Srinagar, Nov 20 (TIWN) One terrorist was killed in an ongoing encounter with the security forces in the Ashmuji area of South Kashmir's Kulgam district on Saturday, officials said.

As per updates, the security forces launched a cordon and search operation in the Ashmuji area of south Kashmir district following information about the presence of militants in the area.

Police said during the operation, the hiding militants fired at the forces, leading to a gunfight and death of a militant.  However, the identity and group affiliation of the slain militant is being ascertained, police added.