Army Engages Terrorists in Kishtwar, Operations Ongoing
On January 19, 2026, security forces resumed operations in Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir, to locate terrorists believed to be hiding in the area. The operation, named 'Operation Trashi-I', began on January 18 and resulted in eight soldiers sustaining injuries from a grenade attack. Multiple teams, including the army, police, and paramilitary forces, are conducting searches with aerial support from drones and sniffer dogs. Officials believe two to three terrorists affiliated with Jaish-e-Mohammad are trapped in the region. This incident marks the third conflict in Jammu this year, following previous encounters on January 7 and 13. The intensified operations are part of efforts to ensure security ahead of Republic Day amid concerns of increased terrorist activity.
Published 1 day ago • 18 Jan 2026, 06:25 PM IST