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Incidents of Exchange of Fire between SFs and Militants:2003
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January - 1 
In an encounter that ensued after a raid on a terrorist hideout in Dedikalipora, Zainapora area of Shopian, two Pakistani terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed. Two AK-56 rifles were recovered from their possession.
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In an encounter that ensued after a raid on a terrorist hideout in Dedikalipora, Zainapora area of Shopian, two Pakistani terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed. Two AK-56 rifles were recovered from their possession.
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January - 2 
Security forces (SFs) killed two foreign mercenaries in an encounter in Deraw village, Pulwama district, on January 2. The encounter ensued after the terrorists hiding there attacked a search party. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the encounter-site.
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Security forces (SFs) killed two foreign mercenaries in an encounter in Deraw village, Pulwama district, on January 2. The encounter ensued after the terrorists hiding there attacked a search party. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the encounter-site.
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January - 3 
Two foreign mercenaries of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) were killed, while three Border Security Force (BSF) personnel were injured in an encounter preceded by an explosion at Laani village, Gool area of Udhampur district, on January 3. The encounter was continuing, when reports last came in, and thre
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Two foreign mercenaries of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) were killed, while three Border Security Force (BSF) personnel were injured in an encounter preceded by an explosion at Laani village, Gool area of Udhampur district, on January 3. The encounter was continuing, when reports last came in, and three to five more terrorists were fighting security force (SF) personnel, official sources said. These sources said a powerful blast rocked a road used by passenger and SF vehicles at Laani and subsequently SFs manning the area sealed the village. In the ensuing encounter, two JeM terrorists were killed and three BSF personnel injured. Recoveries made from the encounter-site, thus far, included two AK-56 rifles, three magazines, 37 ammunition rounds, a wireless set and a JeM letterhead.
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January - 4 
Based on specific information, SFs and SOG personnel launched a cordon-and-search operation at Kandikoot in the Kokernag locality of Anantnag district. In the ensuing encounter, three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists, including a ‘district commander’ were killed. In the same district, a terrorist be
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Based on specific information, SFs and SOG personnel launched a cordon-and-search operation at Kandikoot in the Kokernag locality of Anantnag district. In the ensuing encounter, three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists, including a ‘district commander’ were killed. In the same district, a terrorist belonging to the Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen group was killed during an encounter.
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January - 5 
During another encounter in Daram village, Gool area of the Udhampur district, while a group of three terrorists managed to escape, a woman trapped in the exchange of firing was killed.
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During another encounter in Daram village, Gool area of the Udhampur district, while a group of three terrorists managed to escape, a woman trapped in the exchange of firing was killed.
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January - 5 
Three terrorists, including a Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) ‘commander’ and a woman, were killed in two separate encounters in Mahore and Gool areas, Udhampur district, on January 5. Official sources said an encounter ensued in Devla village, Mahore area, when the terrorists laid an ambush and fired upon a
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Three terrorists, including a Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) ‘commander’ and a woman, were killed in two separate encounters in Mahore and Gool areas, Udhampur district, on January 5. Official sources said an encounter ensued in Devla village, Mahore area, when the terrorists laid an ambush and fired upon a security forces (SFs) patrol party. While three JeM terrorists, including Kamran Khan alias Khijjar, a ‘commander’, were killed, two others managed to escape into the forests. Recoveries made from the encounter site included three AK rifles, 12 AK magazines, 155 rounds of ammunition and six hand grenades.
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January - 7 
Security forces (SFs) killed two foreign mercenaries in Lancha village, Gool area of Udhampur district, on January 7. Recoveries made from the incident-site included an AK-47 rifle, an AK-56 rifle, 208 AK rounds, seven AK magazines in damaged condition, three hand grenades and two detonators. Source
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Security forces (SFs) killed two foreign mercenaries in Lancha village, Gool area of Udhampur district, on January 7. Recoveries made from the incident-site included an AK-47 rifle, an AK-56 rifle, 208 AK rounds, seven AK magazines in damaged condition, three hand grenades and two detonators. Sources added that a civilian trapped in the exchange of fire was also killed.
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January - 9 
According to official sources, security forces intercepted a group of foreign mercenaries when they were crossing a ridge at Aakhran near Tainka, approximately eight kms from Banihal, on January 9. In the ensuing encounter, five of them were killed. The encounter was continuing, when reports last ca
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According to official sources, security forces intercepted a group of foreign mercenaries when they were crossing a ridge at Aakhran near Tainka, approximately eight kms from Banihal, on January 9. In the ensuing encounter, five of them were killed. The encounter was continuing, when reports last came in, as SFs anticipated the movement of some more terrorists in the area. Recoveries made from the encounter-site included five AK-56 rifles, seven magazines, 183 rounds of ammunition, a wireless set, three hand grenades and some explosive material.
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January - 10 
In another incident, two unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter in Surankote in Poonch district. Five AK rifles, nine magazines, 223 rounds of ammunition, six hand grenades, two RPGs, a radio set and Rs 1565 in Pakistani currency were recovered from the encounter-site.
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In another incident, two unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter in Surankote in Poonch district. Five AK rifles, nine magazines, 223 rounds of ammunition, six hand grenades, two RPGs, a radio set and Rs 1565 in Pakistani currency were recovered from the encounter-site.
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January - 11 
According to official sources, three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists and a security force (SF) personnel were killed and one more SF personnel was injured in an encounter at Khanetar, under Poonch police station-limits, on January 11. A joint team of Army and police personnel searching the area, on
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According to official sources, three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists and a security force (SF) personnel were killed and one more SF personnel was injured in an encounter at Khanetar, under Poonch police station-limits, on January 11. A joint team of Army and police personnel searching the area, on specific information about terrorist presence, came under heavy firing. The three terrorists were killed in retaliatory firing by SFs. However, an Army personnel was also killed and one more was injured during the encounter, while the terrorists’ hideout was destroyed during the encounter. The search team recovered, among other things, two AK-47 rifles, five magazines, two wireless sets, a compass and five Rocket Propelled Gun (RPG) rockets from the hideout.
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January - 11 
Two Pakistani Al Badr terrorists and one more unidentified terrorist were killed in another encounter that occurred at Kala Dafli village, Bafliaz area of Surankote tehsil (administrative unit), on the same day, in Poonch district. The group affiliation of the third terrorist could not be ascertaine
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Two Pakistani Al Badr terrorists and one more unidentified terrorist were killed in another encounter that occurred at Kala Dafli village, Bafliaz area of Surankote tehsil (administrative unit), on the same day, in Poonch district. The group affiliation of the third terrorist could not be ascertained immediately. Sources said the slain terrorists had laid an ambush on an SF team, and were killed in SF retaliatory firing. Two AK rifles, three magazines and a radio set were seized from the incident-site.
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January - 11 
Unnamed sources said a group of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists engaged troops of the 44th Battalion of the Rashtriya Rifles (RR) in an encounter in Nayidgam in Shopian, Pulwama district, on the same day. A local HM terrorist identified as Mohammad Abbas Tantray was killed in the encounter.
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Unnamed sources said a group of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists engaged troops of the 44th Battalion of the Rashtriya Rifles (RR) in an encounter in Nayidgam in Shopian, Pulwama district, on the same day. A local HM terrorist identified as Mohammad Abbas Tantray was killed in the encounter.
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January - 13 
In another incident, two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists, including ‘divisional commander’ Abu Hamza, were killed in an encounter in Bungam Qadarana village, Marwah area of Doda district. The other terrorist killed in the operation was identified as Mohammed Asadullah, a fidayee n (suicide cadre),
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In another incident, two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists, including ‘divisional commander’ Abu Hamza, were killed in an encounter in Bungam Qadarana village, Marwah area of Doda district. The other terrorist killed in the operation was identified as Mohammed Asadullah, a fidayee n (suicide cadre), hailing from Islamabad, Pakistan. Two AK rifles and some ammunition were recovered from them.
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January - 13 
In Bandipore area, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel raided a terrorist hideout in Arin village. According to a tip-off, some Pakistani and Kashmiri cadres of the LeT were present at the residence of a civilian. However, during the subsequent encounter, three terrorists managed to escape, while
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In Bandipore area, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel raided a terrorist hideout in Arin village. According to a tip-off, some Pakistani and Kashmiri cadres of the LeT were present at the residence of a civilian. However, during the subsequent encounter, three terrorists managed to escape, while a fourth was arrested. Official sources said a civilian was killed during the exchange of gunfire.
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January - 13 
In Ganderbal area, security forces killed a Pakistani terrorist of the HM in an encounter in Yangoora village. At least one more terrorist is believed to have escaped from the cordoned area.
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In Ganderbal area, security forces killed a Pakistani terrorist of the HM in an encounter in Yangoora village. At least one more terrorist is believed to have escaped from the cordoned area.
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January - 13 
Official sources said two terrorists and a SF personnel were killed in Hill Tak area, Rajouri district, on January 13, in an operation launched to apprehend Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) local terrorist Tahir Billa. He had reportedly assaulted a number of female students in Darhal area and torched their u
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Official sources said two terrorists and a SF personnel were killed in Hill Tak area, Rajouri district, on January 13, in an operation launched to apprehend Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) local terrorist Tahir Billa. He had reportedly assaulted a number of female students in Darhal area and torched their uniforms and books while issuing threats to them to stop education and wear burqas (veil). SFs, on specific information that Billa and his associates had taken shelter at a residence in Hill Tak, commenced a search operation. Even as they were surrounding the house, they were fired upon by the terrorists. In the ensuing encounter, two terrorists and a SF personnel were killed. Two AK rifles with some ammunition and explosives were also recovered from the encounter-site. The operation was continuing, when reports last came in. Meanwhile, official sources confirmed the presence of Tahir Billa in the encounter.
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January - 14 
Another foreign mercenary was killed in Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri district. The slain terrorist was identified as Sajjad Afghani, a ‘commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM). From his possession, the SFs recovered an AK-56 rifle, three magazines, 60 ammunition rounds and a radio set. Separately,
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Another foreign mercenary was killed in Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri district. The slain terrorist was identified as Sajjad Afghani, a ‘commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM). From his possession, the SFs recovered an AK-56 rifle, three magazines, 60 ammunition rounds and a radio set. Separately, a Pakistani terrorist was killed in an encounter in Lolab area, Kupwara district.
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January - 14 
In another incident, a woman was injured in an exchange of fire between terrorists and SFs in Jawalapura Bounjwa, Kishtwar area of Doda district. The terrorists escaped after the firing.
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In another incident, a woman was injured in an exchange of fire between terrorists and SFs in Jawalapura Bounjwa, Kishtwar area of Doda district. The terrorists escaped after the firing.
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January - 14 
Security forces (SFs) killed a suspected foreign mercenary in an encounter with a group of four terrorists in Mahore area, in the same district. An AK rifle, three magazines, 44 AK rounds, two radio sets and a hand grenade were recovered from the encounter-site.
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Security forces (SFs) killed a suspected foreign mercenary in an encounter with a group of four terrorists in Mahore area, in the same district. An AK rifle, three magazines, 44 AK rounds, two radio sets and a hand grenade were recovered from the encounter-site.
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January - 15 
SFs killed a suspected foreign mercenaryin Chatyari village of Rajouri district. An AK rifle with an unspecified quantity of ammunition was recovered from him. Another terrorist was killed in an encounter in Bernali village, Mahore area of Udhampur district. An AK-47 rifle, three AK magazines, 70 ro
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SFs killed a suspected foreign mercenaryin Chatyari village of Rajouri district. An AK rifle with an unspecified quantity of ammunition was recovered from him. Another terrorist was killed in an encounter in Bernali village, Mahore area of Udhampur district. An AK-47 rifle, three AK magazines, 70 rounds of ammunition, a radio set, a hand grenade, a binocular and an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) were recovered from the encounter-site.
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January - 15 
Two civilians were killed in an exchange of fire between a group of terrorists and security force (SF) personnel in Bhala Gharat village, Surankote. Even as SF personnel tried to save the civilians, the terrorists, numbering between five to six, managed to escape. Separately, another civilian, a res
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Two civilians were killed in an exchange of fire between a group of terrorists and security force (SF) personnel in Bhala Gharat village, Surankote. Even as SF personnel tried to save the civilians, the terrorists, numbering between five to six, managed to escape. Separately, another civilian, a resident of Mahore area, Udhampur district, who was abducted by terrorists on January 13 along with another civilian, was found dead in a forest area, on January 15.
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January - 16 
Official sources in north Kashmir said, on specific information, the Special Operations Group (SOG) of Jammu and Kashmir Police raided a terrorist hideout at Potshai in Lolab valley of Kupwara district, on January 16. In the ensuing encounter, a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist was killed and five SO
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Official sources in north Kashmir said, on specific information, the Special Operations Group (SOG) of Jammu and Kashmir Police raided a terrorist hideout at Potshai in Lolab valley of Kupwara district, on January 16. In the ensuing encounter, a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist was killed and five SOG personnel, including unit leader and prominent counter-insurgent in the district Javed Kawa, sustained injuries. Other members of the terrorist group, however, managed to escape.
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January - 16 
Reports from north Kashmir indicated, meanwhile, that security forces (SFs) conducted a search operation in Dangiwacha forest area of Rafiabad belt, Baramulla district. Unconfirmed reports said two terrorists were killed during this operation. The encounter was continuing when reports last came in.
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Reports from north Kashmir indicated, meanwhile, that security forces (SFs) conducted a search operation in Dangiwacha forest area of Rafiabad belt, Baramulla district. Unconfirmed reports said two terrorists were killed during this operation. The encounter was continuing when reports last came in.
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January - 17 
A terrorist was killed during an encounter in Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri district. Five more terrorists were reportedly trapped in the operation, which was continuing, when reports last came in.
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A terrorist was killed during an encounter in Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri district. Five more terrorists were reportedly trapped in the operation, which was continuing, when reports last came in.
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January - 17 
The Special Operations Group of Jammu & Kashmir Police launched a cordon-and-search operation at Chak Sari village in Pattan area of Baramulla district. According to a tip-off, a group of heavily armed terrorists affiliated to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) was present in the village. Unconfirmed repor
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The Special Operations Group of Jammu & Kashmir Police launched a cordon-and-search operation at Chak Sari village in Pattan area of Baramulla district. According to a tip-off, a group of heavily armed terrorists affiliated to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) was present in the village. Unconfirmed reports said at least two terrorists were killed in the subsequent encounter, which was continuing, when reports last came in. Separately, officials confirmed the death of two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists in the encounter that had begun in the Rafiabad belt of Baramulla district, on January 16.
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January - 18 
Three persons, including an Army Major and a terrorist, were killed during an in the Chroni village in the Kishtwar area of Doda district on January 18. Official sources said security forces (SFs) launched a search operation in Chroni after securing specific information regarding the presence of a l
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Three persons, including an Army Major and a terrorist, were killed during an in the Chroni village in the Kishtwar area of Doda district on January 18. Official sources said security forces (SFs) launched a search operation in Chroni after securing specific information regarding the presence of a large group of terrorists at a hideout, located on a mountain. They said the approaching SFs were subjected to heavy firing and grenade attacks by the terrorists. In the ensuing encounter, two SF personnel, including an Army Major, and a terrorist were killed. However, the other terrorists managed to escape towards a surrounding forest area and were being pursued by the SF personnel. Recoveries made from the incident site included two AK-56 rifles, three magazines, 100 rounds of ammunition, a wireless set, four hand grenade, 2000 kg ration and 40 blankets. Sources added that there were five to six terrorists present in the hideout.
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January - 19 
In another incident, unidentified terrorists attacked a Special Police Officers (SPO) post, in Vernal village, Banihal area of Doda district. Even as the SPOs retaliated, the terrorists managed to escape. While fleeing, they reportedly set ablaze the residence of a Village Defence Committee (VDC) me
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In another incident, unidentified terrorists attacked a Special Police Officers (SPO) post, in Vernal village, Banihal area of Doda district. Even as the SPOs retaliated, the terrorists managed to escape. While fleeing, they reportedly set ablaze the residence of a Village Defence Committee (VDC) member.
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January - 19 
Official sources said an SF patrol party, covering a forward area in Bhimber Gali sector on the Line of Control (LoC), in Rajouri district, observed movement of a group of infiltrators. In the encounter that followed, while three infiltrators were killed the others managed to escape into Pakistan oc
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Official sources said an SF patrol party, covering a forward area in Bhimber Gali sector on the Line of Control (LoC), in Rajouri district, observed movement of a group of infiltrators. In the encounter that followed, while three infiltrators were killed the others managed to escape into Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK). An unspecified quantity of arms and ammunition were recovered from the encounter-site. Sources added that the recovery indicated that infiltrators had planned to disrupt Republic Day celebrations on January 26 in Rajouri district. The terrorists are believed to be Pakistani cadres affiliated to the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) group.
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January - 19 
Three Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were killed in an encounter at their hideout in Mahore area of Udhampur district. Two AK rifles and a radio set were recovered from them.
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Three Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were killed in an encounter at their hideout in Mahore area of Udhampur district. Two AK rifles and a radio set were recovered from them.
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January - 20 
Besides, unidentified terrorists fired two rockets at Kandi Koteranka police station, Rajouri district, killing a civilian and injuring four of his family members. After the rocket attacks, the terrorists also opened fire at the police station. However, after a brief exchange of firing, the terroris
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Besides, unidentified terrorists fired two rockets at Kandi Koteranka police station, Rajouri district, killing a civilian and injuring four of his family members. After the rocket attacks, the terrorists also opened fire at the police station. However, after a brief exchange of firing, the terrorists escaped. No damage occurred to the police station.
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January - 20 
Two terrorists, including a ‘deputy district commander’ of the Al Badr group, were killed in an encounter at their hideout in Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri district, on January 20. The encounter was continuing, when reports last came in. Three more terrorists are still locked in a gun-battle with sec
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Two terrorists, including a ‘deputy district commander’ of the Al Badr group, were killed in an encounter at their hideout in Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri district, on January 20. The encounter was continuing, when reports last came in. Three more terrorists are still locked in a gun-battle with security forces (SFs). Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the incident-site.
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January - 21 
Security force (SF) personnel killed two hardcore terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit, including an ‘area commander’, during an encounter in Ranot village, Gundana area of Doda district. Two AK-56 rifles, three magazines, 17 rounds of ammunition, a wireless set, three hand grenades and so
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Security force (SF) personnel killed two hardcore terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit, including an ‘area commander’, during an encounter in Ranot village, Gundana area of Doda district. Two AK-56 rifles, three magazines, 17 rounds of ammunition, a wireless set, three hand grenades and some explosive material was recovered from the possession of the slain terrorists. However, official sources said at least two terrorists of the group managed to escape during the encounter.
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January - 21 
Security forces killed two unidentified terrorists in an encounter in Aragam, Bandipore area of north Kashmir. The operation, official sources said, had been launched on specific information provided by the villagers.
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Security forces killed two unidentified terrorists in an encounter in Aragam, Bandipore area of north Kashmir. The operation, official sources said, had been launched on specific information provided by the villagers.
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January - 22 
In a separate encounter, another terrorist affiliated to the Harkat-e-Jehad-e-Islami (HuJI) was killed in Hingipora, Dooru-Kapran locality of Anantnag district.
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In a separate encounter, another terrorist affiliated to the Harkat-e-Jehad-e-Islami (HuJI) was killed in Hingipora, Dooru-Kapran locality of Anantnag district.
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January - 22 
In another incident, Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) ‘platoon commander’ Habibullah alias Saifullah was killed in an encounter in Kudara, about 20km from Bandipore.
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In another incident, Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) ‘platoon commander’ Habibullah alias Saifullah was killed in an encounter in Kudara, about 20km from Bandipore.
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January - 23 
A group of five unidentified terrorists attacked the residence of a Congress (I) leader in Batoli Kahara, Gandoh area of Doda district, and injured four members of his family. Official sources said retaliatory firing by the leader’s Personal Security Officer forced the terrorists to escape.
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A group of five unidentified terrorists attacked the residence of a Congress (I) leader in Batoli Kahara, Gandoh area of Doda district, and injured four members of his family. Official sources said retaliatory firing by the leader’s Personal Security Officer forced the terrorists to escape.
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January - 23 
SFs, on securing specific information, raided a terrorist hideout in Kani Bahak, Lolab valley of Kupwara district. In the ensuing encounter, a Pakistani terrorist was killed while others of the group escaped. An AK-56 rifle and a damaged wireless set were recovered from the encounter-site.
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SFs, on securing specific information, raided a terrorist hideout in Kani Bahak, Lolab valley of Kupwara district. In the ensuing encounter, a Pakistani terrorist was killed while others of the group escaped. An AK-56 rifle and a damaged wireless set were recovered from the encounter-site.
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January - 24 
Security forces (SFs), on January 24, killed two foreign mercenaries of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) in an encounter in Mendhar area, Poonch district. According to media reports, a cordon and search operation was launched by SFs in the Kasblari forests near the Line of Control (LoC), in Mendhar sector
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Security forces (SFs), on January 24, killed two foreign mercenaries of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) in an encounter in Mendhar area, Poonch district. According to media reports, a cordon and search operation was launched by SFs in the Kasblari forests near the Line of Control (LoC), in Mendhar sector. In the ensuing encounter, while two terrorists were killed, two others of the group escaped. Two AK-56 rifles, six magazines, a wireless set, 30 AK rounds and some xplosive material were recovered from the encounter-site.
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January - 26 
Official sources in north Kashmir said, based on specific information, SFs raided a terrorist hideout in Wagoora village of Kreeri belt, Baramulla district. A tip-off said a group of heavily armed Pakistani terrorists was present in the village. In the subsequent encounter, three Pakistani cadres of
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Official sources in north Kashmir said, based on specific information, SFs raided a terrorist hideout in Wagoora village of Kreeri belt, Baramulla district. A tip-off said a group of heavily armed Pakistani terrorists was present in the village. In the subsequent encounter, three Pakistani cadres of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and an SF personnel were killed.
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January - 28 
An encounter occurred between a group of unidentified terrorists and security forces in Dachchan village, Doda district. Although the exchange of firing continued for about an hour and a half the terrorists managed to escape. There was no report of casualties on either side.
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An encounter occurred between a group of unidentified terrorists and security forces in Dachchan village, Doda district. Although the exchange of firing continued for about an hour and a half the terrorists managed to escape. There was no report of casualties on either side.
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January - 29 
In another incident, an unidentified terrorist was killed in a clash between two terrorist groups at Nowgam, in Kokernag, said official sources.
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In another incident, an unidentified terrorist was killed in a clash between two terrorist groups at Nowgam, in Kokernag, said official sources.
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February - 21 
Four unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter at Langate, Handwara area in Kupwara district, on February 21-night. According to an official spokesman, acting on a tip off, security forces (SFs) cordoned off the target house and started a search operation. The terrorists, however, opened i
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Four unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter at Langate, Handwara area in Kupwara district, on February 21-night. According to an official spokesman, acting on a tip off, security forces (SFs) cordoned off the target house and started a search operation. The terrorists, however, opened indiscriminate fire. SFs retaliated by firing back, following which four terrorists, believed to be foreign mercenaries, were killed. Four AK rifles, some other arms and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the incident-site.
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February - 23 
Seven Pakistani terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed in an encounter on the Line of Control (LoC) in Mendhar sector, Poonch district on February 23. According to official sources, security forces (SFs) intercepted a group of nine LeT terrorists while clandestinely entering the Indian
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Seven Pakistani terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed in an encounter on the Line of Control (LoC) in Mendhar sector, Poonch district on February 23. According to official sources, security forces (SFs) intercepted a group of nine LeT terrorists while clandestinely entering the Indian territory in the Hari Gala area, near Ghani village, and asked them to surrender. However, the terrorists opened unprovoked indiscriminate firing on the SFs. Seven terrorists were killed in the ensuing prolonged encounter. There were no casualties on the SFs side. Two more terrorists were hiding in a nearby forest area near Ghani village and a search was on for them when reports last came in. Bodies of all the seven terrorists killed in the encounter were recovered from incident-site, nevertheless, their identity could not be established immediately. Seven AK-56 rifles, 13 magazines, 147 rounds of ammunition, two wireless sets, a bag full of hand grenades and some other explosive material were recovered from the encounter site.
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February - 28 
A joint team of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police and Army personnel on February 28 killed Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) ‘district commander’ Parvez Ahmed in an encounter at Batola village, Gandoh police station-limits, Doda district. Reports said the terrorist had taken shelter in a house in the village.
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A joint team of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police and Army personnel on February 28 killed Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) ‘district commander’ Parvez Ahmed in an encounter at Batola village, Gandoh police station-limits, Doda district. Reports said the terrorist had taken shelter in a house in the village. On a tip off, the search team surrounded the target house and asked him to surrender. However, the terrorist opened fire in a bid to flee. A prolonged encounter ensued following which the terrorist was killed. An associate of the slain terrorist was also reportedly present in the target house at the time of the incident, but had escaped. The slain terrorist was active in the district reportedly for the past eight years.
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March - 4 
A joint search team of 10 Rashtriya Rifles and Special Task Force (STF) personnel killed four hardcore terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), including ‘district commander’ Javed Mukhtiyar alias Sajid, in an encounter at Lari village, Doda district, on March 4-morning. Media reports quoting offi
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A joint search team of 10 Rashtriya Rifles and Special Task Force (STF) personnel killed four hardcore terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), including ‘district commander’ Javed Mukhtiyar alias Sajid, in an encounter at Lari village, Doda district, on March 4-morning. Media reports quoting official sources said, acting on a tip off, the search team intercepted the terrorists, on March 3-night, who, however, clashed with the security forces (SFs) and opened indiscriminate fire. The terrorists hid themselves inside a nearby thick jungle, even as SFs returned fire. However, the search was resumed on March 4-morning and the terrorists were killed in the following encounter. Two AK rifles, a Self Loading Rifle (SLR), two radio sets, two binoculars and a huge quantity of ammunition, among other things, were recovered from the incident-site. A terrorist hideout was also destroyed during the encounter, the reports added.
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March - 5 
A joint team of Army and Jammu and Kashmir police killed two Pakistani terrorists affiliated to the Jammu Kashmir National Liberation Army (JKNLA) in an encounter near the Line of Control (LoC) at Naka Majari in Mendhar sector, Poonch district on March 5. Two police personnel were also injured in th
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A joint team of Army and Jammu and Kashmir police killed two Pakistani terrorists affiliated to the Jammu Kashmir National Liberation Army (JKNLA) in an encounter near the Line of Control (LoC) at Naka Majari in Mendhar sector, Poonch district on March 5. Two police personnel were also injured in the encounter. Security forces recovered two AK rifles and some ammunition from the possession of the slain terrorists.
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March - 5 
Also on the same day, acting on a tip off, troops of the Rashtriya Rifles (RR), 29th Battalion cordoned off a target house at Kawchak village, Kreeri-Tangmarg belt, Baramulla district, where a group of unidentified terrorist were hiding and asked them to surrender. The terrorists, however, opened fi
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Also on the same day, acting on a tip off, troops of the Rashtriya Rifles (RR), 29th Battalion cordoned off a target house at Kawchak village, Kreeri-Tangmarg belt, Baramulla district, where a group of unidentified terrorist were hiding and asked them to surrender. The terrorists, however, opened fire on the security forces in a bid to escape. The target house was destroyed and three terrorists of the group were killed in the ensuing encounter. While an officer of the RR was injured during the encounter, stray bullets also injured two civilians.
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March - 5 
In another incident, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel, on the same day, killed a Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen (JuM) terrorist in an encounter at Badoon Dhangri village in Rajouri district. Two of his associates escaped under the cover of heavy firing. An AK rifle, two magazines and six rounds of ammuni
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In another incident, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel, on the same day, killed a Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen (JuM) terrorist in an encounter at Badoon Dhangri village in Rajouri district. Two of his associates escaped under the cover of heavy firing. An AK rifle, two magazines and six rounds of ammunition were recovered from the encounter-site.
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March - 6 
Troops of the Rashtriya Rifles (RR) killed two unidentified terrorists at Saleh Rakh Chandi, in Aeshmuqam area of Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir, on March 6. Reports said, acting on a tip-off, security forces (SFs) reportedly cordoned off a target house where the terrorists had taken shelter.
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Troops of the Rashtriya Rifles (RR) killed two unidentified terrorists at Saleh Rakh Chandi, in Aeshmuqam area of Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir, on March 6. Reports said, acting on a tip-off, security forces (SFs) reportedly cordoned off a target house where the terrorists had taken shelter. An encounter ensued when terrorists opened fire on SFs. The target house was destroyed in the retaliatory firing and dead bodies of the terrorists recovered later from the debris.
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March - 7 
A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist was killed in an encounter at Nagbal village in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district on March 7-night. Also, a woman who was injured in a terrorist attack earlier, on an unspecified date, at Yaripora village, Kulgam in the same district, succumbed to her injuries,
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A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist was killed in an encounter at Nagbal village in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district on March 7-night. Also, a woman who was injured in a terrorist attack earlier, on an unspecified date, at Yaripora village, Kulgam in the same district, succumbed to her injuries, on the same night
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March - 8 
A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) "battalion commander" was killed by security forces in an encounter at Telwani village, in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district, on March 8-night. The slain terrorist was later identified as Mohammad Amin Bhat alias Rizwan.
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A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) "battalion commander" was killed by security forces in an encounter at Telwani village, in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district, on March 8-night. The slain terrorist was later identified as Mohammad Amin Bhat alias Rizwan.
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March - 11 
A joint search team of Army and Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) police personnel on March 11 killed three Harkat-ul-Jehad-i-Islami (HuJI) terrorists in an encounter in Keshwan village, Doda district. A large quantity of arms and ammunition was recovered from the slain terrorists. According to official sourc
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A joint search team of Army and Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) police personnel on March 11 killed three Harkat-ul-Jehad-i-Islami (HuJI) terrorists in an encounter in Keshwan village, Doda district. A large quantity of arms and ammunition was recovered from the slain terrorists. According to official sources, the terrorists had earlier taken shelter in an abandoned house in Jugna village and tried to dodge the security forces (SFs) under thick jungle cover. However, the search team chased and spotted them in Keshwan village and asked them to surrender. But, they attacked the search team. The three terrorists were killed in retaliatory firing by SFs. Two AK-56 rifles, 65 AK rounds, a pistol with 10 rounds, a wireless set, three hand grenades and other explosive materials were recovered from the incident-site.
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March - 11 
In yet another encounter, security forces killed an LeT terrorist identified as Abdul Qayoom Wani, on March 11, at Teligam village in Baramulla district. The ‘target house’, where he had taken shelter was also damaged during the encounter. Besides, an unidentified terrorist was arrested in Chunjimul
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In yet another encounter, security forces killed an LeT terrorist identified as Abdul Qayoom Wani, on March 11, at Teligam village in Baramulla district. The ‘target house’, where he had taken shelter was also damaged during the encounter. Besides, an unidentified terrorist was arrested in Chunjimulla village, Kupwara district, on the same day.
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March - 12 
In another incident, a Pakistani terrorist Khalid Zubair, affiliated with the Harkat-ul-Jehad-i-Islami (HuJI) was killed in an encounter at Dara Sangla village, in Surankote tehsil of Poonch district, on the same day. Two of his associates, however, escaped and a search is on to nab them. An AK rifl
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In another incident, a Pakistani terrorist Khalid Zubair, affiliated with the Harkat-ul-Jehad-i-Islami (HuJI) was killed in an encounter at Dara Sangla village, in Surankote tehsil of Poonch district, on the same day. Two of his associates, however, escaped and a search is on to nab them. An AK rifle and three hand grenades were recovered from the encounter-site.
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March - 12 
On March 12, security forces killed two Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) terrorists in an encounter in Kishtwar tehsil (administrative unit), Jammu and Kashmir’s (J&K), Doda district. The slain terrorists were later identified as Farooq Ahmed Sheikh alias Junid and Shada Mir. Two AK rifles, two magazines
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On March 12, security forces killed two Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) terrorists in an encounter in Kishtwar tehsil (administrative unit), Jammu and Kashmir’s (J&K), Doda district. The slain terrorists were later identified as Farooq Ahmed Sheikh alias Junid and Shada Mir. Two AK rifles, two magazines and 37 rounds were recovered from the encounter-site.
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March - 14 
A suspected fidayeen (suicide terrorist) affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) opened fire disrupting Muharram (religious procession of Muslims) procession at the Poonch Bus Stand, in Jammu and Kashmir’s (J&K’s) Poonch district, on March 14, even as the security forces (SFs) were escorting it. The
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A suspected fidayeen (suicide terrorist) affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) opened fire disrupting Muharram (religious procession of Muslims) procession at the Poonch Bus Stand, in Jammu and Kashmir’s (J&K’s) Poonch district, on March 14, even as the security forces (SFs) were escorting it. The terrorist hid in a hotel near the incident-site and opened fire on the SFs, using hotel inmates as human shield. The terrorist killed a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySP), heading the police escort team, while the latter was countering the attack. Reports said police retaliated with restraint to avoid civilian casualties. Three passengers at the bus stand were killed and eight more injured in the crossfire. The hotel was evacuated after reinforcements reached and SFs stormed the hotel, killing the terrorist in the counter attack. Another police personnel was killed in the encounter. An AK rifle, a magazine and 10 ammunition rounds were recovered from the possession of the slain terrorist. The reports also indicated that terrorists might have planned to flare up communal tension in the district by targeting religious procession of Muslims.
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March - 14 
Another encounter occurred in Marwah area, Doda district, on the same day when terrorists attacked a joint team of J&K Police and Army personnel was searching the area. In a two-hour long encounter that followed, two terrorists were killed. Two AK-56 rifles, four magazines, 17 rounds and a wireless
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Another encounter occurred in Marwah area, Doda district, on the same day when terrorists attacked a joint team of J&K Police and Army personnel was searching the area. In a two-hour long encounter that followed, two terrorists were killed. Two AK-56 rifles, four magazines, 17 rounds and a wireless were recovered from the incident-site.
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March - 14 
Besides, other reports said five terrorists, including two affiliated to the JeM, were killed in two separate encounters at Magam and Bonalam, Kokernag area of Anantnag district, on March 14.
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Besides, other reports said five terrorists, including two affiliated to the JeM, were killed in two separate encounters at Magam and Bonalam, Kokernag area of Anantnag district, on March 14.
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March - 14 
In another incident, two Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists were killed in an encounter in Surankote tehsil (administrative unit) in Poonch district, on the same day. Two AK rifles, three magazines, a wireless set, three hand grenades and some other explosive material were recovered from the slain te
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In another incident, two Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists were killed in an encounter in Surankote tehsil (administrative unit) in Poonch district, on the same day. Two AK rifles, three magazines, a wireless set, three hand grenades and some other explosive material were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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March - 14 
Two more terrorists, foreign mercenaries affiliated to LeT, were killed in yet another encounter in Mahore area, Udhampur district, on the same day. An AK rifle with 39 ammunition rounds, two Chinese hand grenades and a radio set were recovered following the encounter.
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Two more terrorists, foreign mercenaries affiliated to LeT, were killed in yet another encounter in Mahore area, Udhampur district, on the same day. An AK rifle with 39 ammunition rounds, two Chinese hand grenades and a radio set were recovered following the encounter.
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March - 14 
Yet another terrorist, yet to be identified, was killed in Kishtwar tehsil, Doda district, on the same day. His associate was injured in the encounter, but had escaped. A search was on for the inured terrorist when reports last came in.
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Yet another terrorist, yet to be identified, was killed in Kishtwar tehsil, Doda district, on the same day. His associate was injured in the encounter, but had escaped. A search was on for the inured terrorist when reports last came in.
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March - 15 
In another incident, two terrorists, involved in an attack at Dundak near Surankote in the Poonch district on March 13 in which two civilians were killed and two others injured, were killed by security forces (SFs) at village Phagla in the same district on March 15. Two civilians were also injured i
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In another incident, two terrorists, involved in an attack at Dundak near Surankote in the Poonch district on March 13 in which two civilians were killed and two others injured, were killed by security forces (SFs) at village Phagla in the same district on March 15. Two civilians were also injured in the encounter. According to official sources, the slain terrorists hailed from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) and were affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the encounter site.
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March - 16 
Security forces killed two terrorists in a search operation in Bhaderwah town, Doda district, on March 16. Two rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from them. The encounter was continuing, when reports last came in.
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Security forces killed two terrorists in a search operation in Bhaderwah town, Doda district, on March 16. Two rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from them. The encounter was continuing, when reports last came in.
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March - 17 
According to official sources, four HM terrorists and an SF personnel were killed in an encounter that ensued after a search operation in the forests of Bakyar, Handwara area. Search operations in the area were continuing, when last reports came in.
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According to official sources, four HM terrorists and an SF personnel were killed in an encounter that ensued after a search operation in the forests of Bakyar, Handwara area. Search operations in the area were continuing, when last reports came in.
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March - 17 
In another encounter, two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists were killed and three SF personnel injured at Brakpora village, Anantnag district.
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In another encounter, two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists were killed and three SF personnel injured at Brakpora village, Anantnag district.
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March - 18 
According to official sources, a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist was killed in an encounter at Katsu village, Srigufwara area of Anantnag district, on March 18. Sources added that eight other cadres of the group managed to escape from the encounter-site. A rifle and two magazines were recovered fr
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According to official sources, a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist was killed in an encounter at Katsu village, Srigufwara area of Anantnag district, on March 18. Sources added that eight other cadres of the group managed to escape from the encounter-site. A rifle and two magazines were recovered from the slain terrorist.
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March - 19 
According to official sources in south Kashmir, a ‘divisional commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) was killed in an encounter at Lever village in Anantnag district, on March 19. Reports from south Kashmir added that unidentified terrorists killed a civilian in front of the Block Development Off
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According to official sources in south Kashmir, a ‘divisional commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) was killed in an encounter at Lever village in Anantnag district, on March 19. Reports from south Kashmir added that unidentified terrorists killed a civilian in front of the Block Development Office at Qazigund.
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March - 19 
At Satoora in Tral, terrorists carried out an unsuccessful attack on a camp of the Border Security Force (BSF). In the resultant exchange of gunfire, a woman sustained injuries.
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At Satoora in Tral, terrorists carried out an unsuccessful attack on a camp of the Border Security Force (BSF). In the resultant exchange of gunfire, a woman sustained injuries.
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March - 20 
Two Harkat-ul-Jehadi-e-Islami (HuJI) terrorists and a security force (SF) personnel were killed while another SF personnel was injured in an encounter at Bharat village, Doda district, on March 20. Two AK-56 rifles, three magazines, 37 rounds of ammunition and a wireless set were recovered from the
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Two Harkat-ul-Jehadi-e-Islami (HuJI) terrorists and a security force (SF) personnel were killed while another SF personnel was injured in an encounter at Bharat village, Doda district, on March 20. Two AK-56 rifles, three magazines, 37 rounds of ammunition and a wireless set were recovered from the encounter-site.
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March - 21 
In another encounter, SFs killed two terrorists at Rajpora, Pulwama district. The encounter ensued after the terrorists attacked a search party with automatic weapons and grenades. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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In another encounter, SFs killed two terrorists at Rajpora, Pulwama district. The encounter ensued after the terrorists attacked a search party with automatic weapons and grenades. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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March - 21 
Two Border Security Force (BSF) personnel and two terrorists were killed, while four BSF personnel were injured, when a group of terrorists ambushed a security forces (SFs) patrol party at Pindi Jamola, Kalalkas area of Rajouri district, on March 21. The encounter was continuing, when reports last c
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Two Border Security Force (BSF) personnel and two terrorists were killed, while four BSF personnel were injured, when a group of terrorists ambushed a security forces (SFs) patrol party at Pindi Jamola, Kalalkas area of Rajouri district, on March 21. The encounter was continuing, when reports last came in, as two more terrorists of the group were still holed-up in the area. According to official sources, the slain terrorists were believed to be foreign mercenaries. Recoveries made from the encounter-site included two AK-56 rifles, two magazines, 23 rounds of ammunition and a wireless set.
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March - 22 
In Kupwara district, on March 22, troops of the Rashtriya Rifles (RR) cordoned off a target house at Warpora, Magam, Handwara and asked four Pakistani Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists hiding there to surrender. However, as they refused to surrender an encounter ensued, in which a terrorist was kille
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In Kupwara district, on March 22, troops of the Rashtriya Rifles (RR) cordoned off a target house at Warpora, Magam, Handwara and asked four Pakistani Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists hiding there to surrender. However, as they refused to surrender an encounter ensued, in which a terrorist was killed. Three associates of the slain terrorist escaped from the incident-site.
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March - 23 
In another incident, four terrorists were killed in an encounter in Mahore area, Jammu region, on March 23. The encounter took place when a patrol party, on a routine search, was attacked by some terrorists. Official sources said the terrorists belonged to the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and two of them
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In another incident, four terrorists were killed in an encounter in Mahore area, Jammu region, on March 23. The encounter took place when a patrol party, on a routine search, was attacked by some terrorists. Official sources said the terrorists belonged to the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and two of them killed were later identified as those who had killed nine Special Police Officers (SPOs) and two civilians in an attack on the Ind police station on March 16. Four AK rifles, 15 AK magazines, 205 rounds of AK ammunition, a radio set and a hand grenade were recovered from the encounter-site.
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March - 23 
Two terrorists of the HM were killed in encounter at Gangda Akhal, Pirpanjal foothills, Kulgam area. Meanwhile, two terrorists were killed in an encounter in Banihal area, Jammu region. The identity of the slain terrorists has not been established yet.
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Two terrorists of the HM were killed in encounter at Gangda Akhal, Pirpanjal foothills, Kulgam area. Meanwhile, two terrorists were killed in an encounter in Banihal area, Jammu region. The identity of the slain terrorists has not been established yet.
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March - 24 
Security forces (SF), on March 24, killed two infiltrators on the Line of Control (LoC), in the Keri sector of Rajouri district. Recoveries made from the encounter-site included two AK rifles, five magazines, 1757 rounds of ammunition, a hand grenade, a radio set, Rupees 52,000 in Indian currency an
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Security forces (SF), on March 24, killed two infiltrators on the Line of Control (LoC), in the Keri sector of Rajouri district. Recoveries made from the encounter-site included two AK rifles, five magazines, 1757 rounds of ammunition, a hand grenade, a radio set, Rupees 52,000 in Indian currency and Rupees 21 in Pakistani currency.
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March - 25 
Two army personnel, including a Captain, were killed when unidentified terrorists attacked an army patrol party at Bafliaz in the Surankote area of Poonch district, on March 25. Even as the army personnel retaliated the terrorists escaped.
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Two army personnel, including a Captain, were killed when unidentified terrorists attacked an army patrol party at Bafliaz in the Surankote area of Poonch district, on March 25. Even as the army personnel retaliated the terrorists escaped.
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March - 26 
A Border Security Force personnel and a Village Defence Committee member were injured in an encounter with terrorists in Hasa Gali area of Reasi police district. However, the terrorists managed to escape from the incident site.
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A Border Security Force personnel and a Village Defence Committee member were injured in an encounter with terrorists in Hasa Gali area of Reasi police district. However, the terrorists managed to escape from the incident site.
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March - 27 
A terrorist was killed in an encounter at Jhalas village, Poonch district. An AK-47 rifle, two magazines, 60 rounds of ammunition and Rs 950 in Pakistani currency was recovered from the encounter-site. Separately, another terrorist, a resident of Gani, Mendhar sector, was arrested by SFs when he was
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A terrorist was killed in an encounter at Jhalas village, Poonch district. An AK-47 rifle, two magazines, 60 rounds of ammunition and Rs 950 in Pakistani currency was recovered from the encounter-site. Separately, another terrorist, a resident of Gani, Mendhar sector, was arrested by SFs when he was infiltrating into the Indian side of the Line of Control (LoC) after securing training in Pakistan. He was reported missing from his house since the past five months.
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March - 27 
Five persons, including an Army Major and three terrorists, were killed while two security force (SF) personnel and a terrorist were injured during an encounter at Dabbar Kayala village, Doda district, on March 27. The slain terrorists included a ‘launching commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM)
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Five persons, including an Army Major and three terrorists, were killed while two security force (SF) personnel and a terrorist were injured during an encounter at Dabbar Kayala village, Doda district, on March 27. The slain terrorists included a ‘launching commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) group. However, one terrorist who was injured during the encounter escapedd from the incident-site. Two houses in which the group had taken shelter were destroyed during the encounter. SFs recovered an AK-56 rifle with six magazines and 109 rounds of ammunition, two 12 bore guns, a Chinese pistol with a magazine and six rounds, two hand grenades, a wireless set and Rs 5,000 cash in Indian currency.
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March - 29 
In another incident, security forces killed a foreign mercenary at Marg Divar Basti in the Lolab valley of Kupwara district. In a separate encounter at Kupwara, SFs killed an unidentified terrorist in the Keerigam forest area of Tangdar, close to the Line of Control (LoC).
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In another incident, security forces killed a foreign mercenary at Marg Divar Basti in the Lolab valley of Kupwara district. In a separate encounter at Kupwara, SFs killed an unidentified terrorist in the Keerigam forest area of Tangdar, close to the Line of Control (LoC).
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March - 29 
Security forces (SFs) killed three terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) group, including a ‘deputy district commander’, during an encounter in the Kishtwar area of Doda district on March 29. According to official sources, the slain terrorists were operating in the mountain area of Nawapachi and
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Security forces (SFs) killed three terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) group, including a ‘deputy district commander’, during an encounter in the Kishtwar area of Doda district on March 29. According to official sources, the slain terrorists were operating in the mountain area of Nawapachi and surrounding areas for the past 18 months and were involved in a series of subversive activities across the hilly areas. Recoveries made from the encounter site included two AK-56 rifles, four magazines, 43 rounds of ammunition, a wireless set, two Improvised Explosive Devices (IED), literature of JeM and two kg explosive material.
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March - 30 
A group of unidentified terrorists attacked the residence of National Conference leader and Member of Parliament from Jammu-Poonch constituency, Choudhary Talib Hussain, at Fatehpur in the Rajouri district. The terrorists escaped following retaliatory firing by security force personnel posted at the
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A group of unidentified terrorists attacked the residence of National Conference leader and Member of Parliament from Jammu-Poonch constituency, Choudhary Talib Hussain, at Fatehpur in the Rajouri district. The terrorists escaped following retaliatory firing by security force personnel posted at the house. Talib Hussain was not present in the house at the time of attack.
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April - 4 
Unidentified terrorists attacked a police post guarding a minority community village in Anantnag district, south Kashmir, on April 4. The terrorists opened indiscriminate fire at the post guarding Devsar village, Kulgam police station-limits. However, the terrorists escaped after retaliatory firing
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Unidentified terrorists attacked a police post guarding a minority community village in Anantnag district, south Kashmir, on April 4. The terrorists opened indiscriminate fire at the post guarding Devsar village, Kulgam police station-limits. However, the terrorists escaped after retaliatory firing by police, official sources said, and added that there were no fatalities.
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April - 7 
Besides, at the Batmaloo bus stand in Srinagar, an SF personnel and two civilians were injured in an exchange of gunfire between a unit of the SFs and terrorists.
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Besides, at the Batmaloo bus stand in Srinagar, an SF personnel and two civilians were injured in an exchange of gunfire between a unit of the SFs and terrorists.
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April - 8 
According to official sources, a woman was killed and her one-and-a-half year-old daughter seriously injured during an exchange of fire between a group of unidentified terrorists and security force (SF) personnel, in Surankote, Poonch district, on April 8. However, the terrorists escaped from the in
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According to official sources, a woman was killed and her one-and-a-half year-old daughter seriously injured during an exchange of fire between a group of unidentified terrorists and security force (SF) personnel, in Surankote, Poonch district, on April 8. However, the terrorists escaped from the incident site.
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April - 9 
Two foreign mercenaries, including a ‘deputy area commander’ of the Al Badr outfit, were killed in an encounter at Lower Kot village, Chingus area of Rajouri district, on April 9. However, at least three other terrorists of the group escaped from the incident-site. A security force (SF) personnel an
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Two foreign mercenaries, including a ‘deputy area commander’ of the Al Badr outfit, were killed in an encounter at Lower Kot village, Chingus area of Rajouri district, on April 9. However, at least three other terrorists of the group escaped from the incident-site. A security force (SF) personnel and a civilian were injured the exchange of firing. An AK-47 rifle, a .303 rifle, an AK magazine, 17 rounds of ammunition, a hand grenade and a radio set were recovered from the encounter-site.
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April - 11 
Separately, terrorists attacked the Ind police post in Gool area in Ramban police district on April 11-night. Simultaneously, a police picket at Bhim Mandir in Gool was also fired upon by the terrorists with automatic weapons. Reports added that Security force (SF) personnel from both the pickets re
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Separately, terrorists attacked the Ind police post in Gool area in Ramban police district on April 11-night. Simultaneously, a police picket at Bhim Mandir in Gool was also fired upon by the terrorists with automatic weapons. Reports added that Security force (SF) personnel from both the pickets retaliated. After an hour-long exchange of fire, terrorists escaped. There was no report of any casualty.
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April - 20 
Media reports said 11 terrorists, including nine infiltrators, and a Special Police Officer (SPO) were killed in separate incidents across Poonch and Doda districts, on April 20. The security forces (SFs) foiled a major infiltration attempt on the Line of Control (LoC) in Nar village, Balnoi are
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Media reports said 11 terrorists, including nine infiltrators, and a Special Police Officer (SPO) were killed in separate incidents across Poonch and Doda districts, on April 20. The security forces (SFs) foiled a major infiltration attempt on the Line of Control (LoC) in Nar village, Balnoi area of Mendhar sector, Poonch district. Nine Pakistani infiltrators were killed during the operation, official sources said. They added that, even as the SFs challenged the terrorists, Pakistani troops opened firing on forward Indian positions to provide cover to the infiltrators. Three AK rifles, two pistols, three wireless sets and an unspecified quantity of ammunition and explosive material were recovered from the incident-site. The slain infiltrators belonged to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT).
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April - 25 
According to official sources, two unidentified terrorists conducted a suicide attack on the Sector-11 headquarters of the Border Security Force (BSF) at Madar in the Bandipore area of Baramulla district on April 25 and killed three BSF personnel. Later, both the terrorists and a civilian were kille
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According to official sources, two unidentified terrorists conducted a suicide attack on the Sector-11 headquarters of the Border Security Force (BSF) at Madar in the Bandipore area of Baramulla district on April 25 and killed three BSF personnel. Later, both the terrorists and a civilian were killed in retaliatory firing. However, a third terrorist is believed to have escaped from the incident site. Sources added that four more BSF personnel and three civilians sustained injuries in this attack. No terrorist group has claimed responsibility for the attack thus far. Earlier, terrorists attacked a small contingent of security forces (SFs) at Sumlar in the Bandipore area and killed two SF personnel. Even as security forces retaliated, the terrorists managed to escape from the incident site.
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April - 26 
A group of fidayeen (suicide terrorists) attacked the local station of All India Radio in Srinagar on April 26. Three terrorists and two security force (SF) personnel were killed and eight others injured in the encounter that ensued. According to official sources, the incident took place when an exp
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A group of fidayeen (suicide terrorists) attacked the local station of All India Radio in Srinagar on April 26. Three terrorists and two security force (SF) personnel were killed and eight others injured in the encounter that ensued. According to official sources, the incident took place when an explosive-laden car drove to the gate of the heavily barricaded station and exploded, apparently triggered by remote control. The driver and a SF personnel nearby were killed instantly. Two terrorists, who reportedly got off the car a safe distance away and took shelter in a mosque nearby, hurled grenades and began firing from automatic rifles. The SF personnel guarding the complex, which also houses the Doordarshan Kendra, returned the fire. The Quick Reaction Team of the Border Security Force (BSF) rushed to the spot and encircled the two terrorists who had come out of the mosque. The two terrorists were killed in the encounter. Later, a spokesperson of the, Al-Madeena Regiment called up a local news agency and claimed responsibility for the attack. The outfit also claimed responsibility for the suicide attack on BSF headquarters at Bandipora on April 25. Condemning the attack, the Chief Minister, Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, said by stepping up violence, especially when the peace process has been initiated, the terrorists and their mentors had demonstrated their obvious designs to thwart restoration of normalcy. He said, "it is our solemn pledge to the people to restore peace with dignity in the State and we would continue to work for it with the people's support".
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April - 27 
SF personnel launched an operation to flush out terrorists in the Lagota forest area of Doda district on the intervening night of April 27 and 28 after receipt of specific information regarding presence of terrorists in the area. Even as the SFs were cordoning off the forest area, some terrorists, w
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SF personnel launched an operation to flush out terrorists in the Lagota forest area of Doda district on the intervening night of April 27 and 28 after receipt of specific information regarding presence of terrorists in the area. Even as the SFs were cordoning off the forest area, some terrorists, who were hiding in a cave, reportedly opened indiscriminate firing. In the ensuing encounter, three Pakistani cadres of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) group were killed. Two AK-47 rifles, three magazines, 50 rounds of ammunition, three hand grenades, three pouches and a wireless set were recovered from the incident site.
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April - 28 
Reports from Rajouri district said that a group of terrorists opened fire on a police party near the Shahdara Sharief shrine. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported. The terrorists escaped after retaliatory firing by the police personnel.
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Reports from Rajouri district said that a group of terrorists opened fire on a police party near the Shahdara Sharief shrine. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported. The terrorists escaped after retaliatory firing by the police personnel.
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April - 29 
In an encounter at village Nalla in the Bharat area of Doda district on April 29, 13 terrorists, including nine foreign mercenaries, six security force (SF) personnel and a civilian were killed while three SF personnel and four members of a family were injured. According to official sources, SF pers
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In an encounter at village Nalla in the Bharat area of Doda district on April 29, 13 terrorists, including nine foreign mercenaries, six security force (SF) personnel and a civilian were killed while three SF personnel and four members of a family were injured. According to official sources, SF personnel launched a search operation in Nalla after securing information that a large group of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were holding a meeting in four houses in the area in connection with the ‘handing over of charge’ by Hizb ‘area commander’ Majid Hussain, who had completed his two year ‘tenure’ in the district. As the SFs were in the process of surrounding the houses, the terrorists commenced firing with Rocket Projectile Gun (RPG) and AK-47 rifles. In the ensuing encounter, all 13 terrorists, including the ‘area commander’ were killed. One RPG, five AK-47 rifles, a pistol, one wireless set, eight AK magazines, 250 rounds of ammunition and 10 hand grenades were recovered from the encounter site.
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May - 1 
According to official sources in south Kashmir, a couple of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists launched an attack on the headquarters of Border Security Force (BSF) at Tral in the Pulwama district on May 1 and made an attempt to storm the paramilitary formation. However, in the ensuing encounter, whi
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According to official sources in south Kashmir, a couple of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists launched an attack on the headquarters of Border Security Force (BSF) at Tral in the Pulwama district on May 1 and made an attempt to storm the paramilitary formation. However, in the ensuing encounter, while one terrorist was killed his accomplice managed to escape.
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May - 2 
Security forces (SFs) on May 2 killed two front ranking foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group during an encounter at village Kalali Morha in the Surankote area of Poonch district. The slain terrorists included Abu Wasid, a ‘deputy divisional commander’ for Surankote. However, two ot
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Security forces (SFs) on May 2 killed two front ranking foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group during an encounter at village Kalali Morha in the Surankote area of Poonch district. The slain terrorists included Abu Wasid, a ‘deputy divisional commander’ for Surankote. However, two other terrorists managed to escape from the encounter site. Two AK-47 rifles, three magazines, a wireless set and two hand grenades were recovered from the incident site.
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May - 3 
A foreign mercenary affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), identified as Abu Hanzala, was killed during an encounter at Zachaldara in the Handwara area on May 3.
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A foreign mercenary affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), identified as Abu Hanzala, was killed during an encounter at Zachaldara in the Handwara area on May 3.
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May - 4 
A police personnel was injured as a group of unidentified terrorists lobbed grenades and attacked the Banihal police station. Consequent to retaliatory firing by the police, the terrorists escaped from the incident site.
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A police personnel was injured as a group of unidentified terrorists lobbed grenades and attacked the Banihal police station. Consequent to retaliatory firing by the police, the terrorists escaped from the incident site.
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May - 4 
Another terrorist was shot dead during an encounter at village Khazamola under Koteranka police station’s jurisdiction in Rajouri district. One AK rifle and two magazines were recovered from him.
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Another terrorist was shot dead during an encounter at village Khazamola under Koteranka police station’s jurisdiction in Rajouri district. One AK rifle and two magazines were recovered from him.
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May - 4 
Three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists were killed in an encounter at Beerwah in the central Kashmir district of Budgam on May 4. A large cache of arms and ammunition, including three AK rifles, were recovered from the incident site.
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Three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists were killed in an encounter at Beerwah in the central Kashmir district of Budgam on May 4. A large cache of arms and ammunition, including three AK rifles, were recovered from the incident site.
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May - 4 
Three more LeT terrorists were killed during an encounter at village Manyali in the Azmatabad area of Rajouri district. However, one terrorist managed to escape from the incident site. Security forces also killed a LeT terrorist in an encounter at village Bawan in north Kashmir.
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Three more LeT terrorists were killed during an encounter at village Manyali in the Azmatabad area of Rajouri district. However, one terrorist managed to escape from the incident site. Security forces also killed a LeT terrorist in an encounter at village Bawan in north Kashmir.
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May - 5 
According to official sources in south Kashmir, two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were killed and two persons injured in an encounter that ensued after security forces destroyed a hideout at Srandoo village in Kulgam.
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According to official sources in south Kashmir, two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were killed and two persons injured in an encounter that ensued after security forces destroyed a hideout at Srandoo village in Kulgam.
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May - 5 
Security forces killed two unidentified terrorists at village Chowkian Mehra in the Kot Darha area of Rajouri district. However, another terrorist managed to escape during the encounter. Two AK rifles and a wireless set were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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Security forces killed two unidentified terrorists at village Chowkian Mehra in the Kot Darha area of Rajouri district. However, another terrorist managed to escape during the encounter. Two AK rifles and a wireless set were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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May - 6 
A ‘district commander’ of the Harkat-ul-Jehadi-e-Islami (HuJI) was killed during an encounter at village Marha in the Hill Kaka area of Poonch district. One AK-56 rifle, four magazines, 106 rounds, a wireless set and two hand grenades were recovered from him. At Sukh Sarai in the Shopian area of Pul
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A ‘district commander’ of the Harkat-ul-Jehadi-e-Islami (HuJI) was killed during an encounter at village Marha in the Hill Kaka area of Poonch district. One AK-56 rifle, four magazines, 106 rounds, a wireless set and two hand grenades were recovered from him. At Sukh Sarai in the Shopian area of Pulwama district, one more HuJI terrorist was killed in an encounter. Separately, SF personnel in an operation at Dara Sangla in the Surankote area of Poonch district killed two more terrorists. Two AK rifles, one wireless set, one pistol with one magazine, four hand grenades, three diaries and some code sheets were recovered from the encounter site.
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May - 6 
According to official sources, an Army Major was killed in an ambush laid by unidentified terrorists at Kamran Gali in the Nadian area of Rajouri district on May 6. He was reportedly leading an army patrol party following information about the movement of some terrorists in the area. Even as securit
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According to official sources, an Army Major was killed in an ambush laid by unidentified terrorists at Kamran Gali in the Nadian area of Rajouri district on May 6. He was reportedly leading an army patrol party following information about the movement of some terrorists in the area. Even as security forces (SFs) retaliated, the terrorists managed to escape from the incident site.
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May - 6 
security forces killed three Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists, including a ‘deputy district commander’, during an encounter at village Jalla Silligam in the Neel area of Doda district on May 6. Three AK rifles along with an unspecified quantity of ammunition and explosives were recovered from the
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security forces killed three Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists, including a ‘deputy district commander’, during an encounter at village Jalla Silligam in the Neel area of Doda district on May 6. Three AK rifles along with an unspecified quantity of ammunition and explosives were recovered from the incident site. According to official sources, the Paploo group of HM provided information regarding the presence of these terrorists. The Paploo group reportedly wanted to avenge the killings of their cadres a few days back in the Neel area as they suspected that a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) source had tipped off the army on the HM hideout. "Over past few days, an intense fighting has been going on between the two outfits with both groups leaking specific information to army on the presence of the other group’s cadre especially in Doda district", an unnamed official was quoted as saying in a media report.
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May - 6 
Unidentified terrorists set ablaze eight houses in the Marha village of Hill Kaka area in Poonch. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported from in this incident. Terrorists fired upon a patrol party of the Indian Reserve Police (IRP) at Shahdara Sharief in Rajouri district. After retaliator
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Unidentified terrorists set ablaze eight houses in the Marha village of Hill Kaka area in Poonch. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported from in this incident. Terrorists fired upon a patrol party of the Indian Reserve Police (IRP) at Shahdara Sharief in Rajouri district. After retaliatory firing the terrorists escaped from the incident site and no casualties were reported on either side.
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May - 7 
At Hari Warnun in the Khansahib-Beerwah belt of upper Budgam district, SF personnel killed one Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist during an encounter at a hideout. However, four of his associates managed to escape from the incident site.
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At Hari Warnun in the Khansahib-Beerwah belt of upper Budgam district, SF personnel killed one Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist during an encounter at a hideout. However, four of his associates managed to escape from the incident site.
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May - 7 
Three security force (SF) personnel, including an Army Captain, and five terrorists were killed during an encounter at the Yusmarg foothills of Pir Panjal mountain range on May 7. According to official sources, SFs conducted an operation on the basis of intelligence inputs from Poonch area in the Yu
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Three security force (SF) personnel, including an Army Captain, and five terrorists were killed during an encounter at the Yusmarg foothills of Pir Panjal mountain range on May 7. According to official sources, SFs conducted an operation on the basis of intelligence inputs from Poonch area in the Yusmarg foothills in Shopian-Chrar-e-Sharif belt of south Kashmir. According to the inputs, a large group of infiltrators were on their way to Budgam and Pulwama districts when they were intercepted at Chor Gali and Gagaryan. The encounter was continuing till last reports came in as eight to ten members of the infiltrating group had managed to escape. The slain terrorists are suspected to be Pakistani cadres of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group.
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May - 7 
Two Pakistani cadres of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), including a ‘district commander’, were killed during an encounter at Chhampora village in the Vilgam forest area of Kupwara district.
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Two Pakistani cadres of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), including a ‘district commander’, were killed during an encounter at Chhampora village in the Vilgam forest area of Kupwara district.
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May - 8 
Two suspected foreign mercenaries were killed during an encounter near Dakipora in the Lolab valley of Kupwara district on May 8.
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Two suspected foreign mercenaries were killed during an encounter near Dakipora in the Lolab valley of Kupwara district on May 8.
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May - 9 
In another incident, terrorists lobbed grenades and opened heavy firing on a police post at Roulka village in Bani area, Kathua on May 9-night. SFs retaliated and the encounter continued for two hours. Terrorists, however, managed to escape. No casualties or damage was reported.
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In another incident, terrorists lobbed grenades and opened heavy firing on a police post at Roulka village in Bani area, Kathua on May 9-night. SFs retaliated and the encounter continued for two hours. Terrorists, however, managed to escape. No casualties or damage was reported.
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May - 10 
Another terrorist was killed during an encounter in Langar forest area near Taryath village, Rajouri district. One AK rifle was recovered from the slain terrorist whose identity is yet to be established.
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Another terrorist was killed during an encounter in Langar forest area near Taryath village, Rajouri district. One AK rifle was recovered from the slain terrorist whose identity is yet to be established.
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May - 10 
Three terrorists, including a ‘deputy district commander’ of the Al-Badr outfit, Abdul Hakeem Dukhia, were killed in separate incidents in Jammu and Kashmir on May 10. Official sources said security forces (SF) raided Hasiot village under the Thanna Mandi police station-limits, Poonch district after
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Three terrorists, including a ‘deputy district commander’ of the Al-Badr outfit, Abdul Hakeem Dukhia, were killed in separate incidents in Jammu and Kashmir on May 10. Official sources said security forces (SF) raided Hasiot village under the Thanna Mandi police station-limits, Poonch district after local people tipped off on the presence of Dukhia in a hideout. SFs encircled the hideout and in the ensuing encounter Dukhia and one of his bodyguards were killed. Two AK-47 rifles, four magazines, two hand grenades, one wireless set and some ammunition was recovered from the scene of encounter.
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May - 11 
A security force (SF) personnel was killed during an encounter in Sangla forests in the Surankote area of Poonch district. However, the terrorists, numbering between seven to nine, escaped from the incident site. In another encounter that occurred at village Manti in Surankote, a civilian was killed
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A security force (SF) personnel was killed during an encounter in Sangla forests in the Surankote area of Poonch district. However, the terrorists, numbering between seven to nine, escaped from the incident site. In another encounter that occurred at village Manti in Surankote, a civilian was killed in the exchange of firing. Separately, unidentified terrorists killed a civilian and injured his sister at Khiram.
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May - 11 
In another incident, SF personnel killed two foreign mercenaries of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) outfit in an encounter at village Rathal Bata in Surankote, Poonch district. Two AK rifles and some ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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In another incident, SF personnel killed two foreign mercenaries of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) outfit in an encounter at village Rathal Bata in Surankote, Poonch district. Two AK rifles and some ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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May - 12 
Terrorists made an unsuccessful attempt to loot cash worth over Rupees 10 million from the Jammu and Kashmir Bank, near Mohammadiya High School at Shopian town in the Pulwama district of south Kashmir. However, two SF personnel were killed in the ensuing encounter. The terrorists, numbering six, man
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Terrorists made an unsuccessful attempt to loot cash worth over Rupees 10 million from the Jammu and Kashmir Bank, near Mohammadiya High School at Shopian town in the Pulwama district of south Kashmir. However, two SF personnel were killed in the ensuing encounter. The terrorists, numbering six, managed to escape with two of their injured colleagues. Unconfirmed reports have indicated that the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) carried out the attack.
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May - 12 
Two security force (SF) personnel were killed and seven persons, including three civilians, sustained injuries when three unidentified terrorists in Police uniform lobbed hand grenades and opened indiscriminate gunfire on military and paramilitary personnel, in front of the State Bank of India (SBI)
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Two security force (SF) personnel were killed and seven persons, including three civilians, sustained injuries when three unidentified terrorists in Police uniform lobbed hand grenades and opened indiscriminate gunfire on military and paramilitary personnel, in front of the State Bank of India (SBI) building, in the main market of Kupwara town on May 12. In retaliatory firing by the SFs, while one terrorist was killed, his associates managed to escape. Media reports have indicated that the Al-Nasireen has claimed responsibility for the attack.
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May - 13 
A group of terrorists, taking students as hostage, ambushed an army patrol from inside the Government Middle School at Manyala in the Thanamandi area of Rajouri district. One SF personnel was killed while four others sustained injuries in this incident. The terrorists managed to escape after the amb
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A group of terrorists, taking students as hostage, ambushed an army patrol from inside the Government Middle School at Manyala in the Thanamandi area of Rajouri district. One SF personnel was killed while four others sustained injuries in this incident. The terrorists managed to escape after the ambush. Separately, one more SF personnel were killed and two others injured in an encounter at village Sangiot in the Mendhar area of Poonch district. The encounter was continuing till last reports came in as a group of five to seven terrorists were still holed up in the area.
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May - 13 
One Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist was killed during an encounter at Dhanau Kandi Marg in Kulgam. However, his accomplice managed to escape.
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One Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist was killed during an encounter at Dhanau Kandi Marg in Kulgam. However, his accomplice managed to escape.
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May - 14 
A security force (SF) personnel and a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist was killed and another SF personnel was injured during an encounter that occurred after the SF convoy was attacked at village Chandyal in the Poonch district on May 14. An AK rifle, a magazine and some ammunition were recovered fr
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A security force (SF) personnel and a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist was killed and another SF personnel was injured during an encounter that occurred after the SF convoy was attacked at village Chandyal in the Poonch district on May 14. An AK rifle, a magazine and some ammunition were recovered from the incident-site. However, other terrorists of the group managed to escape during the encounter.
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May - 14 
Further, two foreign mercenaries were killed during an encounter at Sewer in the Lolab valley of Kupwara district.
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Further, two foreign mercenaries were killed during an encounter at Sewer in the Lolab valley of Kupwara district.
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May - 15 
Four persons, including two terrorists, a Special Police Officer (SPO) and a civilian, were killed during an encounter at Banyali in the Mendhar area of Poonch district on the same day. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the encounter site. Official sources s
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Four persons, including two terrorists, a Special Police Officer (SPO) and a civilian, were killed during an encounter at Banyali in the Mendhar area of Poonch district on the same day. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the encounter site. Official sources said that the encounter was continuing as at least three more terrorists were still trapped in the area.
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May - 16 
A fidayeen (suicide terrorist), who had escaped from the Poonch town on May 15 after killing a security force (SF) personnel near the airfield, was killed during an encounter near Betar nullah on May 16. He has been identified as Ghulam Hassan Haider alias Abu Bakar, a Pakistani affiliated to the La
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A fidayeen (suicide terrorist), who had escaped from the Poonch town on May 15 after killing a security force (SF) personnel near the airfield, was killed during an encounter near Betar nullah on May 16. He has been identified as Ghulam Hassan Haider alias Abu Bakar, a Pakistani affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group. One AK rifle, five magazines, four hand grenades, a pouch and Rupees 920 in Indian currency were recovered from him.
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May - 16 
Official sources in north Kashmir said that one SF personnel was killed and two others sustained injuries during an encounter at Shoga Baba Saheb in the Bandipore forest area. However, the terrorists escaped from the incident site.
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Official sources in north Kashmir said that one SF personnel was killed and two others sustained injuries during an encounter at Shoga Baba Saheb in the Bandipore forest area. However, the terrorists escaped from the incident site.
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May - 16 
One unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter that ensued after a cordon-and-search operation in the Ichhama village of Beerwah area in Budgam district.
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One unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter that ensued after a cordon-and-search operation in the Ichhama village of Beerwah area in Budgam district.
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May - 16 
Reports from Udhampur district have indicated that one SF personnel was killed and another injured during an encounter in Mahore. However, the terrorists, reportedly numbering between five to seven, managed to escape during the gun-battle.
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Reports from Udhampur district have indicated that one SF personnel was killed and another injured during an encounter in Mahore. However, the terrorists, reportedly numbering between five to seven, managed to escape during the gun-battle.
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May - 16 
Two foreign mercenaries and one SF personnel were killed in an encounter at village Hayatpura in the Rajouri district on May 16. The slain terrorists have been identified as Zulfikar Ali, a ‘district commander’ and Khurshid Ahmed, a ‘tehsil commander’ of the LeT. Two AK rifles and some ammunition we
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Two foreign mercenaries and one SF personnel were killed in an encounter at village Hayatpura in the Rajouri district on May 16. The slain terrorists have been identified as Zulfikar Ali, a ‘district commander’ and Khurshid Ahmed, a ‘tehsil commander’ of the LeT. Two AK rifles and some ammunition were recovered from their possession.
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May - 17 
Security forces (SFs) killed three terrorists, including two foreign mercenaries, in the Noorkot forests under Chingus police post, during an encounter. Three SF personnel were injured during this incident. Recoveries made from encounter site included three AK-47 rifles, 13 magazines, 158 rounds of
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Security forces (SFs) killed three terrorists, including two foreign mercenaries, in the Noorkot forests under Chingus police post, during an encounter. Three SF personnel were injured during this incident. Recoveries made from encounter site included three AK-47 rifles, 13 magazines, 158 rounds of ammunition, seven hand grenades, three Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) and two radio sets. The slain foreign mercenaries were reportedly affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group.
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May - 18 
Border Security Force (BSF) personnel killed two foreign mercenaries affiliated to the Al Badr group during an encounter at Koteranka in the Rajouri district on May 18. Two AK rifles, eight magazines, 40 rounds of ammunition, five hand grenades and two wireless sets were recovered from their possess
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Border Security Force (BSF) personnel killed two foreign mercenaries affiliated to the Al Badr group during an encounter at Koteranka in the Rajouri district on May 18. Two AK rifles, eight magazines, 40 rounds of ammunition, five hand grenades and two wireless sets were recovered from their possession. However, at least three more terrorists of the group managed to escape from the encounter site. Separately, one unidentified terrorist was killed during an encounter that ensued after a cordon-and-search operation at Dardpora in the Lolab valley of Kupwara district. One AK rifle, one compass and a wireless set were recovered from his possession.
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May - 19 
A woman was killed during exchange of firing between security forces and unidentified terrorists at village Koti in the Bani area of Kathua district. In a separate incident, a police personnel was killed in a terrorist ambush near his residence at Gauripora in the Awantipore area.
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A woman was killed during exchange of firing between security forces and unidentified terrorists at village Koti in the Bani area of Kathua district. In a separate incident, a police personnel was killed in a terrorist ambush near his residence at Gauripora in the Awantipore area.
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May - 19 
Three Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were killed during an encounter in the Kokernag area of Anantnag district. Separately, security forces shot dead two Pakistani terrorists during an encounter at Ganjore forests in the Mahore area of Udhampur district. Recoveries made from their possession inc
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Three Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were killed during an encounter in the Kokernag area of Anantnag district. Separately, security forces shot dead two Pakistani terrorists during an encounter at Ganjore forests in the Mahore area of Udhampur district. Recoveries made from their possession included two AK-47 rifles, nine magazines, 266 AK ammunition, three hand grenades, one knife, two pouches, two diaries, a wireless set, Rupees 1,000 in Indian currency and Rupees 10 in Pakistan currency.
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May - 19 
Two security force (SF) personnel and a civilian were killed as unidentified terrorists ambushed a joint patrol party of the army and police at village Chamror in the Surankote area of Poonch district. The terrorists, reportedly numbering between eight to ten, escaped after retaliatory firing by SF
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Two security force (SF) personnel and a civilian were killed as unidentified terrorists ambushed a joint patrol party of the army and police at village Chamror in the Surankote area of Poonch district. The terrorists, reportedly numbering between eight to ten, escaped after retaliatory firing by SF re-enforcement.
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May - 20 
In another incident, terrorists attacked the Bhaderwah police station in Doda district with grenades. Consequent to retaliatory firing by the police personnel, the terrorists escaped from the incident site. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported. In a separate attack, terrorists detonated
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In another incident, terrorists attacked the Bhaderwah police station in Doda district with grenades. Consequent to retaliatory firing by the police personnel, the terrorists escaped from the incident site. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported. In a separate attack, terrorists detonated an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at Kulangam in the Kupwara district when some Army vehicles were moving on the road. However, the blast missed the intended target causing no loss of life or damage.
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May - 21 
During another operation, SFs killed two suspected foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group at Seri Khwaja in the Surankote area of Poonch district. A police personnel was also injured in the operation. Two AK rifles and some ammunition were recovered from their possession. At Badroo Y
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During another operation, SFs killed two suspected foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group at Seri Khwaja in the Surankote area of Poonch district. A police personnel was also injured in the operation. Two AK rifles and some ammunition were recovered from their possession. At Badroo Yaripoora in the Qazigund-Kulgam area, SF personnel killed a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) cadre during an encounter.
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May - 21 
SF personnel killed three ‘commanders’ of the Harkat-ul-Jehadi-e-Islami (HuJI) outfit during an encounter at Sangiot, about two kilometers from Darhal in the Rajouri district. Recoveries made from the encounter site included three AK-47 and AK-56 rifles, three wireless set, eight hand grenades, eigh
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SF personnel killed three ‘commanders’ of the Harkat-ul-Jehadi-e-Islami (HuJI) outfit during an encounter at Sangiot, about two kilometers from Darhal in the Rajouri district. Recoveries made from the encounter site included three AK-47 and AK-56 rifles, three wireless set, eight hand grenades, eight magazines, 160 AK rounds, three pouches and six blankets.
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May - 21 
SF personnel killed two more terrorists at Seri Chowala in the Mandi sector of Poonch district taking the death toll in the encounter, which commenced on May 21, to four. Three AK-56 rifles, one AK-47 rifle, eight AK magazines, two wireless set, 160 AK rounds, some eatables and medicines were recove
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SF personnel killed two more terrorists at Seri Chowala in the Mandi sector of Poonch district taking the death toll in the encounter, which commenced on May 21, to four. Three AK-56 rifles, one AK-47 rifle, eight AK magazines, two wireless set, 160 AK rounds, some eatables and medicines were recovered from the incident site. In addition, a letterhead and a diary of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit were also recovered from the site, indicating the slain terrorists’ affiliation with the outfit.
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May - 22 
Security forces (SFs) foiled a major infiltration attempt on May 22 by killing 12 terrorists near the Line of Control (LoC) in Nowgam sector of Handwara in north Kashmir. Official sources said that, on the basis of radio intercepts and field inputs, SF personnel laid an ambush in a forward area betw
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Security forces (SFs) foiled a major infiltration attempt on May 22 by killing 12 terrorists near the Line of Control (LoC) in Nowgam sector of Handwara in north Kashmir. Official sources said that, on the basis of radio intercepts and field inputs, SF personnel laid an ambush in a forward area between Eagle Post and Tootmari Gali in the Nowgam sector. In the ensuing encounter, while 12 infiltrators were killed, an unspecified number of them reportedly escaped. The operation was continuing till last reports came in.
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May - 23 
In another incident, a Pakistani terrorist of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) was killed in an encounter, during a raid on a terrorist hideout, at Kellora Malik Gund in Shopian area, Pulwama district.
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In another incident, a Pakistani terrorist of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) was killed in an encounter, during a raid on a terrorist hideout, at Kellora Malik Gund in Shopian area, Pulwama district.
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May - 23 
Two Pakistani terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) were killed in an encounter at Sangpura village under the Chingus police station-limits, Rajouri district on May 23. The encounter took place when security forces (SFs), on a tip off about the movement of six terrorists, carried out a search ope
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Two Pakistani terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) were killed in an encounter at Sangpura village under the Chingus police station-limits, Rajouri district on May 23. The encounter took place when security forces (SFs), on a tip off about the movement of six terrorists, carried out a search operation in the village. After an encounter, which lasted for four hours, two terrorists were killed while the four others managed to escape. Recoveries made from the encounter site included two AK-56 rifles with five magazines and 124 rounds, one pistol with two magazines and 14 rounds, two pouches and Rs 1,000 cash in Indian currency.
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May - 25 
A civilian was killed in the crossfire between security forces (SFs) and terrorists at village Kungwattan in the south Kashmir district of Anantnag.
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A civilian was killed in the crossfire between security forces (SFs) and terrorists at village Kungwattan in the south Kashmir district of Anantnag.
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May - 25 
Two terrorists were killed and a Special Police Officer (SPO) was injured during an encounter at village Ban Jabran in the Surankote area of Poonch district. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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Two terrorists were killed and a Special Police Officer (SPO) was injured during an encounter at village Ban Jabran in the Surankote area of Poonch district. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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May - 26 
Reports from Poonch district have indicated that security forces (SFs) killed three more terrorists at village Ban Jabran in the Surankote area while a Special Police Officer (SPO), who was injured in the operation overnight, succumbed to his injuries on May 26. As reported earlier, on May 25, SF pe
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Reports from Poonch district have indicated that security forces (SFs) killed three more terrorists at village Ban Jabran in the Surankote area while a Special Police Officer (SPO), who was injured in the operation overnight, succumbed to his injuries on May 26. As reported earlier, on May 25, SF personnel had killed two terrorists while their three associates had managed to escape into the adjacent forests. While two of the slain terrorists were reportedly foreign mercenaries the third one was a local. Three AK rifles with some ammunition and two wireless sets were recovered from their possession.
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May - 27 
Three terrorists were killed during an encounter at Tilpathri in the Kupwara district. However, an unspecified number of their associates managed to escape from the encounter site. In a separate encounter, a Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) terrorist was killed at Largam in the Shopian area of Pulwama dis
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Three terrorists were killed during an encounter at Tilpathri in the Kupwara district. However, an unspecified number of their associates managed to escape from the encounter site. In a separate encounter, a Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) terrorist was killed at Largam in the Shopian area of Pulwama district. Further, one unidentified terrorist was killed in the Mahore area of Udhampur district and an AK rifle, three magazines and a hand grenade were recovered from his possession. Another encounter occurred between unidentified terrorists and Border Security Force (BSF) personnel near a paramilitary formation in the Tral area of Pulwama. However, the terrorists managed to escape unhurt.
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May - 28 
In another encounter, SF personnel killed two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists in the hilly area of Tharal in Udhampur district. Two AK-56 rifles, four magazines, four grenades and a tape recorder were recovered from the incident site. Separately, two more terrorists were killed in an encounter in
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In another encounter, SF personnel killed two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists in the hilly area of Tharal in Udhampur district. Two AK-56 rifles, four magazines, four grenades and a tape recorder were recovered from the incident site. Separately, two more terrorists were killed in an encounter in the Sunderbani sector of Rajouri district.
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May - 28 
Reports from north Kashmir have indicated that a security force personnel was killed and two other persons sustained injuries during an encounter with unidentified terrorists at Dangiwacha in the Rafiabad locality of Baramulla district.
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Reports from north Kashmir have indicated that a security force personnel was killed and two other persons sustained injuries during an encounter with unidentified terrorists at Dangiwacha in the Rafiabad locality of Baramulla district.
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May - 28 
Security forces (SFs) on May 28 foiled an infiltration attempt near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Shahpur Karnetian area of Poonch sector killing four Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists. A woman resident of Sathra sustained injuries during the cross firing. Three AK rifles, one pistol, five AK mag
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Security forces (SFs) on May 28 foiled an infiltration attempt near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Shahpur Karnetian area of Poonch sector killing four Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists. A woman resident of Sathra sustained injuries during the cross firing. Three AK rifles, one pistol, five AK magazines, two wireless sets and a box full of ammunition were recovered from the encounter site.
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May - 31 
A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist was killed by a team of Special Police Officers (SPO) at Warnal in the Sumbar area of Doda district. One SPO was injured during the encounter. One AK rifle, a binocular, two magazines and two hand grenades were recovered from the slain terrorist.
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A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist was killed by a team of Special Police Officers (SPO) at Warnal in the Sumbar area of Doda district. One SPO was injured during the encounter. One AK rifle, a binocular, two magazines and two hand grenades were recovered from the slain terrorist.
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May - 31 
According to official sources, unidentified terrorists set ablaze a house belonging to a civilian at village Bela Khwas in the Budhal area of Rajouri district on May 31. As the terrorists were escaping after torching the house, security forces intercepted them and in the subsequent encounter, two ci
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According to official sources, unidentified terrorists set ablaze a house belonging to a civilian at village Bela Khwas in the Budhal area of Rajouri district on May 31. As the terrorists were escaping after torching the house, security forces intercepted them and in the subsequent encounter, two civilians were killed and two others, including a child and a Special Police Officer (SPO), were injured. However, the terrorists, numbering between five to seven, managed to escape.
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May - 31 
Further in south Kashmir, terrorists fired upon a patrol party of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) 69 Battalion at the main market in Shopian town of Pulwama district. Two CRPF personnel sustained injuries during the attack. Even as the troops retaliated the terrorists escaped unhurt.
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Further in south Kashmir, terrorists fired upon a patrol party of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) 69 Battalion at the main market in Shopian town of Pulwama district. Two CRPF personnel sustained injuries during the attack. Even as the troops retaliated the terrorists escaped unhurt.
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May - 31 
In south Kashmir, terrorists fired upon a patrol party of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) 69 Battalion at the main market in Shopian town of Pulwama district. Two CRPF personnel sustained injuries during the attack. Even as the troops retaliated the terrorists escaped unhurt.
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In south Kashmir, terrorists fired upon a patrol party of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) 69 Battalion at the main market in Shopian town of Pulwama district. Two CRPF personnel sustained injuries during the attack. Even as the troops retaliated the terrorists escaped unhurt.
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May - 31 
Meanwhile, a group of terrorists abducted a civilian, Mohammed Sharief, from his residence at village Gounthal in the Surankote area of Poonch district. However, the terrorists were ambushed by a patrol party of security forces (SFs) at some distance ahead. In the ensuing encounter, Sharief and one
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Meanwhile, a group of terrorists abducted a civilian, Mohammed Sharief, from his residence at village Gounthal in the Surankote area of Poonch district. However, the terrorists were ambushed by a patrol party of security forces (SFs) at some distance ahead. In the ensuing encounter, Sharief and one terrorist were killed. A guide of the terrorists, identified as Mohammed Ilyas, reportedly surrendered before the SFs after the operation.
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May - 31 
Two terrorists and a civilian were killed while three SF personnel were injured during an encounter that ensued after a cordon-and-search operation at Nendwandpora in the Budgam area. One of the slain terrorists was identified as being affiliated to the Al-Badr Mujahideen.
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Two terrorists and a civilian were killed while three SF personnel were injured during an encounter that ensued after a cordon-and-search operation at Nendwandpora in the Budgam area. One of the slain terrorists was identified as being affiliated to the Al-Badr Mujahideen.
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June - 4 
Three Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists and a security force (SF) personnel were killed while three SF personnel, including a Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO), and a teenaged girl were injured during an encounter in the Surankote area of Poonch district on June 4. Official sources said that the enc
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Three Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists and a security force (SF) personnel were killed while three SF personnel, including a Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO), and a teenaged girl were injured during an encounter in the Surankote area of Poonch district on June 4. Official sources said that the encounter ensued after a search operation at Safeda Mohalla in the Hari Marhot area of Surankote. Three AK rifles, six magazines, a radio set, three radio antennas and one pouch were recovered from the incident site.
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June - 5 
Border Security Force (BSF) personnel foiled an infiltration attempt at the forward village of Mallu Chak in Samba sector by killing one of the infiltrators. However, three other terrorists escaped back to Pakistan after the exchange of firing. BSF sources have pointed out that the slain terrorist w
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Border Security Force (BSF) personnel foiled an infiltration attempt at the forward village of Mallu Chak in Samba sector by killing one of the infiltrators. However, three other terrorists escaped back to Pakistan after the exchange of firing. BSF sources have pointed out that the slain terrorist was acting as a guide for a group of three foreign mercenaries, who retrieved after encountering alert BSF personnel on the International Border.
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June - 5 
In an encounter that occurred between a group of terrorists and security forces (SFs) at village Kharpora Kokernag in south Kashmir on June 5, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘company commander’ Gulzar Ahmad Bhat alias Shaker was killed.
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In an encounter that occurred between a group of terrorists and security forces (SFs) at village Kharpora Kokernag in south Kashmir on June 5, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘company commander’ Gulzar Ahmad Bhat alias Shaker was killed.
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June - 6 
Unidentified terrorists attacked the police post at Khwas in the Budhal area of Rajouri district. Consequent to retaliatory firing by the police, the terrorists escaped. There were no reports of casualties on either side, said official sources.
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Unidentified terrorists attacked the police post at Khwas in the Budhal area of Rajouri district. Consequent to retaliatory firing by the police, the terrorists escaped. There were no reports of casualties on either side, said official sources.
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June - 7 
A surrendered terrorist was killed in an exchange of fire between terrorists and security forces (SFs) at Yatoosa-Panzullah, Baramulla district.
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A surrendered terrorist was killed in an exchange of fire between terrorists and security forces (SFs) at Yatoosa-Panzullah, Baramulla district.
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June - 7 
Official sources in south Kashmir have indicated that a large group of terrorists were holding a meeting in the Zainapora area of Shopian, Pulwama district on June 7. In response to a tip off, security force (SF) personnel raided a hideout at Hef Gund near Zainapora, and in the ensuing encounter, ei
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Official sources in south Kashmir have indicated that a large group of terrorists were holding a meeting in the Zainapora area of Shopian, Pulwama district on June 7. In response to a tip off, security force (SF) personnel raided a hideout at Hef Gund near Zainapora, and in the ensuing encounter, eight unidentified terrorists were killed. Three SF personnel sustained injuries during the encounter. SFs recovered eight AK-56 rifles, two wireless sets and an unspecified quantity of grenades and assorted ammunition from the encounter site. A massive combing operation was in progress in search of other terrorists of the group.
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June - 9 
One SF personnel was killed in an encounter with terrorists at village Arnora in the Ghat area of Doda district. The terrorists, however, escaped from the incident site. Another SF personnel was killed in an ambush laid by terrorists at Prachi Khari in the Banihal area of Doda.
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One SF personnel was killed in an encounter with terrorists at village Arnora in the Ghat area of Doda district. The terrorists, however, escaped from the incident site. Another SF personnel was killed in an ambush laid by terrorists at Prachi Khari in the Banihal area of Doda.
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June - 11 
A civilian was reportedly killed when he was caught in the crossfire between terrorists and SFs at Kot Pathri forests in the Udhampur district.
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A civilian was reportedly killed when he was caught in the crossfire between terrorists and SFs at Kot Pathri forests in the Udhampur district.
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June - 14 
Security forces (SFs) killed 10 hardcore Pakistani terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit during an encounter at Hari Safeda in the Surankote area of Poonch district on June 14. A police constable and a civilian were also killed in the incident. Official sources said that the encounter ensue
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Security forces (SFs) killed 10 hardcore Pakistani terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) outfit during an encounter at Hari Safeda in the Surankote area of Poonch district on June 14. A police constable and a civilian were also killed in the incident. Official sources said that the encounter ensued after SFs launched a search operation in Hari Safeda forests after securing information regarding movement of a large group of terrorists. Eight AK rifles, one Pika gun, a large quantity of AK and Pika ammunition, three wireless sets, 22 hand grenades, one Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL), eight UBGL grenades and some eatables and ration items were recovered from the encounter site.
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June - 17 
Unidentified terrorists opened fire on a security patrol at Sultan Mandav Behak in the Kokernag area of Anantnag district but no one was hurt. Even as the SF personnel retaliated, the terrorists escaped leaving behind 30 rounds of AK ammunition.
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Unidentified terrorists opened fire on a security patrol at Sultan Mandav Behak in the Kokernag area of Anantnag district but no one was hurt. Even as the SF personnel retaliated, the terrorists escaped leaving behind 30 rounds of AK ammunition.
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June - 18 
According to official sources, a group of at least six terrorists entered into village Jameri in the Mahore area of Udhampur district on June 18 and targeted houses of two Village Defence Committee (VDC) members, Nazir Ahmed and Abdul Aziz, setting them ablaze. Later, they opened firing on the inmat
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According to official sources, a group of at least six terrorists entered into village Jameri in the Mahore area of Udhampur district on June 18 and targeted houses of two Village Defence Committee (VDC) members, Nazir Ahmed and Abdul Aziz, setting them ablaze. Later, they opened firing on the inmates of the two houses killing a teenaged son of Ahmed and the son of another VDC member Jamaal Din. Consequent to retaliatory firing by VDC members, the terrorists, including two of them reportedly in an injured condition, escaped. According to official sources, the terrorists were affiliated to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit.
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June - 18 
Official sources in south Kashmir have indicated that, on specific information, SFs launched a cordon-and-search operation at Chilipora in the Shopian area of Pulwama district on June 18. In the subsequent encounter, while two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen terrorists and one SF personnel were killed, two SF pe
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Official sources in south Kashmir have indicated that, on specific information, SFs launched a cordon-and-search operation at Chilipora in the Shopian area of Pulwama district on June 18. In the subsequent encounter, while two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen terrorists and one SF personnel were killed, two SF personnel sustained injuries. Sources added that both the slain terrorists were responsible for a number of subversive acts and killings in the area, including the recent killing of a woman Special Police Officer (SPO).
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June - 20 
An Army Major was among three SF personnel injured when unidentified terrorists blew up an Army vehicle in the Mahore area of Udhampur district. Official sources said that the terrorists detonated an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) with a remote control when an Army vehicle was on its way from Dha
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An Army Major was among three SF personnel injured when unidentified terrorists blew up an Army vehicle in the Mahore area of Udhampur district. Official sources said that the terrorists detonated an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) with a remote control when an Army vehicle was on its way from Dharmari to Bagga in Mahore. Another report said that a group of terrorists attacked a Police post at Dhandli in Mahore with automatic weapons. Consequent to retaliatory firing by the police personnel, the terrorists escaped from the incident site. No loss of life on the either side was reported.
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June - 21 
An Assistant Commandant of the Border Security Force (BSF) was injured during an encounter with the terrorists at Kopra hill under the jurisdiction of Ramban police district, on June 21.
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An Assistant Commandant of the Border Security Force (BSF) was injured during an encounter with the terrorists at Kopra hill under the jurisdiction of Ramban police district, on June 21.
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June - 23 
At Gagal in the Lolab valley, two civilians were killed during an exchange of gunfire between terrorists and security forces. Three more civilians, including two women, sustained injuries in the shootout. All the terrorists of the group managed to escape.
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At Gagal in the Lolab valley, two civilians were killed during an exchange of gunfire between terrorists and security forces. Three more civilians, including two women, sustained injuries in the shootout. All the terrorists of the group managed to escape.
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June - 23 
Unidentified terrorists and security forces exchanged fire at Tral, Pulwama district, on June 23.
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Unidentified terrorists and security forces exchanged fire at Tral, Pulwama district, on June 23.
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June - 24 
Three persons, including a security force (SF) personnel, were killed in an encounter at Gagal forests area, Kupwara district, on June 24.
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Three persons, including a security force (SF) personnel, were killed in an encounter at Gagal forests area, Kupwara district, on June 24.
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June - 26 
Reports from south Kashmir said that, on specific information, SFs raided a terrorist hideout at Guddar village in Kulgam. However, a group of heavily armed terrorists present at the hideout opened fire and two Ikhwanis (counter-insurgents) were killed and another injured. In retaliatory firing, SFs
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Reports from south Kashmir said that, on specific information, SFs raided a terrorist hideout at Guddar village in Kulgam. However, a group of heavily armed terrorists present at the hideout opened fire and two Ikhwanis (counter-insurgents) were killed and another injured. In retaliatory firing, SFs killed two of the holed up terrorists affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Toiba.
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June - 27 
During another raid on a terrorist hideout at Rangar in the Damhal-Hanjipora area of Kulgam in south Kashmir, three residential houses were destroyed and three unidentified terrorists killed. One SF personnel was also killed and three persons, including a woman, sustained injuries.
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During another raid on a terrorist hideout at Rangar in the Damhal-Hanjipora area of Kulgam in south Kashmir, three residential houses were destroyed and three unidentified terrorists killed. One SF personnel was also killed and three persons, including a woman, sustained injuries.
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June - 27 
One SF personnel sustained injuries during an encounter at Kunan Poshpora in the Kupwara district.
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One SF personnel sustained injuries during an encounter at Kunan Poshpora in the Kupwara district.
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June - 27 
Reports from Central Kashmir have indicated that, on specific information, security forces (SFs) raided a terrorist hideout at Kandoora village on the Beerwah-Arizal road on June 27 and in the subsequent encounter, two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were killed. A civilian, who had been taken by
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Reports from Central Kashmir have indicated that, on specific information, security forces (SFs) raided a terrorist hideout at Kandoora village on the Beerwah-Arizal road on June 27 and in the subsequent encounter, two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were killed. A civilian, who had been taken by the SF personnel to identify the hideout, sustained injuries during the encounter. Two AK-56 rifles, a pistol and one wireless set were seized from the encounter site.
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June - 27 
Two Border Security Force (BSF) personnel sustained injuries in an encounter with unidentified terrorists at Zakura on the outskirts of the capital city of Srinagar.
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Two Border Security Force (BSF) personnel sustained injuries in an encounter with unidentified terrorists at Zakura on the outskirts of the capital city of Srinagar.
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June - 28 
A Pakistani infiltrator was shot dead by the Border Security Force (BSF) at Bobiyan post in the Hiranagar sector of Kathua district. Another intruder reportedly escaped during the exchange of firing, said BSF sources.
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A Pakistani infiltrator was shot dead by the Border Security Force (BSF) at Bobiyan post in the Hiranagar sector of Kathua district. Another intruder reportedly escaped during the exchange of firing, said BSF sources.
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June - 29 
According to official sources, security forces (SFs) launched a search operation on June 29 at village Laa Plangar in Thanamandi area of Rajouri district on a tip off regarding the presence of three terrorists in the area. However, the terrorists ambushed one of the army patrol party at village Ali
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According to official sources, security forces (SFs) launched a search operation on June 29 at village Laa Plangar in Thanamandi area of Rajouri district on a tip off regarding the presence of three terrorists in the area. However, the terrorists ambushed one of the army patrol party at village Ali Dhara killing Major Bhupinder Singh Khanduri and injuring two army personnel. SF personnel retaliated and later killed two terrorists, while another managed to escape, official sources added. The slain terrorists have been identified as Ghulam Mohd alias Hamza Rathore, a ‘deputy district commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen Pir Panjal Regiment (HMPPR) and Nizam-ul-Islam, both Pakistanis. Two AK rifles and six magazines were recovered from them.
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June - 29 
In yet another operation, SFs killed two terrorists, affiliated to the HMPPR outfit, at village Kansoli in the Mahore area of Udhampur district. He identified the slain militants as Mohd Abu Bakery and Mohd Jaan, both hardcore activists of HMPPR outfit. A civilian was reportedly injured in the excha
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In yet another operation, SFs killed two terrorists, affiliated to the HMPPR outfit, at village Kansoli in the Mahore area of Udhampur district. He identified the slain militants as Mohd Abu Bakery and Mohd Jaan, both hardcore activists of HMPPR outfit. A civilian was reportedly injured in the exchange of firing. Two AK rifles, some ammunition and explosive devices were recovered from the encounter site. Police in the Reasi area of the same district also destroyed a terrorist hideout after an encounter at Plasu nullah on the Arnas-Mahore road. Recoveries made from the hideout included two Improvised Explosive Devices (IED), an air pistol, two AK magazines, 50 rounds of ammunition, one 12 bore battery, one tape recorder and four detonators. However, terrorists, numbering two, managed to escape during the exchange of firing.
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June - 29 
Two unidentified terrorists attacked a police post at Narla Bambal under the jurisdiction of Dharamshal police station in Rajouri district on June 29. They also made an attempt to storm the police post and cause casualties among the police personnel. However, they had to escape after retaliatory fir
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Two unidentified terrorists attacked a police post at Narla Bambal under the jurisdiction of Dharamshal police station in Rajouri district on June 29. They also made an attempt to storm the police post and cause casualties among the police personnel. However, they had to escape after retaliatory firing by the police personnel present.
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June - 30 
Security forces killed four terrorists, including a ‘battalion commander’ and a ‘company commander’ of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), at Abhama village in the south Kashmir district of Pulwama. Sources said that two security force personnel sustained injuries in the gun battle.
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Security forces killed four terrorists, including a ‘battalion commander’ and a ‘company commander’ of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), at Abhama village in the south Kashmir district of Pulwama. Sources said that two security force personnel sustained injuries in the gun battle.
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July - 1 
Two terrorists and a security force (SF) personnel were killed during an encounter in the Banihal area of Doda district on July 1. The encounter was continuing till last reports came in. The slain terrorists were identified as Navid-ul-Islam and Umer Bhai of Multan, Pakistan, a ‘deputy divisional co
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Two terrorists and a security force (SF) personnel were killed during an encounter in the Banihal area of Doda district on July 1. The encounter was continuing till last reports came in. The slain terrorists were identified as Navid-ul-Islam and Umer Bhai of Multan, Pakistan, a ‘deputy divisional commander’ of the Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen group. One AK-47 rifle, one AK-56 rifle, seven AK magazines, 30 rounds of ammunition, one Kenwood wireless set and two pouches were recovered from the incident site.
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July - 2 
According to media reports, a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist was killed in an encounter with the security forces (SFs) during a search operation at village Kadipora in Budgam district on July 2. A SF personnel, too, was killed and two more sustained injuries in the incident.
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According to media reports, a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist was killed in an encounter with the security forces (SFs) during a search operation at village Kadipora in Budgam district on July 2. A SF personnel, too, was killed and two more sustained injuries in the incident.
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July - 2 
Security forces killed a terrorist at Loharan forests in the Mandi area of Poonch district. However, two of his associates escaped during the encounter. One AK-56 rifle, three magazines, three hand grenades and 55 rounds of ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorist.
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Security forces killed a terrorist at Loharan forests in the Mandi area of Poonch district. However, two of his associates escaped during the encounter. One AK-56 rifle, three magazines, three hand grenades and 55 rounds of ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorist.
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July - 3 
A SF personnel was killed when a search party was ambushed by unidentified terrorists in the Surankote area of Poonch district. The terrorists escaped even as the SFs retaliated by firing back under the cover of darkness. Besides, police personnel repulsed terrorist attacks on the Ind and Bhim Mandi
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A SF personnel was killed when a search party was ambushed by unidentified terrorists in the Surankote area of Poonch district. The terrorists escaped even as the SFs retaliated by firing back under the cover of darkness. Besides, police personnel repulsed terrorist attacks on the Ind and Bhim Mandir police posts in the Gool area of Udhampur district. Further, a group of heavily armed terrorists abducted a Special Police Officer (SPO) from the Marwah area of Doda district. A search was going on for the abducted SPO when reports last came in. Also, SFs arrested an over ground worker of an unidentified terrorist group in the Mendhar area of Poonch district.
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July - 5 
According to official sources in south Kashmir, security forces (SFs) launched a search operation in the Tral area of Pulwama district on July 5 after securing information regarding the presence of a group of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists in a hideout. In the ensuing encounter, two terrorists w
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According to official sources in south Kashmir, security forces (SFs) launched a search operation in the Tral area of Pulwama district on July 5 after securing information regarding the presence of a group of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists in a hideout. In the ensuing encounter, two terrorists were killed and two women sustained injuries. Sources added that both the slain terrorists were local cadres of the HM. One of them identified as Majeed Tunda was reportedly a ‘battalion commander’, a ‘launching chief’ and an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) expert, who had joined the outfit in 1989. He had never been arrested in the last 13 years. Majeed was reportedly instrumental in dozens of attacks on security forces, counter-insurgents and civilians. He was wanted in at least five criminal cases registered at the Police Station in Tral.
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July - 5 
In another encounter in the Wurpash forest area of Ganderbal on the same day, three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists were killed.
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In another encounter in the Wurpash forest area of Ganderbal on the same day, three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists were killed.
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July - 6 
Security forces killed a Pakistani cadre of the Al Badr outfit during an encounter in the Choornar forest area of Handwara in Kupwara district. Separately, SF personnel killed a foreign mercenary in the Mahore area of Udhampur district. One AK-56 rifle, three magazines, 62 rounds of ammunition and f
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Security forces killed a Pakistani cadre of the Al Badr outfit during an encounter in the Choornar forest area of Handwara in Kupwara district. Separately, SF personnel killed a foreign mercenary in the Mahore area of Udhampur district. One AK-56 rifle, three magazines, 62 rounds of ammunition and five dicta phone cassettes were recovered from his possession.
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July - 7 
SF personnel shot dead one unidentified terrorist and arrested two others in an injured condition during an encounter at village Dhianshree in the Chatroo area of Doda district. One AK-56 rifle, a magazine, 12 rounds of ammunition and four grenades were reportedly recovered from them.
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SF personnel shot dead one unidentified terrorist and arrested two others in an injured condition during an encounter at village Dhianshree in the Chatroo area of Doda district. One AK-56 rifle, a magazine, 12 rounds of ammunition and four grenades were reportedly recovered from them.
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July - 8 
A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘divisional commander’ Mohammad Akbar Mir alias Manta Peer was killed in an encounter in the Lolab area. One AK rifle, a universal machine gun, three magazines, two wireless sets and two grenades were recovered from his possession.
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A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘divisional commander’ Mohammad Akbar Mir alias Manta Peer was killed in an encounter in the Lolab area. One AK rifle, a universal machine gun, three magazines, two wireless sets and two grenades were recovered from his possession.
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July - 8 
A Special Police Officer (SPO) was killed as unidentified terrorists ambushed a police party at village Pinjrari in the Doda district on July 8. Even as the police personnel retaliated, the terrorists, numbering between 10 to 12, managed to escape.
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A Special Police Officer (SPO) was killed as unidentified terrorists ambushed a police party at village Pinjrari in the Doda district on July 8. Even as the police personnel retaliated, the terrorists, numbering between 10 to 12, managed to escape.
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July - 8 
A terrorist was killed during an encounter at village Gounthal in the Surankote area of Poonch district on the same day. However, two of his associates managed to escape. An AK rifle and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the incident site.
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A terrorist was killed during an encounter at village Gounthal in the Surankote area of Poonch district on the same day. However, two of his associates managed to escape. An AK rifle and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the incident site.
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July - 8 
Unidentified terrorists threw a hand grenade towards a security force patrol party in Shopian, Pulwama district. However, the grenade missed the intended target and exploded on the roadside injuring three civilians. In another incident, terrorists attacked the Kreeri Police Station with automatic we
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Unidentified terrorists threw a hand grenade towards a security force patrol party in Shopian, Pulwama district. However, the grenade missed the intended target and exploded on the roadside injuring three civilians. In another incident, terrorists attacked the Kreeri Police Station with automatic weapons from two different sides, according to official sources. Consequent to retaliatory firing by the police personnel, the terrorists escaped.
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July - 10 
An unidentified terrorist was shot dead by security forces in an area close to the Line of Control (LoC) at Halaban Nar in the Karnah sector. Another terrorist was killed in a separate encounter with security forces while reportedly infiltrating into the Kashmir Valley at Bugna, near LoC, in the Ker
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An unidentified terrorist was shot dead by security forces in an area close to the Line of Control (LoC) at Halaban Nar in the Karnah sector. Another terrorist was killed in a separate encounter with security forces while reportedly infiltrating into the Kashmir Valley at Bugna, near LoC, in the Keran sector.
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July - 10 
In another encounter, a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist was shot dead at village Nagham in the Banihal area. One AK-56 rifle, one magazine, 10 rounds of ammunition and a pouch were recovered from the incident site. Separately, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel killed an infiltrator along the Int
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In another encounter, a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist was shot dead at village Nagham in the Banihal area. One AK-56 rifle, one magazine, 10 rounds of ammunition and a pouch were recovered from the incident site. Separately, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel killed an infiltrator along the International Border in the Kot Kuba area of Arnia sector.
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July - 10 
Two foreign mercenaries affiliated to the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) outfit were killed during an encounter at village Kothra in the Darhal area of Rajouri district on July 10. Two AK-47 rifles, nine magazines, three grenades and 291 rounds of ammunition were recovered from their possession.
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Two foreign mercenaries affiliated to the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) outfit were killed during an encounter at village Kothra in the Darhal area of Rajouri district on July 10. Two AK-47 rifles, nine magazines, three grenades and 291 rounds of ammunition were recovered from their possession.
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July - 11 
A police constable was killed and three persons, including a Special Police Officer, were injured during an encounter with unidentified terrorists at Chak Banola under the jurisdiction of Mendhar police station in Poonch district. The terrorists, reportedly numbering between six to eight, escaped af
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A police constable was killed and three persons, including a Special Police Officer, were injured during an encounter with unidentified terrorists at Chak Banola under the jurisdiction of Mendhar police station in Poonch district. The terrorists, reportedly numbering between six to eight, escaped after the killing.
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July - 11 
Official sources have indicated that a ‘district commander’ of the Al Badr Mujahideen outfit was killed during an encounter at Mirpore village near Beerwah on July 11. He was reportedly identified as Mohammad Yusuf Kaleem alias Janbaz, a resident of Faisalabad in Pakistan. Residents of the area said
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Official sources have indicated that a ‘district commander’ of the Al Badr Mujahideen outfit was killed during an encounter at Mirpore village near Beerwah on July 11. He was reportedly identified as Mohammad Yusuf Kaleem alias Janbaz, a resident of Faisalabad in Pakistan. Residents of the area said that at least two of his associates managed to escape from the encounter site. Meanwhile, after the encounter, security force (SF) personnel engaged a number of residents in removing the debris. However, a bomb exploded off under the debris, causing injuries to at least 20 civilians.
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July - 11 
SFs killed another Pakistani terrorist during in an encounter at Sunderpora Milyal in the Kralpora area of Kupwara district on the same day. He was identified as Ghulam Mustafa, a resident of Bahawalpur. Separately, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel killed two foreign mercenaries of the Al Badr
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SFs killed another Pakistani terrorist during in an encounter at Sunderpora Milyal in the Kralpora area of Kupwara district on the same day. He was identified as Ghulam Mustafa, a resident of Bahawalpur. Separately, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel killed two foreign mercenaries of the Al Badr Mujahideen outfit during an encounter at village Mahu in the Rajouri district. Two AK rifles, five magazines, 143 rounds of ammunition, two Austrian made grenades, a religious book and Rupees 10 in Pakistani currency were recovered from the incident site. Further, two Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists were killed by the security forces in the Kothay Dar forest area of Rajouri district. Recoveries made from them included two AK-47 rifles, nine magazines, 291 rounds of ammunition, three Chinese hand grenades and two pouches.
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July - 12 
A Jamait-ul-Mujahideen (JuM) terrorist was shot dead during an encounter at Kalaroos in the Kupwara district. An AK rifle, three magazines, 40 rounds of ammunition and two grenades were recovered from his possession.
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A Jamait-ul-Mujahideen (JuM) terrorist was shot dead during an encounter at Kalaroos in the Kupwara district. An AK rifle, three magazines, 40 rounds of ammunition and two grenades were recovered from his possession.
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July - 12 
A Police constable was injured during a separate encounter at Marato in the Sunrankote area of Poonch district.
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A Police constable was injured during a separate encounter at Marato in the Sunrankote area of Poonch district.
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July - 12 
In another encounter, SF personnel killed a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist at Chasana in the Mendher sector on the same day. However, two of his associates managed to escape from the encounter site. Two AK rifles, seven AK magazines, 193 rounds of AK ammunition, eight hand grenades, a radio set, on
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In another encounter, SF personnel killed a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist at Chasana in the Mendher sector on the same day. However, two of his associates managed to escape from the encounter site. Two AK rifles, seven AK magazines, 193 rounds of AK ammunition, eight hand grenades, a radio set, one binocular, seven matrix sheets, one Chinese pistol, one pistol magazine, 13 rounds of pistol ammunition and Rupees 5005 in Indian currency were recovered from the incident site.
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