In this December 2016 image, Army jawans take position during an encounter at Anantnag district, south Kashmir. Representational image. | Photo Credit: Nissar Ahmadmore-inA heavy exchange of fire between hiding militants and the security forces started in south Kashmir's Pahalgam on Sunday afternoon. A group of militants hiding in Awoora village near Pahalgam, Anantnag, opened fire when a search party threw a cordon in the area. Sources said security agencies believe around three militants are hiding there.

Source: The Hindu January 15, 2017 13:35 UTC