Two militants killed in encounter with security forces in Kulgam

Two militants have been killed in a gun battle between suspected militants and security forces in Kulgam District of Jammu and Kashmir.

The encounter began on Thursday evening after unidentified men fired on the residence of the Bharatiya Janata Party's candidate for the region, Ghulam Hasan Zargar.

Security arrangements have been tightened. (ANI)

Further details are awaited.