Two unidentified terrorists were neutralised by security forces in India's Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday (Nov 15) as police foiled an infiltration bid along the Line of Control (LoC), said officials in a statement.

The alert troops detected a movement near the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir's Uri sector after which an exchange of fire took place between the two sides, officials said.

So far, two militants have been killed in the operation, which they said lasted till the last reports came in.

According to the Kashmir Zone police, incriminating materials, arms and ammunition were also recovered during the operation.

Comprehensive search operations are underway in the area, added the police.

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Earlier on Wednesday (Nov 15), one infiltrating terrorist was shot dead by alert security troops in the Uri sector.

According to the police, the terrorists were attempting to sneak in, taking advantage of poor visibility and bad weather.

As per the officials, though the attempts by terrorists to sneak into the Indian territory have gone down significantly, it is pertinent to note that infiltration attempts continue to take place in the country.

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Earlier in October, five terrorists were killed along the LoC in the Macchil sector of Kupwara district and two were killed in a failed infiltration bid in the Uri sector of Baramulla district on October 22.

A total of 11 infiltrators were neutralised in June, including four in the Macchil sector and five in the nearby Jumagund area of the Keran sector.

(With inputs from agencies)

Two unidentified terrorists were neutralised by security forces in India's Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday (Nov 15) as police foiled an infiltration bid along the Line of Control (LoC), said officials in a statement.

Two unidentified terrorists were neutralised by security forces in India's Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday (Nov 15) as police foiled an infiltration bid along the Line of Control (LoC), said officials in a statement. The alert troops detected a movement near the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir's Uri sector after which an exchange of fire took place between the two sides, officials said. So far, two militants have been killed in the operation, which they said lasted till the last reports came in. According to the Kashmir Zone police, incriminating materials, arms and ammunition were also recovered during the operation. Comprehensive search operations are underway in the area, added the police. Also read: Indian military discussing possibilities of hiring transgenders in defence roles: Report Earlier on Wednesday (Nov 15), one infiltrating terrorist was shot dead by alert security troops in the Uri sector. According to the police, the terrorists were attempting to sneak in, taking advantage of poor visibility and bad weather. As per the officials, though the attempts by terrorists to sneak into the Indian territory have gone down significantly, it is pertinent to note that infiltration attempts continue to take place in the country. Also read: Watch: Massive fire engulfs express train in India's UP, three coaches gutted Earlier in October, five terrorists were killed along the LoC in the Macchil sector of Kupwara district and two were killed in a failed infiltration bid in the Uri sector of Baramulla district on October 22. A total of 11 infiltrators were neutralised in June, including four in the Macchil sector and five in the nearby Jumagund area of the Keran sector. (With inputs from agencies)

Security forces kill two terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir, foil infiltration bid

Three terrorists were killed in an ongoing encounter in North Kashmir's Uri sector of Baramulla district on Saturday. The encounter between terrorists and security forces started early morning in the Hathlanga area of Uri in north Kashmir's Baramulla district. The security forces had a tip-off about the presence of terrorists in the area after which a cordon and search operation was launched. During the search, terrorists started firing towards the security forces leading to an encounter.

“Op Khanda, Uri In a Joint Operation launched by Indian Army, J&amp;KPolice and Intelligence agencies an infiltration bid was foiled today in the morning hours along LoC in Uri Sector, Baramulla. 3 Terrorists tried to infiltrate who were engaged by alert troops. 2 Terrorists have been eliminated and bodies recovered, third terrorist killed but retrieval of body being interfered by firing by Pak post in vicinity, on LoC,” said Indian Army in a tweet.

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Meanwhile, the operation in Gadole forests of Kokernag area in Anantnag district entered the fourth day. The Indian Army had lost one more soldier injured in the Kokernag gunfight on Friday, taking the toll to four.&nbsp;

The security forces resumed the operation on Saturday morning after a night halt. It’s the fourth day of the encounter and it has been over 80 hours since the operation began.&nbsp;

Jammu and Kashmir police had earlier said that the terrorists have been spotted and cornered. At least two terrorists, including Uzair Khan of the Lashkar, have been surrounded in the cordon. The Indian army had said that the forces are using modern equipment like drones and other high tech gadgets to conduct the operation.&nbsp;

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Security forces also destroyed two terrorist hideouts during the operation. They also recovered one AK 47 rifle, ammunition, food and utensils from these hideouts.

Earlier, two Indian Army officers and a DSP of Jammu and Kashmir Police were martyred in the Anantnag operation. The army colonel was identified as Manpreet Singh, who was Commanding officer of 19 Rashtriya Rifles, while the major was identified as Aashish Dhonchak. The DSP of Jammu and Kashmir Police was identified as Humayun Bhat, son of a retired police officer.

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Three terrorists were killed in an ongoing encounter in North Kashmir's Uri sector of Baramulla district on Saturday. The encounter between terrorists and security forces started early morning in the Hathlanga area of Uri in north Kashmir's Baramulla district.

Three terrorists were killed in an ongoing encounter in North Kashmir's Uri sector of Baramulla district on Saturday. The encounter between terrorists and security forces started early morning in the Hathlanga area of Uri in north Kashmir's Baramulla district. The security forces had a tip-off about the presence of terrorists in the area after which a cordon and search operation was launched. During the search, terrorists started firing towards the security forces leading to an encounter. “Op Khanda, Uri In a Joint Operation launched by Indian Army, J&KPolice and Intelligence agencies an infiltration bid was foiled today in the morning hours along LoC in Uri Sector, Baramulla. 3 Terrorists tried to infiltrate who were engaged by alert troops. 2 Terrorists have been eliminated and bodies recovered, third terrorist killed but retrieval of body being interfered by firing by Pak post in vicinity, on LoC,” said Indian Army in a tweet. Watch: India: Joint anti-terror operation in South Kashmir × Meanwhile, the operation in Gadole forests of Kokernag area in Anantnag district entered the fourth day. The Indian Army had lost one more soldier injured in the Kokernag gunfight on Friday, taking the toll to four. The security forces resumed the operation on Saturday morning after a night halt. It’s the fourth day of the encounter and it has been over 80 hours since the operation began. Jammu and Kashmir police had earlier said that the terrorists have been spotted and cornered. At least two terrorists, including Uzair Khan of the Lashkar, have been surrounded in the cordon. The Indian army had said that the forces are using modern equipment like drones and other high tech gadgets to conduct the operation. Also read: Jammu and Kashmir: Another Indian Army soldier martyred as Anantnag encounter enters third day Security forces also destroyed two terrorist hideouts during the operation. They also recovered one AK 47 rifle, ammunition, food and utensils from these hideouts. Earlier, two Indian Army officers and a DSP of Jammu and Kashmir Police were martyred in the Anantnag operation. The army colonel was identified as Manpreet Singh, who was Commanding officer of 19 Rashtriya Rifles, while the major was identified as Aashish Dhonchak. The DSP of Jammu and Kashmir Police was identified as Humayun Bhat, son of a retired police officer. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

India: 3 terrorists killed in Uri encounter, Kokernag operation continues on fourth day

Three terrorists were killed in an encounter in Srinagar’s Nowgam area. All the terrorists belonged to the LeT(TRF) outfit.&nbsp;

Security forces killed one terrorist early morning in the gunfight and later killed two more terrorists taking the number to three.

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“02 more terrorists killed (Total 03). Incriminating materials including arms &amp; ammunition recovered. Search going on. Further details shall follow, “ said Jammu and Kashmir Police IGP Vijay Kumar.&nbsp;

Jammu and Kashmir Police also claimed that the same terrorists were involved in the killing of Sarpanch Sameer Ahmed Bhat of Khonmoh.

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“Terrorists of proscribed terror outfit LeT/TRF involved in the recent killing of Khanmoh’s Sarpanch Sameer Bhat, trapped in Nowgam encounter,” said Jammu and Kashmir Police IGP Vijay Kumar.&nbsp;

Security forces had received inputs about the presence of militants in the area after which a Cordon and Search operation (CASO) was launched. Security forces said that the hiding terrorists fired upon the security forces resulting in a gun battle. &nbsp;

Searches are still underway in the area.&nbsp; 
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Three terrorists were killed in an encounter in Srinagar’s Nowgam area. All the terrorists belonged to the LeT(TRF) outfit. Security forces killed one terrorist early morning in the gunfight and later killed two more terrorists taking the number to three.

Three terrorists were killed in an encounter in Srinagar’s Nowgam area. All the terrorists belonged to the LeT(TRF) outfit. Security forces killed one terrorist early morning in the gunfight and later killed two more terrorists taking the number to three. Also read | Wearing hijab is not an essential religious practice, says Indian court as it upholds hijab ban “02 more terrorists killed (Total 03). Incriminating materials including arms & ammunition recovered. Search going on. Further details shall follow, “ said Jammu and Kashmir Police IGP Vijay Kumar. Jammu and Kashmir Police also claimed that the same terrorists were involved in the killing of Sarpanch Sameer Ahmed Bhat of Khonmoh. Also read | Mother Teresa's former secretary to lead saint's Indian order “Terrorists of proscribed terror outfit LeT/TRF involved in the recent killing of Khanmoh’s Sarpanch Sameer Bhat, trapped in Nowgam encounter,” said Jammu and Kashmir Police IGP Vijay Kumar. Security forces had received inputs about the presence of militants in the area after which a Cordon and Search operation (CASO) was launched. Security forces said that the hiding terrorists fired upon the security forces resulting in a gun battle. Searches are still underway in the area.

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