Poonch District, India

District of Jammu and Kashmir administered by India in Jammu & Kashmir

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Poonch or Punch is a district of the Jammu division of Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir in the disputed Kashmir region. With headquarters in the town of Poonch, it is bounded by the Line of Control on three sides. The 1947–48 war between India and Pakistan divided the earlier district into two parts. One went to Pakistan and the other became part of the then-Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir.

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Peaceful Morning In Jammu And Kashmir After 4 Days of Conflict \| Normalcy Returns After Ceasefire Several cities across Jammu and Kashmir, including Akhnoor, Jammu, Poonch, and Rajouri, witnessed a peaceful morning on Sunday with no reports of firing or shelling overnight—marking a return to.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:39Published 1 week ago

India ANNIHILATES Pakistan Launch Pads Near Jammu After Drones, Missiles Target Civilian Areas In a decisive retaliatory strike, the Indian Army destroyed a Pakistani post and terror launch pad near Jammu, used for launching tube drones into Indian territory. This comes after Pakistani shelling.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:15Published 1 week ago

Jammu, Samba, Poonch Blackout \| India Destroys Pak Drones \| Explosions Heard, Sirens Blaze In a dramatic escalation, the Indian military successfully destroyed multiple Pakistani drones in Jammu, Samba, and Poonch regions, leading to widespread blackouts. Explosions rocked the area as air.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 04:51Published 2 weeks ago

India Vs Pakistan BREAKING: Heavy Shelling Along LoC in Uri, Poonch Kills 1; Indian Army Retaliates Amid escalating tensions, Pakistan initiated unprovoked heavy shelling and gunfire along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Uri and Poonch sectors late Thursday night, killing one civilian and injuring.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:48Published 2 weeks ago

‘Pak attacked Gurudwara’ \| ‘Attempt to cause communal discord’ \| ‘India’s unity a challenge to Pak’ The Indian government has called out Pakistan’s blatant lie that it was not targetting any religious places. India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri informed the media that Pakistan had targetted a.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:51Published 2 weeks ago

India-Pak Tensions \| Pak Attacks Civilians \| Indiscriminate firing along the LoC \| Ground Report After India launched 'measured, focused & non-escalatory' strikes on terror camps in Pakistan under Operation Sindoor, Pakistan resorted to targetting civilians on the Indian side by opening.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:43Published 2 weeks ago

Frustrated Pak Army Shells Poonch Civilians After India Hits Terror Camps In Pakistan \| Op SINDOOR Tensions soared along the LoC as Pakistani forces shelled villages in Jammu and Kashmir, killing many—among them a woman and two children—and injuring several others. Poonch district faced the.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:16Published 2 weeks ago

Lance Naik Dinesh Killed In Pakistani Shelling After Operation Sindoor \| India Mourns Braveheart Lance Naik Dinesh Kumar was killed in Pakistani shelling just hours after India launched Operation Sindoor. The 32-year-old from Haryana leaves behind a pregnant wife, two children, and a grieving.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:02Published 2 weeks ago

15 Indian civilians killed, 40+ Injured \| Pak opens fire at LoC \| India-Pak Tensions Hours after India targetted terror camps inside Pakistani territory via its precision missile strike in its Operation Sindoor, Pakistan resorted to opening indiscriminate fire and heavy shelling at the.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:11Published 2 weeks ago

India-Pakistan War: Explosive Attack Video Surface \| Indian Fighter Jets ROAR Across Pakistan Border In this raw, unfiltered footage, Indian fighter jets roar across the skies near the Pakistan border, following the high-intensity Operation Sindoor airstrikes targeting terror camps in.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:08Published 2 weeks ago

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'It was a huge threat': Army destroys live Pakistani shell in Jammu & Kashmir's Poonch The Indian Army's bomb disposal squad safely detonated a live shell fired from Pakistan near a village in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, averting a potential disaster. Residents expressed relief.. IndiaTimes - Published 4 hours ago
23 'subversive elements' booked under PSA in Srinagar Jammu and Kashmir Police have detained 23 individuals in Srinagar under the Public Safety Act, citing threats to national security and public order. These individuals, labeled as terror associates and.. IndiaTimes - Published 3 days ago
3 more terrorists killed in Kashmir, total 6 in 48 hours In Jammu and Kashmir, security forces killed three Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists in Tral. This followed another clash where three Lashkar-e-Taiba men were killed in Shopian. Authorities have urged.. IndiaTimes - Published 5 days ago

Situation normal at Jammu, Poonch; no shelling reported overnight India said on Saturday that Pakistan has violated the understanding reached between DGMOs of the two countries earlier in the day on stoppage of firing and military action and that the Indian Army is.. DNA - Published 1 week ago
Complete blackout in Poonch as escalations with Pakistan continue Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch has observed a total blackout amid escalations with Pakistan. DNA - Published 2 weeks ago
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Multiple loud explosions heard in Poonch, Akhnoor, Rajouri Multiple loud explosions heard in Poonch, Akhnoor, Rajouri DNA - Published 2 weeks ago
Mortar attack in Poonch, Rajouri, Akhnoor Mortar attack in Poonch, Rajouri, Akhnoor DNA - Published 2 weeks ago
Pakistan shelling kills 12, prompts evacuation in J&K border districts Following India's Operation Sindoor, Pakistan initiated heavy artillery and mortar fire along the LoC in J&K, resulting in a tragic loss of civilian lives, including children, and numerous injuries... IndiaTimes - Published 2 weeks ago
12 dead in Pakistan shelling across LoC, Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch worst hit Pakistani Army's shelling in Jammu and Kashmir's border areas, including the Line of Control, resulted in at least 12 fatalities, including four children, and 57 injuries. Poonch district was the worst.. IndiaTimes - Published 2 weeks ago

Seven dead, 38 injured as Pakistan Army targets civilian areas along LoC in J&K Pakistani forces shelled villages along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir. Seven people died, including a woman and two children. Thirty-eight others sustained injuries. Poonch district.. IndiaTimes - Published 2 weeks ago
Four dead as bus falls into Poonch gorge A passenger bus accident in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district resulted in the tragic loss of four lives, including an Army soldier on leave, and left over 40 individuals injured. The bus, en route.. IndiaTimes - Published 2 weeks ago
PoK man detained near LoC in J&K’s Poonch IndiaTimes - Published 2 weeks ago	Army busts terror hideout in J&K's Poonch; IEDs, wireless sets, clothes recovered Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district discovered a large cache of arms and ammunition from a destroyed terrorist hideout, including IEDs and wireless sets. This discovery follows a.. IndiaTimes - Published 2 weeks ago
Indian Army retaliates against unprovoked small arms firing by Pakistan The Pakistan Army resorted to unprovoked small arms firing across the LoC in areas opposite Kupwara, Baramulla, Poonch, Rajauri, Mendhar, Naushera, Sunderbani, and Akhnoor areas of the Union Territory.. DNA - Published 2 weeks ago	Pakistan violates ceasefire for fourth consecutive night, India responds Pakistani troops have violated the ceasefire along the Line of Control for the fourth consecutive night, initiating unprovoked firing in the Poonch and Kupwara districts of Jammu and Kashmir, according.. IndiaTimes - Published 3 weeks ago
J&K villagers in border areas prepare 'Modi bunkers' as tensions rise along LoC after Pahalgam terror attack Following the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, residents in the remote border villages of Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, are preparing their underground bunkers, locally known as "Modi bunkers." These.. IndiaTimes - Published 3 weeks ago	Search ops in 6 Jammu districts intensified to track down hiding terrorists Security forces have intensified search operations across six districts of the Jammu division to locate terrorists believed to be hiding in forest areas. This follows a gunfight in Udhampur where a.. IndiaTimes - Published on April 25, 2025
Searches launched in J&K’s Poonch after brief firefight with terrorists Security forces initiated a large-scale combing operation in Surankote's Lasana village, Poonch district, following a brief exchange of fire with terrorists on Monday night. Additional troops have been.. IndiaTimes - Published on April 15, 2025	Terror conspiracy: NIA files chargesheet against Pakistani handler, 2 others The NIA has charged three individuals, including a Pakistan-based handler, in a terror conspiracy linked to arms seizures in J&K's Poonch. Abdul Aziz, Munawar Hussain, and Nazir Hussain face charges.. IndiaTimes - Published on April 15, 2025
Joint search operations continue after contact made with terrorists in J-K's Poonch According to a post by the Indian Army's White Knight Corps on X, the search efforts were conducted along with the Jammu and Kashmir Police to prevent the terrorists from escaping. DNA - Published on April 15, 2025	Pakistan opens unprovoked fire, breaks truce along LoC in Poonch sector Pakistani soldiers violated the ceasefire along the Line of Control in Poonch, J&K. Indian troops responded effectively, maintaining control over the situation. This incident follows earlier breaches.. IndiaTimes - Published on April 2, 2025
'Unprovoked firing': What Indian Army said on Pakistan violating ceasefire at LoC in J&K's Poonch IndiaTimes - Published on April 2, 2025	Lt Gen PK Mishra takes over as new GOC of Nagrota-based White Knight Corps Lieutenant General PK Mishra assumed command of the Jammu-based White Knight Corps, relieving Lt Gen Navin Sachdeva. The Corps Commander emphasized maintaining operational excellence and promoting.. IndiaTimes - Published on April 1, 2025
Pakistan violates ceasefire at LoC in Poonch, Indian Army retaliates IndiaTimes - Published on April 1, 2025	Soldier hit by bullet from across LoC in J&K’s Rajouri An Indian Army soldier stationed at the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir was injured by cross-border firing from Pakistan in the Rajouri district. The incident occurred at Kalsiyan of Nowshera.. IndiaTimes - Published on March 12, 2025
Army foils infiltration bid along LoC in J&K’s Rajouri Army personnel successfully intercepted an infiltration attempt by terrorists along the Line of Control in J&K’s Sunderbani sector on Wednesday, leading to enhanced surveillance measures. This.. IndiaTimes - Published on February 19, 2025	Pak attempts terror push with ceasefire breach in Poonch Pakistani soldiers violated the ceasefire by firing in J&K's Poonch district, aiming to push terrorists into India. The Indian border guards responded effectively with equal force, and there were no.. IndiaTimes - Published on February 12, 2025
JCO found dead near barracks in Jammu's Poonch IndiaTimes - Published on February 7, 2025	Two terrorists shot as Army foils infiltration bid in J&K's Poonch IndiaTimes - Published on January 30, 2025
Ahead of Republic Day, IED found in J&K's Poonch Alert Army troops in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district detected and successfully defused a ready-to-use Improvised Explosive Device (IED) during an intensified security operation ahead of Republic.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 20, 2025	Poonch accident: Army chief, CM condole tragedy IndiaTimes - Published on December 25, 2024
5 soldiers die, as many injured as Army vehicle falls into J&K gorge An Army vehicle transporting soldiers of the 11 Maratha Light Infantry veered off the road and plunged into a gorge near an advanced post in Poonch, J&K, resulting in the death of five soldiers and.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 24, 2024	5 soldiers killed in an accident in J&K's Poonch IndiaTimes - Published on December 24, 2024
Army jawan killed in mine blast in J&K's Poonch An Indian Army soldier, Havildar V Subbaiah Varikunta, was tragically killed in a mine blast while on patrol along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district. He was part of a.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 9, 2024	J-K: Grenade attack by terrorists on Army post in Poonch; no casualties Terrorists lobbed two grenades at an Army post behind an Army camp in the Surankote area. While one of them exploded, the other did not and was subsequently defused by experts during the search.. DNA - Published on December 4, 2024
Over 26,000 aspirants participate in army recruitment rally in J&K's Poonch IndiaTimes - Published on November 17, 2024	Terror activities surge in J&K: 44 killed, including security personnel and civilians as attacks spread to 6 districts beyond Rajouri, Poonch Militant activities have expanded beyond Rajouri and Poonch to six more districts in Jammu this year, resulting in 44 fatalities, including 18 security personnel. This surge in violence has prompted.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 11, 2024
Searches continue in Poonch & Kathua Security forces have intensified search operations in Jammu's Kathua and Poonch areas following recent shootouts with terrorists. This escalation occurs just days before the first phase of assembly.. IndiaTimes - Published on September 16, 2024	J-K: Joint operation of Army and police underway in Poonch to nab hiding terrorists in forest The operation is underway in the hilly forest area of Pathanateer in Mendhar sector of Poonch district. IndiaTimes - Published on September 16, 2024
Two simultaneous encounters under way in Poonch & Kathua of Jammu region, operations continue Security forces engaged terrorists in gunfights in Mendhar sector of Poonch and Bani area of Kathua district. Additional troops were deployed to reinforce the cordon. These incidents follow recent.. IndiaTimes - Published on September 15, 2024	After overnight gunfight in Poonch ends; fresh one erupts in Kathua A fresh encounter broke out between police and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua, with both sides exchanging fire in a forested region. This follows an overnight gunfight in Poonch's Pathanateer.. IndiaTimes - Published on September 15, 2024
Encounter breaks out between security forces, terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch The gunfight began after security forces launched a cordon and search operation following information about the presence of terrorists in the village. DNA - Published on September 15, 2024	Terrorists exchange fire with security forces in J&K's Poonch IndiaTimes - Published on September 15, 2024
J-K: 40 foreign terrorists active in Poonch-Rajouri sectors, security tightened It is emerging that there are around 35-40 foreign terrorists active in the area and operating in small teams, with two-three in each one of them. DNA - Published on June 23, 2024	Terrorists shoot at J&K police team in Poonch IndiaTimes - Published on June 18, 2024
Jammu and Kashmir: Encounter breaks out in Poonch district IndiaTimes - Published on June 18, 2024	PoK national apprehended by Indian army in Poonch's Mankote "PoJK national apprehended by Indian Army in KG sector Mankote area of district Poonch after the national cross over LoC," Poonch Police said. IndiaTimes - Published on June 5, 2024
Security forces launch search for terrorists in Poonch IndiaTimes - Published on May 31, 2024	Search near Pakistan border in J&K after 3 armed men spotted Security forces in Jammu search near India-Pakistan border to track down armed men, suspected as Pakistani terrorists, after an ambush on an IAF convoy in Poonch district. The search was near Tarnah.. IndiaTimes - Published on May 19, 2024

Poonch District, India

District of Jammu and Kashmir administered by India in Jammu & Kashmir

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