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The search operation turned into an encounter after the militant fired upon the forces who then retaliated. (Representational image | PTI)

J&K: Hizbul Mujahideen militant killed in Pulwama encounter

Security forces launched cordon and search operation in Babgund area of Pulwama during the night after inputs of the presence of militants.

13 Oct 2018 2:59 PM

Public transport remained off the roads in most places but few private vehicles could be seen plying in the city, officials said. (Representational image | AP)

Separatists call strike in Kashmir after killing of scholar-turned-militant

Separatists called for shutdown after PhD scholar-turned-Hizbul Mujahideen leader Manan Wani was killed in encounter with security forces.

12 Oct 2018 2:32 PM

The security officials termed Wani’s killing as a “major success” against militants and militancy in the State. (Representational Image | PTI)

AMU PhD scholar who joined Hizbul among 2 militants killed in J&K

Wani was pursuing higher studies at Aligarh Muslim University but in January he returned to his home state only to join Hizb-ul-Mujahideen.

11 Oct 2018 4:17 PM

The encounter broke out in the early hours at Satgund in Handwara following a specific intelligence about presence of Wani, 27, along with two others. (Representational image | PTI)

J&K: Two Hizbul Mujahideen militants killed in Handwara encounter

Those killed included PhD scholar-turned-terrorist Manan Bashir Wani who was enrolled at Aligarh Muslim University before joining militancy.

11 Oct 2018 10:25 AM

In Noorbagh, an area on the outskirts of Srinagar, a gunfight broke out after security forces launched an operation following inputs that some terrorists could be taking shelter at a house in the area. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

3 encounters break out in J&K, operations underway

Internet service has been suspended in Anatnag, Srinagar and Budgam districts where the encounter broke out.

27 Sep 2018 8:00 AM

Earlier on Sunday, another encounter had broke out between security personnel and terrorists in Mir Mohalla Airpal Tral area of Pulwama district. (Representational image)

J&K: One soldier, 3 terrorists killed after security forces foil infiltration bid

Two other terrorists were killed in the operation on Sunday. Search operations are underway.

24 Sep 2018 3:30 PM

The encounter broke out after the militants fired upon the forces who retaliated, a police official said. (Representational image | PTI)

J&K: One militant killed in Pulwama encounter, search operations on

A cordon and search operation in Dar Ganie Gund village in Tral's Aribal area turned into an encounter when militants fired upon the forces.

23 Sep 2018 11:14 AM

Deferred Visuals: Following information about presence of militants, security personnel launched a cordon and search operation in the forests of Sumlar area in the district. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

J&K: One terrorist killed in Bandipora encounter, search operations continue

The identity of the terrorist however has not yet been ascertained.

20 Sep 2018 4:40 PM

Deferred visuals: A total of five militants were believed to be engaged in the encounter. (Photo: Twitter | @ANI)

J&K: 5 terrorists gunned down by security forces in Kulgam encounter

Train services have been suspended in the valley due to apprehensions of law and order problems.

15 Sep 2018 8:35 AM

A cordon and search operation was launched by security forces this morning in Arampora area of Sopore in the north Kashmir district after intelligence input about presence of militants in the area, a police official said. (Representational image)

J&K: Encounter underway in Baramulla, two terrorists killed

One of the terrorists was the mastermind behind the Sopore IED blast in which four policemen were martyred, the J&K police said.

13 Sep 2018 2:35 PM

Security forces had launched a cordon and search operation in Hajin area following information about presence of militants there, a police official said. (Representational image)

J&K: Two terrorists killed, exchange of fire ongoing in Bandipora encounter

A search operation turned into an encounter after militants opened fire towards security forces positions.

30 Aug 2018 9:26 AM

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Diyarwani in Batamaloo area of the city early Sunday morning following a tip-off about the presence of militants in the area. (Photo: ANI/Twitter)

J&K: 1 cop killed, 4 security personnel injured in encounter with militants

Mobile internet service has been snapped in the city as a precautionary measure, an official said.

12 Aug 2018 8:16 AM

Jatt escaped from police custody on February 6 while he was being taken to Shri Maharaja Hari Singh Hospital for a medical examination. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

LeT militant Naveed Jatt, who escaped this year, seen at terrorist funeral

Photographs of Jatt offering gun salute to Waqar Ahmad Sheikh at his funeral in Shopian's Malikgund have surfaced on social media.

05 Aug 2018 11:14 AM

Two militants, belonging to the LeT, were killed in the crossfire. (Representational Image)

Two LeT terrorists gunned down in encounter with security forces in J&K

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Lal Chowk area which turned into encounter after terrorists started firing.

25 Jul 2018 12:20 PM

Intermediate firing is underway in the area and more forces have been rushed to the spot. (Photo: ANI/Twitter)

J&K encounter: 1 jawan killed, another injured in Kupwara

Security forces began search operation in Kupwara's Badi Behak and Sangal areas, in an exchange of fire between the forces and terrorists.

11 Jul 2018 6:27 PM

A Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist was killed during the encounter in Thamuna village on Friday.(Representational Image/ PTI)

Doctor saves many injured in clash during J&K encounter; only casualty his son

Faizan Ahmad Khan, 16, was among those hurt in clash between stone-pelters and security forces during encounter with terrorists in Thamuna.

01 Jul 2018 8:49 AM

Internet services were suspended in Kulgam soon after the encounter began. (Representational Image)

J&K: Two LeT militants killed, another surrenders in Kulgam encounter

The encounter began on Sunday afternoon when operations to clear a national highway ahead of the Amarnath Yatra were being carried out.

24 Jun 2018 4:30 PM

The encounter broke out after security forces launched cordon and search operation in Badigam village in Zainapora area. (Photo: ANI)

J&K encounter: After 5 terrorists, 5 civilians killed in clashes with forces

The five terrorists gunned down include Kashmir university professor and top Hizbul Mujahideen commander Saddam Padder.

06 May 2018 12:36 PM

Gunfight in Badigam village in Zainapora area is underway. (Photo: ANI/Twitter)

J&K: Four terrorists killed in encounter with security forces in Shopian

Acting on information about the presence of militants in Zainapora area, security forces had launched a cordon and search operation.

06 May 2018 8:34 AM

One of the slain militants has been identified as Sameer Tiger, a senior Hizbul Mujahideen commander. (Photo: File)

J&K: 2 Hizbul militants, 1 civilian killed in encounter in Pulwama district

An Army major and a soldier were also injured in the encounter, officials said.

30 Apr 2018 4:41 PM

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