Security forces shot dead 10 Maoists in latest operations against Maoists in Kailali and Bardia, the Defence Ministry confirmed Tuesday. Six rebels, including a woman, were killed in Bardia and four in Kailali.

Security forces recovered guns, socket bombs, bullets, medicines and explosives from the rebels after being attacked. Security forces recovered guns, pistols, documents and explosives from rebels in three districts, including Dolakha and Dhanusha Sunday, an announcement said.

Two policemen were injured in a rebel ambush at Daulatpur in Bardia Tuesday, official sources said.