Srinagar, Sept. 28 -- - A soldier was injured as troops of India and Pakistan exchanged firing in Machhil sector along the Line of Control in north Kashmir's Kupwara district.

The injured soldier was shifted to a hospital, and his condition is stable, a defence spokesperson said.

"Pakistan initiated an unprovoked ceasefire violation along LoC in Macchil sector of Kupwara district this morning by firing mortars and other weapons," the official said.

"Indian Army is responding to the ceasefire violation by Pakistan in a befitting manner," he added.

Meanwhile, Indian and Pakistani troops also exchanged firing in forward areas along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district on Monday, officials said.

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