Pak violates ceasefire along LoC in Noushera sector

JAMMU: Pakistani troops violated the ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Rajouri district by resorting to firing on forward posts today, drawing retaliation from Indian Army.

“Pakistani Army fired indiscriminately from small arms and automatic weapons from 1545 hours today on Indian Army posts along the LoC in Noushera belt of Rajouri district,” a defence spokesman said.

Army troops deployed on forward posts retaliated and the exchange was continuing till last reports came in.

This is the fifth violation of the ceasefire this month. (AGENCIES)