Two soldiers killed in accidental grenade blast in Uri (opens original article in a new tab)

Two soldiers died in an accidental grenade blast in the Uri sector of Jammu and Kashmir on June 9, 2026, during routine equipment handling. The injured were declared dead upon arrival at the hospital, and inquest proceedings have been initiated.

• Two soldiers died in an accidental grenade blast in Uri, Jammu and Kashmir.
• The grenade exploded during routine equipment handing over at a camp.
• Injured soldiers were declared dead at the hospital, and inquest proceedings have started.