J&K: Terrorist gunned down in encounter with security forces in Shopian

A terrorist was killed in an encounter with security forces in Jammu & Kashmir's Shopian. Security forces launched a cordon & search operation at Rakhama village in the district. The operation was launched following information about the presence of terrorists in the area. Police said the search operation turned into an encounter after terrorists opened fire on forces. Police added that the identity & group affiliation of the slain terrorist were yet to be ascertained.