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Time of India
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Soldier killed during encounter with terrorists in J&K's Kishtwar
File photo NEW DELHI: A soldier was killed in an encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar on Thursday. "During the ongoing operation, fierce gunfight is continuing. One of our bravehearts sustained grievous injuries in the exchange of fire and has succumbed despite best medical efforts," White Knight Corps posted on X. Earlier, the officials said that joint security forces launched a cordon and search operation (CASO) after receiving specific intelligence about the presence of a group of three to four terrorists. 'The cordon was tightened to engage the terrorists and to ensure that they are unable to escape. As the joint forces came closer, the hiding terrorists opened fire, triggering an encounter which is now going on. Three to four Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) terrorists are reported to be holed up,' an official told news agency IANS. Naming the operation 'Op Trashi,' the White Knight Corps of the Indian Army said in a post on its X handle: 'Contact has been established with #terrorists during a joint #operation with @JmuKmrPolice at #Chhatru, #Kishtwar today morning. Additional troops have been inducted, and operations are ongoing to neutralise the terrorists.' Joint forces have intensified operations against terrorists, their overground workers (OGWs), and sympathisers in Jammu and Kashmir. The operations intensified after April 22, when Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists segregated tourists based on religion and killed 26 civilians, including 25 tourists and a local resident, at the Baisaran meadow in Pahalgam. The cowardly terrorist act outraged the entire nation. In response, India launched Operation Sindoor by carrying out precision-guided strikes targeting terrorist infrastructure in Muridke near Lahore, Bahawalpur, Kotli, and Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-occupied Jammu & Kashmir (PoJK). However, India agreed to pause the military operations after Pakistan reached out at the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) level for the ceasefire. Massive hunt for terrorists in the Valley Last Thursday, security forces shot dead three Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists during a gunfight in Tral area of south Kashmir, which was the second clash in the region in 48 hours after three Lashkar-e-Taiba men were killed. Terrorists Asif Ahmad Sheikh, Amir Nazir Wani, and Yawar Ahmad Bhat — all three Kashmir natives — were killed after forces launched an operation in Nader Tral based on intelligence inputs. Drones were deployed during the operation to locate hideouts. 'Sharing such content can unintentionally promote extremist propaganda and may affect ongoing investigations,' a police spokesperson said. The public was also asked to stay away from the site. The Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists, including local commander Shahid Kuttay, were killed on May 13 in Shopian. Another Pakistani terrorist was gunned down in March in Handwara. With six terrorist fatalities last week, officials said only seven local militants now remain active — the lowest figure since 1990.
New Indian Express
21-05-2025
- New Indian Express
Terrorists disguised in military fatigue pose new threat: Indian security forces
NEW DELHI: After the Pahalgam terror attack, security forces in Jammu and Kashmir are skeptical of terrorists disguising themselves as armed forces officers, complicating their anti-terrorist efforts and endangering civilians who may not be able to distinguish between officers and disguised terrorists, officials said on Wednesday. Recently, in at least three separate incidents including the Pahalgam attack, terrorists were found wearing uniforms similar to that of the armed forces. On April 22, heavily armed terrorists from The Resistance Front (TRF) opened fire indiscriminately on tourists in Baisaran Valley. The attackers were mistaken for Indian armed forces officers due to their attire. Even as investigators believe that some of the terrorists involved in the Pahalgam attack may still be hiding in South Kashmir, the Indian forces in response launched air strikes on terror camps located in Pakistan and Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK), marking one of the most aggressive military actions since the Balakot air strikes in 2019. Incidentally, in the post Pahalgam attack encounter with terrorists, three Jaish-e-Mohammad operatives - Asif Ahmad Sheikh, Amir Nazir Wani and Yawar Ahmad Bhat - were neutralised in an intense gunfight and following retrieval of their bodies, it was found that all of them were dressed in clothes that resembled uniforms of Indian armed forces.
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First Post
20-05-2025
- Politics
- First Post
A challenge after Pahalgam: Terrorists disguised in unforms spark security concerns
Last week, three terrorists – Asif Ahmad Sheikh, Amir Nazir Wani, and Yawar Ahmad Bhat – were killed in an encounter in Tral. All three of these terrorists were reportedly wearing uniforms, and their outfits, especially their jackets, are being investigated read more A new problem has been keeping up security forces in Jammu and Kashmir after days of turmoil following the Pahalgam terrorist attack. In at least three incidents, officials have identified terrorists disguised in uniforms infiltrating the border. The April 22 attack in Pahalgam was also planned in a similar fashion, where terrorists linked to The Resistance Front dressed in military fatigues resembling those worn by Indian forces, opened fire on tourists. Last week, three terrorists – Asif Ahmad Sheikh, Amir Nazir Wani, and Yawar Ahmad Bhat – were killed in an encounter in Tral. All three of these terrorists were reportedly wearing uniforms, and their outfits, especially their jackets, are being investigated. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD While India was responding to Pakistan's unprovoked actions under Operation Sindoor on May 10, a guard at the high-security Nagrota Military Station in Jammu stopped a suspected intruder. The person, possibly dressed in army clothes, tried to break in but was pushed back after a brief exchange of gunfire. Terrorists disguised in military outfits have sparked a major concern among security forces, with officials fearing that such a tactic could lead to deadly confusion, especially in fast-paced situations. A senior intelligence officer told News18, 'This tactic is not only dangerous but deeply deceptive. It's a direct attempt to erode the trust between civilians and uniformed forces.' Officials reported that the issue was also addressed during a high-level meeting in Delhi attended by senior members of India's security network. In response, security agencies are now reassessing standard operating procedures, especially at checkpoints and popular tourist spots, to better tackle this emerging threat.
News18
20-05-2025
- News18
Terrorists Disguised In Uniforms Like Forces Spark Concern In J&K After Pahalgam Horror
Last Updated: Officials fear the use of lookalike uniforms could lead to deadly confusion, especially during fast-moving operations or when civilians need to distinguish friend from foe A worrying trend is emerging in Jammu and Kashmir where, in at least three incidents, terrorists disguised themselves in uniforms like the forces, complicating efforts by both civilians and actual security personnel to identify threats. The most devastating of these attacks occurred on April 22 in Pahalgam, where heavily armed terrorists from The Resistance Front opened fire indiscriminately on tourists in Baisaran Valley. The attackers, wearing uniforms resembling those of Indian forces, killed 26 people, including a naval officer and a Nepali national, and injured several others in what is now considered the deadliest terror strike in India since the 26/11 Mumbai attacks. In a swift and unprecedented response, Indian forces launched strikes on terror camps located in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK), marking one of the most aggressive military actions since the Balakot air strikes in 2019. Investigators believe that some of the terrorists involved in the Pahalgam attack may still be hiding in South Kashmir. While the search for Pahalgam's perpetrators is on, in a recent encounter in Tral, three Jaish-e-Mohammad operatives—Asif Ahmad Sheikh, Amir Nazir Wani, and Yawar Ahmad Bhat—were killed in an intense gunfight. Notably, all three were also found dressed in clothes that resembled uniforms of Indian forces. Their uniforms, especially a jacket, and equipment are now being scrutinised. In another incident when India was dealing with Pakistan's unprovoked escalation to Operation Sindoor on May 10, an alert sentry at the high-security Nagrota Military Station in Jammu foiled a suspected infiltration attempt. The intruder, possibly dressed in military fatigues, attempted to breach the perimeter but was repelled in a brief exchange of fire. The sentry sustained minor injuries, and a search operation was launched to track the suspect. The Army's White Knight Corps stated that heightened alertness and prompt action prevented a potential disaster. The use of lookalike uniforms by terrorists has now become a major security concern. Officials fear it could lead to deadly confusion, especially during fast-moving operations or when civilians need to distinguish friend from foe. 'This tactic is not only dangerous but deeply deceptive," said a senior intelligence officer. 'It's a direct attempt to erode the trust between civilians and uniformed forces." Officials say the matter was also discussed in a high-level meeting in Delhi with various top officials of India's security grid. Security agencies are now reviewing standard operating procedures, particularly at checkpoints and tourist areas, to counter this growing challenge. First Published: May 20, 2025, 09:07 IST
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
3 more terrorists killed in Kashmir, total 6 in 48 hours
SRINAGAR/JAMMU: Security forces shot dead three Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists Thursday during a gunfight in Tral area of south Kashmir, the second clash in the region in 48 hours after three men were killed Tuesday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Terrorists Asif Ahmad Sheikh , Amir Nazir Wani, and Yawar Ahmad Bhat — all three Kashir natives — were killed after forces launched an operation in Nader Tral based on intelligence inputs. Drones were deployed during the operation to locate hideouts, officials said. Police urged residents to avoid sharing visuals of the gunfight. 'Sharing such content can unintentionally promote extremist propaganda and may affect ongoing investigation,' a police spokesperson said. Public was also asked to stay away from the site. The Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists, including local commander Shahid Kuttay, were killed Tuesday in Shopian. Another Pakistani terrorist was gunned down in March in Handwara. With six terrorist fatalities this week, officials said only seven local militants now remain active — the lowest figure since 1990. In Jammu division, forces launched a search in Reasi district's Bhaga forest after a woman reported two suspicious men late Wednesday. Another joint operation continued for a second day in Kathua's Ghagwal area, where two men in military uniforms approached a home and asked for water before claiming to head to their 'camp'. Amid heightened security, GOC of White Knight Corps Lt Gen P K Mishra visited forward areas in Rajouri and Poonch with Maj Gen Manish Gupta of Romeo Force. Stops included Narian, Jarran Wali Gali, and Tota Gali sectors. 'He applauded troops' grit and professionalism, calling for razor-sharp readiness and high morale,' said an Army spokesperson. His visit followed heavy Pakistani shelling from May 7 to 10 that killed over 20 people, including security personnel, women, and children, and left at least 50 wounded.
