In occupied Kashmir, a youth was martyred in Srinagar due to teargas shell fired by Indian troops, reports and witnesses said, raising the death toll in the ongoing Kashmir Intifada to 87.
Irfan Ahmad, 25, of Fateh Kadal was killed at Malarata near Nowhatta when he was hit by a tear gas shell in his chest.
He succumbed at the SMHS hospital, the official said.
Meanwhile, Indian authorities continued to impose a curfew and other restrictions in the territory for the 45th consecutive day, Monday.
Indian troops have halted the entrance of vehicles in the valley carrying food items for the Kashmiris.
Educational institutions, business centres, the internet and mobile services are still closed in the area.
On the other hand, All Parties Hurriyet Conference has announced to expedite the protests against India and has extended the strike till August 25.