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January - 1 
A Press Trust of India report of January 1 quoting the Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Navtej Sarna said that China has assured India that it will closely monitor the situation on its border with Bhutan and not allow Indian terrorists to use its territory for operations against India. The
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A Press Trust of India report of January 1 quoting the Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Navtej Sarna said that China has assured India that it will closely monitor the situation on its border with Bhutan and not allow Indian terrorists to use its territory for operations against India. The Chinese response came after New Delhi drew the attention of its Embassy in New Delhi to media reports about a letter addressed to the Chinese Government by the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) requesting for safe passage through its territory for members of terrorist groups seeking to escape the mopping up operations being carried out against them by the Royal Bhutan Army.
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January - 1 
Separately, while seeking a consensus within Jammu and Kashmir to carry forward the peace process, Chief Minister Mufti Muhammad Sayeed appealed to the ‘gun totting youth’ and their leaders across the border to give the peace process a chance. Addressing a peace rally in the capital Srinagar, the Ch
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Separately, while seeking a consensus within Jammu and Kashmir to carry forward the peace process, Chief Minister Mufti Muhammad Sayeed appealed to the ‘gun totting youth’ and their leaders across the border to give the peace process a chance. Addressing a peace rally in the capital Srinagar, the Chief Minister said that people of India and Pakistan have not only realized the significance of peace but also developed a stake in it. He said, "I take this opportunity to appeal the leaders (militant groups) to allow dialogue and peace process to continue and taken to logical end."
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January - 2 
Army Chief General N C Vij, during his three-day visit to the Northeast, stated in Guwahati on January 2 that during the recent military operations in Bhutan, nearly 650 terrorists had been neutralized. The Army Chief said, "We had estimated between 1,200 to 1,500 militants in Bhutan prior to the op
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Army Chief General N C Vij, during his three-day visit to the Northeast, stated in Guwahati on January 2 that during the recent military operations in Bhutan, nearly 650 terrorists had been neutralized. The Army Chief said, "We had estimated between 1,200 to 1,500 militants in Bhutan prior to the operations, although the Bhutanese Government had mentioned a higher figure." According to him, "the remaining militants were now scattered in isolated groups in Bhutan, and the Royal Bhutan Army (RBA) had already commenced mopping up operations." He also said that "Joint exercises with the Myanmar Army against militants based in that country are likely in the near future, and we might come to that stage eventually." He however, added that "joint operations with Bangladesh had not been considered as of now."
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January - 2 
On January 2, the Tripura Director General of Police G M Srivastav was quoted as saying that "there were camps of insurgents of the North East in Bangladesh." He also was reported to have said that the terrorists "are being backed by the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) and Bangladesh Army."
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On January 2, the Tripura Director General of Police G M Srivastav was quoted as saying that "there were camps of insurgents of the North East in Bangladesh." He also was reported to have said that the terrorists "are being backed by the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) and Bangladesh Army."
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January - 3 
Union Minister of State for Home, Swami Chinmayanand, on January 3, regretted that Bangladesh was denying the existence of terrorist camps on its soil when there were reports to the contrary from various foreign agencies. Speaking to the press in New Delhi, he however said that India was hopeful tha
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Union Minister of State for Home, Swami Chinmayanand, on January 3, regretted that Bangladesh was denying the existence of terrorist camps on its soil when there were reports to the contrary from various foreign agencies. Speaking to the press in New Delhi, he however said that India was hopeful that Bangladesh would come forward to close down all such camps as done by Bhutan.
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January - 4 
Meanwhile, reacting to the Bhutanese Prime Minister Lyonpo Jigmi Thinley’s speech at the ongoing South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) Summit in Islamabad, Pakistan, the ULFA ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa, in a press statement on January 4, labeled him as ‘a liar dictated by New De
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Meanwhile, reacting to the Bhutanese Prime Minister Lyonpo Jigmi Thinley’s speech at the ongoing South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) Summit in Islamabad, Pakistan, the ULFA ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa, in a press statement on January 4, labeled him as ‘a liar dictated by New Delhi’. He claimed that there was absolutely no truth in the Bhutanese Premier’s assertion that the Kingdom "suffered from the presence of three armed extremist outfits of northeast". He added that the kingdom would not be able to "sleep peacefully" after straining its relations with its "neighbors".
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January - 5 
Meanwhile, the North East Peoples’ Forum (NEPF), a conglomeration of 16 political parties of the region, has urged the ULFA leadership to hold talks with the Union Government. A statement released by the forum said, "The ULFA cadres should surrender arms and rejoin the mainstream to help establish p
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Meanwhile, the North East Peoples’ Forum (NEPF), a conglomeration of 16 political parties of the region, has urged the ULFA leadership to hold talks with the Union Government. A statement released by the forum said, "The ULFA cadres should surrender arms and rejoin the mainstream to help establish peace in the region and create a conducive atmosphere for economic growth."
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January - 9 
The proscribed Meghalaya-based A’chik National Volunteers Council (ANVC) has reportedly condemned the recent operations of the Royal Bhutan Army (RBA) against Indian terrorist outfits operating from Bhutan. The ANVC ‘commander-in chief’ Jerome Momin was quoted as saying that the RBA during "its mili
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The proscribed Meghalaya-based A’chik National Volunteers Council (ANVC) has reportedly condemned the recent operations of the Royal Bhutan Army (RBA) against Indian terrorist outfits operating from Bhutan. The ANVC ‘commander-in chief’ Jerome Momin was quoted as saying that the RBA during "its military offensive had violated all norms and human rights of the women and children."
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January - 10 
According to senior police officials, the Nayanbasi Jamatiya faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) in a letter to the Tripura state government, which reached the police headquarters on January 10, has expressed its willingness to enter into negotiations with the government in or
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According to senior police officials, the Nayanbasi Jamatiya faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) in a letter to the Tripura state government, which reached the police headquarters on January 10, has expressed its willingness to enter into negotiations with the government in order to surrender arms and come over ground. Additional Director General of Police (ADG) Pranoy Sahaya, confirmed that that the State Home Department received the letter from Nayanbasi Jamatiya, chief of the faction, in which he expressed his desire to participate in peace talks. The ADG further added that that "talks are likely to begin soon but the modalities are yet to be finalized".
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January - 10 
Meanwhile, the Nagaland Home Minister T M Lotha has expressed confidence over the upcoming visit of the IM leadership and said that it would produce ‘positive results’ and this is a clear indication that things are going in the ‘right direction’ as far as Naga peace process is concerned.
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Meanwhile, the Nagaland Home Minister T M Lotha has expressed confidence over the upcoming visit of the IM leadership and said that it would produce ‘positive results’ and this is a clear indication that things are going in the ‘right direction’ as far as Naga peace process is concerned.
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January - 10 
The Inspector General (North-east) of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), in a statement in Guwahati, on January 10, said that there has a been a marked difference in the activities of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) in the distric
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The Inspector General (North-east) of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), in a statement in Guwahati, on January 10, said that there has a been a marked difference in the activities of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) in the districts of Assam such as Kokrajhar, Nalbari, Barpeta, Darrang, Kamrup, Goalpara, Dhubri and Sonitpur after the military operation launched by the Royal Bhutan Army (RBA). He also stated that "those fleeing the Himalayan kingdom and unable to enter Assam, have in all possibility sneaked into Bangladesh."
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January - 11 
According to media reports, the Naga Hoho, the apex tribal body of all Nagas has expressed concern over the military offensive against the underground outfits of Northeast India in Myanmar and Bhutan. Its president, M Vero has reportedly said in a press release on January 11 that Thimpu and Yangon a
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According to media reports, the Naga Hoho, the apex tribal body of all Nagas has expressed concern over the military offensive against the underground outfits of Northeast India in Myanmar and Bhutan. Its president, M Vero has reportedly said in a press release on January 11 that Thimpu and Yangon along with New Delhi should exercise caution while making any plan to mobilize military action against the terrorists of the Northeast India in those countries as there were reports of "continuing military build-up" in Myanmar to flush out the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang(NSCN-K) cadres and other terrorists. He also warned that such action would derail the ongoing peace process and appealed to the Nagas to be ready to help the fleeing Nagas if any military action would come up in Myanmar.
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January - 11 
Meanwhile, the All Dimasa Students' Union (ADSU), in a press release, on January 11, alleged that the Union Government is not interested to start a political dialogue with the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD), even after completion of one year of cease-fire.
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Meanwhile, the All Dimasa Students' Union (ADSU), in a press release, on January 11, alleged that the Union Government is not interested to start a political dialogue with the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD), even after completion of one year of cease-fire.
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January - 13 
However, Lyngdoh has denied the recent media reports that the HNLC general secretary Cherishstarfield Thgkhiew along with 50 cadres is planning to disrupt the coming Republic Day celebrations in the state.
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However, Lyngdoh has denied the recent media reports that the HNLC general secretary Cherishstarfield Thgkhiew along with 50 cadres is planning to disrupt the coming Republic Day celebrations in the state.
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January - 13 
Meanwhile, an insurgent outfit, the Bengali Tiger Force (BTF), in a press release, on January 13, has expressed its willingness for negotiation with the Union and the State Government.
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Meanwhile, an insurgent outfit, the Bengali Tiger Force (BTF), in a press release, on January 13, has expressed its willingness for negotiation with the Union and the State Government.
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January - 13 
On January 13, Meghalaya Home Minister RG Lyngdoh reportedly indicated that many Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) terrorists are likely to come overground and surrender because of the infighting within the outfit. Eleven HNLC cadres had surrendered so far
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On January 13, Meghalaya Home Minister RG Lyngdoh reportedly indicated that many Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) terrorists are likely to come overground and surrender because of the infighting within the outfit. Eleven HNLC cadres had surrendered so far
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January - 13 
On January 13, the Union Government formally invited the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) led by Maulana Abbas Ansari for talks with Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani on January 22 to which the outfit has reportedly responded positively. The decision by the Union Government to invite the Hurriy
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On January 13, the Union Government formally invited the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) led by Maulana Abbas Ansari for talks with Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani on January 22 to which the outfit has reportedly responded positively. The decision by the Union Government to invite the Hurriyat said that "pursuant to the decision of the Cabinet Committee on Security on October 22, the Deputy Prime Minister would like to meet you on January 22." In Srinagar, accepting the invitation, Ansari said that Hurriyat would discuss the issue at all levels—executive, working committee and general council—to firm up the strategy and the composition of its delegation for talks with Advani. In a bid for a broader consensus on the talks, he said "we are also going to discuss with all pro-freedom parties outside the Hurriyat Conference."
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January - 14 
Meanwhile, Maulana Abbas Ansari said that he was making a last attempt at uniting various factions before entering into the dialogue process and even expressed willingness to amend the Hurriyat Constitution to curtail his tenure. He added that a written invitation, to attend the talks, through a Hur
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Meanwhile, Maulana Abbas Ansari said that he was making a last attempt at uniting various factions before entering into the dialogue process and even expressed willingness to amend the Hurriyat Constitution to curtail his tenure. He added that a written invitation, to attend the talks, through a Hurriyat delegation has been sent to Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) chairman Mohammad Yaseen Malik, the People’s League headed by Sheikh Abdul Aziz and to the Jamaat-e-Islami chief, Syed Nazir Ahmad Kashani.
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January - 15 
According to the Telegraph, the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) has asked the terrorist outfits operating in Tripura to abandon their bases in Bangladesh and take shelter in rented houses in residential areas. According to the report, over the past month, outfits have deserted their camps in Sylhet, Maulvi
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According to the Telegraph, the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) has asked the terrorist outfits operating in Tripura to abandon their bases in Bangladesh and take shelter in rented houses in residential areas. According to the report, over the past month, outfits have deserted their camps in Sylhet, Maulvi Bazar and Habiganj districts bordering areas of North Tripura and Dhalai districts and Khowai and Sadar subdivisions in the West Tripura district. Quoting official sources in the North Tripura district, the report said that a terrorist camp at Kukijhuri in the Sylhet district has been burnt down after the terrorists deserted it. The report further indicates that the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) camp located at Satcherri in the Habiganj district of Bangladesh opposite Simna area of Sadar in the West Tripura district and the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) camps located in Khasiapunji, Ranirgaon Bazar, Kurma, Naynarpar, Kandigaon and Kukijhuri has also been deserted.
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January - 16 
Meanwhile, in a joint statement, the People’s War Group (PWG) and Jana Shakti have called upon the people to boycott the forthcoming State and Lok Sabha (Lower House of the Indian Parliament) elections.
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Meanwhile, in a joint statement, the People’s War Group (PWG) and Jana Shakti have called upon the people to boycott the forthcoming State and Lok Sabha (Lower House of the Indian Parliament) elections.
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January - 17 
On January 17, the Union Government announced that the Centre would not demand any charge from Naxalite-affected States for deployment of Central Para-Military Forces (CPMFs). A decision to this effect was taken during a meeting between Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Deputy Prime Minister LK A
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On January 17, the Union Government announced that the Centre would not demand any charge from Naxalite-affected States for deployment of Central Para-Military Forces (CPMFs). A decision to this effect was taken during a meeting between Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Deputy Prime Minister LK Advani and some Chief Secretaries on the sidelines of an internal security conference in New Delhi. The decision is expected to provide major relief to the nine States that have been making this demand for the past few years.
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January - 18 
Meanwhile, on January 18, speaking to the press at Allipuram, the Andhra Pradesh Home Minister, Devender Goud, said that there were no fresh proposals with the government for talks with left wing extremists—Naxalites. He alleged that the Naxals were not sincere where talks were concerned.
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Meanwhile, on January 18, speaking to the press at Allipuram, the Andhra Pradesh Home Minister, Devender Goud, said that there were no fresh proposals with the government for talks with left wing extremists—Naxalites. He alleged that the Naxals were not sincere where talks were concerned.
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January - 18 
On January 18, the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) said that it wanted to hold talks with the militant leadership in Pakistan on Kashmir issue after parleys with the Indian Government and threatened to pull out of the dialogue process if the Government refuses permission to its leaders to tra
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On January 18, the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) said that it wanted to hold talks with the militant leadership in Pakistan on Kashmir issue after parleys with the Indian Government and threatened to pull out of the dialogue process if the Government refuses permission to its leaders to travel to the neighbouring country. "We are going to go ahead with the talks with Government (in New Delhi on January 22). In the second phase, we would like to travel to Pakistan to take the Kashmiri and militant leadership across the Line of Control into confidence," Hurriyat chief Maulana Mohammad Abbas Ansari said. If the Centre refuses to allow the Hurriyat delegation to go to Pakistan, it would return to the Kashmir valley and pull out of the talks process, he added.
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January - 19 
On January 19, the Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar, speaking to press persons in Agartala urged Bangladesh to flush out terrorists who are backed by the Al Qaeda and Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) from its territory, following the footsteps of Bhutan. He said, "Bangladesh should ta
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On January 19, the Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar, speaking to press persons in Agartala urged Bangladesh to flush out terrorists who are backed by the Al Qaeda and Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) from its territory, following the footsteps of Bhutan. He said, "Bangladesh should take lessons from Bhutan and stop harbouring the militants, who frequently resorted to killing of innocents in Tripura, to maintain friendly ties with India." He also cautioned that "those terrorist organizations will pose threat to Bangladesh one day if action is not taken against them."
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January - 20 
Meanwhile, K Timung, identified as a ‘commander’ of the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), in a statement to the press on January 20, sought an apology from the Dima Halim Daoga (DHD) for having ‘secretly killed’ several members of his outfit in collusion with the security forces at Longk
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Meanwhile, K Timung, identified as a ‘commander’ of the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), in a statement to the press on January 20, sought an apology from the Dima Halim Daoga (DHD) for having ‘secretly killed’ several members of his outfit in collusion with the security forces at Longku, under Umrangsu police station in the North Cachar Hills district. He further warned of retaliation ‘in self-defence’ if the attacks on UPDS cadres continued.
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January - 21 
Meanwhile, the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) Information and Communications Secretary, Mangkara Dkhar has indicated in a statement that the outfit has ‘no ill-will’ against surrendered cadres’
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Meanwhile, the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) Information and Communications Secretary, Mangkara Dkhar has indicated in a statement that the outfit has ‘no ill-will’ against surrendered cadres’
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January - 21 
Reports have indicated that alarmed by incidents of rape, abduction and molestation by foreign mercenaries in Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK)-based United Jehad Council (UJC) has asked terrorists to follow "strict guidelines" while dealing with women.
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Reports have indicated that alarmed by incidents of rape, abduction and molestation by foreign mercenaries in Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK)-based United Jehad Council (UJC) has asked terrorists to follow "strict guidelines" while dealing with women.
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January - 22 
On January 22, the leaders of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (AHPC) and the Deputy Prime Minister, L.K. Advani, met in New Delhi and agreed to find an "honourable and durable solution" to the Kashmir problem through dialogue, hoping that all forms of violence at all levels would end. The much-a
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On January 22, the leaders of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (AHPC) and the Deputy Prime Minister, L.K. Advani, met in New Delhi and agreed to find an "honourable and durable solution" to the Kashmir problem through dialogue, hoping that all forms of violence at all levels would end. The much-awaited Centre-Hurriyat meeting, the first at this level, also agreed to adopt a "step-by-step approach that would lead to the resolution of all outstanding issues relating to Jammu and Kashmir." After the two-and-a-half-hour session between Mr. Advani and the Hurriyat delegation, led by its chairman, Maulana Abbas Ansari, and comprising Abdul Ghani Bhat, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, Bilal Ghani Lone and Fazal-ul-Haq Qureshi, the two sides expressed satisfaction that a "good beginning" had been made. The next round of talks will be held in March. Later, a joint statement was read out by Mr. Ghani Bhat, which stated that the discussions were "amicable, free, frank and fruitful.'' The joint statement said the delegation was committed to enlarging the dialogue process to cover all regions of Jammu and Kashmir and addressing the concerns of all communities. The Depury Prime Minister, Mr. L.K.Advani said that the Hurriyat leaders raised the issue of detenus languishing in jails and it was agreed to put systems in place for a "rapid review" of cases of prisoners not involved in heinous crimes. Clarifying on the need to enlarge the dialogue process, Mr. Advani said he told the delegation about the plight of Kashmiri Pandits living in pathetic conditions in camps outside the Valley for more than a decade. Mr. Advani was assisted in the talks by the Centre's interlocutor on Jammu and Kashmir, N.N. Vohra, and the Union Home Secretary, N. Gopalaswami. The Hurriyat leaders will reportedly meet the Prime Minister, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, on January 23, today.
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January - 23 
On January 23, the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) leaders met the Prime Minister, Atal Bihari Vajpayee in New Delhi, and said that their half-an-hour meeting was a "courtesy call'' heralding a new relationship with the Union Government. The five-member Hurriyat team which was led by its chai
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On January 23, the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) leaders met the Prime Minister, Atal Bihari Vajpayee in New Delhi, and said that their half-an-hour meeting was a "courtesy call'' heralding a new relationship with the Union Government. The five-member Hurriyat team which was led by its chairman, Maulana Abbas Ansari, included the former chairman, Abdul Gani Bhat, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, Bilal Ghani Lone and Fazal-ul-Haq Qureshi. "We apprised him of our discussions with the Deputy Prime Minister, L.K. Advani, yesterday and broadly touched upon several aspects relating to Jammu and Kashmir. The Prime Minister gave us a patient hearing and agreed with us that the dialogue process should be taken forward,'' Mirwaiz Umar Farooq said. The Mirwaiz added that the Kashmiri leadership and the people were with their conglomerate and together they would work for resolving Kashmir issue. "Coupled with the Pakistan President, Pervez Musharraf's recent overtures, we will move forward to see that peace and stability comes back to the State and region.''
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January - 24 
The proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) has called for a 24-hour bandh (shutdown) on the eve of the Republic Day celebration, which would begin, from 6 pm(IST) of January 25. Quoting the statement released through e-mail on January 24 by the chairman of the outfit, Cheristerfie
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The proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) has called for a 24-hour bandh (shutdown) on the eve of the Republic Day celebration, which would begin, from 6 pm(IST) of January 25. Quoting the statement released through e-mail on January 24 by the chairman of the outfit, Cheristerfield Thangkhiew, media reports indicated that the outfit has urged the people of the state to boycott the celebration of the Republic Day.
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January - 27 
On January 27, India and Pakistan announced that two sides will "commence the process" of composite dialogue with three-day official-level talks in Islamabad from February 16. The talks will first be held at the level of Joint Secretaries on February 16 and 17 followed by a one-day meeting between t
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On January 27, India and Pakistan announced that two sides will "commence the process" of composite dialogue with three-day official-level talks in Islamabad from February 16. The talks will first be held at the level of Joint Secretaries on February 16 and 17 followed by a one-day meeting between the two Foreign Secretaries on February 18, External Affairs Ministry spokesman Navtej Sarna said in New Delhi. A similar announcement was made by the Pakistan foreign office spokesman, Masood Khan in Islamabad. He said the agenda for the dialogue would be decided during the talks. Official sources here said that during the three-day parleys, the two sides would discuss the modalities for the composite dialogue. While the Indian spokesman said "Joint Secretary-level talks on February 16-17 will be followed by a one-day meeting of Foreign Secretaries on February 18", the Pakistani spokesman said the Foreign Secretary level talks will be preceded by the meeting of the Directors General (Joint Secretary level).
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January - 27 
The All Parties Hurriyat Conference (AHPC) has appealed to the terrorist outfits to shun violence and give it two months time to resolve the Kashmir issue. The Hurriyat Conference has said that it will present a roadmap for resolving the Kashmir issue to the Union Government in its second round of t
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The All Parties Hurriyat Conference (AHPC) has appealed to the terrorist outfits to shun violence and give it two months time to resolve the Kashmir issue. The Hurriyat Conference has said that it will present a roadmap for resolving the Kashmir issue to the Union Government in its second round of talks with Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani, scheduled to be held in the later part of March. "We not only have a peace strategy but a roadmap for resolving the Kashmir issue as well. We are going to present this roadmap and some proposals to Mr Advani in our next meeting with him," the Hurriyat leader Mirwaiz Farooq said in a television programme on January 27. However, he refused to divulge the contours of the roadmap but said it would take into account the wishes and aspirations of all communities and regions in Jammu and Kashmir.
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January - 29 
Meanwhile, another terrorist outfit, the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) has reportedly warned that it will take action against erring doctors under its operation titled ‘free medical for all’. It further stated that the doctors should inform the public about their in-capabilities and lack of infra
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Meanwhile, another terrorist outfit, the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) has reportedly warned that it will take action against erring doctors under its operation titled ‘free medical for all’. It further stated that the doctors should inform the public about their in-capabilities and lack of infrastructure to prevent any misunderstanding.
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January - 29 
The proscribed Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) of Manipur has reportedly issued a diktat and threatened Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Manipur Pradesh president Chaoba Singh, also a sitting Member of Parliament (MP) to quit the party before February 15. Issuing a press release, the outfit declared Mr C
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The proscribed Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) of Manipur has reportedly issued a diktat and threatened Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Manipur Pradesh president Chaoba Singh, also a sitting Member of Parliament (MP) to quit the party before February 15. Issuing a press release, the outfit declared Mr Chaoba Singh as its enemy and an ‘Indian secret agent’. The KYKL has also asked BJP to expel Mr Chaoba from the party within the given deadline of February 15 and also reportedly put its army units under Lalhaba Tengol led by its chief of army staff, ‘colonel’ K.Koireng on alert for any eventuality.
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January - 30 
According to a media report, the Assam Rifles (AR) posted in Tripura has denied allegations that one of its officials had links with the proscribed National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and that he had facilitated the transfer of arms and ammunition to the terrorists. The AR while issuing a cl
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According to a media report, the Assam Rifles (AR) posted in Tripura has denied allegations that one of its officials had links with the proscribed National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and that he had facilitated the transfer of arms and ammunition to the terrorists. The AR while issuing a clarification in this regard on January 30 said that the Union Ministry of Home Affairs had neither ordered any probe nor did it direct an investigation into the alleged nexus of the official with the NLFT. The release said, "No such relation between the paramilitary forces and outlawed NLFT is revealed so far. The Assam Rifles is performing its duties properly and achieving significant success in the counter insurgency operation."
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January - 31 
Briefing the decisions of the cabinet that lasted for more than three hours, Chief Secretary, Dr. Sudhir S. Bloeria said that the policy aims at providing an opportunity for return of those terrorists who have undergone change of the heart in the fast changing atmosphere for peace in the State and w
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Briefing the decisions of the cabinet that lasted for more than three hours, Chief Secretary, Dr. Sudhir S. Bloeria said that the policy aims at providing an opportunity for return of those terrorists who have undergone change of the heart in the fast changing atmosphere for peace in the State and want to shun the path of violence to join mainstream. However, those involved in the heinous crimes will not be entitled to the benefit of the scheme, he added. The Chief Secretary said that under this rehabilitation scheme, the government would provide Rupees 150,000 as rehabilitation incentive in the shape of Fixed Deposit Receipt (FDR) that would be drawn only on completion of 3-years of normal life with good behavior after the surrender. For the sustenance of the surrendered terrorist, Rupees 2000 would be paid as monthly stipend after the surrender.
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January - 31 
Meanwhile, the Kurnool district police chief, N Sanjay, said on January 31 that the demands put forth by PWG Naxalites to secure the release of the Peddamudiam Sub-Inspector (SI) of Police, Madhusudan Rao, would be fulfilled. The SI was abducted by the PWG from Sidhapuram village in Kurnool district
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Meanwhile, the Kurnool district police chief, N Sanjay, said on January 31 that the demands put forth by PWG Naxalites to secure the release of the Peddamudiam Sub-Inspector (SI) of Police, Madhusudan Rao, would be fulfilled. The SI was abducted by the PWG from Sidhapuram village in Kurnool district on January 29. The main demands of the PWG include the unconditional release of the 19 residents of Vadlarampuram village who were arrested for supporting famine raids by the PWG on Indireswaram village and the return of 180 bags of food grain recovered by them.
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February - 1 
In a joint statement issued in Bangkok, on February 1, India and Thailand appealed for unified international action against terrorism and agreed to institutionalize bilateral security cooperation between the two countries. Speaking to media persons after three-day official visit to Thailand, Deput
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In a joint statement issued in Bangkok, on February 1, India and Thailand appealed for unified international action against terrorism and agreed to institutionalize bilateral security cooperation between the two countries. Speaking to media persons after three-day official visit to Thailand, Deputy Prime Minister of India, L K Advani expressed disappointment over the United States not putting enough pressure on Pakistan to stop cross-border terrorism. He said that India expected countries not to help any state, which patronized terrorism financially or otherwise.
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February - 3 
According to media reports, the opposition Congress party has termed the Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC)'s open support to P A Sangma and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) as a dangerous trend in Meghalaya. Quoting Meghalaya Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) president, SC Marak, reports s
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According to media reports, the opposition Congress party has termed the Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC)'s open support to P A Sangma and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) as a dangerous trend in Meghalaya. Quoting Meghalaya Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) president, SC Marak, reports said that the nexus between the NCP and the terrorist outfit has been exposed following the statement of ANVC asking the voters to support Purno Sangma and NCP. He also reiterated his Party’s stand that no politician should be entrusted the task of initiating peace talks with the underground outfits that could end in political mileage of the concerned party.
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February - 3 
Media reports of February 3 have indicated that the Meghalaya based terrorist outfit, Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) has announced its willingness for peace talks with the Union government. Quoting its chairman Dilash Marak, believed to be in Bangladesh, reports said that the ANVC would res
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Media reports of February 3 have indicated that the Meghalaya based terrorist outfit, Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) has announced its willingness for peace talks with the Union government. Quoting its chairman Dilash Marak, believed to be in Bangladesh, reports said that the ANVC would restart peace talks this year with the Centre and the state government and the decision was taken unanimously among the cadres of ANVC at the executive body meeting at an undisclosed location on January 10 last month. The ANVC recently demanded that former Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament) Speaker Purno A. Sangma should be allowed to play the lead role in the peace talks.
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February - 4 
On February 4, the Minister of State for External Affairs Digvijay Singh told the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament) that Pakistan has suggested March 29-30 for talks on establishing bus links between Srinagar and Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). He said in a written reply that Is
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On February 4, the Minister of State for External Affairs Digvijay Singh told the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament) that Pakistan has suggested March 29-30 for talks on establishing bus links between Srinagar and Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). He said in a written reply that Islamabad had also suggested March 8-9 for talks on bus links between Munabao (Rajasthan) and Khokhapar (Sindh). This was in response to India’s proposal for holding technical-level talks for establishment of bus links between Munabao and Khokharapar and between Srinagar and Muzaffarabad in the week of January 12 and 19 respectively.
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February - 4 
Speaking at the commissioning of INS Karmuk, at Kolkata on February 4, the Indian Army Chief General N C Vij expressed concern over the continuing presence of terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan. The General said that even though India’s peace overtures were on, Pakistan had not yet done anything t
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Speaking at the commissioning of INS Karmuk, at Kolkata on February 4, the Indian Army Chief General N C Vij expressed concern over the continuing presence of terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan. The General said that even though India’s peace overtures were on, Pakistan had not yet done anything to demolish the terrorist infrastructure. "Terrorists are still active in Pakistan and are communicating with other insurgent groups in Jammu and Kashmir. Our wireless intercepts show that militant groups are constantly communicating and chatting with each other across the border," he added. The General said though infiltration was down in Jammu and Kashmir as "it is always so during the winter months, it is likely to see a spurt during the summer, especially during May and June. We have put in place a multi-layered security system to prevent infiltration during summer".
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February - 5 
Speaking to the media on the occasion of distribution of cheques to the surrendered Naxalites on February 5, the Vizianagaram district Police chief said that the villagers who challenge the Naxalites will be given a cash award of Rupees One Million as reward for village development. He also urged th
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Speaking to the media on the occasion of distribution of cheques to the surrendered Naxalites on February 5, the Vizianagaram district Police chief said that the villagers who challenge the Naxalites will be given a cash award of Rupees One Million as reward for village development. He also urged the villagers to form defence squads to repulse Naxalite acts.
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February - 6 
According to media reports, Chief of the Army Staff, General N C Vij, reviewed on February 6 the overall law and order situation in the Northeastern States and expressed satisfaction. During his visit to Tripura and Nagaland, the Army Chief discussed the forthcoming Legislative Assembly elections in
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According to media reports, Chief of the Army Staff, General N C Vij, reviewed on February 6 the overall law and order situation in the Northeastern States and expressed satisfaction. During his visit to Tripura and Nagaland, the Army Chief discussed the forthcoming Legislative Assembly elections in these States scheduled for February 26 with the concerned authorities. While speaking in Imphal, Manipur, he said the ongoing Naga peace process was "reported to be progressing well" and that the army had been instructed to remain alert to the terrorist outfits' activities in order to maintain peace in the region, particularly in Manipur. The cease-fire between the Union government and NSCN- Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) is not effective in the State of Manipur.
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February - 6 
Media reports of February 6 indicated that the Meghalaya Chief Minister, DD Lapang, has accused former Lok Sabha Speaker and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader P A Sangma of conniving with the proscribed Achik National Volunteer Force (ANVC) to remain in Meghalaya politics. While reacting to th
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Media reports of February 6 indicated that the Meghalaya Chief Minister, DD Lapang, has accused former Lok Sabha Speaker and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader P A Sangma of conniving with the proscribed Achik National Volunteer Force (ANVC) to remain in Meghalaya politics. While reacting to the ANVC statement which called on the people to strengthen and support Sangma for his endeavor to facilitate the peace process, Lapang said that the statement has clearly showed that the ANVC has links with Sangma.
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February - 10 
Media reports of February 10 indicated that at least five Northeastern terrorist groups are currently holding secret talks with New Delhi. The report quoting Mizoram Chief Minster Zoramthanga further said that to end more than five decades of insurgency in the region, leaders of some outfits based i
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Media reports of February 10 indicated that at least five Northeastern terrorist groups are currently holding secret talks with New Delhi. The report quoting Mizoram Chief Minster Zoramthanga further said that to end more than five decades of insurgency in the region, leaders of some outfits based in Assam, Manipur, Tripura and Meghalaya are engaged in ‘either formal or informal talks’ with the Government of India. However, he didn’t reveal their identities at this stage as it could jeopardize the peace process.
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February - 17 
The general secretary of NNC, V. Nagi, stated that his outfit’s role in reconciliation was now over and they might resort to arms struggle now.
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The general secretary of NNC, V. Nagi, stated that his outfit’s role in reconciliation was now over and they might resort to arms struggle now.
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February - 23 
The Hindu quoting former Lok Sabha (Lower House of the Indian Parliament) Speaker Purno Sangma stated that Myanmar has launched a military operation to flush out anti-India terrorist groups based in that country. However, he declined to give further details or name any of the terrorist groups.
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The Hindu quoting former Lok Sabha (Lower House of the Indian Parliament) Speaker Purno Sangma stated that Myanmar has launched a military operation to flush out anti-India terrorist groups based in that country. However, he declined to give further details or name any of the terrorist groups.
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February - 25 
According to a press release in Guwahati on February 25, the Assam Government has decided to extend the period of ‘general amnesty’ to the members of the terrorist organizations- the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), anti-talks faction of the Unite
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According to a press release in Guwahati on February 25, the Assam Government has decided to extend the period of ‘general amnesty’ to the members of the terrorist organizations- the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), anti-talks faction of the United Peoples’ Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) and anti-talks faction of the Dima Halim Daoga (DHD) till March 31 to enable them to surrender and join the mainstream.
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February - 25 
The separatist front, All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), announced on February 25 the suspension of talks with the Union Government and gave it a deadline till the month-end to stop human rights violations allegedly by security forces to carry forward the dialogue. "The dialogue process with th
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The separatist front, All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), announced on February 25 the suspension of talks with the Union Government and gave it a deadline till the month-end to stop human rights violations allegedly by security forces to carry forward the dialogue. "The dialogue process with the Government is in suspension because there is no evidence of sincerity and seriousness on their part," Hurriyat chairman Maulana Mohammad Abbas Ansari said at a press conference at the front’s headquarters in Srinagar. "There has to be a perceptible change in the ground situation by the end of this month. If not, we will not go for talks with the Centre," added Ansari. While claiming that there was no reduction in human rights violations, Ansari also said "if the chain of events unfolding since the beginning of this month does not break, Hurriyat will take a decision on the talks. We will take to streets... We will not take to arms but to protest is our duty." As many as 18 persons have been killed in custody since January 22, 2004, and another 15 have disappeared during the same period, alleged Ansari.
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March - 8 
Quoting intelligence reports, a media report of March 9 stated that the PWG has deployed ‘Action Teams’ in Srikakulam, Vizianagaram and Vishakhapatnam districts of Andhra Pradesh. About five ‘Action Teams’ are presently moving in Vizianagaram and Srikakulam districts, the report indicated. Visakhapa
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Quoting intelligence reports, a media report of March 9 stated that the PWG has deployed ‘Action Teams’ in Srikakulam, Vizianagaram and Vishakhapatnam districts of Andhra Pradesh. About five ‘Action Teams’ are presently moving in Vizianagaram and Srikakulam districts, the report indicated. Visakhapatnam Range Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police T A Tripathy, however, said, "we do not rule out the possibility of the presence of action teams. But, there was never an incident caused by such action teams in the North Coastal districts. The PWG had been operating through its local guerrilla squads till now. But during this election, they are targeting individuals and making all efforts to create scare among the leaders."
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March - 10 
Inspector General of Police (Kashmir Zone) Rajendra Kumar said on March 10 that the two suicide terrorists who were killed in the gun battle at the Information Headquarters building in Srinagar the previous day were both Pakistani cadres of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT). On the basis of recoveries and r
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Inspector General of Police (Kashmir Zone) Rajendra Kumar said on March 10 that the two suicide terrorists who were killed in the gun battle at the Information Headquarters building in Srinagar the previous day were both Pakistani cadres of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT). On the basis of recoveries and radio intercepts, Kumar identified the duo as Zahid Mehmood alias Abdullah Hanan of Faisalabad and Amir Hazari of Karachi. As reported earlier, the complex housing the Press Information Bureau (PIB) of the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and the State Government’s Directorate of Information on Residency Road, was destroyed in the Fidayeen (suicide squad) attack. According to Daily Excelsior, the Fidayeen attack, followed by the security forces’ operation, caused damage worth Rupees 10 crores to the State Government, PIB, shopkeepers and media personnel.
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March - 11 
The Nation reported that Indian Foreign Secretary Shashank on March 11 in New Delhi has stated that India would cooperate in tackling various anti-Bangladesh groups carrying out insurgency from Indian soil. He reportedly said that the list given by the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) Director General to the
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The Nation reported that Indian Foreign Secretary Shashank on March 11 in New Delhi has stated that India would cooperate in tackling various anti-Bangladesh groups carrying out insurgency from Indian soil. He reportedly said that the list given by the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) Director General to the Indian Border Security Force in Delhi in January 2004 "is available with India." Bangladesh has also raised the matter of India repatriating some 191 ‘criminals and terrorists’, who have allegedly taken shelter in India, and are wanted by Bangladesh courts, the report added.
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March - 15 
While indicating its willingness to enter into a second round of talks with Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani, the separatist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) faction led by Maulvi Abbas Ansari said that a decision on the issue would be taken only after a formal invitation from the Centre. "We
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While indicating its willingness to enter into a second round of talks with Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani, the separatist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) faction led by Maulvi Abbas Ansari said that a decision on the issue would be taken only after a formal invitation from the Centre. "We are ready to move forward on the dialogue process. We will decide whether to hold talks or not only after a formal invitation is received," Ansari told reporters in Srinagar on March 15.
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March - 16 
Media reports stated that the Union Government has invited the United Peoples’ Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) for the second round of talks on the Charter of Demands in New Delhi on March 22. UPDS 'publicity secretary' Tungeh Nongloda in a press release in Diphu on March 16 said that its 'joint secret
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Media reports stated that the Union Government has invited the United Peoples’ Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) for the second round of talks on the Charter of Demands in New Delhi on March 22. UPDS 'publicity secretary' Tungeh Nongloda in a press release in Diphu on March 16 said that its 'joint secretary' W Mukrang would lead a two-member delegation for the proposed talks.
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March - 20 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K), through a press statement on March 20, declared a unilateral cease-fire with all militant organisations for a period of six months beginning March 21. The statement issued by the outfit’s ‘deputy minister’ of the ‘Information and Publicit
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K), through a press statement on March 20, declared a unilateral cease-fire with all militant organisations for a period of six months beginning March 21. The statement issued by the outfit’s ‘deputy minister’ of the ‘Information and Publicity Ministry’, T Seochem Sangtam, said that the declaration would enable the Konyak and Sumi tribes to accelerate their endeavour for peace and unity among the Nagas.
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March - 25 
Mizoram Government and the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) are to resume negotiations on April 25 to find a durable solution to the Bru problems, Mizoram State Home Minister Tawnluia informed the State Legislative Assembly on March 25.
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Mizoram Government and the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) are to resume negotiations on April 25 to find a durable solution to the Bru problems, Mizoram State Home Minister Tawnluia informed the State Legislative Assembly on March 25.
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March - 27 
The second round of the dialogue between the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (AHPC) and the Union Government was held in New Delhi on March 27. It was attended by Home Secretary Anil Baijal, Centre’s interlocutor on J&K, N N Vohra, IB chief K P Singh, and other senior officials. The Hurriyat delegat
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The second round of the dialogue between the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (AHPC) and the Union Government was held in New Delhi on March 27. It was attended by Home Secretary Anil Baijal, Centre’s interlocutor on J&K, N N Vohra, IB chief K P Singh, and other senior officials. The Hurriyat delegation was represented by chairman Maulvi Abbas Ansari, Prof Abdul Ghani Bhat, Mirwaiz Omar Farooq and Bilal Lone. Speaking after the two-hour meeting, the Deputy Prime Minister Mr L K Advani asserted that improved relations between India and Pakistan would have an impact on the overall situation in Jammu and Kashmir and the January 6 joint statement issued in Islamabad was a very important step in normalising the relations. Mr Advani said major developments in the State had been the holding of free and fair elections which the world had witnessed, the increasing tourist inflow and the successful holding of the Amarnath Yatra. Disclosing that the third round of the talks would be held sometime in June, during which "substantive issues" would be discussed, Mr Advani said two main issues——alleged human rights violations and release of detenus-were taken up at the meeting. Asked to identify the "substantive issues," he said "it all depends on what is in their mind. We have not imposed any conditions."
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March - 30 
In response to the Meghalaya Chief Minister’s call for surrender, Bobby Marwein has reportedly said that he would not lay down arms until there is a ‘concrete agreement’ with the Union Government over the issues related to the ‘movement’ of the outfit.
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In response to the Meghalaya Chief Minister’s call for surrender, Bobby Marwein has reportedly said that he would not lay down arms until there is a ‘concrete agreement’ with the Union Government over the issues related to the ‘movement’ of the outfit.
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March - 30 
The Army has said that the cease-fire on the borders between India and Pakistan was holding and that infiltration has decreased. "The Line of Control (LoC) is peaceful. There has been no violation of cease-fire. Both sides ensured that peace and tranquility is maintained," Lt Gen Hari Prasad, Genera
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The Army has said that the cease-fire on the borders between India and Pakistan was holding and that infiltration has decreased. "The Line of Control (LoC) is peaceful. There has been no violation of cease-fire. Both sides ensured that peace and tranquility is maintained," Lt Gen Hari Prasad, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Northern Command, told reporters in Srinagar on March 30. While stating that infiltration has come down considerably, he also pointed out that it was not an unusual phenomenon during this period of the season. The exact position about infiltration could be judged in May-June when the snow melts on the mountain peaks, he added.
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March - 30 
The Shillong Times quoting the East Khasi Hills Superintendent of Police A S Rynjah stated on March 30 that at least 50 senior cadres of the outlawed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) are likely to surrender soon. Rynjah added that the HNLC 'Chairman' Julius K Dorphang’s surrender could
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The Shillong Times quoting the East Khasi Hills Superintendent of Police A S Rynjah stated on March 30 that at least 50 senior cadres of the outlawed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) are likely to surrender soon. Rynjah added that the HNLC 'Chairman' Julius K Dorphang’s surrender could not be ruled out as he was allegedly not having ‘good terms’ with the self-styled 'commander-in-chief' Bobby Marwein.
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March - 31 
Speaking to the media in Dhaka, Foreign Minister M Morshed Khan ruled out the possibility of handing over United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) leader Anup Chetia who is now in jail, to the Indian authorities. He reportedly said that "law will take its own course. The government should refrain from
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Speaking to the media in Dhaka, Foreign Minister M Morshed Khan ruled out the possibility of handing over United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) leader Anup Chetia who is now in jail, to the Indian authorities. He reportedly said that "law will take its own course. The government should refrain from taking any measure which disrupts the judicial process." Ruling out the possibility of signing an extradition treaty with India he said, "I have no knowledge of any negotiation going on at any level between the two countries on such a treaty."
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April - 1 
Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani addressing an election rally at Himmatnagar in the State of Gujarat on April 1 ruled out any cease-fire with terrorist groups in Jammu and Kashmir. "There is nothing as such at the moment," he said when asked by reporters if there was possibility of a truce.
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Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani addressing an election rally at Himmatnagar in the State of Gujarat on April 1 ruled out any cease-fire with terrorist groups in Jammu and Kashmir. "There is nothing as such at the moment," he said when asked by reporters if there was possibility of a truce.
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April - 5 
Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, speaking to the media in Guwahati on April 5, said that the possibility of a terrorist strike ahead of the Parliamentary elections in the State could not be ruled out. However, he assured that all necessary steps were being taken to foil such attempts.
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Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, speaking to the media in Guwahati on April 5, said that the possibility of a terrorist strike ahead of the Parliamentary elections in the State could not be ruled out. However, he assured that all necessary steps were being taken to foil such attempts.
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April - 5 
The Government on April 5 condemned the attacks on Indian cargo vehicles by the Nepalese Maoists at various places in which a number of Indian nationals were wounded and several oil tankers and cargo vehicles were set ablaze. According to a statement released by the Ministry of External Affairs spok
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The Government on April 5 condemned the attacks on Indian cargo vehicles by the Nepalese Maoists at various places in which a number of Indian nationals were wounded and several oil tankers and cargo vehicles were set ablaze. According to a statement released by the Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson in Delhi, "Government of India strongly condemns the attack on Indian cargo vehicles by CPN (Maoist) insurgents at various places in Nepal in which a number of Indian nationals were shot and seriously wounded and several oil tankers and cargo vehicles were burnt and destroyed. This is a blatant act of terrorism and its perpetrators must be apprehended and punished for their crimes. The Government of India holds the leadership of CPN (Maoists) responsible for these incidents. The Government of India also requests His Majesty’s Government of Nepal to provide full security for Indian personnel and property in Nepal."
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April - 7 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) has reportedly criticized the resolution adopted by the State unit of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on the political issue and the recent statement made by the convenor of ruling Democratic Alliance of Nagaland (DAN) and present BJP leg
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) has reportedly criticized the resolution adopted by the State unit of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on the political issue and the recent statement made by the convenor of ruling Democratic Alliance of Nagaland (DAN) and present BJP legislator and former Chief Minister Dr Hokishe Sema for his suggestion on Naga integration Issues. Akaho Assumi, 'deputy secretary' of the 'publicity wing 'of the NSCN-IM, ' reportedly stated that Hokishe Sema’s suggestion to create more than one State for the Nagas with special status would be a blunder and act of betrayal.
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April - 10 
The Indian Deputy Prime Minister, L.K. Advani has expressed concern over the growing Maoist activities in Nepal and its possible spread in India. During a meeting in Jharkhand state in India he said that "due to instability in Nepal, the Maoist element has been attempting to spread their network fro
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The Indian Deputy Prime Minister, L.K. Advani has expressed concern over the growing Maoist activities in Nepal and its possible spread in India. During a meeting in Jharkhand state in India he said that "due to instability in Nepal, the Maoist element has been attempting to spread their network from Bihar to Andhra Pradesh (in India)."
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April - 10 
The ULFA chairman Arabinda Rajkhowa in a press statement reportedly denied that the outfit is trying to disrupt the general elections in Assam. Rajkhowa said that ULFA "has nothing to do with the elections as it does not believe in the Constitutional process of the country."
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The ULFA chairman Arabinda Rajkhowa in a press statement reportedly denied that the outfit is trying to disrupt the general elections in Assam. Rajkhowa said that ULFA "has nothing to do with the elections as it does not believe in the Constitutional process of the country."
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April - 20 
Chief Electoral Officer A K Vijayvargie said in the capital Raipur that "In a bid to enforce poll boycott, naxalites looted EVMs [Electronic Voting Machines] at as many as seven places [Sonapal, Kosalnar, Farasgaon, Kejem, Markabeda, Rengagodi and Patarpara] in Bastar Lok Sabha seat resulting in sus
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Chief Electoral Officer A K Vijayvargie said in the capital Raipur that "In a bid to enforce poll boycott, naxalites looted EVMs [Electronic Voting Machines] at as many as seven places [Sonapal, Kosalnar, Farasgaon, Kejem, Markabeda, Rengagodi and Patarpara] in Bastar Lok Sabha seat resulting in suspension of polling in many centres." He added that Naxalites looted EVMs at Mandagaon and Kiskodi in the Kanker district.
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April - 22 
The President of Tripura People’s Democratic Front (TPDF), political wing of the outlawed All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), Ranjit Debbarma, stated on April 22 that he would come to the negotiating table if the Union Government fulfilled three preconditions The first precondition was that those who ha
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The President of Tripura People’s Democratic Front (TPDF), political wing of the outlawed All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), Ranjit Debbarma, stated on April 22 that he would come to the negotiating table if the Union Government fulfilled three preconditions The first precondition was that those who had entered Tripura after 1949 and whose names did not figure in the voters’ list of 1952 should be declared foreigners. Secondly, the issue of sovereignty should be a point of discussion during the peace talks and thirdly, a representative of the United Nations would remain present during the talks.
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April - 26 
Reports from Meghalaya have indicated that the East Khasi Hills civil administration has clamped night curfew along the porous international border following reports of arms being ferried into India from neighbouring Bangladesh. In a statement issued in the State capital Shillong on April 26, the Ea
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Reports from Meghalaya have indicated that the East Khasi Hills civil administration has clamped night curfew along the porous international border following reports of arms being ferried into India from neighbouring Bangladesh. In a statement issued in the State capital Shillong on April 26, the East Khasi Hills Deputy Commissioner Donald P Wahlang said that the step was taken after "Information was received that arms are being smuggled into India from Bangladesh across the border of East Khasi Hills by some persons or group of persons." However, the State Director General of Police, L Sailo, while speaking to reporters denied that there was any attempt by terrorists to smuggle weapons into Meghalaya from Bangladesh. "I have no knowledge about the order of the Deputy Commissioner but it could have been part of preventive measure," said Sailo.
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April - 28 
Nayanbashi Jamatiya, leader of one of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) factions, has said that the peace agreement he is expected to sign with the Indian authorities will be within the framework of the Constitution. Assam Tribune has reported that Nayanbashi called on the Tripura Gove
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Nayanbashi Jamatiya, leader of one of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) factions, has said that the peace agreement he is expected to sign with the Indian authorities will be within the framework of the Constitution. Assam Tribune has reported that Nayanbashi called on the Tripura Governor D N Sahaya on April 28 and later said, "I thank the Governor and Chief Minister of Tripura for the initiatives they have taken for peace. The agreement would be signed within the framework of Constitution of India." Meanwhile, the Governor opined that "Peace and prosperity are main issues for the talks that are on the pipeline. Our discussion (with Nayanbashi and his men) was held in a cordial atmosphere. He (Nayanbashi) assured his all cooperation for bringing peace in the State." Tripura Director General of Police, G M Srivastava, later indicated that about 150 cadres would surrender with firearms as soon as all formalities are completed.
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April - 29 
The United States has added the left-wing extremist (also called Naxalite) People’s War Group (PWG) and Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) in its Terrorist Exclusion List, according to the annual report - Patterns of Global Terrorism - released by the US State Department on April 29. The PWG and MCC are
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The United States has added the left-wing extremist (also called Naxalite) People’s War Group (PWG) and Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) in its Terrorist Exclusion List, according to the annual report - Patterns of Global Terrorism - released by the US State Department on April 29. The PWG and MCC are among the four Indian outfits the United States has added to the terror list. The others include the Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) and International Sikh Youth Federation (ISYF). Welcoming the inclusion of the PWG on the US terror list, Andhra Pradesh Home Minister T Devender Goud told Deccan Chronicle on April 30 that "We have been maintaining right from the beginning that the Naxals have been indulging in violence and destruction. The inclusion of the PWG in the terror list only vindicates our stand." The Director General of Police S R Sukumara, however, said "I don’t see how this development is going to change anything. I am not even sure of the implications."
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May - 4 
Speaking at a seminar on ‘Security Issues in South East Asia’ in Shillong, Meghalaya, on May 4, J.N. Choudhury, Joint Director of the Subsidiary Intelligence Bureau, reportedly stated that the Bangladeshi Directorate General of Forces' Intelligence (DGFI) was sheltering terrorists active in India’s
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Speaking at a seminar on ‘Security Issues in South East Asia’ in Shillong, Meghalaya, on May 4, J.N. Choudhury, Joint Director of the Subsidiary Intelligence Bureau, reportedly stated that the Bangladeshi Directorate General of Forces' Intelligence (DGFI) was sheltering terrorists active in India’s Northeast. He also said that DGFI was supporting the Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence’s (ISI) proxy war in Northeast. According to Hindustan Times, alleging that the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) to be hand-in-glove with the DGFI, Choudhury said, "The NSCN's liaison office in Dhaka, which is headed by Anthony Shimrey, maintains a close working relationship with the DGFI." Another official, R. Chandranathan, stated at the seminar that Bangladeshi youth had participated in the Afghan war and a significant number of them continued to be active members of Pan-Islamist groups.
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May - 16 
A People’s War Group (PWG) spokesperson, Malkapuram Bhaskar alias Chandranna, in an interview stated that the new Government should immediately initiate steps to repeal the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 (POTA), de-proscribe the PWG, put an end to the policy of ‘encounter killings’ and order a ju
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A People’s War Group (PWG) spokesperson, Malkapuram Bhaskar alias Chandranna, in an interview stated that the new Government should immediately initiate steps to repeal the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 (POTA), de-proscribe the PWG, put an end to the policy of ‘encounter killings’ and order a judicial inquiry into the ‘fake encounter killings’ in the past. Separately, The Hindu has reported that a PWG leader, said to be ‘central organiser’ of the Rachankonda dalam (squad), addressing a village assembly at Devulamma Nagaram village in Nalgonda district on May 16, has claimed that it "will physically eliminate'' Telugu Desam Party (TDP) leaders, including the former Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. He also said that the PWG would not be silent if the new Government adopted the same polices.
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May - 16 
According to the Pioneer, indicating a major shift in the policy of countering left-wing extremist (also called Naxalite) violence, the police have stopped combing operations. State Director General of Police, S R Sukumara, said that Superintendents of Police have been directed to stop combing opera
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According to the Pioneer, indicating a major shift in the policy of countering left-wing extremist (also called Naxalite) violence, the police have stopped combing operations. State Director General of Police, S R Sukumara, said that Superintendents of Police have been directed to stop combing operations with immediate effect and remove all police camps from the forest areas. The elite anti-Naxalite force - Greyhounds- was reportedly being recalled from the Naxalite-infested forest areas. He said that this was part of the new Government (the Congress party won the recent Assembly elections) policy to create a congenial atmosphere in the State. He, however, added that in case of a Naxalite attack, the police will respond.
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May - 16 
Over 5,000 people reportedly attended the birth centennial of the founder of Naga insurgency, Angami Zapfu Phizo, amidst two bomb blasts and a warning from the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) on May 16 in Kohima. The event also coincided with the Naga 53rd "plebiscite da
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Over 5,000 people reportedly attended the birth centennial of the founder of Naga insurgency, Angami Zapfu Phizo, amidst two bomb blasts and a warning from the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) on May 16 in Kohima. The event also coincided with the Naga 53rd "plebiscite day". Meanwhile, Naga National Council (NNC) president Adino Phizo, in a message from London said, "National stand on sovereignty is unassailable. There can be no excuse for India to continue dallying with outfits led by vested interest peripheral to Nagaland politics and no mandate to represent Nagaland. Such outfits in nexus with the Indian army have been seen a threat to peace in neighboring Indian states and Nagaland in recent times."
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May - 20 
Alleging that it was ‘cheated’ by the previous Telugu Desam Party (TDP) Government in Andhra Pradesh, the outlawed left-wing extremist (also called Naxalite) outfit People's War Group (PWG) has put some pre-conditions in front of the new Congress Government to come to the negotiating table. The outf
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Alleging that it was ‘cheated’ by the previous Telugu Desam Party (TDP) Government in Andhra Pradesh, the outlawed left-wing extremist (also called Naxalite) outfit People's War Group (PWG) has put some pre-conditions in front of the new Congress Government to come to the negotiating table. The outfit "has bitter experience of being cheated by the previous Government when the negotiations were on, as the police continued to kill its members in the name of encounter," PWG ‘State secretary’, Ramakrishna, said in a statement on May 20. "Before launching the dialogue, the Government should stop the encounters, lift the ban on the PW [PWG is also referred to as People’s War], announce ceasefire and order judicial probe into all fake encounters," he said, adding "if the Government meets these demands, the PW will reciprocate by observing the ceasefire." Ramakrishna warned that "if the conditions were not met by the present Government, it would face the renewed extremist violence." The new State Government headed by Chief Minister Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy had offered to hold unconditional talks with the PWG shortly after assuming office last week. In the PWG's first response to the offer for talks, Ramakrishna said discussions on "people's problems" could take place only after the Government met the four conditions.
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May - 21 
Chief of the Army Staff, General N C Vij, said in Srinagar on May 21 that the cease-fire on the India-Pakistan border was still holding although there were about 3500 trained terrorists waiting across the border in about 95 camps to infiltrate into India. Barring five to six minor infiltration attem
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Chief of the Army Staff, General N C Vij, said in Srinagar on May 21 that the cease-fire on the India-Pakistan border was still holding although there were about 3500 trained terrorists waiting across the border in about 95 camps to infiltrate into India. Barring five to six minor infiltration attempts in the Jammu sector and two in Kashmir, the situation all along the Line of Control (LoC) and International Border (IB) is normal, he said. "The ceasefire is still holding and there is no report of any violation," General Vij told reporters after visiting forward areas. He also said there are about 95 training camps in Pakistan where terrorists are securing arms training. "The information gathered from different quarters suggests that there are 3000 to 3500 militants waiting across the border to sneak into this side," the Army chief said.
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May - 21 
Maulana Abbas Ansari, chief of a faction of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), offered on May 21 to step down as chairman for the sake of greater unity among Kashmiri separatists and invited the estranged leadership to join back the Hurriyat fold within a month. According to Daily Excelsior
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Maulana Abbas Ansari, chief of a faction of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), offered on May 21 to step down as chairman for the sake of greater unity among Kashmiri separatists and invited the estranged leadership to join back the Hurriyat fold within a month. According to Daily Excelsior, while naming the former chairman Mirwaiz Omar Farooq as new head of the group, Ansari opined that Pakistan alone could not decide their future. Ansari said "I’m ready to step down as the chairman of the Hurriyat for the sake of unity. I’m giving them (Jamaat-e-Islami, JKLF, Peoples League [Sheikh Aziz group]) one month to rejoin and let founder chairman of the Hurriyat, Mirwaiz be the new chairman of the conglomerate."
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May - 23 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) group’s 'publicity chief' K. Mulatonu said on May 23 that the outfit would soon begin peace talks with the new Congress-led Union Government in New Delhi. "Before we start the talks, we want New Delhi to appoint an interlocutor who knows a
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) group’s 'publicity chief' K. Mulatonu said on May 23 that the outfit would soon begin peace talks with the new Congress-led Union Government in New Delhi. "Before we start the talks, we want New Delhi to appoint an interlocutor who knows and understands the problems of the region well", added Mulatonu.
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May - 26 
The Mizoram Government has endorsed the draft proposals for laying down of arms by the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) cadres and repatriation of Brus lodged in the Tripura relief camps, said State Chief Secretary H. V. Lalringa on May 26. Mizoram Government had held 11 rounds of talks with the
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The Mizoram Government has endorsed the draft proposals for laying down of arms by the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) cadres and repatriation of Brus lodged in the Tripura relief camps, said State Chief Secretary H. V. Lalringa on May 26. Mizoram Government had held 11 rounds of talks with the BNLF to solve the Bru problem and the proposed 12th round, which was postponed due to the recent general elections, is expected to be held in June.
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May - 26 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) has reportedly expressed hope that the new Union Government would take the Naga peace process initiated seven years ago to its logical conclusion. The outfit’s General Secretary Thuingaleng Muivah, in a press statement issued on May 26
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) has reportedly expressed hope that the new Union Government would take the Naga peace process initiated seven years ago to its logical conclusion. The outfit’s General Secretary Thuingaleng Muivah, in a press statement issued on May 26 said, "We warmly congratulate the new Congress-led government. We do hope they are for peace and an honourable solution."
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May - 27 
The Union Government’s interlocutor for the Naga peace talks, K Padmanabhaiah, in a media interview on May 27, assured to continue the ongoing peace process in Nagaland. He was quoted as saying "The momentum of the talks would be maintained and the next round of talks with the National Socialist Cou
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The Union Government’s interlocutor for the Naga peace talks, K Padmanabhaiah, in a media interview on May 27, assured to continue the ongoing peace process in Nagaland. He was quoted as saying "The momentum of the talks would be maintained and the next round of talks with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) will be held in June".
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May - 28 
The Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister, Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy, has asked the PWG to eschew violence. "We have expressed our willingness to hold talks with the People's War. It should respect our initiative for a ceasefire. In fact, both sides should maintain utmost restraint with the decks having been c
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The Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister, Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy, has asked the PWG to eschew violence. "We have expressed our willingness to hold talks with the People's War. It should respect our initiative for a ceasefire. In fact, both sides should maintain utmost restraint with the decks having been cleared for an open dialogue," he told the media in the capital Hyderabad on May 28.
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May - 31 
Addressing a gathering in Imphal East district, Lok Sabha (Lower House of the Parliament) Member, Dr Thokchom Meinya, reportedly reiterated that insurgency in Manipur could be solved through a political solution and by no other means.
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Addressing a gathering in Imphal East district, Lok Sabha (Lower House of the Parliament) Member, Dr Thokchom Meinya, reportedly reiterated that insurgency in Manipur could be solved through a political solution and by no other means.
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May - 31 
India on May 31 condemned the terrorist attack by suspected Al Qaeda operatives in the Al Khobar city of Saudi Arabia a day earlier, in which 22 people, including eight Indians, were killed. "The Indian casualties were victims of the circumstances rather than pre-meditated targets for attack," said
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India on May 31 condemned the terrorist attack by suspected Al Qaeda operatives in the Al Khobar city of Saudi Arabia a day earlier, in which 22 people, including eight Indians, were killed. "The Indian casualties were victims of the circumstances rather than pre-meditated targets for attack," said an External Affairs Ministry spokesperson. He said the Indian Embassy in Riyadh had placed two teams in Al Khobar for rendering consular and other assistance, including informing the next of kin and for the repatriation of the bodies to India. The Embassy would also address the issue of compensation with the Saudi authorities concerned, he added. Saudi Arabia's elite commandos had stormed the housing complex, shot dead at least two Al Qaeda operatives and freed over 50 people held captive by the terrorists, ending a 25-hour hostage crisis. The terrorists had earlier carried out multiple strikes in which 22 people, including eight Indians, were killed.
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May - 31 
The Tripura Chief Minster, Manik Sarkar, informed the State Legislative Assembly on May 31 that his Government is not in favour of an extension of the cease-fire agreement with the Nayanbasi Jamatia faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT), which was signed on April 15, 2004. He al
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The Tripura Chief Minster, Manik Sarkar, informed the State Legislative Assembly on May 31 that his Government is not in favour of an extension of the cease-fire agreement with the Nayanbasi Jamatia faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT), which was signed on April 15, 2004. He also said that the Government, would alternatively, "want the insurgents to come over ground and lay down arms within six months."
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June - 1 
The External Affairs Minister, Natwar Singh, announced on June 1 that India-Pakistan expert-level talks on nuclear confidence building measures would take place in Delhi on June 19-20 while the Foreign Secretaries would meet for the first round of their resumed composite dialogue on June 27-28. The
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The External Affairs Minister, Natwar Singh, announced on June 1 that India-Pakistan expert-level talks on nuclear confidence building measures would take place in Delhi on June 19-20 while the Foreign Secretaries would meet for the first round of their resumed composite dialogue on June 27-28. The future of India-Pakistan relations, the Minister said, did not lie in the past. "We cannot forget the past, neither can we be prisoners of the past" added Singh.
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June - 2 
The Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil, following a meeting with the Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio in New Delhi on June 2, is reported to have said that the Union Government would contact the leadership of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) for initiating a dialogu
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The Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil, following a meeting with the Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio in New Delhi on June 2, is reported to have said that the Union Government would contact the leadership of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) for initiating a dialogue process at the earliest. Rio said after the meeting that "The Home minister assured me that the dialogue process will continue and he will be getting in touch with the Naga outfit’s leadership at the earliest."
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June - 4 
On June 4, India’s External Affairs Minister, K Natwar Singh, on his first official visit to Nepal said India was committed to supporting Nepal in combating its problems. The policy of the new Indian Government is to continue to "extend to the friendly people of Nepal, India’s full support in their
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On June 4, India’s External Affairs Minister, K Natwar Singh, on his first official visit to Nepal said India was committed to supporting Nepal in combating its problems. The policy of the new Indian Government is to continue to "extend to the friendly people of Nepal, India’s full support in their endeavour to overcome the challenges confronting their country," Singh said. However, neither did he mention any specific areas where India would help Nepal, nor did he disclose the agenda for talks with the leaders of political parties, including the newly-appointed Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba. Singh added that it was no coincidence that Nepal was the first country he visited after assuming office. It only "reflects the importance we attach to Nepal and our desire to consolidate and further develop our already wide-ranging ties with her," he said.
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June - 4 
The Andhra Pradesh Government on June 4 announced the withdrawal of bounties on top leaders of the outlawed People's War Group (PWG) in an attempt to solve the three-decade left-wing extremist problem in the State. The announcement was made in the Legislative Assembly by Home Minister for State K Ja
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The Andhra Pradesh Government on June 4 announced the withdrawal of bounties on top leaders of the outlawed People's War Group (PWG) in an attempt to solve the three-decade left-wing extremist problem in the State. The announcement was made in the Legislative Assembly by Home Minister for State K Jana Reddy. "We will adopt a firm but humane approach to solve the problem. Civil liberties groups and some intellectuals have, on several occasions, expressed doubts on the genuineness of certain encounters. The government, therefore, has decided to adopt the policy of stopping rewards on the Naxalites [left-wing extremists]," he said. The Police had, in the past, announced rewards on the heads of at least 1,100 Naxalites ranging from Rupees 25,000 to Rupees 12 lakh. The Minister also announced that police would not pursue the armed Naxalite squads into the jungles to avoid loss of human life. "We expect the armed extremist groups not to visit habitations or indulge in intimidation, extortion or other forms of violence. It is the government’s responsibility to ensure that people in general live in peace and without fear. The government would take all steps to explore avenues for a lasting solution to reduce violence in the State," he added.
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June - 4 
The newly appointed Indian Foreign Minister, Natwar Singh, is to arrive in Kathmandu on June 4-afternoon for a two-day visit, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. During his visit, Singh is expected to discuss issues affecting bilateral relations and is scheduled to meet with King Gyanendra
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The newly appointed Indian Foreign Minister, Natwar Singh, is to arrive in Kathmandu on June 4-afternoon for a two-day visit, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. During his visit, Singh is expected to discuss issues affecting bilateral relations and is scheduled to meet with King Gyanendra, the Prime Minister, leaders of various political parties and diplomats.
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June - 5 
According to media reports of June 5, the Meghalaya Government is planing to take up the issue of terrorist camps based in Bangladesh with the Union Government. Chief Minister D D Lapang and Home Minister Robert G Lyngdoh will visit New Delhi in the end of June to meet Union Home Minister Shivraj Pa
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According to media reports of June 5, the Meghalaya Government is planing to take up the issue of terrorist camps based in Bangladesh with the Union Government. Chief Minister D D Lapang and Home Minister Robert G Lyngdoh will visit New Delhi in the end of June to meet Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil to discuss the insurgency situation prevailing in the State and the issue of terrorist camps located in Bangladesh.
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June - 6 
On June 6, the Assam Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi, speaking to the media at Jorhat, said that a special package for surrendered United Liberation Front of Asom (SULFA) cadres would soon be announced by the Union Government. He informed that currently "there are 7000 surrendered militants in the State
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On June 6, the Assam Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi, speaking to the media at Jorhat, said that a special package for surrendered United Liberation Front of Asom (SULFA) cadres would soon be announced by the Union Government. He informed that currently "there are 7000 surrendered militants in the State" and "a special rehabilitation package for them would be announced very soon."
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June - 8 
The Andhra Pradesh Government, on June 8, extended an open invitation to left-wing extremists (also called Naxalites) of the People’s War Group (PWG) for peace talks. Talking to the media at the state secretariat in Hyderabad, Home Minister K. Jana Reddy said the Government would constitute a commit
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The Andhra Pradesh Government, on June 8, extended an open invitation to left-wing extremists (also called Naxalites) of the People’s War Group (PWG) for peace talks. Talking to the media at the state secretariat in Hyderabad, Home Minister K. Jana Reddy said the Government would constitute a committee to facilitate talks as soon as the PWG responded to the invitation. The Minister's announcement came amidst a series of initiatives taken by the Government, including withdrawal of rewards on Naxalites, to create a conducive atmosphere for reviving the stalled talks.
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June - 8 
The Naxalite group is reported to have responded positively announcing that it was ready for a simultaneous implementation of cease-fire. PWG ‘secretary’ Ramakrishna told Deccan Chronicle over phone that the organisation was prepared to negotiate through talks. He said that the Government should inv
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The Naxalite group is reported to have responded positively announcing that it was ready for a simultaneous implementation of cease-fire. PWG ‘secretary’ Ramakrishna told Deccan Chronicle over phone that the organisation was prepared to negotiate through talks. He said that the Government should involve all those who were playing an active role in restoring peace in a democratic manner. The PWG demanded that the Government should withdraw rewards for the capture/killing of Naxalites who were underground. He also said police officials should not be involved in the negotiations. Ramakrishna further added that the police should immediately stop combing operations and allow the PWG to carry on with its political campaign and maintain restraint. However, a report in The Hindu indicated that the PWG has rejected the Chief Minister Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy's appeal that its armed cadre should confine themselves to forest areas arguing that it has every right to propagate its ideology as a political party. However, it has sought to assure the Government that its cadre will not resort to any `armed actions,' if Government forces also observe `restraint.'
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June - 8 
The ULFA chairman, Arabinda Rajkhowa, in an interview with a Guwahati-based vernacular newspaper on June 8 said that any negotiation process with the Government must include a discussion on the sovereignty of Assam. He said, "There’s no question of giving up the primary goal of attaining an independ
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The ULFA chairman, Arabinda Rajkhowa, in an interview with a Guwahati-based vernacular newspaper on June 8 said that any negotiation process with the Government must include a discussion on the sovereignty of Assam. He said, "There’s no question of giving up the primary goal of attaining an independent Assam after so many sacrifices during the 25-year-long struggle."
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June - 9 
The Andhra Pradesh Director General of Police, S R Sukumara, said in Warangal district on June 9 that the police would not lay any conditions for Government’s talks with the outlawed People’s War Group (PWG). "There will be no conditions from our side for the talks. We will not hamper the talks," sa
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The Andhra Pradesh Director General of Police, S R Sukumara, said in Warangal district on June 9 that the police would not lay any conditions for Government’s talks with the outlawed People’s War Group (PWG). "There will be no conditions from our side for the talks. We will not hamper the talks," said Sukumara. Commenting on the recent surrender of left-wing extremists (also called Naxalites) and its impact on the proposed peace talks, he stated that these surrenders were primarily from the Janashakti group and would not affect the dialogue process.
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June - 11 
Commenting on the whereabouts of Nirmalendu Langthasa, son of senior Minister G C Langthasa, who was abducted by suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists on April 27, 2004, the Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said in Guwahati on June 11 that "We think he is alive." There is no ot
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Commenting on the whereabouts of Nirmalendu Langthasa, son of senior Minister G C Langthasa, who was abducted by suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists on April 27, 2004, the Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said in Guwahati on June 11 that "We think he is alive." There is no other news about him, added the Chief Minister. The ULFA, which had reportedly demanded the release of 11 of its top leaders in exchange for the release of Nirmalendu, has not made any formal demand to the Government, disclosed Gogoi. He also stated that the ULFA has joined hands with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM). According to Gogoi, the understanding between the two outfits "comes as a serious blow to the law and order situation for the State and, therefore, has become a cause for worry." According to intelligence sources in Assam, the recent rapprochement between the two has been established when the ULFA is on the look out for new bases, especially after its hideouts in Bhutan were destroyed by the Royal Bhutanese Army in December 2003.
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June - 11 
The Asom Gana Parishad president Brindaban Goswami appealed on June 11 to the militant groups to release Nirmalendu. He has also asked the Government to consider ULFA’s demand to release their leaders who went missing during the December 2003-Bhutan military operations on humanitarian ground, accord
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The Asom Gana Parishad president Brindaban Goswami appealed on June 11 to the militant groups to release Nirmalendu. He has also asked the Government to consider ULFA’s demand to release their leaders who went missing during the December 2003-Bhutan military operations on humanitarian ground, according to Northeast Tribune.
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June - 11 
The Union Government has decided to repeal the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 (POTA). Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil said in Delhi on June 11 that the Government has taken a 'decision in principle' to repeal POTA but would not 'leave things in vaccum' and amend the existing laws to tackle terr
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The Union Government has decided to repeal the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 (POTA). Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil said in Delhi on June 11 that the Government has taken a 'decision in principle' to repeal POTA but would not 'leave things in vaccum' and amend the existing laws to tackle terrorism. The Minister observed that the intention with which the anti-terrorism law was enacted was not achieved. "We are not going to leave things in a vacuum. These problems can be solved. We will amend the existing laws," he replied when asked whether the fight against terrorism could suffer if POTA was repealed. Patil, however, declined to give any specific timeframe by when the POTA would be removed from the statute book.
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June - 11 
The Union Home Minister, Shivraj Patil, said in Delhi on June 11 that the Government was in the process of finalising the next course of action in the Naga peace process, even as he ruled out redrawing of the territorial boundaries of the North Eastern States. Patil’s statement came even as a delega
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The Union Home Minister, Shivraj Patil, said in Delhi on June 11 that the Government was in the process of finalising the next course of action in the Naga peace process, even as he ruled out redrawing of the territorial boundaries of the North Eastern States. Patil’s statement came even as a delegation of the Naga Hoho, an apex body of the tribal organisations of Nagaland, lodged a protest over the Union Government’s pledge not to redraw the territorial boundaries of the North Eastern States. They wanted the Government to scrap the clause from the Common Minimum Programme (CMP). On the issue of territorial integrity, the Minister said that the Government would shortly clarify its stand to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM).
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June - 12 
Nagaland Finance Minister K Therie has reportedly expressed concern over the movement of armed cadres of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) in battle fatigues violating the cease-fire ground rules in the Tuensang, Mon and Phek districts of Nagaland. Therie indicated these d
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Nagaland Finance Minister K Therie has reportedly expressed concern over the movement of armed cadres of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) in battle fatigues violating the cease-fire ground rules in the Tuensang, Mon and Phek districts of Nagaland. Therie indicated these developments while addressing the general session of the Chakhesang Public Organisation at Pfutsero in Phek district on June 12.
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June - 12 
On June 12, opposition leader and Congress chief Lalthanhawla alleged that terrorists belonging to the Manipur-based outfit, the Zomi Revolutionary Organization (ZRO), are being given shelter in Champhai, constituency of the Chief minister Zoramthanga which borders Manipur. Earlier, on November 14,
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On June 12, opposition leader and Congress chief Lalthanhawla alleged that terrorists belonging to the Manipur-based outfit, the Zomi Revolutionary Organization (ZRO), are being given shelter in Champhai, constituency of the Chief minister Zoramthanga which borders Manipur. Earlier, on November 14, 2003, eight ZRO terrorists were arrested along with arms and ammunition from Champhai prior to the State Assembly elections and were alleged to have campaigned in favour of the Mizo National Front.
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June - 12 
United News of India (UNI), quoting highly placed sources in the Jharkhand State Home Department said on June 12, that the left wing extremists of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) and the Peoples’ War Group (PWG) are being provided with sophisticated arms by the terrorist groups operating in India’
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United News of India (UNI), quoting highly placed sources in the Jharkhand State Home Department said on June 12, that the left wing extremists of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) and the Peoples’ War Group (PWG) are being provided with sophisticated arms by the terrorist groups operating in India’s northeast. The report further said outfits like the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), having their bases in Bangladesh have been asked by the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan to assist the MCC and the PWG to spread the network of terror to the neighbouring states of Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar and West Bengal. Most of the sophisticated arms currently being used by the Left-wing extremists in Jharkhand have been smuggled from Bangladesh. The sources, however, suggested that there is no evidence of the terrorists in Jharkhand being provided with training by their north-eastern counterparts in using such weapons.
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June - 14 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) ‘Deputy Kilonser’ (minister) Kughalu Mulatonu after his return to Nagaland from Delhi recently is reported to have said that his outfit would hold talks with the Union Government shortly. He said, "Our collective leadership is to hold disc
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) ‘Deputy Kilonser’ (minister) Kughalu Mulatonu after his return to Nagaland from Delhi recently is reported to have said that his outfit would hold talks with the Union Government shortly. He said, "Our collective leadership is to hold discussions shortly, paving the way for our leader’s visit later this year."
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June - 15 
According to media reports, Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh has urged the Union Government to rein the erring National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM). While addressing a discussion group in Imphal, Ibobi Singh reiterated that the armed members of the NSCN-IM were active
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According to media reports, Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh has urged the Union Government to rein the erring National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM). While addressing a discussion group in Imphal, Ibobi Singh reiterated that the armed members of the NSCN-IM were active in Manipur in spite of the group being engaged in peace talks with the Union Government.
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June - 15 
Assamese filmmaker Jahnu Barua, on June 15, offered to mediate between the Government and the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA). Releasing an appeal for peace talks signed by him and three other personalities from different fields in Guwahati, Barua said the dialogue should begin at the earlies
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Assamese filmmaker Jahnu Barua, on June 15, offered to mediate between the Government and the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA). Releasing an appeal for peace talks signed by him and three other personalities from different fields in Guwahati, Barua said the dialogue should begin at the earliest and in a third country, if necessary.
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June - 15 
The Andhra Pradesh Government is reported to have agreed to the PWG's pre-conditions for talks which include complete cessation of violence for three to six months, constitution of a committee with `neutral intellectuals' to monitor human rights violation during the period of cease-fire and protecti
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The Andhra Pradesh Government is reported to have agreed to the PWG's pre-conditions for talks which include complete cessation of violence for three to six months, constitution of a committee with `neutral intellectuals' to monitor human rights violation during the period of cease-fire and protection and safe passage to its emissaries. After holding talks with the representatives of Peace Initiative Committee in Hyderabad on June 15, Home Minister K Jana Reddy stated that the PWG's three conditions were acceptable to the Government.
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June - 15 
The Gujarat Police on June 15, today, shot dead four suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists who had reportedly planned to assassinate Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi in the Sardarnagar area of Ahmedabad. Additional Commissioner of Police (Crime) D G Vanzara stated that, "the four terrorists
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The Gujarat Police on June 15, today, shot dead four suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists who had reportedly planned to assassinate Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi in the Sardarnagar area of Ahmedabad. Additional Commissioner of Police (Crime) D G Vanzara stated that, "the four terrorists were from the suicide squad of LeT and had come to assassinate the chief minister." Two of the four slain terrorists were from Pakistan, he added.
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June - 15 
The People's War Group (PWG) in a three page statement on June 15 signed by the 'State committee secretary', Ramakrishna, and the 'Politburo' member Prakash has stated that announcing a ‘simultaneous ceasefire’ for three to six months and a guarantee for the safe passage of its representatives at th
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The People's War Group (PWG) in a three page statement on June 15 signed by the 'State committee secretary', Ramakrishna, and the 'Politburo' member Prakash has stated that announcing a ‘simultaneous ceasefire’ for three to six months and a guarantee for the safe passage of its representatives at the peace talks was an essential prerequisite for holding any negotiations with the State Government. In a response to the Home Minister Jana Reddy's statement on the issue of talks, the outfit indicated for the first time that its ‘State Committee’ members would hold talks with Ministers once the modalities were worked out by its yet-to-be named emissaries with Government representatives. The PWG response indicated that once the ceasefire was agreed upon and announced, a committee should be formed to enforce the ceasefire agreement and also examine violations of the agreement, if any. The outfit also expressed willingness to name the emissaries but added it would be done only after the ‘simultaneous ceasefire’ came into effect.
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June - 15 
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar, replying to a question in the State Legislative Assembly on June 15, disclosed that more than 952 people have been killed and over 1200 people abducted by terrorists in Tripura during the last five years. He also said that more than 633 people were injured and 11
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Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar, replying to a question in the State Legislative Assembly on June 15, disclosed that more than 952 people have been killed and over 1200 people abducted by terrorists in Tripura during the last five years. He also said that more than 633 people were injured and 111 houses set ablaze by the terrorists during the period. During the same period, a total of 179 terrorists belonging to different outfits were killed, 836 surrendered and 858 were arrested.
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June - 18 
The Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said in Guwahati on June 18 that, "We are trying our best to initiate the process of dialogue with the ULFA, and the signs have been good so far". He, however, added that the Government is yet to establish a direct contact with the outlawed outfit. Responding to
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The Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said in Guwahati on June 18 that, "We are trying our best to initiate the process of dialogue with the ULFA, and the signs have been good so far". He, however, added that the Government is yet to establish a direct contact with the outlawed outfit. Responding to queries about the framework of possible peace talks, he remarked that the same yardstick would be applied to the ULFA as to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM).
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June - 20 
According to Shillong Times, Meghalaya Public Works Department Minister, Mukul Sangma, has said the State Government has an open mind on the issue of Achik National Volunteer Council's (ANVC) demand for a venue outside the State to hold peace talks as suggested by the Garo Baptist Convention (GBC).
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According to Shillong Times, Meghalaya Public Works Department Minister, Mukul Sangma, has said the State Government has an open mind on the issue of Achik National Volunteer Council's (ANVC) demand for a venue outside the State to hold peace talks as suggested by the Garo Baptist Convention (GBC). Sangma further indicated that if the Naga outfit National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) could hold talks outside the country, peace talks with ANVC could be held at any outside venue provided real peace is achieved. The GBC recently stated that the stalemate on peace talks was due to a delay on the part of the State Government to propose a venue outside Meghalaya.
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June - 20 
Jharkhand Chief Minister Arjun Munda on June 20 welcomed the offer of the People's War Group (PWG) to talk to the State Government. "It is a good beginning. We will later work out the modalities of talks," said Munda, after the PWG made the offer in a letter faxed to him. The left wing extremists (a
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Jharkhand Chief Minister Arjun Munda on June 20 welcomed the offer of the People's War Group (PWG) to talk to the State Government. "It is a good beginning. We will later work out the modalities of talks," said Munda, after the PWG made the offer in a letter faxed to him. The left wing extremists (also called Naxalites) have set eight conditions for talks, including the withdrawal of paramilitary troops from the State and an inquiry into gun battles in which several Naxalites have died. The Chief Minister, however, refused to comment on these conditions.
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June - 20 
The Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi in an interview to The Telegraph on June 20 said that the Union Government is keen to have negotiations with the ULFA and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) on the lines of the dialogue with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NS
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The Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi in an interview to The Telegraph on June 20 said that the Union Government is keen to have negotiations with the ULFA and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) on the lines of the dialogue with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM).
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June - 20 
Union Defence Minister Pranab Mukherjee said in Kolkata on June 20 that India has no plans to withdraw troops from the frontline borders with Pakistan, including the Siachen glacier, despite the ongoing peace process. According to Mukherjee, "Both the nations are nuclear powers. We have to remain al
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Union Defence Minister Pranab Mukherjee said in Kolkata on June 20 that India has no plans to withdraw troops from the frontline borders with Pakistan, including the Siachen glacier, despite the ongoing peace process. According to Mukherjee, "Both the nations are nuclear powers. We have to remain alert all the time and on all sectors though several confidence building measures had been initiated by both the countries in view of the present improved relations. But there is no proposal on immediate withdrawal of troops from the LoC."
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June - 20 
While expressing a willingness to participate in peace talks with the Andhra Pradesh Government along with other left-wing (also called Naxalite) groups, the CPI-ML Janasakthi secretary Amar on June 20 asked the State Government to take steps for live telecast of the talks. According to New Indian E
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While expressing a willingness to participate in peace talks with the Andhra Pradesh Government along with other left-wing (also called Naxalite) groups, the CPI-ML Janasakthi secretary Amar on June 20 asked the State Government to take steps for live telecast of the talks. According to New Indian Express, in a letter addressed to Chief Minister Rajasekhar Reddy, he emphasised transparency in the dialogue process, as it was a major issue concerning the people. Amar further said that Prof. Keshavarao Jadav, civil rights activists Jaya Vindhyala and B Punnaiah have agreed to act as facilitators for his party.
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June - 21 
Earlier on June 21, the Orissa Government had announced that there was no change in its policy towards the Naxalites who have reportedly strengthened their bases in the southern and northern districts.
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Earlier on June 21, the Orissa Government had announced that there was no change in its policy towards the Naxalites who have reportedly strengthened their bases in the southern and northern districts.
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June - 21 
The ceasefire between the Adivasi Cobra Force (ACF) and Assam Government has been extended up to February 2005. An ACF statement said a decision to this effect was taken following a meeting between the outfit’s leadership and Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi at Dispur on June 21.
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The ceasefire between the Adivasi Cobra Force (ACF) and Assam Government has been extended up to February 2005. An ACF statement said a decision to this effect was taken following a meeting between the outfit’s leadership and Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi at Dispur on June 21.
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June - 21 
The New Indian Express reported that Orissa Government has announced that there was no change in its policy towards the Naxalites who have strengthened their bases in the southern and northern districts. Official sources said Orissa would wait for a national policy on left-wing extremism rather than
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The New Indian Express reported that Orissa Government has announced that there was no change in its policy towards the Naxalites who have strengthened their bases in the southern and northern districts. Official sources said Orissa would wait for a national policy on left-wing extremism rather than follow what one or two states are pursuing.
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June - 21 
The self-styled Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN) of the Naga National Council while expressing concern over the deteriorating law and order situation in Nagaland alleged that National Socialist Council of Nagaland–Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadres were freely moving in several parts of the State crea
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The self-styled Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN) of the Naga National Council while expressing concern over the deteriorating law and order situation in Nagaland alleged that National Socialist Council of Nagaland–Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadres were freely moving in several parts of the State creating terror and extorting money from poor villagers. NNC leader Tatar Peshou said in a press release that "in Chakhesang region, hundreds of armed NSCN-IM cadres freely roam every nook and corner of the region carrying out their mission of extortion and terrorism in every village openly in front of the so-called law enforcing agencies."
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June - 22 
In a statement on June 22, Dibakar, spokesman of the Andhra-Orissa border special zonal committee of the PWG said, "We are always ready to discuss problems faced by the people, but it's clearly the responsibility of the government to create the right atmosphere." The statement also carried five cond
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In a statement on June 22, Dibakar, spokesman of the Andhra-Orissa border special zonal committee of the PWG said, "We are always ready to discuss problems faced by the people, but it's clearly the responsibility of the government to create the right atmosphere." The statement also carried five conditions for holding the talks, which includes withdrawal of the Central Reserve Police Force personnel now deployed in anti-Naxalite operations.
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June - 22 
The Telegraph on June 22 reported that, the Jharkhand Police have strongly opposed conditions set by the People's War Group (PWG) for talks, dubbing them "impractical and not feasible." Senior police officials said not one of the nine points on the 'wish list' could be granted in principle as it cou
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The Telegraph on June 22 reported that, the Jharkhand Police have strongly opposed conditions set by the People's War Group (PWG) for talks, dubbing them "impractical and not feasible." Senior police officials said not one of the nine points on the 'wish list' could be granted in principle as it could lead to "chaos". They also felt that an Andhra Pradesh-like situation was imminent if armed personnel from the troubled areas were pulled back as demanded by the PWG. State Police chief Rajiv Ranjan Prasad reportedly said, "If the wish of the People’s War is at all granted and the police personnel are called back to the barracks, it would trigger an exodus of villagers… In many sensitive areas, the villagers are under direct threat from the outfits and the police personnel are playing a vital role in ensuring security."
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June - 23 
Chief Minister Dharam Singh has offered to hold discussions with the PWG camping in the Western Ghats. He said, "the State Government is aware of the Naxalite activities in the Western Ghats. They are not terrorists."
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Chief Minister Dharam Singh has offered to hold discussions with the PWG camping in the Western Ghats. He said, "the State Government is aware of the Naxalite activities in the Western Ghats. They are not terrorists."
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June - 24 
According to Pioneer, Somen, a left-wing extremist (also known as Naxalites) leader of the People’s War Group (PWG) in West Bengal said "The party's central committee has taken no decision to talk to the State Government and our approach towards states like West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand and Orissa w
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According to Pioneer, Somen, a left-wing extremist (also known as Naxalites) leader of the People’s War Group (PWG) in West Bengal said "The party's central committee has taken no decision to talk to the State Government and our approach towards states like West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand and Orissa will remain unchanged at least for the time being." He also claimed that the West Bengal Government is circulating an "unadulterated lie" in order to create confusion in the outfit's ranks and to draw political mileage.
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June - 24 
Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, speaking to press persons on June 24 in Guwahati, said that recent attacks by the ULFA in upper Assam is largely to reassert itself and stake its claim in the political consciousness of the State. Gogoi also said that the ULFA is taking advantage of the bases it has
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Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, speaking to press persons on June 24 in Guwahati, said that recent attacks by the ULFA in upper Assam is largely to reassert itself and stake its claim in the political consciousness of the State. Gogoi also said that the ULFA is taking advantage of the bases it has set up in Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland bordering the areas in upper Assam.
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June - 24 
Commenting on the ongoing peace process in Jammu and Kashmir during his televised address to the nation on June 24, Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh said his Government would continue the process of dialogue with the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) and all other groups. "The government is wi
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Commenting on the ongoing peace process in Jammu and Kashmir during his televised address to the nation on June 24, Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh said his Government would continue the process of dialogue with the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) and all other groups. "The government is willing to talk with all disaffected groups provided they shun the path of violence," said Dr. Singh during his first address to the nation after he took over as the Prime Minister in May 2004. He also called for a national consensus and accommodation of public sentiments in India and Pakistan to resolve all issues including Jammu and Kashmir. Emphasising that the Government would adopt a comprehensive approach to the problem of national security, Dr. Singh said this would be done to create greater synergy between intelligence agencies, closer co-ordination between internal security structures, more efficient civil-military interface and more effective harnessing of technology to national security management.
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June - 24 
On June 24, Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar submitted a list of 42 camps operated by the terrorist outfits of Tripura in Bangladesh to Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh. The list included details and exact locations of the camps run by the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and All Trip
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On June 24, Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar submitted a list of 42 camps operated by the terrorist outfits of Tripura in Bangladesh to Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh. The list included details and exact locations of the camps run by the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF). According to reports, the Chief Minister also pointed out that "Most of the ATTF and NLFT camps are located in the Chittagong Hill Tracts and Sylhet in Bangladesh and because of their proximity to the Tripura border it was easier for the militants to cross over to the State."
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June - 24 
Speaking to the media, Imphal West district Superintendent of Police, S Ibocha, said that during the last few days, a number of KLA cadres had gathered in the New Lambulane and KR Lane areas for the purpose of carrying out extortion in the Greater Imphal area.
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Speaking to the media, Imphal West district Superintendent of Police, S Ibocha, said that during the last few days, a number of KLA cadres had gathered in the New Lambulane and KR Lane areas for the purpose of carrying out extortion in the Greater Imphal area.
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June - 24 
The Dima National Army, armed wing of the Dima Halim Daoga (DHD), is reported to have taken control of the outfit. In a statement released on June 24 by Pranab Nunisa, 'Chief' of the Dima National Army, the outfit’s 'President' Jewel Garlosa has been ‘relieved’ of his authority for his 'anti-DHD' ac
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The Dima National Army, armed wing of the Dima Halim Daoga (DHD), is reported to have taken control of the outfit. In a statement released on June 24 by Pranab Nunisa, 'Chief' of the Dima National Army, the outfit’s 'President' Jewel Garlosa has been ‘relieved’ of his authority for his 'anti-DHD' activities. He further informed that Garlosa has already formed a separate outfit on March 31, 2003, named ‘The Black Widows’, which also has a private army. Nunisa further said that the latest development would not hamper the ongoing peace process with the Government.
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June - 28 
On June 28, Arunachal Pradesh Home Minister, L. Wanglat, during a suo moto statement in the Legislative Assembly stated that Chow Monglong, ‘second-in-command’ of the Arunachal Dragon Force (ADF), along with all the cadres of the outfit, will shortly lay down arms. The Minister further informed that
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On June 28, Arunachal Pradesh Home Minister, L. Wanglat, during a suo moto statement in the Legislative Assembly stated that Chow Monglong, ‘second-in-command’ of the Arunachal Dragon Force (ADF), along with all the cadres of the outfit, will shortly lay down arms. The Minister further informed that the cadres, trained by the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) at its Myanmar camp, have been active in Lohit and parts of Lower Dibang valley and Siang districts in the State.
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June - 28 
Representatives of the Union Government and leaders of the Nagaland Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) will meet again soon to continue the peace talks, the Centre’s interlocutor K. Padmanabhaiah said on June 28. Padmanabhaiah, along with Intelligence Bureau director K. P. Singh, he
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Representatives of the Union Government and leaders of the Nagaland Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) will meet again soon to continue the peace talks, the Centre’s interlocutor K. Padmanabhaiah said on June 28. Padmanabhaiah, along with Intelligence Bureau director K. P. Singh, held talks with NSCN-IM chairman Isak Chisi Swu and general secretary Th. Muivah in Amsterdam on June 25-27.
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June - 28 
On June 28, Union Minister of State for Defence, B K Handique, speaking to the media in Guwahati ruled out the possibility of the Union Government announcing any unilateral ceasefire with the ULFA. He said: "Our past experiences show that such unilateral ceasefire by the Government with the ULFA on
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On June 28, Union Minister of State for Defence, B K Handique, speaking to the media in Guwahati ruled out the possibility of the Union Government announcing any unilateral ceasefire with the ULFA. He said: "Our past experiences show that such unilateral ceasefire by the Government with the ULFA on special occasions, like Bihu and Puja, have failed."
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June - 29 
Union Minister for Defence, Pranab Mukherjee, said on June 29 that a large number of terrorists are waiting at their launching pads to cross over to the Indian side of the Line of Control (LoC). The Defence Minister earlier visited the forward areas of Poonch and Rajouri along with Chief of Army Sta
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Union Minister for Defence, Pranab Mukherjee, said on June 29 that a large number of terrorists are waiting at their launching pads to cross over to the Indian side of the Line of Control (LoC). The Defence Minister earlier visited the forward areas of Poonch and Rajouri along with Chief of Army Staff, General N C Vij, and GOC-in-C Northern Command, Lt Gen Hari Prasad.
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June - 29 
With the killing of two Pakistani terrorists, Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP) claimed on June 29 to have neutralised a vast network of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) and Al Umar Mujahideen in the capital city of Srinagar. Director General of JKP, Gopal Sharma, disclosed at a press con
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With the killing of two Pakistani terrorists, Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP) claimed on June 29 to have neutralised a vast network of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) and Al Umar Mujahideen in the capital city of Srinagar. Director General of JKP, Gopal Sharma, disclosed at a press conference that LeT ‘divisional commander’ Shahid Ahmed alias Zulu-4 and ‘district commander’ Zahid Hafiz Arian alias Nayeem were killed during an encounter in the Rawalpora area of Srinagar on June 29. He said that on the basis of intelligence inputs, Police conducted a series of raids in Srinagar and arrested at least 20 terrorists. Sharma also said that five police personnel were wounded during the encounter and added that assassinations of high profile personalities and several Fidayeen (suicide squad) attacks had been planned and executed by the network. The network had also established contacts at several Indian cities, including New Delhi, Mumbai, Pune and Ahmedabad. Members of the network, some of whom had traveled to these cities by air, had planned a number of terrorist strikes, including one at Mumbai Stock Exchange.
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July - 2 
The Karnataka Chief Minister, N. Dharam Singh, ruled out a cease-fire or stopping police operations against left-wing extremists (also called Naxalites) in some parts of the State. Addressing a press conference at Sedam in the Gulbarga district on July 2, Singh said the Government was interested in
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The Karnataka Chief Minister, N. Dharam Singh, ruled out a cease-fire or stopping police operations against left-wing extremists (also called Naxalites) in some parts of the State. Addressing a press conference at Sedam in the Gulbarga district on July 2, Singh said the Government was interested in finding a solution to the issues raised by Naxalites and had invited them for talks. However, it would deal with any violence by Naxalites as a law and order problem and act against them.
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July - 2 
The Union Government said on July 2 that a cease-fire call by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) will be a "welcome step." "If they (militants) announce ceasefire, well it is a welcome step. Let them say it," Home Minister Shivraj Patil said during an interview in New Delhi. He was responding to
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The Union Government said on July 2 that a cease-fire call by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) will be a "welcome step." "If they (militants) announce ceasefire, well it is a welcome step. Let them say it," Home Minister Shivraj Patil said during an interview in New Delhi. He was responding to a query whether the new Government will initiate a cease-fire in J&K on the lines of the announcement made by the previous Government during Ramzan period two years ago. Further, while stating that talks with the separatists could not go beyond the framework of the Indian Constitution, Patil added "the Centre is willing to talk to anybody who is willing to talk to us but with preparation. Without preparation if you jump into it (talks), nothing comes out." The Home Minister also observed that there has been no escalation in violence in J&K going by the feedback the Government has received. According to him, "incidents have taken place but if you take sum total... I don’t think there is a scope to come to the conclusion that there has been an escalation."
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July - 5 
In Hyderabad on July 5, Home Minister Jana Reddy told reporters that the Government has no objection to the names of six persons suggested by the People's War Group (PWG) to supervise the proposed peace talks. Replying to a question, the Minister also said he did not give undue importance to reports
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In Hyderabad on July 5, Home Minister Jana Reddy told reporters that the Government has no objection to the names of six persons suggested by the People's War Group (PWG) to supervise the proposed peace talks. Replying to a question, the Minister also said he did not give undue importance to reports that the PWG was resorting to forcible collection of money in rural areas. He pointed out that there was nothing new about it as the PWG had been doing it since the last two decades.
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July - 8 
A special cell has been raised by the Kolkata Police to prevent extortion activities by the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists in the city. A statement to the effect was made by the West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee in the State Legislative Assembly on July 8. The Chi
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A special cell has been raised by the Kolkata Police to prevent extortion activities by the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists in the city. A statement to the effect was made by the West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee in the State Legislative Assembly on July 8. The Chief Minister also said that a number of tea companies headquartered in Kolkata with gardens in Assam have been subjected to frequent extortion by the outfit, whose leaders frequent Kolkata regularly.
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July - 8 
On July 8, West Bengal Chief Minister, Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee, speaking in the State Legislative Assembly, said that he would request the Union Government to get Bangladesh to flush out Indian militants like the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and Kamatapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) from
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On July 8, West Bengal Chief Minister, Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee, speaking in the State Legislative Assembly, said that he would request the Union Government to get Bangladesh to flush out Indian militants like the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and Kamatapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) from its territory. He said, "Be it ULFA or the KLO, they are crossing over to Bangladesh. If a flush out operation is not carried out there, we will not be able to root out militancy." The Chief Minister further informed, "166 KLO activists had been identified by the state. About 35 of them have managed to elude the net."
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July - 8 
Senior leader of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), Mirwaiz Umer Farooq, said on July 8 that he would not take over as the interim chairman of the separatist amalgam and would instead begin efforts for restoring the constitutional shape of the conglomerate. "There has been some misunderstan
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Senior leader of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), Mirwaiz Umer Farooq, said on July 8 that he would not take over as the interim chairman of the separatist amalgam and would instead begin efforts for restoring the constitutional shape of the conglomerate. "There has been some misunderstanding ... I will not function as interim chairman of the Hurriyat," the Mirwaiz said, a day after Chairman Maulana Mohammad Abbas Ansari resigned from his post.
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July - 8 
Speaking in the State Legislative Assembly on July 8, Mizoram Home Minister Tawnluia said that 29 terrorists belonging to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM), National Democratic Front of Burma-North East (NDFB-NE), Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) and Zomi
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Speaking in the State Legislative Assembly on July 8, Mizoram Home Minister Tawnluia said that 29 terrorists belonging to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM), National Democratic Front of Burma-North East (NDFB-NE), Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) and Zomi Revolutionary Army (ZRA) have been arrested in the State between January 2002 and June 2004. Recovery of nine weapons and 776 rounds of ammunition have also been made during the following period.
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July - 8 
The Andhra Pradesh Home Minister, K. Jana Reddy, on July 8 renewed the Government's appeal to left-wing extremists (also called Naxalites) of the People's War Group (PWG) asking them to come to the negotiating table. Talking to the media personnel in Hyderabad, the Minister said the Government had d
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The Andhra Pradesh Home Minister, K. Jana Reddy, on July 8 renewed the Government's appeal to left-wing extremists (also called Naxalites) of the People's War Group (PWG) asking them to come to the negotiating table. Talking to the media personnel in Hyderabad, the Minister said the Government had done everything to create a conducive atmosphere to talks but the meetings convened by Naxalites at villages in different parts of the State was likely to endanger the talks.
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July - 8 
The Karimnagar Superintendent of Police, Rajiv Ratan, has accused the Naxalites of misutilising the time given by the Government for peace talks and indulging in extortion, gaining sympathetic cadres and recruiting cadres in villages. According to The Hindu, while refuting the charges made by the PW
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The Karimnagar Superintendent of Police, Rajiv Ratan, has accused the Naxalites of misutilising the time given by the Government for peace talks and indulging in extortion, gaining sympathetic cadres and recruiting cadres in villages. According to The Hindu, while refuting the charges made by the PWG about police scuttling the peace process, he said that "we are not engaged in any anti-Naxalite operations in the forests." Separately, the Karimnagar range Deputy Inspector General of Police, S.A. Sattar, said that they have reports about Naxalites indulging in recruitment of cadres by visiting villages. He also said that police were collecting information from the villages where the Naxalites had visited to review the situation.
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July - 9 
The All Bodo Peace Forum has offered to mediate between the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and the Government. In a press release issued on July 9, the forum’s President Maniram Musahari said "We believe that our offer will be accepted by both the NDFB and the Government."
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The All Bodo Peace Forum has offered to mediate between the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and the Government. In a press release issued on July 9, the forum’s President Maniram Musahari said "We believe that our offer will be accepted by both the NDFB and the Government."
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July - 11 
Andhra Pradesh Civil Liberties Committee, Visakhapatnam unit president, T Sreerama Murthy, on July 11 asked the State Government not to continue the ban on PWG, which is to expire on July 22.
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Andhra Pradesh Civil Liberties Committee, Visakhapatnam unit president, T Sreerama Murthy, on July 11 asked the State Government not to continue the ban on PWG, which is to expire on July 22.
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July - 11 
The Human Rights Forum convener, K. Balagopal, said in Warangal that he would not mediate in the proposed talks. According to him, the decision to hold talks was political and he had no role to play in the same. On June 30, the PWG had announced his name as its nominee on the committee to monitor th
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The Human Rights Forum convener, K. Balagopal, said in Warangal that he would not mediate in the proposed talks. According to him, the decision to hold talks was political and he had no role to play in the same. On June 30, the PWG had announced his name as its nominee on the committee to monitor the three-month cease-fire. On the same day, speaking to reporters in Visakhapatnam, the Revolutionary Writers' Association executive member, Varavara Rao, asked the State Government to set up a committee comprising human rights activists and others to enforce the cease-fire.
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July - 12 
Answering a question in the State Legislative Assembly in Bhubaneswar on July 12, the Orissa Chief Minister, Naveen Patnaik, reiterated that his Government was not reluctant to hold talks with left-wing extremists (also known as Naxalites), provided it is unconditional. He also informed the Assembly
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Answering a question in the State Legislative Assembly in Bhubaneswar on July 12, the Orissa Chief Minister, Naveen Patnaik, reiterated that his Government was not reluctant to hold talks with left-wing extremists (also known as Naxalites), provided it is unconditional. He also informed the Assembly that as many as 32 police personnel were killed in Naxalite attacks between March 2000 and June 2004.
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July - 12 
On July 12, Jharkhand Chief Minister Arjun Munda said the affected States should jointly address the issue of left-wing extremism, which according to him is a socio-economic problem. While welcoming the offer of talks, the Chief Minister said talking to a single outfit will not solve the problem. Ac
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On July 12, Jharkhand Chief Minister Arjun Munda said the affected States should jointly address the issue of left-wing extremism, which according to him is a socio-economic problem. While welcoming the offer of talks, the Chief Minister said talking to a single outfit will not solve the problem. According to Munda, the problem could be resolved if all the left-wing extremist groups come to a single negotiating table.
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July - 13 
The Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, S. Reghupathy, in a statement in the Parliament on July 13, said that the ULFA has served extortion notices on owners of 10 tea gardens in Assam in the recent past and has stepped up its activities in the districts of upper Assam. He also informed that 3
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The Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, S. Reghupathy, in a statement in the Parliament on July 13, said that the ULFA has served extortion notices on owners of 10 tea gardens in Assam in the recent past and has stepped up its activities in the districts of upper Assam. He also informed that 30 persons have been arrested in this connection.
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July - 14 
The ULFA 'Chairman' Aurobindo Rajkhowa, in a press statement, criticised the Union Government for not having provided adequate assistance to the State to deal with the problem of floods
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The ULFA 'Chairman' Aurobindo Rajkhowa, in a press statement, criticised the Union Government for not having provided adequate assistance to the State to deal with the problem of floods
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July - 14 
The visiting US Deputy Secretary of State, Richard Armitage, said in New Delhi on July 14 that the terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan still exists and stressed that infiltration, which continues, should end. "Clearly, all the infrastructure that supports cross-border terrorism has not been dismant
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The visiting US Deputy Secretary of State, Richard Armitage, said in New Delhi on July 14 that the terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan still exists and stressed that infiltration, which continues, should end. "Clearly, all the infrastructure that supports cross-border terrorism has not been dismantled… Some has been dismantled," Armitage said at a press conference when asked whether the US was convinced that Pakistan had dismantled the terrorist infrastructure existing on its soil. On infiltration, he said "any level of infiltration is too much from our point of view. There is infiltration. You get various opinions here about whether it is up or down. It is down probably. But the point is not to have it at all." On the situation in Jammu and Kashmir, he said, after a meeting with Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, that "people are still dying. It is not acceptable." During his day-long visit, Armitage also had meetings with External Affairs Minister Natwar Singh, Defence Minister Pranab Mukherjee and the National Security Adviser J N Dixit.
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July - 16 
Home Minister Jana Reddy rejected the demand for action against Sukumara and offered to constitute a monitoring committee to verify whether the killings were the result of a covert operation. He also disagreed with the emissaries’ contention that the alleged covert operation was planned by a section
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Home Minister Jana Reddy rejected the demand for action against Sukumara and offered to constitute a monitoring committee to verify whether the killings were the result of a covert operation. He also disagreed with the emissaries’ contention that the alleged covert operation was planned by a section of police officers to sabotage the peace talks.
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July - 17 
Bangladesh authorities have denied the occurrence of any such incident on its soil. Dhaka Metropolitan Police Commissioner Ashraful Huda was quoted having said, "We have had no knowledge of such an incident. If such a thing had happened, it would be very big news -- everyone would know about it. I h
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Bangladesh authorities have denied the occurrence of any such incident on its soil. Dhaka Metropolitan Police Commissioner Ashraful Huda was quoted having said, "We have had no knowledge of such an incident. If such a thing had happened, it would be very big news -- everyone would know about it. I have no knowledge about it." The Bangladesh Government too, in a statement on July 18 dubbed the report as "false, baseless and concocted".
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July - 17 
Media reports, quoting Director General of Police (DGP) of Tripura, G M Srivastava, said an estimated 24 terrorists belonging to different outfits operating in India’s northeastern region were reportedly killed and 26 others sustained injuries in simultaneous attacks by unknown gunmen at four hideou
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Media reports, quoting Director General of Police (DGP) of Tripura, G M Srivastava, said an estimated 24 terrorists belonging to different outfits operating in India’s northeastern region were reportedly killed and 26 others sustained injuries in simultaneous attacks by unknown gunmen at four hideouts in the capital Dhaka on July 17. The attacks occurred at two hideouts in Segun Bagicha and one each in Dhanmundi and Shyamali, posh residential areas of Dhaka city. Srivastava said terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of Manipur and All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) might have suffered the casualties in the attack which preceded a secret meeting of the outfits. Meanwhile, according to other reports, the Indo-Bangladesh border in Meghalaya has been put on maximum alert after the alleged incident.
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July - 17 
The Assam Director General of Police, in a media interview, said that the ULFA is trying to regroup its cadres to revitalize itself. He said, "Being frustrated by the constant pressure from the security forces, the ULFA is striking at soft targets just to make its presence felt in the State."
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The Assam Director General of Police, in a media interview, said that the ULFA is trying to regroup its cadres to revitalize itself. He said, "Being frustrated by the constant pressure from the security forces, the ULFA is striking at soft targets just to make its presence felt in the State."
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July - 17 
The Sentinel, quoting a spokesman of the Assam Rifles reported that the woman, Th. Manorama, whose alleged extra judicial killing has sparked off a chain of protests in Manipur, was indeed a hardcore militant of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA). The spokesman said "She was involved in three Improv
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The Sentinel, quoting a spokesman of the Assam Rifles reported that the woman, Th. Manorama, whose alleged extra judicial killing has sparked off a chain of protests in Manipur, was indeed a hardcore militant of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA). The spokesman said "She was involved in three Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blasts in the Manipur Valley, in which six security personnel had lost their lives. Based on these information, the Assam Rifles has substantial proof that Manorama was a hardcore militant, who worked under ‘lieutenant’ Shyam Singh, an IED expert of the PLA."
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July - 18 
According to The Hindu, on July 18, talking to media persons in the Nallamala forest area in Andhra Pradesh, Prakash, 'Polit Bureau' member of the left-wing extremist (also known as Naxalite) outfit, People’s War Group (PWG), said: "If other Governments replicate the initiative shown in Andhra Prade
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According to The Hindu, on July 18, talking to media persons in the Nallamala forest area in Andhra Pradesh, Prakash, 'Polit Bureau' member of the left-wing extremist (also known as Naxalite) outfit, People’s War Group (PWG), said: "If other Governments replicate the initiative shown in Andhra Pradesh, we will also respond positively as we firmly believe in establishing peace." Asked whether the PWG would give up arms if its demands were met by the Government, Prakash said that armed revolution was a non-negotiable factor in the proposed talks. "We can solve many people's issues through talks."
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July - 19 
According to Deccan Chronicle, the Union Government has asked States affected by left-wing extremist violence to initiate talks with the various concerned groups. Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil reportedly stated that the Union Government is keenly watching Andhra Pradesh’s move to hold talks with
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According to Deccan Chronicle, the Union Government has asked States affected by left-wing extremist violence to initiate talks with the various concerned groups. Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil reportedly stated that the Union Government is keenly watching Andhra Pradesh’s move to hold talks with the Naxalites. "While some States are willing to hold talks with the Naxalites, Andhra Pradesh is more structured in its approach to the issue," Patil opined. However, this report has not been confirmed officially either by the Union Government or the concerned State Governments. At least eight States, including West Bengal, Orissa, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh are affected by left-wing extremist violence. Andhra Pradesh has recently initiated talks with the People’s War Group (PWG).
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July - 19 
On July 19, the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), which is currently holding negotiations with the Central Government, asked the anti-talks faction of the outfit to eschew violence. In a statement, it said that only political negotiations could achieve their common goal of hemprac kantha
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On July 19, the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), which is currently holding negotiations with the Central Government, asked the anti-talks faction of the outfit to eschew violence. In a statement, it said that only political negotiations could achieve their common goal of hemprac kantham (self-rule).
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July - 20 
According to Northeast Tribune, a senior Army officer said on July 20 in Kolkata that the southern and lower Assam areas had been cleared off the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), and that the outlawed outfit was now devoid of any cause and was supporting illegal migration from Bangladesh. "Th
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According to Northeast Tribune, a senior Army officer said on July 20 in Kolkata that the southern and lower Assam areas had been cleared off the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), and that the outlawed outfit was now devoid of any cause and was supporting illegal migration from Bangladesh. "The southern and lower Assam areas have been cleared off the ULFA. There has not been any major attack from the outfit in those areas in recent times," Lt. Gen. J S Varma told the media in Kolkata.
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July - 20 
According to The Hindu, on July 20, Andhra Pradesh Home Minister, K. Jana Reddy, during a meeting with the emissaries of left-wing extremists (also known as Naxalites) of the People’s War Group (PWG) - P. Varavara Rao, Gaddar and G. Kalyana Rao - in Hyderabad, ordered deletion of PWG ‘State Secretar
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According to The Hindu, on July 20, Andhra Pradesh Home Minister, K. Jana Reddy, during a meeting with the emissaries of left-wing extremists (also known as Naxalites) of the People’s War Group (PWG) - P. Varavara Rao, Gaddar and G. Kalyana Rao - in Hyderabad, ordered deletion of PWG ‘State Secretary’ Ramakrishna name from the police Website’s category of ‘most wanted man.’ He also announced the constitution of a monitoring committee with representatives from nine organisations, to begin with, for overseeing the cease-fire implementation. The Minister also gave permission to the PWG to hold its ‘martyrs day meeting’ at Mogilicherla in the Warangal district on July 28, saying any democratic meeting without weapons was permissible.
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July - 21 
Union Minister of State for External Affairs, E Ahmed, said in Delhi on July 21 that "we will do whatever possible to get our people freed. We will go to any extent to resolve the issue."
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Union Minister of State for External Affairs, E Ahmed, said in Delhi on July 21 that "we will do whatever possible to get our people freed. We will go to any extent to resolve the issue."
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July - 22 
Union Minister of State for Home, Sriprakash Jaiswal, said in Imphal on July 22 that the proceedings in the court of inquiry by Assam Rifles into the alleged custodial killing of 30-year-old Manorama Devi in Manipur would be completed by July 27. Jaiswal, who arrived in Manipur to make an on-the-spo
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Union Minister of State for Home, Sriprakash Jaiswal, said in Imphal on July 22 that the proceedings in the court of inquiry by Assam Rifles into the alleged custodial killing of 30-year-old Manorama Devi in Manipur would be completed by July 27. Jaiswal, who arrived in Manipur to make an on-the-spot study of the situation, told the media that exemplary punishment would be awarded to those who were found guilty. He also said 3 Corps Commander, Lt Gen Daljeet Singh, and Assam Rifles Director-General, Lt Gen Bhopinder Singh, had assured him that the inquiry proceedings would be transparent and subject to public scrutiny.
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July - 23 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) on July 23 expressed willingness to extend its ceasefire with the Government of India. "If the new Congress-led government’s policy is to discourage alteration of existing boundaries, it is an internal matter, while the ongoing talks a
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) on July 23 expressed willingness to extend its ceasefire with the Government of India. "If the new Congress-led government’s policy is to discourage alteration of existing boundaries, it is an internal matter, while the ongoing talks are beyond the ambit of such policies," said Phungthing Shimrang, Convener of the NSCN-IM’s Ceasefire Monitoring Cell.
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July - 26 
A total of 857 militants were reportedly killed in Assam in the last three-years between June 2001 and June 2004. This was disclosed by the Assam Minister of State for Home, Rockybul Hussain, in reply to a question in the State Legislative Assembly in Guwahati on July 26.
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A total of 857 militants were reportedly killed in Assam in the last three-years between June 2001 and June 2004. This was disclosed by the Assam Minister of State for Home, Rockybul Hussain, in reply to a question in the State Legislative Assembly in Guwahati on July 26.
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July - 27 
A statement released by the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) 'Deputy Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Publicity', A. A. Assumi, said that the peace process should be at the Prime Ministerial level without any pre-conditions. In addition, media reports quoted t
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A statement released by the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) 'Deputy Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Publicity', A. A. Assumi, said that the peace process should be at the Prime Ministerial level without any pre-conditions. In addition, media reports quoted the outfit’s spokesperson ‘Deputy Kilonser’ Kraibo Chawang as having said, "the leadership has sounded a red alert for its cadres to be ready for any eventuality, in the event of the Central government failing to extend the ceasefire period that expires on July 31."
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July - 28 
On July 28, the president of the Revolutionary Writers Association, G. Kalyan Rao, while speaking at a rally said that the People’s War Group (PWG) was identified with 'armed struggle' and it could not lay down arms though it had agreed to a cease-fire in the interests of a cordial atmosphere for ta
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On July 28, the president of the Revolutionary Writers Association, G. Kalyan Rao, while speaking at a rally said that the People’s War Group (PWG) was identified with 'armed struggle' and it could not lay down arms though it had agreed to a cease-fire in the interests of a cordial atmosphere for talks. The rally was organised on behalf of the PWG at Enumamula in the Warangal district of Andhra Pradesh.
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July - 28 
Sentinel reports quoting the Director General of Police in Meghalaya stated on July 28 that a new insurgent group has become active in the Garo Hills area by the name of United Achik National Front (UANF). Further, he said that the South Garo Hills Police killed two cadres of the UANF, including a B
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Sentinel reports quoting the Director General of Police in Meghalaya stated on July 28 that a new insurgent group has become active in the Garo Hills area by the name of United Achik National Front (UANF). Further, he said that the South Garo Hills Police killed two cadres of the UANF, including a Bangladesh national, while one escaped from the incident site. According to him, the UANF was a splinter group of the former People’s Liberation Front (PLF), active until a few years back. The UANF is currently active in the South and West Garo Hills with some support with the Assam-based groups, United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and National Liberation Front of Bodoland (NDFB).
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July - 29 
Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh said in Delhi on July 29 that he had no plans to meet insurgent leaders of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) in the Thai capital of Bangkok on the sidelines of the BIMST-EC Summit. "I don't have any scheduled meetings (with the rebel l
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Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh said in Delhi on July 29 that he had no plans to meet insurgent leaders of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) in the Thai capital of Bangkok on the sidelines of the BIMST-EC Summit. "I don't have any scheduled meetings (with the rebel leaders)," Dr. Singh told reporters on board Air-India One shortly before the aircraft landed at Bangkok. A high-level Indian team, including the Union Government’s interlocutor, K Padmanabhaiah, is currently in Bangkok to hold talks with NSCN-IM leaders. Bangkok is one of the major bases of the NSCN-IM in Southeast Asia and several of the group's top leaders have been living there since they fled India in the late 1980s.
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July - 29 
Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh said in Delhi on July 29 that the Government was making all efforts to secure the release of the three abducted Indians. "All-out efforts are on and I am hopeful that they will succeed," Dr. Singh told media persons at the before leaving for Bangkok to attend the fi
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Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh said in Delhi on July 29 that the Government was making all efforts to secure the release of the three abducted Indians. "All-out efforts are on and I am hopeful that they will succeed," Dr. Singh told media persons at the before leaving for Bangkok to attend the first-ever Bangladesh-India-Myanmar-Sri Lanka Economic Cooperation (BIMST-EC) summit meeting.
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August - 2 
During a press conference in Hyderabad, PWG mediator Gaddar said talks could take place "on Tuesday itself" if the Government did not insist on the Naxalites laying down arms.
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During a press conference in Hyderabad, PWG mediator Gaddar said talks could take place "on Tuesday itself" if the Government did not insist on the Naxalites laying down arms.
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August - 2 
The Andhra Pradesh Government on August 2 agreed to look into fresh demands— independent/judicial probe into the July 11 incident, an inquiry into Green Tigers and withdrawal of the case against Varavara Rao and others for rendering a provocative speech at the Mogilicherla meeting - of the PWG and t
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The Andhra Pradesh Government on August 2 agreed to look into fresh demands— independent/judicial probe into the July 11 incident, an inquiry into Green Tigers and withdrawal of the case against Varavara Rao and others for rendering a provocative speech at the Mogilicherla meeting - of the PWG and the Janashakthi.
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August - 2 
The Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) on August 2 allowed its senior leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani to form a new independent political party for finding a peaceful resolution to the Kashmir issue. According to Daily Excelsior, the JeI also decided to become a member of the executive council of his faction of the
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The Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) on August 2 allowed its senior leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani to form a new independent political party for finding a peaceful resolution to the Kashmir issue. According to Daily Excelsior, the JeI also decided to become a member of the executive council of his faction of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC). Geelani will continue to remain a basic member of the JeI, a spokesperson of the Jamaat, Zahid Ali, said in Srinagar. Zahid stated there was an agreement between Geelani and the JeI that he (Geelani) should be allowed to float a new political party which could address the Kashmir issue more forcefully.
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August - 3 
According to media reports, at least 26 terrorists affiliated to the proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) are expected to surrender before Meghalaya Chief Minister, D D Lapang, on August 3. Among them, one of the most wanted HNLC cadre, Kraison Tongwah, a close associate of HNLC
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According to media reports, at least 26 terrorists affiliated to the proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) are expected to surrender before Meghalaya Chief Minister, D D Lapang, on August 3. Among them, one of the most wanted HNLC cadre, Kraison Tongwah, a close associate of HNLC 'commander in chief' Boby Marwein and 'political secretary' of the outfit's 'chairman' Julius Dorphang would surrender. Meghalaya Director General of Police L Sailo stated that this would be the third official surrender of HNLC cadres this year.
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August - 4 
According to Deccan Chronicle, on August 4, the Andhra Pradesh Government rejected the demand of People’s War Group (PWG) that they be allowed to carry weapons during political campaigns. Talking to the media in State capital Hyderabad, Home Minister K Jana Reddy said the Government was not there "t
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According to Deccan Chronicle, on August 4, the Andhra Pradesh Government rejected the demand of People’s War Group (PWG) that they be allowed to carry weapons during political campaigns. Talking to the media in State capital Hyderabad, Home Minister K Jana Reddy said the Government was not there "to obey every kind of demand put up by anybody." PWG leader Ramakrishna, meanwhile, stated that without arms there could be no peace talks. He added that PWG ideology was based on an armed struggle and there was no question of giving up arms.
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August - 5 
After the high-level consultation, held for the first time by the Union Home Ministry since the lifting of a ban on People's War Group (PWG) in Andhra Pradesh, senior officials said that the problem was "serious and affecting large parts of the country" and it could be solved through talks under "we
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After the high-level consultation, held for the first time by the Union Home Ministry since the lifting of a ban on People's War Group (PWG) in Andhra Pradesh, senior officials said that the problem was "serious and affecting large parts of the country" and it could be solved through talks under "well-defined guidelines".
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August - 6 
According to Shillong Times, the Border Security Force (BSF) has indicated that it will not provide safe passage to the Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) cadres as the cease-fire agreement was not intimated to them. Addressing a press conference on August 6, BSF Inspector General S C Srivastav
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According to Shillong Times, the Border Security Force (BSF) has indicated that it will not provide safe passage to the Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) cadres as the cease-fire agreement was not intimated to them. Addressing a press conference on August 6, BSF Inspector General S C Srivastava said that BSF has not received any information regarding the July 23 tripartite truce agreement among the Center, State and ANVC. He further indicated that ‘until the modalities are worked out, we have to prevent any movement in the border,’ and added that ‘ANVC terrorists are Indians but they could be termed as illegal entrants if they try to cross over the international border."
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August - 7 
On August 7, Syed Ali Shah Geelani floated his own party, the "Tehreek-e-Hurriyat Jammu & Kashmir" (TH). With support from his parent organisation, Jammu & Kashmir Jamaat-e-Islami, Geelani announced that he shall function as chairman of his TH as well as his faction of the Hurriyat Conference. While
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On August 7, Syed Ali Shah Geelani floated his own party, the "Tehreek-e-Hurriyat Jammu & Kashmir" (TH). With support from his parent organisation, Jammu & Kashmir Jamaat-e-Islami, Geelani announced that he shall function as chairman of his TH as well as his faction of the Hurriyat Conference. While addressing a news conference at his Hyderpora residence, Syed Ali Shah Geelani said that "un-Islamic ideologies like secularism, socialism, nationalism and even Communism" had become the "source of inspiration" for the Hurriyat faction led by Maulvi Abbas Ansari and Mirwaiz Umar Farooq.
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August - 8 
According to Sentinel, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) has offered to act as a facilitator between the Assam based United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and Union Government. Its 'publicity chief', K. Mulatonu indicated in a telephonic message from Kohima that the NSCN-
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According to Sentinel, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) has offered to act as a facilitator between the Assam based United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and Union Government. Its 'publicity chief', K. Mulatonu indicated in a telephonic message from Kohima that the NSCN-K wants "to act as a go-between to enable ULFA to talk to the central government." He also said that the leadership is hopeful in their efforts to receive a positive response from the ULFA although "everything depends on the sincerity of New Delhi."
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August - 8 
Daily Star has reported that the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) on August 8 refuted the Indian Border Security Force's (BSF) claim that Bangladesh shelters Indian terrorists by allowing camps inside its territory. Earlier on August 6, the Inspector General of BSF's Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur and Nagaland Fr
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Daily Star has reported that the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) on August 8 refuted the Indian Border Security Force's (BSF) claim that Bangladesh shelters Indian terrorists by allowing camps inside its territory. Earlier on August 6, the Inspector General of BSF's Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur and Nagaland Frontier had claimed in a press conference in Shillong that a fresh list of 195 camps of Indian terrorists in Bangladesh was handed over to BDR delegation in the meeting held between BDR and BSF at Comilla from August 2 to 5 and suggestions for joint operation was put forward. BDR in an official statement rejected the BSF suggestions and reportedly said that as there were no camps of Indian terrorists in Bangladesh no question of joint operation arises.
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August - 8 
The ULFA 'commander-in-chief', Paresh Barua, in a telephonic conversation with the Sentinel on August 8 said that the outfit is ready to talk on the sovereignty of Assam. Barua said that ULFA "is willing to come down even to Dispur (Guwahati), as long as the agenda for talks revolved around his grou
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The ULFA 'commander-in-chief', Paresh Barua, in a telephonic conversation with the Sentinel on August 8 said that the outfit is ready to talk on the sovereignty of Assam. Barua said that ULFA "is willing to come down even to Dispur (Guwahati), as long as the agenda for talks revolved around his group's demand for ‘sovereignty’ of Assam."
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August - 9 
Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi informed the State Legislative Assembly on August 9 that 652 terrorists were killed in the State during the period January 2002 to May 2004. This includes 290 ULFA, 261 NDFB, 13 United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), 16 Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA), 18 Hmar P
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Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi informed the State Legislative Assembly on August 9 that 652 terrorists were killed in the State during the period January 2002 to May 2004. This includes 290 ULFA, 261 NDFB, 13 United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), 16 Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA), 18 Hmar People’s Convention (HPC), 16 Dima Halim Daoga (DHD), six National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN), four Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) and 28 terrorists from other outfits.
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August - 9 
In a statement issued by Aakaho Assumi, ‘Deputy Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Publicity’ of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), the outfit criticized the Union Government of instigating the northeastern States bordering Nagaland to prevent the integration
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In a statement issued by Aakaho Assumi, ‘Deputy Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Publicity’ of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), the outfit criticized the Union Government of instigating the northeastern States bordering Nagaland to prevent the integration of the Naga-inhabited areas. Responding to the Resolution passed in the Assam Legislative Assembly on August 6, which resolved not to cede any territory of the State to Nagaland, the outfit said, "The issue of greater or smaller Nagaland does not arise at all, as Nagas were very clear about their ancestral land and territorial boundary."
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August - 9 
On August 9, the People's War Group’s (PWG) Andhra Orissa Special Zonal Committee spokesperson Diwakar reportedly asked the Orissa Government to stop all anti-Naxalite operations in the State, release political prisoners and withdraw the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) cases, if the Government wa
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On August 9, the People's War Group’s (PWG) Andhra Orissa Special Zonal Committee spokesperson Diwakar reportedly asked the Orissa Government to stop all anti-Naxalite operations in the State, release political prisoners and withdraw the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) cases, if the Government wanted to hold talks with the group. He also accused the Orissa Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik of unleashing repression on Naxalites and their supporters, while proclaiming that the Government was ready to hold negotiations without any conditions.
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August - 9 
On the political front, a faction of the separatist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) led by Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, said on August 9 that "conditional talks are both unacceptable as well as impracticable. The Hurriyat reiterates that dialogue is the only way out to the (Kashmir) problem but it sh
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On the political front, a faction of the separatist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) led by Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, said on August 9 that "conditional talks are both unacceptable as well as impracticable. The Hurriyat reiterates that dialogue is the only way out to the (Kashmir) problem but it should be meaningful and without conditions." The APHC faction was reportedly responding to the August 8-statement of the Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil that any proposed dialogue would be "within the four walls of the Constitution."
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August - 9 
Talking to media personnel in Kolkata on August 9, the West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee said the Government is not planning to hold a dialogue with the PWG, which is active in certain areas of West Midnapore, Bankura and Purulia districts. Talking to The Hindu, the State Home Secre
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Talking to media personnel in Kolkata on August 9, the West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee said the Government is not planning to hold a dialogue with the PWG, which is active in certain areas of West Midnapore, Bankura and Purulia districts. Talking to The Hindu, the State Home Secretary, Amit Kiran Deb, said, "We are not ready for peace talks with the PWG at this moment. But, it [the Government] is not averse to the idea." He also said the Government would wait for the outcome of the peace process initiated in Andhra Pradesh.
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August - 9 
The Assam Government, on August 9, said that there have been no indications from ULFA on the issue of peace talks. It further observed that the Union Government had specified that talks could only take place within the parameters similar to those being applied to the dialogue with the NSCN-IM in Nag
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The Assam Government, on August 9, said that there have been no indications from ULFA on the issue of peace talks. It further observed that the Union Government had specified that talks could only take place within the parameters similar to those being applied to the dialogue with the NSCN-IM in Nagaland. Separately, the Assam Minister of State for Home, Rockybul Hussain, stated that the Government had not come across any substantive information on whether the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan had been encouraging anti-national forces in Assam. The Minister also informed that since 2001, there had been no evidence of any ISI activity in Assam.
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August - 9 
The Chief Minister of Meghalaya, D D Lapang, has reportedly appealed to the proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) to come forward for a dialogue taking the example of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC). According to him, while the Church leaders have been asked to negotiate
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The Chief Minister of Meghalaya, D D Lapang, has reportedly appealed to the proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) to come forward for a dialogue taking the example of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC). According to him, while the Church leaders have been asked to negotiate with HNLC cadres, the State Government could also facilitate talks between the outfit and Union Government.
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August - 9 
The Union Home Minister, Shivraj Patil, said in Delhi on August 9 that the Government was ready to withdraw the Assam Rifles from Manipur but ruled out scrapping the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act. "If this is necessary to restore peace in the area, and if this is seen as a pressing demand, then
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The Union Home Minister, Shivraj Patil, said in Delhi on August 9 that the Government was ready to withdraw the Assam Rifles from Manipur but ruled out scrapping the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act. "If this is necessary to restore peace in the area, and if this is seen as a pressing demand, then we are ready to respect the feelings of the people of Manipur...," Patil told NDTV in an interview.
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August - 10 
The Union Cabinet on August 10 decided to repeal the Prevention of Terrorism Act 2002 (POTA) before it lapses on October 23 this year. Briefing reporters after a meeting of the Union Cabinet in New Delhi, the Information and Broadcasting Minister, S. Jaipal Reddy, said that the repeal would not have
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The Union Cabinet on August 10 decided to repeal the Prevention of Terrorism Act 2002 (POTA) before it lapses on October 23 this year. Briefing reporters after a meeting of the Union Cabinet in New Delhi, the Information and Broadcasting Minister, S. Jaipal Reddy, said that the repeal would not have retrospective effect and all the cases would continued to be tried. Two Bills — one for the repeal of POTA and another to make amendments to the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 — would be introduced in the second half of the current Budget session of Parliament due to begin on August 16. Reddy said the proposed amendments to the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act would take care of concerns relating to internal security, including funding of terrorist organisations. The Central POTA Review Committee would continue to function to review existing cases, he added.
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August - 12 
The Manipur Chief Minister, Okram Ibobi Singh, announced on August 12 the repeal of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act 1958 from the Imphal municipal area. The decision, taken at a State Cabinet meeting in the capital Imphal, was announced by Singh at a press conference. The Imphal municipal area
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The Manipur Chief Minister, Okram Ibobi Singh, announced on August 12 the repeal of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act 1958 from the Imphal municipal area. The decision, taken at a State Cabinet meeting in the capital Imphal, was announced by Singh at a press conference. The Imphal municipal area covers the Assembly constituencies of Uripok, Thangmeiband, Sagolband, Khurai, Singjamei, Keishamthong and Yaiskul, which have 10 per cent of the State's total population. Referring to the public demand for the complete withdrawal of the Act, the Chief Minister said, "we don't want the Act for a minute more in the State, but there are lots of compulsions, especially the presence of many unlawful organisations pushing for secession from India."
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August - 18 
A special operation has reportedly been launched by the West Bengal Government against left-wing extremists (also called Naxalites) of the Peoples' War Group (PWG) and Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) in three south-western districts of the State where they have a presence. According to The Hindu, the
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A special operation has reportedly been launched by the West Bengal Government against left-wing extremists (also called Naxalites) of the Peoples' War Group (PWG) and Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) in three south-western districts of the State where they have a presence. According to The Hindu, the operation is expected to continue till the end of next month. Deputy Inspector General of Police (Midnapore Range), Anil Kumar, said that four companies of the Border Security Force, two of the Central Reserve Police Force and 350 personnel of the Eastern Frontier Rifles were assisting the police in the crackdown. More than 20 special camps have been set up by the troops in the West Midnapore, Purulia and Bankura districts.
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August - 18 
The military regime in Pakistan has not taken any credible steps so far to dismantle the terrorist infrastructure in that country, the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Indian Parliament) was informed on August 18. Cross-border infiltration from Pakistan has also increased during June and July 2004, Ministe
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The military regime in Pakistan has not taken any credible steps so far to dismantle the terrorist infrastructure in that country, the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Indian Parliament) was informed on August 18. Cross-border infiltration from Pakistan has also increased during June and July 2004, Minister of State for External Affairs, E Ahamed, said during ‘Question Hour’. While stating there was "some decline" in infiltration levels till May 2004 after the November 23, 2003, cease-fire, he added that the levels increased in June and July and Pakistan had "so far not taken any credible steps to dismantle the infrastructure of support to terrorism." According to the Minister, "Recent reports suggested efforts in the context of reviving some training camps and launching pads."
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August - 19 
Assam Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi, said on August 19 that the recent upsurge in violence by the ULFA indicates that the outfit is working at the behest of certain foreign agencies to subvert the nation from within. He also accused the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) of v
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Assam Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi, said on August 19 that the recent upsurge in violence by the ULFA indicates that the outfit is working at the behest of certain foreign agencies to subvert the nation from within. He also accused the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) of violation of the conditions of the ongoing cease-fire with the Centre by providing shelter to ULFA cadres in the wake of the Bhutanese military operations in December 2003.
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August - 19 
Speaking to the media in New Delhi on August 19, Army Chief NC Vij said infiltration attempts from across the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir have shown a sharp rise recently. "There is no doubt that infiltration attempts are increasing day by day", Vij said. He also added indications wer
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Speaking to the media in New Delhi on August 19, Army Chief NC Vij said infiltration attempts from across the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir have shown a sharp rise recently. "There is no doubt that infiltration attempts are increasing day by day", Vij said. He also added indications were that many of the terrorist camps in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (POK) have been revived and were active again.
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August - 20 
Speaking to the media in Belgaum on August 20, the Karnataka police chief, S.N. Borkar, said the problem of left-wing extremism (also known as Naxalism) was more socio-economic in nature rather than a law and order issue. He also said that there were no active Naxalites in the State even though ther
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Speaking to the media in Belgaum on August 20, the Karnataka police chief, S.N. Borkar, said the problem of left-wing extremism (also known as Naxalism) was more socio-economic in nature rather than a law and order issue. He also said that there were no active Naxalites in the State even though there were some stray incidents. But Naxalite tendencies were growing in certain tribal pockets, particularly in the Malnad area, he added.
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August - 22 
In a press release issued in Hyderabad on August 22, Andhra Pradesh Police Chief, S.R. Sukumara, asked left-wing extremists (also known as Naxalites) to carry on their ‘political activity’ by moving without arms and not disturbing public order. He also asked them to refrain from holding out threats
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In a press release issued in Hyderabad on August 22, Andhra Pradesh Police Chief, S.R. Sukumara, asked left-wing extremists (also known as Naxalites) to carry on their ‘political activity’ by moving without arms and not disturbing public order. He also asked them to refrain from holding out threats to people, employees and obstructing development work.
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