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In a significant counter-terror breakthrough, security forces in Jammu and Kashmir have killed six terrorists — including three affiliated with the proscribed outfit Jaish-e-Mohammad — during two major anti-terror operations over the past 48 hours. The operations, conducted jointly by the Jammu and Kashmir Police, the Indian Army, and the CRPF, were hailed as a decisive step towards dismantling the terror network operating in the Valley. Addressing a joint press conference, Kashmir Zone Inspector General of Police (IGP) V K Birdi confirmed that one of the slain terrorists was Shahid Kuttee, a key figure linked to multiple attacks including one on a German tourist. “He was also involved in terror funding activities,” Birdi added, underlining the broader financial support systems sustaining militancy in the region. He reiterated the commitment of the security forces to eliminating the entire “terror ecosystem.” The operations are being seen as a direct outcome of renewed coordination and strategic recalibration among security forces, following a review in the wake of recent escalations in terror activity. Details of the Operations Major General Dhananjay Joshi, who also addressed the media, gave a detailed account of the two back-to-back operations. The first was carried out on May 12 in the higher reaches of Kelar, based on intelligence inputs about a group of terrorists hiding in the area. Movement was detected the next morning, and a gunbattle ensued after the terrorists opened fire. Three terrorists were neutralised in this exchange. The second encounter took place in a border village in the Tral area after security forces received a specific tip-off. When the area was being cordoned off, the terrorists took positions inside civilian homes and began firing. “The priority was to ensure the safety of the civilians first,” said Maj. Gen. Joshi. After evacuating the residents, forces conducted a systematic search and eliminated all three terrorists hiding in the area. Aftermath of Pahalgam Attack These successful operations come just weeks after the horrific Pahalgam terror attack, in which 26 civilians were killed, sparking national outrage. The incident led India to conduct strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), escalating tensions between the two countries. Although a temporary pause in cross-border military actions was later announced, security agencies within J&K have remained on high alert. With these latest encounters, the focus has sharpened on rooting out active terrorist cells and their logistical networks, which continue to pose a threat to peace and security in the region. 4o

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday declared that Operation Sindoor, India’s recent military campaign targeting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan, is still ongoing. Addressing personnel at an Air Force station, Singh lauded the Indian Air Force (IAF) for its pivotal role in the operation, claiming that several Pakistani air bases and terror camps were decimated. “Operation Sindoor is not over yet. Whatever happened was just a trailer. When the right time comes, we will show the full picture to the world,” Singh said, emphasizing that the campaign was far from finished. He stated that the operation had effectively countered terrorism and significantly damaged the enemy’s capabilities. The Defence Minister underlined the global recognition of the IAF’s efforts, saying, “Indian Air Force assumed a very impactful role in Operation Sindoor and it is being appreciated not only in this country but also in the other countries of the world.” Singh praised Air Chief Marshal AP Singh and his team, highlighting the Air Force’s ability to strike deep into enemy territory and asserting that India now possesses the capability to reach every corner of Pakistan. He further remarked, “Our Air Force has touched the zenith of the sky through its valour and bravery.” He credited the force with the destruction of nine terrorist camps on Pakistani soil and the successful targeting of multiple air bases in follow-up actions. Rajnath Singh also referred to the potency of the indigenous BrahMos missile, stating, “Even Pakistan has accepted the power of BrahMos missile. There is an old saying in our country, ‘Din mein taare dekhna.’ Made in India BrahMos missile showed ‘raat ke andhere mein din ka ujala’ to Pakistan.” He issued a stern warning to Pakistan, suggesting it had been placed “on probation” by India. “If its behavior improves, then okay, otherwise, it will be given the strictest punishment,” Singh warned. The minister also alleged that Pakistan might use a significant portion of its International Monetary Fund (IMF) assistance to bolster terror infrastructure, and called on the IMF to reconsider its funding to the country. Concluding his address, the Defence Minister saluted the spirit of the Indian Air Force, saying, “The world has seen how you destroyed the enemy’s bases. You have made the entire nation believe that ‘Naya Bharat ab sahan nahi karta, balki wah palat kar jawab deta hai.’” He extended his heartfelt gratitude to the armed forces, reiterating the nation’s pride and trust in their capabilities.