Another terrorist attack in Jammu & Kashmir’s Baramulla has jolted the valley. Some terrorists on Dec 24 opened fire at a retired police officer at Gantmulla in Baramulla. Notably, this J&K terror attack happened a day after an attack on two military vehicles in Rajouri sector which claimed lives of four soldiers. The slain former police officer was identified as Mohd. Shafi, according to Jammu and Kashmir Police. Terrorists opened fire on the retired police officer while he was offering prayers at a mosque, the police added. The area was cordoned off in the immediate aftermath of the incident, officials said. Meanwhile, additional security forces have been deployed in the Bafliaz area of Poonch district. An operation is underway to nab terrorists in the forest area of Dera ki Gali in the Rajouri sector. Indian Army said that it was conducting an inquiry into the deaths of three civilians in the Poonch-Rajouri sector in the terror attack on Dec 21.
24 December,2023 01:35 PM IST
Rajouri Encounter: There is a sorrowful atmosphere in Naglia Gaurola, the village of Para Commando Sachin Laur, who was killed in an encounter with terrorists in Rajouri, Jammu on November 23. Following the news of Sachin Laur's sacrifice, the community has fallen silent his sacrifice has saddened everyone in his village. Sachin Laur was the youngest of three siblings. Vivek Laur, Sachin's elder brother, is also in the Navy. Sachin's wedding was scheduled for December 8, and preparations were underway. Sachin’s Father Ramesh Chandra Laur recalls his last conversation with his son where Sachin said, “I’ll be coming back soon there are only two terrorists remaining, we have surrounded the house they're hiding in, as soon as the operation is finished I’ll come back.” Sachin’s Mother Bhagvati Devi said, “We were informed yesterday at 9.00 am. Sachin had last come to meet us during Raksha Bandhan.” Ramesh Chandra Laur further informed that Sachin’s marriage was scheduled on December 08 and all the preparations had been done.
24 November,2023 03:06 PM IST | Mumbai
J&K: A wreath-laying ceremony was held in Rajouri on November 24 to pay tribute to 5 army personnel. 5 Army personnel lost their lives since the gunfight broke out on November 22 morning. Encounter between terrorists, security forces broke out in the Bajimaal area of Dharmsal in the Rajouri. So far, two terrorists of Lashkar-e-Taiba have been neutralised in the ongoing encounter. Based on specific intelligence, joint operations were launched in the Kalakote Area, Gulabgarh Forest. Watch the full video for more!
24 November,2023 11:31 AM IST | Mumbai
PM Narendra Modi has a long-standing tradition of celebrating Diwali with the Jawans at the adjoining border. Taking ahead the same tradition, this Diwali 2023, PM Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali with the Jawans on Nov 12 in Lepcha, Himachal Pradesh. Taking to X, PM said, “Spending Diwali with our brave security forces in Lepcha, Himachal Pradesh has been an experience filled with deep emotion and pride. Away from their families, these guardians of our nation illuminate our lives with their dedication”. Diwali 2023 began from November 10 and will end on November 15th. Fireworks, and decorations dazzled India as people celebrated Diwali on November 12.
13 November,2023 11:50 AM IST
At least 14 people were killed and over 100 are still missing in the Sikkim flash floods, according to officials. As per government sources, people are reportedly missing from Chungthang in Mangan district; Dikchu, Singtam in Gangtok district and Rangpo in Pakyong district. Over 20,000 people have been affected by the natural disaster. More than 3,000 tourists are feared to be stranded in different parts of the state. About 12-14 workers working in the Teesta Stage 3 dam in Chungthang are still stranded in the tunnels of the dam. Meanwhile, the Indian Army started helplines for families of missing people in Sikkim, including soldiers. One of the 23 missing Army personnel was rescued Wednesday, while the rest are still reportedly missing. West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose assessed the situation in flood-affected regions of Jalpaiguri, Darjeeling, and Kalimpong after flash floods hit Sikkim.
05 October,2023 02:47 PM IST | Mumbai
Cloud burst over Lhonak Lake in Sikkim led to flash flood in Teesta River in Sikkim’s Lachen Valley on October 04. In the aftermath, the visuals showed the devastation caused by the flash flood. As many as 23 Army jawans have been reported missing after a flash flood occurred in the Teesta River of Lachen Valley.
05 October,2023 11:32 AM IST | Mumbai
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived at Army Base Camp in J&K’s Rajouri on May 06. Minister Rajnath Singh interacted with soldiers at the Army Base Camp. Rajnath Singh reached J&K on May 06 morning to review the security situation in Rajouri where the encounters to nab terrorists are underway. Singh was received by Lt Governor Manoj Sinha and Army Chief General Manoj Pande and briefed on the operation underway in the Kandi forest area.
06 May,2023 03:36 PM IST | Mumbai
Addressing the defence personnel deployed in Andaman and Nicobar Island, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on January 05 said that Indian soldiers showed bravery and valour in the Galwan valley during the India-China clash in December 2022. “Our soldiers showed bravery and valour in Galwan. Anything can be spoken outside but I know what happened at every step. I received reports and spoke with soldiers on how they took part in the India-China standoff, said Rajnath Singh in Port Blair.He also interacted with Indian jawans and officers serving in Andaman and Nicobar Island and commended the Command for strengthening national security and keeping the maritime domain safe and secure while playing a significant role in humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.
08 January,2023 04:49 PM IST | Mumbai
A group of Army jawans in Pune clashed with police following an altercation over traffic violation, sparking tension on Tuesday evening. According to the police, the trouble started when a jawan attached to the College of Military Engineering (CME), riding a motorbike, was stopped by a traffic constable at Sambhaji Bridge for running into a no-entry area. Video courtesy: NDTV
01 February,2012 07:12 PM IST
An Army jawan in the Poonch district in Jammu and Kashmir fired indiscriminately in his house, killing two women. His wife is injured and is critical, according to reports. Army jawan Mohammad Tariq Khan then set his own house on fire. He then climbed on the roof of a neighbour and fired indiscriminately again. He was then overpowered and taken away by the police. Video courtesy: NDTV
07 March,2012 06:08 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
