Tag: Jammu and Kashmir

In a heart-wrenching incident, ten individuals lost their lives, including eight residents from Bihar, after an SUV veered off the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway and plummeted into a gorge in Ramban district. The unfortunate event occurred at the Battery Cheshma area of the district, leaving a trail of devastation and sorrow.

Jammu and Kashmir witnessed a spell of rain and snowfall on Friday, impacting both the plains and mountainous regions of the region. The inclement weather conditions temporarily disrupted traffic movement on the Srinagar-Jammu national highway, necessitating caution due to shooting stones.

In a tragic incident, a Russian skier lost his life while seven others from the same group were hit by a massive avalanche in Gulmarg, a prominent ski resort town in Jammu and Kashmir. The avalanche struck the upper reaches of Gulmarg, near the Kongdoori slopes, earlier today. Fortunately, six of the skiers have been successfully rescued from the treacherous conditions.

In a disturbing incident, a resident of Punjab fell victim to terrorist violence in the heart of Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. Amritpal Singh, hailing from Amritsar, was fatally shot by terrorists in the Shaheed Gunj area on Wednesday evening, according to police reports. The attack also left another individual critically wounded.

In a meteorological shift, Jammu and Kashmir witnessed fresh snowfall and widespread rainfall on Wednesday, causing a drop in day temperatures across the region. The Meteorological department (MeT) reported that the precipitation affected various areas, with light snowfall occurring in higher reaches, including Gulmarg in north Kashmir, Sonamarg in central Kashmir, and Anantnag in south Kashmir.

Gulmarg, the picturesque jewel of Jammu and Kashmir, embraced a breathtaking winter spectacle following a fresh blanket of snowfall, casting the landscape into a mesmerizing winter wonderland that captivated tourists.

A devastating accident in the Thandikassi area of Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir claimed the life of a 21-year-old student and left 24 others injured. The incident occurred when a minibus, en route from Manjakote to Rajouri, collided with two cars near the Radha Soami Satsang Ashram before overturning.

Security forces in Kashmir neutralize five Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists in a major encounter in Kulgam district. The operation, involving multiple attacks and targeting minorities, highlights the forces' success in combating terrorism. The article details the joint efforts of various security units and recent anti-insurgency operations in the region.

A tragic bus accident in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda claims 36 lives and leaves 19 injured. President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi express condolences, with compensation announced for the affected families.

In a recent escalation of border tensions, Pakistani troops opened unprovoked fire and mortar shelling in the Arnia sector of Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in injuries to three individuals, including a Border Security Force (BSF) jawan. This incident marks the most significant ceasefire violation along the India-Pakistan border since the ceasefire understanding in February 2021.

In a successful counter-infiltration operation in Jammu and Kashmir, five Lashkar-e-Toiba terrorists were eliminated. The encounter, which took place in the Machil sector of Kupwara district, marks the increased involvement of the police in such operations and highlights the persistent threat of foreign terrorists in the region.

A seven-day-long anti-terror operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Gadol forest concludes with the killing of a local Lashkar terrorist. The operation, one of the longest in recent memory, resulted in casualties among security personnel and extensive efforts to secure the area.

In a joint operation, the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and intelligence agencies successfully foiled an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Uri sector, leading to the death of three terrorists. The operation was met with cross-border firing by Pakistani forces, resulting in a violation of the LoC ceasefire agreement.

A tragic encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district resulted in the loss of two decorated army officers and a deputy superintendent of police. The incident disrupted the relative calm in the valley, raising concerns amid a declining trend in terror attacks.