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Pahalgam Terror Attack Live Updates: India Bans 16 Pakistani Channels For Spreading Misinformation

2025-04-29

[OneIndi] Apr 28, 2025, 9:33 PM IST
Amid tensions with India, Turkiye has decided not to send weapons to Pakistan. This move shows International support to India in the fight against terrorism and countries supporting terrorism.

Apr 28, 2025, 8:36 PM IST
Jammu and Kashmir

A new video of Pahalgam terrorist attack has emerged on the internet showing chaos and people running away to save their lives.

🚨 Another horrific footage surfaces from the Pahalgam terrorist attack.

A man from Ahmedabad recorded it unknowingly — unaware of the tragedy unfolding before his eyes 💔

— Avenge Pahalgam. pic.twitter.com/tgZAhPC7PZ

— Megh Updates 🚨™ (@MeghUpdates) April 28, 2025

Farooq Abdullah Slams Pakistan, Vows Strong Response Against Terror

JKNC Chief Farooq Abdullah said he once supported talks with Pakistan but questioned justice for terror victims now. He emphasized that Pakistan has "murdered humanity" and rejected any notion of Kashmir siding with Pakistan. Abdullah asserted that India, united across religions, will give a strong response.

#WATCH | Jammu | #PahalgamTerroristAttack | JKNC Chief Farooq Abdullah says, "I used to favour dialogue with Pakistan every time...How will we answer those who lost their loved ones? Are we doing justice? Not Balakot, today the nation wants such action to be taken so that these… pic.twitter.com/YlRzAGUspO

— ANI (@ANI) April 28, 2025

Apr 28, 2025, 3:10 PM IST
Omar Abdullah Refuses to Seek Statehood After Pahalgam Terror Attack

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said he would not demand statehood in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people, calling it inappropriate to politicize the tragedy. Addressing the Assembly, he expressed deep sorrow and apologized to the victims' families while condemning the violence. The J&K Assembly passed a resolution condemning the attack, calling it an assault on "Kashmiriyat" and unity.

#PahalgamTerrorAttack | J&K CM Omar Abdullah says, "I will not use this moment to demand statehood. After Pahalgam, with what face can I ask for statehood for Jammu and Kashmir? Meri kya itni sasti siyasat hai? We have talked about statehood in the past and will do so in the… pic.twitter.com/kZqXSRxLmY

— ANI (@ANI) April 28, 2025

2 Hours Ago
NIA Probe Finds Terrorists Filmed Pahalgam Attack Using Body Cameras
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has unearthed disturbing information while investigating the April 22 terror incident in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Officials claim that the terrorists who committed the atrocity affixed body cameras on themselves in order to capture the entire event on tape.

4 Hours Ago
Security Forces Narrow In On Pahalgam Terrorists 'Four Times' In South
Kashmir Security forces have located the Pahalgam attackers "at least four times" at various locations over the past five days, coming "very close" to cornering them in the forests of South Kashmir - and, on one occasion, even exchanging fire with them, The Indian Express reported. Read More

5 Hours Ago
Pawar Says Centre Admitted To 'Security Lapses' In Pahalgam
NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar on Sunday said Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh had adopted a mature approach during the all party meeting to discuss the April 22 Pahalgam attack by acknowledging there was a shortcoming on the part of the government.

During the night of 27-28 April 2025, Pakistan Army posts initiated unprovoked small arms fire across the Line of Control in areas opposite Kupwara and Poonch districts. Indian troops responded swiftly and effectively: Indian Army

JAMMU AND KASHMIR
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has called one-day special session of Legislative Assembly on Monday to pay homage and discuss the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, which claimed 26 lives.

As many as 629 Indians, including 13 diplomats and officials, have returned from Pakistan through the international border crossing located in Punjab.

Speaking to Russian TV channel, Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif sought China and Russia's help in investigating of Pahalgam attack.

Terrorists and their backers carried out the Pahalgam attack to destroy Kashmir again as they did not like the return of peace and prosperity, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday and vowed the "harshest" response to the "perpetrators and conspirators"

At least 54 terrorists belonging to the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) have been killed while trying to infiltrate from Afghanistan into northwest Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the military's media wing said on Sunday.

Authorities here have demolished the houses of three alleged active terrorists in Bandipora, Pulwama and Shopian districts of Jammu and Kashmir as security forces continued their crackdown on the terror ecosystem following the Pahalgam terror attack. With this, nine houses of suspected terrorists and overground workers of terror outfits have been razed so far since the April 22 attack in the lush meadows of Baisaran that killed 26 people and left the nation grief-stricken and fuming.

Security Forces Narrow In On Pahalgam Terrorists 'Four Times' In South Kashmir
[OneIndia] Security forces have located the Pahalgam attackers "at least four times" at various locations over the past five days, coming "very close" to cornering them in the forests of South Kashmir - and, on one occasion, even exchanging fire with them, The Indian Express reported.

According to sources, the terrorists were tracked using information from local residents, intelligence inputs, and combing operations.

"It's a cat and mouse game. There have been instances where they have been visibly located. But by the time they could be engaged, they had escaped. The forests are extremely dense, making it difficult to pursue them even after spotting them. However, we are confident we will capture them; it is only a matter of days," an officer from the military establishment told the newspaper.

The Army, in coordination with Central Armed Police Forces and the Jammu and Kashmir Police, has been conducting cordon and search operations in the forests surrounding Pahalgam in pursuit of the four terrorists - including two from Pakistan - responsible for the killing of 26 people at Baisaran meadow on 21 April.

Sources indicated that the terrorists were first sighted near Hapat Nar village in Pahalgam tehsil, Anantnag, but managed to escape by exploiting the dense terrain.

Subsequently, they were reportedly spotted in the forests of Kulgam, where a brief exchange of fire occurred with security forces before they fled once more.

The group was later located near the Tral ridge and then in Kokernag, where they are currently believed to be operating.

Sources said the manhunt has been complicated by the terrorists' extreme caution in securing supplies.

"Typically, terrorists need to arrange for food, which often draws them to villages. At times, they use local contacts to bring supplies to them in the forests, generating human intelligence that gives security forces an opportunity to act. However, these individuals are operating with great care," said an officer.

"We are aware of an incident where they entered a house at dinner time, seized food, and fled. By the time security forces were alerted and arrived, significant time had passed, allowing the terrorists to escape," he added.

Another complication, sources mentioned, is the lighter snowfall in the Kishtwar range this season.

"This provides the terrorists with the opportunity to cross towards the Jammu side, where the forests are denser and the terrain more challenging. They have been using the Kishtwar range to manoeuvre, but we believe they are still within South Kashmir," the officer said.

"There is a 'front door' to the Kashmir side and a 'back door' leading towards Jammu. Recently, foreign terrorists have increasingly been infiltrating and operating via the Jammu side. Our counter-infiltration grid is not as robust there compared to North Kashmir," he noted.

Security forces remain optimistic that the terrorists will eventually make a mistake and be neutralised. For instance, sources revealed that the attackers took two mobile phones from the tourists they killed at Baisaran.

"It is anticipated that these phones may be used to establish communication locally or across the border. Our technical intelligence network is closely monitoring these devices for potential leads," they said.

Meanwhile, the counter-infiltration grid on both the Jammu and Kashmir sides has been strengthened, and border forces placed on high alert to prevent the terrorists from escaping across.

The Jammu and Kashmir Police are also interrogating suspected overground workers linked to terror outfits in South Kashmir to gather intelligence and ascertain whether additional individuals were involved in the attack.

The investigation is focusing on the logistical support the terrorists may have received in planning and executing the assault.

India Bans 16 Pakistani YouTube Channels For Spreading Misinformation After Pahalgam Terror Attack
[OneIndia] The blocked platforms include the YouTube channels of major news organisations such as Geo News, Dawn, Raftar, Bol News, ARY News, Samaa TV, and Suno News.

Additionally, the YouTube accounts of notable journalists including Muneeb Farooq, Umar Cheema, Asma Shirazi, and Irshad Bhatti were also banned.

Other affected channels include Uzair Cricket, The Pakistan Reference, Razi Naama, and Samaa Sports.

Collectively, these channels had amassed 63 million subscribers.

Government sources stated that the banned channels were circulating provocative and communally charged content, as well as false narratives and misinformation aimed at India, its armed forces, and security agencies.

Turkey Sends Combat Equipment To Pakistan Amid Rising India-Pakistan Tensions After Pahalgam Attack
[OneIndia] Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack, Turkey has shown its support for Islamabad by sending combat equipment. A Turkish Air Force C-130 Hercules military transport aircraft arrived in Karachi on Sunday, carrying military supplies.

Sources indicate that this move forms part of broader defence cooperation between the two nations. In addition to Karachi, up to six Turkish C-130 aircraft have reportedly landed at a military base in Islamabad, underlining Turkey's backing of Pakistan, particularly as Pakistan struggles to manage growing challenges along its international borders.

Both Turkish and Pakistani sources have confirmed the transfer of military cargo, although precise details of the shipments have not been disclosed. Significantly, Turkey is standing by Pakistan at a time of heightened regional instability, especially in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack and the renewed conflict between India and Pakistan over Kashmir.

Turkey's military assistance complements similar support from China, which has reportedly supplied drones to enhance Pakistan's defensive capabilities. This strategic collaboration underscores the strengthening defence ties among Turkey, Pakistan, and China. Analysts monitoring these developments suggest that these alliances are reshaping South Asia's geopolitical landscape, particularly as military activity across the region continues to intensify. For Pakistan, which is currently mobilising resources along its borders, the arrival of this military equipment is seen as crucial reinforcement amid mounting threats. Meanwhile, the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) has activated several key air bases - including Pensi, Skardu, and Swat - in response to rising regional tensions with India. Fighter jets including F-16s, J-10s, and JF-17s have been deployed at these bases, with combat air patrols (CAP) already underway. This initiative is part of the PAF's broader strategy to bolster its defensive capabilities and ensure swift response readiness. It is noteworthy that Skardu airbase has been upgraded to serve as a critical hub, supporting Pakistan's fighter aircraft in air defence operations, surveillance, and combat readiness.

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Pakistani Troops Violate Ceasefire For Fourth Night Amid Rising Tensions After Pahalgam Attack

2025-04-28

[OneIndia] Pakistani troops engaged in unprovoked firing, breaching the ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir for the fourth consecutive night, officials reported this morning.

"During the night of April 27-28, Pakistan Army posts initiated unprovoked small arms fire across the Line of Control in areas opposite Kupwara and Poonch districts," the Indian Army stated, adding that they responded "swiftly and effectively".

This marked the first instance of the Pakistan Army violating the ceasefire in the Poonch sector.

The exchange of fire between Indian and Pakistani forces followed the death of 26 individuals in a terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam last Tuesday.

Ties between India and Pakistan have deteriorated further after the involvement of a terror group linked to Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba came to light in the Pahalgam attack - the deadliest in Jammu and Kashmir since the Pulwama incident.

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'Terror attack on tourists in Indian-controlled Kashmir leaves at least 20 28 dead, reports say; TRF (Lashkar-e-Taiba) claims it

2025-04-23

[CBS] New Delhi — At least 20 tourists were killed and many others injured Tuesday when suspected militants opened fire on civilians in Indian-controlled Kashmir, according to reports on Indian and international media. Many outlets, including the French news agency AFP, cited unnamed security officials who put the death toll as high as 24, but there was no immediate confirmation on casualties from authorities.

Two senior police officers, who also spoke on condition of anonymity, told the Associated Press at least 20 bodies had been recovered after multiple gunmen fired at dozens of tourists from close range Tuesday. The officers said at least three dozen others were injured, with many in serious condition.

The attack took place in South Kashmir's Pahalgam area, a scenic destination dotted with meadows and glaciers that attracts hundreds of thousands of Indian and foreign tourists every summer. That tourist traffic has increased over the last year, as militant violence in the wider Kashmir region, which is disputed between India and neighboring Pakistan, has waned.

People injured in Tuesday's attack were taken to nearby hospitals. Police, army and paramilitary forces launched a search operation to find those responsible for the attack.

More from regnum.ru with an updated casualty toll
Terrorists shoot dead 28 tourists in India
At least 28 people were killed in a shooting in the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir in northern India. Terrorists opened fire on vacationing tourists on April 22, News18 TV channel reported, citing police sources.

"A senior intelligence source confirmed that 28 people, including foreign nationals, were killed and several were injured in the attack," the journalists noted.

According to eyewitnesses, two or three armed men in military uniform opened fire indiscriminately, causing fear and confusion among the vacationing tourists.

As reported by Regnum news agency, according to the News18 TV channel, the 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...>
group (an organization whose activities are banned in Russia) claimed responsibility for the attack. Two or three armed men in camouflage opened fire on tourists who were horseback riding. The attack took place in the Baysaran Valley.

Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed condolences to Indian President Droupadhi Murmu and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in connection with the terrorist attack near the city of Pahalgam. According to Putin, this brutal crime cannot have any justification. The Russian leader confirmed his readiness to further increase cooperation with Indian partners in the fight against all forms and manifestations of terrorism.

One India liveblogged events here.

Terrorists opened fire at a famed meadow near Kashmir's Pahalgam town on Tuesday afternoon, killing 26 people, mostly tourists, in what is the deadliest attack in the Valley since the Pulwama strike in 2019.

The 26 dead included two foreigners and two locals, a high ranking official said without getting into details.

Baisaran, about six kilometres from the resort town of Pahalgam, is an expansive meadow ringed by dense pine forests and mountains and a favourite with visitors from across the country and the world.

Armed terrorists came into the grassland, dubbed 'mini Switzerland', and started firing at tourists milling around eateries, taking pony rides or just picnicking, officials and eyewitnesses said.

Who is The Resistance Front (TRF)? The Proxy Lashkar Terror Group Behind the Pahalgam Bloodshed
[OneIndia] A devastating terrorist attack happened near Pahalgam on April 22, resulting in the tragic loss of 26 lives, including two foreign nationals, and leaving several others injured. This assault unfolded in Baisaran, a picturesque locality close to Pahalgam, around 1:30 pm. The Resistance Front (TRF), a militant faction, has claimed responsibility for this brutal act. TRF, recognised for its activities in Jammu and Kashmir, has been officially labeled as a terrorist entity by India.

The origins of TRF trace back to 2019, following the Government's decision to revoke Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. Formed by the ISI, Pakistan's intelligence agency, TRF was aimed at injecting a new dynamism into the terror landscape of Kashmir. This group differentiates itself with a more local and less overtly religious facade, positioning its narrative within the broader Kashmiri autonomy movement. Despite this, TRF has been implicated in several attacks targeting civilians, including members of the Kashmiri Pandit and Sikh communities, as well as security forces.

TRF'S PROPAGANDA AND RECRUITMENT THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA:
Since its inception, TRF has utilised social media platforms like Telegram and WhatsApp for propaganda and recruitment purposes. This strategy underscores its modern approach to spreading its ideology and enlarging its base.

On April 1, 2020, The Resistance Front (TRF) gained significant attention following a four-day gun battle near the Line of Control (LoC) in Kupwara's Keran Sector. The clash resulted in the deaths of five Indian paracommandos and five TRF militants.

The government, recognising the threat posed by TRF, banned the organisation under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA). Born on October 10, 1974, in Srinagar, Sheikh Sajjad Gul also known as Sheikh Sajjad, founder of TRF, was designated as a terrorist in 2022.

Its founder asserts that the group opposes "local oppression" and maintains a stance of independence from Pakistan and the influence of Hafiz Saeed.

TRF'S TARGETED VIOLENCE
TRF attacks have primarily targeted Kashmiri Pandits, Hindus, Sikhs, and other civilians. Unlike other militant groups such as LeT and HM, who did not claim responsibility, it was TRF that took credit for these attacks. The Indian government has accused the group of engaging in various unlawful activities, including plotting attacks on both security forces and civilians, facilitating the movement of weapons for banned militant groups, recruiting militants, infiltrating across borders, and trafficking weapons and narcotics.

One of the most notable incidents was TRF's claim of responsibility for an attack on security personnel in the Anantnag district, where they employed guerrilla warfare tactics. The attack was framed as an "act of revenge" for the killing of their leader, Commander Riyaz Ahmed, in Pakistan-administered Kashmir.

According to 2022 data, out of the 172 terrorists killed in Jammu and Kashmir, 108 were linked to The Resistance Front. Additionally, statistics show that 74 out of 100 new recruits were brought into the fold by the TRF.

The most recent major attack involving the TRF was the Ganderbal terror attack, where seven individuals were killed at a construction site in North Kashmir last year.

A list of precisely two dozen TRF attacks in J&K since April 2020 can be read at the link.

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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
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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
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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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Terrorist killed, Pulwama encounter ends: Police

2023-12-17

Dec 1
[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....
] The Pulwama encounter in south Kashmir which started on Thursday ended on Friday morning with the killing of a local 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...
terrorist and recovery of arms and ammunition.

The killed terrorist has been identified as Kifayat Ayoub Alie, son of Muhammad Ayoub Alie of Pinjoora Shopian.

"Acting on a specific intelligence input regarding the presence of a terrorist in Arihal village of Pulwama, a joint Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) was launched by Pulwama by Police, 44 RR, and CRPF’s 182 Bn in the area," Police said. "During the search operation, the joint team encountered indiscriminate firing from the hiding terrorist. The security forces effectively retaliated, leading to an encounter."

Police said that in the ensuing exchange of fire, the terrorist identified as Kifayat Ayoub Alie, son of Muhammad Ayoub Alie of Pinjoora Shopian, associated with the proscribed terror outfit LeT, was killed and his body was recovered from the encounter site.

Police records indicate his involvement in several terror-related crimes including in case FIR No 123/2021, FIR No 294/2021, and case FIR No 180/2023 of Police Station Shopian.

Police said that significant incriminating material along with arms and ammunition including a pistol, two magazines, five rounds, and two grenades were seized from the encounter site.

It said that all the recovered items are now part of the case records for further investigation.

"A case under the relevant provisions of the law has been registered, and the investigation has been taken up," Police said. "The people of the area are requested not to approach the encounter site until the area is thoroughly sanitised and cleared of any potential kabooms."

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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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Infiltration bid foiled in north Kashmir’s Kupwara; terrorist killed: police

2023-10-30

Infiltration bid foiled in north #Kashmir’s Kupwara; terrorist killed: police #JammuAndKashmir #Srinagar https://t.co/3Fsq20Tng3
— Greater Kashmir (@GreaterKashmir) October 30, 2023

A terrorist was killed after the army and police foiled an infiltration bid along the Line of Control (LoC) in north Kashmir
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27 terrorists killed in 10 infiltration bids in Kupwara: GOC 28 Div

2023-10-30

[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....
] General Officer Commanding (GOC) 28 Div, Maj Gen GirishKalia Friday said that 27 bad boyz were potted along the Line of Control (LoC) in 10 different infiltration attempts during the last eight months in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district.

Addressing a news conference at 28 Div Headquarters at Zangli, Kupwara, a day after five bad boyz were potted while trying to infiltrate this side of LoC in the Machil sector, Maj Gen Kalia said that security forces had successfully foiled all the infiltration attempts made from the other side of the LoC.

"There is a constant endeavour to disrupt peace in Jammu and Kashmir but our alert security forces have thwarted every such attempt, improving the security situation. As a result, development and tourism have gained pace in recent times," he said.

Maj Gen Kalia said that warlike stores including five AK series rifles and narcotics were also recovered from the killed terrorists.

"Following a specific input generated by J&K Police in Kupwara regarding an infiltration attempt by a group of terrorists, a joint operation was launched by Indian Army’s 56 RR and J&K Police in Machil sector along the LoC. Multiple ambushes were laid by the security forces. A group of five hard boyz while taking advantage of dense forests infiltrated to this side on Thursday but were intercepted by the ambush teams, ensuing an encounter which led to the killing of five heavily armed foreign terrorists," he said. "In Machil, ’Operation Shikanja’ coincides with the momentous date in 1947 when Indian Army led by the infantry landed in Srinagar to protect men, women, and children of Kashmir from the invaders who came from Pakistain."

Addressing the media persons, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Kupwara, YougalManhas said that following the credible information of a possible infiltration bid in the Machil sector, the concerned Army unit was taken onboard and multiple ambushes were laid on the expected routes.

He said that Police and forces were determined to thwart every possible infiltration bid from across the border.

Commanding Officer (CO) 56 RR, RajatBirman said that the joint operation led to the elimination of five terrorists.

He said that although the terrain was very difficult, the ambush parties remained determined throughout the operation.

"Following the movement of hard boyz to this side, they were challenged, ensuing a shootout. Two bad boyz were potted initially and later three more bad boyz were potted."

He termed the killing of hard boyz a big achievement.

Three more terrorists killed in #Kupwara, total 5: police https://t.co/pZHGbXAh7M
— Greater Kashmir (@GreaterKashmir) October 26, 2023

"Three (03) more #bully boyz of LeT killed (Total 05). Identification being ascertained. Search #operation in progress. Further details shall follow," said a police front man on X while quoting ADGP Kashmir.

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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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Major Cache of Arms, Ammo Recovered in Machil

2023-10-04

Major Cache of Arms, Ammo Recovered in Machil'https://t.co/YdyZqVJJZA
— Greater Kashmir (@GreaterKashmir) October 1, 2023

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Two infiltrators killed in north Kashmir’s Kupwara: police

2023-10-01

[GreaterKashmir] Two infiltrators were killed in an ongoing operation in Machil sector of Kupwara in northern Kashmir
Kashmir

Two terrorists killed in a joint opn by police & army last night with the foiling of an infiltration bid in Machhil sector #Kupwara. 02 AK Rifles, 02xHand Grenades, 01xPistol & other war-like stores recovered. Joint operation in progress: @adgpi @ChinarcorpsIA @JmuKmrPolice pic.twitter.com/cQHz9NBEnw
— Greater Kashmir (@GreaterKashmir) September 30, 2023

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Two terror associates held in Pulwama: Police

2023-09-10

Two terror associates held in Pulwama: Policehttps://t.co/nMvZAsobo5
— Greater Kashmir (@GreaterKashmir) September 8, 2023

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