Overview

• An encounter is ongoing in Kathua's Panjtirthi area where three suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists have been cornered by security forces.
• The operation involves the Indian Army, CRPF, and Jammu and Kashmir Police, utilizing aerial surveillance and sniffer dogs to track the militants.
• Six individuals have been detained for allegedly providing logistical support, including food and shelter, to the suspected terrorists.
• This marks the third militant clash in the region within eight days, following recent encounters that resulted in casualties among security forces and militants.
• Residents near the border have been urged to report suspicious activity as authorities remain committed to eliminating the threat.