The youth were killed by the Indian troops during a cordon and search operation at Lassipora area of district.

Indian police while describing victims as militants claimed that they were killed in the gunfight and three Indian troops were also critically injured. On the other hand, the authorities also suspended Internet services in Pulwama and Shopian districts.

Meanwhile, Indian troops launched violent cordon and search operations in Qazigund and Veernag areas of the Islamabad district.