Jammu & Kashmir Politics & Governance

Arms, explosives and drugs recovered after reported drone intrusion near Poonch LoC

1 January 2026

A drone crossed into Indian airspace near Khadi Karmada, close to the Line of Control in Poonch district, and dropped a packet. A search by the Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police in the area reportedly recovered an improvised explosive device, weapons, ammunition and drugs.

Key Facts

• The Line of Control is a de facto military ceasefire line, not a legally recognised international boundary.

Centre sets targets for Chenab hydropower projects

6 January 2026

The Centre set December 2026 targets for the Pakal Dul and Kiru hydropower projects on the Chenab system in Jammu and Kashmir , and directed that Kwar begin operations by March 2028. Power Minister Manohar Lal reviewed progress during a two-day field visit and called for Ratle’s construction to be accelerated; the report also says the foundation stone for its concrete work was laid.

Key Facts

• Under the Indus Waters Treaty , India may use western-river waters for hydropower, subject to treaty conditions.

Reported assessment puts foreign militant count at 52 in Jammu and Kashmir

6 January 2026

A security-agency assessment put the number of foreign militants in Jammu and Kashmir at 52 and the number of local militants at fewer than 10. The assessment contrasted the foreign-militant figure with more than 400 in 2019.

Key Facts

• Overground workers are described as local support networks providing militants shelter, transport, food, water and supplies.

NIA court convicts Asiya Andrabi and two associates under UAPA

14 January 2026

An NIA court convicted Asiya Andrabi, Sofi Fehmeeda and Nahida Nasreen under Sections 18 and 38 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. The court scheduled sentencing for 17 January; the reported conviction concerned offences relating to conspiracy to commit a terrorist act and membership of a terrorist organisation.

Key Facts

• The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act provides powers to address activities directed against India's integrity and sovereignty.

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