Srinagar, April 6 -- In a daring overnight operation, Indian security forces foiled an infiltration attempt by terrorists across the Line of Control in Kashmir's sensitive Uri sector. Acting on specific intelligence about terrorist groups planning to sneak into the area, the Indian Army strengthened its border surveillance and laid an ambush near the border.

In the early hours of Friday, the alert troops spotted suspicious movement along the LOC. As the terrorists tried to cross over under the cover of darkness, the Indian forces challenged them and ordered them to stop. When the terrorists refused to yield and opened fire, the army had no choice but to retaliate in self-defense.

After an intense gun battle, two terrorists were neutrali...