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May - 1 
A complete shutdown was also observed in Budgam and Ganderbal Districts, along with Districts of Pulwama, Kulgam, Shopian and Anantnag. One person was injured at Drangbal in Pulwama District during clashes.
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A complete shutdown was also observed in Budgam and Ganderbal Districts, along with Districts of Pulwama, Kulgam, Shopian and Anantnag. One person was injured at Drangbal in Pulwama District during clashes.
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All important installations in Chennai and its suburbs, including the Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research at Kalpakkam in Kanchipuram District were put on high alert following the twin blasts on board the Bangalore-Guwahati Express at Chennai Ce
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All important installations in Chennai and its suburbs, including the Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research at Kalpakkam in Kanchipuram District were put on high alert following the twin blasts on board the Bangalore-Guwahati Express at Chennai Central, The Times of India reports on May 2. "Intense patrolling is on inside the nuclear complex in Kalpakkam where screening of people moving in and out was rigorous," Site Director KJ Koteeswaran said. Security was also enhanced at the US Consulate in the city, railway station, bus stands and places of worship. Similar arrangements were made at the Kudankulam nuclear power plant in Tirunelveli District in Tamil Nadu. However, in the absence of any concrete leads, investigations into the Chennai blasts have zeroed in on two passengers who boarded the affected coaches of Bangalore-Guwahati Express in Bangalore without tickets and alighted before the train reached Chennai. Sources said the two are being viewed as suspects based on the testimony of passengers who said two young men boarded the train's S4 and S5 coaches without tickets, slept on the floor and were nowhere to be found in the morning. Central agencies also suspect the bombs could have been kept in the train in Chennai itself with their timers set for a short span. "The bombs exploded 12 minutes after the train reached Chennai," said an officer privy to investigation details. Following the blast security has been also increased at Nagpur (Maharashtra) railway station and airport. The access controls to the airport have been tightened and the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has increased the intensity of its baggage and people search. Security was beefed up on May 1 at the Trichy Junction railway station and other important places in the city. Similarly, security was also tightened at the Trichy International Airport. Police teams were deployed at major bus terminals like the Central Bus Stand and Chatiram Bus Stand. Patrol teams were also sent at vital points across the city.
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May - 1 
All international airports, ports and land borders in India have been put on alert by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) to check circulation of Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) and black money during ongoing Lok Sabha (Lower House of Ind
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All international airports, ports and land borders in India have been put on alert by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) to check circulation of Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) and black money during ongoing Lok Sabha (Lower House of Indian Parliament) elections, Oman Tribune reports on May 2. DRI has asked customs officials posted at international transit points to remain extra vigilant during the Lok Sabha elections and keep a check on passengers and baggage coming from sensitive sectors, official sources said. The alert was issued some time back following an input that there may be a spurt in smuggling of fake currency notes from abroad during the elections, they said. Customs officials have been also asked to be alert at international transit land routes, including the Attari-Wagah border (Punjab) and Munabao Railway Station in Jodhpur (Rajasthan), among others, the sources said. “Ports along the country’s coast lines bringing in cargo from other nations have also been alerted to keep a check on smuggling of fake currency notes and circulation of black money,” an official said. The customs officials are also maintaining a strict vigil on frequent passengers to and from Gulf nations and South East sector (Malaysia, the Philippines, Cambodia, Singapore, Indonesia and Thailand, among others). Authorities here are also coordinating with the Customs Overseas Intelligence Network (COIN) officers spread across Asia and other important nations to check flow of black money to India, the sources said.
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May - 1 
Also, in the night of May 1, another group of NDFB-IKS militants in Baksa District of BTAD shot dead three persons, including two women, and injured an infant. According to Police sources, a group of the extremists entered the house of the family nea
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Also, in the night of May 1, another group of NDFB-IKS militants in Baksa District of BTAD shot dead three persons, including two women, and injured an infant. According to Police sources, a group of the extremists entered the house of the family near Ananda Bazar area in the night and opened indiscriminate fire, killing the three. The assailants fled after committing the crime.
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Around a dozen persons including three Policemen were injured in stone-pelting and clashes across Kashmir valley on May 1 in curfew like restrictions in parts of Srinagar and shut down in rest of the Valley over the killing of a youth in Srinagar on
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Around a dozen persons including three Policemen were injured in stone-pelting and clashes across Kashmir valley on May 1 in curfew like restrictions in parts of Srinagar and shut down in rest of the Valley over the killing of a youth in Srinagar on April 30, reports Daily Excelsior. The Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Farooq Ahmad Shah said that curfew like restrictions will continue in old city areas of Srinagar as a precautionary measure on May 2.
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As reported on May 1, Tamil Nadu 'Q' branch sleuths arrested two associates of Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) operative Sakir Hussain in Chennai, in addition, the Police also seized Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) to the tune of INR 2,50,000 from
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As reported on May 1, Tamil Nadu 'Q' branch sleuths arrested two associates of Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) operative Sakir Hussain in Chennai, in addition, the Police also seized Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) to the tune of INR 2,50,000 from them. Those arrested are identified as Siva Balan, a Sri Lankan Tamil, and Mohammad Salim, of Royapuram, Chennai. Siva Balan worked as a freelance journalist with a magazine in Chennai, while Salim was running a showroom in T Nagar. Police arrested them based on information given by Hussain. Investigators said the fake currency notes had virtually all the salient features of the original. "We are interrogating the duo to know about the origin of the currency. The duo will be remanded in judicial custody after producing them before the magistrate court in Chennai on Friday (May 2)," a Police officer said. During questioning, the duo told the investigation officers that they acted as mediators and collected INR 2,000 for every INR 1,00,000 FICN circulated in the market.
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Clashes broke out at Maisuma, Bemina and Narbal areas of Srinagar in which three people sustained injuries. At Maisuma, a pedestrian identified as Umar Nazir was injured after he was hit by a stone. A non-local couple sustained injuries after their v
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Clashes broke out at Maisuma, Bemina and Narbal areas of Srinagar in which three people sustained injuries. At Maisuma, a pedestrian identified as Umar Nazir was injured after he was hit by a stone. A non-local couple sustained injuries after their vehicle in which they were travelling was stoned by in Narbal on Srinagar-Gulmarg highway.
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Eight Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) militias from Narayanpatna block in Koraput District surrendered before Police on May 1, reports The Hindu. Five of the surrendered militias were from Dumsil village and three others were from Basana
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Eight Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) militias from Narayanpatna block in Koraput District surrendered before Police on May 1, reports The Hindu. Five of the surrendered militias were from Dumsil village and three others were from Basanaput village. Those who surrendered were identified as Ladda Nachika, Kayu Nachika, Rajeya Kendruka, Rameya Kendruka, Kesari Kenduka from Dumsil village (Koraput District) and Rabi Huluka, Sekaru Huluka, Siu Huluka from Basanaput village (Koraput District). The surrender took place in the presence of Inspector General of Police (IGP) South-Western Range Yashwant Jethwa, Inspector General (IG) of Border Security Force (BSF) A.K.Sharma and Koraput Superintendent of Police (SP) Awinash Kumar.
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For strengthening security along International Border in Jammu region, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs decided to take up 15 villages out of total 118 on pilot basis for laying of three-tier network and directed the divisional administration to pr
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For strengthening security along International Border in Jammu region, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs decided to take up 15 villages out of total 118 on pilot basis for laying of three-tier network and directed the divisional administration to provide 135 feet corridor to the Border Security Force (BSF) in these villages within a period of two months, Daily Excelsior reports May 2. Out of 118 villages, 72 fall in Jammu District, 17 in Kathua and 29 in Samba District. The total area, which will be handed over to BSF in these districts, is 8648 kilometers. “This decision was recently conveyed to the State Home Department as well as divisional administration of Jammu with the direction to provide 135 feet corridor in these 15 villages, mostly in Kathua district within a period of two months so that Central Public Works Department (CPWD) begins creation of necessary infrastructure”, according to official sources. Sources added, “there is every possibility of resistance from the Pakistan side over this move of the Union Home Ministry as after three-tier security network spread over an area of 135 feet wide corridor that too all along the International Border would ensure complete plugging of infiltration routes”.
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May - 1 
Four tribals, including a woman, were arrested in connection with the April 24 landmine blast, reports post.jagran.com. On May 1, Budhu Murmu and his brother Shom Murmu were arrested at a village under Shikaripara Police Station limits on charges tha
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Four tribals, including a woman, were arrested in connection with the April 24 landmine blast, reports post.jagran.com. On May 1, Budhu Murmu and his brother Shom Murmu were arrested at a village under Shikaripara Police Station limits on charges that they had dug up and planted landmine exploded by the Maoists, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) AK Srivastav said. Their sister Tala Kuri was arrested along with Baburam Baski earlier on April 28 on charges of harbouring the Maoists, Srivastav added.
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May - 1 
Meanwhile, militants attacked Dhananjoy Nath, District correspondent of a Guwahati-based Assamese daily Dainik Janasadharan in Kokrajhar District, reports The Hindu on May 2. Superintendent of Police Kokrajhar District stated that this could be a cas
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Meanwhile, militants attacked Dhananjoy Nath, District correspondent of a Guwahati-based Assamese daily Dainik Janasadharan in Kokrajhar District, reports The Hindu on May 2. Superintendent of Police Kokrajhar District stated that this could be a case of extortion as the victim owned a shop and the attack was a bid to extort money from him.
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May - 1 
Meanwhile, one active member of Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) namely Sanjay Sahu was arrested by Imphal West commandos from Minuthong Pandon on May 1. He was assigned to serve monetary demands to various businessmen in Imphal area as well as Moreh a
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Meanwhile, one active member of Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) namely Sanjay Sahu was arrested by Imphal West commandos from Minuthong Pandon on May 1. He was assigned to serve monetary demands to various businessmen in Imphal area as well as Moreh area.
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May - 1 
Meanwhile, Security Forces (SFs) arrested an individual, identified as Aloto Zhimomi from Thahekhu and recovered one .22 pistol along with magazine, reports Nagaland Post on May 2.
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Meanwhile, Security Forces (SFs) arrested an individual, identified as Aloto Zhimomi from Thahekhu and recovered one .22 pistol along with magazine, reports Nagaland Post on May 2.
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May - 1 
Meanwhile, the high voter turnout in Lok Sabha (Lower House of Indian Parliament) polls in south Chhattisgarh has apparently upset the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) who are holding meetings to express disappointment over participation
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Meanwhile, the high voter turnout in Lok Sabha (Lower House of Indian Parliament) polls in south Chhattisgarh has apparently upset the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) who are holding meetings to express disappointment over participation of tribals in the electoral process, reports The Business Standard on May 2. A senior Intelligence Bureau (IB) official said "In some pockets of Bastar, Dantewada, Kondagaon and Narayanpur, Maoist leaders reportedly held meetings with villagers recently after the Lok Sabha election in Bastar constituency." "However, Police couldn't go deep enough to check the reason behind their meetings at several places. As per the informers, the Naxals were enquiring how voting was recorded high in the region despite their intense poll boycott call," the official added. The two worst Maoist-hit Lok Sabha seats - Bastar and Kanker - recorded 59.40 per cent and 70.29 per cent voting respectively in the last month's three-phased Parliamentary polls in the State. Bastar went to polls on April 10 while voting took place in Kanker on April 17. In the 2009 general elections, Bastar and Kanker seats had witnessed voter turnout of 47.33 and 57.20 per cent respectively. Also, over 70 per cent voters exercised their franchise in the Maoist affected areas of the State during last year's Assembly polls.
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Meghalaya Government is trying to bring the United A'chik Liberation Army (UALA) and GNLA for negotiations, reports The Sentinel on May 2. The Government has been engaging with the leadership of both the groups at various levels. Meanwhile it has cle
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Meghalaya Government is trying to bring the United A'chik Liberation Army (UALA) and GNLA for negotiations, reports The Sentinel on May 2. The Government has been engaging with the leadership of both the groups at various levels. Meanwhile it has clearly stated that the Government will not succumb to the militant groups’ demands. The State Home Minister, Roshan Warjri had earlier said that ‘chairman’ of the GNLA Champion Sangma will not be released before any peaceful settlement has been reached.
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May - 1 
One passenger, identified as Swathi died and nine others were injured in a bomb blast in the Guwahati-Bangalore Express train stationed at the Chennai Central Station on May 1 (today), reports The Times of India. The blast took place at around 7.30 a
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One passenger, identified as Swathi died and nine others were injured in a bomb blast in the Guwahati-Bangalore Express train stationed at the Chennai Central Station on May 1 (today), reports The Times of India. The blast took place at around 7.30 am. Police said it was a terror attack while the train was at platform no 9. Investigators who visited the spot said it appeared to have been two explosions, below seat number 70 of S4 compartment and seat number 30 of S5 compartment.
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May - 1 
Scores of people also clashed with Police and CRPF in Gulshan Chowk of Bandipora District in which three Police men and three protesters each were injured. The protests also broke out at Hajin town of the District. In Kupwara, youth resorted to minor
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Scores of people also clashed with Police and CRPF in Gulshan Chowk of Bandipora District in which three Police men and three protesters each were injured. The protests also broke out at Hajin town of the District. In Kupwara, youth resorted to minor stone-throwing at Rigipora. However, situation returned to normal amid shutdown.
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May - 1 
Six people were also injured in Baramulla District during clashes. The protesters pelted stones on Police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in Baramulla town ensuing clashes. Clashes broke out in Sopore town of Baramulla District at Batpora and
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Six people were also injured in Baramulla District during clashes. The protesters pelted stones on Police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in Baramulla town ensuing clashes. Clashes broke out in Sopore town of Baramulla District at Batpora and Sangrama in which two persons were injured in clashes. Clashes were reported from Palhallan in Baramulla, but Security Forces restored calm.
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May - 1 
The Intelligence agencies are worried as 58 persons including 14 militants, or former militants, along with their Pakistani wives and children reached Jammu and Kashmir from Nepal border during past about one month after spending more than two decade
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The Intelligence agencies are worried as 58 persons including 14 militants, or former militants, along with their Pakistani wives and children reached Jammu and Kashmir from Nepal border during past about one month after spending more than two decades or even more in Pakistan and Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), Daily Excelsior reports on May 2. However, none of the militants and their family members have taken the legal route identified by the Government in the Rehabilitation Policy. The approved routes included Poonch-Rawalakote in Jammu region, Uri-Muzaffarabad in Kashmir, Wagah border in Amritsar District of Punjab and Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi. Official sources said, this was for the first time since the announcement of Rehabilitation Policy by the State Government in 2010 that 58 persons including 14 former militants of different outfits have reached Kashmir from Nepal route in less than a month. A total of four groups have crossed from Nauntawan in Gorakhpur District of Uttar Pradesh along Nepal border last month, they said.
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May - 1 
The interrogation of suspected Colombo-based Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agent Mohammed Zahir Hussain has brought out that he has been making attempts to establish a widespread network to carry out activities, including circulation of fake curr
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The interrogation of suspected Colombo-based Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agent Mohammed Zahir Hussain has brought out that he has been making attempts to establish a widespread network to carry out activities, including circulation of fake currency in south India, reports The Times of India on May 2. Earlier on May 1, based on information provided by Hussain, Police arrested two of his associates - Siva Balan, also a Sri Lankan, and Mohammed Salim of Chennai. According to the sources, Hussain and his two associates have confessed to running the fake currency racket. Hussain, actively engaged in recruitment of youngsters, was arrested on April 29 on a tip-off and fake currency notes were seized from him. The investigators are focusing on whether Hussain had any link with Rajasthan-based Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Ashraf Ali, who was arrested in a joint operation by Rajasthan and Tamil Nadu police on May 1 in Cuddalore. Meanwhile, a Cuddalore court has granted five-day transit remand of Ashraf Ali to enable Rajasthan police to take him to their state for further interrogation.
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May - 1 
The Rajasthan Anti Terrorist Squad (ATS) on May 1 arrested a suspected Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative, Ashraf Ali from Chidambaram town in Cuddalore District, reports The Times of India. He has allegedly set up and ran an IM module in Rajasthan. Al
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The Rajasthan Anti Terrorist Squad (ATS) on May 1 arrested a suspected Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative, Ashraf Ali from Chidambaram town in Cuddalore District, reports The Times of India. He has allegedly set up and ran an IM module in Rajasthan. Ali is editor of Urdu magazine 'Nida-E-Haq', which allegedly lured Muslim youths in Jodhpur (Rajasthan) to join the IM and prepared them to be part of the terror outfit's sleeper cells, which consists of secret agents who receive specialized training in their homes and are later given assignments in other areas. Sources said Ali moved to Jodhpur from Uttar Pradesh over a decade ago. Ali had gone missing on March 23, 2014 when the state ATS and the Delhi Police arrested a IM operative Zia-ur-Rehman alias Waqas along with three other operatives of the outfit, and seized a huge cache of explosives. On his run since March 23, the ATS said the accused spent some time in Bali (Rajasthan), Marwar and then went to Hazrat Nizamuddhin (Delhi). Later, he met some members of Tablighi Jamaat. "Ashraf went to Chennai with them. Later, he sneaked into Chidambaram, where he was living for the past one week," said a senior officer of ATS."Ali was arrested with the help of Tamil Nadu Police and is being brought to Jaipur, where he would be produced in court," said Alok Tripathi, Additional Director General (ADG) of ATS.
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May - 1 
The Shillong Times on May 2 reports that the Police had launched an operation in Borpothar under Bokajan sub-division of Karbi Anglong District and arrested three Karbi People's Liberation Tiger (KPLT) militants. The three have been identified as Dan
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The Shillong Times on May 2 reports that the Police had launched an operation in Borpothar under Bokajan sub-division of Karbi Anglong District and arrested three Karbi People's Liberation Tiger (KPLT) militants. The three have been identified as Daniel Ingti Kathar, Benting Teron and Bimal Engti. The Police recovered an extortion note and four mobiles from them.
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May - 1 
The Shillong Times reports that a Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militant was killed by Police Commandos on May 1 at Daji Badimagre-Boldakgre village, a remote Chokpot region of South Garo Hills District in Meghalaya. The incident happened when
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The Shillong Times reports that a Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militant was killed by Police Commandos on May 1 at Daji Badimagre-Boldakgre village, a remote Chokpot region of South Garo Hills District in Meghalaya. The incident happened when the Police Commandos from Special Weapons And Tactics (SWAT) unit engaged in counter insurgency operation saw a group of GNLA militants who were going to the village. The Police recovered an AK-47 with several rounds of ammunition and a knapsack containing camouflage uniforms from the deceased. The militants who escaped in the encounter later returned and fired at the Security Forces (SFs).The Police later cordoned off the area and conducted a search and found a large camp which may have housed up to 40 cadres of the GNLA
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May - 2 
The Telegraph reports that the Sanmilito Jonogosthiyo Oikyo Moncho — an umbrella body of non-Bodo organisations, on May 2, threatened to cut off the lifelines to the Northeast for an indefinite period if the killing of innocent persons does not sto
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The Telegraph reports that the Sanmilito Jonogosthiyo Oikyo Moncho — an umbrella body of non-Bodo organisations, on May 2, threatened to cut off the lifelines to the Northeast for an indefinite period if the killing of innocent persons does not stop in the Bodoland Territorial Areas District immediately. Addressing a news conference here this afternoon, spokesperson for the organisation, Jamsher Ali, said if one more innocent person is killed in the BTAD, they will launch indefinite economic blockades at Srirampur and Baxirhat from May 5, cutting off the region from the rest of the country. Reacting to the latest killings in the BTAD, Krishak Mukti Sangram Samiti (KMSS) leader, Akhil Gogoi sought deployment of the army and demanded resignation of chief minister Tarun Gogoi and BTC chief Hagrama Mohilary for their “failure” to maintain law and order.
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May - 2 
A huge cache of arms, ammunition and electronic gadgets were recovered after a prolonged exchange of fire between security personnel and Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres at Bodra hills under Khadgaon Police Station limits of Rajnan
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A huge cache of arms, ammunition and electronic gadgets were recovered after a prolonged exchange of fire between security personnel and Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres at Bodra hills under Khadgaon Police Station limits of Rajnandgaon District on May 2, reports ibnlive.in.com. Based on intelligence inputs that around 20-25 Maoists of Dallirajhra ‘area committee’, Pallemadi and Mangaltarai ‘local operation squads’ (LOS) were camping in Bodra Hills, Police personnel were mobilised in the region. Sensing the presence of security personnel near restive hills, the Maoists opened indiscriminate firing on them following which Security Forces (SFs) retaliated. After the ensuing gunfight that lasted for around an hour, Maoists fled to the core forest taking advantage of the darkness. Later a search operation was launched in the region during which one 315 bore rifle, live cartridges of 315 bore rifle, two INSAS rifle magazine, a wireless set, a solar plate, radio and batteries, six big and six small bags, Maoist uniform, school dress, medicines, commodities of daily use, Maoist literature and other Maoist-related things were recovered from the spot.
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May - 2 
A militant belonging to Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami (HuJI) outfit was arrested in Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir on May 2, reports ZEE News. On specific inputs, police raided a place in Gandoh area of Doda district and arrested HuJI militant, Ashiq Hu
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A militant belonging to Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami (HuJI) outfit was arrested in Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir on May 2, reports ZEE News. On specific inputs, police raided a place in Gandoh area of Doda district and arrested HuJI militant, Ashiq Hussain (29) wanted in several cases of militancy, Police said
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May - 2 
Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi called the attacks a cowardly act. Union Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde spoke to Tarun Gogoi, and promised to send 10 additional companies of Central paramilitary forces sought by the State government, adds The Hindu.
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Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi called the attacks a cowardly act. Union Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde spoke to Tarun Gogoi, and promised to send 10 additional companies of Central paramilitary forces sought by the State government, adds The Hindu.
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May - 2 
Clearly mentioning the involvement of the dreaded NDFB-IKS group in the killing of several innocent civilians at different areas under the BTAD, the Assam Police, on May 2, said the Bodo rebel group has become frustrated and as a result, they have ch
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Clearly mentioning the involvement of the dreaded NDFB-IKS group in the killing of several innocent civilians at different areas under the BTAD, the Assam Police, on May 2, said the Bodo rebel group has become frustrated and as a result, they have chosen a “soft target”, reports The Sentinel. Talking to reporters after attending a series of high level security meetings at Dispur, State DGP Khagen Sarma said, “Stern action will be taken against NDFB (S) group.” “In the last few months, 18 important cadres of NDFB (S) outfit were killed in encounter with security forces and also 42 important cadres of the outfit surrendered before security forces,” he said. “To show its strength, the outfit had earlier tried to attack security forces and Ranjan Daimary faction of NDFB, but failed in its attempt and became frustrated. To make its presence felt, they carried out the attack on civilians yesterday,” he added.
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May - 2 
Further, Minority students’ organisations in Assam have blamed Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) chief Hagrama Mohilary and chief minister Tarun Gogoi for the ongoing violence in the Bodoland Territorial Areas District (BTAD), reports The Telegraph on Ma
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Further, Minority students’ organisations in Assam have blamed Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) chief Hagrama Mohilary and chief minister Tarun Gogoi for the ongoing violence in the Bodoland Territorial Areas District (BTAD), reports The Telegraph on May 3. The general secretary of the All-Assam Minority Students’ Union (AAMSU), Rezaul Karim Sarkar, on May 3, alleged Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) chief Mohilary is the sole perpetrator of killings of people from the minority community in the BTAD. Ruling out the involvement of the NDFB (S) in the ongoing killings, the AAMSU leader demanded the immediate arrest of BPF leader Pramila Rani Brahma, accusing her of fanning the flames of hatred against the minority people for apparently rejecting her party in the recently-held Lok Sabha elections. Sarkar also demanded that the Congress snap its ties with the BPF and exhorted legislators and cabinet ministers from the minority community to quit the Congress government and the party for the interest of the minority community if the Congress government continues the alliance with the BPF.
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May - 2 
In a major breakthrough in foiling the Islamist terror group’s recruitment and fundraising operations in West Asia, a key Indian Mujahideen organiser, Faizan Ahmad Sultan was deported by the UAE on May 2, reports The Hindu. Faizan was escorted to New
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In a major breakthrough in foiling the Islamist terror group’s recruitment and fundraising operations in West Asia, a key Indian Mujahideen organiser, Faizan Ahmad Sultan was deported by the UAE on May 2, reports The Hindu. Faizan was escorted to New Delhi by Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) officials and was arrested by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) soon after his arrival. Faizan played a key role in helping Indian Mujahideen fugitives flee India after a 2008 police operation targeting the group led to the arrest of several second-rung operatives, and the death of top commander Mohammad Atif Amin. In addition, he is alleged to have helped Mohammad Ismail, also known as “Gora Ismail,” route funds from Karachi-based Indian Mujahideen military commander Riyaz Ahmad Shahbandri to operatives in India. The UAE authorities detained Faizan soon after he was located by RAW in February, based on leads developed through the interrogation of alleged Indian Mujahideen commander Mohammad Ahmad Zarar Siddibapa. Siddibapa, held while crossing the India-Nepal border last year, is now awaiting trial, the sources said.
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May - 2 
Inputs gathered by Central Agencies say a leader of Pak-based terror outfit Jamaat-ud-Dawa, Zameer Khan has formed a new outfit- Ansar-ul-Uma- for conducting operations in India, reports The Times of India on May 3. A secret document of the intellig
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Inputs gathered by Central Agencies say a leader of Pak-based terror outfit Jamaat-ud-Dawa, Zameer Khan has formed a new outfit- Ansar-ul-Uma- for conducting operations in India, reports The Times of India on May 3. A secret document of the intelligence agencies claims that the new outfit located in Bagh District in Pakistan was formed three days ago and 80-100 terrorists had already joined it. The intelligence agencies have also informed that Maulana Masood Azhar, founder of Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM), last week held a conference -'Jehad-e-Kashmir'- with senior members of various Tanzeems. Masood Azhar was released by India in the wake of the 1999 Kandahar hijack.
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May - 2 
Meanwhile, former United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) leader and Independent candidate for Kokrajhar parliamentary constituency seat, Naba Sarania alias Hira Sarania, who was backed by the Sanmila Janagosthiya Aikya Mancha in the recently conclude
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Meanwhile, former United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) leader and Independent candidate for Kokrajhar parliamentary constituency seat, Naba Sarania alias Hira Sarania, who was backed by the Sanmila Janagosthiya Aikya Mancha in the recently concluded Lok Sabha elections, suspected the involvement of the Bodoland People's Front (BPF) in the ongoing Kokrajhar violence, reports The Sentinel. Addressing the press in the city on May 2, Sarania said, “The government said it had information that such clashes might occur. If it did have prior information, why didn’t the government take any steps to prevent the violence. There is definitely some involvement of the government in this ongoing violence.” The former ULFA leader appealed to the government to take steps to end the mindless violence and threatened to launch an economic blockade in the State if it failed to do so. He said, “If the violence and killings does not stop by May 5, we will launch an economic blockade in all the entry gates of Lower Assam like Boxirhat Gate, Srirampur Gate, etc.”
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May - 2 
Meanwhile, indefinite curfew imposed in neighbouring Chirang District of the BTAD since the night of May 2 was relaxed for six hours from 10 am on May 4, District administration said.
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Meanwhile, indefinite curfew imposed in neighbouring Chirang District of the BTAD since the night of May 2 was relaxed for six hours from 10 am on May 4, District administration said.
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May - 2 
Nagaland Post on May 3 reports that NSCN-IM has created a new department under an ‘officer on special duty’ to follow strict orders and assignments so as to minimize all forms of “illegal activities” prevailing in and around Dimapur District.
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Nagaland Post on May 3 reports that NSCN-IM has created a new department under an ‘officer on special duty’ to follow strict orders and assignments so as to minimize all forms of “illegal activities” prevailing in and around Dimapur District.
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May - 2 
Nagaland Post on May 3 reports that NSCN-IM has created a new department under an ‘officer on special duty’ to follow strict orders and assignments so as to minimize all forms of “illegal activities” prevailing in and around Dimapur District.
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Nagaland Post on May 3 reports that NSCN-IM has created a new department under an ‘officer on special duty’ to follow strict orders and assignments so as to minimize all forms of “illegal activities” prevailing in and around Dimapur District.
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May - 2 
Nagaland Post reports on May 7 that SFs arrested one armed cadre of NSCN-KK, identified as H Akato Zhimo (33) on May 2 from Super Market near Saramati Hotel in Dimapur District, along with one 7 .65mm pistol and assorted ammunition.
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Nagaland Post reports on May 7 that SFs arrested one armed cadre of NSCN-KK, identified as H Akato Zhimo (33) on May 2 from Super Market near Saramati Hotel in Dimapur District, along with one 7 .65mm pistol and assorted ammunition.
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May - 2 
On the disclosure of Sanjay Sahu, his associate Muhammad Ayub Khan (40) was also arrested from the latter’s residence at Mantripukhri Bengali Colony. Also, on May 2, SFs arrested one KCP-Nongdrenkhomba cadre, identified as Ngangbam Sharat alias Somo
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On the disclosure of Sanjay Sahu, his associate Muhammad Ayub Khan (40) was also arrested from the latter’s residence at Mantripukhri Bengali Colony. Also, on May 2, SFs arrested one KCP-Nongdrenkhomba cadre, identified as Ngangbam Sharat alias Somo. One mobile phone handset and 200 gms of explosive material were seized from his possession. On the disclosure of Sharat, another cadre of the same outfit, identified as Angom Aken alias German alias Chingkhei (24) was also pulled up from his residence. In further follow up action, a third cadre of the same outfit identified as Wahengbam John alias Thoi (24) was arrested.
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May - 2 
The Bodo People's Progressive Front (BPPF) said the killing in the BTAD could be a handiwork of the Government agency to divert the attention of the people who are by and large going against the ruling party, reports The Sentinel. Talking to reporter
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The Bodo People's Progressive Front (BPPF) said the killing in the BTAD could be a handiwork of the Government agency to divert the attention of the people who are by and large going against the ruling party, reports The Sentinel. Talking to reporters, BPPF President Rabiram Narzary said that yesterday’s killing could be a government’s conspiracy. He also demanded a high level inquiry into the incident.
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May - 2 
The Hindu reports that seven people, including two children and four women, were killed in an attack by suspected IK Songbhijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) militants in Balaparajan Village-1 under Goreswar Police Stati
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The Hindu reports that seven people, including two children and four women, were killed in an attack by suspected IK Songbhijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) militants in Balaparajan Village-1 under Goreswar Police Station in Kokrajhar District under Bodoland Territorial Administrative District (BTAD) of Assam on May 2 (today). A group of heavily armed extremists swooped down on two houses in the village at around 1 am and opened indiscriminate fire, killing seven persons on the spot. Two persons were seriously injured.
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May - 2 
The NDFB-IKS also has earlier warned the State and Government of India for tit for tat action against the systematic killings of their members and also cautioned the founder Chairman of the NDFB, Ranjan Daimary to stay away from involving in fratrici
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The NDFB-IKS also has earlier warned the State and Government of India for tit for tat action against the systematic killings of their members and also cautioned the founder Chairman of the NDFB, Ranjan Daimary to stay away from involving in fratricidal killings, report The Sentinel
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May - 2 
The Shillong Times reports on May 3 that one KYKL militant Shakil Ahmed was arrested by Assam Rifles on May 2, during an operation at Lamlai in Imphal East District by the 30 Assam Rifles (AR). A9mm pistol and three live rounds were recovered from th
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The Shillong Times reports on May 3 that one KYKL militant Shakil Ahmed was arrested by Assam Rifles on May 2, during an operation at Lamlai in Imphal East District by the 30 Assam Rifles (AR). A9mm pistol and three live rounds were recovered from the militant.
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The Shillong Times reports that Arunachal Pradesh Police rescued a businessman earlier abducted on April 29 by IK Songbijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) militants from his farmhouse at Pasighat in East Siang District af
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The Shillong Times reports that Arunachal Pradesh Police rescued a businessman earlier abducted on April 29 by IK Songbijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) militants from his farmhouse at Pasighat in East Siang District after a fierce encounter with the rebel outfit at Bora Jaldobi village in Assam’s Dhemaji District, a top Police officer said on May 3. A Police team lead by East Siang Superintendent of Police (SP), Devendra Arya rescued 65-year-old Keshav Pandey from the captivity of the militants after about one hour gun battle in the night of May 2 and arrested four cadres, identified as Rajiv Narzary, Suresh Basumatary, Bolin Boro and Tengana Narzary while three others managed to escape. Pandey, who owns a cattle farm near Partung area inside the Daying Ering Wildlife sanctuary was abducted after a few miscreants entered his farm disconnecting the power supply.
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The Shillong Times reports that East Khasi Hills Police have arrested Hynniewtrep National A’chik Movement (HANM) president Lamphrang Kharbani for his alleged links with the banned rebel outfit Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC). Kharbani
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The Shillong Times reports that East Khasi Hills Police have arrested Hynniewtrep National A’chik Movement (HANM) president Lamphrang Kharbani for his alleged links with the banned rebel outfit Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC). Kharbani and four others arrested from Rangthong village, South West Khasi Hills when they were on their way to Shillong on May 2. “We had specific input that Kharbani recently had gone to Bangladesh to meet the top leaders of the HNLC,” Police sources said. It is also revealed that among those arrested along with Kharbani, one was a former member of the banned outfit. All of them were produced in a court on May 3. The court, meanwhile, remanded them in five-day Police custody. “All the arrested are having links with HNLC. We have also seized some demand notes along with the letter heads of the banned outfit,” a senior police official said. Replying to a query, the senior Police also informed that the HANM president was helping the outfit in various ways including by generating fund for the council. The HANM president was arrested earlier on two occasions for illegal possession of arms.
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May - 2 
The Supreme Court on May 2 refused to issue any further direction to the tribunal constituted to examine the ban on the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) for the seventh time, reports Deccan Herald. A bench of Chief Justice R M Lodha and Jus
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The Supreme Court on May 2 refused to issue any further direction to the tribunal constituted to examine the ban on the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) for the seventh time, reports Deccan Herald. A bench of Chief Justice R M Lodha and Justice Kurian Joseph said the SC order on the functioning of the tribunal under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act was crystal clear and so it did not need to issue any more directives. A counsel representing two erstwhile SIMI members urged the court to ensure that the tribunal adhered to the rules of evidence. They wanted assurance that the tribunal would not only go by confessional statements, which were extracted from alleged members, and secret documents that were not shared with the lawyers for the organisation. The court, however, said there was no need for any interim direction and posted the matter for final hearing on August 12 before a three-judge bench that previously took up similar matters.
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May - 2 
The Telegraph reports that the Police, on May 2, rescued five people who were abducted by suspected Karbi People’s Liberation Tigers (KPLT) militants on May 1. The five persons identified as Mithun Das, Sunny Das, Boloram Das, Kulendra Singh and Dhar
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The Telegraph reports that the Police, on May 2, rescued five people who were abducted by suspected Karbi People’s Liberation Tigers (KPLT) militants on May 1. The five persons identified as Mithun Das, Sunny Das, Boloram Das, Kulendra Singh and Dharmendra Singh were abducted at gunpoint by a 10 to 12-member group of KPLT from an IBP petrol pump in the Geleki area in Karbi Anglong District on National Highway 37 near Kaziranga National Park. The abductees were taken to an undisclosed hill range .The police said that they arrested suspected cadres of KPLT and with the information gathered from interrogation search was launched resulting in safe return of all five on May 2.
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May - 2 
Two Jharkhand Prastuti Committee (JPC), a splinter group of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), cadres, identified as ‘zonal commander’ Badal alias Rajesh Munda and a cadre Ashok Oraon, were killed in factional clash with, another CPI-Maois
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Two Jharkhand Prastuti Committee (JPC), a splinter group of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), cadres, identified as ‘zonal commander’ Badal alias Rajesh Munda and a cadre Ashok Oraon, were killed in factional clash with, another CPI-Maoist splinter group, Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC) at Kushumbha of Hazaribagh District on May 2, reports The Times of India. Ashok Kumar Singh, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), headquarters, said both the JPC cadres were taking their morning tea at a roadside hotel in Kushumbha near the National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) railway siding-cum-coal dumping yard when five persons led by Ranvijay and Dayanand, top cadres of TPC, spotted them and opened indiscriminate firing, killing them.
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May - 3 
In another incident a cadre of Naga National Council/Federal Government of Nagaland(NNC-FGN) Acii Vadeo from Puruba village, Phek district was arrested by 11AR for collecting illegal tax from civil trucks.
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In another incident a cadre of Naga National Council/Federal Government of Nagaland(NNC-FGN) Acii Vadeo from Puruba village, Phek district was arrested by 11AR for collecting illegal tax from civil trucks.
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May - 3 
Bodos and Bengali-speaking Muslims continued to flee their homes in western Assam on May 3, reports The Times of India. Curfew was relaxed for four hours in Kokrajhar from noon on May 3 as no fresh attacks were reported in the last 24 hours. Thirty-t
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Bodos and Bengali-speaking Muslims continued to flee their homes in western Assam on May 3, reports The Times of India. Curfew was relaxed for four hours in Kokrajhar from noon on May 3 as no fresh attacks were reported in the last 24 hours. Thirty-two people have been killed since May 1. Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said about 300 people from both the communities had taken shelter at relief camps.
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May - 3 
Central security agencies have claimed that Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) had plans to carry out terror attacks on two foreign consulates - US and Israeli - in India with evidence for this reportedly given by Sri Lankan national, Sakir Hussain, a
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Central security agencies have claimed that Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) had plans to carry out terror attacks on two foreign consulates - US and Israeli - in India with evidence for this reportedly given by Sri Lankan national, Sakir Hussain, arrested from Chennai, during his interrogation, reported The Times of India on May 4. Sakir told his interrogators that he had been hired allegedly by an official in Pakistani high commission in Colombo as part of the ISI's alleged plans to conduct reconnaissance of US consulate in Chennai and Israeli consulate in Bengaluru. Hussain was arrested on April 29, 2013, in a coordinated operation involving various countries including a Southeast Asian nation. He is reported to have told the interrogators that Pakistan's spy agency was planning to send two men from Maldives to Chennai and that he had to arrange for their travel documents and hideouts. During interrogation, Hussain reportedly took the name of Amir Zubair Siddiq, who is counsellor (visa) at Pakistan high commission in Colombo, as his alleged handler and also said he had been chosen as he was engaged in human trafficking, making of forged passports and smuggling of Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN). The sleuths recovered pictures of US and Israeli consulates showing various gates and roads leading to the two premises, the sources said, and claimed that these pictures had been mailed to his alleged handlers in Pakistan and its high commission in Colombo.
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May - 3 
Guwahati Sanmilita Nagarik Adhikar Suraksha Mancha, a citizens' forum which organized a met on May 3, demanded a judicial inquiry into the violence. Hafiz Rashid Ahmed Choudhury, senior advocate and state president of Samajwadi party, said the arms a
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Guwahati Sanmilita Nagarik Adhikar Suraksha Mancha, a citizens' forum which organized a met on May 3, demanded a judicial inquiry into the violence. Hafiz Rashid Ahmed Choudhury, senior advocate and state president of Samajwadi party, said the arms available in BTAD should be seized. "Arms are the main problem. The arms should be seized as soon as possible," he added. "We would like to appeal to the people as a whole that this is not a communal violence but a political one. People are being killed for political reasons. The leaders and public representatives should refrain from making statements which can ignite communal tension," he added.
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May - 3 
Meanwhile, for the unconditional release of HANM president Lamphrang Kharbani and threatened to announce a total shutdown of all the State Government offices and departments including central government on May 8, 9, 12 and 13 if it is not met, report
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Meanwhile, for the unconditional release of HANM president Lamphrang Kharbani and threatened to announce a total shutdown of all the State Government offices and departments including central government on May 8, 9, 12 and 13 if it is not met, reports The Sentinel on May 4. Condemning the arrest of the HANM leader the HNLC said that the allegations made by the police are totally baseless and “has no grounds to stand upon.”
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May - 3 
Meanwhile, the Cachar Police suspects the involvement of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) behind the incident when an IED, 35 gelignite (blasting gelatin) sticks, caches of nitroglycerin and nitrocellulose and 20 powerful deto
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Meanwhile, the Cachar Police suspects the involvement of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) behind the incident when an IED, 35 gelignite (blasting gelatin) sticks, caches of nitroglycerin and nitrocellulose and 20 powerful detonators were recovered a bus on May 1 at Sibtilla in Cachar District, reports The Telegraph India on May 4. Although four people were arrested, the Police suspect that they were just couriers. According to some Police Sources the NSCN-K was involved in the incident. The Police stated that the explosives were to be used to blow up a bridge on the Barak river near Pailapoor township in Cachar District.
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May - 3 
On May 3, Imphal West commandos arrested KCP-Noyon cadre, identified as Abujam Shidam Meetei from Pukhao. Investigation revealed that he is working as publicity secretary of KCP-Noyon group.
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On May 3, Imphal West commandos arrested KCP-Noyon cadre, identified as Abujam Shidam Meetei from Pukhao. Investigation revealed that he is working as publicity secretary of KCP-Noyon group.
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on May 4 reported that three militants were arrested by Assam Rifles (AR) in separate incidents. On May 2 a cadre of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khole-Kitovi(NSCN-KK) H Akato Zhimo from Hotovi in Dimapur was arrested by 29 Assam Rifles (AR
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on May 4 reported that three militants were arrested by Assam Rifles (AR) in separate incidents. On May 2 a cadre of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khole-Kitovi(NSCN-KK) H Akato Zhimo from Hotovi in Dimapur was arrested by 29 Assam Rifles (AR) from Dimpaur. A 7.65mm pistol and assorted ammunition were recovered from him. In a separate incident 37 AR arrested one man near NIT Complex, in Chumukedima village Dimapur. A .22 automatic Pistol, two rounds of ammunition, three barrels of .22 Rifle were were recovered from his possession. He was handed was handed over to Diphupar Police Station In another incident a cadre of Naga National Council/Federal Government of Nagaland(NNC-FGN) Acii Vadeo from Puruba village, Phek district was arrested by 11AR for collecting illegal tax from civil trucks.
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May - 3 
Responding to criticism about his alleged failure to check fresh violence, Hagrama Mohilary, BPF president and chief executive member of Bodoland Territorial Council, which governs the BTAD, said he would not mind if the BTC was dismissed if this cou
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Responding to criticism about his alleged failure to check fresh violence, Hagrama Mohilary, BPF president and chief executive member of Bodoland Territorial Council, which governs the BTAD, said he would not mind if the BTC was dismissed if this could restore normalcy in the area. He said there were reports about the involvement of the NDFB-IKS and appealed to all to maintain peace.
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May - 3 
Senior BPF legislator Pramila Rani Brahma, whose arrest has been demanded by a section in the Congress for the violence in the Bodoland Territorial Areas District (BTAD), on May 3, demanded a CBI probe into the attacks to get to the bottom of the tru
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Senior BPF legislator Pramila Rani Brahma, whose arrest has been demanded by a section in the Congress for the violence in the Bodoland Territorial Areas District (BTAD), on May 3, demanded a CBI probe into the attacks to get to the bottom of the truth, reports The Telegraph.
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May - 3 
The Hindu reports that nine more bodies were recovered from a village in Baksa District in the morning of May 3 (today), taking the toll to 32 in the violence unleashed by IK Songbhijit faction of National democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) mili
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The Hindu reports that nine more bodies were recovered from a village in Baksa District in the morning of May 3 (today), taking the toll to 32 in the violence unleashed by IK Songbhijit faction of National democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) militants in Bodoland Territorial Administration Districts (BTAD) area in Assam. The bodies of the victims, including four children and two women, were recovered from Khagrabari village under Salbari sub-division adjacent to the Manas National Park, official sources said. Bodies of two children were identified as Ilina Khatun and Ariful Islam. Besides Chirang and parts of Dhubri Districts, indefinite curfew has also been imposed in Kokrajhar and Baksa Districts where 23 people were killed. The violence started when heavily armed NDFB-IKS militants entered a house and shot dead three members of a family, including two women, and injured an infant of a minority community near Ananda Bazar area in Baksa District on May 1. This was followed by indiscriminate firing by the insurgents at Balapara-I village in neighbouring Kokrajhar District in the early hours on May 2 which left eight persons dead and injuring several others in their own houses. Again, in the night of May 2, 12 bullet-riddled bodies, including those of five women and a child, were recovered from Nankekhadrabari and Nayanguri villages in Baksa District where nearly 100 houses and a wooden bridge were set ablaze by the militants. The Army has been staging flag marches in the violence-hit areas to instill confidence among people and to bring the situation under control, sources said.
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May - 3 
The Sangai Express on May 3 reports that a grenade was found at the gate of one Hijam Ibotombi, residence at Uripok Yambem Leikai in Imphal in the morning of May 2.The grenade was later retrieved by a team of Imphal West Commandos.
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The Sangai Express on May 3 reports that a grenade was found at the gate of one Hijam Ibotombi, residence at Uripok Yambem Leikai in Imphal in the morning of May 2.The grenade was later retrieved by a team of Imphal West Commandos.
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May - 3 
The Sangai Express reports that Troops of Red Shield Division reportedly apprehended armed cadres of (KCP-MC) and PLA during the early hours of May 3 in the general area of Heibong Pokpi. KCP-MC namely Laishram Birsing alias Bira was arrested along w
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The Sangai Express reports that Troops of Red Shield Division reportedly apprehended armed cadres of (KCP-MC) and PLA during the early hours of May 3 in the general area of Heibong Pokpi. KCP-MC namely Laishram Birsing alias Bira was arrested along with recovering one 9mm pistol with magazine and four live rounds. Based on information from the apprehended cadre, another operation was launched in general area of Langjing leading to the arrest of an armed cadre of PLA identified as Konjengbam Bisojit alias Kunja Singh and recovery of one 9mm pistol, one
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The Sentinel reports that the newly formed Bru National Army (BNA) stands neutralized with the arrests of top leadership during the wee hours of May 4 from village Kholakhal in Cachar District of South Assam. Based on specific input, Security Forces
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The Sentinel reports that the newly formed Bru National Army (BNA) stands neutralized with the arrests of top leadership during the wee hours of May 4 from village Kholakhal in Cachar District of South Assam. Based on specific input, Security Forces launched operation, named “Op Sickle”, on the night of May 3, 2014. The operation led to the arrests of BNA ‘chief’ Oranjoy alias Lal Thazuala, 'general secretary' Rajesh Chorkhi, Luarjoy Reang and Bailoram Reang. They are residents of Mizoram and Assam. The Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) was launched in a remote village of Kulichara forest in the night of May 3 and 4. On search of the area, large quantity of arms and ammunition were recovered which included four AK–47 rifles, six AK magazines, 122 rounds of AK–47, two –12 Bore Double barrel guns, three– 12 Bore Single barrel guns, one 9 mm Country made Pistol, four 9 mm ball rounds, one BNA accounting and extortion diary, four Mobile Phones and other war like stores
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May - 4 
Explosive materials were seized by Border Security Force (BSF) personnel from secret dumps of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in the Lamtaput block of Koraput District in south Odisha on May 4, reports The Hindu. According to Koraput Sup
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Explosive materials were seized by Border Security Force (BSF) personnel from secret dumps of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in the Lamtaput block of Koraput District in south Odisha on May 4, reports The Hindu. According to Koraput Superintendent of Police (SP) Awinash Kumar, the seized materials included over 100 detonators and banners of Maoists. But details regarding the seizure were awaited as the security personnel had not returned from the remote area where the seizure took place.
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May - 4 
Further, a militant of KCP-KK Nganba faction, identified as Paonam Ricky alias Sana alias Tutu was arrested by a commando unit of Bishnupur District Police while conducting a search operation at Keinou Bazar on May 4. One demand letter of the KCP and
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Further, a militant of KCP-KK Nganba faction, identified as Paonam Ricky alias Sana alias Tutu was arrested by a commando unit of Bishnupur District Police while conducting a search operation at Keinou Bazar on May 4. One demand letter of the KCP and one mobile phone handset with SIM card were seized from his possession.
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May - 4 
Further, the State government decided to hand over the investigation to the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said, “Let the NIA investigate who is involved… I want to coordinate with neighbouring Bhutan as the militants
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Further, the State government decided to hand over the investigation to the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said, “Let the NIA investigate who is involved… I want to coordinate with neighbouring Bhutan as the militants may hide there after committing the crime. If the NIA comes then that can be done.”
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May - 4 
In a follow up action, another cadre of the same outfit, identified as Taorem Gourashyam Meitei alias Ranjit (28) was arrested from Thangmeiband near THAU ground.
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In a follow up action, another cadre of the same outfit, identified as Taorem Gourashyam Meitei alias Ranjit (28) was arrested from Thangmeiband near THAU ground.
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May - 4 
Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative, Asraf Ali, who was arrested from Cuddalore District of Tamil Nadu on May 1, was the main source of setting up IM modules in western Rajasthan, Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) investigations have revealed, reports Deccan H
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Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative, Asraf Ali, who was arrested from Cuddalore District of Tamil Nadu on May 1, was the main source of setting up IM modules in western Rajasthan, Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) investigations have revealed, reports Deccan Herald on May 5. Security agencies said that the decision to set up an IM module and sleeper cells in Rajasthan was taken way back in 2011 on the directions of Pakistan-based Riyaz Bhatkal, who is wanted by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Asraf, along with two others, Maroof and Barqat, was arrested a month back by the Police. They were reportedly working together to raise more modules in the state.
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May - 4 
Meanwhile, Union Minister of Home Affairs (MHA) Sushilkumar Shinde said on April 4, "During the last few days, there have been wanton acts of depredation leading to the deaths of 32 persons, mainly women and children. Out of these 32 persons, 31 belo
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Meanwhile, Union Minister of Home Affairs (MHA) Sushilkumar Shinde said on April 4, "During the last few days, there have been wanton acts of depredation leading to the deaths of 32 persons, mainly women and children. Out of these 32 persons, 31 belonged to minority community. The objective of this group seems to be aimed at starting a full fledged communal conflagration," reports Times of India. "It is noteworthy that these acts (of violence in Kokrajhar and Baksa regions of Assam) started only after the group started steadily losing its cadres either by surrender or elimination during operations when they opened fire on the forces," Shinde said, without naming the "group", the Songbijit faction of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS). He added that the MHA had already deployed 43 companies of Central Forces and was in the process of sending an additional 1,000 personnel. In addition, he noted, 1,500 soldiers of the Army had been positioned in the violence-hit areas. "These numbers are not fixed and can be increased as per requirement," he said
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Nagaland Post on May 4 reports that a combined team from Patsoi, Singjamei and Churachandpur Police stations conducted earth excavating work at Ngloi hills near Mata Lambulane in Churachandpur District, a place located near a Assam Rifles post where
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Nagaland Post on May 4 reports that a combined team from Patsoi, Singjamei and Churachandpur Police stations conducted earth excavating work at Ngloi hills near Mata Lambulane in Churachandpur District, a place located near a Assam Rifles post where cadres of KCP-Nongdrenkhomba faction had stayed for sometime after the faction entered into a tripartite suspension of operation with the Centre and state government. A piece of bone and some clothing suspected to be belonged to the missing cadre, Laiphrakpam Roshan aka Gopen has been recovered.
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May - 4 
Pakistani Army on May 4 violated ceasefire and resorted to unprovoked firing on Indian posts at Deri Dabsi along the Line of Control (LoC) in Mendhar Sector of Poonch District, reports Daily Excelsior.
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Pakistani Army on May 4 violated ceasefire and resorted to unprovoked firing on Indian posts at Deri Dabsi along the Line of Control (LoC) in Mendhar Sector of Poonch District, reports Daily Excelsior.
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May - 4 
Security Forces (SFs) on May 4 recovered huge cache of arms and ammunition from Gubrinala forest area of Bandipora District, reports Daily Excelsior. During the search a cache of arms and ammunition which included 8 Chinese pistols, 8 magazines and 3
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Security Forces (SFs) on May 4 recovered huge cache of arms and ammunition from Gubrinala forest area of Bandipora District, reports Daily Excelsior. During the search a cache of arms and ammunition which included 8 Chinese pistols, 8 magazines and 32 pistol rounds were recovered.
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May - 4 
The Hindu reports that three militants belonging to IK Songbijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) militants were killed in two separate encounters with a joint team of the Police; the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF); an
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The Hindu reports that three militants belonging to IK Songbijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) militants were killed in two separate encounters with a joint team of the Police; the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF); and the Army, on May 4 in Sonitpur and Udalguri Districts.
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May - 4 
The May 1 twin blasts aboard the Bangalore-Guwahati Express at Chennai Central railway station was most likely masterminded by a group from outside Tamil Nadu, said investigators who grilled Al-Umma operatives and some others, reports The Times of In
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The May 1 twin blasts aboard the Bangalore-Guwahati Express at Chennai Central railway station was most likely masterminded by a group from outside Tamil Nadu, said investigators who grilled Al-Umma operatives and some others, reports The Times of India on May 5. This strengthens the suspicion on Indian Mujahideen (IM) which has sleeper cells in Karnataka though investigators don't rule out the involvement of some other extremist group. A CB-CID source said a team interrogated Al-Umma activists Panna Ismail, 'Police' Fakrudeen and Bilal Malik who are in Vellore jail. "We have made inquiries with a few more prisoners who have a history of bomb-making," said the source, adding, "We infer that local groups didn't have a direct role in Thursday's act of terror." Preliminary forensic reports have pointed to the use of ammonium nitrate and nitro toluene, along with sulphur as the base materials. They also used metal balls and nails as shrapnel. "Such bombs are used by members of Indian Mujahideen. A National Security Group (NSG) team has also confirmed the similarities of materials used here and in the Patna blasts reported on October 27 last year during a BJP rally in Bihar. Experts also point out that Al-Umma attacks are usually targeted at some leader or a specific person rather than the public," a source said. As reported earlier, one passenger, identified as Swathi died and nine others were injured in the blast on May 1.
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May - 4 
The NDFB-IKS, meanwhile, has denied its involvement in the violence, claiming it was “a political conspiracy by the Assam government to trigger clashes between two communities.” A press statement by NDFB’s ‘Secretary (Information and Publicity Wing)’
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The NDFB-IKS, meanwhile, has denied its involvement in the violence, claiming it was “a political conspiracy by the Assam government to trigger clashes between two communities.” A press statement by NDFB’s ‘Secretary (Information and Publicity Wing)’, N.E. Esara, said: “We ask the Assam government and its officials to stay away from such accusation without the slightest justification.”
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May - 4 
The Times of India reports on May 5 that, condemning the killing of innocent villagers in Bodoland Territorial Areas District (BTAD), people from different walks of life have advocated seizure of illegal arms in the region. Even Assam governor JB Pat
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The Times of India reports on May 5 that, condemning the killing of innocent villagers in Bodoland Territorial Areas District (BTAD), people from different walks of life have advocated seizure of illegal arms in the region. Even Assam governor JB Patnaik has asked the State Government to seize illegal arms in the BTAD region. On May 3, the governor said house-to-house search should be conducted to bring an end to this problem. A senior police official said more than 100 illegal arms have been seized in BTAD during the time of elections. He added that since January 2014, 42 militants of IKS faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) have laid down their arms, while 18 others have been killed in encounters by police and the Army. According to sources, there are around 200 members of NDFB-IKS active in BTAD at present. "The arms which are available in BTAD have led to these killings. This is a very unfortunate incident and we condemn it. We have been appealing to the state government for seizure of all the illegal arms at the earliest, but there is no action from the authorities concerned," said Aditya Khaklari, general secretary of All Assam Tribal Sangha (AATS).
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May - 5 
A security system has been put in place and Coastal Security Group (CSG) deployed off Rameswaram to completely block infiltration through sea, Zee News reports on May 6. Jyoti Basu, in-charge of CSG, Rameswaram said, "Coastal Security Group has be
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A security system has been put in place and Coastal Security Group (CSG) deployed off Rameswaram to completely block infiltration through sea, Zee News reports on May 6. Jyoti Basu, in-charge of CSG, Rameswaram said, "Coastal Security Group has been deployed in the area after police received information that ISI agents could infiltrate India from Sri lanka via Palk Straits. A new security system has been put in place to totally prevent infiltration." Basu said Police had also conducted a thorough search of 21 islands dotting Palk Straits to ascertain if 'outsiders' were camping there and to seize weapons and bombs, if any.
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May - 5 
A Delhi court on May 5 kept its order pending over NIA Hyderabad's application seeking a three-day transit remand of Indian Mujahideen (IM) operatives Tehsin Akhtar and Zia-ur-Rehman alias Waqas in connection with the Dilsukhnagar blast in February
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A Delhi court on May 5 kept its order pending over NIA Hyderabad's application seeking a three-day transit remand of Indian Mujahideen (IM) operatives Tehsin Akhtar and Zia-ur-Rehman alias Waqas in connection with the Dilsukhnagar blast in February 21, 2013, reports Zee News. Tehsin and Waqas, along with other alleged IM operatives, Mohd Maroof, Wakar Azhar and Mohd Saqib Ansari, were arrested by the Special Cell in March 23, 2013.
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May - 5 
Students’ Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) activist Gulrez Mustafa has been sent to jail till May 13, reports FreepressJournal on May 6. He was produced in the court after his Police remand expired on May 5. Anti-terrorist Squad (ATS) had arrested
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Students’ Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) activist Gulrez Mustafa has been sent to jail till May 13, reports FreepressJournal on May 6. He was produced in the court after his Police remand expired on May 5. Anti-terrorist Squad (ATS) had arrested SIMI operative Gulrez Mustafa from Bhopal railway station on April 27, 2014 when Faisal, another SIMI man, was brought to Bhopal from Delhi. Mustafa had come to the railway station to meet Faisal. Action against Mustafa, a resident of Choti Gwaltoli locality of Indore, who was on the ATS radar for long, was taken on the basis of intelligence inputs. Gulrez is believed to have helped terror suspect Abu Faisal alias doctor to go to Mahidpur via Indore after he escaped from the Khandwa jail on October 1, 2013. In December last year, the ATS had nabbed Faisal and two of his accomplices on December 24, 2013. Carrying a reward of INR 15,000 on his head, Gulrez was on the run and was arrested with Faisal in 2007 from a hotel in Indore.
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May - 5 
A Sub-Inspector of Police (SI), identified as Gaisilat M Kisko was critically injured in a gun battle that took place between the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and Special Operation Group (SOG) personnel in a forest area near Mo
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A Sub-Inspector of Police (SI), identified as Gaisilat M Kisko was critically injured in a gun battle that took place between the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and Special Operation Group (SOG) personnel in a forest area near Mohanpalli under the Jharbandh Police limits in Bargarh District in the night of May 5, reports The Pioneer. On a tipoff, the SOG personnel and the Police began a joint combing operation led by Kisko in the forest in the afternoon to arrest the Maoists. While the operation was underway, the Maoists opened fire at the security personnel in which he was seriously injured.
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May - 5 
Also, Mumabi Anti-terrorist Squad (ATS) too moved the court seeking custody of the two but NIA Special Judge IS Mehta kept its application pending even as the sessions court sent them to judicial custody till May 19 on a plea by Delhi Police Special
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Also, Mumabi Anti-terrorist Squad (ATS) too moved the court seeking custody of the two but NIA Special Judge IS Mehta kept its application pending even as the sessions court sent them to judicial custody till May 19 on a plea by Delhi Police Special Cell.
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May - 5 
Army on May 5 recovered seven Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) in the frontier area of Tangdhar in Kupwara District, reports Daily Excelsior.
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Army on May 5 recovered seven Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) in the frontier area of Tangdhar in Kupwara District, reports Daily Excelsior.
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May - 5 
Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi had on May 5, turned down the demand to arm those affected by violence in BTAD for self-defence, following strong opposition from Bodo and non-Bodo organisations
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Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi had on May 5, turned down the demand to arm those affected by violence in BTAD for self-defence, following strong opposition from Bodo and non-Bodo organisations
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May - 5 
Assam Tribune reports on May 6 that Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi has assured a delegation of the Sanmilita Janagosthi Aikya Mancha (SJAM) the Government would take immediate steps to seize all illegal weapons. He further said that he has requeste
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Assam Tribune reports on May 6 that Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi has assured a delegation of the Sanmilita Janagosthi Aikya Mancha (SJAM) the Government would take immediate steps to seize all illegal weapons. He further said that he has requested the Government of India (GoI) not to withdraw para-military forces from the State and to station them for a longer period to instill confidence among the people.
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May - 5 
In a separate incident, at least three persons were arrested in Baramulla District for pasting election boycott posters in the region which also saw protests against the Indian Army over the alleged detention of a youth, reports Kashmir Dispatch on M
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In a separate incident, at least three persons were arrested in Baramulla District for pasting election boycott posters in the region which also saw protests against the Indian Army over the alleged detention of a youth, reports Kashmir Dispatch on May 6. Scores of protesters blocked Srinagar-Muzafarabad highway near Singhpora-Pattan on May 5 after Army arrested a youth on charges of stone-pelting.
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May - 5 
In related news Telegraph India on May 6 reports that few incidents of violence were reported during the bandh in Assam. The bandh paralysed life in Dhubri, Goalpara, Barpeta, Dibrugarh and Cachar Districts with most shops, educational institutions a
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In related news Telegraph India on May 6 reports that few incidents of violence were reported during the bandh in Assam. The bandh paralysed life in Dhubri, Goalpara, Barpeta, Dibrugarh and Cachar Districts with most shops, educational institutions and business establishments remaining shut. Its effect was partial in Bongaigaon and the Upper Assam Districts of Jorhat, Sivasagar and Golaghat with only a few shops and educational institutions remaining closed.
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May - 5 
Meanwhile, another suspected IM operative Imteyaz Alam, who was also accused in the Patna blasts in October 27, 2013, has been remanded in 14 days of judicial custody in connection with a case of allegedly setting up an illegal arms factory. Alam, wh
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Meanwhile, another suspected IM operative Imteyaz Alam, who was also accused in the Patna blasts in October 27, 2013, has been remanded in 14 days of judicial custody in connection with a case of allegedly setting up an illegal arms factory. Alam, who was allegedly instrumental in triggering the October 27, 2013 Patna blasts at Gandhi Maidan where Bharatiya Janta Party's (BJP) Prime Ministerial candidate Narendra Modi was scheduled to address an election rally, was produced before the court after expiry of his custody with Delhi police special cell.
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May - 5 
Meanwhile, Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police on May 5 arrested two Over Ground Workers (OWGs) of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) who were involved in the killing of People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Sarpanch’s father, Ghulam Muhammad Dar in Dogripora village of
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Meanwhile, Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police on May 5 arrested two Over Ground Workers (OWGs) of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) who were involved in the killing of People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Sarpanch’s father, Ghulam Muhammad Dar in Dogripora village of Awantipora area in Pulwama District on March 9, 2014, reports Daily Excelsior. The duo has been identified as Ishfaq Ahmed Dar son of Abdul Hameed, and Lateef Ahmed Dar son of Ghulam Hassan. Police recovered a Chinese pistol and seven live rounds from the possession of these two OGWs.
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May - 5 
Security operations against the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) are being carried out for the past four days with the support of Nayagarh District Police, especially in Harbhanga Police Station area, reports The Hindu on May 6. The opera
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Security operations against the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) are being carried out for the past four days with the support of Nayagarh District Police, especially in Harbhanga Police Station area, reports The Hindu on May 6. The operation continued in Gania, Banigochha of adjoining Nayagarh District. The CPI-Maoist allegedly is trying to use strategically located Boudh District as a buffer or transit zone to extend their nefarious activities in the State. Boudh District is surrounded by Kandhamal, Nayagarh, Angul, Subarnapur, Sambalpur and Bolangir Districts. All these six Districts have Maoist presence. Most important is that Boudh District is the link between western and southern parts of Odisha.
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May - 5 
Sentinel Assam on May 6 reports that an individual was arrested at Marwaripatty, near Nagon. A 9mm Pistol and two live ammunitions were recovered from him.
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Sentinel Assam on May 6 reports that an individual was arrested at Marwaripatty, near Nagon. A 9mm Pistol and two live ammunitions were recovered from him.
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May - 5 
Sentinel Assam on May 6 reports that the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) chief Hagrama Mohilary, who is also president of Bodoland Peoples’ front (BPF) has opposed the matter of providing legal licensed arms to the common public of BTAD region. He
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Sentinel Assam on May 6 reports that the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) chief Hagrama Mohilary, who is also president of Bodoland Peoples’ front (BPF) has opposed the matter of providing legal licensed arms to the common public of BTAD region. He stated that giving arms to common public would create more violence in the region and if the government gives arms to public then the reality of the failure of security arrangement would come in light. He also mentioned that it is not acceptable for the public as well. Meanwhile, All Bodo Students’ Union (ABSU) also opposed providing legal arms to the public of BTAD. Promod Boro President of ABSU said that the idea of providing legal arms to the public in BTAD for their life security is very unfortunate and that the government has not been able to control extremist activities in the region.
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May - 5 
Sentinel Assam on May 6 reports that the Meghalaya Police have registered a case against Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) publicity secretary, Sainkupar Nongtraw for threatening Superintendent of Police (SP) Vivek Syiem through an e–mai
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Sentinel Assam on May 6 reports that the Meghalaya Police have registered a case against Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) publicity secretary, Sainkupar Nongtraw for threatening Superintendent of Police (SP) Vivek Syiem through an e–mail statement. In an email sent on May 4 Sainkupar Nongtraw accused Syiem of being more interested in providing security to Nepalese foreign nationals in areas infested by them but police failed to provide security to the Hynniewtrep people residing in Langpih.
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Sentinel Assam reports on May 6 that one more body was recovered at Joypurghat in Baksa District’s Narayanguri on May 5 taking the total death to 33 in Bodoland Territorial Area District (BTAD) violence. Meanwhile Security Forces (SFs) have been dire
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Sentinel Assam reports on May 6 that one more body was recovered at Joypurghat in Baksa District’s Narayanguri on May 5 taking the total death to 33 in Bodoland Territorial Area District (BTAD) violence. Meanwhile Security Forces (SFs) have been directed to launch an intensive drive for recovery of illegal weapons with the assistance of Army in Baksa and Kokrajhar Districts. The Assam Government has decided to institute a judicial inquiry to probe into the sudden eruption of violence in BTAD. The decision to institute a judicial inquiry was taken at a security meeting held in Dispur on May 5.
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Separately, taking strong cognizance of the four-day office picketing call by the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC), the State Government on May 5, appealed the public in general and Government employees in particular to refrain from pay
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Separately, taking strong cognizance of the four-day office picketing call by the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC), the State Government on May 5, appealed the public in general and Government employees in particular to refrain from paying heed to this unreasonable call and to carry on with their daily activities without any fear or apprehension of reprisals, reports The Shillong Times. HNLC has called a shutdown in Government offices on May 8, 9, 12 and 13 if arrested Hynniewtred A'chic National Movement (HANM) 'president' Lamphrang Kharbani and four others are not released immediately. HNLC 'publicity secretary' Sainkupar Nongtraw had earlier said the Police should release the arrested persons unconditionally.
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The Assam Tribune on May 6 reports that the law and order situation is continuing to improve in Districts of Baksa and Kokrajhar. No incident of violence has been reported for last 72 hours. Meanwhile the twelve hour Bandhs called by Muslim Students’
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The Assam Tribune on May 6 reports that the law and order situation is continuing to improve in Districts of Baksa and Kokrajhar. No incident of violence has been reported for last 72 hours. Meanwhile the twelve hour Bandhs called by Muslim Students’ Union of Assam (MUSA) and by a conglomerate of 25 organisations in Cachar district to protest the recent killings in BTAD brought life to a standstill in Assam.
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed two persons including a Sarpanch (head of Panchayat, village level local self-government institution) in two separate incidents in Dantewada District, Police said on May 5, reports The Pi
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed two persons including a Sarpanch (head of Panchayat, village level local self-government institution) in two separate incidents in Dantewada District, Police said on May 5, reports The Pioneer. Police officials said that a group of armed Maoists raided Tikanpal village in the night of May 4 and took a few people as hostages. They took them to a nearby place and assaulted them so severely that one of them died. The person died is identified as Ayatu Budu. Other two persons sustained critical injuries. In the other incident the Maoists raided Kaurgaon village under Bangpal Police Station and dragged Sarpanch Mani Ram from his home and took him to the nearby forest. After killing him with a sharp weapon, the Maoists threw his body on the road.
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The Kerala Police on May 5 asserted that Indian Mujahideen (IM) operatives Zia-ur-Rehman alias Waqas and Tehseen Akhtar, who stayed in Munnar from September to November 2013, didn't get more local help than what was found earlier, reports English.Man
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The Kerala Police on May 5 asserted that Indian Mujahideen (IM) operatives Zia-ur-Rehman alias Waqas and Tehseen Akhtar, who stayed in Munnar from September to November 2013, didn't get more local help than what was found earlier, reports English.Manoramaonline.com. The state police announced calling off their investigation and said that the youngster whose SIM card to Waqas was using had no connection with terrorism.
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The Sangai Express on May 6 reports that shots were fired by armed men at a railway construction site in under Nungba police station in Tamenglong District and injured a truck driver. Meanwhile Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) on May 5 denied any relat
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The Sangai Express on May 6 reports that shots were fired by armed men at a railway construction site in under Nungba police station in Tamenglong District and injured a truck driver. Meanwhile Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) on May 5 denied any relation with Sanjoy Shahu and Mohammed Ayub Khan, who were arrested on May 1 by Imphal West commandos.
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The Sentinel reports on May 6 that in the wake of allegations levelled by Minister Siddique Ahmed and a whole lot of non–Bodo organizations that the BPF was behind the recent violence in the BTAD, and the demand that BPF leader Pramila Rani Brahma sh
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The Sentinel reports on May 6 that in the wake of allegations levelled by Minister Siddique Ahmed and a whole lot of non–Bodo organizations that the BPF was behind the recent violence in the BTAD, and the demand that BPF leader Pramila Rani Brahma should be booked for her controversial statement, the BPF, on May 5, counter–attacked Ahmed and organizations that had blamed the party for the recent violence. BPF Member of Parliament P (Rajya Sabha) Biswajit Daimary said, ‘‘Siddique Ahmed is trying to exploit Muslim sentiment, adding, ‘‘Behind the BTAD violence, external forces have been at work. We welcome the investigation to be conducted by the NIA. Some organizations are blaming the BPF because of the fear that the NIA investigation will reveal the whole truth.’’
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The Shilling Times reports on May 7 that the recovery of a body of a Bangladeshi national from Meghalaya territory has compelled the Border Security Force (BSF) and Border Guards Bangladesh (BGB) to hold a flag meeting to douse any flare up on the vo
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The Shilling Times reports on May 7 that the recovery of a body of a Bangladeshi national from Meghalaya territory has compelled the Border Security Force (BSF) and Border Guards Bangladesh (BGB) to hold a flag meeting to douse any flare up on the volatile international border. According to delayed reports, the decomposed body of a Bangladeshi national was recovered from a forest near the Indo-Bangladesh border at Rasnagre village in South Garo Hills on April 23.
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The Shillong Times reports on May 6 that four people were injured in police firing in Assam’s Nagaon District on a mob protesting against BTAD violence during the 12-hour state-wide bandh on May 5. The Police fired on the mob at Doboka area when supp
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The Shillong Times reports on May 6 that four people were injured in police firing in Assam’s Nagaon District on a mob protesting against BTAD violence during the 12-hour state-wide bandh on May 5. The Police fired on the mob at Doboka area when supporters of Muslim Students Union, which had called the bandh, attacked and threw stones at them when asked to withdraw the road blocks.
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The Shillong Times reports on May 6 that six women workers were injured on May 5 when a bomb exploded in a stone crushing factory in Thoubal Kiyam Siphai area in the Thoubal District of Manipur. Although it is not clear who is responsible for the bla
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The Shillong Times reports on May 6 that six women workers were injured on May 5 when a bomb exploded in a stone crushing factory in Thoubal Kiyam Siphai area in the Thoubal District of Manipur. Although it is not clear who is responsible for the blast, the militants who demanded money from the owner is said to be behind the blast. No militant group has claimed responsibility for the attack.
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The Shillong Times reports on May 6 that the 13 pro-Inner Line Permit (ILP) pressure groups have given one-week deadline to the Meghalaya Government for the unconditional release of three NGOs members who were arrested during the ILP agitations in th
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The Shillong Times reports on May 6 that the 13 pro-Inner Line Permit (ILP) pressure groups have given one-week deadline to the Meghalaya Government for the unconditional release of three NGOs members who were arrested during the ILP agitations in the later part of 2013. The arrested members are Khasi Students Union (KSU) activists Johny Sohkhlet and Readytonstone Nongrum and Hynniewtrep National Youth Front (HNYF) member Everson Syngkon. They have been booked under the Meghalaya Prevention Detention Act (MPDA). “Chief Minister Mukul Sangma had assured that the Government would consider the demand to release them from jail during the recent second round meeting to deliberate on the issue of influx,” The Federation of Khasi, Jaintia and Garo People (FKJGP) ‘president’ Joe Marwein informed after a meeting of the 13 pressure groups on May 5.
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The Shillong Times reports that the Centre, on May 5, said no restriction has been imposed on the top leadership of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) on participating in any meeting of Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR). O
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The Shillong Times reports that the Centre, on May 5, said no restriction has been imposed on the top leadership of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) on participating in any meeting of Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR). On FNR’s allegation that the Centre did not permit the NSCN-IM leadership to participate in the meeting in Kolkata (West Bengal), a Home Ministry official (MHA) said, “It is clarified that no request for travel either from NSCN (IM) or the state government was ever received by the Home Ministry. Hence the question of denial of permission does not arise”. The Home Ministry clarified that it has never imposed any restriction in travel of NSCN (IM) chairman Isak Chishi Swu and general secretary Th Muivah. In its efforts to bring permanent peace in Nagaland, the FNR has facilitated a series of formal and informal meetings among the leaders of various Naga groups. A five-day meeting was organised in Kolkata from April 29 to May 3, with the intent to engage and explore creative atmosphere in Nagaland.
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The Tamil Nadu Police on May 5 told at a metropolitan magistrate court in Egmore, Chennai that suspected Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agent Sakir Hussian, a Sri Lankan national, arrested from Chennai was working on a plan to sabotage
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The Tamil Nadu Police on May 5 told at a metropolitan magistrate court in Egmore, Chennai that suspected Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agent Sakir Hussian, a Sri Lankan national, arrested from Chennai was working on a plan to sabotage the Indian Navy bases at Kochi and Visakhapatnam, reports Deccan Chronicle. Meanwhile, court on May 5 remanded Sakir Hussain to three days Police custody, reports The Times of India.
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The Telegraph reports on May 6 that Dispur has requisitioned National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel to carry out a search operation in the Beki river for missing persons after the violence at Narayanguri and Khagrabari in Baksa District si
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The Telegraph reports on May 6 that Dispur has requisitioned National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel to carry out a search operation in the Beki river for missing persons after the violence at Narayanguri and Khagrabari in Baksa District since May 1. Baksa deputy commissioner Vinod Seshan told The Telegraph on May 6 that a search and rescue team of the NDRF’s first battalion is on its way from Guwahati and they will launch a full-fledged search operation in the river from morning of May 7 (today). Additional Director-General of Police (law and order), A. P. Raut, said 15 people are still missing from the area. It is suspected that these persons could have drowned in the river while attempting to escape the attackers. The deputy commissioner said normality is returning to Baksa District as no fresh incidents of violence have been reported from any part of the District in the last 90 hours. A relief camp has been set up at Gobardhana where around 500 people are taking shelter. “We are providing them food and other necessary items,” Seshan said.
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The Uttarakhand Police arrested four alleged Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) supporters for threatening villagers not to vote in Almora District on May 5, reports The Times of India. Acting on a tip-off, the Almora Police and a special o
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The Uttarakhand Police arrested four alleged Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) supporters for threatening villagers not to vote in Almora District on May 5, reports The Times of India. Acting on a tip-off, the Almora Police and a special operation group raided a house in Patiya village and arrested Revolutionary Democratic Front's Uttarakhand president Jeevan Chandra, Govind Ram, Jagdish Ram and Diwan Singh. According to the Police, the Maoist supporters put up posters demanding cancellation of non-bailable warrants against Maoist leaders Kheem Singh Bora and Devendra Chamyal. Printed in red ink, the posters also called for a complete boycott of the Lok Sabha elections and said "it is not a democracy but a lootocracy". Inciting pamphlets, posters and pro-Maoist reading material was recovered from their possession.
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Times Of India on May 6 reports that the National Investigation Agency (NIA) is likely to sit for a detailed discussion with the state home department in Dispur and draw up a strategy to probe the recent violence in Assam. In response to the request
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Times Of India on May 6 reports that the National Investigation Agency (NIA) is likely to sit for a detailed discussion with the state home department in Dispur and draw up a strategy to probe the recent violence in Assam. In response to the request of the State Government, a senior officer of the NIA arrived in Assam on May 5 to finalise the modalities of taking over the investigation. In related news Times of India reports that 26 people including five forest officials have been arrested in connection with the massacre from Narayanguri. Police officials stated that "Empty cartridges of forest department sanctioned rifles and mobile phones were recovered from the villages where the attack took place. The villages are located on the edge of Manas National Park. Preliminary investigations revealed that some of forest volunteers were former militants and still had connections with Bodo ultras."
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May - 5 
Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, allegedly involved in the killing of Pakur Superintendent of Police (SP) Amarjit Balihar and four others in Pakur District in July 2, 2013, were arrested from Kathikund Police Station area of D
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Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, allegedly involved in the killing of Pakur Superintendent of Police (SP) Amarjit Balihar and four others in Pakur District in July 2, 2013, were arrested from Kathikund Police Station area of Dumka District on May 5, reports The Telegraph. Acting on a tip-off, the Police conducted a raid and arrested the duo with similar name Emanuel Murmu (29 and 25 years) belonging to different villages, Chaudhar and Gandhichak in Kathikund Police Station area, Police said.
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May - 6 
Meanwhile, despite opposition from several quarters, the State Government has given its nod to setting up of two official camps for ANVC-B, one in West Khasi Hills and another in North Garo Hills, reports The Shillong Times on May 7. A Home depart
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Meanwhile, despite opposition from several quarters, the State Government has given its nod to setting up of two official camps for ANVC-B, one in West Khasi Hills and another in North Garo Hills, reports The Shillong Times on May 7. A Home department official said on May 5, that since many ANVC-B cadres hail from West Khasi Hills, the Government has allowed setting up of a camp in that district as it would prove to be ‘conducive for the cadres’. Justifying the decision to set up the second camp in North Garo Hills, the official said that since many ANVC-B cadres hailed from Assam, the location was ideal.
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May - 6 
Army foiled an infiltration attempt by a group of three to four militants along the Line of Control (LoC) in forward area of Peeli in MendharSector of Poonch District on May 6 even as Pakistani troops violated ceasefire by giving covering fire to
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Army foiled an infiltration attempt by a group of three to four militants along the Line of Control (LoC) in forward area of Peeli in MendharSector of Poonch District on May 6 even as Pakistani troops violated ceasefire by giving covering fire to the infiltrators, reports Daily Excelsior. Army spokesman Col Manish Mehta said Pakistan Army violated ceasefire at 11.30 pm by resorting to firing with automatic weapons. “Our troops retaliated with similar caliber weapons. No damage or casualties were reported on the India side,’’ Col Mehta added.
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A suspected Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative, identified as Ammar Yasir was arrested on May 6 from Bihar, reports The Times of India. Doctor Ravi, Superintendant of Police-ATS (Anti-Terrorist Squad), Rajasthan Police, confirmed the arrest and said th
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A suspected Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative, identified as Ammar Yasir was arrested on May 6 from Bihar, reports The Times of India. Doctor Ravi, Superintendant of Police-ATS (Anti-Terrorist Squad), Rajasthan Police, confirmed the arrest and said that he was being interrogated for details. "He was a part of the group of arrested students indoctrinated by the IM ideologues," Ravi said. Ammar was earlier questioned by intelligence agencies and Special Cell in Delhi in March, 2014 but was let off after protests and intervention of Congress Member of Parliament (MP) Sandeep Dixit and Okhla Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Asif Khan. "Yasir was not only in touch with Mahruf, an engineering student from VIT in Jaipur; Waqar Azhar, a student of Global Institute of Technology in Jaipur; and Shaquib Ansari who runs a business in Jodhpur," said an officer adding that Yasir had allegedly taken a ledge along with other operatives to wage war against the nation and take revenge of the Gopalgarh riots.
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May - 6 
Also, for the introduction of a system of spot verification of people entering Meghalaya, as demanded by the 13 pro-ILP pressure groups, it would be necessary to create an Influx Control Protocol (ICP) through an amendment of the Constitution, lawyer
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Also, for the introduction of a system of spot verification of people entering Meghalaya, as demanded by the 13 pro-ILP pressure groups, it would be necessary to create an Influx Control Protocol (ICP) through an amendment of the Constitution, lawyer Erwin K. Syiem Sutnga has said in a letter addressed to Chief Minister Mukul Sangma, reports The Shillong Times on May 6.
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May - 6 
An anti-Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) operation was conducted in Saranda forests in West Singhbhum District on May 6, amid reports that a Maoist group had sneaked into the sal reserve, reports The Telegraph. A joint team of Police and
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An anti-Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) operation was conducted in Saranda forests in West Singhbhum District on May 6, amid reports that a Maoist group had sneaked into the sal reserve, reports The Telegraph. A joint team of Police and paramilitary personnel scoured and sanitised a section of the dense jungles that fall under Saranda forest division to ensure smooth passage for Director General of Police (DGP) Rajeev Kumar, who was visiting Mahadevsal in Manoharpur block for a janta durbar. The operation was concentrated on Jeraikela, which is 45 kilometres from Mahadevsal, and Manoharpur with the security personnel conducting an area-domination exercise through long-range patrolling.
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May - 6 
Death toll in the Bodoland Territorial Area Districts (BTAD) violence has gone up to 39 with seven more bodies being recovered from near the Beki River in Baksa District during the last 12 hours, The Assam Tribune reports on May 7. So far, 32 bodies
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Death toll in the Bodoland Territorial Area Districts (BTAD) violence has gone up to 39 with seven more bodies being recovered from near the Beki River in Baksa District during the last 12 hours, The Assam Tribune reports on May 7. So far, 32 bodies have been recovered in Baksa, while the remaining seven were recovered in Kokrajhar, Inspector General of Police (BTAD) LR Bishnoi said.
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May - 6 
forces from Naxal (Left Wing Extremism) violence-hit areas since the announcement of Lok Sabha polls on March 5, reports Zee News. The maximum of these IEDs and ammunition, meant for use against security forces and poll officials, have been recovered
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forces from Naxal (Left Wing Extremism) violence-hit areas since the announcement of Lok Sabha polls on March 5, reports Zee News. The maximum of these IEDs and ammunition, meant for use against security forces and poll officials, have been recovered by paramilitary Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) from Naxal-affected areas of Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra and Odisha. According to an official report, a maximum of 61 IEDs were recovered from Bihar, 34 from Jharkhand, 26 from Chhattisgarh and nine from Odisha till April 30. The total number of these locally-made IEDs stood at 130. 750 kgs of explosives were seized from Bihar, 53 kgs from Jharkhand, 0.5 kg from Chhattisgarh and 3.8 kgs from Odisha, taking the total to 806.92 kgs during the period between March 5 and April 30. During the same period, 10 IED explosions took place in Bihar, six in Jharkhand and 13 in Chhattisgarh. The maximum casualty for the CRPF took place in the Bastar area of Chhattisgarh where 22 personnel were killed while 16 were injured in separate incidents. Five CRPF men were also killed in Bihar while seven were injured in the same state while on poll duty. A total of 59 arms were also recovered during the same period from Bihar (11), Jharkhand (26), Chhattisgarh (15), Odisha (5) and Maharashtra (1). Similarly, a total of 546 rounds of ammunition was found by the paramilitary force from these states with the maximum being detected in Jharkhand (446), Bihar (50), Chhattisgarh (37) and Odisha (13). Till now, 53 encounters have taken place between CRPF and Naxals/insurgents in these areas with the highest number of such incidents being reported in Chhattisgarh (34), Jharkhand (11), Bihar (4) and Odisha and Maharashtra (two each).
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May - 6 
Four powerful improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted close to a polling station at Government Middle School at Hussaina Raghav village in Bihar's Vaishali District, where polling is scheduled on May 12, were recovered by Bihar Police on May 6, r
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Four powerful improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted close to a polling station at Government Middle School at Hussaina Raghav village in Bihar's Vaishali District, where polling is scheduled on May 12, were recovered by Bihar Police on May 6, reports Hindustantimes. Vaishali Superintendent of Police (SP) Suresh Prasad Chaudhary said the IEDs were kept inside steel cans and planted around 200 metres away from the polling station. Police said the IEDs are suspected to have been planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), who are present in some parts of the District.
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May - 6 
In a separate incident, a blast took place inside a polling station in Watergam village of Sopore area in Baramulla District on May 6, reports ANI News. The polling station is housed in a Government school building. No casualties have been reported f
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In a separate incident, a blast took place inside a polling station in Watergam village of Sopore area in Baramulla District on May 6, reports ANI News. The polling station is housed in a Government school building. No casualties have been reported from the blast site so far.
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In another incident, an Army man, identified as Suresh Kumar of 22 Rashtriya Rifles (RR), was injured in a militant attack in Sopore town on May 6, reports Daily Excelsior.
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In another incident, an Army man, identified as Suresh Kumar of 22 Rashtriya Rifles (RR), was injured in a militant attack in Sopore town on May 6, reports Daily Excelsior.
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In Guwahati, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and Assam Police held a high-level meeting to chalk out a co-ordinated strategy to probe the BTAD killings, The Telegraph reports on May 7. Although the NIA is yet to formally register a case in th
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In Guwahati, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and Assam Police held a high-level meeting to chalk out a co-ordinated strategy to probe the BTAD killings, The Telegraph reports on May 7. Although the NIA is yet to formally register a case in this connection, the Assam government has referred five cases. Police suspect the involvement of the Songbijit faction of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) in the killings. “The support required by the NIA, including logistics and manpower, to carry out the investigation were discussed in the meeting,” a Police official said. A preliminary report about the violence will be submitted, after which the NIA will formally take up the investigation.
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May - 6 
Meanwhile, cadres of Military Faction of Kangleipak Communist Party(KCP-MC) which is a signatory of suspension of operation (SoO) has left their temporary camp in Imphal West after a Police raid on May 6, reports Nagaland Post. This was a part of an
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Meanwhile, cadres of Military Faction of Kangleipak Communist Party(KCP-MC) which is a signatory of suspension of operation (SoO) has left their temporary camp in Imphal West after a Police raid on May 6, reports Nagaland Post. This was a part of an investigation for the missing two cadres of the group who were allegedly killed inside the camp during the last Yaoshang (Holi) festival.
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Meanwhile, Security personnel on May 6 recovered three firearms, 45 rounds of ammunition and a grenade from BTAD.
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Meanwhile, Security personnel on May 6 recovered three firearms, 45 rounds of ammunition and a grenade from BTAD.
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May - 6 
Meanwhile, the Police said the IKS faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) had carried out the massacres in Baska and Korajahar to avenge the killing of three of their cadres in an encounter in Sonitpur District on April 30. Howev
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Meanwhile, the Police said the IKS faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) had carried out the massacres in Baska and Korajahar to avenge the killing of three of their cadres in an encounter in Sonitpur District on April 30. However, the affected people, the All India United Democratic Front, which is the major Opposition party in the State, the Sanmilita Janagosthiya Aikyamancha (SJA) and some of its constituent organisations pointed a finger at the Bodoland People’s Front (BPF), the ruling party in the Bodoland Territorial Administrative District (BTAD). They alleged that the former cadres of the erstwhile Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) had carried out the attacks on Muslim families as a BPF legislator and senior leader, Pramila Rani Brahma, had alleged that the party candidate from the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha constituency, Chandan Brahma, was likely to lose the elections as the majority Muslims had not voted for him. Brahma later withdrew the statement on a party directive. The BPF was formed by former leaders of the erstwhile BLT. The BPF, however, denied any involvement of those cadres and maintained that the massacre of Muslims had nothing to do with the election.
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May - 6 
Separately, following the allegations regarding the alleged killing of two cadres of United Revolutionary Front (URF) inside the URF designated camp and reportedly they were later buried inside the camp located at the 9th Dogra Regiment D-Coy Loitang
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Separately, following the allegations regarding the alleged killing of two cadres of United Revolutionary Front (URF) inside the URF designated camp and reportedly they were later buried inside the camp located at the 9th Dogra Regiment D-Coy Loitang Khunou (Spinning Mill) in North Imphal, a search operation was conducted for the dead bodies by a team of police on May 6, reports The Sangai Express. However, during the search operation, the Police and forensic expert team didn’t recover anything. It may be recalled here that on March 19, 2014, a complaint was lodged at Sekmai police station by the URF regarding the missing of the two URF cadres. The two URF cadres who reportedly went missing on March 18 were identified as Irengbam Bode alias Washington and Pukhrambam Somorjit.
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May - 6 
Separately, NSCN-KK has reaffirmed its previous decision issued on July 27, 2012 pertaining extraction and exploration of oil in the State, reports Nagaland Post on May 7. Ministry of Information and Publicity (MIP) stated that following the decision
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Separately, NSCN-KK has reaffirmed its previous decision issued on July 27, 2012 pertaining extraction and exploration of oil in the State, reports Nagaland Post on May 7. Ministry of Information and Publicity (MIP) stated that following the decision of the joint meeting of National Political Advisory Council (NPAC), “the cabinet” has reiterated that any company, Indian or international “must first setting up oil refinery and other necessary infrastructure” to ensure that employment and other opportunities to be available to the Naga youths.
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May - 6 
Separately, the Naga frontal organisations both from Nagaland and Manipur, on May 6, called for the Nagas to stand united and carry forward the fight of the Nagas’ cause to further height. United Naga Council (UNC) has reaffirmed its stand for a
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Separately, the Naga frontal organisations both from Nagaland and Manipur, on May 6, called for the Nagas to stand united and carry forward the fight of the Nagas’ cause to further height. United Naga Council (UNC) has reaffirmed its stand for an immediate alternative arrangement outside the Government of Manipur, pending settlement of the indo-Naga issue, adds Nagaland Post.
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May - 6 
The Additional District and Sessions Court of Kochi on May 6 sentenced three persons, identified as Mohanan (61), his son Visak (27) and Vijyan (51) to four years imprisonment for involvement in a Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) case, reports New In
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The Additional District and Sessions Court of Kochi on May 6 sentenced three persons, identified as Mohanan (61), his son Visak (27) and Vijyan (51) to four years imprisonment for involvement in a Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) case, reports New Indian Express. The court also ordered them to pay a fine of INR 5,000. Additional District and Sessions Judge V M Muhammad Ibrahim acquitted Soman, the fourth accused in the case
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The Assam Tribune reports on May 6 that the main problem in Assam now is the abundance of illegal weapons not only with the militants but also with former militants and other anti-social elements. Inspector General of Assam Police, Law and Order, S.N
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The Assam Tribune reports on May 6 that the main problem in Assam now is the abundance of illegal weapons not only with the militants but also with former militants and other anti-social elements. Inspector General of Assam Police, Law and Order, S.N. Singh revealed that more than 28,000 persons in the State have licensed weapons, but there have been hardly any report of misuse of such weapons. The problem is with illegal weapons and though the Assam Police is maintaining a drive to recover such weapons, the problem still remains. He said that since January, 2014 more than 160 illegal weapons have been seized and interestingly around 90 percent of those were recovered from the BTAD area
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May - 6 
The Shilling Times reports on May 7 that the recovery of a body of a Bangladeshi national from Meghalaya territory has compelled the Border Security Force (BSF) and Border Guards Bangladesh (BGB) to hold a flag meeting to douse any flare up on the vo
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The Shilling Times reports on May 7 that the recovery of a body of a Bangladeshi national from Meghalaya territory has compelled the Border Security Force (BSF) and Border Guards Bangladesh (BGB) to hold a flag meeting to douse any flare up on the volatile international border. According to delayed reports, the decomposed body of a Bangladeshi national was recovered from a forest near the Indo-Bangladesh border at Rasnagre village in South Garo Hills on April 23.
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May - 6 
The Telegraph reports that a bomb blast took place in the house of Abdul Awal, a medicine trader at Katiar-Alga village under Fakirganj Police station in Dhubri District in the night of May 6. However, no one was injured in the blast. A source in the
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The Telegraph reports that a bomb blast took place in the house of Abdul Awal, a medicine trader at Katiar-Alga village under Fakirganj Police station in Dhubri District in the night of May 6. However, no one was injured in the blast. A source in the village said unknown men had demanded INR 500,000 from Awal since April 15.
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May - 6 
The Telegraph reports that Bodo organizations on May 6 called for an arms-free society and urged the State Government to seize all weapons, illegal and licensed, from citizens, including surrendered militants. The Bodoland Peoples’ Progressive Front
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The Telegraph reports that Bodo organizations on May 6 called for an arms-free society and urged the State Government to seize all weapons, illegal and licensed, from citizens, including surrendered militants. The Bodoland Peoples’ Progressive Front (BPPF), the main Opposition in Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), which governs the BTAD, said the Bodos had suffered most because of availability of illegal arms in Assam. BPPF President Rabiram Narzary said that over a hundred people, including 25 party workers, had become victims of illegal arms since 2006. He said the party has been long demanding seizure of all illegal arms but the Government has not taken any step to root out the menace. Narzary accused the State Government of giving scope to militants to carry out illegal activities. Without taking names, he alleged that illegal arms were being used under political patronage.
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May - 6 
Two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel, including an Assistant Commandant, were injured in a militant attack in Sopore town of Baramulla District on May 6, reports Daily Excelsior. The injured Assistant Commandant has been identified as Ma
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Two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel, including an Assistant Commandant, were injured in a militant attack in Sopore town of Baramulla District on May 6, reports Daily Excelsior. The injured Assistant Commandant has been identified as Manoj Kumar and the CPRF man as K Sujan.
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May - 7 
Meanwhile, the inmates of a relief camp at Narayanguri in Assam’s Baksa District, on May 7, produced the identity card of a Manas National Park staff before Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi as “evidence” of the alleged involvement of forest personnel in
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Meanwhile, the inmates of a relief camp at Narayanguri in Assam’s Baksa District, on May 7, produced the identity card of a Manas National Park staff before Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi as “evidence” of the alleged involvement of forest personnel in the carnage on May 1. The identity card of Mallajit Kherkatary, conservation volunteer for Manas Tiger Project under the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), was found by residents the next day during a search for bodies.
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May - 7 
The Assam Tribune reports that State Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on May 7 called for urgent Central intervention in the face of fears that the situation may deteriorate after May 16. He held that while the rest of the State has witnessed decentra
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The Assam Tribune reports that State Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on May 7 called for urgent Central intervention in the face of fears that the situation may deteriorate after May 16. He held that while the rest of the State has witnessed decentralisation of power through the Panchayati Raj system, in the BTC areas powers have not been devolved to the grassroot level. There should be decentralisation of power in the BTAD areas, he demanded. He held the opinion that the Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) alone was not in a position to handle the situation and the State Government should act. He further suggested review of the Bodoland Act.
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May - 7 
10 militants of Bru National Army (BNA) surrendered to the Assam Rifles (AR) on May 7 at Kanchanpur subdivision under North Tripura District, reports TripuraInfo. The surrendered militants included 'second in command' of BNA Singhrak alias Simanjoy o
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10 militants of Bru National Army (BNA) surrendered to the Assam Rifles (AR) on May 7 at Kanchanpur subdivision under North Tripura District, reports TripuraInfo. The surrendered militants included 'second in command' of BNA Singhrak alias Simanjoy of Ashapara Reang refugee camp and 'third in command' Chunsa Rai of Naisinghpara camp, who surrendered to AR with weapons. The eight other surrendered BNA militants are identified as Pandat alias Lainik of Ashapara, Bema alias Solendra of Ashapara, Sangliana alias Otorai of Ashapara, Bishal of Kolasib, Pandat alias Khakom of Ashapara, Hoslai alias Lawnkima of Ashapara, Shalka Rai alias Vishwanath also from Ashapara Reang refugee camp and Rinzela alias Khonsai of Ashapara. The BNA had suffered severe setback when Security Forces arrested its top leadership on May 4 from Kholakhal village in Cachar District of South Assam further intensifying their search in North Tripura District for the remaining militants of BNA leaving no room for them to escape. The SFs stated that the BNA is considered to be annihilated and that this was a milestone in the history of Tripura that an underground organization has been wiped out and almost all arms and ammunition held by the militant group has been recovered.
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May - 7 
A 22-year-old tourist from Rajasthan was injured after the vehicle she was travelling in came under attack by stone pelters on the Srinagar from Gulmarg road in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on May 7, reports The Times of India. Reports said that a group o
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A 22-year-old tourist from Rajasthan was injured after the vehicle she was travelling in came under attack by stone pelters on the Srinagar from Gulmarg road in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on May 7, reports The Times of India. Reports said that a group of people were raising anti-election slogans in the area on poll day and started hurling stones at passing vehicles on the road.
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May - 7 
A dumper engaged in a government enterprise was set ablaze by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) at Musaboni in East Singhbum District on May 7, reports IBN Live. Over a dozen Maoists arrived at the Bakra pool area and set ablaze the du
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A dumper engaged in a government enterprise was set ablaze by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) at Musaboni in East Singhbum District on May 7, reports IBN Live. Over a dozen Maoists arrived at the Bakra pool area and set ablaze the dumper belonging to the Uranium Corporation of India Limited (UCIL), Police said. The security personnel have launched a massive combing operation in the Maoist-affected Ghatsila sub-division to track down the Maoists. Confirming the report superintendent of Police (Rural) Shailendra Kumar Srivastava said that the Maoists, 15 in numbers had covered their face with clothes and each of them were carrying guns, adds The Pioneer. According to Srivastava, the squad that set ablaze the dumper was suspected to be S. Tuddu's squad which is active in Musaboni area. The Maoists had been maintaining a low profile in Ghatsila since the last few years, confining their activities to circulating inflammatory posters and pamphlets, ads The Telegraph. The incident on May 7 was the first attack in four years.
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May - 7 
A forensic examination of the remains of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) collected from the two coaches of Bangalore-Guwahati Express have revealed that the explosives were similar to the Patna (Bihar) bombs, which exploded on October 27, 2013, F
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A forensic examination of the remains of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) collected from the two coaches of Bangalore-Guwahati Express have revealed that the explosives were similar to the Patna (Bihar) bombs, which exploded on October 27, 2013, Financial Express reports on May 8. While the explosives used in the train were put in singular elbow-pipes, in Patna each IED was made of at least two such pipes. In both the incidents, analogue clocks were used as timers, a senior official said. The National Security Guard (NSG), which conducted the post-blast analysis of the train coaches, has in a report to the Union Ministry of Home Affairs said the bombs weighing 1.5 kilogram, had been kept in a bag. The primary explosives used in the IED was ammonium nitrate mixed with petrol. “We had manage to recover the timer used in Patna in a good condition. The timer used in Chennai blasts is badly damaged and we have not been able to get all the pieces and assemble them. The brand would be known by a second forensic examination, which is underway. We will try to match the needle and other components in our possession with the Patna one,” said the official. If the brand of the timer matches with those used in Patna, it would mean there was a similarity between Bodh Gaya, Patna and Chennai bombs. “They were not supposed to explode at the Chennai station. We think the bags were kept under the lower berth of coaches S- 4 and S-5 in Bangalore and somebody else was to fetch them at a destination, which was definitely not Chennai. The woman techie, who was killed in the explosion, died because she was sitting opposite the berth under which the IED was kept and her body took the impact. The other 14 injured only had minor injuries,” said another official. Separately, Tamil Nadu Director General of Police (DGP) K Ramanujam on May 8 announced a reward of INR 5,00,000 to anyone providing information that leads to the identification of the culprits behind the twin blasts at Chennai Central on May 1, reports The Times of India.
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May - 7 
All Bodo Students’ Union (ABSU), on May 7, expressed its serious concern over news pointing to the involvement of some forest personnel in the killings of innocent villagers in Kokrajhar and Baksa Districts and strongly condemned the State government
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All Bodo Students’ Union (ABSU), on May 7, expressed its serious concern over news pointing to the involvement of some forest personnel in the killings of innocent villagers in Kokrajhar and Baksa Districts and strongly condemned the State government for its failure to seize illegal firearms available in the BTAD. The ABSU members staged a dharna (protest) at Dighalipukhuripar, against the recent spurt in violence in the BTAD. On the issue of availability of illegal firearms in the BTAD, ABSU president Pramod Boro, said, “State government has admitted that illegal firearms are available in large number in BTAD, but has failed to seize the same. Every time when violence breaks out, the government announces that all illegal firearms will be seized. Government must seize all illegal firearms available in BTAD.”
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May - 7 
Also, NSCN-K has requested business communities and departments to clear all kinds of “national subscribe taxes due” to NSCN-K present 'finance in-charge' kilonser (minister) Starson, reports Nagaland Post on May 8.
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Also, NSCN-K has requested business communities and departments to clear all kinds of “national subscribe taxes due” to NSCN-K present 'finance in-charge' kilonser (minister) Starson, reports Nagaland Post on May 8.
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May - 7 
Further, on May 7 the District unit of the All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) staged sit-in-demonstration, calling all communities and factions in trouble-torn BTAD to restrain themselves for restoration of peace and normalcy in the State, reports The
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Further, on May 7 the District unit of the All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) staged sit-in-demonstration, calling all communities and factions in trouble-torn BTAD to restrain themselves for restoration of peace and normalcy in the State, reports The Assam Tribune
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May - 7 
Further, Tarun Gogoi, on May 7, said his Government would break the alliance with the Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) in “five minutes” if its involvement in the BTAD killings is proved, reports The Telegraph.
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Further, Tarun Gogoi, on May 7, said his Government would break the alliance with the Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) in “five minutes” if its involvement in the BTAD killings is proved, reports The Telegraph.
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May - 7 
In an earlier incident, on May 7, SFs arrested a militant belonging to Isak-Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM), identified as Dili Pektha from from Razeiba “Welcome Gate” in Pfutsero in Phek District.
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In an earlier incident, on May 7, SFs arrested a militant belonging to Isak-Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM), identified as Dili Pektha from from Razeiba “Welcome Gate” in Pfutsero in Phek District.
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May - 7 
In another incident, SFs arrested a female militant, identified as KY Sorinphy (18) of Manipur Naga Revolutionary Front (MNRF) at a vehicle check post on NH-102 on May 7. The militant was arrested when the vehicle in which she was travelling from Mor
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In another incident, SFs arrested a female militant, identified as KY Sorinphy (18) of Manipur Naga Revolutionary Front (MNRF) at a vehicle check post on NH-102 on May 7. The militant was arrested when the vehicle in which she was travelling from Moreh to Ukhrul was stopped for checking.
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May - 7 
Israel has sought security for its citizens and assets in India during the months of May and June according to senior intelligence sources, India Today reports on May 8. The request came in view of the festival season which sees a large amount of Isr
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Israel has sought security for its citizens and assets in India during the months of May and June according to senior intelligence sources, India Today reports on May 8. The request came in view of the festival season which sees a large amount of Israeli arrivals in India. The Israelis fear threats from Al Qaeda and its affiliated organisations AQIM (Al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb), AQAP (Al-Qa'ida in the Arabian Peninsula), Al-Nasr Al Sharia, which have carried out terrorist attacks in Africa against Israeli citizens. Israel has sought additional security at Jewish centres such as synagogues
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May - 7 
Meanwhile, an armed cadre of United National Liberation Front (UNLF) identified as Huidrom Naoba alias Shyam alias Kubaren was arrested by Security Forces (SFs) in Thoubal District on May 7. A 9 mm pistol with magazine and three live rounds were reco
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Meanwhile, an armed cadre of United National Liberation Front (UNLF) identified as Huidrom Naoba alias Shyam alias Kubaren was arrested by Security Forces (SFs) in Thoubal District on May 7. A 9 mm pistol with magazine and three live rounds were recovered from his possession
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May - 7 
Nagaland Post reports on May 7 that SFs arrested one armed cadre of NSCN-KK, identified as H Akato Zhimo (33) on May 2 from Super Market near Saramati Hotel in Dimapur District, along with one 7 .65mm pistol and assorted ammunition.
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Nagaland Post reports on May 7 that SFs arrested one armed cadre of NSCN-KK, identified as H Akato Zhimo (33) on May 2 from Super Market near Saramati Hotel in Dimapur District, along with one 7 .65mm pistol and assorted ammunition.
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May - 7 
On May 7 suspected Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Tehseen Akhtar and Zia-Ur-Rahman alias Waqas were remanded in National Investigation Agency (NIA) custody till May 16, 2014 after the agency said their custody was required for interrogation to unea
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On May 7 suspected Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Tehseen Akhtar and Zia-Ur-Rahman alias Waqas were remanded in National Investigation Agency (NIA) custody till May 16, 2014 after the agency said their custody was required for interrogation to unearth the entire conspiracy of the terror outfit, reports Indian Express. “I have perused the chargesheet against the co-accused and the case diary on the basis of which non-bailable warrants (NBW) dated July 18, 2013 and September 10, 2013 were issued against both. In these circumstances, prayer of NIA for custody is allowed and the application moved on behalf of NIA dated May 6, 2014 is disposed of accordingly,” District Judge I.S. Mehta said.
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May - 7 
Separately, Government has moved the Centre seeking 50 additional companies of security personnel to meet any untoward situation following declaration of the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Indian Parliament) election results on May 16, reports The Telegr
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Separately, Government has moved the Centre seeking 50 additional companies of security personnel to meet any untoward situation following declaration of the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Indian Parliament) election results on May 16, reports The Telegraph on May 8. The request for more forces was made given reports of the possibility of post-result violence in the state, especially in the BTAD, which remains peaceful but tense. Tarun Gogoi, on May 8, said additional forces have been requisitioned to prevent any repeat of the unrest witnessed recently in the BTAD after declaration of results. Already 34 companies have been deployed in the BTAD. “We are preparing to meet any eventuality,” he said. Gogoi said a special force would be set up to recover illegal arms and provide security in the vulnerable areas of the BTAD. “It will have a local component. The modalities will be worked out. We will also set up a rehabilitation commission in the state for prompt relief to the affected,” he added.
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May - 7 
State Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) A. P. Rout said, “Personnel from the National Disaster Response Force, State Disaster Response Force and Assam Police searched 40 kilometre stretch of the Beki River and recovered the dead bodies. If
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State Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) A. P. Rout said, “Personnel from the National Disaster Response Force, State Disaster Response Force and Assam Police searched 40 kilometre stretch of the Beki River and recovered the dead bodies. If necessary, search operation will be extended further”, adds The Sentinel. Sources said the situation in both Baksa and Kokrajhar is still tense, but under control. 36 permanent Police pickets have been set up in the violence–affected areas of the two Districts. Sources further stated that the State administration is closely monitoring situation in the BTAD and other parts of Assam.
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May - 7 
The Assam Tribune reports that the All Assam Minority Students’ Union (AAMSU) has demanded immediate dissolution of the present BTC to ensure safety and security of the non-Bodos, particularly the Muslims, living in the BTAD areas.
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The Assam Tribune reports that the All Assam Minority Students’ Union (AAMSU) has demanded immediate dissolution of the present BTC to ensure safety and security of the non-Bodos, particularly the Muslims, living in the BTAD areas.
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May - 7 
The HANM has lent its support to the four-day office picketing called by HNLC to secure the release of its president Lamphrang Kharbani, who was arrested for his alleged links with the once-dreaded terror group. “We strongly condemn police allegation
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The HANM has lent its support to the four-day office picketing called by HNLC to secure the release of its president Lamphrang Kharbani, who was arrested for his alleged links with the once-dreaded terror group. “We strongly condemn police allegation against our president of having links with the HNLC,” HANM 'general secretary' Damonmi S. Dkhar said in a statement.
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May - 7 
The Sangai Express on May 8 reports that SFs arrested a Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) militant, identified as Mutum Dinesh from Nongbram Makha Leikai of the same District. One 9 mm pistol with three live rounds was also recovered from him.
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The Sangai Express on May 8 reports that SFs arrested a Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) militant, identified as Mutum Dinesh from Nongbram Makha Leikai of the same District. One 9 mm pistol with three live rounds was also recovered from him.
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May - 7 
The Sangai Express reports that Security Forces (SFs) launched an operation in general area of Yaingangpokpi and Phaimol villages of Ukhrul District on May 7 and arrested a cadre belonging to People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), ident
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The Sangai Express reports that Security Forces (SFs) launched an operation in general area of Yaingangpokpi and Phaimol villages of Ukhrul District on May 7 and arrested a cadre belonging to People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), identified as Amul Singh. In a follow up operation, after the interrogation of the militant, one more PREPAK militant, identified as T Dhana Singh was arrested from Saijang Maning Leikai.
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May - 8 
Delhi Police on May 8 said that Indian Mujahideen (IM) arrested 'India operations chief' Yasin Bhatkal and his aide Asadullah Akhtar carried out a terror attack at Jama Masjid in New Delhi in 2010 to dissuade other nations from participating in th
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Delhi Police on May 8 said that Indian Mujahideen (IM) arrested 'India operations chief' Yasin Bhatkal and his aide Asadullah Akhtar carried out a terror attack at Jama Masjid in New Delhi in 2010 to dissuade other nations from participating in the Commonwealth Games of 2010, reports The Times of India. The special cell made these submissions in a charge sheet filed before a trial court against the duo for offences under provisions of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), Explosive Substances Act, Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and the Information Technology Act. Indian Express adds that the Police alleged that the terror strike was carried out by the IM operatives on the instructions of their Pakistan-based leaders, Riyaz Bhatkal and Iqbal Bhatkal. Police said the accused had planned to “randomly shoot” foreign tourists near Jama Masjid and trigger a bomb blast to ensure maximum casualty.
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May - 8 
A villager was seriously injured when a pressure bomb laid by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres exploded in Kanker District on May 8, reports news.outlookindia.com. The bomb exploded when the victim, Churan Lal, was going to wo
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A villager was seriously injured when a pressure bomb laid by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres exploded in Kanker District on May 8, reports news.outlookindia.com. The bomb exploded when the victim, Churan Lal, was going to work in a field in Kurri village under Korar Police Station limits. When Lal and other villagers were going to work, they spotted a Maoist banner hanging on a tree near a pond on the village outskirts. When he tried to go near the banner, Lal inadvertently stepped on the ground under which the pressure bomb was laid. The bomb then suddenly exploded.
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May - 8 
A home department source said curfew was relaxed for the entire day in Baksa, Kokrajhar and Chirang Districts and 36 fixed Police pickets had been set up in affected areas of Baksa and Kokrajhar Districts.
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A home department source said curfew was relaxed for the entire day in Baksa, Kokrajhar and Chirang Districts and 36 fixed Police pickets had been set up in affected areas of Baksa and Kokrajhar Districts.
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May - 8 
Also, Hill State Peoples Democratic Party (HSPDP) vice president Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit stated on May 8 that his party has not changed its stand as it was still sticking to its demand for implementation of the ILP regime as per the Bengal Eastern
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Also, Hill State Peoples Democratic Party (HSPDP) vice president Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit stated on May 8 that his party has not changed its stand as it was still sticking to its demand for implementation of the ILP regime as per the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873, disagreeing with the proposal for the introduction of a modified ILP in Meghalaya as suggested by the 13 pressure groups, reports The Shillong Times. He said “I do not see much difference between the original and the modified ILP. In the original ILP we have check gates to verify the antecedents of the people who enter the State while in the modified ILP, we have the spot verification”. He also stated that it remains to be seen if the Government would be able to implement the modified ILP.
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May - 8 
Border Security Force (BSF) personnel seized a cache of explosives during a combing operation at Kusumput forest under Narayanpatna Police Station limits in Koraput District on May 8, reports The New Indian Express. The seizure included 26 gelatine s
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Border Security Force (BSF) personnel seized a cache of explosives during a combing operation at Kusumput forest under Narayanpatna Police Station limits in Koraput District on May 8, reports The New Indian Express. The seizure included 26 gelatine sticks, seven detonators, a 12-kg landmine and 50 kg of ammonia nitrate.
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May - 8 
Further, one militant each of Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) and Kangleipak Communist Party –Military Council (KCP-MC) were arrested by the Red Shield Division in two different operations carried out during the early hours of May 8. In first operation
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Further, one militant each of Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) and Kangleipak Communist Party –Military Council (KCP-MC) were arrested by the Red Shield Division in two different operations carried out during the early hours of May 8. In first operation launched in general area of Tairen Pokpi, an armed cadre of KCP –MC, identified as Khwairakpam Khogendro alias Amujao alias Washington Singh was arrested along with one 9mm Pistol, one magazine and three 9mm live rounds. Later on, the PLA militant, identified as ‘corporal’ Taorem Sanathoi alias Sanayaima alias Thumbsup Singh was arrested when an operation was launched on specific intelligence about presence of an armed cadre carrying out extortion in general area Heibong Pokpi. The militant claimed that he had surrendered earlier on September 20, 2012.
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May - 8 
India and Myanmar signed an accord on May 8 to prevent insurgency and curb human trafficking through the border areas of the two countries, reports Assam Tribune. Myanmar’s Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Kyaw Nyunt and India’s Ambassador t
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India and Myanmar signed an accord on May 8 to prevent insurgency and curb human trafficking through the border areas of the two countries, reports Assam Tribune. Myanmar’s Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Kyaw Nyunt and India’s Ambassador to Myanmar, Gautam Mukhopadhaya signed the memorandum of understanding (MoU). According to MoU both the countries would take measures to bring in peace and stability in the border regions. MoU also called for exchange of information and coordination between their armed forces for border security to check illegal trespassing. The pact envisages a framework for security cooperation between Indian and Myanmarese security agencies. The key provision of MoU is the conduct of coordinated patrols on their respective sides of the International Border and the maritime boundary by the armed forces of the two countries. Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) statement said that “It is expected that this MoU will lead to enhanced and tangible cooperation between Indian and Myanmar security agencies in ensuring peace, stability and security along the long international land and maritime border between the two countries”. The pact is seen as India’s effort to to engage with Myanmar under its Look East Policy and to manage the border regions of the Northeast India.
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May - 8 
Meanwhile, Hynniewtrep A'chik National Movement (HANM) president Lamphrang Kharbani and four others, who were arrested on May 2 for alleged links with Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC), have been remanded in Police custody for 14 days fr
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Meanwhile, Hynniewtrep A'chik National Movement (HANM) president Lamphrang Kharbani and four others, who were arrested on May 2 for alleged links with Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC), have been remanded in Police custody for 14 days from May 8, reports The Shillong Times. The South West Khasi Hills Superintendent of Police (SP), Debangshu D Sangma, said that Police were now trying to establish links between the arrested HANM activists and the banned militant outfit HNLC.
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May - 8 
Meanwhile, Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police on May 8 recovered body of a Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militant from an orchard in Panzu village of Tral area in Pulwama District, reports Daily Excelsior. The militant was injured during an encounter with Polic
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Meanwhile, Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police on May 8 recovered body of a Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militant from an orchard in Panzu village of Tral area in Pulwama District, reports Daily Excelsior. The militant was injured during an encounter with Police and Army on May 6. Deputy Inspector General (DIG), South Kashmir, Vijay Kumar identified the JeM militant as Syed Maviya of Pakistan. He said that the militant was injured in an ambush laid by Awantipora Police and Army at Dadsara-Amirabad on the night of May 6. Militants had fired at the troops during the ambush and the fire was returned by troops but militants fled under the cover of darkness.
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May - 8 
Meanwhile, the Bru (Reang) tribal who have taken refuge in Tripura is reluctant to return to Mizoram, reports The Sentinel on May 10. When the Supreme Court Special Commissioner Harsh Mander along with North Tripura District Magistrate Sandeep R Rath
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Meanwhile, the Bru (Reang) tribal who have taken refuge in Tripura is reluctant to return to Mizoram, reports The Sentinel on May 10. When the Supreme Court Special Commissioner Harsh Mander along with North Tripura District Magistrate Sandeep R Rathod and Kanchanpur Sub–Divisional Magistrate Nantu Ranjan Das visited Bru refugee camps on May 8, the refugee leaders accused the Mizoram Government of failing to ensure their security and livelihood.
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May - 8 
Meanwhile, two militants belonging to IKS faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS), identified as Rakha Daimari alias Ruben Daimari and Benamien Daimari were arrested by Security Forces (SFs) with arms and ammunition in the area 15
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Meanwhile, two militants belonging to IKS faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS), identified as Rakha Daimari alias Ruben Daimari and Benamien Daimari were arrested by Security Forces (SFs) with arms and ammunition in the area 15 kilometre north east of Company Operating Base, Kalaigaon in Darrang District on May 8, reports The Sentinel. One 7.65 mm CM pistol along with two live rounds, bank receipt notes worth thousands, five mobile phones with seven SIM cards, a two GB memory card and various incriminating documents were also recovered from their possession by the Army. The said cadres were found to be involved in a number of crimes and anti–national activities.
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May - 8 
Meanwhile, two militants identified as Rakha alias Ruben Daimari and Benamien Daimari belonging to NDFB-IKS were arrested by Security Forces (SFs) on May 8 while conducting a mobile check post operation in the village Kalbari under the Kalaigaon Poli
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Meanwhile, two militants identified as Rakha alias Ruben Daimari and Benamien Daimari belonging to NDFB-IKS were arrested by Security Forces (SFs) on May 8 while conducting a mobile check post operation in the village Kalbari under the Kalaigaon Police Station in Udalguri District, reports Assam Tribune. A 7.65mm country-made pistol with two live rounds of ammunition, bank receipt notes of more than INR one lakh, five mobile phones and various incriminating documents were seized from their possession.
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May - 8 
Militants on May 8 killed a National Conference (NC) worker who was also a sarpanch (head of a Panchayat, village level local self Government institution), identified as Gul Mohammad Bhat at Wanpo village in Kulgam District, reports Daily Excelsior.
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Militants on May 8 killed a National Conference (NC) worker who was also a sarpanch (head of a Panchayat, village level local self Government institution), identified as Gul Mohammad Bhat at Wanpo village in Kulgam District, reports Daily Excelsior.
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May - 8 
Security Forces (SFs) on May 8 found a 15 kilogramme claymore mine in West Singhbhum District, reports PTI. The incident occurred when Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel along with State Police were out on a patrol in Karampada-Jambaiburu
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Security Forces (SFs) on May 8 found a 15 kilogramme claymore mine in West Singhbhum District, reports PTI. The incident occurred when Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel along with State Police were out on a patrol in Karampada-Jambaiburu and Kiriburu forests of the District. Six blasting triggers and four detonators were also seized.
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May - 8 
Separately, Police and Army on May 8 recovered huge cache of arms and ammunition from Hafruda forests in Sopore area of Baramulla District, reports Daily Excelsior. The recovered arms and ammunition include three pistols, six pistol magazines, 10 pis
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Separately, Police and Army on May 8 recovered huge cache of arms and ammunition from Hafruda forests in Sopore area of Baramulla District, reports Daily Excelsior. The recovered arms and ammunition include three pistols, six pistol magazines, 10 pistol rounds, 12 Chinese grenades, three Rocket-Propelled Grenade (RPG) round, two mortar rounds, five explosive rods, two compasses and administrative stores.
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May - 8 
Separately, the Meghalaya Government, on May 8, revoked charges under the Meghalaya Preventive Detention Act (MPDA) imposed against the three NGO activists Johny Sohkhlet and Readytonstone Nongrum of Khasi Students Union (KSU) and Everson Syngkon o
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Separately, the Meghalaya Government, on May 8, revoked charges under the Meghalaya Preventive Detention Act (MPDA) imposed against the three NGO activists Johny Sohkhlet and Readytonstone Nongrum of Khasi Students Union (KSU) and Everson Syngkon of Hynniewtrep National Youth Front (HNYF) who had been arrested during the Inner Line Permit (ILP) agitation in 2013.
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May - 8 
The Assam Tribune reports that Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, on May 8, said that a ‘security force’, comprising local recruits, would be raised to man sensitive areas in the BTAD areas. Addressing a press conference, the Chief Minister said that there
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The Assam Tribune reports that Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, on May 8, said that a ‘security force’, comprising local recruits, would be raised to man sensitive areas in the BTAD areas. Addressing a press conference, the Chief Minister said that there was no plan to provide personal arms to villagers in the violence-hit areas, but “we will ensure more security in all the vulnerable areas in BTAD”. Also, the chief minister Tarun Gogoi, on May 8, stressed the decline in civilian killings in Assam and the Union Ministry of Home Affairs letter of appreciation for successfully containing the BTAD violence to dismiss demands for his resignation from within the state’s Congress Legislature Party, reports The Telegraph.
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May - 8 
The Intelligence Bureau (IB) has issued a specific alert alarming for a possible suicide attack, on Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Prime Ministerial candidate Narendra Modi, which could be on the lines of the one on the former Prime Minister Rajiv Gand
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The Intelligence Bureau (IB) has issued a specific alert alarming for a possible suicide attack, on Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Prime Ministerial candidate Narendra Modi, which could be on the lines of the one on the former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi in 1991, Deccan Chronicle reports on May 9. It also states that the attempt is likely to be in Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) and Vadodra (Gujarat), Modi’s own constituencies. The security agencies are tracking various members of the organizations such as Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Indian Mujahideen (IM) and SIMI.
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May - 8 
The Sentinel on May 9 reports that the shut down called by Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) failed to have any impact as State and Central Government Offices continued to function normally. The HNLC had called for a shutdown of governme
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The Sentinel on May 9 reports that the shut down called by Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) failed to have any impact as State and Central Government Offices continued to function normally. The HNLC had called for a shutdown of government offices demanding the immediate release of Hynniewtrep Achik National Movement (HANM) president Lamphrang Kharbani. HNLC had called for a four–day shutdown of all government (both state and central) offices from May 8, 9, 12, and 13.
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May - 8 
The Special Cell of Delhi Police on May 8 filed a charge sheet against two suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) operatives, Mohammad Rashid and Mohammad Shahid arrested in 2013 from Mewat (Haryana) and alleged they had hatched a conspiracy to kidnap a bus
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The Special Cell of Delhi Police on May 8 filed a charge sheet against two suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) operatives, Mohammad Rashid and Mohammad Shahid arrested in 2013 from Mewat (Haryana) and alleged they had hatched a conspiracy to kidnap a businessman for ransom to raise money for weapons and explosives for attacks in the national capital, reports Indian Express. The chargesheet stated, that the two entered into a conspiracy with Abdul Subhan (alleged LeT handler who is absconding) and Javed Baluchi (LeT suspect based in Pakistan) to plot terrorist action in Delhi/adjoining areas.
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May - 8 
The Telegraph reports that the official death toll in the carnage went up to 40 with the recovery of a boy’s body from the Beki river in the Moinabari area in Baksa District on May 8 in the violence in Bodoland Territorial Area Districts (BTAD) but t
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The Telegraph reports that the official death toll in the carnage went up to 40 with the recovery of a boy’s body from the Beki river in the Moinabari area in Baksa District on May 8 in the violence in Bodoland Territorial Area Districts (BTAD) but there has been no fresh violence for the past four days.
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May - 8 
The Telegraph, on May 9, reports that the arrest of PLA militant ‘corporal’ Taorem Sanathoi has triggered a protest at Patsoi Part-4, 7 kilometers from Imphal. His family said that he had disassociated from the militant organisation ten years ago and
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The Telegraph, on May 9, reports that the arrest of PLA militant ‘corporal’ Taorem Sanathoi has triggered a protest at Patsoi Part-4, 7 kilometers from Imphal. His family said that he had disassociated from the militant organisation ten years ago and had an identity card issued by 18 Sikh Regiment on September 26, 2012, identifying him as a surrendered militant.
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May - 8 
Three Naval patrol vessels arrived at the Navy jetty at Rameswaram (Tamil Nadu) on May 8 in the backdrop of information that Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) could infiltrate India from Sri Lanka through the sea, reports The Times of Indi
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Three Naval patrol vessels arrived at the Navy jetty at Rameswaram (Tamil Nadu) on May 8 in the backdrop of information that Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) could infiltrate India from Sri Lanka through the sea, reports The Times of India. The ships could be meant for strengthening presence of navy in the region and prevent infiltration of ISI agents by sea from Sri Lanka, sources said. "CSG (Coastal Security Group)has been deployed in the area after Police received information that ISI agents could infiltrate India from Sri lanka via Palk Straits. A new security system has been put in place to totally prevent infiltration," Jyoti Basu, in charge of CSG (Rameswaram) had said on May 6.
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May - 9 
A combined team of Thoubal District Police Commandos and 2 Assam Rifles (AR) arrested a militant belonging to Progressive faction of People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak Pro Talk Faction (PREPAK-Pro), identified as Longjam Sanjit Singh from Tat
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A combined team of Thoubal District Police Commandos and 2 Assam Rifles (AR) arrested a militant belonging to Progressive faction of People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak Pro Talk Faction (PREPAK-Pro), identified as Longjam Sanjit Singh from Tata Magic Parking of Yairipok Bazaar in Thoubal Disrict on May 8, reports Kanglaonline. Mobile phone handset with SIM card was seized from his possession.
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May - 9 
A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant, Majid Hussain Mughal was arrested by Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police from Kilothran area of Doda District on May 9, reports Daily Excelsior. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Doda Mohammad Sharief Chouhan said t
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A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant, Majid Hussain Mughal was arrested by Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police from Kilothran area of Doda District on May 9, reports Daily Excelsior. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Doda Mohammad Sharief Chouhan said that on specific inputs, Police team from Gandoh Police Station laid a naka at Kilothran and arrested the militant.
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May - 9 
A militant belonging to Khole-Kitovi faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-KK) identified as ‘major’ Baupang Phom was arrested by Security Forces (SFs) on May 9 from Longleng area in the District, reports Nagaland Post. One Sten gun
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A militant belonging to Khole-Kitovi faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-KK) identified as ‘major’ Baupang Phom was arrested by Security Forces (SFs) on May 9 from Longleng area in the District, reports Nagaland Post. One Sten gun with magazines, five misfired rounds of ammunitions and a number of numbers of extortion slips and other incriminating papers were recovered from the militant.
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May - 9 
A suspect in 2003 conspiracy case of Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), Syed Kirmani arrested on May 5, is claimed to be associated with Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), according to Gujarat Police, The Times of India reports on May 10. He has been
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A suspect in 2003 conspiracy case of Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), Syed Kirmani arrested on May 5, is claimed to be associated with Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), according to Gujarat Police, The Times of India reports on May 10. He has been on the wanted list of the Gujarat Police since last 10 years. A non-bailable warrant was also pending against him. Kirmani faces the specific charge of providing shelter to alleged Narendra Modi assassination conspirators in Hyderabad and helping them escape to Bangladesh. Sources said that the Detection of Crime Branch (DCB) officers informed the POTA court that Kirmani took part in a "proxy war" against the state of India with direct or indirect support of Pakistan's ISI and terror outfits to avenge post-Godhra riots. They also alleged that Kirmani had sent a number of Muslim youth to training camps run by terror outfits such as Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and JeM in Pakistan to spread terror in India.
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May - 9 
A woman Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was arrested from a forested patch of Udanpur village under Koyalibeda Police Station in Kanker District on May 9, reports The Pioneer. During search operation by a joint team of the Border S
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A woman Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was arrested from a forested patch of Udanpur village under Koyalibeda Police Station in Kanker District on May 9, reports The Pioneer. During search operation by a joint team of the Border Security Force (BSF) and the District Police, the Maoist cadre identified as Lalita (24), resident of Udanpur village and a member of Maoist Military Battalion number 2, active in the region, was arrested, Police said. She was involved in several serious criminal incidents in the region inducing attack on camp in Udanpur wherein Station House Officer (SHO) Todki and a head Constable were killed. She was also part of Maoist ambush on Police party in Rowghat. The state government had declared cash reward of INR 100,000 each on the arrest of each member of Maoist Military Battalion.
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May - 9 
However, reacting to the opposition from pressure groups and political parties in the Khasi hills, the ANVC-B offered to provide land for the proposed camp and asked the Government to take the offer if it was not able to locate suitable land for the
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However, reacting to the opposition from pressure groups and political parties in the Khasi hills, the ANVC-B offered to provide land for the proposed camp and asked the Government to take the offer if it was not able to locate suitable land for the proposed designated camp in Khasi Hills, reports The Shillong Times on May 10. In a statement issued on May 9, ANVC-B leader Doang Shira stated that, “The proposed land will in no way belong to Khasi people.
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May - 9 
Maharashtra Police on May 9 arrested a Delhi University Assistant Professor for his alleged links with Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) after questioning him more than four times in the last six months, reports The Times of India. "We arr
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Maharashtra Police on May 9 arrested a Delhi University Assistant Professor for his alleged links with Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) after questioning him more than four times in the last six months, reports The Times of India. "We arrested Professor GN Saibaba this morning in Delhi and he will be brought to Gadchiroli, Maharashtra, after taking transit remand in a Delhi court," Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Gadchiroli, Ravindra Kadam, said. He has been arrested on charges of allegedly being a member of CPI-Maoist, providing logistics and helping in recruitment for the group, Kadam claimed. The name of Saibaba cropped after the arrest of a Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) student Hem Chandra Mishra, who had claimed before the probe agencies that he was acting as a courier between Saibaba and the Maoists holed up in Abujmad forests in Chhattisgarh. Police claimed that besides Mishra, three other arrested Maoist leaders, including Kobad Gandhy, Bacha Prasad Singh and Prashant Rahi have also named Saibaba as their contact in the National Capital.
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May - 9 
Meanwhile, more than a week after being rendered homeless, the process of homecoming has begun for villagers of Nonk Khagrabari, Narayanguri in Baksa District.
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Meanwhile, more than a week after being rendered homeless, the process of homecoming has begun for villagers of Nonk Khagrabari, Narayanguri in Baksa District.
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May - 9 
Meanwhile, South West Khasi Hills District Administration has informed the Meghalaya Government that land is not available to set up a proposed designated camp for the Breakaway faction of A’chik National Volunteers’ Council- (ANVC-B) bringing much r
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Meanwhile, South West Khasi Hills District Administration has informed the Meghalaya Government that land is not available to set up a proposed designated camp for the Breakaway faction of A’chik National Volunteers’ Council- (ANVC-B) bringing much relief to the pressure groups in the District who had strongly opposed the move by the State Government to set up a designated camp for the Garo Hills-based militant outfit in the Khasi Hills region, reports The Shillong Times on May 9. On May 8, Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) Chief Executive Member (CEM) Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit had strongly opposed the decision of the State Government to set up a camp of the ANVC-B in West Khasi Hills District.
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May - 9 
Meanwhile, Tendu (Diospyros Melanoxylon) leaves plucking have begun in Gathapar, Chadkdhan, Mahala, Manpur and Abhagarh localities of Rajnandgaon District despite CPI-Maoist threat, reports Pioneer on May 10. The Maoists had recently convened meeting
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Meanwhile, Tendu (Diospyros Melanoxylon) leaves plucking have begun in Gathapar, Chadkdhan, Mahala, Manpur and Abhagarh localities of Rajnandgaon District despite CPI-Maoist threat, reports Pioneer on May 10. The Maoists had recently convened meetings in bordering areas of the District and threatened contractors involved in tendu leaves collection. The Maoists have reportedly sought a huge amount of extortion money from tendu leaves contractors in return for continuing their business in interiors of seven Districts of Bastar region
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May - 9 
Meanwhile, the Ri Bhoi Youth Federation (RBYF) joined HSPDP and Garo National Council (GNC) demanding bifurcation of Meghalaya into two, one for Khasis and Jaintias and the others for Garos. RBYF also asserted that the 13 pressure groups have not ret
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Meanwhile, the Ri Bhoi Youth Federation (RBYF) joined HSPDP and Garo National Council (GNC) demanding bifurcation of Meghalaya into two, one for Khasis and Jaintias and the others for Garos. RBYF also asserted that the 13 pressure groups have not retracted from their demand for implementation of ILP in the State but they have decided to go for a modified ILP to suit the need of the hour. RBYF president Bipul Thangkhiew stated that after bifurcation of Meghalaya, a separate state for Khasis and Jaintias will be created which will pave way for implementation of ILP in its present form in the ‘newly-created’ Khasi-Jaintia state. The RBYF called upon the regional parties in power in KHADC especially KHNAM and HSPDP who have been raising the issue of ILP to look into the United Khasi Jaintia Hills (Application of Law) Regulation, 1952, and examine whether there is any authorization to implement the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation Act, 1873, within the jurisdiction of the KHADC.
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May - 9 
Nagaland Post on May 10 reports that two cadres identified as Mhonthung Lotha and “2nd lieutenant” Renbi Lotha of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) were arrested by Security Forces (SFs) near Baghty village in Wokha District. A
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Nagaland Post on May 10 reports that two cadres identified as Mhonthung Lotha and “2nd lieutenant” Renbi Lotha of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) were arrested by Security Forces (SFs) near Baghty village in Wokha District. A .22 Pistol along with one magazine were also recovered from them.
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May - 9 
Suspected Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Faizan Ahmed Sultan, who was earlier arrested on May 2 in Delhi after being deported from Sharjah in connection with a case of waging war against India, was on May 9 remanded in judicial custody till May 22,
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Suspected Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Faizan Ahmed Sultan, who was earlier arrested on May 2 in Delhi after being deported from Sharjah in connection with a case of waging war against India, was on May 9 remanded in judicial custody till May 22, 2014 by a Delhi Court, reports Hindustan Times. According to National Investigation Agency (NIA), he was wanted in various cases in India for allegedly conspiring for waging war against the country, raising funds for terrorist acts and recruitment of persons for the banned terror outfit. An Interpol Red Corner Notice was also issued against him to secure his provisional arrest in Sharjah. NIA has arrested Sultan in connection with a case lodged in 2012 relating to the larger conspiracy of IM operatives to wage war against the country by carrying out various terror strikes in India. Sultan had gone to Pakistan on a fake passport and had undergone arms training there, the agency had said. NIA had said that Sultan was being probed for allegedly having harboured other absconding IM operatives and providing assistance to the banned terror outfit by raising funds from Gulf countries.
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May - 9 
The Assam Tribune reports on May 10 that nearly 3,500 cases of rioting reported in the last five years have made BTAD by far the most disturbed area of Assam in recent times.
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The Assam Tribune reports on May 10 that nearly 3,500 cases of rioting reported in the last five years have made BTAD by far the most disturbed area of Assam in recent times.
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May - 9 
The Assam Tribune reports on May 10 that the militants belonging to the Songbijit faction of the National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB-IKS) are shifting towards Bhutan from the Bodoland Territorial Autonomous Districts (BTAD) areas in small gro
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The Assam Tribune reports on May 10 that the militants belonging to the Songbijit faction of the National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB-IKS) are shifting towards Bhutan from the Bodoland Territorial Autonomous Districts (BTAD) areas in small groups following pressure mounted against them by Police and Security Forces. Highly placed security sources said that in the last part of April, Police and Security Forces received an input that after suffering severe setbacks in counter-insurgency operations in the last few months, the NDFB-IKS was planning to target Hindi-speaking people, Muslims and members of the Ranjan Daimary faction of the NDFB (NDFB-RD), whom they suspect to be helping the forces in the counter-insurgency operations. Sources said that again in the forenoon of May 1, a message was intercepted by the security agencies that the outfit would launch an attack on Muslims. The intercepts received by the security agencies proved that senior leader of the NDFB-IKS, B Bidai, who was in constant touch with IK Songbijit, who is in Myanmar, orchestrated the recent attacks in BTAD, while another hardcore member Rongabaja was involved in the attacks. The groups which launched the attacks went towards Bhutan immediately. Interestingly, a few months back, Bidai was in touch with a few senior officers of the Assam Police discussing ways to come over ground. But later, he did not come overground and he is now the mastermind of most of the operations of the outfit. Sources also said that the NDFB-IKS militants have managed to make makeshift shelters in Bhutan where they retreat whenever pressure on them is mounted. But they do not have full-fledged camps as was the case before Operation All Clear in December, 2003.
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May - 9 
The Assam Tribune reports that a body of a female minor was recovered near Beki river in Baksa District on May 9 taking the death toll to 41 in the Bodoland Territorial Autonomous Districts (BTAD) violence. Eight more villagers, including seven minor
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The Assam Tribune reports that a body of a female minor was recovered near Beki river in Baksa District on May 9 taking the death toll to 41 in the Bodoland Territorial Autonomous Districts (BTAD) violence. Eight more villagers, including seven minors, are still reportedly missing. However, with no fresh incident of violence reported in the last few days, normalcy is slowly returning to the BTAD.
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May - 9 
The suspects who triggered the May, 1 explosions on board the Bangalore-Guwahati Express at Chennai Central railway station had a base camp near Bangalore (Karnataka), The Times of India reports on May 9. "Teams were sent to Tumkur, Mandya, Ramanagar
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The suspects who triggered the May, 1 explosions on board the Bangalore-Guwahati Express at Chennai Central railway station had a base camp near Bangalore (Karnataka), The Times of India reports on May 9. "Teams were sent to Tumkur, Mandya, Ramanagaram, Magadi, Hosur, Chikkaballapur and other places within 70 km of Bangalore. One team returned with definite clues," Police sources said. According to forensic investigation, the suspects took at least 15 days to prepare the explosives. "The explosives used in the May Day blasts were prepared with local material including ammonium nitrate and detonators. The blasts bore the stamp of Indian Mujahideen," sources said.
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May - 9 
The Telegraph reports on May 10 that Mizoram’s Chief Secretary L. Tochhawng stated that strict vigil will continue along its contentious boundary with Assam. Tochhawng, on May 9, had reviewed the steps taken by the administration of Kolasib District,
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The Telegraph reports on May 10 that Mizoram’s Chief Secretary L. Tochhawng stated that strict vigil will continue along its contentious boundary with Assam. Tochhawng, on May 9, had reviewed the steps taken by the administration of Kolasib District, which shares a boundary with Assam’s Hailakandi District.
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May - 9 
The Telegraph reports that Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) Chief, Hagrama Mohilary, on May 9, rushed to the New Delhi to clear the allegations of the party’s involvement in the BTAD violence. In a meeting with senior officials of the Union Ministry of
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The Telegraph reports that Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) Chief, Hagrama Mohilary, on May 9, rushed to the New Delhi to clear the allegations of the party’s involvement in the BTAD violence. In a meeting with senior officials of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, Mohilary and party leaders argued that the BPF’s name was being dragged into a controversy despite no involvement. “They (BPF) said that their names were being dragged into the controversy even though they were not involved in the violence,” a senior official said. Union Minister of Home Affairs Sushilkumar Shinde in a recent statement had hinted the NDFB (Songbijit) faction might have carried out the attacks. There are, however, no further reports from intelligence agencies since May 3 on the outfit’s role, sources said.
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May - 10 
Separately, a woman Maoist surrendered in Koraput District on May 10, reports The Times of India. The woman Maoist identified as Jambo Mandingi alias Walsi (25), of Rajengipadar village under Narayanpatna Police limits was carrying INR 200,000 rew
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Separately, a woman Maoist surrendered in Koraput District on May 10, reports The Times of India. The woman Maoist identified as Jambo Mandingi alias Walsi (25), of Rajengipadar village under Narayanpatna Police limits was carrying INR 200,000 reward on her head. Police said Mandingi had joined the CPI-Maoist in 2009 and was working for its Koraput-Srikakulam division. "She underwent arms training in Sudishi forest of Narayanpatna and was an expert in use of guns, including LMG and Insas. She is skilled in making landmines and master of guerrilla warfare," said Superintendent of Police (SP) Awinash Kumar. "She was involved in various offensives and was moving with Maoist leader Aruna. Her case has been recommended for approval for rehabilitation under the state government's surrender policy for Maoists," he added.
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May - 10 
A group of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cares attacked Tolo Goluru village under Pottangi Police Station limits in Koraput District and set ablaze four motorcycles and a tractor on May 10, reports The Hindu. Four persons, including th
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A group of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cares attacked Tolo Goluru village under Pottangi Police Station limits in Koraput District and set ablaze four motorcycles and a tractor on May 10, reports The Hindu. Four persons, including the sarpanch (head of Panchayat, village level local self-Government institution), are missing after the attack. The villages fear that they might have been abducted by the Maoists, though the Police are yet to confirm it. The Maoists left posters in the village claiming that the incident was a fallout of the March 4 incident at nearby Mungulivalsa village in which two Maoists were killed during an exchange of fire with Security Forces.
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May - 10 
A Kommu Koya (tribal) dance troupe organiser Patra Mutyam (55), an activist of the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-Marxist), was allegedly shot dead by suspected cadres of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) at the remote Tummala villa
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A Kommu Koya (tribal) dance troupe organiser Patra Mutyam (55), an activist of the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-Marxist), was allegedly shot dead by suspected cadres of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) at the remote Tummala village in Chintur mandal of Khammam District early on March 10, reports The Hindu. Sources said that Mutyam, who also worked as a postman in the past, was whisked away from his house by a group of suspected Maoists around midnight on March 9. He was shot dead by the assailants at a secluded place close to his house next morning. In a letter left behind by the Maoists in the name of Maoist ‘Sabari Area Committee’ it was alleged that Mutyam was acting as a police informer and harassing gullible Adivasis
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May - 10 
Meanwhile, Army troops also recovered arms, ammunition and explosive materials including two AK series rifles from the possession of two slain infiltrating militants who were killed on May 10, when Army troops foiled their infiltration bid along LoC
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Meanwhile, Army troops also recovered arms, ammunition and explosive materials including two AK series rifles from the possession of two slain infiltrating militants who were killed on May 10, when Army troops foiled their infiltration bid along LoC in Poonch District.
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May - 10 
One Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant, identified as Ravish-ul-Islam of Pulwama District in Jammu and Kashmir, was arrested by Pathankot Police at Chakki Bank railway station in Pathankot District of Punjab on May 10, reports Daily Excelsior. Reports
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One Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant, identified as Ravish-ul-Islam of Pulwama District in Jammu and Kashmir, was arrested by Pathankot Police at Chakki Bank railway station in Pathankot District of Punjab on May 10, reports Daily Excelsior. Reports said a District Police Kathua has also deputed a senior Police officer to Pathankot for maintaining liaison with Police there and assist them in interrogation of the militant. Pathankot Police on May 12 produced the militant before a local court in the District and took him on eight days remand for sustained interrogation to ascertain his links with the militants.
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May - 10 
Separately, Tritiya Prashtuti Committee (TPC) cadres Saddam Hussain and Manzoor Alam, allegedly working for the rebel group, were arrested from Karge village under Mandar Police Station in Ranchi District on May 10, while they were going for levy col
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Separately, Tritiya Prashtuti Committee (TPC) cadres Saddam Hussain and Manzoor Alam, allegedly working for the rebel group, were arrested from Karge village under Mandar Police Station in Ranchi District on May 10, while they were going for levy collection from a local businessman, reports The Pioneer. Several arms along with live cartridges were recovered from their possession, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Prabhat Kumar said. “The Police also recovered two a stolen motor cycle along with mobile phones,” said the SSP.
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May - 10 
The Sangai Express on May 11 reports that the NSCN-IM 'chairman' Isak Chisi Swu and 'general secretary' Thuingaleng Muivah will be leaving Dimapur for New Delhi on May 13 to take part in the ongoing peace talks with the Government of India (GoI). The
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The Sangai Express on May 11 reports that the NSCN-IM 'chairman' Isak Chisi Swu and 'general secretary' Thuingaleng Muivah will be leaving Dimapur for New Delhi on May 13 to take part in the ongoing peace talks with the Government of India (GoI). The NSCN-IM leaders have been in Nagaland since March 9 and in two months the leaders had signed the Lenten Agreement with the Naga National Council (NNC) and NSCN-KK group under the aegis of Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR).
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May - 10 
Two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants from Pakistan were killed in fierce gun battle close to the Line of Control (LoC) at forward village of Kalsan in Bigial Dara area of Poonch sector, about 10 kilometers from Poonch town in Poonch District on May 1
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Two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants from Pakistan were killed in fierce gun battle close to the Line of Control (LoC) at forward village of Kalsan in Bigial Dara area of Poonch sector, about 10 kilometers from Poonch town in Poonch District on May 10, reports Daily Excelsior. An Army trooper was injured in the encounter while troops recovered a large quantity of arms, ammunition and explosives from the slain militants. Recoveries indicated that the Pakistani militants were plotting to carry out major terror strikes after their infiltration into Jammu and Kashmir (J&K).
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May - 10 
Two more bodies of minors were recovered near Beki river in Baksa District on May 10, taking the toll in the mayhem allegedly unleashed by the Bodoland People's Front (BPF)-supported miscreants in Bodoland Territorial Autonomous Districts (BTAD) to
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Two more bodies of minors were recovered near Beki river in Baksa District on May 10, taking the toll in the mayhem allegedly unleashed by the Bodoland People's Front (BPF)-supported miscreants in Bodoland Territorial Autonomous Districts (BTAD) to 43, reports The Times of India.
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May - 11 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) 'divisional committee member', identified as Darbari (26) was killed in an exchange of fire with a joint squad of District Reserve Police Force and Special Task Force (STF) who had gone on a search opera
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) 'divisional committee member', identified as Darbari (26) was killed in an exchange of fire with a joint squad of District Reserve Police Force and Special Task Force (STF) who had gone on a search operation in the forests of Korobeda in Narayanpur District on May 11, reports The Pioneer. After the gun battle, Darbari's body was found. He was a resident of Murnar of Kanker District. According to Narayanpur Sub-Divisional Officer of Police (SDOP) CD Tirkey, two more Maoists were killed and around three were stated to have been injured in the action but body of only one Maoist was found. Remaining two bodies were carried away by the insurgents. Two 12 bore guns, a grenade, Naxal [Left-Wing Extremism (LWE)] literature and items of daily use along with medicines were also recovered from the spot.
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May - 11 
According to reports by intelligence agencies, Pakistani operatives are making 'spoofed calls' to the offices of senior Police, intelligence and Army officers besides bureaucrats under the assumed identities of mid-rung defence officers and are seeki
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According to reports by intelligence agencies, Pakistani operatives are making 'spoofed calls' to the offices of senior Police, intelligence and Army officers besides bureaucrats under the assumed identities of mid-rung defence officers and are seeking information regarding government departments and officials, The Times of India reports on May 12. The alert was recently shared with Police agencies. A note by Delhi Police Special Cell's Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Sanjeev Yadav to all units in the Department said, "No classified information to be shared by operators at EPABX exchanges even if the caller has been identified. Persons in doubt about identify of the caller should request for caller number and call back for authentication of identity and call should be terminated in case of doubt." These callers, sources said, often identified themselves as Army, Intelligence Bureau (IB) or Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) officers seeking information on a particular functionary, office or a plan. "The staff officers may get suspect the callers since they identify themselves as from the Army or a government organization. It is necessary that staff in all police stations, special units, anti-terror units, Army units, ministries and agencies like National Investigation Agency (NIA), IB, National Security Guard (NSG) and Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) is briefed properly about such calls," said an officer.
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May - 11 
Also, children are the worst sufferers of the recent carnage in Bodoland Territorial Area District (BTAD) in Assam, reports The Times of India on May 12. Till date 14 bodies of children have been found, 10 are still missing and are feared dead. Even
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Also, children are the worst sufferers of the recent carnage in Bodoland Territorial Area District (BTAD) in Assam, reports The Times of India on May 12. Till date 14 bodies of children have been found, 10 are still missing and are feared dead. Even their condition at the relief camps at Narayanguri in the Baksa District is deplorable with no proper arrangements for babies. Out of the 200 minors at the camp, 85 are in the age group of 0-six years. Altogether 498 people have taken shelter at the relief camps
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May - 11 
Also, People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre, identified as Mohammed Wahidur Rahaman alias Alam was arrested on May 11 during a search operation from Pallel Bazaar in Chandel District, reports Kanglaonline. A mobile Phone was recov
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Also, People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre, identified as Mohammed Wahidur Rahaman alias Alam was arrested on May 11 during a search operation from Pallel Bazaar in Chandel District, reports Kanglaonline. A mobile Phone was recovered from him.
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May - 11 
Also, the New Trade Union Initiative, while condemning the recent violence in BTAD, has called for immediate repeal of the Bodo Accord and implementation of the Bhupinder Singh Committee recommendations, reports The Assam Tribune on May 12. The Assam
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Also, the New Trade Union Initiative, while condemning the recent violence in BTAD, has called for immediate repeal of the Bodo Accord and implementation of the Bhupinder Singh Committee recommendations, reports The Assam Tribune on May 12. The Assam Government undermined the report of the Bhupinder Singh Committee (which was formed by the then Central Government in 1991) that proposed a democratic framework with multiple levels of autonomy which, if implemented, could have ensured the rights of all communities including the Bodos, it said.
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May - 11 
ANVC-B ‘chairman’, Rimpu Marak, on May 11, issued a statement appealing to the District authorities to cautiously handle the recent assault case of the 12 girls in Tura, West Garo Hills, reports The Sentinel. The ANVC-B has pointed the alleged role o
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ANVC-B ‘chairman’, Rimpu Marak, on May 11, issued a statement appealing to the District authorities to cautiously handle the recent assault case of the 12 girls in Tura, West Garo Hills, reports The Sentinel. The ANVC-B has pointed the alleged role of ANVC cadres in the assault case, adds The Shillong Times.
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May - 11 
Army arrested one person and recovered cache of arms and ammunition from his possession and recovered a live grenade from Trikolbal area near Pattan town of Baramulla District on May 11, reports Daily Excelsior. An Army Spokesman said, “During the se
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Army arrested one person and recovered cache of arms and ammunition from his possession and recovered a live grenade from Trikolbal area near Pattan town of Baramulla District on May 11, reports Daily Excelsior. An Army Spokesman said, “During the search, cache of arms and ammunition which includes four 12 bore rifles, 550 grams gunpowder, 100 grams pellets and other parts used for manufacturing of weapons along with 10 fired cartridges and one live cartridge was recovered.”
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May - 11 
Army on May 11 foiled infiltration attempt along the Line of Control (LoC) in Nangi Tekri area of Krishna Ghati Sector in Poonch District, reports Daily Excelsior. The intrusion bid by the militants was backed by Pakistani troops, which resorted to c
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Army on May 11 foiled infiltration attempt along the Line of Control (LoC) in Nangi Tekri area of Krishna Ghati Sector in Poonch District, reports Daily Excelsior. The intrusion bid by the militants was backed by Pakistani troops, which resorted to ceasefire violation at the same time from their posts when the infiltrators tried to enter into this side. Official sources said troops observed movement of the militants trying to infiltrate into the Indian territory from Nangi Tekri along the LoC at around 11 pm and opened firing. Simultaneously, Pakistan Army also opened firing in violation of ceasefire agreement giving cover to the infiltrators. However, effective retaliation by the troops thwarted the plot of the militants to infiltrate into this side.
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May - 11 
Faizan Azmi alias Faizan Ahmed Sultan, the UAE-based laundry businessman who was arrested on May 2 by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), allegedly helped procure Sharjah work visas for five suspected Indian Mujahideen (IM) operatives in the yea
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Faizan Azmi alias Faizan Ahmed Sultan, the UAE-based laundry businessman who was arrested on May 2 by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), allegedly helped procure Sharjah work visas for five suspected Indian Mujahideen (IM) operatives in the year 2009 as they attempted to flee India in the wake of a Police crackdown after the September 2008 Batla House encounter in Delhi, Indian Express reports on May 12. Azmi is said to have facilitated the visas for Salman alias Fahad Ansari alias Chhotu, Dr Shahnawaz Alam, Mohammed Khalid, Mohammed Sajid alias Bada Sajid, all currently on the NIA’s most wanted list and Abu Rashid Sheikh alias Danda. The role of Faizan Azmi emerged during the interrogation of Salman, the only person from the group that escaped to have been arrested. Salman was held in 2010 and the revelation came out during his interrogation in the Chinnaswamy Stadium (Bangalore) blast case of April 17, 2010.
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May - 11 
India: ANVC-B reiterates its demand for designated camp in Khasi Hills of Meghalaya The Shillong Times on May 12 reports that the Breakaway faction of the A’chik National Volunteers’ Council (ANVC-B) reiterated its demand for a designated camp in K
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India: ANVC-B reiterates its demand for designated camp in Khasi Hills of Meghalaya The Shillong Times on May 12 reports that the Breakaway faction of the A’chik National Volunteers’ Council (ANVC-B) reiterated its demand for a designated camp in Khasi Hills for its cadres, stating that there would be “no solution” if the camp was not established. The latest reiteration has come at a time when the search for two designated camps one in North Garo Hills and the other along the border of West Khasi Hills-South West Khasi Hills is still going on and political parties such as Khun Hynniewtrep National Awakening Movement (KHNAM) and Hill States People’s Democratic Party (HSPDP) along with pressure groups have opposed the move to establish the designated camp in the Khasi Hills. ANVC-B 'publicity secretary' Doang Shira stated that “ANVC-B will not step back in our demand for a camp in the Khasi hills. No camp in Khasi hills will mean no solution. ANVC-B is firm in its demand to have a camp in Khasi hills. Opposing groups are making the situation vulnerable and non-conducive, for which, we should not be held responsible. If they were sincerely objecting to our demands, we would like to see them come to our areas and make their demands”. He also said that ANVC-B was only demanding their rights.
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May - 11 
Kanglaonline reports that Bishnupur District Police Commandos arrested a militant identified as Naocha alias Tombason from Utlou Chanura Bazar in Bishnupur District on May 11. In a follow up operation, a woman cadre, identified as Oinam Kunjarani was
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Kanglaonline reports that Bishnupur District Police Commandos arrested a militant identified as Naocha alias Tombason from Utlou Chanura Bazar in Bishnupur District on May 11. In a follow up operation, a woman cadre, identified as Oinam Kunjarani was arrested from Bishnupur Bazar area on the same date. Both militants belong to Progressive faction of People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK-Pro).
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May - 11 
Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) invoked the Unlawful Activities and Prevention Act (UAPA) in a recent Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) case, dnaindia.com reports on May 12. A report by the Currency Note Press in Nashik (Maharashtra), stating t
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Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) invoked the Unlawful Activities and Prevention Act (UAPA) in a recent Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) case, dnaindia.com reports on May 12. A report by the Currency Note Press in Nashik (Maharashtra), stating that the FICN were of very high quality, prompted the ATS to go for UAPA. The squad on May 10 made its fifth arrest in the case from West Bengal. In April, they had arrested four people from Borivli (W) and had seized FICN with a face value of INR 1,36,000. During interrogation, they had revealed involvement of two more associates Mohammad Ibrahim Mohammad Nasir Shaikh and Mohammad Tariq Anwar in the crime. "When we went to arrest Ibrahim, we found that he had burnt few fake notes that were there in his possession and damaged his mobile phone. We had seized samples of burnt notes and pieces of his mobile phone and sent them for forensic analysis," said an ATS officer, requesting anonymity.
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May - 11 
Nagaland Post on May 12 reports that one cadre belonging to Naga National Council-Non-Accordist (NNC-NA), identified as 'corporal' Setangliba Sangtam of Kehor village under ‘2nd Brigade’ has been terminated for his alleged involvement in anti-social
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Nagaland Post on May 12 reports that one cadre belonging to Naga National Council-Non-Accordist (NNC-NA), identified as 'corporal' Setangliba Sangtam of Kehor village under ‘2nd Brigade’ has been terminated for his alleged involvement in anti-social activities and misconduct of the 'army rule' as laid down by ‘naga army’ NNC-NA.
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May - 11 
Nagaland Post reports on May 17 that a ‘town commander’ belonging to Khole-Kitovi faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-KK), identified as ‘captain’ Akato Zhimo was arrested by Security Forces (SFs) from Ampihoto Colony of Zunheboto
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Nagaland Post reports on May 17 that a ‘town commander’ belonging to Khole-Kitovi faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-KK), identified as ‘captain’ Akato Zhimo was arrested by Security Forces (SFs) from Ampihoto Colony of Zunheboto District on May 11. A .22 pistol, magazine, silencer, gunpowder, live and misfired rounds and fake vehicle number plates were recovered from him.
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May - 11 
Nagaland Post reports on May 17 that a ‘town commander’ belonging to Khole-Kitovi faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-KK), identified as ‘captain’ Akato Zhimo was arrested by Security Forces (SFs) from Ampihoto Colony of Zunheboto
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Nagaland Post reports on May 17 that a ‘town commander’ belonging to Khole-Kitovi faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-KK), identified as ‘captain’ Akato Zhimo was arrested by Security Forces (SFs) from Ampihoto Colony of Zunheboto District on May 11. A .22 pistol, magazine, silencer, gunpowder, live and misfired rounds and fake vehicle number plates were recovered from him.
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May - 11 
Pakistan intelligence agency Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), is making efforts to get a sample of the sand in Pokhran (Rajasthan), The Times of India reports on May 12. According to an intelligence source, "ISI had launched its spies and agents wh
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Pakistan intelligence agency Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), is making efforts to get a sample of the sand in Pokhran (Rajasthan), The Times of India reports on May 12. According to an intelligence source, "ISI had launched its spies and agents whose objective was to take sand from this place. ISI wants to test the sand and analyze how the testing was done scientifically and technically. But due to the alertness of [Border Security Force] BSF jawans [troopers], their objective so far has not seen the light of the day." Defence Spokesperson S.D. Goswami said, "Guarding and protecting the defence land is the responsibility of the local military authority. As such, all defence land falls under restricted area zone where permission for civilian freedom of movement is strictly monitored and depends on case to case."
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May - 11 
Seven C-60 anti-Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) Police Commandos were killed and two critically injured when Maoists blew up a Police vehicle in the Chamorshi division of Gadchiroli District on May 11, reports The Times of India. The inc
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Seven C-60 anti-Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) Police Commandos were killed and two critically injured when Maoists blew up a Police vehicle in the Chamorshi division of Gadchiroli District on May 11, reports The Times of India. The incident occurred early morning of May 11, when the specialized C-60 anti-Maoist operations force were moving for an operational task in the forest between Pavimuranda and Murmuri villages in Chamorshi taluka (administrative unit) of the District. After the landmine blast, there was an exchange of fire between the Police and Maoists.
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May - 11 
The Madhya Pradesh's (MP) Ujjain module of Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) led by Irfan Nagori had drawn an explosive jailbreak blueprint to free their leader Safdar Nagori from Sabarmati Central Jail in Ahmedabad, The Times of India report
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The Madhya Pradesh's (MP) Ujjain module of Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) led by Irfan Nagori had drawn an explosive jailbreak blueprint to free their leader Safdar Nagori from Sabarmati Central Jail in Ahmedabad, The Times of India reports on May 12. These details are part of the 17,000-page charge-sheet filed by the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) against 12 SIMI operatives, including its MP 'chief', Abu Faisal on May 12, before chief judicial magistrate (CJM) Pankaj Maheshweri. "Plan was to plant explosives, blast the wall open at the opening of the tunnel and escape with Safdar Nagori in one of the three four wheelers parked outside the jail," reads the charge-sheet. The recce was done 15 days before the plot to blast the Gujarat's high security Jail's wall was busted after the prison authorities stumbled upon and 18-foot tunnel on its premises on February 11, 2013, they said. Digging of tunnel had left the jail officials, Gujarat Police and intelligence officials worried as the prison had 14 accused of the Ahmedabad serial blasts including Safdar Nagori. In May 2013, Gujarat crime branch had filed a charge-sheet into the Sabarmati jail break bid case, naming 24 persons, including SIMI leader Safdar Nagori and others under Sections 130, 224 and 102 (B) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) as well as Sections 42 and 45 of the Prison Act. None from Ujjian including Irfan Nagori figures in the crime branch's charge-sheet. Accused had dug up a long tunnel in the 'Chhota Chakkar' area of the prison. Irfan, Javed Nagori, Abdul Aziz, Mohammed Adil and Abdul Wahid were among those arrested from Topkhana locality of Ujjain on January 1, 2014 following information given by five other SIMI activists who were taken into custody in two different operations in MP and Maharashtra. Among those arrested from Sendhwain in MP was Abu Fazal alias Doctor who had escaped from Khandwa jail in the intervening night between September 30 and October 1, 2013.
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May - 11 
The Telegraph reports that Police intercepted a car at Chapaguri in Chirang District and recovered a M-16 rifle with silencer, a 303 rifle and 140 rounds of ammunition on May 11. Police said the arms were being brought from Dimapur (Nagaland) for IK
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The Telegraph reports that Police intercepted a car at Chapaguri in Chirang District and recovered a M-16 rifle with silencer, a 303 rifle and 140 rounds of ammunition on May 11. Police said the arms were being brought from Dimapur (Nagaland) for IK Songbijit faction National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) cadres. One person has also been arrested.
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The Times of India reports that cabinet minister Siddique Ahmed, on May 11, alleged that violence in BTAD occurred because strong action had not been taken against the perpetrators in 2008. "Had proper action been taken against those who perpetrated
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The Times of India reports that cabinet minister Siddique Ahmed, on May 11, alleged that violence in BTAD occurred because strong action had not been taken against the perpetrators in 2008. "Had proper action been taken against those who perpetrated violence in Udalguri District of BTAD in 2008, killings would not have rocked the area in 2012 and 2014. The repetition of violence in BTAD is a result of the guilty not being punished," Ahmed said.
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May - 11 
Three cadres belonging to Left Wing Extremist (LWE) groups were arrested in separate incidents in Jharkhand, on May 11, reports The Business Standard. Security Forces (SFs) arrested a People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI) ‘commander’ identified a
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Three cadres belonging to Left Wing Extremist (LWE) groups were arrested in separate incidents in Jharkhand, on May 11, reports The Business Standard. Security Forces (SFs) arrested a People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI) ‘commander’ identified as Gulab Khatri and a member of its firing squad, Vinay Gop, around Jorag forests in Raidih of Gumla District. A country-made pistol, some bullets and INR 2000 were also recovered from them.
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May - 12 
On May 12, two persons, identified as Kanheyi Lal Meshram and Bijay Verma were arrested along with Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) with a face value of INR 220,000, one laptop and two printers at Nuapada railway station in Nuapada District, repo
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On May 12, two persons, identified as Kanheyi Lal Meshram and Bijay Verma were arrested along with Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) with a face value of INR 220,000, one laptop and two printers at Nuapada railway station in Nuapada District, reports New Indian Express. The seized notes were of 1,000, 500 and 100 denomination. Further investigation is on to arrest more persons involved in the racket. The accused will be forwarded to court on May 13 (today).
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May - 12 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres have killed two local tribal leaders, identified as Taudu Pateli, a former sarpanch (head of village level local self government institution) and Baladaboi Simalu of Talagoluru village under Pottang
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres have killed two local tribal leaders, identified as Taudu Pateli, a former sarpanch (head of village level local self government institution) and Baladaboi Simalu of Talagoluru village under Pottangi Police Station limits in Koraput District on May 12, alleging them to be Police informers, reports The Hindu. They were among the four persons abducted by the Maoists on May 11. The other two abducted persons were identified as Taudu Pateli’ wife and Baladaboi Pati, a sarpanch. Srikakulam-Koraput Divisional Committee (SKDC) of the Maoists claimed responsibility for the murders.
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May - 12 
Further, amidst apprehensions about militant-sponsored disturbance before and after May 16, the date for Lok Sabha polls results declaration, Assam Police chief Khagen Sarma informed that the State is well-equipped to thwart any kind of nefarious des
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Further, amidst apprehensions about militant-sponsored disturbance before and after May 16, the date for Lok Sabha polls results declaration, Assam Police chief Khagen Sarma informed that the State is well-equipped to thwart any kind of nefarious design, reports The Assam Tribune on May 13
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Further, the Lower Assam NGO Forum (LANF), under the banner of NGOs United for Peace, on May 12, started a peace march (Shanti Yatra) in violence–affected places of Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) region with the message of peace and communal harm
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Further, the Lower Assam NGO Forum (LANF), under the banner of NGOs United for Peace, on May 12, started a peace march (Shanti Yatra) in violence–affected places of Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) region with the message of peace and communal harmony, reports The Sentinel on May 12.
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May - 12 
IBN Live reports that one more body was recovered on May 12 in Baksa District. The body of a 65-year-old lady, identified as Mosa Bhanu, was fished out from the Beki river in Narayanguri, an senior official said. Earlier, two more bodies of have been
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IBN Live reports that one more body was recovered on May 12 in Baksa District. The body of a 65-year-old lady, identified as Mosa Bhanu, was fished out from the Beki river in Narayanguri, an senior official said. Earlier, two more bodies of have been recovered in Assam's Baksa and Barpeta Districts on May 11, taking the toll to 46 in attacks in the Bodoland Territorial Areas District (BTAD) of the State, reports Firstpost.com.
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May - 12 
In a bid to infiltrate more militants, Pakistani troops continued violation of ceasefire along Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch District by targeting Indian posts on May 12, reports Daily Excelsior. “Pakistani troops resorted to firing from small arms
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In a bid to infiltrate more militants, Pakistani troops continued violation of ceasefire along Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch District by targeting Indian posts on May 12, reports Daily Excelsior. “Pakistani troops resorted to firing from small arms on four Indian posts along the LoC in Krishna Ghati sector of Poonch District from 9.40 pm last night,” official sources said. Troops guarding the border fired back resulting in intermittent exchanges of fire, they said, adding, “firing exchanges continued for a brief period”. There was no death, injury or damage to anyone on this side of the LoC due to the firing, Army Spokesman Colonel Manish Mehta said.
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In a separate incident, a 312 bore gun, a 12 bore gun, live cartridges of 12 bore gun, detonators, wire, a camera flash, a walkie-talkie and commodities of daily use were seized from the Maoists following an encounter in forests of Rengabeda village
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In a separate incident, a 312 bore gun, a 12 bore gun, live cartridges of 12 bore gun, detonators, wire, a camera flash, a walkie-talkie and commodities of daily use were seized from the Maoists following an encounter in forests of Rengabeda village under Dhaudai Police Station in Narayanpur District on May 11, reports The Pioneer. The Maoists had attacked a joint Police party of Chhattisgarh Armed Force (CAF) and District Force (DF) while the Police party was on a combing operation, SDOP CD Tirkey said. The exchange of fire lasted for about an hour and later on Maoists disappeared in the dense forests he said.
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In another incident, two Bangladeshi smugglers were also arrested by BSF troops of BOP Dawki in West Jaintia Hills District, while they were trying to cross the International Border near BP No. 1273/6–S on May 12. The apprehended persons were identif
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In another incident, two Bangladeshi smugglers were also arrested by BSF troops of BOP Dawki in West Jaintia Hills District, while they were trying to cross the International Border near BP No. 1273/6–S on May 12. The apprehended persons were identified as Md Rippan and Md Sippan. During the search, fourteen bottles of liquor, INR 1910, Bangladeshi Taka worth 100 and two mobile phones with two Bangladeshi SIM cards were recovered from their possession.
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Inspector-General of Police S.N. Singh on May 12 told The Telegraph that the toll has gone up to 46 (Baksa 39 and Kokrajhar seven) and the number of those arrested to 30. “There has been no fresh incident of violence since May 2. Five NDFB (S) [Natio
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Inspector-General of Police S.N. Singh on May 12 told The Telegraph that the toll has gone up to 46 (Baksa 39 and Kokrajhar seven) and the number of those arrested to 30. “There has been no fresh incident of violence since May 2. Five NDFB (S) [National Democratic Front of Bodoland – Songbijit] cadres have surrendered today, four in Dhemaji and one in Baksa. We have also seen the recovery of five arms and 45 rounds of live ammunition,” Singh said.
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May - 12 
Meanwhile 'chairman' of United A’chik Liberation Army (UALA), Chiindik Marak has strongly backed the dissolution of the A’chik Mothers’ Association (AMA) some of whose top leaders were arrested by the Tura Police for their involvement in the illegal
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Meanwhile 'chairman' of United A’chik Liberation Army (UALA), Chiindik Marak has strongly backed the dissolution of the A’chik Mothers’ Association (AMA) some of whose top leaders were arrested by the Tura Police for their involvement in the illegal abduction, confinement and torture of 12 young girls recently.
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Meanwhile, ‘chairman’ of United National Liberation Front (UNLF), RK Meghen alias Sanayaima was produced before the National Investigation Agency (NIA) Court, Guwahati on May 12, reports Kanglaonline. The NIA has charged 19 members of UNLF including
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Meanwhile, ‘chairman’ of United National Liberation Front (UNLF), RK Meghen alias Sanayaima was produced before the National Investigation Agency (NIA) Court, Guwahati on May 12, reports Kanglaonline. The NIA has charged 19 members of UNLF including Meghen with multiple cases including waging war against India, extortion and procuring arms from foreign countries. UNLF chief was reportedly arrested on November 30, 2010 in Bihar’s East Champaran District, while trying to cross over to India from Bangladesh. The claim is denied by the outfit alleging that Meghen was abducted by Indian and Bangladeshi security services in Dhaka on September 29, 2010 and forcibly brought to India
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Meanwhile, a sericulture official Roster Bolchugre was abducted by four unidentified armed militants on May 12 from Madan Jira under Aradonga outpost in West Khasi Hills District.
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Meanwhile, a sericulture official Roster Bolchugre was abducted by four unidentified armed militants on May 12 from Madan Jira under Aradonga outpost in West Khasi Hills District.
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May - 12 
Meanwhile, the Assam Government, on May 12, claimed that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had taken the help of the Songbijit faction of the NDFB (NDFB-IKS), in Lok Sabha (Lower House of Indian Parliament) polls for electoral gains in the State, repo
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Meanwhile, the Assam Government, on May 12, claimed that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had taken the help of the Songbijit faction of the NDFB (NDFB-IKS), in Lok Sabha (Lower House of Indian Parliament) polls for electoral gains in the State, reports The Telegraph.
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Meanwhile, the Police have altogether arrested 27 persons, including forest guards, in connection with the attacks and have launched a hunt for forest official Amiyo Kumar Brahma who was picked up for questioning immediately after the Narayanguri att
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Meanwhile, the Police have altogether arrested 27 persons, including forest guards, in connection with the attacks and have launched a hunt for forest official Amiyo Kumar Brahma who was picked up for questioning immediately after the Narayanguri attack on May 2 but was later released, reports The Telegraph on May 13. Brahma is absconding. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is probing the violence following a request by the State Government.
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Rajasthan High Court on May 12 turned down the prayer of five Jaipur (Rajasthan) blast accused of May 13, 2008 for a joint trial of their cases instead of different cases at several places, reports The Times of India. The court of Justice Mahesh Chan
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Rajasthan High Court on May 12 turned down the prayer of five Jaipur (Rajasthan) blast accused of May 13, 2008 for a joint trial of their cases instead of different cases at several places, reports The Times of India. The court of Justice Mahesh Chandra Sharma turned down the plea as at this stage it is not possible to pool all the cases against the accused. Rajasthan Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) had arrested five people in connection with the blast while four are still absconding. Two have died in the Batla house encounter of 2008. Altogether, eight First Information Reports (FIRs) were registered and in seven cases charges were framed while in one case statements of witnesses are being recorded. The five arrested are Shahbaz Ahmed, Mohammad Sarvan, Mohammad Salman, Saif ur Rehman, and Mohammad Saif. Meanwhile, Saif-ur-Rehman has been shifted to Ahmedabad (Gujarat) to face charges in the July 2008 blasts case there. Yet another accused Mohammed Salman, who has been discharged in the Delhi blast case is also an accused in the case.
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May - 12 
Security Forces (SFs) so far in 2014 have recovered approximately 244 kilograms of heroin from the International Border in Punjab, along with arms and Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN), reports NDTV. "We have seized 243.6 kgs of heroin along with fake
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Security Forces (SFs) so far in 2014 have recovered approximately 244 kilograms of heroin from the International Border in Punjab, along with arms and Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN), reports NDTV. "We have seized 243.6 kgs of heroin along with fake Indian currencies, arms and other drugs till now," Punjab Director General (DG) for Seema Suraksha Bal (SSB) Ajay Kumar Tomar said. Apart from FICN with a face value of INR 4,00,000, 12 arms, 20 magazines and opium has also been confiscated from the border. "The increase in smuggling can be gauged from the fact that 322 kgs of the drug was seized last year [2013], whereas this year [2014] the figure has gone to 244 kgs in the first four months," he said. Three infiltrators and three smugglers have also been killed, he said. Apart from these, a few Indian smugglers and Bangladeshi citizens have also been arrested from the borders.
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May - 12 
Senior Congress Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Anjan Dutta, on May 12, urged the Congress leadership to review its ties with coalition partner BPF, which has been accused of being involved in the BTAD killings, reports The Telegraph.
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Senior Congress Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Anjan Dutta, on May 12, urged the Congress leadership to review its ties with coalition partner BPF, which has been accused of being involved in the BTAD killings, reports The Telegraph.
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May - 12 
Separately, a self-styled ‘area commander’ of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Sanjay Bodra alias Tata alias Birsa Bodra, was arrested with arms and ammunition from Nathi Bazar (market) area under Karaikela Police Stati
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Separately, a self-styled ‘area commander’ of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Sanjay Bodra alias Tata alias Birsa Bodra, was arrested with arms and ammunition from Nathi Bazar (market) area under Karaikela Police Station limits in West Singhbhum District. He was the ‘area commander’ of the Porahat Sub-Zone, Superintendent of Police (SP) NK Singh said. The Police recovered a country-made pistol, two live cartridges, Maoist literature and posters from him.
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May - 12 
The overall situation in the entire Baksa District is under control with imposition of curfew during the night hours, reports The Assam Tribune on May 13.
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The overall situation in the entire Baksa District is under control with imposition of curfew during the night hours, reports The Assam Tribune on May 13.
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May - 12 
The Sangai Express on May 13 reports that Progressive faction of PREPAK (PREPEK-PRO) stated that the outfit does not have any connection with Longjam Sanjit Singh who was arrested along with a mobile handset and a SIM card from Yairipok Bazar in Thou
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The Sangai Express on May 13 reports that Progressive faction of PREPAK (PREPEK-PRO) stated that the outfit does not have any connection with Longjam Sanjit Singh who was arrested along with a mobile handset and a SIM card from Yairipok Bazar in Thoubal District on May 8.
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May - 12 
The Sangai Express reports that two United Nation Liberation Front (UNLF) militants were arrested in separate incidents in Manipur. A militant of the outfit, identified as Lata was arrested by Security Forces (SFs) while conducting a frisking search
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The Sangai Express reports that two United Nation Liberation Front (UNLF) militants were arrested in separate incidents in Manipur. A militant of the outfit, identified as Lata was arrested by Security Forces (SFs) while conducting a frisking search on Nongpok Kakching to Leikoching road in Thoubal District on May 12. A .32 pistol with a magazine and three live rounds along with two hand grenades were recovered from her possession. In another incident, SFs arrested a another militant of the same outfit, identified as Laishram Sanajaoba when they stopped a vehicle travelling from Moreh to Imphal, at Tengnoupal check post in Chandel District for checking. A 9mm pistol with a magazine and five live rounds were recovered from his possession.
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May - 12 
The Shillong Times on May 13 reports that the State Home Department is yet to decide on the allotment of designated camps to the Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer council (ANVC-B). There were reports of confrontation as the militant outfi
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The Shillong Times on May 13 reports that the State Home Department is yet to decide on the allotment of designated camps to the Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer council (ANVC-B). There were reports of confrontation as the militant outfit wanted a camp in West Khasi Hills or South West Khasi Hills Districts whereas several pressure groups from these Districts opposed the move. Home Minister Roshan Warjri said, on May 12, that “The Government has not decided anything, and we have not discussed the matter”. The government had asked the Deputy Commissioners of South West Khasi Hills and North Garo Hills to identify suitable area for setting up of one camp each for ANVC-B. But recently the South West Khasi Hills District Administration told the Government that land was not available to set up a camp for ANVC-B.
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May - 12 
The Telegraph reports that a number of student organisations and Non Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in Kokrajhar District, on May 12, joined hands in protest against the continued violence in BTAD, while the National Commission for Minorities sugg
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The Telegraph reports that a number of student organisations and Non Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in Kokrajhar District, on May 12, joined hands in protest against the continued violence in BTAD, while the National Commission for Minorities suggested Dispur set up fast-track courts for quick disposal of the violence-related cases in the area. The protesters demanded seizure of illegal arms, security for every citizen in the BTAD and punishment for the culprits involved in the killings.
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May - 13 
Four Peoples Liberation Front of India (PLFI) cadres were injured in Police encounter at Talagada in Sundargarh District on May 13, reports The Pioneer. A special team of the Rourkela Police reached Talladega on the outskirts of the city on a tip-
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Four Peoples Liberation Front of India (PLFI) cadres were injured in Police encounter at Talagada in Sundargarh District on May 13, reports The Pioneer. A special team of the Rourkela Police reached Talladega on the outskirts of the city on a tip-off that some armed PLFI cadres were camping there. Seeing the Police, the PLFI cadres opened fire at them, leading to an exchange of fire between them and four PLFI cadres were seriously injured in it, Police sources said. Rest PLFI cadres managed to flee from the spot, it said.
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May - 13 
The court of XIII metropolitan magistrate in Egmore (Chennai) on May 13 extended the judicial custody of suspected Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agent Sakir Hussain by 15 days, reports The Times of India. 'Q' branch officers arrested Hussain o
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The court of XIII metropolitan magistrate in Egmore (Chennai) on May 13 extended the judicial custody of suspected Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agent Sakir Hussain by 15 days, reports The Times of India. 'Q' branch officers arrested Hussain on April 29. According to Police, he confessed that ISI has plans to attack the US consulate in Chennai and a few places in Bangalore (Karnataka
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May - 13 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Purna Huluka alias Khatru was shot dead in an exchange of fire with District Voluntary Force (DVF) personnel in Narayanpatna in Koraput District on May 13, reports The Pioneer. Polic
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Purna Huluka alias Khatru was shot dead in an exchange of fire with District Voluntary Force (DVF) personnel in Narayanpatna in Koraput District on May 13, reports The Pioneer. Police said, Purna Huluka was from Basanaput village, carrying a cash reward of INR 100,000 on his head. Khatru, an armed cadre of the CPI-Maoist was involved in several heinous crimes, including several murders in Narayanpatna and Bandhugaon areas in the District, Police added.
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May - 13 
Also, in response to the request by Assam Government, the Centre has agreed to dispatch 30 companies of additional paramilitary forces to augment security measures in the violence-affected BTC areas of Assam, reports The Shillong Times. “We have aske
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Also, in response to the request by Assam Government, the Centre has agreed to dispatch 30 companies of additional paramilitary forces to augment security measures in the violence-affected BTC areas of Assam, reports The Shillong Times. “We have asked for 50 companies (100 personnel each) from the Home Ministry to maintain law and order in BTAD. Of them, 30 companies will be provided by the Centre,” Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi told a press conference on May 13.
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May - 13 
Also, on the same date, a militant belonging to the Military Defence Force faction of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP-MDF), identified as Nandeibam Meghachandra alias Loya was arrested from his residence and a Chinese hand grenade was recovered from
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Also, on the same date, a militant belonging to the Military Defence Force faction of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP-MDF), identified as Nandeibam Meghachandra alias Loya was arrested from his residence and a Chinese hand grenade was recovered from him.
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May - 13 
Also, the Khasi Students Union (KSU) West Khasi Hills District, in an emergency meeting, provided the Government with a two-week deadline to scrap the order for setting up the ANVC-B designated camp and also to scrap the order of removal of the Home
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Also, the Khasi Students Union (KSU) West Khasi Hills District, in an emergency meeting, provided the Government with a two-week deadline to scrap the order for setting up the ANVC-B designated camp and also to scrap the order of removal of the Home Guard Border Wing from Kyrshai. KSU demanded that the Home Guard wing should be upgraded to a police outpost considering that the government of Assam might be emboldened to encroach into Meghalaya land at Kyrshai.
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May - 13 
Further, Khun Hynniewtrep National Awakening Movement (KHNAM) and Hill State People's Democratic Party (HSPDP) and local headmen of various villages of west Khasi Hills District have strongly criticised Governments decision to open camps for ANVC-B i
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Further, Khun Hynniewtrep National Awakening Movement (KHNAM) and Hill State People's Democratic Party (HSPDP) and local headmen of various villages of west Khasi Hills District have strongly criticised Governments decision to open camps for ANVC-B in the District
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May - 13 
Further, on May 13, two militants belonging to Lamyanba Khuman faction of KCP (KCP- Lamyanba Khuman) identified as Laishram Raju and his wife Laishram Patti Devi were arrested from Lamlai Bazaar in Bishnupur District.
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Further, on May 13, two militants belonging to Lamyanba Khuman faction of KCP (KCP- Lamyanba Khuman) identified as Laishram Raju and his wife Laishram Patti Devi were arrested from Lamlai Bazaar in Bishnupur District.
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May - 13 
Meanwhile the NSCN-IM ‘chairman’ Isak Chisi Swu and ‘general secretary’ Thuingaleng Muivah have left for Delhi, on May 13, to participate in the ongoing peace talks. Swu and Muivah were accompanied by senior NSCN-IM leaders Rev Puni and Tongmeth. Tho
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Meanwhile the NSCN-IM ‘chairman’ Isak Chisi Swu and ‘general secretary’ Thuingaleng Muivah have left for Delhi, on May 13, to participate in the ongoing peace talks. Swu and Muivah were accompanied by senior NSCN-IM leaders Rev Puni and Tongmeth. Though formal talks are likely to be held only after the next Government is formed, the IM leaders had left for Delhi this early as they have to meet with ‘important people’. A source from NSCN-IM stated that “So much ground works are to be attended by our leaders in Delhi”. NSCN-IM leaders have been in Nagaland since March 9.
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May - 13 
Meanwhile, two 303 rifles with ammunition were taken away from the Personal Security Officer (PSO) of Bhakta Hira, a trader, in the night of may 13 at Kherbari in Sonitpur District, reports The Telegraph.
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Meanwhile, two 303 rifles with ammunition were taken away from the Personal Security Officer (PSO) of Bhakta Hira, a trader, in the night of may 13 at Kherbari in Sonitpur District, reports The Telegraph.
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May - 13 
Nagaland Post on May 14 reports that Khole-Kitovi faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-KK) conducted a formal reception programme for sixteen members of Non Accordist faction Naga National Council (NNC-NA) who joined NSCN-KK at des
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Nagaland Post on May 14 reports that Khole-Kitovi faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-KK) conducted a formal reception programme for sixteen members of Non Accordist faction Naga National Council (NNC-NA) who joined NSCN-KK at designated camp Khehoi in Dimapur on May 13. According to a ‘Ministry of Information and Publicity’ (MIP) press release, Alezo Venuh, the Envoy to ‘collective leadership’, said that although it was a usual norm for revolutionary groups to oppose one another “it should not continue forever”. He also stated that said “divisions among the Naga brethrens would not bring any solution but create further problems” and further went on to add that “nothing good can come out of Naga Nationalism if there is no unity among brothers”.
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May - 13 
Nagaland Post, on May 14, reports that the Security Forces (SFs) arrested K Kihovi Awomi, a Tatar (Member of Parliament) of Isak-Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) from a house in Lhoto Colony, Ganesh Nagar in Dimapur
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Nagaland Post, on May 14, reports that the Security Forces (SFs) arrested K Kihovi Awomi, a Tatar (Member of Parliament) of Isak-Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) from a house in Lhoto Colony, Ganesh Nagar in Dimapur District. A .25 Pistol, one .22 Pump Action Rifle and assorted ammunition were recovered from him.
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May - 13 
One person, identified as Suresh Chandrakar was arrested by Sonepur Police on May 13 for his alleged involvement in circulation of Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) in Sonepur District, reports New Indian Express.
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One person, identified as Suresh Chandrakar was arrested by Sonepur Police on May 13 for his alleged involvement in circulation of Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) in Sonepur District, reports New Indian Express.
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May - 13 
Security Forces (SFs) on May 13 recovered arms and ammunitions from Kuntia forest area under Sonua Police Station limits of West Singhbhum District, reports Zee News. Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and District Armed Police personnel launched a
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Security Forces (SFs) on May 13 recovered arms and ammunitions from Kuntia forest area under Sonua Police Station limits of West Singhbhum District, reports Zee News. Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and District Armed Police personnel launched a search operation in the forest and recovered 17 detonators, three .303 bore service rifles and 170 cartridges, said CRPF Commandant Asgar Habib. The search operation was cSonducted following a lead provided by Communist Party of India-Maoists (CPI-Maoist) ‘area commander’ Sanjay Bodra, who was arrested from Karaikela Police Station area on May 11.
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May - 13 
Separately, a former additional director general (ADG) of the Border Security Force (BSF), PK Mishra, on May 13, alleged a nexus between bureaucrats and illegal Bangladeshis saying, bureaucrats and Forest Department officials in Assam sold large trac
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Separately, a former additional director general (ADG) of the Border Security Force (BSF), PK Mishra, on May 13, alleged a nexus between bureaucrats and illegal Bangladeshis saying, bureaucrats and Forest Department officials in Assam sold large tracts of forest land to illegal Bangladeshi migrants with fraudulent process, reports The Sentinel. Mishra was deployed in the extreme areas along the India–Bangladesh border from 1971 till 1990. The presences of about six crores illegal Bangladeshi migrants are posing maximum threat to India’s security. Referring to the recent carnage in Kokrajhar and Baksa Districts, Mishra said until and unless the issue of illegal migration is not taken seriously, such incidents will certainly occur in the near future.
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May - 13 
Separately, Action Against Corruption and Unabated Taxation (ACAUT) on May 13 said that it received a photocopy of a “donation demand” note served on a food joint by a students’ union in Dimapur which the food joint paid. ACAUT Nagaland in a press re
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Separately, Action Against Corruption and Unabated Taxation (ACAUT) on May 13 said that it received a photocopy of a “donation demand” note served on a food joint by a students’ union in Dimapur which the food joint paid. ACAUT Nagaland in a press release said the donation note used the words “willing contribution” and wanted to know what did it actually meant. ACAUT stated that it was not just against the unabated taxations made by ‘Naga Political Groups’ (NPGs) but this kind of “taxation” and forceful contributions” by various organizations and unions. ACAUT appealed all to co-operate and said even if the taxations by NPGs were streamlined and if there were such donations, ACAUT’s efforts would be “null and void.”
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May - 13 
The Intelligence agencies warned of possible fidayeen (suicide) attacks in India soon after the formation of the new government at the Centre, Deccan Chronicle reports on May 14. The leader of the banned terrorist outfit Jamat-ud-Dawa (JuD) Hafiz Sae
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The Intelligence agencies warned of possible fidayeen (suicide) attacks in India soon after the formation of the new government at the Centre, Deccan Chronicle reports on May 14. The leader of the banned terrorist outfit Jamat-ud-Dawa (JuD) Hafiz Saeed is allegedly behind the resurrection of the banned terror groups, the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), Indian Mujahideen (IM) and the Al Ummah in India. “Saeed is also said to be behind sending vulnerable youth from India to militant training camps run by the Taliban,” a source said.
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May - 13 
The Kuki National Liberation Front (KNLF) who had signed the Suspension of Operation (SoO) with Government of India (GoI) and the Manipur State on September 9, 2013 has been given their own camp and has been relocated from their temporary camp at Sem
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The Kuki National Liberation Front (KNLF) who had signed the Suspension of Operation (SoO) with Government of India (GoI) and the Manipur State on September 9, 2013 has been given their own camp and has been relocated from their temporary camp at Semol villages under Khengjoi Block of Chandel District, reports Kanglaonline on May 14.
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May - 13 
The Sangai Express, on May 14, reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested a KCP cadre, identified as Irom khongnem Meitei alias Burma from Thamnapokpi village in Imphal East District. Meanwhile another KCP cadre identified as Kangabam Rohit Singh wa
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The Sangai Express, on May 14, reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested a KCP cadre, identified as Irom khongnem Meitei alias Burma from Thamnapokpi village in Imphal East District. Meanwhile another KCP cadre identified as Kangabam Rohit Singh was arrested at Tengnoupal in Chandel District. A .9mm Pistol with a magazine and four live rounds were recovered from him.
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May - 13 
The Sentinel reports on May 13 that one Bangladeshi national, identified as Anamuddin was arrested by Border security Force (BSF) troops of Border Outpost (BOP) Khaliang in East Jaintia Hills District, while he was trying to cross over the internatio
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The Sentinel reports on May 13 that one Bangladeshi national, identified as Anamuddin was arrested by Border security Force (BSF) troops of Border Outpost (BOP) Khaliang in East Jaintia Hills District, while he was trying to cross over the international border. INR 27,580, one mobile phone with one Indian and one Bangladeshi SIM card was recovered from his possession.
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May - 13 
The Shillong Times on May 14 reports that Federation of Khasi Jaintia and Garo people (FKJGP) West Khasi Hills District unit has condemned the proposed designated camp of the Break Away faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) in West Kha
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The Shillong Times on May 14 reports that Federation of Khasi Jaintia and Garo people (FKJGP) West Khasi Hills District unit has condemned the proposed designated camp of the Break Away faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) in West Khasi Hills District stating that the decision would lead to communal clashes between the Garos and the Khasis of the State. The FKJGP also asked the Government to scrap the order through which it had ordered the withdrawal of the Home Guard Border Wing from Kyrshai located at the border of West Khasi Hills District and Assam with a preference to replace with a Police Outpost.
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May - 13 
The Shillong Times reports that Meghalaya Chief Minister Mukul Sangma, on May 13, said that State Government would not be dictated by anyone while deciding on the site for setting up of designated camps for the ANVC-B and that Government will decide
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The Shillong Times reports that Meghalaya Chief Minister Mukul Sangma, on May 13, said that State Government would not be dictated by anyone while deciding on the site for setting up of designated camps for the ANVC-B and that Government will decide on the setting up of the designated camps in accordance with the requirements and needs.
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May - 13 
The Telegraph reports that Assam Police, on May 13, revealed the names of nine militants of the IK Songbijit faction of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS), who allegedly carried out attacks in three villages of the Bodoland Territor
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The Telegraph reports that Assam Police, on May 13, revealed the names of nine militants of the IK Songbijit faction of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS), who allegedly carried out attacks in three villages of the Bodoland Territorial Areas District (BTAD), killing at least 46 people, including 22 children. Director-general of Police (DGP) Khagen Sarma told reporters at the Police headquarters that the nine cadres, identified as Rikha, Romilo, Anon, Yakhab, Laswi, Ranjabaja, Sizo, Fuler and Futhai, had executed plans worked out by the outfit’s ‘chairman’ I.K. Songbijit, ‘general secretary’ Swarangra and “commander” B. Bidai. “The militant group was involved in the attacks but we are probing to find out if anyone helped them to carry out the attacks,” he added. The Police have been claiming the involvement of NDFB-IKS in the May 1 and 2 attacks on Narayanguri and Khagrabari villages in Baksa District and Balapara in Kokrajhar District while survivors of the violence claimed that former Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) cadres and the Bodoland People’s Front (BPF), which rules the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) that governs the BTAD, were behind the attacks.
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May - 13 
The Telegraph reports that one of the kingpins of the FICN racket, Badal Uddin Laskar, was arrested by Border Security Forces in Cachar District on May 13. Satish Budakote, a deputy inspector-general of BSF’s frontier headquarters in Masimpur cantonm
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The Telegraph reports that one of the kingpins of the FICN racket, Badal Uddin Laskar, was arrested by Border Security Forces in Cachar District on May 13. Satish Budakote, a deputy inspector-general of BSF’s frontier headquarters in Masimpur cantonment, said fake currency with a face value of INR 15, 0000 recovered from his possession. Cachar and Karimganj Districts in South Assam are fast emerging hubs of fake currency transactions. The FICN is printed in adjoining Bangladesh and circulated in the region.
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May - 14 
The Shillong Times on May 15 reports that ANVC-B expressed resentment over opposition by various Khasi Hills based NGOs and political parties against the proposed setting up of a designated camp for the cadres of the outfit in the district. Dogamdo
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The Shillong Times on May 15 reports that ANVC-B expressed resentment over opposition by various Khasi Hills based NGOs and political parties against the proposed setting up of a designated camp for the cadres of the outfit in the district. Dogamdot Rangra R Marak personal assistant to the ANVC-B ‘commander-in-chief’ claimed that the opposition by the various NGOs and political parties was to sabotage the outfit’s three-month-long peace initiative with the Meghalaya Government. The outfit also appealed to other NGOs of Garo Hills to support their demand for a designated camp in Khasi Hills and warned that it would no more even consider coming in for a peace settlement if the failed to do so.
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May - 14 
A Special Branch Counter Terrorism Unit arrested a Sri Lankan national, believed to be an associate of suspected Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agent Sakir Hussian, who was arrested earlier in Chennai, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on May 14, reports
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A Special Branch Counter Terrorism Unit arrested a Sri Lankan national, believed to be an associate of suspected Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agent Sakir Hussian, who was arrested earlier in Chennai, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on May 14, reports The Times of India. Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Malaysia, Bakri Zinin said that the man is believed to be involved in a plan to attack foreign consulates in Chennai and Bangalore, India. The Malaysian Police also said that they are probing possible Al-Qaeda links to the man arrested.
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May - 14 
According to Mumbai Police, cybercrime has seen a 168 per cent rise in just a year, The Times of India reports on May 14. From 63 in 2012, the number of cases went up to 169 in 2013. This year, the number of cases was 54 in just the first quarter; by
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According to Mumbai Police, cybercrime has seen a 168 per cent rise in just a year, The Times of India reports on May 14. From 63 in 2012, the number of cases went up to 169 in 2013. This year, the number of cases was 54 in just the first quarter; by the year-end, it is expected to cross the 200 mark—almost half of the 421 cybercrime cases recorded in Mumbai from 2010. Also, experts say, more money will be lost to cybercrime this year than in the last three years put together.
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May - 14 
Also, All Assam Minority Students’ Union (AAMSU) has served an ultimatum to the State Government demanding justice for the victims of BTAD violence, reports The Sentinel. The members of Cachar District unit of AAMSU staged a protest demonstration, on
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Also, All Assam Minority Students’ Union (AAMSU) has served an ultimatum to the State Government demanding justice for the victims of BTAD violence, reports The Sentinel. The members of Cachar District unit of AAMSU staged a protest demonstration, on May 14, demanding fulfillment of their charter of demands within a period of fifteen days.
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May - 14 
Indian Army and Assam Police personnel killed six militants of Karbi Peoples Liberation Tiger (KPLT), including its ‘commander-in-chief’, Bikash Teron alias Kangthur in a gun battle on May 14 at Langtibuk, of the Singhason hill in Karbi Anglong Distr
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Indian Army and Assam Police personnel killed six militants of Karbi Peoples Liberation Tiger (KPLT), including its ‘commander-in-chief’, Bikash Teron alias Kangthur in a gun battle on May 14 at Langtibuk, of the Singhason hill in Karbi Anglong District, reports The Assam Tribune. The other cadres are yet to be identified. Two AK 47 rifles and one 12 bore repeater gun, two 9mm pistols, two hand grenades, 453 ammunition of AK 47 rifle, 40 ammunition of Self-Loading Rifle (SLR) and 84 ammunition of 9mm pistol have been recovered from the slain militants, adds The Nagaland Post. In recent times the outfit unlashed massive drive for extortion and abduction in several parts of the District which become a cause of concern for the Police and army. The outfit had also disrupted the process of election campaigning in the hill Districts of Assam in the recently concluded parliamentary election by imposing general strike for indefinite period which was withdrawn only on the day of polling i.e. on April 12.
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May - 14 
Meanwhile unidentified persons hurled a hand grenade at the residence of Superintending Engineer of Command Area Development Agency (CADA), identified as Thokchom Kesho at Kwakeithel in Imphal West District on May 14. The Chinese made hand grenade ho
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Meanwhile unidentified persons hurled a hand grenade at the residence of Superintending Engineer of Command Area Development Agency (CADA), identified as Thokchom Kesho at Kwakeithel in Imphal West District on May 14. The Chinese made hand grenade however failed to explode. Police later retrieved the grenade.
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May - 14 
Meanwhile, an armed individual was arrested by SFs from Eros lane in Dimapur District on May 14. A .22 mm pistol along with magazine was recovered from him.
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Meanwhile, an armed individual was arrested by SFs from Eros lane in Dimapur District on May 14. A .22 mm pistol along with magazine was recovered from him.
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May - 14 
Meanwhile, an encounter took place between suspected Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) and Isak-Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) militants at Atengba Khun under Tousem subdivision of Tamenglong District on May 14. No ca
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Meanwhile, an encounter took place between suspected Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) and Isak-Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) militants at Atengba Khun under Tousem subdivision of Tamenglong District on May 14. No casualty has been reported.
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May - 14 
Meanwhile, residents of Aradonga village in West Khasi Hills District, expressed shock and anguish at the State Government’s decision to set up the camp site for the designated camp of the ANVC-B. Headman of Athiabari Dula G Marak,stated, “I was shoc
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Meanwhile, residents of Aradonga village in West Khasi Hills District, expressed shock and anguish at the State Government’s decision to set up the camp site for the designated camp of the ANVC-B. Headman of Athiabari Dula G Marak,stated, “I was shocked when the news was delivered to me that the order for the ANVC-B designated camp has been passed by the government. The camp’s presence would pose a serious threat to our children who could be lured or forced by the ANVC-B cadres to join them. Also, the presence of the camp would greatly affect the business of the area and rampant extortion from traders would take place.” Marak also added that in order to voice their opposition against the designated camp, a massive meeting is being organized at Aradonga on May18. John Miller L Nonglait, president of a conglomerate of 24 villages under Aradonga area, also expressed shock at the government order and said that the people of the area were caught unawares by the order.
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May - 14 
Nagaland Post on May 15 reports that Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) 'president', S.S. Khaplang has suspended ‘finance secretary’ Zeramo from the outfit for a year. In a suspension Ahza (order) NSCN-K Khaplang stated that
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Nagaland Post on May 15 reports that Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) 'president', S.S. Khaplang has suspended ‘finance secretary’ Zeramo from the outfit for a year. In a suspension Ahza (order) NSCN-K Khaplang stated that suspension was been done keeping in view his failure to respond to the continuous efforts to report to the headquarters and has been found guilty of misusing his power, and function and misappropriation of a huge amount of money.
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May - 14 
Nagaland Post on May 15 reports that the decision by NSCN-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) to ban discos and pubs in Dimapur town has been lauded by Naga Women Hoho Dimapur (NWHDF). NSCN-IM recently decided to ban all the night clubs and brothels with immediate
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Nagaland Post on May 15 reports that the decision by NSCN-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) to ban discos and pubs in Dimapur town has been lauded by Naga Women Hoho Dimapur (NWHDF). NSCN-IM recently decided to ban all the night clubs and brothels with immediate effect “after taking serious note on the moral degradation of the Nagas.”
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May - 14 
Nagaland Post reports on May 14 that three persons, including two women, were arrested with explosives on them at Diphu Railway station in Karbi Anglong District, the Police said. According to police, 27 packets of gelatine (containing 648 sticks) an
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Nagaland Post reports on May 14 that three persons, including two women, were arrested with explosives on them at Diphu Railway station in Karbi Anglong District, the Police said. According to police, 27 packets of gelatine (containing 648 sticks) and nine coils of fused wire (90 meter) were recovered from their possession. The arrested persons have been identified as Thanga Mizo and his wife Opoi Mizo and another woman identified as Rody Parate. According to initial investigation, the explosive materials were brought to Diphu from Guwahati in a train by the three, however both the women has denied Police charges and claimed that they are not involved.
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May - 14 
Sentinel Assam reports on May 16 that Personal Security Officer (PSO) of the ‘Commander in Chief’ of Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) Bobby Marwein, identified as Wanbor Khardewsaw alias Lung alias William S of Pyndensohsaw who had join
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Sentinel Assam reports on May 16 that Personal Security Officer (PSO) of the ‘Commander in Chief’ of Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) Bobby Marwein, identified as Wanbor Khardewsaw alias Lung alias William S of Pyndensohsaw who had joined the militant outfit in 2002 surrendered before Police without any weapons on May 14, seven days after he managed to escape from the Police ambush at Dangar village of East Khasi Hills, near the Indo– Bangladesh border. On May 8 he along with another senior cadre identified as Wansing Umlong alias Muh were travelling together when the police laid an ambush. Wansing Umlong was caught but Khardewsaw managed to escape.
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May - 14 
Separately, ban has been imposed on poll victory celebrations in the violence affected Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) areas in Assam even as elaborate precautionary measures have been taken to prevent any untoward incident throughout the State wh
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Separately, ban has been imposed on poll victory celebrations in the violence affected Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) areas in Assam even as elaborate precautionary measures have been taken to prevent any untoward incident throughout the State when the poll results are declared on May 16, reports The Shillong Times.
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May - 14 
Separately, Civil society groups on, May 14, staged a demonstration in Guwahati to demand permanent peace in BTAD. People from all communities participated in the peace meet organized by Concerned Citizens of Assam and urged the Prime Minister to bri
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Separately, Civil society groups on, May 14, staged a demonstration in Guwahati to demand permanent peace in BTAD. People from all communities participated in the peace meet organized by Concerned Citizens of Assam and urged the Prime Minister to bring about a solution to the violence and increase security in the region, reports The Assam Tribune. They demanded long-term security arrangements for the vulnerable areas of BTAD for at least five years.
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May - 14 
Separately, even though the Police said that the NDFB-IKS was involved in the recent Bodoland Territorial Autonomous Districts (BTAD) violence, it has not been able to arrest its cadres even as 27 people have been arrested in connection with the BTAD
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Separately, even though the Police said that the NDFB-IKS was involved in the recent Bodoland Territorial Autonomous Districts (BTAD) violence, it has not been able to arrest its cadres even as 27 people have been arrested in connection with the BTAD violence, reports The Sentinel on May 15. In the BTAD, sources said, there are around 200 active NDFB-IKS cadres. In 2013, the police arrested 72 cadres of the NDFB-IKS before the BTAD violence and killed 21 cadres in encounters, while 41 cadres surrendered. The Police was able to seize 150 arms. The Police seized 122 arms from the NDFB-IKS in 2012, 120 arms in 2013, and 150 arms in 2014. In the last three years, 353 NDFB-IKS militants have been arrested.
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May - 14 
Separately, s to setting up of Kuki National Liberation Front (KNLF) camp at Sembol village in Chandel District saying it would disturb the peace and tranquillity of the area while also urging the Govt to withdraw the same for the larger interest of
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Separately, s to setting up of Kuki National Liberation Front (KNLF) camp at Sembol village in Chandel District saying it would disturb the peace and tranquillity of the area while also urging the Govt to withdraw the same for the larger interest of the public, reports The Sangai Express. JM Thadou, 'information and publicity secretary' of UKLF, stated Semol area is the operational area of UKLF and the presence of an unfriendly group means confrontation between the two. UKLF also urged the Government to conduct reverification of cadres of the KNLF to ascertain whether all cadres who surrendered on September 9, 2013, were still in the ranks of KNLF.
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May - 14 
The Sangai Express on May 15 reports that an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was recovered from a plot of land near Governor Road, Paona Bazar in Imphal West District.
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The Sangai Express on May 15 reports that an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was recovered from a plot of land near Governor Road, Paona Bazar in Imphal West District.
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May - 14 
The Sangai Express reports that two Security Forces (SF’s), Subedar Murugan Dan and Naik Guru Swami were injured during an attack by People’s Liberation Army (PLA)nalong the Indo-Myanmar border near Theikhothang village under Singngat Subdivision in
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The Sangai Express reports that two Security Forces (SF’s), Subedar Murugan Dan and Naik Guru Swami were injured during an attack by People’s Liberation Army (PLA)nalong the Indo-Myanmar border near Theikhothang village under Singngat Subdivision in Churachandpur District on May 14. According to a source, the suspected PLA cadres launched an attack where Border Pillar No 45 and 46 are erected when the Army personnel were machinating handing-taking activities between 25 Madras Regiment and 1/11 Gorkha Rifles
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May - 14 
The Shillong Times on May 15 reports that a hardware store owner identified as Subemol Modok was shot at and injured by a group of militants after he fought them off when they tried to abduct him in Purakhasia border region of West Garo Hills Distric
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The Shillong Times on May 15 reports that a hardware store owner identified as Subemol Modok was shot at and injured by a group of militants after he fought them off when they tried to abduct him in Purakhasia border region of West Garo Hills District on May 13. Police sources reveal that the Garo outfit A’chik National Liberation Army (ANLA) is a prime suspect as it had recently served demand notes on traders and businessmen in the area.
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May - 14 
The Shillong Times on May 15 reports that the Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) SK Jain has stated that the Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) which has signed a draft peace pact with the Meghalaya Government co
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The Shillong Times on May 15 reports that the Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) SK Jain has stated that the Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) which has signed a draft peace pact with the Meghalaya Government could have cadre strength of between 140 and 145 and some weapons. The ADGP said that ANVC-B had submitted a list of around 150 cadres. Of them, a couple of cadres had died. The cadres were from Khasi Hills, Garo Hills and parts of Assam. Though the Government was in search of land to set up designated camps for them, Jain made it clear that there would be no let up in operations against ANVC-B if they were found to be indulging in illegal activities. He also added that that the place for the designated camp for ANVC-B has yet not been located and that the hunt for camp site is still ongoing.
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May - 14 
The Shillong Times reports that a demand of INR 500000 was made by A’chik National Liberation Army (ANLA) on May 14 to a school run by Catholic Church in Ampati, District Head Quarters of South West Garo Hills. The militants demanded that the money s
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The Shillong Times reports that a demand of INR 500000 was made by A’chik National Liberation Army (ANLA) on May 14 to a school run by Catholic Church in Ampati, District Head Quarters of South West Garo Hills. The militants demanded that the money should be paid on or before May 20. The Catholic Church in Garo Hills has announced a day of closure of all its educational institutions on May 20 in protest against the extortion demand. The Catholic Diocese stated that “No money or ransom would be paid to any anti-social groups irrespective of whatever the consequences might be. The Church firmly stands by its earlier resolution.”
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May - 14 
The Telegraph reports on May 14 that security agencies trying to cleanse the Bodoland Territorial Areas District (BTAD) of illegal arms say the flow of arms and involvement of militants make the job tough. “The challenge before us is that many of tho
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The Telegraph reports on May 14 that security agencies trying to cleanse the Bodoland Territorial Areas District (BTAD) of illegal arms say the flow of arms and involvement of militants make the job tough. “The challenge before us is that many of those supplying arms in the BTAD are either members of a militant group or former militants who are well trained in transporting weapons by concealing them to avoid our glare. They use these techniques even after they surrender and get into arms supplies. This makes our job tough,” a senior Police officer said. The officer said nearly 300 illegal arms and over 200 grenades had been seized from the BTAD since 2012 but the problem was far from over since the flow of weapons through Nagaland and Mizoram was still on. “Most of these arms, like the AK-series rifles and M20 rifles, come from South East Asian countries such as Myanmar and China. Of late, we have found small arms coming in from Bihar and Uttar Pradesh as well. We are in constant touch with Nagaland and Mizoram Police to check the supply of arms,” he added.
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May - 14 
Thirteen bogies and two engines of a freight train derailed and fell from a bridge in Bastar District after suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres removed fishplates from the tracks on Vishakhapatnam-Kirandul route on May 14, r
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Thirteen bogies and two engines of a freight train derailed and fell from a bridge in Bastar District after suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres removed fishplates from the tracks on Vishakhapatnam-Kirandul route on May 14, reports The Times of India. According to Bastar Superintendent of Police (SP) Ajay Yadav, the empty goods train derailed between Kaklur and Kumar Sandra villages while going towards Kirandul, leading to rail traffic disruption on the route. "However, no injuries were reported due to the incident," SP Yadav said.
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May - 15 
Separately, The Pioneer reports on May 15, that the State Government is unable to connect the rural villages in Maoist-infested Districts with proper roads under the Prime Minister’s Gram Sadak Yojna (PMGSY) even after best efforts, as no contract
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Separately, The Pioneer reports on May 15, that the State Government is unable to connect the rural villages in Maoist-infested Districts with proper roads under the Prime Minister’s Gram Sadak Yojna (PMGSY) even after best efforts, as no contractors are willing to work in the troubled zone. The Government, according to reports, could not start construction over 200 sanctioned road projects under the PMGSY as no contractor came forward to take up the work following threat from the Maoists operating in the red terror zone in the State.
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May - 15 
A Delhi Court on May 15 indicated the charges under Terrorist and Disruptive Activities Prevention Act (TADA) may not be framed against top Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) bomb expert Abdul Karim Tunda, reports Zee News. The court, however, said there is a pri
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A Delhi Court on May 15 indicated the charges under Terrorist and Disruptive Activities Prevention Act (TADA) may not be framed against top Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) bomb expert Abdul Karim Tunda, reports Zee News. The court, however, said there is a prima facie case made out under the Explosive Substance Act (ESA) against Tunda who has been chargesheeted in a case relating to recovery of explosives. The Police, in its charge sheet, said Tunda was declared a proclaimed offender by the court earlier and in its verdict passed in December 1999 against the five arrested persons, the court had made specific observations regarding exclusion of Tunda from the order of acquittal. It also said these arrested persons had disclosed about Tunda's involvement in the terror activities
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May - 15 
Also, the Krishak Sharamik Unnayan Sangram Samitee (KSUSS), on May 15, submitted a Memorandum to the President of India, seeking an army operation in the BTAD areas of Assam while also seeking President’s Rule in the region in the aftermath of the re
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Also, the Krishak Sharamik Unnayan Sangram Samitee (KSUSS), on May 15, submitted a Memorandum to the President of India, seeking an army operation in the BTAD areas of Assam while also seeking President’s Rule in the region in the aftermath of the recent killings of Muslim people there, reports The Sentinel.
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May - 15 
Investigating agencies probing Delhi University Assistant Professor G N Saibaba, who was arrested on May 9, for his alleged Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) links, have reportedly extracted some e-mails and information from his computer t
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Investigating agencies probing Delhi University Assistant Professor G N Saibaba, who was arrested on May 9, for his alleged Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) links, have reportedly extracted some e-mails and information from his computer that suggests he recruited at least one more student from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) as a “professional revolutionary” to work in Chhattisgarh, sources said, reports Indian Express on May 16. The student who is described as “Goswami” in Saibaba’s correspondence with his close confidantes was once a member of Democratic Students’ Union (DSU), a students’ organisation in JNU. “We arrested Saibaba after procuring a non-bailable warrant against him. A chargesheet has been filed in the case where he has been named as an accused,” Inspector General of Police (IGP) Ravindra Kadam, anti-Maoist operations, Maharashtra Police, said. Kadam refused to give details about Goswami saying investigations were on.
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May - 15 
Meanwhile, a powerful Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was recovered from Jadumani village under Fakiragram police station in Kokrajhar District in the wee hours on May 15. The security forces also arrested two cadres of the Kamatapur Liberation Org
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Meanwhile, a powerful Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was recovered from Jadumani village under Fakiragram police station in Kokrajhar District in the wee hours on May 15. The security forces also arrested two cadres of the Kamatapur Liberation Organization (KLO). Sources from Police said a team of Police and security personnel raided the Jadumoni area getting specific information and recovered the powerful IED weighing around 4 kg from a forest area in the village. They also said the bomb was brought by the KLO. Sources also said two KLO militants, identified as Kripa Ray and Jayanta Ray, who is also the vice–president of Fakiragram unit of All Koch–Rajbongshi Students’ Union (AKRSU), were arrested for indulging in importing IED. The bomb was defused by bomb expert later. It is suspected that the militant outfit had target to blow up the railway track.
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May - 15 
Meanwhile, the Centre has sanctioned INR 1.12 billion to Odisha for construction of 70 more Police Stations in Maoist-affected Districts, reports The Times of India on May 15 (today). In 2010-2011, Centre had sanctioned a similar amount for 70 other
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Meanwhile, the Centre has sanctioned INR 1.12 billion to Odisha for construction of 70 more Police Stations in Maoist-affected Districts, reports The Times of India on May 15 (today). In 2010-2011, Centre had sanctioned a similar amount for 70 other Police Stations. Out of these, nine have been commissioned. "Satisfied with the progress of work in the first phase, the Centre has agreed to fund 70 more Police Stations. Each Police Station will be constructed at Rs 2 crore," said a senior Police officer.
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May - 15 
Meanwhile, the opposition to the move for setting up designated camps of Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) in Khasi Hills areas is gathering momentum with political leaders, Non Governmental Organisations(NGOs) and pressu
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Meanwhile, the opposition to the move for setting up designated camps of Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) in Khasi Hills areas is gathering momentum with political leaders, Non Governmental Organisations(NGOs) and pressure groups joining the chorus of protests, reports The Shillong Times on May 16. Hill State People's Democratic Party (HSPDP) vice president Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit said on May 15 in Shillong that setting up of the designated camp in the West Khasi Hills District would create a sense of insecurity among the people of the area since ANVC-B was indulging in illegal activities such as extortion in coal mining area of West Khasi Hills (WKH). He also said he suspects that ANVC-B might have a hidden agenda to insist that they would like to set their designated camp in Khasi Hills. The move could also be a strategy to extend the Garoland demand to Khasi Hills areas. Also, the Garo Nokma (headman) and general public of Khasi Hills appealed all the political parties and NGOs of Khasi Hills and also the leaders and members of ANVC-B not to bring any misunderstanding regarding the matter relating to the setting up of the designated camp in West Khasi Hills.
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May - 15 
Meanwhile, the top leadership of the CPI-Maoist have directed the cadres to carry out attacks on Security Forces (SFs) as a retaliatory action against the arrest of G N Saibaba for his alleged Maoist links, Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) has s
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Meanwhile, the top leadership of the CPI-Maoist have directed the cadres to carry out attacks on Security Forces (SFs) as a retaliatory action against the arrest of G N Saibaba for his alleged Maoist links, Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) has said, reports The Hindu on May 16. In an advisory to nine Maoist-affected states, UMHA said the CPI-Maoist, while publicly denying that Saibaba is a senior member of the organisation, has instructed its armed cadres, especially in Dandakaranya region, to carry out retaliatory strike against SFs.
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May - 15 
Police on May 15, busted three illegal mini-gun units in Munger District, stated to be run by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), and arrested a relative of a jailed Maoist, reports IBN Live. Acting on a tip off, the Police raided Parma
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Police on May 15, busted three illegal mini-gun units in Munger District, stated to be run by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), and arrested a relative of a jailed Maoist, reports IBN Live. Acting on a tip off, the Police raided Parmanandpur Gangsta forest area under Kharagpur Police Station and unearthed three illicit mini-gun factories being run by the jailed Maoist Birbal Murmu's brother in-law Dilip Kisku, Superintendent of Police (SP) Varun Kumar Sinha said. Kisku has been arrested under the provisions of the Arms Act, SP Sinha said, adding a haul of weapons comprising three pistols, 23 magazines and three lathe machines, besides raw materials and equipment, have been recovered from the sites. Confessing his crime, Kisku told the interrogators that he sold ten pistols to one Rajkumar on May 14, the SP said, adding these pistols too have been seized.
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May - 15 
Principal Sessions Judge Jammu, R S Jain on May 15 acquitted alleged Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) militant, Majid Hussain, who was facing trial as prosecution witnesses didn’t support the Police case, reports Daily Excelsior.
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Principal Sessions Judge Jammu, R S Jain on May 15 acquitted alleged Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) militant, Majid Hussain, who was facing trial as prosecution witnesses didn’t support the Police case, reports Daily Excelsior.
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May - 15 
Separately, ANVC-B asked the church bodies to unitedly take a stand against the growing menace and influences of ‘misguided youths’ branded as “devil worshippers”.
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Separately, ANVC-B asked the church bodies to unitedly take a stand against the growing menace and influences of ‘misguided youths’ branded as “devil worshippers”.
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May - 15 
Separately, the State-level crisis management group, on May 15, decided to carry out helicopter surveillance in the vulnerable areas of the BTAD and along the Indo-Bhutan border areas to prevent any untoward incident following the declaration of the
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Separately, the State-level crisis management group, on May 15, decided to carry out helicopter surveillance in the vulnerable areas of the BTAD and along the Indo-Bhutan border areas to prevent any untoward incident following the declaration of the election results on May 16 (today). The BTAD areas have been witnessing trouble for some time and it is believed that armed miscreants involved in killing of more than 40 innocents in Kokrajhar and Baksa Districts recently managed to sneak into Bhutan.
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May - 15 
The Sangai Express reports that a militant belonging to Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) was arrested by Imphal West District Police Commandos from Keishampat Junction area on May 15. Identifying the arrested man as Rajkumar Nanao alias Tukao Singh,
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The Sangai Express reports that a militant belonging to Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) was arrested by Imphal West District Police Commandos from Keishampat Junction area on May 15. Identifying the arrested man as Rajkumar Nanao alias Tukao Singh, a press statement issued by the Police said that he was involved in hurling of hand grenade recently and also served demand letters to Government officials for raising the outfit's fund. One mobile phone handset was seized from his possession
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May - 15 
The Security Forces (SFs) killed a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre and arrested another cadre following a gun battle in the dense hilly track of Ghotiyakanhar under Aundhi Police Station in Rajnandgaon District on May 15, reports T
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The Security Forces (SFs) killed a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre and arrested another cadre following a gun battle in the dense hilly track of Ghotiyakanhar under Aundhi Police Station in Rajnandgaon District on May 15, reports The Pioneer. On receiving intelligence inputs about presence of Maoists in the hills of Baddongri near Ghotiyakanhar village a combined team of District Police, Special Task Force (STF) and Indo Tibetan Boarder Police (ITBP) personnel had started on an anti-Maoist operation from Aundhi Police Station on May 14. During the searching of area, Police had a face-off with the Maoists who opened indiscriminate fire on the Police party. Later on, during the searching of area, body of a Maoist was found who was identified as Pankaj ‘commander’ of Pendri Dalam (squad) of Maharashtra. An injured Maoist identified as one Pratap was also arrested from the spot, Police said. A semi-automatic SLR rifle, 12 bore gun, single shot rifle, SLR magazine, bullets and other items of daily use were also recovered from the encounter spot. Blood spots at the gun-battle suggest that about 2-3 Maoists would have been injured in the incident, Police added.
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May - 15 
The Sentinel reports that an exchange of fire took place between the Army and the IK Songbijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) at Alupara in Jomduar Reserve Forest under Gossaigaon Police Station in Kokrajhar District at a
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The Sentinel reports that an exchange of fire took place between the Army and the IK Songbijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) at Alupara in Jomduar Reserve Forest under Gossaigaon Police Station in Kokrajhar District at around 8 am on May 15. The unconfirmed reports say that an NDFB militant was killed in the encounter. Sources also said the security forces laid an ambush at Alupara getting specific information of regular movement of militants in the area.
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May - 15 
The Shillong Times on May 16 reports that Leaders of pro inner-line permit (ILP) groups did not appear before the court on May 15 for hearing on the damage suit filed by the Meghalaya Government against them for organising series of agitations over t
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The Shillong Times on May 16 reports that Leaders of pro inner-line permit (ILP) groups did not appear before the court on May 15 for hearing on the damage suit filed by the Meghalaya Government against them for organising series of agitations over the demand to implement the permit system. The Meghalaya Government had in 2013 filed the damages suit in the special court of Rithelda Rymbai, seeking compensation of over INR 310.9 million from the groups for the damages and loss of private property, both individual and community-owned, and Government property caused during the ILP agitation.
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May - 15 
The Telegraph reports that BSF personnel seized Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) worth INR 500,000 along border in Meghalaya’s Baghmara border outpost in South Garo Hills District on May 15. The suspected Bangladeshi national, who was carrying the no
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The Telegraph reports that BSF personnel seized Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) worth INR 500,000 along border in Meghalaya’s Baghmara border outpost in South Garo Hills District on May 15. The suspected Bangladeshi national, who was carrying the notes escaped. A BSF official said that the seized money was “extortion money” being carried by a linkman of an Indian insurgent group.
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May - 15 
Troops of 60 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) and Police on May 15 recovered a consignment of arms, ammunition and explosives from village Kanthol Maruta in Samot area of Budhal in Rajouri District, reports Daily Excelsior. Recoveries included one AK-56 rifle w
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Troops of 60 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) and Police on May 15 recovered a consignment of arms, ammunition and explosives from village Kanthol Maruta in Samot area of Budhal in Rajouri District, reports Daily Excelsior. Recoveries included one AK-56 rifle with two magazines and rounds, one pistol with one magazine, three Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL) grenades and one antenna. Army and Police conducted searches in the area but no arrests were made.
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May - 16 
A Delhi court on May 16 extended till May 23, 2014 the National Investigation (NIA) custody of Indian Mujahideen (IM) operatives Tehseen Akhtar and Zia-Ur-Rahman alias Waqas after the agency said they were required to be interrogated further to unear
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A Delhi court on May 16 extended till May 23, 2014 the National Investigation (NIA) custody of Indian Mujahideen (IM) operatives Tehseen Akhtar and Zia-Ur-Rahman alias Waqas after the agency said they were required to be interrogated further to unearth the larger conspiracy of the banned terror outfit, reports Outlook. "During the examination in police custody, accused persons have disclosed about several hideouts used by them since they joined IM and have also disclosed about various e-mail/chat account addresses used by them for communicating with other IM operatives. All these need to be verified....," NIA said. Regarding Waqas and Akhtar, NIA had said that they both had personally participated in various bomb blasts on the instructions of Pakistan-based handlers, Riyaz Bhatkal and Iqbal Bhatkal, who both are co-founders of the IM and are absconding.
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May - 16 
A self-styled zonal commander of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), wanted in connection with an attack on Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel in Bihar, was arrested on May 16 by the Special Task Force (STF) of the Uttar Pradesh
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A self-styled zonal commander of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), wanted in connection with an attack on Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel in Bihar, was arrested on May 16 by the Special Task Force (STF) of the Uttar Pradesh Police, reports The Hindu. Acting on a tip-off provided by the Bihar Police, the STF arrested Krishna Mochi alias Abhay near a hosiery factory at Salarpur in Gautambudh Nagar District. During interrogation, Krishna confessed he was a zonal commander of the outfit for the past two years. There were ten “area commanders” working under him, Krishna told his interrogators. Krishna further said he had played an active role in the October 19, 2012, blast in Bihar’s Gaya District in which a Deputy Commandant and some other CRPF personnel were killed
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May - 16 
Also, SFs continued to remain in high alert to prevent any outbreak of violence following declaration of election results in BTAD where Naba Kumar alias Hira Sarania a former leader of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant was declared the
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Also, SFs continued to remain in high alert to prevent any outbreak of violence following declaration of election results in BTAD where Naba Kumar alias Hira Sarania a former leader of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militant was declared the winner. Six Army and Air Force helicopters have been pressed into service for aerial surveillance to supplement ground patrolling in sensitive areas, including the India-Bhutan border, to foil any attempt by militants of NDFB-IKS to sneak in from the neighbouring country to carry out strikes. Additional Director-General of Police (ADGP) A.P. Raut stated that “More than 100 companies of central paramilitary forces, army columns and state armed police have been deployed in the Bodo belt and adjoining districts while additional columns have been kept on standby. Altogether 141 fixed pickets and 35 mobile pickets have been set up in the sensitive areas. Security forces are keeping a strict vigil”.
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May - 16 
Meanwhile 63rd anniversary of Naga Plebiscite Day was observed at Chedema peace camp in Kohima District on May 16. In his speech, Tatar (Member of Parliament) Lhouvitsü of 'federal government of nagaland' (FGN) stated that whoever led the people shou
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Meanwhile 63rd anniversary of Naga Plebiscite Day was observed at Chedema peace camp in Kohima District on May 16. In his speech, Tatar (Member of Parliament) Lhouvitsü of 'federal government of nagaland' (FGN) stated that whoever led the people should lead rightly and ‘nation’s’ interest should be above personal interest while Naga writer Kaka Iralu said Naga plebiscite had two important things which were that Nagas won’t belong to other nation and Naga land belong to Nagas.
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May - 16 
Meanwhile 63rd anniversary of Naga Plebiscite Day was observed at Chedema peace camp in Kohima District on May 16. In his speech, Tatar (Member of Parliament) Lhouvitsü of 'federal government of nagaland' (FGN) stated that whoever led the people shou
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Meanwhile 63rd anniversary of Naga Plebiscite Day was observed at Chedema peace camp in Kohima District on May 16. In his speech, Tatar (Member of Parliament) Lhouvitsü of 'federal government of nagaland' (FGN) stated that whoever led the people should lead rightly and ‘nation’s’ interest should be above personal interest while Naga writer Kaka Iralu said Naga plebiscite had two important things which were that Nagas won’t belong to other nation and Naga land belong to Nagas.
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May - 16 
Meanwhile, a minor boy, identified as Biraj Brahma of Nongkua under Parbhajhora subdivision in Kokrajhar District, was shot at and injured by suspected IKS faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) militants.
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Meanwhile, a minor boy, identified as Biraj Brahma of Nongkua under Parbhajhora subdivision in Kokrajhar District, was shot at and injured by suspected IKS faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) militants.
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May - 16 
Meanwhile, a sit-in-protest was staged jointly by International Meetei Forum (IMF); Meetei Youths' Front South-East Asia (MYFSEA) and Eramdam Lamjing Meira (ELM) at Kwakeithel Thounaojam Leikai in protest against the alleged threat notice served by K
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Meanwhile, a sit-in-protest was staged jointly by International Meetei Forum (IMF); Meetei Youths' Front South-East Asia (MYFSEA) and Eramdam Lamjing Meira (ELM) at Kwakeithel Thounaojam Leikai in protest against the alleged threat notice served by Kuki National Organization (KNO) to residents of Tuibong Meetei village, Churachandpur and forcing to shift Bijang Khunao Meetei Leikai Cemetery to Khuga River in Imphal West District, reports E-pao reports on May 17.
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May - 16 
Meanwhile, an armed People’s Liberation Army (PLA) militant, identified as N Leirinjao was arrested on May 16 from Bishnupur Bazaar in Bishnupur District, reports The Shillong Times. The militant was arrested while he was travelling in a civil vehicl
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Meanwhile, an armed People’s Liberation Army (PLA) militant, identified as N Leirinjao was arrested on May 16 from Bishnupur Bazaar in Bishnupur District, reports The Shillong Times. The militant was arrested while he was travelling in a civil vehicle from Bishnupur to Imphal. One 9 mm Pistol along with three live rounds were recovered from him.
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May - 16 
Nagaland Post on May 17 reports that Chairmen and governing bodies of six colonies adjoining to the State Stadium near D.C court in Dimapur have resolved to extend cooperation to NSCN-IM towards controlling illicit activities happening in areas such
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Nagaland Post on May 17 reports that Chairmen and governing bodies of six colonies adjoining to the State Stadium near D.C court in Dimapur have resolved to extend cooperation to NSCN-IM towards controlling illicit activities happening in areas such as state Stadium and Agri Expo, 4th Mile in Dimapur District.
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May - 16 
Nagaland Post reports that two militants, identified as Lima Akhham and Takaitaba Ao belonging to Khaplang faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-K) were arrested on May 16 from Phom Colony, Changtongya in Mokokchung District by Secu
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Nagaland Post reports that two militants, identified as Lima Akhham and Takaitaba Ao belonging to Khaplang faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-K) were arrested on May 16 from Phom Colony, Changtongya in Mokokchung District by Security Forces (SFs). One country made Muzzle Loading Rifle and incriminating documents was recovered from them.
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May - 16 
One person, identified as Naveen was arrested on May 16 by Kadavanthra Police in 'Operation Kuber' along with Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) with a face value of INR 1,45,495 in Kochi of Ernakulam District, reports New Indian Express. Interestingly
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One person, identified as Naveen was arrested on May 16 by Kadavanthra Police in 'Operation Kuber' along with Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) with a face value of INR 1,45,495 in Kochi of Ernakulam District, reports New Indian Express. Interestingly, the Police could not identify FICN initially and it was submitted before a Court in Ernakulam as evidence.
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May - 16 
Separately, eighteen cadres of Isak Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) has joined NSCN-KK, reports Nagaland Post on May 17. In a press release by 'ministry of information and publicity’ (MIP), NSCN-KK, on May 16, while
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Separately, eighteen cadres of Isak Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) has joined NSCN-KK, reports Nagaland Post on May 17. In a press release by 'ministry of information and publicity’ (MIP), NSCN-KK, on May 16, while welcoming the cadres, stated that “home comers” expressed that collective leadership of Khole Konyak and N. Kitovi Zhimomi was “only true platform for the cause of the Nagas as a whole.”
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May - 16 
Separately, the ABSU has demanded a judicial inquiry into the killing of two civilians who belonged to Bodo community in Police firing at Panbari Police outpost in Bijni subdivision of Chirang District on May 16 and punishment to the guilty Policeman
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Separately, the ABSU has demanded a judicial inquiry into the killing of two civilians who belonged to Bodo community in Police firing at Panbari Police outpost in Bijni subdivision of Chirang District on May 16 and punishment to the guilty Policeman, reports The Telegraph on May 17.
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May - 16 
The 'finance secretary' of Hynniewtrep National Youth (HNYF), Everson Syngkon who was booked under the Meghalaya Prevention Detention Act (MPDA) was released on bail on May 16, reports The Shiilong Times. He was arrested for allegedly setting ablaze
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The 'finance secretary' of Hynniewtrep National Youth (HNYF), Everson Syngkon who was booked under the Meghalaya Prevention Detention Act (MPDA) was released on bail on May 16, reports The Shiilong Times. He was arrested for allegedly setting ablaze an office of the sericulture department at Ummulong in Jaintia Hills District during the Inner Line Permit (ILP) protests in 2013.
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May - 16 
The Shillong Times reports that the sericulture official Rostar Bolchugre, a resident of Malangkona in West Khasi Hills District, who was abducted by four unidentified persons on May 12, was released by his captors on May 16 near Malangkona area. His
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The Shillong Times reports that the sericulture official Rostar Bolchugre, a resident of Malangkona in West Khasi Hills District, who was abducted by four unidentified persons on May 12, was released by his captors on May 16 near Malangkona area. His captors had initially demanded a ransom of INR 300, 0000, but he was released unconditionally, however Police suspect that the abductees’ family may have paid INR 500000 for his release.
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May - 16 
The Supreme Court on May 16 acquitted all six convicts, three of whom were awarded death sentence and one life imprisonment, in the 2002 terror attack on Gujarat's Akshardham temple, reports The Times of India. It said the evidence was not enough to
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The Supreme Court on May 16 acquitted all six convicts, three of whom were awarded death sentence and one life imprisonment, in the 2002 terror attack on Gujarat's Akshardham temple, reports The Times of India. It said the evidence was not enough to uphold conviction of the accused. Adam Ajmeri, Shan Miya alias Chand Khan and Mufti Abdul Qyyum Mansuri were awarded death sentence by a Prevention of Terrorism Activities (POTA) court in July 2006 which the High Court had confirmed in 2010. Other three accused Mohammed Salim Shaikh, Abdulmiyan Qadri and Altaf Hussain were sentenced to various prison terms. A bench of Justices A K Patnaik and V Gopala Gowda acquitted all six, who were concurrently convicted by the trial court and the Gujarat High Court, and slammed the investigating agency for shoddy investigation and the Gujarat government for not applying its mind before slapping the now extinct POTA Act. The bench also said the sanction for prosecution under POTA was mechanical and reflected lack of application of mind, hence void. It also said the confessional statements of accused were recorded without following the due procedure prescribed under POTA making them untenable as evidence.
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May - 16 
The Telegraph reports that one Deepak Sutradhar was killed by unidentified gunmen in the night of May 16 at Khajobari in Chirang District. Sources said three armed militants entered his house and dragged him outside. Villagers recovered his body with
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The Telegraph reports that one Deepak Sutradhar was killed by unidentified gunmen in the night of May 16 at Khajobari in Chirang District. Sources said three armed militants entered his house and dragged him outside. Villagers recovered his body with his hands and legs tied on May 17. The Sentinel, however, adds that the motive behind his killing is yet to be ascertained and the involvement of any militant group has not come to light.
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May - 16 
The Telegraph reports that two persons were killed and at least nine injured when Security Forces (SFs) open fired at a mob outside Panbari Police outpost in Bijni subdivision of Chirang District of Bodoland Territorial Administered Districts (BTAD)
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The Telegraph reports that two persons were killed and at least nine injured when Security Forces (SFs) open fired at a mob outside Panbari Police outpost in Bijni subdivision of Chirang District of Bodoland Territorial Administered Districts (BTAD) in the evening of May 16. Sources said a mob from Hadan area gheaored the outpost in protest against the Army shooting at and injuring a village youth, Rajib Basumatary while conducting operation against militants. The Police said the protesters injured a Policeman and a driver and also damaged few vehicles at the outpost, forcing them to open fire which killed two persons on the spot and injured many
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May - 17 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was arrested during a search operation in Munder village under Bangapal Police Station in Bijapur District on May 17, reports The Pioneer. The arrested Maoist identified as Telami Podiya (30), r
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was arrested during a search operation in Munder village under Bangapal Police Station in Bijapur District on May 17, reports The Pioneer. The arrested Maoist identified as Telami Podiya (30), resident of Munder under Bangapal Police Station was carrying a cash reward of INR 5,000 on his arrest, Superintendent of Police (SP) Bijapur, Prashant Agrawal said. Podiya had reportedly joined the Maoist cadre a few years back and was suspected to be involved in various serious crimes like murder, attempt to murder, dacoity, arson and others, Police said.
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May - 17 
Also, a Manipur Naga Revolutionary Front (MNRF) militant, identified as Thotreichan Zimik was arrested by Assam Rifles on the National Highway (NH) 102 at Tengnoupal in Chandel District on May 17 while travelling to Moreh, reports Kanglaonline.
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Also, a Manipur Naga Revolutionary Front (MNRF) militant, identified as Thotreichan Zimik was arrested by Assam Rifles on the National Highway (NH) 102 at Tengnoupal in Chandel District on May 17 while travelling to Moreh, reports Kanglaonline.
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May - 17 
Also, the All Bodo Students Union (ABSU) president, on May 17, said the Bodos have constitutional and historical rights to demand for the creation of a separate State for Bodoland, reports The Sentinel. He said not only Naba Sarania, but not a single
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Also, the All Bodo Students Union (ABSU) president, on May 17, said the Bodos have constitutional and historical rights to demand for the creation of a separate State for Bodoland, reports The Sentinel. He said not only Naba Sarania, but not a single MP and MLA of Assam, other than Bodo parliamentarians, extended their support for the creation of a separate Bodoland State. He also demanded that the law–and–order must be strengthened in BTC region to ensure safety and security of all people. “Certain forces in the name of Oboro Suraksha Samity have been working against the Bodos and they want to create communal disharmony in BTC region, it said. The President of Pro talk faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-PTF) Dhiren Boro, Bodoland People's Progressive Front (BPPF) President Rabiram Narzary, United Democratic People’s Front (UDPF) President Pradip Kr Daimary and former Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament (MP), UG Brahma also raised their voices against the evil designs of the Oboro Suraksha Samity which has been hatching a conspiracy to annihilate the interests of the Bodos and tribal people. They also cautioned that the situation will not be congenial unless the polarized politics is stopped.
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May - 17 
Bangladesh handed to Indian authorities United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) 'general secretary' Anup Chetia’s wife and two children after which they arrived at his Jeraigaon residence in Dibrugarh District in the night of May 17, triggering hope t
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Bangladesh handed to Indian authorities United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) 'general secretary' Anup Chetia’s wife and two children after which they arrived at his Jeraigaon residence in Dibrugarh District in the night of May 17, triggering hope that the ULFA leader, who is still in Bangladesh, will return soon, reports The Telegraph. Chetia’s wife Monica Barua and daughter Bulbuli were in Bangladesh after the ULFA leader was arrested in the neighbouring country in 1997 on various charges, including illegal domicile. Chetia has completed his jail term but is still in Bangladesh. India is keen on bringing back Chetia as it feels that his involvement would give more weight to the ongoing peace process with the Pro-talks group of ULFA (ULFA-PTF). The pro-talks leaders are also putting pressure on the Government to initiate the process to bring back Chetia. Sources, however, said that the release of Anup Chetia is unlikely in the near future as there are several legal formalities to be completed by the Bangladesh Government, The Assam Tribune reports on May 19.
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May - 17 
During a meeting of Chandel District Naga-Kuki Joint Committee (CDNKJC), attended by about fifty tribal leaders on May 17 at Liwa Changning Community Hall in Chandel District, a resolution was made to oppose construction Kuki National Liberation Fron
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During a meeting of Chandel District Naga-Kuki Joint Committee (CDNKJC), attended by about fifty tribal leaders on May 17 at Liwa Changning Community Hall in Chandel District, a resolution was made to oppose construction Kuki National Liberation Front (KNLF) at Semol in Chandel District, reports Kanglaonline. The meeting has resolved to submit a joint memorandum to the Chief Minister, Okram Ibobi Singh against opening of new designated camp.
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May - 17 
Earlier on May 17, Indian and Pakistani troops exchanged firing of small arms and mortars on about a half a dozen villages along the LoC in Krishna Ghati in Mendhar tehsil of Poonch District on May 16, according to Kashmir Times. Intelligence sources
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Earlier on May 17, Indian and Pakistani troops exchanged firing of small arms and mortars on about a half a dozen villages along the LoC in Krishna Ghati in Mendhar tehsil of Poonch District on May 16, according to Kashmir Times. Intelligence sources said that the ceasefire violations and firing by Pakistan were aimed to help militants infiltrate into Jammu and Kashmir from across the border from the "launching pads" along LoC where they are waiting to crossover. There are also inputs that bids to engineer attacks by Pakistan's 'Border Action Team' (BAT) on forward posts and patrolling parties are being planned from across the border, they said.
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May - 17 
Meanwhile, Garo Hills State Movement Committee (GHSMC) organising Secretary, Austine B Marak stated that the demand for Garoland is not from present generation but from the time of British, The Shillong Times reports on May 18. He also sought the uni
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Meanwhile, Garo Hills State Movement Committee (GHSMC) organising Secretary, Austine B Marak stated that the demand for Garoland is not from present generation but from the time of British, The Shillong Times reports on May 18. He also sought the unification of all the NGOs in joining hands together to work for a separate State and said that the Garos had lost vast tracts of land during the partition of 1947 and during the creation of Meghalaya state in 1972.
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May - 17 
Meanwhile, two GNLA militants were arrested near Medhipara in Goalpara District along the Phutamati-Rongsai road while they were travelling from Meghalaya to Assam by SFs on May 17, reports The Assam Tribune. Two 7.65 mm pistols (China made) and two
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Meanwhile, two GNLA militants were arrested near Medhipara in Goalpara District along the Phutamati-Rongsai road while they were travelling from Meghalaya to Assam by SFs on May 17, reports The Assam Tribune. Two 7.65 mm pistols (China made) and two live rounds were recovered from them. The militants during interrogation stated that they were working with GNLA for last three to four years and were on their way to Rangsai to kidnap a local trader.
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May - 17 
Meanwhile, wildlife conservationists, on May 17, expressed concern over the allegations that forest officials were involved in the Bodoland Territorial Administered Districts (BTAD) carnage, which claimed the lives of more than 40 people, reports The
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Meanwhile, wildlife conservationists, on May 17, expressed concern over the allegations that forest officials were involved in the Bodoland Territorial Administered Districts (BTAD) carnage, which claimed the lives of more than 40 people, reports The Telegraph. A meeting attended by Authorities of Manas National Park, officials of the BTC forest department and wildlife NGOs held at the BTC secretariat conference hall discussed the matter after 10 forest personnel were arrested for the attack in villages under Kokrajhar and Baksa District on May 1 and 2. A. Swargiary, Field Director of Manas, said the forest guards had fled from the camp fearing for their life when armed men attacked Narayanguri village in Baksa and hence, were not involved in the attack.
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May - 17 
One man identified, as Jubika Chishi was arrested by Dimapur Police on charges extortion on May 17, reports Nagaland Post. According to Police, the accused have been demanding “tax” in the name of a particular “faction” from a contractor near Referr
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One man identified, as Jubika Chishi was arrested by Dimapur Police on charges extortion on May 17, reports Nagaland Post. According to Police, the accused have been demanding “tax” in the name of a particular “faction” from a contractor near Referral Hospital, 4th Mile Dimapur and also threatening truck drivers.
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May - 17 
Separately, the Against Corruption and Unabated Taxation (ACAUT) Nagaland state tour culminated at Centre Point Zunheboto on May 17. Stressing on the slogan “one government, one tax”, Khekiye K Sema a retired civil servant and a member of consultativ
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Separately, the Against Corruption and Unabated Taxation (ACAUT) Nagaland state tour culminated at Centre Point Zunheboto on May 17. Stressing on the slogan “one government, one tax”, Khekiye K Sema a retired civil servant and a member of consultative body ACAUT Nagaland stated that unless ‘Naga Political Groups’ (NPG) come under one common platform the solution and sovereignty of the Nagas would never be achieved.
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May - 17 
The explosive material used in the blasts aboard a train at Chennai Central on May 1 was ammonium nitrate, forensic tests have confirmed, The Times of India reports on May 18. The results of tests carried out on samples from the blast site show a cas
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The explosive material used in the blasts aboard a train at Chennai Central on May 1 was ammonium nitrate, forensic tests have confirmed, The Times of India reports on May 18. The results of tests carried out on samples from the blast site show a cast iron cylinder was used to stuff the explosive that was triggered using a timer device. A senior Crime Branch-Central Itellifence Department (CB-CID) officer said, "The blast was triggered using a battery connected to a timer." Already, teams are camping in various places, including Guwahati (Assam), Kolkata (West Bengal) and Bangalore (Karnataka), looking for possible leads. Others are also looking for associates of suspected Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) operative Sakir Hussain, who was arrested in Chennai just before the May 1 blasts.
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May - 17 
The Sangai Express reports that the Nehlun faction of Kuki National Front (KNF-N), on May 17, observed its 26th raising day, a day before the actual date due to certain security reason at the outfit’s Daitwi camp general head-quarters along Indo-Myan
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The Sangai Express reports that the Nehlun faction of Kuki National Front (KNF-N), on May 17, observed its 26th raising day, a day before the actual date due to certain security reason at the outfit’s Daitwi camp general head-quarters along Indo-Myanmar border. A message from its ‘President’, Napolean Kremlin, was read out in which it called upon all Kukis and its organization’s to unite. He further called upon all organisations to join hands and achieve a common political goal under the Constitution of India. The occasion was followed by the oath taking ceremony of 20 new cadres, who had completed their basic military training bringing the total strength of KNF-N to 150.
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May - 17 
The Telegraph reports on May 18 that Naba Kumar Sarania alias Hira Sarania, the first non-Bodo candidate to be elected from the Kokrajhar seat in its electoral history, has vowed to vehemently oppose the demand for a separate State of Bodoland in Par
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The Telegraph reports on May 18 that Naba Kumar Sarania alias Hira Sarania, the first non-Bodo candidate to be elected from the Kokrajhar seat in its electoral history, has vowed to vehemently oppose the demand for a separate State of Bodoland in Parliament. Speaking after his landslide win, Sarania said creation of Bodoland will only bring further unrest and compound the problems. “If the government creates Bodoland against the wishes of the majority, the non-Bodos are not going to sit idle and will rise in protest, which will create unrest in the BTAD,” said Sarania. “My priority will be to see that an impartial probe is conducted into the violence and killings in the BTAD and the guilty are punished,” Sarania added. The 45-year-old rebel leader, who had joined United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) in 1990, had been part of the pro-talks group of ULFA (ULFA-PTF) led by Arabinda Rajkhowa in 2010 but was expelled in March this year after he decided to contest the polls.
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May - 17 
The Telegraph reports on May 18 the Assam State Commission for Minorities has proposed that Dispur hold consultation with all stakeholders to work out a road map for permanent peace in the BTAD. The commission has suggested representatives of differe
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The Telegraph reports on May 18 the Assam State Commission for Minorities has proposed that Dispur hold consultation with all stakeholders to work out a road map for permanent peace in the BTAD. The commission has suggested representatives of different communities and intellectuals from across the state, including the BTAD should be consulted so that an inclusive solution could be found to the conflicts taking place among groups in the area.
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May - 18 
Five persons were arrested on May 18 along with Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) with a face value of INR 1,00,000 at the premises of the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata, reports IndiaTv. According to Police the person
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Five persons were arrested on May 18 along with Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) with a face value of INR 1,00,000 at the premises of the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata, reports IndiaTv. According to Police the persons were arrested under the Airport Police Station area inside the premises of the Airport for carrying FICN.
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May - 18 
An Army jawan (soldier) was killed and two others injured in firing from across the Line of Control (LoC) in Pallanwalla area of Akhnoor in Jammu District on May 18, reports The Indian Express. The deceased jawan has been identified as Bhikeli Uttam
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An Army jawan (soldier) was killed and two others injured in firing from across the Line of Control (LoC) in Pallanwalla area of Akhnoor in Jammu District on May 18, reports The Indian Express. The deceased jawan has been identified as Bhikeli Uttam Badu of 2 Maratha Regiment and the injured as Vinod Kumar and Launce Naik Anmol Kumar of 2 Engineers Regiment. A Ministry of Defence (MoD) Spokesman Lieutenant Colonel Maneesh Menhta, however, said on May 19 (today) morning that this followed attack on an Army patrol by terrorists. The sources added that the victims had gone to rescue a colleague Havaldar Vinod Kumar of 4 Engineers who got injured in a landmine blast near the LoC. However, when they were proceeding towards him, Pakistani troops opened fire. The Indian Army retaliated and the exchange of fire between them continued till late last evening. The firing along the LoC came a few hours after Army troops had foiled an infiltration attempt by terrorists in Bhimber Gali area of adjoining Rajouri District. The MoD Spokesman said that the Army troops noticed three terrorists and opened fire, making the later to flee back to the side of Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK). Later during searches in the area, the troops seized an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) apparently planted by terrorists. It was defused immediately, he said, adding that there were no casualties on the Indian side.
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May - 18 
An Indian Reserve Battalion (IRB) trooper, identified as Lourembam Herojit, guarding the residence of Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) Vice President, Sagolsem Achouba Singh was injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast which too
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An Indian Reserve Battalion (IRB) trooper, identified as Lourembam Herojit, guarding the residence of Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) Vice President, Sagolsem Achouba Singh was injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast which took place at the MPCC president’s residence at Wangoi Makha Thounaojam Leikai in Imphal West District on May 18, reports The Telegraph. The blast occurred when Herojit picked up something wrapped in a polythene pack at the southern gate of the house and it suddenly exploded while he was trying to throw it away into a nearby drain.
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May - 18 
Earlier, SFs arrested an extortionist, identified as identified as Vishika Yepthomi alias Vika on May 19 at Notun Basti in Dimapur. He was found threatening a non-local businessman and demanding INR 10,000 in the name of NSCN-K.
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Earlier, SFs arrested an extortionist, identified as identified as Vishika Yepthomi alias Vika on May 19 at Notun Basti in Dimapur. He was found threatening a non-local businessman and demanding INR 10,000 in the name of NSCN-K.
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May - 18 
Further, 29 Assam Rifles (AR) on May 18, arrested an arms peddler, identified as Atoka Zhimomi at Purana Bazar in Dimapur District. Three .22 Pistols along with magazines were recovered from his possession.
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Further, 29 Assam Rifles (AR) on May 18, arrested an arms peddler, identified as Atoka Zhimomi at Purana Bazar in Dimapur District. Three .22 Pistols along with magazines were recovered from his possession.
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May - 18 
Gujarat Police, with the help of central agencies, have unearthed a conspiracy to free terror suspects lodged in different jails of India, including Sabarmati Central Jail of Gujarat, The Times of India reports on May 18. Sources from the agencies sa
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Gujarat Police, with the help of central agencies, have unearthed a conspiracy to free terror suspects lodged in different jails of India, including Sabarmati Central Jail of Gujarat, The Times of India reports on May 18. Sources from the agencies said that on the basis of specific information, they have tracked down a website which was operated from a server located on an island named Tokelau, south of New Zealand. This website mentions the names of terror suspects to be freed. "Some of them are lodged in Sabarmati jail in Ahmedabad," said a senior Police official of Gujarat. Police have also identified IP addresses from which the website has been accessed and 41 of them are located in Gujarat. Investigations, going on for about a fortnight, revealed that two Indian Mujahideen (IM) operatives and are based in Waziristan of Pakistan, are suspected of operating the website. While one hails from Bhatkal of Uttara Kannada District of Karnataka, and has named himself after Mohammed Ata, the 9/11 attacker, the other is from Mumbai in Maharashtra. Both of them are in touch with their IM counterparts in India and their website invites youths from India for Jihad. "We have sought the details from the cyber cafe owners to ascertain the names and addresses of people who are suspected to have used the terminals," said a senior Police official.
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May - 18 
Jharkhand Police may remove seven splinter groups of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) from the list of Left-Wing Extremists (LWEs) category and treat persons involved with them as petty criminals in a move to distinguish them from those e
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Jharkhand Police may remove seven splinter groups of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) from the list of Left-Wing Extremists (LWEs) category and treat persons involved with them as petty criminals in a move to distinguish them from those engaged in ideological warfare, reports The Telegraph on May 19. Signaling a departure from existing policy to realistically deal with the LWE issue, Jharkhand’s officiating Chief Secretary Sajal Chakraborty said Jharkhand’s LWE issue a “threat blown out of proportion” because criminal acts committed by splinter groups without ideological moorings simply inflated the number of violent incidents. Only CPI-Maoist will remain on the LWE list, while splinter groups like Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), Peoples Liberation Front of India (PLFI), Jharkhand Prastuti Committee (JPC), Sangharsh Janmukti Morcha (SJMM), Sashastra People's Morcha (SPM), Revolutionary Communist Centre (RCC) and Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP) may be dropped. Chakraborty added a video-conference with District Collectors and Superintendent of Police (SP) across 24 Districts would be scheduled in a day or so to “de-notify” seven splinter groups and treat related FIRs in the criminal and not LWE category. “I had a meeting with Jharkhand Police Special Branch this morning and analysed our state’s Naxalite scenario. We have decided to de-notify about seven splinter groups from the LWE list, which means in case of arrests, they would be treated as criminals,” Chakraborty said at an unscheduled media briefing.
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May - 18 
Later on May 18, another NSCN-K militant, identified as Beduzo Venuh was arrested by SFs in Phek District. One 9 mm Pistol with magazine and three live rounds were recovered from him.
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Later on May 18, another NSCN-K militant, identified as Beduzo Venuh was arrested by SFs in Phek District. One 9 mm Pistol with magazine and three live rounds were recovered from him.
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May - 18 
Meanwhile, four constables were suspended on May 18 for fleeing the site of CPI-Maoist ambush at Shikaripara in Dumka District on April 24, reports The Time of India. On April 24, three civilians and five Security Force (SF) personnel were killed and
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Meanwhile, four constables were suspended on May 18 for fleeing the site of CPI-Maoist ambush at Shikaripara in Dumka District on April 24, reports The Time of India. On April 24, three civilians and five Security Force (SF) personnel were killed and 10 others were injured in a CPI-Maoist triggered landmine blast. After the landmine blast the four constables refrained from reaching out to the Policemen and polling officials.
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May - 18 
Meanwhile, Khole Kitovi faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-KK) warned LPG dealers in the state against indulging in illegal black marketing of filled cylinders, Nagaland Post reports on May 19. In a statement, Ministry of Informa
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Meanwhile, Khole Kitovi faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-KK) warned LPG dealers in the state against indulging in illegal black marketing of filled cylinders, Nagaland Post reports on May 19. In a statement, Ministry of Information and Publicity (MIP) said that they have received numerous reports from people about the illegal activities being perpetrated by LPG dealers.
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May - 18 
Mizoram Armed Police (MAP) destroyed the headquarters, Camp Victoria of outlawed Chin National Army (CNA) of Myanmar on May 18 in Mawhro, a village within Mara Autonomous District Council (MADC) in southern eastern Mizoram, reports E-Pao. The MAP mov
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Mizoram Armed Police (MAP) destroyed the headquarters, Camp Victoria of outlawed Chin National Army (CNA) of Myanmar on May 18 in Mawhro, a village within Mara Autonomous District Council (MADC) in southern eastern Mizoram, reports E-Pao. The MAP moved towards Camp Victoria by 3:00 pm from Mawhro village and approached to attack it in six trucks with reserved MAP personnel ready for deployment posted in Tuipang and Zawngling village. No Myanmarese outlaws were reportedly detained by MAP in the operation. The Security Forces (SFs) destroyed all quarters and bunkers of CNA and seized three weapons. With the signing of Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Myanmar, the Government of India (GoI) has been pressurising Mizoram state government to evacuate CNA camp and the state government fixed a deadline for CNA to evacuate Camp Victoria. This is the third evacuation drive against the CNA which was formed in 1988. Previous evacuation drives were undertaken in 1999 and 2002, which were both operated by the Assam Rifles (AR).
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May - 18 
Separately, Zongam faction of KNF (KNF-Z) informed that it has not authorised an individual named Seilal alias Tony Haokip to collect fund for the outfit. The outfit cautioned not to extend cooperation to the individual.
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Separately, Zongam faction of KNF (KNF-Z) informed that it has not authorised an individual named Seilal alias Tony Haokip to collect fund for the outfit. The outfit cautioned not to extend cooperation to the individual.
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May - 18 
The Assam Tribune reports on May 19 that at least 25 members of IK Songbhijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS), who were suspected to be involved in the killing of more than 40 people on May 1 and 2 in Kokrajhar and Baksa D
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The Assam Tribune reports on May 19 that at least 25 members of IK Songbhijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS), who were suspected to be involved in the killing of more than 40 people on May 1 and 2 in Kokrajhar and Baksa Districts, have managed to sneak into Bhutan following sustained operations by the police and security forces. Security sources said that according to information available, to launch the attacks in the Bodoland Territorial Areas District (BTAD) areas, NDFB-IKS cadres were drawn from the Districts of Dhubri, Chirang, Barpeta and Kokrajhar. After the incidents, the cadres were asked to shift towards Bhutan in small groups to save themselves from the intensified operations by Police and security forces.
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May - 18 
The Sentinel reports that in a joint operation on May 18, Security Forces (SFs) arrested four United A’chik Liberation Army (UALA) militants, all from Meghalaya, identified as Sangrak D Shira, Singrong D Shira, Salma D Sangma and Nington D Khar from
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The Sentinel reports that in a joint operation on May 18, Security Forces (SFs) arrested four United A’chik Liberation Army (UALA) militants, all from Meghalaya, identified as Sangrak D Shira, Singrong D Shira, Salma D Sangma and Nington D Khar from Damra in Goalpara District, reports The Sentinel. Two 7.65 mm pistols (made in USA), a 9 mm pistol, nine live rounds, one hand grenade and many incriminating documents were recovered. UALA and Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) have been carrying out heavy extortion from the local population residing along Assam–Meghalaya border.
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May - 18 
The Shillong Times on May 19 reports that several NGOs, student unions, mothers union, headmen of several villages and the people of Aradonga in West Khasi Hills District have condemned the decision of the Government to set up the camp for Breakaway
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The Shillong Times on May 19 reports that several NGOs, student unions, mothers union, headmen of several villages and the people of Aradonga in West Khasi Hills District have condemned the decision of the Government to set up the camp for Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) in Aradonga in West Khasi Hills.
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May - 18 
The Shillong Times reports that a Smooth Bore Breach Loading Gun (SBBL) was recovered from an individual identified as Hebath BMarak Nengchonggre village in West Khasi Hills on May 18.
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The Shillong Times reports that a Smooth Bore Breach Loading Gun (SBBL) was recovered from an individual identified as Hebath BMarak Nengchonggre village in West Khasi Hills on May 18.
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May - 18 
Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were injured during an operation launched by joint Police team from three Districts of Ranchi, Ramgarh and Bokaro, 40km from Ranchi District, on May 18, reports The Telegraph. They carried out t
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Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were injured during an operation launched by joint Police team from three Districts of Ranchi, Ramgarh and Bokaro, 40km from Ranchi District, on May 18, reports The Telegraph. They carried out the offensive in the forests between Ormanjhi and Gola on the basis of intelligence reports that Maoists from nearby Districts have gathered there. “We spotted bloodstains at several places near Barki Jeratoli village in Gola Police Station area of Ramgarh District, where the encounter took place. At least two rebels sustained severe injuries. However, we have not been able to arrest anyone. The operation will continue,” Director General of Police (DGP) Rajeev Kumar said.
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May - 19 
Separately, a soldier, identified as Vinod Kumar, was killed when militants triggered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in Pallanwala sector of Akhnoor in Jammu District. The militants, who had apparently planted the mine, returned towards Paki
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Separately, a soldier, identified as Vinod Kumar, was killed when militants triggered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in Pallanwala sector of Akhnoor in Jammu District. The militants, who had apparently planted the mine, returned towards Pakistan after the attack. The Army has not divulged the details of the attack so far.
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May - 19 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Bhaiya Ram alias Bipin, wanted in connection with the killing of five Policemen, was arrested from an unidentified place near Rukhi Ghati in Gumla District on May 19, reports The Eco
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Bhaiya Ram alias Bipin, wanted in connection with the killing of five Policemen, was arrested from an unidentified place near Rukhi Ghati in Gumla District on May 19, reports The Economic Times. He was arrested when he came to meet someone near Rukhi Ghati, Superintendent of Police (SP) Bhimsen Tuti said. A 9 mm pistol was seized from him.
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May - 19 
At least two Army personnel were killed in separate incidents of violence in Jammu and Kashmir reports Hindustan Times on May 20. A Rashtriya Rifles (RR) trooper, identified as rifleman Mushtaq Ahmad Mir, was killed in militants’ fire in Budgam Distr
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At least two Army personnel were killed in separate incidents of violence in Jammu and Kashmir reports Hindustan Times on May 20. A Rashtriya Rifles (RR) trooper, identified as rifleman Mushtaq Ahmad Mir, was killed in militants’ fire in Budgam District, when a group of hiding militants fired at the Security Forces’ (SF) patrol, cordoning off Chodur’s Kaisermulah village. According to a Police Spokesman, RR is still engaging with the hiding militants. Two to three militants are suspected to be hiding in the area. Preliminary reports suggested that the militants were holed up inside a residential house. The operation, which started on May 19 was launched after the security agencies received a tip-off on the presence of wanted Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant Qasim, a selfstyled 'operation commander' and a suspect in several high-profile attacks in the Valley.
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May - 19 
Earlier on May 19, Sabyasachi Panda, the 'chief' of Odisha Maobadi Party (OMP), a breakaway faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), in a press release, announced the formation of a new united front of the Maoists called the Commu
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Earlier on May 19, Sabyasachi Panda, the 'chief' of Odisha Maobadi Party (OMP), a breakaway faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), in a press release, announced the formation of a new united front of the Maoists called the Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist-Maoist (CPI-MLM), reports The New Indian Express . Panda is the ‘general secretary’ of the new formation. The united front has been forged between the OMP and the erstwhile Communist Party of India-Marxist Leninist [(CPI-ML (Janashakti)] and certain Maoist groups based in West Bengal. The press release said, ‘Communist revolutionaries belonging to different ML/ Maoist groups and sections have come forward to build a single united communist revolutionary party in the name and style of CPI (MLM) in an exercise in (the) right direction. We hope to rise up to the occasion, earnestly serving the interest of the people and foiling the evil fascist design of Indian comprador ruling class.”
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May - 19 
Earlier, a Maoist, identified as Mainuram, carrying a reward of INR 3000 on his head, was arrested during a combing operation from Kokodi village under Bayanar Police Station limits in Kondagaon District on May 19, reports Zee News. Acting on a tip o
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Earlier, a Maoist, identified as Mainuram, carrying a reward of INR 3000 on his head, was arrested during a combing operation from Kokodi village under Bayanar Police Station limits in Kondagaon District on May 19, reports Zee News. Acting on a tip off about presence of Maoists at a local fair, a squad of Chhattisgarh Armed Force (CAF) and District Force was mobilised in Bayanar region. When the security personnel reached near Kokodi, they spotted a man fleeing into the forests. Then the SFs chased and arrested him.
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May - 19 
Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Haider Ali alias Black Beauty revealed to his interrogators that major terror outfits operating in the Kashmir Valley like Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) had joined hands wit
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Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Haider Ali alias Black Beauty revealed to his interrogators that major terror outfits operating in the Kashmir Valley like Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) had joined hands with Indian Mujahideen (IM) and Student Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) with the objective of eliminating Prime Minister (PM)-elect Narendra Modi Deccan Chronicle reports on May 23. Following the Patna (Bihar) blast of October, 2013, Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) top operatives directed that all major terror outfits should pool their resources in targeting Modi, he added. Ali, disclosed that ISI top brass was extremely unhappy with the failed attempt on Modi’s life at the Patna rally. The ISI, he claimed, felt that IM and SIMI which had jointly carried out the explosions was not competent enough to carry out such “major operations”. “The threat to Mr Modi is very high as these terror outfits are still on the lookout for an opportunity to target him. A few days ago some key SIMI operatives had openly raised slogans threatening the PM elect during a court hearing in Madhya Pradesh. So the threat perception remains high and we are closely monitoring activities of these subversive groups,” a top security official said.
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May - 19 
Isak Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) stated that it would check and take stern action against anyone indulging in illegal activities in area of Indira Gandhi Stadium in Kohima District, DC Court and Agri Expo, 4th M
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Isak Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) stated that it would check and take stern action against anyone indulging in illegal activities in area of Indira Gandhi Stadium in Kohima District, DC Court and Agri Expo, 4th Mile areas in Dimapur, Ngaland Post reports on May 20.
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May - 19 
Meanwhile, A’chik National Liberation Army (ANLA) has denied serving demand note to St. Clariet School in Ampati of South West Garo Hills, The Shillong Times reports on May 20. ANLA leader, Dilseng A’chik, claimed it was the work of other groups sinc
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Meanwhile, A’chik National Liberation Army (ANLA) has denied serving demand note to St. Clariet School in Ampati of South West Garo Hills, The Shillong Times reports on May 20. ANLA leader, Dilseng A’chik, claimed it was the work of other groups since the outfit was yet to deploy their cadres in Ampati region. Catholic institutions in Garo Hills will remain closed on May 20 (Today) in protest against the extortion notice.
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May - 19 
Meanwhile, Khaplang faction of NSCN (NSCN-K), United Sangtam Region (USR) has informed on May 19 that all employees, contractors and business establishments under Kiphire District and Longkhim/Chare Area in Tuensang District are not allowed to deal w
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Meanwhile, Khaplang faction of NSCN (NSCN-K), United Sangtam Region (USR) has informed on May 19 that all employees, contractors and business establishments under Kiphire District and Longkhim/Chare Area in Tuensang District are not allowed to deal with the taxation matter for the fiscal year 2014-15 without the knowledge of the region ‘chairman’, reports Nagaland Post. The USR chairman in a press release stated that USR chairman should be consulted by centrally assigned person before dealing with taxation matter.
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May - 19 
Meanwhile, Pallabi Dangoria, daughter of ‘commander-in-chief’ of ULFA-Independent (ULFA-I), Paresh Barua was reported missing by her mother at Rajabheta Police outpost in Dibrugarh District on May 19, reports The Telegraph.
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Meanwhile, Pallabi Dangoria, daughter of ‘commander-in-chief’ of ULFA-Independent (ULFA-I), Paresh Barua was reported missing by her mother at Rajabheta Police outpost in Dibrugarh District on May 19, reports The Telegraph.
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May - 19 
Nagaland Post reports on May 20 that Against Corruption And Unabated Taxation (ACAUT) Nagaland has stated that “Naga people are eagerly awaiting the PM-in-waiting, Narendra Modi” to seriously look into the Naga political issue in the light of “contin
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Nagaland Post reports on May 20 that Against Corruption And Unabated Taxation (ACAUT) Nagaland has stated that “Naga people are eagerly awaiting the PM-in-waiting, Narendra Modi” to seriously look into the Naga political issue in the light of “continuous strife affecting peace and prosperity of the Naga people”.
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May - 19 
Police and intelligence agencies are investigating the origin of a 'circular' purportedly written by an Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative, which details the recruitment drive initiated by the banned terrorist outfit in Kerala, The Times of India repor
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Police and intelligence agencies are investigating the origin of a 'circular' purportedly written by an Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative, which details the recruitment drive initiated by the banned terrorist outfit in Kerala, The Times of India reports on May 20. Probe is on to establish whether the letter has really originated from the terrorist organization or is the handiwork of mischief-mongers. The circular is in the form a directive to fellow cadres demanding a coordinated move to revive the organization that is facing serious trouble after security agencies started a crackdown against it. The letter asked the cadres to assemble at a particular place on a given date to discuss future course of action. The letter also allegedly contains the numbers of vehicles used by cadres of the outfit. The incident assumed another level when a notice attached to the circular appeared in the city on May 18. The notice was pasted at a public place under the town police station limits in Kozhikode of Kozhikode District. Police had received the same notice along with the circular, which was meant to be circulated among a particular community. Senior Police officers admitted the existence of such a poster, but refused to divulge more details. District Police Chief (Kozhikode city) A V George is leading the investigation.
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May - 19 
Security Forces (SFs), on May 19, recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition including four 9mm Sub Machine Guns with magazines, one 40mm UBGL, one 40 mm Lathod Launcher, one 9mm Pistol with magazine, eight live rounds, twenty three 5.56mm rounds
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Security Forces (SFs), on May 19, recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition including four 9mm Sub Machine Guns with magazines, one 40mm UBGL, one 40 mm Lathod Launcher, one 9mm Pistol with magazine, eight live rounds, twenty three 5.56mm rounds and forty 7.62 mm rounds from Karang Pat area of Loktak Lake in Imphal when a search operation was launched based on specific intelligence, reports The Sangai Express. The weapons and ammunition were found hidden in the pat area wrapped in polythene bags. According to some sources, the cache may have been hidden by Peoples Liberation Army (PLA).
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May - 19 
Separately, the All Assam Minority Students’ Union (AAMSU), on May 19, announced a series of protests from May 24, demanding review of the Bodo Accord, seizure of illegal weapons from BTAD and strong action against the culprits of 2008, 2012 and 2014
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Separately, the All Assam Minority Students’ Union (AAMSU), on May 19, announced a series of protests from May 24, demanding review of the Bodo Accord, seizure of illegal weapons from BTAD and strong action against the culprits of 2008, 2012 and 2014 violence, reports The Telegraph. The students’ union alleged that the State Government’s failure to take strong action had encouraged frequent killings, abductions and extortion in the BTAD, resulting in fear and uncertainty among all communities.
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May - 19 
The Sangai Express reports that Chiefs of 135 villages located within Khengjoy block of Chandel District, on May 19, resolved to see that no designated camp of Kuki National Liberation Front (KNLF) will be opened at Semol village in Chandel District.
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The Sangai Express reports that Chiefs of 135 villages located within Khengjoy block of Chandel District, on May 19, resolved to see that no designated camp of Kuki National Liberation Front (KNLF) will be opened at Semol village in Chandel District. The village Chiefs pointed out that KNLF is affiliated to Kuki National Army (KNA) and hence, KNLF’s designated camp should be opened within KNA area. Semol village Chief Tirgoulen Haokip said that he was not given any prior information before the Government took up steps to open a designated camp within his village jurisdiction. Semol is already home to a designated camp of United Kuki Liberation Front (UKLF), affiliated to United Peoples Front (UPF), the other umbrella body of Kuki militant groups.
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May - 19 
The Special Investigation Division (SID) of the Crime Branch-Crime Investigation Department (CB-CID), investigating the twin bomb blasts on Bangalore-Guwahati Express in Chennai Central Railway Station on May 1, interrogated the terror suspects ‘Poli
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The Special Investigation Division (SID) of the Crime Branch-Crime Investigation Department (CB-CID), investigating the twin bomb blasts on Bangalore-Guwahati Express in Chennai Central Railway Station on May 1, interrogated the terror suspects ‘Police’ Fakruddin, Panna Ismail and Bilal Malik in the Vellore Central Prison for Men, New Indian Express reports on May 20. Sources in the Prison Department said that two Police officers of the SID, including Additional Superintendent of Police of CB-CID Marirajan, had reached the Vellore Central Prison earlier on May 16. A source said it was a regular procedure of an investigation in such highly sensitive cases. “The officials had interrogated to verifying certain information that will help them to proceed with the investigation further and also help the officers get a crucial lead in the May 1 blast case,” said a Police. It is the second such interrogation. “Two days after the blast, senior police officers of SID had interrogated the trio in the prison,” said the officer. Fakruddin, Ismail and Malik had denied their involvement in targeting public utility and the public, said the police source. The police also said they were yet to get tangible evidence on South Indian Mujahideen and its network.
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May - 19 
The Telegraph reports that a 12-year-old boy, identified as Aditya, son of a businessman Rameswar Jaiswal was abducted by suspected IKS faction of national democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) militants from Dhekiajuli town in Sonitpur District on
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The Telegraph reports that a 12-year-old boy, identified as Aditya, son of a businessman Rameswar Jaiswal was abducted by suspected IKS faction of national democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) militants from Dhekiajuli town in Sonitpur District on May 19. Police said Aditya has been missing since he went out on his bicycle from his house in the afternoon of May 19. Sources said the outfit has demanded INR 6 million as ransom.
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May - 20 
Indian President Pranab Mukherjee rejected the mercy petition of Yakub Abdul Razzak Memon, convicted in the 1993 Mumbai (Maharashtra) serial blasts case, Financial Express reports on May 21. Memon is the brother of Ibrahim Memon alias Tiger Memon,
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Indian President Pranab Mukherjee rejected the mercy petition of Yakub Abdul Razzak Memon, convicted in the 1993 Mumbai (Maharashtra) serial blasts case, Financial Express reports on May 21. Memon is the brother of Ibrahim Memon alias Tiger Memon, the alleged mastermind and main accused in the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts case, who is absconding. Sources said the decision was taken by the President last week and communicated to the Maharashtra Government, which will decide the execution date. Memon is currently lodged in the high-security ward of Nagpur jail. “The President’s office sent a reply to the central government last week. We have received the reply,” confirmed a state government official. Earlier, in March, 2013 the Supreme Court had confirmed the death sentence awarded to Memon, holding him guilty of being the “driving spirit” behind the blasts which killed 257 people, while commuting the death sentence awarded to 10 others to life imprisonment till their death. Memon then moved a clemency petition before the President in October, 2013.
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May - 20 
Army on May 20 recovered huge cache of arms and ammunition from Kaithawali forests of Keran Sector in Kupwara District, reports Daily Excelsior. A senior Army officer said that two AK rifles, 3 AK magazines, 221 AK rounds, six pistols, 10 pistol ma
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Army on May 20 recovered huge cache of arms and ammunition from Kaithawali forests of Keran Sector in Kupwara District, reports Daily Excelsior. A senior Army officer said that two AK rifles, 3 AK magazines, 221 AK rounds, six pistols, 10 pistol magazines and 96 pistol rounds and one kenwood radio set were recovered.
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May - 20 
During a pre-dawn raid by Police Commandos, five United Achik Liberation Army (UALA) militants were killed and one Police Officer injured in a gun battle at Chiokgre village near Williamnagar in East Garo Hills District on May 20, reports The Shillon
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During a pre-dawn raid by Police Commandos, five United Achik Liberation Army (UALA) militants were killed and one Police Officer injured in a gun battle at Chiokgre village near Williamnagar in East Garo Hills District on May 20, reports The Shillong Times. The slain militants have been identified as Sengnang N Sangma, Batnagar R Marak, Dikdik D Momin, Kallam R Marak and Kekil R Marak The Operation was launched after getting reports about the presence of a large group of armed men in a makeshift camp close to family residence of the outfit’s ‘chairman’ Singbirth Marak alias Norrok X Momin. However he along with six others managed to escape during the fire fight. There were reportedly as many as 30 cadres in two separate locations when the raid was conducted. The District Police Chief, Davis Nestell R Marak also revealed that as many as 20 militants were taking shelter in a makeshift camp in forested area just metres from Norrok’s house. The Security Forces (SFs) also recovered three AK rifles with five magazines, 109 live ammunition, a pistol with three magazines, 22 empty cases of AK ammunition, two demand notes along with embroidered name plates and shoulder badges.
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May - 20 
Earlier in the night of May 20, three trucks were set ablaze by suspected PLFI cadres in Lohardaga District, reported IBN Live. The trucks were set ablaze near Senah area after the drivers and helpers were asked by the cadres to get off, Superintende
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Earlier in the night of May 20, three trucks were set ablaze by suspected PLFI cadres in Lohardaga District, reported IBN Live. The trucks were set ablaze near Senah area after the drivers and helpers were asked by the cadres to get off, Superintendent of Police (SP) Mritinjaya Kumar said. The trucks were set ablaze for not paying extortion, a PLFI leaflet recovered from the spot said.
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May - 20 
In a follow up operation, another KYKL militant, identified as Phuritsabam Shyamo Singh, was arrested at Awang Wabagai Makha Leikai in Imphal. An M20 with magazine and two mobile phone handsets were seized from him. He too was involved in extortion a
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In a follow up operation, another KYKL militant, identified as Phuritsabam Shyamo Singh, was arrested at Awang Wabagai Makha Leikai in Imphal. An M20 with magazine and two mobile phone handsets were seized from him. He too was involved in extortion activities
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May - 20 
In another incident on May 20, a Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) militant, identified as Leihaothabam Joychandra Sharma alias Boy, was arrested by SF from his residence at Khonghampat Mayai Leikai, Imphal West District. He was allegedly involved in ex
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In another incident on May 20, a Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) militant, identified as Leihaothabam Joychandra Sharma alias Boy, was arrested by SF from his residence at Khonghampat Mayai Leikai, Imphal West District. He was allegedly involved in extortion. A mobile was seized from him.
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May - 20 
In another incident, Army on May 20 carried out searches in Marbal forests in Sopore area of Baramulla District and found 5 blankets, cylinder and dry ration that were used by militants in the forest area, reports Daily Excelsior
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In another incident, Army on May 20 carried out searches in Marbal forests in Sopore area of Baramulla District and found 5 blankets, cylinder and dry ration that were used by militants in the forest area, reports Daily Excelsior
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May - 20 
Intelligence officials are warning that Indian Islamist groups are preparing for a fresh round of attacks, The Hindu reports on May 21. Intelligence sources said at least six former Indian Mujahideen (IM) operatives are believed to be training at al
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Intelligence officials are warning that Indian Islamist groups are preparing for a fresh round of attacks, The Hindu reports on May 21. Intelligence sources said at least six former Indian Mujahideen (IM) operatives are believed to be training at al Qaeda-linked camps in Pakistan’s North Waziristan Agency. Mirza Shadab Beg, Shahnawaz Alam, Muhammad ‘Bada’ Sajid, Alamzeb Afridi, Shafi Armar and Sultan Armar all members of IM's Azamgarh and Bhatkal cells who fled India in 2008-2009 broke with IM after Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) forced its Karachi-based military commander, Riyaz Bhatkal to scale back operations.s
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May - 20 
Meanwhile, All Assam Minority Students' Union (AAMSU) on May 20, demanded a white paper from the State Government on the steps it had taken in recovering illegal weapons in Bodoland territorial Administered Districts (BTAD), reports The Times of Indi
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Meanwhile, All Assam Minority Students' Union (AAMSU) on May 20, demanded a white paper from the State Government on the steps it had taken in recovering illegal weapons in Bodoland territorial Administered Districts (BTAD), reports The Times of India.
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May - 20 
Meanwhile, fish and egg traders of Imphal have accused the Isak-Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) of trying to control the market for these two items in Manipur by sending out its “associates” to retail outlets in Imp
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Meanwhile, fish and egg traders of Imphal have accused the Isak-Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) of trying to control the market for these two items in Manipur by sending out its “associates” to retail outlets in Imphal for procuring the items only from them instead of whole sellers, reports The Telegraph on May 21. Traders also stated that ten Imphal-bound trucks carrying fish and eggs had been stranded at Dimapur in Nagaland and Mao and Tadubi areas of Senapati District in Manipur on May 17 after the vehicles were stopped allegedly by the cadres of the militant outfit. The traders have submitted a referendum seeking Government’s intervention.
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May - 20 
Meanwhile, Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police on May 20 arrested a militant of Tehreek-e-Jehad (TeJ), identified as Mukhtiyar Ahmad (33) along with his wife and seven children from Surankote town in Poonch District, reports Daily Excelsior. An unnamed of
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Meanwhile, Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police on May 20 arrested a militant of Tehreek-e-Jehad (TeJ), identified as Mukhtiyar Ahmad (33) along with his wife and seven children from Surankote town in Poonch District, reports Daily Excelsior. An unnamed official said Ahmad had gone to Pakistan for arms training and returned in 2001 to marry. The couple later went back to Pakistan two years later. The family had recently returned to Jammu & Kashmir via Nepal border. Though most of the militants returning from Pakistan or Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) along with their wives and children are caught on Nepal border and handed over to Special Cell of J&K Police by the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), the TeJ militant managed to give slip to the SSB at Nepal border and reached Surankote along with his family.
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May - 20 
Meanwhile, KNLF in response to the increased opposition to setting up of its designated camp at Semol village under Khengjoy block in Chandel District, clarified that the decision to set up the outfit’s designated camp at Semol was an outcome of trip
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Meanwhile, KNLF in response to the increased opposition to setting up of its designated camp at Semol village under Khengjoy block in Chandel District, clarified that the decision to set up the outfit’s designated camp at Semol was an outcome of tripartite resolution among the KNLF, Government of Manipur and Government of India (GoI), The Sangai Express reports on May 21. In a statement, they pointed out that setting up of its designated camp at Semol was a tripartite resolution adopted on March 26, 2014 after the outfit signed the Suspension of Operation (SoO) agreement on Sept 9, 2013.
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May - 20 
Meanwhile, SFs recovered two Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) from Dagal Dopgre area in South Garo Hills District, bordering Bangladesh planted by Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA), reports Nagaland Post on May 21. Lakardor Syiem, the District
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Meanwhile, SFs recovered two Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) from Dagal Dopgre area in South Garo Hills District, bordering Bangladesh planted by Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA), reports Nagaland Post on May 21. Lakardor Syiem, the District Police Chief of South Garo Hills said “We have recovered two IEDs bomb fitted inside two pressure cookers to carry out explosion in the area.”
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May - 20 
Meanwhile, some unidentified individuals planted an explosive device weighing 125 Grams at Babina Diagnostic Centre at Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) Road in Imphal West District on May 20. The explosive was found in a red polythene ba
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Meanwhile, some unidentified individuals planted an explosive device weighing 125 Grams at Babina Diagnostic Centre at Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) Road in Imphal West District on May 20. The explosive was found in a red polythene bag. The bomb was recovered by Bomb Disposal Squad and was later disposed off.
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May - 20 
Nagaland Post on May 21 reports that two NSCN-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) extortionists identified as Wonthungo Ngullie and Amento Sema were caught by the public at Doyang in Wokha District. A .9 mm revolver with five rounds, extortion notes and ‘tax’ rece
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Nagaland Post on May 21 reports that two NSCN-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) extortionists identified as Wonthungo Ngullie and Amento Sema were caught by the public at Doyang in Wokha District. A .9 mm revolver with five rounds, extortion notes and ‘tax’ receipts were recovered from them. The incident occurred when ACVA members were informed that some extortionists were forcibly collecting money from commercial vehicles plying between Merapani-Wokha road
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May - 20 
National Investigation Agency (NIA) on May 20, arrested four suspected Indian Mujahideen (IM) militants for alleged involvement in Patna (Bihar) blasts of October 27, 2013, targeting Prime Minister designate, Narendra Modi, from Seethio village in Ra
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National Investigation Agency (NIA) on May 20, arrested four suspected Indian Mujahideen (IM) militants for alleged involvement in Patna (Bihar) blasts of October 27, 2013, targeting Prime Minister designate, Narendra Modi, from Seethio village in Ranchi District, reports The Times of India. They have been identified as Haider, Numan, Taufeeq, and Muzibullah, and were absconding for months. The mastermind behind the plan and execution of the Patna bombings is allegedly Tehseen Akhtar, who is the current 'India operations chief' of IM.
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May - 20 
Pakistan on May 20 violated the ceasefire and opened fire along Line of Control (LoC) at Krishna Ghati Sector in Poonch District, reports Outlook India. There was no death, injury or damage to anyone on the Indian side of the LoC. Troops guarding the
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Pakistan on May 20 violated the ceasefire and opened fire along Line of Control (LoC) at Krishna Ghati Sector in Poonch District, reports Outlook India. There was no death, injury or damage to anyone on the Indian side of the LoC. Troops guarding the borderline retaliated strongly.
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May - 20 
Separately, Karbi People Liberation Army (KPLT) is reportedly extorting money from the Khasi population residing in Block II, Ri-Bhoi District, reports The Shillong Times on May 21. As per reports, the KPLT has been openly demanding and threatening K
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Separately, Karbi People Liberation Army (KPLT) is reportedly extorting money from the Khasi population residing in Block II, Ri-Bhoi District, reports The Shillong Times on May 21. As per reports, the KPLT has been openly demanding and threatening Khasi people who refuse to heed to the extortion threats. A resident of Umtleih village in Umsning of Ri-Bhoi District stated that he had received a call from the ‘area commander’ of the outfit on May 19 night demanding that each family of the village should pay INR 2000 each to the outfit. The ‘Area Commander’ also threatened that the outfit would not hesitate to kill those who refused to pay.
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May - 20 
Suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre beat up Ganga Madhi to death at Kabasiguda village under the Kalimela Police limits in Malkangiri District in the wee hours of May 21, reports The Pioneer. Sources said that a group of susp
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Suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre beat up Ganga Madhi to death at Kabasiguda village under the Kalimela Police limits in Malkangiri District in the wee hours of May 21, reports The Pioneer. Sources said that a group of suspected Maoists attacked Ganga when he was sleeping outside his house with his son. His son too was injured in the attack, the sources added. The sources also said the Maoists killed Ganga suspecting him a Police informer.
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May - 20 
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel on May 20 arrested a wanted Peoples Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), cadre, identified as Prabal Toppo, from Sakardaga forest are
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The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel on May 20 arrested a wanted Peoples Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), cadre, identified as Prabal Toppo, from Sakardaga forest area of Jashpur District, reports NDTV. Toppo carried a reward of INR 6,000 on his head.
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May - 20 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) is operating through 128 frontal organisations in Haryana, Delhi (National Capital Region), Uttarakhand, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Bihar, Orissa, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Wes
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) is operating through 128 frontal organisations in Haryana, Delhi (National Capital Region), Uttarakhand, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Bihar, Orissa, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Kerala, says a recent Intelligence Bureau (IB) analysis, reports The Daily Mail on May 21. Though IB's internal report has established growing Maoist activities in Punjab, there is no information about the exact number of frontal organisations active in the state. While no arrests have been made recently, the Jalandhar Police in January 2009 arrested Jai Parkash Dubey from Phillaur, a senior Maoist, who was trying to revive the Naxalism-[Left-Wing Extremism (LWE)] in the State.
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May - 20 
The Guardian reports on May 20, that an Islamist group Ansar-ut-Tawheed fi Bilaad Hind (Brotherhood for Monotheism in the land of Hind) issued a video stating, "O lions of faith, target the oppressive and infidel Indian government's financial centres
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The Guardian reports on May 20, that an Islamist group Ansar-ut-Tawheed fi Bilaad Hind (Brotherhood for Monotheism in the land of Hind) issued a video stating, "O lions of faith, target the oppressive and infidel Indian government's financial centres and economic interests within India and those located around the world, until Indian government reaches the brink of destruction". The statements were made by a person who calls himself Abdur Rehman al Hindi (the Indian).The appeal is addressed to the leaders of independent extremist groups and al Qaeda affiliates around the Islamic world, including the Taliban, al Qaeda in the Yemen, al Qaeda in the Maghreb, the Islamic State of Iraq and others. Ansar-ut-Tawheed fi Bilaad Hind in the video announced its formation late last year (2013). Its first video, released in October, was called Usood-ul-Hind (Lions of India). The group's media appears to be inspired by the al Qaeda media operation, known as As Sahab. It frequently disseminates extremist propaganda, including translated videos of al-Zawahiri's statements, in Hindi.
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May - 21 
India on May 21 said it supports a stable maritime environment in Asia, including the right of maritime passage and unimpeded commerce in accordance with international law, reports Business Standard. Dinkar Khullar, secretary (West) in the Min
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India on May 21 said it supports a stable maritime environment in Asia, including the right of maritime passage and unimpeded commerce in accordance with international law, reports Business Standard. Dinkar Khullar, secretary (West) in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in Shanghai (China) that India "recognises the priority needed to consider new approaches within the overall framework of the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) to promote international cooperation for the sustainable use of living resources of the high seas as well as mutually beneficial sharing of seabed resources located in areas beyond national jurisdiction". On terrorism, Khullar said it poses a serious threat to the security and well-being of our peoples. "Almost each and every country in CICA (Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia) has suffered from terrorist atrocities. Our commitment to CICA principles should be manifested in our actions and our positions on combating terrorism and its links with organised crime, narcotics and arms smuggling...There is scope for more concrete cooperation in combating terrorism, cyber crime and piracy within the CICA while respecting national competences."
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May - 21 
The Maharashtra Government on May 21 decided to give promotions to Policemen doing outstanding work in Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) affected Gadchiroli, Bhandara, Gondia and Chandrapur Districts, reports NDTV. The Maharashtra Cabin
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The Maharashtra Government on May 21 decided to give promotions to Policemen doing outstanding work in Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) affected Gadchiroli, Bhandara, Gondia and Chandrapur Districts, reports NDTV. The Maharashtra Cabinet which met under Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan's chairmanship took the decision. All Policemen posted in Maoist-affected areas, right from Constables to Assistant Police Inspectors (ASI) would stand to benefit. Their promotions would be decided by an internal committee headed by an officer of the rank of Inspector General of Police (IGP). Similarly, promotion for Policemen from Sub-Inspector (SI) to ASI would be finalised by a committee headed by the Director General of Police (DGP).
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May - 21 
The interrogation of cadres of banned Student Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) revealed that the organisation wants to be the real face of home-grown terror, swearing allegiance to Taliban and al Qaeda, looking beyond ISI patronage enjoyed by India
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The interrogation of cadres of banned Student Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) revealed that the organisation wants to be the real face of home-grown terror, swearing allegiance to Taliban and al Qaeda, looking beyond ISI patronage enjoyed by Indian Mujahideen, The Times of India reports on May 22. Questioning of SIMI operatives by Madhya Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) revealed SIMI and IM had common terror targets, despite difference in ideology. And most importantly both don't work in tandem as perceived. Questioned on probable targets, SIMI Madhya Pradesh 'chief' Abu Faisal told the anti-terrorist squad they had plans to take American tourists hostage and use them as a bargaining chip to free Aafia Siddiqui, convicted al Qaeda 'financer'. Faisal, however, told ATS that his outfit will never plot bombings or abductions with IM. "The Pakistan embassy was on my hit list. Other targets were Narendra Modi and those responsible for Muzaffarnagar riots," Faisal told. State ATS is taking Faisal's confessions seriously because his gang had successfully executed the Khandwa jailbreak plan in October 2, 2013. Also, Faisal's recruit Irfan Nagori had drawn an explosive jailbreak blueprint to free Safdar Nagori, jailed at Sabarmati Central Jail in Ahmedabad (Gujarat). They had stockpiled enough ammunition to blow up prison walls, engage guards in a gunfight and storm out of the jail with Nagori.
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May - 21 
Also, a militant belonging to Lamyanba Khuman faction of Kangleipak Communist Party-Military Council (KCP-MC) militant, identified as Oinam Kuladaja alias Tangba Singh, was arrested at Moirang College Gate, Moirang in Bishnupur District on May 21. On
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Also, a militant belonging to Lamyanba Khuman faction of Kangleipak Communist Party-Military Council (KCP-MC) militant, identified as Oinam Kuladaja alias Tangba Singh, was arrested at Moirang College Gate, Moirang in Bishnupur District on May 21. One mobile handset with SIM card was recovered from his possession. It has been revealed that he was collecting money from the public for the outfit.
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May - 21 
At least two of the four Indian Mujhaideen (IM) suspects arrested in Jharkhand had booked train tickets to visit Delhi and Amritsar on May 25, a day before Narendra Modi is scheduled to take oath in the national capital, Hindustan Times reports on Ma
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At least two of the four Indian Mujhaideen (IM) suspects arrested in Jharkhand had booked train tickets to visit Delhi and Amritsar on May 25, a day before Narendra Modi is scheduled to take oath in the national capital, Hindustan Times reports on May 22. A counter-terror official identified the two operatives scheduled to travel as Haidar Ali alias Black Beauty and Mujibullah. "Two train tickets were booked on May 19 for a journey from Mugalsarai to Delhi on May 24 on the 12397 Mahabodi Superfast Express," he said. Two further tickets were also booked for a further journey from Delhi to Amritsar in Punjab on May 25, the official said."We have recovered another set of two tickets for a return journey from Amritsar to Lucknow on May 27. We suspect that it was an elaborate plan for a reccee to carry out terror strikes ," the official added.
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May - 21 
Further, on May 21, SFs arrested a Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) cadre, identified as Indu Devi, from Nambol Phoijing Makha Leikai area in Bishnupur District. One mobile with SIM card and INR 3600 extorted by the cadre from some schools of the distri
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Further, on May 21, SFs arrested a Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) cadre, identified as Indu Devi, from Nambol Phoijing Makha Leikai area in Bishnupur District. One mobile with SIM card and INR 3600 extorted by the cadre from some schools of the district were recovered.
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May - 21 
Kanglaonline reports two Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) militants and an Assam Rifles (AR) soldier were killed in an encounter in Kambirol area in Tamenglong District on May 21. The slain ZUF cadres were identified as Mukudin Luangmei and Mathewlan P
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Kanglaonline reports two Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) militants and an Assam Rifles (AR) soldier were killed in an encounter in Kambirol area in Tamenglong District on May 21. The slain ZUF cadres were identified as Mukudin Luangmei and Mathewlan Phaome, while the deceased AR trooper was identified as Takellambam Gokil alias Nanao. Another two Security Force (SF) personnel were wounded. During the encounter, three militants were arrested along with two AK 47 assault rifles with ammunition and hand grenades.
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May - 21 
Meanwhile, K Rajendra (57), a 1979 batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of Andhra Pradesh cadre, on May 21 has been appointed as the Director General of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police (DGP), reports Hindustan Times
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Meanwhile, K Rajendra (57), a 1979 batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of Andhra Pradesh cadre, on May 21 has been appointed as the Director General of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police (DGP), reports Hindustan Times
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May - 21 
Meanwhile, the National Investigation Agency (NIA), on May 21, received approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to register the cases relating to the killing of more than 40 people in Baksa and Kokrajhar Districts on May 1 and 2, reports The
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Meanwhile, the National Investigation Agency (NIA), on May 21, received approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to register the cases relating to the killing of more than 40 people in Baksa and Kokrajhar Districts on May 1 and 2, reports The Assam Tribune. Sources said that the NIA would register four cases, three in Baksa District and one in Kokrajhar District on May 22 (today), and investigations would start soon. There is every possibility of teams of NIA officials coming from New Delhi to investigate the cases.
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May - 21 
Meanwhile, three Maoists were arrested and weapons recovered from their possession during a combing operation in Bijapur District on May 21, reports Financial Express. The cadres were arrested from Surakheda village forests under Bhairamgadh Police S
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Meanwhile, three Maoists were arrested and weapons recovered from their possession during a combing operation in Bijapur District on May 21, reports Financial Express. The cadres were arrested from Surakheda village forests under Bhairamgadh Police Station limits when they were trying to escape, a senior Police official said. Those arrested were identified as Heera Tati (24), deputy commander of Bhairamgadh LGS (Local Guerrilla Squad) of the Maoist, Jogu Telam (20) and Mangu Potami (21). Two muzzle loading guns and a sharp edged weapon were also recovered from their possession.
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May - 21 
Separately, the IK Songbijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS), on May 21, denied its hand in abduction of Aditya Jaiswal, son of a businessman in Sonitpur District on May 19. The Telegraph reports on May 21 that Assam Poli
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Separately, the IK Songbijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS), on May 21, denied its hand in abduction of Aditya Jaiswal, son of a businessman in Sonitpur District on May 19. The Telegraph reports on May 21 that Assam Police want the trial of 16 militants to be shifted from Haflong in Dima Hasao District to Silchar in Cachar District of South Assam because of security reasons. The militants, including 10 leaders and cadres of the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) and rest six from the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), were picked up following various encounters with the Security Forces in the District during the past one year.
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May - 21 
Seven Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres surrendered before Narayanpatna Police in Koraput District on May 21, reports The New Indian Express. They are identified as Rajendra Keduruka, Damba Trepeka, Rama Habika, Dumbri Miniaka, Ratu
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Seven Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres surrendered before Narayanpatna Police in Koraput District on May 21, reports The New Indian Express. They are identified as Rajendra Keduruka, Damba Trepeka, Rama Habika, Dumbri Miniaka, Ratunu Mandingi, Sana Mandingi and Dalji Kulesika. They had joined the Maoist outfit in 2009 and were involved in many Maoist-related crimes including attack on Police and blasts.
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May - 21 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on May 21 claimed that it has solved the October 27, 2013 Patna (Bihar) blast case with the arrest of four suspected Indian Mujahideen (IM) terrorists, reports New Indian Express. The Times of India adds on
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on May 21 claimed that it has solved the October 27, 2013 Patna (Bihar) blast case with the arrest of four suspected Indian Mujahideen (IM) terrorists, reports New Indian Express. The Times of India adds on May 22 that main accused in the case Haidar Ali alias Black Beauty was arrested along with his associate Mujibullah from a bus stop in Ranchi on May 20 while Nauman Ansari and a minor were arrested on May 21 from Daltonganj. NIA Director General Sharad Kumar said, “On Tuesday we picked up mastermind of the blast Haider Ali alias Black Beauty and Mojibullah and after their sustained interrogation, other two suspects -- Numan Ansari and a juvenile -- were held. With this, we have arrested all 13 accused in the case", New Indian Express reports on May 22. The NIA Chief further added that Haider was the most wanted terrorist on the run, after the arrest of Yasin Bhatkal, Assadullah Akhtar, Tehseen and Waqas. He was trying to galvanise Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) and IM operatives after the arrest of the top terrorists. Haider, the mastermind of Patna and also Bodh Gaya blasts of July 7, 2013, was carrying INR10,00,000 bounty on his head. “He has also been found working at the behest of foreign handlers and receiving funds through hawala [illegal money transaction] channels. Tuesday’s arrest clearly establishes the links between the SIMI and IM. The bombs used in the Patna and Bodh Gaya blasts were manufactured at Baralota lodge in Ranchi,” Kumar said. The group had a unique practice of choosing the leader of an operation through qura'h andazi (a draws of lots) and believed in using maal-e-ghanimat (war booty) for terror attacks. Sources said the group had committed robbery at a jewellery shop in Indore (Madhya Pradesh) few years ago and run away to Rampur (Uttar Pradesh). They used the money from the loot to fund terror activities, The Times of India reports on May 22. . "This SIMI network is big. We suspect some local handlers to be involved as well. We will question him over this," said an NIA officer adding that the group would also be questioned over recent Chennai blasts as the bombs have been found to be similar. The group had also recceed various Buddhist sites in Shrawasti, Sarnath and Kushinagar for attacks to avenge atrocities on Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar, the motivation that led to Bodh Gaya blasts as well.
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May - 21 
The Sentinel reports that a female cadre identified as Likjong Mandak of the Isak-Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) was arrested from 1–Mile, Laktong area of Changlang town in Changlang District on May 21 where she w
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The Sentinel reports that a female cadre identified as Likjong Mandak of the Isak-Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) was arrested from 1–Mile, Laktong area of Changlang town in Changlang District on May 21 where she was found collecting information about movement of Security Forces (SFs) and collecting extortion money. During the interrogation the militant, who had joined the outfit in 2010 revealed that female cadres were also being trained by underground groups for the purpose of conducting reconnaissance and collecting information on movement of SFs.
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May - 21 
The Sentinel reports that one person, identified as Anam Uddin of Howraghat Debasthan was abducted by a group of militant in the morning hour on May 21 from Ongaon Tiniali about two kilometers way from Howraghat Police Station in Karbi Anglong Distri
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The Sentinel reports that one person, identified as Anam Uddin of Howraghat Debasthan was abducted by a group of militant in the morning hour on May 21 from Ongaon Tiniali about two kilometers way from Howraghat Police Station in Karbi Anglong District. However, he was rescued unhurt six hours later by the Howraghat Police from Chapong area under Howraghat Police station. According to report available, Anam Uddin was demanded INR 100, 000 for his safe release.
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May - 21 
The Shillong Times on May 22 reports that RC Laloo, Deputy Chief Minister (CM) in charge of Revenue and Disaster Management has stated that militants are exploiting grievances of the people to lure youth into their fold. He stated that Meghalaya is w
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The Shillong Times on May 22 reports that RC Laloo, Deputy Chief Minister (CM) in charge of Revenue and Disaster Management has stated that militants are exploiting grievances of the people to lure youth into their fold. He stated that Meghalaya is witnessing violence and security threats by acts of terrorism by militant outfits. He stated, “It is really sad that the country has been fighting against insurgency for nearly five decades. In this region, there is a rise of insurgent activities especially in the states of Assam, Manipur and Tripura and also Meghalaya”.
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May - 21 
The Shillong Times reports on May 22 that Bangladeshi national who has made Meghalaya their home prior to March 24, 1971, will now be considered as Indians, the High Court of Meghalaya has ruled in a judgment passed on May 15. Justice SR Sen, while p
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The Shillong Times reports on May 22 that Bangladeshi national who has made Meghalaya their home prior to March 24, 1971, will now be considered as Indians, the High Court of Meghalaya has ruled in a judgment passed on May 15. Justice SR Sen, while passing the judgement also stated that these citizens should also be enrolled in the voters’ list in Meghalaya. The Court passed the judgment after hearing a petition filed by 40 ‘refugees’ from Bangladesh who were denied enrolment in the voters’ roll by the district administration of Ri Bhoi District citing doubts about their citizenship.
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May - 21 
The Supreme Court (SC) on May 21 (today) commuted death sentence of two convicts in 2002 in American Center attack case of Kolkata (West Bengal), reports Zee News. The apex court ordered main mastermind in the terror case Aftab Ahmad Ansari to remain
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The Supreme Court (SC) on May 21 (today) commuted death sentence of two convicts in 2002 in American Center attack case of Kolkata (West Bengal), reports Zee News. The apex court ordered main mastermind in the terror case Aftab Ahmad Ansari to remain behind bars till end of his life. Another convict Jamiluddin Nasir to remain behind the bars for at least 30 years without remission, the SC said. Earlier, the Calcutta High Court had upheld the death sentence to Ansari and Nasir.
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May - 22 
Police, on May 22, rescued Aditya Jaiswal, the 12-year-old son of a businessman of Dhekiajuli town in Sonitpur District, who was abducted by suspected IK Sonbijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) militants on May 19, rep
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Police, on May 22, rescued Aditya Jaiswal, the 12-year-old son of a businessman of Dhekiajuli town in Sonitpur District, who was abducted by suspected IK Sonbijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) militants on May 19, reports The Telegraph
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May - 22 
A Delhi court on May 22 extended till June 5, 2014 the judicial custody of suspected Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Faizan Ahmed Sultan, who was arrested on May 2 at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi after being deported from Sharjah
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A Delhi court on May 22 extended till June 5, 2014 the judicial custody of suspected Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Faizan Ahmed Sultan, who was arrested on May 2 at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi after being deported from Sharjah in connection with a case of waging war against India, reports The Hindu. Sultan was produced before District Judge I.S. Mehta after expiry of his judicial custody and the National Investigation Agency (NIA) informed the court that its probe in the case was going on. NIA arrested Sultan in connection with a case filed in 2012 relating to the larger conspiracy of IM operatives to wage war against the country by carrying out various terror strikes in India. An Interpol Red Corner Notice was issued against him to secure his provisional arrest in Sharjah. Sultan had gone to Pakistan on a fake passport and had undergone arms training there, NIA had said. He was being probed for allegedly having harboured other absconding IM operatives and providing assistance to the banned terror group by raising funds from Gulf countries.
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May - 22 
Also, agitated by the death threat issued by the Karbi People’s Liberation Tiger (KPLT) to Rangbah Shnong (headman) P Masharing of Umtlieh village in March, the Khasi Students Union (KSU) North Khasi Hills District, on May 22 threatened to avenge on
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Also, agitated by the death threat issued by the Karbi People’s Liberation Tiger (KPLT) to Rangbah Shnong (headman) P Masharing of Umtlieh village in March, the Khasi Students Union (KSU) North Khasi Hills District, on May 22 threatened to avenge on Karbi people living in the state if the KPLT does not stop torturing the Khasi people living in Block-II, reports The Shillong Times.
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May - 22 
Chief Minister (CM) Mukul Sangma, on May 22, said the Government was yet to take any decision regarding the setting up of Breakaway faction of Achik national Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) camps either in West Khasi Hills or South West Khasi Hills, repor
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Chief Minister (CM) Mukul Sangma, on May 22, said the Government was yet to take any decision regarding the setting up of Breakaway faction of Achik national Volunteer Council (ANVC-B) camps either in West Khasi Hills or South West Khasi Hills, reports The Shillong Times. “We are yet to decide on the setting up of a designated camp for the ANVC-B cadres,” Sangma said. He also said it all depended on the availability of suitable space.
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May - 22 
Epao reports that four militants of Nehlun faction of Kuki National Front (KNF-N), identified as Ngamminsen Haokip alias Sesem, Lunminlen Kipgen alias Lelen, Ngamkhotinthang Kipgen alias Thangneo and Thangkhanlal Haokip alias Lalboi were arrested fro
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Epao reports that four militants of Nehlun faction of Kuki National Front (KNF-N), identified as Ngamminsen Haokip alias Sesem, Lunminlen Kipgen alias Lelen, Ngamkhotinthang Kipgen alias Thangneo and Thangkhanlal Haokip alias Lalboi were arrested from Kamuching play ground in Thoubal District on May 22. It has been revealed that they were involved in serving monetary demands. Two mobile phone handsets were also seized from the possession of Ngamkhotinthang Kipgen and Lunminlen Kipgen.
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May - 22 
Five Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), suspected to have been planted by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres to harm Security Force personnel during just-held parliamentary polls, were recovered on May 22 in Dantewada District of C
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Five Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), suspected to have been planted by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres to harm Security Force personnel during just-held parliamentary polls, were recovered on May 22 in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh, reports Hindustantimes. The joint team of security personnel found five IEDs - four of five kilograms each and a 15 kilogram one stealthily placed beneath Chhingnar-Muusalnar road under Geedam Police Station limits, Dantewada Superintendent of Police Narendra Khare told PTI. Besides, a 50-meter wire was also recovered from the spot. Prima facie it appears that the explosives were allegedly planted by rebels to target the security personnel during last month polling in the region.
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May - 22 
Four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested and weapons were seized during a joint operation by Security Forces (SFs) on the borders of Ranchi and Gumla Districts on May 22, reports Business Standard. The operation launched
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Four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested and weapons were seized during a joint operation by Security Forces (SFs) on the borders of Ranchi and Gumla Districts on May 22, reports Business Standard. The operation launched on the borders of Ranchi District's Bero and Gumla District's Bharno areas by the joint team of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Shashtra Sima Bal, Ranchi's Senior Superintendent of Police Prabhat Kumar said. The arrested Maoists were identified as Sikander Oraon, Gandura Oraon, Sunny Oraon and Visweshwar Oraon, all hailing from Gumla District, Kumar said.
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May - 22 
Gunmen armed with machine guns and rocket-propelled grenades attacked the Indian Consulate in Afghanistan's Herat Province on May 22, an assault that injured no diplomatic staff, Police said, according to The Times of India. However, Police killed tw
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Gunmen armed with machine guns and rocket-propelled grenades attacked the Indian Consulate in Afghanistan's Herat Province on May 22, an assault that injured no diplomatic staff, Police said, according to The Times of India. However, Police killed two of the three gunmen, though one continued to fire on Security Forces trying to secure the area. The three gunmen opened fire on the consulate from a nearby home, provincial Police Chief Abdul Sami Qatra said. So far no group has claimed responsibility for the attack. Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson has confirmed that all the staff present inside the consulate are safe. Foreign Secretary Sujata Singh is reported to be monitoring the situation.
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May - 22 
In another incident, Security Forces (SFs) recovered two AK rifles, three magazines, 221 AK rounds, six pistols and 80 assorted rounds of ammunition from a militant hideout from Beaswali forest in Kupwara District on May 22, reports Daily Excelsior.
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In another incident, Security Forces (SFs) recovered two AK rifles, three magazines, 221 AK rounds, six pistols and 80 assorted rounds of ammunition from a militant hideout from Beaswali forest in Kupwara District on May 22, reports Daily Excelsior.
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May - 22 
Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Haider Ali alias Black Beauty revealed to his interrogators that major terror outfits operating in the Kashmir Valley like Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) had joined hands wit
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Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Haider Ali alias Black Beauty revealed to his interrogators that major terror outfits operating in the Kashmir Valley like Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) had joined hands with Indian Mujahideen (IM) and Student Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) with the objective of eliminating Prime Minister (PM)-elect Narendra Modi Deccan Chronicle reports on May 23. Following the Patna (Bihar) blast of October, 2013, Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) top operatives directed that all major terror outfits should pool their resources in targeting Modi, he added. Ali, disclosed that ISI top brass was extremely unhappy with the failed attempt on Modi’s life at the Patna rally. The ISI, he claimed, felt that IM and SIMI which had jointly carried out the explosions was not competent enough to carry out such “major operations”. “The threat to Mr Modi is very high as these terror outfits are still on the lookout for an opportunity to target him. A few days ago some key SIMI operatives had openly raised slogans threatening the PM elect during a court hearing in Madhya Pradesh. So the threat perception remains high and we are closely monitoring activities of these subversive groups,” a top security official said.
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May - 22 
Jharkhand Police arrested four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including two ‘area commanders’, during a combing operation in Gumla District on May 22, reports Business Standard. Prabhat Kumar, Senior Superintendent of Police (SS
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Jharkhand Police arrested four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including two ‘area commanders’, during a combing operation in Gumla District on May 22, reports Business Standard. Prabhat Kumar, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Ranchi said, "We recovered almost nine arms after we searched the area after seizing. The recovered item consists of carbine, carbine regular, country made rifles and 22 rounds of bullets. Some mobiles phones have also been recovered. The four arrested Maoists have been identified as Bibeshwar Uraun, Sikander Uraun, Sunny Uraun and Gandur Uraun."
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May - 22 
Jihad Council (UJC) 'chairman' Syed Salahuddin on May 22 urged Indian leadership to adopt a realistic approach vis-à-vis peaceful settlement of Kashmir issue, reports Greater Kashmir. He said entire subcontinent will witness catastrophe if Narendra M
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Jihad Council (UJC) 'chairman' Syed Salahuddin on May 22 urged Indian leadership to adopt a realistic approach vis-à-vis peaceful settlement of Kashmir issue, reports Greater Kashmir. He said entire subcontinent will witness catastrophe if Narendra Modi led Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) Government continued to espouse belligerent policies. “If Modi regime adopts an unrealistic modus operandi it will create a catastrophe, detrimental to the whole subcontinent and if he (Modi) is realistic in understanding the confronting issues and problems of the subcontinent he can make a substantial breakthrough,” he added.
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May - 22 
Meanwhile, a combined team of Imphal East District Police commandos and troops of 40 AR arrested four cadres of Nehlun faction of Kuki National Front (KNF-N) during a search operation at Kamuching under Yairipok Police Station in Thoubal District on
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Meanwhile, a combined team of Imphal East District Police commandos and troops of 40 AR arrested four cadres of Nehlun faction of Kuki National Front (KNF-N) during a search operation at Kamuching under Yairipok Police Station in Thoubal District on May 22, reports The Sangai Express. The arrested militants were identified as Ngamkhotinthang alias Thangneo, Thangkhanlal Haokip, LunminlenKipgen alias Lelen and Ngamminsem Haokip alias Sesem. All the four arrested KNF-N militants were under the command of ‘Corporal’ Helen Kipgen.
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May - 22 
Meanwhile, a Maoist ‘area commander’, identified as Sunder Marandi was arrested at Kairi jharna near Parasnath area under the Pirtard Police Station of Giridih District on May 22 during a joint combing operation by SFs, reports Daily Pioneer. Superin
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Meanwhile, a Maoist ‘area commander’, identified as Sunder Marandi was arrested at Kairi jharna near Parasnath area under the Pirtard Police Station of Giridih District on May 22 during a joint combing operation by SFs, reports Daily Pioneer. Superintendent of Police (SP) Karanti Kumar said that the Maoist was involved in killing several Police personnel.
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May - 22 
Meanwhile, coal traders, shop keepers and even Government servants at Shallang in West Khasi Hills District were served demand notes by the recently formed Assam based United North East Liberation Army (UNELA) outfit, reports The Shillong Times on Ma
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Meanwhile, coal traders, shop keepers and even Government servants at Shallang in West Khasi Hills District were served demand notes by the recently formed Assam based United North East Liberation Army (UNELA) outfit, reports The Shillong Times on May 23. The notes served were of INR 20,000 each.
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May - 22 
Meanwhile, the All Nagaland Taxi Association (ANTA), Zunheboto unit, appealed to Isak-Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) to look into complaints of harassment by its cadres as the unit has been receiving complaints in
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Meanwhile, the All Nagaland Taxi Association (ANTA), Zunheboto unit, appealed to Isak-Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) to look into complaints of harassment by its cadres as the unit has been receiving complaints in the last few days, reports Nagaland Post on May 23. In a statement ANTA, Zunheboto unit president T. Katoshe Yeptho said there have been complaints that certain NSCN-IM cadres have been harassing taxi drivers plying between Zunheboto and Dimapur via Pughoboto. The cadres apparently were demanding yearly ‘tax’.
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May - 22 
Meanwhile, the Border Security Force’s (BSF) Inspector General (IG) of Mizoram and Cachar Frontier Dinesh Kumar Upadhyaya, on May 22, said that he would pay special attention to prevent infiltration, smuggling and trans-border crimes, reports The Sen
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Meanwhile, the Border Security Force’s (BSF) Inspector General (IG) of Mizoram and Cachar Frontier Dinesh Kumar Upadhyaya, on May 22, said that he would pay special attention to prevent infiltration, smuggling and trans-border crimes, reports The Sentinel. Upadhyaya, who assumed charge on May 19, said that he would also pay special attention towards maintaining cordial relationship with the Bangladesh counterpart Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB). He also directed troops under his command to maintain good and cordial relations with civil population residing in border areas, a press release issued by BSF said.
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May - 22 
Members of the Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI), youth wing of the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M), on May 22, staged a protest in Almora District demanding a probe into the arrest and harassment of Diwan Singh Bisht, Jeevan Chand
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Members of the Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI), youth wing of the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M), on May 22, staged a protest in Almora District demanding a probe into the arrest and harassment of Diwan Singh Bisht, Jeevan Chandra, Govind Ram, and Joga Ram on May 4 by giving them Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) tag, reports The Hindu. However, Puran Lal Verma, Station House Officer (SHO), Almora Police Station, said that they arrested the four persons after Maoist posters were found in the area. SHO Verma said, “They are Maoists. We found the posters and Maoist literature in their houses.”
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May - 22 
Neeraj Ganjhu (32), the main financial-cum-arms manager of Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), a breakaway faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), was arrested in Hazaribag District on May 22, reports The Times of India. Hazaribagh
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Neeraj Ganjhu (32), the main financial-cum-arms manager of Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), a breakaway faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), was arrested in Hazaribag District on May 22, reports The Times of India. Hazaribagh Superintendent of Police (SP) Manoj Kaushik said, "He is one of the main accused in the murder of Jharkhand Prastuti Committee zonal commander Bafaljee and his colleague Basant Oraon." Ganjhu was arrested about a year ago near Pelawal with a laptop, other documents and a four-wheeler but was released later by the court. But this time, his arrest came at a time when he was plotting to kill some others, SP Kaushik said. "He was entering Hazaribag town in his Toyota Fortuner when police nabbed him. This time we have arrested him in connection with the double murders of the JPC activists," SP Kaushik added. He further said he had recently built a house worth INR 25 million in Bishnupur adjacent to Hazaribag town. Police are investigating his source of income. They have also recovered two mobile phones, each worth more than INR 40000, from his possession.
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May - 22 
Police and Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres exchanged fire in a brief encounter in forest area near Raasimeta village in Balaghat District on May 22, reports The Hindu. The incident occurred when Police confronted the Maoists on a
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Police and Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres exchanged fire in a brief encounter in forest area near Raasimeta village in Balaghat District on May 22, reports The Hindu. The incident occurred when Police confronted the Maoists on a tip off that they are arriving in the area to collect “donations” from pluckers of Tendu leaves, District Superintendent of Police (SP) Gaurav Tiwari told PTI. Maoists then fired at Police who returned it, forcing the Maoists to beat a retreat in deep forest. “Neither any naxal nor any Police jawan [trooper] was injured in the firing,” Tiwari said. Police have seized belongings of Maoists, mostly of daily use, the SP added.
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May - 22 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested a militant identified as ’corporal’ Panglem Konyak of the Khole Kitovi faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-KK) from Yannyu village in Mon District on May 22, reports Nagaland Post. 101 live rounds of
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested a militant identified as ’corporal’ Panglem Konyak of the Khole Kitovi faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-KK) from Yannyu village in Mon District on May 22, reports Nagaland Post. 101 live rounds of AK 56 rifles, one typewriter, INR 7000 and incriminating documents were recovered from him. A temporary hide out was also discovered and was destroyed by the SFs.
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May - 22 
Security Forces (SFs) on May 21 arrested one militant identified as ‘captain’ Shonsang Phom of Khole Kitovi faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-KK) from Longleng Town in Longleng District, reports Nagaland Post. A 22 Pistol with 2
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Security Forces (SFs) on May 21 arrested one militant identified as ‘captain’ Shonsang Phom of Khole Kitovi faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-KK) from Longleng Town in Longleng District, reports Nagaland Post. A 22 Pistol with 21 rounds of different caliber, one country made bomb and other incriminating documents were recovered from him.
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May - 22 
Separately, a hideout was neutralized in the Okhapani forests in Handwara area of Kupwara District on May 22, reports Daily Excelsior. Huge quantity of administrative stores which includes over 100 kgs of dry ration, cooking oil and condiments were r
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Separately, a hideout was neutralized in the Okhapani forests in Handwara area of Kupwara District on May 22, reports Daily Excelsior. Huge quantity of administrative stores which includes over 100 kgs of dry ration, cooking oil and condiments were recovered from the hideout.
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May - 22 
Separately, in a joint meeting of the Kana Area Kuki Chiefs’ Association (KAKCA), Gunpi Area Kuki Chiefs’ Association (GAKCA), Kuki Students’ Organisation (KSO) Gunpi Block, Kuki Women Human Right (KWHR), United Zou Organisation (UZO) and Kuki People
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Separately, in a joint meeting of the Kana Area Kuki Chiefs’ Association (KAKCA), Gunpi Area Kuki Chiefs’ Association (GAKCA), Kuki Students’ Organisation (KSO) Gunpi Block, Kuki Women Human Right (KWHR), United Zou Organisation (UZO) and Kuki People Forum (KPF) held on May 22, it was decided to oppose the Government’s decision to open camp for Kuki National Liberation Front (KNLF) at Semol in Chandel District, reports The Sangai Express. Another resolution of the joint meeting was to prohibit accommodation for any militant groups under ceasefire agreement, Suspension of Operation (SoO) pact or surrender to Government in the area so as to maintain tranquillity cordial relationship between different communities.
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May - 22 
Separately, with the Lok Sabha [Lower House of Indian Parliament] elections over, the United Peace Movement for Garo Hills (UPMGH) has made an appeal to both the Meghalaya Government and the Centre to nominate at the earliest three facilitators so as
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Separately, with the Lok Sabha [Lower House of Indian Parliament] elections over, the United Peace Movement for Garo Hills (UPMGH) has made an appeal to both the Meghalaya Government and the Centre to nominate at the earliest three facilitators so as to expedite the process of peace talks with militant outfits operating in the Garo Hills, reports The Shillong Times on May 23. UPMGH had earlier too sought the nomination of the facilitators but the State Government had cited the election process for the delay. UPMGH has decided to hold its general body meeting on June 7, 2014 in Tura to discuss the peace scenario in the Garo Hills and also to chalk out its future course of action. UPMGH has appealed to different organizations and common people to keep their focus on peace in the Garo Hills.
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May - 22 
The Mumbai Police Crime Branch on May 22 invoked the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Amendment Act (UAPA), 2012, in a Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) case slapping against four persons arrested in March, 2014, reports Indian Express. Police filed a
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The Mumbai Police Crime Branch on May 22 invoked the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Amendment Act (UAPA), 2012, in a Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) case slapping against four persons arrested in March, 2014, reports Indian Express. Police filed a chargesheet of around 800 pages against the four arrested accused identified as Jaspal Singh (30), Mukesh Singh (40), Dayal Mandal (30), and Dinesh Singh Megh Singh (40).
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May - 22 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested one suspected aide, identified as Soyeb Akhtar of Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Haidar Ali alias "Black Beauty" and seized explosive materials along with a laptop and a pendrive from a lodge at Bari
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested one suspected aide, identified as Soyeb Akhtar of Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Haidar Ali alias "Black Beauty" and seized explosive materials along with a laptop and a pendrive from a lodge at Bariyatu area in Ranchi city on May 22, reports The Times of India. Ranchi City Superintendant of Police (SP) Anoop Birthary confirmed the detention and recovery. "The NIA and Ranchi Police conducted a raid in Bariyatu in the wee hours on Thursday when one Soyeb Akhtar was detained," said Birthary. Soyeb was staying at a lodge in Bariyatu and was allegedly in touch with Haidar Ali, a Police officer said.
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May - 22 
The Sangai Express on May 22 reports that United Kuki Liberation Front (UKLF) clarified that it never forced or pressurised anybody to oppose the setting up of Kuki National Liberation Front (KNLF) camp in Sembol village in Chandel District. In a pre
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The Sangai Express on May 22 reports that United Kuki Liberation Front (UKLF) clarified that it never forced or pressurised anybody to oppose the setting up of Kuki National Liberation Front (KNLF) camp in Sembol village in Chandel District. In a press statement the ‘information and publicity secretary’ of UKLF, JM Thadou stated that people raised their objection on their own because keeping two unfriendly armed groups in the same area would disturb the peaceful atmosphere of the area. He also said that KNLF had surrendered to the State Government in 2013 and since they are not part of Suspension of Operations (SoO) group, KNLF has to be housed in Security Forces (SFs) camp, whereas SoO groups have proper guidelines and ground rules and not at par with the surrendered. He also added that if KNF is entitled to designated camps, the camps should be affiliated with Kuki National Organisation (KNO) Camp. He added that KNLF has already started extorting money and sending demands to truckers and Sawmills in Khengjoi subdivision in Chandel District.
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May - 23 
Further, Security Agencies alerted the Indian Army and Para-Military Forces over possible cross-border terror acts in J&K, reported Hindustan Times on May 24.
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Further, Security Agencies alerted the Indian Army and Para-Military Forces over possible cross-border terror acts in J&K, reported Hindustan Times on May 24.
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May - 23 
The Kerala Police commandos will soon have an “assault dog unit” to aid their ongoing anti- Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) operations in north Kerala, reports The Hindu on May 24. Six pure-bred Doberman Pinscher dogs are currently be
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The Kerala Police commandos will soon have an “assault dog unit” to aid their ongoing anti- Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) operations in north Kerala, reports The Hindu on May 24. Six pure-bred Doberman Pinscher dogs are currently being trained at the Kerala Police Academy in Thrissur.
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May - 23 
A court in New Delhi on May 23 handed over the custody of Indian Mujahideen (IM) suspects Tehseen Akhtar alias Monu and Waqas alias Zia-ur-Rehman to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) team conducting investigation in 2013 blasts in Hyderabad's D
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A court in New Delhi on May 23 handed over the custody of Indian Mujahideen (IM) suspects Tehseen Akhtar alias Monu and Waqas alias Zia-ur-Rehman to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) team conducting investigation in 2013 blasts in Hyderabad's Dilsukhnagar, reports Zee News. According to sources, Special Judge I.S. Mehta allowed the investigating agency's plea seeking three days' transit remand of the duo. "Both the accused are allowed to be taken to NIA special court, Nampally, Hyderabad, and both accused persons are given on three days' transit remand to NIA, Hyderabad, and hee is directed to produce them before the said court and thereafter he is further directed to produce both the accused persons before this court after completion of investigation...," the court said.
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May - 23 
A woman Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Sandhaya alias Shivabati (20), who was carrying a reward of INR 100,000 on her head, surrendered before Police in Nabarangpur District on May 23, reports orissadiary.com. She h
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A woman Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Sandhaya alias Shivabati (20), who was carrying a reward of INR 100,000 on her head, surrendered before Police in Nabarangpur District on May 23, reports orissadiary.com. She had joined the Maoists in 2010 and was an armed cadre of the Gobra Dalam (armed squad).
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May - 23 
Also, a PLA militant, identified as Chongtham Oken, who was involved in giving out monetary demands notes was arrested on May 23 at Langmeidong in Thoubal District. A mobile was seized from his possession. Based on his disclosure, another PLA cadre,
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Also, a PLA militant, identified as Chongtham Oken, who was involved in giving out monetary demands notes was arrested on May 23 at Langmeidong in Thoubal District. A mobile was seized from his possession. Based on his disclosure, another PLA cadre, identified as Maimom Bajanta Singh was arrested from Lilong Bazar in Thoubal District on the same day. However, Bangkim, 'chief of department of publicity of RPF' (Revolutionary People’s Front- Political wing of PLA) stated that Chongtham Oken was not a member of PLA, reports The Sangai Express on May 26.
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May - 23 
Army on May 23 neutralized a militant hideout in the Poshwani area of Pattan in Baramulla District and recovered large quantity of arms and ammunition, reports Daily Excelsior. Defense spokesman Lt Col N N Joshi said that acting on a specific intelli
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Army on May 23 neutralized a militant hideout in the Poshwani area of Pattan in Baramulla District and recovered large quantity of arms and ammunition, reports Daily Excelsior. Defense spokesman Lt Col N N Joshi said that acting on a specific intelligence input regarding presence of a cache of arms and ammunition, Army and Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police launched a joint search operation. “During the search of the area, security forces recovered two AK-47 rifles along with three magazines and 79 rounds of ammunition. The other recoveries included three rounds of Rocket-Propelled Grenade (RPG), one round of 51mm RPG, one Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL), 13 rounds of UBGL, three Improvised Explosive Device (IED) circuit along with 100 grams of explosive and four hand grenades,” the spokesman added.
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May - 23 
Further, two militants, identified as ‘lieutanatnt colonel’ Thokchom Kunje alias Tolen alias Babu Singh and Khongbaltabam Robin Singh of Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) were arrested by Security Forces (SFs) during a cordon and search operation at Yure
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Further, two militants, identified as ‘lieutanatnt colonel’ Thokchom Kunje alias Tolen alias Babu Singh and Khongbaltabam Robin Singh of Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) were arrested by Security Forces (SFs) during a cordon and search operation at Yurembam in Imphal West District on May 23, reports The Sangai Express. Two mobile handsets were also seized from them.
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May - 23 
Indian Mujahideen (IM) leader Riyaz Bhatkal has told IM cadres that Pakistan's Inter Service Intelligence (ISI) might now eliminate him, Dnaindia.com reports on May 24. He is, hence, planning to flee Pakistan and join hands with al Qaeda. Also, accor
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Indian Mujahideen (IM) leader Riyaz Bhatkal has told IM cadres that Pakistan's Inter Service Intelligence (ISI) might now eliminate him, Dnaindia.com reports on May 24. He is, hence, planning to flee Pakistan and join hands with al Qaeda. Also, according to Indian security agencies, ideological differences emerged between ISI and IM. Relations between ISI and IM apparently soured after IM reportedly squandered a major portion of fund given to them for conducting terror operations in India. Riyaz has also made it clear to his supporters that IM is joining al Qaeda and would obey Qaeda diktats with regards to future terror operations. "To please al Qaeda, Riyaz now wants to conduct fidayeen attacks in India. In fact, Yasin Bhatkal has also revealed that now there is an al Qaeda operative based in Uttar Pradesh," said another officer. Moreover, on instructions from Afghan al Qaeda leadership, Riyaz is also spreading his network among the Rohingya Muslim community in Myanmar. "During one of the online chats, Riyaz told Yasin that this was being done on instructions from al Qaeda," the officer said.
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May - 23 
Meanwhile, Khasi Students’ Union (KSU), on May 23, urged the Meghalaya Government to take immediate action against Karbi militant outfits operating along the State’s boundary with Assam, reports The Telegraph. According to the delegation, the outfits
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Meanwhile, Khasi Students’ Union (KSU), on May 23, urged the Meghalaya Government to take immediate action against Karbi militant outfits operating along the State’s boundary with Assam, reports The Telegraph. According to the delegation, the outfits are active in Umtlieh in Ri Bhoi District and have been extorting money from local Khasi residents. KSU asked the Government to provide permanent armed Police personnel in the area.
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May - 23 
Meanwhile, Khole Khitovi faction of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-KK) Cease-Fire Supervisory Board (CFSB) C Singson has taken over as convener of National Political Advisory Council (NPAC) while ‘finance kilonser (Finance Minister)
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Meanwhile, Khole Khitovi faction of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-KK) Cease-Fire Supervisory Board (CFSB) C Singson has taken over as convener of National Political Advisory Council (NPAC) while ‘finance kilonser (Finance Minister)’ and co-supervisor of CFSB Jack Jimomi has been made the supervisor of CFSB, reports Nagaland Post on May 24
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May - 23 
Meanwhile, National Security Guard (NSG) Chief JN Chaudhri on May 23 said majority of the 200-250 militants operating in J&K were fidayeens (suicide attackers) which was making the task of ensuring security “more difficult”, reports Daily Excelsior.
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Meanwhile, National Security Guard (NSG) Chief JN Chaudhri on May 23 said majority of the 200-250 militants operating in J&K were fidayeens (suicide attackers) which was making the task of ensuring security “more difficult”, reports Daily Excelsior.
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May - 23 
Nagaland Post on May 24 reports that two persons, identified as David Fithu and Lihsisuh Sangtam, were arrested along with one .22 pistol and one live round from Dimapur District
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Nagaland Post on May 24 reports that two persons, identified as David Fithu and Lihsisuh Sangtam, were arrested along with one .22 pistol and one live round from Dimapur District
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May - 23 
National Investigation Agency (NIA) personnel on May 23 searched the Ranchi Lake, where Indian Mujahideen (IM) operatives had reportedly dropped bags full of explosives during the raids conducted at various houses in Ranchi (Jharkhand) in December, a
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National Investigation Agency (NIA) personnel on May 23 searched the Ranchi Lake, where Indian Mujahideen (IM) operatives had reportedly dropped bags full of explosives during the raids conducted at various houses in Ranchi (Jharkhand) in December, after blasts October 27, 2013 Narendra Modi's rally in Patna, reports The Times of India. During interrogation, IM operative Haidar Ali alias "Black Beauty" told NIA officers that he had hidden explosives in the lake in the centre of Ranchi city. However, NIA could not find anything.
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May - 23 
Police revealed on May 23 that the mastermind of the May 14, 2014, INR 20 million diamond robbery in Karol Bagh in Delhi, identified as Avtar Singh, had been convicted under Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA), reports The Tim
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Police revealed on May 23 that the mastermind of the May 14, 2014, INR 20 million diamond robbery in Karol Bagh in Delhi, identified as Avtar Singh, had been convicted under Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA), reports The Times of India. The accused is also the brother of Paramjeet Singh, who was arrested for assassination of Punjab Chief Minister Beant Singh. "Singh is a member of All India Sikh Student Federation and Bhindranwale Tiger Force.” Singh was convicted in two cases lodged at Vikaspuri and Civil Lines Police Stations under TADA. Police had recovered an AK-47 with 100 cartridges and 2 pistols of .32 bore with 50 cartridges from him. The special cell has been roped in to ascertain if the robbery was to fund terror activities. Police suspect the money may be in the process of being handed over to Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) or any other terrorist group. Additional Commissioner of Police Alok Kumar said three others, Gurjeet Singh, Anil Luthra and Amit, was also arrested for the heist.
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May - 23 
Separately, three persons arrested on May 23 have now been identified, reports The Shillong Times. While one of them is identified as ‘finance secretary’ of the ASAK, the other two are arms suppliers.
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Separately, three persons arrested on May 23 have now been identified, reports The Shillong Times. While one of them is identified as ‘finance secretary’ of the ASAK, the other two are arms suppliers.
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May - 23 
The attack on Indian Consulate in Herat Province of Afghanistan on May 23 caused death of all four attackers by Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) personnel and Afghan forces in an encounter that lasted 10 hours, reports The Times of India. Herat Poli
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The attack on Indian Consulate in Herat Province of Afghanistan on May 23 caused death of all four attackers by Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) personnel and Afghan forces in an encounter that lasted 10 hours, reports The Times of India. Herat Police Chief commented, "Only five of our security personnel were wounded." Afghan Police officials said the gunmen, armed with machine guns and Rocket-Propelled Grenades (RPG), opened fire on the consulate shortly before dawn from a nearby building. Agency reports said the first RPG was fired around 3.45am. ITBP Director General (DG) Subhash Goswami said, "One of the fidayeen was killed by one of our constables while he was trying to scale the consulate wall. The other three terrorists entered an adjacent building and were neutralized by the Afghan forces. None of our jawans or the consulate staff was injured." Goswami said a general alert regarding a possible attack on consulates in Afghanistan had been received by the force a few weeks ago. "We recently reinforced our strength by 79 more men in the country in view of the threats," said Goswami. India's Ambassador to Afghanistan Amar Sinha said there were nine Indians in the mission apart from local Afghans at the time of the attack. "They fired a couple of RPG shots. It was dark and they couldn't verify where it was coming from," said Sinha. Moreover, recoveries made from one of the fidayeens showed that they had supplies for at least three days and enough arsenals to completely destroy the consulate. ITBP personnel, who repelled the attack killing one of the fidayeens while he was trying to scale the consulate wall, have found that each fidayeen carried dry fruit packets that could help him survive two-three days. Apart from this each carried one AK-47 gun with Under-Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL), six magazines, 17 rocket propelled grenades and four hand grenades."Had they gained entry, with such massive ammunition, they could have completely destroyed the consulate," said a senior ITBP officer. ITBP, which has around 300 personnel guarding five Indian consulates and embassies in Afghanistan, had 26 men guarding the Herat consulate.
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May - 23 
The four Indian Mujahideen (IM) operatives arrested by the central intelligence agency in connection with Patna Gandhi Maidan blasts on October 27, 2013, were produced before the National Investigation Agency (NIA) designated special court judge at P
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The four Indian Mujahideen (IM) operatives arrested by the central intelligence agency in connection with Patna Gandhi Maidan blasts on October 27, 2013, were produced before the National Investigation Agency (NIA) designated special court judge at Patna (Bihar) on May 23, reports The Times of India. The court allowed the Police to take them on 14-day remand. Sources said after the serial blasts at Patna Gandhi Maidan, the four had planned to blow up Golden Temple at Amritsar (Punjab) and Lotus Temple in Delhi. This was revealed during their interrogation in Ranchi (Jharkhand).
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May - 23 
The Home Minister, meanwhile, on May 23, said that Meghalaya Government had not yet taken any decision to set up designated rehabilitation camps of the ANVC-B in the Khasi Hills region, reports The Shillong Times. Home Minister said, “The State Gover
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The Home Minister, meanwhile, on May 23, said that Meghalaya Government had not yet taken any decision to set up designated rehabilitation camps of the ANVC-B in the Khasi Hills region, reports The Shillong Times. Home Minister said, “The State Government would not take any decision which would be against the wishes of the people.”
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May - 23 
The Shillong Times reports that Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) demanded the Government to constitute a judicial probe or order a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) enquiry into the custodial death of Balsan S Marak or to prepare for a two-da
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The Shillong Times reports that Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) demanded the Government to constitute a judicial probe or order a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) enquiry into the custodial death of Balsan S Marak or to prepare for a two-day shutdown of the entire Garo Hills region. Balsan Marak (20), who was remanded to 14 days judicial custody on May 13 for his alleged involvement in the recent torture of 12 girls in Tura died on May 20. Family members of Marak alleged that he died because of Police torture.
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May - 23 
The Times of India reports that immediately after the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) gave its nod to National Investigation Agency (NIA) to probe into the recent violence in Bodoland Territorial District Areas (BTAD) that claimed at least 46 li
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The Times of India reports that immediately after the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) gave its nod to National Investigation Agency (NIA) to probe into the recent violence in Bodoland Territorial District Areas (BTAD) that claimed at least 46 lives, the investigation agency has sought four case diaries from Assam Police. The cases to be investigated include three incidents of killings in the Narayanguri area in Baksa District and the killings in the Balapara area in Kokrajhar District. The NIA received the MHA order on May 21.
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May - 24 
Suspected cadres of People’s Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), killed a Policeman at Dadigutu village in Khunti District on May 24, reports The Business Standard. Four gunmen sh
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Suspected cadres of People’s Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), killed a Policeman at Dadigutu village in Khunti District on May 24, reports The Business Standard. Four gunmen shot dead the Policeman, identified as Karan Singh, in front of his wife.
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May - 24 
A hardcore Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was arrested and explosives were seized from him in Koraput District on May 24, reports The Times of India. The Maoist, identified as Satya Mandingi alias Malla (25), was arrested during a joint
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A hardcore Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was arrested and explosives were seized from him in Koraput District on May 24, reports The Times of India. The Maoist, identified as Satya Mandingi alias Malla (25), was arrested during a joint combing operation by the Border Security Force (BSF) and the Police in Narayanpatna area, Police said. Malla was a member of Laxmipur area committee under the Srikakulam-Koraput divisional committee of Maoists. One claymore mine, some detonators, electric wire and battery were recovered from Malla whose involvement is suspected in several killings including that of a BSF constable in the area, Police added.
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May - 24 
Meanwhile, Baldaboi Pati, Sarpanch (head of Panchayat, village level local self-Government institution) of Talaguluru panchayat under the Pottangi Police limits in Koraput District, submitted his resignation to the Pottangi Block Development Officer
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Meanwhile, Baldaboi Pati, Sarpanch (head of Panchayat, village level local self-Government institution) of Talaguluru panchayat under the Pottangi Police limits in Koraput District, submitted his resignation to the Pottangi Block Development Officer (BDO) on May 24, as ordered by his Maoist abductors two weeks ago, reports The Pioneer. It may be recalled that the sarpanch was among the three persons abducted by Maoists on May 10. While the Maoists had killed the other two, Petele Taudu, ex-Sarpanch of Talaguluru, and his brother Petele Sinalu, they had released Pati with a warning to resign from his post or face death penalty like the other two.
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May - 24 
Meanwhile, three years after being arrested for carrying books authored by architect of Indian Constitution Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist (CPI-M-L) founder late Charu Mazumdar and late political theorist Suniti Kum
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Meanwhile, three years after being arrested for carrying books authored by architect of Indian Constitution Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist (CPI-M-L) founder late Charu Mazumdar and late political theorist Suniti Kumar Ghosh, Mumbai-based activist Sudhir Dhawale was acquitted by a court on the grounds that the literature seized were freely available and even taught in universities, reports The Deccan Herald on May 25. Dhawale was taken into custody at the Wardha Railway Station in January 2011 while he was returning from ‘Ambedkar-Phule Sahitya Sammellan’ (Literature Festival), under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) on charges of having nexus with Communist Party of India- Maoist (CPI-Maoist). The Gondia District Police of Maharashtra while framing the charges claimed that Dhawale’s name had cropped-up while interrogating one of the alleged members of CPI-Maoist.
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May - 24 
Nagaland Post reports that two cadres of Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN) were arrested in Dzukou Point in Kohima while they were demanding money from passenger vehicles on May 24. The arrested militants have been identified as ‘Lieutanant’ Thonu
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Nagaland Post reports that two cadres of Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN) were arrested in Dzukou Point in Kohima while they were demanding money from passenger vehicles on May 24. The arrested militants have been identified as ‘Lieutanant’ Thonu and Yangmaso.
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May - 24 
Police arrested three cadres of the A’chik Songna An’pachakgipa Kotok (ASAK) militant group from Asanang, about 18km from Tura municipality in West Garo Hills District on May 24, reports The Telegraph. Two cadres were arrested from a private vehicle
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Police arrested three cadres of the A’chik Songna An’pachakgipa Kotok (ASAK) militant group from Asanang, about 18km from Tura municipality in West Garo Hills District on May 24, reports The Telegraph. Two cadres were arrested from a private vehicle on its way to Tura from Nagaland via Guwahati. Based on information received from the arrested persons, another cadre was arrested from Tura. The two have been identified as Imti Wabang (34), and Robinson Sangma (29). Police recovered 107 rounds of .32 and 48 rounds of .22 bullets, which were hidden in their shoes. The third militant has been identified as Cherang M. Sangma (27), the finance secretary of the outfit. Upon searching his house, the Police team recovered ASAK and Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) demand pads from his house, along with a SBML gun with a modified bore.
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May - 24 
Separately, contending that the designated camp being constructed at Semol village under Khengjoy sub-division of Chandel District has the consent of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), State Government and the village chief, the Kuki National
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Separately, contending that the designated camp being constructed at Semol village under Khengjoy sub-division of Chandel District has the consent of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), State Government and the village chief, the Kuki National Liberation Front (KNLF) has called upon all the people not to take in the false propaganda of United Kuki Liberation Front (UKLF), reports The Sangai Express on May 25. KNLF ‘secretary’ Tonglenlal Haokip alias Lalmoi stated that the North-East Division of MHA gave its consent to build camp in Sembol District on March 25 and 40 cadres of KNLF were shifted from Moreh post of 9 Assam Rifles (AR) to Sembol on May 11. He also claimed that KNLF has not harassed any villagers or engaged in any extortion activities. However, the KNLF which is trying to construct a camp in Sembol village is a not the real KNLF, stated a press release by its ‘chairman’ Palen Misao alias KT Misao, Kanglaonline reports on May 25. It asserted that the KNLF group, whose camp is proposed to be set up at Semol, is not the ‘real’ KNLF. It stated that the real KNLF under the leadership of its founding chairman is camped at a United Liberation Front (UNLF) camp in Myanmar, and that a deserter from KNLF, Tilthang Khongsai formed a “Pseudo KNLF” under the patronage of Kuki National Organisation (KNO) at Moreh area (Chandel) and recruited some locals and surrendered to the Government during a home coming ceremony on September 9, 2013.
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May - 24 
Separately, Khaplang faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-K) has denied sending any SMS threat to Action Committee against Unabated Taxation (ACAUT) member Abe Mero, reports Nagaland post on May 24. Meanwhile, one person, identifie
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Separately, Khaplang faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-K) has denied sending any SMS threat to Action Committee against Unabated Taxation (ACAUT) member Abe Mero, reports Nagaland post on May 24. Meanwhile, one person, identified as Kumsu Aye alias Hokto alias Kumsuto was arrested from lower Chandmari Colony, Kohima in relation to sending the threatening SMS to the ACAUT member on April 9. One 9mm pistol was recovered from him.
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May - 24 
The Sangai Express reports on May 24 that despite strong opposition by Kuki chiefs, student and civil organisations of Khengjoy block against the opening of designated camp for KNLF at Semol village in Chandel District, Government is still planning t
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The Sangai Express reports on May 24 that despite strong opposition by Kuki chiefs, student and civil organisations of Khengjoy block against the opening of designated camp for KNLF at Semol village in Chandel District, Government is still planning to go ahead with the decision.
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May - 24 
The Sentinel on May 24 reports that, in a memorandum submitted to State’s Home Minister, the KSU opposed the proposed designated camp in West Khasi Hills and South West Khasi Hills Districts meant for the Breakaway faction of A’chik National Voluntee
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The Sentinel on May 24 reports that, in a memorandum submitted to State’s Home Minister, the KSU opposed the proposed designated camp in West Khasi Hills and South West Khasi Hills Districts meant for the Breakaway faction of A’chik National Volunteer Council (ANVC–B).
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May - 25 
A hardcore Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Samanta Guluduka was arrested from Pukura village under Chandrapur Police Station Limits of Rayagada District on May 25, reports The New Indian Express. Rayagada Superintend
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A hardcore Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Samanta Guluduka was arrested from Pukura village under Chandrapur Police Station Limits of Rayagada District on May 25, reports The New Indian Express. Rayagada Superintendent of Police (SP) Rajesh Pandit said Samanta had joined the Bansadhara Division of the Maoists in 2008 and was a close aide of outfit’s leader Nikhil.
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May - 25 
Border Security Force (BSF) and District Police force personnel arrested two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, identified as Jamla Mersuram (34) and Chamar Singh (25), under Koyelibeda Police Station limits of Kanker District on Ma
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Border Security Force (BSF) and District Police force personnel arrested two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, identified as Jamla Mersuram (34) and Chamar Singh (25), under Koyelibeda Police Station limits of Kanker District on May 25, reports The Pioneer. The two were involved in several incidents of violence.
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May - 25 
EPao on May 26 reports that 494 Bru families have been verified for repatriation to Mizoram. According to staff of Bru Repatriation Cell at Mamit Deputy Commissioner Office, the required fund has been sanctioned for the repatriation of these Bru fam
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EPao on May 26 reports that 494 Bru families have been verified for repatriation to Mizoram. According to staff of Bru Repatriation Cell at Mamit Deputy Commissioner Office, the required fund has been sanctioned for the repatriation of these Bru families and accordingly has started the process of repatriation. The verification work will continue further. This is going to the 6th phase of repatriation for the Bru refugees living in Tripura since the ethnic violence of 1997. The actual time and date for repatriation would be decided on May 27 (today) in a State level meeting under the leadership of the State chief secretary. Each of the families would be given a rehabilitation of INR 80,000 for house construction, INR 5500 for conveyance and INR 2000 for makeshift. They would also be provided rice free of cost for one year.
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May - 25 
Further, a CPI-Maoist cadre, identified as Ramesh Ramprasad Boga (35), resident of Rajnandgaon District, was arrested under Lohattar Police Station limits in Kanker District on May 25, reports The Pioneer.
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Further, a CPI-Maoist cadre, identified as Ramesh Ramprasad Boga (35), resident of Rajnandgaon District, was arrested under Lohattar Police Station limits in Kanker District on May 25, reports The Pioneer.
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May - 25 
Further, on May 25, Sumi Hoho, (the apex organisation of the Sumi community) stated that it has decided to abrogate relations with Isak-Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) and not to pay ‘tax’ to the group, reports Naga
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Further, on May 25, Sumi Hoho, (the apex organisation of the Sumi community) stated that it has decided to abrogate relations with Isak-Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) and not to pay ‘tax’ to the group, reports Nagaland Post. They also lauded Against Committee Against Unabated Taxation (ACAUT) Nagaland, for the movement against corruption and parallel taxation.
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May - 25 
Haider Ali alias Black Beauty, the alleged Patna blast accused wanted to build a splinter group of the banned Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) by inducting fringe elements, who were on the run after Khandwa (Madhya Pradesh) jailbreak, The Ti
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Haider Ali alias Black Beauty, the alleged Patna blast accused wanted to build a splinter group of the banned Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) by inducting fringe elements, who were on the run after Khandwa (Madhya Pradesh) jailbreak, The Times of India reports on May 26. The five escapees were on Haider's radar. Jailbreak mastermind and state's SIMI 'chief' Abu Faisal had met Haider before his arrest in Barwani District on December 24, 2013. Those on the run include Amjad, Aslam, Zakir, Mehboob and Ejazuddin. They were last seen in Odisha where they managed to dodge a team of the state Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) despite specific inputs on location. ATS officers are now in Delhi to interrogate Haider Ali and take him into their custody. Haider gave Faisal INR 60,000 and assured him of help to cross over to Nepal and then get access to Taliban brass. A second meeting was set up in Rourkela (Odisha) in third week of October, but it did not materialise. Faisal told interrogators the meet was cancelled as Haider went underground after the Patna blasts.
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May - 25 
Indian security agencies have come across a series of code words reportedly used by Indian Mujahideen (IM) terrorists to communicate with each other, dnaindia.com reports on May 26. For example, 'reservation' stands for the dreaded AK47 assault rifle
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Indian security agencies have come across a series of code words reportedly used by Indian Mujahideen (IM) terrorists to communicate with each other, dnaindia.com reports on May 26. For example, 'reservation' stands for the dreaded AK47 assault rifle, 'ticket' means a pistol and a 'deposit' refers to a fidayeen. "It is a gold mine of information which will help security agencies understand how terror operatives communicate with each other," said a senior intelligence officer. According to sources, Pakistan's Inter-Service Intelligence (ISI) is referred to as 'Voda', while ISI agents are called 'Taagut'. Terror outfit al Qaeda is encoded as 'Micro' and the Waziristan-based al Qaeda is referred to as 'Waagu'. al Qaeda operatives and members are called 'uperwalen' (people on the top), said a source. IM oprative Riyaz Bhatkal and his elder brother Iqbal are called 'chta' (small) and 'bada' (big) respectively. Top IM operative Yasin Bhatkal, who was arrested by the National Investigative Agency (NIA) in August last year, is referred to as 'Prnc' (prince) and TB. Assadullah Akhtar alias Haddi is called 'Champ2'. Another top IM operative Amir Reza Khan alias Rizwan, who is believed to have joined hands with al Qaeda is simply referred as 'Rzz'. Bada Sajid, an IM operative now believed to be hiding in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province of Pakistan and linked to the al Qaeda, is called 'Chikn'. Investigative agencies have found out that even important places have been given code names. Dubai is called Dub and India is called Innd, while Delhi is called Cappt and Mumbai is Gaww. Gujarat is called Jejuu and Bhatkal is called Dehat by IM members, informed a source. A passport is termed 'Khaldy'. The NIA is referred to as 'N eye' and Jews or Yehudis are called Yao. "EN@ means Inshallah," the source added. Terror outfits have also come up with imaginative code words for arms and explosives. A pistol is called 'ticket', an AK47 assault rifle is termed 'reservation'. Fidayeens are called deposits, while a submarine is referred to as a 'mmrruine'. 'Kalungi' stands for explosives and detonators are called 'elaichi' (cardamom). Social networking sites Paltalk and Nimbuzz are referred to as 'pt' and 'n', informed the source. Riyaz Bhatkal used to operate his chat accounts with bogus IDs like 'Samlove' and 'Patara Singh'. Yasin had created fake IDs in the name of 'halwa wala', hbahaddur and diwanapyarka114, the source said.
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May - 25 
Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) 'founder' and Jama'at-ud-Dawa (JuD) 'chief' Hafiz Muhammad Saeed tweeted on May 25 that “Modi becoming the PM is not India’s domestic issue”, reports Indian Express. A day earlier, on May 24 he had warned Pakistan Prime Ministe
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Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) 'founder' and Jama'at-ud-Dawa (JuD) 'chief' Hafiz Muhammad Saeed tweeted on May 25 that “Modi becoming the PM is not India’s domestic issue”, reports Indian Express. A day earlier, on May 24 he had warned Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif against his visit to India and said “it was an effort to appease India and did not reflect Pakistan’s national honour”. The Border Security Force (BSF), meanwhile, has issued an alert and asked its men not to lower their guard. “We have issued an alert ahead of the swearing-in ceremony and asked our men to be on constant vigil against any kind of undesirable activities from across the border,” said DK Pathak, Director General (DG), BSF. An alert has also been issued for the eastern border along Bangladesh.
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May - 25 
Meanwhile Security Forces (SFs) arrested an arms dealer, identified as Vitoyi Semaon on May 25 from Purana Bazar in Dimapur District, reports Nagaland post. A 7.65 mm pistol with two magazines and assorted ammunitions were recovered from him
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Meanwhile Security Forces (SFs) arrested an arms dealer, identified as Vitoyi Semaon on May 25 from Purana Bazar in Dimapur District, reports Nagaland post. A 7.65 mm pistol with two magazines and assorted ammunitions were recovered from him
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May - 25 
Meanwhile, a hand grenade was found at Regular English School near Kwakeithel Tidim in Imphal West District on May 25, reports The Sangai Express. Police suspect monetary demand behind the attempted attack.
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Meanwhile, a hand grenade was found at Regular English School near Kwakeithel Tidim in Imphal West District on May 25, reports The Sangai Express. Police suspect monetary demand behind the attempted attack.
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May - 25 
Meanwhile, Bangladesh Government has decided to establish seven to eight Army and Bangladesh Border Guards (BGB) camps along Tripura-Mizoram and Bangladesh border to check the cross border movement of insurgents, highly placed sources said on May 25.
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Meanwhile, Bangladesh Government has decided to establish seven to eight Army and Bangladesh Border Guards (BGB) camps along Tripura-Mizoram and Bangladesh border to check the cross border movement of insurgents, highly placed sources said on May 25.
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May - 25 
Meanwhile, during an extortion attempt, masked gunmen shot and injured a villager in Gaurabdara village in Panbari area of Chirang District on May 25, reports The Telegraph. The president of the Chirang District unit of the All Bodo Student’s Union (
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Meanwhile, during an extortion attempt, masked gunmen shot and injured a villager in Gaurabdara village in Panbari area of Chirang District on May 25, reports The Telegraph. The president of the Chirang District unit of the All Bodo Student’s Union (ABSU), Phanin Boro, condemned the incident and urged people not to link the incident with the current scenario in the Bodoland Territorial Area Districts (BTAD).
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May - 25 
Meanwhile, Police arrested a linkman of an international fake currency racket from the Gorchuk area in Guwahati in the night of May 25, reports The Times of India. The linkman, identified as Idrish Ali of Barpeta was arrested with fake currency worth
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Meanwhile, Police arrested a linkman of an international fake currency racket from the Gorchuk area in Guwahati in the night of May 25, reports The Times of India. The linkman, identified as Idrish Ali of Barpeta was arrested with fake currency worth INR 11, 500. "The ISI, which wants to destabilize India's financial system, is running the racket in Assam with the help of Ulfa (Independent). Several other underground groups from Manipur are smuggling counterfeit notes," said a security official. The involvement of United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) came to the fore with the arrest of two ULFA linkmen from Kokrajhar District earlier. Machines for printing fake currency were found on them. There were previous incidents of seizure of fake currency from ULFA activists in Tinsukia and Darrang Districts.
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May - 25 
Meanwhile, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) in Chief of Army’s Northern Command Lieutenant General Sanjiv Chachra on May 25 said that the strengthening of counter-infiltration grid along the Line of Control (LoC) with Pakistan in Kashmir valley h
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Meanwhile, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) in Chief of Army’s Northern Command Lieutenant General Sanjiv Chachra on May 25 said that the strengthening of counter-infiltration grid along the Line of Control (LoC) with Pakistan in Kashmir valley has led to reduction in the levels of infiltration since last year and no militant has crossed this year into Valley from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), reports Daily Excelsior.
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May - 25 
Meanwhile, two CPI-Maoist cadres were arrested after a search operation in Shankargarh area in Balrampur District on May 25, reports The Pioneer. The accused were part of the 11-member Maoist group which was arrested from the jungles of Lahsunpat (Ba
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Meanwhile, two CPI-Maoist cadres were arrested after a search operation in Shankargarh area in Balrampur District on May 25, reports The Pioneer. The accused were part of the 11-member Maoist group which was arrested from the jungles of Lahsunpat (Balarampur District) in March, 2014 informed a senior Police official, adding, the two had managed to evade arrest then.
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May - 25 
Moreover, All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on May 25 called upon the India and Pakistan to boldly move forward towards a full-fledged peace process and resolve Kashmir issue once and for all, reports New Indian Expr
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Moreover, All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on May 25 called upon the India and Pakistan to boldly move forward towards a full-fledged peace process and resolve Kashmir issue once and for all, reports New Indian Express. “Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Indian PM-designate Narendra Modi have been given strong democratic mandates by the people of Pakistan and India respectively,” Mirwaiz added. He wished that two leaders worked towards a just and lasting solution to the Kashmir issue so that peace, prosperity and stability can become a reality in South Asia.
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May - 25 
Nagaland Post reports that Assam Rifles (AR), on May 25, arrested a tatar (member of parliament) belonging to Isak-Muivah faction National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) from Lutsumi village in Zunheboto District. One .22 pistol along with f
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Nagaland Post reports that Assam Rifles (AR), on May 25, arrested a tatar (member of parliament) belonging to Isak-Muivah faction National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) from Lutsumi village in Zunheboto District. One .22 pistol along with five rounds of ammunition was recovered from him.
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May - 25 
Punjab Police on May 25 booked 54 criminals for allegedly having links with Pakistani smugglers across the border, reports Hindustan Times. All the accused were booked under various sections of the (Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances) NDPS, A
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Punjab Police on May 25 booked 54 criminals for allegedly having links with Pakistani smugglers across the border, reports Hindustan Times. All the accused were booked under various sections of the (Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances) NDPS, Arms, Indian Passport and Foreigner Acts in two different Police Stations of Amritsar, according to Police They said the accused smuggled toxic substances like heroin, smack and opium and had links with smugglers in Pakistan. They were also involved in circulation of Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN). None of them have, however, been arrested, Police added.
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May - 25 
The Assam Tribune, on May 26, reports that All Assam Minorities Students’ Union (AAMSU) demanded seizure of illegal arms in BTAD area, dissolution of BTAD, arrest of BTAD chief Hagrama Mohilary, deputy chief Khampa Borgayary, Member of Legislative As
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The Assam Tribune, on May 26, reports that All Assam Minorities Students’ Union (AAMSU) demanded seizure of illegal arms in BTAD area, dissolution of BTAD, arrest of BTAD chief Hagrama Mohilary, deputy chief Khampa Borgayary, Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Pramila Rani Brahma and range officer of Bansbari range Amiya Kumar Brahma for their alleged role in the recent BTAD violence. They also submitted a memorandum to the President of India seeking his intervention in the safety and security of the lives of the minority community in the BTAD area.
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May - 25 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed former zilla parishad (district level local self-Government institution) member Bapu Talande on Alapalli-Sironcha Road in Aheri tehsil (Revenue Unit) near his native place Nimmalgudam in
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed former zilla parishad (district level local self-Government institution) member Bapu Talande on Alapalli-Sironcha Road in Aheri tehsil (Revenue Unit) near his native place Nimmalgudam in Gadchiroli District on May 25, reports The Times of India. Talande, a senior Congress leader and social worker, was stabbed to death. He had been on the Maoists’ hit list, sources said. The Maoists also left behind some pamphlets stating that they were unhappy with Talande's work in the region since two decades. The pamphlets were issued in the name of the banned CPI -Maoist party.
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May - 25 
The Sentinel reports that an ‘area commander’ of Dihing area, identified as Mirjang alias Biren Hansey of Karbi People’s Liberation Tigers (KPLT) was killed by Security Forces (SFs) in Sangram village in Karbi Anglong on May 25. An AK 56 rifle, two m
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The Sentinel reports that an ‘area commander’ of Dihing area, identified as Mirjang alias Biren Hansey of Karbi People’s Liberation Tigers (KPLT) was killed by Security Forces (SFs) in Sangram village in Karbi Anglong on May 25. An AK 56 rifle, two magazines and 35 rounds of ammunition were recovered from the area.
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May - 25 
The Shillong Times on May 26 reports that the State Government is willing to hold talks with any group ready to come for negotiation. A Government official, on May 25, stated that as the militancy in Garo Hills show no sign of weakening and the Hynni
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The Shillong Times on May 26 reports that the State Government is willing to hold talks with any group ready to come for negotiation. A Government official, on May 25, stated that as the militancy in Garo Hills show no sign of weakening and the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) attempting resurgence with recruitment, including former Khasi Students Union (KSU) leader Frederick Kharmawphlang and others recently.
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May - 25 
The Shillong Times reports that former Deputy Chief Minister and United Democratic Party (UDP) president Bindo M Lanong, on May 25, stated that issue of granting citizenship to Bangladeshis who had settled in Meghalaya prior to 1971 should be left to
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The Shillong Times reports that former Deputy Chief Minister and United Democratic Party (UDP) president Bindo M Lanong, on May 25, stated that issue of granting citizenship to Bangladeshis who had settled in Meghalaya prior to 1971 should be left to the interpretation of the Supreme Court. Lalong stated that Meghalaya Government should appeal before the Supreme Court. Earlier on May 15, Justice SR Sen of the High Court of Meghalaya has said that Bangladeshi nationals who have made Meghalaya their home prior to March 24, 1971, will now be considered as Indians.
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May - 25 
The Telegraph reports that two people, identified as Ainal Molla and Amir Molla, were arrested for their involvement in the May 7 blast in the house of Abdul Awal, a medicine trader, at Airmari village in Dhubri District on May 25. The police arreste
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The Telegraph reports that two people, identified as Ainal Molla and Amir Molla, were arrested for their involvement in the May 7 blast in the house of Abdul Awal, a medicine trader, at Airmari village in Dhubri District on May 25. The police arrested Ainal Molla from Mancachar town in the District and, on the basis of his statement, arrested Amir Molla from Meghalaya. Unidentified callers had been demanding INR 500000 from Awal since April 15 and had threatened to kill him if he failed to cough it up. When Awal declined to pay and filed an FIR with Fakirganj Police station, the callers allegedly triggered a blast at his house.
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May - 25 
Three National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants, who were trained in Bangladesh, surrendered to the Border Security Force (BSF) in Tripura on May 25, reports Tripura Info. The surrendered militants have been identified as Dalumani Jamatia
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Three National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants, who were trained in Bangladesh, surrendered to the Border Security Force (BSF) in Tripura on May 25, reports Tripura Info. The surrendered militants have been identified as Dalumani Jamatia, Krishna Jamatia, Hainalal Halam who surrendered with two AK-series rifles, one Chinese pistol, seven magazines and around 200 cartridges.
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May - 25 
Two militants of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), identified as Zubair Ahmad Bhat alias Musab and Ishfaq Ahmad Bhat alias Amir killed in a fierce gun battle with Security Forces (SFs) at Nowpora Village in Frisal area of Kulgam District on May 25, reports Dai
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Two militants of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), identified as Zubair Ahmad Bhat alias Musab and Ishfaq Ahmad Bhat alias Amir killed in a fierce gun battle with Security Forces (SFs) at Nowpora Village in Frisal area of Kulgam District on May 25, reports Daily Excelsior. Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Vijay Kumar said that two militants of LeT were killed in the house of a People Democratic Party (PDP) Sarpanch (head of a Panchayat, village level local self Government institution), Feroz Ahmad at village Nowpora in Frisal area of Kulgam District soon after they barged into his house to eliminate him. He said that one of the killed militants Zubair Ahmad Bhat was son of a serving Police Officer, Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Nazir Ahmad Bhat. The bodies of both the militants and two AK rifles along with ammunition, two pistols and one hand grenade were recovered from the debris of the house, he added.
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May - 26 
Enforcement Directorate (ED) while opposing bail plea of hawala (illegal money transaction) racket accused Afroz Fatta on May 27 said in the metropolitan court that he made INR 40,00,000-INR 50,00,000 a day in January-February, 2014 in commission
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Enforcement Directorate (ED) while opposing bail plea of hawala (illegal money transaction) racket accused Afroz Fatta on May 27 said in the metropolitan court that he made INR 40,00,000-INR 50,00,000 a day in January-February, 2014 in commission for sending money outside India, reports The Times of India. Fatta's bail hearing has been postponed to June 4, 2014 after his counsel sought time to file reply to ED's charges. "Based on audio recordings we have found that Fatta was getting 3% commission for every hawala transaction. In one such telephone conservation tapped by ED, it has been found that a person named Tariq had called Fatta asking to deliver Rs 1 crore in Hong Kong if he deposited the money in Bangalore with Fatta," said an ED official.
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May - 26 
In a separate incident, a woman Maoist cadre, identified as Tara alias Bimla, was arrested on May 26 following a prolonged exchange of fire between the Security Forces (SFs) and the Maoists under the limits of Mohla Police Station limits in Rajnan
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In a separate incident, a woman Maoist cadre, identified as Tara alias Bimla, was arrested on May 26 following a prolonged exchange of fire between the Security Forces (SFs) and the Maoists under the limits of Mohla Police Station limits in Rajnandgaon District, reports news.outlookindia.com. A gun was recovered from her. Tara had joined the Maoists in 2009 as a member of Chetna Natya Manch, a cultural wing of the Maoists.
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May - 26 
Meanwhile, the NSCN-IM and ACAUT are heading for a collision over “tax” collection by militants in Nagaland, reports The Telegraph on May 27. It has held several public rallies across the state and the response so far was encouraging but the NSCN-I
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Meanwhile, the NSCN-IM and ACAUT are heading for a collision over “tax” collection by militants in Nagaland, reports The Telegraph on May 27. It has held several public rallies across the state and the response so far was encouraging but the NSCN-IM cautioned that such a movement would sabotage the ongoing Naga peace process. The ACUAT is the brainchild of a retired IAS officer, Khekiye Sema. He has been a strong critic of the Naga outfits which have been “taxing” people in the name of Naga nationalism.
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May - 26 
A Police personnel, identified as Rifleman Sarungbam Nanao of 4th Indian Reserve Battalion (IRB) and a restaurant owner, Wangkheimayum Hemanta sustained bullet injuries when unidentified gunmen opened fire at a restaurant at Samurou under Wangoi Pol
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A Police personnel, identified as Rifleman Sarungbam Nanao of 4th Indian Reserve Battalion (IRB) and a restaurant owner, Wangkheimayum Hemanta sustained bullet injuries when unidentified gunmen opened fire at a restaurant at Samurou under Wangoi Police Station in Imphal West District on May 26, reports Nagaland Post. The two gunmen also assaulted another man and a woman.
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May - 26 
Also, members of consultative body of ACAUT comprising of social activists, writers and intellectuals have termed the NSCN-IM’s declaration that it would “cease to engage in dialogue” with ACAUT as “unfortunate” and not “worthy of any Naga political
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Also, members of consultative body of ACAUT comprising of social activists, writers and intellectuals have termed the NSCN-IM’s declaration that it would “cease to engage in dialogue” with ACAUT as “unfortunate” and not “worthy of any Naga political group,” adds The Sentinel on May 27.
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May - 26 
Earlier, Security Forces (SFs) arrested an arms peddler, identified as Hokheto Awomi from signal Basti in Dimapur on May 26. Four .22 pistols along with magazines were recovered from him.
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Earlier, Security Forces (SFs) arrested an arms peddler, identified as Hokheto Awomi from signal Basti in Dimapur on May 26. Four .22 pistols along with magazines were recovered from him.
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May - 26 
Earlier, two cadres of the NSCN-K including its ‘finance secretary’ were arrested following a brief encounter on May 26 by 43 Assam Rifles posted at Kangpokpi near Tumnoupokpi along the National Highway 2 in Senapati District, according to Kanglaonli
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Earlier, two cadres of the NSCN-K including its ‘finance secretary’ were arrested following a brief encounter on May 26 by 43 Assam Rifles posted at Kangpokpi near Tumnoupokpi along the National Highway 2 in Senapati District, according to Kanglaonline. The arrested cadres are identified as Joseph Rapei and Francis Sajii. After exchanging fire for about 20 minutes, the duo surrendered and was subsequently arrested along with one 9mm pistol, one magazine and three live rounds of the arm and extortion money of INR 1490 in cash besides seizing the vehicle they were travelling, said a Police source.
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May - 26 
Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) is behind the attack on the Indian Consulate in Herat Province on May 23, 2014, Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai said on May 26, reports Jagran.com. "According to information given to us by a Western intelligence agency, the p
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Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) is behind the attack on the Indian Consulate in Herat Province on May 23, 2014, Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai said on May 26, reports Jagran.com. "According to information given to us by a Western intelligence agency, the perpetrators of the Herat attack belonged to the LeT. This was mentioned in writing in the report shared with us," he said. "Herat (incident) was very clearly a terrorist strike on Indian and Afghan interests. Luckily, the Indian and Afghan security forces were alert and they prevented major damage to life and property," he added. "Both Afghanistan and India hope that relevant authorities in Pakistan will react and uproot the source and sanctuary of terror in Pakistan...2014 for us is an opportunity and a great one to build on our strengths and show to the world that the nation is now self-reliant of course with the help, support and guidance of friends like India", Karzai said.
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May - 26 
Meanwhile, an individual posing as United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadre was arrested from Sepon in Moran in Dibrugarh District and a Pistol and five bullets were recovered from him, reports The Sentinel on May 27.
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Meanwhile, an individual posing as United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadre was arrested from Sepon in Moran in Dibrugarh District and a Pistol and five bullets were recovered from him, reports The Sentinel on May 27.
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May - 26 
Meanwhile, fearing retaliation against Karbi people from the KSU, the All Meghalaya Karbi Association (AMKA), on May 26, offered to mediate between KSU and the Non Governmental Organizations (NGOs) based in Karbi Anglong to stop Karbi People Liberati
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Meanwhile, fearing retaliation against Karbi people from the KSU, the All Meghalaya Karbi Association (AMKA), on May 26, offered to mediate between KSU and the Non Governmental Organizations (NGOs) based in Karbi Anglong to stop Karbi People Liberation Tigers (KPLT) from harassing Khasi’s in Block-II in Ri-Bhoi District, reports The Shillong Times on May 27. KSU had threatened to retaliate against the Karbi communities in the State following the death threat to Umthlieh Rangbah Shnong (village headman) P Marsharing by the KPLT due to refusal of payment of extortion amount of INR 2000 per households by the residents of Umthlieh. The KPLT held Marsharing responsible.
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May - 26 
Meanwhile, Isak Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) in a meeting at ‘Command Headquarters’ Hebron has decided to stop the ongoing dialogue with Action Committee against Corruption and unabated Taxation (ACAUT) Nagaland,
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Meanwhile, Isak Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) in a meeting at ‘Command Headquarters’ Hebron has decided to stop the ongoing dialogue with Action Committee against Corruption and unabated Taxation (ACAUT) Nagaland, reports Nagaland Post on May 27. ‘Ministry of Information and Publicity (MIP)’ stated that ACAUT “politicized the taxation issue to achieve “its nefarious design in undermining the Naga political stand”.
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May - 26 
Meanwhile, two GNLA cadres Dipson Ch Marak and Jisen Ch Momin were arrested on May 26 from Tura market in Tura in West Garo Hills District, while on an alleged extortion drive.
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Meanwhile, two GNLA cadres Dipson Ch Marak and Jisen Ch Momin were arrested on May 26 from Tura market in Tura in West Garo Hills District, while on an alleged extortion drive.
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May - 26 
Pakistan Army and Rangers on May 26 violated ceasefire and opened fire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Krishna Ghati (KG) Sector in Poonch District and International Border (IB) at Awaam Post in Arnia Sector of Jammu District, reports Daily Excels
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Pakistan Army and Rangers on May 26 violated ceasefire and opened fire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Krishna Ghati (KG) Sector in Poonch District and International Border (IB) at Awaam Post in Arnia Sector of Jammu District, reports Daily Excelsior. However, the officials didn’t confirm the incident. There were no casualties or damage in the firing.
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May - 26 
The Shillong Times on May 26 reports that a senior Police official stated that National Liberation Front for Tripura (NLFT) has 15 to 20 hideouts in Bangladesh along with 80 or 90 cadres. He added that Biswmohan Debbarma, the ‘chief’ of NLFT might be
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The Shillong Times on May 26 reports that a senior Police official stated that National Liberation Front for Tripura (NLFT) has 15 to 20 hideouts in Bangladesh along with 80 or 90 cadres. He added that Biswmohan Debbarma, the ‘chief’ of NLFT might be on the run from Dhaka to Myanmar to evade arrest.
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May - 26 
The Shillong Times reports that A’chik Songna An’pachakgipa Kotok (ASAK) militants were engaged in a gun battle with Police team in Rangmanpara village under Dalu Police station in West Garo Hills District in the night of May 26. One militant, identi
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The Shillong Times reports that A’chik Songna An’pachakgipa Kotok (ASAK) militants were engaged in a gun battle with Police team in Rangmanpara village under Dalu Police station in West Garo Hills District in the night of May 26. One militant, identified as Rongma A Marak, who was injured, was arrested along with a sophisticated foreign made Browning 9 mm pistol along with a walkie talkie handset and a mobile phone. A GNLA ‘identity card’ of the militant that had been sealed with a stamp of ASAK, was also recovered from his possession. ASAK is a breakaway faction of Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA).
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May - 27 
Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants wanted to take Indian officials hostage at the Herat consulate of Afghanistan, just before the swearing-in ceremony of Narendra Modi, reports The Times of India on May 28. Afghanistan's Ambassador Shaida Abdali said
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Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants wanted to take Indian officials hostage at the Herat consulate of Afghanistan, just before the swearing-in ceremony of Narendra Modi, reports The Times of India on May 28. Afghanistan's Ambassador Shaida Abdali said, "LeT attackers actually wanted to take over the consulate so that during Mr Modi's swearing-in, a dangerous and embarrassing hostage situation would have played out, placing the new government in a very difficult position." Although no terror group has yet claimed credit, Hamid Karzai, the president of Afghanistan is on record saying that the LeT, headed by Hafiz Saeed, was responsible for the Herat attack. "According to information given to us by a key western intelligence agency, the perpetrators of the Herat attack belong to the LeT," he said.
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May - 27 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, who was involved in an attack on a polling party during the recently concluded Lok Sabha (Lower House of Indian Parliament) elections in Bastar region, was arrested from Kondagaon District on May
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, who was involved in an attack on a polling party during the recently concluded Lok Sabha (Lower House of Indian Parliament) elections in Bastar region, was arrested from Kondagaon District on May 27, reports ibnlive.in.com. Jaeet Ram Korram (28), chief of Padeli Janatana Sarkar (People’s Government) was arrested from the forests between Padeli and Nawagaon villages by a team of local Police, Kondagaon District Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Surjit Atri said. He was elevated to the post of chief of Padeli Janatana Sarkar group in 2011 and since then he was handling all operations of the Maoists. He was involved in several incidents of crime, including loot, arson, murder and attacks on Police party in the region, the ASP added.
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May - 27 
Also, ‘Chairman’ of ULFA’s pro-talk faction, Arabinda Rajkhowa, on May 27, appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take forward the peace talk process between the Centre and the insurgent outfit, reports The Shillong Times. Asked about the extrad
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Also, ‘Chairman’ of ULFA’s pro-talk faction, Arabinda Rajkhowa, on May 27, appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take forward the peace talk process between the Centre and the insurgent outfit, reports The Shillong Times. Asked about the extradition of Anup Chetia who is at the Kashimpur Jail in Bangladesh since 1997, he told reporters that the ULFA ‘general secretary’ could join the talks if the central government took the initiative with the neighbouring country.
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May - 27 
Also, Assam Rifles (AR) arrested one militant of Khole Kitovi faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-KK), identified as ‘2nd lieutenant’ Nangpa Chang from Dewal Market in Chumuke dima in Dimapur District on May 27. Two .22 mm Pistols
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Also, Assam Rifles (AR) arrested one militant of Khole Kitovi faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-KK), identified as ‘2nd lieutenant’ Nangpa Chang from Dewal Market in Chumuke dima in Dimapur District on May 27. Two .22 mm Pistols with two magazines were recovered from him.
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May - 27 
Also, the ANVC-B ‘chief’ has written to Joint Secretary, In charge North East, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA-NE) on the delay in finalising camps and schemes for rehabilitation for the group, reports The Sentinel on May 28.
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Also, the ANVC-B ‘chief’ has written to Joint Secretary, In charge North East, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA-NE) on the delay in finalising camps and schemes for rehabilitation for the group, reports The Sentinel on May 28.
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May - 27 
An over ground worker of Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA), identified as Witson M Sangma died in Police custody on May 27 in Chokpot Police Station in South Garo Hills District, reports The Shillong Times. He was arrested for planting two pressur
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An over ground worker of Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA), identified as Witson M Sangma died in Police custody on May 27 in Chokpot Police Station in South Garo Hills District, reports The Shillong Times. He was arrested for planting two pressure cooker IEDs on a road in Chokpot on May
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May - 27 
Earlier, one militant of People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), identified as Kshetrimayum Somananda Meitei involved in extortion and transportation of arms and ammunition was arrested on May 27 by Security Forces (SFs) from Lamsang Baz
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Earlier, one militant of People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), identified as Kshetrimayum Somananda Meitei involved in extortion and transportation of arms and ammunition was arrested on May 27 by Security Forces (SFs) from Lamsang Bazar in Imphal West District, reports The Sangai Express.
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May - 27 
Four Imphal-bound trucks were waylaid and their drivers, identified as Soibam Khomei, Soibam Sanatomba, Langpoklakpam Sarat and Elangbam Rome, were abducted by armed miscreants from Bokajan near a petrol pump in Karbi Anglong District on May 27, repo
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Four Imphal-bound trucks were waylaid and their drivers, identified as Soibam Khomei, Soibam Sanatomba, Langpoklakpam Sarat and Elangbam Rome, were abducted by armed miscreants from Bokajan near a petrol pump in Karbi Anglong District on May 27, reports E-pao. They were abducted reportedly for a ransom demand of INR 30, 00,000.
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May - 27 
In another incident, a live lethode bomb shell was recovered by Bomb Disposal Team in Imphal from the Palace Compound residential gate of a special contractor in Imphal East District on May 27.
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In another incident, a live lethode bomb shell was recovered by Bomb Disposal Team in Imphal from the Palace Compound residential gate of a special contractor in Imphal East District on May 27.
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May - 27 
In his first bilateral meeting with Pakistan Prime Minister (PM) Nawaz Sharif, PM Narendra Modi said that terror sourced in Pakistan had to end and that Islamabad had to take necessary steps for speedy progress of the ongoing trial of the 26/11 Mumba
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In his first bilateral meeting with Pakistan Prime Minister (PM) Nawaz Sharif, PM Narendra Modi said that terror sourced in Pakistan had to end and that Islamabad had to take necessary steps for speedy progress of the ongoing trial of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks accused to prove it was serious about engagement with India, reports The Times of India on May 28. Meanwhile, a close Nawaz Sharif aide Tariq Azeem Khan on May 27 said, "As far as Hafiz Saeed is concerned, we are not going to hand over anybody that India likes us to hand over. If a person has to be tried, he will be tried in Pakistan, he was tried last time and he was let go by the court because there was not enough evidence against him," reports IBN Live.
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May - 27 
Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Nagpur Range, Ravindra Kadam, has said the arrest of Delhi University Assistant Professor G.N. Saibaba has proved yet again that the Naxalites-[Left-Wing Extremists (LWEs)] are spreading base in urban areas, reports
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Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Nagpur Range, Ravindra Kadam, has said the arrest of Delhi University Assistant Professor G.N. Saibaba has proved yet again that the Naxalites-[Left-Wing Extremists (LWEs)] are spreading base in urban areas, reports The Hindu on May 28. Maharashtra Police is monitoring cities such as Pune, Mumbai, Nashik and Nagpur, he added. “Prof. Saibaba was involved with many human rights organisations. We have to investigate to what extent he could influence them,” Kadam said. He further said, “There are also efforts to tap into the unorganised labour in industrial areas in Maharashtra and Gujarat.” According to him, this was being done through the Golden Corridor Committee established in 2009, which was responsible for mobilisations in the region. Claiming that Kabir Kala Manch, a cultural organisation whose members were arrested over alleged links with Naxalites last year, was one such front, Kadam added. G.N. Saibaba was part of the Revolutionary Democratic Front (RDF), an organisation banned by the Andhra Pradesh and Odisha Governments. IGP Kadam claimed that Saibaba aided in the spread of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) ideology internationally.
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May - 27 
Intelligence agencies have established a link between the Indian Mujahideen (IM) operatives who carried out serial blasts at Patna in October 26, 2013, and the seven activists of outlawed Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) who had escaped from
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Intelligence agencies have established a link between the Indian Mujahideen (IM) operatives who carried out serial blasts at Patna in October 26, 2013, and the seven activists of outlawed Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) who had escaped from the Khandwa jail in Madhya Pradesh on October 1, 2013, reports The Times of India on May 28. Intelligence sources said IM operative Haider Ali, during interrogation, confessed that he used to receive money from Abu Faisal who was the leader of SIMI in Khandwa. Of the seven SIMI activists, three including Abu Faisal, were arrested again. Sources said Faisal had created a group of six SIMI members. They were used for collecting money for the SIMI's activities. It was at the behest of Abu Faisal that the SIMI members had committed five robberies in different parts of the country in which lakh were looted.
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May - 27 
Karbi Peoples Liberation Tigers (KPLT) militants fired seven blank rounds at Tumpreng Bazar in West Karbi Anglong District in the night of May 27, reports The Sentinel. According to some sources, it was a warning shot to commuters and business establ
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Karbi Peoples Liberation Tigers (KPLT) militants fired seven blank rounds at Tumpreng Bazar in West Karbi Anglong District in the night of May 27, reports The Sentinel. According to some sources, it was a warning shot to commuters and business establishment who defy bandh (shut down strike) call by KPLT, on May 28 in protest of killing of its cadre by Security Forces (SFs) on May 25.
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May - 27 
Meanwhile, in the night of May 27, Jharkhand's Director General of Police (DGP) Rajiv Kumar received an SMS threatening to kill him and Chief Minister Hemant Soren if the anti-Maoist operations in the state is not called off immediately, reports The
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Meanwhile, in the night of May 27, Jharkhand's Director General of Police (DGP) Rajiv Kumar received an SMS threatening to kill him and Chief Minister Hemant Soren if the anti-Maoist operations in the state is not called off immediately, reports The Times of India. "I have received the SMS threatening to kill me and the chief minister. Prima-facie it does not appear to be a hoax SMS," said DGP Kumar. The SMS sent from 918407092840 read: "Rajiv Kumar DGP stop naxal operation or I kill U and ur CM Hemant Soren" (sic).
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May - 27 
Meanwhile, two blank letter heads of Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) were recovered from the possession of a dead body, identified as Dariilou which Police retrieved on May 27 from a place near Autonomous District Council
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Meanwhile, two blank letter heads of Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) were recovered from the possession of a dead body, identified as Dariilou which Police retrieved on May 27 from a place near Autonomous District Council (ADC) office in Senapati District, reports Nagaland Post. Police suspected that the victim could have been murdered after being hit with sharp weapon on his head.
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May - 27 
Separately, Against Corruption and Unabated Taxation (ACAUT) which was formed on May 27, 2013, under the aegis of Naga Council Dimapur (NCD) observed its first anniversary at hotel Saramati, in Dimapur District, reports Nagaland Post.
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Separately, Against Corruption and Unabated Taxation (ACAUT) which was formed on May 27, 2013, under the aegis of Naga Council Dimapur (NCD) observed its first anniversary at hotel Saramati, in Dimapur District, reports Nagaland Post.
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May - 27 
Separately, refuting the deserter tag on KT Misao alias Palen Misao alias M Khupthang Hangmi, the Kuki National Liberation Front/Kuki People's Army (KNLF/KPA) asserted that the outfit has no ‘chairman’ other than KT Misao, The Sangai Express reports
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Separately, refuting the deserter tag on KT Misao alias Palen Misao alias M Khupthang Hangmi, the Kuki National Liberation Front/Kuki People's Army (KNLF/KPA) asserted that the outfit has no ‘chairman’ other than KT Misao, The Sangai Express reports on May 28
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May - 27 
Separately, the ‘chief’ of Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteers Council (ANVC-B), Rimpu Marak on May 27 met with officials of Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and stressed the need to include GNLA for negotiations. Rimpu Marak stated that “Wi
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Separately, the ‘chief’ of Breakaway faction of Achik National Volunteers Council (ANVC-B), Rimpu Marak on May 27 met with officials of Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and stressed the need to include GNLA for negotiations. Rimpu Marak stated that “Without bringing GNLA to the negotiating table, there will be no peace”.
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May - 27 
Separately, the All Bodoland Territorial Administered Districts (BTAD) Minority Students Association (ABMSU), on May 27, staged a protest outside the Raj Bhawan in the city while demanding for Governor’s Rule in the BTAD areas, reports The Sentinel.
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Separately, the All Bodoland Territorial Administered Districts (BTAD) Minority Students Association (ABMSU), on May 27, staged a protest outside the Raj Bhawan in the city while demanding for Governor’s Rule in the BTAD areas, reports The Sentinel. They demanded immediate dismissal of the Bodoland Territorial Council led by Hagrama Mohilary and a comprehensive drive to flush out extremist elements from the BTAD areas, adds The Assam Tribune. In a memorandum to the Governor, the student body also called for steps to remove the camps of the youth members of the Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) and Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) and to seize all illegal arms of the BTAD areas within one month. The student body has also called for steps to set up permanent armed police posts at all the sensitive points in the BTAD areas.
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May - 27 
Tamil Nadu Police obtained an arrest warrant on May 27 for a Sri Lankan national and suspected operative of Pakistan's Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Mohammad Hossaini, arrested by the Malaysian Police on May 14 in Kepong near Kuala Lumpur, repor
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Tamil Nadu Police obtained an arrest warrant on May 27 for a Sri Lankan national and suspected operative of Pakistan's Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Mohammad Hossaini, arrested by the Malaysian Police on May 14 in Kepong near Kuala Lumpur, reports The Times of India. Investigators said Hossaini was a close aide of Sakir Hussain, another Sri Lankan national recruited by the ISI, who had been arrested by the Tamil Nadu Police on April 29, 2014. Malaysian special units had been monitoring Hossaini since December last year and had informed Indian security agencies that he was part of a plot to carry out terror strikes on the US and consulate in Chennai and the Israeli consulate in Bangalore. Hossaini told the Malaysian Police that he had received instructions to assist two men in the attacks on the US and Israeli consulates in Chennai and Bangalore. He also disclosed the name of his Pakistani handler. Hussain had disclosed a similar plot to the Tamil Nadu Police. Sources said Hossaini told the Malaysian Police that Pakistan's spy agency planned to send two men from Maldives to Chennai and Bangalore, and he had been tasked with arranging for their travel documents and safe houses. Hussain had travelled from Colombo to Chennai and was arrested after being monitored by security agencies. He said that he had been chosen by the ISI because was had been engaged in human trafficking, forging passports and smuggling of Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN).
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May - 27 
The Shillong Times on May 28 reports that Garo Hills State Movement Committee (GHSMC) organized a public rally at Selsella in West Garo Hills for gathering support for their demand for a separate Garoland.
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The Shillong Times on May 28 reports that Garo Hills State Movement Committee (GHSMC) organized a public rally at Selsella in West Garo Hills for gathering support for their demand for a separate Garoland.
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May - 27 
The Shillong Times reports that militants of Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) killed a former cadre of the outfit on May 27 at Daji Badimagre village of Chokpot in South Garo Hills District
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The Shillong Times reports that militants of Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) killed a former cadre of the outfit on May 27 at Daji Badimagre village of Chokpot in South Garo Hills District
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May - 27 
The Telegraph on May 28 reports that Isak Chishi Swu, the ‘chairman’ of NSCN-IM may become the Chief Minister of Nagaland and that an election could be held within six months. An Intelligence Bureau (IB) official stated that this proposal by the cent
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The Telegraph on May 28 reports that Isak Chishi Swu, the ‘chairman’ of NSCN-IM may become the Chief Minister of Nagaland and that an election could be held within six months. An Intelligence Bureau (IB) official stated that this proposal by the central interlocutors is currently in the initial stage and will have to be approved by the Prime Minister and the Home Minister. The official stated that making Isak Swu the Chief Minister would be easy since he belongs to Sema group, a mainstream Naga clan predominant in Zunheboto District of Nagaland. However one of the main concerns of the officials is to bring in other factions such as NSCN-K and NSCN-KK on board before making the final decision.
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May - 27 
The Telegraph reports that Assam Rifles troops stationed at Dhekiajuli in Sonitpur District discovered a bomb on National Highway 15 on May 27. The bomb was later difused.
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The Telegraph reports that Assam Rifles troops stationed at Dhekiajuli in Sonitpur District discovered a bomb on National Highway 15 on May 27. The bomb was later difused.
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May - 27 
Three cadres of the Peoples Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), were arrested in two separate incidents from Gumla and Khunti Districts on May 27, reports The Times of India. Police
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Three cadres of the Peoples Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), were arrested in two separate incidents from Gumla and Khunti Districts on May 27, reports The Times of India. Police arrested two PLFI cadres identified as Suraj Oraon and Pawan Oraon, along with a country made pistol and a mobile phone in Gumla District. The two were wanted in different cases of violence. Meanwhile, Khunti Police arrested Dilwar Munda from Adki area in Khunti District.
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May - 27 
When the new Indian Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi met Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa for bilateral talks on May 27 at the Hyderabad House in New Delhi, India, he requested Sri Lankan Government to expedite the process of national reconcil
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When the new Indian Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi met Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa for bilateral talks on May 27 at the Hyderabad House in New Delhi, India, he requested Sri Lankan Government to expedite the process of national reconciliation by fully implementing the 13th Amendment to the Constitution and going beyond, reports Colombo Page. The two leaders had an in-depth discussion of issues of mutual concern. President Rajapaksa described the initiatives Sri Lanka has taken with regard to rehabilitation, resettlement, reconstruction and the ongoing reconciliation process in the country.
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May - 28 
Two Border Security Force (BSF) personnel, an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) and a trooper, were injured in a landmine blast carried out by suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Malkangiri District on May 28, reports Zee
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Two Border Security Force (BSF) personnel, an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) and a trooper, were injured in a landmine blast carried out by suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Malkangiri District on May 28, reports Zee News. Officials said that a BSF team was on an anti-Maoist operation task in the jungles of the District when an encounter took place between the personnel and the Maoists.
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May - 28 
A Police Constable, identified as Budhram Mudma (29) was on May 28 stabbed to death by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Bijapur District, reports Zee News. Mudma posted at Timed Police Camp, located in Bhopalpattanam region was
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A Police Constable, identified as Budhram Mudma (29) was on May 28 stabbed to death by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Bijapur District, reports Zee News. Mudma posted at Timed Police Camp, located in Bhopalpattanam region was stabbed to death by a group of Maoists under Toynar Police Station, Bijapur Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Sukhnandan Rathore said. Budhram had fled from the Timed Police Camp without informing anyone on May 27 night to attend a local fair in Toynar. When he was returning from the fair, the Maoists attacked him.
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May - 28 
A village elder, identified as Huzil Mann succumbed to his injuries on May 28 after an attack by suspected Garo militants, reports The Shillong Times. Mann, was attacked at his house at village Haldibari near Selsella in West Garo Hills District in t
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A village elder, identified as Huzil Mann succumbed to his injuries on May 28 after an attack by suspected Garo militants, reports The Shillong Times. Mann, was attacked at his house at village Haldibari near Selsella in West Garo Hills District in the night of May 24.
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May - 28 
Army and Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police recovered a large quantity of arms, ammunition and explosive material including 30 kilograms of Research Development Explosive (RDX) and one Improvised Explosive Device (IED) from two separate hideouts in Gando
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Army and Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police recovered a large quantity of arms, ammunition and explosive material including 30 kilograms of Research Development Explosive (RDX) and one Improvised Explosive Device (IED) from two separate hideouts in Gandoh area of Doda District, on May 28 reports Daily Excelsior. Sources said the hideouts might belong to militants of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM
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May - 28 
Around 30 armed Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres raided the worksite camp of a construction firm engaged in Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) at Kusumguda and Khambasi villages under Rayagada Police Station in Rayagada Distr
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Around 30 armed Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres raided the worksite camp of a construction firm engaged in Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) at Kusumguda and Khambasi villages under Rayagada Police Station in Rayagada District in the night of May 28 and set ablaze heavy equipment and vehicles, reports The Hindu. One excavator and three tractors were among the items damaged by the Maoists. After the attack, the armed Maoists escaped to a nearby forest. They left behind some posters at the spot claiming that they belong to Bansadhara, Nagavali and Ghumusar divisions of the CPI-Maoist. The firm was involved in construction of about 6.5 km road between Khambasi and Guma villages.
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May - 28 
Five persons from West Bengal were arrested along with Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) with the face value of INR 4,43000 from Gittikhadan area in Nagpur city of Nagpur District on May 28, reports The Times of India. The five arrested have been iden
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Five persons from West Bengal were arrested along with Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) with the face value of INR 4,43000 from Gittikhadan area in Nagpur city of Nagpur District on May 28, reports The Times of India. The five arrested have been identified as Mohammad Shakeer Taymur Sheikh, Sukumar Sirkar, Abhiral Islam Sohabuddin Mobin, Mohammad Samad Hussain, Mohammad Aziz and Mohammad Tanu Sheikh.
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May - 28 
Further, a driver, identified as Akhirul Islam along with two occupants of his vehicle were abducted on May 28 from 8 Mile, West Garo Hills District. A ransom demand of INR 20, 00,000 was made to the owner of the vehicle and the abductors threatened
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Further, a driver, identified as Akhirul Islam along with two occupants of his vehicle were abducted on May 28 from 8 Mile, West Garo Hills District. A ransom demand of INR 20, 00,000 was made to the owner of the vehicle and the abductors threatened to kill the victims if the demand was not met.
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May - 28 
In a cross firing between IK Sonbijit faction of National democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) cadres and Indian Army personnel, one NDFB-IKS cadre, identified as Basiram Boro was killed at Dingdang Para village in Khoirabari in Udalguri District
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In a cross firing between IK Sonbijit faction of National democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) cadres and Indian Army personnel, one NDFB-IKS cadre, identified as Basiram Boro was killed at Dingdang Para village in Khoirabari in Udalguri District at around 11:30 pm on May 28, reports The Sentinel. An Army personnel was also injured in the firing. Police recovered one 9 mm pistol, one live cartridge, two ammunition and one hand–grenade from the slain cadre.
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May - 28 
It has also been reported that militants have also served demand notes to officials of Food Corporation of India (FCI) and distributors of food items in East Garo Hills.
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It has also been reported that militants have also served demand notes to officials of Food Corporation of India (FCI) and distributors of food items in East Garo Hills.
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May - 28 
Meanwhile, a GNLA militant, identified as Tuseng S Sangma was arrested from Pohktieh locality in Shillong on May 28, reports The Shillong Times. Police recovered eleven new mobile phones meant for GNLA cadres, INR 17, 500 and camouflage uniform.
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Meanwhile, a GNLA militant, identified as Tuseng S Sangma was arrested from Pohktieh locality in Shillong on May 28, reports The Shillong Times. Police recovered eleven new mobile phones meant for GNLA cadres, INR 17, 500 and camouflage uniform.
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May - 28 
Meanwhile, A’chik Revolutionary Front (ARF), in an emergency meeting at its 'headquarters' in Grongkam condemned the twin alleged custodial deaths of Balsan Marak and Witson M Sangma and demanded compensation of INR 10,000,000 to the families, report
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Meanwhile, A’chik Revolutionary Front (ARF), in an emergency meeting at its 'headquarters' in Grongkam condemned the twin alleged custodial deaths of Balsan Marak and Witson M Sangma and demanded compensation of INR 10,000,000 to the families, reports The Shillong Times on May 30. While Balsan Marak allegedly died in judicial custody on May 20, Witson M Sangma who was arrested for his alleged involvement with the GNLA died in Police custody on May 28. Meanwhile ‘chairman' of United Achik Liberation Army (UALA) Chiindik Marak along with the ARF gave an ultimatum of three days to the State Government to act and warned that failure to act will lead to joint action by both organisations for which the Government would be responsible
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May - 28 
Meanwhile, over past few days, 12 militants of NSCN-Khaplang (NSCN-K) have joined Khole-Khitovi faction of NSCN (NSCN-KK), Nagland Post reports on May 29 (today).
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Meanwhile, over past few days, 12 militants of NSCN-Khaplang (NSCN-K) have joined Khole-Khitovi faction of NSCN (NSCN-KK), Nagland Post reports on May 29 (today).
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May - 28 
Meanwhile, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) will send a team of investigators from New Delhi to assist the officials of the Guwahati branch of the agency in investigation of the cases relating to killing of more than 40 persons by armed miscre
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Meanwhile, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) will send a team of investigators from New Delhi to assist the officials of the Guwahati branch of the agency in investigation of the cases relating to killing of more than 40 persons by armed miscreants in the Bodoland Territorial Autonomous Districts (BTAD) recently, The Assam Tribune reports on March 29. Highly placed official sources said that the NIA has already constituted a team, which would be sent to Assam immediately after the cases are registered formally.
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May - 28 
Meanwhile, three Maoists were arrested on May 28 from separate places in Dantewada District, reports The New Indian Express. The arrested cadres were identified as Sonsai Yadav (23), Mahesh Barte (25) and Lingaram Madkami (30). Sonsai was arrested fr
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Meanwhile, three Maoists were arrested on May 28 from separate places in Dantewada District, reports The New Indian Express. The arrested cadres were identified as Sonsai Yadav (23), Mahesh Barte (25) and Lingaram Madkami (30). Sonsai was arrested from a forest under Kuwakonda Police Station limits, Mahesh from Gadiras Police Station area and Lingaram from Aranpur Police Station limits. A muzzle loading gun, couple of detonators, wire and Maoist pamphlets were recovered from their possession
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May - 28 
On May 28, Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) 'founder' and Jama'at-ud- Dawa (JuD) 'chief' Hafiz Muhammad Saeed delivered a speech as thousands of followers joined him at Aabpara Chowk situated just a few hundred yards from the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) h
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On May 28, Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) 'founder' and Jama'at-ud- Dawa (JuD) 'chief' Hafiz Muhammad Saeed delivered a speech as thousands of followers joined him at Aabpara Chowk situated just a few hundred yards from the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) headquarter in Pakistan's capital city of Islamabad and asked them to get ready as the "time has come to perform the final jihad against India to free Kashmir from Indian occupation". "Are you ready to help Kashmiri brothers and sisters? Would you join me for this noble cause?" Saeed asked the gathering. Thousands of his followers responded to their leader by assuring him that they were ready to fight India. "Kadam badhao Hafiz Saeed, hum tumhare sath hain (Lead the way Hafiz Saeed, we are with you". He also criticised Pakistan Prime Minister (PM) Nawaz Sharif for attending Indian PM Narendra Modi's swearing-in and said he (Sharif) betrayed the Kashmiris." Mr Prime Minister, you have stabbed the Kashmiris at their back by shaking hand with Narendra Modi. Kashmiris would never forgive you," Saeed said.
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May - 28 
Police teams investigation May 1, 2014 Chennai train blasts ruled out the involvement of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) module headed by Patna (Bihar) blasts-accused Haidar Ali, The Times of India reports on May 29. While Ali and his t
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Police teams investigation May 1, 2014 Chennai train blasts ruled out the involvement of the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) module headed by Patna (Bihar) blasts-accused Haidar Ali, The Times of India reports on May 29. While Ali and his three associates, arrested by NIA on May 19, denied involvement, their claims have been corroborated with their location being found in Jharkhand at the time of the Chennai blasts. "As of now, there is nothing to suggest that Haidar Ali and his associates were involved in the Chennai blasts. However, there could be involvement of some other module of the same organization," an internal security officer said. The other suspect in the case, Tamil Nadu-based terror outfit Al Umma, is also being ruled out. It was being suspected that Abu Bakr Siddique of the outfit may have carried out the attacks. But investigations failed to establish a motive behind the attack and also the justification for a Tamil Nadu outfit operative to board the train in Bangalore and time the blasts for Nellore in Andhra Pradesh. The blasts happened in Chennai because the train was running almost 90 minutes late. Interrogation of the Patna blasts accused revealed that Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Tehseen Akhtar, named in the First Information Report (FIR) as one of the accused, may not be involved in the blasts. "There is no evidence of Tehseen's direct involvement in the blasts. As yet there are only indications of Tehseen giving ideological support to the Haidar-led group," said the officer.
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May - 28 
Separately, the Central Government has directed that all pending negotiations with the militant outfits, including the Pro Talks faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-PTF), should be expedited and completed within a specific timeframe, The
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Separately, the Central Government has directed that all pending negotiations with the militant outfits, including the Pro Talks faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-PTF), should be expedited and completed within a specific timeframe, The Assam Tribune reports on May 29. The direction was given by Union Minister of Home Affairs Rajnath Singh soon after he formally took up his new assignment.
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May - 28 
Separately, the State Bank of India (SBI) Songsak branch in East Garo Hills has been temporarily shut down following an extortion threat from an unknown militant group, which had demanded INR 50,000
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Separately, the State Bank of India (SBI) Songsak branch in East Garo Hills has been temporarily shut down following an extortion threat from an unknown militant group, which had demanded INR 50,000
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May - 28 
Suspected Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Faizan Ahmed Sultan, who was arrested early this month after being deported from Sharjah, was on May 28 remanded in Police Custody till June 2, 2014 by a court in New Delhi in connection with the September 1
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Suspected Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Faizan Ahmed Sultan, who was arrested early this month after being deported from Sharjah, was on May 28 remanded in Police Custody till June 2, 2014 by a court in New Delhi in connection with the September 13, 2008 Delhi serial blasts case, reports Business Standard. Sultan was earlier arrested in New Delhi by National Investigation Agency (NIA) in connection with a separate case of waging war against the country.
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May - 28 
Suspected skeletal remains believed to be that of two missing cadres of United Revolutionary Front (URF) have been found buried in the outfit’s designated camp in Imphal on May 28, reports The Sangai Express. On May 6, following allegations regarding
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Suspected skeletal remains believed to be that of two missing cadres of United Revolutionary Front (URF) have been found buried in the outfit’s designated camp in Imphal on May 28, reports The Sangai Express. On May 6, following allegations regarding the alleged killing of two cadres of URF inside the URF designated camp and their corpses buried there, a search operation was conducted for the bodies. Nearly a month later, the Police again carried out the search operation and found the skeletal remains. The breakthrough came following the arrest of one URF cadre, identified Irengbam Gulapi alias Meitei of Kontha Ahallup under Heingang Police station on May 28 from his home by the Police. On March 19, a complaint was lodged at Sekmai Police station by the URF regarding missing of the two URF cadres. The two URF cadres who reportedly went missing on March 18 were Irengbam Bode alias Washington (35) and Pukhrambam Somorjit
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May - 28 
The Tamil Nadu Police on May 28 approached senior Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) officers in Delhi, to extradite from Malaysia a suspected operative of Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), Mohammad Hossaini, who was part of a plot to
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The Tamil Nadu Police on May 28 approached senior Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) officers in Delhi, to extradite from Malaysia a suspected operative of Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), Mohammad Hossaini, who was part of a plot to carry out attacks in Chennai (Tamil Nadu) and Bangalore (Karnataka), according to The Times of India. Hossaini, a Sri Lankan national arrested by the Malaysian Police on May 14, confessed that he was to provide logistical support for strikes on the US consulate in Chennai and the Israel's consulate in Bangalore. "Though extradition can be a long-drawn process, we believe that taking custody of Hossaini will be vital in the identification of ISI recruits in group that is attempting to launch terror strikes in the southern states and dismantling the network," a senior Police officer said.
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May - 28 
The Union Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oram stated Naxalism-[Left-Wing Extremism (LWE)] can be resolved only by winning hearts and minds of tribals, who form the leadership and the infantry of the outlawed groups, reports The Times of India on May 29
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The Union Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oram stated Naxalism-[Left-Wing Extremism (LWE)] can be resolved only by winning hearts and minds of tribals, who form the leadership and the infantry of the outlawed groups, reports The Times of India on May 29. "BJP sees Naxalism as a social problem and will try to solve it accordingly," Oram said. He further said "You cannot solve Naxalism merely through development. Constructing roads or rail tracks is good but that is not enough. Naxalites can blow them up. We have to go to the Naxalites, to tribals and talk to them, win them over," he added. Oram added tribals had drifted to the Naxal fold having lost trust in the system. "The tribals have been cheated, oppressed by Police, forest department, excise department, by the administration. They have lost faith. That is helping the Naxalites. We have to woo them back," he said.
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May - 28 
Three official websites of the Uttar Pradesh (UP) Government were on May 28 temporarily hacked with threatening message reportedly by Pakistani hackers, reports The Times of India. The websites, www.tajmahal.gov.in, www.agrafort.gov.in and www.fatehp
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Three official websites of the Uttar Pradesh (UP) Government were on May 28 temporarily hacked with threatening message reportedly by Pakistani hackers, reports The Times of India. The websites, www.tajmahal.gov.in, www.agrafort.gov.in and www.fatehpursikri.gov.in were suspended for about an hour before being restored by the UP tourism department. According to sources, the hackers did not fiddle with the content of the website but changed the landing page with messages hailing Pakistan. A group called Pakistan Haxors Crew claimed to be responsible for the attack on the websites. The message they posted on the websites read: Pakistani Hoxars Crew is here to remind you of your security. Our fight is not against any individual but the system as a whole. As per Indian Penal Code (Act No. 45 of 1860) Chapter-II 18: India means the territory of India excluding the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Consider yourself warned because consequences will follow. Pakistan Zindabad. According to the group's Facebook page, it has hacked a number of Indian government and private websites. It calls itself the protector of "Pakistan's cyber space".
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May - 29 
A battalion of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) has been deployed in Dumka District, after two major Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) attacks occured in less than a year in Dumka division of Jharkhand, The Times of India reports on May 30. P
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A battalion of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) has been deployed in Dumka District, after two major Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) attacks occured in less than a year in Dumka division of Jharkhand, The Times of India reports on May 30. Police Chiefs of three Districts - Dumka, Pakur and Godda attended a meeting chaired by Director General of Police (DGP), Rajeev Kumar to discuss ways to tackle Maoist menace in the State.
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May - 29 
A cadre of the Peoples Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was arrested along with a revolver and live bullets in Bagicha area of Jashpur District on May 29, reports The Pioneer. The
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A cadre of the Peoples Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was arrested along with a revolver and live bullets in Bagicha area of Jashpur District on May 29, reports The Pioneer. The arrestee was identified as Gopal Nageshia. He was carrying a reward of INR 5,000 on his head, informed Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) (anti-Maoist operation) PC Srivastava. Nageshia was involved in various offences such as attempt to murder, brawl, carrying deadly arms etc.
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May - 29 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader, wanted in connection with the killing of a Police officer in 2009, was arrested from a riverine area near Ghelpur Chaturpatti village in Muzaffarpur District on May 29, reports Zee News. "We had
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader, wanted in connection with the killing of a Police officer in 2009, was arrested from a riverine area near Ghelpur Chaturpatti village in Muzaffarpur District on May 29, reports Zee News. "We had intelligence inputs about Maoists assembling at a spot in the area. Accordingly we moved our forces to surround them and caught (arrested) Santosh Ram, while two other Maoists managed to flee the place," Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) (Operations) Rana Brajesh said. Ram, an expert in planting Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), was involved in several cases of violence including the blowing up of a government school during 2009 Lok Sabha elections in which a Police official was killed, ASP Brajesh added.
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May - 29 
Also, a bandh (shut down) on June 2 in the Garo Hills Region have been called by student and social organizations to press for the demand of a judicial or Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) investigation into the two custodial deaths, reports The
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Also, a bandh (shut down) on June 2 in the Garo Hills Region have been called by student and social organizations to press for the demand of a judicial or Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) investigation into the two custodial deaths, reports The Shillong Times on May 30.
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May - 29 
Also, a militant belonging to Progressive faction of People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK-Pro), identified as Sarangthem Johny Meitei was arrested on May 29 from Pallel Bazar in Thoubal District along with INR 2, 01,590. Two mobile hand
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Also, a militant belonging to Progressive faction of People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK-Pro), identified as Sarangthem Johny Meitei was arrested on May 29 from Pallel Bazar in Thoubal District along with INR 2, 01,590. Two mobile handsets were also recovered from him. And in a follow up operation, another cadre of the same outfit, identified as Sapam Robindro alias Nanao was also arrested. Both the militants were involved in extorting money from contractors at Imphal for their party fund. They were arrested based on information that some active workers of PREPAK-Pro are going to transport money extorted from general public to their senior cadres staying at Myanmar.
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May - 29 
Also, NDFB-IKS on May 29, warned that it will take stern action against the persons those who are connected with the collection of ‘tax’ in their name, reports The Sentinel.
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Also, NDFB-IKS on May 29, warned that it will take stern action against the persons those who are connected with the collection of ‘tax’ in their name, reports The Sentinel.
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May - 29 
An indefinite curfew has been imposed in Chokpot area of South Garo Hills on May 29, following violent clash over the death of Witson Sangma, an over ground worker of Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) in Police custody, reports The Sentinel. Six P
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An indefinite curfew has been imposed in Chokpot area of South Garo Hills on May 29, following violent clash over the death of Witson Sangma, an over ground worker of Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) in Police custody, reports The Sentinel. Six Policemen were injured when a mob attacked Chokpot Police Station and set ablaze three Police vehicles and three civilian vehicles. Suspected militants also shot at the Police personnel from a church complex.
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May - 29 
Arrested Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Haider Ali alias Black Beauty allegedly told interrogators from the Delhi Police's Crime Branch that had he succeeded in eliminating then Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi during Bharatiya Janata Party's P
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Arrested Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Haider Ali alias Black Beauty allegedly told interrogators from the Delhi Police's Crime Branch that had he succeeded in eliminating then Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi during Bharatiya Janata Party's Patna rally on October 26, he would have been taken to a Taliban training centre on the Afghanistan-Pakistan (Af-Pak) border, reports The Times of India on May 30. Haider, a confidant of IM founder Yasin Bhatkal, said Taliban subgroup Ansar-ul-Tauheed used to give training to IM and Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) operatives at the Af-Pak camp, according to sources.
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May - 29 
Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres from the Basadhara-Ghumusar-Nagavali division set ablaze some vehicles in Khambesu village of Gumma gram panchayat (village level local self-government institution) under the Rayagada block of Rayag
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Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres from the Basadhara-Ghumusar-Nagavali division set ablaze some vehicles in Khambesu village of Gumma gram panchayat (village level local self-government institution) under the Rayagada block of Rayagada District on May 29, reports The Times of India. A group of around 25-30 cadres, including three women set ablaze, three tractors, a tractor trolley, one Hitachi shovel, one motorbike belonging to a contractor engaged in the construction of a road from Khambesu to Kusumguda under Pradhan Mantri Sadak Yojana Scheme. The Maoists left a poster there which warned not to construct the road which would ultimately benefit the metal company RSB Metaltech. The company is planning to establish a bauxite refinery nearby. The local tribals are also protesting the company and, in the past, they had also set ablaze the tent put up by the said company during a public hearing.
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May - 29 
Earlier, United Komrem Revolutionary Army (UKRA) suspended ‘private’ L Khupneilun alias Lulun Kom for violating the rules and regulation of the outfit with effect S The Sangai Express.
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Earlier, United Komrem Revolutionary Army (UKRA) suspended ‘private’ L Khupneilun alias Lulun Kom for violating the rules and regulation of the outfit with effect S The Sangai Express.
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May - 29 
Following the May 29 blasts which killed two migrant workers at Singjamei Chingamakhong, both Imphal East and Imphal West District Police have launched search operations since June 3 reports Kanglaonline. In Imphal west at least ten persons were roun
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Following the May 29 blasts which killed two migrant workers at Singjamei Chingamakhong, both Imphal East and Imphal West District Police have launched search operations since June 3 reports Kanglaonline. In Imphal west at least ten persons were rounded up by the Police due to lack of proper verification papers. They were later hand over to the Police for further verification.
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May - 29 
Four suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres shot dead Ghissu Mattami, a National Congress Party (NCP) functionary and former member of the Ettapalli Panchayat Samiti (block-level local self-Government institution) in Gadchiroli
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Four suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres shot dead Ghissu Mattami, a National Congress Party (NCP) functionary and former member of the Ettapalli Panchayat Samiti (block-level local self-Government institution) in Gadchiroli District on May 29, reports The Hindu. Mattami was at his official residence at Ettapalli town when the suspected Maoists shot at him from close range, said the Police.
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May - 29 
In another incident, a KCP cadre, identified as Longjam Shyam Singh was arrested on May 29 from Leimapokpam in Bishnupur District for his involvement in extortion activities.
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In another incident, a KCP cadre, identified as Longjam Shyam Singh was arrested on May 29 from Leimapokpam in Bishnupur District for his involvement in extortion activities.
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May - 29 
Khaplang faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-K) stated that Joseph Rapei and Francis Sajii who were arrested by Security Forces (SFs) on May 26 were not its member, The Sangai Express reports on May 30.
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Khaplang faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-K) stated that Joseph Rapei and Francis Sajii who were arrested by Security Forces (SFs) on May 26 were not its member, The Sangai Express reports on May 30.
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May - 29 
Meanwhile, a gunfight occurred in Kachouphung village under Kamjong sub-division of Ukhrul District between Isak-Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) and Assam Rifles (AR) on May 29. The incident occurred when NSCN-IM mi
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Meanwhile, a gunfight occurred in Kachouphung village under Kamjong sub-division of Ukhrul District between Isak-Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) and Assam Rifles (AR) on May 29. The incident occurred when NSCN-IM militants tried to stop the vehicle in which AR personnel’s in plain clothes were entering the village. No causality has been reported.
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May - 29 
Meanwhile, a Maoist couple, Sandeep alias Mahendra Kerame (26), resident of Ambagarh Chowki and his wife Sheela alias Lata Gota (20), native of Gadchiroli, Maharashtra, surrendered before Superintendent of Police (SP), Sanjiv Shukla in Rajnandgaon Di
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Meanwhile, a Maoist couple, Sandeep alias Mahendra Kerame (26), resident of Ambagarh Chowki and his wife Sheela alias Lata Gota (20), native of Gadchiroli, Maharashtra, surrendered before Superintendent of Police (SP), Sanjiv Shukla in Rajnandgaon District on May 29, reports The Pioneer. Sandeep, carrying cash reward of INR 20,000 on his head, was an active member of Military Platoon number 56 of the CPI-Maoist and was associated with movement in Gadchiroli region of Maharashtra. He had joined Maoist cadre in 2010 and was deputed as the gunman of an 'area committee secretary' of North Gadchiroli Gondia Division of Maoist leader Pahad Singh, SP Shukla informed, adding, later he was elevated as a member of Military Platoon number 56 active in Maharashtra-Chhattisgarh border. In the same way Sheela, a native of Gyarahpatti village in Gadchiroli had joined the Maoist outfit in 2011 and was included into Military Platoon number 56 in the same year, SP Shukla said.
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May - 29 
Meanwhile, the Kuki National Liberation Front (KNLF) on May 29, urged both State Government and Government of India (GoI) to conduct joint verification of the proposed KNLF camp in Semol in Chandel District, reports The Sangai Express. KNLF ‘secretar
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Meanwhile, the Kuki National Liberation Front (KNLF) on May 29, urged both State Government and Government of India (GoI) to conduct joint verification of the proposed KNLF camp in Semol in Chandel District, reports The Sangai Express. KNLF ‘secretary’ Tonglenlal Haokip alias Lalmoi also acknowledged the help given by the villagers and added that the 6 Dogra Regiment has been providing security to KNLF.
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May - 29 
Samphri Teron alias RupsingTeron (40), former United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) ‘deputy commander in chief’ was shot dead by miscreants in the night of May 29 at Boithalangso market in Karbi Anglong District, reports The Sentinel. Three mo
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Samphri Teron alias RupsingTeron (40), former United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) ‘deputy commander in chief’ was shot dead by miscreants in the night of May 29 at Boithalangso market in Karbi Anglong District, reports The Sentinel. Three motorcycle borne assailants came in civil dress and shot more than 10 shots from close range at him, who died on the spot.
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May - 29 
Separately, Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) threatened to call a 12-hour shutdown on June 3 if the interim order of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) banning mining and transportation of coal in Meghalaya is not revoked by June 2, The
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Separately, Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) threatened to call a 12-hour shutdown on June 3 if the interim order of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) banning mining and transportation of coal in Meghalaya is not revoked by June 2, The Telegraph reports on May 30.
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May - 29 
Separately, in a press hand out signed by Nonglen Meitei, ‘secretary publicity and propaganda’ of Maoist Communist Party-Manipur (MCP-M) on May 30, clarified that the party was not involved in the bomb blast that occurred in Singjamei in Imphal West
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Separately, in a press hand out signed by Nonglen Meitei, ‘secretary publicity and propaganda’ of Maoist Communist Party-Manipur (MCP-M) on May 30, clarified that the party was not involved in the bomb blast that occurred in Singjamei in Imphal West District on May 29.
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May - 29 
Separately, on May 29, a day after recovery of two dead bodies of United Revolutionary Front (URF) cadres inside the designated camp at Loitang Khunou in Imphal West District, the residents of nearby villages have demanded for immediate removal of th
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Separately, on May 29, a day after recovery of two dead bodies of United Revolutionary Front (URF) cadres inside the designated camp at Loitang Khunou in Imphal West District, the residents of nearby villages have demanded for immediate removal of the camp at Loitang Khunou Spinning Mill located in Imphal at the earliest, reports Kanglaonline.
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May - 29 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) Court will frame charges against the accused in the Panayikulam (Tamil Nadu) camp case of Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) on June 16, 2014, reports The Times of India on May 30. The court has asked al
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) Court will frame charges against the accused in the Panayikulam (Tamil Nadu) camp case of Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) on June 16, 2014, reports The Times of India on May 30. The court has asked all the accused, including those who received bail in the case, to be produced in court on June 16 for completing procedures before beginning trial in the case. Panayikulam SIMI camp case is related to a secret meeting of SIMI activists at Panayikulam near Aluva on August 15, 2006, and has listed 17 accused in this regard. Earlier, Lhari Dorgee Latoo, Superintendent of Police (SP), NIA, New Delhi, filed the chargesheet against the 17 persons in the case in 2010.
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May - 29 
The Sangai Express on May 30 reports that ‘project officer’ N Binodkumar of Lallumba group of Kangleipak Communist Party-Military Council (KCP-MC) rejected the financial indiscipline allegations against ‘group president’ Ksh Hitendra alias Lallumba
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The Sangai Express on May 30 reports that ‘project officer’ N Binodkumar of Lallumba group of Kangleipak Communist Party-Military Council (KCP-MC) rejected the financial indiscipline allegations against ‘group president’ Ksh Hitendra alias Lallumba and stated that false accusations is due to misinformation spread by the group’s cadre, H Basanta kumar alias BK.
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May - 29 
The Sangai Express reports that a militant of the Military Task Force faction of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP-MTF), identified as WahengbamI naocha Singh was arrested in a search operation on May 29 from Nambol Khathong in Bishnupur District and i
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The Sangai Express reports that a militant of the Military Task Force faction of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP-MTF), identified as WahengbamI naocha Singh was arrested in a search operation on May 29 from Nambol Khathong in Bishnupur District and in a follow up operation another cadre of KCP-MTF faction, Khundrakpam Hemanta Singh alias Ahingchamba was also arrested from Nambol in the District.
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May - 29 
Tripura info reports that four militants belonging to Biswamohan faction of National Liberation Front Tripura (NLFT-BM), identified as Parimal Debbarma alias Fancruk, Mohan Kumar koloi alias Rabin, Dharendra Tripura and Bibash Tripura fleeing from th
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Tripura info reports that four militants belonging to Biswamohan faction of National Liberation Front Tripura (NLFT-BM), identified as Parimal Debbarma alias Fancruk, Mohan Kumar koloi alias Rabin, Dharendra Tripura and Bibash Tripura fleeing from their hideouts in Bangladesh surrendered along with arms and ammunition before Assam Rifles (AR) at Ananda bazar area under Kanchanpur subdivision of North Tripura District on May 29. One carbine, a Pistol and a country made gun were deposited during the surrender. The militants, who surrendered told Police that top leaders of the NLFT are leading a luxurious life in Bangladesh but the cadres in camps and hideouts are living in distress.
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May - 29 
Two migrant workers were killed and 18 injured in a remote controlled Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion in a crowded mini market shed of Singjamei Chinga makhong in Imphal on May 29, reports The Sangai Express. The dead have been identified
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Two migrant workers were killed and 18 injured in a remote controlled Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion in a crowded mini market shed of Singjamei Chinga makhong in Imphal on May 29, reports The Sangai Express. The dead have been identified as Arvind Rai and Shyam Shanker Rai, both from Bihar. Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh said the bomb blast was guided by an intention to attack non-local people. Police sources pointed a militant group frequently targeting non-locals in the past behind the blast even though none of the groups so far owned up the responsibility for the same till the filing of this report, adds Nagaland Post.
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May - 29 
Two militants, identified as Atoka Awomi and Hoshika Swu belonging to Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN) were arrested from Church Road in Dimapur District where they were issuing illegal annual ‘tax’ slips to shopkeepers on May 29, reports Nagalan
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Two militants, identified as Atoka Awomi and Hoshika Swu belonging to Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN) were arrested from Church Road in Dimapur District where they were issuing illegal annual ‘tax’ slips to shopkeepers on May 29, reports Nagaland Post. Two slips were recovered from their possession.
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May - 30 
Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Haider Ali alias Black Beauty revealed during interrogation that Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) funded IM which carried out serial blasts at various places, Deccan Herald reports on May 31. Haider, told
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Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative Haider Ali alias Black Beauty revealed during interrogation that Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) funded IM which carried out serial blasts at various places, Deccan Herald reports on May 31. Haider, told National Investigation Agency (NIA) sleuths that he used to receive money from Abu Faizal alias Doctor, the self-styled head of the Madhya Pradesh (MP) unit of SIMI for carrying out terror attacks. Haider admitted that Faizal had funded the Bodh Gaya and Patna blasts last year. During the sustained interrogation, Haider told the NIA team that it was Faizal who was the brain behind the five bank robberies in MP, including a Mallapuram heist in Khandwa in which Rs 1.25 crore was looted in October last year. Haider’s confession has helped the investigating agency to establish the link between IM and Simi, which was banned in 2001.
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May - 30 
All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) ‘chief’ Ranjit Debbarma who was detained and pushed back to India by Bangladesh authorities in 2013, was attacked on May 30 inside the Police court lock up in the Agartala Court Complex where he was brought before the C
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All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) ‘chief’ Ranjit Debbarma who was detained and pushed back to India by Bangladesh authorities in 2013, was attacked on May 30 inside the Police court lock up in the Agartala Court Complex where he was brought before the Court, reports Tripurainfo. Ranjit survived minor injuries during the assault after he was suddenly attacked by person whom Ranjit later claimed to be one Subhash Das. Ranjit Debbarma is currently under trial in the Court.
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May - 30 
Also, a Naga National Council (NNC) militant, identified as ‘sergeant’ Acham Kamei alias Aghuangthai Kamei’ was arrested from Patsoi of Imphal West District by SFs on May 30, reports The Sangai Express.
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Also, a Naga National Council (NNC) militant, identified as ‘sergeant’ Acham Kamei alias Aghuangthai Kamei’ was arrested from Patsoi of Imphal West District by SFs on May 30, reports The Sangai Express.
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May - 30 
Constable Pankaj Suryawanshi (22) was killed and another injured in an encounter with Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Narayanpur District on May 30, reports The Hindu. The encounter took place when the joint party of Special Ta
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Constable Pankaj Suryawanshi (22) was killed and another injured in an encounter with Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Narayanpur District on May 30, reports The Hindu. The encounter took place when the joint party of Special Task Force (STF) and District force was patrolling the forests in Orchha Police Station area, Narayanpur Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) OP Sharma said. The incident occurred when a group of armed Maoists ambushed the Security Forces (SFs) between forests of Becha and Ilam villages.
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May - 30 
Further, an arms smuggler identified as, Pranjal Konwar alias Pranjal Bora was arrested on May 30 by Police from Bhikhari patty area near Station Chariali in Sivasagar District, reports The Sentinel. A .22 mm pistol, one live round of bullet, and som
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Further, an arms smuggler identified as, Pranjal Konwar alias Pranjal Bora was arrested on May 30 by Police from Bhikhari patty area near Station Chariali in Sivasagar District, reports The Sentinel. A .22 mm pistol, one live round of bullet, and some cash were recovered from him.
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May - 30 
Further, four militants of the IK Songbijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) were arrested by Security Forces (SFs) on May 30 from Bhumoraguri bridge in Sonitpur District, reports The Telegraph. The militants had arrived fr
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Further, four militants of the IK Songbijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) were arrested by Security Forces (SFs) on May 30 from Bhumoraguri bridge in Sonitpur District, reports The Telegraph. The militants had arrived from Nagaland to guide a trainee group of cadres to enter the northern part of Assam from Nagaland via the Arunachal Pradesh border.
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May - 30 
In a raid conducted on May 30, the Vellarada Police seized explosives, which were stored in the outhouse of the residence of a retailer of quarry products, reports The Times of India. The catch includes over 200kg of ammonium nitrate and over 2,000 g
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In a raid conducted on May 30, the Vellarada Police seized explosives, which were stored in the outhouse of the residence of a retailer of quarry products, reports The Times of India. The catch includes over 200kg of ammonium nitrate and over 2,000 gelatine sticks. The explosives were seized from the outhouse of the residence of Binu of Arattukuzhi near Vellarada in Thiruvananthapuram District. Sub-Inspector S Balachandran said, "We have noticed that recently there was too much unusual movement of suspicious vehicles through the border check post at Netta near Arattukuzhi". The explosives were brought from Trichy in Tamil Nadu. Besides Binu, Police have booked one more person, Vinod in the case. He was the one who transported explosives across the border, hoodwinking the check post officials. He is also absconding.
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May - 30 
Inspector-General of Police (BTAD) L.R. Bisnoi said the militant group had targeted civilians to avenge the killing of three militants of the outfit in an encounter with a joint team of the Police and the Central Reserve Police Force in Sonitpur Dist
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Inspector-General of Police (BTAD) L.R. Bisnoi said the militant group had targeted civilians to avenge the killing of three militants of the outfit in an encounter with a joint team of the Police and the Central Reserve Police Force in Sonitpur District on April 30, reports The Hindu.
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May - 30 
Interceptor vessel C-407 was commissioned on May 30 into the Indian Coast Guard to strengthen coastal security off Kerala coast, reports Outlook. It was commissioned by K S Balasubramanian, Kerala Director General of Police. The induction of intercep
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Interceptor vessel C-407 was commissioned on May 30 into the Indian Coast Guard to strengthen coastal security off Kerala coast, reports Outlook. It was commissioned by K S Balasubramanian, Kerala Director General of Police. The induction of interceptor boat in Coast Guard will enhance the capability of the Coast Guard towards coastal security, Search and Rescue and enforcement of Maritime laws off Kerala coast. The vessel is fitted with latest state of art navigation and communication equipment and medium range armament. It will be based at Vizhinjam in Thiruvananthapuram city.
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May - 30 
Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police on May 30 arrested a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant, identified as Ashfaq Ahmad Sofi, from Rampora area of Chattabal in Srinagar city of Srinagar District and recovered two grenades from his possession, reports Daily Ex
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Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police on May 30 arrested a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant, identified as Ashfaq Ahmad Sofi, from Rampora area of Chattabal in Srinagar city of Srinagar District and recovered two grenades from his possession, reports Daily Excelsior.
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May - 30 
Meanwhile, Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) militant, identified as ‘lance corporal’ Sagolsem Kyau Se Uo alias Pupu was arrested from Pangal Basti of Chandel District by Security Forces (SFs) on May 30, reports The Sangai Express. A .32 Revolver with th
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Meanwhile, Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) militant, identified as ‘lance corporal’ Sagolsem Kyau Se Uo alias Pupu was arrested from Pangal Basti of Chandel District by Security Forces (SFs) on May 30, reports The Sangai Express. A .32 Revolver with three live rounds and a Chinese Hand Grenade were recovered from him.
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May - 30 
Residents in Phek town of Phek District ‘arrested’ a militant of Khaplang faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-K) identified as ‘captain’ Ape Kozo after they were informed about holding back of goods carrying truck for “extortion”
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Residents in Phek town of Phek District ‘arrested’ a militant of Khaplang faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-K) identified as ‘captain’ Ape Kozo after they were informed about holding back of goods carrying truck for “extortion” by NSCN-K militants on May 30, and handed him over to Police, reports Nagaland Post. Phek Town Youth Society (PTYS) general secretary Seyiengoi Soho stated that on May 30 evening, two NSCN-K cadres identified as ‘captain’ Ape Koza and ‘2nd lieutenant’ Kuveshevo held a truck heading for Dimapur for purpose of extortion. On receiving the information, youth of the town rushed to the spot and ‘arrested’ the militant.
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May - 30 
The Sangai Express reports on May 30 that one Army trooper, identified as G Mohan Kumar of Madras Regiment was killed in an explosion at Theigothang village under Singhat sub division close to Myanmar border in Churachandpur District.
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The Sangai Express reports on May 30 that one Army trooper, identified as G Mohan Kumar of Madras Regiment was killed in an explosion at Theigothang village under Singhat sub division close to Myanmar border in Churachandpur District.
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May - 31 
A Delhi Court on May 31 ordered initiation of proceedings for attachment of properties against Dawood Ibrahim, Chhota Shakeel, Salman alias Master, Ehteysham and Javed Chutani in connection with 2013 IPL spot-fixing case, after the Delhi Police Speci
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A Delhi Court on May 31 ordered initiation of proceedings for attachment of properties against Dawood Ibrahim, Chhota Shakeel, Salman alias Master, Ehteysham and Javed Chutani in connection with 2013 IPL spot-fixing case, after the Delhi Police Special Cell informed the court that the non-bailable warrants (NBWs) against them could not be initiated since they no longer reside at the known addresses in India, reports Indian Express. Police told the court of Additional Sessions Judge Bharat Parashar that the NBWs could not be executed against since they no longer resided at their known addresses in India. “As warrants issued against accused Dawood, Shakeel, Chutani, Salman and Ehteysham have returned unexecuted with a report that they no longer reside at last known address in India, a request has been made for ensuing of proceeding under sections 82 (proclamation for person absconding), 83 (attachment of property of person absconding) of CrPC. In view of this, process under sections 82, 83 of Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) be initiated against them” the court said.
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May - 31 
A local court in Cuttack (Odisha) on May 31 convicted a person, Sanjay Kumar Biswal in Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) case and sentenced him to undergo rigorous imprisonment of seven years, reports orissadiary.com. The court also imposed a fine of
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A local court in Cuttack (Odisha) on May 31 convicted a person, Sanjay Kumar Biswal in Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) case and sentenced him to undergo rigorous imprisonment of seven years, reports orissadiary.com. The court also imposed a fine of INR 5000. Sources in Crime Branch (CB) said acting on a tip off a team official of Crime Investigation Department (CID)-CB had conducted raid at the residence of Biswal in Chandradeipur under Salipur Police limit in Cuttack District on September 2012. During the raid the team recovered 20 notes of INR 1000 denominations and 16 notes of INR 500 denominations from his possession. The seized Indian currency notes were found to be fake. An official said Biswal was charged under section 489 (b), 489 (c) of Indian Penal Code (IPC). During the probe it was revealed that the accused was procuring FICN from West Bengal and was circulating in Cuttack District.
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May - 31 
E-Pao, on June 1, reports that the Progressive faction of People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK-Pro) has refuted any connection with Sapam Robindro alias Sarangthem and Johny Meitei, who was arrested on May 29 with INR 2,01,590 and two m
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E-Pao, on June 1, reports that the Progressive faction of People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK-Pro) has refuted any connection with Sapam Robindro alias Sarangthem and Johny Meitei, who was arrested on May 29 with INR 2,01,590 and two mobile phones at Pallel in Thoubal District.
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May - 31 
In another incident, ‘major’ of United National Liberation Front (UNLF) Samandram Jagat alias Thambaljao Singh was arrested from Langthabal Kunja Mayai Leikai in Imphal West District on May 31, reports The Sangai Express.
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In another incident, ‘major’ of United National Liberation Front (UNLF) Samandram Jagat alias Thambaljao Singh was arrested from Langthabal Kunja Mayai Leikai in Imphal West District on May 31, reports The Sangai Express.
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May - 31 
Kanglaonline reports on May 30 that the Joint Action Committee (JAC) formed, demanding the immediate shifting of the United Revolutionary Front (URF) designated camp from Loitang Khonou in Imphal, has warned to launch several forms of agitation in ca
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Kanglaonline reports on May 30 that the Joint Action Committee (JAC) formed, demanding the immediate shifting of the United Revolutionary Front (URF) designated camp from Loitang Khonou in Imphal, has warned to launch several forms of agitation in case the Government failed to provide ‘positive response’ to the demand by 10am of May 31 (today). In this regard, the JAC president KhIbeton Devi said the JAC and family members of the two URF cadres whose bodies were found buried inside the storeroom of the designated camp on May 28 have already submitted a memorandum to the minister concerned on May 30.
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May - 31 
Meanwhile, a Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) militant, identified as as LongjamLukhoi Meitei alias Bijen alias Inao was arrested on May 31 from Lamshang Akham Leikai in Imphal West District, reports The Sangai Express. Meitei revealed that he was invol
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Meanwhile, a Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) militant, identified as as LongjamLukhoi Meitei alias Bijen alias Inao was arrested on May 31 from Lamshang Akham Leikai in Imphal West District, reports The Sangai Express. Meitei revealed that he was involved in extortion and on his revelation another cadre of PLA identified as Haokhom Inaocha, who is an explosive expert was also arrested from Lamshang Bazar in Imphal West District.
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May - 31 
Militants of IK Songbijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) are being hired by criminal elements of West Bengal to execute their ‘abduction-for-ransom’ bids, Assam Tribune reports on May 31. The NDFB-IKS militants are mainly
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Militants of IK Songbijit faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-IKS) are being hired by criminal elements of West Bengal to execute their ‘abduction-for-ransom’ bids, Assam Tribune reports on May 31. The NDFB-IKS militants are mainly hired for providing a hideout till the ransom amount is realized. Of the three cases that came to the notice of the Assam Police through its counterpart in West Bengal, in two cases the abducted persons, including a minor, were rescued from the Assam-Bengal border near Kokrajhar.
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May - 31 
On May 31 Assam Rifles (AR) arrested ‘commander-in-chief’, identified as Babul Haflongbar of newly formed militant group- "DHNA", in Haflong of Dima Hasao District, reports The Sentinel. A pistol, ammunition and a mobile with SIM card were recovered
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On May 31 Assam Rifles (AR) arrested ‘commander-in-chief’, identified as Babul Haflongbar of newly formed militant group- "DHNA", in Haflong of Dima Hasao District, reports The Sentinel. A pistol, ammunition and a mobile with SIM card were recovered from him. He also confessed that he was delivering demand notes in Haflong market.
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May - 31 
On May 31, Nongdrenkhomba group of the Military Council faction of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP-MC) has denied any involvement in murder of its cadre Laiphrakpam Gophen alias Roshan, reports The Sangai Express. In a Press meet in Manipur Press Clu
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On May 31, Nongdrenkhomba group of the Military Council faction of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP-MC) has denied any involvement in murder of its cadre Laiphrakpam Gophen alias Roshan, reports The Sangai Express. In a Press meet in Manipur Press Club 'chief advisor' of the outfit, Moirang them Bedanath also disowned claim by its former cadre namely WahengbamThoi alias John of Wabagai Terapishak who alleged that the victim was killed by the outfits members. On May 5, Churachandpur District Police had retrieved skeletal remains of a human corpse from a location in Mata Lambulane village speculated to be Gophen's remains.
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May - 31 
Principal District and Sessions Judge Kalidas Wadane on May 31 sentenced a man, Ali Waquar Shaikh to rigorous imprisonment (RI) for seven years with a penalty of INR 5,000 after convicting him in a Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) case, reports Pune
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Principal District and Sessions Judge Kalidas Wadane on May 31 sentenced a man, Ali Waquar Shaikh to rigorous imprisonment (RI) for seven years with a penalty of INR 5,000 after convicting him in a Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) case, reports Pune Mirror. Shaikh who hails from West Bengal, indulged in trade of fake currency, and was arrested by Hinjewadi Police after he tried to give FICN to a general store owner at Tathawade near Hinjewadi in Pune District on July 6, 2011. Hinjewadi Police had booked him after a complaint was made by Gangaram Chaudhary (26) of Tathawade.
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May - 31 
Security Forces (SFs) recovered arms and ammunition from Bandipora forests of Bandipora District on May 31, reports Daily Excelsior. The recovered arms and ammunition include one AK-47 rifle, two AK magazines and 51 AK rounds.
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Security Forces (SFs) recovered arms and ammunition from Bandipora forests of Bandipora District on May 31, reports Daily Excelsior. The recovered arms and ammunition include one AK-47 rifle, two AK magazines and 51 AK rounds.
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May - 31 
Separately, curfew was relaxed in troubled Chokpot region of South Garo Hills District for eight hours on May 31 as no untoward incident was reported in the last 24 hours since May 29 mob attack on the Police Station over a death of suspected Garo na
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Separately, curfew was relaxed in troubled Chokpot region of South Garo Hills District for eight hours on May 31 as no untoward incident was reported in the last 24 hours since May 29 mob attack on the Police Station over a death of suspected Garo national Liberation Army (GNLA) overground worker while in Police custody.
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May - 31 
Separately, security has been tightened in Imphal city and surrounding areas, which is inhabited mostly by non-locals, after May 29 blast in which two migrant workers were killed, reports Nagaland Post on June 1.
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Separately, security has been tightened in Imphal city and surrounding areas, which is inhabited mostly by non-locals, after May 29 blast in which two migrant workers were killed, reports Nagaland Post on June 1.
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May - 31 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a former colleague, Jeetu Madavi at Belgaon village in Dhanora tehsil (revenue unit) in Gadchiroli District on May 31, reports The Times of India. The Maoists claimed that Madavi was kill
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a former colleague, Jeetu Madavi at Belgaon village in Dhanora tehsil (revenue unit) in Gadchiroli District on May 31, reports The Times of India. The Maoists claimed that Madavi was killed because he had started working as a Police informer. Jeetu Madavi was killed a day after the State Government increased compensation amount for kin of the victims of Maoist violence. It's learnt that Madavi was killed by Maoists after they lured him away on the pretext of some work.
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May - 31 
The extradition process of a Sri Lankan national, Mohammad Hossaini arrested in Malaysia for alleged conspiracy to carry out terror strikes on the US and Israeli consulates in South India, has begun with India approaching Interpol for issuing an Red
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The extradition process of a Sri Lankan national, Mohammad Hossaini arrested in Malaysia for alleged conspiracy to carry out terror strikes on the US and Israeli consulates in South India, has begun with India approaching Interpol for issuing an Red Corner notice against the accused, New Indian Express reports on June 1. Tamil Nadu Police had also secured a non-bailable arrest warrant against Hossaini which was sent through diplomatic channels to France-based Interpol headquarters for issuance of Red Corner Notice, official sources said. Hussain, who was arrested on April 29 in a coordinated operation involving various countries including Malaysia and Sri Lanka, reportedly told the interrogators that the Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) was planning to send two men from Maldives to Chennai (Tamil Nadu) and that he had to arrange for their travel documents and hideouts in Chennai and Bangalore (Karnataka).
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May - 31 
The Telegraph reports that ‘lieutenant colonel’ Hopeson Ningshen of the Isak-Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) was found guilty by Special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Judge V.K. Gupta, on May 31, for abducti
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The Telegraph reports that ‘lieutenant colonel’ Hopeson Ningshen of the Isak-Muivah faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) was found guilty by Special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Judge V.K. Gupta, on May 31, for abducting and killing Sub-Divisional officer Thingnam Kishan and two of his subordinates Token and Rajen from Kasom Khullen, Ukhrul District in 2009.
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Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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Timeline- 2000
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Timeline Country Wise
Afghanistan
Bangladesh
Bhutan
India
Maldives
Nepal
Pakistan
Sri Lanka
Timeline Zone Wise
Insurgency North East
Islamist/Other Conflicts
Maoist Insurgency
Jammu & Kashmir
Punjab
Timeline State Wise
Assam
Arunachal Pradesh
Manipur
Meghalaya
Mizoram
Nagaland
Tripura
Sikkim
Tamil Nadu
Himachal Pradesh
Haryana
Rajasthan
Goa
Uttarakhand
Chandigarh (UT)
Delhi
Uttar Pradesh
Andaman and Nicober Islands
Lakshadweep
Pondicherry
Daman and Diu
Karnataka
Andhra Pradesh
Bihar
Chhattisgarh
Jharkhand
Madhya Pradesh
Maharashtra
Odisha
Telangana
West Bengal
Kerala
Dadra and Nagar Havelli
Gujarat
Andhra Pradesh
Bihar
Chhattisgarh
Jharkhand
Madhya Pradesh
Maharashtra
Odisha
Telangana
West Bengal
Kerala
Dadra and Nagar Havelli
Uttar Pradesh
Sikkim
Tamil Nadu
Himachal Pradesh
Haryana
Rajasthan
Goa
Uttarakhand
Chandigarh (UT)
Delhi
Andaman and Nicober Islands
Lakshadweep
Pondicherry
Daman and Diu
Karnataka
Gujarat
Assam
Jammu & Kashmir
Punjab
Timeline District Wise
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