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Army Jawan killed in Pakistani sniper fire on LoC

Saturday's ceasefire violation came on a day Muslims are celebrating Eid on both sides of the LoC and the international border which divides Jammu and Kashmir.

Published: 16th June 2018 04:12 PM  |   Last Updated: 16th June 2018 04:12 PM   |  A+A A-

Pakistan army has been actively supporting the infiltration along the LoC , which is expected in coming days with snow melting on higher peaks. | PTI File Photo

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By IANS

JAMMU: An Indian soldier was killed on Saturday in Pakistani sniper fire on the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district.

Defence Ministry sources said the incident took place in Laam area of Nowshera sector.

Saturday's ceasefire violation came on a day Muslims are celebrating Eid on both sides of the LoC and the international border which divides Jammu and Kashmir.

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