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Defence
Cross‑Border Drones Prompt Search Operations in J&K's Samba and Kathua
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 25 Jul 2026, 01:05 PM
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Security forces in Jammu & Kashmir launched extensive search operations in the Samba and Kathua districts after reports of suspected cross‑border drones entering the area.
Security officials in Jammu & Kashmir announced that suspected cross‑border drones had entered the Samba and Kathua districts, prompting a swift response from local police and paramilitary units.
The search operations, carried out in both districts, aimed to locate and neutralise any drone activity that could pose a threat to civilian and military establishments.
Authorities reported that the drones were believed to have crossed the international boundary, raising concerns over potential surveillance or hostile intent.
The operations involved aerial surveillance, ground patrols, and coordination with the Indian Air Force to monitor the airspace.
No casualties or damage have been reported, and the search is ongoing as officials work to confirm the drones' origin and purpose.
The search operations, carried out in both districts, aimed to locate and neutralise any drone activity that could pose a threat to civilian and military establishments.
Authorities reported that the drones were believed to have crossed the international boundary, raising concerns over potential surveillance or hostile intent.
The operations involved aerial surveillance, ground patrols, and coordination with the Indian Air Force to monitor the airspace.
No casualties or damage have been reported, and the search is ongoing as officials work to confirm the drones' origin and purpose.