There has been a significant dip in recruitment. No recruitment in the last three months. Families making a lot of effort to bring their sons back: IGP SP Pani
Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) is being controlled by Pakistan. There is no doubt about Pakistan’s involvement: Lt Gen KJS Dhillon
Anyone entering the valley will not go back alive. We are very clear about our anti-terrorism policies: Lt Gen KJS Dhillon
Lt Gen KJS Dhillon has said that the investigation into the Pulwama terror attack are in advanced stage but cannot be shared right now.
Anyone who had picked up a gun in Kashmir will be eliminated unless they surrender: Lt Gen KJS Dhillon has said in a press conference
I would like to inform that in less than 100 hours of the Pulwama terrorist attack, we have eliminated JeM leadership in the valley which was being handled by JeM from Pakistan: Lt Gen KJS Dhillon
India should not play Pakistan in World Cup, says Harbhajan Singh
Veteran off-spinner Harbhajan Singh does not want India to play Pakistan in the upcoming One Day International (ODI) World Cup in the aftermath of the ghastly terror attack in Pulwama.
Harbhajan said India are strong enough to win the World Cup even if they decide to forfeit the match against Pakistan in Manchester on June 16.
"India should not play Pakistan in the world Cup. India are powerful enough to win the World Cup without having to play Pakistan," Harbhajan Singh told news channel Aaj Tak. (via PTI)
Director General of CRPF has said that Kamran, alias Ghazi, who was killed by security forces during encounter in Pinglana, was a "very important commander" of Jaish-e-Mohammed. "It's an achievement," the DG said.
Five security personnel have been killed in the on-going encounter. The gunbattle has been raging for the past 17 hours, News18 has reported. Of the five, 4 are from the Indian Army while one belongs to the Jammu and Kashmir police force. Around 10 security personnel have been injured, the news channel has reported.
NIA to investigate Pulwama attack
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) will investigate the Pulwama terror attack case, News18 has reported.
Eight Indian Army personnel have been injured in the on-going encounter, News18 has reported. Encounter in the region has been on for the past 16 hours at least.
Third terrorist killed in encounter
A third terrorist has also been killed in the on-going encounter, News18 has reported. There is a possibility of a fourth militant on spot, the news channel has reported.
They kill 41, we should kill 82: Capt Amarinder Singh
"They kill 41, we should kill 82," says Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh, News18 has reported. Capt Singh has called for a "tough coercive" action by the Indian government against Pakistan. He said that while no one wants war, a mix of diplomatic, military and economic pressure is needed.
"Enough is enough, India wants action. This is not time to talk but to act. These killings of our soldiers are no joke. We're fed up. Something has to be done," Capt Singh said.
The Punjab CM said that India cannot be held ransom just because Pakistan has nuclear weapons. "We also have nuclear weapons. And didn't they have nukes during Kargil War? India should call their bluff," Capt Singh said.
Capt Singh also said that the Indian Army should go after Jaish-e-Mohammed.
Responding to Navjot Singh Siddhu's comments, Capt Singh said that while "everyone has right to voice their mind", it is up to Siddhu to explain his stand on the attack.
An Army Brigadier has also been injured in the encounter, News18 has reported. Encounter in the region has been on for the past 16 hours at least.
Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG), South Kashmir, Amit Kumar, has been injured in firing in Pulwama, News18 has reported. Search for one militant reportedly holed up is still on. Gunbattle in the region has been on for the past 16 hours, News18 has reported.
Earlier in the day, two militants were killed in an encounter in the region. Mufti Abdullah and Kamran were suspected to be masterminds behind the attack on CRPF convoy.
SBI announces special initiative for the CRPF soldiers martyred in Pulwama terrorist attack
"All the CRPF soldiers were customers of the Bank under Defence Salary Package where the bank provides insurance of Rupees 30 lacs to each of the defence personnel," the bank said in a statement. "The bank is taking steps to expedite release of insurance money to the next of kin of the martyred soldiers," it added.
23 soldiers had also availed of loans from SBI and the bank has decided to waive off all the outstanding loans with immediate effect.
The bank has also created a UPI for the Bharat Ke Veer initiative to help people make their monetary contributions easily.
"It is extremely distressing and disturbing to witness the loss of lives of the Soldiers who always stand for safety of our country. In this moment of grief, our sincere thoughts are with the families of our brave hearts," Rajnish Kumar, Chairman, SBI said.
"These initiatives by the Bank is a small gesture towards the families who have faced irreparable loss" he added.
Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi, in a press conference, said that parties should not engage in blame game in "this sensitive moment" and said that students from Jammu and Kashmir across the country should not be targeted.
"Those who are attacking these students are attacking our own citizens. Anyone attempting to question the martyrdom of our armed forces must be dealt strictly in accordance with law, but singling out J&K students only helps venomous cause of separatist elements," Singhvi said.
While calling J&K as an integral part of India, Singhvi, a Rajya Sabha MP, said that "the unprovoked attacks on the students of J&K in different parts of the country is also reprehensible."
West Bengal Chief Minister (CM) Mamata Banerjee has questioned the government on intelligence lapse behind the attack.
"Why didn't the government take any action against Pakistan in five years?" she asked while raising doubts about the timing of the attack before the country goes to polls.
Cricketer Mohammed Shami has donated money to the wives of CRPF personnel who were martyred during the attack, news agency ANI has reported.
"When we play for our country they stand at the borders protecting it. We stand with the families of our jawans, we will always be there for them," Shami said.
Two more security personnel injured in the ongoing encounter in Pulwama. Firing is still going on.
There has been a significant dip in recruitment. No recruitment in the last three months. Families making a lot of effort to bring their sons back: IGP SP Pani
Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) is being controlled by Pakistan. There is no doubt about Pakistan’s involvement: Lt Gen KJS Dhillon
Anyone entering the valley will not go back alive. We are very clear about our anti-terrorism policies: Lt Gen KJS Dhillon
Lt Gen KJS Dhillon has said that the investigation into the Pulwama terror attack are in advanced stage but cannot be shared right now.
Anyone who had picked up a gun in Kashmir will be eliminated unless they surrender: Lt Gen KJS Dhillon has said in a press conference
I would like to inform that in less than 100 hours of the Pulwama terrorist attack, we have eliminated JeM leadership in the valley which was being handled by JeM from Pakistan: Lt Gen KJS Dhillon
India should not play Pakistan in World Cup, says Harbhajan Singh
Veteran off-spinner Harbhajan Singh does not want India to play Pakistan in the upcoming One Day International (ODI) World Cup in the aftermath of the ghastly terror attack in Pulwama.
Harbhajan said India are strong enough to win the World Cup even if they decide to forfeit the match against Pakistan in Manchester on June 16.
"India should not play Pakistan in the world Cup. India are powerful enough to win the World Cup without having to play Pakistan," Harbhajan Singh told news channel Aaj Tak. (via PTI)
Director General of CRPF has said that Kamran, alias Ghazi, who was killed by security forces during encounter in Pinglana, was a "very important commander" of Jaish-e-Mohammed. "It's an achievement," the DG said.
Five security personnel have been killed in the on-going encounter. The gunbattle has been raging for the past 17 hours, News18 has reported. Of the five, 4 are from the Indian Army while one belongs to the Jammu and Kashmir police force. Around 10 security personnel have been injured, the news channel has reported.
NIA to investigate Pulwama attack
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) will investigate the Pulwama terror attack case, News18 has reported.
Eight Indian Army personnel have been injured in the on-going encounter, News18 has reported. Encounter in the region has been on for the past 16 hours at least.
Third terrorist killed in encounter
A third terrorist has also been killed in the on-going encounter, News18 has reported. There is a possibility of a fourth militant on spot, the news channel has reported.
They kill 41, we should kill 82: Capt Amarinder Singh
"They kill 41, we should kill 82," says Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh, News18 has reported. Capt Singh has called for a "tough coercive" action by the Indian government against Pakistan. He said that while no one wants war, a mix of diplomatic, military and economic pressure is needed.
"Enough is enough, India wants action. This is not time to talk but to act. These killings of our soldiers are no joke. We're fed up. Something has to be done," Capt Singh said.
The Punjab CM said that India cannot be held ransom just because Pakistan has nuclear weapons. "We also have nuclear weapons. And didn't they have nukes during Kargil War? India should call their bluff," Capt Singh said.
Capt Singh also said that the Indian Army should go after Jaish-e-Mohammed.
Responding to Navjot Singh Siddhu's comments, Capt Singh said that while "everyone has right to voice their mind", it is up to Siddhu to explain his stand on the attack.
An Army Brigadier has also been injured in the encounter, News18 has reported. Encounter in the region has been on for the past 16 hours at least.
Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG), South Kashmir, Amit Kumar, has been injured in firing in Pulwama, News18 has reported. Search for one militant reportedly holed up is still on. Gunbattle in the region has been on for the past 16 hours, News18 has reported.
Earlier in the day, two militants were killed in an encounter in the region. Mufti Abdullah and Kamran were suspected to be masterminds behind the attack on CRPF convoy.
SBI announces special initiative for the CRPF soldiers martyred in Pulwama terrorist attack
"All the CRPF soldiers were customers of the Bank under Defence Salary Package where the bank provides insurance of Rupees 30 lacs to each of the defence personnel," the bank said in a statement. "The bank is taking steps to expedite release of insurance money to the next of kin of the martyred soldiers," it added.
23 soldiers had also availed of loans from SBI and the bank has decided to waive off all the outstanding loans with immediate effect.
The bank has also created a UPI for the Bharat Ke Veer initiative to help people make their monetary contributions easily.
"It is extremely distressing and disturbing to witness the loss of lives of the Soldiers who always stand for safety of our country. In this moment of grief, our sincere thoughts are with the families of our brave hearts," Rajnish Kumar, Chairman, SBI said.
"These initiatives by the Bank is a small gesture towards the families who have faced irreparable loss" he added.
Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi, in a press conference, said that parties should not engage in blame game in "this sensitive moment" and said that students from Jammu and Kashmir across the country should not be targeted.
"Those who are attacking these students are attacking our own citizens. Anyone attempting to question the martyrdom of our armed forces must be dealt strictly in accordance with law, but singling out J&K students only helps venomous cause of separatist elements," Singhvi said.
While calling J&K as an integral part of India, Singhvi, a Rajya Sabha MP, said that "the unprovoked attacks on the students of J&K in different parts of the country is also reprehensible."
West Bengal Chief Minister (CM) Mamata Banerjee has questioned the government on intelligence lapse behind the attack.
"Why didn't the government take any action against Pakistan in five years?" she asked while raising doubts about the timing of the attack before the country goes to polls.
Cricketer Mohammed Shami has donated money to the wives of CRPF personnel who were martyred during the attack, news agency ANI has reported.
"When we play for our country they stand at the borders protecting it. We stand with the families of our jawans, we will always be there for them," Shami said.
Two more security personnel injured in the ongoing encounter in Pulwama. Firing is still going on.