J-K: Encounter on between militants and security forces

An encounter broke out between militants and security forces in Handwara area of north Kashmir on Saturday, police said.

An encounter broke out between militants and security forces in Handwara area of north Kashmir on Saturday, police said.

A file photo of a security personnel along the Line of Control (LoC) near the India- Pakistan border.

The gun-battle started after security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Wader forests of Zachaldara, 100 kms from Srinagar, a police officer said.

He said further details of the incident were awaited.