In Jammu and Kashmir, two terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Sopore area of North Kashmir’s Baramulla district.

Kashmir Zone police spokesperson said, acting on a specific inputs regarding the presence of terrorists in Panipora Sopore area in the district, a joint anti terrorist operation was launched by the security forces last night. As the security forces reached the suspected spot, the hiding terrorists opened fire resulting in gunfight. Incriminating materials, arms and ammunition have been recovered from the encounter site. The identity and affiliation of the slain terrorists is being ascertained. The operation is in progress. Further details are awaited.