Security forces and terrorists engaged in an encounter in Kulgam's Tangmarg area. This followed a deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam's Baisaran Valley, which killed 28 people, including tourists and an Indian Navy officer. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh assured a strong response. Sketches of three Pakistani suspects, Asif Fauji, Suleman Shah, and Abu Talha, were released.
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