Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Tuesday greeted in Lok Sabha with a standing ovation and thumping of desks by BJP lawmakers, amidst the heated debate over the abrogation of Article 370 and Jammu and Kashmir (Reorganisation) Bill, 2019.

BJP MPs stood up to greet the Prime Minister, a day after Article 370 was scrapped by the government.

Slogans of 'Vande Mataram'&nbsp;and 'Bharat Mata ki Jai'&nbsp;were raised as the Prime Minister arrived at the Lower House.

Humbled by the gesture, the Prime Minister folded his hands and bowed down before the House before proceedings continued.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday moved the resolution to revoke Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, in Lok Sabha. Shah also introduced Jammu and Kashmir (Reorganisation) Bill, 2019.

With BJP enjoying an overriding majority in the Lok Sabha, the bill is expected to the get Parliamentary nod before being sent for presidential assent.

A resolution removing the special status of the state under Article 370 was approved by the Rajya Sabha on Monday with Shah saying the constitutional provision was the "root cause of terrorism" in the state, and that the Modi government was committed to making the state the most progressive in the country.

The Jammu and Kashmir (Reorganisation) Bill, 2019, which strips Jammu and Kashmir`s status of a state and converts it into a Union Territory with legislature and carving out Ladakh region as a union territory without legislature, was passed in a division pressed by the opposition with 125 votes in favour and 61 against, and an NCP member abstained.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Tuesday greeted in Lok Sabha with a standing ovation and thumping of desks by BJP lawmakers, amidst the heated debate over the abrogation of Article 370 and Jammu and Kashmir (Reorganisation) Bill, 2019.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Tuesday greeted in Lok Sabha with a standing ovation and thumping of desks by BJP lawmakers, amidst the heated debate over the abrogation of Article 370 and Jammu and Kashmir (Reorganisation) Bill, 2019. BJP MPs stood up to greet the Prime Minister, a day after Article 370 was scrapped by the government. Slogans of 'Vande Mataram' and 'Bharat Mata ki Jai' were raised as the Prime Minister arrived at the Lower House. Humbled by the gesture, the Prime Minister folded his hands and bowed down before the House before proceedings continued. Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday moved the resolution to revoke Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, in Lok Sabha. Shah also introduced Jammu and Kashmir (Reorganisation) Bill, 2019. With BJP enjoying an overriding majority in the Lok Sabha, the bill is expected to the get Parliamentary nod before being sent for presidential assent. A resolution removing the special status of the state under Article 370 was approved by the Rajya Sabha on Monday with Shah saying the constitutional provision was the "root cause of terrorism" in the state, and that the Modi government was committed to making the state the most progressive in the country. The Jammu and Kashmir (Reorganisation) Bill, 2019, which strips Jammu and Kashmir`s status of a state and converts it into a Union Territory with legislature and carving out Ladakh region as a union territory without legislature, was passed in a division pressed by the opposition with 125 votes in favour and 61 against, and an NCP member abstained.

BJP MPs give standing ovation to PM Modi in Lok Sabha

The Lok Sabha passed the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill that seeks to scrap Article 370 and Article 35A in Jammu and Kashmir, while also bifurcating the state into union territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. Bill passed 367 to 67

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah will introduce Jammu and Kashmir Reservation (Second Amendment) Bill, 2019 on Monday in Rajya Sabha (Upper House of parliament).&nbsp;

This Bill is to implement 10 per cent Economically Weaker Section (EWS) quota in Jammu and Kashmir.

Earlier, the Union Cabinet approved the Jammu and&nbsp;Kashmir Reservation (2nd Amendment) Bill, 2019.

The 10 per cent quota Bill to economically weaker sections was introduced through the 103rd Constitution Amendment in January.&nbsp;

The Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha cleared the bill on January 8 and 9 respectively, and it has been signed by President Ram Nath Kovind.

Meanwhile, a meeting is underway between Amit Shah, Home Secretary Rajiv Gauba and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, at the Parliament.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will introduce Jammu and Kashmir Reservation (Second Amendment) Bill, 2019 on Monday in Rajya Sabha (Upper House of parliament). This Bill is to implement 10 per cent Economically Weaker Section (EWS) quota in Jammu and Kashmir.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will introduce Jammu and Kashmir Reservation (Second Amendment) Bill, 2019 on Monday in Rajya Sabha (Upper House of parliament). This Bill is to implement 10 per cent Economically Weaker Section (EWS) quota in Jammu and Kashmir. Earlier, the Union Cabinet approved the Jammu and Kashmir Reservation (2nd Amendment) Bill, 2019. The 10 per cent quota Bill to economically weaker sections was introduced through the 103rd Constitution Amendment in January. The Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha cleared the bill on January 8 and 9 respectively, and it has been signed by President Ram Nath Kovind. Meanwhile, a meeting is underway between Amit Shah, Home Secretary Rajiv Gauba and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, at the Parliament.

Home Minister Amit Shah to introduce J&K Reservation Bill in Upper House on Monday

Pakistani troops violated the ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Sunderbani sector here during early morning hours on Monday.

Pakistan initiated the unprovoked firing with small arms and mortar shells, Indian Army officials said.

A befitting reply is being given, they said, adding no death or injury has been reported.

Pakistani troops violated the ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Sunderbani sector here during early morning hours on Monday. Pakistan initiated the unprovoked firing with small arms and mortar shells, Indian Army officials said.

Pakistani troops violated the ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Sunderbani sector here during early morning hours on Monday. Pakistan initiated the unprovoked firing with small arms and mortar shells, Indian Army officials said. A befitting reply is being given, they said, adding no death or injury has been reported.

Jammu and Kashmir: Pakistan violates ceasefire along LoC in Rajouri district

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Police claimed to have recovered incriminating materials.

A case under relevant sections of law has been registered.

Further investigation is underway&nbsp;

Jammu and Kashmir Police busted an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) module in Shopian on Saturday and arrested two persons in connection with the case. Police claimed to have recovered incriminating materials.

Jammu and Kashmir Police busted an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) module in Shopian on Saturday and arrested two persons in connection with the case. Police claimed to have recovered incriminating materials. A case under relevant sections of law has been registered. Further investigation is underway

IED module busted in Shopian, two arrested: Jammu and Kashmir Police

One civilian was injured on Monday morning when Pakistani troops&nbsp;violated the ceasefire along the LoC in Nowshera sector in Rajouri district.

"The Indian Army is retaliating in a befitting manner," said officials. &nbsp;&nbsp; 
 
The injured civilian was identified as Ram Swaroop. He was shifted to Nowshera hospital.

On Saturday, two Army personnel were injured in Pakistani firing in the district's Romali Dhara area of Nowshera sector.

"The Army reported 1,248 cases of ceasefire violations (CFVs) and four casualties along the Line of Control this year," Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said last week.

"Appropriate retaliation to the ceasefire violations, as required, has been carried out by the Indian Army," he added. 
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(With inputs from agencies)

One civilian was injured on Monday morning when Pakistani troops violated the ceasefire along the LoC in Nowshera sector in Rajouri district. "The Indian Army is retaliating in a befitting manner," said officials.

One civilian was injured on Monday morning when Pakistani troops violated the ceasefire along the LoC in Nowshera sector in Rajouri district. "The Indian Army is retaliating in a befitting manner," said officials. The injured civilian was identified as Ram Swaroop. He was shifted to Nowshera hospital. On Saturday, two Army personnel were injured in Pakistani firing in the district's Romali Dhara area of Nowshera sector. "The Army reported 1,248 cases of ceasefire violations (CFVs) and four casualties along the Line of Control this year," Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said last week. "Appropriate retaliation to the ceasefire violations, as required, has been carried out by the Indian Army," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

Jammu and Kashmir: One civilian injured as Pakistan violates ceasefire along LoC in Nowshera

Indian Home Ministry form this group which will monitor terror in J&K.The aim of this group is to end terror in J&K. This group will basically identify the 'Terror Sympathisers' in J&K. This Anti-terror group will meet Home Ministry every week. Watch this video to know more.

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An exchange of fire reported Tuesday between security forces and militants in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir, ANI report said quoting a police officer.&nbsp;

An encounter broke out between security forces and militants in the forest area of Yarwan in Shopian district, he said.

Additional security forces have been rushed to the area for strengthening the cordon, the police officer added.

An exchange of fire reported Tuesday between security forces and militants in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir, ANI report said quoting a police officer. An encounter broke out between security forces and militants in the forest area of Yarwan in Shopian district, he said.

An exchange of fire reported Tuesday between security forces and militants in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir, ANI report said quoting a police officer. An encounter broke out between security forces and militants in the forest area of Yarwan in Shopian district, he said. Additional security forces have been rushed to the area for strengthening the cordon, the police officer added.

Jammu and Kashmir: Encounter underway in Shopian

Jammu & Kashmir: Two terrorists neutralized in an encounter between security forces and terrorists in Hind Sita Pora area of Shopian district. Weapons and huge cache of ammunition recovered. Operation still underway.

Two terrorists killed in encounter between security forces and terrorists in J&K's Shopian district

In Jammu & Kashmir, one terrorist was killed in an encounter with security forces in Shopian district this morning. Search operation is underway.

J&K ISIS Commander killed in encounter

Pakistan on Sunday deplored India's "unilateral" decision to suspend <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.wionews.com/india-news/government-of-india-suspends-loc-trade-with-pakistan-says-route-being-misused-211563&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=0ahUKEwiykfKV4eDhAhX84HMBHTakDQgQFggNMAM&amp;client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;usg=AOvVaw0t1ZbAymrqTmgf2A_XwBcT">cross-LoC trade</a> and rejected the allegations regarding its "misuse" by elements from across the border to smuggle weapons, narcotics, fake currency and foment terrorism.

Hardening its stand against Pakistan, India on Thursday indefinitely suspended cross-border trade at two points along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir after reports of very large scale "misuse" of the cross-LoC trade.

Pakistan's Foreign Office said the Indian action was based on "groundless accusations" that this mechanism is being used for smuggling, narcotics, fake currency and terrorism.

"This litany is all too familiar and in line with India's frequent attempts to portray legitimate activities of the people," in <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.wionews.com/india-news/cross-loc-trade-suspended-in-jks-poonch-after-pakistan-violates-ceasefire-203109&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=0ahUKEwiykfKV4eDhAhX84HMBHTakDQgQFggHMAE&amp;client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;usg=AOvVaw03xckZ7FXBz_PKlEhl36Xy">Jammu &amp; Kashmir</a> as linked to terrorism, the FO said.

The FO said the cross-LoC trade has been one of the functional Confidence-Building Measures (CBMs) between the two countries, which came about after arduous diplomatic efforts.

"The unilateral suspension of this Kashmir-related CBM indicates that India is seeking to reverse even the modest gains made by the two countries in the diplomatic domain. Its suspension without consulting Pakistan is deeply regrettable," it said.

The FO said the suspension of the cross-LoC trade adds to the economic hardship and further squeezes the segment of people who could modestly benefit from this facility.

"In our view, there are better ways of dealing with issues relating to implementation, if any, than resorting to unilateral suspension of important CBMs," the FO said.

"We urge India to refrain from taking unilateral measures and resolve differences through constructive engagement with a view to transitioning from conflict to cooperation," it added.

The LoC trade, at present, is conducted through two trade facilitation centres located at Salamabad in Uri of Baramulla district, and Chakkan-da-Bagh in Poonch district.&nbsp;

Pakistan on Sunday deplored India's "unilateral" decision to suspend cross-LoC trade and rejected the allegations regarding its "misuse" by elements from across the border to smuggle weapons, narcotics, fake currency and foment terrorism.

Pakistan on Sunday deplored India's "unilateral" decision to suspend cross-LoC trade and rejected the allegations regarding its "misuse" by elements from across the border to smuggle weapons, narcotics, fake currency and foment terrorism. Hardening its stand against Pakistan, India on Thursday indefinitely suspended cross-border trade at two points along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir after reports of very large scale "misuse" of the cross-LoC trade. Pakistan's Foreign Office said the Indian action was based on "groundless accusations" that this mechanism is being used for smuggling, narcotics, fake currency and terrorism. "This litany is all too familiar and in line with India's frequent attempts to portray legitimate activities of the people," in Jammu & Kashmir as linked to terrorism, the FO said. The FO said the cross-LoC trade has been one of the functional Confidence-Building Measures (CBMs) between the two countries, which came about after arduous diplomatic efforts. "The unilateral suspension of this Kashmir-related CBM indicates that India is seeking to reverse even the modest gains made by the two countries in the diplomatic domain. Its suspension without consulting Pakistan is deeply regrettable," it said. The FO said the suspension of the cross-LoC trade adds to the economic hardship and further squeezes the segment of people who could modestly benefit from this facility. "In our view, there are better ways of dealing with issues relating to implementation, if any, than resorting to unilateral suspension of important CBMs," the FO said. "We urge India to refrain from taking unilateral measures and resolve differences through constructive engagement with a view to transitioning from conflict to cooperation," it added. The LoC trade, at present, is conducted through two trade facilitation centres located at Salamabad in Uri of Baramulla district, and Chakkan-da-Bagh in Poonch district.

Pakistan deplores India's decision to suspend cross-LoC trade

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A Vietnamese woman suspected of assassinating the North Korean leader's half-brother accepted a lesser charge Monday and looks set to be freed soon, after her Indonesian co-accused was released last month.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/isro-to-launch-defence-satellite-pslv-c45-from-sriharikota-today-207087">ISRO to launch defence satellite PSLV-C45 from Sriharikota today</a>

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is all set to launch&nbsp;PSLV-C45&nbsp;from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre at around 9:30 am today.

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Four terrorists belonging to the&nbsp;Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) were killed by security forces in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday. The terrorists were killed following an encounter in Lassipora area of Pulwama district.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkish-president-erdogans-ruling-akp-set-for-defeat-in-ankara-vote-207066">Turkish President Erdogan's ruling AKP suffers </a><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkish-president-erdogans-ruling-akp-set-for-defeat-in-ankara-vote-207066">setback</a><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkish-president-erdogans-ruling-akp-set-for-defeat-in-ankara-vote-207066"> in Ankara's local election</a>

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's AKP suffered a major blow in Sunday's local election with the ruling party set to lose the capital Ankara and risking defeat in the&nbsp;country's economic hub Istanbul.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/arabs-to-seek-un-security-council-action-on-golan-heights-207067">Arabs to seek UN Security Council action on Golan Heights&nbsp;</a>

Arab leaders said on Sunday they would seek a UN Security Council resolution against the US decision to recognize&nbsp;Israeli sovereignty&nbsp;over the Golan Heights and promised to support Palestinians in their bid for statehood.

Vietnam woman in Kim Jong-un's half-brother murder case accepts new charge, likely to walk free A Vietnamese woman suspected of assassinating the North Korean leader's half-brother accepted a lesser charge Monday and looks set to be freed soon, after her Indonesian co-accused was released last month.

Vietnam woman in Kim Jong-un's half-brother murder case accepts new charge, likely to walk free A Vietnamese woman suspected of assassinating the North Korean leader's half-brother accepted a lesser charge Monday and looks set to be freed soon, after her Indonesian co-accused was released last month. ISRO to launch defence satellite PSLV-C45 from Sriharikota today The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is all set to launch PSLV-C45 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre at around 9:30 am today. J&K: 4 LeT terrorists killed in encounter with security forces Four terrorists belonging to the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) were killed by security forces in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday. The terrorists were killed following an encounter in Lassipora area of Pulwama district. Turkish President Erdogan's ruling AKP suffers setback in Ankara's local election Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's AKP suffered a major blow in Sunday's local election with the ruling party set to lose the capital Ankara and risking defeat in the country's economic hub Istanbul. Arabs to seek UN Security Council action on Golan Heights Arab leaders said on Sunday they would seek a UN Security Council resolution against the US decision to recognize Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights and promised to support Palestinians in their bid for statehood.

News brief: Big stories of the day

An Army jawan was killed Sunday after being buried under an avalanche near the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district, officials said here.

Havaldar Satvir Singh succumbed to injuries after being hit by the avalanche in Kupwara in north Kashmir, an Army official said.

Chinar Corps Commander Lt Gen K J S Dhillon and all ranks offered condolences to the bereaved family, he said.

An Army jawan was killed Sunday after being buried under an avalanche near the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district, officials said here.

An Army jawan was killed Sunday after being buried under an avalanche near the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district, officials said here. Havaldar Satvir Singh succumbed to injuries after being hit by the avalanche in Kupwara in north Kashmir, an Army official said. Chinar Corps Commander Lt Gen K J S Dhillon and all ranks offered condolences to the bereaved family, he said.

Jammu & Kashmir: Army jawan killed in avalanche in Kupwara

Possible terror attack averted in cylinder blast

NIA: JeM terrorist Sajjad Khan was recruiting sleeper cells in Delhi-NCR

Three terrorists were killed in separate <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jammu-and-kashmir-army-jawan-killed-in-ceasefire-violation-along-loc-204022">encounters with security forces</a> on Friday in Shopian and Bandipora districts of Jammu and Kashmir, taking the number of ultras killed over the past 24 hours to five, officials said.

Two militants were killed in an overnight gunbattle in Hajin area of Bandipora district, an army official said.

The operation against the terrorists was started on Thursday but the security forces had to proceed with caution as two civilians had been taken hostage by the ultras, police said.

While one civilian was rescued Thursday evening, the other hostage -- reportedly a minor -- might have been killed during the operation, a police official said on condition of anonymity.

A police spokesman said a detailed statement on the operation will be issued very soon but did not elaborate about the fate of the civilian hostage.

A militant was killed on Friday in an encounter with security forces in Shopian district.

The security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Imamsahib area of Shopian in south Kashmir following information about presence of terrorists there, the army official said.

He said the terrorists opened fired on the security forces, who retaliated, triggering a gun battle.

One militant has been killed so far in the ongoing operation, the official said, adding that the identity and group affiliation of the slain ultra was being ascertained.

Another gun battle broke out between terrorists and security forces in Sopore area of north Kashmir's Baramulla district, a police official said.

He said no casualties have been reported so far in the operation that is going on in Warpora area of Sopore.

Two Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces at Kalantara in Baramulla district on Thursday while three security force personnel, including an officer, suffered injuries during the operation.

A police spokesman said one of the slain terrorists was Amir Rasool, a local from Sopore, while the other was a Pakistani national.&nbsp;

Three terrorists were killed in separate encounters with security forces on Friday in Shopian and Bandipora districts of Jammu and Kashmir, taking the number of ultras killed over the past 24 hours to five, officials said.

Three terrorists were killed in separate encounters with security forces on Friday in Shopian and Bandipora districts of Jammu and Kashmir, taking the number of ultras killed over the past 24 hours to five, officials said. Two militants were killed in an overnight gunbattle in Hajin area of Bandipora district, an army official said. The operation against the terrorists was started on Thursday but the security forces had to proceed with caution as two civilians had been taken hostage by the ultras, police said. While one civilian was rescued Thursday evening, the other hostage -- reportedly a minor -- might have been killed during the operation, a police official said on condition of anonymity. A police spokesman said a detailed statement on the operation will be issued very soon but did not elaborate about the fate of the civilian hostage. A militant was killed on Friday in an encounter with security forces in Shopian district. The security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Imamsahib area of Shopian in south Kashmir following information about presence of terrorists there, the army official said. He said the terrorists opened fired on the security forces, who retaliated, triggering a gun battle. One militant has been killed so far in the ongoing operation, the official said, adding that the identity and group affiliation of the slain ultra was being ascertained. Another gun battle broke out between terrorists and security forces in Sopore area of north Kashmir's Baramulla district, a police official said. He said no casualties have been reported so far in the operation that is going on in Warpora area of Sopore. Two Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces at Kalantara in Baramulla district on Thursday while three security force personnel, including an officer, suffered injuries during the operation. A police spokesman said one of the slain terrorists was Amir Rasool, a local from Sopore, while the other was a Pakistani national.

Jammu & Kashmir: Three terrorists killed in encounters in Shopian, Bandipora

Encounter underway at Sopore in Kashmir valley

A woman special police officer (SPO) was shot dead by terrorists in south Kashmir’s Shopian on Saturday afternoon.&nbsp;

SPO Khushboo Jan was shot by unidentified terrorists at her home in Vehil village following which she was shifted to a hospital for treatment. Later, she succumbed to critical wounds.

Following her killing, a large contingent of security forces has been deployed in the area to nab the attackers.

''We condemn this gruesome terror act and stand by her family at this critical juncture. Separately, police have registered a case and initiated investigation in the matter,'' J&amp;K police said in a statement.&nbsp;

SPOs are the lowest ranking officers in the police force and have become a frequent target of the terrorists, particularly in south Kashmir.

A woman special police officer (SPO) was shot dead by terrorists in south Kashmir’s Shopian on Saturday afternoon. SPO Khushboo Jan was shot by unidentified terrorists at her home in Vehil village following which she was shifted to a hospital for treatment.

A woman special police officer (SPO) was shot dead by terrorists in south Kashmir’s Shopian on Saturday afternoon. SPO Khushboo Jan was shot by unidentified terrorists at her home in Vehil village following which she was shifted to a hospital for treatment. Later, she succumbed to critical wounds. Following her killing, a large contingent of security forces has been deployed in the area to nab the attackers. ''We condemn this gruesome terror act and stand by her family at this critical juncture. Separately, police have registered a case and initiated investigation in the matter,'' J&K police said in a statement. SPOs are the lowest ranking officers in the police force and have become a frequent target of the terrorists, particularly in south Kashmir.

Jammu & Kashmir: SPO shot dead by terrorists in Shopian district

An encounter broke out Saturday between terrorists and security forces in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir, police said.

A brief exchange of fire took place between the forces and the ultras in Kulgam in south Kashmir, a police official said.

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He said the area has been cordoned off and searches were being carried out to track the terrorists.

So far, there has been no report of any casualty, he said.&nbsp;

Further details are awaited.

An encounter broke out Saturday between terrorists and security forces in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir, police said. A brief exchange of fire took place between the forces and the ultras in Kulgam in south Kashmir, a police official said.

An encounter broke out Saturday between terrorists and security forces in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir, police said. A brief exchange of fire took place between the forces and the ultras in Kulgam in south Kashmir, a police official said. Jammu and Kashmir Police: Brief exchange of fire at Kulgam; area under cordon. Details shall follow. pic.twitter.com/5YkKzAzIal — ANI (@ANI) March 16, 2019 × He said the area has been cordoned off and searches were being carried out to track the terrorists. So far, there has been no report of any casualty, he said. Further details are awaited.

Jammu & Kashmir: Encounter breaks out in Kulgam district 

A National Conference (NC) worker was shot at by terrorists in south Kashmir’s Bijbehara on Thursday highlighting the grim security situation in the valley.&nbsp;

The NC worker identified as Mohammad Ismail was shot by the terrorists near Thajiwara area in the evening following which searches were conducted in the area to nab the suspects.&nbsp;

Police said Ismail has received gunshot injuries and has been admitted to hospital for treatment.”&nbsp;

This is the first time a political leader has been targetted after the announcement of Lok Sabha polls in the state by the election commission of India. ECI has deferred state elections stating the security situation in the valley.&nbsp;

The National Conference said that the injured was its block President for Bijbehara.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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The incident has once again put the focus on the security situation in the valley, just ahead of the Lok Sabha polls.&nbsp;

Police registered a case and are investigating.&nbsp;

A National Conference (NC) worker was shot at by terrorists in south Kashmir’s Bijbehara on Thursday highlighting the grim security situation in the valley. The NC worker identified as Mohammad Ismail was shot by the terrorists near Thajiwara area in the evening following which searches were conducted in the area to nab the suspects.

A National Conference (NC) worker was shot at by terrorists in south Kashmir’s Bijbehara on Thursday highlighting the grim security situation in the valley. The NC worker identified as Mohammad Ismail was shot by the terrorists near Thajiwara area in the evening following which searches were conducted in the area to nab the suspects. Police said Ismail has received gunshot injuries and has been admitted to hospital for treatment.” This is the first time a political leader has been targetted after the announcement of Lok Sabha polls in the state by the election commission of India. ECI has deferred state elections stating the security situation in the valley. The National Conference said that the injured was its block President for Bijbehara. My @JKNC_ colleague Mohd Ismail Wani, block President Bijbehara block in South Kashmir of has been shot & injured. He has been referred to Srinagar. Praying for his recovery. — Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah) March 14, 2019 × The incident has once again put the focus on the security situation in the valley, just ahead of the Lok Sabha polls. Police registered a case and are investigating.

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Srinagar, Jammu and Leh airports were Wednesday closed for civilian air traffic shortly after an IAF jet crashed in Budgam district and amid an escalation of cross-Line of Control shelling between armies of India and Pakistan.

"The civilian air traffic has been suspended temporarily in view of the emergency," an official of the Airport Authority of India told PTI.

While the official did not specify the nature of the emergency, it is believed the step was taken in view of an IAF jet crashing in Budgam district this morning.

Jammu and Leh's airports have also been closed for civilian traffic.

The flare-up in the cross-LoC shelling, which was initiated by Pakistani troops in early hours of Wednesday has also resulted in security forces and other establishments being put on a heightened alert.

Srinagar, Jammu and Leh airports were Wednesday closed for civilian air traffic shortly after an IAF jet crashed in Budgam district and amid an escalation of cross-Line of Control shelling between armies of India and Pakistan.

Srinagar, Jammu and Leh airports were Wednesday closed for civilian air traffic shortly after an IAF jet crashed in Budgam district and amid an escalation of cross-Line of Control shelling between armies of India and Pakistan. "The civilian air traffic has been suspended temporarily in view of the emergency," an official of the Airport Authority of India told PTI. While the official did not specify the nature of the emergency, it is believed the step was taken in view of an IAF jet crashing in Budgam district this morning. Jammu and Leh's airports have also been closed for civilian traffic. The flare-up in the cross-LoC shelling, which was initiated by Pakistani troops in early hours of Wednesday has also resulted in security forces and other establishments being put on a heightened alert.

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