Three militants killed in encounter in south Kashmir

SRINAGAR: Three unidentified militants were today killed by the security forces in an encounter in Anantnag district of south Kashmir, said defence officials.

The encounter broke out at around 8 pm at Wanihama village of Anantnag, following an anti-militancy operation launched by the security forces, said a defence spokesman.

He added that three militants were killed in the ensuing gunbattle.

Further details are awaited. (AGENCIES)