Jammu And Kashmir: Terrorist Killed In Budgam Encounter, AK Rifle Recovered

One terrorist was killed and an AK rifle along with other war-like stores were recovered during a joint search operation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Budgam district, the Indian Army said. The operation was conducted by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and the CRPF in the Ashdar Gali area following an encounter. OP ASHDAR, BudgamBased on specific intelligence input, a Joint Search Operation was launched by #IndianArmy, @JmuKmrPolice and @crpf_srinagar in general area Ashdar Gali, Budgam.Vigilant troops observed suspicious activity and upon being challenged, terrorists opened fire,… — Chinar Corps🍁 - Indian Army (@ChinarcorpsIA) September 4, 2026 Search Operation Underway The security forces have recovered an AK rifle and other war-like stores from the encounter site. The search operation is currently underway, the Army said.