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Jammu and Kashmir Minister Javed Ahmed Rana called for a long-term disaster mitigation plan in Poonch after rain-related incidents claimed 18 lives. He directed officials to identify landslide and flash flood zones, restore damaged infrastructure and ensure timely relief and rehabilitation

Authorities in Anantnag demolished the houses of two active Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists overnight on Thursday. The crackdown followed the killing of Head Constable Ashiq Hussain, who was on Amarnath Yatra security duty when shot dead at Lal Chowk

India rejected Pakistan’s remarks at the UN, stating the Indus Waters Treaty cannot function amid cross-border terrorism. It reaffirmed Jammu and Kashmir as an integral part of India, while stressing sovereign control over natural resources and transparent, accountable governance during the Security Council debate

A policeman was killed in a terrorist attack in Anantnag town after bike-borne terrorists opened fire on him during patrol duty. Security forces launched a search operation and sealed the area amid heightened security arrangements for the ongoing Amarnath Yatra

Suspected terrorists opened fire on a police party in Anantnag’s Lal Chowk area of Jammu and Kashmir, injuring a head constable on Wednesday. The officer was hospitalized, while security forces sealed the area and launched a search operation to trace the attackers

Heavy rainfall disrupted rescue operations in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch and Rajouri after flash floods and landslides killed 12 people and left several missing. Rescue teams faced difficult conditions due to swollen streams, slippery terrain and poor visibility amid continued rain

At least 11 people were killed and seven remain missing after torrential rains triggered flash floods and landslides in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch and Rajouri districts. Rescue operations are underway as authorities provide relief and monitor the worsening weather situation

Authorities temporarily suspended the Amarnath, Mata Vaishno Devi and Shiv Khori pilgrimages after the IMD forecast widespread rainfall across Jammu and Kashmir. Pilgrim movement was halted from base camps as officials prioritised safety and awaited improved weather and route conditions

Heavy rains triggered landslides and flash floods in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district, killing four people, including three women, and leaving several others missing. Rescue teams intensified operations in the worst-affected Surankote area to assist stranded residents and search for the missing

The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi and Amarnath Yatras were temporarily suspended due to adverse weather in Jammu and Kashmir. Authorities halted pilgrim movement from base camps as a precaution, assuring devotees that services will resume after weather and route safety assessments

Flash floods triggered by incessant rainfall inundated Rajouri town in Jammu and Kashmir, forcing hundreds to evacuate as rivers overflowed. Vehicles were swept away, homes flooded, and rescue teams launched relief operations while authorities warned of more heavy rainfall through July 23

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed deep concern over activist Sonam Wangchuk’s deteriorating health on his 19th day of fasting. Abdullah urged the Centre to show "humanity and compassion" and engage in dialogue over the NEET exam row

Intelligence inputs indicate Lashkar-e-Taiba is exploring maritime infiltration routes with alleged ISI support after land routes became difficult. Security agencies are monitoring possible water channels in Jammu and Kashmir and Gujarat, while enhancing surveillance against potential terror infiltration attempts

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah confirmed that National Conference legislators will travel to New Delhi on July 19 for a statehood protest at Jantar Mantar, executing the plan despite pending police permissions and internal party absenteeism

Security forces busted a terrorist hideout in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district during a joint search operation, recovering 246 rounds of General Purpose Machine Gun ammunition before destroying the hideout. No arrests were made in connection with the recovery

Security forces launched a massive search operation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district after CCTV footage showed two suspected terrorists moving through Thanamandi villages. Police, CRPF and Army teams are conducting coordinated searches across forested areas to trace the individuals

Intelligence officials say Hizbul Mujahideen has begun a fresh recruitment drive with a greater focus on Pakistani fighters, infiltration and reviving separatist sentiment in Jammu and Kashmir. Security agencies have cautioned that the outfit's renewed efforts should not be underestimated

A 61-year-old pilgrim from Nepal died after falling seriously ill while returning from the Amarnath cave shrine via the Baltal route. In a separate incident, four Amarnath Yatra pilgrims sustained minor injuries in a taxi accident in Banihal and are stable

A self-styled Lashkar-e-Taiba commander was killed in a joint anti-terror operation by security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district. The operation, launched on July 3, continued for five days after terrorists were spotted hiding in a dense orchard

A self-styled Lashkar-e-Taiba commander, Zakir Ahmad Ganie, was killed in a joint anti-terror operation by security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district. The operation, launched on July 3, continues as forces search for another trapped terrorist