Jammu, November 19: An encounter broke out between terrorists and security forces near Ban Toll Plaza in the Nagrota area of Jammu district here on Thursday morning, officials said.

According to officials, the Jammu-Srinagar national highway was closed in view of the encounter. Security has also been tightened in the Nagrota area. Further details are awaited.

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