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  • Status Quo Maintained On LAC, Ceasefire Continues On Loc: Army Commander

    Status Quo Maintained On LAC, Ceasefire Continues On Loc: Army Commander

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    SRINAGAR: During a ‘Veterans Sampark’ rally held in the outskirts of the city, Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi, the Northern Army Commander, stated that the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh with China has remained stable in terms of the current situation, while the ceasefire on the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir continues. The General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GoC) of the Northern Command, which is based in Udhampur, added that discussions have taken place at various levels to maintain the Status Quo with China on the LAC.

    “The ceasefire on the borders is ongoing,” said the Army Commander, who also reported that “our units have successfully thwarted some infiltration attempts.” Regarding the situation in the hinterland, he stated that “it is largely under control,” and that “our CI/CT Grid is fully functioning with civil administration” as they work to “completely halt such incidents.”

    During a rally held to honour ex-servicemen, several commanding officers including the Army Commander, Colonel of JAK RIF and Ladakh Scouts, praised Major General Govardhan Singh Jamwal (Retd), Brig Gurmeet Singh Shan, Director Sainik Welfare Dept, J&K, Brig SK Goswami, Commander 92 Inf Bde, and Brig Rajesh Sharma, Commandant JAK RIF Regimental Center. They acknowledged the sacrifices made by these heroes and stated that “we owe a debt to the heroes of this country, which can never be repaid, but the nation will always express gratitude and respect towards them.”

    The Army Commander spoke about the history of JAK RIF, mentioning that the regiment was established in 1820 under the leadership of Maharaja Gulab Singh and has participated in every war since then, displaying great valor and sacrifice. He also highlighted the bravery of the regiment in the Hussainiwala Operation of 4 JAK RIF and the role it played in conquering areas like Tibet, Gilgit, Yasin, Darel, Hunza, Nagar, Chilas, and Chitral under the leadership of General Zorawar Singh.

    Lt Gen Dwivedi, who took over as the Colonel of the Regiment of Jammu and Kashmir Rifles and Ladakh Scouts in February 2022, explained that the purpose of the rally was to provide support and assistance to ex-servicemen, war veterans, Veer Naris, and next of kins of fallen heroes from Jammu district of Jammu and Kashmir belonging to the Regiment. He added that they aim to solve their problems related to pensions and provide medical help from experts.

    Regarding the Agniveers, Lt Gen Dwivedi stated that he was sure that after being associated with the regiment, some of them would join in an unbreakable bond. The ‘Veterans Sampark Rally’ was attended by over 800 ex-servicemen, war veterans, Veer Naris, and next of kins of fallen heroes from Jammu district of Jammu and Kashmir belonging to the Regiment. (KNO)

     

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    ( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

  • Status quo maintained on LAC, ceasefire continues on LoC: Army Commander

    Status quo maintained on LAC, ceasefire continues on LoC: Army Commander

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    Jammu, Mar 21: Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi Tuesday said that the status quo is maintained with China on the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh while ceasefire continues on the Line of Control (LoC) in J&K.

    Addressing a mega ‘Veterans Sampark’ rally in Digiana areas of city outskirts, the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GoC) of Udhampur-based Northern Command, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said that the Status Quo is maintained with China on LAC amid talks at different levels.

    On LoC, the Army Commander said that the ceasefire continues on the borders, adding, “There have been some infiltration attempts which have been successfully foiled by our units.”

    “The situation in the hinterland is largely under control. Our CI/CT Grid is fully working with civil administration and efforts are on to stop such incidents completely,” he stated.

    The commanding officers also praised the veteran heroes like Major General Govardhan Singh Jamwal, (Retd), Brig Gurmeet Singh Shan, Director Sainik Welfare Dept, J&K, Brig SK Goswami, Commander 92 Inf Bde, Brig Rajesh Sharma, Commandant JAK RIF Regimental Center stating that through this rally, India Army is honouring the ex-servicemen because of whom “we are free today.”

    “We owe a debt to the heroes of this country, which can never be repaid, but the nation will always express gratitude and respect towards them,” army commander, who is also Colonel of JAK RIF and Ladakh Scouts.

    “Our (JAK RIF) regiment was raised in Jammu in 1820 under the leadership of Maharaja Gulab Singh and hoisted its glory by conquering areas like Tibet, Gilgit, Yasin, Darel, Hunza, Nagar, Chilas and Chitral under the leadership of General Zorawar Singh. Our regiment has participated in every war since 1820 and has given a wonderful example of its valor and sacrifice,” he added.

    “Recognizing our bravery in Hussainiwala Operation of 4 JAK RIF and our bravery in history, we were made an integral part of the Indian Army as the Jammu and Kashmir Regiment,” Lt Gen Dwivedi said.

    Lt Gen Dwivedi, who took over the charge of Northern Command and Colonel of the Regiment of Jammu and Kashmir Rifles and Ladakh Scouts on February 1, 2022, said, “the purpose of this rally is to reach out to the Ex-servicemen of Jammu and Kashmir Rifles, their closest relatives and Veer Naris living in the nearest district of Jammu and surrounding areas, to solve their problems and anomalies related to pension and to get medical help from medical experts.”

    On Agniveer, he said, “some of these Agniveers will go back to the society after completing their four years term and I am sure that after being associated with the regiment, they will also join the regiment in an unbreakable bond.”

    More than 800 Ex-Servicemen, War Veterans, Veer Naris and Next of Kins of Fallen Heroes hailing from Jammu district of Jammu and Kashmir belonging to the Regiment attended the ‘Veterans Sampark Rally’—(KNO)

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    ( With inputs from : roshankashmir.net )

  • NIA Attaches Property of late Hizb Commander in Kralpora Kupwara

    NIA Attaches Property of late Hizb Commander in Kralpora Kupwara

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    Srinagar, Mar 4 (GNS): National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday attached the property of slain Hizb-ul-Mujahideen Commander Bashir Ahmad Peer at Kralpora Kupwara, official sources said.

    They told GNS that an NIA team alongside SHO and Tehsildar Kralpora reached Babapora Kupwara and attached property of a slain militant commander in the name of Bashir Ahmad Pir alias Imtiyaz Alam, son of Late Sikander Pir.

    The immovable property land measuring 3 Kanals under survey numbers 3807/1479, 3810/1480, 1497and 1480 situated at Estate Batpora, Tehsil Kralpora was attached under UA(PA) under RC-29/2021/NIA/DLI by the order of MHA, GoI, dated 13.02.2023, they said.

    Notably, Peer, commander of militant outfit Hizbul Mujahideen, was shot dead by unidentified assailants from point blank range by assailants outside a shop in Pakistan’s Rawalpindi last month. Peer, who hailed from Kupwara district, had been living in Pakistan for more than 15 years. (GNS)

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    ( With inputs from : thegnskashmir.com )

  • NIA Attaches Property of Slain Hizb Commander – Kashmir News

    NIA Attaches Property of Slain Hizb Commander – Kashmir News

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    Srinagar, Mar 4 : National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday attached the property of slain Hizb-ul-Mujahideen Commander Bashir Ahmad Peer at Kralpora Kupwara, official sources said.

    They told GNS that an NIA team alongside SHO and Tehsildar Kralpora reached Babapora Kupwara and attached property of a slain militant commander in the name of Bashir Ahmad Pir alias Imtiyaz Alam, son of Late Sikander Pir.

    The immovable property land measuring 3 Kanals under survey numbers 3807/1479, 3810/1480, 1497and 1480 situated at Estate Batpora, Tehsil Kralpora was attached under UA(PA) under RC-29/2021/NIA/DLI by the order of MHA, GoI, dated 13.02.2023, they said.

    Notably, Peer, commander of militant outfit Hizbul Mujahideen, was shot dead by unidentified assailants from point blank range by assailants outside a shop in Pakistan’s Rawalpindi last month. Peer, who hailed from Kupwara district, had been living in Pakistan for more than 15 years. (GNS)


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    ( With inputs from : kashmirnews.in )

  • NIA Attaches Property Of Hizb Commander In Baramulla

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    SRINAGAR: National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Friday attached property of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen commander Basit Reshi in Sopore area of North Kashmir’s Baramulla district.

    NIA action comes as Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has declared Basit Reshi, “presently in Pakistan”, as designated “Terrorist” under the UAPA, a stringent act legislated to control militant activities.

    According to the Home Ministry reports Basit Ahmad Reshi is a member of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen and was involved in “subversive activities and coordinating target killings” in Jammu and Kashmir.

    The NIA claims that Reshi planned and executed an attack on a police guard post at Tujar Sherief on August 18, 2015, in which police personnel and a civilian were killed.

    Born on 4 March 1996, Reshi is resident of Yemberzalwari Shiva Dangerpora Sopore area of Baramulla district and as per NIA he is presently in Pakistan.

    The NIA action comes a day after it attached property of Mushtaq Ahmad Zargar alias ‘Latram’ in Nowhatta area of Srinagar. (GNS)

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    ( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

  • Zelenskyy dismisses high-ranking commander in Donbass

    Zelenskyy dismisses high-ranking commander in Donbass

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    Dhe Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Sunday dismissed a high-ranking military commander who had been fighting Russian troops in the east of the country. In a one-line decree, Zelenskyy announced the dismissal of Eduard Moskalyov, commander of the combined forces of Ukraine. Moskalyov has been at his post in Donbass since March 2022, shortly after the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Zelenskyj gave no reason for the dismissal.

    Selenskyj wants to bring back Crimea

    According to Selenskyj, Ukraine wants to bring back all parts of the country occupied by Russia, including Crimea, into the state federation. The President emphasized this on Sunday on the anniversary of the occupation of the Black Sea Peninsula by Russian troops. The situation on the fronts in eastern Ukraine remains static, while the air force chief is asking for more anti-aircraft weapons.

    “In 2014, Russian aggression began with the capture of Crimea,” Zelenskyy said in his nightly video address on Sunday. “It is logical that with the liberation of Crimea, we will mark a historic end to all attempts by Russia to ruin the lives of Ukrainians and all the peoples of Europe and Asia, which the Kremlin once claimed to subdue.”

    Zelenskyi further said: “Today, February 26, we mark the day of resistance against the occupation of Crimea and Sevastopol.” left to the enemy”. At the same time, Zelenskyy was confident: “International law will prevail here, on the soil of Ukraine: in the Donbass, in Azov, in Cherson and in the Crimea.”

    In spring 2014, Russia took control of the Crimean Peninsula, which belongs to Ukraine. The first armed clashes between supporters of the Ukrainian government and pro-Russian demonstrators on February 26, 2014 finally led to military intervention by Russia. A controlled referendum on incorporation into the Russian Federation led to Moscow’s annexation of Crimea in March.

    International Crimean Platform calls on Moscow to withdraw

    On the anniversary of the occupation, the International Crimea Platform once again demanded the withdrawal of all Russian troops from Ukraine. In a statement released Sunday, platform participants reiterated their support for Ukraine within its internationally recognized borders and condemned “Russia’s unprovoked aggression.” At the same time, they once again declared Moscow’s annexation of Crimea and the other areas of Ukraine that have since been annexed to be illegal.

    The Crimea platform was launched in 2021 by the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry to diplomatically reverse the incorporation of the Black Sea peninsula by Russia if possible. The campaign is supported by well over 40 countries, and NATO and the EU are also involved.

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    ( With inputs from : pledgetimes.com )

  • Kashmir Situation ‘Progressively Improving’: Army Commander

    Kashmir Situation ‘Progressively Improving’: Army Commander

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    SRINAGAR: The Army on Tuesday said that the overall situation in Kashmir was “progressively improving”.

    Addressing the Northern Command Investiture Ceremony here, General officer Commanding in Chief Lt General Upendra Dwivedi also said that the army was ready to give a befitting response to any Chinese aggression in Ladakh and that Kashmir has witnessed a “concerning rise” in narco-militancy with “Pakistan now using this as a new tool in its proxy war.”

    “Northern Command is in a high state of readiness and morale, to face constantly evolving threats and challenges,” news agency GNS quoted General officer Commanding in Chief Lt General Upendra Dwivedi as having said. “The security situation in Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh poses many challenges in terrain and operational dynamics, especially from different adversaries along the Northern and Western Borders,” he said, adding, “We are committed to defending India’s sovereignty and territorial integrity while upholding the democratic traditions of the Nation.” He said the army was maintaining a constant vigil, monitoring all developments and “will take all necessary steps to protect our National Interests.”

    “Indian Army is prepared to meet any challenges in the future and will always work for the betterment of the people of the Region,” he said, adding, “The last two years have brought to the fore newer challenges in the wake of abrogation of Article 370, the Galwan conflict and multiple waves of COVID-19. These challenges have only served to strengthen our resolve to be steadfast and determined in our commitment.”

    He said the situation along the Line of Control has remained stable and the ceasefire understanding with Pakistan continues to sustain. “A very strict vigil and a robust technology enabled multi-tiered counter infiltration grid is being maintained, to thwart any attempts at infiltration,” he said, adding, “ceasefire violations, infiltration bids or any other misadventure attempted by the adversary will be dealt with firmly.” He said numerous infiltration bids have been foiled in the last year. “The highest standards of professionalism and jointness displayed by the troops in all dimensions of Counter (militancy) Operations has nullified/ limited the kinetic threat.”

    He said Kashmir has witnessed a concerning rise in narco-militancy “as Pakistan is now using this as a new tool in its proxy war.”

    “Of late, a dual strategy of sending across drugs as well as weapons through drones is being employed to keep the fire burning in an attempt to disrupt the social fabric,” he said, adding, “The cross-border smuggling of narcotics provides a succor to (militancy). The Security Forces are alive to this trend and have already initiated counter drone measures to curb the menace.”

    He said army’s focus continues to reinforce intelligence setup by synergising with all stakeholders and sister agencies, to usher in peace and undertake developmental activities. “The overall situation is progressively improving and a positive and conducive environment for accelerating the developmental initiatives of the government has been created,” he said, adding, “ The dividends of peace and stability are reaching people in far flung areas and they are participating wholeheartedly to preserve and sustain this peace.”

    On the LAC, he said, army’s response to Chinese attempts to “unilaterally change the status quo” was a swift, undaunted and synergised action. “Any adverse aggressive designs or attempts will definitely be met with appropriate posturing of Forces and a strong intent with complete synergy amongst the three services,” he said, adding, “Measures to resolve the LAC situation at diplomatic and operational levels are also simultaneously underway. I assure you that the LAC in Eastern Ladakh is being dominated by physical patrolling and through technical means and our territorial integrity is being ensured”.

    Besides the operational challenges on the LAC, line of control and hinterland, he said, army remain committed to providing succor in times of natural disasters such as landslides, COVID and other natural calamities. “I also take this opportunity to laud the efforts of the COVID warriors whose relentless efforts have kept us protected in these testing times,” he said, adding, “Needless to say, that “there is nothing nobler than reaching out and alleviating the lives of people”. On an annual basis, he said, over 250 medical and 100 veterinary camps are conducted in the remotest areas of the UTs, which benefit thousands of lives and livestock. “We are encouraging and facilitating graziers to move to their traditional grazing areas in Eastern Ladakh including those located close to the LAC.”

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    ( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

  • Kashmir witnessing concerning rise in narco-terrorism: Northern Army Commander

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    Umaisar Gull Ganie

    Srinagar, Feb 07: Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi, GOC-in-C, Northern Command on Tuesday said that Kashmir is witnessing a concerning rise in narco-terrorism and that the Army is prepared to meet any challenges in the future.

    Addressing a gathering at the first segment of the Investiture Ceremony at BB Cantt, Srinagar, Northern Army Commander, as per the news agency-Kashmir News Observer (KNO) stated that the Northern Command is in a high state of readiness and morale to face constantly evolving threats and challenges.

    “The security situation in Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh poses many challenges in terrain and operational dynamics, especially from different adversaries along the Northern and Western Borders. We are committed to defending India’s sovereignty and territorial integrity while upholding the democratic traditions of the Nation,” he said. He further added that they are maintaining a constant vigil, monitoring all developments and will take all necessary steps to protect the national interests.

    “Indian Army is prepared to meet any challenges in the future and will always work for the betterment of the people of the Region. The last two years have brought to the fore newer challenges in the wake of abrogation of Article 370, the Galwan conflict and multiple waves of COVID-19,” he said.

    The Northern Army Commander added that these challenges have only served to strengthen the resolve to be steadfast and determined in their commitment. “The situation along the LOC has remained stable and the ceasefire understanding continues to sustain. A very strict vigil and a robust technology enabled multi-tiered counter infiltration grid is being maintained to thwart any attempts of infiltration,” the Army officer added.

    He added that the ceasefire violations, infiltration bids or any other misadventure attempted by the adversary will be dealt with firmly. “Numerous infiltration bids have been foiled in the last year. The highest standards of professionalism and joint-ness displayed by the troops in all dimensions of Counter Terror Operations has nullified and limited the kinetic threat.”

    Kashmir is witnessing a concerning rise in narco-terrorism, as Pakistan is now using this as a new tool in its proxy war, he said, adding that of late, a dual strategy of sending across drugs as well as weapons through drones is being employed to keep the fire burning in an attempt to disrupt the social fabric. “The cross-border smuggling of narcotics provides a succor to terrorism. The security forces are alive to this trend and have already initiated counter drone measures to curb the menace,” he said.

    “Our focus continues to reinforce our intelligence setup by synergising with all stakeholders & sister agencies, to usher in peace and undertake developmental activities. The overall situation is progressively improving and a positive and conducive environment for accelerating the developmental initiatives of the government has been created. The dividends of peace and stability are reaching people in far flung areas and they are participating wholeheartedly to preserve and sustain this peace,” he further added.

    On the LAC situation, he said that Army’s response to Chinese attempts to unilaterally change the status quo was a swift, undaunted and synergised action by the Indian Armed Forces. “Any adverse aggressive designs or attempts will definitely be met with appropriate posturing of forces and a strong intent with complete synergy amongst the three services,” he said.

    He also said that the measures to resolve the LAC situation at diplomatic and operational levels are also simultaneously underway. “I assure you that the LAC in Eastern Ladakh is being dominated by physical patrolling and through technical means and our territorial integrity is being ensured. Restoration of peace and tranquility to enable progress in bilateral relations has been and will remain our constant endeavour,” he added.

    Meanwhile, the Army Commander presented COAS ‘Certificate of Appreciation’ GOC-in-C Northern Command ‘Unit Appreciation’ and the GOC-in-C Northern Command Certificate of Appreciation’ to deserving units, who have excelled in operation during their tenure.

    He further extended his compliments to the battalions for their inspiring acts in the highest traditions of the Army. The Army Commander Commended all ranks of Northern Command for their dedication and devotion to duty in the highest traditions of the Indian Army. He also conveyed his heartfelt gratitude to the soldiers, who made the supreme sacrifice while facing adverse situations.

    The General Officer also brought out that the ‘Whole of Nation Approach’ has led to the progressive improvement in the security situation in J&K and Ladakh. He emphasised upon the ‘Whole of Nation Approach’ to meet the challenges and thus reposed full faith in the support forthcoming from the Union Government and the nation at large.

    Lt General Dwivedi also expressed his gratitude to the people of J&K and Ladakh, the civil administration and the media for their unstinted support and wished for peace and contentment for the people of this region—(KNO)

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    ( With inputs from : roshankashmir.net )