An encounter broke out between terrorists and security forces in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday, officials said.

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in the Kalantara area of Kreeri in north Kashmir district of Baramulla following information about the presence of terrorists, a police official said.

He said the terrorists opened firing on security forces, who retaliated, triggering a gun battle.

There were no reports of any casualties so far, the official added. -- PTI