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December - 1 
A suspected Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) terrorist was killed in an encounter with Imphal west district police, on December 1, in at Tharoijam Mayai Leikai, Manipur. According to press reports, a revolver, some live ammunition rounds and some incrim
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A suspected Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) terrorist was killed in an encounter with Imphal west district police, on December 1, in at Tharoijam Mayai Leikai, Manipur. According to press reports, a revolver, some live ammunition rounds and some incriminating documents have been recovered.
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December - 1 
According to delayed reports, four terrorists were killed in a internecine clash between National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) factions in a village in Bangladesh's Comilla district, on December 1. Also the wife of a Jawan (soldier) of the Bang
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According to delayed reports, four terrorists were killed in a internecine clash between National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) factions in a village in Bangladesh's Comilla district, on December 1. Also the wife of a Jawan (soldier) of the Bangladesh Rifles was reported killed in the crossfire, while her two daughters sustained injuries. The exchange of fire between the NLFT's Nayabasi faction and the Biswamohan Debbarma faction reportedly started following an argument over control a house for use as a transit camp in Chhinaiya village, along the Indo-Bangla border, under Burichong police station-limits, Comilla district. All the slain terrorists belonged to the Biswamohan Debbarma faction. While fleeing from the incident-site, two Nayanbasi faction cadres were caught by local residents of the village and handed over to the Bangladesh Army.
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December - 1 
According to media reports, police in the southern Indian metropolis of Chennai, Tamil Nadu, arrested two suspected terrorists of the hitherto unknown Muslim Defence Force (MDF), an Islamist terrorist outfit, on December 1, from the suburban Kodingyu
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According to media reports, police in the southern Indian metropolis of Chennai, Tamil Nadu, arrested two suspected terrorists of the hitherto unknown Muslim Defence Force (MDF), an Islamist terrorist outfit, on December 1, from the suburban Kodingyur area of the city. The suspects––Zahir Hussain and Toufiq––reportedly belong to Royapettah and Korukkupet, respectively. Police seized detonators, gelatin sticks and other items for making bombs from them. Police suspect the two have links with those involved in the November 21-blast near Sai Baba temple, in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, and were planning to plant bombs in different parts of Tamil Nadu. They were waiting for instructions and their arrest has averted a major disaster, a report claimed. In a related development, another person has been picked up by police in Vellore district of Tamil Nadu and is being interrogated to secure more information.
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December - 1 
According to media reports, two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter with the Army in Kakulon reserve forest, Bongaigaon district, Assam, on December 1. The Army reportedly recovered two Chinese grenades
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According to media reports, two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter with the Army in Kakulon reserve forest, Bongaigaon district, Assam, on December 1. The Army reportedly recovered two Chinese grenades, a .303 pistol, an improvised explosive device (IED) with wire and cell and several extortion notes from the slain terrorists.
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December - 1 
Addressing a public rally in Solan, Himachal Prasdesh, he said, "We are fighting and taking on the challenges from across the border, but we will not bend in any case and none can shake our faith or confidence by these attacks (on Hindu religious pla
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Addressing a public rally in Solan, Himachal Prasdesh, he said, "We are fighting and taking on the challenges from across the border, but we will not bend in any case and none can shake our faith or confidence by these attacks (on Hindu religious places in India)." He also cautioned that terrorists might target religious places in different parts of the country, the way they had attacked the Akshardham temple in Gandhinagar, Gujarat and the Raghunath temple in Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir State.
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December - 1 
Another report said a civilian, who was among the nine persons injured in a blast at Victory Crossing, near Khanyar in Srinagar, on December 1, succumbed to his injuries.
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Another report said a civilian, who was among the nine persons injured in a blast at Victory Crossing, near Khanyar in Srinagar, on December 1, succumbed to his injuries.
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December - 1 
Besides, a terrorist belonging to the LeT was killed in an encounter in R M Pura area of Sopore, Baramulla district. An AK rifle and five magazines were recovered from the encounter-site.
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Besides, a terrorist belonging to the LeT was killed in an encounter in R M Pura area of Sopore, Baramulla district. An AK rifle and five magazines were recovered from the encounter-site.
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December - 1 
Five persons––two security force (SF) personnel, two terrorists and a civilian––were killed while three others were injured, when two fidayeen (suicide squad) of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group attacked an Army patrol party in Bilalabad Mohalla, Doda
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Five persons––two security force (SF) personnel, two terrorists and a civilian––were killed while three others were injured, when two fidayeen (suicide squad) of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group attacked an Army patrol party in Bilalabad Mohalla, Doda town, on December 1. Official sources said the two fidayeen wearing police uniforms appeared at Bilalabad, adjacent to Huda mosque, and opened indiscriminate firing and lobbed grenades on a Road Opening Party (ROP) of SFs. Simultaneously, the terrorists also targeted civilians coming out of the mosque. Even as SFs retaliated, the terrorists entered the house of a civilian and continued intermittent firing. While both the terrorists were killed in an operation, two SF personnel and a civilian were also killed during exchange of firing. Police identified the slain fidayeen as Abu Hamza and Abu Humera, both foreign mercenaries. Two AK rifles, four magazines, an unspecified quantity of ammunition and Rupees 500 in Pakistan currency were recovered from possession of the slain terrorists.
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December - 1 
Imphal west district police arrested six suspected terrorists from different places in the State. Reports said one of them was identified as Hijam Konjengba, an alleged cadre of the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) terrorist outfit. Also, two
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Imphal west district police arrested six suspected terrorists from different places in the State. Reports said one of them was identified as Hijam Konjengba, an alleged cadre of the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) terrorist outfit. Also, two suspected PLA terrorists, identified as Khumanthem Amujao and Leihoutabam Dinesh Sharma, were arrested along with three other suspects.
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In another incident, an SF personnel was killed and six others, including a Lieutenant Colonel, injured, when unidentified terrorists attacked an Army convoy in Darshani, Banihal, on the Jammu-Srinagar national highway, on the same day. The terrorist
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In another incident, an SF personnel was killed and six others, including a Lieutenant Colonel, injured, when unidentified terrorists attacked an Army convoy in Darshani, Banihal, on the Jammu-Srinagar national highway, on the same day. The terrorists, however, managed to escape. Further, in a separate incident, SF personnel defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at the Banihal helipad.
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December - 1 
In another incident, in Nalgonda district, Naxalites of the same squad blasted a private guest house near Mallapur village after asking its watchman to leave the premises. The Naxalites also blew-up another building in the village, which was under co
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In another incident, in Nalgonda district, Naxalites of the same squad blasted a private guest house near Mallapur village after asking its watchman to leave the premises. The Naxalites also blew-up another building in the village, which was under construction.
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blasted four private buildings in two separate incidents in Ranga Reddy and Nalgonda districts, on December 1. In the first incident, an estimated 15 armed Naxalites of the Rachakonda Ry
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blasted four private buildings in two separate incidents in Ranga Reddy and Nalgonda districts, on December 1. In the first incident, an estimated 15 armed Naxalites of the Rachakonda Rythanga dalam (squad) destroyed the office and residential building of a private estate developer in Raipur district, Ranga Reddy district. However, there were no casualties in the incident.
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Official sources, meanwhile, said two terrorists entered the residence of a civilian in Hari Mohalla, in Surankote, Poonch district, and killed his daughter. The terrorists escaped after the incident.
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Official sources, meanwhile, said two terrorists entered the residence of a civilian in Hari Mohalla, in Surankote, Poonch district, and killed his daughter. The terrorists escaped after the incident.
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December - 1 
Reports said unidentified terrorists fired from automatic weapons a passenger bus between Zizak and Ampati, in West Garo Hills, Meghalaya, on December 1-night, and injured two persons. However, the Meghalaya Home Minister reportedly said he suspected
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Reports said unidentified terrorists fired from automatic weapons a passenger bus between Zizak and Ampati, in West Garo Hills, Meghalaya, on December 1-night, and injured two persons. However, the Meghalaya Home Minister reportedly said he suspected the Achik National Volunteer Force (ANVC) or the Assam-based National Democratic Front of Bodoloand (NDFB) for the incident. Reports said the terrorists were speaking in Garo and Hindi languages.
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December - 1 
SFs arrested two terrorists, one each belonging to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) and LeT groups, during search operations in Handwara in Kupwara and Shopian forest in Pulwama respectively.
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SFs arrested two terrorists, one each belonging to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) and LeT groups, during search operations in Handwara in Kupwara and Shopian forest in Pulwama respectively.
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December - 1 
SFs destroyed a terrorist hideout in the Sinkan forests, in Mendhar. Recoveries made from the hideout included 440 AK rounds, three 60mm bombs and 3.5kg of plastic explosives.
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SFs destroyed a terrorist hideout in the Sinkan forests, in Mendhar. Recoveries made from the hideout included 440 AK rounds, three 60mm bombs and 3.5kg of plastic explosives.
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December - 1 
SFs killed an unidentified terrorist in Birla Bagiot, Mendhar area. An AK rifle and a grenade were recovered from the incident-site.
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SFs killed an unidentified terrorist in Birla Bagiot, Mendhar area. An AK rifle and a grenade were recovered from the incident-site.
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Speaking to the media at Barnes Courts, in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, on December 1, Prime Minister (PM) Atal Behari Vajpayee said, "Pakistan should abide by the Shimla Agreement and stop all terrorist activities in India." He also said he was ready
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Speaking to the media at Barnes Courts, in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, on December 1, Prime Minister (PM) Atal Behari Vajpayee said, "Pakistan should abide by the Shimla Agreement and stop all terrorist activities in India." He also said he was ready to attend the forthcoming South Asia Association for Regional Co-operation (SAARC) summit in Pakistan if it stopped infiltration and went on to add that Pakistan did not want to initiate the peace process.
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December - 1 
Terrorists attacked the residence of former Tourism Minister Sakina Itoo with a grenade and assault rifles in Damhal-Hanjipora, Anantnag district. According to media reports, she was not present in the house at the time of the attack.
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Terrorists attacked the residence of former Tourism Minister Sakina Itoo with a grenade and assault rifles in Damhal-Hanjipora, Anantnag district. According to media reports, she was not present in the house at the time of the attack.
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December - 1 
Yet another report said terrorists shot at and injured three persons outside their residences in Bhatoo village, Bandipora area of Baramulla district. In a similar incident, terrorists shot at and injured another person at Pattan Chowk, on the Srinag
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Yet another report said terrorists shot at and injured three persons outside their residences in Bhatoo village, Bandipora area of Baramulla district. In a similar incident, terrorists shot at and injured another person at Pattan Chowk, on the Srinagar-Baramulla road.
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December - 2 
A Delhi court, on December 2, rejected the interim bail plea of Iftikar Gilani, son-in -law of All Parties Hurriayat Conference (APHC) leader Syed Ali Shah Gilani, arrested in June, 2002, under the Official Secret Act.
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A Delhi court, on December 2, rejected the interim bail plea of Iftikar Gilani, son-in -law of All Parties Hurriayat Conference (APHC) leader Syed Ali Shah Gilani, arrested in June, 2002, under the Official Secret Act.
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December - 2 
A Special Task Force (STF) of Utttar Pradesh (UP) police arrested a Bangladesh national named Mamunurrashid, and his Indian conduit Zafar Naeem of Sitapur, UP, on December 2, in Lucknow. They were arrested on charges of recruiting youth, at the insta
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A Special Task Force (STF) of Utttar Pradesh (UP) police arrested a Bangladesh national named Mamunurrashid, and his Indian conduit Zafar Naeem of Sitapur, UP, on December 2, in Lucknow. They were arrested on charges of recruiting youth, at the instance of an official of the Pakistani High Commission in Dhaka, for training them at terrorist camps in Bangladesh. Police seized 400 grams of brown sugar, 11 fake Indian passports, some maps of a terrorist training camp in Chittagong, and important documents from the possession of the arrested persons. According to the State Director General of police, with the arrest of these two operatives of the Inter Service Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, a major abduction plan was averted.
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December - 2 
A surrendered terrorist, Sammander Khan, was killed by some unidentified gunmen outside his residence at Bankote village, Bandipora area of Baramulla district.
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A surrendered terrorist, Sammander Khan, was killed by some unidentified gunmen outside his residence at Bankote village, Bandipora area of Baramulla district.
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December - 2 
According to media reports, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel foiled a fidayeen (suicide squad) attack, at Arampora, Baramulla district, on December 2. A BSF spokesperson said two terrorists were seen approaching a BSF camp at Arampora and, when
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According to media reports, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel foiled a fidayeen (suicide squad) attack, at Arampora, Baramulla district, on December 2. A BSF spokesperson said two terrorists were seen approaching a BSF camp at Arampora and, when challenged, they lobbed two grenades and opened fire on the personnel. In the ensuing encounter, while one of the fidayeens was killed, the other managed to escape. The slain terrorist has been identified as Sohail alias Abu Ahmed Sahani, a resident of Gujranwala in Pakistan. A BSF personnel was injured in the encounter. An AK rifle, five magazines, 157 rounds of ammunition, a grenade, a knife and Rupees 200 were recovered from the slain terrorist.
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December - 2 
According to media reports, police in the States of Orissa and Chhattisgarh foiled an attempt by left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) to attack four police stations on December 2. However, no casualties or damage were report
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According to media reports, police in the States of Orissa and Chhattisgarh foiled an attempt by left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) to attack four police stations on December 2. However, no casualties or damage were reported from both the States. Reports said Naxalites in four batches, each with 70 to 80 members, attacked three border police stations in Chhattisgarh. The police stations are Pamedu in Bijapur district, Chintalanaru in Kunta block of Dantewada district and Jegurugonda block of same district. The Naxalites hurled petrol bombs and hand grenades on the police stations and also opened fire. Police retaliated forcing the Naxalites to escape.
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December - 2 
Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said Bhutan was ‘cleverly relocating United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) camps under pressure from the Indian government’. Gogoi, who has recently met both Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee and Deputy Prime Minis
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Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said Bhutan was ‘cleverly relocating United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) camps under pressure from the Indian government’. Gogoi, who has recently met both Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee and Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani handed over a memorandum, on December 2, to the Prime Minister. He was speaking to the media after handing over the memorandum. At the meeting with Vajpayee, Gogoi sought greater assistance from the Union government to tackle the terrorist situation in the State and demanded proper guarding of the Indo-Bhutan border with a view to curbing the movement of terrorists.
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December - 2 
Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, was abetting activities of various terrorist groups in the Northeast, media reports said, on December 3. He reportedly made these ob
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Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, was abetting activities of various terrorist groups in the Northeast, media reports said, on December 3. He reportedly made these observations in a memorandum submitted to Prime Minister Altal Bihari Vajpayee, on December 2. Gogoi also stated that Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) activities in the Garo Hills in Meghalaya were on the rise. He added that the West Garo Hills was a preferred route to ex-filtrate into Bangladesh by both the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB). Further, he said, terrorism in Arunachal Pradesh, too, was on the rise, especially in Tirap and Changlang districts, bordering Assam. Gogoi said in his memorandum that that the National Socialist Council of Nagaland––Isak-Muivah (NSCN––IM) and the NSCN-Khaplang (NSCN-K) were indulging in extortion in Tinsukia, Sivasagar, Jorhat, Golaghat, Karbi Anglong and North Cachar Hills districts, besides in other places, in Assam. He also said the ULFA, NDFB and the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) have set-up many camps in Bhutan and their numbers was increasing. Stating that 121 companies of para-military forces were stationed in Assam to deal with the terrorists, he disclosed that the Union Ministry of Home Affairs assessed that 180 companies were needed for the State. Hence, he urged Vajpayee to send in at least 30 more companies to the state.
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December - 2 
Chennai police arrested nine terrorists of the newly formed Muslim Defence Force (MDF), an Islamist terrorist group, on December 2, in Chennai. With the arrest, police claimed they have averted a conspiracy to plant bombs in temples in Tami, Naduon D
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Chennai police arrested nine terrorists of the newly formed Muslim Defence Force (MDF), an Islamist terrorist group, on December 2, in Chennai. With the arrest, police claimed they have averted a conspiracy to plant bombs in temples in Tami, Naduon December 6, the anniversary of the Babri Masjid demolition. Some of the arrested persons are believed to have been trained in Pakistan and had links with the terrorists who had planted bombs near the Sai Baba Temple in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, on November 21, police said.
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December - 2 
In another incident, two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were killed during an encounter that occurrd at Charwari village, Banihal area of Doda district. However, two others terrorists of the group of were reported to have escaped during the encou
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In another incident, two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists were killed during an encounter that occurrd at Charwari village, Banihal area of Doda district. However, two others terrorists of the group of were reported to have escaped during the encounter. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered from the incident-site.
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December - 2 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) killed two persons in separate incidents in Latehar district, on December 2. According to police sources, the Naxalites abducted a villager at gun-point from Sawani, and killed him l
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) killed two persons in separate incidents in Latehar district, on December 2. According to police sources, the Naxalites abducted a villager at gun-point from Sawani, and killed him later. Separately, Naxalites abducted another person from Sathri village, and later beheaded him using a sharp weapon.
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December - 2 
On December 2, a self-styled corporal of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) identified as Meghnath, was killed in an encounter with the Red Horns Division of the Army, at Maomari, under Dudhnoi police station-limits, in Goalpara district, Assam.
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On December 2, a self-styled corporal of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) identified as Meghnath, was killed in an encounter with the Red Horns Division of the Army, at Maomari, under Dudhnoi police station-limits, in Goalpara district, Assam. Media reports said another terrorist managed to escape from the site. However, a .9mm Berreta Pistol, a Chinese Grenade, assorted ammunition and a Rucksack with personal belongings were recovered from the site of the operation.
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December - 2 
Orissa police foiled an attempt by the PWG to attack the Chitragonda police station, Koraput district.
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Orissa police foiled an attempt by the PWG to attack the Chitragonda police station, Koraput district.
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December - 2 
Police and other security agencies have been put on high alert in North Telangana region on the occasion of the formation week of the People’s Guerrilla Army (PGA). The PGA was formed on December 2, 2000. According to media reports, police suspect th
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Police and other security agencies have been put on high alert in North Telangana region on the occasion of the formation week of the People’s Guerrilla Army (PGA). The PGA was formed on December 2, 2000. According to media reports, police suspect that the Naxalites may hold meetings in the listed guerrilla zones of the region and the border areas connecting the Naxalites’ strongholds in Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh and Telangana region.
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December - 2 
Police have arrested three more persons and seized explosive materials, bombs and weapons from their possession at Mallipattinam, in Tamil Nadu’s Tanjavur district, on December 2. Their connections with the two MDF cadres arrested in Chennai on Decem
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Police have arrested three more persons and seized explosive materials, bombs and weapons from their possession at Mallipattinam, in Tamil Nadu’s Tanjavur district, on December 2. Their connections with the two MDF cadres arrested in Chennai on December 1 were being probed, reports added.
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December - 2 
Police on December 2-night, recovered some "explosives" from a bus at the Santa Cruz Electronic Export Processing Zone (SEEPZ), reports added.
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Police on December 2-night, recovered some "explosives" from a bus at the Santa Cruz Electronic Export Processing Zone (SEEPZ), reports added.
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December - 2 
Security force (SF) personnel, acting on specific information that some foreign mercenaries were hiding on a hilltop at Hajan, launched an operation. However, when they were about to storm the hideout, they were attacked and in the resultant encounte
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Security force (SF) personnel, acting on specific information that some foreign mercenaries were hiding on a hilltop at Hajan, launched an operation. However, when they were about to storm the hideout, they were attacked and in the resultant encounter, three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists, including a ‘district commander’ Bashir Ahmad Ahangar alias Gazi, were killed. Official sources have that Bashir, involved in the killing of 32 people in Pattan area, was carrying a reward of Rs one lakh on his head. Three AK rifles, two magazines, a UBGL and four grenades were recovered from the encounter-site.
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December - 2 
Separately, in the adjacent Ghat village, unidentified terrorists shot at and injured a National Conference activist who was earlier associated with the counter-insurgent Ikhwan group. Further, terrorists shot at and injured a Special Police Officer
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Separately, in the adjacent Ghat village, unidentified terrorists shot at and injured a National Conference activist who was earlier associated with the counter-insurgent Ikhwan group. Further, terrorists shot at and injured a Special Police Officer (SPO) at Shungleepora, on the outskirts of Srinagar city.
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December - 2 
Terrorists ambushed a Road Opening Party (ROP) of SFs at Draba, Surankote area of Poonch district, and injured two SF personnel.
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Terrorists ambushed a Road Opening Party (ROP) of SFs at Draba, Surankote area of Poonch district, and injured two SF personnel.
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December - 2 
Three persons were killed dead and 32 more injured when a powerful bomb blast took place in a Bombay Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) bus, on December 2, at Ghatokpar (West) railway station, in Mumbai. No organization has claimed responsibility f
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Three persons were killed dead and 32 more injured when a powerful bomb blast took place in a Bombay Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) bus, on December 2, at Ghatokpar (West) railway station, in Mumbai. No organization has claimed responsibility for the blast. According to unconfirmed reports, the blast was triggered by a plastic explosive with time device, of the kind used in the March 1993-serial bomb blasts in the city.
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December - 3 
Mumbai police have charged four unidentified people with "conspiracy and sedition" for the December 2- blasts.
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Mumbai police have charged four unidentified people with "conspiracy and sedition" for the December 2- blasts.
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December - 3 
A Special Police Officer (SPO), Ghulam Hassan Pandit, of Kakapora, sustained injuries when terrorists attacked him near his residence.
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A Special Police Officer (SPO), Ghulam Hassan Pandit, of Kakapora, sustained injuries when terrorists attacked him near his residence.
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December - 3 
According to delayed media reports, on the basis of information secured from the Bangladeshi nationals arrested in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, on December 2, police in Kolkata, West Bengal, arrested four persons from different places in the city, on Dece
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According to delayed media reports, on the basis of information secured from the Bangladeshi nationals arrested in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, on December 2, police in Kolkata, West Bengal, arrested four persons from different places in the city, on December 3, in connection with a fake passport racket. Those arrested in Lucknow have been accused of being agents of the Inetr Services Intelligence, Pakistan’s external intelligence agency. However, the masterminds of the racket—Abdul Hadi Chowdhury, Kanak Chakraborty and Chitto Rana—escaped and might have reportedly fled to Bangladesh.
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December - 3 
According to media reports of December 3, a Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) terrorist, identified as Welcome Nongkynrih, was injured in an encounter with the Meghalaya State police at Mawlai Umjaiur, Meghalaya on December 2, and was ar
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According to media reports of December 3, a Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) terrorist, identified as Welcome Nongkynrih, was injured in an encounter with the Meghalaya State police at Mawlai Umjaiur, Meghalaya on December 2, and was arrested, following the encounter. Sources said Nongkynrih is a trusted associate of area commander James. In an earlier reported encounter, State police arrested four HNLC terrorists from the same area.
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December - 3 
According to media reports, the 36-hour-long siege of a village mosque in Sheikh Gund, Shangus, Anantnag district, ended with the surrender of the lone Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) ‘battalion commander’. Anantnag Superintendent of Police Ghulam Hassan Bha
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According to media reports, the 36-hour-long siege of a village mosque in Sheikh Gund, Shangus, Anantnag district, ended with the surrender of the lone Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) ‘battalion commander’. Anantnag Superintendent of Police Ghulam Hassan Bhat said, on December 3, the siege ended when LeT terrorist, Bashir Ahmed Ganai alias Asif, a resident of Kokernag, surrendered to him. Security forces (SFs) had thrown a cordon around the mosque on December 1 when they received specific information that a Lashkar terrorist had taken shelter inside. After his surrender, during interrogation, he reportedly confessed that he had sustained injuries during an encounter on November 27 at Chhatergul. He also revealed that two Pakistani LeT fidayeen (suicide squad) were likely to conduct a suicide attack on the Sector-I Brigade headquarters of Rashtriya Rifles at Hanabal, Anantnag.
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December - 3 
According to media reports, the left-wing extremist—Naxalite—People’s War Group (PWG) has claimed to have built seven new guerrilla zones spread across several States and its endeavouring to form more such bases in other ‘strategic’ places. Reports
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According to media reports, the left-wing extremist—Naxalite—People’s War Group (PWG) has claimed to have built seven new guerrilla zones spread across several States and its endeavouring to form more such bases in other ‘strategic’ places. Reports said these guerrilla zones have been set-up in the Dandkaranya, north and south Telangana regions, the Andhra Pradesh––Orissa border region, Magadh-Koel-Kaimur region of Bihar and Balaghat-Gondia districts bordering Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra States. Quoting a press release by the PWG Central Military Commission, issued on November 30, reports said the outfit was planning to form guerrilla bases in strategic areas in the Dandkaranya region. The release also claimed that the PWG was advancing in the direction of completing preparations for building guerrilla zones in some districts in West Bangal, Jharkhand and Orissa. The release reportedly said the guerrilla war would be intensified by gradually transforming the units of the People’s Guerrilla Army (PGA) into platoons and companies.
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December - 3 
An attempt by left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) to attack Balmoor police station, Mahboobnagar district, was repulsed by police, late on December 3-night. According to police sources, a group of Naxalites opened fire at t
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An attempt by left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) to attack Balmoor police station, Mahboobnagar district, was repulsed by police, late on December 3-night. According to police sources, a group of Naxalites opened fire at the police station, but police personnel on duty returned the fire forcing the Naxalites to beat a retreat. Earlier, the Naxalites blasted a building in the same village.
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December - 3 
In a separate incident, Manowar Hussain, alias Yearuddin of Falakata, Part III village, an activist of the Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) was arrested on December 3, at a place under under Bogribari police station-limits. A .38 revo
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In a separate incident, Manowar Hussain, alias Yearuddin of Falakata, Part III village, an activist of the Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) was arrested on December 3, at a place under under Bogribari police station-limits. A .38 revolver was recovered from him.
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December - 3 
In another incident, Naxalites of the PWG set ablaze an Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) bus near Veltoor stage, Uppununthala mandal (administrative unit), in the same district. Media report said the Naxalites asked the passen
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In another incident, Naxalites of the PWG set ablaze an Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) bus near Veltoor stage, Uppununthala mandal (administrative unit), in the same district. Media report said the Naxalites asked the passengers and crew of the bus, returning from Hyderabad, to alight and set the bus ablaze after pouring diesel on it.
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December - 3 
In another reported incident, at least seven gunmen with sophisticated weapons, suspected to be terrorists, abducted Titu Paul, a businessman from Jirighat, Assam. Police have launched a combing operation in the area, when reports last came in.
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In another reported incident, at least seven gunmen with sophisticated weapons, suspected to be terrorists, abducted Titu Paul, a businessman from Jirighat, Assam. Police have launched a combing operation in the area, when reports last came in.
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December - 3 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blasted a telephone exchange in Velturu village, Mahboobnagar district, on December 3. According to media reports, three armed Naxalites came to the village and detonated the bombs in the
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blasted a telephone exchange in Velturu village, Mahboobnagar district, on December 3. According to media reports, three armed Naxalites came to the village and detonated the bombs in the telephone exchange. Equipment worth Rs 25 lakh was damaged in the incident.
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December - 3 
Media reports said investigations are on into the incident in which an explosion occurred inside a stationary bus at Ghatokpar, Mumbai, on December 2. Reportedly, it was the handiwork of an indigenous fundamentalist group, sources said, but did not n
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Media reports said investigations are on into the incident in which an explosion occurred inside a stationary bus at Ghatokpar, Mumbai, on December 2. Reportedly, it was the handiwork of an indigenous fundamentalist group, sources said, but did not name any group. According to official sources, the discovery of an explosive device in another bus later in the night, on December 2, points to a larger design. Besides, official sources clarified that the group may not be Mumbai-based, but one that organised itself within the country. Till date no group had claimed responsibility for the blast. Some media reports said the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) is suspected for the blasts.
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December - 3 
On December 3, 11 terrorists belonging to different factions of various terrorist outfits surrendered to Assam Rifles Deputy Inspector General (DIG), Nagaland Range (North), Brig NN Madappa. According to press reports, among them, four belonged to
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On December 3, 11 terrorists belonging to different factions of various terrorist outfits surrendered to Assam Rifles Deputy Inspector General (DIG), Nagaland Range (North), Brig NN Madappa. According to press reports, among them, four belonged to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isac-Muivah (NSCN-IM), five to the NSCN-Khaplang (NSCN-K) and two to the Naga National Council (NNC). They have deposited an M-22 rifle, three US-made carbines, an AK-56, an AK-47, a US-made machine gun, two 9mm automatic rifles and two .303 rifles and a huge quantity of ammunition. On the occasion, Brig Madappa distributed Rs 1,04,481 to the surrendered terrorists on behalf the Union and State governments, reports added.
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December - 3 
Other reports said unidentified terrorists, in Arin Bandipore, killed a civilian near his residence. In another incident along the Line of Control (LoC) in Karnah sector, Kupwara district, terrorists killed another civilian.
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Other reports said unidentified terrorists, in Arin Bandipore, killed a civilian near his residence. In another incident along the Line of Control (LoC) in Karnah sector, Kupwara district, terrorists killed another civilian.
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December - 3 
Reports from Kulgam, meanwhile, indicated that SFs raided a terrorist hideout at Khoi Jogipora, on December 3, and in the ensuing encounter two LeT terrorists were killed. Two AK-56 rifles and two hand grenades were recovered from the encounter-site.
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Reports from Kulgam, meanwhile, indicated that SFs raided a terrorist hideout at Khoi Jogipora, on December 3, and in the ensuing encounter two LeT terrorists were killed. Two AK-56 rifles and two hand grenades were recovered from the encounter-site. In a separate encounter consequent to a raid on a hideout in Handwara area, Kupwara district, a Pakistani terrorist of the LeT was killed. Two SF personnel sustained injuries in this incident. Meanwhile, unconfirmed reports said another unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter in Machhil sector.
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December - 3 
Reports from Rajouri district indicated that a group of six terrorists abducted, and later killed, two civilians in Manyalan. The terrorists escaped after the killing.
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Reports from Rajouri district indicated that a group of six terrorists abducted, and later killed, two civilians in Manyalan. The terrorists escaped after the killing.
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December - 3 
Speaking to media persons in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, City Police Commissioner K. Vijay Kumar said the newly-formed Muslim Defence Force (MDF), an Islamist terrorist group, has links with the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), and that the MDF had chalked-out plans
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Speaking to media persons in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, City Police Commissioner K. Vijay Kumar said the newly-formed Muslim Defence Force (MDF), an Islamist terrorist group, has links with the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), and that the MDF had chalked-out plans to set-off blasts across the State. Reports said the MDF’s chief is Abu Hamsa, and added that he resides in Saudi Arabia. The Police Commissioner also said that, with the arrest of nine MDF cadres, on December 2, in Chennai, a major terrorist plot to set-off blasts in Tamil Nadu was foiled.
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December - 3 
Terrorists targeted a Border Security Force (BSF) vehicle with an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at Sarbal, Pahalgam, in the Anantnag district. Two BSF personnel sustained injuries in this incident. The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) has reportedly claim
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Terrorists targeted a Border Security Force (BSF) vehicle with an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at Sarbal, Pahalgam, in the Anantnag district. Two BSF personnel sustained injuries in this incident. The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) has reportedly claimed responsibility for the incident. Terrorists also targeted a Road Opening Party (ROP) of SFs at Magraypora, on the Sopore-Bandipore road, with an IED. An SF personnel was injured in this incident. The Al Badr Mujahideen group has claimed responsibility for this attack.
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December - 3 
The growing left-wing extremist—Naxalite—threat in southern parts Orissa State came under focus in the State Legislative Assembly on December 3, with several members demanding a ban on the activities of Naxal groups. During a day-long debate on an O
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The growing left-wing extremist—Naxalite—threat in southern parts Orissa State came under focus in the State Legislative Assembly on December 3, with several members demanding a ban on the activities of Naxal groups. During a day-long debate on an Opposition motion on the prevailing law and order situation in the State, members expressed concern over the recent killing of a leader of the ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD), by Naxalites of the People’s War Group’s (PWG’s) People’s Guerrilla Army (PGA) in Rayagada district. Leader of Opposition Ramakanta Mishra held the government responsible for the spurt in Naxalite activity in the southern districts while demanding the resignation of Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik.
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December - 3 
US Ambassador to India Robert Blackwill said, on December 3, America was keen to render assistance to end terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). J&K can move forward on the economic front only if terrorism came to an end, said Blackwill, following a m
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US Ambassador to India Robert Blackwill said, on December 3, America was keen to render assistance to end terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). J&K can move forward on the economic front only if terrorism came to an end, said Blackwill, following a meeting with State Chief Minister Mufti Mohammed Sayeed, at the latter’s official residence in Srinagar. According to him, "If peace comes to the State, you will have no trouble in inviting investments from foreign countries including the United States of America". The Ambassador was on a three-day visit to the State.
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December - 4 
According to a delayed media report, two members of the proscribed Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN), were killed in an internecine clash in Phek district in Nagaland on December 4. According to the report, the incident took place when some Nation
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According to a delayed media report, two members of the proscribed Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN), were killed in an internecine clash in Phek district in Nagaland on December 4. According to the report, the incident took place when some National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isac-Muivah(NSCN-IM) terrorists attacked the FGN’s camp at Mowu, in Phek district.
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December - 4 
According to media reports of December 4, United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) chairman Arbinda Rajkhowa said ULFA would continue with its armed struggle for a ‘sovereign Assam’, while speaking on the occasion of the ‘protest day’ called by the org
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According to media reports of December 4, United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) chairman Arbinda Rajkhowa said ULFA would continue with its armed struggle for a ‘sovereign Assam’, while speaking on the occasion of the ‘protest day’ called by the organisation. He declared that ULFA cadres were determined to intensify the armed struggle by any means. Rajkhowa reportedly added that ULFA cadres were united and no ‘force can divide the unity’ on the matter of sovereignty. The protest day was called on November 28 and was observed at various ULFA hideouts to oppose the deployment of security forces.
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December - 4 
According to media reports, acting on a tip-off, police in Hyderabad, on December 4, raided the office of a private transport company, in Vanasthalipuram area, and seized 14,000 electric detonators stored in three parcels. Investigation revealed that
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According to media reports, acting on a tip-off, police in Hyderabad, on December 4, raided the office of a private transport company, in Vanasthalipuram area, and seized 14,000 electric detonators stored in three parcels. Investigation revealed that an unidentified man brought the parcels from Raghunathpuram, in Anantapur district, Andhra pradesh, two days ago in a lorry belonging to the transport-company. No arrests have been made thus far in connection with the seizure.
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December - 4 
According to media reports, one person was killed while another was injured in a grenade attack in Kokrajhar, on December 4. The deceased was identified as Nitya Choudhury of Kokrajhar and the injured person as Suranjan Roy of Bilasipara. The intende
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According to media reports, one person was killed while another was injured in a grenade attack in Kokrajhar, on December 4. The deceased was identified as Nitya Choudhury of Kokrajhar and the injured person as Suranjan Roy of Bilasipara. The intended target was reportedly a business establishment and the NDFB is suspected to be responsible for the incident. A combing operation has been launched to arrest the suspects. In another reported incident, NDFB terrorists attacked the Dadgiri police camp, in Assam, along the Indo-Bhutan border, on December 4. No casualties have been reported thus far when reports last came in.
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December - 4 
Delayed reports of December 5 said National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) secretary general B. Swmkhwr alias Gobinda Basumatary was arrested recently from the Kamrup Express, at Rangiya station. He was later reportedly taken to New Delhi. Quoti
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Delayed reports of December 5 said National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) secretary general B. Swmkhwr alias Gobinda Basumatary was arrested recently from the Kamrup Express, at Rangiya station. He was later reportedly taken to New Delhi. Quoting sources, media reports said the arrested NDFB leader had taken some initiatives for negotiations with the Union government. Details are waited.
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December - 4 
In a fidayeen (suicide squad) attack on a Road Opening Party (ROP) of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), in Handwara town, on December 4, an unidentified terrorist and a CRPF personnel were killed, and a civilian sustained injuries. Official so
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In a fidayeen (suicide squad) attack on a Road Opening Party (ROP) of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), in Handwara town, on December 4, an unidentified terrorist and a CRPF personnel were killed, and a civilian sustained injuries. Official sources said another terrorist of the suicide squad managed to escape before the CRPF personnel killed his associate.
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December - 4 
In another incident, an exchange of fire took place between the PWG Naxalites and the police near Ammavaridarakonda of G.K.Veedhi mandal (administrative unit), Visakhapatnam district, on December 4. Police sources said the Naxalites were making arran
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In another incident, an exchange of fire took place between the PWG Naxalites and the police near Ammavaridarakonda of G.K.Veedhi mandal (administrative unit), Visakhapatnam district, on December 4. Police sources said the Naxalites were making arrangements on the village outskirts to hold a meeting in connection with the third anniversary of founding the PWG’s military-wing, the People’s Guerrilla Army (PGA). On seeing special the police parties combing the area, the Naxals opened fire, which the police returned. The exchange of fire between them lasted for 10 minutes, and the Naxalites managed to escape. Police later recovered two claymore mines from the encounter-site.
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December - 4 
In another incident, an unidentified terrorist was killed during an encounter at the higher secondary school in Darhal town. An AK rifle and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered the encounter-site.
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In another incident, an unidentified terrorist was killed during an encounter at the higher secondary school in Darhal town. An AK rifle and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered the encounter-site.
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December - 4 
In the capital city of Srinagar, BSF personnel seized 12 Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) connected to a cluster of LPG cylinders, near Shumshan Ghat, Karan Nagar area. Separately, security forces recovered 13 hand grenades, five grenades fuses and
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In the capital city of Srinagar, BSF personnel seized 12 Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) connected to a cluster of LPG cylinders, near Shumshan Ghat, Karan Nagar area. Separately, security forces recovered 13 hand grenades, five grenades fuses and 135 AK rounds from Paharian Wali Kassi, Poonch district.
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December - 4 
Media reports said Karimnagar police, in an effort to break the alleged nexus between a section of public representatives and government employees and the Naxalites, have registered cases against those reportedly aiding and abetting the Naxalites. Po
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Media reports said Karimnagar police, in an effort to break the alleged nexus between a section of public representatives and government employees and the Naxalites, have registered cases against those reportedly aiding and abetting the Naxalites. Police have also recommended their disqualification from their respective posts.
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December - 4 
Meghalaya State police arrested a National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) terrorist, on December 4, in Kohima. According to press reports, the terrorist was arrested while he was trying to enter the ongoing Hornbill festival premises
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Meghalaya State police arrested a National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) terrorist, on December 4, in Kohima. According to press reports, the terrorist was arrested while he was trying to enter the ongoing Hornbill festival premises in Kohima, the State capital, and a 9 mm pistol was recovered from him.
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December - 4 
On December 4, security forces of the 14 Jat Regiment arrested suspected People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) terrorist Munir Hussain, and seized six kg of cannabis from him, near Jujung, Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar. Also, a 9mm carbine, a pist
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On December 4, security forces of the 14 Jat Regiment arrested suspected People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) terrorist Munir Hussain, and seized six kg of cannabis from him, near Jujung, Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar. Also, a 9mm carbine, a pistol, three magazines and 10 rounds of ammunition were recovered. Media Reports quoting security agencies claimed that some terrorists of the outfit, active in Zachar district, Assam, and neighboring Manipur, have resorted to narco -trafficking to shore–up their dwindling finances.
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December - 4 
Reacting to the LeT’s momentary ceasefire, Inspector General of Police, Kashmir, K Rajendra Kumar said it was welcome. "It should, in fact, be a permanent feature. Why Lashkar alone? All other outfits must follow the suit and end the cult of violence
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Reacting to the LeT’s momentary ceasefire, Inspector General of Police, Kashmir, K Rajendra Kumar said it was welcome. "It should, in fact, be a permanent feature. Why Lashkar alone? All other outfits must follow the suit and end the cult of violence in Jammu & Kashmir", Rajendra added. Separately, Deputy Chief Minister Mangat Ram Sharma said in a statement issued from Jammu, "This is a welcome and positive step as it will help save many lives. It would have been welcomed more heartily if it had been for the entire holy month of Ramazan." State Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Muzaffar Husain Beig, while hoping that the announcement had actually been made by LeT, said, although the cease-fire may be symbolic, it was a step in the right direction. "We would have liked it more if it was turned into a forever-affair," added Beig. Further, National Conference President Omar Abdullah, while welcoming the LeT announcement, told a private TV channel: "It bodes well. I’m going to Srinagar tomorrow. I’ll breathe more easily. They (the LeT) have been after us and our workers will also have a more relaxed Eid."
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December - 4 
Reports said police in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, would launch a probe into the financial operations of the Muslim Defence Forces (MDF), a newly-formed Islamist fundamentalist group, nine of whose cadres were held in Chennai, on December 2.
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Reports said police in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, would launch a probe into the financial operations of the Muslim Defence Forces (MDF), a newly-formed Islamist fundamentalist group, nine of whose cadres were held in Chennai, on December 2.
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December - 4 
Reports said, Tamil Nadu police is on a full alert to stall the setting-off of blasts at temples in the State. Earlier reports said there was the possibility that explosions would be triggered in the State on December 6, on the anniversary of `Babri
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Reports said, Tamil Nadu police is on a full alert to stall the setting-off of blasts at temples in the State. Earlier reports said there was the possibility that explosions would be triggered in the State on December 6, on the anniversary of `Babri Masjid demolition'.
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December - 4 
Six left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of Andhra Pradesh-based Vimukthi Patha faction of the Communist Party of India––Marxist-Leninist [CPI-ML] were arrested in Davanagere district, on December 4. A loaded .38 revolver, jewelry and other articles were a
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Six left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of Andhra Pradesh-based Vimukthi Patha faction of the Communist Party of India––Marxist-Leninist [CPI-ML] were arrested in Davanagere district, on December 4. A loaded .38 revolver, jewelry and other articles were also seized from their possession. According to police sources, the leader of the group, Murali, was allegedly involved in 17 criminal cases, including eight killings in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. The arrested Naxalites have been booked under various sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and also under the Arms Act.
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December - 4 
The Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist group announced, on December 4, a four-day cease-fire with the security forces (SFs) in Jammu and Kashmir on the occasion of the holy festival of Eid-ul-Fitr (which marks the end of the fasting month
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The Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist group announced, on December 4, a four-day cease-fire with the security forces (SFs) in Jammu and Kashmir on the occasion of the holy festival of Eid-ul-Fitr (which marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan). LeT spokesman Abu Huzaifa said the group had unilaterally decided to halt attacks on SFs and counter-insurgents in the State from December 5, today. "The outfit will not attack Indian forces throughout the length and breadth of Jammu and Kashmir as a goodwill gesture in view of Eid-ul-Fitr," said Huzaifa in a faxed statement to a local news agency. He claimed the decision had been taken as a "goodwill gesture" so that the people could celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr in an atmosphere of peace and tranquility. He added that, even political leaders, who were on the Lashkar hit list, would not be attacked during the cease-fire. This is first time that a Pakistan-based terrorist group has announced a unilateral suspension of terrorist activities.
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December - 4 
Two Border Security Force (BSF) officials were injured in an attack by suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists on the highway near Sangrama. Even as the BSF personnel retaliated, the terrorists managed to escape.
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Two Border Security Force (BSF) officials were injured in an attack by suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists on the highway near Sangrama. Even as the BSF personnel retaliated, the terrorists managed to escape.
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December - 4 
Visiting Russian President Vladimir Putin, on December 4, in New Delhi, asked Pakistan to halt cross-border terrorism, while expressing complete support to India’s stand on the same. He also called for strengthening the international non-proliferatio
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Visiting Russian President Vladimir Putin, on December 4, in New Delhi, asked Pakistan to halt cross-border terrorism, while expressing complete support to India’s stand on the same. He also called for strengthening the international non-proliferation regime to prevent weapons of mass destruction falling into the hands of terrorists. Earlier in the day, Indian Premier Atal Behari Vajpayee and Putin signed the ‘Delhi Declaration’ to enhance strategic cooperation and to set up a joint working group on combating terrorism, besides cooperating in other areas of common interest. The two leaders stressed the importance of Pakistan totally implementing obligations and promises to prevent infiltration of terrorists across the line of control (LoC) into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir and from other points across the border, as well as to eliminate the terrorists infrastructure in Pakistan and in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK). They also declared their determination to enhance collective and bilateral efforts to prevent and suppress terrorism. Both the countries emphasised that there should be no double standards in the fight against terrorism, and said terrorism cannot be justified on any grounds, but must be condemned unambiguously wherever it exists. In the declaration, the leaders condemned those who support terrorism or finance, train, harbour or support terrorists, and added that states that aid, abet or shelter terrorists are as guilty as the acts of terrorism and their perpetrators. Further, Vapayee and Putin also stressed, in the declaration, the need for the strict implementation of United Nations Security Council resolutions on the fight against terrorism, in particular Resolution No. 1373, on the suppression of terrorist financing.
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December - 5 
A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) spokesperson told the local news agency CNS on the same day that Ghulam Lone he had been killed by two Lashkar terrorists, namely Abu Furqan and Abu Hanzla. According to a media report, originally a businessman, Ghulam Lone wa
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A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) spokesperson told the local news agency CNS on the same day that Ghulam Lone he had been killed by two Lashkar terrorists, namely Abu Furqan and Abu Hanzla. According to a media report, originally a businessman, Ghulam Lone was an associate of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen’s (HM) first ‘chief commander of operations’ Master Ahsan Dar in 1990-94. When Dar left the HM and launched his own Muslim Mujahideen (MM), Lone functioned as the ‘financial chief’ of the latter. He had surrendered to the authorities and was among the group that held talks with the Union government in 1996.
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December - 5 
A media report quoting police sources said security forces (SFs) killed 15,937 terrorists, a substantial number of them being foreign mercenaries, since January 1990 to November 2002. Of them, 1581 terrorists have been killed during the first 11 of t
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A media report quoting police sources said security forces (SFs) killed 15,937 terrorists, a substantial number of them being foreign mercenaries, since January 1990 to November 2002. Of them, 1581 terrorists have been killed during the first 11 of the current year. Giving details, the report said 3346 terrorists have surrendered since the year 1990. Further, in 55538 incidents, including 3735 in the current year, till November, terrorists have killed 10594 civilians and injured 4863 others since the year 1990. The violent incidents comprised blasts and explosions, hurling of hand grenades in crowded places, rocket attacks, random firing, abductions etc. 876 civilians have lost their lives in terrorist attacks during the first 11 months of the current year. The report also said 173 civilians have died and 397 sustained injuries during group clashes between terrorists during the last 13 years. On recoveries, the report indicated that, during the period spanning January 1990 to November 2002, SFs seized 24664 series of AK rifles, 51048 magazines and 31.20 lakh rounds of ammunition, 9377 pistols/revolvers with 8998 magazines and 1.90 lakh rounds, 988 universal machine guns (UMG) with 1300 magazines and about 1.00 lakh rounds, 333 sniper rifles with 44274 rounds, 4164 rockets, 737 rocket launchers, 2266 rocket boosters and 47025 grenades/hand grenades. Recoveries also included 68 tonnes of RDX, 24 tonnes of explosives, 3761 Improvised Explosive Devices (lED), 5228 anti-personnel mines, 497 anti-tank mines, 49889 detonators and 5501 electric detonators. Total communication equipment recovered from terrorists over the last 13 years included 3842 wireless sets and 16004m of cordex wire, 558 binoculars and 32 telescopes.
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December - 5 
According to media reports, two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists, identified as Pranjal Borah of Barhampur and Jayanta Ray of Adarshagaon, have been killed by the Army in Putani village, under Samaguri Police station-limits, near Nag
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According to media reports, two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists, identified as Pranjal Borah of Barhampur and Jayanta Ray of Adarshagaon, have been killed by the Army in Putani village, under Samaguri Police station-limits, near Nagaon, Assam, on December 5. A Belgium-made .9 mm pistol, three packets of RDX, currency notes of Bhutan and an office seal of the ULFA were recovered from the slain terrorists. However, media reports added that some section of the local people claimed it was not an encounter.
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December - 5 
An estimated 18 police personnel belonging to the Orissa Special Armed Police (OSAP) were injured in a landmine blast triggered by left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG), under a culvert near Kolnara, on the Rayagada-Behrampur
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An estimated 18 police personnel belonging to the Orissa Special Armed Police (OSAP) were injured in a landmine blast triggered by left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG), under a culvert near Kolnara, on the Rayagada-Behrampur State highway, on December 5. The incident took place when the police personnel were returning to Koraput from Behrampur after participating in an annual police sports event. Earlier, Naxalites of the People’s Guerrilla Army (PGA), the PWG’s milkitary-wing, held up vehicles for about two hours on the same highway near Badachampi village, Rayagada district. According to police sources, the Naxalites also raided a house in the village, burnt down a tractor and two motor cycles and decamped with some valuables. Police have launched a combing operation to track down the Naxalites.
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December - 5 
At Pulwama, three SF personnel were injured as terrorists lobbed a hand grenade towards their vehicle at Rajpora Chowk.
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At Pulwama, three SF personnel were injured as terrorists lobbed a hand grenade towards their vehicle at Rajpora Chowk.
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December - 5 
Bihar police arrested a self-styled ‘area commander’ of left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group the People’s War Group (PWG), on December 5. Police sources said the arrested Naxal leader was wanted in several criminal cases.
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Bihar police arrested a self-styled ‘area commander’ of left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group the People’s War Group (PWG), on December 5. Police sources said the arrested Naxal leader was wanted in several criminal cases.
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December - 5 
In another incident, a group of five terrorists intruded into the residence of a civilian at Bhagwa, in Doda district, and reportedly asked him to handover his son to them for joining their ranks. According to official sources, consequent to his refu
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In another incident, a group of five terrorists intruded into the residence of a civilian at Bhagwa, in Doda district, and reportedly asked him to handover his son to them for joining their ranks. According to official sources, consequent to his refusal, the terrorists killed him and injured three others of the family and later escaped.
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December - 5 
In another incident, four Naxalites of the PWG surrendered to the Nizamabad district police chief in Kamareddy, on December 5.
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In another incident, four Naxalites of the PWG surrendered to the Nizamabad district police chief in Kamareddy, on December 5.
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December - 5 
In another incident, the police in Patna arrested a village headman for allegedly supplying arms to Andhra Pradesh-based Naxalite groups.
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In another incident, the police in Patna arrested a village headman for allegedly supplying arms to Andhra Pradesh-based Naxalite groups.
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December - 5 
In another reported incident, a Kamtapur Liberation Orgainsation (KLO) terrorist, identified as Ranjit Singha alias Raju Ekka, resident of Beburamjote, was arrested in Siliguri, West Bengal, on December 5, while he was returning to India from Nepal.
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In another reported incident, a Kamtapur Liberation Orgainsation (KLO) terrorist, identified as Ranjit Singha alias Raju Ekka, resident of Beburamjote, was arrested in Siliguri, West Bengal, on December 5, while he was returning to India from Nepal. Media reports added that security forces apprehend that KLO terrorists might take shelter in Nepal, as Bhutan is increasingly under pressure from India’s Union government to flush out terrorists from its soil.
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December - 5 
India, on December 5, asked Bangladesh for an urgent flag meeting of border guards of the two countries and to hand over of two hardcore National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists arrested by Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) on December 1. The BDR
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India, on December 5, asked Bangladesh for an urgent flag meeting of border guards of the two countries and to hand over of two hardcore National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists arrested by Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) on December 1. The BDR has not yet responded to the request for a flag meeting with India’s Border Security Force (BSF). One media source reported that the terrorists were trying to sneak into Tripura from their base inside Bangladesh when local villagers caught them and handed them to the BDR, while another report claimed that the NLFT terrorists were returning to Tripura after training at a camp in Myanmar.
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December - 5 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s Guerrilla Army (PGA), the military-wing of left-wing extremist––Naxalite––People’s War Group (PWG), set a fire a Hindustan Aluminium Company Limited (Hindalco) bauxite mine in Kerodari, village, and also
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s Guerrilla Army (PGA), the military-wing of left-wing extremist––Naxalite––People’s War Group (PWG), set a fire a Hindustan Aluminium Company Limited (Hindalco) bauxite mine in Kerodari, village, and also torched a forest department office and checkpost in Bishnupur, Lohardaga district. Hindalco officials said the attack caused damage worth approximately Rs 50 million, though police estimated it at about Rs.20 million.
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December - 5 
Media reports indicated that terrorists lobbed two grenades and fired upon the residence of former Minister Sakeena Itoo at Damhal Hanjipora, Anantnag district. Even as her house-guards retaliated, the terrorists managed to escape. A security force (
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Media reports indicated that terrorists lobbed two grenades and fired upon the residence of former Minister Sakeena Itoo at Damhal Hanjipora, Anantnag district. Even as her house-guards retaliated, the terrorists managed to escape. A security force (SF) personnel was injured during this incident.
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December - 5 
Nalagonda district police chief VC Sajjanar distributed house sites, agricultural land and animals worth Rs 5.80 lakh to 22 surrendered Naxalites of the PWG and their parents at Valigonda mandal in the district. The assistance was given as part of th
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Nalagonda district police chief VC Sajjanar distributed house sites, agricultural land and animals worth Rs 5.80 lakh to 22 surrendered Naxalites of the PWG and their parents at Valigonda mandal in the district. The assistance was given as part of the Annalara, Akkalara Palletalli Pilustondi’ (Brothers and sisters! the villages beckons) programme, launched by the police on November 4.
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December - 5 
SFs destroyed three terrorist hideouts in Bonzuri nullah area, Bandipore, and recovered 2000 AK-56 ammunition rounds, seven RPGs, 200 Kgs of RDX, 28 hand grenades and an anti-tank rocket.
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SFs destroyed three terrorist hideouts in Bonzuri nullah area, Bandipore, and recovered 2000 AK-56 ammunition rounds, seven RPGs, 200 Kgs of RDX, 28 hand grenades and an anti-tank rocket.
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December - 5 
State Chief Minister, Naveen Patnaik ordered an inquiry into the November 26-killing by the Naxalites of ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader Jajati Sahu. Replying to a three-day debate in the State Legislative Assembly on the law and order situation
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State Chief Minister, Naveen Patnaik ordered an inquiry into the November 26-killing by the Naxalites of ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader Jajati Sahu. Replying to a three-day debate in the State Legislative Assembly on the law and order situation in the State, Patnaik said police have arrested five persons in connection with the killing of Sahu.
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December - 5 
The secessionist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) conglomerate, on December 5, welcomed the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Toiba’s (LeT) four-day cease-fire announcement in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and urged the Union government to respond positively.
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The secessionist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) conglomerate, on December 5, welcomed the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Toiba’s (LeT) four-day cease-fire announcement in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and urged the Union government to respond positively. Senior Hurriyat executive committee member and Ithad-ul-Muslimeen President Maulana Mohammed Abbaas Hussain Ansari said the Lashkar's momentary cease-fire on the eve of the holy festival of Eid-ul-Fitr has set-in the tone for a new situation in J&K. "The decision taken by the Lashkar-e-Toiba is appreciable. We welcome such gesture. But the government of India's silence is very meaningful. It would have been better had New Delhi also responded positively to the offer", said the Maulana.
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December - 5 
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar stated that he submitted a list of 52 training camps located in Bangladesh, where terrorists from India’s Northeast were being trained, to Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, and that he had asked the Premier to t
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Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar stated that he submitted a list of 52 training camps located in Bangladesh, where terrorists from India’s Northeast were being trained, to Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, and that he had asked the Premier to take up the matter with Bangladesh. Already, India has accused Bangladesh of sheltering Indian terrorists, however, Bangladesh denies the charges.
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December - 5 
Two left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) were killed in separate encounters in Dantewada and Bijapur police districts, on December 5. Police sources said the slain Naxalites were involved in over a dozen incidents of violenc
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Two left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) were killed in separate encounters in Dantewada and Bijapur police districts, on December 5. Police sources said the slain Naxalites were involved in over a dozen incidents of violence in Chhattisgarh, Orissa, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra.
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December - 5 
Two terrorists belong to the proscribed All-Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) surrendered with arms to the Assam Rifles (AR) in Khowai, Tripura on December 5. According to media reports, both the terrorists had fled the outfit’s camp in Satcherri in the Hab
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Two terrorists belong to the proscribed All-Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) surrendered with arms to the Assam Rifles (AR) in Khowai, Tripura on December 5. According to media reports, both the terrorists had fled the outfit’s camp in Satcherri in the Habiganj district, Bangladesh on November 27, along with three other fellow cadres of the outfit. They have reportedly deposited two .9mm pistols, while surrendering. Reportedly, they told Assam Rifles personnel that the other three fellow cadres members would surrender soon with an AK series rifle, a carbine and a .38 revolver.
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December - 5 
Two terrorists surrendered to senior police officials in Bhaderwah town, Doda district. They have been identified as Showkat Hussain, who was associated with the HM, and Manzoor Ahmed alias Aqib, affiliated to the Harkat-ul-Jihad-i-Islami (HuJI) grou
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Two terrorists surrendered to senior police officials in Bhaderwah town, Doda district. They have been identified as Showkat Hussain, who was associated with the HM, and Manzoor Ahmed alias Aqib, affiliated to the Harkat-ul-Jihad-i-Islami (HuJI) group. Meanwhile, SFs also arrested two terrorists belonging to the HuJI from the Dimmy village, Mahore area of Udhampur district. According to official sources, they were arrested after a brief encounter in Dimmy area. Recoveries made from their possession included two AK rifles, five AK magazines, 140 rounds of ammunition, three Chinese hand grenades and a wireless set.
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December - 5 
Unidentified terrorists, on December 5, killed the elder brother of slain Law Minister Mushtaq Ahmed Lone, outside his residence, in Sogam village, Lolab area of Kupwara district. According to official sources, two terrorists lobbed a grenade and s
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Unidentified terrorists, on December 5, killed the elder brother of slain Law Minister Mushtaq Ahmed Lone, outside his residence, in Sogam village, Lolab area of Kupwara district. According to official sources, two terrorists lobbed a grenade and subsequently opened indiscriminate fire killing the slain Ghulam Mohiuddin Lone. Both the terrorists escaped after the killing. Ghulam Lone’s younger brother Mushtaq Ahmed Lone, who was a senior National Conference leader and Law Minister in the erstwhile Farooq Abdullah government, was assassinated along with his two personal security officers by terrorists during an election rally in Tikkipora village, 8km from his Sogam residence, on September 11.
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December - 5 
Warangal district police arrested four left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) and recovered 300 gelatine sticks, 49 detonators and one bundle of electric wire, on December 5. According to police sources, the arrested Naxalites
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Warangal district police arrested four left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) and recovered 300 gelatine sticks, 49 detonators and one bundle of electric wire, on December 5. According to police sources, the arrested Naxalites were all residents of Battupalli village, Hanamkonda mandal (administrative unit), Warangal district. They were arrested while trying to supply ammunition to Naxal couriers.
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December - 6 
According to delayed reports, Bihar police, on December 6, seized the 600 detonators and 500 meters of fuse wires from a bag on a train and arrested one person in the Gaya, about 100km from Patna, Bihar. According to the Deputy Superintendent of rai
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According to delayed reports, Bihar police, on December 6, seized the 600 detonators and 500 meters of fuse wires from a bag on a train and arrested one person in the Gaya, about 100km from Patna, Bihar. According to the Deputy Superintendent of railway police, the explosives were meant for two left- wing extremist groups, Naxalites––the People’s War Group (PWG) and the Maoist Communist Center (MCC). Both these left wing extremists groups operate in the region, he added.
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December - 6 
Already, India had informed Bangladesh that anti-India terrorists and other militant Islamists linked to the al-Qaeda were taking shelter in that country. India has also decided to add 2,000 more guards to its 4,000-km (2,500-mile) border with Bangl
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Already, India had informed Bangladesh that anti-India terrorists and other militant Islamists linked to the al-Qaeda were taking shelter in that country. India has also decided to add 2,000 more guards to its 4,000-km (2,500-mile) border with Bangladesh, reports added.
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December - 6 
In another development, the NSCN (IM) called a consultative meeting on the Indo-Naga peace process, at Senapati, Manipur, on December 6, according to Lalngalan Zemei, a senior leader of the outfit. However, State Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh, in
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In another development, the NSCN (IM) called a consultative meeting on the Indo-Naga peace process, at Senapati, Manipur, on December 6, according to Lalngalan Zemei, a senior leader of the outfit. However, State Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh, in a statement, denied reports of any Naga meet at Senapati, reports added.
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December - 6 
In another incident, a security force (SF) personnel was injured when unidentified terrorists fired upon a patrol party in Magam, Kokernag area of Anantnag district.
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In another incident, a security force (SF) personnel was injured when unidentified terrorists fired upon a patrol party in Magam, Kokernag area of Anantnag district.
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December - 6 
In another incident, the Naxalites attacked Raoghat police station, Kanker district, on December 6. Speaking to the media Inspector General of Police (IGP), Bastar region, said the People’s Guerrilla Army (PGA) of the PWG was suspected to have been i
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In another incident, the Naxalites attacked Raoghat police station, Kanker district, on December 6. Speaking to the media Inspector General of Police (IGP), Bastar region, said the People’s Guerrilla Army (PGA) of the PWG was suspected to have been involved in the attack. No one was injured in the attack, though both the sides fired several rounds. The Naxalites managed to escape after the attack.
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December - 6 
In another reported incident, two terrorists were killed in an internecine clash between two factions of the Kuki National Front (KNF) in Keithalmanbi, Senapati district, on December 6, However, the identities of the deceased are yet to be ascertaine
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In another reported incident, two terrorists were killed in an internecine clash between two factions of the Kuki National Front (KNF) in Keithalmanbi, Senapati district, on December 6, However, the identities of the deceased are yet to be ascertained.
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December - 6 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blasted an abandoned police station in Veldurthi, Guntur district, on December 6. According to police sources, the Naxalites planted four tiffin-box bombs of five kg each, of which three
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blasted an abandoned police station in Veldurthi, Guntur district, on December 6. According to police sources, the Naxalites planted four tiffin-box bombs of five kg each, of which three were exploded damaging the old police station building. The building was unoccupied, as the police force of the station had been shifted three months ago to a new building.
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December - 6 
Maharastra’s Minister of State for home Kripashankar Singh and the Director General of Police of the State, however, ruled out the possibility of the blast being caused by a bomb. Reports added that, although the police refused to confirm that a bom
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Maharastra’s Minister of State for home Kripashankar Singh and the Director General of Police of the State, however, ruled out the possibility of the blast being caused by a bomb. Reports added that, although the police refused to confirm that a bomb had caused the blast, a one-foot crater on the floor gave rise to the speculation that a crude-explosive could have been the cause for the blast.
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December - 6 
Media reports said 21 persons were injured, five of them seriously, following an explosion at a fast-food outlet at the Mumbai Central railway station, on December 6.
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Media reports said 21 persons were injured, five of them seriously, following an explosion at a fast-food outlet at the Mumbai Central railway station, on December 6.
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December - 6 
Quoting an official estimate, media reports of December 7 claimed 83 terrorists from different outfits have laid down arms and surrendered to the security forces in Nagaland, thus far, in 2002. The arms deposited by them includes three U S carbines,
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Quoting an official estimate, media reports of December 7 claimed 83 terrorists from different outfits have laid down arms and surrendered to the security forces in Nagaland, thus far, in 2002. The arms deposited by them includes three U S carbines, one AK 56 Rifle, One AK 47 Rifle, two mm Automatic Rifles, a US made machine gun, a M-22 Rifle, two .303 Rifles with Radio Sets and Assorted ammunition. The surrendered terrorists have been rehabilitated and employed with the Assam Rifles, and some have been given employment in various tea gardens and factories.
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December - 6 
SFs raided a hideout of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) in Laribal forests, Shakargah village, Pulwama district. However, during the exchange of fire, the terrorists managed to escape.
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SFs raided a hideout of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) in Laribal forests, Shakargah village, Pulwama district. However, during the exchange of fire, the terrorists managed to escape.
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December - 6 
Six terrorists belonging to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group were killed in an encounter in Danmoh-Kreeri, Pattan area of Baramulla district, on December 6. Official sources said four of the slain terrorists were foreign mercenaries, while the remaini
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Six terrorists belonging to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group were killed in an encounter in Danmoh-Kreeri, Pattan area of Baramulla district, on December 6. Official sources said four of the slain terrorists were foreign mercenaries, while the remaining two were local residents. Six AK assault rifles, two pistols and two Under Barrel Grenade Launchers (UBGL) were recovered from the encounter-site.
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December - 6 
Speaking to media persons on December 6, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Chief of Army Staff General S Padmanabhan said infiltration from the Pakistan side of the Line of Control (LoC ) into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir has declined by 43-44 per cen
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Speaking to media persons on December 6, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Chief of Army Staff General S Padmanabhan said infiltration from the Pakistan side of the Line of Control (LoC ) into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir has declined by 43-44 per cent now, compared to the corresponding period last year, reports said.
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December - 6 
To further strengthen security along its border with Bangladesh and to stop terrorists and other militant Islamists from using waterways to infiltrate into India, the Unipon government has decided to deploy five motorized rafts, each accompanied by e
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To further strengthen security along its border with Bangladesh and to stop terrorists and other militant Islamists from using waterways to infiltrate into India, the Unipon government has decided to deploy five motorized rafts, each accompanied by eight speedboats, on the Brahmaputra river, media reports said on December 7.
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December - 7 
In a separate incident, SF personnel destroyed two terrorist hideouts in Karag forests, under Ganderbal police station-limits, on the outskirts of Srinagar, and seized two kg of RDX, 14 Under Barrel Grenade Launchers, 100 grams of explosive, a gun w
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In a separate incident, SF personnel destroyed two terrorist hideouts in Karag forests, under Ganderbal police station-limits, on the outskirts of Srinagar, and seized two kg of RDX, 14 Under Barrel Grenade Launchers, 100 grams of explosive, a gun with 478 rounds and 189 AK rounds.
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December - 7 
According to a media report, left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) made an abortive attempt to blast Mandamarri railway station, Kazipet-Ballarshah section of South Central Railway, in Andhra Pradesh, on December 7. A 15-me
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According to a media report, left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) made an abortive attempt to blast Mandamarri railway station, Kazipet-Ballarshah section of South Central Railway, in Andhra Pradesh, on December 7. A 15-member group carrying two buckets full of explosives drew wires to some distance and attempted to blast the building. The explosives failed to explode, forcing the Naxals to abandon their plan. Although no loss of life or injuries has been reported, the Naxals set-ablaze office records and furniture, following the unsuccessful attempt. They also snatched two walkie-talkie sets from the railway staff and cut the telephone wire before escaping from the incident-site.
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December - 7 
According to a report in the Indian Express, the United States, under persuasion from Pakistan, has recently issued a demarche to India, suggesting that the latter go slow on its political and reconstruction activities in Afghanistan as these were, i
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According to a report in the Indian Express, the United States, under persuasion from Pakistan, has recently issued a demarche to India, suggesting that the latter go slow on its political and reconstruction activities in Afghanistan as these were, in turn, having an adverse impact on a weakened President Pervez Musharraf. The US is reported to have pointed that India’s attempts to carve out a presence in the post-Taliban Afghanistan, for example, by opening consulates in key cities like Kandahar and Jalalabad - both near the Pakistan border - was causing significant discomfort to the Musharraf regime. The report added, India’s Foreign Office responded by indicating to the US Administration that, India, along with the international community, continued to be concerned about the fact that Pakistan was increasingly becoming a safe haven for the Al Qaeda and theTaliban, including for front ranking terrorists like Osama bin Laden.
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December - 7 
According to delayed media reports, four Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) terrorists were arrested from Jaiaw and Mawlai areas, in Meghalaya, on December 7. Quoting police sources, reports added that a Sten gun and 20 rounds of live amm
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According to delayed media reports, four Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) terrorists were arrested from Jaiaw and Mawlai areas, in Meghalaya, on December 7. Quoting police sources, reports added that a Sten gun and 20 rounds of live ammunition were seized from one of the hideouts of the outfit at Jaiaw.
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December - 7 
According to media reports, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) has brought out a booklet titled ‘The Threat’ which highlights the killings and over-all atrocities inflicted by the rival NSCN-Isac-Muivah (NSCN-IM) faction. Th
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According to media reports, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) has brought out a booklet titled ‘The Threat’ which highlights the killings and over-all atrocities inflicted by the rival NSCN-Isac-Muivah (NSCN-IM) faction. The booklet was reportedly published by the underground ministry of information and publicity (MIP) of the government of people’s republic of Nagaland (GPRN)/NSCN (K). The 70 page-booklet also contains a list of cadres killed by the NSCN (IM).
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December - 7 
According to media reports, two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter in Moinaguri, near Ripu Forest Range, under Kasugaon police station-limits, Kokrajhar district, Assam, on December 7. Quoting official
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According to media reports, two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter in Moinaguri, near Ripu Forest Range, under Kasugaon police station-limits, Kokrajhar district, Assam, on December 7. Quoting official sources, reports added that personnel of the 1st Maratha Light Infantry killed the terrorists after a prolonged three-hour encounter. Meanwhile, a 9mm revolver, three grenades, two magazines and some detonators were recovered from the dead terrorists.
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December - 7 
According to media reports, two woman cadres of United Liberation of Asom (ULFA) surrendered before to the 181 Mountain Brigade in Tinsukia, on December 7. They were identified as Bonti Lahon, alias Purabi Neog, wife of self-styled major Prabal Neog,
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According to media reports, two woman cadres of United Liberation of Asom (ULFA) surrendered before to the 181 Mountain Brigade in Tinsukia, on December 7. They were identified as Bonti Lahon, alias Purabi Neog, wife of self-styled major Prabal Neog, and Momi Rajkhowa, wife of self-styled sergeant major Rameshwar Borsaikia. The surrender of the two revealed they had been staying with their husbands at an ULFA camp in Myanmar since 1997.
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December - 7 
According to official sources, security force (SF) personnel, on December 7, raided a terrorist hideout in Rajada Bohriwala village, Surankote area, Poonch district, on securing specific information that a group of terrorists had taken shelter in an
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According to official sources, security force (SF) personnel, on December 7, raided a terrorist hideout in Rajada Bohriwala village, Surankote area, Poonch district, on securing specific information that a group of terrorists had taken shelter in an abandoned house there with a view to carrying out some killings. In the ensuing encounter, three terrorists were killed. Sources added that two other terrorists of the group managed to escape from the encounter-site. Two AK rifles, a pistol, three AK magazines, a pistol magazine, 39 AK rounds and a wireless set were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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December - 7 
In another encounter, in Padipura village, Doda district, Mohammed Shaffi Moulvi alias Hansa Farebi, a ‘section commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) was killed. An AK rifle, a 9mm round, 29 AK rounds and some explosives material was recovered fr
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In another encounter, in Padipura village, Doda district, Mohammed Shaffi Moulvi alias Hansa Farebi, a ‘section commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) was killed. An AK rifle, a 9mm round, 29 AK rounds and some explosives material was recovered from the incident site.
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December - 7 
Police raided a house in Badalbari, Atharamura range of Dhalai district, and arrested two more NLFT terrorists on the same day.
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Police raided a house in Badalbari, Atharamura range of Dhalai district, and arrested two more NLFT terrorists on the same day.
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December - 7 
SFs destroyed a terrorist hideout in Seri Top, Marmat area of Doda district. Recoveries made from the hideout included a binocular, 150 pencil cells, a battery, a film roll, a pocket diary, 20 pairs of socks, some photographs and dry fruits. However,
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SFs destroyed a terrorist hideout in Seri Top, Marmat area of Doda district. Recoveries made from the hideout included a binocular, 150 pencil cells, a battery, a film roll, a pocket diary, 20 pairs of socks, some photographs and dry fruits. However, the terrorists were not present in the hideout when the raid was carried out.
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December - 7 
Tripura State police have reportedly arrested five terrorists belonging to the proscribed National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) on December 7. Media reports said police raided a house on a tip-off in Khumulwung village, West Tripura district, b
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Tripura State police have reportedly arrested five terrorists belonging to the proscribed National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) on December 7. Media reports said police raided a house on a tip-off in Khumulwung village, West Tripura district, but were fired upon by the terrorists, which resulted in a gun battle. After a brief encounter they managed to capture three terrorists.
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December - 7 
Two more terrorists of the HM and a SF personnel were killed, while another SF personnel was injured, in an encounter in Jahama Mawar, near Handwara, Kupwara district. Two AK rifles, six magazines and 120 rounds of ammunition were recovered from the
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Two more terrorists of the HM and a SF personnel were killed, while another SF personnel was injured, in an encounter in Jahama Mawar, near Handwara, Kupwara district. Two AK rifles, six magazines and 120 rounds of ammunition were recovered from the encounter-site.
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December - 7 
Two Pakistan-based terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) group were killed in another encounter in Markul Kakernallah, near Dardpora, in Kupwara district. Some arms and ammunition were recovered from slain terrorists.
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Two Pakistan-based terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) group were killed in another encounter in Markul Kakernallah, near Dardpora, in Kupwara district. Some arms and ammunition were recovered from slain terrorists.
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December - 7 
Unidentified terrorists abducted a civilian from his residence in Hard Wail, Budgam district.
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Unidentified terrorists abducted a civilian from his residence in Hard Wail, Budgam district.
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December - 8 
A civilian was killed during exchange of firing between terrorists and security forces in Milan village, Surankote area of Poonch district. The terrorists, however, managed to escape.
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A civilian was killed during exchange of firing between terrorists and security forces in Milan village, Surankote area of Poonch district. The terrorists, however, managed to escape.
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December - 8 
A group of four terrorists attacked the Banihal police station and a Special Task Force (STF) post in its vicinity, in Banihal town of Doda district. They lobbed two grenades and opened firie on two police installations. Even as the police personnel
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A group of four terrorists attacked the Banihal police station and a Special Task Force (STF) post in its vicinity, in Banihal town of Doda district. They lobbed two grenades and opened firie on two police installations. Even as the police personnel retaliated, the terrorists managed to escape.
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December - 8 
According to official sources, security forces (SFs) carried out a raid at a house in Dambar village, in the Chatru area of Doda district, following reports that Harkat ul-Jihad-i-Islami (HuJI) ‘group commander’ Ghulam Mohd alias Shikari was present
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According to official sources, security forces (SFs) carried out a raid at a house in Dambar village, in the Chatru area of Doda district, following reports that Harkat ul-Jihad-i-Islami (HuJI) ‘group commander’ Ghulam Mohd alias Shikari was present there. Even as SF personnel were in the process of surrounding the house, Shikari and his bodyguard attacked them. In the ensuing encounter, while the bodyguard was killed, Shikari managed to escape. An AK rifle, a Chinese grenade and some ammunition were recovered from the incident-site.
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December - 8 
Addressing cadres of the ruling Communist Party of India––Marxist [CPI-M] at Dumurjala, Howrah district, on December 8, West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadev Bhattacharjee said administrative and political measures should be used to combat extremist o
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Addressing cadres of the ruling Communist Party of India––Marxist [CPI-M] at Dumurjala, Howrah district, on December 8, West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadev Bhattacharjee said administrative and political measures should be used to combat extremist outfits like the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) and the People’s War Group (PWG). Stating that these organizations did not have public support, he said that they want to disturb the peaceful atmosphere of the State.
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December - 8 
In another incident, an unidentified terrorist and a Border Security Force (BSF) personnel were killed, while another BSF personnel was injured, in an encounter in Phagli village, near Argi in Rajouri district. Official sources said that the encounte
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In another incident, an unidentified terrorist and a Border Security Force (BSF) personnel were killed, while another BSF personnel was injured, in an encounter in Phagli village, near Argi in Rajouri district. Official sources said that the encounter was continuing, when reports last came in, as two more terrorists were holed-up in the area. A rifle, four magazines and 120 rounds of ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorist, sources added.
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December - 8 
In Srinagar, terrorists attacked a SF camp at the Bakshi Stadium with rifle grenades, injuring nine Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel, official sources said. The terrorists escaped after the attack. No terrorist group has thus far claimed
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In Srinagar, terrorists attacked a SF camp at the Bakshi Stadium with rifle grenades, injuring nine Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel, official sources said. The terrorists escaped after the attack. No terrorist group has thus far claimed responsibility for the attack, which occurred hours before the four-day unilateral cease-fire announced by the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) was set to expire.
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December - 8 
Official sources said a huge cache of explosives, ammunition and landmine equipment were recovered after an exchange of fire between security forces and left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG), at Tiurakara village, Rohtas dist
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Official sources said a huge cache of explosives, ammunition and landmine equipment were recovered after an exchange of fire between security forces and left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG), at Tiurakara village, Rohtas district, on December 8. The Naxalites, however, managed to escape into the dense forest.
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December - 8 
On December 8, United National Liberation Front (UNLF) terrorists laid an ambush on a police convoy, killing four policemen. According to media reports, Ukhrul Superintendent of Police S Manglemjao and one of his escorts the attack unhurt. Reportedly
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On December 8, United National Liberation Front (UNLF) terrorists laid an ambush on a police convoy, killing four policemen. According to media reports, Ukhrul Superintendent of Police S Manglemjao and one of his escorts the attack unhurt. Reportedly, after engaging the police in an armed-clash, all terrorists fled to the nearby forest. Immediately, a team of security forces led by Inspector General of police (Law and order) Ahanthem Romenkumar rushed to the spot on a rescue mission. A massive operation is on in the area and troops of the Assam Rifles are reportedly assisting in the search operation.
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December - 8 
Speaking at an election rally in Rajkot, in neighbouring Gujarat, on December 8, Maharashtra Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh said, "Maharashtra could be the next target of terrorists because it is close to Gujarat, and particularly Mumbai––which is
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Speaking at an election rally in Rajkot, in neighbouring Gujarat, on December 8, Maharashtra Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh said, "Maharashtra could be the next target of terrorists because it is close to Gujarat, and particularly Mumbai––which is the commercial capital of the country––is a soft target." He also said the blast at the Mumbai Central railway station on December 6 was not the handiwork of any terrorist group. However, he pointed out that the December 2-Ghatkopar bomb blast inside a bus was surely a terrorist attack, and he did not rule out the active role of some known terrorist organizations operating in the country.
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December - 8 
Suspected left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blasted the office of the Block Development Officer (BDO), under Bishrampur police station-limits, Palamu district, on December 8. Official sources said the Naxalites came to th
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Suspected left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blasted the office of the Block Development Officer (BDO), under Bishrampur police station-limits, Palamu district, on December 8. Official sources said the Naxalites came to the office and bombed it during night, while no one was present at the office.
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December - 8 
Terrorists attacked a police vehicle in Pinglish village, in Pulwama district, and lobbed a grenade towards a SF picket near the general bus stand in Batmaloo area, Srinagar, without causing any damage or injury.
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Terrorists attacked a police vehicle in Pinglish village, in Pulwama district, and lobbed a grenade towards a SF picket near the general bus stand in Batmaloo area, Srinagar, without causing any damage or injury.
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December - 8 
Terrorists killed a civilian suspecting him to be an informer of security forces in Wanganpora, on the outskirts of Srinagar. In a separate incident, terrorists in Sonabrari, Anantnag district, killed an Irrigation Department employee.
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Terrorists killed a civilian suspecting him to be an informer of security forces in Wanganpora, on the outskirts of Srinagar. In a separate incident, terrorists in Sonabrari, Anantnag district, killed an Irrigation Department employee.
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December - 8 
Two unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter in Tiranga, about 25km from Banihal in Doda district. The encounter was still going on when last reports came in. Two AK-56 rifles, three magazines, 70 rounds of ammunition, a wireless set and t
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Two unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter in Tiranga, about 25km from Banihal in Doda district. The encounter was still going on when last reports came in. Two AK-56 rifles, three magazines, 70 rounds of ammunition, a wireless set and two grenades were recovered from the encounter-site. Another terrorist belonging to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) was killed in Gundana, near Wanipura under Doda police station’s jurisdiction.
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December - 8 
Unidentified terrorists in Arigam village, in Baramulla district, killed Sajjad Ahmad Dar, a surrendered terrorist who had served as a member of the Special Operation Group (SOG). Dar, a resident of the adjacent Nadihal village, had been dismissed fr
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Unidentified terrorists in Arigam village, in Baramulla district, killed Sajjad Ahmad Dar, a surrendered terrorist who had served as a member of the Special Operation Group (SOG). Dar, a resident of the adjacent Nadihal village, had been dismissed from the SOG, official sources said.
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December - 9 
A left-wing extremist––Naxalite––of the People's War Group (PWG) was killed in an encounter between Kedaripuram and Vangara villages, under Elwinpeta police station-limits, Vizianagaram district, on December 9. According to media reports, the encount
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A left-wing extremist––Naxalite––of the People's War Group (PWG) was killed in an encounter between Kedaripuram and Vangara villages, under Elwinpeta police station-limits, Vizianagaram district, on December 9. According to media reports, the encounter took place when the Naxalite, belonging to the Gotta dalam (squad) of the PWG, opened fire on a special police party combing the area. Police also recovered some arms and ammunition, and a book containing details of raids conducted in Orissa from the encounter-site.
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December - 9 
According to a media report, Victor Keishing, son of former Manipur Chief Minister Rishang Keishing had been abducted by some unidentified terrorists while he was on a visit to Sinkap village, Ukhrul, on December 9. However, no complaint had been reg
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According to a media report, Victor Keishing, son of former Manipur Chief Minister Rishang Keishing had been abducted by some unidentified terrorists while he was on a visit to Sinkap village, Ukhrul, on December 9. However, no complaint had been registered with the police till December 11, reports added.
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December - 9 
According to media reports of December 9, Tamil Nadu police has intensified searches to nab more terrorists across the State. The drive follows the arrest, on December 2, of two Muslim Defence Force cadres in the State capital Chennai, and in other p
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According to media reports of December 9, Tamil Nadu police has intensified searches to nab more terrorists across the State. The drive follows the arrest, on December 2, of two Muslim Defence Force cadres in the State capital Chennai, and in other parts of the State. During an informal chat with media persons, Chennai City Police Commissioner K Vijaykumar said, a senior police officer of the State had gone to Hyderabad and met with Andhra Pradesh police officials and obtained some valuable information about the activities of terrorists. To recollect, two Lashkar-e-Toiba terrorists were killed in Andhra Pradesh, following the attack, on November 21, on a temple in the State capital Hyderabad
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December - 9 
According to media reports, Dima Halim Daoga (DHD) terrorists, in North Cachar Hills district, Assam, laid an ambush and injured two railway policemen and a railway engineer, on December 9. Quoting police sources, reports added that the outfit laid t
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According to media reports, Dima Halim Daoga (DHD) terrorists, in North Cachar Hills district, Assam, laid an ambush and injured two railway policemen and a railway engineer, on December 9. Quoting police sources, reports added that the outfit laid the ambush when they were inspecting the broadgauge conversion work at Langting. Though a search operation is on, no breakthrough has been made, when reports last came in.
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December - 9 
According to media reports, the forensic report on the December 6-bomb blast at a fast food outlet at Mumbai Central railway station, in which 25 people were injured, held that a crude bomb caused the blast. After examining samples collected at the b
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According to media reports, the forensic report on the December 6-bomb blast at a fast food outlet at Mumbai Central railway station, in which 25 people were injured, held that a crude bomb caused the blast. After examining samples collected at the blast-site, the forensic department found that a crude device consisting of gunpowder, nails and iron balls, the report says caused the blast.
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December - 9 
In another incident, a hardcore ULFA terrorist named Rabin Deuri ,alias Astam Deuri, was arrested on December 9 in Bhogpur, Bihpuria circle, North Lakhimpur.
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In another incident, a hardcore ULFA terrorist named Rabin Deuri ,alias Astam Deuri, was arrested on December 9 in Bhogpur, Bihpuria circle, North Lakhimpur.
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December - 9 
Media reports on December 10 said Orissa State Armed Police (OSAP) and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel arrested five supporters of the left-wing extremist—Naxalite—People’s War Group (PWG) in Rayagada district, in combing operations con
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Media reports on December 10 said Orissa State Armed Police (OSAP) and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel arrested five supporters of the left-wing extremist—Naxalite—People’s War Group (PWG) in Rayagada district, in combing operations conducted during the ‘Martyrs Week’ celebrated by the PWG. The ‘Martyrs Week’ ended on December 8.
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December - 9 
Media reports said a senior counsel for Marumalarchi Dravida Munnettra Kazhagam (MDMK) leader Vaiko, detained under the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 (POTA), argued that the scope of section 21 of the Act affected the ‘right to freedom of speech
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Media reports said a senior counsel for Marumalarchi Dravida Munnettra Kazhagam (MDMK) leader Vaiko, detained under the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 (POTA), argued that the scope of section 21 of the Act affected the ‘right to freedom of speech and expression’ guaranteed under Article 19 of the Constitution. The counsel submitted, in the Supreme Court on December 9, that Vaiko was arrested on July 11, 2002 for making a statement at a public meeting in support of Sri Lanka’s Liberation of Tamil Tigers Elam (LTTE) rebels. The statement, he contended, was identical to what he had earlier stated in Parliament. He went to add that Vaiko had only explained, at a time when peace talks were going on in Sri Lanka with the LTTE, that the Union government should reconsider its stand on the ban imposed on the organisation. In his writ petition, filed from Vellore prison, Vaiko criticised section 21 of the Act on the ground that it "restricts freedom of expression'' and hence "it is violative of Article 19 (1) (a) of the Constitution and therefore unconstitutional''. He also added that, this section directly attempted to curtail citizens' freedom of speech and expression, and the right to assemble peacefully and without arms.
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December - 9 
Media reports said the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), on December 9, wound up its arguments and closed its case, in the March 12,1993-Mumbai serial bomb blasts trial, seven years after it was commenced, at a special court in Mumbai.
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Media reports said the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), on December 9, wound up its arguments and closed its case, in the March 12,1993-Mumbai serial bomb blasts trial, seven years after it was commenced, at a special court in Mumbai.
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December - 9 
Reports said Anees Ibrahim had a Pakistani passport with him at the time of his arrest, which might create problem in his extradition. He is also the brother of underworld don Dawood Ibrahim, another key accised in the blasts-case.
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Reports said Anees Ibrahim had a Pakistani passport with him at the time of his arrest, which might create problem in his extradition. He is also the brother of underworld don Dawood Ibrahim, another key accised in the blasts-case.
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December - 9 
Reports said at least 20 HNLC terrorists have reportedly entered into Meghalaya, armed with sophisticated weapons. According to media reports of December 9, the terrorists have entered the State through the porous Indo-Bangladesh border in West Khasi
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Reports said at least 20 HNLC terrorists have reportedly entered into Meghalaya, armed with sophisticated weapons. According to media reports of December 9, the terrorists have entered the State through the porous Indo-Bangladesh border in West Khasi Hills to carry out subversive activities in the region.
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December - 9 
Speaking to a private television network in Gujarat, Deputy Prime Minister, L.K.Advani confirmed, reports said on December 9, that Anees Ibrahim, one of the main accused in the March 13, 1993- Mumbai serial bomb blasts case, has been arrested by the
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Speaking to a private television network in Gujarat, Deputy Prime Minister, L.K.Advani confirmed, reports said on December 9, that Anees Ibrahim, one of the main accused in the March 13, 1993- Mumbai serial bomb blasts case, has been arrested by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) police in Dubai. He said a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) team has been already sent to bring Anees to India.
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December - 9 
The 25 left-wing extremists—Naxalites—arrested in Uthangkarai, Dharmapuri district, during search operations held on November 24 and 25, were produced in the Uthangkarai Judicial Magistrate's court on December 9. Their remand was extended till Decemb
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The 25 left-wing extremists—Naxalites—arrested in Uthangkarai, Dharmapuri district, during search operations held on November 24 and 25, were produced in the Uthangkarai Judicial Magistrate's court on December 9. Their remand was extended till December 23, 2002.
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December - 9 
The designated judge withdrew the order permitting an accused in the case and film actor Sanjay Dutt, and three others, to leave the jurisdiction of the court. The trial in the case commenced on June 30, 1995. The CBI examined 687 witnesses and rec
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The designated judge withdrew the order permitting an accused in the case and film actor Sanjay Dutt, and three others, to leave the jurisdiction of the court. The trial in the case commenced on June 30, 1995. The CBI examined 687 witnesses and recorded evidence running into 13,000 pages. 13 explosions shattered Mumbai killing 257 people and injuring 713 more.
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December - 9 
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has reportedly established contact with the proscribed Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) of Meghalaya through one emissary, media reports said, on December 9. The MHA is optimistic about peace talks comm
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The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has reportedly established contact with the proscribed Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) of Meghalaya through one emissary, media reports said, on December 9. The MHA is optimistic about peace talks commencing soon, following a positive response from the outfit that has been fighting for a Greater Garoland. Quoting an unidentified high level official in the MHA, the media report added that ‘top ANVC leaders are likely to come for negotiations soon’, and is most likely that the first round would be held in Delhi in 2003.
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December - 10 
According to media reports, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) ruled out the possibility of its participation in the forthcoming Legislative Assembly poll in Nagaland. In a reported statement, outfit publicity chief K Mulato
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According to media reports, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) ruled out the possibility of its participation in the forthcoming Legislative Assembly poll in Nagaland. In a reported statement, outfit publicity chief K Mulatonu said NSCN-K cadres do not ‘want to dirty their hands by meddling in electoral politics until the peace talks come to a logical end’. However, there has been no response, thus far from, the rival NSCN-Isac-Muivah (NSCN-IM) regarding its participation in the elections.
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December - 10 
An unnamed Dubai police officer was quoted as having said that there was no possibility of handing him over to any foreign country until courts in Dubai were convinced that he has no links to any criminal activity in other country.
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An unnamed Dubai police officer was quoted as having said that there was no possibility of handing him over to any foreign country until courts in Dubai were convinced that he has no links to any criminal activity in other country.
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December - 10 
In another incident, an unidentified terrorist was killed during an encounter at Panzalla Rafiabad village, Baramulla district of north Kashmir, also on the same day. Some arms and ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorist.
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In another incident, an unidentified terrorist was killed during an encounter at Panzalla Rafiabad village, Baramulla district of north Kashmir, also on the same day. Some arms and ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorist.
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December - 10 
Media reports of December 11 said India has requested the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to extradite Anees Ibrahim in connection with terrorism-related offences. Anees Ibrahim, underworld don and one of the accused in the March 12, 1993- Mumbai serial b
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Media reports of December 11 said India has requested the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to extradite Anees Ibrahim in connection with terrorism-related offences. Anees Ibrahim, underworld don and one of the accused in the March 12, 1993- Mumbai serial blasts, was arrested by Dubai police on December 3, for criminal offences and is presently being interrogated there. Reports said the chances of Anees’s extradition to India are very bleak, because he was held in Dubai for offences not related to terrorism, while India wants him to be extradited in connection with terrorism-related offences.
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December - 10 
Police recovered a consignment of arms and ammunition at Lower Muthi, under Domana police station’s jurisdiction, in Jammu. According to media reports, a search operation has been launched in the area in anticipation of infiltration by terrorists. Ho
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Police recovered a consignment of arms and ammunition at Lower Muthi, under Domana police station’s jurisdiction, in Jammu. According to media reports, a search operation has been launched in the area in anticipation of infiltration by terrorists. However, no arrests have been made thus far. The consignment had reportedly been dumped in the forest area at Lower Muthi, about two kms from the Jammu-Akhnoor road. Recoveries included an AK-56 rifle, three AK magazines, 87 rounds of ammunition and a sharp-edged knife. Further, security forces defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at Handwara.
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December - 10 
Security forces (SFs), on December 10, killed a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist at Dubri village, in Udhampur district. An AK rifle and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from his possession. Search operations at Dubri were continui
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Security forces (SFs), on December 10, killed a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist at Dubri village, in Udhampur district. An AK rifle and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from his possession. Search operations at Dubri were continuing, when last reports came in, as two more terrorists of the group were still holed-up in the village.
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December - 10 
Speaking at a prorgramme on Internatinal Human Rights Day in Kolkata, on December 10, West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharya said left-wing extremist—Naxalite—groups were deliberately tarnishing the image of the State on the issue of viola
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Speaking at a prorgramme on Internatinal Human Rights Day in Kolkata, on December 10, West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharya said left-wing extremist—Naxalite—groups were deliberately tarnishing the image of the State on the issue of violation of human rights. He said, "The Naxals are clamouring for the human rights today, but not so long ago these very people, in their youth, killed innocent citizens mercilessly". Defending the police on allegations of human rights violation, he pointed they had to operate in extreme conditions.
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December - 10 
The Al Nasireen terrorist group threatened to kill Qaiser Lone, Member of Legislative the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Lolab and a nephew of slain Minister Mushtaq Ahmed Lone. A spokesperson of the outfit, Faisal Nasir, said in a faxed statement,
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The Al Nasireen terrorist group threatened to kill Qaiser Lone, Member of Legislative the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Lolab and a nephew of slain Minister Mushtaq Ahmed Lone. A spokesperson of the outfit, Faisal Nasir, said in a faxed statement, "Al-Nasireen will rest only after finishing of qaiser for his anti-movement activities". Claiming that Qaiser’s uncle Mohiuddin Lone was killed on December 5 for his "anti-movement" activities, the outfit claimed that he had been funding a local news agency and a newspaper and using them for propaganda. The spokesperson also warned the owners of the two news organisations to "stop such activities".
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December - 11 
25 civilians were injured when unidentified terrorists lobbed a hand grenade at a vehicle of the Border Security Force (BSF), at General Bus Terminal, Pulwama town. Official sources said the grenade missed the intended target and exploded at a crowde
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25 civilians were injured when unidentified terrorists lobbed a hand grenade at a vehicle of the Border Security Force (BSF), at General Bus Terminal, Pulwama town. Official sources said the grenade missed the intended target and exploded at a crowded spot occupied by civilians. No terrorist outfit had claimed responsibility for the incident, thus far.
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December - 11 
A police personnel was killed when a group of terrorists attacked the residence of a National Conference activist at Manoo village, Doda district, with grenades in an attempt to kill the NC activist. The terrorists managed to escape after the killing
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A police personnel was killed when a group of terrorists attacked the residence of a National Conference activist at Manoo village, Doda district, with grenades in an attempt to kill the NC activist. The terrorists managed to escape after the killing.
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December - 11 
According to media reports, terrorists of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) killed two persons in Nayapara village, under Gossaigaon police station-limits, in Kokrajhar district, on December 11. The identities of the deceased are yet n
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According to media reports, terrorists of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) killed two persons in Nayapara village, under Gossaigaon police station-limits, in Kokrajhar district, on December 11. The identities of the deceased are yet not known.
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December - 11 
According to media reports, the police department has decided to provide more resources to the Hawk Force formed to combat left-wing extremists—Naxalites—in Balaghat and other districts. In the first phase, an additional police force of eight head co
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According to media reports, the police department has decided to provide more resources to the Hawk Force formed to combat left-wing extremists—Naxalites—in Balaghat and other districts. In the first phase, an additional police force of eight head constables and a company commander have been inducted in the 'Hawk Force'. Quoting police sources, reports said over a hundred new recruits are being trained at the sixth battalion of the Special Armed Forces (SAF), in Jabalpur. These specially trained personnel would be sent to the Naxalite-infested areas for taking action. Other resources including automatic weapons, vehicles and communication facilities are being made available to them.
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December - 11 
According to media reports, the Special Court conducting the trial in the December 13, 2001-Parliament attack case would be delivering its verdict on December 16. Special Court Judge S S Dhingra said, "Some more work has to be done on it." The verdic
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According to media reports, the Special Court conducting the trial in the December 13, 2001-Parliament attack case would be delivering its verdict on December 16. Special Court Judge S S Dhingra said, "Some more work has to be done on it." The verdict was originallt set to be delivered on December 11, yesterday. Alleged Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) terrorists Mohad Afzal and Shaukat Hussain Guru, the latter’s wife Navjot Sandhu alias Afsan Guru, and suspended Delhi University lecturer S A R Geelani are the accused, among others, in the case.
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December - 11 
According to media reports, the trial of the three accused in the Air India Boeing Kanihska bomb blast-case will be held from March 2003, in Canada. In June 1985, the Air India Boeing was blown up off-the Irish coast after a bomb planted in it went-o
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According to media reports, the trial of the three accused in the Air India Boeing Kanihska bomb blast-case will be held from March 2003, in Canada. In June 1985, the Air India Boeing was blown up off-the Irish coast after a bomb planted in it went-off killing, all 329 passengers on board.
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December - 11 
According to official sources in south Kashmir, acting on specific information, security forces (SFs) raided a terrorist hideout in the Khirmuh Gadole forest area of Kokernag, Anantnag district, on December 11. In the ensuing encounter, three terrori
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According to official sources in south Kashmir, acting on specific information, security forces (SFs) raided a terrorist hideout in the Khirmuh Gadole forest area of Kokernag, Anantnag district, on December 11. In the ensuing encounter, three terrorists of the Harkat-ul-Jihad-i-Islami (HuJI) were killed and two SF personnel injured.
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December - 11 
In a separate encounter, two terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) were killed at Rawalpora, near Kunzar village, Tangmarg , Baramulla district.
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In a separate encounter, two terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) were killed at Rawalpora, near Kunzar village, Tangmarg , Baramulla district.
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December - 11 
In another incident, suspected Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) killed a retired police officer in Visalakshinagar, Visakhapatnam district, on December 11. The victim, Chinta Pota Reddy, who retired as Regional Intelligence Officer (RIO) in
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In another incident, suspected Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) killed a retired police officer in Visalakshinagar, Visakhapatnam district, on December 11. The victim, Chinta Pota Reddy, who retired as Regional Intelligence Officer (RIO) in 1996, was on his way to a shop close to his house, when two youth shot at him from close range. This is the first time a senior retired officer has been killed by Naxalites in the city.
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December - 11 
In another reported incident, Manoranjan Doley alias Mangal Singh, of the proscribed United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist outfit, was arrested in a combing operation by Golaghat police, at No. 3 Tarani Gaon, under Merapani police post-lim
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In another reported incident, Manoranjan Doley alias Mangal Singh, of the proscribed United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist outfit, was arrested in a combing operation by Golaghat police, at No. 3 Tarani Gaon, under Merapani police post-limits, on December 11. Reports added that police recovered some arms, a Chinese grenade and some documents from the terrorist.
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December - 11 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blew-up the office-cum-residence of a forest ranger and the official residence of a forest official at Kundri village, Palamu district, on December 11. According to district police chief
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blew-up the office-cum-residence of a forest ranger and the official residence of a forest official at Kundri village, Palamu district, on December 11. According to district police chief Anil Palta, approximately 30 Naxalites triggered the explosion at the two places, but the officials and their families were not present at the time of the blast. He said the PWG had claimed responsibility for the incident in pamphlets left at the spot. According to forest department sources, property worth over rupees four lakhs was destroyed in the explosion caused by dynamites. It was for the second time in a decade that Naxalites targeted the Kundri office of the forest department. They had earlier abducted a ranger and another forest official in 1992, and set them free after three days in captivity.
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December - 11 
Media reports said, a Delhi court is expected to pronounce its judgement today, December 11, in the December 13, 2001-Parliament attack case. Four people, including two alleged Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists and a suspended Delhi University lectur
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Media reports said, a Delhi court is expected to pronounce its judgement today, December 11, in the December 13, 2001-Parliament attack case. Four people, including two alleged Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists and a suspended Delhi University lecturer––were tried under the Prevention of Terrorist Act (POTA) in the case. The accused have been charged with threatening the unity, integrity, security and sovereignty of the country by waging war against it and committing several other offences under POTA, Indian Penal Code (IPC), Explosive Substance Act and the Arms Act. A civilian and nine security force personnel were killed and 16 others injured when five Pakistani terrorists stormed the Parliament. All five terrorists, too, were killed in the incident
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December - 11 
Media reports said, on December 12, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has formally asked Indian authorities to file a request for the extradition of Anees Ibrahim, a key accused in the March 12, 1993- Mumbai serial bomb blasts-case, and younger brother
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Media reports said, on December 12, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has formally asked Indian authorities to file a request for the extradition of Anees Ibrahim, a key accused in the March 12, 1993- Mumbai serial bomb blasts-case, and younger brother of Mafia don Dawood Irahim. Police in Dubai, following an Interpol alert issued earlier, arrested Anees Ibrahim, on December 3, for offences committed in Dubai.
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December - 11 
Police personnel deployed in left-wing extremist—Naxalite––affected Koraput district have reportedly threatened to launch an agitation in protest against the government’s delay in releasing the 15 per cent incentive given to employees posted in Naxal
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Police personnel deployed in left-wing extremist—Naxalite––affected Koraput district have reportedly threatened to launch an agitation in protest against the government’s delay in releasing the 15 per cent incentive given to employees posted in Naxal-affected areas.
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December - 11 
Reports from Kupwara, meanwhile, indicated that an explosion occurred when ballistic experts were defusing a landmine, which had been planted by terrorists, at Kandi. Five persons, including a police personnel, sustained injuries in this incident.
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Reports from Kupwara, meanwhile, indicated that an explosion occurred when ballistic experts were defusing a landmine, which had been planted by terrorists, at Kandi. Five persons, including a police personnel, sustained injuries in this incident.
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December - 11 
Reports said suspected left-wing extremists—Naxalites––of the Communist Party of United States of India, CPUSI (Dalit Bahujan Sramika Vimukthi) killed two of their leaders—‘squad commander’ and ‘legal squad leader’—in the dense forests near Rangapur
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Reports said suspected left-wing extremists—Naxalites––of the Communist Party of United States of India, CPUSI (Dalit Bahujan Sramika Vimukthi) killed two of their leaders—‘squad commander’ and ‘legal squad leader’—in the dense forests near Rangapur village, Warangal district, on December 11, accusing them of masterminding a covert operation. Reports added that a group of Naxals of Eturunagaram Agency Area Committee went to Rangapur village and whisked away Allauddin and Ravinder to the nearby forests. They were reportedly killed after being ‘interrogated’ for about three hours on their alleged role in the November 11-Lenkalagadda encounter in which seven CPUSI Naxalites, including the Warangal district secretary, were killed. Later, the Naxalites reportedly stopped a Road Transport Corporation (RTC) bus and sent the bodies in. The Naxalites also gave a letter to the bus conductor on the incident. The letter held the two slain Naxalites responsible for the Lenkalagadda encounter. The CPUSI State Committee had demanded a judicial inquiry by a sitting High Court Judge into the incident.
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December - 11 
Security forces destroyed two terrorist hideouts in the Manuwala forests, in Khanetar and Gursai, Mendhar area of Poonch district. From the Manuwala forest hide-out, SFs recovered 20 kg RDX, packed in 16 bundles, two anti-tank grenades, seven medium
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Security forces destroyed two terrorist hideouts in the Manuwala forests, in Khanetar and Gursai, Mendhar area of Poonch district. From the Manuwala forest hide-out, SFs recovered 20 kg RDX, packed in 16 bundles, two anti-tank grenades, seven medium mortar bombs, 12 Chinese hand grenades, 111 detonators with wire and 90 plain detonators. From the Gursai hideout, SF personnel recovered eight kg RDX, six Improvised Explosive Device (IED) time devices, six anti-tank mines, 10 detonators, 25 meters cortex wire and four remote control devices. However, no arrests were made from the hideouts as the terrorists, who were using the hideouts for night shelter, were not present there when the raids occurred.
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December - 11 
The Indian Reserve Police (IRB) have arrested a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) terrorist from Langmeiding, under Waikhong police post-limits, Thoubal District, Manipur, on December 11. According police sources, a 9mm pistol, some ammunition rounds an
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The Indian Reserve Police (IRB) have arrested a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) terrorist from Langmeiding, under Waikhong police post-limits, Thoubal District, Manipur, on December 11. According police sources, a 9mm pistol, some ammunition rounds and a motor bike were recovered from the terrorist.
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December - 11 
Two terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) group were killed during an encounter at Shahkot village, in Gulabgarh, Udhampur district. Recoveries made from the encounter-site included two AK rifles, 10 magazines, 52 rounds of ammunition, three hand
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Two terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) group were killed during an encounter at Shahkot village, in Gulabgarh, Udhampur district. Recoveries made from the encounter-site included two AK rifles, 10 magazines, 52 rounds of ammunition, three hand grenades and a radio set. The operation was continuing when reports last came in, as some more terrorists were hiding there.
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December - 11 
Two unidentified terrorists intercepted a truck at Plangar village, Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri district, and looted Rs 30,000 after threatening the driver.
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Two unidentified terrorists intercepted a truck at Plangar village, Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri district, and looted Rs 30,000 after threatening the driver.
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December - 12 
A civilian was killed by terrorists at his residence in Joura village, Gandoh area of Doda district.
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A civilian was killed by terrorists at his residence in Joura village, Gandoh area of Doda district.
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December - 12 
According to a delayed media report, four terrorists of the proscribed People’s Liberation Army (PLA) were arrested from Nongpok Sekmai area, under Yaripok police post-jurisdictin, in Thoubal district, Manipur on, December 12. Quoting police sources,
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According to a delayed media report, four terrorists of the proscribed People’s Liberation Army (PLA) were arrested from Nongpok Sekmai area, under Yaripok police post-jurisdictin, in Thoubal district, Manipur on, December 12. Quoting police sources, media reports added that the four terrorists were identified as Th. Jiten Singh, H. Somorendro Singh, S. Nande Singh and A. Basanta Singh.
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December - 12 
According to media reports, four security force (SF) personnel were injured when unidentified terrorists exploded an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) fitted on a parked bicycle, near Presentation Convent High School, on the left bank of river Jehlum
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According to media reports, four security force (SF) personnel were injured when unidentified terrorists exploded an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) fitted on a parked bicycle, near Presentation Convent High School, on the left bank of river Jehlum, Raj Bagh locality of Srinagar, on December 12. Official sources said many houseboats floating on the Jehlum were searched to locate the terrorists responsible for the blast. However, no arrests have been made, thus far. Sources added that little known terrorist groups Al Nasireen and Save Kashmir Movement have reportedly claimed responsibility for the attack.
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December - 12 
According to media reports, North Cachar Hills district Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) N R Seal succumbed to his injuries on December 12 in Silchar Medical College Hospital. He was admitted to the hospital after being shot at by a surrende
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According to media reports, North Cachar Hills district Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) N R Seal succumbed to his injuries on December 12 in Silchar Medical College Hospital. He was admitted to the hospital after being shot at by a surrendered Dima Halong Daoga (DHD) terrorist at his office in Haflong on December 9, and sustained multiple bullet injuries in his abdomen. Earlier, the ASP's Personal Security Officer (PSO) had been killed on the day of the incident when the surrendered terrorist opened fire after snatching the PSO's gun. However, quoting senior police officials, media reports added that search operations are on to track the assailant.
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December - 12 
According to media reports, Romen Chowdhury, a businessman of Nidhanpur, Assam, abducted earlier by Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) terrorists, managed to escape from a hideout where he was being held captive, on December 12. Chowdhury, a r
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According to media reports, Romen Chowdhury, a businessman of Nidhanpur, Assam, abducted earlier by Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) terrorists, managed to escape from a hideout where he was being held captive, on December 12. Chowdhury, a resident of Fakirganj of Dhubri district, Assam, was shot at in the left leg while attempting to flee. Media reports said the injured trader, taking advantage of darkness and thick forest cover, managed to reach Goalpara district and took shelter at an Army camp, and was later shifted to the Dhubri civil hospital.
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December - 12 
According to media reports, the apex body of 19 non-Bodo organisations of Assam, the Sanmilito Janagosthiya Sangram Samiti (SJSS) has called a 48-hour Sstate-wide bandh (general shut-down) in Assam, starting December 12, today. The SJSS reportedly
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According to media reports, the apex body of 19 non-Bodo organisations of Assam, the Sanmilito Janagosthiya Sangram Samiti (SJSS) has called a 48-hour Sstate-wide bandh (general shut-down) in Assam, starting December 12, today. The SJSS reportedly accused both the Union government and the State government of trying to ‘force the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), an autonomous set-up under the Sixth Schedule of the Indian constitution, on non-Bodos against their wishes’. Reports said, the SJSS leadership visited non-Bodo areas in Lower Assam and appealed to the people to observe the bandh as part of their ‘do-or-die’ agitation against the creation of the proposed BTC. Quoting SJSS spokespersons Brajen Mahanta and Hareshwar Barman, reports added that the bandh had been called to protest the State and Union governments neglecting the interests and the 80 per cent ‘non-Bodos in the proposed BTC areas’. However, apprehending possible violence, the Assam government has sounded a high alert in the State and has rushed additional troops to sensitive areas in Lower Assam.
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December - 12 
According to media reports, West Bengal police seized 18 books on Osama bin laden and the Taliban from a book fair in Siliguri. Most of the books are in Bengali. One of them entitled Samrajyabader Kabarsthan Afganisthane Markin Hana, Taliban O Laden
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According to media reports, West Bengal police seized 18 books on Osama bin laden and the Taliban from a book fair in Siliguri. Most of the books are in Bengali. One of them entitled Samrajyabader Kabarsthan Afganisthane Markin Hana, Taliban O Laden (American attack at Afghanistan, graveyard of imperialism: Taliban and Laden), reportedly, contained a number of articles edited by Abu Rida. Details are awaited.
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December - 12 
An LeT terrorist was arrested in Appan village, Nawapachi area of Doda district. A 7.62 mm pistol, a Chinese hand grenade and 30 AK rounds were recovered from him.
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An LeT terrorist was arrested in Appan village, Nawapachi area of Doda district. A 7.62 mm pistol, a Chinese hand grenade and 30 AK rounds were recovered from him.
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December - 12 
Further, police averted a major tragedy when they defused an explosive device, which had been planted in a bicycle near the Naz Crossing, outside Tahira Khanam's Hospital, Srinagar.
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Further, police averted a major tragedy when they defused an explosive device, which had been planted in a bicycle near the Naz Crossing, outside Tahira Khanam's Hospital, Srinagar.
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December - 12 
In a separate incident, four civilians were injured when terrorists fired rifle grenades at a patrol party near Wuyan Imam Sahib, Shopian area of Pulwama district.
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In a separate incident, four civilians were injured when terrorists fired rifle grenades at a patrol party near Wuyan Imam Sahib, Shopian area of Pulwama district.
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December - 12 
Media reports said Uttar Pradesh police, on December 12, unearthed an illegal arms factory in Godia village, near Kanpur, in Maharajpur Circle, and arrested one person in this connection. Police recovered a huge cache of finished and semi-finished pi
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Media reports said Uttar Pradesh police, on December 12, unearthed an illegal arms factory in Godia village, near Kanpur, in Maharajpur Circle, and arrested one person in this connection. Police recovered a huge cache of finished and semi-finished pistols and equipment used for making arms. Arms manufactured there were reportedly being of sold to criminals in nearby districts.
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December - 12 
Official sources said a clash occurred between terrorists belonging to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) in Appan village, under Marwah police station’s jurisdiction, Doda district. The clash reportedly took place during a rec
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Official sources said a clash occurred between terrorists belonging to the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) in Appan village, under Marwah police station’s jurisdiction, Doda district. The clash reportedly took place during a reconciliatory meeting among the ‘top brass’ of the two outfits. LeT ‘deputy district commander’ Faizullah, a Pakistani, was killed in the clash. Later, other cadres of both the groups deserted the meeting venue and escaped into the forests, sources added. SFs reached the village and commenced search operations for the terrorists involved in the clash. However, they remained untraced, thus far. A similar clash had occurred between the two groups in June 2002 in which seven terrorists—five belonging to the HM and two to the LeT—were killed.
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December - 12 
On December 12, an security force (SF) personnel of the Army was killed and nine more troops were injured in an ambush laid by suspected Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) terrorists at the eight mile point between Umrangshu and Doyangmukh, North Cachar distric
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On December 12, an security force (SF) personnel of the Army was killed and nine more troops were injured in an ambush laid by suspected Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) terrorists at the eight mile point between Umrangshu and Doyangmukh, North Cachar district, Assam. The slain soldier had been identified as Harsh Bahadur Thapa, a Naik in the 11 Gorkha Rifles. According to media reports, the terrorists opened fire on the Army patrol in the Umrangshu area from the nearby jungles. Following the encounter, most of the terrorists managed to flee. Later, SF personnel arrested a terrorist and recovered the body of another. The encounter is the fourth such incident in the NC hill district ince December 6, 2002. A combing operation is on the in the area, when reports last came in, to track down the terrorists.
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December - 12 
On December 12, West Bengal Chief Minister Budhadev Bhattacharjee said in the State Legislative Assembly that Kamatpur Liberation Organisation (KLO) terrorists were being trained at 11 camps in Bhutan by the Assam-based United Liberation Front of Aso
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On December 12, West Bengal Chief Minister Budhadev Bhattacharjee said in the State Legislative Assembly that Kamatpur Liberation Organisation (KLO) terrorists were being trained at 11 camps in Bhutan by the Assam-based United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the Bodo Liberation Tiger Force (BLTF), besides Naga Militants. He also said that a strict watch was being kept along the Indo-Bhutan border in north Bengal and operation had been launched against the KLO in some districts in the region
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December - 12 
Other reports said a group of terrorists intercepted three Special Police Officers (SPO) at a house and snatched three weapons from them in Duloo village, in Gandoh, Doda. The terrorists escaped towards a forest area after snatching the weapons.
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Other reports said a group of terrorists intercepted three Special Police Officers (SPO) at a house and snatched three weapons from them in Duloo village, in Gandoh, Doda. The terrorists escaped towards a forest area after snatching the weapons.
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December - 12 
Other reports said the United States’ Federal Bureau Investigation (FBI), too, is watching the developments and could probably seek Anees Ibrahim’s extradition, as Dawood Ibrahim is suspected as being the mastermind behind the November 28-Mombasa bla
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Other reports said the United States’ Federal Bureau Investigation (FBI), too, is watching the developments and could probably seek Anees Ibrahim’s extradition, as Dawood Ibrahim is suspected as being the mastermind behind the November 28-Mombasa blasts, in Kenya, at a hotel, that left many Israelis dead.
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December - 12 
Reports from south Kashmir, meanwhile, said terrorists threw a hand grenade at a SF-vehicle near the General Bus Stand, in Anantnag. Six SF personnel and seven civilians were injured in this incident.
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Reports from south Kashmir, meanwhile, said terrorists threw a hand grenade at a SF-vehicle near the General Bus Stand, in Anantnag. Six SF personnel and seven civilians were injured in this incident.
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December - 12 
Reports said the Delhi High Court, on December 12, taking note of the sale of weapons seized by the Customs Department from smugglers to important persons, ruled they be sold at market price. The directive was issued while hearing of a petition filed
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Reports said the Delhi High Court, on December 12, taking note of the sale of weapons seized by the Customs Department from smugglers to important persons, ruled they be sold at market price. The directive was issued while hearing of a petition filed by People for Animals, a voluntary organisation headed by former Union Minister Menaka Gandhi. Besides, The Court also asked the Union government to submit details of numbers of confiscated weapons subsequently supplied to the security forces, and details of their actual requirements.
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December - 12 
The State government has announced Rs 10 lakhs compensation for the next of kin of each home guard killed while fighting Naxalites. State Chief Secretary G. Krishnan made the announcement at a function organized on the occasion of home guards foundat
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The State government has announced Rs 10 lakhs compensation for the next of kin of each home guard killed while fighting Naxalites. State Chief Secretary G. Krishnan made the announcement at a function organized on the occasion of home guards foundation day, in Ranchi on December 12.
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December - 12 
The United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA)—Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) alliance set free Pradip Sarkar, son of Member of the Legislative Assembly legislator Chandan Sarkar, after nine months of captivity. He revealed he was kept at a hideo
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The United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA)—Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) alliance set free Pradip Sarkar, son of Member of the Legislative Assembly legislator Chandan Sarkar, after nine months of captivity. He revealed he was kept at a hideout in Pipeng, in Bhutan. According to media reports, He was set free at Kumargram, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, on December 12, with a message from the outfits to the Assam and West Bengal governments not to launch joint operations against them. To recollect, the 19-year old Pradip Sarkar had been abducted on March 4, 2002 from Falakata in Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal.
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December - 12 
Three terrorists belonging to the Hizb’s Pir Panjal Regiment (HMPPR) were killed during an encounter at Shahpur Khour village, the area of Udhampur district. Two AK-47 rifles, 190 rounds of ammunition, a hand grenade, two pouches and seven AK magazin
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Three terrorists belonging to the Hizb’s Pir Panjal Regiment (HMPPR) were killed during an encounter at Shahpur Khour village, the area of Udhampur district. Two AK-47 rifles, 190 rounds of ammunition, a hand grenade, two pouches and seven AK magazines were recovered from the encounter-site. Search operations were continuing in the area as some more terrorists were reportedly hiding in the village.
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December - 12 
Two police officials, including a Superintendent of Police (SP), had a narrow escape when left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) ambushed the convoy of Bijapur SP and Additional SP, between Nukanpal and Cheramungi, Bastar divi
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Two police officials, including a Superintendent of Police (SP), had a narrow escape when left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) ambushed the convoy of Bijapur SP and Additional SP, between Nukanpal and Cheramungi, Bastar division, on December 12, damaging their vehicle. The officials were returning to Bijapur from the State capital Raipur, when the Naxalites triggered the landmine blast. The Naxalites escaped from the spot after the arrival of additional forces. A live bomb, gelatine sticks, camera, flashgun and ammunition boxes, among other things, were recovered from the spot. Police immediately launched a combing operation in which 31 Naxalites were arrested. According to police sources, the arrested Naxalites, during interrogation, revealed that approximately 80 Naxalites led by a PWG leader of West Bastar division committee, Prasad, were involved in the ambush.
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December - 12 
Two terrorists were killed when SF personnel retaliated after being ambushed by a group of terrorists in Surankote, Poonch district. However, three other terrorists of the group managed to escape. An AK-47 rifle, an AK-56 rifle, three magazines, a wi
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Two terrorists were killed when SF personnel retaliated after being ambushed by a group of terrorists in Surankote, Poonch district. However, three other terrorists of the group managed to escape. An AK-47 rifle, an AK-56 rifle, three magazines, a wireless set and two Chinese hand grenades were recovered from the encounter-site. Separately, security forces in Kandi area, Rajouri district, killed two more unidentified terrorists.
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December - 13 
20 kilograms of RDX was recovered from a spot on Keegam-Kandi road..
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20 kilograms of RDX was recovered from a spot on Keegam-Kandi road..
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December - 13 
A civilian was injured during an encounter at Munand Gufan, Zainapora area of Shopian, Pulwama district. In a separate encounter at Wan-Divalgam, Kokernag, unidentified terrorists injured a civilian.
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A civilian was injured during an encounter at Munand Gufan, Zainapora area of Shopian, Pulwama district. In a separate encounter at Wan-Divalgam, Kokernag, unidentified terrorists injured a civilian.
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December - 13 
A left-wing extremist—Naxalite—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) was arrested and booked under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) in Srijan village, West Singhbhum district, on December 13. During interrogation, the arrested Naxalite reportedl
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A left-wing extremist—Naxalite—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) was arrested and booked under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) in Srijan village, West Singhbhum district, on December 13. During interrogation, the arrested Naxalite reportedly confessed that he had joined the MCC two years back and also revealed information on its activities in the district.
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December - 13 
According to media reports, a security force personnel and an unidentified terrorist were killed and a civilian injured in an encounter near Bongyang village under the Saikul police station, Senapati district, on December 13. One self-loading rifle (
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According to media reports, a security force personnel and an unidentified terrorist were killed and a civilian injured in an encounter near Bongyang village under the Saikul police station, Senapati district, on December 13. One self-loading rifle (SLR) was recovered from the encounter site.
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December - 13 
According to media reports, on December 13, a Dubai court granted bail to Anees Ibrahim, a key accused in the 1993-Mumabi serial blasts and brother of the Mafia don Dawood Ibrahim. The details of conditions on which he was given bail were not known i
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According to media reports, on December 13, a Dubai court granted bail to Anees Ibrahim, a key accused in the 1993-Mumabi serial blasts and brother of the Mafia don Dawood Ibrahim. The details of conditions on which he was given bail were not known immediately, sources said. On December 12, 2002, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), through the Interpol, had asked India’s Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to apply for the extradition of Anees Ibrahim, who was arrested there on December 3 in connection with criminal activities committed there.
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December - 13 
According to media reports, Unite States Ambassador to India Robert Blackwill visited Parliament House on December 13, on the occasion of the first anniversary of the attack on Parliament by Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) terrorists. He offered floral tribut
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According to media reports, Unite States Ambassador to India Robert Blackwill visited Parliament House on December 13, on the occasion of the first anniversary of the attack on Parliament by Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) terrorists. He offered floral tributes at the memorial. Following the visit, the US Embassy in New Delhi said, India and the US are together in the war against terrorism. It Added, "The war will not be won until all terrorism against India and America is ended, permanently". During the attack on Parliament, on December 13, 2001, all five attacking Pakistani Jaish terrorists were killed, while a civilian and nine security force personnel lost their lives.
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December - 13 
Another terrorist was killed by security forces (SFs) in the Kandi area of Rajouri district, on the same day. According to official sources, two more terrorists were hiding in the area, after they infiltrated from across the Line of Control (LoC) and
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Another terrorist was killed by security forces (SFs) in the Kandi area of Rajouri district, on the same day. According to official sources, two more terrorists were hiding in the area, after they infiltrated from across the Line of Control (LoC) and a search was on for them. An AK rifle, two magazines, 30 rounds of ammunition, seven 9mm ammunition, a hand grenade and an UBGL grenade were recovered from the slain terrorist.
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December - 13 
During another encounter following a raid on a terrorist hideout at Ichhgooza, Kelar area of Pulwama district, a Border Security Force (BSF) personnel was killed. The terrorists escaped from the encounter-site after the killing.
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During another encounter following a raid on a terrorist hideout at Ichhgooza, Kelar area of Pulwama district, a Border Security Force (BSF) personnel was killed. The terrorists escaped from the encounter-site after the killing.
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December - 13 
Further, one more terrorist, namely Sheikh Mohammed alias Abu Hamza of Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), was killed in an encounter in the Surankote area of Poonch district. An AK rifle and two magazines were recovered from him. However, his associate
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Further, one more terrorist, namely Sheikh Mohammed alias Abu Hamza of Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), was killed in an encounter in the Surankote area of Poonch district. An AK rifle and two magazines were recovered from him. However, his associate escaped during the cross-firing, official sources said.
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December - 13 
In another incident, on December 13, two terrorists belonging to the NDFB and the Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) were arrested by Meghalaya police in two separate incidents. According to media reports, Hemanta Hajong of the NDFB was arrested
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In another incident, on December 13, two terrorists belonging to the NDFB and the Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) were arrested by Meghalaya police in two separate incidents. According to media reports, Hemanta Hajong of the NDFB was arrested from Betasing in West Garo Hills, Meghalaya, while the ANVC terrorist, along with an accomplice, was arrested in Bishnupur, Manipur. The identity of the ANVC cadre is yet to be known.
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December - 13 
In another incident, three terrorists were killed in an encounter in Dooru area, Anantnag district, on December 13. A huge quantity of arms and ammunition were also recovered from the encounter site. Two terrorists were killed in an encounter at Balc
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In another incident, three terrorists were killed in an encounter in Dooru area, Anantnag district, on December 13. A huge quantity of arms and ammunition were also recovered from the encounter site. Two terrorists were killed in an encounter at Balchari Chasana, Udhampur district. One AK rifle and six magazines were recovered from the possession of slain terrorists.
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December - 13 
In New Delhi, on December 13, CBI Director PC Sharma told media personnel that India has sent a formal request to the Portuguese government for the extradition of Abu Salem, another Mafia don and key accused in the Mumbai blasts. Salem was detained e
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In New Delhi, on December 13, CBI Director PC Sharma told media personnel that India has sent a formal request to the Portuguese government for the extradition of Abu Salem, another Mafia don and key accused in the Mumbai blasts. Salem was detained earlier by police in Portugal following an Internpol alert.
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December - 13 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) killed Bommapur Mandal Parishad Territorial Constituency (MPTC) [local body] member Singireddy Bapi Reddy, at a village in Mahadevpur mandal (administrative unit), on December 13. Accordi
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) killed Bommapur Mandal Parishad Territorial Constituency (MPTC) [local body] member Singireddy Bapi Reddy, at a village in Mahadevpur mandal (administrative unit), on December 13. According to media reports, armed Naxalites led by the PWG’s Mahadevpur are secretary entered the village, captured Reddy and killed him by firing ten rounds from a close range.
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December - 13 
Media reports, on December 13, claimed that the possibility of the extradition of 1993 Mumabi-serial blasts accused Anees Ibrahim was bleak, because the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), India’s premier crime investigation agency, reportedly fai
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Media reports, on December 13, claimed that the possibility of the extradition of 1993 Mumabi-serial blasts accused Anees Ibrahim was bleak, because the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), India’s premier crime investigation agency, reportedly failed to produce strong evidence. Anees Ibrahim was arrested in Dubai, on December 3, 2002, for offences committed there, and is a key accused in the Mumbai serial bomb blasts, besides being the financial brain behind his brother and Mafia don Dawood Ibrahim's operations. CBI officials said the only evidence available against Anees Ibrahim in the Mumbai blasts case is in the form of confessions made by six people, which is unlikely to stand in courts in Dubai, reports claimed.
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December - 13 
Official sources further said, in south Kashmir, SF personnel raided a terrorist hideout, folowing a tip-off, in Kapran village, Veerinag area of Anantnag district. During the ensuing encounter, three unidentified terrorists were killed while a woman
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Official sources further said, in south Kashmir, SF personnel raided a terrorist hideout, folowing a tip-off, in Kapran village, Veerinag area of Anantnag district. During the ensuing encounter, three unidentified terrorists were killed while a woman sustained injuries.
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December - 13 
Official sources said a terrorist of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) was killed in an encounter in Dhalai district, on December 13. The encounter took place when security forces raided a NLFT hideout in Krishnajay Reang Para village.
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Official sources said a terrorist of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) was killed in an encounter in Dhalai district, on December 13. The encounter took place when security forces raided a NLFT hideout in Krishnajay Reang Para village. A grenade, a country-made pistol and several rounds of ammunition were recovered from the hideout
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December - 13 
PWG Naxalites, in protest against the killing of two Naxalites in an encounter in Guntur district, set afire three Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) buses in Guntur and Prakasam districts. Naxalites burnt down an RTC bus near M
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PWG Naxalites, in protest against the killing of two Naxalites in an encounter in Guntur district, set afire three Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) buses in Guntur and Prakasam districts. Naxalites burnt down an RTC bus near Muthukur and Gandiganumula villages, Guntur district. In Prakasam district, an RTC bus coming from Pullalacheruvu to Macherla was set ablaze at Akkapalem village. Meanwhile, three Naxalites were arrested in Guntur district. Police also recovered Rs 1.5 lakh from their possession.
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December - 13 
Reports said, Delhi police, on December 14, killed two suspected Pakistani terrorists, while they were moving near some offices of the Indian Air Forces (IAF) and paramilitary forces, including that of the Border Security Forces (BSF), in the suburbs
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Reports said, Delhi police, on December 14, killed two suspected Pakistani terrorists, while they were moving near some offices of the Indian Air Forces (IAF) and paramilitary forces, including that of the Border Security Forces (BSF), in the suburbs in south Delhi. Police recovered two AK-47 rifles, some hand grenades, magazines and other documents from the car, in which they were travelling. Further reports said documents recovered indicted the terrorists belonged to a hitherto unknown organisation called Tehreek-e-Ghaznavi, and according to Delhi Police Joint Commissioner Niraj Kumar, it could be a cover for the Lashkar-e-Toiba. Acting on a tip-off, the special cell of Delhi police chased a group of men travelling in a car. After a brief chase, two persons, suspected to be of Pakistani origin, were killed while another reportedly escaped.
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December - 13 
Suspected terrorists of the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) killed one person at Shahidgarh village under the Moynaguri police station, Jalpaiguri district on December 13.
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Suspected terrorists of the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) killed one person at Shahidgarh village under the Moynaguri police station, Jalpaiguri district on December 13.
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December - 13 
Two terrorists belonging to the proscribed National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) had been killed in an operation launched by the Army in Darrang district, Assam, on December 13. One of the deceased was reportedly identified as a self-styled ‘s
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Two terrorists belonging to the proscribed National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) had been killed in an operation launched by the Army in Darrang district, Assam, on December 13. One of the deceased was reportedly identified as a self-styled ‘sergeant’ Raju Boro alias Thepa. Two Chinese grenades and an assortment of ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorists, reports added.
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December - 13 
Two terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) group, including a foreign mercenary, were killed during an encounter in the Mahore area of Udhampur district, on December 13. However, another terrorist of the group managed to escape during the encounte
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Two terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) group, including a foreign mercenary, were killed during an encounter in the Mahore area of Udhampur district, on December 13. However, another terrorist of the group managed to escape during the encounter. Two AK rifles, five magazines, 170 rounds of ammunition, two hand grenades and a radio set were recovered from the incident-site.
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December - 13 
Unidentified terrorists, also, fired a rocket and some rounds of AK-56 towards a SF formation at Gagran in Shopian. Even as SFs retaliated, the terrorists managed to escape.
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Unidentified terrorists, also, fired a rocket and some rounds of AK-56 towards a SF formation at Gagran in Shopian. Even as SFs retaliated, the terrorists managed to escape.
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December - 14 
A designated Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) court issued a non-bailable arrest warrant against Mohammed Yasin Malik, chairman of the Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF), for his failure to appear in the case. The court had earlier bailed hi
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A designated Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) court issued a non-bailable arrest warrant against Mohammed Yasin Malik, chairman of the Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF), for his failure to appear in the case. The court had earlier bailed him out on medical grounds, but he was not allowed to furnish the bail bond as he was detained under the Public Safety Act (PSA). Meanwhile, the same court granted bail to Shamima Khan, also one of the accused in the same case.
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December - 14 
According to a media report, Mafia don Anees Ibrahim was deported to Pakistan after being released on bail by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) authorities on December 14. Ibrahim, one of the accused in the March 1993 Mumbai serial bomb blasts, had been
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According to a media report, Mafia don Anees Ibrahim was deported to Pakistan after being released on bail by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) authorities on December 14. Ibrahim, one of the accused in the March 1993 Mumbai serial bomb blasts, had been arrested in Dubai on December 3, in connection with the murder of an Indian businessman in Dubai.
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December - 14 
According to Delhi police sources, the two terrorists killed in December 14-encounter in Tughlaqabad area, Delhi were planning to strike Kalkaji temple and some security force installations in Faridabad. Police sources said they were planning to stri
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According to Delhi police sources, the two terrorists killed in December 14-encounter in Tughlaqabad area, Delhi were planning to strike Kalkaji temple and some security force installations in Faridabad. Police sources said they were planning to strike at the temple to evoke communal tension.
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December - 14 
According to media reports of December 14, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isac-Muivah (NSCN-IM) has ruled out the possibility of its participation in the forthcoming Assembly elections in Nagaland. A press release by the ‘ministry of info
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According to media reports of December 14, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isac-Muivah (NSCN-IM) has ruled out the possibility of its participation in the forthcoming Assembly elections in Nagaland. A press release by the ‘ministry of information and publicity cell’ of the NSCN-IM denounced Chief Minister Jamir's earlier statement that the outfit was ‘planning to contest in the forthcoming elections’, and added that it was an ‘insult to the Naga people and the history of Naga struggle for liberation’. The release also accused Jamir of halting the peace process, and reportedly added that it was Jamir who had disturbed the Indo-Naga political negotiations in the 1960s and was ‘still bent on sabotaging it’.
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December - 14 
Five left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) were arrested after an encounter in Sosang village, under the Baloomath police station limits, Palamu district, on December 14. Police sources said that acting on a tip-off, the
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Five left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) were arrested after an encounter in Sosang village, under the Baloomath police station limits, Palamu district, on December 14. Police sources said that acting on a tip-off, the Special Task Force (STF) personnel reached the village where the Naxalites were reportedly planning a major crime and engaged them in an encounter. While five of them were arrested, others managed to escape under the cover of darkness. Three country-made rifles and several rounds of ammunition were recovered from the possession of the arrested Naxalites.
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December - 14 
In Anantnag district, unidentified terrorists killed a civilian at his residence in Wandevalgam. In Kupwara district, one SF personnel was killed and a civilian injured in a terrorist attack in Dooniwara Sogam.
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In Anantnag district, unidentified terrorists killed a civilian at his residence in Wandevalgam. In Kupwara district, one SF personnel was killed and a civilian injured in a terrorist attack in Dooniwara Sogam.
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December - 14 
In another incident, eight terrorists were arrested from different places of Imphal East and Imphal West districts in two different search operations. Four People’s Liberation Army (PLA) terrorists, including three women, were arrested from Moirang P
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In another incident, eight terrorists were arrested from different places of Imphal East and Imphal West districts in two different search operations. Four People’s Liberation Army (PLA) terrorists, including three women, were arrested from Moirang Purel area, Imphal East district. Separately, four terrorists of the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) were arrested from Imphal West district.
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December - 14 
In another incident, terrorists of the All-Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) attacked the house of a leader of the Indigenous National Party of Tripura (INPT) and killed his son, at Rajani Sardar Para village, under the Kalyanpur police post, West Tripura d
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In another incident, terrorists of the All-Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) attacked the house of a leader of the Indigenous National Party of Tripura (INPT) and killed his son, at Rajani Sardar Para village, under the Kalyanpur police post, West Tripura district.
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December - 14 
In another incident, the PWG Naxalites triggered-off an explosion at the house of the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) Nerella single window person-in-charge Karra Vikram Reddy at Chinnapur village, Karimnagar district, on December 14, causing partial
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In another incident, the PWG Naxalites triggered-off an explosion at the house of the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) Nerella single window person-in-charge Karra Vikram Reddy at Chinnapur village, Karimnagar district, on December 14, causing partial damage.
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December - 14 
Security forces (SFs) recovered a surface-to-air missile (SAM) along with its portable shoulder-fired launcher, from Nagri-Malpora forest area in Kupwara, on December 14. Official sources said the 4ft 8-inch long SAM, with 80 mm diameter, can hit any
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Security forces (SFs) recovered a surface-to-air missile (SAM) along with its portable shoulder-fired launcher, from Nagri-Malpora forest area in Kupwara, on December 14. Official sources said the 4ft 8-inch long SAM, with 80 mm diameter, can hit any type of aircraft in an effective range of 4.20 Km. Its cost is estimated at around Rs 65 Lakh. Security agencies have apprehensions that presence of these anti-aircraft missiles in areas around Srinagar could endanger operations of civil and military aircraft, as this shoulder-propelled weapon is famous for precision. This is for the first time such a missile has been recovered in the valley. In 2001, a similar surface-to-air missile had been recovered from a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) hideout in Poonch area of Jammu division.
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December - 14 
Security forces arrested three terrorists of the NLFT from Gandacherra sub-division, Dhalai district.
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Security forces arrested three terrorists of the NLFT from Gandacherra sub-division, Dhalai district.
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December - 14 
SFs recovered a dead body of a civilian from Chak Razaq Khan village in Pattan. He is believed to have been abducted by terrorists and shot dead.
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SFs recovered a dead body of a civilian from Chak Razaq Khan village in Pattan. He is believed to have been abducted by terrorists and shot dead.
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December - 14 
Two Peoples Liberation Front (PLF) terrorists identified as Sengwat T Sangma and Lastbirth Marak had been killed in an encounter with a joint team of police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel in Tura district of Meghalaya, on December
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Two Peoples Liberation Front (PLF) terrorists identified as Sengwat T Sangma and Lastbirth Marak had been killed in an encounter with a joint team of police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel in Tura district of Meghalaya, on December 14. Reports added that the State police raided a house in Burnyhill, on a tip-off that some PLF and National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists would be holding a meeting there. However, more than eight managed to escape, while the encounter was on. A pistol, four hand grenades, pamphlets and demand notes were recovered from the house, reports added.
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December - 15 
A foreign mercenary was killed during an encounter, on December 15, at Niki Mori village, Surankote area of Poonch district. An AK-47 rifle, three magazines and an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) were recovered from the encounter-site.
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A foreign mercenary was killed during an encounter, on December 15, at Niki Mori village, Surankote area of Poonch district. An AK-47 rifle, three magazines and an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) were recovered from the encounter-site.
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December - 15 
A media report of December 15 indicated that the Dima Halim Daogah has intensified its subversive activities in Lumding and other areas in North Cachar (NC) Hills district of Assam. The villages, mainly located in Lumding -NC Hills border and Lumding
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A media report of December 15 indicated that the Dima Halim Daogah has intensified its subversive activities in Lumding and other areas in North Cachar (NC) Hills district of Assam. The villages, mainly located in Lumding -NC Hills border and Lumding-Karbi Anglong border––Lal Charai, Balu Nala, Bara Basti, Chandura, Kola Handle, Tera Langchu, Sastrigaon, among others, are mainly effected with the activities of the DHD.
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December - 15 
A security force (SF) personnel was killed when unidentified terrorists attacked a search party of the security forces (SFs) at Sogam village, Kupwara district. A civilian was injured, too, in the shootout.
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A security force (SF) personnel was killed when unidentified terrorists attacked a search party of the security forces (SFs) at Sogam village, Kupwara district. A civilian was injured, too, in the shootout.
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December - 15 
A terrorist, Nazir Ahmad Mir, surrendered to the Border Security Force (BSF) with a pistol and some ammunition at Tawheed Gunj, Baramulla district. Another named Abu Talha surrendered with his arms after SFs encircled him at his hideout in Sheelpora,
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A terrorist, Nazir Ahmad Mir, surrendered to the Border Security Force (BSF) with a pistol and some ammunition at Tawheed Gunj, Baramulla district. Another named Abu Talha surrendered with his arms after SFs encircled him at his hideout in Sheelpora, Anantnag district.
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December - 15 
According to media reports, Gujarat police have recovered an AK-47 rifle from a car parked near a temple, under Pandesara police station-limits in Surat, on December 15. The firearm was seized during patrolling as part the stepped-up vigil in Gujarat
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According to media reports, Gujarat police have recovered an AK-47 rifle from a car parked near a temple, under Pandesara police station-limits in Surat, on December 15. The firearm was seized during patrolling as part the stepped-up vigil in Gujarat following the terrorist attack on the Akshardham temple on September 24, 2002. No arrests have been made in connection with the reccovery.
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December - 15 
In a separate incident, a Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) terrorist was arrested from Lamlai, Imphal East district, on December 15, and, reportedly, some extortion notes were recovered from him.
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In a separate incident, a Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) terrorist was arrested from Lamlai, Imphal East district, on December 15, and, reportedly, some extortion notes were recovered from him.
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December - 15 
In another incident, a group of terrorists intercepted a passenger bus at Sabjian Morha, Madoon area of Darhal. Official sources said the terrorists asked the passengers to alight and later set the vehicle on fire. No casualties were reported in the
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In another incident, a group of terrorists intercepted a passenger bus at Sabjian Morha, Madoon area of Darhal. Official sources said the terrorists asked the passengers to alight and later set the vehicle on fire. No casualties were reported in the fire. The terrorists managed to escape from the incident-site.
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December - 15 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) had an encounter with police in Jurtela village, Jashpur district, on December 15. Giving details of the encounter, Additional Director General of Police (Intelligence) Rajiv Mathur
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) had an encounter with police in Jurtela village, Jashpur district, on December 15. Giving details of the encounter, Additional Director General of Police (Intelligence) Rajiv Mathur said police, on a tip-off, that Naxals were camping in the village, cordoned off the village and challenged the Naxalites, leading to the exchange of fire. However, no one was injured or killed in the incident. The Naxalites managed to escape.
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December - 15 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blew-up a telephone exchange in Guntur district and a railway engine in Nizamabad district, on December 15. In the first incident, the Naxalites blasted a 200-line telephone exchange bu
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blew-up a telephone exchange in Guntur district and a railway engine in Nizamabad district, on December 15. In the first incident, the Naxalites blasted a 200-line telephone exchange building in Guntur district. In Nizamabad district, they boarded a slow moving diesel engine in Sadashivnagar mandal (administrative unit) on the Nizamabad-Secunderabad line and asked the driver and helper to alight before blowing it up. Media reports said both the incidents were against arrests and encounter deaths of the PWG Naxalites in Guntur district in November 2001.
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December - 15 
On December 15, a soldier of the 8th Manipur Rifles was shot dead by an unidentified gunmen in Moreh town in Chandel district of Manipur, bordering Myanmar. A massive search operation was conducted by police, but the assailant continued to remain un-
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On December 15, a soldier of the 8th Manipur Rifles was shot dead by an unidentified gunmen in Moreh town in Chandel district of Manipur, bordering Myanmar. A massive search operation was conducted by police, but the assailant continued to remain un-traced, when reports last came in.
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December - 15 
Police seized a consignment of explosives from the residence of an Army personnel in Rajouri town. Official sources said the residence was being used as a terrorist hideout. An IED containing one kg explosive material with glass pellets, five meters
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Police seized a consignment of explosives from the residence of an Army personnel in Rajouri town. Official sources said the residence was being used as a terrorist hideout. An IED containing one kg explosive material with glass pellets, five meters cortex wire and 100 grams urea, used in making the explosive devices, were recovered from the hideout. The Army personnel, originally a resident of Nilli, Manjakote, was not present when the raid was carried out.
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December - 15 
Reportedly, unnamed Delhi police officials said the identification cards recovered from the two suspected terrorists of the Tehreek-e-Ghaznavi, a cover up name for the Laskar-e-Toiba (LeT), killed in an encounter in Delhi on December 14, could be a f
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Reportedly, unnamed Delhi police officials said the identification cards recovered from the two suspected terrorists of the Tehreek-e-Ghaznavi, a cover up name for the Laskar-e-Toiba (LeT), killed in an encounter in Delhi on December 14, could be a fake. ‘‘Prima facie, the identity cards appear to be fake since they did not mention any dates of issuance,’’ Delhi police joint commissioner Neeraj Kumar was quoted as having said, in a media report of December 15.
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December - 16 
A media report, quoting unnamed intelligence officials as having said on December 16, stated that six Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists have sneaked into Delhi. Intelligence agencies believe they could strike shortly, probably around Christmas or Rep
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A media report, quoting unnamed intelligence officials as having said on December 16, stated that six Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists have sneaked into Delhi. Intelligence agencies believe they could strike shortly, probably around Christmas or Republic Day, January 26, 2003. Security has been tightened and police is on a high alert, reports added. The JeM terrorists who have reportedly entered Delhi have been identified as Abu Zarar, Abu Farkan, Ali Mohammed, Azazul Haque, Nissarudeen and Mohammed Salim alias Khalil.
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December - 16 
A meeting of senior police officials from left-wing extremist—Naxalite—affected States in Hyderabad, on December 16, discussed increasing Naxal violence in different parts of the country. According to media reports, the issue of Andhra Pradesh-base
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A meeting of senior police officials from left-wing extremist—Naxalite—affected States in Hyderabad, on December 16, discussed increasing Naxal violence in different parts of the country. According to media reports, the issue of Andhra Pradesh-based leaders of People’s War Group (PWG) Naxalites spreading their network to other States was discussed was discussed in detail. According to media reports, some of the officers pointed out that Naxalites hailing from Andhra Pradesh were at the helm of affairs in the PWG, which has a formidable presence in many other States such as Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Orissa, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and West Bengal. Senior police officials from these States also reportedly sought tips from the Andhra Pradesh police to counter PWG violence. The meeting also decided to have increased coordination among Naxal-affected States and asked the intelligence-wing of different States to share information on Naxalites.
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December - 16 
A special court in De;lhi, on December 16, convicted four accused, including a woman, in the December 13, 2001-Parliament attacks case. Special Judge S N Dhingra held three of the accused—Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists Mohammad Afzal and Shaukat
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A special court in De;lhi, on December 16, convicted four accused, including a woman, in the December 13, 2001-Parliament attacks case. Special Judge S N Dhingra held three of the accused—Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists Mohammad Afzal and Shaukat Hussain Guru and suspended Delhi University lecturer S A R Geelani—guilty of various offences under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA), the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Explosive Substances Act. The fourth accused, Navjot Sandhu, alias Afsan Guru, was convicted under section 123 IPC for concealing information about ‘war against the state’. JeM chief Maulana Masood Azhar, the outfit's chief commander in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Ghazi Baba alias Abu Jehadi and Tariq Ahmed have been declared proclaimed offenders. The five terrorists who had been killed in the attack on Parliament have been convicted, too, for the crime.
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December - 16 
A Special Task Force (STF) team of Vizianagaram district unearthed a huge cache of arms and ammunition, including 8mm rifles of Indian Ordinance Factory-make from an arms dump of CPI-ML (Janasakthi), in Lathura village, Srikakulam district, on Decemb
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A Special Task Force (STF) team of Vizianagaram district unearthed a huge cache of arms and ammunition, including 8mm rifles of Indian Ordinance Factory-make from an arms dump of CPI-ML (Janasakthi), in Lathura village, Srikakulam district, on December 16. A Naxal sympathizer has been arrested in this connection.
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December - 16 
According to delayed media reports, left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) looted approximately 100 quintals of rice from a government godown (store house) in Malayaram village, Kalimela block, Malkangiri district, on December
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According to delayed media reports, left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) looted approximately 100 quintals of rice from a government godown (store house) in Malayaram village, Kalimela block, Malkangiri district, on December 16. Reports said approximately 20 armed-Naxalites and hundreds of tribals broke into the store house and looted rice meant for beneficiaries under different government schemes. Naxalites of the PWG had also looted foodgrain from a godown in Koimetla village under Kalimela police station-limits, earlier on December 15.
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December - 16 
According to media reports, a 16-year-old tribal girl, who was abducted and forced to join left-wing extremists—Naxalites––of the Communist Party of India––Marxist-Leninist [CPI-ML] (Janasakthi), was repeatedly raped by a Janashakthi ‘dalam (squad) c
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According to media reports, a 16-year-old tribal girl, who was abducted and forced to join left-wing extremists—Naxalites––of the Communist Party of India––Marxist-Leninist [CPI-ML] (Janasakthi), was repeatedly raped by a Janashakthi ‘dalam (squad) commander’ and forced to go in for abortion when she became pregnant. The incident came to light when two Janasakthi Naxalites, who surrendered in Karimnagar on December 16, revealed this to media persons. They alleged that ‘dalam commander’ Naveen was responsible for her pregnancy at a younger age. Speaking on the occasion, district police chief R S Praveen Kumar said sexual exploitation of innocent tribal girls, who were made to join the Naxalite fold by the Janasakthi group, was inhuman and a heinous crime, which any civilized society would never think of. He called upon people to teach them a fitting lesson. He also appealed to Naxalite groups to allow women’s organizations with teams of doctors to check the health of these unfortunate girls who had been victimized by dalam leaders.
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December - 16 
At least two SF personnel were killed, meanwhile, during an encounter at the residence of the relative of the ruling People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA), on the outskirts of Anantnag. SFs destroyed the residence a
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At least two SF personnel were killed, meanwhile, during an encounter at the residence of the relative of the ruling People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA), on the outskirts of Anantnag. SFs destroyed the residence and the operation was in progress when reports last came in, though no terrorist was found killed immediately. Official sources said, on specific information, SFs launched a cordon-and-search operation at Kadpora, about five km from the district headquarters of Anantnag. According to the tip-off, a group of LeT terrorists were present in the village and, during the operation, some of the holed-up terrorists took shelter in the residence of one Pir Nizam-ud-din, a relative of Shangus MLA, Pir Mohammad Hussain. Meanwhile, unconfirmed reports indicated that all the terrorists managed to escape.
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December - 16 
Five terrorists stormed Parliament House complex on December 13, 2001, and were killed in clashes with security force personnel, before they could enter the House. A civilian and nine security force personnel were killed, and 16 more injured in the i
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Five terrorists stormed Parliament House complex on December 13, 2001, and were killed in clashes with security force personnel, before they could enter the House. A civilian and nine security force personnel were killed, and 16 more injured in the incident.
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December - 16 
In another incident, a terrorist of the Tehreek-e-Jehad Islami (TJI) was killed at Sangla village, Surankote area of Poonch district. Further, six civilians were injured in a rocket attack by unidentified terrorists at Malan, Surankote area.
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In another incident, a terrorist of the Tehreek-e-Jehad Islami (TJI) was killed at Sangla village, Surankote area of Poonch district. Further, six civilians were injured in a rocket attack by unidentified terrorists at Malan, Surankote area.
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December - 16 
Media reports said Portuguese authorities have extended the judicial custody of Abu Salem, a key accused in the March 12, 1993-Mumbai serial bomb blasts, for another three months. The decision came a day before the expiry of his continuing remand on
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Media reports said Portuguese authorities have extended the judicial custody of Abu Salem, a key accused in the March 12, 1993-Mumbai serial bomb blasts, for another three months. The decision came a day before the expiry of his continuing remand on December 16. As reported early, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), India’s premier crime investigation agency––had sent a formal request for the extradition of Abu Salem, on December 13, 2002. Abu Salem was arrested in Lisbon, Portugal on September 20, 2002.
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December - 16 
Official sources in north Kashmir indicated that SF personnel recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition from a terrorist hideout at Badi-beri Bahak, Kupwara district. The seizure included 147 rifle grenades, 79 hand grenades, 59 bombs, 25 Kgs of
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Official sources in north Kashmir indicated that SF personnel recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition from a terrorist hideout at Badi-beri Bahak, Kupwara district. The seizure included 147 rifle grenades, 79 hand grenades, 59 bombs, 25 Kgs of RDX besides three AK-56 rifles and three Chinese pistols.
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December - 16 
Reports said, the Special Court hearing the December 13, 2001-Parliament attack will pronounce its final verdict on December 16, today. Judge S.N. Dhingra, will pronounce his judgment against the accused, tried under the Preventive of Terrorist Attac
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Reports said, the Special Court hearing the December 13, 2001-Parliament attack will pronounce its final verdict on December 16, today. Judge S.N. Dhingra, will pronounce his judgment against the accused, tried under the Preventive of Terrorist Attack (POTA) for conspiring with the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorist group to eliminate political leaders inside Parliament House. A civilian and nine security personnel were killed and 16 others injured during the attack on Parliament, while all five attacking terrorists, too, were killed.
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December - 16 
Security forces (SFs) foiled an infiltration attempt on the Line of Control (LoC) at Bharat Gala, Peer Badesar area of Keri sector, Rajouri district, on December 16. While six infiltrators were killed in the ensuing encounter, one more managed to esc
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Security forces (SFs) foiled an infiltration attempt on the Line of Control (LoC) at Bharat Gala, Peer Badesar area of Keri sector, Rajouri district, on December 16. While six infiltrators were killed in the ensuing encounter, one more managed to escape to Pakistan. Recoveries made from the encounter-site included five AK-47 rifles, 19 magazines, 417 rounds of ammunition, nine hand grenades, three ALINCO radio sets and Rs 1.94 lakh Indian currency. Official sources said the slain terrorists were part of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) groups.
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December - 16 
Some 60 left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) and the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), lodged in the Central Jail, Midnapore, began an indefinite hunger strike on December 16 to press for their unconditional release from the ja
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Some 60 left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) and the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), lodged in the Central Jail, Midnapore, began an indefinite hunger strike on December 16 to press for their unconditional release from the jail. Supporting the prisoners’ cause, approximately 150 demonstrators held a sit-in before the district collectorate in Midnapore under the aegis of the Bandi Mukti Committee (BMC), demanding immediate release of all political prisoners in the State.
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December - 16 
Speaking to the media in Kolkata on December 16, Lt. Gen. J S Varma of Eastern Command reportedly said the Army had information about the existence of camps in Bangladesh of terrorist operating against India. He also accused Bangladesh of not taking
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Speaking to the media in Kolkata on December 16, Lt. Gen. J S Varma of Eastern Command reportedly said the Army had information about the existence of camps in Bangladesh of terrorist operating against India. He also accused Bangladesh of not taking adequate measures to stop the activities of the terrorists on its soil.
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December - 16 
State Legislators from all political parties in Assam who met in Guwahati, on December 16, remained undecided on the boundary of the proposed Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC). An all-party meeting had been convened by Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi to
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State Legislators from all political parties in Assam who met in Guwahati, on December 16, remained undecided on the boundary of the proposed Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC). An all-party meeting had been convened by Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi to seek their views on the inclusion of 93 additional villages and on provisions relating to rights of non-Bodos in the BTC. The government also provided the Legislators with a draft of the proposed amendment to the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution. The government has requested that suggestions be returned within a month.
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December - 16 
The Assam government would finalise the modalities of the proposed Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) in Guwahati, on December 16. The proposed Council is being negotiated with the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) to resolve the Bodo issue. The meeting w
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The Assam government would finalise the modalities of the proposed Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) in Guwahati, on December 16. The proposed Council is being negotiated with the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) to resolve the Bodo issue. The meeting would discuss inclusion of 45 more villages within the BTC. The State government has already agreed for 3,070 villages to be included in the BTC. However, the BLT has been insisting on 93 additional villages.
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December - 16 
The meeting also appealed to the Union government to extend the cease-fire with the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) beyond December 21 for another month.
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The meeting also appealed to the Union government to extend the cease-fire with the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) beyond December 21 for another month.
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December - 16 
The Sanjoy Ghosh abduction-cum-murder case trial began on December 16, in Guwahati. A Sessions court in recorded his widow Sumita Ghosh's statement. She alleged that Ghosh was killed by the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) as he wanted to expos
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The Sanjoy Ghosh abduction-cum-murder case trial began on December 16, in Guwahati. A Sessions court in recorded his widow Sumita Ghosh's statement. She alleged that Ghosh was killed by the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) as he wanted to expose the latter's nexus with contractors and government officials in Majuli, Jorhat district. She told the Court, "At that time I was in New Delhi. As soon as I received the message of Subir Bhaumik, I reached Kolkata. I talked to Bhaumik over phone. During the conversation, Bhaumik received a call from Paresh Baruah (ULFA 'commander-in-chief')". She also said Baruah had set three conditions––stopping all activities of the Association of Voluntary Agencies for Rural Development in the North-East (AVARD-NE, the non-governmental organisation with which Sanjoy worked), handing over of Ghosh to a third party and suspension of Army operations in Assam––for his release. She had reportedly accepted the first two conditions. "The episode of Sanjoy’s release ended after this. Later, the ULFA claimed that Sanjoy was dead", she added. Ghosh, a social worker, had allegedly been abducted on July 4, 1997 and subsequently killed by ULFA, on an unspecified date.
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December - 16 
The special cell of Delhi police has sent details of the car used by terrorists killed on December 14 in the shootout in Tughlaqabad area in Delhi, to Maruti Udyog and the National Crime Record Bureau (NCRB) to ascertain the identity of the vehicle.
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The special cell of Delhi police has sent details of the car used by terrorists killed on December 14 in the shootout in Tughlaqabad area in Delhi, to Maruti Udyog and the National Crime Record Bureau (NCRB) to ascertain the identity of the vehicle.
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December - 16 
Tripura Chief Minister (CM) Manik Sarkar, on December 16, in Agartala, announced an economic package for surrendered terrorists in the State. Under the package, 74 surrendered terrorists belonging to the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) an
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Tripura Chief Minister (CM) Manik Sarkar, on December 16, in Agartala, announced an economic package for surrendered terrorists in the State. Under the package, 74 surrendered terrorists belonging to the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) have been provided with various means of self-employment. Finance was also made available to them for the construction of houses under the Indira Awas Yojna programme.
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December - 16 
Two persons, including a police personnel, were killed and six others injured in a grenade attack at City Chowk, Rajouri. Official sources said a grenade thrown by terrorists fell outside a pharmacy in the City Chowk, approximately 100 meters from th
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Two persons, including a police personnel, were killed and six others injured in a grenade attack at City Chowk, Rajouri. Official sources said a grenade thrown by terrorists fell outside a pharmacy in the City Chowk, approximately 100 meters from the Rajouri police post.
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December - 17 
12 Naxalites, including two cadres of the Radical Student Union (RSU), surrendered to Nalgonda district police chief VC Sajjanar, on December 17. Police sources said most of the arrested Naxalites were in their teens and were recruited during their s
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12 Naxalites, including two cadres of the Radical Student Union (RSU), surrendered to Nalgonda district police chief VC Sajjanar, on December 17. Police sources said most of the arrested Naxalites were in their teens and were recruited during their stay at government-run welfare hostels.
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December - 17 
A media report of December 17 indicated that an organised 'racket' in Bangladesh is allegedly helping Pakistani nationals to acquire Bangladeshi passports to facilitate their infiltration into India. The report also said Union Minister of State (MoS)
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A media report of December 17 indicated that an organised 'racket' in Bangladesh is allegedly helping Pakistani nationals to acquire Bangladeshi passports to facilitate their infiltration into India. The report also said Union Minister of State (MoS) for Home Vidhyasagar Rao confirmed this in a written reply to the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament), on an unspecified date.
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December - 17 
A patrol party of SOG and police intercepted a group of six terrorists belonging to the HM’s Shakeel Ansari group at Barnota nullah, Bani area of Kathua district. In the ensuing encounter, while the ‘area commander’ for Bani-Khaned was killed, the ot
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A patrol party of SOG and police intercepted a group of six terrorists belonging to the HM’s Shakeel Ansari group at Barnota nullah, Bani area of Kathua district. In the ensuing encounter, while the ‘area commander’ for Bani-Khaned was killed, the others managed to escape. Recoveries made from the encounter-site included an AK rifle, three magazines, a wireless set and a live grenade.
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December - 17 
A witness––a ferryman––in the Sanjoy Ghosh abduction-cum-murder-case informed the Guwahati trial court, on December 17, that suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists allegedly killed Ghosh on the same day they had abducted him. The
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A witness––a ferryman––in the Sanjoy Ghosh abduction-cum-murder-case informed the Guwahati trial court, on December 17, that suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists allegedly killed Ghosh on the same day they had abducted him. The witness claimed that four armed ULFA terrorists, along with Ghosh Sanjoy, had come to his residence, on July 4, 1997-evening. He also said he ferried them across Brahmaputra river in a boat that was managed by the terrorists themselves. The terrorists were also carrying a gunny bag and machete with them. He also heard gunshots later that night. Next morning, the terrorists returned to his house, while a fifth man whom he identified as Ghosh was missing.
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December - 17 
According to media reports, four suspected terrorists of the proscribed Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) were killed in an encounter with security force personnel of the 21st Assam Rifles (AR) near Keithelmanbi village, in Senapati district, Manipur, on
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According to media reports, four suspected terrorists of the proscribed Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) were killed in an encounter with security force personnel of the 21st Assam Rifles (AR) near Keithelmanbi village, in Senapati district, Manipur, on December 17. Quoting a statement issued by the Press Information Bureau’s defence wing, reports added that, at the site of encounter, two 9 mm pistols with nine rounds of ammunition and a .22 rifle with seven rounds were recovered. Meanwhile, the bodies of all four terrorists were handed over to the Kangpokpi police station.
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December - 17 
According to media reports, terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), led by their ‘area commanders’, clashed in the upper reaches of Warwan, in Doda district, on December 17, resulting in the killing of three LeT cadres an
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According to media reports, terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), led by their ‘area commanders’, clashed in the upper reaches of Warwan, in Doda district, on December 17, resulting in the killing of three LeT cadres and injuries to four others. However, the injured terrorists managed to escape along with others of the group. This was third clash between the two groups in the same area during the last six months in which a total of 11 terrorists of both the groups have been killed. The two recent clashes are reportedly in retaliation to a clash in Warwan in June 2002 in which the Lashkar terrorists had killed six HM cadres. While indicating that the Warwan hills is predominantly a Hizb stronghold, reports added that operational control of the area, financial disputes or harassing of local women by the foreign mercenaries were also likely to be the reasons behind these clashes.
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December - 17 
According to media reports, the External Affairs Ministry has, on December 17, accused the United Arab Emirates (UAE) of violating obligations under United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Resolution No. 1373, and the Interpol, over not cooperating in
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According to media reports, the External Affairs Ministry has, on December 17, accused the United Arab Emirates (UAE) of violating obligations under United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Resolution No. 1373, and the Interpol, over not cooperating in handing over Anees Ibrahim, key accused in the March 12,1993- Mumbai serial bomb blasts case and younger brother of Mafia don Dawood Ibrahim. Anees Ibrahim was arrested by Dubai police on December 3 for his involvement in some criminal activities there, but was later released by a Dubai court on December 13 and deported to Pakistan.
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December - 17 
In a memorandum to Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, in New Delhi, on December 17, the All-Assam Adivasi Association (AAAA) has reiterated its demand for Scheduled Tribe status for Assamese Adivasis. The association also reportedly appealed for th
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In a memorandum to Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, in New Delhi, on December 17, the All-Assam Adivasi Association (AAAA) has reiterated its demand for Scheduled Tribe status for Assamese Adivasis. The association also reportedly appealed for the scrapping of the proposed BTC.
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December - 17 
In a search operation at Appan village, Marwah area, security forces recovered a Chinese hand grenade, 21 AK rounds and a pouch from the house of Farooq Ahmed, an over-ground harbourer of the LeT.
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In a search operation at Appan village, Marwah area, security forces recovered a Chinese hand grenade, 21 AK rounds and a pouch from the house of Farooq Ahmed, an over-ground harbourer of the LeT.
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December - 17 
In another incident, the Special Operations Group (SOG) and police killed a terrorist of the Shakeel Ansari group of the HM, in Bani area of Doda district. Five other terrorists of the group, however, escaped during the exchange of fire.
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In another incident, the Special Operations Group (SOG) and police killed a terrorist of the Shakeel Ansari group of the HM, in Bani area of Doda district. Five other terrorists of the group, however, escaped during the exchange of fire.
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December - 17 
Media reports of December 17 said the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) has alleged that security forces in Assam killed at least 500 ULFA and National Liberation Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists in various encounters during the past 18 month
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Media reports of December 17 said the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) has alleged that security forces in Assam killed at least 500 ULFA and National Liberation Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists in various encounters during the past 18 months. The outfit, in its mouthpiece Freedom, said, "Indian forces have killed 500 United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) fighters extra judicially since May 2001". The outfit also said, "We seek a peaceful negotiation and are sincere in our commitment".
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December - 17 
Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) blasted a telephone exchange at Sampatnagar, Khammam district. Police sources said approximately 30 Naxalites went to the telephone exchange and blasted it with detonators, causing damage to equipment. The Na
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Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) blasted a telephone exchange at Sampatnagar, Khammam district. Police sources said approximately 30 Naxalites went to the telephone exchange and blasted it with detonators, causing damage to equipment. The Naxals also reportedly pasted posters stating that they had blasted the exchange to protest the State government’s ‘oppressive’ policies.
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December - 17 
On December 17, Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani reportedly said in the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament) that the Naga peace talks have not reached a ‘substantive stage’, but talks with the Bodos have progressed considerably. Regarding the rol
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On December 17, Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani reportedly said in the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament) that the Naga peace talks have not reached a ‘substantive stage’, but talks with the Bodos have progressed considerably. Regarding the role of the Nagaland State government in the peace process Advani added, while replying to a discussion on internal security, that the Union Government would involve the State government when the talks reach a substantive stage.
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December - 17 
On December 17, in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Parliament) Defence Minister George Fernandes said many of the terrorist camps or training centers in Pakistan, which were closed or relocated to interior areas during July-August
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On December 17, in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Parliament) Defence Minister George Fernandes said many of the terrorist camps or training centers in Pakistan, which were closed or relocated to interior areas during July-August 2002, have been reopened. He also said the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan's external intelligence agency, has resumed its assistance to terrorists. He said information on terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) for support to terrorism is being shared with other countries as part of diplomatic efforts against international terrorism. As a result, most countries have asked Pakistan to fulfil its commitment to end cross-border infiltration and terrorism in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir. In reply to another question, Fernandes said India had taken up the issue of ISI "misusing Nepalese territory and both India and Nepal agreed not to allow their territories to be used for activities "inimical to the interests of either country". The Special Service Bureau, an anti-insurgency force, had been deployed along the border with Nepal to strengthen security, he added.
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December - 17 
Quoting government sources, media reports added that the next round of Indo-Naga peace talks would start from December 28, in New Delhi, and disclosed that the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) leadership will reach India o
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Quoting government sources, media reports added that the next round of Indo-Naga peace talks would start from December 28, in New Delhi, and disclosed that the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) leadership will reach India on December 27. Sources said Indian security agencies are in the process of providing an Indian passport to the outfit’s Chairman, Isac Swu, and the Indian embassy in Oslo, Norway, will issue the passport. To recollect, Th Muivah has already been given an Indian passport in June 2001.
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December - 17 
Reports indicated that the BLT has issued its diktat to businessmen who indulge in 'illicit trade' of liquor and in lotteries, among other things, in Kokrajhar district. The BLT has also reportedly set December 31 as the deadline for them to stop the
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Reports indicated that the BLT has issued its diktat to businessmen who indulge in 'illicit trade' of liquor and in lotteries, among other things, in Kokrajhar district. The BLT has also reportedly set December 31 as the deadline for them to stop their 'illicit trade'
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December - 17 
Speaking to the media in Kothagudem on December 17, Khammam district police chief V V Srinivasa Rao said three persons were arrested under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) for supplying arms to left-wing extremists—Naxalites. He said one of the
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Speaking to the media in Kothagudem on December 17, Khammam district police chief V V Srinivasa Rao said three persons were arrested under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) for supplying arms to left-wing extremists—Naxalites. He said one of the arrested, Rajkishore Singh who is a leader of the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) in Patna rural district, Bihar, had been supplying arms and explosives to the Naxalites. This was revealed during the interrogation of a Naxalite, Bhadraiah, arrested in Myalaram forests. The district police chief said the third arrested Naxalite of the Communist Party of India––Marxist-Leninist CPI-ML (Janasakthi), Sankar, was negotiating the deal with Singh through Bhadraiah. The police also seized the arms kept in a room at Autonagar, Vijayawada district.
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December - 17 
The 24-hour-long gun-battle at Kadpora, Anantnag district, ended with the death of a local LeT terrorist. Official sources identified him as Fayyaz Ahmed Ganai alias Tariq, a resident of Shah Gund, Achhabal. As reported earlier, two SF personnel were
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The 24-hour-long gun-battle at Kadpora, Anantnag district, ended with the death of a local LeT terrorist. Official sources identified him as Fayyaz Ahmed Ganai alias Tariq, a resident of Shah Gund, Achhabal. As reported earlier, two SF personnel were killed in the initial round of the shootout on December 16. During the encounter, SFs destroyed the residence of Pir Nizamudin, a relative of the ruling People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Shangus, Pir Mohammad Hussain.
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December - 17 
The BLT had, on December 17, threatened to resume violence and withdraw from the cease-fire agreement after consensus over BTC-boundary eluded an all-party meeting.
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The BLT had, on December 17, threatened to resume violence and withdraw from the cease-fire agreement after consensus over BTC-boundary eluded an all-party meeting.
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December - 17 
The Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT), on December 17, threatened to resume violence if the proposed Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) would not come through within this week. While talking to a Guwahati-based daily, on the same day, the BLT 'vice chairm
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The Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT), on December 17, threatened to resume violence if the proposed Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) would not come through within this week. While talking to a Guwahati-based daily, on the same day, the BLT 'vice chairman' Kamal Mushahary said, "We gave a farewell to arms with an aim to solve the vexed Bodo problem through peaceful means. From then on, we have been cooperating with the Centre and the Assam Government. But there should be a limit to everything. It is unbearable for the BLT as the Governments, both at Delhi and Dispur, is causing an inordinate delay in deciding the number of villages to be included in the proposed BTC and chalking out provisions for protection of rights of the non-Bodos". Kamal Mushahary and BLT 'publicity secretary' Mainao Daimary had, on December 16-night, reportedly met Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi to inform that the outfit would not accept ceasefire extension beyond December 22.
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December - 17 
Unidentified terrorists attacked and injured a civilian at Saj village, under the jurisdiction of Thanna Mandi police station, Rajouri district. Terrorists escaped after the shoot-out. Separately, an SF personnel sustained injuries in a rifle grenade
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Unidentified terrorists attacked and injured a civilian at Saj village, under the jurisdiction of Thanna Mandi police station, Rajouri district. Terrorists escaped after the shoot-out. Separately, an SF personnel sustained injuries in a rifle grenade attack by terrorists on a camp of security forces at Imam Sahib, Shopian.
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December - 18 
According to a media report of December 18, Union Minister of State (MoS) for Home I D Swami informed the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Parliament) that the Assam government has taken preventive measures to check any likely infiltration of Al Qaeda ter
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According to a media report of December 18, Union Minister of State (MoS) for Home I D Swami informed the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Parliament) that the Assam government has taken preventive measures to check any likely infiltration of Al Qaeda terrorists. In a written reply, he said security has been intensified along the State's International Border (IB) with Bangladesh.
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December - 18 
According to media reports, 15 civilians and three Border Security Force (BSF) personnel sustained injuries in a grenade explosion in Kulgam, also on December 18.
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According to media reports, 15 civilians and three Border Security Force (BSF) personnel sustained injuries in a grenade explosion in Kulgam, also on December 18.
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December - 18 
According to media reports, a Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) Court, Chennai, on December 18, extended till December 30 the remand of Marrumalarchi Dravida Munetra Kazhagam (MDMK) general secretary Vaiko, and eight other party colleagues, detained
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According to media reports, a Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) Court, Chennai, on December 18, extended till December 30 the remand of Marrumalarchi Dravida Munetra Kazhagam (MDMK) general secretary Vaiko, and eight other party colleagues, detained under POTA. The Court inquired of the police the reason for the delay in filing the chargesheet and directed that it be done early. Vaiko was arrested under POTA, on July 11, 2002, for making pro-Liberation of Tamil Tigers Elam (LTTE) speeches at a conference near Madurai, Tamil Nadu.
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December - 18 
Assam Chief Minister (CM) Tarun Gogoi, on December 18, appealed to the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) to act responsibly, as the government was sincere in creating the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC). He also asked the BLT leadership to accept the e
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Assam Chief Minister (CM) Tarun Gogoi, on December 18, appealed to the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) to act responsibly, as the government was sincere in creating the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC). He also asked the BLT leadership to accept the extension of the cease-fire agreement with the Union government beyond December 22 for the greater interest of the people of Assam. He was talking to the media in Guwahati.
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December - 18 
Bangladesh High Commissioner in India Tufail K. Haider said the people nor the authorities of Bangladesh are aware of the presence in his country of agents of the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, and of terr
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Bangladesh High Commissioner in India Tufail K. Haider said the people nor the authorities of Bangladesh are aware of the presence in his country of agents of the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, and of terrorists operating in Indias’ north east. The reports of the presence could be true, he said, while speaking at a seminar on Indo-Bangla relations in Kolkata, on December 18. He also denied that fundamentalists like Al-Qaida and Taliban activists were present in Bangladesh.
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December - 18 
Cease Fire Monitoring Group (CFMG) and Cease Fire Supervisory Board (CFSB) chairman Lt Gen (Retd) RV Kulkarni reportedly said in a meeting in Kohima, that both the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN) factions are bound by the Cease Fire Gro
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Cease Fire Monitoring Group (CFMG) and Cease Fire Supervisory Board (CFSB) chairman Lt Gen (Retd) RV Kulkarni reportedly said in a meeting in Kohima, that both the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN) factions are bound by the Cease Fire Ground Rules (CFGRs), though they are no longer banned. The main aim of the ground rules has been to make create a conducive atmosphere for political talks between the Union government and the NSCN leadership, he added. According to media reports of December 18, Kulkarni also explained that the lifting of ban on both the factions —NSCN-Isac-Muivah(NSCN-IM) and NSCN-Khaplang (NSCN-K), did not mean that they could move around in uniforms or camouflage fatigues with arms. The CFMG deals with the NSCN-IM, while the CFSB deals with the NSCN-K.
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December - 18 
Eight left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) were arrested from three separate places in Karimnagar district, on December 18. Three Naxalites were arrested in Rechapalli village in Sarangapur mandal (administrative unit). Poli
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Eight left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) were arrested from three separate places in Karimnagar district, on December 18. Three Naxalites were arrested in Rechapalli village in Sarangapur mandal (administrative unit). Police also seized gelatine sticks and detonators from their possession. Police arrested four more Naxalites at Nimmapalli and recovered a hand grenade, a soap bomb and some incriminating literature from their possession. Separately, another Naxalite was arrested under Koratla police station-limits.
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December - 18 
Further, unidentified terrorists lobbed a hand grenade at an SF formation at Pamposh Hotel, on the Residency Road in Srinagar. It fell short of the intended target and left one civilian injured.
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Further, unidentified terrorists lobbed a hand grenade at an SF formation at Pamposh Hotel, on the Residency Road in Srinagar. It fell short of the intended target and left one civilian injured.
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December - 18 
In a joint operation, personnel of the 10th Battalion of Assam Rifles (AR) and Nagaland State police reportedly unearthed an arms racket in Nagaland. Media reports said, on December 18, they raided a house in Langrijan village near Dimapur. The recov
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In a joint operation, personnel of the 10th Battalion of Assam Rifles (AR) and Nagaland State police reportedly unearthed an arms racket in Nagaland. Media reports said, on December 18, they raided a house in Langrijan village near Dimapur. The recoveries included two AK-47 rifles, a M-21 rifle, two magazines of AK-47, four rounds of AK-47, 10 rounds of .22 rifle, a round of 9mm pistol, two rounds of 7.62 mm tracer, a grenade, 774 detonators, 173 sticks of bel gelatine and 27.5m of safety fuse. Quoting police sources, reports added that two persons have been arrested so far, in this connection.
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December - 18 
In Srinagar, police recovered three kg of RDX seized from a car near Batagund in Tral. An employee of the Geology and Mining Department was arrested in this connection.
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In Srinagar, police recovered three kg of RDX seized from a car near Batagund in Tral. An employee of the Geology and Mining Department was arrested in this connection.
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December - 18 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blew up a telephone exchange at Nirupalla village, Warangal district, on December 18. However, there were no reports of any casualties.
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blew up a telephone exchange at Nirupalla village, Warangal district, on December 18. However, there were no reports of any casualties.
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December - 18 
Media reports said on December 18 that a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) team has produced Manzoor Ahmed, an accused in the March 12, 1993-Mumbai serial bomb blasts case, at a court in Rampur, Uttar Pradesh, to seek an exit warrant to take him
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Media reports said on December 18 that a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) team has produced Manzoor Ahmed, an accused in the March 12, 1993-Mumbai serial bomb blasts case, at a court in Rampur, Uttar Pradesh, to seek an exit warrant to take him to Maharashtra for trial. Manzoor Ahmed was arrested on December 17 from Swar tehsil of Utar Pradesh. He was earlier in custody for over four years and was released on bail recently. Since Manzoor had failed to appear before the trial court, non-bailable warrants were issued against him, following which he was arrested, official sources said.
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December - 18 
Reports from north Kashmir indicated that a security force (SF) personnel was killed by an unidentified terrorist at the Sopore bus stand, on December 18. Meanwhile, an unidentified terrorist was killed by SFs in Mahore area, Udhampur district.
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Reports from north Kashmir indicated that a security force (SF) personnel was killed by an unidentified terrorist at the Sopore bus stand, on December 18. Meanwhile, an unidentified terrorist was killed by SFs in Mahore area, Udhampur district.
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December - 18 
Reports said, special Judge S N Dhingra hearing the December 13, 2001-Parliament attack case reserved, on December 17, announcing the sentence in the case. It would be declared today, December 18. The prosecution has pleaded for the maximum penalty,
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Reports said, special Judge S N Dhingra hearing the December 13, 2001-Parliament attack case reserved, on December 17, announcing the sentence in the case. It would be declared today, December 18. The prosecution has pleaded for the maximum penalty, arguing it was among the ‘rarest of rare’ cases, while defense lawyers asked for leniency. The court, on December 16, convicted four persons for their involvement in the incident. It held two Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists and a suspended Delhi University lecturer guilty under various sections of the Prevention of Terrorist Act (POTA), Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Explosive Substances Act. The fourth accused, a woman, has been convicted for concealing information.
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December - 18 
The Minister, in a separate reply, also named seven Northeast-based terrorist outfits that are running camps in Bangladesh. These are the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), All Tripura Tiger Force (A
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The Minister, in a separate reply, also named seven Northeast-based terrorist outfits that are running camps in Bangladesh. These are the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT), Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC), Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) and National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM).
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December - 19 
A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) fidayeen (suicide terrorist) and a security force (SF) personnel were killed, while three other SF personnel were injured in a suicide attack on an Army post at Khablan village in the Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri district, on
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A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) fidayeen (suicide terrorist) and a security force (SF) personnel were killed, while three other SF personnel were injured in a suicide attack on an Army post at Khablan village in the Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri district, on December 19. Official sources said two fidayeen launched indiscriminate firing on an Army post and also lobbed two grenades at the picket while attempting to storm the post. Even as SF personnel retaliated by killing one of the suicide terrorists, the other managed to escape. An AK-47 rifle and five magazines were recovered from the incident-site.
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December - 19 
A media report said the Al Umar Mujahideen terrorist group, on December 19, today, lifted its ‘ban’ on APHC leaders visiting the Jamia Masjid in Srinagar with immediate effect. The terrorist outfit had, in November 2002, "forbidden" Hurriyat leaders
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A media report said the Al Umar Mujahideen terrorist group, on December 19, today, lifted its ‘ban’ on APHC leaders visiting the Jamia Masjid in Srinagar with immediate effect. The terrorist outfit had, in November 2002, "forbidden" Hurriyat leaders from entering the shrine following the latest round of talks between the separatists and the Kashmir Committee led by former Union Law Minister Ram Jethmalani.
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December - 19 
According to media reports, Meghalaya police confirmed the role of the Achik National Volunteers Council (ANVC) in the abduction of district medical and health officer P. Bezbaruah based at Williamnagar. He was reportedly whisked away by terrorists o
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According to media reports, Meghalaya police confirmed the role of the Achik National Volunteers Council (ANVC) in the abduction of district medical and health officer P. Bezbaruah based at Williamnagar. He was reportedly whisked away by terrorists on gunpoint on December 19. Although a massive search operation was launched, security forces could not yet trace him or his abductors. Reports said police have not ruled out the possibility of extracting ransom as one of the motives for the abduction.
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December - 19 
According to police sources, approximately 15 Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) terrorists attacked the Dilai police outpost of Bokajan police station, Karbi Anglong district, on December 19. While the outpost was partially damaged in the attack, no one was in
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According to police sources, approximately 15 Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) terrorists attacked the Dilai police outpost of Bokajan police station, Karbi Anglong district, on December 19. While the outpost was partially damaged in the attack, no one was inured in the incident. The terrorists managed to escape even though police personnel on duty retaliated by firing back.
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December - 19 
As per Portuguese laws, no criminal can be extradited to any country, which awards death penalty. The CBI has submitted list of criminal cases that Salem was involved in. He is wanted in India in 71 cases of murder, extortion, forgery and criminal in
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As per Portuguese laws, no criminal can be extradited to any country, which awards death penalty. The CBI has submitted list of criminal cases that Salem was involved in. He is wanted in India in 71 cases of murder, extortion, forgery and criminal intimidation, along with Bollywood actress and his girlfriend Monica Bedi following a Red Corner notice issued by the Interpol at the behest of the CBI
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December - 19 
In another incident, Naxalites of the MCC abducted Lohardaga District Youth Congress president Anand Kumar Jha in Bhitha village, on December 19. According to media reports, the Naxalites reportedly demanded a cut from the amount of a road constructi
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In another incident, Naxalites of the MCC abducted Lohardaga District Youth Congress president Anand Kumar Jha in Bhitha village, on December 19. According to media reports, the Naxalites reportedly demanded a cut from the amount of a road construction scheme that Anand was involved in.
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December - 19 
In another incident, two police constables attached to the Dachepally police station, Guntur district, were abducted by Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) from Takkilapadu village, on December 19. According to police sources, the constables we
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In another incident, two police constables attached to the Dachepally police station, Guntur district, were abducted by Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) from Takkilapadu village, on December 19. According to police sources, the constables were coming from Takkellapadu after serving warrants in connection with a Naxalite case. The Naxalites intercepted the constables and detained them for questioning. After beating them up, they reportedly took them away on the motorcycle on which the police had traveled to the village.
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December - 19 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) killed a village headman in Manoharpur village, West Singhbhum district, on December 19. Media reports said the victim, Jevan Mohanty, was targeted as he was believed to be a police
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) killed a village headman in Manoharpur village, West Singhbhum district, on December 19. Media reports said the victim, Jevan Mohanty, was targeted as he was believed to be a police informer.
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December - 19 
Media reports said the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), India’s premier investigation agency, and diplomats at Indian mission in Lisbon, have formally begun consultations for the extradition of underworld don and a key accused in the 1993-Mumba
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Media reports said the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), India’s premier investigation agency, and diplomats at Indian mission in Lisbon, have formally begun consultations for the extradition of underworld don and a key accused in the 1993-Mumbai serial bomb blasts case Abu Salem. They have also given an assurance that he would not be sentenced to death, if convicted, Abu Slaem is in judicial custody in Lisbon, following his arrest on September 18, 2002.
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December - 19 
Minister of State for External Affairs Digvijay Singh said no effort was being made to declare Pakistan a terrorist state. There has been no change in Pakistan's policy of support and sponsorship of cross border terrorism against India.
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Minister of State for External Affairs Digvijay Singh said no effort was being made to declare Pakistan a terrorist state. There has been no change in Pakistan's policy of support and sponsorship of cross border terrorism against India.
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December - 19 
On the same day, United People's Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) terrorists abducted three employees of the Agricultural Engineering Department in a separate incident in the same district. The truck by which the employees were travelling was stopped at
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On the same day, United People's Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) terrorists abducted three employees of the Agricultural Engineering Department in a separate incident in the same district. The truck by which the employees were travelling was stopped at Katrijangaon, under Diphu police station-limits, and its occupants were taken captive. Subsequently, the terrorists set the truck on fire. Further details of the incident are awaited.
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December - 19 
Reports from south Kashmir have indicated that SF personnel killed two local terrorists of the Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen (TuM) during an encounter at Mirwani, Damhal Hanjipora. A civilian, resident of the same village, sustained injuries in this incident
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Reports from south Kashmir have indicated that SF personnel killed two local terrorists of the Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen (TuM) during an encounter at Mirwani, Damhal Hanjipora. A civilian, resident of the same village, sustained injuries in this incident. Separately, reports from north Kashmir said two SF personnel were injured when unidentified terrorists lobbed a hand grenade at a patrol party in Sopore.
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December - 19 
Representatives of the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT), Union government and Assam government met in New Delhi, on December 19, to sort out differences over the creation of Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC). Details of the meet are awaited.
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Representatives of the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT), Union government and Assam government met in New Delhi, on December 19, to sort out differences over the creation of Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC). Details of the meet are awaited.
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December - 19 
Responding to supplementaries during Question Hour in the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Parliament), on December 19, External Affairs Minister Yashwant Sinha said if the US exerted sufficient pressure on Pakistan, it would desist it from indulging in c
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Responding to supplementaries during Question Hour in the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Parliament), on December 19, External Affairs Minister Yashwant Sinha said if the US exerted sufficient pressure on Pakistan, it would desist it from indulging in cross-border terrorism. He also said, although the menace has decreased, the fact remains that cross-border terrorism is continuing despite a clear announcement and assertion by Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf, and an assurance from the international community that they will apply pressure on Pakistan to desist from it. While welcoming the pressure being exerted by the international community, Sinha said India has to fight the menace on its own and expressed the confidence that India was "… capable and strong enough to wage and win the battle".
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December - 19 
SFs on the same day, killed a front ranking Mohd Iqbal alias Abu Saud Jarar, LeT ‘commander’, during an encounter in Bharat area, approximately 15km from Doda. The operation was reportedly carried out on the basis of specific information regarding th
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SFs on the same day, killed a front ranking Mohd Iqbal alias Abu Saud Jarar, LeT ‘commander’, during an encounter in Bharat area, approximately 15km from Doda. The operation was reportedly carried out on the basis of specific information regarding the movement of some foreign mercenaries in Bharat village. Saud Jarar was a resident of Rawalpindi in Pakistan. Recoveries made from the slain terrorist included an AK-47 rifle, two magazines and three Chinese grenades. A senior police officer said Jarar was involved in major fidayeen attacks in Doda, including an attack on the Town Hall polling station on the day of polling in Doda on October 8, another attack at the District Police Lines in Doda on May 29, and the recent attack at Bilalabad. Security forces are reportedly continuing search operations in the area to arrest the associates of Jarar, who are suspected to be hiding in the same area.
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December - 19 
Speaking in the State Legislative Assembly on December 19, West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee described the rise of the left-wing extremist—Naxalite—People’s War Group (PWG) in the State as a new phenomenon. He pointed out that its pr
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Speaking in the State Legislative Assembly on December 19, West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee described the rise of the left-wing extremist—Naxalite—People’s War Group (PWG) in the State as a new phenomenon. He pointed out that its present character was different from that of the left-wing extremist movement when it originated at the Naxalbari in West Bengal and subsequently spread to Andhra Pradesh, and added most of their present leaders spoke Telugu. He said those arrested on charges of being associated with the PWG were also being screened to ascertain whether they had helped the outfit voluntarily or out of fear. Anyone found to have helped the PWG due to coercion was being freed, he added. Referring to the Kamtapuri movement in North Bengal, the Chief Minister said that, while the majority of the Rajbangshis were for remaining in the mainstream, Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI was misleading a section into taking up terrorism. He said terrorists of the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) were being trained in Butan along with Bodo and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists. Bhattacharjee, however, assured there would not be a crackdown on the Kamtapur People’s Party (KPP) as it was a political outfit.
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December - 19 
Special Judge S N Dhingra, who has delivered the verdict in the Parliament attack case, said the attack was not the handiwork of a few disgruntled individuals, but of forces who wanted to destroy the country and cripple it. They sought to achieve tha
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Special Judge S N Dhingra, who has delivered the verdict in the Parliament attack case, said the attack was not the handiwork of a few disgruntled individuals, but of forces who wanted to destroy the country and cripple it. They sought to achieve that goal by attacking Parliament and killing or capturing its entire political executive, including the Prime Minister, Home Minister and Vice President. Dhingra’s observations were drawn after seeing an inscription produced by investigators who said it was pasted on the car used by Jaish-e-Mohamed (JeM) terrorists who had attacked Parliament on December 13, 2001, media reports said on December 20, 2002
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December - 19 
Suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists abducted three members of a family in Tripura's Dhalai district, on December 19. According to police sources, the terrorists raided the residence of local level-Communist Party of India
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Suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists abducted three members of a family in Tripura's Dhalai district, on December 19. According to police sources, the terrorists raided the residence of local level-Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPM) leader in Machhlimukh village, Manu police station-limits. Not finding him, they abducted his three sons. Police were searching the area for the captives' rescue when reports last came in.
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December - 19 
There was near-total shutdown in the twin north Kashmir towns of Baramulla and Sopore, as two constituents of the separatist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC)––Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) and High Court Bar Association, called for
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There was near-total shutdown in the twin north Kashmir towns of Baramulla and Sopore, as two constituents of the separatist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC)––Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) and High Court Bar Association, called for a two-day shutdown to protest the death sentence awarded by a designated Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) court to three Kashmiris in the December 13, 2002-Parliament attack case. The three persons––Syed Abdur Rehman Geelani, Showkat Hussain Guru and Mohammad Afzal––hail from Baramulla area. Media reports indicated that the call for strike evoked partial response in the capital city of Srinagar and other district headquarters. Meanwhile, in a statement circulated in Srinagar, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘chief commander of operations’ Saiful Islam described the death sentence as a "blow to the Mufti Government, which had been claiming that POTA had been dropped".
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December - 20 
18 police personnel were killed and 20 more injured in the incident. The injured police personnel are being treated at a hospital in neighbouring Orissa’s Rourkela. The condition of three police personnel is stated to be critical.
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18 police personnel were killed and 20 more injured in the incident. The injured police personnel are being treated at a hospital in neighbouring Orissa’s Rourkela. The condition of three police personnel is stated to be critical.
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December - 20 
A combing and search operation has been launched in the Saranda forests, West Singhbhum district, where Naxalites of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) killed 13 police personnel on December 20. Official sources said two companies of the Central Reser
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A combing and search operation has been launched in the Saranda forests, West Singhbhum district, where Naxalites of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) killed 13 police personnel on December 20. Official sources said two companies of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) have been assisting the local police.
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December - 20 
According to media reports, a special court in Coimbatore, on December 20, convicted eight Al-Ulmma activists including Mohammed Ansari, president of Al Umma, and Sidhique Ali, son of S.A. Basha the outfit’s founder president. They were all accused i
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According to media reports, a special court in Coimbatore, on December 20, convicted eight Al-Ulmma activists including Mohammed Ansari, president of Al Umma, and Sidhique Ali, son of S.A. Basha the outfit’s founder president. They were all accused in the murder of traffic constable Selveraj in November 1997, which triggered communal violence causing the death of 17 persons in Coimbatore. The special public prosecutor contended that the genesis of the serial bomb blasts that ravaged Coimbatore in 1998, lay in Selvaraj’s murder. The Al-Ulmma is an Islamist extremist Organisation that engineered the serial bomb blasts in Coimbatore. At least 33 people––including eight women and a child––died while 153 more were injured in a series of 12 bomb blasts in Coimbatore on February 14, 1998.
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December - 20 
According to media reports, Jharkhand and Orissa police jointly recovered 17 bodies---13 of police personnel and four of civilians, killed in an ambush by left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) in Saranda forests, Bitkils
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According to media reports, Jharkhand and Orissa police jointly recovered 17 bodies---13 of police personnel and four of civilians, killed in an ambush by left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) in Saranda forests, Bitkilsoya, Manoharpur police station limits, West Singhbhum district, on December 20. According to Jharkhand Home Commissioner Shushma Singh 18 police personnel were killed in the incident. The Naxalites also looted a large number of arms and ammunition from the police party in the encounter that lasted for about three hours.
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December - 20 
According to official sources, SFs foiled an infiltration attempt on the Line of Control (LoC) in the Krishna Ghati sector of Poonch district by killing two terrorists. Two AK rifles, three magazines, 100 rounds of ammunition and Rs 2,000 in Indian c
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According to official sources, SFs foiled an infiltration attempt on the Line of Control (LoC) in the Krishna Ghati sector of Poonch district by killing two terrorists. Two AK rifles, three magazines, 100 rounds of ammunition and Rs 2,000 in Indian currency were recovered from the slain infiltrators, whose identity has not been established thus far.
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December - 20 
An extortion racket was unearthed and four pseudo United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were nabbed in Assam's Nagaon district, on December 20. Acting on a tip-off, the district police arrested two extortionists when they came to collect
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An extortion racket was unearthed and four pseudo United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were nabbed in Assam's Nagaon district, on December 20. Acting on a tip-off, the district police arrested two extortionists when they came to collect money from a restaurant owner. An ULFA extortion note for Rs two lakh had earlier been served on this restaurant owner. Two more extortionists were arrested later.
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December - 20 
An unidentified terrorist, on December 20, assassinated Abdul Aziz Mir, Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) belonging to the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) near Pampore town. Mir, hailing from Konibal, was reportedly killed in the presence of
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An unidentified terrorist, on December 20, assassinated Abdul Aziz Mir, Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) belonging to the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) near Pampore town. Mir, hailing from Konibal, was reportedly killed in the presence of nine security guards when he was returning home after offering Friday prayers at the local mosque. According to eyewitness accounts, a young assailant is reported to have fired indiscriminately at the MLA when a number of people drew close to him with certain demands and greetings. The assailant escaped after the killing. Meanwhile, Sheikh Tajamul, identifying himself as the spokesperson of a relatively less known terrorist outfit ‘Save Kashmir Movement’, told the local news agency CNS over telephone that his organisation had carried out the assassination. He also claimed, "Anybody strengthening India’s hands would meet the same fate". However, Superintendent of Police (SP), Awantipore, claimed it was actually carried out by some local terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) who were projecting the name of ‘Save Kashmir Movement’ only to mislead the people and security forces (SF). The SP told Daily Excelsior that a terrorist, who informed his ‘commanders’ about the assassination, used the same radio frequency, which was being used by the HM. A Border Security Force (BSF) unit in the Pampore area reportedly intercepted this radio message. It is first time that terrorists have attacked the ruling party of Mufti Mohammad Sayeed in the State. Till date, almost all of their political killings were restricted to the former Ruling party––the National Conference.
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December - 20 
Another report said India, at Nepal’s request, handed over six injured insurgents undergoing treatment in the border district of Sitamarhi in Bihar. They were injured in clashes in September in Sindhuli district, reports added.
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Another report said India, at Nepal’s request, handed over six injured insurgents undergoing treatment in the border district of Sitamarhi in Bihar. They were injured in clashes in September in Sindhuli district, reports added.
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December - 20 
Another terrorist was killed in a separate encounter at Khari, Banihal area of Doda district. However, an associate of the slain terrorist managed to escape from the encounter site. SFs recovered an AK rifle with two magazines and 36 rounds of ammuni
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Another terrorist was killed in a separate encounter at Khari, Banihal area of Doda district. However, an associate of the slain terrorist managed to escape from the encounter site. SFs recovered an AK rifle with two magazines and 36 rounds of ammunition, a pistol with two magazines and 15 rounds, a radio set and two hand grenades from the incident site.
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December - 20 
Four left-wing extremists—Naxalites of the Praja Pratighatana group, including two women, were killed in an encounter near Kodisala village, Warangal district on December 20. Police sources said a police party on a combing operation surrounded a grou
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Four left-wing extremists—Naxalites of the Praja Pratighatana group, including two women, were killed in an encounter near Kodisala village, Warangal district on December 20. Police sources said a police party on a combing operation surrounded a group of Naxalites at their hideout and asked them to surrender. The Naxalites hurled grenades and opened fire at police and in the exchange of fire that ensued four Naxalites were killed, while the others managed to escape. Police also recovered a pistol, an 8mm gun and a 12-bore gun from the encounter-site.
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December - 20 
In a major terrorist act against women across Jammu region, terrorists on December 20 killed three young girls, including two college students, at Hasiot village, Thanna Mandi police station’s jurisdiction. While two of the girls were reportedly slau
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In a major terrorist act against women across Jammu region, terrorists on December 20 killed three young girls, including two college students, at Hasiot village, Thanna Mandi police station’s jurisdiction. While two of the girls were reportedly slaughtered, another was shot dead from point blank range. The separate incidents was reportedly carried out by a group of three Pakistani terrorists belonging to the Al Badr Mujahideen led by the outfit’s ‘area commander’ Zubair Gul.
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December - 20 
In the capital city of Srinagar, a civilian was killed when security forces retaliated after a rifle grenade attack by terrorists on an SF formation at Tatoo Ground.
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In the capital city of Srinagar, a civilian was killed when security forces retaliated after a rifle grenade attack by terrorists on an SF formation at Tatoo Ground.
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December - 20 
King Jigme Singye Wangchuk, while addressing the nation, said Bhutan would hold talks with terrorists from India’s Northeast, whose primary area of operation is Assam and North Bengal, to leave the country. He warned, if they refuse to leave Bhutanes
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King Jigme Singye Wangchuk, while addressing the nation, said Bhutan would hold talks with terrorists from India’s Northeast, whose primary area of operation is Assam and North Bengal, to leave the country. He warned, if they refuse to leave Bhutanese territory his government would take military action against them. He said the proposal for talks was in keeping with the decision of the 80th session of the National Assembly, Kuensel reported on December 20. He reportedly said the objective was to persuade them to stop running their headquarters from Bhutan. The United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) run camps in Bhutan.
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December - 20 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) laid an ambush on a convoy of police personnel, in Jharkahnd, killing 18 police and injuring 20 more in Saranda forests, at Bitkilsoya, Manoharpur police station-limits, West Singhbh
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) laid an ambush on a convoy of police personnel, in Jharkahnd, killing 18 police and injuring 20 more in Saranda forests, at Bitkilsoya, Manoharpur police station-limits, West Singhbhum district, bordering Orissa, today, December 20. 10 of the injured police personnel are stated to be in a critical condition. According to media reports, approximately 70 Naxalites opened fire when about 50 police personnel were returning with the body of a village headman killed by the MCC. The Naxalites also looted an unspecified number of arms and ammunition and set ablaze 11 vehicles in the convoy. Reports said the MCC, too, suffered casualties, but details were not immediately available.
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December - 20 
Official sources said approximately 30 police personnel are still missing after the December 20-ambush by left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), in Saranda forests, West Singhbhum district.
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Official sources said approximately 30 police personnel are still missing after the December 20-ambush by left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), in Saranda forests, West Singhbhum district.
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December - 20 
Reports from south Kashmir said unidentified terrorists captured a counter-insurgent Ikhwani, namely Bashir Khan, and beheaded him at Hangal.
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Reports from south Kashmir said unidentified terrorists captured a counter-insurgent Ikhwani, namely Bashir Khan, and beheaded him at Hangal.
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December - 20 
State Chief minister F.A. Khonglam reportedly said in the Sate Assembly that the government would take all necessary steps to rescue the official.
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State Chief minister F.A. Khonglam reportedly said in the Sate Assembly that the government would take all necessary steps to rescue the official.
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December - 20 
Suspected left-wing extremists—Naxalites—blew up the residence of Bachcha Singh, Mukhiya (village chief) of the Biragi-Sonbarsa panchayat at Ratanpurva village, under the Chutaha police station limits of Bagaha police district, West Champaran, on Dec
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Suspected left-wing extremists—Naxalites—blew up the residence of Bachcha Singh, Mukhiya (village chief) of the Biragi-Sonbarsa panchayat at Ratanpurva village, under the Chutaha police station limits of Bagaha police district, West Champaran, on December 20. The Naxalites also set ablaze three vehicles belonging to him. Confirming the incident, West Champaran District Magistrate, Ravi Parmar, said, "It is feared to be the handiwork of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC)."
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December - 20 
The Orissa government sounded a high security alert across two districts—Sundergarh and Maurbhanj---where the MCC is active. Speaking to media persons, Inspector General of Police Manmohan Praharaj said, "We have deployed additional police force and
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The Orissa government sounded a high security alert across two districts—Sundergarh and Maurbhanj---where the MCC is active. Speaking to media persons, Inspector General of Police Manmohan Praharaj said, "We have deployed additional police force and alerted the administration and police officials of both districts."
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December - 20 
Three National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter with a joint team of Assam police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel in Assam’s Barpeta district, on December 20. Reports said, acting on a tip o
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Three National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter with a joint team of Assam police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel in Assam’s Barpeta district, on December 20. Reports said, acting on a tip off the joint team conducted a search operation in Nalbaripam village. The terrorists opened unprovoked fire during the operation and three terrorists were killed in the ensuing encounter. A stengun, two magazines with 30 rounds of live ammunition, a detonator and 50 metres flexible wire were recovered from the incident-site.
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December - 21 
A Delhi court on December 21 discharged the leader of the proscribed Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), Mohammed Javed Iqbal, in a sedition and unlawful activities case and also dropped sedition charges against its president Shahid Badar and
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A Delhi court on December 21 discharged the leader of the proscribed Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), Mohammed Javed Iqbal, in a sedition and unlawful activities case and also dropped sedition charges against its president Shahid Badar and three others. While discharging Iqbal, the court granted bail to Badar and four others in the case. The court also dropped sedition charge against Badar in another case and granted him bail on a personal bond of Rs 5,000 and one surety. Discharging Iqbal, the court said there was no material evidence against him except his confessional statement.
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December - 21 
In another incident, Naxalites of the PWG blasted the pylon of the Pulichintala Balancing Reservoir at Vajinepalli village, Mellacheruvu mandal (administrative unit), Nalgonda district, on December 21. The Naxalites alo reportedly left pamphlets at t
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In another incident, Naxalites of the PWG blasted the pylon of the Pulichintala Balancing Reservoir at Vajinepalli village, Mellacheruvu mandal (administrative unit), Nalgonda district, on December 21. The Naxalites alo reportedly left pamphlets at the site which called upon people to resist construction of the balancing reservoir designed to provide water to the third crop under the Krishna delta, as it would submerge 35 villages on either side of the Krishna. It also exhorted people to wage a struggle for protection of the rights of vulnerable population.
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December - 21 
In another incident, unidentified terrorists killed four inmates of a family, including a four-year-old child, at the Reban village in Sopore. Media reports said that a group of heavily armed terrorists entered the residence of a civilian, namely Ghu
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In another incident, unidentified terrorists killed four inmates of a family, including a four-year-old child, at the Reban village in Sopore. Media reports said that a group of heavily armed terrorists entered the residence of a civilian, namely Ghulam Qadir Dar, at Reban, five kms from Sopore. After a brief conversation with the family members, they reportedly asked them to recite the ‘Kalima’, a Quranic recitation. Even as all the family members began chanting the ‘Kalima’, the terrorists opened indiscriminate fire killing Ghulam Qadir Dar, his two sons and a four-year-old grand son and injuring two women and a six-month-old child.
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December - 21 
In Rajouri, unidentified terrorists killed another woman—the fourth victim—during the last two days in this border district. According to official sources, three terrorists entered the residence of a civilian at Pahhad village and killed his wife. Th
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In Rajouri, unidentified terrorists killed another woman—the fourth victim—during the last two days in this border district. According to official sources, three terrorists entered the residence of a civilian at Pahhad village and killed his wife. The terrorists escaped after the killing. As reported earlier, terrorists on December 20 had killed two young girls and a newly married woman at village Hasiot in the Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri district.
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December - 21 
Left wing extremists–– Naxalites–– attacked a public transport vehicle in the Sarguja area of Chhattisgarh on December 21. According to the Sarguja district police chief, the Naxalites opened fire on a bus that was plying on the Balrampur-Chado road.
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Left wing extremists–– Naxalites–– attacked a public transport vehicle in the Sarguja area of Chhattisgarh on December 21. According to the Sarguja district police chief, the Naxalites opened fire on a bus that was plying on the Balrampur-Chado road. 19 passengers, including four police personnel, were reportedly onboard the bus. The latter alerted the Balrampur police on their wireless sets and reinforcements were immediately sent to the incident site. An encounter was going on when last reports came in. While one passenger reportedly sustained injuries in the crossfire, other passengers were safe inside the. However, the sources did not reveal the group identity of the Naxalites involved in the attack.
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December - 21 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) set free two police personnel abducted from Takkilapadu village, Guntur district, on December 19, 2002. According to official sources, the release was unconditional. The Naxalites release
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) set free two police personnel abducted from Takkilapadu village, Guntur district, on December 19, 2002. According to official sources, the release was unconditional. The Naxalites released the constables on December 21, Karempudi and Dachepalli.
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December - 21 
Mizoram Chief Minister (CM) Zoramthanga said he has not received any feelers regarding peace talks from Assam-based terrorist outfits, including the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB). The Unio
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Mizoram Chief Minister (CM) Zoramthanga said he has not received any feelers regarding peace talks from Assam-based terrorist outfits, including the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB). The Union government has entrusted Zoramthanga to initiate the peace process with terrorist outfits in the Northeast. He was talking to media persons on the sidelines of the National Development Council (NDC) meeting in New Delhi, on December 21.
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December - 21 
Police in the Doda district arrested a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen terrorist from the Kilotran village in the Gandoh area. One Chinese pistol and five rounds of ammunition were recovered from the terrorist.
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Police in the Doda district arrested a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen terrorist from the Kilotran village in the Gandoh area. One Chinese pistol and five rounds of ammunition were recovered from the terrorist.
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December - 21 
Three terrorists and a security force (SF) personnel were killed and another SF personnel injured during an encounter on the Line of Control (LoC) in the Chajla village of Poonch district on December 21. Official sources said that an SF team patrolli
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Three terrorists and a security force (SF) personnel were killed and another SF personnel injured during an encounter on the Line of Control (LoC) in the Chajla village of Poonch district on December 21. Official sources said that an SF team patrolling a forward village spotted a group of three terrorists attempting to infiltrate into Indian Territory in Chajla village. In the ensuing encounter, initially, two terrorists and one SF personnel were killed while three other terrorists managed to escape towards a surrounding forest area. These terrorists were pursued by SFs and one of them was later killed. Two others terrorists, however, remained untraced, sources added. The slain terrorists were reported to be foreign mercenaries of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) group. Recoveries made from their possession included three AK-47 rifles, five magazines, 154 rounds of ammunition, a wireless set, six hand grenades and one compass.
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December - 21 
Unidentified terrorists killed one SF personnel at the Madeena Chowk market in the Gaw Kadal area of capital city Srinagar. Terrorist group Al-Nasireen has reportedly claimed responsibility for this incident.
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Unidentified terrorists killed one SF personnel at the Madeena Chowk market in the Gaw Kadal area of capital city Srinagar. Terrorist group Al-Nasireen has reportedly claimed responsibility for this incident.
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December - 22 
A civilian was killed on December 22 at Santoshinagar, in Balrampur police district of Chhattisgarh, when left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) attacked a bus to kill four police personnel traveling in that vehicle. Police s
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A civilian was killed on December 22 at Santoshinagar, in Balrampur police district of Chhattisgarh, when left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) attacked a bus to kill four police personnel traveling in that vehicle. Police sources said approximately 45 Naxalites of the Shyam Vihari Dalam (squad) stopped a passenger bus near Chanan river at Santoshinagar and opened fire from all sides. They had planned to kill four police personnel traveling in the bus to avenge the killing of two of their activists.
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December - 22 
According to delayed media reports, West Bengal police have detained, on December 22, from Kumargram near Siliguri, four Bhutanese suspected to be providing logistics to terrorist camps inside jungels in Bhutan. Acting on tip-off, the police raided a
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According to delayed media reports, West Bengal police have detained, on December 22, from Kumargram near Siliguri, four Bhutanese suspected to be providing logistics to terrorist camps inside jungels in Bhutan. Acting on tip-off, the police raided a village market near the Indo-Bhutan border and detained nine persons proceeding towards Bhutan, an unnamed police official said. The United Liberation of Asom (ULFA), Kamatapur Liberation Organisation and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) are known to be running camps in Bhutan.
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December - 22 
According to delayed reports, a top ranking Kamatpur Liberation Organisation (KLO) terrorist, accused of four murders, surrendered to police on December 22. The incident happened just the day after West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee g
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According to delayed reports, a top ranking Kamatpur Liberation Organisation (KLO) terrorist, accused of four murders, surrendered to police on December 22. The incident happened just the day after West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee gave a call to KLO terrorists to surrender. The surrendered terrorist is reportedly close to KLO second-in-command Mihir Das alias Milton and was one of the 38 KLO activists who had undergone arms training in Bhutan. His brother, Srinivas, is president of the All-Kamtapur Students' Union (AKSU).
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December - 22 
According to media reports, Tamil Nadu police detained nine more Muslim Defence Force activists on December 22. They were arrested in Sivaganga, Tirunelveli and Tuticorin districts based on information provided by Hamid Bakri of Kayalpattinam, the pr
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According to media reports, Tamil Nadu police detained nine more Muslim Defence Force activists on December 22. They were arrested in Sivaganga, Tirunelveli and Tuticorin districts based on information provided by Hamid Bakri of Kayalpattinam, the principal of an Arabic College and brother-in-law of Imam Ali, an organizer of the All India Jihad Committee who was killed in an encounter in Bangalore recently. As already reported, the Muslim Defence Force (MDF) is an Islamist extremist organization whose existence came to light after two MDF cadres were arrested on December 2. Investigators are also probing its possible links with the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) agency, Pakistan’s external agency, besides its finances.
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December - 22 
According to media reports, the Jharkhand government has requisitioned 68 companies of paramilitary forces from the Union government to prepare for a ‘decisive battle’ against left-wing extremists, Naxalites. Speaking to media persons in Ranchi on De
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According to media reports, the Jharkhand government has requisitioned 68 companies of paramilitary forces from the Union government to prepare for a ‘decisive battle’ against left-wing extremists, Naxalites. Speaking to media persons in Ranchi on December 22, State Home Secretary Sushma Singh said the Home Department has also sought a go-ahead from the Personnel Department to start the appointment process of 15,000 constables.
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December - 22 
An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) set-off by unidentified terrorists under the microwave tower in Wagoora village, Baramulla district, caused extensive damage. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported in this incident.
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An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) set-off by unidentified terrorists under the microwave tower in Wagoora village, Baramulla district, caused extensive damage. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported in this incident.
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December - 22 
Five Assam police officers submitted their explanations to the Assam Human Rights Commission (AHRC) in the October 30-Guwahati-encounter human rights violations-case. Two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists had been killed in that encou
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Five Assam police officers submitted their explanations to the Assam Human Rights Commission (AHRC) in the October 30-Guwahati-encounter human rights violations-case. Two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists had been killed in that encounter by the city police. Media reports indicated that the officers in shifted the responsibility on the then district police chief, Paresh Neog. The latter, however, has sought more time to file his reply. The one-man probe panel headed by Inspector General of Police (IGP) Dilip Bora reportedly accused six police officers of human rights violations. These include the then district police chief Paresh Neog, district Assistant police chief Rana Bhuyan, and another officer of the same rank Parth Sarathi Mahanta, district Deputy police chief (Dispur division) Hiren Nath, Dispur Circle Officer Nilachal Bharali and Hatigaon police outpost in-charge P.K. Bora.
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December - 22 
In another incident, unidentified terrorists shot at and injured a civilian at his residence in Hari village, Surankote. The terrorists escaped after the firing.
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In another incident, unidentified terrorists shot at and injured a civilian at his residence in Hari village, Surankote. The terrorists escaped after the firing.
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December - 22 
Jharkhand Chief Minister Babulal Marandi said the Naxalites would not be allowed to make the dense Saranda forest their haven. Speaking to media persons in Ranchi, he said, "Insurgency (Naxalism) will not be tolerated in the State at any cost and a j
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Jharkhand Chief Minister Babulal Marandi said the Naxalites would not be allowed to make the dense Saranda forest their haven. Speaking to media persons in Ranchi, he said, "Insurgency (Naxalism) will not be tolerated in the State at any cost and a joint counter-insurgency action will soon be launched with [the] active co-operation of the neighbouring States of Orissa and Chhattisgarh.'' Assistance from the Union government would be sought for counter-insurgency operations in the State, he added.
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December - 22 
Media reports quoting unnamed official sources said the March 12,1993-Mumbai bomb blasts were organized by Mafia don Dawood Ibrahim under pressure from the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency. Reports claimed D
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Media reports quoting unnamed official sources said the March 12,1993-Mumbai bomb blasts were organized by Mafia don Dawood Ibrahim under pressure from the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency. Reports claimed Dawood was contacted through Pakistani smugglers and was asked to ship weapons and explosives to India, in return for the use of Pakistani waters for his smuggling operations. Reportedly, the ISI controlled the shipping routes from the Gulf to India's West Coast. Also, the report said that the ISI has been making full use Dawoods smuggling routes and infrastructure through the borders with India and other neighbors. Further, reports said the ISI also uses Dawood’s hawala (illegal money transaction) channels for financing its illegal activities in India. Dawood is based in Karachi, where he was granted asylum after the 1993- Mumbai bomb blasts.
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December - 22 
Official sources said SFs commenced a search operation in Deeda village, Gool area of Udhampur district, after securing information about terrorist movement. In the ensuing encounter, while two terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) group were kil
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Official sources said SFs commenced a search operation in Deeda village, Gool area of Udhampur district, after securing information about terrorist movement. In the ensuing encounter, while two terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) group were killed, two others of the group managed to escape. Among the slain terrorists was Mohammed Yaseen Malik alias Shamas-ud-Din, an HM ‘area commander’. Recoveries made from the encounter-site included an AK-56 rifle with three magazines and 60 rounds of ammunition, a .303 rifle with a magazine and 25 rounds and two grenades.
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December - 22 
Police arrested three United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists from Kaimari village, Golakganj police station-limits, in Assam's Dhubri district, on December 22. The arrested terrorists have been identified as Dhiren Deka alias Ritu Deka, Jy
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Police arrested three United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists from Kaimari village, Golakganj police station-limits, in Assam's Dhubri district, on December 22. The arrested terrorists have been identified as Dhiren Deka alias Ritu Deka, Jyotish Nath alias Dipak Chetia and Rejjak Ahmed alias Azaan Ahmed. Police also recovered two Chinese pistols, 28 cartridges, four magazines, a few cassettes and an amount of Rs five lakhs in cash from their possession.
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December - 22 
Police, meanwhile, released 12 persons who were taken into custody following the abduction. The Naxals had demanded the release of 12 persons, closing the police outpost in Takkallapadu village and halting combing operations and fake encounters.
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Police, meanwhile, released 12 persons who were taken into custody following the abduction. The Naxals had demanded the release of 12 persons, closing the police outpost in Takkallapadu village and halting combing operations and fake encounters.
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December - 22 
Sajjad Afghani, a front ranking terrorist of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) was killed during an encounter in Palassu Nullah, Morli village of Arnas. Afghani was operating in Arnas for the last two and a half years and was wanted in a series of subve
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Sajjad Afghani, a front ranking terrorist of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) was killed during an encounter in Palassu Nullah, Morli village of Arnas. Afghani was operating in Arnas for the last two and a half years and was wanted in a series of subversive activities including a massacre of the minorities. An AK-56 rifle, five magazines, five grenades and a telephone were recovered from him.
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December - 22 
Security forces (SFs) raided a terrorist hideout in Milan village, Surankote, and killed five foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT). Recoveries made from the hideout included five AK rifles, 11 magazines, 334 rounds of ammunition, two wire
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Security forces (SFs) raided a terrorist hideout in Milan village, Surankote, and killed five foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT). Recoveries made from the hideout included five AK rifles, 11 magazines, 334 rounds of ammunition, two wireless sets, 14 hand grenades, 30 detonators and a compass.
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December - 22 
The Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), the external intelligence agency of Pakistan, is keen to revive the Khalistan terrorist movement in Punjab, a media report claimed on December 23, quoting unnamed Union Home Ministry sources. These sources wer
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The Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), the external intelligence agency of Pakistan, is keen to revive the Khalistan terrorist movement in Punjab, a media report claimed on December 23, quoting unnamed Union Home Ministry sources. These sources were quoted as saying that senior Pakistani officials and President Pervez Musharraf reportedly met some pro-Khalistan leaders, while they were in that country to attend the birth anniversary celebrations of Guru Nanak. Important overseas Khalistani leaders whom Musharraf reportedly met included G S Aulakh of the Khalistan Council, US-based Nankana Sahib Foundation president G S Dhillon, M S Bajaj of World Muslim-Sikh Forum and A S Toor of the International Sikh Youth Federation. ISI officials are believed to have asked Dhillon to revive the Khalistan movement and also advised the Khalistani leaders to regularly interact with other insurgent groups in India operating from abroad and chalk out a common strategy.The report further said the ISI was mostly targeting expatriate Sikhs. Pakistan Punjab Governor Khalid Maqbool had reportedly assured them of all possible help. The media report also said that poor Muslim youths from Sindh were being trained in Sikh tenets at the cantonment at Nowshera in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK). The ISI, in collaboration with Babar Khalsa International, had reportedly trained 25 Muslim youth in handling arms, ammunition and explosives. Official sources were also quoted as saying that training camps for Sikhs were established in an unnamed Gulf country and a Far Eastern country. They also claimed that the ISI proposes to reactivate the Khalistan Zindabad Force.
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December - 22 
The killing has created resentment among police officials in Jharkhand. Speaking to media persons, the Jharkhand Police Association’s vice-president said, "The government is doing nothing except giving us assurances and promising modernization of the
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The killing has created resentment among police officials in Jharkhand. Speaking to media persons, the Jharkhand Police Association’s vice-president said, "The government is doing nothing except giving us assurances and promising modernization of the force. You can imagine the conditions policemen work under, from the fact that the wireless set was not working where the incident took place…If this continues, we will be forced to submit our arms to the police headquarters to protest the indifferent attitude of the State government".
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December - 22 
Three infant brothers were killed and their father injured by a group of 10 heavily armed terrorists in Surankote, on December 22. According to official sources, the terrorists fired rockets and resorted to indiscriminate firing in with automatic wea
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Three infant brothers were killed and their father injured by a group of 10 heavily armed terrorists in Surankote, on December 22. According to official sources, the terrorists fired rockets and resorted to indiscriminate firing in with automatic weapons. While a rocket fell inside the Special Operations Group (SOG) headquarters in the town, another exploded at the LG ground used for landing of helicopters. Even as the attention of the SOG and Surankote police was diverted towards the group firing the rockets, two more terrorists forced their entry into the residence of a civilian near the sub district hospital and commenced indiscriminate firing on the inmates. The firing left three children dead and two others––the civilian and a woman, injured official sources added. Presuming all the inmates were dead, the terrorists escaped from the incident-site. No casualties were reported in the rocket attacks and firing on the town, sources said, adding that the Personal Security Officer (PSO) of a Congress (I) leader sustained minor injuries. A total of seven houses were damaged in the rocket attacks and firing.
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December - 23 
A Tripura State Rifles (TSR) personnel was killed during an encounter with unidentified terrorists, on December 23. According to police sources, the incident occurred when a TSR-search party was ambushed by the terrorists in the Sidhai area of West T
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A Tripura State Rifles (TSR) personnel was killed during an encounter with unidentified terrorists, on December 23. According to police sources, the incident occurred when a TSR-search party was ambushed by the terrorists in the Sidhai area of West Tripura district. The terrorists reportedly managed to escape after killing the TSR personnel, even as security forces retaliated by firing back. A combing operation is on to nab the terrorists.
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December - 23 
According to delayed media reports, live bombs were detected at the Bhopal railway station on December 23-night. Subsequently, intensive checking was conducted in all the important trains passing through Bhopal, reports said. No arrests have been mad
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According to delayed media reports, live bombs were detected at the Bhopal railway station on December 23-night. Subsequently, intensive checking was conducted in all the important trains passing through Bhopal, reports said. No arrests have been made in connection with the detection at the station.
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December - 23 
According to media reports of December 23, West Garo Hills police arrested People’s Liberation Front (PLF) deputy chairman and publicity secretary Sonaram Sangma, in Tura. The arrest reportedly followed the December 14-shootout at a house in Burny Hi
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According to media reports of December 23, West Garo Hills police arrested People’s Liberation Front (PLF) deputy chairman and publicity secretary Sonaram Sangma, in Tura. The arrest reportedly followed the December 14-shootout at a house in Burny Hills, Tura, where two terrorists were gunned down. Subsequent investigations revealed that the house belonged to Niosril Sangma also known as Sonaram Sangma among his cadres. Following this information, police held Sangma at a place in Tura hills.
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December - 23 
According to media reports, Director General of Military Intelligence (DGMI) Lt Gen O S Lochab appeared on, December 23, before the Chief Metropolitan Magistrate in New Delhi, and submitted a report furnished by his office, on December 12, that the d
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According to media reports, Director General of Military Intelligence (DGMI) Lt Gen O S Lochab appeared on, December 23, before the Chief Metropolitan Magistrate in New Delhi, and submitted a report furnished by his office, on December 12, that the documents recovered from Geelani did not contain any classified information. Iftikar Geelani is the Kashmir Times’ Delhi bureau chief and son-in-law of All Parties Huriyat Conference (APHC) leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani, and was arrested on June 9, 2002 under the Official Secrets Act for allegedly possessing documents compromising India’s national security.
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December - 23 
According to media reports, four cadres––Mohamad Safi, Asic, Abbas and Abhudhagir––of the outlawed Al-Umma, an Islamist extremist organization, have been awarded the death penalty by a Sessions Court Coimbatore, on December 23. They are the accused i
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According to media reports, four cadres––Mohamad Safi, Asic, Abbas and Abhudhagir––of the outlawed Al-Umma, an Islamist extremist organization, have been awarded the death penalty by a Sessions Court Coimbatore, on December 23. They are the accused in the 1997-murder of police constable Selvaraj. "The accused were aware of the consequences and the consequences were their intentions'', the Judge said, noting "it was the gravest of grave and rarest of rare offences", while awarding the death penalty. The judge also sentenced three more accused in the case––, Siddiq Ali, Aslam alias Tada Aslam and Samsudeen––to rigorous imprisonment for a year for unlawful assembly and life term for murder. The eighth accused, Md.Ansari, was sentenced to life imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 25,000. Selvaraj was stabbed to death at Ukkadam, Coimbatore, on November 29, 1997. This led to the subsequent communal clashes and finally the February 14, 1998-serial bomb blasts, in which 59 persons were killed and 249 more wounded, besides damaging property worth Rs 17 crores.
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December - 23 
According to media reports, Meghalaya state police claimed they killed a hardcore Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) terrorist, at Qualapatty, on December 23. Details are awaited.
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According to media reports, Meghalaya state police claimed they killed a hardcore Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) terrorist, at Qualapatty, on December 23. Details are awaited.
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December - 23 
According to media reports, Nagaland Chief Minister SC Jamir reiterated that the Naga issue is not a factional concern and demanded that, in the ongoing peace process initiated by the Union government, all communities and a cross section of the socie
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According to media reports, Nagaland Chief Minister SC Jamir reiterated that the Naga issue is not a factional concern and demanded that, in the ongoing peace process initiated by the Union government, all communities and a cross section of the society should be involved. In an interview on December 23, Jamir added it was he who had removed all legal obstacles to enable the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isac-Muivah (NSCN-IM) leadership to enter Nagaland. While answering a question whether he would allow NSCN-IM to take part in the upcoming Legislative Assembly elections, the Chief minister said any group or groups of people, ‘underground or overground’, can participate in them.
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December - 23 
According to official sources, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel killed three front ranking ‘commanders’ of the Al Badr Mujahideen in Tral area, south Kashmir, on December 23. Based on specific information, BSF personnel launched a cordon-and-sea
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According to official sources, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel killed three front ranking ‘commanders’ of the Al Badr Mujahideen in Tral area, south Kashmir, on December 23. Based on specific information, BSF personnel launched a cordon-and-search operation in the upper Tral jungle area of Kamla. In the ensuing encounter, three Al Badr ‘commanders’ were killed. According to a BSF spokesperson, among the slain terrorists was Shoaib, ‘divisional commander’ for central Kashmir, Fakhrul Islam, ‘chief of operations’ in central Kashmir and Javed Ahmed Bhat, outfit’s ‘deputy divisional commander’ in central Kashmir. A large quantity of arms and ammunition, including one Pika gun, two AK-56 rifles, two pistols, two UBGL throwers, seven RPGs and seven wireless sets were recovered from the hideout.
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December - 23 
All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) president Prabin Boro, on December 23, volunteered to broker peace with the proscribed United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA). While speaking in Nalbari he said, "If the government or even ULFA want(s) me to mediate I
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All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) president Prabin Boro, on December 23, volunteered to broker peace with the proscribed United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA). While speaking in Nalbari he said, "If the government or even ULFA want(s) me to mediate I will agree in the interest of Assam.’’
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December - 23 
In a important development in the State, Director General of Police (DGP) L Sailo said, on December 23, if abductions and kidnappings and overall atrocities continue unabated in Garo Hills, police would be compelled to resort to the ‘Punjab way’ of c
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In a important development in the State, Director General of Police (DGP) L Sailo said, on December 23, if abductions and kidnappings and overall atrocities continue unabated in Garo Hills, police would be compelled to resort to the ‘Punjab way’ of containing militancy (sic). This strong reaction reportedly came when a doctor’s, P N. Bezbaruah, abduction entered its fourth day. Despite a massive operation having been launched to trace him, the State Police have not yet been able to achieve any breakthrough.
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December - 23 
In a separate incident, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel unearthed an illicit gun-making factory at Radhanagar in the same district, on the same day. Two suspects were arrested in this connection. Police also recovered improvised guns and gun-ma
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In a separate incident, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel unearthed an illicit gun-making factory at Radhanagar in the same district, on the same day. Two suspects were arrested in this connection. Police also recovered improvised guns and gun-making materials from the spot.
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December - 23 
In another grenade attack reported from Rajouri town on December 23 two women were injured. The target of the grenade attack was reportedly a crowded market in Ward No. 9 of the town. This was the second grenade attack in the town in a week and the t
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In another grenade attack reported from Rajouri town on December 23 two women were injured. The target of the grenade attack was reportedly a crowded market in Ward No. 9 of the town. This was the second grenade attack in the town in a week and the third during the last one and a half months.
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December - 23 
In another incident, nine Naxalites were arrested from various places under Narayanpur police station limits, Bastar district.
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In another incident, nine Naxalites were arrested from various places under Narayanpur police station limits, Bastar district.
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December - 23 
In another incident, police arrested another front ranking terrorist belonging to the LeT, who was reportedly instrumental in the November 24-suicide attack at the Raghunath temple in which 13 persons were killed and 45 more injured. The arrested ter
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In another incident, police arrested another front ranking terrorist belonging to the LeT, who was reportedly instrumental in the November 24-suicide attack at the Raghunath temple in which 13 persons were killed and 45 more injured. The arrested terrorist, whose interrogation is continuing, was allegedly aware of a hideout used by the two fidayeens (suicide terrorists) before striking at the Raghunath and Shivalaya temples.
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December - 23 
In the capital city of Srinagar, unidentified terrorists lobbed a hand grenade at a BSF vehicle at Bohri Kadal. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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In the capital city of Srinagar, unidentified terrorists lobbed a hand grenade at a BSF vehicle at Bohri Kadal. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported.
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December - 23 
Jharkhand police arrested 10 suspected left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) in Manoharpur police station limits, West Singhbhum district, on December 23. Police sources said they were detained for interrogation.
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Jharkhand police arrested 10 suspected left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) in Manoharpur police station limits, West Singhbhum district, on December 23. Police sources said they were detained for interrogation.
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December - 23 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blew up the office-cum-residence of the range officer of the forest department at Mahuatand, Latehar district, on December 23. According to the Latehar district police chief, the Naxalite
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blew up the office-cum-residence of the range officer of the forest department at Mahuatand, Latehar district, on December 23. According to the Latehar district police chief, the Naxalites surrounded the building and blew it up with dynamite.
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December - 23 
Media reports of December 23 said suspected Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) terrorists attacked the Delai outpost, Bokajan police station-limits, in Assam's Karbi Anglong district, on an unspecified date. No police personnel were injured in the attack, even
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Media reports of December 23 said suspected Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) terrorists attacked the Delai outpost, Bokajan police station-limits, in Assam's Karbi Anglong district, on an unspecified date. No police personnel were injured in the attack, even though the outpost was damaged extensively. Nonetheless, three terrorists of the attacking group were reportedly injured in the retaliatory firing. Their whereabouts yet remain unknown. Police also recovered a magazine of AK-47 rifle, a Pakistan made sealed magazine of AK-47 make with 36 rounds of ammunition, 39 rounds of empty cases, a Self-Loading Rifle (SLR) bullet and 20 rounds of live cartridge from the incident-site.
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December - 23 
Media reports quoting unnamed official sources said, on December 23, Pakistan played an important role in securing Anees Ibrahim’s release and ensuring his subsequent travel to Pakistan. According to a classified document received by the Ministry of
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Media reports quoting unnamed official sources said, on December 23, Pakistan played an important role in securing Anees Ibrahim’s release and ensuring his subsequent travel to Pakistan. According to a classified document received by the Ministry of External Aaffairs through diplomatic channels, Pakistani missions in Abu Dhabi and Dubai strongly pleaded for the release of Anees Ibrahim. Reportedly, he is a strategic asset to the operations in the region of the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency. Besides, re[rots said, the ISI’s interest also stemmed from the fact that he is the younger brother of Dawood Ibrahim, who is an important source of funds for the ISI’s various operations. Further, Anees Ibrahim is in charge of the financial operations of Dawood Ibrahim, sources said. Anees Ibrahim is the main accused in the March 12,1993-Mumbai serial blasts-case. He was arrested on December 3, 2002n by Dubai police and was released by a Dubai Court on December 13.
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December - 23 
On December 23, panchayat president Anju Khasia of Dilkhoosh in Assam, who had been abducted earlier by Kuki National Front (KNF) terrorists 10 days ago, escaped with the help of a sympathetic KNF cadre from its hideout in Jiribam, Manipur, reports s
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On December 23, panchayat president Anju Khasia of Dilkhoosh in Assam, who had been abducted earlier by Kuki National Front (KNF) terrorists 10 days ago, escaped with the help of a sympathetic KNF cadre from its hideout in Jiribam, Manipur, reports said. Quoting Khasia media reports added that the KNF terrorists had planned to kill him as he had resisted the repeated incursions by Hmar villagers into bamboo groves owned by the Khasi community of Lakhipur subdivision.
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December - 23 
Police arrested two women Naxalites belonging to the Mahadevpur area women’s dalam (squad) of the PWG in Warangal district, on December 23.
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Police arrested two women Naxalites belonging to the Mahadevpur area women’s dalam (squad) of the PWG in Warangal district, on December 23.
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December - 23 
Police in Jammu, meanwhile, foiled an Al Badr plot to carry out a fidayeen (suicide) attack on the Civil Secretariat, the seat of the State government, by arresting a hardcore Pakistani terrorist and his female associate from a hotel at General Bus S
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Police in Jammu, meanwhile, foiled an Al Badr plot to carry out a fidayeen (suicide) attack on the Civil Secretariat, the seat of the State government, by arresting a hardcore Pakistani terrorist and his female associate from a hotel at General Bus Stand.
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December - 23 
Reports from Udhampur district indicated that security forces have arrested an unidentified terrorist in Gool area. Recoveries made from him included an UBGL, eight grenades, seven hand grenades, five AK magazines, 107 rounds of ammunition, three det
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Reports from Udhampur district indicated that security forces have arrested an unidentified terrorist in Gool area. Recoveries made from him included an UBGL, eight grenades, seven hand grenades, five AK magazines, 107 rounds of ammunition, three detonators and a radio set.
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December - 23 
Security forces (SFs) killed a local terrorist of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) during an encounter at Aloora, Zainapora area, Shopian-Kulgam belt.
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Security forces (SFs) killed a local terrorist of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) during an encounter at Aloora, Zainapora area, Shopian-Kulgam belt.
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December - 23 
The chief of the Ranvir Sena, private army of landowners in Bihar, Bhuar Thakur was arrested along with his two associates near Kanrol bridge, in Charpokhri, Bhojpur district, on December 23.
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The chief of the Ranvir Sena, private army of landowners in Bihar, Bhuar Thakur was arrested along with his two associates near Kanrol bridge, in Charpokhri, Bhojpur district, on December 23.
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December - 23 
The interrogation of a Pakistani terrorist of the Al Badr outfit, was arrested on December 23 along with his female associate from a hotel at Jammu General Bus Stand, led to the arrest of a Deputy Superintendent of Police’s brother and Personal Secur
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The interrogation of a Pakistani terrorist of the Al Badr outfit, was arrested on December 23 along with his female associate from a hotel at Jammu General Bus Stand, led to the arrest of a Deputy Superintendent of Police’s brother and Personal Security Officer (PSO) of Nazir Mir, a National Conference (NC) Legislator, besides of six other persons, including two teenaged girls, who were reportedly involved in the recent spate of grenade explosions in Rajouri town. Besides halting grenade explosions in Rajouri, the arrest of the terrorist, Azhar Hussain alias Abu Danish and his female associate Gulzar Bibi, has also helped the police in working out a series of other subversive activities across the border district of Rajouri. Official sources said, in addition to the Civil Secretariat in Jammu, the Police Control Room (PCR), which houses the offices of senior police officials, was also a target of the Al Badr.
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December - 23 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) has reportedly informed on December 23 that the outfit was willing for to negotiate and would begin a ‘political dialogue’ with the Union government soon. Showing optimism over the upcoming
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) has reportedly informed on December 23 that the outfit was willing for to negotiate and would begin a ‘political dialogue’ with the Union government soon. Showing optimism over the upcoming Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee––NSCN––Issak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) talks scheduled to be held in New Delhi, NSCN-K deputy minister for information K.Mulatonu reportedly said talks with his outfit would start after March 2003. However, he declined to disclose whether the dialogue would be at the political or bureaucratic level.
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December - 23 
The PSO is reportedly a hit-man of the Al Badr group and was operating with ‘divisional commander’ Zubair Gul. He has reportedly, thus far, admitted to his involvement in two explosions in Rajouri, including the December 23-grenade attack at Ward No.
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The PSO is reportedly a hit-man of the Al Badr group and was operating with ‘divisional commander’ Zubair Gul. He has reportedly, thus far, admitted to his involvement in two explosions in Rajouri, including the December 23-grenade attack at Ward No. 9 in which two women were injured, and the November 4-incident in which NC legislator Nazir Mir’s grand daughter was killed and over 12 persons injured. ‘Divisional commander’ Zubair Gul is alleged to be involved in the killing of three young girls at village Hasiot, Thanna Mandi, on December 20. The arrested terrorists have also reportedly disclosed that Al Badr has now become the third major terrorist outfit after Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), especially in the Rajouri and Jammu districts.
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December - 24 
A group of unidentified terrorists killed two Village Defence Committee (VDC) members at Bela Khwas village, Budhal area of Rajouri district. A woman was also injured in this incident. The terrorists managed to escape after the killing. Later, the te
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A group of unidentified terrorists killed two Village Defence Committee (VDC) members at Bela Khwas village, Budhal area of Rajouri district. A woman was also injured in this incident. The terrorists managed to escape after the killing. Later, the terrorists attacked another residence in the same village and injured a woman. Presuming her dead, the terrorists escaped from the incident-site.
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December - 24 
According to a media report of December 24, three United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in separate encounters in Assam's Darrang and Kokrajhar districts. However, the report did not specify date of the incidents. The report
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According to a media report of December 24, three United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in separate encounters in Assam's Darrang and Kokrajhar districts. However, the report did not specify date of the incidents. The report said, in the first incident a group of three ULFA terrorists opened fire at a security force patrol party at Bagicha Chuba, Kalaigaon in Darrang. Troops retaliated, killing a of terrorist. The slain terrorist was later identified as Jogen Deun alias Dipu Saikia. However, two more terrorists managed to escape. Two more ULFA terrorists were killed in a separate encounter near Nakati forest, Kokrajhar district. A .32 revolver, a .9 mm pistol and some ammunition were seized from this incident-site.
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December - 24 
According to media reports, the Bihar-Jharkhand-Bengal Special Area Committee of left-wing extremist—Naxalite group––Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), while owning responsibility for December 20-Saranda forest ambush, threatened to carry out similar 'op
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According to media reports, the Bihar-Jharkhand-Bengal Special Area Committee of left-wing extremist—Naxalite group––Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), while owning responsibility for December 20-Saranda forest ambush, threatened to carry out similar 'operations' in the future if security agencies did not stop torturing innocent farmers and labourers on the pretext of curbing extremism. In a release issued in Gaya, Bihar, on December 23, the MCC also called upon constables of central forces and Jharkhand police to ignore the directives or orders of their officers in conducting raids in the villages of the poor or face action from the outfit. The release claimed the December 13-ambush, in which 13 police personnel were killed, was carried out only to avenge the killing of one of its leaders, Ishwar, who was killed in an encounter on November 27, 2001.
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December - 24 
According to media reports, the two terrorists killed by Manipur police in an earlier encounter at Khwairamband Bazar, on December 24, have been identified as Kshetrimayum Gose and Ahanthem Sachikanta. Both of them belonged to the proscribed People’s
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According to media reports, the two terrorists killed by Manipur police in an earlier encounter at Khwairamband Bazar, on December 24, have been identified as Kshetrimayum Gose and Ahanthem Sachikanta. Both of them belonged to the proscribed People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), reports added.
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December - 24 
Another woman was killed by two unidentified terrorists, who forced their entry into her residence at Kalaban village, Mahore area of Udhampur district. The terrorists are reported to have left behind a note describing her as an informer of the secur
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Another woman was killed by two unidentified terrorists, who forced their entry into her residence at Kalaban village, Mahore area of Udhampur district. The terrorists are reported to have left behind a note describing her as an informer of the security forces (SFs). The same group of terrorists later killed a civilian in his residence in the same area. He too was described as an informer.
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December - 24 
At Jalsheri in the Baramulla district, terrorists lobbed a hand grenade at a security forces patrol. However, it missed the intended target and failed to cause any damage.
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At Jalsheri in the Baramulla district, terrorists lobbed a hand grenade at a security forces patrol. However, it missed the intended target and failed to cause any damage.
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December - 24 
Further, 16 persons were injured in yet another explosion—the third during the last nine days—in the Rajouri town. According to official sources, an explosive device, planted beneath a cabin in a restaurant in Ward No. 10, went off causing injuries t
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Further, 16 persons were injured in yet another explosion—the third during the last nine days—in the Rajouri town. According to official sources, an explosive device, planted beneath a cabin in a restaurant in Ward No. 10, went off causing injuries to 16 persons.
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December - 24 
In another incident, a Naxalite couple surrendered before the Chittor district police chief on December 24. The couple, K Raja Sekhar Raju alias Sanjeev, a district committee member of the PWG, and his wife Gopalakrishnamma, carried a reward of Rs 1
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In another incident, a Naxalite couple surrendered before the Chittor district police chief on December 24. The couple, K Raja Sekhar Raju alias Sanjeev, a district committee member of the PWG, and his wife Gopalakrishnamma, carried a reward of Rs 1 lakh and Rs 50,000 respectively over their heads. Another PWG Naxalite surrendered before the Nizamabad district police chief on the same day.
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December - 24 
In yet another encounter that ensued after a cordon-and-search operation in Boothu forests, Bandipore in north Kashmir, two terrorists of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) were killed. An AK-56 rifle, a pistol, two hand grenades and two UBGL grenades we
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In yet another encounter that ensued after a cordon-and-search operation in Boothu forests, Bandipore in north Kashmir, two terrorists of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) were killed. An AK-56 rifle, a pistol, two hand grenades and two UBGL grenades were recovered from the encounter-site.
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December - 24 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blasted the engines of a goods train at Pandurangapuram railway station, Khammam district, on December 24.
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blasted the engines of a goods train at Pandurangapuram railway station, Khammam district, on December 24.
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December - 24 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blasted the engines of a goods train at Pandurangapuram railway station, Khammam district, on December 24. Official sources said a group of approximately 20 Naxalites attacked the railw
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blasted the engines of a goods train at Pandurangapuram railway station, Khammam district, on December 24. Official sources said a group of approximately 20 Naxalites attacked the railway station, located in a dense forest area, disconnected its communication system and asked railway staff and other people to evacuate the place as they wanted to blast the station. However, the Naxalites had to withdraw their plans of blasting the station when people resisted their attempt, official sources added. The Naxalites then stopped a goods train with coal wagons heading to Muddanut thermal power station, blasted its first engine and burnt the second engine after dousing it with diesel.
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December - 24 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) looted the State Bank of India’s, Mandadi village branch, in Velduthy mandal (administrative unit), Guntur district, on December 24. They also opened fire in the air before leaving the pr
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) looted the State Bank of India’s, Mandadi village branch, in Velduthy mandal (administrative unit), Guntur district, on December 24. They also opened fire in the air before leaving the premises with Rs. 1.05 lakh.
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December - 24 
Media reports said, on December 24, Churches in the Northeast offered to mediate with any terrorist group operating in the region. While talking to a news agency, Council of Baptist Churches in Northeast India general secretary J.M. Pau said, "If th
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Media reports said, on December 24, Churches in the Northeast offered to mediate with any terrorist group operating in the region. While talking to a news agency, Council of Baptist Churches in Northeast India general secretary J.M. Pau said, "If the church is officially entrusted to play the role of a mediator between the Government and insurgent groups, we shall be happy to accept the responsibility for the greater interest of peace in the region."
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December - 24 
Official sources indicated that, on specific information, SFs raided the residence of a civilian at Karewa-Manlu village, Shopian area of south Kashmir. After an unsuccessful attack on a patrol party, two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists had taken
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Official sources indicated that, on specific information, SFs raided the residence of a civilian at Karewa-Manlu village, Shopian area of south Kashmir. After an unsuccessful attack on a patrol party, two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists had taken shelter in the civilian’s residence. In the ensuing encounter, both the terrorists, including a HM ‘deputy district commander’, were killed.
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December - 24 
On December 24, Mumbai Police Commissioner M N Singh said police arrested three persons allegedly belonging to an unnamed fundamentalist group in connection with the December 2-Ghatkopar bomb blast. Refusing to disclose the outfits name, Singh said
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On December 24, Mumbai Police Commissioner M N Singh said police arrested three persons allegedly belonging to an unnamed fundamentalist group in connection with the December 2-Ghatkopar bomb blast. Refusing to disclose the outfits name, Singh said the same group was responsible for the December 6-explosion at the Mumbai Central railway station and for planting explosives in a bus at Santa Cruz Electronic Export Processing Zone (SEEPZ) bus depot, in Andheri. However, the Police Commissioner has ruled out the involvement of the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), the external intelligence agency of Pakistan, or left-wing extremists––Naxalites––in these incidents.
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December - 24 
Security forces (SFs) killed two Pakistani terrorists in Bari Darhal area of Rajouri district in retaliatory firing when their patrol was attacked. Recoveries made from the possession of the slain terrorists included anAK-47 rifle, an AK-56 rifle, 14
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Security forces (SFs) killed two Pakistani terrorists in Bari Darhal area of Rajouri district in retaliatory firing when their patrol was attacked. Recoveries made from the possession of the slain terrorists included anAK-47 rifle, an AK-56 rifle, 148 AK rounds, a wireless set and five detonators.
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December - 24 
The much-awaited visit of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isac-Muivah’s (NSCN-IM) top leadership has been deferred by ten days. According to earlier reports, both the Naga leaders—Isac Chisi Swu and Th. Muivah were expected to arrive in Ne
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The much-awaited visit of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isac-Muivah’s (NSCN-IM) top leadership has been deferred by ten days. According to earlier reports, both the Naga leaders—Isac Chisi Swu and Th. Muivah were expected to arrive in New Delhi on December 27 and talks with the Union government were to be held on the next day, including a meeting with Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee. Quoting official sources, reports added that the scheduled talks have been postponed till the first week of January 2003, due to some ‘logistical reasons’. However, official sources informed that, among the reasons, the availability of top Indian leaders for the talks and issues related to travel formalities for the Naga leaders are important.
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December - 25 
According to a media report, the Lashkar-e-Jabbar (LeJ) has circulated posters directing Muslims in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) to follow a set of guidelines, just as the Taliban militia had done in Afghanistan. The circulars have reportedly appeared at
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According to a media report, the Lashkar-e-Jabbar (LeJ) has circulated posters directing Muslims in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) to follow a set of guidelines, just as the Taliban militia had done in Afghanistan. The circulars have reportedly appeared at an Under Graduate College in Rajouri town directing women to wear burqas (veil) and men to wear caps and grow beards, keeping with ‘Islamic traditions’. Muslim women have also been asked to desist from going to educational institutions, have a male escort while going out of the house and also sit separately from men in buses, the report added. The outfit has also warned the people against defying their diktat. The LeJ group had earlier too issued directions in this regard but these had failed to evoke any significant response.
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December - 25 
According to media reports of December 25, terrorists have interrupted the Northeast Frontier Railway’s gauge conversion work at Lumding-Silchar traction. Reports said terrorists have intimidated labourers working at the construction-site. Terrorists
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According to media reports of December 25, terrorists have interrupted the Northeast Frontier Railway’s gauge conversion work at Lumding-Silchar traction. Reports said terrorists have intimidated labourers working at the construction-site. Terrorists have also allegedly set ablaze their houses.
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December - 25 
According to media reports, Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Bharat Prasad, abducted by left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), was rescued by Special Task Force (STF) personnel from an MCC hideout in Latehar district,
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According to media reports, Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Bharat Prasad, abducted by left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), was rescued by Special Task Force (STF) personnel from an MCC hideout in Latehar district, on December 25. Prasad was abducted from his native Manika village in the same district.
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December - 25 
According to media reports, Mumbai police detained, on December 26, six persons from Washim district, Maharashtra, for interrogation in connection with the December 2-Ghatkopar bomb blast. However, three have been let-off immediately, while three mor
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According to media reports, Mumbai police detained, on December 26, six persons from Washim district, Maharashtra, for interrogation in connection with the December 2-Ghatkopar bomb blast. However, three have been let-off immediately, while three more––Abdul Mattin, Muzzamil and Zaheer Shaikh–– continue to be detained. Police teams have also been sent to Aurangabad, Parbhani, Hyderabad and other places, sources said.
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December - 25 
In a second attack, again on the same day, terrorists fired mortars in front of Assam Textile Institute, Ambari, in Guwahati. 13 persons, including Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) former Member of Parliament (MP) Prabin Sarma waiting for traffic to open on
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In a second attack, again on the same day, terrorists fired mortars in front of Assam Textile Institute, Ambari, in Guwahati. 13 persons, including Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) former Member of Parliament (MP) Prabin Sarma waiting for traffic to open on the busy road, sustained injuries in this attack.
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December - 25 
In an interview in New Delhi, on December 25, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)––India’s premier investigation agency––Director P C Sharma, said the CBI had so far received no official communication from United Arab Emirates (UAE) authorities
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In an interview in New Delhi, on December 25, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)––India’s premier investigation agency––Director P C Sharma, said the CBI had so far received no official communication from United Arab Emirates (UAE) authorities on Anees Ibrahim's deportation to Pakistan. He said, hence it is presumed that he was still in their custody. As reported earlier, the CBI has already sent its extradition request to the Foreign Ministry of UAE, stating the role of Anees Ibrahim as a key conspirator in the March 12, 1993-Mumbai serial blasts. Anees Ibrahim was arrested by Dubai police in December 3, 2002 and released by a Dubai Court on December 13, and is believed to have deported to Pakistan later.
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December - 25 
In another incident, terrorists killed two persons, including a woman, in Doda district on the same day. In a separate incident, a woman was shot at and injured by terrorists at Bella village in Rajouri district.
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In another incident, terrorists killed two persons, including a woman, in Doda district on the same day. In a separate incident, a woman was shot at and injured by terrorists at Bella village in Rajouri district.
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December - 25 
Inspector General of Police (IGP), Special Branch, Khagen Sarma reportedly said the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) could be involved in the attack at the Textile Institute. However, no further information was available when reports last came
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Inspector General of Police (IGP), Special Branch, Khagen Sarma reportedly said the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) could be involved in the attack at the Textile Institute. However, no further information was available when reports last came in.
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December - 25 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blasted the house of a ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) local-level leader and Mulugu Agricultural Marketing Committee chairman, in Turimpeta village of Eturuagaram mandal (administrative
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blasted the house of a ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) local-level leader and Mulugu Agricultural Marketing Committee chairman, in Turimpeta village of Eturuagaram mandal (administrative unit), Warangal district, on December 25. According to police sources, approximately 30-armed Naxalites stormed the house and blasted it after asking the inmates to vacate. The leader was away at the time of the attack.
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December - 25 
On December 24, two youth, suspected to be members of an unidentified terrorist outfit of Manipur, were killed in an encounter with the State police commandos at Khwairamband Bazar, in Imphal. Quoting police sources, media reports added that both the
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On December 24, two youth, suspected to be members of an unidentified terrorist outfit of Manipur, were killed in an encounter with the State police commandos at Khwairamband Bazar, in Imphal. Quoting police sources, media reports added that both the deceased had come to the marketing center for extortion from shops in the area. Police recovered some arms and ammunition from them, reports added.
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December - 25 
On December 25, Manipur police reportedly killed two suspected National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isac-Muivah (NSCN-IM) terrorists in an encounter near Usha Cinema at Paona, in Imphal. Reports said a foreign made revolver, two live rounds of ammu
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On December 25, Manipur police reportedly killed two suspected National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isac-Muivah (NSCN-IM) terrorists in an encounter near Usha Cinema at Paona, in Imphal. Reports said a foreign made revolver, two live rounds of ammunition and demand letters bearing the name of the NSCN-IM were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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December - 25 
Seven persons, including three children, were killed by a breakaway group of left-wing extremist—Naxalites—People’s War Group (PWG) at Baraichak, rural Patna, on December 25. Speaking to media persons in Patna, State police chief RR Prasad said the S
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Seven persons, including three children, were killed by a breakaway group of left-wing extremist—Naxalites—People’s War Group (PWG) at Baraichak, rural Patna, on December 25. Speaking to media persons in Patna, State police chief RR Prasad said the Sunil Kranti group of the PWG attacked the village and killed seven persons, including a 15-month old baby, to settle some old enmity. The Naxalites managed to escape before police could reach the spot. Senior police officials are camping in the village and a search operation is on.
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December - 25 
Two persons, including a five-year-old child who had received injuries in a mortar attack in Guwahati died later at a local hospital, on December 25. According to police sources, unidentified terrorists fired mortars earlier on the same day at the Ka
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Two persons, including a five-year-old child who had received injuries in a mortar attack in Guwahati died later at a local hospital, on December 25. According to police sources, unidentified terrorists fired mortars earlier on the same day at the Kalibari railway colony in Guwahati. Three more sustained injuries in this attack.
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December - 25 
Unidentified terrorists in Gopalpora, on the outskirts of Srinagar, killed a government teacher and his two sons on December 25. The terrorists managed to escape after the killings. No terrorist group has claimed responsibility for the killings thus
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Unidentified terrorists in Gopalpora, on the outskirts of Srinagar, killed a government teacher and his two sons on December 25. The terrorists managed to escape after the killings. No terrorist group has claimed responsibility for the killings thus far.
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December - 25 
Unidentified terrorists killed a police personnel at Dharam village, Doda district. Separately, security forces in Chapnari, near Banihal on the Srinagar-Jammu national highway, defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) weighing 20 kilograms and c
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Unidentified terrorists killed a police personnel at Dharam village, Doda district. Separately, security forces in Chapnari, near Banihal on the Srinagar-Jammu national highway, defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) weighing 20 kilograms and connected to a remote control.
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December - 25 
Union Minister in-charge of the Department for Development of the North Eastern Region (DONER) Arun Shourie said the diplomatic mission to convince Bhutan and Bangladesh to flush out Northeast-based terrorists from their territories is in progress. W
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Union Minister in-charge of the Department for Development of the North Eastern Region (DONER) Arun Shourie said the diplomatic mission to convince Bhutan and Bangladesh to flush out Northeast-based terrorists from their territories is in progress. While talking to press persons on December 25, in Guwahati, he said, "Diplomatic initiatives are on at the appropriate level and the results will be known soon". Many Northeast-based terrorist outfits, including the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) and both the factions of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland, Khaplang (NSCN-K) and Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) are allegedly maintaining training camps in these countries.
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December - 26 
A media report of December 26 said illegal Bangladeshi migrants have started settling in the Mukong Selek Jonai tribal belt in Assam's Dhemaji district. The report also claimed that there are already approximately 5,000 such settlers. According to
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A media report of December 26 said illegal Bangladeshi migrants have started settling in the Mukong Selek Jonai tribal belt in Assam's Dhemaji district. The report also claimed that there are already approximately 5,000 such settlers. According to the Mukong Selek Jonai Tribal Belt Protection Action Committee, a local-level non-governmental organisation, Arunachali landowners engage Bangladeshi immigrants as farm labour every year. Once the farming season is over, landowners disown them and these labourers have started settling on the Assam side of the border.
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December - 26 
A report of December 24 said the Sanmilita Janagosthiya Sangram Samity (SJSS), a platform of non-Bodo organisations opposing Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) formation in Assam would ‘boycott’ the official Republic Day programme on January 26, 2003
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A report of December 24 said the Sanmilita Janagosthiya Sangram Samity (SJSS), a platform of non-Bodo organisations opposing Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) formation in Assam would ‘boycott’ the official Republic Day programme on January 26, 2003.
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December - 26 
According to media reports, four people––Abdul Mattin, Sayyed Khwaja, Mushammil Ahmed and Jahir Shaikh––detained in connection with the December 2-bomb blast in a bus near Ghatkopar, were arrested on December 26 and remanded to police custody till Ja
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According to media reports, four people––Abdul Mattin, Sayyed Khwaja, Mushammil Ahmed and Jahir Shaikh––detained in connection with the December 2-bomb blast in a bus near Ghatkopar, were arrested on December 26 and remanded to police custody till January 3. Seven more people, who were brought from Washim district in Vidarbha, have been detained, police said. As reported earlier, police teams have been sent to Aurangabad, Parbhani and Hyderabad as part of investigations into the incident. Police are yet to identify those who had actually palnted the explosives in the blasts reported on December 2 and another on December 6.
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December - 26 
According to media reports, Mumbai Joint Police Commissioner (crime) Shridhar Wagal, on December 26, said the crime branch has not arrested anyone in connection with the bomb blast in a Bombay Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) bus in Ghatkopar, on
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According to media reports, Mumbai Joint Police Commissioner (crime) Shridhar Wagal, on December 26, said the crime branch has not arrested anyone in connection with the bomb blast in a Bombay Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) bus in Ghatkopar, on December 2. Only three persons had been detained for interrogation, he said. As reportedly earlier, Mumnbai Police Commissioner M N Singh told media personnel on December 24, that "the crime branch team had arrested three persons in the case’’, reports said.
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December - 26 
Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said, on December 26, the December 25-mortar attack was a desperate attempt of some "outside forces" to disturb peace that has returned to the State. Talking to media persons after visiting the incident sites––Ambari
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Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said, on December 26, the December 25-mortar attack was a desperate attempt of some "outside forces" to disturb peace that has returned to the State. Talking to media persons after visiting the incident sites––Ambari and Kalibari areas in Guwahati––he said the attack purports to creating panic and terror among the public. The Chief Minister also discussed the matter at a high-level security review meeting. Subsequently, he instructed the police to deal strictly with those forces who are trying to disturb peace in the State.
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December - 26 
Five 60mm mortar shells were used by the suspected ULFA terrorists in the two attacks in which two persons were killed and approximately 20 more injured. According to intelligence sources the Bangaldesh Rifles (BDR) uses such mortars. They are larger
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Five 60mm mortar shells were used by the suspected ULFA terrorists in the two attacks in which two persons were killed and approximately 20 more injured. According to intelligence sources the Bangaldesh Rifles (BDR) uses such mortars. They are larger in size than the usual two-inch mortar used by police and the Army in India. The IGP added that security forces had recently recovered 14 live mortar shells––all 60mm in dimension––from the possession of a group of ULFA terrorists. However, he gave no details of the incident.
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December - 26 
In another incident, Naxalites of the PWG blasted a telephone exchange in Madhapur village, Karimnagar district, on December 26. Police sources said a group of Naxalites went to the telephone exchange and blew it up after asking its staff to come out
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In another incident, Naxalites of the PWG blasted a telephone exchange in Madhapur village, Karimnagar district, on December 26. Police sources said a group of Naxalites went to the telephone exchange and blew it up after asking its staff to come out.
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December - 26 
Inspector General (Special Branch) of Police (IGP) Khagen Sarma expressed the apprehension that more mortar attacks could take place. While speaking in Guwahati, he reportedly said the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) might now be equipped with
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Inspector General (Special Branch) of Police (IGP) Khagen Sarma expressed the apprehension that more mortar attacks could take place. While speaking in Guwahati, he reportedly said the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) might now be equipped with a "trained artillery squad". He further said ULFA's involvement in the mortar attacks is "almost certain".
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December - 26 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) raided the house of a landlord and abducted him in Chinthagunta village, near the Andhra Pradesh border in Chhattisgarh, on December 26. According to media reports, armed Naxalites, assis
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) raided the house of a landlord and abducted him in Chinthagunta village, near the Andhra Pradesh border in Chhattisgarh, on December 26. According to media reports, armed Naxalites, assisted by approximately 1000 tribals, also took away paddy bags, Rs. 2,500 in cash, three buffaloes and cooking utensils. The abducted landlord, Namala Veera Venkata Satyanarayana Murthy, a resident of Yedida mandal (administrative unit), East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, migrated to Chhattisgarh five years ago and started farming in over 20 acres of land.
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December - 26 
Media reports of December 26 said three National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists were arrested from a place under Ranir Bazar police station-limits, R.K. Nagar, Agartala, by a combined group of Tripura police and Tripura State Rifles pe
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Media reports of December 26 said three National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists were arrested from a place under Ranir Bazar police station-limits, R.K. Nagar, Agartala, by a combined group of Tripura police and Tripura State Rifles personnel, while they were making an extortion call. The terrorists were allegedly demanding Rs 6 lakhs from Meghliban tea estate manager Hirendra Nath Chakraborty. The arrested terrorists have been identified as Uttam Debbarma, Jacob Debbarma and Satyabrata Debbarma.
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December - 26 
Media reports quoting unnamed police officials said, on December 26, monitoring the Coutrallam hills and the vicinity, in Tirunelveli district, Tamil Nadu, has been intensified following reports that Muslim Defence Force (MDF) extremists have been te
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Media reports quoting unnamed police officials said, on December 26, monitoring the Coutrallam hills and the vicinity, in Tirunelveli district, Tamil Nadu, has been intensified following reports that Muslim Defence Force (MDF) extremists have been terrorists there. Reports said they holding regular meetings in lodges and using the surrounding forests as hideouts. The MDF is an Islamist extremist organisation who existence came to light recently, following the arrest in Chennai and other parts of Tamil Nadu nabbed nine suspected MDF cadres.
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December - 26 
Security force (SF) personnel on December 26 foiled a massive infiltration attempt by a group of Pakistan trained terrorists and killed six of them on the Line of Control (LoC) near Balnoi, Mendhar area of Poonch sector. Two SF personnel, including a
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Security force (SF) personnel on December 26 foiled a massive infiltration attempt by a group of Pakistan trained terrorists and killed six of them on the Line of Control (LoC) near Balnoi, Mendhar area of Poonch sector. Two SF personnel, including a Junior Commissioned Officer, were also killed during the operation. Brigadier V K Patil told media-personnel at the encounter site that Pakistani troops were pushing groups of heavily armed infiltrators to the Indian side of the LoC. He also said some more infiltrators were trapped by SFs and were still engaged in the operation, when last reports came in. Five AK-47 rifles, four grenades, 10 magazines, an unspecified quantity of ammunition, wireless sets, eatables, medicines and some Indian and Pakistani currency were recovered from their possession. The slain foreign mercenaries are suspected to be from the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group as discovered from the recovered documents.
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December - 26 
Speaking to the media in Bangalore, on December 26, Director of Public Prosecution, Maharashrta, Ujjwal D. Nikam, said the special Terrorists and Disruptive Activities (Preventive) Act (TADA) Court is expected to pronounce its judgement in the 1993-M
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Speaking to the media in Bangalore, on December 26, Director of Public Prosecution, Maharashrta, Ujjwal D. Nikam, said the special Terrorists and Disruptive Activities (Preventive) Act (TADA) Court is expected to pronounce its judgement in the 1993-Mumbai serial blasts within two to three months, or even before. He said the Court headed by justice P D Kode examined 122 accused, collected evidence of two approvers and 684 witnesses. 31 others accused in the case––including Mafia don Dawood Ibrahim, his brother Anees Ibrahim, associates Tiger Memon and Abu Salem (now in jail in Portugal)––were absconding and residing outside India, and the special court would forward a report on them on January 6, 2003, he added. On March 12, 1993, 370 persons were killed, over 600 injured and Rs 30 crores-worth property was damaged in the serial blasts that rocked the city.
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December - 26 
State police chief N C Padhi visited the Naxal-affected Rayadada and Koraput districts on December 26. At a meeting with Superintendents of Police of the two districts, he reviewed measures being undertaken to curb Naxal violence.
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State police chief N C Padhi visited the Naxal-affected Rayadada and Koraput districts on December 26. At a meeting with Superintendents of Police of the two districts, he reviewed measures being undertaken to curb Naxal violence.
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December - 26 
Suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists killed two civilians, including a woman, in separate incidents in Tripura, on December 26. According to police sources, the terrorists, in the first incident, attacked a local residen
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Suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists killed two civilians, including a woman, in separate incidents in Tripura, on December 26. According to police sources, the terrorists, in the first incident, attacked a local resident's house in Tulashikhar, West Tripura district, and allegedly demanded a huge ransom from a woman. They abducted her when she refused to comply with their demand and subsequently killed her. Her body has been recovered.
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December - 26 
The Maharashtra Home Ministry said police have detained 11 persons allegedly belonging to a fundamentalist group in connection with the blast that claimed two lives, and added that a suspect in the blast operates from Saudi Arabia.
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The Maharashtra Home Ministry said police have detained 11 persons allegedly belonging to a fundamentalist group in connection with the blast that claimed two lives, and added that a suspect in the blast operates from Saudi Arabia.
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December - 27 
A National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist was killed, on December 27, in the Chirang Reserve Forest, under Runikhata police station-limits, Kokrajhar district, Assam.
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A National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist was killed, on December 27, in the Chirang Reserve Forest, under Runikhata police station-limits, Kokrajhar district, Assam.
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December - 27 
According to media reports of December 28, the proscribed Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup terrorist outfit of Manipur has threatened to execute six persons––including the five captives in their custody–– on December 31, for indulging in corruption in the dep
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According to media reports of December 28, the proscribed Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup terrorist outfit of Manipur has threatened to execute six persons––including the five captives in their custody–– on December 31, for indulging in corruption in the department of school education. The sixth person they threatened to kill is School Education Minister Maniruddin Sheikh, who is not in the custody of the KYKL.
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December - 27 
According to media reports, Assam police reportedly recovered an AK-56 assault rifle and a loaded magazine on December 27, in the Telpani reserve forest, Assam. Quoting Additional Superintendent of Police P K Kar, media reports added that the weapon
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According to media reports, Assam police reportedly recovered an AK-56 assault rifle and a loaded magazine on December 27, in the Telpani reserve forest, Assam. Quoting Additional Superintendent of Police P K Kar, media reports added that the weapon and the ammunition were kept buried inside the forest and it is believed that the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) linked to the concealing of the weapon
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December - 27 
According to official sources, a police personnel was killed by a terrorist at Naaz Cinema crossing in Srinagar, on December 27. The Al-Madeena Regiment has reportedly claimed responsibility for the killing.
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According to official sources, a police personnel was killed by a terrorist at Naaz Cinema crossing in Srinagar, on December 27. The Al-Madeena Regiment has reportedly claimed responsibility for the killing.
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December - 27 
Addressing a press conference after a meeting of the Unified Headquarters of Jammu and Srinagar at Chief Minister Mufti Mohammed Sayeed’s official residence, Advani said the dialogue process meant to achieve peace, tranquility and normalcy in J&K wou
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Addressing a press conference after a meeting of the Unified Headquarters of Jammu and Srinagar at Chief Minister Mufti Mohammed Sayeed’s official residence, Advani said the dialogue process meant to achieve peace, tranquility and normalcy in J&K would subsequently be extended to other sections of the society. Providing details he explained that, after initiating a dialogue process with the State’s elected representatives, the Union government would also hold discussions with those who could not participate in the recent Legislative Assembly elections and those who did not win in the elections. Among others who participated in the Unified Headquarters meeting were Defence Minister George Fernandes, Governor Girish Chandra Saxena and Deputy Chief Minister Mangat Ram Sharma. At the meeting, the Deputy Prime Minister also reportedly suggested a set of proposals to effectively combat terrorist violence and cross-border infiltration.
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December - 27 
All Bodo Students' Union (ABSU) president Rabiram Narzary, on December 27, alleged that the delay in the formation of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) is due to the Assam government's apathy in finalising its boundary. While talking in Dhubri t
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All Bodo Students' Union (ABSU) president Rabiram Narzary, on December 27, alleged that the delay in the formation of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) is due to the Assam government's apathy in finalising its boundary. While talking in Dhubri to media persons after the Union's central executive body meeting, he also said the organization is watching the progress in the talks between the Union government and the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT).
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December - 27 
An SF personnel was killed in an encounter with a group of unidentified terrorists at Hari Buddha village, Surankote area of Poonch district. The terrorists escaped after the killing.
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An SF personnel was killed in an encounter with a group of unidentified terrorists at Hari Buddha village, Surankote area of Poonch district. The terrorists escaped after the killing.
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December - 27 
Another group of NLFT terrorists killed an alleged NLFT conduit at Chawmanu in Dhalai district. Police suspect that the terrorists killed him following a quarrel over sharing ransom money.
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Another group of NLFT terrorists killed an alleged NLFT conduit at Chawmanu in Dhalai district. Police suspect that the terrorists killed him following a quarrel over sharing ransom money.
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December - 27 
In another incident, two terrorists intruded into the house of a civilian at Goila Kahra village, Gandoh area of Doda district, and attacked him. Presuming him to be dead, they escaped.
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In another incident, two terrorists intruded into the house of a civilian at Goila Kahra village, Gandoh area of Doda district, and attacked him. Presuming him to be dead, they escaped.
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December - 27 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blasted the office of the Khanpur Mandal Parishad (administrative unit) Development Office (MDPO) in Adilabad district, on December 27. The loss of property is estimated at Rs 2 lakh. Acc
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blasted the office of the Khanpur Mandal Parishad (administrative unit) Development Office (MDPO) in Adilabad district, on December 27. The loss of property is estimated at Rs 2 lakh. According to police sources, two Naxalites went to the MPDO asked the watchman to vacate the place and detonated it. Two rooms, all records and furniture were completely damaged in the blast.
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December - 27 
Media reports on December 28, quoting a Union Home Ministry report, said the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) is training Indian Muslim youth working in the Gulf for assassinating political and religious leaders, in order to trigger communal violences, especial
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Media reports on December 28, quoting a Union Home Ministry report, said the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) is training Indian Muslim youth working in the Gulf for assassinating political and religious leaders, in order to trigger communal violences, especially in Gujarat, Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh. A series of attack on Hindu temples and explosions in Andhra Pradesh recently, especially outside a temple in Hyderabad on November 21, were traced to groups connected with LeT modules in that State, reports said. A year ago, Andhra Pradesh Police, with the help of the Research Analysis Wing (RAW), the Intelligence Bureau (IB) and other intelligence agencies, cracked a module of the LeT led by Azam Gauri in Hyderabad. He was later killed in an encounter. Subsequently, some more LeT operatives were detected and arrested.
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December - 27 
Media reports said, a fresh dossier has been prepared on the Karachi-based fugitive Mafia don Dawood Ibrahim, also a key accused in the March12, 1993-Mumbai bomb blasts. According to the dossier, Dawood Ibrahim has built a huge empire estimated to b
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Media reports said, a fresh dossier has been prepared on the Karachi-based fugitive Mafia don Dawood Ibrahim, also a key accused in the March12, 1993-Mumbai bomb blasts. According to the dossier, Dawood Ibrahim has built a huge empire estimated to be at over Rs 7,000 crore, of which over Rs 1,000 crore has been 'donated' over the years to the Pakistan government and the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, to fund operations as well as tide over economic crisis. Dawood Ibrahim is reportedly one of the main suppliers of arms to the Al-Qaeda and is in constant touch with the top leadership of the terrorist organisation, says the report.
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December - 27 
Police arrested one person and recovered four country-made pistols, 10 live cartridges and five live bombs from his possession at a place under Shahpur police station-limits, Patna district, on December 27.
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Police arrested one person and recovered four country-made pistols, 10 live cartridges and five live bombs from his possession at a place under Shahpur police station-limits, Patna district, on December 27.
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December - 27 
Quoting Director General of Police S Bimolchandra Singh, reports added that the security of the Minister has been tightened and efforts to trace the other five are on. The outfit has accused Sheikh and the five others of allegedly taking huge amounts
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Quoting Director General of Police S Bimolchandra Singh, reports added that the security of the Minister has been tightened and efforts to trace the other five are on. The outfit has accused Sheikh and the five others of allegedly taking huge amounts of money and illegally appointing block research coordinators for the Union government-sponsored Sharva Shiksha Abhiyan. The other five held captive have been identified as Kh Raghumani, deputy secretary in the school education department, Sheikh's personal security officer Nashir Ahmed, N Shyamacharan, O Priyokumar and Sh Ranjit. The terrorist outfit also issued a statement asking people of Manipur to express their views on the issue and said it would give "maximum respect to the public voice".
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December - 27 
Reports from south Kashmir indicated that, on specific information, security forces (SFs) raided a terrorist hideout at Kumaldan, Shopian area of Pulwama district. In the ensuing encounter, a terrorist was killed.
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Reports from south Kashmir indicated that, on specific information, security forces (SFs) raided a terrorist hideout at Kumaldan, Shopian area of Pulwama district. In the ensuing encounter, a terrorist was killed.
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December - 27 
SFs, on December 27, killed two more terrorists in Mendhar sector taking the death toll in the infiltration attempt to eight. As reported earlier, SF personnel, on December 26, had foiled a massive infiltration attempt by a group of Pakistan trained
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SFs, on December 27, killed two more terrorists in Mendhar sector taking the death toll in the infiltration attempt to eight. As reported earlier, SF personnel, on December 26, had foiled a massive infiltration attempt by a group of Pakistan trained terrorists and killed six of them on the Line of Control (LoC) near Balnoi, Mendhar area of Poonch sector. Two SF personnel, including a Junior Commissioned Officer, were also killed during the operation. Official sources said a total of nine infiltrators had been spotted in Balnoi. A lone terrorist was at large now sources said, and added that a search is on in Balnoi to trace him.
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December - 27 
Speaking to media persons in Ahamedabad, on December 27, Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) Director Vipul Vijoy said the two terrorists involved in the attack on the Akshardham temple, in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, on September 24, were terrorists of the Lashkar
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Speaking to media persons in Ahamedabad, on December 27, Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) Director Vipul Vijoy said the two terrorists involved in the attack on the Akshardham temple, in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, on September 24, were terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and not the Tehrik-e-Qasas, as was believed earlier. According to Vijoy this was verified by radio intercepts and other inputs in the possession of central intelligence agencies. He also said investigations revealed that the two slain terrorists brought weapons, hidden in their bedding, from Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) by train.
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December - 27 
The Assam Rifles said on December 27 that that the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isac-Muivah (NSCN-IM) was still recruiting cadres and carrying out extortion in Ukhrul district of Manipur. Quoting Assam Rifles Commander Brig V Suresh Nair, m
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The Assam Rifles said on December 27 that that the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isac-Muivah (NSCN-IM) was still recruiting cadres and carrying out extortion in Ukhrul district of Manipur. Quoting Assam Rifles Commander Brig V Suresh Nair, media reports added that the outfit has been operating with Kuki Liberation Army (KLA) and Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) terrorist outfits in the area.
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December - 27 
The Border Security Force (BSF) unearthed terrorist plans to target politicians and senior civil and security force officials in north Kashmir when they destroyed a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) hideout at Gohal Katinawali, in Baramulla district. 10 Improvis
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The Border Security Force (BSF) unearthed terrorist plans to target politicians and senior civil and security force officials in north Kashmir when they destroyed a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) hideout at Gohal Katinawali, in Baramulla district. 10 Improvised Explosive Devices (IED), three boosters, two remote receivers, three wireless sets, two kg explosive, 14 detonators, two grenades, five magazines, 270 rounds of ammunition and two pistol silencers were recovered from the hideout.
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December - 27 
The Orissa police foiled an attempt by left-wing extremists—Naxalites— of the People’s War Group (PWG) to attack the Pattangi police station, Koraput district, on December 27. According to media reports, a guard noticed the presence of the Naxalites
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The Orissa police foiled an attempt by left-wing extremists—Naxalites— of the People’s War Group (PWG) to attack the Pattangi police station, Koraput district, on December 27. According to media reports, a guard noticed the presence of the Naxalites near the police station and he immediately sounded an alarm that resulted in an exchange of fire between the Naxalites and police. Later, the Naxalites managed to escape as police outnumbered them. However, no casualty from either side has been reported.
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December - 27 
The Union government will soon initiate a dialogue process with elected representatives in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani said in a formal announcement in Jammu, on December 27.
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The Union government will soon initiate a dialogue process with elected representatives in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani said in a formal announcement in Jammu, on December 27.
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December - 28 
A house-to-house-search operation is on in Guwahati to arrest other ULFA terrorists suspected to be involved in the attack.
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A house-to-house-search operation is on in Guwahati to arrest other ULFA terrorists suspected to be involved in the attack.
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December - 28 
According to media reports of December 28, Imran Rehman, an alleged activist of the banned Students’ Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), is believed to have masterminded the bomb blast in a Bombay Electricity Supply and Transport (BEST) bus near Ghatko
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According to media reports of December 28, Imran Rehman, an alleged activist of the banned Students’ Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), is believed to have masterminded the bomb blast in a Bombay Electricity Supply and Transport (BEST) bus near Ghatkopar railway station, on December 2. Rehman has been reportedly mentioned as the prime accused in the State government’s report to the Union government on the incident. Reports claimed that the plan to engineer the blast was actually made in the first week of October 2002 and that Rehman had subsequently visited Dubai on October 21.
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December - 28 
According to media reports, left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Communist Party of India–– Marxist-Leninist (United States of India) [CPI-ML (USI)] assaulted a leader of the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP), Gandra Madhava Rao, in Buddaram village,
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According to media reports, left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Communist Party of India–– Marxist-Leninist (United States of India) [CPI-ML (USI)] assaulted a leader of the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP), Gandra Madhava Rao, in Buddaram village, Warangal district, on December 28. Police sources said the Naxalites assaulted Rao for extorting donations.
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December - 28 
Also, according to the Defence Ministry sources, SFs, on specific information, launched a search operation in Gool area of Udhampur district and spotted an unidentified terrorist hiding there. The terrorist allegedly opened indiscriminate gunfire on
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Also, according to the Defence Ministry sources, SFs, on specific information, launched a search operation in Gool area of Udhampur district and spotted an unidentified terrorist hiding there. The terrorist allegedly opened indiscriminate gunfire on the search party and was killed in retaliatory firing by SF personnel. A sniper rifle, three sniper magazines, a UBGL, two hand grenades and 1.5 kg of explosives were recovered from the incident-site.
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December - 28 
Delayed reports said, on December 28, an NLFT-N terrorist and a student were also killed during a clash between All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) terrorists and NLFT-N cadres in Uddhav Vaishnabpara, Khowai subdivision, in the same district.
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Delayed reports said, on December 28, an NLFT-N terrorist and a student were also killed during a clash between All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) terrorists and NLFT-N cadres in Uddhav Vaishnabpara, Khowai subdivision, in the same district.
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December - 28 
In a separate incident, a group of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists engaged SF personnel in a prolonged encounter from their hideout in Tsurmujroo village, Beerwah segment, Budgam district. Two terrorists were killed, while two women reportedly susta
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In a separate incident, a group of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists engaged SF personnel in a prolonged encounter from their hideout in Tsurmujroo village, Beerwah segment, Budgam district. Two terrorists were killed, while two women reportedly sustained injuries in the encounter. There was no information regarding the presence of other terrorists in the hideout.
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December - 28 
In another incident, SFs recovered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), 10 Kgs of RDX and a wireless set from a terrorist hideout at an unnamed place in north Kashmir.
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In another incident, SFs recovered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), 10 Kgs of RDX and a wireless set from a terrorist hideout at an unnamed place in north Kashmir.
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December - 28 
Jammu police claimed, on December 28, they were close to cracking a wide network of the Al Badr terrorist outfit in the border district of Rajouri. They also said they have collected vital information in this regard on the basis of disclosures made b
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Jammu police claimed, on December 28, they were close to cracking a wide network of the Al Badr terrorist outfit in the border district of Rajouri. They also said they have collected vital information in this regard on the basis of disclosures made by three arrested terrorists of the outfit, including a Pakistani national. Their interrogation also revealed that the Al Badr’s network is spread in Rajouri town, Thanna Mandi, Budhal and Darhal areas of the district. However, Pakistani terrorist Azhar Hussain alias Abu Danish, an ‘area commander’ of the Al Badr, and his associates were not booked under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA). They were arrested, instead, under an obsolete law of 1965––the J&K Prevention and Suppression of Sabotages Act (PSSA). Police consider this as a hindrance in the effective prosecution of the terrorists. This is because, in PSSA police have to secure permission from the State government’s Home Department before filing a charge sheet against the terrorists, while no such permission was required under POTA.
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December - 28 
Media reports said left-wing extremists––Naxalites––of the People's War Group (PWG), on December 28, set-off a blast and extensively damaged a forest guesthouse on Guvvalacheruvu road, Ramapuram mandal (administrative unit), near Cuddapa. No one was
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Media reports said left-wing extremists––Naxalites––of the People's War Group (PWG), on December 28, set-off a blast and extensively damaged a forest guesthouse on Guvvalacheruvu road, Ramapuram mandal (administrative unit), near Cuddapa. No one was present at the incident-site at the time of the blast. The PWG’s Papaghni Squad Area Committee claimed responsibility for the incident in a note left behind at the blast-site and said the guesthouse was blasted as police was using it to ‘interrogate’ Naxal sympathisers and dacoits.
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December - 28 
Media reports said Tamil Nadu police arrested three suspected extremists of the outlawed Tamil National Liberation Army (TNLA), near Chidambaram in Cuddalore district, on December 28- night and recovered a large quantity of explosives from their poss
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Media reports said Tamil Nadu police arrested three suspected extremists of the outlawed Tamil National Liberation Army (TNLA), near Chidambaram in Cuddalore district, on December 28- night and recovered a large quantity of explosives from their possession. They were arrested at Senthiyathope, while they were travelling on a motor cycle, police said. The Chidambaram magistrate has, on December 29, remanded them to 15 days in judicial custody.
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December - 28 
Media reports said the Pakistan-based Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), on December 28, threatened to continue its attacks "with full force" in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir. In a statement issued in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK) capital Muzaffaraba
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Media reports said the Pakistan-based Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), on December 28, threatened to continue its attacks "with full force" in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir. In a statement issued in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK) capital Muzaffarabad, HM ‘chief’ Syed Salahuddin said, "We will continue Jihad (holy war) in Kashmir with full force." He was reportedly speaking at a special meeting of top Mujahideen ‘commanders’.
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December - 28 
On December 28, speaking in New Delhi, Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani said the Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) government should not grant "general amnesty" to those arrested for terrorist activities. He also said such detainees should be released only aft
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On December 28, speaking in New Delhi, Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani said the Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) government should not grant "general amnesty" to those arrested for terrorist activities. He also said such detainees should be released only after appropriate consultations with the Union government. While talking to press persons on the sidelines of the 63rd Raising Day of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), he said that the setting up a review committee by the J&K government to screen the process of the releasing terrorists was "heartening move and a right step." He said, "We have always been stressing for a review committee. There should be no general release of arrested persons". The J&K government had issued a notification on the formation of the committee on December 26.
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December - 28 
On December 28, unidentified terrorists opened fire at two Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) police personnel near Akbar Hotel, Batmaloo in Srinagar, and injured them seriously. They succumbed to bullet injuries even before they could be shifted to a nearby hosp
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On December 28, unidentified terrorists opened fire at two Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) police personnel near Akbar Hotel, Batmaloo in Srinagar, and injured them seriously. They succumbed to bullet injuries even before they could be shifted to a nearby hospital. The terrorists managed to escape after the attack. Some Chinese made pistols were reportedly used in the attack. Security forces (SFs) suspect that terrorists of the Al-Madeena regiment could be responsible for the attack, but no outfit claimed responsibility for the attack.
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December - 28 
Speaking at the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) raising day celebrations on December 28, in New Delhi, Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister L.K. Advani stated that terrorist organisations "banned" by Pakistan, following pressure from different
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Speaking at the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) raising day celebrations on December 28, in New Delhi, Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister L.K. Advani stated that terrorist organisations "banned" by Pakistan, following pressure from different quarters, were now operating under new names to avoid detection. He also cautioned the international community of the consequences if they failed to realise the shift in the epicenter of terrorism from Afghanistan to Pakistan.
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December - 28 
Speaking to the media on December 28, in Bhatinda, Shiromani Gurudwara Prabandhak Committee (SGPC) president Kirpal Singh Badungar accused Pakistan of using funds collected as offerings at gurdwaras (Sikh shrines) there to sponsor anti-India and anti
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Speaking to the media on December 28, in Bhatinda, Shiromani Gurudwara Prabandhak Committee (SGPC) president Kirpal Singh Badungar accused Pakistan of using funds collected as offerings at gurdwaras (Sikh shrines) there to sponsor anti-India and anti-SGPC propaganda. The money collected at those gurdwaras was being used by the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, for spreading hatred and airing anti-India views.
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December - 28 
Suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists abducted six workers from Kathalbari in Tripura's Dhalai district, on December 28. According to media reports, the workers belonging to the ECI Agency, a private construction company en
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Suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists abducted six workers from Kathalbari in Tripura's Dhalai district, on December 28. According to media reports, the workers belonging to the ECI Agency, a private construction company engaged in track-laying in the area. Police was searching the area to rescue the captives, when reports last came in.
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December - 28 
Three Maoist insurgents of Nepal have been arrested at the Tensing Norgey bus terminus in Siliguri, West Bengal, on December 28. Police sources said the arrested Maoists had come from Nepal and were planning to go to Patna to attend a ‘high level’ me
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Three Maoist insurgents of Nepal have been arrested at the Tensing Norgey bus terminus in Siliguri, West Bengal, on December 28. Police sources said the arrested Maoists had come from Nepal and were planning to go to Patna to attend a ‘high level’ meeting jointly organized by left-wing extremists—Naxalites—the People’s War Group (PWG) and Maoist Communist Centre (MCC). The arrested persons did not know the location of the meeting, as it was kept secret. Additional Superintendent of Police Rajeev Misra said the arrested Maoists, during interrogation, revealed that they had direct links with the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), and their relations with the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) could not be ruled out. A police team from Nepal was expected to reach Siliguri shortly to interrogate them, he added.
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December - 28 
Two more LeT terrorists were killed in another encounter that occurred separately in Saloosa village, Kreeri belt of Pattan, in the same district.
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Two more LeT terrorists were killed in another encounter that occurred separately in Saloosa village, Kreeri belt of Pattan, in the same district.
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December - 28 
Two NDFB terrorists were killed in Darrang district, on December 28. According to reports, security forces (SFs), on specific information, conducted a search in Nanaipara area. The terrorists reportedly attacked the search party, and SFs retaliated b
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Two NDFB terrorists were killed in Darrang district, on December 28. According to reports, security forces (SFs), on specific information, conducted a search in Nanaipara area. The terrorists reportedly attacked the search party, and SFs retaliated by firing back, killing the terrorists. A 9mm revolver, four 9mm bullets, an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) weighing seven kg and some incriminating documents were seized from the incident-site.
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December - 28 
Two ULFA terrorists––Diganta Sarania alias Basanta Das and Tilak Barua alias Pradip Das––were arrested from Amingaon railway colony, Guwahati, on December 28, for their alleged involvement in those attacks. A 9mm pistol and 15 rounds of ammunition we
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Two ULFA terrorists––Diganta Sarania alias Basanta Das and Tilak Barua alias Pradip Das––were arrested from Amingaon railway colony, Guwahati, on December 28, for their alleged involvement in those attacks. A 9mm pistol and 15 rounds of ammunition were also reportedly recovered from their possession. Police also suspect that six other ULFA leaders–– identified as Naga Handique, Powel Kurmi, Subhas Sarma, Debi Chetri, Prakash Barua alias Ananta and Karuna Das alias Madhav––might be hiding in Guwahati or in the areas nearby and planning further terror attacks. According to police officials, ULFA might be using such attack as a tactic to divert the attention of the security forces and regroup for some major offensive, including large-scale extortion.
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December - 29 
A media report of December 29 said Urkhau Gwra Brahma, a Bodo Member of Parliament (MP) from Assam, expressed concern over the delay in reaching an agreement with the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT). He also said the State government's role has become c
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A media report of December 29 said Urkhau Gwra Brahma, a Bodo Member of Parliament (MP) from Assam, expressed concern over the delay in reaching an agreement with the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT). He also said the State government's role has become crucial in resolving the boundary question of the proposed Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC). He said the Union government had directed the State government to finalise the BTC boundary within this month.
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December - 29 
A surrendered terrorist, Niyaz Ahmad Sheikh alias Kinga, is suspected to be the main accused in the December 20-killing of People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Legislator Abdul Aziz Mir. Awantipora Superintendent of Police Vijay Kumar said five persons we
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A surrendered terrorist, Niyaz Ahmad Sheikh alias Kinga, is suspected to be the main accused in the December 20-killing of People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Legislator Abdul Aziz Mir. Awantipora Superintendent of Police Vijay Kumar said five persons were arrested on December 29 in connection with the assassination, and during their interrogation the name of Kinga, a resident of Konibal, the native place of Mir, came to the fore as the main accused. Efforts were on to arrest the absconding Kinga, he added.
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December - 29 
According to media reports of December 30, the visit of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah’s (NSCN-IM) top-leadership to India has been rescheduled and would arrive in New Delhi for talks with Union government on January 7, 2003.
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According to media reports of December 30, the visit of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah’s (NSCN-IM) top-leadership to India has been rescheduled and would arrive in New Delhi for talks with Union government on January 7, 2003. The two Naga leaders—Thuingaleng Muivah and Isak Chisi Swu, would be holding talks with Prime Minster Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Deputy Premier L K Advani on January 8 and 9, reports added. To recollect, both the Naga leaders were originally scheduled to arrive on December 27 but the visit was postponed due to ‘logistics reasons’. Quoting official sources, reports said no accord would be signed during the visit on ending the more than five-decade-old insurgency in NAgaland, but the visit would be a positive ‘step forward’.
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December - 29 
As reported earlier, India had handed over the extradition request to Portuguese authorities. Salem was arrested in Lisbon, Portugal, on September 18,2002. Portuguese authorities had extended the judicial custody of Salem on December 16, 2002 for thr
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As reported earlier, India had handed over the extradition request to Portuguese authorities. Salem was arrested in Lisbon, Portugal, on September 18,2002. Portuguese authorities had extended the judicial custody of Salem on December 16, 2002 for three months.
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December - 29 
In another encounter in Deeda village, Gool area of Udhampur district, a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist and a security force (SF) personnel were killed. The operation was continuing when last reports came in, as some more terrorists were reportedl
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In another encounter in Deeda village, Gool area of Udhampur district, a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist and a security force (SF) personnel were killed. The operation was continuing when last reports came in, as some more terrorists were reportedly hiding there. So far, security forces have recovered an AK-47 rifle, three magazines, 80 ammunition rounds, two grenades and a wireless set from the encounter-site.
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December - 29 
Intelligence reports cautioned of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) procuring another mortar-consignment in Guwahati. Media reports of December 29 indicated that the ULFA is likely to attack vital installations in the city, including the Jan
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Intelligence reports cautioned of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) procuring another mortar-consignment in Guwahati. Media reports of December 29 indicated that the ULFA is likely to attack vital installations in the city, including the Janata Bhavan, Guwahati Railway Station and Gauhati Refinery, with the help of this arms-consignment. Reports also said police are looking for ULFA leader Biju Deka, who is suspected to have ‘masterminded’ the December 25-mortar attacks. ULFA terrorists had fired five mortars in quick succession in Guwahati's Ambari area and Kalibari railway colony, killing two civilians and injuring 20 more.
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December - 29 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) killed two persons, including a chowkidar (security guard) in Kakaria village, Kalpa police station-limits, Jehanabad district, police said on December 30. The killings are believed to be
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) killed two persons, including a chowkidar (security guard) in Kakaria village, Kalpa police station-limits, Jehanabad district, police said on December 30. The killings are believed to be in retaliation to the killings of two PWG Naxalites in Rasalpur village, in the same district, by activists of the Communist Party of India––Marxist-Leninist [CPI-ML (Liberation)] on December 28.
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December - 29 
Police recovered two AK-56 rifles, a Light Machine Gun (LMG) and some blankets from Suranga village, Gandoh area of Doda district. However, no arrests were made in this connection.
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Police recovered two AK-56 rifles, a Light Machine Gun (LMG) and some blankets from Suranga village, Gandoh area of Doda district. However, no arrests were made in this connection.
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December - 29 
SFs killed two foreign in Gulabgarh village, Mahore area of Udhampur district. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the possession of the slain terrorists. Further, unidentified terrorists killed the personal as
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SFs killed two foreign in Gulabgarh village, Mahore area of Udhampur district. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition were recovered from the possession of the slain terrorists. Further, unidentified terrorists killed the personal assistant of a Superintendent of Police in Hef-Shirmal village, Pulwama district.
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December - 29 
Speaking at a public meeting in Kolkata, on December 29, West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadev Bhattacharjee said the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) was working in close contact with the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) to destabilise no
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Speaking at a public meeting in Kolkata, on December 29, West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadev Bhattacharjee said the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) was working in close contact with the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) to destabilise north Bengal. He said it was also possibly receiving help from the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency. He also said that there were reports that KLO activists were undergoing training in neighbouring Bhutan. Besides the KLO, left wing extremists-Naxalites––of the People's War Group (PWG) were pursuing a "policy of murder" in some south Bengal districts with active help from their counterparts in Andhra Pradesh, he added.
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December - 29 
Speaking in the State Legislative Assembly on December 28, Chief Minister Babulal Marandi announced the government would set up a Special Task Force (STF) to fight left-wing extremists—Naxalites—active in the State. An Inspector General of Police wil
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Speaking in the State Legislative Assembly on December 28, Chief Minister Babulal Marandi announced the government would set up a Special Task Force (STF) to fight left-wing extremists—Naxalites—active in the State. An Inspector General of Police will head the force. It will have three units and will work in Naxal-affected districts.
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December - 29 
Speaking to media personnel in New Delhi, Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Director P C Sharma said Portuguese authorities have assured India that they would take a decision on the extradition of Mafia don and 1993-Mumbai serial blasts key accus
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Speaking to media personnel in New Delhi, Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Director P C Sharma said Portuguese authorities have assured India that they would take a decision on the extradition of Mafia don and 1993-Mumbai serial blasts key accused Abu Salem after their investigations are complete.
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December - 29 
The State government has constituted a one-man enquiry committee headed by Inspector General of Police (IGP) S P Kar of the Crime Investigation Department (CID) to investigate into the mortar attacks. The committee would submit its report within 15 d
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The State government has constituted a one-man enquiry committee headed by Inspector General of Police (IGP) S P Kar of the Crime Investigation Department (CID) to investigate into the mortar attacks. The committee would submit its report within 15 days.
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December - 29 
The Union Home Ministry has set up a special cell to deal with left-wing extremists—Naxalites—in different States of the country. Speaking to mediapersons in New Delhi on December 29, Union Minister of State for Home, Vidyasagar Rao, said a special c
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The Union Home Ministry has set up a special cell to deal with left-wing extremists—Naxalites—in different States of the country. Speaking to mediapersons in New Delhi on December 29, Union Minister of State for Home, Vidyasagar Rao, said a special cell has already been established in the ministry, headed by Union Home Secretary for this purpose. The cell comprises Director Generals of Police (DGPs) and Home Secretaries of Naxalite-affected States.
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December - 29 
Two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists were killed in an encounter on December 29, on the International Border at Sandhwa village, under Domana police station’s jurisdiction. Two AK-56 rifles, seven magazines, two hand grenades and some accessories of
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Two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists were killed in an encounter on December 29, on the International Border at Sandhwa village, under Domana police station’s jurisdiction. Two AK-56 rifles, seven magazines, two hand grenades and some accessories of explosive devices were recovered from the slain terrorists.
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December - 29 
Two left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) were killed by activists of the Communist Party of India––Marxist-Leninist [CPI-ML-Liberation] in Rasalpur village, Jehanabad district, on December 29. The district police chief said
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Two left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) were killed by activists of the Communist Party of India––Marxist-Leninist [CPI-ML-Liberation] in Rasalpur village, Jehanabad district, on December 29. The district police chief said the CPI-ML activists, on December 28, raided the village and abducted six PWG Naxalites. Two of them were killed, while some more escaped.
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December - 30 
A Border Security Force (BSF) spokesperson said three front ranking terrorists of the Al Umar Mujahideen and HM were arrested in a series of raids in Srinagar. A rocket launcher, two rockets, a pistol, five grenades, a wireless set and an unspecified
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A Border Security Force (BSF) spokesperson said three front ranking terrorists of the Al Umar Mujahideen and HM were arrested in a series of raids in Srinagar. A rocket launcher, two rockets, a pistol, five grenades, a wireless set and an unspecified quantity of assorted ammunition was recovered from their possession. The spokesperson added that, during another search operation, BSF personnel destroyed a HM hideout in Romoh-Tujjan belt, Pulwama-Budgam borderline, and recovered an IED, four packets of RDX, two grenades, four detonators and a wireless antenna.
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December - 30 
A high level meeting of senior police officers of Orissa and Andhra Pradesh in Behrampur, Orissa, on December 30, decided to take a joint move to curb the spurt in left-wing extremist—Naxalite—activities in the region. The meeting decided to fight th
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A high level meeting of senior police officers of Orissa and Andhra Pradesh in Behrampur, Orissa, on December 30, decided to take a joint move to curb the spurt in left-wing extremist—Naxalite—activities in the region. The meeting decided to fight the menace by ensuring intelligence sharing and proper coordination between police forces of the two bordering States. Range level police officers and Superintendents of Police of the two States attended the meeting. This was the second high-level meeting between police officers of the two States within a week. A similar meeting had been held last week in Damanjodi, Korapur district, Orissa.
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December - 30 
A media report of December 30 indicated that United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists are losing strength in Assam's Nalbari district. In the year 2002, 83 of them were killed in various encou
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A media report of December 30 indicated that United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists are losing strength in Assam's Nalbari district. In the year 2002, 83 of them were killed in various encounters, and 507 more terrorists were either arrested by or surrendered to security forces (SFs) in various incidents. Moreover, SFs were also successful in preventing any recruitment drive by these outfits. Out of 83 terrorists killed in the district, 51 belonged to the ULFA and 32 to the NDFB. According to official sources at least 90 terrorists together from ULFA and NDFB were arrested by the State police and other security force personnel. Besides, 98 ULFA and 319 NDFB terrorists surrendered to SFs. The total arms seizure from the district included five AK-56 assault rifles, nine AK-47 rifles, five .38 revolvers, two 9mm pistols, two .32 revolvers, an M-20 pistol, five grenades and 354 round of different live ammunitions. Three SF personnel were also killed in various parts of the district by ULFA terrorists.
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A media report on December 30 said some 22 leaders of various political parties of Orissa’s Rayagada district are in the hit list of left-wing extremists—Naxalites––of the People’s War Group (PWG). A press release of the Srikakulam Committee of the P
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A media report on December 30 said some 22 leaders of various political parties of Orissa’s Rayagada district are in the hit list of left-wing extremists—Naxalites––of the People’s War Group (PWG). A press release of the Srikakulam Committee of the PWG reportedly alleged no political leader ever raised his voice against atrocities on tribals; rather, they have indirectly encouraged the exploiters. The PWG also warned targeted leaders against taking help from police.
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December - 30 
A National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist was killed in an encounter with security forces at No. 2 Nanke Damara village, Tamulpur police station limits, in Assam's Nalbari district, on December 30.
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A National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist was killed in an encounter with security forces at No. 2 Nanke Damara village, Tamulpur police station limits, in Assam's Nalbari district, on December 30.
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December - 30 
A report in Daily Excelsior quoting official sources indicated that approximately 5,000 terrorists from Jammu and Kashmir were present at various camps in Pakistan. A majority of these terrorists hailed from the Valley, while 10 to 15 per cent belong
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A report in Daily Excelsior quoting official sources indicated that approximately 5,000 terrorists from Jammu and Kashmir were present at various camps in Pakistan. A majority of these terrorists hailed from the Valley, while 10 to 15 per cent belonged to the sensitive Rajouri and Poonch districts. The report indicates that the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, has had to shift the Kashmiri terrorists from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) to certain areas in Pakistan Punjab and North West Frontier Province (NWFP) after the May 14-Kaluchak massacre near Jammu. These details, the report says, are mostly based on revelations made by some captured terrorists in the course of their interrogation in recent days. More than 1,000 terrorists had reportedly been shifted to a location in Pakistan Punjab near the Haripur-Taxila Road (HTR). Those shifted to the HTR section were drawn from four major groups––the Harkat ul-Jihad-i-Islami (HuJI), Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen (JuM), Al-Barq and Al-Umar. Intelligence inputs, according to the report, revealed the presence of 1,500 to 2,000 Kashmiri terrorists in North West Frontier Province (NWFP). Most of them owe allegiance to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM).
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December - 30 
A total of 471 persons were killed in various terrorism-related incidents in Assam in the year 2002, according to a media report of December 30. The report quoting Assam-police statistics said this includes 268 terrorists killed in various encounters
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A total of 471 persons were killed in various terrorism-related incidents in Assam in the year 2002, according to a media report of December 30. The report quoting Assam-police statistics said this includes 268 terrorists killed in various encounters, and 177 civilians and 26 security force (SF) personnel killed by various terrorist outfits. Giving the break up of the incidents, the report further said 126 United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in as many as 106 encounters, and the ULFA killed 25 civilians and 10 SF personnel. Another active outfit in the State, the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) killed 127 civilians and eight SF personnel, this past year. A total of 119 NDFB terrorists were also killed in 88 encounters. 23 terrorists of two more outfits in the area, the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) and the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), were killed in 18 encounters. These two outfits together killed 25 civilians. Besides, the DHD killed eight security force personnel during the year.
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December - 30 
According to media reports of December 31, the proscribed Achik National Volunteer’s Council (ANVC) terrorist outfit of Meghalaya has demanded Rs 20 lakh ransom for the release of East Garo Hills District Medical and Health Officer (DMHO) P Bezbaruah
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According to media reports of December 31, the proscribed Achik National Volunteer’s Council (ANVC) terrorist outfit of Meghalaya has demanded Rs 20 lakh ransom for the release of East Garo Hills District Medical and Health Officer (DMHO) P Bezbaruah. Quoting intelligence sources, reports added that the doctor's abduction was a result of simmering differences between him and his colleagues and that he was being held at an ANVC camp near William Nagar. However, negotiations are on between Bezbaruah kin and his captors, while the State police receded to the background, as any interference could reportedly harm the doctor.
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December - 30 
According to media reports, Tamil Nadu police, on December 30, filed the chargesheet against Marumalarchi Dravida Munnettra Kazhagam (MDMK) general secretary Vaiko and eight party colleagues, all arrested under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA)
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According to media reports, Tamil Nadu police, on December 30, filed the chargesheet against Marumalarchi Dravida Munnettra Kazhagam (MDMK) general secretary Vaiko and eight party colleagues, all arrested under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) for allegedly making speeches supporting the banned Liberation of Tamil Tigers Elam (LTTE). The chargesheet was filed nearly 180 days after Vaiko and his colleagues were taken into custody. POTA provisions do not allow an accused to be detained for more than 180 days in the absence of a chargesheet. While Vaiko was arrested on July 11, 2002, the others were arrested on July 9.
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December - 30 
According to media reports, the chargesheet filed by Tamil Nadu Police on December 30, 2002 against Marumalarchi Dravida Munnettra Kazhagam (MDMK) leader Vaiko and eight others under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) was admitted by the designat
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According to media reports, the chargesheet filed by Tamil Nadu Police on December 30, 2002 against Marumalarchi Dravida Munnettra Kazhagam (MDMK) leader Vaiko and eight others under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) was admitted by the designated POTA Court in suburban Poonamalee, Chennai, on December 31. Vaiko was arrested on his arrival at Chennai airport on July 11,2002, after a tour of US, while the others were arrested on July 9, 2002. All nine were charged for making pro- Liberation of Tamil Tigers Elam (LTTE) speeches at a public meeting at Tirumangalam in Madurai on June 29, 2002,
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December - 30 
An SF personnel and two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists were, meanwhile, killed in an encounter in Boothu forests of Bandipore, north Kashmir. Two AK-56 rifles were recovered from the encounter-site.
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An SF personnel and two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists were, meanwhile, killed in an encounter in Boothu forests of Bandipore, north Kashmir. Two AK-56 rifles were recovered from the encounter-site.
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December - 30 
Another encounter occurred between SFs and a group of three terrorists trying to exfiltrate to Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) across the Line of Control (LoC) in Bandi Chechian villages, Poonch sector. In the subsequent encounter, an exfiltrator was
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Another encounter occurred between SFs and a group of three terrorists trying to exfiltrate to Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) across the Line of Control (LoC) in Bandi Chechian villages, Poonch sector. In the subsequent encounter, an exfiltrator was killed. Two others, however, escaped into the surrounding forests and were being searched by the SFs.
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December - 30 
Arunachal Pradesh Public Welfare Department (PWD) Minister Talo Mugli alleged that activities of both the factions of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland––Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) and Khaplang (NSCN-K)––were impeding development in Tirap and Chan
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Arunachal Pradesh Public Welfare Department (PWD) Minister Talo Mugli alleged that activities of both the factions of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland––Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) and Khaplang (NSCN-K)––were impeding development in Tirap and Changlang districts of the State. He was speaking at a public function on December 30, 2002 in Itanagar.
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December - 30 
Besides, reports from south Kashmir have indicated that SF personnel killed an unidentified terrorist in Takiya Dhanu-Kandimarg, at the foothills of Pirpanjal range, Kulgam district.
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Besides, reports from south Kashmir have indicated that SF personnel killed an unidentified terrorist in Takiya Dhanu-Kandimarg, at the foothills of Pirpanjal range, Kulgam district.
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December - 30 
Ceasefire with the Adivasi Cobra Militant Force (ACMF) in Assam was extended for a period of six months with effect from January 1, 2003. The decision was reached at a meeting between Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi and ACMF representatives, on December 3
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Ceasefire with the Adivasi Cobra Militant Force (ACMF) in Assam was extended for a period of six months with effect from January 1, 2003. The decision was reached at a meeting between Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi and ACMF representatives, on December 30, in Guwahati.
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Dima Halim Daogah (DHD), a terrorist outfit active in Karbi Anglong and North Cachar Hills districts of Assam, announced on December 30 the 'suspension' of its activities and 'cessation of hostilities with security forces (SFs) with effect from Decem
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Dima Halim Daogah (DHD), a terrorist outfit active in Karbi Anglong and North Cachar Hills districts of Assam, announced on December 30 the 'suspension' of its activities and 'cessation of hostilities with security forces (SFs) with effect from December 31, for a period of six months. The DHD also said it was a "goodwill gesture" to bring lasting peace in these districts. Separately, official sources said the DHD proposed to stop violence and hold talks with the Union and State government to resolve the Dimasa issue within the framework of the Indian Constitution. The State government has reportedly reciprocated by agreeing to reach a ceasefire agreement with the DHD. Sources also said peace talks would follow the suspension of operations and enforcement of 'ground rules'.
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December - 30 
Four terrorists and a student were killed and two more seriously injured in Tripura on December 30 in separate incidents, media reports said. Three terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura-Biswamohan Debbarma faction (NLFT-B) were kil
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Four terrorists and a student were killed and two more seriously injured in Tripura on December 30 in separate incidents, media reports said. Three terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura-Biswamohan Debbarma faction (NLFT-B) were killed in an internecine clash with the rival Nayanbasi Jamatiya-faction (NLFT-N), on December 30. NLFT-B terrorists ambushed the latter at Narayanbari, Takarjala police station- limits in West Tripura district. Reports said two more terrorists were seriously injured in the clash.
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December - 30 
In another incident, on the same day, Naxalites of the PWG abducted the sarpanch (village headman) of Kanthatmakur and Ramakrishnapuram villages, Warangal district. Further details are awaited. In the same district, police arrested three sympathizers
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In another incident, on the same day, Naxalites of the PWG abducted the sarpanch (village headman) of Kanthatmakur and Ramakrishnapuram villages, Warangal district. Further details are awaited. In the same district, police arrested three sympathizers of the PWG from Mogulapalli.
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December - 30 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Communist Party of India––Marxist-Leninist [CPI-ML] (Janasakthi), on December 30, killed a former Naxalite of the People’s War Group (PWG) in Piduguralla, Guntur district, alleging him to be a police informer.
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Communist Party of India––Marxist-Leninist [CPI-ML] (Janasakthi), on December 30, killed a former Naxalite of the People’s War Group (PWG) in Piduguralla, Guntur district, alleging him to be a police informer.
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December - 30 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blew up an abandoned block office at Dandai, Garhwa district. Police sources said a group of approximately 12 armed-Naxalites surrounded the block office and used dynamites to demolish it
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blew up an abandoned block office at Dandai, Garhwa district. Police sources said a group of approximately 12 armed-Naxalites surrounded the block office and used dynamites to demolish it. However, no casualty was reported in the incident.
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December - 30 
Media report said both the factions of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT)–––NLFT- Biswamohan Debbarma and NLFT-Jamatiya Hoda––exchanged fire, on December 30, 2002 in Arjunthakurpara, Takarjala police station-limits, West Tripura district
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Media report said both the factions of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT)–––NLFT- Biswamohan Debbarma and NLFT-Jamatiya Hoda––exchanged fire, on December 30, 2002 in Arjunthakurpara, Takarjala police station-limits, West Tripura district. A terrorist of one of the factions was reportedly injured during the gun battle, and was carried away by his colleagues. No further information was available when reports last came in.
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December - 30 
Media reports of December 30 said Mizoram was relatively violence-free throughout the year 2002. However, peace talks with the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) over repatriation of Reang refugees camping in North Tripura district and the mode of
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Media reports of December 30 said Mizoram was relatively violence-free throughout the year 2002. However, peace talks with the Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) over repatriation of Reang refugees camping in North Tripura district and the mode of self-government for the Brus in Mizoram could not lead to a successful agreement. Stray terrorism-related incidents did occur in the State’s areas bordering Manipur, but did not result in any civilian or security force casualty.
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December - 30 
Nagaland Chief Minister SC Jamir reportedly said the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak- Muivah (NSCN-IM) should try to achieve a "higher status" than what has been enshrined in the 16-point Statehood agreement of 1960, while trying to work
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Nagaland Chief Minister SC Jamir reportedly said the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak- Muivah (NSCN-IM) should try to achieve a "higher status" than what has been enshrined in the 16-point Statehood agreement of 1960, while trying to work out a solution to the Naga political problem. According to media reports of December 31, Jamir also said any settlement worked out by the outfit should be "acceptable to the Naga people". The Chief Minster was reportedly addressing a gathering at the inaugural function of the Rachumi panchayat (village-level local body) building in Viswema village.
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December - 30 
Official sources said unidentified terrorists abducted a civilian, a resident of Bijbehara, and later killed him in a nearby locality in Anantnag district.
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Official sources said unidentified terrorists abducted a civilian, a resident of Bijbehara, and later killed him in a nearby locality in Anantnag district.
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December - 30 
On December 30, residents of New Nambulane area, Imphal, captured two suspected Kuki National Front-Military Council (KNF-MC) terrorists. Later in the day, they handed them over to local police. The terrorists were identified as Heminlen Lupheng and
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On December 30, residents of New Nambulane area, Imphal, captured two suspected Kuki National Front-Military Council (KNF-MC) terrorists. Later in the day, they handed them over to local police. The terrorists were identified as Heminlen Lupheng and Thangminlien Helen. Police recovered some extortion notes from them, reports added.
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December - 30 
On December 30, two People’s Liberation Army (PLA) terrorists were arrested from Waithou village, Thoubal district of Manipur. The State police reportedly recovered a wireless set, some incriminating documents and some live rounds of AK-47 rifle from
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On December 30, two People’s Liberation Army (PLA) terrorists were arrested from Waithou village, Thoubal district of Manipur. The State police reportedly recovered a wireless set, some incriminating documents and some live rounds of AK-47 rifle from them.
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December - 30 
SFs destroyed a terrorist hideout in Bari forests, Chajla area of Mendhar. About 700 rounds of ammunition and 440 rounds of Pika gun were recovered from the hideout. However, no arrests were made, as the terrorists were not present at the hideout whe
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SFs destroyed a terrorist hideout in Bari forests, Chajla area of Mendhar. About 700 rounds of ammunition and 440 rounds of Pika gun were recovered from the hideout. However, no arrests were made, as the terrorists were not present at the hideout when it was raided.
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December - 30 
Special Services Bureau (SSB) Director General (DG) V.K.Mallik met with Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, on December 30, and discussed deploying security forces along the 265 km-long Assam-Bhutan border. The State government had demanded the deployment of
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Special Services Bureau (SSB) Director General (DG) V.K.Mallik met with Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, on December 30, and discussed deploying security forces along the 265 km-long Assam-Bhutan border. The State government had demanded the deployment of such forces along this border to restrain the movement of Northeast terrorist outfits who frequent between the State and their hideouts in Bhutan. These outfits include the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland. The SSB DG also discussed the issue with Assam Police chief Hare Krishna Deka and other senior officials.
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December - 30 
The PWG called for a boycott of the ensuing Janmabhoomi programme beginning January 2, 2003 in Anantpur district. In a statement issued on December 30 in Anantpur, PWG Rayalaseema division committee secretary Krishnappa termed the Janmabhoomi a sham
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The PWG called for a boycott of the ensuing Janmabhoomi programme beginning January 2, 2003 in Anantpur district. In a statement issued on December 30 in Anantpur, PWG Rayalaseema division committee secretary Krishnappa termed the Janmabhoomi a sham and said it has utility only for the rulers. He said, though the State had borrowed heavily from the World Bank, no new irrigation project was taken up in the Rayalaseema region.
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December - 30 
Three terrorists, including an exfiltrator, were killed by security forces (SFs) in separate encounters in Surankote and Bandi Chechian on December 30. Official sources said SFs stormed a terrorist hideout in Borivalli village, Surankote area of Poon
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Three terrorists, including an exfiltrator, were killed by security forces (SFs) in separate encounters in Surankote and Bandi Chechian on December 30. Official sources said SFs stormed a terrorist hideout in Borivalli village, Surankote area of Poonch district, and in the ensuing encounter, two terrorists of the Hizb-e-Islami outfit were killed. Recoveries made from their possession included two AK-47 rifles, eight magazines, 209 rounds of ammunition, two sophisticated wireless sets and six hand grenades. Some documents of the Hizb-e-Islami, a Pakistan based terrorist outfit, were also recovered from the hideout. Sources added that both the terrorists were operating in Surankote for the past year and were involved in a series of subversive activities, including attacks on security forces and Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blasts on the Surankote-Poonch road.
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December - 30 
Two Lashker-e- Toiba (LeT) terrorists were in Batala on December 30, 2002, delayed reports said. They were identified as Altaf Hussain and Javed Ahmed Malik, both residents of Aasnoor village, Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir. . A 2.3 mouser, 13
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Two Lashker-e- Toiba (LeT) terrorists were in Batala on December 30, 2002, delayed reports said. They were identified as Altaf Hussain and Javed Ahmed Malik, both residents of Aasnoor village, Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir. . A 2.3 mouser, 13 live cartridges and 4 HE 36 hand grenades were recovered from their possession. According to police sources, they had been assigned the task of transporting arms and ammunition to group members and collecting information on Amy and other sensitive installations in Punjab. Documents on Army organisations and deployment along the Pakistan border in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), Dera Baba Nanak, Dinanaagar, Hoshiarpur and Jalandhar in Punjab have been recovered from them. Seizures made also include a list of telephone numbers and address of leaders in Pakistan, code names of important Army installations in J&K, a message on LeT's letterhead on publishing anti-India news in local news papers.
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December - 30 
West Bengal police arrested a sympathizer of Nepal’s Maoist insurgents at Kharibari, near Siliguri, on December 30. Police sources said the sympathizer, Bajaru Singh, had provided shelter to the Maoists on several occasions in the past.
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West Bengal police arrested a sympathizer of Nepal’s Maoist insurgents at Kharibari, near Siliguri, on December 30. Police sources said the sympathizer, Bajaru Singh, had provided shelter to the Maoists on several occasions in the past.
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December - 31 
A tribal leader identified as Achan Newmai had been killed by suspected National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) terrorists, on December 31, in Langol Laimanai village, near Imphal. Quoting police source, reports added that the deceas
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A tribal leader identified as Achan Newmai had been killed by suspected National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) terrorists, on December 31, in Langol Laimanai village, near Imphal. Quoting police source, reports added that the deceased was having close links with the rival NSCN-Isack-Muivah (NSCN-IM).
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December - 31 
According to media reports, on December 31, security forces (SF) personnel, in a joint operation, arrested two hardcore National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists in the Shipra forests, Jalpaiguri district, north Bengal. They seized an A
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According to media reports, on December 31, security forces (SF) personnel, in a joint operation, arrested two hardcore National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists in the Shipra forests, Jalpaiguri district, north Bengal. They seized an AK 47 rifle, 115 ammunition rounds, a hand grenade and Rs 12 lakh cash from their possession. Another terrorist is believed to be hiding in the forest and a search is on for him, reports said.
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December - 31 
According to media reports, personnel of the 10th Assam Rifles (AR) unearthed a hideout of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isack-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and rescued six hostages, in Chakhesang Zani village, near Dimapur, Nagaland, on December 31.
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According to media reports, personnel of the 10th Assam Rifles (AR) unearthed a hideout of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isack-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and rescued six hostages, in Chakhesang Zani village, near Dimapur, Nagaland, on December 31. However, no NSCN-IM terrorist was arrested, as they had all managed to escape into the nearby jungles. Meanwhile, The AR said abduction people and keeping them hostage was a clear violation of cease-fire ground rules in force.
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December - 31 
According to media reports, personnel of the 10th Assam Rifles (AR) unearthed a hideout of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isack-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and rescued six hostages, in Chakhesang Zani village, near Dimapur, Nagaland, on December 31.
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According to media reports, personnel of the 10th Assam Rifles (AR) unearthed a hideout of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isack-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and rescued six hostages, in Chakhesang Zani village, near Dimapur, Nagaland, on December 31. However, no NSCN-IM terrorist was arrested, as they had all managed to escape into the nearby jungles. Meanwhile, The AR said abduction people and keeping them hostage was a clear violation of cease-fire ground rules in force. Quoting official sources, reports said the hostages were abducted for ransom and were in captivity for the past two months, besides five terrorists of the rival NSCN-Khaplang. Reports added that the NSCN-K cadres were shifted to Punglawa, on December 30. Recoveries made at the hideout included a Thailand-made hand grenade, 14 blankets, three canopies, mattresses, gas cylinders and stoves, clothing material and combat fatigues.
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December - 31 
According to media reports, the proscribed Kanglei Yawol Kunna Lup (KYKL) terrorist outfit has reportedly released five captives unharmed on December 31, at an undisclosed place in Thoubal district, Manipur. Earlier, the outfit had ‘issued’ death sen
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According to media reports, the proscribed Kanglei Yawol Kunna Lup (KYKL) terrorist outfit has reportedly released five captives unharmed on December 31, at an undisclosed place in Thoubal district, Manipur. Earlier, the outfit had ‘issued’ death sentence to all the five for alleged involvement in corruption. However, the underground outfit has reportedly declared that it has not yet withdrawn its death sentence against the State’s Minister for School Education Maniruddin Sheikh.
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December - 31 
Five persons, including three front ranking terrorists, an Army Captain and a young girl, were killed while four others, including three members of a family, were injured in an encounter in Kalali Morha, Surankote area of Poonch district, on December
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Five persons, including three front ranking terrorists, an Army Captain and a young girl, were killed while four others, including three members of a family, were injured in an encounter in Kalali Morha, Surankote area of Poonch district, on December 31. Official sources said a group of terrorists with automatic weapons and grenades attacked an Army patrol in Kalali Morha and later escaped. However, they were traced in Marha village after a search operation by security forces (SFs). The terrorists are reported to have held some civilians hostages and used them as human shield to escape again. Even as SFs succeeded in segregating most of the civilians from the terrorists, some others remained in captivity. In the ensuing encounter, while three terrorists, an Army Captain and a young girl were killed, four civilians, including three members of a family, held hostage by the terrorists, were injured. Five other terrorists of the group managed to escape towards a forest area and were being chased by SFs, when reports last came in. The slain terrorists were believed to be foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group. Three AK-56 rifles, seven magazines, 108 rounds of ammunition, a wireless set, 11 hand grenades, a large number of detonators, explosive devices and accessories were recovered from the encounter- site.
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December - 31 
Four persons, including two terrorists, an SF personnel and a civilian were killed and two civilians injured in another encounter in Chowkian, the Rajouri district. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition was recovered from the terror
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Four persons, including two terrorists, an SF personnel and a civilian were killed and two civilians injured in another encounter in Chowkian, the Rajouri district. Two AK rifles and an unspecified quantity of ammunition was recovered from the terrorists, who were suspected to be affiliated to the Al Badr group.
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December - 31 
In a separate incident, unidentified terrorists killed a civilian in captivity in Gurjan.
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In a separate incident, unidentified terrorists killed a civilian in captivity in Gurjan.
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December - 31 
Suspected left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) killed Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI)––the youth wing of the ruling Communist Party of India (Marxist) CPI-M–– local leader Lakshmi Bag, in Jangipara, Hooghly
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Suspected left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) killed Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI)––the youth wing of the ruling Communist Party of India (Marxist) CPI-M–– local leader Lakshmi Bag, in Jangipara, Hooghly district, on December 31. Police sources said the attackers had slit Bag’s throat while he was his in his sleep and ransacked the house. They left behind some MCC leaflets. State CPI-M Secretary Anil Biswas, in a statement issued in Kolkata, said the MCC leaflets found in the room talked of ‘execution’ of Lakshmi Bag. Biswas condemned the killing and demanded immediate arrest of the culprits.
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December - 31 
Suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists abducted a local-level Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPM) leader on December 31, 2002 from new Bhomracherra, under Natunbazaar police station-limits, West Tripura district.
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Suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists abducted a local-level Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPM) leader on December 31, 2002 from new Bhomracherra, under Natunbazaar police station-limits, West Tripura district.
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*Data till , March 28, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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