In the Kashmir Valley, an encounter broke out between terrorists and security forces at Arihal village of south Kashmir's Pulwama district, a short while ago.<br />''  <br />'' According to police, a joint team of Police, Army and CRPF launched a joint Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) on the basis of specific information about the presence of terrorists in the area. However, as the joint team of forces approached the suspected spot, terrorists fired upon them, which was retaliated, triggering an encounter.<br />''  <br />'' Meanwhile, the encounter was continuing till the reports last came in. Details are awaited.