As soon as the police arrested accused Jitendra, his agitated family members and locals attacked the police team.

Three Indian Army soldiers lost their lives and two others were injured when their vehicle skidded off the road and fell into a deep gorge near the Wular Viewpoint in Bandipora district. The accident occurred due to inclement weather and poor visibility. Prompt medical assistance was provided by Kashmiri locals. Further details are awaited.

Ritesh Chandrakar was among three arrested for the murder of Mukesh, a 28-year-old journalist known for his exposive investigative journalism.