The Army claimed four soldiers were killed and three were injured during a battle with militants in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district on Thursday. At 3:45 PM on Thursday, terrorists ambushed two army trucks heading through Dera Ki Gali in Rajouri's Poonch area.

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The Army claimed three soldiers were killed and three were injured during a battle with militants in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district on Thursday. At 3:45 PM on Thursday, terrorists ambushed two army trucks heading through Dera Ki Gali in Rajouri's Poonch area.

J&K: Terrorists ambush police vehicle in Rajouri, three Indian Army personnel killed in action

Indian Army along with Jammu and Kashmir Police foiled an infiltration bid in the Poonch sector of Jammu and Kashmir and arrested three terrorists along with arms and ammunition. One of the terrorists was apprehended in an injured condition. During the operation, one Indian Army soldier was also injured and later shifted to the army hospital.&nbsp;

''In a joint operation by the Indian Army along with JKP, three-four&nbsp;terrorists were intercepted on the Line of Control in Poonch sector while attempting to cross the fence on the night of May 30-31, 2023, taking advantage of bad weather and heavy rains. After tracking the movement at about 0130 hours, Indian Army contingent challenged&nbsp;them and was fired upon and in the retaliatory firefight some terrorists have been hit," said Indian Army's Defence Spokesman in Jammu, Lt Colonel Devender Anand.

"The area is cordoned off, and a search operation is in progress. Blood trails have been found. Three terrorists with some weapons and war-like stores including one IED and narcotics have been apprehended. One Indian Army soldier was injured in the ensuing firing and has been evacuated. Search operations are in progress," he added.&nbsp;

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The Indian Army had a tip-off about the suspicious movement of terrorists near the Gulpur area of Poonch after which the search operation was launched. Since the area is close to Line of Control, Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Indian Army conducted a joint operation, resulting in the arrest of three terrorists along with the recovery of&nbsp;huge cache of arms. The search operation in the area continues. 
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Indian Army along with Jammu and Kashmir Police foiled an infiltration bid in the Poonch sector of Jammu and Kashmir and arrested three terrorists along with arms and ammunition.

Indian Army along with Jammu and Kashmir Police foiled an infiltration bid in the Poonch sector of Jammu and Kashmir and arrested three terrorists along with arms and ammunition. One of the terrorists was apprehended in an injured condition. During the operation, one Indian Army soldier was also injured and later shifted to the army hospital. ''In a joint operation by the Indian Army along with JKP, three-four terrorists were intercepted on the Line of Control in Poonch sector while attempting to cross the fence on the night of May 30-31, 2023, taking advantage of bad weather and heavy rains. After tracking the movement at about 0130 hours, Indian Army contingent challenged them and was fired upon and in the retaliatory firefight some terrorists have been hit," said Indian Army's Defence Spokesman in Jammu, Lt Colonel Devender Anand. "The area is cordoned off, and a search operation is in progress. Blood trails have been found. Three terrorists with some weapons and war-like stores including one IED and narcotics have been apprehended. One Indian Army soldier was injured in the ensuing firing and has been evacuated. Search operations are in progress," he added. ALSO READ | SIA notifies property worth 30 million in North Kashmir’s Kupwara belonging to banned Jamaat-e-Islami The Indian Army had a tip-off about the suspicious movement of terrorists near the Gulpur area of Poonch after which the search operation was launched. Since the area is close to Line of Control, Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Indian Army conducted a joint operation, resulting in the arrest of three terrorists along with the recovery of huge cache of arms. The search operation in the area continues. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

India: 3 infiltrators apprehended along LoC near Poonch; huge cache of arms, ammunition recovered

An earthquake of magnitude 5.2 struck at 79 kilometres southeast (SE) of Fayzabad, Afghanistan on Sunday morning, as per India's National Centre for Seismology. The epicentre was at a depth of 220 kilometres under the earth's surface.

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According to preliminary information shared by&nbsp;European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC), the earthquake was reported to be of magnitude 5.9&nbsp;was felt 70 km east-southeast of Fayzabad, Afghanistan.

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The quake occurred at around 10.19 am as the&nbsp;tremors&nbsp;were also felt&nbsp;in various locations around Punjab, Haryana, and Jammu &amp; Kashmir. The tremors lasted for a few seconds. However, no instance of any casualty, injuries or damage has been reported.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>6.5 earthquake hit Indian subcontinent in March&nbsp;</h2>

In late March, a powerful earthquake of 6.5 magnitude struck the Indian subcontinent. The earthquakes, which had their origin in Afghanistan's Hindukush mountain range, were felt in New Delhi and other parts of the National Capital Region as well as in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and northern India. The severe earthquake claimed the lives of over a dozen people.&nbsp;

The National Centre for Seismology of India estimated that the earthquake's epicentre was 156 kilometres under the surface of the planet. At 4:17 PM (Greenwich Mean Time or 10:17 PM Indian Standard Time), earthquake tremors were reported which lasted for few minutes.&nbsp;

Jammu and Kashmir, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, New Delhi, and western Uttar Pradesh all experienced earthquake tremors. The earthquake shocks in Pakistan were felt in the capital Islamabad as well as the provinces of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab.&nbsp;

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An earthquake of magnitude 5.2 struck at 79 kilometres southeast (SE) of Fayzabad, Afghanistan on Sunday morning, as per India's National Centre for Seismology. The epicentre was at a depth of 220 kilometres under the earth's surface.

An earthquake of magnitude 5.2 struck at 79 kilometres southeast (SE) of Fayzabad, Afghanistan on Sunday morning, as per India's National Centre for Seismology. The epicentre was at a depth of 220 kilometres under the earth's surface. Earthquake of Magnitude:5.2, Occurred on 28-05-2023, 11:19:55 IST, Lat: 36.56 & Long: 71.13, Depth: 220 Km ,Location: Afghanistan for more information Download the BhooKamp App https://t.co/KyNMxeUdi9 @ndmaindia @Indiametdept @Dr_Mishra1966 @DDNewslive pic.twitter.com/LnP2nm7rpV — National Center for Seismology (@NCS_Earthquake) May 28, 2023 × According to preliminary information shared by European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC), the earthquake was reported to be of magnitude 5.9 was felt 70 km east-southeast of Fayzabad, Afghanistan. ⚠Preliminary info: M5.9 #earthquake (#زلزله, #землетрясение) about 70 km SE of #Fayzabad (#Afghanistan) 6 min ago (local time 10:19:57). Updates at: 📱https://t.co/LBaVNedgF9 🌐https://t.co/AXvOM7I4Th 🖥https://t.co/wPtMW5ND1t pic.twitter.com/aQvXMyWVoJ — EMSC (@LastQuake) May 28, 2023 × The quake occurred at around 10.19 am as the tremors were also felt in various locations around Punjab, Haryana, and Jammu & Kashmir. The tremors lasted for a few seconds. However, no instance of any casualty, injuries or damage has been reported. 6.5 earthquake hit Indian subcontinent in March In late March, a powerful earthquake of 6.5 magnitude struck the Indian subcontinent. The earthquakes, which had their origin in Afghanistan's Hindukush mountain range, were felt in New Delhi and other parts of the National Capital Region as well as in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and northern India. The severe earthquake claimed the lives of over a dozen people. The National Centre for Seismology of India estimated that the earthquake's epicentre was 156 kilometres under the surface of the planet. At 4:17 PM (Greenwich Mean Time or 10:17 PM Indian Standard Time), earthquake tremors were reported which lasted for few minutes. Jammu and Kashmir, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, New Delhi, and western Uttar Pradesh all experienced earthquake tremors. The earthquake shocks in Pakistan were felt in the capital Islamabad as well as the provinces of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab. (This is a developing story.) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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The National Investigative Agency (NIA) has taken over the Poonch terror attack matter and reached the spot of the incident. Meanwhile, a manhunt has been launched to nab the terrorists and look into the possible motives behind the attack. The attack led to 5 army jawans being martyred.

NIA takes over Poonch terror attack investigation, manhunt on for terrorists

A team of NIA visited Poonch in Jammu and Kashmir, where five Indian Army soldiers were killed in a terror attack. The team includes a DIG and Superintendent of Police rank officers and also a team of forensic experts that will collect evidence from the spot. Terrorists had lobbed a grenade on the truck jawans were travelling in which caught fire and five soldiers lost their lives.

Poonch terror attack: Massive search ops underway to trace terrorists; NIA takes over probe

Five Army soldiers were killed in a terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district on Thursday. Defence officials said that terrorists fired at the Army vehicle while it was moving from Bhimber Gali to Sangiot in Poonch district.

India: 5 Army jawans killed in terror attack in J&K's Poonch

In India,&nbsp;at least 12&nbsp;people&nbsp;were killed and over a dozen were&nbsp;injured in an accident after a passenger bus fell&nbsp;into a gorge in the Poonch area of Jammu. Reports suggested that an overloaded minibus skidded off the road and fell into a very deep gorge early morning in the Poonch district. Five people are critically injured and they are&nbsp;airlifted to the government hospital in Jammu.&nbsp;

Officials said the accident occurred near the Brari Ballah Sawjian area after the driver of the bus bearing number JK12-1419 lost control. The Bus skidded off the road and rolled several hundred meters into the gorge. Jammu and Kashmir’s LG Manoj Sinha expressed grief over the incident and announced ex gratia relief.&nbsp;

"Saddened by loss of lives due to a road accident in Sawjian, Poonch. Condolences to bereaved families. May the injured recover soon. Rs. 5 lakhs would be given to the next of kin of deceased. Directed Police and Civil authorities to provide best possible treatment to the injured," said LG Manoj Sinha.&nbsp;

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The former chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir Mehbooba Mufti also expressed shock over the incident. "Shocked to hear about the unfortunate accident at Sawajian Mandi in Poonch. Deepest condolences to the grieving families &amp; prayers for the injured," said Mehbooba Mufti.&nbsp;

Soon after the accident, locals, police and the army rushed to the spot and launched a massive rescue operation. Those who are injured have been shifted to the hospital.&nbsp;

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In India, at least 12 people were killed and over a dozen were injured in an accident after a passenger bus fell into a gorge in the Poonch area of Jammu. Reports suggested that an overloaded minibus skidded off the road and fell into a very deep gorge early morning in the Poonch district.

In India, at least 12 people were killed and over a dozen were injured in an accident after a passenger bus fell into a gorge in the Poonch area of Jammu. Reports suggested that an overloaded minibus skidded off the road and fell into a very deep gorge early morning in the Poonch district. Five people are critically injured and they are airlifted to the government hospital in Jammu. Officials said the accident occurred near the Brari Ballah Sawjian area after the driver of the bus bearing number JK12-1419 lost control. The Bus skidded off the road and rolled several hundred meters into the gorge. Jammu and Kashmir’s LG Manoj Sinha expressed grief over the incident and announced ex gratia relief. "Saddened by loss of lives due to a road accident in Sawjian, Poonch. Condolences to bereaved families. May the injured recover soon. Rs. 5 lakhs would be given to the next of kin of deceased. Directed Police and Civil authorities to provide best possible treatment to the injured," said LG Manoj Sinha. The loss of lives due to an accident in Poonch is saddening. My thoughts are with all those who lost their loved ones. Wishing the injured a speedy recovery. Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each deceased and Rs. 50,000 would be given to the injured: PM — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 14, 2022 × The former chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir Mehbooba Mufti also expressed shock over the incident. "Shocked to hear about the unfortunate accident at Sawajian Mandi in Poonch. Deepest condolences to the grieving families & prayers for the injured," said Mehbooba Mufti. Soon after the accident, locals, police and the army rushed to the spot and launched a massive rescue operation. Those who are injured have been shifted to the hospital. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

India: At least 12 dead, several injured in bus accident in Poonch area of Jammu

A joint team of the Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police busted a terror hideout and recovered a large cache of arms &amp; ammunition near a village along the Line of Control in Poonch district.&nbsp;

The Indian Army said that a search operation was conducted based on specific intelligence inputs, following which a team consisting of the Poonch Brigade of White Knight Corps and a special operations group (SOG) raided Noorkote village of Haveli tehsil on Sunday evening.

“On Apr 3, the alert troops of Indian Army and SOG, carried out a joint operation and recovered arms and ammunition from a village along Line of Control in district Poonch(J&amp;K),” said PRO Defence, Jammu.

He added that the search team seized two AK-47 rifles, two AK 47 magazines, one 223 bore AK shape gun with handgrip, two magazines of 233 bore AK shape gun, one Chinese Pistol, one Chinese pistol magazine, 63 AK-47 rounds, twenty rounds of 223 bore AK Shape gun and four Chinese pistol rounds. “

The security forces have said that the terrorists were planning to disturb peace in Jammu and Kashmir, which has been foiled by them.

Officials said that no arrests were made during the search operation.

A joint team of the Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police busted a terror hideout and recovered a large cache of arms & ammunition near a village along the Line of Control in Poonch district.

A joint team of the Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police busted a terror hideout and recovered a large cache of arms & ammunition near a village along the Line of Control in Poonch district. The Indian Army said that a search operation was conducted based on specific intelligence inputs, following which a team consisting of the Poonch Brigade of White Knight Corps and a special operations group (SOG) raided Noorkote village of Haveli tehsil on Sunday evening. “On Apr 3, the alert troops of Indian Army and SOG, carried out a joint operation and recovered arms and ammunition from a village along Line of Control in district Poonch(J&K),” said PRO Defence, Jammu. He added that the search team seized two AK-47 rifles, two AK 47 magazines, one 223 bore AK shape gun with handgrip, two magazines of 233 bore AK shape gun, one Chinese Pistol, one Chinese pistol magazine, 63 AK-47 rounds, twenty rounds of 223 bore AK Shape gun and four Chinese pistol rounds. “ The security forces have said that the terrorists were planning to disturb peace in Jammu and Kashmir, which has been foiled by them. Officials said that no arrests were made during the search operation.

Jammu and Kashmir: Terrorist hideout busted near LOC, huge cache of arms recovered

After a police constable succumbed to injuries, the death toll reached three on Tuesday in the terror attack on a police bus in Jammu and Kashmir, the officials said. &nbsp;

At the Army's 92 Base hospital, constable Rameez Ahmad of the Jammu and Kashmir Armed Police’s 9th Battalion succumbed to injuries, added officials. &nbsp;

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Meanwhile, in an encounter with security forces, a terrorist was also killed in Poonch district on Tuesday, as per authorities. &nbsp;&nbsp;

On receiving intelligence inputs, the army and the Jammu and Kashmir police launched an operation in Behramgala area of Poonch, said a defence spokesperson. &nbsp;&nbsp;

During the operation, the terrorists opened fire at the security personnel in an attempt to flee in the early hours of Tuesday, spokesperson added. &nbsp;&nbsp;

As troops retaliated, one terrorist was killed in the encounter, the spokesperson further said. &nbsp;

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From the site, an AK-47 rifle, four magazines and pouches were seized. &nbsp;

The attack on the police bus, was carried out by little known outfit, Kashmir Tigers, which is believed to be the front of Jaish-e-Mohammad, at Zewan on the outskirts of Srinagar on Monday. &nbsp;

In the attack, assistant sub inspector Ghulam Hassan and constable Shafeeq Ali were killed. Around 12 others, including Rameez, had got hurt. &nbsp;

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After a police constable succumbed to injuries, the death toll reached three on Tuesday in the terror attack on a police bus in Jammu and Kashmir, the officials said.

After a police constable succumbed to injuries, the death toll reached three on Tuesday in the terror attack on a police bus in Jammu and Kashmir, the officials said. At the Army's 92 Base hospital, constable Rameez Ahmad of the Jammu and Kashmir Armed Police’s 9th Battalion succumbed to injuries, added officials. Also Read: Terrorists open fire on police vehicle in Srinagar; 2 security personnel killed Meanwhile, in an encounter with security forces, a terrorist was also killed in Poonch district on Tuesday, as per authorities. On receiving intelligence inputs, the army and the Jammu and Kashmir police launched an operation in Behramgala area of Poonch, said a defence spokesperson. During the operation, the terrorists opened fire at the security personnel in an attempt to flee in the early hours of Tuesday, spokesperson added. As troops retaliated, one terrorist was killed in the encounter, the spokesperson further said. Also Read: 'You are the living gods': Indian Army thanks first responders at CDS chopper crash site From the site, an AK-47 rifle, four magazines and pouches were seized. The attack on the police bus, was carried out by little known outfit, Kashmir Tigers, which is believed to be the front of Jaish-e-Mohammad, at Zewan on the outskirts of Srinagar on Monday. In the attack, assistant sub inspector Ghulam Hassan and constable Shafeeq Ali were killed. Around 12 others, including Rameez, had got hurt. (With inputs from agencies)

J&K attack’s death toll reaches 3; one terrorist killed in Poonch encounter

Security forces have busted a terror hideout that led to the recovery of some arms and ammunition during a search operation in Bhatti Durrian forest in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, officials said.

The operation in Bhatti Durrian in Mendhar, along with Surankote forest in Poonch and Thanamandi in Rajouri, continued for the 16th day on Tuesday to flush out a group of terrorists who attacked Army search parties on October 11 and 14, killing nine soldiers.

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A Pakistani terrorist, who was shifted from the Kot Bhalwal Central Jail Jammu to Mendhar on police remand for questioning in connection with the ongoing operation, was killed when security force personnel accompanying him to identify a hideout came under fire from terrorists on Sunday.

A police official said the search parties comprising Army and police personnel busted a hideout at the recent encounter site in Bhatti Durrian forest, leading to the recovery of an AK assault rifle, a magazine with 29 rounds, two grenades and two detonators.

Some blankets, tiffins, two pairs of shoes, two syringes and four biscuit packets were also found in the hideout, the official said, adding that the search operation is still continuing.

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The officials said some gunshots were heard during the day, and smoke was spotted at different places within the besieged area.

Security forces have cleared almost all the natural caves believed to be used by terrorists to hide but there was no trace of them so far, the officials said.

Over a dozen people, including two women, were detained for questioning after it came to light that they allegedly provided logistic support to the terrorists, they said, adding that most of them are being released as it was found that the support was not voluntary and was given at gun-point.

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Meanwhile, traffic movement between Mendhar and Thanamandi along the Jammu-Rajouri highway remained suspended as a precautionary measure for the 11th day on Tuesday in the wake of the ongoing operation.

Rajouri and Poonch in Jammu region have witnessed a rise in infiltration attempts since June this year, resulting in the killing of nine terrorists in separate encounters.

Security forces have busted a terror hideout that led to the recovery of some arms and ammunition during a search operation in Bhatti Durrian forest in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, officials said.

Security forces have busted a terror hideout that led to the recovery of some arms and ammunition during a search operation in Bhatti Durrian forest in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, officials said. The operation in Bhatti Durrian in Mendhar, along with Surankote forest in Poonch and Thanamandi in Rajouri, continued for the 16th day on Tuesday to flush out a group of terrorists who attacked Army search parties on October 11 and 14, killing nine soldiers. Also read | Terrorists involved in killing migrant workers in J&K eliminated: Police A Pakistani terrorist, who was shifted from the Kot Bhalwal Central Jail Jammu to Mendhar on police remand for questioning in connection with the ongoing operation, was killed when security force personnel accompanying him to identify a hideout came under fire from terrorists on Sunday. A police official said the search parties comprising Army and police personnel busted a hideout at the recent encounter site in Bhatti Durrian forest, leading to the recovery of an AK assault rifle, a magazine with 29 rounds, two grenades and two detonators. Some blankets, tiffins, two pairs of shoes, two syringes and four biscuit packets were also found in the hideout, the official said, adding that the search operation is still continuing. Also read | Anti-terror operation in India's Jammu and Kashmir enters 5th day The officials said some gunshots were heard during the day, and smoke was spotted at different places within the besieged area. Security forces have cleared almost all the natural caves believed to be used by terrorists to hide but there was no trace of them so far, the officials said. Over a dozen people, including two women, were detained for questioning after it came to light that they allegedly provided logistic support to the terrorists, they said, adding that most of them are being released as it was found that the support was not voluntary and was given at gun-point. Watch | Jammu and Kashmir: Terrorists target laborers in the latest attack Meanwhile, traffic movement between Mendhar and Thanamandi along the Jammu-Rajouri highway remained suspended as a precautionary measure for the 11th day on Tuesday in the wake of the ongoing operation. Rajouri and Poonch in Jammu region have witnessed a rise in infiltration attempts since June this year, resulting in the killing of nine terrorists in separate encounters.

J&K: Terror hideout busted in Poonch; arms and ammunition recovered

Three persons, including a mother-son duo, were detained for questioning during an ongoing search operation in the forest belt of Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch and Rajouri border districts where nine soldiers were killed in two separate gunfights with terrorists over the past week, officials said on Sunday.

Five Army personnel, including a junior commissioned officer (JCO), laid down their lives in a fierce gunfight during a counter-insurgency operation in Surankote forest on Monday. Four soldiers, including another JCO, died in another encounter in the Mendhar sector on Thursday evening.

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A man along with a 45-year-old woman and her son, all residents of Bhatta Durrian forest, were taken into custody for questioning on the suspicion of giving logistic support to terrorists, the officials said.

It was a matter of investigation whether they provided food and shelter to the terrorists voluntarily or at gunpoint, they said.

The officials underlined that the area is mountainous and the forest is dense, which makes the operation difficult and dangerous.

So far, contact with hiding terrorists was established thrice -- first on October 11 in Poonch's Surankote which was followed by another exchange of fire between the security forces and the fleeing terrorists in the adjoining Thanamandi forest in Rajouri district the same day but the ultras managed their escape in both the encounters.

The third encounter took place in the Nar Khas forest in the Mendhar area of Poonch on Thursday evening.

"The presence of terrorists in the forest area connecting Poonch and Rajouri was observed two-and-a-half months ago and accordingly tactical operations were launched to track them down," Deputy Inspector General of Police, Rajouri-Poonch range, Vivek Gupta said on Saturday.

"A joint security grid was tracking different groups of terrorists but sometimes operations take time depending on the topography of the area. Contact with the terrorists was established thrice this week based on intelligence inputs," the officer said.

The terrorists are holed up and the joint forces are on the job to take the operation to the logical conclusion, he added.

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Officials said the entire forest area from Mendhar to Thanamandi remains under a strict cordon and a massive search operation is on to neutralise the terrorists moving from one place to another in an attempt to escape the dragnet.

The Army has deployed para-commandos and a helicopter was also seen hovering over the forest area for surveillance on Saturday.

Officials said the traffic between Mendhar and Thanamandi along the Jammu-Rajouri highway remained suspended for the third day on Sunday in the wake of the ongoing operation.

Rajouri and Poonch in the Jammu region have witnessed a rise in infiltration attempts since June this year. Nine terrorists have been killed in separate encounters.

Three persons, including a mother-son duo, were detained for questioning during an ongoing search operation in the forest belt of Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch and Rajouri border districts where nine soldiers were killed in two separate gunfights with terrorists over the past week, officials said on Sunday.

Three persons, including a mother-son duo, were detained for questioning during an ongoing search operation in the forest belt of Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch and Rajouri border districts where nine soldiers were killed in two separate gunfights with terrorists over the past week, officials said on Sunday. Five Army personnel, including a junior commissioned officer (JCO), laid down their lives in a fierce gunfight during a counter-insurgency operation in Surankote forest on Monday. Four soldiers, including another JCO, died in another encounter in the Mendhar sector on Thursday evening. Also Read | J&K: 13 terrorists killed in 9 encounters after civilian killings A man along with a 45-year-old woman and her son, all residents of Bhatta Durrian forest, were taken into custody for questioning on the suspicion of giving logistic support to terrorists, the officials said. It was a matter of investigation whether they provided food and shelter to the terrorists voluntarily or at gunpoint, they said. The officials underlined that the area is mountainous and the forest is dense, which makes the operation difficult and dangerous. So far, contact with hiding terrorists was established thrice -- first on October 11 in Poonch's Surankote which was followed by another exchange of fire between the security forces and the fleeing terrorists in the adjoining Thanamandi forest in Rajouri district the same day but the ultras managed their escape in both the encounters. The third encounter took place in the Nar Khas forest in the Mendhar area of Poonch on Thursday evening. "The presence of terrorists in the forest area connecting Poonch and Rajouri was observed two-and-a-half months ago and accordingly tactical operations were launched to track them down," Deputy Inspector General of Police, Rajouri-Poonch range, Vivek Gupta said on Saturday. "A joint security grid was tracking different groups of terrorists but sometimes operations take time depending on the topography of the area. Contact with the terrorists was established thrice this week based on intelligence inputs," the officer said. The terrorists are holed up and the joint forces are on the job to take the operation to the logical conclusion, he added. Also Read | India to host in-person NSA meet on Afghanistan, Pakistan's Moeed Yusuf invited Officials said the entire forest area from Mendhar to Thanamandi remains under a strict cordon and a massive search operation is on to neutralise the terrorists moving from one place to another in an attempt to escape the dragnet. The Army has deployed para-commandos and a helicopter was also seen hovering over the forest area for surveillance on Saturday. Officials said the traffic between Mendhar and Thanamandi along the Jammu-Rajouri highway remained suspended for the third day on Sunday in the wake of the ongoing operation. Rajouri and Poonch in the Jammu region have witnessed a rise in infiltration attempts since June this year. Nine terrorists have been killed in separate encounters.

J&K encounter: 3 detained for questioning as search ops enter day 7 in Poonch- Rajouri forests

A counter insurgency operation entered the fifth day on Saturday in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch and Rajouri districts as the Army deployed para commandos to eliminate terrorists whose exact number is still not known.

Police sources said traffic on the Poonch-Rajouri highway remained closed in Bhimber Gali area for the third straight day.

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Five soldiers, including a Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO), were killed in the first exchange of gunfire between the combing troops and the terrorists on Tuesday.

On Friday, two soldiers were killed, while reports said a JCO who was missing.

But there has been no official confirmation on the missing JCO.

Para commandos have been deployed in the densely forested Nar Khas area where the two soldiers were killed on Friday.

Defence sources said initially the operation had started following reports that three terrorists and a local guide were seen in the Dhera Ki Gali (DKG) area.

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"After the firing exchanges started in Mendhar area while the engagement with the terrorists was going on in DGK area, it is likely that there are two groups of terrorists, one operating in Poonch district and the other in Rajouri district.

"The exact number of terrorists would be known after they are eliminated," the defence sources said.

They added that two locals have been detained by police for questioning in connection with providing food and shelter to the terrorists.

A counter insurgency operation entered the fifth day on Saturday in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch and Rajouri districts as the Army deployed para commandos to eliminate terrorists whose exact number is still not known.

A counter insurgency operation entered the fifth day on Saturday in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch and Rajouri districts as the Army deployed para commandos to eliminate terrorists whose exact number is still not known. Police sources said traffic on the Poonch-Rajouri highway remained closed in Bhimber Gali area for the third straight day. Also Read | Malabar exercise focuses on free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific region: Karambir Singh Five soldiers, including a Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO), were killed in the first exchange of gunfire between the combing troops and the terrorists on Tuesday. On Friday, two soldiers were killed, while reports said a JCO who was missing. But there has been no official confirmation on the missing JCO. Para commandos have been deployed in the densely forested Nar Khas area where the two soldiers were killed on Friday. Defence sources said initially the operation had started following reports that three terrorists and a local guide were seen in the Dhera Ki Gali (DKG) area. Also Read | 'Hybrid or part time terrorists': A new challenge for security forces "After the firing exchanges started in Mendhar area while the engagement with the terrorists was going on in DGK area, it is likely that there are two groups of terrorists, one operating in Poonch district and the other in Rajouri district. "The exact number of terrorists would be known after they are eliminated," the defence sources said. They added that two locals have been detained by police for questioning in connection with providing food and shelter to the terrorists.

Anti-terror operation in India's Jammu and Kashmir enters 5th day

Aged just 24, he was the family’s lone breadwinner while serving the Indian Army from the age of 19, he had managed to secure a loan(that is still being repaid) and recently built an own house for his mother and sister and also purchased a car for the family.&nbsp;

Despite the immense responsibility that he had to shoulder from a very young age, he had enthusiastically asked for a posting in Jammu and Kashmir(one of the most dangerous conflict zones in the world), to serve his motherland.&nbsp;

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“Chasing my dreamz”, accompanied by emoticons of a uniformed soldier, a home, a bike, a car and family is how he described himself on his WhatsApp. That’s H.Vaisakh for you, the young braveheart from Kollam, Kerala who made the supreme sacrifice for India while fighting terrorists in J&amp;K.&nbsp;

According to his younger cousin Abhijith, it was barely four months ago that Vaisakh’s mother and sister had moved into their new home which Vaisakh had built at the Odanavattom village, their native place.&nbsp;

The new residence signfied a ray of hope for the family which had been plagued by financial issues. During Vysakh’s childhood the family had to stay in a rented house for several years after selling their own house and land to meet their financial liabilities. It was after Vysakh started serving in Indian Army that he saved every bit of his income to take care of his tightly-knit family which meant the world to him.

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“It was about two months ago following the death of his maternal grandmother that he stepped into his own home(which he so dearly planned and constructed). Back then, he couldn’t make it on time for the funeral but he came on leave a couple of days later and performed the rituals. That’s when he told us about his decision to voluntarily ask for posting in Jammu and Kashmir. None from our family have served the Armed forces but from a very young age Annan(elder brother) was extremely determined on joining the Army," Abhijith recalled.

Naushad, the secretary of Quilon Mallu Soldiers (a registered non-profit trust working for Armed forces personnel and their families), recalls Vaisakh as a dynamic young man who always took active part in their events.&nbsp;

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The trust is now making arrangements at the residence of the soldier to receive the mortal remains, perform crowd control work amid COVID-19 and help the family during their hour of inconsolable grief. The mortal remains of the soldier are expected to reach the native village by late Wednesday night or on Thursday, following which the public would be allowed to pay their respects at the nearby school where Vaisakh studied.&nbsp;

“An avid traveller and adventurer, Vysakh loved his Royal Enfield bullet and also had recently purchased a car for the family," his cousin added. Having grown up and played together, Abhijith cant believe that his elder brother who was always full of life, is no more.&nbsp;

Mohankumar, Vaisakh’s maternal uncle remembers him as an extremely affable, good-natured person, who was very hardworking and had the sole mission of giving a better life for his modest family. “Getting his younger sister(who recently competed her college education) happily married was among his top priorities, while his own needs and wants came last” &nbsp;

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Five army personnel, including a Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) were killed in an encounter with terrorists at the Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday.&nbsp;

The soldiers lost their lives in firing by terrorists in a village close to Dera Ki Gali in Surankote area of the border district of Poonch after the Army and police launched a joint operation based on intelligence inputs about the presence of terrorists who had infiltrated from Pakistan after crossing the Line of Control(LoC).&nbsp;

During the operation, terrorists brought down a heavy volume of fire on Army troops which led to five Indian Army soldiers being killed in action.&nbsp;

Naib Subedar (JCO) Jaswinder Singh, a recipient of Sena Medal, Naik Mandeep Singh, Gajjan Singh, Saraj Singh and H.Vaisakh made the supreme sacrifice for the motherland.&nbsp;

Aged just 24, he was the family’s lone breadwinner while serving the Indian Army from the age of 19, he had managed to secure a loan(that is still being repaid) and recently built an own house for his mother and sister and also purchased a car for the family.

Aged just 24, he was the family’s lone breadwinner while serving the Indian Army from the age of 19, he had managed to secure a loan(that is still being repaid) and recently built an own house for his mother and sister and also purchased a car for the family. Despite the immense responsibility that he had to shoulder from a very young age, he had enthusiastically asked for a posting in Jammu and Kashmir(one of the most dangerous conflict zones in the world), to serve his motherland. Also Read | Jammu and Kashmir: Seven terrorists killed in five operations in 24 hours “Chasing my dreamz”, accompanied by emoticons of a uniformed soldier, a home, a bike, a car and family is how he described himself on his WhatsApp. That’s H.Vaisakh for you, the young braveheart from Kollam, Kerala who made the supreme sacrifice for India while fighting terrorists in J&K. According to his younger cousin Abhijith, it was barely four months ago that Vaisakh’s mother and sister had moved into their new home which Vaisakh had built at the Odanavattom village, their native place. The new residence signfied a ray of hope for the family which had been plagued by financial issues. During Vysakh’s childhood the family had to stay in a rented house for several years after selling their own house and land to meet their financial liabilities. It was after Vysakh started serving in Indian Army that he saved every bit of his income to take care of his tightly-knit family which meant the world to him. Also Read | J&K: Two teachers shot dead by terrorists, two days after three others were gunned down “It was about two months ago following the death of his maternal grandmother that he stepped into his own home(which he so dearly planned and constructed). Back then, he couldn’t make it on time for the funeral but he came on leave a couple of days later and performed the rituals. That’s when he told us about his decision to voluntarily ask for posting in Jammu and Kashmir. None from our family have served the Armed forces but from a very young age Annan(elder brother) was extremely determined on joining the Army," Abhijith recalled. Naushad, the secretary of Quilon Mallu Soldiers (a registered non-profit trust working for Armed forces personnel and their families), recalls Vaisakh as a dynamic young man who always took active part in their events. The trust is now making arrangements at the residence of the soldier to receive the mortal remains, perform crowd control work amid COVID-19 and help the family during their hour of inconsolable grief. The mortal remains of the soldier are expected to reach the native village by late Wednesday night or on Thursday, following which the public would be allowed to pay their respects at the nearby school where Vaisakh studied. “An avid traveller and adventurer, Vysakh loved his Royal Enfield bullet and also had recently purchased a car for the family," his cousin added. Having grown up and played together, Abhijith cant believe that his elder brother who was always full of life, is no more. Mohankumar, Vaisakh’s maternal uncle remembers him as an extremely affable, good-natured person, who was very hardworking and had the sole mission of giving a better life for his modest family. “Getting his younger sister(who recently competed her college education) happily married was among his top priorities, while his own needs and wants came last” Five army personnel, including a Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) were killed in an encounter with terrorists at the Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday. The soldiers lost their lives in firing by terrorists in a village close to Dera Ki Gali in Surankote area of the border district of Poonch after the Army and police launched a joint operation based on intelligence inputs about the presence of terrorists who had infiltrated from Pakistan after crossing the Line of Control(LoC). During the operation, terrorists brought down a heavy volume of fire on Army troops which led to five Indian Army soldiers being killed in action. Naib Subedar (JCO) Jaswinder Singh, a recipient of Sena Medal, Naik Mandeep Singh, Gajjan Singh, Saraj Singh and H.Vaisakh made the supreme sacrifice for the motherland.

24-yr old Indian Army braveheart H.Vaisakh enthusiastically asked for Kashmir posting, recall kin

One junior commissioned officer of the Indian army and four soldiers were killed in an encounter in Kashmir's Poonch district. The personnel was killed in a gunfight with the hiding terrorists after a cordon-and-search operation was carried out by the Indian army. The encounter has now spread to the Rajouri region adjacent to the site where the gunfight took place earlier in the day. The Indian army launched the operation after getting reports of the presence heavily armed terrorists in the chamrer forest. Officials say that the terrorists managed to sneak from across the line of control.

Four soldiers killed in an encounter in Kashmir's Poonch district

A Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) and four soldiers were killed after an encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district.

According to the defence spokesperson, security forces launched an operation after intelligence agencies alerted them&nbsp;about the presence of terrorists in a village. The officials immediately launched a &nbsp;search and cordon operation in the area.

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The terrorists opened fire as security personnel entered the area as&nbsp;five soldiers were killed. The officials had said earlier that the soldiers had sustained critical injuries during the anti-terror operation, however, the JCO and four other soldiers died later.

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Reports claimed the terrorists had taken refuge in a forest after crossing the Line of Control (LOC).

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The encounter is reportedly still underway as extra reinforcements have been deployed in the area.

(With inputs from Agencies) 
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A Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) and four soldiers were killed after an encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district. According to the defence spokesperson, security forces launched an operation after intelligence agencies alerted them about the presence of terrorists in a village.

A Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) and four soldiers were killed after an encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district. According to the defence spokesperson, security forces launched an operation after intelligence agencies alerted them about the presence of terrorists in a village. The officials immediately launched a search and cordon operation in the area. Also Read: J&K: Security forces detain over 700 ‘terrorist sympathisers’ after civilian killings The terrorists opened fire as security personnel entered the area as five soldiers were killed. The officials had said earlier that the soldiers had sustained critical injuries during the anti-terror operation, however, the JCO and four other soldiers died later. Also Read: J&K: 7 civilians killed in 10 days, Sikh leaders urge people to not go to work Reports claimed the terrorists had taken refuge in a forest after crossing the Line of Control (LOC). Also Read: J&K: Two teachers shot dead by terrorists, two days after three others were gunned down The encounter is reportedly still underway as extra reinforcements have been deployed in the area. (With inputs from Agencies)

5 army personnel killed in anti-terror operation in J&K's Poonch; encounter underway

One terrorist was killed after an infiltration bid was foiled at the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Monday.

The Army said that in the early hours a terrorist from across the LoC made an attempt to infiltrate in the Poonch sector.

"Alert Army troops detected the infiltration bid by effective use of the integrated surveillance grid," the Army said.

"On being challenged by the Army troops, there ensued a fierce firefight with the terrorist in which one terrorist was neutralised, and his body along with an AK-47 rifle has been recovered."

The operation is still in progress in the area.

"This action by alert Army troops displays a resolve of the Indian Army to thwart any misadventure along the Line of Control," the Army said.

One terrorist was killed after an infiltration bid was foiled at the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Monday. The Army said that in the early hours a terrorist from across the LoC made an attempt to infiltrate in the Poonch sector.

One terrorist was killed after an infiltration bid was foiled at the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Monday. The Army said that in the early hours a terrorist from across the LoC made an attempt to infiltrate in the Poonch sector. "Alert Army troops detected the infiltration bid by effective use of the integrated surveillance grid," the Army said. "On being challenged by the Army troops, there ensued a fierce firefight with the terrorist in which one terrorist was neutralised, and his body along with an AK-47 rifle has been recovered." The operation is still in progress in the area. "This action by alert Army troops displays a resolve of the Indian Army to thwart any misadventure along the Line of Control," the Army said.

Infiltration bid foiled at LoC in J&K's Poonch, terrorist killed

Two minor sisters who had crossed the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district have been handed over to the authorities from Pakistan occupied Kashmir at Chakan Da Bagh crossing point on Monday, officials told WION.

17-year-old Laiba Zabair and 13-year old Sana Zabair, were apprehended by the Indian army after noticing them moving in the Sarla sector along the LoC in Poonch on Sunday, a defence spokesperson had said.

 
“Own troops deployed along the LoC, having detected the crossing, exercised complete restraint to prevent any harm to the teenagers,” the spokesperson had said.

Sources said that a meeting was arranged at the Chakan Da Bagh in which officials from Pakistan and India were present and the girls were handed over with gifts for the duo.

Residents of Abbasspur in Kahuta Tehsil of PoK, the sisters were taken to a hospital in the district for a health check-up before they were handed over, a source said.

Two minor sisters who had crossed the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district have been handed over to the authorities from Pakistan occupied Kashmir at Chakan Da Bagh crossing point on Monday, officials told WION.

Two minor sisters who had crossed the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district have been handed over to the authorities from Pakistan occupied Kashmir at Chakan Da Bagh crossing point on Monday, officials told WION. 17-year-old Laiba Zabair and 13-year old Sana Zabair, were apprehended by the Indian army after noticing them moving in the Sarla sector along the LoC in Poonch on Sunday, a defence spokesperson had said. “Own troops deployed along the LoC, having detected the crossing, exercised complete restraint to prevent any harm to the teenagers,” the spokesperson had said. Sources said that a meeting was arranged at the Chakan Da Bagh in which officials from Pakistan and India were present and the girls were handed over with gifts for the duo. Residents of Abbasspur in Kahuta Tehsil of PoK, the sisters were taken to a hospital in the district for a health check-up before they were handed over, a source said.

Two minor sisters from Pakistan repatriated via LoC in Poonch, J&K

Pakistan violated ceasefire in Shahpur, Kirni and Degwar sectors in Poonch district here on Saturday morning.

The ceasefire violation began at 9:15 am by firing with small arms and intense shelling with mortars along the Line of Control.Indian Army is retaliating befittingly. Further details are awaited.&nbsp;

Pakistan violated ceasefire in Shahpur, Kirni and Degwar sectors in Poonch district here on Saturday morning. The ceasefire violation began at 9:15 am by firing with small arms and intense shelling with mortars along the Line of Control.

Pakistan violated ceasefire in Shahpur, Kirni and Degwar sectors in Poonch district here on Saturday morning. The ceasefire violation began at 9:15 am by firing with small arms and intense shelling with mortars along the Line of Control.Indian Army is retaliating befittingly. Further details are awaited.

Pakistan violates ceasefire in Jammu and Kashmir

Pakistan violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir on Friday.

The unprovoked ceasefire violation was initiated by firing with small arms and shelling mortars in the area. The Indian Army retaliated to the ceasefire.

At least one civilian was injured in the firing. The firing took place in Mendhar sector of the district.

At about 5.45 pm, the Pakistan Army initiated unprovoked ceasefire violation by firing with small arms and intense shelling with mortars along LoC in the district.

(With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir on Friday. The unprovoked ceasefire violation was initiated by firing with small arms and shelling mortars in the area.

Pakistan violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir on Friday. The unprovoked ceasefire violation was initiated by firing with small arms and shelling mortars in the area. The Indian Army retaliated to the ceasefire. At least one civilian was injured in the firing. The firing took place in Mendhar sector of the district. At about 5.45 pm, the Pakistan Army initiated unprovoked ceasefire violation by firing with small arms and intense shelling with mortars along LoC in the district. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan violates ceasefire in J&K’s Poonch, heavy shelling in Mendhar

The Pakistan Army on Sunday opened fire and shelled forward areas along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, a defence spokesman said.

The cross-border firing started in Degwar sector around 8:40 am, drawing retaliation from the Indian Army, the spokesman said.

He said there was no report of any casualty on the Indian side in the Pakistani firing.

They started with small arms firing and later fired mortars around 9:30 am,&nbsp;the spokesman said, adding the cross-border firing between the two sides was going on when last reports came in.

The Pakistani firing ended over a week-long lull along the LoC.

Pakistan last violated the ceasefire in Degwar sector on May 9 and Kirni, Qasba and Shahpur sectors of Poonch two days earlier.

The Pakistan Army on Sunday opened fire and shelled forward areas along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, a defence spokesman said.

The Pakistan Army on Sunday opened fire and shelled forward areas along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, a defence spokesman said. The cross-border firing started in Degwar sector around 8:40 am, drawing retaliation from the Indian Army, the spokesman said. He said there was no report of any casualty on the Indian side in the Pakistani firing. They started with small arms firing and later fired mortars around 9:30 am, the spokesman said, adding the cross-border firing between the two sides was going on when last reports came in. The Pakistani firing ended over a week-long lull along the LoC. Pakistan last violated the ceasefire in Degwar sector on May 9 and Kirni, Qasba and Shahpur sectors of Poonch two days earlier.

Pakistan Army shells forward areas along LoC in Poonch

The Border Security Force (<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/over-7200-paramilitary-troops-to-be-withdrawn-from-jammu-and-kashmir-270142">BSF</a>) organised a free medical camp in Poonch's Khanater village on Wednesday which was attended by a large number of local residents.

Besides medical check-up, free medicines were also provided to the people.

"It is our effort for these people who are committed to the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/2-civilians-dead-8-security-personnel-injured-as-pakistan-violates-ceasefire-at-loc-in-jk-265995">protection of the country</a>. We know this area lacks medical facilities. So, we decided to extend medical facilities to them," ID Singh, DIG, BSF told sources.

A local, Mohd Shabbir, said that the BSF organises medical camps from time to time in the area.

"BSF has organised medical camps earlier too. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/second-phase-of-back-to-village-programme-begins-in-jammu-kashmir-264529">People</a> from far-flung areas have come to the camp," he said.

The Border Security Force (BSF) organised a free medical camp in Poonch's Khanater village on Wednesday which was attended by a large number of local residents. Besides medical check-up, free medicines were also provided to the people.

The Border Security Force (BSF) organised a free medical camp in Poonch's Khanater village on Wednesday which was attended by a large number of local residents. Besides medical check-up, free medicines were also provided to the people. "It is our effort for these people who are committed to the protection of the country. We know this area lacks medical facilities. So, we decided to extend medical facilities to them," ID Singh, DIG, BSF told sources. A local, Mohd Shabbir, said that the BSF organises medical camps from time to time in the area. "BSF has organised medical camps earlier too. People from far-flung areas have come to the camp," he said.

J&K: Border Security Force organises medical camp in Poonch

Pakistani troops violated the ceasefire in Tanghar sector of Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district and Kanzalwan on Saturday.

In a befitting reply, the Indian Army is also carrying out punitive retaliation on the posts which fired the mortar bombs.

Pakistani troops violated the ceasefire in Tanghar sector of Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district and Kanzalwan on Saturday. In a befitting reply, the Indian Army is also carrying out punitive retaliation on the posts which fired the mortar bombs.

Pakistan Army  violates ceasefire in Tangdhar sector, Kanzalwan of north Kashmir

Two civilians died while seven others were injured on Tuesday after Pakistan <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ceasefire-violation-army-retaliates-with-82-mm-mortar-rounds-on-pakistani-firing-positions-265600">violated ceasefire </a>at the Line of Control (LoC) in Shahpur and Kirni sectors in Poonch district.

Earlier in the day, Pakistan initiated an unprovoked ceasefire violation which was befittingly retaliated by the Indian Army.

Minister of State (MoS) for Defence, Shripad Naik on Monday informed Rajya Sabha that there have been 950 incidents of ceasefire violations along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir region from August to October this year.

India has repeatedly told Pakistan to "respect" the 2003 ceasefire arrangement. However, Pakistani forces continue to violate the ceasefire along the Line of Control.&nbsp; 
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Two civilians died while seven others were injured on Tuesday after Pakistan violated ceasefire at the Line of Control (LoC) in Shahpur and Kirni sectors in Poonch district.

Two civilians died while seven others were injured on Tuesday after Pakistan violated ceasefire at the Line of Control (LoC) in Shahpur and Kirni sectors in Poonch district. Earlier in the day, Pakistan initiated an unprovoked ceasefire violation which was befittingly retaliated by the Indian Army. Minister of State (MoS) for Defence, Shripad Naik on Monday informed Rajya Sabha that there have been 950 incidents of ceasefire violations along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir region from August to October this year. India has repeatedly told Pakistan to "respect" the 2003 ceasefire arrangement. However, Pakistani forces continue to violate the ceasefire along the Line of Control.

2 civilians dead, 8 security personnel injured as Pakistan violates ceasefire at LoC in J&K

Officials of Rashtriya Rifles unit and locals of the area came together to celebrate the silver jubilee of six sectors headquarter force in Poonch on Monday.

The locals appreciated the efforts of Romeo Force of Indian Army`s Rashtriya Rifles in eradicating militancy from the area in the last 25 years.

Several programmes were held on the occasion in which children sang and danced on patriotic songs. They were also given prizes and gifts by the Army.&nbsp;

"We are living in peace as militancy was eradicated from our region by the Army. We are united here. The Army and civilians share a great bond," Omar Farooq, a local, said.

"We want to wish them. We hope in future we keep working like this and they eliminate militancy from this region whenever required," another local said.&nbsp;

"Poonch had become a mini-Pakistan. However, due to the army`s efforts, we are living here peacefully. We are happy that we got the opportunity to celebrate the silver jubilee of Rashtriya Rifles of sector 6", another local added. 
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Officials of Rashtriya Rifles unit and locals of the area came together to celebrate the silver jubilee of six sectors headquarter force in Poonch on Monday. The locals appreciated the efforts of Romeo Force of Indian Army`s Rashtriya Rifles in eradicating militancy from the area in the last 25 years.

Officials of Rashtriya Rifles unit and locals of the area came together to celebrate the silver jubilee of six sectors headquarter force in Poonch on Monday. The locals appreciated the efforts of Romeo Force of Indian Army`s Rashtriya Rifles in eradicating militancy from the area in the last 25 years. Several programmes were held on the occasion in which children sang and danced on patriotic songs. They were also given prizes and gifts by the Army. "We are living in peace as militancy was eradicated from our region by the Army. We are united here. The Army and civilians share a great bond," Omar Farooq, a local, said. "We want to wish them. We hope in future we keep working like this and they eliminate militancy from this region whenever required," another local said. "Poonch had become a mini-Pakistan. However, due to the army`s efforts, we are living here peacefully. We are happy that we got the opportunity to celebrate the silver jubilee of Rashtriya Rifles of sector 6", another local added.

Poonch: Civilians hail efforts of army unit in eradicating terrorism

Heavy ceasefire violation was reported from two locations in Poonch on Monday, Indian Army sources said.

In general area of Delina Chowk, a terrorist was apprehended after a joint check-post manned by police and Army drew fire from a truck.

Another terrorist entered a nearby locality, sources added.One AK 47 and one pistol were recovered.

The Jammu and Kashmir Police have stated that one of the two persons who were abducted by terrorists in Tral, yesterday, has been shot dead.

Search for the other person is underway.

Moreover, sources said that one truck driver was targeted and killed in Bijbehara in Anantnag district by stone-pelting criminals.

Two individuals also injured in Pampore and Hawal, Srinagar by similar mob.&nbsp;

Heavy ceasefire violation was reported from two locations in Poonch on Monday, Indian Army sources said. In general area of Delina Chowk, a terrorist was apprehended after a joint check-post manned by police and Army drew fire from a truck.

Heavy ceasefire violation was reported from two locations in Poonch on Monday, Indian Army sources said. In general area of Delina Chowk, a terrorist was apprehended after a joint check-post manned by police and Army drew fire from a truck. Another terrorist entered a nearby locality, sources added.One AK 47 and one pistol were recovered. The Jammu and Kashmir Police have stated that one of the two persons who were abducted by terrorists in Tral, yesterday, has been shot dead. Search for the other person is underway. Moreover, sources said that one truck driver was targeted and killed in Bijbehara in Anantnag district by stone-pelting criminals. Two individuals also injured in Pampore and Hawal, Srinagar by similar mob.

Heavy ceasefire violation at two locations in Poonch: Army sources

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

Pakistan troops on Saturday violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, news agency ANI reported.

According to the report, Pakistan initiated unprovoked firing with small arms and shelling with mortars in Mendhar sector of Poonch. It began around 9 am in the morning.

India Army is retaliating. No casualties or injuries have been reported so far.

On July 8, Pakistan Rangers violated the ceasefire along the LoC in the Nowshera sector of Rajouri district. A civilian was injured in the cross-firing.

Meanwhile, two Army personnel were injured in Pakistani firing in the district's Romali Dhara area of Nowshera sector last week.

Pakistan violated the ceasefire 1,248 times along the LoC in the last six months, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh informed Rajya Sabha earlier this month.

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.

Pakistan troops on Saturday violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, news agency ANI reported. According to the report, Pakistan initiated unprovoked firing with small arms and shelling with mortars in Mendhar sector of Poonch.

Pakistan troops on Saturday violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, news agency ANI reported. According to the report, Pakistan initiated unprovoked firing with small arms and shelling with mortars in Mendhar sector of Poonch. It began around 9 am in the morning. India Army is retaliating. No casualties or injuries have been reported so far. On July 8, Pakistan Rangers violated the ceasefire along the LoC in the Nowshera sector of Rajouri district. A civilian was injured in the cross-firing. Meanwhile, two Army personnel were injured in Pakistani firing in the district's Romali Dhara area of Nowshera sector last week. Pakistan violated the ceasefire 1,248 times along the LoC in the last six months, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh informed Rajya Sabha earlier this month. 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 Poonch

A BSF officer was injured in the cross-border shelling by the Pakistan Army along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, officials said on Sunday.

Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Satyapal Singh suffered splinter injuries when a mortar shell exploded near him while manning a forward post at Baloni in Krishna Ghati sector on Friday night, they said. The officials said the officer was shifted to the military hospital and his condition was "stable".

Indian troops guarding the LoC also retaliated to the unprovoked shelling by Pakistan and the border skirmishes between the two sides lasted for a very brief period, they said, adding there was no report of fresh ceasefire violation from anywhere along the LoC since then.

A BSF officer was injured in the cross-border shelling by the Pakistan Army along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, officials said on Sunday.

A BSF officer was injured in the cross-border shelling by the Pakistan Army along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, officials said on Sunday. Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Satyapal Singh suffered splinter injuries when a mortar shell exploded near him while manning a forward post at Baloni in Krishna Ghati sector on Friday night, they said. The officials said the officer was shifted to the military hospital and his condition was "stable". Indian troops guarding the LoC also retaliated to the unprovoked shelling by Pakistan and the border skirmishes between the two sides lasted for a very brief period, they said, adding there was no report of fresh ceasefire violation from anywhere along the LoC since then.

BSF officer injured in Pakistan shelling along LoC in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch

A civilian was injured in ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Degwar village of Poonch district in Jammu and Kashmir.

The civilian received bullet injury on his head during ceasefire violation that took place on Sunday at around 8:30 pm.

Tehsildar Haveli Poonch, Naresh Kumar told ANI, "He was injured in ceasefire violation by Pakistan around 8:30 pm today. He suffered a bullet injury in the head. The treatment is underway".

Yesterday, Pakistan resorted to mortar shelling and firing of small arms in Poonch and Rajouri districts.

Keeping in view the safety of students, all government and private schools up to 10+2 level within 0-5 Km distance from LoC in Keri sector (Education Zone Doongi) of Rajouri will remain closed on May 6.

"As a precautionary measure and keeping in view safety of the students, all Govt &amp; Pvt. schools up to 10+2 level within 0-5 Km distance from LoC in Keri sector (Education Zone Doongi) of Rajouri shall remain closed tomorrow, May 6," Rajouri Deputy Commissioner, Mohammad Aijaz Asad said.&nbsp;

A civilian was injured in ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Degwar village of Poonch district in Jammu and Kashmir. The civilian received bullet injury on his head during ceasefire violation that took place on Sunday at around 8:30 pm.

A civilian was injured in ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Degwar village of Poonch district in Jammu and Kashmir. The civilian received bullet injury on his head during ceasefire violation that took place on Sunday at around 8:30 pm. Tehsildar Haveli Poonch, Naresh Kumar told ANI, "He was injured in ceasefire violation by Pakistan around 8:30 pm today. He suffered a bullet injury in the head. The treatment is underway". Yesterday, Pakistan resorted to mortar shelling and firing of small arms in Poonch and Rajouri districts. Keeping in view the safety of students, all government and private schools up to 10+2 level within 0-5 Km distance from LoC in Keri sector (Education Zone Doongi) of Rajouri will remain closed on May 6. "As a precautionary measure and keeping in view safety of the students, all Govt & Pvt. schools up to 10+2 level within 0-5 Km distance from LoC in Keri sector (Education Zone Doongi) of Rajouri shall remain closed tomorrow, May 6," Rajouri Deputy Commissioner, Mohammad Aijaz Asad said.

Jammu and Kashmir: Civilian injured in ceasefire violation by Pakistan

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