J&K: Army vehicle fired upon in Akhnoor; No casualty reported

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Jammu: An army vehicle was fired upon in the Battal area of Akhnoor, said Army officials on Monday.

No injury or casualty was reported and a search operation has been launched, the Army officials added.

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Gunshorts heard
According to officials, a few gunshots were heard in the forward village when an Army ambulance was passing through.

Army troops along with the police have cordoned off the village and adjoining areas.

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Search operation on 
An operation is underway to trace the terrorists who are believed to have infiltrated from across the border.

More updates on the matter are awaited. (with Agency inputs)