Indian security forces have neutralised terrorists in Jammu & Kashmir's Srinagar. Two pistols have also been recovered after the operation.

Indian security forces neutralise terrorists in Srinagar, 2 pistols recovered after operation

Five terrorists were killed in two operations in India's Kashmir valley earlier today. Four terrorists belonging to the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) outfit were killed in the Pulwama district and one terrorist belonging to the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) in central Kashmir's Budgam district.&nbsp;

In Pulwama, JeM commander Zahid Wani along with one Pakistani terrorist identified as Kafeel was killed along with two others. While as in the Budgam encounter one terrorist belonging to LeT was killed. One AK56 rifle was recovered from the encounter site.&nbsp;

"5 terrorists of Pakistan sponsored proscribed terror outfits LeT and JeM killed in dual encounters in last 12 hours. JeM commander terrorist Zahid Wani and a Pakistani terrorist among the killed. Big success for us," said Vijay Kumar, IGP Kashmir.

In the month of January, 11 encounters have taken place across the Kashmir valley and&nbsp;in these operations, at least 21 terrorists have been killed so far. Out of these killed terrorists, eight are said to be from other countries, mostly belonging to Pakistan.&nbsp;

Earlier security forces in Kashmir valley had said that their focus for the year 2022 will be killing all foreign terrorists in Kashmir.&nbsp;

They believe these foreign terrorists are responsible for the recruitment of youth into the terror outfits and training them.&nbsp;

Five terrorists were killed in two operations in India's Kashmir valley earlier today. Four terrorists belonging to the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) outfit were killed in the Pulwama district and one terrorist belonging to the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) in central Kashmir's Budgam district.

Five terrorists were killed in two operations in India's Kashmir valley earlier today. Four terrorists belonging to the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) outfit were killed in the Pulwama district and one terrorist belonging to the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) in central Kashmir's Budgam district. In Pulwama, JeM commander Zahid Wani along with one Pakistani terrorist identified as Kafeel was killed along with two others. While as in the Budgam encounter one terrorist belonging to LeT was killed. One AK56 rifle was recovered from the encounter site. "5 terrorists of Pakistan sponsored proscribed terror outfits LeT and JeM killed in dual encounters in last 12 hours. JeM commander terrorist Zahid Wani and a Pakistani terrorist among the killed. Big success for us," said Vijay Kumar, IGP Kashmir. In the month of January, 11 encounters have taken place across the Kashmir valley and in these operations, at least 21 terrorists have been killed so far. Out of these killed terrorists, eight are said to be from other countries, mostly belonging to Pakistan. Earlier security forces in Kashmir valley had said that their focus for the year 2022 will be killing all foreign terrorists in Kashmir. They believe these foreign terrorists are responsible for the recruitment of youth into the terror outfits and training them.

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A fierce gunfight broke out between security forces and terrorists in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir in India.

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The Indian security forces have killed two LeT terrorists during an encounter in the Kashmir valley early yesterday. Now, an encounter took place after security forces launched a cordon and search operation following intel inputs over the presence of terrorists in the region.

India: Two terrorists killed in Kashmir valley

Indian security forces killed two LeT terrorists during an encounter in the Kashmir valley earlier in the day. The encounter took place after the security forces launched a cordon and search operation following Intel inputs over the presence of terrorists in the region.

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Security forces have killed three terrorists in an encounter in Zalowa area of Chadoora in central Kashmir's Budgam district of India. In total, around&nbsp;14 militants have been killed in 8 days in Kashmir Valley.

The Jammu and Kashmir Police identified one of the terrorists as Waseem from Srinagar, while two others are said to be foreign. All these terrorists belonged to a Jaish-e-Mohammad outfit. &nbsp;

“3 terrorists killed in encounter. All the terrorists were affiliated with terror outfit JeM. So far, one has been identified as Waseem of Srinagar city. 3 AK 56 rifles recovered,” said Vijay Kumar, IG, Kashmir.&nbsp;

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The anti-terror operations in the valley have increased and encounters are taking place every day. &nbsp;

Earlier this week, Jammu &amp; Kashmir Police killed a top commander of Lashker-Toiba Saleem Parray. Police had said he was involved in over a dozen killings in the Kashmir Valley. &nbsp;

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Three terrorists of Jaish were killed on January 5 in South Kashmir's Pulwama district. On January 4, security forces managed to kill two terrorists in Kulgam district. Two terrorists were killed in two operations in Srinagar's Shalimar area, including a top LeT commander Saleem Parray. &nbsp;

In north Kashmir's Kupwara, one terrorist was killed in a gun-battle between security forces and terrorists. On December 31, three terrorists of JeM were killed in an encounter in Srinagar.&nbsp;

Security forces have killed three terrorists in an encounter in Zalowa area of Chadoora in central Kashmir's Budgam district of India. In total, around 14 militants have been killed in 8 days in Kashmir Valley.

Security forces have killed three terrorists in an encounter in Zalowa area of Chadoora in central Kashmir's Budgam district of India. In total, around 14 militants have been killed in 8 days in Kashmir Valley. The Jammu and Kashmir Police identified one of the terrorists as Waseem from Srinagar, while two others are said to be foreign. All these terrorists belonged to a Jaish-e-Mohammad outfit. “3 terrorists killed in encounter. All the terrorists were affiliated with terror outfit JeM. So far, one has been identified as Waseem of Srinagar city. 3 AK 56 rifles recovered,” said Vijay Kumar, IG, Kashmir. Also Read: India reports over 1,17,000 COVID-19 cases in 24 hours; 302 deaths The anti-terror operations in the valley have increased and encounters are taking place every day. Earlier this week, Jammu & Kashmir Police killed a top commander of Lashker-Toiba Saleem Parray. Police had said he was involved in over a dozen killings in the Kashmir Valley. Also Read | Digital payments without the internet: All you need to know Three terrorists of Jaish were killed on January 5 in South Kashmir's Pulwama district. On January 4, security forces managed to kill two terrorists in Kulgam district. Two terrorists were killed in two operations in Srinagar's Shalimar area, including a top LeT commander Saleem Parray. In north Kashmir's Kupwara, one terrorist was killed in a gun-battle between security forces and terrorists. On December 31, three terrorists of JeM were killed in an encounter in Srinagar.

With 3 more, 14 terrorists killed in India’s J&K in last 8 days

In a gunfight with the security forces, three terrorists have been killed in the Chadoora area in central Kashmir's Budgam district in India, said officials on Friday. &nbsp;

"Three terrorists killed in encounter. Identification and affiliation being ascertained. Incriminating materials including arms and ammunition recovered," Jammu and Kashmir Police said on Twitter citing Inspector General Police, Kashmir zone, Vijay Kumar. &nbsp;

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The gunfight had started between the terrorists and security forces on Thursday. This happened as a joint team of the police and the security forces had cordoned off an area while launching a search operation on the basis of specific information about the presence of terrorists. &nbsp;

When the security forces zeroed in on the spot where the terrorists were hiding, they were met with heavy fire, which led to the encounter. &nbsp;

Earlier, the Jammu and Kashmir Police on Thursday claimed to have arrested two terrorists of TRF and two terror associates of the same outfit. The terrorists were arrested in Srinagar's Barzulla area after a barricade was laid by the police along with the CRPF. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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"The arrested terrorists have been identified as Suhail Qadir Khanday S/O Ghulam Qadir Khanday R/O Tral Pulwama (Active Terrorist) and Suhail Mushtaq Waza S/O Mushtaq Ahmed Waza R/O Nikloora Pulwama (active terrorist)," said Jammu and Kashmir Police. &nbsp;

They also recovered two pistols, along with two magazines and 30 rounds, from the spot. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Following the arrest of the two terrorists, J&amp;K Police received information about two other terror suspects. Both terrorist suspects were captured in Srinagar later that day. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) &nbsp;

In a gunfight with the security forces, three terrorists have been killed in the Chadoora area in central Kashmir's Budgam district in India, said officials on Friday.

In a gunfight with the security forces, three terrorists have been killed in the Chadoora area in central Kashmir's Budgam district in India, said officials on Friday. "Three terrorists killed in encounter. Identification and affiliation being ascertained. Incriminating materials including arms and ammunition recovered," Jammu and Kashmir Police said on Twitter citing Inspector General Police, Kashmir zone, Vijay Kumar. Also Read: COVID-19 cases at new high in Mumbai; nearly 1 in 3 test results positive The gunfight had started between the terrorists and security forces on Thursday. This happened as a joint team of the police and the security forces had cordoned off an area while launching a search operation on the basis of specific information about the presence of terrorists. When the security forces zeroed in on the spot where the terrorists were hiding, they were met with heavy fire, which led to the encounter. Earlier, the Jammu and Kashmir Police on Thursday claimed to have arrested two terrorists of TRF and two terror associates of the same outfit. The terrorists were arrested in Srinagar's Barzulla area after a barricade was laid by the police along with the CRPF. Also Read | Digital payments without the internet: All you need to know "The arrested terrorists have been identified as Suhail Qadir Khanday S/O Ghulam Qadir Khanday R/O Tral Pulwama (Active Terrorist) and Suhail Mushtaq Waza S/O Mushtaq Ahmed Waza R/O Nikloora Pulwama (active terrorist)," said Jammu and Kashmir Police. They also recovered two pistols, along with two magazines and 30 rounds, from the spot. Following the arrest of the two terrorists, J&K Police received information about two other terror suspects. Both terrorist suspects were captured in Srinagar later that day. (With inputs from agencies)

In gunfight, three terrorists killed in India’s J&K

The Jammu and Kashmir Police on Thursday claimed to have arrested two terrorists of TRF and two terror associates of the same outfit. The terrorists were arrested in Srinagar's Barzulla area after a barricade was laid by the police along with the CRPF.&nbsp;

"The arrested terrorists have been identified as Suhail Qadir Khanday S/O Ghulam Qadir Khanday R/O Tral Pulwama (Active Terrorist) and Suhail Mushtaq Waza S/O Mushtaq Ahmed Waza R/O Nikloora Pulwama (active terrorist)," said Jammu and Kashmir Police.

They also recovered two pistols, along with two magazines and 30 rounds, from the spot.&nbsp;

Following the arrest of the two terrorists, J&amp;K Police received information about two other terror suspects. Both terrorist suspects were captured in Srinagar later that day.

They further identified two associates, namely Basit Bilal Makaya S/O Bilal&nbsp;Ahmed Makaya R/O Qamar Abad Qamarwari and Naikoo Imad Nasar S/O Farooq Ahmed Bhat R/O Kiloora Shopian, who were operating with them as OGWs. Both associates have been arrested. In this connection, a case under FIR No. 08/2021 of Saddar PS under sections 7/25 of the arms act and sections 18.23 of the UAP Act has been registered in PS Saddar, "said Jammu and Kashmir Police.&nbsp;

The police said that during the questioning, the arrested terrorists disclosed that they were operating in Srinagar City at the direction of one person, namely Asif Maqbool Dar, R/O MIG Colony Bemina, currently in Dhamam, Saudi Arabia, and Sajjad Gul, R/O HMT Parimpora, currently in Pakistan. Both the Saudi Arabian and Pakistani handlers were providing weapons and money through a network of OGWs that had been identified.

The Jammu and Kashmir Police on Thursday claimed to have arrested two terrorists of TRF and two terror associates of the same outfit. The terrorists were arrested in Srinagar's Barzulla area after a barricade was laid by the police along with the CRPF.

The Jammu and Kashmir Police on Thursday claimed to have arrested two terrorists of TRF and two terror associates of the same outfit. The terrorists were arrested in Srinagar's Barzulla area after a barricade was laid by the police along with the CRPF. "The arrested terrorists have been identified as Suhail Qadir Khanday S/O Ghulam Qadir Khanday R/O Tral Pulwama (Active Terrorist) and Suhail Mushtaq Waza S/O Mushtaq Ahmed Waza R/O Nikloora Pulwama (active terrorist)," said Jammu and Kashmir Police. They also recovered two pistols, along with two magazines and 30 rounds, from the spot. Following the arrest of the two terrorists, J&K Police received information about two other terror suspects. Both terrorist suspects were captured in Srinagar later that day. They further identified two associates, namely Basit Bilal Makaya S/O Bilal Ahmed Makaya R/O Qamar Abad Qamarwari and Naikoo Imad Nasar S/O Farooq Ahmed Bhat R/O Kiloora Shopian, who were operating with them as OGWs. Both associates have been arrested. In this connection, a case under FIR No. 08/2021 of Saddar PS under sections 7/25 of the arms act and sections 18.23 of the UAP Act has been registered in PS Saddar, "said Jammu and Kashmir Police. The police said that during the questioning, the arrested terrorists disclosed that they were operating in Srinagar City at the direction of one person, namely Asif Maqbool Dar, R/O MIG Colony Bemina, currently in Dhamam, Saudi Arabia, and Sajjad Gul, R/O HMT Parimpora, currently in Pakistan. Both the Saudi Arabian and Pakistani handlers were providing weapons and money through a network of OGWs that had been identified.

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Six terrorists were killed in two separate engagements with security forces in Anantnag and districts of Jammu and Kashmir, including two Pakistani nationals, authorities said.

The terrorists are linked to the banned terror group Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM).

According to the report, four of the terrorists killed have been identified so far.Two are Pakistani terrorists and two are local terrorists. The identities of the other two terrorists are yet unknown.&nbsp;

"6 #terrorists of proscribed #terror outfit JeM killed in two separate #encounters. 4 among the killed terrorists have been identified so far as (2) #Pakistani &amp; (2) local terrorists. Identification of other 02 terrorists is being ascertained. A big #success for us," Kashmir Zone Police tweeted quoting IGP Kashmir Vijay Kumar.&nbsp;

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Soon after the Anantnag incident, security forces launched another operation in Kulgam's Mirhama, killing three militants in a brief confrontation.&nbsp;

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Following a tip about the presence of terrorists in the Mirhama region of Kulgam district, security personnel conducted a cordon and search operation.

The forces were fired upon by the concealed terrorists while conducting searches in the area, they claimed.&nbsp; 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

Six terrorists were killed in two separate engagements with security forces in Anantnag and districts of Jammu and Kashmir, including two Pakistani nationals, authorities said.

Six terrorists were killed in two separate engagements with security forces in Anantnag and districts of Jammu and Kashmir, including two Pakistani nationals, authorities said. The terrorists are linked to the banned terror group Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM). According to the report, four of the terrorists killed have been identified so far.Two are Pakistani terrorists and two are local terrorists. The identities of the other two terrorists are yet unknown. "6 #terrorists of proscribed #terror outfit JeM killed in two separate #encounters. 4 among the killed terrorists have been identified so far as (2) #Pakistani & (2) local terrorists. Identification of other 02 terrorists is being ascertained. A big #success for us," Kashmir Zone Police tweeted quoting IGP Kashmir Vijay Kumar. 6 #terrorists of proscribed #terror outfit JeM killed in two separate #encounters. 4 among the killed terrorists have been identified so far as (2) #Pakistani & (2) local terrorists. Identification of other 02 terrorists is being ascertained. A big #success for us: IGP Kashmir — Kashmir Zone Police (@KashmirPolice) December 29, 2021 × Soon after the Anantnag incident, security forces launched another operation in Kulgam's Mirhama, killing three militants in a brief confrontation. #Encounter has started at Nowgam Shahabad, Dooru area of #Anantnag. In the initial firing, 01 police personnel got injured & was shifted to hospital. Police & SFs are on the job. Further details shall follow. @JmuKmrPolice — Kashmir Zone Police (@KashmirPolice) December 29, 2021 × Following a tip about the presence of terrorists in the Mirhama region of Kulgam district, security personnel conducted a cordon and search operation. The forces were fired upon by the concealed terrorists while conducting searches in the area, they claimed. (With inputs from agencies)

Six terrorists, including two Pakistanis, killed in two separate encounters in J&K: Police

Two policemen were killed and 12 others suffered injuries as terrorists carried out a deadly attack on a bus carrying Jammu and Kashmir Armed Police personnel on the outskirts of Srinagar.

2 dead, 12 injured in terror attack on police bus in Jammu & Kashmir

Two Jammu and Kashmir Policemen have been killed while 12 others were injured in a terror attack in Zewan area on the outskirts of Srinagar. The policemen were in a bus when terrorists fired on them indiscriminately&nbsp;injuring 14 soldiers.&nbsp;

"Among the injured police personnel, 01 ASI &nbsp;&amp; a selection grade constable succumbed to their injuries &amp; attained martyrdom," said Jammu and Kashmir police.&nbsp;

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sought details of the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, the PMO said. India's prime minister expressed condolences to the families of security personnel who were killed in the attack.

The Jammu and Kashmir police have cordoned off the whole area where the attack took place. The incident happened close to the police camp at Zewan which is adjacent to the national highway.&nbsp;

Police sources say the firing lasted for around five&nbsp;minutes and terrorists knew about the movement of the bus. Since it was dark the terrorists managed to flee from the spot.&nbsp;

Earlier today there was an encounter between security forces and terrorists in Srinagar's Rangret area. Two Lashker terrorists were killed in the&nbsp;encounter.&nbsp;

''One of the killed terrorists has been identified as Aadil Ahmad Wani son of Bashir Ahmad Wani resident of Daramdoora Shopian (a Pakistan trained “A” category terrorist) while as another killed terrorist as per the credible sources is a foreign terrorist, yet same is being further ascertained. Both the killed terrorists were affiliated with proscribed terror outfit LeT,&nbsp;'' said Jammu and Kashmir police.&nbsp;

Arms and&nbsp;ammunition including 2 AK rifles and other incriminating materials were recovered from the site of the encounter.

Two Jammu and Kashmir Policemen have been killed while 12 others were injured in a terror attack in Zewan area on the outskirts of Srinagar. The policemen were in a bus when terrorists fired on them indiscriminately injuring 14 soldiers.

Two Jammu and Kashmir Policemen have been killed while 12 others were injured in a terror attack in Zewan area on the outskirts of Srinagar. The policemen were in a bus when terrorists fired on them indiscriminately injuring 14 soldiers. "Among the injured police personnel, 01 ASI & a selection grade constable succumbed to their injuries & attained martyrdom," said Jammu and Kashmir police. PM @narendramodi has sought details on the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. He has also expressed condolences to the families of those security personnel who have been martyred in the attack. — PMO India (@PMOIndia) December 13, 2021 × Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sought details of the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, the PMO said. India's prime minister expressed condolences to the families of security personnel who were killed in the attack. The Jammu and Kashmir police have cordoned off the whole area where the attack took place. The incident happened close to the police camp at Zewan which is adjacent to the national highway. Police sources say the firing lasted for around five minutes and terrorists knew about the movement of the bus. Since it was dark the terrorists managed to flee from the spot. Earlier today there was an encounter between security forces and terrorists in Srinagar's Rangret area. Two Lashker terrorists were killed in the encounter. ''One of the killed terrorists has been identified as Aadil Ahmad Wani son of Bashir Ahmad Wani resident of Daramdoora Shopian (a Pakistan trained “A” category terrorist) while as another killed terrorist as per the credible sources is a foreign terrorist, yet same is being further ascertained. Both the killed terrorists were affiliated with proscribed terror outfit LeT, '' said Jammu and Kashmir police. Arms and ammunition including 2 AK rifles and other incriminating materials were recovered from the site of the encounter.

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29-year-old Jammu and Kashmir policeman was shot dead by gunmen outside his residence in Srinagar. The victim has been identified as Tawseef Ahmed Wani. The area has been cordoned off, and a hunt has been launched to catch the attackers.

J&K: Policeman shot dead by terrorists in Srinagar, authorities beef up security

As many as 65 terrorists affiliated to Islamic State (IS) have surrendered to Taliban-led authorities in Afghanistan`s eastern Nangarhar province bordering Pakistan, Anadolu Agency reported on Sunday.

"Through the mediation of tribal elders in Kot and Batkot districts of Nangarhar province, 65 Daesh surrendered to the Islamic Emirate (Taliban) through the intelligence department and expressed remorse for their past actions," Anadolu Agency quoted the statement issued by the provincial administration in Nangarhar.

The men were pardoned for living under "special conditions," the statement cited Dr. Bashir, the director of the National Directorate of Security in Nangarhar, as saying."But if (they) violated (the surrender terms) the most severe legal action will be taken," it added.

Nangarhar has been witnessing an evident spike in targeted assassinations and bomb blasts, with the pro-Daesh/ISIS claiming multiple attacks, said the publication.

Earlier this month, the Taliban claimed to have dismantled a Daesh hideout in the capital Kabul, blamed for many attacks.According to Anadolu Agency, the group claimed a massive suicide bombing in Kandahar, besides orchestrating targeted killings in Nangarhar and Parwan provinces as well as a massive suicide bombing in a Shia community mosque in the northern Kunduz province, killing more than 100 people.

As many as 65 terrorists affiliated to Islamic State (IS) have surrendered to Taliban-led authorities in Afghanistan`s eastern Nangarhar province bordering Pakistan, Anadolu Agency reported on Sunday.

As many as 65 terrorists affiliated to Islamic State (IS) have surrendered to Taliban-led authorities in Afghanistan`s eastern Nangarhar province bordering Pakistan, Anadolu Agency reported on Sunday. "Through the mediation of tribal elders in Kot and Batkot districts of Nangarhar province, 65 Daesh surrendered to the Islamic Emirate (Taliban) through the intelligence department and expressed remorse for their past actions," Anadolu Agency quoted the statement issued by the provincial administration in Nangarhar. The men were pardoned for living under "special conditions," the statement cited Dr. Bashir, the director of the National Directorate of Security in Nangarhar, as saying."But if (they) violated (the surrender terms) the most severe legal action will be taken," it added. Nangarhar has been witnessing an evident spike in targeted assassinations and bomb blasts, with the pro-Daesh/ISIS claiming multiple attacks, said the publication. Earlier this month, the Taliban claimed to have dismantled a Daesh hideout in the capital Kabul, blamed for many attacks.According to Anadolu Agency, the group claimed a massive suicide bombing in Kandahar, besides orchestrating targeted killings in Nangarhar and Parwan provinces as well as a massive suicide bombing in a Shia community mosque in the northern Kunduz province, killing more than 100 people.

65 Islamic State terrorists surrendered in Afghanistan's Nangarhar: Taliban

History seems to be repeating itself in Kashmir. Recently, there have been targeting attacks against the non-locals living in the valley, 11 people have been killed in the last two weeks.

Jammu & Kashmir: 11 civilians killed in last two weeks

A fierce gunbattle broke out between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Pampore area, two terrorists who were killed belonged to the Lashkar-e-Taiba group. In another incident, two civilians were also shot dead.

Two non-local civilians killed in Jammu and Kashmir today

A fierce gunbattle broke out between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Pampore area, terrorists belonged to the Lashkar-e-Taiba group.

J&K: Fierce gunbattle breaks out in Pampore, security personnel neutralises 2 terrorists

13 terrorists have been killed in 9 encounters in Kashmir Valley in the last ten days. The Jammu and Kashmir Police claims to have killed 3 out of 5 terrorists from Srinagar city.&nbsp;

This comes after 7 civilian killings in the Kashmir valley recently.&nbsp;

The security was put on high alert after the recent civilian killings across the Kashmir Valley. Various search operations were carried out by the Police, Army and Paramilitary forces across the valley, which further led to encounters.

"13 terrorists have been killed in 9 encounters after civilian killings. We have neutralised 3 out of 5 terrorists of Srinagar City within less than 24 hours,'' said Vijay Kumar, IG Kashmir Police.&nbsp;

Earlier today, two terrorists including a LeT commander was killed in a gunfight in the Pampore area of Awantipora.&nbsp;

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Police had an idea about the presence of these two terrorists in the area after which a search operation was launched.&nbsp;

Police said that they also gave them an option of surrender but they denied it.&nbsp;

"We offered them to surrender but they kept firing, triggering an encounter. They were trapped in a three-storey building, which is a concrete one. We fired grenades and the building caught fire. One of the slain militants has been identified as Umar Khanday of LeT and the other has been identified as Muhammad Sultan, who was the LeT commander .”

Police said that Umar Khanday was involved in the killing of two policemen in the Baghat area of Srinagar. Security is still on high alert across the Kashmir Valley.&nbsp;

13 terrorists have been killed in 9 encounters in Kashmir Valley in the last ten days. The Jammu and Kashmir Police claims to have killed 3 out of 5 terrorists from Srinagar city.

13 terrorists have been killed in 9 encounters in Kashmir Valley in the last ten days. The Jammu and Kashmir Police claims to have killed 3 out of 5 terrorists from Srinagar city. This comes after 7 civilian killings in the Kashmir valley recently. The security was put on high alert after the recent civilian killings across the Kashmir Valley. Various search operations were carried out by the Police, Army and Paramilitary forces across the valley, which further led to encounters. "13 terrorists have been killed in 9 encounters after civilian killings. We have neutralised 3 out of 5 terrorists of Srinagar City within less than 24 hours,'' said Vijay Kumar, IG Kashmir Police. Earlier today, two terrorists including a LeT commander was killed in a gunfight in the Pampore area of Awantipora. Also read | J&K: Security forces detain over 700 ‘terrorist sympathisers’ after civilian killings Police had an idea about the presence of these two terrorists in the area after which a search operation was launched. Police said that they also gave them an option of surrender but they denied it. "We offered them to surrender but they kept firing, triggering an encounter. They were trapped in a three-storey building, which is a concrete one. We fired grenades and the building caught fire. One of the slain militants has been identified as Umar Khanday of LeT and the other has been identified as Muhammad Sultan, who was the LeT commander .” Police said that Umar Khanday was involved in the killing of two policemen in the Baghat area of Srinagar. Security is still on high alert across the Kashmir Valley.

J&K: 13 terrorists killed in 9 encounters after civilian killings

The 15th of August 2021 marks the beginning of a new chapter in the troubled history of Afghanistan, strategically situated in between the South and Central Asia and often described as the Heart of Asia. On this day, the Taliban ,a conglomeration of extremely radical Islamic terror organisations, known for their ultra-conservative interpretation of the Islamic concept of Sharia walked into Kabul and recaptured power after a gap of two decades. The Taliban did not face any resistance whatsoever from the Afghan Army, while the President Ashraf Ghani was packing up his bags to flee the country and the most powerful Americans and allies were racing against time to withdraw from Afghanistan, having entered into a questionable agreement with the Taliban on 29th February, 2020 after failing to neutralise them.

Sixty days have elapsed since the dark episode in the history of mankind was written when Bullet won over Ballot, while the entire international system &nbsp;either turned a blind eye or watched in silence. Certain clearly discernable trends have emerged in the past two months of evolving situation in Afghanistan. The Taliban has succeeded in capturing the power with unprecedented ease but it is apparent that it is bound to find it difficult to govern the country for a variety of reasons.&nbsp;

The first challenge comes from within the Taliban, arising out of the ideological and tactical differences between the hardliners and moderates. By the available indications the hardliners appear to be having an upper hand. As a result the moderates such as Mullah Baradar who have so far been the international face of the Taliban have been relegated to second fiddle.&nbsp; 
Further the hardliners have not responded to the expectations of the international community as reflected in the Un Security Council Resolution 2593 of 30th August, 2021. The interim Government formed by the Taliban is anything but inclusive; most of the minorities as well as women have failed to find a berth in the Government in which more than half of the Ministers are designated terrorists. Systematic efforts are being made to exclude women from public life.&nbsp;

Minorities are being selectively targeted. In early October, a famous Sikh Gurudwara in Kabul was vandalised by suspected Taliban fighters. Contrary to the assurances of amnesty, the Taliban forces unlawfully killed 13 &nbsp;ethnic Hazaras, including a 17-year-old girl, in Afghanistan’s Daykundi province on 30th August. Eleven of the victims were former members of the Afghan National Defence Security Forces (ANDSF), who had surrendered and two were civilians. Cases of public hangings reminiscent of the earlier tenure of Taliban in 1990s have also been reported.

The manner in which the Taliban has assumed power by use of force has emboldened radical and terror organisation all over the world, who are now considering Afghanistan as their safe heaven. The Taliban is indebted to some of the terror groups who had supported it in its fight against the USA and the duly elected and West-supported government in Afghanistan.&nbsp;

There are some other terror groups such as ISIS (Khorasan Province) over which the Taliban appears to have very little or no control. This terror group has owned responsibility for the devastating suicide bomb attacks at the Kabul International Airport (26th August) and more recently on a Shia minority Mosque in &nbsp;Kunduz &nbsp;Province early &nbsp;October. The possibility of a guerrilla warfare by the Panjshir Resistance Movement against the Taliban at some later stage cannot be ruled out all-together.

The presence of terror groups on the Afghan soil and the possibility that these groups may operate against the security interests not only of Afghanistan but also of other countries is a matter of serious and genuine concern for the international community. The Taliban doesn’t seem to be in a position to address this concern. Pakistan, being in hand-in-glove with groups such as Haquani Network makes it worse.

The Big Players have refrained from condemning or out-rightly rejecting Taliban. At the same time none, including even Russia and China, appears in a rush to accord “de jure” recognition to Taliban whose “de facto” recognition is now a matter of ground reality. The new rulers of Afghanistan failed to secure the UN permission to participate in the on-going session of the UNGA. The absence of “de jure” recognition is posing several constraints on the so-called Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan proclaimed by the Taliban. The situation from the Taliban’s perspective is further exacerbated by the fact that the assets worth $ 9.5 billion held by the Central Bank of Afghanistan (DBA) in the USA and elsewhere abroad stand frozen, creating a severe cash crunch. Taliban can count on China for financial support but not without cost.&nbsp;

China is not known for benign and benevolent grants and Taliban is wise enough to understand China’s debt-trap policy. However, if the economic situation gets too bad, the Taliban in a desperate move may compromise and accept dependence on China in return for the latter’s entry into yet-to-be-fully-explored possibilities in Afghanistan’s mineral wealth.

Meanwhile, the people of Afghanistan are suffering on account of both the social as well as economic fronts. The ultra-conservative interpretation of the Sharia by the Taliban is creating an adverse impact on the lives of common Afghans, particularly women and children. &nbsp;There is a broad consensus that Afghanistan stands on the brink of a growing humanitarian crisis. The UN Special Envoy for Afghanistan is of the opinion that by freezing the funds to keep money out of the hands of Taliban could be counter-productive and that if funding were to stop there would be "a severe economic downturn that could throw many more millions into poverty and hunger, may generate a massive wave of refugees from Afghanistan and indeed set Afghanistan back for generations."

At the International Donor’s Conference, hosted recently by the UN General Secretary in Geneva, the international community has pledged $ 1billion; this should help keep the on-going aid projects in Afghanistan afloat. It seems that many countries are willing to provide aid but are seriously concerned about how funds will be spent with Taliban in power.

India has not specifically called out Taliban; it has expressed its concern in the larger context of the adverse fallout of the advent of the Taliban in Afghanistan and has repeatedly alerted the international community of the serious consequences of the growing radicalism, extremism and terrorism. It has joined the international chorus in calling for the formation of an inclusive government in Afghanistan.&nbsp;

India has also reiterated its commitment to stand by the people of Afghanistan. In this context the EAM Dr Jai Shankar recalled (at the Geneva Conference) India’s investment of $ 3bn in about 500 development projects for the benefit of the Afghan people. He , however, stopped short of making any fresh commitments, underlining that the world will “step forward” to help Afghanistan once the United Nations can assuage the “legitimate concerns” of donors that international aid will be dispersed in a “non-discriminatory” manner across Afghan society. India thus expects the UN to create an enabling environment so that the aid can reach the intended beneficiaries.

In short, the “Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan” is facing several serious challenges both at home and abroad while simultaneously posing serious threat to the stability of the region and beyond. Nevertheless, ways and means must be found urgently to address the urgent humanitarian needs of the people of Afghanistan.

(Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.)

The 15th of August 2021 marks the beginning of a new chapter in the troubled history of Afghanistan, strategically situated in between the South and Central Asia and often described as the Heart of Asia.

The 15th of August 2021 marks the beginning of a new chapter in the troubled history of Afghanistan, strategically situated in between the South and Central Asia and often described as the Heart of Asia. On this day, the Taliban ,a conglomeration of extremely radical Islamic terror organisations, known for their ultra-conservative interpretation of the Islamic concept of Sharia walked into Kabul and recaptured power after a gap of two decades. The Taliban did not face any resistance whatsoever from the Afghan Army, while the President Ashraf Ghani was packing up his bags to flee the country and the most powerful Americans and allies were racing against time to withdraw from Afghanistan, having entered into a questionable agreement with the Taliban on 29th February, 2020 after failing to neutralise them. Sixty days have elapsed since the dark episode in the history of mankind was written when Bullet won over Ballot, while the entire international system either turned a blind eye or watched in silence. Certain clearly discernable trends have emerged in the past two months of evolving situation in Afghanistan. The Taliban has succeeded in capturing the power with unprecedented ease but it is apparent that it is bound to find it difficult to govern the country for a variety of reasons. The first challenge comes from within the Taliban, arising out of the ideological and tactical differences between the hardliners and moderates. By the available indications the hardliners appear to be having an upper hand. As a result the moderates such as Mullah Baradar who have so far been the international face of the Taliban have been relegated to second fiddle. Further the hardliners have not responded to the expectations of the international community as reflected in the Un Security Council Resolution 2593 of 30th August, 2021. The interim Government formed by the Taliban is anything but inclusive; most of the minorities as well as women have failed to find a berth in the Government in which more than half of the Ministers are designated terrorists. Systematic efforts are being made to exclude women from public life. Minorities are being selectively targeted. In early October, a famous Sikh Gurudwara in Kabul was vandalised by suspected Taliban fighters. Contrary to the assurances of amnesty, the Taliban forces unlawfully killed 13 ethnic Hazaras, including a 17-year-old girl, in Afghanistan’s Daykundi province on 30th August. Eleven of the victims were former members of the Afghan National Defence Security Forces (ANDSF), who had surrendered and two were civilians. Cases of public hangings reminiscent of the earlier tenure of Taliban in 1990s have also been reported. The manner in which the Taliban has assumed power by use of force has emboldened radical and terror organisation all over the world, who are now considering Afghanistan as their safe heaven. The Taliban is indebted to some of the terror groups who had supported it in its fight against the USA and the duly elected and West-supported government in Afghanistan. There are some other terror groups such as ISIS (Khorasan Province) over which the Taliban appears to have very little or no control. This terror group has owned responsibility for the devastating suicide bomb attacks at the Kabul International Airport (26th August) and more recently on a Shia minority Mosque in Kunduz Province early October. The possibility of a guerrilla warfare by the Panjshir Resistance Movement against the Taliban at some later stage cannot be ruled out all-together. The presence of terror groups on the Afghan soil and the possibility that these groups may operate against the security interests not only of Afghanistan but also of other countries is a matter of serious and genuine concern for the international community. The Taliban doesn’t seem to be in a position to address this concern. Pakistan, being in hand-in-glove with groups such as Haquani Network makes it worse. The Big Players have refrained from condemning or out-rightly rejecting Taliban. At the same time none, including even Russia and China, appears in a rush to accord “de jure” recognition to Taliban whose “de facto” recognition is now a matter of ground reality. The new rulers of Afghanistan failed to secure the UN permission to participate in the on-going session of the UNGA. The absence of “de jure” recognition is posing several constraints on the so-called Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan proclaimed by the Taliban. The situation from the Taliban’s perspective is further exacerbated by the fact that the assets worth $ 9.5 billion held by the Central Bank of Afghanistan (DBA) in the USA and elsewhere abroad stand frozen, creating a severe cash crunch. Taliban can count on China for financial support but not without cost. China is not known for benign and benevolent grants and Taliban is wise enough to understand China’s debt-trap policy. However, if the economic situation gets too bad, the Taliban in a desperate move may compromise and accept dependence on China in return for the latter’s entry into yet-to-be-fully-explored possibilities in Afghanistan’s mineral wealth. Meanwhile, the people of Afghanistan are suffering on account of both the social as well as economic fronts. The ultra-conservative interpretation of the Sharia by the Taliban is creating an adverse impact on the lives of common Afghans, particularly women and children. There is a broad consensus that Afghanistan stands on the brink of a growing humanitarian crisis. The UN Special Envoy for Afghanistan is of the opinion that by freezing the funds to keep money out of the hands of Taliban could be counter-productive and that if funding were to stop there would be "a severe economic downturn that could throw many more millions into poverty and hunger, may generate a massive wave of refugees from Afghanistan and indeed set Afghanistan back for generations." At the International Donor’s Conference, hosted recently by the UN General Secretary in Geneva, the international community has pledged $ 1billion; this should help keep the on-going aid projects in Afghanistan afloat. It seems that many countries are willing to provide aid but are seriously concerned about how funds will be spent with Taliban in power. India has not specifically called out Taliban; it has expressed its concern in the larger context of the adverse fallout of the advent of the Taliban in Afghanistan and has repeatedly alerted the international community of the serious consequences of the growing radicalism, extremism and terrorism. It has joined the international chorus in calling for the formation of an inclusive government in Afghanistan. India has also reiterated its commitment to stand by the people of Afghanistan. In this context the EAM Dr Jai Shankar recalled (at the Geneva Conference) India’s investment of $ 3bn in about 500 development projects for the benefit of the Afghan people. He , however, stopped short of making any fresh commitments, underlining that the world will “step forward” to help Afghanistan once the United Nations can assuage the “legitimate concerns” of donors that international aid will be dispersed in a “non-discriminatory” manner across Afghan society. India thus expects the UN to create an enabling environment so that the aid can reach the intended beneficiaries. In short, the “Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan” is facing several serious challenges both at home and abroad while simultaneously posing serious threat to the stability of the region and beyond. Nevertheless, ways and means must be found urgently to address the urgent humanitarian needs of the people of Afghanistan. (Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.)

Two months of Taliban 2.0: Challenges and threats

Seven terrorists have been killed in five major operations across the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir in last 24 hours. Yesterday, five Indian army soldiers including a JCO were killed in a gunfight in the Shahdara area near the boundary of Poonch-Rajouri districts yesterday.&nbsp;

In two operations in South Kashmir's Shopian district, 5 terrorists were killed by security forces in a joint operation. Earlier, Two terrorists were killed in two different operations in Anantnag and Bandipora districts.&nbsp;

"Two unidentified terrorists have been killed. Search operation is going on," said Vijay Kumar, Inspector General of Kashmir.

"Three terrorists of LeT (TRF) were killed another operation in Shopian. Out of the three terrorists who were killed, one has been identified as Mukhtar Shah of Ganderbal, who shifted to Shopian after killing a street hawker named Virendra Paswan who was from Bihar. Incriminating materials including arms &amp; ammunition have been recovered," he added.

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The security forces have intensified search operations across the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. This comes after the 7 civilians were killed in the Kashmir valley in 7 incidents recently.&nbsp;

"Over 500 people have been detained by security forces in connection to the recent civilian killings. Raids and search operations across the valley continue," say sources.

The operation that started yesterday in the Poonch district and later spread to Rajouri district still continues after 24 hours. Five soldiers were killed in the gunfight in the same operation yesterday.&nbsp;

"During the conduct of the operation, terrorists brought down a heavy volume of fire on army troops leading to fatal injuries to one JCO and four soldiers. The gallant JCO and soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty are: Nb Subedar Jaswinder Singh, SM Nk Mandeep Singh, Sep Gajjan Singh, Sep Saraj Singh and Sep Vaisakh H.'' said Lt Col Devender Anand, PRO Defence.&nbsp;

The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has been put on high security alert.&nbsp;

Seven terrorists have been killed in five major operations across the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir in last 24 hours. Yesterday, five Indian army soldiers including a JCO were killed in a gunfight in the Shahdara area near the boundary of Poonch-Rajouri districts yesterday.

Seven terrorists have been killed in five major operations across the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir in last 24 hours. Yesterday, five Indian army soldiers including a JCO were killed in a gunfight in the Shahdara area near the boundary of Poonch-Rajouri districts yesterday. In two operations in South Kashmir's Shopian district, 5 terrorists were killed by security forces in a joint operation. Earlier, Two terrorists were killed in two different operations in Anantnag and Bandipora districts. "Two unidentified terrorists have been killed. Search operation is going on," said Vijay Kumar, Inspector General of Kashmir. "Three terrorists of LeT (TRF) were killed another operation in Shopian. Out of the three terrorists who were killed, one has been identified as Mukhtar Shah of Ganderbal, who shifted to Shopian after killing a street hawker named Virendra Paswan who was from Bihar. Incriminating materials including arms & ammunition have been recovered," he added. Also Read | Indian Police arrest suspected Pakistani terrorist; AK-47 recovered The security forces have intensified search operations across the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. This comes after the 7 civilians were killed in the Kashmir valley in 7 incidents recently. "Over 500 people have been detained by security forces in connection to the recent civilian killings. Raids and search operations across the valley continue," say sources. The operation that started yesterday in the Poonch district and later spread to Rajouri district still continues after 24 hours. Five soldiers were killed in the gunfight in the same operation yesterday. "During the conduct of the operation, terrorists brought down a heavy volume of fire on army troops leading to fatal injuries to one JCO and four soldiers. The gallant JCO and soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty are: Nb Subedar Jaswinder Singh, SM Nk Mandeep Singh, Sep Gajjan Singh, Sep Saraj Singh and Sep Vaisakh H.'' said Lt Col Devender Anand, PRO Defence. The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has been put on high security alert.

Jammu and Kashmir: Seven terrorists killed in five operations in 24 hours

Two civilians were shot dead by terrorists in Srinagar. The incident happened just days after the killing of 3 people raising fears of terror resurgence in the valley.

Jammu & Kashmir: Two civilians shot dead by terrorists in Srinagar

Two Government school teachers, including a woman, were shot dead by militants in Srinagar. This comes days after three people, were killed in a series of attacks by suspected militants in Jammu & Kashmir.

Jammu & Kashmir: Two teachers shot dead inside a Srinagar school

The recent targeted killing of civilians, particularly members of the Kashmir Valley's minority communities, by terrorists is aimed at creating an atmosphere of fear and damaging the age-old communal harmony, Jammu and Kashmir Police chief Dilbag Singh said on Thursday.

"The incidents of targeting civilians in Kashmir since a few days are barbaric. Innocent people who are working for the society and have nothing to do with anyone are being targeted. This is an attempt to create an atmosphere of fear and to give it a communal colour so as to damage the communal harmony in Kashmir," he said.

The Director General of Police (DGP) was talking to reporters at the Government Boys Higher Secondary School at Sangam, Eidgah, here where two teachers were shot dead by terrorists earlier in the day.

The killing of the teachers took the number of civilians killed in the Kashmir Valley in the last five days to seven, including four from the valley's minority communities.

Six of those were killed in the city.

Singh said the people who are targeting humanity, brotherhood and the local ethos and values will be unmasked soon.

"We regret the back-to-back attacks in which civilians have been killed. We are working on the previous cases and the Srinagar police has got many clues and we will soon get the people behind such terror and barbaric attacks.....I am sure the police will be able to unmask them soon," he said.

Asserting that the attacks were an attempt to defame the Muslim community of Kashmir, Singh said that the terrorists are "acting on the directions of Pakistan" to put hurdles in the way of peace in the valley.

"This is an attempt to defame local Muslims of Kashmir. It is a conspiracy to target those who have come here to earn their bread and butter. It is a conspiracy to damage the age-old tradition of communal harmony and brotherhood in Kashmir."

"Terrorists are terrorists and they are acting on the directions of the agencies across (the border) in Pakistan so that Kashmir is kept disturbed and hurdles are put in the way of peace in Kashmir. I am hopeful that people in Kashmir will not let this conspiracy succeed. We will work together and defeat their purpose, " he said.

The militant attack on the teachers, including a woman, took place around 11.15 am.

The deceased have been identified as Supinder Kour, a resident of Alochi Bagh area of the city here, and Deepak Chand, a resident of Jammu.

They were working as teachers at Government Boys School, Sangam.

On Tuesday, three civilians including Makhan Lal Bindroo, the owner of Srinagar's most famous pharmacy, were shot dead by terrorists within two hours in separate incidents in Srinagar and Bandipora districts of Jammu and Kashmir.

On Saturday, terrorists shot dead Majid Ahmad Gojri, a resident of Chattabal Srinagar, at Karan Nagar.

Later that night, another civilian Mohammad Shafi Dar, resident of Batamaloo, was shot at and injured at SD Colony Batamaloo.

He succumbed to injuries a few hours later.

The recent targeted killing of civilians, particularly members of the Kashmir Valley's minority communities, by terrorists is aimed at creating an atmosphere of fear and damaging the age-old communal harmony, Jammu and Kashmir Police chief Dilbag Singh said on Thursday.

The recent targeted killing of civilians, particularly members of the Kashmir Valley's minority communities, by terrorists is aimed at creating an atmosphere of fear and damaging the age-old communal harmony, Jammu and Kashmir Police chief Dilbag Singh said on Thursday. "The incidents of targeting civilians in Kashmir since a few days are barbaric. Innocent people who are working for the society and have nothing to do with anyone are being targeted. This is an attempt to create an atmosphere of fear and to give it a communal colour so as to damage the communal harmony in Kashmir," he said. The Director General of Police (DGP) was talking to reporters at the Government Boys Higher Secondary School at Sangam, Eidgah, here where two teachers were shot dead by terrorists earlier in the day. The killing of the teachers took the number of civilians killed in the Kashmir Valley in the last five days to seven, including four from the valley's minority communities. Six of those were killed in the city. Singh said the people who are targeting humanity, brotherhood and the local ethos and values will be unmasked soon. "We regret the back-to-back attacks in which civilians have been killed. We are working on the previous cases and the Srinagar police has got many clues and we will soon get the people behind such terror and barbaric attacks.....I am sure the police will be able to unmask them soon," he said. Asserting that the attacks were an attempt to defame the Muslim community of Kashmir, Singh said that the terrorists are "acting on the directions of Pakistan" to put hurdles in the way of peace in the valley. "This is an attempt to defame local Muslims of Kashmir. It is a conspiracy to target those who have come here to earn their bread and butter. It is a conspiracy to damage the age-old tradition of communal harmony and brotherhood in Kashmir." "Terrorists are terrorists and they are acting on the directions of the agencies across (the border) in Pakistan so that Kashmir is kept disturbed and hurdles are put in the way of peace in Kashmir. I am hopeful that people in Kashmir will not let this conspiracy succeed. We will work together and defeat their purpose, " he said. The militant attack on the teachers, including a woman, took place around 11.15 am. The deceased have been identified as Supinder Kour, a resident of Alochi Bagh area of the city here, and Deepak Chand, a resident of Jammu. They were working as teachers at Government Boys School, Sangam. On Tuesday, three civilians including Makhan Lal Bindroo, the owner of Srinagar's most famous pharmacy, were shot dead by terrorists within two hours in separate incidents in Srinagar and Bandipora districts of Jammu and Kashmir. On Saturday, terrorists shot dead Majid Ahmad Gojri, a resident of Chattabal Srinagar, at Karan Nagar. Later that night, another civilian Mohammad Shafi Dar, resident of Batamaloo, was shot at and injured at SD Colony Batamaloo. He succumbed to injuries a few hours later.

Terrorists target civilians in order to spread fear and undermine communal harmony: J&K DGP

In Jammu & Kashmir, three civilians were gunned down on Tuesday by terrorists in separate incidents, all within a span of an hour.

Jammu & Kashmir: 3 civilians dead in 3 different terror attacks in an hour

Security has been put on high alert after three civilians were shot dead by terrorists in three separate terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday.

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With the arrest of a&nbsp;terrorist from Pakistan, the country’s blatant role in supporting terrorism for its nefarious gains against neighbouring nations has again come to light. &nbsp;

At several forums, numerous Indian leaders and diplomats have been reiterating the same for years. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Several leaders from Afghanistan before the takeover by Taliban had also voiced their concern about Pakistan’s support to the group’s terrorists in Afghanistan. The most vocal of the lot was former Afghanistan vice president Amrullah Saleh. Scores of top Afghan Taliban leaders were seen hiding in Pakistan. And Pakistan also played a crucial role in Taliban’s win in the war-torn country. &nbsp;

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For decades, Pakistan has also been allegedly aiding terrorists to fulfill its evil objectives against India too. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Be it the 'Bleed India with a Thousand Cuts' or ‘Operation Tupac’, the Pakistan has been making concerted efforts to wage covert war against India using insurgents at multiple locations. &nbsp;&nbsp;

The country through its intelligence agency Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) has been making plans for taking revenge for incurring losses in the Indo-Pak wars and humiliation during the liberation of East Pakistan, which is now Bangladesh. &nbsp;

The Pakistan seems to have tried several ways to put India down for many decades. These methods include cross-border terrorism, plane hijacks, bomb blasts, etc. &nbsp;

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The striking revelations were also made by captured terrorists, such as Lashkar-e-Taiba member Ajmal Kasab, who took part in the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks. &nbsp;&nbsp;

According to the latest Congressional report on terrorism, Pakistan is home to at least 12 groups designated as 'foreign terrorist organisations' by the US, including five of them being India-centric like the Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed. &nbsp;

Pakistan has been supporting these terror groups for years. Several camps have also been established across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir for training of the terrorists. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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Most of them are usually lured for monetary gains or brainwashed with fanatic ideologies. &nbsp;

And now, the country is also facing the brunt of this measure as the Pakistan Army has been on the target of several terror groups like Pakistan Taliban and Balochistan Liberation Army. &nbsp;

While addressing the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi also targeted Pakistan without mentioning its name by saying that countries with "regressive thinking" that are using terrorism as a "political tool" need to understand that terrorism is an equally big threat for them. &nbsp;&nbsp;

But the real question is that will the Pakistan learn from these experiences and mend its ways to ensure its own growth and success. Only time will tell. &nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

With the arrest of a terrorist from Pakistan, the country’s blatant role in supporting terrorism for its nefarious gains against neighbouring nations has again come to light.

With the arrest of a terrorist from Pakistan, the country’s blatant role in supporting terrorism for its nefarious gains against neighbouring nations has again come to light. At several forums, numerous Indian leaders and diplomats have been reiterating the same for years. Several leaders from Afghanistan before the takeover by Taliban had also voiced their concern about Pakistan’s support to the group’s terrorists in Afghanistan. The most vocal of the lot was former Afghanistan vice president Amrullah Saleh. Scores of top Afghan Taliban leaders were seen hiding in Pakistan. And Pakistan also played a crucial role in Taliban’s win in the war-torn country. × For decades, Pakistan has also been allegedly aiding terrorists to fulfill its evil objectives against India too. Be it the 'Bleed India with a Thousand Cuts' or ‘Operation Tupac’, the Pakistan has been making concerted efforts to wage covert war against India using insurgents at multiple locations. The country through its intelligence agency Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) has been making plans for taking revenge for incurring losses in the Indo-Pak wars and humiliation during the liberation of East Pakistan, which is now Bangladesh. The Pakistan seems to have tried several ways to put India down for many decades. These methods include cross-border terrorism, plane hijacks, bomb blasts, etc. Also Read: Pakistan: Statue of Mohammad Ali Jinnah destroyed in blast in Balochistan The striking revelations were also made by captured terrorists, such as Lashkar-e-Taiba member Ajmal Kasab, who took part in the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks. According to the latest Congressional report on terrorism, Pakistan is home to at least 12 groups designated as 'foreign terrorist organisations' by the US, including five of them being India-centric like the Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed. Pakistan has been supporting these terror groups for years. Several camps have also been established across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir for training of the terrorists. Also Read: 35 attacks in August: Taliban victory in Afghanistan fuels terrorism in Pak Most of them are usually lured for monetary gains or brainwashed with fanatic ideologies. And now, the country is also facing the brunt of this measure as the Pakistan Army has been on the target of several terror groups like Pakistan Taliban and Balochistan Liberation Army. While addressing the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi also targeted Pakistan without mentioning its name by saying that countries with "regressive thinking" that are using terrorism as a "political tool" need to understand that terrorism is an equally big threat for them. But the real question is that will the Pakistan learn from these experiences and mend its ways to ensure its own growth and success. Only time will tell. (With inputs from agencies)

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