Militant killed in Kashmir gun battle

Srinagar, June 3: A militant was killed in a fierce gun battle with security forces in south Kashmir early today.

Troops of 55 Rashtriya Rifles launched an operation at Wuyan in Pampore area of Pulwama district.

As the troops were conducting searches, militants hiding in the house of Mohammad Yousuf Bhat fired upon them with automatic weapons. The fire was effectively returned.

In the ensuing encounter, one militant was killed so far.

To avoid any collateral damage, residents have been evacuated to safer places. Further details were awaited.

UNI