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Army Para Special Forces Soldier Gunned Down in Encounter with Terrorists in Udhampur, J&K

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11 months ago

April 24, 2025

A valiant soldier from the elite Para Special Forces (Para SF) of the Indian Army was killed on Thursday during an exchange of fire with terrorists in the Basantgarh region of the Udhampur district. Havaldar Jhantu Ali Shaikh of 6 Para SF made the ultimate sacrifice while engaged in a counter-terrorism operation in Jammu.

During the gun battle with a group of militants, the soldier sustained critical injuries and subsequently succumbed to his wounds in the hospital. In response to intelligence reports regarding terrorist activity in the area, the Army, along with the CRPF and J&K Police, initiated an anti-terror operation.

The White Knight Corps of the Indian Army provided further details via a post on X, stating: “Acting on specific intelligence, a joint operation with @JmuKmrPolice was initiated today in Basantgarh, Udhampur. Contact was made, leading to a fierce firefight. One of our Bravehearts was gravely injured during the initial clash and, despite the best medical efforts, later passed away.”

In their tribute, the GOC White Knight Corps affirmed, “We salute Braveheart Hav Jhantu Ali Shaikh of 6 PARA SF, who made the ultimate sacrifice during a counter-terror operation. His indomitable spirit and the valor displayed by his team will always be remembered. Our deepest condolences are with the bereaved family during this difficult time.”

Reports indicate that Pakistani terrorists have been hiding in the forests of Basantgarh and had recently escaped after a brief encounter. The Indian Army, in collaboration with the Special Operations Group (SOG) of the Jammu and Kashmir Police, has commenced a joint search operation in the Lasana forest area of the Poonch district to apprehend the fugitives.

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UP Teen Dies in Street Racing Crash In Lucknow

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5 hours ago

March 16, 2026

Namma Kudla

Uttar Pradesh: A 17-year-old Class 12 student died in a road accident during a street race in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, on Sunday.

The victim, Naitik Kumar, was riding a Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 with a group of bikers near Janeshwar Mishra Park. While racing, he suddenly lost control of his bike after hitting something on the road.

His bike crashed into a Honda Activa in front of him. He then fell onto a road divider and suffered serious head injuries.

The Activa slid across the road and hit another bike, a Kawasaki Ninja, which was moving at high speed. The Ninja rider was adjusting his action camera when the accident happened.

Naitik Kumar was rushed to a nearby hospital, but doctors declared him dead. Police said he was not wearing proper protective gear.

Two others involved in the accident suffered minor injuries. Police are checking CCTV footage to find the exact cause of the crash.

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BCM Hostel Manager Dies by Suicide

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11 hours ago

March 16, 2026

Namma Kudla

Hassan: A hostel manager working under the Backward Classes Welfare Department died by suicide in Channarayapatna of Hassan district.

The deceased has been identified as Lokesh (45). He had been serving as a warden for two hostels in Guddenahalli, Hassan, and was recently promoted as a hostel manager a few days ago. Following the promotion, he was posted as the manager of the BCM hostel in Channarayapatna.

According to reports, Lokesh allegedly died by suicide by hanging himself at his residence on Saturday night.

The exact reason for his suicide is not yet known. Local police visited the spot, conducted a preliminary inspection, and have begun an investigation into the incident.