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Six killed in ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Balakot

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Six civilians were killed in the ceasefire violation by Pakistani troops at Balakot region of Poonch district in Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday.

Around 15 people have been injured in the firing by Pakistani troops.

Heavy mortar shelling is going on the area and the villagers residing in the border areas are being vacated by the army.

The firing which was reported to have stopped after 7 pm yesterday evening, again started at 12 am in the night and since then has not stopped.

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First Published: Aug 16 2015 | 9:27 AM IST

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