Indian and Chinese armies rushed in additional troops in areas around Pangong Tso lake and Galwan Valley in Ladakh

Tensions rise between India and China near Ladakh's Pangong Tso Lake

The rift between Indian and Chinese troops at the Line of Control has been on the rise. In eastern Ladakh close to 250 Indian and Chinese are engaged in a tense standoff along the Pangong TSO and Galwan valley.

India-China stand-off at Pangong TSO lake | Indian Army increases troop development

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has stumbled upon "evidence" of funding of terror groups through cross-border trade during its probe into the case of Deputy Superintendent of Police Davinder Singh who was caught escorting militants out of Kashmir Valley, officials said on Sunday.

The officials said NIA investigators grilled self-styled commander of the banned Hizbul Mujahideen terror group Syed Naveed Mushtaq Ahmed alias Naveed Babu, who was caught with Singh, about the funding of the organisation and the way they had been in touch with their masters in Pakistan.

The agency has stumbled upon "evidence" of terror financing through cross-LoC trade during Naveed Babu's questioning, they said.

The NIA had registered a case against unknown people in connection with the trade across the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir in 2016 and carried out raids at trade facilitation centres in Salamabad in Kashmir's Baramulla district and Chakan-da-bagh in Poonch district of Jammu.

During its probe in the past four years, the NIA had been unable to find the final beneficiary of the money received from traders, the officials said, adding that after Naveed's questioning the agency had got a vital link.

The officials said that some more people were likely to be picked up for questioning in the case as the probe in the DySP's case has brought the four-year-old case to focus.

Recently LoC trade organisation president Tanveer Ahmed Wani was arrested by the NIA and was being questioned.

The cross-LoC trade, started in 2008 as a confidence-building measure between India and Pakistan, was stopped in April last year by the Centre citing "funnelling of illegal weapons, narcotics and fake currency".

"The action has been taken after reports that the cross-LoC trade routes are being misused by Pakistan-based elements for funnelling illegal weapons, narcotics and fake currency, etc.," the government had said then.

The officials said that they did not rule out the possibility of arrested police officer Singh having knowledge about the funding pattern through trade as he had been associated with Naveed Babu for long.

Singh was arrested last month along with Naveed, Hizbul Mujahideen terrorist Rafi Ahmed Rather and Irfan Shafi Mir, who claims to be an advocate. He is at present in judicial custody.

The officials said that if need be Singh and others could be summoned in connection with the LoC trade case as well.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has stumbled upon "evidence" of funding of terror groups through cross-border trade during its probe into the case of Deputy Superintendent of Police Davinder Singh who was caught escorting militants out of Kashmir Valley, officials said on Sunday.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has stumbled upon "evidence" of funding of terror groups through cross-border trade during its probe into the case of Deputy Superintendent of Police Davinder Singh who was caught escorting militants out of Kashmir Valley, officials said on Sunday. The officials said NIA investigators grilled self-styled commander of the banned Hizbul Mujahideen terror group Syed Naveed Mushtaq Ahmed alias Naveed Babu, who was caught with Singh, about the funding of the organisation and the way they had been in touch with their masters in Pakistan. The agency has stumbled upon "evidence" of terror financing through cross-LoC trade during Naveed Babu's questioning, they said. The NIA had registered a case against unknown people in connection with the trade across the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir in 2016 and carried out raids at trade facilitation centres in Salamabad in Kashmir's Baramulla district and Chakan-da-bagh in Poonch district of Jammu. During its probe in the past four years, the NIA had been unable to find the final beneficiary of the money received from traders, the officials said, adding that after Naveed's questioning the agency had got a vital link. The officials said that some more people were likely to be picked up for questioning in the case as the probe in the DySP's case has brought the four-year-old case to focus. Recently LoC trade organisation president Tanveer Ahmed Wani was arrested by the NIA and was being questioned. The cross-LoC trade, started in 2008 as a confidence-building measure between India and Pakistan, was stopped in April last year by the Centre citing "funnelling of illegal weapons, narcotics and fake currency". "The action has been taken after reports that the cross-LoC trade routes are being misused by Pakistan-based elements for funnelling illegal weapons, narcotics and fake currency, etc.," the government had said then. The officials said that they did not rule out the possibility of arrested police officer Singh having knowledge about the funding pattern through trade as he had been associated with Naveed Babu for long. Singh was arrested last month along with Naveed, Hizbul Mujahideen terrorist Rafi Ahmed Rather and Irfan Shafi Mir, who claims to be an advocate. He is at present in judicial custody. The officials said that if need be Singh and others could be summoned in connection with the LoC trade case as well.

NIA finds 'evidence' of terror funding through cross-LoC trade during Jammu officer case probe

On his first visit to the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir after assuming charge, Army Chief Gen. Manoj Mukund Naravane on Thursday interacted with the troops and asked them to remain prepared for all contingencies.

He also met Lt Governor G C Murmu at Raj Bhavan here and discussed issues concerning effective management of internal and external security, particularly in the context of infiltration attempts and the ongoing anti-terrorist operations, officials said.

Gen Naravane took charge as Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) on January 1 and arrived here on Wednesday evening on a two-day visit to the newly created Union Territory.

Accompanied by General-officer-commanding, Northern Command, Lt Gen Ranbir Singh, he visited troops along the LoC to review the prevailing situation and operational readiness of the units of Jammu-based White Knight Corps, a defence spokesperson said.

Gen Naravane was briefed by General Officer Commanding, White Knight Corps, Lt Gen Harsha Gupta and some commanders.

He also interacted with the soldiers and lauded their unwavering dedication to duty and high standards of professionalism.

Earlier in the day, the Army chief visited headquarters of the Northern Command at Udhampur where he was briefed by Lt Gen Ranbir Singh on the prevailing situation along the LoC and also in the hinterland.

Gen Naravane appreciated the efforts of the Northern Command to meet the challenges posed by inimical elements, the spokesperson said.

"The need to remain prepared for all contingencies was reinforced by the COAS," the spokesperson said, adding that he also expressed satisfaction over the people friendly measures undertaken by the Army.

A Raj Bhavan spokesman said during his meeting with the Army chief, Murmu appreciated the synergy between the Army, other security forces and the civil administration in maintaining law and order.

The Lt Governor lauded the Army's role in safeguarding the territorial integrity and the internal security of Jammu and Kashmir while conducting successful anti-terrorist operations in coordination with local police and central armed police forces in the hinterland, the spokesman said.

On his first visit to the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir after assuming charge, Army Chief Gen. Manoj Mukund Naravane on Thursday interacted with the troops and asked them to remain prepared for all contingencies.

On his first visit to the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir after assuming charge, Army Chief Gen. Manoj Mukund Naravane on Thursday interacted with the troops and asked them to remain prepared for all contingencies. He also met Lt Governor G C Murmu at Raj Bhavan here and discussed issues concerning effective management of internal and external security, particularly in the context of infiltration attempts and the ongoing anti-terrorist operations, officials said. Gen Naravane took charge as Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) on January 1 and arrived here on Wednesday evening on a two-day visit to the newly created Union Territory. Accompanied by General-officer-commanding, Northern Command, Lt Gen Ranbir Singh, he visited troops along the LoC to review the prevailing situation and operational readiness of the units of Jammu-based White Knight Corps, a defence spokesperson said. Gen Naravane was briefed by General Officer Commanding, White Knight Corps, Lt Gen Harsha Gupta and some commanders. He also interacted with the soldiers and lauded their unwavering dedication to duty and high standards of professionalism. Earlier in the day, the Army chief visited headquarters of the Northern Command at Udhampur where he was briefed by Lt Gen Ranbir Singh on the prevailing situation along the LoC and also in the hinterland. Gen Naravane appreciated the efforts of the Northern Command to meet the challenges posed by inimical elements, the spokesperson said. "The need to remain prepared for all contingencies was reinforced by the COAS," the spokesperson said, adding that he also expressed satisfaction over the people friendly measures undertaken by the Army. A Raj Bhavan spokesman said during his meeting with the Army chief, Murmu appreciated the synergy between the Army, other security forces and the civil administration in maintaining law and order. The Lt Governor lauded the Army's role in safeguarding the territorial integrity and the internal security of Jammu and Kashmir while conducting successful anti-terrorist operations in coordination with local police and central armed police forces in the hinterland, the spokesman said.

Be prepared for all contingencies, Army chief tells troops during maiden LoC visit

Days after Pakistan's all-weather friend China raised the Kashmir issue at a closed-door meeting of the UNSC, Pakistan PM Imran Khan seems to have gone back to his Kashmir agenda.

In a series of tweets posted earlier today, Khan continued with his false allegations of atrocities in Kashmir and called for UN intervention.

"As Indian Occupation forces continue to target &amp; kill civilians across the LOC with increasing intensity &amp; frequency, there is an urgent need for UN SC to insist India allow UNMOGIP return to IOJK-side of LOC. We fear an Indian false flag operation," Khan tweeted out.

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-should-more-more-to-take-non-reversible-action-terror-united-kingdom-274667">Pakistan should do more to take non-reversible action against terror, says United Kingdom</a>

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"I want to make clear to India and the international community that if India continues its military attacks killing civilians across LOC, Pakistan will find it increasingly difficult to remain an inactive observer along the LOC," his tweet read.&nbsp;

Khan, in his address to the nation on August 14, last year had called for protests by overseas Pakistanis at Indian consulates across the world.

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He tried to get China to raise the issue twice at the UNSC including as recently as last week. None of the other P5 members backed Pakistan's claims.

The world community has refused to intervene in the matter with many Islamic nations like the Maldives and Bangladesh backing India's stand on Jammu and Kashmir, describing it being <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/article-370-abrogation-indias-internal-matter-other-countries-shouldnt-comment-on-it-maldives-foreign-minister-abdulla-shahid-to-wion-251932">India's internal matter</a>.

Days after Pakistan's all-weather friend China raised the Kashmir issue at a closed-door meeting of the UNSC, Pakistan PM Imran Khan seems to have gone back to his Kashmir agenda.

Days after Pakistan's all-weather friend China raised the Kashmir issue at a closed-door meeting of the UNSC, Pakistan PM Imran Khan seems to have gone back to his Kashmir agenda. In a series of tweets posted earlier today, Khan continued with his false allegations of atrocities in Kashmir and called for UN intervention. "As Indian Occupation forces continue to target & kill civilians across the LOC with increasing intensity & frequency, there is an urgent need for UN SC to insist India allow UNMOGIP return to IOJK-side of LOC. We fear an Indian false flag operation," Khan tweeted out. Also read: Pakistan should do more to take non-reversible action against terror, says United Kingdom I want to make clear to India and the international community that if India continues its military attacks killing civilians across LOC, Pakistan will find it increasingly difficult to remain an inactive observer along the LOC. — Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) January 19, 2020 × "I want to make clear to India and the international community that if India continues its military attacks killing civilians across LOC, Pakistan will find it increasingly difficult to remain an inactive observer along the LOC," his tweet read. Khan, in his address to the nation on August 14, last year had called for protests by overseas Pakistanis at Indian consulates across the world. Watch | '#Pakistan won't remain an inactive observer' Pak PM @ImranKhanPTI hints at state-backed terror? More on this by #WION's @MollyGambhir pic.twitter.com/LDJ2PXwPt4 — WION (@WIONews) January 19, 2020 × He tried to get China to raise the issue twice at the UNSC including as recently as last week. None of the other P5 members backed Pakistan's claims. The world community has refused to intervene in the matter with many Islamic nations like the Maldives and Bangladesh backing India's stand on Jammu and Kashmir, describing it being India's internal matter.

Pakistan won't remain inactive observer along LoC: Imran Khan

In the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, the security forces have been maintaining a tight vision to prevent any attempts of infiltrators. As we welcome the New Year 2020 the security forces have been battling the harsh winter while patrolling the Line of Control. Watch report: #NewYear #LoC #IndianForces #IndianArmy

Fineprint: Indian forces celebrating New Year along LoC

At least 18 houses have suffered damages after Pakistan army violated ceasefire in north Kashmir’s Tanghdar sector during the intervening night, officials said.

A police official told WION that Pakistan army used heavy weaponry and targeted Indian positions and villages resulting in damage to houses in Taad Teetwal village.&nbsp;

“Around 18 houses have suffered heavy to partial damage due to the shelling last night,” the officer said adding that there was no loss of life or injuries and the firing had stopped.&nbsp;

On December 25, one army officer and a girl were killed in Pakistan shelling in Baramulla’s Uri sector.&nbsp;

The Line of Control (LoC) between India and Pakistan has been on the boil with a spike in the number of ceasefire violations ever since India abrogated J&amp;K special status and bifurcated the state into two union territories.

At least 18 houses have suffered damages after Pakistan army violated ceasefire in north Kashmir’s Tanghdar sector during the intervening night, officials said. A police official told WION that Pakistan army used heavy weaponry and targeted Indian positions and villages resulting in damage to houses in Taad Teetwal village.

At least 18 houses have suffered damages after Pakistan army violated ceasefire in north Kashmir’s Tanghdar sector during the intervening night, officials said. A police official told WION that Pakistan army used heavy weaponry and targeted Indian positions and villages resulting in damage to houses in Taad Teetwal village. “Around 18 houses have suffered heavy to partial damage due to the shelling last night,” the officer said adding that there was no loss of life or injuries and the firing had stopped. On December 25, one army officer and a girl were killed in Pakistan shelling in Baramulla’s Uri sector. The Line of Control (LoC) between India and Pakistan has been on the boil with a spike in the number of ceasefire violations ever since India abrogated J&K special status and bifurcated the state into two union territories.

18 houses suffer damage as Pakistan violates ceasefire in Kashmir

Army Chief General Bipin Rawat on Wednesday said that the situation along the Line of Control (LoC) can deteriorate and that the Indian Army is "always ready for escalatory matrix".&nbsp;

Rawat on Saturday had emphasised the need to re-organize and deploy military resources to use the defence budget fruitfully.

"We must make sure that economic flight is calibrated with a span of our strategic stride. We must tamper our military ambition with the size of our economy and the budgetary allocation that we receive," he said while speaking at Forum for Integrated National Security.

Meanwhile, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) sources said that Jammu and Kashmir has seen a total of 59 suspected cases of infiltrations this year from August till October, news agency ANI reported.&nbsp;

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Sources said that maximum 32 infiltrations were reported in August. In September, 20 successful attempts of infiltrations were recorded by the security forces.

Similarly, 7 infiltrations were recorded in October. The Centre had earlier informed Lok Sabha that as many as 84 infiltration attempts were made along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir and 59 terrorists could have entered the Valley since August 2019.

"Regular attempts for infiltration by terrorists through the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir are sponsored and supported from across the border. Since August 2019, 84 such attempts have been made from across the border and it is estimated that 59 such terrorists could have infiltrated," Minister of State for Home Affairs, G Kishan Reddy said in a written reply to a question in Lok Sabha.

The MoS Home had said that since 1990, as many as 22,557 militants have been neutralized in incidents of terrorist violence by security forces till December 1 this year.

Army Chief General Bipin Rawat on Wednesday said that the situation along the Line of Control (LoC) can deteriorate and that the Indian Army is "always ready for escalatory matrix".

Army Chief General Bipin Rawat on Wednesday said that the situation along the Line of Control (LoC) can deteriorate and that the Indian Army is "always ready for escalatory matrix". Rawat on Saturday had emphasised the need to re-organize and deploy military resources to use the defence budget fruitfully. "We must make sure that economic flight is calibrated with a span of our strategic stride. We must tamper our military ambition with the size of our economy and the budgetary allocation that we receive," he said while speaking at Forum for Integrated National Security. Meanwhile, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) sources said that Jammu and Kashmir has seen a total of 59 suspected cases of infiltrations this year from August till October, news agency ANI reported. Army Chief General Bipin Rawat: Situation along the Line of Control can deteriorate, Indian Army is always ready for escalatory matrix (file pic) pic.twitter.com/efhuWww2pO — ANI (@ANI) December 18, 2019 × Sources said that maximum 32 infiltrations were reported in August. In September, 20 successful attempts of infiltrations were recorded by the security forces. Similarly, 7 infiltrations were recorded in October. The Centre had earlier informed Lok Sabha that as many as 84 infiltration attempts were made along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir and 59 terrorists could have entered the Valley since August 2019. "Regular attempts for infiltration by terrorists through the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir are sponsored and supported from across the border. Since August 2019, 84 such attempts have been made from across the border and it is estimated that 59 such terrorists could have infiltrated," Minister of State for Home Affairs, G Kishan Reddy said in a written reply to a question in Lok Sabha. The MoS Home had said that since 1990, as many as 22,557 militants have been neutralized in incidents of terrorist violence by security forces till December 1 this year.

Situation along LoC can deteriorate, Indian Army always ready for escalatory matrix: Army Chief Bipin Rawat

A civilian was killed in ceasefire violation by Pakistan Army in the Machil sector of Kupwara district here on Wednesday, police said.

"1 civilian was killed and 3 civilians were injured in cross border shelling by Pakistan in Machil area, Kupwara," Kashmir Zone Police tweeted.

This comes a day after unidentified terrorists shot dead five labourers and left one wounded in Kulgam area on Tuesday, police said. Troops of 18 Battalion Army and JKP had reached the spot and cordoned off the area. In another incident, the armed terrorists had fired at a school building in Pulwama on Tuesday.

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A civilian was killed in ceasefire violation by Pakistan Army in the Machil sector of Kupwara district here on Wednesday, police said. "1 civilian was killed and 3 civilians were injured in cross border shelling by Pakistan in Machil area, Kupwara," Kashmir Zone Police tweeted.

A civilian was killed in ceasefire violation by Pakistan Army in the Machil sector of Kupwara district here on Wednesday, police said. "1 civilian was killed and 3 civilians were injured in cross border shelling by Pakistan in Machil area, Kupwara," Kashmir Zone Police tweeted. This comes a day after unidentified terrorists shot dead five labourers and left one wounded in Kulgam area on Tuesday, police said. Troops of 18 Battalion Army and JKP had reached the spot and cordoned off the area. In another incident, the armed terrorists had fired at a school building in Pulwama on Tuesday. (With inputs from ANI)

Pakistan violates ceasefire at LoC in Kashmir, 1 civilian killed

PM Modi arrives at Rajouri near LoC to greet & celebrate Diwali with Indian soldiers. Watch this video to know more.

PM Modi arrives at Rajouri near LoC to greet & celebrate Diwali with Indian soldiers

'It is drama and naked propaganda' says Foreign ministry over Pak taking diplomats to LoC. Watch video to know more.

'It is drama and naked propaganda' says Foreign ministry over Pak taking diplomats to LoC

The repeated ceasefire violations from Pakistan. It is targeting the common Indian civilians who live along the LoC. Watch this WION's exclusive ground report to know more.

Repeated ceasefire violations by Pakistan, civilians targeted | WION Exclusive Ground Report

In yet another example signifying that Pakistan's state affairs is controlled by the Army, its spokesperson Major General Asif Ghafoor poked his nose in diplomatic affairs which are normally handled by civilian governments. 
Attempting to act as a spokesperson for the Pakistan Foreign Ministry, Ghafoor tweeted on Tuesday, "What good Indian High Commission is which can't stand with its Army Chief? Indian High Commission staff didn't have the moral courage to accompany fellow diplomats in Pakistan to LOC. However, a group of foreign diplomats &amp; media is on the way to LOC to see the truth on the ground."

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Ironically, Ghafoor was making a statement in regard to India's artillery attacks on terror launchpads situated inside Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) opposite the Tangdhar sector along the LoC on the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday, which killed six to ten Pakistan soldiers, and an equal number of terrorists. 
Instead of acknowledging the fact that terror camps are present on its soil, Pakistan has remained adamant and instead, took diplomats and foreign journalists to the site, as a "face-saving act".

This is not the first time that Islamabad has done this.

 
In February this year, India had bombed a Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) terror camp in Balakot in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province and a large number of terrorists were killed.

However, Pakistan rejected India's assertions and took foreign scribes to the site, in its attempt to fool the world by establishing a claim that no such airstrike took place in the region.

 
The Pakistan Army, which orchestrated a "soft coup" to oust former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, has retained the "dominant influence" over foreign and security policies during Prime Minister Imran Khan's tenure, a US congressional report had said earlier this year.

 
This purported "military-judiciary nexus" allegedly came to favor Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf, the report titled 'Pakistan Domestic Political Setting' by the Congressional Research Service (CRS) stated.

 
The military, which was engaged in three "outright seizures" of power from civilian-led governments, had colluded with the country's judiciary to overthrow the Pakistan Muslim League government led by Sharif, it said.

 
Imran Khan was elected to power last August in an election marred by violence and allegations of rigging.

 
Pakistan has a history of the Army taking power by usurping governments since the country gained freedom from Britain in 1947. Though Imran Khan is a pawn in their hands, they would not hesitate to gain control.

In yet another example signifying that Pakistan's state affairs is controlled by the Army, its spokesperson Major General Asif Ghafoor poked his nose in diplomatic affairs which are normally handled by civilian governments.

In yet another example signifying that Pakistan's state affairs is controlled by the Army, its spokesperson Major General Asif Ghafoor poked his nose in diplomatic affairs which are normally handled by civilian governments. Attempting to act as a spokesperson for the Pakistan Foreign Ministry, Ghafoor tweeted on Tuesday, "What good Indian High Commission is which can't stand with its Army Chief? Indian High Commission staff didn't have the moral courage to accompany fellow diplomats in Pakistan to LOC. However, a group of foreign diplomats & media is on the way to LOC to see the truth on the ground." What good Indian High Commission is which can’t stand with its Army Chief? Indian High Commission staff didn’t have the moral courage to accompany fellow diplomats in Pakistan to LOC. However, a group of foreign diplomats & media is on the way to LOC to see the truth on ground. — DG ISPR (@OfficialDGISPR) October 22, 2019 × Ironically, Ghafoor was making a statement in regard to India's artillery attacks on terror launchpads situated inside Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) opposite the Tangdhar sector along the LoC on the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday, which killed six to ten Pakistan soldiers, and an equal number of terrorists. Instead of acknowledging the fact that terror camps are present on its soil, Pakistan has remained adamant and instead, took diplomats and foreign journalists to the site, as a "face-saving act". This is not the first time that Islamabad has done this. In February this year, India had bombed a Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) terror camp in Balakot in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province and a large number of terrorists were killed. However, Pakistan rejected India's assertions and took foreign scribes to the site, in its attempt to fool the world by establishing a claim that no such airstrike took place in the region. The Pakistan Army, which orchestrated a "soft coup" to oust former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, has retained the "dominant influence" over foreign and security policies during Prime Minister Imran Khan's tenure, a US congressional report had said earlier this year. This purported "military-judiciary nexus" allegedly came to favor Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf, the report titled 'Pakistan Domestic Political Setting' by the Congressional Research Service (CRS) stated. The military, which was engaged in three "outright seizures" of power from civilian-led governments, had colluded with the country's judiciary to overthrow the Pakistan Muslim League government led by Sharif, it said. Imran Khan was elected to power last August in an election marred by violence and allegations of rigging. Pakistan has a history of the Army taking power by usurping governments since the country gained freedom from Britain in 1947. Though Imran Khan is a pawn in their hands, they would not hesitate to gain control.

Pakistani army meddling in diplomatic affairs

Pakistani Prime Minister <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-made-up-the-numbers-india-on-islamabad-claiming-support-of-58-countries-at-unhrc-253777">Imran Khan</a> on Saturday warned his country's army and people not to cross over into India through Line of Control (LoC) to provide humanitarian aid or any support to Kashmiris as it will be playing into the "narrative of India" that says terrorism is driven by Pakistan.

His message for the Kashmiris on his 67th birthday came as a new admission from the Prime Minister over the fact that Pakistan indeed continues to push terrorists into India, along the LoC.

Khan took to Twitter to reiterate his&nbsp;rhetoric on <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/grenade-attack-rocks-jammu-and-kashmirs-anantnag-253860">Kashmir</a>, saying that the "inhumane curfew" has been continuing since more than two months in the Valley.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-army-spokesperson-trolled-for-calling-kashmir-countrys-jugular-vain-253724">Pakistani</a>&nbsp;Prime Minister's advisory to his people to not cross over into India has come nearly ten days after the Indian Army chief revealed that terror camps in Balakot are active again, almost seven months after the Indian Air Force destroyed the Jaish-e-Mohammad-run complex run in retaliation for the Pulwama terror attack.

"Balakot has been reactivated by Pakistan very recently. That shows that Balakot has been affected. It had been damaged and destroyed. And that is why people have got away from there and now it has been reactivated," Army chief Bipin Rawat had told reporters on September 24 at the Officers Training Academy.

General Rawat added that close to 500 infiltrators are waiting to infiltrate into India.

This is not the first time that the cricketer-turned-prime minister has played a rash shot. His bid to internationalize Kashmir has disastrously failed on all international platforms.

Even before he spoke at the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-nuclear-watchdog-says-iran-taking-step-in-right-direction-253726">United Nations</a> General Assembly last month, he was forced to admit the failure of "Mission Kashmir".

"To be absolutely frank, I am a bit disappointed by the international community," adding that the reaction would have been different and more urgent had it been 8 million Europeans who had been put under siege or Jewish people or Americans, it would have been different if there were just eight Americans. He lamented, "What options do we have? What do we do?," he said in a press conference on September 25.

Despite being snubbed globally over the Kashmir issue, Khan at the U.N. General Assembly meeting had yet again warned of dire consequences in the event of a nuclear war with India over the matter.

"My belief is we will fight and when a nuclear-armed country fights till the end it will have consequence far beyond the borders. I am warning you. It's not a threat but worry about where are we heading. If this goes wrong you hope for the best but prepare for the worst," Khan had said.

India has maintained that the move is an internal matter of the country - a stance which has been supported by several countries, including the SAARC nations and the Arab World.&nbsp;

Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday warned his country's army and people not to cross over into India through Line of Control (LoC) to provide humanitarian aid or any support to Kashmiris as it will be playing into the "narrative of India" that says terrorism is driven by Pakistan.

Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday warned his country's army and people not to cross over into India through Line of Control (LoC) to provide humanitarian aid or any support to Kashmiris as it will be playing into the "narrative of India" that says terrorism is driven by Pakistan. His message for the Kashmiris on his 67th birthday came as a new admission from the Prime Minister over the fact that Pakistan indeed continues to push terrorists into India, along the LoC. Khan took to Twitter to reiterate his rhetoric on Kashmir, saying that the "inhumane curfew" has been continuing since more than two months in the Valley. Pakistani Prime Minister's advisory to his people to not cross over into India has come nearly ten days after the Indian Army chief revealed that terror camps in Balakot are active again, almost seven months after the Indian Air Force destroyed the Jaish-e-Mohammad-run complex run in retaliation for the Pulwama terror attack. "Balakot has been reactivated by Pakistan very recently. That shows that Balakot has been affected. It had been damaged and destroyed. And that is why people have got away from there and now it has been reactivated," Army chief Bipin Rawat had told reporters on September 24 at the Officers Training Academy. General Rawat added that close to 500 infiltrators are waiting to infiltrate into India. This is not the first time that the cricketer-turned-prime minister has played a rash shot. His bid to internationalize Kashmir has disastrously failed on all international platforms. Even before he spoke at the United Nations General Assembly last month, he was forced to admit the failure of "Mission Kashmir". "To be absolutely frank, I am a bit disappointed by the international community," adding that the reaction would have been different and more urgent had it been 8 million Europeans who had been put under siege or Jewish people or Americans, it would have been different if there were just eight Americans. He lamented, "What options do we have? What do we do?," he said in a press conference on September 25. Despite being snubbed globally over the Kashmir issue, Khan at the U.N. General Assembly meeting had yet again warned of dire consequences in the event of a nuclear war with India over the matter. "My belief is we will fight and when a nuclear-armed country fights till the end it will have consequence far beyond the borders. I am warning you. It's not a threat but worry about where are we heading. If this goes wrong you hope for the best but prepare for the worst," Khan had said. India has maintained that the move is an internal matter of the country - a stance which has been supported by several countries, including the SAARC nations and the Arab World.

Imran Khan advises his people not to cross Line of Control

Pakistan violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Shahpur and Kerni sectors in Jammu nd Kashmir&nbsp;on Saturday.

The ceasefire violation took place at 9:45am today.

Pakistan had also violated ceasefire along the LoC in Balakote sector of Mendhar Sub Division in Poonch on the intervening night of Friday and Saturday.

The Pakistani troops had resorted to intense mortar shelling on the forward posts and villages in Balakote sector from 12:05 am to 01:50 am on an intervening night.

Pakistan had also violated ceasefire in Nowshera sector from 20:00 hours to 22:00 hours yesterday.

During the ceasefire violation, the Kalsian Residential areas were targetted in which some houses got damaged and cattle died, a police official said.&nbsp;

Indian Army retaliated strongly and effectively to Pakistan's army on the LoC last night. The Jammu and Kashmir police reached the spot and observed the situation in the villages affected by shelling near the LoC.

Last Saturday, Army destroyed an unexploded mortar shell in Balakote village in the evening. Reportedly, 120mm of mortar, fired by Pakistan Rangers were recovered by the villagers of Balakote.

The unexploded bomb was found inside the village, in the proximity of the houses and local population residing there.

Pakistan violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Shahpur and Kerni sectors in Jammu nd Kashmir on Saturday. The ceasefire violation took place at 9:45am today.

Pakistan violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Shahpur and Kerni sectors in Jammu nd Kashmir on Saturday. The ceasefire violation took place at 9:45am today. Pakistan had also violated ceasefire along the LoC in Balakote sector of Mendhar Sub Division in Poonch on the intervening night of Friday and Saturday. The Pakistani troops had resorted to intense mortar shelling on the forward posts and villages in Balakote sector from 12:05 am to 01:50 am on an intervening night. Pakistan had also violated ceasefire in Nowshera sector from 20:00 hours to 22:00 hours yesterday. During the ceasefire violation, the Kalsian Residential areas were targetted in which some houses got damaged and cattle died, a police official said. Indian Army retaliated strongly and effectively to Pakistan's army on the LoC last night. The Jammu and Kashmir police reached the spot and observed the situation in the villages affected by shelling near the LoC. Last Saturday, Army destroyed an unexploded mortar shell in Balakote village in the evening. Reportedly, 120mm of mortar, fired by Pakistan Rangers were recovered by the villagers of Balakote. The unexploded bomb was found inside the village, in the proximity of the houses and local population residing there.

Jammu and Kashmir: Pakistan violates ceasefire along LoC in Shahpur, Kerni sectors in Poonch district

Pakistan Army was forced to raise the "white flag" to recover the body of its soldiers killed by Indian Army in a robust retaliation to the ceasefire violations (CFV) by the Pakistani side.The white flag is meant to signify surrender or seeking truce.

Sources in the Army said that on September 10-11, Indian Army troops killed Sepoy Ghulam Rasool in Hajipur sector of Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK).

Sepoy Rasool hailed from Bahawalnagar, a province in Pakistani Punjab.

Initially, Pakistani soldiers tried to recover the body by intensifying ceasefire violation.

While attempting to recover a Punjabi Muslim soldier, another Pakistani Punjabi Muslim soldier was killed.

Army sources said the Pakistan Army could not recover the bodies despite repeated attempts for over two days.

On September 13, the Pakistan Army raised the white flag and recovered the bodies.

Indian Army respects the dead and so permitted the same, said sources.

It is pertinent to note that the Pakistan Army did not try to take back the bodies of its 5-7 soldiers and terrorists killed on July 30-31 in Keran sector.

It is believed that those killed were not from Punjab.

Sources said those killed in Keran sector must have been Kashmiris or soldiers from Northern Light Infantry (NLI).

Pakistan had disowned its soldiers killed in Kargil war as well, and Indian soldiers performed their last rites even on icy heights during the war.

"Pakistan treats Kashmiris and NLI troops as cannon fodder. Punjabi Muslims rule the roost, whether Army, politics, social life or national resources," said sources.

Sources said the Pakistan Army, which is dominated by Punjabi Muslim Generals and has more than 70 per cent of troops from that area, always tries its best to retrieve bodies of Punjabi soldiers killed in action.

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Pakistan Army was forced to raise the "white flag" to recover the body of its soldiers killed by Indian Army in a robust retaliation to the ceasefire violations (CFV) by the Pakistani side.

Pakistan Army was forced to raise the "white flag" to recover the body of its soldiers killed by Indian Army in a robust retaliation to the ceasefire violations (CFV) by the Pakistani side.The white flag is meant to signify surrender or seeking truce. Sources in the Army said that on September 10-11, Indian Army troops killed Sepoy Ghulam Rasool in Hajipur sector of Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK). Sepoy Rasool hailed from Bahawalnagar, a province in Pakistani Punjab. Initially, Pakistani soldiers tried to recover the body by intensifying ceasefire violation. While attempting to recover a Punjabi Muslim soldier, another Pakistani Punjabi Muslim soldier was killed. Army sources said the Pakistan Army could not recover the bodies despite repeated attempts for over two days. On September 13, the Pakistan Army raised the white flag and recovered the bodies. Indian Army respects the dead and so permitted the same, said sources. It is pertinent to note that the Pakistan Army did not try to take back the bodies of its 5-7 soldiers and terrorists killed on July 30-31 in Keran sector. It is believed that those killed were not from Punjab. Sources said those killed in Keran sector must have been Kashmiris or soldiers from Northern Light Infantry (NLI). Pakistan had disowned its soldiers killed in Kargil war as well, and Indian soldiers performed their last rites even on icy heights during the war. "Pakistan treats Kashmiris and NLI troops as cannon fodder. Punjabi Muslims rule the roost, whether Army, politics, social life or national resources," said sources. Sources said the Pakistan Army, which is dominated by Punjabi Muslim Generals and has more than 70 per cent of troops from that area, always tries its best to retrieve bodies of Punjabi soldiers killed in action.

Pak Army raises white flag at LoC to recover bodies of its soldiers killed by Indian Army

Indian intelligence agencies have intercepted code words used by Pakistan army and terror groups to send messages to their handlers in Jammu and Kashmir.

Days after the abrogation of article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, Pak army and terror organisations have been reported to have used FM transmission stations to send messages.&nbsp;

While the code words were being used to escape the radar of defence and security forces in Jammu and Kashmir, Pak army also directed the signal corps to move the VHF radio stations closer to the LoC. The VHFs (very high frequency) radio stations were used to play 'quami taranas', Pakistan's national anthem, for almost a week after the abrogation of Article 370.&nbsp;

The signals were used by terror outfits like the LeT, JeM and Al Badr to communicate with their local cadres in Jammu and Kashmir.

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Saturday said that, "there are <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/determined-to-protect-kashmiris-from-pak-terrorists-nsa-doval-248234">Pakistani communication towers 20 kilometres</a> along the border, they are trying to send messages, we heard intercepts, they were telling their men here 'how so many apple trucks are moving, can’t you stop them? Should we send you bangles?" Doval said.&nbsp;

Pakistan is trying to create trouble in Jammu and Kashmir, he added, stating that "some 230 Pakistani terrorists were spotted, some of them have infiltrated, some arrested," Doval was quoted by news agency ANI.&nbsp;

 
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Indian intelligence agencies have intercepted code words used by Pakistan army and terror groups to send messages to their handlers in Jammu and Kashmir. Days after the abrogation of article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, Pak army and terror organisations have been reported to have used FM transmission stations to send messages.

Indian intelligence agencies have intercepted code words used by Pakistan army and terror groups to send messages to their handlers in Jammu and Kashmir. Days after the abrogation of article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, Pak army and terror organisations have been reported to have used FM transmission stations to send messages. While the code words were being used to escape the radar of defence and security forces in Jammu and Kashmir, Pak army also directed the signal corps to move the VHF radio stations closer to the LoC. The VHFs (very high frequency) radio stations were used to play 'quami taranas', Pakistan's national anthem, for almost a week after the abrogation of Article 370. The signals were used by terror outfits like the LeT, JeM and Al Badr to communicate with their local cadres in Jammu and Kashmir. National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Saturday said that, "there are Pakistani communication towers 20 kilometres along the border, they are trying to send messages, we heard intercepts, they were telling their men here 'how so many apple trucks are moving, can’t you stop them? Should we send you bangles?" Doval said. Pakistan is trying to create trouble in Jammu and Kashmir, he added, stating that "some 230 Pakistani terrorists were spotted, some of them have infiltrated, some arrested," Doval was quoted by news agency ANI.

Jammu and Kashmir: Intelligence agencies intercept codes sent by Pak army over FM transmission to terrorists

Due to the continuous unprovoked ceasefire violations by Pakistan along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir, the locals in bordering districts like Poonch are living in an atmosphere of fear and are demanding the Centre to come up with a solution to get rid of this menace.

Speaking to ANI, a local named Mohammad Qasim stated that the cross border firing has forced people in the district to stay indoors.

"Almost every other day firing is taking place here from the Pakistani side. There is an atmosphere of terror. The parents are afraid while sending their children to school as they worry for their safety," he said.

Meanwhile, another local, Sanjeev Kumar has requested the Narendra Modi-led central government to take measures to ensure that the normal life is not affected.

"We request the Modi government to make some arrangements so that the life of people living on the border is not affected," Kumar said.

He continued, "During the firing, many small children get traumatised. In this atmosphere, neither we do any household work, neither we go out. Even cars and trucks stop plying on the road."

Pakistan on Saturday violated ceasefire in Poonch district which led to a befitting response by the Indian Army.Last week, Pakistan indulged in unprovoked cross border firing in the district due to which an Indian Army soldier had lost his life.&nbsp;

Due to the continuous unprovoked ceasefire violations by Pakistan along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir, the locals in bordering districts like Poonch are living in an atmosphere of fear and are demanding the Centre to come up with a solution to get rid of this menace.

Due to the continuous unprovoked ceasefire violations by Pakistan along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir, the locals in bordering districts like Poonch are living in an atmosphere of fear and are demanding the Centre to come up with a solution to get rid of this menace. Speaking to ANI, a local named Mohammad Qasim stated that the cross border firing has forced people in the district to stay indoors. "Almost every other day firing is taking place here from the Pakistani side. There is an atmosphere of terror. The parents are afraid while sending their children to school as they worry for their safety," he said. Meanwhile, another local, Sanjeev Kumar has requested the Narendra Modi-led central government to take measures to ensure that the normal life is not affected. "We request the Modi government to make some arrangements so that the life of people living on the border is not affected," Kumar said. He continued, "During the firing, many small children get traumatised. In this atmosphere, neither we do any household work, neither we go out. Even cars and trucks stop plying on the road." Pakistan on Saturday violated ceasefire in Poonch district which led to a befitting response by the Indian Army.Last week, Pakistan indulged in unprovoked cross border firing in the district due to which an Indian Army soldier had lost his life.

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In the wake of India's decision to strip special status of Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan must refrain from any retaliatory aggression, including support for infiltrations across the Line of Control (LoC) and take demonstrable action against terror infrastructure on its soil, said a joint statement by the House Foreign Affairs Committee and Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Wednesday.

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Mobile internet services have been <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/home-minister-amit-shah-conducts-high-level-meeting-with-nsa-ib-and-raw-chiefs-amid-kashmir-terror-threat-240663">suspended in Jammu and Kashmir</a>(J&amp;K) and all educational institutes have been shut in Srinagar until further orders with the government imposing section 144 in the state.

According to section 144, "any pre-planned congregation/sudden unforeseen congregation of ritualistic nature shall be conducted with the prior approval of the District Magistrate.". The order means gathering of more than four people has been barred in the state.

A cabinet meeting will be held on Monday to assess the law and order situation amid the security build-up in the Valley. Mobile and internet services were partially suspended in Kashmir Valley on Sunday.

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On Friday, the Army had said that Pakistani terrorists were plotting to carry out an attack on the ongoing Amarnath Yatra and that the security forces had recovered a Pakistan Ordnance Factory anti-personnel mine from a terror cache.

In a joint press conference, the forces displayed an M-24 sniper rifle, anti-personnel landmines recovered from the Pakistani Army along with a telescope from a terror cache along the Amarnath route

Subsequently, the Amarnath yatra was cancelled and tourists were ordered to leave.

The Indian Air Force carried out sorties and removed over 320 tourists out of Srinagar after the government said that there was an intelligence input of terror threats&nbsp;which could target pilgrims and tourists.

During the press conference, J&amp;K police chief Dilbag Singh said that reinforcing the number of forces in the Valley was to bridge the gap to deal with the law and order situation and also to give rest to some of the armed forces present in the Valley.&nbsp;

At least 35, 000 paramilitary forces have been deployed, according to reports. The Army said there was a spike in infiltration bid across the line of control(LoC) with reports indicating that infiltration bid by the Pakistan army was foiled.

Mobile internet services have been suspended in Jammu and Kashmir(J&K) and all educational institutes have been shut in Srinagar until further orders with the government imposing section 144 in the state.

Mobile internet services have been suspended in Jammu and Kashmir(J&K) and all educational institutes have been shut in Srinagar until further orders with the government imposing section 144 in the state. According to section 144, "any pre-planned congregation/sudden unforeseen congregation of ritualistic nature shall be conducted with the prior approval of the District Magistrate.". The order means gathering of more than four people has been barred in the state. A cabinet meeting will be held on Monday to assess the law and order situation amid the security build-up in the Valley. Mobile and internet services were partially suspended in Kashmir Valley on Sunday. Watch Video: On Friday, the Army had said that Pakistani terrorists were plotting to carry out an attack on the ongoing Amarnath Yatra and that the security forces had recovered a Pakistan Ordnance Factory anti-personnel mine from a terror cache. In a joint press conference, the forces displayed an M-24 sniper rifle, anti-personnel landmines recovered from the Pakistani Army along with a telescope from a terror cache along the Amarnath route Subsequently, the Amarnath yatra was cancelled and tourists were ordered to leave. The Indian Air Force carried out sorties and removed over 320 tourists out of Srinagar after the government said that there was an intelligence input of terror threats which could target pilgrims and tourists. During the press conference, J&K police chief Dilbag Singh said that reinforcing the number of forces in the Valley was to bridge the gap to deal with the law and order situation and also to give rest to some of the armed forces present in the Valley. At least 35, 000 paramilitary forces have been deployed, according to reports. The Army said there was a spike in infiltration bid across the line of control(LoC) with reports indicating that infiltration bid by the Pakistan army was foiled.

Section 144 imposed in J&K; internet services suspended

Pakistan foreign minister <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/afghan-peace-process-shared-responsibility-pakistan-do-it-alone-shah-mehmood-qureshi-239467">Shah Mehmood Qureshi</a> has linked the ongoing <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/trump-touts-afghan-peace-progress-but-warns-can-kill-millions-240335">Afghan peace process</a> with the situation at the Line of Control (LoC) saying the action taken by the Indian Army is a "distraction".

Speaking to a Pak media channel, he said, "On one hand the Afghan peace process is going through a critical stage, US Special Representative <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taliban-indicated-a-willingness-to-strike-a-peace-deal-khalilzad-240391">Zalmay Khalilzad</a> has reached Doha after a successful visit to Islamabad. He has an important meeting in Doha.&nbsp;The action by the Indian Army is a distraction. These spoilers can impact peace."

The last time such a statement was made, Kabul summoned Pak envoy to Afghanistan.

In February, in the aftermath of the Pulwama terror attack, Pakistan's envoy to Kabul Zahid Nasrullah linked any response by the Indian Army to have been impacting the Afghan peace process.

On Trump's Kashmir comments the Pak FM said, "US President understands the sensitivity of the issue and that how greatly it is associated with peace and stability in South Asia and therefore he offers to mediate".

Pakistan looks emboldened by Trump's mediation offer and with Washington eager to leave Afghanistan, Islamabad is sensing an opportunity to create trouble.

Kanwal Sibal, former foreign secretary told WION, "Imran Khan is playing the old game of linking India’s legitimate actions in Jammu and Kashmir to curb Pak-supported terrorism to its complying with US's demands to bring the Taliban to the negotiating table to promote the so-called&nbsp;peace process in Afghanistan which is a sham."

"He is trying to capitalise on Trump’s thoughtless comments on mediation on the Kashmir issue. Imran Khan will not succeed in this usual Pakistan duplicity," he added.

India's former envoy to Afghanistan, Amar Sinha, told WION, "There is no connection between Pakistan's cooperation on Taliban and what is happening in India.&nbsp;I guess they are just seeking a way out of their commitments made to President Trump.&nbsp;Tough for Pakistan to cut its umbilical cord with terror groups including the Taliban."

US President Donald Trump in the last 10 days has raked up the Kashmir issue twice. In both cases, India has reminded him that it can only be discussed with Islamabad, if at all warranted. 
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Pakistan foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi has linked the ongoing Afghan peace process with the situation at the Line of Control (LoC) saying the action taken by the Indian Army is a "distraction".

Pakistan foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi has linked the ongoing Afghan peace process with the situation at the Line of Control (LoC) saying the action taken by the Indian Army is a "distraction". Speaking to a Pak media channel, he said, "On one hand the Afghan peace process is going through a critical stage, US Special Representative Zalmay Khalilzad has reached Doha after a successful visit to Islamabad. He has an important meeting in Doha. The action by the Indian Army is a distraction. These spoilers can impact peace." The last time such a statement was made, Kabul summoned Pak envoy to Afghanistan. In February, in the aftermath of the Pulwama terror attack, Pakistan's envoy to Kabul Zahid Nasrullah linked any response by the Indian Army to have been impacting the Afghan peace process. On Trump's Kashmir comments the Pak FM said, "US President understands the sensitivity of the issue and that how greatly it is associated with peace and stability in South Asia and therefore he offers to mediate". Pakistan looks emboldened by Trump's mediation offer and with Washington eager to leave Afghanistan, Islamabad is sensing an opportunity to create trouble. Kanwal Sibal, former foreign secretary told WION, "Imran Khan is playing the old game of linking India’s legitimate actions in Jammu and Kashmir to curb Pak-supported terrorism to its complying with US's demands to bring the Taliban to the negotiating table to promote the so-called peace process in Afghanistan which is a sham." "He is trying to capitalise on Trump’s thoughtless comments on mediation on the Kashmir issue. Imran Khan will not succeed in this usual Pakistan duplicity," he added. India's former envoy to Afghanistan, Amar Sinha, told WION, "There is no connection between Pakistan's cooperation on Taliban and what is happening in India. I guess they are just seeking a way out of their commitments made to President Trump. Tough for Pakistan to cut its umbilical cord with terror groups including the Taliban." US President Donald Trump in the last 10 days has raked up the Kashmir issue twice. In both cases, India has reminded him that it can only be discussed with Islamabad, if at all warranted.

Pakistan's foreign minister links Afghan peace process with situation at LoC

India has taken up the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/army-jawan-killed-as-pakistan-violates-ceasefire-in-jammu-and-kashmirs-sunderbani-sector-239480">killing of an Indian civilian</a> during ceasefire violation by Pakistan. New Delhi made a strong demarche to Pakistan High Commission regarding the ceasefire violation on Tuesday. 
 
Calling the "deliberate targeting" of Indian civilians by Pakistan forces "against all established humanitarian norms and professional military conduct", New Delhi asked Islamabad to desist from such acts immediately and asked Pakistan to "investigate into such heinous acts of killing innocent civilians".

In 2019, 14 Indians have been killed in more than 1410 ceasefire violations by Pakistan so far.&nbsp;

New Delhi also asked Islamabad to "adhere" to the 2003 Ceasefire Understanding for maintaining peace and tranquillity along the Line of Control and the International Boundary.

Rahme Begum, resident of Dassi Baktoor, died in&nbsp;shelling by Pakistani army in Gurez sector of North Kashmir. In Tangdhar, nine civilians have been injured since Tuesday in ceasefire violations by Pakistan.

While the Indian side is giving a befitting response to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-violates-ceasefire-in-jammu-and-kashmirs-rajouri-district-one-woman-succumbs-to-injuries-239656">Pakistani ceasefire violations</a>, it has also launched a search operation to ensure that no infiltration happened during ceasefire violations. 
 
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In the exchange of fire on Tuesday, one Indian soldier Naik Krishan Lal attained martyrdom. Pakistani forces have also suffered a lot of casualties.

The deceased jawan was identified as 34-year-old Naik Krishan Lal, a resident of Ghagriya village in Akhnoor. Two Pakistani soldiers were also killed in retaliatory action by the Indian Army.

Earlier, a&nbsp;10-day-old baby also sustained injuries in the ceasefire violation by Pakistan. The baby later succumbed to the injuries. 
 
Meanwhile, Indian Deputy High Commissioner Gaurav Ahluwalia was summoned by Pakistan on ceasefire violations. He clearly told that they were initiated by the Pakistani side to provide support to infiltration attempts and the Indian side responded appropriately.&nbsp;

Ahluwalia said India deplored and condemned the deliberate targeting of innocent Indian civilians by Pakistani forces, pointing out these actions were against established humanitarian norms and professional military conduct.

 
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India has taken up the killing of an Indian civilian during ceasefire violation by Pakistan. New Delhi made a strong demarche to Pakistan High Commission regarding the ceasefire violation on Tuesday.

India has taken up the killing of an Indian civilian during ceasefire violation by Pakistan. New Delhi made a strong demarche to Pakistan High Commission regarding the ceasefire violation on Tuesday. Calling the "deliberate targeting" of Indian civilians by Pakistan forces "against all established humanitarian norms and professional military conduct", New Delhi asked Islamabad to desist from such acts immediately and asked Pakistan to "investigate into such heinous acts of killing innocent civilians". In 2019, 14 Indians have been killed in more than 1410 ceasefire violations by Pakistan so far. New Delhi also asked Islamabad to "adhere" to the 2003 Ceasefire Understanding for maintaining peace and tranquillity along the Line of Control and the International Boundary. Rahme Begum, resident of Dassi Baktoor, died in shelling by Pakistani army in Gurez sector of North Kashmir. In Tangdhar, nine civilians have been injured since Tuesday in ceasefire violations by Pakistan. While the Indian side is giving a befitting response to Pakistani ceasefire violations, it has also launched a search operation to ensure that no infiltration happened during ceasefire violations. WATCH: × In the exchange of fire on Tuesday, one Indian soldier Naik Krishan Lal attained martyrdom. Pakistani forces have also suffered a lot of casualties. The deceased jawan was identified as 34-year-old Naik Krishan Lal, a resident of Ghagriya village in Akhnoor. Two Pakistani soldiers were also killed in retaliatory action by the Indian Army. Earlier, a 10-day-old baby also sustained injuries in the ceasefire violation by Pakistan. The baby later succumbed to the injuries. Meanwhile, Indian Deputy High Commissioner Gaurav Ahluwalia was summoned by Pakistan on ceasefire violations. He clearly told that they were initiated by the Pakistani side to provide support to infiltration attempts and the Indian side responded appropriately. Ahluwalia said India deplored and condemned the deliberate targeting of innocent Indian civilians by Pakistani forces, pointing out these actions were against established humanitarian norms and professional military conduct.

India takes up killing of Indian civilian in ceasefire violation by Pakistan

Pakistan on Monday violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir. The ceasefire started at about 12:45pm in Shahpur sector in Poonch district, said officials.

The Indian Army is retaliating to the unprovoked firing by Pakistan.&nbsp;There were no reports of any casualties so far.

On Sunday, three civilians including a 10-day-old baby sustained injuries in the ceasefire violation by Pakistan. The baby succumbed to the injuries this morning. 
 
Two other civilians who were injured in the firing are undergoing treatment in a hospital.

Pakistani rangers lobbed mortars and used small arms to target forward posts and villages in Shahpur, Saujiyan and Mendhar sectors in Poonch district on Sunday, Indian Army said in a statement. 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan on Monday violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir. The ceasefire started at about 12:45pm in Shahpur sector in Poonch district, said officials.

Pakistan on Monday violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir. The ceasefire started at about 12:45pm in Shahpur sector in Poonch district, said officials. The Indian Army is retaliating to the unprovoked firing by Pakistan. There were no reports of any casualties so far. On Sunday, three civilians including a 10-day-old baby sustained injuries in the ceasefire violation by Pakistan. The baby succumbed to the injuries this morning. Two other civilians who were injured in the firing are undergoing treatment in a hospital. Pakistani rangers lobbed mortars and used small arms to target forward posts and villages in Shahpur, Saujiyan and Mendhar sectors in Poonch district on Sunday, Indian Army said in a statement. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan violates ceasefire in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district

Government on Tuesday informed the Lok Sabha that the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir has improved and cross-border infiltration in has reduced by 43 per cent after the Balakot airstrike.

Responding to a written question whether infiltration has come down in the state after India carried out an <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/130-170-terrorists-died-following-balakot-airstrikes-says-award-winning-italian-journalist-217030">airstrike on terror camps in Balakot</a>, Union Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai said, "Due to concerted and synergized efforts of security forces, the security situation in the state has witnessed an improvement in the first half of this year over the corresponding period of 2018. Net infiltration has reduced by 43 per cent."

The minister said the government in tandem with the state government has adopted a policy of zero tolerance towards cross-border infiltration, which included multi-tiered deployment along the International Border/Line of Control, border fencing, improved intelligence and operational coordination, equipping Security Forces with improved.

Meanwhile, MoS Home Affairs G Kishan Reddy said in Lok Sabha that the terrorists initiated incidents has also seen a decline of 28 per cent.&nbsp;

"Terrorist initiated incidents saw a decline of 28 per cent, net infiltration reduced by 43 per cent, local recruitment declined by 40 per cent and neutralisation of terrorists has increased by 22 per cent," Reddy said.&nbsp;

On July 1, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/1248-ceasefire-violations-by-pakistan-in-last-six-months-defence-minister-rajnath-singh-232062">Defence Minister Rajnath Singh</a> had told the Rajya Sabha that Pakistan violated the ceasefire 1,248 times along the Line of Control (LoC) in the last six months. Giving details of the CFVs, the minister said - 203 ceasefire violations took place in January, 215 in February, 267 in March, 234 in April, 221 in May and 108 in June.&nbsp;

"Appropriate retaliation to the ceasefire violations, as required has been carried out by Indian Army," the Defence Minister had said. 
 
Last month, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/internal-security-on-top-of-home-minister-amit-shahs-kashmir-visit-agenda-230359">Home Minister Amit Shah </a>had chaired a security meeting to take stock of internal security in the country and the situation in Jammu and Kashmir, attended by National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and the Intelligence Bureau chief.

Shah has asserted that the policy of Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led NDA government of zero tolerance towards terrorism will continue in Jammu and Kashmir. 
 
India’s had carried out an airstrike on a Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) terror camp in Pakistan’s Balakot on February 26 in response to the February 14 Pulwama terror attack in which 40 CRPF personnel were killed.

 
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Government on Tuesday informed the Lok Sabha that the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir has improved and cross-border infiltration in has reduced by 43 per cent after the Balakot airstrike.

Government on Tuesday informed the Lok Sabha that the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir has improved and cross-border infiltration in has reduced by 43 per cent after the Balakot airstrike. Responding to a written question whether infiltration has come down in the state after India carried out an airstrike on terror camps in Balakot, Union Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai said, "Due to concerted and synergized efforts of security forces, the security situation in the state has witnessed an improvement in the first half of this year over the corresponding period of 2018. Net infiltration has reduced by 43 per cent." The minister said the government in tandem with the state government has adopted a policy of zero tolerance towards cross-border infiltration, which included multi-tiered deployment along the International Border/Line of Control, border fencing, improved intelligence and operational coordination, equipping Security Forces with improved. Meanwhile, MoS Home Affairs G Kishan Reddy said in Lok Sabha that the terrorists initiated incidents has also seen a decline of 28 per cent. "Terrorist initiated incidents saw a decline of 28 per cent, net infiltration reduced by 43 per cent, local recruitment declined by 40 per cent and neutralisation of terrorists has increased by 22 per cent," Reddy said. On July 1, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh had told the Rajya Sabha that Pakistan violated the ceasefire 1,248 times along the Line of Control (LoC) in the last six months. Giving details of the CFVs, the minister said - 203 ceasefire violations took place in January, 215 in February, 267 in March, 234 in April, 221 in May and 108 in June. "Appropriate retaliation to the ceasefire violations, as required has been carried out by Indian Army," the Defence Minister had said. Last month, Home Minister Amit Shah had chaired a security meeting to take stock of internal security in the country and the situation in Jammu and Kashmir, attended by National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and the Intelligence Bureau chief. Shah has asserted that the policy of Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led NDA government of zero tolerance towards terrorism will continue in Jammu and Kashmir. India’s had carried out an airstrike on a Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) terror camp in Pakistan’s Balakot on February 26 in response to the February 14 Pulwama terror attack in which 40 CRPF personnel were killed.

Infiltration in Jammu and Kashmir reduced by 43% after Balakot airstrike, says Government

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

Pakistan violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Nowshera sector in Rajouri district, news agency ANI reported.

According to the report, the Indian Army is retaliating effectively.

No casualties or injuries have been reported so far.

More details are awaited.&nbsp;

On July 1&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/navy-has-important-role-in-act-east-policy-rajnath-singh-231823">Defence Minister Rajnath Singh</a>&nbsp;informed Rajya Sabha that Pakistan has violated the ceasefire 1,248 times along the LoC in the last six months.

Rajnath Singh said this while replying to a question by BJP leader Vijay Pal Singh Tomar. He&nbsp;also informed that four Army jawans have been killed in these ceasefire violations (CFVs) by Pakistan.

In the month of March, 267 ceasefire violations took place. In the same month, a total of three Army jawans were killed. Another jawan was killed in the month of January.

The first three months of the year saw a spike in ceasefire violations. However, during the next three months, the number of ceasefire violations dropped.

Giving details of the CFVs, the minister said - 203 ceasefire violations took place in January, 215 in February, 267 in March, 234 in April, 221 in May and 108 in June.&nbsp;

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Pakistan violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Nowshera sector in Rajouri district, news agency ANI reported. According to the report, the Indian Army is retaliating effectively.

Pakistan violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Nowshera sector in Rajouri district, news agency ANI reported. According to the report, the Indian Army is retaliating effectively. No casualties or injuries have been reported so far. More details are awaited. On July 1 Defence Minister Rajnath Singh informed Rajya Sabha that Pakistan has violated the ceasefire 1,248 times along the LoC in the last six months. Rajnath Singh said this while replying to a question by BJP leader Vijay Pal Singh Tomar. He also informed that four Army jawans have been killed in these ceasefire violations (CFVs) by Pakistan. In the month of March, 267 ceasefire violations took place. In the same month, a total of three Army jawans were killed. Another jawan was killed in the month of January. The first three months of the year saw a spike in ceasefire violations. However, during the next three months, the number of ceasefire violations dropped. Giving details of the CFVs, the minister said - 203 ceasefire violations took place in January, 215 in February, 267 in March, 234 in April, 221 in May and 108 in June.

J&K: Pakistan violates ceasefire along LoC in Nowshera sector; no casualties

Commander-in-chief of Indian Army's Northern Command, Lt General Ranbir Singh, on Monday confirmed that the Indian Army had <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ready-another-surgical-strike-action-army-chief-bipin-rawat-167735">undertaken a surgical strike in September 2016</a>.

"A few days ago DGMO said in a reply to an RTI that the first surgical strike happened in September 16', I don't want to go into what political parties say, they'll be given an answer by government. What I told you is a statement of fact," Lt General Ranbir Singh said.

Indian Army commandos had conducted surgical strikes deep into <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-rejects-video-clips-of-indian-surgical-strikes-calls-it-farcical-147801">Pakistani territory across the Line of Control</a>(LoC) on September 29th, 2016 to destroy terrorist launchpads. The strikes were in response to the attack on a military base in Uri on September 18 in which 17 Army soldiers had lost their lives.

Addressing a press conference, Ranbir Singh added that Balakot air strikes in Februrary&nbsp;were a&nbsp; "major achievement".

"Air strikes by IAF on Balakot terrorist infrastructure was a major achievement, wherein our aircraft went deep into enemy territory and struck terror launchpads. Pakistanis carried out air operations the following day, however, they were given a befitting reply," he said.

Lt General Ranbir Singh also informed that the Army was able to neutralise 86 terrorists during various operations, with 20 apprehended. "We've also been able to bring back many of them to the mainstream," he said.

The Northern Command chief, however, added that locals in Kashmir joining militancy "remains a matter of concern". He asserted that Pakistan feels "absolutely starved" because of effective counter infiltration grid of the Indian Army.

"However, that realization is coming in the youth and people of Kashmir that we do not want to become fodder by the Pakistani agencies and various inimical elements, who want to promote terrorism and violence in J&amp;K," he said.

"I am sure with the help of all the stakeholders we will be able to arrest this trend in the times to come as we are doing now," he added.

"Successful infiltration from the Line of Control(LoC) is virtually becoming very difficult. Therefore, for them to continue with this militancy, they want that the local content should be increased," he said.

Commander-in-chief of Indian Army's Northern Command, Lt General Ranbir Singh, on Monday confirmed that the Indian Army had undertaken a surgical strike in September 2016.

Commander-in-chief of Indian Army's Northern Command, Lt General Ranbir Singh, on Monday confirmed that the Indian Army had undertaken a surgical strike in September 2016. "A few days ago DGMO said in a reply to an RTI that the first surgical strike happened in September 16', I don't want to go into what political parties say, they'll be given an answer by government. What I told you is a statement of fact," Lt General Ranbir Singh said. Indian Army commandos had conducted surgical strikes deep into Pakistani territory across the Line of Control(LoC) on September 29th, 2016 to destroy terrorist launchpads. The strikes were in response to the attack on a military base in Uri on September 18 in which 17 Army soldiers had lost their lives. Addressing a press conference, Ranbir Singh added that Balakot air strikes in Februrary were a "major achievement". "Air strikes by IAF on Balakot terrorist infrastructure was a major achievement, wherein our aircraft went deep into enemy territory and struck terror launchpads. Pakistanis carried out air operations the following day, however, they were given a befitting reply," he said. Lt General Ranbir Singh also informed that the Army was able to neutralise 86 terrorists during various operations, with 20 apprehended. "We've also been able to bring back many of them to the mainstream," he said. The Northern Command chief, however, added that locals in Kashmir joining militancy "remains a matter of concern". He asserted that Pakistan feels "absolutely starved" because of effective counter infiltration grid of the Indian Army. "However, that realization is coming in the youth and people of Kashmir that we do not want to become fodder by the Pakistani agencies and various inimical elements, who want to promote terrorism and violence in J&K," he said. "I am sure with the help of all the stakeholders we will be able to arrest this trend in the times to come as we are doing now," he added. "Successful infiltration from the Line of Control(LoC) is virtually becoming very difficult. Therefore, for them to continue with this militancy, they want that the local content should be increased," he said.

First surgical strike happened in September '16: Lt General Ranbir Singh

A brief <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pak-troops-open-fire-along-loc-in-jk-indian-security-forces-retaliate-215261">exchange of fire</a> took place between terrorists and security forces in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir on Friday.

As per officials, the firing was reported in Adkhara area of Imam Sahib. The area has now been cordoned off.

A joint team of 34 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) and Special Operations Group (SOG) Shopian launched an operation in Imam Sahib after having inputs about the presence of terrorists in the area.

Further details are awaited.&nbsp;

On Thursday, around 9:30 am (IST), the Pakistan army initiated unprovoked firing along the Line of Control (LoC)&nbsp;which was immediately retaliated by the Indian army.

No injuries or any casualty was reported from the incident.

A brief exchange of fire took place between terrorists and security forces in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir on Friday. As per officials, the firing was reported in Adkhara area of Imam Sahib.

A brief exchange of fire took place between terrorists and security forces in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir on Friday. As per officials, the firing was reported in Adkhara area of Imam Sahib. The area has now been cordoned off. A joint team of 34 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) and Special Operations Group (SOG) Shopian launched an operation in Imam Sahib after having inputs about the presence of terrorists in the area. Further details are awaited. On Thursday, around 9:30 am (IST), the Pakistan army initiated unprovoked firing along the Line of Control (LoC) which was immediately retaliated by the Indian army. No injuries or any casualty was reported from the incident.

J&K: Terrorists, security personnel engage in brief exchange of fire in Shopian

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