Amarnath attack

Qazigund encounter: 3 LeT militants, attackers of Amarnath Yatra, killed during gunfight

Members of terror group Lashkar-e-Toiba, that attacked Amarnath pilgrims earlier this year, has been wiped out by the Indian army in yesterday's encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Qazigund, the Jammu and Kashmir Police said today.

Dec 05, 2017, 09:21 AM IST

Three LeT conspirators involved in July 10 attack on Amarnath pilgrims arrested: J&K police

The accused, who had allegedly provided vehicles and shelter to the terrorists, were produced before a local court.

Aug 06, 2017, 16:36 PM IST

Australia condemns Amarnath attack; discusses cooperation in key areas with India

In a series of tweets on the meeting, External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Gopal Baglay said Swaraj welcomed Bishop for framework dialogue of foreign ministers.

Jul 18, 2017, 19:13 PM IST

BJP MLA stokes controversy, says will stop Haj yatris from UP if Ram temple is not built in Ayodhya

Despite Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's strict advise to his party leaders to avoid brash talks or thoughtless comments, a BJP MLA from Uttar Pradesh has shared a video on social media threatening Haj pilgrims in the wake of recent attack on Amarnath yatra in which 7 people killed. BJP MLA Brijbhushan Rajput in his live video said that he will stop people of Muslim community from going to Mecca and Madina, if the Ram temple is not built in Ayodhya.

Jul 14, 2017, 09:58 AM IST

Rajnath Singh, Sushma Swaraj to brief Opposition over India-China standoff, Amarnath attack today

Leaders of prominent opposition parties are being invited for the meeting where the two senior ministers will give a detailed presentation on the prevailing situation along the Sino-Indian border+ and Jammu and Kashmir and the government action, sources said.

Jul 14, 2017, 08:24 AM IST

Amarnath terror attack 'most unfortunate': Shah Rukh Khan

 Terming the recent attack on Amarnath Yatra pilgrims as "most unfortunate", actor Shah Rukh Khan on Thursday condemned the incident.

Jul 13, 2017, 20:14 PM IST

Shutdown in Pahalgam market over Amarnath terror attack

The yatra, which passes through the Pahalgam market along the traditional route to the cave shrine, was, however, going on smoothly.

Jul 12, 2017, 14:32 PM IST

Working to improve security situation, overcome security lapses in Jammu and Kashmir: Government

Addressing the media, Jitendra Singh congratulated the people of Jammu and Kashmir for the kind of resilience they have shown in the last 25 years.

 

Jul 12, 2017, 12:59 PM IST

United States representatives condemn terror attack on Amarnath pilgrims

Several Congressmen from Texas, Florida, Arkansas and California issued a statement criticising the attacks, and paid condolences to the families of the deceased and injured.

Jul 12, 2017, 09:20 AM IST

After Amarnath terror attack, UP beefs up security along Nepal border

Sashastra Seema Bal personnel have also been directed to be extra vigilant in places like Sunauli, Nautanwa, and Rupaidiha, the entry points from the neighbouring Himalayan country. 

Jul 11, 2017, 19:57 PM IST

Flat tyre forced Amarnath Yatra bus to stop: Police officials

The bus with 60 pilgrims had started its journey from Srinagar around 5 PM and was expected to cover a distance of 100 kilometres to reach their destination, Srinagar, before 7 PM, they said.

Jul 11, 2017, 19:23 PM IST

Amarnath Yatra Terror Attack: Shah Rukh Khan hails spirit of pilgrims for countering dastardly act with courage

The entire nation shook with grief after terrorists attacked the ongoing Amarnath Yatra in Jammu & Kashmir. On Monday night as many as seven pilgrims, including six women were killed in the terror attack leaving 19 others injured.

Jul 11, 2017, 17:28 PM IST

Emergency meeting of Jammu and Kashmir Cabinet underway

"The Cabinet meeting chaired by the chief minister has started to discuss the situation after last night's attack in Anantnag," an official said.

 

Jul 11, 2017, 16:12 PM IST

Delhi Police take anti-terror measures for Kanwar Yatra

The Kanwar Yatra began on Monday, then first day of the Hindu month of Shravan, and will conclude on July 21. 

Jul 11, 2017, 15:18 PM IST

Army chief Bipin Rawat in Kashmir to review security situation

The Army chief will be briefed by top Army officials in the Valley about the overall security situation in Kashmir, especially in the wake of the attack last night in Anantnag.

Jul 11, 2017, 14:53 PM IST

Kashmiriyat still alive, I salute it: Rajnath Singh

Rajnath's comments came after he chaired a high-level security meeting with top government officials, including National Security Advisor Ajit Doval.

Jul 11, 2017, 13:48 PM IST

Amarnath yatra attack blot on Muslims, Kashmiris: J&K CM Mehbooba Mufti

The bus came under terrorists' fire near Khanabal in Anantnag district.

Jul 11, 2017, 11:23 AM IST

Amarnath Yatra terror attack: How Pakistan's Ismail, 4 other terrorists attacked unregistered bus from Gujarat in Anantnag

According to Inspector General of Police (Kashmir Range) Muneer Khan, the attack on Amaranth Yatra pilgrims was carried out by Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT).

Jul 11, 2017, 10:43 AM IST

Amarnath attack: Bodies of seven pilgrims airlifted to New Delhi; worshippers continue Yatra

Seven Amarnath pilgrims -- six women, one man -- were killed and 19 others injured when militants attacked an unescorted bus from Gujarat at Khanabal, Anantnag district last night.

Jul 11, 2017, 09:33 AM IST

Amarnath Yatris attacked in Anantnag: From President Pranab, PM Modi, Amit Shah to Sonia Gandhi, here are top reactions

Top political leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, BJP chief Amit Shah, Congress president Sonia Gandhi and several others have strongly condemned the dastardly attack on Amarnath pilgrims from Gujarat yesterday which left at least seven were killed and many others injured.

Jul 11, 2017, 09:06 AM IST