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So far in 2017, as many as 136 militants, including six commanders have been ‘neutralised’. (Photo: Twitter/@DigSkr)

Hizb commander, 2 other militants killed in Shopian encounter

The security forces have launched ‘Operation all-out’ against militants across the Kashmir Valley.

13 Aug 2017 8:16 PM

Kashmir and parts of Chenab valley of Jammu region were shut on Saturday to protest against alleged 'devious attempts' being made at the behest of Sangh Parivar to abrogate Article 35A and Article 370 of the Constitution. (Photo: AP)

Jammu Kashmir shutdown to repeal special status provision

Kashmir and parts of Chenab valley of Jammu were shut to protest against abrogation of Article 35A and Article 370 of the Constitution.

12 Aug 2017 9:35 PM

Heavy fire is being exchanged between the security forces and the terrorists. (Photo: File/Representational)

Security forces conduct joint cordon, search operations in J&K

At least two to three terrorists are suspected to have been trapped in the area.

12 Aug 2017 8:06 PM

Meanwhile, a shutdown called by separatist leaders has brought life to a standstill elsewhere in the Valley. (Photo: Twitter)

Abu Dujana killing: Situation tense in Kashmir; 1 more civilian dies

Dujana was killed by security forces in an encounter in Pulwama on Tuesday, triggering widespread protests in parts of the Valley.

02 Aug 2017 11:24 AM

Pakistani Army violated ceasefire by using light weapons and medium machine guns along the LoC in the Baba Khori belt of Naushera sector of Rajouri district at 10:30 pm on Sunday. (Photo: File/Representational Image)

Pak army violates ceasefire along J&K's Rajouri

In July, 11 people, including nine soldiers, were killed and 18 injured in ceasefire violation by the Pakistan.

31 Jul 2017 8:38 AM

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Tahab area of Pulwama district on Saturday night following information about presence of militants in the area, a police official said. (Photo: File/Representational)

Security forces gun down 2 militants in encounter in J&K's Pulwama

The identities, group affiliation of slain militants was not known immediately as search operation was still in progress, police said.

30 Jul 2017 10:45 AM

DSP Ayub Pandith died after a brutal mob attack outside the Jamia Masjid in Srinagar on June 22. (Photo: PTI)

DSP lynching: Police arrest 20 accused, launch hunt for more suspects

Explaining details about the case, J&K IGP said that an iron rod which was used on Pandit was found including his identity card and pistol.

24 Jul 2017 1:26 PM

Indian Army retaliated strongly and effectively to Pakistan ceasefire. (Photo: File/Representational)

Army jawan dies as Pak violates ceasefire along LoC in J&K's Rajouri

Eleven persons, including 9 soldiers, were killed and 18 people injured in 18 ceasefire violations by Pakistan in July so far.

22 Jul 2017 9:33 AM

Chopper ferrying Amarnath pilgrims to the holy cave shrine following the militant attack on a bus in which seven yatris were killed and 19 others injured, at Nuwun base Camp in South Kashmir on Tuesday. (Photo: PTI)

Life, death in hands of lord, will be back next year: Amarnath pilgrims

A group of men, between 40-55 yrs of age, started their trek to the holy shrine on Tuesday morning, less than 10 hrs after the incident.

11 Jul 2017 7:38 PM

Shortly after the incident, Major Gogoi was honoured with a commendation card by the Army chief for his sustained efforts in counter-insurgency operations. (Photo: Videograb)

'Human shield' row: Rights body asks J&K govt to pay Rs 10 lakh to victim

Dar was used as a human shield by Major Gogoi, against the stone pelters who had allegedly surrounded a group of armed personnel.

10 Jul 2017 6:19 PM

Jammu and Kashmir Finance Minister Haseeb Drabu addresses to pass the State Goods and Services Tax bill on the last day of Special Session of Legislative Assembly, in Srinagar on Friday. (Photo: PTI)

J&K Assembly passes GST bill amid Oppn boycott, last to join new tax regime

The J&K legislature will have powers to make laws regarding imposition of taxes enabled by section 5 of the Constitution of the state.

07 Jul 2017 3:04 PM

The competition involved students from various schools across the valley. (Photo: PTI/Representational)

Sufi organization in J&K spreads message of 'love' through poetry contest

Kashmir society chairman asserted, there is a lot of hatred in the world, and the sole resolution to the problem is 'love and affection'.

02 Jul 2017 4:24 PM

Congress Vice-President Rahul Gandhi (Photo: PTI)

Cop lynching act marks a new low for J&K govt, pained beyond words: Rahul

Rahul Gandhi also said it is heartbreaking to seeJ&K being pushed back several decades because of the complete failure of the PDP-BJP govt.

23 Jun 2017 3:52 PM

A wreath laying ceremony will be held for the slain officer, Jammu and Kashmir DSP Mohammed Ayub Pandith, on Friday at 11 am. (Photo: ANI)

J&K: Mob lynches senior cop for filming stone pelting outside mosque

The deceased in his own defence had opened fire through his service pistol on the mob, in which 3 people got injured.

23 Jun 2017 8:27 AM

The terrorists lobbed grenade at a camp of the CRPF's 180 Battalion at 6.05 pm on Tuesday. (Photo: ANI/Twitter)

J&K: Grenade attack on Army camp injures 9 CRPF jawans in Pulwama

Out of the nine injured personnel, three are in critical condition, while six have suffered minor injuries.

13 Jun 2017 7:46 PM

On checking the militants, the security officials found a huge cache of arms and ammunition. (Photo: File/Representational)

4 arrested as Army busts Hizbul-Mujahideen module in Kashmir

The police said that the Hizbul militants were misusing web chats to hatch and execute terrorist conspiracies.

12 Jun 2017 8:28 PM

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