Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Tral in Pulwama district (Representational)
At least three terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district, police officials said today.
Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Tral area of Pulwama district late Tuesday night following information about presence of terrorists there, a police official said.
He said during searches, an encounter broke out between the terrorists and security forces.
Three terrorists were killed in the gunfight, the official said adding more details were awaited.