An encounter broke out between terrorists and the security forces in Braw Bandina area of Awantipora in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district on Friday morning. A joint team of Army’s 55RR, SOG Pulwama and CRPF launched a cordon and search operation in Braw Bandina area after receiving a tip-off regarding presence of terrorists in the area, A few terrorists are believed to be trapped in the area and the encounter is still underway.