Protracted firefight in Kashmir reaches its tenth day, resulting in the demise of two soldiers and two militants.
The Indian Army is currently engaged in two significant counter-terrorism operations in Jammu and Kashmir, with the ongoing Operation Akhal in Kulgam and a separate encounter in the Kishtwar district.
Operation Akhal (Kulgam), commenced on August 1, 2025, has been highly active as of August 10. The operation has resulted in the killing of at least six terrorists, with reports suggesting three terrorists killed by August 3 and three more by August 4. The operation has been marked by intermittent and intense firefights, causing injuries to several security personnel, including soldiers. As of the tenth day, the operation continues in a forested area of Kulgam district.
The terrorists involved in Kulgam are believed to be members of The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), implicated in prior terror attacks such as the Pahalgam attack. Troops are conducting ground searches and using helicopters for aerial surveillance and support in their quest to neutralize the terrorist threat.
In a separate but related incident, a counter-terror operation was launched in the Dul area of Kishtwar district on August 10, with an exchange of gunfire reported and the operation still ongoing. The Army's White Knight Corps announced the encounter, but no prior intelligence reports about the Kishtwar encounter were mentioned in the article.
The encounter took place early on Sunday, and the Army reported that they have established contact with terrorists in the area. The initial exchange of fire resulted in the death of two terrorists. Their identities and group affiliations are unknown. Security forces are searching for the remaining fighters, believed to be between five and six in number.
Top police and army officials, including Jammu and Kashmir police chief Nalin Prabhat and Northern Army Commander Lt. Gen. Pratik Sharma, are monitoring the operations. The operations represent significant ongoing security challenges in Jammu and Kashmir as of mid-August 2025.
It's important to note that no casualties or identities were mentioned in the report about the Kishtwar encounter, and there have been two soldiers killed and two others injured in heavy gunfire on Friday night in an unrelated incident.
The operation in Kishtwar is still under progress, and the challenging terrain and thick forest cover make it one of the most challenging operations in recent years. The Indian Army is working diligently to ensure the safety and security of the region's citizens and to combat the ongoing threat of terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir.
- Amid the intense counter-terrorism operations, various media outlets have increased their coverage on finance and general news, with the subscription rates for live updates about stock markets showing a significant rise in the region.
- Meanwhile, the ongoing political implications of the events and the potential impact on business have sparked debates and discussions within local and international forums, especially regarding war-and-conflicts and crime-and-justice issues.
- In light of these developments, there are growing concerns about the overall stability of the markets and the potential risks associated with doing business in the region, as investors carefully analyze the potential repercussions and assess their investment strategies accordingly.
- Simultaneously, global financial institutions are closely monitoring the situation and are cautiously optimistic about the situation, considering the robust measures taken by the Indian Army in curbing terrorism and ensuring the security of the region.
- Recent live updates suggest that the Indian Army is intensifying its efforts to maintain peace and restore normalcy, while addressing the concerns of businesses and investors about the ongoing counter-terrorism operations and their potential impact on the economy.
