<p>An unidentified terrorist and a soldier were killed in an overnight encounter in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara district, officials said on July 24.</p>

<p>The Army and police had launched an anti-terrorist operation in the Lolab area of Kupwara a few days ago following information about possible terrorist movements, the officials said.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-soldier-killed-in-line-of-duty-in-jammus-poonch-743570">Indian soldier killed in line of duty as Army foils infiltration bid in Jammu’s Poonch</a></strong></p>

<p>The security forces established contact with the hiding terrorists on Tuesday, leading to an encounter, they added.</p>

<p>“Based on specific input regarding presence of terrorists in general area Kowut, Kupwara, a Joint Search Operation was launched by #IndianArmy and @JmuKmrPolice on days leading up to 23 July 2024,” the Srinagar-based Chinar Corps posted on X.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;J&amp;K: Terrorist killed in encounter in Kupwara, one militant eliminated &amp; one soldier injured</strong></p>

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<p>It said suspicious movements were noticed on Tuesday and the suspects were challenged by vigilant troops. In response, the terrorists opened indiscriminate fire, leading to a gunbattle.</p>

<p>“In the ensuing firefight, one terrorist has been eliminated and a NCO injured. Operation is in progress,” the Army added on the microblogging platform.</p>

<p>The officials said the injured soldier later succumbed to his injuries.</p>

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An unidentified terrorist and a soldier were killed in an overnight encounter in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara district, officials said on July 24. The Army and police had launched an anti-terrorist operation in the Lolab area of Kupwara a few days ago following information about possible terrorist movements, the officials said.

An unidentified terrorist and a soldier were killed in an overnight encounter in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara district, officials said on July 24. The Army and police had launched an anti-terrorist operation in the Lolab area of Kupwara a few days ago following information about possible terrorist movements, the officials said. Also read | Indian soldier killed in line of duty as Army foils infiltration bid in Jammu’s Poonch The security forces established contact with the hiding terrorists on Tuesday, leading to an encounter, they added. “Based on specific input regarding presence of terrorists in general area Kowut, Kupwara, a Joint Search Operation was launched by #IndianArmy and @JmuKmrPolice on days leading up to 23 July 2024,” the Srinagar-based Chinar Corps posted on X. Also watch | J&K: Terrorist killed in encounter in Kupwara, one militant eliminated & one soldier injured × It said suspicious movements were noticed on Tuesday and the suspects were challenged by vigilant troops. In response, the terrorists opened indiscriminate fire, leading to a gunbattle. “In the ensuing firefight, one terrorist has been eliminated and a NCO injured. Operation is in progress,” the Army added on the microblogging platform. The officials said the injured soldier later succumbed to his injuries. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Kupwara encounter: Terrorist killed, one soldier injured

Five terrorists have been killed in an encounter in Kashmir today. The operation was carried out jointly by the Indian army and the Kashmir police. It took place in the Juma Gund area of Kashmir Kupwara District the operation was based on intelligence from the Kupwara police.

India: Five terrorists killed in Kashmir

<p>A militant who was killed in an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district along with a top Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) commander was identified as a Pakistani ultra, police on Thursday said.</p>

<p>They said the Pakistani terrorist named Danish was killed in the encounter on Wednesday.</p>

<p>Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir Vijay Kumar said the killing of the two militants was a big achievement for the security forces.</p>

<p>Kumar on Wednesday had said that one of the slain militants was LeT commander Naseer-u-din Lone, who was involved in killing of three CRPF jawans at Sopore on April 18 and another three CRPF jawans at Handwara on May 4 this year.</p>

<p>He said an AK-47 rifle, which was snatched from a CRPF jawan after the attack at Vangam Handwara on May 4, was recovered from Lone. This proved his involvement in the killing of the three CRPF jawans, he said on Thursday.</p>

<p>Killing of Lone and Danish is a big achievement for the forces, the IGP Kashmir said.</p>

<p>The Kashmir Zone Police on its official Twitter page uploaded a CCTV grab purportedly showing Lone firing on CRPF jawans at Aahad Baba Chowk in Sopore on April 18. The police wrote "justice done" on August 19 in the tweet.</p>

<p>The encounter at Ganipora Kralgund area of Handwara in north Kashmir's Kupwara district started after security forces cordoned off the area and launched a search operation.</p>

<p>The encounter was the second such operation on Wednesday. Earlier in the day, security forces killed two militants in Shopian district in south Kashmir.</p>


A militant who was killed in an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district along with a top Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) commander was identified as a Pakistani ultra, police on Thursday said.

A militant who was killed in an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district along with a top Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) commander was identified as a Pakistani ultra, police on Thursday said. They said the Pakistani terrorist named Danish was killed in the encounter on Wednesday. Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir Vijay Kumar said the killing of the two militants was a big achievement for the security forces. Kumar on Wednesday had said that one of the slain militants was LeT commander Naseer-u-din Lone, who was involved in killing of three CRPF jawans at Sopore on April 18 and another three CRPF jawans at Handwara on May 4 this year. He said an AK-47 rifle, which was snatched from a CRPF jawan after the attack at Vangam Handwara on May 4, was recovered from Lone. This proved his involvement in the killing of the three CRPF jawans, he said on Thursday. Killing of Lone and Danish is a big achievement for the forces, the IGP Kashmir said. The Kashmir Zone Police on its official Twitter page uploaded a CCTV grab purportedly showing Lone firing on CRPF jawans at Aahad Baba Chowk in Sopore on April 18. The police wrote "justice done" on August 19 in the tweet. The encounter at Ganipora Kralgund area of Handwara in north Kashmir's Kupwara district started after security forces cordoned off the area and launched a search operation. The encounter was the second such operation on Wednesday. Earlier in the day, security forces killed two militants in Shopian district in south Kashmir.

Militant killed in Kupwara encounter identified as Pakistani

<p>One terrorist was gunned down in Jammu and Kashmir's Handwara town during the encounter between security forces and terrorists, news agency ANI reported.</p>

<p>The Friday's encounter comes days after the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/handwara-encounter-encounter-between-security-forces-terrorists-enters-third-day-200838">72-hour long encounter in Handwara</a>.</p>

<p>Another terrorist is believed to be trapped in the joint operation of security forces.&nbsp;The area meanwhile has&nbsp;been cordoned off.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Internet services have also been suspended.</p>

<p>As the operation is still underway more details are awaited.</p>

<p>Earlier this week, an encounter broke on February 28 around 3 pm which continued for 72-hours and ended on March 3 at around 4 pm.</p>

<p>Based on credible input about the presence of terrorists in Baba Gund area of Kralgund in Handwara, a search operation was launched jointly by local police and the security forces. Following which gunfire was triggered which continued for three days.</p>

<p>In the encounter, five security personnel and one civilian were killed in the exchange of gunfire.</p>

<p>Two terrorists affiliated with Lashkar-e-Taiba, including one Pakistani national were also killed in the encounter.</p>

<p>According to a report 10 to 12 houses were bombed by armed forces eight others were partially damaged.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, <a href="Lashkar-e-Taiba">two terrorists were also killed</a> on Tuesday in&nbsp;Tral area of south Kashmir district of Pulwama. One civilian was also injured during the exchange of gunfire.</p>

<p>The security situation is tense in Jammu and Kashmir since February 14 after over 40 CRPF personnel were killed in a terrorist attack in Pulwama district.</p>

<p>Masood Azhar led Jaish-e-Mohammed, listed by the United Nations as a terror group, had claimed responsibility for the attack.</p>

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One terrorist was gunned down in Jammu and Kashmir's Handwara town during the encounter between security forces and terrorists, news agency ANI reported. The Friday's encounter comes days after the 72-hour long encounter in Handwara.

One terrorist was gunned down in Jammu and Kashmir's Handwara town during the encounter between security forces and terrorists, news agency ANI reported. The Friday's encounter comes days after the 72-hour long encounter in Handwara. Another terrorist is believed to be trapped in the joint operation of security forces. The area meanwhile has been cordoned off. Internet services have also been suspended. As the operation is still underway more details are awaited. Earlier this week, an encounter broke on February 28 around 3 pm which continued for 72-hours and ended on March 3 at around 4 pm. Based on credible input about the presence of terrorists in Baba Gund area of Kralgund in Handwara, a search operation was launched jointly by local police and the security forces. Following which gunfire was triggered which continued for three days. In the encounter, five security personnel and one civilian were killed in the exchange of gunfire. Two terrorists affiliated with Lashkar-e-Taiba, including one Pakistani national were also killed in the encounter. According to a report 10 to 12 houses were bombed by armed forces eight others were partially damaged. Meanwhile, two terrorists were also killed on Tuesday in Tral area of south Kashmir district of Pulwama. One civilian was also injured during the exchange of gunfire. The security situation is tense in Jammu and Kashmir since February 14 after over 40 CRPF personnel were killed in a terrorist attack in Pulwama district. Masood Azhar led Jaish-e-Mohammed, listed by the United Nations as a terror group, had claimed responsibility for the attack.

J&K: One terrorist gunned down in Handwara encounter; search operation underway

J&K: Encounter in Kupwara, Bodies of 2 terrorists recovered

Jammu & Kashmir: 5 security personnel, 1 civilian killed in Kupwara encounter

<p>An encounter is underway between security forces and terrorists Handwara town of Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir.</p>

<p>According to the report, two to three terrorists are believed to be trapped.</p>

<p>The area has now been cordoned off by the security officials.</p>

<p>Internet services are also suspended in the area.</p>

<p>Further details regarding the encounter are awaited.</p>

<p>A number of militants have been killed by security forces in recent months, including the Lashkar's Abu Dujana and the Hizbul's Sabzar Ahmed Bhat, indicating a ramping up of anti-militant activity. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Pakistan violated ceasefire in Krishna Ghati sector along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch on Wednesday. One soldier has been injured in the incident.</p>

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<p>Last month, three simultaneous encounters were reported between terrorists and security personnel in several areas of Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The encounters were reported from Dooru Shahabad in Anantnag district, Noorbagh in Srinagar city, and Chadoora in Budgam district.</p>

<p>One terrorist was killed in Dooru and two were killed in the Budgam encounter.</p>

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An encounter is underway between security forces and terrorists Handwara town of Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir. According to the report, two to three terrorists are believed to be trapped.

An encounter is underway between security forces and terrorists Handwara town of Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir. According to the report, two to three terrorists are believed to be trapped. The area has now been cordoned off by the security officials. Internet services are also suspended in the area. Further details regarding the encounter are awaited. A number of militants have been killed by security forces in recent months, including the Lashkar's Abu Dujana and the Hizbul's Sabzar Ahmed Bhat, indicating a ramping up of anti-militant activity. Meanwhile, Pakistan violated ceasefire in Krishna Ghati sector along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch on Wednesday. One soldier has been injured in the incident. Jammu and Kashmir: Pakistan violated ceasefire in Krishna Ghati sector along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch last night. One jawan injured pic.twitter.com/IfMdVuFHv6 — ANI (@ANI) October 11, 2018 × Last month, three simultaneous encounters were reported between terrorists and security personnel in several areas of Jammu and Kashmir. The encounters were reported from Dooru Shahabad in Anantnag district, Noorbagh in Srinagar city, and Chadoora in Budgam district. One terrorist was killed in Dooru and two were killed in the Budgam encounter.

J&K: Encounter between security forces and terrorists underway in Kupwara

<p>At least two terrorists were gunned in Handwara town of Kupwara district in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday in an ongoing encounter between security officials and terrorists.</p>

<p>According to a report by ANI, arms and ammunition were recovered.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Identities of the slain terrorists are yet to be ascertained.</p>

<p>The area has now been cordoned off by the security officials.</p>

<p>Internet services are also suspended in the area.</p>

<p>As the operation is still underway,&nbsp;further details regarding the encounter are awaited.</p>

<p>A number of militants have been killed by security forces in recent months, including the Lashkar's Abu Dujana and the Hizbul's Sabzar Ahmed Bhat, indicating a ramping up of anti-militant activity. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Pakistan violated ceasefire in Krishna Ghati sector along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch on Wednesday. One soldier has been injured in the incident.</p>

<p>Last month, three simultaneous encounters were reported between terrorists and security personnel in several areas of Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The encounters were reported from Dooru Shahabad in Anantnag district, Noorbagh in Srinagar city, and Chadoora in Budgam district.</p>

<p>One terrorist was killed in Dooru and two were killed in the Budgam encounter.</p>


At least two terrorists were gunned in Handwara town of Kupwara district in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday in an ongoing encounter between security officials and terrorists.

At least two terrorists were gunned in Handwara town of Kupwara district in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday in an ongoing encounter between security officials and terrorists. According to a report by ANI, arms and ammunition were recovered. Two terrorists killed in Handwara encounter. Arms and ammunition recovered. Identities of the slain terrorists are yet to be ascertained. Operation continues: J&K police https://t.co/0WKsON9bEH — ANI (@ANI) October 11, 2018 × Identities of the slain terrorists are yet to be ascertained. The area has now been cordoned off by the security officials. Internet services are also suspended in the area. As the operation is still underway, further details regarding the encounter are awaited. A number of militants have been killed by security forces in recent months, including the Lashkar's Abu Dujana and the Hizbul's Sabzar Ahmed Bhat, indicating a ramping up of anti-militant activity. Meanwhile, Pakistan violated ceasefire in Krishna Ghati sector along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch on Wednesday. One soldier has been injured in the incident. Last month, three simultaneous encounters were reported between terrorists and security personnel in several areas of Jammu and Kashmir. The encounters were reported from Dooru Shahabad in Anantnag district, Noorbagh in Srinagar city, and Chadoora in Budgam district. One terrorist was killed in Dooru and two were killed in the Budgam encounter.

J&K: 2 Terrorists killed in ongoing encounter in Handwara

<p>Security forces gunned down 5 terrorists in ongoing operations in Kupwara&#39;s Halmatpora.</p>

<p>According to the reports, five&nbsp;security personnel including 3 Army soldiers &amp; 2 SOG jawans martyred. Search operation still underway.</p>

<p>Jammu and Kashmir DGP S P Vaid confirmed that five militants were killed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>&ldquo;Total 5 terrorists killed in Kupwara encounter,&rdquo; he Tweeted.</p>

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<p>A senior officer said there was a possibility of four to six terrorists hiding in the area. &ldquo;The Army is still busy in this operation and we have reports that these terrorists had infiltrated recently,&rdquo; the officer said.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Operation is at controlling stage, searches are underway at some places. We have recovered arms &amp; ammunition in large quantity, all those killed are foreign terrorists. Prima facie it appears they are related to LeT: SP Pani, IGP <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Kashmir?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Kashmir</a> on Kupwara encounter. <a href="https://t.co/1Va4bKzHsN">pic.twitter.com/1Va4bKzHsN</a></p>
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<p>According to reports, the security forces are believed to be carrying out a massive door-to-door search in suspicion of more terrorists possibly hiding in the area.</p>

<p>The entire area surrounding the encounter site has been cordoned off after intelligence agencies warned of the possibility of more terrorists hiding in the dense forest area and waiting to strike at the opportune moment.</p>


A senior officer said there was a possibility of four to six terrorists hiding in the area.

Security forces gunned down 5 terrorists in ongoing operations in Kupwara's Halmatpora. According to the reports, five security personnel including 3 Army soldiers & 2 SOG jawans martyred. Search operation still underway. Jammu and Kashmir DGP S P Vaid confirmed that five militants were killed. “Total 5 terrorists killed in Kupwara encounter,” he Tweeted. Total 5 terrorists killed in Kupwara encounter. — Shesh Paul Vaid (@spvaid) March 21, 2018 × A senior officer said there was a possibility of four to six terrorists hiding in the area. “The Army is still busy in this operation and we have reports that these terrorists had infiltrated recently,” the officer said. Operation is at controlling stage, searches are underway at some places. We have recovered arms & ammunition in large quantity, all those killed are foreign terrorists. Prima facie it appears they are related to LeT: SP Pani, IGP #Kashmir on Kupwara encounter. pic.twitter.com/1Va4bKzHsN — ANI (@ANI) March 22, 2018 × According to reports, the security forces are believed to be carrying out a massive door-to-door search in suspicion of more terrorists possibly hiding in the area. The entire area surrounding the encounter site has been cordoned off after intelligence agencies warned of the possibility of more terrorists hiding in the dense forest area and waiting to strike at the opportune moment.

Kupwara encounter: 5 terrorists killed, search operation underway

<p>An army soldier was killed and two injured in an encounter between security forces and terrorists in the Keran sector of Jammu and Kashmir&#39;s Kupwara district today morning.</p>

<p>A terrorist was killed in the gun-battle broke out at the Choken Post in Keran sector near the Line of Control at around 7.30 am, officials said.</p>

<p>The encounter is currently underway, officials added.</p>

<p>Yesterday,<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/soldier-three-let-terrorists-killed-in-kashmir-24767"> a soldier and three terrorists of the Pakistani Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT)&nbsp;were killed</a>&nbsp;in two gunfights in&nbsp;Kupwara district, police and army soldiers confirmed.</p>


The encounter is currently underway, officials added

An army soldier was killed and two injured in an encounter between security forces and terrorists in the Keran sector of Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district today morning. A terrorist was killed in the gun-battle broke out at the Choken Post in Keran sector near the Line of Control at around 7.30 am, officials said. The encounter is currently underway, officials added. Yesterday, a soldier and three terrorists of the Pakistani Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) were killed in two gunfights in Kupwara district, police and army soldiers confirmed.

J&K: Army soldier killed in encounter in Kupwara

<p>An encounter is underway between security forces and militants in Jammu and Kashmir&#39;s Kupwara.</p>

<p>News reports said&nbsp;two to three militants are believed to be trapped.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A number of militants have been killed by security forces in recent months, including the Lashkar&#39;s Abu Dujana and the Hizbul&#39;s Sabzar Ahmed Bhat, indicating a ramping up of anti-militant activity.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Prime Minister Modi&#39;s Independence Day speech -- in which he spoke&nbsp;of&nbsp;&quot;loving and embracing&quot; all Kashmiris -- however might be indicative of a slight watering down of the government&#39;s position.&nbsp;</p>

<p>&quot;Na goli se, na gaali se Kashmir ki samasya hal hogi (Neither bullets nor brickbats will solve the Kashmir issue)&quot;, the PM had said, adding, &quot;It will only be solved by love and by embracing all Kashmiris&quot;.&nbsp;</p>

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Two to three militants are believed to be trapped

An encounter is underway between security forces and militants in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara. News reports said two to three militants are believed to be trapped. A number of militants have been killed by security forces in recent months, including the Lashkar's Abu Dujana and the Hizbul's Sabzar Ahmed Bhat, indicating a ramping up of anti-militant activity. Prime Minister Modi's Independence Day speech -- in which he spoke of "loving and embracing" all Kashmiris -- however might be indicative of a slight watering down of the government's position. "Na goli se, na gaali se Kashmir ki samasya hal hogi (Neither bullets nor brickbats will solve the Kashmir issue)", the PM had said, adding, "It will only be solved by love and by embracing all Kashmiris".

Kashmir: Encounter underway between security forces, militants in Kupwara

<p>An Indian Army captain and two other soldiers were today killed as terrorists&nbsp;attacked an Army camp in Kashmir&#39;s Kupwara district.</p>

<p>Two militants have bee killed by the security forces. Reports said a protester was also killed in the clash with the Army while demanding bodies of terrorists killed during the encounter.</p>

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<p>The encounter&nbsp;took place at Panjgaon at Chowkibal when militants, suspected to be of terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammad stormed the battalion camp which is in-charge of road opening duties on the crucial roads in this area, PTI reported.</p>

<p>The Indian Army officer who has been killed in the attack has been identified as Captain Ayush, PTI quoted official sources as saying.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">2 terrorists killed, search&amp;sanitation ops in progress;recovery of 1 additional AK-47 indicates presence of 3rd terrorist: Army <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Kupwara?src=hash">#Kupwara</a> <a href="https://t.co/GJ9a1NcIcK">pic.twitter.com/GJ9a1NcIcK</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Search op for third terrorist on.Identity of terrorists being ascertained; material found points likely towards foreign terrorists: Army <a href="https://t.co/LCfdkxVOkh">pic.twitter.com/LCfdkxVOkh</a></p>
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The incident took place at Panjgaon at Chowkibal when militants, suspected to be of terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammad stormed the battalion camp

An Indian Army captain and two other soldiers were today killed as terrorists attacked an Army camp in Kashmir's Kupwara district. Two militants have bee killed by the security forces. Reports said a protester was also killed in the clash with the Army while demanding bodies of terrorists killed during the encounter. J&K: A protester was killed in Panzgam area of Kupwara in clash with Army while demanding bodies of terrorists killed during encounter — ANI (@ANI_news) April 27, 2017 × The encounter took place at Panjgaon at Chowkibal when militants, suspected to be of terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammad stormed the battalion camp which is in-charge of road opening duties on the crucial roads in this area, PTI reported. The Indian Army officer who has been killed in the attack has been identified as Captain Ayush, PTI quoted official sources as saying. 2 terrorists killed, search&sanitation ops in progress;recovery of 1 additional AK-47 indicates presence of 3rd terrorist: Army #Kupwara pic.twitter.com/GJ9a1NcIcK — ANI (@ANI_news) April 27, 2017 × Search op for third terrorist on.Identity of terrorists being ascertained; material found points likely towards foreign terrorists: Army pic.twitter.com/LCfdkxVOkh — ANI (@ANI_news) April 27, 2017 × (WION with inputs from agencies)

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