Archive · 17 Jan 2026
J&K Busts Terror Hideouts, Bans VPNs
In Jammu and Kashmir, police found secret places where terrorists from Jaish-e-Mohammed were hiding.
They found things like a gas cylinder, food, and clothes, showing the terrorists were using the places.
Three people were caught because they had phone numbers from Pakistan, which made police suspicious.
The government also banned VPNs (a way to hide online activity) because terrorists were using them to talk to people in other countries.
This ban is to keep everyone safe and stop terrorists from hiding their plans.
Security forces also found more hideouts and are working hard to keep the area safe, especially before Republic Day celebrations.
J&K Police discovered multiple terror hideouts in Kathua, including one linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed.
Items like gas cylinders, utensils, food, and clothing were recovered, indicating active use by militants.
Three suspects were detained for having Pakistani phone numbers on their devices.
Kathua district banned VPNs citing security concerns and terrorist misuse.
Security forces conducted extensive operations in Kathua, Poonch, and Srinagar to strengthen security ahead of Republic Day.
- Who
- Jammu and Kashmir Police, Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists, District Magistrate Rajesh Sharma
- What
- Busted terror hideouts, banned VPNs in Kathua
- When
- Recent (exact date not specified)
- Where
- Dhannu Parole, Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir
- Why
- To counter terrorism and maintain national security
Security Measures
Privacy Concerns
VPN Ban
Security Measures
Necessary for national security to prevent terrorist communication
Privacy Concerns
Restricts privacy and freedom of internet use for citizens
- Location
- Dhannu Parole, Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir
- Terror Group
- Jaish-e-Mohammed
- Recovered Items
- Gas cylinder, utensils, food items, M4 cartridges, clothing, survival materials, cooking gas cylinder, oil containers, blankets, torchlights
- Suspects Detained
- 3
- VPN Ban Authority
- District Magistrate Rajesh Sharma
- Legal Basis
- Section 163 of BNSS, 2023
- Security Concern
- Terrorists using encrypted apps for communication
Sources
What About Right to Privacy? VPN Ban in Kashmir Raises Questions
Jaish-e-Mohammad Terrorist Hideout Busted in J&K’s Kathua
Security forces bust three hideouts of Pakistani terrorists in forests of Kathua
Jammu & Kashmir: 3 Terrorist Hideouts Busted In Kathua’s Billawar During Joint Security Operation
Security Forces Dismantle Terror Hideouts in Kathua As J&K Tightens Security Ahead of Republic Day
3 Jaish Terrorist Hideouts Busted In Jammu And Kashmir's Kathua
