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Security forces intensified anti-terror operations in Chatroo, Kishtwar, against Jaish-e-Mohammad militants, amid heavy snowfall. Multiple encounters since January 18 caused casualties, while mobile internet remains suspended to prevent misuse. Searches continue in Poonch for two suspected terrorists

While one soldier died of splinter injuries caused by a grenade explosion, the another died of bullet injury in the head

The encounter began on Thursday at Check Mohalla Nowpora in the Sopore area of north Kashmir.

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Zanigam village in the Beerwah area of Budgam district following information about the presence of militants there.

The militants made an abortive bid during the night to infiltrate into the Indian side of the LoC in Machil sector in north Kashmir's Kupwara district.