India steps up operations in Jammu and Kashmir after deadly attack

Four soldiers were killed in a gunfight on Monday amid increased terrorist activity in the region

The Indian Army has intensified search operations to eliminate terrorists who have crossed the Pakistani border in the thick forest of Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district, Indian media reported on Wednesday, citing officials.

The development comes after four Indian soldiers, including an officer, were killed overnight Monday into Tuesday in an encounter with terrorists in the area.