Kashmir

Policeman dies after his service rifle goes off accidentally in Srinagar

SRINAGAR — A policeman died Saturday allegedly after his service weapon went off accidentally at Zewan area of Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.

Head constable Bashir Ahmad sustained injuries when the rifle went off accidentally, the officials said.

He was rushed to a hospital where he succumbed to the injuries, they said. — (PTI)