. NEW DELHI: A fresh gunfight broke out on Thursday between security forces and holed-up terrorists during an ongoing search operation in the higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district, officials said.The operation, codenamed “Operation Trashi-I”, was launched in Sonnar village near Mandral-Singhpora in the Chatroo belt on Sunday. During the initial contact, three soldiers were injured when a search team encountered terrorists around noon in the Sonnar area, northeast of Chatroo. Operation Trashi-I: Gunfight Erupts In J&K’s Kishtwar; Eight Army Personnel Injured Also read | J&K: 3 soldiers injured in encounter between security forces & terrorists in Kishtwar; operations under wayOfficials said, “One of the search teams encountered a group of two to three foreign terrorists, believed to be affiliated with Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM). The terrorists allegedly opened indiscriminate fire and lobbed grenades in an attempt to breach the cordon.”A major terrorist hideout was unearthed near the scene of the encounter on Monday, and several individuals were picked up for questioning, the officials said.Also read | 50 Maggi packets, 20kg rice, veggies, LPG cylinders: JeM’s winter bunker unearthed during Kishtwar encounterThe situation escalated on Thursday morning when a fresh contact was established with the holed-up terrorists in the dense forests of Singhpora. “Heavy firing between the two sides was going on when last reports were received, and efforts are on to neutralise the terrorists operating in the area,” officials said.A group of two to three terrorists allegedly affiliated with JeM are believed to be trapped in the encounter, according to the officials.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosProtest Held Outside UK Parliament Demanding Labour Govt To Press Bangladesh Over Hindu PersecutionIndia To Grow 6 To 8% In Real Terms In Next 5 Years: Ashwini Vaishnaw At DavosIndia Pushes Urgent Security Council Reform At UN, Says Status Quo Is Fueling Conflict And Misery’China Had A Free Pass, India Won’t’: Sunil Mittal Explains Why India Will Still Win Global TradeEU, India To Sign Security And Defence Pact In New Delhi, Aim To Conclude FTA Talks: Kaja Kallas“Makes No Sense…” Ex-US Army Officer Slams Trump Over India-US RelationsUK, EU FTAs to Unlock New Export Opportunities for Assam Tea: Himanta Sarma’Rupture In World Order’: EU Blasts Trump Over ‘Bullying’; Danish MP Fires Shock Message For US PresOperation Prahar: Punjab Police Raid Locations Linked to 60 Foreign GangstersIndia Will Surpass Japan To Become 3rd Largest Economy: Gita Gopinath At World Economic Forum 2026123Photostories5 times your soul knows the truth long before your mind accepts itHow to make Gujarati Khandvi for breakfast at homeWedding guest backs Brooklyn Beckham’s allegations about Victoria Beckham’s ‘inappropriate’ dance10 countries with the largest number of national parksFrom Disha Vakani’s reunion with Asit Kumar Modi to Shweta Tiwari’s transformation- when TV celebs shared rare unseen picturesHow to stay calm when someone tries to provoke you: Psychologist reveals 3 effective tipsBaby names inspired by Lord SaraswatiFrom mantis to hippo: 5 animals that eat their own speciesFrom India to Paris, 10 baby names inspired by countries’Dhurandhar 2 – The Revenge’: A quick recap of Part 1 before Ranveer Singh’s teaser drops123Hot PicksBoard of PeaceBudget 2026Budget 2026 ExpectationsGold price predictionBengaluru AirportPublic holidays January 2026Bank Holidays JanuaryTop TrendingAbhishek SharmaTyler Glasnow Net WorthAaron Judge and Samantha Bracksiecks Age DifferenceJuan Soto Net WorthNico Hoerner Net WorthGiannis AntetokounmpoIBPS RRB PO Mains ResultJosh Allen InjuryFortnite Down V39.30 UpdateDrake Maye
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NEW DELHI: A fresh gunfight broke out on Thursday between security forces and holed-up terrorists during an ongoing search operation in the higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district, officials said.The operation, codenamed “Operation Trashi-I”, was launched in Sonnar village near Mandral-Singhpora in the Chatroo belt on Sunday. During the initial contact, three soldiers were injured when a search team encountered terrorists around noon in the Sonnar area, northeast of Chatroo.
Also read | J&K: 3 soldiers injured in encounter between security forces & terrorists in Kishtwar; operations under wayOfficials said, “One of the search teams encountered a group of two to three foreign terrorists, believed to be affiliated with Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM). The terrorists allegedly opened indiscriminate fire and lobbed grenades in an attempt to breach the cordon.”A major terrorist hideout was unearthed near the scene of the encounter on Monday, and several individuals were picked up for questioning, the officials said.Also read | 50 Maggi packets, 20kg rice, veggies, LPG cylinders: JeM’s winter bunker unearthed during Kishtwar encounterThe situation escalated on Thursday morning when a fresh contact was established with the holed-up terrorists in the dense forests of Singhpora. “Heavy firing between the two sides was going on when last reports were received, and efforts are on to neutralise the terrorists operating in the area,” officials said.A group of two to three terrorists allegedly affiliated with JeM are believed to be trapped in the encounter, according to the officials.
