Kathua, March 28 -- One Police personnel was killed in the encounter between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua, according to officials.

Rising Star Corps of the Indian Army lauded the valour of the police personnel who sacrificed their life in the encounter with terrorists.

"Rising Star Corps salutes the valor and indomitable spirit of the brave Jammu and Kashmir police personnel who made the supreme sacrifice fighting valiantly during the ongoing OP SAFIYAN in #Kathua. Their courage and dedication will always be remembered," the Army said in a post on X.

Further details awaited. Earlier, exchange of fire between security forces and terrorists was reported from Kathua district.The firing incident was reported...