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January - 5 
Inaugurating the Confederation of Indian Industries’ (CII) partnership summit 2003 in Hyderabad, on January 5, Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani said the Punjab experience in successfully rooting out terrorism would be repeated to curb terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. He said, "People ask me if it is
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Inaugurating the Confederation of Indian Industries’ (CII) partnership summit 2003 in Hyderabad, on January 5, Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani said the Punjab experience in successfully rooting out terrorism would be repeated to curb terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. He said, "People ask me if it is possible for Jammu and Kashmir to return to normalcy. We shall see that terrorism will end in Kashmir." Advani recalled expressing similar sentiments during the 1980s when terrorism was at its peak in Punjab and doubts were expressed if normalcy would ever return to the State.
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January - 6 
The United States on January 6 said Pakistan was continuing infiltration across the Line of Control (LoC) and it was a matter of concern. State Department Policy Planning Staff Director Richard Haass, who is on a visit to New Delhi, stated this. According to him, "The activity [infiltration] is cont
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The United States on January 6 said Pakistan was continuing infiltration across the Line of Control (LoC) and it was a matter of concern. State Department Policy Planning Staff Director Richard Haass, who is on a visit to New Delhi, stated this. According to him, "The activity [infiltration] is continuing and it is a matter of concern… We are doing everything to bring this about so that it comes to an end. I’m sure it will... I hope the Pakistan government will come to the conclusion itself."
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January - 11 
External Affairs Minister Yashwant Sinha said, on the BBC, on January 11, "The visible result" after deploying troops along the Line of Control and International Border with Pakistan was that, President Pervez Musharraf "himself said on more than one occasion that he was committed to (the) fight aga
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External Affairs Minister Yashwant Sinha said, on the BBC, on January 11, "The visible result" after deploying troops along the Line of Control and International Border with Pakistan was that, President Pervez Musharraf "himself said on more than one occasion that he was committed to (the) fight against terrorism..." Sinha also acknowledged that there has been a decline in terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) because of the deployment of the Army on the borders. Sinha added, ‘All powerful nations or groupings in the world... have on many occasions, during the last year and a half, accepted publicly that cross-border terrorism and infiltration were continuing and Pakistan should stop these. However, Pakistan did not do so, Sinha said.
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January - 15 
Speaking to media personnel after addressing the Army Day parade in New Delhi, on January 15, Army chief General N C Vij said there has been no decrease in infiltration across the Line of Control (LoC) in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). He said the Army has increased surveillance alon
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Speaking to media personnel after addressing the Army Day parade in New Delhi, on January 15, Army chief General N C Vij said there has been no decrease in infiltration across the Line of Control (LoC) in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). He said the Army has increased surveillance along the LoC to foil Pakistan's attempts to push terrorists into J&K. There would be no reduction in the number of troops in the Kashmir Valley, he said, and added, "We need to consolidate our presence [in the Valley]".
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January - 20 
Maulana Mohammed Sirajul Hassen, Jamaat-e-Islami Hind National president, said the Islamic concept of Jihad is being misinterpreted in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and abroad by elements that did not want a permanent solution to the Kashmir issue. He was speaking in Bhubaneswar, Orissa, on January 20,
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Maulana Mohammed Sirajul Hassen, Jamaat-e-Islami Hind National president, said the Islamic concept of Jihad is being misinterpreted in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and abroad by elements that did not want a permanent solution to the Kashmir issue. He was speaking in Bhubaneswar, Orissa, on January 20,
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January - 20 
US Ambassador to India Robert Blackwill, on January 18, said there is no such term as a freedom fighter, at least not to describe those who terrorise and kill indiscriminately as they are doing in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). Addressing a gathering of Indians at San Jose in the US, he said, "The US will
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US Ambassador to India Robert Blackwill, on January 18, said there is no such term as a freedom fighter, at least not to describe those who terrorise and kill indiscriminately as they are doing in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). Addressing a gathering of Indians at San Jose in the US, he said, "The US will continue to urge President Musharraf (of Pakistan) to do everything in his power to end permanently terrorist infiltration into J & K." The Line of Control between India and Pakistan "cannot be changed by violence, " he added.
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January - 21 
Quoting unnamed Indian officials media reports said Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani, presently on an official visit to Qatar, had a meeting with Foreign Minister Sheikh Hamad bin Jasim bin Jabir Al Thani, in Doha, on January 21. At the meeting, both the leaders agreed that pending issues like extra
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Quoting unnamed Indian officials media reports said Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani, presently on an official visit to Qatar, had a meeting with Foreign Minister Sheikh Hamad bin Jasim bin Jabir Al Thani, in Doha, on January 21. At the meeting, both the leaders agreed that pending issues like extradition treaty, mutual legal assistance treaty and joint working group on counter-terrorism would be addressed soon and officials of the two countries would hold discussions if necessary. The two sides also discussed the global threat of terrorism and the need for international cooperation. Advani briefed the Qatari Minister regarding Pakistan's continuing support to cross-border terrorism in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports added.
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January - 21 
The successful conduct of State Legislative Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) has led to the resurgence of "hope and expectations" among the people, making it easier for the Army to check infiltration, Chief of Army Staff Gen. N C Vij said in New Delhi, on January 21. "Things are looking
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The successful conduct of State Legislative Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) has led to the resurgence of "hope and expectations" among the people, making it easier for the Army to check infiltration, Chief of Army Staff Gen. N C Vij said in New Delhi, on January 21. "Things are looking up in Kashmir. After the successful Assembly elections, there is rise in hope and expectations among the people, who are now supporting us in our efforts at checking infiltration," said Gen. Vij. While indicating that Pakistan still continues to send in foreign mercenaries, he added, "… but now we are better prepared to thwart all designs of the neighbour aimed at increasing infiltration in Jammu and Kashmir."
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January - 26 
The Union government has decided to re-deploy the Border Security Force (BSF) at the borders and avail the services of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) for internal security duties in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), BSF Inspector General G S Gill said in Srinagar, on January 26. "Government of India has
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The Union government has decided to re-deploy the Border Security Force (BSF) at the borders and avail the services of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) for internal security duties in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), BSF Inspector General G S Gill said in Srinagar, on January 26. "Government of India has taken a policy decision whereby CRPF has been selected as the main force to fight insurgency and BSF to guard the borders to further strengthen the frontiers of the country", said Gill. He also said the process would be set in motion this year although it had not yet been decided in which sector the BSF will be re-inducted first. Meanwhile, a media report quoting official sources said initially eight battalions of the CRPF would take over counter-insurgency duties from the BSF in J&K.
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February - 9 
According to a media report, the Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen (TuM) has decided to suspend terrorist attacks on security forces (SFs) in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) for six days in view of the forthcoming Eid-uz-Zuha festival as a gesture of goodwill and peace, a spokesperson of the outfit was quoted as saying
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According to a media report, the Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen (TuM) has decided to suspend terrorist attacks on security forces (SFs) in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) for six days in view of the forthcoming Eid-uz-Zuha festival as a gesture of goodwill and peace, a spokesperson of the outfit was quoted as saying in a statement. He said the decision was taken at the group’s ‘command council’s’ emergency meeting presided over by its Amir-e-Aala (chief), Sheikh Abdullah Mubarak. In view of Eid-uz-Zuha, the spokesperson said, the TuM decided to suspend "its precision attacks" on the SFs for six days from February 10 to 16. "The militants have been directed to suspend their attacks on army units, patrol parties or security personnel during the six days. The direction will also apply to Ikhwanis [counter-insurgents], Task Force and renegades", he said. He also said that the decision had been taken only as a temporary measure and should not be construed as a "cease-fire".
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February - 10 
APHC activist Anjum Zamruda Habib, who was arrested on February 6, reportedly confessed that Jilani had asked her to deliver a major portion of the money recovered from her to the Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) leader Yasin Malik. As reported earlier, Delhi Police had arrested Anjum along wit
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APHC activist Anjum Zamruda Habib, who was arrested on February 6, reportedly confessed that Jilani had asked her to deliver a major portion of the money recovered from her to the Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) leader Yasin Malik. As reported earlier, Delhi Police had arrested Anjum along with the APHC's Delhi spokesperson Shabir Ahmed Dar. An amount of Rupees 3.07 lakh besides some documents and propaganda material was recovered from her possession.
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February - 18 
The woman activist of the secessionist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) conglomerate, who was arrested on February 6 by Delhi Police for receiving Rupees 300, 000 from the expelled Pakistani Deputy High Commissioner, had planned to funnel the money to various terrorist groups in Jammu and Kash
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The woman activist of the secessionist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) conglomerate, who was arrested on February 6 by Delhi Police for receiving Rupees 300, 000 from the expelled Pakistani Deputy High Commissioner, had planned to funnel the money to various terrorist groups in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). Replying to a question on February 18, Union Minister of State for Home Harin Pathak told the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament) that Anjum Zamrooda Habib, chief of Muslim Khawateen Markaz, a Hurriyat constituent, revealed during her interrogation that an office bearer of the Kashmir Awareness Bureau had also received money from the same source for funding terrorist activities in J&K and other parts of the country.
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February - 19 
Former Home Secretary N N Vohra was on February 19 designated as the Union government’s interlocutor to hold discussions with all sections of people in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), including legislators and groups opposed to violence. Announcing Vohra’s appointment, Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani to
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Former Home Secretary N N Vohra was on February 19 designated as the Union government’s interlocutor to hold discussions with all sections of people in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), including legislators and groups opposed to violence. Announcing Vohra’s appointment, Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani told the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Parliament) that Vohra "will carry on these consultations." He added, "I have discussed this with Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mufti Mohammed Sayeed who has welcomed it". Vohra replaces Planning Commission Deputy Chairman K C Pant in initiating a dialogue with various sections in J&K. Advani told the House that the government had consistently perceived that dialogue was the answer in J&K and it would continue discussions with any group or section that eschewed the path of violence.
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February - 21 
According to a media report, Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani announced in New Delhi, on February 21, that the Union government’s new interlocutor in the dialogue process in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), N N Vohra, would initiate the process of holding talks in March. The Deputy Premier further said the
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According to a media report, Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani announced in New Delhi, on February 21, that the Union government’s new interlocutor in the dialogue process in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), N N Vohra, would initiate the process of holding talks in March. The Deputy Premier further said the government had no objections to his talking to anyone. He also said Vohra could hold talks with anyone who "lays down the arms and shuns the path of violence." According to Advani, "There are the people of Jammu and Ladakh regions, besides the political parties with whom the talks should be held." However, "to begin with, the parleys should be held with the elected representatives. We don’t have any objection to whomever he wants to talk to," he added. Former Union Home Secretary N N Vohra was designated as the Union government’s interlocutor, on February 19, to hold discussions with all sections of people in J&K, including legislators and groups opposed to violence.
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February - 24 
The Mufti Mohammad Sayeed-led coalition government ordered the disbanding of the Special Operations Group (SOG) of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police and its assimilation into the regular police force. J&K Governor G.C. Saxena, while addressing a joint session of the State Legislature, said, on February
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The Mufti Mohammad Sayeed-led coalition government ordered the disbanding of the Special Operations Group (SOG) of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police and its assimilation into the regular police force. J&K Governor G.C. Saxena, while addressing a joint session of the State Legislature, said, on February 24, orders for disbanding the SOG had been issued.
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February - 25 
Kashmir Committee, on February 25, removed Ashok Bhan as its convener for declaring that the Committee had ceased its activities following N.N. Vohra’s appointment as the Union government’s interlocutor on J&K. Committee chairperson Ram Jethmalani, meanwhile, welcomed Vohra’’s appointment and said
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Kashmir Committee, on February 25, removed Ashok Bhan as its convener for declaring that the Committee had ceased its activities following N.N. Vohra’s appointment as the Union government’s interlocutor on J&K. Committee chairperson Ram Jethmalani, meanwhile, welcomed Vohra’’s appointment and said the Committee "does not believe that its role is exhausted by this appointment.'' He also said, the Committee was unhappy with the convenor’s announcement, which has been disowned immediately." He added Bhan is no longer associated with the Committee and the Committee is of the unanimous view that, in the interest of the country, "it should vigorously pursue its objective of finding and facilitating a peaceful, honourable and lasting solution [to] the chronic problem of Kashmir." He said the Committee would continue to promote dialogue with all "relevant elements within and outside the country." Bhan, claiming to be speaking for the entire Committee, had reportedly said, on February 22, the Committee was suspending talks with separatist groups in the State and that this suspension could be treated as a prelude to its winding up.
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February - 26 
A separate report said, speaking in the J&K Legislative Assembly the Chief Minister informed, on February 26, that a total of 3,744 persons were reported missing in the State during the past three years. He added that 1,553 persons were reported missing in 2000, 1,586 in 2001 and 605 in 2002.
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A separate report said, speaking in the J&K Legislative Assembly the Chief Minister informed, on February 26, that a total of 3,744 persons were reported missing in the State during the past three years. He added that 1,553 persons were reported missing in 2000, 1,586 in 2001 and 605 in 2002.
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February - 27 
J&K Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed emphasised the need for "constant vigil" along the Line of Control (LoC) to check Pakistani infiltration. While inaugurating a daylong ‘civil-military liaison conference’ at Jammu Cantonment, on February 27, the Chief Minister also announced that the governme
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J&K Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed emphasised the need for "constant vigil" along the Line of Control (LoC) to check Pakistani infiltration. While inaugurating a daylong ‘civil-military liaison conference’ at Jammu Cantonment, on February 27, the Chief Minister also announced that the government would initiate measures to expedite the disposal of legal cases involving Army personnel on a priority basis during their visit to their homes. Also speaking on the occasion, Lt. Gen. RK Nanavati, General Officer Commanding (GOC), Northern Command informed that the government had promptly released ex-gratia relief to security force personnel killed or injured in terrorist violence. While a total of INR 5.99 crore was released recently, the Army received 36.50 lakh this month (February).
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March - 2 
Jammu and Kashmir Governor Girish Chander Saxena, on March 2, appealed to terrorist outfits in the State to hold negotiations with the newly appointed interlocutor for Jammu and Kashmir, N. N. Vohra. While speaking in Delhi he said, "People are closely monitoring the stands of various separatist gro
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Jammu and Kashmir Governor Girish Chander Saxena, on March 2, appealed to terrorist outfits in the State to hold negotiations with the newly appointed interlocutor for Jammu and Kashmir, N. N. Vohra. While speaking in Delhi he said, "People are closely monitoring the stands of various separatist groups and political parties. Anyone working against the wishes of the people would be wiped out of the State politics as people are eagerly looking for all avenues for peace." He added, "I have nothing to tell them. It is for them to gauge the mood of the people who have been vying for peace now."
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March - 4 
According to media reports, speaking in the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Indian Parliament), Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee said, on March 4, N N Vohra, the Union government’s interlocutor on Jammu and Kashmir, would talk with "everybody" to restore peace in the State. He also pledged "full assi
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According to media reports, speaking in the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Indian Parliament), Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee said, on March 4, N N Vohra, the Union government’s interlocutor on Jammu and Kashmir, would talk with "everybody" to restore peace in the State. He also pledged "full assistance" to Vohra.
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March - 4 
According to media reports, US President George Bush told Indian Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee, over telephone, on Mach 4, that the US would continue to exert pressure on Pakistan to stop cross-border terrorism in India. Vajpayee reportedly impressed upon Bush that India was not prepared to e
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According to media reports, US President George Bush told Indian Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee, over telephone, on Mach 4, that the US would continue to exert pressure on Pakistan to stop cross-border terrorism in India. Vajpayee reportedly impressed upon Bush that India was not prepared to enter into a dialogue with Pakistan till it stopped cross-border terrorism and infiltration into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). He also pointed out that, with summer approaching, the snow will melt and this could, "as in the past", lead to escalation in infiltration, media reports said.
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March - 4 
Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed informed State Legislators in Jammu on the same day that the Union government would consult the State government before finalising the blueprint of the peace process. He also announced that talks with ‘separatists’ would be ‘unconditional’. He further said Vohra
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Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed informed State Legislators in Jammu on the same day that the Union government would consult the State government before finalising the blueprint of the peace process. He also announced that talks with ‘separatists’ would be ‘unconditional’. He further said Vohra would hold talks first with elected representatives. He added, "After initial round of talks, the future road map for a dialogue would be decided by the (Union government) in consultation with the J&K government."
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March - 6 
Deputy Chief Minister Mangat Ram Sharma said Pakistan was not a party to the J&K issue, but an aggressor illegally occupying parts of the State’s territory.
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Deputy Chief Minister Mangat Ram Sharma said Pakistan was not a party to the J&K issue, but an aggressor illegally occupying parts of the State’s territory.
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March - 6 
Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Chief Minister (CM) Mufti Mohammad Sayeed announced on March 6 that Union government’s interlocutor on J&K N N Vohra would visit the State again for extensive talks with various sections. He said, "Vohra will hold detailed discussions with the Government, elected representati
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Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Chief Minister (CM) Mufti Mohammad Sayeed announced on March 6 that Union government’s interlocutor on J&K N N Vohra would visit the State again for extensive talks with various sections. He said, "Vohra will hold detailed discussions with the Government, elected representatives, political parties and other sections in his next meeting. Talks process will be open for all", the Chief Minister said, adding ‘nobody could afford to reject the offer of talks to resolve the problems".
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March - 6 
Vohra, on March 6, described his first round of meetings held in the State on March 5 as "very fruitful". He said, "I am happy the way talks are progressing and meetings held with Chief Minister Mufti Mohammed Sayeed, ministers and other political leaders were very fruitful."
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Vohra, on March 6, described his first round of meetings held in the State on March 5 as "very fruitful". He said, "I am happy the way talks are progressing and meetings held with Chief Minister Mufti Mohammed Sayeed, ministers and other political leaders were very fruitful."
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March - 10 
J&K Minister for Finance, Planning, Law and Parliamentary Affairs, Muzaffar Hussain Beigh said in Jammu, on March 10, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP)-led Government in the State was not going soft on terrorists. He said, "Healing touch never means that we would surrender before the killers who h
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J&K Minister for Finance, Planning, Law and Parliamentary Affairs, Muzaffar Hussain Beigh said in Jammu, on March 10, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP)-led Government in the State was not going soft on terrorists. He said, "Healing touch never means that we would surrender before the killers who have created mayhem in the state, but for the people who have suffered injustice and are clamouring for justice."
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March - 11 
Other reports indicated that Kashmir Committee chairman Ram Jethmalani would possibly meet former Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK) president Sardar Abdul Qayoom Khan in London. Jethmalani was quoted as saying, "We may meet on March 14 in London to discuss the Kashmir issue. The meeting was long pendi
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Other reports indicated that Kashmir Committee chairman Ram Jethmalani would possibly meet former Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK) president Sardar Abdul Qayoom Khan in London. Jethmalani was quoted as saying, "We may meet on March 14 in London to discuss the Kashmir issue. The meeting was long pending and it is about time that the people from two countries interact with each other."
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March - 11 
State Chief Minister (CM) Mufti Mohammed Sayeed, on March 11, announced in the J&K Legislative Assembly that the Special Operations Group (SOG) "stands disbanded".
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State Chief Minister (CM) Mufti Mohammed Sayeed, on March 11, announced in the J&K Legislative Assembly that the Special Operations Group (SOG) "stands disbanded".
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March - 13 
Besides, the secessionist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), on March 13, said it was undecided over participating in negotiations with N N Vohra, Union government’s interlocutor on J&K. APHC chairman Abdul Ghani Bhat said, "We are still considering the issue and will make our stand clear after
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Besides, the secessionist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), on March 13, said it was undecided over participating in negotiations with N N Vohra, Union government’s interlocutor on J&K. APHC chairman Abdul Ghani Bhat said, "We are still considering the issue and will make our stand clear after holding discussions."
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March - 18 
A Border Security Force (BSF) spokesperson said they had unearthed a racket of terrorist-related funding in the Valley. According to him, "Acting on a specific information 06 Battalion BSF along with BSF Intelligence Branch apprehended a person namely Mushtaq Ahmed Mir s/o Gulam Qadir Mir r/o Irkum
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A Border Security Force (BSF) spokesperson said they had unearthed a racket of terrorist-related funding in the Valley. According to him, "Acting on a specific information 06 Battalion BSF along with BSF Intelligence Branch apprehended a person namely Mushtaq Ahmed Mir s/o Gulam Qadir Mir r/o Irkum (Kokernag) an under ground worker and courier of militants, who was coming from Jammu, carrying bank draft and cash, at Khanabal along with one of his associate namely Abdul Gani Dar s/o Muhammad Subhan Dar r/o Jalangam, Anantnag. On search of Mushtaq Ahmed Mir, a bank draft for Rs 7,65,692 and cash Rs 63,660 were recovered from his possession… Several bank drafts amounting Rs 8,65000, 7,65000 were also received and encashed by this group for distributing to militants. Police is investigating the matter."
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March - 22 
The United States (US) on March 22 reportedly rejected Pakistan’s demand for a plebiscite in Kashmir. According to media reports, US Assistant Secretary of State Christina Rocca during her testimony before the International Relations Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific said, "On the issue of the pl
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The United States (US) on March 22 reportedly rejected Pakistan’s demand for a plebiscite in Kashmir. According to media reports, US Assistant Secretary of State Christina Rocca during her testimony before the International Relations Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific said, "On the issue of the plebiscite, the fact of the matter is that Pakistan and India have agreed that this needs to be resolved bilaterally and we want to help them resolve it bilaterally. And that is what we are going to do."
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March - 25 
Describing the March 23-massacre of 24 Kashmiri Pandits at Nandimarg village, Pulwama district, as "ethnic cleansing", Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani blamed Pakistan for the incident. He made these remarks during a visit to the massacre-site on March 25. While assuring that the Union Government wo
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Describing the March 23-massacre of 24 Kashmiri Pandits at Nandimarg village, Pulwama district, as "ethnic cleansing", Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani blamed Pakistan for the incident. He made these remarks during a visit to the massacre-site on March 25. While assuring that the Union Government would provide all facilities for the migration of Pandits who want to move to safer areas, he said "Pakistan is not only responsible for violence in Jammu and Kashmir but even in other parts of the country… Such acts which are perpetrated against one particular community can only be seen as ethnic cleansing." Asked whether US pressure on Pakistan could have avoided such incidents, he replied that pressure from America was "only limited to Taliban". The Deputy Premier later chaired a high-level meeting of senior Intelligence and Police officials. He was accompanied by Governor Girish Chander Saxena, Chief Minister Mufti Mohammed Sayeed, Ministers of State Raman Mattoo and G A Mir, Member of Parliament. National Conference chief Omar Abdullah and People’s Democratic Party vice president and Legislator, Mehbooba Mufti.
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March - 25 
The Deputy Premier is expected to convene a meeting with the Jammu and Kashmir Government to discuss stepping up security in the State in the wake of the Pulwama massacre. A decision to this effect was taken at a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), chaired by Prime Minister Atal Beha
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The Deputy Premier is expected to convene a meeting with the Jammu and Kashmir Government to discuss stepping up security in the State in the wake of the Pulwama massacre. A decision to this effect was taken at a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), chaired by Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee. Meanwhile, State Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Muzaffar Hussain Baig said in the Legislative Assembly that the Government would seriously consider instituting a judicial inquiry into the massacre. Tags
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March - 26 
According to media reports, the US asked Pakistan on March 26 to "redouble" its efforts and initiate measures to prevent terrorist groups operating on its soil from crossing the Line of Control (LoC) into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). This follows the March 23 massacre of 24 Kashmiri
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According to media reports, the US asked Pakistan on March 26 to "redouble" its efforts and initiate measures to prevent terrorist groups operating on its soil from crossing the Line of Control (LoC) into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). This follows the March 23 massacre of 24 Kashmiri Pandits (descendants of Brahmin priests) in the Pulwama district of J&K. Christina Rocca, Assistant Secretary of State for South Asian affairs during her testimony before the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations said, "Avoiding conflict between Pakistan and India is perhaps the most daunting US challenge in South Asia," adding "continued terrorism" like the Pulwama massacre threatened to provoke a "crisis" in the region. "Pakistan has taken steps to curb infiltration but we are asking the government to redouble its efforts. At the same time, we will use our good offices to continue to press both sides to take confidence building steps that will lead to a process of engagement addressing all issues that divide them, including Kashmir," Ms Rocca said.
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March - 28 
India on March 28 welcomed the US-UK joint statement asking Pakistan to terminate infiltration across the Line of Control (LoC) as well as terrorist violence in Jammu and Kashmir, saying it repudiated Islamabad’s claim that it has no responsibility in continued acts of violence in the State. The sta
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India on March 28 welcomed the US-UK joint statement asking Pakistan to terminate infiltration across the Line of Control (LoC) as well as terrorist violence in Jammu and Kashmir, saying it repudiated Islamabad’s claim that it has no responsibility in continued acts of violence in the State. The statement by US Secretary of State Colin Powell and British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw "is largely welcome", said External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Navtej Sarna in Delhi. "We understand from the US and UK Governments that the statement was issued under instructions from President George W Bush and Prime Minister Tony Blair who were meeting at Camp David," he said.
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March - 29 
Senior Superintendent of Police, P R Manhas said on March 29 that ninety percent among the total terrorists currently active in the border district of Rajouri are mercenaries belonging to Pakistan-based terrorist groups. He said it was not possible to give the exact number of foreign mercenaries act
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Senior Superintendent of Police, P R Manhas said on March 29 that ninety percent among the total terrorists currently active in the border district of Rajouri are mercenaries belonging to Pakistan-based terrorist groups. He said it was not possible to give the exact number of foreign mercenaries active in the district as it was very difficult to ascertain the same as they come in groups of 15 to 20 and continue to shift from one hideout to another in the hilly reaches.
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April - 1 
A media report quoting Border Security Force (BSF) and other official sources indicated that, after the successful completion of the Legislative Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), Pakistan has revamped its strategy on cross-border terrorism. Reportedly, it has set up a ‘Joint Command Cou
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A media report quoting Border Security Force (BSF) and other official sources indicated that, after the successful completion of the Legislative Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), Pakistan has revamped its strategy on cross-border terrorism. Reportedly, it has set up a ‘Joint Command Council' of various terrorist groups, and has established approximately 100 launching pads to step up infiltration across the Line of Control (LoC) and the International Border. Pakistan has also directed terrorist groups to launch joint attacks on the security forces, after realising the growing ineffectiveness of suicide attacks by individual outfits. Several terrorist groups, including the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), Al Badr and Harkat-ul-Jehadi-e-Islami (HuJI), have been brought together to form the 'Joint Command Council' for united action, said the report.
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April - 9 
According to a media report, the Pakistani Foreign Minister, Khurshid Mehmood Kasuri, claimed that Pakistan has closed a "lot of training camps" of terrorist groups currently active in Jammu and Kashmir. In an interview to the Integrated Regional Information Network, Kasuri also claimed that the Gov
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According to a media report, the Pakistani Foreign Minister, Khurshid Mehmood Kasuri, claimed that Pakistan has closed a "lot of training camps" of terrorist groups currently active in Jammu and Kashmir. In an interview to the Integrated Regional Information Network, Kasuri also claimed that the Government had ‘stopped’ public donations for Jehad in Kashmir and arrested some terrorist leaders.
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April - 11 
The Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), on April 11, denied the Indian claims that it was responsible for the March 23-massacre of 24 Kashmiri Pandits (descendants of Brahmin priests) in Nadimarg village, Pulwama district, in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir. Abu Osama, a LeT spokesperson, sa
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The Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), on April 11, denied the Indian claims that it was responsible for the March 23-massacre of 24 Kashmiri Pandits (descendants of Brahmin priests) in Nadimarg village, Pulwama district, in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir. Abu Osama, a LeT spokesperson, said in a statement, "Mujahideen of Lashkar-e-Taiba never attack innocents and unarmed. We did not kill Pandits… We have definite reports that Indian agencies are behind the massacre to defame the Muslim freedom fighters and ongoing struggle in Kashmir." He added, "The charge is bundle of lies... We assure Kashmiri Pandits that we are not involved in the killing, as per the principles of Islam. Protecting minority community members is part of our duty."
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April - 14 
Speaking to the media on April 14, in Gangtok, Silkkim, Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee ruled out any dialogue with Pakistan until it stoped the "continuing" cross-border terrorism in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). He also said the Agra Summit between the two countries failed b
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Speaking to the media on April 14, in Gangtok, Silkkim, Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee ruled out any dialogue with Pakistan until it stoped the "continuing" cross-border terrorism in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). He also said the Agra Summit between the two countries failed because Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf refused to accept J&K as a part of India.
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April - 16 
Meanwhile, two days ahead of Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee’s scheduled visit to Jammu and Kashmir, the secessionist conglomerate, All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), called for a strike on April 18 and 19 "to highlight on international arena that people of Kashmir want solution to the Kash
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Meanwhile, two days ahead of Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee’s scheduled visit to Jammu and Kashmir, the secessionist conglomerate, All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), called for a strike on April 18 and 19 "to highlight on international arena that people of Kashmir want solution to the Kashmir issue." A Hurriyat spokesperson, in a statement on April 16, hoped that the Prime Minister would initiate a result-oriented and purposeful dialogue for peace and prosperity in South Asia. This is the first time after year 1987 that a Prime Minister would be addressing an open-air public meeting in the Kashmir Valley. Meanwhile, a media report said intelligence inputs indicate that terrorist groups could carry out a major massacre or a suicide attack to disrupt the Premier’s visit.
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April - 18 
Addressing a public meeting at the Sher-i-Kashmir Stadium in Srinagar on April 18, Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee said the Kashmir issue can not be solved through the barrel of the gun. The Premier also said the Union Government would ensure close cooperation with the State Government headed by
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Addressing a public meeting at the Sher-i-Kashmir Stadium in Srinagar on April 18, Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee said the Kashmir issue can not be solved through the barrel of the gun. The Premier also said the Union Government would ensure close cooperation with the State Government headed by Mufti Mohammed Sayeed for restoring peace in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). This was the first-ever public meeting by a Prime Minister in the past 15 years after the onset of terrorism in J&K. The Prime Minister, while accusing Pakistan of not responding to India’s peace initiatives, added, "We again extend the hand of friendship. But it has to be both ways. Both sides should commit that they will live in peace and harmony." Emphasizing the need for a dialogue, Vajpayee noted, "I have said that every issue should be settled by talks. We are prepared. Talks can be on internal as well as external issues." Separately, describing the unemployment problem as one of the biggest problems in J&K, the Prime Minister assured the people that his Government would make all efforts to provide jobs.
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April - 18 
Kashmir Valley observed a near-total shutdown in response to the call given by the separatist conglomerate, the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC). Later in the day, the Hurriyat, however, issued a statement withdrawing the call for another shutdown on April 19, today. It also claimed that the P
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Kashmir Valley observed a near-total shutdown in response to the call given by the separatist conglomerate, the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC). Later in the day, the Hurriyat, however, issued a statement withdrawing the call for another shutdown on April 19, today. It also claimed that the Prime Minister’s visit was a failure and the people of Kashmir observed the strike to press for a political settlement to the Kashmir issue. Hurriyat chief Abdul Gani Bhat told Radio Kashmir that the conglomerate’s official reaction to the Premier’s visit would be given after the latter’s press conference. The Prime Minister is scheduled to address the media at Srinagar Airport before his departure on April 19.
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April - 21 
Meanwhile, reports said the secessionist conglomerate, All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) has decided to boycott the peace talks. "We have no plans to meet Vohra," said APHC executive member Umar Farooq. "He has come to meet so-called elected representatives of Jammu and Kashmir. Let him meet th
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Meanwhile, reports said the secessionist conglomerate, All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) has decided to boycott the peace talks. "We have no plans to meet Vohra," said APHC executive member Umar Farooq. "He has come to meet so-called elected representatives of Jammu and Kashmir. Let him meet those people. We will not be meeting him," added Farooq.
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April - 22 
British Prime Minister Tony Blair has said that the proscribed Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) have been at the forefront of "terrorist attacks" in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and their violent activities would only "prolong" the resolution of the Kashmir iss
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British Prime Minister Tony Blair has said that the proscribed Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) have been at the forefront of "terrorist attacks" in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and their violent activities would only "prolong" the resolution of the Kashmir issue. "During the last decade, the nature of the conflict has changed as a result of the armed incursions of militants across of the Line of Control (LoC). Terrorist organisations including LeT, JeM and HuM have been at the forefront of terrorist attacks in the restive state and violence will never resolve the Kashmir issue, it will only get prolonged," he said in an interview to the Lahore-based Friday Times. Blair added that ending infiltration is essential to stopping violence in J&K.
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April - 23 
Making a statement, on April 23, in the Lok Sabha, Lower House of Parliament, on his recent visit to Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee said a dialogue with Pakistan could possibly be initiated if it stopped cross-border infiltration and dismantled the terrorist infrastruc
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Making a statement, on April 23, in the Lok Sabha, Lower House of Parliament, on his recent visit to Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee said a dialogue with Pakistan could possibly be initiated if it stopped cross-border infiltration and dismantled the terrorist infrastructure on its soil.
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April - 24 
The secessionist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) announced in Srinagar on April 24 that it would boycott the dialogue process undertaken by the Union Government's interlocutor on Jammu and Kashmir, N N Vohra. The announcement came at the end of a meeting of the executive committee of APHC. "W
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The secessionist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) announced in Srinagar on April 24 that it would boycott the dialogue process undertaken by the Union Government's interlocutor on Jammu and Kashmir, N N Vohra. The announcement came at the end of a meeting of the executive committee of APHC. "We will not talk to Vohra as Government has adopted double standards regarding the format of talks in Nagaland and Kashmir", APHC leader Yasin Malik told media persons at the Rajbagh headquarters of Hurriyat. .
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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 
Separately, speaking at a public meeting in Jalandhar, the Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed said, "Whenever there is a peace move in the state or an overwhelming desire shown by the people for the peace, our enemies across the border start getting jittery and make attempts to s
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Separately, speaking at a public meeting in Jalandhar, the Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed said, "Whenever there is a peace move in the state or an overwhelming desire shown by the people for the peace, our enemies across the border start getting jittery and make attempts to sabotage it."
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April - 27 
Speaking to media persons on April 27 in Jalandhar, Punjab, the Union Minister of State (MoS) for Defence Chaman Lal Gupta said the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) decision to boycott, among others, talks with the Union Government’s interlocutor on Kashmir issue, N N Vohra reflected its anti-
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Speaking to media persons on April 27 in Jalandhar, Punjab, the Union Minister of State (MoS) for Defence Chaman Lal Gupta said the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) decision to boycott, among others, talks with the Union Government’s interlocutor on Kashmir issue, N N Vohra reflected its anti-Indian stand.
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May - 7 
According to Union Minister of State for Home, Harin Pathak, approximately 1,400 terrorists affiliated to various outfits are waiting in camps located in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) to cross over into India. "As per available inputs 1,200 to 1,400 terrorists of various outfits are waiting at lau
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According to Union Minister of State for Home, Harin Pathak, approximately 1,400 terrorists affiliated to various outfits are waiting in camps located in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) to cross over into India. "As per available inputs 1,200 to 1,400 terrorists of various outfits are waiting at launching camps in Pakistan/PoK ready to be infiltrated into India," Pathak said in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Indian Parliament) on May 7. Further, the Minister stated, out of 370 terrorists killed in Jammu and Kashmir during the current year, 103 were foreign mercenaries. During 2002, 508 foreign terrorists were killed, out of which, 447 were Pakistani/PoK nationals and the remaining were reported from other countries, he said. Pathak also said that in 2003, till end of March, 86 foreign terrorists were killed in various encounters, out of whom, 83 were Pak/PoK nationals. The Minister said in addition to diplomatic initiatives at various levels, Government has taken a series of steps to contain cross border terrorism perpetrated by the pro-Pakistan terrorist outfits and the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan which includes strengthening of border management, proactive action against terrorists and gearing up intelligence machinery.
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May - 7 
Speaking at a function in Thanamandi, Rajouri district on May 7, General Officer Commandng (GoC) of 16 Corps Lt Gen T P S Brar said six Territorial Army battalions would be raised in Jammu and Kashmir to deal with cross-border terrorism in the State. He said besides fencing the Line of Control (LoC)
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Speaking at a function in Thanamandi, Rajouri district on May 7, General Officer Commandng (GoC) of 16 Corps Lt Gen T P S Brar said six Territorial Army battalions would be raised in Jammu and Kashmir to deal with cross-border terrorism in the State. He said besides fencing the Line of Control (LoC), "we are raising six Territorial Army battalions, four of them in Jammu and two in Kashmir, not only to deal with cross-border terrorism but also to provide jobs to unemployed youth". Approximately 70 per cent of the terrorists operating in the State were foreigners, mostly from Pakistan and Afghanistan, he also said. According to him, the number of terrorists operating in Jammu region is between 1300-1400 and rise or fall in their numbers depended on the pressure from troops in Kashmir and Jammu hills.
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May - 8 
The visiting US Deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage said at a press conference in Islamabad on May 8 that infiltration into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) had decreased. According to him, "We are not keeping score. Any violence is bad. But it is down from the same time last year.
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The visiting US Deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage said at a press conference in Islamabad on May 8 that infiltration into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) had decreased. According to him, "We are not keeping score. Any violence is bad. But it is down from the same time last year. Anyone suffering (because of violence) is a cause of concern. President Musharraf has told me nothing is happening at the Line of Control. He said that there are no camps in Azad Kashmir [Pakistan occupied Kashmir] and if there are, they will be gone by tomorrow." He also said that the US would not exert any pressure on India and Pakistan to hold a dialogue and that its role was limited only to that of facilitation.
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May - 10 
Addressing a press conference in Srinagar on May 10, President of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and daughter of the Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, Mehbooba Mufti, said that security forces were continuously committing human rights violations in the State. She said that excesses
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Addressing a press conference in Srinagar on May 10, President of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and daughter of the Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, Mehbooba Mufti, said that security forces were continuously committing human rights violations in the State. She said that excesses against the innocent civilians had come to an end with the beginning of the coalition Government. "Unfortunately, troops in lower rungs have not changed their mindset and abuse of human rights has been remarkably witnessed since last month", she said. Describing it a ‘state terrorism’, she said that the coalition government was taking up this problem with the top leadership of the armed forces as well as the Government of India.
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May - 11 
The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) has ruled out an immediate cease-fire in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir. HM chief Syed Salahuddin said during an interview to the Reuters, "A cease-fire is not necessary for dialogue… armed struggle and dialogue can go simultaneously as was the case in Afghanistan
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The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) has ruled out an immediate cease-fire in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir. HM chief Syed Salahuddin said during an interview to the Reuters, "A cease-fire is not necessary for dialogue… armed struggle and dialogue can go simultaneously as was the case in Afghanistan and Vietnam." He also added, "A cease-fire will reciprocate the development of this bilateral exercise (between Pakistan and India)… If there is any sincerity shown by the parties in addressing the issue, (we) will give a positive response."
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May - 13 
Defence Minister George Fernandes said in Bangalore on May 13 that infiltration into J&K was "looking down" at the moment. He said, "I have always said that infiltration has its ups and downs. At the moment, it is looking down and that does not mean tomorrow, it may not go up."
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Defence Minister George Fernandes said in Bangalore on May 13 that infiltration into J&K was "looking down" at the moment. He said, "I have always said that infiltration has its ups and downs. At the moment, it is looking down and that does not mean tomorrow, it may not go up."
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May - 20 
Criticising the Pakistani decision to ‘ban’ Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), the secessionist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani, described the move "as a big tragedy for the suppressed people of Jammu and Kashmir." In an interview to Kashmir Times, he said, "Today's move by
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Criticising the Pakistani decision to ‘ban’ Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), the secessionist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani, described the move "as a big tragedy for the suppressed people of Jammu and Kashmir." In an interview to Kashmir Times, he said, "Today's move by the government of Pakistan is the deviation from its earlier stand." He said Pakistan had taken the decision under American pressure. Geelani also said, "the way the neighbouring country is fast succumbing to US pressure, it may change its name and surrender nuclear weapons to please America." He also claimed that 95 percent of the HM cadre was from Jammu and Kashmir. Geelani’s statements came even as the Pakistani Interior Minister denied in Islamabad that Pakistan had proscribed the Hizb. The Hizb was founded in 1989 as the militant wing of the Islamist group Jamaat-e-Islami.
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May - 21 
While indicating that India would continue to adopt a "wait and watch" strategy on Pakistan’s commitment towards ending cross-border terrorism, Army Chief General N C Vij said in Delhi on May 21 that there was no slackening of infiltration of terrorists from across the Line of Control (LoC), south o
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While indicating that India would continue to adopt a "wait and watch" strategy on Pakistan’s commitment towards ending cross-border terrorism, Army Chief General N C Vij said in Delhi on May 21 that there was no slackening of infiltration of terrorists from across the Line of Control (LoC), south of Pir Panjal in the Jammu region. Pointing out that the recent army operations to flush out terrorists from some heights in the Surankote area of Poonch district could not be labeled as an "intrusion", Vij added that Operation Sarp Vinaash had "been meticulously planned to clear the area." He also said that it was too early to evaluate infiltration levels across the LoC, with the snow-melting north and south of Pir Panjal and added the next few months would be carefully monitored for infiltration levels.
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May - 23 
Official sources said that it could be only tip of the iceberg as 70 percent of the area near Surankot town at the Line of Control (LoC) is yet to be combed. Giving details of the operation, Major General Hardev Lidder, General officer Commanding (GoC) of the anti-insurgency Romeo Force said that th
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Official sources said that it could be only tip of the iceberg as 70 percent of the area near Surankot town at the Line of Control (LoC) is yet to be combed. Giving details of the operation, Major General Hardev Lidder, General officer Commanding (GoC) of the anti-insurgency Romeo Force said that the armed action had caught the terrorists by surprise and these groups were in disarray and on the run. He estimated the total presence of the terrorists to 300 or 350 in the area. He said the army, during the operation, had evidence of presence of the JeM, LeT, Tehrek-ul-Mujahideen (TuM), Al Badr and others.
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May - 24 
Speaking to a Srinagar-based news agency on May 24, Syed Salahuddin, ‘supreme commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Muhahideen (HM) said his group would positively respond to any initiative aimed at finding an everlasting solution to the Kashmir problem. He said, "If India is serious about resolving the problem
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Speaking to a Srinagar-based news agency on May 24, Syed Salahuddin, ‘supreme commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Muhahideen (HM) said his group would positively respond to any initiative aimed at finding an everlasting solution to the Kashmir problem. He said, "If India is serious about resolving the problem, accepts the disputed nature of Kashmir and starts talks, the Hizb will give a positive response''. He, however, said that India should have to talk to Pakistan and Kashmiris simultaneously.
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May - 28 
In Srinagar, General Officer Commanding 15 Corps Lt. Gen. V G Patankar said that Pakistan's move to restrict activities of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) had no bearing on the ground situation in J&K as infiltration from across the border was continuing.
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In Srinagar, General Officer Commanding 15 Corps Lt. Gen. V G Patankar said that Pakistan's move to restrict activities of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) had no bearing on the ground situation in J&K as infiltration from across the border was continuing.
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May - 28 
While talking to media persons on May 28 in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, Chief of Army Staff General N C Vij said that there was no "let up" in infiltration from across the border by Pakistan into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K).
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While talking to media persons on May 28 in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, Chief of Army Staff General N C Vij said that there was no "let up" in infiltration from across the border by Pakistan into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K).
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June - 3 
Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee said on June 3 that if talks were to resume with Pakistan on the Kashmir issue, it has to be on the one-third portion of Kashmir, which was under Pakistani occupation (Pakistan occupied Kashmir [PoK]). "We have had talks on Kashmir earlier also. If we were to star
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Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee said on June 3 that if talks were to resume with Pakistan on the Kashmir issue, it has to be on the one-third portion of Kashmir, which was under Pakistani occupation (Pakistan occupied Kashmir [PoK]). "We have had talks on Kashmir earlier also. If we were to start with Kashmir, then we have to start with that part of the Kashmir which is under Pakistani occupation," Vajpayee told reporters on his return to Delhi after a weeklong tour of Germany, France and Russia. These remarks came in response to a question whether taking up the Kashmir issue would place a hurdle in the talks with Pakistan as was witnessed at the Agra summit of July 2001.
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June - 4 
The Jammu and Kashmir Government indicated on June 4 that it would not invoke the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) in the State. "The government will not invoke POTA in any case. The government will not sanction or allow prosecution of any person in the state under POTA," State Housing Minister Gh
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The Jammu and Kashmir Government indicated on June 4 that it would not invoke the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) in the State. "The government will not invoke POTA in any case. The government will not sanction or allow prosecution of any person in the state under POTA," State Housing Minister Ghulam Hassan Mir told the Legislative Council during question hour. He also said that the Government is considering releasing those persons who have been booked under the Act but are not involved in serious crimes. Earlier, Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs, Abdul Rehman Veeri, said that no person has been booked under POTA in the State during the past six months.
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June - 8 
Pakistan cannot end its support to terrorists as it serves as a defence line for the country, said Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) chief Syed Salahuddin. In an interview to the Pakistani magazine Newsline, Salahuddin denied that Kashmiri terrorists were losing their support in Pakistan. "No, it is not true.
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Pakistan cannot end its support to terrorists as it serves as a defence line for the country, said Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) chief Syed Salahuddin. In an interview to the Pakistani magazine Newsline, Salahuddin denied that Kashmiri terrorists were losing their support in Pakistan. "No, it is not true. The Pakistani Government and President Pervez Musharraf will not end their moral and diplomatic support to us. They are sincere to the Kashmir cause. The Mujahideen struggle serves as a defence line for Pakistan... If the movement weakens, the war could be fought inside Pakistan due to the naked aggression of the Indians. So one should stop thinking that Pakistan can distance itself from the Kashmiri movement," the Hizb chief said.
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June - 12 
At the end of Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani's visit to Washington, the White House spokesperson Arie Fleischer said that the US was working closely with Pakistani officials, including President Pervez Musharraf, to press upon Pakistan to take action to prevent infiltration into the Indian State o
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At the end of Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani's visit to Washington, the White House spokesperson Arie Fleischer said that the US was working closely with Pakistani officials, including President Pervez Musharraf, to press upon Pakistan to take action to prevent infiltration into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). The issue of infiltration, "continues to be an important part of our foreign policy in the region," he added.
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June - 12 
While reiterating that Pakistan was aiding and abetting terrorism in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir, the visiting Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani speaking in Chicago on June 12 added, "(Pakistan) is now the hotbed of Al-Qaeda".
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While reiterating that Pakistan was aiding and abetting terrorism in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir, the visiting Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani speaking in Chicago on June 12 added, "(Pakistan) is now the hotbed of Al-Qaeda".
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June - 13 
In New Delhi on June 13, the US Ambassador to India, Robert Blackwill, admitted that Pakistan had not stopped cross-border terrorism against India. "Terrorism emanating from Pakistan (against India) is not over. Global terrorism will not end until cross-border terrorism against India ends permanentl
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In New Delhi on June 13, the US Ambassador to India, Robert Blackwill, admitted that Pakistan had not stopped cross-border terrorism against India. "Terrorism emanating from Pakistan (against India) is not over. Global terrorism will not end until cross-border terrorism against India ends permanently," he added.
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June - 17 
While speaking in Jammu on June 17, Border Security Force (BSF) Additional Director General A K Mitra reportedly informed that India had again provided to Bangladesh fresh evidence of the presence of nearly 100 terrorist training camps on its soil. The terrorists from these camps allegedly operate i
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While speaking in Jammu on June 17, Border Security Force (BSF) Additional Director General A K Mitra reportedly informed that India had again provided to Bangladesh fresh evidence of the presence of nearly 100 terrorist training camps on its soil. The terrorists from these camps allegedly operate in the States of Northeast India and the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). He reportedly said, "We recently submitted fresh authentic evidence of 99 terrorist training camps in Bangladesh to Bangladesh Government as these camps are sponsoring terrorism in North-East and have links with J and K". He also said that the Government is awaiting a reply from Bangladesh on the issue. These camps are mostly located in the forest and hill areas on the Bangladeshi side along the border with Indian State of Tripura, he added.
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June - 18 
The Indian Army on June 18 refuted Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf’s claim in London on June 17 that no infiltration was taking place along the Line of Control (LoC). Talking to the media at a press conference in Delhi, Lt Gen Kamal Davar, Director General of the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA
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The Indian Army on June 18 refuted Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf’s claim in London on June 17 that no infiltration was taking place along the Line of Control (LoC). Talking to the media at a press conference in Delhi, Lt Gen Kamal Davar, Director General of the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA), said the support structures for infiltration in terms of launching pads, covering fire by the Pakistan Army, has seen no perceptible change. He also said that with the opening of passes, infiltration north of Pir Panjal had also commenced. Gen. Davar pointed out that ground situation in Jammu and Kashmir had not undergone any perceptible change in the recent weeks and terrorist infrastructure, sponsored and supported by Pakistan, continued to facilitate cross-border terrorism.
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June - 25 
Border Security Force (BSF) rescued a 13-year-old boy who reportedly wanted to become a doctor but was forced to join the terrorist ranks by the Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) in the Kashmir valley, said a BSF spokesperson. The spokesperson said that SFs had sealed Kakarkhal village near Char
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Border Security Force (BSF) rescued a 13-year-old boy who reportedly wanted to become a doctor but was forced to join the terrorist ranks by the Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) in the Kashmir valley, said a BSF spokesperson. The spokesperson said that SFs had sealed Kakarkhal village near Charar-e-Sharief following a tip off that a 13-year-old boy, Syed Faizan Indrabi, kidnapped by the terrorists from Zadoora Pulwama, was being kept there. Even as the SFs sealed the area, terrorists holed up in a building escaped leaving the boy behind.
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June - 26 
India on June 26 rejected Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf’s suggestion for a US-sponsored ‘roadmap’ on the lines of West Asia to resolve the Kashmir issue, saying there was no place for third party mediation. "We have repeatedly said there is no third party role in the bilateral dialogue... Ther
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India on June 26 rejected Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf’s suggestion for a US-sponsored ‘roadmap’ on the lines of West Asia to resolve the Kashmir issue, saying there was no place for third party mediation. "We have repeatedly said there is no third party role in the bilateral dialogue... There is no space for a third party at the table," External Affairs Minister Yashwant Sinha told a private television news channel in Delhi on June 26. Earlier, President Musharraf had told an American TV channel that he would like US President George W Bush to involve himself in a West Asia-style ‘roadmap’ on Kashmir, but feared India would not allow that as it wanted bilateral resolution "of everything".
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June - 27 
Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee on June 27 rejected Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf’s suggestion for a US-sponsored ‘roadmap’ on the lines of West Asia to resolve the Kashmir issue. "I do not see the possibility or the necessity (of such a plan)," he said during a press conference at Shangha
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Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee on June 27 rejected Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf’s suggestion for a US-sponsored ‘roadmap’ on the lines of West Asia to resolve the Kashmir issue. "I do not see the possibility or the necessity (of such a plan)," he said during a press conference at Shanghai on the last day of his visit to China. Musharraf had earlier told an American TV channel that he would like US President George W Bush to involve himself in a West Asia-style ‘roadmap’ on Kashmir, but feared India would not allow that as it wanted bilateral resolution "of everything". Meanwhile, answering another question, Vajpayee said "very few issues" connected with Pakistan had been raised during his discussions with the Chinese leadership. "My visit wasn’t Pakistan centric," the Premier added while acknowledging that certain issues related to Pakistan had emerged while discussing the South Asia situation.
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July - 1 
The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) said on July 1 that it was ready to extend co-operation to the ongoing India-Pakistan peace initiatives for resolution of the Kashmir issue through peaceful means and dialogue. "We are pursuing wait-and-watch policy on the ongoing developments on Kashmir. We are ready to
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The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) said on July 1 that it was ready to extend co-operation to the ongoing India-Pakistan peace initiatives for resolution of the Kashmir issue through peaceful means and dialogue. "We are pursuing wait-and-watch policy on the ongoing developments on Kashmir. We are ready to extend our cooperation at the right time to the initiatives taken by India and Pakistan," the outfit’s spokesperson Junaidul Islam told a local news agency in Srinagar.
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July - 4 
On July 4, in an interview to the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), Pakistan Premier Zafarullah Khan Jamali is reported to have said that Kashmir was the "lifeline" of Pakistan, and the country would not compromise on it. He also reportedly added that it was not just a political issue but an e
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On July 4, in an interview to the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), Pakistan Premier Zafarullah Khan Jamali is reported to have said that Kashmir was the "lifeline" of Pakistan, and the country would not compromise on it. He also reportedly added that it was not just a political issue but an economic issue too.
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July - 17 
The visiting Islamist fundamentalist leader and chief of Jamiat-Ulema-e-Islam, Maulana Fazal-ur-Rehman, on July 17 while opposing any third party mediation on the Kashmir issue said that a solution should be based on the Shimla Accord of 1972. Rehman, who is leading a four-member delegation to India
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The visiting Islamist fundamentalist leader and chief of Jamiat-Ulema-e-Islam, Maulana Fazal-ur-Rehman, on July 17 while opposing any third party mediation on the Kashmir issue said that a solution should be based on the Shimla Accord of 1972. Rehman, who is leading a four-member delegation to India, told reporters in Delhi that there was "no room for violence" and "Kashmir is a big issue but both the countries have Shimla agreement as a guiding principle to solve their disputes bilaterally." Answering a question on cross-border terrorism, he said, "We are here to create goodwill and leave disputes for Government to solve. Let us work towards building peace in the entire region."
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July - 18 
According to the External Affairs Ministry, Pakistan based terrorist groups may intensify cross-border infiltration between August and September reportedly under a changed strategy. The Ministry on July 18 noted that this would be done with the "active support of the ISI (Inter Service Intelligence,
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According to the External Affairs Ministry, Pakistan based terrorist groups may intensify cross-border infiltration between August and September reportedly under a changed strategy. The Ministry on July 18 noted that this would be done with the "active support of the ISI (Inter Service Intelligence, Pakistan’s external intelligence agency), Pakistan Government and the Army who have been the beneficiaries of huge unaccounted funds released for Jehad (religious war) in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K)". Under the changed strategy, the ISI has allegedly asked the terrorist outfits to reduce the number of cadres in each camp and convert camps to ‘log huts’ to evade US satellite surveillance. The note further said that in the camps at Naukot, Channian, Lipa and Chopa in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK) terrorists of Lashkar–e-Toiba (LeT) were being trained. The note added that there was also an active terrorist camp in Muzaffarabad city.
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July - 19 
Speaking to media persons after a meeting with the Kashmir Committee headed by former Union Law Minister, Ram Jethmalani, in New Delhi on July 19, Rahman said his party would have no objection to conversion of the Line of Control (LoC) into an International Border. He said, " We will not have any ob
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Speaking to media persons after a meeting with the Kashmir Committee headed by former Union Law Minister, Ram Jethmalani, in New Delhi on July 19, Rahman said his party would have no objection to conversion of the Line of Control (LoC) into an International Border. He said, " We will not have any objection to conversion of the LoC into the International Border if both the countries agree to it and the move is also accepted by the people of Jammu and Kashmir". Maulana Rahman, who is leading a four-member goodwill mission to India, said the two neighbouring countries should resolve all outstanding issues, including Jammu and Kashmir through peaceful means.
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July - 20 
Speaking in New Delhi on July 20, Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Governor, Lt. Gen. (Retd.) S K Sinha there is no decline of infiltration of terrorists from Pakistan side into J&K and figures continue to be the same as in the year 2002. Commenting on the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s exte
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Speaking in New Delhi on July 20, Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Governor, Lt. Gen. (Retd.) S K Sinha there is no decline of infiltration of terrorists from Pakistan side into J&K and figures continue to be the same as in the year 2002. Commenting on the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency’s activities in Assam, Sinha said "ISI was operating in the region and had set up safe houses in Dhaka where they were training youths from Assam and North East."
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July - 22 
In a written reply in Lok Sabha, (Lower House of the Indian Parliament) on July 22, the Minister of State (MoS) for Home, Harin Pathak, said that 682 persons have been arrested under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) across the country thus far. He also reportedly accepted that the Home Ministr
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In a written reply in Lok Sabha, (Lower House of the Indian Parliament) on July 22, the Minister of State (MoS) for Home, Harin Pathak, said that 682 persons have been arrested under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) across the country thus far. He also reportedly accepted that the Home Ministry had received complaints about the misuse of the Act. Giving details, he said that approximately 60 per cent of these arrests were made in Jharkhand and Jammu Kashmir (J&K). Of the 234 persons arrested in Jharkhand, 104 were later released following a review by the State Government. Other Sates where arrests have been made under POTA include 181 in J&K; 83 in Gujarat; 44 in Delhi; 42 in Maharashtra; 41 in Tamil Nadu; 40 in Andhra Pradesh; 28 in Uttar Pradesh; six in Sikkim and three in Himachal Pradesh.
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July - 22 
While pointing out that the July 22-terrorist attack on an Army camp in Akhnoor, Jammu, would not derail the ongoing peace initiative with Pakistan, Defence Minister George Fernandes said on July 23 that the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) was responsible for the incident. "We will not allow th
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While pointing out that the July 22-terrorist attack on an Army camp in Akhnoor, Jammu, would not derail the ongoing peace initiative with Pakistan, Defence Minister George Fernandes said on July 23 that the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) was responsible for the incident. "We will not allow the Indo-Pak peace process to get derailed at any cost. The process will continue," Fernandes told the media after visiting the Akhnoor camp and reviewing its security a day after eight troops, including a Brigadier, were killed in the fidayeen (suicide squad) attack. The Defence Minister was accompanied by Army Chief Gen. N C Vij, Northern Command Chief Lt. Gen. Hari Prasad and 16 Corps Commander Lt. Gen. T P S Brar. As reported earlier, both Prasad and Brar had received splinter injuries when one of the three terrorists involved in the attack blew himself up when they were visiting the camp. Fernandes also said that the LeT "is involved in this attack and Al-Shuhda Brigade (which claimed responsibility) is a shadowy militant outfit and cover of it."
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July - 23 
According to the Daily Excelsior, former Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) divisional commander Zafar Akbar announced on July 23 his decision to surrender and join politics for a peaceful resolution of the Kashmir issue. "Today, I, with the support of hundreds of comrades, announce the initiation of a politic
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According to the Daily Excelsior, former Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) divisional commander Zafar Akbar announced on July 23 his decision to surrender and join politics for a peaceful resolution of the Kashmir issue. "Today, I, with the support of hundreds of comrades, announce the initiation of a political struggle for the resolution of Kashmir issue," Akbar told media personnel at an unknown destination on the outskirts of the capital city of Srinagar. Akbar, earlier known by the name Fahad Rafai and later Zafar Abu Fatah, reportedly heads the HM faction loyal to the slain ‘commander’ Abdul Majid Dar operational in the State. Meanwhile, asked if he faced any threat to his life after joining politics, he said, "I am ready to face the risks. Mohammad Yaseen Malik, Javaid Ahmad Mir [Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front leaders] and Abdul Aziz Shiekh [People’s League] were all militants before joining politics."
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July - 23 
On July 23, while extending full support to the Indian Government's war against terrorism, Russia strongly condemned the terrorist attacks on pilgrims and an Army camp in the State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). On July 22, eight security force (SF) personnel, including a Brigadier were killed and 12 o
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On July 23, while extending full support to the Indian Government's war against terrorism, Russia strongly condemned the terrorist attacks on pilgrims and an Army camp in the State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). On July 22, eight security force (SF) personnel, including a Brigadier were killed and 12 others, including four Generals injured at Akhnoor. Seven pilgrims, including a child were killed and 30 others injured earlier in a separate attack on July-21 night at Katra, on way to the Vaishno Devi shrine. Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Alexander Yakovenko said, "We strongly condemn these terrorist acts and regard them as challenging provocations of the international terrorism, which is seeking to destabilise the situation in Jammu and Kashmir and in the region as a whole and to scuttle the incipient advance of India and Pakistan towards a normalisation of bilateral relations." He added, "We express support to the Government of India in its determined struggle against the forces staking on extremist methods and we are confident that only consistent and uncompromising counteraction against international terrorism on the part of all members of the world community can eradicate this global evil."
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July - 24 
Chief of the Indian Army's Northern Command, Lt. Gen. Hari Prasad, said in Srinagar on July 24 that suicide attacks in Jammu and Kashmir "will increase... as army has maintained relentless pressure on militants." The General was one of those injured in the July 22-terrorist attack on an army camp in
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Chief of the Indian Army's Northern Command, Lt. Gen. Hari Prasad, said in Srinagar on July 24 that suicide attacks in Jammu and Kashmir "will increase... as army has maintained relentless pressure on militants." The General was one of those injured in the July 22-terrorist attack on an army camp in Akhnoor, Jammu. "Militants are launching suicide attacks to lift the morale of their cadres which has been weakened by continuing army operation", said Prasad. He also said that the army was "further strengthening the systems" to minimize or eliminate fatalities in suicide attacks which cannot be prevented as "when a man is prepared to give up his life there is very little you can do to stop him".
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July - 24 
The Kashmiri Mujahideen should halt their operations in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir now, Leader of Opposition in the Pakistan National Assembly and the Muttahida Majlis-e-Amal (MMA) general secretary, Maulana Fazlur Rehman, said at a press conference in Lahore on July 24, after his return
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The Kashmiri Mujahideen should halt their operations in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir now, Leader of Opposition in the Pakistan National Assembly and the Muttahida Majlis-e-Amal (MMA) general secretary, Maulana Fazlur Rehman, said at a press conference in Lahore on July 24, after his return from a nine-day visit to India. The Maulana made this remark while commenting on the July 22-terrorist attack on an army camp in Akhnoor, Jammu, in which eight soldiers, including a Brigadier, were killed and three top Generals injured. A hitherto unknown group called the Al-Shuhda Brigade while claiming responsibility for the attack had said that it was to protest the Maulana’s remarks in India that the Line of Control (LoC) should be converted into a permanent border. Fazlue Rehman said that his party the Jamiat-Ulema-e-Islam condemned the attack and the Mujahideen should cease their operations. "The ultimate end of every militant struggle is negotiations and now the Kashmiri mujahideen movements should reach that conclusion. We are striving for a peaceful solution of the issue for them," he added. Earlier, at the Wagah border, the Maulana said Jehad and a dialogue for peace did not clash with each other and a dialogue could be held even during ‘fighting’.
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July - 27 
In an interview to a private television in New Delhi on July 27, the United States (US) Ambassador to India, Robert D Blackwill said infiltration into Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) was still continuing. He said the US has warned Pakistan of "consequences" if promises made to President George W Bush on put
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In an interview to a private television in New Delhi on July 27, the United States (US) Ambassador to India, Robert D Blackwill said infiltration into Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) was still continuing. He said the US has warned Pakistan of "consequences" if promises made to President George W Bush on putting a permanent end to cross-border terrorism were not kept. Regarding Pakistan's description of terrorism in J&K as "freedom fighters", Blackwill said, "There is no confusion on our part...A terrorist is a terrorist is a terrorist."
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July - 27 
The para-military Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) will be handed over the internal security of Jammu and Kashmir and the North Eastern States by year 2005. This was stated by CRPF Director-General, Satish Chand Choube, at Neemuch in the State of Madhya Pradesh on July 27. In an effort to improve
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The para-military Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) will be handed over the internal security of Jammu and Kashmir and the North Eastern States by year 2005. This was stated by CRPF Director-General, Satish Chand Choube, at Neemuch in the State of Madhya Pradesh on July 27. In an effort to improve the competency of the force, they were being imparted special training besides building new battalions armed with modern technology, he said.
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July - 27 
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar has reportedly appealed to the Union Government to treat activities of various terrorist groups in the Northeastern region as a national problem. While addressing a gathering on the 64th Raising Day of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in Agartala on July 27
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Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar has reportedly appealed to the Union Government to treat activities of various terrorist groups in the Northeastern region as a national problem. While addressing a gathering on the 64th Raising Day of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in Agartala on July 27, he also said that the situation in the Northeast (NE) should be treated at par to that of the Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). He reportedly said, "The NE insurgents backed by ISI (Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, Inter Services Intelligence) and other foreign agencies are engaged in secessionism and it should be checked immediately. Even some of our neighbouring countries like Bhutan, Myanmar, Nepal and Bangladesh are giving shelter to the NE insurgents. The Centre should take proper step at this juncture". He also informed that there were 52 base camps of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), terrorist groups active in the State, in Bangladesh. He added that the State Government had provided details in this regard to the Union Government for appropriate action.
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July - 29 
On the political front, ruling out third-party mediation on the Kashmir issue, the newly elected chief of Jamaat-e-Islami Syed Nazir Ahmad Kashani said that India and Pakistan were mature enough to resolve the dispute through dialogue involving Kashmiris. "India and Pakistan should be capable of res
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On the political front, ruling out third-party mediation on the Kashmir issue, the newly elected chief of Jamaat-e-Islami Syed Nazir Ahmad Kashani said that India and Pakistan were mature enough to resolve the dispute through dialogue involving Kashmiris. "India and Pakistan should be capable of resolving their outstanding issues bilaterally. If we talk in the context of the Kashmir issue, Kashmiri people have to be included," said Kashani a day after being elected to the top post of the Jamaat for a three-year term.
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August - 1 
According to the Daily Excelsior, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) announced on August 1 that it would not honour any cease-fire call given by the secessionist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). The group indicated that it was for the terrorist leadership to decide on the
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According to the Daily Excelsior, the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) announced on August 1 that it would not honour any cease-fire call given by the secessionist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). The group indicated that it was for the terrorist leadership to decide on the timing of laying down arms. In an interview to a Kashmiri daily The Rehmat, HM spokesperson Junaid-ul-Islam reportedly said that the outfit would not honour any ceasefire call given by the Hurriyat leadership. He also said that the Hizb was not carrying out any Fidayeen (suicide cadre) attack but added that it was capable of carrying out such attacks.
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August - 4 
According to a media report of August 4, Vice Chief of Army Staff S Choudhry said that terrorist outfits operating in the State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) may have the knowledge of manufacturing chemical weapons. However he added that he was not sure about the information. He reportedly said, "We ha
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According to a media report of August 4, Vice Chief of Army Staff S Choudhry said that terrorist outfits operating in the State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) may have the knowledge of manufacturing chemical weapons. However he added that he was not sure about the information. He reportedly said, "We have information that terrorists operating in J&K know how to fabricate chemical weapons but we do not have any proof to support that".
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August - 6 
Britain on August 6 reportedly asked Pakistan to stop infiltration of terrorists into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir saying that the Line of Control (LoC) between the two countries should be strictly respected.
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Britain on August 6 reportedly asked Pakistan to stop infiltration of terrorists into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir saying that the Line of Control (LoC) between the two countries should be strictly respected.
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August - 6 
Shabir Choudhury, Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) leader, has accused the Pakistan Government of denying basic human rights to the people in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK). In his address at the 55th session of the United Nations sub-commission on the promotion and protection of human rig
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Shabir Choudhury, Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) leader, has accused the Pakistan Government of denying basic human rights to the people in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK). In his address at the 55th session of the United Nations sub-commission on the promotion and protection of human rights, Choudhury reportedly said, "the life of two million people in northern areas has been made hell by Pakistan which is treating the region as an occupied land." While terming the areas as "the last colony" after the British rule, he alleged that, "Basic human rights are being denied and unfair treatment is meted out to the people...No opportunity is given to the people even to express their grievances." He also added that the area known as northern area of Pakistan is not a Pakistani territory and is a part of the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir and its real name is Gilgit and Baltistan.
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August - 12 
Meanwhile, the secessionist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) while welcoming the offer of cease-fire made by President Pervez Musharraf said that terrorist groups have to be taken into confidence for it to be durable. "We welcome the offer of cease-fire made by Musharraf and hope that India re
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Meanwhile, the secessionist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) while welcoming the offer of cease-fire made by President Pervez Musharraf said that terrorist groups have to be taken into confidence for it to be durable. "We welcome the offer of cease-fire made by Musharraf and hope that India reciprocates the latest initiative by Pakistan to create a conducive atmosphere for a dialogue process," Hurriyat chairman Maulana Mohammad Abbas Ansari said in Srinagar. He also said that there should be sincerity on both sides while initiating a dialogue process to resolve the Kashmir issue in which the terrorist leadership should also be involved.
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August - 12 
The Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mufti Mohammed Sayeed welcomed the cease-fire proposal made by Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf along the Line of Control (LoC) stating that it could help decrease levels of violence in cross-border firing. "This is an important step as there were a number of
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The Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mufti Mohammed Sayeed welcomed the cease-fire proposal made by Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf along the Line of Control (LoC) stating that it could help decrease levels of violence in cross-border firing. "This is an important step as there were a number of casualties including civilians every year in cross border firing along the LoC," he said on the sidelines of a function in Chennai on August 12. President Musharraf has mooted the idea of a cease-fire along the LoC during an interaction with a visiting Indian delegation of Parliamentarians and journalists in Islamabad on the same day. In a press release issued by the Government of Jammu and Kashmir, Sayeed said "we have a special reason to be happy over such a ceasefire as it was the people of Jammu and Kashmir who bled and suffered immensely due to confrontation between India and Pakistan, including border firing."
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August - 16 
Meanwhile, speaking to media persons in Srinagar on August 16, chairman of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), Moulvi Mohammad Abbass Ansari, welcomed Prime Minister, Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s statement inviting Pakistan to walk with India on the road to peace. He said, "The Prime Minister’s st
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Meanwhile, speaking to media persons in Srinagar on August 16, chairman of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), Moulvi Mohammad Abbass Ansari, welcomed Prime Minister, Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s statement inviting Pakistan to walk with India on the road to peace. He said, "The Prime Minister’s statement from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the country’s Independence Day was positive and we welcome it. We want New Delhi and Islamabad to include Kashmiris in the talks while addressing the Kashmir issue…We support resolution of the Kashmir issue through meaningful and result-oriented dialogue, which is possible only by including the people of Kashmir in the process."
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August - 17 
Approximately 4500 terrorists were waiting across the border to be pushed into Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), Union Minister of State for Defence Chaman Lal Gupta said in Chandigarh on August 17. "The infiltration from across the border has actually increased in this month and 4500 terrorists are waiting
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Approximately 4500 terrorists were waiting across the border to be pushed into Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), Union Minister of State for Defence Chaman Lal Gupta said in Chandigarh on August 17. "The infiltration from across the border has actually increased in this month and 4500 terrorists are waiting for an opportune time to cross over, but our forces are alert and we are committed to thwart the enemy's designs," said Gupta.
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August - 22 
Daily Excelsior has reported that Shahbaz Ahmad Bhat, an arrested Hizb-ul-Mujahideen terrorist has confessed that all training camps in Pakistan are "operational" at their original places after being temporarily shifted following "US pressure" during year 2002. "All the training camps in Pakistan we
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Daily Excelsior has reported that Shahbaz Ahmad Bhat, an arrested Hizb-ul-Mujahideen terrorist has confessed that all training camps in Pakistan are "operational" at their original places after being temporarily shifted following "US pressure" during year 2002. "All the training camps in Pakistan were still operational. During the heightened tension between India and Pakistan and under US pressure most of the camps were shifted", said Bhat when he was presented before the media after his arrest by the Border Security Force (BSF) on August 22 from Harbachu village in the Tral township of Pulwama district. Three base camps namely BOI, Garhi Habibullah and Mansera Jungles were shifted to Tarbela, Haripur and Taxila, which were running under the supervision of Inter Services Intelligence Agency (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency. But these camps have been shifted back to their original locations, he added.
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August - 22 
Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani on August 22 reportedly said that he would launch a new separatist party in the State of Jammu and Kashmir as according to him the All Parties Hurriyat Conference had lost its way. He reportedly said, "I have nothing against Hurriyat Conference, but
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Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani on August 22 reportedly said that he would launch a new separatist party in the State of Jammu and Kashmir as according to him the All Parties Hurriyat Conference had lost its way. He reportedly said, "I have nothing against Hurriyat Conference, but the separatist conglomerate has lost its way. While addressing a public meeting at Handwara in the Kupwara district he added, "The formation of new separatist organisation has become imperative. I am in search for honest people to carry forward the ongoing struggle".
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August - 25 
The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) said on August 25 that it would not announce a cease-fire in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir. The Hizb said a decision to this effect was made when its ‘field commanders’, including ‘operational chief’ Gazi Naseer-ud-Din, met in the Kashmir valley on August 25 to "r
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The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) said on August 25 that it would not announce a cease-fire in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir. The Hizb said a decision to this effect was made when its ‘field commanders’, including ‘operational chief’ Gazi Naseer-ud-Din, met in the Kashmir valley on August 25 to "review the situation". "The field commanders have decided that there will be no cease-fire," said a one-page statement of the Hizb.
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August - 27 
A Special Police Officer (SPO) was shot dead by terrorists in his residence at Chicha Dushan in the Marwah area of Doda district.
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A Special Police Officer (SPO) was shot dead by terrorists in his residence at Chicha Dushan in the Marwah area of Doda district.
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August - 27 
Speaking at the eighth Inter-State Council meeting in Srinagar on August 27, Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee said that the Union Government would further intensify efforts to advance the dialogue process by "opening the doors" to all those who reject terrorism and extreme positions. "I assure th
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Speaking at the eighth Inter-State Council meeting in Srinagar on August 27, Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee said that the Union Government would further intensify efforts to advance the dialogue process by "opening the doors" to all those who reject terrorism and extreme positions. "I assure the people and the Government of Jammu and Kashmir that we will give them maximum help in consolidating the recent gains," said Vajpayee while inaugurating the meeting, being held for the first time outside the national capital of Delhi. The meeting of India’s apex forum of co-operative federalism in Srinagar "gives yet another clear message that the situation in the State is changing," added Vajpayee. The two day meeting is scheduled to discuss administrative relations between the State and the Union, emergency provisions like deployment of the Union’s armed forces and imposition of President’s rule in the States and issues of good governance and those relating to contract labour and appointment.
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August - 29 
Addressing a press conference at Jammu on August 29, the last day of his three-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir, the Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee reiterated that talks with Pakistan would be ‘meaningless’ if terrorist attacks continued. He said, "We want a meaningful dialogue with Pakistan. But
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Addressing a press conference at Jammu on August 29, the last day of his three-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir, the Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee reiterated that talks with Pakistan would be ‘meaningless’ if terrorist attacks continued. He said, "We want a meaningful dialogue with Pakistan. But it would not be possible if terrorism continues." Responding to a query on Union Government’s stand on People’s Democratic Party’s demand for holding talks with the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) he said that the Government was ready for talks with anyone who was prepared "to give up arms and violence". He further said that the Deputy Prime Minister L.K. Advani had already extended an invitation to the leaders of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) and "If they accept the invitation, they are welcome." However, he added, "Even the informal talks have not begun. Whether the talks should be formal or informal is yet to be decided."
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September - 8 
The Army on September 8 called off a week long search and cordon operation in the Ghati forests of Kathua district. An unnamed spokesperson said in Jammu that "After a thorough search of the forests by the troops for last one week, we have not come across with any militant, dead or alive. Therefore,
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The Army on September 8 called off a week long search and cordon operation in the Ghati forests of Kathua district. An unnamed spokesperson said in Jammu that "After a thorough search of the forests by the troops for last one week, we have not come across with any militant, dead or alive. Therefore, the search operation is being called off." However, official sources declined to comment on whether the terrorists had managed to escape. Security forces had launched the operation on September 2 following a tip off by a village headman, who had escaped from terrorist captivity after reportedly being held hostage. On the first day of the operation, two police personnel and a Village Defence Committee (VDC) member were injured while on the next day, a SPO was killed and one police personnel was injured.
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September - 11 
State Agriculture Minister Abdul Aziz Zargar resigned amidst allegations that the September 24, 2002 Akshardham Temple attack in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, was planned at his residence in his native village Manzgam in Anantnag district. Zargar, a senior leader of ruling People’s Democratic Party (PDP), s
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State Agriculture Minister Abdul Aziz Zargar resigned amidst allegations that the September 24, 2002 Akshardham Temple attack in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, was planned at his residence in his native village Manzgam in Anantnag district. Zargar, a senior leader of ruling People’s Democratic Party (PDP), sent his resignation letter to Chief Minister Mufti Mohammed Sayeed saying "till my name is finally cleared and I am sure it will be cleared, I may be kindly allowed to relinquish my Ministerial responsibilities in the best tradition of public life." He also said that, "I am being made a victim of a sinister campaign aimed at tarnishing my image and lowering my prestige in the public eye." An arrested Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist, Chand Khan, reportedly told investigators that the terrorists responsible for the Akshardham Temple attack, in which 32 persons were killed, had used Zargar’s house as a hideout. The Minister has claimed that he had no knowledge that his native house had been used by the Lashkar terrorists as he had migrated from the area immediately after the eruption of militancy in the State in 1989.
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September - 15 
Syed Ali Shah Geelani was on September 15 appointed as the chairman of the breakaway faction of the secessionist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC). Geelani, a pro-Pakistan leader of the Jamaat-e-Islami, claimed that the new faction was the ‘real’ Hurriyat Conference. Convenor of the rebel facti
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Syed Ali Shah Geelani was on September 15 appointed as the chairman of the breakaway faction of the secessionist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC). Geelani, a pro-Pakistan leader of the Jamaat-e-Islami, claimed that the new faction was the ‘real’ Hurriyat Conference. Convenor of the rebel faction, Massarat Aalam, declared at a news conference in Srinagar that Geelani had been ‘formally appointed’ as the head of the "real" Hurriyat Conference. Speaking at the press conference, Geelani said, "With full regard to 100,000 martyrs and 500 martyrs graveyards, I will continue to work for Kashmir’s freedom."
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September - 17 
Army Vice Chief Lt. Gen Shantonu Choudhary said in Delhi on September 17 that there has been "a quantum jump" in infiltration across the Line of Control (LoC) as well as terrorist violence in the hinterland in Jammu and Kashmir in the last three months. The General while indicating that Pakistan had
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Army Vice Chief Lt. Gen Shantonu Choudhary said in Delhi on September 17 that there has been "a quantum jump" in infiltration across the Line of Control (LoC) as well as terrorist violence in the hinterland in Jammu and Kashmir in the last three months. The General while indicating that Pakistan had "revived" terrorist training camps in the Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) region, added that "We have photographic evidence of this." An estimated 3,000 terrorists are being trained in these camps with the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and other groups operating many recruitment centres. LeT ‘district commander’ Mohammed Shahzad, arrested from Banihal in the Doda district on September 13, has reportedly given a detailed account of this.
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October - 11 
Chief of Army Staff General Nirmal Chandra Vij said on October 11 that operatives of the Al Qaeda were active in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). ‘‘There is a presence of Al-Qaeda militants in Kashmir,’’ Vij told reporters during a visit to Jammu. He also said that 70 to 80 percent of terrorists in the Stat
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Chief of Army Staff General Nirmal Chandra Vij said on October 11 that operatives of the Al Qaeda were active in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). ‘‘There is a presence of Al-Qaeda militants in Kashmir,’’ Vij told reporters during a visit to Jammu. He also said that 70 to 80 percent of terrorists in the State were "coming from across the border and were foreigners." The Army Chief added that "there were 85 rebel training camps in Pakistani territory, many of which were merged with training centres for the Pakistani army."
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November - 6 
The Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed said on November 6 that the process of dialogue should involve a broad spectrum of separatist groups to find an amicable solution to the Kashmir issue. Addressing a public meeting in Doda, he said that dialogue should not be restricted exclu
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The Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed said on November 6 that the process of dialogue should involve a broad spectrum of separatist groups to find an amicable solution to the Kashmir issue. Addressing a public meeting in Doda, he said that dialogue should not be restricted exclusively to one group but include all groups. While opining that the Union Government has initiated the dialogue process after due consideration, he added "It is not a fluke but a well considered move of the Centre".
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November - 13 
Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani said on November 13 that a dialogue with the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) may be held next month. "I think after the holy month of Ramzan and after the elections are over. It may be in December," he told reporters on his way to Chennai. The Union Government
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Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani said on November 13 that a dialogue with the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) may be held next month. "I think after the holy month of Ramzan and after the elections are over. It may be in December," he told reporters on his way to Chennai. The Union Government had announced on October 22 that Advani would hold talks with the APHC chairman Maulana Abbas Ansari.
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November - 20 
The secessionist front All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) said on November 20 that it was ready for a dialogue with the Union Government provided the offer was unconditional and focused on the resolution of the Kashmir issue. The APHC General Council has authorised the Executive Committee to hol
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The secessionist front All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) said on November 20 that it was ready for a dialogue with the Union Government provided the offer was unconditional and focused on the resolution of the Kashmir issue. The APHC General Council has authorised the Executive Committee to hold talks with the Union Government as and when a formal invitation for dialogue was extended, indicated former chairman Mirwaiz Umer Farooq at the Hurriyat headquarters in Srinagar. He also said, "We are not going to talk for devolution of powers or subsidies or concessions from the Centre. We want a dignified, honourable and long lasting settlement to Kashmir issue which should be acceptable to people of Jammu and Kashmir".
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November - 25 
The formal cease-fire between India and Pakistan along the International Border (IB), Line of Control (LoC) and the Actual Ground Position Line (AGPL) in Jammu and Kashmir began on the midnight of November 25. There was no firing from midnight at any part of the LoC, S M Sahai, Deputy Inspector Gene
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The formal cease-fire between India and Pakistan along the International Border (IB), Line of Control (LoC) and the Actual Ground Position Line (AGPL) in Jammu and Kashmir began on the midnight of November 25. There was no firing from midnight at any part of the LoC, S M Sahai, Deputy Inspector General of Police on the Jammu side of the line, said on November 25. According to Sahai, the last shots fired between the two armies in that area were at 7:30 AM on November 25. Earlier, the External Affairs Ministry spokesperson said in Delhi that the Directors-General of Military Operations (DGMO) of India and Pakistan, in their weekly telephonic conversation, agreed to the cease-fire accord. Separately, a statement of the Army Headquarters said, "Pursuant to the understanding between the Governments of India and Pakistan, the two DGMOs discussed the modalities of implementation of the proposal. It was mutually agreed that the ceasefire will be enforced between the two sides, along all the sectors of the IB, LoC and AGPL..."
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November - 27 
In another encounter that occurred between BSF and terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) at Archaribaas in Udhampur district, two Hizb cadres were killed and another was injured. While one Hizb cadre is reported to have escaped in an injured condition, one BSF personnel sustained injuries during
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In another encounter that occurred between BSF and terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) at Archaribaas in Udhampur district, two Hizb cadres were killed and another was injured. While one Hizb cadre is reported to have escaped in an injured condition, one BSF personnel sustained injuries during the encounter. Two AK rifles, six magazines and 89 rounds of ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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December - 24 
General Officer Commanding in Chief of the Northern Command, Lt Gen Hari Prasad, told reporters in Jammu on December 24 that infiltration was continuing despite the ongoing cease-fire. According to the General, "Despite ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) infiltration is taking place from acro
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General Officer Commanding in Chief of the Northern Command, Lt Gen Hari Prasad, told reporters in Jammu on December 24 that infiltration was continuing despite the ongoing cease-fire. According to the General, "Despite ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) infiltration is taking place from across the border… There is a definite decline in the rate but that has nothing to do with the ceasefire. Traditionally there is less infiltration during winter as had happened during the corresponding period last year."
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