Jammu, March 10 -- Jammu and Kashmir lieutenant governor (LG) Manoj Sinha on Sunday ordered a 'thorough and transparent' probe into the deaths of three civilians in Billawar area of Kathua district.

"I am shocked and saddened beyond words at the brutal killing of Varun Singh, Yogesh Singh and Darshan Singh of Kathua. In this hour of grief, I offer my deepest condolences to their families and friends. I have ordered a thorough and transparent investigation and all the necessary support to the families will be provided. I assure the people that the perpetrators will be brought to book at the earliest. Justice will be ensured and accountability will be fixed," Sinha said in an X post.

The incident has drawn widespread criticism, with Union...