Three Publishers Arrested in J&K Over Book That Glorifies Terrorists

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Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir have arrested three publishers in connection with a book that allegedly glorifies terrorists and separatists. The book came under scrutiny after it was found to contain chapters portraying several militants and separatist figures as notable personalities of the region. The arrests followed the controversy that erupted once the book's content came to light. Officials took action against the publishers for promoting content deemed to be in support of terrorist and separatist elements.

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