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April - 1 
According to Intelligence shared by high ranking Delhi intelligence officials at a meeting with the State and City Police Officers on April 1, Railway Minister and Trinamool Congress Chief, Mamata Banerjee is on the Communist Party of India-Maoist (C
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According to Intelligence shared by high ranking Delhi intelligence officials at a meeting with the State and City Police Officers on April 1, Railway Minister and Trinamool Congress Chief, Mamata Banerjee is on the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) hit list, reports Hindustan Times. The meeting at the Bodyguards Line in Alipore also discussed VVIP security arrangement during the Assembly polls. The security tip-off was based on various interceptions and evidence collated in the last few months and contravenes the Left Front's claim that Banerjee is hand in glove with the Maoists. The New Delhi team, which attended the session, comprised Inspector General of Special Protection Group (SPG) Ramphal Pawar, Special Director of Intelligence Bureau (IB) Yashvardhan Azad and Assistant Director of IB, M.C. Joshi. According to them, Maoists pose the maximum threat for VIPs during poll campaigns. Mamata Banerjee is not the only name on the list and rubs shoulders with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, UPA Chairperson and Congress President Sonia Gandhi, (Member of Parliament) MP Rahul Gandhi, Home Minister P Chidambaram, Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee and Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee.
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April - 1 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested five militants of the Santhali Tiger Force on April 1 from the Karigaon-Maligaon area under Karigaon Police Outpost in Kokrajhar District, reports Telegraph. One .9mm pistol, three handmade pistols, four rounds of bulle
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested five militants of the Santhali Tiger Force on April 1 from the Karigaon-Maligaon area under Karigaon Police Outpost in Kokrajhar District, reports Telegraph. One .9mm pistol, three handmade pistols, four rounds of bullets, cash worth INR 3,800, including 100 Bhutan currencies, were recovered from their possession.
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April - 1 
State Revenue Minister Raman Bhalla said 46 fake Permanent Resident Certificates (PRCs) have been detected in the last few years and the Government has already constituted JK State Subject Commission to look into the issue. Of the 46 fake PRCs detect
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State Revenue Minister Raman Bhalla said 46 fake Permanent Resident Certificates (PRCs) have been detected in the last few years and the Government has already constituted JK State Subject Commission to look into the issue. Of the 46 fake PRCs detected, the Government on the recommendations of the Commission canceled 29.
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The Director General of Police (DGP), Kuldeep Khoda, stated on April 1, that while nearly 45 per cent reduction in the militancy related incidents has been recorded in the first quarter of 2011, over 300 to 350 terrorists are still active in the Jamm
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The Director General of Police (DGP), Kuldeep Khoda, stated on April 1, that while nearly 45 per cent reduction in the militancy related incidents has been recorded in the first quarter of 2011, over 300 to 350 terrorists are still active in the Jammu and Kashmir State, reports Daily Excelsior. He further said though a total 232 militants were eliminated by the Security Forces (SFs) during the year 2010, but nearly 300-350 terrorists were still active in the Jammu and Kashmir State. Out of these total ultras operating, nearly 45 per cent of them are foreigners. Referring to the infiltration attempts along the borders / Line of Control (LoC) and the infrastructure raised on that side for facilitating the terrorists, the State Police Chief said there seems to be no change in the attitude of Pakistan. Militant infrastructure (launching pads and training camps) was still intact on that side and attempts from that side are also continuing. But the forces were on the high alert and capable to thwart any attempt from across or within. He further added that, "we expect better over all law and order situation in the State in the coming summer months.” The DGP stated that in 2010, nearly 450-500 militants were operating in the State. There have been reports of nearly 100 odd more militants having infiltrated into this side during the year, whereas, the number of militants killed during 2010 were 232. The incidents of killings in Tral and Kupwara recently show that the militants are trying to show their presence. But during first quarter of this year a total 70 incidents of militancy were reported as against 127 occurred during the corresponding period of last year (2010). The DGP further disclosed that during first three months of this year three SFs personnel including two Army jawans (troopers), were killed during anti-militancy operations whereas, last year (from January 1 to March 31), 19 SFs personnel lost their lives. So, nearly 84 per cent decline on this count has been witnessed. A total 13 militants were eliminated during last three months while 37 were shot dead during first quarter of last year. The number of civilians killed by the terrorists during the first quarter of 2010 was 13. Mr Khoda disclosed that a total 30 militants were arrested by the SFs during first quarter of this year while during the corresponding period of 2010, total 16 militants were arrested in the State. The number of militants surrendered during first quarter of this year and the corresponding period of the previous year, however, remained the same which is seven the DGP added. On coming Panchayat elections, Kuldeep Khoda said where ever the demand arises as per the situation, additional police personnel from Armed and Indian Reserve Police (IRP) battalions will be placed there.
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The Hindu reports that suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) attacked, looted and ransacked the house of a trader at Asurabandha village under Sorada block in Ganjam District in the night of April 1. According to source
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The Hindu reports that suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) attacked, looted and ransacked the house of a trader at Asurabandha village under Sorada block in Ganjam District in the night of April 1. According to sources, a group of around 30 cadres of the Maoists had reached the Asurabandha village, targeted the house of Brajabandhu Choudhury and searched for his son Badri Choudhury, a cloth merchant and private money lender. Badri was not at home. The cadres dragged the whole family out of the house. Then they ransacked it and looted all the valuables. They also ransacked and looted a medicine shop and cloth shop near the house. Later, they also threatened a licensed liquor shop to close down its operations.
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Times of India reports that suspected cadres of the People’s Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a breakaway faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) set ablaze two excavators and a motorcycle of a construction company constructing a
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Times of India reports that suspected cadres of the People’s Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a breakaway faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) set ablaze two excavators and a motorcycle of a construction company constructing a bridge over the Koel river at Jologhat, causing a loss of about INR 10 million to the builder in Gumla District on April 1. Basia Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OIC) Shivchandra Prasad Singh said some 10-12 cadres of the PLFI reached the construction site and assaulted cashier Dilu Lohra, masons and labourers Kartik, Chhotu and others. They then took out diesel stored to run machines and set ablaze the excavators and the motorcycle parked there. The cadres then looted four mobile sets from Lohra and others, OIC Shivchandra Prasad Singh added.
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West Midnapore Police raided Kalsibhanga village in Salboni in the District after being tipped off by the villagers. The farmers came upon the arms when a farmer's cattle stepped on the part of a paddy field where alleged ruling Communist Party of In
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West Midnapore Police raided Kalsibhanga village in Salboni in the District after being tipped off by the villagers. The farmers came upon the arms when a farmer's cattle stepped on the part of a paddy field where alleged ruling Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) cadres had buried those. Police had the area dug and found two single shotter guns. West Midnapore Superintendent of Police (SP) Manoj Verma said raids at both Salboni and Lalgarh were launched after receiving tip-offs about the presence of arms in the areas.
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A bullet-riddled body of a Baloch missing person was recovered in Barech town on Saryab Road of Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan on April 1, reports Daily Times. The deceased was identified as Rehmatullah Bangulzai. He had received bulle
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A bullet-riddled body of a Baloch missing person was recovered in Barech town on Saryab Road of Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan on April 1, reports Daily Times. The deceased was identified as Rehmatullah Bangulzai. He had received bullets in his head and chest, which was the cause of his death, hospital sources said. Rehmatullah Bangulzai was picked up when he was coming from Mach to Quetta on a passenger van on March 12.
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A suicide bomber killed a child and injured 10 other persons after he was identified and shot at in Darra Adam Khel town of Kohat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 1, reports Daily Times. Sources said that a would-be suicide bomber was identifi
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A suicide bomber killed a child and injured 10 other persons after he was identified and shot at in Darra Adam Khel town of Kohat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 1, reports Daily Times. Sources said that a would-be suicide bomber was identified as he tried to enter the crowded market in Darra Adam Khel. Tribesmen tried to over power him but he blew himself up when he was shot at, killing a 12-year-old boy and injuring 10 people, a senior administrative official said.
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April - 1 
A tube-well was blown up in Doog village in the South Waziristan Agency.
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A tube-well was blown up in Doog village in the South Waziristan Agency.
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April - 1 
Elsewhere in the same District, unidentified militants blew up two electricity pylons in Bazid Khel area adjacent to the frontier region of the District, reports Dawn. Officials said that due to the destruction of 132KV power pylons, electricity was
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Elsewhere in the same District, unidentified militants blew up two electricity pylons in Bazid Khel area adjacent to the frontier region of the District, reports Dawn. Officials said that due to the destruction of 132KV power pylons, electricity was suspended to Mianwali and Dera Ismail Khan. According to the bomb disposal squad (BDS), the militants had planted two kilogrammes explosives to each of the supporting pillar.
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April - 1 
Four bogies of the Peshawar-bound Quetta Express derailed after a bomb explosion on the railway track near Dera Allahyar in Jaffarabad District of Balochistan. According to official sources, a potion of the track was blown up when the train was passi
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Four bogies of the Peshawar-bound Quetta Express derailed after a bomb explosion on the railway track near Dera Allahyar in Jaffarabad District of Balochistan. According to official sources, a potion of the track was blown up when the train was passing through the Sim-Shakh area. However, no casualty was reported.
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Nine militants were killed when Security Forces launched a counter-offensive after the militants attacked a checkpost in Dabori area of Orakzai Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 1, reports Dawn. Three SFs personnel, identi
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Nine militants were killed when Security Forces launched a counter-offensive after the militants attacked a checkpost in Dabori area of Orakzai Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 1, reports Dawn. Three SFs personnel, identified as Sajid, Mirza Tabassum and Azeem Khan, were injured during the offensive. Later, SFs launched a search operation in localities near Dabori after the attack and recovered a number of rocket shells and landmines.
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April - 1 
The under construction portion of Samendar Kot high school was blown up in Dandy Darpakhel area of North Waziristan Agency.
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The under construction portion of Samendar Kot high school was blown up in Dandy Darpakhel area of North Waziristan Agency.
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April - 1 
Unidentified militants beheaded three watchmen at a NATO trucks’ terminal near Landi Kotal railway station in the Khyber Agency. The slain watchmen, Hijran Ullah, Hafiz Ullah and Amaldar Shinwari, belonged to the local Shinwari tribe. The militants a
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Unidentified militants beheaded three watchmen at a NATO trucks’ terminal near Landi Kotal railway station in the Khyber Agency. The slain watchmen, Hijran Ullah, Hafiz Ullah and Amaldar Shinwari, belonged to the local Shinwari tribe. The militants also set on fire five oil tankers and a container, causing slight damage to the oil tankers, which were empty.
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A bomb was found near the Biratnagar city Police office in Morang District on April 1. Tags
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A bomb was found near the Biratnagar city Police office in Morang District on April 1. Tags
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Prime Minister (PM) Jhala Nath Khanal has claimed it is possible to draft the new constitution and conclude the peace process in the coming two months, reports Nepal News. "The constitution can be written and the peace process can come to a conclusio
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Prime Minister (PM) Jhala Nath Khanal has claimed it is possible to draft the new constitution and conclude the peace process in the coming two months, reports Nepal News. "The constitution can be written and the peace process can come to a conclusion within the stipulated time if major political partiers show commitment to these objectives," PM Khanal said on April 1. Noting that the parties have reached consensus on a number of disputed issues, Khanal said peace and constitution were the main agendas for the Government.
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April - 1 
Senior Communist party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) leader Madhav Kumar Nepal reportedly told the CPN-UML standing committee that the five-member talks team formed to convince the Nepali Congress and Madhesh-based parties to join the J
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Senior Communist party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) leader Madhav Kumar Nepal reportedly told the CPN-UML standing committee that the five-member talks team formed to convince the Nepali Congress and Madhesh-based parties to join the Jhala Nath Khanal-led Government has failed in its mission, Himalayan Times reported. “The NC and the Madhesh-based parties seem unprepared to join the Government at the moment,” CPN-UML secretary Shankar Pokhrel quoted Nepal as saying.
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April - 1 
Rapid Action Battalion (RAB-4) arrested 10 cadres, of Islamist outfit Hizbut Tawhid from Baje Kajla in Rajshahi city. Compact Disks (CDs) and jihadi literature were also recovered from their possession. RAB officials said all the arrestees confessed
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Rapid Action Battalion (RAB-4) arrested 10 cadres, of Islamist outfit Hizbut Tawhid from Baje Kajla in Rajshahi city. Compact Disks (CDs) and jihadi literature were also recovered from their possession. RAB officials said all the arrestees confessed to their involvement with the outfit and claimed that their outfit is not banned.
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April - 1 
Chittagong Metropolitan Police (CMP) arrested three suspected cadres of the outlawed Hizbut Tahrir from Sholokbahar in Chittagong city. The three cadres were students of Chittagong University and Hazi Mohammad Mohsin College.
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Chittagong Metropolitan Police (CMP) arrested three suspected cadres of the outlawed Hizbut Tahrir from Sholokbahar in Chittagong city. The three cadres were students of Chittagong University and Hazi Mohammad Mohsin College.
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April - 1 
Daily Star, reports that, five persons including two Municipal Councilors, Mizanur Rahman (40) and Abdulah Bin Hasem (44) were injured in a bomb attack in Meherpur of Kushtia District on April 1. The Police recovered splinters of the bombs from the s
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Daily Star, reports that, five persons including two Municipal Councilors, Mizanur Rahman (40) and Abdulah Bin Hasem (44) were injured in a bomb attack in Meherpur of Kushtia District on April 1. The Police recovered splinters of the bombs from the spot. Mizanur is also General Secretary of municipality unit Jubo League (youth wing of Awami League). The reason behind the incident has not been confirmed by the Police.
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April - 1 
De-mining groups recovered 410 APMs, one anti tank mine and eight electric mines from Thampanaikulam, Navatkulam, Mahilankulam, Periyathampanai, Malluwarayankaddaiadampan, Palampiddi, Kokkuthuduwai and Maruthamadu areas.
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De-mining groups recovered 410 APMs, one anti tank mine and eight electric mines from Thampanaikulam, Navatkulam, Mahilankulam, Periyathampanai, Malluwarayankaddaiadampan, Palampiddi, Kokkuthuduwai and Maruthamadu areas.
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April - 1 
Police recovered one hand grenade from Thambuttegama area.
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Police recovered one hand grenade from Thambuttegama area.
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April - 1 
Sri lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Babypuram, Nawatkuli, Periyathampanai, Monarawewa, Kokkutuduwai, Mankulam and Alaikallupoddakulam areas in the North recovered three 60-mm mortar bombs, one 81-mm mortar bomb,
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Sri lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Babypuram, Nawatkuli, Periyathampanai, Monarawewa, Kokkutuduwai, Mankulam and Alaikallupoddakulam areas in the North recovered three 60-mm mortar bombs, one 81-mm mortar bomb, 21 Anti Personnel Mines (APMs), five hand grenades, one I-com set, one claymore mine, one T-56 weapon body, 253 rounds of T-56 ammunition, 41 rounds of Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG) ammunition and one Rocket Propeller Grenade (RPG) on April 1.
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April - 2 
14 cadres of the CPI-Maoist-backed Chasi Muliya Adivasi Sangh (CMAS) have been acquitted by the Additional District Judge Suresh Kumar Patnaik in Koraput District on April 2, reports Orissadiary.com. After abduction of the Malkangiri Collector and Ju
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14 cadres of the CPI-Maoist-backed Chasi Muliya Adivasi Sangh (CMAS) have been acquitted by the Additional District Judge Suresh Kumar Patnaik in Koraput District on April 2, reports Orissadiary.com. After abduction of the Malkangiri Collector and Junior Engineer of Kudumulu Gumma Block, the mediators placed conditions to release 617 under trial prisoners of CMAS from different jails. It was alleged that about more than 200 CMAS cadres along with the Maoists attacked on a country liquor shop and set ablaze in the night of January 4, 2009. As per the FIR of the owner of the country liquor shop, Rajendra Kumar Jadab, the Police arrested 14 cadres of CMAS. The Additional District Judge Patnaik acquitted the 14 cadres due to want of evidence.
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April - 2 
A teacher was shot dead by suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in West Midnapore District of West Bengal on April 2, according to The Hindu. The slain teacher, identified as Prabodh Mahato, was shot from close range when he
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A teacher was shot dead by suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in West Midnapore District of West Bengal on April 2, according to The Hindu. The slain teacher, identified as Prabodh Mahato, was shot from close range when he was returning home after a bath in a nearby canal. According to Pravin Tripathi, Superintendent of Police of Jhargram sub-divisional municipality, Maoists and the Maoist-backed People's Committee against Police Atrocities (PCPA) were suspected to be behind the attack.
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April - 2 
According to a belated report of Times of India, the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed two persons, including a village ward member, finding them guilty at a praja court (People's Court) at Naglur village within Kalime
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According to a belated report of Times of India, the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed two persons, including a village ward member, finding them guilty at a praja court (People's Court) at Naglur village within Kalimela Police limits in Malkangiri District in the night of April 2. The duos were identified as Tapel Gangeya, a villager and Sanyasi Barge, the village ward member. "The rebels had summoned five villagers to the praja court but zeroed in on the two and pumped bullets into them. Since the release of the collector, this is the first Maoist offensive in the district," Inspector-in-Charge of Kalimela Police Station Debasish Mishra said.
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April - 2 
Hindustan Times reports that a former Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre and three Policemen of Special Action Plan (Anti-Maoist Operation) were arrested by the Police in Gadchiroli District on April 2. According to Police, surrendere
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Hindustan Times reports that a former Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre and three Policemen of Special Action Plan (Anti-Maoist Operation) were arrested by the Police in Gadchiroli District on April 2. According to Police, surrendered Maoist Raghu alias Jalmasai Sadmake (38) along with three constables identified as Ratan Gorgunda (31), Peta Mara Talandi (30), and Deepak Madhavrao Atram (29) entered the house of local businessman, Manoj Motilal Makhija, in village Kadholi in Kurkheda Tehsil (administrative division) and looted INR 40,000 at gun point. The accused demanded INR One million from Motilal and threatened to blow up his truck, parked outside, before decamping with INR 40,000 cash, the Police said.
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April - 2 
Karbi People’s Liberation Tigers (KPLT) militants killed three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel and injured four others in an ambush on April 2 near Rongshuli village in east Guwahati, reports Kanglaonline. Three slain personnel were ide
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Karbi People’s Liberation Tigers (KPLT) militants killed three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel and injured four others in an ambush on April 2 near Rongshuli village in east Guwahati, reports Kanglaonline. Three slain personnel were identified as Havaldar Devendra Shah, Mithu Singh and a constable Dilip Kumar, adds Shillong Times.
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April - 2 
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on April 2 said that the Union Government was open to talks with all militant outfits and the discussions with the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) had been good beginning, reports Times of India. "The ULFA peace t
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Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on April 2 said that the Union Government was open to talks with all militant outfits and the discussions with the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) had been good beginning, reports Times of India. "The ULFA peace talks are a good beginning. Our doors for peace talks with all militant groups are open. We want the militants to shun violence and come for talks," the Prime Minister said at an election rally in Dhakuwakhana in eastern Assam, about 500 kilometers from Guwahati while campaigning for state assembly polls.
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April - 2 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested five United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants in the Hahkhati area under Dhola Police Station in Tinsukia District on April 2, reports Assam Tribune. One of the arrested militant was identified as ‘lance corpora
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested five United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants in the Hahkhati area under Dhola Police Station in Tinsukia District on April 2, reports Assam Tribune. One of the arrested militant was identified as ‘lance corporal’ Bolin Gogoi alias Saurabh Bora (24), who is a known explosives expert in the outfit. SFs recovered one 9mm pistol and an Improvised Explosive Device (IED).
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April - 2 
Times of India reports that some Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) posters protesting the killing of Maoist leader Sashadhar Mahato and demanding withdrawal of Joint Forces from the forest areas of three West Bengal Districts were found in
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Times of India reports that some Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) posters protesting the killing of Maoist leader Sashadhar Mahato and demanding withdrawal of Joint Forces from the forest areas of three West Bengal Districts were found in many parts of Kolkata on April 2. According to the Police, the posters were found pasted on the walls of Mahanayak Uttam Kumar (Tollygunge) Metro station. The posters claimed that Mahato was killed in a false encounter and accused Security Forces of attacking tribal people, said a Police Official.
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April - 2 
Times of India reports that the Police arrested Subhash Mandal, reported to be an ‘area commander’ of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) from Gaya District on April 2. A Police rifle was recovered from the possession of Mandal. "We are
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Times of India reports that the Police arrested Subhash Mandal, reported to be an ‘area commander’ of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) from Gaya District on April 2. A Police rifle was recovered from the possession of Mandal. "We are verifying records to ascertain from where the recovered Police rifle was looted," Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Vinay Kumar said. Maoists have looted at least 500 Police rifles and other weapons during their operations in Bihar and neighbouring Jharkhand in recent years, the SSP added
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April - 2 
United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) decided not to go ahead with its earlier plan of calling bandhs (shut down) from April 6 to 15 during the visits of Prime Minister (PM) Manmohan Singh and other Central leaders for election campaigning in Assam,
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United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) decided not to go ahead with its earlier plan of calling bandhs (shut down) from April 6 to 15 during the visits of Prime Minister (PM) Manmohan Singh and other Central leaders for election campaigning in Assam, reports Assam Tribune. The anti talks faction led by Paresh Barua said that it will not call any bandh during the period in view of the upcoming Rongali Bihu celebrations in the State. As reported earlier, ULFA had called for a bandh on April 2 protesting against the Prime Minister’s visit to address two poll rallies during the first phase. The PM Singh is scheduled to visit Barpeta and Mangaldai assembly constituencies in Lower Assam on April 8.
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April - 2 
11 soldiers were injured when a convoy of Security Forces (SFs) was ambushed with a remote-controlled device in the Akakhel area of Khyber Agency, reports Dawn.
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11 soldiers were injured when a convoy of Security Forces (SFs) was ambushed with a remote-controlled device in the Akakhel area of Khyber Agency, reports Dawn.
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April - 2 
At least two persons were killed and three others were injured in a remote-controlled bomb explosion in Kushak area of Kohlu District in Balochistan on April 2, reports Daily Times. According to official sources, a convoy of Government backed tribal
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At least two persons were killed and three others were injured in a remote-controlled bomb explosion in Kushak area of Kohlu District in Balochistan on April 2, reports Daily Times. According to official sources, a convoy of Government backed tribal elder Rab Nawaz Marri was heading home in Gazni from Kohlu city when it was attacked with a remote- controlled bomb planted by the side of a road.
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April - 2 
Four militants were killed while another 12 injured in the factional clash between Mangal Bagh-led Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) volunteers and their opposition force, led by commander Toti Khan, in the far-flung areas of Zakha Khel Bazaar (market) in Landiko
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Four militants were killed while another 12 injured in the factional clash between Mangal Bagh-led Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) volunteers and their opposition force, led by commander Toti Khan, in the far-flung areas of Zakha Khel Bazaar (market) in Landikotal tehsil (revenue unit) of Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 2, reports Daily Times. So far, four militants have reportedly been killed, including an LI ‘commander’ identified as Toti Khan, while, 12 others from both sides were injured, local sources of Zakha Khel confirmed. Many prisoners, who were kept for extortion money, fled from the private jails of the LI when the two sides fought each other, a source in Malik Deen Khel tribe in Kata Koshata informed.
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April - 2 
One person injured in the bid to explode the car of Badhber Qaumi Lashkar (community militia) leader in Sulemankhel area on the outskirts of Peshawar, the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 2, reports Dawn. Source said that vice-presid
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One person injured in the bid to explode the car of Badhber Qaumi Lashkar (community militia) leader in Sulemankhel area on the outskirts of Peshawar, the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 2, reports Dawn. Source said that vice-president of the Badhber Qaumi Lashkar, Mukamil Shah, who is also a leader of Awami National Party, just passed through the area when the blast occurred. He escaped unhurt, he source added. Another motorcar, passing through the area, was damaged in the blast, he said. The driver identified as Akbar Khan received injuries. The source said that one week ago Khyber Agency-based militant group Lashkar-i-Islam (LI) abducted Aftab Khan, the nephew of Mukamil Shah, and threw his beheaded body on a road in Bara tehsil (revenue unit) of Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA).
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April - 2 
Police arrested two suspected militants and recovered a truck packed with explosive materials in the jurisdiction of the Chamkani Police Station. The recovered explosives include 2,250 safety fuses and 10,000 detonators. The arrested persons were ide
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Police arrested two suspected militants and recovered a truck packed with explosive materials in the jurisdiction of the Chamkani Police Station. The recovered explosives include 2,250 safety fuses and 10,000 detonators. The arrested persons were identified as Dawood of Kamar Bara and Khursheed of Kachori.
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April - 2 
Two persons were injured when unidentified assailants opened fire at a NATO container in Wadh area of Khuzdar District.
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Two persons were injured when unidentified assailants opened fire at a NATO container in Wadh area of Khuzdar District.
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April - 3 
A special National Investigation Agency (NIA) court in Panchkula in Haryana issued fresh production warrants against the arrested extremist leader Swami Aseemanand on April 3, reports Times of India.
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A special National Investigation Agency (NIA) court in Panchkula in Haryana issued fresh production warrants against the arrested extremist leader Swami Aseemanand on April 3, reports Times of India.
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April - 3 
Another bomb was recovered at the residential compound of one Kangabam Ramananda of Uripok Tourangbam Leikai in Imphal west District.
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Another bomb was recovered at the residential compound of one Kangabam Ramananda of Uripok Tourangbam Leikai in Imphal west District.
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April - 3 
Another hand grenade was recovered inside a furniture house belonging to one Salam Manglemba (39) located at Yaiskul Police Lane.
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Another hand grenade was recovered inside a furniture house belonging to one Salam Manglemba (39) located at Yaiskul Police Lane.
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April - 3 
In a reaction to massive popular participation in 2008 Assembly Election, militant outfits like Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and HM have warned the people in areas like Shopian District, Sopore in Baramulla District and Bandipora District against taking par
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In a reaction to massive popular participation in 2008 Assembly Election, militant outfits like Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and HM have warned the people in areas like Shopian District, Sopore in Baramulla District and Bandipora District against taking part in the upcoming Panchayat Polls in the State beginning in later part of April, according to The Times of India. The SFs across Kashmir and other militancy-infected areas of the State have been put on an alert.
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April - 3 
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has ordered release of a teenager Faizan (14), who was detained under the Public Safety Act (PSA) for his alleged involvement in stone-pelting during the 2010 summer unrest, on humanitarian grounds, repo
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Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has ordered release of a teenager Faizan (14), who was detained under the Public Safety Act (PSA) for his alleged involvement in stone-pelting during the 2010 summer unrest, on humanitarian grounds, reports Daily Excelsior.
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April - 3 
One 7.62 pistol, an IED weighing one kilogramme with a remote controlled- switch and four rounds of live ammunition were recovered during a search operation by SFs from the house of Narayan Roy, the younger brother of Pradip Roy, a member of the cent
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One 7.62 pistol, an IED weighing one kilogramme with a remote controlled- switch and four rounds of live ammunition were recovered during a search operation by SFs from the house of Narayan Roy, the younger brother of Pradip Roy, a member of the central committee of ULFA, at Madhusolmari village in Dhubri District on April 3, reports Telegraph
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April - 3 
Orissadiary.com reports that Chenda Bhushanam alias Katru alias Ghasi alias Nagraju (45), a top leader of the Communist Party of India-Maoist’s (CPI-Maoist) Andhra Pradesh-Odisha Border Special Zonal Committee (AOBSZC) was arrested during a joint com
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Orissadiary.com reports that Chenda Bhushanam alias Katru alias Ghasi alias Nagraju (45), a top leader of the Communist Party of India-Maoist’s (CPI-Maoist) Andhra Pradesh-Odisha Border Special Zonal Committee (AOBSZC) was arrested during a joint combing operation by the Special Operation Group (SOG) troopers, Greyhounds and Odisha Police at near Pendajam village of Dudhari Panchayat (village level local self-Government institution) under Semiliguda Police Station in Koraput District on April 3. Ghasi belonged to a village near Araku valley in Vishakhapatnam District of Andhra Pradesh, joined the Maoist movement long ago and worked for the East Godavari Division. Ghasi carried a reward of INR One million on his head. He was reportedly involved in over 30 cases of Maoist-related violence, which he committed with complicity of another top Maoist leader Daya. He is said to be next only to top Maoist leader and ‘secretary’ of AOBSZC Akkiraju Haragopal alias Ramakrishna alias RK. Ghasi was described as the ‘military and action man’ of the outfit and was also the spokesperson for Koraput-Srikakulam Division. The Police have seized a 9mm pistol from him.
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April - 3 
Sangai Express reports that the private residence of former People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) militant turned politician MI Khan was attacked by lobbying a hand grenade at Keirao Makting Makha Leikai in Imphal East District on April 3.
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Sangai Express reports that the private residence of former People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) militant turned politician MI Khan was attacked by lobbying a hand grenade at Keirao Makting Makha Leikai in Imphal East District on April 3.
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April - 3 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested four over ground workers of different militant groups in separate incidents, states Kanglaonline. A statement issued by the PIB Defence Wing, said that SFs arrested an over ground worker of People’s Revolutionary Party
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested four over ground workers of different militant groups in separate incidents, states Kanglaonline. A statement issued by the PIB Defence Wing, said that SFs arrested an over ground worker of People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), identified as one Heisnam Hirachandra Singh (38), resident of Nongmaikhong Makha Leikai in Bishnupur District, on April 3. He revealed that he is actively involved in recruitment, tax collection and extortion for the outfit from Nongmaikhong area. The team also recovered three Lethod shells and one .60mm mortar bomb based on information provided by him.
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April - 3 
Security Forces (SFs) killed a ‘district commander’ of Hizbul Mujahideen (HM), identified as Tariq Hussain alias Abu Zaid of Dara Chapra of Doda District, at Thama Keller area of Shopian District on April 3, reports Daily Excelsior. A cache of arms a
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Security Forces (SFs) killed a ‘district commander’ of Hizbul Mujahideen (HM), identified as Tariq Hussain alias Abu Zaid of Dara Chapra of Doda District, at Thama Keller area of Shopian District on April 3, reports Daily Excelsior. A cache of arms and explosives including one AK-56 Rifle, three magazines and 88 live rounds of ammunition have been recovered from his possession.
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April - 3 
SFs recovered a cache of arms and ammunition from a forest area in Mahore tehsil (revenue unit) of Reasi District, reports Kashmir Times. The recovered arms and ammunition includes seven rounds of Under-Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL), five magazines
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SFs recovered a cache of arms and ammunition from a forest area in Mahore tehsil (revenue unit) of Reasi District, reports Kashmir Times. The recovered arms and ammunition includes seven rounds of Under-Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL), five magazines of Light Machine Gun (LMG), five rifle magazines, five radio sets, 10 pencil cells and pocket diaries. However, no arrests have been made so far in this regard.
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April - 3 
The Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain, General Officer Commanding of Srinagar based 15 Corps, said on April 3 that the presence of Army in the Valley is needed as there is an "existential" border threat, even as he ruled out a military solution to
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The Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain, General Officer Commanding of Srinagar based 15 Corps, said on April 3 that the presence of Army in the Valley is needed as there is an "existential" border threat, even as he ruled out a military solution to Kashmir issue, reports Daily Excelsior. He further said that camps across the Line of Control (LoC) are active and filled with militants who will try to infiltrate once the snow melts in the mountains.
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April - 3 
A Daily Times report said that target killing spree claimed the lives of 160 persons in Karachi in March 2011. The target killings started on the strike day announced by ruling Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) against the dismissal of a high up on the d
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A Daily Times report said that target killing spree claimed the lives of 160 persons in Karachi in March 2011. The target killings started on the strike day announced by ruling Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) against the dismissal of a high up on the directives of the Supreme Court of Pakistan.
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April - 3 
At least 41 persons were killed and more than 100 injured when two suicide bombers blew themselves up outside the shrine of Sufi saint Ahmed Sultan, popularly known as Sakhi Sarwar, in Dera Ghazi Khan District of Punjab on April 3, reports Daily Time
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At least 41 persons were killed and more than 100 injured when two suicide bombers blew themselves up outside the shrine of Sufi saint Ahmed Sultan, popularly known as Sakhi Sarwar, in Dera Ghazi Khan District of Punjab on April 3, reports Daily Times. Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility for the suicide bombings. “Our men carried out these attacks and we will carry out more in retaliation for Government operations against our people in the northwest,” TTP spokesman Ehsanullah Ehsan said.
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April - 3 
Security Forces (SFs) killed seven Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) militants through gunship helicopter shelling in the Tirah Valley of Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 3, reports The Express Tribune.
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Security Forces (SFs) killed seven Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) militants through gunship helicopter shelling in the Tirah Valley of Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 3, reports The Express Tribune.
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April - 3 
Ten Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants, including five top ranking ‘commanders’, were killed during an encounter Security Forces (SFs) in Tor Chapar village of Darra Adamkhel in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 3, reports Dawn. The slain ‘commande
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Ten Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants, including five top ranking ‘commanders’, were killed during an encounter Security Forces (SFs) in Tor Chapar village of Darra Adamkhel in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 3, reports Dawn. The slain ‘commanders’ were identified as Qari Ikramullah, ‘second in command’ of TTP Amir for Darra Adamkhel and Khyber Agency; Sarfraz Ayubi, Qari Mubeen, Qari Javed and Abdul Manan.
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April - 3 
The Crime Investigation Department (CID) claimed to have arrested a Lashkar-e-Balochistan (LeB) militant Abdul Qadir Kalmati alias Raketi while he was planting explosives at the Garden Police Headquarters in Karachi, reports Express Tribune. A raid a
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The Crime Investigation Department (CID) claimed to have arrested a Lashkar-e-Balochistan (LeB) militant Abdul Qadir Kalmati alias Raketi while he was planting explosives at the Garden Police Headquarters in Karachi, reports Express Tribune. A raid at a place near the Kathore Mor led the Police to the goldmine of weapons, where they found 107 dynamite sticks, four electronic detonators, an anti-tank mine, a BM rocket and 10 remote-control switches. LeB was held responsible for the earlier attacks at Police Stations in the city. “We have also found a hit list,” the Police chief revealed, adding, “Their next targets were famous personalities, higher officials in the Police, the Government as well as sensitive installations.” Kalmati confessed that his outfit is also funded by a “foreign country”. However, that country’s name was not disclosed.
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The death toll in April 3 Sakhi Sarwar shrine blasts rose to 49 when eight of the injured died at the Dera Ghazi Khan District Head Quarter Hospital in Punjab on April 4, reports Dawn.
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The death toll in April 3 Sakhi Sarwar shrine blasts rose to 49 when eight of the injured died at the Dera Ghazi Khan District Head Quarter Hospital in Punjab on April 4, reports Dawn.
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April - 3 
The factional clash between Mangal Bagh-led LI volunteers and their opposition force, led by commander Toti Khan turns a new turn when the Ansarul Islam joined the Zakha Khel tribe’s militants in Mira Kholey. Earlier on April 2, it was reported that
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The factional clash between Mangal Bagh-led LI volunteers and their opposition force, led by commander Toti Khan turns a new turn when the Ansarul Islam joined the Zakha Khel tribe’s militants in Mira Kholey. Earlier on April 2, it was reported that four militants, including LI opposition force ‘commander’ identified as Toti Khan, were killed. Toti Khan belongs to Zakha Khel tribe. Ansarul Islam militants attacked a secret jail of Lashkar-e-Islam and rescued 20 persons who had been abducted by LI from Peshawar and Khyber Agency for ransom. Clashes between the two militants groups were reported in other parts of the Khyber Agency as well. The clashes between the Zakhakhel tribe and the LI begun after the LI killed Maulana Muhammad Hashim, a tribe member. The tribe is demanding that LI hand over those militants who were responsible for the abduction and subsequent killing of Maulana Hashim.
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April - 3 
The voluntary repatriation of internally displaced families from the conflict-hit Bajaur and Mohmand Agency will start from April 11, reports Dawn. The FATA Disaster Management Authority said that the programme of voluntary return would continue till
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The voluntary repatriation of internally displaced families from the conflict-hit Bajaur and Mohmand Agency will start from April 11, reports Dawn. The FATA Disaster Management Authority said that the programme of voluntary return would continue till May 20. However, officials said that none of the internally displaced persons (IDPs) would be forced to leave the camps, set up for them in Jalozai and Risalpur. Presently around 15,000 IDP families have been residing in these camps. The plan of voluntary repatriation is also applicable to around 65,000 displaced families living off-camps. “The return of these IDPs will be in accordance with international standards, which does not allow forced return,” said Allah Dad Khan, in-charge of Jalozai camp, situated around 10 kilometres off the G.T. Road from Pabbi town. Further, the Director General of FATA Disaster Management Authority, Arshad Khan, also said that they had finalised arrangements so that all Bajaur and Mohmand IDPs, who left their homes as a result of operation against militants in their respective areas, could go back with honour and respect. According to FATA Disaster Management Authority, the number of displaced families from Bajaur Agency are 50,000 whereas the displaced families from Mohmand Agency are over 30, 800. The IDPs living off-camps include 37,000 families from Bajaur and around 29,000 families from Mohmand. Mr Allah Dad said that Jalozai camp, the largest of all, housed over 13,000 displaced families from Bajaur and over 1,500 families from Mohmand Agency. The same camp also provides shelter to over 4,000 families belonging to Bara, Khyber Agency, but so far that area had not been cleared by the SFs and no returning plan has been announced for them.
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April - 3 
Three dead bodies of Baloch Republican Party (BRP) leaders were found in Pash-Bogi area, 30 kilometres off Dera Bugti District on April 3, reported Dawn. The dead bodies were identified as Khatiran Bugti, Ghulam Qadir and Pir Jan.
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Three dead bodies of Baloch Republican Party (BRP) leaders were found in Pash-Bogi area, 30 kilometres off Dera Bugti District on April 3, reported Dawn. The dead bodies were identified as Khatiran Bugti, Ghulam Qadir and Pir Jan.
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April - 3 
Two accomplices of suicide bombers were arrested. The detainees included a suspected suicide bomber identified as Fida Hussain, a 15 year-old Afghan refugee from Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA).
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Two accomplices of suicide bombers were arrested. The detainees included a suspected suicide bomber identified as Fida Hussain, a 15 year-old Afghan refugee from Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA).
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April - 3 
Two persons, including an activist of the Awami National Party (ANP) and the younger brother of Sunni Tehreek (ST) activist were killed in Karachi on April 3, reports Daily Times. Police found body of ANP local leader Nasarullah Niazi in a gunny bag
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Two persons, including an activist of the Awami National Party (ANP) and the younger brother of Sunni Tehreek (ST) activist were killed in Karachi on April 3, reports Daily Times. Police found body of ANP local leader Nasarullah Niazi in a gunny bag from Bihar Colony, Lyari, within the limits of Chakiwara Police Station. The body of Naveed Anjum, the younger brother of a local leader of ST was found from a garbage drum near Ship Owner College in the limits of Sharah Noor Jahan Police Station.
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April - 3 
Former Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal on April 3 said that the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) is not serious to write the new constitution on time, reports Nepal News. He accused the Maoists of lingering and making various pretex
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Former Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal on April 3 said that the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) is not serious to write the new constitution on time, reports Nepal News. He accused the Maoists of lingering and making various pretexts as they do not want to issue a new constitution. The Maoist chairman’s decision to back-out from the sub-committee under the Constitutional Committee shows that the Maoists are not serious in making the constitution, he said, adding, the UCPN-M must be further pressured to ensure peace and timely statute. President Ram Baran Yadav opined it is not a good idea to endorse the new constitution by a two-third majority without taking the opposition parties - Nepali Congress and the Madhesh based parties - into confidence. He said a consensus among four power groups in the Constituent Assembly (CA) – UCPN-M, Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML), Nepali Congress and the Madhesh based parties – is must for stability and sustainable peace. Although there is a provision to endorse the statute by two-third majority such statute will not ensure peace and sustainability, said President Yadav, adding, only a statute with consent from the four power groups will be sustainable.
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April - 3 
The Maoist Standing Committee (SC) has taken positively the Nepal Army proposal to form a separate directorate comprising a proportional number of Maoist combatants and personnel from other security agencies for the integration of Peoples Liberation
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The Maoist Standing Committee (SC) has taken positively the Nepal Army proposal to form a separate directorate comprising a proportional number of Maoist combatants and personnel from other security agencies for the integration of Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) combatants, according to Kantipuronline. As reported earlier, the Army had briefed Prime Minister Jhala Nath Khanal on its proposal to form a separate entity within the Army comprising 50 percent former Maoist combatants and 50 percent personnel from the existing Security Forces. The Army proposes that the new directorate be named the ‘Office of the Director General of Security and National Development’ and that it be responsible for disaster relief operations, infrastructure development and road construction, industrial security and nature conservation. The Army has also said that the directorate, with a strength of 10-12,000 personnel, could also be used for border security if the Government so decides. Himalayan Times reports that the UCPN-M launched its People’s Volunteers in the Valley despite internal conflicts. With the party’s decision to launch a concentrated group of youths, the People’s Volunteers Mobilisation Bureau (PVMB) made public the volunteers in different parts of the country. People’s Volunteers would is to create pressure for peace and constitution, and also serve the people and begin production and construction work besides providing security to people.
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April - 3 
43 jawans (troopers) of 34th Battalion under Rangpur Sector of BGB were sentenced on April 3 to jail terms for their involvement in the mutiny in 2009 by the Special Court-13 headed by Dinajpur Sector Commander Colonel Mohammad Saleh Ahmad.
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43 jawans (troopers) of 34th Battalion under Rangpur Sector of BGB were sentenced on April 3 to jail terms for their involvement in the mutiny in 2009 by the Special Court-13 headed by Dinajpur Sector Commander Colonel Mohammad Saleh Ahmad.
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April - 3 
Four prosecution witnesses on March 3 gave depositions against 49 suspected accused of Border Guard Security Unit (BGSU). Director General (DG) of Boarder Guard Bangladesh (BGB) Major General Mohammad Rafiqul Islam presided over the Special Court-7,
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Four prosecution witnesses on March 3 gave depositions against 49 suspected accused of Border Guard Security Unit (BGSU). Director General (DG) of Boarder Guard Bangladesh (BGB) Major General Mohammad Rafiqul Islam presided over the Special Court-7, set up at the entertainment centre of 13th BGB to try the 113 alleged mutineers of BGSU.
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April - 3 
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) sought 45 days more from a Dhaka Court on March 3 to complete further investigation into one of the two cases filed for the August 21 grenade attack on an Awami League (AL) rally in 2004, reports Daily Star
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The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) sought 45 days more from a Dhaka Court on March 3 to complete further investigation into one of the two cases filed for the August 21 grenade attack on an Awami League (AL) rally in 2004, reports Daily Star. The court will hear the petition on April 4 that sought time for the probe into the case filed under Explosive Substances Act. In the forwarding report of April 3, the officials said Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami (HuJI) ‘leader’ Abdur Rouf was earlier shown arrested and remanded for nine days in the case. During the remand, Rouf gave important information about supplying the grenades used in the attacks. Moreover, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs requested the Pakistan Government to arrest another HuJI ‘leader’ Maulana Tajuddin, brother of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader Abdus Salam Pintu.
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April - 3 
The Special Court-11, set up at the BGB Darbar Hall in Dhaka, is trying 675 mutineers of 44th Border Guard Battalion presided by Colonel Iftekharuddin Mahmud. Both the courts have been adjourned till 9am of April 5.
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The Special Court-11, set up at the BGB Darbar Hall in Dhaka, is trying 675 mutineers of 44th Border Guard Battalion presided by Colonel Iftekharuddin Mahmud. Both the courts have been adjourned till 9am of April 5.
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April - 3 
De-mining groups recovered 211 APMs, two Rocket Propeller Grenades (RPG), one 82 mm mortar bomb and 11 electric mines from Navatkulam, Mahilankulam, Periyathampanai, Palampiddi, Sinnapandivirichchan, Periyapandivirichchan, Monarawewa and Maruthamadu
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De-mining groups recovered 211 APMs, two Rocket Propeller Grenades (RPG), one 82 mm mortar bomb and 11 electric mines from Navatkulam, Mahilankulam, Periyathampanai, Palampiddi, Sinnapandivirichchan, Periyapandivirichchan, Monarawewa and Maruthamadu areas.
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April - 3 
Police recovered 23 fiberglass boats belonging to the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in Mankulam town in Vavuniya District of Northern Sri Lanka on April 3, according to Colombo Page.
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Police recovered 23 fiberglass boats belonging to the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in Mankulam town in Vavuniya District of Northern Sri Lanka on April 3, according to Colombo Page.
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April - 3 
Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Tachchaadappan and Monarawewa areas in the North recovered 24 81-mm mortar bombs and 15 Anti Personnel Mines (APMs) April 3.
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Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Tachchaadappan and Monarawewa areas in the North recovered 24 81-mm mortar bombs and 15 Anti Personnel Mines (APMs) April 3.
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April - 4 
171 activists of CPI-Maoist-backed Chasi Mulia Adivasi Sangha (CMAS) lodged in Koraput jail have started hunger strike from April 4 demanding their release, reports The Hindu. These imprisoned CMAS activists have taken up this agitation under leaders
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171 activists of CPI-Maoist-backed Chasi Mulia Adivasi Sangha (CMAS) lodged in Koraput jail have started hunger strike from April 4 demanding their release, reports The Hindu. These imprisoned CMAS activists have taken up this agitation under leadership of spokesperson of the outfit Tapan Mishra. They alleged that they were lodged in jail since past two years and they were victims of lingering judicial process. Moreover they also pointed out that their release was among the 14 points in the agreements reached between the State Government and the Maoists for the release of abducted Malkangiri District Collector R. Vineel Krishna and Junior Engineer Pavitra Majhi in the month of February. Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Prisons Dharanidhar Das confirmed that these under-trial prisoners were continuing their hunger strike despite attempts of jail officials to motivate them to call off the hunger strike.
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April - 4 
A total of 38 armed cadres of the Khaplang group of the NSCN, NSCN-K, and the ‘Federal Government of Nagaland (Singnya)’ who returned to the NSCN-IM were also felicitated on April 4, states Telegraph. Delivering the welcome address, Rh. Raising, ‘kil
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A total of 38 armed cadres of the Khaplang group of the NSCN, NSCN-K, and the ‘Federal Government of Nagaland (Singnya)’ who returned to the NSCN-IM were also felicitated on April 4, states Telegraph. Delivering the welcome address, Rh. Raising, ‘kilo kilonser’ (‘home minister’) expressed happiness for the right step taken by them. Speaking on behalf of the ‘home comers’, Kiyekhu Awomi, a senior member of the Khaplang group said, “We do admit our misadventure as we were misinformed and misled. In Khaplang’s Khehoi Camp we see no future, no political vision and no system of governance.” He alleged that members of Khaplang faction only indulged in amassing wealth for individuals. According to them, with no future prospect for the Naga nation, they had left Khehoi camp and came to serve the “nation” under the leadership of NSCN-IM.
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April - 4 
Deccan Herald reports that the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) assaulted and injured five labourers and set ablaze two road construction machines of a private firm at Kanaudha village in Aurangabad District on April 4. Over
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Deccan Herald reports that the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) assaulted and injured five labourers and set ablaze two road construction machines of a private firm at Kanaudha village in Aurangabad District on April 4. Over 25 Maoist cadres raided the village and assaulted the labourers and injured them. The Maoists, demanded money from the owner of the company failing to which they set ablaze its machines used in construction of road under Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY, Prime Minister’s Village Road Construction Scheme) besides some furniture at the work site, the Police said.
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April - 4 
Pakistan-based terror group Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) had managed to get forged passes issued to journalists and sponsors for the World Cup final at Mumbai’s Wankhede stadium, according to Daily Excelsior. Sources said as per the security plans, anti-air
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Pakistan-based terror group Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) had managed to get forged passes issued to journalists and sponsors for the World Cup final at Mumbai’s Wankhede stadium, according to Daily Excelsior. Sources said as per the security plans, anti-aircraft guns were strategically put in place. A sizable number of National Security Guard (NSG) commandos and around 400 Central Paramilitary Personnel assisted Mumbai Police to ensure foolproof security. All air bases near Mumbai, Indian Navy and Coast Guard were put on high alert to ensure security in the air and sea during the match. Quick Reaction Teams and women personnel of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) were also stationed at vital locations in and around the stadium to respond to any exigency.
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April - 4 
Sangai Express reports on April 5 that National Socialist Council of Nagaland--Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) ‘Chairman’ Isak Chisi Swu has expressed optimism that there would be a “positive outcome in the ensuing talks” between the outfit and New Delhi. On A
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Sangai Express reports on April 5 that National Socialist Council of Nagaland--Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) ‘Chairman’ Isak Chisi Swu has expressed optimism that there would be a “positive outcome in the ensuing talks” between the outfit and New Delhi. On April 4, Isak Chisi Swu had convened the “joint council meeting” of the outfit at camp Hebron and briefed on the present status of the talks. The NSCN-IM leader said that the talks will bear fruits soon. NSCN-IM and the Government of India will hold another round of talks within this month. NSCN-IM ‘General Secretary’ Th. Muivah had left Dimapur for New Delhi to prepare for the talks. Isak Swu was supposed to leave Dimapur on April 5. A month ago, Isak arrived in New Delhi from the Philippines to participate in the talks with the Government of India. After that round of holding dialogue, both Muivah and Swu had come to Nagaland to participate in the ‘highest level meeting’ of the Naga reconciliation. However, the programme could not take place due to the sudden reviewing of decision by the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K).
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April - 4 
Sangai Express reports that a Reliance Base Transceiver Station (BTS) mobile tower caretaker Oinam Borbabu (35) of Wangkhei Wangkheimayum Leirak in Imphal East District was shot dead on April 4 at his house by an unidentified militant in front of his
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Sangai Express reports that a Reliance Base Transceiver Station (BTS) mobile tower caretaker Oinam Borbabu (35) of Wangkhei Wangkheimayum Leirak in Imphal East District was shot dead on April 4 at his house by an unidentified militant in front of his wife and son. Earlier, in the night of March 18 also, Borbabu was attacked by unidentified men.
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April - 4 
Sentinel reports that 87 militants of Karbi Longri NC Hills National Liberation Front (KLNLF) exercised their franchise for the first time in 15 years. As per directive of the Election Commission of India, the KLNLF militants staying in designated ca
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Sentinel reports that 87 militants of Karbi Longri NC Hills National Liberation Front (KLNLF) exercised their franchise for the first time in 15 years. As per directive of the Election Commission of India, the KLNLF militants staying in designated camps were provided facility to cast their votes. The Assam Election Commission notified that the ex-militants lodged in the designated camps in Assam and having their names in the electoral rolls would be entitled to vote through postal ballots.
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April - 4 
Sify.com reports that three bags carrying 5,000 detonators were recovered by the Police from Jamtara District on April 4. According to the Police, three youths were spotted carrying the bags at Jamtara railway station, some 450 kilometres from Ranchi
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Sify.com reports that three bags carrying 5,000 detonators were recovered by the Police from Jamtara District on April 4. According to the Police, three youths were spotted carrying the bags at Jamtara railway station, some 450 kilometres from Ranchi. Suspecting something amiss, the Police personnel approached the youths, but they fled, leaving their bags behind. The three had deboarded the Patliputra Express train. “It appears the explosives were meant to be supplied to Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist). Off late, Jamtara has emerged as a hub for the Maoists,” a Police Officer told IANS
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April - 4 
The Hindu reports that suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a State Government employee and an activist of the ruling Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) near Jhargram in West Midnapore District on April 4.
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The Hindu reports that suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a State Government employee and an activist of the ruling Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) near Jhargram in West Midnapore District on April 4. Mahato, a resident of Birihari village of Jhargram block, was posted at Jhargram. According to Superintendent of Police (SP) of Jhargram Police District, Pravin Tripathi, unidentified assailants pulled out Gagan Mahato (42) from the vehicle he was travelling on to his office in Jhargram town and fired at point-blank range. The Maoists are suspected to be behind the killing as they are trying to create an atmosphere of fear among people ahead of the Assembly elections,” the SP said.
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April - 4 
The Police has clarified that the two engineers identified as Jitendra Kumar Singh and Mukesh Yadav killed in Latehar District on March 24 was the handiwork of the workers at the Abhijeet Group power plant site in the State and not of the Maoists, re
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The Police has clarified that the two engineers identified as Jitendra Kumar Singh and Mukesh Yadav killed in Latehar District on March 24 was the handiwork of the workers at the Abhijeet Group power plant site in the State and not of the Maoists, reports Times of India. "The case has been solved and it is apparent that it was the conspiracy of some workers at the Abhijeet Group site itself. The gang has been arrested and the role of Maoists has been ruled out," said Latehar Superintendent of Police, Kuldeep Dehvli. "It seems that the miscreants wanted to extract ransom from their families,” he said. Dehvli said that the Maoists took advantage of the entire incident and ambushed the Police party sent to rescue the victims.
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The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) trooper, who went missing after militants attacked a joint team of the Army and SSB jawans at Lalbita in Kokrajhar District on April 4, resurfaced in a forest village in Nalbari District on April 6, reports Telegraph. Th
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The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) trooper, who went missing after militants attacked a joint team of the Army and SSB jawans at Lalbita in Kokrajhar District on April 4, resurfaced in a forest village in Nalbari District on April 6, reports Telegraph. The trooper, identified as Radheshyam Yadav, was untraceable since the attack by suspected militants of the Anti-talk Faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-ATF) on the joint team, in which two SSB personnel, identified as Bhagat Prasad and Subash, were killed.
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April - 4 
Two Security Forces (SFs) were killed and another two injured by militants of the Anti-Talks faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-ATF) in Kokrajhar District on April 4, reports Telegraph. This is the second such incident within a mo
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Two Security Forces (SFs) were killed and another two injured by militants of the Anti-Talks faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-ATF) in Kokrajhar District on April 4, reports Telegraph. This is the second such incident within a month. As reported earlier, on March 14, eight Border Security Forces (BSF) personnel were killed and another eight injured in an ambush by militants at Ultapani reserve forest bordering Bhutan in Kokrajhar District.
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April - 4 
Unidentified armed militants left a hand grenade near a BTS tower installed near the Lambal Mayai Leikai residential gate of Thokchom Inaocha (42), an Executive Engineer (EE) in Minor Irrigation Department, in Imphal West District on April 4 as some
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Unidentified armed militants left a hand grenade near a BTS tower installed near the Lambal Mayai Leikai residential gate of Thokchom Inaocha (42), an Executive Engineer (EE) in Minor Irrigation Department, in Imphal West District on April 4 as some sort of a warning. Further, police also retrieved another hand grenade which was found lying near the Wangkhei Ningthem Pukhr Mapal residence of Maibam Joychandra (60), also an EE in Division-III (Imphal East & Imphal West) of Minor Irrigation Department.
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April - 4 
Voting for the first phase of Assembly elections in Assam was completed on April 4 with an estimated 70 percent polling recorded, reports Assam Tribune. Voting ended in 13 Districts of the State, where polling was held in 62 of the 126 Assembly seats
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Voting for the first phase of Assembly elections in Assam was completed on April 4 with an estimated 70 percent polling recorded, reports Assam Tribune. Voting ended in 13 Districts of the State, where polling was held in 62 of the 126 Assembly seats.
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April - 4 
A teenage suicide bomber killed an anti-Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) lashkar (militia) leader, Muhammad Akbar (55), and seven other persons near a bus terminal in the Jandol town of Lower Dir District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 4, reports Dai
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A teenage suicide bomber killed an anti-Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) lashkar (militia) leader, Muhammad Akbar (55), and seven other persons near a bus terminal in the Jandol town of Lower Dir District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 4, reports Daily Times. Sources said that the suicide bomber blew himself up at a car showroom near the bus terminal. “We have found the head of the bomber. He appears to be a teenager, a 15 to 16-year-old boy,” said Dir District Police Chief Saleem Marwat.
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April - 4 
Al Qaeda and its affiliated militant outfits based in tribal belts of Pakistan are grooming alternative leaders and splitting into small cells to confuse counter-terror agencies and to survive in the face of sudden fatalities, The Express Tribune quo
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Al Qaeda and its affiliated militant outfits based in tribal belts of Pakistan are grooming alternative leaders and splitting into small cells to confuse counter-terror agencies and to survive in the face of sudden fatalities, The Express Tribune quoting intelligence officials in Islamabad and associates of the outfit in South and North Waziristan Agencies reported on April 5. The outfits, including the Haqqani network, have been following this pattern for some time and "unusual changes" are expected in months to come. The Afghan Taliban led by Maulana Sirajuddin Haqqani and his father Maulana Jalaluddin Haqqani, supposedly the strongest of al-Qaida’s partners, might be promoting a new leader to undertake the outfit's operational and organisational activities, the report added.
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April - 4 
Al Qaeda-affiliated outfit based in the same region and led by veteran militant leader Ilyas Kashmiri too is in the process of creating several small cells to cause confusion and for the division of labour. The Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami (HuJI) was co
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Al Qaeda-affiliated outfit based in the same region and led by veteran militant leader Ilyas Kashmiri too is in the process of creating several small cells to cause confusion and for the division of labour. The Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami (HuJI) was converted to al Qaeda’s 313 Brigade and then renamed as Lashkar-e-Zil.
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April - 4 
Dushmankhel tribe chief, Sardar Amanuddin Mehsood, was killed in Wana, the head quarter of South Waziristan Agency, in Federally Administrated Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 4, reports Daily Times. According to sources, unidentified militants had abduc
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Dushmankhel tribe chief, Sardar Amanuddin Mehsood, was killed in Wana, the head quarter of South Waziristan Agency, in Federally Administrated Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 4, reports Daily Times. According to sources, unidentified militants had abducted him two months ago and his body was found near the Shewkai Narai area of Wana on April 4. However, no one has claimed responsibility for the murder so far but the multiple injuries on Sardar Amanuddin Mehsood body depicts that he was tortured to death.
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April - 4 
Intelligence agencies arrested three persons, identified as Mati Jan Afghan, Abdullah and Ustad Fasehullah, in connection with the Dera Ghazi Khan Sakhi Sarwar twin suicide blasts from Chakri Interchange in Rawalpindi. All three of them suspected to
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Intelligence agencies arrested three persons, identified as Mati Jan Afghan, Abdullah and Ustad Fasehullah, in connection with the Dera Ghazi Khan Sakhi Sarwar twin suicide blasts from Chakri Interchange in Rawalpindi. All three of them suspected to be linked with Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).
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April - 4 
Two workers of the Ahle Sunnat Wal Jamaat (ASWJ), formerly known as Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP), were shot dead near Liaquatabad underpass in the limits of the Liaquatabad Police Station of Karachi on April 4, reports Daily Times. The slain activis
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Two workers of the Ahle Sunnat Wal Jamaat (ASWJ), formerly known as Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP), were shot dead near Liaquatabad underpass in the limits of the Liaquatabad Police Station of Karachi on April 4, reports Daily Times. The slain activists were identified Abu Hashim (28) and Zubair.
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April - 4 
‘Military-in-charge’ of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) and Minister for Peace and Reconstruction, Barshaman Pun, said the integration model proposed by Nepal Army (NA) is positive, according to Nepal News. The integration model
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‘Military-in-charge’ of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) and Minister for Peace and Reconstruction, Barshaman Pun, said the integration model proposed by Nepal Army (NA) is positive, according to Nepal News. The integration model is positive, said Pun, adding, it can be implemented after determining the integration process, number to be integrated and criteria for rank determination. Pun also said he is consulting various donor agencies for support in developing suitable rehabilitation package for combatants who do not want to join the Security Forces (SFs). Pun is also a member of the Army Integration Special Committee (AISC) from the UCPN-M. Another AISC member, Ram Sharan Mahat, said his party is not against the model proposed by NA and that a final decision could be taken at the AISC based on political consensus. Mahat represents Nepali Congress (NC) at the AISC. Kantipuronline reports that after the completion of their two-day Standing Committee (SC) meeting on April 3, the Maoist top brass stood together to announce that the party wouldn’t split. The SC meet called to discuss the intra-party rift.
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April - 4 
CPN-UML senior leader Madhav Kumar Nepal accused the UCPN-M of running a business of sorts in the name of its combatants. Nepal argued that the 19,000 combatants have been receiving only half of NR 160 million monthly allocation meant for them. Nepal
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CPN-UML senior leader Madhav Kumar Nepal accused the UCPN-M of running a business of sorts in the name of its combatants. Nepal argued that the 19,000 combatants have been receiving only half of NR 160 million monthly allocation meant for them. Nepal also appealed to the UCPN-Maoist to turn itself into a civilian party forsaking the politics of coercion and intimidation.
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April - 4 
Nepal is going to be declared a mine-free country by mid-June this year, reports Kantipuronline. Four platoons of Nepal Army (NA) with the help of United Nations Mine Action Team (UNMAT) have cleared 45 of the 53 mine fields and plan to clear the rem
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Nepal is going to be declared a mine-free country by mid-June this year, reports Kantipuronline. Four platoons of Nepal Army (NA) with the help of United Nations Mine Action Team (UNMAT) have cleared 45 of the 53 mine fields and plan to clear the remaining mines by mid-June 2011. Among the places where NA is working to clear the mine fields are Aitabare of Ilam, Liwang of Rolpa, Chawang of Pyuthan and Simkhaka of Salyan. In some places the work is yet to start. These include Sillot of Panchthar, Murtidanda of Ilam, Khara of Rukum and Phulchoki of Lalitpur. UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator Robert Piper said that UNMAT and the NA will hold a celebration on June 14 to mark the day. During the conflict, NA had reportedly planted 53 minefields, while more than 300 improvised explosive devices (IED) were planted by NA, Nepal Police and Armed Police Force Combined. The UNMAT in coordination with the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (CPN-M) and United Nations Mission in Nepal (UNMIN) counterparts is reported to have carried out the demolition of all items in recorded stockpiles of IEDs — a total of 52617 — and other explosive items at all the seven Maoist cantonments. Around 300 people are said to have lost their lives due to mines and explosive remnants after the signing of the Comprehensive Peace Accord in 2006.
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April - 4 
Prime Minister (PM) Jhalanath Khanal on April 4 said that the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) has more responsibility than other political parties for integration and rehabilitation of their combatants, reports Nepal News. Speaking a
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Prime Minister (PM) Jhalanath Khanal on April 4 said that the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) has more responsibility than other political parties for integration and rehabilitation of their combatants, reports Nepal News. Speaking at a programme, PM Khanal stressed that other parties should also make positive efforts in this regard. Stating that time for drafting the Constitution is less than two months, he also said the peace process and statute drafting would reach a conclusion within 50 days if the ongoing efforts go smoothly. “The ongoing peace process and statute drafting process are equally important although at the moment, we have to give the priority to peace process than statute drafting,” he said. PM Khanal also stressed that past agreements must be implemented properly for the logical conclusion of peace process and statute drafting in time and urged the Maoists to do their bit for the two main tasks. Speaking at the same programme, Nepali Congress (NC) president Sushil Koirala accused the ruling UCPN-M of creating the terror by forming one organisation or the other rather than cooperating to conclude the peace process.
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April - 4 
A Dhaka Court warned the investigation officer (IO) of the August 21 grenade attack case for the second time on April 4 for delaying the probe, and asked him to submit the report by April 20, reports Daily Star. With this, the Criminal Investigation
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A Dhaka Court warned the investigation officer (IO) of the August 21 grenade attack case for the second time on April 4 for delaying the probe, and asked him to submit the report by April 20, reports Daily Star. With this, the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) got 20 months and 15 days in eight phases for further investigation of the case filed under Explosive Substances Act.
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April - 4 
Hearing on charge framing against 57 mutineers of 2nd Battalion of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) began at the Special Court-13 in Dinajpur on April 4. Court sources said the hearing will continue until April 6. In the Khagrachhari Case, arguments bet
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Hearing on charge framing against 57 mutineers of 2nd Battalion of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) began at the Special Court-13 in Dinajpur on April 4. Court sources said the hearing will continue until April 6. In the Khagrachhari Case, arguments between the prosecution witnesses and 71 accused for mutiny at 30th Battalion will be held at the Special Court-15 on April 5. Of the accused, 11 confessed to their involvement in the mutiny at the Battalion Headquarters on February 26, 2009 and begged for mercy while the rest claimed innocence.
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April - 4 
De-mining groups recovered 252 Anti-Personnel Mines (APMs), three Rocket Propeller Grenades (RPG), five hand grenades, one anti tank mine, one 152-mm artillery shell and nine electric mines from Thampanaikulam, Navatkulam, Mahilankulam, Sinnapandivir
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De-mining groups recovered 252 Anti-Personnel Mines (APMs), three Rocket Propeller Grenades (RPG), five hand grenades, one anti tank mine, one 152-mm artillery shell and nine electric mines from Thampanaikulam, Navatkulam, Mahilankulam, Sinnapandivirichchan, Periyapandivirichchan, Kokkutuduwai, Adampan and Maruthamadu areas.
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April - 4 
Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Maligai, Monarawewa and Kokkutuduwai areas in the North recovered 18 Anti Personnel Mines (APMs) on April 4.
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Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Maligai, Monarawewa and Kokkutuduwai areas in the North recovered 18 Anti Personnel Mines (APMs) on April 4.
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April - 4 
The conference of the Police chiefs from countries of South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) begins in Colombo on April 4 (today), reports Colombo Page. The conference will be held at Colombo Intercontinental Hotel under the patrona
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The conference of the Police chiefs from countries of South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) begins in Colombo on April 4 (today), reports Colombo Page. The conference will be held at Colombo Intercontinental Hotel under the patronage of the Secretary of the Ministry of Defense Gotabhaya Rajapaksa. This is the ninth conference of the Police chiefs of the South Asian region. The officials will discuss issues relating to terrorism, drug peddling, and gun running and other trans-border crimes that have plagued the region. Police chiefs of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, the Maldives, Nepal, India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka will participate in the conference that will be held on April 4 and 5.
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April - 4 
Top Police officers from the SAARC countries discussed terrorism and drug traffic-related problems in the region, among other policing issues, at a two-day conference in Colombo, The Hindu reported on April 5.
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Top Police officers from the SAARC countries discussed terrorism and drug traffic-related problems in the region, among other policing issues, at a two-day conference in Colombo, The Hindu reported on April 5.
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April - 4 
Troops in the East recovered seven APMs from Somawathiya and Punanai areas in Batticaloa District.
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Troops in the East recovered seven APMs from Somawathiya and Punanai areas in Batticaloa District.
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April - 5 
A ‘Divisional Commander’ of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), Sajad Ahmad Dar alias Bale Bale was killed by Security Forces (SFs) during an encounter at Dadsar-Tral in Pulwama District on April 5, reports Daily Excelsior. A Sub-Inspector of Police, Stazin Nor
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A ‘Divisional Commander’ of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), Sajad Ahmad Dar alias Bale Bale was killed by Security Forces (SFs) during an encounter at Dadsar-Tral in Pulwama District on April 5, reports Daily Excelsior. A Sub-Inspector of Police, Stazin Norboo and an Army jawan (trooper) were also killed in the encounter. A cache of arms and ammunition were recovered from the possession of the slain militant. As reported earlier, Dar was involved in the killing of a National Conference (NC) leader at Pinglish-Tral in the District on March 30.
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April - 5 
A hand grenade lobbed by unidentified militants exploded at Leimapokpam Awang Leikai residential compound of Oinam Inaoba, a contractor and son-in-law of Social Welfare and Minor Irrigation Minister N Loken in Imphal West District on April 5.
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A hand grenade lobbed by unidentified militants exploded at Leimapokpam Awang Leikai residential compound of Oinam Inaoba, a contractor and son-in-law of Social Welfare and Minor Irrigation Minister N Loken in Imphal West District on April 5.
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April - 5 
A hand grenade was hurled by unidentified armed militants at the residence of RK Chittaranjan, who is an Inspector in Taxation Department Haobam Marak Chingtham Leikai in Imphal west District on April 5.
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A hand grenade was hurled by unidentified armed militants at the residence of RK Chittaranjan, who is an Inspector in Taxation Department Haobam Marak Chingtham Leikai in Imphal west District on April 5.
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April - 5 
A NATO container driver, identified as Abdul Hameed, was injured when unidentified assailants opened fire on the container in Wadh area of Khuzdar District of Balochistan on April 5, reports Daily Times. According to sources, a NATO container carryin
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A NATO container driver, identified as Abdul Hameed, was injured when unidentified assailants opened fire on the container in Wadh area of Khuzdar District of Balochistan on April 5, reports Daily Times. According to sources, a NATO container carrying military hardware for NATO forces stationed in Afghanistan was on its way from Karachi to Chaman when unidentified armed men riding a motorcycle opened fire at the container on RCD Highway near Wadh area in Khuzdar District.
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April - 5 
A recent intelligence report sent to the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has warned that nearly half-a-dozen Maoists lodged in prison may pose a serious threat to the security of Motihari District jail, reports Telegraph. The East Champaran Supe
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A recent intelligence report sent to the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has warned that nearly half-a-dozen Maoists lodged in prison may pose a serious threat to the security of Motihari District jail, reports Telegraph. The East Champaran Superintendent of Police, Ganesh Kumar, has issued stern directions to all Station House Officers (SHOs) and asked them to keep a strict vigil in the areas. According to another intelligence report, the Maoists are contemplating the abduction of bureaucrats. The depot of Indian Oil Corporation at Raxaul town and other Government offices in the East Champaran District are also on the target of the Maoists, the report said. Deputy Inspector-General of Police (Champaran Range), Pankaj Darar said the Police are keeping a constant watch on the situation.
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April - 5 
A senior Police Officer, Pervaiz Ahmad, escaped unhurt when militants hurled a grenade at his vehicle near Islamia College in Hawal area of Srinagar city.
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A senior Police Officer, Pervaiz Ahmad, escaped unhurt when militants hurled a grenade at his vehicle near Islamia College in Hawal area of Srinagar city.
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April - 5 
Ahead of Panchayat (village level local self government institution) polls beginning from April 13, unknown assailants set ablaze a Panchayat building at Galoora Handwara in Kupwara District on April 5, according to Kashmir Times.
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Ahead of Panchayat (village level local self government institution) polls beginning from April 13, unknown assailants set ablaze a Panchayat building at Galoora Handwara in Kupwara District on April 5, according to Kashmir Times.
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April - 5 
Daily Excelsior reports that a number of the militants seeking return from Pakistan and Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) to Jammu and Kashmir after over two decades has crossed 800. After scrutiny, some of the applications have been sent to the Counte
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Daily Excelsior reports that a number of the militants seeking return from Pakistan and Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) to Jammu and Kashmir after over two decades has crossed 800. After scrutiny, some of the applications have been sent to the Counter Intelligence Department (CID) for further verification process. Almost all militancy infested districts have received applications from families of the militants on behalf of their kin expressing their desire to return to the State under Rehabilitation Policy of the Government. CID has compiled data of nearly 2500 to 3000 militants, who were holed-up in Pakistan and PoK for last eight to 20 years where they had gone for arms training. However, after completion of training, the stranded militants were unable to cross into this side due to surveillance on the Line of Control (LoC) as well as the International Border (IB) or other measures taken by the SFs. Under the Rehabilitation Policy of the Government, the militants, once cleared for return from all quarters, could come back through identified routes like Poonch-Rawlakote, Uri-Muzafarrabad, Wagah border and Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport, New Delhi. While scrutinising applications, Police authorities have also come across the details of some unlisted militants. The Rehabilitation Policy has helped in identification of some new militants to the Police.
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April - 5 
Police arrested two Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of HM, identified as Mudasir Nazir resident of Kachwa-Chandoosa and Abdul Hamid Mir resident of Kreeri Pattan, both in Baramulla District, reports Daily Excelsior. A former HM ‘commander’, Muhammad Ahsan
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Police arrested two Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of HM, identified as Mudasir Nazir resident of Kachwa-Chandoosa and Abdul Hamid Mir resident of Kreeri Pattan, both in Baramulla District, reports Daily Excelsior. A former HM ‘commander’, Muhammad Ahsan Dar of Check Sarai Pattan was also arrested along with these two, adds Kashmir Times.
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April - 5 
SFs arrested another cadre of Khaba faction of KCP-MC, identified as Chingakham Sur (25). Two assault rifles (G-3) and 20 live rounds were seized from the individual.
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SFs arrested another cadre of Khaba faction of KCP-MC, identified as Chingakham Sur (25). Two assault rifles (G-3) and 20 live rounds were seized from the individual.
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April - 5 
SFs arrested three overground workers of Kangleipak Communist Party - Military Council (KCP-MC) from Moirang Lamkhai, identified as one Mainul Haque alias Feroz (24), Wahengbam Keinahanbi (50) and Ningthoujam Rebecca Heman (27). Two live rounds of .9
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SFs arrested three overground workers of Kangleipak Communist Party - Military Council (KCP-MC) from Moirang Lamkhai, identified as one Mainul Haque alias Feroz (24), Wahengbam Keinahanbi (50) and Ningthoujam Rebecca Heman (27). Two live rounds of .9mm and one live round of 0.45 caliber were recovered from the arrestees. They revealed that they were active member of the outfit and involved in recruitment, extortion and supply arms and ammunitions.
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April - 5 
Telegraph reports that ULFA is preparing to celebrate its raising day (April 7) in a ‘grand way’ at its Kakopathar designated camp in Tinsukia District. Prabal Neog, a leader of ULFA’s Pro-Talks group said that it will be the first time that we will
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Telegraph reports that ULFA is preparing to celebrate its raising day (April 7) in a ‘grand way’ at its Kakopathar designated camp in Tinsukia District. Prabal Neog, a leader of ULFA’s Pro-Talks group said that it will be the first time that we will celebrate the raising day in such a grand way and with the people of Assam. He further added that all the leaders of ULFA’s ‘central executive’ barring Paresh Barua and Anup Chetia will attend the function.
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April - 5 
The Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants on April 5 killed five migrant coal miners and injured another at Goka coal dumping area South Garo Hills District, reports Shillong Times. Sources said that GNLA militants opened indiscriminate fire
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The Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants on April 5 killed five migrant coal miners and injured another at Goka coal dumping area South Garo Hills District, reports Shillong Times. Sources said that GNLA militants opened indiscriminate fire on the sleeping coal labourers killing five on the spot and injuring another. The slain persons were identified as Ram Badan Yadav (40) from Uttar Pradesh, Suha Gin (36) from Assam, Habibul (20) from Mancachar in Assam, Noor Muhammad (42) from Mahendraganj in West Garo Hills, Jamin (40) from Mancachar. The injured worker was identified as Rakib Miya (25) from Mancachar. "There has been recent movement of a group of militants from West Khasi Hills District into South Garo Hills and we are gathering the details," informed a security official.
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April - 5 
Times of India reports that a 14-year-old alleged stone-thrower was released from Kathua's Central Jail in Jammu on State Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's orders on April 5. Faizan Rafiq's arrest under Public Safety Act had provoked outrage across the
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Times of India reports that a 14-year-old alleged stone-thrower was released from Kathua's Central Jail in Jammu on State Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's orders on April 5. Faizan Rafiq's arrest under Public Safety Act had provoked outrage across the State.
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April - 5 
A farmer, Dilawar Khan, was killed when a rocket fired by militants at a military checkpost exploded in a field in Akhorwal area of Darra Adam Khel in Kohat District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 5, reports Dawn.
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A farmer, Dilawar Khan, was killed when a rocket fired by militants at a military checkpost exploded in a field in Akhorwal area of Darra Adam Khel in Kohat District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 5, reports Dawn.
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April - 5 
A NATO container driver, identified as Abdul Hameed, was injured when unidentified assailants opened fire on the container in Wadh area of Khuzdar District of Balochistan on April 5, reports Daily Times. According to sources, a NATO container carryin
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A NATO container driver, identified as Abdul Hameed, was injured when unidentified assailants opened fire on the container in Wadh area of Khuzdar District of Balochistan on April 5, reports Daily Times. According to sources, a NATO container carrying military hardware for NATO forces stationed in Afghanistan was on its way from Karachi to Chaman when unidentified armed men riding a motorcycle opened fire at the container on RCD Highway near Wadh area in Khuzdar District.
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April - 5 
A new White House Report warned on April 5 that Pakistan still has no clear path to triumph over insurgents, and said Afghanistan’s Taliban was turning more and more to soft civilian targets, reports Dawn. The semi-annual White House Report to Congre
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A new White House Report warned on April 5 that Pakistan still has no clear path to triumph over insurgents, and said Afghanistan’s Taliban was turning more and more to soft civilian targets, reports Dawn. The semi-annual White House Report to Congress is designed to judge progress or otherwise towards key objectives of the war in Afghanistan and operations against al Qaeda in Pakistan, now nearly a decade old. The report noted a deterioration of the situation in inhospitable Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) in northwest Pakistan alongside the Afghanistan border between January and March of 2011. It details an operation in Mohmand Agency and Bajaur Agency in the areas that started in January to clear insurgent strongholds —the third time in two years that the Pakistani army has attempted to complete the task. “What remains vexing is the lack of any indication of ‘hold’ and ‘build’ planning or staging efforts to complement ongoing clearing operations,” the report said. “As such there remains no clear path to defeating the insurgency in Pakistan, despite the unprecedented and sustained deployment of over 147,000 forces.” The report also however noted the “tremendous human sacrifices” made by Pakistani forces in the region.
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April - 5 
A TTP ‘commander’, Noor Mohammad Khwaidadkhel, and his bodyguard, Fazl Mahmood, were killed and two civilians injured when unidentified assailants opened fire at a weekly festival in Baggun village of Kurram Agency. Noor Mohammad was an important mem
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A TTP ‘commander’, Noor Mohammad Khwaidadkhel, and his bodyguard, Fazl Mahmood, were killed and two civilians injured when unidentified assailants opened fire at a weekly festival in Baggun village of Kurram Agency. Noor Mohammad was an important member of the TTP and its slain leader Baitullah Mehsud had appointed him as his deputy in Kurram Agency. The sources said a militant outfit led by ‘Commander’ Sattar had rivalry with the Noor Mohammad group.
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April - 5 
The bomb disposal squad neutralised a mortar recovered near Gulu Bera on a roadside in Junglekhel town.
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The bomb disposal squad neutralised a mortar recovered near Gulu Bera on a roadside in Junglekhel town.
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April - 5 
Three ‘commanders’ of Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) were killed in fighting with Zakhakhel lashkar (tribal militia) in Tirah valley of Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 5, reports Dawn. Sources said that the lashkar killed K
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Three ‘commanders’ of Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) were killed in fighting with Zakhakhel lashkar (tribal militia) in Tirah valley of Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 5, reports Dawn. Sources said that the lashkar killed Khan Zakhakhel, the suspected head of the LI execution squad, along with his family after torching his house on the second day of fighting. The sources claimed that Khan Zakhakhel carried out executions on the orders of Mangal Bagh. Two other LI ‘commanders’, Mula Zahuruddin and Policai (real name not known) were also killed along with Khan. Another two LI ‘commanders’ reportedly surrendered to the Zakhakhel lashkar in Bar Qambar Khel and Brug areas, after the latter took control of Ziarhai heights. The sources also added that Ansarul Islam militants re-established control over Sandapal after Zakhakhel tribesmen, previously loyal to LI, had abandoned the area. The LI had ousted Ansar from Sandapal three years ago after a fierce gunbattle. Meanwhile, the political administration in Landi Kotal has held consultations with Zakhakhel elders and assured them of the Government support against LI.
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April - 5 
Two government schools and a basic health unit were blown up in different areas of Haleemzai tehsil (revenue unit) in Mohmand Agency. Sources said that a boys’ primary school in Shaha Beg area and a boys’ primary school and basic health unit in Momin
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Two government schools and a basic health unit were blown up in different areas of Haleemzai tehsil (revenue unit) in Mohmand Agency. Sources said that a boys’ primary school in Shaha Beg area and a boys’ primary school and basic health unit in Mominabad area were blown up with explosives.
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April - 5 
Two militants belonging to Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) were killed when TTP and Ansarul Islam exchanged heavy fire in Peer Mela Zakha Khel area in Tirah Valley in Khyber Agency. Three other TTP militants were also arrested by the Ansarul Islam.
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Two militants belonging to Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) were killed when TTP and Ansarul Islam exchanged heavy fire in Peer Mela Zakha Khel area in Tirah Valley in Khyber Agency. Three other TTP militants were also arrested by the Ansarul Islam.
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April - 5 
A meeting of the Maoist office-bearers to find a way out of the dispute in the party's trade union, the All Nepal Trade Union Federation (ANTUF), ended inconclusively. The rival factions of the Maoist trade union have engaged in a series of violent c
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A meeting of the Maoist office-bearers to find a way out of the dispute in the party's trade union, the All Nepal Trade Union Federation (ANTUF), ended inconclusively. The rival factions of the Maoist trade union have engaged in a series of violent confrontations in different places over the past couple of weeks.
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April - 5 
Police on April 5 arrested four alleged cadres of the Samyukta Jatiya Morcha (SJM), an underground outfit, for their involvement in an extortion racket in the Budhanilakantha area of National Capital Kathmandu, Kantipuronline reported. The arrestee,
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Police on April 5 arrested four alleged cadres of the Samyukta Jatiya Morcha (SJM), an underground outfit, for their involvement in an extortion racket in the Budhanilakantha area of National Capital Kathmandu, Kantipuronline reported. The arrestee, Manish Bahadur Tamang, Dipak Lama, Manoj Lama and Kale Tamang, had long been spreading panic among affluent people in the Budhanilakantha area by threatening them and demanding huge amounts of money. According to Deputy Superintendent of Police Deepak Thapa, preliminary investigations indicate that they, in the name of SJM, had extorted millions from scores of Budhanilakantha denizens. During interrogation, they confessed that they had extorted many people and their soft targets were affluent families. So far only a woman, who was forced by the SJM to cough up NR 110,000 recently has filed a complaint, Police said.
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April - 5 
Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) vice chairman Baburam Bhattarai on April 5 said conspiracies to impose presidential rule by derailing the constitution-making and peace process are being hatched, reports Nepal News. Speaking at a prog
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Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) vice chairman Baburam Bhattarai on April 5 said conspiracies to impose presidential rule by derailing the constitution-making and peace process are being hatched, reports Nepal News. Speaking at a programme, he said a new mass movement would be launched if presidential rule is imposed. He, however, did not explain which political quarter is hatching such a conspiracy. Maoist chairman Narayan Kaji Shrestha, speaking at the same programme, said that the Maoist party would stage 'people's revolt' if attempts were made against peace process and constitution-drafting. Nepali Congress (NC) and Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) have rejected the UCPN-M proposal to change the co-coordinator of sub-committee under the Constitutional Committee (CC) formed to resolve the disputed issues in the new constitution. NC and CPN-UML turned down the Maoist proposal at a meeting of the leaders of the three parties in the morning of April 5.
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April - 5 
At least 25 people, including 10 Policemen and 15 cadres of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) and Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS), were injured as around 1,000 JeI-ICS cadres clashed with Police at Paltan area in National capital Dhaka on April 5, reports Daily Star
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At least 25 people, including 10 Policemen and 15 cadres of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) and Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS), were injured as around 1,000 JeI-ICS cadres clashed with Police at Paltan area in National capital Dhaka on April 5, reports Daily Star. The brawl started when Police barred a Jamaat-Shibir procession at Paltan intersection. The procession was heading towards Muktangon to hold a rally demanding release of top JeI leaders arrested in connection with War Crimes (WCs) during the Liberation War in 1971. JeI leaders took the rally as a challenge, as Police earlier in the day barred supporters of Fazlul Huq Aminee, Chief of Islamic Oikya Jote (IOJ), from holding a rally at the same venue.
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April - 5 
Police arrested 12 cadres of ICS and recovered four petrol bombs (molotov cocktails) from a house in Baitul Aman Housing in Mohammadpur of Dhaka.
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Police arrested 12 cadres of ICS and recovered four petrol bombs (molotov cocktails) from a house in Baitul Aman Housing in Mohammadpur of Dhaka.
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April - 5 
The Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) Special Court-15, fixed April 25 for judgment in the mutiny case against 71 jawans (troopers) of 30th Battalion of BGB in Panchhari sub-district of Khagrachhari District.
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The Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) Special Court-15, fixed April 25 for judgment in the mutiny case against 71 jawans (troopers) of 30th Battalion of BGB in Panchhari sub-district of Khagrachhari District.
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April - 5 
The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) allowed the investigators to interrogate detained JeI Ameer (Chief) Motiur Rahman Nizami and Secretary General Ali Ahsan Muhammad Mojahid at Dhaka Central Jail in connection with WCs charges.
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The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) allowed the investigators to interrogate detained JeI Ameer (Chief) Motiur Rahman Nizami and Secretary General Ali Ahsan Muhammad Mojahid at Dhaka Central Jail in connection with WCs charges.
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April - 5 
Defence Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa, on April 5, said that Sri Lanka under President Mahinda Rajapaksa’s leadership, direction and guidance succeeded in eliminating and defeating terrorism after nearly three decades of prolonged agony, reports Colo
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Defence Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa, on April 5, said that Sri Lanka under President Mahinda Rajapaksa’s leadership, direction and guidance succeeded in eliminating and defeating terrorism after nearly three decades of prolonged agony, reports Colombo Page. He made this observation while delivering the keynote address at the 9th South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) conference, with the participation of SAARC Police Heads at the Taj Samudra Hotel in Colombo. Gotabhaya Rajapaksa also stressed the importance of proactive cooperation and sharing key information among the law enforcement authorities of SAARC member countries to counter terrorism.
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April - 5 
De-mining groups recovered 279 APMs, two 81-mm mortar bombs and one 60-mm mortar bomb from Thampanaikulam, Mahilankulam, Periyathampanai, Sinnapandivirichchan, Periyapandivirichchan, Marathamadu, Palampiddi and Kokkuthuduvai areas.
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De-mining groups recovered 279 APMs, two 81-mm mortar bombs and one 60-mm mortar bomb from Thampanaikulam, Mahilankulam, Periyathampanai, Sinnapandivirichchan, Periyapandivirichchan, Marathamadu, Palampiddi and Kokkuthuduvai areas.
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April - 5 
Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Tolpuram, Maligai, Monarawewa, Kokkuthuduvai, Kilinochchi, Iranamadu, Udayarkaddu and Kokavil areas in the North recovered four hand grenades, 33 Anti Personnel Mines(APMs),
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Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Tolpuram, Maligai, Monarawewa, Kokkuthuduvai, Kilinochchi, Iranamadu, Udayarkaddu and Kokavil areas in the North recovered four hand grenades, 33 Anti Personnel Mines(APMs), two shot guns, 11 shot gun rounds and one shot gun empty case on April 5.
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April - 5 
Troops in the East recovered one hand grenade, two trap guns and two kilograms of 122-mm Multi Barrel Rocket Launcher (MBRL) shrapnel from Wadumunai, Kandaladi, Kaddamuruvikulam and Kokkadicholai areas in Batticaloa District.
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Troops in the East recovered one hand grenade, two trap guns and two kilograms of 122-mm Multi Barrel Rocket Launcher (MBRL) shrapnel from Wadumunai, Kandaladi, Kaddamuruvikulam and Kokkadicholai areas in Batticaloa District.
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April - 6 
A Police commando, identified as Muhammad Riyas (35), sustained injuries when unidentified militants opened fired on a team of Imphal West District Police commandos while they were conducting search operation at Samurou under Wangoi Police Station on
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A Police commando, identified as Muhammad Riyas (35), sustained injuries when unidentified militants opened fired on a team of Imphal West District Police commandos while they were conducting search operation at Samurou under Wangoi Police Station on April 6, reports Sangai Express. Police recovered empty cartridges of point .32 pistol from the site of the incident.
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April - 6 
An unexploded hand grenade was recovered from the main gate of Rural Development Organisation (RDO) nursing institute located at Lamdeng on April 6. Bomb experts of the State Police Department retrieved the bomb and later defused it.
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An unexploded hand grenade was recovered from the main gate of Rural Development Organisation (RDO) nursing institute located at Lamdeng on April 6. Bomb experts of the State Police Department retrieved the bomb and later defused it.
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April - 6 
Daily Bhaskar reports that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a villager branding him as an alleged Police informer and dumped his body in a crowded market place at Bheeragaon in Bhanupratappur area in Kanker District on O
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Daily Bhaskar reports that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a villager branding him as an alleged Police informer and dumped his body in a crowded market place at Bheeragaon in Bhanupratappur area in Kanker District on October 6. The victim was abducted on October 1, five days before he was found murdered.
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April - 6 
Foreign Secretary Nirupama Rao on April 6 said that despite India’s re-engagement with Pakistan on a wide range of issues that need to be addressed, India had made it clear that the wounds of Mumbai terror attack (November 26, 2008, also known as 26/
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Foreign Secretary Nirupama Rao on April 6 said that despite India’s re-engagement with Pakistan on a wide range of issues that need to be addressed, India had made it clear that the wounds of Mumbai terror attack (November 26, 2008, also known as 26/11) had not healed as yet and stressed on Islamabad taking with “utmost seriousness” its request for voice samples of the 26/11 accused, according to PTI. Rao made these observations during an interview with CNBC.
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April - 6 
Police on April 6 arrested two Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) and recovered a large quantity of explosives and ammunition at their behest in Mahore area of Reasi District, reports Daily Excelsior. The two OGWs, identified as Sh
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Police on April 6 arrested two Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) and recovered a large quantity of explosives and ammunition at their behest in Mahore area of Reasi District, reports Daily Excelsior. The two OGWs, identified as Shahnawaz and Mohammad Irshad, went to the house of one Mohammad Maqbool at Morha Mokha in Jamsalan in the night for extortion. As villagers raised alarm, the OGWs left the place. Police arrested them during subsequent raids. The Police later destroyed two HM hideouts based on the information provided by the arrested OGWs. Recoveries made from the hideouts included two hand grenades, five Self-loading rifle (SLR) magazines, five magazines of Light Machine Gun (LMG), seven Underbarrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL) rounds, one detonator, 1.5 feet led, one plastic container, six A.I Com sets, two UBGL.
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April - 6 
PTI reports that the Odisha Government claimed that at least 20 cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were killed and 38 others arrested during first three months of 2011 in the face of opposition claim that the morale of State P
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PTI reports that the Odisha Government claimed that at least 20 cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were killed and 38 others arrested during first three months of 2011 in the face of opposition claim that the morale of State Police was at its lowest after five Maoists were set free to secure release of abducted Malkangiri District Collector. In a reply to an adjournment motion in the House of State Assembly on April 6, Chief Minister (CM) Naveen Patnaik said, “Security Forces during the first three months of 2011 have arrested 38 ultras while 20 others died in operation. Fifteen Maoists have surrendered before the police during the period." Rejecting the opposition allegation that there was total anarchy in the State, Patnaik said the State Government was taking all possible steps to contain Naxal [Left Wing Extremism] violence. "There had been regular joint operation against the LWE in the State's border," he added. Besides, Patnaik said, a large number of arms and ammunition was seized by SFs personnel during raids on Maoist hideouts. "The Police were keeping a close watch on the movement and activities of Maoists," the CM added.
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April - 6 
Telegraph reports that Manoj Ojha (40), General Manager (GM) of Reliance Power, was killed and seven other company officials were injured in an attack by the cadres of the Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), a break away faction of the Communist Party
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Telegraph reports that Manoj Ojha (40), General Manager (GM) of Reliance Power, was killed and seven other company officials were injured in an attack by the cadres of the Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), a break away faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), near Hesatu village in Chatra District, around 100 kilometres from Ranchi on April 6. The team from the Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group Company had arrived at Sidppa village in Tandwa tehsil (administrative division) in the District, at 10am to survey land for a project, the Police said.
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April - 6 
The Chhattisgarh Government opposed the petition of rights activist Binayak Sen in the apex court seeking bail and stay on his life term for his reported links with the Naxals [Left Wing Extremism], reports Indian Express on April 6. While responding
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The Chhattisgarh Government opposed the petition of rights activist Binayak Sen in the apex court seeking bail and stay on his life term for his reported links with the Naxals [Left Wing Extremism], reports Indian Express on April 6. While responding to a March 11 notice on the petition by Binayak Sen challenging the rejection of his bail by the High Court on February 10, the State Government said Sen was involved in providing safe hideouts and logistic support to top cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist).
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April - 6 
The Chhattisgarh Police arrested a tailor, identified as Puranchand Meher, for reportedly supplying uniforms to the Maoists from Indagaon area in Raipur District along Odisha border on April 6, reports Times of India. The Police recovered 20 trousers
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The Chhattisgarh Police arrested a tailor, identified as Puranchand Meher, for reportedly supplying uniforms to the Maoists from Indagaon area in Raipur District along Odisha border on April 6, reports Times of India. The Police recovered 20 trousers, five full-sleeved shirts and 35 metres of olive green tericot cloth from his shop. "These were Maoist uniforms, each a different size," Gariaband, SP, Kamal Lochan Kashyap, said.
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April - 6 
The Hindu reports that a former Left Wing Extremist (LWE) belonging to the Praja Pratighatana faction of the Communist Party of India-Marxist Leninist (CPI-ML Praja Pratighatana) was arrested by the Police in Palvancha in Khammam District on April 6.
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The Hindu reports that a former Left Wing Extremist (LWE) belonging to the Praja Pratighatana faction of the Communist Party of India-Marxist Leninist (CPI-ML Praja Pratighatana) was arrested by the Police in Palvancha in Khammam District on April 6. According to the Police, the former CPI-ML Praja Pratighatana dalam (squad) ‘commander’, Vajjala Babu alias Ramanna (35), reportedly made an extortion call to the secretary of a Palvancha-based educational institution identifying himself as an ‘underground ultra' and demanded INR 100, 000. Giving the details of the arrest at a press conference, Kothagudem Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Devadas Nagul said that Babu was involved in five cases of murder, including the killing of Vikram, a Naxalite, at Mucherla in 2009. He had been indulging in extortion attempts ever since he surrendered to the Police in 2001.
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April - 6 
Times of India reports that Anti Talks Faction of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF) will observe its foundation day (April 7) in the jungles of Myanmar, where the group is reportedly holed up. The Government sounded a security alert acro
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Times of India reports that Anti Talks Faction of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF) will observe its foundation day (April 7) in the jungles of Myanmar, where the group is reportedly holed up. The Government sounded a security alert across the State to restrain Paresh Baruah's group from carrying out any show of strength on the day.
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April - 6 
Yaiphaba faction of KCP on April 6 has claimed to perpetrate the killing of O Borababu, caretaker of reliance tower who was shot dead on April 4 at his Wangkhei Mayum Leirak residence.
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Yaiphaba faction of KCP on April 6 has claimed to perpetrate the killing of O Borababu, caretaker of reliance tower who was shot dead on April 4 at his Wangkhei Mayum Leirak residence.
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April - 6 
Expressing apprehension that the United States is being "taken for suckers" and "looked at as patsies" by Pakistan, two American lawmakers on April 6 called for strengthening ties with India even as a White House report gave a harshly critical assess
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Expressing apprehension that the United States is being "taken for suckers" and "looked at as patsies" by Pakistan, two American lawmakers on April 6 called for strengthening ties with India even as a White House report gave a harshly critical assessment of Islamabad's effort to defeat extremism, reports Times of India. "After 10 years of hearing the same sales pitch I tend to doubt it. I doubt that our money is buying anything that's deep or durable," New York Congressman Gary Ackerman said at a hearing. "I doubt the leaders in the Afghanistan Government and the Pakistani Government are going to do anything except pursue their own narrow, venal self interests. I doubt the ISI will ever stop working with us during the day and going to see their not-so-secret friends in the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) or Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and other terrorist groups at night."In addition, his California colleague Dana Rohrabacher went even further back to frame the situation in a historical context. "I've been hearing that for 50 years. And I will tell you, a realistic relationship, rather than basing the relationship on wishful thinking, is what will bring about peace in that part of the world. What we've had is wishful thinking and what I call irrational optimism," he said at a hearing called to assess U.S foreign policy priorities in South Asia. Still, administration officials defended Washington's outreach to Pakistan, insisting that the country is vital to US national security interests and suggesting the U.S had no other options. But lawmakers were not convinced. Both Rohrabacher and Ackerman, who described U.S ties with New Delhi as the "one shining light" and "brightest light" respectively of the administration's foreign policy pressed for greater emphasis on India. "I would hope that we have the intelligence to work and to make sure that India is our best friend in that part of the world," Rohrabacher said, offering his contrast between the two countries. "The fact is that Pakistan is committed to Islam...India is dedicated to prosperity for their people."
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April - 6 
Four children were killed and three others injured when an explosive device planted near a pond in Jerma village of Kohat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa went off on April 6, reports Daily Times. Sources said that the blast took place near a pond wher
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Four children were killed and three others injured when an explosive device planted near a pond in Jerma village of Kohat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa went off on April 6, reports Daily Times. Sources said that the blast took place near a pond where some children had been playing.
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April - 6 
Four Frontier Corps (FC) personnel were injured in a remote-controlled explosion in Mashky area of Awaran District on April 6, reports Daily Times. According to details, an FC convoy was heading towards Khuzdar from Mashky when it hit an improvised e
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Four Frontier Corps (FC) personnel were injured in a remote-controlled explosion in Mashky area of Awaran District on April 6, reports Daily Times. According to details, an FC convoy was heading towards Khuzdar from Mashky when it hit an improvised explosive device (IED) near No vkjo. Theehicle was damaged in the attack, while four personnel sustained splinter wounds.
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April - 6 
Police on April 6 arrested a Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militant, involved in several bomb blasts in Islamabad and Azad Kashmir, from outskirts of Islamabad, reports Dawn. Police sources said that Faisal Shabbir Abbasi belonged to the Hakimulla
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Police on April 6 arrested a Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militant, involved in several bomb blasts in Islamabad and Azad Kashmir, from outskirts of Islamabad, reports Dawn. Police sources said that Faisal Shabbir Abbasi belonged to the Hakimullah Mehsud’s faction of the TTP.
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April - 6 
The use of terror groups such as Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) by Inter Services Intelligence came in for a lambasting at the House of Representatives during a hearing on April 6 on foreign policy priorities and needs amidst economic challenges in South Asia
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The use of terror groups such as Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) by Inter Services Intelligence came in for a lambasting at the House of Representatives during a hearing on April 6 on foreign policy priorities and needs amidst economic challenges in South Asia, reports The Hindu. In a well-attended hearing at the Rayburn Building on Capitol Hill, members of the Congress pressed top Obama administration officials on the core question of why, after USD 20 billion had been pumped into Pakistan over the last decade and over a billion dollars had been supplied under the Kerry-Lugar-Berman bill, anti-American sentiment in Pakistan was still so strong. Putting it bluntly, House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Steve Chabot, Republican of Ohio, said, “The question is basically we spent all this money and they still hate us. What should we do about that?” Congressman Chabot also added that despite efforts “the fact remains that Pakistani and U.S. strategic interests diverge on certain issues — especially those concerning Islamist terrorist groups like LeT, which the Pakistani ISI continues to view as a strategic asset vis-a-vis India.”
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April - 6 
Three children and a woman were killed and another woman was injured when a shell hit the house of one Toor Mulla in Selai area of Bezai tehsil (revenue unit) in Mohmand Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 6, reports Dawn.
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Three children and a woman were killed and another woman was injured when a shell hit the house of one Toor Mulla in Selai area of Bezai tehsil (revenue unit) in Mohmand Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 6, reports Dawn.
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April - 6 
Two NATO oil tankers were set on fire by unidentified terrorists near the Qamabari Bridge in Dhaddar of Bolan District. As a result, the tankers caught fire and were completely destroyed.
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Two NATO oil tankers were set on fire by unidentified terrorists near the Qamabari Bridge in Dhaddar of Bolan District. As a result, the tankers caught fire and were completely destroyed.
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April - 6 
Unidentified assailants hurled a hand grenade at a house in Goth Faiz Muhammad, in the limits of the Mir Hassan Levies Police Station in Chattar tehsil (revenue unit) of Dera Murad Jamali. However, no casualty was reported in the attack.
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Unidentified assailants hurled a hand grenade at a house in Goth Faiz Muhammad, in the limits of the Mir Hassan Levies Police Station in Chattar tehsil (revenue unit) of Dera Murad Jamali. However, no casualty was reported in the attack.
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April - 6 
Kantipuronline reports that it seems Prime Minister (PM) Jhala Nath Khanal’s plan to complete the integration and rehabilitation of former Maoist combatants within 50 days is in trouble, with the major parties failing to narrow down their differences
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Kantipuronline reports that it seems Prime Minister (PM) Jhala Nath Khanal’s plan to complete the integration and rehabilitation of former Maoist combatants within 50 days is in trouble, with the major parties failing to narrow down their differences on the integration modality. In March, PM Khanal had assured foreign diplomats that his Government would come up with a 50-day action plan to complete the integration and rehabilitation process. Since then, there has not been any progress.
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April - 6 
Madheshi Janadhikar Forum (MJF) chairman Upendra Yadav has asked all armed groups operating in Terai Districts to cease violence and come to dialogue with the Government and political parties, Nepal News reported. Talking to reporters, Yadav said det
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Madheshi Janadhikar Forum (MJF) chairman Upendra Yadav has asked all armed groups operating in Terai Districts to cease violence and come to dialogue with the Government and political parties, Nepal News reported. Talking to reporters, Yadav said detonating explosives in public places and buses cannot be called a revolution and that such activities would never bring about any positive change in the society.
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April - 6 
Police on April 6 arrested five senior cadres of the Communist Party of Nepal (Rebel) Maoist, an underground armed group, from Baluwatar in the National Capital Kathmandu and Jagati in Bhaktapur District, reports Kantipuronline. Police said the arres
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Police on April 6 arrested five senior cadres of the Communist Party of Nepal (Rebel) Maoist, an underground armed group, from Baluwatar in the National Capital Kathmandu and Jagati in Bhaktapur District, reports Kantipuronline. Police said the arrestees were holding a meeting and making plans to bomb several places in the Kathmandu Valley when they raided the hideouts and arrested them. Along with three pistols, some explosives and paraphernalia containing plans to carry out the bombings. The arrestees were identified as ‘Chairman’ Lalit Limbu (Girwan), ‘Vice Chairman’ Bhim Ojha (Mukti), ‘Treasurer’ Barun Shrestha (Omkar), ‘Secretary’ Netra Prasad Dahal (Rijwan) and ‘Military Commander’ Ajay Thapa Magar (Akhanda). Police said the arrestees were preparing to collect around 50 weapons, enroll around 1,000 cadres in the outfit (giving priority to the Madheshi community) and plant bombs in 15 different places of the Valley by the end of April. Police also said they were planning to import two AK-47 rifles within two months. “They were planning to cause destruction and spread terror by bombing various places in the Valley to prove their existence, so that it would be easier for them to collect funds,” Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), at the Metropolitan Police Range, Madhav Nepal said. “Preliminary investigation has revealed that Magar was a former Kathmandu District Committee member of the Unified Communist of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M), while Ojha was a former cadre of the Rastriya Prajatantra Party,” Chief of the Metropolitan Police Crime Division, Senior Superintendent of Police Hemanta Malla, said. However, police sources said the underground organisation is not a splinter group of the UCPN-M as the name suggests. The outfit was formed in mid-May 2010, Police said. Nepal News identified the outfit as Communist Party of Nepal (People's Revolutionary), while the Himalayan Times said that the outfit has defected from UCPN-M and has named itself as CPN-Janavidrohi Maobadi (CPN-People's Revolutionary Maoist).
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April - 6 
The opposition Madheshi parties on April 6 asked the Election Commission to suspend the ongoing voter's list collection in Terai Districts and warned of a stir if only citizenship is made the criteria of electoral roll collection, according to Kantip
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The opposition Madheshi parties on April 6 asked the Election Commission to suspend the ongoing voter's list collection in Terai Districts and warned of a stir if only citizenship is made the criteria of electoral roll collection, according to Kantipuronline. Speaking in the Parliament session, Terai Madhesh Loktantrik Party lawmaker Hridayesh Tripathi and Nepal Sadbhawana Party lawmaker Laxman Lal Karna argued that many Madheshi would be left out if the list is prepared on the basis of citizenship. They also demanded revision of criteria.
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April - 6 
The UCPN-M decided to continue with chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda’s current position as the coordinator of the sub-committee formed to resolve the dispute over key aspects of the upcoming constitution. Earlier, the party had proposed vice
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The UCPN-M decided to continue with chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda’s current position as the coordinator of the sub-committee formed to resolve the dispute over key aspects of the upcoming constitution. Earlier, the party had proposed vice chairman Narayan Kaji Shrestha to the post, but the proposal was dismissed by other parties.
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April - 6 
The US Assistant Secretary, Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, Robert Blake said on April 6 that the US is ready to assist Nepal for the timely accomplishment of the processes of peace and statute drafting, according to Kantipuronline. "When
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The US Assistant Secretary, Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, Robert Blake said on April 6 that the US is ready to assist Nepal for the timely accomplishment of the processes of peace and statute drafting, according to Kantipuronline. "When Nepal's political leadership demonstrates its readiness to move forward on the final elements of the peace process, we stand ready to provide limited support for some aspects of rehabilitation such as vocational training or to help ease the transition of these young Nepalis back into civilian life," Blake said in a testimony before the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Subcommittee on the Middle East and South Asia, adds Nepal News. "As an indication of their resolve to move ahead, the Maoists transferred command of their combatants to multi-party Special Committee this January that is overseeing the monitoring mechanism previously maintained by the UN," said he.
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April - 6 
Assistant Secretary, Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, Robert O. Blake (Jr.) said on April 6 that Sri Lanka's worrisome record on human rights, weakening democracy and the accountability during the final months of war had limited United Stat
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Assistant Secretary, Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, Robert O. Blake (Jr.) said on April 6 that Sri Lanka's worrisome record on human rights, weakening democracy and the accountability during the final months of war had limited United States' ability to fully engage with Sri Lanka, according to Colombo Page. In his testimony before the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Subcommittee on the Middle East and South Asia, Blake, the former Ambassador to Sri Lanka said Sri Lanka must take concrete steps for a true and lasting national reconciliation.
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April - 6 
De-mining groups recovered 487 APMs, one hand grenade- from Thampanaikulam, Navatkulam, Mahilankulam, Periyathampanai, Mallawarayankaddaiadappan, Marathamadu, Kokkuthuduvai, Adampan and Kilinochchi areas.
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De-mining groups recovered 487 APMs, one hand grenade- from Thampanaikulam, Navatkulam, Mahilankulam, Periyathampanai, Mallawarayankaddaiadappan, Marathamadu, Kokkuthuduvai, Adampan and Kilinochchi areas.
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April - 6 
Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Kaithadi West, Tanankilappu, Maligai, Koliyakulam, Vannivilankulam, Kokkutuduvai, Visuamadu and Akkarayankulam areas in the North recovered one 130-mm artillery shell, 40 hand
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Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Kaithadi West, Tanankilappu, Maligai, Koliyakulam, Vannivilankulam, Kokkutuduvai, Visuamadu and Akkarayankulam areas in the North recovered one 130-mm artillery shell, 40 hand grenades, 10 Anti Personnel Mines (APMs), 56 81-mm mortar bombs, 183 82-mm mortar bombs, four 60-mm mortar bombs and four Rocket Propeller Grenades (RPG) on April 6.
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April - 6 
Troops and Police recovered one hand grenade, one locally made weapon and two rounds of T-56 ammunition from Modara area in Colombo District.
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Troops and Police recovered one hand grenade, one locally made weapon and two rounds of T-56 ammunition from Modara area in Colombo District.
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April - 6 
Troops in the East recovered 10 APMs from Miraodei Camp and Pump House Camp areas.
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Troops in the East recovered 10 APMs from Miraodei Camp and Pump House Camp areas.
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April - 7 
A bomb was found at the residence of Sorokhaibam Saroja (52), Deputy Director of the State Veterinary Department from Lamboi khongnangkhong under Lamphel Police Station. According to Saroja, an anonymous caller had informed her that a bomb had been p
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A bomb was found at the residence of Sorokhaibam Saroja (52), Deputy Director of the State Veterinary Department from Lamboi khongnangkhong under Lamphel Police Station. According to Saroja, an anonymous caller had informed her that a bomb had been placed at her residence. Police later recovered the bomb.
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April - 7 
A local court in Ajmer in Rajasthan, on April 7 rejected the application of the extremist leader Swami Aseemanand, an accused in several terror cases, to turn an approver in the Ajmer Dargah blast case (October 11, 2007) following his claim (on Mar
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A local court in Ajmer in Rajasthan, on April 7 rejected the application of the extremist leader Swami Aseemanand, an accused in several terror cases, to turn an approver in the Ajmer Dargah blast case (October 11, 2007) following his claim (on March 29) that the plea was filed under the pressure from investigating agencies, reports Times of India. The court ordered the Rajasthan Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) to remove the names of Swami Aseemanand and Bharat Bhai Rateshwar (one more suspect in blasts at various Muslim religious places in the country who had also turned hostile ) from the list of witnesses in the Ajmer Dargah blast case.
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April - 7 
An another grenade was lobbed at the Kwakeithel Awang Leikai residence of one Konthoujam Dhaneshor, a retired Manipur Development Society official.
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An another grenade was lobbed at the Kwakeithel Awang Leikai residence of one Konthoujam Dhaneshor, a retired Manipur Development Society official.
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April - 7 
Central Reserve Police Force and Police on April 7 recovered 10 kilograms of explosives besides other material from Gandoh area, bordering Himachal Pradesh, of Doda District, according to Daily Excelsior. Other recoveries included one UBGL rocket lau
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Central Reserve Police Force and Police on April 7 recovered 10 kilograms of explosives besides other material from Gandoh area, bordering Himachal Pradesh, of Doda District, according to Daily Excelsior. Other recoveries included one UBGL rocket launcher with two grenades, three shells and one walky talky set.
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April - 7 
India Today reports that a few posters and banners of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), urging the people to boycott the Assembly Elections in the State were spotted at Kanchrapara railway station in North 24-Parganas District on April 7.
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India Today reports that a few posters and banners of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), urging the people to boycott the Assembly Elections in the State were spotted at Kanchrapara railway station in North 24-Parganas District on April 7. The Maoists urged the people to shun the "vote-hungry political parties, who survive on false promises". It requested the people to root out the ruling Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) from the State, branding it as Fascist. The Maoists demanded immediate withdrawal of the Operation Green Hunt from Junglemahal and other states. It criticised the Government for torturing common people in the name of counter-insurgency operations. The Maoists also demanded a commitment from the Trinamool Congress Chief Mamata Banerjee on her promises of withdrawing joint operations in West Bengal and releasing Maoist political prisoners.
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April - 7 
Jammu and Kashmir High Court ordered a 15-year-old boy's release after quashing his detention under the Public Safety Act. Tawseef Hussain Bhat was booked under PSA for alleged stone-pelting.
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Jammu and Kashmir High Court ordered a 15-year-old boy's release after quashing his detention under the Public Safety Act. Tawseef Hussain Bhat was booked under PSA for alleged stone-pelting.
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April - 7 
Kanglaonline reports that a bomb lobbed by unidentified militants exploded at the residence of Tongbram Ongbi Manitombi (50), member of Zilla Parishad (District level local self-Government body), Mayang Langjing Akham Leikai in Imphal west District o
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Kanglaonline reports that a bomb lobbed by unidentified militants exploded at the residence of Tongbram Ongbi Manitombi (50), member of Zilla Parishad (District level local self-Government body), Mayang Langjing Akham Leikai in Imphal west District on April 7. However, no one was injured.
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April - 7 
Kangleipak Communist Party - Maoists (KCP-M) had announced shut down of Rural Development Organisation (RDO) and its Nursing College as a warning to its member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Brajabidhu, reports Sangai Express.
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Kangleipak Communist Party - Maoists (KCP-M) had announced shut down of Rural Development Organisation (RDO) and its Nursing College as a warning to its member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Brajabidhu, reports Sangai Express.
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April - 7 
PTI reports that eight cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were arrested by the Police from Anjarel and Palaksa villages in Narayanpur District in the night of April 7. Out of the eight Maoists, six cadres were carrying a rewar
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PTI reports that eight cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were arrested by the Police from Anjarel and Palaksa villages in Narayanpur District in the night of April 7. Out of the eight Maoists, six cadres were carrying a reward of INR 5,000 on their heads, Superintendent of Police (SP) Mayank Srivastava said. On a tip off, a Police party carried out combing operation and arrested the cadres who had been absconding for long time and the Police recovered three loaded guns, ammunition and detonators from them.
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April - 7 
Sangai Express reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested two People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadres, identified as Khaidem Ibomcha Singh alias RK alias Rohit (38) who is also the Up-Pradhan (Deputy Head) of Khurai Laisham Leikai
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Sangai Express reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested two People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadres, identified as Khaidem Ibomcha Singh alias RK alias Rohit (38) who is also the Up-Pradhan (Deputy Head) of Khurai Laisham Leikai Gram Panchayat (local self-government body) and Leihaorungbam Robinchandra (38), from Singjamei Chirom Leikai area in Imphal West District on April 7. Three Chinese hand grenades with detonators, two mobile handsets and three Identity cards have been recovered from their possession. The arrestees joined PREPAK around six months back under one commander identified as Chaoba alias Pakhangba and were working under Project-I of the outfit in transportation of arms from one place to another, serving extortion notes to Government Departments, officers and businessmen.
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April - 7 
Security Forces neutralized a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) hideout during a search operation at Gani Kotli forests in Mendhar tehsil (revenue unit) of Poonch District. Recoveries made from the hideout include one PIKA rifle, 243 rounds of PIKA gun, a belt o
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Security Forces neutralized a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) hideout during a search operation at Gani Kotli forests in Mendhar tehsil (revenue unit) of Poonch District. Recoveries made from the hideout include one PIKA rifle, 243 rounds of PIKA gun, a belt of ammunition and some incriminating documents of LeT. The LeT outfit was using the hideout for past more than six months.
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April - 7 
SFs have arrested two alleged militant sympathisers in general area Malas, tehsil (revenue unit) Mahore in Reasi District and busted a militant hideout on April 7, reports Kashmir Times. The arrestees have been identified as Shahnawaz Hussain (18) an
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SFs have arrested two alleged militant sympathisers in general area Malas, tehsil (revenue unit) Mahore in Reasi District and busted a militant hideout on April 7, reports Kashmir Times. The arrestees have been identified as Shahnawaz Hussain (18) and Mohammad Irshad (20). One old Self Loading Rifle (SLR) with broken trigger and butt, two broken magazines of SLR and 20 SLR rounds belonging originally to Jammu and Kashmir Police, missing from an operation in general area Chasana in Reasi District were recovered from their possession.
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April - 7 
Sri Lankan Foreign Minister G.L. Peiris called for his Government to be given “space'' to deal with the legacy of three decades of ethnic conflict and rejected allegations of “Triumphalism'' saying Colombo was engaged in rehabilitation and reconcili
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Sri Lankan Foreign Minister G.L. Peiris called for his Government to be given “space'' to deal with the legacy of three decades of ethnic conflict and rejected allegations of “Triumphalism'' saying Colombo was engaged in rehabilitation and reconciliation, The Hindu reported on April 7. Denying criticism that the government had been too slow to deal with the humanitarian crisis, he said “significant'' progress had been made in infrastructure development and in rehabilitating those affected by the conflict, including former cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).
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April - 7 
The pro-talk faction of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-PTF) observed its 32nd Raising Day in the designated camp at Kakopathar in Tinsukia District, reports Assam Tribune. On the occasion, ULFA ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa hoisted the ULFA
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The pro-talk faction of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-PTF) observed its 32nd Raising Day in the designated camp at Kakopathar in Tinsukia District, reports Assam Tribune. On the occasion, ULFA ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa hoisted the ULFA flag and the ‘political adviser’ of the outfit Bhimkanta Buragohain, performed Shahid Tarpan (commemorating ceremony of Martyrs). Later, an open session was held under the Presidentship of Arabinda Rajkhowa while ULFA ‘vice-chairman’ Pradeep Gogoi explained the objective of the meeting.
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April - 7 
Times of India reports that the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) set ablaze a porcelain machine and five water pumps and looted two mobile sets from workers at a bridge construction site near Mariumtoli under Raidih Police S
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Times of India reports that the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) set ablaze a porcelain machine and five water pumps and looted two mobile sets from workers at a bridge construction site near Mariumtoli under Raidih Police Station in Gumla District in the night of April 7. The Maoists left a pamphlet at the site forbidding use of machines and construction of big projects while suggesting initiation of irrigation projects and wage hike for labourers. "Over 25 armed cadres of (CPI-Maoist) reached the site of a big bridge construction across Sankh River and set a porcelain machine and five water pumps on fire," said Officer-in-Charge of Raidih Police Station Digvijay Singh.
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April - 7 
Two militants of the anti-talks faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-ATF) were killed by Security Forces (SFs) in Sonitpur District on April 7, reports Telegraph. The militants were identified as Duphang, ‘platoon commander’ of the
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Two militants of the anti-talks faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-ATF) were killed by Security Forces (SFs) in Sonitpur District on April 7, reports Telegraph. The militants were identified as Duphang, ‘platoon commander’ of the Rangapara unit of the NDFB and his Security guard, Nilant. The SFs recovered two AK-56 rifles, three magazines and 18 cartridges and 32 rounds of live ammunition besides two diaries and three mobile handsets from the possession of the slain militants.
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April - 7 
A man, identified as Meskin Awan (50), was killed in a hand grenade attack near Chaman rail crossing on Jaffar Khan Jamali Road in Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan on April 7, reports Daily Times.
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A man, identified as Meskin Awan (50), was killed in a hand grenade attack near Chaman rail crossing on Jaffar Khan Jamali Road in Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan on April 7, reports Daily Times.
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April - 7 
A suicide attack at the house of Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Investigations, Wazir Nasir Khan, in Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, on April 7 (today) killed two persons, including the bomber and a Police Constable, reports The Expres
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A suicide attack at the house of Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Investigations, Wazir Nasir Khan, in Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, on April 7 (today) killed two persons, including the bomber and a Police Constable, reports The Express Tribune. Sources said that the attacker entered the Residential colony of Police officers early in the morning at around 8am, in an explosive laden car which he rammed into the house of DIG Investigations. As a result, one Police constable, who was standing at the gate, died and nine others, including DIG Khan and several children, were injured.
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April - 7 
At least six militants were killed when Security Force (SFs) pounded their hideouts with artillery shelling in Darra Adamkhel town of Kohat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 7, reports Dawn. Sources said that artillery unit of Army pounded a fr
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At least six militants were killed when Security Force (SFs) pounded their hideouts with artillery shelling in Darra Adamkhel town of Kohat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 7, reports Dawn. Sources said that artillery unit of Army pounded a frequented route of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in Bulandra area of Darra Adamkhel, adjacent to Orakzai Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA).
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April - 7 
Fifty militants and four Security Force (SFs) personnel were killed in bombings and clashes in different areas of Mohmand Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 7, reports Dawn. During the second phase of Operation Brekhna (lig
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Fifty militants and four Security Force (SFs) personnel were killed in bombings and clashes in different areas of Mohmand Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 7, reports Dawn. During the second phase of Operation Brekhna (lightning) in militant-infested areas along the Afghanistan border, SFs backed by warplanes, helicopter gunships and artillery pounded militant hideouts in Suran Darra, Mosakhel, Bahadar Kalley, Matai, Shinwari and Ghalingar areas of Bezai and Safi tehsils (revenue unit). Administration officials said 50 militants were killed and several others injured as air strikes destroyed several hideouts in the intervening night of April 6-7.
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April - 7 
Four persons were injured when unidentified assailants opened fire on a NATO oil tanker in the Rabi Canal area of Dera Murad Jamali in Nasirabad District.
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Four persons were injured when unidentified assailants opened fire on a NATO oil tanker in the Rabi Canal area of Dera Murad Jamali in Nasirabad District.
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April - 7 
One person was killed while 19 others were injured in a low intensity blast outside the country’s largest video CDs market ‘Rainbow Centre’ in Saddar Town of Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh on April 7, reports Daily Times.
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One person was killed while 19 others were injured in a low intensity blast outside the country’s largest video CDs market ‘Rainbow Centre’ in Saddar Town of Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh on April 7, reports Daily Times.
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April - 7 
Pakistan on April 7 rejected the highly critical US White House report of its efforts to defeat Taliban and al Qaeda fighters, saying it would not be held accountable for US-led failures in Afghanistan, reports Daily Times. “I would like to categoric
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Pakistan on April 7 rejected the highly critical US White House report of its efforts to defeat Taliban and al Qaeda fighters, saying it would not be held accountable for US-led failures in Afghanistan, reports Daily Times. “I would like to categorically state that we do not share the assessment of the US,” Foreign Ministry’s spokeswoman Tehmina Janjua told reporters at a weekly briefing in response to a question on the White House document. “The references to Pakistan are unwarranted,” she said. “Pakistan should not be held accountable for the failings of coalition strategy in Afghanistan. Pakistan has a clear strategy in dealing with this and other issues and solely be guided by its own national interest,” added the spokesperson.
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April - 7 
Meanwhile, Nepali Congress (NC) Parliamentary Party leader Ram Chandra Poudel remarked that the proposal on the integration of the PLA combatants put forth by the Nepal Army is incomplete. "The army's proposal is not complete from all perspectives an
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Meanwhile, Nepali Congress (NC) Parliamentary Party leader Ram Chandra Poudel remarked that the proposal on the integration of the PLA combatants put forth by the Nepal Army is incomplete. "The army's proposal is not complete from all perspectives and should be improved," said the NC leader. "According to Comprehensive Peace Accord, the combatants should be integrated on the basis of personal standard." Only after taking regard of their personal standard they can be managed into security bodies, he noted.
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April - 7 
Prime Minister (PM) Jhala Nath Khanal has indicated that the Constituent Assembly (CA) term will be further extended if the task of constitution drafting does not get completed by May 28, when the CA’s current term ends, reports Nepal News. The Supre
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Prime Minister (PM) Jhala Nath Khanal has indicated that the Constituent Assembly (CA) term will be further extended if the task of constitution drafting does not get completed by May 28, when the CA’s current term ends, reports Nepal News. The Supreme Court (SC) has made it clear that the CA’s term will not end until it completes the task of constitution writing, said PM Khanal on April 7. Khanal further said, the CA’s main task is to make a constitution and it can’t shy away from its responsibility. Considering the remaining processes in constitution making it is almost impossible to promulgate a new constitution within the stipulated date of May 28. Since the outline of the constitution has not been determined yet The SC had issued a verdict few months ago upholding the CA decision to extend its term in 2010 saying the CA term cannot end until a new constitution is promulgated. According to existing provisions, the CA needs to amend the clause related to the CA term in the interim constitution. The interim constitution can be amended with a two-third majority. As reported earlier, the Army had submitted a proposal to Prime Minister Jhala Nath Khanal suggesting that a separate directorate be constituted within the Army comprising 50 percent former Maoist combatants and fifty percent personnel of the three security agencies
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April - 7 
Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda on April 7 publicly welcomed the Nepal Army proposal on integration, Kantipuronline reports. Dahal praised the integration modality offered by the Army and sai
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Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda on April 7 publicly welcomed the Nepal Army proposal on integration, Kantipuronline reports. Dahal praised the integration modality offered by the Army and said the Peoples’ Liberation Army (PLA) and Nepal Army should work together to build a new Nepal. “The Nepal Army has come up with a positive thinking on integration and rehabilitation. This depicts a very positive indication that both the Army and yesterday’s Maoist Army want to work together,” Dahal said. Without elaborating, he said some “status quoits forces” were dissatisfied with the Army’s positive stand.
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April - 7 
Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda said his party will fight 'till the last moment' to ensure peace and constitution in the country. Addressing an assembly organised by UCPN-M in the National ca
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Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda said his party will fight 'till the last moment' to ensure peace and constitution in the country. Addressing an assembly organised by UCPN-M in the National capital Kathmandu to mark the beginning of mass uprisings during the people's movements in 2046 BS and 2062/63 BS, chairman Dahal said that his party will continue to struggle to ensure promulgation of a 'people's constitution' and completion of the peace process in order to protect the achievements of the people's movements so far. Warning against conspiracies being hatched to devoid the country of peace and constitution, he said, "The reactionary and regressive forces were never in favor of federalism and democratic republic. They are also against the restructuring of the state along ethnic, racial and regional lines and hence are engaged in all kinds of conspiracy against the changes the country has seen in recent years."
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April - 7 
Vice President Paramananda Jha has said the President Ram Baran Yadav should step ahead and give a political outlet to the nation if political parties fail to fulfill their mandate. "The President should carry out his constitutional duty as the Inter
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Vice President Paramananda Jha has said the President Ram Baran Yadav should step ahead and give a political outlet to the nation if political parties fail to fulfill their mandate. "The President should carry out his constitutional duty as the Interim Constitution recognises him as its protector -- if the political parties fail to fulfill their mandate," he said adding, "The country cannot be left in a mess. Somebody has to take charge." Since the outline of the constitution has not been determined yet, there is no possibility of the new constitution being issued on May 28, Jha asserted. Contrasting the views of the President that a constitution prepared on the basis of "technical majority of two thirds" would not be sustainable, Jha said there no possibility of broad consensus on the constitution and that the constitution could be issued with two thirds majority of the CA.
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April - 7 
Colombo Page reports that the Canada Border Service Agency (CBSA), on April 7, asked the Canadian Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB) to deport a Sri Lankan Tamil migrant for his role in the human smuggling operation that brought hundreds of Tamil re
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Colombo Page reports that the Canada Border Service Agency (CBSA), on April 7, asked the Canadian Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB) to deport a Sri Lankan Tamil migrant for his role in the human smuggling operation that brought hundreds of Tamil refugees to Canada aboard the Thai cargo ship MV Sun Sea in August 2010. At a hearing before the IRB, Kenny Nicolaou, a lawyer for CBSA said that the Tamil migrant was one of the organizers of the human smuggling operation and asked the IRB to deport the person. The Tamil migrant, who is identified only by a number, was the first refugee claimant from the MV Sun Sea to face the IRB over allegations of human smuggling.
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April - 7 
De-mining groups recovered 540 APMs, one Unexploded Ordnance (UXO), seven electric mines, one claymore mine, eight hand grenades, one LTTE hand grenade, seven 80-mm mortar bombs used for trappings and six 60-mm mortar bombs from Eachalaweka, Thampana
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De-mining groups recovered 540 APMs, one Unexploded Ordnance (UXO), seven electric mines, one claymore mine, eight hand grenades, one LTTE hand grenade, seven 80-mm mortar bombs used for trappings and six 60-mm mortar bombs from Eachalaweka, Thampanaikulam, Navatkulam, Mahilankulam, Marathamadu, Gajabapura, Kokkuthuduvai, Adampan and Manawalanpaddamurippu areas.
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April - 7 
Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Chavakachcheri, Maligai, Vavunikulam, Monarawewa and Kokkutuduvai areas in the North recovered one hand grenade, one 81 mm mortar bomb, 25 Anti Personnel Mines (APMs) and four
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Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Chavakachcheri, Maligai, Vavunikulam, Monarawewa and Kokkutuduvai areas in the North recovered one hand grenade, one 81 mm mortar bomb, 25 Anti Personnel Mines (APMs) and four 60-mm mortar bombs on April 7.
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April - 7 
Sri Lankan Foreign Minister G.L. Peiris called for his Government to be given “space'' to deal with the legacy of three decades of ethnic conflict and rejected allegations of “Triumphalism'' saying Colombo was engaged in rehabilitation and reconcili
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Sri Lankan Foreign Minister G.L. Peiris called for his Government to be given “space'' to deal with the legacy of three decades of ethnic conflict and rejected allegations of “Triumphalism'' saying Colombo was engaged in rehabilitation and reconciliation, The Hindu reported on April 7. Denying criticism that the government had been too slow to deal with the humanitarian crisis, he said “significant'' progress had been made in infrastructure development and in rehabilitating those affected by the conflict, including former cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).
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April - 7 
Sri Lankan Prime Minister D.M. Jayaratne informed Parliament on April 7 that over 6,000 former members of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) had been handed over to their families after rehabilitation, reports Colombo Page. Speaking during t
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Sri Lankan Prime Minister D.M. Jayaratne informed Parliament on April 7 that over 6,000 former members of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) had been handed over to their families after rehabilitation, reports Colombo Page. Speaking during the debate on the extension of emergency regulations in the parliament, Jayaratne said that a few of the former LTTE members who were re-integrated into society had been arrested after receiving information about their alleged involvement in attempts to carry out terrorist activities.
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April - 7 
The Sri Lankan Government and the major Tamil party, Tamil National Alliance (TNA), met on April 7 for the fourth round of discussions on resolving issues faced by the Tamil community in the country. The TNA team was headed by TNA parliamentary group
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The Sri Lankan Government and the major Tamil party, Tamil National Alliance (TNA), met on April 7 for the fourth round of discussions on resolving issues faced by the Tamil community in the country. The TNA team was headed by TNA parliamentary group leader Trincomalee District parliamentarian R. Sampanthan. The government and the TNA had so far held three rounds of discussions on solving the ethnic issue.
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April - 8 
IBNS reports that two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres including a minor surrendered in Jajpur District on April 8. The duo, Anil and Baya, surrendered before the Superintendent of Police (SP) Dhirendra S. Kutey. “Since five years
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IBNS reports that two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres including a minor surrendered in Jajpur District on April 8. The duo, Anil and Baya, surrendered before the Superintendent of Police (SP) Dhirendra S. Kutey. “Since five years Baya is working with the Maoists and Anil has been working for the last one and half years with the Maoists and they were involved in various violent Maoist activities”, the SP said. Police said that under central Government's rehabilitation policy, the surrendered Maoists would be provided with occupational assistance to make them professionally active and earn their daily bread.
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April - 8 
It has been reported on April 8, that a Special Investigating Team (SIT), constituted by the Police for investigations in fake gun license racket with countrywide ramifications, has detected and seized 269 more fake licenses from Rajouri and Poonch D
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It has been reported on April 8, that a Special Investigating Team (SIT), constituted by the Police for investigations in fake gun license racket with countrywide ramifications, has detected and seized 269 more fake licenses from Rajouri and Poonch Districts of Jammu and Pune City of Maharashtra. With this, total number of fake gun licenses seized or detected by the SIT has touched 2000. Fake gun license racket had roots in at least four States, namely, Maharashtra, Haryana, Rajasthan and Gujarat, where a number of youth from these twin border districts working as security guards on the basis of guns secured on illegal licenses, have deserted their place of posting in apprehension of their arrest. Besides former Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Mendhar Mukhtiar Choudhary and a clerk Mohammad Qasim, nearly half a dozen accused in the racket are still absconding. Rests of them have been arrested by the SIT.
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April - 8 
Mohammad Farooq, the Mirwaiz of central Kashmir, was killed by Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists in Srinagar in 1990 and the Mirwaiz of Anantnag, Qazi Nisar, was killed by the terrorist in 1994, adds The Times of India. Maulana Showkat was also arre
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Mohammad Farooq, the Mirwaiz of central Kashmir, was killed by Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) terrorists in Srinagar in 1990 and the Mirwaiz of Anantnag, Qazi Nisar, was killed by the terrorist in 1994, adds The Times of India. Maulana Showkat was also arrested under the Public Safety Act (PSA) for leading processions during Amarnath land row in 2008, reports Daily Excelsior. He was a close aid of Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) Chief Yasin Malik, moderate Hurriyat Chairman Umar Farooq and at the same time, he was equally liked by the mainstream politicians and even New Delhi representatives in Kashmir. He was also among the first who had demanded a fresh enquiry into the killings of separatist leaders including Mirwaiz Farooq, Abdul Gani Lone and Qazi Nissar. Separatist and political leaders condemned the killing with the moderate faction of Hurriyat Conference calling for a shutdown tomorrow while its hardline faction termed it as an "act of terrorism." Mirwaiz has already called for a general strike tomorrow in protest against the killings.Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has strongly condemned the blast at Maisuma, Srinagar in which Showkat Ahmad has lost his life. Within hours of an IED blast killing Shah, Army intercepted a message from Pakistan-based terror group Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) Spokesperson Abdullah Gaznavi, purportedly directing a local media person to disseminate information that the attack was carried out by Hindu groups.
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April - 8 
Nagaland Post reports that Union Home Minister P Chidambaram on April 8 invited the anti-talks faction of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF) led by its ‘military chief’ Paresh Baruah for talks. He urged the people of Assam to vote for pea
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Nagaland Post reports that Union Home Minister P Chidambaram on April 8 invited the anti-talks faction of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF) led by its ‘military chief’ Paresh Baruah for talks. He urged the people of Assam to vote for peace as the peace process initiated by the Congress Government of Tarun Gogoi has yielded positive results. The Union Home Minister claimed that there was a dramatic turnaround in the law and order situation in Assam and almost every insurgent faction is in the negotiation mode.
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April - 8 
PTI reports that a teacher and four villagers were suspected to have been abducted by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres at Dalia village in Medininagar in Palamu District on April 8. "We suspect abduction of a teacher, Ismail Ansari
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PTI reports that a teacher and four villagers were suspected to have been abducted by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres at Dalia village in Medininagar in Palamu District on April 8. "We suspect abduction of a teacher, Ismail Ansari and four other villagers by Maoists last night though their family members have not informed the Police yet”, Superintendent of Police, Anup T Mathew, said. Ansari is a teacher of Chhatarpur Middle School at Dalia.
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April - 8 
Separatists and terrorists in the North East states of India committed serious human rights abuses, an official United States (US) report, said on April 8, even as it slammed the Government for extra-judicial killings, states Daily Excelsior. "Separa
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Separatists and terrorists in the North East states of India committed serious human rights abuses, an official United States (US) report, said on April 8, even as it slammed the Government for extra-judicial killings, states Daily Excelsior. "Separatist insurgents and terrorists in the North Eastern States, Jammu and Kashmir and the Naxalite belt committed numerous serious abuses, including killing Army personnel, Police, Government officials, and civilians," said the US State Department’s Country Reports on Human Rights Practices for 2010. "Insurgents engaged in widespread torture, rape, beheadings, kidnapping, and extortion. The number of incidents, however, declined compared with the previous year," said the Congressional-mandated annual report released by Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
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April - 8 
The US State Department’s Country Reports on Human Rights Practices for 2010 stated that separatists and terrorists of Jammu and Kashmir committed serious human rights abuses including killing Armed Forces Personnel, Police, Government officials, and
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The US State Department’s Country Reports on Human Rights Practices for 2010 stated that separatists and terrorists of Jammu and Kashmir committed serious human rights abuses including killing Armed Forces Personnel, Police, Government officials, and civilians. The number of incidents, however, declined compared with the previous year, said the Congressional-mandated annual report released by Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
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April - 8 
Three PREPAK cadres, identified as Ningthoujam Nongthomba (38) Phairenbam Jugeshwor (44) and Tongbram Boy (27), were arrested at Shija hospital crossing, Langol of Imphal West District on April 8, reports Kanglaonline. Three of them joined PREPAK abo
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Three PREPAK cadres, identified as Ningthoujam Nongthomba (38) Phairenbam Jugeshwor (44) and Tongbram Boy (27), were arrested at Shija hospital crossing, Langol of Imphal West District on April 8, reports Kanglaonline. Three of them joined PREPAK about three months back through ‘sergeant major’ Rajesh and had been working under him. They further disclosed that they were involved in a bomb attack along with ‘sergeant major’ Rajesh at a place in Uripok Tourangbam Leikai of Imphal recently. They were also involved in various cases of extortions to different organisations.
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April - 8 
Times of India reports that a Police constable, Dhananjay Mhaske was killed in an encounter between Special Operation Squad and Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres near Kandoli village in Etapalli tehsil (administrative division) of G
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Times of India reports that a Police constable, Dhananjay Mhaske was killed in an encounter between Special Operation Squad and Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres near Kandoli village in Etapalli tehsil (administrative division) of Gadchiroli District in the evening of April 8. While three more constables, Shankar Pungati, Prashant Mesharam and Sunil Tore were injured in the incident, reported PTI. Police sources said that a C-60 party was carrying out anti-Maoists operations in the jungle near Kandoli village when lurking Maoists ambushed the troopers at around 4pm, according to The Times of India. The troopers retaliated, and an encounter started between the two sides. Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP), Aheri Ranjan Kumar Sharma confirmed the death of one of the troopers in the encounter with the Maoists.
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April - 8 
Unidentified militants on April 8 killed Jamiat-e-Ahlihadith leader Moulvi Showkat Ahmad Shah (55), a liberal voice who had denounced stone-pelting and was engaged with Centre's interlocutors, by triggering an Impoverished Explosive Device (IED) near
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Unidentified militants on April 8 killed Jamiat-e-Ahlihadith leader Moulvi Showkat Ahmad Shah (55), a liberal voice who had denounced stone-pelting and was engaged with Centre's interlocutors, by triggering an Impoverished Explosive Device (IED) near a mosque gate before Friday’s prayer in Maisuma area, adjacent to Lal Chowk in Srinagar, reports Daily Excelsior. Militants had earlier fired at his car in 2006 and hurled a grenade at his house in Lal Bazar in outskirts of Srinagar in 2008. Shah is the third cleric killed during the two-decade-old militancy in Jammu & Kashmir.
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April - 8 
A person suspected to have links with Afghan Taliban was arrested along with explosives during search of the Quetta-bound Chaman passenger train at the Chaman railway station. The sources said that explosive material was packed in cartons.
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A person suspected to have links with Afghan Taliban was arrested along with explosives during search of the Quetta-bound Chaman passenger train at the Chaman railway station. The sources said that explosive material was packed in cartons.
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April - 8 
A person, identified as Abdul Hameed, was killed and 15 others, including nine Frontier Corps (FC) personnel, were injured in a remote controlled blast in Chitkan Bazaar area of Panjgur District in Balochistan on April 8, reports Daily Times. Sources
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A person, identified as Abdul Hameed, was killed and 15 others, including nine Frontier Corps (FC) personnel, were injured in a remote controlled blast in Chitkan Bazaar area of Panjgur District in Balochistan on April 8, reports Daily Times. Sources said that unidentified militants had attached an explosive device with a motorbike and parked it in the main Chitkan Bazaar. They detonated it through a remote control when a vehicle of the FC was passing by the area.
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April - 8 
An unidentified militants blew up a power pylon of 220KV transmission line in Lehri area of Sibi District. Bomb Disposal Squad recovered 20 kilogrammes of explosive materials from another power pylon in the same area.
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An unidentified militants blew up a power pylon of 220KV transmission line in Lehri area of Sibi District. Bomb Disposal Squad recovered 20 kilogrammes of explosive materials from another power pylon in the same area.
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April - 8 
Crime Investigation Department of Sindh Police arrested two suspected militants belonging to the Qari Shakeel group of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) from Sohrab Goth of Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh on April 8, reports The Express Tribu
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Crime Investigation Department of Sindh Police arrested two suspected militants belonging to the Qari Shakeel group of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) from Sohrab Goth of Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh on April 8, reports The Express Tribune. The arrested militants were identified as Shahid alias Goli and Mohammad Sharif alias Malang. Two pistols and ammunition were recovered from their hideout. A hit list, which included names of prominent political party leaders and traders in Karachi, was also recovered from their possession.
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April - 8 
The Station Head Officer (SHO) Shoba Police Station Abdul Satar and his security guard Husnain were injured in a powerful bomb explosion at Rehman Colony in Shoba Bazaar area of Peshawar, the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 8, repor
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The Station Head Officer (SHO) Shoba Police Station Abdul Satar and his security guard Husnain were injured in a powerful bomb explosion at Rehman Colony in Shoba Bazaar area of Peshawar, the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 8, reports Daily Times. The SHO was on his way to work when the roadside bomb placed at Rehman Colony went off.
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April - 8 
Two tribesmen and an Afghan national were killed on charges of spying for United States in two separate places in North Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 8, reports Daily Times. Sources said that the dead body o
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Two tribesmen and an Afghan national were killed on charges of spying for United States in two separate places in North Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 8, reports Daily Times. Sources said that the dead body of Aziz, an Afghan national, was found near Nowrek village in Mir Ali tehsil (revenue unit) and those of two local tribesmen, Inayatullah and Shah Wali, were spotted in Pir Kali area near Miramshah. Chits strapped to the bodies said the three had been killed because they were spying for the US.
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April - 8 
Umar Fidayee (14), the teenage suicide bomber who was arrested as an accomplice to suicide attackers of the shrine of Sufi saint Ahmed Sultan, popularly known as Sakhi Sarwar, in Dera Ghazi Khan District of Punjab on April 3, confessed that up to 400
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Umar Fidayee (14), the teenage suicide bomber who was arrested as an accomplice to suicide attackers of the shrine of Sufi saint Ahmed Sultan, popularly known as Sakhi Sarwar, in Dera Ghazi Khan District of Punjab on April 3, confessed that up to 400 suicide bombers are being trained in North Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), Daily Times reported on April 9. He made the remarks in an interview aired on April 8 from his hospital bedside, where he is being treated after detonating a hand grenade. “I was trained for two months and saw many boys being trained there,” he said, going on to appeal on Pakistanis to “please forgive me”. “God has given me a new life but I am sad that we killed innocent people, innocent children,” he added.
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April - 8 
Chairman of the UCPN-M Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda has said that his party was fully committed to completing the peace process and the constitution drafting process, according to Himalayan Times. He said both the process can be completed on time
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Chairman of the UCPN-M Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda has said that his party was fully committed to completing the peace process and the constitution drafting process, according to Himalayan Times. He said both the process can be completed on time if all the parties were honest to it. A meeting of the office bearers of UCPN-M decided to take up four issues, including the Government's “unilateral decision to bring in the full budget” and the “stagnancy in the implementation of seven-point agreement” with the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML). The meeting, however, failed to finalise the names of the party leaders to be allotted the remaining ministerial portfolios of the Government.
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April - 8 
Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) leader Krishna Bahadur Mahara said that his party is against the extension of the tenure of the Constituent Assembly (CA), reports Nepal News. Addressing a programme
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Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) leader Krishna Bahadur Mahara said that his party is against the extension of the tenure of the Constituent Assembly (CA), reports Nepal News. Addressing a programme on April 8, Mahara also expressed doubt over the promulgation of the new statute on time as the parties are yet to finalise some major issues including the federal model. However, the minister maintained that the UCPN-M has been lobbying with the major three parties to forge consensus on all the pending issues to meeting the CA deadline. He also claimed the logical conclusion of the ongoing peace process and timely statute are the main priority of the Government. DPM Mahara also said his party is of the opinion that the constitution drafting would speed up if major parties become serious about army integration and finalising the federal model of new Nepal.
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April - 8 
Prime Minister Jhala Nath Khanal has said that the Government will get full shape within two days. He said preparations are underway to give full shape to the Government and urged all to assist the Government to conclude the ongoing peace process and
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Prime Minister Jhala Nath Khanal has said that the Government will get full shape within two days. He said preparations are underway to give full shape to the Government and urged all to assist the Government to conclude the ongoing peace process and constitution writing.
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April - 8 
De-mining groups recovered 200 APMs and one 60-mm mortar bomb from Thampanaikulam, Mahilankulam and Kokkutuduwai areas.
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De-mining groups recovered 200 APMs and one 60-mm mortar bomb from Thampanaikulam, Mahilankulam and Kokkutuduwai areas.
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April - 8 
Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Maligai, Monarawewa and Kokkutuduwai areas in the North recovered 27 Anti Personnel Mines (APMs) April 8
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Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Maligai, Monarawewa and Kokkutuduwai areas in the North recovered 27 Anti Personnel Mines (APMs) April 8
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April - 8 
The 2010 Human Rights Report released by the United State Department of State on April 8, said that the Sri Lankan Government and its agents continued to be responsible for serious human rights problems in the country, according to Colombo Page. The
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The 2010 Human Rights Report released by the United State Department of State on April 8, said that the Sri Lankan Government and its agents continued to be responsible for serious human rights problems in the country, according to Colombo Page. The report alleged that Lankan Security Forces (SFs) committed arbitrary and unlawful killings and tortured and abused detainees and that the authorities arbitrarily arrested and detained citizens creating fear among minority populations. "In the east and the north, military intelligence and other Security Personnel, sometimes working with armed paramilitaries, carried out documented and undocumented detentions of civilians suspected of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) connections," the report observed.
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April - 8 
Troops in the East recovered 11 APMs and one hand grenade from Welikanda and Punani areas in Batticaloa District.
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Troops in the East recovered 11 APMs and one hand grenade from Welikanda and Punani areas in Batticaloa District.
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April - 9 
PTI reports that following a tip-off regarding the presence of about 10 cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) troopers, local Police and District Voluntary Force (DVF) raided a Maoists cam
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PTI reports that following a tip-off regarding the presence of about 10 cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) troopers, local Police and District Voluntary Force (DVF) raided a Maoists camp at Bali Hills in Keonjhar District in the night of April 9. The Maoist camp was neutralised and the Police recovered a huge cache of explosives. "This is the biggest haul from any Maoist camp in the District," Keonjhar Superintendent of Police (SP) Ashish Singh told reporters adding that the Security Force Personnel had to defuse some land mines in order to reach the Maoist camp. The recovered materials included one Global Positioning System (GPS) set, 72 detonators, battery, country made guns, gelatin sticks, electric fuse wire, country made bomb, landmines, CD, radio, medicines, thermometers, Maoist literature, books, letters, posters, leaflets and other items, the SP said. The Maoists having links with Maoist leader Sushil had put up the camp to train their cadre inside the forests of the District, the SP added.
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April - 9 
Shillong Times on April 9 reports that the State Police intensified operations in certain areas of Garo Hills to crack down the suspected Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants, who had shot dead five migrant coal labourers in South Garo Hill
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Shillong Times on April 9 reports that the State Police intensified operations in certain areas of Garo Hills to crack down the suspected Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants, who had shot dead five migrant coal labourers in South Garo Hills District on April 5. Asserting that the massacre was the handiwork of the suspected GNLA, a senior Police Official on April 8 said operations are in full swing to track down the GNLA militants who are terrorising people in Garo Hills
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April - 9 
Times of India reports that a top cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) identified as Mangal Singh Munda (28) was arrested from Humta village under Bundu Police Station in Ranchi District in the night of April 9. Mangal, a residen
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Times of India reports that a top cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) identified as Mangal Singh Munda (28) was arrested from Humta village under Bundu Police Station in Ranchi District in the night of April 9. Mangal, a resident of Edeldih village under Tamar Police Station had been to jail in 2006, for killing his wife and after coming out he joined the Maoists. The Police also recovered two loaded magazines of the gun, a carbine and 18 bullets from his possession. He was arrested from the residence of Madhu Munda, another top Maoist who managed to escape taking advantage of darkness. "They are not senior-rank Maoists but recently three-four former Maoists have united to form a group to extort levy from contractors," said Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Praveen Kumar Singh.
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April - 9 
Times of India reports that many industries located in Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) dominated areas are forced to buy peace with the Left Wing Extremists (LWE) due to insecure environment. Speaking at a Confederation of Indian Industr
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Times of India reports that many industries located in Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) dominated areas are forced to buy peace with the Left Wing Extremists (LWE) due to insecure environment. Speaking at a Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) organised seminar on "Security Dimensions of Development Disparities" in New Delhi on April 9, Union Home Secretary Gopal K Pillai said the Maoists often serve extortion notices to many industries located in central and eastern India where the LWE have a strong presence. He said that due to insecure environment and thin presence of Security Forces (SFs), the industries are forced to pay extortion money for their safety and smooth running of the business. "The Government and industry must work together to tackle the challenge urgently as the information revolution has led to greater awareness and the masses are unwilling to wait," he added. It was also stated by him that, currently, almost 81 per cent of crime in India is committed by first-timers and the maximum numbers of criminals are between the ages of 16-28.
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April - 9 
Times of India reports that the Joint Forces during a combing operation arrested a cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist)-backed People’s Committee against Police Atrocities (PCPA) identified as Sanjay Mahato (22), one of the accus
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Times of India reports that the Joint Forces during a combing operation arrested a cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist)-backed People’s Committee against Police Atrocities (PCPA) identified as Sanjay Mahato (22), one of the accused in the Gyaneshwari Express derailment incident which killed 148 passengers on May 28, 2010, from Jaljali village under Jhargram Police Station of West Midnapore District late on April 9. Jhargram Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Mukesh Kumar said Sanjay was picked up from house at Barobigha village in Manikpara Phari during a combing operation. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) had announced a reward of INR 50,000 for information on his whereabouts. "We have informed the CBI about Sanjay's arrest," Kumar said.
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April - 9 
30 suspected militants were arrested and five land mines were also neutralised by the Security Forces (SFs) in Saafi area.
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30 suspected militants were arrested and five land mines were also neutralised by the Security Forces (SFs) in Saafi area.
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April - 9 
A police official, identified as Head Constable Javed Iqbal, and another man, Jan Mohammad, were shot dead in Musa Colony of Sariab Road area in Quetta of Balochistan in the night of April 9, reports Dawn.
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A police official, identified as Head Constable Javed Iqbal, and another man, Jan Mohammad, were shot dead in Musa Colony of Sariab Road area in Quetta of Balochistan in the night of April 9, reports Dawn.
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April - 9 
A total of 3,169 people have been killed and 6,540 others injured in 2,488 terrorist attacks in Pakistan and Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) during the past three years, Interior Minister Rehman Malik said in a written reply to a question in the Sena
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A total of 3,169 people have been killed and 6,540 others injured in 2,488 terrorist attacks in Pakistan and Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) during the past three years, Interior Minister Rehman Malik said in a written reply to a question in the Senate or upper house of Parliament on April 9, reports Times of India. Rehman Malik said that 1,579 people were killed in 2008-09 while another 1,590 lost their lives in 2009-10. There were 1,157 acts of terrorism during 2008-09 and 1,331 incidents of terror during 2009-10. The rest of the incidents occurred 2011 year. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province bore the brunt of suicide attacks, which killed 1,524 people in the region. Punjab recorded 605 deaths, Sindh 134, Islamabad 125 and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir 11. The reply did not give the figures for Balochistan province and the. Malik said 360 people allegedly involved in bomb attacks were arrested since 2008. A total of 222 of these suspects were acquitted by courts, including 172 in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, 36 in Punjab and 14 in Islamabad. In response to another question, Malik said the Government had banned four outfits including Lashkar-e-Islam, Ansar-ul-Islam, the Haji Namdar group and Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan’s Punjab chapter in June and August 2008
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April - 9 
One Army official died in a clash with militants in Saafi area of Mohmand Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 9, reports Dawn.
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One Army official died in a clash with militants in Saafi area of Mohmand Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 9, reports Dawn.
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April - 9 
President Asif Ali Zardari on April 9 said that regional cooperation and trans-national linkages are essential for effectively fighting terrorism and South Asian countries have a collective responsibility to frame strategies to rid the region of mili
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President Asif Ali Zardari on April 9 said that regional cooperation and trans-national linkages are essential for effectively fighting terrorism and South Asian countries have a collective responsibility to frame strategies to rid the region of militancy, reports Times of India. President Asif Ali Zardari made the remarks during a meeting with visiting South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) Secretary General Fathimath Dhiyana Saeed. "It was, therefore, national and collective responsibility to make sincere efforts and implement strategies to rid the South Asian region of terrorism and militancy," Asif Ali Zardari said. The two leaders discussed matters related to terrorism, drug trafficking and socio-economic cooperation among member states of the SAARC. "Regional cooperation in South Asia is the only realistic way forward for which the SAARC should be made more relevant and visible," Asif Ali Zardari added.
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April - 9 
Security Forces (SFs) killed seven militants in Matta area of Swat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 9, reports Dawn. According to sources, militants were trying to force their way into the Matta area, when SFs opened fire in retaliation, kille
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Security Forces (SFs) killed seven militants in Matta area of Swat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 9, reports Dawn. According to sources, militants were trying to force their way into the Matta area, when SFs opened fire in retaliation, killed seven militants.
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April - 9 
Three suspected militants were arrested by Security Forces (SFs) from the Civil Lines Police Station of Lahore in Punjab on April 9, reports Daily Times. Explosives and other items were recovered from their possession. Identification of the arrested
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Three suspected militants were arrested by Security Forces (SFs) from the Civil Lines Police Station of Lahore in Punjab on April 9, reports Daily Times. Explosives and other items were recovered from their possession. Identification of the arrested militants were yet to be disclosed.
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April - 9 
Two more decomposed bodies of missing persons were recovered in Tasp area of Panjgur District in Balochistan on April 9, reports Daily Times. Sources said that both the victims had been shot in the head multiple times. Identification of the bodies ha
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Two more decomposed bodies of missing persons were recovered in Tasp area of Panjgur District in Balochistan on April 9, reports Daily Times. Sources said that both the victims had been shot in the head multiple times. Identification of the bodies has not been ascertained as yet
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April - 9 
Four persons were injured when the cadres of an underground ethnic outfit, Kirat Janabadi Workers Party (KJWP), attacked Pangacha Village Development Committee (VDC) in Bhojpur District that borders with Udaypur District, on April 9, reports Kantipur
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Four persons were injured when the cadres of an underground ethnic outfit, Kirat Janabadi Workers Party (KJWP), attacked Pangacha Village Development Committee (VDC) in Bhojpur District that borders with Udaypur District, on April 9, reports Kantipuronline. The KJWP had ‘accused’ the victims - Man Bahadur Bista, Balaram Rai, Rajendra Katuwal and Ram Bahadur Katuwal - of trading timber from the District without procuring the party's permission. The cadres of the outfit also attacked Sitaram Koirala of Chaundadi VDC on the same day. The KJWP, purportedly waging an armed struggle against the establishment for an autonomous Kirat State, has intensified its activities in various parts of Bhojpur and Udaypur Districts in the recent days.
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April - 9 
Nepali Congress (NC) leader Ram Saran Mahat on April 9 said that Army integration model as proposed by the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) would not be acceptable, not only to his party but to other parties also, according to Nepal N
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Nepali Congress (NC) leader Ram Saran Mahat on April 9 said that Army integration model as proposed by the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) would not be acceptable, not only to his party but to other parties also, according to Nepal News. Mahat, who is also a member of the Army Integration Special Committee, claimed that Maoist leaders have been trying to create a separate force of their combatants by breaching the Interim Constitution and the Comprehensive Peace Accord.
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April - 10 
A person suspected to be a key conspirator in the hijacking of Indian Airlines plane IC-814(December 24, 1999) was arrested in Chile, Times of India reported on April 11. Highly-placed sources in the Government and the Central Bureau of Investigation
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A person suspected to be a key conspirator in the hijacking of Indian Airlines plane IC-814(December 24, 1999) was arrested in Chile, Times of India reported on April 11. Highly-placed sources in the Government and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) said that the Chilean Police informed the CBI that they had detained a person identified as Abdul Rauf and that there was also an Interpol Red Corner notice pending against him. The sources said that the Chilean Police had also sent his finger prints for verification but the CBI expressed its inability as neither Rauf's picture nor his finger prints was available with the investigation agency. A team would be soon going to Chile to ascertain his identity as well as question him, the sources said, adding some help from western friendly intelligence agencies was likely to be taken in this connection. Abdul Rauf wanted by the CBI is the brother-in-law of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) ‘Chief’ Maulana Masood Azhar and was among the main conspirators in the hijacking of Indian Airlines plane from Kathmandu. The JeM chief was among the three terrorists exchanged for the plane and over 160 passengers after eight-days of negotiations carried out at Kandhahar, a city in Southern Afghanistan.
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April - 10 
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Raman Singh has described Naxals as the "biggest threat" to democracy and vowed to pursue its current policies to eliminate the Maoist menace, reports IBNLive. Naxalism and terrorism are the "biggest threat" to the country
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Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Raman Singh has described Naxals as the "biggest threat" to democracy and vowed to pursue its current policies to eliminate the Maoist menace, reports IBNLive. Naxalism and terrorism are the "biggest threat" to the country and its democracy. If democracy is to be kept alive, the Naxal violence has to be eliminated, he said at a function in Raipur District on April 10. The State will remain firm on its policies while tackling the Naxal violence, Singh said, adding the people of Chhattisgarh are with the Government in this fight.
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April - 10 
Five People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadres were arrested from Hiyangthang Bazaar in Imphal West District on April 10. One point 32 pistol, one 9 mm pistol with magazine having four live rounds and one Chinese hand grenade were re
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Five People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadres were arrested from Hiyangthang Bazaar in Imphal West District on April 10. One point 32 pistol, one 9 mm pistol with magazine having four live rounds and one Chinese hand grenade were recovered from them.
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April - 10 
General Officer Commanding (GOC) of Kupwara based 28th Infantry Division Major General S K Chakravorty said that, the militants will try to infiltrate any time and the Army is ready to tackle them, according to Kashmir Times. Earlier, in a press conf
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General Officer Commanding (GOC) of Kupwara based 28th Infantry Division Major General S K Chakravorty said that, the militants will try to infiltrate any time and the Army is ready to tackle them, according to Kashmir Times. Earlier, in a press conference, GOC of strategic 15th Corps Lt General Syed Atta Hasnain said, 600-700 militants are waiting to cross into Kashmir from the other side. Accordingly, the Army vigil has been intensified on Line of Control (LoC) in frontier District of Kupwara which is stated to be one important route for militants to infiltrate and move towards hinterland. According to Defence officials in 2010, 470 infiltration bids were made by militants and during the foiling of bids around 125 militants were killed at LoC while militants tried to sneak into three districts of Baramulla, Bandipora and Kupwara in North Kashmir. Further, GOC Chakravorty said the Army has equipped its units with high-tech devices to check any attempts by infiltrators to enter Indian Territory. He also informed that his division has three difficult sectors of infiltration to cater, namely Machil Sector, Tangdhar Sector and Keran Sector, all in Kupwara District, having a difficult terrain. The senior Army Officer said that around 39 militants were killed last year while foiling the infiltration bids on LoC in these three sectors. He said that militant have changed the infiltration strategy, “Now reception parties wait for the infiltrators and they are using Global Positioning System (GPS) and other sophisticated devices while they infiltrate,” Chakravorty said adding that it is difficult to change the infiltration route. “The infiltration routes are same as they were in 1990s and it is very difficult to change them because of tougher terrains on other routes”.
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April - 10 
In its sustained campaign to prevent smuggling of arms and ammunition and to maintain normalcy in Barak Valley Zone with its border with Bangladesh, the mounting vigilance by the Army has resulted in arresting a number of arms and ammunition smuggler
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In its sustained campaign to prevent smuggling of arms and ammunition and to maintain normalcy in Barak Valley Zone with its border with Bangladesh, the mounting vigilance by the Army has resulted in arresting a number of arms and ammunition smugglers, reports Sentinel. One gun smuggler identified as Abdul Rauf of village Shakhikanisahil in Karimganj District was arrested on April 10. 19 gelatin sticks, 23 detonators and one 12 bore Smooth Bore Muzzle Loading (SBML) rifle were recovered from him.
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April - 10 
Militants set on fire a Panchayat (village level local self government institution) Building in Machipora village of Handwara area in Kupwara District. This is the second incident of militants setting fire to a Panchayat Building in Handwara area, th
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Militants set on fire a Panchayat (village level local self government institution) Building in Machipora village of Handwara area in Kupwara District. This is the second incident of militants setting fire to a Panchayat Building in Handwara area, the earlier incident happened on April 5 in the Galoora area. The multi-phased Panchayat elections will be held in State over the next six weeks after a gap of 10 years.
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April - 10 
Militants shot dead Sajad Ahmad Dar (22) in Kralteng area of Sopore in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir on April 10, reports Daily Excelsior. Police officials have registered a case in this regard and have launched investigations into the inci
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Militants shot dead Sajad Ahmad Dar (22) in Kralteng area of Sopore in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir on April 10, reports Daily Excelsior. Police officials have registered a case in this regard and have launched investigations into the incident. Sajad's house is located near the residence of Arifa and Akhtar, the two girls who were killed by militants in the same area on January 31. The houses of both Sajad and the two girls are located near the shrine of Rahim Sahib and the area has always remained in news due to presence of militants and their activities.
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April - 10 
One cadre of People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), identified as Laithangbam Kabocha (28) was arrested from Phayeng Junction of Kangchup road in Imphal West District along with one 9 mm pistol along with three live rounds. He joined PR
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One cadre of People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), identified as Laithangbam Kabocha (28) was arrested from Phayeng Junction of Kangchup road in Imphal West District along with one 9 mm pistol along with three live rounds. He joined PREPAK through one Kokai, ‘2nd lieutenant’ of the party in the year 2004 and is presently working under a ‘sergeant major’ of the party called Rajesh.
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April - 10 
Sangai Express reports that unidentified militants exploded a hand grenade at the residence of a Primary school teacher, Muhammad Nashir, at Lilong bazaar in Imphal West District on April 10. However, nobody was injured in the incident.
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Sangai Express reports that unidentified militants exploded a hand grenade at the residence of a Primary school teacher, Muhammad Nashir, at Lilong bazaar in Imphal West District on April 10. However, nobody was injured in the incident.
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April - 10 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested one cadre of Umar Farooq faction of People’s United Liberation Front (PULF), identified as Muhammad Rafizuddin (27), near YK College in Wangjimg area of Thoubal District. He confessed that he is an active member of PULF
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested one cadre of Umar Farooq faction of People’s United Liberation Front (PULF), identified as Muhammad Rafizuddin (27), near YK College in Wangjimg area of Thoubal District. He confessed that he is an active member of PULF Umar Farooq faction and working in the finance section.
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April - 10 
The Hindu reports that an estimated 70-75 per cent of the electorate voted in the second and final phase of elections to Assam's 64 Assembly seats on April 11. Most of the Bodo-dominated seats and some constituencies dominated by minorities recorded
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The Hindu reports that an estimated 70-75 per cent of the electorate voted in the second and final phase of elections to Assam's 64 Assembly seats on April 11. Most of the Bodo-dominated seats and some constituencies dominated by minorities recorded a heavy turnout. This phase was crucial for both the Bodoland People's Front (BPF), an ally of the ruling Congress, and the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF), which is having a stronghold in the minority-dominated constituencies, as both are trying to emerge as the kingmaker. Monday's polling sealed the fate of several heavyweights, including the former Chief Minister and Leader of the Opposition, Prafulla Kumar Mahanta; Asom Gana Parishad president Chandra Mohan Patowary and nine Ministers of the ruling Congress-BPF coalition.
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April - 10 
The Maoists have threatened to kill Sikhya Sahayaks (teaching assistants) in Koraput District if they are recruited from outside the District, reports Times of India. The warning was inscribed on a banner found on the collectorate premises. The banne
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The Maoists have threatened to kill Sikhya Sahayaks (teaching assistants) in Koraput District if they are recruited from outside the District, reports Times of India. The warning was inscribed on a banner found on the collectorate premises. The banner was spotted a day after the Maoists blocked the Sunki-Ampabali road within Pottangi Police limits in protest against the arrest of their Maoist leader Chenda Bhushanam alias Ghasi on April 3.
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April - 10 
Times of India on April 10 that reports the State Director General of Police (DGP) Ajit Parasnis admitted while talking to reporters in Nagpur, that the Naxals (Left Wing Extremists) too had developed a strong intelligence network parallel to that of
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Times of India on April 10 that reports the State Director General of Police (DGP) Ajit Parasnis admitted while talking to reporters in Nagpur, that the Naxals (Left Wing Extremists) too had developed a strong intelligence network parallel to that of the Security Agencies. Parasnis visited Gadchiroli District Police Headquarters along with a team of the senior officers of State Police and Central Paramilitary Forces to pay homage to C-60 trooper Dhananjay Mhaske, killed in an encounter with the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on April 8. "The DGP also had a brief discussion with the senior officials about the compensation package that can be offered to the injured C-60 commando. The top Police Officer had been repeatedly assuring the jawan (trooper) that he would stand by his family too," said the hospital source. Parasnis, apart from attending a meeting of the personnel to hear their grievances, also took review of the law and order situation in the District. The DGP is learnt to have spent time with the senior officials discussing the details of the security arrangement and anti-Naxal operation tactics. "We had gone for a search operation after there was an input regarding presence of Naxals in that particular area. Like the Police Parties had the input regarding the Naxals, the rebels too had managed to gather information about Police presence," said Parasnis.
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April - 10 
Times of India reports that four leaders of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were arrested by Madhya Pradesh Police from an arms dump in the State capital Bhopal on April 10. The arrested leaders have been identified as Divakar Patil,
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Times of India reports that four leaders of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were arrested by Madhya Pradesh Police from an arms dump in the State capital Bhopal on April 10. The arrested leaders have been identified as Divakar Patil, Sunitha, Pentaiah and Ramesh. "A Police Officer from Guntur was summoned to confirm the identities of the rebel leaders," a source said. While Divakar is a native of Bapatla town, the other three were residents of Ponnur and Amruthalur towns in Guntur District in Andhra Pradesh. They had joined the Naxal [Left Wing Extremism] movement a decade ago and worked in Bollapalli, Veldurthy and Pullalacheruvu dalams (squad) for more than six years. "They shifted their base to MP following the aggressive Police hunt in the Nallamala region in the last four years," sources said. The antecedents of the arrested Maoists are yet to be known, police believe they might have been working in coordination with the armed dalams in the forests. "They initially worked as weapon carriers in Guntur District and subsequently promoted," a Police official said.
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April - 10 
Top Kashmiri separatist leaders Muhammad Yasin Malik, Chairman of the Pro-Azadi Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF); Shabir Ahmad Shah, Chairman of the Democratic Freedom Party (DFP); and Syed Ali Geelani, Chairman of the breakaway Hurriyat gro
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Top Kashmiri separatist leaders Muhammad Yasin Malik, Chairman of the Pro-Azadi Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF); Shabir Ahmad Shah, Chairman of the Democratic Freedom Party (DFP); and Syed Ali Geelani, Chairman of the breakaway Hurriyat group have refused the Government’s offer to provide them security in the wake of senior cleric Maulana Showkat Ahmad Shah’s assassination on April 8, reports The Peninsula. However, ‘Discreet security’ has been provided to some separatist leaders by the authorities here and guards are posted at the residences of some of them.
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April - 10 
Atleast hundred families have migrated from Bazaar Zakhakhel area in Tirah Valley of Khyber Agency to safer places due to fresh clashes between Zakhakhel tribe and LI. Amid the intense gunbattle between Zakhakhel lashkar and Mangal Bagh-led LI, local
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Atleast hundred families have migrated from Bazaar Zakhakhel area in Tirah Valley of Khyber Agency to safer places due to fresh clashes between Zakhakhel tribe and LI. Amid the intense gunbattle between Zakhakhel lashkar and Mangal Bagh-led LI, locals have started migrating to safer places in Landikotal, Jamrud and Peshawar via Ali Masjid route. Mehboobul Haq-led Ansarul Islam is also backing the Zakhakhel lashkar in Maidan, Sanda Pal and other areas in Tirah Valley.
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April - 10 
Behram Khan, the main accused of plotting twin suicide attacks on Syed Sakhi Sarwar’s shrine near Dera Ghazi Khan District of Punjab on April 3, was arrested from Gharigaal area of Mamond District in Bajaur Agency along with five other associates.
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Behram Khan, the main accused of plotting twin suicide attacks on Syed Sakhi Sarwar’s shrine near Dera Ghazi Khan District of Punjab on April 3, was arrested from Gharigaal area of Mamond District in Bajaur Agency along with five other associates.
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April - 10 
Four Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) militants including a ‘commander’ were killed during the clash with the members of Zakhakhel lashkar (tribal militia) in Bazaar Zakhakhel area in Tirah Valley of Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on
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Four Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) militants including a ‘commander’ were killed during the clash with the members of Zakhakhel lashkar (tribal militia) in Bazaar Zakhakhel area in Tirah Valley of Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 10, reports Daily Times.
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April - 10 
Terrorists based in Pakistan do not want the country to normalise its relations with India, says Pakistani Ambassador to US Hussain Haqqani, Dawn reported on April 11. In a seminar at the Harvard University, Ambassador Haqqani also described the Sub-
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Terrorists based in Pakistan do not want the country to normalise its relations with India, says Pakistani Ambassador to US Hussain Haqqani, Dawn reported on April 11. In a seminar at the Harvard University, Ambassador Haqqani also described the Sub-continent’s partition as “the worst divorce” in history and urged both India and Pakistan to work together to reduce tensions. Haqqani said that the 26/11 Mumbai terror strikes were orchestrated by extremists who wanted India and Pakistan to “go to war”. The two countries needed to work together to eliminate terrorism from the region and ensure that “there are no terrorist victims in Pakistan or in India”, he added further.
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April - 10 
Two Security Force (SFs) personnel were killed and seven others injured when militants ambushed the convoy in Baizai tehsil (revenue unit) of Mohmand Agency, reports Dawn. Officials said that SFs were engaged in a search operation in Suran Darra area
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Two Security Force (SFs) personnel were killed and seven others injured when militants ambushed the convoy in Baizai tehsil (revenue unit) of Mohmand Agency, reports Dawn. Officials said that SFs were engaged in a search operation in Suran Darra area of Baizai when they came under attack. The SFs arrested 30 suspects during a search operation in the area after the incident.
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April - 10 
NC leader Krishna Prasad Sitaula said lack of consensus among the political parties has put the constitution drafting process in limbo, adding, that the chances of the new constitution being a democratic one is very slim. He said his party would neve
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NC leader Krishna Prasad Sitaula said lack of consensus among the political parties has put the constitution drafting process in limbo, adding, that the chances of the new constitution being a democratic one is very slim. He said his party would never accept a ‘dictatorial’ constitution.
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April - 10 
Nepal News reports that the ruling parties CPN-UML and UCPN-M formed eight-member taskforce to decide on the Common Minimum Programme (CMP) for running the Government. The taskforce has been given a deadline of maximum two days to come up with the CM
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Nepal News reports that the ruling parties CPN-UML and UCPN-M formed eight-member taskforce to decide on the Common Minimum Programme (CMP) for running the Government. The taskforce has been given a deadline of maximum two days to come up with the CMP and action plan for running the government, according to one of the members
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April - 10 
Police on April 10 arrested Ashakaji Subal, who claims to be a central member of the Communist party of Nepal-Revolutionary Maoist (CPN-RM), an underground armed outfit, while he was planning to plant explosives at 15 different places in the National
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Police on April 10 arrested Ashakaji Subal, who claims to be a central member of the Communist party of Nepal-Revolutionary Maoist (CPN-RM), an underground armed outfit, while he was planning to plant explosives at 15 different places in the National Capital Kathmandu. The arrestee, who hails from Panauti-7 in Kavre District, was said to be active in donation drive, according to Police sources.
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April - 10 
The Metropolitan Police Crime Division arrested three cadres of another armed group, Samyukta Ballo Kirat Koichwan Rastriya Morcha. The arrestees, identified as Laldhoj Sunuwar, Champak Sunuwar and Sher Bahadur Sunuwar, were arrested from New Baneshw
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The Metropolitan Police Crime Division arrested three cadres of another armed group, Samyukta Ballo Kirat Koichwan Rastriya Morcha. The arrestees, identified as Laldhoj Sunuwar, Champak Sunuwar and Sher Bahadur Sunuwar, were arrested from New Baneshwor while they were walking with party paraphernalia, Police said. Sher Bahadur is a District Committee member of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) in Okhaldhunga District, while Laldhoj and Champak are District level leaders of the Matrika Yadav-led Maoist. Himalayan Times quoted Senior Superintendent of Police Hemant Malla Thakuri as saying that Police pounced on the group after receiving information that they had issued a warning letter to all VDC Secretaries in Sindhuli to shun official work or quit their jobs, saying the country was heading for a federal structure. “They had threatened the VDC Secretaries with death if their order was ignored. They were also preparing to issue warning to VDC Secretaries across the country,” he informed. According to Thakuri, the outfit was formed in 2010 with the objective of operating political activities in the interest of the Sunuwar community. Police have recovered letter pads, donation pads, organisational flags, a 20-metre long electric wire, leaflets and stamp seals.
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April - 10 
Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Spokesperson Dinanath Sharma on April 10 accused the Nepali Congress (NC) and the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) of conspiring to hinder the promulgation of a people's cons
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Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Spokesperson Dinanath Sharma on April 10 accused the Nepali Congress (NC) and the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) of conspiring to hinder the promulgation of a people's constitution, reports Kantipuronline. Sharma said that the NC and the CPN-UML are impeding the statute drafting process by disseminating rumours against Maoist. He added that a people’s revolt is inevitable provided that the new constitution is not drafted in their favour.
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April - 10 
Kushtia Councilor of Meherpur Municipality, Mizanur Rahman Ripon who was severely injured in a bomb attack on April 1, died at Apollo Hospital in the Capital city of Dhaka on April 8. A case was filed with Meherpur Sadar Police Station on April 2. Th
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Kushtia Councilor of Meherpur Municipality, Mizanur Rahman Ripon who was severely injured in a bomb attack on April 1, died at Apollo Hospital in the Capital city of Dhaka on April 8. A case was filed with Meherpur Sadar Police Station on April 2. The accused in the case are President of Meherpur District Awami League (AL) Golam Rasul, General Secretary Kazi Miajan Ali, and the incumbent Mayor of the Municipality Mutasim Billah Motu and General Secretary of District Unit Jubo League Abdullah Al Mamun Bipul. Police arrested Bipul and another activist of the same unit Abdul Momin soon after the incident. Later, the complaints against Golam Rasul and Kazi Miajan Ali were withdrawn from the case on April 3.
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April - 10 
Police arrested two cadres, Eusuf Ali (28) and Ershad Ali (25) of outlawed Purbo Bangla Communist Party (PBCP)-Sharbahara Faction from Nuruddinpur area of Sujanagar Sub-District of Pabna District on April 9, reports Daily Star. The arrestees hailed f
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Police arrested two cadres, Eusuf Ali (28) and Ershad Ali (25) of outlawed Purbo Bangla Communist Party (PBCP)-Sharbahara Faction from Nuruddinpur area of Sujanagar Sub-District of Pabna District on April 9, reports Daily Star. The arrestees hailed from Indrajitpur village in Sujanagar Sub-District
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April - 10 
Demining Groups recovered 55 APMs from Kokkuthuduvai area.
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Demining Groups recovered 55 APMs from Kokkuthuduvai area.
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April - 10 
In the East, Special Task Force (STF) personnel recovered six rocket launchers, 226 T 56 bullets, and 40 grenades in Valachchenai, Batticaloa District. The STF has reportedly made the discovery following a tip off from a former Liberation Tiger of Ta
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In the East, Special Task Force (STF) personnel recovered six rocket launchers, 226 T 56 bullets, and 40 grenades in Valachchenai, Batticaloa District. The STF has reportedly made the discovery following a tip off from a former Liberation Tiger of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadre.
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April - 10 
PTI reports that Sri Lankan Prime Minister D M Jayaratne, on April 10, said that the international network of the defeated Liberation Tigers of Tamil Elam (LTTE) militants was still active and was looking for opportunities to revive the outfit. He sa
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PTI reports that Sri Lankan Prime Minister D M Jayaratne, on April 10, said that the international network of the defeated Liberation Tigers of Tamil Elam (LTTE) militants was still active and was looking for opportunities to revive the outfit. He said certain elements who wanted to challenge the nation’s sovereignty and territorial integrity were also backing these efforts.
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April - 10 
Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Palaywadi, Monarawewa and Alankerni areas in the North recovered five 81-mm mortar bombs, six 81-mm Para bombs, seven Anti Personnel Mines (APMs) and one hand grenade on April
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Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Palaywadi, Monarawewa and Alankerni areas in the North recovered five 81-mm mortar bombs, six 81-mm Para bombs, seven Anti Personnel Mines (APMs) and one hand grenade on April 10.
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April - 10 
The Lessons Learnt and Reconciliation Commission (LLRC) appointed by the Sri Lankan Government said that it has received over 370 written submissions at the March 27 hearings in Kalmunai, Colombo Page reported on April 11. LLRC media spokesperson Lak
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The Lessons Learnt and Reconciliation Commission (LLRC) appointed by the Sri Lankan Government said that it has received over 370 written submissions at the March 27 hearings in Kalmunai, Colombo Page reported on April 11. LLRC media spokesperson Lakshman Wickremasinghe told the media that some of the submissions were about those gone missing since 1995.
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April - 11 
DNA reports that speaking to reporters on the sidelines of an event at the College of Defence Management (CDM) in Hyderabad on April 11, the Chhattisgarh Governor, Shekhar Dutt, said the Naxalites [Left Wing Extremists] are obstructing development in
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DNA reports that speaking to reporters on the sidelines of an event at the College of Defence Management (CDM) in Hyderabad on April 11, the Chhattisgarh Governor, Shekhar Dutt, said the Naxalites [Left Wing Extremists] are obstructing development in the areas where they have a strong presence in Chhattisgarh, but the Government is trying to sow the seeds of growth to root out the menace. "These people have closed a particular area from all kinds of development because it is their interest to see that no development takes place," he said. "I think we have to gradually move in and the seeds of development must go into these places. Therefore, it is not something which can be done immediately. Immediately, it can be done. That is by force. But we are not using that kind of force," he said. To a query, the Chhattisgarh Governor said the anti-Naxal operation is not like a traditional war in which the Security Forces (SFs) will have quick success. "This is not that kind of a thing. It is regarding a number of people, the villagers are not allowed to do their own business. Own business does not mean just living in the forest areas. They must improve along with time. New technologies and communication must come. For communication, you need towers. If they destroy the (cell phone) towers, are they pro-people or against people?" he asked. Dutt, in his valedictory address to the CDM students, said the concept of security should not be confined to the application of force by the State. Further, Dutt defended the necessity of the Koya commandos in Chhattisgarh to resist Naxals, adds Deccan Chronicle. Dutt said that the tribals in Chhattisgarh had to survive among the Naxals who were brutally attacking them. He said that many locals had been killed as the Naxals had suspected them to be police informants and added that the locals thus needed to defend themselves. When asked about the Supreme Court’s concern over the Chhattisgarh Government’s Koya commandos, the Governor refused to comment. The apex court on April 6 had expressed concern over the creation of Koya commandos and giving them arms to deal with Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist). The court has sought a response from the Chhattisgarh Government by April 15 following an affidavit filed by Swami Agnivesh.
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April - 11 
IBNLive reports that the Police arrested a self-styled ‘area commander’ of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) near Thariamahua Bridge in Giridih District on April 11. The ‘area commander’ identified as Shiva Turi was operating at Dhanba
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IBNLive reports that the Police arrested a self-styled ‘area commander’ of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) near Thariamahua Bridge in Giridih District on April 11. The ‘area commander’ identified as Shiva Turi was operating at Dhanbad's Tundi area, was arrested during joint raids by Dhanbad and Giridih Police and his arrest would provide vital information on the rebel outfit, Superintendent of Police A V Homker said. "Turi was involved in the Maoist attack on Maniadih Police picket in which a Policeman was killed in 2009, besides the murder of a chowkidar (village guard) in 2008 and blowing up of two school buildings during Maoist-called shut-downs," he said. Turi was a resident of Kudko village in the District.
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April - 11 
Kanglaonline reports on April 12 that Manipur Naga Revolutionary Front (MNRF) in a press release by the outfit’s ‘information and publicity officer’ Max Stone heralds the need for a unified populace and especially among the insurgents groups demandin
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Kanglaonline reports on April 12 that Manipur Naga Revolutionary Front (MNRF) in a press release by the outfit’s ‘information and publicity officer’ Max Stone heralds the need for a unified populace and especially among the insurgents groups demanding liberation. Max Stone also cautioned the people against one ‘finance secretary’ who reportedly goes by the name of Til and extortes money from the people, adds Sangai express.
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April - 11 
Police recovered a consignment of explosive material from Jabbar forests in Mahore area of Reasi District on April 11, reports Daily Excelsior. The consignment belonged to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit. Recoveries included 87 AK rounds, one Chin
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Police recovered a consignment of explosive material from Jabbar forests in Mahore area of Reasi District on April 11, reports Daily Excelsior. The consignment belonged to the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit. Recoveries included 87 AK rounds, one Chinese grenade, five detonators, tape recorded with provocative cassettes, grenade pins, pencil cells, one desi (local made) rifle, a large number of empty cartridges, backpacks and other items of personal use.
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April - 11 
PTI reports that a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) top cadre was arrested by the Police and Special Operation Group (SOG) troopers at Temurpally under Mathili Police Station in Malkangiri District on April 11. The Maoist cadre, identifie
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PTI reports that a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) top cadre was arrested by the Police and Special Operation Group (SOG) troopers at Temurpally under Mathili Police Station in Malkangiri District on April 11. The Maoist cadre, identified as Pitabas Singh Thakur (32), belongs to Komakolen village in Dantewada District in Chhattisgarh, was involved in extorting money from traders of the weekly local market, Mathili Police Station Inspector-in-Charge Ramakrushna Pati said. Thakur was working under Daraba Dalam (squad) of Chhattisgarh and is a close associate of Surendra, the commandant of Daraba Dalam, who had allegedly masterminded the killing of 76th Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel in Dantewada District on April 6, 2010, Pati said. Thakur was also involved in blasting of Police outposts at Mundaguda and Salimi under Mathili Police Station limits in 2009, adds The Hindu.
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April - 11 
Reacting to Union Home Secretary G K Pillai’s statement that HM had been almost vanquished, the outfit on April 11 rejected the claims saying HM’s armed strength was intact. In an emailed statement, HM’s Muzaffarabad based spokesperson, Ehsan Illahi
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Reacting to Union Home Secretary G K Pillai’s statement that HM had been almost vanquished, the outfit on April 11 rejected the claims saying HM’s armed strength was intact. In an emailed statement, HM’s Muzaffarabad based spokesperson, Ehsan Illahi said, “Pillai’s statement that only 100 Mujahideen of Hizb are active in Kashmir is a bundle of lies. Let us make it clear to India that there are not only 100 Mujahideen active in Kashmir, but thousands and lakhs. Every individual of Kashmir is a Mujahid. Ehsan Illahi further said, “New Delhi should accept Kashmir as a dispute and solve it through tripartite talks. Otherwise in near future solution will come out as a result of strong political and armed struggle.” Tags
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April - 11 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested an activist, Mohammad Younis Bhatt of the hardline All Part Hurriyat Conference (APHC-Geelani) from Anantnag District and recovered one AK-47. Bhat was involved in fomenting unrest in the State, last year.
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested an activist, Mohammad Younis Bhatt of the hardline All Part Hurriyat Conference (APHC-Geelani) from Anantnag District and recovered one AK-47. Bhat was involved in fomenting unrest in the State, last year.
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April - 11 
Times of India reports that a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) squad member, identified as Kalu Mahato was arrested from Niharia village near Jhargram in West Midnapore District in the evening of April 11. "Kalu Mahato was wanted for seve
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Times of India reports that a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) squad member, identified as Kalu Mahato was arrested from Niharia village near Jhargram in West Midnapore District in the evening of April 11. "Kalu Mahato was wanted for several murders and landmine explosions at Kharbandi and Murakhati areas of Jhargram. He will be produced before the Jhargram court on Tuesday [April 12]," said Jhargram Superintendent of Police Pravin Tripathi. Acting on a tip-off, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Battalion No. 184 raided Niharia forests and arrested Mahato. Mahato, according to Police, is the member of Maoist leader Goutam's squad. Police recovered one pipe gun, three rounds of 8mm and 20 rounds of 12-bore cartridges, five detonators and one challenger from him.
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April - 11 
Times of India reports that Chichgarh squad of Anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism] Special Action Force recovered arms and ammunition from Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) hideouts between Chichgarh and Maisuli forests in Gondia District in
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Times of India reports that Chichgarh squad of Anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism] Special Action Force recovered arms and ammunition from Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) hideouts between Chichgarh and Maisuli forests in Gondia District in the early hours of April 11. This ammunition was being accumulated here for some future attack in this region. The estimated cost of this ammunition is over INR 16,000. While the Chichgarh anti-Naxal squad was on routine combing operation, it received a tip-off that some ammunition has been stashed away in the forest. The squad recovered the cache that included two stengun magazines, one stengun, 9mm pistols with 56 live rounds and material related to Maoist movement.
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April - 11 
Times of India reports that four leaders of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were arrested by Madhya Pradesh Police from an arms dump in the State capital Bhopal on April 10. The arrested leaders have been identified as Divakar Patil,
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Times of India reports that four leaders of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were arrested by Madhya Pradesh Police from an arms dump in the State capital Bhopal on April 10. The arrested leaders have been identified as Divakar Patil, Sunitha, Pentaiah and Ramesh. "A Police Officer from Guntur was summoned to confirm the identities of the rebel leaders," a source said. While Divakar is a native of Bapatla town, the other three were residents of Ponnur and Amruthalur towns in Guntur District in Andhra Pradesh. They had joined the Naxal [Left Wing Extremism] movement a decade ago and worked in Bollapalli, Veldurthy and Pullalacheruvu dalams (squad) for more than six years. "They shifted their base to MP following the aggressive Police hunt in the Nallamala region in the last four years," sources said. The antecedents of the arrested Maoists are yet to be known, police believe they might have been working in coordination with the armed dalams in the forests. "They initially worked as weapon carriers in Guntur District and subsequently promoted," a Police official said.
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April - 11 
Two cadres of Malemnganba faction of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) identified as Hemam Premchand alias Inao Ibungo (31) and Thongam Inao Meitei (24) were arrested from Moirangkhom Sougaijam Leirak on April 11.
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Two cadres of Malemnganba faction of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) identified as Hemam Premchand alias Inao Ibungo (31) and Thongam Inao Meitei (24) were arrested from Moirangkhom Sougaijam Leirak on April 11.
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April - 11 
Union Home Secretary G. K. Pillai, said on April 11 that Pakistan-based militant outfit Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) had planned to attack the Cricket World Cup final in Mumbai, but the plot was thwarted by the Indian intelligence and security network. Pill
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Union Home Secretary G. K. Pillai, said on April 11 that Pakistan-based militant outfit Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) had planned to attack the Cricket World Cup final in Mumbai, but the plot was thwarted by the Indian intelligence and security network. Pillai said the plot to attack was specific to the final match between India and Sri Lanka at Wankhede Stadium, in Mumbai (Maharashtra) on April 2. "There was enough evidence that they were planning the strike in Mumbai," he added. This is the first official Home Ministry confirmation of reports that Pakistan-based militants were trying to disrupt the Cricket World Cup final.
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April - 11 
A 26 inch diameter pipeline, supplying gas to Guddu power station from Sui, blew up near Guddu in Kashmore District of Sindh on April 11, reports Dawn. The explosion did not affect power generation at the power station as was being supplied gas throu
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A 26 inch diameter pipeline, supplying gas to Guddu power station from Sui, blew up near Guddu in Kashmore District of Sindh on April 11, reports Dawn. The explosion did not affect power generation at the power station as was being supplied gas through an alternate pipeline.
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April - 11 
A Pakistan-born computer engineer, Farooque Ahmed (35), sentenced to 23 years in prison by a US court on April 11 after he pleaded guilty to charges that he tried to assist suspected members of al Qaeda in planning bombings at Metro rail stations in
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A Pakistan-born computer engineer, Farooque Ahmed (35), sentenced to 23 years in prison by a US court on April 11 after he pleaded guilty to charges that he tried to assist suspected members of al Qaeda in planning bombings at Metro rail stations in the Washington area, reports Indian Express. A resident of Virginia, Farooque Ahmed pleaded guilty to the charges of attempting to provide material support to a designated terrorist organisation and collecting information to assist in planning an attack on a transit facility. He was arrested by the FBI on October 27, 2010.
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April - 11 
Army jet fighters and helicopter gunships pounded suspected militant hideouts in Baizai and Safi tehsils. The artillery also targeted militant positions in Mattani and Suran Darra. However, no casualty was reported.
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Army jet fighters and helicopter gunships pounded suspected militant hideouts in Baizai and Safi tehsils. The artillery also targeted militant positions in Mattani and Suran Darra. However, no casualty was reported.
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April - 11 
Mohajir Qaumi Movement-Haqiqi (MQM-H) Vice-Chairman (VC) Akhtar Hussain and three others, including a passerby woman, were gunned down while at least three others were injured in an incident of target killing within the limits of Ferozabad Police Sta
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Mohajir Qaumi Movement-Haqiqi (MQM-H) Vice-Chairman (VC) Akhtar Hussain and three others, including a passerby woman, were gunned down while at least three others were injured in an incident of target killing within the limits of Ferozabad Police Station in Karachi on April 11, reports Daily Times. The incident occurred at Tariq Road traffic signal when MQM-H (Afaq group) VC and other party’s workers were returning from the Central Jail after visiting Afaq Ahmed. According to Police at least four assailants, riding on motorcycles, opened indiscriminate fire on a Suzuki Cultus and a motorcycle of MQM-H members. The deceased included Akhtar Hussain, MQM-H Karachi Organising Committee member Abdul Kareem, party worker Shoaib and a passerby woman Sham-un-Nehar, while the injured MQM-H workers included Salman Irshad and Anwar.
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April - 11 
Police neutralised a bomb planted outside the residence of Jamaat-i-Islami provincial General Secretary Shabir Ahmed Khan in Afghan Colony under Faqirabad Police Station of Peshawar. An official of Bomb Disposal Unit said that the explosive, weighing
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Police neutralised a bomb planted outside the residence of Jamaat-i-Islami provincial General Secretary Shabir Ahmed Khan in Afghan Colony under Faqirabad Police Station of Peshawar. An official of Bomb Disposal Unit said that the explosive, weighing six kilograms, was packed in plastic, adding that it was a remoter controlled bomb.
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April - 11 
The Jama’at-ud-Da’awa (JuD) ‘chief’ Hafiz Mohammad Saeed made a rare public appearance in Islamabad on April 11 to lead the funeral prayers for Kashmiri leader Maulvi Showkat Ahmed Shah, killed in Srinagar, and used the occasion to rubbish the India-
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The Jama’at-ud-Da’awa (JuD) ‘chief’ Hafiz Mohammad Saeed made a rare public appearance in Islamabad on April 11 to lead the funeral prayers for Kashmiri leader Maulvi Showkat Ahmed Shah, killed in Srinagar, and used the occasion to rubbish the India-Pakistan cricket diplomacy while vowing for a “jihad” in Jammu and Kashmir, reports Indian Express. In a provocative speech, Saeed, the mastermind of the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, claimed the movement in Kashmir would serve as an example for “Muslims in Hyderabad and Junagarh who want independence from the oppression of Hindus”.
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April - 11 
The United States (US) is committed to improving its relationship with Pakistan, despite tensions over the shooting deaths of two Pakistanis by a CIA contractor, said US Ambassador to Pakistan Cameron Munter on April 11, reports Daily Times. Speaking
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The United States (US) is committed to improving its relationship with Pakistan, despite tensions over the shooting deaths of two Pakistanis by a CIA contractor, said US Ambassador to Pakistan Cameron Munter on April 11, reports Daily Times. Speaking at a seminar titled “Pakistan-US: A Way Forward”, jointly organised by the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) and the US embassy, Munter spoke of a “renewal” in Pakistan-US relations and noted America’s many humanitarian programmes in the country. “We are committed to working together in partnership with Pakistan in the short, medium, and long-term to achieve a strong and successful Pakistan. We want to see a strong and stable Pakistan, one in which democratic institutions are effective and transparent, one in which the extraordinary potential of Pakistanis can be unlocked for the benefit of all, the strength of Pakistan, its vibrant culture and diversity, serves as a symbol of success”. t
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April - 11 
Three Frontier Corps (FC) personnel, including a Major, were injured when their vehicle hit an improvised explosive device planted along with Khysar Bridge in Naushki District of Balochistan on April 11, reports Dawn. A passer-by, identified as Ghula
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Three Frontier Corps (FC) personnel, including a Major, were injured when their vehicle hit an improvised explosive device planted along with Khysar Bridge in Naushki District of Balochistan on April 11, reports Dawn. A passer-by, identified as Ghulam Yasin, was also injured in the blast. A spokesman for the Baloch Republican Army claimed responsibility for the blast.
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April - 11 
Three militants and a Policeman were killed and another official sustained injuries in a clash at Jamrud Road of Peshawar, the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on April 11, reports Dawn. Capital City Police Officer (CCPO) Liaquat Ali said th
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Three militants and a Policeman were killed and another official sustained injuries in a clash at Jamrud Road of Peshawar, the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on April 11, reports Dawn. Capital City Police Officer (CCPO) Liaquat Ali said that a police party led by Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Sajid Iqbal Khan was on a routine patrol when militants ambushed their vehicle near Hayatabad Industrial Estate at about 2am. At least 20 militants with sophisticate weapons opened indiscriminate fire on the Police van from the rooftop of a building in Khushaal Market. An unnamed Police source claimed that the militants belonged to Khyber Agency and one of them was from Lashkar-i-Islam (LI). The other two slain militants belonged to Qambarkhel and Kokikhel tribes, however, he did not disclose their names.
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April - 11 
Three people, including a religious cleric, were killed and 13 others, including a woman and children, were injured in a landmine explosion in Kanrakai area of Kurram Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 11, reports Daily Tim
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Three people, including a religious cleric, were killed and 13 others, including a woman and children, were injured in a landmine explosion in Kanrakai area of Kurram Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 11, reports Daily Times. According to details, a pick-up taking commuters from Kanrakai to Parachinar, the headquarters of Kurram Agency, when it hit an anti-tank explosive planted by unidentified militants. The explosion resulted in the complete destruction of the vehicle and the killing of three persons on the spot. The victims were identified as Muhammad Hassan, Noor Wali and Maulana Rahmat Ali.
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April - 11 
Unidentified militants blew up two power transmission towers in Qayum Abad and Bayankhel areas of Safi tehsil (revenue unit) in Mohmand Agency.
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Unidentified militants blew up two power transmission towers in Qayum Abad and Bayankhel areas of Safi tehsil (revenue unit) in Mohmand Agency.
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April - 11 
Former Minister for Information and Communications and CPN-UML Secretary Shanker Pokharel said on April 11 (today) that the Home portfolio should not be handed over to the UCPN-M at any cost. He also said that the new statute will be promulgated wit
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Former Minister for Information and Communications and CPN-UML Secretary Shanker Pokharel said on April 11 (today) that the Home portfolio should not be handed over to the UCPN-M at any cost. He also said that the new statute will be promulgated within May 28 deadline if the political parties forge consensus in cooperation. "If no consensus is forged, the nation will plunge into another conflict," Pokharel warned.
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April - 11 
Newly appointed Minister for Energy of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) Gokarna Bista was attacked by unidentified assailants at Samakhushi Town Planning area of Kathmandu in the evening of April 11, reports Kantipuronl
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Newly appointed Minister for Energy of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) Gokarna Bista was attacked by unidentified assailants at Samakhushi Town Planning area of Kathmandu in the evening of April 11, reports Kantipuronline. Bista received injuries in the attack.
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April - 11 
People of Jutpani Village Development Committee (VDC)-3 in Chitwan, blocked the East-West Highway section at Ratnanagar for three hours after Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) combatants from the Dinesh-Ramji Memorial Brigade attacked
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People of Jutpani Village Development Committee (VDC)-3 in Chitwan, blocked the East-West Highway section at Ratnanagar for three hours after Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) combatants from the Dinesh-Ramji Memorial Brigade attacked and injured six locals in course of a dispute, Himalayan Times reports. According to locals, the attackers vented their ire as locals opposed their plans to build a cricket pitch on a football ground.
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April - 11 
The sixth division of Maoist People's Liberation Army (PLA) in Dasharathpur has not cleared electricity charge to the Nepal Electricity Authority’s (NEA) Chhinchu sub-branch. However, according to the Division source, the electricity charge will be c
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The sixth division of Maoist People's Liberation Army (PLA) in Dasharathpur has not cleared electricity charge to the Nepal Electricity Authority’s (NEA) Chhinchu sub-branch. However, according to the Division source, the electricity charge will be cleared once the party central office allocated amount for this.
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April - 11 
A court in Kurigram sentenced top leader of Allar Dal, Matin Mehedi (former top Jama’atul Mujahideen Bangladesh leader), and three of his associates, accused in the case for serial bomb attack in Jhenaidah District on August 17, 2005 to 20 years rigo
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A court in Kurigram sentenced top leader of Allar Dal, Matin Mehedi (former top Jama’atul Mujahideen Bangladesh leader), and three of his associates, accused in the case for serial bomb attack in Jhenaidah District on August 17, 2005 to 20 years rigorous imprisonment. The three associates of Matin Mehedi are 'Kurigram commander' Monwar Hossen Biplob, 'Kurigram Sadar Sub-District commander' Anwar Hossen and member of the outfit Jobed Ali.
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April - 11 
Daily Star reports that the Rajshahi Police recovered a cocktail bomb and bomb making materials from Shaheed Selim Hall of Rajshahi University of Engineering Technology (RUET) on April 12. The bomb making materials included six empty cans, 100 gram w
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Daily Star reports that the Rajshahi Police recovered a cocktail bomb and bomb making materials from Shaheed Selim Hall of Rajshahi University of Engineering Technology (RUET) on April 12. The bomb making materials included six empty cans, 100 gram white powder and small pieces of pebble.
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April - 11 
Police arrested a Biplobi Communist Party (BCP) cadre, Jalal Uddin Pramanik (32), and recovered a Leichgeschutz (LG) weapon and two bullets from his possession in Mirpur Sub-District of Kushtia District on April 11, reports Daily Star.
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Police arrested a Biplobi Communist Party (BCP) cadre, Jalal Uddin Pramanik (32), and recovered a Leichgeschutz (LG) weapon and two bullets from his possession in Mirpur Sub-District of Kushtia District on April 11, reports Daily Star.
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April - 11 
De-mining groups recovered 144 APMs from Mahilankulam and Kokkutuduwai areas.
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De-mining groups recovered 144 APMs from Mahilankulam and Kokkutuduwai areas.
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April - 11 
Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Katiadi, Vavunikulam and Monarawewa areas in the North recovered one Rocket Propeller Grenade (RPG), 15 Anti Personnel Mines (APMs), three 81-mm illumination mortar bombs and
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Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Katiadi, Vavunikulam and Monarawewa areas in the North recovered one Rocket Propeller Grenade (RPG), 15 Anti Personnel Mines (APMs), three 81-mm illumination mortar bombs and one 60-mm mortar bomb on April 11.
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April - 12 
A Police team recovered three can bombs each weighing over 20 kilograms from the Bendi forest near the Hazaribagh-Chatra Road in Hazaribagh District. The Maoists planted the bombs with an aim to target the Police who were deployed to maintain law and
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A Police team recovered three can bombs each weighing over 20 kilograms from the Bendi forest near the Hazaribagh-Chatra Road in Hazaribagh District. The Maoists planted the bombs with an aim to target the Police who were deployed to maintain law and order during Ramnavami processions, scheduled to be taken out in the evening. The personnel of bomb disposal squad defused the bombs and the Police Stations of Keredari, Barkagaon, Kadkumsandi and adjoining Chatra District’s Simaria and Tandwa were alerted and patrolling were stepped up.
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April - 12 
Assam Tribune reports that two powerful Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) were recovered from the house of a woman named Bimala Baro, ‘Secretary’ Village Defence Organization (VDP), near Kalaigaon College in Darrang District on April 12. Army bomb
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Assam Tribune reports that two powerful Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) were recovered from the house of a woman named Bimala Baro, ‘Secretary’ Village Defence Organization (VDP), near Kalaigaon College in Darrang District on April 12. Army bomb squad later defused the bombs.
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April - 12 
Avtar Singh Tari, an aide of the Chief of the Namdhari sect, Satguru Jagjit Singh, was shot dead by two motorcycle-borne unidentified assailants at Katani Kalan village of Ludhiana District in Punjab on April 12, according to The Hindu.
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Avtar Singh Tari, an aide of the Chief of the Namdhari sect, Satguru Jagjit Singh, was shot dead by two motorcycle-borne unidentified assailants at Katani Kalan village of Ludhiana District in Punjab on April 12, according to The Hindu.
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April - 12 
For the first time in years, militant outfits were not involved in creating disturbance during the polls barring one incident of blast in the Rajiv Bhawan, the headquarter of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) on March 14, but threat from th
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For the first time in years, militant outfits were not involved in creating disturbance during the polls barring one incident of blast in the Rajiv Bhawan, the headquarter of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) on March 14, but threat from the militants is far from over as Security agencies received inputs about possible attacks on Security Forces (SFs), Assam Tribune reports on April 13. The anti-talk faction of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), headed by ‘commander in chief’ of the outfit Paresh Baruah, threatened the Congress and managed to trigger off an explosion in the Rajiv Bhawan, but the outfit could not indulge in any other major act of violence due to tight security measures taken up. Though there were intelligence inputs of a few ULFA militants entering the city, the elections passed off peacefully. Polling in the militancy hit Districts of Dima Hasao (formerly known as North Cachar Hills) and Karbi Anglong was also by and large peaceful with most of the militant outfit operating in the area are under ceasefire agreement with the Government.
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April - 12 
Former Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Mendhar in Poonch District, Choudhary Mukhtiar, who had gone underground as his involvement figured in issuance of fake gun license was arrested on April 12 by a Special Investigating Team (SIT) of the Police
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Former Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Mendhar in Poonch District, Choudhary Mukhtiar, who had gone underground as his involvement figured in issuance of fake gun license was arrested on April 12 by a Special Investigating Team (SIT) of the Police from the house of his brother-in-law at Dalpatian Mohalla in Jammu more than two months after he went racket, reports Daily Excelsior. The former SDM Mendhar is also wanted by Tulja Police Station in Pune, Maharashtra where three First Information Report (FIRs) have been registered by Police in connection with fake gun license racket, which also had its roots in states of Haryana, Rajasthan and Gujarat besides Maharashtra. He was immediately whisked away to Janipura Police Station where a FIR under Sections 467, 468, 420 RPC, 5(2) Prevention of Corruption Act and 161, 165 has been registered against him along with other accused involved in fake gun license racket. So far, Police have arrested eight persons involved in the gun racket. Nearly 2000 fake gun licenses have been detected or seized so far, while the number could go up as many youth from twin border Districts of Poonch and Rajouri were working outside the State especially in Gujarat, Maharashtra, Haryana and Rajasthan as security guards on the basis of guns procured by them with the help of fake gun licenses for which they had paid between INR 35,000 to INR 50,000. Police is also investigating the name of political leaders and police officers, who had helped Mukhtiar escape police custody during past more than two months.
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April - 12 
IBNLive reports that two villagers were killed by the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) at a Kangaroo Court in Latehar District. The bodies of Harbar Singh and Chetu Singh were recovered at Baresand village on the morning of
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IBNLive reports that two villagers were killed by the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) at a Kangaroo Court in Latehar District. The bodies of Harbar Singh and Chetu Singh were recovered at Baresand village on the morning of April 12, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Ashwini Sinha said. The Maoists claimed responsibility of their killing through a note left near the bodies. They accused the duo on charges of collecting levy in the name of the Maoists, the DSP said. Quoting villagers, Sinha said Harbar Singh and Chetu Singh were taken away from their homes by the Maoists on April 10.
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April - 12 
India is sending a two-member team to Chile to probe claims that the authorities in the Capital city of Santiago had detained a person wanted in the hijacking of the Indian Airlines aircraft, IC-814 on December 24, 1999 in Kandahar (in Afghanistan),
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India is sending a two-member team to Chile to probe claims that the authorities in the Capital city of Santiago had detained a person wanted in the hijacking of the Indian Airlines aircraft, IC-814 on December 24, 1999 in Kandahar (in Afghanistan), The Hindu reported on April 13. The detainee, identified as Abdul Rauf has been charged of possessing fake travel documents. Rauf is said to be the brother-in-law of Maulana Masood Azhar, (Jaish-e-Mohammad Chief) one of the three terrorists New Delhi freed in exchange for the passengers held hostage by the hijackers. Rauf, allegedly, had financed the operation.
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April - 12 
Pakistani-American militants David Coleman Headley alias Daood Gilani and Pakistani-Canadian militant Tahawwur Hussain Rana, who allegedly planned and conducted the recce before the terrorist attacks in Mumbai (November 26, 2008, also known as 26/11)
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Pakistani-American militants David Coleman Headley alias Daood Gilani and Pakistani-Canadian militant Tahawwur Hussain Rana, who allegedly planned and conducted the recce before the terrorist attacks in Mumbai (November 26, 2008, also known as 26/11), implicated the Pakistani Government and its intelligence agency, Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), in the attack, Times of India reported on April 13. In court documents that have surfaced ahead of his upcoming trial in Chicago, Rana said that his acts of providing material support to terrorists in the Mumbai attacks as alleged by US prosecutors ''were done at the behest of the Pakistani Government and the ISI, not the militant outfit Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT)”.
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April - 12 
The fast-unto-death hunger strike launched by top Maoist leader Srinivas Sriramalu along with other 220 tribal prisoners in Malkangiri Jail enters the second day on April 13, protesting the failure of the State Government to fulfill all the 14-condit
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The fast-unto-death hunger strike launched by top Maoist leader Srinivas Sriramalu along with other 220 tribal prisoners in Malkangiri Jail enters the second day on April 13, protesting the failure of the State Government to fulfill all the 14-conditions as agreed between the Government and Maoist interlocutors in the release of District Collector R. Vineel Krishna on February 24. "The inmates refused to call off their strike, but after much persuasion they took flattened rice. We are trying to pacify them and hopeful of a solution at the earliest," a jail official said.
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April - 12 
The Maoists killed Jaleshwar Prajapati (38), a councillor of ward VI of Tilaiya panchayat (village level local self-Government institution) under Mahuataad Police Station in Bokaro District, reports Telegraph. Prajapati was abducted at around 10 pm i
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The Maoists killed Jaleshwar Prajapati (38), a councillor of ward VI of Tilaiya panchayat (village level local self-Government institution) under Mahuataad Police Station in Bokaro District, reports Telegraph. Prajapati was abducted at around 10 pm in the night of April 12 by a gang of around 48 Maoists and later, sentenced to death in a kangaroo court. Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Bermo Tamil Banan confirmed the killing, but refused to comment on speculation that the body hadn’t been removed till late evening as the Police feared Maoists might have planted explosives near it. A pamphlet left by the Maoists near the body warned that "Supporters of Police will meet this fate", adds IBNLive.
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April - 12 
Times of India reports that two suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were arrested from Sikandarpur in Muzaffarpur District on April 12. The arrested duo identified as Anil Sahni and Shekhar Kumar were preparing to com
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Times of India reports that two suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were arrested from Sikandarpur in Muzaffarpur District on April 12. The arrested duo identified as Anil Sahni and Shekhar Kumar were preparing to commit a major crime in the town. They were arrested by the Police along with their arms and ammunitions. A motorcycle and some looted articles were recovered from Sahni.
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April - 12 
Two PREPAK cadres identified as Maibam Sushilchandra alias Santosh (30) and Okram Arun (38) were arrested from the eastern side of Keishampat Electricity Department. Two mobile phone handsets were also seized from them.
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Two PREPAK cadres identified as Maibam Sushilchandra alias Santosh (30) and Okram Arun (38) were arrested from the eastern side of Keishampat Electricity Department. Two mobile phone handsets were also seized from them.
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April - 12 
Union Junior Home Minister Gurudas Kamat is scheduled to visit the State on April 13. According to sources, he will visit Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) camp and will meet Governor M O H Farook and Chief Minister Arjun Munda to discuss the steps
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Union Junior Home Minister Gurudas Kamat is scheduled to visit the State on April 13. According to sources, he will visit Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) camp and will meet Governor M O H Farook and Chief Minister Arjun Munda to discuss the steps taken by the Government to tackle law and order problem, Maoist problem and inter-State relationship.
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April - 12 
A high ranking US General, Admiral Robert Willard, Head of the US military’s Pacific Command, expressed concern to Congress on April 12 about the expanding reach of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), warning it was no longer solely focused on India or even S
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A high ranking US General, Admiral Robert Willard, Head of the US military’s Pacific Command, expressed concern to Congress on April 12 about the expanding reach of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), warning it was no longer solely focused on India or even South Asia, reports Dawn. LeT, one of the largest and best-funded extremist militant outfits in the region is blamed for the November 2008 attacks on Mumbai, which killed 166 people in India’s commercial capital. The outfit was nurtured by Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) to fight India in Kashmir, and analysts say it is still unofficially tolerated even though Islamabad banned the outfit nearly a decade ago. Admiral Willard, told the Senate Armed Services Committee hearing that the United States was actively working with South Asian Governments including Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, the Maldives and India to contain LeT. But he cautioned that the group was active elsewhere. “Unquestionably they have spread their influence internationally and are no longer solely focused in South Asia and on India,” Willard told the Senate Armed Services Committee. The United States has evidence of LeT’s presence in Europe and the broader Asia-Pacific region, he added. In the past, LeT has fielded militants in Canada and in the United States. India continues to be LeT’s main target. But Willard noted that the outfit has declared holy war against the United States and renewed longstanding concerns in Washington about attacks by LeT militants against US forces in Afghanistan.
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April - 12 
A supporter of ANP was killed and another was injured in a firing incident in Gulistan-e-Jauhar area. The deceased was identified as Shamsul Haq and injured as Ali.
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A supporter of ANP was killed and another was injured in a firing incident in Gulistan-e-Jauhar area. The deceased was identified as Shamsul Haq and injured as Ali.
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April - 12 
Eight militants were killed and 12 others injured when jet fighters, helicopter gunships and artillery pounded their hideouts in Mattani, Suran Darra, Wali Dad Kor, Ghanam Shah and Sheikh Baba villages in Baizai and Safi tehsils (revenue unit) of Moh
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Eight militants were killed and 12 others injured when jet fighters, helicopter gunships and artillery pounded their hideouts in Mattani, Suran Darra, Wali Dad Kor, Ghanam Shah and Sheikh Baba villages in Baizai and Safi tehsils (revenue unit) of Mohmand Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 12, reports Dawn.
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April - 12 
Militants who were driven out by the ‘spring cleaning operation’ of Frontier Constabulary (FC) in the Frontier Region (FR) of Peshawar in February 2010 are returning to their old strongholds. “Militants fleeing the ongoing operation in Tor Sapari are
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Militants who were driven out by the ‘spring cleaning operation’ of Frontier Constabulary (FC) in the Frontier Region (FR) of Peshawar in February 2010 are returning to their old strongholds. “Militants fleeing the ongoing operation in Tor Sapari area of FR Kohat have moved back to Maroofkhel, Tauda Cheena, Pakhi Parizi and Aka Khel areas bordering the Peshawar District, FR Peshawar and Khyber Agency,” said the sources. Officials said that militants returned to the area just after a few months and started target killing of pro-Government elders and members of peace bodies in Bora of FR Peshawar and other villages owing to failure of political administration to maintain its writ there after the operation. Sources said that most of the militants had shifted to FR Kohat and Khyber tribal region when Government deployed FC in the area to keep vigil on movement of suspected persons. “In the recent past, when security forces launched operation against terrorists in Khyber Agency and FR Kohat, they again changed their locations and came to the border areas near Peshawar,” a source said.
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April - 12 
Three Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) activists and one Awami National Party (ANP) supporter were shot dead in two different incidents of target killings in Karachi on April 12, reports Daily Times. Police officials said unidentified assailants on a m
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Three Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) activists and one Awami National Party (ANP) supporter were shot dead in two different incidents of target killings in Karachi on April 12, reports Daily Times. Police officials said unidentified assailants on a motorcycle appeared in Mehmoodabad Gate and opened fire on three MQM workers when they were collecting data for the ongoing census, resultantly all three died shortly after the firing. The victims were identified as Syed Asif Ali (44), Muhammad Naeem (42), and Muneer Ahmed (56).
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April - 12 
Two civilians, identified as Imran and Nazir, were injured when militants fired about a dozen rockets at Thall Fort in Hangu District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 12, reports Dawn. Officials said that terrorists fired at least 12 rockets from Orakz
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Two civilians, identified as Imran and Nazir, were injured when militants fired about a dozen rockets at Thall Fort in Hangu District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 12, reports Dawn. Officials said that terrorists fired at least 12 rockets from Orakzai Agency side of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) at Thall Fort of Army in Hangu District but failed to hit the target. The rockets exploded in fields and injured two pedestrians
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April - 12 
Unidentified militants blew off Bacha Khan Education Foundation middle school at Khuga Khel in Shinwari area of Landikotal in Khyber Agency in the night, reports Daily Times. However, no human loss has been reported in the blast.
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Unidentified militants blew off Bacha Khan Education Foundation middle school at Khuga Khel in Shinwari area of Landikotal in Khyber Agency in the night, reports Daily Times. However, no human loss has been reported in the blast.
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April - 12 
CPN-UML leader Pradip Gyawali said the UCPN-M will not be allotted with the Ministry of Home Affairs under any circumstances as his party has decided to keep the portfolio, according to Kantipuronline. "The Maoists won't be provided with any kind of
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CPN-UML leader Pradip Gyawali said the UCPN-M will not be allotted with the Ministry of Home Affairs under any circumstances as his party has decided to keep the portfolio, according to Kantipuronline. "The Maoists won't be provided with any kind of security related portfolios as long as the party is not totally detached from weapons," said Gyawali adding that the decision was party's institutional decision. The CPN-UML leader said, "I don’t know what others said, but the party's official decision is not to allocate the Maoists with the Home Ministry."
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April - 12 
The PM claimed that his party has no dispute with the UCPN-M over power sharing in the process of Cabinet extension, Himalayan Times reported. Khanal said that the UCPN-M and CPN-UML have no dispute over the Home Ministry. He further said that they
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The PM claimed that his party has no dispute with the UCPN-M over power sharing in the process of Cabinet extension, Himalayan Times reported. Khanal said that the UCPN-M and CPN-UML have no dispute over the Home Ministry. He further said that they are coordinating with each other to extend the Government as its formation was a part of peace and constitution-drafting processes. Responding to a query whether the Constituent Assembly (CA) tenure could be extended, PM Khanal said that since the party is active about peace and constitution they have not planned to extend the term.
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April - 12 
Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Standing Committee member Dev Gurung on April 12 claimed that Prime Minister (PM) Jhalanath Khanal agreed to grant the Home Ministry to his party, reports Himalayan Times. “As the main essence of the
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Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Standing Committee member Dev Gurung on April 12 claimed that Prime Minister (PM) Jhalanath Khanal agreed to grant the Home Ministry to his party, reports Himalayan Times. “As the main essence of the seven point agreement made between the two parties UCPN-M and Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) is to give the ministry to our party, nobody has the right to scrap the deal,” he said, adding “If the deal is scrapped then there would be the possibility of scrapping the essence of the government.” He warned that his party is not going to forward names of other ministers in the Cabinet if the Home Ministry is not guaranteed in the next extension of the Cabinet.
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April - 12 
A two-member team of ICT on April 12 visited Dalim Bhaban in Chittagong that was used as a torture house by Razakars and Al-Badr forces during the Liberation War. The house was forcibly occupied by the then Islami Chhatra Sangha from the local landlo
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A two-member team of ICT on April 12 visited Dalim Bhaban in Chittagong that was used as a torture house by Razakars and Al-Badr forces during the Liberation War. The house was forcibly occupied by the then Islami Chhatra Sangha from the local landlord Sri Ranjan Nath. The ICT members said they have collected evidence and testimonies that would prove the building was used as one of the prime torture cells in the port city. There are allegations that Al Badr and Islami Chhatra Sangha men tortured the progressive Bangalees, minority people, leftists and freedom fighters at the building. Earlier, the ICT members visited Salauddin Quader Chowdhury's Good's Hill residence and other places at Raozan and Rangunia to investigate the war crimes of 1971. Both the places are in Chittagong District.
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April - 12 
As the hearing on charge-framing against 850 alleged mutineers started at the Court of Metropolitan Sessions Judge, Dhaka, it has been revealed that a group of Border Guard mutineers had held a secret meeting at the rented house of a colleague and to
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As the hearing on charge-framing against 850 alleged mutineers started at the Court of Metropolitan Sessions Judge, Dhaka, it has been revealed that a group of Border Guard mutineers had held a secret meeting at the rented house of a colleague and took an oath to kill the Army Officers in the force. The secret meeting was held on February 24, 2009, a day before the mutiny, at the house of jawan (trooper) Zakaria near the Headquarter. Another trooper Rafiqul Islam administered the oath of killing the officers. It was also revealed that some of the accused took part in another secret meeting on February 15, 2009 inside Pilkhana, Dhaka and hatched the conspiracy.
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April - 12 
Twenty jawans (troopers) of 39th Battalion of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) were sentenced to prison terms ranging from six months to six years for their involvement in the February 2009 mutiny at the Battalion Headquarters in Chapainawabganj Distric
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Twenty jawans (troopers) of 39th Battalion of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) were sentenced to prison terms ranging from six months to six years for their involvement in the February 2009 mutiny at the Battalion Headquarters in Chapainawabganj District. The Special Court-12 also fined the convicts BNC 100 each.
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April - 12 
A Canadian Federal Court denied refugee status to a Sri Lankan Tamil migrant who embarked in the Vancouver shores on August 2010, aboard the Thai ship MV Sun Sea, Colombo Page reported on April 13. The migrant so far has only been identified by a num
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A Canadian Federal Court denied refugee status to a Sri Lankan Tamil migrant who embarked in the Vancouver shores on August 2010, aboard the Thai ship MV Sun Sea, Colombo Page reported on April 13. The migrant so far has only been identified by a number, B-456. He was one of the 32 migrants detained by the Canadian Federal Government authorities for suspected of being members of Sri Lanka's militant outfit, Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).
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April - 12 
A group of representatives from the Sri Lankan Government and the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) are to go for an observation tour in Northern Province to inspect the process of rehabilitation of the Tamil youth arrested for subversive activities, Col
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A group of representatives from the Sri Lankan Government and the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) are to go for an observation tour in Northern Province to inspect the process of rehabilitation of the Tamil youth arrested for subversive activities, Colombo Page reported on April 13. The observation tour is scheduled on April 16 just after the celebrations of Sinhala and Tamil New Year. The Government is to be represented by Minister of Parliament (MP) Sajin Vaas Gunawardhana and another Minister whose name is yet to be announced. TNA will be represented by MPs Suresh Premachandran and M.A. Sumanthiran.
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April - 12 
The Panel of Experts appointed by the United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon to advise him on human rights and humanitarian law violations during the last phase of Sri Lanka's civil war, handed in their report to the UN Chief on April 12, accor
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The Panel of Experts appointed by the United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon to advise him on human rights and humanitarian law violations during the last phase of Sri Lanka's civil war, handed in their report to the UN Chief on April 12, according to Colombo Page. The UN announced that the Secretary-General as a matter of courtesy will share a copy of the report with the Sri Lankan government before it is being made public.
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April - 12 
The Sri Lankan Government, on April 12 said that a majority of the displaced persons in the North and East have been resettled, reports Colombo Page. The Resettlement Ministry said that over 95 per cent of the displaced people in the North-East have
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The Sri Lankan Government, on April 12 said that a majority of the displaced persons in the North and East have been resettled, reports Colombo Page. The Resettlement Ministry said that over 95 per cent of the displaced people in the North-East have been resettled in their hometowns. According to Government statistics, of the 280,000 internally displaced people, 252,000 had returned home under the government's National Resettlement Strategy.
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April - 13 
According to Economic Times, the people of Jammu and Kashmir rejected a poll boycott by Hurriyat hardliners as the majority voted in the first phase, being held on non-party basis. While most separatists ignored the exercise, as Syed Ali Geelani did
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According to Economic Times, the people of Jammu and Kashmir rejected a poll boycott by Hurriyat hardliners as the majority voted in the first phase, being held on non-party basis. While most separatists ignored the exercise, as Syed Ali Geelani did repeatedly call for boycotting the exercise. Earlier, in the 2008 Assembly Polls, more than 62 per cent voted despite a separatists boycott call.
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April - 13 
All 682 candidates for various posts in the ensuing Panchayat polls in nine Panchayats (village level local self-Government institution) under Dumaria block in Gaya District withdrew their nomination apparently giving in to the Maoists call for poll
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All 682 candidates for various posts in the ensuing Panchayat polls in nine Panchayats (village level local self-Government institution) under Dumaria block in Gaya District withdrew their nomination apparently giving in to the Maoists call for poll boycott, official sources said, reports IBNLive. The candidates have withdrawn their nomination on their own free will, Dumaria's Block Development Officer (BDO) Anil Kumar said. He, however, could not explain the reason behind withdrawal of all candidates from the forthcoming Panchayat polls in the Panchayats under Dumaria block. The candidates, who withdrew their candidature, included 218 for the post of panchs, 248 for ward members, 133 for Panchayat Samiti (block level local self-Government institution) and 83 for mukhias (president/ chief of Gram Panchayat, the village level local self-Government institution). While all 682 candidates in fray for various posts in nine Panchayats have withdrawn their candidature, no candidate had filed nomination for any post in two Panchayats - Sahchar and Mangia - under Dumaria block. It may be mentioned that the Maoists, has given a boycott call of the Panchayat polls and has put up banners and posters at several places to remind the people and prospective candidates about its diktats. Incidentally, the area is represented in the State Assembly by Speaker Uday Narayan Choudhury.
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April - 13 
An estimated 79.22 per cent voters exercised their franchise on April 13 in the first out of 16 phases of Panchayat (village level local self-government institution) elections being held after a gap of over four decades in Jammu and Kashmir, reports
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An estimated 79.22 per cent voters exercised their franchise on April 13 in the first out of 16 phases of Panchayat (village level local self-government institution) elections being held after a gap of over four decades in Jammu and Kashmir, reports Daily Excelsior. Elections were held for only 1600 Panchayats in 2001. Voting in the first phase was held for 288 Sarpanch (Head of panchayat) and 2118 Panch (member of panchayat) constituencies. The polling will take place in 16 phases till June 18.
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Daily Excelsior reports that a 25-year-old youth was arrested on April 13 and fake currency with value of INR 800,000 was recovered from his possession in Poonch District. Acting on a tip-off, Police intercepted Netan Dabar in the border town of Poon
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Daily Excelsior reports that a 25-year-old youth was arrested on April 13 and fake currency with value of INR 800,000 was recovered from his possession in Poonch District. Acting on a tip-off, Police intercepted Netan Dabar in the border town of Poonch and during search recovered counterfeit currency.
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Five cadres of the Black Widow (BW) and eight members of the Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN) surrendered before the Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh at a solemn surrender ceremony held at the Mantripukhri headquarters of Inspector Genera
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Five cadres of the Black Widow (BW) and eight members of the Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN) surrendered before the Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh at a solemn surrender ceremony held at the Mantripukhri headquarters of Inspector General Assam Rifles-South (IGAR-S). The eight FGN cadres identified as Khadiba P sangtam, Tsusothong Yimchunger, C Lingpongse Sangtam, Likhumsin Sangtam, Liang Khianmungam, Siang Khianmungam, Lum-tseng-se Sangtam (all from Tuensang District of Nagaland) and Kiuthrongba Yimchunger from Kiphire District, laid down four pistols, one G-3 Rifle, one AK-47 rifle, one 9 mm SMC and a lethod. The BW cadres identified as Somorjoy Jaranbusa, Sumit Hojai, Kabinon Longmailai, sunder Singh Hasnu and Goponjit Langthasa are all from Dima Hasao District of Assam and they surrendered three pistols, one lethode and one 9 mm SMC.
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Orissadiary.com reports that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader Srinivas Sriramalu called off the hunger strike on the third day, along with 272 other inmates of Malkangiri sub-jail in the District on April 13. All the 272 inmate
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Orissadiary.com reports that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader Srinivas Sriramalu called off the hunger strike on the third day, along with 272 other inmates of Malkangiri sub-jail in the District on April 13. All the 272 inmates, including 31 Maoists, launched the fast on April 11, in protest against the State Government's alleged failure in fulfilling the 14 demands laid by the Maoists for the release of abducted Malkangiri District Collector R Vineel Krishna and junior engineer Pabitra Majhi. Srinivas and all other inmates called off their agitation after getting assurance from the administration that their demand will be intimated to the Government for its fulfilment at the earliest, jail Superintendent Gopinath Chowdhury said.
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Sangai express reports that an unidentified militant opened fire on a team of Security Forces (SFs) from Reserve Line of Imphal West District Police while they were on duty at Namthilok near North AOC Point on April 13. However, there is no report of
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Sangai express reports that an unidentified militant opened fire on a team of Security Forces (SFs) from Reserve Line of Imphal West District Police while they were on duty at Namthilok near North AOC Point on April 13. However, there is no report of any casualty.
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Telegraph reports that one person, identified as Ranendra Borgoyary (35) of Laukriguri, was killed in Ballamjhora in Kokrajhar District on April 13. Police said Borgoyary, a surrendered National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) cadre, was the vice
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Telegraph reports that one person, identified as Ranendra Borgoyary (35) of Laukriguri, was killed in Ballamjhora in Kokrajhar District on April 13. Police said Borgoyary, a surrendered National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) cadre, was the vice- president of Gossaigaon District committee of the United Democratic Peoples’ Front (UDPF) but had joined the Bodoland Peoples’ Front (BPF) before the Assembly election.
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The Border Security Force (BSF) on April 13 arrested a Pakistani national, Ahmed Ali (25) on the International Border (IB) at forward village Jagwal in RS Pura Sector Jammu District reports, Daily Excelsior. Ali is a resident of Lachu Chak village in
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The Border Security Force (BSF) on April 13 arrested a Pakistani national, Ahmed Ali (25) on the International Border (IB) at forward village Jagwal in RS Pura Sector Jammu District reports, Daily Excelsior. Ali is a resident of Lachu Chak village in the Sialkot area of Punjab in Pakistan. The BSF did not recover any incriminating material from his possession. The Pakistani is being subjected to questioning to ascertain his motive behind infiltration.
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The Hindu reports that three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested from Kathkur and Kachanur villages in Aurangabad District on April 13. Acting on a tip-off, the Police raided the villages and arrested the Maoists wanted
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The Hindu reports that three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested from Kathkur and Kachanur villages in Aurangabad District on April 13. Acting on a tip-off, the Police raided the villages and arrested the Maoists wanted in connection with several criminal offences, official sources said. The Police recovered two regular rifles, six country-made rifles, two country-made pistols, 95 rounds of ammunition, ten uniforms and as many bags from their possession. Several posters pasted by the Maoists asking the people to boycott the upcoming Panchayat (local self-Government institution) elections in the area were also recovered, sources said.
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The Union Government on April 13 said that it would take up with Pakistan the claims made (in an US court) by arrested Pakistani-Canadian militant Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key accused in the Mumbai terrorist attack case (November 26, 2008, also known
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The Union Government on April 13 said that it would take up with Pakistan the claims made (in an US court) by arrested Pakistani-Canadian militant Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key accused in the Mumbai terrorist attack case (November 26, 2008, also known as 26/11), that he had acted at the behest of Islamabad and its spy agency Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), and not the Pakistan based militant outfit Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), reports The Hindu. Sources in the Home Ministry said the disclosures only corroborated what India had been stating about the role of ISI in the 26/11attacks.
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Times of India reports that the Chhattisgarh Government has told the Supreme Court that People's Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL) leader and pediatrician Binayak Sen should not be granted bail as he had arranged for safe hideouts to top leaders of th
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Times of India reports that the Chhattisgarh Government has told the Supreme Court that People's Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL) leader and pediatrician Binayak Sen should not be granted bail as he had arranged for safe hideouts to top leaders of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and helped them get employment under concealed identity. Ahead of the April 15 hearing on Sen's bail plea by a Bench of Justices H S Bedi and C K Prasad, the State through standing counsel Atul Jha submitted an additional affidavit before the court terming the activities of Sen and his wife Elina as "anti-national" as they helped the cadres of the CPI-Maoists, which had been declared a terrorist organisation and banned by the Centre and the State Governments. The State Government said that for the top Maoist leaders, he arranged safe hideouts by arranging houses on rent, helped them open bank accounts and in getting employment under concealed identity and provided employment by incorporating trusts. It said the Andhra Pradesh Police announced a cash award of INR 1.2 million for the arrest of top Maoist leader and politburo member Narayan Sanyal on March 25, 2006, but Sen maintained strong links with him. When Sanyal was arrested and lodged in jail, Sen met him on the false pretext of treating him. "Sen met Narayan Sanyal 33 times within a short span of 11 months (from June 5, 2006 to April 30, 2007) by falsely representing him as a brother and relative of co-accused Sanyal. The purpose of meeting entered in the (jail) register was 'domestic reason'," it said. The Raman Singh Government also said that Sen's wife Elina had also helped top Maoist Shankar Singh and Amita Srivastava in opening bank accounts. "The petitioner also arranged job for absconding top Maoist Amita Srivastava in a local school. To camouflage the identity of top Maoists, Sen and his wife Elina Sen showed top Maoists as employees of their alleged charitable organisation `Rupanter'," the State Government said. It said that being a PUCL member did not justify harbouring top Maoists and arranging safe hideouts for them. "As a concerned citizen of this country, the petitioner ought to have informed the Police about the whereabouts of hardcore Naxalites [Left Wing Extremists]."
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Times of India reports that two former cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were shot dead by the Maoist cadres at Atikheta village in Latehar District on April 13. The bullet-riddled bodies of Nirmal Singh and Birendra Singh Kh
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Times of India reports that two former cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were shot dead by the Maoist cadres at Atikheta village in Latehar District on April 13. The bullet-riddled bodies of Nirmal Singh and Birendra Singh Kharwar were recovered during the day with the Maoists claiming responsibility, Superintendent of Police Kuldip Diwedi said. The Maoists' note accused the duo of rape and robbery after quitting their ranks to float Jharkhand Janmukti Parishad (JJP, a CPI-Maoist splinter group). Singh and Kharwar had been in the Maoists' firing squad till 2008, the Police said.
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Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Gurudas Kamat, praised Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) troopers fighting the Maoists in Jharkhand and assured that the Centre would look into their requirements. "The nation salutes CRPF jawans (troopers)
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Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Gurudas Kamat, praised Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) troopers fighting the Maoists in Jharkhand and assured that the Centre would look into their requirements. "The nation salutes CRPF jawans (troopers) who are fighting Naxalites [Left Wing Extremism] in the forests. The Government will address their problems and requirements," Kamat said while meeting the CRPF personnel at the Zilla School ground in Chaibasa in West Singhbhum District to mark a function of the 197th battalion of the CRPF. Condemning the killing of two villagers by the Maoists in Latehar on April 12, Kamat asked what the Maoists want to prove by indulging in violence. To a query whether the Union Government would sanction setting up of more camps in the dense Saranda forest in West Singhbhum, Kamat said the Government would consider it after recruitment of more personnel in the CRPF. On another query as to when the night service of the railways would start, Kamat said he would speak to the railway ministry, adding if Jharkhand provided security trains, services could restart in the areas bordering Jharkhand and West Bengal. Train services were cancelled after the Gyaneshwari Express mishap in 2010.
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A Washington Post report quoting US defence officials have claimed that there is no plan to suspend or restrict the CIA’s drone campaign in Pakistan, and that the agency has not been asked to pull any of its employees out of Pakistan. The report sta
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A Washington Post report quoting US defence officials have claimed that there is no plan to suspend or restrict the CIA’s drone campaign in Pakistan, and that the agency has not been asked to pull any of its employees out of Pakistan. The report stated that during the meeting of CIA Director Leon E. Panetta and ISI Chief General Ahmed Shuja Pasha, Panetta said that he has an obligation to protect the American people and was responsible for national security and therefore he had no plans to call an end to the drone strikes in Pakistan and nor was he planning to alter their frequency.
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A driver, Barkatullah (45), was shot dead near Saba Cinema in New Karachi. Police said the victim was a Pakhtoon speaking.
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A driver, Barkatullah (45), was shot dead near Saba Cinema in New Karachi. Police said the victim was a Pakhtoon speaking.
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A MQM activist, Shahbaz Rafiq (45) and an ANP worker, Hazratullah, were shot dead in Sohrab Goth.
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A MQM activist, Shahbaz Rafiq (45) and an ANP worker, Hazratullah, were shot dead in Sohrab Goth.
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A passerby was killed when unidentified assailants attacked the ANP ward office with heavy gunshots.
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A passerby was killed when unidentified assailants attacked the ANP ward office with heavy gunshots.
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Five officials of Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) received injuries while defusing a 500 kilograms explosive device near Sardaryab area of Charsadda District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 13, reports Dawn. The injured officials were identified as Arifulla
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Five officials of Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) received injuries while defusing a 500 kilograms explosive device near Sardaryab area of Charsadda District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 13, reports Dawn. The injured officials were identified as Arifullah, Ziaratullah, Mohammad Mehmood, Habibullah and Khan Said. The officials had brought a 500-kilogram explosive device from Peshawar and were trying to defuse it near Sardaryab recreational spot.
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Jamaat-ud-Dawa (JuD) on April 13 said that it will give new talks with India a chance but had little faith they will succeed and believe it is only a matter of time before they will have to fight again, reports Daily Times. For now, many of them are
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Jamaat-ud-Dawa (JuD) on April 13 said that it will give new talks with India a chance but had little faith they will succeed and believe it is only a matter of time before they will have to fight again, reports Daily Times. For now, many of them are engaged in peaceful pursuits such as small businesses, teaching or social welfare, and they face severe Pakistani restrictions on crossing Line of Control (LoC) separating Azad Kashmir (Pakistan occupied Kashmir) and Indian held Kashmir. “We have not given up jihad, but are just giving another chance to talks,” Abdul Aziz Alvi, JuD ‘chief’ in Azad Kashmir said. “If India does not understand the language of negotiation, then guns will start speaking,” Alvi said as he was attending a protest rally against Indian plans to build dams in its part of Kashmir.
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Only a day after a four-hour meeting between the heads of Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) of the United States held to reset strained ties between the two agencies, missiles fired by US drones killed seven
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Only a day after a four-hour meeting between the heads of Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) of the United States held to reset strained ties between the two agencies, missiles fired by US drones killed seven suspected militants and injured four others near Angoor Adda in South Waziristan Agency (SWA) of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 13, reports Dawn. An eyewitness said the militants had entered SWA from Afghanistan in two vehicles when four unmanned planes attacked them near the border village of Bagher. The drones fired missiles at the moving vehicles and a motorbike. In addition, Pakistan lodged a protest with the United States over the Angoor Adda drone attack, describing the continued drone raids as a ‘core irritant’ in counter-terrorism cooperation. “Pakistan strongly condemns the drone attack at Angoor Adda today. We have repeatedly said that such attacks are counter-productive and only contribute to strengthening the hands of terrorists,” Foreign Secretary Salman Bashir told US Ambassador Cameron Munter while lodging the protest with him. “Drone attacks have become a core irritant in the counter-terror campaign,” a statement by the Foreign Office said. However, the timing of the latest attack is also being seen as meaningful because it took place at a time when ISI Chief General Shuja Pasha was on his way home from Washington after talks with his counterpart, CIA Director Leon E. Panetta. General Pasha had called for limiting the scope of drone attacks to North Waziristan as a precondition for reviving the stalled counter-terrorism cooperation.
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Pakistani authorities on April 13 refuted the Chilean Police's claim of having arrested the brother of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) ‘chief’ Maulana Masood Azhar, accused of coordinating the hijacking of an Indian Airlines plane on December 24, 1999, saying
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Pakistani authorities on April 13 refuted the Chilean Police's claim of having arrested the brother of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) ‘chief’ Maulana Masood Azhar, accused of coordinating the hijacking of an Indian Airlines plane on December 24, 1999, saying the Chilean authorities had nabbed someone else, reports Dawn.
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Unidentified assailants shot dead three MQM workers and injured another person at an estate agency near Mohajir Chowk in Orangi Town. The dead were identified as Habib (33), Waqas (24), and Zaheer (44) while injured was identified as Irfan.
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Unidentified assailants shot dead three MQM workers and injured another person at an estate agency near Mohajir Chowk in Orangi Town. The dead were identified as Habib (33), Waqas (24), and Zaheer (44) while injured was identified as Irfan.
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Police made public three persons arrested on charge of exploding a bomb in a passenger bus in Butwal in Rupandehi District on March 27, Nepal News reported. District Police Office, Rupandehi, on April 13 made public Islam Musalman (40), Prashant Pand
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Police made public three persons arrested on charge of exploding a bomb in a passenger bus in Butwal in Rupandehi District on March 27, Nepal News reported. District Police Office, Rupandehi, on April 13 made public Islam Musalman (40), Prashant Pande (26) and Rajkumar Chauha (19). Musalman is an Indian national, while Pande and Chauhan are residents of Rupandehi District. Police said that all three were found affiliated with Akhil Terai Mukti Morcha (Bhagat Singh group), an armed outfit active in Terai. The arrested three conceded to the Police that they had planted the bomb in the bus at Bhairahawa Bus Park and escaped. Police said, two others accused in the incident - Ghanasyam Yadav and Maksud Musalwan - were still absconding.
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President Ram Baran Yadav has said the ongoing economic, administrative and social cloud of confusion and uncertainty will clear only after a meaningful completion of the peace process and writing of a democratic constitution. Issuing a statement on
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President Ram Baran Yadav has said the ongoing economic, administrative and social cloud of confusion and uncertainty will clear only after a meaningful completion of the peace process and writing of a democratic constitution. Issuing a statement on April 13, the President also urged the major political parties to complete the peace and constitution-writing processes within the given deadline. “The Constituent Assembly (CA), which was expected to institutionalise the achievements of the 2006 people’s uprising, has now entered the third year. People have hoped the remaining tasks of peace and constitution will complete within the designated time,” he said.
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Prime Minister (PM) Jhala Nath Khanal told the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda that the Home Ministry cannot be given to the Maoist party unless it comes up with a time-bound action plan on i
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Prime Minister (PM) Jhala Nath Khanal told the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda that the Home Ministry cannot be given to the Maoist party unless it comes up with a time-bound action plan on integration and rehabilitation of former Maoist combatants and constitution writing, Kantipuronline on April 14. The PM's Press Advisor, Surya Thapa, confirmed that the PM made such a statement in a series of meetings with Dahal in the last week. In response, Maoist leaders said they could come up with the plan once the modalities and number for the integration are finalised.
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In another Court trial of Ramna Batamul Blast case, ten years have gone by and the trials are yet to be completed. During the celebration of Bengali New Year, in 2001, the blast killed 10 people. One of the trial remains stuck as the Supreme Court re
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In another Court trial of Ramna Batamul Blast case, ten years have gone by and the trials are yet to be completed. During the celebration of Bengali New Year, in 2001, the blast killed 10 people. One of the trial remains stuck as the Supreme Court registrar is yet to give his opinion on whether the trials of both cases could be held in the same court. Ironically, the case filed under Explosive Substances Act (ESA) is pending with the Speedy Trial Tribunal-1 Dhaka. Seven and a half years after the incident, during the immediate past caretaker rule, the investigators found Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) links to the blast. Criminal Investigation Department pressed charges against 14 members of banned militant outfit HuJI-B on December 30, 2008. The charge-sheeted accused are top leaders of HuJI-B including top leaders Mufti Abdul Hannan, Mufti Shafiqur Rahman, Moulana Yahiya, Mufti Abdul Hye, Moulana Shawkat Osman alias Sheikh Farid, Moulana Abu Bakar alias Selim Hawlader, Moulana Mohammad Tajuddin, Moulana Abdul Hannan Sabbir, Arif Hasan Suman, Moulana Akbar Hossain alias Helaluddin, Moulana Abu Taher, Moulana Abdur Rouf, Hafez Jahangir Alam Badar and Shahadat Ullah alias Jewel. Of them, Hannan, Suman, Jewel, Abu Taher and Rouf are behind bars while Akbar is out on a High Court bail. The other eight are still at large.Meantime, the other case filed for murder is now pending with the Second Additional Metropolitan Sessions Judge's Court of Dhaka. The same court on November 25, 2010 fixed May 31 for hearing of the case.
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The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) has allowed interrogators to question detained Jamaat-e-Islami (Jei) leaders Motiur Rahman Nizami and Ali Ahsan Mohammad Mojahid with links to War Crimes (WCs) at a "Safe Home" in Dhanmondi (Dhaka City) instead
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The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) has allowed interrogators to question detained Jamaat-e-Islami (Jei) leaders Motiur Rahman Nizami and Ali Ahsan Mohammad Mojahid with links to War Crimes (WCs) at a "Safe Home" in Dhanmondi (Dhaka City) instead of Dhaka Central Jail, Daily Star reported on April 13. The order came on April 13 following a petition filed by investigators probing 1971 war crimes. The court warned the Dhaka Central Jail authorities for not paying proper attention to its order for making arrangements for interrogation and asked them to be more cautious in future.
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Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Kanakarayankulam, Kokeliya and Paramankirai areas in the North recovered one Anti Personnel Mine (APM), one Rocket Propeller Grenade (RPG) and one hand grenade on April 13.
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Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Kanakarayankulam, Kokeliya and Paramankirai areas in the North recovered one Anti Personnel Mine (APM), one Rocket Propeller Grenade (RPG) and one hand grenade on April 13.
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The Sri Lankan Government rejected the report that was handed over to the United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on April 12 by the Panel of Experts appointed by him to inquire into Sri Lanka’s accountability issues during the final phase of th
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The Sri Lankan Government rejected the report that was handed over to the United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on April 12 by the Panel of Experts appointed by him to inquire into Sri Lanka’s accountability issues during the final phase of the war against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, Colombo Page reported on April 14. The External Affairs Ministry said in a statement that it had received a copy of the report and that it was flawed and biased. The three-member Panel of Experts was appointed the by the UN Secretary-General on 2010 to inquire and advise him on the alleged violation of international laws during the final stages of the war.
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Troops in the East recovered one claymore mine, six 60-mm mortar bombs, two T-56 magazines and three APMs from Kadavan and Kalladi in Puttlam District.
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Troops in the East recovered one claymore mine, six 60-mm mortar bombs, two T-56 magazines and three APMs from Kadavan and Kalladi in Puttlam District.
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April - 14 
Daily Excelsior reports that the General Officer Commanding (GOC), Romeo Force, Rashtriya Rifles (RR) K A S Bhullar said in Poonch that militant training camps still exist in Pakistan which supports infiltration into Jammu and Kashmir. General Bhulla
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Daily Excelsior reports that the General Officer Commanding (GOC), Romeo Force, Rashtriya Rifles (RR) K A S Bhullar said in Poonch that militant training camps still exist in Pakistan which supports infiltration into Jammu and Kashmir. General Bhullar said that the Army has stepped up vigil in the region. Earlier, banned militant outfit Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) threatened the locals from participating in the village council elections in the state. The GOC said that the Army had provided security so that election process could be undertaken peacefully and safely.
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In a separate incident, Jammu & Kashmir Police arrested a Delhi based hawala (illegal money transfer) conduit Hira Lal from a hotel in Srinagar with fake currency notes in the second week of April according to The Times of India. He has alleged tha
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In a separate incident, Jammu & Kashmir Police arrested a Delhi based hawala (illegal money transfer) conduit Hira Lal from a hotel in Srinagar with fake currency notes in the second week of April according to The Times of India. He has alleged that separatists-turned-politicians have been siphoning off Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) funds meant for terrorist activities for personal benefits. According to sources, Hira Lal was getting money from the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi and he was handing over the money to brothers Bilal and Sajjad Lone. A former Al-Barq terrorist, Bilal Rahi of Kupwara District, involved in Line of Control (LoC) trade in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK) through Uri Pass in Baramulla District, is also involved in hawala transaction and was passing on ISI funds to Lone brothers.
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Kashmir Times reports that Jammu and Kashmir Government has slapped second consecutive Public Safety Act (PSA) against Dukhtaraan-e-Millat (DeM) Chief Asiya Andrabi and lodged her in Kote Bhalwal jail in the context of last year’s summer agitation. E
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Kashmir Times reports that Jammu and Kashmir Government has slapped second consecutive Public Safety Act (PSA) against Dukhtaraan-e-Millat (DeM) Chief Asiya Andrabi and lodged her in Kote Bhalwal jail in the context of last year’s summer agitation. Earlier the grounds of detention said that she was close to Syed Ali Shah Geelani and had played a pivotal role in launching last summer agitation and now again the government has added fresh grounds of detention against her.
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Suspected GNLA militants attacked a gas station by lobbying a crude bomb in the heart of Mendipather town that belongs to one Prakash Ch Momin in East Garo Hills District on April 14. However, no casualty was reported.
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Suspected GNLA militants attacked a gas station by lobbying a crude bomb in the heart of Mendipather town that belongs to one Prakash Ch Momin in East Garo Hills District on April 14. However, no casualty was reported.
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Telegraph reports that five Left Wing Extremists (LWE) cadres were arrested from different parts of Ranchi District on April 14. Three cadres of the People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a break away faction of the Communist Party of India-Maois
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Telegraph reports that five Left Wing Extremists (LWE) cadres were arrested from different parts of Ranchi District on April 14. Three cadres of the People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a break away faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were arrested from Bajra Bridge, about 15 kilometres from the District Headquarters in Itki, while two Maoist cadres identified as Basudev Hazam and Istomani alias Basanti, were arrested from near Rocky Cinema in the Bundu Police Station area in the District. The three PLFI cadres are identified as Raj Kamal Gope (30), Manjula Kumari (20) and Shahnawaz (21). Raj Kamal Gope is the ‘zonal commander’ of the PLFI, while Manjula and Shahnawaz were his trusted lieutenants. “Gope is wanted in more than 20 cases of murder and extortion,” Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Praveen Kumar Singh said. According to the Police, Basudev and Basanti were actively associated with Maoist ‘zonal commander’ Kundan Pahan, known as the Veerapan of Jharkhand. “The Maoist duo was associated with the Kundan Pahan squad for a year and a half. But when the rebels sexually exploited the girl, both decided to stay away. To protect themselves from the wrath of Maoists, they preferred working as suppliers,” SSP Singh said. “I joined the organisation three months ago, but had remained in the squad for only six days. During my very brief association, Budhwa Pahan, an aide of Kundan Pahan, raped me four times,” Basanti said. “One foreign made pistol, 40 gelatine sticks, more than 50 live cartridges and one vehicle has been recovered," SSP Singh added.
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The Jharkhand Government must improve law and order conditions as the coal production in the State, which has the largest coal reserves in India, has been hit by the Maoist problem, Union Coal Minister Prakash Jaiswal said. "Coal production has been
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The Jharkhand Government must improve law and order conditions as the coal production in the State, which has the largest coal reserves in India, has been hit by the Maoist problem, Union Coal Minister Prakash Jaiswal said. "Coal production has been hit by the Maoist problem in the State. Law and order in Jharkhand is not satisfactory and the State Government should do the needful to improve it," Jaiswal told reporters in Ranchi.
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The Police are on high alert following intelligence inputs that Maoist ‘secretary’ of Andhra Pradesh-Odisha Border Special Zonal Committee (AOBSZC) Akkiraju Haragopal alias Ramakrishna alias RK might have crossed over to Odisha border from Chhattisga
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The Police are on high alert following intelligence inputs that Maoist ‘secretary’ of Andhra Pradesh-Odisha Border Special Zonal Committee (AOBSZC) Akkiraju Haragopal alias Ramakrishna alias RK might have crossed over to Odisha border from Chhattisgarh. Senior Maoist leader Tipparti Tirupathi alias Deoji alias Chetan alias Devanna (52), was in Koraput District recently to discuss the cadre preparedness and work out strategies in AOBSZC in the wake of reports that the Security Forces could resume Operation Green Hunt (OGH) in a big way, sources said. Tirupathi, who is a ‘central committee’ leader, is also a member of the Central Military Commission.
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The Union Government on April 14 said that there was no dilution in its position that all those responsible for the Mumbai terror attacks (November 26, 2008, also known as 26/11) should be brought to justice expeditiously and the on-going dialogue wi
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The Union Government on April 14 said that there was no dilution in its position that all those responsible for the Mumbai terror attacks (November 26, 2008, also known as 26/11) should be brought to justice expeditiously and the on-going dialogue with Pakistan will seek to address the country's terrorism-related concerns. Noting that India has embarked on a dialogue process with Pakistan with the aim of normalising relations, the Ministry of External Affairs said, "This dialogue will naturally seek to address our terrorism-related concerns, particularly with respect to the Mumbai terrorist attack."
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April - 14 
Times of India reports that the Special Task Force (STF) troopers arrested a top leader identified as Baidyanath Tiwari alias Tula Nand Tiwari alias Binod Mahto alias Sameerji alias Bhagwan Dada, of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) fr
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Times of India reports that the Special Task Force (STF) troopers arrested a top leader identified as Baidyanath Tiwari alias Tula Nand Tiwari alias Binod Mahto alias Sameerji alias Bhagwan Dada, of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) from Samukhiya Mor village in Banka District on April 14. Acting on a tip off, the Police team headed by the STF Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Neeraj Kumar raided a hide out and arrested Tiwari, the Additional Director General (Headquarters) ADG (HQs) Rajvardhan Sharma said. Tiwari is secretary of the Bihar Jharkhand Special Area Committee (BJSAC) of the outlawed CPI (Maoist). The Police recovered a pistol, six live ammunition, 11 mobile phones, a laptop and a large quantity of Naxal [Left Wing Extremism] literature from the possession of Tiwari who was wanted in at least 25 cases of Maoist operations in Bihar, the ADG said. Tiwari, a native of Jokityabad village in Giridih District of Jharkhand, was wanted in connection with at least 25 Naxalite activities, including the murder case of the then Munger SP KC Suresh Babu in 2005 and abduction of four cops from Kajra forests in Lakhisarai District of Bihar in 2010, ADG Sharma added.
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April - 14 
Times of India reports that the Task Force investigators arrested a pseudo Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) identified as A Mallesh (25), from Rathifile bus station under Punjagutta Police limits in Hyderabad on April 14. Mallesh, a resid
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Times of India reports that the Task Force investigators arrested a pseudo Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) identified as A Mallesh (25), from Rathifile bus station under Punjagutta Police limits in Hyderabad on April 14. Mallesh, a resident of Ambedkar Nagar in Secunderabad, is a catering worker and working in multi-level marketing (MLM) business, tried to extort money by faking his identity as Maoist leader Stephen from Dr K Srikanth, an oncologist of Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda. The Task Force laid a trap and arrested Mallesh.
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April - 14 
Tripurainfo reports that two militants of Biswamohan faction of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT-BM), identified as Sukha Ranjan Jamatia (34) alias Sarthai and Swapan Debbarma (27) alias Jambu, have surrendered before Deputy Inspector Gener
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Tripurainfo reports that two militants of Biswamohan faction of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT-BM), identified as Sukha Ranjan Jamatia (34) alias Sarthai and Swapan Debbarma (27) alias Jambu, have surrendered before Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP) at Police headquarters in Agartala on April 14. Both the militants have laid down 9mm pistol, magazine with 3 rounds and Chinese live grenade each during the surrender.
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April - 14 
A total of 957 civilians were killed in American drone attacks in the country 2010, the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan said in its annual report on April 14, reports Times of India. Report said that terrorist attacks in Pakistan left 2,542 peopl
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A total of 957 civilians were killed in American drone attacks in the country 2010, the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan said in its annual report on April 14, reports Times of India. Report said that terrorist attacks in Pakistan left 2,542 people dead and 5,062 others injured in 2010. "Target killings" in the country's port city of Karachi saw the death of 237 political activists while in the southwestern province of Balochistan, at least 118 people were killed, the report said. At least 1,159 people, including 1,041 civilians, lost their lives in 67 suicide bomb attacks in the country. During 2010, at least 12,580 people were killed in different incidents, including 791 honour killings. A total of 581 people were kidnapped for ransom. The report, whose statistics were derived largely from media and other undisclosed sources, criticised the government for failing to protect the citizens, especially religious minorities. It said the biggest terrorist incident took place in Lahore at a place of worship place of a religious minority. The attack left 99 members of the Ahmadiyya sect dead.
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April - 14 
At least 18 militants were killed and another 25 injured in clashes with Security Forces (SFs) in Baizai and Safi tehsils (revenue unit) of Mohamad Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 14, reports Dawn. Two soldiers were kill
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At least 18 militants were killed and another 25 injured in clashes with Security Forces (SFs) in Baizai and Safi tehsils (revenue unit) of Mohamad Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 14, reports Dawn. Two soldiers were killed and 10 others injured in the clashes. The hideouts attacked were in Suran Darra, Wach Kohi, Khaili Kor, Baidmani and Wali Dad Kor areas along the Afghanistan border.
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April - 14 
Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Ashfaq Pervez Kayani, on April 14 appreciated the support extended by tribal elders in the war against terrorism, Daily Times quoting an ISPR press release reported on April 15. Addressing the tribal elders during
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Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Ashfaq Pervez Kayani, on April 14 appreciated the support extended by tribal elders in the war against terrorism, Daily Times quoting an ISPR press release reported on April 15. Addressing the tribal elders during his visit to Ghulam Khan in North Waziristan Agency (NWA) and Peshawar, he acknowledged their sacrifices in war against terrorism. He reiterated the army’s resolve to bring peace and stability to the affected areas and protect lives and properties of tribal people against all internal as well as external threats. The COAS inaugurated the Bannu-Mir Ali-Miran Shah-Ghulam Khan road being constructed as part of quick impact projects, undertaken by the Pakistan Army for social development of the Federally Administrated Tribal Areas.
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April - 14 
Pakistan would back a plan to allow the Taliban to open a political office in Turkey to help with talks to end the war in Afghanistan, a Pakistani official said on April 14 during a visit by President Asif Ali Zardari to Ankara, reports Daily Times.
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Pakistan would back a plan to allow the Taliban to open a political office in Turkey to help with talks to end the war in Afghanistan, a Pakistani official said on April 14 during a visit by President Asif Ali Zardari to Ankara, reports Daily Times. “We have no reservations for such an office to be opened,” the official said, on condition of anonymity. “We are not against it. As long as there’s ownership from the Afghanistan people and the Afghanistan Government we will not oppose it,” the official added. Analysts say that any solution to the Afghanistan conflict would likely require the support of Pakistan. Turkey, which has hosted talks aimed at building trust between Pakistan and Afghanistan, has said it is open to allowing the establishment of a diplomatic presence for the Taliban on its soil, but that there is no formal request yet. The proposal first surfaced during a trilateral summit in December between Turkey, Afghanistan and Pakistan in Istanbul, in which Karzai said Kabul would welcome any offer by Turkey meant to facilitate talks. President Zardari, who is in Turkey, and his Turkish counterpart Abdullah Gul declined to comment on the issue during a news conference on April 12. A Turkish foreign ministry official said: “There is no application (for opening a Taliban office) yet and no decision has been taken yet. We will evaluate it when there is such a demand.”
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April - 14 
Police arrested four Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) ‘commanders’ during a raid in Maskini Darra of Lower Dir District. The four TTP ‘commanders’ were identified as Nimatullah, Umar Bacha, Saifur Rahman and Abu Bakar.
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Police arrested four Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) ‘commanders’ during a raid in Maskini Darra of Lower Dir District. The four TTP ‘commanders’ were identified as Nimatullah, Umar Bacha, Saifur Rahman and Abu Bakar.
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April - 14 
Prime Minister Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani, while strongly condemning drone attacks on April 14, said that they were counter-productive in law enforcement operations against terrorists, reports The Express Tribune. Talking to Haji Muneer Ahmad Orakzai, a
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Prime Minister Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani, while strongly condemning drone attacks on April 14, said that they were counter-productive in law enforcement operations against terrorists, reports The Express Tribune. Talking to Haji Muneer Ahmad Orakzai, a Member of National Assembly (MNA) from Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), Gilani said that the issue was being raised at all forums to convey Pakistan’s concerns to NATO forces. The prime minister added that the Government was taking concrete measures for FATA development by bringing them into mainstream politics.
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April - 14 
Religious leader Maulana Abdul Kabir Qadri Qambrani and a student of his seminary, Dur Khan, were killed and his son and another student were injured in an attack in the Sariab Road area of Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan on April 14, r
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Religious leader Maulana Abdul Kabir Qadri Qambrani and a student of his seminary, Dur Khan, were killed and his son and another student were injured in an attack in the Sariab Road area of Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan on April 14, reports Dawn. According to Police, the assailants who were on a motorbike opened fire on them near the Bibi Nani Shrine.
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April - 14 
Seven more people, including four Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) workers and one Awami National Party (ANP) activist, were killed in separate incidents of target killings that continued to plague Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh, on April 14,
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Seven more people, including four Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) workers and one Awami National Party (ANP) activist, were killed in separate incidents of target killings that continued to plague Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh, on April 14, reports Daily Times.
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April - 14 
Six persons, including two activists each of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) and the Awami National Party (ANP), were killed ongoing wave of target killings in Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh on April 14, reports Daily Times.
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Six persons, including two activists each of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) and the Awami National Party (ANP), were killed ongoing wave of target killings in Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh on April 14, reports Daily Times.
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April - 14 
The Sindh Law and Parliamentary Minister Mohammad Ayaz Soomro has condemned the act of terrorism in Karachi and described it a conspiracy hatched by anti-democratic and criminal elements against the present Government. Talking to newsmen, he said: “B
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The Sindh Law and Parliamentary Minister Mohammad Ayaz Soomro has condemned the act of terrorism in Karachi and described it a conspiracy hatched by anti-democratic and criminal elements against the present Government. Talking to newsmen, he said: “Being a son of soil, we are custodian of Sindh and it is our joint responsibility to protect lives, properties and honor of the citizens without any discrimination of political affiliation, sect, colour or caste.
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April - 14 
Two suspected militants from France have been arrested in Pakistan after meeting a man accused of having ties to al Qaeda, officials said on April 14, reports Dawn. The French men, who have not been identified publicly, were arrested at a bus stop in
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Two suspected militants from France have been arrested in Pakistan after meeting a man accused of having ties to al Qaeda, officials said on April 14, reports Dawn. The French men, who have not been identified publicly, were arrested at a bus stop in Lahore (Punjab) in January 25 after going there from the airport with a man identified as Tahir Shehzad, a Pakistani intelligence official said. Information from Shehzad led authorities to Umar Patek, an Indonesian al Qaeda-linked suspect detained on January 25, the official said. The French men had intended to travel with Patek to North Waziristan Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) where al Qaeda’s top command is based, he said on condition of anonymity. It was not immediately clear if the men were suspected of plotting a terror attack. One of the French citizens is of Pakistani origin and the other is a convert to Islam, the Pakistani official said. France is home to Western Europe’s largest Muslim population, estimated to be at least 5 million.
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April - 14 
Unidentified militants blew up Khobai Educational Academy, a private high school, in Khobai area of Shabqadar tehsil (revenue unit) in Charsadda District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 14, reports Dawn.
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Unidentified militants blew up Khobai Educational Academy, a private high school, in Khobai area of Shabqadar tehsil (revenue unit) in Charsadda District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 14, reports Dawn.
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April - 14 
An employee of Pakistani Embassy, identified as Mehboob Asim, was injured as unidentified assailants opened fire at him in the Basundara area of National Capital Kathmandu in the morning of April 14 (today), reports Kantipuronline.
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An employee of Pakistani Embassy, identified as Mehboob Asim, was injured as unidentified assailants opened fire at him in the Basundara area of National Capital Kathmandu in the morning of April 14 (today), reports Kantipuronline.
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April - 14 
Co-chairman of Sadbhawana Party, Laxman Lal Karna, on April 14 said that the Constituent Assembly (CA) term would be extended only if progress is made in constitution writing, or else it should not be extended just for the sake of it, reports Kantipu
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Co-chairman of Sadbhawana Party, Laxman Lal Karna, on April 14 said that the Constituent Assembly (CA) term would be extended only if progress is made in constitution writing, or else it should not be extended just for the sake of it, reports Kantipuronline. Karna added that it is the deprived Madheshi, Janajati (schedule tribe), Dalit (backward class) and women sections who need the constitution the most. And, if it is not secured through the CA within the stipulated time, there may be a need for an uprising. However, he added if disputed issues are resolved within 10 days, a draft of the constitution could be prepared in the next seven days. And if this is done, Karna said the CA could be extended for another three months. He also cautioned against intervention by the President in case the constitution fails to come out on time as that risks bringing Nepal Army to power.
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April - 14 
Madheshi Janadhikar Forum (MJF) chairman Upendra Yadav has said that the term of the CA could be extended, but the parties must convince the people beforehand, according to Nepal News. Yadav said the CA's deadline should not be extended without getti
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Madheshi Janadhikar Forum (MJF) chairman Upendra Yadav has said that the term of the CA could be extended, but the parties must convince the people beforehand, according to Nepal News. Yadav said the CA's deadline should not be extended without getting full support from the citizens, saying the ground behind it should be tacit and rational. He also urged all Madhesh-based parties to come under a single platform to defend the rights of Madheshi people.
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April - 14 
The fringe political parties have blamed the major political parties for paying less attention toward constitution writing, Kantipuronline reported. Leaders of the fringe parties complained that their demands were not heard in the CA by the major pol
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The fringe political parties have blamed the major political parties for paying less attention toward constitution writing, Kantipuronline reported. Leaders of the fringe parties complained that their demands were not heard in the CA by the major political parties' leaders adding that constitution will not be promulgated within the slated timeframe of May 28. They warned that the people will promulgate the constitution from the street if the leaders of major political parties continue to run for the power again.
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April - 14 
The six-hour long Standing Committee (SC) meeting of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) failed to decide the names of leaders who would join the Cabinet due to the dispute among three factions, respectively of Chairman Pushpa Kamal
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The six-hour long Standing Committee (SC) meeting of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) failed to decide the names of leaders who would join the Cabinet due to the dispute among three factions, respectively of Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda, Vice Chairmen Baburam Bhattarai and Mohan Baidya. The list of ministerial contenders in the party is big and all the factions want to send more leaders in the Cabinet from their respective camps. The Maoists are yet to send seven ministers and 11 State Ministers in the Government as per the deal with Prime Minister Jhala Nath Khanal. According to leaders, there are 12 contenders for seven ministers and 24 for 11 State Ministers.
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April - 14 
Daily Star reports that unidentified assailants shot dead a member of Parbatto Chittagong Janasanghanghati Samity (PCJSS) Chijimon Chakma (32) and his daughter Arko Moni Chakma (2) in Rangamati District on April 14.
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Daily Star reports that unidentified assailants shot dead a member of Parbatto Chittagong Janasanghanghati Samity (PCJSS) Chijimon Chakma (32) and his daughter Arko Moni Chakma (2) in Rangamati District on April 14.
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April - 14 
Police arrested five members of Islamist militant outfit Jagrata Muslim Towhidi Janata on charges of anti-state activities at Nazrul Avenue in Kandirpar of Comilla District on April 14. The activists were pasting posters on walls protesting Governmen
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Police arrested five members of Islamist militant outfit Jagrata Muslim Towhidi Janata on charges of anti-state activities at Nazrul Avenue in Kandirpar of Comilla District on April 14. The activists were pasting posters on walls protesting Government's move to ban fatwa (religious edict), and demanding cancellation of the proposed Education Policy and National Women Development Policy.
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April - 14 
The United States, on April 14, said that Sri Lanka should use the expertise of the United Nations Panel of Experts to address the accountability issues during the later stages of the war between Government forces and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil E
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The United States, on April 14, said that Sri Lanka should use the expertise of the United Nations Panel of Experts to address the accountability issues during the later stages of the war between Government forces and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, according to Colombo Page. “We, obviously, have encouraged the Sri Lankan Government to engage in a process of accountability and to also use this panel of experts and their expertise, obviously, to address some of the questions," the Acting Deputy Department Spokesman Mark C. Toner said at the daily press briefing in response to a media question.
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April - 15 
Assam Tribune reports that seven persons including six Policemen were killed and six injured in an ambush by Suspected National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants in Manipur on April 15. A group of militants hiding on a h
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Assam Tribune reports that seven persons including six Policemen were killed and six injured in an ambush by Suspected National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants in Manipur on April 15. A group of militants hiding on a hilltop ambushed a convoy belonging to Wungnaoshang Keishing, Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) of Phungyar Constituency, near village Riha in Ukhrul District. The deceased Policemen were identified as Hodam Narendra, Kunjo, Tomba and Muhammad Tajuddin, Surchand, Purem and a civilian, personal driver of the MLA Ramreingam alias Aboi, adds Sangai Express. The injured Policemen were identified as Stephen Keishing, Sunidro, Rehman, Sorathem Mangi, Irabanta all security personnel and a civilian Vaorei Keishing, states Shillong Times.
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April - 15 
Deccan Chronicle reports on April 16, that about 1,000 candidates withdrew their nominations and many other aspirants did not file nomination papers at all in two southern Districts in the Panchayat (village level local self-Government institution) p
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Deccan Chronicle reports on April 16, that about 1,000 candidates withdrew their nominations and many other aspirants did not file nomination papers at all in two southern Districts in the Panchayat (village level local self-Government institution) polls to be held on April 20, for the fear of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), after the Maoists threatened of dire consequences if they participated in the democratic exercise. “People certainly want to stay alive instead of getting killed for trying to contest in an election. The security situation here does not give us confidence,” said Mahendra Prasad of Sherghati in Gaya District. Prasad withdrew his name a few days after filing his nomination papers for the election of mukhia (village head). “We had assured the people that full security measures would be in place to ensure peaceful polls. We had asked the candidates to complain against any pressure from anywhere. But nobody complained so far,” said Gaya Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Vinay Kumar. Director General of Police (DGP) Neelmani, however, said Security Forces were ready to ensure peaceful and fair polls.
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April - 15 
Intelligence sources said Maoists prefer to recruit criminals who are wanted in several criminal cases. "There is advantage to both: criminals get protection and can earn money, while Maoists get a criminal who in fear of Police action dedicatedly en
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Intelligence sources said Maoists prefer to recruit criminals who are wanted in several criminal cases. "There is advantage to both: criminals get protection and can earn money, while Maoists get a criminal who in fear of Police action dedicatedly engage in rebel activities," said the intelligence official. SSP Singh said due to intensive Police pressure, several top Maoists have either surrendered or are being killed and thus criminal options have become most suitable for the Maoists. "The cadre recruitment drives of rebels, have recently suffered a huge setback due to Police pressure and presence of security men in Naxalite-affected areas. Thus they are looking for criminals," said Singh. He added there are cases when Maoists themselves call on the criminals who have been evading arrests and ask them to join their ranks and in many cases criminals themselves contact the Maoists. According to intelligence inputs, the South Chhotanagpur zonal committee, which has ‘zonal commander’ Kundan Pahan, having lost his cadres in Police encounter has surrendered to Police and is now looking for criminals, who could consolidate his eroding base in Bundu, Tamar and Arki areas and strengthen his squad.
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April - 15 
Meghalaya Home Minister H.D.R Lyngdoh on April 15 said that the Government will investigate the alleged nexus between the Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants and some Police, states Assam Tribune. "It could be only a suspicion (nexus betwe
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Meghalaya Home Minister H.D.R Lyngdoh on April 15 said that the Government will investigate the alleged nexus between the Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants and some Police, states Assam Tribune. "It could be only a suspicion (nexus between GNLA and police personnel), but we will conduct an investigation to establish these linkages," Lyngdoh told journalists. Lyngdoh's statement comes after a senior Union Home Ministry official accused two police inspectors, four sub-inspectors and a number of police constables of Meghalaya Police of maintaining links with the GNLA. The GNLA, which is fighting for a 'sovereign Garoland' in the western areas of Meghalaya, is headed by Champion R. Sangma, a rogue Policeman. The GNLA, operating in three Garo Hills districts in the western part of Meghalaya, maintains links with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB).
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April - 15 
Police arrested another Mohammad Qasim, a Senior Assistant, posted at Thanna Mandi in Rajouri District in fake gun license racket Sustained questioning of the accused including former Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Mendhar, Choudhary Mukhtiar, has r
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Police arrested another Mohammad Qasim, a Senior Assistant, posted at Thanna Mandi in Rajouri District in fake gun license racket Sustained questioning of the accused including former Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Mendhar, Choudhary Mukhtiar, has revealed that two more senior officers including a retired Deputy Commissioner and a retired Assistant Commissioner (Revenue) were also involved in issuing fake gun licenses to innocent people especially the youth of twin border Districts of Poonch and Rajouri.
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April - 15 
PTI reports that Pakistan's Interior Minister Rehman Malik, on April 15 said that India had provided Pakistan a report on the probe into the Samjhauta Express blast case (February 18, 2007), but had declined to give details. Official sources said Ind
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PTI reports that Pakistan's Interior Minister Rehman Malik, on April 15 said that India had provided Pakistan a report on the probe into the Samjhauta Express blast case (February 18, 2007), but had declined to give details. Official sources said India had shared the findings of its probe into the attack during the meeting of the interior and home secretaries of Pakistan and India in Delhi in March 2011.
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April - 15 
Ruling out reduction of troops in Kashmir, General Officer Commanding (GOC) 15 Corps, Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain said that terror infrastructure is still intact across the border in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) where militants are waiting
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Ruling out reduction of troops in Kashmir, General Officer Commanding (GOC) 15 Corps, Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain said that terror infrastructure is still intact across the border in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) where militants are waiting to infiltrate into the Valley. He, however, said that Army is ready to face the challenge. "The jawans (troopers) posted on the border are very vigilant and they would ensure that peace is not disturbed", he further said, adding "we have faced many challenges and are ready to face many more in the future. There would be no let up in our efforts and we would continue to preserve nation’s integrity". Further, commenting on the situation in Valley, Hasnain said, "the situation cannot be normal unless and until the militant infrastructure and intent across the border is alive as also their over ground network in the Valley", adding "in this scenario we cannot reduce the Army presence".
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April - 15 
Security Forces (SFs) recovered a cache of ammunition and explosive along the Line of Control (LoC) at Keri Sector in Rajouri District, according to Daily Excelsior. A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) hideout was neutralised in the operation. The recovery inc
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Security Forces (SFs) recovered a cache of ammunition and explosive along the Line of Control (LoC) at Keri Sector in Rajouri District, according to Daily Excelsior. A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) hideout was neutralised in the operation. The recovery included 37 AK rounds, two magazines of AK rifle, one grenade, a radio set and other items. However, no arrests were made.
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The death toll in the ambush on the Ukhrul District Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA), Wungnaoshang Keishing, on April 15 at near Riha village rose to eight on April 16 as a civilian succumbed to his injuries, reports Telegraph. Manipur chief mini
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The death toll in the ambush on the Ukhrul District Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA), Wungnaoshang Keishing, on April 15 at near Riha village rose to eight on April 16 as a civilian succumbed to his injuries, reports Telegraph. Manipur chief minister Okram Ibobi Singh on April 16 vowed to take action against the National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), if it was proved that cadres of the outfit were involved in the attack.
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April - 15 
The Hindu reports that the Supreme Court granted bail to Binayak Sen on April 15, rejecting the plea of Chhattisgarh Government which had opposed Sen's bail saying that the documents and pamphlets found in his house suggested that he was actively ass
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The Hindu reports that the Supreme Court granted bail to Binayak Sen on April 15, rejecting the plea of Chhattisgarh Government which had opposed Sen's bail saying that the documents and pamphlets found in his house suggested that he was actively associated with Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist). A Bench of Justices H.S. Bedi and C.K. Prasad, after hearing senior counsel Ram Jethmalani for the petitioner and senior counsel U.U. Lalit for the State, granted bail to Sen. Justice Prasad told Lalit that “We are a democratic country. He may be a sympathiser. That does not make him guilty of sedition.” Drawing an analogy, he asked Lalit that “if Mahatma Gandhi's autobiography is found in somebody's place, is he a Gandhian? No case of sedition is made out on the basis of materials in possession unless you show that he was actively helping or harbouring them [Maoists].” Jethmalani advocating for Sen said: “I have never seen such oppression from the State Government. This literature, what they call sedition is available in the market. ” Quoting various Supreme Court and other judgments, he argued that mere possession of some materials would not amount to the imperialistic concept of sedition, as the law relating to sedition had undergone a sea change. Not a single material was produced against Sen to show that he was involved in preaching or propagating Maoist ideology. Reacting on the Apex court’s decision, Chief Minister Raman Singh said his Government respects the Apex court’s order, reports Deccan Chronicle. “Supreme Court has only granted him the bail. The pending legal process will continue in high court at Bilaspur,” Singh said.
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April - 15 
The Jharkhand Government is facing serious trust deficit with investors since the killing of a Reliance executive on April 6 by the cadres of the Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), a break away faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maois
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The Jharkhand Government is facing serious trust deficit with investors since the killing of a Reliance executive on April 6 by the cadres of the Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), a break away faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), reports Times of India on April 15. While Chief Minister Arjun Munda is busy trying to bring investment to the mineral-rich State, conglomerates already in business in Jharkhand are worried about crime and insurgency levels in the State. "We don't feel safe here anymore,'' said a senior official of a big corporate house. A source said employees of another company were considering withdrawing altogether from the State fearing further violence by Maoists. "The government needs to work hard to make Jharkhand investor-friendly,'' said Sanjay Srivastava, Deputy General Manager (DGM), corp.com, Abhijeet Group. The Police are in a bind because of increasing numbers of Maoist splinter groups. At least seven rebel factions are involved in turf wars in the State with abductions of industrialists becoming increasingly common. "These groups terrorise each other if they tread into one another's territory,'' said a Senior Police Officer.
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April - 15 
The Peoples United Liberation Front (PULF) in a statement has expressed strong resentment over the manner in which the selection of beneficiary for Economic Development Programme (EDP) scheme, states Kanglaonline. A PULF statement released by outfit’
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The Peoples United Liberation Front (PULF) in a statement has expressed strong resentment over the manner in which the selection of beneficiary for Economic Development Programme (EDP) scheme, states Kanglaonline. A PULF statement released by outfit’s ‘Information & Publicity Secretary’ Muhammad Rauf Khan said Department for Welfare of Minorities and Other Backward Classes (MOBC) which is supposed to take up welfare and development programmes for minority Muslim community is rather becoming a department for earning easy money. The PULF statement strongly alleged that the selection list of EDP beneficiary made out by the director MOBC recently had many irregularities.
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April - 15 
Unidentified militants have allegedly shot dead a woman, identified as Hasina Begum (40) candidate for Panchayat (village level local self-government institution) elections at Karpora in Pakherpora area of Charar-e-Sharief in Budgam District on April
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Unidentified militants have allegedly shot dead a woman, identified as Hasina Begum (40) candidate for Panchayat (village level local self-government institution) elections at Karpora in Pakherpora area of Charar-e-Sharief in Budgam District on April 15, reports The Times of India. This is the first political killing in Kashmir since the 16-phase polls began on April 13. Begum was a Panch (member of Panchayat) candidate for the polls to be held on April 21. Although the Panchayat elections are being held on non-partisan basis, Begum was affiliated with Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
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April - 15 
A Government-run primary school was partially damaged when an explosive device planted by unidentified militants went off in Sholwai area of Malakand District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 15, reports Dawn.
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A Government-run primary school was partially damaged when an explosive device planted by unidentified militants went off in Sholwai area of Malakand District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 15, reports Dawn.
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April - 15 
A top Washington think tank, Institute for Science and International Security (ISIS), has argued that recent examples of nuclear industry goods being smuggled from the United States to Pakistan highlight the need for closer monitoring and raise quest
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A top Washington think tank, Institute for Science and International Security (ISIS), has argued that recent examples of nuclear industry goods being smuggled from the United States to Pakistan highlight the need for closer monitoring and raise questions about how an ostensible “ally” of the U.S. could be involved in this illicit trade, The Hindu reported on April 16. Speaking to The Hindu David Albright, President and founder of the ISIS said the “U.S. Government and the nuclear industry need to be working closer together” if such smuggling rings were to be detected. Reflecting upon an ISIS paper that examined the case of Pakistani Nadeem Akhtar, Mr. Albright said, “The U.S. government should simply ask Pakistan to stop this trade, if they want to be our allies,” adding that the recent cases in which smuggling rings were caught they ultimately lead back to supply orders originating in Pakistan. Akhtar's case made news last month when U.S. prosecutors charged him with “running a smuggling operation that shipped materials and equipment to the agencies operating Pakistan's nuclear program,” according to media reports. Akhtar (45) was said to have operated an export firm in Maryland, which obtained items such as radiation-detection devices, calibration equipment and nuclear-grade resins from a company based in North Dakota and passed them on to “agencies that are on a U.S. Commerce Department blacklist.” The orders made to the U.S. Company dated back to 2005 and 2006.
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April - 15 
Iran is building a concrete fence all along its 700-kilometres long border with Pakistan to stop cross-border movements of terrorists, Iran's Defence Minister Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi said on April 15, reports Times of India. The three feet thi
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Iran is building a concrete fence all along its 700-kilometres long border with Pakistan to stop cross-border movements of terrorists, Iran's Defence Minister Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi said on April 15, reports Times of India. The three feet thick and 10 feet high fence, built with concrete and fortified by steel rods, will span the impenetrable mountainous terrain in south eastern Iran, Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi said. "The fence is to prevent villains from crossing into the Islamic republic," the General said. The fence would start from Taftan area to Mand in the Baloch majority Sistan province, which borders Pakistan's Balochistan province. Though the Iranian defence minister did not mention any Pakistani terror groups, the Pakistan-based Baloch outfit Jundullah has been known to operate on both sides of Baloch area.
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April - 15 
Supply of natural gas to the purification plant was suspended on April 15 after unidentified militants blew up a pipeline in Loti gas field area of Dera Bugti District on April 15, reports Dawn.
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Supply of natural gas to the purification plant was suspended on April 15 after unidentified militants blew up a pipeline in Loti gas field area of Dera Bugti District on April 15, reports Dawn.
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April - 15 
The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) has no plans to suspend “operations” in Pakistan against terror suspects despite objections from leaders in Islamabad, a US official said on condition of anonymity on April 15, reports Daily Times. “Pakistan has
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The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) has no plans to suspend “operations” in Pakistan against terror suspects despite objections from leaders in Islamabad, a US official said on condition of anonymity on April 15, reports Daily Times. “Pakistan has criticised missile strikes by US drone aircraft in its tribal belt, but CIA Director Leon Panetta has told intelligence officials that he has a duty to prevent attacks on the United States,” official said. “Panetta has been clear with his Pakistani counterparts that his fundamental responsibility is to protect American people, and he will not halt operations that support that objective,” the official added.
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April - 15 
The European Parliament on April 15 rebuked Pakistan for the slow progress in the fight against militancy in the country and directed the European Commission to appropriate financial aid to Islamabad based on its sincere efforts to eradicate terroris
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The European Parliament on April 15 rebuked Pakistan for the slow progress in the fight against militancy in the country and directed the European Commission to appropriate financial aid to Islamabad based on its sincere efforts to eradicate terrorist groups, reports Times of India. The European Union Parliament issued two declarations reprimanding Pakistan about the dangers posed by the Taliban and calling for urgent measures for the security of the European Union (EU). Noting that Pakistani militants are a major threat to Europe and the world, it instructed the Commission to "re-evaluate the size and objectives of its financial aid, depending on the sincere efforts of the Pakistani government to eradicate terrorist groups". It expressed concern about Taliban sympathizers infiltrating into Pakistani military, intelligence and other security establishments. "Taliban militants are continuously attempting to gain control over nuclear warheads, which clearly poses a threat for Europe and the world," EU said. Terrorism and extremism are not just threats to the stability of Pakistan, but also to the rest of the world, it said noting "elements of the Pakistani intelligence and security services are suspected of giving practical and financial support to terrorist groups". EU called on the Pakistani Government to do more to tackle extremism, and the EU member-states to assist in preventing extremist indoctrination, rooting out extremist infiltration of security services and closing the training centres used by groups for terrorist missions abroad.
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April - 15 
The News quoting a unnamed US official reported that the Central Investigation Agency (CIA) has established its own spy network in Pakistan. According to the US official, the CIA established its spy network in Pakistan’s tribal areas during the last
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The News quoting a unnamed US official reported that the Central Investigation Agency (CIA) has established its own spy network in Pakistan. According to the US official, the CIA established its spy network in Pakistan’s tribal areas during the last two years.
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April - 15 
The United States (US) Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on April 15 voiced understanding for talks with the Taliban as she mourned late diplomat Richard Holbrooke, an avid proponent of reconciliation in Afghanistan, reports Daily Times. At a memori
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The United States (US) Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on April 15 voiced understanding for talks with the Taliban as she mourned late diplomat Richard Holbrooke, an avid proponent of reconciliation in Afghanistan, reports Daily Times. At a memorial service, Clinton credited Holbrooke with setting the troubled US relationships with Pakistan and Afghanistan on the right track as special envoy to the countries. “Those who found negotiations with the Taliban distasteful got a very powerful response from Richard - diplomacy would be easy if we only had to talk to our friends,” Clinton said at the American Academy in Berlin. “And negotiating with your adversaries wasn’t a disservice to people who had died, if by talking you could prevent more violence,” Clinton said.
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April - 15 
Two Security Force (SFs) personnel and a militant were killed during a clash when a group of militants attacked a security post in Khapyanga area of Kurram Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 15, reports Dawn. The deceased S
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Two Security Force (SFs) personnel and a militant were killed during a clash when a group of militants attacked a security post in Khapyanga area of Kurram Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 15, reports Dawn. The deceased SFs personnel were identified as Wasim Khan and Hakeem Khan
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April - 15 
Nepali Congress (NC) Parliamentary Party leader Ram Chandra Poudel claimed that the NC would take the leadership to conclude the peace and statute drafting process even if the Maoists did not want it, according to Kantipuronline. He underlined the ne
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Nepali Congress (NC) Parliamentary Party leader Ram Chandra Poudel claimed that the NC would take the leadership to conclude the peace and statute drafting process even if the Maoists did not want it, according to Kantipuronline. He underlined the need to launch a campaign against Maoist weapons as the new constitution to be written with the Maoists’ weapons intact is meaningless. He further said that the resignation of Maoist Vice Chairman Mohan Baidhya as a lawmaker substantiated the fact that the Maoists did not want peace and constitution.
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April - 15 
The Nepal Congress has decided to organise a nationwide campaign to create pressure for concluding the peace process and constitution-drafting on time, Nepal News reports. As part of the pressure campaign, the party will hold mass meetings in all fiv
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The Nepal Congress has decided to organise a nationwide campaign to create pressure for concluding the peace process and constitution-drafting on time, Nepal News reports. As part of the pressure campaign, the party will hold mass meetings in all five regions and a few district headquarters from April 24 to May 20.
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April - 15 
The security measures for all Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) in Manipur have been stepped up following the assassination attempt on independent MLA Wungnaoshang Keishing on April 15, reports The Hindu. The security for Salam Joy, from whose s
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The security measures for all Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) in Manipur have been stepped up following the assassination attempt on independent MLA Wungnaoshang Keishing on April 15, reports The Hindu. The security for Salam Joy, from whose security guards service guns had been snatched, is being reviewed. Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh, who is also in charge of the Home Department, has asked all the Ministers and MLAs to inform him in advance if they are leaving for their constituencies or going anywhere else so that additional security could be provided to them. Director-General of Police Yumnam Joykumar has asked Police and Paramilitary Force officials to ensure that all elected representatives are provided with armed security guards.
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April - 15 
The Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) vice chairman Mohan Baidhya on April 15 ruled out the possibility of promulgating the new constitution within May 28, reported Nepal News. Baidhya claimed that it would be impossible to meet the de
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The Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) vice chairman Mohan Baidhya on April 15 ruled out the possibility of promulgating the new constitution within May 28, reported Nepal News. Baidhya claimed that it would be impossible to meet the deadline for the new constitution as the Army integration is still pending, and very limited time has been left for finalising the issues related to the new statute. Those most responsible for drafting the constitution including the major parties, chairmen of the Constituent Assembly and Constitutional Committee are not serious about drafting the constitution on time, he added. Baidhya also said that his party is firmly committed to 'Prachanda Path' saying it is the "ideological milestone" of the decade-long armed conflict in the nation.
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April - 15 
Police recovered a live grenade and 63 bullets from a deserted pond at Sree Rampur village of Patgram sub-district in Lalmonirhat District on April 15, reports Daily Star.
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Police recovered a live grenade and 63 bullets from a deserted pond at Sree Rampur village of Patgram sub-district in Lalmonirhat District on April 15, reports Daily Star.
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April - 15 
De-mining groups recovered 49 APMs from Thampanaikulam and Mahilankulam areas.
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De-mining groups recovered 49 APMs from Thampanaikulam and Mahilankulam areas.
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April - 15 
Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Pankulam and Pump House Camp areas in the North recovered one claymore mine and three Anti Personnel Mines (APMs) on April 15.
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Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Pankulam and Pump House Camp areas in the North recovered one claymore mine and three Anti Personnel Mines (APMs) on April 15.
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April - 15 
The report of the Panel of Experts appointed by the United Nations Secretary-General to investigate accountability issues during the later stages of the Sri Lanka's war against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants was leaked to the l
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The report of the Panel of Experts appointed by the United Nations Secretary-General to investigate accountability issues during the later stages of the Sri Lanka's war against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants was leaked to the local media before its official publication, Colombo Page reported on April 16. Sri Lankan daily, The Island, on April 16published a large portion of the report handed over to the UN Chief Ban Ki-moon on April 12 by the three-member panel. The UN has shared a copy with the Sri Lankan Government before it is to be made public. Reportedly the UN has expressed regret over the fact that "parts of the report found its way prematurely to a Sri Lankan newspaper and added that they were waiting to release the full report along with the Sri Lankan Government's response.
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April - 16 
A joint team of Security Forces (SFs) arrested three suspected Adivasi People’s Army cadres, identified as Pramil Majhi, Sunil Hazda and Suniram Murmur, from the Belsiri area in Sonitpur District on April 16, Telegraph reports. A carbine and 15 round
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A joint team of Security Forces (SFs) arrested three suspected Adivasi People’s Army cadres, identified as Pramil Majhi, Sunil Hazda and Suniram Murmur, from the Belsiri area in Sonitpur District on April 16, Telegraph reports. A carbine and 15 rounds of ammunition were recovered from their possession. Police said the three were involved in a few cases of abduction and extortion in and around Dhekiajuli.
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April - 16 
Orissadiary.com reports that one of the Mediator Dandapani Mohanty during abduction crisis of Malkangiri collector urges Odisha Government to implement the agreement between the Mediators and the Government of Odisha in a press conference in Bhubanes
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Orissadiary.com reports that one of the Mediator Dandapani Mohanty during abduction crisis of Malkangiri collector urges Odisha Government to implement the agreement between the Mediators and the Government of Odisha in a press conference in Bhubaneswar on April 16. In a press statement Mohanty said, "Instances of Violation of the Agreement by the Government Forces is creating tension in the rural areas. It has been more than a month (around 40 days) ever since the hostage crisis of Malkangiri Collector and Junior Engineer resulted in the discussions between the Government of Odisha and the Mediators delegated by the Maoists ensuring the safe release of both. The discussions between the mediators and the Government of Odisha had also reached certain agreements which were, in letter and spirit, to be respected by both the parties. But it is with great concern that we would like to draw your attention to the fact that the Government of Odisha is yet to respond to the need to expedite the demands. It should be noted that any concerted action towards implementing the agreed points would lead to a renewed faith in the process of dialogue and discussion as a way towards addressing and meeting with the outstanding grievances of the affected people of Odisha. But the perceived diffidence on the side of the Government betrays any confidence towards meeting systematically all the demands that have been agreed upon by both the parties. Instead one is afraid to mention that the Government of Odisha is yet to demonstrate the much needed seriousness on its commitment as is evident from the unfolding events in the areas where the Adivasis and other affected people have been struggling for their right to livelihood." In addition Mohanty said, "It is unreasonable on the side of the Government that has agreed upon the release of about 627 tribals who have been kept in various prisons in Odisha to further go on arresting more and more tribals under one pretext or the other. As a matter of principle and committed to the agreement that was reached upon, the mediators have time and again been reminding the Government about the need to expedite the demands at the earliest. And in pursuance of this Prof. Radha Mohan and Sudhakar Patnaik had approached on behalf of the mediators at the behest of the Government. But it should be made clear that the primary effort of the Government is to ensure the release of all these prisoners and not to indulge in piecemeal measures of withdrawing all cases of petty crimes. It goes without saying that a vast majority of the prisoners in the jail are slapped with various sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) which may not come under the category of petty crimes, although all are political offences. Under the demand of the release of political prisoners, the Government of Odisha is yet to write to the Government of Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh regarding the release of Sheela Didi alias Bodhini Munda who is lodged in Giridih jail in Jharkhand and Padma alias Shirisha in Jagdalpur prison in Chhattisgarh." He said another outstanding demand that will have major ramifications in the lives of the affected people is the distribution of land in the region of Narayanpatna. Land, as one may appreciate, is central while addressing any question pertaining to livelihood of the vast majority of the affected people in these areas. And any lasting solution of peace with justice cannot ignore this vital question. Any effort towards resolving the crisis of development/displacement will have to factor in the aspirations of the people as they are and should be the natural custodians of development that will positively contribute to the manifold dimensions of human potential.
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April - 16 
The Hindu reports that a group of 30 cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) blew up the battery room of a Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) cell phone tower at Bandirevu village in Dummugudem mandal (administrative division) in
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The Hindu reports that a group of 30 cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) blew up the battery room of a Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) cell phone tower at Bandirevu village in Dummugudem mandal (administrative division) in Khammam District on April 16. The Maoists triggered the blast on the first day of the 48-hour ‘Dandakaranya bandh' (general shut down) called by the Maoists in protest against the recent ‘Police excesses' in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada District and the alleged repression unleashed by the Security Forces in ‘Dandakaranya'. Vital equipment in the battery room, including panel boards was damaged in the blast. The Maoists left behind pamphlets denouncing ‘Operation Green Hunt'.
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April - 16 
Times of India reports that a large number of surrendered cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and Left Wing Extremist members were rehabilitated by the Visakha rural Police in Visakhapatnam District on April 16. About 58 Maoist
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Times of India reports that a large number of surrendered cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and Left Wing Extremist members were rehabilitated by the Visakha rural Police in Visakhapatnam District on April 16. About 58 Maoists including three ‘commanders’ and a ‘deputy commander’ were given house pattas (land deeds) of 60 square yards each at Rayapu Agraharam in Sabbavaram mandal (administrative division). Most of them belong to the primitive tribal group (PTG) and residents of Koyyuru, Chintapalli and GK Veedhi, stronghold areas of banned outfit. They would get help under the housing scheme to construct the houses. The rehabilitation move was said to be the initiative of Vizag range Deputy inspector General of Police (DIG) Soumya Mishra and Superintendent of Police (SP) Vineet Brijlal with a view to curb the Maoist violence in the Visakha agency and encourage surrenders. Some of the surrendered were given home guard posts.
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April - 16 
Times of India reports that cadres of the People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a breakaway faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were arrested from the Silam area in Gumla District of Jharkhand on April 16. Acting on a tip
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Times of India reports that cadres of the People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a breakaway faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were arrested from the Silam area in Gumla District of Jharkhand on April 16. Acting on a tip-off, the Police team led by Raidih Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Digvijay Singh carried out the raid. Self-styled ‘area commander’ Sandeep Tirkey along with one of his associates had planned to kill a contractor in the town, according to Police reports. Gumla Superintendent of Police (SP) N K Singh said that "Sandeep is an ‘area commander’ of PLFI and has been taken into custody along with one of his associates. A 9 mm pistol, five bullets, a motorcycle and mobile sets have been confiscated from the arrested persons." Tags
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April - 16 
Two Border Security Force (BSF) jawans (troopers) Manoj Kumar and S.M. Patel were injured when an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) went off near the Line of Control (LoC) in Sinagali area of Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir on April 16, reports
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Two Border Security Force (BSF) jawans (troopers) Manoj Kumar and S.M. Patel were injured when an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) went off near the Line of Control (LoC) in Sinagali area of Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir on April 16, reports The Hindu.
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April - 16 
Federal minister of Interior Rehman Malik on April 16 said that drone attacks cannot be stopped; we are trying to resolve the issue through diplomatic channels, reports Dawn.
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Federal minister of Interior Rehman Malik on April 16 said that drone attacks cannot be stopped; we are trying to resolve the issue through diplomatic channels, reports Dawn.
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April - 16 
Pakistan and Afghanistan on April 16 agreed on the formation of a joint commission to carry forward the reconciliation process, following the withdrawal of foreign troops from the insurgency-torn country, reports Dawn. Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza
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Pakistan and Afghanistan on April 16 agreed on the formation of a joint commission to carry forward the reconciliation process, following the withdrawal of foreign troops from the insurgency-torn country, reports Dawn. Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani and Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai, who held exhaustive talks here at the Presidential Palace in Kabul, described the parleys as "historic", saying that "the two countries stand together as they have shared destinies." Prime Minister Gilani said that he in consultations with President Karzai, Chairman Professor Burhanuddin Rabbani and members of the High Peace Council, had agreed to establish the two-tier Afghanistan-Pakistan Joint Commission for facilitating and promoting reconciliation and peace. The first tier of commission will include the chief executives, foreign ministers along with chiefs of the military and intelligence services of the two countries while the second tier will comprise senior officials of foreign ministries, military and intelligence services. "I have assured President Karzai that Pakistan strongly supports an Afghan-led and Afghan-owned process for reconciliation and peace," Gilani said.
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April - 16 
Targeted killings claimed eight more lives, including that of activists of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), Awami National Party (ANP), Mohajir Qaumi Movement-Haqiqi (MQM-H) and a police officer, in different parts of the provincial capital of Sin
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Targeted killings claimed eight more lives, including that of activists of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), Awami National Party (ANP), Mohajir Qaumi Movement-Haqiqi (MQM-H) and a police officer, in different parts of the provincial capital of Sindh, Karachi on April 16, reports Daily Times.
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April - 16 
The bullet-riddled body of an assistant sub-inspector (ASI), identified as Muhammad Hamid Baloch, was found in Bhawani area on the RCD Highway in Lasbela District of Balochistan on April 16, reports Daily Times. No group has claimed the responsibilit
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The bullet-riddled body of an assistant sub-inspector (ASI), identified as Muhammad Hamid Baloch, was found in Bhawani area on the RCD Highway in Lasbela District of Balochistan on April 16, reports Daily Times. No group has claimed the responsibility for the killing so far.
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April - 16 
Unidentified assailants set ablaze a tanker, carrying fuel supplies for NATO troops stationed in Afghanistan, on the National Highway in the limits of the Sadar Levies Station of Dera Murad Jamali town.
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Unidentified assailants set ablaze a tanker, carrying fuel supplies for NATO troops stationed in Afghanistan, on the National Highway in the limits of the Sadar Levies Station of Dera Murad Jamali town.
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April - 16 
Unidentified militants blew up a gas pipeline in Pir Koh area of Dear Bugti District, forcing the suspension of supply to a gas purification plant. According to official sources, unidentified men had planted an explosive device near a 24-inch diamete
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Unidentified militants blew up a gas pipeline in Pir Koh area of Dear Bugti District, forcing the suspension of supply to a gas purification plant. According to official sources, unidentified men had planted an explosive device near a 24-inch diameter pipeline supplying gas to a purification plant from Pir Koh gas field.
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April - 16 
On April 16, senior Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) leader K. P. Oli had said that the party should strip Khanal of his posts of both Prime Minister and the CPN-UML chair if he dares hand the home ministry to the Maoists w
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On April 16, senior Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) leader K. P. Oli had said that the party should strip Khanal of his posts of both Prime Minister and the CPN-UML chair if he dares hand the home ministry to the Maoists without consulting other leaders of the party.
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April - 16 
Two Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) cadres were injured in a clash at Marinkhola in Kalpabrishykha Village Development Committee area of Sindhuli District on April 16, reports Kantipuronline. Dorge Gole and Shankar Tamang were inju
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Two Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) cadres were injured in a clash at Marinkhola in Kalpabrishykha Village Development Committee area of Sindhuli District on April 16, reports Kantipuronline. Dorge Gole and Shankar Tamang were injured in the clash that ensued over a chemical fertilizer. The dispute was about whether to allow smuggling of chemical fertilizer.
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April - 16 
A 'regional leader' of Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) Red Flag faction was arrested in Santhia sub-district of Pabna District on April 16, reports Daily Star. The arrestee Mohamad Islam Khan (35) was from Lakhmipur village in the Santhia sub-di
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A 'regional leader' of Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) Red Flag faction was arrested in Santhia sub-district of Pabna District on April 16, reports Daily Star. The arrestee Mohamad Islam Khan (35) was from Lakhmipur village in the Santhia sub-district.
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April - 17 
A group of Maoists dug up the upcoming road between Peddamusaleru-Kurnapalli villages on Andhra-Chhattisgarh border in the District. The new road is being constructed under the Central Government sponsored integrated development plan for the Left Win
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A group of Maoists dug up the upcoming road between Peddamusaleru-Kurnapalli villages on Andhra-Chhattisgarh border in the District. The new road is being constructed under the Central Government sponsored integrated development plan for the Left Wing Extremism (LWE) affected areas.
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April - 17 
Around 100 to 150 Maoist cadres set ablaze a Josephy Cyril Bamford (JCB) machine, two generators, two mixture machines, two tractors, one operating machine, along with more than half a dozen other machinery parts and motor spare parts of a road const
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Around 100 to 150 Maoist cadres set ablaze a Josephy Cyril Bamford (JCB) machine, two generators, two mixture machines, two tractors, one operating machine, along with more than half a dozen other machinery parts and motor spare parts of a road construction firm and assaulted the labourers employed in Dolangi Village in Ramchandrapur in Surguja District on April 16, reports dailychhattisgarh.com. The Maoists had demanded INR five million as levy and along with other demands. The cadres set ablaze instruments approximately to the worth of INR 15 million.
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April - 17 
Bhaskar News reports that two villagers, including a former sarpanch (president/ chief of gram panchayat, the village level local self-Government institution) were killed Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres near a weekly market under
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Bhaskar News reports that two villagers, including a former sarpanch (president/ chief of gram panchayat, the village level local self-Government institution) were killed Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres near a weekly market under Miratpur Police Station limits in Bijapur District on April 17. About more than a dozen Maoist cadres opened fire in which a villager, identified as Chugadu and a former sarpanch Chandru (45), were killed on the spot. Miratpur sarpanch Malti Kashyap said the Security Force was present and a brief encounter with the Maoists took place which forced the cadres to flee.
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April - 17 
Nagaland Post reports that Government of India’s (GoI) interlocutor for talks with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland--Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), R.S Pandey and Union Home Secretary, G.K Pillai, both have expressed happiness at the progress of th
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Nagaland Post reports that Government of India’s (GoI) interlocutor for talks with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland--Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), R.S Pandey and Union Home Secretary, G.K Pillai, both have expressed happiness at the progress of the talks between the two entities. However, while Pillai said that the Union Government was hopeful of a solution by year end, Pandey was guarded and refused to comment on the time frame for the final solution to the protracted Naga political issue.
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April - 17 
One Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) cadre, identified as Waikhom Tomba alias Naoton (20), was arrested by Security Forces (SFs) from Wabagai Tera Pishak in Thoubal District.
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One Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) cadre, identified as Waikhom Tomba alias Naoton (20), was arrested by Security Forces (SFs) from Wabagai Tera Pishak in Thoubal District.
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April - 17 
One People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre, identified as Saikhom Arke (32), was arrested from Khangabok Lamlong.
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One People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre, identified as Saikhom Arke (32), was arrested from Khangabok Lamlong.
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April - 17 
PTI reports that a scrap dealer was arrested in New Delhi on April 17, along with counterfeit currency with a face value of INR 1.10 lakh. The accused, identified as Zubair Alam, was arrested from east Delhi on April 17 after the Police received an i
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PTI reports that a scrap dealer was arrested in New Delhi on April 17, along with counterfeit currency with a face value of INR 1.10 lakh. The accused, identified as Zubair Alam, was arrested from east Delhi on April 17 after the Police received an input about a gang supplying fake notes in the capital. Ashok Chand, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Crime) said that Alam had come in contact with a Bangladeshi national named Maqsood (who is absconding) six months ago who told him that if he would circulate counterfeit currency notes in the market, he would receive 10 per cent for each note circulated. According to Alam, Maqsood used to get the Indian counterfeit currency notes from Bangladesh and then from Kolkata by train to Delhi. “This currency, which looks exactly like real Indian currency has been produced at a high security manufacturing unit, probably at Malir in Karachi,” sources said, adds Times of India.
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April - 17 
Ranchi Express reports that at a Press conference in Ranchi on April 16, the Minister of Health of Bihar, Aswani Kumar Chaubey asked the Jharkhand Government to form a joint strategy to fight Naxal [Left Wing Extremism] menace. Chaubey said “Both Bih
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Ranchi Express reports that at a Press conference in Ranchi on April 16, the Minister of Health of Bihar, Aswani Kumar Chaubey asked the Jharkhand Government to form a joint strategy to fight Naxal [Left Wing Extremism] menace. Chaubey said “Both Bihar and Jharkhand are facing similar problem of Naxalism. We need to fight this problem together.” Speaking on the development in Bihar, he said that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) Government has accelerated the pace of development. But Jharkhand with unstable Government in the past one decade has lagged in terms of development, he added. He expressed hope that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) led coalition Government headed by Arjun Munda will usher in development.
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April - 17 
Sentinel reports that a surrendered NDFB member, Govinda Ramchiary, was killed by three persons identified as Ratul Das, Prafulla Das and Rabiram Das at Daosafari Chowk, Kharua village in Nalbari District on April 17.
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Sentinel reports that a surrendered NDFB member, Govinda Ramchiary, was killed by three persons identified as Ratul Das, Prafulla Das and Rabiram Das at Daosafari Chowk, Kharua village in Nalbari District on April 17.
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April - 17 
The firing squad of the Maoists also abducted and killed Biswajit Yadav (30) and Ajay Thakur (32) in Lawadi village in Palamu District in the night of April 17, the Police said in Medininagar, reports Telegraph. The victims were supporters of the Tri
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The firing squad of the Maoists also abducted and killed Biswajit Yadav (30) and Ajay Thakur (32) in Lawadi village in Palamu District in the night of April 17, the Police said in Medininagar, reports Telegraph. The victims were supporters of the Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), a break away faction of the CPI-Maoist. Latehar SP Kuldeep Dwivedi, also in-charge of Palamu, confirmed the incident. He said that "A poster recovered from the site of the killing prima facie suggests that Maoists killed Yadav and Thakur as the duo were supporters of TPC."
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April - 17 
The Jharkhand Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) chalked out a joint strategy for an operation against the Maoists in the mineral-rich Districts.
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The Jharkhand Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) chalked out a joint strategy for an operation against the Maoists in the mineral-rich Districts.
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April - 17 
The Maoists felled trees on the main road between Satyanarayanapuram and Kaliveru villages in Charla mandal in the District.
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The Maoists felled trees on the main road between Satyanarayanapuram and Kaliveru villages in Charla mandal in the District.
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April - 17 
The Maoists set ablaze a hydraulic excavator engaged in road works near Chatti village in Chintur mandal in the District.
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The Maoists set ablaze a hydraulic excavator engaged in road works near Chatti village in Chintur mandal in the District.
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April - 17 
the Police arrested three alleged killers of Maulana Showkat Shah, Javed Ahmed, Nisar Ahmed and Abdul Ghali Dhar, according to The Times of India. The three belonged to the former Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen outfit. Police further said that they are also c
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the Police arrested three alleged killers of Maulana Showkat Shah, Javed Ahmed, Nisar Ahmed and Abdul Ghali Dhar, according to The Times of India. The three belonged to the former Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen outfit. Police further said that they are also cadres of the little-know sectarian outfit, Saut-ul-Haq (the voice of the righteous). Kashmir Times, further adds that, the Police claimed that the conspiracy of the attack was master-minded jointly by incarcerated, Dr Qasim Fuktoo, and Saut-ul-Haq. Dr. Fuktoo is also the husband of Syeda Asiya Andrabi, chief of Dukhtaran-e- Millat (DeM). Moreover, the Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen was uncomfortable with Maulana’s moderate line. They were unhappy with his comments on stone-pelting and his talking to the Government, reports The Times of India. It was an attempt to take over the organisation and radicalise it. He had won three straight three-year terms as the Ahl-e-Hadith's head since 2004 and is believed to have closed down the terror group allegedly associated with his organisation in Kashmir. Further, the Police claim has complicated the events surrounding the murder. Tehreek-ul- Mujahideen, long associated with the Ahl-e-Hadith, was formed in 1990. It is the part of 15-member Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) based United Jehad Council and enjoys close links with groups like the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT). Police further stated that a local LeT ‘commander’ provided logistical support for the assassination. The claim also rubbishes separatist leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani and Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) allegation that "Indian agencies" had murdered the Maulana. Following the investigation, Police on April 17 carried out thorough searches in Central Jail Srinagar and recovered 7 cell phones, 15 SIM cards and important documents from inmates, according to Kashmir Times.
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April - 17 
Times of India reports that the Security Forces killed 550 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and arrested 4,090 others in the past one decade in the State, Chief Minister Arjun Munda said in the State capital Ranchi on April 17. He
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Times of India reports that the Security Forces killed 550 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and arrested 4,090 others in the past one decade in the State, Chief Minister Arjun Munda said in the State capital Ranchi on April 17. He said after the creation of the new State, Maoist activities in the form of killing and abducting for extortion and holding of kangaroo courts' went up, which is a matter of concern and the State Police was being revamped to deal with the situation. Of the 18 Maoist-affected Districts of the State 14 are seriously affected but the Planning Commission-sponsored Integrated Development Programme is being executed to isolate the militants, he said. Asked about Jharkhand's preparations for tackling the menace, Munda said, "the Government has chalked out an integrated programme under which State Police, Central Paramilitary Forces, Central and State intelligence agencies are working in tandem." "To tackle Maoist menace, the manpower in all the 118 Police Stations of the Naxalite [Left Wing Extremist]-affected areas has been doubled," he said and added under the scheme 13,000 additional personnel have been appointed in the Police Stations.
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April - 17 
Unidentified militants exploded a hand grenade at the residence of Soubam Dhanabir (55), the Superintendent Engineer in the Irrigation and Flood Control Department, in Thangmeiband Sinam Leikai area of Imphal West District, reports Sangai Express. Th
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Unidentified militants exploded a hand grenade at the residence of Soubam Dhanabir (55), the Superintendent Engineer in the Irrigation and Flood Control Department, in Thangmeiband Sinam Leikai area of Imphal West District, reports Sangai Express. There is no report of any injuries in the explosion.
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April - 17 
A Sub-Inspector (SI), Zulfiqar Qaimkhani (40), was shot dead in New Karachi Police Lane within the limits of New Karachi Police Station.
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A Sub-Inspector (SI), Zulfiqar Qaimkhani (40), was shot dead in New Karachi Police Lane within the limits of New Karachi Police Station.
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April - 17 
A Head Constable of Sukkhun Police Station, Ali Bux (35), was shot dead on National Highway in the limits of Shah Latif Police Station. Ali Bux was the resident of Hassan Panhwar Goth of Bin Qasim Town. Two unidentified assailants arrived on a motorc
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A Head Constable of Sukkhun Police Station, Ali Bux (35), was shot dead on National Highway in the limits of Shah Latif Police Station. Ali Bux was the resident of Hassan Panhwar Goth of Bin Qasim Town. Two unidentified assailants arrived on a motorcycle and opened fire on him near Jogi Moor on National Highway as he was heading to Sukkhun Police Station.
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April - 17 
At least 600 internally-displaced persons (IDPs) families of SWA will return home during the third phase of the repatriation programme starting on April 30. These people belong to Berwand and Maula Khan Serai areas of SWA. Some 900 families comprisin
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At least 600 internally-displaced persons (IDPs) families of SWA will return home during the third phase of the repatriation programme starting on April 30. These people belong to Berwand and Maula Khan Serai areas of SWA. Some 900 families comprising 6,133 individuals returned to their homes in the first two phases of the repatriation plan.
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April - 17 
Hundreds of cadres of Hizbut Tehrir, a banned outfit, successfully held a rally outside Liaquat Bagh in Rawalpindi on April 17, reports The Express Tribune. The activists called for replacing the present Government system in the country with caliphat
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Hundreds of cadres of Hizbut Tehrir, a banned outfit, successfully held a rally outside Liaquat Bagh in Rawalpindi on April 17, reports The Express Tribune. The activists called for replacing the present Government system in the country with caliphate (an Islamic political system). They raised slogans like “Say no to democracy”, “We welcome Khilafah”, “Kufar nahi Islam chahiey” (We want Islam, not secularism). Police sources said that lack of coordination and the absence of senior Police officials at the scene were the main reasons why Police made no attempt to stop the rally. They did, however, arrest two of the more than hundred people participating in the rally. A statement issued by Hizbut Tehrir after the rally said, “Our members have braved the harshness of the traitor rulers for the sake of Allah and Rasul Allah. We pledge to continue our struggle against the American kuffar (infidels) and their agent rulers until Allah bestows us nasr (help).”
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April - 17 
Police found a bullet-riddled dead body of an unidentified person from sector 11-A, in front of Nadeem Avenue under Khawaja Ajmair Nagri Police Station in North Karachi.
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Police found a bullet-riddled dead body of an unidentified person from sector 11-A, in front of Nadeem Avenue under Khawaja Ajmair Nagri Police Station in North Karachi.
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April - 17 
The Khyber Agency-based militant outfit Ansarul Islam (AI) claimed on April 17 that Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) ‘chief’ Mangal Bagh has fled across the border into Afghanistan, reports The Express Tribune. The claim was made at a news conference in the Pesh
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The Khyber Agency-based militant outfit Ansarul Islam (AI) claimed on April 17 that Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) ‘chief’ Mangal Bagh has fled across the border into Afghanistan, reports The Express Tribune. The claim was made at a news conference in the Peshawar Cantonment, just a stone’s throw from the offices of the Khyber Agency political administration. AI ‘senior commander’ Haji Akhunzada Kamarkhel and ‘spokesperson’ Qari Mehboob Khan told reporters that Mangal Bagh and his associates have fled to Afghanistan in the face of growing public opposition, which resulted from the constant vigilantism and repression of LI. “Bagh has taken shelter with Amin Shah Shinwari, a local drug baron in the Nazyan Shinwari area of Nangarhar province in Afghanistan,” they added.
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April - 17 
The suicide attacks are haram (forbidden) and totally against the teachings of Islam, and the suicide bombers are the enemies of Islam and Pakistan, speakers at a meeting organised by Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) in Islamabad said on April 17, reports
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The suicide attacks are haram (forbidden) and totally against the teachings of Islam, and the suicide bombers are the enemies of Islam and Pakistan, speakers at a meeting organised by Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) in Islamabad said on April 17, reports Daily Times. Addressing ‘Istehkaam-e-Pakistan Sunni Conference’ at Minar-e-Pakistan, SIC Chairman Sahibzada Haji Muhammad Fazal Karim condemned the terrorist attacks in the country, especially at mosques and shrines of Sufis, and called for open trial of terror suspects. He took an oath from the attendants that they would spare no effort to save Pakistan.
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April - 17 
The United States will fail if Pakistan does not succeed in its war against terrorism, Prime Minister Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani said during an interview to Russian State-run news agency Novosti on April 17, reports The Express Tribune. Terming terroris
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The United States will fail if Pakistan does not succeed in its war against terrorism, Prime Minister Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani said during an interview to Russian State-run news agency Novosti on April 17, reports The Express Tribune. Terming terrorism an international issue and highlighting Pakistan’s status as a front-line state, Prime Minister Gilani said that US “has now realised that Pakistan is not part of the problem, but it can play an important role in efforts to solve this problem”. Terrorism, he said, recognised no boundaries or religion and its sole objective was to create instability and it operated on foreign agenda. He said that drone attacks were counterproductive as they created sympathies for the terrorists. He said that Pakistan had rendered great sacrifices in the war against terrorism, which was being acknowledged by the international community, adding that Pakistan’s nuclear programme was completely safe. Referring to the cost paid by Pakistan in the war on terror, Gilani said that Pakistan’s economy has also suffered a lot. He said he hoped that the US “will soon accept that Pakistan had an important role in the solution of war against terrorism”. Replying to a question, he said that Pakistan and the US were in this war together and if Pakistan fails, the US will also fail.
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April - 17 
Three persons, including two Policemen, were shot dead in incidents of target killing in separate parts of the provincial capital of Sindh, Karachi on April 17, reports Daily Times.
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Three persons, including two Policemen, were shot dead in incidents of target killing in separate parts of the provincial capital of Sindh, Karachi on April 17, reports Daily Times.
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April - 17 
Three Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants and a trooper were killed during an encounter in Tangi Badinzai area of Laddah tehsil (revenue unit) in South Waziristan Agency (SWA) of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) in the night of April
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Three Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants and a trooper were killed during an encounter in Tangi Badinzai area of Laddah tehsil (revenue unit) in South Waziristan Agency (SWA) of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) in the night of April 16, reports Dawn. The militants attacked a checkpoint in Tangi Badinzai area, killing a member of security forces and injuring two others. The sources said that three militants were killed when Security Forces (SFs) retaliated. An unnamed TTP ‘spokesman’ claimed responsibility for the attack on the checkpoint.
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April - 17 
A bomb went off at the Sagarmatha Transport Zonal Office in the Siraha District in the night of April 17, reports Kantipuronline. However, no casualties were reported. The eastern ‘regional commander’ of Rajan Mujti faction of the Janatantrik Terai M
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A bomb went off at the Sagarmatha Transport Zonal Office in the Siraha District in the night of April 17, reports Kantipuronline. However, no casualties were reported. The eastern ‘regional commander’ of Rajan Mujti faction of the Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM-R), Janamukti, took responsibility of the blast. No human casualty was reported in the incident, said police.
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April - 17 
Prime Minister (PM) Jhala Nath Khanal on April 17 said that the Home Ministry will not be allocated to the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) without the assent of other political parties, reports Kantipuronline. Stating that all partie
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Prime Minister (PM) Jhala Nath Khanal on April 17 said that the Home Ministry will not be allocated to the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) without the assent of other political parties, reports Kantipuronline. Stating that all parties must accept the deal, PM Khanal said that proper consultation with other parties and UCPN-M has not been done on the issue of who gets the Home Ministry, adds Nepal News. "Security is Government's top priority at present. This is why a national consensus is must for allowing the Maoist party to take the responsibility of the home ministry," he added.
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April - 17 
UCPN-M activists in Kailali District have been accused of selling off land seized by them by taking “commission”. Reports indicate that some Maoist cadres “pocketed commission” from landowners and clients for facilitating land transaction. For every
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UCPN-M activists in Kailali District have been accused of selling off land seized by them by taking “commission”. Reports indicate that some Maoist cadres “pocketed commission” from landowners and clients for facilitating land transaction. For every transaction made, the Maoists take 20 percent “commission” from landowners and five percent from clients.
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April - 17 
De-mining groups recovered 40 APMs from Kokkutuduvai area.
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De-mining groups recovered 40 APMs from Kokkutuduvai area.
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April - 17 
Following the rejection of the report of the United Nations' Panel of Experts handed over to the UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon by the Sri Lankan Government, President Mahinda Rajapaksa called for mass protests against it to show solidarity for the
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Following the rejection of the report of the United Nations' Panel of Experts handed over to the UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon by the Sri Lankan Government, President Mahinda Rajapaksa called for mass protests against it to show solidarity for the country's armed forces, Colombo Page reported on April 18. The Government said a formal response against the UN report would be released following the return of External Affairs Minister Prof. G. L. Peiris from an overseas tour. The report prepared by the three-member panel holds the Sri Lankan government and its Security Forces as well as the Tamil militant outfit, Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) responsible for thousands of civilian deaths and massive violations of human rights and humanitarian laws during the final phase of the war against the LTTE that ended in May 2009.
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April - 17 
Police Special Task Force and Army troops on a joint operation recovered one T-56 body group and two RPGs from Wellamullivaikkal area.
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Police Special Task Force and Army troops on a joint operation recovered one T-56 body group and two RPGs from Wellamullivaikkal area.
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April - 17 
Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Katkidangu, Kokkutuduvai and Visuamadu areas in the North recovered three T-56 weapons, eight T-56 magazines 256 rounds of T-56 ammunition, six Anti Personnel Mines (APMs) and
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Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Katkidangu, Kokkutuduvai and Visuamadu areas in the North recovered three T-56 weapons, eight T-56 magazines 256 rounds of T-56 ammunition, six Anti Personnel Mines (APMs) and one Rocket Propeller Grenade (RPG) fuse on April 17.
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April - 18 
An Army jawan (trooper), Sanjeev Patil, was injured in a mine explosion at forward village of Kantar in Mendhar tehsil (revenue unit) of Poonch District on April 18, reports Daily Excelsior.
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An Army jawan (trooper), Sanjeev Patil, was injured in a mine explosion at forward village of Kantar in Mendhar tehsil (revenue unit) of Poonch District on April 18, reports Daily Excelsior.
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April - 18 
Five passenger vehicles were set ablaze by armed Maoist cadres at Nari village under Kharagpur Police Station area in Munger District, reports PTI. The Maoist cadres asked passengers to get out of the passenger vehicles and beat up the drivers before
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Five passenger vehicles were set ablaze by armed Maoist cadres at Nari village under Kharagpur Police Station area in Munger District, reports PTI. The Maoist cadres asked passengers to get out of the passenger vehicles and beat up the drivers before setting ablaze to the vehicles, the Police said.
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April - 18 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested a cadre of the Military Defense Force faction of Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL-MDF), identified as Leichombam Tarponjao Singh (25), from Iroisemba Chingjin in Imphal West District on April 18 and recovered one .9 mm pis
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested a cadre of the Military Defense Force faction of Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL-MDF), identified as Leichombam Tarponjao Singh (25), from Iroisemba Chingjin in Imphal West District on April 18 and recovered one .9 mm pistol with 3 live rounds of ammunition and one Sony Ericcon mobile hand set. The arrestee disclosed that he joined outfit in March 2008 through one Ningthemjao Toya of Tairenpokpi Ching and Ashok Kumar of Tairenpokpi, who are ‘district commander’ of Imphal West and recruiter of KYKL-MDF respectively.
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April - 18 
Security Forces (SFs) detected and neutralised a powerful five kilogrammes weight pressure cooker Improvised Explosive Device (IED), filled with RDX, at Bhati Dhar in Mendhar area of Poonch District. The search operation was launched following a spec
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Security Forces (SFs) detected and neutralised a powerful five kilogrammes weight pressure cooker Improvised Explosive Device (IED), filled with RDX, at Bhati Dhar in Mendhar area of Poonch District. The search operation was launched following a specific input that a consignment meant for Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants has been dumped there. Besides a powerful pressure cooker IED, filled with RDX, other recoveries made from the spot included two Pakistan made pistols with two magazines and two rounds, 180 AK rounds, four grenades of Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL), one pouch and some belongings of the militants.
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April - 18 
Security Forces (SFs) on April 18 arrested a woman member of Nando faction of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP), identified as Thingujam Sorojini Devi (39) w/o Th. Subhas Singh, from a house located at the northern side of Samusang culvert in Imphal,
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Security Forces (SFs) on April 18 arrested a woman member of Nando faction of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP), identified as Thingujam Sorojini Devi (39) w/o Th. Subhas Singh, from a house located at the northern side of Samusang culvert in Imphal, reports Imphal Free Press. She is working under the command of one Drangba alias Halloba since 2010. She further disclosed that she was involved in organizing the killing of one Ranbir Singh, Maibam Leikai on January 28, 2011 at the eastern side of Catholic School in Canchipur.
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April - 18 
SFs arrested a cadre of the Kangleipak Communist Party-Military Council (KCP-MC) faction, identified as Angom Ibochouba alias Lanchaiba alias Punshiba (32) on April 18. Ibochouba had been earlier arrested by Bishnupur District Police along with a wom
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SFs arrested a cadre of the Kangleipak Communist Party-Military Council (KCP-MC) faction, identified as Angom Ibochouba alias Lanchaiba alias Punshiba (32) on April 18. Ibochouba had been earlier arrested by Bishnupur District Police along with a woman cadre on March 17, 2010, while they were trying to abduct the Assistant Project Officer of District Rural Development Agency Bishnupur.
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April - 18 
The cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a villager in Dayaldih village in Jamui District on April 18, reports Hindustan Times. According to the Police, the Maoist cadres arrived at Dayaldih village on bikes and set ablaz
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The cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a villager in Dayaldih village in Jamui District on April 18, reports Hindustan Times. According to the Police, the Maoist cadres arrived at Dayaldih village on bikes and set ablaze to the Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) and Reliance towers after ordering some villagers, who were sleeping nearby, to leave. When a villager identified as Bhim Thakur raised an alarm the Maoist cadres shot him dead and also fired a few shots to scare away the people.
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April - 18 
The Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) on April 18 shot at several trucks and placed a demand of INR 20000 from every trucker plying through Wahthre village, around eight kilometres from Shahlang in East Khasi Hills District, reports Shillong Times
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The Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) on April 18 shot at several trucks and placed a demand of INR 20000 from every trucker plying through Wahthre village, around eight kilometres from Shahlang in East Khasi Hills District, reports Shillong Times. The militants blocked around 15 empty trucks bound for coal quarries and shot at the tyres at around 7.30 am, damaging as many as seven trucks, the sources said. The GNLA cadres also demanded Rs 20,000 from each truck. The militants also beat up some of the truckers, who refused to pay, injuring six of them.
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April - 18 
The Hindu reports that the Police recovered two decomposed bodies on April 18, suspected to be killed by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in the Jhargram region of West Midnapore District, four months ago. The bodies were recov
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The Hindu reports that the Police recovered two decomposed bodies on April 18, suspected to be killed by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in the Jhargram region of West Midnapore District, four months ago. The bodies were recovered on the basis of information received from a Maoist squad member, who was arrested on April 14, according to the District Police. "The decomposed bodies of two unidentified persons were recovered from Bhandarbilla village after the arrested Maoist, Parameshwar Roy, revealed during interrogation that two persons were killed and buried at the spot by the Goutam Rana squad around four months ago," Mukesh Kumar, Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) of Jhargram Police District, said. Kumar pointed out that several persons in the region were missing for months and a majority of such cases remained unreported by the victims' family members fearing Maoist reprisal. "We need to go through all the missing complaints to establish the identity of the two bodies," he added.
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April - 18 
The Hindu reports that two villagers were abducted and subsequently killed by cadres of the People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a break away faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Khunti District on April 18. The deceas
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The Hindu reports that two villagers were abducted and subsequently killed by cadres of the People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a break away faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Khunti District on April 18. The deceased duo identified as Sukra Pahan (25) and Balram Singh (27) were abducted from their houses in Bandra village in the District in the night of April 17 and fired 13 bullets at them, killing them on the spot, Superintendent of Police (SP) Manoj Kaushik said.
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April - 18 
The Maoists had given a 24 hour bandh (general shut down) call from Sunday midnight [April 17], to protest the arrest of their 'commander' of Bihar Jharkhand Special Area Committee (BJSAC), Sameer Das, in Banka District on April 14, adds Hindustan Ti
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The Maoists had given a 24 hour bandh (general shut down) call from Sunday midnight [April 17], to protest the arrest of their 'commander' of Bihar Jharkhand Special Area Committee (BJSAC), Sameer Das, in Banka District on April 14, adds Hindustan Times. In addition, day to day life came to a near halt under three blocks under Sherghati subdivision in Gaya District namely Dumaria, Imamganj and Banke Bazar due to the bandh call on April 18, given by the local committee of the Maoists to register its protest against recent Police operations in the area and the arrest of its cadres, reports Times of India.
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April - 18 
A resolution adopted unanimously by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly on April 18 demanded immediate halt to United States (US) drone attacks in FATA, reports Dawn. The resolution also demanded of the US Government to provide drone technology to Pakist
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A resolution adopted unanimously by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly on April 18 demanded immediate halt to United States (US) drone attacks in FATA, reports Dawn. The resolution also demanded of the US Government to provide drone technology to Pakistan so as precise action could be taken against militants. The drone attacks were counterproductive and also spread hatred against America, it added.
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April - 18 
An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on April 18 sentenced to death one Maqsood alias Soodi who killed two Christian brothers accused of blasphemy on July 7, 2010, reported Dawn.
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An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on April 18 sentenced to death one Maqsood alias Soodi who killed two Christian brothers accused of blasphemy on July 7, 2010, reported Dawn.
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April - 18 
At least four persons, two security guards and two labourers, were killed in separate incidents in Chamalang area of Loralai District and Barkhan Districts of Balochistan on April 18, reports Daily Times. In the first incident, an explosion took pl
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At least four persons, two security guards and two labourers, were killed in separate incidents in Chamalang area of Loralai District and Barkhan Districts of Balochistan on April 18, reports Daily Times. In the first incident, an explosion took place when two personnel of the Marri Security Forces (SFs) deputed near Chamalang coalfield stepped on a landmine placed on a non-metal road in Surgari area. Both the security guards received critical splinter wounds and died on the spot. In the second incident, unidentified militants opened fire at a camp set up by a construction company in Dada Shah Mehmood area of Barkhan District, resulting in the death of two workers, identified as Muhammad Bakhsh and Sajjad Ahmed, and injuring two others.
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April - 18 
New Karachi town Police claimed to have arrested a target killer, one Waqas, who belonged to the Mohajir Qaumi Movement-Haqiqi (MQM-H) in the limits of Khawaja Ajmair Nagri Police Station and recovered 30 bore pistols from his possession. Waqas confe
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New Karachi town Police claimed to have arrested a target killer, one Waqas, who belonged to the Mohajir Qaumi Movement-Haqiqi (MQM-H) in the limits of Khawaja Ajmair Nagri Police Station and recovered 30 bore pistols from his possession. Waqas confessed during initial course of interrogation that he targeted three MQM activists in Mehmoodabad and three others at Mominabad area after the killing of his party leader Akhter Hussain.
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April - 18 
Pakistan's Finance Minister on April 18 dismissed the report that his country is a major recipient of tens of billions of dollars in US aid and termed it as "a myth", reports Dawn. Shaikh said in Washington that the US had not delivered what it promi
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Pakistan's Finance Minister on April 18 dismissed the report that his country is a major recipient of tens of billions of dollars in US aid and termed it as "a myth", reports Dawn. Shaikh said in Washington that the US had not delivered what it promised under the Kerry-Lugar-Berman Law aid package, which is meant to provide USD 7.5 billion in civilian aid over five years. The law passed in 2009, authorized USD 1.5 billion a year. "There is a perception that there is a lot of money going to Pakistan," Shaikh said, adding, "It is largely a myth that Pakistan is a beneficiary of tens of billions of dollars. The truth is that in the Kerry-Lugar-Berman arrangement this year we have not even received $300 million".
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April - 18 
Police arrested a militant, identified as Behram who allegedly masterminded suicide attacks on the shrine of Sakhi Sarwar in Dera Ghazi Khan District of Punjab on April 3. Behram confessed to the investigators that Ayub, a resident of Bajaur Agency i
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Police arrested a militant, identified as Behram who allegedly masterminded suicide attacks on the shrine of Sakhi Sarwar in Dera Ghazi Khan District of Punjab on April 3. Behram confessed to the investigators that Ayub, a resident of Bajaur Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) planned to kill those worshipping graves.
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April - 18 
Prime Minister (PM) Yousaf Raza Gilani urged the US on April 18 to end its drone strikes in Pakistan and said that Washington should share intelligence better to allow the country to wage its own war on terror, reports Daily Times. While speaking in
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Prime Minister (PM) Yousaf Raza Gilani urged the US on April 18 to end its drone strikes in Pakistan and said that Washington should share intelligence better to allow the country to wage its own war on terror, reports Daily Times. While speaking in the National Assembly (NA), Gilani said that the issue of drone strikes was discussed in detail during his meeting with US House Speaker John Boehner and that he appraised Boehner about the growing unrest among the public due to the US unmanned aerial strikes. PM Gilani said, "I told him that you will have to respect our political and military efforts if you want to succeed in the war on terror." "We are trying to secure drone technology from the US so that after gaining information from their intelligence reports, we can hit the militant hideouts in tribal region", he added. He reiterated that the war against terrorism is Pakistan’s own war, which Pakistan would fight to eliminate the enemy that is posing a serious threat to the country.
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April - 18 
SFs arrested a commander, identified as Abdul Akbar, of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) Chapter of Orakzai Agency belonging to Hakeemullah Mehsud group along with his accomplice from a clinic in Frontier Region Kohat.
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SFs arrested a commander, identified as Abdul Akbar, of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) Chapter of Orakzai Agency belonging to Hakeemullah Mehsud group along with his accomplice from a clinic in Frontier Region Kohat.
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April - 18 
Sindh Police claimed to have arrested five alleged target killers involved in the recent spate of target killings through separate encounters and the Police recovered one Kalashnikov and three 9mm pistols from their possessions. According to Central
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Sindh Police claimed to have arrested five alleged target killers involved in the recent spate of target killings through separate encounters and the Police recovered one Kalashnikov and three 9mm pistols from their possessions. According to Central Investigation Department (CID) Police, four target killers were arrested after a brief encounter within the remits of Eidgah Police Station. The arrested were identified as Owais Baloch, Zahid, Liaquat and Shah Jahan.
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April - 18 
The Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) General Ashfaq Pervez Kayani said on April 18 that troops deputed in Balochistan would return to their barracks soon and no operation would be carried out in the province without a permission of the Provincial Governmen
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The Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) General Ashfaq Pervez Kayani said on April 18 that troops deputed in Balochistan would return to their barracks soon and no operation would be carried out in the province without a permission of the Provincial Government, reports Daily Times. The CoAS claimed that not even a single Army unit was conducting any operation in Balochistan, adding that only two battalions were present in Sui area of the province. Balochistan chief minister was responsible for maintaining law and order in the province, remarked Kayani, adding that the troops would be pulled out and then responsibility would be taken over by the Balochistan Frontier Corps (FC). Addressing the inauguration ceremony of the Gwadar Institute of Technology in Sui, General Ashfaq Pervez Kayani said that youths of Balochistan would be recruited in the Army according to percentage of their province’s share in the total population of the country. He announced that 5,000 Baloch youth would become part of the Army later this month (April).
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April - 18 
Two militants were killed and one Security Forces (SF) sustained injuries during clashes in Koz Chamarkand area of Safi tehsil (revenue unit) in Mohmand Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 18, reports Dawn.
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Two militants were killed and one Security Forces (SF) sustained injuries during clashes in Koz Chamarkand area of Safi tehsil (revenue unit) in Mohmand Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 18, reports Dawn.
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April - 18 
Two persons were killed in incidents of target killings in different parts of Karachi on April 18, reported Daily Times. A Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) activist, identified as Mirza Imran Baig was shot dead in Rizwan Society, Gulshan-e-Iqbal area i
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Two persons were killed in incidents of target killings in different parts of Karachi on April 18, reported Daily Times. A Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) activist, identified as Mirza Imran Baig was shot dead in Rizwan Society, Gulshan-e-Iqbal area in the jurisdiction of Sacchal Police Station in Karachi. In another incident, an activist of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), identified as Asghar was shot dead while another, Ahmed Ali was injured in Orangi Town within the limits of Pakistan Bazar Police Station.
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April - 18 
Unidentified assailants opened fire on the house of MQM’s joint in-charge Central Information Committee (CIC) Saif Abbas in Gulshan-e-Iqbal area within the limits of Gulberg Police Station. However, no casualties were reported.
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Unidentified assailants opened fire on the house of MQM’s joint in-charge Central Information Committee (CIC) Saif Abbas in Gulshan-e-Iqbal area within the limits of Gulberg Police Station. However, no casualties were reported.
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April - 18 
Unidentified militants shot dead a tribesman, identified as Imdad Hussain, in Hewas village of Kurram Agency.
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Unidentified militants shot dead a tribesman, identified as Imdad Hussain, in Hewas village of Kurram Agency.
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April - 18 
A group of Madheshi Janadhikar Forum-Nepal (MJF-N) cadres attacked Chairman Upendra Yadav’s vehicle in Birgunj in Parsa District on April 18 after the Parsa District Committee of the party was dissolved, according to Himalayan Times. Senior leaders o
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A group of Madheshi Janadhikar Forum-Nepal (MJF-N) cadres attacked Chairman Upendra Yadav’s vehicle in Birgunj in Parsa District on April 18 after the Parsa District Committee of the party was dissolved, according to Himalayan Times. Senior leaders of the party Renu Yadav and Hari Narayan Yadav were injured in the attack.
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April - 18 
Himalayan Times reported on April 18 that a member of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Nuwakot District Committee Secretariat has been found involved in the murder of three members of a family that took place on March 2 at Newarpa
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Himalayan Times reported on April 18 that a member of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Nuwakot District Committee Secretariat has been found involved in the murder of three members of a family that took place on March 2 at Newarpani of Bhadrutar-3 of the Nuwakot District. Krishna Pandit, member of the UCPN-M Secretariat was among the seven people found involved in the murder that took place, according to Deputy Superintendent of Police Bal Krishna Thapa.
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April - 18 
Minister for Irrigation Raghubir Mahaseth claimed on April 18 that the Madhesh-based parties would join the Government within a week, Kantipuronline reported. "Those parties concerned at Madhesh will join the government," said Minister Mahaseth, addi
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Minister for Irrigation Raghubir Mahaseth claimed on April 18 that the Madhesh-based parties would join the Government within a week, Kantipuronline reported. "Those parties concerned at Madhesh will join the government," said Minister Mahaseth, adding that the parties enjoying benefits in the name of Madhesh won't participate in the Government.
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April - 18 
Police arrested two persons on charge of extortion from Dobhan Village Development Committee (VDC) of the Tansen District on April 17. The arrestees, Dhan Bahadur Thapa and Karun Thapa, claimed that they are affiliated with Samyukta Janabadi Morcha (
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Police arrested two persons on charge of extortion from Dobhan Village Development Committee (VDC) of the Tansen District on April 17. The arrestees, Dhan Bahadur Thapa and Karun Thapa, claimed that they are affiliated with Samyukta Janabadi Morcha (SJM). Earlier, on April 13, organising a press conference in Tansen, Police had paraded five cadres of the armed outfit arrested in the similar crime. Likewise, five more SJM cadres — Khagendra K. C., Amar Bahadur B. K. of Dobhan VDC, Govinda Bahadur K. C. of Chhahara, Rana Bahadur Kunwar of Rolpa and Gopal Bahadur Kunwar of Arghakhanhi — were held earlier in March. They had threatened to kill the VDC secretary of Dobhan. Police had seized from them one Chinese pistol with one round bullet, donation receipts, some cash, ATM cards and documents related with the outfit.
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April - 18 
A Dhaka Court on April 18 placed two former Directors General (DG) of National Security Intelligence (NSI) on remand for four days in connection with the August 21 grenade attack on an Awami League (AL) rally in 2004, reports Daily Star. Abdul Kahar
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A Dhaka Court on April 18 placed two former Directors General (DG) of National Security Intelligence (NSI) on remand for four days in connection with the August 21 grenade attack on an Awami League (AL) rally in 2004, reports Daily Star. Abdul Kahar Akand, the Investigation Officer (IO) of the case filed under Explosives Act, in a forwarding report said the two accused were very close to former State Minister for Home Lutfozzaman Babar, now in detention on charges of links with the grenade attack. Besides, Harkat-ul-Jihad-al Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) ‘Chief’ Mufti Abdul Hannan on April 7, 2011 in his confessional statement said the two former DGs were behind the conspiracy to make the attack, said Abdul, also senior special superintendent of Criminal Investigation Department (CID). The former NSI bosses, who had been arrested in connection with the 10-truckload of arms haul case, were shown arrested on April 13 in the case relating to the attack on August 21, 2004 at Bangabandhu Avenue.
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April - 18 
Rehabilitation Commissioner General Brigadier Sudantha Ranasinghe stated that 480 former-Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres will be released on April 23, according to Daily News. According to the Brigadier Ranasinghe over 7000 rehabilitat
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Rehabilitation Commissioner General Brigadier Sudantha Ranasinghe stated that 480 former-Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres will be released on April 23, according to Daily News. According to the Brigadier Ranasinghe over 7000 rehabilitated former-LTTE cadres have been released so far and some 4100 cadres are still in the rehabilitation centres.
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April - 18 
The United Nations will make the report of the Panel of Experts on Sri Lanka public this week following finalizing its review by the Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon and his senior advisers, the United Nations (UN) spokesman for the Secretary-General sa
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The United Nations will make the report of the Panel of Experts on Sri Lanka public this week following finalizing its review by the Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon and his senior advisers, the United Nations (UN) spokesman for the Secretary-General said on April 18. Farhan Haq, the acting Deputy Spokesperson for Secretary-General, said that the UN intends to release the report as soon as the agency has finalized its own review.
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April - 19 
The Police arrested three Maoists, including a top Maoist, near Budhakhamari village under Bangriposhi Police Station in Mayurbhanj District, reports The Hindu. Superintendent of Police (SP) Dayal Gangwar said that the top Maoist has been identified
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The Police arrested three Maoists, including a top Maoist, near Budhakhamari village under Bangriposhi Police Station in Mayurbhanj District, reports The Hindu. Superintendent of Police (SP) Dayal Gangwar said that the top Maoist has been identified as Khokan Mahato alias Khagen (35), a resident of Simili area under Jhargram Police Station in West Midnapore District in West Bengal. Khagen was an ‘area commander’ and more than 30 cases, including murder, abduction and treason are pending against him in Odisha and West Bengal. Khagen was also involved in the abducting and killing of a Police Constable, Sarkar Hembram, at Beliabeda on March 6, the SP said. The other two arrestees were identified as Naba Mahanta and Jitendra Mahanta, his accomplices. The Police recovered land mines and some Maoist literature, Maoist posters from their homes.
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April - 19 
A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper was killed in a gun battle with Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres at Navigaarh in Pananwa Tand area in Gaya District on April 19, reports The Hindu. While a Maoist was also arrested, the
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A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper was killed in a gun battle with Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres at Navigaarh in Pananwa Tand area in Gaya District on April 19, reports The Hindu. While a Maoist was also arrested, the Police recovered three guns from the encounter site.
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April - 19 
An encounter was reported between the Security Forces (SFs) and Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres at a transit camp of the Maoists in the Rajabasa village under Gurabanda Police Station in Ghatshila sub-division in East Singhbhum Di
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An encounter was reported between the Security Forces (SFs) and Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres at a transit camp of the Maoists in the Rajabasa village under Gurabanda Police Station in Ghatshila sub-division in East Singhbhum District on April 19, reports Times of India. The SFs neutralised the transit camp of the Maoists and recovered fire arms and explosives. According to the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Akhilesh Jha, 100 rounds of fire were exchanged with the Maoists during the course of operation that lasted 15 minutes. Though there was no casualty, report indicated that the Maoists retreated to the West Bengal. "We have recovered country-made pistol, detonator, pipe bomb wireless set, Maoist literature, half-baked food items, dry ration, Army uniforms and polythene sheet from the site," said the SSP.
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April - 19 
Hindustan Times reports that the Central Government’s interlocutors on Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) are likely to recommend more powers for the state to strengthen its special status under the Constitution. The panel is likely to propose that the state’s
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Hindustan Times reports that the Central Government’s interlocutors on Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) are likely to recommend more powers for the state to strengthen its special status under the Constitution. The panel is likely to propose that the state’s governor and chief minister be given the titles of president and prime minister, respectively (as was the case before 1953). The interlocutors want greater devolution of power to the state legislature and elected local bodies. They also favour more confidence-building measures to create an atmosphere for talks with separatists, and a continuation of the dialogue with Pakistan. They are likely to propose that J&K be declared a free economic zone and that traditional route of trade and commerce, including roads to PoK, are reopened.
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April - 19 
Jammu and Kashmir Police have blamed jailed Muslim League Chairperson Ashiq Hussain Fakhtoo, former Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen chief Abdul Gani Dar and former militants Javed Ahmad Munshi and Nissar Ahmad Khan for the murder of Jamiat-e-Ahlihadees chief S
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Jammu and Kashmir Police have blamed jailed Muslim League Chairperson Ashiq Hussain Fakhtoo, former Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen chief Abdul Gani Dar and former militants Javed Ahmad Munshi and Nissar Ahmad Khan for the murder of Jamiat-e-Ahlihadees chief Showkat Ahmad Shah, according to The Telegraph. The Police said Fakhtoo and Dar hatched the conspiracy for Shah’s murder in the Srinagar Central Jail while Munshi made the Improvised Explosive Device (IED) and Khan detonated it.
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April - 19 
Militants on April 19 hurled grenades at the residence of a Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) in Imphal, officials said, according to The Hindu. Two grenades were lobbed on the house of Khasim Ruivah, an independent MLA of the Chingai Assembly con
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Militants on April 19 hurled grenades at the residence of a Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) in Imphal, officials said, according to The Hindu. Two grenades were lobbed on the house of Khasim Ruivah, an independent MLA of the Chingai Assembly constituency in Ukhrul District. They failed to explode and were later defused by bomb disposal experts, officials said, adding that the motive behind the attack was not known. Police will investigate whether the incident is connected to any monetary demands from militants.
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April - 19 
Nagaland Post reports that the arrest of a youth from Diphu railway station in Assam’s Karbi Anglong long with arms and INR 80,400 in cash on April 19 revealed that a section of militants and their linkmen in Nagaland, including two National Socialis
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Nagaland Post reports that the arrest of a youth from Diphu railway station in Assam’s Karbi Anglong long with arms and INR 80,400 in cash on April 19 revealed that a section of militants and their linkmen in Nagaland, including two National Socialist Council of Nagaland – Khaplang (NSCN-K) cadres, were selling second-hand sophisticated arms to the mafia in Bihar. Dashan Poddar (23) confessed that he was transporting the arms, one AK-56 rifle and two magazines, from Dimapur to Munger in Bihar to hand them over to Ramakant Singh, who is the kingpin of a local mafia group there. According to a Police sources, the AK-56 rifle recovered from him was a used one and a Dimapur-based militant sold it for INR three lakh.
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April - 19 
PTI reports that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a forest guard, identified as Sisir Khosla (46), at Sunanagar Ghati under Orkel Police Station area in Malkangiri District on April 19. Khosla was working in Balimela for
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PTI reports that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a forest guard, identified as Sisir Khosla (46), at Sunanagar Ghati under Orkel Police Station area in Malkangiri District on April 19. Khosla was working in Balimela forest range.
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April - 19 
Reports indicate that a second battalion of the Central reserve Police Force (CRPF) will keep extra vigil in the Maoist infested Jhumra area of Bokaro District, while Dumka in Santhal Pargana, will get its first Paramilitary troopers. Announcing the
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Reports indicate that a second battalion of the Central reserve Police Force (CRPF) will keep extra vigil in the Maoist infested Jhumra area of Bokaro District, while Dumka in Santhal Pargana, will get its first Paramilitary troopers. Announcing the two new battalions of the force, CRPF Inspector-General (IG) Alok Raj on April 18 said reinforcement had become necessary because the troopers were not just fighting the Maoists in these places, but also splinter outfits like the People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC) and Jharkhand Prastuti Committee (JPC). Currently, the CRPF has 13 battalions and two Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) units in the State. “Even six years ago, the Police did not dare to enter the Saranda forests in fear of Maoists. But in the past year, the CRPF entered the zone four times. The continued presence of Paramilitary Forces in Jhumra, which was once the training hub of Maoists, has dealt a severe blow to the Maoist outfit,” Raj said. “While we have strengthened our base, the same has been done by Maoists in Chatra, Latehar, Palamu, Khunti and Dumka. So, the need to raise more battalions,” he added.
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April - 19 
Reports indicate that, top Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and HM militants have started moving towards mountains, including Pir Panjal Range, ahead of the summer facing threats to their lives in low lying belt as local people have started refusing shelter to
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Reports indicate that, top Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and HM militants have started moving towards mountains, including Pir Panjal Range, ahead of the summer facing threats to their lives in low lying belt as local people have started refusing shelter to them. The militants are shifting their hideouts from plain areas of Kishtwar, Doda, Banihal, Ramban, Mahore, Gool and parts of Poonch and Rajouri Districts towards mountainous areas including Pir Panjal Range, which is known as comparatively safer area for the militants in summer. Habib Gujjar group of the LeT outfit, which was having strength of five, has reportedly left Keshwan and proceeded towards Warwan and Dachchan in Kishtwar District. Abu Moosa, a ‘divisional commander’ of the LeT, who was instrumental in the killing of two jawans (troopers) of Territorial Army (TA) at Gool in Ramban District few months back, has also deserted Gool and fled to Pir Panjal Range. According to sources, majority of militant ‘commanders’ in different districts of Jammu region, have shifted to mountains well ahead of summer as they have also been directed to do so by their mentors from across the border.
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April - 19 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant, identified as Hilal Ahmad Palla alias Umer, from Mamoosa at Pattan area of Baramulla District on April 19, reports Daily Excelsior. Umer is a resident of Dangerpora in Pattan. He was in
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant, identified as Hilal Ahmad Palla alias Umer, from Mamoosa at Pattan area of Baramulla District on April 19, reports Daily Excelsior. Umer is a resident of Dangerpora in Pattan. He was involved in the killing of three civilians, including contractor Nazir Ahmad Lone of Kreeri of Baramulla District, Ghulam Mohinuddin Dar of Batpora of Kupwara District and Bashir Ahmad Tantray of Mamoosa. One AK rifle, two AK magazines, 50 rounds of live AK ammunition, two hand grenades, and a pouch were recovered from the possession of the arrested militant. He had crossed over to Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) for receiving training in the handling of illegal arms and ammunition in year 2000.
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April - 19 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested one cadre of Tamnganba faction of Kangleipak Communist Party - Military Council (KCP-MC), identified as Ningthoukhongjam Sushil alias Ingo alias Isingchaoba Singh (30), from Kiyamgei Maning Leikai near Heibong Makhong H
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested one cadre of Tamnganba faction of Kangleipak Communist Party - Military Council (KCP-MC), identified as Ningthoukhongjam Sushil alias Ingo alias Isingchaoba Singh (30), from Kiyamgei Maning Leikai near Heibong Makhong High School area in Imphal East District on April 19. One .9mm pistol containing a magazine loaded with five live rounds was recovered from his possession.
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April - 19 
Sentinel reports that Security Forces (SFs) recovered 37.5 kilograms of explosives, 300 gelatin sticks, 1,200 detonators and fuse wire packed in three bags in a general compartment of the 15092 Up Cachar Express at Lumding in Nagaon District on an un
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Sentinel reports that Security Forces (SFs) recovered 37.5 kilograms of explosives, 300 gelatin sticks, 1,200 detonators and fuse wire packed in three bags in a general compartment of the 15092 Up Cachar Express at Lumding in Nagaon District on an unspecified date. The train was coming from Silchar.
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April - 19 
SFs arrested a cadre of the Malemnganba faction of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP-M), identified as Oinam Arun Singh alias Nanao (30), from his own house in Imphal West District. Arun disclosed that he is working under the command of one ‘finance of
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SFs arrested a cadre of the Malemnganba faction of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP-M), identified as Oinam Arun Singh alias Nanao (30), from his own house in Imphal West District. Arun disclosed that he is working under the command of one ‘finance officer’, identified as Anand Singh of Khurai Kongpal, for the last one year and he was assigned to collect and transfer money from one place to another under the instruction of Anand Singh.
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April - 19 
The crew of the Denmark-flagged ship MV Danica Sunrise, which was intercepted and detained by the Coast Guard in Mumbai port on April 17, admitted of having dumped two AK-47 rifles in the Arabian Sea, The Hindu reported on April 20. Ever since the sh
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The crew of the Denmark-flagged ship MV Danica Sunrise, which was intercepted and detained by the Coast Guard in Mumbai port on April 17, admitted of having dumped two AK-47 rifles in the Arabian Sea, The Hindu reported on April 20. Ever since the ship was detained on the basis of intelligence inputs that the vessel was carrying a large cache of arms and ammunition, the crew and the guards were being interrogated by a team comprising of various security agencies. There are eight members on the ship, six crew and two security guards. The crews are all believed to be Danish nationals, while the two security guards are from Britain.
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April - 19 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) on April 19 accused independent MLA from Phungyar Assembly Constituency of Ukhrul District Wungnaoshang Keishing that he has been working hand in glove with Ibobi government’s policy to
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) on April 19 accused independent MLA from Phungyar Assembly Constituency of Ukhrul District Wungnaoshang Keishing that he has been working hand in glove with Ibobi government’s policy to disintegrate Naga territories by creating a new cosmopolitan District, states Kanglaonline. Wungnaoshang Keishing has been demanding a separate district for the Phungyar sub-division by bifurcating the Ukhrul district, and according to the MLA himself and indeed many observers, this was objected by among others, the NSCN-IM and so also the United Naga Council (UNC). Wungnaoshang Keishing`s convoy was attacked by heavily armed persons near Riha village in Ukhrul District on April 15 killing eight people which include six of the MLA’s security guards and two civilians. Keishing escaped with a minor injury in the incident. No group has so far claimed responsibility for the attack on the MLA.
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April - 19 
The security agencies in Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh are verifying the death of Mangal Singh Korchami alias Diwakar, ‘commander’ of the Tippagarh dalam (squad) and ‘secretary’ of the North Gadchiroli division of the Dandakaranya Special Zonal Commit
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The security agencies in Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh are verifying the death of Mangal Singh Korchami alias Diwakar, ‘commander’ of the Tippagarh dalam (squad) and ‘secretary’ of the North Gadchiroli division of the Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee in Nagpur. Diwakar's family in Talwargarh village in North Gadchiroli received the news of the death through a letter supposedly sent by his dalam. Police sources say that Diwakar wanted to start a separate outfit. The Tippagarh dalam was largely responsible for the 51 Police deaths in 2009.
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April - 19 
Times of India reports that Mangal Singh Korchami alias Diwakar, a top ranking Naxal [Left Wing Extremist] leader was killed by dalam (squad) members of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Nagpur District on April 19. Diwakar was the
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Times of India reports that Mangal Singh Korchami alias Diwakar, a top ranking Naxal [Left Wing Extremist] leader was killed by dalam (squad) members of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Nagpur District on April 19. Diwakar was the ‘commander’ of the Tippagarh dalam and ‘secretary’ of the North Gadchiroli division of the Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee (DKSZC) in Nagpur. Diwakar and his wife, Jyoti had been instrumental in strengthening the Naxal base in the northern part of the District. Police sources say that Diwakar wanted to start a separate outfit. The Tippagarh dalam was largely responsible for the 51 Police deaths in 2009.
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April - 19 
Times of India reports that six Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) troopers were injured in an encounter with the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in the forests of Khobramendha near Malewada village under Wadsa division of Gadchi
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Times of India reports that six Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) troopers were injured in an encounter with the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in the forests of Khobramendha near Malewada village under Wadsa division of Gadchiroli District in the afternoon of April 19. One of the injured troopers, identified as Mahendra Singh from Punjab, later died of his injuries. Viresh Prabhu, Superintendent of Police (SP, Gadchiroli) said that the encounter started following CRPF troopers getting information about heavy Maoists presence in the Khobramendha forest, adds Hindustan Times. “We suspected couple of deaths from the Naxalite [Left Wing Extremist] side as heavy firing witnessed from both the sides,” he said. However, the District administration could not find a single body of Naxalite at the site.
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April - 19 
A bullet-riddled dead body of a doctor, identified as Mumtaz Haider, who was abducted on March 28 was found in Killi Kamalo area on Saryab Road in Quetta, the Provincial capital of Balochistan, on April 19, reports Daily Times.
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A bullet-riddled dead body of a doctor, identified as Mumtaz Haider, who was abducted on March 28 was found in Killi Kamalo area on Saryab Road in Quetta, the Provincial capital of Balochistan, on April 19, reports Daily Times.
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April - 19 
A cadre of the Mohajir Qaumi Movement-Haqiqi (MQM-H), identified as Amir Ahmed, was shot dead by unidentified assailants near Jewellers Market in Korangi within the limits of Awami Colony Police Station in Karachi, the Provincial capital of Sindh, on
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A cadre of the Mohajir Qaumi Movement-Haqiqi (MQM-H), identified as Amir Ahmed, was shot dead by unidentified assailants near Jewellers Market in Korangi within the limits of Awami Colony Police Station in Karachi, the Provincial capital of Sindh, on April 19, reported Daily Times. According to the Sindh Home Ministry, 500 murders have taken place during 2011, while 114 lives have been lost due to target killing, adds Times of India. Meanwhile, police claimed to have arrested five persons involved in target killings.
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April - 19 
A jirga (tribal council) of Masud Safi and Dawaizi tribes in Mohmand Agency assured full cooperation to the SFs and political administration and unanimously decided to impose PKR two million fines and set ablaze the house of tribesman providing shelt
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A jirga (tribal council) of Masud Safi and Dawaizi tribes in Mohmand Agency assured full cooperation to the SFs and political administration and unanimously decided to impose PKR two million fines and set ablaze the house of tribesman providing shelter to militants in the area. A large number of elders from different areas of Pandyali and Safi tehsils of Yakaghund subdivision attended the jirga held in Dawaizi with Malak Raza Khan in the chair. Operation-in-charge Colonel Gul Hassan and Tehsildar of Pandyali Shamsul Hassan also attended the jirga. Colonel Gul Hassan said that the SFs had cleared almost 90 per cent of affected areas in Safi and Dawaizi tehsils along the Afghanistan border.
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April - 19 
At least 80 militants, wanted in various cases, surrendered before SFs in Safi tehsil.
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At least 80 militants, wanted in various cases, surrendered before SFs in Safi tehsil.
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April - 19 
Fighter jets and helicopter gunships bombed suspected militant hideouts in different areas, including Suran Darra, Walidad Mena and Seem Ghakhi of Mohmand Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 19, reports Dawn. However, no cas
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Fighter jets and helicopter gunships bombed suspected militant hideouts in different areas, including Suran Darra, Walidad Mena and Seem Ghakhi of Mohmand Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 19, reports Dawn. However, no casualty was reported.
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April - 19 
Lawmakers and tribal elders of Kurram Agency unanimously decided in Islamabad to take up the issue of 35 passengers abducted from Thall-Parachinar Road on March 26, 2011, with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor besides pressing the SFs for ensuring safe
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Lawmakers and tribal elders of Kurram Agency unanimously decided in Islamabad to take up the issue of 35 passengers abducted from Thall-Parachinar Road on March 26, 2011, with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor besides pressing the SFs for ensuring safety on the route. Member of National Assembly (MNA) from Kurram Agency Sajid Hussain Turi said that this was for the first time that the two major tribes in the volatile Kurram Agency, Turi and Mengal, had passed on the buck to the Government regarding safety of their tribesmen on Thall-Parachinar Road and many other issues as in the past, the two tribes were holding each other responsible for any untoward incident in the tribal area.
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April - 19 
Police claimed to have foiled a potential terrorist attack in Faisalabad after arresting two alleged terrorists, Asmatullah of Bannu District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Rehman of Dera Ghazi Khan District in Punjab, and seized 24 kilogrammes of explosi
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Police claimed to have foiled a potential terrorist attack in Faisalabad after arresting two alleged terrorists, Asmatullah of Bannu District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Rehman of Dera Ghazi Khan District in Punjab, and seized 24 kilogrammes of explosive from their possession.
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April - 19 
Security Forces (SFs) neutralised four landmines and recovered seven boxes of Kalashnikovs cartridges, 600 cartridges of various calibers during search in Sheshmahal area of Pandyali tehsil (revenue unit).
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Security Forces (SFs) neutralised four landmines and recovered seven boxes of Kalashnikovs cartridges, 600 cartridges of various calibers during search in Sheshmahal area of Pandyali tehsil (revenue unit).
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April - 19 
Suspected militants targeted the offices of two Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO), Tehrik and Mehak with a car bomb, injuring three people, including a Security Guard, on Al-Gilani Street in Quetta, reported Express Tribune. According to Police re
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Suspected militants targeted the offices of two Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO), Tehrik and Mehak with a car bomb, injuring three people, including a Security Guard, on Al-Gilani Street in Quetta, reported Express Tribune. According to Police reports it was a remote-controlled bomb that targeted the offices of two NGOs, which operate with local and foreign help to promote education and creating health awareness in Balochistan.
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April - 19 
The interlocutors and guarantors of Kurram peace deal will meet in Islamabad on April 19 (today) to chalk out a strategy for recovery of 35 passengers, who were abducted from Thall-Parachinar Road in March 26, 2011. They will discuss ways to salvage
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The interlocutors and guarantors of Kurram peace deal will meet in Islamabad on April 19 (today) to chalk out a strategy for recovery of 35 passengers, who were abducted from Thall-Parachinar Road in March 26, 2011. They will discuss ways to salvage the peace agreement that collapsed only after month it was put into effect.
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April - 19 
The roofs of three rooms of the Civil Lines Police Station in Faisalabad District of Punjab collapsed when the explosive material seized from a militant named Usman exploded accidentally, injuring a constable on April 19, reports Dawn.
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The roofs of three rooms of the Civil Lines Police Station in Faisalabad District of Punjab collapsed when the explosive material seized from a militant named Usman exploded accidentally, injuring a constable on April 19, reports Dawn.
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April - 19 
Two persons on a motorcycle were injured in a landmine blast that took place in Jani Berri area of Sui tehsil (revenue unit) in Dera Bugti District.
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Two persons on a motorcycle were injured in a landmine blast that took place in Jani Berri area of Sui tehsil (revenue unit) in Dera Bugti District.
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April - 19 
Unidentified terrorists blew up a commercial market belonging to a Naib Subedar of the Levies Force in Ferozkhel area of Lower Orakzai Agency causing a loss of PNR 8 million on April 19, reports Daily Times.
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Unidentified terrorists blew up a commercial market belonging to a Naib Subedar of the Levies Force in Ferozkhel area of Lower Orakzai Agency causing a loss of PNR 8 million on April 19, reports Daily Times.
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April - 19 
US and Pakistani leaders agree they cannot afford to let security ties unravel, the Chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Army Staff Admiral Mike Mullen said on April 19, even as he acknowledged persistent strains, including alleged Pakistani links to t
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US and Pakistani leaders agree they cannot afford to let security ties unravel, the Chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Army Staff Admiral Mike Mullen said on April 19, even as he acknowledged persistent strains, including alleged Pakistani links to terrorists staging attacks in Afghanistan, reports Daily Times. “We’re working our way through the relationships that the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) has with the Haqqani network and the strain that that creates,” Mullen said, even as he cited battlefield gains reducing the group’s mobility. “I’ll see Chief of Army Staff General Kayani here shortly and these are issues I address with him every single time we engage. And I certainly intend to (raise that) this week.” Mullen acknowledged that “we’ve had a very turbulent time”, but added that despite the tensions, all sides acknowledged the relationship was vital. “I think that all of us believe that we cannot afford to let this relationship come apart,” Mullen said, referring to US and Pakistani military and intelligence chiefs.
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April - 19 
Citing threats from Bikas Kirati of Shree Jung Force of the Kirat Janabadi Workers, 36 Village Development Committee (VDC) secretaries of Bhojpur District resigned en masse on April 19, reports Himalayan Times. The secretaries lamented they were comp
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Citing threats from Bikas Kirati of Shree Jung Force of the Kirat Janabadi Workers, 36 Village Development Committee (VDC) secretaries of Bhojpur District resigned en masse on April 19, reports Himalayan Times. The secretaries lamented they were compelled to resort to such a move due to threats from Bikas Kirati. Earlier, they had given time till April 18 to the local civil society, political parties and rights activists to help create conducive environment, but as nothing was done in this regard, they were forced to resign, they said.
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April - 19 
The major three parties — Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M), Nepali Congress (NC) and Communist Party of Nepal- Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) - have failed to settle the dispute in the Constitutional Committee (CC) as a meeting he
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The major three parties — Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M), Nepali Congress (NC) and Communist Party of Nepal- Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) - have failed to settle the dispute in the Constitutional Committee (CC) as a meeting held in the morning of April 18 ended inconclusively, Nepal News reports. Earlier on April 17, various 27 parties had given responsibility to the big three parties, CC chairman Nilambar Acharya and Constituent Assembly chairman Subas Nemwang Nemwang for settling issue.
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April - 19 
UN Deputy High Commissioner for Human Rights Kyung-Wha Kang called on Prime Minister Jhala Nath Khanal on April 19 and urged him to "gradually implement" the recommendations of the Universal Periodic Review held in January, according to Kantipuronlin
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UN Deputy High Commissioner for Human Rights Kyung-Wha Kang called on Prime Minister Jhala Nath Khanal on April 19 and urged him to "gradually implement" the recommendations of the Universal Periodic Review held in January, according to Kantipuronline. Later, a statement issued by the Prime Minister's Office said, “Work on peace and constitution-drafting processes are going on, and in case of time constraint, consensus will be sought for the management of the same. Nepal is committed to strengthening the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC). Women and Dalit commissions have already been established and bills to form commissions on disappeared persons and truth and reconciliation are in the final stage in the Constituent Assembly." Kyung-Hwa Kang also discussed possible term extension of Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights-Nepal (OHCHR-Nepal) with the PM, adds Himalayan Times. “Regarding the term extension, discussions will be held at appropriate level,” PM’s Foreign Affairs Adviser, Milan Tuladhar, said in a statement following the meeting.
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April - 19 
Earlier on April 4, the Court warned the Investigation Officer (IO) for the second time for delaying the probe and asked to submit the report by April 20. The CID got 20 months and 15 days in eight phases for investigating the case filed under the Ex
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Earlier on April 4, the Court warned the Investigation Officer (IO) for the second time for delaying the probe and asked to submit the report by April 20. The CID got 20 months and 15 days in eight phases for investigating the case filed under the Explosive Substances Act in connection with the attacks.
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April - 19 
Police arrested a local Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) leader, Manirul Islam Bilali (45), at Jahanabad village in Sadar sub-district of Satkhira District on April 19, reports Daily Star. Police said Bilali is an accused in a sedition case filed with Sadar Pol
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Police arrested a local Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) leader, Manirul Islam Bilali (45), at Jahanabad village in Sadar sub-district of Satkhira District on April 19, reports Daily Star. Police said Bilali is an accused in a sedition case filed with Sadar Police Station against him and others on July 15, 2010. He went into hiding soon after filing of the case.
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April - 19 
Profulla Das (40), was arrested from Jalisha village under Dumki sub-district in Patuakhali District on April 19. Four cocktails, two passports, bomb-making materials and three mobile sets were recovered from his house.
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Profulla Das (40), was arrested from Jalisha village under Dumki sub-district in Patuakhali District on April 19. Four cocktails, two passports, bomb-making materials and three mobile sets were recovered from his house.
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April - 19 
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) sought 45 days more from a Dhaka Court to complete further investigation into one of the two cases filed for the grenade attacks on the August 21, 2004 Awami League (AL) rally in Dhaka’s Bangabandhu Avenue.
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The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) sought 45 days more from a Dhaka Court to complete further investigation into one of the two cases filed for the grenade attacks on the August 21, 2004 Awami League (AL) rally in Dhaka’s Bangabandhu Avenue.
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April - 19 
Canada Border Service Agency told the Canadian Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB) to deport a Sri Lankan Tamil migrant, who arrived in the MV Sun Sea, for his role in the shooting of captured Sri Lankan soldiers, Colombo Page reported on April 20. T
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Canada Border Service Agency told the Canadian Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB) to deport a Sri Lankan Tamil migrant, who arrived in the MV Sun Sea, for his role in the shooting of captured Sri Lankan soldiers, Colombo Page reported on April 20. The Tamil migrant, identified only by a number, was accused of war crimes for ordering to shoot the Sri Lankan soldiers brought to the area controlled by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants.
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April - 19 
Colombo Page reported on April 20 that the Lessons Learnt and Reconciliation Commission (LLRC) is targeting the completion of its report to be handed over to President Mahinda Rajapaksa by May 15. LLRC Media Spokesperson Lakshman Wickremasinghe told
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Colombo Page reported on April 20 that the Lessons Learnt and Reconciliation Commission (LLRC) is targeting the completion of its report to be handed over to President Mahinda Rajapaksa by May 15. LLRC Media Spokesperson Lakshman Wickremasinghe told the media that the Commission had commenced preparing the first draft.
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April - 20 
A bomb explosion was reported from the house of a candidate for village sarpanch (president/ chief of Gram Panchayat,) in the District, but it was not known if there was any casualty, they said. The 10-phase polls will end on May 28.
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A bomb explosion was reported from the house of a candidate for village sarpanch (president/ chief of Gram Panchayat,) in the District, but it was not known if there was any casualty, they said. The 10-phase polls will end on May 28.
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April - 20 
A meeting was held in the Odisha Secretariat under the Chairmanship of the Chief Secretary Bijaya Kumar Patnaik to review on the progress of the Integrated Action Plan in 15 Maoist prone Districts. As per the information in the meeting, out of INR 3.
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A meeting was held in the Odisha Secretariat under the Chairmanship of the Chief Secretary Bijaya Kumar Patnaik to review on the progress of the Integrated Action Plan in 15 Maoist prone Districts. As per the information in the meeting, out of INR 3.75 billion financial assistance, INR 3.41 billion has already been utilized and the works of 7,587 projects are in progress. It is expected to take up projects of INR 4.50 billion in the next year. Including Development Commissioner Rabinarayan Senapati, Secretaries of Water Resources, Rural Development, Special Secretary of Planning and Coordination Department were present. It was emphasized to prepare the guide line as per requirement of the people, and to alternate arrangement if any project not applicable. After the meeting the Chief Secretary said, the first phase of INR 4.77 billion will be completed by the month of June. It is to be mentioned here that the Government has sanctioned INR 250 million each to 15 District Collectors in the year 2010-11 and has been instructed to utilize by June.
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April - 20 
Around 70 Bru families from Naisingpara relief camp in the neighbouring North Tripura district returned to Mizoram on April 20, reports Assam Tribune. The source said that while 127 families were expected to return, some families refused to come back
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Around 70 Bru families from Naisingpara relief camp in the neighbouring North Tripura district returned to Mizoram on April 20, reports Assam Tribune. The source said that while 127 families were expected to return, some families refused to come back making several excuses.
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April - 20 
Daily Excelsior reports that the All Party Hurriyat Conference-Mirwaiz (APHC-M) suspended its constituent Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen (IuM) after the Chief patron of the party Maulana Mohammad Abbas Ansari met the Centre’s Interlocutors on Kashmir in Srinag
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Daily Excelsior reports that the All Party Hurriyat Conference-Mirwaiz (APHC-M) suspended its constituent Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen (IuM) after the Chief patron of the party Maulana Mohammad Abbas Ansari met the Centre’s Interlocutors on Kashmir in Srinagar. The IuM is among the founder constituents of Hurriyat Conference and one of the seven parties which have representative in the highest decision-making body, the Executive Committee. Meanwhile, the Interlocutors said the intelligentsia in Jammu and Kashmir was against the division of the State on communal lines but favoured strengthening the special status under Article 370 and devolution of powers to the regions and sub-regions. The Interlocutors also visited Sopore in Baramulla District where they met young people, community leaders and local representatives of political parties to ascertain their views on a political settlement in the State.
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April - 20 
IBNS reports that a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed during a gun-battle with the Police in Chinnari forest area of Narayanpur District April 20. Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO), Dev Narayan Patel said that the Maoists were
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IBNS reports that a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed during a gun-battle with the Police in Chinnari forest area of Narayanpur District April 20. Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO), Dev Narayan Patel said that the Maoists were gathered to conduct a meeting ahead of elections in the area in order to motivate the youth to join their ranks. The Police also recovered a rifle, six cartridges, a Tiffin-bomb, Maoists literature, wires, three detonators, other explosives and grocery items from their hideout.
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April - 20 
Indian Express reports that a senior Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) couple, identified as ‘commander’ Surya alias Ramesh Gawde and his wife Jamuna alias Dasri Atram, belonging to the Sironcha dalam (squad), surrendered before the Police
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Indian Express reports that a senior Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) couple, identified as ‘commander’ Surya alias Ramesh Gawde and his wife Jamuna alias Dasri Atram, belonging to the Sironcha dalam (squad), surrendered before the Police in Gadchiroli District on April 20. According to the Police, they escaped from their place of posting in Chhattisgarh to reach the Gadchiroli Superintendent of Police (SP) office a few days ago. “It is a big surrender. They have been senior cadres in dalams since 2005. While Surya is 26, Jamuna is 20. They contacted me from Chhattisgarh saying they wanted to give up arms since they were feeling suffocated and wronged,” SP Veeresh Prabhu said. The couple is involved in at least 10 cases of crimes, including firing on the Police, arson and murders, the SP claimed.
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April - 20 
Nearly 2,500 Police officials and constables have left for different places under Maoist-affected Madhuban (Bhagalpur District), Phenhara (Champaran District) and Tetariya (Nawada District) blocks (administrative divisions), which will go for panchay
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Nearly 2,500 Police officials and constables have left for different places under Maoist-affected Madhuban (Bhagalpur District), Phenhara (Champaran District) and Tetariya (Nawada District) blocks (administrative divisions), which will go for panchayat (village level local self government institution) polls on today [April 20].
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April - 20 
Sangai Express reports that unidentified militants hurled a hand grenade at the Lilong Chajing Awang Leikai residential gate of Khagembam Radheshyam Singh (48), who is the Medical Superintendent in Chandel District Hospital, on April 20. Regarding th
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Sangai Express reports that unidentified militants hurled a hand grenade at the Lilong Chajing Awang Leikai residential gate of Khagembam Radheshyam Singh (48), who is the Medical Superintendent in Chandel District Hospital, on April 20. Regarding threats and demands, close relative of the victim said that there were no threat and demand to the victim, however one month back a demand letter was found at his gate, demanding INR one million by one Khaba Meitei faction of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP), adds Imphal Free press.
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April - 20 
Sangai Express reports that United National Liberation Front (UNLF) ‘chairman’ R. K. Meghen has stated that proposal of UNLF for holding plebiscite to resolve the Manipur-India conflict is not an objective but only a means for achieving the objective
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Sangai Express reports that United National Liberation Front (UNLF) ‘chairman’ R. K. Meghen has stated that proposal of UNLF for holding plebiscite to resolve the Manipur-India conflict is not an objective but only a means for achieving the objective of empowering the people. Talking to media on the sideline of being produced in the special court of National Investigation Agency (NIA) at Guwahati on April 20, Meghen said that the ongoing campaign for holding plebiscite being witnessed in Manipur including one of the hill Districts is encouraging and such democratic process of public discussion on the issue is required.
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April - 20 
The Hindu reports that Sariami Dara alias Santosh (35), a self-styled ‘deputy commandant’ of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), surrendered before Deputy Inspector-General (DIG), south-west range, Soumendra Priyadarshi in Malkangiri Di
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The Hindu reports that Sariami Dara alias Santosh (35), a self-styled ‘deputy commandant’ of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), surrendered before Deputy Inspector-General (DIG), south-west range, Soumendra Priyadarshi in Malkangiri District on April 20. According to Malkangiri Police, Santosh was a part of the Andhra-Odisha Border Special Zonal Committee (AOBSZC) of the Maoists. Santosh, hailed from Jileliguda village under MV-79 Police Station area, and was active in Malkangiri, Koraput and Rayagada Districts, Superintendent of Police (SP) Anirudha Singh said. He had joined the Maoists around ten years ago and was involved in several major cases of violence and killings in Odisha and adjoining States. Santosh was involved in the killing of 38 greyhound troopers of Andhra Pradesh while they were crossing Balimela reservoir in Malkangiri District after a combing operation in June 2008. He was also part of the team of Maoists that triggered the powerful landmine blast to kill seventeen SOG troopers in an anti-landmine vehicle near MV126 village in the District in July 2008. He was also part of Maoist attacks on Koraput town and its District armory in 2004, attack on Nayagarh town and its armory in 2008, Maoist attack on Panchpatmali hilltop mines of National Aluminum Company Limited (NALCO) at Damanjodi of Koraput District in 2009.
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April - 20 
The Home Ministry asked intelligence agencies to verify records and see whether the suspected money launderer Hasan Ali Khan or his alleged hawala network had links with any terror outfit or was ever used to transfer money to any them or their fronts
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The Home Ministry asked intelligence agencies to verify records and see whether the suspected money launderer Hasan Ali Khan or his alleged hawala network had links with any terror outfit or was ever used to transfer money to any them or their fronts, Times of India reported on April 21. "We have asked both the Intelligence Bureau ( IB) and the Research and Analysis Wing ( RAW) to check details and get back to us as early as possible," a senior Home Ministry official was quoted saying. The Enforcement Directorate (ED), which comes under the Finance Ministry, had written to the Ministry after being pulled up by a Mumbai special court for its shoddy probe into Hasan Ali's casein April 2011. The directorate is currently probing the alleged money laundering case worth $8 billion against him.
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April - 20 
The Maharashtra Anti Terrorism Squad (ATS) on April 20, filed a supplementary chargesheet against Praveen Mutalik accused in the Malegaon blast case (September 29, 2008) in the Maharashtra Control of Organized crime Act (MCOCA) Court, reports The Hin
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The Maharashtra Anti Terrorism Squad (ATS) on April 20, filed a supplementary chargesheet against Praveen Mutalik accused in the Malegaon blast case (September 29, 2008) in the Maharashtra Control of Organized crime Act (MCOCA) Court, reports The Hindu. "We have filed a 435-page chargesheet against Mutalik. We have several statements of witnesses recorded before a magistrate. An identification parade of Mutalik was also conducted. We have enough evidence against Mutalik,'' ATS Chief Rakesh Maria was quoted saying. According to the chargesheet, Mutalik, who was arrested on January 31 from Belgaum in Karnataka, had worked as a personal secretary to key accused Lieutenant Colonel Shrikant Purohit for three months and assembled bombs and their fuses at Purohit's order. The ATS has charged him with aiding and abetting the crime.
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April - 20 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has taken over the probe into the hawala (illegal money transfer) case of Jammu and Kashmir in which Ghulam Mohammad Bhat, a close aide of Syed Ali Shah Geelani was arrested under Unlawful Activities (Preventiv
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has taken over the probe into the hawala (illegal money transfer) case of Jammu and Kashmir in which Ghulam Mohammad Bhat, a close aide of Syed Ali Shah Geelani was arrested under Unlawful Activities (Preventive) Act in January. During his interrogation, Bhat told the Police that he had passed money to several separatist leaders following which Delhi Police handed over a one-line notice to Geelani and had later summoned and questioned him and recorded his statement. Two other persons including one from Kupwara and another from Sopore in north Kashmir were also arrested in this case.
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April - 20 
Times of India reports that one woman and a Police officer were killed by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres who were opposing the Panchayat (village level local self-Government institution) elections in Ramsinghdih Panchayat und
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Times of India reports that one woman and a Police officer were killed by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres who were opposing the Panchayat (village level local self-Government institution) elections in Ramsinghdih Panchayat under Laxmipur block (administrative division) in Jamui District on April 20. Three Maoists, who had queued up before a booth at Ramsinghdih Panchayat, opened fire killing Assistant Sub-Inspector Rajendra Jha on the incident site, the Police said. The Maoists later demanded a matchbox from a woman, identified as Aisa Khatoon, to set ablaze a tractor near the booth. As the woman refused, they fired at her, killing her and injuring two other villagers, the sources said.
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April - 20 
Top Police officials of Gadchiroli District visited Kandholi and other nearby villages and met the locals as part of a drive to boost confidence of villagers in the anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism] fight. They engaged the villagers in the discussion
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Top Police officials of Gadchiroli District visited Kandholi and other nearby villages and met the locals as part of a drive to boost confidence of villagers in the anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism] fight. They engaged the villagers in the discussion to fight the Maoists. A large number of villagers turned up for the meeting and vowed to fight the extremists, the Police said.
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April - 20 
Troops neutralised a militant hideout in the Hatmullah forests of Kupwara District, according to The Hindu. An Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL) with six rounds, three hand-grenades, four AK rifle magazines, 50 rounds for Pika guns and a tape-reco
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Troops neutralised a militant hideout in the Hatmullah forests of Kupwara District, according to The Hindu. An Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL) with six rounds, three hand-grenades, four AK rifle magazines, 50 rounds for Pika guns and a tape-recorder were recovered from the site.
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April - 20 
Two Over Ground Workers (OGWs), namely Shahnaz Ahmad Mir and Ghulam Qadir Mir, residents of Dadsara Tral, owing allegiance to Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) were arrested by Police from Chandrigam-Awantipora area of Pulwama District on April 20, reports Dai
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Two Over Ground Workers (OGWs), namely Shahnaz Ahmad Mir and Ghulam Qadir Mir, residents of Dadsara Tral, owing allegiance to Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) were arrested by Police from Chandrigam-Awantipora area of Pulwama District on April 20, reports Daily Excelsior. One pistol, two pistol magazines, one AK 47 rifle body, seven hand grenades and 135 rounds were recovered from their possession of arrested.
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April - 20 
In the first incident, the militants attacked security personnel when they were advancing in Suran Darra area, killing one SF and injuring five others. Later, the SFs retaliated, with helicopter gunships and jet fighters targeting militant positio
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In the first incident, the militants attacked security personnel when they were advancing in Suran Darra area, killing one SF and injuring five others. Later, the SFs retaliated, with helicopter gunships and jet fighters targeting militant positions in Suran Dara, Walidad Top and Matai areas, killing nine militants and destroying several hideouts.
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April - 20 
A bullet-riddled dead body of an unidentified person was found in Choko area of Awaran District on April 20, reported Dawn.
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A bullet-riddled dead body of an unidentified person was found in Choko area of Awaran District on April 20, reported Dawn.
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April - 20 
A Pakistani schoolboy, who failed in his suicide bomb bid as his partner launched an attack at a Pakistani shrine April 3, has spoken of the terror mission and how he was brainwashed by the Taliban, reports Indian Express. "All I was thinking was tha
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A Pakistani schoolboy, who failed in his suicide bomb bid as his partner launched an attack at a Pakistani shrine April 3, has spoken of the terror mission and how he was brainwashed by the Taliban, reports Indian Express. "All I was thinking was that I had to detonate myself near as many people as possible. When I decided it was the right time, it was a moment of happiness for me," the BBC quoted 14-year-old Umar Fidai, as saying. "I thought that there would be a little bit of pain, but then I would be in heaven," he added. The failed suicide bomber revealed the plan was that the other brainwashed schoolboy, Ismail, would “blow himself up near the shrine. I would wait for the ambulances to come and detonate myself near them to kill more people. I had no doubts at all beforehand.”
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April - 20 
A Policeman was shot dead in Jalbani Goth in the limits of Malir City Police Station. Police Constable Mohammad Ayub, 40, hailed from Chakwal in Punjab.
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A Policeman was shot dead in Jalbani Goth in the limits of Malir City Police Station. Police Constable Mohammad Ayub, 40, hailed from Chakwal in Punjab.
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April - 20 
A professor, identified as Abdul Hameed Mengal, of Engineering University in Khuzdar District was abducted by unidentified assailants
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A professor, identified as Abdul Hameed Mengal, of Engineering University in Khuzdar District was abducted by unidentified assailants
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April - 20 
A spokesman of militant outfit Lashkar-i-Islami (LI) contradicted the news about fleeing of their leader Mangal Bagh to Afghanistan. Talking from an undisclosed place the LI spokesman said that Mangal Bagh was still in Tirah valley leading his volunt
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A spokesman of militant outfit Lashkar-i-Islami (LI) contradicted the news about fleeing of their leader Mangal Bagh to Afghanistan. Talking from an undisclosed place the LI spokesman said that Mangal Bagh was still in Tirah valley leading his volunteers against Zakhakhel lashkar and Ansarul Islam.
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April - 20 
Admiral Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said, in an interview with a private TV channel in Islamabad on April 20 that Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), still has ties to militants fighting
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Admiral Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said, in an interview with a private TV channel in Islamabad on April 20 that Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), still has ties to militants fighting in Afghanistan, during a trip to Islamabad on Wednesday that was focused on fence-mending in the wake of diplomatic tensions, according to Daily Times. “The ISI has a long-standing relationship with the Haqqani network. That doesn’t mean everyone in the ISI, but it’s there”, Admiral Mullen said. Pakistan’s perceived foot-dragging in tackling strongholds in North Waziristan Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) belonging to the Haqqani network and its continuing relationship with it was ‘the most difficult part’ of the US-Pakistani relationship, Mullen said in a separate interview. “Haqqani is supporting, funding, training fighters that are killing Americans and killing coalition partners. And I have a sacred obligation to do all I can to make sure that doesn’t happen. So that’s at the core - it’s not the only thing - but that’s at the core that I think is the most difficult part of the relationship,” Mullen said. tt In reply, an unnamed senior Pakistani intelligence official told Reuters, “... If he means we’re providing them with protection, with help, that’s not correct.” Claiming that Pakistan had attacked Haqqani’s positions and raided his mosques in the past, he added, “Right now, we are not attacking him because we are fully engaged against Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).”
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April - 20 
An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) indicted 21 persons, including Maulana Abdul Aziz, his wife Umme Hassan, his daughter Tayyaba and other seminary students in a case of the murder of a ranger’s official on July 3, 2007 Red Mosque operation, reported Dawn
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An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) indicted 21 persons, including Maulana Abdul Aziz, his wife Umme Hassan, his daughter Tayyaba and other seminary students in a case of the murder of a ranger’s official on July 3, 2007 Red Mosque operation, reported Dawn. The accused pleaded not guilty and the Court adjourned the hearing till May 3.
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April - 20 
Elsewhere in the District, another man, Mohammad Ayub, was abducted when he was on his way to his home.
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Elsewhere in the District, another man, Mohammad Ayub, was abducted when he was on his way to his home.
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April - 20 
Four persons, including three Shia men and a Policeman, were killed in incidents of target killings in different parts of Karachi in Sindh on April 20, reported Daily Times.
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Four persons, including three Shia men and a Policeman, were killed in incidents of target killings in different parts of Karachi in Sindh on April 20, reported Daily Times.
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April - 20 
In the Khyber Agency, SFs arrested five suspected LI militants, identified as Sher Rehman, Mohammad Rehman, Gulmir Khan, Yaqub Khan and Qabil Shah, from Landikotal Bazaar.
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In the Khyber Agency, SFs arrested five suspected LI militants, identified as Sher Rehman, Mohammad Rehman, Gulmir Khan, Yaqub Khan and Qabil Shah, from Landikotal Bazaar.
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April - 20 
Masked militants slit the throat of a tribesman, identified as Malang Meerak, for assisting SFs in Sheen Drang area of Bara tehsil (revenue unit) in Khyber Agency on April 19, reports Dawn.
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Masked militants slit the throat of a tribesman, identified as Malang Meerak, for assisting SFs in Sheen Drang area of Bara tehsil (revenue unit) in Khyber Agency on April 19, reports Dawn.
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April - 20 
Militants blew up a Government high school in Bosti Khel village of Darra Adamkhel town with explosives, reported Dawn. No loss of life was caused in the explosion.
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Militants blew up a Government high school in Bosti Khel village of Darra Adamkhel town with explosives, reported Dawn. No loss of life was caused in the explosion.
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April - 20 
Nine militants and a Security Force (SF) personnel were killed during a clash and shelling in different areas of Mohmand Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 20, reports Dawn.
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Nine militants and a Security Force (SF) personnel were killed during a clash and shelling in different areas of Mohmand Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 20, reports Dawn.
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April - 20 
Police arrested three Afghanistan nationals, Liaquat, Badshah and Habib Noor, for illegal stay in Fateh Jang area of Attock District under Foreign Act.
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Police arrested three Afghanistan nationals, Liaquat, Badshah and Habib Noor, for illegal stay in Fateh Jang area of Attock District under Foreign Act.
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April - 20 
Police arrested three assailants, identified as Aamir, Shafi and Shabbir, suspected of target killings in Karachi from Laskian area in Sargodha District on April 20, reports Daily Times.
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Police arrested three assailants, identified as Aamir, Shafi and Shabbir, suspected of target killings in Karachi from Laskian area in Sargodha District on April 20, reports Daily Times.
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April - 20 
Special Investigation Unit (SIU) claimed to have arrested a target killer, Tahir alias Rizvi, from Orangi Town along with a TT pistol from his possession. The officer informed that Tahir was involved in three murders committed in the Manghopir area a
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Special Investigation Unit (SIU) claimed to have arrested a target killer, Tahir alias Rizvi, from Orangi Town along with a TT pistol from his possession. The officer informed that Tahir was involved in three murders committed in the Manghopir area as well as recky and pointation of targets.
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April - 20 
Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) blew up a private FM radio station in Umer Abad area of Parang Police Station in Charsadda District by planting explosives around the building on April 20, reports Daily Times. However, no loss of life was reported in
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Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) blew up a private FM radio station in Umer Abad area of Parang Police Station in Charsadda District by planting explosives around the building on April 20, reports Daily Times. However, no loss of life was reported in the incident.
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April - 20 
The TTP killed a truck driver and his helper in Baizai town of Mohmand Agency for supplying livestock to East Afghanistan province of Nangarhar, reported Daily Times.
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The TTP killed a truck driver and his helper in Baizai town of Mohmand Agency for supplying livestock to East Afghanistan province of Nangarhar, reported Daily Times.
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April - 20 
The US will not abandon its drone programme in Pakistan but how it goes forward is a matter for the US, Pakistani intelligence and military officials to determine, Admiral Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff a US official said on April
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The US will not abandon its drone programme in Pakistan but how it goes forward is a matter for the US, Pakistani intelligence and military officials to determine, Admiral Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff a US official said on April 20, according to Daily Times. “The programme is something that we have said we go ahead on. The question is how. And that process is going to be something that is going to be one of the main tasks that our intel and our military guys have,” the official said.
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April - 20 
Three persons, including son-in-law of Allama Hassan Turabi, were shot dead in the jurisdiction of Aziz Bhatti Police Station. Reports said that four unidentified assailants opened fire on a moving vehicle killing the three persons, identified as Sye
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Three persons, including son-in-law of Allama Hassan Turabi, were shot dead in the jurisdiction of Aziz Bhatti Police Station. Reports said that four unidentified assailants opened fire on a moving vehicle killing the three persons, identified as Syed Basharat Hussain, Shah Sawar Ali and Tahir Hussain. Station House Officer Aziz Bhatti said victim Shah Sawar was the father-in-law of slain Basharat while victim Tahir was son-in-law of Allama Hassan Turabi. He said that these killings were made on sectarian ground.
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April - 20 
Top ‘commander’ of TTP Waliur Rehman on April 20 praised Mehsud tribe for not siding with the Government against Taliban in the South Waziristan Agency, reported Dawn. “We congratulate the Mehsud tribe for rendering great sacrifices,” Rehman said, ad
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Top ‘commander’ of TTP Waliur Rehman on April 20 praised Mehsud tribe for not siding with the Government against Taliban in the South Waziristan Agency, reported Dawn. “We congratulate the Mehsud tribe for rendering great sacrifices,” Rehman said, adding, “Fellow tribesmen would always demonstrate such character in future. The Government had formed tribal militias against mujahideen, however these militias were unable to fulfil the objectives set by the Government.
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April - 20 
Government spokesperson and culture minister Gangalal Tuladhar has said seeking an alternative to current Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML)-led Government is “natural”, adding further he won’t find that surprising if it is u
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Government spokesperson and culture minister Gangalal Tuladhar has said seeking an alternative to current Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML)-led Government is “natural”, adding further he won’t find that surprising if it is unable to ensure peace and constitution. “It is but natural to seek an alternative to any Government and I won’t be surprised if an alternative of this government is also being sought,” he said.
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April - 20 
In the party’s Politburo meeting, Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda suggested that the party put peace and constitution at centre stage until May 28, the extended deadline for the Constituent Assembly to promulgate a new constitution. Though
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In the party’s Politburo meeting, Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda suggested that the party put peace and constitution at centre stage until May 28, the extended deadline for the Constituent Assembly to promulgate a new constitution. Though the plan got Vice Chairman Baburam Bhattarai's tacit support, it failed to impress another Vice Chairman and hardline leader Mohan Baidya.
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April - 20 
Nepali Congress (NC) central member Balkrishna Khand has said it would not be appropriate to go for general elections before the integration of the Maoist combatants is completed, according to Himalayan Times. Khand, founding President of Tarun Dal,
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Nepali Congress (NC) central member Balkrishna Khand has said it would not be appropriate to go for general elections before the integration of the Maoist combatants is completed, according to Himalayan Times. Khand, founding President of Tarun Dal, youth wing of NC, accused the Maoists of hindering the constitution drafting process.
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April - 20 
Police arrested four cadres of Bhagat Singh faction of Janatantrik Terai Madhesh Mukti Party (JTMMP- Bhagat) including its District secretary Ram Naresh Barma alias Nankau (28) from Indrapur Village Development Committee (VDC) in Banke District on Se
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Police arrested four cadres of Bhagat Singh faction of Janatantrik Terai Madhesh Mukti Party (JTMMP- Bhagat) including its District secretary Ram Naresh Barma alias Nankau (28) from Indrapur Village Development Committee (VDC) in Banke District on September 30, reports inseconline.org. According to Inspector Prakash Malla of District Police Office, Banke, the other arrestees are Mahesh Raidas (24), area in-charge, Aggi Ram Maurya of Indrapur VDC-6 and Radheshyam Maurya (28) of Nawabgunj in India. The Police also recovered three mobile phones and donation receipts.
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April - 20 
Prime Minister (PM) Jhala Nath Khanal said on April 20 that the Government is fully committed to concluding peace process and drafting the constitution on time, reported Nepal News. Claiming that the Government has been working to promulgate the new
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Prime Minister (PM) Jhala Nath Khanal said on April 20 that the Government is fully committed to concluding peace process and drafting the constitution on time, reported Nepal News. Claiming that the Government has been working to promulgate the new constitution within the deadline of May 28, PM Khanal expressed hope of completing the ongoing peace process before that. He also claimed that the Government was formed with the twin agenda of accomplishing the peace and new statute. In another context, PM Khanal said that the Government has been exercising seriously towards bringing improvement in the security situation in the country.
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April - 20 
The ruling Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) has registered its amendment to key clauses in the Bill on Truth and Reconciliation including proposed provision on action against human rights violators during the decade long insurgency, r
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The ruling Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) has registered its amendment to key clauses in the Bill on Truth and Reconciliation including proposed provision on action against human rights violators during the decade long insurgency, reports Kantipuronline. The party has said the proposed legislation had prioritized punishment rather than ensuring reconciliation among parties to conflict and the victims.
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April - 20 
Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) arrested a suspect, identified as Abdur Razzak Howlader (42), of Kalagachia village under Amtali sub-district in Barguna District on April 20 and recovered a pistol from his possession, reports Daily Star.
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Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) arrested a suspect, identified as Abdur Razzak Howlader (42), of Kalagachia village under Amtali sub-district in Barguna District on April 20 and recovered a pistol from his possession, reports Daily Star.
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April - 20 
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) on April 20 got 25 days more to complete further investigation into one of the two cases filed for the grenade attacks on Awami League (AL) rally on August 21, 2004. With this, the CID has been given 21 mon
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The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) on April 20 got 25 days more to complete further investigation into one of the two cases filed for the grenade attacks on Awami League (AL) rally on August 21, 2004. With this, the CID has been given 21 months and 10 days in nine phases for investigating the case filed under the Explosive Substances Act. Meanwhile, the murder case filed for the August 21 grenade attack is now pending with the Second Additional Metropolitan Sessions Judge's Court in Dhaka. The former State Minister for Home Lutfozzaman Babar, Dhaka City Corporation Ward Councilor Ariful Islam Arif, Pakistan based Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) leader Abdul Majid Butt alias Abu Yusuf Butt, Harkat-ul-Jihad-al Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) leader Maulana Abdur Rouf and four others were shown arrested following further investigation into the cases.
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April - 20 
The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) on April 20 rejected a bail petition filed by Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) leader Delwar Hossain Sayedee in connection with War Crimes (WCs). In one of the two petitions, the four JeI leaders sought bail in connection
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The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) on April 20 rejected a bail petition filed by Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) leader Delwar Hossain Sayedee in connection with War Crimes (WCs). In one of the two petitions, the four JeI leaders sought bail in connection with charges of WCs. The other petition was filed by Motiur Rahman Nizami and Ali Ahsan Mohammad Mojahid seeking review of the ICT’s order on April 13 which allowed investigators to quiz them at a "safe home" in the capital instead of Dhaka Central Jail about their links with WCs during the 1971 Liberation War. The Tribunal also asked the prosecution to submit a report of the investigation into the allegations against Sayedee as early as possible.
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April - 20 
In an interview with Asian Tribune on April 20, former Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Member of Parliament S. Kanagaratnam alleged that over 600 innocent Tamil civilians were shot and killed like stray dogs from October 1, 2008 to May 18, 2009 in the
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In an interview with Asian Tribune on April 20, former Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Member of Parliament S. Kanagaratnam alleged that over 600 innocent Tamil civilians were shot and killed like stray dogs from October 1, 2008 to May 18, 2009 in the Vanni region by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants. He further added that not a single innocent civilian was killed by the Sri Lankan Armed Forces in the hostility campaign against the LTTE. Kanagaratnam said that United Nations and Western countries are not privy to any firsthand information about horrors, killings, destruction and human tragedies that occurred during the final days of the battle and rubbished the UN Experts Panel’s report. He said the UN document was based on third of fourth person’s reports and on biased material prepared by the rump LTTE campaigners and vested interest groups.
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April - 20 
When Sri Lanka is healing from the 30 years long armed conflict, the United Nations must render assistance, not complicate the reconciliation process, the Russian government said on April 20, according to Colombo Page. The Ambassador of the Russian F
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When Sri Lanka is healing from the 30 years long armed conflict, the United Nations must render assistance, not complicate the reconciliation process, the Russian government said on April 20, according to Colombo Page. The Ambassador of the Russian Federation to Sri Lanka Vladimir P. Mikhaylov made these remarks during a meeting with Sri Lanka's Defence Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa at the Ministry.
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April - 21 
A Dimasa rebel group is ready to lay down arms in a formal ceremony in Haflong in North Cachar Hills District after the period of the electoral code of conduct is over with the counting of the votes on May 13, reports Telegraph.
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A Dimasa rebel group is ready to lay down arms in a formal ceremony in Haflong in North Cachar Hills District after the period of the electoral code of conduct is over with the counting of the votes on May 13, reports Telegraph.
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April - 21 
In three major successful operations, carried out on April 21 Security Forces (SFs) killed two top Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants in Kishtwar District, captured three hawala (illegal money transfer) operators in Banihal of Ramban District and seized
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In three major successful operations, carried out on April 21 Security Forces (SFs) killed two top Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants in Kishtwar District, captured three hawala (illegal money transfer) operators in Banihal of Ramban District and seized explosives from Panchayat (village level local self-government) building at Khari, Banihal, which had been dumped by militants to disrupt Panchayat elections, scheduled for May 16, reports Daily Excelsior. SFs eliminated two dreaded LeT militants, Mohammad Sultan Bhat (‘district commander’ of LeT) alias Noman, resident of Naik Mohalla, Saranwa in Kishtwar District and Jaan Mohammad of Chatroo in Doda District, who happened to be close associates of Lashkar ‘divisional commander’ Salman alias Habib Gujjar alias Jameel in Kishtwar. However, two more LeT militants including Salman himself and Mohammad Ishaq Lone have managed to escape from the encounter site. Recoveries made from the site of encounter included one AK-47 rifle with two magazines, one grenade and a large quantity of ammunition and explosive material. Salman alias Habib Gujjar was instrumental in a series of subversive activities in Kishtwar District. Meanwhile, the hawala racket, was busted by Ramban Police, that originated from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) and channelised through Aijaz Ahmed Sheikh, a resident of Dulligam and settled in Chakoti, PoK since 1997 where he was operating as a top ‘commander’ of Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) outfit. Of three hawala operators captured by Police, one was Sheikh’s brother-in-law Barkat Ali Dar. Superintendent of Police (SP) Ramban Anil Magotra said, adding that hawala consignment was delivered at Bijbehara in Anantnag District at the behest of Sheikh. The seized hawala money was meant for militants and their families. Along with Dar, two other operators Farhad Ali Khanday and Mohammad Ramzan Hajam (both from Banihal) were also arrested by SFs and INR 1.99 lakh were recovered from their possession. Hajam happened to be father of a slain HM militant Gulzar Ahmed.
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April - 21 
Kanglaonline reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested three Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) militants in Imphal. The arrestees were identified as Haobijam Khambaton alias Bicky (27), Mutum Gobin alias Nanao (20) and Dongri Maram (20).
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Kanglaonline reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested three Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) militants in Imphal. The arrestees were identified as Haobijam Khambaton alias Bicky (27), Mutum Gobin alias Nanao (20) and Dongri Maram (20).
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April - 21 
Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh Governments sought extension of the ban on United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), citing unabated terror activities of the group in their territories and links with small groups operating in the neighbouring states, r
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Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh Governments sought extension of the ban on United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), citing unabated terror activities of the group in their territories and links with small groups operating in the neighbouring states, reports CNN-IBN. Deposing before Unlawful Activities Prevention Tribunal headed by Delhi High Court Judge Mukta Gupta said the ban will help the security agencies in taking "effective action" against the terror activities, official sources told Press Trust of India.
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April - 21 
Seventy nine percent voting was recorded in third phase of Panchayat elections. While, polling were differed in Purmandal block in Samba District, Nunar in Ganderbal District and Chadoora in Budgam District.
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Seventy nine percent voting was recorded in third phase of Panchayat elections. While, polling were differed in Purmandal block in Samba District, Nunar in Ganderbal District and Chadoora in Budgam District.
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April - 21 
SFs recovered two Underbarrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL) grenades and one Chinese grenade from the roof of Panchayat Building from to Khari in Banihal of Ramban District ahead of the Panchayat elections, scheduled in 9th phase on May 16. Sources said th
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SFs recovered two Underbarrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL) grenades and one Chinese grenade from the roof of Panchayat Building from to Khari in Banihal of Ramban District ahead of the Panchayat elections, scheduled in 9th phase on May 16. Sources said the militants had dumped the explosives well in advance in the building to disrupt the elections. The explosive devices were defused by a Bomb Disposal Squad.
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April - 21 
Six Pakistani nationals, including two militants, lodged in Jammu and Kashmir and Tihar jails were released by India on April 21, according to Daily Excelsior. They were handed over to Pakistani authorities by Border Security Force (BSF) officials vi
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Six Pakistani nationals, including two militants, lodged in Jammu and Kashmir and Tihar jails were released by India on April 21, according to Daily Excelsior. They were handed over to Pakistani authorities by Border Security Force (BSF) officials via the Attari-Wagah joint check-post. The militants, identified as Shehzad Khan and Tariq Mohammad told the media that they had illegally crossed over to India to participate in 'jihad' in Jammu and Kashmir. But they were caught by paramilitary forces and jailed thereafter.
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April - 21 
Surrendered tribal guerrillas in Tripura on April 21 organized a road blockade and a hunger strike demanding that the Government should rehabilitate them, reports inewsone. ‘We will launch an indefinite hunger strike if the state government does not
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Surrendered tribal guerrillas in Tripura on April 21 organized a road blockade and a hunger strike demanding that the Government should rehabilitate them, reports inewsone. ‘We will launch an indefinite hunger strike if the state government does not fulfill our demands, including the one to rehabilitate the surrendered militants,’ president of joint action committee (JAC) Danniel Debbarma stated. The Thursday protest, initially planned to last 48 hours, was withdrawn one hour after its launch in the morning after senior officials assured the surrendered tribal extremists of holding a meeting with them on April 27.
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April - 21 
The counsel for the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leaders, Palleti Appa Rao has submitted a petition for the speedy trail in the Gunukurayi encounter case to the Judicial First Class Magistrate of Chintapalli J. Naga Seshaiah in Vishak
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The counsel for the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leaders, Palleti Appa Rao has submitted a petition for the speedy trail in the Gunukurayi encounter case to the Judicial First Class Magistrate of Chintapalli J. Naga Seshaiah in Vishakhapatnam District on April 21. During the course of arguments, the prosecution said that the four leaders Kobad Gandhy, N. Ravi Sharma, Prasad Singh and Amit Bagchi along with Chenda Bhushanam, who was recently arrested by the Odisha Police, would be produced in the court on April 27.
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April - 21 
The High Court (HC) in Cuttack District granted bail to top Maoist leader of Andhra Pradesh Sriramulu Srinivasulu, who is now lodged in Malkangiri jail for his alleged involvement in assaulting the State Police. The single judge Bench of Justice C. R
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The High Court (HC) in Cuttack District granted bail to top Maoist leader of Andhra Pradesh Sriramulu Srinivasulu, who is now lodged in Malkangiri jail for his alleged involvement in assaulting the State Police. The single judge Bench of Justice C. R. Dash granted bail to Sriramulu for a bail bond of INR 30,000 and two sureties of like amount. The HC however, has imposed some strict conditions on the release of the Maoist leader who was arrested in July 2007 from Bariguda forest in Kalimela area of Malkangiri District. The HC has asked Sriramulu to leave the State within 24 hours of his release and shall not enter into the State unless and until he is summoned by any court.
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April - 21 
The Hindu reports that the District Police recovered two landmines with about 50 kilograms of explosive materials planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres at two different places on the road connecting Kunduli and Deomali hi
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The Hindu reports that the District Police recovered two landmines with about 50 kilograms of explosive materials planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres at two different places on the road connecting Kunduli and Deomali hills in Koraput District on April 21. According to Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Soumendra Priyadarshi, South West range, these landmines were planted by the Maoists to block the Police Forces reaching the mountains last month when they had organised a meeting along with the Chasi Mulia Adivasi Sangh (CMAS) of Narayanpatna. The recovery included 180 gelatine sticks, four detonators and about 30 metres of wire. Looking at the amount of explosives recovered, Priyadarshi said that the landmine could have blown off a heavy vehicle with ease.
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April - 21 
The Hindu reports that three Left Wing Extremist (LWE) cadres of the Communist Party of India- Marxist-Leninist-Janashakti (CPI-ML-Janashakti) identified as ‘District committee member’ Rachapalli Anjaneyulu, S. Sundar Rao and B. Suresh were arrested
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The Hindu reports that three Left Wing Extremist (LWE) cadres of the Communist Party of India- Marxist-Leninist-Janashakti (CPI-ML-Janashakti) identified as ‘District committee member’ Rachapalli Anjaneyulu, S. Sundar Rao and B. Suresh were arrested by a Special Police party at a place somewhere between Pedagarlapadu and Takkellapadu villages in Guntur District on April 21. A pistol of Chinese make, three live cartridges and two ‘tapanchas' were seized from them. Superintendent of Police (SP) A. Ravichandra said, Anjaneyulu was a member of the Subhash Group of the CPI-ML Janashakti and was involved in several offences, including the murder of a forest guard. Anjaneyulu and his associates confessed that they were planning to eliminate N. Sankar of Gurazala whom they accused of being a Police informer.
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April - 21 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) on April 21 said that the peace process might be derailed, if the Government of India “forgot in what spirit the peace process was initiated” reports Nagaland Post. A Statement issued b
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) on April 21 said that the peace process might be derailed, if the Government of India “forgot in what spirit the peace process was initiated” reports Nagaland Post. A Statement issued by NSCN said that the Home Secretary of India, G. K Pillai “unexpectedly” started standing in the way with strange statement such as, “After a little bit of progress with the NSCN (I-M) from the present stage, we shall start talks with NSCN (K) including State Government fully in picture.” “It will be wise on the part of any authority not to exert beyond his authority and the government of India is expected to check such undue exercise of power before the peace process is endangered,” the statement added. The NSCN (I-M) said it took strong exception to the false allegation levelled against it by Union Ministry of Home Affairs of purportedly planning to assassinate S.C. Jamir. Maintaining that it has no such intention to harm S.C. Jamir, the NSCN (I-M) said the inputs reportedly received from “so-called reliable sources” derived from S.C. Jamir himself and his brother Sungit Jamir.
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April - 21 
The Paresh Barua-faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) re-organized its armed wing by dismantling its existing battalions and bringing all its cadres under the mobile military headquarters. The decision to re-organize the armed wing was t
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The Paresh Barua-faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) re-organized its armed wing by dismantling its existing battalions and bringing all its cadres under the mobile military headquarters. The decision to re-organize the armed wing was taken during a 10-day meeting, chaired by ‘commander-in-chief’ Paresh Barua, held from March 20 to 29 at the outfit’s mobile headquarters. The resolution was to come into effect from April 21.
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April - 21 
The people of Bherbheri village near the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border in Sonitpur District have formed a defence force on their own to tackle the militants, who swoop down from the hills in adjacent Arunachal Pradesh and indulge in rampant extortio
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The people of Bherbheri village near the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border in Sonitpur District have formed a defence force on their own to tackle the militants, who swoop down from the hills in adjacent Arunachal Pradesh and indulge in rampant extortion. At a recent meeting the villagers decided to stay alert and together in “times of trouble”. Sources said the Bodo militants have renewed their drive to distribute extortion notices to petty businessmen in several villages located along the border adjacent to the Sonai-Rupai and Chariduwar reserve forests areas.
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April - 21 
Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, reported to be aides of ‘zonal commander’ Kundan Pahan, surrendered before Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Praveen Kumar in Ranchi District on April 21, reports Telegraph. The surrender
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Three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, reported to be aides of ‘zonal commander’ Kundan Pahan, surrendered before Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Praveen Kumar in Ranchi District on April 21, reports Telegraph. The surrendered Maoists are identified as Arjun Mirdha (32) Ram Lohra (19) and Sukhram Singh Munda (18). Mirdha is a resident of Ramdera village while both Lohra and Munda were residents of Huanghatu village. Mirdha, is said to have joined the Maoist organisation in 2001, after being influenced by Maoist leader Nitin da. “Arjun Mirdha was also a member of the squad which had abducted and killed trader Mahesh Mahto and his brother at Sataki in Angara Police Station area in 2009,” SSP Kumar said. Prodded about the reasons to surrender, Mirdha said that he was disillusioned with the Maoist ideology. Further, the SSP added that of the other two, Ram Lohra joined the rebel faction in 2007 and was actively involved in organising guerrilla meetings in villages. “Lohra received arms training in Porahat and used to carry an SLR rifle with him. He is accused of attacking a Police team in Arki in 2009 and ambushing a Police camp in Baruhatu,” Kumar said. Sukhram Singh Munda, on the other hand, joined the Maoists in 2007 and was mainly engaged in arranging food for the squad members. Each of the surrendered Maoists were provided INR 50, 000 under the State Government’s surrender policy.
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April - 21 
Unidentified militants hurled grenades at two houses on April 21, including the house of Superintendent of Chandel District Hospital, Khagembam Radheshyam, in the Lilong Chajing area in Thoubal District, reports The Telegraph. Police later defused it
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Unidentified militants hurled grenades at two houses on April 21, including the house of Superintendent of Chandel District Hospital, Khagembam Radheshyam, in the Lilong Chajing area in Thoubal District, reports The Telegraph. Police later defused it. Sources revealed that some militants who claimed to be members of the Kangleipak Communist Party-Khaba Metei (KCP-KM) faction demanded payment of INR 1 Million from the official a few weeks ago. In another incident, the militants lobbed a powerful grenade at the house of upa adhyaksa (Deputy President) of Thoubal zila parishad (District Council), Phuritsabam Jiten, at his house at Thoubal.
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April - 21 
United National Liberation Front (UNLF) charged National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) Supremo Th Muivah of carrying out petty communal politics. He is being scorned by other communities for his narrow minded approach and has br
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United National Liberation Front (UNLF) charged National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) Supremo Th Muivah of carrying out petty communal politics. He is being scorned by other communities for his narrow minded approach and has brought nothing but sowed ill feelings among the residents of the state, a press release by Ksh Yoiheba, senior publicity office of the UNLF stated. Though the different approaches executed by Muivah to sow disharmony among the different communities including the Kuki and the Meetei have failed and this frustrates the NSCN (IM) leader.
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April - 21 
A bomb blast on the railway tracks between Shahdadpur and Lundo railway station damaged one feet piece of track suspending the traffic in the area, reports Dawn.
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A bomb blast on the railway tracks between Shahdadpur and Lundo railway station damaged one feet piece of track suspending the traffic in the area, reports Dawn.
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April - 21 
A landmine blast in the Rabi Canal area within the precincts of Sadar Levies Police Station of Naseerabad District killed a 12 year old boy, identified as Mahwar on April 21, reported Daily Times.
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A landmine blast in the Rabi Canal area within the precincts of Sadar Levies Police Station of Naseerabad District killed a 12 year old boy, identified as Mahwar on April 21, reported Daily Times.
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April - 21 
A Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) activist, identified as Noman Baig, was killed near his house in Rizwan Society, Gulshan-e-Iqbal within the limits of Sachal Police Station in Karachi by unknown armed assailants.
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A Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) activist, identified as Noman Baig, was killed near his house in Rizwan Society, Gulshan-e-Iqbal within the limits of Sachal Police Station in Karachi by unknown armed assailants.
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April - 21 
A shopkeeper was shot dead by unidentified armed assailants in the Bus Stop area of Panjgur District.
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A shopkeeper was shot dead by unidentified armed assailants in the Bus Stop area of Panjgur District.
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April - 21 
Around 23 terrorists, including some senior commanders of Mamoond tehsil (revenue unit) of Bajaur Agency, voluntarily surrendered to the Security Forces (SFs).
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Around 23 terrorists, including some senior commanders of Mamoond tehsil (revenue unit) of Bajaur Agency, voluntarily surrendered to the Security Forces (SFs).
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April - 21 
At least 18 people were killed and 41 sustained injuries in a powerful blast that ripped through Rami Club building near Ghaas Mandi area of Lyari locality in Karachi, the Provincial Capital of Sindh on April 21, reports The News.
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At least 18 people were killed and 41 sustained injuries in a powerful blast that ripped through Rami Club building near Ghaas Mandi area of Lyari locality in Karachi, the Provincial Capital of Sindh on April 21, reports The News.
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April - 21 
At least seven people were killed on April 22 (today) in a US drone attack that fired five missiles on a compound in Spinwam area of North Waziristan Agency, reported The News
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At least seven people were killed on April 22 (today) in a US drone attack that fired five missiles on a compound in Spinwam area of North Waziristan Agency, reported The News
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April - 21 
Five soldiers were killed and nine others wounded as fierce clashes erupted between Security Forces (SFs) and militants in Maskini area of Lower Dir District on April 21, reported Dawn. It was reported that 500 militants from across Afghan border att
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Five soldiers were killed and nine others wounded as fierce clashes erupted between Security Forces (SFs) and militants in Maskini area of Lower Dir District on April 21, reported Dawn. It was reported that 500 militants from across Afghan border attacked a security checkpost at Kharkai area killing one SF. After overrunning the Kharkai post, the militants went for a checkpost in Bosta area, killing four SFs, including naib subedar (trooper) Razi Mohammad, soldier Amjad, and two Police Constables Maheed and Azizullah.
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April - 21 
It was reported that the Army claimed to have cleared the Suran sector in Mohmand Agency of militants and initiated the consolidation phase II of ‘Operation Brekhna’ launched to clear Suran sector adjoining Afghanistan border.
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It was reported that the Army claimed to have cleared the Suran sector in Mohmand Agency of militants and initiated the consolidation phase II of ‘Operation Brekhna’ launched to clear Suran sector adjoining Afghanistan border.
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April - 21 
Militants beheaded a sympathiser, Niaz Badshah, of Adezai Qaumi Lashkar, which had been fighting against the TTP since 2008, and threw his body on the main Matani-Adezai Road in Peshawar.
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Militants beheaded a sympathiser, Niaz Badshah, of Adezai Qaumi Lashkar, which had been fighting against the TTP since 2008, and threw his body on the main Matani-Adezai Road in Peshawar.
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April - 21 
Pakistan’s Army Chief Ashfaq Kayani in response to the top US military officer’s accusation of April 20 that Pakistan’s main intelligence agency maintains ties with terrorists rejected as ‘negative propaganda’ the suggestion that it was not doing eno
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Pakistan’s Army Chief Ashfaq Kayani in response to the top US military officer’s accusation of April 20 that Pakistan’s main intelligence agency maintains ties with terrorists rejected as ‘negative propaganda’ the suggestion that it was not doing enough to combat al Qaeda and Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), reported Daily Times on April 22.
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April - 21 
Police claimed to have recovered huge cache of arms and ammunitions from two vehicles and arrested two drivers in the limits of Chamkani Police Station. The weapons recovered include 9,000 cartridges of 9mm and 40 repeaters, along with 11,000 cartrid
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Police claimed to have recovered huge cache of arms and ammunitions from two vehicles and arrested two drivers in the limits of Chamkani Police Station. The weapons recovered include 9,000 cartridges of 9mm and 40 repeaters, along with 11,000 cartridges, 20 repeaters and three pistols. The drivers of both the vehicles Sartaj Khan and Fahim were arrested on the spot for transporting the arms and ammunitions to Punjab.
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April - 21 
Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in Baizai District of Mohmand Agency on April 21 killed a truck driver and his helper for supplying cattle to Afghanistan, reports Daily Times. It was reported that around 20 terrorists armed with automatic weapons op
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Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in Baizai District of Mohmand Agency on April 21 killed a truck driver and his helper for supplying cattle to Afghanistan, reports Daily Times. It was reported that around 20 terrorists armed with automatic weapons opened fire on three trucks soon after they entered the Baizai District dropping supplies across the border in east Afghanistan.
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April - 21 
The bodies of eight abducted passengers who were abducted on March 26 were found in Shahidano Dhand area of lower Kurram Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), were handed to elders of Turi tribes reports Dawn.
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The bodies of eight abducted passengers who were abducted on March 26 were found in Shahidano Dhand area of lower Kurram Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), were handed to elders of Turi tribes reports Dawn.
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April - 21 
The death toll of the bomb blast that occurred on April 21 in Ghass Mandi rose to 19.
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The death toll of the bomb blast that occurred on April 21 in Ghass Mandi rose to 19.
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April - 21 
The United States (US) will provide Pakistan with 85 small ‘Raven’ drone aircraft, a US military official said on the condition of anonymity on April 21, reports Dawn,
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The United States (US) will provide Pakistan with 85 small ‘Raven’ drone aircraft, a US military official said on the condition of anonymity on April 21, reports Dawn,
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April - 21 
Two fishermen, Gulam Nabi and Muhammad Ali, were injured in a landmine explosion within the limits of Doda Tiba Police Station in Jaffarabad District.
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Two fishermen, Gulam Nabi and Muhammad Ali, were injured in a landmine explosion within the limits of Doda Tiba Police Station in Jaffarabad District.
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April - 21 
Two NATO oil tankers transporting fuel for NATO troops stationed in Afghanistan came under fire by unidentified gunmen on the National Highway in Dhaddar area of Bolan District. However, no casualty was reported in the incident.
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Two NATO oil tankers transporting fuel for NATO troops stationed in Afghanistan came under fire by unidentified gunmen on the National Highway in Dhaddar area of Bolan District. However, no casualty was reported in the incident.
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April - 21 
Unidentified armed militants shot dead three leaders of Jeay Sindh Muttahida Mehaz (JSMM) party at Bakhorri Mori area in Sanghar District, reported Daily Times. The dead were identified as Sirai Qurban Khuhawar, Rooplo Cholyani and Noorullah Tunio. J
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Unidentified armed militants shot dead three leaders of Jeay Sindh Muttahida Mehaz (JSMM) party at Bakhorri Mori area in Sanghar District, reported Daily Times. The dead were identified as Sirai Qurban Khuhawar, Rooplo Cholyani and Noorullah Tunio. JSMM Central Leader Hafeez Hakro alleged that the personnel of Law Enforcement Agencies were involved in both the incidents of killings, as the LEA accused JSMM of recent attacks on railways lines.
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April - 21 
Unidentified assailants killed a property dealer, identified as Arshid Kurd, in Balochi Street area of Quetta.
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Unidentified assailants killed a property dealer, identified as Arshid Kurd, in Balochi Street area of Quetta.
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April - 21 
Unidentified terrorists blew up a 4-inch diameter gas pipeline near Eastern Bypass, causing suspension of the gas supply to Rind Garh locality.
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Unidentified terrorists blew up a 4-inch diameter gas pipeline near Eastern Bypass, causing suspension of the gas supply to Rind Garh locality.
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April - 21 
US Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Mike Mullen told Pakistan Army Chief General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani that the US linked the halting of the drone campaign in the tribal belt on the condition that the Pakistan military will launch a full-scal
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US Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Mike Mullen told Pakistan Army Chief General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani that the US linked the halting of the drone campaign in the tribal belt on the condition that the Pakistan military will launch a full-scale operation against the influential Afghan terrorist outfit, the Haqqani network, based in North Waziristan Agency of federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), reported Express Tribune.
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April - 21 
According to a delayed report, Bibas Bidrohi, ‘chairperson’ of the Kirant Janawadi Workers’ Party (KJWP), died in course of a clash with locals at Pangcha Village Development Committee (VDC) of Bhojpur District on April 9, Police said on April 21, re
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According to a delayed report, Bibas Bidrohi, ‘chairperson’ of the Kirant Janawadi Workers’ Party (KJWP), died in course of a clash with locals at Pangcha Village Development Committee (VDC) of Bhojpur District on April 9, Police said on April 21, reported Himalayan Times. According to Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Nara Bahadur K.C., Bidrohi had drowned in the Dhudhkosi River in course of the clash. Police came to know about the death through the statement of Hansaraj Rai, one of the cadres of the underground outfit, whom locals had handed over to Police. However, ‘vice-chairperson’ of the outfit Mina Kiranti expressed ignorance about Bidrohi’s death.
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April - 21 
Kantipuronline, however, quoted locals saying that he was not killed by them rather he died after he jumped into the Dudhkoshi River. Locals claimed that the KJWP cadres had fired shots during the clash. Family members of Biswas have filed a complain
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Kantipuronline, however, quoted locals saying that he was not killed by them rather he died after he jumped into the Dudhkoshi River. Locals claimed that the KJWP cadres had fired shots during the clash. Family members of Biswas have filed a complaint at the National Human Rights Commission Regional office on April 17, urging to search for his body. Police said one Hansaraj Rai, an associate of Biswas, was arrested on April 9 and has been taken into custody at the District Police Office in Bhojpur. KJWP is accused of carrying out enforced "donation-drive", terrorizing the people. The outfit has allegedly stormed the Police Stations at Nunthala, Chisapani, Devisthan and Faktang, and robbed them of their arms and ammunitions.
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April - 21 
Nepali Congress (NC) Central Member Narayan Khadka has said that a Government under the leadership of Maoist Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal would be acceptable to his party if the party (UCPN-M) quit the “people’s revolt” and express commitment on the p
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Nepali Congress (NC) Central Member Narayan Khadka has said that a Government under the leadership of Maoist Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal would be acceptable to his party if the party (UCPN-M) quit the “people’s revolt” and express commitment on the peace and constitution writing processes. Khadka remarked that Dahal’s report that proposes putting aside the ‘people’s revolt’ strategy for now was a positive step. He added that if the UCPN-M Central Committee (CC) approved the report on halting the ‘people’s revolt’ then the NC would accept the Government under Dahal’s leadership. [Earlier, on April 20, stating that there is no such situation to implement the strategy of ‘people’s revolt,’ Chairman Dahal, in his political report tabled at the party’s politburo meeting, suggested prioritising the peace and constitution]. Khadka further clarified that NC would never join the Government led by Prime Minister Jhala Nath Khanal. “NC would not be joining the current Government unless the seven-point pact-signed between Maoist Chairman Dahal and his Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) Khanal-is torn in front of us,” he said.
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April - 21 
Terai Madhesh Democratic Party Chairman Mahanta Thakur said the country should go for fresh polls if the Constituent Assembly (CA) fails to deliver the constitution by May 28, reports Himalayan Times. Thakur said, ‘’The CA will lose its significance
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Terai Madhesh Democratic Party Chairman Mahanta Thakur said the country should go for fresh polls if the Constituent Assembly (CA) fails to deliver the constitution by May 28, reports Himalayan Times. Thakur said, ‘’The CA will lose its significance if it fails to promulgate the statute within the deadline. Going for fresh polls is the only option in such a scenario.’’ Thakur also expressed concern about proliferation of armed outfits in the Terai.
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April - 21 
The Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda on April 21 said consensus on all contentious issues surrounding the peace process and constitution drafting can be forged within a week, Kantipuronline re
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The Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda on April 21 said consensus on all contentious issues surrounding the peace process and constitution drafting can be forged within a week, Kantipuronline reported. Dahal said, “We will reach to a conclusion very soon to materialise people’s desire for peace and change. We are in a sensitive stage of peace and change. The remaining 35 days for the promulgation of the new constitution is more than enough. Forging consensus within seven days, all problems can be resolved.” The proposal of 14 states presented by the State Restructuring Committee can be reviewed and the number of states can be reduced, he said, adding that parties should make a common understanding for this.
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April - 21 
The Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M)-affiliated All Nepal Peasants’ Association-Revolutionary (ANPA-R) announced the seizure of a two-storey house and about seven hectares of land at Semalkhor in Kopawa VDC-1 of Kapilvastu District on
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The Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M)-affiliated All Nepal Peasants’ Association-Revolutionary (ANPA-R) announced the seizure of a two-storey house and about seven hectares of land at Semalkhor in Kopawa VDC-1 of Kapilvastu District on April 21. The ANPA-R activists seized the house and land belonging to Bijaya Kurmi, Kisan Kurmi and Dilip Kurmi. About 100 cadres led by ANPA-R ‘district leader’ Dabal Singh D. C. reached the area and announced the seizure by hoisting party flags. Anup Baral, the Maoist ‘district secretary’, said his party was not involved in the land seizure. “Maoists should not be drawn into the matter as it is a dispute between the landlords and the farmers,” he claimed. Administrative Officer Puran Giri said the local administration would release the land at the earliest if the action was proved. “The capture of the private land is a clear violation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement,” he said.
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April - 21 
Four JeI leaders, including Motiur Rahman Nizami, Ali Ahsan Mohammad Mojahid, Muhammad Kamaruzzaman and Abdul Quader Molla were brought to the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) on April 21 (today) in connection with WCs charges.
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Four JeI leaders, including Motiur Rahman Nizami, Ali Ahsan Mohammad Mojahid, Muhammad Kamaruzzaman and Abdul Quader Molla were brought to the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) on April 21 (today) in connection with WCs charges.
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April - 21 
Colombo Page reports that Sri Lankan External Affairs Minister Professor G L Peiris, on April 21 said that the Government strongly objected to the publication of the report of the UN Secretary General’s Panel of Experts on accountability in Sri Lanka
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Colombo Page reports that Sri Lankan External Affairs Minister Professor G L Peiris, on April 21 said that the Government strongly objected to the publication of the report of the UN Secretary General’s Panel of Experts on accountability in Sri Lanka and to the taking of measures based on the recommendations made by the said panel since the panel was not appointed by the UN system. He made this observation at a press conference held to express the Government’s stance in respect of the present situation springing from the report by the Advisory Committee appointed by the UN Secretary General to advise him on accountability issues in Sri Lanka.
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April - 21 
De-mining groups recovered 226 Anti Personnel Mines 9APMs, three Rocket Propeller Grenades (RPG) and one 40-mm grenade launcher bomb from Thammannakulam, Mahilankulam, Periyathampanai, Marathamadu and Kokkuthuduvai areas.
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De-mining groups recovered 226 Anti Personnel Mines 9APMs, three Rocket Propeller Grenades (RPG) and one 40-mm grenade launcher bomb from Thammannakulam, Mahilankulam, Periyathampanai, Marathamadu and Kokkuthuduvai areas.
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April - 21 
Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Periyamadu area in the north recovered one Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) made hand grenade on April 21.
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Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Periyamadu area in the north recovered one Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) made hand grenade on April 21.
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April - 21 
The Deputy Spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General, Farhan Haq at the daily press briefing in New York said that the UN intend to publish the report in full without any amendment by April 28
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The Deputy Spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General, Farhan Haq at the daily press briefing in New York said that the UN intend to publish the report in full without any amendment by April 28
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April - 22 
A team of Loran Police and Security Forces (SFs) recovered a cache of explosive material from Chikri Ban in Loran forests of Poonch District. A hideout of the militants was neutralised in the operation. Recoveries included one fuse, one rocket launch
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A team of Loran Police and Security Forces (SFs) recovered a cache of explosive material from Chikri Ban in Loran forests of Poonch District. A hideout of the militants was neutralised in the operation. Recoveries included one fuse, one rocket launcher shell, two Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), three AK magazines, five grenades of Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL), eight HE Chinese grenades, three fuses of detonators, three pistol magazines and 102 AK rounds.
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April - 22 
Following continuous attacks by militants on telecom towers and employees associated with the industry in Manipur, the telecom service of Airtel Company stopped its operations in the state, reports Truth Dive.
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Following continuous attacks by militants on telecom towers and employees associated with the industry in Manipur, the telecom service of Airtel Company stopped its operations in the state, reports Truth Dive.
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April - 22 
In a significant development, thirteen militants of the Black Widow (BW) on April 22 surrendered along with arms and ammunition before Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh, reports Truth Dive. In a formal ceremony at Manipur IGAR auditorium, BW, whose ar
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In a significant development, thirteen militants of the Black Widow (BW) on April 22 surrendered along with arms and ammunition before Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh, reports Truth Dive. In a formal ceremony at Manipur IGAR auditorium, BW, whose area of operation is mostly confined in Assam, laid down their arms and decided to return to the mainstream. They handed over one ak-47 rifle, two 9 mm SMC, one G-3 rifle, two lethod guns, and seven 9mm pistols.
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April - 22 
It has been revealed that Barkat Ali Dar, who was arrested for allegedly channeling or “promoting militancy” on April 21, in connection with hawala (illegal money transfer) money is the uncle of a Congress legislator, adds Indian Express.
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It has been revealed that Barkat Ali Dar, who was arrested for allegedly channeling or “promoting militancy” on April 21, in connection with hawala (illegal money transfer) money is the uncle of a Congress legislator, adds Indian Express.
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April - 22 
Kanglaonline reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested one Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) (Lamyanba Khuman) militant after a brief encounter at Nungpakthabi village under Sapermeina Police Station in Sadar Hill in Senapati District on April 22. T
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Kanglaonline reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested one Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) (Lamyanba Khuman) militant after a brief encounter at Nungpakthabi village under Sapermeina Police Station in Sadar Hill in Senapati District on April 22. The arrested militant was identified as Yumnam Surjit alias Abung (27). SFs recovered one AK-47 Rifles loaded with a magazine containing nine live rounds and 12 empty cases of AK ammunitions, one lethod gun and four live lethod shells and two fired empty cases of lethod shells along with two demand letters of the KCP(MC) Lamyanba Khuman from his possession.
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April - 22 
Police have arrested two police personnel, identified as Mahroof Ahmed, a Follower in Police Department and Parvez Ahmed, a Special Police Officer (SPO) with Commando Group, both residents of Mendhar, along with Liaquat Hussain of Balakot who is with
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Police have arrested two police personnel, identified as Mahroof Ahmed, a Follower in Police Department and Parvez Ahmed, a Special Police Officer (SPO) with Commando Group, both residents of Mendhar, along with Liaquat Hussain of Balakot who is with 156 Territorial Army (TA) as a jawan (trooper), for their involvement in militancy and recovered two Pakistan made pistols from their possession in Mendhar town of Poonch District on April 22, reports Daily Excelsior. The police and TA personnel were being quizzed to ascertain identity of the militants, who had been supplying weapons to them for further deliveries to their colleagues. Police suspected a link between recent recovery of pistols from Bhati Dhar forests in Poonch District and the pistols recovered from SPO and TA jawan as all of them were of same make. The Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Rajouri-Poonch Range stated that, "Definitely, the arrested policemen and TA jawan were involved in militancy. They were working for the militants, which is evident from the fact that they were in possession of Pakistan made pistols. We are subjecting the arrested persons to sustained questioning to ascertain the source of weapons.” A FIR No. 52/11 under Sections 7/25 Arms Act, 120-B and 122 Ranjit Penal Code (RPC) has been registered against the accused at Mendhar Police Station for further investigations.
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April - 22 
Sentinel reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested six militants with a hand-made pistol and three magazines from Bongaigaon-Chapaguri Road in front of Lower Assam Hospital in Bongaigaon District on April 22. The arrested militants were identified
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Sentinel reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested six militants with a hand-made pistol and three magazines from Bongaigaon-Chapaguri Road in front of Lower Assam Hospital in Bongaigaon District on April 22. The arrested militants were identified as Mahadev Das (20), Sanjib Dey (20), Sanath Saha (18), Goutam Mahanayak (29), Omar Ali (30) and Albus Salam (35).
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April - 22 
The extremist leader Swami Aseemanand, who is accused of masterminding bomb explosions in Ajmer Dargah, Mecca mosque, Malegaon and Samjhauta Express, told a trial court in Ajmer on April 22 that he was innocent and that probe agencies had extracted a
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The extremist leader Swami Aseemanand, who is accused of masterminding bomb explosions in Ajmer Dargah, Mecca mosque, Malegaon and Samjhauta Express, told a trial court in Ajmer on April 22 that he was innocent and that probe agencies had extracted a confession from him under duress, reports Times of India. “I am innocent and have done nothing wrong. They (probe agencies) forced me to confess and now I am putting the facts before the court to get justice," Aseemanand told reporters as he came out of the court. The Rajasthan Anti Terrorism Squad (ATS) had arrested Aseemanand on January 22, 2011.
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April - 22 
The Hindu reports that the Police arrested two persons identified as K. Sambaiah (45) and P. Prasad alias Babu (32) from Huzurabad Sub-Division in Karimnagar District on April 22. Sambaiah, a resident of Kazipet and Babu from Ramagundam mandal (admin
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The Hindu reports that the Police arrested two persons identified as K. Sambaiah (45) and P. Prasad alias Babu (32) from Huzurabad Sub-Division in Karimnagar District on April 22. Sambaiah, a resident of Kazipet and Babu from Ramagundam mandal (administrative unit) procured a tapancha and an air-pistol and started extortions pretending to be Naxalites [Left Wing Extremists], Superintendent of Police (SP) N. Shivashankar Reddy said. The Police recovered a tapancha, an air-pistol, a motorcycle and INR 3, 000 cash from their possession.
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April - 22 
The KCP (Maoist) in a press release on April 22 by the outfit’s publicity and propaganda assistant secretary Nonglen Meitei warned Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Lamshang W Brajabidhu, reports Kanglaonline. The outfit will take up action agains
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The KCP (Maoist) in a press release on April 22 by the outfit’s publicity and propaganda assistant secretary Nonglen Meitei warned Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Lamshang W Brajabidhu, reports Kanglaonline. The outfit will take up action against the MLA and his close workers as Brajabidhu in cahoot with SFs was trying to bring the important functionaries of the outfit to task, but the endeavor will prove fruitless as the outfit was having strict methods of operations.
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April - 22 
The North East Students’ Organization (NESO) demanded the Union Government to send an all-party delegation to the region to hold discussions with various groups and pave the way for repeal of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, reports Telegraph.
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The North East Students’ Organization (NESO) demanded the Union Government to send an all-party delegation to the region to hold discussions with various groups and pave the way for repeal of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, reports Telegraph. NESO ‘chairman’ Samujjal Bhattacharyya told reporters that the Union Government had shown great disrespect to the world’s longest hunger strike by neither repealing the act nor convincing her to withdraw the fast
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April - 22 
United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) talks, tentatively scheduled for the first week of May, are likely to be pushed back by a few more weeks as the Union Government’s condition that militants should deposit their weapons before a substantial dialo
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United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) talks, tentatively scheduled for the first week of May, are likely to be pushed back by a few more weeks as the Union Government’s condition that militants should deposit their weapons before a substantial dialogue remains unfulfilled, reports Telegraph. The weapons are reportedly in the possession of two of ULFA’s eight senior leaders but the outfit is undecided on whether it wants to double-lock the arms, that is keep it in joint custody with one set of keys remaining with the Government and the other with the militant outfit.
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April - 22 
A former cadre of Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP), identified as Mohammed Nadeem, was shot dead in Sharea Faisal near Star Gate, reported Daily Times.
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A former cadre of Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP), identified as Mohammed Nadeem, was shot dead in Sharea Faisal near Star Gate, reported Daily Times.
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April - 22 
A six-year-old girl was killed when a landmine planted by unidentified militants in front of her house exploded.
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A six-year-old girl was killed when a landmine planted by unidentified militants in front of her house exploded.
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April - 22 
An anti-terrorism court in Peshawar acquitted two persons charged in a bombing case that took place near Bara Qadeem checkpost in Peshawar which had left five persons dead and 20 others injured in 2010. The accused had allegedly remained missing for
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An anti-terrorism court in Peshawar acquitted two persons charged in a bombing case that took place near Bara Qadeem checkpost in Peshawar which had left five persons dead and 20 others injured in 2010. The accused had allegedly remained missing for several weeks and were finally charged in the present case registered at Sarbanda Police Station on March 11, 2010. The local police alleged that the accused belonged to a Bara (Khyber Agency of FATA) based outfit, Lashkar-e-Islam (LI), headed by Mangal Bagh.
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April - 22 
At least 63 militants laid down arms and surrendered to the Security Forces at a jirga (tribal council) at Dwaizai in Mohammad Agency. Sixty-two of them belonged to Dwaizai, Pandyali tehsil and one to Sagai area of Safi tehsil.
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At least 63 militants laid down arms and surrendered to the Security Forces at a jirga (tribal council) at Dwaizai in Mohammad Agency. Sixty-two of them belonged to Dwaizai, Pandyali tehsil and one to Sagai area of Safi tehsil.
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April - 22 
At least three persons, identified as Punhal, Abdul Majeed and Ismail, were injured in a landmine blast within the limits of Doda Khan Police Station in Jaffarabad District.
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At least three persons, identified as Punhal, Abdul Majeed and Ismail, were injured in a landmine blast within the limits of Doda Khan Police Station in Jaffarabad District.
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April - 22 
Bullet-riddled body of Muhammad Tariq was found from Suparco Road of Mawach Goth in the limits of Maripur Police Station in Karachi on April 22, reports Dawn.
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Bullet-riddled body of Muhammad Tariq was found from Suparco Road of Mawach Goth in the limits of Maripur Police Station in Karachi on April 22, reports Dawn.
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April - 22 
Federal Minister of Interior Rehman Malik on April 22 categorically stated that the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) was not involved in the Mumbai terror attack and maintained that Islamabad had no issues with New Delhi helping Afghanistan in its d
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Federal Minister of Interior Rehman Malik on April 22 categorically stated that the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) was not involved in the Mumbai terror attack and maintained that Islamabad had no issues with New Delhi helping Afghanistan in its development provided there was no presence of the Indian Army on that side of the Durand Line, reports The Hindu. Rehman Malik made these remarks while interacting with an Indian media delegation that is visiting the country on the invitation of the Pakistan Government. Replying to a host of questions, the Minister side-stepped controversial issues such as the alleged Indian hand behind the unrest in Balochistan and how the visa situation between the two countries had been complicated by India's insistence on having every application scrutinised by the Union Home Ministry.
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April - 22 
ISI ‘chief’ Lieutenant General Ahmed Shuja Pasha has made it to the list of Time magazine's 100 most influential people in the world along with dignitaries like United States President Barrack Obama and his Secretary Of State Hillary Clinton, reports
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ISI ‘chief’ Lieutenant General Ahmed Shuja Pasha has made it to the list of Time magazine's 100 most influential people in the world along with dignitaries like United States President Barrack Obama and his Secretary Of State Hillary Clinton, reports Times of India. Pasha's profile on the magazine's website was written by former CIA Director Michael Hayden, who described him as "a Pakistani patriot and American partner” trying to manage the difficult task of reconciling the two roles.
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April - 22 
Pakistan and the United States on April 22 voiced confidence in taking their strategic partnership forward even as Foreign Secretary Salman Bashir urged a review of the drone attacks strategy in pursuit of militants who may be hiding on Pakistani sid
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Pakistan and the United States on April 22 voiced confidence in taking their strategic partnership forward even as Foreign Secretary Salman Bashir urged a review of the drone attacks strategy in pursuit of militants who may be hiding on Pakistani side of the Afghanistan border, reports Daily Times. In a joint media appearance with the US Special Representative for Pakistan and Afghanistan, Ambassador Marc Grossman, the top Pakistani career diplomat described talks in the steering group as ‘cordial, constructive and engaging,’ during which the two sides reaffirmed their commitment to an enduring partnership. “Pakistan values its relations with the United States- we had satisfying discussions. We have agreed to give a new momentum to relations in the coming weeks with the visit of Ambassador Grossman to Pakistan next week and possibly Secretary Hillary Clinton’s visit in May for the next round of strategic dialogue,” Bashir added. Grossman, for his part, reiterated Washington’s resolve to pursuing a long-term relationship with Pakistan. Bashir, responding to a question, said there were certain issues on which Pakistan’s position was very clear.
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April - 22 
The death toll of Security Forces personnel in the militants attack on a security checkpost in Maskini area of Lower Dir District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa increased to 16, reports Dawn. Earlier Dawn reported that five soldiers were killed and nine other
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The death toll of Security Forces personnel in the militants attack on a security checkpost in Maskini area of Lower Dir District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa increased to 16, reports Dawn. Earlier Dawn reported that five soldiers were killed and nine others injured. According to security officials, 11 personnel of Dir Scouts, three of police force and two of Dir Levies were killed in the pre-dawn attack by a group of 500 militants from Kunar across the Durand Line on a hilltop post in Kharkai area of Maskini. Some 20 militants were also killed in the clash, security officials added. Officials said three local Policemen were missing after the incident.
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April - 22 
The latest report put the death toll to 25 in the US drone attack on a compound owned by a tribesman, Gul Sharif Wazir, in Yazz Khula village of Spinwam area in North Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 22, report
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The latest report put the death toll to 25 in the US drone attack on a compound owned by a tribesman, Gul Sharif Wazir, in Yazz Khula village of Spinwam area in North Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 22, reports Dawn. Earlier The News reported that seven people were killed. Out of 25 persons, 18 were militants and seven were civilians. According to local people, four children and three women were among those killed. Official sources said that two missiles were fired at a Hujra (guest house) where a group of ‘armed guests’ was staying. A vehicle parked in the compound was damaged in the attack. Two more missiles were fired at a room in the family portion, killing the women and children. Five people were injured in the attack.
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April - 22 
The Peshawar High Court dismissed bail petition of a suspected militant charged in a case of an ambush on the SFs on July 16, 2009, at Peuchar area in Swat which had resulted in killing of eight soldiers. The accused-petitioner, Wali Muhammad, was ar
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The Peshawar High Court dismissed bail petition of a suspected militant charged in a case of an ambush on the SFs on July 16, 2009, at Peuchar area in Swat which had resulted in killing of eight soldiers. The accused-petitioner, Wali Muhammad, was arrested on February 26, 2011, by the personnel of Mathra Police Station. The Police alleged that they had raided his residence and had recovered 23 kilogrammes explosive material from his possession.
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April - 22 
The Tehreek-e-Taliban (TTP) militants abducted a pro-government tribal elder Malak Sher Khan alias Sheray from his house in Gakizai area of Lakkaro tehsil (revenue unit) in Mohammad Agency. Later, his body was found in the area. The TTP Mohmand chapt
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The Tehreek-e-Taliban (TTP) militants abducted a pro-government tribal elder Malak Sher Khan alias Sheray from his house in Gakizai area of Lakkaro tehsil (revenue unit) in Mohammad Agency. Later, his body was found in the area. The TTP Mohmand chapter ‘spokesman’ Sajjad Mohmand told reporters that they had killed him for having close links with political authorities. He said the man was going to head a tribal lashkar (tribal militia) against TTP.
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April - 22 
Two separate attacks, one near the Eastern Bypass area of Quetta and another in the sub-tehsil (revenue unit) Baghbana of Khuzdar District, killed two NATO drivers, identified as Khayal Muhammad and Sahib Dad, carrying supply for forces stationed in
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Two separate attacks, one near the Eastern Bypass area of Quetta and another in the sub-tehsil (revenue unit) Baghbana of Khuzdar District, killed two NATO drivers, identified as Khayal Muhammad and Sahib Dad, carrying supply for forces stationed in Afghanistan on April 22, reports Daily Times.
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April - 22 
Unidentified assailants hurled a hand grenade at the house of a businessman in the limits of Defence Police Station on Tariq Road market. However, no causality occurred in the attack.
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Unidentified assailants hurled a hand grenade at the house of a businessman in the limits of Defence Police Station on Tariq Road market. However, no causality occurred in the attack.
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April - 22 
Prime Minister Jhala Nath Khanal said that the Government will soon take a firm step to pilot the peace process to a logical end. Prime Minister Khanal also said that a preliminary draft of a new constitution will be prepared by May 28, the deadline
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Prime Minister Jhala Nath Khanal said that the Government will soon take a firm step to pilot the peace process to a logical end. Prime Minister Khanal also said that a preliminary draft of a new constitution will be prepared by May 28, the deadline to promulgate a new full-fledged statute. He claimed the seven-point deal penetrated month-long political deadlock.
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April - 22 
The Madhesh Mukti Tigers (MMT) ‘district in-charge’ Mahesh Chaurasia and Anupam Dev were arrested by the Police in Morang District on April 22, reports Kantipuronline. From the residence of Chaurasia at Biratnagar-15, Police found three time bombs, a
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The Madhesh Mukti Tigers (MMT) ‘district in-charge’ Mahesh Chaurasia and Anupam Dev were arrested by the Police in Morang District on April 22, reports Kantipuronline. From the residence of Chaurasia at Biratnagar-15, Police found three time bombs, a detonator, pressure cooker, fabric bottle, letter-pad of Madhesh Mukti Tiger, donation receipt and diaries. According to Deputy Superintendent of Police Sahakul Bahadur Thapa, the other cadres of the outfit, that had been threatening people over telephone, have also been identified.
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April - 22 
De-mining groups recovered 246 APMs, two RPG bombs, 13 electric mines and two anti tank mines from Mahilankulam, Periyathampanai, Marathamadu and Kokkutuduvai areas. In the East troops recovered one 60-mm High Explosive (HE) bomb, one 60-mm mortar bo
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De-mining groups recovered 246 APMs, two RPG bombs, 13 electric mines and two anti tank mines from Mahilankulam, Periyathampanai, Marathamadu and Kokkutuduvai areas. In the East troops recovered one 60-mm High Explosive (HE) bomb, one 60-mm mortar bomb and three APMs from Komari, Mawadivembu, Kokkadicholai and Pump House Camp areas in Batticaloa District.
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April - 22 
Navy troops in the East recovered six T-56 weapons, 20 T-56 magazines, one T-81 weapon, five T-81 magazines, one 40-mm grenade launcher, 56 40-mm grenade launcher bombs, six hand sets, one I-com set with antenna, three handset antennas, one claymore
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Navy troops in the East recovered six T-56 weapons, 20 T-56 magazines, one T-81 weapon, five T-81 magazines, one 40-mm grenade launcher, 56 40-mm grenade launcher bombs, six hand sets, one I-com set with antenna, three handset antennas, one claymore blasting device, 1500 rounds of Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG) ammunition, 1100 rounds of M-16 ammunition, 1500 rounds of T-56 ammunition and 163 rounds of 9-mm pistol ammunition from Madurankulam area.
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April - 22 
Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Periyakulam, Omanthai, Monarawewa and Kokkutuduvai areas in the North recovered one Rocket Propeller Grenade (RPG), 28 Anti Personnel Mines (APMs), one anti tank mine, one 85-
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Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Periyakulam, Omanthai, Monarawewa and Kokkutuduvai areas in the North recovered one Rocket Propeller Grenade (RPG), 28 Anti Personnel Mines (APMs), one anti tank mine, one 85-mm pounder bomb, one 60-mm mortar bomb and three 81-mm mortar bombs on April 22.
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April - 22 
Sri Lanka's main opposition, United National Party (UNP), on April 22 suggested the Government to empower the Lessons Learnt and Reconciliation Commission (LLRC) to inquire into war crimes allegations mentioned in the report prepared by the Panel of
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Sri Lanka's main opposition, United National Party (UNP), on April 22 suggested the Government to empower the Lessons Learnt and Reconciliation Commission (LLRC) to inquire into war crimes allegations mentioned in the report prepared by the Panel of Experts appointed by United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, reports Colombo Page. UNP parliamentarian Lakshman Kiriella told a Sinhala newspaper that the Government needed to take steps to safeguard the Country's dignity and good name.
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April - 22 
The opposition leader of India's Tamil Nadu Government and AIADMK chief J. Jayalalitha demanded the Indian government to take immediate measures to bring Sri Lankan President and his military to trial at the International Court for alleged war crimes
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The opposition leader of India's Tamil Nadu Government and AIADMK chief J. Jayalalitha demanded the Indian government to take immediate measures to bring Sri Lankan President and his military to trial at the International Court for alleged war crimes, PTI reported on April 23.In a statement, Jayalalitha, quoting the leaked report of the UN Expert Panel, said that the report was very clear and listed out the war crimes of the Sri Lankan Government.
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April - 23 
An Army trooper was killed in an encounter with militants inside a natural cave at village Hajiwari in Lani in upper reaches of Gool in Ramban late in the night of April 23. The militants managed to escape from the hideout.
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An Army trooper was killed in an encounter with militants inside a natural cave at village Hajiwari in Lani in upper reaches of Gool in Ramban late in the night of April 23. The militants managed to escape from the hideout.
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April - 23 
IANS reports that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres have called for bandh (general shut down) in the State on today [April 23], to protest against the ongoing demolition drive in the State. In the last one-and-half months, more
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IANS reports that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres have called for bandh (general shut down) in the State on today [April 23], to protest against the ongoing demolition drive in the State. In the last one-and-half months, more than 4,600 illegal structures have been demolished in the State, affecting more than 100,000 people. In the next two to three weeks, the ongoing drive, on the directive of the Jharkhand High Court, could render more than 500,000 people homeless. The Maoists have termed the demolition drive as against the poor people, alleging that it is going to help the capitalist class. “All the District Police Chiefs have been alerted in light of the Maoist shutdown called on Saturday [April 23],” a Police spokesman said. Security of railway tracks, important Government buildings and other key installations has also been beefed up.
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April - 23 
Infiltration attempt of the militants, aided and abetted by Pakistan Army, was made in Banbat area of Poonch sector in the same night. However, the troops thwarted both the intrusion bids.
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Infiltration attempt of the militants, aided and abetted by Pakistan Army, was made in Banbat area of Poonch sector in the same night. However, the troops thwarted both the intrusion bids.
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April - 23 
Kanglaonline reports that Security Forces (SFs) have arrested four cadres of the GS faction of proscribed People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) from different counter insurgency operations on April 23. Two cadres of the outfit, identifi
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Kanglaonline reports that Security Forces (SFs) have arrested four cadres of the GS faction of proscribed People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) from different counter insurgency operations on April 23. Two cadres of the outfit, identified as one Sarungbam Thoiba alias Ingocha (27) and Haowaibam Somendro Singh (46), were arrested from Imphal river bank of Samurou Bazaar in Imphal West District. They joined the outfit through one Binoy alias Tony alias Ahendha of PREPAK and worked under one ‘commander’ Thoi.
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April - 23 
Pakistan Army resorted to cease-fire violation at Durga Ban area of Poonch sector late in the night of April 23 by resorting to firing on forward Indian positions to facilitate infiltration by the militants.
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Pakistan Army resorted to cease-fire violation at Durga Ban area of Poonch sector late in the night of April 23 by resorting to firing on forward Indian positions to facilitate infiltration by the militants.
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April - 23 
PTI reports that three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres , including a 15-year-old boy, involved in offences like attack on Security Forces (SFs) and abduction surrendered before the Police in Jajpur District on April 23. The Maoist
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PTI reports that three Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres , including a 15-year-old boy, involved in offences like attack on Security Forces (SFs) and abduction surrendered before the Police in Jajpur District on April 23. The Maoists were identified as Harish Badra (15), Laba Badra (23) of Baligotha village in Jajpur and Banamali Jerai (48) of Jamabahali village in Keonjhar District, Jajpur Superintendent of Police (SP) D S Kuttey said.
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April - 23 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested a United Democratic Left Front (UDLF) militant, identified as Narender Reang (25), along with one German made point 22 pistol and four live rounds from Nibiachara, Karimganj District on April 23, reports Sentinel. The
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested a United Democratic Left Front (UDLF) militant, identified as Narender Reang (25), along with one German made point 22 pistol and four live rounds from Nibiachara, Karimganj District on April 23, reports Sentinel. The militant is suspected to be involved in abduction of a boy named Abdul Jalil Laskar (14) from Hailakandi District on October 18, 2010.
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April - 23 
Telegraph reports that three cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were arrested during a search operation by Security Forces (SFs) from Bhushudih village under Tamar Police Station area in Ranchi District on April 23. The Police
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Telegraph reports that three cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were arrested during a search operation by Security Forces (SFs) from Bhushudih village under Tamar Police Station area in Ranchi District on April 23. The Police also recovered two claymore landmines from them. The three Maoist cadres, identified as Nandlal Lohra and Manoj Lohra of Sosokutti village and Bablu Munda of Nembo village, are associated with ‘Zonal commander’ Kundan Pahan, who is known as the ‘Veerapan of Jharkhand.’
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April - 23 
the Assam Government on April 23 sought extension of ban on the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) for two more years, saying the outfit has not shun violence in the state, reports CNN-IBN. Evidences of NDFB sponsored violence in Kamrup and
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the Assam Government on April 23 sought extension of ban on the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) for two more years, saying the outfit has not shun violence in the state, reports CNN-IBN. Evidences of NDFB sponsored violence in Kamrup and Sonitpur Districts were produced by Assam Government representatives to the Unlawful Activities Prevention Tribunal, headed by Justice P K Bhasin, during a hearing.
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April - 23 
The bandh (general shut down) called by the Maoists to protest the anti-encroachment drive, evoked a mixed response in Bokaro. While it failed in and around the steel city, including Chas, Chandankyari, Chandrapura and Jaina More, the bandh had impac
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The bandh (general shut down) called by the Maoists to protest the anti-encroachment drive, evoked a mixed response in Bokaro. While it failed in and around the steel city, including Chas, Chandankyari, Chandrapura and Jaina More, the bandh had impacted Bermo sub-division, especially Nawadih and Gomia blocks. Posters supporting the Maoists were found on walls in Jarangdih, 55 kilometres from Bokaro steel city, which were later removed by SFs.
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April - 23 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has called a 48-hour bandh (shut down) in West Bengal, Jharkhand and Orissa from April 26 demanding that four of its cadres recently arrested be produced in the court immediately, reports The Hindu. Th
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has called a 48-hour bandh (shut down) in West Bengal, Jharkhand and Orissa from April 26 demanding that four of its cadres recently arrested be produced in the court immediately, reports The Hindu. The Maoist cadres were arrested in West Bengal's West Midnapore District last week. Meanwhile, the indefinite blockade, called by the Maoist-backed Peoples’ Committee against Police Atrocities (PCPA) in the Districts of West Midnapore, Bankura and Purulia in West Bengal entered its second day on April 23.
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April - 23 
A person was killed while another sustained injuries in a landmine explosion in Dera Murad Jamali of Nasirabad District in Balochistan on April 23, reports Daily Times.
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A person was killed while another sustained injuries in a landmine explosion in Dera Murad Jamali of Nasirabad District in Balochistan on April 23, reports Daily Times.
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April - 23 
A suicide bomber struck the vehicle of an anti-Taliban militia leader killing him and four others in Salarzai area, 65 kilometres (40 miles) northeast of Khar, the main town of Bajaur Agency. Malik Manasib Khan was the chief of Salarzai tribe, which
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A suicide bomber struck the vehicle of an anti-Taliban militia leader killing him and four others in Salarzai area, 65 kilometres (40 miles) northeast of Khar, the main town of Bajaur Agency. Malik Manasib Khan was the chief of Salarzai tribe, which had raised a village force and expelled Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants from their area.
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April - 23 
An eight-year-old child was killed and another person was injured when a remote-controlled bomb went off in the guesthouse of a former head of a peace committee in Shahoowam area of Hangu District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on April 23, according
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An eight-year-old child was killed and another person was injured when a remote-controlled bomb went off in the guesthouse of a former head of a peace committee in Shahoowam area of Hangu District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on April 23, according to Daily Times. The explosion also severely damaged the guesthouse building. According to Station House Officer (SHO), Islam Din, unidentified militants had planted a remote-controlled bomb in the guesthouse of Hafiz Sakhiur Rehman, a surrendered former militant who was supporting the Security Forces (SFs) in their fight against the militants.
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April - 23 
Anti-drone rally organised by Tehreek-e-Insaf (Movement for Justice) activists halted NATO supply shipments to Afghanistan on April 23 after thousands of protesters rallied on the main road to the border to demand Washington stop firing missiles agai
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Anti-drone rally organised by Tehreek-e-Insaf (Movement for Justice) activists halted NATO supply shipments to Afghanistan on April 23 after thousands of protesters rallied on the main road to the border to demand Washington stop firing missiles against militants sheltering inside the country, reports Dawn. Police officer Khurshid Khan said supplies had been stopped until April 25 mornings because of the protest. The demonstration was held by the political party of Imran Khan, a former captain of Pakistan’s cricket team. He has called for peace talks with the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and has long opposed the drone strikes in the border region.
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April - 23 
Security Forces (SFs) killed six militants and neutralised two hideouts in Khadezai area of Orakzai Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 23, reports Dawn. Landmines and explosives were also recovered, Officials added.
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Security Forces (SFs) killed six militants and neutralised two hideouts in Khadezai area of Orakzai Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 23, reports Dawn. Landmines and explosives were also recovered, Officials added.
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April - 23 
The Army had broken the back of militants linked to al Qaeda and Taliban and the nation will soon prevail over this menace, the Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) General Ashfaq Kayani said in a speech on April 23 that followed criticism from the United Stat
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The Army had broken the back of militants linked to al Qaeda and Taliban and the nation will soon prevail over this menace, the Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) General Ashfaq Kayani said in a speech on April 23 that followed criticism from the United States that it wasn’t doing enough to fight militancy, reports Daily Times. “In war against terrorism, our officers and soldiers have made great sacrifices and have achieved tremendous success,” he said in a speech to army cadets at Kakul military academy, north of Islamabad. “The terrorists’ backbone has been broken and (God willing) we will soon prevail”. Washington, struggling to put down a 10-year insurgency in Afghanistan, said this month that Pakistan lacked a robust plan to defeat militants, and its intelligence agents were maintaining links with Afghan Taliban militants.
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April - 23 
Times of India reports that Federal Minister of Interior Rehman Malik, on April 23 said that Pakistani investigators had collected enough evidence against the masterminds of the Mumbai terror attacks (November 26,2008, also known as 26/11) and that
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Times of India reports that Federal Minister of Interior Rehman Malik, on April 23 said that Pakistani investigators had collected enough evidence against the masterminds of the Mumbai terror attacks (November 26,2008, also known as 26/11) and that he was confident that the courts would convict them. "We have enough evidence and I am quite hopeful that they will be convicted. But if I say some thing much, that means I'm overstepping my position because the matter has to be decided by the court," Malik told CNN-IBN channel in an interview.
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April - 23 
Minister for Peace and Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) leader Barshaman Pun ‘Ananta’ on April 23 warned that his party will launch another movement if the Constituent Assembly (CA) fails to promulgate the constitution within the May
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Minister for Peace and Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) leader Barshaman Pun ‘Ananta’ on April 23 warned that his party will launch another movement if the Constituent Assembly (CA) fails to promulgate the constitution within the May 28 deadline, reports Himalayan Times. Pun said, “People will hit the streets if the country does not get the constitution on time. In such a case, we will lead the movement.” Pun, nonetheless, said promulgating the statute by May 28 is very much possible, provided the parties forge consensus. Describing the CA as the ‘brainchild’ of the Maoist party, Pun said his party is ready to do every bit to safeguard it.
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April - 23 
Three Policemen were injured when over 200 cadres of Khumbuwan Mukti Morcha (KMM) on April 23 attacked a Police post in the Belbari area of Morang District demanding release of their fellow cadres, Nepal News reports. They had gone to release their
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Three Policemen were injured when over 200 cadres of Khumbuwan Mukti Morcha (KMM) on April 23 attacked a Police post in the Belbari area of Morang District demanding release of their fellow cadres, Nepal News reports. They had gone to release their fellow cadres – Susan Limbu, Arjun Dhimal and Suman Dhimal – who were arrested on April 22 from Jedaha. Limbu and Dhimal were arrested from on charges of attacking the Police van and involving in a fight. KMM is an underground armed outfit, which has been claiming to be fighting for securing the rights of Khumbu region.
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April - 24 
A militant, identified as Nissar Ahmad Wani, was arrested by Police at Sumbal in Bandipora District along with a pistol with magazine and seven rounds on April 24.
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A militant, identified as Nissar Ahmad Wani, was arrested by Police at Sumbal in Bandipora District along with a pistol with magazine and seven rounds on April 24.
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April - 24 
Airtel denied that it stopped its operations in Manipur following continuous attacks by militants on telecom towers and employees associated with the industry, reports Yahoo news. "Airtel services in Manipur continue to work as usual, allowing our cu
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Airtel denied that it stopped its operations in Manipur following continuous attacks by militants on telecom towers and employees associated with the industry, reports Yahoo news. "Airtel services in Manipur continue to work as usual, allowing our customers to stay connected with friends and family," an Airtel spokesperson said. Earlier, it was reported that unidentified militants had torched an Airtel tower at the Langol game village in Imphal. There are five telecom companies operating in the region. They are BSNL, Airtel, Aircel, Vodafone, Reliance and Tata Indicom. In 2010 militants destroyed 10 BTS towers whereas 17 towers in 2009. In February 2010, the proscribed Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) issued a warning that all the mobile companies were banned in Manipur. In the past four months, the Police have registered nearly six cases of attacks on telecom employees. But till now no arrests have been made.
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April - 24 
Another two cadres of the outfit, identified as one Urikhingbam Chaoba Singh (47) and Alungshi Binoy alias Tony (27), were arrested from the house of one Urikhingbam Chaoba of Chajing Karam Mamang Leikai. They were assigned to extort money from gener
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Another two cadres of the outfit, identified as one Urikhingbam Chaoba Singh (47) and Alungshi Binoy alias Tony (27), were arrested from the house of one Urikhingbam Chaoba of Chajing Karam Mamang Leikai. They were assigned to extort money from general public, Government officials, laying of ambush and planting of bomb at Lilong area in connection with the visit of Very Important Persons (VIP’s) and SFs during observation of Khongjom day (battle of Anglo-Manipuri War of 1891 that brought Manipur under the effective control of British Indian Empire). One hand grenade with two detonators was seized from the possession of Alungshi Binoy alias Tony.
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April - 24 
Assam Tribune reports that the Government of India initiated a series of mega plans for increasing vigil along the 4,095 kilometres international border with Bangladesh, which include raising of new battalions of the Border Security Force (BSF), crea
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Assam Tribune reports that the Government of India initiated a series of mega plans for increasing vigil along the 4,095 kilometres international border with Bangladesh, which include raising of new battalions of the Border Security Force (BSF), creation of helicopter bases, creation of new frontier headquarters of the border guarding force, etc. The Inspector General (Operations) of the BSF, H Desai said that the process of raising 16 new battalions of the border guarding force has started and the new additions to the force would be used exclusively for increasing vigil along the international border with Bangladesh. He said that the process of raising of the new battalions is likely to be completed by the end of this year. Desai, who is holding additional charge of IG, Assam-Meghalaya frontier, said that the new battalions would be deployed in the vulnerable patches along the international border, including the riverine border areas. He said that the riverine international border in West Bengal, Assam, Mizoram and Tripura are considered most vulnerable and the other vulnerable patches along the border have also been identified for deployment of the forces to improve border management.
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April - 24 
Bokaro Police arrested Rameshwar Manjhi alias Mangra (39), a Maoist sub-zonal ‘commander’, from Bhavani forests in Nawadih block in Bokaro District on April 24, reports Telegraph. Mangra hails from Chandankurwa village of Nimiaghat in Giridih Distric
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Bokaro Police arrested Rameshwar Manjhi alias Mangra (39), a Maoist sub-zonal ‘commander’, from Bhavani forests in Nawadih block in Bokaro District on April 24, reports Telegraph. Mangra hails from Chandankurwa village of Nimiaghat in Giridih District and had joined the Maoists in 1990, when he was only 18 years old. He has served in various posts since then and was currently a sub-zonal commander, who had specialised in levy collection in Parasnath, Nimiaghat, Nawadih and their adjoining areas. More than half a dozen cases, including killing of Policemen, abduction, arms loot and planting explosives to blow up community halls and schools, are lodged against him. He was also jailed in 1994 for abducting a junior engineer in 1991. Bokaro Superintendent of Police (SP) Saket Singh said Mangra was named accused in a Maoist attack on a Police team at Kharki forest near Nimiaghat in 2004. Three Policemen were shot dead and six rifles were looted in that incident. In May 2003, he had also snatched away rifles from personnel of the Chandrapura Railway Protection Force (RPF) and later in 2009, Mangra blew up a community hall in Nawadih, the SP added.
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April - 24 
Custom officials recovered FICN worth 2 lakh from a goods train, which runs between India and Pakistan for trade activities, adds Daily Excelsior. The recovery was made at Attari railway station located close to Pakistan, custom officials said. FICN
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Custom officials recovered FICN worth 2 lakh from a goods train, which runs between India and Pakistan for trade activities, adds Daily Excelsior. The recovery was made at Attari railway station located close to Pakistan, custom officials said. FICN was dispatched from Pakistan while concealing it in the cavity of train and was supposed to be retrieved by someone.
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April - 24 
Militants shot dead a resident of Rafiabad area in Kreeri area of Baramulla District in the evening of April 24. The victim was identified as Mohammad Ashraf Lone.
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Militants shot dead a resident of Rafiabad area in Kreeri area of Baramulla District in the evening of April 24. The victim was identified as Mohammad Ashraf Lone.
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April - 24 
Most of the non-Garo Government employees working in Garo Hills have been abstaining from their duties due to fear of GNLA militants, who have served demand notes to them asking for up to INR three million. The GNLA has demanded the money as "donatio
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Most of the non-Garo Government employees working in Garo Hills have been abstaining from their duties due to fear of GNLA militants, who have served demand notes to them asking for up to INR three million. The GNLA has demanded the money as "donation for the interest and upliftment of the Garo people of Garo Land and for making use of the resources of Garo Hills."
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April - 24 
Orissadiary.com reports that a woman Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre identified as Gajla (20) was killed in an encounter with the Security Forces (SFs) in Malkangiri District on April 24. Acting on a tip-off, troopers of the elite
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Orissadiary.com reports that a woman Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre identified as Gajla (20) was killed in an encounter with the Security Forces (SFs) in Malkangiri District on April 24. Acting on a tip-off, troopers of the elite anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism] Special Operation Group (SOG) and the District Volunteer Force (DVF) arrived at the Tentulipadar village and raided Nakamamudi forest under Chitrakonda Police limits and were challenged by the Maoists camped there. “The force retaliated after the Maoists fired at them,” Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Soumendra Priyadarshi, said. After an hour long exchange of fire between both the sides, the Police were able to kill the woman cadre on the spot, while the rest of the Maoists managed to escape from the site. Huge cache of arms & ammunitions including one .303 rifle, a .12 gun, SBML gun, one live landmine, several hand-grenades, country made gun, claymore mines, a DVD player, tape-recorders, a bag of Maoist literatures and 16 pairs of dress were recovered from the encounter site, the Police said. Gajla is believed to be from neighbouring Andhra Pradesh.
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April - 24 
Police detained two more persons, including a woman Special Police Officer (SPO), for their links with the militants and reported assistance in smuggling of weapons from across the Line of Control (LoC) in Mendhar sector of Poonch District. The woman
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Police detained two more persons, including a woman Special Police Officer (SPO), for their links with the militants and reported assistance in smuggling of weapons from across the Line of Control (LoC) in Mendhar sector of Poonch District. The woman SPO, who has been taken into custody for questioning, has been identified as Safeda Bi wife of Mehmood Ahmed, a resident of Dera Dabsi in Mendhar. Mehmood has also been detained. With this, total number of arrests in the arms racket has gone up to five. The racket surfaced when Police, as reported earlier, arrested a Follower with Police, a SPO and a Territorial Army trooper along with two Pakistan made pistols at Mendhar in the night of April 21.
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April - 24 
Police on April 24 arrested five persons and seized fake Indian currency notes (FICN) worth INR 9.54 lakh from their possession, reports Times of India. Acting on a tip-off, two Police parties laid special barricades near Arif Ke village under Mallan
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Police on April 24 arrested five persons and seized fake Indian currency notes (FICN) worth INR 9.54 lakh from their possession, reports Times of India. Acting on a tip-off, two Police parties laid special barricades near Arif Ke village under Mallanwala Police Station and conducted a special search of vehicles. During this search, they recovered FICN worth INR 1.45 lakh from three motorcyclists. In a separate case, Police set up a barricade near Arif Ke village when they arrested two motorcycle-borne youths while the third managed to escape. They were found carrying fake FICN worth INR 8.09 lakh in a bag.
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April - 24 
Security Forces (SFs) shot dead two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants, including Mohammad Aiyaz Malik alias Abu Moosa, a ‘divisional commander’ of the outfit who had been operating in Banihal, Gool and other parts of Ramban District for past more than
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Security Forces (SFs) shot dead two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants, including Mohammad Aiyaz Malik alias Abu Moosa, a ‘divisional commander’ of the outfit who had been operating in Banihal, Gool and other parts of Ramban District for past more than 15 years, reports Daily Excelsior. An intercept of a Pakistani militant, Mehmoodi, presently operating from Muzaffarabad in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) and his conversation with Abu Moosa on April 23 gave the SFs clues about the location of the militant leading to his killing along with his associate. According to Inspector General of Police (Jammu) Dilbagh Singh SFs launched operation along Dandi Nullah (stream) in Aakhran belt of Banihal in Ramban District in the night after developing specific inputs about movement of Moosa and his associate Zulqarnain in the area. However, the encounter started in the morning of April 24, in which both the militants were killed. Zulqarnain, who had operated as bodyguard of Abu Moosa and later became a top militant of the outfit, was active in the militancy for past nine years. Recoveries made from their possession included one AK-47 rifle, one AK-74 rifle, six AK magazines, 160 AK rounds, one Thoraya satellite telephone, one mobile handset, two SIM cards, one binocular, one compass, one Chinese grenade and a large quantity of other ammunition and accessories of explosive material.
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April - 24 
SFs arrested ‘area commander’ of Presidential group of Kuki National Front (KNF-P), Haoseh Kipgen (40), from the market of Kangchup Chingkhong village in Senapati District. The arrestee is suspected to be involved in abduction of one Karimuddin (40),
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SFs arrested ‘area commander’ of Presidential group of Kuki National Front (KNF-P), Haoseh Kipgen (40), from the market of Kangchup Chingkhong village in Senapati District. The arrestee is suspected to be involved in abduction of one Karimuddin (40), working at a road construction site for a civil contractor of Imphal East District. He had demanded INR five million as extortion money from the contractor.
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April - 24 
SFs arrested one cadre of Zeliangrong Revolutionary Army (ZRA), identified as Setsi, in Harouthil village of Imphal West District. He was involved in masterminding extortion and other illegal activities in the past. One 7.65 mm pistol, one magazine a
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SFs arrested one cadre of Zeliangrong Revolutionary Army (ZRA), identified as Setsi, in Harouthil village of Imphal West District. He was involved in masterminding extortion and other illegal activities in the past. One 7.65 mm pistol, one magazine and two rounds of ammunition were also recovered from the cadre.
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April - 24 
Shillong Times reports on April 25 that, Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) ‘commander-in-chief’ Sohan D. Shira narrowly escaped a Police raid at his home on the outskirts of Williamnagar District in Meghalaya on April 24. This is not the first tim
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Shillong Times reports on April 25 that, Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) ‘commander-in-chief’ Sohan D. Shira narrowly escaped a Police raid at his home on the outskirts of Williamnagar District in Meghalaya on April 24. This is not the first time the elusive militant leader has escaped death or capture. During his Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) days as ‘area commander’ of South Garo Hills, he also managed to escape an attack by Special Operations Team (SOT) commandos at his hideout in Siju.
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April - 24 
The Chhattisgarh Government is planning to use Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) of the Indian Air Force to conduct reconnaissance of Naxal [Left Wing Extremism]-hit areas even as Security Forces are mulling entering the Communist Party of India-Maoist
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The Chhattisgarh Government is planning to use Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) of the Indian Air Force to conduct reconnaissance of Naxal [Left Wing Extremism]-hit areas even as Security Forces are mulling entering the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) stronghold of Abujhmad, reports Express Buzz. "We are in talks with the IAF to get the help of their different variants of UAVs which can fly over the Maoist-hit areas in the State and provide us surveillance of the ground. The IAF has its UAVs presently at Nagpur and we plan to use them from a base in Jagdalpur," Director General of Police (DGP) Vishwa Ranjan said. "The renewed effort is to push out Naxalites in Abujhmad by conducting joint operations with central forces like Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Border Security Force (BSF)," Ranjan added. "An anti-mine vehicle manufactured by an Israeli firm may soon carry out tests to detect land mines and Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), stealthy put under the ground. It is a robotic vehicle which works on cat-scan principle and costs about Rs 20 crore [INR 200 million]," he added.
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April - 24 
The Jharkhand State Police have come up with a new strategy to fight Naxalism [Left Wing Extremism] in the State, reports Ranchi Express. The decision was taken at a high level meeting headed by Director General of Police (DGP) GS Rath at the Police
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The Jharkhand State Police have come up with a new strategy to fight Naxalism [Left Wing Extremism] in the State, reports Ranchi Express. The decision was taken at a high level meeting headed by Director General of Police (DGP) GS Rath at the Police Headquarters in Ranchi on April 24. The Police would strengthen its intelligence resources and extend its reach among the rural masses to take stock of the Naxal outfits. It would make new pickets in the sensitive areas and curb the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) menace in the rural belt of the State.
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April - 24 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) Zeliangrong region of Tamenglong District expelled one of its cadres for misconduct and bypassing order, and warned to give befitting punishment. A statement issued by ‘Captain’ (Retd) R. A
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) Zeliangrong region of Tamenglong District expelled one of its cadres for misconduct and bypassing order, and warned to give befitting punishment. A statement issued by ‘Captain’ (Retd) R. Adon, said that R.C.M. Tabipou Neumai alias T. Neumai has been terminated from the NSCN-K with immediate effect from April 23. It said that the individual have collected Lakhs of rupees and even took over many work order of Backward Regions Grant Fund (BRGF) from Tamenglong District and Tamei Sub-Division, without the consent and knowledge of the Region Authorities. The individual have been summoned at the region Headquarter more than five times but pay no heed instead bypass and challenge the ‘government’.
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April - 24 
The three Interlocutors on Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) led by Dilip Padgaonkar, on April 24 hinted at submitting an interim report prepared on J&K to the Central Government ‘debarring’ separatists, Daily Excelsior reports. "Though the efforts are on to b
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The three Interlocutors on Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) led by Dilip Padgaonkar, on April 24 hinted at submitting an interim report prepared on J&K to the Central Government ‘debarring’ separatists, Daily Excelsior reports. "Though the efforts are on to bring separatists on the table for dialogue but if still, the exercise remains futile, the interim report has to be submitted to the Government of India ‘excluding’ them," Padgaonkar told press conference after concluding his four-day visit to the State. "We have met sections of society during our visits and got to know about facts and figures on J&K situation but at the behest of one section, the report prepared so far, cannot be delayed and has to be submitted with the authorities concerned. We interacted with more than 50 delegations from all parts of the erstwhile Doda District and the issues they discussed with us included social and economic backwardness of the inhabitants due to the fact that the vast region’s enormous natural wealth has yet to be completely tapped," he said further. The population, however, stressed the need for effective, constitutionally guaranteed devolution of political, financial and administrative powers to all the three regions of the state and a further devolution at all levels, he added.
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April - 24 
ULFA may be offered jobs for their surrendered cadres in the Central Armed Police Forces when they come here for the second round of talks later next month or sometime in early June, reports Times of India on April 25. "The option is being explored,
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ULFA may be offered jobs for their surrendered cadres in the Central Armed Police Forces when they come here for the second round of talks later next month or sometime in early June, reports Times of India on April 25. "The option is being explored, taking cue from what we did in case of surrendered militants in Jammu and Kashmir. A number of Kashmiri militants have been recruited in the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) over the years," said an official who is privy to the proposal. He said the idea was to offer something which could help bring them into the mainstream and run their families/dependents, provided the surrendered cadres of the pro-talks faction of the outfit fulfilled certain conditions and required parameters.
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April - 24 
ULFA on April 24 denounced a recent declaration by the Paresh Barua faction that all the battalions of the outfit were dissolved and there would be no battalion commander, reports The Hindu. The declaration by Paresh Barua on disbanding of the battal
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ULFA on April 24 denounced a recent declaration by the Paresh Barua faction that all the battalions of the outfit were dissolved and there would be no battalion commander, reports The Hindu. The declaration by Paresh Barua on disbanding of the battalion lacks any substance or meaning. The decisions taken by the Central Executive Council and the General Council of the ULFA are the final decisions. The ULFA constitution has not given any authority to anyone else to take decision on behalf of the organisation. Any decision taken unilaterally in the name of organisation is not constitutionally valid,” sand a statement e-mailed by member of the ULFA's central publicity unit Kamal Kachari. Earlier, on April 21, the Paresh Barua faction said all members of the armed wing would now function under the command of the mobile headquarters and all the old formations had been dissolved
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April - 24 
A dead body of a Policeman, identified as Naseer Ahmed Ronjho, who was abducted from Hub a few days ago, was found in a garden behind the office of the Lasbela District Police chief in Uthal.
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A dead body of a Policeman, identified as Naseer Ahmed Ronjho, who was abducted from Hub a few days ago, was found in a garden behind the office of the Lasbela District Police chief in Uthal.
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April - 24 
A woman was killed when a stray shell hit a house in the Kamalkhel village of Kandahari area of Safi tehsil (revenue unit) of Mohmand Agency.
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A woman was killed when a stray shell hit a house in the Kamalkhel village of Kandahari area of Safi tehsil (revenue unit) of Mohmand Agency.
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April - 24 
Elsewhere in the Agency, five accused on suspicion of involvement in the abduction and killing of a tribal elder, Sher Mohammad, were arrested. Mohammad was reported to be abducted on April 22.
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Elsewhere in the Agency, five accused on suspicion of involvement in the abduction and killing of a tribal elder, Sher Mohammad, were arrested. Mohammad was reported to be abducted on April 22.
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April - 24 
Former Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC) head Samar Mubarak Mand said that Pakistan has the capability to shoot down Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)-operated drones, reported Indian Express. Mand said, “Pakistan had F-16 fighter jets, which
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Former Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC) head Samar Mubarak Mand said that Pakistan has the capability to shoot down Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)-operated drones, reported Indian Express. Mand said, “Pakistan had F-16 fighter jets, which were capable of shooting down any kind of drone predators,” adding, “It was a strategic issue, therefore the final decision in this regard rested with the Government. It is noteworthy that similar statements had been issued time and again by Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Rao Qamar Suleman that Pakistan is capable of shooting down the US predator aircraft. But such claims are in direct contrast with Pakistan Interior Minister Rehman Malik’s statement that the Pakistan Air Force cannot shoot down unmanned US drones.”
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April - 24 
Gunship helicopters continued to shell suspected positions in the Sheikh Baba area of Safi tehsil. However, no casualties were reported.
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Gunship helicopters continued to shell suspected positions in the Sheikh Baba area of Safi tehsil. However, no casualties were reported.
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April - 24 
NATO supplying to Afghanistan was resumed after protesters against United States (US) drone strikes lifted a blockade on April 24, reported Dawn. “Peshawar ring road has been cleared and re-opened for vehicular traffic,” said a senior local administr
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NATO supplying to Afghanistan was resumed after protesters against United States (US) drone strikes lifted a blockade on April 24, reported Dawn. “Peshawar ring road has been cleared and re-opened for vehicular traffic,” said a senior local administration official, adding that trucks will only be able to use the route from April 25 (today) morning because of security reasons. Imran Khan, who leads the Tehreek-e-Insaf (Movement for Justice) party, said earlier that his supporters would “block supplies for NATO in different parts of the country if drone attacks are not stopped within one month,” adding, “We want a sovereign Pakistan.”
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April - 24 
Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani said on April 24 said, “We have to stand united against anti-state elements and it will be our greatest success that the nation should unite against terrorism and extremism,” adding, “that no country could win a war
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Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani said on April 24 said, “We have to stand united against anti-state elements and it will be our greatest success that the nation should unite against terrorism and extremism,” adding, “that no country could win a war without the support of people. The Government would not rest until and unless terrorism is eliminated, and all possible steps would be taken to give quality education to the citizens” reports Daily Times.
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April - 24 
The body of a local trader, identified as Jauhar Ali, who was abducted by unidentified assailants near his hometown Khungi in Dir town of Dir District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 23, was found dead in Alizai area of Arang in Bajaur Agency in Feder
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The body of a local trader, identified as Jauhar Ali, who was abducted by unidentified assailants near his hometown Khungi in Dir town of Dir District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 23, was found dead in Alizai area of Arang in Bajaur Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 24, reports Dawn.
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April - 24 
Times of India on April 25 quoted Army Major General Athar Abbas saying "There is no evidence that the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) has global aspirations or was involved in the 2009 attack on the Indian embassy in Kabul,” adding, “The LeT is a banned group
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Times of India on April 25 quoted Army Major General Athar Abbas saying "There is no evidence that the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) has global aspirations or was involved in the 2009 attack on the Indian embassy in Kabul,” adding, “The LeT is a banned group that is being contained, and there is also no evidence with Pakistani authorities linking the LeT to militant groups operating in Pakistan's tribal areas. At the same time, Abbas said, “militant commander Ilyas Kashmiri, described by Indian and US officials as a key suspect in the Mumbai terror attacks, had played an "instrumental" role in planning an attack on the Pakistan Army's General Headquarters in Rawalpindi in October 2009. Kashmiri was also involved in two attempts to assassinate former President and Army Chief General Pervez Musharraf in late 2003,” adding, “Kashmiri, who led a "splinter" group or breakaway faction of the Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), was working with the local Taliban. Earlier this month, the US announced a reward of five million dollars for anyone who provides information and helps in the arrest of Kashmiri, the commander of Harkat-ul-Jihad al-Islami (HuJI) terror group that supports al Qaeda. Speaking on the issue of 2008 Mumbai attack in India, Abbas said, "A splinter group was involved and we have collected the maximum evidence, LeT commander Zakiur Rehman Lakhvi was heading the splinter group responsible for the terrorist assault in November 2008.”
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April - 24 
Two children were killed in two landmine explosions in Hamzani area of Jaffarabad District in Balochistan on April 24, reported Dawn.
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Two children were killed in two landmine explosions in Hamzani area of Jaffarabad District in Balochistan on April 24, reported Dawn.
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April - 24 
US Ambassador to Pakistan Cameron Munter said that Pakistan’s legitimate security demands must be taken into account on the question of Afghanistan. Legitimate demands of Pakistan on the Afghan question must be given due consideration, he said, addin
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US Ambassador to Pakistan Cameron Munter said that Pakistan’s legitimate security demands must be taken into account on the question of Afghanistan. Legitimate demands of Pakistan on the Afghan question must be given due consideration, he said, adding, “US has great respect for Pakistan and wants to see it as a sovereign and stable state. We are working for the stability in the region, and are supporting both the civilian Government and Army in Pakistan.”
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April - 24 
A Nepal Army squad from Butwal disposed of a socket bomb planted in the house compound of Santaram Yadav, a local resident of Hakui Village Development Committee (VDC-3) of the Rupandehi District in the morning of April 24, Himalayan Times reports.
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A Nepal Army squad from Butwal disposed of a socket bomb planted in the house compound of Santaram Yadav, a local resident of Hakui Village Development Committee (VDC-3) of the Rupandehi District in the morning of April 24, Himalayan Times reports. Pamphlets bearing the name of Janatantrik Madhesh Mukti Tigers, an armed outfit, were recovered from the site.
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April - 24 
A study by the Democratic Freedom and Human Rights Institute (DFHRI) demonstrates various instances of extra-judicial killings that took place there between 2008-2010, according to Kantipuronline. “The state and various armed groups are competing in
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A study by the Democratic Freedom and Human Rights Institute (DFHRI) demonstrates various instances of extra-judicial killings that took place there between 2008-2010, according to Kantipuronline. “The state and various armed groups are competing in perpetrating extra-judicial killings in Terai. The State was involved in 133 extra-judicial killings while armed groups were guilty in 129 cases during the 2008-2010 period,” read the report. It has inputs from National Human Rights Commission and Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights in Nepal (OHCHR-Nepal).
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April - 24 
Another Maoist leader and Physical Planning Minister Top Bahadur Rayamajhi said promulgation of new constitution by 28 May is not possible, according to Nepal News. He said extension of the CA’s term is inevitable as there is no possibility of writin
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Another Maoist leader and Physical Planning Minister Top Bahadur Rayamajhi said promulgation of new constitution by 28 May is not possible, according to Nepal News. He said extension of the CA’s term is inevitable as there is no possibility of writing the constitution by 28 May and that dissolution of the CA before promulgating the statute would invite conflict in the country. However, mere extension of the CA's term would not make things better and that the parties need to show unity for constitution, he added. Rayamajhi also said national unity Government is necessary for peace and constitution. "The Khanal Government can be given the shape of national unity Government," he said, adding, "If this is not possible we should be ready for other options."
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April - 24 
Chief of Rastriya Prajatantra Party-Nepal (RPP-N) Kamal Thapa on April 24 said the country needs a fresh mandate to ensure peace and write a new constitution, according to Kantipuronline. “There is no alternative to holding elections to seek a fresh
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Chief of Rastriya Prajatantra Party-Nepal (RPP-N) Kamal Thapa on April 24 said the country needs a fresh mandate to ensure peace and write a new constitution, according to Kantipuronline. “There is no alternative to holding elections to seek a fresh mandate from the people,” he said. He said the extension of the Constituent Assembly’s term for a second time will be an “act of curtailing the democratic rights of the people.” The RPP-N chair bemoaned the money spent in the name of building peace and giving continuity to the CA. He accused the three major parties — NC, CPN-UML and UCPN-M — of driving the country towards peril.
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April - 24 
Communist party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) senior leader Madhav Kumar Nepal said that only after completion of the peace process can the constitution be promulgated, reports Himalayan Times. “It’s time all political parties zeroed in
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Communist party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) senior leader Madhav Kumar Nepal said that only after completion of the peace process can the constitution be promulgated, reports Himalayan Times. “It’s time all political parties zeroed in on peace and statute-drafting processes, but the Unified CPN-M is all set to seize the state power,” he said. He also stressed the need to bring the Nepali Congress (NC) on board the Government, and urged all political parties to concentrate on statute-drafting.
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April - 24 
NC leader Arjun Narsingh K. C. said on April 24 that his party will not accept a constitution endorsed by a two-thirds majority in the Constituent Assembly CA, Nepal News reports. He said if the leftists issue a constitution based on majority in the
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NC leader Arjun Narsingh K. C. said on April 24 that his party will not accept a constitution endorsed by a two-thirds majority in the Constituent Assembly CA, Nepal News reports. He said if the leftists issue a constitution based on majority in the CA, NC will tear it the same day. Some leaders of ruling parties, including Prime Minister Jhala Nath Khanal himself, had said a few days ago that a constitution could be promulgated if the present Government gets two-thirds majority. The present Government can have a two-thirds majority if Madheshi Janadhikar Forum (MJF) led by Upendra Yadav and some fringe parties join the Government. However, leaders of Madhesh based parties other than MJF have also said they will not accept a constitution promulgated by a two-thirds majority.
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April - 24 
The VDC Secretaries’ Rights Protection Centre has accused the Government of not bothering to provide security to VDC secretaries despite mounting threats from various underground outfits. Speaking at a press meet, vice-chairman of the Centre, Ram Kum
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The VDC Secretaries’ Rights Protection Centre has accused the Government of not bothering to provide security to VDC secretaries despite mounting threats from various underground outfits. Speaking at a press meet, vice-chairman of the Centre, Ram Kumar Yadav said, “The Government has done nothing for our security, though at least 27 of our friends have been killed since 1996.”
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April - 24 
De-mining groups recovered 136 APMs and one 60-mm mortar bomb from Mahilankulam, Periyathampanai, Marathamadu and Kokkutuduval areas.
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De-mining groups recovered 136 APMs and one 60-mm mortar bomb from Mahilankulam, Periyathampanai, Marathamadu and Kokkutuduval areas.
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April - 24 
Sri Lanka Army reports that troops in Monarawewa area in the North recovered 19 Anti Personnel Mines (APMs) and three 81-mm mortar bombs on April 24.
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Sri Lanka Army reports that troops in Monarawewa area in the North recovered 19 Anti Personnel Mines (APMs) and three 81-mm mortar bombs on April 24.
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April - 24 
Troops in the East recovered15 APMs, one HF base station, hand grenades and six 40-mm grenade launcher bombs from Poonagar, Soruwila and Thiraimadu areas in Trincomalee District.
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Troops in the East recovered15 APMs, one HF base station, hand grenades and six 40-mm grenade launcher bombs from Poonagar, Soruwila and Thiraimadu areas in Trincomalee District.
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April - 25 
A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant, Identified as Showkat Ahmad Ganai alias Mudasir, who had returned from Pakistan last week and was on a "special mission" to set up a militant network in Srinagar, was arrested by Police.
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A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant, Identified as Showkat Ahmad Ganai alias Mudasir, who had returned from Pakistan last week and was on a "special mission" to set up a militant network in Srinagar, was arrested by Police.
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April - 25 
A Maoists squad assaulted the employees of Patil Construction Company of Maharashtra, and threatened them with dire consequences, if work continued at the extension of National Highway 75 from Padwa More in Palamu District to Murisemar in Garhwa Dist
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A Maoists squad assaulted the employees of Patil Construction Company of Maharashtra, and threatened them with dire consequences, if work continued at the extension of National Highway 75 from Padwa More in Palamu District to Murisemar in Garhwa District, reports Times of India. The 80-kilometers-long stretch of road worth INR 800 million was to be completed within 18 months. The company, in the first phase, had started digging old culverts for face-lifting but had to halt following the Maoist threat.
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April - 25 
A soldier identified as Kailash Chand, belonging to Unit-58 RR (27 Rajput) died on April 25 in an encounter with terrorists in Ramban District of Jammu and Kashmir reports, Times of India. He was a resident of Malaheda village in Kotputli area of Jai
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A soldier identified as Kailash Chand, belonging to Unit-58 RR (27 Rajput) died on April 25 in an encounter with terrorists in Ramban District of Jammu and Kashmir reports, Times of India. He was a resident of Malaheda village in Kotputli area of Jaipur District.
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April - 25 
A special court in Pune in Maharashtra deferred the framing of charges against the alleged mastermind Mirza Himayat Baig in the German Bakery bomb blast case (February 13, 2010) till June 7, reports Times of India.
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A special court in Pune in Maharashtra deferred the framing of charges against the alleged mastermind Mirza Himayat Baig in the German Bakery bomb blast case (February 13, 2010) till June 7, reports Times of India.
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April - 25 
Assam Tribune reports that members of student bodies from seven North East States on April 25 carried out a protest action in Guwahati against the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) that has been controversial since the time of imposition. For
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Assam Tribune reports that members of student bodies from seven North East States on April 25 carried out a protest action in Guwahati against the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) that has been controversial since the time of imposition. For two hours, from four in the afternoon, the student leaders from all the NE states, under the banner of North East Students’ Organisation (NESO), took part in the sit-in protest demanding repeal of the Act, and later spoke out against the law which they condemned in unison. All those who spoke described the AFSPA as an affront to the people of the region, as the Act was in place in no other part of the country except the North East and Jammu and Kashmir. They expressed solidarity with the intrepid campaign being carried out by Irom Sharmila of Manipur against the AFSPA. Addressing the gathering, Dr Samujjal Kumar Bhattacharyya, adviser to All Assam Students’ Union lambasted the Union Government for favoring a law that was unjust and unfair to the people of the North East. He found it utterly strange that the Union Government failed to take note of a democratic protest carried out by Sharmila against the Act, which is now more than a decade old. President of All Assam Students’ Union, Sankar Prasad Roy condemned the AFSPA as it gave enough scope for innocent people to be attacked and killed by armed personnel.
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April - 25 
Assam Tribune reports that Pro-talks United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) leaders were given INR 40 million by the Union Government for daily expenses and to run their families. The Union Home Ministry released the first installment of financial as
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Assam Tribune reports that Pro-talks United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) leaders were given INR 40 million by the Union Government for daily expenses and to run their families. The Union Home Ministry released the first installment of financial assistance to the ULFA leaders, including ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa, ‘vice-president’ Pradip Gogoi and others besides its cadres – totaling approximately 400. “We have disbursed the money to the ULFA through the Assam Government. The money has been given to take care of thulfae daily expenses of ULFA members and other family requirements,” a Union Home Ministry official said.
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April - 25 
Condemning the ambush laid on the convoy party of Phungyar Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) Wungnaoshang Keishing that left eight persons killed on April 15, Manipur Naga Revolutionary Front (MNRF) stated that the Kamo (South) Tangkhul people
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Condemning the ambush laid on the convoy party of Phungyar Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) Wungnaoshang Keishing that left eight persons killed on April 15, Manipur Naga Revolutionary Front (MNRF) stated that the Kamo (South) Tangkhul people of Phungyar areas in Ukhrul District have realised about the nepotism, partiality and dirty policies of National Socialist Council of Nagaland--Isak-Muivah (NSCN–IM) even though they are from the same community, Sangai Express reports.
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April - 25 
Imphal Free Press reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested two cadres of the Kangleipak Communist Party - Military Council (KCP-MC), identified as Thokchom Surendra Singh alias Max (30) and Muhammad Chningiskhan alias Thoi alias Lopi (37), from Le
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Imphal Free Press reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested two cadres of the Kangleipak Communist Party - Military Council (KCP-MC), identified as Thokchom Surendra Singh alias Max (30) and Muhammad Chningiskhan alias Thoi alias Lopi (37), from Leishangthem Bazaar in Thoubal District on April 25. The arrestees confessed that they are active cadres of KCP-MC and working in the finance section of the outfit under the command of one Nanao alias Lalngakpa.
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April - 25 
Militants from Tripura are sneaking into the south Assam District of Hailakandi to carry out subversive activities like abduction for ransom and extortion, the Superintendent of Police, Hemanta Bhattacharjee, said on April 25 reports Telegraph. He id
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Militants from Tripura are sneaking into the south Assam District of Hailakandi to carry out subversive activities like abduction for ransom and extortion, the Superintendent of Police, Hemanta Bhattacharjee, said on April 25 reports Telegraph. He identified this militant outfit as the Tripura Security Force (TSF). He added that they also undertake reconnaissance missions in these Districts and return to Tripura either through Assam or Mizoram borders.
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April - 25 
Over 80 per cent turnout was registered in the fourth phase of panchayat (village level local self Government institution) polls in Jammu and Kashmir. The exercise to elect 346 sarpanchs (Head of Panchayat) and 2,471 panchs (member of panchayats) in
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Over 80 per cent turnout was registered in the fourth phase of panchayat (village level local self Government institution) polls in Jammu and Kashmir. The exercise to elect 346 sarpanchs (Head of Panchayat) and 2,471 panchs (member of panchayats) in 12 blocks (administrative division) of the State passed off by and large peacefully. However, in one incident, five poll officials were injured when their vehicles were attacked at Azad Gunj in Baramulla District. This was the first such incident during the panchayat elections in the Valley.
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April - 25 
Sify.com reports that the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed three persons, including a woman, in two separate incidents in Khunti District on April 25. According to the Police, two slained bodies, including that of a w
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Sify.com reports that the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed three persons, including a woman, in two separate incidents in Khunti District on April 25. According to the Police, two slained bodies, including that of a woman were recovered from Riva village. The man was identified as B. Pradhan, while the identity of woman was yet to be ascertained. In the other incident, the Maoists killed Tofique Ansari by slitting his throat in Saude village in the District. “The killing seems to be the outcome of rivalry among Maoist groups,” said a Police official.
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April - 25 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed Ranjan Kumar (23), a mining engineer at Chama village under Maneka Police Station in Latehar District on April 25, reports IBNLive. Kumar was working as a mining engineer at one of the co
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed Ranjan Kumar (23), a mining engineer at Chama village under Maneka Police Station in Latehar District on April 25, reports IBNLive. Kumar was working as a mining engineer at one of the collieries in North Karnapura (Dakra) area of the Central Coalfields Limited, situated at Khelari in Ranchi District, Police sources said.
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April - 25 
Three crude bombs were recovered on Sealdah-Rajdhani Express (Train no-12313) between Asansol and Dhanbad stations on April 25, reports Times of India. According to Divisional Railway Manager Anand Shankar Upadhaya, the Railway Police found three low
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Three crude bombs were recovered on Sealdah-Rajdhani Express (Train no-12313) between Asansol and Dhanbad stations on April 25, reports Times of India. According to Divisional Railway Manager Anand Shankar Upadhaya, the Railway Police found three low-intensity country-made bombs in polythene bags under berth number 27 of the B-4 coach of the train.
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April - 25 
Times of India reports that the State Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) arrested a top cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) identified as Anjali Sontakke alias Angela, was arrested from Thane District on April 25. Anjali is also known b
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Times of India reports that the State Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) arrested a top cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) identified as Anjali Sontakke alias Angela, was arrested from Thane District on April 25. Anjali is also known by other names like Kavita, Sunita Patil, Iskara and Rama. She is the wife of Deepak Teltumbde, ‘secretary’ of the State Committee for North Gadchiroli, Gondia and Balaghat division of the CPI-Maoist and herself its member. Anjali had begun as a member of a front organization following which she graduated into the mainstream of the arms struggle. She was currently working as an urban cadre and trying to garner support and make recruitments. Anjali worked with the Dewri and Khobramenda dalams (squads) in the North Gadchiroli, Gondia and Balaghat division. She had apparently also received training in Dandakaranya of Abujhmad area of Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh. ATS sources said that several incriminating documents and literature have been recovered from the place where Anjali was arrested. They claimed that she had nearly 20 offences registered against her.
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April - 25 
Times of India reports that, on April 25 during Army and IAF commanders' conferences in New Delhi, it was assessed that the more than full-blown conventional wars with Pakistan or China, India was faced more with unconventional threats emanating fro
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Times of India reports that, on April 25 during Army and IAF commanders' conferences in New Delhi, it was assessed that the more than full-blown conventional wars with Pakistan or China, India was faced more with unconventional threats emanating from jihadi outfits getting hold of "dirty" nuclear bombs, crippling cyber-attacks and "hybrid forms of warfare". Army chief General V K Singh observed that "the major concern" at the moment was the ongoing "attempts" by "non-state actors" to acquire weapons of mass destruction (wmds). Gen Singh, also said that while conventional conflicts were not immediately on the horizon, the armed forces could not let their guard down against "hybrids forms of warfare", which basically entailed state and non-state actors joining hands to fight a common foe. Echoing similar views, Defence minister A.K. Antony said that terrorism emanating from across the border remained India's primary concern. "We are taking adequate steps to ensure any spill-over effect from any adverse development in Pakistan is successfully countered by our armed forces," he said.
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April - 25 
Two Policemen were shot dead and another injured by militants near a Police Station at Nowgam area in Srinagar in the night of April 25, reports Daily Excelsior. The militants opened indiscriminate firing on a Police party returning to Nowgam Police
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Two Policemen were shot dead and another injured by militants near a Police Station at Nowgam area in Srinagar in the night of April 25, reports Daily Excelsior. The militants opened indiscriminate firing on a Police party returning to Nowgam Police Station at around 10pm, killing the Policemen. The militants, however, managed to escape. No militant outfit has claimed responsibility for the attack.
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April - 25 
A suspect, identified as Mustafa Rehman Orakzai, belonging to Al Mukhtar faction of TTP, was arrested on April 25 for his alleged involvement in the April 21 Karachi’s Rami Club bombing in which 18 people were killed and 41 injured, reports Dawn. Po
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A suspect, identified as Mustafa Rehman Orakzai, belonging to Al Mukhtar faction of TTP, was arrested on April 25 for his alleged involvement in the April 21 Karachi’s Rami Club bombing in which 18 people were killed and 41 injured, reports Dawn. Police also recovered 20 kilogrammes of explosives, a rocket, two hand grenades and a TT pistol from the suspect. Investigations revealed that Omar Baloch was the ring leader of the outfit.
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April - 25 
Another blow to already tense relations between the United Sates and Pakistan was dealt on April 25 when leaked official documents of Guantánamo cables showed that the US administration had placed the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) on a list of te
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Another blow to already tense relations between the United Sates and Pakistan was dealt on April 25 when leaked official documents of Guantánamo cables showed that the US administration had placed the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) on a list of terrorist outfits, reports Dawn. In the documents, leaked by the whistle-blowing WikiLeaks website, US officials rank the ISI alongside groups like Hezbollah, al Qaeda and the Muslim Brotherhood. The Egyptian Islamic Jihad, the brainchild of al Qaeda No. 2 Ayman Al-Zawahiri, is also on the list of 70 terrorist entities. In a so-called threat indicator matrix used to determine which of the inmates at Guantánamo Bay can be released, a detainee’s link to the ISI is seen as confirming his association with terrorism. The 17-page threat matrix is the first official US documents to have emerged that ranks the ISI among terrorist groups.
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April - 25 
At least 15 passengers, including eight women, five children and two men, were burnt to death and several others injured in the night of April 25 when unidentified militants set a Quetta-bound bus on fire at Pirak area of Sibi District in Balochistan
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At least 15 passengers, including eight women, five children and two men, were burnt to death and several others injured in the night of April 25 when unidentified militants set a Quetta-bound bus on fire at Pirak area of Sibi District in Balochistan, reports Dawn. When the bus, which was coming from Peshawar, reached near Pirak, the driver parked it at a roadside hotel. Four unidentified militants riding on motorcycles reached there and two of them entered the bus. After sprinkling the vehicle with petrol, they put it on fire.
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April - 25 
Federal Minister of Interior Rehman Malik assured the National Assembly that law-enforcement personnel would be deployed within two days to secure the Thall-Parachinar road in Kurram Agency and help the besieged people of the area. He was responding
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Federal Minister of Interior Rehman Malik assured the National Assembly that law-enforcement personnel would be deployed within two days to secure the Thall-Parachinar road in Kurram Agency and help the besieged people of the area. He was responding to a point of order by Member of National Assembly (MNA) Sajid Hussain Turi from the affected area that subsequently walked out in protest against what he termed the Government’s indifference to the misery of the people of Parachinar who could not travel on the road because of insecurity. Mr Turi announced that he would join a hunger-strike camp set up several days ago by the affected people from his area in front of the press club here.
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April - 25 
Five more bullet-riddled dead bodies of Baloch missing persons were found in Kech and Khuzdar areas of Balochistan. According to the Turbat Police, two bodies were found in Banartok Chatri area of Pasni Road, some eight kilometres away from Turbat Ci
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Five more bullet-riddled dead bodies of Baloch missing persons were found in Kech and Khuzdar areas of Balochistan. According to the Turbat Police, two bodies were found in Banartok Chatri area of Pasni Road, some eight kilometres away from Turbat City. They were identified as Zarif Baloch, resident of Kalatuk area of Kech, and Shameem Baloch, resident of Malikabad area of Tump. Zarif was travelling in a passenger coach from Karachi to Turbat when a group of armed men intercepted the coach and offloaded him near Nalyet area of Turbat on April 20. “Shameem was whisked away from Gwadar some days back,” local Police Officer Muhammad Riaz said.
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April - 25 
Four more Pakistani conspirators have been charged by US prosecutors with carrying out the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks on behalf of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Indian Express reported on April 26. In a second superseding indictment filed by the federal pro
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Four more Pakistani conspirators have been charged by US prosecutors with carrying out the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks on behalf of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Indian Express reported on April 26. In a second superseding indictment filed by the federal prosecutors before a court in Chicago, the four were identified as Sajid Mir, Mazhar Iqbal, Abu Qahafa and one by the name of 'Major Iqbal'. Besides, the indictment mentioned an unnamed individual "Lashkar Member D." All are residents of Pakistan. The four persons identified were previously mentioned but not named in the indictments that charged Pakistani-American David Coleman Headley and Pakistani-Canadian Tahawwur Rana in connection with the Mumbai attacks which killed 166 people, including six Americans. Sajid Mir was associated with LeT and supervised others linked with the outfit. He served as a "handler" for Headley, who has confessed to his involvement in Mumbai attacks, and others who were directed to carry out actions relating to planning, preparing for and carrying out the terrorist strikes on behalf of LeT. While Abu Qahafa was an associate with LeT who trained others in combat techniques for use in terrorist attacks; Mazhar Iqbal and 'Lashkar Member D' were LeT commanders. An individual known as 'Major Iqbal' participated in planning and funding attacks carried out by LeT in Mumbai, federal prosecutors said. According to the indictment, Sajid Mir, Abu Qahafa and Mazhar Iqbal conspired with each other, Headley, 'Lashkar Member D' and others known and unknown to the grand jury, to deliver, place, discharge and detonate explosives and other lethal devices in, into and against places of public use, state and government facilities, public transportation systems and infrastructure facilities in India.
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April - 25 
Militants on April 25 released a trader, Haji Asghar Hussain Turi, also a former agency councilor, after receiving PKR 5.4 million as ransom in Kurram Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), reports Dawn. The abducted trader, Haji Asgha
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Militants on April 25 released a trader, Haji Asghar Hussain Turi, also a former agency councilor, after receiving PKR 5.4 million as ransom in Kurram Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), reports Dawn. The abducted trader, Haji Asghar Hussain Turi, had been kidnapped along with 35 other passengers when militants attacked a convoy at Beggan area of Kurram Agency on March 26. Three passengers had also been killed and two others injured in the attack. The bodies of seven hostages were found in Shaheedan Dhand area near Afghan border. Narrating his ordeal, Haji Asghar Hussain Turi said that he was going in the convoy from Peshawar to Parachinar when militants attacked it near Beggan. He said that he jumped off the vehicle, ran away and hid in the nearby fields but local people captured him. He said that he was carrying PKR 600,000 cash with him at the time of attack on the convoy. He said that local people, who captured him, snatched the amount from him and later handed him over to militants. He said that he had no information about the other hostages.
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April - 25 
The Jama'at-ud-Da'awa (JuD) ‘chief’ Hafiz Muhammad Saeed, mastermind of the 26/11 attacks, on April 25 claimed India cannot prove his organisation's link to the 2008 terror strike and accused the Pakistan Government of succumbing to pressure from Ind
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The Jama'at-ud-Da'awa (JuD) ‘chief’ Hafiz Muhammad Saeed, mastermind of the 26/11 attacks, on April 25 claimed India cannot prove his organisation's link to the 2008 terror strike and accused the Pakistan Government of succumbing to pressure from India and the US, reports Indian Express. Saeed, who is the founder of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) which carried out the Mumbai attack, said India had sent a 400-page report to the Pakistani Government in an attempt to substantiate its claims but had failed to do so, Saeed said. India cannot prove JuD's link to Mumbai attacks, he said.
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April - 25 
Three bodies of activists of Baloch Republican Party (BRP) were found in Sorgaz Zeddi area of Khuzdar District. Their identities were ascertained from the slips found from their pockets. The victims were identified as Muhammad Ayub Muhammad Hasni, a
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Three bodies of activists of Baloch Republican Party (BRP) were found in Sorgaz Zeddi area of Khuzdar District. Their identities were ascertained from the slips found from their pockets. The victims were identified as Muhammad Ayub Muhammad Hasni, a barber, who was whisked away some nine days ago from Khuzdar city, while two others were identified as Muhammad Hafeez and Ghulam Murtaza.
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April - 25 
NC General Secretary Krishna Prasad Sitaula said it is futile to give the Constituent Assembly (CA) another extension unless the UCPN-M sticks to agreements, including the November 22, 2005 12-point accord, reported Himalayan Times. Sitaula reasoned
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NC General Secretary Krishna Prasad Sitaula said it is futile to give the Constituent Assembly (CA) another extension unless the UCPN-M sticks to agreements, including the November 22, 2005 12-point accord, reported Himalayan Times. Sitaula reasoned that the Maoist party’s refusal to abide by the 12-point pact had given rise to the political crisis. He also attacked the seven-point deal between the Maoists and the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML), arguing that the deal is in violation of the 12-point pact and is aimed to usurp power. Sitaula also ruled out the possibility of drafting the new constitution until the integration of the Maoist combatants is over, adds Nepal News. He also revealed that the NC had yet decided whether to extend the term of the CA.
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April - 25 
Nepali Congress (NC) activists attacked and injured six Unified Communist Party of India-Maoist (UCPN-M) supporters in a dispute over construction work at a school in Dhyangphedi Village Development Committee (VDC)-6 in Nuwakot District on April 25,
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Nepali Congress (NC) activists attacked and injured six Unified Communist Party of India-Maoist (UCPN-M) supporters in a dispute over construction work at a school in Dhyangphedi Village Development Committee (VDC)-6 in Nuwakot District on April 25, according to Kantipuronline. The Maoist District Committee claimed that a group of about 20 NC activists led by Sun Bahadur Tamang had attacked its party men. The NC village committee, however, denied involvement of its activists in the attack.
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April - 25 
Senior CPN-UML leader K. P. Sharma Oli has said the term of the CA "cannot at all be extended" as it has failed to deliver on the mandate of drafting the constitution. He said there is no point extending the deadline of the CA as it could not draft t
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Senior CPN-UML leader K. P. Sharma Oli has said the term of the CA "cannot at all be extended" as it has failed to deliver on the mandate of drafting the constitution. He said there is no point extending the deadline of the CA as it could not draft the constitution in three years. Oli also dismissed statements by some leaders that at least the final draft of the statute would be ready by May 28, saying that there is nothing to believe that those who wasted three years would write constitution in the coming 32 days. According to him, the peace process will not come to a conclusion if the Maoists got Home Ministry.
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April - 25 
A man was injured as an abandoned bomb exploded at Jorgasa village of Santhia sub-district of Pabna District. The officer-in-charge (OC) of Santhia Police Station said that a bomb was lying in an abandoned state in a field at the village. Out of curi
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A man was injured as an abandoned bomb exploded at Jorgasa village of Santhia sub-district of Pabna District. The officer-in-charge (OC) of Santhia Police Station said that a bomb was lying in an abandoned state in a field at the village. Out of curiosity, a schoolboy named Mohammad Shakil (10), saw and took it to their house where it exploded leaving his uncle injured.
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April - 25 
Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) on April 25 arrested two Harkat-ul-Jihad-al Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) cadres, including its acting ‘Chief’ Abdul Hannan Sabbir from a hideout at Keraniganj in Dhaka District, according to Daily Star. Sabbir (51) is an ac
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Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) on April 25 arrested two Harkat-ul-Jihad-al Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) cadres, including its acting ‘Chief’ Abdul Hannan Sabbir from a hideout at Keraniganj in Dhaka District, according to Daily Star. Sabbir (51) is an accused in carrying out bomb attacks on an Udichi programme in Jessore and a Pahela Baishakh celebrations event at Ramna Batamul, The other arrestee Ainul Haq (28) was coordinating recruitment and secret training of HUJI-B militants. Sabbir was also sued in a case filed for planting a 76 kilogram bomb at Sheikh Hasina's rally venue at Kotalipara in Gopalganj in 2000. The law enforcers also recovered some compact disks (CDs), a bomb-making manual and organisational books of the outfit. Commander M Sohail, Director of Legal and Media Wing of RAB stated, "HUJI-B members were visiting different madrasas to recruit members and impart training to them. Analysis of such activities suggests they were planning to carry out subversive activities". According to confessions made by already arrested HUJI-B leaders, the militants are responsible for more than 20 bomb and grenade attacks since 1999 that killed over 100 persons.
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April - 25 
Sixty-six jawans (troopers) of 30th Battalion of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) were sentenced to various jail terms ranging from four months to seven years for their involvement in the 2009 mutiny in Panchhari sub-district of Khagrachhari District. T
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Sixty-six jawans (troopers) of 30th Battalion of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) were sentenced to various jail terms ranging from four months to seven years for their involvement in the 2009 mutiny in Panchhari sub-district of Khagrachhari District. The Special Court-15 also fined each of the convicts BDR 100. However, the Court acquitted five BGB men as allegations brought against them were not proved. The BGB men were convicted for joining the 2009 mutiny expressing solidarity with the mutineers at Pilkhana Headquarters where 74 persons, including 57 Army officials, were killed.
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April - 25 
A UN panel on April 25 said that though the Sri Lankan Army had killed most of the tens of thousands of civilian victims of a final offensive against Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants in 2009, both sides were guilty of war crimes, acc
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A UN panel on April 25 said that though the Sri Lankan Army had killed most of the tens of thousands of civilian victims of a final offensive against Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants in 2009, both sides were guilty of war crimes, according to Times of India. UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon said that though he could not order an international investigation into the deaths, UN would, nevertheless, hold an inquiry about the incidents in the final months of the war following criticism by the UN panel that more could have been done to save lives. The panel's report -- angrily opposed by the Sri Lankan Government -- painted a barbarous picture of the final offensive on the Tamil enclave in the north of the island that ended a three-decade war with the LTTE. The UN experts said there were "credible allegations" of serious violations of international law by Government forces and the LTTE "some of which would amount to war crimes and crimes against humanity."
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April - 25 
Demining groups recovered 73 APMs and nine electric bombs from Mahilankulam, Marathamadu and Kokkutuduvai.
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Demining groups recovered 73 APMs and nine electric bombs from Mahilankulam, Marathamadu and Kokkutuduvai.
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April - 25 
Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Monarawewa and Mankulam areas in the North recovered three Anti Personnel Mines (APMs), three 60-mm mortar bombs, 225 rounds of T-56 ammunition and 80 rounds of Multi Purpose
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Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Monarawewa and Mankulam areas in the North recovered three Anti Personnel Mines (APMs), three 60-mm mortar bombs, 225 rounds of T-56 ammunition and 80 rounds of Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG) ammunition on April 25.
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April - 25 
The European Police Office (Europol), accused the Tamil militant outfit Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) of being involved in the trafficking of drugs and human beings to raise funds for their terrorism activities, Colombo Page reported on Apr
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The European Police Office (Europol), accused the Tamil militant outfit Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) of being involved in the trafficking of drugs and human beings to raise funds for their terrorism activities, Colombo Page reported on April 26. This was disclosed in the Europol's EU Terrorism Situation and Trend Report (TE-SAT). The TE-SAT is one of Europol's strategic analysis products, providing law enforcement officials, policymakers and the public with facts, figures and trends on terrorism in the EU. The report further noted that the LTTE had been engaged in organized crimes such as facilitation of illegal immigration, credit card skimming, money laundering, and fraud for the purpose of funding terrorist (support) operations and LTTE also collected money from their members, using labels like 'donations' and 'membership fees', but are in fact extortion and illegal taxation. The Europol report also highlighted that the LTTE use international propaganda channels and their own media (TV and radio stations) to spread their ideology. "In 2010, 27 individuals were arrested for terrorist offences linked to the financing of LTTE in France, Germany and the Netherlands" the report added.
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April - 25 
The United Nations (UN), on April 25 released a much-delayed Expert Panel report on Sri Lanka's accountability in the armed offensive against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants that effectively ended the three-decade long terrorism
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The United Nations (UN), on April 25 released a much-delayed Expert Panel report on Sri Lanka's accountability in the armed offensive against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants that effectively ended the three-decade long terrorism from the country, Colombo Page reported on April 26. UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon also issued a statement along with the report submitted by the three-member panel on April 12, to the UN Chief. A copy of the report was shared with the Sri Lankan Government, parts of which were later leaked to the local press.
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April - 26 
Assam Tribune reports that Repatriation of Bru refugees from Tripura camp to Mizoram will be resumed from April 27. According to official sources, 123 more families comprising 645 persons are to be repatriated from Naisingpara camp. It is pertinent t
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Assam Tribune reports that Repatriation of Bru refugees from Tripura camp to Mizoram will be resumed from April 27. According to official sources, 123 more families comprising 645 persons are to be repatriated from Naisingpara camp. It is pertinent to note that hundreds of Brus left Mizoram in 1997 and 2009. The first case was triggered when Bru militants murdered two Mizos who were Forest guards on October 21, 1997. The second case happened after a 17-year-old Mizo boy was killed by the Brus near Bungthuam village on November 13, 2009.
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April - 26 
Court granted bail to former Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Mendhar, Mukhtiyar Ahmed Choudhary, Ranjit Singh and Qasim Hussain who are allegedly involved in fake gun- license scam.
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Court granted bail to former Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Mendhar, Mukhtiyar Ahmed Choudhary, Ranjit Singh and Qasim Hussain who are allegedly involved in fake gun- license scam.
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April - 26 
Dhanyaram Reang, the self-styled ‘commander-in-chief’ of United Democratic Liberation Army (UDLA), claimed the responsibility of the abduction of Zakir Hussain Laskar, a small time businessman from South Hailakandi District, arguing that Zakir was in
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Dhanyaram Reang, the self-styled ‘commander-in-chief’ of United Democratic Liberation Army (UDLA), claimed the responsibility of the abduction of Zakir Hussain Laskar, a small time businessman from South Hailakandi District, arguing that Zakir was involved with their rival outfit, led by slain Atabur Rahman, reports Sentinel. Dhanyaram said that, Zakir was one of the cadres of Atabur’s gang which attacked UDLA on November 27, 2009 in a dense forest and to take revenge of the attack, they abducted him. Dhanyaram said, the way Muslims in the South Hailakandi were threatening the Reangs was uncalled for and cautioned the Muslims from doing so.
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April - 26 
Hindustan Times reports that the Odisha Government has apparently taken the decision to resume the operation against the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) after intelligence inputs revealed that the Maoists were regrouping and planning for
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Hindustan Times reports that the Odisha Government has apparently taken the decision to resume the operation against the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) after intelligence inputs revealed that the Maoists were regrouping and planning for major operations in the State. Odisha Police Director General (DG-in-charge) Anup Patnaik said that the State Government had agreed to refrain from operation against them if they did not indulged in any unlawful activities, but the Maoists have breached the agreement. Patnaik said there had been a marked increase in the activities of the Maoists in the recent weeks. They have violated the agreement with the Government by distributing provocative posters, terrorising people in villages and moving around with arms and ammunition, he said. "We have detected several Maoist camps in Malkangiri, Koraput, Ganjam and Sundergarh. We have reports that three main Maoist groups have planned a major operation in the State," he added.
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April - 26 
IBNLive reports that the Police recovered a landmine from Lalganj-Purnaini road near Purnaini in Vaishali District on April 26, Director General of Police (DGP) Neelmani said. Based on information provided by a villager, the Policemen searched a plac
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IBNLive reports that the Police recovered a landmine from Lalganj-Purnaini road near Purnaini in Vaishali District on April 26, Director General of Police (DGP) Neelmani said. Based on information provided by a villager, the Policemen searched a place and found the powerful landmine suspected to be planted by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, Neelmani said. "We have decided to give a reward of INR 25,000 to the villager," he added.
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April - 26 
In a separate incident, Pakistan Army resorted to ceasefire violation on the Line of Control (LoC) at Shahpur Doda in Poonch Sector on April 26 in an attempt to push armed infiltrators into India but their attempt was foiled by the troops, according
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In a separate incident, Pakistan Army resorted to ceasefire violation on the Line of Control (LoC) at Shahpur Doda in Poonch Sector on April 26 in an attempt to push armed infiltrators into India but their attempt was foiled by the troops, according to Daily Excelsior. Troops of 15th Jat regiment deployed at forward pickets of Shahpur Doda in Poonch sector neutralized the militants trying to sneak into this side under covering fire from across the LoC.
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April - 26 
Kashmir Times reports that the Inspector General (IG) Border Security Force (BSF), Baljit Singh claimed in Srinagar, that militant in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (POK) are desperate to infiltrate into the valley. “We have reports that militants are des
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Kashmir Times reports that the Inspector General (IG) Border Security Force (BSF), Baljit Singh claimed in Srinagar, that militant in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (POK) are desperate to infiltrate into the valley. “We have reports that militants are desperate for infiltration into Kashmir for creating disturbance," the IG stated. Singh said security agencies including BSF and Army were ready to face the challenge and would ensure that the ultras do not succeed in their efforts. General Officer Commanding (GOC), 25th Infantry Division, Major General Om Prakash said that as per intelligence reports, there are about 42 training camps across LoC. 450 odd militants are lodged in camps and launching pads, and staged for infiltration. “Infiltration attempts will increase with the melting of snow as per analysis of past militant methods and activities along the LoC,” he said, adding that Army is well prepared to meet the challenge. Regarding the militants operating in hinterlands of the state, the GOC said that nearly 200 militants are operating in the South of Pir Panjal region. “There are militant. We are regularly getting inputs of their movement. The backbone of the militancy in South of Pir Panchal has been broken,” the GOC asserted, adding that the rest will be wiped out in due course of time. “Zero-infiltration has been achieved along the LoC in South of Pir Panchal in Jammu and Kashmir,” he claimed. On Pakistan Army's role in keeping check over infiltration from across the border, Major General Prakash said, “We respect ceasefire agreement between the two nations but there were several ceasefire violations and exchange of fire last year. However, we noticed now that alertness of troops along borders has foiled infiltration attempts.”
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April - 26 
Sadhvi Prangya Singh Thakur, one of the alleged conspirators behind the Malegaon blast case, on April 26, denied the charge of playing any role in either the Malegaon blast or Sunil Joshi (a Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) worker who was a suspect
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Sadhvi Prangya Singh Thakur, one of the alleged conspirators behind the Malegaon blast case, on April 26, denied the charge of playing any role in either the Malegaon blast or Sunil Joshi (a Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) worker who was a suspect in the Samjhauta Express blast case) murder case, and alleged that Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Digvijay Singh and Union Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar were responsible for both offences, reports The Hindu. According to local news reports, she also alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Government in Madhya Pradesh was not doing enough to bring the real conspirators to book. The Sadhvi made the statements while leaving for Mumbai from Indore, where she was admitted to the M.Y. Hospital.
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April - 26 
Sentinel reports that one civilian identified as Bordeka Kro (55) was shot dead by Karbi Peoples Liberation Front (KPLT) militants at Karuna Singnar Gaon near the New Life School in Karbi Anglong District on April 26.
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Sentinel reports that one civilian identified as Bordeka Kro (55) was shot dead by Karbi Peoples Liberation Front (KPLT) militants at Karuna Singnar Gaon near the New Life School in Karbi Anglong District on April 26.
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April - 26 
SFs arrested a Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) militant of Nando faction and Kuki National Army (KNA) militant from Yaingangpokpi area in Imphal West District on April 26. The arrestees were identified as one Sagolsem Bimol Singh (29) of KCP Nando g
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SFs arrested a Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) militant of Nando faction and Kuki National Army (KNA) militant from Yaingangpokpi area in Imphal West District on April 26. The arrestees were identified as one Sagolsem Bimol Singh (29) of KCP Nando group while the (KNA) militant is identified as one Thangkhusad (23). Three live rounds of AK 47 ammunition was recovered from there possession.
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April - 26 
SFs arrested one People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), identified as Mayanglambam Ibomcha Singh alias Sarkar, from Jalal Provision area of Thangal Bazar in Imphal West District. SFs recovered one 9mm pistol with one magazine loaded wit
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SFs arrested one People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), identified as Mayanglambam Ibomcha Singh alias Sarkar, from Jalal Provision area of Thangal Bazar in Imphal West District. SFs recovered one 9mm pistol with one magazine loaded with two live rounds from his possession.
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April - 26 
SFs arrested PLA militant, identified as one Huidrom Inaocha Singh alias Ireinganba (35), from the general area of Thongjao of Thoubal District.
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SFs arrested PLA militant, identified as one Huidrom Inaocha Singh alias Ireinganba (35), from the general area of Thongjao of Thoubal District.
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April - 26 
The Hindu reports that the West Bengal Police arrested a top cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) identified as Gautam Rana, an ‘area commander' of the Maoist squad, near Lodhasuli under Jhargram Police Station in West Midnapore
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The Hindu reports that the West Bengal Police arrested a top cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) identified as Gautam Rana, an ‘area commander' of the Maoist squad, near Lodhasuli under Jhargram Police Station in West Midnapore District on April 26. Jhargram Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Mukesh Kumar said Rama, wanted in several cases of murder and kidnapping, was picked up following a tip off. Police said Gautam Rana, a resident of Kharbandi village, was active in Sankrail in Jhargram and Beliabera areas, adds Times of India. He was involved in several murders, including that of abducted Police constable Sarkar Hembram. He was also the key accused in the explosions at Kharbandi and Patashimul gram Panchayats (village level local self-Government institution). Rana was arrested in December 2009 but released on bail. He became an important member of the Maoist-backed People’s Committee against Police Atrocities (PCPA). He went underground and joined a Maoist squad. The Police recovered two pistols, six rounds of cartridges and a motorcycle from his possession.
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April - 26 
The Hynniewtrep National Youth Front (HNYF) asked the GNLA to stop its extortion activities which "may lead to communal tension between the two major groups" in the State, reports Shillong Times. Accusing the Garo militant outfit of being largely act
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The Hynniewtrep National Youth Front (HNYF) asked the GNLA to stop its extortion activities which "may lead to communal tension between the two major groups" in the State, reports Shillong Times. Accusing the Garo militant outfit of being largely active in certain parts of West Khasi Hills, HNYF president GH Kharshanlor said they should not target the common and innocent people.
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April - 26 
Times of India reports that the State Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) arrested a woman cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) identified as Sushma Ramteke alias Shraddah Gurav alias Arti (27), from a rented apartment in Talaopali area i
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Times of India reports that the State Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) arrested a woman cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) identified as Sushma Ramteke alias Shraddah Gurav alias Arti (27), from a rented apartment in Talaopali area in Thane District on April 26. A team led by Police officers Jitendra Agarkar and Shailash Gaikwad arrested Sushma on the information revealed during interrogation by Anjali Sontakke alias Angela, a member of the newly-formed Golden Corridor Committee (GCC) of the Maoist arrested on April 25, said ATS Chief Rakesh Maria. The Police have recovered a large quantity of Naxal [Left Wing Extremism] literature, laptops, CDs, audio, video tapes, press notes and cash amounting to INR 455, 000 cash from her. “Sushma heads the base in Pune, which they have been using since 2008. The group targets urban hutments and areas in industrial belts to spread their ideology and recruit tribals. The base in Pune ensured that these two [Angela and Sushma] organise procurement of weapons, flash cameras and other equipment needed by the group. She was involved in handling the salary, in arranging financial assistance, a safe haven for the group members, medical assistance and procurement and storage of weapons. She was also involved in sending the weapons safely when needed to locations decided," said Maria. “Sushma was working as a marketing agent in a Pune-based company under the name Shradha Gurav. They probably used this as a cover,” added Maria.
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April - 26 
Two People's Liberation Army (PLA) militants were killed during an encounter between Security Forces (SFs) and militants in the interior parts of Ukhrul District on April 26, reports Kanglaonline.
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Two People's Liberation Army (PLA) militants were killed during an encounter between Security Forces (SFs) and militants in the interior parts of Ukhrul District on April 26, reports Kanglaonline.
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April - 26 
A tower of 1100 KV transmission line, supplying electricity from Tarbela Dam, was partially damaged when two bombs, planted by unidentified militants, went off in Swabi District. The tower was completely damaged in 2009 and it was the second attempt
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A tower of 1100 KV transmission line, supplying electricity from Tarbela Dam, was partially damaged when two bombs, planted by unidentified militants, went off in Swabi District. The tower was completely damaged in 2009 and it was the second attempt to disrupt the main supply line from Tarbela Dam.
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April - 26 
At least one Guantánamo Bay detainee discovered to be involved in a plot to attack the US Consulate in Peshawar and believed to have carried out a string of bombings in Pakistan in 2002, was also on the payroll for British and Canadian intelligence s
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At least one Guantánamo Bay detainee discovered to be involved in a plot to attack the US Consulate in Peshawar and believed to have carried out a string of bombings in Pakistan in 2002, was also on the payroll for British and Canadian intelligence services, according to secret files on detainees at the Guantánamo Bay prison camp, The express Tribune quoting WikiLeaks reported on April 27. Algerian detainee Adil Hadi al Jazairi bin Hamili, linked with the Algerian Armed Islamic Group and the Hezb-e-Islami Gulbuddin, confessed that he had worked for the Taliban’s foreign ministry and intelligence services as well. Hamili was captured in a raid in Peshawar in 2003. According to Pakistan’s Intelligence Bureau, Hamili was an Algerian terrorist, hired assassin, kidnapper, and member of Osama bin Laden’s “umbrella organisation.” However, the Central Intelligence Agency found that not only was Hamili a source for the British and Canadian intelligence services who had withheld information from the two, but he was also running a terrorist cell. According to US assessment, Hamili was actually Abu Adil, who Khalid Shaikh Mohammad had confessed to meeting in early 2002. Mohammad had given PKR 300,000 to support Abu Adil’s cell in Punjab and an assassination plot against the then President General Pervez Musharraf. According to Mohammad, Abu Adil was responsible for attacks on two churches in Islamabad and Sialkot, and possibly involved in the May 2002 attack on Karachi’s Sheraton Hotel in which 11 French engineers and three Pakistanis were killed. Hamili was recruited by foreign intelligence “because of his connections to members of various al Qaeda linked terrorist groups that operated in Afghanistan and Pakistan.” Hamili was not the only spy in custody. Iraqi detainee Bisher al-Rawi also said he had links with MI5 and was providing information to the agency on Abu Qatada, the ‘spiritual leader of the Armed Islamic Group’. The document states that the intelligence service owned up to this. “When visiting Guantánamo Bay, a member of an allied intelligence service admitted a relationship with the detainee.”
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April - 26 
Federal Minister of Interior Rehman Malik on April 26 said that attempts to defame the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) internationally have always failed, reports Daily Times. “The ISI is never been involved in politics. It has served the country a
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Federal Minister of Interior Rehman Malik on April 26 said that attempts to defame the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) internationally have always failed, reports Daily Times. “The ISI is never been involved in politics. It has served the country and nation tremendously,” said Malik while briefing media at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat after twin blasts in Navy buses in Karachi. “The Interior Ministry controls police and some paramilitary units and the ISI is exclusively controlled by the Pakistan Army,” added Rehman Malik. “The ISI is a patriotic organisation and has a great role in combating terrorism in the country. Those who are trying to malign the agency would never succeed in their designs,” the minister remarked. Malik told media that ‘good clues’ had been found in Tuesday’s attacks on the buses of the Pakistan Navy. “We have found good clues and hopefully will nab the culprits,” he added further.
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April - 26 
Frontier Corps (FC) and other Law Enforcement Agencies (LEA) recovered a cache of arms and ammunition, which included several light machine guns, sub machine guns, 7.62mm and 7mm rifles, night vision goggles, scanners, radio sets and bullet proof jac
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Frontier Corps (FC) and other Law Enforcement Agencies (LEA) recovered a cache of arms and ammunition, which included several light machine guns, sub machine guns, 7.62mm and 7mm rifles, night vision goggles, scanners, radio sets and bullet proof jackets in Pat Feedar area of Jaffarabad District. It was reported that a joint raiding team raided a house in the jurisdiction of Mir Hassan Police Station and arrested the leader of a terrorist outfit who smuggled heavy and sophisticated arms to other terrorist outfits.
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April - 26 
Militants blew up a Government-run primary school for girls in Adezai area on the suburbs of provincial metropolis Peshawar on April 26, reports Dawn.
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Militants blew up a Government-run primary school for girls in Adezai area on the suburbs of provincial metropolis Peshawar on April 26, reports Dawn.
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April - 26 
One Balochistan Constabulary (BC) personnel, identified as Faiz Muhammad, was killed and three others sustained injuries in a landmine blast while they were on their routine patrol on April 26 in Chatter area of Dera Murad Jamali city of Naseerabad D
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One Balochistan Constabulary (BC) personnel, identified as Faiz Muhammad, was killed and three others sustained injuries in a landmine blast while they were on their routine patrol on April 26 in Chatter area of Dera Murad Jamali city of Naseerabad District, reports Daily Times.
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April - 26 
Osama bin Laden escaped US and British forces, closing in on his cave-haven hacked into the mountainside, with the help of a Pakistani warlord who provided guides to take him to safety in north-eastern Afghanistan, Indian Express reported on April 27
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Osama bin Laden escaped US and British forces, closing in on his cave-haven hacked into the mountainside, with the help of a Pakistani warlord who provided guides to take him to safety in north-eastern Afghanistan, Indian Express reported on April 27. The al Qaeda supremo’s successful flight from Tora Bora mountains in Jalalabad in eastern Afghanistan has been seen as an early lapse by the international military. New details about the escape emerged from interrogation reports of the Guantánamo Bay detainees and one account claims that local Pakistani militant ‘commander’ Maulvi Noor Mohammad aided Osama’s escape. The Guardian said that in documents obtained by it, Mohammad provided 40-50 fighters to escort a trapped Osama and his deputy Ayman al-Zawahiri to safety following intervention of al Qaeda ‘commander’ known as Abu Torab in mid-December 2001. Previously, it was said that Osama escaped south from Tora Bora into Pakistan. However, in two accounts from Guantánamo Bay detainees, Osama and Zawahiri headed north to a safe house of an Afghan sympathiser called Awal Malim Gul near Jalalabad. The duo rested there before travelling further on horse back into the remote province of Kunar, where they were to remain for 10 months.
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April - 26 
Security Forces arrested four Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), identified as Mohammad Zahir, Umair Khalil, Zia and Zakir, from Tarnol area of Islamabad on April 26, reports Dawn. Sources said that they had a plan to target Islamabad’s Red Zone and s
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Security Forces arrested four Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), identified as Mohammad Zahir, Umair Khalil, Zia and Zakir, from Tarnol area of Islamabad on April 26, reports Dawn. Sources said that they had a plan to target Islamabad’s Red Zone and sensitive installations in Rawalpindi. They are cadres of Qari Zia group of the TTP, Bajaur chapter. The maps of Islamabad’s Red Zone and sensitive installations and buildings located in Rawalpindi were recovered from their possession.
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April - 26 
Twin bomb blasts targeting two Pakistan Navy buses, carrying officials to work, in Karachi killed four persons, including one civilian female doctor and injured 56 others on April 26, reported Daily Times. According to sources, the first blast hit a
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Twin bomb blasts targeting two Pakistan Navy buses, carrying officials to work, in Karachi killed four persons, including one civilian female doctor and injured 56 others on April 26, reported Daily Times. According to sources, the first blast hit a naval staff carrier bus with 50 personnel onboard in Defence area, killing two people, Sub-Lieutenant Iqbal and Doctor Shazia, and injuries 37 others. The second navy vehicle carrying 35 officials was hit by a timed bomb concealed inside a garbage drum placed by the side of a road in Baldia Town near Northern Bypass, killing two others, identified as Umar Farooq and a civilian employee Muhammad Sharif, and injuring nineteen others. Later, Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed the responsibility for the blasts, and vowed more attacks on Security Forces (SFs). “SFs will be targeted in the future as well, because they are killing their own people in Waziristan and elsewhere on the behest of the United States,” Taliban spokesman Ehsanullah Ehsan said.
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April - 26 
Unidentified militants blew up an eight-inch diameter gas pipeline near Loti Gas Field area of Dera Bugti District, damaging the pipeline and disrupting supply to the gas purification plant in Sui area.
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Unidentified militants blew up an eight-inch diameter gas pipeline near Loti Gas Field area of Dera Bugti District, damaging the pipeline and disrupting supply to the gas purification plant in Sui area.
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April - 26 
At least 14 Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) activists were injured in a clash with the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) cadres at Madi in Chitwan District on April 26, according to Himalayan Times. According to eye witnesses, the cla
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At least 14 Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) activists were injured in a clash with the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) cadres at Madi in Chitwan District on April 26, according to Himalayan Times. According to eye witnesses, the clash ensued after the Maoist cadres suddenly attacked the RPP activists while they were attending a party workers’ meeting at Madi.
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April - 26 
Prime Minister (PM) Jhala Nath Khanal said on April 26 that the peace and statute drafting processes would be completed soon as they were common agendas of all political parties, reports Himalayan Times. The PM argued the seven-point deal between his
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Prime Minister (PM) Jhala Nath Khanal said on April 26 that the peace and statute drafting processes would be completed soon as they were common agendas of all political parties, reports Himalayan Times. The PM argued the seven-point deal between his party [Communist Party of Nepal- Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) and Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) provided the country with a Government. “The deal ended the impasse then,” he maintained, adding that completion of peace and statute drafting processes, social and economic transformation and consolidation of national sovereignty are the major agendas of the seven-point deal. Calling on Nepali Congress to join the Government and help promulgate the statute by May 28, he argued, “However, some time can be granted to the Constituent Assembly in the event of failure.”
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April - 26 
Samyukta Loktantrik Madheshi Morcha said promulgation of a new constitution has no meaning unless the peace process is taken to its logical conclusion. The Morcha argued that there is no alternative to launching a protest as the Government is non-ser
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Samyukta Loktantrik Madheshi Morcha said promulgation of a new constitution has no meaning unless the peace process is taken to its logical conclusion. The Morcha argued that there is no alternative to launching a protest as the Government is non-serious over the Madheshi issues. Senior leaders of the three Madhesh based parties --- Madheshi Janadhikar Forum Nepal-Loktantrik (MJFN-L), Terai Madhesh Loktantrik Party (TMLP) and Nepal Sadbhavana Party --- were present in the press meet. They said if a constitution was promulgated sidelining the Madheshi issues, such a statute will not be acceptable to them.
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April - 26 
Charges against 260 more accused in Pilkhana Carnage Case were read out at a makeshift Court in Dhaka. On April 12, charges against 80 out of 850 accused, including 23 civilians, were read out in the case.
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Charges against 260 more accused in Pilkhana Carnage Case were read out at a makeshift Court in Dhaka. On April 12, charges against 80 out of 850 accused, including 23 civilians, were read out in the case.
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April - 26 
Harkat-ul-Jihad-al Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) leader Mufti Abdul Hannan and one of his accomplices were taken on fresh remand for one day in connection with abduction of a physician in September 2003. Nayeb-e-Ameer of HuJI-B Abdul Hannan Sabbir and h
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Harkat-ul-Jihad-al Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) leader Mufti Abdul Hannan and one of his accomplices were taken on fresh remand for one day in connection with abduction of a physician in September 2003. Nayeb-e-Ameer of HuJI-B Abdul Hannan Sabbir and his accomplice Ainul Haque were interrogated for five days each in a case filed under the Anti-Terrorism Act.
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April - 26 
In a separate Court trial, 27 jawans (troopers) of 23rd Battalion of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) were sentenced by Special Court-12 to jail terms ranging from four months to seven years for their involvement in the mutiny at Khulna Sector Headquart
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In a separate Court trial, 27 jawans (troopers) of 23rd Battalion of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) were sentenced by Special Court-12 to jail terms ranging from four months to seven years for their involvement in the mutiny at Khulna Sector Headquarters on February 25 and 26 in 2009. Charges against the accused were framed in the court on March 27 this year while depositions of 20 prosecution witnesses recorded during trial of the mutiny case.
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April - 26 
Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) has arrested one of the most wanted leaders of Harkat-ul-Jihad-al Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) Rahmatullah alias Sheikh Farid alias Shawkat Osman (47) Tongi Railway Station area of Gazipur District on April 26. Farid was pl
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Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) has arrested one of the most wanted leaders of Harkat-ul-Jihad-al Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) Rahmatullah alias Sheikh Farid alias Shawkat Osman (47) Tongi Railway Station area of Gazipur District on April 26. Farid was playing a vital role to reunite Afghan War participants with some other top leaders of HuJI-B for the last few years, sources in Security Forces (SFs) stated. According to RAB, he is accused in four cases, two for Ramna Batamul carnage in April 2001, one for a grenade attack on an Awami League rally on Bangabandhu Avenue on August 21 in 2004 and the other for planting a 76 kilogrammes bomb near Sheikh Hasina's rally venue in Kotalipara in 2000. RAB claimed that Farid was acting as the HuJI-B ameer (chief) and under his leadership the outfit was reuniting and recruiting members through its District and different madrassa units. He had also served HuJI-B as the ‘general secretary’ and organising secretary and ameer of Dhaka and Chittagong District units. Regarding HuJI-B funding, Farid told that they get financial aid from some 3,000-4,000 associates working in different countries of the Middle East. Afghan War veteran Farid is trained to operate anti-aircraft missile, tank and other sophisticated weapons. He also fought against Myanmar forces for the Arakan Muslims in 1995-96. Farid went into hiding after law enforcers started reinvestigation into different bomb and grenade attacks that saw arrest of a number of HuJI-B leaders including its former chairman Abdus Salam.
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April - 26 
The Ataikula Unit ‘Chief’ of Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP)-Red Flag, Tikka Khan (35) was killed in an encounter in Ataikula in Pabna District on April 26, reports Daily Star. Police recovered a sawed-off shotgun and six bullets from the spot.
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The Ataikula Unit ‘Chief’ of Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP)-Red Flag, Tikka Khan (35) was killed in an encounter in Ataikula in Pabna District on April 26, reports Daily Star. Police recovered a sawed-off shotgun and six bullets from the spot. This was the fourth 'crossfire' incident in the District this year.
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April - 26 
De-mining groups recovered one hundred and two anti personnel mines and eight electric mines from Thammennakulam, Mahilankulam and Marathamadu areas.
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De-mining groups recovered one hundred and two anti personnel mines and eight electric mines from Thammennakulam, Mahilankulam and Marathamadu areas.
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April - 26 
On information received from a civilian troop recovered one 120-mm mortar bomb from Paranthan area.
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On information received from a civilian troop recovered one 120-mm mortar bomb from Paranthan area.
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April - 26 
Reacting to the report by a U United Nations Secretary-General (UNSG) appointed panel of experts, which has accused Colombo of committing war crimes, the Indian Government said it was willing to engage Sri Lanka on the contents of the report, Times
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Reacting to the report by a U United Nations Secretary-General (UNSG) appointed panel of experts, which has accused Colombo of committing war crimes, the Indian Government said it was willing to engage Sri Lanka on the contents of the report, Times of India reported on April 27.
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April - 26 
Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Jaffna Town, Omanthai and Monarawewa areas in the North recovered two Rocket Propeller Grenades (RPGs), six 40-mm grenade launcher bombs, 22 Anti Personnel Mines (APMs) and tw
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Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Jaffna Town, Omanthai and Monarawewa areas in the North recovered two Rocket Propeller Grenades (RPGs), six 40-mm grenade launcher bombs, 22 Anti Personnel Mines (APMs) and two 81-mm mortar bombs on April 26.
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April - 26 
The Hindu reports that following the UN panel report, which, on April 25 accused both the Sri Lankan Government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE) militants of committing war crimes and ordered Colombo to conduct a “genuine” inquiry into
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The Hindu reports that following the UN panel report, which, on April 25 accused both the Sri Lankan Government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE) militants of committing war crimes and ordered Colombo to conduct a “genuine” inquiry into the alleged killing of innocent civilians U.N. chief Ban Ki-moon said on April 26 that he could not order an international probe into the killing of tens of thousands of civilians during Sri Lanka's final assault on Tamil separatists in 2009.Ban said he lacked the authority to order an investigation but that the United Nations would probe its own actions in the war's final months.
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April - 27 
20 Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants surrendered before Meghalaya Home Minister H.D.R. Lyngdoh. Led by ‘chief training instructor’ of the outfit Mingran T. Sangma alias Lodrin T. Sangma, the 20 cadres also deposited one M-16, one AK-56,
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20 Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants surrendered before Meghalaya Home Minister H.D.R. Lyngdoh. Led by ‘chief training instructor’ of the outfit Mingran T. Sangma alias Lodrin T. Sangma, the 20 cadres also deposited one M-16, one AK-56, one 7.62 SLR, three pistols, one grenade, ammunition and documents relating to the aims and objectives of the outfit. Terming the surrender of the cadres as a “red letter day” in the State’s history, H.D.R. Lyngdoh said the Government would announce a “good package” to rehabilitate the militants who had come overground.
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April - 27 
A Police constable, identified as Stembirth Sangma, was arrested at Nongalbibra in South Garo Hills District for having links with the GNLA. He allegedly used to leak internal information of the Police to the outfit's leaders.
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A Police constable, identified as Stembirth Sangma, was arrested at Nongalbibra in South Garo Hills District for having links with the GNLA. He allegedly used to leak internal information of the Police to the outfit's leaders.
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April - 27 
Assam Tribune reports that only 55 Bru refugees, belonging to 12 families, returned to Mizoram from Naisingpara relief camp in neighboring North Tripura district on April 27 as the officials were making arrangements for the return of 123 families.
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Assam Tribune reports that only 55 Bru refugees, belonging to 12 families, returned to Mizoram from Naisingpara relief camp in neighboring North Tripura district on April 27 as the officials were making arrangements for the return of 123 families.
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April - 27 
Assam Tribune reports that the State Government decided to set up nine more designated camps in the State for the cadres of the Pro-Talk faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), as per the directive of the Ministry of Home Affairs. Accordin
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Assam Tribune reports that the State Government decided to set up nine more designated camps in the State for the cadres of the Pro-Talk faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), as per the directive of the Ministry of Home Affairs. According to a high level Police source, out of the nine new designated camps, two camps will be set up in Nalbari District, which is considered to be a hotbed of ULFA militants. He added that the other seven designated camps will be set up in Durbin, Baihata Chariali, Morigaon and Golaghat but the process is still in preliminary stage.
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April - 27 
Court in Srinagar has extended the Police remand of three persons made accused in Moulana Showkat Ahmad killing case by seven days, according to Kashmir Times. The three accused Nisar Ahmad Khan, Abdul Gani Dar alias Abdullah Ghazali and Javed Ahmad
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Court in Srinagar has extended the Police remand of three persons made accused in Moulana Showkat Ahmad killing case by seven days, according to Kashmir Times. The three accused Nisar Ahmad Khan, Abdul Gani Dar alias Abdullah Ghazali and Javed Ahmad Munshi were brought before the City Munsif (Civil Judge) Syed Adnan who extended their remand till May 2. Earlier, on April 20, a local court had remanded these three accused to Police custody upto April 26.
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April - 27 
Four Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants, identified as Sengma Momin, Leping Sangma, Phoni Sangma and William Marak, were arrested at Dalu in West Garo Hills on April 27, reports Times of India.
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Four Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants, identified as Sengma Momin, Leping Sangma, Phoni Sangma and William Marak, were arrested at Dalu in West Garo Hills on April 27, reports Times of India.
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April - 27 
In order to avoid being intercepted by the Police and intelligence agencies, the Maoists cadres have now begun to communicate through High Frequency (HF) radio waves which the Security Forces (SFs) are finding hard to "tap", reports Economic Times. "
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In order to avoid being intercepted by the Police and intelligence agencies, the Maoists cadres have now begun to communicate through High Frequency (HF) radio waves which the Security Forces (SFs) are finding hard to "tap", reports Economic Times. "Naxalites and their cadres have been using cellular phones and VHF sets to communicate but recently we have found that they are now communicating on HF sets," Deputy Inspector General (DIG), Border Security Force (BSF) Ram Avtar said. We have been using our in-built equipments to track and intercept Maoist communication on wireless for quite sometime now, said the BSF officer, who commands five battalions (5,000 personnel) of the force in Kanker District in Chhattisgarh. Top security officials deployed to undertake anti-Naxal operations in Chhattisgarh and other States say an increasing number of Maoist cadres have now begun using the HF radio waves instead of Very High Frequency (VHF) waves used earlier, to escape the surveillance radars of intelligence units. The SFs are now looking to obtain and deploy advanced interception equipment which can intrude the HF waves.
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April - 27 
In order to curb the menace of piracy in the high seas, the Indian Government is contemplating on a new domestic law, Times of India reported on April 28.The law, according to senior officials, has been in the works for some months now with the minis
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In order to curb the menace of piracy in the high seas, the Indian Government is contemplating on a new domestic law, Times of India reported on April 28.The law, according to senior officials, has been in the works for some months now with the ministries of shipping, external affairs, defence, law and home affairs working in close cooperation. The legislation will put together some of the vital points of international laws against piracy, provisions of the IPC and the admiralty laws.
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April - 27 
Kanglaonline reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested at least seven militants including the ‘Commander-in-Chief’ (CIC) of the proscribed United Tribal Liberation Army (UTLA) from separate counter insurgency operations launched in different parts
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Kanglaonline reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested at least seven militants including the ‘Commander-in-Chief’ (CIC) of the proscribed United Tribal Liberation Army (UTLA) from separate counter insurgency operations launched in different parts of Manipur. SFs on April 27 arrested three militants of Max faction of UTLA, including its CIC, during an operation launched near Kaimai village of Tamenglong District. The arrestees were identified as CIC of the outfit Ngurkhabo alias Max (23), Lunminthang (20) and Lulun (18). The SFs recovered eight packages of explosives, two detonators and a five meters long cordex from their possession.
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April - 27 
Principal Sessions Judge Udhampur, A K Sharma on April 27 awarded life-imprisonment, under Section 302/34 RPC to Mohammad Hussain, Mushtaq Ahmed and Gul Mohammad, all residents of Ramnagar tehsil (revenue unit) under Udhampur District for killing Ars
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Principal Sessions Judge Udhampur, A K Sharma on April 27 awarded life-imprisonment, under Section 302/34 RPC to Mohammad Hussain, Mushtaq Ahmed and Gul Mohammad, all residents of Ramnagar tehsil (revenue unit) under Udhampur District for killing Arshad Begum and Amina Begum with sharp edged weapons by slitting their throats at village Kadwa, reports Daily Excelsior. According to Police case, on August 2, 2001 some unidentified assailants killed Arshad Begum and Amina Begum. On this information Police started investigation and found that the accused persons are hardcore militants belonging to Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit and were suspecting deceased Arshad Begum and Amina Begum of supplying information regarding their activities to the Police as the Police officials were frequently visiting their houses.
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April - 27 
SFs arrested one People's Liberation Army (PLA) cadre from near the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) gate in Imphal West District. The arrestee was identified as Mayanglambam Manglem Singh (40).
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SFs arrested one People's Liberation Army (PLA) cadre from near the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) gate in Imphal West District. The arrestee was identified as Mayanglambam Manglem Singh (40).
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April - 27 
SFs arrested one People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre at Takhel Makha Leikai on April 27. The arrestee was identified as one Amom Shyamchand Singh (30). One .32 pistol loaded with seven live rounds in the magazine was recovered f
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SFs arrested one People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre at Takhel Makha Leikai on April 27. The arrestee was identified as one Amom Shyamchand Singh (30). One .32 pistol loaded with seven live rounds in the magazine was recovered from his possession. The arrestee confessed that he joined the outfit in January 2011 through one Aken and was assigned to extort money from general public and motivate young boys to join the outfit.
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April - 27 
Telegraph reports that intelligence inputs reveal that the Paresh Barua faction was carrying out recruitment in lower and central Assam Districts as well. The recruitment is being carried out in the rural areas, particularly from interior villages. U
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Telegraph reports that intelligence inputs reveal that the Paresh Barua faction was carrying out recruitment in lower and central Assam Districts as well. The recruitment is being carried out in the rural areas, particularly from interior villages. ULFA is recruiting youths from Goalpara, Dhubri, Barpeta, Kamrup, Nalbari and Baksa Districts in lower Assam and Darrang and Morigaon in central Assam. In Goalpara and Kamrup Districts, ULFA is recruiting youths mostly from the Rabha community. The recruitments are taking place in Rabha-dominated areas such as Dudhnoi in Goalpara and Boko in Kamrup. “Recruitments are also reportedly taking place at Patacharkuchi in Barpeta District, Tihu in Nalbari district and Barama in Baksa District. According to sources, the Paresh Barua faction carried out most of the recruitments in the run-up to the Assembly polls when the Security Forces (SFs) were focused on carrying out free, fair and peaceful elections.
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April - 27 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a mining engineer, Ranjan Kumar, at Chama Village in Latehar District on April 27, reports ANI. Superintendent of Police of Latehar, Kuldeep Trivedi, said the deceased was engaged in a re
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a mining engineer, Ranjan Kumar, at Chama Village in Latehar District on April 27, reports ANI. Superintendent of Police of Latehar, Kuldeep Trivedi, said the deceased was engaged in a relationship with a girl who was also involved with Maoists, which forced them to kill Kumar.
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April - 27 
The Government of Sri Lanka said on April 27, that the public release of the United nations Secretary-General's Expert Panel report at the present stage was divisive, disrupted Government's efforts to reinforce peace, security and stability in Sri La
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The Government of Sri Lanka said on April 27, that the public release of the United nations Secretary-General's Expert Panel report at the present stage was divisive, disrupted Government's efforts to reinforce peace, security and stability in Sri Lanka and fed into the political agendas of interested parties, according to Colombo Page. Issuing a statement to reiterate the Government's stand that the report handed over to the UN Chief by the Panel appointed by him was fundamentally flawed in many respects, the Ministry of External Affairs said that the "Darusman Report" on accountability in Sri Lanka was based on biased material that was presented without any verification.
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April - 27 
The Hindu reports that a woman commander of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Koraput division militia group, identified as J .Susheela alias Pushpa (23), surrendered before Deputy Inspector General (DIG) southern range, Soumendra Pri
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The Hindu reports that a woman commander of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Koraput division militia group, identified as J .Susheela alias Pushpa (23), surrendered before Deputy Inspector General (DIG) southern range, Soumendra Priyadarshi and in the presence of Superintendent of Police (SP) Anup Sahu in Koraput District on April 27. Pushpa headed the publicity and cultural wing of the Maoists in the District before being assigned tougher operational tasks. Pushpa was active in Odisha and adjoining Andhra Pradesh. She had carried a reward of INR 200, 000 cash on her head in Andhra Pradesh. She was also involved in a major encounter with the Police at Kalimela in Malkangiri District. Pushpa also the wife of jailed top ranking Maoist leader Chenda Bhushan alias Ghasi, a senior member of the Andhra Odisha Border Special Zone Committee (AOBSZC), revealed to the Police that the Maoists had become apathetic towards her since the arrest of her husband on April 25 and was not even paying any attention to her health problems. Pushpa hails from a family of menial labourers at Vanakawadi village under Elvinpeta Police Station in Vizianagaram District of Andhra Pradesh. Pushpa joined the Maoists in 2005 and had married Ghasi in 2010. She was involved in several major cases of Maoist violence in undivided Koraput District and adjoining Andhra Pradesh. She was involved in attack on Panchpatmali hill top mines of National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) in Koraput District on April 12, 2009. She was also part of the Maoist group that attacked R. Ugayagiri town and jail in Gajapati District on March 24, 2006 and an encounter with Security Forces in Kalimela area of Malkangiri District in 2008. She was also involved in several cases of violence in Andhra Pradesh. According to the DIG Priyadarshi, she was leader of Jan Natya Mandali, and as an area committee member she had the capacity to carry a .303 rifle in the outfit.
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April - 27 
The Kangleipak Communist Party-Maoist (KCP-Maoist) in a statement on April 27 appealed to the people to discuss on the modalities to resolve conflict situation in Manipur. A KCP-Maoist statement issued by Nonglen Meitei, assistant secretary Publicity
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The Kangleipak Communist Party-Maoist (KCP-Maoist) in a statement on April 27 appealed to the people to discuss on the modalities to resolve conflict situation in Manipur. A KCP-Maoist statement issued by Nonglen Meitei, assistant secretary Publicity and Propaganda, said once a way and means to resolve conflict situation in Manipur is found, the true nature of India would be revealed automatically and also as to why the people choose to take to arm revolution rather than non-violent movement.
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April - 27 
The People’s Liberation Guerrilla Army (PLGA), the military wing of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), is training its cadres to counter aerial attacks in the event of air strikes by the Indian Air Force, reports Deccan Chronicle. Sour
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The People’s Liberation Guerrilla Army (PLGA), the military wing of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), is training its cadres to counter aerial attacks in the event of air strikes by the Indian Air Force, reports Deccan Chronicle. Sources said that the Maoists are also planning to carry out strikes on airports. The Special Intelligence Branch of the anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism] agency of Andhra Pradesh Police had recently recovered key documents and sketches with details of how Maoists will defend air attacks and capture airports. The syllabus for military training of Maoist cadres is being revamped. A manual, titled Guerrilla Air Defence written by the ‘central military commissioner’ and senior Maoist Tipparthi Tirupati alias ‘Devji’ of Andhra Pradesh has been introduced into the Maoist syllabus. This syllabus includes instructions on how to kill air force commandos while they climb down during air drops from choppers. Sources in the State Police Headquarters say that the Maoists are a step ahead in combat strategies.
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April - 27 
Times of India reports that the National Investigation Agency (NIA) was granted the permission by a Central Beuro of Investigation (CBI) judge in Kochi in Kerala to conduct further probe into a case relating to chopping off of the palm of T J Joseph,
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Times of India reports that the National Investigation Agency (NIA) was granted the permission by a Central Beuro of Investigation (CBI) judge in Kochi in Kerala to conduct further probe into a case relating to chopping off of the palm of T J Joseph, a lecturer of Newman College in Thodupuzha following blasphemy allegations in 2010. The NIA informed the court some fundamentalist organisations from abroad had aided those who had chopped off the palm of Joseph on July 4, 2010, when he was returning home after attending a mass at a nearby church. According to the NIA detailed probe was required to uncover these aspects of the case. The State police had already arrested 27 activists of the Popular Front of India (PFI) who were allegedly involved in the case, while another 27 were still absconding. Prof Joseph had allegedly made some blasphemous references against Prophet Mohammed in a question paper he had set for his students in the Newman College.
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April - 27 
Times of India reports that two persons have been arrested following a case lodged by the Railway Police for issuing threat call that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) will blow up the Narkatiaganj Railway Station in West Champaran Dis
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Times of India reports that two persons have been arrested following a case lodged by the Railway Police for issuing threat call that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) will blow up the Narkatiaganj Railway Station in West Champaran District on April 27, Muzaffarpur Superintendent of Railway Police (SRP), Sheo Kumar Jha, said. The arrestees have been identified as Nagendra Sharma of Bansipur village under Sahodara Police Station, who confessed that he had called the Divisional Railway Manager (DRM), Samastipur, S P Trivedi, and Awanish Kumar, who had sold SIM in the name of one, Champa Devi, which was used by the caller to issue threat to the DRM. SRP Jha made an inquiry at Narkatiaganj and directed the Police to remain alert. He also directed the Raxaul Railway Police to tighten security measures in wake of the threat call.
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April - 27 
Twenty Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) cadres, along with its chief training instructor, Ningrang Sangma, will surrender on April 27 (today) before the Meghalaya Government, reports Assam Tribune. Official sources said the cadres have taken the
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Twenty Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) cadres, along with its chief training instructor, Ningrang Sangma, will surrender on April 27 (today) before the Meghalaya Government, reports Assam Tribune. Official sources said the cadres have taken the decision to quit the militant outfit due to “ideological differences and also ill-treatment meted out by its top-rung leaders.” The twenty militants are on their way to the State capital to surrender before the Home Minister, HDR Lyngdoh, the sources said.
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April - 27 
Two landmines planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were recovered from forested locations in restive Bastar region on April 27, reports IANS. A 15-kilogram landmine, buried in a road in Palnar area in Dantewada District,
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Two landmines planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were recovered from forested locations in restive Bastar region on April 27, reports IANS. A 15-kilogram landmine, buried in a road in Palnar area in Dantewada District, was recovered while another five-kilogram landmine was found from Cherpal village in Bijapur District. Police said both the landmines were placed to target Security Forces who routinely search the area for the Maoist cadres.
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April - 27 
A passenger train was attacked and two eight-inch diameter gas pipelines were blown up in two explosions in Jacobabad District and Dera Bugti District on April 27, reported Daily Times. Unidentified assailants had planted an explosive device on the r
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A passenger train was attacked and two eight-inch diameter gas pipelines were blown up in two explosions in Jacobabad District and Dera Bugti District on April 27, reported Daily Times. Unidentified assailants had planted an explosive device on the railway tracks near a bordering area between Jaffarabad District and Jacobabad District, and detonated the device by a remote control when the Karachi bound Bolan Mail from Quetta passed by the area. The blast damaged 20-feet-long section of the railway track, derailing the engine and four bogies of the train. However, no casualties were reported.
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April - 27 
ANP activist Asif was shot dead in the limits of Shahrah-e-Faisal Police Station.
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ANP activist Asif was shot dead in the limits of Shahrah-e-Faisal Police Station.
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April - 27 
Four persons, including two activists of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) and one each of the Awami National Party (ANP) and the Jeay Sindh Qaumi Mahaz (JSQM) were killed in Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh on April 27, reported Daily Times.
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Four persons, including two activists of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) and one each of the Awami National Party (ANP) and the Jeay Sindh Qaumi Mahaz (JSQM) were killed in Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh on April 27, reported Daily Times. Two PPP workers, identified as Iqbal and Hussain Abid, were shot dead while two activists of the People’s Students Federation (PSF) were injured in firing by unidentified armed assailants near Safari Park, within the jurisdiction of Gulshan-e-Iqbal Police Station.
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April - 27 
Militants hurled hand grenade at the house of Qayum Khan, the headmaster of high school Shabqadar. The house was partially damaged in the attack.
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Militants hurled hand grenade at the house of Qayum Khan, the headmaster of high school Shabqadar. The house was partially damaged in the attack.
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April - 27 
On April 27, quoting United States (US) military documents posted by WikiLeaks, Times of India reported that the mastermind of 9/11 attacks Khalid Shaikh Mohammed was warned by a senior al Qaeda military commander to not to kill Wall Street Journal r
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On April 27, quoting United States (US) military documents posted by WikiLeaks, Times of India reported that the mastermind of 9/11 attacks Khalid Shaikh Mohammed was warned by a senior al Qaeda military commander to not to kill Wall Street Journal reporter Daniel Pearl in February 2002 and that he should be “returned back to one of the previous groups who held him” or "freed". However, Shaikh Mohammed during his interrogation told the US interrogators at Guantánamo Bay that he cut off Pearl's head anyway.
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April - 27 
One Mohammad Haris, an activist of JSQM was gunned down in Port Qasim Industrial Area within the limits of Sukkhun Police Station.
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One Mohammad Haris, an activist of JSQM was gunned down in Port Qasim Industrial Area within the limits of Sukkhun Police Station.
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April - 27 
Police arrested six persons, including three from Railway Police, after seizing a truck loaded with arms and ammunitions, being carried from Peshawar, at a picket near Grassy Lane on Rawal Road in Rawalpindi District on April 27, reports Daily Times.
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Police arrested six persons, including three from Railway Police, after seizing a truck loaded with arms and ammunitions, being carried from Peshawar, at a picket near Grassy Lane on Rawal Road in Rawalpindi District on April 27, reports Daily Times. According to sources, a Police party was performing its routine duty at a Police picket near Grassy Lane, Fauji Tower when they intercepted a car and Shahzore truck, seizing 31 wooden boxes packed with arms and ammunitions and arresting five people, travelling in the car ahead of the truck and the truck driver.
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April - 27 
Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on April 27 rejected the claims that the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) had ventured into any project without the Government’s knowledge, and that the country’s intelligence agencies were subservient to the Govern
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Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on April 27 rejected the claims that the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) had ventured into any project without the Government’s knowledge, and that the country’s intelligence agencies were subservient to the Government and were not involved in any act that was against national interests, reports Daily Times. Gilani’s defence of the ISI came in response to April 26 Western media reports of Guantanamo Bay files ranking ISI as a terrorist organisation along with al Qaeda and other such terrorist outfits, adds The Hindu. “If the ISI has taken some step, it has been done with our backing,” said Gilani.
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April - 27 
Sindh Police and its Crime Investigation Department (CID) arrested five alleged target killers. According to sources, a CID Police team raided a house in Mauripur and arrested one target killer, Bakht Chandio and recovered a TT pistol and ammunition
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Sindh Police and its Crime Investigation Department (CID) arrested five alleged target killers. According to sources, a CID Police team raided a house in Mauripur and arrested one target killer, Bakht Chandio and recovered a TT pistol and ammunition from his possession. Liaquatabad Town Police arrested two target killers, identified as Irfan and Junaid, allegedly involved in killing of the younger brother of SHO Super Market police station Shafiq Tanoli. Orangi Town Police arrested a target killer from Pirabad area who was allegedly involved in more than 10 murders. Mochko Police arrested Wakeel Khan involved in the murder of a Police constable Abid in January 2008 at Mochko area and recovered a TT pistol from his possession.
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April - 27 
The dead bodies of three Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) militants were found in various areas in Bara tehsil (revenue unit) of Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 27, reports Dawn. The body of Mohammad Ayub alias Boda, a local
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The dead bodies of three Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) militants were found in various areas in Bara tehsil (revenue unit) of Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 27, reports Dawn. The body of Mohammad Ayub alias Boda, a local ‘commander’ of LI, was found in Sepah area of Bara. Sources said that his colleagues killed him after developing differences with him. Two other alleged militants Gul Wais and Shah Syed were killed by unidentified assailants and their bodies were found in Sheen Drand area of Akkakhel.
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April - 27 
Unidentified assailants shot dead a Frontier corps (FC) soldier, Islam Zada, in front of his house in Angor Korona of Shabqadar in Charsadda District.
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Unidentified assailants shot dead a Frontier corps (FC) soldier, Islam Zada, in front of his house in Angor Korona of Shabqadar in Charsadda District.
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April - 27 
Unidentified terrorists blew up two gas pipelines in the Loti area of Dera Bugti District, resulting in disruption of the gas supply to the Sui plant. The Baloch Republican Army (BRA) claimed responsibility for both the attacks.
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Unidentified terrorists blew up two gas pipelines in the Loti area of Dera Bugti District, resulting in disruption of the gas supply to the Sui plant. The Baloch Republican Army (BRA) claimed responsibility for both the attacks.
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April - 27 
Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) leader K. P. Oli remarked that the statute-drafting process can be completed within a month and the peace process within four days if the UCPN-M really wants, Kantipuronline reports. He said
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Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) leader K. P. Oli remarked that the statute-drafting process can be completed within a month and the peace process within four days if the UCPN-M really wants, Kantipuronline reports. He said the peace and statute drafting processes could not gain momentum due to lack of willingness on the part of the Maoists and accused the Maoists of trying to capture the power by creating anarchy in the nation. In response to the question if Prime Minster Jhala Nath Khanal would be called back from the Government, Oli said, “There is no tradition to call back, he should resign.” Nepal News, however, quoted him as saying that his party would call back the Prime Minister after May 28 if he failed to deliver peace and statute by then. "Khanal is failing to meet the objectives and forge national consensus for peace and constitution," he argued, adding that Khanal has not been able to turn his words into deeds. Oli also asserted that there is no possibility of even a brief constitution being ready by May 28.
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April - 27 
The Nepali Congress (NC) General Secretary Krishna Sitaula on April 27 said that the Constituent Assembly (CA) term should not be extended until a concrete basis for People’s Liberation Army (PLA) combatants' integration was prepared, according to Hi
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The Nepali Congress (NC) General Secretary Krishna Sitaula on April 27 said that the Constituent Assembly (CA) term should not be extended until a concrete basis for People’s Liberation Army (PLA) combatants' integration was prepared, according to Himalayan Times. Sitaula said the present political deadlock will not end due to the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist’s (UCPN-M) double standard.
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April - 27 
A recent study by UN Rapporteur Lars-Anders Baer found an extensive military presence and ongoing land disputes in the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) in 2010. "When the idea of the study was presented to the UN's Economic and Social Council, the Bangl
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A recent study by UN Rapporteur Lars-Anders Baer found an extensive military presence and ongoing land disputes in the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) in 2010. "When the idea of the study was presented to the UN's Economic and Social Council, the Bangladesh delegation... argued that there were no 'indigenous' people in Bangladesh”.
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April - 27 
Brahmanbaria Police recovered 39 cocktail bombs in an abandoned condition from a field near Ashik Plaza in the town on April 27, reports Daily Star. Official sources claimed that, more than 100 cocktail bomb were recovered in the last 35 days from se
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Brahmanbaria Police recovered 39 cocktail bombs in an abandoned condition from a field near Ashik Plaza in the town on April 27, reports Daily Star. Official sources claimed that, more than 100 cocktail bomb were recovered in the last 35 days from several areas of Brahmanbaria town in Brahmanbaria District.
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April - 27 
Five Islamic scholars requested the Supreme Court to cancel a High Court verdict that declared fatwa (religious edict) illegal, saying that fatwa cannot be stopped. Fatwa is part and parcel of Islam, Islamic culture and its principle, the scholars sa
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Five Islamic scholars requested the Supreme Court to cancel a High Court verdict that declared fatwa (religious edict) illegal, saying that fatwa cannot be stopped. Fatwa is part and parcel of Islam, Islamic culture and its principle, the scholars said while placing their opinions before the Appellate Division during the hearing of an appeal that challenged the 2001 High Court verdict.
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April - 27 
Three jawans (troopers) of 22nd Battalion of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) were sentenced to jail terms by the Special Court-12, ranging from four months to seven years for their involvement in the mutiny at the Battalion Headquarters in Jessore on F
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Three jawans (troopers) of 22nd Battalion of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) were sentenced to jail terms by the Special Court-12, ranging from four months to seven years for their involvement in the mutiny at the Battalion Headquarters in Jessore on February 26 , 2009.
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April - 27 
Army troops combined with Navy recovered three 60-mm mortar bombs, six 60-mm mortar bomb fuses, three rounds of T-56 ammunition and 44 Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG) links from Akkarayankulam area.
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Army troops combined with Navy recovered three 60-mm mortar bombs, six 60-mm mortar bomb fuses, three rounds of T-56 ammunition and 44 Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG) links from Akkarayankulam area.
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April - 27 
Colombo Page reported that the United Nations said on April 27 that it was unable to provide an accurate count of fatalities during the last stages of Sri Lanka's armed offensive against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants. Respondi
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Colombo Page reported that the United Nations said on April 27 that it was unable to provide an accurate count of fatalities during the last stages of Sri Lanka's armed offensive against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants. Responding to questions during the daily press briefing at the UN headquarters in New York, Martin Nesirky, the spokesperson of the UN Secretary-General said that for security reasons, UN staff had to be withdrawn from parts of Sri Lanka during that period and were unable to make assessments as a result.
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April - 27 
De-mining groups recovered 188 Antipersonnel Mines and three electric mines from Thammennakulam, Mahilankulam, Maruthamadu and Kalyanapura areas.
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De-mining groups recovered 188 Antipersonnel Mines and three electric mines from Thammennakulam, Mahilankulam, Maruthamadu and Kalyanapura areas.
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April - 27 
Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Chenkanai, Allari and Kilinochchi areas in the North-recovered one Self Loading Rifle (SLR), two magazines, one 81 mm mortar bomb and one hand grenade on April 27.
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Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Chenkanai, Allari and Kilinochchi areas in the North-recovered one Self Loading Rifle (SLR), two magazines, one 81 mm mortar bomb and one hand grenade on April 27.
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April - 27 
The United Kingdom and the United States, welcomed the report submitted to the United Nations Secretary-General by the Panel of Experts appointed by him to probe Sri Lanka's accountability during the last stages of the armed conflict against the Libe
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The United Kingdom and the United States, welcomed the report submitted to the United Nations Secretary-General by the Panel of Experts appointed by him to probe Sri Lanka's accountability during the last stages of the armed conflict against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, Colombo Page reported on April 28.
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April - 27 
Welcoming the public release of the report by the United Nations Secretary-General’s Panel of Experts on the Sri Lanka's accountability during the last phase of the armed conflict , the High Commissioner for Human Rights Navi Pillay on April 27 calle
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Welcoming the public release of the report by the United Nations Secretary-General’s Panel of Experts on the Sri Lanka's accountability during the last phase of the armed conflict , the High Commissioner for Human Rights Navi Pillay on April 27 called for further international investigation on the alleged war crimes, according to Colombo Page. Pillay accused the Sri Lankan government of conducting a war under the guise of fighting terrorism and killing thousands of civilians. "The way this conflict was conducted, under the guise of fighting terrorism, challenged the very foundations of the rules of war and cost the lives of tens of thousands of civilians," the High Commissioner observed.
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April - 28 
A State Road Transport Corporation (SRTC) driver, Ghulam Jeelani Bhat, who was injured on April 25 during stone pelting on Panchayat (village level local self-government) elections staff in Baramulla District, succumbed to the injuries on April 28, r
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A State Road Transport Corporation (SRTC) driver, Ghulam Jeelani Bhat, who was injured on April 25 during stone pelting on Panchayat (village level local self-government) elections staff in Baramulla District, succumbed to the injuries on April 28, reports The Times of India.
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April - 28 
Assam Tribune reports that the Assam Government is planning to virtually shut the door on surrendered or Pro-Talks militants of various banned outfits denying them easy access to licensed arms. However, the sources could not divulge the number of for
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Assam Tribune reports that the Assam Government is planning to virtually shut the door on surrendered or Pro-Talks militants of various banned outfits denying them easy access to licensed arms. However, the sources could not divulge the number of former militants using licensed weapons.
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April - 28 
Assam Tribune reports that Tripura Government on April 28 declared that all the promises offered at the time of signing a tripartite peace accord with Nayanbasi faction of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT-NB) on December 17, 2004 were fulfi
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Assam Tribune reports that Tripura Government on April 28 declared that all the promises offered at the time of signing a tripartite peace accord with Nayanbasi faction of National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT-NB) on December 17, 2004 were fulfilled.The announcement came after holding a review meeting with the former rebel leaders of NLFT-NB in the presence of Tribal Welfare Minister Aghore Debbarma. All the schemes undertaken as part of the tripartite peace accord were reviewed threadbare in the presence of officials from Tribal Welfare department and Director General of Police (DGP) K Saleem Ali. Bhuchuk Borok, vice president of the NLFT-NB who remained present in the review meeting, praised the Ministry of Home Affairs and State Government for being sincere in fulfilling the peace accord promises.
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April - 28 
Citing security reasons, the Election Commission relocated 200 polling booths for the May 8 by-election in Bastar parliamentary constituency. “We have changed the voting places of 200 polling booths out of Bastar’s total 1,716 booths,” Sunil Kujur, c
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Citing security reasons, the Election Commission relocated 200 polling booths for the May 8 by-election in Bastar parliamentary constituency. “We have changed the voting places of 200 polling booths out of Bastar’s total 1,716 booths,” Sunil Kujur, chief electoral officer, Chhattisgarh, told IANS. He said the ‘relocation of voting places was being done mainly for security reasons which was necessary for smooth conduct of elections’. In 2009 when Bastar went to polls, some 88 polling booths had been relocated, he added. Official sources said the 200 booths that were relocated were based in forested areas controlled by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and the authorities were not in a position to hold elections and also to deploy forces and send polling teams. The election for Bastar was necessitated by the death of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament Baliram Kashyap in March 2011.
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April - 28 
Daily Excelsior reports that Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) Chairman, Mohammad Yasin Malik, was arrested by Srinagar Police while leading a protest demonstration against the detention of a youth, identified as Ashiq Hussain Dar.
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Daily Excelsior reports that Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) Chairman, Mohammad Yasin Malik, was arrested by Srinagar Police while leading a protest demonstration against the detention of a youth, identified as Ashiq Hussain Dar.
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April - 28 
Eight Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including four women, surrendered before the Superintendent of Police (SP) Kanti Rana Tata in Khammam on April 28, according to The Hindu. The SP said that the eight armed members of various
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Eight Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including four women, surrendered before the Superintendent of Police (SP) Kanti Rana Tata in Khammam on April 28, according to The Hindu. The SP said that the eight armed members of various Gutti Koya tribal settlements in Chintur mandal (administrative division) were indulged in a series of offences at the behest of CPI-Maoist Sabari area committee in Bhadrachalam division in the past two years.
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April - 28 
Kanglaonline reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested at least five militants during separate counter insurgency operations launched in different parts of the State. SFs arrested four cadres of the Kangleipak Communist Party-Mobile Task Force (KCP
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Kanglaonline reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested at least five militants during separate counter insurgency operations launched in different parts of the State. SFs arrested four cadres of the Kangleipak Communist Party-Mobile Task Force (KCP-MTF) militants from their respective houses on April 27 in Imphal West District. The arrestees were identified as Thoudam Sanjit (31), Salam Amuba (35), Sagolshem Ibochou (51) and Maibam Indira (35). On spot verification they disclosed that they are working under the command of Kesho of KCP -MTF.
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April - 28 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested one People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) cadre, identified as Muhammad Riyajuddin alias Sathiba (35), from Golapati near Minuthong Bridge in Imphal East District on April 28. One 9mm Pistol loaded with two live round
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested one People’s United Liberation Front (PULF) cadre, identified as Muhammad Riyajuddin alias Sathiba (35), from Golapati near Minuthong Bridge in Imphal East District on April 28. One 9mm Pistol loaded with two live rounds was recovered from his possession. On verification, he disclosed that he joined PULF organization in the month of February 2009 through one Raj Khan and he was involve in extortion of money from general public, Government officials, transportation of arms and ammunition from one place to another and provided shelter to PULF cadres.
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April - 28 
Sentinel reports on April 28 that former Chief Minister Zoramthanga has assured that the Mizos would contribute whatever they can towards finding a solution to the protracted Naga political problem. Zoramthanga said, “It needs patience in any peace t
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Sentinel reports on April 28 that former Chief Minister Zoramthanga has assured that the Mizos would contribute whatever they can towards finding a solution to the protracted Naga political problem. Zoramthanga said, “It needs patience in any peace talks,” adding that it took 15 years for culmination of the Mizo peace process. He also said that the breakthrough had come only after seven rounds of talks between Government of India and Mizo militant leaders.
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April - 28 
Sentinel reports on April 28 that the alleged involvement of some police personnel in “passing information” to the Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) has much to do in the failure of the State Police Department in its operations against the outfit.
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Sentinel reports on April 28 that the alleged involvement of some police personnel in “passing information” to the Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) has much to do in the failure of the State Police Department in its operations against the outfit. Despite concrete intelligence inputs on the movement and activities of the Garo outfit, operations launched by the State police against the outfit failed to yield the desired results. It is alleged that Armed Branch constable Stemilbert T Sangma, a resident of village (Bolkengre) from where GNLA ‘commander-in-chief’ Sohan hails, had provided information to the outfit on the movement of police during the operations. The police constable was arrested on April 26, after fixing in place a mechanism (like tapping phones of suspects) to determine “information leakage”. Admitting that the leakage of vital information by the said policeman has had a “jeopardizing effect” on police operations against the militant outfit, the Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP), however, said that those who indulged in such activities were influenced by GNLA ‘chairman’ Champion Sangma, the deserted Deputy Superintendent of the State police.
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April - 28 
SFs arrested a cadre of the Kangleipak Communist Party-Military Council (KCP-MC), identified as one R.K Manisana Singh (32), from Khongjom bazaar in Thoubal District. On verification he revealed that he is an active member of the outfit and working i
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SFs arrested a cadre of the Kangleipak Communist Party-Military Council (KCP-MC), identified as one R.K Manisana Singh (32), from Khongjom bazaar in Thoubal District. On verification he revealed that he is an active member of the outfit and working in ‘finance section’ of the organization.
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April - 28 
SFs arrested one woman cadre of United National Liberation Front (UNLF), identified as Laishram Bidyapati alias Ichangbi alias Amurai alias Sonia (24), from Terakhong Sangbi Mamang Leikai village in Bishnupur District on April 28. She revealed that s
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SFs arrested one woman cadre of United National Liberation Front (UNLF), identified as Laishram Bidyapati alias Ichangbi alias Amurai alias Sonia (24), from Terakhong Sangbi Mamang Leikai village in Bishnupur District on April 28. She revealed that she had recently returned from a UNLF camp in Myanmar.
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April - 28 
SFs launched an operation in Karimganj District on April 28 in which a major fake currency racket was busted and fake currency worth INR 95,000 was confiscated. The SFs arrested a fake currency racketeer, identified as Kamrul (35) in this operation.
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SFs launched an operation in Karimganj District on April 28 in which a major fake currency racket was busted and fake currency worth INR 95,000 was confiscated. The SFs arrested a fake currency racketeer, identified as Kamrul (35) in this operation.
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April - 28 
Suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres fired at a Salwa Judum (an anti-Maoist vigilante group) local leader identified as P. Vijay Kumar, injuring him critically at Kunta in Dantewada District on April 28, reports The Hindu. Ac
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Suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres fired at a Salwa Judum (an anti-Maoist vigilante group) local leader identified as P. Vijay Kumar, injuring him critically at Kunta in Dantewada District on April 28, reports The Hindu. According to sources, the incident took place just a few kilometres from the Andhra-Chhattisgarh border in Dantewada when three suspected Maoist cadres opened fire on Vijay, with pistols while he was shopping at a weekly market in Kota village. “Three armed Maoists clad in school uniform opened fire in a full public view in Konta block (administrative division) at Vijay Kumar,” Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Giridhari Nayak said, adds IANS. Top official sources said that Maoists were desperately looking to kill Vijay, a teacher by profession, after he was named in a Police report for leading a group that assaulted Swami Agnivesh when he was on way to Tarmetla where Policemen were accused by poor villagers of burning down their nearly 300 huts besides raping and torturing a few women in a rampage that went on for several days.
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April - 28 
Suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres fired at a Salwa Judum (an anti-Maoist vigilante group) local leader identified as P. Vijay Kumar, injuring him critically at Kunta in Dantewada District on April 28, reports The Hindu. Ac
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Suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres fired at a Salwa Judum (an anti-Maoist vigilante group) local leader identified as P. Vijay Kumar, injuring him critically at Kunta in Dantewada District on April 28, reports The Hindu. According to sources, the incident took place just a few kilometres from the Andhra-Chhattisgarh border in Dantewada when three suspected Maoist cadres opened fire on Vijay, with pistols while he was shopping at a weekly market in Kota village. “Three armed Maoists clad in school uniform opened fire in a full public view in Konta block (administrative division) at Vijay Kumar,” Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Giridhari Nayak said, adds IANS. Top official sources said that Maoists were desperately looking to kill Vijay, a teacher by profession, after he was named in a Police report for leading a group that assaulted Swami Agnivesh when he was on way to Tarmetla where Policemen were accused by poor villagers of burning down their nearly 300 huts besides raping and torturing a few women in a rampage that went on for several days.
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April - 28 
The ‘commander-in-chief’ of Rabha Viper Army, Sunil Rabha alias Chinese, was arrested for the third time by Security Forces (SFs) in Goalpara District, reports Telegraph. Rabha, who was involved in number of killings, abductions and extortion in Goal
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The ‘commander-in-chief’ of Rabha Viper Army, Sunil Rabha alias Chinese, was arrested for the third time by Security Forces (SFs) in Goalpara District, reports Telegraph. Rabha, who was involved in number of killings, abductions and extortion in Goalpara and part of Kamrup Districts, including abduction of a railway official from Dudhnoi in 2010, was arrested twice within a span of two years. Intelligence sources in Goalpara said the Rabha Viper Army was active on the Assam-Meghalaya border and was involved in abduction and extortion. The outfit is most potent organisation at the grassroots level, which provides logistic support to both United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and keep liaison with the Garo National Army (GNA) of Meghalaya.
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April - 28 
The Chief Judicial Magistrate Court (Dibrugarh) sent all three Maoists – Aditya Bora, Ajoy Sorbor and Engraj Orang – for three days’ Police remand, reports Sentinel. The trio, belonging to Assam, were arrested by the SFs in Odisha along with huge arm
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The Chief Judicial Magistrate Court (Dibrugarh) sent all three Maoists – Aditya Bora, Ajoy Sorbor and Engraj Orang – for three days’ Police remand, reports Sentinel. The trio, belonging to Assam, were arrested by the SFs in Odisha along with huge arms and ammunition on February 22, 2010.
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April - 28 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) gave a bandh (shut down) call in Malkangiri District on April 28 alleging non-fulfilment of promises made by the State Government for the release of Malkangiri Collector R. Vineel Krishna and junior en
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) gave a bandh (shut down) call in Malkangiri District on April 28 alleging non-fulfilment of promises made by the State Government for the release of Malkangiri Collector R. Vineel Krishna and junior engineer Pabitra Majhi, according to The Hindu. The bandh call had partial impact in a few strongholds of Maoists in the District. . As reported earlier, the duo was abducted by the Maoists on February 16, 2011 and later released on February 24, 2011.
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April - 28 
The Times of India reports that in order to avail 2010 special surrender and rehabilitation policy, 725 Kashmiri families have approached the Jammu and Kashmir Government to facilitate the homecoming of their relatives who crossed over to Pakistan oc
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The Times of India reports that in order to avail 2010 special surrender and rehabilitation policy, 725 Kashmiri families have approached the Jammu and Kashmir Government to facilitate the homecoming of their relatives who crossed over to Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) during 1989-2009 to embrace militancy. "If everything goes well after the double screening exercise, we expect the first batch of militants to return home by June-end," a source said. The special surrender and rehabilitation policy covers all people (and their dependents) who crossed over to PoK between 1989 and 2009 to embrace militancy and now want to return to lead a peaceful life.
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April - 28 
Times of India reports that cadres of the People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a break away faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a shopkeeper, identified as Bindeshwar Sahu, at Brinda-Bahuartoli village around 10 k
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Times of India reports that cadres of the People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a break away faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a shopkeeper, identified as Bindeshwar Sahu, at Brinda-Bahuartoli village around 10 kilometres away from Gumla District on April 28. Sahu, a resident of Koynara village was staying with his brother-in-laws in Karaundi village who runs a stone-crushing business, was demanded a levy amounting to INR 100, 000 cash by the PLFI cadres. Gumla Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Chandan Kumar Sinha said the Police had previously arrested Sandeep Tirkey and Gulab Gope a week ago and came to know of their plot to kill a businessman which they now suspect was Shivratan. According to Police reports, the deceased along with his two brother-in-laws went to the village where they were spotted by the PLFI cadres who opened fire on them killing Sahu on the spot.
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April - 28 
Tourism Minister Vimla Pradhan told IANS that tourism in the State is being affected by the presence of Maoists. “The Maoist presence is affecting tourism. Jharkhand has the potential to attract a large number of tourists but there is a law and order
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Tourism Minister Vimla Pradhan told IANS that tourism in the State is being affected by the presence of Maoists. “The Maoist presence is affecting tourism. Jharkhand has the potential to attract a large number of tourists but there is a law and order problem due to the rebel presence. Maoists regularly call shutdowns which send the wrong message among tourists and it ultimately affects tourism in the state,” she said. “If the Maoist problem is addressed, the economy of the State will improve manifold,’ the minister added.
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April - 28 
Two women militants belonging to the Anti-Talk Factions of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-ATF) were arrested by Security Forces (SFs) on April 28 from the Indo-Bhutan border area in Kokrajhar District, reports CNN-IBN.
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Two women militants belonging to the Anti-Talk Factions of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-ATF) were arrested by Security Forces (SFs) on April 28 from the Indo-Bhutan border area in Kokrajhar District, reports CNN-IBN.
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April - 28 
A rural health centre was blown up by unidentified militants in Dhand Kodakhel area of the Mohmand Agency.
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A rural health centre was blown up by unidentified militants in Dhand Kodakhel area of the Mohmand Agency.
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April - 28 
A trooper was killed and five were injured when a landmine hit a security patrol in Ghalingar area of Safi tehsil (revenue unit) in Mohmand Agency.
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A trooper was killed and five were injured when a landmine hit a security patrol in Ghalingar area of Safi tehsil (revenue unit) in Mohmand Agency.
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April - 28 
An activist of Kachhi Rabita Council, identified as Zubair, was abducted and later shot dead near Rehmania Mosque within the limits of Surjani Police Station.
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An activist of Kachhi Rabita Council, identified as Zubair, was abducted and later shot dead near Rehmania Mosque within the limits of Surjani Police Station.
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April - 28 
At least 33 militants, two pro-Government tribesmen and one trooper were killed in separate incidents in Kurram, Orakzai and Mohmand Agencies of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 28, reports Dawn. Helicopter gunships pounded three m
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At least 33 militants, two pro-Government tribesmen and one trooper were killed in separate incidents in Kurram, Orakzai and Mohmand Agencies of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on April 28, reports Dawn. Helicopter gunships pounded three militant hideouts in Mirandy, Sangraba and Chinarak areas of Kurram Agency, killing 25 militants and two tribal volunteers while injuring several others.
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April - 28 
At least five persons were killed and eight others injured on April 28 (today) after a bomb hit a Pakistan Navy bus in the Karsaz area of Karachi, reports Dawn. According to sources, a bomb planted on a roadside exploded when a Pakistan Navy bus was
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At least five persons were killed and eight others injured on April 28 (today) after a bomb hit a Pakistan Navy bus in the Karsaz area of Karachi, reports Dawn. According to sources, a bomb planted on a roadside exploded when a Pakistan Navy bus was passing by, killing five persons including a pedestrian, a female doctor and one naval officer.
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April - 28 
Dead bodies of two persons, killed by militants on charges of spying, were found near Masha Mansoor area in the limits of Shaheed Haibat Ali Khan Police Station of Darra Pezu town of Lakki Marwat District on April 28, reports Dawn. One of the slain p
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Dead bodies of two persons, killed by militants on charges of spying, were found near Masha Mansoor area in the limits of Shaheed Haibat Ali Khan Police Station of Darra Pezu town of Lakki Marwat District on April 28, reports Dawn. One of the slain persons was identified as Hikmatullah, a resident of Burghu Adamzai, while the other victim is yet to be identified.
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April - 28 
Eight militants were killed when Security Forces (SFs) pounded suspected militant hideouts with heavy artillery in Khadizai and Mamozai areas of Orakzai Agency. Three hideouts were destroyed. SFs recovered a cache of weapons and dismantled several la
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Eight militants were killed when Security Forces (SFs) pounded suspected militant hideouts with heavy artillery in Khadizai and Mamozai areas of Orakzai Agency. Three hideouts were destroyed. SFs recovered a cache of weapons and dismantled several landmines in Ghaljo, Kandi Kalli and Takhshak villages.
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April - 28 
Five persons were killed in seperate incidents of target killing in different parts of Karachi in Sindh on April 28, reported Daily Times. Two brothers, Kamran and Khalid, who were also cadres of Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP), were shot dead by unide
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Five persons were killed in seperate incidents of target killing in different parts of Karachi in Sindh on April 28, reported Daily Times. Two brothers, Kamran and Khalid, who were also cadres of Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP), were shot dead by unidentified assailants at Manzoor Colony within the limits of Baloch Colony Police Station while they were sitting at their furniture showroom.
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April - 28 
Quoting from the secret files of WikiLeaks, Dawn on April 29 (today) reported that Abdul Rabbani Abu Rahman aka Abdul Rahim Ghulam Rabbani admitted to United States (US) investigators that he had been directly working for Khalid Sheikh Mohammad, one
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Quoting from the secret files of WikiLeaks, Dawn on April 29 (today) reported that Abdul Rabbani Abu Rahman aka Abdul Rahim Ghulam Rabbani admitted to United States (US) investigators that he had been directly working for Khalid Sheikh Mohammad, one of the masterminds of the 9/11 attacks, and that one of the sons of Osama bin Laden, Saaed Bin Laden, had been living in Karachi with his wife and son in 2002. According to revealed files, Rabbani had been in detention at the Guantánamo Bay camp since September 19, 2004, two years after his arrest in Karachi. Rabbani, according to the report, admitted that he was an al Qaeda facilitator from early 2002 to September 2002. During this period he managed a number of safe houses in Karachi and had direct link to many senior al Qaeda cadres, including Osama bin Laden and Ayman al Zawahiri. These safe houses provided logistical support to most of the September 11, 2001, hijackers, the investigation report said. He was directly involved with terrorist plans and operations. Rabbani further said that Osama’s son, Saaed Bin Laden, lived in Karachi with his wife and son, from January 2002 through at least June 2002. Umar Sheikh provided a safe haven for Saaed in Karachi. While Saaed was there, he would occasionally come with Sheikh to one of the detainee’s safe houses at house number D-255, Block 13 D, Gulshan-i-Iqbal area of Karachi.
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April - 28 
The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility for the attack on the Navy personnel that killed five persons, including two civilians and three officers, and injured eight others.
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The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility for the attack on the Navy personnel that killed five persons, including two civilians and three officers, and injured eight others.
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April - 28 
The Zakhakhel lashkar (tribal militia) captured the main mountain tops from the Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) militants in their fresh offensive in Khare Mela, Khar Ghot, Maidanak and Mangal Bagh Kandaoe, an official of Khasadar Force said. According to a Kha
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The Zakhakhel lashkar (tribal militia) captured the main mountain tops from the Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) militants in their fresh offensive in Khare Mela, Khar Ghot, Maidanak and Mangal Bagh Kandaoe, an official of Khasadar Force said. According to a Khasadar official, the Zakhakhel tribe and the forces have controlled most of the areas of Zakhakhel Bazaar, adding that only Soor Ghar mountain was still under the occupation of LI fighters, which would soon be taken over. He further said that now the whole Zakhakhel Bazaar area was under the control of SFs and the Zakhakhel lashkar.
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April - 28 
Two bullet-riddled dead bodies of missing Balochi persons, identified as Siddiq Edio, a Human Rights Commission for Pakistan (HRCP) activist, and member of Baloch Student Organisation-Azad (BSO-A), Yousaf Nazar Baloch, were found on April 28 at the J
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Two bullet-riddled dead bodies of missing Balochi persons, identified as Siddiq Edio, a Human Rights Commission for Pakistan (HRCP) activist, and member of Baloch Student Organisation-Azad (BSO-A), Yousaf Nazar Baloch, were found on April 28 at the Jaki area along coastal highway, some 60 kilometres from the Ormara Town of Gwadar District, reports Daily Times.
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April - 28 
Two persons who appeared to be Afghanis were shot dead in the jurisdiction of Surjani Police Station.
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Two persons who appeared to be Afghanis were shot dead in the jurisdiction of Surjani Police Station.
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April - 28 
Unidentified assailants shot dead two Policemen and took away their official rifles at Nasir Bagh Road of Peshawar in the night of April 28. Hayat Mir and Masood Khan, the policemen, were patrolling the road near Police Colony when unidentified assai
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Unidentified assailants shot dead two Policemen and took away their official rifles at Nasir Bagh Road of Peshawar in the night of April 28. Hayat Mir and Masood Khan, the policemen, were patrolling the road near Police Colony when unidentified assailants on motorcycle attacked and open fire on them, killing them on the spot. The assailants managed to escape along with the rifles of slain Policemen.
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April - 28 
Anil Chamar alias Samrat, ‘Western Regional Bureau Chief’ of Madheshi Mukti Tigers (MMT), was killed by the Police at Rohani Khola, border of Nawalparasi and Rupandehi Districts, in the night of April 28, reports Kantipuronline. According to the Dist
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Anil Chamar alias Samrat, ‘Western Regional Bureau Chief’ of Madheshi Mukti Tigers (MMT), was killed by the Police at Rohani Khola, border of Nawalparasi and Rupandehi Districts, in the night of April 28, reports Kantipuronline. According to the District Police Office, Rupandehi, Chamar died in the clash after he attacked on a patrol team of Police. Samrat was living at Syathi Village Development Committee (VDC)-8 of Nawalparasi District.
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April - 28 
During his meeting with French Ambassador to Nepal Jean-Charles Demarquis, Prime Minister Jhala Nath Khanal said the integration model for former Maoist combatants was being discussed at an advanced stage. “There are encouraging signs from the UCPN-M
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During his meeting with French Ambassador to Nepal Jean-Charles Demarquis, Prime Minister Jhala Nath Khanal said the integration model for former Maoist combatants was being discussed at an advanced stage. “There are encouraging signs from the UCPN-M regarding the peace and constitution writing processes. This will help in building consensus even as the May 28 constitution deadline is fast approaching."
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April - 28 
Himalayan Times reports that Prime Minister Jhala Nath Khanal has invited political outfits, which have launched armed struggle in the Terai, for talks. The Government is ready for talks with political outfits, he said, warning that his Government wo
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Himalayan Times reports that Prime Minister Jhala Nath Khanal has invited political outfits, which have launched armed struggle in the Terai, for talks. The Government is ready for talks with political outfits, he said, warning that his Government would crack down on the outfits if they ignored his invite for talks and gave continuity to criminal activities.
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April - 28 
UCPN-Maoist chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda said he has not backtracked from the party’s tactical line of people’s line. “It’s only that I want the largest party in the Constituent Assembly to focus more on peace and constitution-making pro
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UCPN-Maoist chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda said he has not backtracked from the party’s tactical line of people’s line. “It’s only that I want the largest party in the Constituent Assembly to focus more on peace and constitution-making processes as the country is at a critical juncture,” Dahal said addressing the party’s central committee meeting at the party headquarters in Paris Danda. Dahal said he supported the issues that party vice-chairman Mohan Baidhya has raised and stressed the need to move ahead unitedly.
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April - 28 
Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Vice Chairman Narayan Kaji Shrestha on April 28 said that integration of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) fighters is one of the topmost priorities his party, according to Kantipuronline. Shrestha re
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Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Vice Chairman Narayan Kaji Shrestha on April 28 said that integration of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) fighters is one of the topmost priorities his party, according to Kantipuronline. Shrestha remarked that without the PLA integration, the peace process will not complete. “Concluding the peace process by integrating the combatants is the first priority. Promulgation of a new constitution comes second,” he said, adding, the Maoists were for an honourable integration of the PLA. Saying that his party is not standing in the way of integration, he argued, “These status quoists don’t want to see the combatants that fought for the people’s right and republic turned into the state army.”
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April - 28 
Vice Chairperson of the Constituent Assembly, Purna Kumari Subedi has said the preliminary draft of new constitution should be brought out if the new constitution was not possible within the scheduled date. Subedi stressed that the parties should com
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Vice Chairperson of the Constituent Assembly, Purna Kumari Subedi has said the preliminary draft of new constitution should be brought out if the new constitution was not possible within the scheduled date. Subedi stressed that the parties should come with objective reasons as to why they are unable to give the nation the new constitution within May 28, the deadline for issuing it. He urged the parties to come to consensus before the nation sees any disasters due to increasing misunderstandings among them.
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April - 28 
A Dhaka court on April 28 placed Rahmatullah alias Sheikh Farid, a leader of Harkat-ul-Jihad-al Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B), on a seven-day remand for interrogation in connection with the August 21 grenade attack on an Awami League rally in 2004, repo
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A Dhaka court on April 28 placed Rahmatullah alias Sheikh Farid, a leader of Harkat-ul-Jihad-al Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B), on a seven-day remand for interrogation in connection with the August 21 grenade attack on an Awami League rally in 2004, reports Daily Star. Meanwhile, HuJI-B Chief Mufti Abdul Hannan and one of his accomplices Abu Zandal were sent to jail after CID produced them before the court of Metropolitan Magistrate Mohammad Ismail Hossain on completion of their one-day remand in Azizur Rahma abduction case. They were earlier remanded on several days in the same case filed on September 23, 2003.
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April - 28 
The ICT upheld its order that granted bail to former Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) lawmaker Abdul Alim on March 31 in connection with similar charges and directed him to appear before it on July 21. Alim, a member of late President Ziaur Rahman'
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The ICT upheld its order that granted bail to former Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) lawmaker Abdul Alim on March 31 in connection with similar charges and directed him to appear before it on July 21. Alim, a member of late President Ziaur Rahman's cabinet, appeared before the tribunal in compliance with his bail conditions. The tribunal also ordered the prosecution to submit the investigation report against him by July 21.
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April - 28 
The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) permitted investigators to quiz detained Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) leader Delawar Hossain Sayedee at a “safe home” at Dhanmondi in Dhaka in connection with crimes against humanity in 1971. Sayedee will be interroga
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The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) permitted investigators to quiz detained Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) leader Delawar Hossain Sayedee at a “safe home” at Dhanmondi in Dhaka in connection with crimes against humanity in 1971. Sayedee will be interrogated for a day between 10:00am and 5:00pm, and the prison authority will take him to jail after the interrogation, the tribunal said.
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April - 28 
The Special Court-16 sentenced 153 Bangladesh Border Guards (BGB) to jail terms ranging from one and a half years to seven years for their involvement in the mutiny at BGB Training Centre and School at Baitul Izzat at Satkania in Chittagong on Februa
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The Special Court-16 sentenced 153 Bangladesh Border Guards (BGB) to jail terms ranging from one and a half years to seven years for their involvement in the mutiny at BGB Training Centre and School at Baitul Izzat at Satkania in Chittagong on February 25, 2009. The complainant alleged that 153 jawans (troopers) revolted for expressing solidarity with the mutineers of BGB Headquarters at Pilkhana in Dhaka on February 25, 2009.
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April - 28 
Army troops combined with Air Force recovered 18 hand grenades, 170 rounds of T-56 ammunition, 14 rounds of 12.7-mm ammunition, 210 rounds of Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG) ammunition and four T-56 magazines from Wellamullivaikkal area.
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Army troops combined with Air Force recovered 18 hand grenades, 170 rounds of T-56 ammunition, 14 rounds of 12.7-mm ammunition, 210 rounds of Multi Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG) ammunition and four T-56 magazines from Wellamullivaikkal area.
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April - 28 
Commenting upon the report of the UN Panel of Experts (also known as the Darusman report) which was appointed by Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon to investigate accountability issues during the later stages of the Sri Lanka's war against the Liberation
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Commenting upon the report of the UN Panel of Experts (also known as the Darusman report) which was appointed by Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon to investigate accountability issues during the later stages of the Sri Lanka's war against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) militants, Sri Lankan Media Minister and Cabinet Spokesman Keheliya Rambukwella said on April 28 that the Government would hold talks with all relevant local and foreign actors on the controversial report which had been rejected outright in Sri Lanka, according to Colombo Page. The Minister added that the Government had opposed the entire process, from the appointment of the panel, its functioning and finally the report. Rambukwella further maintained that the report was biased and blatantly one sided, was prepared on unfounded evidence that lacked credibility and seriously undermined the unity efforts those were being pursued to bring the communities together and also interfered with the Country’s development process.
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April - 28 
De-mining groups recovered 181 APMs, six electric mines and four anti tank mines from Thammennakulam, Navatkulam, Mahilankulam, Maruthamadu and Kokkuthuduwai areas.
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De-mining groups recovered 181 APMs, six electric mines and four anti tank mines from Thammennakulam, Navatkulam, Mahilankulam, Maruthamadu and Kokkuthuduwai areas.
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April - 28 
Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Monarawewa and Nayaru areas in the North recovered four Anti Personnel Mines (APMs) and four 81-mm mortar bombs on April 28.
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Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Monarawewa and Nayaru areas in the North recovered four Anti Personnel Mines (APMs) and four 81-mm mortar bombs on April 28.
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April - 29 
A militant, identified as Zamaan Shah, putting up in the house of a civilian Hakim Shah at village Churung in Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri District has confessed himself as Pakistan based HM ‘commander’, who was planning to revive activities of the o
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A militant, identified as Zamaan Shah, putting up in the house of a civilian Hakim Shah at village Churung in Thanna Mandi area of Rajouri District has confessed himself as Pakistan based HM ‘commander’, who was planning to revive activities of the outfit in the border District of Rajouri and other parts of the State, reports Daily Excelsior. He is a residence of Bhimber in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK).
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April - 29 
Assam Tribune reports on April 29 that Senior Congress leader and Union Minister of State for Planning Ashwani Kumar who was at Mokokchung in Nagaland to campaign for former Chief Minister S C Jamir, said Naga political conflict will be solved within
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Assam Tribune reports on April 29 that Senior Congress leader and Union Minister of State for Planning Ashwani Kumar who was at Mokokchung in Nagaland to campaign for former Chief Minister S C Jamir, said Naga political conflict will be solved within the framework of the Indian Constitution and claimed that the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) Government at the Centre remains fully committed towards resolving the vexed Naga problem. He said since the Constitution has enough scope to accommodate the demands of the Naga people, the settlement could be found within its framework. Addressing a poll meeting, Kumar said he was sent by UPA Chairperson Sonia Gandhi and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to convey the message that the Centre was fully committed to resolve the Naga issue through political negotiations with the Naga underground factions. He said, “We want all Nagas to come on one platform and we tried so hard for this to happen.”
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April - 29 
IBNLive reports that a 50-year-old Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader was remanded to Police custody for a day by a local court in Karimnagar District on April 29. Pramod Mishra alias Janardhan alias Ban Bihari, a Maoist ‘Central Com
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IBNLive reports that a 50-year-old Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader was remanded to Police custody for a day by a local court in Karimnagar District on April 29. Pramod Mishra alias Janardhan alias Ban Bihari, a Maoist ‘Central Committee’ member was produced by the Karimnagar rural Police before the Magistrate court following which he was remanded to judicial custody till May 9. Later Police filed a plea seeking his custody for interrogation. Allowing the petition, the Magistrate directed the Police to take the Maoist leader into their custody and present him before the court today [April 30]. The court further directed the Police not to use third degree methods, while questioning.
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April - 29 
India has to play an important role in supporting the Afghan people, says the US special envoy for Afghanistan and Pakistan Marc Grossman as Washington expedites its diplomatic efforts to end the Afghanistan crisis, Dawn reported on April 30. Marc Gr
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India has to play an important role in supporting the Afghan people, says the US special envoy for Afghanistan and Pakistan Marc Grossman as Washington expedites its diplomatic efforts to end the Afghanistan crisis, Dawn reported on April 30. Marc Grossman, who made this statement in New Delhi on April 29, is visiting India, Afghanistan and Pakistan to encourage greater reconciliation in the region before June when President Barack Obama is expected to start withdrawing troops from Afghanistan. Mr Grossman will also visit Saudi Arabia, which is helping the Afghanistan government in reaching out to the Taliban insurgents for ending violence in the war-torn country. “I know you’re all interested in Pakistan, but really, it’s important to talk about the United States and India in all of this,” said Mr Grossman. “We’ve just had … a very important consultation about the United States and India in Afghanistan,” he added. “Please, don’t forget this is not just about Pakistan, it’s about the important role India has to play in supporting the Afghan people.”
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April - 29 
PTI reports that former British foreign secretary David Miliband said on April 29 that Pakistan was not doing enough to bring the perpetrators of the Mumbai terrorist attack ( November 26, 2008, also known as 26/11) to justice. "I am the politicia
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PTI reports that former British foreign secretary David Miliband said on April 29 that Pakistan was not doing enough to bring the perpetrators of the Mumbai terrorist attack ( November 26, 2008, also known as 26/11) to justice. "I am the politician who went to Islamabad in January 2009 and said, without fear or favour, in respect to the Mumbai bombings, those people need to be put on trial; and if they are prosecuted, they need to be punished. And I still say publicly, not enough has been done to bring those trials to a conclusion," he said at the Council on Foreign Relations, a Washington-based think tank. "On the one hand I say we should be engaging with Pakistan. On the other hand, I feel comfortable in speaking very plainly about the responsibilities that they have. It it's true that the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) is developing global ambitions for its terrorism and its own capacity to do so, as well as regional ones, we have to be even more insistent on the need to roll up that infrastructure," Miliband added.
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April - 29 
Sangai Express reports that one former militant, identified as Salam Sanjoy alias Bono (18), who was handed over to the Army to surrender died under mysterious circumstances on April 29. Salam Sanjoy is a former cadre of Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL
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Sangai Express reports that one former militant, identified as Salam Sanjoy alias Bono (18), who was handed over to the Army to surrender died under mysterious circumstances on April 29. Salam Sanjoy is a former cadre of Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) who later defected to KYKL-Military Defence Force (KYKL-MDF) was arrested by the Police some time back, adds Kanglaonline.
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April - 29 
Sentinel reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested an ‘area commander’ of the Barak faction of the United Democratic Liberation Front (UDLF-B) from Kundanala village in Hailakandi District on April 29.The arrestee was identified as Thaiboi Reang. R
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Sentinel reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested an ‘area commander’ of the Barak faction of the United Democratic Liberation Front (UDLF-B) from Kundanala village in Hailakandi District on April 29.The arrestee was identified as Thaiboi Reang. Reang was an ‘area commander’ of Kundanala, Durgapur, Chandani Ghat and Katnala area. The arrested militant was involved in various anti-social activities including kidnapping and extortion of money since 2007.
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April - 29 
Sentinel reports that the Assam Public Works (APW) urged the government to seize the arms of the Pro-Talks Faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-PTF) and Surrendered ULFA (SULFA) leaders to ensure that they do not engage in any “gang war”
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Sentinel reports that the Assam Public Works (APW) urged the government to seize the arms of the Pro-Talks Faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-PTF) and Surrendered ULFA (SULFA) leaders to ensure that they do not engage in any “gang war” in the name of running of business syndicates. APW ‘chairman’ Abhijit Sarma and ‘general secretary’ Bitu Talukdar said that the government should seize the arms of the pro-talk and SULFA leaders to prevent them from engaging in possible gang wars over business matters. Moreover, the ULF-PTF leaders should be asked to stay at designated camps, they added.
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April - 29 
SFs arrested a United Democratic Liberation Army (UDLA) militant, identified as Devendra Tripura (20), from Channighat in Cachar District on April 29, reports Sentinel.
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SFs arrested a United Democratic Liberation Army (UDLA) militant, identified as Devendra Tripura (20), from Channighat in Cachar District on April 29, reports Sentinel.
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April - 29 
SFs arrested one K.K Nganba faction of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP-K.K. Nganba) cadre, identified as Guru Aribam Anjan Sharma alias Luwang (38), from Yunam Khunou Bazar parking. One .9mm pistol loaded with three live rounds in the magazine was re
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SFs arrested one K.K Nganba faction of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP-K.K. Nganba) cadre, identified as Guru Aribam Anjan Sharma alias Luwang (38), from Yunam Khunou Bazar parking. One .9mm pistol loaded with three live rounds in the magazine was recovered from his possession. He confessed that he joined the outfit in the month of January 2011 through one Rajeshwor Sharma of Langthabal Kunja and he is now working under the command of KK. Nganba of KCP organization and was involved in extortion of money from general public.
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April - 29 
Telegraph reports that dissident Garo Hills District Congress legislators on April 29 claimed to have received “threatening” text messages from Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants, asking them why they did not support beleaguered chief min
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Telegraph reports that dissident Garo Hills District Congress legislators on April 29 claimed to have received “threatening” text messages from Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants, asking them why they did not support beleaguered chief minister Mukul Sangma. Frankenstein W. Momin, community and rural development minister and a dissident Congress legislator, said he had received threatening messages from people who claimed to be cadres of the nascent militant outfit. According to him, the phone number from which the text messages were sent was reportedly from Bangladesh and the language used was English. Apart from Momin, other legislators who have received similar text messages include Saleng Sangma, the legislator from Dalamgiri in West Garo Hills. In the past, the GNLA was alleged to have sent “text messages” to demand money from legislators cutting across party lines representing Garo hills. The Sangma Government, which completed a year in office on April 20, is under strain with dissidents trying to overthrow the chief minister and replacing him with former chief minister D.D. Lapang.
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April - 29 
Telegraph reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested a suspected militant, identified as Anowar Hussain (32), from Gendabazar under Bijni Police Station in Chirang District on April 29. SFs recovered China-made grenade, explosives and three extortio
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Telegraph reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested a suspected militant, identified as Anowar Hussain (32), from Gendabazar under Bijni Police Station in Chirang District on April 29. SFs recovered China-made grenade, explosives and three extortion notes from his possession.
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April - 29 
Telegraph reports that the Director General of Assam Rifles Lieutenant General Rameshwar Roy said at Laitkorin in East Khasi Hills District on April 29 that although the anti-talks faction led by Paresh Barua has fairly degraded as there are not too
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Telegraph reports that the Director General of Assam Rifles Lieutenant General Rameshwar Roy said at Laitkorin in East Khasi Hills District on April 29 that although the anti-talks faction led by Paresh Barua has fairly degraded as there are not too many cadres left, but from past experience, we need to be cautious as the group can possess the capability to be formidable again. He said that they may also have the capability to regain the support from the local masses. United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), which had several battalions in the past, has now been reduced to a single command, Roy said, adding that this in itself highlighted the fact that the outfit’s strength has been considerably reduced. He cautioned that the pro-talks group could also join the anti-talks faction if parleys are not successful.
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April - 29 
The Bihar Police during the course of the day-long operation jointly executed by a Special Task Force (STF) team headed by SP Sudhir Kumar and the Katihar Police headed by Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Gopal Paswan arrested seven Maoist cadre
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The Bihar Police during the course of the day-long operation jointly executed by a Special Task Force (STF) team headed by SP Sudhir Kumar and the Katihar Police headed by Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Gopal Paswan arrested seven Maoist cadres, including three top Central Committee members of the CPI-Maoists from a village in Ganesh Tola under Barsoi Police Station in Katihar District in the evening of April 29, reports The Hindu. The three arrested members are Varanasi Subramanyam alias Shrikant alias Sukant alias Vimal (58), Secretary of the North Regional Bureau wanted by the Andhra Pradesh Police for the last five years carrying a reward of INR 1.2 million on his head. Subramanyam, son of a lawyer and an M. Com and LLB from Andhra University is a native of Prakasam District, has been in the CPI-Maoist central committee since 2001 and helmed the outfit's international cell ever since the arrest of Kobad Gandhi, a central committee member, from Andhra in 2009. The second is Pulendu Shekhar Mukherjee alias Jhantu Mukherjee alias Saheb Da alias Joyda (69), Secretary of the Eastern Regional Bureau which includes Chhattisgarh and had been appointed in-charge of the Urban Sub-Committee (USCOM), spearheading party activities in Delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai. Mukherjee belongs to Jadavpur Police Station area of West Bengal. He is wanted in at least ten cases in Chhattisgarh while the third is Vijay Kumar Arya alias Jaspalji alias Amar (50), all-India in-charge of the Sub-Committee of Mass Organisation (SUCOMO) and was wanted in 12 cases in Bihar. Arya has done MA from Bihar's Magadh University and hails from Karma village in Gaya District. He carried a reward of INR 300, 000 cash on his head. Inspector General of Police IG (operations) K S Diwedi said the trio were the masterminds behind several Maoist operations, including the ones in which Chhattisgarh`s Rajnandgaon District SP was killed in 2009. The others were identified by the Police as Abhimanyu alias Umesh Yadav alias Rajendra (47), ‘secretary’ of the UU (Uttar Bihar-Uttar Pradesh) regional bureau who hails from Kursela in Katihar, Nokhe Lal Chowdhary alias Suraj alias Bakraf (30), a North Bihar Eastern Zonal Committee (NBEZC) member and Shyamji Rishi, another member of NBEZC, adds Times of India. Suraj and Shyamji are natives of Katihar's Barsoi village. The Police also arrested Aniruddh Ravidas (47), an active supporter who had given shelter to the six Maoist cadres at his home in Barsoi. A large haul of Maoist literature, books, pamphlets, posters, three pen drives, three mobile phones and other materials have been seized from their possession, the IG (Operations) Diwedi said.
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April - 29 
The bullet-riddled body of Sunil Rabha, an ‘area commandant’ of Rabha Viper Army, was recovered from Bongaon in Goalpara District of Assam on April 29, reports Telegraph. He was allegedly killed by his colleagues over sharing of extortion money. The
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The bullet-riddled body of Sunil Rabha, an ‘area commandant’ of Rabha Viper Army, was recovered from Bongaon in Goalpara District of Assam on April 29, reports Telegraph. He was allegedly killed by his colleagues over sharing of extortion money. The killing comes a day after the ‘commander-in-chief’ of the outfit, Sunil Rabha, alias Chinese was arrested by Security Forces (SFs) in Goalpara District.
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April - 29 
The Democratic Alliance of Nagaland (DAN) Government and Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio has welcomed the extension of ceasefire between the Government of India and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) for a period of one year, sta
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The Democratic Alliance of Nagaland (DAN) Government and Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio has welcomed the extension of ceasefire between the Government of India and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) for a period of one year, states Nagaland Post. The DAN has appealed to the negotiating parties to expedite the peace talks so that it reaches a logical conclusion through a negotiated political settlement that is honorable and acceptable to the people. The DAN also appealed to all sections of the people and the militant outfits to reconcile and work towards unity, understanding and oneness of Naga society.
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April - 29 
The Karnataka Government on April 29, strongly opposed in the Supreme Court the granting of bail to Abdul Nasir Maudany, an accused in the Bangalore serial bomb blast cases(,July 25, 2008), according to The Hindu. T.R. Andhyarujina, appearing for t
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The Karnataka Government on April 29, strongly opposed in the Supreme Court the granting of bail to Abdul Nasir Maudany, an accused in the Bangalore serial bomb blast cases(,July 25, 2008), according to The Hindu. T.R. Andhyarujina, appearing for the State, argued that the bail, which was granted on health grounds was only a smokescreen, and the court should not entertain such a plea. He added that evidences collected following the eight blasts in and around Bangalore showed that the accused had established an organisation called the Federation of ISS and that all the accused were its active members and they had nexus with the Students Islamic Movement of India(SIMI), a banned outfit and that the accused had a common intention to wage war against India, to damage its economic fabric, to Islamise the country and to destabilise the governments by engineering violence and thereby disturb the national unity, integrity and sovereignty of the country.
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April - 29 
The pro-talk faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-PTF) leader Mrinal Hazarika stated that the outfit would involve itself with business activities in Assam and Hira Saraniya, the ‘commander’ of the outfit’s 709th battalion’ was appointed
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The pro-talk faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-PTF) leader Mrinal Hazarika stated that the outfit would involve itself with business activities in Assam and Hira Saraniya, the ‘commander’ of the outfit’s 709th battalion’ was appointed as the in-charge for the purpose. Claiming that the intervention is aimed at evicting ‘mafia raj’ and ‘syndicates’ from the existing business scenario, the ULFA leader said that the outfit’s intervention would facilitate involvement of local youths in coal and other lucrative businesses.
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April - 29 
The Union Government is firming up plans to insist on surrender of weapons by militant outfits engaged in talks with the Government, reports Assam Tribune. Confirming Union Government’s plans, Union Home Minister, P Chidambaram said the issue of surr
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The Union Government is firming up plans to insist on surrender of weapons by militant outfits engaged in talks with the Government, reports Assam Tribune. Confirming Union Government’s plans, Union Home Minister, P Chidambaram said the issue of surrender of weapons by the militant outfits is part of the talks. The Home Minister’s statement assumes significance in light of the reluctance of the surrendered militants to give away their illegal weapons.
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April - 29 
Three Maoist cadres were arrested in a raid on their forest hideout in Bhanupratappur area in Kanker District on April 29, reports IANS. An officer at the Police Headquarters in Raipur said that the arrested Maoists were wanted for two years in cases
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Three Maoist cadres were arrested in a raid on their forest hideout in Bhanupratappur area in Kanker District on April 29, reports IANS. An officer at the Police Headquarters in Raipur said that the arrested Maoists were wanted for two years in cases involving attacks on Police and civilians and damaging Government property.
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April - 29 
Three Maoist cadres were arrested in a raid on their forest hideout in Bhanupratappur area in Kanker District on April 29, reports IANS. An officer at the Police Headquarters in Raipur said that the arrested Maoists were wanted for two years in cases
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Three Maoist cadres were arrested in a raid on their forest hideout in Bhanupratappur area in Kanker District on April 29, reports IANS. An officer at the Police Headquarters in Raipur said that the arrested Maoists were wanted for two years in cases involving attacks on Police and civilians and damaging Government property.
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April - 29 
Three persons were abducted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres from Barcha village in Rohtas District on April 29, reports Samaylive.com. “A group of Maoists raided the village last night and picked (abducted) three people, id
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Three persons were abducted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres from Barcha village in Rohtas District on April 29, reports Samaylive.com. “A group of Maoists raided the village last night and picked (abducted) three people, identified as Amit Chaube, Phulendra Chaube and Suresh Sah,” Superintendent of Police (SP) Manu Maharaj said.
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April - 29 
Three women Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, identified as Mayuri Bhagat alias Jenny (23), Jyoti Chorghe (19) and Anuradha Sonule (23) were arrested by the Maharashtra Anti Terrorism Squad (ATS) from Pune District on April 27, rep
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Three women Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, identified as Mayuri Bhagat alias Jenny (23), Jyoti Chorghe (19) and Anuradha Sonule (23) were arrested by the Maharashtra Anti Terrorism Squad (ATS) from Pune District on April 27, reports PTI. In addition, another Maoist cadre identified as Siddharth Bhosale alias Jeeva (24), aide of Sonule was arrested from Chandawa area in Nashik District in the night of April 28, ATS Chief Rakesh Maria said. All the four were produced before a local court on April 29 and were remanded to Police custody till May 3. INR 190, 000 cash, Maoist literature, five mobile phone handsets and SIM cards were recovered from the rented houses of Bhagat and Chorghe, Maria said. "Their bank accounts were also freezed," he added. Sonule, a native of Rajura in Chandrapur, was the sister of Manoj Sonule, adds Times of India. Chandrapur Police had arrested Manoj in 2008 after neutralised a Maoist hideout meant to stock arms and ammunition. Bhagat and Chorghe were from Pune.
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April - 29 
Times Now reports that Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘chief commander’ Syed Salahuddin dismisses reports of floating a political party but says that Syed Shah Geelani's All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) represents their goals and ideologies on April 29.
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Times Now reports that Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘chief commander’ Syed Salahuddin dismisses reports of floating a political party but says that Syed Shah Geelani's All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC) represents their goals and ideologies on April 29. He added that he completely supports Geelani, thereby raising questions over Geelani’s alleged terror links. "We support complete military evacuation from the territory of Kashmir, we support unified Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh. We do not agree to states and we do not agree to any kind of autonomy, we do not agree to Line of Control (LoC) trade at the cost of independence of the occupied state. We stand for complete independence from Indian slavery," added the HM ‘chief’.
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April - 29 
Times of India reports that the Police recovered explosives in 50 bags from an abandoned Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) bunker during an anti-Maoist operation at Madhubani village under Banke Bazar Police Station in Gaya District on Apr
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Times of India reports that the Police recovered explosives in 50 bags from an abandoned Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) bunker during an anti-Maoist operation at Madhubani village under Banke Bazar Police Station in Gaya District on April 29. Superintendent of Police (SP), Ratnamani Sanjeev said acting on a tip-off, a team went to the area and spotted the bunker and recovered fifty bags of ammonium nitrate, a multi-use chemical used for making improvised explosive device (IED) as well as fertilizers to boost agricultural output besides wires used in making bombs. The Maoists had escaped by the time the Police team reached. Tags
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April - 29 
Top official of the Home Ministry confirmed that the Union Government paid money to the pro-talk faction to meet day-to-day expenditure. “We have to pay them some money otherwise how would they survive,” the official asked. He was reacting to reports
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Top official of the Home Ministry confirmed that the Union Government paid money to the pro-talk faction to meet day-to-day expenditure. “We have to pay them some money otherwise how would they survive,” the official asked. He was reacting to reports about the pro-talk faction being handed over INR 40 lakh as first installment. The report, however, was denied by the pro-talk faction.
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April - 29 
A body of a youth who appeared to be a Balochi was found from Mewa Shah Graveyard in the limits of Pak Colony Police Station. The identity of the victim is yet to be ascertained.
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A body of a youth who appeared to be a Balochi was found from Mewa Shah Graveyard in the limits of Pak Colony Police Station. The identity of the victim is yet to be ascertained.
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April - 29 
A person, identified as Khawand Bux, received injuries in a landmine blast in Sangsilla area of Dera Bugti District.
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A person, identified as Khawand Bux, received injuries in a landmine blast in Sangsilla area of Dera Bugti District.
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April - 29 
A person, identified as Khawand Bux, received injuries in a landmine blast in Sangsilla area of Dera Bugti District.
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A person, identified as Khawand Bux, received injuries in a landmine blast in Sangsilla area of Dera Bugti District.
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April - 29 
A Pesh Imam of Dua Mosque was shot dead near his house in Garden East by two unidentified assailants.
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A Pesh Imam of Dua Mosque was shot dead near his house in Garden East by two unidentified assailants.
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April - 29 
Repeating US concerns about the safe havens of the Taliban beyond the reach of NATO troops in Pakistan, a Pentagon report said on April 29 that “to consolidate progress in security in recent months, Pakistan needed to make more headway in eliminating
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Repeating US concerns about the safe havens of the Taliban beyond the reach of NATO troops in Pakistan, a Pentagon report said on April 29 that “to consolidate progress in security in recent months, Pakistan needed to make more headway in eliminating the sanctuaries”, reports Daily Times. In a twice-annual report to the US Congress, the Pentagon said that “a surge of foreign troops into Afghanistan has dealt a blow to the Taliban insurgency but total violence has risen since last fall”. It said the increase in overall security incidents, which includes roadside bombs and direct fire, was due in part to the surge of foreign troops, stepped-up targeting of insurgent safe havens, and mild winter weather. The Pentagon warned that “hard fighting” was likely ahead in 2011 as the Taliban, adapting its techniques to match intensified attacks from foreign adversaries, would try to regain areas of south Afghanistan.
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April - 29 
The death toll of April 27 attack on Pakistan Navy increased to six, when one of the injured officers, Ashraf, succumbed to his injuries.
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The death toll of April 27 attack on Pakistan Navy increased to six, when one of the injured officers, Ashraf, succumbed to his injuries.
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April - 29 
The Rangers claimed to have detained 11 suspects and recovered illegal weapons from their possession in Baldia Town, reported Dawn.
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The Rangers claimed to have detained 11 suspects and recovered illegal weapons from their possession in Baldia Town, reported Dawn.
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April - 29 
The United Sates (US) Ambassador Cameron Munter on April 29 said that Pakistan and United States will continue to cooperate in the war against their common enemy in an effort to ensure peace in the region, reports Dawn. Talking to media personnel aft
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The United Sates (US) Ambassador Cameron Munter on April 29 said that Pakistan and United States will continue to cooperate in the war against their common enemy in an effort to ensure peace in the region, reports Dawn. Talking to media personnel after meeting a jirga (tribal council) headed by former senator Nawab Ayaz Khan Jogezai in Quetta, Cameron Munter said that cooperation between the two countries was vital for peace and stability in the region. “The enemy of Pakistan and the United States is the same, who is targeting worship places, shrines, passenger buses and killing innocent people,” he said, and added that waging a war against terrorists was not easy but the Pakistani military was fighting very bravely against militants.
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April - 29 
Three persons, including a former Member of Provincial Assembly (MPA) of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) Shaikh Liaquat Qureshi, were killed in separate incidents in different parts of Karachi in Sindh on April 29, reports Daily Times. Qureshi was goi
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Three persons, including a former Member of Provincial Assembly (MPA) of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) Shaikh Liaquat Qureshi, were killed in separate incidents in different parts of Karachi in Sindh on April 29, reports Daily Times. Qureshi was going home in his car when unidentified assailants, shot him dead at Maskan Chowrangi in Gulshan-e-Iqbal area.
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April - 29 
Three Policemen sustained injuries when suspected militants attacked a checkpost at Milli Khel area in the outskirts of the Peshawar city late in the night of April 29, reports Dawn. The injured were identified as Sub-Inspector Misri Khan and Constab
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Three Policemen sustained injuries when suspected militants attacked a checkpost at Milli Khel area in the outskirts of the Peshawar city late in the night of April 29, reports Dawn. The injured were identified as Sub-Inspector Misri Khan and Constables Aafiat Khan and Kifayat of Community Police. A Police official said that dozens of militants armed with sophisticated weapons attacked the Police checkpost from different directions which also caused damage to the building. He said that police retaliated and repulsed the attack. However, the militants managed to escape.
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April - 29 
Two Policemen and two militants were killed in an exchange of fire between the two parties in Chattar area of Naseerabad District on April 29, reports Daily Times. Official sources said a Police mobile van was on routine patrol when four unidentifie
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Two Policemen and two militants were killed in an exchange of fire between the two parties in Chattar area of Naseerabad District on April 29, reports Daily Times. Official sources said a Police mobile van was on routine patrol when four unidentified militants opened fire at it near Piro Bridge in Chattar area, resulting in the death of Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Wazir Ali Abro and Constable Rab Nawaz and injury of a constable, Rustam Khan. In retaliation, the Police killed two militants, who were later identified as Haro and Nabi Dad.
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April - 29 
Two Policemen and two militants were killed in an exchange of fire between the two parties in Chattar area of Naseerabad District on April 29, reports Daily Times. Official sources said a Police mobile van was on routine patrol when four unidentifie
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Two Policemen and two militants were killed in an exchange of fire between the two parties in Chattar area of Naseerabad District on April 29, reports Daily Times. Official sources said a Police mobile van was on routine patrol when four unidentified militants opened fire at it near Piro Bridge in Chattar area, resulting in the death of Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Wazir Ali Abro and Constable Rab Nawaz and injury of a constable, Rustam Khan. In retaliation, the Police killed two militants, who were later identified as Haro and Nabi Dad.
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April - 29 
Unidentified militants blew up a gas pipeline of eight-inch diameter in Sui area disrupting the gas supply to the Sui Purification Plant.
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Unidentified militants blew up a gas pipeline of eight-inch diameter in Sui area disrupting the gas supply to the Sui Purification Plant.
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April - 29 
Western powers must be firm with Pakistan about its need to crack down on extremists, but there is no alternative to continuing to work with Islamabad, British Member of Parliament (MP) David Miliband said on April 29, reports Dawn. Miliband voiced a
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Western powers must be firm with Pakistan about its need to crack down on extremists, but there is no alternative to continuing to work with Islamabad, British Member of Parliament (MP) David Miliband said on April 29, reports Dawn. Miliband voiced alarm at the influence inside Pakistani society of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT). “We should be engaging with Pakistan” he said at the Council on Foreign Relations. Pakistan needs to do more to hold assailants for the Mumbai attack accountable and if Lashkar-e-Taiba is expanding its reach, “then we need to be even more insistent on the need to roll up that infrastructure,” he said. But Miliband called on the US along with the South Asian nation’s neighbours to keep trying to engage both politically and economically. “One of the most chilling things I’ve heard and read over the last few months is that America has a choice about whether or not to sever its links with Pakistan. Because if you think it difficult, frustrating, enervating, dangerous dealing with Pakistan at the moment as a partner, try fulfilling your own interests in South Asia without Pakistan as a partner,” he said.
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April - 29 
Himalayan Times reports that while Special Committee (for supervision, integration and rehabilitation of Maoist combatants) is gearing up to deploy monitors to supervise 21 satellite camps where Maoist fighters are billeted, the combatants have objec
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Himalayan Times reports that while Special Committee (for supervision, integration and rehabilitation of Maoist combatants) is gearing up to deploy monitors to supervise 21 satellite camps where Maoist fighters are billeted, the combatants have objected to the idea, arguing that they need a ‘separate order’ from their mother party, the UCPN-M. “We are at the final stage of deploying monitors, but the camp commanders are in opposition. They say they have yet to receive an order from party high command,” a non-Maoist member in the SC Secretariat said.
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April - 29 
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF)—a global anti-money laundering body formed by G-20—may blacklist Nepal if it fails to meet its commitment regarding anti money laundering and terrorist financing by June 23 when FATF’s holds its annual meeting,
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The Financial Action Task Force (FATF)—a global anti-money laundering body formed by G-20—may blacklist Nepal if it fails to meet its commitment regarding anti money laundering and terrorist financing by June 23 when FATF’s holds its annual meeting, Kantipuronline reports. This is the warning issued by Asia Pacific Group (APG) on Money Laundering Executive Secretary Gordon Hook during his meeting with speaker Subas Nembang on April 29. APF is an anti-money laundering body that monitors this region on compliance of anti-money laundering measures. Nepal is an APG member.
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April - 29 
The major three parties – Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M), Nepali Congress (NC) and Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) - have agreed to speed up the constitution-drafting process, reports Kantipuronline. Dur
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The major three parties – Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M), Nepali Congress (NC) and Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) - have agreed to speed up the constitution-drafting process, reports Kantipuronline. During a meeting convened by Constituent assembly (CA) Chairman Subash Chandra Nembang in the evening of April 29 agreed to intensify bilateral and trilateral discussions to thrash out the debated issues, UCPN-M Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda informed after the meeting. A discussion among the members of sub-committee under the Constitutional Committee has been scheduled for May 1, he added. Dahal is the coordinator of the subcommittee formed to resolve the debated issues relating to constitution drafting. Minister for Education, Gangala Tuladhar, has said that peace and constitution are the top priorities of the Government and support and collaboration from the main opposition party NC is a must to meet such goals, according to Himalayan Times. Meanwhile, the Rastriya Prajatantra Party-Nepal (RPP-N) urged three major political parties – UCPN-M, CPN-UML and NC -- to dump the ideas of federalism and secularism thereby creating a favourable environment for the reinstatement of monarchy in the country, Kantipuronline reports. RPP-N claimed to establish constitutional monarchy and Hindu kingdom through street demonstrations if the big three parties failed to rethink over the issues of secularism, federalism and republic state. The RPP-N leaders demanded that the Government ensure the dissolution of the CA it parties failed to draft the constitution by May 28 deadline.
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April - 29 
The Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) in its central committee (CC) meeting on April 29 approved the political dossier of its chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda by majority votes, according to Nepal News. Dahal has in his politi
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The Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) in its central committee (CC) meeting on April 29 approved the political dossier of its chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda by majority votes, according to Nepal News. Dahal has in his political dossier emphasized the need to conclude the peace process and constitution-drafting to safeguard the political achievements made so far. Senior Maoist leader Dev Gurung later said that party vice-chairman Mohan Baidya, who had tabled a separate proposal in the CC meet vigorously advocating the revolutionary path, filed a note of dissent against Dahal’s proposal. Gurung further said that the party’s CC meet also concluded that there’s no alternative left but to go for the second extension of the Constituent Assembly’s term since the May 28 deadline for promulgation of the new constitution is not likely to be met. He, however, said that the party is in favor of an integrated draft of the new constitution by May 28. The vice chairman Baburam Bhattarai faction backed Dahal's document, adds Kantipuronline.
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April - 29 
Three people, including the driver, were injured in a bomb attack on a bus at local Volti in Mahottari District. The bus was returning towards Jaleshwar after transporting the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) members to the
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Three people, including the driver, were injured in a bomb attack on a bus at local Volti in Mahottari District. The bus was returning towards Jaleshwar after transporting the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) members to their homes following a programme attended by the Prime Minister in Janakpur when it was hit with the improvised explosive device (IED) at Volti. The Central Committee member of the Rajan Mukti faction of the Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM-R), Bhaskar Mukti taking responsibility for the attack on the bus said his party carried out the attack for defying the general shut down called in the District by the party.
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April - 29 
United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called on Nepal's rival parties on April 29 to step up efforts to agree a new constitution, according to Himalayan Times. The Secretary-General said Nepal was facing a new "decisive point" in its effo
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United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called on Nepal's rival parties on April 29 to step up efforts to agree a new constitution, according to Himalayan Times. The Secretary-General said Nepal was facing a new "decisive point" in its efforts to get over a decade of civil war between Maoist rebels and the Government that ended five years ago. "With Nepal's constitutional deadline less than one month away, the secretary-general urges all parties in Nepal to exert the utmost effort in reaching consensus on outstanding issues, including the integration and rehabilitation of Maoist army personnel and fundamental issues regarding the new constitution," Ban's spokesman Martin Nesirky said, adding, "At this decisive point in the process, the secretary-general calls on all parties to exercise maximum flexibility in seeking a common political ground to enable them to fulfill their commitments, including the adoption of a new constitution by the constituent assembly." Ban said in the statement that "Nepal's peace process has already delivered significant achievements. However, the process remains overdue and incomplete due to continuing differences among the parties."
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April - 29 
A, ‘operational commander’ of Janajuddha faction of Purbo Banglar Communist Party (PBCP-ML), identified as Ziarul Rahman (28) alias Bomaru Zia, was killed by Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) at Goashbari village under Ataikula Police Station in Pabna Dis
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A, ‘operational commander’ of Janajuddha faction of Purbo Banglar Communist Party (PBCP-ML), identified as Ziarul Rahman (28) alias Bomaru Zia, was killed by Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) at Goashbari village under Ataikula Police Station in Pabna District on April 29, reports Daily Star. Ziarul Rahman (28) alias Bomaru Zia, was the ‘operational commander’ of the outlawed party. Police recovered a shutter gun, a pistol, two magazines, one cartridge and five bullets from the spot.
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April - 29 
A Sri Lankan Government minister said on April 29 that former Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) international wing head and chief arms procurer Kumaran Pathmanathan alias KP could be used by the Government to respond to international allegation
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A Sri Lankan Government minister said on April 29 that former Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) international wing head and chief arms procurer Kumaran Pathmanathan alias KP could be used by the Government to respond to international allegations, according to Colombo Page. Cabinet Spokesperson and Minister Keheliya Rambukwella too told the media that the Government could use KP to counter the report by the Experts Panel of UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon.
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April - 29 
Representatives of the Sri Lankan Government and the major Tamil party , Tamil National Alliance (TNA) participated in a discussion in Colombo on April 29 to find a political solution to the ethnic issue, reports Colombo Page. MPs Suresh Premachandra
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Representatives of the Sri Lankan Government and the major Tamil party , Tamil National Alliance (TNA) participated in a discussion in Colombo on April 29 to find a political solution to the ethnic issue, reports Colombo Page. MPs Suresh Premachandran, Mavai Senathirajah, and M.A. Sumanthiran represented the Tamil National Alliance delegation while Ministers Rathnasiri Wickramanayaka, Nimal Siripala de Silva, Prof. G.L. Peiris, and MP Sajin de Vass Gunawardena participated for the Government. TNA parliamentarian Suresh Premachandran told the media that the Government and the TNA had discussed matters related to the devolution of power. The Government and the TNA had commenced discussions on issues related to the Tamil community in the country and finding a political solution to the ethnic issue in January 2011. The first round of talks was held on January 10, followed by three more rounds of negotiations on February 3, March 18, and April 7. The next round of talks between the Government and the TNA is to take place on May 12.
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April - 29 
Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in the general areas of Periyavilan, Semmanthivu, Vattapalai and Nallur areas in the North recovered one Anti Personnel Mine(APM), 20 60-mm mortar bombs and two hand grenades on
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Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in the general areas of Periyavilan, Semmanthivu, Vattapalai and Nallur areas in the North recovered one Anti Personnel Mine(APM), 20 60-mm mortar bombs and two hand grenades on April 29.
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April - 29 
Troops in the East recovered nine APM from Punani and Miraodei areas in Batticaloa District.
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Troops in the East recovered nine APM from Punani and Miraodei areas in Batticaloa District.
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April - 30 
A self styled ‘district commander’ of LeT and a Delhi resident were among 14 persons arrested under Public Safety Act (PSA) in Anantnag District. An unnamed Police spokes person said that self styled ‘district commander’ of LeT Firdous Ahmad Peer ali
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A self styled ‘district commander’ of LeT and a Delhi resident were among 14 persons arrested under Public Safety Act (PSA) in Anantnag District. An unnamed Police spokes person said that self styled ‘district commander’ of LeT Firdous Ahmad Peer alias Jana Peer alias Chottu was arrested on April 30 along with three others. During the past one week, Police arrested seven people, four LeT militants and three members of fake currency racket, spokesperson added.
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April - 30 
Kashmir Times, reports that on April 30 nine blocks of J&K will go to Panchayat (village level local self-government) polls in the fifth phase. Official sources said that 2645 candidates are in fray for four blocks in Kashmir division including Rajwa
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Kashmir Times, reports that on April 30 nine blocks of J&K will go to Panchayat (village level local self-government) polls in the fifth phase. Official sources said that 2645 candidates are in fray for four blocks in Kashmir division including Rajwara, Wagoora, Khansahib and Damhal Hanjipora. Five blocks in Jammu region going to polls include Arnas in Reasi, Panchari in Udhampur, Basohli in Kathua, Darhal and Budhai in Rajouri Districts respectively.
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April - 30 
Militants shot dead a civilian, Shamsuddin Mir alias Jana (25), outside his residence at Chanakhan in Sopore town of Baramulla District at around 8.30 pm on April 30, reports Daily Excelsior. Mir, a roadside vendor by occupation, was killed as the mi
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Militants shot dead a civilian, Shamsuddin Mir alias Jana (25), outside his residence at Chanakhan in Sopore town of Baramulla District at around 8.30 pm on April 30, reports Daily Excelsior. Mir, a roadside vendor by occupation, was killed as the militants suspected him to be an informer of the Security Forces.
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April - 30 
The Hindu reports that a Left Wing Extremist (LWE) belonging to the Praja Pratighatana faction of the Communist Party of India-Marxist Leninist (CPI-ML Praja Pratighatana) was killed and two other LWE cadres were injured in an encounter with the Poli
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The Hindu reports that a Left Wing Extremist (LWE) belonging to the Praja Pratighatana faction of the Communist Party of India-Marxist Leninist (CPI-ML Praja Pratighatana) was killed and two other LWE cadres were injured in an encounter with the Police in the forest area under Karakagudem Police Station limits in Pinapaka mandal (administrative unit) in Khammam District on April 30. According to sources, the exchange of fire took place during the course of a combing operation by the personnel of a special Police team between Moddulagudem and Adaviramaram. Superintendent of Police Kanti Rana Tata said that the slain Naxalite cadre was CPI-ML Praja Pratighatana Gundala area committee ‘commander’ Gampala Shankar, the brother of the outfit's State ‘secretary’ Mohan. Two more Naxalite cadres sustained bullet wounds in the exchange of fire, he said adding that they were rushed to a hospital in Khammam. The Police recovered two pistols and a country-made weapon besides several rounds of ammunition from the encounter site.
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April - 30 
The Hindu reports that the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a contractor identified as Ganesh Khosla, in Bandhugaon block (administrative division) of Koraput District in the night of April 30. A group of Maoists reac
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The Hindu reports that the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a contractor identified as Ganesh Khosla, in Bandhugaon block (administrative division) of Koraput District in the night of April 30. A group of Maoists reached Mahaguda village at around 2 am and took away Ganesh with them. Later, he was shot dead on the outskirts of village, Superintendent of Police (SP), Anup Kumar Sahu said. A letter in Telugu in the name of Koraput-Srikakulam division of CPI-Maoist outfit was found near the body. The letter said that the Maoists had alleged that Ganesh was a Police informer and part of the Shanti Committee, which is opposed to activities of Maoists and Maoist-backed Chasi Muliya Adivasi Sangh (CMAS) in the District, due to which he was killed as a punishment, the SP added. Maoists had alleged that Ganesh was exploiting his labourers and was also involved in corrupt practices in his construction work.
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April - 30 
The Paresh Barua Faction of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) on April 30 lashed out at former ‘commander’ of the outfit’s 28th battalion Mrinal Hazarika for declaring that Pro-Talks Faction of ULFA (ULFA-PTF) militants would make a foray in
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The Paresh Barua Faction of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) on April 30 lashed out at former ‘commander’ of the outfit’s 28th battalion Mrinal Hazarika for declaring that Pro-Talks Faction of ULFA (ULFA-PTF) militants would make a foray into the coal business for sustenance. A statement by Arunodoy Dohotia, leader of the outfit’s ‘central publicity’ cell that was mailed to media houses said that ULFA was in no way connected with the statement. It was purely Hazarika’s personal opinion, which exposed his arrogance and inclination to mafia raj. Meanwhile, opposition leader and former chief minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta said the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) would come down heavily on the syndicate business if it comes to power this time. He said involvement of the Surrendered ULFA leaders in the syndicate business provides evidence of total failure of the law and order in the state. Mahanta said all former ULFA leaders must deposit arms and enter designated camps for meaningful peace talks with the Government.
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April - 30 
The Police arrested a Maoist, identified as Sanjay Soren, from Lalmatia village in Munger District, reports Zee News. Sanjay, wanted in connection with over 12 cases, was arrested along with a pistol, ammunition, a Police uniform, dry fruits and ultr
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The Police arrested a Maoist, identified as Sanjay Soren, from Lalmatia village in Munger District, reports Zee News. Sanjay, wanted in connection with over 12 cases, was arrested along with a pistol, ammunition, a Police uniform, dry fruits and ultra-left literature.
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April - 30 
A suspected suicide bomber was arrested in Arakhel area of Kohat. According to official sources, the suspected 17-year-old suicide bomber was arrested as a result of a joint operation launched by Frontier Corps and peace committee of Jawakai area of
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A suspected suicide bomber was arrested in Arakhel area of Kohat. According to official sources, the suspected 17-year-old suicide bomber was arrested as a result of a joint operation launched by Frontier Corps and peace committee of Jawakai area of Kohat. Initial investigations revealed name of the suspected suicide bomber as Noor Muhammad, a resident of Tappi Kohat.
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April - 30 
At least three militants were killed during an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) after attacking a checkpost in Tora Chinna area of Darra Adamkhel town in Kohat District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 30, reports Dawn. The checkpost in Tora Chinna
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At least three militants were killed during an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) after attacking a checkpost in Tora Chinna area of Darra Adamkhel town in Kohat District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 30, reports Dawn. The checkpost in Tora Chinna area, which links Darra Adamkhel to Orakzai Agency, came under attack around 2 am in the night of April 29.
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April - 30 
The Special Court-13 on April 30 sentenced 56 jawans (troopers) of Dinajpur 2nd Battalion of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) to jail for their involvement in the mutiny at the Battalion on February 25 and 26 in 2009, reports Daily Star.
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The Special Court-13 on April 30 sentenced 56 jawans (troopers) of Dinajpur 2nd Battalion of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) to jail for their involvement in the mutiny at the Battalion on February 25 and 26 in 2009, reports Daily Star.
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April - 30 
Demining groups recovered 350 APMs, 14 electrical mines, one 60-mm mortar bomb and one Rocket Propeller Grenade (RPG) from Thammennakulam, Navatkulam, Mahilankulam, Marathamadu, Gajabapura and Kokutoduvai areas.
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Demining groups recovered 350 APMs, 14 electrical mines, one 60-mm mortar bomb and one Rocket Propeller Grenade (RPG) from Thammennakulam, Navatkulam, Mahilankulam, Marathamadu, Gajabapura and Kokutoduvai areas.
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April - 30 
Martin Nesirky, the Spokesperson for the UN chief said that the UN had not received any official response from the Government of Sri Lanka.
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Martin Nesirky, the Spokesperson for the UN chief said that the UN had not received any official response from the Government of Sri Lanka.
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April - 30 
Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Monarawewa, Wahalkada, Unchalkaddi, Iranamadu, Visuamadhu West and Olumadu areas in the North recovered 29 Anti Personnel Mines (APMs), one 60-mm mortar bomb, one 81-mm mortar
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Sri Lanka Army reports that troops on their search and clear operations in Monarawewa, Wahalkada, Unchalkaddi, Iranamadu, Visuamadhu West and Olumadu areas in the North recovered 29 Anti Personnel Mines (APMs), one 60-mm mortar bomb, one 81-mm mortar bomb, two hand grenades, 819 rounds of T-56 ammunition, one paddle gun round, one electrical mine and one Rocket Propeller Grenade (RPG) on April 30.
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April - 30 
The United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has asked the member states to give serious consideration to the Expert Panel report on Sri Lanka (also known as Darusman report) and act accordingly, Colombo Page reported on April 30.
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The United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has asked the member states to give serious consideration to the Expert Panel report on Sri Lanka (also known as Darusman report) and act accordingly, Colombo Page reported on April 30.
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April - 30 
Troops in the East recovered one hand grenade from Sittandi area in Batticaloa District.
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Troops in the East recovered one hand grenade from Sittandi area in Batticaloa District.
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*Data till , May 03, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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