A fresh terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district has heightened security concerns after the Pakistan-backed terror outfit The Resistance Front (TRF) claimed responsibility and threatened more attacks targeting non-local workers in the Valley.

The death toll has risen to two after an injured migrant worker succumbed to injuries at the Government Medical College, Anantnag. The victims were among migrant workers who came under indiscriminate firing by terrorists in the Kalamaria area of Kulgam. Both deceased workers were residents of Chhattisgarh.

According to Jammu and Kashmir Police, terrorists deliberately targeted non-local workers. Security officials believe the attack was carried out by hybrid terrorists with no prior criminal records. Following the incident, security forces launched a massive search operation, cordoned off the area, and heightened security across the Valley.

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Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir are carrying out massive search operations in three districts: Anantnag, Kishtwar and Udhampur of the union territory. The first operation that started on August 10 in South Kashmir's Kokernag area of Anantnag district continues on the third day. Two Indian Army soldiers along with a civilian were killed in that operation.

Jammu and Kashmir's Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha laid a wreath and paid homage to the two Indian Army soldiers, identified as Havaldar Dipak Kumar Yadav and LNk Parveen Sharma, who laid down their lives during an anti-terror operation in Anantnag.&nbsp; 
 
“I salute the indomitable courage of our Bravehearts, who made supreme sacrifice for the nation. Their valour and sacrifice will never be forgotten. The entire nation stands firmly with the families of the martyrs in this hour of grief,” the LG said. &nbsp;

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The second operation started on Sunday (Aug 11) in the Kishtwar area of Jammu region. Security forces said that a brief exchange of fire took place between terrorists and security forces in the Kishtwar Police Station area. After that, a massive search operation was started and is being carried out on the second day.

The third operation by the Indian Army, Jammu Kashmir Police and paramilitary forces is being carried out in the higher reaches of the Basantgarh area of&nbsp;Udhampur district in Jammu Region.

Security forces said that based on specific intelligence about the presence of terrorists, a joint search operation was launched by security forces in the higher reaches of Basantgarh under the J/D of P/S Basantgarh of Udhampur. Exchange of fire has taken place, and the area has been cordoned off.

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"Following specific inputs, contact was re-established with terrorists during dusk hours today at Khaned. Cordon remains intact while searches are being undertaken," said Jammu and Kashmir Police.

The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has been on high alert ahead of the Independence Day celebrations. Security has been beefed up across the areas close to Line of Control and hinterland too.

Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir are carrying out massive search operations in three districts: Anantnag, Kishtwar and Udhampur of the union territory. The first operation that started on August 10 in South Kashmir's Kokernag area of Anantnag district continues on the third day.

Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir are carrying out massive search operations in three districts: Anantnag, Kishtwar and Udhampur of the union territory. The first operation that started on August 10 in South Kashmir's Kokernag area of Anantnag district continues on the third day. Two Indian Army soldiers along with a civilian were killed in that operation. Jammu and Kashmir's Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha laid a wreath and paid homage to the two Indian Army soldiers, identified as Havaldar Dipak Kumar Yadav and LNk Parveen Sharma, who laid down their lives during an anti-terror operation in Anantnag. “I salute the indomitable courage of our Bravehearts, who made supreme sacrifice for the nation. Their valour and sacrifice will never be forgotten. The entire nation stands firmly with the families of the martyrs in this hour of grief,” the LG said. Watch | Rain wreaks havoc in North India; Amarnath Yatra halted in Jammu & Kashmir × The second operation started on Sunday (Aug 11) in the Kishtwar area of Jammu region. Security forces said that a brief exchange of fire took place between terrorists and security forces in the Kishtwar Police Station area. After that, a massive search operation was started and is being carried out on the second day. The third operation by the Indian Army, Jammu Kashmir Police and paramilitary forces is being carried out in the higher reaches of the Basantgarh area of Udhampur district in Jammu Region. Security forces said that based on specific intelligence about the presence of terrorists, a joint search operation was launched by security forces in the higher reaches of Basantgarh under the J/D of P/S Basantgarh of Udhampur. Exchange of fire has taken place, and the area has been cordoned off. Also read | Jammu and Kashmir: Two Indian army soldiers killed, two civilians injured during Kokernag gunfight "Following specific inputs, contact was re-established with terrorists during dusk hours today at Khaned. Cordon remains intact while searches are being undertaken," said Jammu and Kashmir Police. The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has been on high alert ahead of the Independence Day celebrations. Security has been beefed up across the areas close to Line of Control and hinterland too.

India: 3 massive search operations undergoing in 3 districts of Jammu & Kashmir

On the third day of a multi-agency rescue operation, the mortal remains of Joy, a sanitation worker has been recovered from a canal, located about a kilometre away from the Central station in Kerala's capital city, Thiruvananthapuram.

Joy is said to have ventured into the underground canal around Saturday noon to conduct routine cleaning, when he was washed away by a sudden current of water, amid heavy rain during the ongoing Southwest monsoon in Kerala's Southernmost district.&nbsp;

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In the immediate aftermath of Joy being washed away, fellow workers who were gathered in the vicinity threw a rope into the canal, hoping that Joy could hold on to it. However, knowing that he was unable to grab the rope, the Fire Service personnel were called in to attempt a rescue. The Fire Service personnel were joined by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel in the late hours of Saturday.&nbsp;

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Through Sunday, the NDRF personnel and their scuba divers, assisted by the Fire Service, had been attempting to rescue Joy. Personnel who had been carrying out the rescue told WION that there were multiple obstacles in navigating through the underground canal.

"The canal is around 117 meters in length and 1.8 metres high (6 feet). The bottom layer of the canal is filled with slush, and on top of that there is water and massive quantities of plastic waste," an NDRF official elaborated to WION. This was among the reasons why the rescue dragged on into the third day.&nbsp;

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On Monday, there were a total of 100 personnel from the Indian Navy, NDRF and Fire Service, involved in this rescue operation. Scuba divers from the Indian Navy and NDRF were deployed in the search operation. However, the mortal remains were spotted at a canal that was nearly a kilometre away from the Railway Station. The mortal remains were later identified as those of Joy, following which the search operations were suspended around noon.&nbsp;

On the third day of a multi-agency rescue operation, the mortal remains of Joy, a sanitation worker has been recovered from a canal, located about a kilometre away from the Central station in Kerala's capital city, Thiruvananthapuram.

On the third day of a multi-agency rescue operation, the mortal remains of Joy, a sanitation worker has been recovered from a canal, located about a kilometre away from the Central station in Kerala's capital city, Thiruvananthapuram. Joy is said to have ventured into the underground canal around Saturday noon to conduct routine cleaning, when he was washed away by a sudden current of water, amid heavy rain during the ongoing Southwest monsoon in Kerala's Southernmost district. Joy, a sanitation worker(who did not have safety gear) was washed away while cleaning an underground canal (beneath #kerala #Thiruvananthapuram central station tracks)@NDRFHQ, Cops, Navy divers tried for 3days..They found slush, tons & tons of plastic waste...Body found today pic.twitter.com/ur6fmoId7V — Sidharth.M.P (@sdhrthmp) July 15, 2024 × In the immediate aftermath of Joy being washed away, fellow workers who were gathered in the vicinity threw a rope into the canal, hoping that Joy could hold on to it. However, knowing that he was unable to grab the rope, the Fire Service personnel were called in to attempt a rescue. The Fire Service personnel were joined by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel in the late hours of Saturday. Also read | India: Hidden treasure unearthed by women labourers in Kerala Through Sunday, the NDRF personnel and their scuba divers, assisted by the Fire Service, had been attempting to rescue Joy. Personnel who had been carrying out the rescue told WION that there were multiple obstacles in navigating through the underground canal. "The canal is around 117 meters in length and 1.8 metres high (6 feet). The bottom layer of the canal is filled with slush, and on top of that there is water and massive quantities of plastic waste," an NDRF official elaborated to WION. This was among the reasons why the rescue dragged on into the third day. Also read | 'Divine intervention': Viral claim links Trump assassination survival with his 1976 gesture for Lord Jagannath On Monday, there were a total of 100 personnel from the Indian Navy, NDRF and Fire Service, involved in this rescue operation. Scuba divers from the Indian Navy and NDRF were deployed in the search operation. However, the mortal remains were spotted at a canal that was nearly a kilometre away from the Railway Station. The mortal remains were later identified as those of Joy, following which the search operations were suspended around noon.

Kerala: Sanitation worker's body found after 3-day search in canal below railway tracks

It was a nightmare for passengers aboard cruise Royal Caribbean's Liberty of the Seas when a young man jumped overboard. The ship was sailing between Cuba and the Bahamas' Grand Inagua Island when the 20-year-old&nbsp;jumped from one of the decks.

As per&nbsp;eyewitnesses, the father and brother looked on in dismay as he made the impulsive decision to jump over the side.

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Some passengers said it appeared to be an impulsive, spur-of-the-moment decision.

According to The Post, eyewitness Bryan Sims said,&nbsp;"I had been hanging out with him and his brother in the hot tub until 3:30, and was crowded. He sat right beside me the whole time."

"He was quite drunk," Sims continued, "As we were heading back from the hot tub to the elevators, his father and brother was walking towards us. His father seemed to be scolding him for being drunk, I assume."

"When we reached near them, he told his father, 'I'll fix this right now.' And he jumped out the window."

"The crew was immediately alerted as there was lot of yelling and commotion," another passenger, Deborah Morrison, told the reporters. "His family was distraught, completely devastated,” he further added.

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Royal Caribbean in its statement confirmed that its crew promptly responded to the incident.

"The ship's crew initiated a search and rescue operation immediately alongside the US Coast Guard, who has assumed control of the search. Our team is providing support and assistance to the guest's family during this hard time. We have no further details to share, " the statement read.

News of the apparent suicide attempt spread quickly among passengers, prompting many to offer assistance in any way possible.

According to the Washington Post, between 2000 and 2020, approximately 386 individuals were reported to have gone overboard on major cruise lines. These incidents, whether accidental or deliberate, are often deadly.

The Coast Guard confirmed that a search and rescue operation is ongoing in the waters off Cuba. As of now, the individual has not been located.

(With inputs from agencies)

It was a nightmare for passengers aboard cruise Royal Caribbean's Liberty of the Seas when a young man jumped overboard. The ship was sailing between Cuba and the Bahamas' Grand Inagua Island when the 20-year-old jumped from one of the decks.

It was a nightmare for passengers aboard cruise Royal Caribbean's Liberty of the Seas when a young man jumped overboard. The ship was sailing between Cuba and the Bahamas' Grand Inagua Island when the 20-year-old jumped from one of the decks. As per eyewitnesses, the father and brother looked on in dismay as he made the impulsive decision to jump over the side. Also read: Typhoon-strong winds in China pull three people from apartment windows while they were sleeping Some passengers said it appeared to be an impulsive, spur-of-the-moment decision. According to The Post, eyewitness Bryan Sims said, "I had been hanging out with him and his brother in the hot tub until 3:30, and was crowded. He sat right beside me the whole time." "He was quite drunk," Sims continued, "As we were heading back from the hot tub to the elevators, his father and brother was walking towards us. His father seemed to be scolding him for being drunk, I assume." "When we reached near them, he told his father, 'I'll fix this right now.' And he jumped out the window." "The crew was immediately alerted as there was lot of yelling and commotion," another passenger, Deborah Morrison, told the reporters. "His family was distraught, completely devastated,” he further added. Also read: In US, bird flu has spread to dairy herd across six states, confirms USDA Royal Caribbean in its statement confirmed that its crew promptly responded to the incident. "The ship's crew initiated a search and rescue operation immediately alongside the US Coast Guard, who has assumed control of the search. Our team is providing support and assistance to the guest's family during this hard time. We have no further details to share, " the statement read. News of the apparent suicide attempt spread quickly among passengers, prompting many to offer assistance in any way possible. According to the Washington Post, between 2000 and 2020, approximately 386 individuals were reported to have gone overboard on major cruise lines. These incidents, whether accidental or deliberate, are often deadly. The Coast Guard confirmed that a search and rescue operation is ongoing in the waters off Cuba. As of now, the individual has not been located. (With inputs from agencies)

Search operation launched after a young man, 'jumped off' cruise ship in front of family

Two dead bodies were recovered&nbsp;on Thursday during the search operation conducted for 39 missing crew members at a Chinese fishing vessel which had capsized in the Indian Ocean, reported Beijing's state media. 
 
The ongoing search operation took place after the capsizing of the Lu Peng Yuan Yu 028 "found and salvaged the remains of two victims", reported Xinhua news agency. 
 
In the early hours of Tuesday, the Chinese fishing vessel, which was carrying 17 Chinese, 17 Indonesians and five Filipinos, overturned.

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The officials did not provide details of the nationalities of the two dead bodies found on Thursday. 
 
The Chinese boat capsized within the vast search-and-rescue region of Australia, said Beijing's ambassador to Canberra on Thursday, while mentioning it was 5,000 kilometres (3,100 miles) to the west of Perth, Western Australia's state capital. 
 
It is the responsibility of the countries to carry out search and rescue operations in determined areas of the oceans across the world under an international maritime convention.

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<h2>Australia sent&nbsp;three aeroplanes and four ships for search operations</h2>

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Three aeroplanes and four ships were sent by Australia to assist the international search-and-rescue efforts, said Ambassador Xiao Qian earlier, appealing to Canberra to send more ships, aircraft and personnel to find the Chinese vessel. 
 
He further requested the government of Australia to co-ordinate with other nations closer to the capsized ship. Further help is now being sought by China in co-ordination with Australian defence officials, he stated. 
 
"To this moment, no individual has been found alive," Xiao stated. An Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) spokesperson said that rescue efforts are being organised by Australia and liaising with China's government authorities in the search operation for survivors.

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Aircraft, which includes an Australian military plane, were currently scouring a 12,000 square kilometre (4,600 square miles) area, south of which the upturned hull was discovered as part of the "multinational" effort, the spokesperson stated. 
 
"A number of merchant ships and other vessels have been assisting with the search and will continue to do so today. AMSA would like to thank these vessels and their crews for their invaluable assistance," the spokesperson added. 
 
The distress beacon of the fishing vessel was first detected after seven metres high waves were driven by Cyclone Fabian and strong winds blew at a speed of 120 kilometres per hour (75 miles per hour) through the area. 
 
Rough weather conditions have been hampering rescue efforts, stated AMSA. 
 
The Joint Rescue Co-ordination Centre (JRCC) in Canberra stated that it "remains hopeful for a successful outcome, however the time elapsed combined with the weather conditions experienced make survival more challenging.”

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Two dead bodies were recovered on Thursday during the search operation conducted for 39 missing crew members at a Chinese fishing vessel which had capsized in the Indian Ocean, reported Beijing's state media.

Two dead bodies were recovered on Thursday during the search operation conducted for 39 missing crew members at a Chinese fishing vessel which had capsized in the Indian Ocean, reported Beijing's state media. The ongoing search operation took place after the capsizing of the Lu Peng Yuan Yu 028 "found and salvaged the remains of two victims", reported Xinhua news agency. In the early hours of Tuesday, the Chinese fishing vessel, which was carrying 17 Chinese, 17 Indonesians and five Filipinos, overturned. ALSO READ | 39 missing after Chinese fishing boat capsizes in Indian Ocean: Reports The officials did not provide details of the nationalities of the two dead bodies found on Thursday. The Chinese boat capsized within the vast search-and-rescue region of Australia, said Beijing's ambassador to Canberra on Thursday, while mentioning it was 5,000 kilometres (3,100 miles) to the west of Perth, Western Australia's state capital. It is the responsibility of the countries to carry out search and rescue operations in determined areas of the oceans across the world under an international maritime convention. Australia sent three aeroplanes and four ships for search operations Three aeroplanes and four ships were sent by Australia to assist the international search-and-rescue efforts, said Ambassador Xiao Qian earlier, appealing to Canberra to send more ships, aircraft and personnel to find the Chinese vessel. He further requested the government of Australia to co-ordinate with other nations closer to the capsized ship. Further help is now being sought by China in co-ordination with Australian defence officials, he stated. "To this moment, no individual has been found alive," Xiao stated. An Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) spokesperson said that rescue efforts are being organised by Australia and liaising with China's government authorities in the search operation for survivors. WATCH | Chinese ships interrupt India-ASEAN drills in South China Sea Aircraft, which includes an Australian military plane, were currently scouring a 12,000 square kilometre (4,600 square miles) area, south of which the upturned hull was discovered as part of the "multinational" effort, the spokesperson stated. "A number of merchant ships and other vessels have been assisting with the search and will continue to do so today. AMSA would like to thank these vessels and their crews for their invaluable assistance," the spokesperson added. The distress beacon of the fishing vessel was first detected after seven metres high waves were driven by Cyclone Fabian and strong winds blew at a speed of 120 kilometres per hour (75 miles per hour) through the area. Rough weather conditions have been hampering rescue efforts, stated AMSA. The Joint Rescue Co-ordination Centre (JRCC) in Canberra stated that it "remains hopeful for a successful outcome, however the time elapsed combined with the weather conditions experienced make survival more challenging.” You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Two bodies recovered during search operation of Chinese fishing vessel

Almost 10 people are reported to be buried in an avalanche that occurred in western Austria's Lech/Zuers free skiing area on Sunday, reported the Austrian Press Agency (APA), adding that the authorities have been able to rescue one person.

"One person was able to be rescued, efforts continue to find the others," a police spokesperson said.

The avalanche took place around 3 pm (1400 GMT) on Christmas day, stated APA, adding that search teams and various helicopters were deployed soon afterwards.

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"We are doing everything we can to rescue the winter sports enthusiasts," the municipality of Lech was quoted as saying by APA.

The agency reported that around 100 people are involved in the search operation, as headlamps are being requested by the rescuers so that the search operation can continue in the dark.

Lech/Zuers promotes itself as "one of the best ski areas in the world" and says that it is part of the Alpine skiing's cradle.&nbsp;

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On the website of the resort, it was stated that they closed the ski area around 5 pm (1600 GMT) on Sunday and would update the visitors about opening the ski area around 8 am (0700 GMT) on Monday.&nbsp;

The resort's spokesperson could not be reached immediately for comment.

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Almost 10 people are reported to be buried in an avalanche that occurred in western Austria's Lech/Zuers free skiing area on Sunday, reported the Austrian Press Agency (APA), adding that the authorities have been able to rescue one person.

Almost 10 people are reported to be buried in an avalanche that occurred in western Austria's Lech/Zuers free skiing area on Sunday, reported the Austrian Press Agency (APA), adding that the authorities have been able to rescue one person. "One person was able to be rescued, efforts continue to find the others," a police spokesperson said. The avalanche took place around 3 pm (1400 GMT) on Christmas day, stated APA, adding that search teams and various helicopters were deployed soon afterwards. ALSO READ| Hiring alert: Austria seeks hunters of the unvaccinated "We are doing everything we can to rescue the winter sports enthusiasts," the municipality of Lech was quoted as saying by APA. The agency reported that around 100 people are involved in the search operation, as headlamps are being requested by the rescuers so that the search operation can continue in the dark. Lech/Zuers promotes itself as "one of the best ski areas in the world" and says that it is part of the Alpine skiing's cradle. WATCH| WION Climate Tracker | Global warming is melting Austria's Jamtalferner glacier On the website of the resort, it was stated that they closed the ski area around 5 pm (1600 GMT) on Sunday and would update the visitors about opening the ski area around 8 am (0700 GMT) on Monday. The resort's spokesperson could not be reached immediately for comment. (With inputs from agencies)

At least 10 tourists buried in avalanche in Austrian ski resort: APA

At least 12 people have been killed and several others remained trapped following a landslide in Malaysia. Search and rescue efforts are underway for the trapped people.

Malaysia Landslide: 12 killed, search and rescue operations underway

The search operation by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) for the missing persons in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/tiware-dam-breach-search-operation-enters-fifth-day-death-toll-reaches-20-233740">Tiware Dam breach has entered the seventh day</a> on Tuesday.

The death toll climbed to 20 after one more body was recovered during the search operation on June 7.

The Tiware dam in Maharashtra's Ratnagiri was breached on June 2 due to heavy rainfall.

According to police, villagers have been moved to safer places and the situation is under control now.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has announced Rs 4-lakh compensation for the kin of each of the deceased and promised a probe saying action will be taken against anyone found guilty of negligence.&nbsp;

The chief minister has also ordered a probe into the incident.

The search operation by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) for the missing persons in Tiware Dam breach has entered the seventh day on Tuesday. The death toll climbed to 20 after one more body was recovered during the search operation on June 7.

The search operation by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) for the missing persons in Tiware Dam breach has entered the seventh day on Tuesday. The death toll climbed to 20 after one more body was recovered during the search operation on June 7. The Tiware dam in Maharashtra's Ratnagiri was breached on June 2 due to heavy rainfall. According to police, villagers have been moved to safer places and the situation is under control now. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has announced Rs 4-lakh compensation for the kin of each of the deceased and promised a probe saying action will be taken against anyone found guilty of negligence. The chief minister has also ordered a probe into the incident.

Maharashtra: Search operation enters seventh day in Tiware Dam breach

Ten days after the terror attack on Nirankari Bhawan in Rajasansi area on November 13 in Amritsar district of Punjab in which 3 people were killed and nearly 20 others were injured, four suspected 'terrorists'&nbsp;were spotted in Pathankot's Saidipur village on Friday night, prompting the state police to launch a massive search operation.

Residents of Saidipur village claimed to have spotted suspicious movement of around four people, suspected to be `terrorists.` Police have also recovered an abandoned white Alto car, which was found around 25 km away from Pathankot, near Bamiyal area.&nbsp;

The car was also spotted by the villagers.

Police said, "We have cordoned off the area. Search is on. We have appealed to the people to give us any relevant information if they have and cooperate with us. The abandoned car can`t yet be linked to the suspicious men. A probe in this regard is on separately." Police have, however, confirmed that the car carries the registration number of Jammu and Kashmir.

According to police, Balbir Singh, a resident from Saidipur village, saw three to four suspicious men on Friday night. He first informed the village sarpanch in this regard.&nbsp;

Then the police were told about the incident, which immediately rushed to the spot and began the search operation after cordoning off the area.

It is worth mentioning that last week the Punjab Police launched massive search operations after its counter-intelligence wing informed that some Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists reportedly entered Delhi from the state.

In 2016, terrorists had attacked Pathankot Airbase after snatching the car of a police officer. Seven people had been killed in the attack. Earlier in July 2015 too, terrorists had attacked Dinanagar town in the neighbouring district of Gurdaspur district.&nbsp;

It is noteworthy that Saidipur village where four suspected 'terrorists' were spotted is just 13 km away from Pakistan border.

Ten days after the terror attack on Nirankari Bhawan in Rajasansi area on November 13 in Amritsar district of Punjab in which 3 people were killed and nearly 20 others were injured, four suspected 'terrorists' were spotted in Pathankot's Saidipur village on Friday night, prompting the state police to launch a massive search operation.

Ten days after the terror attack on Nirankari Bhawan in Rajasansi area on November 13 in Amritsar district of Punjab in which 3 people were killed and nearly 20 others were injured, four suspected 'terrorists' were spotted in Pathankot's Saidipur village on Friday night, prompting the state police to launch a massive search operation. Residents of Saidipur village claimed to have spotted suspicious movement of around four people, suspected to be `terrorists.` Police have also recovered an abandoned white Alto car, which was found around 25 km away from Pathankot, near Bamiyal area. The car was also spotted by the villagers. Police said, "We have cordoned off the area. Search is on. We have appealed to the people to give us any relevant information if they have and cooperate with us. The abandoned car can`t yet be linked to the suspicious men. A probe in this regard is on separately." Police have, however, confirmed that the car carries the registration number of Jammu and Kashmir. According to police, Balbir Singh, a resident from Saidipur village, saw three to four suspicious men on Friday night. He first informed the village sarpanch in this regard. Then the police were told about the incident, which immediately rushed to the spot and began the search operation after cordoning off the area. It is worth mentioning that last week the Punjab Police launched massive search operations after its counter-intelligence wing informed that some Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists reportedly entered Delhi from the state. In 2016, terrorists had attacked Pathankot Airbase after snatching the car of a police officer. Seven people had been killed in the attack. Earlier in July 2015 too, terrorists had attacked Dinanagar town in the neighbouring district of Gurdaspur district. It is noteworthy that Saidipur village where four suspected 'terrorists' were spotted is just 13 km away from Pakistan border.

Four suspicious men found in Pathankot, search operation launched

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

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

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

Kupwara encounter: 5 terrorists killed, search operation underway

Security forces gunned down what they claimed was a top militant commander in India&#39;s Kashmir after a prolonged firefight today. 
 
The gun battle broke out after army and police launched a joint search operation in Kupwara district following a tip-off about the presence of the militant. 
 
The militant opened fire on the security forces as they zeroed in on the house he was hiding in. A heavy exchange of fire followed. 
 
Brigadier Rajeev Puri of the Indian army&#39;s Rashtriya Rifles said the militant belonged to the&nbsp;Pakistan-based Hizbul Mujahideen&nbsp;group. 
 
&quot;We have recovered his body. We have been told that his name is Sameer Wani. Identification process is underway. He was a top commander of Hizbul (Mujahideen),&quot; Puri said. 
 
&quot;He had grenade and a pistol and other recoveries are being made. Parties (forces) have come out. We will give more information later. Operation is over,&quot; Puri added. 
 
Violence in Kashmir has spiked against a backdrop of rising social tension and separatist sentiment in the Muslim-majority region, which for decades has been at the centre of a strategic tussle between India and Pakistan. 
 
Militants killed eight paramilitary Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel and injured 20 others when they targeted a security convoy in Pampore town of the state on June 25. 
 
Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) claimed responsibility for the attack. 
 
India and Pakistan have fought two of their three wars since independence in 1947 over Kashmir, which they both claim in full but rule in part. 
 
India accuses Pakistan of training and arming the rebels in the portion it controls and sending them over to the Indian side, a claim its neighbour denies. 
 
(Reuters)

Extremists had also attacked a security convoy on Saturday, killing 8 police officials and wounding 20

Security forces gunned down what they claimed was a top militant commander in India's Kashmir after a prolonged firefight today. The gun battle broke out after army and police launched a joint search operation in Kupwara district following a tip-off about the presence of the militant. The militant opened fire on the security forces as they zeroed in on the house he was hiding in. A heavy exchange of fire followed. Brigadier Rajeev Puri of the Indian army's Rashtriya Rifles said the militant belonged to the Pakistan-based Hizbul Mujahideen group. "We have recovered his body. We have been told that his name is Sameer Wani. Identification process is underway. He was a top commander of Hizbul (Mujahideen)," Puri said. "He had grenade and a pistol and other recoveries are being made. Parties (forces) have come out. We will give more information later. Operation is over," Puri added. Violence in Kashmir has spiked against a backdrop of rising social tension and separatist sentiment in the Muslim-majority region, which for decades has been at the centre of a strategic tussle between India and Pakistan. Militants killed eight paramilitary Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel and injured 20 others when they targeted a security convoy in Pampore town of the state on June 25. Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) claimed responsibility for the attack. India and Pakistan have fought two of their three wars since independence in 1947 over Kashmir, which they both claim in full but rule in part. India accuses Pakistan of training and arming the rebels in the portion it controls and sending them over to the Indian side, a claim its neighbour denies. (Reuters)

Security forces gun down militant in Indian Kashmir, say he was top commander

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