ANANTNAG DISTRICT
Jammu and Kashmir terror attack: Three CRPF personnel injured after terrorists open fire at camp
A terrorist assault in Kulgam district left three personnel of the CRPF wounded as unidentified attackers fired upon them while on a motorcycle at approximately 2:15 PM on Wednesday. The injured have been rushed to Anantnag hospital for treatment. Security forces are actively pursuing leads in their investigation to bring the culprits to justice.
PDP leader terms Burhan Wani 'martyr' in Kishtwar, arrested
Abdul Kabir, a leader of the People's Democratic Party, was arrested for referring to Burhan Wani as a martyr. His comments sparked controversy concerning some BJP leaders' past actions toward Wani's family. Kabir asserted that his statements reflect personal opinions, and not the official position of the party. The PDP has distanced itself from Kabir's remarks, emphasizing they do not represent the entire party's views.
JK SIA reopens Wandhama massacre case, security stepped up in Shopian amid threats to Kashmiri Pandits
The Jammu and Kashmir SIA is reopening several Kashmiri Pandit killings cases. Investigations include the 1998 Wandhama massacre and other prominent murders. Security has been heightened in Shopian due to reported threats to the community. Raids are being conducted across the Kashmir Valley targeting suspected terror associates. These searches mark a significant step in uncovering past circumstances and bringing probes to a decisive stage.
Two inmates arrested under POCSO Act escape from Srinagar Central Jail; search launched
Two inmates booked under the POCSO Act escaped from Srinagar Central Jail on Sunday. They scaled the high-security prison's front-side wall to achieve their escape. One escapee is Farman Khan from Rajasthan, and the other is Mukhtar Ahmed Gujar. A massive manhunt has been launched by authorities to apprehend the fugitives. Police have issued a wanted notice and announced a reward for information leading to their arrest.
NIA raids two locations in J&K's Anantnag in terror case probe
The National Investigation Agency conducted raids in Anantnag district on Saturday. These searches occurred at two locations in Bijbehara and Dooru. NIA officers were accompanied by Jammu and Kashmir Police during the operation. Residential houses were thoroughly searched as part of the ongoing terror case probe. Details regarding the outcome of these searches are still awaited by officials.
1991 Jammu railway station blast accused arrested after 35 years
A terrorist responsible for a 1991 bomb blast was arrested in Anantnag. Altaf Hussain Sheikh evaded police for thirty-five years while living as a businessman. He was apprehended by Jammu Railway Police after an intensive manhunt. The accused was presented before the TADA Court for further legal proceedings. This arrest concludes a long pursuit by law enforcement officials.
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Jammu and Kashmir: SIA raids nine locations in 1990 double murder case
Jammu and Kashmir Police's State Investigation Agency conducted multiple raids across the Union Territory. These searches are connected to the 1990 abduction and murder of Sarwanand Koul Premi and his son. The writer and his son were killed by terrorists thirty-six years ago in Anantnag. This investigation is part of reopened cases involving minority community members' killings.
279 candidates file nominations for first phase of J-K elections
A total of 279 candidates have filed their nomination papers for the first phase of Jammu and Kashmir's three-phase elections on September 18. The constituencies span across 24 assembly segments in seven districts. Anantnag district sees the highest number of nominations with 72 candidates. The scrutiny of nominations will take place on August 28, with withdrawals allowed by August 30.
Four soldiers injured in grenade attack by militants in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag
"Four soldiers sustained splinter injuries when terrorists lobbed a grenade on a road opening party of the Army at Shamsipora in Anantnag district," he added.
Militant injured during encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag dies at hospital
Zaheer Abbas Lone had sustained bullet injuries in the abdomen, a police official said. Lone was arrested in Baba Gund Khaleel area of Anantnag district after a brief exchange of fire during an anti-militancy operation on Thursday, he added.
Exchange of fire between security forces, militants in J&K's Anantnag
Security forces launched a cordon-and-search operation in the Srigufwara area of Anantnag district today following information about the presence of militants there, a police official said.
Another truck driver shot dead by militants in south Kashmir
On October 14, two terrorists, including a suspected Pakistani national, shot dead the driver of a truck having Rajasthan registration number and assaulted an orchard owner in Shopian district. The driver was identified as Sharief Khan..
Army major, militant killed, another officer and 2 jawans injured in Kashmir encounter
The encounter took place in the Achabal area in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir.
Grenade attack on polling station in Pulwama
Polling is being held in Pulwama and Shopian districts of Anantnag Lok Sabha constituency which also includes Anantnag and Kulgam districts as well.
10.3% polling in Anantnag’s Kulgam
Two youths sustained pellet injuries in clashes with the security forces in Kulgam district. Both were shifted to Srinagar for treatment, police said.
Congress demands revocation of ban on civilian traffic on J&K highway
The demand was raised by JKPCC president Gulam Ahmed Mir.
Separatist leader shot dead in Anantnag
Hafeezullah Mir was shot at by the gunmen at Achabal in Anantnag district this morning, a police official said.
Four CRPF personnel hurt in grenade attack by terrorists in Anantnag
Militants hurled a grenade towards security forces at Bijbehara in Anantnag district.
Militant killed in encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district
One militant, identified as Basit Ahmad Dar, was killed in the encounter. Dar had recently joined Hizbul Mujahideen militant outfit.
Curfew, restrictions in Kashmir, separatists call for a march
Clashes had broken out between protesters and security forces after Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani and his two associated were killed in an encounter.
Mobile internet services barred in three Kashmir districts
Mobile Internet services were today snapped in 3 districts of Kashmir Valley, including the summer capital, as a precautionary measure to maintain law and order.
In Kashmir, grenade blast and clashes mar Eid festivities
"Preliminary investigation reveals that a hand grenade exploded resulting in the death of Sheraz Ahmad due to splinter injuries," a police spokesman said, referring to the grenade blast incident in Anantnag district.
2 militants killed in encounter with security forces in J-K
"Two militants have been killed so far in an anti- insurgency operation in Larnoo area of Kokernag in Anantnag district," an Army official said.
Amarnath attack: Victims to be airlifted to Delhi; yatra to continue
Terrorists tonight killed 7 Amarnath pilgrims from Gujarat, including 6 women, and injured 32 others as they struck at a bus in Kashmir's Anantnag district.
Three structures gutted in separate incidents of fire in Kashmir
Fire broke out in the building of the Horticulture Department at Fruit Mandi in Parimpora area of the city, causing damage to the structure, an officer said.
Syed Ali Shah Geelani arrested for defying restrictions
Syed Ali Shah Geelani was today arrested by police after he tried to defy restrictions and march towards Anantnag district of south Kashmir.
Mehbooba Mufti takes oath as member of J&K Assembly
Mehbooba was elected to the state Assembly from Anantnag district for the fourth time on June 25 with an impressive margin of more than 12,000 votes.
Over 800 doctors, 4,000 para-medics to be appointed in J&K
Jammu and Kashmir government will appoint 800 doctors and 4,000 para-medics, besides setting a medical college in Anantnag district.
Yasin Malik, others detained on way to hold protest
Police today detained Mohammad Yasin Malik and his partymen to foil JKLF's plan to stage protest in Anantnag district against Pathribal encounter case.
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