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July - 1 
Border Security Force (BSF) Director General (DG) K K Sharma on July 1 said that the force has been giving a befitting reply to unprovoked firing incidents on the International Border (IB) in Jammu and Kashmir by Pakistan, reports Daily Excelsio
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Border Security Force (BSF) Director General (DG) K K Sharma on July 1 said that the force has been giving a befitting reply to unprovoked firing incidents on the International Border (IB) in Jammu and Kashmir by Pakistan, reports Daily Excelsior. He also stated that the BSF planned to plug gaps along the country’s borders with Pakistan and Bangladesh by rolling out a Comprehensive Integrated Border Management System (CIBMS). “BSF plays a very important role in guarding two very important borders of Pakistan and Bangladesh. We have different kinds of challenges on both the borders whereas on the Pakistan side, we know that we have a hostile neighbour. We know they keep on trying to infiltrate militants,” the BSF DG said. “They keep on indulging in ceasefire violations from time to time. They also snipe at our men. Despite of all these operational challenges, the BSF has given them a befitting reply..,” he said.
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July - 1 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) ‘commander’ identified as Jaggu, carrying a reward of INR 300,000 on his head, was killed in an encounter with a team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) ‘commander’ identified as Jaggu, carrying a reward of INR 300,000 on his head, was killed in an encounter with a team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on July 1, reports The New Indian Express. Security Forces (SFs) were cordoning off the Gandharpara forest in Muler village during an Anti- Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] operation, when a group of CPI-Maoist cadres started firing on them leading to an encounter. The dead body of the Jaggu was found from the spot. He was key accused in the killing of Sarpanch (head of the Panchayat, village level local self Government institution) of Badesatti village in April 2018 and also wanted in around half-a-dozen other Maoist incidents in the area, said Superintendent of Police (SP), Abhishek Meena. A 315 bore pistol, a muzzle-loading gun, a claymore mine, some explosive material and Naxal-related items were also recovered from the spot, Meena said.
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In the upcoming BRICS Summit scheduled to be in South Africa, cross-border terrorism is likely to the main agenda of Indian Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi, reports The Times of India on July 2. However, the National Security Advisor (NSA
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In the upcoming BRICS Summit scheduled to be in South Africa, cross-border terrorism is likely to the main agenda of Indian Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi, reports The Times of India on July 2. However, the National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval travelled to Durban (South Africa) last week for the BRICS Security Meet ahead of the main summit, where he underlined India’s contention that not enough had been done to check cross-border and State-sponsored terrorism. It was essential to find out the ways to monitor or check what actions was being taken by the State to wipe-out terror sanctuaries operating on their soil, said NSA Doval. In the meeting attended by NSA Doval, the BRICS nations’ NSAs reaffirmed the transnational nature of terrorism, which is evolving and necessitates a continuous reassessment of threats and sharing of perspectives amongst BRICS countries.
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Meghalaya police stated that the proscribed Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) have been contained in western Meghalaya, reports The Shillong Times on July 2. Director General of Police (DGP) SB Singh stated that ‘The GNLA have been
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Meghalaya police stated that the proscribed Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) have been contained in western Meghalaya, reports The Shillong Times on July 2. Director General of Police (DGP) SB Singh stated that ‘The GNLA have been effectively contained in the western part of the state and we believe their chapter is over’. He also added that there is no active senior cadre of the group, the DGP said one or two cadres of the outfit are in Bangladesh. Moreover, DGP stated that United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) which was providing support to the GNLA during its peak period also have been contained.Furthermore, the Police Chief also stated that Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) too have been contained for a very long time and they have some cadres in Bangladesh who make their presence felt on social media occasionally.
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National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) on July 1 stated that issue of integration of “all the Naga territories is an integral part of the ongoing Indo-Naga political dialogue, reports Assam Tribune. NSCN-IM stated tha
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National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) on July 1 stated that issue of integration of “all the Naga territories is an integral part of the ongoing Indo-Naga political dialogue, reports Assam Tribune. NSCN-IM stated that ’Naga territories which have been kept apart arbitrarily and indiscriminately by the British in the first place and then further divided between Burma (now Myanmar) and India under Nehru without the knowledge and consent of the Naga people is totally unacceptable’. NSCN-IM also stated that now, after 21 years of negotiations, India and Naga people are prepared to finalise the political dialogue to its logical conclusion and resolve the oldest political problem in entire South East Asia. Any attempt, at this crucial juncture, to undermine or disturb the peace process without being able to make head or tail of the negotiation shall no longer be tolerated’.
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Noklak Additional Deputy commissioner Theodore Yanthan has asked the village councils under Noklak sub-division of Nagaland to be on high alert in view of recent attack on security forces in Mon District, reports The Telegraph on July 2. Prohibitory
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Noklak Additional Deputy commissioner Theodore Yanthan has asked the village councils under Noklak sub-division of Nagaland to be on high alert in view of recent attack on security forces in Mon District, reports The Telegraph on July 2. Prohibitory orders under Section 144 CrPc have been imposed indefinitely in and around Noklak town with effect from June 28.
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Police arrested a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant, identified as Rameez Ahmed Wani and an Over Ground Worker (OGW), Nissar Ahmed Ganie and recovered arms and ammunition from their possession in Kishtwar District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 1, repor
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Police arrested a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant, identified as Rameez Ahmed Wani and an Over Ground Worker (OGW), Nissar Ahmed Ganie and recovered arms and ammunition from their possession in Kishtwar District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 1, reports Daily Excelsior. Police said that with the arrests, a terror module of the HM outfit has been busted and their plot to carry out strikes at different places and revive militancy foiled. During sustained interrogation of Nissar Ahmed, Police recovered three magazines of AK-47 rifle from his possession along with 90 live rounds.
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Uttar Pradesh’s Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) is probing the case filed by an unidentified youth from Allahabad (Uttar Pradesh) where he was contacted by the operatives of Islamic State (IS) and was offered USD 5,000 (approx. INR 350,000) to pass-
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Uttar Pradesh’s Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) is probing the case filed by an unidentified youth from Allahabad (Uttar Pradesh) where he was contacted by the operatives of Islamic State (IS) and was offered USD 5,000 (approx. INR 350,000) to pass-on the information on Indian Intelligence agencies, reports Times Now News on July 2. The State Police are also probing the cellular numbers that were used to send the messages on WhatsApp—a messaging application. The youth told the Police that he was added to a group bearing IS logo as the display image on the messaging app, said Superintendent of Police (SP) Brajesh Kumar Srivastava. . Both al-Qaeda in Indian Subcontinent (AQIS) and the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria/Islamic State—Khorasan (ISIS/IS-K) which is an Afghanistan-based affiliate of IS, have been enlisted as a proscribed organisations by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) as these organisations were found to be radicalising Indian youths for 'global jihad' and encouraging terror acts on Indian interests, read an order issued by the UMHA on June 19.
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21 individuals including 10 women were picked up during a cordon and search operation (CASO) conducted on July 2 at Awa-Ching in Imphal East District, reports Imphal Free Press. A total of 73 households were searched during the operation conduct
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21 individuals including 10 women were picked up during a cordon and search operation (CASO) conducted on July 2 at Awa-Ching in Imphal East District, reports Imphal Free Press. A total of 73 households were searched during the operation conducted to detect illegal immigrants and also to detect unauthorised activities. According to police source, 10 households were from Hatta, six from Kwakta, six from Sekmaijin, eight from Keirao, three from Tripura, 30 from Kshetri Bengoon, five from Thoubal Moijing, five from Mayang Imphal Irong and 10 from Sabal Leikai.
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July - 2 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Chandrashekhar Sahni, was arrested along with weapons from Baligaon village in Gandak riverine area of Saran District on July 2, reports Zee News. Acting on a tip off, the Police ra
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Chandrashekhar Sahni, was arrested along with weapons from Baligaon village in Gandak riverine area of Saran District on July 2, reports Zee News. Acting on a tip off, the Police raided the village and arrested the Maoist, said to be a self-proclaimed ‘area commander’ of Saran region. Sahni was wanted in cases of extortion and levy collection. Two pistols among a haul of arms and ammunition were recovered from him.
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July - 2 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed in an encounter with the Police at a forest in Eetpal village under Bijapur Tehsil (revenue unit) in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh on July 2, reports The Pion
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed in an encounter with the Police at a forest in Eetpal village under Bijapur Tehsil (revenue unit) in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh on July 2, reports The Pioneer. The face-off took place at the forest in Eetpal village when a team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) was out on an anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] operation and on seeing the Security personnel a group of rebels started firing at them leading to the gun-battle, Inspector General of Police (IGP), anti-Naxal operations, Sundarraj P said. After the encounter, the body of a Maoist clad in 'uniform' was found at the spot, Sundarraj said, adding that the slain Maoist was yet to be identified. An INSAS (Indian Small Arms System) assault rifle and some Naxal-related material were also recovered from the spot.
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July - 2 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre identified as Rawa Bhime, ‘Janmilitia’ member, was killed in an encounter with the Security Forces (SFs) in the forests of Darel-Markaguda villages in Chintalnar area of Su
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre identified as Rawa Bhime, ‘Janmilitia’ member, was killed in an encounter with the Security Forces (SFs) in the forests of Darel-Markaguda villages in Chintalnar area of Sukma District in Chhattisgarh on July 2, reports Outlook. The exchange of fire took place, when a team of CoBRA (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action) was out on an anti- Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] operation and came under fire from a group of CPI-Maoist cadres triggering the encounter. Police recovered one muzzle loading gun, medicines and some other items and dead body of Rawa Bhime from the encounter site.
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July - 2 
Giridih Police arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) ‘area commander’, identified as Lal Mohan Yadav, from his house in Bhelwaghati area in Giridih District Jharkhand, reports The Pioneer on July 3. Yadav,
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Giridih Police arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) ‘area commander’, identified as Lal Mohan Yadav, from his house in Bhelwaghati area in Giridih District Jharkhand, reports The Pioneer on July 3. Yadav, a primary suspect in a landmines bomb blast in Jharkhand, was living in Bhelwaghati since 2015, and the Bihar Police had announced a bounty of INR 50,000 on his head. The Police arrested Yadav and confiscated some illegal documents from his room. Yadav confessed to being a Maoist ‘commander’ and carrying out several blasts in the initial interrogation. He was taken into custody for further interrogation at the Giridih Police Station, said Superintendent of Police (SP), Surendra Kumar Jha.
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July - 2 
Guwahati Police Commissioner Hiren Chandra Nath stated that that they have taken "all possible measures" for security of NRC Assam coordinator Prateek Hajela - in his office, residence and while on the move. Hajela had "indicated"
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Guwahati Police Commissioner Hiren Chandra Nath stated that that they have taken "all possible measures" for security of NRC Assam coordinator Prateek Hajela - in his office, residence and while on the move. Hajela had "indicated" in the Supreme Court on July 2 that he needed additional security for discharge of NRC-related duties.
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July - 2 
Indian Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi on July 2 [today] condemned and termed the terrorist attack in Afghanistan as the attack on country’s “multicultural fabric”, reports The Times of India. “We strongly condemne
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Indian Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi on July 2 [today] condemned and termed the terrorist attack in Afghanistan as the attack on country’s “multicultural fabric”, reports The Times of India. “We strongly condemned the terror attacks in Afghanistan yesterday. They are an attack on Afghanistan’s multicultural fabric”, PM Modi tweeted on his twitter handle @narendramodi. India is ready to assist the Afghanistan government ‘in this sad hour’, said PM Modi.
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July - 2 
Meghalaya police have introduced new software to monitor social media, reports The Shillong Times on July 3. Police have also taken help from various central government agencies and departments as well as a technological institute in New De
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Meghalaya police have introduced new software to monitor social media, reports The Shillong Times on July 3. Police have also taken help from various central government agencies and departments as well as a technological institute in New Delhi to augment the capabilities of the cyber crime wing. Meghalaya Special Superintendent of Poice R. Muthu stated that ‘Social media users are being advised not to post or propagate any unsubstantiated news or reports and it is advised that it would be prudent to check all these things with local police. Similarly, administrators of social media groups are being advised to ensure that no offensive materials are posted by any members of the group, which can invite legal action”.
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July - 2 
Militants attacked an army camp in Bounra village of Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 2 evening, reports Greater Kashmir. A Police official said that militants fired a grenade at the army camp of 55 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) in Bounra v
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Militants attacked an army camp in Bounra village of Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 2 evening, reports Greater Kashmir. A Police official said that militants fired a grenade at the army camp of 55 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) in Bounra village around 6:20 pm. No casualties were reported, he said. "Soon after the attack the army men fired several shots in air," the official added.
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July - 2 
Over INR four million, demonetised currency notes and gold was recovered in a raid by National Investigation Agency (NIA) from the residence of a former director of Jawahar Lal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences (JNIMS) on July 2, reports Assam
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Over INR four million, demonetised currency notes and gold was recovered in a raid by National Investigation Agency (NIA) from the residence of a former director of Jawahar Lal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences (JNIMS) on July 2, reports Assam Tribune on July 4. The raid was as part of into the financing of and supply of arms, ammunition and explosives to Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP). The recovered items include INR four million, incriminating documents, demonetised currency notes with face value of INR 1,00,000 and 700 grams of gold.
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July - 2 
President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani said that the Pakistani trucks are not allowed to enter the Afghan soil until Afghanistan demands for land and railway access to India’s Amritsar are met, reports Khaama Press on July 3. In the meantime
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President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani said that the Pakistani trucks are not allowed to enter the Afghan soil until Afghanistan demands for land and railway access to India’s Amritsar are met, reports Khaama Press on July 3. In the meantime, reports indicate that Pakistan’s export to Afghanistan has reached to a two-year high during the first 10 months of the current fiscal year despite relations remain strained on political level between the two neighboring countries.
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July - 2 
The Islamic State (IS) outfit on July 2 claimed the responsibility of a suicide bombing attack in Eastern Afghanistan on July 1 that killed at least 19 people, mostly Sikhs and Hindus, reports The Tribune. Reportedly, Avtar Singh Khalsa—a
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The Islamic State (IS) outfit on July 2 claimed the responsibility of a suicide bombing attack in Eastern Afghanistan on July 1 that killed at least 19 people, mostly Sikhs and Hindus, reports The Tribune. Reportedly, Avtar Singh Khalsa—a long-time leader of the Sikh community in Afghanistan, was also among those killed. Another 20 people were wounded.
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July - 2 
The Police on June 30 arrested three unidentified persons and recovered demonetised Indian currency notes worth INR 1.68 crore in Kalwa town of Thane District in Maharashtra, reports The Tribune. Reportedly, the Police kept watch at a garde
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The Police on June 30 arrested three unidentified persons and recovered demonetised Indian currency notes worth INR 1.68 crore in Kalwa town of Thane District in Maharashtra, reports The Tribune. Reportedly, the Police kept watch at a garden area near Parsik Reti Bunder where three persons came to dispose-off the demonetised currency, read the statement released by Thane Police on July 3.
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July - 3 
A Malayalam TV celebrity—Surya Sasikumar (36), her mother Ramadevi (56) and sister—Sruthy (29) were arrested from their residence at Manayilkulangara in Kollam (city and District) of Kerala, for allegedly printing and circulating the Fake
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A Malayalam TV celebrity—Surya Sasikumar (36), her mother Ramadevi (56) and sister—Sruthy (29) were arrested from their residence at Manayilkulangara in Kollam (city and District) of Kerala, for allegedly printing and circulating the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs), reports The New Indian Express on July 4. The Police team has also recovered FICNs worth INR 57 lakh in denomination of INR 500 and INR 200; along with a printer, paper and other material used for printing FICNs.
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July - 3 
After clashes broke out in Shillong in May, which also brought the disruption of law and order ,the State Police is continuously keeping a close watch on social media platforms for any offensive or inflammatory posts which could incite further tensio
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After clashes broke out in Shillong in May, which also brought the disruption of law and order ,the State Police is continuously keeping a close watch on social media platforms for any offensive or inflammatory posts which could incite further tension to the already vulnerable situation in Shillong, reports The Sentinel on July 4. In this connection, 11 cases have been registered for offensive, inflammatory and derogatory remarks on the social media and two persons identified as Manbhalang Nongspung and Fuller Strong Kharsyiemlieh were arrested.
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July - 3 
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel foiled a rifle snatching bid by unidentified assailants in Budgam District on July 3, reports Daily Excelsior. Three unidentified assailants attacked a CRPF man with chili powder and tried to snatch
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Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel foiled a rifle snatching bid by unidentified assailants in Budgam District on July 3, reports Daily Excelsior. Three unidentified assailants attacked a CRPF man with chili powder and tried to snatch his service rifle at Humhama in Budgam District. However, the CRPF man fought back and raised an alarm, following which the attackers escaped. Security Forces (SFs) rushed to the spot and search operation was launched to nab the attackers.
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July - 3 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) documents recovered by Police reveal that the Maoists have admitted to their failure in targeting the Security Forces (SFs) and mobilising militia, reports The Hitavada on July 4.
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) documents recovered by Police reveal that the Maoists have admitted to their failure in targeting the Security Forces (SFs) and mobilising militia, reports The Hitavada on July 4. The documents, which are apparently proceedings of a few meetings held at sub-zonal or zonal level committees of the CPI-Maoist, stated “We have failed in hitting the target of Tactical Counter-Offensive Campaign (TCOC) in four commands. Two companies took some effort. But, due to small technical mistakes and error of judgement at the level of ‘commanders’, we have lost good opportunities.” The Maoists have also attributed failure in carrying out their annual TCOC to a variety of reasons other than technical mistakes and error of judgment at the level of ‘commanders’. These include failure in mobilising ‘militia’ (fighting force in forest areas), problems with gathering of Intelligence on Police movement, insubordination within party units etc. In one of the documents, instances of junior-level Maoist cadres refusing to obey the orders of seniors have been mentioned. From the documents, it is evident that the senior-level Maoists are worried about juniors refusing to do sentry duties. In some cases, when the senior Maoists scolded the juniors, they preferred not to communicate with each other, resulting in lack of co-ordination within units while moving through the jungles and avoiding face-off with the Security Forces (SFs). One of the CPI-Maoist documents mentions that “All the single-target actions this year under TCOC have failed completely,” with increased visibility and mobility of Police forces especially in Gadchiroli District and expressed worries about own operations.
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July - 3 
In an official statement, Tripura statement said that over 32,850 Bru tribals from Mizoram, staying in refugee camps in Tripura for the past 22 years would be repatriated to Mizoram, reports Morung Express on July 3. The statement also said
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In an official statement, Tripura statement said that over 32,850 Bru tribals from Mizoram, staying in refugee camps in Tripura for the past 22 years would be repatriated to Mizoram, reports Morung Express on July 3. The statement also said that ‘After almost 22 years, the tribal refugees would be repatriated to Mizoram before September 30 and all six temporary camps in northern Tripura would be closed in the first week of October’. The meeting on July 3 also finalised a 6-point package for the benefit of the refugees, which include financial aid of INR 4,00,000 for each family. Moreover, each family would get an allowance of INR 5,000 permonth and INR 1,50,000 would be given to each family for construction of houses, each refugee person would be given free ration for two years. The decision was taken at a meeting in New Delhi where Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh, Tripura Chief Minister (CM) Biplab Kumar Deb, Mizoram CM Lal Thanhawla and top officials of both states were present. About 32,857 Bru tribals, comprising 5,413 families have been living in the six makeshift camps in north Tripura’s Kanchanpur and Panisagar sub-divisions, adjoining Mizoram, since October 1997 after they fled their homes in western Mizoram following ethnic riots in Mizoram.
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July - 3 
Jammu and Kashmir Police officials were fired upon from across the border as they were returning after collecting the remains of the Pakistani intruder killed in an improvised explosive device (IED) explosion along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch
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Jammu and Kashmir Police officials were fired upon from across the border as they were returning after collecting the remains of the Pakistani intruder killed in an improvised explosive device (IED) explosion along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch sector of Poonch District on July 3, reports PTI. However, no casualty was reported. As reported earlier, a suspected militant was killed on July 1, when the explosives he was carrying exploded during an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) at Sawjian forward area in Poonch District along the LoC while three other militants reportedly managed to intrude successfully.
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July - 3 
Security Forces (SFs) destroyed three major camps of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) on July 3 at Motongsa village in Changlang District, reports Nagaland Post. The camps were being used by the outfit as base of oper
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Security Forces (SFs) destroyed three major camps of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) on July 3 at Motongsa village in Changlang District, reports Nagaland Post. The camps were being used by the outfit as base of operations and had allowed the group to increase their influence in the area.
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July - 3 
SFs launched a massive search operation in Bandipora village in Bandipora District after inputs that militants are hiding in the area on July 3 morning, reports Daily Excelsior. SFs jointly launched searches in Mir Mohalla, Parray Mohalla, Khosa
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SFs launched a massive search operation in Bandipora village in Bandipora District after inputs that militants are hiding in the area on July 3 morning, reports Daily Excelsior. SFs jointly launched searches in Mir Mohalla, Parray Mohalla, Khosa Mohalla and adjacent areas of Hajin area of Bandipora. SFs conducted house to house searches against the militants. The area has witnessed several civilian killings recently. Police blamed militants for these killings. However, they denied it.
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July - 3 
State Coordinator of National Register of Citizens (NRC), Prateek Hajela has asserted that the final draft of the NRC would be published within the time limit of July 30 set by the Supreme Court, reports Assam Tribune on July 4. He also added that na
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State Coordinator of National Register of Citizens (NRC), Prateek Hajela has asserted that the final draft of the NRC would be published within the time limit of July 30 set by the Supreme Court, reports Assam Tribune on July 4. He also added that names of around 1,50,000 persons, whose names appeared in the first draft published on December 31 last year, would not be included in the final draft. The NRC coordinator stated that that names of 65,694 persons, whose names appeared in the first draft, were found to be inadmissible during the family tree verification, while, names of 48,456 married women, who provided Panchayat certificates as linkage, were also found to be non-admissible. During the quality control checks, names of another 19,783 persons were found to be non admissible. As per the schedule submitted to the Supreme Court by the State Coordinator, the data entry work should be completed by July 10 and quality checks should be completed by July 20. The consolidation of the central database and generation of the PDF is scheduled to be completed by July 26 and the printouts will be taken by July 29 to ensure publication of the final draft of the NRC on July 30.
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July - 3 
Union Home Minister (UHM) Rajnath Singh and National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval will visit holy cave shrine of Amarnath in Jammu and Kashmir and review on spot security and other arrangements for the pilgrims on July 5, reports Daily Exce
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Union Home Minister (UHM) Rajnath Singh and National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval will visit holy cave shrine of Amarnath in Jammu and Kashmir and review on spot security and other arrangements for the pilgrims on July 5, reports Daily Excelsior on July 4. They will review security situation in Jammu and Kashmir at a high-level meeting with Governor NN Vohra, his Advisors, top brass of security agencies and civil administration at Srinagar on July 5. This will be Rajnath’s first visit to Jammu and Kashmir after imposition of Governor’s rule in the State on June 19.
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July - 4 
A joint team of Central reserve Police Force (CRPF)`s CoBRA (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action) battalion and District Police arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre near Khiriyawan roundabout under Madanpur Polic
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A joint team of Central reserve Police Force (CRPF)`s CoBRA (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action) battalion and District Police arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre near Khiriyawan roundabout under Madanpur Police Station limits in Aurangabad District of Bihar on July 4, reports UNI. Police said the Maoist identified as Rampravesh Mahto was arrested from his hideout following specific intelligence input. Mahto was involved in various unlawful activities in the District, Police said.
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July - 4 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader wanted by Jharkhand and Bihar Police in connection with various cases of murder, loot and abduction surrendered in Chatra District of Jharkhand on July 4, repports First Post. The M
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader wanted by Jharkhand and Bihar Police in connection with various cases of murder, loot and abduction surrendered in Chatra District of Jharkhand on July 4, repports First Post. The Maoist leader identified as Sanjay Yadav alias Bhagwat Yadav, a ‘sub-zonal commander’ of CPI-Maoist, surrendered before the Superintendent of Police (SP), Akhilesh B Beriar and Central Reserve Police Force's (CRPF) 190 battalion Commander, Pawan Kumar Basan in the District headquarters town, SP, Akhilesh said. Yadav was active in Bihar and Jharkhand for last two decades. He was allegedly involved in the attack of then Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president M Venkaiah Naidu's chopper, which was set on fire soon after it had made an emergency landing in Pararia village of Gaya District on January 2005, SP, Akhilesh added.
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July - 4 
Bonnya Barua, daughter of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) ‘general secretary’ Anup Chetia, spoke against the Citizenship Amendment Bill, 2016, on July 4 at the 38th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva,
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Bonnya Barua, daughter of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) ‘general secretary’ Anup Chetia, spoke against the Citizenship Amendment Bill, 2016, on July 4 at the 38th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, reports Scroll. She stated that if passed, would reduce the indigenous communities of Assam to minority groups. She spoke on behalf of the Indigenous Forum of Assam, a platform of around 30 organisations representing the state’s indigenous communities. Barua is a member of the forum while her father is its convenor. The Citizenship Amendment Bill aims to make crucial changes to the Citizenship Act of 1955. If passed, it would make undocumented immigrants – Hindus, Christians, Buddhists, Sikhs, Jains and Parsis – from Afghanistan, Pakistan and Bangladesh eligible for citizenship. It would also ease the terms for naturalization of individuals from these groups. Several groups in Assam have objected to the proposed amendments.
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July - 4 
Government of India (GoI) on July 4 reviewed the preparedness of the Assam government for publication of the final draft of the National Register of Citizens (NRC), reports The Telegraph on July 4. A meeting was held in New Delhi attended by Assam ch
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Government of India (GoI) on July 4 reviewed the preparedness of the Assam government for publication of the final draft of the National Register of Citizens (NRC), reports The Telegraph on July 4. A meeting was held in New Delhi attended by Assam chief secretary T.Y. Das, director-general of police Kuladhar Saikia and special DGP (special branch) Pallav Bhattacharyya. GoI had earlier sent 80 companies of paramilitary forces to Assam and agreed to send additional 100 companies following the Assam government's request.
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July - 4 
In a separate incident, a joint team of the DRG and the Special Task Force (STF) busted a Naxal camp in Kurusnar area in Narayanpur District of Chhattisgarh after a brief encounter with the CPI-Maoist cadres on July 4, report
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In a separate incident, a joint team of the DRG and the Special Task Force (STF) busted a Naxal camp in Kurusnar area in Narayanpur District of Chhattisgarh after a brief encounter with the CPI-Maoist cadres on July 4, reports Business Standard. The SFs were carrying out searching in jungles between Jadda and Markur villages to target a Naxal camp. CPI-Maoist cadre on sentry duty opened fire on the SFs, after sensing the presence of the SFs near their camp. Police recovered four cooker Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), one air gun, pitthu bags, camp sheets, medical kits, medicines and daily use materials from the camp. Blood stains found at the spot indicate that some Naxals were either killed or injured in the gunfight but their colleagues managed to drag inside the forest, adds Shukla
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July - 4 
Joint Resistance Leadership (JRL), comprising Syed Ali Geelani, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq and Muhammad Yasin Malik, on July 4 called for shutdown and general public meeting in Tral in Pulwama District on July 8, to observe the second anniversary of the dec
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Joint Resistance Leadership (JRL), comprising Syed Ali Geelani, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq and Muhammad Yasin Malik, on July 4 called for shutdown and general public meeting in Tral in Pulwama District on July 8, to observe the second anniversary of the deceased Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘commander’ Burhan Wani, reports Greater Kashmir.Meanwhile, the leaders appealed to the religious cleric to offer Fateh-a- Khawani on July 6, for Burhan Wani and 126 other persons who were killed during 2016 unrest, adds Greater Kashmir.
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July - 4 
National Investigation Agency (NIA) has taken over investigation into a case related to recovery of weapons at Ukhrul district in Manipur in May 21, 2018, reports The Telegraph on July 4. A team of Assam Rifles (AR) Rifles had intercepted a
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National Investigation Agency (NIA) has taken over investigation into a case related to recovery of weapons at Ukhrul district in Manipur in May 21, 2018, reports The Telegraph on July 4. A team of Assam Rifles (AR) Rifles had intercepted an Imphal-bound white Maruti Gypsy from Ukhrul town near Lower Hungdung in Ukhrul District on May 21 and recovered included two German-made GSG rifles, one semi-automatic shotgun, three 9mm pistols and ammunition. The development comes days after a special NIA court here convicted four leaders of the Manipur-based militant groups People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) and United People's Party of Kangleipak on the charge of criminal conspiracy to wage a war against the country.
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July - 4 
Security Forces (SFs) recovered15 landmines weighing between 1 kilogram and 1.5 kilogram, suspected to be planted byCPI-Maoist cadresfrom a kuccha road leading to Burha Pahar in Garhwa District of Jharkhand on June 4, reportsThe Telegraph.CPI-Maoist
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Security Forces (SFs) recovered15 landmines weighing between 1 kilogram and 1.5 kilogram, suspected to be planted byCPI-Maoist cadresfrom a kuccha road leading to Burha Pahar in Garhwa District of Jharkhand on June 4, reportsThe Telegraph.CPI-Maoist cadresare relying more on strategy ofImprovised Explosive Devices (IEDs)than gun battles to ward off resistance. The 15 landmines had been laid in a series about 6-7 months back. OurSFshave neutralised them, saidSuperintendent of Police (SP),Shivani Tiwary.
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July - 4 
Suspected Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) killed a civilian, identified as Abdul Latif, a resident of Dayachar village in South Salmara of Assam’s Dhubri District, reports The Shillong Times. The body was recovered on July 4 from banks of the Ri
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Suspected Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) killed a civilian, identified as Abdul Latif, a resident of Dayachar village in South Salmara of Assam’s Dhubri District, reports The Shillong Times. The body was recovered on July 4 from banks of the Ringi River in Waribokgre village in West Garo Hills District. He was abducted from Waribokgre on June 28 and militants had demanded ransom of INR 500,000. The ransom demand had subsequently been decreased to INR 300,000.
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July - 4 
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 4 extended Central Assistance Scheme for Pakistan occupied Jammu Kashmir (PoJK) and Chhamb refugees worth over INR 2000 crore till 2020 and approved 7.118 acres of Defence land for con
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The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 4 extended Central Assistance Scheme for Pakistan occupied Jammu Kashmir (PoJK) and Chhamb refugees worth over INR 2000 crore till 2020 and approved 7.118 acres of Defence land for construction of Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 2 in Udhampur in Jammu and Kashmir, reports Daily Excelsior. Official sources said that since the Central scheme for payment of relief to about 26,319 PoJK refugees and 10,500 Chhamb migrants in Jammu and Kashmir was taking lot of time due to ‘unavoidable reasons’, the Union Cabinet on July 4 extended term of the Central Scheme till 2020. The scheme is being monitored and implemented by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) and even payment to the refugee families has been taken by the UMHA in its own hands through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). Meanwhile, Union Home Minister (UHM) Rajnath Singh and National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval along with top officials of the UMHA on July 4 reached Srinagar for high-level review of security situation and visit to holy cave shrine to assess arrangements made for the pilgrims by Shri Amarnath Shrine Board (SASB) and the Government, adds Daily Excelsior. The Governor, NN Vohra was reported to have briefed the UHM on the security including militancy front, recent floods, Shri Amarnath Ji yatra and various other aspects of Kashmir situation.
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July - 4 
Three of the seven accused members of Indian Mujahideen (IM)—Gauhar Aziz Khomeni, Kamal Hassan, and Mohammed Kafeel Akhtar—all residents of Bihar and who are under trial of 2010 Bengaluru Chinnaswamy Stadium blasts, on July 4 pleaded guil
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Three of the seven accused members of Indian Mujahideen (IM)—Gauhar Aziz Khomeni, Kamal Hassan, and Mohammed Kafeel Akhtar—all residents of Bihar and who are under trial of 2010 Bengaluru Chinnaswamy Stadium blasts, on July 4 pleaded guilty to their offences, reports The Indian Express. All three people are accused of being part of a conspiracy in which they helped IM leader Yasin Bhatkal to prepare five bombs at a hideout in Tumkur town of Tumkur District, around 60 km from Bengaluru. The bombs were planted around the stadium on the intervening night of April 16 and April 17, 2010 by Yasin Bhatkal and his aide—Qateel Siddiqui, who was killed in a Pune jail brawl in 2012.
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July - 4 
Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, each carrying a reward of INR 800,000 on their head, were killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in the forest area of Balebeda village under Kurusnar Police Station limits of N
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Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, each carrying a reward of INR 800,000 on their head, were killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in the forest area of Balebeda village under Kurusnar Police Station limits of Narayanpur District of Chhattisgarh on July 4, reports Business Standard. Four separate teams of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) launched an operation towards Balebeda, Badapenda, Kangali, Parbeda and Irpanar villages to trace the CPI-Maoist cadres on July 2, after receiving information that the Naxals [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] were camping in the forest to target troopers, who were providing security to the Narayanpur-Sonpur road construction work in the region. When one of the patrolling teams of the DRG was cordoning off the forest pocket near Balebeda, it came under heavy firing from a group of 25-30 armed CPI-Maoistcadres. After a brief exchange of fire, Maoist fled from the spot. The Police recovered an automatic sub-machine gun, a 12-bore gun, a muzzle-loading gun, a pithu bag and other materials from the spot. One of the killed CPI-Maoist cadres has been identified as Kishore, who was active as the ‘section commander’ of Military Company no.05 of CPI-Maoist and the identity of another Maoist is yet to be ascertained. The recovered sub-machine gun is manufactured by Thompson. It is bearing the model number of year 1928. It is the first time that such type of weapon was recovered in Chhattisgarh, said Superintendent of Police (SP), Jitendra Shukla.
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July - 5 
A threat letter purportedly from Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) targeting seven railway stations in Punjab, including Pathankot, if the Amarnath Yatra is not halted, reports The Tribune on July 5 [today]. The letter also stated that along with the
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A threat letter purportedly from Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) targeting seven railway stations in Punjab, including Pathankot, if the Amarnath Yatra is not halted, reports The Tribune on July 5 [today]. The letter also stated that along with the railway stations—Sri Harmandir Sahib Ji (the Golden Temple) and Durgiana Temple in Amritsar, and the Raghunath Temple in Jammu would also be attacked. A Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) was put in place to contain any terrorist incident. The threat letter has been written in Hindi. Whereas, Pakistan-based terror outfits use the ‘Persian script’ to deliver threats. It may turn out to be a hoax but for now, we are not in a position to take any risks. The letter found before the air base attack in Pathankot on January 2, 2016, was written in Urdu. The Security at all vital installations, including the Air Force Base, the Mamun Army Cantonment area and the ammunition dump, had been elevated up, said Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Vivek Sheel Soni. The letter has stated a threat if the pilgrimage to Amarnath was not stopped, three religious places; Raghunath Mandir in Jammu, the Golden Temple and Durgiana Mandir in Amritsar, besides seven railway stations at Pathankot, Amritsar, Ferozepur, Jammu, Jodhpur, Jaipur and Bikaner would be attacked, added Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Amritsar city Amrik Singh.
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July - 5 
Army busted a hideout of the militants and recovered consignment of arms, ammunition and explosives from Beri Rakh forests in Mendhar tehsil of Poonch District on July 5, reports Daily Excelsior. On a specific information, the troops conducted s
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Army busted a hideout of the militants and recovered consignment of arms, ammunition and explosives from Beri Rakh forests in Mendhar tehsil of Poonch District on July 5, reports Daily Excelsior. On a specific information, the troops conducted search operation in Beri Rakh forests. Large quantity of arms, ammunition and explosives including, two AK-56 rifles with 26 magazines and 793 rounds, three pistols with two magazines and 63 rounds, 46 Pika ammunition and one magazine, 11 tiffin Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), 20 detonators, three RPC rounds, four Chinese hand grenades, one compass, 17 Pakistani currency notes in 500 denomination and eight currency notes in 1000 denomination besides, diaries, water bottles, carry bags and other items were recovered from the hideout. After making recoveries, Security Forces (SFs) conducted searches in the area. However, no arrests were made from the spot.
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July - 5 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre identified as Pandu Kadathi alias Mangu was arrested by Security Forces (SFs) during a search operation in Mirthur Police Station limits of Bijapur District in Chhattisgarh, reports Gl
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre identified as Pandu Kadathi alias Mangu was arrested by Security Forces (SFs) during a search operation in Mirthur Police Station limits of Bijapur District in Chhattisgarh, reports Glibs.in on July 5. There are several cases registered against him in Mirthur Police Station.
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July - 5 
In its weekly media briefing, India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) noted its close monitoring of political situation in the Maldives with an upcoming Presidential election in the Island, reports Raajje on July 5. The Maldives&rs
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In its weekly media briefing, India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) noted its close monitoring of political situation in the Maldives with an upcoming Presidential election in the Island, reports Raajje on July 5. The Maldives’ government’s decision to proceed with the Presidential elections where its democratic institutions are not being allowed to function in a ‘free and transparent’ manner— is a matter of concern for India.
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July - 5 
Nine Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres surrendered before the Police in Latehar District of Jharkhand on July 5, reports Amarujala. The surrendered CPI-Maoist cadres revealed that they had to face a lot of problems in 
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Nine Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres surrendered before the Police in Latehar District of Jharkhand on July 5, reports Amarujala. The surrendered CPI-Maoist cadres revealed that they had to face a lot of problems in Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] camps. They also said that the principles of Naxalism are not being followed by the seniors in the camps. Police have not revealed the identities of the surrendered Maoists.
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July - 5 
On his first visit to Jammu and Kashmir after the imposition of Governor’s rule, Union Home Minister (UHM) Rajnath Singh said on July 5 that peace and stability could be brought to the state through an honest, effective and efficient administra
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On his first visit to Jammu and Kashmir after the imposition of Governor’s rule, Union Home Minister (UHM) Rajnath Singh said on July 5 that peace and stability could be brought to the state through an honest, effective and efficient administration, reports Daily Excelsior. Singh said this after reviewing the security situation in the state at a high-level meeting attended by Governor N N Vohra, National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval and top civil and Police officials in Srinagar. “The dream of a developed and prosperous Jammu and Kashmir will be realised when there is peace and normalcy in the state. It is our firm resolve to bring peace, stability and prosperity through an honest, effective and efficient administration for the problems facing the state,” a statement quoted him as saying.
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July - 5 
On July 5, two individuals identified as Lokivi Achumi and and Kito Chishi were arrested by Dimapur Police from Khermahal area in Dimapur, reports Morung Express. The arrested individuals belong to Naga National Council-Non Accordist (NNC-NA) an
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On July 5, two individuals identified as Lokivi Achumi and and Kito Chishi were arrested by Dimapur Police from Khermahal area in Dimapur, reports Morung Express. The arrested individuals belong to Naga National Council-Non Accordist (NNC-NA) and National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM).
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July - 5 
Police arrested two more persons believed to be the over ground workers (OGWs) of the militants from Kupwara area in Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 5, reports Daily Excelsior. They were identified as Rameez Mohideen Lone (28) and
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Police arrested two more persons believed to be the over ground workers (OGWs) of the militants from Kupwara area in Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 5, reports Daily Excelsior. They were identified as Rameez Mohideen Lone (28) and Amir Ahmad (22) and one pistol, two pistol magazines and three hand grenades were recovered from their possession.
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July - 5 
Police arrested two persons, identified as Junaid- ul-Islam Dar and Hilal Ahmad Ganie along with one live grenade, one Chinese pistol (9mm) with 5 rounds of ammunition and two bottles of Sodium Nitrate at interior Pazalpora Urenhall Road Crossing in
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Police arrested two persons, identified as Junaid- ul-Islam Dar and Hilal Ahmad Ganie along with one live grenade, one Chinese pistol (9mm) with 5 rounds of ammunition and two bottles of Sodium Nitrate at interior Pazalpora Urenhall Road Crossing in Anantnag District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 5, reports Daily Excelsior.
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July - 5 
Suspected linkman of United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) was arrested on July 5 from Nalbari District, reports The Sentinel. INR 2, 00,000 and incriminating documents were recovered from the arrested militant.
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Suspected linkman of United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) was arrested on July 5 from Nalbari District, reports The Sentinel. INR 2, 00,000 and incriminating documents were recovered from the arrested militant.
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July - 5 
The ‘political secretary’ of the now disbanded Achik National Volunteer Council-Breakaway faction (ANVC-B) sought a parity in the disbursal of rehabilitation packages and requested state government to incorporate the announcement ma
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The ‘political secretary’ of the now disbanded Achik National Volunteer Council-Breakaway faction (ANVC-B) sought a parity in the disbursal of rehabilitation packages and requested state government to incorporate the announcement made by the Government of India (GoI)for all surrendered militants Northeast Today on July 5. Earlier on February 7, GoI had announced a rehabilitation package of INR 400,000 and stipend of INR 6000 for 3 years for all those who came over ground.
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The Malaysian Government on July 6 has stated that it will not deport the Islamic preacher Zakir Naik to India as long as he does not create any ‘problems’ in the host country i.e. Malaysia, reports The Tribune. The Malaysian Prime Minist
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The Malaysian Government on July 6 has stated that it will not deport the Islamic preacher Zakir Naik to India as long as he does not create any ‘problems’ in the host country i.e. Malaysia, reports The Tribune. The Malaysian Prime Minister (PM) Mahathir Mohamad has stated that as long as Zakir Naik is not creating any problems, we would not deport him back to India as he has a permanent residency status in Malaysia. Earlier, on July 5, the Indian government had assured of all possible steps to extradite the Islamic preacher—Zakir Naik. Maybe not now but eventually he [Zakir Naik] will be arrested and brought to justice, he will not be spared, said India’s Minister of State-Home Affairs (MoSHA) Hansraj Ahir.
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July - 5 
The Ministry of External Affairs’ (MEA) Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar on July 5 has said that India’s request regarding extradition of Zakir Naik is under ‘active consideration’ with the Malaysian authorities, reports Hindus
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The Ministry of External Affairs’ (MEA) Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar on July 5 has said that India’s request regarding extradition of Zakir Naik is under ‘active consideration’ with the Malaysian authorities, reports Hindustan Times. Zakir Naik is facing charges including of hate speech and money laundering through Islamic Research Foundation (IRF) which is founded by him. On July 4, Zakir Naik who is extradite to Malaysia, has stated that he has no plans to come back to India till he feel safe from ‘unfair prosecution’. When I feel that the Indian government will be just and fair, I will surely comeback to my homeland, said Naik.
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July - 6 
A 26-year-old villager was killed by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, who accused him of being a ‘police informer’ in Kanker District of Chhattisgarh on July 6, reports Business Standard. The vicitim identified as
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A 26-year-old villager was killed by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, who accused him of being a ‘police informer’ in Kanker District of Chhattisgarh on July 6, reports Business Standard. The vicitim identified as Raiju Wadde was shot dead in his native Tiralgarh village in Bande Police Station area following the holding of a ‘jan adalat’ (people’s/ kangaroo court organized by the Maoists) there, Kanker, Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP), Jaiprakash Badhai said. A Maoist pamphlet, terming him a ‘police informer’, was recovered from the spot.
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July - 6 
A 45-year-old man, identified as Molvi Mohammad Ashraf was shot at by unidentified gunmen in Parigam in Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 6 morning, reports Daily Excelsior. Ashraf, a resident of Bijbehara, received multiple bullets in bo
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A 45-year-old man, identified as Molvi Mohammad Ashraf was shot at by unidentified gunmen in Parigam in Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 6 morning, reports Daily Excelsior. Ashraf, a resident of Bijbehara, received multiple bullets in both the legs. Ashraf, according to reports, is an Imam (cleric) of a local Masjid in Parigam village.
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July - 6 
A Police constable, Javed Ahmed Dar who was abducted by militants from Shopian District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 5 was found dead on July 6 (today), reports Daily Excelsior. His body with bullet injuries was found on July 6 (today) in Pariwa
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A Police constable, Javed Ahmed Dar who was abducted by militants from Shopian District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 5 was found dead on July 6 (today), reports Daily Excelsior. His body with bullet injuries was found on July 6 (today) in Pariwan in Kulgam District. According to initial reports, he was abducted by four Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militants from Kachdoora in Shopian District and kept at an unknown destination. He was the Personal Security Officer (PSO) of former Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Shopian, Shalinder Mishra.
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July - 6 
Also, Mahmood Shah, chief Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) Jammu and Kashmir, on July 6 strongly condemned the shifting of Asiya Andarabi, and her two associates Fahmeeda Sofi and Nahida Nasreen, to Tihar Jail in Delhi, a statement issued by the LeT said, repor
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Also, Mahmood Shah, chief Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) Jammu and Kashmir, on July 6 strongly condemned the shifting of Asiya Andarabi, and her two associates Fahmeeda Sofi and Nahida Nasreen, to Tihar Jail in Delhi, a statement issued by the LeT said, reports Greater Kashmir. “
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July - 6 
Four people including a retired commanding officer (CO) of the 4th Indian Reserve Battalion (IRB) were abducted on July 6 from Sekmai in Imphal West District, reports Imphal Free Press. The abducted individuals have ben identified as retired CO of 4t
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Four people including a retired commanding officer (CO) of the 4th Indian Reserve Battalion (IRB) were abducted on July 6 from Sekmai in Imphal West District, reports Imphal Free Press. The abducted individuals have ben identified as retired CO of 4th IRB, Angom Kunjo (70), Khwairakpam Yaiskul (70), Khwairakpam Abalo (65) and Khwairakpam Rotonmani (70).
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July - 6 
Kashmiri separatist Aasiya Andrabi was on July 6 handed over to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) by a Delhi court for 10 days’ custodial interrogation in connection with a case of waging war against the country with support from Pa
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Kashmiri separatist Aasiya Andrabi was on July 6 handed over to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) by a Delhi court for 10 days’ custodial interrogation in connection with a case of waging war against the country with support from Pakistan including terror entities, reports Daily Excelsior. Aasiya Andrabi, who is chief of the banned outfit Dukhtaran-e-Millat (DeM), would be subjected to quizzing along with two other women associates, who are accused of being involved in conspiracy and acts to ‘severely destabilize the sovereignty and integrity of India’. The trio were on July 6 brought New Delhi from Srinagar amid tight security and produced before District Judge Poonam A Bamba who was told by the NIA that a probe has revealed that they were running a concerted campaign to elicit support from neighbouring country.“The present investigation has so far revealed that the accused persons are found involved in the conspiracy and acts to severely destabilize the sovereignty and integrity of India. By their activities on cyber space they are running a concerted campaign to solicit support of Pakistani establishment which inter-alia includes arranging support from terrorist entities from Pakistan. Their involvement needs further investigation and for this purpose the interrogation of accused persons has become a necessity,” the agency said. Besides Andrabi, her associates Sofi Fehmeeda and Nahida Nasreen were also sent to 10 days’ NIA remand by the court during the in-camera proceedings after the agency sought their custody for 15 days.
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July - 6 
Meanwhile, authorities on July 6 disallowed Friday prayers at historic Jamia Masjid in Nowhatta in Srinagar District by imposing restrictions in the area, adds Daily Excelsior. Contingents of Police and CRPF arrived in Nowhatta and adjoining areas in
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Meanwhile, authorities on July 6 disallowed Friday prayers at historic Jamia Masjid in Nowhatta in Srinagar District by imposing restrictions in the area, adds Daily Excelsior. Contingents of Police and CRPF arrived in Nowhatta and adjoining areas in the morning and imposed restrictions. They laid barbed wire on main roads and sealed the Jamia Masjid and its neighbouring areas. To prevent the All Parties Hurriyat Conference-Mirwaiz (APHC-M) chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq from delivering the weekly sermon at Jamia Masjid, authorities placed him under house arrest this morning at his Nageen residence.
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July - 6 
Meanwhile, Chhattisgarh Police arrested 27 CPI-Maoist cadres from separate places in Bastar and Sukma Districts of Chhattisgarh on July 6, reports TimesNow News In the first incident, 20 CPI-Maoist cadres were arrested in the forests of Darbha P
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Meanwhile, Chhattisgarh Police arrested 27 CPI-Maoist cadres from separate places in Bastar and Sukma Districts of Chhattisgarh on July 6, reports TimesNow News In the first incident, 20 CPI-Maoist cadres were arrested in the forests of Darbha Police Station area in Bastar District. While in the second incident, Seven CPI-Maoist cadres identified as Muchaki Bhima (25), Muchaki Sula (25), Madvi Muda (28) Madvi Sula (32), Madvi Kesha (35), Madvi Bhima (25) and woman cadre Kumari Madvi (20) were arrested by SFs from Kottaguda village under Chintalnar Police Station area in Sukma District. They were members of CPI-Maoist frontal organisations like the Dandakaranya Adivasi Kisan Mazdoor Sangathan (DAKMS),’ janmilitia’ and Chetna Natya Manch (CNM).
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July - 6 
Meanwhile, separatist leaders on July 6 called strike for July 7 against shifting of Aasiya Andrabi and her associates to Delhi by NIA, adds Daily Excelsior.
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Meanwhile, separatist leaders on July 6 called strike for July 7 against shifting of Aasiya Andrabi and her associates to Delhi by NIA, adds Daily Excelsior.
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July - 6 
Militants hurled a grenade at the residence of former National Conference (NC) MLA (Member of Legislative Assembly) Mohammad Subhan Bhat in Tral township of Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 6, reports Daily Excelsior. Grenade was hurled
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Militants hurled a grenade at the residence of former National Conference (NC) MLA (Member of Legislative Assembly) Mohammad Subhan Bhat in Tral township of Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 6, reports Daily Excelsior. Grenade was hurled at the residence of Bhat in main town Tral at 2:50 pm. The grenade hit the roof of an adjoining house and exploded without causing any loss of life. The residence of the former legislator was attacked several times in the past.
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July - 6 
Militants hurled a grenade on a Security Force (SF) camp housing 182 Battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and 55 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) of Army at Tahab in Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir and fired indiscriminately on July 6 evening,
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Militants hurled a grenade on a Security Force (SF) camp housing 182 Battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and 55 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) of Army at Tahab in Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir and fired indiscriminately on July 6 evening, reports Daily Excelsior. The SFs retaliated by firing towards the militants. However, they fled away after carrying out the attack in which no loss of life or injury was reported. SFs immediately cordoned off the area and conducted searches. However, no one was arrested.
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July - 6 
On July 6, three National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) arrested from West Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya in May, were handed over by a court to National Investigating Agency (NIA) for 10 days’ custodial interrogation, re
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On July 6, three National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) arrested from West Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya in May, were handed over by a court to National Investigating Agency (NIA) for 10 days’ custodial interrogation, reports Assam Tribune . Gaising Maringmei, identified as Ronal, who is the self-styled ‘revenue secretary’ of NSCN-K and his two accomplices were arrested from Mookyniang locality in Khliehtyrshi village in Jaintia Hills.
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July - 6 
Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in a forest under Katekalyan Police Station limits in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on July 6, reports The Tribune. A District
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Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in a forest under Katekalyan Police Station limits in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on July 6, reports The Tribune. A District Reserve Guard (DRG) jawan was also injured in the exchange of fire with CPI-Maoist cadres, when a joint team of the DRG and the District Force was out on an anti-CPI-Maoistoperation.
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July - 6 
Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in a forest under Katekalyan Police Station limits in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on July 6, reports The Trib
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Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in a forest under Katekalyan Police Station limits in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on July 6, reports The Tribune. A District Reserve Guard (DRG) jawan was also injured in the exchange of fire with CPI-Maoist cadres, when a joint team of the DRG and the District Force was out on an anti- CPI-Maoist operation.
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July - 7 
A former cook—Shashikant Jha at the Indian Air Force (IAF) Officer’s mess based in Gorakhpur has been arrested on July 7, with the possession of confidential information related to the ‘take-off’ schedule of the IAF’s fi
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A former cook—Shashikant Jha at the Indian Air Force (IAF) Officer’s mess based in Gorakhpur has been arrested on July 7, with the possession of confidential information related to the ‘take-off’ schedule of the IAF’s fighter planes based in Air Force Station—Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh, reports NDTV. Shashikant who is a native of Banka District in Bihar was caught by the IAF officials and was later handed-over to the Police for the investigation, said Inspector Pradeep Shukla of Shahpur Police Station in Gorakhpur. The interrogation revealed that Shashikant worked at Officer’s mess as cook till September 2017 and used to note down the secret information while over-hearing the Officer’s conversation. He [Shashikant] had not ‘entry pass’ to enter the Air Force colony from where he was caught by the Air Force security personnel, said unnamed Police official.
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July - 7 
An Army trooper was injured from a Pakistani sniper firing from across the Line of Control (LoC) in a forward post at Pokhra in Kalal area of Nowshera sector in Rajouri District on July 7, reports Economic Times.
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An Army trooper was injured from a Pakistani sniper firing from across the Line of Control (LoC) in a forward post at Pokhra in Kalal area of Nowshera sector in Rajouri District on July 7, reports Economic Times.
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July - 7 
Four cadres of a new terror outfit named as Greater Coochbehar Liberation organisation (GCLO) were arrested by Crime Investigation Department (CID) in Naxalbari of Silguri area of Darjeeling District of West Bengal, reports Decaan Chronicleon Ju
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Four cadres of a new terror outfit named as Greater Coochbehar Liberation organisation (GCLO) were arrested by Crime Investigation Department (CID) in Naxalbari of Silguri area of Darjeeling District of West Bengal, reports Decaan Chronicleon July 8. The suspected terrorists are identified as Nirmal Roy, Kandarpa Das, Ratan Adhikary and Dipi Prasad Roy. Nirmal Roy had posted on social media that he had initiated a new terrorist organisation namely Greater Coochbehar Liberation organisation (GCLO). CID started keeping track and used a decoy to invite him for a meeting.
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July - 7 
Islamist outfit Popular Front of India (PFI), which is accused of having links with terror groups, has joined hands with organisations linked to Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) to target the Government in Jharkhand, reports&nbs
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Islamist outfit Popular Front of India (PFI), which is accused of having links with terror groups, has joined hands with organisations linked to Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) to target the Government in Jharkhand, reports Swarajya on July 8. According to a report by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA), Committee for Release of Political Prisoners (CRPP) secretary, Rona Wilson, who was recently arrested, met officials and ministers in Jharkhand along with a woman identified as Vasantha Kumari, asking them to lift the ban imposed on the PFI and Maoist affiliate, Mazdoor Sangathan Samiti (MSS).There is a growing convergence between Maoist affiliates and the PFI following bans imposed by Jharkhand on the MSS, CPI-Maoist front and PFI. Consequently, both aides have echoed each others' causes and in the process, says the report sent by the UMHA to the Jharkhand Government. The UHMA report says that the convergence between the Maoists and PFI is not new and that the two have come together in the past. The UMHA has asked the Government of Jharkhand to monitor the activities of the two groups closely. The state government had banned PFI, formed as a successor to the National Development Front (NDF).
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July - 7 
Police arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) militia member from a forest near Talagumandi village under Narayanpatna Police limits in Koraput District of Odisha late on July 7, reports Orissa Post. Acting on a tip-off, Police
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Police arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) militia member from a forest near Talagumandi village under Narayanpatna Police limits in Koraput District of Odisha late on July 7, reports Orissa Post. Acting on a tip-off, Police arrested Pramod Tadingi (43), who was involved in many criminal activities in Odisha and Chhattisgarh. According to Police, Pramod was an active militia member and acted as the ‘area committee member, ACM’ of the Maoists. He had joined the group many years back and has led many offensives. Pramod was also involved in the set ablaze of vehicles used in a road construction work at Talagumandi area in Koraput District. A case was registered and he was produced in a court which remanded him to judicial custody.
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July - 7 
Srinagar based Defence spokesman said that an Area Domination Patrol (ADP) of Army while moving in general area Hawoora in Kulgam came under heavy stone pelting. “As the ADP tried to extricate, they were chased by an aggressive and menacing cro
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Srinagar based Defence spokesman said that an Area Domination Patrol (ADP) of Army while moving in general area Hawoora in Kulgam came under heavy stone pelting. “As the ADP tried to extricate, they were chased by an aggressive and menacing crowd of 400-500 persons which kept building up and coming dangerously close,” the spokesman said. He added that the troops while exercising extreme restraint, cautioned the stone pelters, who, however, failed to relent and repeatedly threw petrol bombs and stones at the patrolling party. “At one point of time, some unidentified militants also fired on the column. This resulted in some soldiers receiving grievous injuries”, he said. “In response to this grave provocation and to ensure the security of own troops, controlled firing was resorted to by the Army which resulted in an unfortunate loss of human lives. The matter is being investigated to ascertain facts on the ground,” the spokesman added. Meanwhile, soon after the funeral of the slain civilians at a school ground in Hawoora village, the people took to streets and staged massive protests against the Army for opening fire on the youth. Meanwhile, soon after the funeral of the slain civilians at a school ground in Hawoora village, the people took to streets and staged massive protests against the Army for opening fire on the youth.Meanwhile, soon after the funeral of the slain civilians at a school ground in Hawoora village, the people took to streets and staged massive protests against the Army for opening fire on the youth.
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July - 7 
The working committee of Naga National Political Groups (NNPGs) has said that Naga integration issue will be pursued democratically through people-to-people dialogue, reports Assam Tribune. The working committee pointed out that NNPGs and Govern
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The working committee of Naga National Political Groups (NNPGs) has said that Naga integration issue will be pursued democratically through people-to-people dialogue, reports Assam Tribune. The working committee pointed out that NNPGs and Government of India signed an agreement on November 17, 2017 in the manner of a preamble for further political negotiations, an agreed position upon which the negotiation would be based.
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July - 7 
Three civilians including a teenage girl were killed in Army firing during clashes in Redwani area of Kulgam District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 7, reports Daily Excelsior. An Army patrolling party opened fire upon a group of youth after they
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Three civilians including a teenage girl were killed in Army firing during clashes in Redwani area of Kulgam District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 7, reports Daily Excelsior. An Army patrolling party opened fire upon a group of youth after they pelted stones on them in Hawoora area of Khudwani near Redwani area on July 7. Five persons were injured and they were taken to nearby Primary Health Centre (PHC) Frisal where three among the injured were declared as brought dead. The deceased were identified as Shakir Ahmad Khanday (22), Irshad Ahmad (20) and Andleeb (16), daughter of Ali Mohammad. The injured were identified as Zahid Ahmad and Yawer Ahmad Dar.
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July - 7 
Two Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) were arrested on July 7 from Motongsa village in Changlang District, reports Northeast Today. The arrested individuals have been identified as Khamcha
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Two Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) were arrested on July 7 from Motongsa village in Changlang District, reports Northeast Today. The arrested individuals have been identified as Khamchang Tikhak alias Michale and Babloo Tikhak.
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July - 7 
Two persons—Rashid M.V. and Manouf Rehman who are accused in theValapattanam case of Islamic State (IS) in Kerala, turned to be ‘approvers’, reports The New Indian Express on April 24. The Statements of Rashid and Manouf were record
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Two persons—Rashid M.V. and Manouf Rehman who are accused in theValapattanam case of Islamic State (IS) in Kerala, turned to be ‘approvers’, reports The New Indian Express on April 24. The Statements of Rashid and Manouf were recorded in the presence of the Magistrate and the National Investigation Agency (NIA) initiated the steps to turn them approvers in the case, said an unnamed NIA officer. The investigation in the case is on-going as more persons from Kerala and their close associates have had travelled to Syria and probably staying in IS-controlled region, read the NIA statement.
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July - 7 
With several Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) commanders from Bihar engaged in disruptive activities in neighbouring Jharkhand desperately looking for ways to return to Bihar with their cadres and weapons, Bihar police are on high alert i
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With several Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) commanders from Bihar engaged in disruptive activities in neighbouring Jharkhand desperately looking for ways to return to Bihar with their cadres and weapons, Bihar police are on high alert in the border districts, reports New Indian Expresson July 8. The five districts on the Bihar -Jharkhand interstate boundary namely Aurangabad, Gaya, Nawada, Jamui and Banka being put on high alert.
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July - 8 
A task team of the core committee constituted by the Mizoram government to survey and inspect the Assam-border area has begun its task, reports The Telegraph on July 9. The core committee was constituted by the state government during a mee
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A task team of the core committee constituted by the Mizoram government to survey and inspect the Assam-border area has begun its task, reports The Telegraph on July 9. The core committee was constituted by the state government during a meeting of government officials and leaders of the state's apex student body, Mizo Zirlai Pawl (MZP) on May 21. MZP president L. Ramdinliana Renthlei who is a member of the team stated that they visited Saipum and Saiphai villages on the Assam-Mizoram border and interacted with residents there. The team will continue to visit border area and inspect the Zophai and Phaisen area on July 10. The survey of the border area will continue till July 18 and then a report will be submitted to chief minister Lal Thanhawla within the month end.
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July - 8 
An encounter broke out near Line of Control (LoC) in Nowgam sector of Handwara in Kupwara District on July 8 late night, adds Daily Excelsior. Army’s 20 Dogra and a group of militants believed to be infiltrators exchanged fire in the area in th
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An encounter broke out near Line of Control (LoC) in Nowgam sector of Handwara in Kupwara District on July 8 late night, adds Daily Excelsior. Army’s 20 Dogra and a group of militants believed to be infiltrators exchanged fire in the area in the night. A massive search operation was launched in the morning to trace out the militants.
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An encounter broke out near Line of Control (LoC) in Nowgam sector of Handwara in Kupwara District on July 8 late night, adds Daily Excelsior. Army’s 20 Dogra and a group of militants believed to be infiltrators exchanged fire in the area in th
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An encounter broke out near Line of Control (LoC) in Nowgam sector of Handwara in Kupwara District on July 8 late night, adds Daily Excelsior. Army’s 20 Dogra and a group of militants believed to be infiltrators exchanged fire in the area in the night. A massive search operation was launched in the morning to trace out the militants.
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July - 8 
Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said Islamic radical forces have spread their bases in the Northeast and sought inter-state and international cooperation to overcome the security challenge, reports Assam Tribune on July 9. The CM al
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Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said Islamic radical forces have spread their bases in the Northeast and sought inter-state and international cooperation to overcome the security challenge, reports Assam Tribune on July 9. The CM also said that ‘militants operating in one state find shelter in another and cross over to neighboring countries. There is also expansion of Islamic radical forces in the region. All northeastern states must come together to effectively meet the challenges’.
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July - 8 
Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said Islamic radical forces have spread their bases in the Northeast and sought inter-state and international cooperation to overcome the security challenge, reports Assam Tribuneon July 9. The CM also sai
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Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said Islamic radical forces have spread their bases in the Northeast and sought inter-state and international cooperation to overcome the security challenge, reports Assam Tribuneon July 9. The CM also said that ‘militants operating in one state find shelter in another and cross over to neighboring countries. There is also expansion of Islamic radical forces in the region. All northeastern states must come together to effectively meet the challenges’.
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July - 8 
Four elderly citizens who were abducted on July 5 at Sekmai area in Imphal East were released on July 8, reports Northeast Today. An investigation later led to the arrest of two abductors identified as Yumnam Anand Singh alias Tomba an
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Four elderly citizens who were abducted on July 5 at Sekmai area in Imphal East were released on July 8, reports Northeast Today. An investigation later led to the arrest of two abductors identified as Yumnam Anand Singh alias Tomba and Khwairakpam Robin Singh. The Sangai Express further adds that the victims were released at Saikul area in Kangpokpi District.
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July - 8 
Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) released pictures of new recruits from Jammu and Kashmir which include brother of an Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, who is posted in North East, reports Daily Excelsior. Shamsul Haq Mengnoo (25), hailing from Shopia
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Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) released pictures of new recruits from Jammu and Kashmir which include brother of an Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, who is posted in North East, reports Daily Excelsior. Shamsul Haq Mengnoo (25), hailing from Shopian in Shopian District, who was pursuing his BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery) from a Government College at Zakura in Srinagar District went missing in May this year (2018), fuelling speculation that he might have joined militancy. Mengnoo is a younger brother of 2012 batch Assam-Meghalaya cadre IPS officer Inamul Haq who is posted as Superintendent of Police (SP) of Hamren Police District in Assam. In a picture released on social media, Shamsul could seen be holding a gun. It shows date of joining militant ranks as May 25, 2018. His code name, according to the picture, is Burhan San
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July - 8 
Militants and Security Forces (SFs) exchanged fire Khanpora forest area of Magam in Handwara area of Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 8 evening, reports Daily Excelsior. Militants fired at the search party of the SFs leading to a gu
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Militants and Security Forces (SFs) exchanged fire Khanpora forest area of Magam in Handwara area of Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 8 evening, reports Daily Excelsior. Militants fired at the search party of the SFs leading to a gun battle. However, no reports of casualties were reported.
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July - 8 
Police recovered Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) posters from various places in Chitrakonda Block (administrative unit) of the Malkangiri District in Odisha on July 8, reports The Pioneer. The posters of CPI-Maoist&nb
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Police recovered Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) posters from various places in Chitrakonda Block (administrative unit) of the Malkangiri District in Odisha on July 8, reports The Pioneer. The posters of CPI-Maoist were put up in Papluru and Kurmanur Gram Panchayats (village level local-self government institution) and locals informed the Police on July 8. The posters have opposed the ganja cultivation in the District and accused the Police of protecting the ganja cultivators. The CPI-Maoist also warned Police of dire consequences and asked them to stop the practice immediately. While the local Police is charging INR 100,000 bribe from the ganja cultivators, the District Headquarter Police demands INR 300,000. Similarly, the Excise Department officials are also taking a bribe of INR 500,000 from hemp farmers, claimed one of the Maoist posters. The District administration should encourage farmers in the area to grow paddy, finger millet and little millet suggested a Maoist poster.
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Police recovered the body of a civilian, identified as Tariq Ahmad Mohand, who was abducted by unidentified assailants from his house at Heff village in Shopian District on July 8 evening, from Yaripora village in Kulgam District on July 9, reports&n
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Police recovered the body of a civilian, identified as Tariq Ahmad Mohand, who was abducted by unidentified assailants from his house at Heff village in Shopian District on July 8 evening, from Yaripora village in Kulgam District on July 9, reports Greater Kashmir. Ahmad is a carpenter by profession and is said to be a close relative of slain militant Bilal Ahmad Mohand.
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July - 8 
Policemen guarding the residence of Congress leader Peerzada Mohammad Sayeed fired few warning shots after protesters pelted stones at them in Kokernag area of Anantnag District on July 8, reports Daily Excelsior. Scores of youth assembled in Da
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Policemen guarding the residence of Congress leader Peerzada Mohammad Sayeed fired few warning shots after protesters pelted stones at them in Kokernag area of Anantnag District on July 8, reports Daily Excelsior. Scores of youth assembled in Damhal Khashipora village and pelted stones at the residence of Sayeed. The Policemen guarding the residence fired few warning shots to chase away the protesters.
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July - 8 
Security Forces (SFs) on July 8 prevented youth from marching towards the residence of Burhan Wani on his second death anniversary, adds Daily Excelsior. Scores of youth tried to defy curfew in Arigam and march towards the residence of Wani in S
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Security Forces (SFs) on July 8 prevented youth from marching towards the residence of Burhan Wani on his second death anniversary, adds Daily Excelsior. Scores of youth tried to defy curfew in Arigam and march towards the residence of Wani in Shariefabad. However, SFs deployed in strength in the area chased them away.
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July - 8 
SFs defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) found in a bucket in Pulwama District on July 8, reports Daily Excelsior. The IED was found on Pulwama-Sirnoo road in the Pulwama District and a Bomb Disposal Squad defused it.
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SFs defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) found in a bucket in Pulwama District on July 8, reports Daily Excelsior. The IED was found on Pulwama-Sirnoo road in the Pulwama District and a Bomb Disposal Squad defused it.
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July - 8 
Stones were pelted at the house of former National Conference (NC) leader Abdul Rasheed in Bulbul Bagh in Nowgam village of the Shangus Tehsil in Anantnag District on July 8, adds Daily Excelsior.
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Stones were pelted at the house of former National Conference (NC) leader Abdul Rasheed in Bulbul Bagh in Nowgam village of the Shangus Tehsil in Anantnag District on July 8, adds Daily Excelsior.
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July - 8 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has initiated the process of attaching properties belong to the Islamic State (IS) recruiter—T. Abdul Rashid Abdulla, who is accused of recruiting 20 persons from the State of Kerala to join IS, reports&n
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has initiated the process of attaching properties belong to the Islamic State (IS) recruiter—T. Abdul Rashid Abdulla, who is accused of recruiting 20 persons from the State of Kerala to join IS, reports The Hindu on July 8. Following the instructions from the NIA Court in Ernakulum District, the officials of NIA had put up a property attachment notice at Rashid’s residence in Udumbumthala, near Trikaripur village in Kasaragod District, Kerala. The notice also directed Rashid to appear before the NIA court on August 13.
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July - 8 
The Police Commissionerate of Bhubaneswar-Cuttack on July 8 arrested five persons—Rameswar Moharana (43) aka Ramesh, K. Ramesh (56), Pranam Bhoi (22), Dillip Bhoi (19), and Sarat Kumar Sahoo (32) aka Bapi, and recovered FICN
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The Police Commissionerate of Bhubaneswar-Cuttack on July 8 arrested five persons—Rameswar Moharana (43) aka Ramesh, K. Ramesh (56), Pranam Bhoi (22), Dillip Bhoi (19), and Sarat Kumar Sahoo (32) aka Bapi, and recovered FICNs worth INR 4.5 lakh along with a printing unit operating at Paluru Bangla street in Behrampur in Ganjam District of Odisha, reports Kalinga TV. The accused Rameswar Moharana and K. Ramesh belongs to Ganjam district, whereas other three accused are from Khordha District. The Tamando Police received the information about the FICN racket and raided in Mahura Bazaar area and arrested Pranam, Dillip and Sarat Kumar with FICNs in the denomination of INR 100, INR 500, and INR 2,000 worth INR 15,000. Based on the preliminary interrogation, Police arrested Rameswar and K. Ramesh and recovered FICNs worth INR 4,49,550 in denominations of INR 50, INR 100, INR 200, INR 500, and INR 2,000 from their possession. Along with the FICNs, the Police seized a colour printer, 22 Xerox cartridges, nine rubber stamps, 32 nail polish, 22 paper cutters, five cellular phones, and a steel scale from the FICN printing unit.
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July - 8 
The strike in Kashmir and restrictions in parts of the Valley disrupted life in Srinagar on second death anniversary of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘commander’ Burhan Wani on July 8, reports Daily Excelsior. Separatists had called for sh
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The strike in Kashmir and restrictions in parts of the Valley disrupted life in Srinagar on second death anniversary of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘commander’ Burhan Wani on July 8, reports Daily Excelsior. Separatists had called for shutdown and Tral march on the occasion of second death anniversary of Burhan Wani and against the killing of three civilians in Army firing in Qoimoh area of Kulgam District.Authorities imposed restrictions in seven Police Stations of Srinagar city and several other parts of Kashmir valley to prevent protests and rallies on Burhan’s death anniversary. Despite restrictions, students took out a protest rally in the premises of Kashmir University.
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July - 8 
Wife of a People’s Democratic Party (PDP) worker, was stabbed to death by unidentified assailants in Bandipora District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 8 night, reports Daily Excelsior. Official sources said that a group of three unidentified
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Wife of a People’s Democratic Party (PDP) worker, was stabbed to death by unidentified assailants in Bandipora District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 8 night, reports Daily Excelsior. Official sources said that a group of three unidentified persons entered the house of PDP worker Abdul Majid Dar at Shahgund Sumbal in Bandipora District, late on July 8 night with the intention to abduct him. However, his wife Shakeela (45) resisted the move when the unidentified persons were searching rooms, looking for Abdul Dar. They said Shakeela was stabbed several times with a sharp-edged weapon by the attackers, who managed to escape under the cover of darkness before the neighbours could come. Shakeela succumbed in the hospital early on July 9.
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July - 9 
A National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) was arrested on July 9 from Half Nagarjan in Dimapur District, reports Morung Express on July 9. The militant has been identified as Hito Chishi.
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A National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) was arrested on July 9 from Half Nagarjan in Dimapur District, reports Morung Express on July 9. The militant has been identified as Hito Chishi.
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July - 9 
A trooper of Assam Rifles (AR) identified as Ningthoujam Subash Singh was killed in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) attack by Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) near Skip village of Kamjong District, reports The Telegraph. The militants exploded
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A trooper of Assam Rifles (AR) identified as Ningthoujam Subash Singh was killed in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) attack by Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) near Skip village of Kamjong District, reports The Telegraph. The militants exploded two IEDs and fired up on the patrolling party of AR. E-Pao further adds that at least three AR troopers were wounded in the incident. Nagaland Post adds that PLA in an email stated that the attack was carried out by PLA militants under its ‘tactical command’.
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July - 9 
Army arrested three youth from Lalpora in Kupwara District during checking on July 9, adds Daily Excelsior. They have been handed over to the Police. The youth were identified as Asif Ahmad Bhat, Sameer Ahmad Sofi and Ghulam Hassan. One of them
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Army arrested three youth from Lalpora in Kupwara District during checking on July 9, adds Daily Excelsior. They have been handed over to the Police. The youth were identified as Asif Ahmad Bhat, Sameer Ahmad Sofi and Ghulam Hassan. One of them Sameer went missing from Pulwama last month.
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July - 9 
Army chief General Bipin Rawat on July 9 expressed confidence about the preparedness of the force to take on any threat manifested by inimical or anti-national elements, reports Daily Excelsior. The Army chief staff, accompanied by General Offic
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Army chief General Bipin Rawat on July 9 expressed confidence about the preparedness of the force to take on any threat manifested by inimical or anti-national elements, reports Daily Excelsior. The Army chief staff, accompanied by General Officer Commanding in Chief (GOC-in-C) of Western Command Lieutenant General Surinder Singh, visited Mamun Military Station in Pathankot in Punjab to review the operational preparedness and interact with the troops, a defence release said. Lieutenant General Mohan and GOCs of the Tiger and Gurj Divisions briefed General Rawat about the operational preparedness and upgradation of the security infrastructure, the release said.
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July - 9 
Army killed a militant in an encounter at Khanpora area of Magam in Handwara in Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 9, reports Daily Excelsior. An Army spokesperson said that the militant was killed after search party of Army’s 4
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Army killed a militant in an encounter at Khanpora area of Magam in Handwara in Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 9, reports Daily Excelsior. An Army spokesperson said that the militant was killed after search party of Army’s 47 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) intercepted a group of militants at Sangdi Balla in Khanpora near forest area. After being challenged the group of militants opened fire on the troops triggering an encounter in which one militant was killed. The body along with an AK-47 rifle was recovered and identity and the group affiliation of the militant were not ascertained yet. The operation to trace out the other members of the group was on till the time of reporting.
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July - 9 
Former Hmar People's Convention-Democratic (HPC-D) spokesperson Lathalien who is also a church leader from Imphal in Manipur, will be sworn in as the chief executive member (CEM) of Sinlung Hills Council, reports The Telegraph on July 10. Former
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Former Hmar People's Convention-Democratic (HPC-D) spokesperson Lathalien who is also a church leader from Imphal in Manipur, will be sworn in as the chief executive member (CEM) of Sinlung Hills Council, reports The Telegraph on July 10. Former HPC-D working chairman Lalthanglien alias L.T. Hmar of Zohmun village will take oath as the chairman and former deputy army chief of the Hmar militants, Lalbieknung of Saiphai village, will be sworn in as the deputy chairman of the interim council. THe swearing in ceremony is slated to be held on July 13 in Aizawl.
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July - 9 
Four persons were arrested along with AK rifles and drugs in Tanghdar sector of Kupwara District on July 9, reports Daily Excelsior. A Police spokesman said: “Continuing its efforts to weed out drug menace from the society, a special team
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Four persons were arrested along with AK rifles and drugs in Tanghdar sector of Kupwara District on July 9, reports Daily Excelsior. A Police spokesman said: “Continuing its efforts to weed out drug menace from the society, a special team of Police Station Karnah assisted by 124 battalion of BSF laid a Naka at Sadpora, Karnah.” The spokesman said that during the checking of two Sumo vehicles bearing Nos. JK 05-A 4359 and JK 09-8135 about 12 kilograms of contraband substance was recovered from the possession of Rafiq Ahmad and Zakir Hussain, both residents of Nawagabra Karnah. The spokesman said that while carrying out the search of another vehicle JK09- 8135, two persons were found travelling with AK-56 rifles. Upon their detailed search 2 AK-56 rifles, 2 magazines and AK 56 rounds were recovered from their possession. He identified the duo as Mushtaq Ahmad Malik and Shabir Gakhad, both residents of Hajitarah Karnah.
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July - 9 
India shall adopt ‘three-pronged’ approach to deal with China’s presence in the Maldives and would advise the Maldives regarding this, report Maldives Independent on July 10. India would track China’s activities caut
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India shall adopt ‘three-pronged’ approach to deal with China’s presence in the Maldives and would advise the Maldives regarding this, report Maldives Independent on July 10. India would track China’s activities cautiously, pursue its own projects and commitments and advise neighbour countries [emphasising the Maldives] on the consequences engaging with China, read a report from Indian daily newspaper Hindustan Times, citing an unnamed official familiar with the development. The relationship between India and the Maldives are under pressure because of China’s growing presence and also President Abdulla Yameen tightening his grip on power ahead of Presidential elections in September 2018.
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July - 9 
Militants hurled a grenade towards Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)’s 180 batallion at Batgund in Tral area of Pulwama District on July 9, adds Daily Excelsior. The grenade missed the intended target. However, no loss of life or injury
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Militants hurled a grenade towards Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)’s 180 batallion at Batgund in Tral area of Pulwama District on July 9, adds Daily Excelsior. The grenade missed the intended target. However, no loss of life or injury was reported.In a similar incident, militants hurled a grenade towards CRPF’s 180 batallion at Main town in Tral area of Pulwama District on July 9, adds Daily Excelsior. The grenade missed the intended target. However, no loss of life or injury was reported.
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July - 9 
Militants hurled a grenade towards Police Post Aripal in Tral area of Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 9 evening, reports Daily Excelsior. The grenade missed the intended target. However, no loss of life or injury was reported. Poli
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Militants hurled a grenade towards Police Post Aripal in Tral area of Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 9 evening, reports Daily Excelsior. The grenade missed the intended target. However, no loss of life or injury was reported. Police fired in air but militants managed to escape.
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July - 9 
Northeast Today reports that a militant of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Unification (NSCN-U) identified as ‘private’ Manbai Wangsu was arrested on July 9 from Zedua village in Longding District, where he was attempting to e
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Northeast Today reports that a militant of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Unification (NSCN-U) identified as ‘private’ Manbai Wangsu was arrested on July 9 from Zedua village in Longding District, where he was attempting to extort from the locals. During interrogation it was revealed that the militant had joined NSCN-IM in September 2016 and underwent weapons training at Dimapur from September to November 2016. He later defected to NSCN-U.
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July - 9 
on July 9 that security agencies strongly suspect the blasts to be the handiwork of the Indian Mujahideen (IM) in protest against alleged atrocities by a majority of Buddhists on Rohingyas in Myanmar. “Our interest in the Rohingya Solidarity Organisa
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on July 9 that security agencies strongly suspect the blasts to be the handiwork of the Indian Mujahideen (IM) in protest against alleged atrocities by a majority of Buddhists on Rohingyas in Myanmar. “Our interest in the Rohingya Solidarity Organisation (RSO) was aroused after reports of return of its founder members, Maulana Anawar and Dr. Younus, to Myanmar’s Arakan started pouring in from our counterparts in the R&AW in early January,” said an IB official. The duo had fled to London (United Kingdom) and Saudi Arabia, respectively, after the Junta had come down hard upon the outfit. They also have a military base-cum-training ground in Bangladesh’s Marichar District, the IB claims. “Among their trainers are operatives belonging to groups such as the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan (IMU) and the Islamic Movement of Kazakhstan (IMK) with local assistance from the Hafiat-e-Islam of Bangladesh as well as the ISI-backed Lashkar-e-Taiba,” said the official.
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July - 9 
On July 9, a United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militant identified as Laishom Rabi Singh was arrested from Imphal West District, reports Imphal Free Press. Various incriminating articles were seized from his possession.
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On July 9, a United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militant identified as Laishom Rabi Singh was arrested from Imphal West District, reports Imphal Free Press. Various incriminating articles were seized from his possession.
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July - 9 
Police recovered the body of a civilian, identified as Tariq Ahmad Mohand, who was abducted by unidentified assailants from his house at Heff village in Shopian District on July 8 evening, from Yaripora village in Kulgam District on July 9, reports&n
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Police recovered the body of a civilian, identified as Tariq Ahmad Mohand, who was abducted by unidentified assailants from his house at Heff village in Shopian District on July 8 evening, from Yaripora village in Kulgam District on July 9, reports Greater Kashmir. Ahmad is a carpenter by profession and is said to be a close relative of slain militant Bilal Ahmad Mohand.
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July - 9 
The Mizoram government on July 9 issued a notification constituting a 12-member interim council of the Sinlung Hills Council. Of the 12 members, three belong to the surrendered HPC-D while nine members are civilians. A notification issued by state ho
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The Mizoram government on July 9 issued a notification constituting a 12-member interim council of the Sinlung Hills Council. Of the 12 members, three belong to the surrendered HPC-D while nine members are civilians. A notification issued by state home department additional secretary Lalbiakzama said the term of the interim council would be for six months, which comes into effect from Monday. Four persons, Lalthlamuana Hmar, Darliensang Ralsun, J.C. Zairemkunga and Melody Lalchhuangzeli, the daughter of the outfit's ageing chairman H. Zosangbera, we-re appointed executive members. Roh-ringa Hmar, Rinsanga Ralte, Benjamin, B. Lal-thachhunga and Lalremruata Varte were appointed members of the interim council. The government is yet to appoint two more members from its side.
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July - 9 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) Special Court on July 9 has sentenced three accused and operatives of Indian Mujahideen (IM)—Gowhar Aziz Khomani, Kamal Hassan, and Mohammad Kafeel Akhtar, to seven years imprisonment in 2010 Bengaluru Ch
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) Special Court on July 9 has sentenced three accused and operatives of Indian Mujahideen (IM)—Gowhar Aziz Khomani, Kamal Hassan, and Mohammad Kafeel Akhtar, to seven years imprisonment in 2010 Bengaluru Chinnaswamy blast case, reports The Hindu. Out of 14 accused, three—Khomani, Hassan and Akhtar received one year rigorous of the seven years imprisonment. A penalty of INR 7.5 lakh was imposed on two of them, whereas INR 10 lakh penalty was imposed on the third convict. The trial of the other accused, including prime accused Yaseen Bhatkal, would continue. The next hearing has been posted for July 19.
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July - 9 
Two Border Security Force (BSF) troopers identified as Santosh Laxman and Vijay Nand Nayak, both natives of Karnataka, were killed in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast triggered by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in the f
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Two Border Security Force (BSF) troopers identified as Santosh Laxman and Vijay Nand Nayak, both natives of Karnataka, were killed in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast triggered by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in the forest of Tadbauli village under Chhote Bethiya Police Station limits in Kanker District of Chhattisgarh on July 9, reports The Pioneer. A team of the BSF's 121 battalion was out on an area domination operation on motorcycles. When the team was passing through a dirt track near Tadbauli, the motorcycle was blown away in the blast carried out by CPI-Maoist cadres using an IED hidden underground. The BSF jawans were seriously injured and died while being taken out of the forest, said Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) (Anti-Naxal Operation), Sundarraj P.
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July - 9 
Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres identified as Munnalal Varkade (42) and Indal were arrested by Police after an exchange of fire in a forest under Lanji Police Station limits of Balaghat District in Madhya Pradesh, reports 
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Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres identified as Munnalal Varkade (42) and Indal were arrested by Police after an exchange of fire in a forest under Lanji Police Station limits of Balaghat District in Madhya Pradesh, reports Business Standard on July 10. During the encounter, other CPI-Maoist cadres managed to flee after the Police retaliation. Munnalal Varkade is a carrying a reward of INR 300,000 announced by Chhattisgarh Police and INR 100,000 announced by Madhya Pradesh Police on his head. While, Indal carried a reward of INR 25,000 on his head, announced by the Chhattisgarh Police. Both the arrested CPI-Maoist cadres hail from Bhava in Rajnandgaon District, said Superintendent of Police Jaidevan A.
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July - 9 
Union Home Minister, Rajnath Singh on July 9 said that during four years of current government the security situation in the North Eastern region has drastically improved as compared to the 90s further adding that the insurgency related incidents hav
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Union Home Minister, Rajnath Singh on July 9 said that during four years of current government the security situation in the North Eastern region has drastically improved as compared to the 90s further adding that the insurgency related incidents have declined by 85 percent, reports Northeast Today. The Home Minister in a tweeted stated that ‘Today, Tripura and Mizoram are completely free from insurgency and there is tremendous improvement in other NE States as well. Due to this improvement in security situation the AFSPA has been completely lifted from Meghalaya & its coverage has been reduced in Arunachal Pradesh’.
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July - 10 
A petrol bomb was lobbed at the office of the Meghalaya Public Service Commission on July 10 in Shillong in East Khasi Hills District, reports The Telegraph. Superintendent of police (City), East Khasi Hills, S.A. Rynjah said the bomb was report
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A petrol bomb was lobbed at the office of the Meghalaya Public Service Commission on July 10 in Shillong in East Khasi Hills District, reports The Telegraph. Superintendent of police (City), East Khasi Hills, S.A. Rynjah said the bomb was reportedly lobbed inside the secretary's office. Northeast Today further adds that two people were seen coming out of the building soon after the fire was lit but police are yet to ascertain whether the two unidentified persons were behind the attack.
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July - 10 
A student of class 11th, identified as Ubaid Manzoor Lone who was injured critically in Security Forces (SF) firing at Nadihal area of Sopore in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir last month, succumbed to injuries on July 10, reports Daily
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A student of class 11th, identified as Ubaid Manzoor Lone who was injured critically in Security Forces (SF) firing at Nadihal area of Sopore in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir last month, succumbed to injuries on July 10, reports Daily Excelsior. On June 25, Ubaid, had suffered a critical bullet wound in his right thigh after Border Security Force (BSF) troopers of 149 battalion opened fire upon a group of students during protest. The separatists called strike in Kashmir for tomorrow (July 11) against killing of a civilian and injuries to 50 others in an encounter in Shopian.
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July - 10 
According to data compiled by Jammu and Kashmir’s Multi-Agency Centre (MAC), there has been a spike in the recruitment of local youths by militant groups in Jammu and Kashmir following the end of the ‘Ramzan ceasefire’, reports 
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According to data compiled by Jammu and Kashmir’s Multi-Agency Centre (MAC), there has been a spike in the recruitment of local youths by militant groups in Jammu and Kashmir following the end of the ‘Ramzan ceasefire’, reports The Indian Express on July 11. The data shows that, the month of June saw 27 youths from the Valley — mainly from Shopian, Pulwama, Anantnag and Kulgam Districts in South Kashmir — joining militancy. “The increase in the number of local youths picking the gun last month came after June 16, which was Eid, when the ceasefire ended and the Security Forces (SFs) decided to undertake operations,” said a Srinagar-based security official. After an all-time high of 28 in April, militant recruitment in the Valley had dropped to 14 in May. The data (till June-end) shows that 82 local youths have joined militancy since the beginning of the year, raising fears in the security establishment that this could be the worst year ever in terms of local recruitment of militants in the Valley. In 2017, 128 local youths were reported to have joined militancy, up from 84 in 2016, 83 in 2015 and 63 in 2014. Of the 82 who joined militancy this year, 38 joined the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), 18 joined the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and 19 joined the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM).
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July - 10 
All Assam Matak Yuba Chatra Sanmilan on July 10 announced a 48-hour statewide economic blockade from July 18 in protest against the delay in granting Scheduled Tribe (ST) status to six indigenous communities of the state, reports The Telegraph.
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All Assam Matak Yuba Chatra Sanmilan on July 10 announced a 48-hour statewide economic blockade from July 18 in protest against the delay in granting Scheduled Tribe (ST) status to six indigenous communities of the state, reports The Telegraph. The six communities seeking ST status are the Tai Ahoms, Morans, Muttocks, Sutias, Koch Rajbongshis and the Adivasis.
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July - 10 
Eastern Nagaland People’s Organisation (ENPO) on July 10 urged upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi to remove the tag of terrorist organisation from National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) and initiate peace talks, reports N
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Eastern Nagaland People’s Organisation (ENPO) on July 10 urged upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi to remove the tag of terrorist organisation from National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) and initiate peace talks, reports Nagaland Post. In a memorandum ENPO on behalf of the people of Chang, Khiamniungan, Konyak, Phom, Sangtam and Yimchunger appealed to the Indian Prime Minsiter for initiating peace process.
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July - 10 
Militants managed to escape from security cordon in the forest area of Kandi village in Kupwara District on July 10 evening, reports Daily Excelsior. Troops of 47 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) fired upon a group of militants in the forest area of Sadu G
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Militants managed to escape from security cordon in the forest area of Kandi village in Kupwara District on July 10 evening, reports Daily Excelsior. Troops of 47 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) fired upon a group of militants in the forest area of Sadu Ganga adjacent to Saderpora in Kandi village at around 5:05 pm after they spotted them. However, the militants managed to escape.
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July - 10 
On July 10, an Over Ground Worker (OGW) of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) was arrested from Kharsang in Changlang District, reports Northeast Today. The OGW was previously an active cadre of NSCN-Reformation (NSCN-R) an
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On July 10, an Over Ground Worker (OGW) of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) was arrested from Kharsang in Changlang District, reports Northeast Today. The OGW was previously an active cadre of NSCN-Reformation (NSCN-R) and had been apprehended by Assam Rifles in 2015. He confessed to having extorted money from a Junior Engineer at Miao in Changlang District on July 7.
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July - 10 
The Indian government is likely to move ahead to proscribe the Kerala-based Islamist radical outfit—Popular Front of India (PFI) - because of its anti-national activities, reports Mathrubhumi on July 11. The decision of the ban was ba
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The Indian government is likely to move ahead to proscribe the Kerala-based Islamist radical outfit—Popular Front of India (PFI) - because of its anti-national activities, reports Mathrubhumi on July 11. The decision of the ban was based on the report submitted by the Kerala Police Intelligence and Kerala’s Deputy Director of the Central Intelligence Bureau I.B. Rani. Also, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) had submitted its report to the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) which stated the anti-India activities of PFI.
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July - 10 
The pro-separatist Sikh organisation—Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) - offered the Sponsor category Visa of the United Kingdom (UK) to youth and political activists from Punjab to attend a gathering regarding the pro-Khalistani campaign of “Refer
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The pro-separatist Sikh organisation—Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) - offered the Sponsor category Visa of the United Kingdom (UK) to youth and political activists from Punjab to attend a gathering regarding the pro-Khalistani campaign of “Referendum 2020” which is scheduled on August 12, 2018, in London, UK, reports The Indian Express on July 11. SFJ is organising the free stay for the visitors from Punjab (India) from August 10 to 14 for the pro-Khalistani activities in London, said the New York-based legal advisor of SFJ Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. The pro-Khalistan group has started an ‘active’ social media campaign, asking the students in Punjab to e-mail a copy of their passport and their college ID card in order to get the sponsorship letter. A USA-based WhatsApp number has also been floated where these documents can be sent. On August 12, at Trafalgar Square, SFJ is going to hold the “declaration” in which Sikh political activists, in the presence of delegates from “Referendum 2020” seeking communities from around the world and would unveil the case for “Sikhs’ right to self-determination for the independence of Punjab”, said Pannun.
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July - 10 
Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an encounter with a team of District Reserve Guard (DRG) in a forest near Minpa village in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on July 10, reports Firstpost. A DRG jawan, identifi
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Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an encounter with a team of District Reserve Guard (DRG) in a forest near Minpa village in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on July 10, reports Firstpost. A DRG jawan, identified as Madkam Hura, sustained injuries during the exchange of fire with CPI-Maoist cadres, during an anti- Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] operation. Maoist cadres fled into dense forest taking the advantage of darkness after a brief exchange of fire. Police recovered weapons, explosives and other Maoist-related materials. The operation is still underway in the region, said Police.
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July - 10 
Two Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militants and an 18-year-old youth were killed and over 50 civilians injured in an encounter and ensuing clashes with Security Forces (SFs) at Kundallan village of Shopian District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 10, reports&n
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Two Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militants and an 18-year-old youth were killed and over 50 civilians injured in an encounter and ensuing clashes with Security Forces (SFs) at Kundallan village of Shopian District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 10, reports Daily Excelsior. Two soldiers including a Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) were also injured during the initial encounter. A Police spokesman said, “As the searches were going on, the militants hiding inside the house fired upon the search party leading to an encounter. Some of the civilians in the nearby houses were quickly evacuated by the security forces”. During the encounter both the hiding militants were killed and have been identified as Sameer Ahmad Sheikh son of Ghulam Mohammad Sheikh, resident of Rawalpora Shopian and Babar from Pakistan. They were affiliated with JeM outfit, the spokesman said. “Some civilians were also injured in cross firing at the site of encounter who were later evacuated to the hospital for medical attention. One of the injured persons [identified as Tamsheel Ahmad Khan (18)] later succumbed to his injuries while the other injured are stated to be stable now”, the spokesman added. Over 50 protesters, seven of them with bullets and others with pellets and teargas shelling were injured during clashes near the encounter site. Thousands of people including men, women and youth shouted slogans while the local militant Sameer and the civilian Tamsheel Ahmad Khan was being taken for last rites. A spontaneous shutdown was observed in Shopian and its adjoining areas.
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July - 10 
Two People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres identified as Satyendra Yadav and Rakesh Kumar were arrested in Masaurhi near Patna in Patna District of Bihar on July 10,
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Two People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres identified as Satyendra Yadav and Rakesh Kumar were arrested in Masaurhi near Patna in Patna District of Bihar on July 10, reports New Indian Express. The arrested PLFI duo was demanding a ransom of INR 50 million from the director of a construction company. The Police recovered a katta (locally assembled gun) and a pistol from them. During the interrogations the PLFI duo said the AK-47 rifle is currently with a PLFI leader known as Chuhwa. Police have stepped up efforts to arrest Chuhwa and recover the AK-47 rifle, said Superintendent of Police (SP), Rajendra Bhil.
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July - 10 
Union Minister of Home Affairs, Sushilkumar Shinde, said a "detailed" probe was being carried out by the NIA. Asked about any involvement of Naxals in the Gaya blasts, he said, "There are so many complex problems. Infiltration from other countries is
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Union Minister of Home Affairs, Sushilkumar Shinde, said a "detailed" probe was being carried out by the NIA. Asked about any involvement of Naxals in the Gaya blasts, he said, "There are so many complex problems. Infiltration from other countries is there, Naxalites are there, local communal disturbances are there. We have to see all angles."
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July - 11 
A 20-year-old youth, identified as Khalid Gafar (20) was killed while another injured in alleged Security Forces (SFs) firing during stone pelting protests at Trehgam area of Kupwara District on July 11, reports Daily Excelsior. Army allegedly o
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A 20-year-old youth, identified as Khalid Gafar (20) was killed while another injured in alleged Security Forces (SFs) firing during stone pelting protests at Trehgam area of Kupwara District on July 11, reports Daily Excelsior. Army allegedly opened fire after some youth pelted stones at their vehicles injuring two of them. Soon after the news about the youth’s killing spread, massive protests erupted in Trehgam and adjoining areas.
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A militant was killed in an encounter in Kandi forests of Kupwara District on July 11, reports Daily Excelsior. The militant was killed on July 11 night and his body was recovered on July 12 morning along with an AK- 47 rifle and other ammunitio
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A militant was killed in an encounter in Kandi forests of Kupwara District on July 11, reports Daily Excelsior. The militant was killed on July 11 night and his body was recovered on July 12 morning along with an AK- 47 rifle and other ammunitions during the search operation in Sadu Ganga in Kandi forest area. The identity of the slain militant was not known, however, preliminary investigation revealed that the militant group belonged to Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT).
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July - 11 
A shutdown called by separatists against the civilian killings disrupted life across Kashmir on July 11, reports Daily Excelsior. Separatist leaders Syed Ali Shah Geelani, Mirwaiz Umer Farooq and Yasin Malik, had called for Valley-wide shutdown
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A shutdown called by separatists against the civilian killings disrupted life across Kashmir on July 11, reports Daily Excelsior. Separatist leaders Syed Ali Shah Geelani, Mirwaiz Umer Farooq and Yasin Malik, had called for Valley-wide shutdown against the killings of civilians in Kashmir. The strike was called against killing of two militants and a civilian and injuries to over 50 protesters during a gunfight in Shopian District on July 10.
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July - 11 
A12-year-old boy, identified as Saliq Khursheed was killed and three others injured after an explosive device went off in the compound of Khursheed Ahmad Sheikh at Memendar village of Shopian District on July 11, reports Daily Excelsior. Four bo
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A12-year-old boy, identified as Saliq Khursheed was killed and three others injured after an explosive device went off in the compound of Khursheed Ahmad Sheikh at Memendar village of Shopian District on July 11, reports Daily Excelsior. Four boys and a girl were injured in the blast when an explosive they were fiddling with went off accidentally. The injured were identified as Arsalan, Suhaib, Tahir and Razia, all residents of Memander Shopian. A Police official said the initial investigation suggested that the children were fiddling with the explosives and trying to find out how it reached in the compound.
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July - 11 
All Mizoram civil society organizations have warmly welcomed the quadripartite agreement to repatriate Bru families from Tripura to Mizoram, reportsThe Telegraphon July 12. Mizoram NGO Co-ordination Committee, an umbrella organisations of all major c
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All Mizoram civil society organizations have warmly welcomed the quadripartite agreement to repatriate Bru families from Tripura to Mizoram, reportsThe Telegraphon July 12. Mizoram NGO Co-ordination Committee, an umbrella organisations of all major civil society and student bodies held a meeting at Central YMA office at Tuikhuahtlang in Aizawl to deliberate on the upcoming Bru repatriation. NGO Co-ordination Committee chairman and CYMA president Vanlalruata said they strongly welcome the Bru back. He also added that all genuine Bru families of Mizoram and their descendants, who enrolled in 1995 Mizoram electoral rolls, should return to Mizoram as per the agreement.
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July - 11 
An Army Commando, identified as Mukul Meena was killed and another soldier injured in an encounter at Sadu Ganga forest area of Kandi in Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 11, reports Daily Exclsior. The operation was launched in the
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An Army Commando, identified as Mukul Meena was killed and another soldier injured in an encounter at Sadu Ganga forest area of Kandi in Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 11, reports Daily Exclsior. The operation was launched in the area in the evening after Army’s 47 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) and a group of militants exchanged fire in the forest area. The militant group later managed to flee from the area.
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July - 11 
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan Nirmal Ghosh (30) was killed in an encounter with Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in a forest near Dalapani village near Dalma in East Singhbhum District of Jharkhand on July 11, reports&n
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Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan Nirmal Ghosh (30) was killed in an encounter with Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in a forest near Dalapani village near Dalma in East Singhbhum District of Jharkhand on July 11, reports The Telegraph. Security Forces (SFs) exchanged fire with CPI-Maoist cadres during the search operations in the jungles following intelligence inputs about the presence of Maoists in the area who had infiltrated from Dalma sanctuary side. Ghosh, was posted at Kesharpur picket in Galudih from 2017. He was a resident of Murshidabad District in West Bengal. The Police had information that 13-14 CPI-Maoist cadres were with the group led by Akash and Sachin, who operate along the Jharkhand-Bengal border, said Police.
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July - 11 
Naga National Council (NNC) stated that National Socialist Council of Nagaland-isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) which is engaged in a political dialogue with the Government of India is not a legitimate body of the Nagas, reports The Sangai Express on
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Naga National Council (NNC) stated that National Socialist Council of Nagaland-isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) which is engaged in a political dialogue with the Government of India is not a legitimate body of the Nagas, reports The Sangai Express on July 12. Talking with some media persons in Kohima NNC leaders maintained that they have very little to comment on the political dialogue and the Framework Agreement signed by the Government of India and NSCN-IM. One of the leader, identified as Nuvitshu, speaker of NNC stated that ‘As an illegitimate body is representing the Nagas, we don’t want to give any comment. Forget about Naga integration or sovereignty, nothing will come out of the ongoing dialogue process’.
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July - 11 
National Investigation Agency (NIA) on July 11 submitted supplementary charge sheet in connection with the ongoing trial of the Paraolon ambush of 2015, before a Special Court, reports The Sangai Express. The supplementary charge sheet comes aft
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National Investigation Agency (NIA) on July 11 submitted supplementary charge sheet in connection with the ongoing trial of the Paraolon ambush of 2015, before a Special Court, reports The Sangai Express. The supplementary charge sheet comes after the charge sheet of the case was submitted on December 19, 2015, along with a list of 65 prosecution witnesses before the Special Court NIA Manipur. In the earlier charge sheet it was submitted that ambush, which killed 18 personnel of 6 Dogra Regiment, was laid down by a joint group of 17 individuals belonging to different outfits.
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July - 11 
Representatives of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) are also attending the third session of the 21st-Century Panglong Peace Conference, which began on July 11 at Myanmar’s capital Naypyidaw, reports Nagaland Post. Though
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Representatives of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) are also attending the third session of the 21st-Century Panglong Peace Conference, which began on July 11 at Myanmar’s capital Naypyidaw, reports Nagaland Post. Though NSCN (K) signed a state-level ceasefire accord with the Myanmar government in April 2012, it is not a signatory to the Nationwide Ceasefire Agreement (NCA).
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July - 11 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested a militant of Peoples Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak-Progressive (PREPAK-pro) on July 11 from Lamai Bazar in Imphal East, reports Imphal Free Press. The militant was identified as Sinam Sobaschandra, alias Joychandra
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested a militant of Peoples Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak-Progressive (PREPAK-pro) on July 11 from Lamai Bazar in Imphal East, reports Imphal Free Press. The militant was identified as Sinam Sobaschandra, alias Joychandra Meitei.
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July - 11 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested an arms smuggler identified as Paotinmang Suantak from Pangzawl Cemetery in Churachandpur District on July 11, reports Imphal Free Press. One 9 mm pistol, 1 magazine and two mobile phones were recovered from the ar
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested an arms smuggler identified as Paotinmang Suantak from Pangzawl Cemetery in Churachandpur District on July 11, reports Imphal Free Press. One 9 mm pistol, 1 magazine and two mobile phones were recovered from the arrestee.
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July - 11 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested two National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isa-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants from Sapekhati in Charaideo District, tweets Eastern Army Command. Weapons and ammunition were recovered from the arrested militants.
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested two National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isa-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants from Sapekhati in Charaideo District, tweets Eastern Army Command. Weapons and ammunition were recovered from the arrested militants.
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July - 11 
The British High Commission in India on July 11 reacted cautiously to the reports regarding the Sikh separatist organization—Sikh For Justice (SFJ)’s plan to sponsor visa to youth and political activists from Punjab (India) to travel to L
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The British High Commission in India on July 11 reacted cautiously to the reports regarding the Sikh separatist organization—Sikh For Justice (SFJ)’s plan to sponsor visa to youth and political activists from Punjab (India) to travel to London, United Kingdom (UK) to participate in pro-Khalistan event “Referendum 2020”, reports The Tribune. "In the UK people have the right to gather together and to demonstrate their views, provided that they do so within the law. However, we [UK] will not tolerate any groups who spread hate or deliberately raise community fears and tensions by bringing disorder and violence to our towns and cities and the Police have comprehensive powers to deal with such activities,” said the British High Commission in India Spokesperson in Delhi.
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July - 12 
A public rally by East Naga Peoples Organisation (ENPO) demanding a separate state for the eastern districts of Nagaland was held in Tuensang town in Tuensang District on July 12, reports Eastern Mirror. According to a press release from the Con
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A public rally by East Naga Peoples Organisation (ENPO) demanding a separate state for the eastern districts of Nagaland was held in Tuensang town in Tuensang District on July 12, reports Eastern Mirror. According to a press release from the Confederation of Chang Students Union (CCSU), the president of the ENPO KekongchimYimchunger ‘highlighted’ the demand for ‘frontier Nagaland’ and claimed that ‘eastern Nagaland was not under any administrative establishments.’ He said that ‘as a Naga we do support the Naga political issue’ but the demand for ‘frontier Nagaland cannot be comprised or suppressed by any external force.’
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July - 12 
Chief Minister (CM) of Manipur Biren Singh on July 12 stated that a militant group had demanded INR 50 million from Manipur University Vice Chancellor (VC) Adya Prasad Pandey, reports Assam Tribune. Currently an agitation by Manipur University Teache
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Chief Minister (CM) of Manipur Biren Singh on July 12 stated that a militant group had demanded INR 50 million from Manipur University Vice Chancellor (VC) Adya Prasad Pandey, reports Assam Tribune. Currently an agitation by Manipur University Teachers and students demanding removal of VC has entered 43rd day. The CM also added that extortion letter and the ongoing agitation were “related” as he had not paid the amount demanded by the underground group.
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July - 12 
Five cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), including a militia ‘commander’ carrying reward of INR 100,000 on his head, were arrested by a joint team of Security Forces (SFs), who were out on a search operation, from
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Five cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), including a militia ‘commander’ carrying reward of INR 100,000 on his head, were arrested by a joint team of Security Forces (SFs), who were out on a search operation, from the forests of Balebeda village in Narayanpur District of Chhattisgarh on July 12, reports The Pioneer. According to Narayanpur Superintendent of Police (SP), Jitendra Shukla, they are identified as Guddu Ram Wadde (29), the militia ‘commander’, Chainu Ram Wadde (49), Raju Metami (44), Masia Ram (29) and Jano Maha (19), who is a woman cadre. Shukla also said that the five rebels were allegedly involved in an encounter with SFs that occurred on July 4 this year in Balebeda forest, in which two Maoists were killed in that incident. While Guddu was active as a Balebeda militia ‘commander’, the rest were working as militia members, the SP said. Police have seized a muzzle-loading gun from Guddu, he said.
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July - 12 
Former members of Achik National Volunteer Council-Breakaway faction (ANVC-B) threatened to launch an ‘open protest’ against Home Minister, James K Sangma for his ‘negligence’ in overseeing the quick and equal disbursal of the
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Former members of Achik National Volunteer Council-Breakaway faction (ANVC-B) threatened to launch an ‘open protest’ against Home Minister, James K Sangma for his ‘negligence’ in overseeing the quick and equal disbursal of the rehabilitation packages, reports Northeast Today on July 13. Former ANVC-B ‘secretary’ Deepan G Momin stated that ‘Our chairman wrote to James Sangma and even talked to him through phone but his ‘niatgenba’ which means ‘I will see’ is what can be termed as politician’s promise’. He also added that ‘In last joint monitoring committee meeting at Delhi, the state representatives informed that packages were released to 365 ANVC cadres which was surprisingly not known to ANVC representatives and they didn’t have records’.
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July - 12 
Government on July 12 ordered a magisterial inquiry into the killing of 20-year-old youth in Army firing on July 11 at Trehgam area of Kupwara District, reports Daily Excelsior.
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Government on July 12 ordered a magisterial inquiry into the killing of 20-year-old youth in Army firing on July 11 at Trehgam area of Kupwara District, reports Daily Excelsior.
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July - 12 
In a joint operation conducted by the Border Security Force (BSF), Ferozepur District Police and the Special Task Force (STF) on July 12, 2.77 kilogram of heroin and 50 Pakistan-made rounds of .30 calibre pistol were recovered from the Border Outpost
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In a joint operation conducted by the Border Security Force (BSF), Ferozepur District Police and the Special Task Force (STF) on July 12, 2.77 kilogram of heroin and 50 Pakistan-made rounds of .30 calibre pistol were recovered from the Border Outpost of Jagdish Sector along with the India-Pakistan border, reports The Tribune. Acting upon an input, the operation was carried out at a field of Khai Pheme Ki village of Ferozepur District in Punjab. The STF also arrested Baldev Singh who is resident of Nihalewala village of Ferozepur District and alleged cross-border drug peddler.
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July - 12 
Meghalaya Director General of Police, SB Singh on July 12 stated that insurgency, both at the eastern and western part of the country, has drastically reduced, but the security forces must remain alert and cannot lower its guard, reports Assam T
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Meghalaya Director General of Police, SB Singh on July 12 stated that insurgency, both at the eastern and western part of the country, has drastically reduced, but the security forces must remain alert and cannot lower its guard, reports Assam Tribune. He also added that there were inputs on Islamist radical forces in the region. He stated that ‘There are operational aspects involved to such issues and therefore I would not like to comment…but we are coordinating with States like Assam on these issues’.
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July - 12 
Odisha Police busted a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) camp inside Champajharan reserve forest under Chandiposh Police limits of Sundargarh District of Odisha on July 12, reports The New Indian Express. A group of 20 to 25 CPI-Maois
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Odisha Police busted a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) camp inside Champajharan reserve forest under Chandiposh Police limits of Sundargarh District of Odisha on July 12, reports The New Indian Express. A group of 20 to 25 CPI-Maoist cadres of Sambalpur-Deogarh-Sundargarh Division, led by Maoist leader Anmol Hembram alias Samarjee, managed to escape during the Police operation. After a tip off, Security Forces (SFs) from Chandiposh Police station, Special Operation Group (SOG), District Voluntary Force (DVF) and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) launched a search operation and detected the camp inside Champajharan reserve forest. The CPI-Maoist group is suspected to have cadres from Odisha, Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh. Security forces recovered four small can bombs, 21 bundles of wires, two bundles of lose electric wires, one whistle code, a pair of Maoist uniform, Maoist literature and other materials. The makeshift camp made of tarpaulin sheets was dismantled, said Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police (Western range), Kabita Jalan.
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July - 12 
On July 12, an unidentified National Socialist Council of Nagaland –Reformation (NSCN-R) militant was arrested from Khonsa town in Tirap District while attempting to extort money, reports Assam Tribune. Live ammunition, extortion notes and
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On July 12, an unidentified National Socialist Council of Nagaland –Reformation (NSCN-R) militant was arrested from Khonsa town in Tirap District while attempting to extort money, reports Assam Tribune. Live ammunition, extortion notes and some contraband items were recovered from the militant.
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July - 12 
On July 12, another an individual identified as Saddam Hussein was arrested from the vicinity of around Kshetrigao Rahmania Ground, in Imphal East District, reports Imphal Free Press. A pistol ,” two magazines of 9 mm pistol, two live rounds of
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On July 12, another an individual identified as Saddam Hussein was arrested from the vicinity of around Kshetrigao Rahmania Ground, in Imphal East District, reports Imphal Free Press. A pistol ,” two magazines of 9 mm pistol, two live rounds of 9mm pistol and a mobile phone with a Sim card were recovered from the arrestee.
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July - 12 
The pro-Khalistan campaign—Referendum 2020 was launched in London, United Kingdom (UK) on July 12, to determine if Sikhs shall have an independent State—Khalistan, reports The Times of India. The announcement of the campaign mad
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The pro-Khalistan campaign—Referendum 2020 was launched in London, United Kingdom (UK) on July 12, to determine if Sikhs shall have an independent State—Khalistan, reports The Times of India. The announcement of the campaign made by the Sikhs For Justice (SFJ)—a pro-Khalistan organisation was welcomed with a ‘sharp reaction’ from the Indian government. The Indian government has seen the reports regarding this and the matter has been taken up with the UK government. We [Indian government] have also issued a demarche to them. In response, we expect that the UK government would not allow any group whose intentions is to spread hatred and to impact the bilateral relations of India and UK, said the Ministry of External Affairs’ Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar. However, the campaign had called for a “Referendum 2020” which gives nearly 30 million Sikhs globally (including India)—a chance to vote for the creation of an independent sovereign State—the Khalistan, claimed SFJ.
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July - 12 
The Union Minister of Home Affairs (UMHA) Rajnath Singh would visit Bangladesh for three-day visit on July 13 [today], and expected to hold discussion mainly on the anti-terror cooperation, Rohingya refugees among other issues, with Bangladesh Prime
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The Union Minister of Home Affairs (UMHA) Rajnath Singh would visit Bangladesh for three-day visit on July 13 [today], and expected to hold discussion mainly on the anti-terror cooperation, Rohingya refugees among other issues, with Bangladesh Prime Minister (PM) Sheikh Hasina, reports India Today on July 12. The UMHA Rajnath Singh would be accompanied by top officials of UMHA and Border Security Force (BSF). During his visit, Rajnath Singh would meet Bangladesh Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan and will discuss anti-terror cooperation, radicalisation attempts by terror groups, Rohingya refugees matter, and the inflow of the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) from across the border.
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July - 12 
Two National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants were killed on July 12 in an encounter at Senua Noksa village in Longding District, reports The Telegraph. The militants have been identified as Tenwang Wangdam and Achan
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Two National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants were killed on July 12 in an encounter at Senua Noksa village in Longding District, reports The Telegraph. The militants have been identified as Tenwang Wangdam and Achan Wangsu. One Assam Rifles (AR) soldier was also wounded in the encounter. An K47 rifle and a pistol were also recovered.
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July - 12 
Union Home Minister (UHM) Rajnath Singh on July 12 described border population in Jammu and Kashmir as ‘asset for the country’ and important element to maintain border security as he directed the officials of the Union Ministry of Home Af
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Union Home Minister (UHM) Rajnath Singh on July 12 described border population in Jammu and Kashmir as ‘asset for the country’ and important element to maintain border security as he directed the officials of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) and officials of the State Government to improve social and economic infrastructure in the border areas to ensure that these people continue to live in the border villages, adds Daily Excelsior.
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July - 13 
A grenade was recovered and was later defused by the Bomb Disposal Squad of Police in Tral village of Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 13, reports Daily Excelsior. A suspected object was found by some locals at Hyuna village of Tral
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A grenade was recovered and was later defused by the Bomb Disposal Squad of Police in Tral village of Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 13, reports Daily Excelsior. A suspected object was found by some locals at Hyuna village of Tral and in the meantime, a police team reached the spot and recovered it. The grenade was probably left during an encounter on June 19 in which three Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militants were killed.
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July - 13 
A soldier was injured when he was shot by a Pakistani sniper from across the Line of Control (LoC) in RajouriDistrict of Jammu and Kashmir on July 13, reports Daily Excelsior. The incident took place on July 13 evening when the soldier was manni
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A soldier was injured when he was shot by a Pakistani sniper from across the Line of Control (LoC) in RajouriDistrict of Jammu and Kashmir on July 13, reports Daily Excelsior. The incident took place on July 13 evening when the soldier was manning a forward post in Khour area in Akhnoor sector.
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July - 13 
A women Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre identified as Hungi, was killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in a forest near Somagudem village in Sukma District in Chhattisgarh on July 13, reports Business Standard. The
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A women Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre identified as Hungi, was killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in a forest near Somagudem village in Sukma District in Chhattisgarh on July 13, reports Business Standard. The encounter took place when a team of District Reserve Guard (DRG) of Police was out for a combing operation and were cordoning off the area between Lingapalli and Pedagudem villages, leading to an exchange of fire. The search operation is still underway, said Deputy Inspector General (DIG) (anti-Naxal operations) Sundarraj P.
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July - 13 
After the Malaysian Prime Minister (PM) Mahathir Mohamed’s controversial response to India’s request of deportation of Zakir Naik, three Malaysian ministers—Y.B. Gobind Singh Deo, Y.B. Xavier Jayakumar, and M. Kulasegaran discussed
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After the Malaysian Prime Minister (PM) Mahathir Mohamed’s controversial response to India’s request of deportation of Zakir Naik, three Malaysian ministers—Y.B. Gobind Singh Deo, Y.B. Xavier Jayakumar, and M. Kulasegaran discussed the matter with PM Mohamed and requested the Attorney General for the official request made by India in this matter, reports The Tribune on July 14. Emphasising the rule of law, “It is not right for the government nor one man to decide this matter, it should be decided by law in the courts as they have the duty to dispense justice,” said Malaysia’s Human Resource Minister Kulasegaran.
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July - 13 
At least two of over 20 people from Kerala who were lured by the Islamic State (IS) are feared killed in US's superbomb attack on Afghanistan's Nangarhar late on April 13, reports India Today. The Pentagon confirmed that the US dropped GBU-43
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At least two of over 20 people from Kerala who were lured by the Islamic State (IS) are feared killed in US's superbomb attack on Afghanistan's Nangarhar late on April 13, reports India Today. The Pentagon confirmed that the US dropped GBU-43 bomb, the largest non-nuclear weapon in its arsenal, on the IS tunnel in Afghanistan's Nangarhar province.Indian intelligence agencies said that the last known location of Indian IS recruits was Nangarhar, the region where the US military dropped its 'Mother Of All Bombs' (MOAB) targeting secret tunnels of the terror group. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is now planning to send a team to Afghanistan to ascertain the fate of Indians affected in the US bomb attack.
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July - 13 
Authorities did not allow Friday prayers at Jamia Masjid Trehgam while stone pelting clashes were reported from Badergam and Hirri areas of the Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 13, reports Daily Excelsior.
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Authorities did not allow Friday prayers at Jamia Masjid Trehgam while stone pelting clashes were reported from Badergam and Hirri areas of the Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 13, reports Daily Excelsior.
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July - 13 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) posters protesting Polavaram project of Andhra Pradesh were found from different places at Chitrakonda block in Malkangiri District of Odisha on July 13 (today), reports Orissa Post. The posters were
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) posters protesting Polavaram project of Andhra Pradesh were found from different places at Chitrakonda block in Malkangiri District of Odisha on July 13 (today), reports Orissa Post. The posters were put up by the Malkangiri-Koraput-Visakhapatnam Border (MKVB) division of the CPI-Maoist. The Police was informed about the posters when some locals noticed them pasted at different places of Chitrokonda block. A number of posters were found pasted on roadside walls in Gunthabeda, Kurmanur and Dorabeda villages opposing the Polavaram project claiming it as anti-people. The Maoists wanted immediate withdrawal of the project for the benefit of locals.Similarly, through their posters the Maoists also warned the Grama Rakshis (village guards) working under various Police Stations in Malkangiri District to quit their jobs immediately to avoid action in the hands of the members of the Left Wing Extremists (LWEs).
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July - 13 
Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on July 13 rejected a United Nations (UN) report on alleged human rights violation in Jammu and Kashmir, saying Indian Army exercises maximum restraint in carrying out operations in the troubled State, reports 
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Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on July 13 rejected a United Nations (UN) report on alleged human rights violation in Jammu and Kashmir, saying Indian Army exercises maximum restraint in carrying out operations in the troubled State, reports Daily Excelsior. “It was a report which was prepared sitting somewhere else. The assessment is totally without basis. The Indian Army shows maximum restraint in conducting operations including in J&K,” she said. Asked about recruitment of youths in Kashmir by militant outfits, Sitharaman said the Security Forces (SFs) are keeping an eye on it. “We are also focusing who is behind motivating them (to join the militant outfits),” she said. She also said that the Army has not been given any fresh instructions after Jammu and Kashmir was brought under the Governor’s rule.
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July - 13 
East Garo Hills Police on July 13 recovered a huge stache of hidden arms and ammunition of Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) from Bawegre and Dorengkegre in East Garo Hills District, reports Northeast Today. The recovered items include
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East Garo Hills Police on July 13 recovered a huge stache of hidden arms and ammunition of Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) from Bawegre and Dorengkegre in East Garo Hills District, reports Northeast Today. The recovered items include 347 rounds of ammunition, 2 AK Rifle body, 1 AK 56 rifle without magazine, 4 pistols, 6 pistol magazines, 6 shotgun cartridges, 52 nos. of 7.65 m.m. pistol ends, 1 Chinese grenade, 57 nos. of 7.62 ammunition, four Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), 9 Remote IED circuits, 28 electronic detonators, 7 bullet charger clips, five Under Barrell Grenade Launcher (UBGL) shells, 485 AK 47 bullets, 104 rounds of .303 rifle, 2659 rounds of 7.7 m.m. rifle.
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July - 13 
Eight supportersof People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as RampreetSaha, Iqbal Khan Lathakol, KaleshwarSaha, Deepak TopanoBarbeda, BaboolSahaBano, Shivkar
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Eight supportersof People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as RampreetSaha, Iqbal Khan Lathakol, KaleshwarSaha, Deepak TopanoBarbeda, BaboolSahaBano, ShivkaranSaha, Arun Kumar Saha and Anoop Kumar Saho were arrested by Bano Police in Simdega District of Jharkhand on July 13, reports Dainik Jagran. The Police recovered one desi katta, one bullet and a mobile from the arrested PLFI supporters.
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July - 13 
India’s Raksha Mantri [Defence Minister] Nirmala Sitharaman has said on July 13 that India shall hold the bilateral strategic dialogue ‘2+2’ with the United States (US) in the first week of September this year [2018]. The meeting ag
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India’s Raksha Mantri [Defence Minister] Nirmala Sitharaman has said on July 13 that India shall hold the bilateral strategic dialogue ‘2+2’ with the United States (US) in the first week of September this year [2018]. The meeting agenda would be to develop and strengthen the existing framework of strategic defence cooperation between India and the US, reports The Times of India.
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July - 13 
Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre identified as Ramjit Ram was lynched to death, while another JJMP cadre identified as Daroga Oraon was assaulted by civialins at village B
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Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre identified as Ramjit Ram was lynched to death, while another JJMP cadre identified as Daroga Oraon was assaulted by civialins at village Bariyatu under Manika Police Station in Latehar District of Jharkhand on July 13, reports The Pioneer. JJMP cadres identified as Hari, Ashok, Manesh, Daroga and Ramjit Ram raided the house of Jitender Singh to demanded INR 15,000 as 'levy' from him and beat him up with lathis. Jitender’s brother Birender was also beaten up. Jitender and his brother raised hue and cry and soon a crowd of villagers ran to help them and nabbed the two cadres of JJMP, Ramjit Ram and Daroga Oraon and beat them with lathis in which Ram died while Oraon is battling for life, said Police official.
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July - 13 
Militants attacked the Police Station Yaripora in Kulgam District on July 13, reports Daily Excelsior. Militants opened fire on the Police Station Yaripora. The guards retaliated. However, there was no injury on the either side.
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Militants attacked the Police Station Yaripora in Kulgam District on July 13, reports Daily Excelsior. Militants opened fire on the Police Station Yaripora. The guards retaliated. However, there was no injury on the either side.
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July - 13 
Stonepelting clashes were also reported from Nowshera, Soura and Mouchawa area of Srinagar District on July 13, adds Daily Excelsior. Police and paramilitary forces resorted to teargas shelling to disperse the protesters. However, there were no
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Stonepelting clashes were also reported from Nowshera, Soura and Mouchawa area of Srinagar District on July 13, adds Daily Excelsior. Police and paramilitary forces resorted to teargas shelling to disperse the protesters. However, there were no reports of injury to anyone in the clashes.
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July - 13 
Thasleem Abdurehman K.O.P, a resident of Kannur District, Kerala who was alleged to be a ‘financial agent’ of Islamic State (IS) has denied all the allegations made by the investigation agencies against him, reports The Times of Indi
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Thasleem Abdurehman K.O.P, a resident of Kannur District, Kerala who was alleged to be a ‘financial agent’ of Islamic State (IS) has denied all the allegations made by the investigation agencies against him, reports The Times of India on July 14. Referring to his Facebook post of July 9, Thasleem agreed that he collected money from Manaf and handed over to Shajil—the IS operative from Kannur (Kerala), without knowing the actual intentions behind this. In October 2016, Manaf sent a message to Thasleem and asked him to give USD 4,000 to Shajil, who was likely to arrive in Dubai, UAE. Thasleem worked in UAE. “I would not have done that transaction using my Identification if I would have realise that it will land me in trouble later. There are numerous illegal money transaction channels in the Gulf,” said Thasleem in his Facebook Post. In his last line of the Facebook post, he mentioned that his both friends—Manaf and Shajil have become Shaheeds (Martyrs), links Thasleem to the IS ideology, said an unnamed Police official.
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July - 13 
The government of the United Kingdom (UK) has no plans to ban a pro-Khalistan campaign—“Referendum 2020” organised by the Sikh separatist groups-based in UK as long as it stays within the limits of the law and remains non-violent, s
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The government of the United Kingdom (UK) has no plans to ban a pro-Khalistan campaign—“Referendum 2020” organised by the Sikh separatist groups-based in UK as long as it stays within the limits of the law and remains non-violent, said an unnamed senior UK government official on July 13, reports The Tribune.
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July - 13 
Two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel including an officer were killed and two others including a civilian were injured after militants attacked the CRPF party of 96/D battalion near Achabal in Anantnag District of Jammu and Kashmir on Ju
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Two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel including an officer were killed and two others including a civilian were injured after militants attacked the CRPF party of 96/D battalion near Achabal in Anantnag District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 13, reports Daily Excelsior. The deceased were identified as Assistant Sub Inspector (ASI), ML Meena and Constable Sandeep Singh Yadav. Later, Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) claimed responsibility for the attack.
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July - 13 
Unidentified assailants opened fire at Gamnom Veng, Moreh in Tengnoupal District on July 13, reports Imphal Free Press. An exploded Lathode shell and several empty cases of bullets along with two unexploded Lathode shells were recovered from the spot
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Unidentified assailants opened fire at Gamnom Veng, Moreh in Tengnoupal District on July 13, reports Imphal Free Press. An exploded Lathode shell and several empty cases of bullets along with two unexploded Lathode shells were recovered from the spot.
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July - 14 
As many as 52 people, including 24 Security Forces (SFs) personnel, were killed and scores of others, mostly civilians, injured this year (2018) in more than 1,250 ceasefire violations by Pakistan along the LoC and International Border (IB), adds&nbs
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As many as 52 people, including 24 Security Forces (SFs) personnel, were killed and scores of others, mostly civilians, injured this year (2018) in more than 1,250 ceasefire violations by Pakistan along the LoC and International Border (IB), adds Daily Excelsior.
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July - 14 
On July 14, Dimapur Police arrested an extortionist identified as KumughaChophy and recovered INR 1,750 from him, reports Morung Express. On the same day, another extortionist was arrested or collecting illegal tax from business community in the
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On July 14, Dimapur Police arrested an extortionist identified as KumughaChophy and recovered INR 1,750 from him, reports Morung Express. On the same day, another extortionist was arrested or collecting illegal tax from business community in the name of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Reformation (NSCN-R), reports Morung Express. INR 6,000 was recovered from the arrestee.
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July - 14 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested two Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Reformation faction (NSCN-Reformation) militants at Injan II village in Changlang district on July 14, reports The Telegraph. The cadres were identified as WingjungLong
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested two Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Reformation faction (NSCN-Reformation) militants at Injan II village in Changlang district on July 14, reports The Telegraph. The cadres were identified as WingjungLongri and BonnangMossang. A pistol, three rounds and three blank extortion pads were recovered from them. They admitted to being involved in extortion."
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July - 14 
Three cadres of Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), were arrested in two separate incidents in Rohtas and Kaimur Districts of Bihar on July 14, reports Business Standard. In the
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Three cadres of Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), were arrested in two separate incidents in Rohtas and Kaimur Districts of Bihar on July 14, reports Business Standard. In the first incident, Security Forces (SFs) arrested Dadan Kharwar from Khukhma in Kaimur District of Bihar. In the second incident, SFs raided Salma village in Rohtas District and arrested Ramdular and Nawal with the information provided by Dadan. Police recovered a country made pistol and several live cartridges from the TPC duo arrested from Salma village. All the arrested TPC cadres were involved in cases related to extortion and kidnapping for ransom, said Superintendent of Police (SP), Satyavur Singh
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July - 14 
Two civilians identified as ChandruKavde (40) and Milan Haldar (19), were killed by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in separate incidents in Kanker District of Chhattisgarh, reports NDTV on July 16.In the first inci
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Two civilians identified as ChandruKavde (40) and Milan Haldar (19), were killed by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in separate incidents in Kanker District of Chhattisgarh, reports NDTV on July 16.In the first incident, Kavde, who hails from Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)]-affected Gadchiroli District in Maharashtra was abducted by CPI-Maoist cadres from his village on July 15. His body was spotted by villagers in the forests in Baande area of Kanker District on July 16. The body of the civilian is recovered by Police. In the second incident, Haldar was killed by CPI-Maoist cadres after accusing him of being a Police informer in Rengawahi village under Chootebethiya Police Station areain Kanker District. A group of CPI-Maoist cadres had stormed into Rengawahi on the July 14 and abducted two villagers including Haldar. Police recovered bullet-ridden body of Haldar was found in the nearby forest on July 15, while another abducted villager is still in the captivity of the CPI-Maoist, said Police officer.
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July - 14 
Uttarakhand Police on July 14 has arrested two men—Arun Kaushal (32) and Pankaj Rawat (30), from Gauchar town of Chamoli District and recovered the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) of worth INR 6.04 lakh from their possession, reports Hi
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Uttarakhand Police on July 14 has arrested two men—Arun Kaushal (32) and Pankaj Rawat (30), from Gauchar town of Chamoli District and recovered the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) of worth INR 6.04 lakh from their possession, reports Hindustan Times. The duo used to do labour jobs and printed FICNs at home using a colour printer with motive to repay their debt of amount INR five lakh. For this activity, they took help from YouTube videos for printing methods. They had plans to circulate the FICNs in villages, assuming that villagers could not differentiate between the real and fake currency notes, said the Station House Officer (SHO) of KarnprayagKotwali Chitragupta. “The police are taking necessary steps to curb circulation of FICNs in the State, but the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) should do more about making the masses aware about fake and real currency notes,” said Additional Director-General (Addl DG) of Police Ashok Kumar.
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July - 15 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadresallegedly killed avillage sarpanch(headman) in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on July 15, reportsIndia Today. Pose Ram (42),sarpanchof Paurnar village, was stabbed to death last night, Police sai
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadresallegedly killed avillage sarpanch(headman) in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on July 15, reportsIndia Today. Pose Ram (42),sarpanchof Paurnar village, was stabbed to death last night, Police said. A group of Maoists entered Ram's house and killed him, and also beat up his son before leaving the spot, the Police said. The Maoists may have killed thesarpanchto express their opposition to a proposed bridge across the Indravati river at Paurnar, the Police said, adding that a search was on for the rebels.
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July - 15 
Computer Systems of Mahatma Gandhi Mission Hospital— a private hospital in Navi Mumbai of Thane and Raigad Districts came under attack of a Ransomware—a malware on July 15, in which attackers sought a ransom in Bitcoins, reports The
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Computer Systems of Mahatma Gandhi Mission Hospital— a private hospital in Navi Mumbai of Thane and Raigad Districts came under attack of a Ransomware—a malware on July 15, in which attackers sought a ransom in Bitcoins, reports The Tribune. Hospital staff members found their computer systems virtually locked with an encrypted message by unidentified attackers demanding the ransom amount in Bitcoins to unlock the computer systems, said Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Crime Branch Tushar Doshi. The data of last 15 days saved on computer systems has been locked. The Cyber Cell of Navi Mumbai Police is investigating the case. The ransomware has affected the computerised billing and medical prescription systems, said DCP Doshi. A case under Section 43 of the Information Technology (IT) Act has been registered with the Vashi Police Station in Navi Mumbai.
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July - 15 
In a report of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA), the Intelligence Bureau (IB) has claimed that Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) maintained a ‘special cell’ to monitor the most-wanted terrorists in India who are
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In a report of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA), the Intelligence Bureau (IB) has claimed that Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) maintained a ‘special cell’ to monitor the most-wanted terrorists in India who are arrested in foreign countries—with a purpose to interrupt India’s plea to deport or extradite them [terrorists], reportsThe Tribuneon July 16. The Special cell of ISI produced forge documents to claim the custody of India’s most-wanted terrorists to prevent their deportation to India. In a recent example, the government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) deported two terror suspects—Farukh Devdiwala and Sam, wanted in India but handed-over to Pakistan after latter’s intervention into the matter, read the UMHA report.
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July - 15 
In an attempt to strengthen the framework of the agencies, the Government of India has plan to make amendments to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) Act 2008, and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) ACT (UAPA) 1967, reports The Tribune&nbs
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In an attempt to strengthen the framework of the agencies, the Government of India has plan to make amendments to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) Act 2008, and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) ACT (UAPA) 1967, reports The Tribune on July 16. The draft of the Bills for amendments has been prepared and likely to be introduced in the Monsoon Session of the Parliament that begins on July 18. As per the proposal, the NIA shall be allowed to investigate the cases of terrorist activities and attacks on Indians in abroad and seize and attach properties representing proceeds of terrorism. It will also make the NIA—the nodal authority for investigating the cases of human trafficking. However, the proposed amendment in the UAPA will allow the government to designate an individual suspected to have terror links as a terrorist, said an unnamed official. Similar powers are with the United States’ (US) Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), which were exercised to conduct parallel investigations post-2008 Mumbai attacks in which six Americans were killed.
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July - 15 
Kashmir Police confirmed that at least two local youths from Chenab Valley of Jammu region of Jammu and Kashmir have joined militant ranks, reports The Indian Express on July 16.While Abid Hussain Butt of Soujan, 15 kilometres from Doda tow
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Kashmir Police confirmed that at least two local youths from Chenab Valley of Jammu region of Jammu and Kashmir have joined militant ranks, reports The Indian Express on July 16.While Abid Hussain Butt of Soujan, 15 kilometres from Doda town in DodaDistrict, has joined the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Talib Gujjar of Padyarna in Nagsini tehsil of KishtwarDistrict has joined the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), sources confirmed.While the former was working as a labourer in the Valley for the past few months, the latter went missing from home two years ago, they said.Talib was declared an active militant recently following inputs about his movement with an armed group in Dachhan area of KishtwarDistrict.Police came to know about Abid, code named ‘Abu Tarab’, after the LeT uploaded his photograph carrying arms on social media.Jammu and KashmirDirector General of Police (DGP) S P Vaid confirmed reports of a youth from Doda joining LeT ranks in the Valley. Another youth is missing from Kishtwar, he said, adding that Police are looking for him.Terrororganisations have been luring youth from everywhere, including other parts of the country, Vaid said, adding that it remains to be seen how successful they are. Police are keeping a watch on all such activities, he said.
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July - 15 
Manipur State Chief Minister, N Biren Singh stated that the Government of Manipur would be compelled to take “extreme” steps if the ‘Naga Deal’ hurts the states interest, reports Morung Express on July 16. He stated
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Manipur State Chief Minister, N Biren Singh stated that the Government of Manipur would be compelled to take “extreme” steps if the ‘Naga Deal’ hurts the states interest, reports Morung Express on July 16. He stated that while his government is in favour of a peaceful settlement of the Naga political issue, the central government must take the consent of the state assembly if the settlement involves any part of Manipur – be it cultural, administrative, traditional, economic or territorial.He also added that the state was seeking a veto power over the Naga peace deal. He stated that ‘If the state assembly does not agree, it should not happen.’
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July - 15 
One of the founder of Indian Mujahideen (IM) and accused of the Wagamon/Vagamon SIMI (Students Islamic Movement of India) camp case—Abdul Subhan Qureshi aka Tauqeer, has been shifted from Viyyur Central Jail in Thrissur District of Ke
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One of the founder of Indian Mujahideen (IM) and accused of the Wagamon/Vagamon SIMI (Students Islamic Movement of India) camp case—Abdul Subhan Qureshi aka Tauqeer, has been shifted from Viyyur Central Jail in Thrissur District of Kerala to Mumbai, Maharashtra, as the part of the case is to be probe by the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), reports The New Indian Express on July 16. A production warrant was issued from a court in Mumbai, following which the National Investigation Agency (NIA) Court permitted him to be taken to Mumbai. The cases in Mumbai are probed by the Maharashtra ATS and the NIA is likely to take him into custody for interrogation.
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July - 15 
People’s Revolutionary Front (UPRF) (Zogam Army), an ethnic Kuki militant outfit having its base in Singhason hill range of Karbi Anglong Autonomous District, has decided to shun the path of violence and join the mainstream, reports Nagaland Po
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People’s Revolutionary Front (UPRF) (Zogam Army), an ethnic Kuki militant outfit having its base in Singhason hill range of Karbi Anglong Autonomous District, has decided to shun the path of violence and join the mainstream, reports Nagaland Post on April 16. Expressing its keenness for coming over ground, Johnson Kuki one of the ‘leaders’ of the group, on behalf of the UPRF through a press release informed that the organization has decided to join the mainstream in response to the call of Assam Chief Minister (CM) Sarbananda Sonowal who has invited insurgent outfits to ‘come to table for talks.’ “The UPRF (Zogam Army) has full faith on the government of Assam led by Sarbananda Sonowal hence have decided to shun the path of violence and join the mainstream,” the statement said. The UPRF has also directed all its units and cadres to stop ‘regular routine operation in their areas’ and remain inside their camps till the peace process completes. The UPRF has requested all civil societies to extend support to the peace process for the greater interest of peace and harmony in Karbi Anglong. Meanwhile, CM Sarbananda Sonowal was assured by the Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi on April 12 that the sealing of the international border (India-Bangladesh) is one of the top priorities of the Central Government of India and he would instruct the Ministry of Home Affairs to take up the matter on a war footing, reports The Sentinel.
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July - 15 
Telangana Police arrested two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, identified as P Ramesh Chander, a Maoist courier and Jabali, the Maoist sympathiser during checking being carried out near Gopalpur area in Warangal District
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Telangana Police arrested two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, identified as P Ramesh Chander, a Maoist courier and Jabali, the Maoist sympathiser during checking being carried out near Gopalpur area in Warangal District of Telangana on July 15, reports The New Indian Express. The Maoist duo saw the Police conducting vehicle checking, Jabali jumped from the vehicle and started running. The Police grew suspicious and took Ramesh Chander into custody and interrogated. Ramesh confessed that he was the courier of Karimnagar-Khammam-Warangal (KKW) ‘secretary’, Damodhar and was carrying INR 500,000 for him, which he collected from a contractor. Police also arrested Jabali later. The Police recovered two cellphones, a two-wheeler and revolutionary literature from the arrested Maoists. Ramesh Chander is working in the revenue department since 1994 and is District ‘secretary’ of Civil Liberty Organisation. He was also the member of Radical Student's Union (RSU), before joining Government services, said Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP),crime, Ashok Kumar
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July - 15 
The arrested Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative—Abdul/Abdus Subhan Qureshi has confessed to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) that the SIMI—Students Islamic Movement of India was regrouped as SIM as a result of crackdown and intended
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The arrested Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative—Abdul/Abdus Subhan Qureshi has confessed to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) that the SIMI—Students Islamic Movement of India was regrouped as SIM as a result of crackdown and intended to connect with the ‘leaders’ of the terror outfits globally, reports The Times of India on July 16. Allegedly, Qureshi was involved in the activities of SIMI and IM and was in contact with Pakistan-based terror groups’ ‘leaders’. In last 10 years, Qureshi may have recruited many operatives for IM and provided logistic support for many bomb explosions and other terrorist activities on Indian soil, claims NIA.
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July - 15 
The Jammu and Kashmir Government on July 15 ordered constitution of District-Level Official Committees for screening of Special Police Officers (SPOs) engaged during the past six years, reports Daily Excelsior.According to an order iss
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The Jammu and Kashmir Government on July 15 ordered constitution of District-Level Official Committees for screening of Special Police Officers (SPOs) engaged during the past six years, reports Daily Excelsior.According to an order issued by the Home Department, each Committee will be headed by the concerned Deputy Commissioner with concerned District Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) and Deputy Superintendent of Police (CID-SB) as members.“These Committees shall assess and screen the SPOs engaged during the past 6 years, with regard to their selection, antecedents and performance,” the order said adding that the Committees shall submit their report to the Home Department and the Director General of Police (DGP)within one month.
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July - 15 
The Union Government has revived its discussion with the six communities of Assam that are demanding Scheduled Tribe (ST) status, reports The Telegraph on July 16. The six communities namely Moran, Muttock, Tai Ahom, Tea tribe, Koch Rajbong
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The Union Government has revived its discussion with the six communities of Assam that are demanding Scheduled Tribe (ST) status, reports The Telegraph on July 16. The six communities namely Moran, Muttock, Tai Ahom, Tea tribe, Koch Rajbongshi and Chutia are agitating for ST status. The Union Governmenton July 13 convened a meeting with the representatives of these communities at North Block in New Delhi. Representatives of the Assam government will also attend the meeting.The last meeting between the Union Government and the representatives of the six communities - Moran, Muttock, Tai Ahom, tea tribe, Koch Rajbongshi and Chutia - was held in April 2017. The meeting, attended by Union Minister of State for Home Kiren Rijiju, had extended the deadline for the Centre-constituted modality committee to submit their report on the ST status demand for the fifth time.The report which was supposed to be submitted by June 2017 is yet to be submitted.
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July - 15 
Two Border Security Force (BSF) troopers were killed and another was injured in an encounter with CPI-Maoist cadres in a forest near Mahla camp of BSF under Partapur Police Station limits in Kanker District of Chhattisgarh on July 15, reports Ne
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Two Border Security Force (BSF) troopers were killed and another was injured in an encounter with CPI-Maoist cadres in a forest near Mahla camp of BSF under Partapur Police Station limits in Kanker District of Chhattisgarh on July 15, reports News 18. Two constables identified as Lokender Singh and Mukdhiyar Singh, belonging to Rajasthan and Punjab respectively, were killed while another constable, Sandeep Dey, sustained injuries in the gunfight, Deputy Inspector General of Police (Anti-Naxal Operations), Sundarraj P said. He further stated that when the patrolling team was advancing through forest of Barkot village, located around 250 kilometers from State capital, Raipur, it came under heavy fire from a group of Maoists leading to the gun-battle between the two sides. After a brief exchange of fire, the Maoists fled into the forest, he added.
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July - 16 
A militant was killed in an encounter near Safawali Gali along Line of Control (LoC) in Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 16, reports Daily Excelsior. The encounter broke out near SafawaliGali adjacent to Batpora forests after a join
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A militant was killed in an encounter near Safawali Gali along Line of Control (LoC) in Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 16, reports Daily Excelsior. The encounter broke out near SafawaliGali adjacent to Batpora forests after a joint search party of Security Forces (SFs) challenged the movement of a group of infiltrators early on July 16. During the encounter one militant was killed and two soldiers were injured. The operation in the area is going on against the rest of the members of the militant group.
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July - 16 
A Policeman, identified as Constable Mudasir Ahmad was killed and another injured after militants attacked the car of National Conference (NC) leader at Muran village in Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 16, reports Daily Excelsior.
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A Policeman, identified as Constable Mudasir Ahmad was killed and another injured after militants attacked the car of National Conference (NC) leader at Muran village in Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 16, reports Daily Excelsior. Militants opened fire upon the private car of the NC leader and former Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Ghulam Mohidin at Muran Village in the afternoon. The militants attacked NC leader’s car when he was returning from Srinagar. Sources said that as he reached in his native village, militant fired at his security guard from point blank range near a speed breaker. The militants also decamped with the service rifles of the Policeman, but they left the NC leader who was sitting on the back seat of the car un-harmed. A Police spokesman said, “Based on the initial probe it is learned that Zahoor Thokar group of HM [Hizb-ul-Mujahideen] militant outfit is involved in it.”
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July - 16 
According to officials, despite the hunger strike by few refugees the repatriation of Reang tribals from Tripura to Mizoram would start from August 16 as scheduled, reports Nagaland Post on July 17. Some refugees continued their hunger stri
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According to officials, despite the hunger strike by few refugees the repatriation of Reang tribals from Tripura to Mizoram would start from August 16 as scheduled, reports Nagaland Post on July 17. Some refugees continued their hunger strike in relief camps in Kanchanpur for the fifth day on July 16 demanding advance payment of a financial assistance announced by the Union Home Ministry. North Tripura District Magistrate Raval Hamendra Kumar stated that the Tripura government would provide security and logistical support, including transportation, to the refugees. As per the agreement, the refugees, comprising 5,407 families, would start returning to their homes from August 16. The multi-phase repatriation would be completed by September 30. The 32,876 Reang tribals, locally known as “Bru”, have been living in six makeshift camps in north Tripura’s Kanchanpur and Panisagar sub-divisions, adjoining Mizoram, for the past 21 years. They had fled their homes in western Mizoram following ethnic strife.
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July - 16 
In a meeting with the former Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi on April 16, Chinese Ambassador Luo Zhaohui said that China is not harboring Independent faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-I) or any other militant group from the Nort
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In a meeting with the former Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi on April 16, Chinese Ambassador Luo Zhaohui said that China is not harboring Independent faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-I) or any other militant group from the Northeast and that the Dalai Lama should not have ‘meddled’ in the Sino-Indian affair, reports The Telegraph.
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July - 16 
Jharkhand Police arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) ‘sub-zonal commander’, identified as Surendra Yadav, carrying a reward of INR 500,000 near Mayapur village in Palamu District of Jharkhand on July 16, reports&n
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Jharkhand Police arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) ‘sub-zonal commander’, identified as Surendra Yadav, carrying a reward of INR 500,000 near Mayapur village in Palamu District of Jharkhand on July 16, reports India Today. He was arrested by Police after receiving a tip off that he was on way to his village Naso to meet his family members. He was active in CPI-Maoist from 2005 and involved in over a dozen Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)]-related incidents including encounter, killing, rioting and landmine explosion, said Superintendent of Police (SP), IndrajeetMahatha.
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July - 16 
Kashmiri separatist Aasiya Andrabi was on July 16 sent to one-month judicial custody by a Delhi court in connection with a case of allegedly waging war against the country with support from Pakistan, reports Daily Excelsior. Andrabi, who is chie
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Kashmiri separatist Aasiya Andrabi was on July 16 sent to one-month judicial custody by a Delhi court in connection with a case of allegedly waging war against the country with support from Pakistan, reports Daily Excelsior. Andrabi, who is chief of the banned outfit Dukhtaran-e-Millat (DeM), was produced before the court along with her two women associates, after the expiry of their 10-day National Investigation Agency (NIA) custody. District Judge Poonam ABamba sent the trio to judicial custody after the NIA said they were not required for further custodial interrogation. The NIA had claimed that a probe revealed that they were running a concerted campaign to elicit support from the neighbouring country and accused them of being involved in conspiracy and acts to “severely destabilize the sovereignty and integrity of India”. The three accused will be kept in Tihar Central Jail in Delhi.
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July - 16 
Morung Express on July 17, Dimapur Police arrested a National Socialist Council of NSCN-IM militant while extorting truck drivers at Singrijan road, Selouphe Junction Bazar in Dimapur District. INR 2000 was recovered from the arrestee.
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Morung Express on July 17, Dimapur Police arrested a National Socialist Council of NSCN-IM militant while extorting truck drivers at Singrijan road, Selouphe Junction Bazar in Dimapur District. INR 2000 was recovered from the arrestee.
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July - 16 
Myanmar Governement stated that National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) will not be a signitory to the Nationwide Ceasefire Agreement (NCA) because of it’s demand for an independent Naga homeland spanning either side of t
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Myanmar Governement stated that National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) will not be a signitory to the Nationwide Ceasefire Agreement (NCA) because of it’s demand for an independent Naga homeland spanning either side of the Myanmar-India border, reports Nagaland Post on July 17. NCA, conceived as a foundation stone for the peace process, was signed between the Myanmar government and eight ethnic armed groups in 2015. They have since been joined by two other groups, but most of the more powerful groups remain outside of the agreement. NSCN-K, who broke ranks with other leaders in the Naga cross-border insurgency, signed a ceasefire with the Myanmar government in 2012 and was allowed to open a liaison office in the town of Hkamti in Myanmar. According to a member of Union Peace Dialogue Joint Committee (UPDJC) secretariat, a government body involved in the negotiations stated that NSCN-K can only join NCA if they abandoned idea of ‘separation’.
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July - 16 
National Liberation Front-Independent (ULFA-I) on July 16 objected to the reopening of a toll gate on NH 37 at Raha in central Assam's Nagaon District, reports The Telegraph. ULFA-I alleged that the road was constructed by the British and no
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National Liberation Front-Independent (ULFA-I) on July 16 objected to the reopening of a toll gate on NH 37 at Raha in central Assam's Nagaon District, reports The Telegraph. ULFA-I alleged that the road was constructed by the British and no private investment was involved for which tolls are collected.
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July - 16 
On July 16 a People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak-progressive (PREPAK-pro) militant identified as LoitongbamBudha Singh alias Abungo along with two other unidentified recruits of PREPAK-pro were arrested from MoirangkhomMoreh pa
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On July 16 a People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak-progressive (PREPAK-pro) militant identified as LoitongbamBudha Singh alias Abungo along with two other unidentified recruits of PREPAK-pro were arrested from MoirangkhomMoreh parking in Imphal West District, reports Imphal Free Press. Abungo is a recruiter of PREPAK-pro. According to a Police press release Abungo was supposed to go to Myanmar via Moreh along with the other two arrested persons, who were lured to go to Moreh and neither of them had any idea that they were to be recruited as PREPAK-pro militants.
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July - 16 
On July 16, around 5,000 refugees living in Naisingpara, Ashapara and Hezacherra transit camps in Kanchanpur sub-division of North Tripura District took out a rally in protest against the repatriation agreement signed between the Centre, state govern
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On July 16, around 5,000 refugees living in Naisingpara, Ashapara and Hezacherra transit camps in Kanchanpur sub-division of North Tripura District took out a rally in protest against the repatriation agreement signed between the Centre, state governments of Mizoram, Tripura and Mizoram Bru Displaced Peoples Forum (MBDPF). According to MBDPF Secretary, the protesters ransacked the office and attacked its president A. Sawibunga and forced him to sign a document stating the demand of withdrawal from the agreement. Over 37,000 Bru refugees fled Mamit, Kolasib and LungleiDistricts of Mizoram during ethnic clashes in 1997. They were sheltered in six transit camps in Kanchanpur of North Tripura district. After seven phases of repatriation, 32,000 refugees are still living here.
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July - 16 
On July 16, Police arrested a Zeliangrong United Front-Kamson (ZUF-Kamson) militant identified as Njulakbe B Raime alias Abui from Irongmara in Cachar District, reports Assam Tribune. He was the ‘auditor general’ of the militant grou
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On July 16, Police arrested a Zeliangrong United Front-Kamson (ZUF-Kamson) militant identified as Njulakbe B Raime alias Abui from Irongmara in Cachar District, reports Assam Tribune. He was the ‘auditor general’ of the militant group.
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July - 16 
Police busted aJaish-e-Mohammed (JeM)militant module in Sopore area of Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir by arresting its three members on July 16, reportsDaily Excelsior.According to Security Forces (SFs), “During checking, a suspicious
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Police busted aJaish-e-Mohammed (JeM)militant module in Sopore area of Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir by arresting its three members on July 16, reportsDaily Excelsior.According to Security Forces (SFs), “During checking, a suspicious person was apprehended and during preliminary questioning, he revealed his identity as Bilal Ahmad Kaloo son of Ab Rehman Kaloo resident of TakiabalSopore. He is an active member of proscribed terror outfit JeM and 2 grenades and a Matrix sheet of JeM outfit were recovered from his possession.” Later, two more active members of the outfit were arrested at Yarbugh in Rafiabad. They were identified as Asif Sheikh and Abdul Majeed Mir, both residents of YarbughRafiabad. One hand grenade, four rounds of AK-47 and two Matrix sheets of JeM outfit were recovered from their possession.
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July - 16 
Police recovered three defused rocket launchers from a pond in Hazaribagh District in Jharkhand on July 16, reports Business Standard. The launchers were found by fishermen on July 15. CPI-Maoist cadres are suspected for hiding the rocket l
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Police recovered three defused rocket launchers from a pond in Hazaribagh District in Jharkhand on July 16, reports Business Standard. The launchers were found by fishermen on July 15. CPI-Maoist cadres are suspected for hiding the rocket launchers in the pond, said Police.
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July - 16 
Security Forces (SFs) recovered a huge cache of explosives following a raid conducted busting a CPI-Maoist bunker near Chhotaki-Bairagi forest inPirtard Police Station of Giridih District of Jharkhand on July 16, reports The Pione
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Security Forces (SFs) recovered a huge cache of explosives following a raid conducted busting a CPI-Maoist bunker near Chhotaki-Bairagi forest inPirtard Police Station of Giridih District of Jharkhand on July 16, reports The Pioneer. SFs recovered four Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs)weighting of 15 kilograms of each and others material and destroyed all bunkers of CPI-Maoist. There are many more bunkers of Maoists at Chhotaki- Bairagi forest. The Maoists have planted several active landmines at various places, said Superintendent of Police (SP), Surendra Kumar Jha
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July - 16 
The Nagaland Home Department has prescribed the rates of ex-gratia payment to the personnel or the next of kin of personnel of Assam Rifles (AR), Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) and Indian armed forces, belonging to Nagaland who suffer fatal and n
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The Nagaland Home Department has prescribed the rates of ex-gratia payment to the personnel or the next of kin of personnel of Assam Rifles (AR), Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) and Indian armed forces, belonging to Nagaland who suffer fatal and non-fatal casualties during counter-insurgency operations within and outside Nagaland, reports Nagaland Post on July 17. The authorities stated that soldiers from outside the state and belonging to Nagaland suffering casualties within the State would be given INR 6,00,000. While INR 4,00,000 will be given for non-fatal casualty causing permanent disability and Rs 1 lakh for non-fatal casualty causing grievous injury. Additionally, soldiers belonging to Nagaland who suffer casualties outside the State will be given INR 6,00,000 and INR 4,00,000 for on fatal injuries and INR 1,00,000 for non-fatal casualty causing grievous injury. Nagaland Cabinet on July 4 approved the hike in ex-gratia payment to the next of kin of Central armed police forces, Army personnel, Assam Rifles and Nagaland Police who suffer fatal and non-fatal casualties during counter-insurgency operations.
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July - 17 
Morung Express reports that two warring factions of Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) came together as one entity after a “historic reconciliation” on July 17. According to a press release by ZUF ‘The historic reconciliation progr
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Morung Express reports that two warring factions of Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) came together as one entity after a “historic reconciliation” on July 17. According to a press release by ZUF ‘The historic reconciliation programme heeding to the call of the Zeliangrong people was held in the presence of Zeliangrong Social Organizations’ leaders, Elders, religious leaders and general public in which the leaders of the ZUF took the oath of reconciliation in the name of the Almighty God’. The statement also said that reconciled ZUF will be now led by Raitu Chawang as ‘chairman, S. Kamson as ‘vice chairman’ and Jenchui Kamei as ‘general secretary’. The July 17 reconciliation was the outcome of “Ceasefire Agreement” executed by two responsible functionaries each from both the factions on April 7, 2018
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July - 17 
On July 17, United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) Over Ground Worker (OGW) was arrested from Sepon in Dibrugarh District, reports Nagaland Post. The arrested OGW was identified as Deben Hazarika. One 9mm pistol and a magazine was
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On July 17, United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) Over Ground Worker (OGW) was arrested from Sepon in Dibrugarh District, reports Nagaland Post. The arrested OGW was identified as Deben Hazarika. One 9mm pistol and a magazine was recovered from the arrestee.
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July - 17 
Police arrested one person and recovered huge quantity of explosive and material used for making Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) from Dangerpora Arihal village of Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 17, reports Daily Excelsior. Pol
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Police arrested one person and recovered huge quantity of explosive and material used for making Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) from Dangerpora Arihal village of Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 17, reports Daily Excelsior. Police launched searches in the village, during which huge quantity of explosive materials were recovered from the house of Bilal Ahmad Ganai. This included detonators, detonating material, connecting wires, electric chargers, batteries, mobile phones and remote control activating devices besides explosives. “Some of the seized items are marked with symbols of Pakistan”, Police said.
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July - 17 
Police conducted searches in Naina Batapora during which a Chinese pistol, seven live rounds of 9 mm, one magazine and one 7.62 mm round were recovered from the possession of Sabzar Ahmad Mir, resident of Khellan in Pulwama District on July 17, adds&
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Police conducted searches in Naina Batapora during which a Chinese pistol, seven live rounds of 9 mm, one magazine and one 7.62 mm round were recovered from the possession of Sabzar Ahmad Mir, resident of Khellan in Pulwama District on July 17, adds Daily Excelsior. Police registered cases and the accused person was arrested for further investigation.
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July - 17 
The Rajasthan Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) on July 17 detained Anil Jain (50) from Jaipur Airport in Rajasthan and recovered foreign currency of approximately worth of INR 50 lakh, reports The Times of India. Acting upon specific information,
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The Rajasthan Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) on July 17 detained Anil Jain (50) from Jaipur Airport in Rajasthan and recovered foreign currency of approximately worth of INR 50 lakh, reports The Times of India. Acting upon specific information, the ATS team arrested Arun Jain who is a native of Kishangarh of Ajmer District in Rajasthan and has been living in Jaipur from past many years. He is handed-over to the Customs for further investigation, said Additional Director-General (Addl. DG) Umesh Mishra. The ATS team recovered foreign currency of Bangladesh, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. In November 2017, Arun Jain’s son was also arrested from Jaipur International Airport in a similar case, said Inspector-General (IG) of ATS Biju George. The matters of money laundering and Hawala (illegal money transfer) have to pursue actively as there is a suspicion of the Hawala money to be used as terror-funding activities, said an unnamed official.
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July - 17 
The top brass of Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police on July 17 reviewed security in South Kashmir’s Kulgam District and emphasized on high level preparedness to tackle militant attacks, reports Daily Excelsior. The security review meeting w
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The top brass of Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police on July 17 reviewed security in South Kashmir’s Kulgam District and emphasized on high level preparedness to tackle militant attacks, reports Daily Excelsior. The security review meeting was held in the District Police Lines, Kulgam in which future security strategy was chalked out. The meeting was attended by Lieutenant General AK Bhatt, Chinar Corps Commander, Dr SP Vaid, Director General of Police (DGP), General-Officer-Commanding (GoC) Victor Force and IGP Kashmir.
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July - 18 
100 militants, 43 Security Force (SF) personnel and 16 civilians were killed in 256 incidents of violence in Jammu and Kashmir during the first six months of this year (2018), Union Minister of State for Home Hansraj Gangaram Ahir said in Rajya
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100 militants, 43 Security Force (SF) personnel and 16 civilians were killed in 256 incidents of violence in Jammu and Kashmir during the first six months of this year (2018), Union Minister of State for Home Hansraj Gangaram Ahir said in Rajya Sabha (the upper house of Indian Parliament) on July 18, reports Daily Excelsior. In 2017, 342 incidents of violence were reported in the State, in which 213 terrorists were gunned down. A total of 80 SF personnel and 40 civilians were killed last year, Ahir said. As many as 82 SF personnel, 15 civilians and 150 terrorists were killed in the State in 2016, which witnessed 322 cases of terrorist violence, he said.
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July - 18 
A contractor was beaten to death and three others were injured by cadres of the Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), in Chatra District of Jharkhand on July 18, reports The Tribu
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A contractor was beaten to death and three others were injured by cadres of the Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), in Chatra District of Jharkhand on July 18, reports The Tribune. The TPC rebels raided Meral village and started thrashing villagers, accusing them of being ‘Police informers’. The contractor was identified as Nageshwar Ganjhu of Meramgadda village, upon whose refusal to pay a ‘levy’ (ransom money) to the TPC rebels apparently led to his death. According to his family, Ganjhu was abducted from his home and taken to a nearby village. He was beaten up brutally along with other villagers.
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July - 18 
A woman Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, carrying a reward of INR 500,000 on her head, was killed in an exchange of fire with Security Forces (SFs) in Rajnandgaon District of Chhattisgarh on July 18 (today), reports Business S
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A woman Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, carrying a reward of INR 500,000 on her head, was killed in an exchange of fire with Security Forces (SFs) in Rajnandgaon District of Chhattisgarh on July 18 (today), reports Business Standard. The encounter took place around 8.30 am in a forest near Kondal Hills when a joint team of the District Force and the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) was out on an anti- Maoist operation, Superintendent of Police (SP), Prashant Agrawal said. When the security men were cordoning off the area near Kondal hills under Manpur sub-division, a group of Maoists started firing on them, leading to a gun-battle between the two sides, Agrawal said. After guns fell silent, the body of a woman, identified as Jarina, a native of Chhattisgarh's Bijapur District, was active in the outfit since 2005, a member of the Aundhi-Mohla joint area committee of the Maoists, was recovered from the spot, the SP said. A 12 bore gun and other Maoist-related material were also seized from the spot, SP, Agrawal added. As many as 16 offences, including attacks on Police teams, were registered against her at various Police Stations in Manpur sub-division, he said.
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July - 18 
As per the inputs from Intelligence agencies, two Khalistani terrorists—Lakhwinder Singh and Parminder Singh, are likely to execute an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) attack on the Parliament House in New Delhi around India’s Independen
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As per the inputs from Intelligence agencies, two Khalistani terrorists—Lakhwinder Singh and Parminder Singh, are likely to execute an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) attack on the Parliament House in New Delhi around India’s Independence Day in August, reports Times Now on July 19. Considering the input, Delhi’s security has been elevated under ‘multi-layered’ security parameters. The terrorists shall arrive in Delhi in an explosives-laden Toyota-make Innova car with Uttar Pradesh vehicle registration number. The names given by the informer—Iqbal matches with the terrorists ran away in Nabha jail break incident in Punjab in November 2016, said an unnamed official.
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July - 18 
Meanwhile, the Director General (DG) of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Sudeep Lakhtakia, appreciated Saina Nehwal's gesture of contributing INR 600,000 for the next of kin of martyrs who were killed in a CPI-Maoist attack in Chattisgarh on
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Meanwhile, the Director General (DG) of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Sudeep Lakhtakia, appreciated Saina Nehwal's gesture of contributing INR 600,000 for the next of kin of martyrs who were killed in a CPI-Maoist attack in Chattisgarh on April 19, reportsPTI.
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July - 18 
Mizoram home minister R. Lalzirliana has said the Mizoram would not allow the Bru tribals, who are currently lodged at six transit camps in Tripura, to exercise voting rights outside Mizoram, reports The Telegraph on July 19. He also
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Mizoram home minister R. Lalzirliana has said the Mizoram would not allow the Bru tribals, who are currently lodged at six transit camps in Tripura, to exercise voting rights outside Mizoram, reports The Telegraph on July 19. He also added that revision of electoral rolls at the camp also will not be allowed. The Minister stated that the Election Commission had recently told the government to conduct revision of electoral rolls for Bru voters at the six relief camps in Tripura. Saying the Mizoram government would not allow Bru tribals to exercise right to franchise at their respective relief camps in Tripura, Lalzirliana said it is firm in its decision that only the repatriated Brus can vote in Mizoram.
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July - 18 
On July 18, leader of Achik National Volunteer Council-Breakaway faction (ANVC-B) Bernard Marak claimed that Garo Hills belongs to Garos and not to sub-tribes, reports The Shillong Times. He also stated that Hajong, Koches, Rabhas, Boro Kacharis
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On July 18, leader of Achik National Volunteer Council-Breakaway faction (ANVC-B) Bernard Marak claimed that Garo Hills belongs to Garos and not to sub-tribes, reports The Shillong Times. He also stated that Hajong, Koches, Rabhas, Boro Kacharis and Manns were given equal status by the Garos in Garo Hills and they enjoyed all privileges in the region but demanding a separate Council and reservation of 10 seats is a ‘betrayal’ of the Garos. He further added that the natives have not deprived other tribes of their privileges. However, the leader said that accusing the Garos of being partisan was a serious matter.
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July - 18 
On July 18, two extortionists were arrested from Mohankhola in Kohima District, reports Morung Express. The arrestees were identified as Umeshh Kumar and Ramesh Kumar. One extortion slip of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSC
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On July 18, two extortionists were arrested from Mohankhola in Kohima District, reports Morung Express. The arrestees were identified as Umeshh Kumar and Ramesh Kumar. One extortion slip of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and two extortion slips of ‘Federal Government of Nagaland’ (FGN) were recovered from the arrestee.
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July - 18 
Syed Muneer ul-Hasan Qadri, who was arrested by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) for 2016 terror attack on Nagrota Army Camp in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), has revealed that terrorists are intended to stay at cheap rented houses in Delhi and
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Syed Muneer ul-Hasan Qadri, who was arrested by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) for 2016 terror attack on Nagrota Army Camp in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), has revealed that terrorists are intended to stay at cheap rented houses in Delhi and adjacent areas to carry out attacks in the Capital city, reports India Today on July 19. Acting upon the information, the Indian Intelligence agencies issued an alert advisory for the Independence Day, following which the Delhi Police Commissioner Amulya Patnaik called for a meeting on measures to contain the threat. There could be a chaos spread by the terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammad/Muhammad (JeM), claimed Intelligence agencies. Delhi Police Commissioner has instructed to check all the sewer routes, main holes, trees, doors and windows which open towards the road connecting Rajpath and the Red Fort.
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July - 18 
The Border Security Force (BSF) personnel on July 18 shot at and killed an unidentified Pakistani intruder in an area of Channa Border Outpost in the Gurdaspur Sector of Gurdaspur District in Punjab, reportsThe Tribune.The BSF personnel spotted a sus
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The Border Security Force (BSF) personnel on July 18 shot at and killed an unidentified Pakistani intruder in an area of Channa Border Outpost in the Gurdaspur Sector of Gurdaspur District in Punjab, reportsThe Tribune.The BSF personnel spotted a suspicious movement in the area on July 18 night and warned the intruder, however, three-four people ran back to the Pakistani side but the intruder kept walking towards the border fence. Sensing the threat and to contain it, the BSF personnel fired and killed the intruder who was in his mid-thirties. The intruder was un-armed and INR 510, a cellular phone headphone, and a tobacco packet were recovered from his possession. He did not seem to be mentally challenged. His photograph will be shown to the Pakistani Rangers for the identification. In case they disown him, his body will be cremated. It is a third such kind of infiltration since January 2018, said Deputy Inspector-General (DIG) BSF Rajesh Sharma.
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July - 18 
The National Investigating Agency (NIA) has succeeded in identifying at least 1000 telephone numbers of Pakistan and Gulf countries, which were being used by terrorists and Over Ground Workers (OGWs) to lure Kashmiri youth into militancy and stone pe
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The National Investigating Agency (NIA) has succeeded in identifying at least 1000 telephone numbers of Pakistan and Gulf countries, which were being used by terrorists and Over Ground Workers (OGWs) to lure Kashmiri youth into militancy and stone pelting, reports Daily Excelsior on July 19. Official sources said that after nearly six month long investigations, the NIA has cracked the case of cyber terrorism in the Kashmir valley, being operated mostly from Pakistan and partly from Gulf nations and now the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) was likely to submit a detailed dossier to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) for taking up the issue with Pakistan through appropriate diplomatic channels to initiate action against the militants and their OGWs, who stood identified. “A detailed dossier is being prepared as the NIA has succeeded in identifying 1000 individuals with past history of being terrorists or their supporters and the OGWs, who had been running the network of cyber terrorism in the Kashmir valley through 79 WhatsApp Groups in which a total of 6386 persons were involved,’’ sources said, adding that 5386 persons belonged to the Valley and rest 1000 to Pakistan and Gulf nations. Asserting that the NIA has gathered sufficient evidence against those involved in fanning “jihad through mobile telephones using internet’’, sources said the NIA would give a detailed report to the UMHA. The UMHA could take up the issue with the MEA for cornering Pakistan by furnishing them details of the persons, who were running the cyber jihad in the Valley from Pakistani soil.
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July - 18 
Three militants of National Democratic Front of Bodoland-Saraigowra (NDFB-S) were arrested on July 18 at Nagadhuli, Kuwarabasti under Jagun Police Station in Tinsukia District, reports Assam Tribune. The militants have been identified as Ajay Na
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Three militants of National Democratic Front of Bodoland-Saraigowra (NDFB-S) were arrested on July 18 at Nagadhuli, Kuwarabasti under Jagun Police Station in Tinsukia District, reports Assam Tribune. The militants have been identified as Ajay Narzary, Jangpro Brahma and Shankar Narzary. One AK 47 one magazine, 9 live ammunition, two pistols of 7.65 and .22 caliber besides some objectionable documents were recovered from the militants.
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July - 18 
Three Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) militants were arrested at Rangmaijan area in Jirighat along the Assam-Manipur border under Cachar District, reports Assam Tribune on July 19. The arrested militants have been identified as Haisuive Pame
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Three Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) militants were arrested at Rangmaijan area in Jirighat along the Assam-Manipur border under Cachar District, reports Assam Tribune on July 19. The arrested militants have been identified as Haisuive Pame (26) alias Ashui, Agaung Jeme (26) and Azeu Pam. The arrested militants belong to ZUF-Kamzon faction. A huge cache of arms and ammunition was recovered from them. An unidentified individual who had given shelter to the militants was also arrested.
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July - 18 
Two arms dealers including a woman were arrested on July 18 by Security Forces (SFs) Lilong Haoreibi Turel Ahanbi in Thoubal District reports Imphal Free Press. The arms dealers were arrested with one USA made 9 mm pistol with magazine. The arre
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Two arms dealers including a woman were arrested on July 18 by Security Forces (SFs) Lilong Haoreibi Turel Ahanbi in Thoubal District reports Imphal Free Press. The arms dealers were arrested with one USA made 9 mm pistol with magazine. The arrestees were identified as Imtiyaz Khan alias Imtiyabi and Dilorjan.
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July - 19 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was arrested from Garhi region under Khaira Police Station area in Jamui District of Bihar on July 19, reports UNI. The Maoist was identified as Sanjay Soren, a native of Ahradih under Khaira
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was arrested from Garhi region under Khaira Police Station area in Jamui District of Bihar on July 19, reports UNI. The Maoist was identified as Sanjay Soren, a native of Ahradih under Khaira Police Station area and was arrested after his bike met with an accident near Garhi. Police said that the Maoist was involved in various Maoist activities.
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July - 19 
A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant was killed in a brief encounter at Batpora area of Magam in Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 19, reports Daily Excelsior. Following specific inputs about the presence of at least three mili
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A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant was killed in a brief encounter at Batpora area of Magam in Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 19, reports Daily Excelsior. Following specific inputs about the presence of at least three militants of LeT hiding in the area, Security Forces (SFs) conducted the search operation and a hiding militant fired upon the search party. SFs retaliated and, in the encounter, one militant was killed. “On the basis of the incriminating materials recovered, the killed terrorist is learnt to be a foreigner (Pakistani national) and was affiliated to the proscribed terror outfit LeT. Some arms and ammunition were also recovered from the encounter site. Police has registered a case and investigation has been initiated in the instant matter”, a Police spokesman said.
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July - 19 
An Assam Rifles (AR) trooper was wounded in an ambush using Improvised Explosive Device (IED) and small arms on July 19 at Aibol Joupi in Chandel District, reports Nagaland Post. The incident took place when the AR troopers were on routine foot
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An Assam Rifles (AR) trooper was wounded in an ambush using Improvised Explosive Device (IED) and small arms on July 19 at Aibol Joupi in Chandel District, reports Nagaland Post. The incident took place when the AR troopers were on routine foot patrol duty. The trooper was wounded when IED exploded. The ambushed was laid by a combined team of People Liberation Army (PLA) and Manipur Naga People’s Front (MNPF).
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July - 19 
An Over Ground Worker (OGW) of United Liberation Front of Asom -Independent (ULFA-I) , identified as Deben Hazarika was arrested from an unspecified area in Dibrugarh District, reports The Sentinel on July 20. The OGW was arrested while mov
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An Over Ground Worker (OGW) of United Liberation Front of Asom -Independent (ULFA-I) , identified as Deben Hazarika was arrested from an unspecified area in Dibrugarh District, reports The Sentinel on July 20. The OGW was arrested while moving on Sepon-Demow road. Hazarika has been accused of being involved in several extortion and anti-social activities on behalf of ULFA-I. A pistol was recovered from the OGW.
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July - 19 
At least eight cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), including three women cadres, have been killed after an encounter ensued between the Maoists and the Security Forces (SFs) near Timinar and Pusnar villages in Bijapur District
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At least eight cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), including three women cadres, have been killed after an encounter ensued between the Maoists and the Security Forces (SFs) near Timinar and Pusnar villages in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh on July 19 (today), reports India.com. The gun battle between the Maoists and the SFs took place while a joint team of District Reserve Guard (DRG) and Special Task Force (STF) was out on an anti-Maoist operation. Both the SFs were searching along the border of the above-mentioned Districts when the encounter took place, said Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police (anti-Naxal operations), Sundarraj P. Two INSAS (Indian Small Arms System) assault rifles, two .303 rifles, one 12 bore gun and a few muzzle loading guns were found by the team of SFs.
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July - 19 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) incidents and Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] activities in Aurangabad District of Bihar, which was once witness to Dalelchak, Baguaura, Miyanpur and Chhechhani massacres have reduced significan
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) incidents and Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] activities in Aurangabad District of Bihar, which was once witness to Dalelchak, Baguaura, Miyanpur and Chhechhani massacres have reduced significantly in the last few years, stated Superintendent of Police (SP), Satya Prakash in Aurangabad on July 19, reports UNI. He further said that huge the success had been achieved in checking Naxal activities due to deployment of Central Para Military Forces (CPMFs), special training of officers and troopers belonging to District Police and equipping them with latest firearms. He also said, effective community Policing and construction of roads in remote areas had contributed considerably to reining in Naxal activities in the District.
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July - 19 
Kabeerdham District of Chhattisgarh is among eight new Districts now in the country included in the potential area of expansion by Left Wing Extremists (LWE) list of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) as a pre-emptive measure to check spr
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Kabeerdham District of Chhattisgarh is among eight new Districts now in the country included in the potential area of expansion by Left Wing Extremists (LWE) list of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) as a pre-emptive measure to check spread of extremism by rebels, the UMHA has informed, reports The Pioneer on July 20. In view of the improving security situation in LWE affected States, a review of Districts covered under the ‘Security Related Expenditure (SRE) Scheme ‘was undertaken by the Central Government. Accordingly 44 Districts were excluded and eight new Districts were included under the scheme from April 1, 2018, it informed. The inclusion of new Districts was a pre-emptive measure taken to address potential areas of expansion by LWEs. As a result of the review, 90 Districts in 11 States are now covered under the 'Security Related Expenditure Scheme.' The new Districts included - West Godavari (Andhra Pradesh), Kabeerdham (Chhattisgarh), Mandla (Madhya Pradesh), Angul & Boudh (Odisha), Malappuram, Palakkad & Wayanad (Kerala). The 44 Districts which have been excluded are as follows:- Andhra Pradesh --Prakasam, Kurnool, Anantapur.Bihar --Patna-- Bhojpur, Sheohar, Sitamarhi, Begusarai, Khagaria, Chhattisgarh-- Surguja, Koriya, Jashpur, Jharkhand -- Deoghar, Pakur, Maharashtra -Aheri, Odisha -Mayurbhanj, Ganjam, Gajapati, Dhenkanal, Jajpur, Keonjhar, Telangana --Karimnagar, Nizamabad, Medak, Mahboobnagar, Nalgonda, Jagtiyal, Nagarkurnool, Rajanna-Sircilla, Jogulamba-Gadwal, Wanaparthy, Nirmal, Suryapet, Mahbubabad, Sangareddy, Warangal Urban, Janagaon, Siddipet, Yadadri-Bhongir, Kamareddy, West Bengal -- Bankura, Purulia, Birbhum and West Medinipur.
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July - 19 
Meghalaya Director General of Police (DGP) Swaraj Bir Singh in an interview stated that Operation Hill storm’ launched in 2014 as a turning point of the police fight against militancy in Garo Hills, reports The Sentinel on July 20. He
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Meghalaya Director General of Police (DGP) Swaraj Bir Singh in an interview stated that Operation Hill storm’ launched in 2014 as a turning point of the police fight against militancy in Garo Hills, reports The Sentinel on July 20. He also stated that collective efforts led to the liquidation of the Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA). The DGP stated that GNLA’s reign of terror had even made the morale of the police to nose dive at one point of time; but Operation Hill Storm launched in a systematic manner changed the entire scenario. “Under Operation Hill Storm we gave total autonomy to the district police and the backing of a good intelligence network consolidated our success in the phase 2, 3 and 4 of the operations against the militants’. He also added that ‘We keep reviewing our operational strategies and knew that the spate of surrender was bound to come’. DGP also confided that the recovery of huge catche of GNLA ammunitions from the jungles of Garo Hills was a surprise. Besides sophisticated guns, ammunition, Improvised Explosive device (IED) even Rocket Propelled Grenades (RPGs) and launchers that can hit a helicopter were recovered in the past couple of months. “We knew about their arsenal but it’s the bulk that surprised us,” stated Singh even as he added that it is the people who guided the police to the areas where the arms and ammunitions were stacked. “The fear of the GNLA has come out of their mind and they assisted us in our search for hidden weapons.
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July - 19 
Police recovered rusted grenade from Pulwama in Pulwama District on July 19 and it was taken to the police Lines where the Bomb Disposal Squad detonated it, adds Daily Excelsior.
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Police recovered rusted grenade from Pulwama in Pulwama District on July 19 and it was taken to the police Lines where the Bomb Disposal Squad detonated it, adds Daily Excelsior.
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July - 19 
The Delhi Court has denied the bail to a suspected al-Qaeda operative—Zeeshan Ali, who was deported from Saudi Arabia in August 2017, was accused of recruiting Indian youth with intentions to establish a base for al-Qaeda in Indian Subcontinent
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The Delhi Court has denied the bail to a suspected al-Qaeda operative—Zeeshan Ali, who was deported from Saudi Arabia in August 2017, was accused of recruiting Indian youth with intentions to establish a base for al-Qaeda in Indian Subcontinent (AQIS) in India, reports The Tribune on July 20. In his order, the Additional Sessions Judge Satish Kumar Arora has noted that there were ‘serious’ allegations against him of being a facilitator in the activities of a proscribed organisation. The accused [Zeeshan Ali] was earlier a proclaimed offender which raised a possibility that he may again abscond if granted bail. The Delhi Police’s Special Cell had arrested Zeeshan Ali on August 9, 2017 from Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport.
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July - 19 
The Government of India (GoI) has informed a Parliamentary panel that it signed a framework agreement with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) after it agreed on a settlement within the Indian federation with a “spe
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The Government of India (GoI) has informed a Parliamentary panel that it signed a framework agreement with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) after it agreed on a settlement within the Indian federation with a “special status, reports The Hindu on July 20. R. N. Ravi, interlocutor for the Naga talks, told the committee that it was a departure from their earlier position of “with India, not within India,” and that the government called it a framework agreement and signed it. On being asked what the special arrangement will be, the Committee was told that with respect to Nagaland...Article 371A of the Constitution makes it clear that they are special and a special status has been accorded to them.A similar kind of status, with some local variation, and some change to the Nagas in the neighbouring States can be explored. According to the report, Mr. Ravi also informed the committee that the Nagas had now reached a common understanding with the government that “boundaries of the States will not be touched” and “some special arrangements would be made for the Nagas, wherever they are.” The Interlocutor apprised the committee about the broad status of the negotiations that boundaries of any State will neither be changed nor altered. Initially, the Nagas had stuck to the idea of unification of Naga inhabited areas, resolutely maintaining their stand of ‘no integration, no solution.’ However, they have now reached a common understanding with the Government that boundaries of States will not be touched,” the report said. The NSCN-IM has been fighting for ‘Greater Nagaland’ — it wants to extend its borders by including Naga-dominated areas in neighbouring States.
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July - 19 
The proposed fifth round of peace talks between the Mizoram Government and Hmar People’s Convention-Democratic (HPC-D), which was tentatively scheduled to be held at the end of July is now likely to be deferred, reports The Assam Tribune. Mizor
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The proposed fifth round of peace talks between the Mizoram Government and Hmar People’s Convention-Democratic (HPC-D), which was tentatively scheduled to be held at the end of July is now likely to be deferred, reports The Assam Tribune. Mizoram State Home Department officials said that the next round of peace parleys might need to be deferred as the Mizoram government is yet to complete its “homework” for the proposed talks. The next round of peace talks is likely to be held in August and is believed to be the last official level talks after which the ongoing parleys would be elevated to “political level”, the officials further said.
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July - 20 
A Jammu and Kashmir Police constable, identified as Saleem Shah, who was on leave, was abducted by unidentified militants from his residence in Mutalhama area of Kulgam District on July 20, reports Hindustan Times. Security Forces (SFs) have lau
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A Jammu and Kashmir Police constable, identified as Saleem Shah, who was on leave, was abducted by unidentified militants from his residence in Mutalhama area of Kulgam District on July 20, reports Hindustan Times. Security Forces (SFs) have launched a manhunt to trace the abducted Policeman, the official said.
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July - 20 
A militant of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militant was arrested on July 20 from Sepon in Dibrugarh District, reports The Telegraph. The arrested militant was identified as ‘lieutenant’ Wapang Imchen.
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A militant of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militant was arrested on July 20 from Sepon in Dibrugarh District, reports The Telegraph. The arrested militant was identified as ‘lieutenant’ Wapang Imchen. A .32 mm pistol, one magazine and two live rounds were recovered from the arrestee.
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July - 20 
A Bandh (general shutdown) called by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres to protest against the Polavaram irrigation project of Andhra Pradesh affected vehicular movement in Malkangiri District in Odisha on Ju
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A Bandh (general shutdown) called by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres to protest against the Polavaram irrigation project of Andhra Pradesh affected vehicular movement in Malkangiri District in Odisha on July 20, reports The Pioneer. The Buses of the Odisha State Road Transport Corporation (OSRTC), stayed off the roads.Private buses and other vehicles also did not operate. CPI-Maoist cadres put up posters and banners at different places asking locals to observe the shutdown.
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July - 20 
Another NSCN-IM militant identified as Khanito was arrested on July 20 from Army Supply Road, Dimapur for suspected extortion activities, reports Morung Express. INR 7880 was recovered from the militant.
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Another NSCN-IM militant identified as Khanito was arrested on July 20 from Army Supply Road, Dimapur for suspected extortion activities, reports Morung Express. INR 7880 was recovered from the militant.
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July - 20 
Naga Council (apex body of Nagas in Manipur) on July 20 in an emergency meeting resolved to take up “appropriate steps” any time from now to defend the position of the Naga people, reports The Sangai Express. UNC said that the &lsquo
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Naga Council (apex body of Nagas in Manipur) on July 20 in an emergency meeting resolved to take up “appropriate steps” any time from now to defend the position of the Naga people, reports The Sangai Express. UNC said that the ‘emergency’ meeting was called following the comment of Manipur Chief Minister, N Biren Singh who had reportedly stated that steps will be taken if Naga deal hurts Manipur’s interest. UNC reportedly stated that that it will initiate a strong form of agitation any day to defend the inherent rights of the Naga people.
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July - 20 
Security Forces (SFs) killed a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre in an encounter in the Tolapahar area under Chandramundi Police Station in Jamui District of Bihar on June 20, reports New Indian Express. The Police received tip
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Security Forces (SFs) killed a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre in an encounter in the Tolapahar area under Chandramundi Police Station in Jamui District of Bihar on June 20, reports New Indian Express. The Police received tip off about a dozen Maoists gathering there for a meeting. The CPI-Maoist cadres started firing at the SFs, forcing them to retaliate. Police recovered an Self Loading Rifle (SLR) rifle and four magazines were recovered from encounter site. The identity of the CPI-Maoist cadre is yet to be ascertained, said Police.
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July - 20 
The Mizoram government will go ahead with repatriation of over 32,800 Brus from Tripura to the state in accordance with the quadripartite agreement between the Centre, the Tripura and Mizoram governments and the Mizoram Bru Displaced People's For
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The Mizoram government will go ahead with repatriation of over 32,800 Brus from Tripura to the state in accordance with the quadripartite agreement between the Centre, the Tripura and Mizoram governments and the Mizoram Bru Displaced People's Forum, reports The Telegraph on July 21. Mizoram Home Secretary Lalnunmawia Chuaungo stated that ‘We will repatriate those willing to return to Mizoram. Those who are not willing, will stay back in transit camps’. Chuaungo said some Bru families who had not been covered during the identification process in November 2016, wanted identification before repatriation begins. But the Mizoram Government opposed the proposal as it wanted to carry out repatriation first. According to the agreement signed in New Delhi on July 3, repatriation of 32,876 Brus from 5,407 families will commence on August 16 and be completed by September 30. Chuaungo said though the repatriation process is scheduled to be completed by September 30, the Centre has asked the State Government to complete it by September 10 as the Election Commission wants to publish the final electoral roll on November 27, before the Assembly election. He said efforts would be made to close down relief camps in Tripura even if some Brus refuse to return. Additionally, Tripura Police have registered an FIR against 60 persons who held Bru refugee leaders hostage in transit camps for nearly six hours on July 16 and forced them to withdraw from the quadripartite repatriation agreement, reports The Telegraph. According to Inspector General (IG), Police registered a suo motu FIR at Kanchanpur Police Station in North Tripura District against four Bru refugee leaders and several other associates who held leaders of the Mizoram Bru Displaced Peoples Forum (MBDPF) hostage in the organisation's office at Naisingpara refugee camp. During the incident the forum's president, Apeto Sawibunga, signed a document which said, "I, A. Sawibunga, president of the MBDPF and one of the signatories of Four-Corner Agreement have withdrawn the agreement, which was signed on July 3 in New Delhi, involving the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA), Government of Tripura, Government of Mizoram and the forum today on July 16 due to a strong agitation against MBDPF leaders from the general/mass public in the presence of the officials of the Government of Tripura." The document was also counter-signed by the Sub-divisional magistrate of Kanchanpur Sajal Biswas, Sub-Divisional Police officer Kiran Kumar and Deputy collector Animesh Debbarma. According to a Police official, ‘The agreement was signed by four parties, all of whom are still consenting. The agitating refugee leaders held a rally without permission, held the MBDPF leaders hostage, forced them to withdraw from the agreement and obstructed government officials from duty. We have lodged a complaint against 60 such persons. Many of them are still being identified’.
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July - 21 
A Police man, identified as constable Mohammad Saleem Shah who was abducted by militants from his native village in Mutalhama area of Kulgam District on July 20, was shot dead in Qoimoh area of the Kulgam District on July 21, reports Daily
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A Police man, identified as constable Mohammad Saleem Shah who was abducted by militants from his native village in Mutalhama area of Kulgam District on July 20, was shot dead in Qoimoh area of the Kulgam District on July 21, reports Daily Excelsior. A group of militants barged inside the house of Mohammad Saleem Shah on July 20 night and abducted him. Saleem was taken to an unknown destination and on July 21 afternoon his body was found near Ghat at Odipora in Qoimoh. Saleem, who was earlier working as a Special Police Officer (SPO) was recently promoted as constable. He had come home on leave few days back from Kathua where he was undergoing training. A Police spokesman the body of the cop bore severe torture marks indicating that he was brutally tortured to death.
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July - 21 
Army intensified searches along the Line of Control (LoC) in Tanghdar sector of Kupwara District following an encounter with a group of infiltrators on July 21, reports Daily Excelsior. Troops of 6-Gharwal Rifles on July 21 morning launched the
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Army intensified searches along the Line of Control (LoC) in Tanghdar sector of Kupwara District following an encounter with a group of infiltrators on July 21, reports Daily Excelsior. Troops of 6-Gharwal Rifles on July 21 morning launched the cordon-and-search operation in the area following specific inputs about the presence of some militants in Balthedyan area. Militants believed to be infiltrators opened fire on troops triggering an encounter. More trips were rushed to the area and massive searches have been launched.
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July - 21 
Around 100 naked youths from Karbi tribal community marched through the streets of Diphu town demanding Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) to prepare fresh electoral roll before conducting election and alleged deprivation of their political righ
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Around 100 naked youths from Karbi tribal community marched through the streets of Diphu town demanding Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) to prepare fresh electoral roll before conducting election and alleged deprivation of their political rights by the Government on April 21, reports Nagaland Post. The naked demonstration was jointly organised by 24 tribal organizations. The 24 organizations, which represent the schedule tribes living in Karbi Anglong District, had been urging the KAAC to frame act and rules for preparing new voters list and for conduct of election of the council as enjoined by paragraph 2 (7), based on paragraph 20 of the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution of India. “Because act and rules for the conduct of Council Elections have not yet been made, and because the obsolete and defective rules of 1951 are still used by the KAAC as well as the state government the non tribal emigrants have taken away political power of the schedule tribe guaranteed by the Constitution of India…hence the naked demonstrations,” said a press release issued by the 24 organizations.
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July - 21 
Chief Minister (CM) N Chandrababu Naidu and some Police officers are on the "hit list" of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, Andhra Pradesh Director General of Police (DGP) N Sambasiva Rao told to reporters in Visakhap
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Chief Minister (CM) N Chandrababu Naidu and some Police officers are on the "hit list" of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, Andhra Pradesh Director General of Police (DGP) N Sambasiva Rao told to reporters in Visakhapatnam District on April 21, reports Deccan Chronicle.
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July - 21 
In a joint operation, the teams of the Crime Investigation Department (CID) and the Border Security Force (BSF) on July 21, has arrested two unidentified persons and recovered the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) worth INR 11 lakh from two separate
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In a joint operation, the teams of the Crime Investigation Department (CID) and the Border Security Force (BSF) on July 21, has arrested two unidentified persons and recovered the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) worth INR 11 lakh from two separate locations—Baishnabnagar Township and 18th Mile, in Malda District of West Bengal, reports Business Standard. The BSF personnel handed-over the FICNs and arrested persons to Kaliachak Police Station for further investigation.
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July - 21 
militants fired at Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) party in Mattan area of Anantnag District on July 21 afternoon. The CRPFretaliated, however, there were no fatalities on either side. Security Forces (SFs) immediately cordoned off
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militants fired at Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) party in Mattan area of Anantnag District on July 21 afternoon. The CRPFretaliated, however, there were no fatalities on either side. Security Forces (SFs) immediately cordoned off the area and launched searches.
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July - 21 
Mizoram government is lated to begin repatriation of Bru tribals from August 14, two days ahead of the schedule, reports Morung Expresson July 22. Mizoram Home department officials stated that 32,857 Bru refugees from 5,413 families would be rep
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Mizoram government is lated to begin repatriation of Bru tribals from August 14, two days ahead of the schedule, reports Morung Expresson July 22. Mizoram Home department officials stated that 32,857 Bru refugees from 5,413 families would be repatriated from six relief camps in Tripura and they would be resettled in 48 villages in Mamit district, 10 villages in Kolasib district bordering Assam and 4 villages in south Mizoram’s Lunglei district. Of the 32,857 Bru refugees, who would be repatriated soon, 23,280 are adults and 9,577 are children.4,199 families will be settled in Mamit district, 824 in Kolasib district and the rest 384 families in Lunglei district. According to the officials, the repatriated families would be initially lodged at makeshift camps after which they will be allowed to construct houses of their own on the land given by respective village councils in three districts – Mamit, Kolasib and Lunglei. They added that genuine Bru residents of Mizoram who have been identified in November 2016 would be repatriated in their respective villages. The repatriation is schedule to be completed by September 30.
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July - 21 
Mokokchung Deputy Commissioner has informed that the Additional District Magistrate has issued prohibitory order under Section 144 CrPc from Dusk to Dawn for 60 days along Assam-Nagaland border, reports Northeast Today on July 22. As per of
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Mokokchung Deputy Commissioner has informed that the Additional District Magistrate has issued prohibitory order under Section 144 CrPc from Dusk to Dawn for 60 days along Assam-Nagaland border, reports Northeast Today on July 22. As per official sources, the order was imposed due to unstable law and order situation in 5 km Assam belt bordering Nagaland. The area falling under purview of the said order are Halwating, Galekey and Bihubor police stations along Assam-Nagaland border.
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July - 21 
Odisha Police recovered a rocket bomb from a suspicious box lying inside Gandhamardana forest near Gopala Sahi in Suakathi under Sadar Police Station in Keonjhar District of Odisha, on July 21, reports OdishaTV. The locals spotted the suspicious
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Odisha Police recovered a rocket bomb from a suspicious box lying inside Gandhamardana forest near Gopala Sahi in Suakathi under Sadar Police Station in Keonjhar District of Odisha, on July 21, reports OdishaTV. The locals spotted the suspicious box and informed the Police. The Police suspect bomb might have fallen off while being transported by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres.
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July - 21 
On July 21 Dimapur Police arrested a ‘section officer’ of Naga National Council (NNC) identified as Khekivi Aye while demanding money from Nagaland Sofa Centre located at Church Road, Dimapur, reports Morung Express.
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On July 21 Dimapur Police arrested a ‘section officer’ of Naga National Council (NNC) identified as Khekivi Aye while demanding money from Nagaland Sofa Centre located at Church Road, Dimapur, reports Morung Express.
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July - 21 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested an individual identified as Vitoka Sumi on July 21 near DC ground in Kiphire, reports Morung Express. A pistol, magazine and three rounds were recovered from the arrestee.
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested an individual identified as Vitoka Sumi on July 21 near DC ground in Kiphire, reports Morung Express. A pistol, magazine and three rounds were recovered from the arrestee.
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July - 21 
Sopore Police arrested two Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), identified as Tanveer Ahmad Mir and Tanveer Ahmad Najar and recovered huge cache of ammunition from their possession from Dangerpora area in Baramula District o
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Sopore Police arrested two Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), identified as Tanveer Ahmad Mir and Tanveer Ahmad Najar and recovered huge cache of ammunition from their possession from Dangerpora area in Baramula District on July 21, reports Daily Excelsior. One UBGL (Under Barrel Grenade Launcher) grenade, one magazine with 15 rounds of AK-47 and 2 matrix sheets were recovered from their possession.
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July - 21 
Terrorist violence has come down in Jammu and Kashmir substantially ever since the State has been placed under Governor’s rule but incidents of stone pelting have increased marginally, official data show, reports Daily Excelsior on Ju
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Terrorist violence has come down in Jammu and Kashmir substantially ever since the State has been placed under Governor’s rule but incidents of stone pelting have increased marginally, official data show, reports Daily Excelsior on July 22. According to the data compiled by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA), there has been a decrease in attacks carried out by terrorists since June 16 to July 15 in comparison to the month of Ramzan when the suspension of operations was in force. While the suspension of operations was announced for a month with the beginning of Ramzan on May 16, Governor’s rule was imposed in Jammu and Kashmir on June 20 after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) withdrew support to the Mehbooba Mufti-led coalition Government in the State. According to the data, as many as 47 terrorist incidents took place in past one month, but the number of such incidents during the suspension of operations in previous month was 80, half of which were grenade throwing and random firing. Fourteen terrorists and five Security Forces (SFs) personnel were killed during the Governor’s rule as compared to 24 terrorists and 10 SFs personnel killed during the suspension of operations. During the one month of Governor’s rule, 95 cases of stone pelting were reported while during the one month of ceasefire, 90 incidents were reported. As many as seven civilians were killed in operations carried out by SFs during Governor’s rule as compared to four civilian deaths during the one month of suspension of operations.
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July - 21 
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs, in its latest report stated that Arunachal Pradesh has witnessed a rise in the number of insurgency-related incidents unlike other northeastern states, reports The Telegraph on July 22.
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The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs, in its latest report stated that Arunachal Pradesh has witnessed a rise in the number of insurgency-related incidents unlike other northeastern states, reports The Telegraph on July 22. The report stated that the committee is also constrained to express its concern that unlike the overall northeastern region, which shows a declining trend of insurgency-related incidents and casualties suffered by the civilians and an improvement in the security scenario, Arunachal Pradesh has seen a rise in the number of such incidents. In 2012, Arunachal Pradesh accounted for just 5 per cent of the incidents in the entire region. But in 2017, it accounted for almost 20 per cent of the incidents in the region.
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July - 21 
Three civilians identified as Alavuddin, Kathim and Maqboor, who were abducted by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, have escaped from Maoists’ captivity, reports evartha on July 21. The three civilians wer
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Three civilians identified as Alavuddin, Kathim and Maqboor, who were abducted by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, have escaped from Maoists’ captivity, reports evartha on July 21. The three civilians were abducted from Emerald estate at Kallady near Meppady in Wayanad District in Kerala. Four CPI-Maoist cadres including a woman in military uniforms requested rice and groceries from the civilians. The civilians, who hail from West Bengal, could not follow the language and Alavuddin took a photograph of the group on his mobile phone and it provoked the CPI-Maoist cadres. Police have intensified the combing operations in the Kalladi forest area and identified Vikram Gowda as the leader of the CPI-Maoist group and other members as Soman, Unnimaya, and Santhosh, adds The Hindu on July 21.
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July - 21 
Working Committee (WC) of the Naga National Political Groups (NNPGs) has sought to clear air on the ongoing talks with the Government of India, reports Morung Express on July 22. In a press statement, the media cell of the WC-NNPGs sa
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Working Committee (WC) of the Naga National Political Groups (NNPGs) has sought to clear air on the ongoing talks with the Government of India, reports Morung Express on July 22. In a press statement, the media cell of the WC-NNPGs said in recent days, media outlets have been active on the Indo-Naga political talks, touching subject matters that do not conform to the agreed position or preamble to negotiations signed on November 17, 2017 in New Delhi. Seeking to clear any confusion, the press statement said the NNPGs under the banner of Working Committee (WC), with N Kitovi Zhimomi as convenor and and five Co-conveners, all from different Political Groups- Zhopra Vero, ‘vice president’ Federal Government of Nagalad (FGN), Y Wangtin Naga of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Reformation (NSCN-R), Hozheto Chophy of Naga National Council (NNC) and Kiumukam Yimchunger NNC-GDRN are presently engaged in the negotiations with the GoI, represented by R. N Ravi, the Interlocutor, who is also the interlocutor in the talks with NSCN-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM). Meanwhile, NSCN-IM stated on July 21 that that at no point of time in the negotiations with GoI, the NSCN had softened its stand on the issues of Naga history, identity, rights including integration of all Naga areas, let alone accepting the Indian constitution, reports Morung Express. While asserting that the relationship between the GoI and the Nagas shall be based on the agreement arrived at, the NSCN (IM) said the agreement should not be distorted by anyone. Additionally, The Hindu on July 22 reported that Naga peace accord, is almost ready but the government has to decide on the signatory. There is confusion on who will sign the agreement on behalf of the Naga groups and a decision on this could take some time. After signing an agreement with the NSCN-IM, Indian Government signed a preamble in November 2017 with NNPGs. to hold further discussions to find a solution to the long-standing Naga issue. However, it is not clear how long it will take to get all the factions on the same page. According to the report, there is understanding that while there will be no redrawing of the maps for Assam, Arunachal Pradesh and Manipur to merge the Naga inhabited areas with Nagaland for a Greater Nagaland or Nagalim, Nagas living in these States would get “special rights” on “land and resources. Additionally the Union Ministry of Home Officials (UMHA) informed parliamentary officials that NSCN-IM has had the largest extortion network spanning almost all of the villages of Nagaland. It also emerged as the biggest supplier of arms in the Northeast. Arms were smuggled from China, through Bangladesh and sold to insurgent outfits across the region. GoI has proposed an auxiliary battalion for the cadres of NSCN-IM, who have been living in a camp in Hebron.
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July - 22 
A Pakistani national, who was attempting to sneak into Indian side from across the International Border (IB), was shot dead by Border Security Force (BSF) personnel guarding the Hiranagar sector in Kathua District on July 22, reports D
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A Pakistani national, who was attempting to sneak into Indian side from across the International Border (IB), was shot dead by Border Security Force (BSF) personnel guarding the Hiranagar sector in Kathua District on July 22, reports Daily Excelsior. “BSF personnel noticed some movement in Bobiya and challenged the intruder when he tried to sneak into this side around 0645 hours”, a Police official said. He said the man paid no heed to the warning and was subsequently shot dead. The New Indian Express adds that a spokesman of the BSF said, "It is assumed that the intruder was guide of the terrorists who were waiting for his clearance signal. Body of individual has been recovered and legal formalities are in hand."
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July - 22 
All political parties of Manipur, barring the Congress demanded a special session of the Legislative Assembly be convened to discuss the Naga framework agreement on July 22, reports The Northeast Today. Moreover, civil society organisations All
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All political parties of Manipur, barring the Congress demanded a special session of the Legislative Assembly be convened to discuss the Naga framework agreement on July 22, reports The Northeast Today. Moreover, civil society organisations All Manipur United Clubs’ Organisation (AMUCO), Committee of Civil Societies Kangleipak (CCSK) and the United Committee Manipur (UCM) have opposed details shared by the Centre’s interlocutor for Naga peace process R.N. Ravi to settle the Indo-Naga peace talks providing a “special status” according to Article 371-A of the Constitution. AMUCO president Ph. Deban Sharma said the implementation of Article 371-A in the state is almost similar to the formation of a “separate Naga council” in the state or a “state within the state” which is totally against the wishes of the people of Manipur.
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July - 22 
An Army jawan (trooper) was injured in a landmine explosion near the Line of Control (LoC) in Sawajian sector of Poonch District on July 22, reports Daily Excelsior. Sepoy Shade Suraj Arun was part of a patrolling party when he acciden
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An Army jawan (trooper) was injured in a landmine explosion near the Line of Control (LoC) in Sawajian sector of Poonch District on July 22, reports Daily Excelsior. Sepoy Shade Suraj Arun was part of a patrolling party when he accidentally stepped over the landmine in Sawajian sector, causing the explosion, a Police official said.
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July - 22 
Feuding militant groups, United Kuki Liberation Front (UKLF) and Kuki National Army (KNA), have started negotiations without any conditions following a ‘Peace Banquet’ hosted under the aegis of the Hill Tribal Council (HTC), Moreh, report
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Feuding militant groups, United Kuki Liberation Front (UKLF) and Kuki National Army (KNA), have started negotiations without any conditions following a ‘Peace Banquet’ hosted under the aegis of the Hill Tribal Council (HTC), Moreh, reports Imphal Free Press on July 23. The peace processes were initiated following the incident between the two rival groups that took place on July 13 at Moreh ward number II.
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July - 22 
Militants fired at the residential house of a local Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader in Pulwama District on July 22 evening, adds Daily Excelsior. Militants fired towards the house of Gulzar Ahmad Nengroo, general secretary BJP Pulw
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Militants fired at the residential house of a local Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader in Pulwama District on July 22 evening, adds Daily Excelsior. Militants fired towards the house of Gulzar Ahmad Nengroo, general secretary BJP Pulwama in Prichoo village of the Pulwama District. The Personal Security Officer (PSOs) of Nengroo retaliated by firing at the militants. However, there were no fatalities on either side.
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July - 22 
Security Forces (SFs) on July 22 killed three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants at Redwani area in Kulgam District who were involved in the killing of an abducted Police man, reports Daily Excelsior. The three militants were identified a
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Security Forces (SFs) on July 22 killed three Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants at Redwani area in Kulgam District who were involved in the killing of an abducted Police man, reports Daily Excelsior. The three militants were identified as Muawiya, a Pakistani national, Suhail Ahmad Dar of Redwani Balaa and Mudassar alias Rehaan of Katarsoo in of Kulgam District. Police said that they were involved in the killing of constable Mohammad Saleem Shah who was abducted on July 20 from his native village in Kulgam District and was shot dead on July 21 morning in Qoimoh area of the District. Arms and ammunition including two AK-47 rifles and a carbine were recovered from the site of encounter.
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July - 22 
SFs arrested a LeT militant, identified as Wagar Ahmed Malik and recovered arms and ammunition from his possession from Handwara in Kupwara District on July 22, reports Daily Excelsior. One UBGL and 613 rounds of AK-47 ammunition
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SFs arrested a LeT militant, identified as Wagar Ahmed Malik and recovered arms and ammunition from his possession from Handwara in Kupwara District on July 22, reports Daily Excelsior. One UBGL and 613 rounds of AK-47 ammunition were recovered from him.
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July - 22 
The ‘leader’ of the A’chik National Liberation Army (ANLA) identified as Rakkan M Sangma surrendered on July 22 in North Garo Hills District before Church leaders and family members, reports The Shillong Times. According to Pol
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The ‘leader’ of the A’chik National Liberation Army (ANLA) identified as Rakkan M Sangma surrendered on July 22 in North Garo Hills District before Church leaders and family members, reports The Shillong Times. According to Police, Rakkan along with four others- Rabi N Marak, Finest N Marak, Karan N Sangma and Kraibit Ch Marak after a secret meeting at Rangsel Reserve Forest had recently formed the group with the intent to collect arms and commit crimes like kidnapping, extortion etc in the region. While Rakkan remained absconding, all the four juvenile gang members were arrested by the Police in the second week of July. District Police chief, Dr Sacheng R Marak informed that Rakkan made a revelation in a statement that he had also tried to meet the then ‘chairman’ of Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) Champion Sangma and United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) leader Dristi Rajkhowa.
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July - 22 
The Indian Army arrested two National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Unification (NSCN-U) linkmen been identified as Dongbung Hukhun and Bhabang Hukhun on July 22 from Assam-Arunachal interstate boundary, reports The Sentinel. The arrested linkme
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The Indian Army arrested two National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Unification (NSCN-U) linkmen been identified as Dongbung Hukhun and Bhabang Hukhun on July 22 from Assam-Arunachal interstate boundary, reports The Sentinel. The arrested linkmen were carrying INR 5,00,000 of ransom money to NSCN-U camp located in Arunachal Pradesh. The linkmen also informed that two businessmen had been abducted by the outfit some days earlier and the outfit had demanded INR one million as ransom.
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July - 22 
The repatriated Brus (also known as Reangs) are demanding a uniform financial package, failing which they have threatened to boycott the last batch of Bru families in Tripura, who are waiting to be rehabilitated in Mizoram, reports The Telegraph
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The repatriated Brus (also known as Reangs) are demanding a uniform financial package, failing which they have threatened to boycott the last batch of Bru families in Tripura, who are waiting to be rehabilitated in Mizoram, reports The Telegraph on July 23. The repatriated Brus formed a committee, Equal Package Demand Committee to register their demands, reports The Telegraph. It is headed by Elvis Chorkhy, chairman of Bru Coordination Committee (BCC) and former president of the Mizoram Bru Displaced People's Forum (MBDPF), an apex body of displaced Bru families in Tripura. Elvis Chorkhy stated that while the repatriated Brus had received a one-time package of Rs 80,000 per family and free ration for a year, the last batch waiting to be repatriated would get a monthly allowance of INR 5,000 per family for two years, free ration for the same period, INR 400,000 per family at the end of three years and housing assistance of Rs 1.50 lakh, according the quadripartite agreement. He also added that 1,712 Bru families have already returned to the state in batches since 2010. A last batch of about 32,857 Bru refugees from 5,413 families, who are living in six relief camps in Tripura, will start returning to Mizoram from August in phases.
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July - 23 
A youth, identified as Sheikh Waqar, a resident of Malik Gund village in Shopian District announced on social media that he has joined the Al Badr militant outfit, reports Daily Excelsior on July 24. His picture brandishing with a
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A youth, identified as Sheikh Waqar, a resident of Malik Gund village in Shopian District announced on social media that he has joined the Al Badr militant outfit, reports Daily Excelsior on July 24. His picture brandishing with a rifle has gone viral on social media. His code name as per the picture is ‘Tepu Sultan’. Waqar, who has done BSc and Lab Technician course was missing for last two weeks. Regarding his picture going viral on social media, a Police official said: “We are ascertaining the authenticity of the picture and are investigating it from all angles but it would be premature to conclude that the youth has joined the militant ranks.” Meanwhile, the family said that their son had left home to go to Chandigarh for continuing his further studies. The family urged Waqar, the lone brother of three sisters, to return back. “It would be far better for him to return home and look after the family particularly his sisters”, they said.
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July - 23 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in the forest of Chhote Usri village under Bayanar Police Station limits in Kondagaon District of Chhattisgarh on July 23, reports Business
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in the forest of Chhote Usri village under Bayanar Police Station limits in Kondagaon District of Chhattisgarh on July 23, reports Business Standard. The encounter took place when District Reserve Guard (DRG) was out on an anti- Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] operation. The Police recovered one 09 mm pistol and a single barrel muzzle loading gun from the encounter site. The identity of the killedCPI-Maoist cadre is believed to be Jugnu, a member of Local Organisation Squad (LOS). However, the real identity will be known after the patrolling team returns to its camp, said Superintendent of Police (SP), Abhishek Pallav.
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July - 23 
Depicting itself as a ‘biggest victim’ of Pakistan-sponsored Narco-terrorism, the State of Punjab has approached the Central government to seek a special category status under the National Health Protection Scheme (NHPS) that provides fin
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Depicting itself as a ‘biggest victim’ of Pakistan-sponsored Narco-terrorism, the State of Punjab has approached the Central government to seek a special category status under the National Health Protection Scheme (NHPS) that provides financial support to the families of victims, reports The Tribune on July 24. The Punjab youth who are the future of the State are becoming victims of Narco-terrorism and that impacts the economic growth of the State. Punjab has emerged as the biggest victim of a proxy war waged against it by Pakistan, for which Pakistan has used Narcotics as its silent weapon, wrote Punjab’s Health Minister Brahm Mohindra in a letter addressing Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda.
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July - 23 
Dimapur Police arrested an NNC-Non accordist (NNC-NA) militant identified as Shikavi Yepthomi while demanding money from truck drivers on July 23, reports Morung Express.
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Dimapur Police arrested an NNC-Non accordist (NNC-NA) militant identified as Shikavi Yepthomi while demanding money from truck drivers on July 23, reports Morung Express.
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July - 23 
Kuki Liberation Front (UKLF) and Kuki National Army (KNA) on July 23 signed a peace accord on July 23 after a mutual understanding was reached regarding the July 13 firing incident at Moreh ward number II, reports Imphal Free Press. A release signed
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Kuki Liberation Front (UKLF) and Kuki National Army (KNA) on July 23 signed a peace accord on July 23 after a mutual understanding was reached regarding the July 13 firing incident at Moreh ward number II, reports Imphal Free Press. A release signed by president of Hill Tribal Council (HTC), Moreh, Joseph Ginkhosei stated that the development was a result of the ‘Peace Banquet’ hosted by the Peace Commission that was constituted under the aegis of the HTC.
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July - 23 
On July 23, United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) Over Ground Workers (OGWs) were arrested from Rajgarh Tiniali in Dibrugarh District, reports Assam Tribune. One .32 pistol and four live rounds were recovered from the arrestees wh
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On July 23, United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) Over Ground Workers (OGWs) were arrested from Rajgarh Tiniali in Dibrugarh District, reports Assam Tribune. One .32 pistol and four live rounds were recovered from the arrestees who were identified as Pradeep Ghosh and Punna Das.
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July - 23 
Over 20 persons were injured as Security Forces (SFs) used force to disperse protesters during an anti-militancy operation in Khudwani area of Kulgam District on July 23, reports Daily Excelsior. A joint operation was launched by Army’s 1s
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Over 20 persons were injured as Security Forces (SFs) used force to disperse protesters during an anti-militancy operation in Khudwani area of Kulgam District on July 23, reports Daily Excelsior. A joint operation was launched by Army’s 1st Rastriya Rifles (RR), Special Operations Group (SOG) of Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in Lone mohalla area of Khudwani following inputs about the presence of militants. Youth took to streets and clashed with the SFs during the anti-militancy operation. SFs fired teargas and pellets to chase away the protesters who were trying to disrupt the search operation. In the incident, over 20 persons suffered injuries most of them with pellets.
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July - 23 
Section 144 CrPC has been imposed throughout the district from July 23 over apprehension of law and order issues in view of the Students United Movement of All Arunachal’s (SUMAA) ultimatum that it would hold its second phase of agitation over
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Section 144 CrPC has been imposed throughout the district from July 23 over apprehension of law and order issues in view of the Students United Movement of All Arunachal’s (SUMAA) ultimatum that it would hold its second phase of agitation over grievances related to the Tibetan Rehabilitation Policy, 2014, reports Northeast Today. On 13 July, the SUMAA staged a protest rally against Tibetan refugees in West Kameng district who possess permanent structures outside their designated refugee settlement areas, fake trading licences, permanent residential certificates, and Scheduled Tribe (ST) certificates alongside their refugee cards.
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July - 23 
State Minister for skill, employment and entrepreneurship announced skill training and financial assistance to 18,000 ex-militants, reports The Telegraph on July 24. The Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary stated that We will provide three mont
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State Minister for skill, employment and entrepreneurship announced skill training and financial assistance to 18,000 ex-militants, reports The Telegraph on July 24. The Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary stated that We will provide three months' skill training for 18,000 ex-militants and financial assistance to set up their own units. The police department will provide the lists of the ex-militants. A sum of INR 1,00,000 lakh financial assistance per beneficiary will be provided. Our government is providing 20 per cent subsidy, INR 25,000 has to be put up by the beneficiary and INR 50,000 will be given by the bank as loan”.
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July - 23 
The Indian Intelligence agencies got information from unspecified sources that Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM)’s ‘commander’— Umar Khalifa has declared his exit from HuM and pledged allegiance with the Islamic State (IS), reports&n
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The Indian Intelligence agencies got information from unspecified sources that Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM)’s ‘commander’— Umar Khalifa has declared his exit from HuM and pledged allegiance with the Islamic State (IS), reports The Times of India on July 24. On unspecified channel of Telegram application, Khalifa aka Ishfaq Ahmed Sofi has denounced via text and audio message that Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) are Murtad (apostate) and accused ISI for threatening his family and demanding ransom for Khalifa’s exit from HuM. "Today I publicly announce my dis-association from the Harkat-ul-Mujahideen— organisation run by Murtad (ISI) and establishment of Taghoot of democratic Pakistan. I publicly announce that Sheikh Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi al-Qureshi is my commander and Khalif," read a message from Umar Khalifa released at his Telegram channel [unspecified].
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July - 23 
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) on July 23 announced that it has issued broad guidelines for security of defence installations from the terrorist attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, including risk categorization, security audit and upgradation of Intelligenc
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The Ministry of Defence (MoD) on July 23 announced that it has issued broad guidelines for security of defence installations from the terrorist attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, including risk categorization, security audit and upgradation of Intelligence gathering etc to ensure that the militants don’t manage to target the security camps again, reports Daily Excelsior. Minister of State for Defence Dr Subash Bhamre announced the guidelines and other measures taken to prevent attacks on security camps and other installations in the Rajya Sabha (the upper house of Indian Parliament) on July 23. “The Government has issued broad guidelines for security of defence installations and in compliance with the guidelines, the Defence forces have taken a number of actions,” the Minister said.
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July - 23 
Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) women cadres identified as Tambelu Lakshmi alias Janaki (20), a native of Burikipanasa under Pedabayalu Mandal (administrative sub-division) in Vizag agency and Pangi Sheelu&n
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Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) women cadres identified as Tambelu Lakshmi alias Janaki (20), a native of Burikipanasa under Pedabayalu Mandal (administrative sub-division) in Vizag agency and Pangi Sheelu alias Latha (20) of Gunavolu under G Madugula Mandal in Visakhapatnam District and four CPI-Maoist militia members identified as M Ramakrishna, 30, G Kondababu, 26, P Simhachalam, 40, and G Ananda Rao, who are members of Korukonda Area Committeev(KAC) have surrendered before the Superintendent of Police (SP), Rahul Deve Sharma in Visakhapatnam District of Andhra Pradesh on July 23, reports The Hans India. The surrendered women CPI-Maoist cadres were involved in several crimes, including killing, damaging the equipment used for road-construction and others illegal activities.Lakshmi had handled the .303 rifle and used to place land mines and both worked for the CPI (Maoist) from 2014 to 2016. Both Lakshmi and Sheelu who had escaped from forcible child marriages, were motivated by Maoist leader Kiran to join CPI-Maoist.
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July - 23 
Two CPI-Maoist cadres have surrendered before the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) personnel at Hadeli camp in Kondagaon District in Chhattisgarh on July 23, reports Latestly.
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Two CPI-Maoist cadres have surrendered before the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) personnel at Hadeli camp in Kondagaon District in Chhattisgarh on July 23, reports Latestly.
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July - 24 
A 10-year-old boy, identified as Ashiq Hussain was injured when an unexploded shell went off near the Line of Control (LoC) in Shahpur sector in Poonch District on July 24, reports Daily Excelsior. He was injured when he reportedly started fiddl
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A 10-year-old boy, identified as Ashiq Hussain was injured when an unexploded shell went off near the Line of Control (LoC) in Shahpur sector in Poonch District on July 24, reports Daily Excelsior. He was injured when he reportedly started fiddling with some unexploded ammunition, sources said.
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July - 24 
A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel, identified as Shankar Lal was killed and another injured in a militant attack near Fire and Emergency Services Headquarters in Batamaloo area of Srinagar District on July 24 afternoon, reports&nbs
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A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel, identified as Shankar Lal was killed and another injured in a militant attack near Fire and Emergency Services Headquarters in Batamaloo area of Srinagar District on July 24 afternoon, reports Daily Excelsior. Militants opened fire on the CRPF party of 23rd battalion in the afternoon at Batmaloo area of Srinagar who were performing duty on the main road. Sources said that two militants came on a motor cycle and fired at the CRPF men killing one of them and injuring another. Later, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) claimed responsibility for the attack.
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a National Democratic Front of Bodoland-Saraigwra (NDFB-S) militant and an Over Ground Worker (OGW) were arrested in the intervening night of July 24-25 from near Saralbhanga river in Kokrajhar District, reports The Sentinel. The arrested individuals
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a National Democratic Front of Bodoland-Saraigwra (NDFB-S) militant and an Over Ground Worker (OGW) were arrested in the intervening night of July 24-25 from near Saralbhanga river in Kokrajhar District, reports The Sentinel. The arrested individuals were identified as ‘sergeant’ Dikum Basumatary alias Derhasat and Jibiar Basumatary. Dikum Basumatary was trained in Myanmar in 2013 and belongs to the 39th batch of NDFB-S. A foreign-made pistol, one country-made pistol and nine live rounds of ammunition were recovered from the arrestees.
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July - 24 
A National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militant identified as AshetoSema was arrested on July 24 from Dilai gate in Dimapur, reports Morung Express.
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A National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militant identified as AshetoSema was arrested on July 24 from Dilai gate in Dimapur, reports Morung Express.
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July - 24 
A surrendered United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant was arrested on July 24 by Bharalumukh Police of Kamrup District, reports Assam Tribune. The arrested individual was identified as Nipon Das. INR 1,00,000 was recovered from the arres
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A surrendered United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant was arrested on July 24 by Bharalumukh Police of Kamrup District, reports Assam Tribune. The arrested individual was identified as Nipon Das. INR 1,00,000 was recovered from the arrestee.
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July - 24 
A total of 338 incidents of ceasefire violation and cross-border firings were reported in Jammu and Kashmir during the month of Ramzan, Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Hansraj Gangaram Ahir said on July 24, reports Daily Excelsior. At
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A total of 338 incidents of ceasefire violation and cross-border firings were reported in Jammu and Kashmir during the month of Ramzan, Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Hansraj Gangaram Ahir said on July 24, reports Daily Excelsior. At least 14 Security Forces (SFs) personnel and 11 civilians were killed in the cross-border firing from Pakistan in April and June, he told the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Indian Parliament). “During the month of Ramzan – from May 17 to June 16 – altogether 338 incidents of ceasefire violation and cross-border firings were reported in Jammu and Kashmir as against 139 during April 16 to May 16,” the Minister said, replying to a written question.Union Minister of State for Home Kiren Rijiju, responding to a separate question, on July 24 said as many as 272 infiltrations were reported along the Indo-Myanmar border, 108 along the Indo-Pakistan border and just five along the Indo-Bangladesh border in 2015-17.
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July - 24 
Assam Tribune reports that on July 24 alleged naga militants opened fire at an assistant manager of a tea garden under Selenghat Police station in Jorhat District, reports Assam Tribune. According to the manager Prodyut Phukon a group of about 1
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Assam Tribune reports that on July 24 alleged naga militants opened fire at an assistant manager of a tea garden under Selenghat Police station in Jorhat District, reports Assam Tribune. According to the manager Prodyut Phukon a group of about 15 armed persons wearing camouflaged dress with black cloth tied on their heads entered the estate. The manager also added that earlier had received an extortion demand of INR eight million in August 2017. Separately he had received an extortion demand of INR six million as well.
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July - 24 
Chief Electoral Officer Frederick Kharkongor on July 24 stated that four companies of the Central Armed Paramilitary Forces (CAPF) would be required for the Tura (West Garo Hills District) by-poll scheduled for August 23, reports The Shillong Ti
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Chief Electoral Officer Frederick Kharkongor on July 24 stated that four companies of the Central Armed Paramilitary Forces (CAPF) would be required for the Tura (West Garo Hills District) by-poll scheduled for August 23, reports The Shillong Times. One company of CAPF will be deployed for counting and surveillance teams will also be set up as part of the security plan. Out of 36 polling stations, 18 have been categorised as vulnerable and one as critical.
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July - 24 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) ‘divisional committee’ member and In-charge of Cherla-Shabari area, identified as Arun (30) was killed in an encounter with Police in forest area of Cherla Mandal (administrative sub-
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) ‘divisional committee’ member and In-charge of Cherla-Shabari area, identified as Arun (30) was killed in an encounter with Police in forest area of Cherla Mandal (administrative sub-division) in Bhadradri-Kothagudem District in Telangana on July 24, reports Business Standard. He was involved in more than 10 crimes, including three killings and landmine blasts, and carried a reward of INR 400,000 on his head. The Police Personnel were on a combing operation in the forest areas of Cherla Mandal (administrative sub-division) bordering Chhattisgarh when came under attack by a group of CPI-Maoist cadres following which they returned fire in self-defence. The Police recovered a .303 rifle and four kit bags from the encounter spot. Arun remained underground for the past ten years as senior Maoist cadre.
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July - 24 
In a joint operation by the Uttar Pradesh’s Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), Noida Police, and the West Bengal Police on July 24, two Bangladesh nationals—Rubel Ahmed aka Munir ul-Islam and Musharraf Hussain aka Musa, suspe
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In a joint operation by the Uttar Pradesh’s Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), Noida Police, and the West Bengal Police on July 24, two Bangladesh nationals—Rubel Ahmed aka Munir ul-Islam and Musharraf Hussain aka Musa, suspected members of Jammat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB), were arrested from Gautam Buddh Nagar District of Uttar Pradesh, reports The Hindu. They managed to escape from Bangladesh in March 2018 and started operating in Noida and Ghaziabad Districts, read a statement issued by the ATS. However, no recoveries of any arms, cash or narcotics were made from them upon their arrest. A joint investigation will be carried out, said Uttar Pradesh’s Director-General of Police (DGP) O.P. Singh.
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July - 24 
Militants hurled a grenade on CRPF camp at Akoora Mattan in Anantnag District on July 24 evening, adds Daily Excelsior. However, there was no loss of life or injury and militants fled under the cover of darkness.
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Militants hurled a grenade on CRPF camp at Akoora Mattan in Anantnag District on July 24 evening, adds Daily Excelsior. However, there was no loss of life or injury and militants fled under the cover of darkness.
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July - 24 
Militants hurled grenade followed with firing on 42 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) camp at Lurgam in Tral in Pulwama District on July 24 evening, reports Daily Excelsior. The security guards retaliated. However, there was no loss of life or inj
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Militants hurled grenade followed with firing on 42 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) camp at Lurgam in Tral in Pulwama District on July 24 evening, reports Daily Excelsior. The security guards retaliated. However, there was no loss of life or injury and militants fled under the cover of darkness.
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July - 24 
Nagaland is set to take all preventive measures against influx of illegal immigrants from Assam due to the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam from 31st July 2018, reports Northeast Today on July 25. The Nagaland Police is deploying addition
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Nagaland is set to take all preventive measures against influx of illegal immigrants from Assam due to the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam from 31st July 2018, reports Northeast Today on July 25. The Nagaland Police is deploying additional forces to the border areas to check and prevent influx of the illegal immigrants. Moreover, additional Indian Reserve Battalion (IRBN) units is also being deployed in the Assam-Nagaland border region.
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July - 24 
Nagaland Post reports that tension prevailed along Nagaland-Assam border (Mokokchung-Amgrui road) bordering Tuli. Villagers blocked near Amguri blockaded the road after the reports of the alleged shooting. According to some sources, around three
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Nagaland Post reports that tension prevailed along Nagaland-Assam border (Mokokchung-Amgrui road) bordering Tuli. Villagers blocked near Amguri blockaded the road after the reports of the alleged shooting. According to some sources, around three unknown miscreants fired in the air to scare away some workers who were cutting jungles in the border area.
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July - 24 
On July 24, Border Guards Bangladesh (BGB) and Border Security Force (BSF) discussed the security concern over Rohingya refugees during the biannual conference which was held in West Tripura District, reports Assam Tribune. According to BGB Addi
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On July 24, Border Guards Bangladesh (BGB) and Border Security Force (BSF) discussed the security concern over Rohingya refugees during the biannual conference which was held in West Tripura District, reports Assam Tribune. According to BGB Additional Director General Zahid Hasan the refugees have exerted economic pressure on Bangladesh, but they did not pose any threat. However, BSF Inspector General (Tripura Frontier) HK Lohia stated that the ‘threat perception’ from Rohingya refugees should not be ruled out entirely.
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July - 24 
On July 24, two persons identified as Izheto Achumi and Vinoka Achumi of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah(NSCN-IM) were arrested for extortion activities the shops at Blue Hill area in Dimapur District, repots Morung Express. A pistol along with magazine and fou
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On July 24, two persons identified as Izheto Achumi and Vinoka Achumi of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah(NSCN-IM) were arrested for extortion activities the shops at Blue Hill area in Dimapur District, repots Morung Express. A pistol along with magazine and four live rounds were recovered from the arrestees.
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July - 24 
Police in Kupwara received information that two youth, identified as Iqbal Banday (18) and Gowhar Ahmad Wani (17) were missing since July 23, reports Daily Excelsior. Later on July 24, Police tracked down their movement and they were broug
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Police in Kupwara received information that two youth, identified as Iqbal Banday (18) and Gowhar Ahmad Wani (17) were missing since July 23, reports Daily Excelsior. Later on July 24, Police tracked down their movement and they were brought back from Tral in Pulwama District. One of them had uploaded his photo on social media taken at the grave of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘commander’ Burhan Wani. Police said that the duo had the intention to join militancy. After counseling, Police handed over both the youth to their parents.
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July - 24 
Small arms firing was also reported for over half-an-hour in the nearby Sawjian sector in the early hours on July 24 but further details were awaited. Sources, however, said there was no ceasefire violation and the firing were resorted by Army to cha
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Small arms firing was also reported for over half-an-hour in the nearby Sawjian sector in the early hours on July 24 but further details were awaited. Sources, however, said there was no ceasefire violation and the firing were resorted by Army to challenge suspicious movements noticed along the LoC. There was no report of any casualty in the incident, they said.
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July - 24 
The Dal Khalsa and ShrimoniAkali Dal (SAD) (Amritsar) on July 24 inquired the Sikhs For Justice—a pro-Khalistan organisation, to clarify the doubts in its Sikh Referendum 2020 proposal, reports The Tribune. The ‘president’
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The Dal Khalsa and ShrimoniAkali Dal (SAD) (Amritsar) on July 24 inquired the Sikhs For Justice—a pro-Khalistan organisation, to clarify the doubts in its Sikh Referendum 2020 proposal, reports The Tribune. The ‘president’ of Dal Khalsa—Harpal Singh Cheema and ‘president’ of SAD-Amritsar—Simranjit Singh Mann expected that the SFJ leadership would announced their thoughts to the people of Punjab regarding the practicality of their ‘Referendum 2020’ proposal during an upcoming event on August 12, 2018 in London, United Kingdom (UK). However, Punjab’s Chief Minister (CM) (Capt.) Amarinder Singh has stated that the organisation such as SFJ are seeking to divide the State with its campaign—Referendum 2020, and there is a need to counter this propaganda more aggressively.
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July - 25 
A person, identified as Suhail Ahmad Wani, brother of slain Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM)militant Nasir Wani, arrested in connection with the killing of a civilian last week, escaped from Police custody from the police station Zainapora in ShopianDist
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A person, identified as Suhail Ahmad Wani, brother of slain Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM)militant Nasir Wani, arrested in connection with the killing of a civilian last week, escaped from Police custody from the police station Zainapora in ShopianDistrict on July 25, reports Daily Excelsior.Suhail was arrested along with two other persons Shakir Ahmad Padder of HeffShopian (brother of slain HM commander Saddam Padder) and Suhail Ahmad Sheikh in connection with the killing of the civilian Tariq Ahmad Mohand on July 15.Body of Tariq Ahmad Mohand was recovered in Arwani on July 9 with torture marks all over his body.
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July - 25 
A staff of Central Ground Water Board identified as Vimal Kalita who was abducted on July 24 from Nongpoh in Ri Bhoi District was later rescued by Police, reports The Shillong Times. Three people were also arrested in connection with the inciden
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A staff of Central Ground Water Board identified as Vimal Kalita who was abducted on July 24 from Nongpoh in Ri Bhoi District was later rescued by Police, reports The Shillong Times. Three people were also arrested in connection with the incident.
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July - 25 
A massive operation has been launched by Army in Keran sector near the Line of Control (LoC) in Kupwara District following a brief gun battle with a group of militants on July 25 morning, reports Daily Excelsior.The encounter started near
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A massive operation has been launched by Army in Keran sector near the Line of Control (LoC) in Kupwara District following a brief gun battle with a group of militants on July 25 morning, reports Daily Excelsior.The encounter started near Kashar Katan Nallah and Army believed that it is a group of 5-6 militants. More troops have been rushed to the area to assist troops, who spotted the militant group.
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July - 25 
According to Security officials, Myanmar Army launched n operation against several camps of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) camps in Myanmar on July 25, reports Nagaland Post. Isak Sumi of NSCN-K in a Facebook post claim
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According to Security officials, Myanmar Army launched n operation against several camps of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) camps in Myanmar on July 25, reports Nagaland Post. Isak Sumi of NSCN-K in a Facebook post claimed that ‘The on-going standoff between the Myanmar Army and Naga Army has temporarily been resolved without untoward incident but Naga Army had to make a tactical withdrawal. The overall situation is still tense but the Naga Army are re-entrenched again and safe’. NSCN (K) has been maintain its base in Myanmar and it has provided logistic support and training to other militant outfits from North Eastern region, including United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I), Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) etc.
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July - 25 
Ahead of the declaration of National Register of Citizens (NRC), the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) on July 25, reports Morung Express. As the Draft NRC is expected to be published on July 30, the ministry sent an advisory to the state go
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Ahead of the declaration of National Register of Citizens (NRC), the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) on July 25, reports Morung Express. As the Draft NRC is expected to be published on July 30, the ministry sent an advisory to the state government asking it not to initiate action based on the Draft. The UMHA also stated that people who are not part of the Draft would not be automatically declared foreigners. The advisory stated that ‘The question of referring any person to a detention centre based on NRC exercise also does not arise. The state government has been asked to issue clear instructions to all administrative and police functionaries’. Additionally, GoIsent over 22,000 central paramilitary troops in order to beef up security in Assam and adjoining states ahead of NRC publications, reports Morung Express. According to a senior official, A total of 220 companies of the central armed police forces (CAPFs) are being sent to the state in view of the NRC. The largest contingent among the forces is from the CRPF (53 companies) followed by Sashastra Seema Bal (41), Border Security Forces (BSF) 40, Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) 27, Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) 20 and Railway Protection Force (RPF) 5.A total of 34 companies of the special auxiliary police are also being sent. About 105 CAPF companies are being rotated and utilised for law and order duties from within the state.
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July - 25 
On July 25, Police arrested two individuals identified as LovikaAyemi and Nona Sumi were arrested for extortion from business communities at MP Road, Dimapur, reports Morung Express. A.22 pistol with magazine and ammunition were recovered from the ar
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On July 25, Police arrested two individuals identified as LovikaAyemi and Nona Sumi were arrested for extortion from business communities at MP Road, Dimapur, reports Morung Express. A.22 pistol with magazine and ammunition were recovered from the arrested individuals.
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July - 25 
Police recovered CPI-Maoist posters at NarsingapuramBorlagudem and Pegadapally villages in MahamutharamMandalin Jayashankar-Bhupalpally District of Telangana, reports Telangana Today on July 26. CPI-Maoist posters threatened the leaders wit
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Police recovered CPI-Maoist posters at NarsingapuramBorlagudem and Pegadapally villages in MahamutharamMandalin Jayashankar-Bhupalpally District of Telangana, reports Telangana Today on July 26. CPI-Maoist posters threatened the leaders with dire consequences if they continued to work against the people’s wishes and aspirations and included names of several local political leaders from TRS (Telangana RashtraSamithi) and Indian National Congress (INC).CPI-Maoist cadres pasted posters in some villages in VenkatapuramMandalin the District, said Superintendent of Police (SP), R Bhaskaran.
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July - 25 
Telangana Police arrested a women Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre identified as MuskiRame (20), during a vehicle checking drive at R. Kothagudem in Charla Mandal (administrative sub-division) in BhadradriKothagudem Distri
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Telangana Police arrested a women Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre identified as MuskiRame (20), during a vehicle checking drive at R. Kothagudem in Charla Mandal (administrative sub-division) in BhadradriKothagudem District of Telangana on July 25, reports The Hindu.CPI-Maoist cadres attempted to trigger a blast in Charla Mandalfor damaging government property. MuskiRame, was a native of Kondavai village and wascarrying a gunny bag containing cardex wire and explosive material to carry out the blast. She was involved in the blasting of a low-level bridge across Paidivagu stream and a culvert at Satyanarayanapuram and planting of landmine at Tippapuram in Charla Mandalin 2018. Another CPI-Maoist militia member managed to flee into the nearby forest spread over the border areas along the Telangana-Chhattisgarh boundary.
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July - 25 
The Minister of State for Home Affairs (MoSHA) Kiren Rijiju on July 25 informed the Rajya Sabha (the Upper House of the Indian Parliament) that the ultra Left-Extremists and other terrorist groups—Maoists, Jaish-e-Mohammad/Muhammad (JeM), and H
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The Minister of State for Home Affairs (MoSHA) Kiren Rijiju on July 25 informed the Rajya Sabha (the Upper House of the Indian Parliament) that the ultra Left-Extremists and other terrorist groups—Maoists, Jaish-e-Mohammad/Muhammad (JeM), and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), were using children for their terrorist and other illegal activities, reports The Tribune.
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July - 25 
Two personnel of the CoBRA (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action) of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), were injured in a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) spike trap during an area domination operation in forest patch near Tarrem
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Two personnel of the CoBRA (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action) of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), were injured in a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) spike trap during an area domination operation in forest patch near Tarrem village in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh on July 25, reports NDTV. The two injured CoBRApersonnel, sub-inspector and constable sustained minor injuries.
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July - 25 
Two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT)militants were killed in an encounter in Lal Chowk area of Anantnag District on July 25, reports Daily Excelsior. During a search operation, as the Security Forces (SFs) advanced towards the house where militants we
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Two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT)militants were killed in an encounter in Lal Chowk area of Anantnag District on July 25, reports Daily Excelsior. During a search operation, as the Security Forces (SFs) advanced towards the house where militants were hiding, they were fired upon. The SFs retaliated resulting in an encounter in which two militants, identified as Bilal Ahmad Dar alias Bin Yamin Dar and Abid Hussain Bhat were killed.Police said that on the basis of the ‘incriminating materials’recovered, it is established that they belonged to LeT. “Arms and ammunition were recovered from the site of the encounter,” Police said, adding that as per police records, Bilal Ahmad Dar was involved in a series of militant acts.
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July - 26 
A hideout of United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) was destroyed by the Army in Lakhipathar area in Tinsukia District on July 26, reports The Shillong Times. Four pistols, one revolver, two rounds of 40 mm Multi Shot Grenade Launc
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A hideout of United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) was destroyed by the Army in Lakhipathar area in Tinsukia District on July 26, reports The Shillong Times. Four pistols, one revolver, two rounds of 40 mm Multi Shot Grenade Launcher, 11 rounds of 9 mm revolver, 16 rounds of 2.2 mm, one round of AK-47, a radio set, and INR 1,49,000 were recovered from the camp.
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July - 26 
A militant was killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Handwara area of Kupwara District on July 26, reports Daily Excelsior. Army’s 21st Rashtriya Rifles (RR) and Special Operations Group (SoG) of Jammu and Ka
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A militant was killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Handwara area of Kupwara District on July 26, reports Daily Excelsior. Army’s 21st Rashtriya Rifles (RR) and Special Operations Group (SoG) of Jammu and Kashmir Police Handwara launched a cordon-and-search-operation in Sudal village following inputs about the presence of a group of militants. The gun battle broke out after militants fired upon the SFs during searches of the area and one militant was killed as SFs retaliated.
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July - 26 
A special trial court on July 26 has granted a temporary bail to—Naved N. Kadri who was the accused of 2008 Ahmedabad serial blasts, for a month on medical grounds, reports The Indian Express. The special Judge—Ambalal Patel granted
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A special trial court on July 26 has granted a temporary bail to—Naved N. Kadri who was the accused of 2008 Ahmedabad serial blasts, for a month on medical grounds, reports The Indian Express. The special Judge—Ambalal Patel granted a bail for 30 days after examining his medical reports in which it was mentioned that he [Kadri] is suffering from schizophrenia.
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July - 26 
After a year of India’s declaration for the naming of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammad/Muhammad (JeM) in BRICS Summit in China, the grouping’s declaration on July 26 in BRICS Summit in Johannesburg (South Africa) did not contain
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After a year of India’s declaration for the naming of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammad/Muhammad (JeM) in BRICS Summit in China, the grouping’s declaration on July 26 in BRICS Summit in Johannesburg (South Africa) did not contain any references of the terrorist outfits—LeT and JeM, reports The Indian Express. As the previous declaration is already a part of the record, the groupings pointed out to the ‘very strong’ paragraphs on terrorism in the Johannesburg declaration, said unnamed source.
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July - 26 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres set ablaze a pump house and vehicle of National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC) under Kirandal Police Station limits of Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on July 26, reports News18. Nea
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres set ablaze a pump house and vehicle of National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC) under Kirandal Police Station limits of Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on July 26, reports News18. Nearly 150 CPI-Maoist cadres have abducted NMDC employees and removed sim cards from their mobile phones. The employees returned safely from CPI-Maoist cadres.
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July - 26 
CPI-Maoist cadres damaged railway tracks on the Visakhapatnam-Kirandul route under Bhansi Police Station limits in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on July 26, reports Orissa Post. The Visakhapatnam-Kirandul passenger train, that had cros
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CPI-Maoist cadres damaged railway tracks on the Visakhapatnam-Kirandul route under Bhansi Police Station limits in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on July 26, reports Orissa Post. The Visakhapatnam-Kirandul passenger train, that had crossed Dantewada for Kirandul, had to be brought back to Dantewada. The railway’s ground staff spotted that few fish plates of the track were removed, which was immediately informed to senior railway officials and Police. CPI-Maoist cadres have committed the offence in view of their ‘Martyrs Week’ to be observed by them between July 28 and August 3, said Deputy Inspector General (DIG), (anti-Naxal operations) Sundarraj P.
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July - 26 
five Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were injured as militants hurled a grenade on them in Goriwan area of Bijbehara town in Anantnag District on July 26, reports Daily Excelsior. The grenade exploded with a bang injuring five CRPF
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five Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were injured as militants hurled a grenade on them in Goriwan area of Bijbehara town in Anantnag District on July 26, reports Daily Excelsior. The grenade exploded with a bang injuring five CRPF men of 90th battalion. They were identified as Ominder Singh, Pankaj Kumar, Nitin Kumar, B Kumar and Yoginder Singh. Later, Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) has claimed responsibility for the attack. “Cadres of the outfit today lobbed a grenade on CRPF bunker at Zerpora Bijbehara. In the attack, more than five CRPF men suffered injuries,” the LeT spokesperson said in a statement.
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July - 26 
Militants snatched four SLRs (Self-Loading Rifles) from Policemen guarding a former Congress leader’s house at Bunbazar in Shopian District on July 26 evening, reports Daily Excelsior. Sources said that a group of at least seven armed mili
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Militants snatched four SLRs (Self-Loading Rifles) from Policemen guarding a former Congress leader’s house at Bunbazar in Shopian District on July 26 evening, reports Daily Excelsior. Sources said that a group of at least seven armed militants raided the room of Policemen guarding the residence of former Congress leader Mohammad Shafi Banday. They said that two Policemen were on duty at the time of the raid and they were beaten up by the militants. The militants decamped with a box in which four SLRs, 8 magazines and 300 rounds of ammunition were kept. They later posted a picture of these rifles on social media.
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July - 26 
Nagaland may be the next State in the Northeast to update the 1951 National Register of Citizens after studying how the first-of-its-kind exercise in Assam pans out, reports The Hindu on July 26. Assam undertook the exercise in September 2015 and pub
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Nagaland may be the next State in the Northeast to update the 1951 National Register of Citizens after studying how the first-of-its-kind exercise in Assam pans out, reports The Hindu on July 26. Assam undertook the exercise in September 2015 and published the first draft with names of 19 million people, on December 31 last year. The second draft for the remaining 13.9 million people is scheduled to be published on July 30 (today). Nagaland Chief Secretary Temjen Toy t stated on July 26 that ‘We are contemplating an exercise to undertake NRC. We will initiate after seeing its success in Assam. Illegal migrants are becoming a major issue for the State’. Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) has announced ‘spot verification’ of documents of non-indigenous people from July 31 and asked its border units to be vigilant against influx of undocumented people from Assam.
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July - 26 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested suspected ‘commander’ of the newly formed Barak State Liberation Force (BSLF) during a joint operation launched in Notun Bosti, Dimapur on July 26, reports Morung Express.The arrested militant has been ident
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested suspected ‘commander’ of the newly formed Barak State Liberation Force (BSLF) during a joint operation launched in Notun Bosti, Dimapur on July 26, reports Morung Express.The arrested militant has been identified as Salim Ahmed alias Soloman Sheikh. One .22mm pistol with magazine and six rounds of .22mm live ammunition were recovered from the militant.
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July - 26 
SFs on July 26 recovered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at Handoora Tral in Pulwama District, reports Daily Excelsior. The IED, weighing about 20 kilogrammes was planted by militants on Handoora-Tral road and was later detonated
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SFs on July 26 recovered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at Handoora Tral in Pulwama District, reports Daily Excelsior. The IED, weighing about 20 kilogrammes was planted by militants on Handoora-Tral road and was later detonated by the Bomb Disposal Squad.
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July - 26 
The Minister of State for Women and Child Development Virendra Kumar on July 26 informed the Rajya Sabha (the Upper House of the Indian Parliament) that Cyber Police Stations and Cyber Crime cells has been set up in every state, reports The Time
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The Minister of State for Women and Child Development Virendra Kumar on July 26 informed the Rajya Sabha (the Upper House of the Indian Parliament) that Cyber Police Stations and Cyber Crime cells has been set up in every state, reports The Times of India. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MoE&IT) has also established Cyber Forensics training labs in the North-Eastern States and cities such as Mumbai, Pune, Kolkata, and Bangalore to train the State Police officials and Judiciary members in Cybercrime detection, collection and preservation of the electronic evidences, said Kumar.
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July - 27 
A bank guard and a civilian were injured when unidentified gunmen tried to force their entry inside a bank branch in Kulgam District on July 27, reports Daily Excelsior. Gunmen barged into Mohamadpora branch of Jammu and Kashmir Bank with an int
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A bank guard and a civilian were injured when unidentified gunmen tried to force their entry inside a bank branch in Kulgam District on July 27, reports Daily Excelsior. Gunmen barged into Mohamadpora branch of Jammu and Kashmir Bank with an intention to loot the cash. However, the bank guard opened fire to prevent the bank loot attempt. The gunmen opened fire in retaliation, resulting in injuries to two persons, including the bank guard.
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July - 27 
A former militia member of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), was killed by armed Maoists of Galikonda Area Committee, branding him a ‘Police informer’, at Chukka Goyya village in GK Veedhi Police Station limits in the Visa
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A former militia member of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), was killed by armed Maoists of Galikonda Area Committee, branding him a ‘Police informer’, at Chukka Goyya village in GK Veedhi Police Station limits in the Visakhapatnam Agency in Visakhapatnam District of Andhra Pradesh late on July 27, reports The Hans India. The victim was identified as Vanthala Jayaram alias Sailu alias Balayya (26), a native of Chukka Goyya village and a farmer by profession. Jayaram had joined in the Maoist party in 2013 as a militia member and had surrendered before Police after working over six months in the party.According to the sources, a group of armed Maoists dragged Jayaram out of his house at around 11 pm last night. After two hours of discussions, the Maoists shot him dead on the outskirts of the village. GK Veedhi Sub-Inspector (SI), B Chandrasekhar said that they have advised Jayaram and a few others to move to safer places ahead of ‘Martyrs’ Week’ [every year, the Maoists will observe Martyrs’ Week from July 28 to August 3], but he ignored the Police suggestions. Though Jayaram was surrendered, he was not a ‘Police informer’. The Maoists branded him as a ‘Police informer’ and killed him, the SI said. The Maoists claimed that Jayaram was behind the death of Maoist leader Gemmeli Narayan Rao alias Jambri, who died in an Exchange of Fire near Annavaram in the Agency in February 2017. The Maoists alleged that Jayaram had given some key information to the Police which helped the Police to arrest some Maoists in the region.
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July - 27 
A labourer, identified as Bittu Mandal was killed and six others injured when a live mortar shell exploded at forward village of Jabowal along the International Border (IB) in Arnia sector on July 27 morning, reports Daily Excelsior. The laboure
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A labourer, identified as Bittu Mandal was killed and six others injured when a live mortar shell exploded at forward village of Jabowal along the International Border (IB) in Arnia sector on July 27 morning, reports Daily Excelsior. The labourers were working in the fields when they fiddled with the shell, which went off. Superintendent of Police (SP) Headquarters Romesh Kotwal said nearly 20 live mortar shells had been defused by the Army and Border Security Force (BSF) Bomb Disposal Squads after ceasefire violations by the Pakistani Rangers in the month of June. However, it was an unidentified shell, which might have stuck into the land and exploded when the labourers were working in the fields of a local villager, Ram Paul, he said. One of the labourers was killed on spot while six others were injured.
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July - 27 
A Police official said that some unidentified persons snatched a 12 bore rifle from a bank guard posted at Jammu and Kashmir Bank’s main branch in Shopian in Shopian District on July 27 afternoon, reports Daily Excelsior.
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A Police official said that some unidentified persons snatched a 12 bore rifle from a bank guard posted at Jammu and Kashmir Bank’s main branch in Shopian in Shopian District on July 27 afternoon, reports Daily Excelsior.
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July - 27 
In a joint statement addressed on July 27, the Indian Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi and Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has stated that both countries are strongly committed together to combat terrorism in its all manifestations, reports T
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In a joint statement addressed on July 27, the Indian Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi and Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has stated that both countries are strongly committed together to combat terrorism in its all manifestations, reports The Asian Age. The terrorism poses a grave threat to global peace and stability. Both countries reaffirmed the need for the United Nations Security Council (UNSC)’s comprehensive reform to make it more effective to the geo-political situation of the 21st Century, read the statement.
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July - 27 
Mizoram State officials stated on July 27 that Election Commission of India (ECI) has accepted the Mizoram Government's suggestion to conduct electoral revision of Bru tribals, currently lodged at six relief camps in Tripura, once they return to
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Mizoram State officials stated on July 27 that Election Commission of India (ECI) has accepted the Mizoram Government's suggestion to conduct electoral revision of Bru tribals, currently lodged at six relief camps in Tripura, once they return to Mizoram, reports The Telegraph. Earlier, the poll panel had instructed the state election commission to undertake revision of Bru voter list in six relief camps in Tripura, which was vehemently opposed by Mizoram Government. Home minister R. Lalzirliana stated that electoral roll revision of the Bru voters would be conducted after they return to Mizoram and that they will not be allowed to exercise franchise outside Mizoram.
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July - 27 
On July 27, two people were arrested and huge quantity of ammunition from Shillong in West Khasi Hills District, reports The Shillong Times. The ammunition was meant to be smuggled to Bangladesh through Tripura. The arrested individuals were ide
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On July 27, two people were arrested and huge quantity of ammunition from Shillong in West Khasi Hills District, reports The Shillong Times. The ammunition was meant to be smuggled to Bangladesh through Tripura. The arrested individuals were identified as Naresh Chakma and Sambikash Chakma. Police informed that they recovered 296 rounds of live .32 ammunition, 100 rounds of live AK ammunition and two .32 pistols. Police also stated that as per the preliminary statements of the accused, they were to go to Tripura and the consignment was meant for somebody in Bangladesh. Police is not ruling out if the consignment was meant for some militant groups in Bangladesh.
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July - 27 
Police arrested a person who escaped two days ago in Shopian District on July 27, reports Daily Excelsior. Suhail Ahmad Wani, brother of slain Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant Nasir Wani of Heff village, was arrested by Police from Sho
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Police arrested a person who escaped two days ago in Shopian District on July 27, reports Daily Excelsior. Suhail Ahmad Wani, brother of slain Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant Nasir Wani of Heff village, was arrested by Police from Shopian. Suhail had escaped from Police custody on July 25, ten days after he was arrested in connection with the killing of the civilian Tariq Ahmad Mohand along with two other persons.
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July - 27 
Police on July 27 arrested four accused in a connection with the Policeman’s killing case that took place in Soura area of Srinagar in February this year from Hurriyat Conference leader’s house, reports Daily Excelsior. A Police spok
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Police on July 27 arrested four accused in a connection with the Policeman’s killing case that took place in Soura area of Srinagar in February this year from Hurriyat Conference leader’s house, reports Daily Excelsior. A Police spokesperson said that on February 25 this year, a militant attack was carried out on the guard post-deployed at the residence of All Parties Hurriyat Conference-Mirwaiz (APHC-M) leader Fazal Haq Qureshi. He said in the attack one policeman constable Farooq Ahmad was killed and his service rifle was snatched. “
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July - 27 
The audio tape released by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) have condemned the Police encounters in Balangir and Kandhamal Districts of Odisha and appealed people to join the Martyrs’ Week observation scheduled to be held from
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The audio tape released by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) have condemned the Police encounters in Balangir and Kandhamal Districts of Odisha and appealed people to join the Martyrs’ Week observation scheduled to be held from July 28-August 3, reports Kalinga TV on July 27. The voice of the Bargarh-Bolangir-Mahasamund (BBM) Division of CPI-Maoist ‘secretary’, Basant Kumar featured in the audio clip and claimed that people are deprived of their rights even after 70 years of Independence. He insisted that true freedom would come only by armed struggle.
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July - 27 
The Sentinel reported on July 28 that security arrangements have been beefed up across the state to avoid any incident of violence. As such, security agencies have identified 16 out of the 78 Nagrik Seva Kendras (NSK s) as very sensitives zones, 25 a
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The Sentinel reported on July 28 that security arrangements have been beefed up across the state to avoid any incident of violence. As such, security agencies have identified 16 out of the 78 Nagrik Seva Kendras (NSK s) as very sensitives zones, 25 as sensitive ones and 41 as competitively sensitive zones.Police have teamed up with Nagorik Committees and Village Defence groups for night patrol rounds.
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July - 27 
Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) supporters identified as Shivraj Mandavi, Dukhlal Salaam and Dharmendra Anchla were arrested during a search operation from Jungletola village in Mohla area in Rajnandgaon District of Chhat
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Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) supporters identified as Shivraj Mandavi, Dukhlal Salaam and Dharmendra Anchla were arrested during a search operation from Jungletola village in Mohla area in Rajnandgaon District of Chhattisgarh on July 27, reports Business Standard. Three CPI-Maoist supporters were putting up Maoist posters and banners in the forest. They were given this task by Mohla Local Operation Squad (LOS) commander, Gendsingh Kovachi, said Superintendent of Police (SP), Prashant Agrawal. The security had been beefed up in view of the martyr’s week, organised by the CPI-Maoist between July 28 to August 3, in Districts like Dantewada, Bijapur, Bastar, Narayanpur, Kondagaon, Sukma and Kanker.
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July - 27 
Union Government added Angul and Boudh Districts of Odisha in the list of (Left Wing Extremism, LWE) affected Districts, after looking at the growing problem of CPI-Maoist in these areas, reports The Pioneer on July 27. The Maoist
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Union Government added Angul and Boudh Districts of Odisha in the list of (Left Wing Extremism, LWE) affected Districts, after looking at the growing problem of CPI-Maoist in these areas, reports The Pioneer on July 27. The Maoists are moving out of Chhattisgarh and entering Odisha through borders of Nuapada and Kalahandi and moving through Angul, Boudh and they have turned the areas into a new Red corridor, Police engaged in anti-Maoist operations revealed. So, both these Districts have been listed as Maoist affected Districts for pre-emptive and forward-looking step to tackle the Red rebels, officials in Department of Home said.
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July - 28 
A joint team of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and District Police arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre near Rajwaria Bigha village in Aurangabad District of Bihar on July 28, reports UNI. Police said that the Maoist ide
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A joint team of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and District Police arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre near Rajwaria Bigha village in Aurangabad District of Bihar on July 28, reports UNI. Police said that the Maoist identified as Shiv Bhuiya was arrested form his hideout following specific intelligence input. Sources said Bhuiya, a native of Dulare village under Dhibra Police Station area, was accused of setting ablaze machines of a construction company during execution of Navinagar Super Thermal Power Project, demanding ‘levy’ (extortion money) from private companies and indulging in other unlawful activities.
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July - 28 
A Special Police Officer (SPO), identified as Mudasir Ahmad Lone, who was abducted by militants from Tral area of Pulwama District in Jammu and Kashmir in the night of July 27, was let off in the evening of July 28, reports Daily Excelsior. Poli
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A Special Police Officer (SPO), identified as Mudasir Ahmad Lone, who was abducted by militants from Tral area of Pulwama District in Jammu and Kashmir in the night of July 27, was let off in the evening of July 28, reports Daily Excelsior. Police said that he was beaten up before he was let off.
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July - 28 
Acting upon the information regarding the exchange of Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs), the State Police team led by the Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Headquarters, DSP Traffic, and officials of Nongpoh Police Station on July 28 had conduct
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Acting upon the information regarding the exchange of Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs), the State Police team led by the Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Headquarters, DSP Traffic, and officials of Nongpoh Police Station on July 28 had conducted the traffic frisking, following by a pursuit and arrested three persons—Buddheshwar Dewri (24), Mohammad Sirajuli Ali (35), and Depankar Kalita (33) from Ri Bhoi District in Meghalaya, reports The Shillong Times. The Police also recovered FICNs worth INR 10 lakh from their possession.
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July - 28 
An Army jawan was injured in cross-border firing across the Line of Control (LoC) in Keri area of Akhnoor sector of Jammu region in Jammu District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 28, reports Daily Excelsior. It is being verified whether the injury
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An Army jawan was injured in cross-border firing across the Line of Control (LoC) in Keri area of Akhnoor sector of Jammu region in Jammu District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 28, reports Daily Excelsior. It is being verified whether the injury was caused in cross-border firing or accidental fire, sources said.
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July - 28 
India is negotiating with the United States (US) regarding the procurement of an advanced air defence system to contain any kind of aerial attacks such as incoming fighter aircrafts, missiles, and Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) on Delhi and National C
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India is negotiating with the United States (US) regarding the procurement of an advanced air defence system to contain any kind of aerial attacks such as incoming fighter aircrafts, missiles, and Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) on Delhi and National Capital Region (NCR), reports The Hindu on July 29. The air defence system will assist in preventing 9/11 type aerial attacks on Delhi and NCR. It is in the ‘Acceptance of Necessity (AoN)’ phase at the moment, said an unnamed official.
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July - 28 
Jharkhand Police recovered Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) posters calling for a Bandh (general shutdown) on August 3 in support of Pathalgadi, Adivasi areas in Jharkhand and neighbouring States, in which villagers erect s
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Jharkhand Police recovered Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) posters calling for a Bandh (general shutdown) on August 3 in support of Pathalgadi, Adivasi areas in Jharkhand and neighbouring States, in which villagers erect stone slabs on which they inscribe provisions of the constitution, and against various other issues in several Districts like Khunti, Saraikela-Kharsawan, West Singhbhum, Ranchi and Giridih of Jharkhand, reports Telegraph on July 28. CPI-Maoist posters urged people to observe August 2 as a protest day. A CPI-Maoist poster was pasted on the gates of the nagar parishad, Municipal Corporation, office in Bundu of Ranchi District. Another poster of CPI-Maoist was recovered from a bus stop in Saraikela-Kharsawan District. Most of the villages where the Maoist posters were found were notorious for producing opium and marijuana, a trade patronised by CPI-Maoist, said Senior Police spokesman, R.K. Mallick.
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July - 28 
Militants attacked an Army camp at Seelu area of Sopore in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 28, reports Daily Excelsior. Militants attacked the Army’s 22 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) camp at Seelu along Srinagar-Kupwara highway. Th
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Militants attacked an Army camp at Seelu area of Sopore in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 28, reports Daily Excelsior. Militants attacked the Army’s 22 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) camp at Seelu along Srinagar-Kupwara highway. They fired rifle grenade and from automatic weapons and the fire was retaliated by the army. However, there was no immediate report of any injury on either side.
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July - 28 
Militants on July 28 evening set free Special Police Officer (SPO) Mudasir Ahmad Lone after his mother made a passionate appeal to the abductors to ‘forgive’ and release her son, reports Greater Kashmir. Mudasir Ahmad Lone was abducted fr
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Militants on July 28 evening set free Special Police Officer (SPO) Mudasir Ahmad Lone after his mother made a passionate appeal to the abductors to ‘forgive’ and release her son, reports Greater Kashmir. Mudasir Ahmad Lone was abducted from his home at Chan Kitar in Tral in Pulwama District by three militants when he was repairing his bike inside the courtyard on July 27. Police source said that Lone was home on leave. He is posted at Police post at Reshipora in Awantipora, as a cook. He had been selected as an SPO last year (2017).On July 28 Hareefa, mother of the SPO addressed media at her home at Chan Kitar, Tral. “He is my only son. He was supposed to announce during Friday prayers that he was quitting police job but some work held him back,” she said. “You are also my own children. I request you to kindly set him free and he will quit the job and apologise for all his mistakes. If you hear any complaint in future you can kill us all,” she appealed with folded hands and broke down. “A few hours after his mother’s appeal the abductors released Lone. He reached home in the evening,” said a source.
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July - 28 
National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) has landed in trouble following the decision of the Myanmar government to break the ceasefire. Myanmar Army has restricted the movement of NSCN-K's Khango Konyak beyond Hangsen and instructed
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National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) has landed in trouble following the decision of the Myanmar government to break the ceasefire. Myanmar Army has restricted the movement of NSCN-K's Khango Konyak beyond Hangsen and instructed them to return in Taga area, the central headquarters of NSCN-K. NSCN-K allegedly suspect that the Myanmar Army may arrest their top leaders and handover them to Indian Government. Due to the fear of arrest, many of the group leaders are hiding at an unspecified location in the jungle. NSCN-K central headquarters of NSCN-K in Myanmar’s Sagaing division remained intact despite a confrontation with the Myanmar Army. NSCN-K functionaries stated that altercation with the Myanmar Army was triggered over a check post of the rebel group near a Buddhist monastery at Taga in Hukwang Valley where its central headquarters is located. A source stated that around 100 personnel from the army are stationed near the monastery and they wanted the outpost to be dismantled. NSCN-K was initially reluctant but later decided to withdraw. There was no exchange of fire. First post further reports that reports claiming an operation has been launched by the Myanmar Army against the rebel camps and training facilities in Taga is questionable as the test between NSCN-K and Myanmar Army has been cordial. Isak Sumi a Yangon-based spokesperson of NSCN-K had earlier stated that the stand-off between the Myanmar Army and the Naga Army has temporarily been resolved without untoward incident, but the Naga Army had to make a tactical withdrawal. His statement was misinterpreted to mean that the Myanmar Army launched a crackdown against the camps in deference to the continuous pleas from the Indian government to dismantle these facilities. Though it is not precisely known if NSCN-K chairman Khango Konyak has shifted from the headquarters, what appears certain is the presence of many mid-rung leaders from all the outfits in Taga currently. The camp belongs to eight groups from Assam and Manipur and is within a radius of 10 kilometres from the NSCN-K headquarters and only consists of only a few huts.
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July - 28 
Security Forces (SFs) recovered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) near Imphal Airport in Imphal West District on July 28, reports Assam Tribune. The IED was destroyed safely 45 minutes after its detection. The IED comprised of 500 gm of explosives
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Security Forces (SFs) recovered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) near Imphal Airport in Imphal West District on July 28, reports Assam Tribune. The IED was destroyed safely 45 minutes after its detection. The IED comprised of 500 gm of explosives (Neogel90) and was found with detonator and nails.
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July - 28 
Seven Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were injured in a grenade explosion at Jawbhara area of Awantipora in Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 28, reports Daily Excelsior. Militants lobbed a grenade towards the CRPF part
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Seven Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were injured in a grenade explosion at Jawbhara area of Awantipora in Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir on July 28, reports Daily Excelsior. Militants lobbed a grenade towards the CRPF party near Jawbhara Chowk. Seven CRPF personnel of 130 battalion, identified as Head Constable (HC), Ratikant Malik, HC, Om Prakash, HC, Brain Singh, HC, Rohit Verma, Constable Mohan Rao, Constable JK Padh and Constable Raju Gagayee, were injured.
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July - 28 
Sources said that a group of Maoist cadres organised a camp on Andhra Pradesh-Odisha border (AOB) to register their protest against the recently inaugurated Gurupriya Bridge, which connects the cut-off areas of Malkangiri District of Odisha with the
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Sources said that a group of Maoist cadres organised a camp on Andhra Pradesh-Odisha border (AOB) to register their protest against the recently inaugurated Gurupriya Bridge, which connects the cut-off areas of Malkangiri District of Odisha with the mainland, reports The New Indian Express on July 29.
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July - 28 
The Intelligence agencies received specific inputs on terrorist outfits’ movement and plans to attack the Holy Amarnath Yatra which results to security elevated in the State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports The New Indian Express on July
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The Intelligence agencies received specific inputs on terrorist outfits’ movement and plans to attack the Holy Amarnath Yatra which results to security elevated in the State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports The New Indian Express on July 29. According to the unspecified sources, LashkareTaiba (LeT), JaisheMohammadMuhammad (JeM), and HizbulMujahideen (HM) are planning the attack on yatra. The threat of a suicide attack came into notice when Security Personnel intercepted the conversation of two terrorists on July 17 and 18.
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July - 28 
The Road Opening Party (ROP) of 5 Jammu and Kashmir Rifles of 9 Sector Assam Rifles recovered an Improvised Explosive device (IED) close to NH - 02 near Honda showroom under Singjamei Police Station limits in Imphal District of Manipur on July 28, re
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The Road Opening Party (ROP) of 5 Jammu and Kashmir Rifles of 9 Sector Assam Rifles recovered an Improvised Explosive device (IED) close to NH - 02 near Honda showroom under Singjamei Police Station limits in Imphal District of Manipur on July 28, reports E-Pao. The Bomb Disposal team along with the explosive detector dog checked the suspected object and confirmed it to be an IED and the same was destroyed safely. The IED comprised of 500 grams of explosive (Neogel-90) and was found with detonator, nail packets, Police said
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July - 29 
A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper was shot dead by militants in Naira village in Pulwama District on July 29 evening, reports Daily Excelsior. Sources said that three militants barged into the house of a local CRPF trooper, identified as
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A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper was shot dead by militants in Naira village in Pulwama District on July 29 evening, reports Daily Excelsior. Sources said that three militants barged into the house of a local CRPF trooper, identified as Naseer Ahmad Rather at Naira village. He had a scuffle with the militants before he was fired at. Militants fled from the spot leaving him in a pool of blood. Massive operation was launched by the Security Forces (SFs) in the area against the militants responsible for the attack.
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July - 29 
A cowman sustained critical injury after being shot at by unidentified suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Pottangi block in Koraput District of Odisha on July 29, reports Orissadiary.com.The victim identified as Laba Pan
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A cowman sustained critical injury after being shot at by unidentified suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Pottangi block in Koraput District of Odisha on July 29, reports Orissadiary.com.The victim identified as Laba Pangi of Galigabadar village was returning after grazing his cows in a pasture near the village, when the suspected cadres opened fire at him from behind in which he sustained numerous gun shots on his back and fell unconscious.Police said, the hand of Maoists in the attack could not be ruled out as they are observing ‘Martyrs’ Week’ from July 28-August 3 in the State.
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July - 29 
A Maoist couple, identified as Mukesh, an (Area Committee Member, ACM) of the CPI-Maoist's local squad Kalimela Dalam (armed squad), and Ratna, another armed cadre, laid down their arms (surrendered) before Police in Malkangiri District of Odisha
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A Maoist couple, identified as Mukesh, an (Area Committee Member, ACM) of the CPI-Maoist's local squad Kalimela Dalam (armed squad), and Ratna, another armed cadre, laid down their arms (surrendered) before Police in Malkangiri District of Odisha on July 29, reports TheNew Indian Express. Both Mukesh and Ratna were working at a military platoon and carried a cash reward of INR 400,000 and INR 100,000 respectively, and were allegedly involved in nearly 40 cases of Maoist violence, Superintendent of Police (SP), Jagmohan Meena.
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July - 29 
Apprehending law-and-order situation in the aftermath of the final NRC draft publication, the Centre has deployed more than 200 companies of additional forces in the State, reports Assam Tribune on July 30.
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Apprehending law-and-order situation in the aftermath of the final NRC draft publication, the Centre has deployed more than 200 companies of additional forces in the State, reports Assam Tribune on July 30.
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July - 29 
Kashmiri separatists on July 29 called for a two-day strike in the Valley from August 5 against what they called ‘serious challenge’ to Article 35A of the Constitution – relating to special rights and privileges of permanent residen
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Kashmiri separatists on July 29 called for a two-day strike in the Valley from August 5 against what they called ‘serious challenge’ to Article 35A of the Constitution – relating to special rights and privileges of permanent residents of the State – and warned of a ‘mass agitation’ if any tinkering is allowed with the Constitutional provision, reports Daily Excelsior. “JRL (Joint Resistance Leadership) met to deliberate serious challenge posed to Art (Article) 35A, want to make it clear to GoI (Government of India) any and every attempt made at changing the demographic nature of the State will be stiffly resisted,” All Parties Hurriyat Conference-Mirwaiz (APHC-M)chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq said in a Tweet. JRL – a unified front of the separatists – comprises Mirwaiz, hardline All Parties Hurriyat Conference-Geelani (APHC-G) chairman Syed Ali Shah Geelani and Jammu & Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) chief Mohammad Yasin Malik. Mirwaiz said the separatists were in touch with all the sections of the society including legal fraternity, traders, civil society and academia.
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July - 29 
On July 29, two Peoples Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak-progressive (PREPAK-PRO) militants were arrested from Imphal West District, reports Imphal Free Press. The arrested individuals have been identified as Thokchom Sanjoy Singh and Khonthoujam Di
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On July 29, two Peoples Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak-progressive (PREPAK-PRO) militants were arrested from Imphal West District, reports Imphal Free Press. The arrested individuals have been identified as Thokchom Sanjoy Singh and Khonthoujam Dinesh Singh, alias Sanjit.
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July - 29 
The Communist Party of IndiaMaoist (CPIMaoist) are attempting to regroup in Jangal mahal region of West Bengal, after about six years, since the death of Maoist leader Mallojula Koteswara Rao aka Kishenji, say officers in central intelligence agencie
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The Communist Party of IndiaMaoist (CPIMaoist) are attempting to regroup in Jangal mahal region of West Bengal, after about six years, since the death of Maoist leader Mallojula Koteswara Rao aka Kishenji, say officers in central intelligence agencies, reports Zee News on July 29.The officers said that activities of the armed squad led by ‘state secretary’ Akash have recently increased in the villages along BengalJharkhand border in the Districts of Jhargram and Purulia in West Bengal. This squad, which comprises between 12 and 15 cadres, was based in the forests of Jharkhand over the past five years but was spotted along the Bengalbordering villages of Jharkhand several times over the past couple of months. R R Bhatnagar, the Director General of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), recently confirmed this news during his visit to Kolkata to attend a meeting with the Additional Director Generals (ADGs), Deputy Inspector Generals (DIGs) and Inspector Generals(IGs) of the State that falls within the central zone. “Yes, there are reports of Maoists regrouping in Jhargram, which still falls under the worse affected districts,” Bhatnagar said when asked by media reporters on the preparedness to take on the Maoists headon in Jhargram.
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July - 30 
All preparations have been completed for the publication of the complete draft of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) at 10 am on July 30 (today), reports Assam Tribune. However, the date for publication of the final NRC is yet to be decided and
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All preparations have been completed for the publication of the complete draft of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) at 10 am on July 30 (today), reports Assam Tribune. However, the date for publication of the final NRC is yet to be decided and that will be announced only after the claims and objections are disposed of. State Coordinator for the NRC, Prateek Hajela said that the process of updating the NRC, which started in 2015, would reach a crucial stage with the publication of the complete draft. The first draft of the NRC, published on December 31 last year, contained only names of the applicants, but the final draft would have photos, place of birth and names of parents along with the names of the applicants who were found to be eligible for inclusion in the NRC. It may be mentioned here that around 3.29 crore people applied for inclusion of their names in the NRC and names of around 1.90 crore people were included in the first draft. However, names of 1,50,000 people, which were included in the first draft, would not figure in the complete draft as mismatches were found during the family tree verification.
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July - 30 
As many as 55 Security Forces (SFs) personnel and civilians have lost their lives in ceasefire violations along the Line of Control (LoC) and International Border (IB) with Pakistan this year so far, the Minister of State for Defence Subhash Bhamre t
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As many as 55 Security Forces (SFs) personnel and civilians have lost their lives in ceasefire violations along the Line of Control (LoC) and International Border (IB) with Pakistan this year so far, the Minister of State for Defence Subhash Bhamre told Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Indian Parliament) on July 30, reports Hindustan Times. These were the highest number of casualties compared to the last three years. The number of ceasefire violations has also been the highest in 2018, recording a sharp spike compared to the previous three years. Figures shared by the Minister, Subhash Bhamre in Rajya Sabha, revealed that the casualties due to ceasefire violations by Pakistan were the highest in 2018, compared to the annual count for the last three years. The count of SFs personnel and civilians killed stood at 31 in 2017 and 26 each for the two preceding years, according to the Government’s figures. Of the 55 people killed this, 28 were civilians. Twelve civilians were killed in ceasefire violations in 2017, 13 in 2016 and 16 in 2015. The Minister said Pakistan SFs violated the ceasefire 1,432 times till July 23 this year (2018), including 942 violations along the volatile LoC. In 2017, when India carried out surgical strikes inside Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), the count of ceaefire violations by Pakistan was 971, including 860 along the LoC. The total number of ceasefire violations by Pakistan in 2016 and 2015 stood at 854, including 380 at the LoC.
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July - 30 
As many as 71 Naxal[Left Wing Extremists, LWEs] have so far been killed in various encounters during last two years, while 103 Naxals were arrested by anti-Naxal operations conducted by Security Forces (SFs) in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra, sou
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As many as 71 Naxal[Left Wing Extremists, LWEs] have so far been killed in various encounters during last two years, while 103 Naxals were arrested by anti-Naxal operations conducted by Security Forces (SFs) in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra, sources from Gadchiroli District Police Department said on July 30, reports UNI. According to sources, the operations were conducted from June 15, 2016 to July 25,2018, where 56 Naxals laid down arms before Police and 181 weapons were seized. There were 442 long distance anti-Naxal operations were conducted while 3,348 inter-State operations were conducted. Three camps were destroyed by SFs during this period, sources added.Along with the District level operations , inter-State anti-Naxal operations were conducted bySFs in last two years.Various initiatives like public relationship building exercise to bridge gap between Police andvillagers, about 68 public relationship building programmes were held.Likewise, information about various welfare schemes of Government was given to people.
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July - 30 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres planted an uni-directional improvised Claymore mine and triggered alow-intensity blast to target a patrolling partynear Regdi Armed Out Post (AOP) at Regdi-Gharanji road in Gadchiroli District of Ma
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres planted an uni-directional improvised Claymore mine and triggered alow-intensity blast to target a patrolling partynear Regdi Armed Out Post (AOP) at Regdi-Gharanji road in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra on July 30, reports The Times of India. Deputy Inspector General (DIG), Naxal[Left Wing Extremism, LWE] Range, Ankush Shinde, said “There was a single man who had to trigger the blast but he seemed to have got scared seeing the advancing security forces not using the road. The panicked rebel triggered the blast when the security personnel were still quite a distance away.”There was no injuryreported in the blast.
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July - 30 
National Investigation Agency (NIA) raided quarters of Congress MLA from Saikhul, Yamthong Haokip at his Mantripukhri in Imphal West District residence on July 30, reports Imphal Free Press. The raid is part of the investigation which NIA is conducti
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National Investigation Agency (NIA) raided quarters of Congress MLA from Saikhul, Yamthong Haokip at his Mantripukhri in Imphal West District residence on July 30, reports Imphal Free Press. The raid is part of the investigation which NIA is conducting, following the authorisation given to NIA by the state government concerning the case of 56 numbers of 9 mm pistols which went missing from the 2 Manipur Rifles arms kote. Manipur Government has suspended four of its senior police officers, including an IPS officer, after the pistols went missing from the armoury of the Manipur Rifles (MR) garrison. Manipur government reportedly purchased a consignment of 570 numbers of 9mm pistols on September 11, 2014, for use by the state’s security forces. Of the total, 56 numbers of 9mm pistols, along with 59 magazines, were found missing.
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July - 30 
National Register of Citizens (NRC) was published in Assam on July 30, reports The Shillong Times. In the draft, a total of 2,89,83,677 were on the list out of the total applicants of 3,29,91,384, leaving out 40,07,707 applicants out of the final dra
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National Register of Citizens (NRC) was published in Assam on July 30, reports The Shillong Times. In the draft, a total of 2,89,83,677 were on the list out of the total applicants of 3,29,91,384, leaving out 40,07,707 applicants out of the final draft NRC. State coordinator of NRC Prateek Hajela stated that out of the over 40 lakh applicants whose name have failed to make it to the final draft NRC, about 2.48 lakh including “D’ (doubtful) voters and their descendants were such people whose applications had been put on hold. Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on July 30 stated that the people would maintain age-old social harmony in the state ignoring the instigating comments and misinformation campaign made by certain vested quarters. He also expressed gratitude to the Supreme Court for monitoring the entire exercise. Meanwhile Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh, attempting to allay any fears regarding the NRC stated that ‘Some people are unnecessarily trying to create an atmosphere of fear. I want to assure all that there is no need for any apprehension or fear. Some misinformation is also being spread. NRC process has been done impartially. Some people may not have been able to submit necessary documents. They will get full opportunity through Claims and Objections process. I want to clarify that even after the final NRC, every person will get an opportunity to approach the Foreigners’ Tribunal’.The process of NRC update was taken up in Assam as per order of the Supreme Court of India in 2013. The idea behind the exercise to update the citizens document for the first time since 1951 under the supervision of the top court is to identify “genuine citizens” living in Assam and detect illegal immigrants. Individuals who cannot prove that they or their ancestors entered the country before midnight of March 24, 1971 (cut-off year decided as per the Assam Accord of 1985) will be deemed as illegal immigrants.
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July - 30 
Several civil society organisations in Mizoram and Tripura have expressed their desire to get the National Register of Citizens updated for their states, reports The Telegraph on July 31. President of Mizoram's apex students' body, Mizo Zirla
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Several civil society organisations in Mizoram and Tripura have expressed their desire to get the National Register of Citizens updated for their states, reports The Telegraph on July 31. President of Mizoram's apex students' body, Mizo Zirlai Pawl (MZP), L. Ramdinliana Renthlei, said they want the state government to initiate the process of updating the NRC as it was done in Assam. He said Mizoram has been witnessing influx of illegal Chakma migrants from Bangladesh. Vice-president of the Young Mizo Association's central committee R. Lalngheta said the association wants to update NRC for the state to drive out illegal migrants and curb influx from neighbouring Bangladesh.Meanwhile, Tripura welfare Minister Mevar Kumar Jamatia stated that he is hoping to revise the NRC as the demographic situation in Assam and Tripura is "more or less similar".
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July - 30 
Three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were injured as militants hurled a grenade on the 40th battalion of CRPF bunker in Sheerbagh area of Anantnag District on July 30, reports Daily Excelsior. Police said militants hurled the grenade o
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Three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were injured as militants hurled a grenade on the 40th battalion of CRPF bunker in Sheerbagh area of Anantnag District on July 30, reports Daily Excelsior. Police said militants hurled the grenade on the 40th battalion of CRPF bunker in Sheerbagh in which three CRPF personnel were injured. Later, Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT)spokesman claimed responsibility for the attack.
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July - 31 
‘Zonal Commander’ of the Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), identified as Brahmdev Ganjhu, who had Rs 300,000 bounty on his head, surrendered before the Police in Latehar District of Jharkhand on July 31, reports NewKerala.com. Brahmdev, w
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‘Zonal Commander’ of the Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), identified as Brahmdev Ganjhu, who had Rs 300,000 bounty on his head, surrendered before the Police in Latehar District of Jharkhand on July 31, reports NewKerala.com. Brahmdev, who became a Maoist at the age of 10 due to some land issue, said that he left one group of Naxals [Left Wing Extremists, LWEs] after staying with them for four-five years. However, they later forced him to join them back. Deputy Inspector General (DIG), Vipul Shukla said, "The continuous surrenders on behalf of Naxals makes it clear that they now feel that it's safe to surrender. He now hopes that soon other Naxals will also surrender." TPC is a splinter group of the CPI-Maoist.
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July - 31 
A National Socialist Council of Nagaland-IsakMuivah (NSCN-IM) militant identified as ‘private’ Pongam was arrested on July 31 from Sailhem village in Peren District, reports Morung Express. An AK-47 rifle with magazine, sixty-five live ro
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A National Socialist Council of Nagaland-IsakMuivah (NSCN-IM) militant identified as ‘private’ Pongam was arrested on July 31 from Sailhem village in Peren District, reports Morung Express. An AK-47 rifle with magazine, sixty-five live rounds were recovered from the arrestee. On spot questioning the individual revealed that he along with 20 other cadres were tasked to collect taxes from all households from existing villages around Khelma to Athibung.
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July - 31 
An Army jawan (trooper) was injured as Pakistan violated ceasefire on the Line of Control (LoC) at forward village of Kalaal in Nowshera sector of Rajouri District on July 31, reports Daily Excelsior. Sources said Pakistan army resorted to small arms
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An Army jawan (trooper) was injured as Pakistan violated ceasefire on the Line of Control (LoC) at forward village of Kalaal in Nowshera sector of Rajouri District on July 31, reports Daily Excelsior. Sources said Pakistan army resorted to small arms firing followed by mortar shelling at Kalaal at about 9 pm.
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July - 31 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres exchanged fire with Security Forces (SFs) during an encounter in the forests of Batbeda and Toyamota in Narayanpur District of Chhattisgarh, reports Dainik Bhaskar on July 31. Police claimed that th
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres exchanged fire with Security Forces (SFs) during an encounter in the forests of Batbeda and Toyamota in Narayanpur District of Chhattisgarh, reports Dainik Bhaskar on July 31. Police claimed that three CPI-Maoist cadres were injured in the exchange of fire. The Maoists with the injured cadres have fled into the forests after the encounter. Three CPI-Maoist memorials were destroyed by SFs and recovered Naxal [Left Wing Extremism (LWE)] literature.
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July - 31 
Giving a reply to a question raised in the Lok Sabha (the Lower House of the Indian Parliament), the Union Minister of Home Affairs (UMHA) Rajnath Singh on July 31 informed the House that the population of illegal Rohingyas in India was being indenti
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Giving a reply to a question raised in the Lok Sabha (the Lower House of the Indian Parliament), the Union Minister of Home Affairs (UMHA) Rajnath Singh on July 31 informed the House that the population of illegal Rohingyas in India was being indentified and once the process is done, they [Rohingyas] will be deported back to Myanmar, reports The Tribune. The States are directed to carry out an enumeration of such illegal Rohingya immigrants and collect their biometric details. Once we received the data of Rohingyas, the UMHA would approach the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) to talk with Myanmar for their [Rohingyas] deportation from India, said Singh.
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July - 31 
Maoistcadre with a bounty of Rs 300,000 on his head, surrendered before the Police in Latehar District of Jharkhand on July 31, reports Bihar Prabha. “The message is going clear that it is safe to surrender rather than being killed in gun battl
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Maoistcadre with a bounty of Rs 300,000 on his head, surrendered before the Police in Latehar District of Jharkhand on July 31, reports Bihar Prabha. “The message is going clear that it is safe to surrender rather than being killed in gun battle”, said Palamu DIG, Vipul Shukla. The Maoist cadre whose identity was not revealed was accompanied by his family.
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July - 31 
Nagaland chief minister Neiphiu Rio on July 31 stated that Nagas are themselves to blame for influx of illegal migrants in the state. He pointed out some Nagas brought in people from outside the state to work for them.On the day of publication of the
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Nagaland chief minister Neiphiu Rio on July 31 stated that Nagas are themselves to blame for influx of illegal migrants in the state. He pointed out some Nagas brought in people from outside the state to work for them.On the day of publication of the final draft of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam, Rio urged Naga people to develop work culture. He said people from outside came to Nagaland because they were offered jobs. The Nagaland government has decided to take all preventive measures against influx of illegal migrants into the state from Tuesday, a day after publication of the final draft of the NRC in Assam.
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July - 31 
National Investigation Agency (NIA) has confiscated one pistol and a suitcase containing full of gold biscuits weighing one kilogram each from the Mantripukhri residence in Imphal West District of Saikul MLA, Yam thong Haokip, reports Imphal Free Pre
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National Investigation Agency (NIA) has confiscated one pistol and a suitcase containing full of gold biscuits weighing one kilogram each from the Mantripukhri residence in Imphal West District of Saikul MLA, Yam thong Haokip, reports Imphal Free Press. The raid which was conducted by a team of NIA led by a DIG at the residence of the MLA since July 30 and continued till July 31. The raid was in connection with the NIA investigation into the missing of 56 small arms from the Arms Kote of 2nd Manipur Rifles. NIA had started the investigation since June 2.
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July - 31 
On July 31 an arms dealer identified as Abdul Karim was arrested from general area supermarket in Dimapur District, reports Morung Express. A pistol and magazine were recovered from the arms dealer.
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On July 31 an arms dealer identified as Abdul Karim was arrested from general area supermarket in Dimapur District, reports Morung Express. A pistol and magazine were recovered from the arms dealer.
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July - 31 
Security Forces on July 31 recovered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) from Moreh Bazar in Tengnoupal District, reports Imphal Free Press. The explosive used in the IED was RDX. The IED was later defused. The Morung Express adds that the bomb was
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Security Forces on July 31 recovered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) from Moreh Bazar in Tengnoupal District, reports Imphal Free Press. The explosive used in the IED was RDX. The IED was later defused. The Morung Express adds that the bomb was placed near an Assam Rifles camp.
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July - 31 
Security was tightened across Tripura on July 31 to maintain law and order following the publication of Assam’s draft of National Register of Citizens (NRC), reports Morung Express. Meanwhile, a tribal Indigenous Nationalist Party of Tripura (I
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Security was tightened across Tripura on July 31 to maintain law and order following the publication of Assam’s draft of National Register of Citizens (NRC), reports Morung Express. Meanwhile, a tribal Indigenous Nationalist Party of Tripura (INPT) has demanded introduction of the NRC in the state. INPT President Bijoy Kumar Hrangkhawl stated that ‘We would soon organise agitational programmes in Tripura in support of our demand. For the interest of the indigenous tribals, like in Assam, NRC must be prepared in Tripura’. Indigenous People’s Front of Tripura (IPFT), the junior ally of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has also made the same demand. Tripura shares a 53-kilometre border with Assam. Manipur government has intensified patrolling in the inter-state border and all entry check-posts, particularly in Jiribam district bordering Assam, in view of the publication of final draft of the NRC. Informing that appropriate security measures were being taken up to check influx of illegal migrants, chief minister N Biren Singh said patrolling along the inter-state border in Jiribam has been intensified for the last few days. Police forces in Tamenglong District have been directed to step up security measure to check intrusion of illegal migrants from a railway station close to state border in the district. Additionally, Security along the inter-state border with Assam, particularly the two main entry points to Dimapur-- Dillai and New Field check gates, have been stepped up to thwart influx of illegal immigrants to Nagaland following the release of second draft of NRC, reports Nagaland Post on July 31. Commissioner of Police Dimapur, Limasunep Jamir said police and district administration were keeping a close watch of the bordering points. Moreover, Arunachal Pradesh has tightened security along the inter-state boundary, anticipating an inflow of people from Assam as a fallout of the publication of the final draft of the updated NRC in, reports Nagaland Post. Chief Minister Pema Khandu has directed the Chief Secretary and the Director General of Police (DGP) to ensure sufficient personnel at all entry-points of the state to thwart any possible influx of illegal immigrants into the state. Arunachal Pradesh shares about 804.1 kilometers of boundary with Assam.
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July - 31 
The Khasi Students Union on July 31 set up infiltration check gates in three districts and ‘detected’ more than ‘ 1,000 immigrants’, reports The Shillong Times. These three gates are located at Pahammawlein, 20 Mile, (in Ri Bh
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The Khasi Students Union on July 31 set up infiltration check gates in three districts and ‘detected’ more than ‘ 1,000 immigrants’, reports The Shillong Times. These three gates are located at Pahammawlein, 20 Mile, (in Ri Bhoi district), Ratacherra (in East Jaintia Hills District) and Athiabari (in West Khasi Hills District). More than 1,000 illegal immigrants also tried to enter the state from Barak Valley (Assam) in Jaintia Hills, claimed KSU ‘general secretary’ Donald Thabah. More than 200 ‘immigrants’ were detected at the check gate at Pahammawlein, 20 Mile, in Ri Bhoi and were sent back to Assam. 100 more ‘immigrants’ were similarly send back from West Khasi Hills. Later the Ri Bhoi district administration and the magistrate stopped the checking with the assurance that necessary action would be taken and the union’s demand to form entry and exit points would be fulfilled. After assurance from the administration the check gate was removed.
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July - 31 
The Kolkata Police’s Special Task Force (STF) on July 31, raided an illegal Arms manufacturing factory in Jagatdal in North 24 Parganas District of West Bengal and arrested nine people along with the recovery of 60 semi-finished improvised weap
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The Kolkata Police’s Special Task Force (STF) on July 31, raided an illegal Arms manufacturing factory in Jagatdal in North 24 Parganas District of West Bengal and arrested nine people along with the recovery of 60 semi-finished improvised weapons mainly pistols, a firearm making machine, and INR one lakh of the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) in the denomination of INR 500, reports The New Indian Express. The nine accused were charged with Sections 120-B, 489-B, and 489-C of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Sections 25 (1a) and 25 (1B-a) of the Arms Act.
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July - 31 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) court in Chennai, Tamil Nadu on July 31 has convicted Mohamed Saleem in an espionage case of 2014 and awarded him five years of imprisonment, reports The New Indian Express. Mohamed Saleem was arrested on May 1
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) court in Chennai, Tamil Nadu on July 31 has convicted Mohamed Saleem in an espionage case of 2014 and awarded him five years of imprisonment, reports The New Indian Express. Mohamed Saleem was arrested on May 1, 2014 for criminal conspiracy, possession of high quality Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) worth INR 2.5 lakh and intended to commit terrorist activities in India.Apart from conviction, INR 2,000 fine was also imposed on Saleem. The case is related to the criminal conspiracy by Saleem and his associates who were then-officials of the Pakistan High Commission in Colombo, Sri Lanka during early 2014, with the intention of causing explosion at the United States (US) Consulate and other places of public congregation in Chennai, Tamil Nadu besides other establishments in Southern India," read the press release of the NIA. Saleem has been convicted under Sections 489-C and 120-B of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Sections 16 and 18 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act [UA(P)A], 1967.
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July - 31 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) officials on July 31, arrested Abdul Rahim from Hotel Pabitra in Farakka in Murshidabad District of West Bengal and recovered the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) worth 1.92 lakh from his possession, reports
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) officials on July 31, arrested Abdul Rahim from Hotel Pabitra in Farakka in Murshidabad District of West Bengal and recovered the Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs) worth 1.92 lakh from his possession, reports United News of India.
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July - 31 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) Special Court in Mumbai on July 31 has charged an accused—Arshi Qureshi under Sections 13 and 39 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, [UA(P)A] 1967, in a Nagpada case of Islamic State (IS), report
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) Special Court in Mumbai on July 31 has charged an accused—Arshi Qureshi under Sections 13 and 39 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, [UA(P)A] 1967, in a Nagpada case of Islamic State (IS), reports United News of India. Reportedly, along with others, Arshi Qureshi was involved in radicalisation of like-minded youths from Kasaragod District of Kerala and few members of the Islamic Research Foundation (IRF) based in Mumbai, Maharashtra. He supported IS by means to motivate and radicalise Ashfaq/Ashfak Majid and his associates for unlawful activities against India.
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July - 31 
The United States (US) on July 31 designated Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) ‘commander’ Abdul Rehman al-Dakhil, who till recently was LeT’s ‘divisional commander’ for the Jammu region, as a ‘Specially Designated Global Terr
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The United States (US) on July 31 designated Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) ‘commander’ Abdul Rehman al-Dakhil, who till recently was LeT’s ‘divisional commander’ for the Jammu region, as a ‘Specially Designated Global Terrorist’, reports Daily Excelsior. A longtime member of the US designated Foreign Terrorist Organisation (FTO), LeT, Dakhil was an operational leader for LeT’s attacks in India between 1997 and 2001. In 2004, Dakhil was captured in Iraq by UK forces, then held in US custody in Iraq and Afghanistan until his transfer to Pakistan in 2014. After his release from Pakistani custody, Dakhil returned to work for the LeT. In 2016, Dakhil was the LeT ‘divisional commander’ for the Jammu region. As of early 2018, Dakhil remained a senior commander in the LeT.
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July - 31 
Unidentified assailants overpowered a Policeman deployed for security for former Minister and People’s Democratic Party (PDP) leader, Haq Khan and snatched his service rifle in Kandhar area of Kupwara District on July 31, reports Daily Excelsio
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Unidentified assailants overpowered a Policeman deployed for security for former Minister and People’s Democratic Party (PDP) leader, Haq Khan and snatched his service rifle in Kandhar area of Kupwara District on July 31, reports Daily Excelsior. The Policeman identified as Mohammad Ishaq, was deployed for the security of Khan when the incident took place in Kandhar area of Maidanpora in Lolab.
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*Data till , April 24, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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