In an unusual recovery, security forces recovered 45 scrap shells during a joint Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) conducted in the Ghat Ningli and Sheer Colony areas of Sopore in north Kashmir.The operation was jointly launched by the Special Operations Group (SOG) Sopore, 177 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), and 52 Rashtriya Rifles (Army) under the jurisdiction of Police Station Amargadh as part of ongoing security measures and area domination exercises.&nbsp;According to official sources, the speculative search operation was carried out following routine security inputs, with joint teams conducting a thorough search of the identified locations.&nbsp;During the operation, security personnel recovered 45 scrap shells from the residential house of Shahbaz Aziz Dar, son of Abdul Aziz Dar, a resident of Sheer Colony, Sopore. Officials said the recovered shells appear to be scrap in nature and do not, at this stage, indicate the presence of any usable ammunition.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/deploy-indian-navy-to-protect-sailors-seafarers-body-writes-to-pm-modi-after-red-sea-attack-1785928391966">Deploy Indian Navy to protect sailors: Seafarers' body writes to PM Modi after Red Sea attack</a>&nbsp;The recovered material has been taken into custody for detailed examination by the concerned agencies to determine its origin and nature. Officials said the investigation will also ascertain how the scrap shells came to be stored at the residence and whether any legal provisions have been violated.&nbsp;No arrests had been reported in connection with the recovery. Authorities said further investigation is underway to establish all relevant facts and circumstances surrounding the recovery.&nbsp;Security forces have been carrying out regular search operations across parts of the Valley as part of their ongoing efforts to maintain security and prevent the misuse or concealment of arms, ammunition, and other suspicious material.

Security forces recovered 45 scrap shells during a joint search operation in Sopore's Sheer Colony, with authorities launching an investigation to determine their origin and whether any laws were violated.

In an unusual recovery, security forces recovered 45 scrap shells during a joint Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) conducted in the Ghat Ningli and Sheer Colony areas of Sopore in north Kashmir. The operation was jointly launched by the Special Operations Group (SOG) Sopore, 177 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), and 52 Rashtriya Rifles (Army) under the jurisdiction of Police Station Amargadh as part of ongoing security measures and area domination exercises. According to official sources, the speculative search operation was carried out following routine security inputs, with joint teams conducting a thorough search of the identified locations. During the operation, security personnel recovered 45 scrap shells from the residential house of Shahbaz Aziz Dar, son of Abdul Aziz Dar, a resident of Sheer Colony, Sopore. Officials said the recovered shells appear to be scrap in nature and do not, at this stage, indicate the presence of any usable ammunition. Also Read: Deploy Indian Navy to protect sailors: Seafarers' body writes to PM Modi after Red Sea attack The recovered material has been taken into custody for detailed examination by the concerned agencies to determine its origin and nature. Officials said the investigation will also ascertain how the scrap shells came to be stored at the residence and whether any legal provisions have been violated. No arrests had been reported in connection with the recovery. Authorities said further investigation is underway to establish all relevant facts and circumstances surrounding the recovery. Security forces have been carrying out regular search operations across parts of the Valley as part of their ongoing efforts to maintain security and prevent the misuse or concealment of arms, ammunition, and other suspicious material.

Security forces recovered 45 scrap shells during a joint search operation in Sopore's Sheer Colony, with authorities launching an investigation to determine their origin and whether any laws were violated.

Security forces recover 45 scrap shells in joint search operation in Sopore

As part of ongoing efforts to dismantle the separatist-terror network and uphold peace and security in the region, Sopore Police today carried out search operations at the residences of individuals affiliated with Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) in Zaloora, Sopore. The operation led to the seizure of incriminating materials relevant to the investigation.&nbsp;The searches were carried out at the houses of Mohammad Maqbool Bhat S/O Abdul Rahim Bhat, R/O Zaloora Sopore and Tanveer Ahmad Dar S/O Abdul Jabbar Dar, R/O Zaloora Sopore. The searches were conducted in connection with FIRs registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), following the issuance of valid search warrants by the competent court.&nbsp;During the searches, incriminating material linked to the proscribed organisation was recovered and seized for further investigation. The operation was conducted in the presence of Magistrates and independent witnesses, ensuring full legal compliance and maintaining transparency throughout the process.&nbsp;Sopore Police is intensifying its efforts to disrupt networks engaged in separatist and terror-related activities through targeted raids. These operations are critical for countering radical ideologies, ensuring public safety, and protecting national security.&nbsp;The police remain steadfast in their commitment to fostering peace and stability in the region. Any individual or group attempting to undermine harmony or revive banned separatist-terrorist networks will face stringent legal consequences. Such elements will not be permitted to operate unchecked.

The searches were carried out at the houses of Mohammad Maqbool Bhat S/O Abdul Rahim Bhat, R/O Zaloora Sopore and Tanveer Ahmad Dar S/O Abdul Jabbar Dar, R/O Zaloora Sopore. 

As part of ongoing efforts to dismantle the separatist-terror network and uphold peace and security in the region, Sopore Police today carried out search operations at the residences of individuals affiliated with Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) in Zaloora, Sopore. The operation led to the seizure of incriminating materials relevant to the investigation. The searches were carried out at the houses of Mohammad Maqbool Bhat S/O Abdul Rahim Bhat, R/O Zaloora Sopore and Tanveer Ahmad Dar S/O Abdul Jabbar Dar, R/O Zaloora Sopore. The searches were conducted in connection with FIRs registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), following the issuance of valid search warrants by the competent court. During the searches, incriminating material linked to the proscribed organisation was recovered and seized for further investigation. The operation was conducted in the presence of Magistrates and independent witnesses, ensuring full legal compliance and maintaining transparency throughout the process. Sopore Police is intensifying its efforts to disrupt networks engaged in separatist and terror-related activities through targeted raids. These operations are critical for countering radical ideologies, ensuring public safety, and protecting national security. The police remain steadfast in their commitment to fostering peace and stability in the region. Any individual or group attempting to undermine harmony or revive banned separatist-terrorist networks will face stringent legal consequences. Such elements will not be permitted to operate unchecked.

The searches were carried out at the houses of Mohammad Maqbool Bhat S/O Abdul Rahim Bhat, R/O Zaloora Sopore and Tanveer Ahmad Dar S/O Abdul Jabbar Dar, R/O Zaloora Sopore.&nbsp;

JK Police conducts raids residences of Jamaat E Islami linked individuals in Sopore

An Indian Army soldier was killed following an overnight encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore area. Watch this report for more details!

Jammu & Kashmir: One Indian army soldier killed in encounter with terrorists in Sopore

Two members of the Village Defence Guards (VDGs) were kidnapped and killed by suspected terrorists in the forests of the Kishtwar district in the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday (Nov.

Two members of the Village Defence Guards (VDGs) were kidnapped and killed by suspected terrorists in the forests of the Kishtwar district in the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday (Nov. 7). The victims, identified as Nazir Ahmad and Kuldip Kumar, have not yet been found, and security forces have initiated a large-scale search operation to find their bodies. The incident took place in a forested area of Kishtwar, a region that sees occasional militant activity. While officials have not confirmed who is behind the attack, a group calling itself the Kashmir Tigers has claimed responsibility for the killings in an unverified post on social media. Encounter breaks out in J&K's Sopore during search operation In a separate incident, a gunfight broke out between Indian security forces and terrorists on Thursday in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore district. The incident took place in Sagipora, and it is believed that two or three militants were trapped in the area. Also read: Canada censors Australia Today over presser, India blasts Ottawa’s ‘hypocrisy’ A cordon and search operation was launched after the military got to know about terrorists' presence in the area. The operation was carried out by the Indian Army in collaboration with the Jammu and Kashmir Police’s Special Operations Group (SOG). OP PANIPURA, #Baramulla On 07 Nov 24, based on specific intelligence regarding presence of terrorists, a joint Operation launched by the #IndianArmy & @JmuKmrPolice in Panipura, Sopore, #Baramulla. Suspicious activity was observed by vigilant troops and on being challenged… pic.twitter.com/BXT76uwqVZ — Chinar Corps🍁 - Indian Army (@ChinarcorpsIA) November 7, 2024 × The Chinar Corps of the Indian Army posted on X, "On 07 Nov 24, based on specific intelligence regarding presence of terrorists, a joint Operation launched by the #IndianArmy & @JmuKmrPolice in Panipura, Sopore, #Baramulla. Suspicious activity was observed by vigilant troops and on being challenged terrorists opened indiscriminate fire. Own troops effectively retaliated." Last week, a senior Lashkar commander, Usman, also known as Chota Waleed, was killed in an encounter in the Khanyar area of Srinagar. Four security personnel were injured in the encounter, including two CRPF jawans and two policemen. (With inputs from agencies)

India: Terrorists kidnap and kill two Village Defence Guards in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar

Sopore in Kashmir's Baramulla district is called the Apple town of Kashmir Valley, it accounts for about 40% of apple production and 40% of Apple's sale in Kashmir valley is done.

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Two militants have been killed in North Kashmir’s Sopore area in a gunfight between militants and security forces.

A Foreign militant who was involved in killing of two councillors and a cop is among the two militants killed.

The gunfight had started this evening after security forces received input about the presence of militants in Nathipora area of Sopore in north Kashmir's.&nbsp;

“In the ensuing encounter, two terrorists of LeT outfit were killed and their bodies were retrieved from the site of encounter. One of the killed terrorist has been identified as Hamas alias Asrar alias Saria a foreign terrorist affiliated with proscribed terror outfit LeT and was active since March 2018 in North Kashmir. However, the identification of other killed terrorist is being ascertained.” said IG Police, Kashmir Zone, Vijay Kumar.&nbsp;

Authorities have suspended the internet services in the Sopore police district to maintain the law and order situation.

&nbsp;“He is the first foreign terrorist killed this year by security forces in the Kashmir region,” says IG Police, Kashmir Zone, Vijay Kumar.

Arms and ammunition including 01 AK-47 rifle, and 01 Insas rifle &amp; other incriminating materials were recovered from the site of encounter.&nbsp;

Two militants have been killed in North Kashmir’s Sopore area in a gunfight between militants and security forces. A Foreign militant who was involved in killing of two councillors and a cop is among the two militants killed.

Two militants have been killed in North Kashmir’s Sopore area in a gunfight between militants and security forces. A Foreign militant who was involved in killing of two councillors and a cop is among the two militants killed. The gunfight had started this evening after security forces received input about the presence of militants in Nathipora area of Sopore in north Kashmir's. “In the ensuing encounter, two terrorists of LeT outfit were killed and their bodies were retrieved from the site of encounter. One of the killed terrorist has been identified as Hamas alias Asrar alias Saria a foreign terrorist affiliated with proscribed terror outfit LeT and was active since March 2018 in North Kashmir. However, the identification of other killed terrorist is being ascertained.” said IG Police, Kashmir Zone, Vijay Kumar. Authorities have suspended the internet services in the Sopore police district to maintain the law and order situation. “He is the first foreign terrorist killed this year by security forces in the Kashmir region,” says IG Police, Kashmir Zone, Vijay Kumar. Arms and ammunition including 01 AK-47 rifle, and 01 Insas rifle & other incriminating materials were recovered from the site of encounter.

Jammu and Kashmir: Two militants killed in Sopore encounter

Unknown terrorists shot dead a youth in Bomai village of Sopore in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district. IGP Kashmir said “terrorists fired upon 25-year-old Danish Manzoor.

Unknown terrorists shot dead a youth in Bomai village of Sopore in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district. IGP Kashmir said “terrorists fired upon 25-year-old Danish Manzoor. Family members of the victim rushed him to the hospital where doctors declared him brought dead. A police official said that unknown terrorists this evening fired upon one Danish Nazir Najar near Edipora Bomai in Zainageer, when he was on his way to his home injuring him critically. He was rushed to a nearby hospital where doctors declared him brought dead. A source said that Danish was a driver by profession. Meanwhile, police and army rushed to the spot and cordoned off the area to nab the attackers. A search is underway.

Jammu and Kashmir: Terrorists shoot dead civilian in Sopore

Two terrorists were arrested after police officials intercepted them at Kupwara Byepass here.

"Officers at a checkpoint established at Kupwara Byepass crossing intercepted and arrested two terrorist associates identified as Ulfat Bashir Mir resident of Nowpora Jageer and Aijaz Ahmad Bhat resident of Darpora Bomai," an official police release said.

The police also recovered "incriminating" materials including ammunition from their possession.

"As per the initial investigation, both the persons are linked to proscribed terror outfit LeT," read the release.

A case under relevant sections of the law has been registered at Police Station Sopore.&nbsp;

Two terrorists were arrested after police officials intercepted them at Kupwara Byepass here. "Officers at a checkpoint established at Kupwara Byepass crossing intercepted and arrested two terrorist associates identified as Ulfat Bashir Mir resident of Nowpora Jageer and Aijaz Ahmad Bhat resident of Darpora Bomai," an official police release said.

Two terrorists were arrested after police officials intercepted them at Kupwara Byepass here. "Officers at a checkpoint established at Kupwara Byepass crossing intercepted and arrested two terrorist associates identified as Ulfat Bashir Mir resident of Nowpora Jageer and Aijaz Ahmad Bhat resident of Darpora Bomai," an official police release said. The police also recovered "incriminating" materials including ammunition from their possession. "As per the initial investigation, both the persons are linked to proscribed terror outfit LeT," read the release. A case under relevant sections of the law has been registered at Police Station Sopore.

J&K: 2 terrorists held in Sopore

Security forces on Saturday arrested one terrorist belonging to Lashkar-e-Taiba in Sopore.

Arms and ammunition have been recovered. The terrorist was nabbed in a joint operation conducted by 179n Battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Indian Army, and Jammu and Kashmir Police.

"#179Bn #CRPF, @adgpi, and @JmuKmrPolice conducted a joint operation in Sopore, Baramulla, J&amp;K and apprehended 01 LeT terrorist. Arms and ammunition recovered," tweeted CRPF.

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Security forces on Saturday arrested one terrorist belonging to Lashkar-e-Taiba in Sopore. Arms and ammunition have been recovered. The terrorist was nabbed in a joint operation conducted by 179n Battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Indian Army, and Jammu and Kashmir Police.

Security forces on Saturday arrested one terrorist belonging to Lashkar-e-Taiba in Sopore. Arms and ammunition have been recovered. The terrorist was nabbed in a joint operation conducted by 179n Battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Indian Army, and Jammu and Kashmir Police. "#179Bn #CRPF, @adgpi, and @JmuKmrPolice conducted a joint operation in Sopore, Baramulla, J&K and apprehended 01 LeT terrorist. Arms and ammunition recovered," tweeted CRPF. Further details are awaited.

Jammu and Kashmir: Security forces nab LeT terrorist in Sopore

At least nineteen people were injured after a grenade attack by terrorists in a busy market area of Sopore in North Kashmir on Monday evening.&nbsp;

The injured were immediately referred to the district hospital for treatment.&nbsp;

Sources in the police said that the grenades landed near Hotel Plaza at 04:15 PM.

The area was soon cordoned off by the army, police and the CRPF. A search operation was launched to nab the suspected militants.

The attack comes ahead of a visit to Kashmir of a delegation of Members of European Union Parliament.

On October 26, six personnel of CRPF sustained serious injuries after suspected terrorists lobbed a grenade at the Karan Nagar police station. According to Jammu and Kashmir Police, the information is preliminary and more details are currently awaited.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

At least nineteen people were injured after a grenade attack by terrorists in a busy market area of Sopore in North Kashmir on Monday evening. The injured were immediately referred to the district hospital for treatment.

At least nineteen people were injured after a grenade attack by terrorists in a busy market area of Sopore in North Kashmir on Monday evening. The injured were immediately referred to the district hospital for treatment. Sources in the police said that the grenades landed near Hotel Plaza at 04:15 PM. The area was soon cordoned off by the army, police and the CRPF. A search operation was launched to nab the suspected militants. The attack comes ahead of a visit to Kashmir of a delegation of Members of European Union Parliament. On October 26, six personnel of CRPF sustained serious injuries after suspected terrorists lobbed a grenade at the Karan Nagar police station. According to Jammu and Kashmir Police, the information is preliminary and more details are currently awaited. (With inputs from agencies)

Jammu and Kashmir: Terrorists lob grenade at Sopore bus stand, 19 people injured

A top-ranking Lashkar-e-Toiba terrorist has been neutralised in an encounter with security forces in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/a-global-battle-for-democracy-is-being-fought-in-kashmir-248430">Jammu and Kashmir</a>'s Sopore&nbsp;

The dreaded terrorist was responsible for an attack on a local family that left 30-month-old girl Asma Jan critically injured.&nbsp;

The terrorist, identified as Asif, was killed in an encounter with security forces in Sopore.

The neutralised terrorist was responsible for the recent attack on a fruit trader`s family in Sopore that left three injured, including the two-and-a-half-year-old baby.

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval had ordered that the toddler be airlifted to AIIMS, New Delhi, for better medical treatment.

The attack was an attempt by Pakistan-backed terrorists to prevent the return of normalcy in the Valley by intimidating the locals.

The neutralised terrorist was also responsible for shooting at migrant labour Shafi Alam in the same area.

A top-ranking Lashkar-e-Toiba terrorist has been neutralised in an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore The dreaded terrorist was responsible for an attack on a local family that left 30-month-old girl Asma Jan critically injured.

A top-ranking Lashkar-e-Toiba terrorist has been neutralised in an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore The dreaded terrorist was responsible for an attack on a local family that left 30-month-old girl Asma Jan critically injured. The terrorist, identified as Asif, was killed in an encounter with security forces in Sopore. The neutralised terrorist was responsible for the recent attack on a fruit trader`s family in Sopore that left three injured, including the two-and-a-half-year-old baby. National Security Advisor Ajit Doval had ordered that the toddler be airlifted to AIIMS, New Delhi, for better medical treatment. The attack was an attempt by Pakistan-backed terrorists to prevent the return of normalcy in the Valley by intimidating the locals. The neutralised terrorist was also responsible for shooting at migrant labour Shafi Alam in the same area.

Jammu and Kashmir: LeT terrorist responsible for injuring 30-months old girl in Sopore, shot dead in encounter

A gunfight started on Wednesday between the security forces and hiding terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore area, police said.

The area has been cordoned off.&nbsp;

"Brief exchange of fire between security forces and terrorists in Sopore. The area under cordon. Details shall follow," said police.

The exchange of fire began after security forces launched cordon and search operation at Gund Brath area of Sopore after inputs of presence of terrorists in the area.

Authorities have suspended mobile Internet service in Sopore and also ordered closure of the Sopore Degree College as a precautionary measure.

(With inputs from ANI)

A gunfight started on Wednesday between the security forces and hiding terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore area, police said. The area has been cordoned off.

A gunfight started on Wednesday between the security forces and hiding terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore area, police said. The area has been cordoned off. "Brief exchange of fire between security forces and terrorists in Sopore. The area under cordon. Details shall follow," said police. The exchange of fire began after security forces launched cordon and search operation at Gund Brath area of Sopore after inputs of presence of terrorists in the area. Authorities have suspended mobile Internet service in Sopore and also ordered closure of the Sopore Degree College as a precautionary measure. (With inputs from ANI)

Exchange of fire between terrorists, security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore

A terrorist was killed by security forces in an <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/exchange-of-fire-between-terrorists-security-forces-in-jammu-and-kashmirs-sopore-236556">encounter that broke out in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore </a>Wednesday morning.

The security forces have also recovered arms and ammunition from the slain terrorists.

The neutralised terrorist has been identified as Adnan Ali Channa who was affiliated with terror outfit, Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), Jammu and Kashmir Police said.

The encounter began after security forces launched a cordon and search operation at Gund Brath area of Sopore after receiving inputs of presence of terrorists in the area.&nbsp;

During the operation, the authorities had also suspended mobile Internet service in Sopore.

As a precautionary measure, they had also ordered the closure of the Sopore Degree College.

(With inputs from ANI)

A terrorist was killed by security forces in an encounter that broke out in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore Wednesday morning. The security forces have also recovered arms and ammunition from the slain terrorists.

A terrorist was killed by security forces in an encounter that broke out in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore Wednesday morning. The security forces have also recovered arms and ammunition from the slain terrorists. The neutralised terrorist has been identified as Adnan Ali Channa who was affiliated with terror outfit, Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), Jammu and Kashmir Police said. The encounter began after security forces launched a cordon and search operation at Gund Brath area of Sopore after receiving inputs of presence of terrorists in the area. During the operation, the authorities had also suspended mobile Internet service in Sopore. As a precautionary measure, they had also ordered the closure of the Sopore Degree College. (With inputs from ANI)

1 terrorist killed in encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore

The body of a terrorist was recovered by security forces on Wednesday morning after an encounter took place on Tuesday in Bomai area of Sopore in Baramulla district.

The encounter broke out at 5:25 pm yesterday between terrorists and the troops of 177, 179 and 92 Battalion of CRPF, SOG Sopore, 22 Rashtriya Rifles (RR).

Though&nbsp;the body of the terrorist was retrieved from the site of the encounter his identity and affiliation is being ascertained, Jammu and Kashmir Police said.

"On a credible input, a cordon and search operation was launched jointly by police and security forces at the area. During the search operation, the hiding terrorist fired on the search party. The fire was retaliated leading to an encounter," police explained in a press release.

Incriminating material including arms and ammunition were recovered from the site of encounter.

The police have requested citizens not to venture inside the encounter zone since such an area can prove dangerous due to stray explosive materials.&nbsp;

They have further requested people to cooperate with police till the area is completely sanitized and cleared of all the explosive materials if any.&nbsp;

The body of a terrorist was recovered by security forces on Wednesday morning after an encounter took place on Tuesday in Bomai area of Sopore in Baramulla district.

The body of a terrorist was recovered by security forces on Wednesday morning after an encounter took place on Tuesday in Bomai area of Sopore in Baramulla district. The encounter broke out at 5:25 pm yesterday between terrorists and the troops of 177, 179 and 92 Battalion of CRPF, SOG Sopore, 22 Rashtriya Rifles (RR). Though the body of the terrorist was retrieved from the site of the encounter his identity and affiliation is being ascertained, Jammu and Kashmir Police said. "On a credible input, a cordon and search operation was launched jointly by police and security forces at the area. During the search operation, the hiding terrorist fired on the search party. The fire was retaliated leading to an encounter," police explained in a press release. Incriminating material including arms and ammunition were recovered from the site of encounter. The police have requested citizens not to venture inside the encounter zone since such an area can prove dangerous due to stray explosive materials. They have further requested people to cooperate with police till the area is completely sanitized and cleared of all the explosive materials if any.

Jammu and Kashmir: Body of 1 terrorist retrieved by security forces in Sopore encounter

Two terrorists as gunned down in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district on Thursday during an encounter with security forces.

The encounter broke out in the early hours of the day in Shopian's Dragad Sugan area.

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Security forces launched a cordon and search operation&nbsp;following a tip-off about the presence of militants, the news agency PTI quoted&nbsp;a police official as saying.

As the forces carried out searches, terrorists fired upon them, leading to the encounter, the official said.

He said the exchange of fire was going on between the two sides.

Further details are awaited.

On Thursday, two terrorists were killed in Sopore district's Dangerpora area.

During the encounter, incriminating material including arms and ammunition was recovered from the site of encounter.

Two terrorists as gunned down in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district on Thursday during an encounter with security forces. The encounter broke out in the early hours of the day in Shopian's Dragad Sugan area.

Two terrorists as gunned down in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district on Thursday during an encounter with security forces. The encounter broke out in the early hours of the day in Shopian's Dragad Sugan area. #UPDATE Shopian encounter: One terrorist has been neutralised in the encounter which broke out between terrorists and security forces in Dragad Sugan area of Shopian district earlier this morning. Operation is underway. #JammuAndKashmir — ANI (@ANI) May 31, 2019 × Security forces launched a cordon and search operation following a tip-off about the presence of militants, the news agency PTI quoted a police official as saying. As the forces carried out searches, terrorists fired upon them, leading to the encounter, the official said. He said the exchange of fire was going on between the two sides. Further details are awaited. On Thursday, two terrorists were killed in Sopore district's Dangerpora area. During the encounter, incriminating material including arms and ammunition was recovered from the site of encounter.

J&K: Two terrorists gunned down in Shopian encounter

Encounter underway between terrorists & Indian security forces in JK valley

Two terrorists were&nbsp;killed by security forces in the ongoing encounter which started in Malganipora area of Sopore in Baramulla district on Friday morning.&nbsp;

One soldier was also killed during the gunbattle.

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Pazalpora village of Dangiwacha town in the north Kashmir district this morning after receiving specific information about the presence of militants in the area, a police official said.

The official said the search operation turned into an encounter after the terrorists&nbsp;fired at the search party.

Heavy firing has been going on from both sides. Further information is awaited.

Reports say that internet services in the area have been suspended as a precautionary measure.

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The encounter comes hours after another army jawan was killed in a sniper fire by terrorists in Tral area of South Kashmir. Terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed has claimed responsibility for the attack on a camp of the 42 Rashtriya Rifles.

The terrorists used carried out the attack in Luragam around 9 pm, killing Sepoy Ngamsiamliana, who was on the guard duty. Another hjawan was injured in the attack.

Two terrorists were killed by security forces in the ongoing encounter which started in Malganipora area of Sopore in Baramulla district on Friday morning. One soldier was also killed during the gunbattle.

Two terrorists were killed by security forces in the ongoing encounter which started in Malganipora area of Sopore in Baramulla district on Friday morning. One soldier was also killed during the gunbattle. Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Pazalpora village of Dangiwacha town in the north Kashmir district this morning after receiving specific information about the presence of militants in the area, a police official said. The official said the search operation turned into an encounter after the terrorists fired at the search party. Heavy firing has been going on from both sides. Further information is awaited. Reports say that internet services in the area have been suspended as a precautionary measure. #Visuals: An encounter between terrorists and security forces has started in north Kashmir's Sopore. #JammuAndKashmir (visuals deferred by unspecified time) pic.twitter.com/8KeYHE5bLr — ANI (@ANI) October 26, 2018 × The encounter comes hours after another army jawan was killed in a sniper fire by terrorists in Tral area of South Kashmir. Terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed has claimed responsibility for the attack on a camp of the 42 Rashtriya Rifles. The terrorists used carried out the attack in Luragam around 9 pm, killing Sepoy Ngamsiamliana, who was on the guard duty. Another hjawan was injured in the attack.

Watch: Two terrorists, one soldier killed during encounter in J&K's Sopore

A man was ruthlessly thrashed&nbsp;in <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/watch-territorial-army-man-thrashed-after-being-suspected-as-braid-chopper-22558">Jammu and Kashmir&rsquo;s Sopore&nbsp;by a group of people </a>who suspected him to be a braid chopper.&nbsp;Five others were injured in the violence.

The man, identified as Waseem Ahmad, had gone to offer prayers at Dargah Hazratbal during the wee hours when he was attacked by the mob.

The mob also tried to&nbsp;set Ahmad on fire.

He was saved by the timely intervention of the police personnel who used force to rescue him from the mob.

&quot;Immediately, a police party rushed to spot and found that a mob was beating one person ruthlessly. The miscreants had also burnt some grass and were trying to set the person ablaze. Some miscreants were trying to run a tractor over him,&quot; a police spokesman said.

The police said Ahmad is mentally challenged.

He has been admitted to Srinagar hospital in a serious condition.

The police have identified those involved in the incident and an FIR has been registered.

More than 130 braid-chopping incidents have been reported from various parts of Kashmir over the past one month but police has so far failed to make any arrest.

?Special investigation teams have been set up to nab those involved in braid chopping, which has created fear psychosis among the people, especially the women folk.?The police have announced a reward of Rs 6 lakh for information leading to arrest of braid choppers.&nbsp;

(With PTI inputs)

The man identified as Waseem Ahmad from Shrakwara Nowpora in Sopore had gone to offer prayers at Dargah Hazratbal.

A man was ruthlessly thrashed in Jammu and Kashmir’s Sopore by a group of people who suspected him to be a braid chopper. Five others were injured in the violence. The man, identified as Waseem Ahmad, had gone to offer prayers at Dargah Hazratbal during the wee hours when he was attacked by the mob. The mob also tried to set Ahmad on fire. He was saved by the timely intervention of the police personnel who used force to rescue him from the mob. "Immediately, a police party rushed to spot and found that a mob was beating one person ruthlessly. The miscreants had also burnt some grass and were trying to set the person ablaze. Some miscreants were trying to run a tractor over him," a police spokesman said. The police said Ahmad is mentally challenged. He has been admitted to Srinagar hospital in a serious condition. The police have identified those involved in the incident and an FIR has been registered. More than 130 braid-chopping incidents have been reported from various parts of Kashmir over the past one month but police has so far failed to make any arrest. ?Special investigation teams have been set up to nab those involved in braid chopping, which has created fear psychosis among the people, especially the women folk.?The police have announced a reward of Rs 6 lakh for information leading to arrest of braid choppers. (With PTI inputs)

Man suspected to be braid chopper brutally thrashed by mob in J&K

Three Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists were killed in an early morning gun battle with security forces on Saturday in Baramulla district&#39;s Sopore area in Jammu Kashmir. As the news of the deaths spread, thousands of protesters clashed with security forces.

In a separate incident the same day, two motorcycle-borne terrorists attacked a party of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Jammu and Kashmir Police in Nowgam injuring a CRPF personnel.

Clashes between local residents and government forces were reported in many areas, police said.

Three protesters were injured in the northern Bandipore area, home to one of the terrorists, when soldiers fired bullets as hundreds of angry local residents came out on the streets to pelt their convoy with stones, a police officer told AFP condition of anonymity.

In southern Kashmir valley, thousands of protesters clashed with government forces who fired bullets in the air and used tear gas and stun grenades to disperse a crowds, which was chanting: &quot;We want freedom&quot;.

Two of the terrorists&nbsp;were identified as Javid Ahmed Dar of Baramulla and Abid Hamid Mir of Bandipora, the police said, adding that three AK rifles and two magazines were recovered from them.

According to the police, security forces had launched an operation following information about the presence of terrorists in the Amargarh area of Sopore.

The terrorists opened-fire and a gun battle ensued in which the three were killed, police told the media.

Schools and colleges in Sopore have been shut following the encounter.&nbsp;

Internet services were also withdrawn, ANI reported.

The joint operation was conducted by 179 Battalion Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), 52 Rashtriya Rifles, Special Operation Group (SOG) of the Jammu and Kashmir Police at 4.30 am.&nbsp;

In the Nowgam attack, a wireless operator of 29 BN CRPF received a bullet injury in the terrorist attack.

The CRPF&#39;s Public Relations Officer, Rajesh Yadav, said that the police fired in the air to avoid civilian causalities as the area was very crowded and had heavy traffic movement.

The terrorists fled the spot after the incident. A massive search operation is underway to nab the terrorists.

Tensions have escalated in Kashmir after a&nbsp;popular leader of the LeT group, Abu Dujana, was killed in a fierce gunbattle Tuesday.

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Schools and colleges in Sopore have been shut and internet services have been snapped

Three Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists were killed in an early morning gun battle with security forces on Saturday in Baramulla district's Sopore area in Jammu Kashmir. As the news of the deaths spread, thousands of protesters clashed with security forces. In a separate incident the same day, two motorcycle-borne terrorists attacked a party of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Jammu and Kashmir Police in Nowgam injuring a CRPF personnel. Clashes between local residents and government forces were reported in many areas, police said. Three protesters were injured in the northern Bandipore area, home to one of the terrorists, when soldiers fired bullets as hundreds of angry local residents came out on the streets to pelt their convoy with stones, a police officer told AFP condition of anonymity. In southern Kashmir valley, thousands of protesters clashed with government forces who fired bullets in the air and used tear gas and stun grenades to disperse a crowds, which was chanting: "We want freedom". Two of the terrorists were identified as Javid Ahmed Dar of Baramulla and Abid Hamid Mir of Bandipora, the police said, adding that three AK rifles and two magazines were recovered from them. According to the police, security forces had launched an operation following information about the presence of terrorists in the Amargarh area of Sopore. The terrorists opened-fire and a gun battle ensued in which the three were killed, police told the media. Schools and colleges in Sopore have been shut following the encounter. Internet services were also withdrawn, ANI reported. The joint operation was conducted by 179 Battalion Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), 52 Rashtriya Rifles, Special Operation Group (SOG) of the Jammu and Kashmir Police at 4.30 am. In the Nowgam attack, a wireless operator of 29 BN CRPF received a bullet injury in the terrorist attack. The CRPF's Public Relations Officer, Rajesh Yadav, said that the police fired in the air to avoid civilian causalities as the area was very crowded and had heavy traffic movement. The terrorists fled the spot after the incident. A massive search operation is underway to nab the terrorists. Tensions have escalated in Kashmir after a popular leader of the LeT group, Abu Dujana, was killed in a fierce gunbattle Tuesday.

J&K: Clashes after 3 LeT terrorists killed in Sopore gun battle; attack on CRPF party in Nowgam

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