Shopian, July 5 -- A cordon and search operation is underway in the Saidpora area of Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district after gunshots were heard during an anti-terror operation in the Saidpora area late Saturday night.

According to officials, gunshots were heard during the ongoing cordon and search operation in Saidpora. Following the incident, more security personnel were rushed to the area to strengthen the operation.

Further details are awaited.

Security forces have maintained a strong presence in the area as search operations continue.

The operations come amid sustained counter-terror efforts by security forces across Jammu and Kashmir.

Earlier, on July 1, 'Operation Sheruwali' entered its 40th day, with security forces contin...