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J&K activist Khurram Parvez booked under PSA after court orders release

J&K activist Khurram Parvez booked under PSA after court orders release

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

Parvez was arrested on September 16 and placed in administrative detention in a jail in Kupwara for allegedly posing an imminent threat of breach of peace.

Security forces 'hunt down' 102 terrorists in J&K in 2017

Security forces 'hunt down' 102 terrorists in J&K in 2017

Rediff.com14 Jul 2017

Earlier in 2010, the highest number of 156 terrorists were killed between January and July that year.

J-K govt approves withdrawal of stone-pelting cases against 9,730 people

J-K govt approves withdrawal of stone-pelting cases against 9,730 people

Rediff.com3 Feb 2018

Intense clashes had rocked Kashmir Valley in 2016 following the death of Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani in July that year, resulting in the death of over 85 people.

Terrorist behind bid to target CRPF convoy arrested

Terrorist behind bid to target CRPF convoy arrested

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

A CRPF vehicle had suffered slight damage when a Santro car went up in flames after an explosion at Tethar village, seven km from Banihal, shortly after a Jammu-bound convoy crossed the Jawahar Tunnel, the gateway to Kashmir valley.

J&K: Army seizes major arms cache

J&K: Army seizes major arms cache

Rediff.com21 Sep 2006

LeT top commander among 4 killed in J&K

LeT top commander among 4 killed in J&K

Rediff.com19 Dec 2005

4 militants four killed in J&K

Kashmir: 2 army men, 4 militants killed

Kashmir: 2 army men, 4 militants killed

Rediff.com20 Mar 2007

The slain militants are yet to be identified.

Major, two terrorists killed in J&K

Major, two terrorists killed in J&K

Rediff.com11 Jun 2004

Acting on a tip-off, troops of 18 JAK Rifles led by Major Sharma raided Mielyal village, the sources said.

Two top ultras gunned down in Kashmir

Two top ultras gunned down in Kashmir

Rediff.com29 Nov 2005

The police, assisted by Rashtriya Rifles, raided Neloora village of Pulwama district to flush out the hiding militants

35 security personnel killed in J&K quake

35 security personnel killed in J&K quake

Rediff.com8 Oct 2005

The Army has lost 21 soldiers due to bunkers caving in and damage to barracks along LoC in Rampur, Uri, Baramulla and Tangdhar sectors, a defence spokesman told PTI.

Flood alert sounded in Srinagar as Jhelum swells

Flood alert sounded in Srinagar as Jhelum swells

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

A flood alert was sounded in Srinagar city on Thursday as river Jhelum was flowing four feet above the danger mark after incessant rain, while 23 villages have been inundated by floods in south Kashmir districts of Anantnag and Kulgam.

BJP to hold nationwide stir demanding Rahul's apology

BJP to hold nationwide stir demanding Rahul's apology

Rediff.com15 Nov 2019

Nadda asked party workers to go to people and 'expose' the Congress's 'slander campaign' against the government.

Eight killed in J&K

Eight killed in J&K

Rediff.com12 Mar 2005

A civilian identified as Lal Hussain Gujjar was killed in an exchange of fire between militants. \n

Security forces killed 132 terrorists, including 6 commanders this year

Security forces killed 132 terrorists, including 6 commanders this year

Rediff.com10 Aug 2017

The number of terrorists killed in the past seven months this year is the highest in the same period over the past seven years.

Kashmir unrest: Separatists' march foiled; Geelani, Mirwaiz detained

Kashmir unrest: Separatists' march foiled; Geelani, Mirwaiz detained

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

Curfew remained in force in the five districts of Anantnag, Kulgam, Pulwama, Shopian and Baramulla.

J&K: Army starts probe into fake killings

J&K: Army starts probe into fake killings

Rediff.com21 Sep 2005

The families of the porters had received letters purportedly written by a soldier saying that they had been killed in a "staged encounter only for gallantary recognition."

Srinagar witnesses coldest night of season, shivers at minus 6.2 degrees Celsius

Srinagar witnesses coldest night of season, shivers at minus 6.2 degrees Celsius

Rediff.com29 Dec 2019

The minimum temperature across the Kashmir Valley and Ladakh Union Territory stayed several degrees below the freezing point, intensifying the cold wave in some areas in the region, an official of the Meteorological Department said. He said Srinagar city recorded the low of minus 6.2 degrees Celsius last night, down from minus 5.8 degree Celsius the previous night.

Five more cops held for link with J&K militants

Five more cops held for link with J&K militants

Rediff.com14 Jun 2003

They are being questioned about their involvement in the killing of former Home Minister Mushtaq Ahmad Lone last year and some suicide attacks on security forces.

Shah reviews J-K situation

Shah reviews J-K situation

Rediff.com16 Sep 2019

The home minister took stock of the situation and was briefed about the steps taken to maintain peace along border areas as well as in the Valley, a security official said.

In PHOTOS: India's RESPLENDENT 67th Republic Day parade

In PHOTOS: India's RESPLENDENT 67th Republic Day parade

Rediff.com26 Jan 2016

India's military prowess and multi-hued images of the country's rich cultural diversity and achievements in various fields were on display at the majestic Rajpath on Tuesday during 67th Republic Day parade which was graced by French President Francois Hollande as the chief guest.

J-K block development council polls on Oct 24

J-K block development council polls on Oct 24

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

The poll process for the second tier of the Panchayati Raj system will be completed by November 5, he said.

Pak's attempt to politicise Kashmir at UN failed: India

Pak's attempt to politicise Kashmir at UN failed: India

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

'The credibility of the messenger here is highly suspect. This is something which the global community is aware of'

Shopian protest: 12 injured in clashes, Yasin Malik detained

Shopian protest: 12 injured in clashes, Yasin Malik detained

Rediff.com13 Sep 2013

At least twelve persons, including ten security men were injured in clashes with security forces in Ganderbal, Bandipora, Srinagar and Baramulla districts as authorities detained separatist leader Mohammad Yasin Malik during protests against the recent killing of youths in CRPF firing in Shopian of Kashmir.

45 dead in 14 days: Curfew continues to paralyse Kashmir

45 dead in 14 days: Curfew continues to paralyse Kashmir

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

Fresh clashes broke out between protesters and security forces in Kashmir, even as Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh is set to visit the Valley on Saturday.

Threats keep people away from polls in Kashmir, heavy turnout in Jammu, Ladakh

Threats keep people away from polls in Kashmir, heavy turnout in Jammu, Ladakh

Rediff.com8 Oct 2018

A total of 3,372 nominations have been filed for 1,145 wards. The next phases take place on 10th, 13th and 16th October.

PDP, Cong alliance likely in J&K but BJP, NC cannot be ruled out

PDP, Cong alliance likely in J&K but BJP, NC cannot be ruled out

Rediff.com23 Dec 2014

With the results of the Jammu & Kashmir assembly elections out, hectic lobbying among the political parties has started, with a visible sign of the People's Democratic Party and the Congress warming-up to form the government.

Lift communication curbs, demands Kashmir Press Club

Lift communication curbs, demands Kashmir Press Club

Rediff.com24 Sep 2019

It added that there had been several reminders from the club to the government for freeing the communication of newspaper offices, journalists and the club itself.

Kashmir unrest: 33rd day of curfew paralyses life in Valley

Kashmir unrest: 33rd day of curfew paralyses life in Valley

Rediff.com10 Aug 2016

Restrictions on assembly of four or more people were in force in rest of the Valley as a precautionary measure to maintain law and order.

Sopore: 4 policemen killed in IED blast claimed by JeM

Sopore: 4 policemen killed in IED blast claimed by JeM

Rediff.com6 Jan 2018

The policemen were patrolling the area in view of a separatist-sponsored strike.

Pak drone loaded with arms shot down by BSF along IB

Pak drone loaded with arms shot down by BSF along IB

Rediff.com20 Jun 2020

This is the first such incident in Jammu region when a drone carrying arms and explosives was shot down by the BSF, frustrating Pakistan's attempt to smuggle weapons into the Union Territory using the hexacopter.

Alarming rise in local recruitment in terrorist groups: Report

Alarming rise in local recruitment in terrorist groups: Report

Rediff.com3 Jun 2018

As many as 20 more youths have joined the terrorist groups in the month of May which included Rouf from Ganderbal, a fourth-semester student pursuing a diploma course in government polytechnic, the officials said.

All eyes riveted on J-K, Jharkhand for poll results today

All eyes riveted on J-K, Jharkhand for poll results today

Rediff.com23 Dec 2014

Counting of votes will be held today in Jammu and Kashmir and Jharkhand which witnessed a record turnout in the multi-cornered contests to elect their assemblies.

Kashmir receives fresh rainfall; Army beings rescue operations

Kashmir receives fresh rainfall; Army beings rescue operations

Rediff.com1 Apr 2015

With the flood threat continuing to loom large over the valley, the Army has started the evacuation process in Srinagar as the city experienced fresh rainfall on Tuesday.

Kashmir cut off from rest of the country due to landslides

Kashmir cut off from rest of the country due to landslides

Rediff.com3 Feb 2017

Landslides have occurred near Ramban and Battery Cheshma which have forced the closure of the highway.

Army, BSF sound red alert against Pak drones

Army, BSF sound red alert against Pak drones

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

BSF troops guarding over 180 km of IB with Pakistan have strengthened their observation posts and 'listening posts' to keep a close watch against any intrusion by drones.

Zahid Ahmed Qureshi will study at IIT

Zahid Ahmed Qureshi will study at IIT

Rediff.com2 Jul 2015

The Kashmiri youth who cracked IIT entrance receives help from the Army.

Army guns down Hizb terrorist, 1 dies in firing at stone-pelting mob

Army guns down Hizb terrorist, 1 dies in firing at stone-pelting mob

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

The army had to had to aim at the crowd when jawans claimed to have been fired upon from the other side.

PHOTOS: Kashmir under water after incessant rains, flood

PHOTOS: Kashmir under water after incessant rains, flood

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

A flood alert was sounded on Thursday in Srinagar city as River Jhelum was flowing four feet above the danger mark after incessant rain, while 23 villages have been inundated by floods in south Kashmir districts of Anantnag and Kulgam.

Pathan's healing touch for J&K via cricket

Pathan's healing touch for J&K via cricket

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

'Jammu and Kashmir is a huge state, so to get the players together and put them on the right path, it is not easy, but I hope they will reap the benefits in the years to come.'