Overview

• Searches were carried out at eight locations in Srinagar, Baramulla, Anantnag, Kupwara, Handwara, Pulwama and Shopian under warrants from a special NIA-designated court.
• The case cites IPC sections 505 and 153-A and UAPA sections 13 and 18, with seven suspects detained for questioning and digital evidence seized for examination.
• Officials say the probe targets individuals allegedly exploiting media and activism platforms with suspected links to secessionist groups and Pakistan-based handlers via encrypted apps.
• The Indian Army’s White Knight Corps reports an ongoing encounter in Kishtwar after contact with terrorists on the evening of September 19 near the Doda–Udhampur border.
• In a separate Poonch operation, troops working with J&K Police dismantled a hideout and recovered an AK-series rifle, four magazines, 20 hand grenades and other war-like stores.