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Chinese graziers pitching tents in Ladakh nothing to be concerned about: Praful Bakshi

New Delhi, July 27 (ANI): Talking about the Chinese graziers who reportedly pitched tents in the Demchok area of Ladakh in Jammu and Kashmir this week but withdrew after talks between troops on either side of the border, Wing Commander (Retd), Indian Air Force, Praful Bakshi said that this is nothing to be concerned about. The incident comes on the back of two reported incursion attempts by Chinese troops earlier this month in Demchok and Chumar areas of Ladakh. Bakshi said that the new government in India would not leave any stones unturned in this regard. He said that China will make a serious attempt in some time from now to see if the Indian army is ready. He also said that the Indian army should be ready at all times in such incidents. Jul 27, 2014
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JandK govt organizes horse auction to help pony owners in Srinagar

Srinagar, July 27 (ANI): Government of Jammu and Kashmir in partnership with Department of Forest organised horse auction on Sunday during tourism season to aid pony owners. The auction took place in Qamerwari forest office at the out skirts of Srinagar city, mainly for the benefit of pony owners. This summer, tourism is at its peak during this time of the month in Srinagar valley and the holy Amarnath Yatra is also going on with full spirit. So tourists and pilgrims who visit Pahalgam, Sonamarg and Gulmarg generally require the pony services. A pony owner, Nazir Ahmad welcomed the auction. Jul 27, 2014
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One policeman killed, four injured in grenade attack in Sopore

Sopore, July 26 (ANI): One policeman was killed and four others were injured in a grenade attack by militants in the wee hours on Saturday in Sopore town of Baramulla district in Jammu and Kashmir. Deputy Inspector General (DIG), North Kashmir Ghulam Hassan said that few militants who were among the stone pelters launched a grenade attack followed by a gun battle in which one of our security personnel Mohammed Sayeed died and four other policemen got injured. The injured policemen were rushed to hospital and are said to be out of danger. Jul 26, 2014
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Army defuses eight live bombs in Kashmir

R.S. Pura, July 26 (ANI): Eight live bombs were recovered in RS Pura area in Jammu and Kashmir. The explosives were old and recovered after villagers in the area found them and informed the bomb squad. Security personnel of Indian Army_s Bomb Disposal Squad, along with the police and paramilitary, Border Security Force (BSF), reached the spot to defuse the bombs. People living at the border areas have been suffering huge losses because of the exchange of fire between India and Pakistan as their livestock and houses have also been damaged. Jul 26, 2014
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Amarnath Yatra spurs tourism in Kashmir as well

Srinagar, July 26 (ANI): The Hindu cave shrine of Amarnath, located in a Himalayan glacial valley, spurred tourism in Kashmir as pilgrims throng the mountainous terrain during the ongoing pilgrimage. The holy Amarnath cave is situated at a height of approximately 4,000 meters, which has four ice formations considered figurines of different Hindu gods. Amarnath is a 150 feet high and 90 feet long cave located nearly 145 km from summer capital, Srinagar. Pilgrims are not only going to the shrine, but are also coming in large numbers to take a trip of the valley and enjoy the picturesque views, grasp the freshness of the meadows, the hills and the rivers and to beat the heat. The Amaranth yatra started on June 28 this year and since then, famous tourist spots in the state, including summer capital Srinagar, Gulmarg district, Pahalgam, and Sonmarg have witnessed travellers from around the country. Jul 26, 2014
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Security forces seize arms and ammunition from militant hideout in Kashmir

Doda, July 24 (ANI): Indian security forces busted a militant hideout in Kashmir_s Doda district and seized a huge cache of arms and ammunition from the area. A joint operation was launched by a branch of Indian army, Rashtriya Rifles, and state police after intelligence inputs. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Mohammed Sharif Chouhan said it was an old militant hideout which was busted. During the raid, the security forces also seized country-made pistol, two country-made guns, PIKA ammunition, grenades and various other ammunitions. The Kashmir region has witnessed numerous militant attacks, insurgency and infiltration attempts from across the border in the last two decades. Jul 25, 2014
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Infiltration could increase before JandK polls: JN Choudhury

New Delhi, July 25 (ANI): National Security Guard (NSG) Chief JN Choudhury said that Pakistan-based militant outfits could mount 2008 Mumbai like attacks on the country. Choudhury said objective of militants was to thwart India_s economic growth. The violence, which India blames on the Pakistani militant group Lashkar-e-Taiba, temporarily ruptured a fragile peace process between the two countries. The NSG added the attack would have huge impact on the nation. Choudhury also warned that infiltration across the border would increase due to upcoming polls in Jammu and Kashmir. Jul 25, 2014
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Army pays homage to soldier martyred in cross border firing in Jammu

Akhnoor, July 23 (ANI): Military personnel on Wednesday paid homage to soldier (Late) NK Mong Chon P who was martyred in ceasefire violation by Pakistan at Jammu and Kashmir's Akhnoor sector on Tuesday. Many of the high-ranking officers of the Indian army attended the wreath laying ceremony of the martyred soldier. Jul 23, 2014
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PoK challenges reserved seats law imposed by Pakistan

Muzaffarabad, PoK, July 23: The much ridiculed Pakistani law which allows the fraudulent manipulation of elections in Pakistan occupied Kashmir is today challenged by the electorate of the region, and is reflected by the advocates of PoK who have questioned and filed a petition against Pakistan_s manipulation of reserved seats for migrants in the PoK assembly. Jul 23, 2014
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Top 10 Tourist Destinations in India

Are you planning to travel across the country? Do you want to make memories which stay with you for a lifetime? Then pack your bags as here are some beautiful places to help you decide on your next destination. Jul 22, 2014
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