'I thought I would perish': Everest survivor recounts ordeal
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Drug-Free J&K Campaign Reaches 19th District, LG Sinha Leads Padyatra in Kishtwar
Jammu, June 6: We are breaking the chain of the drug trade at every single link. Whether its cross-border smugglers, peddlers or the terror financiers- there is no safe haven. Our agencies are hunting down every narco-terrorist and permanently dismantling their networks, the Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha said on Saturday. He observed that over the last nearly two months, citizens from all walks of life, have walked streets across the Union Territory, shared the pain of affected families, and energized our youth. Our goal is to foster a grassroots resistance against drug abuse and end narco-terrorism, he said.The Lieutenant Governor was addressing the public rally at Kishtwar. The campaign has so far covered 19 districts of Jammu Kashmir, reinforcing a collective commitment to eradicate drugs from villages and towns. For 56 days I have pursued a single mission of eliminating every drug smuggler and narco-terrorist from this land. Narco-terrorists and drug smugglers, whether in Pulwama or Ramban, Kulgam or Kishtwar, must understand this truth that there will be no mercy for those who ruin the future of our young generation, the Lieutenant Governor said. He said under the leadership of Honble Prime Minister Narendra Modi, there is no mercy for narco-terrorists.We are ensuring that drug addicts who seek a path to recovery are provided all possible assistance and brought back to the mainstream with compassion and dignity. But compassion cannot be wasted on narco-terrorists who profit from others ruin, who thrive on destruction, who aim to drain the life from Kishtwars villages and towns. My objective is very clear that ruthless action will be taken against narco-terrorists while unwavering protection will be ensured for the innocent, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor said that although J&K Drug-Free Campaign is scheduled for 100 days, it marks the start of a much larger fight. He said eliminating this threat requires a marathon effort. It is a war of years, not a battle of weeks. Victory demands a unified, round-the-clock commitment. By mobilizing a whole-of-society approach, we will ensure that J&Ks soil is completely cleared of drug smugglers and drug peddlers. During the Padyatra across Jammu Kashmir, I have witnessed the incredible courage of young men and women breaking the shackles of addiction to reclaim their lives. That is why we cannot fail. This campaign is a matter of the soul of Jammu Kashmir, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor said in order to safeguard youth, the administration is embedding the spirit of this mission into the very fabric of our neighborhoods, equipping communities to recognize the warning signs, intervene early, and shield each other. Our teachers, Panchayat Mahila Samitis, religious leaders, and civil society groups are the torchbearers of this movement, standing united to ensure the shadow of addiction never finds a foothold in Kishtwar and across Jammu Kashmir. This is a defining moment for the future of our children. The people have spoken with one voice that narco terrorists must be driven from this land, the Lieutenant Governor said.
Centre praises Chhattisgarh's M-CAD initiative to boost irrigation efficiency
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Agriculture Minister inspects desilting operations in Kumbakonam
Mehbooba Mufti requests Health Minister Nadda to expedite work at AIIMS Awantipora
The PDP chiefs phone call to Health Minister J.P. Nadda came a day after her visit to AIIMS Awantipora to understand the progress on the construction work
Police launch search for Guntur NRI family involved in job, visa fraud
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Lingamaneni Ramesh files nomination for Rajya Sabha seat
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Head constable suspended for drunken driving of police vehicle in Erode
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Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said Gen-Z ethical hackers had exposed critical flaws in cybersecurity, which the CBSE denied until it could no longer do so
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Nearly 150 students of school in Keralas Wayanad fall ill over 3 days; 38 hospitalised
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Sanctions threat to India would boomerang under PM Modi's leadership: Putin
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In Focus Podcast | Malviya Nagar fire: Behind Delhis endemic failure to enforce safety norms
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Telangana Police launches Stree Ride, women earn livelihood driving two- and three-wheelers
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Right to travel abroad of accused must be balanced with victims right to speedy trial: Supreme Court
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The 20-foot bronze equestrian statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj has been installed at the airport, which became operational in December 2025
JMM nominates former Minister Baidyanath Ram for Rajya Sabha polls
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Sixth-day headcount: Census training for Kerala schoolteachers on Monday to be rescheduled
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Anti-Corruption Bureau traps Rajasthan Revenue official in bribery case
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Ladakh Records Over 121% Surge in Tourist Arrivals in May 2026: LG Ladakh
Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh Vinai Kumar Saxena on Saturday said the Union Territory has witnessed a historic increase in tourist arrivals this year, reflecting the success of sustained efforts to establish Ladakh as a premier tourism destination. In a post on X, Saxena said May 2026 emerged as a landmark month for tourism in Ladakh, recording an unprecedented 121.20 per cent growth. The Union Territory welcomed 72,834 tourists during the month, compared to 32,927 visitors in May 2025. He further said that between January and May 2026, Ladakh received 1,17,546 tourists, up from 81,827 during the corresponding period last year, registering a year-on-year growth of 43.65 per cent. The Lieutenant Governor attributed the surge to Prime Minister Narendra Modis call to promote domestic tourism, along with efforts to strengthen infrastructure, improve connectivity and diversify tourism experiences across the region. Saxena said the sharp rise in tourist footfall has brought renewed optimism and confidence among stakeholders in the tourism sector. Expressing gratitude to visitors, he invited people from across the country to explore Ladakhs unique blend of natural beauty, adventure, culture, spirituality and serene environment.
Retired lecturer, panchayat raj resource person Janardhana Maravanthe dies
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Owaisi criticises denial of welfare benefits to people excluded from voters list post SIR
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How are organisations reckoning their AI addiction
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Four former AIADMK Ministers join TVK amid fresh wave of defections
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Srinagar Police Attach Properties Worth 3.5 Crore of Drug Peddlers Under NDPS Act
Srinagar, June 06 :Continuing its sustained crackdown against drug trafficking and acting firmly against assets acquired through the proceeds of narcotics trade under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan , Srinagar Police has attached immovable properties worth approximately 3.5 crore belonging to two notorious drug peddlers under the provisions of the NDPS Act, 1985. In the first action, Police Station Nigeen attached an immovable property worth approximately 1.30 crore under Section 68(F)(1) of the NDPS Act in connection with FIR No. 30/2021 U/S 8/21 NDPS Act. The attached property comprises a double-storeyed residential house along with land situated at Habbak Crossing, Hazratbal, belonging to Rahil Manzoor Malla S/o Manzoor Ahmad Malla R/o Habbak Crossing, Hazratbal. In a separate action, Police Station Soura attached a residential house worth approximately 2.20 crore under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act belonging to Adil Rashid Gudoo S/o Abdul Rashid Gudoo R/o Keel Khan Gali (Haider Colony), Upper Soura, who is involved in illicit trafficking of narcotic drugs. During the course of investigation, both properties were identified as illegally acquired assets derived from proceeds generated through drug trafficking activities. Accordingly, the properties have been formally attached/frozen under the provisions of the NDPS Act. The attachment orders prohibit the owners from selling, transferring, leasing, alienating, altering, disposing of, or creating any third-party interest in the said properties pending further legal proceedings. These actions reflect Srinagar Polices unwavering commitment to dismantling the narcotics ecosystem by targeting both drug traffickers and the illegally acquired assets generated through the drug trade. Such stringent measures form an integral part of the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, aimed at safeguarding society, particularly the youth, from the menace of drugs and realizing the vision of a Drug-Free Kashmir. Srinagar Police urges the public to continue supporting law enforcement agencies by sharing information related to drug trafficking, substance abuse, and other criminal activities. Public cooperation remains vital in the collective mission to eradicate the drug menace and secure a safer future for society.
Luxury cruise liner visits Thoothukudi Port
Over 500 flights hit in Delhi as fog engulfs northern parts
Indigo airline also said that once operations resume, flights may still encounter delays due to airside congestion
Kerala CM inaugurates Vikasana Sadassu initiative of Thiruvananthapuram Corporation
Over next month, in the run up to local body elections, a series of events will be held across the State to popularise the achievements of local bodies
India wont take first step to normalise ties, onus on Pakistan: Shashi Tharoor
The senior Congress leaderurges Pakistan to dismantle terror networksoperating from its soil and said India would be more than willing to reciprocate once such action is taken
Putin says he sees no point in personal meeting with Zelensky
More than 1,000 Indians deported from U.S. in 2026
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Threats of sanctions against India would boomerang under PM Modi, says Putin
St Petersburg , June 6 : Russian President Vladimir Putin has strongly backed Indias strategic autonomy, asserting that any Western sanctions threats against New Delhi would boomerang immediately and affirming that the South Asian nation has consistently been guided by its national interests. The Russian president emphasised that India remains entirely free to select global products that they consider to be most up to date, most applicable for them and obviously offering the best price-quality ratio. Speaking at the annual St Petersburg International Economic Forum, President Putin lauded the robust trajectory of New Delhis global engagements. India always acts as a sovereign country and under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, any potential threats of sanctions would boomerang immediately. We have been in close talks with Prime Minister Modi for a long while. All the sanctions have been eliminated and the relationship between the USA and India is developing successfully, as I understand. India is free to choose the products that they consider to be most up to date, most applicable for them and obviously offering the best price-quality ratio. India is always guided by its national interests, Putin stated. The Russian president further underscored that Moscows extensive bilateral cooperation with New Delhi is not subject to the political environment, reiterating that the Kremlin remains unyielding in its geopolitical commitments. Our cooperation with India, just like with all other partners of ours, is not subject to the political environment. We cant be dictated to not deliver that to India. Nobody can dictate to us and nobody would even try to do that We will always stand true to commitments given to our partners, especially partners like India, Putin added. Highlighting the shifting dynamics of global economic governance, Putin observed that BRICS has overtaken the G7 in terms of sheer economic volume, while explicitly hailing India as a key partner owing to its pioneering advancements in the global IT and software sectors. According to Putin, developing economies are commanding an increasingly dominant share of the global financial ecosystem, contrasting sharply with the diminishing footprint of traditional Western powers.If you look at the global GDP dynamics of the last five years, you will see that almost half of its annual growth, 49%, is accounted for by BRICS countries, whereas the contribution of the so-called Group of Seven is estimated at 18%, Putin pointed out. He added that the share of BRICS in the world GDP, based on purchasing power parity, stands at 40%, whereas the G7 share is less than 29%.Detailing the expanding economic divergence between the blocs, the Russian President remarked, So BRICS has already overtaken the G7, and it did so back in 2020, but this gap is increasing. This gap is expected to grow in favour of BRICS. Putin projected a highly optimistic growth trajectory for the BRICS alliance in comparison to Western nations, noting that the G7 is going to grow at best by 1.1% per year, whereas BRICS nations are going to grow by more than 4%. Applauding Indias formidable prowess within the global digital landscape, Putin stated, Another of our key partners, India, is one of the leading players in the IT industry. The Russian president concluded by acknowledging Indias massive technological footprint, noting that the country accounts for a significant share of the global software market. (ANI)
Telangana approves 12,000 LIG houses construction in CURE under pilot project
Paddy procurement deal with public sector banks renewed, says Kerala Agriculture Minister
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Abhijeet Dipke joins students, youth at Jantar Mantar protest
Shreyas Iyer replaces Suryakumar Yadav as captain of Indian T20 side
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made history by being selected in the squad. He surpassed Sachin Tendulkar as youngest player to represent India
Watch: Cockroach Janta Party Founder Abhijeet Dipke lands in India ahead of Jantar Mantar protest
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Sixty next-generation trains to be introduced for Kolkata Metro in 5 years: Vaishnaw
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Security beefed up for CJP protest
Tanisha Karthik of R.V. PU college, Bengaluru, has topped the engineering stream; Students can see the results online from 2 p.m.
Lebanon considers largest amnesty in 35 years amid protests
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Sajad Lone Terms Mehbooba Muftis AIIMS Review Meeting an Unconstitutional Trespass
Srinagar, June 6: Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Conference president Sajad Gani Lone on Saturday questioned former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti for chairing a review meeting at AIIMS Awantipora despite not being an elected legislator, terming the move a constitutional impropriety. In a post on X, Sajad Lone asked what would prevent non-elected functionaries of other political parties, including the BJP or RSS, from chairing similar meetings if such a precedent was accepted. He also questioned whether other senior political leaders who are not MLAs could similarly preside over official review meetings. The JKPC Chief argued that political entitlement of this nature was not seen elsewhere in the country and warned that it could blur constitutional and institutional boundaries in Jammu and Kashmir. Lone said Mehbooba Mufti should acknowledge that chairing the review meeting was an error of judgment. He contended that failure to do so could open the door for other unelected political figures to seek similar roles in official government affairs.He also called upon Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to clarify the issue, alleging that the authority of elected opposition legislators had been eroded. Referring to Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda, Lone said that while Nadda held constitutional office, he did not have the authority to redefine constitutional roles. He maintained that the AIIMS review meeting chaired by a non-MLA amounted to an unconstitutional trespass.
Netflix names longtime director Jay Hoag as chairman, succeeding Reed Hastings
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Kerala to expand farming to every available space, including fallow lands: Minister T. Siddique
Kathir project launched to connect students with farming
Delhi hotel fire: Cook arrested, several others detained as probe widens
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Modest growth in States Own Tax Revenue emerges as weak spot in T.N.s economy
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Telangana DCA busts illegal API sales unit in Hyderabads Kukatpally
Gold rush for real estate: Jewellery retailers drive Tamil Nadus commercial property boom
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The rug renaissance: How designer collaborations are transforming Indias luxury
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FIFA to allow factory-sealed, disposable water bottles into World Cup stadiums
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Punjab Govt orders drafting of law to curb arbitrary private school fee hikes
Praveen Chakravarty sought VCKs support before filing Rajya Sabha nomination: Thirumavalavan
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Mehbooba Mufti Speaks to Union Health Minister, Seeks Early Completion of AIIMS Awantipora
Srinagar, June 6: PDP president and former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday said she has urged Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda to expedite the ongoing work on AIIMS Awantipora to ensure that the project is completed without further delay. In a post on X, Mehbooba Mufti wrote, Spoke with Union Health Minister JP Nadda ji & requested him to expedite the ongoing work at AIIMS Awantipora so that it doesnt get delayed any further.He was kind enough to assure me about its completion well on time. Undoubtedly the team assigned here is toiling day & night but given how healthcare is crumbling across J&K its imperative AIIMS Awantipora is operational soon. Will provide much needed relief & quality medical services, the post reads.
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Bihar Legislative Council biennial elections: NDA announces names of eight candidates
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Cockroach Janta Party begins protest at Jantar Mantar, demands Dharmendra Pradhans resignation
New Delhi , June 6 : Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Saturday began its protest at Jantar Mantar against the recent NEET 2026 paper leak and the alleged irregularities in the CBSEs On-Screen Marking (OSM) system while demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The protestors pressed on their demand, raising slogans, Dharmendra Pradhan Istifa do (Dharmendra Pradhan step down). We asked for Make in India, you gave us Leak in India. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke arrived in New Delhi from Boston in the United States (US) to lead a protest here. Dipke was seen at the airport holding a book of Dr BR Ambedkars autobiography. With the full backing of the Constitution of India, cockroaches will begin our protest at Jantar Mantar demanding Dharmendra Pradhans resignation, the official CJP handle Coakroach is Back had posted on X. In a separate post on X, CJP claimed that Delhi Police granted permission for their protest at Jantar Mantar. They added that their demonstration is aimed at pressuring Dharmendra Pradhan to resign. Delhi Police has granted permission for the protest at Jantar Mantar. We can now assemble directly at Jantar Mantar, and no longer need to go to the Parliament Street Police Station, as originally planned. Cockroaches aa rahe hain, Dharmendra Pradhan jaa rahe hain, the post read. Delhi Police has granted permission to the CJP to hold a protest at Jantar Mantar from 10 am to 5 pm today, according to an official order issued by the office of the Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police, New Delhi District. The order, addressed to CJP founder Dipke, states that the request for a demonstration has been approved as a one-time exemption in compliance with Supreme Court guidelines and related civil appeals. The protest comes amid heightened tensions over alleged irregularities in competitive examinations, including the NEET-UG controversy. This years exam has been rescheduled for June 21 following disruptions, including paper leaks and administrative lapses. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) continues its probe, with multiple arrests made, while officials, including CBI Director Praveen Sood and NTA Director General Abhishek Singh, recently briefed a Parliamentary Standing Committee on the progress of the investigation. Student organisations have already staged demonstrations in Delhi and other parts of India, demanding accountability for repeated examination irregularities. Several protesters were detained outside the Ministry of Education earlier.Political reactions have also intensified, with opposition leaders questioning the governments handling of the examination system. Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal and Congress leaders Jairam Ramesh and Rahul Gandhi have publicly criticised the Centre over these issues. (ANI)
Report warns that cybercriminals are exploiting Cockroach Janta Partys popularity to con GenZ
The 33-page report flagged a fake Android app posing as CJPs official app as a malware threat capable of hacking devices and stealing user data
Girl found dead at home in Belagavi
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Minister Ramalinga Reddys resignation issue resolved, says Chief Minister Shivakumar
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Trump downplays regional conflict as practice, claims Iran talks going quite well
Wisconsin, June 6 : Expressing a striking confidence in the trajectory of backchannel diplomacy, US President Donald Trump has voiced considerable optimism regarding ongoing deliberations with Tehran, asserting that the diplomatic track appears to be progressing along a favourable course. The positive assessment comes despite the fact that Iranian authorities recently characterised the high-stakes discussions as being at a deadlock. Addressing a press pool on Friday upon his arrival in Wisconsin for a scheduled public event, Trump directly minimised the public friction, stating, The situation with Iran seems to be going quite well. However, this upbeat formulation stands in sharp contrast to a far more rigid appraisal originating from within the clerical establishments core decision-making apparatus. Mohsen Rezaei, military adviser to Irans Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, told CNN in an interview that negotiations remain stalled, emphasising that any meaningful breakthrough is entirely contingent upon Washington agreeing to unfreeze billions of dollars in blocked Iranian financial reserves overseas. Brushing aside those strict preconditions, Trump focused heavily on the broader strategic rationale behind the intense economic and kinetic pressure campaign engineered by his administration. The US President reiterated that the paramount objective of the American enterprise has consistently been to block Tehran from crossing the threshold into atomic weapons capability, going so far as to imply that this primary national security benchmark has already been secured. We had to extinguish a nuclear weapon, Trump remarked to reporters.Elaborating on the long-term threat perception that guided his regional policy, the US President added, This was going to be a very capable country that was going to have a massive nuclear presence, and we werent going to let that happen. Reflecting on the comprehensive impact of recent operations, Trump confidently declared, Weve largely finished that.While maintaining that a lasting diplomatic off-ramp remains the preferred method to finalise the standoff, the US President simultaneously brandished a familiar threat of overwhelming kinetic force should the transactional dialogue completely break down. One way or the other, its finished, Trump warned.Leaving the ultimate resolution open to two starkly disparate paths, the US President remarked, Youll see the finish with a piece of paper or finished a more difficult way. Furthermore, Trump appeared to explicitly minimise the sheer intensity and geographic breadth of the multi-front hostilities, despite a protracted cycle of direct combat exchanges involving Iranian forces, American assets, and Israeli military formations.Its really not much of a war, the US President claimed, framing the high-stakes confrontation in surprisingly casual terms. Trump then added, But its a military conflict. Its practice.Even as the US President extolled the virtues of a potential negotiated settlement, Washington concurrently advanced its aggressive economic warfare strategy on the ground to further constrict Tehrans primary revenue streams. Hours before Trumps arrival in Wisconsin, the United States slapped sweeping punitive sanctions on an intricate maritime smuggling network accused of illicitly shipping Iranian Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) to markets across South and Eastern Asia by utilising fraudulent documentation to mask the cargo as originating in Oman. This latest enforcement action reflects a continuous, systematic tightening of economic embargoes by the United States, which has steadily escalated its financial containment measures against Iran since launching joint military operations alongside Israel in late February. (ANI)
Malayalam poet A.C. Sreehari passes away
A noted voice in contemporary Malayalam literature, several of his poems are included in university curricula across Kerala
Kerala Education Minister signals rethink on Aadhaar rule in school admissions
Samsudheen says the norm making Aadhaar card mandatory was not set by this government. The requirement has led to denial of admissions especially for migrant children
Allocation of portfolios to West Bengal Ministers deferred: CM Suvendu visits Delhi
Thirty-five ministers, including thirteen with cabinet rank, were administered the oath on June 1. They are awaiting the allocation of their portfolios
Anti-terror operation enters fourteenth day in J&Ks Rajouri
Rajouri, June 6 : A joint anti-terror operation by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and CRPF has entered its fourteenth day in the dense forests of Gambhir Mughlan and Dorimal in the Manjakote sector of Rajouri district. Security forces are continuing to track suspected terrorists believed to be hiding in the region.The security forces were seen checking the ID cards of travellers and locals, conducting intensive search operations in the region. The operation, codenamed Operation Sheruwali, was launched following intelligence inputs indicating the presence of suspected terrorists in the region. Officials said the move aims to trap the suspects within the designated zones while search teams intensify their operations. On May 28, heavy firing and shelling erupted in Rajouris Dorimal forest area as Operation Sheruwali reached a critical stage, with security forces tightening the cordon to neutralise suspected militants hiding in the dense terrain. According to officials, a massive deployment of security forces, along with additional reinforcements and logistical support, was rushed to the encounter site to ensure a strong and impenetrable cordon and to prevent any attempt by militants to escape through the thick forest cover. The operation is being carried out on a large scale, with officials stating that every possible effort is being made to neutralise the hiding militants. The entire area remains under strict security surveillance as search and combing operations continue deep inside the forest belt. The challenging terrain and thick forest cover have added to the complexity of the mission, requiring forces to proceed cautiously while maintaining constant surveillance. Security agencies are using all available resources to track the movement of the suspected terrorists and eliminate any threat posed by their presence in the region. The entire area remains under heightened security, with access to certain locations being closely monitored. Officials said search operations would continue until the area is fully sanitised and all security concerns are addressed. (ANI)
Irans World Cup team granted visas to play games in the U.S., officials say
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PM Modi, leaders wish Uttar Pradesh CM Adityanath on birthday
Best wishes to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath Ji on his birthday. His work towards the states progress is noteworthy, says Prime Minister Modi in a post on X.
IND vs AFG one-off Test: India opts to bat against Afghanistan, Manav Suthar makes debut
This will be Shubman Gills first Test as captain on his home turf, Punjab. Afghanistan hands Test cap to Nangeyalia Kharote
Deaths due to fires up by 398% in a decade in Delhi
The number of fire calls and deaths has increased from 23,242 and 291, respectively, in 2014-15 to 36,568 and 1,452, respectively in 2024-25, as per Delhi government data
Cockroach Janta Party leader Abhijeet Dipke lands in Delhi
Cockroach Janta Party spokesperson Saurav Das said that permission for the protest has been obtained
