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July - 1 
14 left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the Maoist Communist Centre ( MCC), surrendered before the ‘Janata Darbar’ (People’s Court) at Chiata village, East Champaran district, on July 1. The Naxalites laid down arms in front of East Champaran District
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14 left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the Maoist Communist Centre ( MCC), surrendered before the ‘Janata Darbar’ (People’s Court) at Chiata village, East Champaran district, on July 1. The Naxalites laid down arms in front of East Champaran District Magistrate Shiv Kumar and Superintendent of Police D N Gupta with a pledge to shun violence and join the mainstream. Police sources said the surrendered Naxalites included those who had attacked the Pakridayal police station recently to free a colleague.
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July - 1 
According to a media report of July 1, the police in Assam's Goalpara district have started a joint operation with Meghalaya police along their common border to prevent the occurrence of any terrorist activity in the district.
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According to a media report of July 1, the police in Assam's Goalpara district have started a joint operation with Meghalaya police along their common border to prevent the occurrence of any terrorist activity in the district.
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July - 1 
According to a media report of July 1, the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) has denounced the Assam government's bid to invite National oil companies of India to explore oil in the State as exploitation of State's resources. Freedom, the mouthp
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According to a media report of July 1, the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) has denounced the Assam government's bid to invite National oil companies of India to explore oil in the State as exploitation of State's resources. Freedom, the mouthpiece of the outfit, reportedly termed the State government's act as selling-out State property to satisfy their Delhi masters. Besides, ULFA, once again, reportedly declined to avail safe-passage offered by the government.
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July - 1 
According to a media report, suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists killed a woman at Ramkrishna Para village in West Tripura district, on July 1. The terrorists allegedly attacked her house and asked for her husband. As the
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According to a media report, suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists killed a woman at Ramkrishna Para village in West Tripura district, on July 1. The terrorists allegedly attacked her house and asked for her husband. As the latter was not available, they stabbed her to death and fled. A search operation is on to nab the suspects.
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July - 1 
According to a media report, the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) has directed Assamese students to launch an anti-Hindi campaign. The ULFA in a message through its mouthpiece Swadhinta (Freedom) has also imposed a ‘ban’ on the screening of Hin
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According to a media report, the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) has directed Assamese students to launch an anti-Hindi campaign. The ULFA in a message through its mouthpiece Swadhinta (Freedom) has also imposed a ‘ban’ on the screening of Hindi films. "Why doesn’t the student community of Assam call for total eradication of Hindi culture from the State ? What is the stumbling block to ask for Hindi films to quit Assam...?" said Freedom in its latest edition. It further said "The Hindi invasion has already contaminated the distinguished base of Assam’s unique cultural identity." ULFA has reportedly called for such a ban on Hindi films for the first time.
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July - 1 
According to media reports, a meeting between Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi and Deputy Prime Minister cum Union Home Minister L K Advani to discuss the proposed Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) scheduled for July 1 has been postponed indefinitel
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According to media reports, a meeting between Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi and Deputy Prime Minister cum Union Home Minister L K Advani to discuss the proposed Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) scheduled for July 1 has been postponed indefinitely, as the latter was busy with the just concluded Union Cabinet reshuffle.
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July - 1 
According to media reports, National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) terrorists installed a new ‘underground government’ with six cabinet ‘Kilonsers’ (Ministers) and 25 Deputy Kilonsers at a function at Dimapur on July 1. On th
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According to media reports, National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) terrorists installed a new ‘underground government’ with six cabinet ‘Kilonsers’ (Ministers) and 25 Deputy Kilonsers at a function at Dimapur on July 1. On the occasion, the NSCN-IM leaders stressed on the need to strengthen the current Naga peace process by bringing about understanding and reconciliation among different underground groups. AK Lungalang, the newly appointed "Kilo Kilonser" (Home Minister) said the NSCN-IM would explore all possibilities to spread awareness to strengthen the on-going peace process and that it was fully committed to forging unity and reconciliation within the "parameters of national principles". The seven-member Steering Committee was also expanded to 10 while an NSCN-IM Parliament was newly formed with 20 members. Former armed wing chief VS Atem is the Convenor of the Steering Committee. The organisation in 2001 had declared "a state of emergency" and dissolved the "underground government" following violence and anti-cease-fire protests in Manipur and handed over the responsibility of the organisation to a seven-member Steering Committee, the highest policy-making body of the outfit.
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According to media reports, the Garo National Council (GNC) has demanded the creation of a separate Garo State. Moving a resolution in the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly on June 1, GNC MLA Clifford R Marak referred to the difficulties being faced in
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According to media reports, the Garo National Council (GNC) has demanded the creation of a separate Garo State. Moving a resolution in the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly on June 1, GNC MLA Clifford R Marak referred to the difficulties being faced in the Garo Hills due to lack of communication facilities, increasing unemployment and worsening socio-economic conditions. Mr Marak also complained that government job opportunities for non-tribals were almost nil in the three districts of the Garo Hills.
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July - 1 
An Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) terrorist was killed in an encounter on July 1 at Nishargram village in Goalpara district. Two Chinese grenades, nine detonators and various incriminating documents were seized from the slain terrorist.
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An Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) terrorist was killed in an encounter on July 1 at Nishargram village in Goalpara district. Two Chinese grenades, nine detonators and various incriminating documents were seized from the slain terrorist.
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July - 1 
An unidentified ANVC terrorist was, separately, killed in an encounter with Assam Police near Dudhnoi in Assam on July 1.
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An unidentified ANVC terrorist was, separately, killed in an encounter with Assam Police near Dudhnoi in Assam on July 1.
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July - 1 
Earlier on July 1, police reportedly arrested an HNLC terrorist from 3rd Mile, Upper Shillong. Police also recovered an AK 47 rifle, a Smooth Bore Breech Loading (SBBL) gun, a country made revolver, ammunition and incriminating documents from the arr
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Earlier on July 1, police reportedly arrested an HNLC terrorist from 3rd Mile, Upper Shillong. Police also recovered an AK 47 rifle, a Smooth Bore Breech Loading (SBBL) gun, a country made revolver, ammunition and incriminating documents from the arrested terrorists.
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July - 1 
Five ANVC terrorists are reported to have surrendered before the officer-in-charge (OC) of Mendipather police station and Church leaders at East Garo Hills on July 1. For several weeks, there has been a proposal for peace talks between the Meghalaya
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Five ANVC terrorists are reported to have surrendered before the officer-in-charge (OC) of Mendipather police station and Church leaders at East Garo Hills on July 1. For several weeks, there has been a proposal for peace talks between the Meghalaya government and the Garo militants amidst claims of surrender by ANVC terrorists.
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July - 1 
In yet another incident, a Junior Engineer (JE) survived an attempt on his life when a group of terrorists fired upon his vehicle at Bhaderwah in Chamba.
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In yet another incident, a Junior Engineer (JE) survived an attempt on his life when a group of terrorists fired upon his vehicle at Bhaderwah in Chamba.
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July - 1 
Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Director General of Police (DGP) Ashok Kumar Suri said in Srinagar on July 1 that the Al Madina Regiment (AMR) had assassinated separatist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) senior leader Abdul Ghani Lone on May 21. The DG
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Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Director General of Police (DGP) Ashok Kumar Suri said in Srinagar on July 1 that the Al Madina Regiment (AMR) had assassinated separatist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) senior leader Abdul Ghani Lone on May 21. The DGP said the Al Madina Regiment is the second name of the Al Umar terrorist outfit.
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July - 1 
Left-wing extremist Naxalite group, the People’s War Group (PWG), on July 1, said it might have to reconsider its attitude on talks, if the government failed to announce cease-fire and create a conducive atmosphere in the State by July 20. On that da
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Left-wing extremist Naxalite group, the People’s War Group (PWG), on July 1, said it might have to reconsider its attitude on talks, if the government failed to announce cease-fire and create a conducive atmosphere in the State by July 20. On that day the two sides are due to hold face-to-face talks. The PWG also wanted a supervisory committee to be constituted to oversee the talks-process and suggested names of 14 persons from different walks of life for inclusion in the panel. In a statement, issued in Hyderabad on July 1, PWG State Committee Secretary Ramkrishna strongly condemned the recent encounters stating it not only indicated that "their (PWG) restraint was being viewed as lenience", but also offended all those who have been taking the talks- process ahead. The statement accused Warangal range Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Gautam Sawang of issuing political statements which were nothing but a warning to all those who have been standing up in support of "revolutionary and democratic movements". He also demanded the government to tender an apology for the Khammam encounter and institute a judicial inquiry, announce cease-fire and stop combing operations. Two women PWG cadres were killed in an encounter near Mamillavai and Valavanoor Reserve Forest Are of Aswapuram and Paloncha mandals (administrative unit) Khammam district on June 24.
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July - 1 
Media reports said the PWG Naxalites hoisted red flags on 200 acres of land in Chityal mandal in Warangal district. Reports said, Naxalites operating in the Chityal area planted flags on 40 acres of land in Ramachandrapur village, 30 acres in Shanthi
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Media reports said the PWG Naxalites hoisted red flags on 200 acres of land in Chityal mandal in Warangal district. Reports said, Naxalites operating in the Chityal area planted flags on 40 acres of land in Ramachandrapur village, 30 acres in Shanthinagar and 130 acres in the surrounding villages in the mandal. The Naxalites also reportedly erected banners warning local people not to purchase lands occupied by the Naxalites in the early 1990s.
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July - 1 
Police sources, meanwhile, said terrorists abducted and later killed a civilian of Khan Gogipora in Kulgam district on July 1.
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Police sources, meanwhile, said terrorists abducted and later killed a civilian of Khan Gogipora in Kulgam district on July 1.
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July - 1 
Terrorists killed a former terrorist, Javid Ahmad of Newlow, in the same district, sources added. Also a former terrorist was killed at Kitter Daji Dangiwacha.
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Terrorists killed a former terrorist, Javid Ahmad of Newlow, in the same district, sources added. Also a former terrorist was killed at Kitter Daji Dangiwacha.
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July - 1 
The DGP said, according to current estimates, approximately 3,500 terrorists are active in J&K. He also said, in the last 13 years, 13,317 civilians and 3,525 security force personnel were killed in 53,487 violent incidents. He added, in the last 13
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The DGP said, according to current estimates, approximately 3,500 terrorists are active in J&K. He also said, in the last 13 years, 13,317 civilians and 3,525 security force personnel were killed in 53,487 violent incidents. He added, in the last 13 years, nearly 9,741 grenade explosions and 6,763 firing incidents had occurred. In grenade explosions and mine blasts, nearly 10,334 people were injured. During the same period, nearly 9,087 security force personnel had sustained injuries in terrorism-related incidents.
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July - 1 
The Leader of a newly formed terrorist outfit, the Revolutionary Army of Arunachal Pradesh, was reportedly arrested in Gremey village, West Siang district. Identified as Anthony Doke, he, along with an associate, was arrested on July 1. Various incri
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The Leader of a newly formed terrorist outfit, the Revolutionary Army of Arunachal Pradesh, was reportedly arrested in Gremey village, West Siang district. Identified as Anthony Doke, he, along with an associate, was arrested on July 1. Various incriminating documents were also seized from their possession. Further details about the outfit and the whereabouts of other cadres are yet not available.
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July - 1 
The two-day general shut-down called the PWG in Khammam and Warangal districts had a partial effect in Khammam district on July 1. It was to protest the June 24 encounter.
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The two-day general shut-down called the PWG in Khammam and Warangal districts had a partial effect in Khammam district on July 1. It was to protest the June 24 encounter.
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July - 1 
Three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel and a civilian were injured in a grenade explosion at Tral.
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Three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel and a civilian were injured in a grenade explosion at Tral.
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July - 1 
Two hard-core terrorists belonging to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist outfit were killed in an encounter in the Pir Panjal range of Poonch district on July 1. An official spokesperson said, acting on a tip-off that a group of HM terrorists were
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Two hard-core terrorists belonging to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist outfit were killed in an encounter in the Pir Panjal range of Poonch district on July 1. An official spokesperson said, acting on a tip-off that a group of HM terrorists were hiding in the mountains, security forces (SFs) launched an operation to flush them out. As the SF personnel reached their target area, they were fired upon by the terrorists. In the ensuing encounter, the two terrorists were killed. The slain terrorists were identified as Sahil Fazal and Jamil Hamid, residents of Muzaffarabad in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK). Some arms and ammunition were also recovered from the encounter site.
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July - 2 
A Delhi court on July 2, further extended the judicial remand of Iftikhar Geelani, son-in-law of the All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani, till July 8 in a case under the Official Secrets Act. The court also allowed the D
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A Delhi court on July 2, further extended the judicial remand of Iftikhar Geelani, son-in-law of the All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani, till July 8 in a case under the Official Secrets Act. The court also allowed the Delhi police's request for further interrogation of the accused.
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July - 2 
A media report of July 2 said NLFT-Nayanbasi terrorists killed a local-level woman leader of the ruling Communist Party of India- Marxist (CPI-M) at Mungiabari in West Tripura district.
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A media report of July 2 said NLFT-Nayanbasi terrorists killed a local-level woman leader of the ruling Communist Party of India- Marxist (CPI-M) at Mungiabari in West Tripura district.
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July - 2 
A shoot-at-sight order has been issued along the Indo-Bhutan border in West Bengal during night to check infiltration of terrorists. Speaking to the media in Siliguri on July 2, the Inspector General (IG) of Police, North Bengal, Bhupinder Singh sai
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A shoot-at-sight order has been issued along the Indo-Bhutan border in West Bengal during night to check infiltration of terrorists. Speaking to the media in Siliguri on July 2, the Inspector General (IG) of Police, North Bengal, Bhupinder Singh said that the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) terrorists were still active in the region and a special operation group would be instituted to tackle them.
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July - 2 
A suspected JeM terrorist was arrested by SOG personnel from Saidpora-Kandi in Kupwara District.
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A suspected JeM terrorist was arrested by SOG personnel from Saidpora-Kandi in Kupwara District.
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July - 2 
According to a media report of July 2, a National Liberation Front of Tripura- Nayanbasi (NLFT-N) leader Haridhan Debabarma alias David Borok has confessed to West Agartala police that a human rights activist in the State played a crucial role in the
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According to a media report of July 2, a National Liberation Front of Tripura- Nayanbasi (NLFT-N) leader Haridhan Debabarma alias David Borok has confessed to West Agartala police that a human rights activist in the State played a crucial role in the formation of the NLFT. Without divulging name of the activist, the report also said the activist also paid several visits to NLFT camps in Bangladesh. Official sources reportedly added that he also acted as a conduit for various Northeast-based terrorist outfits, including the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak Muivah (NSCN-I M).
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July - 2 
According to a media report of July 2, the Debts Recovery Tribunal in Guwahati has directed the Reserve Bank of India to deduct an amount of Rs 14,54,516 from the principal deposit account of Assam government. The directive is meant to recover the lo
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According to a media report of July 2, the Debts Recovery Tribunal in Guwahati has directed the Reserve Bank of India to deduct an amount of Rs 14,54,516 from the principal deposit account of Assam government. The directive is meant to recover the loan granted to a travel company, Lahiri Travels that defaulted the amount. It was under the surrender and rehabilitation package of the then Hiteshwar Saikia government in 1992 that four Surrendered United Liberation Front of Asom (SULFA) members were extended the facility to set up the travel agency in Bongaigaon district. After the notices sent by the concerned bank, the State Bank of India (SBI), to Assam government and the defaulters for repayment of loan did not come through, the Bank appealed to the Tribunal. The Assam government guarantees any such loan taken under the scheme.
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July - 2 
According to media reports a former People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) terrorist belonging to Wabagai Waikhom Leikai was shot dead on July 2 at Kumbi Thingel Leikai Leibung Makhong near Kumbi police station. He is reported to have le
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According to media reports a former People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) terrorist belonging to Wabagai Waikhom Leikai was shot dead on July 2 at Kumbi Thingel Leikai Leibung Makhong near Kumbi police station. He is reported to have left his residence with an unidentified person on June 30. The family members of the deceased said he had joined the terrorist group 10 years ago but had disassociated himself following his arrest in 1997 and subsequent release on bail.
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July - 2 
According to media reports of July 2, police are suspecting the involvement of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists in the killing of Devjyoti Rava on June 30. Quoting sources the rep
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According to media reports of July 2, police are suspecting the involvement of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists in the killing of Devjyoti Rava on June 30. Quoting sources the report added that no arrests had been made thus far. Meghalaya Director General of Police L Sailo said that ANVC and NDFB usually held joint operations. State Home Minister Lotsing A Sangma said in the Legislative Assembly on July 2 that a massive combing operation has been launched.
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July - 2 
According to media reports, four former left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) alleged torture in police custody when they were produced before the Chief Judicial Magistrate’s court, Midnapore, on July 2. The Magistrate rejec
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According to media reports, four former left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) alleged torture in police custody when they were produced before the Chief Judicial Magistrate’s court, Midnapore, on July 2. The Magistrate rejected the prosecution plea for further interrogation in police custody and sent them to judicial custody till July 10. The Naxalites were arrested on June 23. The government counsel accused them of "waging war against the state" as well as "hatching criminal conspiracy and fanning hatred against the elected government." The police report also held the group responsible for conniving with the Naxalites of Andhra Pradesh, Bihar and Maoist insurgents in Nepal. This is first major case against the PWG after Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee spurned the possibility of dialogue with Naxalites and declared his intention to deal with them sternly.
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July - 2 
According to media reports, three terrorists were killed in separate encounters in Kamrup and Goalpara districts of Assam. A National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist was killed in an encounter at Gumoripar village in Kamrup district, on
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According to media reports, three terrorists were killed in separate encounters in Kamrup and Goalpara districts of Assam. A National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist was killed in an encounter at Gumoripar village in Kamrup district, on July 2. A revolver and two grenades were seized from his possession. Another NDFB terrorist was killed in a separate encounter at Doisapara village of the district on the same day.
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July - 2 
An activist of the ruling National Conference (NC) was killed by unidentified terrorists inside his Qazipora-Watpora residence in Baramulla district.
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An activist of the ruling National Conference (NC) was killed by unidentified terrorists inside his Qazipora-Watpora residence in Baramulla district.
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July - 2 
Delhi police, on July 2, arrested two persons, including a terrorist of the Lashkar-e-Toiba(LeT) and seized Rs seven lakh in cash. Official sources indicated that the arrest followed information that a hawala (illegal money transfer) dealer was to ha
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Delhi police, on July 2, arrested two persons, including a terrorist of the Lashkar-e-Toiba(LeT) and seized Rs seven lakh in cash. Official sources indicated that the arrest followed information that a hawala (illegal money transfer) dealer was to hand over a cash consignment to an LeT terrorist. A trap was laid and the dealer was caught handing over the money to LeT terrorist Mohammed Ayub Mir. Police claimed that Pakistan-based LeT leaders routed the money for cadres in Jammu and Kashmir. The Two have been booked under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA).
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July - 2 
Four left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), including a woman cadre, were killed in an encounter at Narella village, Karimnagar district on July 2. The slain Naxalites were identified as Karminagar district committee secreta
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Four left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), including a woman cadre, were killed in an encounter at Narella village, Karimnagar district on July 2. The slain Naxalites were identified as Karminagar district committee secretary and North Telangana Special Zone (NTSZ) committee member Padmakka alias N Rajitha, her personal security guard Manasa, Karimnagar district Action Team commander Sagar and People's Guerrilla Army (PGA) platoon member Vikram. 32 year-old Padmakka, is also the wife of PW Central Committee member Sande Rajamouli alias Prasad, and carried a reward of Rs 5 lakh on her head. Sagar carried Rs 2 lakh reward on his head. Police sources said there was information about the movements of 9th platoon of PGA in Nerella, Kalleda, Rayakal, Rachepalli and Habsipur villages and that they were collecting "donations" from contractors and businessman. To check the movements of the Naxalites, a police team was sent to Nerella village. During the course of a Gramsabha (village assembly), police were informed about the presence of the Naxalites atop a hillock abutting the village. The police reached the spot and caught the PW squad unawares leading to exchange of fire for over 30 minutes. After the firing stopped, police searched the place and found the bodies of the four Naxalites. Approximately, five to six Naxalites were suspected to have fled the scene. The police also seized an AK-47 rifle, an SLR and two 303 rifles from the encounter site. Speaking to the media, a senior police official said the PWG Naxalites were collecting donations from contractors and businessmen ever since the talks began. During the last one and half months, this particular squad alone collected funds to the tune of Rs 2 crore, he claimed. The encounter has cast a shadow on the possibility of direct talks between the PWG and the government, as it took place just a day after the PWG announced that it might "reconsider its stand on talks if the government failed to create conducive atmosphere".
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July - 2 
Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist Tariq Ahmad Lone was arrested by security forces after an encounter in the Erim Colony of Aishmuqam in Anantnag district. A civilian was injured during the encounter. An AK assault rifle, four magazines, two grenades
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Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist Tariq Ahmad Lone was arrested by security forces after an encounter in the Erim Colony of Aishmuqam in Anantnag district. A civilian was injured during the encounter. An AK assault rifle, four magazines, two grenades and a wireless set were recovered from Lone.
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July - 2 
In another incident, a civilian was abducted and later killed by two unidentified terrorists at Singhpura Chatru in Kishtwar, Doda district on July 2.
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In another incident, a civilian was abducted and later killed by two unidentified terrorists at Singhpura Chatru in Kishtwar, Doda district on July 2.
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July - 2 
Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen (JuM) chief Ghulam Rasool said his terrorist group has formed a "death squad" led by Deputy Chief Commander Tahirul Islam to assassinate Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah, his son and Union Minister of State
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Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen (JuM) chief Ghulam Rasool said his terrorist group has formed a "death squad" led by Deputy Chief Commander Tahirul Islam to assassinate Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah, his son and Union Minister of State for External Affairs Omar Abdullah and some more Ministers. Talking to the media, Rasool said, apart from targeting top leaders, the squad has also directed to target office-bearers and supporters of the National Conference who were, what he said, perpetuating Kashmir's subjugation. However he added that the squad would not target inactive members of the National Conference.
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July - 2 
Official sources said two terrorists and a security force (SF) personnel were killed in an encounter on July 2 at Angan Pathri in the Sabjian area of Mandi sector in Poonch district. With this, a total of nine terrorists have been killed in Angan Pat
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Official sources said two terrorists and a security force (SF) personnel were killed in an encounter on July 2 at Angan Pathri in the Sabjian area of Mandi sector in Poonch district. With this, a total of nine terrorists have been killed in Angan Pathri during the last eight days. Two AK rifles, two radio sets, two pouches and ammunition were recovered from the encounter site. The identity of the terrorists has not been established thus far but they are believed to be foreign mercenaries.
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July - 2 
Police arrested a left-wing extremist, Naxalite of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) from Bangaro village, Tundi police station limits, Dhanbad district, on July 2. Official sources said the Naxalite was allegedly involved in the October 31, 2001-Top
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Police arrested a left-wing extremist, Naxalite of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) from Bangaro village, Tundi police station limits, Dhanbad district, on July 2. Official sources said the Naxalite was allegedly involved in the October 31, 2001-Topchanchi massacre in which 13 police personnel were killed.
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July - 2 
PWG Naxalites blasted the house of a renegade Naxalite, Tirumalesh in Kistampeta village, Karimnagar district. He, was with Peddapally Local Guerrilla Squad and had attacked his dalam (squad) members and surrendered to the police on November 17, 2001
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PWG Naxalites blasted the house of a renegade Naxalite, Tirumalesh in Kistampeta village, Karimnagar district. He, was with Peddapally Local Guerrilla Squad and had attacked his dalam (squad) members and surrendered to the police on November 17, 2001.
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July - 2 
Self-styled National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) ‘deputy minister for information and publicity’ Kughalu Mulatonu, on July 2, said his organisation was ready to hold talks with the Union government within India, preferably in Naga
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Self-styled National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) ‘deputy minister for information and publicity’ Kughalu Mulatonu, on July 2, said his organisation was ready to hold talks with the Union government within India, preferably in Nagaland. Talking to the media, Mulatonu, however, added the peace talks could be held only after all arrangements for establishment of the Cease-fire Supervisory Board Office, designated camps and implementation of ground rules were completed. Mulatoni also criticised the rival National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) for creating obstacles in the search for a place for the Cease-fire Supervisory Board Office at Dimapur. He further urged the Union Government to direct the State administration to find a location for the office, failing which it would resort to force leading to bloodshed. Mulatoni also said that talks with the Cease-fire Monitoring Group were on to locate the designated camps throughout the State to facilitate safe shelters for its members. Though the NSCN-K was in no hurry to hold talks with the Union government, he said the outfit would resume talks with the public to find out the modalities and basis of dialogue with the Union government, which should begin immediately after completion of preliminary talks.
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July - 2 
Several surrendered terrorists belonging to various groups criticised the Manipur State government for its failure to accommodate them in the mainstream. Speaking to the media, on July 2, the surrendered terrorists said, they had abandoned their old
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Several surrendered terrorists belonging to various groups criticised the Manipur State government for its failure to accommodate them in the mainstream. Speaking to the media, on July 2, the surrendered terrorists said, they had abandoned their old ways following promise of assistance by the State government. However, the attitude of the government has put them in a dilemma.
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July - 2 
Speaking to the media in New Delhi, an External Affairs Ministry spokesperson said infiltration has continued from across the borders for the last one week. She said, since June 24, there were three infiltration attempts, two in the Jammu-Rajouri sec
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Speaking to the media in New Delhi, an External Affairs Ministry spokesperson said infiltration has continued from across the borders for the last one week. She said, since June 24, there were three infiltration attempts, two in the Jammu-Rajouri sector and another in the Kupwara area, which were foiled. The spokesperson said no trend has been established on the ground to suggest that "there is a radical shift" in Pakistan's attitude for a convincing and definite end to infiltration and to the promotion, support and abetment of cross-border terrorism. "Pakistan's past record of behaviour does inspire much confidence," she said. Stressing that India was looking for action from Pakistan in ending cross-border terrorism, infiltration and dismantling of terrorist infrastructure, she said "We are looking for action from Pakistan. That is where Pakistan needs to move to deliver."
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July - 2 
State Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, while asserting that the government was committed to a negotiated settlement to the Naxal problem, said the police cannot keep quiet if PWG leaders went about visiting villages armed with guns. He said, ‘‘We
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State Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, while asserting that the government was committed to a negotiated settlement to the Naxal problem, said the police cannot keep quiet if PWG leaders went about visiting villages armed with guns. He said, ‘‘We will not allow PW to take advantage of the on-going talks process. The government wants the process of negotiations to continue. But it also has the responsibility to maintain law and order.’’ On the other hand, PWG representatives—Vara Vara Rao and Gadar accused the government of indulging in ‘‘provocative actions’’ without positively responding to the PWG’s demand for declaration of cease-fire and constitution of a supervisory panel.
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July - 2 
Terrorists attacked a police post at Dachan and four Village Defence Committee (VDC) posts at Lopara, Bathpura, Paryas and Tundar in the Marwah area of Kishtwar. Even as police personnel and VDC members retaliated, the terrorists managed to escape fr
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Terrorists attacked a police post at Dachan and four Village Defence Committee (VDC) posts at Lopara, Bathpura, Paryas and Tundar in the Marwah area of Kishtwar. Even as police personnel and VDC members retaliated, the terrorists managed to escape from the incident site. No casualties were reported on either side.
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July - 2 
The Border Security Force (BSF) arrested another HM terrorist, Aijaz Ahmad Wani alias Azza, a close associate of the outfit’s ‘company commander’, Arshad, from Anchar in Soura on the outskirts of Srinagar. A rocket launcher with a rocket and a 60-mm
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The Border Security Force (BSF) arrested another HM terrorist, Aijaz Ahmad Wani alias Azza, a close associate of the outfit’s ‘company commander’, Arshad, from Anchar in Soura on the outskirts of Srinagar. A rocket launcher with a rocket and a 60-mm mortar bomb were recovered from him.
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July - 2 
The dead body of a surrendered terrorist was recovered from Tengghat in Bandipora. He was reportedly abducted by terrorists and killed allegedly for his links with the SFs. Separately, terrorists killed a civilian in his house at Khurpora- Awantipora
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The dead body of a surrendered terrorist was recovered from Tengghat in Bandipora. He was reportedly abducted by terrorists and killed allegedly for his links with the SFs. Separately, terrorists killed a civilian in his house at Khurpora- Awantipora in the Pulwama district.
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July - 2 
The Union government on July 2 banned the Tamil Nadu Liberation Army (TNLA), the Tamil National Retrieval Troops (TNRT) and the Akhil Bharat Nepali Ekta Samaj (ABNES), under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA). Speaking to the media in New Delhi
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The Union government on July 2 banned the Tamil Nadu Liberation Army (TNLA), the Tamil National Retrieval Troops (TNRT) and the Akhil Bharat Nepali Ekta Samaj (ABNES), under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA). Speaking to the media in New Delhi, a spokesman of the Ministry of Home Affairs said these "organisations are found to be involved in terrorist activities and the government has banned the activities of these organisations with immediate effect". With this, a total of 32 organisations have been declared unlawful under POTA.
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July - 2 
The United Jihad Council (UJC), a Pakistan-based coalition of terrorist organisations operating in J&K––in a statement, on July 2, called on the separatist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) to take a clear stand on the proposed Assembly election
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The United Jihad Council (UJC), a Pakistan-based coalition of terrorist organisations operating in J&K––in a statement, on July 2, called on the separatist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) to take a clear stand on the proposed Assembly elections in J&K.
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July - 2 
Three more terrorists, including an ‘area commander’, of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) were killed in another encounter in the Dranti forest area under Darhal police station’s jurisdiction in Rajouri district on the same day. Some more terrorists were t
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Three more terrorists, including an ‘area commander’, of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) were killed in another encounter in the Dranti forest area under Darhal police station’s jurisdiction in Rajouri district on the same day. Some more terrorists were trapped in the operation, which was going on when reports last came in. The slain terrorists were from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK). Three AK rifles, one pistol, 12 AK magazines, 330 pistols rounds, two radio sets, three kg RDX and 12 grenades have been recovered from the encounter site.
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July - 2 
Two foreign mercenaries were killed in a joint operation by the Special Operations Group (SOG) of the local police and security forces in Kanthawali forests in Kupwara district on July 2. A large quantity of arms and ammunition was recovered from the
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Two foreign mercenaries were killed in a joint operation by the Special Operations Group (SOG) of the local police and security forces in Kanthawali forests in Kupwara district on July 2. A large quantity of arms and ammunition was recovered from the encounter site.
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July - 3 
A Karachi-based terrorist of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) was killed in an encounter with the Border Security Force (BSF) in Pulwama district on the same day. A BSF personnel was injured in the encounter.
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A Karachi-based terrorist of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) was killed in an encounter with the Border Security Force (BSF) in Pulwama district on the same day. A BSF personnel was injured in the encounter.
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July - 3 
A media report of July 3 said, Tiwa organisations from Karbi Anglaong in Assam, the All Tiwa Students Union (ATSU), Autonomy Demand Struggling Forum (ADSF) and the All Tiwa Women Association (ATWA) have submitted a joint memorandum to Deputy Prime Mi
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A media report of July 3 said, Tiwa organisations from Karbi Anglaong in Assam, the All Tiwa Students Union (ATSU), Autonomy Demand Struggling Forum (ADSF) and the All Tiwa Women Association (ATWA) have submitted a joint memorandum to Deputy Prime Minister and Union Home Minister L.K. Advani. In the memorandum, copy of which was also sent to the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), these orgaisations have complained that the community in the district is faced with threats from United People's Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) terrorists. The memorandum has also appealed for measures to ensure their security.
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July - 3 
According to a media report, official sources said a group of 20, including three women cadres, United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists have infiltrated the Nalbari district in Lower Assam. While speaking in Guwahati, on July 3, the officia
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According to a media report, official sources said a group of 20, including three women cadres, United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists have infiltrated the Nalbari district in Lower Assam. While speaking in Guwahati, on July 3, the officials said these terrorists would attempt to move to other districts in the area, in order to, extort money and recruit new cadres. The other district where the officials suspect the terrorists would spread to is Barpeta. One of the officials said, "Their aim is to collect funds and mobilise the youths of lower Assam to join the ULFA." The group is allegedly led by a Bhutanese, Dilip Dihingiya. The sources claimed that the information was collected by security forces following an interception of a radio message of the outfit meant for its cadres.
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July - 3 
According to delayed media report quoting police sources a top leader of People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) the self-styled home secretary of the outfit Tourangbam Brojeshwar, was arrested with incriminating documents following a rai
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According to delayed media report quoting police sources a top leader of People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) the self-styled home secretary of the outfit Tourangbam Brojeshwar, was arrested with incriminating documents following a raid at Uripok area near Imphal on July 3.
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July - 3 
According to media reports Meghalaya Police have arrested four Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) terrorists from different parts of the State since July 1. While two HNLC terrorists were arrested from Shillong City on July 3 another sus
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According to media reports Meghalaya Police have arrested four Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) terrorists from different parts of the State since July 1. While two HNLC terrorists were arrested from Shillong City on July 3 another suspected terrorist was also picked up by the police from Nongthyllep village near Mairang in West Khasi Hills on the same day.
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July - 3 
An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast was reported on the National Highway near Pattan. Terrorists had reportedly targeted a security forces convoy. However, the blast occurred far away from the targeted vehicle. No casualties were reported in t
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An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast was reported on the National Highway near Pattan. Terrorists had reportedly targeted a security forces convoy. However, the blast occurred far away from the targeted vehicle. No casualties were reported in this incident.
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July - 3 
Britain asked Pakistan to effect significant reduction in cross-border infiltration into Jammu and Kashmir. Speaking to the media in New Delhi on July 3, visiting British Defence Secretary Geoffrey Hoon said, "It is important that Pakistan maintains
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Britain asked Pakistan to effect significant reduction in cross-border infiltration into Jammu and Kashmir. Speaking to the media in New Delhi on July 3, visiting British Defence Secretary Geoffrey Hoon said, "It is important that Pakistan maintains its efforts to control cross-border terrorism... this remains a matter of great concern to the United Kingdom and (this) is something we strongly emphasised to the Government of Pakistan". Respond to reports that infiltration had picked up after a lull, he said, "This is precisely why I emphasised the importance the U.K. Government attaches to this issue. We want to see a significant reduction in infiltration across the Line of Control.'' On reports of terrorist sympathisers collecting funds in UK to sustain terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir, Hoon said, "Tthis is not something we will tolerate. We have changed our laws specifically to give the police and authorities the power to deal with any organisation that is raising funds for the use of terrorists abroad''.
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July - 3 
Meanwhile, destroyed a terrorist hideout after an encounter with unidentified terrorists in Pattan. An SF personnel sustained injuries in the encounter. All the terrorists at the hideout managed to escape.
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Meanwhile, destroyed a terrorist hideout after an encounter with unidentified terrorists in Pattan. An SF personnel sustained injuries in the encounter. All the terrorists at the hideout managed to escape.
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July - 3 
Police, on July 3, arrested Tamil Mandram organiser R. Pavannan in Pudukotttai on charges that he made an ‘inflammatory speech’ in support of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) at a meeting in Erode district a few days ago. The Tamil Mandram
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Police, on July 3, arrested Tamil Mandram organiser R. Pavannan in Pudukotttai on charges that he made an ‘inflammatory speech’ in support of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) at a meeting in Erode district a few days ago. The Tamil Mandram, a literary outfit, is closely associated with P. Nedumaran's Tamil Nationalist Movement. A sympathiser of the LTTE, Pavannan was among those who courted arrest at Pudukottai recently after having attempted to burn copies of the AIADMK-sponsored Legislative Assembly resolution demanding extradition of the LTTE leader Prabakaran for standing trial in the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case.
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July - 3 
Rejecting the cease-fire demand of left-wing extremist group, Naxalites, the People’s War Group (PWG) on July 3, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said those violating the law will be dealt with firmly. Speaking to the media in Hydera
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Rejecting the cease-fire demand of left-wing extremist group, Naxalites, the People’s War Group (PWG) on July 3, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said those violating the law will be dealt with firmly. Speaking to the media in Hyderabad, he said, "How can they (Naxalites) continue armed struggle and have discussions…. At least they should say they will stop it". He added that police will continue to maintain law and order and "anyone with weapons will be dealt with firmly". He dismissed suggestions of fake encounters in the State, and also said, "No one can violate the law. How can their armed struggle get support?" However, he said the peace process will continue and that he was seeking a ‘permanent solution’ to the problem.
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July - 3 
Reports of July 3 quoting police sources indicated that the incident may have occurred due to mistaken identity, as the jeep they were travelling resembled a police vehicle.
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Reports of July 3 quoting police sources indicated that the incident may have occurred due to mistaken identity, as the jeep they were travelling resembled a police vehicle.
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July - 3 
Reports said, Assam police, on July 3, seized 72 rounds of live cartridges and a walkie-talkie at Dhansiri in Karbi Anglong district. The seizure followed an encounter with suspected Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) terrorists. The terrorists reportedly manag
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Reports said, Assam police, on July 3, seized 72 rounds of live cartridges and a walkie-talkie at Dhansiri in Karbi Anglong district. The seizure followed an encounter with suspected Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) terrorists. The terrorists reportedly managed to flee from the encounter-site. Further details on the incident are awaited.
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July - 3 
Some 10 persons were injured in an explosion inside a Bareilly-New Delhi passenger train at Chandausi railway station on July 3. A railway spokesman said, "The blast appears to be an ordinary one of low magnitude". Further investigations are on.
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Some 10 persons were injured in an explosion inside a Bareilly-New Delhi passenger train at Chandausi railway station on July 3. A railway spokesman said, "The blast appears to be an ordinary one of low magnitude". Further investigations are on.
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July - 3 
The Special Operations Group (SOG) of Jammu & Kashmir Police on July 3 killed Jehangir Ahmed Baba, a front-ranking terrorist of the Al-Omar Mujahideen, who, according to official sources, had killed two activists of the ruling National Conference (NC
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The Special Operations Group (SOG) of Jammu & Kashmir Police on July 3 killed Jehangir Ahmed Baba, a front-ranking terrorist of the Al-Omar Mujahideen, who, according to official sources, had killed two activists of the ruling National Conference (NC) in the capital city of Srinagar in May and June 2002. The encounter occurred on the outskirts of Srinagar in Nowgam. A Pistol, two rifle grenades and two hand grenades were recovered from his possession.
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July - 4 
A civilian haling from Bandipora was killed by unidentified terrorists at his residence on the same day. However, no arrests have been made thus far in connection with this killing. Separately, terrorists killed another civilian at Shah Mohallah, Sog
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A civilian haling from Bandipora was killed by unidentified terrorists at his residence on the same day. However, no arrests have been made thus far in connection with this killing. Separately, terrorists killed another civilian at Shah Mohallah, Sogam, at his residence.
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July - 4 
A media report of July 4 indicated that a Bangladesh-based Islamic fundamentalist organisation, Jamat-e-Islami (JeI) may be helping Asam-based Islamic terrorist outfits like Muslim United Liberation Front of Assam (MULTA). Quoting security force offi
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A media report of July 4 indicated that a Bangladesh-based Islamic fundamentalist organisation, Jamat-e-Islami (JeI) may be helping Asam-based Islamic terrorist outfits like Muslim United Liberation Front of Assam (MULTA). Quoting security force officials in Guwahati, the report further said it was known after the arrest of Sahadat Hussain, a MULTA terrorist in Dhubri district, on an unspecified date. The terrorist is reported to have confessed that after he joined MULTA he frequented to Bangladesh to meet the JeI leaders.
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July - 4 
A terrorist belonging to the Harkat ul-Jihad-i-Islami (HuJI) and a SF personnel were killed in an encounter at village Kowatch, Doda district. Two rifles and some ammunition have been recovered from the encounter site.
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A terrorist belonging to the Harkat ul-Jihad-i-Islami (HuJI) and a SF personnel were killed in an encounter at village Kowatch, Doda district. Two rifles and some ammunition have been recovered from the encounter site.
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July - 4 
A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was killed in an encounter near Chappakhowa in Tinsukia district, on July 4. The incident occurred following an interception of a group of two terrorists by the security forces (SFs). When the SFs tr
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A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was killed in an encounter near Chappakhowa in Tinsukia district, on July 4. The incident occurred following an interception of a group of two terrorists by the security forces (SFs). When the SFs tried to interrogate, the terrorists allegedly opened fire and one of the terrorists was killed in the retaliatory firing. His accomplice reportedly managed to escape. The terrorists reportedly belonged to the '28 ULFA battalion'. Six kg of explosives were also seized from the encounter site. A search operation was on to nab that terrorist till the reports last came in.
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July - 4 
A United National Liberation Front (UNLF) terrorist of Khurai Salanthong was arrested by 12 Assam Rifles personnel from the Khurai Salanthong area. A Chinese made 9 mm pistol and some ammunition were seized from his possession. Two other terrorists h
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A United National Liberation Front (UNLF) terrorist of Khurai Salanthong was arrested by 12 Assam Rifles personnel from the Khurai Salanthong area. A Chinese made 9 mm pistol and some ammunition were seized from his possession. Two other terrorists have reportedly managed to escape.
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July - 4 
According to media reports approximately four terrorists of Revolutionary People's Front (RPF) and People’s Liberation Army (PLA) have been arrested by the State Police from several places in Manipur. One PLA terrorist of Thoubal Kiyam Awang Leikai
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According to media reports approximately four terrorists of Revolutionary People's Front (RPF) and People’s Liberation Army (PLA) have been arrested by the State Police from several places in Manipur. One PLA terrorist of Thoubal Kiyam Awang Leikai, was arrested by the Thoubal district police during search operations at Heirok Bazaar (market) on July 4.
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July - 4 
According to media reports, Assam government, on July 4 formally agreed to the creation of Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC). The proposed council would comprise 3,070 villages. To safeguard the interests of non-tribals this body would also be grant
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According to media reports, Assam government, on July 4 formally agreed to the creation of Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC). The proposed council would comprise 3,070 villages. To safeguard the interests of non-tribals this body would also be granted Constitutional recognition. The decision was arrived at a tripartite meeting in New Delhi, attended to by the Deputy Prime Minster and the Home Minister L K Advani, Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi and the Bodo representatives. It was also decided at the meeting that a joint expert committee of the Union government and the State government would be set up to propose changes in the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution, in order to, safeguard the rights of the non-tribals living in the area.
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July - 4 
According to media reports, elected members showed their concern on the menace of terrorism during a debate in the National Assembly, on July 4. The matter discussed included, inter alia, Assam-based terrorist outfit United Liberation Front of Asom (
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According to media reports, elected members showed their concern on the menace of terrorism during a debate in the National Assembly, on July 4. The matter discussed included, inter alia, Assam-based terrorist outfit United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and problem of infiltration posed by the Kamptapur Liberation Organisation (KLO).
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July - 4 
Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi is expected to meet Deputy Prime Minister (PM) and Union Home Minister L.K. Advani and discuss the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) issue on July 4, media reports said. The Chief Minister would present to Advani the
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Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi is expected to meet Deputy Prime Minister (PM) and Union Home Minister L.K. Advani and discuss the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) issue on July 4, media reports said. The Chief Minister would present to Advani the recommendations of the State-level all-party meeting. An all-party meeting held in Guwahati, on June 25, approved the merger of 126 additional villages with the proposed BTC area.
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July - 4 
Assam government, on July 4 asked for additional security forces (SFs) for counter-insurgency operations in the State, said media reports. The Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi in his meeting held in New Delhi with the Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani deman
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Assam government, on July 4 asked for additional security forces (SFs) for counter-insurgency operations in the State, said media reports. The Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi in his meeting held in New Delhi with the Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani demanded for the same. He also informed the media persons that though security environment in the State has improved, additional forces were needed to check the activities of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN) terrorist factions and the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) terrorists.
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July - 4 
Chief Minister Mayawati on July 4 declared 297 predominantly scheduled caste and scheduled tribes populated but left-wing extremist, Naxalit-affected hamlets as Ambedkar villages. A special police is to be raised to take up the security of this belt
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Chief Minister Mayawati on July 4 declared 297 predominantly scheduled caste and scheduled tribes populated but left-wing extremist, Naxalit-affected hamlets as Ambedkar villages. A special police is to be raised to take up the security of this belt covering six districts in Varanasi, Azamgarh and Mirzapur divisions of the State.
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July - 4 
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Prem Kumar Dhumal on July 4 said that there is a real danger of terrorism from Jammu and Kashmir spilling over into the State. Inaugurating the annual civil-military liaison conference in Shimla, he said that wheneve
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Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Prem Kumar Dhumal on July 4 said that there is a real danger of terrorism from Jammu and Kashmir spilling over into the State. Inaugurating the annual civil-military liaison conference in Shimla, he said that whenever there was pressure of the security forces on terrorists and other miscreants in J & K, there had been a spillover in Chamba district of this State, because of which there was a need to maintain a high level of vigilance.
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July - 4 
Media reports indicated that Assam government's bid to create the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) as a solution to the ongoing Bodo issue may face with serious difficulty. The reports said various Bodo and non-Bodo groups have joined the issue to
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Media reports indicated that Assam government's bid to create the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) as a solution to the ongoing Bodo issue may face with serious difficulty. The reports said various Bodo and non-Bodo groups have joined the issue to make a point in this regard. Creation of the BTC was agreed as a part of the ongoing peace talks with the Bodo Liberation Tiger (BLT). Whereas, the All Bodo Students Union (ABSU) and the Bodo Peoples Action Committee (BPAC) have criticised the Chief Minister (CM) Tarun Gogoi's statement regarding granting of Schedule Tribe status to Koch Rajbongshi and the Adivasi community presently residing in the Bodoland Autonomous Council (BAC) area of Assam. The Sonmilitha Jana Goshtiyo Sangram Samiti (SJSS) declared that it will not accept the agreement of July 4 meeting held in New Delhi. The ABSU president Rabiram Narzary said in Guwahati, on July 5 that these were separate issues and the organisation is against 'mixing up' of one with the other.
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July - 4 
Mirwaiz Omar Farooq, a senior leader of the separatist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) on July 4 criticised the Pakistan-based United Jehad Council (UJC) for asking the APHC to make public their stand on the forthcoming Legislative Assembly el
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Mirwaiz Omar Farooq, a senior leader of the separatist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) on July 4 criticised the Pakistan-based United Jehad Council (UJC) for asking the APHC to make public their stand on the forthcoming Legislative Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir. "We don’t take dictation from anybody. Neither we do things on Indian dictates nor Pakistani... whatever decision we take will be in accordance with the need of the hour," said Mirawaiz, also a former Hurriyat chairman. "APHC won’t be guided by anyone. We are open to suggestions but we won’t be guided by anyone," he said, adding, "APHC is a political forum, whatever we feel is needed for strengthening the movement, we will do it."
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July - 4 
One SF personnel sustained injuries during an encounter at Chakoora, Pattan.
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One SF personnel sustained injuries during an encounter at Chakoora, Pattan.
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July - 4 
Police sources said the documents seized from the site of the July 2 Narella, encounter indicated that the PWG has plans to attack Karimnagar superintendent of police R S Praveen Kumar. A neatly-drawn map recovered by the police at the ‘encounter’ sp
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Police sources said the documents seized from the site of the July 2 Narella, encounter indicated that the PWG has plans to attack Karimnagar superintendent of police R S Praveen Kumar. A neatly-drawn map recovered by the police at the ‘encounter’ spot has led the police to believe that the PW had conducted a reconnaissance of the SP’s residence. The map, a copy of which was released to the media on July 4, showed the exact location of the SP’s residence. Reports said Praveen Kumar became an obvious target of the PWG in view of his ‘anti-Naxalite operations’ during the last year and a half.
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July - 4 
Self-styled commander of the Gudur Local Guerrilla Squad (LGS) of left-wing extremist, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) was killed in an encounter near Muslmadgu Vagu, Warangal district, on July 4. Addressing a press conference, the Directo
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Self-styled commander of the Gudur Local Guerrilla Squad (LGS) of left-wing extremist, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) was killed in an encounter near Muslmadgu Vagu, Warangal district, on July 4. Addressing a press conference, the Director General of Police (DGP) P Ramulu said the incident occurred following an interception of a group 15 Naxals between Sarvapur and Konapur villages by the police. The Naxals allegedly opened, an unprovoked fire on seeing the police party that was on a patrol duty. The police party was going to Sarvapur for the security of a gram sabha (village assembly). Other Naxalites, however, managed to escape. Later, the Naxalites returned again after two hours and allegedly engaged in firing with the police near Musalmadgu Vagu. The encounter was on when the report last came in. Some arms and ammunition were also seized from the encounter scene. The DGP has denied the allegation that the police was sabotaging the peace process. He said, " In fact, it was the PWG which had been using the breather to strengthen its base and network. The seized documents clearly indicate that the outlawed group was collecting huge sums of funds and trying to recruit more people into the People’s Guerrilla Army". The PWG has allegedly killed 16 persons, tried to kill 17 others, indulged in nine landmine blasts, besides carrying out various violent activities since February 10, 2002, the day they announced cease-fire, Ramulu further said. According to him, as many as 24 Naxalites were killed in encounters during the same period. He also said that the police wanted the talks to be successful. "No government functionary would like the tense situation to continue. We lost a couple of thousands of officers - from constable to DIG level - fighting Naxalites during the three-decade long movement," he added.
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July - 4 
Speaking to media persons in Patna on July 4, Inspector General of Police (Operations) Neelmani said 61 left-wing extremists, Naxalites have laid down arms in Bihar in the "last few weeks". The surrender followed a police crackdown as well as the imp
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Speaking to media persons in Patna on July 4, Inspector General of Police (Operations) Neelmani said 61 left-wing extremists, Naxalites have laid down arms in Bihar in the "last few weeks". The surrender followed a police crackdown as well as the implementation of a new policy that promises to rehabilitate - and not prosecute - those who give up arms, he said. 53 of them who surrendered in Motihari and Darbhanga districts belonged to the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC). Rest eight, who surrendered in Kaimur district, were members of the People's War Group (PWG). Many of them have been identified for their involvement in several massacres, he said adding that the government would now process their cases to give them the benefits of the policy. Maoists are reportedly active in 24 of Bihar's 37 districts. The situation in eight districts is "very sensitive", Neelmani said.
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July - 4 
The Chief Minister also informed the media persons that majority of the demands made by the BLT, including reservation of seats, inclusion of Bodo language in the eight schedule of the Indian Constitution and creation of new districts has been accept
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The Chief Minister also informed the media persons that majority of the demands made by the BLT, including reservation of seats, inclusion of Bodo language in the eight schedule of the Indian Constitution and creation of new districts has been accepted. He said, "We have met most of their demands though differences over handing over of villages still remain." The CM also said that non-Bodo groups should also be involved in the peace talks. "We had even submitted a list identifying various non-Bodo groups who could be involved in the talk process. The Home Ministry also agreed to invite them but it never materialised", he further said.
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July - 4 
The Forest Minister of Meghalaya, Manindra Rabha has alleged that the district police chief and Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Tura were responsible for the killing of his eldest son Debyajyoti and four others. They were killed by the suspected Achik Na
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The Forest Minister of Meghalaya, Manindra Rabha has alleged that the district police chief and Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Tura were responsible for the killing of his eldest son Debyajyoti and four others. They were killed by the suspected Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) terrorists on June 30 night near Tikrikilla. He also alleged that the DC and police chief did not heed to his repeated complaints of ongoing terrorist activities in the area. He has also demanded disciplinary against them.
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July - 4 
The Midnapore police on July 4 arrested three persons, including a lecturer in Chemical Engineering at Rajabazar, from Kolkata and the suburbs for their alleged links with left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG). Official sour
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The Midnapore police on July 4 arrested three persons, including a lecturer in Chemical Engineering at Rajabazar, from Kolkata and the suburbs for their alleged links with left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG). Official sources said the arrested persons have been taken to Salboni in Midnapore west for interrogation.
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July - 4 
The SJSS in a press release issued in Guwahati, on the same day said it will not accept the creation of such a body under the amended Six Schedule of the Indian Constitution. SJSS is a platform organisation of 18 various non-Bodo groups. While agree
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The SJSS in a press release issued in Guwahati, on the same day said it will not accept the creation of such a body under the amended Six Schedule of the Indian Constitution. SJSS is a platform organisation of 18 various non-Bodo groups. While agreeing to the creation of the BTC in the July 4 meeting with the Union government, Assam government also reportedly asked for inclusion of Koch Rajbongshi and Adivasi community living within the present BAC boundary in the Schedule Tribe (ST) category. Bhumidhar Barman, chairman of the cabinet sub-committee on Bodo Affairs also told media persons that provision should be made for the reservation of seats for non-Bodos in the Assam Legislative Assembly. Adivasi and Koch Rajbongshi communities together with other smaller groups make approximately 65 percent of the population in the area.
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July - 4 
The Tamil Nadu police, on July 4, registered a case against the Marumalarchi Dravida Munn-etra Kazhagam (MDMK) leader and the Member of Parliament (MP) Vaiko and eight others under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) and the Unlawful Activities (P
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The Tamil Nadu police, on July 4, registered a case against the Marumalarchi Dravida Munn-etra Kazhagam (MDMK) leader and the Member of Parliament (MP) Vaiko and eight others under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 for their alleged pro-Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) statements. According to media reports, the police have also formed a special team to arrest Vaiko when he returns to India from the US. This was the first time that a case was filed in the State under the POTA.
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July - 4 
Three other members of the same group were arrested by the Imphal East district police from a house at Arapti Awang Leikai on July 4. The police have also reportedly arrested the owner of the house. According to police some incriminating documents we
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Three other members of the same group were arrested by the Imphal East district police from a house at Arapti Awang Leikai on July 4. The police have also reportedly arrested the owner of the house. According to police some incriminating documents were seized from the possession of the terrorists.
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July - 4 
Three terrorists, two security force (SF) personnel and two civilians were killed in separate terrorist-related incidents across the State of Jammu and Kashmir on July 4. Two unidentified terrorists and an SF personnel were killed in an encounter at
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Three terrorists, two security force (SF) personnel and two civilians were killed in separate terrorist-related incidents across the State of Jammu and Kashmir on July 4. Two unidentified terrorists and an SF personnel were killed in an encounter at Control Bomb Post, Poonch district. One SF personnel was injured during the encounter.
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July - 5 
105 left-wing extremists, Naxalites belonging to various groups, surrendered before the police in Karimnagar district on July 5. According to official sources, those surrendered included Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), the Communist Party
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105 left-wing extremists, Naxalites belonging to various groups, surrendered before the police in Karimnagar district on July 5. According to official sources, those surrendered included Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), the Communist Party of India, Marxist-Leninist, CPI-ML (Praja Pratighatana), the Telangana Janasabha, the Viplava Rythu Coolie Sangham and village organisations of the PWG, in Godavarikhani, Kataram, Malhar, Mahamuthram and Mahadevpur areas. Speaking to media persons, additional superintendent of police (ASP) (operations) of Karimnagar, Madhusudan Reddy said that some of the surrendered senior squad members of the PWG carried cash rewards on their heads.
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July - 5 
16 pilgrims, including four women were injured when an unidentified terrorist lobbed a hand grenade on devotees at the shrine of Hazrat Syed Saleh, in Khansaheb township, Budgam district, late on July 5 night. Sources said that a congregation of over
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16 pilgrims, including four women were injured when an unidentified terrorist lobbed a hand grenade on devotees at the shrine of Hazrat Syed Saleh, in Khansaheb township, Budgam district, late on July 5 night. Sources said that a congregation of over 4, 000 was participating in annual Urs celebrations when the blast occurred. Reports said that the entire Khansaheb locality observed shutdown in protest against the subversive act.
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July - 5 
A civilian sustained injuries when some terrorists fired upon him in close vicinity of the University campus in Hazratbal. Official sources said that unidentified terrorists had barged into the residence of a Kashmir University Professor, Ghulam Raso
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A civilian sustained injuries when some terrorists fired upon him in close vicinity of the University campus in Hazratbal. Official sources said that unidentified terrorists had barged into the residence of a Kashmir University Professor, Ghulam Rasool Malik, and demanded money.
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July - 5 
A group of four unidentified terrorists killed a village headman in his house at village Changa in the Gandoh area of Doda district on the same day. All four terrorists escaped after the killing. SFs have launched a search operation in Changa to trac
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A group of four unidentified terrorists killed a village headman in his house at village Changa in the Gandoh area of Doda district on the same day. All four terrorists escaped after the killing. SFs have launched a search operation in Changa to trace the killers.
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July - 5 
A group of terrorists opened heavy firing on a SF picket at Chichwa village, Udhampur district, on July 5 night. Sources said cross-firing between the two sides continued for two and a half hours after which the terrorists managed to escape. No casua
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A group of terrorists opened heavy firing on a SF picket at Chichwa village, Udhampur district, on July 5 night. Sources said cross-firing between the two sides continued for two and a half hours after which the terrorists managed to escape. No casualty were reported on either side in the encounter.
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July - 5 
A media report indicated that United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) is training its women cadres, mainly for spying. A senior Assam police official reportedly said in Guwahati on July 5 that apart from 'intelligence gathering' these women terrorists
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A media report indicated that United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) is training its women cadres, mainly for spying. A senior Assam police official reportedly said in Guwahati on July 5 that apart from 'intelligence gathering' these women terrorists may even take part, occasionally in the outfit's terrorist activities. Such training is allegedly going on in the outfit's Bhutan camps.
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July - 5 
A senior functionary of the PWG, Kuntham Mallaiah alias Sudheer alias Latchanna, who was arrested in Krishnasagar village, under the Burgampahad police station limits, Khammam district, has been booked under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) by
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A senior functionary of the PWG, Kuntham Mallaiah alias Sudheer alias Latchanna, who was arrested in Krishnasagar village, under the Burgampahad police station limits, Khammam district, has been booked under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) by the Andhra Pradesh Police. Mallaiah, a district committee member from Khammam, is the first PW leader to be booked under the POTA. Police sources said that Mallaiah was in charge of ‘military services activity’ of the PWG.
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July - 5 
According to media reports, Mohammad Anwar Banka, General Secretary of the Awami Mahaz (AM), was killed by suspected terrorists of the Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen (JuM) near Karan Nagar Chowk, Srinagar on July 5. Two others including the AM President was in
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According to media reports, Mohammad Anwar Banka, General Secretary of the Awami Mahaz (AM), was killed by suspected terrorists of the Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen (JuM) near Karan Nagar Chowk, Srinagar on July 5. Two others including the AM President was injured in this incident. Mohammad Anwar Banka, a former terrorist, was a counter-insurgent and owner of an electric goods shop in Budgam. The JuM has reportedly claimed responsibility and also threatened to similarly attack all mainstream political activists. It has reportedly formed a special squad, christened as Al-Jabbaar, to kill mainstream political activists likely to participate in the forthcoming State Legislative Assembly elections. The AM is a breakaway faction of the counter-insurgent Ikhwan organisation. According to official sources, the JuM has allegedly set up a special squad Al-Jabbaar to carry out such attacks ahead of the electoral process in the State. Pakistan-based Mushtaq Zargar’s terrorist outfit, Al-Umar Mujahideen, is also reported to have set up such a squad to carry out similar attacks in the capital city of Srinagar.
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July - 5 
According to media reports, the Advisory Board set up by the State government, having three sitting High Court judges as its members, has confirmed the ban on seven left-wing extremist, Naxalite groups under the Special Area Security Act (SASA). Ear
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According to media reports, the Advisory Board set up by the State government, having three sitting High Court judges as its members, has confirmed the ban on seven left-wing extremist, Naxalite groups under the Special Area Security Act (SASA). Earlier, on May 27, the State government had banned seven groups including the People’s War Group (PWG) and its six front organisations. They include the Adivasi Kisan Mazdoor Sangh (AKMS), the Krantikari Adivasi Mahila Sanghathan (KAMS), the Krantikari Kisan Mazdoor Sangh (KKMS), the Krantikari Balak Sangh (KBS), the Gram Raksha Dal (GRD) and the Gram Rajya Samiti (GRS). The State Government has made the Special Area Security Act (SASA) effective, in three Naxal affected areas, Balaghat, Mandla and Dindori districts.
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July - 5 
According to media reports, the State government has drafted a policy offering a comprehensive package for left-wing extremists laying down their arms. Quoting official sources, reports said the benefits under the policy included a life insurance pol
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According to media reports, the State government has drafted a policy offering a comprehensive package for left-wing extremists laying down their arms. Quoting official sources, reports said the benefits under the policy included a life insurance policy, housing under the Indira Awas Yojna, jobs under the Prime Minister’s Employment Scheme, monetary incentives for self-employment and cash rewards up to Rs 50,000. The policy will be implemented in Gadchiroli, Chandrapur, Bhandara, Gondia, Yavatmal and Nanded districts which have been described as "Naxal-prone.’’
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July - 5 
An encounter occurred between the terrorists and security forces at Mankuta in Gandoh area on July 5. During this encounter, terrorists, numbering two, managed to escape. However, the SF personnel succeeded in rescuing a civilian, who had been held h
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An encounter occurred between the terrorists and security forces at Mankuta in Gandoh area on July 5. During this encounter, terrorists, numbering two, managed to escape. However, the SF personnel succeeded in rescuing a civilian, who had been held hostage by the terrorists, in an injured condition. The rescued civilian was shot at and injured by the fleeing terrorists.
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July - 5 
Another civilian was abducted and later killed by terrorists near his house at Kathyal in Gandoh. Separately, terrorists in the Mangat area of Banihal killed another civilian on July 5.
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Another civilian was abducted and later killed by terrorists near his house at Kathyal in Gandoh. Separately, terrorists in the Mangat area of Banihal killed another civilian on July 5.
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July - 5 
In another incident, two houses of civilians were set ablaze by terrorists in Bajmasta, Sumbar.
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In another incident, two houses of civilians were set ablaze by terrorists in Bajmasta, Sumbar.
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July - 5 
Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh stating that all former Chief Ministers and some political leaders were being targeted by terrorists said that security escorts are being provided according to their categories. Replying during the question-
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Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh stating that all former Chief Ministers and some political leaders were being targeted by terrorists said that security escorts are being provided according to their categories. Replying during the question-answer session in the State Assembly on July 5 the Chief Minister who also holds the Home portfolio said that due to shortage of security forces, adequate security cover could not be provided to political leaders facing terrorist threats.
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July - 5 
Nagaland Chief Minister S C Jamir reiterated the need for all Naga people to unite and conclude a peaceful agreement to the ongoing Naga problem. Speaking at Kohima on July 5 on the occasion of the tree plantation ceremony in memory of late L V Red
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Nagaland Chief Minister S C Jamir reiterated the need for all Naga people to unite and conclude a peaceful agreement to the ongoing Naga problem. Speaking at Kohima on July 5 on the occasion of the tree plantation ceremony in memory of late L V Reddy, former Deputy Commissioner of Kohima, who was killed by terrorists on March 28, 1995, the Chief Minister said the Naga problem could not be solved through killings and fighting, which only revealed the anger, hatred and weakness of the assassins. Stating that terrorists’ killing their own people in the name of sovereignty had led to the destruction of the society, the Chief Minister said the cowardly act meant the terrorists had failed to convince others through force of argument or reason. The CM also said that unless all Naga people were united contributing their views and opinions to the peace process, no honourable and final settlement to the Naga problems could be arrived at. The Chief Minister described Reddy as a 'sincere, intelligent and forthright officer who was liked and admired by the people he served.
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July - 5 
Official sources said that two foreign mercenaries of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) outfit were killed in an encounter in Lancha, about 10 kms from Gool in Udhampur district on July 5. The encounter occurred when SF personnel raided a terrorist hide
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Official sources said that two foreign mercenaries of the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) outfit were killed in an encounter in Lancha, about 10 kms from Gool in Udhampur district on July 5. The encounter occurred when SF personnel raided a terrorist hideout in Lancha’s upper reaches where a group of four to five terrorists had reportedly taken shelter. According to these sources, the SF personnel were attacked by the terrorists from their hideout and in the ensuing encounter two terrorists were killed. The other terrorists managed to escape to an adjoining forest area and were being pursued by the SFs. Two AK rifles and four magazines were recovered from their possession. Sources added that the slain terrorists were involved in a series of blasts in Gool and also attacks on SFs.
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July - 5 
Pondicherry administration, on July 5, warned of severe action against those who support the proscribed Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). Addressing a press conference in Pondicherry Education Minister K Lakshminarayanan said the government ha
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Pondicherry administration, on July 5, warned of severe action against those who support the proscribed Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). Addressing a press conference in Pondicherry Education Minister K Lakshminarayanan said the government had information about the LTTE sympathisers and it was closely watching them. Since the Tamil Nadu government was taking serious efforts against the LTTE supporters, the possibility of infiltration of these elements to Pondicherry was there, he added.
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July - 5 
SF personnel arrested a harbourer of terrorists from the Keri village in Rajouri district and recovered a large quantity of arms and ammunition from the house. From the house, SFs recovered 20 time devices, six rocket gun ammunition rounds, 200 Pika
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SF personnel arrested a harbourer of terrorists from the Keri village in Rajouri district and recovered a large quantity of arms and ammunition from the house. From the house, SFs recovered 20 time devices, six rocket gun ammunition rounds, 200 Pika ammunition, two detonators and a Karachi-made biscuit packet.
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July - 5 
Speaking to media persons in Lucknow on July 5, Additional Director General of Police (Law, Order and Crime) Tilak Kak said a fraction of the State force would be demarcated and deployed in the region comprising comprising 54 villages in Ballia, 118
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Speaking to media persons in Lucknow on July 5, Additional Director General of Police (Law, Order and Crime) Tilak Kak said a fraction of the State force would be demarcated and deployed in the region comprising comprising 54 villages in Ballia, 118 in Sonbhadra, 55 in Mirzapur, 33 in Ghazipur, 35 in Chandauli and two in Mau district. He said that the Naxal activities of late had spilled over to Kushinagar and Maharajganj and deployment of the special unit would serve a great deal in crushing the Naxal movement with an iron hand. While the state government has earmarked Rs 11.96 crore for upgrading the force in this region, an equal amount has been sanctioned by the Union government which has expressed concerned over the increase in the Naxal movement in the State.
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July - 5 
Suspected National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists allegedly killed a trader at his residence in the Madhyasantipur area, under Gauripur police station limits in Dhubri district, on July 5. Reports said it was a group of three armed te
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Suspected National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists allegedly killed a trader at his residence in the Madhyasantipur area, under Gauripur police station limits in Dhubri district, on July 5. Reports said it was a group of three armed terrorists that attacked his residence and shot him dead from point blank range. No further details were available till the reports last came in.
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July - 5 
Two unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter at Chakalipathar area, under Barpathar police station limits of Golaghat district, on July 5. Quoting police sources reports said a group of four armed terrorists was intercepted by the police w
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Two unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter at Chakalipathar area, under Barpathar police station limits of Golaghat district, on July 5. Quoting police sources reports said a group of four armed terrorists was intercepted by the police who after a brief encounter were holed up in one of the houses in the vicinity. The house was latter surrounded by the police and the terrorists were asked to surrender. The terrorists opened fire, instead, and two terrorists were killed in the ensuing encounter. One of the civilians was also killed by stray bullets during the encounter. Two of their accomplices reportedly managed to escape. Their whereabouts could not be ascertained immediately. Live rounds of ammunition were also seized from the slained terrorists.
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July - 5 
Unidentified terrorists ambushed SF patrol party at Chamshar Top in Sangaldan area of Udhampur district, on July 5 night. In the ensuing encounter one SF personnel was killed and another injured. The terrorists, however, managed to escape after the e
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Unidentified terrorists ambushed SF patrol party at Chamshar Top in Sangaldan area of Udhampur district, on July 5 night. In the ensuing encounter one SF personnel was killed and another injured. The terrorists, however, managed to escape after the encounter. A combing operation has been launched in Chamshar Top to arrest the terrorists.
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July - 6 
A Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) terrorist was killed in an encounter in the Yarwan forest area, Rajpora area of Pulwama district on the same day.
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A Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) terrorist was killed in an encounter in the Yarwan forest area, Rajpora area of Pulwama district on the same day.
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July - 6 
According to media reports of July 6, an unidentified terrorist of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) was killed in an encounter at Paikandara. The incident occurred after the NDFB had unsuccessfully detonated an improvised explosive
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According to media reports of July 6, an unidentified terrorist of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) was killed in an encounter at Paikandara. The incident occurred after the NDFB had unsuccessfully detonated an improvised explosive device and started firing indiscriminately at the search party. The terrorists were reportedly killed in retaliatory firing. A light Chinese hand grenade was seized by the police.
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July - 6 
According to media reports of July 6, the Meghalaya Chief Minister FA Khonglam has said that the State government would not hesitate to use the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) against those found guilty of extortion in the State. Stating that th
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According to media reports of July 6, the Meghalaya Chief Minister FA Khonglam has said that the State government would not hesitate to use the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) against those found guilty of extortion in the State. Stating that the issue of introducing the POTA would be discussed during the next Cabinet meeting (July 16), the CM announced the formation of a special intelligence cell, headed by senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer WR Marbaniang, to investigate the alleged collection of funds by the Khasi Students’ Union (KSU) to prop up its newly-floated political wing.
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July - 6 
According to media reports of July 6, the self-styled ‘commander’ Mujibur Rahman of the Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) was killed in an encounter at Patoni in Nagaon district. The police have reportedly seized a foreign-made pistol,
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According to media reports of July 6, the self-styled ‘commander’ Mujibur Rahman of the Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) was killed in an encounter at Patoni in Nagaon district. The police have reportedly seized a foreign-made pistol, a .303 pistol and live cartridges from the encounter site.
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July - 6 
According to media reports, five terrorists have surrendered to the Assam Rifles with large amount of arms and ammunition in Agartala, on July 6. The surrendered terrorists include three from the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and two fr
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According to media reports, five terrorists have surrendered to the Assam Rifles with large amount of arms and ammunition in Agartala, on July 6. The surrendered terrorists include three from the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and two from the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF). The terrorists reportedly surrendered an AK-56 rifle, two revolvers, a large number of magazines and ammunition to the 11th battalion Assam Rifles Commandant Amit Sharma.
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July - 6 
In another incident, an auto-driver was injured when some unidentified terrorists fired upon him in close vicinity of the University campus in Hazratbal.
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In another incident, an auto-driver was injured when some unidentified terrorists fired upon him in close vicinity of the University campus in Hazratbal.
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July - 6 
In another incident, an unidentified terrorist was killed in Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri district. One AK-56 rifle and ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorist. Operation in the area was still going on as reports said some more terrorists
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In another incident, an unidentified terrorist was killed in Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri district. One AK-56 rifle and ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorist. Operation in the area was still going on as reports said some more terrorists were hiding in the area.
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July - 6 
In another incident, six security force (SF) personnel and five civilians were injured when unidentified terrorists lobbed hand grenade on SF patrol party at Kakapora township on Srinagar-Pulwama road.
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In another incident, six security force (SF) personnel and five civilians were injured when unidentified terrorists lobbed hand grenade on SF patrol party at Kakapora township on Srinagar-Pulwama road.
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July - 6 
Peace talks between the Andhra Pradesh government and left-wing extremist, Naxalite group, the People’s War Group (PWG) suffered a setback when PWG emissaries pulled out of the talks on July 6. The PWG representatives—Balladeer Gaddar and Vara Vara R
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Peace talks between the Andhra Pradesh government and left-wing extremist, Naxalite group, the People’s War Group (PWG) suffered a setback when PWG emissaries pulled out of the talks on July 6. The PWG representatives—Balladeer Gaddar and Vara Vara Rao—announced their pullout, at a press conference in Hyderabad, in protest against ‘fake encounters and police repression". They had participated in three rounds of talks. The PWG emissaries alleged that the government was resorting to "eliminate some people in the name of encounters instead of creating a conducive atmosphere for negotiations". They also demanded creating a monitoring committee comprising intellectuals and social workers to monitor the activities of the two sides in the wake of their trading allegations against each other.
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July - 6 
Security forces unearthed a hideout of terrorists in Kerni area, Poonch district, on July 6.Two pistol, some ammunition, documents and three bags were recovered from the hideout.
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Security forces unearthed a hideout of terrorists in Kerni area, Poonch district, on July 6.Two pistol, some ammunition, documents and three bags were recovered from the hideout.
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July - 6 
Speaking to media persons at Rangiya on July 6, the General Officer in Command, 21 Mountain Division, Major General Gaganjit Singh ruled out the presence of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) women suicide squad in Assam. Stating that the prese
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Speaking to media persons at Rangiya on July 6, the General Officer in Command, 21 Mountain Division, Major General Gaganjit Singh ruled out the presence of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) women suicide squad in Assam. Stating that the presence of women terrorists in the outfit was low in the State, Singh said that the few women terrorists who had married their ULFA compatriots were either settled abroad or had a "very minimum presence" in the State. Singh, who is commanding the anti-insurgency operations in militant-infested lower Assam areas, regretted that the ULFA had never shown willingness for unconditional talks. While confirming the existence of several ULFA camps in Bhutan, Singh urged the terrorist outfit to shun violence and come to the negotiation table. Commenting on possible joint operations against the terrorists in Bhutan, Singh said that he was not aware of any such moves and had not received any message from the Defence Ministry to go ahead with such an operation.
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July - 6 
The Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh said that the government was seriously considering an offer of general amnesty to terrorists, to facilitate meaningful political dialogues and solve the insurgency problem in the State. Stating that his
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The Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh said that the government was seriously considering an offer of general amnesty to terrorists, to facilitate meaningful political dialogues and solve the insurgency problem in the State. Stating that his Cabinet had already discussed the feasibility of inviting the terrorists to the negotiating table, the CM who was speaking in the State Assembly on July 6 said that a team has already been constituted to send feelers to the terrorist organisations. The CM also announced that a committee had been formed to work on the possibility of granting amnesty to all surrendered terrorists. Of the 110 surrendered terrorists, 88 persons are presently residing at the State Government Barrack.
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July - 6 
The Press Trust of India (PTI) reported that the HM, on July 6 claimed the responsibility for the July 5 killing of Awami Mahaz General Secretary Anwar Hussain in Srinagar.
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The Press Trust of India (PTI) reported that the HM, on July 6 claimed the responsibility for the July 5 killing of Awami Mahaz General Secretary Anwar Hussain in Srinagar.
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July - 6 
The State government, however, expressed optimism that the peace dialogue would continue without any hurdles. K Vijayarama Rao, Commercial Tax Minister and one of the representatives of the government side, noted that the government would hold direct
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The State government, however, expressed optimism that the peace dialogue would continue without any hurdles. K Vijayarama Rao, Commercial Tax Minister and one of the representatives of the government side, noted that the government would hold direct talks with the PWG leadership on July 20. The date for the direct dialogue was decided during the third round of talks on June 20.
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July - 6 
Two Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) terrorists, including one of its self-styled ‘commander’ were also killed in a separate encounter with the security forces at Lencha- Nallah in Udhampur district, on July 6.
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Two Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) terrorists, including one of its self-styled ‘commander’ were also killed in a separate encounter with the security forces at Lencha- Nallah in Udhampur district, on July 6.
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July - 6 
Two Pakistani terrorist of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed in an encounter at Sofshali in Kodernag, on July 6. According to official sources, the encounter occurred when, on a specific information, Security Force (SF) personnel conducted a cord
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Two Pakistani terrorist of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed in an encounter at Sofshali in Kodernag, on July 6. According to official sources, the encounter occurred when, on a specific information, Security Force (SF) personnel conducted a cordon-and-search operation in this remote south Kashmir village. Two SF personnel were also killed in the encounter. In Srinagar, a civilian was killed by an unidentified terrorist in Nowhatta locality. Official sources said that the civilian, Ghulam Mohiuddin Wani, an activist of the Awami Action Committee, was earlier associated with the Al Omar.
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July - 7 
A police personnel was injured when terrorists hurled a grenade and followed it by firing at a police station in Shopian, Pulwama district. Even as police personnel returned fire in retaliation, the terrorists managed to escape from the incident site
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A police personnel was injured when terrorists hurled a grenade and followed it by firing at a police station in Shopian, Pulwama district. Even as police personnel returned fire in retaliation, the terrorists managed to escape from the incident site.
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July - 7 
A State technical committee member of left-wing extremist, Naxalite, group, the People’s War Group (PWG), Sudhakar alias Raghu, was killed in an encounter between Parlapai and Uppalapadu village of Veldurthy mandal (administrative unit), Guntur distr
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A State technical committee member of left-wing extremist, Naxalite, group, the People’s War Group (PWG), Sudhakar alias Raghu, was killed in an encounter between Parlapai and Uppalapadu village of Veldurthy mandal (administrative unit), Guntur district, on July 7. The district police chief said, the police noticed Sudhakar and his accomplice between the two villages during night. On noticing the police, the Naxalite opened fire and in the ensuing encounter, he was killed. The police also recovered some arms and ammunition and revolutionary literature from the encounter site. Sudhakar was accused in several cases of violence, including the Bandalamottu landmine blast in which eight police personnel were killed, theft of firearms from an para-military training camp at Narasaraopet and the killing of an assistant sub-inspector at Pullalacheruvu in Prakasam district, the district police chief said.
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July - 7 
A terrorist was, meanwhile, killed in an encounter at Angan Pathri in the Pir Panjal range of Mandi sector in Poonch. According to official sources, upon interception him, the security forces (SFs) had asked him to surrender. However, the terrorist,
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A terrorist was, meanwhile, killed in an encounter at Angan Pathri in the Pir Panjal range of Mandi sector in Poonch. According to official sources, upon interception him, the security forces (SFs) had asked him to surrender. However, the terrorist, who was in possession of six grenades, started hurling the grenades at the SFs in an attempt to escape. In the ensuing encounter, the terrorist was killed. Sources added that the slain terrorist was reportedly a resident of Bagh district in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK).
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July - 7 
A youth was killed by unidentified terrorists at Chongimul near Rajwar in the Handwara area of Kupwara district in north Kashmir. Separately, terrorists shot at and injured a civilian after abducting him from his house at Hapatnar in Anantnag.
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A youth was killed by unidentified terrorists at Chongimul near Rajwar in the Handwara area of Kupwara district in north Kashmir. Separately, terrorists shot at and injured a civilian after abducting him from his house at Hapatnar in Anantnag.
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July - 7 
According to a media report of July 7, a suspected Muslim Liberation Tiger of Assam (MULTA) terrorist was arrested from Gosaibari. Two more MULTA terrorists were arrested in separate raids from Nagaon and Golaghat districts respectively, on the basis
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According to a media report of July 7, a suspected Muslim Liberation Tiger of Assam (MULTA) terrorist was arrested from Gosaibari. Two more MULTA terrorists were arrested in separate raids from Nagaon and Golaghat districts respectively, on the basis of the information he had provided.
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July - 7 
According to a newsreport, India has made fingerprint and photographic documentation mandatory for travelers along its porous frontier border with Bangladesh to prevent cross-border infiltration. Indian officials said, on July 5, everybody entering
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According to a newsreport, India has made fingerprint and photographic documentation mandatory for travelers along its porous frontier border with Bangladesh to prevent cross-border infiltration. Indian officials said, on July 5, everybody entering or leaving the northeastern state of Assam to Bangladesh was being photographed and their fingerprints taken by the police at the border check posts. This move, said the concerned officials, was having a deterrent effect on infiltrators trying to re-enter India after being pushed back by Indian security forces. This system is not a new concept although this was never practiced in "letter and spirit" by the security personnel at the checkpoints, reports said.
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July - 7 
Adivasi Cobra Militants of Assam (ACMA) reportedly warned the authorities of a renewed 'stir' in the State. Reports said the outfit, which is observing 'cease-fire' as per its agreement with the Union government, has also warned that it may even 'rec
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Adivasi Cobra Militants of Assam (ACMA) reportedly warned the authorities of a renewed 'stir' in the State. Reports said the outfit, which is observing 'cease-fire' as per its agreement with the Union government, has also warned that it may even 'reconsider' the agreement. Chairman Zabrius Khaka, on July 7, warned of the stir if its demand for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status to the Adivasis was not met before the proposed Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) was created. He was addressing the sixth foundation day of the outfit, in Sikargarh along the West Bengal border (Porbotjhora).
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July - 7 
Another terrorist was killed in an encounter at Sokar Niaka village, Kandi area, under Darhal police station limits. The identity of the slain terrorist has not been established thus far but is suspected to be a foreign mercenary. An AK-56 rifle, a m
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Another terrorist was killed in an encounter at Sokar Niaka village, Kandi area, under Darhal police station limits. The identity of the slain terrorist has not been established thus far but is suspected to be a foreign mercenary. An AK-56 rifle, a magazine and three ammunition rounds were recovered from his possession.
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July - 7 
Approximately 2275 foreign terrorists besides 1225 locals are active in the State of Jammu and Kashmir and more are infiltrating, State Director General of Police (DGP) Ashok Kumar Suri said in Srinagar on July 7. "We have information that about 3500
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Approximately 2275 foreign terrorists besides 1225 locals are active in the State of Jammu and Kashmir and more are infiltrating, State Director General of Police (DGP) Ashok Kumar Suri said in Srinagar on July 7. "We have information that about 3500 militants are active in the state. About 65 per cent are foreigners while rest are locals," he said. Suri added, although there was a marginal decline in infiltration from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) as compared to the corresponding period last year it has not stopped completely. According to the DGP, "We have information that infiltration is still continuing." He also said the State Police and other security agencies have killed more than 15,000 terrorists during the last 13 years.
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July - 7 
Assam police and the Border Security Force (BSF) personnel would soon be launching joint patrolling of the international border with Bangladesh to prevent infiltration, the report added. Intelligence reports say Pakistani militants are also trying
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Assam police and the Border Security Force (BSF) personnel would soon be launching joint patrolling of the international border with Bangladesh to prevent infiltration, the report added. Intelligence reports say Pakistani militants are also trying to enter India via Bangladesh. Assam police are soon to set up several outposts along the international border to act as a second line of defense -- the BSF is entrusted with the task of manning the border.
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July - 7 
Besides, the Special Operations Group (SOG) arrested a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist from Pulwama bus stand in south Kashmir. Also, Rs. 2.50 lakhs, an AK assault rifle, two magazines and 30 rounds were recovered from him. Zakir Hussain Sheikh ali
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Besides, the Special Operations Group (SOG) arrested a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist from Pulwama bus stand in south Kashmir. Also, Rs. 2.50 lakhs, an AK assault rifle, two magazines and 30 rounds were recovered from him. Zakir Hussain Sheikh alias Danish, the arrested terrorist, is being questioned for his involvement in terrorist activities and in financing the HM, as the money seized from him indicated his role in the HM’s finance wing, official sources said.
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July - 7 
Bihar Police arrested six activists of the Ranvir Sena (private army of landowners) from Khaira village under the Kinjer police station limits, Arwal district, on July 7. A senior police official, while talking to the media in Patna, said the arreste
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Bihar Police arrested six activists of the Ranvir Sena (private army of landowners) from Khaira village under the Kinjer police station limits, Arwal district, on July 7. A senior police official, while talking to the media in Patna, said the arrested activists included Satish Sharma, a resident of Senari village, who was wanted for the Miapur massacre. The Ranvir Sena massacred 35 persons at Miapur village, Aurangabad district, on June 16, 2000.
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July - 7 
Four unidentified terrorists were killed in separate incidents in various parts of Assam. According to a media report of July 7, two unidentified terrorists were killed in Kamrup district in two separate encounters. Further details are awaited. The r
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Four unidentified terrorists were killed in separate incidents in various parts of Assam. According to a media report of July 7, two unidentified terrorists were killed in Kamrup district in two separate encounters. Further details are awaited. The report also said one more unidentified terrorist had been killed in an encounter in Goalpara district sometime back, but did not mention the date. Also, in Nalbari district an unidentified terrorist was killed during search operations.
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July - 7 
Human Rights Forum (HRF) convener B. Chandrasekhar condemned the killing and termed it a fake encounter. He alleged that the police "picked up'' Sudhakar from the forest area along the embankment of the Nagarjunasagar Right Canal (NSRC) on the day Ch
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Human Rights Forum (HRF) convener B. Chandrasekhar condemned the killing and termed it a fake encounter. He alleged that the police "picked up'' Sudhakar from the forest area along the embankment of the Nagarjunasagar Right Canal (NSRC) on the day Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naid visited the canal.
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July - 7 
Media reports said the PWG has prepared a hit-list and donation list in Warangal district, in which prominent political leaders of the district figured. Speaking to media persons in Warangal, district police chief Nalin Prabhat said the lists were ob
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Media reports said the PWG has prepared a hit-list and donation list in Warangal district, in which prominent political leaders of the district figured. Speaking to media persons in Warangal, district police chief Nalin Prabhat said the lists were obtained from the dairy of Gudur Local Guerrilla Squad commander Sanjeev, who was killed in an encounter at Kothaguda.
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July - 7 
Meghalaya Home Minister Lotsing A Sangma said the State government is planning a discussion with Garo churche leaders and elders later in July in order to persuade them to help pressurise the Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) terrorist group to
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Meghalaya Home Minister Lotsing A Sangma said the State government is planning a discussion with Garo churche leaders and elders later in July in order to persuade them to help pressurise the Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) terrorist group to hold negotiations. Talking to media persons, the Home Minister, however, noted that the police was doing a good job in containing terrorist activity in the State and said the ANVC was at its weakest, as at least four of its main leaders and many others had surrendered. Sangma also said the Police Department was working on a strategy to counter the influx of stronger terrorist outfits like the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM). Both had set up bases in areas along the Assam-Meghalaya boundary. The strategy, the Minister said, could include joint operations along these sensitive border areas with Assam Police and other paramilitary forces.
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July - 7 
Official sources said a group of six terrorists stormed into the house of a civilian at Kasblari village in Poonch district on July 7 and asked him to produce his son and grandson before them. After the civilian refused to disclose the whereabouts of
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Official sources said a group of six terrorists stormed into the house of a civilian at Kasblari village in Poonch district on July 7 and asked him to produce his son and grandson before them. After the civilian refused to disclose the whereabouts of his kin, the terrorists beheaded him and escaped from the incident site.
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July - 7 
SFs recovered 20 kg of RDX explosives and fake currency worth Rs one lakh during an encounter at Daneja, about three kms from Bhaderwah, Doda district. The terrorists managed to escape from the encounter site.
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SFs recovered 20 kg of RDX explosives and fake currency worth Rs one lakh during an encounter at Daneja, about three kms from Bhaderwah, Doda district. The terrorists managed to escape from the encounter site.
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July - 7 
State governments in the Northeast have been alleging since a long time that hundreds of Bangladeshis cross over into India almost daily, taking advantage of the porous border. Bangladesh, however, denies infiltration by its nationals into India. T
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State governments in the Northeast have been alleging since a long time that hundreds of Bangladeshis cross over into India almost daily, taking advantage of the porous border. Bangladesh, however, denies infiltration by its nationals into India. Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar was quoted in the reports as having alleged that the border was wide open with virtually a free-for-all. Apart from illegal infiltration, terrorists from the region use the border to sneak into Bangladesh after committing attacks in parts of Tripura and other Northeastern states, Sarkar also said.
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July - 7 
The All Bodo Students’ Union (ABSU,) on July 7, issued a clarification that the organisation was not against granting of ST status to the Koch Rajbongshi and Adivasi communities of the State. Media reports said non-tribals in Assam have given a cal
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The All Bodo Students’ Union (ABSU,) on July 7, issued a clarification that the organisation was not against granting of ST status to the Koch Rajbongshi and Adivasi communities of the State. Media reports said non-tribals in Assam have given a call for a State-wide general shut-down on July 12 to oppose the impending formation of the BTC.
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July - 7 
The Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) has urged the Union government to start dialogue with the proscribed United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist outfit. Reports said, in a letter written to Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee, on July 8, AGP Legisl
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The Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) has urged the Union government to start dialogue with the proscribed United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist outfit. Reports said, in a letter written to Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee, on July 8, AGP Legislature Party secretary Dilip Kumar Saikia requested him to do so without any preconditions. The talks should be held on the model of the Naga peace process, he wrote. He further mentioned that insurgency in Assam has its roots in the underlying socio-economic conditions of the people and steps were needed for the improvement of the same. Copies of the letter were also sent to Deputy Prime Minister and Union Home Minister L.K. Advani, Defence Minister George Fernandes, Minister for North-east Affairs and Disinvestment Arun Shourie and Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi.
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July - 7 
The DGP said Jammu and Kashmir police have arrested 12 persons in connection with the assassination of senior All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) leader Abdul Gani Lone. "We have arrested 10 to 12 militants of Al-Umar outfit in connection with the k
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The DGP said Jammu and Kashmir police have arrested 12 persons in connection with the assassination of senior All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) leader Abdul Gani Lone. "We have arrested 10 to 12 militants of Al-Umar outfit in connection with the killing of Lone," he said and added that the outfit has assumed a new name Al-Madina.
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July - 7 
The PWG Naxalites set fire to an Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) bus at Limgampeta village, Gambhiraopeta mandal, to protest alleged encounters at a time when the pace process was on. The reportedly left a note to the effect.
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The PWG Naxalites set fire to an Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) bus at Limgampeta village, Gambhiraopeta mandal, to protest alleged encounters at a time when the pace process was on. The reportedly left a note to the effect.
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July - 7 
The United Minorities Front (UMF), at its executive committee meeting, on July 7, in Guwahati, criticised the government's move to create the BTC.
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The United Minorities Front (UMF), at its executive committee meeting, on July 7, in Guwahati, criticised the government's move to create the BTC.
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July - 8 
A Delhi court, on July 8, further extended the judicial remand of Iftikhar Geelani, son-in-law of Jamaat-e-Islami leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani, till July 12 in connection with the alleged violation of Official Secrets Act. The court also allowed the
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A Delhi court, on July 8, further extended the judicial remand of Iftikhar Geelani, son-in-law of Jamaat-e-Islami leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani, till July 12 in connection with the alleged violation of Official Secrets Act. The court also allowed the application seeking custody of "some video compact discs and computer floppies" seized during search from his residence on June 9.
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July - 8 
A media report of July 8 said Kanakeswar Narzary, chairman of the Bodoland Autonomous Council (BAC) has flayed the government's move for its decision on the BTC. The government has denigrated the Council Act of 1993, a BAC press release said. The BAC
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A media report of July 8 said Kanakeswar Narzary, chairman of the Bodoland Autonomous Council (BAC) has flayed the government's move for its decision on the BTC. The government has denigrated the Council Act of 1993, a BAC press release said. The BAC also lamented it was completely sidelined by the government in the ongoing discussions on the BTC.
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July - 8 
A two-year old girl child allegedly abducted by NLFT terrorists, on June 28, was rescued unhurt by Tripura police from an NLFT hideout in Dhalai, on July 8.
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A two-year old girl child allegedly abducted by NLFT terrorists, on June 28, was rescued unhurt by Tripura police from an NLFT hideout in Dhalai, on July 8.
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July - 8 
According to a media report of July 8, two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in an encounter in the Barpathar area, Golaghat district. The date was, however, not mentioned. Security forces (SFs) intercepted the terrorist w
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According to a media report of July 8, two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in an encounter in the Barpathar area, Golaghat district. The date was, however, not mentioned. Security forces (SFs) intercepted the terrorist while they were on an extortion bid. On being challenged, the terrorists allegedly opened fire and were killed in retaliatory fire by the SFs.
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July - 8 
According to a media report, left-wing extremist––Naxalite––group, the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) has begun recruiting children, including pre-teen girls to bolster its ranks. Three girls, all below 14 were arrested along with a MCC ‘sub-zonal com
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According to a media report, left-wing extremist––Naxalite––group, the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) has begun recruiting children, including pre-teen girls to bolster its ranks. Three girls, all below 14 were arrested along with a MCC ‘sub-zonal commander’ on July 8 in Ranchi. "The little girls started crying the moment they were caught", State police chief R R Prasad told the media on July 8. In a gesture which Prasad described was ‘revolutionary’, police not only set the girls free but also got them admitted to a vocational course at a missionary institute in Ranchi. According to Palamu district police chief Anil Palta, the children’s arrest could indicate "just the tip of an iceberg… according to our information, children make up nearly 25 percent of the total strength of the MCC".
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July - 8 
According to media reports, a farmer couple in Katukapalli village, Karimnagar district, have sent an e-mail to Amnesty International (AI) seeking help in the restoration of their 14-year-old daughter abducted by left-wing extremists, Naxalites of th
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According to media reports, a farmer couple in Katukapalli village, Karimnagar district, have sent an e-mail to Amnesty International (AI) seeking help in the restoration of their 14-year-old daughter abducted by left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG). The couple alleged that the Naxalites were ‘forcibly recruiting’ youngsters like their daughter Padma into the PWG, while the latter contended that the girl ‘‘joined the movement of her own accord’’, said reports. It further added that hundreds of parents in the region were undergoing similar agony after their children were forcibly taken away by the PWG.
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July - 8 
According to media reports, Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) Erode district secretary Ganesha Murthy was arrested on July 8 at his residence under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA). Police sources said Murthy was arrested for making
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According to media reports, Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) Erode district secretary Ganesha Murthy was arrested on July 8 at his residence under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA). Police sources said Murthy was arrested for making pro-Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) speech at a public meeting at Tirumangalam, on June 29.
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July - 8 
According to media reports, the Coast Guard intercepted an abandoned Lebanese ship in the high seas off-84 nautical miles (160 km) off-Ratnagiri in Maharashtra, on July 3. Two AK-47 rifles, with inscriptions ‘Allah’ and ‘Yusuf’ were seized from the s
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According to media reports, the Coast Guard intercepted an abandoned Lebanese ship in the high seas off-84 nautical miles (160 km) off-Ratnagiri in Maharashtra, on July 3. Two AK-47 rifles, with inscriptions ‘Allah’ and ‘Yusuf’ were seized from the ship. Addressing newspersons, Coast Guard Vice Admiral O P Bansal said the abandoning of the ship in mysterious circumstances was not a clean game. He did not rule out the possibility of the vessel ferrying terrorists and running guns. He also said the ship could have been abandoned a few weeks or even a few months back and the last registered port of call of the ship was UAE in September last year. Incidentally, the perpetrators of the Mumbai serial blasts in 1993 had smuggled in large quantities of RDX through the Ratnagiri coastline. The Coast Guard chief said full-scale investigation is underway with the cooperation of the International Maritime Bureau and other agencies.
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July - 8 
According to police, the PWG has been reportedly targeting youngsters below 20 years for recruitment into their ranks ever since there was a spurt in ‘‘surrender to police.’’ The police claimed that about 15 to 20 children in Karimanagar, 20 in Waran
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According to police, the PWG has been reportedly targeting youngsters below 20 years for recruitment into their ranks ever since there was a spurt in ‘‘surrender to police.’’ The police claimed that about 15 to 20 children in Karimanagar, 20 in Warangal and 10 in Khammam were believed to have been recruited by the PW in recent times.
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July - 8 
Addressing a news conference on July 8 in Nagaon, Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said a final decision on the creation of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) would be taken after an all-party meeting. Non-Bodo interests in the concerned areas wi
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Addressing a news conference on July 8 in Nagaon, Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said a final decision on the creation of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) would be taken after an all-party meeting. Non-Bodo interests in the concerned areas will be duly addressed, he assured.
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July - 8 
Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) has not responded to the Meghalaya State government's offer of talks, Chief Minister F A Khonglam said on July 8, in Shillong.
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Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) has not responded to the Meghalaya State government's offer of talks, Chief Minister F A Khonglam said on July 8, in Shillong.
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July - 8 
Left-wing extremist––Naxalite––group, the People’s War Group (PWG) has called for a two-day State bandh (general strike) on July 11 and July 12 to protest encounter killings in the State. In a joint statement issued in Hyderabad on July 8, PWG State
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Left-wing extremist––Naxalite––group, the People’s War Group (PWG) has called for a two-day State bandh (general strike) on July 11 and July 12 to protest encounter killings in the State. In a joint statement issued in Hyderabad on July 8, PWG State Committee Secretary Ramakrishna, Andhra Orissa Border Committee Secretary Balakrishna and North Telangana Special Zone Committee Secretary Jampanna said top woman Naxal leader Padmakka and other Naxalites were killed by the police with a plan. Holding Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu responsible for the encounter killings, they appealed to the people to understand ‘‘how brazenly Chandrababu Naidu is behaving to liquidate our state leadership and scuttle the process of talks’’.
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July - 8 
Madurai police obtained arrest warrants against eight MDMK activists in a POTA case registered against them for making pro-LTTE remarks at the same public meeting. Thirumangalam Magistrate S Venkatachalapathy, who issued the warrants, had however, no
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Madurai police obtained arrest warrants against eight MDMK activists in a POTA case registered against them for making pro-LTTE remarks at the same public meeting. Thirumangalam Magistrate S Venkatachalapathy, who issued the warrants, had however, not issued a warrant against MDMK Secretary Vaiko.
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July - 8 
Manipur Chief Minister O Ibobi Singh clarified that Indian Reserve Battalion (IRB) personnel involved in the killing of some National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) terrorists in an encounter at Pallel earlier in 2002 have not
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Manipur Chief Minister O Ibobi Singh clarified that Indian Reserve Battalion (IRB) personnel involved in the killing of some National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) terrorists in an encounter at Pallel earlier in 2002 have not been suspended from service. Commenting on the allegation levelled by Federal Party of Manipur Legislator M Nilachandra Singh, the CM said in the State Legislature, on July 8, that the IRB personnel had neither been suspended nor rewarded.
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July - 8 
Media reports said three suspected Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) terrorists and their 'sympathizer' were arrested from Sapermeina in Senapati district, Manipur, on July 8. Two 9 mm pistols and a stolen car were also seized from their possession.
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Media reports said three suspected Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) terrorists and their 'sympathizer' were arrested from Sapermeina in Senapati district, Manipur, on July 8. Two 9 mm pistols and a stolen car were also seized from their possession.
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July - 8 
On the same day said Sidharthamani Bora, the self-styled finance secretary of ULFA's Sowansiri Anchalik Parishad, surrendered in Jorhat. Details are awaited.
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On the same day said Sidharthamani Bora, the self-styled finance secretary of ULFA's Sowansiri Anchalik Parishad, surrendered in Jorhat. Details are awaited.
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July - 8 
Punjab Police, on July 8, claimed to have detected the ‘State headquarters’ of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) in Batala, with the arrest of LeT terrorist Noor Muhammad. The arrest was made following the interrogation of Abdul Mohammed arrested a few days
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Punjab Police, on July 8, claimed to have detected the ‘State headquarters’ of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) in Batala, with the arrest of LeT terrorist Noor Muhammad. The arrest was made following the interrogation of Abdul Mohammed arrested a few days ago by Ludhiana police. Speaking to media persons in Batala, Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG)-Border Range- Naresh Sharma said Mohammed gave shelter to Kashmiri terrorists at his rented house on Kahnuwan road which had become the headquarters of the outfit in Punjab. High-powered telephone sets, a tiffin box bomb, 8 kg of RDX, two detonators, an AK-47 rifle were seized from Mohammed, who came to Punjab in the early 1990s and began working in Qadian.
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July - 8 
Reports from Poonch, meanwhile, indicated that security forces (SFs) killed an exfiltrator at Bandi Kamba Khan in the Chandrola area of Mandi sector and were, when reports last came in, pursuing five of his associates, who escaped during the gun-batt
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Reports from Poonch, meanwhile, indicated that security forces (SFs) killed an exfiltrator at Bandi Kamba Khan in the Chandrola area of Mandi sector and were, when reports last came in, pursuing five of his associates, who escaped during the gun-battle. Official sources in Poonch said a group of six terrorists, who were reportedly trying to escape back to Pakistan, were noticed by the SFs at Bandi Kamba Khan and the terrorists were engaged in an encounter. One was killed in the exchange of firing while five others escaped. The terrorists were reportedly affiliated to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit. An AK-56 rifle and ammunition were recovered from the possession of the slain terrorist, a suspected Pakistani national.
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July - 8 
State Home Minister Devender Goud, on July 8, reiterated that the government was always ready to hold talks with the PWG. Speaking to media persons in Warangal, the Minister alleged that the PWG had been using the talks as smokescreen for expanding i
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State Home Minister Devender Goud, on July 8, reiterated that the government was always ready to hold talks with the PWG. Speaking to media persons in Warangal, the Minister alleged that the PWG had been using the talks as smokescreen for expanding its base. He said documents seized recently revealed that Naxalites were extorting money in the name of ‘donations’. Mentioning the withdrawal of Varavara Rao and Gadar from talks, the Minister said the government was ready to hold talks with anyone who represented the PWG.
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July - 8 
The Biswamohan faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) has reportedly declared that any negotiations with the State government have to include 'sovereignty and independence of Twipra kingdom' in its agenda. According to a media rep
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The Biswamohan faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) has reportedly declared that any negotiations with the State government have to include 'sovereignty and independence of Twipra kingdom' in its agenda. According to a media report of July 8, the Tripura-based proscribed terrorist outfit set the pre-conditions through a message published in the February 2002-issue of its mouthpiece Yok. The report further said, the statement, the first of its kind, was in response to the talks-offer by the State. The NLFT in its message also said it favoured a 'political solution'. However, the outfit clearly stated its unwillingness to negotiate within the framework of the Indian Constitution. The message read, "The Government of India has always insisted that it (the talks) has to be within the framework of Indian Constitution and the condition of sovereignty unnegotiable." It further said, "Acceptance of any offer for peace talks within the framework of Indian Constitution would mean not only the acceptance of the presence of two million Hindu Bengali illegal immigrants but also justify their stay in Twipra".
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July - 8 
The Northeast region had, in the last five years, received Rs 48,000 crore from the Union government, Union Minister for Disinvestment and Development for North Eastern Region (DONER) Arun Shourie said, on July 8 in Kohima, Nagaland's capital. He als
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The Northeast region had, in the last five years, received Rs 48,000 crore from the Union government, Union Minister for Disinvestment and Development for North Eastern Region (DONER) Arun Shourie said, on July 8 in Kohima, Nagaland's capital. He also suggested that there should be 'proper' utilization of such funds for development.
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July - 8 
Three youths were killed in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion at Ind village, Gool area, Udhampur district, on July 8. Official sources said a group of youths discovered and opened a box containing the IED, which exploded killed three yo
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Three youths were killed in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion at Ind village, Gool area, Udhampur district, on July 8. Official sources said a group of youths discovered and opened a box containing the IED, which exploded killed three youths.
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July - 8 
Unidentified terrorists abducted a civilian from Fatehpur village, Mandi sector on July 8.
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Unidentified terrorists abducted a civilian from Fatehpur village, Mandi sector on July 8.
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July - 8 
Union government interlocutor in the peace talks with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM), Padmanbhaiah is in Amsterdam to hold a fresh round of peace talks with NSCN-IM) leaders. The peace talks would begin today, July
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Union government interlocutor in the peace talks with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM), Padmanbhaiah is in Amsterdam to hold a fresh round of peace talks with NSCN-IM) leaders. The peace talks would begin today, July 8. Media reports said Padmanabhaiah, on July 6, met with Prime Minster Altal Behari Vajpayee and Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister L K Advani before leaving for the talks.
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July - 9 
A delayed report said suspected terrorists killed three persons in another incident in the same district. The incident occurred near Bokolia bazar, Howraghat police station jurisdiction, on July 9. Quoting official sources, the report further said, a
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A delayed report said suspected terrorists killed three persons in another incident in the same district. The incident occurred near Bokolia bazar, Howraghat police station jurisdiction, on July 9. Quoting official sources, the report further said, a group of unidentified terrorists opened indiscriminate fire at one a shop in the market. Three civilians died of bullet injuries on the spot.
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July - 9 
A joint team of Assam police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel unearthed an illegal gun factory at Boyjer Alga char under Bilasipara police station limits, Bilasipara district, on July 9. Media reports said a Muslim United Liberat
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A joint team of Assam police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel unearthed an illegal gun factory at Boyjer Alga char under Bilasipara police station limits, Bilasipara district, on July 9. Media reports said a Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) terrorist allegedly running the factory was also arrested. The search team also seized materials required for fire-arms manufacturing––pistols, semi automatic machines, tools, ammunition, gunpowder, and some extortion notes of the United Reformation Protest of India (URPI). URPI is said to be the 'umbrella organization' of MULTA and Muslim United Liberation Front of Asom (MULFA), among others.
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July - 9 
A media report of July 9 indicated that Indian and Bhutanese security forces may target United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB) camps on the latter's territory. Reportedly in panic, the terrorists have
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A media report of July 9 indicated that Indian and Bhutanese security forces may target United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB) camps on the latter's territory. Reportedly in panic, the terrorists have started relocating their training camps. Quoting official sources the report further said both the outfits have also set up joint 'vigilance' teams to watch the activities of the security forces. An unnamed official said, "According to reports, the militant groups have jointly set up monitoring cell in Samdrup Jongkhar to keep a watch on the movement of security personnel along the border." Raju Baruah, the ULFA 'deputy commander-in-chief' is reportedly supervising activities of this joint team of the outfits. ULFA and NDFB together are alleged to be maintaining 25 camps, scattered over Samdrup Jongkhar, Koipam and Kaloikhola areas of Southern Bhutan. However, no dates were specified for the possible joint operation.
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July - 9 
According to media reports, hundreds of people on July 9 took out a protest march through Tikrkilla in West Garo Hills in a show of solidarity with those affected by terrorist violence. Protesting against the inaction of the State government and it
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According to media reports, hundreds of people on July 9 took out a protest march through Tikrkilla in West Garo Hills in a show of solidarity with those affected by terrorist violence. Protesting against the inaction of the State government and its failure to take strict measures against the increasing terrorist violence, the protesters resolved to form a Joint Action Committee of various local organisations to pursue their demands. The protesters’ main demands included compensation for the families of those killed by terrorists, medical treatment for the injured, setting up a 24-hours medical facility in the area and bringing "terrorists into the mainstream."
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July - 9 
According to media reports, Prime Minister (PM) A B Vajpayee has reaffirmed his invitation to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) leadership to continue the ongoing dialogue process with the Union government within Indi
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According to media reports, Prime Minister (PM) A B Vajpayee has reaffirmed his invitation to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) leadership to continue the ongoing dialogue process with the Union government within India. The PM passed on the invitation through Chief Interlocutor K Padmanabhaiah and Intelligence Bureau Director K P Singh to NSCN-IM chairman Isak Chisi Swu and general secretary Thuingaleng Muivah at Amsterdam during their meeting on July 9. While Nagaland has already revoked the arrest warrants against Muivah and Swu, reports indicate that efforts are on to convince Assam, Manipur and Meghalaya to follow suit.
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July - 9 
According to official sources, security forces (SFs), on July 9, in Doda, destroyed the ‘communication headquarters’ of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit at Chandi Top, about 12 kms from Doda. SF personnel had launched a search operation in Chandi Top v
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According to official sources, security forces (SFs), on July 9, in Doda, destroyed the ‘communication headquarters’ of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit at Chandi Top, about 12 kms from Doda. SF personnel had launched a search operation in Chandi Top village between Dessa and Bhaderwah after intercepting a message by the terrorists, which revealed their presence in the upper reaches. After surrounding the ‘communication headquarters’, an encounter ensued in which one terrorist was killed while two more injured cadres managed to escape from the incident site. During the operation, the ‘communication headquarters’ was destroyed. A mini computer, a Chinese pistol, a wireless set, a programme card and several other instruments and accessories used in communicating messages were recovered, sources added.
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July - 9 
Apprehending a rise in cross-border infiltration of terrorists in the run up to the State Legislative Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir, due in October 2002, the Army is reportedly installing more Israeli sensors and thermal imagers on the Line
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Apprehending a rise in cross-border infiltration of terrorists in the run up to the State Legislative Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir, due in October 2002, the Army is reportedly installing more Israeli sensors and thermal imagers on the Line of Control (LoC). Official sources said hand held thermal imagers with a capability of ‘seeing’ 5km across the LOC during night had been deployed after undergoing successful field trials in Kupwara, Gurez, Uri, Poonch, Bhimbar gali, Mendhar, Rajouri and in the plains of Jammu. With the deployment of such highly sophisticated systems, the Army has improved its terrorism-kill ratio significantly, said official sources.
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July - 9 
Delayed reports from Agartala said a National Liberation Front of Tripura terrorist of the Nayanbashi faction, (NLFT-N) surrendered to Assam Rifles personnel, on July 9. Identified as Bhupen Singh, he is a 'lieutenant'. He also deposited a 7.62 mm Se
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Delayed reports from Agartala said a National Liberation Front of Tripura terrorist of the Nayanbashi faction, (NLFT-N) surrendered to Assam Rifles personnel, on July 9. Identified as Bhupen Singh, he is a 'lieutenant'. He also deposited a 7.62 mm Self Loading Rifle (SLR), a large quantity of ammunition and several incriminating documents.
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July - 9 
Five terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) were arrested in Moradabad on July 9. A huge quantity of arms and ammunition, including three AK assault rifles, ammunition and RDX, was also recovered from their possession. Police sources said the terr
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Five terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) were arrested in Moradabad on July 9. A huge quantity of arms and ammunition, including three AK assault rifles, ammunition and RDX, was also recovered from their possession. Police sources said the terrorists, who had come to Moradabad to carry out some action, were arrested following specific information.
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July - 9 
Four left-wing extremists, Naxalites, were killed in separate encounters in Chandauli and Sonebhadra on July 9. In the first encounter, three Naxalites of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) were killed in Baira Pahadi area under Chakia police station
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Four left-wing extremists, Naxalites, were killed in separate encounters in Chandauli and Sonebhadra on July 9. In the first encounter, three Naxalites of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) were killed in Baira Pahadi area under Chakia police station limits, Chandauli district. According to official sources, the encounter took place when, after a tip-off that some Naxalites had assembled at Baira Pahadi, security forces cordoned-off the entire area. When the Naxalites saw the police they opened fire. Later, in an exchange of fire that continued for about 45 minutes, three Naxalites were killed while the others managed to escape. Six guns, two live bombs, a country-made revolver, six torches and live cartridges in huge quantity were recovered from the encounter site.
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July - 9 
In another encounter, SF personnel killed a foreign mercenary at Zaradi village in Banihal, Doda district, on July 9. The terrorist was part of a group of four, who were intercepted by SFs when they were shifting their hideout in Hans Raj Top of Zara
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In another encounter, SF personnel killed a foreign mercenary at Zaradi village in Banihal, Doda district, on July 9. The terrorist was part of a group of four, who were intercepted by SFs when they were shifting their hideout in Hans Raj Top of Zaradi. The other terrorists managed to escape. An AK-56 rifle with ammunition was also recovered from the slain terrorist.
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July - 9 
In another incident, SFs killed a terrorist in the upper reaches of Banihal and also destroyed a terrorist hideout in Gandoh in the same district.
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In another incident, SFs killed a terrorist in the upper reaches of Banihal and also destroyed a terrorist hideout in Gandoh in the same district.
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July - 9 
Left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) killed a Communist Party of India––Marxist (CPI-M) local-level leader and his bodyguard near Bolanpur, Midnapore district, on July 9. Speaking to media persons in Kolkata, Chief Minister
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Left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) killed a Communist Party of India––Marxist (CPI-M) local-level leader and his bodyguard near Bolanpur, Midnapore district, on July 9. Speaking to media persons in Kolkata, Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee said two persons on a motorbike shot dead CPI(M) leader Ajit Ghosh, a teacher, and his bodyguard Rajkumar Sarkar when they were returning from school on a motorcycle. "We think the People's War Group has done the killing," Bhattacharjee said and added that he would talk to the government of a neighbouring State where the PWG was more active and ask for action against the outfit. "Unless the neighbouring State government takes action against PWG (cadres) in their area, we cannot make much headway in beating the outfit in this State", he said. Stating that West Bengal is a member of a committee of six States set up by the Union government to curb the PWG menace, Bhattacharjee said his government was in regular touch with the Union government to keep it informed about the crackdown on the PWG in West Bengal.
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July - 9 
Left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) killed a farmer in Mukumuri village, Karimnagar district, on July 9, for allegedly tipping-off the police about their movements.
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Left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) killed a farmer in Mukumuri village, Karimnagar district, on July 9, for allegedly tipping-off the police about their movements.
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July - 9 
Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh said the peace talks between the Union government and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) were confined only to Nagaland. The Chief Minister announced this in the State Assembly
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Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh said the peace talks between the Union government and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) were confined only to Nagaland. The Chief Minister announced this in the State Assembly on July 9 in reply to a question from a member, who complained of non-representation of the State government in the peace talks. The peace talks between the Union government and the NSCN-IM began on July 9 at Amsterdam.
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July - 9 
Media reports said five persons, including two unidentified terrorists, were killed in three separate incidents in Assam's Karbi Anglong district, since July 9.
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Media reports said five persons, including two unidentified terrorists, were killed in three separate incidents in Assam's Karbi Anglong district, since July 9.
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July - 9 
On the same day, eight PWG Naxalites surrendered before State police chief P Ramulu in Hyderabad. The surrendered Naxalites included a ‘commander’ of the special guerilla squad from Karimnagar and a ‘deputy section commander’ of a military platoon fr
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On the same day, eight PWG Naxalites surrendered before State police chief P Ramulu in Hyderabad. The surrendered Naxalites included a ‘commander’ of the special guerilla squad from Karimnagar and a ‘deputy section commander’ of a military platoon from Adilabad. The wives of the two PWG men also surrendered before the police.
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July - 9 
Sharing India's concern on cross-border terrorism, Mongolia on July 9 expressed its full support in India’s fight against the menace. According to media reports, this was conveyed to Human Resource Development Minister Murli Manohar Joshi when he cal
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Sharing India's concern on cross-border terrorism, Mongolia on July 9 expressed its full support in India’s fight against the menace. According to media reports, this was conveyed to Human Resource Development Minister Murli Manohar Joshi when he called on Mongolian Prime Minister N Enkhbayar in the Mongolian capital Ulan Bator. Enkhbayar said his country was fully aware of India's fight against cross border terrorism, which has no place in a civilised society.
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July - 9 
Sonebhadra police killed a Naxalite in an encounter near Sonelift canal. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered from the slain Naxalite.
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Sonebhadra police killed a Naxalite in an encounter near Sonelift canal. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered from the slain Naxalite.
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July - 9 
Speaking on the occasion, Ramulu said the influence of the PWG was fast spreading to other States and forewarned the concerned State police. He said a document seized from the PWG clearly indicated that plans were afoot to recruit more members and st
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Speaking on the occasion, Ramulu said the influence of the PWG was fast spreading to other States and forewarned the concerned State police. He said a document seized from the PWG clearly indicated that plans were afoot to recruit more members and strengthen Naxalite activities in Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Orissa, and Maharashtra. Referring to recent encounters during the ongoing peace talks, the State police chief said these were routine police operations when an exchange of fire was forced on the police. "There was no concentrated effort to track down Naxalites while the talks were on. Can we give up routine police work for the sake of the talks?" he asked.
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July - 9 
The Special Court trying the Coimbatore serial bomb blasts case has adjourned the proceedings to July 15. 138 of the 167 accused were produced before the court on July 9, amid tight security. The special court has so far examined 98 witnesses out of
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The Special Court trying the Coimbatore serial bomb blasts case has adjourned the proceedings to July 15. 138 of the 167 accused were produced before the court on July 9, amid tight security. The special court has so far examined 98 witnesses out of 2,395 listed witnesses.
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July - 9 
The Tamil Nadu government arrested eight Marumalarchi Dravida Munnettra Kazhagam (MDMK) leaders, including a former Member of Parliament (MP) and a former Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA), under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) from Mad
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The Tamil Nadu government arrested eight Marumalarchi Dravida Munnettra Kazhagam (MDMK) leaders, including a former Member of Parliament (MP) and a former Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA), under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) from Madurai and its outskirts, on July 9. The arrest came after a local court issued non-bailable warrant against the eight for their pro-Liberation Tigers Tamil Eelam (LTTE) speech at a public meeting at Thirumangalam on June 29, 2002. The eight arrested were remanded to 30 days in judicial custody.
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July - 9 
Thirumangalam Judicial Magistrate S Venkatachalapathy, on July 9, issued arrest warrant against MDMK leader Vaiko, against whom the police had registered a case under POTA. With the issue of the warrant, Vaiko could be arrested as and when he arrived
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Thirumangalam Judicial Magistrate S Venkatachalapathy, on July 9, issued arrest warrant against MDMK leader Vaiko, against whom the police had registered a case under POTA. With the issue of the warrant, Vaiko could be arrested as and when he arrived from Chicago on July 11, police said.
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July - 9 
Two suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in Darrang district of Assam in an encounter with security forces(SFs), on July 9. Quoting an SF press release, reports said, SF personnel on specific information spotted two
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Two suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in Darrang district of Assam in an encounter with security forces(SFs), on July 9. Quoting an SF press release, reports said, SF personnel on specific information spotted two ULFA terrorists near Moamari village, under Dalgaon police station limits. While the SFs tried to nab the terrorists, they allegedly lobbed a grenade and also opened fired. The terrorists were killed in retaliatory firing. A 9mm pistol with ammunition, a 10 kg-explosive device, a Chinese grenade, two gelatin sticks, four detonators, extortion notes and receipts were seized from encounter site.
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July - 10 
A civilian who was abducted by three terrorists on July 7 was reportedly beheaded in Gangyal dhok, Surankote. His body was recovered on July 10.
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A civilian who was abducted by three terrorists on July 7 was reportedly beheaded in Gangyal dhok, Surankote. His body was recovered on July 10.
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July - 10 
A local leader of the ruling National Conference (NC) was injured by an unidentified terrorist near his house in the capital city of Srinagar on July 10.
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A local leader of the ruling National Conference (NC) was injured by an unidentified terrorist near his house in the capital city of Srinagar on July 10.
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July - 10 
A media report of July 10, quoting a police spokesperson, indicated that terrorist violence in the State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) remained unabated during the first six months of year 2002. The spokesperson said 1869 incidents of terrorist violence
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A media report of July 10, quoting a police spokesperson, indicated that terrorist violence in the State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) remained unabated during the first six months of year 2002. The spokesperson said 1869 incidents of terrorist violence occurred during the first six months of the current year as against 2111 incidents during the corresponding period in year 2001. In the month of June alone, 306 incidents were reported as compared to 372 incidents in June 2001. Security forces (SFs) killed 870 terrorists and arrested 353 more during the first six months of the year 2002 as against 757 killed and 240 arrested during the corresponding period in the year 2001. Providing statistics, he said there were 93 incidents of hurling of hand grenades, triggering of explosions (113), rocket attacks (16), abductions (170), random firing (381), arms snatching (16), arson (155), hanging (6), etc. These violent incidents, he added, led to the death of 488 civilians and injuries to 664 others this year as against killings of 501 civilians and injuries to 1101 civilians during the corresponding period in the year 2001. During the first six months of the year 2002, terrorists resorted to 379 violent incidents that were directed solely against SFs as against 604 incidents reported during the corresponding period in the year 2001. In 2002, thus far, 163 SF personnel have been killed in terrorist-related violence and 472 have sustained injuries in comparison to 237 killed and 645 injuried during the corresponding period in the year 2002. According to the spokesperson, 95 terrorists have surrendered to the authorities during the year 2002 thus far. There were only 30 surrenders during the corresponding period in the year 2001.
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July - 10 
A soldier of the 33rd Battalion, Assam Rifles (AR), was killed and at least four others injured when suspected Kanglei Yawol Kunna Lup (KYKL) terrorists attacked a military convoy at Ima Kondom Lairenbi on the NH 39 along Manipur-Myanmar border in Ma
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A soldier of the 33rd Battalion, Assam Rifles (AR), was killed and at least four others injured when suspected Kanglei Yawol Kunna Lup (KYKL) terrorists attacked a military convoy at Ima Kondom Lairenbi on the NH 39 along Manipur-Myanmar border in Manipur's Chandel district, on July 10. In the encounter which lasted for 30 minutes the terrorists, who were hiding by the roadside, attacked the AR convoy. Though the AR personnel returned fire the terrorists reportedly managed to escape into the nearby forests. Reports indicate that the attacks are in retaliation to the recent arrests of five KYKL terrorists by the AR personnel.
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July - 10 
According to a media report, an estimated 15 left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), were feared to have been killed in an encounter in Maranpur village, under Narayanpur police station limits, Bhojpur district, on July 10.
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According to a media report, an estimated 15 left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), were feared to have been killed in an encounter in Maranpur village, under Narayanpur police station limits, Bhojpur district, on July 10. A police personnel was killed and two others injured in the encounter. Police sources, while confirming the encounter and the killing of the constable, refused to confirm the number of Naxalites killed. The report said, a police team acting on a tip-off that the Naxalites were holding a secret meeting in the village, raided the village. As soon as they reached there, the Naxalites opened fire on them killing the police personnel. In the ensuing encounter, 15 Naxalites were killed. Unconfirmed reports said police forces later lobbed several hand grenades at the house from which the extremists were firing. "There is little possibility of any of the inmates having survived," a senior police officer was quoted as saying, adding the firing from the house had also stopped.
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July - 10 
According to delayed media reports, three officials of a production and marketing consultancy in the State capital of Assam, Guwahati, were abducted by unidentified terrorists on July 10. The police reportedly arrested 11 persons for interrogation in
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According to delayed media reports, three officials of a production and marketing consultancy in the State capital of Assam, Guwahati, were abducted by unidentified terrorists on July 10. The police reportedly arrested 11 persons for interrogation in connection with the abduction.
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July - 10 
According to official sources, security forces (SFs) intercepted a group of terrorists at Krumbhore village in Handwara area on July 10 and in the encounter that ensued, a ‘district commander’ of the Jaish-e-Mohammed JeM), Bilal Ahmed alias Mehmood B
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According to official sources, security forces (SFs) intercepted a group of terrorists at Krumbhore village in Handwara area on July 10 and in the encounter that ensued, a ‘district commander’ of the Jaish-e-Mohammed JeM), Bilal Ahmed alias Mehmood Bhai of Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), was killed. All his associates managed to escape. Sources added that two SF personnel sustained injuries in the encounter.
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July - 10 
Another SPO was killed by a group of three terrorists near Kota post in Gandoh area, Doda district, on July 10. The terrorists managed to escape from the incident site.
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Another SPO was killed by a group of three terrorists near Kota post in Gandoh area, Doda district, on July 10. The terrorists managed to escape from the incident site.
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July - 10 
AR personnel had arrested five KYKL terrorists in a series of operations and confiscated arms and ammunition from their possession. A 9mm pistol along with five rounds of ammunition, a modified revolver and Rs 60,000 were recovered from their possess
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AR personnel had arrested five KYKL terrorists in a series of operations and confiscated arms and ammunition from their possession. A 9mm pistol along with five rounds of ammunition, a modified revolver and Rs 60,000 were recovered from their possession.
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July - 10 
At Sunarwani, Bandipore, terrorists ambushed a security forces convoy and in the exchange of gunfire a civilian was killed.
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At Sunarwani, Bandipore, terrorists ambushed a security forces convoy and in the exchange of gunfire a civilian was killed.
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July - 10 
Bihar police said, on July 11, five left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) were killed in the July 10 Maranpur encounter. Earlier, on July 10, police had claimed that 15 PWG Naxalites were killed in the encounter. The police,
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Bihar police said, on July 11, five left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) were killed in the July 10 Maranpur encounter. Earlier, on July 10, police had claimed that 15 PWG Naxalites were killed in the encounter. The police, however, recovered the bullet-ridden bodies of only five Naxalites. They are yet to be identified. Police personnel involved in the nightlong encounter believe that fleeing Naxalites might have carried away bodies of dead coleagues. Additional Director General of State Police Ashish Ranjan Sinha said the identity of the slain Naxalites could not be ascertained as their faces were not known to local residents.
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July - 10 
In another encounter, two terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) were killed at Gadoora, Pulwama district. Two SF personnel sustained injuries in the encounter. Two AK-56 rifles were recovered from the encounter site.
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In another encounter, two terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) were killed at Gadoora, Pulwama district. Two SF personnel sustained injuries in the encounter. Two AK-56 rifles were recovered from the encounter site.
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July - 10 July - 11
India and Myanmar have emphasised that a concerted effort was needed to check the menace of terrorism and illicit drug trade that takes place through their common border. At the end of a two-day meeting held in New Delhi on July 10 and 11, representa
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India and Myanmar have emphasised that a concerted effort was needed to check the menace of terrorism and illicit drug trade that takes place through their common border. At the end of a two-day meeting held in New Delhi on July 10 and 11, representatives from both countries deliberated possible actions against the Northeast India's terrorist outfits. Some of those, including National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K), the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and various Manipur-based terrorist outfits are allegedly operating from the Myanmarese side of the border. Myanmar shares approximately 1,643 Km of border with India's four Northeastern States- Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur and Mizoram. Various trade related issues and joint development projects were also discussed at the meeting.
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July - 10 
Naxalites of the PWG blasted a house of a local leader of the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) at Gummannapadu in Guntur district.
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Naxalites of the PWG blasted a house of a local leader of the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) at Gummannapadu in Guntur district.
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July - 10 
Police arrested an ‘area commander’ of left-wing extremist––Naxalite––group, the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) in Omkaleshwar area under Adampur police station limits, Varanasi district, on July 10. The police also recovered a pistol and a huge quant
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Police arrested an ‘area commander’ of left-wing extremist––Naxalite––group, the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) in Omkaleshwar area under Adampur police station limits, Varanasi district, on July 10. The police also recovered a pistol and a huge quantity of live cartridges.
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July - 10 
Reports from north Kashmir said terrorists killed a Special Police Officer (SPO) at Arin village in Bandipore.
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Reports from north Kashmir said terrorists killed a Special Police Officer (SPO) at Arin village in Bandipore.
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July - 10 
The Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) on July 10 claimed that its Srinagar district chief Muzaffar Jan was arrested by security agencies from the party headquarters. A Border Security Force (BSF) party raided the JeI headquarters in Batmaloo area and reportedly
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The Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) on July 10 claimed that its Srinagar district chief Muzaffar Jan was arrested by security agencies from the party headquarters. A Border Security Force (BSF) party raided the JeI headquarters in Batmaloo area and reportedly arrested Jan for his suspected links to the financial networks of terrorists.
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July - 10 
Three unidentified terrorists, on July 10, fired upon the editor of a vernacular daily, New State Reporter, in Chhanapora, Srinagar. The journalist, Shahid Rasheed, who had for some years worked with the Al-Barq terrorist outfit, has sustained injuri
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Three unidentified terrorists, on July 10, fired upon the editor of a vernacular daily, New State Reporter, in Chhanapora, Srinagar. The journalist, Shahid Rasheed, who had for some years worked with the Al-Barq terrorist outfit, has sustained injuries. The terrorists escaped from the incident site. This is second incident of an armed attack on a Srinagar-based journalist in the last two months. As reported earlier, unidentified terrorists had barged into the Kashmir Images office on May 29 and fired upon its sub editor, Zaffar Iqbal. The report also pointed out that since the killing of Al-Safa editor, Mohammad Shaban Vakil, in April 1991, about a dozen people associated with the media have been attacked or killed by unidentified terrorists in the Kashmir valley. A hitherto unknown outfit, Save Kashmir Movement, has reportedly claimed responsibility for the attack on the New State Reporter editor.
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July - 10 
Three United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were arrested from Pallel Bazar of the Thoubal district on July 10, according to a delayed report.
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Three United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were arrested from Pallel Bazar of the Thoubal district on July 10, according to a delayed report.
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July - 10 
Two left-wing extremists, Naxalites, including ‘commander of the Chityal local guerilla squad of the People’s War Group (PWG) were killed in an encounter at Ponuguntla village, Raiguntla mandal, Warangal district, on July 10. Two carbines were also r
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Two left-wing extremists, Naxalites, including ‘commander of the Chityal local guerilla squad of the People’s War Group (PWG) were killed in an encounter at Ponuguntla village, Raiguntla mandal, Warangal district, on July 10. Two carbines were also recovered from the encounter site.
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July - 10 
Two were arrested at Uripok Tourangbam Leikai, another two were arrested at Nagamapal. The last arrest was made at Thangal Bazar.
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Two were arrested at Uripok Tourangbam Leikai, another two were arrested at Nagamapal. The last arrest was made at Thangal Bazar.
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July - 11 
A media report from Nepal said on July 12 that Indian police, on July 11, arrested four Nepalese––three of them journalists–– for helping Nepal’s Maoist insurgents. The journalists are employed with Nepali Aawaj and are placed in Delhi. The fourth of
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A media report from Nepal said on July 12 that Indian police, on July 11, arrested four Nepalese––three of them journalists–– for helping Nepal’s Maoist insurgents. The journalists are employed with Nepali Aawaj and are placed in Delhi. The fourth of those arrested is reportedly a member of the proscribed Akhil Bhartiya Nepal Ekta Samaj (ABNES). Indian Police sources meanwhile, said, the arrest followed a surprised raid near Triveni Kala Sangam, in Delhi, in which 13 persons were picked up. After the identification of the four, the other nine were released.
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July - 11 
A one-and-a-half feet-long live bomb weighing 10 kg was found in a rubbish container in sabzi (grocery) mandi area, Khanna city, on July 11. The Ludhiana district police chief said Ludhiana Deputy Commissioner had been asked to call in a bomb disposa
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A one-and-a-half feet-long live bomb weighing 10 kg was found in a rubbish container in sabzi (grocery) mandi area, Khanna city, on July 11. The Ludhiana district police chief said Ludhiana Deputy Commissioner had been asked to call in a bomb disposal squad from the Army. He, however, refused to comment on the make of the bomb or how it could have reached Khanna.
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July - 11 
A report of July 11 said two unidentified terrorists were killed in separate encounters with security forces at an unnamed place. Details on the incidents are awaited.
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A report of July 11 said two unidentified terrorists were killed in separate encounters with security forces at an unnamed place. Details on the incidents are awaited.
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July - 11 
According to a media report, police arrested three suspected conduits of the United Liberation of Asom (ULFA) in Dibrugarh district, on July 11. They were arrested in a raid in Naojan village, under Barbarua police station police limits. Police were
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According to a media report, police arrested three suspected conduits of the United Liberation of Asom (ULFA) in Dibrugarh district, on July 11. They were arrested in a raid in Naojan village, under Barbarua police station police limits. Police were reportedly looking for two more suspects who are said to be associated with the arrested persons. Police also suspect their involvement in the alleged ULFA extortion racket in the area. Details on the arrests are awaited.
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July - 11 
According to a media report, senior Kashmiri separatist leader Shabir Ahmad Shah, on July 11, asked the Union government to extend a "formal and unconditional" invitation to separatist leaders of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) for a dialogue to resolve the
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According to a media report, senior Kashmiri separatist leader Shabir Ahmad Shah, on July 11, asked the Union government to extend a "formal and unconditional" invitation to separatist leaders of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) for a dialogue to resolve the Kashmir issue. "If the (Union) government is sincere and serious in resolving Kashmir issue then it should extend a formal and unconditional invitation to separatist leaders for dialogue," said Shah in the Anantnag district. "In view of changing world scenario, we need to find ways to resolve Kashmir issue peacefully through dialogue," Shah said, adding, "For an everlasting solution, a meaningful dialogue to end the problem is a must." He also pointed, "We will seriously consider participation in the elections if dialogue is initiated to settle Kashmir issue permanently."
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July - 11 
According to a media report, the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) has asked the State government to clear the tribal populated area of all 'illegal' occupation. On July 11, its 'publicity secretary' B Erakdao, in a press release said the
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According to a media report, the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) has asked the State government to clear the tribal populated area of all 'illegal' occupation. On July 11, its 'publicity secretary' B Erakdao, in a press release said the outfit was for the 'conservation' of forests. He also said that State's government's indictment of the outfit in illegal trade of forest products was not true. The press release also alleged security force (SF) personnel of indulging in corruption. B Erakdao in the release further alleged that the SF personnel in the Bodo dominated area were involved in importing illicit timber items to their native place and the local police personnel were constructing houses disproportionate to their known sources of income. The outfit has reiterated that the place should belong to the 'original' settlers in the area.
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July - 11 
According to media reports, the Kohima Police on July 11 recovered a bullet-riddled body of an National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang (NSCN-K) "Ceasefire Supervisory Board" (CSB) member. No further details were available till last reports
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According to media reports, the Kohima Police on July 11 recovered a bullet-riddled body of an National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang (NSCN-K) "Ceasefire Supervisory Board" (CSB) member. No further details were available till last reports came in.
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July - 11 
According to official sources, the Union government has decided to deport four suspected Nepalese Maoist insurgents. They were arrested in Delhi on July 11 and were taken to Uttar Pradesh from where they would be handed over to Nepalese authorities a
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According to official sources, the Union government has decided to deport four suspected Nepalese Maoist insurgents. They were arrested in Delhi on July 11 and were taken to Uttar Pradesh from where they would be handed over to Nepalese authorities at the Indo-Nepal border. Delhi police sources said they had informed Nepalese authorities who subsequently requested them to deport the detainees.
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July - 11 
Andhra Pradesh police on July 11 arrested a left-wing extremist, Naxalite of the People’s War Group (PWG), under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) in the Narasimhpalli forest, Kanakapalli mandal (administrative unit), Anantpur district. Accordin
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Andhra Pradesh police on July 11 arrested a left-wing extremist, Naxalite of the People’s War Group (PWG), under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) in the Narasimhpalli forest, Kanakapalli mandal (administrative unit), Anantpur district. According to district police chief Anjana Sinha, two landmines were also recovered from his possession. She said the Naxal, K Shankar alias Ramesh, was involved in 24 offences, including killings, arson and blasting of telephone exchanges in the district.
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July - 11 
Andhra Pradesh police on July 11 arrested two persons and seized a large cache of unlicensed ammunition after a raid on a house in Yenegular village, 55 km from Tirupati. Police sources said the seized items include 5"0 gelatine sticks, 1,950 detonat
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Andhra Pradesh police on July 11 arrested two persons and seized a large cache of unlicensed ammunition after a raid on a house in Yenegular village, 55 km from Tirupati. Police sources said the seized items include 5"0 gelatine sticks, 1,950 detonators and eight boxes each of 100 detonators without wires and 12 bundles of fuse wire.
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July - 11 
Another terrorist hideout was destroyed in Kota village, Rajouri district, also on the same day. Two hand grenades, an Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL), two AK magazines, 350 ammunition rounds and 16 Pika rounds were recovered from the hideout, o
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Another terrorist hideout was destroyed in Kota village, Rajouri district, also on the same day. Two hand grenades, an Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL), two AK magazines, 350 ammunition rounds and 16 Pika rounds were recovered from the hideout, official sources said.
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July - 11 
In Adilabad district, police unearthed a huge cache of bullets numbering 2,225 from a hideout in Dongapelli area, Jannaram police station limits. They included 100 AK-47 bullets, 1,000 self-loading rifles bullets, and 620 of .303 rifles.
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In Adilabad district, police unearthed a huge cache of bullets numbering 2,225 from a hideout in Dongapelli area, Jannaram police station limits. They included 100 AK-47 bullets, 1,000 self-loading rifles bullets, and 620 of .303 rifles.
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July - 11 
In another incident in north Kashmir, terrorists attacked a marriage party at Ghat Palhalan near Pattan, on July 11, and killed a counterinsurgent, Tariq Ahmed Dar, resident of Daslipora. A civilian too was killed while another sustained injuries in
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In another incident in north Kashmir, terrorists attacked a marriage party at Ghat Palhalan near Pattan, on July 11, and killed a counterinsurgent, Tariq Ahmed Dar, resident of Daslipora. A civilian too was killed while another sustained injuries in this attack.
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July - 11 
In Kurnool district, the Naxalites blasted a forest department guesthouse at Byriloddi village.
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In Kurnool district, the Naxalites blasted a forest department guesthouse at Byriloddi village.
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July - 11 
In Warangal district, the bandh passed off peacefully in urban areas such as Warngal town, Parakal and Narsampet, but it had a mixed response in Naxalite pockets such as Bhoopalpalli, Jangaon and Cherial. In Nizamabad district, Naxalites raided house
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In Warangal district, the bandh passed off peacefully in urban areas such as Warngal town, Parakal and Narsampet, but it had a mixed response in Naxalite pockets such as Bhoopalpalli, Jangaon and Cherial. In Nizamabad district, Naxalites raided houses in Reddypet village under Kamareddy police station limits and carted away approximately 650 quintals of rice stored for the Food-For-Work programme. Later, the Naxalites distributed the rice among villagers.
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July - 11 
India and Sri Lanka have expressed their commitment to support all global initiatives to eradicate international terrorism. Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and visiting Indian External Affairs Minister, Yashwant Sinha, during their discussions on
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India and Sri Lanka have expressed their commitment to support all global initiatives to eradicate international terrorism. Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and visiting Indian External Affairs Minister, Yashwant Sinha, during their discussions on July 11, reiterated that terrorism cannot be justified on any grounds whether political, ethnic, religious, social or economic.
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July - 11 
Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) general secretary and Member of Parliament (MP) Vaiko was arrested in Chennai, on July 11, upon returning from the US, under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA). A special police team from Madurai exec
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Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) general secretary and Member of Parliament (MP) Vaiko was arrested in Chennai, on July 11, upon returning from the US, under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA). A special police team from Madurai executed the non-bailable arrest warrant. Later, a Madurai court sent him to judicial custody till August 7. Vaiko is the first member of Parliament to be booked under the POTA.
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July - 11 
Police sounded a high alert across the State on the eve of two-day bandh (general strike) call given by the PWG from July 11. Security for all vulnerable targets has also been increased and the police have cautioned political leaders and police offic
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Police sounded a high alert across the State on the eve of two-day bandh (general strike) call given by the PWG from July 11. Security for all vulnerable targets has also been increased and the police have cautioned political leaders and police officers facing threat from Naxalites not to venture into Naxalite-affected areas without proper security cover.
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July - 11 
Reports from north Kashmir, meanwhile, indicated that, on receipt of specific information, SFs conducted a search operation in the forest area near Rather Mohalla of Sogam in Kupwara district, on July 11. In the ensuing encounter, two Pakistan-based
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Reports from north Kashmir, meanwhile, indicated that, on receipt of specific information, SFs conducted a search operation in the forest area near Rather Mohalla of Sogam in Kupwara district, on July 11. In the ensuing encounter, two Pakistan-based terrorists of the Al-Badr Mujahideen and two SF personnel were killed. Two more SF personnel sustained injuries. However, an Al-Badar spokesperson reportedly claimed that none of its cadres were killed. Instead, he held that the terrorists had killed four SF personnel. According to the spokesperson, it was a joint group of Al-Badar, Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) terrorist outfits that had participated in the attack.
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July - 11 
SF personnel, on July 11, destroyed a terrorist hideout in Sabjian area, Poonch district, and recovered a large quantity of explosive material. Recoveries included six anti-tank rifle grenades, four boosters, five detonators, a wireless set and 12 ri
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SF personnel, on July 11, destroyed a terrorist hideout in Sabjian area, Poonch district, and recovered a large quantity of explosive material. Recoveries included six anti-tank rifle grenades, four boosters, five detonators, a wireless set and 12 rifle grenades. The terrorists were not present at the hideout when the raid occurred.
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July - 11 
Speaking to the media in New Delhi on July 11, Union Home Secretary Kamal Pande said India and Myanmar have agreed to jointly work to dismantle terrorist camps in Myanmar and firmly deal with drug trafficking along the border. The decision was take
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Speaking to the media in New Delhi on July 11, Union Home Secretary Kamal Pande said India and Myanmar have agreed to jointly work to dismantle terrorist camps in Myanmar and firmly deal with drug trafficking along the border. The decision was taken at a meeting in New Delhi where the two sides signed the agreed minutes of the Eighth National Level Meeting. Deputy Home Minister Brig Gen Thura Myint Maung led Myanmar’s delegation. Maung also met Deputy Prime Minister and Union Home Minister L K Advani and Minister of State for External Affairs Digvijay Singh.
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July - 11 
The bandh call has been given to protest the killings of PWG leaders in recent encounters in the State.
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The bandh call has been given to protest the killings of PWG leaders in recent encounters in the State.
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July - 11 
The two-day Andhra Pradesh bandh (general shutdown) called by the PWG to protest police encounters began on July 11 with blasting of the mandal development office in Pedda Dornala, Prakasam district. Elsewhere, the bandh passed off peacefully with on
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The two-day Andhra Pradesh bandh (general shutdown) called by the PWG to protest police encounters began on July 11 with blasting of the mandal development office in Pedda Dornala, Prakasam district. Elsewhere, the bandh passed off peacefully with only minor incidents of violence reported. While life remained normal in the cities, businesses and bus services were affected in naxalite-dominated areas in Telangana districts.
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July - 11 
Two terrorists were killed in separate encounters in Assam's Karbi Anglong district. A Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) terrorist was killed at Lilang Disa, on July 11. Separately, an unidentified terrorist was killed in the same district.
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Two terrorists were killed in separate encounters in Assam's Karbi Anglong district. A Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) terrorist was killed at Lilang Disa, on July 11. Separately, an unidentified terrorist was killed in the same district.
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July - 11 
Two terrorists, including a ‘deputy district commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), Sarfaraz Rathore alias Aziz and two security force (SF) personnel were killed while another SF personnel was injured in an encounter at Toti Gali in Surankote on
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Two terrorists, including a ‘deputy district commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), Sarfaraz Rathore alias Aziz and two security force (SF) personnel were killed while another SF personnel was injured in an encounter at Toti Gali in Surankote on July 11. Official sources said SFs had launched a search operation in Toti Gali near Chambayar forests, Hari Budha area, Surankote, after securing information on terrorists’ presence. An encounter between the two sides ensued when the terrorists commenced firing on approaching columns of SFs. Resultantly, two terrorists and two SF personnel were killed. Rathore reportedly hailed from the Bagh district in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK). A Pika gun, three magazines, 80 ammunition rounds and a wireless set were recovered from his possession. Rathore’s dead associate was identified as Hamza Turkey, a front-ranking terrorist of the Al Jehad, hailing from Pakistan. From his possession, the SFs recovered an AK rifle, 120 ammunition rounds and a wireless set. The other terrorists of the group managed to escape from the encounter site.
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July - 11 
Unidentified terrorists in Warpora, Pattan, killed a civilian. According to a media report, the terrorists had killed his brother similarly in the year 2000. Also, a civilian was injured when terrorists attacked him in Pathribandi, Bandipora, on July
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Unidentified terrorists in Warpora, Pattan, killed a civilian. According to a media report, the terrorists had killed his brother similarly in the year 2000. Also, a civilian was injured when terrorists attacked him in Pathribandi, Bandipora, on July 11.
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July - 12 
A media report of July 12 indicated that 'moderate' elements in the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) outfit are inclined towards holding a dialogue with the Union government for their return to mainstream society. The faction, reportedly led by Dilip Nunsia,
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A media report of July 12 indicated that 'moderate' elements in the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) outfit are inclined towards holding a dialogue with the Union government for their return to mainstream society. The faction, reportedly led by Dilip Nunsia, is ready to negotiate the terms to shun violence. The report further said that increasing pressure from various Dimasa 'social and literary' bodies have made them to re-think their strategy of violence to seek attainment of their 'objective'. There are also reports of a growing rift between the Dimasa and non-Dimasa groups. However, another faction led by Gorlusa, is reportedly opposed to any such proposal and is instead involved in fresh recruitment drive in the bordering villages of Borail Hills and North Cachar Hills. One of its cadres, Rajesh Kemprai, is said to be supervising this recruitment drive and 'arrangement' for their training. This faction is also alleged to be tying up with other Assam-based terrorist outfits like the United People's Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB).
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July - 12 
According to a media report, acting chairman of the Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) Javid Ahmad Mir was taken into preventive custody on July 12 in Jammu along with a party activist when he attempted to lead a demonstration to protest alleg
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According to a media report, acting chairman of the Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) Javid Ahmad Mir was taken into preventive custody on July 12 in Jammu along with a party activist when he attempted to lead a demonstration to protest alleged human rights violations.
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July - 12 
According to media reports, security forces (SFs) on July 12 killed seven hardcore terrorists in the Bafliaz area of Surankote in Poonch district during an encounter. Two SF personnel were also killed while another was injured during the encounter. A
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According to media reports, security forces (SFs) on July 12 killed seven hardcore terrorists in the Bafliaz area of Surankote in Poonch district during an encounter. Two SF personnel were also killed while another was injured during the encounter. All slain terrorists were reported to be foreign mercenaries. Unconfirmed reports said that three civilians were also killed in the exchange of firing but there was no official confirmation of this report. SFs had launched a search operation in Ranjiti Dhok and Hill Kaka in upper reaches of Bafliaz area of Surankote based on information that a group of foreign mercenaries was hiding in the two villages for the past one week and were reportedly planning to carry out a major terrorist attack in the next couple of days. The terrorists having observed movement of the SF personnel were attempting to escape towards a forest area when they were challenged and asked to surrender by the SFs. However, the terrorists commenced heavy firing on the SF personnel, who retaliated. Simultaneously, a separate team of SFs intercepted another group of terrorists in the adjoining Hill Kaka area in Bafliaz and engaged them in an encounter. Seven terrorists, including five terrorists were killed in Ranjiti Dhok while two others were killed in Hill Kaka. Two SF personnel were also killed during the encounter while another was injured. The SFs also recovered four AK rifles, one Pika gun, one sniper rifle, one pistol, two wireless sets, five hand grenades, an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) weighing 2.5 kg, 200 AK rounds and 10 magazines from the encounter site. Official sources have indicated that the slain terrorists were believed to be foreign mercenaries, affiliated to Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT).
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July - 12 
At least six police personnel were injured when suspected terrorists exploded an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at Sunu Siphai, Bishnupur district, on July 12. The police personnel were proceeding towards Moirang when the incident occurred. Conseq
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At least six police personnel were injured when suspected terrorists exploded an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at Sunu Siphai, Bishnupur district, on July 12. The police personnel were proceeding towards Moirang when the incident occurred. Consequent to the incident, a Border Security Force (BSF) team visited the incident site and a villager who tried to escape was shot and injured.
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July - 12 
In a brief joint statement following a meeting in Amsterdam on July 11, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) General Secretary, Muivah, and the Chief Interlocutor of the Union Government, K Padmanabhaiah, announced that
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In a brief joint statement following a meeting in Amsterdam on July 11, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) General Secretary, Muivah, and the Chief Interlocutor of the Union Government, K Padmanabhaiah, announced that they have agreed on two major points regarding the Naga peace process. Firstly, it was decided that the ongoing cease-fire between NSCN-IM and Union Government would be extended for another year beginning from August 1, 2002. Secondly, it was decided that peace talks would continue in an accommodative manner recognising the unique history of the Nagas and efforts would be made to arrive at a honourable solution. The statement also is reported to have hinted on the NSCN-IM leadership’s willingness to accept the offer of Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee to return to India to pursue peace talks. "The NSCN leadership expresses willingness to come to India after the procedural aspects are taken care of," the statement said.
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July - 12 
Police also arrested a People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) terrorist from Moirang Khunou Sabal Leikai.
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Police also arrested a People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) terrorist from Moirang Khunou Sabal Leikai.
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July - 12 
Rejecting the recent proposal of the separatist alliance All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) to send a delegation to Pakistan for talks on enforcing a cease-fire in the State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), chairman of the United Jehad Council and Hiz
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Rejecting the recent proposal of the separatist alliance All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) to send a delegation to Pakistan for talks on enforcing a cease-fire in the State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), chairman of the United Jehad Council and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) chief Syed Salahuddin has said that "gun and talks" proceed simultaneously. Ruling out participation in any cease-fire, he said such an exercise was not pre-requisite for holding talks and that the "past experience of cease-fire bore no fruit and met a serious disaster." "We can consider this option after India meets our demand (of accepting Kashmir as a disputed territory) backed by guarantees from world powers", he told a Karachi-based magazine Herald. Commenting on Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf’s commitment to permanently stop cross-border infiltration, Salahuddin said that they did not recognize the Line of Control (LoC). "Let me tell you that no power on earth can deprive us of our right to move" within Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir (PoK) or J&K, he said.
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July - 12 
Speaking in Chennai on July 12, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, J Jayalalitha, said the government would initiate steps to proscribe the Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) for its open support to the ‘deadly and treacherous’ Liberation Tigers o
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Speaking in Chennai on July 12, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, J Jayalalitha, said the government would initiate steps to proscribe the Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) for its open support to the ‘deadly and treacherous’ Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). She said, "We have prima facie case against him and all the documents will be produced in a special court to be constituted to conduct trial in the case". Jayalalitha said the MDMK General Council at its recent executive meeting had passed a resolution that the party's very existence was for fighting for the cause of Sri Lankan Tamils and its support to the LTTE would continue. It had nothing to do for India or for Tamil Nadu, which was a dangerous trend, she added. As reported earlier, MDMK General Secretary and Member of Parliament (MP), Vaiko, was arrested in Chennai on July 11 upon his return from the US, under the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 (POTA).
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July - 12 
The Akhnoor police arrested a youth impersonating as a terrorist while two of his associates were still at large.
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The Akhnoor police arrested a youth impersonating as a terrorist while two of his associates were still at large.
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July - 12 
The second day of the two-day State bandh (general shutdown) called by left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group the People’s War Group (PWG) passed off peacefully in Andhra Pradesh. According to State police chief P Ramulu, the bandh evoked poor response e
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The second day of the two-day State bandh (general shutdown) called by left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group the People’s War Group (PWG) passed off peacefully in Andhra Pradesh. According to State police chief P Ramulu, the bandh evoked poor response even in Naxal strongholds like Karimnagar and Adilabad. He said, "The bandh has had no effect on anybody." Meanwhile, speaking to media personnel at Dubbacherla in the Ranga Reddy district, State Home Minister T Devender Goud said the government was always ready for continuing the dialogue. He, however, made it clear that there was no need for any emissary this time for mediating between the Government and the PWG and that `main leaders' of Naxalites could directly come forward for the talks, choosing any city/town in the State, apart from Hyderabad (Secretariat) as the venue. The same facilities, including safe passage, would be provided. He categorically ruled out forest sanctuaries as the venue, saying there was no scope for undertaking the crucial exercise at isolated places.
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July - 12 
The Special Operations Group (SOG) of Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested a HM terrorist at Chanpora-Rajpora in the Pulwama district of south Kashmir. A pistol, eight rounds of ammunition, a wireless set, 430 ak rounds and ten bottles of acid were reco
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The Special Operations Group (SOG) of Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested a HM terrorist at Chanpora-Rajpora in the Pulwama district of south Kashmir. A pistol, eight rounds of ammunition, a wireless set, 430 ak rounds and ten bottles of acid were recovered from his possession. Another terrorist was arrested from village Dudbugh-Kreeri in the Baramulla district of north Kashmir and police recovered a pistol, two rounds of ammunition and two grenades from his possession. SF personnel arrested another terrorist from Goribakar in the Handwara area of Kupwara district. SFs, separately, also destroyed a terrorist hideout during search operations at a forest in the Boniyar area of Baramulla district. The search led to the recovery of one AK rifle, two magazines, 60 rounds, two Under Barrel Grenade Launchers and eight hand grenades.
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July - 12 
The United States and India have pledged to redouble their efforts to combat the Al Qaeda network, after senior counter-terrorism experts from each side met for two days of talks in Washington, on July 12. In the fifth meeting of the US-India Joint W
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The United States and India have pledged to redouble their efforts to combat the Al Qaeda network, after senior counter-terrorism experts from each side met for two days of talks in Washington, on July 12. In the fifth meeting of the US-India Joint Working Group on counter-terrorism, the two sides highlighted their bid to deepen intelligence cooperation, which has accelerated since the September 11, 2001 multiple terrorist attacks on New York and Pentagon. A joint statement issued by the two sides said, "the two sides agreed to further intensify intelligence sharing and coordinate action in pursuit of the remains of Al Qaeda members and associated terrorist groups….the declaration also discussed the nexus between weapons of mass destruction, proliferation and terrorism." The Joint Working Group also agreed to hold its sixth meeting in New Delhi at the beginning of year 2003, the statement added.
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July - 12 
Unidentified terrorists killed a civilian who had reportedly provided hospitality to a group of terrorists in the Khrew village of Pampore. The same group of terrorists also injured another civilian in the same area. Official sources said that the ci
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Unidentified terrorists killed a civilian who had reportedly provided hospitality to a group of terrorists in the Khrew village of Pampore. The same group of terrorists also injured another civilian in the same area. Official sources said that the civilian was killed because the terrorists suspected him to be an informer of the SFs. On May 2, two cadres of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) had been allegedly given shelter at his home. On the same day, SFs raided the house and killed both the terrorists. It is believed that terrorists killed the civilian with the allegation that he had himself informed the SF personnel regarding presence of the two HM cadres at his home.
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July - 13 
In a major haul, security forces on July 13 seized 833 kg of highly explosive RDX from three persons in the Anantnag district, said official sources. During random checking on the national highway at Bijbehara, Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) perso
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In a major haul, security forces on July 13 seized 833 kg of highly explosive RDX from three persons in the Anantnag district, said official sources. During random checking on the national highway at Bijbehara, Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) personnel, found the explosive being carried on a horse cart and arrested three persons.
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July - 13 
In a major terrorist strike on a civilian locality in Rajiv Nagar in Jammu, on July 13, unidentified terrorists killed approximately 25 persons including 12 women and a child and injured 35 others and later escaped from the incident site. The terrori
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In a major terrorist strike on a civilian locality in Rajiv Nagar in Jammu, on July 13, unidentified terrorists killed approximately 25 persons including 12 women and a child and injured 35 others and later escaped from the incident site. The terrorist attack, which came nine days before the commencement of the annual Amarnath pilgrimage was targeted against civilians of Rajiv Nagar near Qasim Nagar, primarily inhabited by labourers. According to a media report, this was the first terrorist incident of its kind on the peripheries of the city. Security forces (SFs) later carried out a search operation in Sidhra, a possible escape route of the terrorists, who numbered between three to five. However, no arrests have been made thus far in connection with the massacre. Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Jammu-Kathua range, Dilbagh Singh, later said that at least four to five terrorists, all of whom were reportedly wearing dresses of Sadhus (pilgrims), descended on Rajiv Nagar after trekking through two hills of Bhatindi parallel to two towers. The terrorists, equipped with AK rifles and grenades, first made the devotees, who were offering prayers inside a temple, their target. They lobbed grenades on the temple and resorted to indiscriminate firing. All the victims were reportedly slum dwellers of Rajiv Nagar and many of them were labourers from the States of Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. This was third major terrorist incident in Jammu and outskirts during the last three and a half months. On March 30, two fidayeens (suicide terrorists) had struck near the Ragunath temple killing 11 civilians. As reported earlier, the suicide terrorists were killed within 10 minutes of the attack. On May 14, three fidayeens stormed inside the family quarters of SFs at Kaluchak killing 32 persons and injuring several others. All the three fidayeen in this incident were also killed.
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July - 13 
Media reports said a local-level leader in Tripura was killed and two more abducted by suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists in separate incidents. Quoting State police personnel, the reports further said the leader was k
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Media reports said a local-level leader in Tripura was killed and two more abducted by suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists in separate incidents. Quoting State police personnel, the reports further said the leader was killed by a group of heavily armed suspected NLFT terrorists at Burhuria village, South Tripura district, on July 13. The slain leader, a member of the Tribal Youth Federation (TYF) was allegedly dragged from his house and was later killed by the terrorists. The terrorists reportedly managed to escape after the incident. A search operation was subsequently launched to nab the terrorists. No further details were available when reports last came in.
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July - 13 
NLFT terrorists abducted two other members of the TYF from Lambucherra village in Dhalai district, on the same day in a separate incident. The police were trying to locate the terrorists' hideout to rescue the captives when reports last came in.
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NLFT terrorists abducted two other members of the TYF from Lambucherra village in Dhalai district, on the same day in a separate incident. The police were trying to locate the terrorists' hideout to rescue the captives when reports last came in.
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July - 13 
Official sources said that during a cordon and search operation at Buchgam-Narkund, Qazigund, terrorists killed a security force personnel on the same day. In retaliation, SFs killed a terrorist who was identified as Abu Obaid of the Lashkar-e-Toiba
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Official sources said that during a cordon and search operation at Buchgam-Narkund, Qazigund, terrorists killed a security force personnel on the same day. In retaliation, SFs killed a terrorist who was identified as Abu Obaid of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT). The other terrorists managed to escape from the incident site. One AK rifle, two magazines, one pistol and two grenades were recovered from the slain terrorist’s possession.
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July - 13 
Reports from Kupwara district said that, SFs mistook a civilian for a terrorist and killed him at his village Chandigam.
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Reports from Kupwara district said that, SFs mistook a civilian for a terrorist and killed him at his village Chandigam.
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July - 13 
Security force personnel arrested one terrorist at Noorbagh in the Baramulla district on July 13 and also recovered ten grenades from his possession.
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Security force personnel arrested one terrorist at Noorbagh in the Baramulla district on July 13 and also recovered ten grenades from his possession.
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July - 13 
Security forces killed two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists in an encounter in Darrang district, on July 13, following a raid. Terrorists lobbed grenades and fired at security forces while attempting to escape but were killed in reta
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Security forces killed two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists in an encounter in Darrang district, on July 13, following a raid. Terrorists lobbed grenades and fired at security forces while attempting to escape but were killed in retaliatory firing by security forces. There were no casualties on the side of security forces.
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July - 13 
SF personnel killed one unidentified terrorist at the Chana Mohalla area in Chattabal. One AK rifle, one magazine and one wireless set were recovered from him.
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SF personnel killed one unidentified terrorist at the Chana Mohalla area in Chattabal. One AK rifle, one magazine and one wireless set were recovered from him.
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July - 14 
A terrorist and a woman were killed in two separate incidents across Rajouri and Poonch districts on July 14. Official sources said unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir killed a woman at her house in Rajdhani in the Thanna Mandi area of Rajou
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A terrorist and a woman were killed in two separate incidents across Rajouri and Poonch districts on July 14. Official sources said unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir killed a woman at her house in Rajdhani in the Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri district. The terrorists escaped after the killing. Security forces (SFs), meanwhile, killed a terrorist in Poonch, also on the same day. A hand grenade was recovered from the slain terrorist’s possession.
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July - 14 
According to a media report of July 14, a Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) terrorist was killed in an encounter in Assam's Karbi Anglong district. The encounter occurred near Bara Langpher village. Some arms and ammunition were also seized from the slain terr
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According to a media report of July 14, a Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) terrorist was killed in an encounter in Assam's Karbi Anglong district. The encounter occurred near Bara Langpher village. Some arms and ammunition were also seized from the slain terrorist.
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July - 14 
According to a media report of July 14, West Bengal police are on high alert following intelligence reports that sick terrorists camps may sneak into the State from Bhutanese camps to undergo treatment in hospitals in West Bengal.
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According to a media report of July 14, West Bengal police are on high alert following intelligence reports that sick terrorists camps may sneak into the State from Bhutanese camps to undergo treatment in hospitals in West Bengal.
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July - 14 
According to a media report, Assam police seized a huge cache of explosives from Hatimora locality on the Indo-Bhutan border, under Basugaon police station limits of Kokrajhar district, on July 14. No further details were available when reports last
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According to a media report, Assam police seized a huge cache of explosives from Hatimora locality on the Indo-Bhutan border, under Basugaon police station limits of Kokrajhar district, on July 14. No further details were available when reports last came in.
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July - 14 
According to media reports, two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in an encounter at Dighali village, under Nalbari police station limit, Nalbari district, on July 14. A .32 pistol with ammunition and two Chinese grenades
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According to media reports, two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in an encounter at Dighali village, under Nalbari police station limit, Nalbari district, on July 14. A .32 pistol with ammunition and two Chinese grenades were seized from the encounter site.
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July - 14 
Expressing "deep concern" over the terrorist strike, Russia asked Pakistan to fulfil its obligation to end infiltration of militants into Jammu and Kashmir.
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Expressing "deep concern" over the terrorist strike, Russia asked Pakistan to fulfil its obligation to end infiltration of militants into Jammu and Kashmir.
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July - 14 
Gujarat police arrested an agent of the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) in Ahmedabad on July 14. Official sources said the agent, an ex-army man, who was in Dubai, was engaged for spying on behalf of Pakistan's ISI agency and had even assumed a fal
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Gujarat police arrested an agent of the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) in Ahmedabad on July 14. Official sources said the agent, an ex-army man, who was in Dubai, was engaged for spying on behalf of Pakistan's ISI agency and had even assumed a false identity to undertake spying. Trained in Pakistan, the agent was arrested while passing on information about troops-movement. Some incriminating documents were also recovered from his possession.
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July - 14 
In a move towards enforcing regulations to check the influx of illegal migrants from Bangladesh into Nagaland, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang (NSCN-K) said it would issue ‘temporary resident permit’ (TRP) to Bangladeshi migrant
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In a move towards enforcing regulations to check the influx of illegal migrants from Bangladesh into Nagaland, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang (NSCN-K) said it would issue ‘temporary resident permit’ (TRP) to Bangladeshi migrants. Announcing the decision in a statement on July 14, the NSCN-K said it would issue the TRP through its network to ‘Miyas’ (a Naga term for Bangladeshi migrants) for a year, which, however, could be renewed. Stating that the entry of Miyas would be restricted to 2,500 per district it urged landowners not to employ more than one ‘Miya’ for temporary cultivation. The NSCN-K said the decision was taken since the Inner Line Regulation Act that regulates the inflow of non-Nagas into the State is ineffective.
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July - 14 
Indian media reports said, the United States and Britain, on July 14, condemned the Qasimnagar, Jammu-massacre by terming it as horrific, while Russia asked Pakistan to stop infiltration into Jammu and Kashmir. British Foreign Seretary Jack Straw,
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Indian media reports said, the United States and Britain, on July 14, condemned the Qasimnagar, Jammu-massacre by terming it as horrific, while Russia asked Pakistan to stop infiltration into Jammu and Kashmir. British Foreign Seretary Jack Straw, who is arriving in New Delhi on July 14, said, "I am horrified at this attack on innocent civilians." "Terrorism be it in Jammu, Kashmir or anywhere else only serves to renew the determination of the free world to fight the evil," he said.
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July - 14 
Intelligence reports said United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) cadres in camps in Bhutan are infected with malaria and other seasonal viral diseases. Since Bhutan has taken a tough stand against thes
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Intelligence reports said United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) cadres in camps in Bhutan are infected with malaria and other seasonal viral diseases. Since Bhutan has taken a tough stand against these terrorist outfits and has restricted their movement, it is suspect that the terrorists may go to various hospitals in the State.
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July - 14 
Left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), on July 14, accepted that they suffered a setback due to the death of two important cadres following renewed activity in Bihar by police during the past two months and have issued speci
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Left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), on July 14, accepted that they suffered a setback due to the death of two important cadres following renewed activity in Bihar by police during the past two months and have issued specific guidelines to cadres to counter police offensives. The 11-point plan issued by PWG divisional committee chief Prakash Kumar includes use of launchers, grenades and claymore mines against police; use of information systems to trace movement of police; strict observance of military discipline and secrecy; and getting all actions reviewed by the party committee. Two PWG leaders––Vijay,‘commander’ of the Special Guerilla Squad (SGS) and Vinod, a member of the SGS, were killed in police action in Supauli village under Masaurhi police station limits of Patna recently.
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July - 14 
Prime Minister's Special Emissary in the Naga peace talks, K. Padmanabhaiah on July 14 announced that National Socialist Council of Nagaland––Isack-Muivah [NSCN-IM] general secretary T Muivah had for the first time agreed in writing to come to India
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Prime Minister's Special Emissary in the Naga peace talks, K. Padmanabhaiah on July 14 announced that National Socialist Council of Nagaland––Isack-Muivah [NSCN-IM] general secretary T Muivah had for the first time agreed in writing to come to India to hold talks to further the Naga peace process. Padmanabhaiah returned to New Delhi following the latest round of talks with NSCN-IM leadership in Amsterdam between July 9-11. Padmanabhaiah also said the next round of talks could take place within six weeks, but was, however, not sure if they would be held in India.
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July - 14 
Suspected National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB) terrorists massacred nine persons in Assam's Kokrajhar district, on June 14. Media reports said the victims were Adivasis and they included three women and a 10-year-old girl child. Five others w
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Suspected National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB) terrorists massacred nine persons in Assam's Kokrajhar district, on June 14. Media reports said the victims were Adivasis and they included three women and a 10-year-old girl child. Five others were also seriously injured in the attack. The incident occurred when NDFB terrorists attacked thatched houses of the Adivasis staying in the West Maligaon forest village relief camps. Some of the houses were also set ablaze by the terrorists who reportedly managed to escape under the cover of darkness. Kokrajhar Deputy Commissioner (DC) Dr A.K. Bhutani reportedly said a search operation was on to nab the terrorists. He also said a review meeting of the Kokrajhar district coordination committee under the Unified Command Structure was held to take stock of the situation. Further information was is awaited.
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July - 14 
The death toll in the July 13-terrorist massacre at Qasim Nagar in Jammu increased to 27 with two more injured succumbing to their injuries. 28 persons injured during the massacre are still undergoing treatment.
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The death toll in the July 13-terrorist massacre at Qasim Nagar in Jammu increased to 27 with two more injured succumbing to their injuries. 28 persons injured during the massacre are still undergoing treatment.
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July - 14 
The Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist outfit is responsible for the July 13-massacre in Qasim Nagar, Jammu, in which 27 persons were killed, Director General of Jammu and Kashmir State Police (DGP) A K Suri said on July 14. "The Lashkar
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The Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist outfit is responsible for the July 13-massacre in Qasim Nagar, Jammu, in which 27 persons were killed, Director General of Jammu and Kashmir State Police (DGP) A K Suri said on July 14. "The Lashkar has been responsible for this. There was definite information that the Lashkar has been planning attacks in Jammu and this is in pursuance of that information that we have this incident," Suri said.
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July - 14 
Three ULFA terrorists were arrested from Netabari village, under Tamarhat police station limits, on July 14. They were allegedly on an extortion bid.
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Three ULFA terrorists were arrested from Netabari village, under Tamarhat police station limits, on July 14. They were allegedly on an extortion bid.
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July - 14 
United States Secretary of State Collin Powell said, "we strongly condemn any acts of terrorism and any terrorist attacks. Also, White House deputy deputy spokesman Scott Mclellan said in Washington, "Our thoughts and our prayers are with the victims
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United States Secretary of State Collin Powell said, "we strongly condemn any acts of terrorism and any terrorist attacks. Also, White House deputy deputy spokesman Scott Mclellan said in Washington, "Our thoughts and our prayers are with the victims and their families".
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July - 15 
According to media reports the Andhra Pradesh State Cabinet on July 15 decided to further extend the ban on left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) by another year. The ban originally imposed in ___ was due to have expired on
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According to media reports the Andhra Pradesh State Cabinet on July 15 decided to further extend the ban on left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) by another year. The ban originally imposed in ___ was due to have expired on July 22. Reports added that the extension had to be viewed in the backdrop of three rounds of negotiations, which were held with representatives of the PWG to facilitate direct talks with the PWG higher leadership. Reports, however, did not state clearly if the dates for the possible direct talks with the PWG had yet been decided.
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July - 15 
According to media reports, a child was injured in a crude bomb explosion on July 15 in the Sarita Vihar area of south Delhi. Details of the blast are awaited.
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According to media reports, a child was injured in a crude bomb explosion on July 15 in the Sarita Vihar area of south Delhi. Details of the blast are awaited.
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July - 15 
According to media reports, Indravadan Bhatt, an agent of the Inter Service Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, arrested earlier by the Bhavnagar police, was remanded to seven days in police custody by a Session Court in Bhav
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According to media reports, Indravadan Bhatt, an agent of the Inter Service Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, arrested earlier by the Bhavnagar police, was remanded to seven days in police custody by a Session Court in Bhavnagar, on July 15.
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July - 15 
According to media reports, two days after arresting a clerk for allegedly possessing sensitive information, police, on July 15, arrested four agents of the Inter Service Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, in Muzaffarnagar d
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According to media reports, two days after arresting a clerk for allegedly possessing sensitive information, police, on July 15, arrested four agents of the Inter Service Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, in Muzaffarnagar district.
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July - 15 
According to media reports, unidentified terrorists killed two tribal youths at Jamthumbari in Dhalai district, on July 14. Police suspect that the terrorists belonged to a tribal outfit, whose identity could not be ascertained immediately. A search
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According to media reports, unidentified terrorists killed two tribal youths at Jamthumbari in Dhalai district, on July 14. Police suspect that the terrorists belonged to a tribal outfit, whose identity could not be ascertained immediately. A search operation is on to nab the terrorists.
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July - 15 
In a joint operation, police and Intelligence Bureau officials arrested four agents of the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, from Sherpur and Jat Mujhera villages, Muzaffarnagar district, on July 15. They hav
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In a joint operation, police and Intelligence Bureau officials arrested four agents of the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, from Sherpur and Jat Mujhera villages, Muzaffarnagar district, on July 15. They have been booked under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) on charges of spying. Police sources indicated that the arrested agents, during interrogation, had revealed vital information about the ISI network in western Uttar Pradesh and some more arrests were likely soon.
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July - 15 
In another incident at Neela village, between Palapora and Wanigam villages in the Pattan belt of north Kashmir, official sources said terrorists in an ambush attacked an SF convoy and in the ensuing encounter, an SF personnel was killed while the te
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In another incident at Neela village, between Palapora and Wanigam villages in the Pattan belt of north Kashmir, official sources said terrorists in an ambush attacked an SF convoy and in the ensuing encounter, an SF personnel was killed while the terrorists managed to escape.
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July - 15 
In another incident, on the same day, a suspected Naxalite of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) was arrested from Dakshin Kashilya village, Birbhum district.
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In another incident, on the same day, a suspected Naxalite of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) was arrested from Dakshin Kashilya village, Birbhum district.
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July - 15 
Intelligence reports cautioned the authorities of the presence of a 70-member-strong ULFA gang in Sivasagar district. According to media reports of July 15, the intelligence sources also said central committee 'operation commandant' Dristi Rajkhowa i
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Intelligence reports cautioned the authorities of the presence of a 70-member-strong ULFA gang in Sivasagar district. According to media reports of July 15, the intelligence sources also said central committee 'operation commandant' Dristi Rajkhowa is leading the group. This group has infiltrated the district allegedly for carrying out subversive activities on the occasion of the forthcoming Indian Independence Day (August 15). Such activities could include explosions at oil installations, attacks on surrendered ULFA terrorists and extortion from local residents.
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July - 15 
Media reports said a rail and road blockade agitation on July 15 by Sanmilita Janagosthiya Sangram Samity (SJSS) to protest creation of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) severely disrupted movement in the State. Trains running from Guwahati and
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Media reports said a rail and road blockade agitation on July 15 by Sanmilita Janagosthiya Sangram Samity (SJSS) to protest creation of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) severely disrupted movement in the State. Trains running from Guwahati and other parts of the State could not reach their respective destinations. The Delhi-bound Rajdhani Express had to be halted at Tihu and railway authorities were reportedly considering an alternative route from Guwahati via South Bank to New Delhi. Buses were stopped, and some were even attacked. In Darrang two Assam State Transport Corporation (ASTC) buses were allegedly damaged in an attack by the SJSS agitators. The agitation affected normal vehicular movement in Barpeta, Darrang, Guwahati and Bongaigaon districts. There were also reports of arrests from these districts. SJSS is a co-ordinating body of approximately 18 non-Bodo groups in
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July - 15 
Police in Yellandu, Andhra Pradesh, arrested Md. Sultan under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) on charges of being a sympathiser of left-extremists, Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG). The arrest followed a raid at a house from where 60
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Police in Yellandu, Andhra Pradesh, arrested Md. Sultan under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) on charges of being a sympathiser of left-extremists, Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG). The arrest followed a raid at a house from where 60 olive green uniforms meant for a military platoon were seized. Sulatan bought the cloth for the uniforms and had also got them stitched, Kahammam district police chief V V Srinivasa Rao said, on July 15. Reportedly, Sultan was involved in the bomb attack on the Yellandu police station on May 23 1988. Only lately, he had also arranged for the collection from Mutharam forest area of the blood sample of a member of the East Zonal Command Committee and subsequently for its clinical test. Nine others, mainly couriers and contacts of squads operating in Khammam district, were also arrested under various sections of the National Security Act. The seizures and arrest followed a tip off after the Mamillavai encounter.
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July - 15 
Quoting official sources, media reports said the PWG has formed two more Local Guerrilla Squads (LGS) in Khammam district. One has been operating in the Wajeedu-Venkatapuram area and the other in Charla area.
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Quoting official sources, media reports said the PWG has formed two more Local Guerrilla Squads (LGS) in Khammam district. One has been operating in the Wajeedu-Venkatapuram area and the other in Charla area.
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July - 15 
Security force (SF) personnel killed six terrorists on July 15 across and Poonch districts and foiled terrorists’ plot to target the Sarthal Mata pilgrimage by defusing a powerful explosive device planted on the yatra track. Official sources said SFs
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Security force (SF) personnel killed six terrorists on July 15 across and Poonch districts and foiled terrorists’ plot to target the Sarthal Mata pilgrimage by defusing a powerful explosive device planted on the yatra track. Official sources said SFs killed three Pakistan-based terrorists after an encounter at Angan Pathri in the Mandi sector of Poonch district. The terrorists were killed when their SFs destroyed their hideout after securing information about their presence in Angan Pathri, Pir Panjal range. Three AK-56 rifles, three magazines, 38 rounds and a wireless set were recovered from the possession of slain terrorists.
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July - 15 
Security forces detected and defused a 15kg-Improvised Explosive Device (IED) on the Sarthal road, about one and a half kilometer from Kishtwar. Unidentified terrorists had reportedly planted the IED to target the Sarthal Mata pilgrimage, scheduled t
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Security forces detected and defused a 15kg-Improvised Explosive Device (IED) on the Sarthal road, about one and a half kilometer from Kishtwar. Unidentified terrorists had reportedly planted the IED to target the Sarthal Mata pilgrimage, scheduled to begin on July 17.
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July - 15 
SF personnel killed Zubair Ahmed Khan, a ‘battalion commander’ of the HM, at Kaw Cheran village in Kangan.
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SF personnel killed Zubair Ahmed Khan, a ‘battalion commander’ of the HM, at Kaw Cheran village in Kangan.
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July - 15 
SFs on, July 15, killed two terrorists, including a suspected foreign mercenary at Malsar Narh in the Warwan area of Doda district. Recoveries made from the encounter site included an AK-47 rifle with three magazines, a pistol with two magazines, a g
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SFs on, July 15, killed two terrorists, including a suspected foreign mercenary at Malsar Narh in the Warwan area of Doda district. Recoveries made from the encounter site included an AK-47 rifle with three magazines, a pistol with two magazines, a grenade and a wireless set. Another terrorist was killed in an encounter at Banjari Dhar in Gandoh. He has been identified as Noor Mohd and is a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) cadre. SF personnel also recovered an AK rifle, a magazine and a wireless set from the encounter site.
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July - 15 
The Bodo Liberation Tiger (BLT), at its meeting held in Kokrajhar, on July 15, reportedly decided to participate in the next round of tripartite talks. The talks would be held in New Delhi on July 18. Various issues related to the BTC would be discus
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The Bodo Liberation Tiger (BLT), at its meeting held in Kokrajhar, on July 15, reportedly decided to participate in the next round of tripartite talks. The talks would be held in New Delhi on July 18. Various issues related to the BTC would be discussed at the talks.
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July - 15 
Two suspected left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), were arrested from Metela in the Goaltore area of Midnapore West district, on July 15. Official sources said the arrested Naxalites might have had some role in the killing
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Two suspected left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), were arrested from Metela in the Goaltore area of Midnapore West district, on July 15. Official sources said the arrested Naxalites might have had some role in the killing of ruling Communist Party of India Marxist [CPI-M] leader Ajit Ghosh and his bodyguard.
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July - 15 
Unidentified terrorists at Sambora village, on the Pampore-Pulwama road, killed a civilian. He was reportedly killed with the accusation that he was an informer of security forces.
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Unidentified terrorists at Sambora village, on the Pampore-Pulwama road, killed a civilian. He was reportedly killed with the accusation that he was an informer of security forces.
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July - 15 
With one more person succumbing to injuries, the death toll in the July 13-terrorist massacre at Qasim Nagar in Jammu has risen to 28.
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With one more person succumbing to injuries, the death toll in the July 13-terrorist massacre at Qasim Nagar in Jammu has risen to 28.
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July - 16 
A delayed report said David Haokip, a former cadre of the Chikim Liberation Army, was killed by unidentified terrorists following his abduction from Churachandpur district of Manipur on July 16 by unidentified miscreants. His body was recovered on Ju
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A delayed report said David Haokip, a former cadre of the Chikim Liberation Army, was killed by unidentified terrorists following his abduction from Churachandpur district of Manipur on July 16 by unidentified miscreants. His body was recovered on July 18.
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July - 16 
A group of four terrorists stormed into the house of a civilian at Kalan village in Doda and looted Rs 8,000 cash and some jewelry. No arrests have been made so far in connection with this case.
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A group of four terrorists stormed into the house of a civilian at Kalan village in Doda and looted Rs 8,000 cash and some jewelry. No arrests have been made so far in connection with this case.
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July - 16 
A hand grenade lobbed at an SF vehicle at Main Chowk Bandipora in north Kashmir, on July 16, missed the intended target and exploded near a shop injuring four civilians.
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A hand grenade lobbed at an SF vehicle at Main Chowk Bandipora in north Kashmir, on July 16, missed the intended target and exploded near a shop injuring four civilians.
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July - 16 
According to delayed media reports, West Bengal police arrested a taxi-driver from Baluraghat, Kolkata, on July 16, for alleged links with the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency. Official sources indicated tha
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According to delayed media reports, West Bengal police arrested a taxi-driver from Baluraghat, Kolkata, on July 16, for alleged links with the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency. Official sources indicated that the arrested person is allegedly an associate of a lawyer's clerk, Rana Singha Roy, who was arrested on July 12 from the same area for his links with an unnamed Pakistan-based terrorist group.
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July - 16 
According to media reports of July 16 Assam has decided to set up a madrassa (Muslim seminary) monitoring board to regulate and review their functioning. The move based on the West Bengal model follows apprehensions and intelligence reports that madr
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According to media reports of July 16 Assam has decided to set up a madrassa (Muslim seminary) monitoring board to regulate and review their functioning. The move based on the West Bengal model follows apprehensions and intelligence reports that madrassas are acting as breeding ground for terrorists, fundamentalists and Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, the Inter Service Intelligence. Reports quoting unnamed sources, however, added that details have not yet been made public anticipating criticism from Muslims and opposition from within the Ruling Congress party. Reports further added that the Union government has asked the State government to give clearance certificates to those madrassas requiring assistance from the Ministry of Human Resource Development under the modernisation scheme. While 394 madrassas are registered with the State Education department, Non Governmental Organisations (NGO) run 217 with grants from the Human Resource Development Ministry.
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July - 16 
According to media reports, left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group, the People’s War Group has reportedly mooted the formation of a Central Instructors Team to train cadres. Reports said a document of the PWG recovered from the site of the July 2-Narella
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According to media reports, left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group, the People’s War Group has reportedly mooted the formation of a Central Instructors Team to train cadres. Reports said a document of the PWG recovered from the site of the July 2-Narella encounter indicated that training would be given in sophisticated communication warfare, intelligence and performing surgeries, among other functions. The decision was part of the various resolutions made by the Central Military Commission of the PWG. The document also revealed that the PWG was thinking of forming an arms, ammunition and explosives unit, taking steps for ensuring effective coordination, establishment of intelligence cells in all States and maintaining intelligence mechanism at the Central level. Also it has plans to procure weapons and hi-tech wireless communication equipment for intercepting police communication as well as for inter-squad communication.
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July - 16 
According to media reports, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is planning to request Danish authorities to arrest Kim Davy, prime accused in the Purulia arms-drop case, on the basis of the Red-Corner notice issued against him. Kim Davy has an
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According to media reports, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is planning to request Danish authorities to arrest Kim Davy, prime accused in the Purulia arms-drop case, on the basis of the Red-Corner notice issued against him. Kim Davy has an Interpol Red Corner notice issued against him in 1996. According to the CBI, Davy and Peter Bleach were the main conspirators in the Purulia arms-drop case. Danish authorities had recently said their laws prevented extradition of its nationals. Their stand was communicated to the CBI recently in a letter.
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July - 16 
According to media reports, three security force personnel of the Army’s Jat Regiment, including an officer, were killed, while six more have been seriously injured in an attack by terrorists from atop the hills of Jujam under Lakhipur police station
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According to media reports, three security force personnel of the Army’s Jat Regiment, including an officer, were killed, while six more have been seriously injured in an attack by terrorists from atop the hills of Jujam under Lakhipur police station limits, about 45km off Silchar, on July 16.
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July - 16 
Assam Director General of Police (DGP) H K Deka said security measures have been intensified at 51 relief camps following the massacre of nine Adivasis (tribals), and that each area has been divided into sectors with an officer in charge for maintain
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Assam Director General of Police (DGP) H K Deka said security measures have been intensified at 51 relief camps following the massacre of nine Adivasis (tribals), and that each area has been divided into sectors with an officer in charge for maintaining high vigil in Kokrajhar district. Talking to the media on July 16, he said the massacre was committed to terrorize the people. The Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) in a statement has charged the Adivasi Cobra terrorists of committing the massacre. On the other hand, the "Commander in Chief" of the Adivasi Cobra Militants and All Adivasi Students Union accused the (BLT) for the incident. Meanwhilr, All Bodo Students’ Union (ABSU) President Rabi Ram Narzary demanded a high-level judicial inquiry into the incident. He confirmed that about six to seven Adivasi Cobra terrorists had gone to West Maligaon village on July 14 to organize a feast there, but did not accuse them of the murder.
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July - 16 
Assam Governor Lt Gen. (Retd) S.K. Sinha, in 1998, in his report had suspected militancy creeping into some madrassas, probably without the full knowledge of the madrassa authorities. The Special Branch of Assam Police too had submitted a 16-page do
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Assam Governor Lt Gen. (Retd) S.K. Sinha, in 1998, in his report had suspected militancy creeping into some madrassas, probably without the full knowledge of the madrassa authorities. The Special Branch of Assam Police too had submitted a 16-page document dated November 6, 2000 linking top militants of Muslim extremist groups with some madrassas.
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July - 16 
CPI-M Central Committee member Benoy Konar said last week that the CPI-M was willing to have a dialogue with the PWG.
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CPI-M Central Committee member Benoy Konar said last week that the CPI-M was willing to have a dialogue with the PWG.
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July - 16 
In a grenade explosion triggered by unidentified terrorists targeting a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) patrol party in Lal Chowk, Anantnag, south Kashmir, 10 civilians and four CRPF personnel were injured. No terrorist outfit claimed responsibil
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In a grenade explosion triggered by unidentified terrorists targeting a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) patrol party in Lal Chowk, Anantnag, south Kashmir, 10 civilians and four CRPF personnel were injured. No terrorist outfit claimed responsibility for the explosion thus far.
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July - 16 
In a major initiative, the Union government, on July 16, appointed the former Union Law Minister Arun Jaitley as the negotiator in the talks for the devolution of powers/autonomy for Jammu and Kashmir. Jaitley will talk to the State government as wel
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In a major initiative, the Union government, on July 16, appointed the former Union Law Minister Arun Jaitley as the negotiator in the talks for the devolution of powers/autonomy for Jammu and Kashmir. Jaitley will talk to the State government as well as political parties and leaders. Deputy Prime Minister L.K. Advani in the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament) made an announcement to this effect.
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July - 16 
In another incident, a PWG Naxalite surrendered to the Guntur district police chief on July 16. Police sources said the surrendered Naxalite was involved in several crimes, including murders.
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In another incident, a PWG Naxalite surrendered to the Guntur district police chief on July 16. Police sources said the surrendered Naxalite was involved in several crimes, including murders.
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July - 16 
In another incident, terrorists killed a village headman in his house in Sarna, about one and a half kilometers from Bhaderwah, Doda district, on July 16. The terrorists escaped after killing him.
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In another incident, terrorists killed a village headman in his house in Sarna, about one and a half kilometers from Bhaderwah, Doda district, on July 16. The terrorists escaped after killing him.
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July - 16 
Initiating the debate, Congress deputy leader Shivraj Patil attacked the government for its "lack of policy, vision and determination to implement any plan of action" in combating terrorism. He said, "Simply blaming Pakistan was not going to solve th
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Initiating the debate, Congress deputy leader Shivraj Patil attacked the government for its "lack of policy, vision and determination to implement any plan of action" in combating terrorism. He said, "Simply blaming Pakistan was not going to solve the problem." Intervening during the debate, Union Defence Minister George Fernandes said it was not possible to have a dialogue with Pakistan when it continued to aid and abet terrorist organisations. He said, "It is said that we should talk to Pakistan, but on what terms can we do so when Pakistan continues to fund, arm and send terrorists to India?"
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July - 16 
Media reports on July 17 said six persons, including a Latehar district forest official, have been arrested under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA), for their alleged links with left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group, the Maoist Communist Centre (MC
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Media reports on July 17 said six persons, including a Latehar district forest official, have been arrested under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA), for their alleged links with left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group, the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC). Reports said the arrest followed a confession by an arrested Naxalite of the MCC. So far, an estimated 125 persons have been arrested in the State under POTA.
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July - 16 
Media reports said the government is planning to replace Commercial Taxes Minister K Vijayarama Rao with Panchayat Raj Minister P Srinivas Reddy as the key negotiator with the PWG.
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Media reports said the government is planning to replace Commercial Taxes Minister K Vijayarama Rao with Panchayat Raj Minister P Srinivas Reddy as the key negotiator with the PWG.
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July - 16 
Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Nirupama Rao told media persons that India was still looking for action on the ground by Pakistan to show that they were taking permanent, visible and credible steps to end cross border terrorism. She said, "
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Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Nirupama Rao told media persons that India was still looking for action on the ground by Pakistan to show that they were taking permanent, visible and credible steps to end cross border terrorism. She said, "We are not looking for statements from Islamabad. We are looking for action on the ground which is permanent, visible and credible."
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July - 16 
Replying to a debate in the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament) currently in session, on July 16, on the Qasim Nagar, Jammu, terrorist attack, Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani said India would meet the challenge of Pakistan-sponsored terrorism with
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Replying to a debate in the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament) currently in session, on July 16, on the Qasim Nagar, Jammu, terrorist attack, Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani said India would meet the challenge of Pakistan-sponsored terrorism without counting on US support. He said, "We will wage war against terrorism on the basis of our own strength." He, however, stressed that diplomatic pressure on the world community would be maintained, to expose Pakistan's role behind the successive terrorist attacks on innocent people. Advani said, by declaring Pakistan as a terrorist state, the US could have played a major role in containing the terror campaign, being run from Pakistan. He asserted "e will not allow terrorists to claim victory." Dissatisfied with the government's response, the Opposition staged a walkout. The House rejected the Opposition-sponsored adjournment motion by a voice vote.
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July - 16 
Reports further added that police are suspecting either the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang (NSCN-K) or the Kuki National Front terrorists for the attack.
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Reports further added that police are suspecting either the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang (NSCN-K) or the Kuki National Front terrorists for the attack.
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July - 16 
Reports said it is widely suspected that the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) had committed the massacre.
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Reports said it is widely suspected that the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) had committed the massacre.
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July - 16 
Responding to the CPI-M call for talks, the PWG, in a statement on July 16, said though the party was not averse to talks, it would have to be conditional. As a pre-condition, the statement said, instead of violent methods "the battle for winning the
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Responding to the CPI-M call for talks, the PWG, in a statement on July 16, said though the party was not averse to talks, it would have to be conditional. As a pre-condition, the statement said, instead of violent methods "the battle for winning the masses must be political". It also demanded that all CPI-M leaders, particularly in Midnapore, Bankura and Purulia, "must lay down their arms". Also, public meetings must be allowed in villages. Admitting that it was working jointly with the MCC in Midnapore, Bankura and Purulia, the statement said, "Both parties have witnessed three decades of repression in other states and continued to grow. The same will happen in West Bengal."
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July - 16 
Speaking to the media in Hyderabad, on July 17, Excise and Prohibition Minister T Seetharam–– one of the government representatives in talks with left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), said extension of ban on the PWG by a y
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Speaking to the media in Hyderabad, on July 17, Excise and Prohibition Minister T Seetharam–– one of the government representatives in talks with left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), said extension of ban on the PWG by a year will not hamper negotiations with the Naxalite group. He said, "The ban is automatic and the extremist leaders are assured of safe passage if they come for the negotiations".
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July - 16 
Terrorists killed a State police Crime wing driver at Ashijipora, Anantnag district.
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Terrorists killed a State police Crime wing driver at Ashijipora, Anantnag district.
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July - 16 
The Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) of Kolkata has established that all the five persons killed by security forces as "foreign terrorists" in Anantnag in March 2000 were innocent civilians. This disclosure was made by Jammu and Kashmir C
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The Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) of Kolkata has established that all the five persons killed by security forces as "foreign terrorists" in Anantnag in March 2000 were innocent civilians. This disclosure was made by Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah in the State Legislative Assembly on July 16. He said the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) would take up the inquiry and seek trial of the accused in a court of law. While making a suo moto statement in the State Assembly, the Chief Minister said, "It has been clearly established that the deceased were not foreign terrorists, as claimed by the forces who led the operation, but they were innocent civilians for which the people agitated". He also said, "In view of the gravity of the offence made out, as well as the attempt made by certain officials to destroy the evidence and to ensure fair investigation, I have recommended that the investigation of the case be taken by the Central Bureau of Investigation, who will be requested to expedite the investigation to bring the accused to the trial court." Terrorists at the Chittisinghpura village of Anantnag district had massacred 35 members of the minority Sikh community on March 20, 2000. Five civilians of different localities in Anantnag disappeared under mysterious circumstances on March 23-24, 2000. On March 25, a security force official had reported to the Anantnag Police that they had killed five "foreign terrorists" in an encounter at Panchalthan. On April 3, residents of Anantnag had formed a procession while expressing apprehension that the "foreign terrorists" killed at Panchalthan could be the five civilians. Eight civilians died when armed personnel of the Special Operations Group (SOG) opened fire on the procession at Brakpora, Anantnag. The Chattisinghpora massacre took place before a visit to India by the then US President Bill Clinton.
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July - 16 
Two hardcore terrorists of the Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorist outfit were killed in an encounter at Chhamb Kailan Dhok in Loran area of Poonch district, on July 16. Two other terrorists of the group, however, managed to escape from t
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Two hardcore terrorists of the Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorist outfit were killed in an encounter at Chhamb Kailan Dhok in Loran area of Poonch district, on July 16. Two other terrorists of the group, however, managed to escape from the encounter site. An AK-56 rifle with four magazines and 100 rounds, a pistol with a magazine and eight rounds, a hand grenade and a pouch were recovered from the encounter site.
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July - 17 
A ‘zonal commander’ of left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group, the People’s War Group (PWG), on July 17, surrendered before a court in Bhagalpur in connection with a murder that had taken place on February 17, 1992. Reports said, the surrendered Naxalit
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A ‘zonal commander’ of left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group, the People’s War Group (PWG), on July 17, surrendered before a court in Bhagalpur in connection with a murder that had taken place on February 17, 1992. Reports said, the surrendered Naxalite was also wanted by police in Banka, Jamui and Munger districts for several offences he had committed in the last 10 years.
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July - 17 
A group of NLFT terrorists allegedly abducted nine CPI-M activists from Mendi village of South Tripura district on the same day.
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A group of NLFT terrorists allegedly abducted nine CPI-M activists from Mendi village of South Tripura district on the same day.
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July - 17 
A huge cache of arms and explosives meant for use by unnamed terrorist groups was unearthed by 20 Assam Rifles on the outskirts of Lamlang Gate village, on July 16, media reports said.
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A huge cache of arms and explosives meant for use by unnamed terrorist groups was unearthed by 20 Assam Rifles on the outskirts of Lamlang Gate village, on July 16, media reports said.
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July - 17 
A left-wing extremist, Naxalite of the People’s War Group (PWG), surrendered to the Sangareddy district police chief, on July 17. Speaking on the occasion, the district police chief said the PWG was losing ground and innocent people who had joined th
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A left-wing extremist, Naxalite of the People’s War Group (PWG), surrendered to the Sangareddy district police chief, on July 17. Speaking on the occasion, the district police chief said the PWG was losing ground and innocent people who had joined the PWG were returning to the mainstream after realising the reality.
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July - 17 
A media report of July 17 said the DHD terrorists are spreading their activities beyond North Cachar Hills and parts of Borail range. They have allegedly extended their area of operation to the neighbouring Karbi Anglong as well. This has reportedly
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A media report of July 17 said the DHD terrorists are spreading their activities beyond North Cachar Hills and parts of Borail range. They have allegedly extended their area of operation to the neighbouring Karbi Anglong as well. This has reportedly happened after the main terrorist outfit of the area, the United People's Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), entered into a 'cease hostilities' agreement with the Union government.
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July - 17 
A Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) Court on July 17 extended the remand of Yasin Malik, chief of the Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) till July 20, 2002. The remand of Mushtaq Ahmad Mir and Shamima, who had been arrested with a hundred tho
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A Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) Court on July 17 extended the remand of Yasin Malik, chief of the Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) till July 20, 2002. The remand of Mushtaq Ahmad Mir and Shamima, who had been arrested with a hundred thousand rupees-worth of US dollars, was also extended till July 20. Malik was arrested on March 25, 2002 and booked under POTA on the reported disclosures of Dar and Shamima that they had received one lakh US dollars from Kathmandu, Nepal, to be handed over to Malik. Both Dar and Shamima were arrested from Kud on their way to Srinagar on March 24.
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July - 17 
A report said the All Adivasi Students’ Association of Assam (AASAA), on, July 17, accused the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) of the May 14-killings, in which nine Adivasis were massacred at Maligaon Bhumka, Kokrajhar district, Assam.
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A report said the All Adivasi Students’ Association of Assam (AASAA), on, July 17, accused the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) of the May 14-killings, in which nine Adivasis were massacred at Maligaon Bhumka, Kokrajhar district, Assam.
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July - 17 
A tripartite meet to discuss various Bodo issues would be held in New Delhi on July 18, today. Representatives of the Union government, Assam government and Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) would participate in the meeting. Reports said the meeting assum
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A tripartite meet to discuss various Bodo issues would be held in New Delhi on July 18, today. Representatives of the Union government, Assam government and Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) would participate in the meeting. Reports said the meeting assumes significance in the wake of the expiry of the cease-fire agreement between the Union government and the BLT on July 21.
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July - 17 
According to a media report of July 17, the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) has urged the Union Home Ministry to improve security arrangements in Northeast India. AGP spokesman Sarbananda Sonowal reportedly made this statement in the wake of reports that Al
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According to a media report of July 17, the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) has urged the Union Home Ministry to improve security arrangements in Northeast India. AGP spokesman Sarbananda Sonowal reportedly made this statement in the wake of reports that Al Qaeda terrorists might have infiltrated into the region with the active support of the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan's external intelligence agency. Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Vidyasagar Rao had earlier, in the Lok Sabha (India's Lower House of Parliament), said "infiltration of Al Qaeda terrorists" into Assam could not be 'ruled out'. The Minister had made the statement, on July 16. The AGP is a regional political party in Assam. The party was in power until it lost to the Congress in the July 2001 elections.
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July - 17 
According to a media report of July 17, United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists reportedly vacated two training camps in Bhutan. This has happened following a threat of military operation against the outfit by the Bhutanese government. Howe
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According to a media report of July 17, United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists reportedly vacated two training camps in Bhutan. This has happened following a threat of military operation against the outfit by the Bhutanese government. However, intelligence sources said the outfit is likely to shift its cadres to the bordering areas of Myanmar. It is also suspected that ULFA may tie-up with other terrorist outfits like the Khaplang faction of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-K), who allegedly maintain training camps in parts of eastern Myanmar.
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July - 17 
According to a media report, a hideout of the United Bengali Liberation Front (UBLF) was unearthed at Uttar Padmabil in North Tripura district by security force personnel, on July 17. Five suspected UBLF cadres were also arrested in the raid. All of
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According to a media report, a hideout of the United Bengali Liberation Front (UBLF) was unearthed at Uttar Padmabil in North Tripura district by security force personnel, on July 17. Five suspected UBLF cadres were also arrested in the raid. All of them are members of a family. Two country-made guns, a country-made pistol, two crude bombs and other explosives were also seized from the hideout
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July - 17 
According to media reports, two members of the ruling Communist Party of India- Marxist (CPI-M) were killed on July 17 by suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists in separate incidents. While one local-level leader was killed
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According to media reports, two members of the ruling Communist Party of India- Marxist (CPI-M) were killed on July 17 by suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists in separate incidents. While one local-level leader was killed at Baijalbari village of West Tripura district, an activist was killed at Rajdhar village in the Dhalai district in a separate incident.
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July - 17 
According to media reports, two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter in Assam's Darrang district, on July 17. The incident occurred in Dhansiri village, under Majbat police station limits. Reports added
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According to media reports, two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter in Assam's Darrang district, on July 17. The incident occurred in Dhansiri village, under Majbat police station limits. Reports added that the terrorists were killed in retaliatory firing. Security forces also seized a .32 Chinese revolver, a .22 Taiwanese revolver, assorted ammunition and two Chinese grenades from the slain terrorists.
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July - 17 
Another report said an SF personnel was killed in an encounter at Prankote in the upper reaches of Reasi in Udhampur district.
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Another report said an SF personnel was killed in an encounter at Prankote in the upper reaches of Reasi in Udhampur district.
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July - 17 
Bihar police arrested a ‘zonal commander’ of the Ranvir Sena, private army of landowners, near Delha locality in Gaya, on July 17. Police sources said the arrested activist––Punnadeo Sharma, alias Punnu Sharma, a close associate of Sena chief Brahmes
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Bihar police arrested a ‘zonal commander’ of the Ranvir Sena, private army of landowners, near Delha locality in Gaya, on July 17. Police sources said the arrested activist––Punnadeo Sharma, alias Punnu Sharma, a close associate of Sena chief Brahmeshwar Singh, was wanted in connection with Narayanpur, Khagaribigha and Mianpur massacres in Jehanabad, Gaya and Aurangabad districts respectively.
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July - 17 
Border Security Force (BSF) personnel arrested a Kanglei Yawol Kann Lup (KYKL) terrorist belonging to the Oken faction on July 18 said media reports. The terrorist was arrested from Thanga, Moirang police station limits, Bishenpur district, Manipur.
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Border Security Force (BSF) personnel arrested a Kanglei Yawol Kann Lup (KYKL) terrorist belonging to the Oken faction on July 18 said media reports. The terrorist was arrested from Thanga, Moirang police station limits, Bishenpur district, Manipur. A foreign-made wireless set was also seized from his possession.
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July - 17 
In a strike near a camp of surrendered terrorists at Aishmuqam in Anantnag district, on July 17, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists set-off a mine blast killing three Ikhwanis (counter-insurgents). Official sources in south Kashmir said two surrender
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In a strike near a camp of surrendered terrorists at Aishmuqam in Anantnag district, on July 17, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists set-off a mine blast killing three Ikhwanis (counter-insurgents). Official sources in south Kashmir said two surrendered terrorists of the HM planted an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) before deserting the camp. The Aishmuqam area is situated on the Amarnath pilgrimage route. Nine Ikhwanis and their family members, including three women, sustained injuries in the explosion.
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July - 17 
In another incident, an unidentified terrorist was killed at Kaunsar Gali in Dardpora Lolab, Kupwara district on July 17.
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In another incident, an unidentified terrorist was killed at Kaunsar Gali in Dardpora Lolab, Kupwara district on July 17.
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July - 17 
In another incident, unidentified terrorists killed a person at Wurpach village in Ganderbal area. Separately, a 16-year-old person was found killed on Nihalpora-Pattan road. Unidentified terrorists killed a civilian at Dudasanwalla, in Thanna Mandi,
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In another incident, unidentified terrorists killed a person at Wurpach village in Ganderbal area. Separately, a 16-year-old person was found killed on Nihalpora-Pattan road. Unidentified terrorists killed a civilian at Dudasanwalla, in Thanna Mandi, Rajouri district on July 17 night.
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July - 17 
Indian intelligence agencies have reportedly cautioned the Northeastern Frontier (NF) railways of a possible terrorist attack around end-July 2002, ahead of Independence Day––August 15. The intelligence reports said United Liberation Front of Asom (U
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Indian intelligence agencies have reportedly cautioned the Northeastern Frontier (NF) railways of a possible terrorist attack around end-July 2002, ahead of Independence Day––August 15. The intelligence reports said United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), 'with active support from Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), might target the Guwahati-Delhi Rajdhani Express. The agencies also suspect that the act could be an ISI conspiracy allegedly to facilitate the Al Qaeda terrorists' infiltration through Northeastern borders of India. The agencies claimed that the information was collected on the basis of intercepted message from the ULFA. Media reports of July 17 indicated that the sabotage could be an attempt to disrupt Independence Day (I-day) celebrations of August 15. However, independent confirmation of the report could not be made, but security has reportedly been tightened at various railway stations in the zone.
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July - 17 
Official sources in north Kashmir said a group of three terrorists were spotted in an apple orchid at Shivbagh-Allaibagh in the Tarzoo locality of Sopore district. In the ensuing encounter, all three terrorists and an SF personnel were killed, while
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Official sources in north Kashmir said a group of three terrorists were spotted in an apple orchid at Shivbagh-Allaibagh in the Tarzoo locality of Sopore district. In the ensuing encounter, all three terrorists and an SF personnel were killed, while another SF personnel was injured.
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July - 17 
Replying to a written question in Parliament, Minister of State for External Affairs Digvijay Singh said Britain has accepted India’s contention that there was a ‘direct link’ between Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, the Inter Services Intell
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Replying to a written question in Parliament, Minister of State for External Affairs Digvijay Singh said Britain has accepted India’s contention that there was a ‘direct link’ between Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) and some of the terrorist groups operating in Jammu and Kashmir. He said British Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs Jack Straw had told the House of Commons that "Her Majesty's Government accepts that there is a clear link between Inter Services Intelligence Directorate (ISID) and these (militant) groups." Singh also quoted Straw as saying in the House of Commons as that "India has long charged that terrorism has had the covert support of successive Pakistani Governments, and in particular the ISID, the main intelligence agency in Pakistan", which Britain accepted.
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July - 17 
Reports from Baramulla said unidentified terrorists killed a 16-year-old boy on the Pattan Nihalpora Road.
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Reports from Baramulla said unidentified terrorists killed a 16-year-old boy on the Pattan Nihalpora Road.
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July - 17 
Reports from Udhampur have, meanwhile, indicated that unidentified terrorists killed a village headman at village Thupa, about seven kms from Bhaderwah in Doda district. The terrorists had abducted him on July 7 when he was returning home.
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Reports from Udhampur have, meanwhile, indicated that unidentified terrorists killed a village headman at village Thupa, about seven kms from Bhaderwah in Doda district. The terrorists had abducted him on July 7 when he was returning home.
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July - 17 
Security forces killed an unidentified terrorist at Chamb Kalan while another was killed at Kounsar Gali in Kupwara district. A large cache of arms and ammunition was seized from the possession of the slain terrorists. Official sources indicated that
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Security forces killed an unidentified terrorist at Chamb Kalan while another was killed at Kounsar Gali in Kupwara district. A large cache of arms and ammunition was seized from the possession of the slain terrorists. Official sources indicated that the slain terrorists were involved in various subversive activities, including grenade attacks on the Democratic Freedom Party (DFP) Office at Rajbagh, Srinagar Doordarshan Kendra and Lal Chowk in the recent past, sources added.
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July - 17 
Terrorists killed another civilian at Nadoora Khan, Tral.
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Terrorists killed another civilian at Nadoora Khan, Tral.
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July - 17 
The Border Security Force (BSF) and the Special Operation Group (SOG) of the Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested eight terrorists belonging to the Al-Umar Mujahideen who were planning to carry out attacks during the forthcoming elections to the State L
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The Border Security Force (BSF) and the Special Operation Group (SOG) of the Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested eight terrorists belonging to the Al-Umar Mujahideen who were planning to carry out attacks during the forthcoming elections to the State Legislative Assembly. The arrests came after a raid at Baba Demb, Khanyar in Srinagar. A large cache of arms and ammunition was recovered from the terrorist hideout. Two of the arrested terrorists have been identified as ‘commanders’ Abdul Ahad Waza and Showkat, who were allegedly behind the recent killings of several political activists.
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July - 17 
The India-Russia Joint Working Group (JWG) on Afghanistan is meeting in New Delhi today, July 17, to discuss the Afghan issue as well as the question of terrorism in the region. According to official sources, the Russian side will be led by the First
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The India-Russia Joint Working Group (JWG) on Afghanistan is meeting in New Delhi today, July 17, to discuss the Afghan issue as well as the question of terrorism in the region. According to official sources, the Russian side will be led by the First Deputy Foreign Minister Vyachaslav Trubnikov, while the Indian delegation would be led by Foreign Secretary Kanwal Sibal.
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July - 17 
The Manipur-based United National Liberation Front (UNLF) terrorist group reportedly claimed responsibility for the July 16-attack on the 14 Jat Regiment near Jirighat, in Cachar district, Assam. The statement also said the attack became possible as
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The Manipur-based United National Liberation Front (UNLF) terrorist group reportedly claimed responsibility for the July 16-attack on the 14 Jat Regiment near Jirighat, in Cachar district, Assam. The statement also said the attack became possible as it has linkages with the Assam based-United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA). According to media reports of July 17, the UNLF statement claimed that 10 troops had been killed in the ambush, laid by its armed wing––the Manipur Peoples Army (MPA). It also added that MPA cadres did not suffer any casualties.
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July - 17 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang (NSCN-K) has criticised the July 11-joint statement issued in Amsterdam by the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) and Union government interlocutor in the Naga peace ta
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang (NSCN-K) has criticised the July 11-joint statement issued in Amsterdam by the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) and Union government interlocutor in the Naga peace talks, K Padmanabhaiah. Accusing Muivah of betraying the cause of the Nagas and accepting the Indian Constitution, the NSCN-K statement, on July 17, queried if the term ‘accommodative’ used in the joint statement meant that Muivah would be made either the Chief Minister (CM) or a Member of Parliament. Stating that the Nagas would never allow Muivah ‘to set foot on Naga soil’, the statement warned the Naga Hoho and other non-governmental organisations (NGOs) against supporting the NSCN-IM in the ongoing talks with the Union government.
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July - 17 
Three security force personnel were killed and three more injured in an encounter in Bonkoot village of Bandipore, on July 17 night. However, all the terrorists managed to escape.
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Three security force personnel were killed and three more injured in an encounter in Bonkoot village of Bandipore, on July 17 night. However, all the terrorists managed to escape.
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July - 17 
Two foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and a Border Security Force (BSF) personnel were killed and four security force (SF) personnel injured in an encounter at Dana Thappa in the Sabjian belt of Poonch district, also on July 17. SF per
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Two foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and a Border Security Force (BSF) personnel were killed and four security force (SF) personnel injured in an encounter at Dana Thappa in the Sabjian belt of Poonch district, also on July 17. SF personnel had laid a cordon at Dana Thappa on a tip-off that a group of terrorists were intending to carry out an attack on civilians in the area. SFs recovered an AK-47 rifle with two magazines, two hand grenades, two Under Barrel Grenade Launchers (UBGLs), a wireless set, a pouch and a bag from the encounter site. At least two other terrorists reportedly managed to escape during the encounter.
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July - 17 
Unidentified terrorists attacked the house of ruling National Conference (NC) Member of Parliament (MP) Ali Mohammad Naik at Tral in the Pulwama district on July 17. Official sources said the terrorists hurled a hand grenade at Naik’s house. However,
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Unidentified terrorists attacked the house of ruling National Conference (NC) Member of Parliament (MP) Ali Mohammad Naik at Tral in the Pulwama district on July 17. Official sources said the terrorists hurled a hand grenade at Naik’s house. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported. The terrorists managed to escape from the incident site.
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July - 18 
A ‘company commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) was killed in an encounter at Poh village, Kulgam area. Two unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter at Doodhipora Handawara.
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A ‘company commander’ of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) was killed in an encounter at Poh village, Kulgam area. Two unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter at Doodhipora Handawara.
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July - 18 
Assam Rifles came under sharp criticism from opposition parties in the Manipur State Legislative Assembly following allegations of making large-scale arrests without possessing arrest warrants, especially in Singjamei, Yaiskul and Langthabal constitu
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Assam Rifles came under sharp criticism from opposition parties in the Manipur State Legislative Assembly following allegations of making large-scale arrests without possessing arrest warrants, especially in Singjamei, Yaiskul and Langthabal constituencies. According to media reports of July 18, Power Minister Phungzathang Tonsing, while responding on behalf of the Chief Minister, assured the House that complaints would be enquired into and action taken if found necessary. Reports further added that several women’s organisations and clubs, during a meeting with AR personnel, appealed to them to desist from committing torture and staging fake encounters, even as they urged the AR make arrests only after securing warrants for the same. Assam Rifles officer Murti Singh reportedly assured them that the security forces would furnish the necessary details at the time of arrests. Prior to the meeting, the organisations held a peace rally at Koirengei and Khongampat.
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July - 18 
At Vankoora, Rafiabad, in Baramulla district, terrorist ambushed a security force patrol and injured two security force personnel. The terrorists, however, managed to escape.
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At Vankoora, Rafiabad, in Baramulla district, terrorist ambushed a security force patrol and injured two security force personnel. The terrorists, however, managed to escape.
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July - 18 
British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw reached New Delhi, on July 18, on his mission to nudge India and Pakistan to begin a process of sustained dialogue and further lower tensions, reports said. According to official sources, he would meet External Af
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British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw reached New Delhi, on July 18, on his mission to nudge India and Pakistan to begin a process of sustained dialogue and further lower tensions, reports said. According to official sources, he would meet External Affairs Minister Yashwant Sinha and National Security Adviser Brajesh Mishra, on July 19. A Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson told media persons that India’s concerns over cross-border terrorism, continuation of infiltration and lack of action by Pakistan would be ‘powerfully articulated’ during Straw’s meetings with the Indian leadership. Before leaving for India, Straw told reporters "Tensions have reduced and we are very grateful to the governments of India and Pakistan for the measures they have taken to reduce tensions across the Line of Control…. However if there is to be a restoration of normal relations... there obviously needs to be the beginnings of sustained dialogue." Straw will visit Pakistan after meeting with India's leaders.
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July - 18 
In a day-long encounter, security forces, on July 18, killed three terrorists, including two ‘commanders’ of the Hizb-e-Islami and the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), who had taken shelter in a house since July 17 night, holding 15 family members hostage in
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In a day-long encounter, security forces, on July 18, killed three terrorists, including two ‘commanders’ of the Hizb-e-Islami and the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), who had taken shelter in a house since July 17 night, holding 15 family members hostage in Banihal town. 12 security force personnel, including a Major and a Captain in the Indian Army, were also injured in the encounter. Reports said the terrorists had reportedly taken shelter in the house along the highway with a view to targeting the convoy of the Amarnath pilgrimage (a famous annual Hindu pilgrimage) starting on July 19. Three AK rifles, four grenades, a damaged wireless set, etc were recovered from the site.
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July - 18 
In Banihal tehsil, two terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were arrested.
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In Banihal tehsil, two terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were arrested.
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July - 18 
Manipur People’s Army (MPA), the terrorist wing of United National Liberation Front (UNLF), has claimed responsibility for the May 16-killing of three SF personnel. The attack was carried out reportedly at the behest of the United Liberation Front of
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Manipur People’s Army (MPA), the terrorist wing of United National Liberation Front (UNLF), has claimed responsibility for the May 16-killing of three SF personnel. The attack was carried out reportedly at the behest of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA).
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July - 18 
Media reports said seven security force (SF) personnel were killed in an ambush allegedly laid by Dima Halim Daogha (DHD) terrorists in Assam's North Cachar Hills district, on July 18. A civilian was also injured in the incident.
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Media reports said seven security force (SF) personnel were killed in an ambush allegedly laid by Dima Halim Daogha (DHD) terrorists in Assam's North Cachar Hills district, on July 18. A civilian was also injured in the incident.
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July - 18 
Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland–Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) chief Th. Muivah has described the latest round of talks with Union government chief interlocutor K Padmanabhaiah as "the first realistic step ever taken towards working out an honourabl
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Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland–Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) chief Th. Muivah has described the latest round of talks with Union government chief interlocutor K Padmanabhaiah as "the first realistic step ever taken towards working out an honourable solution to the long-drawn-out Indo-Naga issue." Media reports of July 18, quoting the Amsterdam-based Naga International Support Centre (NISC), said Muivah praised the Indian leadership for the right steps taken, and added that despite long delays, the agreement was broad-based and a suitable launching pad "for a more realistic start". The latest round of talks had been held between K Padmanabhaiah and the NSCN-IM leadership between July 9 – 11, following which the two sides jointly drew up a declaration recognising the "unique history of the Nagas".
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July - 18 
Reports also said three DHD militants had earlier been arrested from the same area last week on an unspecified date. An amount of Rs 4 lakh wad also seized from them. Police suspect that the present attack might be in retaliation for the arrests.
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Reports also said three DHD militants had earlier been arrested from the same area last week on an unspecified date. An amount of Rs 4 lakh wad also seized from them. Police suspect that the present attack might be in retaliation for the arrests.
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July - 18 
Reports quoting North Cachar Hills Deputy Commissioner (DC) SI Hussain said the incident occurred when last of the three moving vehicles of Assam police personnel came under heavy firing near Diyungmukh, a local market. The market comes under the jur
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Reports quoting North Cachar Hills Deputy Commissioner (DC) SI Hussain said the incident occurred when last of the three moving vehicles of Assam police personnel came under heavy firing near Diyungmukh, a local market. The market comes under the jurisdiction of Umrangsho police station. The terrorists reportedly managed to escape after the incident. Fleeing terrorists also looted four Self Loading Rifles (SLRs) and a carbine. A search operation is to nab the terrorists.
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July - 18 
Responding to the unified appeal of Congress, Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) and Communist Party of India––Marxist [CPI-M] members in the State Legislative Assembly, on July 18, to utilise the opportunity to restore peace in the State, the Andhra Prades
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Responding to the unified appeal of Congress, Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) and Communist Party of India––Marxist [CPI-M] members in the State Legislative Assembly, on July 18, to utilise the opportunity to restore peace in the State, the Andhra Pradesh government reiterated its commitment to negotiate with left-wing extremists—Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG). State Home Minister T Devender Goud said, "The government wants to find a permanent solution to the vexed Naxalite problem through dialogue and our stand had been clear from the beginning." The Opposition leader wanted both the parties to the talks to forget the ruffled feelings and hold discussions respecting the sentiments of the people.
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July - 18 
Six United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) terrorists who were on their way to a training camp in Myanmar were arrested by Assam Rilfes (AR) personnel on July 16 in Mon district of Nagaland, media reports quoting official sources said. A .38 revolv
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Six United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) terrorists who were on their way to a training camp in Myanmar were arrested by Assam Rilfes (AR) personnel on July 16 in Mon district of Nagaland, media reports quoting official sources said. A .38 revolver with 11 rounds of ammunition and a grenade etc. were reportedly seized from their possession.
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July - 18 
Speaking in the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament) on July 18, Union Defence Minister George Fernandes said there are approximately 70 to 80 terrorist training camps operating in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) and added that over 97 terrorists ha
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Speaking in the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament) on July 18, Union Defence Minister George Fernandes said there are approximately 70 to 80 terrorist training camps operating in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) and added that over 97 terrorists have infiltrated into Jammu and Kashmir in the month of June. He said Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), its external intelligence agency, continues to harbour, train and fund the terrorist organisations operating in Jammu and Kashmir and suitable military measures have been put in place by the Army to address the problem of cross-border terrorism. Infiltration into Jammu and Kashmir continues though there is a marginal reduction, he said, adding that four infiltration bids were foiled last month in which 14 terrorists were killed. The marginal reduction in infiltration can be attributed to enhanced vigil by Indian troops and these trends would need to be watched for some more time before any conclusive assessment can be made, he said.
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July - 18 
The Imphal West district police arrested three National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang (NSCN-K) terrorists from a hideout at Lamshang Maning Khul on July 18. Separately, according to delayed reports, police during a search operation on July
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The Imphal West district police arrested three National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang (NSCN-K) terrorists from a hideout at Lamshang Maning Khul on July 18. Separately, according to delayed reports, police during a search operation on July 16 arrested a suspected United National Liberation Front (UNLF) terrorist from Irengbam village under Nambol Police limits.
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July - 18 
The Union government, on July 18, announced that security operations against the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) would remain suspended. At the tripartite meeting attended by representatives of the Union government, Assam government and the BLT, the gov
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The Union government, on July 18, announced that security operations against the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) would remain suspended. At the tripartite meeting attended by representatives of the Union government, Assam government and the BLT, the government decided that the ban on the terrorist outfit would also be deferred for six months, beginning July 21, 2002. However, no decision could be reached on the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC).
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July - 19 
According to a media report, the Sanmilita Janagosthiya Sangram Samiti (SJSS), a platform of approximately 18 non-Bodo groups, on July 19 declared that it would continue with its anti- Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) agitation in Assam. An SJSS de
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According to a media report, the Sanmilita Janagosthiya Sangram Samiti (SJSS), a platform of approximately 18 non-Bodo groups, on July 19 declared that it would continue with its anti- Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) agitation in Assam. An SJSS delegation of 20 members will also leave for New Delhi on July 22 to make a submission in this regard before Members of Parliament (MPs) from various parts of the country. The SJSS agitation programme includes an 12-hour Assam bandh (general shutdown) on August 15 and a 36-hour economic blockade from August 26.
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July - 19 
According to media reports, a police team from West Bengal is being trained by the Andhra Pradesh police to combat left-wing extremists, Naxalites in the State. Quoting official sources, reports said a platoon of the West Bengal police has gone to An
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According to media reports, a police team from West Bengal is being trained by the Andhra Pradesh police to combat left-wing extremists, Naxalites in the State. Quoting official sources, reports said a platoon of the West Bengal police has gone to Andhra Pradesh for the training two-and-half month back.
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July - 19 
According to media reports, fourteen terrorists, surrendered before Brig N N Madappa, Deputy Inspector General (DIG), Nagaland Range (north) Assam Rifles at Changki Valley in the Mokokchung district of Nagaland on July 18 with arms and ammunition. Th
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According to media reports, fourteen terrorists, surrendered before Brig N N Madappa, Deputy Inspector General (DIG), Nagaland Range (north) Assam Rifles at Changki Valley in the Mokokchung district of Nagaland on July 18 with arms and ammunition. The surrendered terrorists belong to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang (NSCN-K), the Nagaland Federal Government (NFG) and the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA).
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July - 19 
According to media reports, quoting official sources, on July 19, the Delhi Police conducted a raid on several hideouts of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) in the past few days with the help of the Manipur Police. The police raided hideouts of PLA
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According to media reports, quoting official sources, on July 19, the Delhi Police conducted a raid on several hideouts of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) in the past few days with the help of the Manipur Police. The police raided hideouts of PLA and its leader’s residence at Khagempalli following the arrest of two PLA cadres by Delhi Police on March 15 at New Delhi. Police also raided residences of PLA chief Irengbam Bharat and a female PLA terrorist at Uripok Gopalji Leirak in Imphal.
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July - 19 
According to media reports, the Uttar Pradesh Police handed over a prominent Maoist insurgent arrested in Lucknow to Nepalese officials at the Rupaidiha border on July 19. He was identified as being a ‘regional manager’ of the Nepal Communist Party,
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According to media reports, the Uttar Pradesh Police handed over a prominent Maoist insurgent arrested in Lucknow to Nepalese officials at the Rupaidiha border on July 19. He was identified as being a ‘regional manager’ of the Nepal Communist Party, Maowadi.
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July - 19 
An Army Captain, who was injured in an encounter with terrorists along the Jammu-Srinagar national highway in Banihal town on July 18 succumbed to his injuries on July 19.
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An Army Captain, who was injured in an encounter with terrorists along the Jammu-Srinagar national highway in Banihal town on July 18 succumbed to his injuries on July 19.
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July - 19 
At Dana Behak in the Aragam locality of Bandipore, SF personnel killed two terrorists of the Al-Badr group. Two SF personnel sustained injuries during the encounter.
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At Dana Behak in the Aragam locality of Bandipore, SF personnel killed two terrorists of the Al-Badr group. Two SF personnel sustained injuries during the encounter.
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July - 19 
In another encounter at Punzwa village in the Vilgam forest area of Kupwara district, two unidentified terrorists were killed on the same day.
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In another encounter at Punzwa village in the Vilgam forest area of Kupwara district, two unidentified terrorists were killed on the same day.
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July - 19 
India, on July 19, told the visiting British Foreign Secretary, Jack Straw, that it would take no further steps to de-escalate until Pakistan took steps to end cross-border terrorism. Speaking to media persons, the Ministry of External Affairs spokes
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India, on July 19, told the visiting British Foreign Secretary, Jack Straw, that it would take no further steps to de-escalate until Pakistan took steps to end cross-border terrorism. Speaking to media persons, the Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson said India had conveyed its concern about the significant amount of infiltration across the Line of Control (LoC). Until infiltration ended and the infrastructure of terrorism was dismantled, "we would not be able to take or spell out any further de-escalatory steps".
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July - 19 
Left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group, the People’s War Group (PWG) withdrew from the peace talks with Andhra Pradesh government on July 19, citing the ‘insincerity’ of the State government as the main reason. In a press release, issued a day before the
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Left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group, the People’s War Group (PWG) withdrew from the peace talks with Andhra Pradesh government on July 19, citing the ‘insincerity’ of the State government as the main reason. In a press release, issued a day before the date set for direct talks between leaders of the PWG and government representatives, State Committee Secretary Akkiraju Haragopal alias Ramakrishna, warned that the outfit would now "take on’’ the repression let loose by the government since the peace talks began on May 10". He said the PWG was ready for talks at any time, provided the government created a conducive atmosphere and pledged to abide by a cease-fire.
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July - 19 
Official sources in north Kashmir said that security forces (SFs) laid an ambush in the Nowgam sector on July 19 after receiving information that a group of Pakistan-based terrorists had infiltrated. In the ensuing encounter, while five of them were
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Official sources in north Kashmir said that security forces (SFs) laid an ambush in the Nowgam sector on July 19 after receiving information that a group of Pakistan-based terrorists had infiltrated. In the ensuing encounter, while five of them were killed, three of their accomplices managed to escape. A letterhead recovered from the slain terrorists described one of them as Syed Anwar ‘chief commander’ of Islami Tulba. A large cache of arms and ammunition, including five AK-56 rifles, were recovered from the site of encounter. These sources added that all the five slain terrorists were Pakistani cadres of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), operating on a front name. In a statement, released from Muzzafarabad, Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), a spokesperson of the Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen (JuM), however, claimed that the terrorists intercepted were members of his group. He also claimed that three terrorists, including ‘battalion commander’ Syed Anwar, had managed to escape.
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July - 19 
Reacting to the PWG's decision not to participate in the ongoing dialogue, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu said, "They have to explain why they have changed their mind. We always wanted to have talks with them to end the problem of extremism." Talki
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Reacting to the PWG's decision not to participate in the ongoing dialogue, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu said, "They have to explain why they have changed their mind. We always wanted to have talks with them to end the problem of extremism." Talking to media persons in Hyderabad, he said that the government could not be blamed for any action against the outlawed group because its primary responsibility was to protect law and order. He, however, maintained that the doors were open and would continue to remain open for a dialogue with the PWG but ruled out stopping action if the PWG activists continued to move with weapons.
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July - 19 
Reports from north Kashmir indicated that terrorists attacked a SF convoy at Venkoora in the Baramulla district. One SF personnel was killed in this incident.
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Reports from north Kashmir indicated that terrorists attacked a SF convoy at Venkoora in the Baramulla district. One SF personnel was killed in this incident.
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July - 19 
SFs on July 19 foiled an attempt by unidentified terrorists to target the Amarnath pilgrims by with the timely recovery of explosive devices including RDX from under the Tarnah bridge near Dayalachak on the Jammu-Pathankote national highway. Recoveri
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SFs on July 19 foiled an attempt by unidentified terrorists to target the Amarnath pilgrims by with the timely recovery of explosive devices including RDX from under the Tarnah bridge near Dayalachak on the Jammu-Pathankote national highway. Recoveries made included five packets of RDX, 20 hand grenades, five time devices, 1430 rounds of AK-47 rifles and two Under Barrel Grenade Launchers (UBGLs), official sources said. This was the second attempt to target Amarnath pilgrims in the last two days that was foiled by SFs. On July 18, SF personnel had killed three terrorists who were planning to attack a pilgrim convoy at Banihal along the Jammu-Srinagar national highway.
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July - 19 
Straw said that the Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf needed to take more steps before the situation was conducive for an active dialogue. At a joint press conference with the Minister of External Affairs, Yashwant Sinha, he said while India had a
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Straw said that the Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf needed to take more steps before the situation was conducive for an active dialogue. At a joint press conference with the Minister of External Affairs, Yashwant Sinha, he said while India had a commendable record on human rights legislation, "we will continue to encourage India to improve the human rights situation". He also added that State Legislative Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir were on the anvil and Britain wanted to see the will of the people expressed in an environment that was free and fair.
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July - 19 
The Army's GOC-in-C (Eastern Command) Lt. Gen. H R S Kolkata on July 19 said that Pakistan's Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) had a presence in the State of West Bengal. However, he said the situation in the State was not alarming. Kalkat, who calle
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The Army's GOC-in-C (Eastern Command) Lt. Gen. H R S Kolkata on July 19 said that Pakistan's Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) had a presence in the State of West Bengal. However, he said the situation in the State was not alarming. Kalkat, who called on West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadev Bhattacharjee, told media persons after the meeting that ISI threat in the country's eastern sector was not as grave as it was in western India.
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July - 19 
The dead body of a ‘district commander’ of Al-Badr, namely Abu Usama, has been recovered from the Kandi forest cover in Kupwara district on July 19. He had sustained injuries in an encounter on June 17 but had managed to escape.
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The dead body of a ‘district commander’ of Al-Badr, namely Abu Usama, has been recovered from the Kandi forest cover in Kupwara district on July 19. He had sustained injuries in an encounter on June 17 but had managed to escape.
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July - 19 
Two more terrorists were killed in an encounter in Prankote, Udhampur district. Two AK-47 rifles and one Improvised Explosive Device (IED) were recovered from the incident site.
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Two more terrorists were killed in an encounter in Prankote, Udhampur district. Two AK-47 rifles and one Improvised Explosive Device (IED) were recovered from the incident site.
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July - 19 
Two Naxalites, of the PWG surrendered before the Adilabad District Superintendent of Police (SP) on July 19.
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Two Naxalites, of the PWG surrendered before the Adilabad District Superintendent of Police (SP) on July 19.
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July - 19 
United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) has reportedly communicated to the Bhutanese government that it was unable reduce its cadres' strength and close down its four camps allegedly due to the increased presence of Indian security forces along Assam
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United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) has reportedly communicated to the Bhutanese government that it was unable reduce its cadres' strength and close down its four camps allegedly due to the increased presence of Indian security forces along Assam border. According to a media report of July 19, the Bhutanese government has taken up the issue with Indian authorities to facilitate a pull out of the terrorists from training camps in Bhutan. The June 2001 agreement between the Bhutanese government and the ULFA envisaged that the outfit would close down four camps and reduce its strength in that country within a stipulated, time that is by December 2001.
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July - 19 
Uttar Pradesh police recovered approximately eight kg of suspected RDX along with some arms and ammunition from a shoe-factory in Chamanganj area, Kanpur on July 19. One person has been arrested in this connection.
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Uttar Pradesh police recovered approximately eight kg of suspected RDX along with some arms and ammunition from a shoe-factory in Chamanganj area, Kanpur on July 19. One person has been arrested in this connection.
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July - 20 
A government employee was reportedly beaten to death by two unidentified terrorists at Gambhir Mugalan under Manjakote police station’s jurisdiction. The terrorists escaped after the killing, said official sources in the area.
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A government employee was reportedly beaten to death by two unidentified terrorists at Gambhir Mugalan under Manjakote police station’s jurisdiction. The terrorists escaped after the killing, said official sources in the area.
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July - 20 
According to a media report of July 20, security force personnel (SF) suspect that the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) may strike at some places in Assam's Golaghat district before Independence Day, August 15. An ULFA top leader, Raju Barua, h
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According to a media report of July 20, security force personnel (SF) suspect that the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) may strike at some places in Assam's Golaghat district before Independence Day, August 15. An ULFA top leader, Raju Barua, has allegedly entrusted Ramu Mech, 'self-styled commander' of ULFA's Action Group second battalion, based in Myanmar to target important installations in the district. These may include oil wells, Numaligarh Refinery, military camps and oil pipe lines, among others.
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July - 20 
According to media reports, a group of unidentified terrorists intruded into village Hill Tak under the jurisdiction of Darhal police station on July 20 and abducted three persons including a village headman of the area. The terrorists took the hosta
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According to media reports, a group of unidentified terrorists intruded into village Hill Tak under the jurisdiction of Darhal police station on July 20 and abducted three persons including a village headman of the area. The terrorists took the hostages to a forest area where they were reportedly tortured and beheaded. Security forces (SFs) have launched a search operation in the Hill Tak forests to track down the terrorists. However, no arrests had been made thus far.
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July - 20 
According to media reports, left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), killed a former ‘dalam (squad) commander’ of the Communist Party of India, Marxist-Leninist, CPI-ML (Janasakthi) at Lakkepur village, Manthani mandal, Karimn
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According to media reports, left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), killed a former ‘dalam (squad) commander’ of the Communist Party of India, Marxist-Leninist, CPI-ML (Janasakthi) at Lakkepur village, Manthani mandal, Karimnagar district, on July 20 night alleging that he was a police informer. Reports said this was the first killing by the PWG after withdrawing from peace talks.
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July - 20 
According to media reports, the 24-hour Kokrajhar bandh (general shutdown) called by All Adivasi Students’ Association of Assam on July 20 was total. The Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) is reported to have extended its moral support to the bandh. The sh
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According to media reports, the 24-hour Kokrajhar bandh (general shutdown) called by All Adivasi Students’ Association of Assam on July 20 was total. The Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) is reported to have extended its moral support to the bandh. The shutdown was observed in protest against the killing of nine Adivasis (tribals) at Maligaon on June 14 by suspected National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists.
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July - 20 
Fifteen separatist leaders, including two Executive Members of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), were arrested on July 20 for attempting to take out a procession in Srinagar in violation of prohibitory orders, official sources said. Hurriya
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Fifteen separatist leaders, including two Executive Members of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), were arrested on July 20 for attempting to take out a procession in Srinagar in violation of prohibitory orders, official sources said. Hurriyat leaders Javeed Ahmed Mir and Bilal Gani Lone and Jammu and Kashmir Democratic Freedom Party (JKDFP) leader Saleem Geelani were detained with a dozen other activists. Meanwhile, APHC chairman Abdul Gani Bhat claimed that senior leaders of the Hurriyat, including Mirwaiz Omar Farooq, Moulvi Abbas Ansari and himself, were put under house arrest on the same day to prevent them from participating in a ‘peace march’ organised to protest the alleged atrocities and human rights violations by security forces in the State.
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July - 20 
India has submitted a list of 14 Indians living in Britain, including Kashmiri separatist Ayub Thakur, to British authorities, alleging that they were funding terrorist groups operating in the State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). The list was reportedly
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India has submitted a list of 14 Indians living in Britain, including Kashmiri separatist Ayub Thakur, to British authorities, alleging that they were funding terrorist groups operating in the State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). The list was reportedly submitted to British security chiefs by Indian investigators last week along with evidence. According to a media report, a sum of more than six million pounds a year is sent from Britain to proscribed groups with links to Al Qaeda, including Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT). London-based Thakur, President of the World Kashmir Freedom Movement, is reported to be regularly sending money to finance terrorist outfits in J&K. Though Thakur reportedly claimed that money raised by him was for charitable projects, his charity, Mercy Universal, which sent over four million pounds in a span of 18 months, was being investigated.
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July - 20 
Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) chief and Hurriyat leader Yasin Malik, incarcerated under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA), was on July 20 granted bail by a Designated Court before being re-arrested under the Public Safety Act (PSA).
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Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) chief and Hurriyat leader Yasin Malik, incarcerated under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA), was on July 20 granted bail by a Designated Court before being re-arrested under the Public Safety Act (PSA). As reported earlier, Malik was arrested on March 25 for his alleged involvement in the hawala (illegal money transfer) transaction.
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July - 20 
Media reports from Nepal quoting the Indian press said six sympathisers of the Maoist insurgents were arrested in the northern Indian city of Lucknow and another town, Bareli, in Uttar Pradesh. One of the arrested persons, Om Prakash Sapkota, the reg
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Media reports from Nepal quoting the Indian press said six sympathisers of the Maoist insurgents were arrested in the northern Indian city of Lucknow and another town, Bareli, in Uttar Pradesh. One of the arrested persons, Om Prakash Sapkota, the regional In-charge of the insurgents, was handed over to Nepal police at a border check-post, on July 20. Sapkota was arrested with 220 thousand Indian rupees on July 19 night and was known by his alias, Rajiv KC, in India. He was organising medical treatment for Maoist cadres wounded in encounters with troops of the Royal Nepalese Army. Besides, Sapkota was being aided by the Akhil Bharatiya Nepali Ekata Samaj (ABNES), reports claimed, and added that he was also involved in fund-raising in India for the insurgents. An estimated 200 injured insurgents received medical relief owing to Sapkota’s work. Also, a dairy giving details of expenses he had incurred and names of insurgents he had helped was recovered from Sapkota’s possession.
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July - 20 
Official sources said that two terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed after an encounter at Jabban near Nowgam, about 18 kms from Banihal town on July 20. Two other terrorists of the group reportedly escaped during the encounter. Some ar
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Official sources said that two terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed after an encounter at Jabban near Nowgam, about 18 kms from Banihal town on July 20. Two other terrorists of the group reportedly escaped during the encounter. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered from the encounter site.
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July - 20 
One Pakistan-based terrorist was killed in an encounter at Chak-e-Yamoh in the Achabal area of Anantnag district.
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One Pakistan-based terrorist was killed in an encounter at Chak-e-Yamoh in the Achabal area of Anantnag district.
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July - 20 
Reports also said Manipur has refused to withdraw cases against the NSCN-IM leaders. Chief minister O Ibobi Singh, on July 20, said criminal cases against NSCN-IM leaders will not be withdrawn and any NSCN(IM) leader could be arrested if they entered
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Reports also said Manipur has refused to withdraw cases against the NSCN-IM leaders. Chief minister O Ibobi Singh, on July 20, said criminal cases against NSCN-IM leaders will not be withdrawn and any NSCN(IM) leader could be arrested if they entered the State.
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July - 20 
Security forces (SFs) spotted a group of four to five terrorists at Babbar nullah on the International Border in Hiranagar sector on July 20. Consequent to an exchange of fire, the terrorists escaped back to Pakistan along with their arms and ammunit
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Security forces (SFs) spotted a group of four to five terrorists at Babbar nullah on the International Border in Hiranagar sector on July 20. Consequent to an exchange of fire, the terrorists escaped back to Pakistan along with their arms and ammunition, said official sources.
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July - 20 
Terrorists shot and injured an activist of the counter-insurgent Ikhwan group, Mushtaq Ahmed at Shamsipora in Kulgam district. In a separate incident in the Kupwara district, a terrorist of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) group surrendered before securit
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Terrorists shot and injured an activist of the counter-insurgent Ikhwan group, Mushtaq Ahmed at Shamsipora in Kulgam district. In a separate incident in the Kupwara district, a terrorist of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) group surrendered before security forces along with one AK rifle, six magazines and 180 rounds in the Kandi area on July 20. Separately, SF personnel in a raid carried out at Kandi forests recovered one 6.72 mm rifle and two point 303 rifles from a terrorist hideout on the same day.
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July - 20 
The All Assam Students Union (AASU) has urged the State Government to take immediate security measures and issue ‘shoot at sight’ order along the India–Bangladesh border following increasing threat of infiltration of Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelli
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The All Assam Students Union (AASU) has urged the State Government to take immediate security measures and issue ‘shoot at sight’ order along the India–Bangladesh border following increasing threat of infiltration of Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) backed terrorists into the region through the ‘porous’ border. The AASU adviser, Samujjal Bhattacharyya talking to the media informed that during the meeting with the State government representatives and officials of the security forces, which was presided over by the Home Commissioner, B K Gohain, they were informed that the process of joint patrolling by Border Security Force (BSF) and the Assam Police had commenced in the Karimganj sector. The State Government also informed about the formation of district-level border management groups comprising representatives of Assam Police, BSF and the Government of Assam. Referring to the Union Home Ministry’s admission about ISI design to infiltrate Al Qaeda terrorists into the region through the Indo-Bangla border, the AASU, Bhattacharyya said, had demanded extension of joint border patrolling to Cachar and Dhubri sector of the Indo-Bangla border by August 15.
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July - 20 
The Midnapore West district administration organised a medical camp at Barsale village in Belpahari, on July 20, in an attempt to reduce the influence of left-wing extremists, Naxalites on the villagers. According to official sources, an estimated 30
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The Midnapore West district administration organised a medical camp at Barsale village in Belpahari, on July 20, in an attempt to reduce the influence of left-wing extremists, Naxalites on the villagers. According to official sources, an estimated 300 villagers, mostly women, attended the camp. District Magistrate MV Rao said the Barsale medical camp was the 14th camp organised in the district in the past seven months. Such camps will be organised in Goaltore, Garbeta, Salboni, Lalgar and Jamboni blocks, he added. Rao said the PWG has mustered a strong support base in these blocks by poisoning the tribals’ minds against the government and providing them with basic needs. To counter this rise in Naxalite influence, the district administration has been organising medical camps to bring the alienated tribals back into the mainstream and to give them a feeling that the government cared for their well being, he added.
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July - 21 
A civilian, who was abducted by unidentified terrorists from his house on July 19, was killed at Wali-Dok on July 21.
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A civilian, who was abducted by unidentified terrorists from his house on July 19, was killed at Wali-Dok on July 21.
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July - 21 
According to media reports of July 21, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland NSCN (I-M) has reiterated its demand for the withdrawal of the Armed Forces Special Powers (AFSP) Act in Nagaland. The outfit has reportedly set this as a condition for
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According to media reports of July 21, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland NSCN (I-M) has reiterated its demand for the withdrawal of the Armed Forces Special Powers (AFSP) Act in Nagaland. The outfit has reportedly set this as a condition for next round of Naga peace talks. While the outfit has acknowledged that the peace talks were 'on the track', it has resented a statement by Minister of State for External Affairs Digvijay Singh. The Minister in his written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament), on July 17, had alleged that the NSCN-IM was one of the terrorist organisations from India that had created established new bases in various countries. He listed Britain, the Netherlands, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan and Pakistan among them. He also allegedly indicted the Naga International Support Centre (NISC) for organising fund-raising for the outfit.
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July - 21 
According to media reports, four terrorists and a civilian were killed in separate incidents while four terrorists were arrested and two Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists surrendered in Jammu and Kashmir on July 21.
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According to media reports, four terrorists and a civilian were killed in separate incidents while four terrorists were arrested and two Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists surrendered in Jammu and Kashmir on July 21.
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July - 21 
Media reports said Assam Health Minister Bhumidhar Barman was gheraoed by agitators in Jalah, on July 21. Approximately 2,000 protesters, including women in large numbers, were demanding repeal of the proposed Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC).
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Media reports said Assam Health Minister Bhumidhar Barman was gheraoed by agitators in Jalah, on July 21. Approximately 2,000 protesters, including women in large numbers, were demanding repeal of the proposed Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC).
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July - 21 
NSCN-IM general secretary T. Muivah reportedly insisted on three conditions for the NSCN-IM leadership to come to India for further talks on the Naga issue. These are removal of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act from Nagaland, granting safe passage
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NSCN-IM general secretary T. Muivah reportedly insisted on three conditions for the NSCN-IM leadership to come to India for further talks on the Naga issue. These are removal of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act from Nagaland, granting safe passage to Naga leaders and withdrawal of all arrest warrants against them. Reports further said the outfit has also gone back to its earlier demand of "Greater Nagaland''.
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July - 21 
Security forces (SFs) killed two terrorists each at Jabbar Nowgam and Narkote in separate encounters. A large cache of arms and ammunition was also recovered from the encounter-sites.
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Security forces (SFs) killed two terrorists each at Jabbar Nowgam and Narkote in separate encounters. A large cache of arms and ammunition was also recovered from the encounter-sites.
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July - 21 
State Excise Minister T Sitaram, while speaking to media persons in Visakhapatnam, said the government is ready to resume peace talks with the PWG if the latter stopped killing innocent people. He said the government took the initiative for talks wit
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State Excise Minister T Sitaram, while speaking to media persons in Visakhapatnam, said the government is ready to resume peace talks with the PWG if the latter stopped killing innocent people. He said the government took the initiative for talks with the aim of protecting people’s lives and it was the PWG’s attitude that led to the failure of the peace process. He also called upon the Naxals to join the mainstream and assured that the government would provide the required assistance for them to lead a normal life.
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July - 21 
Suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists allegedly abducted five labourers from Jamir Chara in Tripura’s Dhalai district, on July 21. A ransom has reportedly been demanded for their release. The police were searching the area
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Suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists allegedly abducted five labourers from Jamir Chara in Tripura’s Dhalai district, on July 21. A ransom has reportedly been demanded for their release. The police were searching the area to secure the release of the captives, when the reports last came in.
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July - 21 
The secessionist All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC), on July 21, said it has submitted a memorandum to the United Nations (UN) and other world powers for an early resolution of the Kashmir issue. Speaking to media persons in Srinagar, a spokesman
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The secessionist All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC), on July 21, said it has submitted a memorandum to the United Nations (UN) and other world powers for an early resolution of the Kashmir issue. Speaking to media persons in Srinagar, a spokesman for the APHC said the memorandum, addressed to UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan, was also dispatched to the heads of United States Britain, Russia, China, Japan, Amnesty International and European Union. The memorandum, which was released to the media said, "Consequent upon the mass killings of innocent men, women and children yet again at Qasim Nagar in Jammu, it decided in an extraordinary meeting a couple of days back to organize a protest march with a view to emphasizing the need at the global level to unmask the ugly criminals involved in the carnage".
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July - 21 
Two JeM cadres surrendered along with two AK rifles, nine magazines and 270 rounds in the Kupwara district.
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Two JeM cadres surrendered along with two AK rifles, nine magazines and 270 rounds in the Kupwara district.
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July - 21 
Two terrorists each were arrested by SF personnel in Anantnag and Baramulla districts.
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Two terrorists each were arrested by SF personnel in Anantnag and Baramulla districts.
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July - 21 
Two terrorists each were arrested by SF personnel in Anantnag and Baramulla districts.
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Two terrorists each were arrested by SF personnel in Anantnag and Baramulla districts.
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July - 22 
A Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) cadre was killed during an encounter at Wagbal, Sangri, in Kupwara district. In a separate encounter, an unidentified terrorist was killed in the forest area in Handwara.
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A Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) cadre was killed during an encounter at Wagbal, Sangri, in Kupwara district. In a separate encounter, an unidentified terrorist was killed in the forest area in Handwara.
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July - 22 
A Kanglei Yawol Kann Lup (KYKL) terrorist identified as Takhellamabm Doren was arrested from Manipur’s Thoubal district on July 22. He, along with two of his accomplices, is accused of killing a local book-seller, Chanambam Ibochouba on June 24. A ra
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A Kanglei Yawol Kann Lup (KYKL) terrorist identified as Takhellamabm Doren was arrested from Manipur’s Thoubal district on July 22. He, along with two of his accomplices, is accused of killing a local book-seller, Chanambam Ibochouba on June 24. A ransom of Rs 500,000 was allegedly demanded from the deceased, non-compliance with which reportedly resulted in his murder.
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July - 22 
According to a media report of July 22, Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) terrorists have served notices to tea planters in southern Assam, demanding huge sums as ‘protection money’. This reportedly has panicked the planters, and they have requested the author
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According to a media report of July 22, Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) terrorists have served notices to tea planters in southern Assam, demanding huge sums as ‘protection money’. This reportedly has panicked the planters, and they have requested the authorities for more security. The DHD terrorists had also allegedly abducted the three-year old daughter of a planter in June 2002 from the same area, and her whereabouts remain still unknown. According to police sources, demands for extortion range from Rs 500,000 to Rs 1.5 million to various tea gardens depending on the volume of business. The report also said the tea-growers have admitted payment of approximately 20 billion rupees to various terrorist outfits as ransom in the past. The amount was paid on various occasions to secure the release of abducted executives. More than 20 planters have also been killed and 50 other executives kidnapped for ransom in Assam terrorist outfits during the past decade.
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July - 22 
According to media reports, six tribal villages in Utnoor mandal of Adilabad district, which were under the grip of left-wing extremists, Naxalites, of the People’s War Group (PWG), on July 22 decided to prevent their entry into the villages. Report
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According to media reports, six tribal villages in Utnoor mandal of Adilabad district, which were under the grip of left-wing extremists, Naxalites, of the People’s War Group (PWG), on July 22 decided to prevent their entry into the villages. Reports said an estimated 500 tribals from Cheruvuguda, Tatiguda, Damannapet, Ballanpur and Heerapur assembled at Utnoor divisional headquarters and took an oath not to entertain Naxals anymore. The tribals vowed not to provide food or shelter to the Naxals. The Utnoor police organised the `Agnatham-Swetcha' programme and `Parivartana sadassu' to mark the occasion.
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July - 22 
According to media reports, the Prevention of Crime Branch (PCB) of Ahemmadabad city police arrested three persons belonging to an illegal arms racket and belonging to Vadodara, on July 22 Police also recovered four illegal arms, including a foreign-
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According to media reports, the Prevention of Crime Branch (PCB) of Ahemmadabad city police arrested three persons belonging to an illegal arms racket and belonging to Vadodara, on July 22 Police also recovered four illegal arms, including a foreign-made mauser, and 27 cartridges.
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July - 22 
According to official sources, two Khalisatan terrorists were arrested after an encounter in Pilibhit district, on July 22. Some arms and ammunition were also seized from their possession.
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According to official sources, two Khalisatan terrorists were arrested after an encounter in Pilibhit district, on July 22. Some arms and ammunition were also seized from their possession.
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July - 22 
Another terrorist was killed by Border Security Force (BSF) personnel at Pathri Gali in the Dharamkund area under Gool police station’s jurisdiction in Doda District. Two hand grenades were recovered from his possession. The slain terrorist, suspecte
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Another terrorist was killed by Border Security Force (BSF) personnel at Pathri Gali in the Dharamkund area under Gool police station’s jurisdiction in Doda District. Two hand grenades were recovered from his possession. The slain terrorist, suspected to be a foreign mercenary, was reportedly on his way to lob grenades at an SF installation. A chit found in possession of the terrorist revealed his affiliation with the JeM outfit.
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July - 22 
Four SF personnel and three civilians were injured in an IED blast at Labbar village in the Marmat area of Doda district. During searches carried out by police after the blast, another live IED was detected and later defused.
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Four SF personnel and three civilians were injured in an IED blast at Labbar village in the Marmat area of Doda district. During searches carried out by police after the blast, another live IED was detected and later defused.
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July - 22 
In another incident, on July 22 night, the PWG made an abortive attempt on the life of a local leader of the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) near Mutyalampadu village in Khammam district.
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In another incident, on July 22 night, the PWG made an abortive attempt on the life of a local leader of the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) near Mutyalampadu village in Khammam district.
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July - 22 
Media reports said six Muslim United Liberation Tigers (MULTA) terrorists surrendered to Dhubri district authorities on July 22. Further details are awaited.
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Media reports said six Muslim United Liberation Tigers (MULTA) terrorists surrendered to Dhubri district authorities on July 22. Further details are awaited.
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July - 22 
One LeT terrorist was killed at Mahend, Batpora, in the Zainapora area of Shopian.
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One LeT terrorist was killed at Mahend, Batpora, in the Zainapora area of Shopian.
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July - 22 
Reports said a left-wing extremist, Naxalite of the People’s War Group (PWG), surrendered to Guntur district police chief on July 22. The Naxal was a member of the Nagulete Local Guerilla Squad and was involved in the year 2000-Dachepalli telephone e
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Reports said a left-wing extremist, Naxalite of the People’s War Group (PWG), surrendered to Guntur district police chief on July 22. The Naxal was a member of the Nagulete Local Guerilla Squad and was involved in the year 2000-Dachepalli telephone exchange destruction, railway track blast near Podugugala village, the raid on Durga Cement Factory in Dachepalli and attacks on two State government buses reports added.
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July - 22 
Security forces (SFs) on July 22 shot dead four terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) in two separate encounters in Banihal and Gool, while seven persons, including four police personnel, were injured in an Improvised Exp
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Security forces (SFs) on July 22 shot dead four terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) in two separate encounters in Banihal and Gool, while seven persons, including four police personnel, were injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast in Marmat, Doda district, on the same day.
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July - 22 
Unidentified terrorists reportedly fired a rifle grenade at the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)-occupied Pamposh Hotel on Residency Road in Srinagar. A CRPF personnel was injured in this incident.
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Unidentified terrorists reportedly fired a rifle grenade at the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)-occupied Pamposh Hotel on Residency Road in Srinagar. A CRPF personnel was injured in this incident.
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July - 22 
West Bengal (WB) said that no evidence was available with it to substantiate the allegation of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA's) nexus with the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO). Kanti Biswas, Education Minister of West Bengal, on July 22
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West Bengal (WB) said that no evidence was available with it to substantiate the allegation of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA's) nexus with the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO). Kanti Biswas, Education Minister of West Bengal, on July 22, said, "Our government has no impeccable evidences about ULFA's nexus with KLO". He was addressing media persons at the Silchar Press Club. While terming the insurgency situation in the Northeast as complex, he also accepted the involvement of some Madrassas (Islamic seminaries) situated along the borders in anti-national activities.
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July - 22 
While three terrorists were killed in Banihal, another terrorist was killed in Gool, official sources said. SF personnel were carrying out a routine search operation in Sarachi Gali in the Mahu Mangat area, about 22km west of Banihal town when they w
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While three terrorists were killed in Banihal, another terrorist was killed in Gool, official sources said. SF personnel were carrying out a routine search operation in Sarachi Gali in the Mahu Mangat area, about 22km west of Banihal town when they were attacked by a group of terrorists. In the ensuing encounter, two terrorists were killed while one of their associates who initially escaped was killed, too, later. The slain terrorists reportedly belonged to the LeT group. Recoveries made from them included a Universal Machine Gun (UMG), a Self Loading Rifle, an AK rifle, three hand grenades, a telescopic vision, two boxes loaded with UMG and AK ammunition and another box with material used in making Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs).
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July - 23 
A girl was killed separately and 27 other persons, including six police personnel, were injured in a grenade attack by terrorists at City Chowk in Rajouri district, on July 23. Media reports said unidentified terrorists threw a grenade when approxima
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A girl was killed separately and 27 other persons, including six police personnel, were injured in a grenade attack by terrorists at City Chowk in Rajouri district, on July 23. Media reports said unidentified terrorists threw a grenade when approximately 10 persons under police escort were shifting treasury cash, which had been off-loaded at the bus stand after arrival from Jammu, to the Jammu and Kashmir Bank.
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July - 23 
A PWG Naxalite of the Kamareddy-Sirnapalli Local Guerilla Squad (LGS) surrendered to the Nizamabad district police chief.
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A PWG Naxalite of the Kamareddy-Sirnapalli Local Guerilla Squad (LGS) surrendered to the Nizamabad district police chief.
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July - 23 
A report of July 23 said two persons, suspected ULFA terrorists, were arrested by police in Goreswar. While one was them was released afterwards, the other was produced before a court.
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A report of July 23 said two persons, suspected ULFA terrorists, were arrested by police in Goreswar. While one was them was released afterwards, the other was produced before a court.
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July - 23 
A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was killed in an encounter with security force personnel at an unname place in Assam's Barpeta, district on July 23. No further information was available when reports last came in.
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A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was killed in an encounter with security force personnel at an unname place in Assam's Barpeta, district on July 23. No further information was available when reports last came in.
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July - 23 
According to a media report, deposed Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘commander-in-chief’ Abdul Majid Dar said, on July 23, he and his outfit would extend full support to every "serious political move" aimed at resolving the Kashmir issue through peaceful me
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According to a media report, deposed Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘commander-in-chief’ Abdul Majid Dar said, on July 23, he and his outfit would extend full support to every "serious political move" aimed at resolving the Kashmir issue through peaceful means. "We will extend full support to any serious political initiative, whenever initiated, aimed at resolving the Kashmir issue peacefully," a release of the outfit quoted Dar as having said. "Gun is not our hobby but our need," added Dar.
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July - 23 
According to media reports of July 23 the Manipur Human Rights Commission (MHRC) has directed the State government to facilitate better rehabilitation to surrendered terrorists. Following a complaint filed by relatives of surrendered terrorists, th
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According to media reports of July 23 the Manipur Human Rights Commission (MHRC) has directed the State government to facilitate better rehabilitation to surrendered terrorists. Following a complaint filed by relatives of surrendered terrorists, the MHRC directed the Sate government to either set-up a rehabilitation camp with boarding and training facilities for the surrendered terrorists within the State or arrange a suitable institution outside Manipur. In case of failure, the Commission advised the government to provide suitable employment or pay Rs. 2 lakhs each to the 17 surrendered terrorists. The commission also directed the government to pay a monthly stipend of Rs. 2000 pending for the past 12 months to the surrendered terrorists.
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July - 23 
According to media reports on July 23, security was tightened at the Bihta Air Force base, Danapur district, Bihar, following the arrest of four alleged Inter Service Intelligence (ISI) agents on July 14 from the air base premises and because of the
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According to media reports on July 23, security was tightened at the Bihta Air Force base, Danapur district, Bihar, following the arrest of four alleged Inter Service Intelligence (ISI) agents on July 14 from the air base premises and because of the suspicion that there could be a sabotage attempt. The ISI is Pakistan’s external intelligence agency.
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July - 23 
Defence Attaches from 15 countries, including the US, the UK and Japan, on July 23 commenced a three-day tour of border areas in Jammu and Kashmir to get first hand feeling of the prevailing situation in the State. Official sources said the diplomats
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Defence Attaches from 15 countries, including the US, the UK and Japan, on July 23 commenced a three-day tour of border areas in Jammu and Kashmir to get first hand feeling of the prevailing situation in the State. Official sources said the diplomats also visited the Army Headquarters in Srinagar and were briefed about the situation by senior officers. They would visit the border areas of Uri in Baramulla district and Kupwara sector in north Kashmir on July 24.They are scheduled to meet Governor G C Saxena and Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah. During their stay in Kashmir, the Defence Attaches would meet senior military commanders and civil officials. They would be briefed by Army officials about the situation and steps being taken by India to counter Pakistan- sponsored infiltration.
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July - 23 
Delhi police, on July 23, chargesheeted seven terrorists of the Harkat-ul-Jehadi-e-Islami (HuJI) in connection with a plan to assassinate Presidetn-elect APJ Abdul Kalam, abduct cricket players Sachin Tendulkar and Sourav Ganguly and carry out massiv
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Delhi police, on July 23, chargesheeted seven terrorists of the Harkat-ul-Jehadi-e-Islami (HuJI) in connection with a plan to assassinate Presidetn-elect APJ Abdul Kalam, abduct cricket players Sachin Tendulkar and Sourav Ganguly and carry out massive subversive activities across the country. According to official sources, the chargesheet filed in the court of Designated Judge S N Dhingra has named -- Tariq Mehmood alias Naeem, Ashahaq Ahmed alias Dilshad, Mohammed Ashraf, Abdul Majid, Mohammed Amran (all Pakistanis), Jallaluddin alias Rana, a Bangladeshi, and Mufti Mohammed Asrar from Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh who were arrested by the police in different operations after the January 22 terrorist attack on the American Center in Kolkata. The terrorists had planned massive subversive activities, including an attack on the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), Trombay, the chargesheet said, adding that two of their associates Mohd Idris and Mohd Salim of the Lashker-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed in an encounter at Hazaribagh in Jharkhand on February 28, 2002.
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July - 23 
Home Minister L.A. Sangma said rural-based terrorism in Garo Hills was posing a major challenge to the State police and accepted that the State police was helpless in controlling terrorism in the region. Commenting on the killing of Devjyoti Rava, so
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Home Minister L.A. Sangma said rural-based terrorism in Garo Hills was posing a major challenge to the State police and accepted that the State police was helpless in controlling terrorism in the region. Commenting on the killing of Devjyoti Rava, son of the Forest Minister, by suspected National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and ANVC terrorists on June 30, the Minister said police were yet to make any headway in the case. The Home Minister also urged the Union government to come up with strong measures to deal with the threat of Pakistan's Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) agents percolating into the security apparatus of the North East.
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July - 23 
In their first major strike after walking out of the peace process, left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), in Andhra Pradesh, killed four police personnel and injured eight more in a landmine blast set-off between Karampudi
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In their first major strike after walking out of the peace process, left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), in Andhra Pradesh, killed four police personnel and injured eight more in a landmine blast set-off between Karampudi and Adigoppula villages, Guntur district, on July 23. According to official sources, the incident took place when a 25-member team of ‘Greyhounds’, a special anti-Naxal squad, on a tip-off that PWG Naxalites were holding meeting at a hide out in the Durgi police station limits, was proceeding when it came under attack.
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July - 23 
Meghalaya Chief Minister (CM) FA Khonglam has termed the demand for a separate Garo State by Clifford Marak, a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA), as lacking popular support. Speaking to the media on July 23, the CM rated the security situatio
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Meghalaya Chief Minister (CM) FA Khonglam has termed the demand for a separate Garo State by Clifford Marak, a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA), as lacking popular support. Speaking to the media on July 23, the CM rated the security situation in the State as better compared to the rest of the North Eastern States. He, however, reiterated the government’s willingness to hold talks with both the terrorist groups––Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) and the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC), and blamed the terrorists for their lack of co-operation despite the efforts by Church leaders. The Chief Minister, however, is reported to have emphasised the need to curb terrorism with a firm hand and said a joint operation by Assam and Meghalaya Police would be launched soon to flush out the terrorists from the State, particularly from the Garo Hills.
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July - 23 
Negotiations between left-wing extremists, Naxlites of the People’s War Group (PWG), and the Andhra Pradesh government failed due to ‘unrealistic’ demands put forth by the former, indicated a media report of July 23. At a February 2002 meeting of the
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Negotiations between left-wing extremists, Naxlites of the People’s War Group (PWG), and the Andhra Pradesh government failed due to ‘unrealistic’ demands put forth by the former, indicated a media report of July 23. At a February 2002 meeting of the Central Regional Bureau (CRB) of the PWG, a resolution enlisting a set of demands was passed. The group decided to set forth seven of those before the government during peace negotiations. These were: lifting of ban on the PWG during the talks, judicial inquiry into the Koyyur (in Karimnagar district) encounter in which three of its top leaders, among others, had been killed, creation of a separate State of Telangana, revoking of Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA), confiscation of assets owned in the State by various Multi National Companies (MNCs), distribution of land to the poor and continuation of 1/70 Act in tribal areas. State police officials reportedly believe that these demands could never have been met, and hence the talks finally collapsed on July 19.
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July - 23 
SF personnel, on July 23, recovered five kilogrammes of explosive material, 10 detonators and two remote control devices from the house of a civilian at Bawan-Watsar, Kupwara district. The civilian has been detained pending investigations.
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SF personnel, on July 23, recovered five kilogrammes of explosive material, 10 detonators and two remote control devices from the house of a civilian at Bawan-Watsar, Kupwara district. The civilian has been detained pending investigations.
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July - 23 
Suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists killed a surrendered All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) terrorist in Kalyanpur village in Agartala, on July 23. Police were investigating the incident when reports last came in.
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Suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists killed a surrendered All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) terrorist in Kalyanpur village in Agartala, on July 23. Police were investigating the incident when reports last came in.
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July - 23 
The Unified Command Structure (UCS), on July 23, reviewed the pre-Independence Day security arrangements in Assam. At its meeting, held in Guwahati, it discussed the security measures taken to tackle any possible act of terrorism in the region. The m
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The Unified Command Structure (UCS), on July 23, reviewed the pre-Independence Day security arrangements in Assam. At its meeting, held in Guwahati, it discussed the security measures taken to tackle any possible act of terrorism in the region. The meeting was attended by State Chief Secretary Pranab Kumar Bora, General Officer Commanding (GOC) 4 corps Lt General J S Verma and Director General of State Police (DGP) H K Deka, among others. The UCS, formed in 1997 to combat terrorism in the State, brought the Army, State police and paramilitary forces under a single chain of command.
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July - 23 
Unidentified terrorists killed three Village Defence Committee (VDC) members, all of who were brothers, on July 23 at Halla village in the Sumbar area of Doda district. The VDC members had reportedly gone to collect firewood in a forest area when the
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Unidentified terrorists killed three Village Defence Committee (VDC) members, all of who were brothers, on July 23 at Halla village in the Sumbar area of Doda district. The VDC members had reportedly gone to collect firewood in a forest area when they were ambushed by a group of terrorists. The terrorists while escaping also took away with them a rifle of a VDC member. Terrorists involved in this incident are suspected foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) group.
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July - 24 
20 persons, including four police personnel, were injured on July 24 when terrorists exploded a grenade at a crowded Anantnag bus stand in south Kashmir, minutes after a vehicle carrying Amarnath pilgrims had passed by. The grenade was reportedly hur
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20 persons, including four police personnel, were injured on July 24 when terrorists exploded a grenade at a crowded Anantnag bus stand in south Kashmir, minutes after a vehicle carrying Amarnath pilgrims had passed by. The grenade was reportedly hurled at a moving SF vehicle at the bus stand, but missed the target and had exploded on the road injuring 16 civilians and four police personnel, official sources said.
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July - 24 
A Delhi court, on July 24, extended the judicial custody of Iftikhar Geelani, son-in-law of Hurriyat leader and Jamaat-e-Islami chief Syed Ali Shah Geelani, up to July 31. The court rejected Geelani's plea for a second opinion from Military Intellige
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A Delhi court, on July 24, extended the judicial custody of Iftikhar Geelani, son-in-law of Hurriyat leader and Jamaat-e-Islami chief Syed Ali Shah Geelani, up to July 31. The court rejected Geelani's plea for a second opinion from Military Intelligence regarding the classification of documents seized from him, which the security agency alleged were secret. Geelani contends that the documents are available on the Internet. He has been booked under the Official Secrets Act and for possessing pornographic material. Geelani, a journalist by profession, was arrested on June 9, after some classified documents were allegedly seized from his residence, in Delhi.
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July - 24 
According to Assam police, the threat of terrorist attacks to sabotage the Independence-day celebrations, August 15, in the State has not waned. Assam Director General of Police (DGP) H K Deka re-asserted that the threat is 'real'. Talking to a local
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According to Assam police, the threat of terrorist attacks to sabotage the Independence-day celebrations, August 15, in the State has not waned. Assam Director General of Police (DGP) H K Deka re-asserted that the threat is 'real'. Talking to a local daily in Guwahati, on July 24, he admitted that there was the possibility of a 'major pre-Independence-Day strike or sabotage'. He also said, Assam-based terrorists might do this in connivance with 'outside' forces. The Al Qaeda may be one among them.
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July - 24 
According to media reports of July 24, a United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was killed in an encounter in Assam's Barpeta district. The terrorist was killed in Kukapar village, under Chenga police station limits. Security forces (SF)
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According to media reports of July 24, a United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was killed in an encounter in Assam's Barpeta district. The terrorist was killed in Kukapar village, under Chenga police station limits. Security forces (SF) were conducting a search operation in the area for the terrorist, who, on being spotted, allegedly opened fire at SFs. He was killed in retaliatory firing by SFs. Two grenades and some ULFA extortion notes were seized from the slain terrorist.
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July - 24 
According to media reports, police in Shillong arrested two Hyniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) terrorists, on July 24. The arrest of one of the terrorists returning from Mylliem to Shillongled led to the arrest of the second. Police recove
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According to media reports, police in Shillong arrested two Hyniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) terrorists, on July 24. The arrest of one of the terrorists returning from Mylliem to Shillongled led to the arrest of the second. Police recovered two AK-47 rifles, a 9.mm pistol and a large amount of ammunition from their possession.
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July - 24 
According to media reports, the ‘military platoon commander’ of left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group, the People’s War Group (PWG), was killed in an encounter in a remote area in Maharashtra. Reports from neighbouring Andhra Pradesh said, on July 25, t
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According to media reports, the ‘military platoon commander’ of left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group, the People’s War Group (PWG), was killed in an encounter in a remote area in Maharashtra. Reports from neighbouring Andhra Pradesh said, on July 25, though the encounter happened in March 2002, the identification was done recently.
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July - 24 
Anticipating increased left-wing extremist—Naxalite—activities in southern Orissa following failure of talks between the Andhra Pradesh government and the People's War Group (PWG), the Orissa government has alerted superintendents of police in those
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Anticipating increased left-wing extremist—Naxalite—activities in southern Orissa following failure of talks between the Andhra Pradesh government and the People's War Group (PWG), the Orissa government has alerted superintendents of police in those districts to be extra vigilant. Speaking to the media, State police chief N C Padhee said, security forces presence in districts bordering Andhra Pradesh and Chhattisgarh would be strengthened further, in order to stop crossing over of Naxalites from across the border. He said Naxalite activities are likely to go up in Andhra Pradesh after the failure of talks and that some of the Naxalites may cross over to Orissa to create trouble.
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July - 24 
Assam Rifles Lance Niak S Joe Haokip, who was arrested on July 11 in Manipur for his links with Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, the Inter Service Intelligence (ISI), was remanded to judicial custody for 14 days, on July 24.
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Assam Rifles Lance Niak S Joe Haokip, who was arrested on July 11 in Manipur for his links with Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, the Inter Service Intelligence (ISI), was remanded to judicial custody for 14 days, on July 24.
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July - 24 
Manipur Chief Minister (CM) O Ibobi Singh said 99 persons have been killed in terrorist-related incidents in the State between March 7 and June 30, while 146 terrorists of various groups had surrendered during the same period. Speaking in the State
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Manipur Chief Minister (CM) O Ibobi Singh said 99 persons have been killed in terrorist-related incidents in the State between March 7 and June 30, while 146 terrorists of various groups had surrendered during the same period. Speaking in the State Legislative Assembly on July 24, the CM said the dead included 22 civilians, 24 security force personnel and 53 terrorists. The CM also revealed that, among those surrendered, 27 had been provided government jobs, and added that the government was trying to provide employment to the others.
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July - 24 
Media reports said, quoting official sources, two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in separate encounters with security force personnel in Assam, on July 24. While one was killed in Madarigaon village of Kokrajhar d
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Media reports said, quoting official sources, two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in separate encounters with security force personnel in Assam, on July 24. While one was killed in Madarigaon village of Kokrajhar district, the other was killed near Sukhanjali village in Nalbari district.
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July - 24 
On July 16, the PWG, in a statement, said it was willing to hold talks with the government, provided CPI-M leaders, particularly in Midnapore, Bankura and Purulia, removed the stockpiles of arms and public meetings were allowed in all villages.
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On July 16, the PWG, in a statement, said it was willing to hold talks with the government, provided CPI-M leaders, particularly in Midnapore, Bankura and Purulia, removed the stockpiles of arms and public meetings were allowed in all villages.
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July - 24 
Police in Manipur reportedly arrested three Kanglei Yawol Kunna Lup (KYKL) terrorists following during a raid at Kalibari, on July 24 night. According to a police statement, self- styled ‘Zone I finance commander’ Tourangbam Rajen was arrested along
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Police in Manipur reportedly arrested three Kanglei Yawol Kunna Lup (KYKL) terrorists following during a raid at Kalibari, on July 24 night. According to a police statement, self- styled ‘Zone I finance commander’ Tourangbam Rajen was arrested along with two other associates. Police also seized a car, a desktop computer, Rs. 87, 000 in cash and some incriminating documents from their possession.
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July - 24 
Security forces, on July 24, claimed to have unearthed a hawala (Illegal money transfer) channel funding terrorists in the Kashmir valley, with the arrest of two "nodal agents" disbursing money to the Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen (TuM) outfit.
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Security forces, on July 24, claimed to have unearthed a hawala (Illegal money transfer) channel funding terrorists in the Kashmir valley, with the arrest of two "nodal agents" disbursing money to the Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen (TuM) outfit.
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July - 24 
Speaking in India’s Lower House of Parliament, the Lok Sabha, currently in session, on July 24, Union Defence Minister George Fernandes said Unattended Ground Censors are being deployed along the Line of Control (LoC) and the International Border (IB
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Speaking in India’s Lower House of Parliament, the Lok Sabha, currently in session, on July 24, Union Defence Minister George Fernandes said Unattended Ground Censors are being deployed along the Line of Control (LoC) and the International Border (IB) in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) to assist troops in detecting infiltration. He said the censors, procured indigenously, are being deployed in considerable numbers. The Minister said, after the Kargil War, 497 attempts of infiltration and exfiltration have been foiled on the LoC and the IB in J&K.
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July - 24 
Speaking in the Rajya Sabha on July 24, Minister of State for Home Vidyasagar Rao said the possibility of Al Qaeda terrorists having infiltrated into the State of Jammu and Kashmir cannot be ruled out. He said the government was receiving reports tha
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Speaking in the Rajya Sabha on July 24, Minister of State for Home Vidyasagar Rao said the possibility of Al Qaeda terrorists having infiltrated into the State of Jammu and Kashmir cannot be ruled out. He said the government was receiving reports that, following the defeat of the Taliban and other foreign terrorists who were in Afghanistan prior to November 2001, a substantial number of erstwhile Taliban and allied fundamentalist groups had crossed over to Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). These terrorists were likely to join terrorist outfits like the Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM), the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), the Al-Badr and the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) for their eventual infiltration into Jammu and Kashmir and to escalate terrorist violence in the State and elsewhere, he added.
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July - 24 
Terrorists killed a personnel of the Special Operations Group (SOG) of Jammu and Kashmir police at the Batmaloo bus stand in central Srinagar.
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Terrorists killed a personnel of the Special Operations Group (SOG) of Jammu and Kashmir police at the Batmaloo bus stand in central Srinagar.
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July - 24 
The Indian government, on July 24, said its concern over the continuing direct complicity of Pakistan in infiltration and cross-border terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir would be conveyed to US Secretary of State Colin Powell who arrives New Delhi on Jul
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The Indian government, on July 24, said its concern over the continuing direct complicity of Pakistan in infiltration and cross-border terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir would be conveyed to US Secretary of State Colin Powell who arrives New Delhi on July 27. Speaking to media persons, an External Affairs Ministry spokesperson said, "We will put across our concern that infiltration is still continuing and cross-border terrorism is still an instrument of state policy of Pakistan". Rejecting the US’ description of Pakistan as a ‘stalwart ally’, the spokesperson said there cannot be ‘good’ and ‘bad’ terrorists. While Pakistan supports the US-led campaign against international terrorism in Afghanistan, there is 'direct complicity, ‘direct involvement' on its part in cross-border terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir, she said.
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July - 24 
The separatist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) said, on July 24, it was willing to hold an "unconditional dialogue" with the Union government on the Kashmir issue. "We have been making it amply clear that talks were the mode by which the issue
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The separatist All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) said, on July 24, it was willing to hold an "unconditional dialogue" with the Union government on the Kashmir issue. "We have been making it amply clear that talks were the mode by which the issue could be solved but the parley should be unconditional from both sides," said former Hurriyat chief Mirwaiz Umer Farooq, in Delhi. Commenting on the earlier conditions set by the APHC, he said, "Talks will be unconditional provided the Centre (Union government) also stops harping on holding the exercise within the constitutional framework." He opined that Kashmir was not an administrative problem and the issue needed an immediate and serious attention from the Union government for its final resolution through a constructive dialogue. On the issue of participation in the forthcoming State Legislative Assembly elections, he said: "We have maintained that we will not shy away from any such exercise aimed at resolving the Kashmir dispute but we reject outright an election process which envisaged forming a government in the State and later governing it."
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July - 24 
The West Bengal unit of the Communist Party of India–Marxist (CPI-M), on July 24, ruled out any conditional talks with left-wing extremist––Naxalite––group, the People’s War Group (PWG), which, it said, follows the path of terror and annihilation. Re
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The West Bengal unit of the Communist Party of India–Marxist (CPI-M), on July 24, ruled out any conditional talks with left-wing extremist––Naxalite––group, the People’s War Group (PWG), which, it said, follows the path of terror and annihilation. Referring to the PWG's offer of conditional talks, CPI-M State secretary Anil Biswas told media persons in Kolkata that there would not be any conditional talks with them. "We have not received any offer of such talks from them". Biswas said the ruling Left Front also condemned the policy of terror and annihilation followed by the PWG.
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July - 24 
Three security force (SF) personnel were killed in separate incidents in the Kashmir Valley, on July 24, official sources said. Two Border Security Force (BSF) personnel were killed when a group of unidentified terrorists opened fire on a patrol at C
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Three security force (SF) personnel were killed in separate incidents in the Kashmir Valley, on July 24, official sources said. Two Border Security Force (BSF) personnel were killed when a group of unidentified terrorists opened fire on a patrol at Chanser in the Kulgam area of Anantnag district in south Kashmir. The terrorists managed to escape from the incident-site.
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July - 24 
Three terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), on July 24, surrendered in the border district of Kupwara in north Kashmir, said a police spokesperson.
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Three terrorists of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), on July 24, surrendered in the border district of Kupwara in north Kashmir, said a police spokesperson.
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July - 25 
A hardcore terrorist of the Harkat ul-Jihad-i-Islami (HuJI) surrendered to the Special Task Force (STF) after being trapped in an encounter in the Dachchan area of Doda district, on July 25. The surrendered terrorist, identified as Firdous Ahmed, a r
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A hardcore terrorist of the Harkat ul-Jihad-i-Islami (HuJI) surrendered to the Special Task Force (STF) after being trapped in an encounter in the Dachchan area of Doda district, on July 25. The surrendered terrorist, identified as Firdous Ahmed, a resident of Thachna, Dachchan, reportedly had close links with HuJI ‘commander’ Abu Saif, a foreign mercenary.
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July - 25 
According to a media report of July 25, further expansion of mobile services in Northeastern States, at present, was difficult due to security reasons. A statement was reportedly made by Union Minister of State for Communications Sumitra Mahajan in t
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According to a media report of July 25, further expansion of mobile services in Northeastern States, at present, was difficult due to security reasons. A statement was reportedly made by Union Minister of State for Communications Sumitra Mahajan in the Rajya Sabha (India's Upper House of Parliament) in this regard, on an unspecified date. She said cellular mobile telephone service (CMTS) by private operators as well as by the Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) and more Wireless in Local Loop (WLL) connections would not be permitted in the immediate future beyond Guwahati and Shillong. They are considered vulnerable to terrorist attacks.
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July - 25 
According to a media report of July 25, the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) may be considering guerilla attacks on important installations in Assam's Golaghat district. Its 28th battalion 'commander' Ramu Mech has allegedly sent a nine-member
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According to a media report of July 25, the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) may be considering guerilla attacks on important installations in Assam's Golaghat district. Its 28th battalion 'commander' Ramu Mech has allegedly sent a nine-member team under Ashanta Phookan. The team has been directed to follow hit-and-run strategy in the district. The targets may include public property and top-level security officials.
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July - 25 
According to media reports, the ‘military platoon commander’ of left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group, the People’s War Group (PWG), was killed in an encounter in a remote area in Maharashtra. Reports from neighbouring Andhra Pradesh said, on July 25, t
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According to media reports, the ‘military platoon commander’ of left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group, the People’s War Group (PWG), was killed in an encounter in a remote area in Maharashtra. Reports from neighbouring Andhra Pradesh said, on July 25, though the encounter happened in March 2002, the identification was done recently.
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July - 25 
According to official sources, security forces (SFs) laid siege to Galwanpora village in Budgam district on receipt of information that a group of six terrorists were present in the village. As the SFs threw a cordon, the terrorists opened fire, whic
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According to official sources, security forces (SFs) laid siege to Galwanpora village in Budgam district on receipt of information that a group of six terrorists were present in the village. As the SFs threw a cordon, the terrorists opened fire, which was retaliated. Unconfirmed reports said two SF personnel sustained injuries in the initial round of gunfire. It is yet to be ascertained whether the holed-up terrorists had managed to escape or not.
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July - 25 
Andhra Pradesh government declared left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group, the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) (People’s War), better known as the People’s War Group (PWG), as an unlawful association for a further period of one year with effe
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Andhra Pradesh government declared left-wing extremist—Naxalite—group, the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) (People’s War), better known as the People’s War Group (PWG), as an unlawful association for a further period of one year with effect from July 23. An official press release issued in Hyderabad, on July 25, said PWG front organisations— Radical Youth League (RYL), Ryot Coolie Sangham (RCS), Radical Students Union (RSU), Singareni Karmika Samakhya (Sikasa), Viplava Karmika Samakhya (Vikasa), All-India Revolutionary Students’ Federation (AIRSF) — have also been declared unlawful for a further period of one year.
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July - 25 
In Srinagar, an unidentified terrorist lobbed a hand grenade at a bunker of the Border Security Force (BSF) at the Batmaloo Bus Stand, on July 25. However, it missed the target and exploded on the road. A civilian was killed and approximately 23 othe
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In Srinagar, an unidentified terrorist lobbed a hand grenade at a bunker of the Border Security Force (BSF) at the Batmaloo Bus Stand, on July 25. However, it missed the target and exploded on the road. A civilian was killed and approximately 23 others have reportedly been injured in this incident.
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July - 25 
PWG Naxalites raided a fair price shop at Mannesultanpuram, Guntur district, and escaped with 300 bags of rice, on July 25 night.
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PWG Naxalites raided a fair price shop at Mannesultanpuram, Guntur district, and escaped with 300 bags of rice, on July 25 night.
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July - 25 
Sonkoch Anchalik Parishad ULFA 'commander' Nayan Jyoti Roy alias Niranjan Roy alias Netro was arrested by Assam police from Harigaon Bazar, under Basugaon police station limits, Kokrajhar district, on July 25. Two Chinese hand grenades were seized fr
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Sonkoch Anchalik Parishad ULFA 'commander' Nayan Jyoti Roy alias Niranjan Roy alias Netro was arrested by Assam police from Harigaon Bazar, under Basugaon police station limits, Kokrajhar district, on July 25. Two Chinese hand grenades were seized from his possession.
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July - 25 
The Union governments’ new representative on the Kashmir issue, former Law Minister Arun Jaitley, is scheduled to hold talks with representatives of the Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) government on July 25, today. The J&K government is expected to be repres
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The Union governments’ new representative on the Kashmir issue, former Law Minister Arun Jaitley, is scheduled to hold talks with representatives of the Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) government on July 25, today. The J&K government is expected to be represented by State Minister Ghulam Mohideen Shah, while officials from the Union Home Ministry will assist Jaitley. The Union Home Ministry had, on July 22, notified the appointment of Jaitley as the Union government’s representative to hold talks with the State government and political parties there on greater devolution of powers to J&K State.
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July - 25 
Three suspected left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) were arrested and some extremist literature was recovered from them in Birbhum district, on July 25.
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Three suspected left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) were arrested and some extremist literature was recovered from them in Birbhum district, on July 25.
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July - 26 
According to a media report, the Narbal-Magam belt in Budgam district has been a stronghold of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) and Al-Badr Mujahideen in the recent past. Residents as well as official sources indicated that the killers were either from th
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According to a media report, the Narbal-Magam belt in Budgam district has been a stronghold of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) and Al-Badr Mujahideen in the recent past. Residents as well as official sources indicated that the killers were either from the HM or the Al-Badr. However, no terrorist outfit claimed has responsibility for the three political killings, thus far.
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July - 26 
According to media reports quoting police sources on July 26, two Hyniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) terrorists on their way to Bangladesh for training were arrested from the Pynursla check-post. State Director General of Police (DGP) L Sa
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According to media reports quoting police sources on July 26, two Hyniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) terrorists on their way to Bangladesh for training were arrested from the Pynursla check-post. State Director General of Police (DGP) L Sailo said the recently recruited youngsters of the terrorist group were being sent to Bangladesh for training through various routes in East and West Khasi Hills districts.
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July - 26 
According to media reports, eight persons were killed in West Tripura district, on July 26, in an ambush allegedly laid by National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists. The incident occurred at Debendra Sardarpara. A joint group of the Cent
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According to media reports, eight persons were killed in West Tripura district, on July 26, in an ambush allegedly laid by National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists. The incident occurred at Debendra Sardarpara. A joint group of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) and Tripura State Rifles (TSR) was escorting Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) field staff to the Gabordi drill site situated in the same district, when the incident occurred. The terrorists opened indiscriminate fire on the convoy. Six security force (SF) personnel and civilian driver were killed in the attack. The terrorists also looted two Self-Loading Rifles (SLRs). One of the terrorists was also killed in SFs’ retaliatory firing. Other terrorists, whose number remains unascertained, reportedly managed to escape. A search operation was launched subsequently to nab them. Further information in awaited.
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July - 26 
According to official sources, unidentified terrorists appeared in Kanthbagh village in the Narbal-Magam belt of Budgam district, on July 26, threw a cordon around the village mosque, abducted and a local-level leader of the ruling National Conferenc
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According to official sources, unidentified terrorists appeared in Kanthbagh village in the Narbal-Magam belt of Budgam district, on July 26, threw a cordon around the village mosque, abducted and a local-level leader of the ruling National Conference (NC), Mohammad Sultan Bhat, and later killed him. Half an hour later, the terrorists appeared at Bachhipora village in the same area and abducted and killed two more NC activists. In the same district, terrorists raided the house of another NC activist, Mohammad Yusuf Malla, at Sogam village in the Chadoura area. However, no loss of life or injuries was reported in this incident.
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July - 26 
Five left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG), including three women, were killed in an encounter in Dameru village, Warangal district, on July 26. Speaking to the media, district police chief Nalin Prabhat said that, during com
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Five left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG), including three women, were killed in an encounter in Dameru village, Warangal district, on July 26. Speaking to the media, district police chief Nalin Prabhat said that, during combing operations, a special police team spotted the Naxalites who were holding a meeting and asked them to surrender. But they opened fire and in retaliatory firing by the police five of the Naxalites were killed. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered from the encounter-site.
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July - 26 July - 27
Left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) killed a Telugu Desam Party (TDP) activist at Birsaipet village, Kurnool district, on July 26 night. Reports said the Naxalites had beaten up the victim earlier, in 1997, branding him a
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Left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG) killed a Telugu Desam Party (TDP) activist at Birsaipet village, Kurnool district, on July 26 night. Reports said the Naxalites had beaten up the victim earlier, in 1997, branding him a police informer. Besides, in Nandyal in the same district, the Naxalites, on July 27, shot at and critically injured two landlords.
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July - 26 
Manipur Chief Minister (CM) Okram Ibobi Singh blamed the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) for collecting "vehicle tax" amounting to Rs 2 to 3 crores annually from vehicles carrying essential items into Manipur through th
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Manipur Chief Minister (CM) Okram Ibobi Singh blamed the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) for collecting "vehicle tax" amounting to Rs 2 to 3 crores annually from vehicles carrying essential items into Manipur through the Imphal-Dimapur-Guwahati National Highway 39 and the Imphal-Jiribam-Silchar National Highway 53. He was replying to a question in the State Legislative Assembly on July 26.
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July - 26 
Media reports quoting unnamed Army sources said on July 26 that latest radio intercepts indicated that Pakistan-based terrorists were preparing for major strikes in Jammu and Kashmir in August 2002. According to Army intelligence reports, as many as
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Media reports quoting unnamed Army sources said on July 26 that latest radio intercepts indicated that Pakistan-based terrorists were preparing for major strikes in Jammu and Kashmir in August 2002. According to Army intelligence reports, as many as 500 Al Qaeda terrorists were camping in Pakistan’s Northern Areas like Gultari. They are in close contact with terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) stationed at different ‘‘launch pads’’ along the Line of Control (LoC) in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), reports claimed. Reports further said radio communication showed that orders had been issued to terrorist cadres in J&K to launch massive action in August. The aim will be to spread terror by targeting the ongoing Amarnath Yatra (a famous Hindu religious annual pilgrimage) and the Independence Day function on August 15.
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July - 26 
Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga, on July 26, met with Deputy Prime Minister LK Advani in New Delhi and had a detailed discussion on the ongoing Naga peace process. Details of the discussion are yet not known. Official sources said he urged Advani
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Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga, on July 26, met with Deputy Prime Minister LK Advani in New Delhi and had a detailed discussion on the ongoing Naga peace process. Details of the discussion are yet not known. Official sources said he urged Advani to expedite shifting the Assam Rifles offices from the heart of Aizawl town to nearby Zokhawsang and to immediately create a separate cadre of Union services for Mizoram
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July - 26 
NLFT terrorists also abducted three Tripura health department employees from the Lefunga health camp in the same district, in a separate incident on the same day. Police were searching the area to rescue the captives when reports last came in.
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NLFT terrorists also abducted three Tripura health department employees from the Lefunga health camp in the same district, in a separate incident on the same day. Police were searching the area to rescue the captives when reports last came in.
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July - 26 
One more terrorist, identified as Waseem Bhai, was killed in an encounter at Bon Watsar in the Handwara area of Kupwara district.
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One more terrorist, identified as Waseem Bhai, was killed in an encounter at Bon Watsar in the Handwara area of Kupwara district.
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July - 26 
Reports from south Kashmir said that SFs killed two terrorists of the HM in an encounter at Mohammadpora village in Kulgam area. Two SF personnel were also killed in this encounter.
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Reports from south Kashmir said that SFs killed two terrorists of the HM in an encounter at Mohammadpora village in Kulgam area. Two SF personnel were also killed in this encounter.
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July - 26 
Security forces, during counter-terrorism operations, ran into a group of terrorists, who had kidnapped three local boys of Kishtwar district and were reportedly forcing them to join their ranks. Consequent to an encounter in a forest area of Kishtwa
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Security forces, during counter-terrorism operations, ran into a group of terrorists, who had kidnapped three local boys of Kishtwar district and were reportedly forcing them to join their ranks. Consequent to an encounter in a forest area of Kishtwar, SF personnel succeeded in rescuing the three boys, while the terrorists, numbering four to five, managed to escape.
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July - 26 
SFs carried out a search operation in the Konyani forest area of Poonch district and destroyed a hideout of the Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorist outfit. While the terrorists managed to escape, SF personnel recovered 19 rounds of ammuni
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SFs carried out a search operation in the Konyani forest area of Poonch district and destroyed a hideout of the Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorist outfit. While the terrorists managed to escape, SF personnel recovered 19 rounds of ammunition, six hand grenades, 76 AK rounds, 26 Pika rounds and two bags from the hideout.
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July - 26 
SFs detected and defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at Gurmul village, approximately 15km from Doda, on July 26.
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SFs detected and defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at Gurmul village, approximately 15km from Doda, on July 26.
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July - 26 
Sharing India’s concern over cross-border terrorism from Pakistan, the European Union (EU), on July 26, expressed the hope that terrorist outfits would not disrupt the October 2002 elections in Jammu and Kashmir. Visiting EU representative Javier So
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Sharing India’s concern over cross-border terrorism from Pakistan, the European Union (EU), on July 26, expressed the hope that terrorist outfits would not disrupt the October 2002 elections in Jammu and Kashmir. Visiting EU representative Javier Solana, during talks with External Affairs Minister Yashwant Sinha, said the EU recognized the validity of the requirement that infiltration and cross-border terrorism must be permanently ended. He stressed that terrorists should not disrupt the election process and the exercise of democratic choice.
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July - 26 
Speaking to media persons in Siliguri on July 26, North Bengal the Inspector General of Police (IGP) said the Al Qaeda, Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) could try to strike in North Bengal any time and Independence Day (August 15)
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Speaking to media persons in Siliguri on July 26, North Bengal the Inspector General of Police (IGP) said the Al Qaeda, Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) could try to strike in North Bengal any time and Independence Day (August 15) could be an occasion. He said, "Inputs from Intelligence agencies and other sources indicate so." He said fundamentalist groups had set up training camps in Bangladesh, which shares about a 1,700km-border with North Bengal. "The fanatics, with help from Pakistan’s ISI (Inter Services Intelligence, the external intelligence agency of Pakistan), have set up contacts in Nepal too."
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July - 26 
The Naga Hoho (apex body of the Naga tribes) Co-ordination Committee has expressed deep concern over the re-emergence of internecine clashes in Nagaland and urged ‘national workers’ to "immediately stop all hostilities." According to media reports o
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The Naga Hoho (apex body of the Naga tribes) Co-ordination Committee has expressed deep concern over the re-emergence of internecine clashes in Nagaland and urged ‘national workers’ to "immediately stop all hostilities." According to media reports of July 26, Naga Hoho President M Vero and Convenor Niketu Iralu, at the meeting held in Dimapur, said six persons of various terrorist groups had been killed in internecine conflict within one week. Attended by 20 members representing various social and mass-based organisations, the meeting appreciated the Union government’s determination to bring about an end to the conflict. It also reportedly reiterated unanimously the need to observe August 9 as the ‘national prayer day’.
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July - 26 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang (NSCN-K) reportedly warned the Union government that reaching any agreement with the rival NSCN-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) would not resolve the Naga political problem. Separately, the ‘commander’ of t
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang (NSCN-K) reportedly warned the Union government that reaching any agreement with the rival NSCN-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) would not resolve the Naga political problem. Separately, the ‘commander’ of the NSCN-K’s Naga Army 3rd brigade, Kumthongba, appealed to all Nagas––the Naga National Council (NNC), the Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN) and the Sumis and Lothas of the NSCN-IM––to reconsider their support to Th Muivah.
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July - 26 
The overnight encounter between terrorists and security forces (SFs) at the residence of an NC Block president in Budgam has claimed the lives of two terrorists. Official sources said SFs had launched a cordon-and-search operation in Galwanpora villa
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The overnight encounter between terrorists and security forces (SFs) at the residence of an NC Block president in Budgam has claimed the lives of two terrorists. Official sources said SFs had launched a cordon-and-search operation in Galwanpora village, near Budgam, after receiving information that a group of Al-Badr terrorists were present at the residence of the NC’s Block president, Ghulam Mohiuddin Mir. Separately, a group of approximately five terrorists abducted and later killed a civilian at Sangiot village in the Mendhar area of Poonch district. The terrorists subsequently escaped.
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July - 26 
Two unidentified terrorists killed a former security force personnel in his house at Sharod village in the Prem Nagar area of Doda district. Media reports said he was engaged as a Special Police Officer (SPO) with the Prem Nagar police post. However,
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Two unidentified terrorists killed a former security force personnel in his house at Sharod village in the Prem Nagar area of Doda district. Media reports said he was engaged as a Special Police Officer (SPO) with the Prem Nagar police post. However, no arrests had been made so far in connection with the incident.
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July - 26 
Upanayan Jamatiya, a local-level Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) leader, had been killed by terrorists of the same outfit at Singlumbari under Taidu police station limits of South Tripura district, on July 24. While police were investigating
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Upanayan Jamatiya, a local-level Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) leader, had been killed by terrorists of the same outfit at Singlumbari under Taidu police station limits of South Tripura district, on July 24. While police were investigating into the matter, CPI-M cadres observed a dawn to dusk bandh (general shut down) in the district on July 26 to protest this killing. No violence was reported during the bandh.
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July - 27 
26 Pakistanis reportedly sneaked into the northern Indian State of Uttar Pradesh (UP) through the border with Nepal and a high security alert has been sounded. "Pakistani nationals, numbering 26, entered Uttar Pradesh from Nepal and are reported miss
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26 Pakistanis reportedly sneaked into the northern Indian State of Uttar Pradesh (UP) through the border with Nepal and a high security alert has been sounded. "Pakistani nationals, numbering 26, entered Uttar Pradesh from Nepal and are reported missing," Gorakhpur Inspector General of Police (IGP) Malkiyat Singh said in Baharaich, UP, on July 27. All police stations in the border districts in Gorakhpur zone have been alerted and instructed to track them, he said. Apprehending mischief by the Pakistanis, the IGP indicated that the services of different intelligence agencies have also been requested to locate them.
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July - 27 
A media report of July 27 said a large group of National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB) terrorists have sneaked into Barpeta district of Assam from their camps in Bhutan, following the camps being heavily infested with malaria.
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A media report of July 27 said a large group of National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB) terrorists have sneaked into Barpeta district of Assam from their camps in Bhutan, following the camps being heavily infested with malaria.
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July - 27 
According to media reports, five persons were killed in separate terrorist attacks on July 27 in Tripura.
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According to media reports, five persons were killed in separate terrorist attacks on July 27 in Tripura.
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July - 27 
According to media reports, two Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN) terrorists and another belonging to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Isak-Muivah)—(NSCN-IM) were injured in internecine clashes in Tuensang, Nagaland, on July 27.
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According to media reports, two Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN) terrorists and another belonging to the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Isak-Muivah)—(NSCN-IM) were injured in internecine clashes in Tuensang, Nagaland, on July 27.
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July - 27 
According to media reports, unidentified terrorists killed a person in Chakihola, Karbi Anglong district, on July 27. Details of the incident are awaited.
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According to media reports, unidentified terrorists killed a person in Chakihola, Karbi Anglong district, on July 27. Details of the incident are awaited.
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July - 27 
Eight Naxalites of the PWG, including two ‘commanders’ and a ‘deputy commander’, surrendered before State police chief P Ramulu in Hyderabad, on July 27. Official sources said two of the surrendered Naxalites carried a reward of Rs 2 lakh on their he
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Eight Naxalites of the PWG, including two ‘commanders’ and a ‘deputy commander’, surrendered before State police chief P Ramulu in Hyderabad, on July 27. Official sources said two of the surrendered Naxalites carried a reward of Rs 2 lakh on their head. Speaking on the occasion, Ramulu said the increasing number of surrenders by Naxalites was a clear indication that people were shunning them and no more willing to support their activities. Under such circumstances, the PWG had no other option but to negotiate peace, he noted.
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July - 27 
Four civilians were killed and three others injured as unidentified terrorists set-off a grenade blast in the main market in Badgam on July 27. No terrorist group has claimed responsibility for the blast, thus far.
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Four civilians were killed and three others injured as unidentified terrorists set-off a grenade blast in the main market in Badgam on July 27. No terrorist group has claimed responsibility for the blast, thus far.
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July - 27 
India said its ‘very legitimate’ concerns about Pakistan and its role in fomenting terrorism in India had been conveyed to Powell, during talks on July 27 evening. Speaking to the media, a Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson said Powell, who me
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India said its ‘very legitimate’ concerns about Pakistan and its role in fomenting terrorism in India had been conveyed to Powell, during talks on July 27 evening. Speaking to the media, a Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson said Powell, who met with External Affairs Minister Yashwant Sinha, was able to make first-hand assessment of where India stood on these issues. She said, "He was appreciative of our holding free and fair elections in Jammu and Kashmir and emphasised that these elections should take place without interruption or violence... There was understanding and convergence of views between the two sides on the need to fight terrorism in a global manner.''
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July - 27 
Media reports quoting police sources said unidentified gunmen killed a person on July 27 night on Thoubal Wangmataba College road, under Thoubal police station limits. Reports held that the deceased was sympathiser of a terrorist group and was enlarg
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Media reports quoting police sources said unidentified gunmen killed a person on July 27 night on Thoubal Wangmataba College road, under Thoubal police station limits. Reports held that the deceased was sympathiser of a terrorist group and was enlarged on bail. Reports, however, made no mention of name of the group the deceased was affiliated to.
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July - 27 
Pakistan's external intelligence agency, Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), has reportedly intensified its activities in the Northeast. Quoting the Assam Rifles (AR) Deputy Inspector General (DIG), Mizoram and Barak Valley Range, media reports said s
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Pakistan's external intelligence agency, Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), has reportedly intensified its activities in the Northeast. Quoting the Assam Rifles (AR) Deputy Inspector General (DIG), Mizoram and Barak Valley Range, media reports said security forces maintaining vigil. The DIG reportedly said, on July 27, in Silchar, "Following intensified security conditions in Jammu and Kashmir, the ISI is concentrating on the North East to expand its activities". He also said that AR was also keeping a watch on the movement of Chin infiltrators through the Mizoram border.
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July - 27 
Security forces (SFs) destroyed a terrorist hideout and recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition at Bhawan Rajwar in Kupwara district, north Kashmir, on July 27. The recoveries included 200 under barrel grenades, 250 hand grenades, nine AK assa
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Security forces (SFs) destroyed a terrorist hideout and recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition at Bhawan Rajwar in Kupwara district, north Kashmir, on July 27. The recoveries included 200 under barrel grenades, 250 hand grenades, nine AK assault rifles, two rocket projectile guns and 4,000 rounds of AK rifle ammunition.
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July - 27 
suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists, on July 27, killed one of the two persons they had taken captive in North Tripura district. The two had been abducted from Ganganagar village earlier in the day. Police were investigat
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suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists, on July 27, killed one of the two persons they had taken captive in North Tripura district. The two had been abducted from Ganganagar village earlier in the day. Police were investigating into the incident when reports last came in.
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July - 27 
The Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen (JuM), on July 27, threatened to kill anyone who would take part in the forthcoming Legislative Assembly elections in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). The group also claimed responsibility for killing three member
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The Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen (JuM), on July 27, threatened to kill anyone who would take part in the forthcoming Legislative Assembly elections in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). The group also claimed responsibility for killing three members of the ruling party in J&K, the National Conference (NC), on July 26. While making this claim, a JuM spokesperson said all active participants in the elections due in October 2002 were now its targets.
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July - 28 
A left-wing extremist—Naxalite—of the People’s War Group (PWG) was killed in an encounter in the hillocks near Chandra Rajupalem village, Guntur district, on July 28. Police sources said the slain Naxalite and his colleagues of the Belamkond guerrill
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A left-wing extremist—Naxalite—of the People’s War Group (PWG) was killed in an encounter in the hillocks near Chandra Rajupalem village, Guntur district, on July 28. Police sources said the slain Naxalite and his colleagues of the Belamkond guerrilla squad were spotted by a police party during a combing operation. On being asked to surrender, the Naxalites opened fire and hurled hand grenades. The Naxalite was killed in retaliatory fire, while others managed to escape.
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July - 28 
A special team of Hoshiarpur police arrested a terrorist of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) from his house in Muda village, Gurdaspur district, on July 28. Speaking at a press conference in Hoshiarpur, the Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP), Jalandh
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A special team of Hoshiarpur police arrested a terrorist of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) from his house in Muda village, Gurdaspur district, on July 28. Speaking at a press conference in Hoshiarpur, the Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP), Jalandhar range, said the terrorist was involved in a bomb blast in Hoshiarpur and was among those who attacked Army personnel at Damtal, in which three troops were killed. He said the LeT, whose presence in Punjab has just been established, was seeking the help of Gujjars to commit crimes as well as for harbouring cadre.
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According to delayed media reports quoting Nongpok Keithelmanbi village authorities, the Kuki Liberation Army (KLA) on July 28 and 29 burnt down several buildings of the Irrigation and Flood Control Department located at Nongpok Keithelmanbi, approxi
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According to delayed media reports quoting Nongpok Keithelmanbi village authorities, the Kuki Liberation Army (KLA) on July 28 and 29 burnt down several buildings of the Irrigation and Flood Control Department located at Nongpok Keithelmanbi, approximately 15 kms north of the Yairipok police station.
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July - 28 
According to media reports of July 28, Meghalaya police, together with the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Assam Police have launched a massive operation in East and West Garo Hills and the neighbouring border areas of Assam to flush out terr
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According to media reports of July 28, Meghalaya police, together with the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Assam Police have launched a massive operation in East and West Garo Hills and the neighbouring border areas of Assam to flush out terrorists. Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC), National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists are believed to have entered the area from camps in Bhutan. The operation, launched on July 24, is reportedly being conducted in Tikrikilla, Chibinang, Bajengdoba, Mendipather and Songsak areas.
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July - 28 
Addressing a press conference in New Delhi, on July 28, during his now concluded visit, US Secretary of State Collin Powell said Kashmir was on the international agenda and favoured independent observers to monitor the forthcoming State Legislative A
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Addressing a press conference in New Delhi, on July 28, during his now concluded visit, US Secretary of State Collin Powell said Kashmir was on the international agenda and favoured independent observers to monitor the forthcoming State Legislative Assembly elections in the State to enhance their credibility. Asked about Pakistan president Pervez Musharraf’s claim in Islamabad that infiltration into Jammu and Kashmir has stopped, Powell said, "President Musharraf has pledged to end it (infiltration) on a permanent basis. I look forward to discussing this with President Musharraf in detail.''
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July - 28 
Addressing a press conference in New Delhi, on July 28, visiting US Secretary of State Colin Powell said the United States wants the upcoming elections in Jammu and Kashmir to be held in a peaceful manner. This would be the ‘first step towards a broa
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Addressing a press conference in New Delhi, on July 28, visiting US Secretary of State Colin Powell said the United States wants the upcoming elections in Jammu and Kashmir to be held in a peaceful manner. This would be the ‘first step towards a broader dialogue’ on the Kashmir issue between India and Pakistan, he said.
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July - 28 
India rejected any formal international fact-finding mission to monitor the forthcoming elections in Jammu and Kashmir but said it had no objection to diplomats, journalists and visitors going to witness the polls. India’s position was made clear dur
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India rejected any formal international fact-finding mission to monitor the forthcoming elections in Jammu and Kashmir but said it had no objection to diplomats, journalists and visitors going to witness the polls. India’s position was made clear during talks between Indian leaders and Powell.
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July - 28 
Meghalaya Director General of Police (DGP) L. Sailo admitted that Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) was operating a spy network in the capital Shillong. Referring to the arrest of an Assam Rifles personnel on charges of spying for the ISI,
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Meghalaya Director General of Police (DGP) L. Sailo admitted that Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) was operating a spy network in the capital Shillong. Referring to the arrest of an Assam Rifles personnel on charges of spying for the ISI, the DGP said "The arrested Assam Rifles man was a low-level functionary, and therefore, his access to important documents or information was limited".
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July - 28 
Police foiled a plan by left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) to attack Kalimela police station, Malkangiri district, on July 26. Speaking to the media on July 28, the district police chief said Orissa Special Armed Police pe
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Police foiled a plan by left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) to attack Kalimela police station, Malkangiri district, on July 26. Speaking to the media on July 28, the district police chief said Orissa Special Armed Police personnel detected the Naxalites while they were preparing for the attack. The police fired about nine rounds at the Naxalites. "However the guerrillas (Naxalites) did not retaliate owing to their small numbers and escaped into the forest", he said.
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July - 28 
Provisions of the cease-fire agreement between the Government of India and the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) in Assam are expected to come into force from August 1, 2002, reports said. A media report of July 28, quoting UPDS general se
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Provisions of the cease-fire agreement between the Government of India and the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) in Assam are expected to come into force from August 1, 2002, reports said. A media report of July 28, quoting UPDS general secretary Haren Singh Bey, said they are similar to the truce terms between the government and the Bodo Liberation Tiger (BLT). Haren Bey was also quoted as saying that a majority of Karbi people favoured talks and believed that the Karbi issue can be resolved 'within the framework of the Indian Constitution'. The truce terms include a cease-fire monitoring committee comprising representatives of the UPDS, Assam State government and the Union government. Resettlement of UPDS cadres is also part of the agreement. Half the cadres would be resettled in Diphu, headquarters of Karbi Anglong district, while the rest would stay at other designated camps in the district.
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July - 28 
Suspected All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) terrorists in Belcherra village, West Tripura district abducted and killed four persons. The victims were the kin of a surrendered ATTF terrorist.
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Suspected All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) terrorists in Belcherra village, West Tripura district abducted and killed four persons. The victims were the kin of a surrendered ATTF terrorist.
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July - 28 
Terrorists killed two civilians and injured a woman in two separate incidents in Thanna Mandi and Surankote towns of Rajouri and Poonch districts, respectively, on July 28. According to official sources, a group of four Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terroris
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Terrorists killed two civilians and injured a woman in two separate incidents in Thanna Mandi and Surankote towns of Rajouri and Poonch districts, respectively, on July 28. According to official sources, a group of four Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists, reportedly led by a foreign mercenary, killed a civilian and injured his mother at their house in Kot Behrot village, Thanna Mandi police station limits, Rajouri district.
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July - 28 
The Manager of the Karaikudi Railway Station, Madurai district, reportedly received a letter threatening to blow up the station if Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) leader Vaiko was not released from jail. Official sources said, the lett
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The Manager of the Karaikudi Railway Station, Madurai district, reportedly received a letter threatening to blow up the station if Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) leader Vaiko was not released from jail. Official sources said, the letter, signed by the People’s Liberation Movement (PLM), also wanted the Union government to repeal the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) and release "militant friends of Al Umma and the Jehad Committee" who were in jail. The letter, received on July 27, warned that bombs would be blasted at different places from Tiruchirapalli to Karaikudi to press for their demands. Security at the Karaikudi station has been tightened and other railway stations have been alerted.
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July - 28 
Three unidentified terrorists abducted a civilian from his house in Morha Bachai, in Surankote, Poonch district, took him to a forest area and reportedly tortured him to death.
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Three unidentified terrorists abducted a civilian from his house in Morha Bachai, in Surankote, Poonch district, took him to a forest area and reportedly tortured him to death.
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July - 29 
A school teacher was critically injured while Chityal Mandal Parishad (local body) president L Laxman Naik escaped unhurt when left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), opened fire at them in the Subedari area in Warangal, on J
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A school teacher was critically injured while Chityal Mandal Parishad (local body) president L Laxman Naik escaped unhurt when left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), opened fire at them in the Subedari area in Warangal, on July 29 night.
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July - 29 
A terrorist was found dead in a mosque at Batal Mohalla village, Doda police station limits, on July 29. He was identified as Mohammed Sikander alias Irfan Zaki, a resident of Briswana, Doda district. Official sources said the terrorist was injured i
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A terrorist was found dead in a mosque at Batal Mohalla village, Doda police station limits, on July 29. He was identified as Mohammed Sikander alias Irfan Zaki, a resident of Briswana, Doda district. Official sources said the terrorist was injured in an encounter with SFs in the Batal forests a few days back; he had managed to escape during the encounter.
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July - 29 
According to media reports, an ammunition dump of left-wing extremists, Naxalites the of People’s War Group (PWG), was unearthed in Bandapalem village, seven kilometres from Lankapaakalu Visakhapatnam district, on July 29. Five landmines, a gelatine
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According to media reports, an ammunition dump of left-wing extremists, Naxalites the of People’s War Group (PWG), was unearthed in Bandapalem village, seven kilometres from Lankapaakalu Visakhapatnam district, on July 29. Five landmines, a gelatine stick and two bundles of electric wire were found in the dump.
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July - 29 
According to official sources, security forces (SFs) intercepted a group of infiltrating terrorists at Sonpindi Gali, Machhil sector, Kupwara district, on July 29, and in the ensuing encounter two of them were killed while the others managed to escap
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According to official sources, security forces (SFs) intercepted a group of infiltrating terrorists at Sonpindi Gali, Machhil sector, Kupwara district, on July 29, and in the ensuing encounter two of them were killed while the others managed to escape. One of the slain terrorists has been identified as Awrang Tabish of Muzaffarabad, Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK).
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July - 29 
According to official sources, the death toll in the July 29-encounter at Mehrot, in Surankote, Poonch district, rose to three with two security force (SF) personnel succumbing to their injuries. The group of approximately eight terrorists that had a
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According to official sources, the death toll in the July 29-encounter at Mehrot, in Surankote, Poonch district, rose to three with two security force (SF) personnel succumbing to their injuries. The group of approximately eight terrorists that had attacked the SFs, however, managed to escape despite an operation launched by SFs in the Mehrot forest area.
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July - 29 
Another group of infiltrating terrorists was intercepted by SF personnel at Eagle Post, Karnah sector, close to the Line of Control (LoC). In the encounter that followed, a terrorist was killed while the others escaped. Meanwhile, unidentified terror
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Another group of infiltrating terrorists was intercepted by SF personnel at Eagle Post, Karnah sector, close to the Line of Control (LoC). In the encounter that followed, a terrorist was killed while the others escaped. Meanwhile, unidentified terrorists in Kunzar, Tangmarg, killed an activist of the ruling National Conference (NC). Separately, terrorists at Dyalgam in Anantnag district injured a civilian.
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July - 29 
Another terrorist was killed by SFs in the Gool area, Udhampur district. An AK rifle with some ammunition was recovered from his possession.
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Another terrorist was killed by SFs in the Gool area, Udhampur district. An AK rifle with some ammunition was recovered from his possession.
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July - 29 
At Nagri Malpora, Kupwara district, SFs recovered the dead body of a terrorist who was reportedly killed in an encounter on July 21.
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At Nagri Malpora, Kupwara district, SFs recovered the dead body of a terrorist who was reportedly killed in an encounter on July 21.
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July - 29 
Delayed report said All Assam Students' Union (AASU) Sivasagar district unit president Kushal Dutta was arrested, on July 29 for his alleged links with the ULFA and involvement in extortion from local businessmen.
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Delayed report said All Assam Students' Union (AASU) Sivasagar district unit president Kushal Dutta was arrested, on July 29 for his alleged links with the ULFA and involvement in extortion from local businessmen.
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July - 29 
Four United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in an encounter with security force (SF) personnel in Assam's Nalbari district on July 29. According to media reports, they were killed at Parakuchi near Ghaghrapar. The slain terrori
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Four United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in an encounter with security force (SF) personnel in Assam's Nalbari district on July 29. According to media reports, they were killed at Parakuchi near Ghaghrapar. The slain terrorists included a self-styled 'lieutenant' and a woman cadre. Seizures made following the encounter included a Universal Machine Gun (UMG), a .32 revolver, three grenades, an improvised explosive device weighing approximately 10 kg, a large quantity of ammunition and some incriminating documents. SFs suspect that the group was in the region for pre-Independence Day (August 15) subversive activities.
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July - 29 
Hoakip, an Assam Rifles personnel arrested earlier, on June 10, in Manipur, revealed to police that he had supplied arms to the Maoist insurgents in Nepal, a media report on July 29 said. He was an important conduit between arms dealers of Manipur an
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Hoakip, an Assam Rifles personnel arrested earlier, on June 10, in Manipur, revealed to police that he had supplied arms to the Maoist insurgents in Nepal, a media report on July 29 said. He was an important conduit between arms dealers of Manipur and the Maoist insurgents and was sending consignments of AKs to Kathmandu, the report claimed. It added that consignments had already been sent to Nepal. Hoakip also met with Maoist leader Pushpa Kamal Dahal at Ankot village, Kavre district, in Nepal, and was reportedly assisted by a retired Assam Rifles personnel. Quoting a highly placed intelligence source the report said "Mostly the arms come from Bangladesh and Myanmar and pass through Mizoram, before reaching the militants of the region." Hoakip was originally arrested for his links with Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, the Inter Services Intelligence.
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July - 29 
Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blew up a police station in Pauna village, Bhojpur district, on July 29. However, there were no casualties, police said.
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Left-wing extremists—Naxalites—of the People’s War Group (PWG) blew up a police station in Pauna village, Bhojpur district, on July 29. However, there were no casualties, police said.
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July - 29 
Official sources in south Kashmir indicated that an unidentified terrorist hurled a grenade at a Border Security Force (BSF) patrol party at Rajpora Chowk, Pulwama, on July 29. However, it missed the target and exploded on the road injuring 15 civili
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Official sources in south Kashmir indicated that an unidentified terrorist hurled a grenade at a Border Security Force (BSF) patrol party at Rajpora Chowk, Pulwama, on July 29. However, it missed the target and exploded on the road injuring 15 civilians, including some women and children. No terrorist group has claimed responsibility, thus far, for the incident.
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July - 29 
Official sources said a group of three terrorists abducted five civilians from Mangota village, under Thanna Mandi police station limits. The terrorists took the civilians to an isolated field and reportedly tortured them. While one civilian was kill
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Official sources said a group of three terrorists abducted five civilians from Mangota village, under Thanna Mandi police station limits. The terrorists took the civilians to an isolated field and reportedly tortured them. While one civilian was killed in the process, the rest managed to escape. Quoting those who survived, sources said the terrorists blamed them for the death of two terrorists in an encounter in Thanna Mandi in April 2002.
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July - 29 
SF personnel killed a front-ranking terrorist of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) at a hideout in Mamankot village, Chasana, Udhampur district. Recoveries made from the hideout included a pistol with two magazines and nine rounds, two magazines and 287 ro
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SF personnel killed a front-ranking terrorist of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) at a hideout in Mamankot village, Chasana, Udhampur district. Recoveries made from the hideout included a pistol with two magazines and nine rounds, two magazines and 287 rounds of AK, a pouch, 14 electronic detonators, four hand grenades, binoculars and a diary. The slain HM cadre, Shamsheer Khan, was reportedly the most-wanted terrorist operating in Mahore.
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July - 29 
SF personnel was killed in an encounter in Marhot area, Surankote. The encounter was continuing when reports last came in.
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SF personnel was killed in an encounter in Marhot area, Surankote. The encounter was continuing when reports last came in.
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July - 29 
The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist outfit, on July 29, said holding elections to the Legislative Assembly in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir is not a solution to the Kashmir issue. This was stated in response to US Secretary of State Colin
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The Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorist outfit, on July 29, said holding elections to the Legislative Assembly in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir is not a solution to the Kashmir issue. This was stated in response to US Secretary of State Colin Powell's comment during his just concluded visit to New Delhi and Islamabad that Kashmir was an international issue. HM spokesperson Salim Hashmi said, in Muzaffarabad, "We are fully convinced that elections can in no way lead to the solution of Kashmir problem. India is holding them to form a local administration in the occupied territory and the exercise has nothing to do with the settlement of the longstanding dispute. We have rejected the polls in the past and we reject them this time as well."
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July - 29 
The United Jehad Council (UJC), a conglomerate of 15 Pakistan-based terrorist groups, indicated on July 29, in Muzaffarabad, they had closed down training camps in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) reportedly at the orders of President Pervez Musharraf
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The United Jehad Council (UJC), a conglomerate of 15 Pakistan-based terrorist groups, indicated on July 29, in Muzaffarabad, they had closed down training camps in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) reportedly at the orders of President Pervez Musharraf. The UJC has also reportedly claimed that cross-border infiltration of terrorists into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) had stopped. A media report quoting Tehreek-e-Jihad cadres said police in PoK were checking vehicles leading to the border, besides preventing terrorists from crossing the Line of Control (LoC).
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July - 29 
Unidentified terrorists in Aloosa, Bandipore, abducted and later killed a woman.
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Unidentified terrorists in Aloosa, Bandipore, abducted and later killed a woman.
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July - 29 
United National Liberation Front (UNLF), that operates mainly in Manipur, and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) that is active in Assam have decided to launch 'joint operations' in both the States, media reports, quoting a July 29-statement of t
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United National Liberation Front (UNLF), that operates mainly in Manipur, and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) that is active in Assam have decided to launch 'joint operations' in both the States, media reports, quoting a July 29-statement of the UNLF, said. The statement also said that UNLF's armed wing, Manipur People's Army (MPA), in association with the ULFA had attacked a security convoy at Jirighat area in Assam's Cachar district on July 16.
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July - 30 
A ‘district commander’ of the Al-Badr outfit, namely Mansoor Ahmed alias Zabihullah of Multan, Pakistan, was killed in an encounter in Kreeri Nowpora in the Dooru locality of Anantnag. A civilian of the same village sustained injuries in the encounte
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A ‘district commander’ of the Al-Badr outfit, namely Mansoor Ahmed alias Zabihullah of Multan, Pakistan, was killed in an encounter in Kreeri Nowpora in the Dooru locality of Anantnag. A civilian of the same village sustained injuries in the encounter.
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July - 30 
A boy was abducted and later killed in Kupwara district.
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A boy was abducted and later killed in Kupwara district.
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July - 30 
A conduit of left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), was arrested in Midnapore, on July 30. Speaking to the media, the district police chief said the conduit also used to extort money from villagers for the PWG. The district
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A conduit of left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), was arrested in Midnapore, on July 30. Speaking to the media, the district police chief said the conduit also used to extort money from villagers for the PWG. The district police chief further disclosed that four suspected PWG Naxalites were arrested in the district in the last four days.
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July - 30 
According to a media report of July 30, various terrorist outfits from the Northeast have given an Independence Day (August 15) boycott call. Without detailing names of the outfits, the report said security arrangements have been strengthened in vari
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According to a media report of July 30, various terrorist outfits from the Northeast have given an Independence Day (August 15) boycott call. Without detailing names of the outfits, the report said security arrangements have been strengthened in various parts of Assam.
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July - 30 
According to media reports of July 30, "controller, immigration and infiltration department’, NSCN-K, while urging those unwilling to obtain permits leave the State, warned ‘defaulters’ of severe penalty. The NSCN-K urged the Assam government to take
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According to media reports of July 30, "controller, immigration and infiltration department’, NSCN-K, while urging those unwilling to obtain permits leave the State, warned ‘defaulters’ of severe penalty. The NSCN-K urged the Assam government to take serious steps to check the influx and blamed its laxity. The NSCN-K, on July 14, had announced its decision to introduce the TRP to check illegal migration, particularly of Muslims from Bangladesh.
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July - 30 
According to media reports on July 30, police in Karimnagar and Warangal districts decided to seek the help of several human rights organisations to stop recruitment of children into left-wing extremist cadres. Acting on a directive of the National H
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According to media reports on July 30, police in Karimnagar and Warangal districts decided to seek the help of several human rights organisations to stop recruitment of children into left-wing extremist cadres. Acting on a directive of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), police rescued a girl child in Kataram mandal (administrative unit), Karimnagar district, from Naxalites of the of People’s War Group (PWG). Reportedly, many children have forcibly been recruited into PWG squads in Karimnagar and Nizamabad districts.
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July - 30 
According to media reports, the Union Government has denied the possibility of joint operations with neighbouring countries against terrorist outfits of the Northeast, in the near future. Outfits including the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) a
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According to media reports, the Union Government has denied the possibility of joint operations with neighbouring countries against terrorist outfits of the Northeast, in the near future. Outfits including the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), among others, allegedly maintain hideouts in Bhutan, Bangladesh and Myanmar. Media reports in the past had indicated that India was considering separate security operations with the respective countries within their territories. Deputy Prime Minister L. K. Advani, in a reply to a question in the Lok Sabha (India's Lower House of Parliament), on July 30, said there were no such proposals.
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July - 30 
An NDFB terrorist who was arrested by the Assam police under, Panery police station limits, Darrang district on July 30, has reportedly confessed that the outfit was responsible for the killing of All Assam Students' Union (AASU) leader Ranjit Das. T
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An NDFB terrorist who was arrested by the Assam police under, Panery police station limits, Darrang district on July 30, has reportedly confessed that the outfit was responsible for the killing of All Assam Students' Union (AASU) leader Ranjit Das. The AASU leader had been killed in Harisinga on July 18 allegedly because his father failed to pay the ransom demanded by the NDFB.
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July - 30 
In their first strike on Amarnath pilgrims (Amarnath Yatra is a famous, annual Hindu religious pilgrimage) this year, two persons were killed and five others injured when a car was blown up in a grenade blast in Anantnag, on July 30. Official sources
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In their first strike on Amarnath pilgrims (Amarnath Yatra is a famous, annual Hindu religious pilgrimage) this year, two persons were killed and five others injured when a car was blown up in a grenade blast in Anantnag, on July 30. Official sources said an unidentified terrorist hurled a grenade into the car at Lazbal, outskirts of Anantnag town, on the Khanabal-Pahalgam road. No terrorist group has claimed responsibility thus far for the incident.
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July - 30 
On July 30, Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh tabled in the State Legislative Assembly the report of the Upendra Commission of Inquiry into incidents of June 18 and July 20, 2001. The Commission was appointed following the killing of 15 peop
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On July 30, Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh tabled in the State Legislative Assembly the report of the Upendra Commission of Inquiry into incidents of June 18 and July 20, 2001. The Commission was appointed following the killing of 15 people in police firing on protestors who were demonstrating against the territorial extension of the cease-fire between the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) and the Union government. The report made 27 recommendations, which include up-gradation of police weaponry and establishment of trained rapid action squads. The Commission reportedly made certain significant observations on the failure of the intelligence wing of the police department.
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July - 30 
Outgoing General Officer Commanding (GOC) of 4 Corps Lt Gen. J.S. Varma opined that 'political dialogue' with ULFA could be considered, if the outfit gave-up its demand of 'sovereign Assam'. He was speaking to journalists at the Narengi Cantonment. H
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Outgoing General Officer Commanding (GOC) of 4 Corps Lt Gen. J.S. Varma opined that 'political dialogue' with ULFA could be considered, if the outfit gave-up its demand of 'sovereign Assam'. He was speaking to journalists at the Narengi Cantonment. He said SFs were maintaining constant pressure on the outfit and 'time was ripe' for dialogue.
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July - 30 
Security Forces repulsed a terrorist attack on the Special Operations Group (SOG) Headquarters in Surankote. Official sources said terrorists had attacked with grenades the headquarters and the Surankote police station located on the same premises. T
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Security Forces repulsed a terrorist attack on the Special Operations Group (SOG) Headquarters in Surankote. Official sources said terrorists had attacked with grenades the headquarters and the Surankote police station located on the same premises. The terrorists subsequently managed to escape from the incident site.
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July - 30 
Stepping up measures to check the influx of illegal migrants from Bangladesh into Nagaland, National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang (NSCN-K) terrorists reportedly directed all Muslims, irrespective of nationality, to obtain Temporary Reside
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Stepping up measures to check the influx of illegal migrants from Bangladesh into Nagaland, National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang (NSCN-K) terrorists reportedly directed all Muslims, irrespective of nationality, to obtain Temporary Resident Permits (TRP).
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July - 30 
Suspected National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists killed seven persons, on July 30, in Assam's Kokrajhar district. Media reports said five security force (SF) personnel were killed in an ambush laid by the terrorists near Durgapur vil
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Suspected National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists killed seven persons, on July 30, in Assam's Kokrajhar district. Media reports said five security force (SF) personnel were killed in an ambush laid by the terrorists near Durgapur village. The SFs were on patrol duty when the incident occurred. Two Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) cadres were also killed, possibly by stray bullets, in the encounter. The terrorists managed to escape after the incident. Search operations were on when reports last came in.
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July - 30 
Terrorists at Gohan Wailoo village, in Kokernag, killed another civilian.
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Terrorists at Gohan Wailoo village, in Kokernag, killed another civilian.
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July - 30 
Terrorists killed a police personnel and injured three others at Police Division, Khrew, Pampore area, on July 30. The terrorists escaped later from the incident site.
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Terrorists killed a police personnel and injured three others at Police Division, Khrew, Pampore area, on July 30. The terrorists escaped later from the incident site.
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July - 30 
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) booked two left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) for their involvement in the killing of Rohats Divisional Forest Officer Sanjay Si
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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) booked two left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) for their involvement in the killing of Rohats Divisional Forest Officer Sanjay Singh, on February 15, 2002. Official sources said the two Naxalites were arrested on April 18 and June 1, 2002 respectively. The arrested Naxalites were intensively interrogated at the CBI headquarters in New Delhi. Official sources said, during interrogation the arrested Naxalites divulged the names of 12 of their associates, including the mastermind, Niralaji. In order to secure early arrest of the rest of the members of the armed squad, the CBI announced a reward of Rs 4.85 lakh.
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July - 30 
Three Pakistan-based terrorists were killed in an encounter in Sadhna Top, Kupwara district. Two of them, who were reportedly part of an infiltrating group, have been identified as Javed Barhaq and Rasheed-ud-din of Muzaffarabad, Pakistan occupied Ka
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Three Pakistan-based terrorists were killed in an encounter in Sadhna Top, Kupwara district. Two of them, who were reportedly part of an infiltrating group, have been identified as Javed Barhaq and Rasheed-ud-din of Muzaffarabad, Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK).
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July - 30 
Two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in Kamrup district in an encounter with SFs, on the same day. The encounter occurred at Rajapara village under Boko Police station limits. An AK-47 rifle and a grenade were also seized
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Two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in Kamrup district in an encounter with SFs, on the same day. The encounter occurred at Rajapara village under Boko Police station limits. An AK-47 rifle and a grenade were also seized from the slain terrorists.
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July - 30 
Unidentified terrorists killed an activist of the ruling National Conference (NC) at Lissar Chawalgam in the Kokernag area of Anantnag district.
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Unidentified terrorists killed an activist of the ruling National Conference (NC) at Lissar Chawalgam in the Kokernag area of Anantnag district.
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July - 31 
A front-ranking terrorist of the Harkat-ul-Jihad-i-Islami (HuJI) surrendered on July 31 before a police party in the Kishtwar area. He handed over a pistol, a magazine and a hand grenade at the time of his surrender.
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A front-ranking terrorist of the Harkat-ul-Jihad-i-Islami (HuJI) surrendered on July 31 before a police party in the Kishtwar area. He handed over a pistol, a magazine and a hand grenade at the time of his surrender.
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July - 31 
According to a media report of July 31, the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) is recruiting women cadres. Quoting intelligence reports, the media report further said approximately 60 girls from poor Reang families in the hill went missing s
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According to a media report of July 31, the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) is recruiting women cadres. Quoting intelligence reports, the media report further said approximately 60 girls from poor Reang families in the hill went missing since February 2002. The armed women’s wing of the NLFT is allegedly being trained under the command of Lara Darlong in Thouhanthaimaoi, Khagracherri, Bangladesh. The areas from which the NLFT 'recruits' girls include Kanchanpur and Manu in North Tripura.
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July - 31 
According to media reports of July 31, Nagaland Chief Minister S C Jamir has asked the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) not to meddle in the State’s politics, but advised it to instead concentrate on the ongoing peace proc
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According to media reports of July 31, Nagaland Chief Minister S C Jamir has asked the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) not to meddle in the State’s politics, but advised it to instead concentrate on the ongoing peace process in order to amicably settle the Naga issue. He was responding to a criticism by the steering committee of the NSCN-IM accusing the State government of obstructing smooth progress of the peace process.
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July - 31 
According to media reports, Fayyaz Ahmed Bhat, son of slain Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Mohammad Subhan Bhat, was killed along with a Personal Security Officer (PSO) and a civilian and two other PSOs were injured in Tral, on July 31. A group
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According to media reports, Fayyaz Ahmed Bhat, son of slain Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Mohammad Subhan Bhat, was killed along with a Personal Security Officer (PSO) and a civilian and two other PSOs were injured in Tral, on July 31. A group of seven heavily armed terrorists killed him at a site approximately 50m away from an SF patrol post. The ambush had been laid near Gole Masjid. Terrorists had killed Mohammad Subhan Bhat in April 1991. Fayyaz Ahmed Bhat, a junior revenue official, posted at Awantipore, had been recently transferred to the office of Divisional Commissioner Kashmir and was supposed to join his posting on July 31. All the terrorists escaped from the incident site. Even as no terrorist outfit has claimed responsibility fro the killing thus far, official sources suspected it to be the handiwork of either the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) or the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM).
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July - 31 
In a separate development, Adialbad district police organised peace rallies, christened shanti, sadbhavana, avagahana sadassulu, in five towns in the district on July 31. The rallies demanded an end to Naxalite-sponsored violence in the State. Speaki
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In a separate development, Adialbad district police organised peace rallies, christened shanti, sadbhavana, avagahana sadassulu, in five towns in the district on July 31. The rallies demanded an end to Naxalite-sponsored violence in the State. Speaking to the media, the district police chief said the rallies were taken out in Boath, Khanapur, Chennur, Ramakrishnapur and Kagaznagar. The rallies reportedly helped spread awareness on the futility of Naxalite violence.
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July - 31 
In a significant incident, approximately four terrorists attacked a high-security residential complex housing quarters and offices of senior police and civil officials in DC Colony, Rajouri, on July 31, and lobbed grenades and fired indiscriminately.
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In a significant incident, approximately four terrorists attacked a high-security residential complex housing quarters and offices of senior police and civil officials in DC Colony, Rajouri, on July 31, and lobbed grenades and fired indiscriminately. A security force personnel was killed while four houses were damaged during exchange of firing. According to official sources, the terrorists, suspected foreign mercenaries, intended to attack the DC Colony housing residential quarters and offices of senior police officials. Unconfirmed reports said the terrorists took shelter in a mosque after the encounter. However, Rajouri-Poonch range Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) S S Bijral, while denying that the terrorists had entered a mosque, added that they were either killed in the encounter or were still hiding in the area. Media reports pointed said local residents were evacuated by security forces (SFs) to avoid any civilian casualties. Reports added that the house of ruling National Conference (NC) leader Bashir Ahmed Lone was also located in the same area.
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July - 31 
Media reports said despite intensive combing operation by police, the PWG Naxalites held a day-long martyrs’ memorial meeting on July 31 in the Nallamela forest, Mahbubnagar district.
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Media reports said despite intensive combing operation by police, the PWG Naxalites held a day-long martyrs’ memorial meeting on July 31 in the Nallamela forest, Mahbubnagar district.
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July - 31 
Minister of State for Home I D Swami said there were reports of continued abetting of Northeast terrorist outfits by Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, Inter Services Intelligence (ISI). The ISI even now allegedly makes available arms and ammun
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Minister of State for Home I D Swami said there were reports of continued abetting of Northeast terrorist outfits by Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, Inter Services Intelligence (ISI). The ISI even now allegedly makes available arms and ammunition from abroad to these outfits, he alleged. The ISI has also allegedly set up bases in Srihatta, Milanpani, Dinajpur, Rangapur and Chattagram and at other places in Bangladesh for encouraging subversive activities against India. However, he did not link intensified ISI-activities to the change of government in Bangladesh. Khalida Zia's Bangladeshi National Party (BNP) that ascended to power after the October 2001-elections is alleged to be pro-Pakistan.
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July - 31 
Security forces, on July 31, confirmed that the hit squad responsible for the July 30-ambush was part of the NDFB team that sneaked into India from camps in Bhutan to sabotage Independence day celebrations. Five security force personnel had been kill
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Security forces, on July 31, confirmed that the hit squad responsible for the July 30-ambush was part of the NDFB team that sneaked into India from camps in Bhutan to sabotage Independence day celebrations. Five security force personnel had been killed in the attack.
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July - 31 
Speaking in the Rajya Sabha (India’s Upper House of Parliament), on July 31, Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani said infiltration from across the border is continuing although there has been a decline in its level. He said, "Compared to June and July l
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Speaking in the Rajya Sabha (India’s Upper House of Parliament), on July 31, Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani said infiltration from across the border is continuing although there has been a decline in its level. He said, "Compared to June and July last year (2001), there has been some decline in infiltration during the corresponding period this year, but it is continuing". Advani said it was too early to say that infiltration has stopped altogether as this could be judged only over a period of time, and it was not possible for India to make an immediate assessment. He said there are a large number of Pakistani terrorists already inside the country to maintain the intensity of violence for an estimated another three to four months. He said, from Pakistan’s statement that it had put a check on infiltration, one could derive that it had been encouraging infiltration in the past.
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July - 31 
The dead body of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) 'lieutenant' Kalinath Basumatary was found in Bengtol, Basugaon police station limits, Kokrajhar district, a media report said, on July 31. Further information is awaited.
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The dead body of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) 'lieutenant' Kalinath Basumatary was found in Bengtol, Basugaon police station limits, Kokrajhar district, a media report said, on July 31. Further information is awaited.
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July - 31 
Two Indian National Army (INA) veterans appealed to the people in the State to defy the boycott call. They were talking to the journalists at the Guwahati Press Club on July 31.
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Two Indian National Army (INA) veterans appealed to the people in the State to defy the boycott call. They were talking to the journalists at the Guwahati Press Club on July 31.
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July - 31 
Two Security force personnel and a civilian were injured when unidentified terrorists set-off an Improvise Explosive Device (IED) at Sarpangal, approximately six kms from Bhaderwah, on the Bhaderwah-Puneja road.
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Two Security force personnel and a civilian were injured when unidentified terrorists set-off an Improvise Explosive Device (IED) at Sarpangal, approximately six kms from Bhaderwah, on the Bhaderwah-Puneja road.
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July - 31 
Two suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists killed a youth in Shahdara Sharief, Rajouri district, and later escaped. A media report said, during the last four days terrorists have killed three civilians in Thanna Mandi.
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Two suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists killed a youth in Shahdara Sharief, Rajouri district, and later escaped. A media report said, during the last four days terrorists have killed three civilians in Thanna Mandi.
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*Data till , April 24, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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