Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:44pm on 04 Feb 2026,Wednesday India
A fresh gunfight erupted on February 4 between Indian security forces and suspected Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists in the snow-bound Chatroo belt of Kishtwar district, Jammu & Kashmir, as part of ongoing Operation Trashi-I. The Army, Jammu & Kashmir Police and CRPF engaged militants in dense mountainous terrain, resulting in one terrorist being neutralised while the search continues amid challenging conditions. The encounter marked the fifth contact in the area over 18 days, highlighting persistent counter-terror efforts in the region. Mobile internet remained suspended to ensure security and curb misinformation. (PC: PTI)
