Kashmir, May 17 -- Extensive raids were carried out earlier today by the State Investigation Agency (SIA) at around 11 locations across Central and North Kashmir. Earlier this week, similar raids were conducted in South Kashmir as part of an ongoing investigation into sleeper cell modules.

According to the release, these raids were conducted in connection with the investigation of cases registered under various sections. The competent court has authorised these searches, which are being conducted in the presence of Executive Magistrates.

During the raids, substantial incriminating materials have been seized and the suspects have been rounded up for further questioning, said the authorities.

Preliminary investigation has brought out tha...