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India.com
17 hours ago
- India.com
Chinese Satellite Phone, Spy Drones And Nomads: How Army Neutralised 2 Pahalgam Terrorists
Three Pakistani terrorists were killed in Operation Mahadev, a significant anti-terror operation launched by security forces on the outskirts of Srinagar in the Zabarwan Hills. The operation was a joint effort by the Jammu & Kashmir Police, Indian Army, and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). It took place in the Lidwas area near Dachigam National Park and Mount Mahadev, a strategically and symbolically significant location in the Zabarwan Range. Hence, the operation was called Operation Mahadev. The operation was initiated based on intelligence inputs gathered over 15 days, beginning with the detection of a Chinese satellite phone in the Baisaran area on July 11, 2025. Local nomads provided additional information confirming terrorist movements in the Dachigam forests. The operation was meticulously planned, involving drone surveillance and inputs from intercepted communications. Today, around 11:30 AM, security forces, including elite units like 4 Para, 24 Rashtriya Rifles (RR), and the SOG of Jammu & Kashmir Police, surrounded a group of three terrorists on Mulnar Peak near Lidwas Meadow, which falls in the Mount Mahadev area. The terrorists, caught resting in a tent, were neutralized in a swift and precise strike by the forces during intense firefighting. Three terrorists were killed and identified as high-value targets. The operation continued post-encounter to locate remaining associates believed to be scattered in the forested area. Drones and additional reinforcements were deployed to support ongoing search and combing operations. IGP Kashmir Vidhi Kumar Birdi said, "Operation Mahadev is continuing. As per the initial reports, three bodies have been observed and seem to be neutralized. It will take us some time for identification, and parties are still inside..." However, sources in the Army linking the operation to the Pahalgam attack said, "A top Lashkar-e-Taiba commander who was involved in the Pahalgam attack got killed. A Rs 20 lakh reward had been announced for information on him." He named him as Sulaiman. Another killed terrorist is said to be Yasir @ Harris. He is also suspected to be involved in the Pahalgam attack, and the third is said to be Abu Hamza, though there is no confirmation of his role in the Pahalgam attack as of now. Security forces recovered huge and modern arms and ammunition from the terrorists, including one M4 carbine, two AK-47 rifles, 17 rifle grenades, and Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs). These recoveries indicate the terrorists were heavily armed and planning further attacks. The operation was one of the most significant anti-terror actions since the Pahalgam attack, demonstrating the effectiveness of coordinated intelligence and security forces. The use of indigenous technology, such as drones, UAVs, and local intelligence from nomads, indicates how security forces are combing the forest areas after the Pahalgam attack. The operation coincided with a parliamentary debate on Operation Sindoor, India's retaliatory strikes in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir following the Pahalgam attack. The success of Operation Mahadev bolstered the government's stance amid opposition criticism over security lapses. While the neutralized terrorists were suspected to be linked to the Pahalgam attack, official confirmation of their identities is still awaited. The IGP said that identification would take time. Intelligence suggested that other associates of the neutralized terrorists might still be active in the region, prompting continued search operations. The rugged terrain of Dachigam and Lidwas posed challenges for tracking. The Chinar Corps updated progress on X, stating, 'OP MAHADEV - Update: Three terrorists have been neutralized in an intense firefight. Operation continues.' Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma, Northern Command chief, congratulated the forces for their swift action. He wrote on X, "Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, #ArmyCdrNC, compliments #ChinarCorps for their swift action and precise execution in neutralizing three terrorists in the ongoing operation #Mahadev in area #Lidwas. #IndianArmy stands by its commitment to keep #JammuKashmir terror-free. #NationFirst #IndianArmy" Operation Mahadev was a decisive strike against terrorism in Jammu & Kashmir, neutralizing three high-value LeT terrorists. It showcased the synergy of security forces, advanced technology, and intelligence-driven operations.
News18
a day ago
- Politics
- News18
3 Terrorists Believed Killed In Gunfight Near Srinagar's Dachigam In Big Army Operation
Last Updated: The encounter is part of a large-scale operation launched by the Indian Army and Jammu & Kashmir Police after gunshots were reported in the area earlier in the day. Three terrorists have been killed in a gunfight with security forces in the upper reaches of the Dachigam forest near Srinagar. The encounter unfolded as part of a large-scale joint operation by the Indian Army and Jammu & Kashmir Police, launched after gunshots were heard in the area earlier in the day. Top intelligence sources have confirmed that all three slain militants were foreign nationals affiliated with the Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba. They added that the encounter was the result of a month-long intelligence-based operation and clarified that it bears no connection to the recent terror attack in Pahalgam. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India.com
21-07-2025
- India.com
Srinagar Police Attach Property Worth Rs 1.5 Crore Under NDPS Act
Srinagar Police on Monday said that in another significant move to combat the drug menace and dismantle the infrastructure supporting narcotics trafficking, a residential property worth approximately Rs 1.5 crore was attached under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. In a handout, the police stated that the attached property comprises a two-storied residential house along with 1 kanal 4 marlas of land. The property belongs to Gulzar Ahmad Bhat, son of Late Abdul Rehman Bhat, a resident of Budoo Bagh Khanyar, Srinagar, as per revenue records. The property is currently in the possession of his son, Suhail Ahmad Bhat, a notorious drug peddler involved in an NDPS case. The accused has a history of involvement in drug peddling, primarily targeting local youth, thereby posing a grave threat to public health and safety. Investigations revealed that the property was acquired through proceeds from illicit drug trafficking. Acting under Sections 68-E and 68-F of the NDPS Act, Srinagar Police formally seized and attached the immovable property following the due legal process. The property cannot be sold, transferred, or otherwise dealt with without prior approval from the competent authority. This development marks a decisive step in the broader strategy of Jammu & Kashmir Police to dismantle the financial infrastructure of narcotics networks. Jammu and Kashmir Police continues to maintain a zero-tolerance approach towards drug-related crimes, aiming to safeguard the community especially its vulnerable youth from the dangers of substance abuse. Srinagar Police urges all citizens to actively participate in the fight against drugs by sharing any relevant information. Public cooperation is essential to ensuring a safe, healthy, and drug-free Srinagar.
Time of India
20-07-2025
- Time of India
Four booked for duping jobseekers; PSA slapped on two criminals in Jammu
Representative image JAMMU: Jammu & Kashmir Police's Crime Branch has registered three separate cases against fraudsters, including one already in custody, for allegedly duping several jobseekers of Rs 1.5 crore on the pretext of providing govt jobs, officials said Sunday. Crime Branch (Jammu) SSP Benam Tosh said the FIRs were registered on the basis of separate complaints. He said an FIR was registered against Ajay Kumar of Doda district on two complaints by six victims who claimed he had duped them of Rs 1.06 crore. Another FIR was registered against suspended govt school teacher Jameel Anjum of Jammu on the basis of a joint complaint by nine victims. Anjum, currently in judicial custody in a separate case, duped them of Rs 39 lakh, the SSP said. The third FIR was registered against Iftikhar Ali and Nazir Ali of Ramban district following a complaint by Mohd Taki. Meanwhile, police detained two criminals under the stringent Public Safety Act (PSA). Mohd Tahir, a native of Reasi district now living in Jammu's Bhatindi area, has a long criminal history. He was detained on the district magistrate's order and lodged in Kathua district jail, a police spokesperson said. Another criminal, Hafizullah, of Nilote-Assar village in Doda, was detained and lodged in Bhaderwah jail.
The Hindu
02-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Special cells to reopen cases of militancy victims in J&K
The Jammu & Kashmir Police on Wednesday (July 2, 2025) started circulating special phone numbers to reopen cases of victims of militancy in the Union Territory and identify the perpetrators currently working in government departments. According to the J&K Police, dedicated grievance-cum-helpline cells have been set up in Anantnag, Awantipora, Budgam, Baramulla and Sopore in the Kashmir division. Similar helplines are being set up in the Jammu region with Doda district already establishing one such cell. 'This initiative is intended to facilitate the registration and resolution of grievances of terrorism-affected families across the district. Victims or their kin can approach the helpline numbers to register grievances or seek assistance,' the police said. Police said affected individuals, or their families, can contact the helpline number by voice call, SMS and WhatsApp on all working days between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. The fresh measure came a day after J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha discussed the cases where the victims were 'brutally killed by Pakistan-backed terrorists'. He directed the Deputy Commissioners and Senior Superintendents of Police to reopen cases, 'which were deliberately buried and file an FIR and ensure jobs are provided to Next of Kins (NoKs) on priority'. Mr. Sinha directed them to take immediate measures to free properties of the families of terror victims and land grabbed by terrorists or their sympathisers. 'Identify those elements from the terror ecosystem who were involved in killing of common Kashmiris and currently working in government departments. Financial assistance under MUDRA and handholding must be extended to the terror victim family members who want to start their self-employment venture,' the Lieutenant Governor told officials. Mr. Sinha, using special powers under Article 311, has already terminated services of around 70 government employees in J&K on the basis of reports filed by the security agencies.
