India says two drones intercepted over Kashmir army base

Incident reported a day after suspected explosives-laden drones were used to attack an airbase in the disputed region.

India’s military says it has thwarted a major threat when it intercepted two drones flying over an army base in Indian-administered Kashmir, a day after suspected explosives-laden drones were used to attack an airbase in the disputed region. The military said troops spotted two drones separately flying over Kaluchak military base early on Monday on the outskirts of Jammu city. “Immediately, high alert was sounded and Quick Reaction Teams engaged them with firing,” the military said in a statement. “Both the drones flew away.”