n Battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Indian Army, and Jammu and Kashmir Police.

"#179Bn #CRPF, @adgpi, and @JmuKmrPolice conducted a joint operation in Sopore, Baramulla, J&amp;K and apprehended 01 LeT terrorist. Arms and ammunition recovered," tweeted CRPF.

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Security forces on Saturday arrested one terrorist belonging to Lashkar-e-Taiba in Sopore. Arms and ammunition have been recovered. The terrorist was nabbed in a joint operation conducted by 179n Battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Indian Army, and Jammu and Kashmir Police.

Security forces on Saturday arrested one terrorist belonging to Lashkar-e-Taiba in Sopore. Arms and ammunition have been recovered. The terrorist was nabbed in a joint operation conducted by 179n Battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Indian Army, and Jammu and Kashmir Police. "#179Bn #CRPF, @adgpi, and @JmuKmrPolice conducted a joint operation in Sopore, Baramulla, J&K and apprehended 01 LeT terrorist. Arms and ammunition recovered," tweeted CRPF. Further details are awaited.

Jammu and Kashmir: Security forces nab LeT terrorist in Sopore

Jammu and Kashmir now a Union Territory: What Next? Watch video to know more.

Jammu and Kashmir now a Union Territory: What Next?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-pays-floral-tribute-to-sardar-vallabhbhai-patel-at-statue-of-unity-258919">paid floral tribute</a> to India's first Home Minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at Statue of Unity on the occasion of his 144th birth anniversary. Addressing an event at Gujarat's Kevadia, PM Modi said that "Sardar Sahib always spoke about unity of purpose, unity of aim and unity of endeavour."

The prime minister stated that the 'Run for Unity' program is being held today across the country. "I thank every citizen for participating in this program. India is known for 'unity in diversity’; it is our pride and our identity," he said.&nbsp;

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Speaking on the Ntaional Unity Day, PM Modi hailed his government's decision to abrogate Article 370 and said that the special provision was the reason behind separatism and terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir.

Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh officially become separate Union Territories today.

On the occasion, the prime minister said that "I am happy that from today all the government employees of Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh will be getting the benefits under the 7th Pay Commission as granted to the employees of other Union Territories".

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Hailing the abrogation of Article 370, the prime minister said that the Article "only gave separatism and terrorism to J&amp;K".&nbsp;

"It was the only place in the country where Article 370 was present, where in last 3 decades, over 40,000 people got killed and several mothers lost their sons due to terrorism. Now this wall of Article 370 has been demolished".

"Those who can't win a war against us are challenging our unity. They try to break our unity and try to groom separatism. Our unity is being challenged. They forget that no one could defeat this unity," he said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid floral tribute to India's first Home Minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at Statue of Unity on the occasion of his 144th birth anniversary.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid floral tribute to India's first Home Minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at Statue of Unity on the occasion of his 144th birth anniversary. Addressing an event at Gujarat's Kevadia, PM Modi said that "Sardar Sahib always spoke about unity of purpose, unity of aim and unity of endeavour." The prime minister stated that the 'Run for Unity' program is being held today across the country. "I thank every citizen for participating in this program. India is known for 'unity in diversity’; it is our pride and our identity," he said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Kevadia: 'Run for Unity' program is being held in different cities & villages across the country today. I thank every citizen for participating in this program. India is known for 'unity in diversity’; it is our pride and our identity. #Gujarat pic.twitter.com/jTKIUvM0LB — ANI (@ANI) October 31, 2019 × Speaking on the Ntaional Unity Day, PM Modi hailed his government's decision to abrogate Article 370 and said that the special provision was the reason behind separatism and terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh officially become separate Union Territories today. On the occasion, the prime minister said that "I am happy that from today all the government employees of Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh will be getting the benefits under the 7th Pay Commission as granted to the employees of other Union Territories". PM: Article 370 only gave separatism & terrorism to J&K. It was the only place in the country where Article 370 was present, where in last 3 decades, over 40,000 people got killed&several mothers lost their sons due to terrorism. Now this wall of Article 370 has been demolished. pic.twitter.com/2sYvtAsCEO — ANI (@ANI) October 31, 2019 × Hailing the abrogation of Article 370, the prime minister said that the Article "only gave separatism and terrorism to J&K". "It was the only place in the country where Article 370 was present, where in last 3 decades, over 40,000 people got killed and several mothers lost their sons due to terrorism. Now this wall of Article 370 has been demolished". "Those who can't win a war against us are challenging our unity. They try to break our unity and try to groom separatism. Our unity is being challenged. They forget that no one could defeat this unity," he said.

Article 370 only gave separatism and terrorism to Jammu and Kashmir: PM Modi 

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5 Non-Kashmiri labourers shot dead by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir

A <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/european-union-lawmakers-call-terrorism-a-global-concern-after-jk-visit-extend-support-to-india-258826">delegation of 23 European lawmakers</a> visited Jammu and Kashmir to assess the situation in the valley after the abrogation of Section 370.&nbsp;

The European Union parliamentary delegation, comprising parliamentarians from the United Kingdom, Poland, France, and other countries interacted with locals in Kashmir valley to get a first-hand understanding of the situation.

It is the first foreign delegation that has been allowed to visit Kashmir after the scrapping of article 370 which accorded special status to the state. Earlier, the citizens of J&amp;K had special rights about ownership of property, fundamental rights, and relating to citizenship.

Henri Malosse, a parliamentarian from Poland expressed shock at seeing news which referred to the delegation as racists, fascists, and Islamophobic. ''We were in Bangladesh earlier. We are thankful to the Indian government for this [visit]. This will help us better understand things. This is a fight against terrorists. We have heard that five innocent workers were killed. We are pleased to meet activists who spoke about the future and peace'', Malosse said. He also referred to the abrogation of Article 370 as India's "internal matter''. 
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Theirry Mariani from France simply wanted a firsthand account of what's happening in Kashmir, while suggesting that terrorism is capable of destroying a country. ''I was in Afghanistan and Syria. I don’t want Kashmir to become another Afghanistan. The situation isn’t finishing in the Middle East. New places for terrorists can become Kashmir... we want development. We aren’t here to interfere with politics'', Mariani&nbsp;said.

While referring to the shooting of five&nbsp;workers in the valley, Bill Newton Dunn from the United Kingdom said that ''it’s a terrible thing''.&nbsp;

''Since 1945, we [European Union] have been living in peace together. India is a peaceful country. We want to know how we can help and support people. We had a meeting with the teachers and civil society. Someone talked about the corruption in the system. We are here for facts'', Dunn added. 
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Ryszard Czarnecki from Poland perceives terrorism in Kashmir as a global issue. ''Terrorism in Kashmir is not the problem of India alone; I see it as our problem, the international community. We support India for finding the best solution to the problem. We are here to understand your problem. In our opinion, this is important for our national relations. We can inform our parliament about this'', he added.

Malosse added that the fact that India has a free press is a good sign, all the while being ''very impressed by the beauty and the engagement with the people [whom they] met''.

Watch: 23 EU lawmakers visit Kashmir in personal capacity

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Along the same lines, Mariani from France called the visit an ''excellent experience'', which helped them understand the ground situation better. &nbsp;''We believe in transparency. I felt bad [when people called] us Nazi lovers. We came from our respective countries... [and] can never be citizens of Kashmir.'' Mariana further added that terrorism is a common problem for the world.

The media reportage of events in Jammu and Kashmir has been a hot topic ever since Article 370 was scrapped. Dunn called it a ''world problem''. ''It is a long-term problem also caused by social media. Journalists have a big responsibility. Our media is not so good at facts'', Dunn added.

When asked about the state of minorities in Pakistan, Mariani told WION that he's worried about the treatment accorded to Christians in the neighbouring country. ''Freedom of religion is important [so that] everyone can practice [their] religion'', he said.

Travel advisories across Europe had recently warned people against visiting Jammu &amp; Kashmir. While talking about this, Mariani said to WION, ''We can say to the people that this is a good place. They have good art and handicraft. The fight against terrorists is a condition for the population.''

Czarnecki extended support to India's fight against terrorism and said, ''We should help to find a solution to these fights. We should make efforts and support India''.&nbsp;

''We believe in peace and talking'', said Bill Newton Dunn. While advocating peace, he referred to the problem in Northern Island where Christians were fighting with each other. ''Now it is peaceful [there]. My advice will be to find peace'', he said.

Dunn further asserted that he would inform the parliament of what they have seen and learned from this visit. ''I think this mission could be useful. I think I will go back to the liberal group and explain what I have learned and that way we will inform the parliament'', he said.&nbsp; 
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A delegation of 23 European lawmakers visited Jammu and Kashmir to assess the situation in the valley after the abrogation of Section 370. The European Union parliamentary delegation, comprising parliamentarians from the United Kingdom, Poland, France, and other countries interacted with locals in Kashmir valley to get a first-hand understanding of the situation.

A delegation of 23 European lawmakers visited Jammu and Kashmir to assess the situation in the valley after the abrogation of Section 370. The European Union parliamentary delegation, comprising parliamentarians from the United Kingdom, Poland, France, and other countries interacted with locals in Kashmir valley to get a first-hand understanding of the situation. It is the first foreign delegation that has been allowed to visit Kashmir after the scrapping of article 370 which accorded special status to the state. Earlier, the citizens of J&K had special rights about ownership of property, fundamental rights, and relating to citizenship. Henri Malosse, a parliamentarian from Poland expressed shock at seeing news which referred to the delegation as racists, fascists, and Islamophobic. ''We were in Bangladesh earlier. We are thankful to the Indian government for this [visit]. This will help us better understand things. This is a fight against terrorists. We have heard that five innocent workers were killed. We are pleased to meet activists who spoke about the future and peace'', Malosse said. He also referred to the abrogation of Article 370 as India's "internal matter''. Theirry Mariani from France simply wanted a firsthand account of what's happening in Kashmir, while suggesting that terrorism is capable of destroying a country. ''I was in Afghanistan and Syria. I don’t want Kashmir to become another Afghanistan. The situation isn’t finishing in the Middle East. New places for terrorists can become Kashmir... we want development. We aren’t here to interfere with politics'', Mariani said. While referring to the shooting of five workers in the valley, Bill Newton Dunn from the United Kingdom said that ''it’s a terrible thing''. ''Since 1945, we [European Union] have been living in peace together. India is a peaceful country. We want to know how we can help and support people. We had a meeting with the teachers and civil society. Someone talked about the corruption in the system. We are here for facts'', Dunn added. Ryszard Czarnecki from Poland perceives terrorism in Kashmir as a global issue. ''Terrorism in Kashmir is not the problem of India alone; I see it as our problem, the international community. We support India for finding the best solution to the problem. We are here to understand your problem. In our opinion, this is important for our national relations. We can inform our parliament about this'', he added. Malosse added that the fact that India has a free press is a good sign, all the while being ''very impressed by the beauty and the engagement with the people [whom they] met''. Watch: 23 EU lawmakers visit Kashmir in personal capacity Along the same lines, Mariani from France called the visit an ''excellent experience'', which helped them understand the ground situation better. ''We believe in transparency. I felt bad [when people called] us Nazi lovers. We came from our respective countries... [and] can never be citizens of Kashmir.'' Mariana further added that terrorism is a common problem for the world. The media reportage of events in Jammu and Kashmir has been a hot topic ever since Article 370 was scrapped. Dunn called it a ''world problem''. ''It is a long-term problem also caused by social media. Journalists have a big responsibility. Our media is not so good at facts'', Dunn added. When asked about the state of minorities in Pakistan, Mariani told WION that he's worried about the treatment accorded to Christians in the neighbouring country. ''Freedom of religion is important [so that] everyone can practice [their] religion'', he said. Travel advisories across Europe had recently warned people against visiting Jammu & Kashmir. While talking about this, Mariani said to WION, ''We can say to the people that this is a good place. They have good art and handicraft. The fight against terrorists is a condition for the population.'' Czarnecki extended support to India's fight against terrorism and said, ''We should help to find a solution to these fights. We should make efforts and support India''. ''We believe in peace and talking'', said Bill Newton Dunn. While advocating peace, he referred to the problem in Northern Island where Christians were fighting with each other. ''Now it is peaceful [there]. My advice will be to find peace'', he said. Dunn further asserted that he would inform the parliament of what they have seen and learned from this visit. ''I think this mission could be useful. I think I will go back to the liberal group and explain what I have learned and that way we will inform the parliament'', he said.

Article 370 India's internal matter, we support them in fighting terrorism in Kashmir: EU MPs post-valley visit

Terrorists on Tuesday opened fire on the patrol party of the security forces near a school building in Drabgam in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pulwama district.

The school was being used as an examination centre as board exams for Class 10 students commenced on Tuesday.

At around 3:15 pm, unknown terrorists fired 6-7 rounds on CRPF deployment at a school which was an examination centre in Pulwama's Drabgam.

"Attack was promptly retaliated by the troops. Additional deployment reached," the CRPF said.

Initial information suggests there have been no injuries so far. The area has been cordoned off and a search operation is underway.

CRPF and local police were on duty guarding the centre when the incident took place.

Pakistan-based terrorists have been trying to disrupt peace in the Valley by consistently targeting locals and truck drivers.

(With inputs from agencies)

Terrorists on Tuesday opened fire on the patrol party of the security forces near a school building in Drabgam in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pulwama district. The school was being used as an examination centre as board exams for Class 10 students commenced on Tuesday.

Terrorists on Tuesday opened fire on the patrol party of the security forces near a school building in Drabgam in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pulwama district. The school was being used as an examination centre as board exams for Class 10 students commenced on Tuesday. At around 3:15 pm, unknown terrorists fired 6-7 rounds on CRPF deployment at a school which was an examination centre in Pulwama's Drabgam. "Attack was promptly retaliated by the troops. Additional deployment reached," the CRPF said. Initial information suggests there have been no injuries so far. The area has been cordoned off and a search operation is underway. CRPF and local police were on duty guarding the centre when the incident took place. Pakistan-based terrorists have been trying to disrupt peace in the Valley by consistently targeting locals and truck drivers. (With inputs from agencies)

Jammu and Kashmir: Terrorist open fire at security forces outside school in Pulwama

At least nineteen people were injured after a grenade attack by terrorists in a busy market area of Sopore in North Kashmir on Monday evening.&nbsp;

The injured were immediately referred to the district hospital for treatment.&nbsp;

Sources in the police said that the grenades landed near Hotel Plaza at 04:15 PM.

The area was soon cordoned off by the army, police and the CRPF. A search operation was launched to nab the suspected militants.

The attack comes ahead of a visit to Kashmir of a delegation of Members of European Union Parliament.

On October 26, six personnel of CRPF sustained serious injuries after suspected terrorists lobbed a grenade at the Karan Nagar police station. According to Jammu and Kashmir Police, the information is preliminary and more details are currently awaited.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

At least nineteen people were injured after a grenade attack by terrorists in a busy market area of Sopore in North Kashmir on Monday evening. The injured were immediately referred to the district hospital for treatment.

At least nineteen people were injured after a grenade attack by terrorists in a busy market area of Sopore in North Kashmir on Monday evening. The injured were immediately referred to the district hospital for treatment. Sources in the police said that the grenades landed near Hotel Plaza at 04:15 PM. The area was soon cordoned off by the army, police and the CRPF. A search operation was launched to nab the suspected militants. The attack comes ahead of a visit to Kashmir of a delegation of Members of European Union Parliament. On October 26, six personnel of CRPF sustained serious injuries after suspected terrorists lobbed a grenade at the Karan Nagar police station. According to Jammu and Kashmir Police, the information is preliminary and more details are currently awaited. (With inputs from agencies)

Jammu and Kashmir: Terrorists lob grenade at Sopore bus stand, 19 people injured

A head constable of CRPF sustained serious injuries and at least five personnel of the paramilitary force were injured after suspected terrorists lobbed a grenade at the Karan Nagar police station in Srinagar on Saturday, officials said.

The attack took place when unknown terrorists hurled a grenade at a patrol party of 144 Battalion of CRPF.

The head constable of CRPF who was seriously injured suffered groin injuries in the grenade attack, which took place in front of Emergency of Maharaja Hari Singh hospital here.

The rest of the injured police personnel are stable.The incident took place at 6.50 pm today, according to information, which said that a joint patrol party of CRPF and police came under the attack.

All the injured personnel were shifted to the Army base hospital.

Cordon and search operation has been wrapped up from the location but searches are on.

A head constable of CRPF sustained serious injuries and at least five personnel of the paramilitary force were injured after suspected terrorists lobbed a grenade at the Karan Nagar police station in Srinagar on Saturday, officials said.

A head constable of CRPF sustained serious injuries and at least five personnel of the paramilitary force were injured after suspected terrorists lobbed a grenade at the Karan Nagar police station in Srinagar on Saturday, officials said. The attack took place when unknown terrorists hurled a grenade at a patrol party of 144 Battalion of CRPF. The head constable of CRPF who was seriously injured suffered groin injuries in the grenade attack, which took place in front of Emergency of Maharaja Hari Singh hospital here. The rest of the injured police personnel are stable.The incident took place at 6.50 pm today, according to information, which said that a joint patrol party of CRPF and police came under the attack. All the injured personnel were shifted to the Army base hospital. Cordon and search operation has been wrapped up from the location but searches are on.

CRPF head constable seriously injured in Srinagar grenade attack

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The slaying of two truck drivers from Rajasthan who were killed by terrorists in South Kashmir’s Shopian has created an atmosphere of fear among the non-local truck divers in the valley.

The slaying of two truck drivers from Rajasthan who were killed by terrorists in South Kashmir’s Shopian has created an atmosphere of fear among the non-local truck divers in the valley. In south Kashmir, according to truck drivers, around 100 trucks have left without loading apples after reports emerged about the murder of the truck drivers. On Thursday night, terrorists opened fire on two drivers and injured one critically near Chittargam village in Shopian district, mostly known for its Apple production. Terrorists also set three trucks on fire by hurling petrol bombs inside the cabins. “We are afraid but we also have to do our work because our families are dependent on the income we get from driving these trucks,” said Irfan Pathan, a driver from Rajasthan. Ilyas Khan and Zahid Khan from Rajasthan died on the spot while Jeevan Singh sustained bullet injury for which he is undergoing treatment at a hospital in Srinagar. “Every driver wants to leave Shopian and go home,” says Mohammad Ilyas, a truck driver from Uttar Pradesh, who was loading apples in his truck. The government has already created ‘safe zones’ for Apple traders and drivers after the killing of a truck driver Sharief Khan in a similar fashion on October 14 by two terrorists. After killing Sharief, terrorists also killed a Punjab-based apple trader Charanjeet Singh and leaving his colleague Sanjeev injured. “We have made secure zones to realign trucks in our district. We wanted all our growers to reach these zones to load apples in trucks. This was also done to provide them security,” said Yasin Choudhary, deputy commissioner Shopian. Authorise believe that the attacks on non-local residents are being carried out to hurt the Apple business and also to create fear in the valley. The drivers who have been transporting apples outside the valley say that they have never been fearful in Kashmir before. “These trucks had gone on the interiors of Shopian and were out of our sight. We have motivated drivers to continue and local people have also come forward for this”, said Yasin Choudhary, deputy commissioner Shopian.

Fear among non-local truck drivers after killing of 2 more drivers in Kashmir

Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) has condemned the Pakistani security forces for "brutal manhandling" of the peaceful protest by people of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) against oppression and atrocities by the state agencies. 
 
The MQM, in a statement on Wednesday, called out the security forces "for shedding crocodile tears over Jammu and Kashmir" but maltreating people of occupied Kashmir. 
 
On Tuesday, the police raided the press club in PoK's Muzaffarabad during a media briefing by Jammu Kashmir People's National Alliance (JKPNA), which had called for a protest on Thursday outside Pakistan High Commission in London. Several journalists suffered injuries in the raid. 
 
Two civilians were killed and over 80 others sustained injuries after police lathi-charged them during a peaceful pro-freedom rally. 
 
The raid came on the day when people in PoK were observing "Black Day" to protest&nbsp;the 72nd anniversary of Kashmir's invasion by Pakistani forces in 1947. 
 
The MQM said the security forces unleashed their terror and inflicted injuries on to the protestors on the day of the diplomat's visit. 
 
It also appealed to the foreign diplomats that they should take notice of that barbarism and the human rights organisations should step forward and take up the case for the sake of humanity.&nbsp;

Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) has condemned the Pakistani security forces for "brutal manhandling" of the peaceful protest by people of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) against oppression and atrocities by the state agencies.

Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) has condemned the Pakistani security forces for "brutal manhandling" of the peaceful protest by people of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) against oppression and atrocities by the state agencies. The MQM, in a statement on Wednesday, called out the security forces "for shedding crocodile tears over Jammu and Kashmir" but maltreating people of occupied Kashmir. On Tuesday, the police raided the press club in PoK's Muzaffarabad during a media briefing by Jammu Kashmir People's National Alliance (JKPNA), which had called for a protest on Thursday outside Pakistan High Commission in London. Several journalists suffered injuries in the raid. Two civilians were killed and over 80 others sustained injuries after police lathi-charged them during a peaceful pro-freedom rally. The raid came on the day when people in PoK were observing "Black Day" to protest the 72nd anniversary of Kashmir's invasion by Pakistani forces in 1947. The MQM said the security forces unleashed their terror and inflicted injuries on to the protestors on the day of the diplomat's visit. It also appealed to the foreign diplomats that they should take notice of that barbarism and the human rights organisations should step forward and take up the case for the sake of humanity.

MQM condemns 'brutal manhandling' of protesters in PoK by Pakistan security forces

Security forces neutralised at least three terrorists in an encounter in Awantipura town of Pulwama district in Jammu and Kashmir.

Zakir Musa's successor, identified as Abdul Hameed Lelhari was one of the three terrorists.&nbsp;

Zakir Musa was a commander of Al-Qaeda linked terrorist organisation Ansar Ghazwat-ul Hind.

Lelhari was named as the new commander of Ghazwat-ul-Hind in June this year after Zakir Musa was gunned down by security forces.

"Three killed terrorists identified as Naveed Tak, Hamid Lone alias Hamid Lelhari and Junaid Bhat involved in several terror crimes. Arms &amp; ammunition recovered. Case registered," Jammu and Kashmir police said.&nbsp;

Earlier police has said that in the operation carried on Tuesday afternoon in Awantipora, three Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists were neutralised.&nbsp;

Two of them are suspected to be Pakistani terrorists involved in the killing of two Gujjar brothers on August 29 on the mountainous region of Tral Pulwama.

Zakir Musa, the commander of Al Qaeda linked Ansar Ghazwat-ul Hind was killed in an encounter with security forces in May, earlier this year.

Security forces neutralised at least three terrorists in an encounter in Awantipura town of Pulwama district in Jammu and Kashmir. Zakir Musa's successor, identified as Abdul Hameed Lelhari was one of the three terrorists.

Security forces neutralised at least three terrorists in an encounter in Awantipura town of Pulwama district in Jammu and Kashmir. Zakir Musa's successor, identified as Abdul Hameed Lelhari was one of the three terrorists. Zakir Musa was a commander of Al-Qaeda linked terrorist organisation Ansar Ghazwat-ul Hind. Lelhari was named as the new commander of Ghazwat-ul-Hind in June this year after Zakir Musa was gunned down by security forces. "Three killed terrorists identified as Naveed Tak, Hamid Lone alias Hamid Lelhari and Junaid Bhat involved in several terror crimes. Arms & ammunition recovered. Case registered," Jammu and Kashmir police said. Earlier police has said that in the operation carried on Tuesday afternoon in Awantipora, three Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists were neutralised. Two of them are suspected to be Pakistani terrorists involved in the killing of two Gujjar brothers on August 29 on the mountainous region of Tral Pulwama. Zakir Musa, the commander of Al Qaeda linked Ansar Ghazwat-ul Hind was killed in an encounter with security forces in May, earlier this year.

Jammu and Kashmir: Zakir Musa's successor Abdul Hamid Lelhari killed in Awantipora encounter

Two missile shells fired by Pakistani forces were destroyed by the Indian Army in a forward village near the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch on Tuesday.

Pakistan had on Monday violated ceasefire in Qasba and Kirni sectors in Poonch.

Indian Army had on Sunday used artillery guns to target terrorist camps in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), which have been actively trying to push terrorists into the Indian territory.&nbsp;

Two missile shells fired by Pakistani forces were destroyed by the Indian Army in a forward village near the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch on Tuesday. Pakistan had on Monday violated ceasefire in Qasba and Kirni sectors in Poonch.

Two missile shells fired by Pakistani forces were destroyed by the Indian Army in a forward village near the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch on Tuesday. Pakistan had on Monday violated ceasefire in Qasba and Kirni sectors in Poonch. Indian Army had on Sunday used artillery guns to target terrorist camps in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), which have been actively trying to push terrorists into the Indian territory.

J&K: Indian Army destroys two missile shells fired by Pakistani forces in Poonch

A day after terrorist Zakir Musa's successor Abdul Hameed Lelhari was killed in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/three-terrorists-killed-in-encounter-in-jammu-and-kashmirs-awantipora-257585">Awantipora encounter</a> on Tuesday, Jammu Kashmir DGP Dilbag Singh on Wednesday said Ansar Ghazwat-ul Hind group (AGH) has been wiped out.

"As of now, Ansar Ghazwat-ul Hind group (AGH) has been wiped out," he said while addressing a press conference here while not ruling out that the group could reemerge in future.

Zakir Musa's successor Abdul Hameed Lelhari was one of the three terrorists neutralised in an encounter with security forces in Awantipora on Tuesday.

Lelhari was heading Al-Qaeda linked Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind. All three neutralised terrorists were working in coordination with Jaish-e-Mohammad.

The DGP said that the operation against militants has gained pace while adding, "In Tral, 3 local militants associated with Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind were killed yesterday.

You would recall that when Zakir Musa was killed, the command of this group was handed over to Hameed Lelhari."

Singh said Lelhari became active in 2016 and was involved in several terror attacks.

DGP said that contrary to the apprehensions expressed by some that After August 5, more youths will join terrorist ranks..the pace of recruitment to terrorist ranks has been comparatively slower during this time.

Acknowledging that some youths have gone missing from homes, he said it cannot be confirmed if all of them have joined terrorist ranks.

The DGP also denied rumours of telecommunication restriction returning to the Valley.

"Through launching pads near Line of Control (LoC), Pakistan army &amp; ISI are involved in pushing in the maximum number of militants towards Indian side," he said.

Asked about the alleged detention of children, the DGP said, "There is a lot of misinformation and propaganda by some of the agencies especially some very irresponsible media circles when they start quoting figures without verification and getting in touch with us. I am very sure that whatever action has been taken, the action has got good solid bases."

"No one has been tortured. No youngster, teenager or juvenile has been arrested by us. Wherever juveniles were arrested, provisions of Juvenile Justice Act was followed very strictly," he said.

"We will be successful in our efforts to curb terrorism only when the local youth of Kashmir do not take the path of militancy and choose the path of peace," he added.

A day after terrorist Zakir Musa's successor Abdul Hameed Lelhari was killed in Awantipora encounter on Tuesday, Jammu Kashmir DGP Dilbag Singh on Wednesday said Ansar Ghazwat-ul Hind group (AGH) has been wiped out.

A day after terrorist Zakir Musa's successor Abdul Hameed Lelhari was killed in Awantipora encounter on Tuesday, Jammu Kashmir DGP Dilbag Singh on Wednesday said Ansar Ghazwat-ul Hind group (AGH) has been wiped out. "As of now, Ansar Ghazwat-ul Hind group (AGH) has been wiped out," he said while addressing a press conference here while not ruling out that the group could reemerge in future. Zakir Musa's successor Abdul Hameed Lelhari was one of the three terrorists neutralised in an encounter with security forces in Awantipora on Tuesday. Lelhari was heading Al-Qaeda linked Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind. All three neutralised terrorists were working in coordination with Jaish-e-Mohammad. The DGP said that the operation against militants has gained pace while adding, "In Tral, 3 local militants associated with Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind were killed yesterday. You would recall that when Zakir Musa was killed, the command of this group was handed over to Hameed Lelhari." Singh said Lelhari became active in 2016 and was involved in several terror attacks. DGP said that contrary to the apprehensions expressed by some that After August 5, more youths will join terrorist ranks..the pace of recruitment to terrorist ranks has been comparatively slower during this time. Acknowledging that some youths have gone missing from homes, he said it cannot be confirmed if all of them have joined terrorist ranks. The DGP also denied rumours of telecommunication restriction returning to the Valley. "Through launching pads near Line of Control (LoC), Pakistan army & ISI are involved in pushing in the maximum number of militants towards Indian side," he said. Asked about the alleged detention of children, the DGP said, "There is a lot of misinformation and propaganda by some of the agencies especially some very irresponsible media circles when they start quoting figures without verification and getting in touch with us. I am very sure that whatever action has been taken, the action has got good solid bases." "No one has been tortured. No youngster, teenager or juvenile has been arrested by us. Wherever juveniles were arrested, provisions of Juvenile Justice Act was followed very strictly," he said. "We will be successful in our efforts to curb terrorism only when the local youth of Kashmir do not take the path of militancy and choose the path of peace," he added.

Terrorist group AGH has been wiped out, says Jammu Kashmir DGP

Doda police on Tuesday announced a bounty of Rs 15 lakh on heads of two most wanted militants of district Doda.

Police have asked the general public to provide information to security forces about these militants.

In this regard, two posters have been put up outside SBI main branch and ICICI branch in Doda town and these posters have become the talk of the town.

The two militants are -- Haroon Abbas Wani, an MBA-turned militant from Ghat village who had joined the militant ranks in September 2018, and Masood Ahmad from Manjmi area, who had joined militant ranks in June this year.

"Putting up of posters is part of the operation and since these militants have joined militant ranks, the process of getting hold of them or eliminating them has started," said a police officer.

A source said that it is for the first time that police has announced a bounty on the head of these militants.

The Doda district was declared free of militancy in 2011 but after that, last year Haroon joined the militant ranks. It has been more than a year since he became active. Security forces believe that Haroon is trying to recruit more youth into militant ranks and security forces want to stop it.&nbsp;

Doda police on Tuesday announced a bounty of Rs 15 lakh on heads of two most wanted militants of district Doda. Police have asked the general public to provide information to security forces about these militants.

Doda police on Tuesday announced a bounty of Rs 15 lakh on heads of two most wanted militants of district Doda. Police have asked the general public to provide information to security forces about these militants. In this regard, two posters have been put up outside SBI main branch and ICICI branch in Doda town and these posters have become the talk of the town. The two militants are -- Haroon Abbas Wani, an MBA-turned militant from Ghat village who had joined the militant ranks in September 2018, and Masood Ahmad from Manjmi area, who had joined militant ranks in June this year. "Putting up of posters is part of the operation and since these militants have joined militant ranks, the process of getting hold of them or eliminating them has started," said a police officer. A source said that it is for the first time that police has announced a bounty on the head of these militants. The Doda district was declared free of militancy in 2011 but after that, last year Haroon joined the militant ranks. It has been more than a year since he became active. Security forces believe that Haroon is trying to recruit more youth into militant ranks and security forces want to stop it.

J&K: Doda Police announces bounty of Rs 15 lakh on heads of two most wanted militants

Three terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Awantipora, Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday.

According to the Kashmir Zone Police, arms and ammunition have been recovered from the site.

Identities and affiliations of the terrorists are being ascertained and search in the area is underway.

The encounter began in the outskirts of Awantipore today evening.&nbsp;

The security forces had launched a cordon and search operation in Awantipora following inputs about the presence of terrorists.

Three terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Awantipora, Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday. According to the Kashmir Zone Police, arms and ammunition have been recovered from the site.

Three terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Awantipora, Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday. According to the Kashmir Zone Police, arms and ammunition have been recovered from the site. Identities and affiliations of the terrorists are being ascertained and search in the area is underway. The encounter began in the outskirts of Awantipore today evening. The security forces had launched a cordon and search operation in Awantipora following inputs about the presence of terrorists.

Three terrorists killed in encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Awantipora

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