India, May 15 -- An encounter broke out between terrorists and security forces on Thursday morning in the Nader area of Tral, located in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district. The Kashmir Police shared the update on their official 'X' handle.

"Encounter has started at Nader, Tral area of Awantipora. Police and security forces are on the job. Further details shall follow," the Kashmir Police posted 'X'.

Police officials said there is a possibility of two terrorists in the area.

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Nader Tral area of Awantipora in the south Kashmir district after getting specific input about the presence of terrorists there, a police official said.

The search operation turned into an encounter after ...