Security forces conduct joint cordon, search operations in J&K

At least two to three terrorists are suspected to have been trapped in the area.

Update: 2017-08-12 14:36 GMT
Indian army soldiers patrol near the highly militarized Line of Control dividing Kashmir between India and Pakistan. (Photo: AP)

Shopian (Jammu and Kashmir): A joint cordon and search operation (CASO) is being conducted by the security forces in the Awneera village of Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district.

At least two to three terrorists are suspected to have been trapped in the area.

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Heavy fire is being exchanged between the security forces and the terrorists.

Further details are awaited.

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