Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kathua district busted a terrorist hideout during a search operation on Thursday, July 9, 2026. Officials confirmed that two grenades were recovered from the site.
The operation was launched following specific intelligence inputs about militant activity in the region. Teams of police and paramilitary forces cordoned off the area and conducted thorough searches, leading to the discovery of the hideout.
Recovered items included two live grenades and other incriminating material, which have been seized for forensic examination. Authorities said the recovery marks a significant step in disrupting militant networks in the border district.
No arrests were reported immediately, but investigations are underway to identify individuals linked to the hideout. Security forces have intensified surveillance in Kathua and adjoining areas to prevent any potential threats.
Officials reiterated their commitment to maintaining peace and security, emphasizing that proactive operations will continue to dismantle militant infrastructure across Jammu and Kashmir.
