Three Civilians Found Dead in Kathua; Terrorism Suspected

Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir have launched a probe into the deaths of three civilians, with officials pointing to a possible terror connection.

The bodies of Varun Singh, 15, and his uncles Yogesh Singh, 32, and Darshan Singh, 40, were discovered in a rivulet in the remote Malhar area of Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir, after they went missing on March 5 while attending a wedding.
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has ordered a thorough investigation, promising justice and support for the victims' families.
Union Minister Jitendra Singh and local leaders have raised concerns about a potential terror angle, with Singh citing a 'deep conspiracy' to disrupt the peace in the area.
The incident has sparked protests and a shutdown in Billawar, with locals demanding intensified anti-terror operations and improved security measures.
A special investigation team has been formed, and post-mortems have been conducted; authorities are examining all angles, including terrorist involvement, while awaiting further findings.