3 terrorists killed in J&K encounter
PTI | Jan 21, 2019, 21:36 ISTSRINAGAR: Three unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter with the security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Budgam district on Monday, the Army said.
A cordon-and-search operation was launched in Hapatnaar area following information about the presence of terrorists in the area, an official said.
The search operation turned into a gun battle after the terrorists opened fire on the security forces. Three terrorists were killed in the operation, the official said, adding that the identity and affiliation of them were being ascertained.
Reports of stone-pelting were received from some parts of Budgam and Pulwama districts, while authorities suspended Internet connection in some areas as a precautionary measure.
A cordon-and-search operation was launched in Hapatnaar area following information about the presence of terrorists in the area, an official said.
The search operation turned into a gun battle after the terrorists opened fire on the security forces. Three terrorists were killed in the operation, the official said, adding that the identity and affiliation of them were being ascertained.
Reports of stone-pelting were received from some parts of Budgam and Pulwama districts, while authorities suspended Internet connection in some areas as a precautionary measure.
Download The Times of India News App for Latest India News.
All Comments ()+^ Back to Top
Refrain from posting comments that are obscene, defamatory or inflammatory, and do not indulge in personal attacks, name calling or inciting hatred against any community. Help us delete comments that do not follow these guidelines by marking them offensive. Let's work together to keep the conversation civil.
HIDE