Grenade Attack Injures Dozens in Srinagar

A grenade attack on Sunday near the Tourist Reception Centre in Srinagar has left at least 12 civilians injured, with victims quickly transported to Shri Maharaja Hari Singh Hospital for treatment. The explosion, which occurred in a crowded Sunday market, is believed to have been aimed at a Central Reserve Police Force picket but instead struck local shoppers, causing widespread panic. Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah condemned the attack as 'deeply disturbing' and emphasized the need for security forces to address the recent surge in violence in the region. This incident follows the killing of a top commander of the Lashkar-e-Taiba, highlighting ongoing tensions and a resurgence of terror-related activities in Srinagar, which had remained relatively peaceful for some time. The police and paramilitary forces are conducting extensive searches for the attackers, as security is heightened in the area amidst fears of further incidents.