Indian Soldier Killed in Jammu Encounter, Security Heightened in Valley

An Indian Army soldier was martyred during an ongoing encounter in Basantgarh, Jammu and Kashmir. According to reliable intelligence reports about the presence of militants in the region, security forces launched a combing operation, which was met with retaliatory gunfire from the militants. Security agencies confirmed that an Army soldier lost his life in the gun battle.

The encounter is currently ongoing, with intense exchanges of fire reported from the area. In response to the situation, the Army is deploying additional reinforcements from nearby base camps to the encounter site to bolster operations.

Meanwhile, the Central Government has intensified measures to protect the tourism sector in Kashmir. In light of the recent militant attack, senior officials have briefed Union Home Minister Amit Shah on the urgent need for enhanced security in tourist zones. Following these discussions, a decision has been made to deploy Army and paramilitary forces permanently at all major tourist destinations across the region.