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Security Forces Engage Terrorists in Ongoing Encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua District

The operation follows reports of suspicious movement near the Indo-Pak border, with reinforcements deployed and search operations underway in other districts.

 Encounter between security forces and terrorists in Kathua
Security personnel keeping strict vigil during a joint search operation launched by Jammu and Kashmir Police and troops of Rising Star Corps on an input regarding the presence of terrorists at Sanyal in Hiranagar sector of Kathua on Sunday. (ANI Photo)
The forest where the encounter has erupted is close to the international border, informed an intelligent official. (File)
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Overview

  • An encounter between security forces and suspected terrorists is ongoing in Sanyal village, Hiranagar sector, Kathua district, Jammu and Kashmir.
  • The operation began after intelligence reports indicated suspicious movement near the Indo-Pak border in the area.
  • Reinforcements have been sent to the encounter site, and intermittent exchanges of fire have been reported.
  • In a separate operation, a terrorist hideout was discovered in the Bhalra forest area of Doda district, leading to the recovery of weapons and ammunition, including a pistol and AK rifle rounds.
  • Additional search operations have been launched in Sangla, Surankot, Poonch district, following reports of suspicious activity in the region.