A terrorist was gunned down during a gunfight with security forces in Chatru forest area of Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district, the Army said on Friday. Exchange of fire is underway and more terrorists are suspected to be surrounded.
Based on specific intelligence, a joint search and destroy operation along with J&K Police was launched on 9th April in Chhatru forest Kishtwar. Contact was established late evening on the same day. The terrorists were effectively engaged and a firefight ensued.
Three terrorists have been neutralised so far. Despite hostile terrain and adverse weather, relentless operations by our brave soldiers continue, Army's 16 Corps said in a statement.
Suspicious vehicle seized
On Thursday, the Jammu and Kashmir Police have seized a "suspicious" vehicle bearing an India Post logo in Jammu and launched an investigation into its possible links to anti-national activities, officials said on Thursday.
The red-coloured vehicle, which lacked a number plate but displayed India Post markings, was intercepted during a routine check at Narwal late on Wednesday night. According to police, the driver fled the scene, abandoning the vehicle.
Upon inspection, officers discovered a specially modified compartment inside the vehicle, raising concerns that it might have been used to transport illegal materials for anti-national purposes, said SP (City) Ajay Sharma.
Preliminary indications also suggest the vehicle may have been involved in bovine smuggling in the region. The investigation is currently ongoing.
