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17/10/2026

Driver Injured After Vehicle Plunges Off Road in Preng Kangan
Ganderbal, October 17 : A driver sustained minor injuries after a vehicle reportedly plunged off the road in the Preng area of Kangan in Central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district on Saturday, officials said.
According to an official, the accident occurred in the Preng area, following which the driver sustained minor injuries. The extent of damage to the vehicle and the exact circumstances leading to the incident have not been ascertained so far.
Further details regarding the cause of the accident and whether any official action has been initiated are awaited.
More details are awaited.(KNC)

17/10/2026

*Srinagar Police Bids Farewell To Four Officers, IGP Kashmir Lauds Their Service*

Srinagar, Oct 17 (GNS): Srinagar Police on Saturday organised a farewell ceremony at District Police Lines (DPL) Srinagar to honour four outgoing officers for their dedicated service and professional contributions.

Those felicitated included Ms. Neha Jain, IPS; Shabir Khan, JKPS; Shah Umar, JKPS; and Hilal Khaliq Bhat, JKPS.

The ceremony was presided over by Inspector General of Police, Kashmir, Sujit Kumar Singh, IPS, in presence of DIG Central Kashmir Range Rajiv Pandey, IPS, and SSP Srinagar Dr. G.V. Sundeep Chakravarthy, IPS. Senior officers and personnel of Srinagar Police also attended the function.

Addressing the gathering, IGP Kashmir, DIG CKR and SSP Srinagar appreciated the dedication, integrity and exemplary conduct displayed by the outgoing officers and acknowledged their role in strengthening operational coordination and maintaining peace and public order in the district.

The senior officers emphasized that discipline, integrity, teamwork and mutual trust remain the cornerstones of effective policing.

The function concluded with best wishes to the outgoing officers for their future assignments.(GNS)

17/10/2026

Two militants killed in encounter along LoC in Kupwara’s Keran sector

17/10/2026

Qazigund Police Recover Heroin-Like Substance During Naka Checking

17/10/2026

**Major Anti-Narcotics Offensive: Anantnag Police Apprehends Five Drug Peddlers, Recovers Over 5.9 Kg of Narcotic Substances in Multiple Operations**

**Anantnag, October 17, 2026:**

Reaffirming its commitment to eradicating the drug menace, Anantnag Police intensified its anti-narcotics operations across the district, resulting in the apprehension of five alleged drug peddlers and the recovery of substantial quantities of contraband substances in multiple operations.

In the first operation, Police Station Srigufwara apprehended **Shahnawaz Ahmad Ganie**, son of Gh. Mohd. Ganie, resident of Sirhama, during naka checking at Hatigam Crossing. During his search, **5 kg and 780 grams of charas powder** were recovered from his possession. Accordingly, FIR No. 103/2026 under Sections 8/20 of the NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Srigufwara.

In another operation, a police party from Police Station Kokernag, while conducting patrolling in the Kokernag–Bider area, apprehended **Tanveer Ahmad Sheikh**, son of Ab. Majeed Sheikh, resident of Nala Sunbahri, Magam. Approximately 18 grams of charas-like substance were recovered from his possession. In this regard, FIR No. 172/2026 under Sections 8/20 of the NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Kokernag.

In a separate operation in Hiller Arhama, Kokernag, police apprehended **Rayees Ahmad Ganie**, son of Gh. Rashool Ganie, resident of Shelipora, Achabal. Approximately 40 grams of charas-like substance were recovered from his possession. Accordingly, FIR No. 173/2026 under Sections 8/20 of the NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Kokernag.

Meanwhile, Dooru Police, during routine patrolling in the Pollie area, apprehended a suspicious person who was identified as **Amir Ahmad Najar**, son of Nazir Ahmad Najar, resident of Kapran. Approximately 90 grams of charas were recovered during his personal search. A case under the relevant provisions of law has been registered at Police Station Dooru, and further investigation is underway.

In another operation, a police party from Police Post Sangam apprehended **Sahil Rashid Sheikh**, son of Abdul Rashid Sheikh, resident of Charsoo, Awantipora, during patrolling in the Sangam area. Approximately 1.78 kg of a ganja-like substance was recovered from the bag he was carrying. Accordingly, FIR No. 308/2026 under Sections 8/20 of the NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Bijbehara, and further investigation has been taken up.

Anantnag Police reiterates its firm resolve to dismantle drug trafficking networks and take strict legal action against those involved in the narcotics trade. Public cooperation remains crucial in the collective fight against drugs and in safeguarding the future of the youth.

17/10/2026

*Anantnag Police Books Notorious Drug Peddler Under PIT-NDPS Act; Detained in Central Jail Kot Bhalwal, Jammu*

Anantnag, October 17, 2026:

Continuing its sustained crackdown against drug trafficking and to dismantle the drug network operating in the district, Anantnag Police has booked a notorious drug peddler under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT-NDPS) Act.

The accused, identified as Aabid Ahmad Nanda S/o Abdul Hamid Nanda, R/o Dugpora, Khanabal, Anantnag, was booked under the PIT-NDPS Act in view of his alleged involvement in multiple NDPS cases. The preventive detention has been initiated to curb his continued involvement in drug-related activities and prevent further harm to society.

Following the necessary legal formalities, the accused has been lodged at Central Jail Kot Bhalwal, Jammu, under the provisions of the PIT-NDPS Act.

Anantnag Police reiterates its firm commitment to eradicating the drug menace and urges the public to cooperate with the police by sharing information regarding drug trafficking and peddling. Collective efforts are essential to protect the youth and build a drug-free society.

17/10/2026

**Anantnag Police Solves House Theft Case; Stolen Gold Jewellery Worth ₹2 Lakh Recovered, Accused Arrested**

Anantnag, October 17, 2026:
In a significant success, Anantnag Police has solved a house theft case registered at Police Station Bijbehara by arresting the accused and recovering stolen gold jewellery worth approximately ₹2 lakh.

On October 5, 2026, Police Station Bijbehara received a complaint from Safe Farooqi, son of Farooq Ahmad, resident of Veer, regarding the theft of gold jewellery from his house. Accordingly, FIR No. 288/2026 under Sections 331(3) and 305 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) was registered, and an investigation was initiated.

During the course of the investigation, the accused, identified as Mukhtar Ahmad Bhat, son of Wali Mohammad Bhat, resident of Wanpoh, was identified through the scrutiny of CCTV footage obtained from the complainant’s house. Acting on leads developed during the investigation, the accused was apprehended in Kupwara on October 13, 2026.

During questioning, the accused disclosed that the stolen property had been concealed in his rented accommodation at FM Gali, Anantnag. Subsequently, on October 15, 2026, a police team conducted a search of the premises in the presence of independent witnesses and recovered the stolen gold jewellery worth approximately ₹2 lakh, along with the clothes allegedly worn by the accused at the time of the incident.

The recovered jewellery and clothes have been seized as evidence. Further investigation into the case is underway.

Anantnag Police remains committed to protecting the property of citizens, bringing offenders to justice, and ensuring the swift detection of criminal cases through professional investigation and evidence-based policing.

17/10/2026

*Infiltration Attempt Foiled In Keran Sector Of Kupwara, Search Operation Underway*

GNS Correspondent

Kupwara, Oct 17 (GNS): Security forces foiled an infiltration bid along the Line of Control in the Jumgund area of Keran sector in north Kashmir's Kupwara district on Saturday morning.

Sources told GNS that alert troops noticed suspicious movement along the LoC early in the morning and challenged the infiltrators, triggering a brief exchange of fire.

A massive search operation is underway in the area, they said.

Official confirmation from the Army is awaited.

More details awaited.(GNS)

17/10/2026

*Triple Murder Conviction: Srinagar Court Awards Life Term To 3 Accused Including Woman In 2022 Batamaloo Case*

Srinagar, Oct 17 (GNS): Srinagar Police has secured conviction of three accused in a murder case registered in 2022 at Police Station Batamaloo, with the court awarding life imprisonment to them.

In a handout to GNS, per a police spokesperson, the case pertains to FIR No. 109/2022 registered at Police Station Batamaloo under Sections 498-A, 302, 120-B and 201 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).

Upon conclusion of the trial, the Hon'ble Court of Additional Sessions Judge, Srinagar convicted Mst. Hafeeza Begum, Parveez Ahmad Dar alias Bilal, and Shahnawaz Ahmad Dar under Sections 302 and 120-B IPC and awarded life imprisonment.

The conviction marks a significant outcome of sustained efforts and professional investigation by Srinagar Police and pursuing the case through effective judicial process to ensure accountability under law, police said.

Srinagar Police reiterated its commitment to maintaining law and order and ensuring justice for victims.(GNS)

16/10/2026

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