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Encounter Underway in Pulwama's Nihama Area, Two Terrorists Trapped, House on Fire

Jun 3, 2024, 03:38 AM

An encounter between security forces and terrorists is ongoing in the Nihama area of Pulwama district in Jammu and Kashmir. The operation began early in the morning on June 3, 2024. Two terrorists are believed to be trapped, including Riyaz Dar, a top commander of the Lashkar-e-Taiba. During the encounter, the house where the terrorists were hiding caught fire. There have been no reports of casualties on either side so far. Police and security forces, including the Indian Army, continue to carry out the operation in the Kakapora area, and further details are awaited.