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J&K Police Identifies 3 Terrorists Behind Pahalgam Terror Attack

April 25, 2025, 12:45 pm

The Jammu and Kashmir Police Wednesday released the sketches of the four terrorists involved in the recent brutal attack on Pahalgam, killing 26 individuals—largely tourists. The names were established by descriptions from the survivors.

As per the security officials, the attack had been conducted by four terrorists – two infiltrated from Pakistan and two locals allegedly helping them for the attack.

Who are the Terrorists Identified?

Jammu and Kashmir Police identified four suspects as mentioned below:

Ali Bhai alias Talha (Pakistani)
Asif Fauji (Pakistani)
Adil Hussain Thoker from Anantnag, J&K
Ahsan from Pulwama, J&K

Pakistani Terrorists: Hashim Musa and Ali Talha

Hashim Musa, alias Suleiman, has been identified as one of the main perpetrators of the Pahalgam attack. An NIA official said on Thursday that Musa, a Pakistani national, has been operating in the Valley for the last year and is suspected to have been involved in at least three earlier attacks on security forces and non-locals.

“It is suspected that Musa might be coordinating with other Pakistan-sponsored terror outfits in the Valley besides the Lashkar-e-Taiba,” the official stated.

Ali Talha, active in Kashmir for almost two years, it is said, had entered the Valley after Musa. Talha was allegedly functioning from the Dachigam forests in the outskirts of Srinagar, The Indian Express reported.

Another security official disclosed that local citizens and overground workers (OGWs) are being interrogated to elicit more information, especially regarding Musa’s activities.

Who is Adil Thoker?

Adil Thoker, from Anantag district in Jammu and Kashmir, is said to have traveled to Pakistan in 2018 and back to India a year ago. Police, according to The Indian Express, suspect Thoker has been leading the “well-trained and battle-hardened” Pakistani operatives through local territories.

Officials Tracking the Network

Security forces are stepping up the process to identify the larger support group that facilitated the movement and terror attack of the terrorists. One officer said that officials are looking into possible connections with more thanground LeT activists who have, in the past year, helped Pakistani intruders shift from the border area to interior Kashmir districts.

The investigation also has cyber monitoring at its core with the aim to identify Kashmir-origin individuals who can have been talking to Lashkar-e-Taiba and proxy group, The Resistance Front (TRF), using encrypted chat apps.

Thousands Detained, Reward Announced

“Most of the individuals, after the initial probe, have been let off. Over 2000 individuals were detained by security forces,” mentioned a local police officer. The detainees are mostly suspected to be ex-militants and OGWs. The police also declared a reward of Rs. 20 lakh for any leads related to the terrorists.

Top ministry officials, along with officers from the Intelligence Bureau and other central intelligence agencies, met in Delhi on Thursday. The agenda for the meeting was to decide on tougher measures to prevent infiltration, tighten border security, and uproot the support mechanism of the terror groups within the country, officials added.

Names Of 5 Terrorists Revealed: 3 Pakistanis, 2 Kashmiris Involved In Pahalgam Attack

April 24, 2025, 10:53 am

Investigators probing the Pahalgam terror attack have identified five terrorists, including three Pakistani nationals and two residents of Jammu and Kashmir. Officials confirmed the identities on Wednesday, marking a critical step in tracking down the perpetrators of the region’s deadliest terror strike in nearly two decades.

Pakistani Operatives Trained Across the Border

The Pakistani nationals identified are Asif Fauji (alias Musa), Suleman Shah (alias Yunus), and Abu Talha (alias Asif). Intelligence reports reveal these men received extensive training in Pakistan before infiltrating into India. Authorities said, “Fauji and Shah have operated in Jammu and Kashmir for some time and played roles in previous attacks, including one in Poonch.”

Local Terror Links from Anantnag and Pulwama

Investigators also named Adil Gurri, a Bijbehara resident who traveled to Pakistan in 2018, and Ahsan from Pulwama, who did the same year. Both are suspected of undergoing training there and re-entering India to join this operation.

Survivors Say Attackers Spoke in Urdu Before Opening Fire

According to survivor accounts, the attackers communicated in Urdu and demanded religious identification. “Any tourist who refused to comply was shot at close range,” officials stated. The lack of surveillance cameras near Baisaran meadows has made it difficult to gather visual evidence.

Terrorists Suspected to Have Escaped to Pir Panjal Hills

Authorities believe the terrorists fled towards the high-altitude regions of Pir Panjal. Investigators are now relying heavily on survivor testimonies. The role of Saifullah Kasuri, a close associate of Lashkar-e-Taiba chief Hafiz Saeed, is also under scrutiny.

Kasuri’s Video Adds to Suspicion

Officials are examining a video clip of Saifullah Kasuri dated February 2, in which he declared, “Kashmir will become a ‘holy land’ by February 2, 2026,” and warned of intensified militant operations. He added, “In the coming days, the Mujahideen will intensify their attacks and Kashmir will be liberated.”

Jaish Commander Saifullah Among Three Terrorists Killed in J&K

April 12, 2025, 11:21 am

Following the killing of a Pakistani terrorist on Friday morning, security personnel killed two more in the Naidgam forests of Chatroo in Kishtwar district, officials stated.

Terrorists Identified, Each With ₹5 Lakh Bounty

The slain terrorists were Jaish-e-Mohammad commander Saifullah, Farman, and Basha, Each carried a reward of ₹5 lakh on their heads.

“Security forces launched an operation in the area on April 9. We first gunned down one terrorist in the morning, and then eliminated two others later on Friday,” said a senior police officer.

Commandos of the elite 2, 5, and 9 Para of the Army, CRPF, and Jammu and Kashmir Police’s SOG participated in the operation.

Snow-Covered Terrain and Aerial Support

The anti-terror operations were carried out in the snow-clad mountains with thick forest cover, “The Army deployed helicopters to trace the fleeing terrorists,” said the officer.

A huge cache of weapons, ammunition, and explosives was seized from the site of the encounter.

Commander of the 5 Sector Assam Rifles Brigadier JVS Rathi and DIG Shridhar Patil of Doda-Kishtwar-Ramban range will brief the media on the whole operation at the headquarters of the 5 Assam Rifles on Saturday.

Simultaneous Anti-Terror Operations in Jammu Region

Security forces have also simultaneously conducted anti-terror operations in Kishtwar and Udhampur districts to hunt down terrorists, who are suspected to be part of a bigger group that had infiltrated through the international border along the Hiranagar sector in Kathua district in recent times.

During continuing anti-terror operations, three armed terrorists, suspected to be from the Jaish-e-Mohammad terror group, stormed into a villager’s residence in Basantgarh, Udhampur district, late Wednesday.

The terrorists consumed food, stole a mobile phone, clothes, shoes, a bag, and an umbrella before they left.

Similar Incident involving Terrorists in Udhampur on April 3

Earlier, on April 3, two terrorists had entered a home in Udhampur’s Chore Panjwa-Khabbal locality of Majalta block, taken the family hostage, and stolen a mobile phone and food forcibly before escaping at about 10 PM.

This is the same region where security forces had spotted terrorists on April 3, the terrorists were initially seen in a forest in Hiranagar sector’s Saniyal village on March 23.

March 27 Firefight Leaves Six Dead

Security personnel and the police have been following the activities of the terrorists ever since, two terrorists and four police officials died during a firefight on March 27 inside Sufain forest, Jakhole village, Kathua district.

However, the ceasefire was also flouted by Pakistan Army troops at the Line of Control in Keri Battal sector in Akhnoor in a bid to thrust weapons-bearing terrorists over the border, tense soldiers foiled the move.

Indian JCO Killed in Cross-Border Fire

In the heavy exchange of fire, a Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) was severely injured. He was airlifted to a garrison hospital, where he died of his injuries.

“At approximately 2115 hours (9:15 PM), the Pakistani Army opened fire using small arms towards an Indian forward post in the Keri-Battal sector under Police Station Khour, Akhnoor, Jammu & Kashmir.

In response, the Indian Army retaliated by firing small arms in the direction of the aggression,” said officials.

During the exchange, JCO Kuldeep Singh suffered a bullet injury and then died from his injuries, the Army will likely issue a statement soon.

Terrorists Killed Two Village Defence Guards in Kishtwar’s Kowantra Village

November 7, 2024, 10:17 pm

Kishtwar, Nov 7: In a tragic incident, two Village Defence Guards (VDGs) were killed by terrorists in the forest area of Kowantra village, located in the Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir. According to police sources, the two VDG members had ventured into the forest to graze their cattle when they were abducted by militants. The terrorists later executed the victims, leaving the area in shock.

The police confirmed the incident and stated that security forces have launched a massive search operation in the region to track down the assailants. The area has been cordoned off as authorities intensify their efforts to neutralize the militants responsible for this gruesome act.

This attack marks yet another incident of target killings by militants in Jammu and Kashmir, further escalating concerns over the safety of local security personnel and civilians in the region. Authorities have vowed to take swift action in response to the growing threat posed by these militant groups.

The victims, both members of the VDG, were known for their role in assisting security forces in maintaining law and order in remote villages. The killings are expected to heighten tensions in an already volatile region.

Farooq Abdullah’s Call to Capture, Not Kill, Terrorists Sparks Political Controversy

November 2, 2024, 2:59 pm

National Conference (NC) leader and former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah ignited a political row on Saturday by suggesting that terrorists should be captured instead of killed, to reveal the masterminds behind the recent wave of attacks in Jammu and Kashmir. Abdullah argued that interrogating captured terrorists could uncover deeper networks responsible for these attacks.

He further urged an investigation into the recent Budgam terror attack, expressing suspicion about whether certain actors might be attempting to destabilize the government in Jammu and Kashmir. “If terrorists are captured, we will know who is orchestrating these attacks,” Abdullah said, as quoted by ANI. He also questioned whether an agency might be trying to disrupt the stability under the current government led by Omar Abdullah.

When asked if Pakistan should be held accountable for these attacks, including the Budgam incident, Abdullah responded, “There should be an investigation into this,” refraining from directly pointing to Pakistan.

Sharad Pawar and BJP Respond

Sharad Pawar, NCP-SCP chief, voiced support for Abdullah’s stance, emphasizing the importance of the central government considering his statement seriously. “Farooq Abdullah is a respected leader with a lifetime of service to the people of Jammu and Kashmir,” Pawar noted, suggesting the home ministry examine his concerns.

However, Jammu and Kashmir BJP President Ravinder Raina criticized Abdullah’s comments, asserting that it is well-known terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir originates from Pakistan. Raina called for unified support for India’s security forces, emphasizing the need to stand together against terrorism.

Background on Budgam Attack

The recent Budgam attack injured two laborers from Uttar Pradesh, who were shot by terrorists in the Mazhama area of Magam. This incident marked the fifth terror attack in the region since the formation of the new government in Jammu and Kashmir last month.

Condemnations poured in from leaders across the political spectrum. NC President Omar Abdullah and Farooq Abdullah condemned the incident, while Congress’s Jammu and Kashmir Chief Tariq Hameed Karra called it “unfortunate” and prayed for the laborers’ speedy recovery. Apni Party President Altaf Bukhari condemned the attack, calling it a “cowardly” act.

Escalating Terror Attacks Since October

This incident follows a series of recent terrorist attacks in the region. On October 24, two soldiers and two Army porters were killed in an ambush near Gulmarg. Earlier in Pulwama, a laborer from Uttar Pradesh was injured in a shooting, and on October 20, terrorists killed a local doctor and six laborers at a tunnel construction site in Ganderbal.

These incidents highlight an alarming rise in terror activities, raising security concerns across Jammu and Kashmir and sparking an ongoing debate about how best to address the issue.

Terrorists Carry Out Attack on Non-Locals Again in Kashmir; Two Injured in Mazahama

November 1, 2024, 8:41 pm

Terrorists attacked two non-local workers in the Mazahama area of Budgam district on Wednesday evening, leaving both men injured. The victims, who are from Uttar Pradesh, were targeted near the Mazahama graveyard on the banks of Nallah Sukhnag while working on a Jal Jeevan project initiated by the Jammu and Kashmir government.

One of the workers was hit by a bullet in the arm, while the other sustained an injury to his leg. Both were immediately rushed to Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Magam, where they are currently receiving treatment. Medical sources have confirmed that their conditions are stable.

Security forces launched an extensive search operation in and around Mazahama following the incident, deploying additional personnel to secure the area and locate the assailants. Area domination exercises and thorough searches along Nallah Sukhnag are ongoing as part of the heightened security measures.

The incident marks another targeted attack on non-local workers in Kashmir, raising security concerns for laborers involved in development projects across the region. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation, and further updates are awaited as search efforts continue.

Terrorists With Rifles Seen Carrying Out Deadly Attack In Turkey | WATCH

October 24, 2024, 9:22 am

In a shocking incident on Wednesday, an attack on the headquarters of Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) near Ankara left at least five people dead and 22 others injured. The assault was carried out by two attackers—a man and a woman—who have since been “neutralised,” according to authorities.

Details of the Attack

Surveillance footage captured the attackers as they entered the TAI facility, approximately 40 kilometers north of Ankara, armed with assault rifles and carrying bags. Reports indicate that they initiated their assault with gunfire, leading to a significant explosion that rocked the building.

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Reports confirm six killed and over 20 wounded. Authorities suspect PKK involvement.

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Initial investigations suggest that the attackers may have killed a taxi driver before commandeering his vehicle to execute their plan. Eyewitness accounts reveal that exchanges of gunfire persisted for over an hour, further heightening the chaos and fear within the facility.

Victims Identified

Among the victims, four were identified as employees of TAI, while the fifth was the taxi driver. Turkey’s Vice President, Cevdet Yilmaz, confirmed this information in a statement, highlighting the tragic loss of life.

Suspected Motives and Group Involvement

While there has been no immediate claim of responsibility for the attack, Turkey’s Interior Minister, Ali Yerlikaya, suggested that the assault was likely orchestrated by Kurdish militants. “The way in which this action was carried out is very probably linked to the PKK,” he stated, referring to the militant group that has been involved in a decades-long insurgency against the Turkish state.

Government Response

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, currently in Russia for discussions with Vladimir Putin, condemned the attack as “heinous.” He emphasized that the assault on TAI, a key player in Turkey’s defense industry, is a “vile attack” aimed at undermining the nation’s security and independence.

Erdogan characterized TAI as a symbol of Turkey’s defense initiatives, stating, “The terrorist attack against TAI, one of the locomotive organizations of the Turkish defense industry, is a vile attack targeting the survival of our country and the peace of our nation.”

The Turkish government has vowed to investigate the incident thoroughly and take necessary actions against those responsible for this tragic event.

LG Manoj Sinha Orders Security Forces to Avenge Ganderbal Attack That Killed Seven

October 21, 2024, 5:57 pm

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has directed security forces to “exact a price” from terrorists responsible for the recent attack in Ganderbal, which left seven individuals dead, including a local doctor and six non-local laborers. The attack occurred at an under-construction tunnel in Gund, Ganderbal district.

In a post on X, Sinha expressed his determination to avenge the brutal attack, stating, “The brutal and savage attack against construction workers will be avenged. I’ve asked the J&K Police and security forces to exact a price that will be remembered by the terrorists and their associates for time to come.”

Speaking at a Police Martyrs’ Day function, Sinha emphasized that India would not forget the “dastardly attack.” He also pointed to Pakistan as a persistent threat to regional stability, alleging that it continues to target innocent lives in the area and destabilize peace.

Call for Enhanced Security Measures

Sinha highlighted the need to combat drug smuggling and improve counter-insurgency operations, urging vigilance against possible threats. He paid tribute to those who lost their lives in the line of duty, promising that their sacrifices would be honored.

Meanwhile, National Conference President Farooq Abdullah condemned Pakistan’s role in the violence. He asserted that if Pakistan seeks better relations with India, it must cease its support for terrorism. Abdullah declared, “Kashmir will never become Pakistan. Let us live with dignity and succeed.”

He warned Pakistan of “very severe” consequences if it continues to harbor terrorism, questioning how dialogue could be possible amidst such violence. “If they couldn’t create a Pakistan for 75 years, how would it be possible now? It is time to end terrorism, otherwise, the results will be very severe,” he added, highlighting the urgent need for peace in the region.

J-K: Security Forces Engage in Encounter with Terrorists in Kathua

September 15, 2024, 6:33 pm

An encounter between security forces and terrorists erupted in the Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, the Indian Army confirmed. A search operation had been launched earlier in the Banj area by local police and security personnel, which led to the confrontation.

According to the Army, contact was established with the terrorists, prompting an exchange of gunfire. “The area has been cordoned off, and further details are awaited,” the Army stated.

This encounter follows another clash earlier in the day between security forces and terrorists in the Kalaban area, near Pathanateer in the Mendhar sector of Poonch district. Jammu and Kashmir Police confirmed contact with terrorists in the Kalaban area, pinpointing the location to Katara in Mendhar.

The joint search operation in Poonch involves the Romeo Force of the Indian Army, the Special Operations Group (SOG) of Poonch Police, and the CRPF, an official from Poonch Police reported.

These incidents come shortly after two army soldiers were killed on Friday in a gunbattle with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district, reflecting the ongoing tensions in the region. Further updates on the Kathua encounter are expected as the operation continues.

Pakistan: Police Post in Mianwali Attacked by Terrorists, Two Officers Wounded

September 3, 2024, 5:30 am

In Mianwali city, Punjab, a group of approximately 12 to 14 terrorists launched a violent attack on the Qabool Khel police check post using rockets and grenades, resulting in injuries to at least two police officers, according to Geo News. Despite the aggressive assault, the Punjab Police managed to repel the attackers, who subsequently fled the scene.

Following the attack on Monday, senior police officials, including the District Police Officer and Deputy Superintendent of Police, quickly arrived with additional forces to secure the area, as reported by Geo News.

This incident comes on the heels of another severe attack last month in Punjab’s Rahim Yar Khan district, where bandits targeted police vans with rockets, killing 12 policemen and injuring six. The attack occurred in the Machka area, a riverine region of Rahim Yar Khan. At the time, two police vans with over 20 officers were trapped in rainwater when bandits launched the rockets. The assault led to the death of a dozen officers, with seven others injured, and five reported missing.

Militant attacks have risen in Pakistan since the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan in 2021, with the northwestern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the southwestern province of Balochistan experiencing heightened violence. In 2023, Balochistan alone faced at least 170 militant attacks, which resulted in the deaths of 151 civilians and 114 security personnel, according to the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies.

In response to these growing threats, the federal cabinet approved Operation Azm-e-Istehkam in June 2023. This renewed national counter-terrorism initiative aims to address and eliminate terrorism in line with recommendations from the Central Apex Committee under the National Action Plan.

Three terrorists killed in J&K

August 30, 2024, 6:25 am

Three terrorists are believed to have been killed in two separate anti-infiltration operations along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara district, the Indian Army said on Thursday.

The operations were launched in the Machhal and Tangdhar areas on Wednesday following intelligence inputs indicating potential infiltration attempts. The joint operations were conducted by the Indian Army and the Jammu and Kashmir Police.

In a post on X, the Army’s Srinagar-based Chinar Corps stated, “Based on intelligence inputs with respect to likely infiltration bids, a joint operation was launched by the Indian Army and the Jammu and Kashmir Police on the intervening night of August 28 and 29 in the general area Machhal, Kupwara.”

In a parallel operation in the Tangdhar area, another terrorist is believed to have been killed. “Based on intelligence inputs regarding likely infiltration bids, a joint anti-infiltration operation was launched by the Indian Army and the Jammu and Kashmir Police on the intervening night of August 28 and 29 in general area Tangdhar, Kupwara,” the Chinar Corps noted in a separate post.

“One terrorist is likely to have been neutralised.”

Both operations were still in progress when the last reports were received, with security forces continuing to sweep the areas to confirm the neutralisation and check for any further threats.

12 Terrorists Killed, 5 Found Hiding in Mosque During 30-Hour Military Operation by IDF

August 29, 2024, 10:10 pm

In a 30-hour military operation, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported the elimination of 12 terrorists, the arrest of over ten wanted individuals, and the destruction of dozens of explosives in Jenin and Tulkarm. The operation, conducted in collaboration with the Border Police and the Shin Bet (Israel’s General Security Service), also led to the confiscation of various weapons.

The IDF deployed combat engineers, paratroopers, and the Duvdevan special forces unit for the operation. Five terrorists, including Muhammad Jaber, also known as “Abu Shahja’a,” the leader of terrorist activity in Nur Shams, were killed during a firefight while hiding in a mosque in Tulkarm.

Duvdevan fighters, guided by the Shin Bet, discovered an explosives laboratory and an operations center inside the mosque using a drone.

During the operation, one IDF soldier sustained moderate injuries, and another was lightly wounded. Both soldiers were evacuated to a hospital for medical treatment, and their families have been informed.

Forces Intensify Crackdown on Terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir Forests

August 15, 2024, 6:47 pm

Jammu and Kashmir, Aug 15: Security forces have launched a major crackdown on terrorists hiding in the dense forest areas of Jammu and Kashmir, following a strategic decision to deploy additional personnel and cutting-edge technology in these regions.

According to top sources within the security forces, the operation commenced after the deployment of advanced surveillance equipment, including modern gadgets, night vision devices, high-tech cameras, and other technological aids. These tools have proven crucial in locating terrorists who had been elusive and untraceable for months.

The search and cordon operations are underway across multiple locations in four districts of Jammu and Kashmir:

1. Asar Forest Area, Doda District: On August 12, an encounter occurred between security forces and a group of terrorists in the Asar forest area. The clash resulted in the death of one terrorist and the martyrdom of an Indian Army officer, Deepak Singh. The search operation is ongoing as forces continue to track down any remaining militants.

2. Paddar Forest Area, Kishtwar District: On August 10, security forces identified three to four terrorists from the Jaish-e-Mohammad group in the Paddar forest area. The operation to eliminate these militants is continuing, with forces actively engaging in the challenging terrain.

3. Basantgarh Area, Udhampur District:** An encounter erupted on the night of August 10-11 in the Basantgarh area. The forces are engaged in a prolonged operation to secure the area and address the terrorist threat.

4. Kokernag Area, Anantnag District:** In the Kokernag area, anti-terror operations have resulted in an intense encounter, during which two Indian Army jawans were martyred. The operation is ongoing as forces work to neutralize the threat in this high-intensity zone.

The introduction of advanced surveillance technology has been a game-changer in these operations, enabling security forces to effectively track and confront terrorists in the difficult forested terrain. This enhanced focus on forest areas reflects the government’s commitment to eradicating terrorism and restoring stability to the region.

As the crackdown continues, security forces remain determined to neutralize the terrorist threat and ensure the safety and security of Jammu and Kashmir.

Encounter Breaks Out Between Terrorists and Security Forces in Udhampur

August 11, 2024, 9:36 pm

An intense encounter has erupted between terrorists and security forces in the Khaned area of Basantgarh, District Udhampur. Reports indicate that 3-4 terrorists are believed to be trapped in the dense forest area.

Encounter started after security forces launched extensive search operations in the region. The Jammu and Kashmir Police, Indian Army, and CRPF are actively engaged in efforts to neutralize the terrorists.

Earlier this week, contact was established with the same group of terrorists, but they managed to escape the initial cordon. This incident marks the third encounter in the past three days in Jammu and Kashmir.

Police capture notorious terrorists ahead of Independence Day

August 10, 2024, 4:14 am

Ahead of Independence Day celebrations, Delhi Police apprehended a terrorist sought by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Friday, according to police sources. The suspect, Rizwan Ali from Daryaganj, Delhi, was wanted in connection with an alleged ISI module case. Based on confidential information, Delhi Police arrested Ali near Ganga Baksh Marg, close to Biodiversity Park, at around 11 PM. Authorities recovered a.30-bore star pistol, three live cartridges, and two mobile phones from him. A case has been filed at PS Special Cell, Delhi, officials confirmed.

Rizwan, who was part of the Pune Module of ISIS and had been on the run, is now under investigation for his presence in the capital just before Independence Day. The NIA had previously released Rizwan Ali’s photograph along with images of other fugitives with terror links.

Earlier, Delhi Police increased security measures and posted notices featuring terrorists associated with Al Qaeda and Khalistan across the city. They have urged the public to help locate these individuals. The police have announced that informants providing information about the terrorists will receive a “suitable” reward, with their identities kept confidential.

The police stated that these security measures aim to raise public awareness and assist in tracking down terrorists. The posters feature fifteen terrorists, including six linked to Al-Qaeda. In preparation for Independence Day and to bolster national security, Punjab police have also implemented increased security measures, conducting spot checks at all bus stands across the state earlier this week.

Big Breaking: Major Infiltration Bid Foiled on LoC in Poonch

July 23, 2024, 7:27 am

In a significant development, alert troops have successfully foiled an infiltration bid along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Battal area near Nangi Tekri, Poonch. The infiltrating terrorists were effectively engaged with heavy fire by the vigilant forces.

According to sources, alert Army troops deployed on the LoC in Nangi Tekri and the Battal area of Poonch noticed some suspected movement of armed terrorists attempting to infiltrate from across the fenced area. Troops immediately took positions and cordoned off the area. During the exchange of fire, the forces managed to foil the terrorists’ attempt to infiltrate.

However, during the intense exchange of gunfire, one brave soldier sustained injuries. The injured soldier has been shifted to a hospital for treatment. The operations are ongoing as troops continue to secure the area.

Two Army personnel Injured in gunfight with terrorists in Doda

July 18, 2024, 10:34 pm

Jammu, July 18: Two army personnel were injured early Thursday during a gunfight with terrorists in a remote forest village in Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district. The encounter, which lasted more than an hour, occurred at Jaddan Bata village in the Kastigarh area around 2 am when terrorists opened fire on a temporary security camp established in a government school for ongoing search operations.

Security forces have continued their operations despite inclement weather and challenging terrain. Heavy rains and dense fog have added to the difficulty as the manhunt for the fleeing terrorists, believed to be the same group that killed four army personnel earlier in the week, continues.

Deputy Inspector General of Police for the Doda-Kishtwar-Ramban range, Shridhar Patil, confirmed the ongoing operation and expressed confidence in its success. “All security forces on the ground are engaged in a well-coordinated operation against terrorists with whom we had contact yesterday and today as well. The operation is under progress, and we will get success soon,” Patil told reporters in Kastigarh, though he declined to share more details due to the sensitive nature of the operation.

“We are determined to eliminate the terrorists and restore peace in the area,” he added.

Separately, security forces guarding a forward post in the Sunderbani sector of Rajouri district opened fire late Wednesday night after observing suspicious movement near the Line of Control (LoC). A search of the area on Thursday morning yielded no evidence linked to the suspicious activity.

In Doda, a massive search operation is underway following the killing of four army personnel, including a captain, in the Desa forests during the intervening night of Monday and Tuesday. The search operation, which entered its fourth day on Thursday, also witnessed brief exchanges of fire at two locations in the Desa forests on the intervening night of Tuesday and Wednesday.

Doda district, cleared of terrorism in 2005, has experienced a series of attacks since June 12, when six security personnel were injured in a terror attack at the Chattergala pass. This was followed by a firefight in Gandoh the next day, resulting in one injured policeman. On June 26, three terrorists were killed in a day-long operation in Gandoh, and another encounter occurred in the Ghadi Bhagwah forest on July 9.

So far this year, nearly a dozen terror attacks in six districts of Jammu province have resulted in the deaths of 27 people, including 11 security personnel, a village defense guard, and five terrorists. Among the victims were seven pilgrims returning from the Shiv Khori temple in Reasi district on June 9.

Hunt on for terrorists behind Kathua ambush

July 11, 2024, 3:21 am

Security forces have detained 24 individuals for questioning as the hunt for the terrorists behind the Kathua terror attack, which resulted in the deaths of five army personnel, entered its third day. Efforts to track down and neutralise the terrorists continue, with the suspects believed to be hiding in a forest.
Officials reported that another search operation is underway in the higher reaches of Doda district, where a gunfight occurred between terrorists and security forces on Tuesday evening, following Monday’s terror attack in Kathua.
In connection with the Kathua terror attack, army and police personnel are deployed in dense forests across Udhampur, Samba, Rajouri, and Poonch districts. Fresh searches began Wednesday morning in the Lala Chack area of Samba, Manjakote area of Rajouri, and Surankote of Poonch.
The attack on Monday took place on the Machedi-Kindli-Malhar mountainous road near Badnota village in Lohai Malhar, approximately 150 km from Kathua district headquarters, resulting in the deaths of five army personnel and injuries to several others. Due to the challenging topography, thick foliage, and natural caves, security personnel are moving cautiously, particularly from the Bhaderwah side.
The army’s special forces unit has been deployed for surgical operations in specific areas, supported by helicopter and UAV surveillance. Sniffer dogs and metal detectors are extensively used in the dense forest areas. A team from the National Investigation Agency has visited the ambush scene and is assisting the police in their probe.
In Doda, police and army personnel are combing the Ghadi Bhagwah forest area, located about 35 km east of Doda town and bordering Kishtwar district. The hunt for two terrorists, believed to have been injured in Tuesday’s encounter, resumed early Wednesday. The terrorists remain at large.
In the aftermath of the Kathua terror attack, residents of Badnota village and nearby areas expressed concerns about their safety. They have called for the formation of village defense groups for self-defense and to counter terrorist threats effectively.
“The government should provide weapons and training to us. We are ready to fight shoulder-to-shoulder with our forces against the terrorists,” said Jagdish Raj, a local resident.
Punkaj, a 20-year-old student, highlighted the fear among the local populace but emphasized the confidence that comes with being armed. “We can swiftly move into the forests and help tackle the threat of terrorism,” he said, advocating for a special recruitment drive for local youth.
Shahid Ahmad, who relocated from higher reaches to Machedi due to terror threats, noted the unity between Muslims and Hindus in the area in their desire for peace.

Two More Terrorists Killed in Encounter in J-K’s Doda

June 26, 2024, 7:23 pm

In an ongoing joint operation in the Gandoh area of Doda, Jammu and Kashmir, two more terrorists have been neutralized, according to a senior police official.

“Two more terrorists have been neutralized in an ongoing joint operation in the Gandoh, Bhaderwah sector of district Doda,” ADGP Jammu stated in a post on X. Arms and ammunition have been recovered from their possession.

This brings the total number of terrorists killed in the encounter to three, following the outbreak of hostilities earlier in the day.

4 Suspected ISIS Terrorists From Sri Lanka Arrested At Ahmedabad Airport

May 20, 2024, 4:14 pm

The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested four suspected ISIS terrorists, all of whom are Sri Lankan nationals, at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad.

The Gujarat ATS has taken the suspects to an undisclosed location for intensive questioning, reported TV9 Gujarati. The precise motive behind their presence at the Ahmedabad airport is not clear.

According to reports, the terrorists traveled from Sri Lanka to Ahmedabad via Chennai. There were claims in the local media that they were in contact with handlers in Pakistan.

The airport has increased security throughout.

Three IPL teams were scheduled to arrive at the Ahmedabad airport for the qualifier and eliminator games, but the arrests were made beforehand.

Two of ISIS’s highest ranking members were detained in March in India close to the border with Bangladesh. The two ISIS cadres that were apprehended were Anurag Singh, also known as Rehan, who lived in Panipat, Haryana, and Harish Ajmal Farooqi, also known as Harish Ajmal Farukhi, who lived in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.

Both people were characterized as highly driven and brainwashed ISIS commanders in India, engaged in a range of operations such as funding terrorism, recruiting, and organizing terror attacks with the use of improvised explosive devices (IEDs).

“They had furthered the cause of ISIS in India through conspiracies to carry out recruitment, terror funding and terror acts by means of IEDs at several places across India,” claimed a police official.

The STF claims that many cases were filed against these two by the ATS in Lucknow and the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in New Delhi.

In October last year, Shahnawaz alias Shafi Uzzama, a suspected ISIS terrorist who was on the most wanted list of the NIA, was arrested by the Delhi Police during a major crackdown by the anti-terror agency. Shahnawaz was wanted in the Pune ISIS module case and the NIA had declared a reward money of ₹3 lakh for credible information leading to his arrest.

Terrorists shot dead a Migrant Laborer from Bihar in J-K’s Anantnag

April 18, 2024, 1:51 am

Terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district fatally shot a migrant laborer from Bihar, identified as Raju Shah, on Wednesday. This incident marks the second targeted attack within the span of 10 days. Despite being swiftly transported to a hospital for medical attention, Shah tragically passed away due to the severity of his injuries.

“Terrorists fired upon & critically injured one person identified as Raju Shah resident of Bihar at Jablipora Bijbehera, Anantnag. He has been evacuated to hospital for treatment,” Kashmir Zone Police said on X.

#Terrorists fired upon & critically injured one person identified as Raju Shah resident of Bihar at Jablipora Bijbehera, Anantnag. He has been evacuated to hospital for treatment. Area #cordoned off. Further details shall follow.@JmuKmrPolice

— Kashmir Zone Police (@KashmirPolice) April 17, 2024

It later added, “The injured person, who was shot at by terrorists, succumbed to his injuries at the hospital.”

The injured person, who was shot at by #terrorists, succumbed to his injuries at the hospital. Search #operation underway in the area. Further details to follow.@JmuKmrPolice https://t.co/uWSJI2cgeO

— Kashmir Zone Police (@KashmirPolice) April 17, 2024

The region has been sealed off, and authorities have launched a search operation.

The attack occurred just days ahead of the country’s election.

A spokesperson for the BJP’s J&K division described the assault as the “frustration of adversaries” and emphasized that such actions would not reignite election boycott politics in Kashmir.

“Urge police to track down the killers of this innocent man and punish them sternly,” BJP spokesperson Altaf Thakur said in a statement.

Former Jammu and Kashmir chief ministers Farooq Abdullah and Omar Abdullah conveyed their “shock and sadness” regarding the laborer’s demise, as stated by the National Conference on X.

“They vehemently condemn the attack, emphasizing that such acts of terror hinder peace in J&K,” the party added.

People’s Democratic Party (PDP) president and former J&K CM Mehbooba Mufti denounced the killing as a “senseless act of violence,” according to the National Conference.

“My deepest condolences to his family,” she said.

Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) chairman and former CM Ghulam Nabi Azad said, “Strongly condemn the tragic Bijbehara attack in which a non local named Raja Shah, of Bihar lost his life in this senseless act of violence. Wishing a speedy recovery to the injured. This must end, people want peace but militants don’t want peace. We must stand together against this act!”

On April 8, a migrant taxi driver from Delhi was attacked in Herpora, Shopian, sustaining severe injuries.

UK’s FCDO warns British nationals not to travel to Afghanistan

February 4, 2024, 11:45 am

According to TOLO News, the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) of the United Kingdom has warned British nationals not to travel to Afghanistan.
In an FCDO statement, it is stated that during the month of Ramadan, there is a “significant risk of detention of British nationals” and that “terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks” in Afghanistan.

The statement read, “You should not travel to Afghanistan. Terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks in Afghanistan. There is a heightened threat of terrorist attacks in or around religious sites and during religious events and celebrations, such as the month of Ramadan.”

“The security situation in Afghanistan is volatile. There is an ongoing and high threat of terrorist attacks throughout Afghanistan, including around airports. There is a significant risk of detention of British nationals,” the statement added.

Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid, however, said security is ensured in the country and the safety of foreign nationals is also ensured, as per TOLO News.

Mujahid said: “We assure that there is no threat to any foreign national in Afghanistan. There are dozens of institutions, embassies and international institutions in Afghanistan and even tourists, they are living in Afghanistan, they are traveling, and there have been no security threat to anyone and will never be.”

In the meantime, a few political commentators have urged the Taliban to take further steps to ensure the safety of foreign visitors to the nation.

A political analyst Salim Paigir said: “The Islamic Emirate should listen to all the demands of the eastern and western countries and chose a correct and rational policy towards the world.”
“They [the Islamic Emirate] should convince western and neighboring countries that Afghanistan will never be a threat to the countries of the region,” said Sayed Moqadam Amin, a political analyst, as per TOLO News.

Earlier, the US State Department asked its citizens not to travel to Afghanistan.

J-K Security Forces Gun Down Five Lashkar Operatives, Sources Confirm

November 17, 2023, 11:38 am

In an ongoing encounter in the Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir, security forces have successfully eliminated five Lashkar-e-Toiba terrorists, according to sources on Friday. The operation, conducted by Kulgam Police, Army, and CRPF, is in its final stages, with the area currently being sanitized. The official X handle of Kashmir Zone Police posted, “Day 2: Five terrorists neutralized by Kulgam Police, Army, and CRPF. Incriminating materials were recovered. Operation in the final stage; area being sanitized.” The joint operation involves the Army’s 34 Rashtriya Riffles, 9 Para (elite special forces unit), police, and the CRPF.

The exchange of heavy fire between security forces and terrorists from across the border is still ongoing, as per police sources. The encounter began on Thursday afternoon at the Samno pocket of the DH Pora area in Kulgam. Further updates on the operation are awaited.

In a separate incident on November 15, an infiltration attempt was foiled along the Line of Control in the Uri Sector. The army and Jammu and Kashmir Police neutralized the infiltrators during a joint operation named ‘Operation Kali.’ One of the two infiltrators killed was identified as Bashir Ahmed Malik, a significant figure in Pakistan-enabled cross-border terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir.

The exchange of fire began on Thursday afternoon in the Samno pocket of the DH Pora area, as reported by the Jammu & Kashmir Police. The joint operation involves the Army’s 34 Rashtriya Rifles, 9 Para (elite special forces unit), police, and the CRPF.

Confirming the ongoing firefight, the police stated that security forces were engaged in a fierce encounter with terrorists from across the border.

The persistent counter-terrorism efforts highlight the collaborative approach taken by security agencies to ensure the safety and security of the region, particularly in the face of repeated attempts by terrorist elements.

4 terrorists killed in encounter with security forces in J-K’s Poonch

July 18, 2023, 10:43 am

Security forces killed four terrorists in a joint operation in Jammu and Kashmir, according to Indian Army sources on Tuesday.

The joint operation involving Indian Army’s Special Forces, Rashtriya Rifles and the Jammu and Kashmir police along with other forces was conducted in the Sindhara area of Poonch, they said. “The first engagement between security forces took place at around 11.30 pm yesterday after which drones were deployed along with other night surveillance equipment. At dawn today, the encounter started again with a heavy exchange of fire between the security forces and terrorists,” Indian Army officials said.
The terrorists killed in the operation are most likely foreign terrorists and their identity is being ascertained.

Further information is awaited.

SIU Police raid multiple locations in Doda

May 20, 2023, 7:36 pm

A senior police officer stated that the houses of five local terrorists, currently operating from across the border and attempting to revive militancy in Doda district, were raided by the Special Investigation Unit (SIU) of the Jammu and Kashmir Police on Saturday.

Abdul Qayoom, the Senior Superintendent of Police of Doda district, mentioned that the raids in the Gandoh area were conducted in connection with a case registered against the five terrorists in 2021, involving various sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.

According to the SSP, the searches conducted will assist in collecting evidence and identifying the supporters and sympathisers of the terrorists who are functioning as overground workers. The individuals whose houses were searched include Atta Mohd, also known as “Adil Mubassir,” from Tanta Kahara; Mohd Yasir, also known as “Shahid,” from Kunthal-Tanta; Mohd Shafi, also known as “Nadeem Bhai,” and Amjid Ali, also known as “Rashid,” from Trinkal Kahara; and Majid Hussain, also known as “Abu Zahid Saqib,” from Manoie Chilli Pingal, as stated by the SSP.

“All these local terrorists exfiltrated to Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) in the early 1990s and are currently operating from Pakistan. They are making desperate attempts to revive militancy in Doda by way of contacting the local youth through virtual mode and instigating them to join militancy,” Qayoom said.

Lahore Police obtain search warrant for Imran Khan’s Residence

May 19, 2023, 6:27 pm

Lahore Capital City Police on Friday secured a warrant to search Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan’s Zaman Park residence.

This follows a Capital City Police Officer’s (CCPO) claims of arresting six more “terrorists” attempting to flee from Khan’s residence in Lahore. According to CCPO Bilal Siddique Kamyana, four of the alleged terrorists were involved in the Askari Tower attack while the other two were among those who ransacked the Corps Commander House on May 9. The total number of arrests now stands at 14.

On Wednesday, the Punjab government had claimed that “30-40 terrorists were hiding inside” the former Prime Minister’s residence and gave the PTI 24 hours to to hand them over or face action.

Eight of these alleged terrorists had previously been arrested while escaping the Zaman Park area on Thursday.

According to sources, the Punjab government decided to send a team to hold talks with PTI leadership before conducting the operation. A negotiation team headed by Lahore Commissioner Muhammad Ali Randhawa is slated to reach Zaman Park after the Friday prayers to conduct the search.

Punjab’s Interim Information Minister Amir Mir said the team will decide a time with Khan and search the property in the presence of cameras. A contingent of nearly 400 officers is expected to accompany the team “to arrest terrorists holed up there.”

Meanwhile, Khan took to Twitter to air his concerns: “The mindset behind this unprecedented crackdown and current reign of terror that PTI and its supporters are being subjected to (that was not even witnessed during Zia and Musharraf martial laws) is that we Pakistanis are like a herd of sheep who can be terrorised enough to meekly bow down to this naked show of power.”

PM Modi lambasts Congress for its appeasement policy against terrorists

May 2, 2023, 2:37 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi slammed Congress on Tuesday on the security issue and claimed that the party has a “history of appeasing terrorists.”

PM Mode further added that the Bharatiya Janata Party has “broken the back” of terror and appeasement, in contrast to the Congress, which had left Karnataka “at the mercy of terrorists.” PM was addressing an election campaign rally in Chitradurga amid the 10 May Karnataka Assembly polls.

Referring to the 2008 Batla House encounter, in which two terrorists were shot dead by police in their rented home in Jamia Nagar, Delhi. In an apparent jab at Congress leader Sonia Gandhi, PM Modi claimed that she had “teary eyes” after learning of the terrorists’ deaths.

Congress questioned the nation’s military’ capability after the surgical attack and airstrike.

“You have observed how Congress had encouraged terrorism in Karnataka, which was then at the mercy of terrorists because of Congress. The BJP is responsible for breaking the back of terror and putting an end to the appeasement game, the prime minister said.

PM Modi “cautioned” the people of Karnataka against the Congress and JD(S), which are running for office separately, claiming that they are united by “their heart and deed.”

Assembly polls in Karnataka are scheduled to take place on 10 May and the counting of votes will be held on 13 May.

Poonch attack: Special forces teams, drones, choppers deploy to destroy terrorists’ intentions

April 21, 2023, 4:19 pm

Five soldiers were killed following the terror attack on troops in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch the previous day. A massive manhunt was launched by the Indian Army on Friday to catch a group of around six to seven terrorists who were responsible for gunning down the soldiers.

“The Army and security agencies have got the information that 6-7 terrorists were operating in two groups in the Rajouri-Poonch sector near the area where the tragic incident took place.

This terrorist group attacked an Indian Army vehicle on Thursday in the Poonch sector, killing five soldiers.

The Indian Army has launched numerous operations in response to the capture of terrorist organisations.

Multiple special forces teams, drones, and observation helicopters have been rushed to the area in order to carry out search and destroy operations there, according to the sources.

The actions are being coordinated by the security forces, which include the Army, Police, and Intelligence Agencies.

The terrorists are thought to be Pakistani and members of the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), as per the sources.

“More information concerning their entry point into the area is being determined.” There are numerous cave-like natural structures in the vicinity, so a thorough search is being done there, said sources.

Kashmiri Pandit killed in Pulwama by Terrorists

February 26, 2023, 6:06 pm

A kashmiri Pandit, who was working as a security guard at a bank was shot dead by terrorists in Achan area, Pulwama district, on Sunday morning, a police officer said.

The deceased was identified as Sanjay Sharma, son of Kashinath Sharma. He was working as a security guard, the officer revealed. As per the statement given by officers, security of the area has been tightened and the entire area has been cordoned off to arrest the attackers involved in the case.

While explaining the incident, the Kashmir police stated that the terrorists opened fire on Shrama, while he was on his way to a local market in Achan. The victim was rushed to a nearby hospital with the help of locals for treatment, wherein he succumbed to his injuries. The Police are still investigating the matter and further details are awaited.