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LeT terror associate along with arms, ammunition held in Baramulla: Police

2024-04-28

LeT terror associate along with arms, ammunition held in Baramulla: Police@KashmirPolice @BaramullaPolice https://t.co/YEgVr9wUEy
— Greater Kashmir (@GreaterKashmir) April 25, 2024

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Sopore encounter: Two terrorists killed, operation on

2024-04-28

#Sopore encounter: Two terrorists killed, operation on https://t.co/uq25WmUZZN
— Greater Kashmir (@GreaterKashmir) April 26, 2024

Two terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Nowpora area of Sopore in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district on Friday.

A top police officer told Srinagar Based news agency Kashmir Scroll said that two terrorists have been killed by security forces in Nowpora Sopore, whose identity is yet to be ascertained.

The encounter broke out on Thursday afternoon after a joint team of Police, Army and CRPF launched a cordon and search operation in Nowpora. He said two soldiers and a civilian, identified as Farooq Ahmad Dar (35) were injured in the gunfight.

As the joint team of forces intensified searches towards the suspected spot, the hiding terrorists fired upon the forces triggering off a gunfight.

Meanwhile, ADC Sopore said that all classwork will remain suspended in all educational institutions in the area as a "precautionary measure".

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Top JeM comdr, aide killed

2024-04-27

[Daily Excelsior] Top Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) commander and his aide were killed in Sopore area of Baramulla district in an overnight gun battle.

The duo has been identified as Abu Maaz, who was a top JeM commander and his aide Faraz alias Saifullah. Both of them were Pak nationals.

Inspector General of Police Kashmir, VK Bhirdi told reporters that operation against the duo was launched on a tip off by the police and Army.

"Last night, the police and local unit of the Territorial Army received a tip-off about the presence of bad boyin the area. While searching the area, gunnies opened fire, initiating the operation. The operation continued throughout the night until this afternoon, resulting in the neutralization of two bad boys. Arms and incriminating material were recovered from them," he said.

He said that the operation is a prime example of the coordination between the CRPF, Army, and police. "During such operations, police prioritize evacuating civilians to ensure their safety and proceed with proper protocol thereafter," he added.

"We always appeal to the public to stay away from the operation site for their safety. Whenever police assistance is needed, they are always at the forefront. This success underscores the police’s ongoing efforts in countering bad boy
He said the successful operation reflects the alertness of security forces ahead of the Lok Sabha polls in Kashmir. "We are committed to provide a safe and secure environment for Lok Sabha polls," he added.

The operation was launched last evening by 22 RR of the Army, Sopore Police and 179 Battalion of CRPF. The gun battle continued during the night and in the morning two dead bodies were recovered.

A civilian identified as Farooq Ahmad Dar was injured last evening in the encounter. "He received a bullet wound in his right shoulder and is currently being treated in a nearby Hospital. His condition is said to be stable," an official said.

Three security force personnel were also injured in the gun battle and their condition is stated to be stable.

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First infiltration bid of 2024 foiled 2 terrorists killed in Uri, North Kashmir

2024-04-11

I wondered why nothing seemed to be happening over Christmas…

[GreaterKashmir] Srinagar, Apr 5: Army successfully foiled an infiltration attempt by turbans in the Sabura Nala area of Uri in north Kashmir
Kashmir

Infiltration activities typically decrease during the winter season due to harsh weather conditions, with a resurgence expected as the snow begins to melt and passes open up.

The infiltrators were challenged by the Indian Army, leading to a fierce shootout in which two bad boyz were potted.

Their identities have not yet been ascertained, and the operation is still underway in the area to ensure the elimination of any remaining threat.

This incident marks the first infiltration attempt from across the Line of Control (LoC) in Kashmir this year.

Infiltration activities typically decrease during the winter season due to harsh weather conditions, with a resurgence expected as the snow begins to melt and passes open up.

General Officer Commanding (GoC) of 15 Corps, Rajiv Ghai, recently visited the LoC to assess the operational preparedness of the Army. During his visit, he interacted with artillery units and emphasised the importance of maintaining a high state of operational readiness and morale to tackle future challenges effectively.

The timing of this infiltration attempt is crucial, as it comes ahead of the Lok Sabha
...After the Libyan Civil War, Sabha grew in importance as a slave auctioning town. However, an investigation by the National Commission for Human Rights in Libya (NCHRL) revealed that while there was illegal slavery, reports were exaggerated, as slave auctions were rare and not made public. This was a great comfort to everyone but the slaves peddled in secret. The city was later seized by forces loyal to the Libyan National Army (LNA) and its leader Khalifa Haftar in January 2019, probably for its collection of MiG-25 aircraft....
elections, during which turbans often target political workers and leaders in J&K to disrupt the democratic process.

Foiled infiltration bid in Baramulla points to Pakistan’s desperation ahead of LS polls: Army

[GreaterKashmir] Apr 6: The thwarted attempt of infiltration in which two bad boyz were potted on Friday is seen as a desperate move by Pakistain to fuel unrest in Kashmir
Kashmir

...a disputed territory lying between India and Pakistain. After partition, the Paks grabbed half of it and call it Azad (Free) Kashmir. The remainder they refer to as "Indian Occupied Kashmir". They have fought four wars with India over it, the score currently 4-0 in New Delhi's favor. After 72 years of this nonsense, India cut the Gordian knot in 2019, removing the area's special status, breaking off Ladakh as a separate state, and allowing people from other areas to settle (or in the case of the Pandits, to resettle) there....
ahead of the Lok Sabha
...After the Libyan Civil War, Sabha grew in importance as a slave auctioning town. However, an investigation by the National Commission for Human Rights in Libya (NCHRL) revealed that while there was illegal slavery, reports were exaggerated, as slave auctions were rare and not made public. This was a great comfort to everyone but the slaves peddled in secret. The city was later seized by forces loyal to the Libyan National Army (LNA) and its leader Khalifa Haftar in January 2019, probably for its collection of MiG-25 aircraft....
elections.

The Army said that intermittent fire was also exchanged from Pak forward posts in the vicinity of the Line of Control (LoC) during the counter-infiltration operation.

The successful foiling of the infiltration bid was the result of a joint operation led by the Army, which had received numerous intelligence inputs indicating plans of terrorist groups to infiltrate across the LoC in the Uri sector.

Based on these inputs, the counter-infiltration grid was reviewed and strengthened.

According to the Army’s statement, their ambushes detected a group of hard boyz moving towards the LoC in the early hours of Friday.

The security forces tracked their movement and established contact, leading to a heavy exchange of fire.

The operation resulted in the killing of two hard boyz and the recovery of two AK rifles, three magazines, four hand grenades, and ammunition, among other war-like stores.

The Army emphasised that this infiltration bid by hard boyz highlights Pakistain’s desperation to disrupt peace in Kashmir, especially at a time when Lok Sabha elections are scheduled and the democratic process is underway.

The operation’s success was attributed to the synergy between various security and intelligence agencies committed to ensuring peace and tranquillity in Kashmir.

Oooooohhhh, synergy. Such a s3xy word, and all the rage in managerial circles these days…or at least some years back when I paid attention to such things.

The Baramulla Lok Sabha constituency, where the incident took place, is slated to go to polls on May 20 in the fifth phase of the Lok Sabha elections.

It is considered one of the most sensitive constituencies due to its proximity to Pakistain-Indian Kashmire (PoK), encompassing three districts of Kupwara, Bandipora, and Baramulla, all sharing a border with PoK.

The incident underscores the ongoing challenges faced by security forces in the region and the continued efforts of anti-India elements to disrupt peace in Kashmir.

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J&K: Retired Senior Cop Fatally Shot By Terrorists In Baramulla Mosque Attack

2023-12-27

[OneIndia] A retired senior police officer of the Jammu and Kashmir
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India-Pakistan

NIA raids 8 places in Jammu and Kashmir in terror funding case

2023-12-17

December 5
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Woman among four arrested in north Kashmir’s Bandipora: police

2023-12-17

Dec 12
[GreaterKashmir
Kashmir

All good Moslem names, which is suggestive.

However,
a lie repeated often enough remains a lie...
police didn’t reveal the name of the arrested woman.

The front man said a case has been registered at Police Station Bandipora under relevant sections of law and an investigation taken up.

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Police attach property of LeT terror associate

2023-12-17

Dec 6
[GreaterKashmir
Kashmir

...a disputed territory lying between India and Pakistain. After partition, the Paks grabbed half of it and call it Azad (Free) Kashmir. The remainder they refer to as "Indian Occupied Kashmir". They have fought four wars with India over it, the score currently 4-0 in New Delhi's favor. After 72 years of this nonsense, India cut the Gordian knot in 2019, removing the area's special status, breaking off Ladakh as a separate state, and allowing people from other areas to settle (or in the case of the Pandits, to resettle) there....
] Police in Bandipora attached a 14-marla residential land at Ashtengoo Bandipora belonging to the family of a "terror associate" of Lashkar-e-Taiba
...the Army of the Pure, an Ahl-e-Hadith terror organization founded by Hafiz Saeed. LeT masquerades behind the Jamaat-ud-Dawa facade within Pakistain and periodically blows things up and kills people in India. Despite the fact that it is banned, always an interesting concept in Pakistain, the organization remains an blatant tool and perhaps an arm of the ISI...
(LeT), under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) in north Kashmir’s Bandipora district on Wednesday.

A statement of J&K Police issued here said that the land, registered in the name of Mukhtar Bhat, the father of the accused Irfan Ahmad Bhat, was identified as "proceeds of terrorism" in a case filed against him in 2022, the Police said in a notice sent to the accused.

They said that the case pertains to the recovery of explosives and other incriminating material from his possession under case FIR No 43/2022 under sections 23 UA(P) Act, 04 and Explosive Substance Act of Police Station Bandipora.

The Police said that the land had been put under restrictions and could not be transferred, leased out, disposed of, or changed in any way without the prior permission of the designated authority.

The statement said that any violation of this order would attract penal provisions of law, they warned.

The Police also said that Irfan’s brother had exfiltrated to Pakistain in 2000 and was suspected to be involved in terrorist activities.

The Police also tweeted about the action on Wednesday, saying: "Bandipora Police has attached 14 Marla of residential land at Ashtengoo Bandipora in case FIR No 43/2022. The land had been identified as proceeds of terrorism and was attached under the UAPA. The land belongs to the family of a terror associate of LeT, Irfan Ahmad Bhat. His brother had also exfiltrated to Pakistain in 2000."

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Despite winter setting in, no reduction in infiltration attempts along LoC: Army

2023-11-21

[GreaterKashmir
Kashmir

...a disputed territory lying between India and Pakistain. After partition, the Paks grabbed half of it and call it Azad (Free) Kashmir. The remainder they refer to as "Indian Occupied Kashmir". They have fought four wars with India over it, the score currently 4-0 in New Delhi's favor. After 72 years of this nonsense, India cut the Gordian knot in 2019, removing the area's special status, breaking off Ladakh as a separate state, and allowing people from other areas to settle (or in the case of the Pandits, to resettle) there....
e] The Indian Army on Thursday said despite winter setting in, there was no reduction in infiltration attempts made by the forces of Evil across the Line of Control (LoC) in Uri sector of Baramulla district.

Col Raghav Commanding Officer 8RR was briefing media persons about operation Kali wherein a major infiltration bid was foiled along LoC on November 15.

The Army officer said that Operation Kaali, a joint effort between the Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police, successfully thwarted an infiltration bid in the Uri sector along the Line of Control (LoC) on November 15.

"This operation led to significant casualties among forces of Evil and the recovery of various warlike supplies," the Army Officer said.

He said that Operation Kaali was initiated based on intelligence from our sources and the Srinagar bureau. Upon receiving intelligence, the Indian Army strengthened its counter-infiltration and surveillance grids in the area.

"Joint operation parties were deployed, and in the early hours of November 15, our surveillance tracked the movement of forces of Evil across the LoC," he said

The Army Officer said that upon infiltrating, the forces of Evil were engaged, leading to a exchange of gunfire.

"Following the exchange, a detailed search of the area revealed numerous terrorist casualties, though the exact number remains unconfirmed due to the proximity to the LoC," he said.

The officer said two bodies were recovered, along with warlike stores, including AK series rifles, two pistols, few Chinese grenades, ammunition, medical supplies, eatables, Pak currency, and identification papers.

"A significant outcome of the operation was the elimination of Bashir Ahmad Malik and his ~~lover~~ companion Ahmad Gani Sheikh," he said.

He said Malik, a prominent figure in cross-border terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir, served as a launch commander aiding infiltrations for the past three decades.

"He played a key role in facilitating infiltrations across the LoC, resulting in the loss of numerous Indian lives, including those of the armed forces. Malik’s demise deals a severe blow to the terror infrastructure operating across the LoC," he said.

He said the recent incident shows the desperation of forces of Evil to infiltrate to this side despite winter season setting in.

"But Indian Army is well prepared to foil all their attempts," he said.

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Three Moslem Minors Apprehended in Stone Pelting Incident, Eight Women Injured

2023-11-21

[OneIndia] Three minors were apprehended in connection with a stone pelting incident in which eight women suffered injuries when they were on their way for a prayer ceremony in Nuh,

...a town in Haryana state, south of India’s Punjab state...

police said on Saturday.

One of them, a nine-year-old, was released on bail after he was produced before the child welfare committee while two others, both aged 12 years, were sent to a correction home after being produced before the juvenile justice board, they said.

At least eight women suffered injuries after some unidentified persons hurled stones at them allegedly from a mosque and madrasa in Nuh on Thursday night.

A senior police officer Saturday said the case is being investigated thoroughly but no role of any other has come to the fore yet.

Police on Friday registered an FIR against unidentified persons in connection with this incident.

Three minors were questioned by the police in the presence of their parents and later apprehended.

On the other hand, the Madrasa authorities claimed that children were playing with slippers and pebbles on the roof when a few accidentally hit the procession.

In a presser on Friday, Pawan Kumar, state president of VHP said that they want strict action against the miscreants. The incident of stone pelting in Nuh has raised concerns about the safety of women and religious freedom in the area. The police have assured that the case is being investigated thoroughly and action will be taken against anyone found guilty.

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Infiltration bid foiled along LoC in Uri, 2 terrorists killed

2023-10-25

Infiltration bid foiled along LoC in Uri, 2 terrorists killed https://t.co/opKPkQZv9J
— Greater Kashmir (@GreaterKashmir) October 23, 2023

[GreaterKashmir
Kashmir

...a disputed territory lying between India and Pakistain. After partition, the Paks grabbed half of it and call it Azad (Free) Kashmir. The remainder they refer to as "Indian Occupied Kashmir". They have fought four wars with India over it, the score currently 4-0 in New Delhi's favor. After 72 years of this nonsense, India cut the Gordian knot in 2019, removing the area's special status, breaking off Ladakh as a separate state, and allowing people from other areas to settle (or in the case of the Pandits, to resettle) there....
] An infiltration bid made by holy warriors along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Uri sector of north Kashmir’s Baramulla district was foiled and two bad boyz were potted.

The Srinagar-based defence front man said that based on specific intelligence inputs from various agencies, including Jammu and Kashmir Police, security forces were alerted to the likelihood of a major infiltration attempt in the Uri sector.

"This involved a group of heavily armed holy warriors attempting to cross the LoC," he said.

The spokesperson said that taking advantage of the inclement weather, characterised by incessant rainfall and poor visibility, the holy warriors made their move.

"At approximately 3 pm on October 21, the alert troops intercepted the group, leading to a fierce exchange of gunfire. The intense firefight continued until nightfall, resulting in the killing of two holy warriors while the remaining holy warriors withdrew to the other side of the LoC, carrying the bodies of the dead terrorists," the front man said.

He said that the area remained under constant surveillance throughout the night.

"On the following day, a thorough search of the incident site was conducted, which revealed significant evidence and the recovery of a cache of heavy weaponry, including two AK series rifles, six pistols, four Chinese grenades, blankets, and two blood-stained bags containing Pak and Indian currency notes, Pak medicines, and food items," the front man said.

He said that the recovery of two blood-stained bags indicates that at least two holy warriors were seriously injured, compelling them to abandon their supplies and retreat across the LoC.

"Due to challenging weather conditions, the search operation had to be temporarily suspended and will resume when conditions improve," the front man said.

With the successful thwarting of the latest infiltration bid by foreign terrorists, the tally of infiltration attempts foiled along the LoC in north Kashmir over the last five months now stands at six.

The security forces have thwarted six infiltration attempts along the LoC in the north Kashmir districts over the last five months.

As per the official data, these operations have resulted in the killing of 14 foreign holy warriors including the killing of two holy warriors on October 21, who were attempting to infiltrate on to this side of the LoC.

As per the official data, three infiltration bids were foiled in June.

Two bad boyz were potted in the Machil, Kupwara operation on June 13 followed by the killing of five foreign holy warriors in the Jumagund, Kupwara operation on June 16.

Also, four bad boyz were potted in the Kala Jungle, Machil operation on June 23.

On July 19, two Pak bad boyz were potted in a Machil operation while an intruder was rubbed out in the Tangdhar sector of Kupwara on August 6.

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Pro-Khalistan Outfit SFJ's Gurpatwant Singh Pannun 'Wants To Divide India, Create Many Countries': Report

2023-09-26

[OneIndia] Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a Khalistani hard boy based in Canada, have a goal of partitioning India into multiple nations, according to a dossier from the Delhi Police Special Cell.

The dossier discloses that Pannun's primary objective, through his organization Sikh for Justice (SFJ), is to fragment India and establish a distinct Moslem state known as the 'democratic republic of Urduistan,' with the intention of separating Kashmir
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