Poonch

Defence of Poonch (1947-48): A year-long siege, air-supply lifeline, and the final breakout under Operation Easy

How a remote frontier town held out for twelve desperate months, survived on a fragile airbridge and relentless local mobilisation, and finally broke free in one of the war’s most daring operations — a risky, hard-fought breakout that turned a starving, encircled Poonch from a besieged outpost into a symbol of endurance, unity and strategic recovery.

Poonch 1971: India’s defence that blunted Pakistan’s push

How Indian forces held key heights around Poonch and denied Pakistan a tactical victory in one of the most hard-fought western-front battles of 1971

Pakistani drones sighted near LoC in J&K's Poonch, search operation underway

Their movement was tracked over Balakote, Langote and Gursai nallah before they swiftly returned to the Pakistani side within five minutes.

J&K LG Sinha, CM Abdullah begin relief measures for victims of Pakistan shelling

While lieutenant governor Sinha went to Uri, chief minister Abdullah drove down to Jammu from Srinagar to assess the damage and reach out to the residents who have borne the brunt of cross-border shelling.

Bus falls into gorge in J-K’s Poonch, three dead

The bus was on its way to Mendhar from Ghani village when its driver lost control around 9.20 am, they said.

Army troops foil infiltration bid along LoC in Jammu & Kashmir's Poonch

Alert Army troops picked up the movement of the terrorists trying to sneak into this side from across the LoC in Khari Karmara area, leading to a gunfight between the two sides, the officials said.

Tragic Army Vehicle Accident in J&K’s Poonch: 5 Soldiers Killed

A tragic accident in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district on Tuesday evening claimed the lives of five soldiers and left five others injured. The accident occurred when an Army vehicle skidded off the road and plunged into a 300-350 feet deep gorge. The vehicle was part of a convoy traveling from Nilam Headquarters to Balnoi Ghora Post. The cause of the accident is being investigated, with officials suggesting the driver may have lost control at a sharp turn. The Army has ruled out any terrorist involvement. The injured soldiers have been moved to a field hospital, with one in critical condition.

Policeman shoots himself dead in Jammu

Inside a local police station, a policeman is claimed to have shot himself to death with his service rifle, according to authorities on Sunday.

Terror activities in Rajouri-Poonch an area of concern, says Army Chief

The Army Chief also affirmed zero tolerance for human rights violations in Jammu and Kashmir and clear directions have been given to the army to act in a professional manner

Search Ops to track down terrorists in J-K's Poonch begins

Security forces initiated an extensive cordon and search operation in the forest area of Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district on Friday. This action followed a terrorist attack a day earlier, resulting in the tragic death of five army personnel and injuries to two others.

From Poonch to Saudi Arabia: J&K narco terror module uncovered

A few individuals from Poonch based in Saudi Arabia have established a significant network with Pakistani handlers for smuggling arms, money, explosives, and narcotics into India.

Infiltration bid foiled by Army in Poonch, 2 terrorists killed

It was a joint operation by the army and Jammu Kashmir Police carried out on the intervening night of July 16-17 in the Krishna Ghati Sector of Poonch district, he said, adding arms and ammunition were also recovered from the site.

BSF DG visits LoC in Rajouri, Poonch; reviews security

During his visit, the DG also interacted with BSF jawans on the ground and exhorted them to deliver their best at all times.

Poonch attack: Cordon-and-search operation enters day 2, top officials visit site

The truck that came under attack was carrying fruits, vegetables and other items to Sangiote village from the Bhimber Gali camp for Iftar to be organised by the Rashtriya Rifles at 7 pm, the officials said.

5 Army soldiers killed in terrorist attack in Poonch

Another soldier was seriously injured in the incident and was evacuated immediately to the Army Hospital at Rajouri, officials said.

1 killed, three soldiers injured in Pak shelling along LoC in J-K's Poonch

Earlier, a defence spokesperson said Pakistan initiated the unprovoked ceasefire violation by firing with small arms and shelling with mortars in the sector around 3.45 pm.

Pakistan shells border areas in Poonch, first ceasefire violation of 2020

The Indian Army retaliated to the shelling that took place on Wednesday night.

2 civilians killed in Pak shelling along LoC in Poonch

The Pakistani troops rained mortar bomb shells and resorted to heavy firing targeting civilian villages as well, a police officer said.

Bodies of two soldiers mutilated by Pakistan Army, India vows Revenge

In a barbaric act, the bodies of two Indian soldiers were mutilated by the Pakistan Army which violated ceasefire along the Line of Control in Krishna Ghati sector of Poonch district and attacked a patrol team near the border on Monday.

Sambhaav Media surges 20%, wins FM radio channels for 13 cities

The company won FM Radio channels for 13 cities, through e-auction undertaken by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) for second batch of private FM Radio phase - III channels.

Pakistan violates ceasefire ahead of J&K polls today

Pakistani troops resorted to small arms firing in Hamirpur sub-sector in Poonch district around 21.30 hours after which the Indian troops guarding the border retaliated effectively, resulting in exchange of fire.

Overnight firing reported from Pakistan along LoC

There seems to be no let-up in tension at the India-Pakistan border. There are reports of overnight firing from the Pakistan side in the Poonch sector. Firing has been reported from more than three places along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir. India has said the firing is unprovoked.