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Time of India
6 days ago
- Time of India
Encounter in J&K: Soldier killed, 3 terrorists trapped
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel The Army on Thursday said that one soldier was killed and another injured in an ongoing operation in Chatru area of Kishtwar in Jammu and White Knight Corps of the Indian Army informed that contact was established with the infiltrators in the forest area of Singhpora of Chatru on Thursday morning and the operation continued till late evening. The officials said two to three infiltrators were trapped in the cordon the armed forces had laid in the forest area between Shari and Mandral Dhok. "Additional troops have been inducted, and operations are ongoing to neutralise the terrorists," read the official statement of the White Knight a few hours of the operation, they said fierce gunfight was continuing. "One of our bravehearts sustained grievous injuries in the exchange of fire and has succumbed despite best medical efforts. Operation is in progress," they said. The officials informed that another army man was also injured in the initial exchange of April 12, three foreign infiltrators were killed in the same area and the army informed that an AK rifle, an M4 Rifle and other equipment were recovered from the spot. The officials claimed that a top Jaish-e-Muhammad commander was killed in that encounter."We had recovered seven backpacks from the encounter spot and three were killed on April 12. It seems that this group is part of that larger group whose backpacks we had recovered. We have been following the leads regarding this group since then," a senior army official said.
India Today
18-05-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Top Lashkar terrorist behind 3 big attacks in India killed in Pakistan
A top Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) operative, Saifullah Khalid, accused of orchestrating several high-profile terror attacks in India, has been killed in Pakistan's Sindh province, sources told India Today TV on Sunday. He was attacked by some unknown was a key conspirator in three major attacks: the 2005 Indian Science Congress (ISC) attack in Bangalore, the 2006 attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) headquarters in Nagpur and the 2008 CRPF camp assault in attacks, carried out over a span of three years, claimed several lives and marked a massive escalation in LeT's operations on Indian soil. Operating under the alias 'Vinode Kumar,' Khalid was based in Nepal for several years, where he lived under a false identity and married a local woman, Nagma Nepal, he is believed to have coordinated activities for LeT, maintaining a low profile while playing a crucial role in recruitment and recently, Khalid had shifted his base to Matli in the Badin district of Sindh province in Pakistan. There, he continued working for Lashkar-e-Taiba, a UN-proscribed Pakistani terrorist group and its front organisation Jamaat-ud-Dawa, primarily focusing on recruitment and fund collection for terror week, three more Lashkar terrorists, including 'Operations Commander' Shahid Kuttay, were killed in an encounter with security forces in south Kashmir's Shopian and the other two, Adnan Shafi, a resident of the Vanduna Melhura area of Shopian, and Ahsan ul Haq Sheikh, a resident of Murran area of the neighbouring Pulwama district, were killed in the Shukroo Keller area. Two AK series rifles, a large quantity of ammunition, grenades, and other war-like stores were found in their who was the Operations Commander of LeT in south Kashmir, promoted terrorist recruitment in Kashmir, also misled many young men and killed many innocent people, an official told news agency PTI.
Time of India
17-05-2025
- Time of India
Suit up for bigger threats: Advanced bullet-resistant equipment for Delhi cops
AI Image NEW DELHI: Amid a higher threat perception, Delhi Police is procuring advanced protective gear to bolster its frontline deployment and enhance personnel safety. A substantial quantity of bullet-resistant equipment is being acquired, police sources said. The force is procuring around 7,900 bullet-resistant vests and helmets that will offer 3A-level protection from handguns and similar weapons. Another 7,930 jackets offering advance level 5 protection are also being acquired for protection against threats from assault rifles and weapons of that grade. Also being bought are 1,493 bullet-resistant patkas for use by some cops, including those of the Sikh faith, a senior officer revealed. The patka includes a steel band covered with expandable polyethylene sheet or EVA foam sheet for added protection. "The patka also features a suitable disruptive cover with strapping harness and arrangement for air circulation besides a high-density foam trauma pad with a water-resistant cover to minimise shot impacts," the officer said. Delhi Police has also set in motion the procurement of 1,000 bullet-proof visors for face protection. To ensure seamless connectivity, 2,000 multi-accessory connectors are also being procured. The cops need advanced bulletproof vests and jackets to protect against high-velocity rifle rounds, which are increasingly common in terrorist attacks and violent crimes. Enhanced safety in urban warfare scenarios is also crucial, as Delhi is a densely populated urban space where police operations may involve complex scenarios. "These advanced protective gear will significantly enhance the safety and effectiveness of Delhi Police personnel, enabling them to respond more confidently to threats from criminals and terrorists," said an office at Police HQ. "The force is committed to modernising its capabilities and staying ahead of emerging threats." Police commissioner Sanjay Arora is learnt to have given his nod for the proposals. Officers said that the vests would not only be worn by cops going on raids but also by the front ranks during riots and agitations. Police sources said that the jackets being acquired would comply with the American National Institute of Justice standards, considered to be the world standard for bullet proof jackets. The level 3+ armour also has the ability to resist bullets of .357 bore and soft armour piercing rounds including 7.62x39mm steel core bullets used in AK series rifles and 7.62x51mm battle rifle rounds used in sniper rifles. Jackets of level 3A and beyond will protect the cops from bullets fired from a range of weapons like AK rifles, sten machine guns, M and carbines, etc. Apart from bullets, the jackets will also be able to stop stabs made with knives or ice-picks. The new vests are assumed to cost around Rs 1 lakh each, which is more than double the price of the older vests that cost Rs 40,000. However, the actual cost is yet to be confirmed. Sources said that before procurement, the jackets had to clear the test parameters fixed by the Bureau of Police Research and Development and the police modernisation division of the Union home ministry. The jackets are made of several layers of Kevlar sheets and metallic plates. They will protect the chest, back, ribs, groin and neck and will weigh less than 2.5kg, a standard for all kinds of armour. Explaining the features of the new jackets, an officer said that the vests would be abrasion proof, water and fire proof and treated for protection against ultraviolet ray exposure. The jackets are available in large and standard sizes, besides in the 'extra large' size. There has been a longstanding demand from police personnel for additional, higher safety jackets. Many of the jackets Delhi Police had till a few years ago were not just outdated but also heavy, weighing 11-13kg apiece, an officer recalled, adding that it was extremely difficult to wear these jackets for hours. A few years ago, a Delhi court expressed concerns at the city's ill-equipped policemen, after which the city police force had begun efforts to procure bulletproof jackets for senior field officers and personnel engaged in patrolling and on law-and-order duty as well as for commandos handling riots and terror attacks. The absence of bulletproof jackets or their poor quality has been known to have resulted in the deaths of several cops in the country. While top Mumbai policeman Hemant Karkare was a victim during the 26/11 terrorist attack, Delhi cop Mohan Chand Sharma died during the 2008 encounter at Batla House.
India Gazette
15-05-2025
- India Gazette
J-K: Three terrorists killed in Awantipora under Operation Nader
Awantipora (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 15 (ANI): Three terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in the Nader area of Jammu and Kashmir's Awantipora, the Indian Army said on Thursday, adding that the identity of the terrorists is being ascertained. The Chinar Corps shared a post on their official 'X' handle stating, 'Three hardcore terrorists have been eliminated in the ongoing Operation at Nader, Awantipora. Identity of terrorists is being ascertained', the 'X' post read. On the basis of special intelligence input, a joint operation was launched by Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in the Nader area of J-K's Tral in Awantipora in the morning hours of Thursday. Suspicious activity was observed by the troops and on being challenged, the terrorists opened heavy fire on the forces and a fierce gunfight ensued. The Chinar Corps of the Indian Army earlier today shared a post on their official 'X' handle and informed about the 'Operation Nader'. 'On 15 May 2025, based on specific intelligence input from Int agency, a Cordon & Search Operation was launched by Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and CRPF at Nader, Tral, Awantipora. Suspicious activity was observed by vigilant troops and on being challenged, terrorists opened heavy fire and fierce gunfight ensued. Operation is in progress', the 'X' post read. Following the Pahalgam terror attack, the Indian forces have intensified their operation against terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir. On Tuesday, the Indian Army, in a joint operation with the Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Central Reserve Police Force, neutralised three terrorists, including the local commander of Lashkar-e-Taiba/The Resistance Front (LeT/TRF), after an encounter. During the operation the security forces recovered AK series rifles, a large quantity of ammunition, grenades, and other war-like stores. In a post on X, the Indian Army's Additional Directorate General of Public Information (ADG PI) said, 'Based on inputs from intelligence agencies about the presence of terrorists in the Keller Forest of #Shopian District, Jammu & Kashmir, a joint operation was launched by #IndianArmy, @ Jmukmrpolice, and CRPF on 13 May 2025, resulting in the neutralisation of three hardcore terrorists, including the local commander of LeT/TRF, after an intense encounter. The operation comes on the heels of India achieving stupendous success in Operation Sindoor, where precision strikes destroyed terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and eliminated nearly 100 terror operatives at key bases in Pakistan. Among the targets were Bhawalpur, the headquarters of Jaish, and Muridke, a key training base of Lashkar. Notably, the Resistance Front (TRF) group actively involved in the insurgency in Jammu and Kashmir and is designated as a terrorist organisation in India. The outfit is believed to be a part of Lashkar-e-Taiba, a Pakistan-based UN-designated terrorist group. The TRF has claimed responsibility for the Pahalgam terror attack, in which 26 people were killed. (ANI)
News18
15-05-2025
- News18
Breakthrough In Pahalgam Terror Attack Case? Shopian And Tral Encounters May Offer Clues
Last Updated: Amid speculation about possible involvement of the killed terrorists with the Pahalgam module, officials told News18 that a technical investigation is being mounted Back-to-back encounters in Shopian and Tral in south Kashmir have raised hopes of a breakthrough in the Pahalgam terror attack case. Preliminary investigation suggests that the three people killed in Tral on Thursday are: Asif Ahmad Sheikh S/o Ghulam Mohd R/o Munghama Tral; Amir Nazir wani S/o Nazir R/o Khasipora Tral; and, Yawar Ahmad Bhat S/o Nazir Ahmad R/o Larrow Jagir, Tral. All three are suspected to be part of the Jaish-e-Mohammad terror group. Security forces on Thursday launched a cordon and search operation in the Nader Tral area of Awantipora in the south Kashmir district after receiving specific inputs about the presence of terrorists. The search operation turned into an encounter after the terrorists opened fire at the forces, who retaliated, officials said. The three terrorists were killed in the exchange of fire, they added. A day earlier, three other terrorists, including Shahid Kuttay and Adnan Shafi Dar, were gunned down in Shopian. The Indian Army said the Shopian operation was launched on Tuesday on the basis of intelligence about terrorists' presence in the area. 'The operation resulted in the neutralisation of three hardcore terrorists including the local commander of LeT/TRF after an intense encounter," the ADGPI said in a post on X. Two AK series rifles, a large quantity of ammunition, grenades, and other war-like stores were found in their possession, he said. Kuttay, an alleged active terrorist since March 2023, was suspected to be involved in multiple attacks, including the April 8 shooting at Danish Resort in Shopian, which left two German tourists and their driver injured. The family homes of Kuttay and Shafi Dar were demolished after the April 22 Pahalgam attack, in which Pakistan-backed terrorists killed 26 Indian tourists, including a naval officer, in J&K's Pahalgam. Amid speculation about possible involvement of the killed terrorists with the Pahalgam module, officials told News18 that a technical investigation is being mounted. 'The mobile phones found on the slain terrorists might hold some clue. It is being put through forensic test to ascertain if the slain terrorists had any role to play in Pahalgam," a top officer of the security grid told News18. It was slain terrorist Junaid Bhatt's phone that had given the local police and security grid details about Pakistani terrorists Hashim Musa, Ali Bhai and Anantnag resident Adil Hussain Thoker. The trio is suspected of killing the 26 tourists in Pahalgam. J&K Police have announced a Rs 20 lakh reward for any information on the trio. Junaid had allegedly conspired with Musa and others to carry out the terror attack at Sonmarg tunnel. He was subsequently killed in Dachigam and his phone provided viral clues. The National Investigation Agency (NIA), sources said, is likely to work with the Jammu and Kashmir Police on the Tral and Shopian encounter to look for possible evidence in the Pahalgam case which the federal agency is probing. Watch India Pakistan Breaking News on CNN-News18. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from politics to crime and society. Stay informed with the latest India news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! First Published: May 15, 2025, 13:05 IST
