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In light of the recent cross-border hostilities, Poonch Police on Monday issued a strong public safety appeal, warning residents about the presence of unexploded shells in various parts of the district and urging strict precautions to avoid any tragedy. Police spokeserson in an advisory issued as per news agency JKNS reads, “It has come to our notice that unexploded shells are present in various parts of District Poonch. For your safety and the safety of your loved ones, Poonch Police urges all citizens to strictly follow these guidelines." The police have strongly advised the general public not to touch or approach any unexploded shell or suspicious object under any circumstances. They urged residents to maintain a safe distance and immediately vacate the area if any such object is ...

After days of ceasefire violations, the border areas across Jammu Kashmir witnessed "peace" with no ceasefire violations reported across the borders of India and Pakistan. The Indian Army's statement that "the night remained largely peaceful in Jammu Kashmir and other areas along the international border" marks a significant development following recent escalations between the two nations. This calm comes after a U.S.-brokered ceasefire on May 10, 2025, which aimed to halt the most intense military confrontation between the two nations in decades. Tensions escalated after a deadly attack on tourists in Pahalgam on April 22, 2025. India attributed the attack to Pakistan-based groups, leading to retaliatory airstrikes targeting alleged terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan. The...

Shabir Khan The District Police of Baramulla has issued an urgent public safety notice urging evacuated citizens not to return to their homes in frontline villages until further official clearance is given. This advisory comes in the wake of recent cross-border shelling along the Line of Control (LoC), which has left several villages severely damaged and posed significant risks to returning civilians. The shelling has not only caused widespread damage to homes and infrastructure but has also left numerous unexploded ordnances scattered across the affected areas. These unexploded devices, which can detonate with even the slightest disturbance, present life-threatening hazards to anyone returning without prior clearance. The JK Police's specialized Bomb Disposal Squad is actively co...

Surendra Kumar Moga, a medical assistant sergeant with the Indian Air Force, was killed during Pakistani shelling at the Udhampur airbase in Jammu Kashmir on Friday night, Indian Express reported. A native of Mahradasi village in Rajasthan’s Jhunjhunu district, Moga is survived by his wife, two young children, and his mother. According to Jhunjhunu District Collector Ramavtar Meena, Moga’s wife Seema was admitted to the district hospital in Nawalgarh after receiving news of his death. Ahe has since been discharged. The district administration has assured the family of full support from both state and central governments. Moga had been serving in the IAF for 14 years and was recently posted at the medical dispensary at the Udhampur airbase. Local residents remember him as ...

A Border Security Force personnel (BSF) lost his life in the line of duty during cross-border firing in the RS Pura area of Jammu district. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), BSF Jammu as per news agency JKNS wrote, “We salute the supreme sacrifice made by BSF #Braveheart Sub Inspector Md Imteyaz in service of the nation on 10 May 2025 during cross border firing along the International Boundary in R S Pura area, District Jammu.” The force said the officer was leading a BSF border outpost and showed exemplary courage by leading from the front. “While leading a BSF border out post, he gallantly led from the front,” the post added. Director General of BSF and all ranks expressed their condolences to the bereaved family. “DG BSF and all ranks offer their deepest condolences to his fam...

Haj Committee of Jammu Kashmir on Saturday said that Haj flights have been cancelled till 14th May amid prevailing conditions. In a notification issued by the Haj Committee, a copy of which lies with GNS says, "In continuation to this office notification dated 09-05-2025, it is to intimate that in view of the prevailing situation all Chartered Haj Flights which were scheduled upto 14-05-2025 stand cancelled. Pilgrims are advised to remain patient and wait for further instructions. The revised flight schedule for alternate arrangements shall be communicated promptly through official channels, reads the notification.(GNS)

A fresh incident of cross-border shelling by Pakistan has claimed another civilian life in Kheeri Jammu on Saturday morning. A senior official confirmed to news agency JKNS that one civilian was killed in Pakistani shelling in Kheeri area of Jammu. The deceased has been identified as Kaku Juggar, 53, a resident of Rapair Kheri area in Jammu, who succumbed to injuries caused by shell fragments during the latest round of unprovoked shelling, official said. Authorities have urged residents in vulnerable areas to stay indoors and follow safety protocols.(JKNS)

Drone attacks on Srinagar airport and south Kashmir's Awantipora air base were thwarted late on Friday, officials said. The attempted attack came a day after India thwarted attempts by the Pakistan military to attack Indian military installations using drones and missiles. Drones were also sighted in north Kashmir's Baramulla district, officials said, adding that countermeasures had been initiated. The sky was lit up in Baramulla district as the Indian military shot down Pakistani drones. Earlier in the evening, blasts were heard and sirens sounded in the Jammu region and south Kashmir as many parts of Jammu Kashmir plunged into darkness, officials said. Defence officials said drones were also sighted in Jammu, Samba and neighbouring Pathankot district in Punjab, and they we...

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said that there is a blackout in Jammu, and sirens are being played out amid tension between India and Pakistan. In a Post on X, according to GNS, Omar said, "Blackout in Jammu now. Sirens can be heard across the city," He added, "Intermittent sounds of blasts, probably heavy artillery, can now be heard from where I am." This is the second consecutive night that there has been a blackout in Jammu. - (GNS)

Meer Irfan A young man who had been reported missing was found dead under distressing circumstances inside a mosque in the Sarnal area of south Kashmir’s Anantnag district early Friday morning. The youth has been identified as Adil Gulzar, a resident of Papyibal in Ashajipora area of Anantnag town. Local sources told The Kashmiriyat that his body was discovered inside Masjid Shareef in Sarnal, under mysterious conditions. The sudden and mysterious nature of his death has sent shockwaves through the local community, with many demanding a thorough and transparent investigation into the incident. Police officials confirmed that they have initiated a probe and taken cognizance of the matter. Further proceedings are underway.