India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, while speaking to soldiers in the Indian Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir after the row over the death of three civilians, said that he had full faith that the Army would wipe out terrorism from the region. Appreciating the Army for their bravery, Singh said, "I believe in your bravery and steadfastness... Terrorism should be finished from Jammu and Kashmir and you need to move forward with this commitment. I have full faith that you will achieve victory."

However, he asked the Army that they should not "make any mistake" which can hurt any Indian. Singh was in the border district of Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir, to review the security situation days after four soldiers were killed in an ambush on two Army vehicles. This happened in the aftermath of the terror attack in which the Army had detained several civilians in Poonch&nbsp;for questioning, among which three were found dead.&nbsp;

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A Brigade Commander was asked to join the investigation of the Army into the deaths. The Army has said that it has zero tolerance for violence committed against innocent civilians.

<h2>Don't make a mistake that hurts an Indian: minister</h2>

"You are the country's protectors. But I want to request you that besides ensuring the country's security, you also have the responsibility to win the hearts of the people. There should be no mistake that hurts an Indian," Singh said.

The defence minister added that the forces need to share a close bond with the people. "We have to win battles, eliminate terrorists, but a bigger objective is to win the hearts of the people. We will win wars, but we need to win hearts too. And I know you try your best to do this," he added.

Assuring the troops, he said that every soldier is considered as a family member by every Indian.

"Every Indian feels this way. It is not tolerable to us if anyone casts an evil eye on you. Security and intelligence agencies play a crucial role in stopping such attacks. Whatever support is needed to step up surveillance will be provided by the government. The doors to our treasury are fully open," he stated.

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The defence minister said that such attacks "should not be taken for granted". "I know you all are alert, but I think more alertness is required. Your bravery makes us proud. Your sacrifice, your efforts have no parallel. And they are priceless. When a soldier dies a martyr, even if we pay some compensation, it cannot compensate for the loss. I want to assure you that the government is with you and your welfare and security are high on our priority list," Singh said.&nbsp;

The defence minister said that the Indian Army is seen as more well-equipped and powerful than before. Earlier today, the minister reached Jammu and left for Rajouri soon after.

Singh is set to meet the families of the dead civilians as well as local residents.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, while speaking to soldiers in the Indian Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir after the row over the death of three civilians, said that he had full faith that the Army would wipe out terrorism from the region.

India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, while speaking to soldiers in the Indian Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir after the row over the death of three civilians, said that he had full faith that the Army would wipe out terrorism from the region. Appreciating the Army for their bravery, Singh said, "I believe in your bravery and steadfastness... Terrorism should be finished from Jammu and Kashmir and you need to move forward with this commitment. I have full faith that you will achieve victory." However, he asked the Army that they should not "make any mistake" which can hurt any Indian. Singh was in the border district of Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir, to review the security situation days after four soldiers were killed in an ambush on two Army vehicles. This happened in the aftermath of the terror attack in which the Army had detained several civilians in Poonch for questioning, among which three were found dead. Also read: Covid surge in India: JN.1 cases rise to 69, national tally crosses 4,000 mark A Brigade Commander was asked to join the investigation of the Army into the deaths. The Army has said that it has zero tolerance for violence committed against innocent civilians. Don't make a mistake that hurts an Indian: minister "You are the country's protectors. But I want to request you that besides ensuring the country's security, you also have the responsibility to win the hearts of the people. There should be no mistake that hurts an Indian," Singh said. The defence minister added that the forces need to share a close bond with the people. "We have to win battles, eliminate terrorists, but a bigger objective is to win the hearts of the people. We will win wars, but we need to win hearts too. And I know you try your best to do this," he added. Assuring the troops, he said that every soldier is considered as a family member by every Indian. "Every Indian feels this way. It is not tolerable to us if anyone casts an evil eye on you. Security and intelligence agencies play a crucial role in stopping such attacks. Whatever support is needed to step up surveillance will be provided by the government. The doors to our treasury are fully open," he stated. Watch: India: Massive crowd gathers to catch a glimpse of tiger in UP's Pilibhit The defence minister said that such attacks "should not be taken for granted". "I know you all are alert, but I think more alertness is required. Your bravery makes us proud. Your sacrifice, your efforts have no parallel. And they are priceless. When a soldier dies a martyr, even if we pay some compensation, it cannot compensate for the loss. I want to assure you that the government is with you and your welfare and security are high on our priority list," Singh said. The defence minister said that the Indian Army is seen as more well-equipped and powerful than before. Earlier today, the minister reached Jammu and left for Rajouri soon after. Singh is set to meet the families of the dead civilians as well as local residents. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian Army will wipe out terrorism from Jammu and Kashmir, says defence minister Rajnath Singh

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

Security forces on Thursday seized huge cache of explosives near forests in Gadikhal village in Awantipora in J&K. During the search after acting on a tipoff, security officials found two explosive dumps which were reportedly concealed in underground locations.

Security forces on Thursday seized huge cache of explosives near forests in Gadikhal village in Awantipora in J&K. During the search after acting on a tipoff, security officials found two explosive dumps which were reportedly concealed in underground locations. The concealed plastic tanks had 416 high explosive gelatin sticks, reports said, including 50 detonators in another tank. The detonators were later destroyed by the bomb disposal squad. AN FIR was also filed by officials and investigation is underway.

Security forces recover over 400 explosive gelatin sticks, 50 detonators in J&K's Awantipora

India on Thursday called&nbsp;Pakistan to take "credible and irreversible action" against terrorism after Pakistan&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-will-not-allow-armed-militia-in-the-country-imran-khan-238076">Prime Minister Imran Khan</a> admitted&nbsp;Pakistan terror groups operated in Kashmir.

Ravish Kumar, spokesperson of the ministry of external affairs said:&nbsp;"It's a glaring admission by Pakistani leadership. This&nbsp;is not the first time, Pakistan and Pakistani leadership have owned up to the presence of terrorist, training camps of terrorist and terrorist who are being sent to India to create acts of terrorism. It is also a public knowledge among the international community."

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Calling on Islamabad to take "credible and irreversible action" on terror groups on its territory, the foreign ministry spokesman said, "since Pak PM has acknowledged the presence of training camps, he has acknowledged that terrorist are&nbsp;being trained and sent to fight in Kashmir...they should make sure that safe havens and terror sanctuaries that exist in Pakistan should be neutralised. Pakistan has taken half-hearted steps to please the international community which are meant for the consumption of certain people"

Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan during his US had said at an event,"We are disarming all armed militias...You cannot disarm because the police is incapable of disarming these (terror) groups. They are trained, these people have experience of fighting in Afghanistan, some in Kashmir."

India has been calling Pakistan to take action on terror groups for years but Islamabad hasn't changed its policy and supported terror. And it is just not New Delhi, Kabul has also called on Islamabad to rein in terror groups.&nbsp;

Afghanistan last week released audio of terrorist based in Pakistan who planned the Kandahar terror attack that killed 12 people. 
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India on Thursday called Pakistan to take "credible and irreversible action" against terrorism after Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan admitted Pakistan terror groups operated in Kashmir.

India on Thursday called Pakistan to take "credible and irreversible action" against terrorism after Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan admitted Pakistan terror groups operated in Kashmir. Ravish Kumar, spokesperson of the ministry of external affairs said: "It's a glaring admission by Pakistani leadership. This is not the first time, Pakistan and Pakistani leadership have owned up to the presence of terrorist, training camps of terrorist and terrorist who are being sent to India to create acts of terrorism. It is also a public knowledge among the international community." Watch Video: Calling on Islamabad to take "credible and irreversible action" on terror groups on its territory, the foreign ministry spokesman said, "since Pak PM has acknowledged the presence of training camps, he has acknowledged that terrorist are being trained and sent to fight in Kashmir...they should make sure that safe havens and terror sanctuaries that exist in Pakistan should be neutralised. Pakistan has taken half-hearted steps to please the international community which are meant for the consumption of certain people" Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan during his US had said at an event,"We are disarming all armed militias...You cannot disarm because the police is incapable of disarming these (terror) groups. They are trained, these people have experience of fighting in Afghanistan, some in Kashmir." India has been calling Pakistan to take action on terror groups for years but Islamabad hasn't changed its policy and supported terror. And it is just not New Delhi, Kabul has also called on Islamabad to rein in terror groups. Afghanistan last week released audio of terrorist based in Pakistan who planned the Kandahar terror attack that killed 12 people.

After Pak's admission on terror groups in Kashmir, India calls Imran-led government to take 'credible and irreversible action'

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Indian Army will wipe out terrorism from Jammu and Kashmir, says defence minister Rajnath Singh

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

Security forces recover over 400 explosive gelatin sticks, 50 detonators in J&K's Awantipora

After Pak's admission on terror groups in Kashmir, India calls Imran-led government to take 'credible and irreversible action'