NEW DELHI: Two Pakistani terrorists were killed on Wednesday in a joint operation by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Central Reserve Police Force in the Basantgarh area of Udhampur district, ANI reported quoting officials. Jammu and Kashmir Police said the terrorists were neutralised during an intense encounter in the Basantgarh area following a coordinated operation involving the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Central Reserve Police Force.The encounter began around 4 pm after security forces established contact with the terrorists based on specific intelligence inputs. Officials said a cordon and search operation had been launched in the Johpar-Marta village area of Ramnagar tehsil after information was received about the movement of suspected militants.The situation escalated into a firefight when the terrorists, believed to be hiding in a forested stretch, opened fire on the troops, prompting retaliation by the security forces. Reinforcements were rushed to the area to prevent any escape, and all exit routes were sealed as the operation intensified.Confirming the operation, the White Knight Corps said in a post on X, “Operation Kiya. In an intelligence-based joint Operation, contact has been established with the terrorists by the Troops of CIF Delta, #WhiteKnightCorps, @JmuKmrPolice and #CRPF at around 4 pm today in the general area of Basantgarh. Cordon has been established. Firefight is on. Operation is in progress.”Officials said the joint operation was launched following credible intelligence and remained underway for several hours as security forces tightened the cordon and carried out thorough searches in the area.(With inputs from ANI)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 MediaVideos’Sorry Papa’: Suicide Note From Three Sisters In Ghaziabad Triggers Debate On Gaming AddictionMamata Banerjee Takes SIR Battle Against Election Commission To Supreme Court, Openly Challenges BJPChina Backs BRICS Presidency, Highlights Record Trade Growth With India Amid Diplomatic ResetUS Lawmaker Rich McCormick Hails Trade Deal, Says India, US Key To Global Peace, Economic StabilityJaishankar Meets Rubio As India-US Partnership Moves Beyond Trade Deal Into Global Strategic Axis“India Will Buy Oil From US…” White House After Trade Deal’India-US Trade Deal Removes Competitive Disadvantage’: Former Indian Envoy To WashingtonIndia-US Trade Deal: Trump Says India Won’t Buy Russian Oil; Rahul Gandhi Accuses PM of Selling Out’Symbol Of Negativity’: Goyal Rains Fire On Rahul Gandhi After US-India Trade Deal, Parl RuckusIndia-US Trade Deal: Moscow Contradicts Trump’s Claim On New Delhi ‘Stopping’ Russian Oil Imports123PhotostoriesWhy BMW cars are so expensive: The features that make them stand outWhat is the difference between a lease and a rent agreement7 parenting lessons from Violet BridgertonHow vintage furniture shapes modern comfort10 most mispronounced food words and their correct pronunciation5 unique wildlife species found in the Indian HimalayasBaby names inspired by music and art9 nature-inspired baby girl names that mean ‘new beginning’How to make dhaba-style dal makhani at homeThere are only 6 countries whose names begin with the letter ‘U’123Hot PicksBudget 2026Gold Silver PricesCigarette Prices HikeIndia US TradeIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingArtemi PanarinMLB Trade RumorsAyesha CurryKayla NicoleNHL Injury UpdatePuka NacuaRussell WilsonDenver Nuggets vs Detroit PistonsNikola JokicGold Riyadh Players Ranking
NEW DELHI: Two Pakistani terrorists were killed on Wednesday in a joint operation by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Central Reserve Police Force in the Basantgarh area of Udhampur district, ANI reported quoting officials. Jammu and Kashmir Police said the terrorists were neutralised during an intense encounter in the Basantgarh area following a coordinated operation involving the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Central Reserve Police Force.The encounter began around 4 pm after security forces established contact with the terrorists based on specific intelligence inputs. Officials said a cordon and search operation had been launched in the Johpar-Marta village area of Ramnagar tehsil after information was received about the movement of suspected militants.The situation escalated into a firefight when the terrorists, believed to be hiding in a forested stretch, opened fire on the troops, prompting retaliation by the security forces. Reinforcements were rushed to the area to prevent any escape, and all exit routes were sealed as the operation intensified.Confirming the operation, the White Knight Corps said in a post on X, “Operation Kiya. In an intelligence-based joint Operation, contact has been established with the terrorists by the Troops of CIF Delta, #WhiteKnightCorps, @JmuKmrPolice and #CRPF at around 4 pm today in the general area of Basantgarh. Cordon has been established. Firefight is on. Operation is in progress.”Officials said the joint operation was launched following credible intelligence and remained underway for several hours as security forces tightened the cordon and carried out thorough searches in the area.(With inputs from ANI)
