India, Dec. 30 -- In a significant success, security forces on Tuesday busted a suspected terrorist hideout during a massive cordon and search operation (CASO) in the forest area of Kharpora village in north Kashmir's Baramulla district.

The operation was launched jointly by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) 176 Battalion, 2 Rashtriya Rifles of the Indian Army, Special Operations Group (SOG) units from Kunzar and Pattan, and Jammu and Kashmir Police. The coordinated effort was conducted under the supervision of SDPO Tangmarg.

During the search operation, a hidden cache was discovered deep inside the forest area. From the spot, forces recovered arms, ammunition, and explosive materials, indicating a possible plan to carry out attac...