An unidentified terrorist and a soldier were killed in an overnight encounter in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara district. The Army and police had launched an anti-terrorist operation in the Lolab area of Kupwara a few days ago following information about possible terrorist movements, the officials said.

The security forces established contact with terrorists on Tuesday, leading to an encounter, they added. “Based on specific input regarding presence of terrorists in general area Kowut, Kupwara, a Joint Search Operation was launched by #IndianArmy and @JmuKmrPolice on days leading up to 23 July 24,” the Srinagar-based Chinar Corps posted on X. It said suspicious movements were noticed on Tuesday and the suspects were challenged by vigilant troops.