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April - 1 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre who was killed in an exchange of fire with a team of Police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel in Gumla District of Jharkhand on March 31, has been identified as Dineshwar Oraon a
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre who was killed in an exchange of fire with a team of Police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel in Gumla District of Jharkhand on March 31, has been identified as Dineshwar Oraon alias Dinu Oraon (23), a resident of RoradChapar Toli under Peshrar Police Station limits in Lohardaga District of the State, reports The Telegraph on April 2. As per the report, Oraon was an ‘area commander’ of CPI-Maoist and carried a cash reward of INR 200,000 on his head. The Superintendent of Police (SP), Anjani Kumar Jha, said, “Oraon was wanted in at least nine cases registered against him in Gumla and Lohardaga Districts.” Further, a Police Official added that the team also recovered a semi-automatic 303 rifle as well as 105 rounds of ammunition, four Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) in milk cans and other weapons-related equipment from the incident site.
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Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) was extended for six months in three Districts-Tirap, Changlang and Longding of Arunachal Pradesh till September 2020, reports Outlook on April 2. Disturbed area tag was also extended to four Police station are
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Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) was extended for six months in three Districts-Tirap, Changlang and Longding of Arunachal Pradesh till September 2020, reports Outlook on April 2. Disturbed area tag was also extended to four Police station areas in three other Districts- Namsai and Mahadevpur Police stations in Namsai District, Roing police station in Lower Dibang Valley District and Sunpura police station in Lohit District.
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Militants shot dead two civilians in Damhal Hanjipora area in Kulgam District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 1, reports Daily Excelsior. The militants fired upon one Ghulam Hassan Wagay, son of Wahab Wagay, a retired Forest department employee a
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Militants shot dead two civilians in Damhal Hanjipora area in Kulgam District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 1, reports Daily Excelsior. The militants fired upon one Ghulam Hassan Wagay, son of Wahab Wagay, a retired Forest department employee and Seeraj Din Ahmad in Nandimarg area of DH Pora area in the District.Both,Ghulam and Seeraj, suffered severe injuries and later succumbed to their injuries.Security Forces (SFs) launched massive search operation to arrest the militants responsible for the killings.
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SFs have trapped a group of militants near the Line of Control (LoC) in Kupwara District of J&K on April 1, and massive searches have been launched in the area to prevent them from fleeing the cordon, reports Daily Excelsior.The SFs intercepted a gro
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SFs have trapped a group of militants near the Line of Control (LoC) in Kupwara District of J&K on April 1, and massive searches have been launched in the area to prevent them from fleeing the cordon, reports Daily Excelsior.The SFs intercepted a group of 5-6 militants near the LoC in Jumugund area of Kupwara, and when they were challenged led to an exchange of fire in the forest area. Inspector General of Police (IGP), Vijay Kumar, said, “The firing has stopped and area is under cordon. It was snowing in the area and it has hampered the operation.”An Army officer also said that the operation is going on and more areas have been cordoned off to prevent militants from fleeing.
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The National Investigating Agency (NIA) on April 1, registered a case against March 25, terrorist attack on the Gurdwara at Kabul, Afghanistan, reports India Today. An Indian citizen Tian Singh, a resident of Delhi's Greater Kailash Part-1, was also
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The National Investigating Agency (NIA) on April 1, registered a case against March 25, terrorist attack on the Gurdwara at Kabul, Afghanistan, reports India Today. An Indian citizen Tian Singh, a resident of Delhi's Greater Kailash Part-1, was also killed in the attack. The case has been booked under IPC and UAPA under the provisions of section 6(8) of the NIA Act and started an investigation into the recent attack. As per the preliminary investigation, one Muhsin from Trikkaripur, Kasargod, Kerala and others who had joined Islamic State (IS), are suspected to have been involved in the attack. This is the first case of its kind which NIA has registered as the recent amendments in the NIA Act have empowered NIA to investigate terror cases that are committed at any place outside India against the Indian citizens or affecting the interest of India.
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With intelligence reports suggesting a possible attempt by Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) to push terrorists into India to strike at vital installations amid national lockdown, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) has alerted the B
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With intelligence reports suggesting a possible attempt by Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) to push terrorists into India to strike at vital installations amid national lockdown, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) has alerted the Border Security Force (BSF) to keep vigil along the western frontiers, The Tribune reports on April 2. UMHA officials said there were intelligence inputs that the ISI could attempt to push terror elements through western borders, falling in Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Rajasthan and Gujarat. Confirming the intelligence reports, a Field Commander of the BSF posted along the frontiers of Punjab told that threats had always been there and the forces’ field formations were ready to take up any challenge.
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Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) arrested three militants of Ansar al-Islam from Rajshahi City Hat area in Rajshahi District of the Rajshahi Division for holding a clandestine meeting to conduct subversive activities on April 1, reports The Daily Star. T
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Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) arrested three militants of Ansar al-Islam from Rajshahi City Hat area in Rajshahi District of the Rajshahi Division for holding a clandestine meeting to conduct subversive activities on April 1, reports The Daily Star. The arrestees are Yousuf Ali Sourav (21), Souvik Hasan Sourav (20) and Shakil Khan (20). RAB recovered some "jihadi" books and training materials from their possession.
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The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) has written to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa expressing its deep concern over the Presidential pardon to former Army Corporal Sunil Ratnayake, who was convicted of killing eight civilians including thre
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The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) has written to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa expressing its deep concern over the Presidential pardon to former Army Corporal Sunil Ratnayake, who was convicted of killing eight civilians including three children, reports Colombo Page on April 2. The HRCSL in its letter to the President said the granting of a presidential pardon to a person convicted of such a heinous offence and whose conviction was upheld unanimously by the Supreme Court sends a negative message that reinforces allegations of impunity and lack of justice for victims of violations in Sri Lanka.
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Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) in a statement called upon the Government to publicly disclose all relevant documents in the case of the Presidential pardon afforded to the convict in the case of the Mirusuvil Massacre of December 2000, r
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Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) in a statement called upon the Government to publicly disclose all relevant documents in the case of the Presidential pardon afforded to the convict in the case of the Mirusuvil Massacre of December 2000, reports Colombo Page on April 2.The TISL said the Presidential Secretariat must make the Report of the Trial Judge, Advice of the Attorney General and the recommendation of the Justice Minister public.TISL said it is concerned that failure to do so could result in irreparable damage to the separation of powers between the executive and judiciary especially given that the conviction and sentencing in this case was upheld by a five member bench of the Supreme Court comprised of Justices BuvanekaAluvihare, Nalin Perera, Sisira de Abrew, Priyantha Jayawardena and Murdhu Fernando in April 2019.
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The Taliban group has said it would cease fire in areas which would be affected by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in a bid to allow the medical teams provide healthcare services, reports bhaktarnews.com on April 2. Zabiullah Mujahid, a Taliban spo
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The Taliban group has said it would cease fire in areas which would be affected by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in a bid to allow the medical teams provide healthcare services, reports bhaktarnews.com on April 2. Zabiullah Mujahid, a Taliban spokesperson, said in a Twitter post that the Taliban group would cease fire in the areas which are under the control of the group, provided that those areas are affected by coronavirus.
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A roadside bomb killed at least eight civilians, including six children while they were travelling with their family in a minivan in Helmand Province of Afghanistan on April 1, reports ABC News. They were on their way to Greshk District when the bomb
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A roadside bomb killed at least eight civilians, including six children while they were travelling with their family in a minivan in Helmand Province of Afghanistan on April 1, reports ABC News. They were on their way to Greshk District when the bomb hit their car, the Helmand Province Police Spokesman Zaman Hamdard said adding that two more family members were wounded in the incident.
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Five Taliban militants, including two leaders Mullah Noor and Mullah Qurban, were killed in Afghan Security Forces raid on their hideouts in Mardyan region of Jawzjan Province in Afghanistanon April 1, reports bhaktarnews.com.12 Taliban militants hav
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Five Taliban militants, including two leaders Mullah Noor and Mullah Qurban, were killed in Afghan Security Forces raid on their hideouts in Mardyan region of Jawzjan Province in Afghanistanon April 1, reports bhaktarnews.com.12 Taliban militants have been injured.
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On April 1, Afghan Security Forces (SFs) killed eight Taliban militants were killed in Almar, Qaisar and Belcheragh Districts in Faryab Province, reports bhaktarnews.com.
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On April 1, Afghan Security Forces (SFs) killed eight Taliban militants were killed in Almar, Qaisar and Belcheragh Districts in Faryab Province, reports bhaktarnews.com.
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On April 1, four civilians including a policeman were injured in a mine explosion in Sharan city of Paktika Province, reports bhaktarnews.com.
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On April 1, four civilians including a policeman were injured in a mine explosion in Sharan city of Paktika Province, reports bhaktarnews.com.
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On April 1, the Police detected a car packed explosive in a crowded area of Khost city of Khost Province, reports bhaktarnews.com.
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On April 1, the Police detected a car packed explosive in a crowded area of Khost city of Khost Province, reports bhaktarnews.com.
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The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) is urging all Afghan parties to work together to resolve their differences peacefully for the good of the people of Afghanistan, reports Khaama News Agency on April 2. The Secretary-General
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The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) is urging all Afghan parties to work together to resolve their differences peacefully for the good of the people of Afghanistan, reports Khaama News Agency on April 2. The Secretary-General’s Deputy Special Representative for Afghanistan Ingrid Hayden said, “Afghanistan appears to be reaching a defining moment. Almost two decades after the start of the coalition intervention, the question for the Islamic Republic now is: can its leaders rally together to engage in meaningful talks with the Taliban to achieve a sustainable peace?”
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April - 1 
Unnamed sources within the Afghan government said that the government and the Taliban are set to swap the first batch of their prisoners on April 2 (today), reports Tolo News. Up to 100 Taliban prisoners will be swapped with 20 Government Forces conf
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Unnamed sources within the Afghan government said that the government and the Taliban are set to swap the first batch of their prisoners on April 2 (today), reports Tolo News. Up to 100 Taliban prisoners will be swapped with 20 Government Forces confirmed the sources.
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A civilian was killed by suspected militants in Anantnag District ofJammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 2, reports Daily Excelsior. An official said unidentified gunmen barged into the residence of one Mohammad Saleem Dar in Larkipora in Anantnag and f
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A civilian was killed by suspected militants in Anantnag District ofJammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 2, reports Daily Excelsior. An official said unidentified gunmen barged into the residence of one Mohammad Saleem Dar in Larkipora in Anantnag and fired at Dar, injuring him critically, who later succumbed to his injuries.” The gunmen managed to escape from the spot under the cover of darkness,” the official said, adding that Security Forces (SFs) launched a search operation to arrest the suspected militants.
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Four infiltrating militants were killed and two others injured in retaliatory action by the Indian troops as Pakistan continued heavy mortar shelling and firing violating the Cease Fire Agreement (CFA)on the Line of Control (LoC) in Balakote sector i
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Four infiltrating militants were killed and two others injured in retaliatory action by the Indian troops as Pakistan continued heavy mortar shelling and firing violating the Cease Fire Agreement (CFA)on the Line of Control (LoC) in Balakote sector in Mendhar Tehsil (revenue unit) in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 2, reports Daily Excelsior. Three Pakistan Army personnel were also killed in the retaliatory action by the Indian troops. Also, two Indian Army jawans(troopers), identified as, Naib Subedar Satpal and Havaldar Dharampal,were injured in Pakistan shelling.Official sources said,the Pakistan Army initiated shelling and firing on the LoC in Balakote sector in Poonch District last evening (April 2) targeting forward posts of army and some civilian locations, prompting heavy retaliation by the Indian troops which continued intermittently throughout the night.
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On the intervening night of April 2 and April 3, Police carried out separate raids in Kupwara and Baramulla Districts in which three Over Ground Workers (OGWs) were arrested. Azad Ahmad Bhat of Shalpore in Langate was arrested in Kupwara District. Ot
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On the intervening night of April 2 and April 3, Police carried out separate raids in Kupwara and Baramulla Districts in which three Over Ground Workers (OGWs) were arrested. Azad Ahmad Bhat of Shalpore in Langate was arrested in Kupwara District. Other two arrested are: Altaf Baba of Rafiabad in Sopore in Baramulla, and Irshad Ahmad of Silikote in Uri in Baramulla. During searches, SFs seized a sizeable number of arms and ammunition, besides several Lashkar-e-Toiba(LeT) letter pads from them. During questioning, Police learnt that the LeT affiliates were motivating the youth of the area to join militancy by providing them with arms and ammunition. “They also supplied weapons to some who had recently joined the outfit and were operating in Handwara,” a Police officer said. Based on the information provided by the OGWs, a joint team of Army’s 21 Rashtriya Rifles (RR), 30 RR, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)’s 92 Bn and Handwara Police launched a search operation in Gund Chogal village in Handwara early on April 3, and arrested the four militants, identified as Parvaiz Ahmad Chopan, Mudasir Ahmad Pandit, Mohammad Rafi Sheikh and Burhan Mushtaq Wani — all from Langate tehsil (revenue unit) in Kupwara. The SFs also recovered three AK-47 rifles, eight AK-47 magazines, 332 AK rounds, 12 hand grenades, three pistols, six pistol magazines, 24 pistol rounds and letter pads of the outfit from the possession of the arrested militants.
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April - 2 
Police Spokesman SP Jaliya Senaratne on April 2 said that two more suspects were arrested in connection with the Easter Sunday attacks, reports Daily Mirror. He said the suspects were arrested following the questioning of the main suspect arrested ov
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Police Spokesman SP Jaliya Senaratne on April 2 said that two more suspects were arrested in connection with the Easter Sunday attacks, reports Daily Mirror. He said the suspects were arrested following the questioning of the main suspect arrested over the suicide bomb attack on Zion Church in Batticaloa. The spokesman said according to the investigations, one of the suspects, a resident of Gothatuwa, had involved of the attack on Cinnamon Grand hotel in Colombo and transported the suicide bomber to the hotel. The second suspect, resident of Mattakkuliya allegedly involved in the bomb attack of St. Anthony’s Church in Kochchikade.
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April - 2 
Afghan Security Forces killed six Taliban militants in Noor Gul District of Kunar Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 3.
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Afghan Security Forces killed six Taliban militants in Noor Gul District of Kunar Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 3.
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April - 2 
Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF), in an operation, killed six Taliban militants in Mangjak District of Jawzjan Province on April 2, reports BhaktarNews.
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Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF), in an operation, killed six Taliban militants in Mangjak District of Jawzjan Province on April 2, reports BhaktarNews.
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April - 2 
People close to former mujahideen leader Abdul Rab Rasoul Sayyaf claimed that President Ghani and Abdullah Abdullah are close to resolving their political differences, reports Khaama News Agency on April 2. There was however no official claim has yet
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People close to former mujahideen leader Abdul Rab Rasoul Sayyaf claimed that President Ghani and Abdullah Abdullah are close to resolving their political differences, reports Khaama News Agency on April 2. There was however no official claim has yet been released. On April 2, discussions were held among Afghan political figures and Abdullah Abdullah seeking to end the post-election tension between Abdullah Abdullah and Ashraf Ghani met at Gulbuddin Hekmatyar's house on April 2.The Presidential Palace has not commented yet but Mohammad Mohaqiq, leader of the Hizb-i-Wahdat political party and a close ally to Abdullah Abdullah, who attended the meeting at Hekmatyar's residence, wrote on his Facebook page that "News will be forthcoming".
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April - 2 
President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani has issued a decree to specify the responsibilities of Amrullah Saleh, the First Vice President of Afghanistan, reports The Khaama Presson April 3. President Ghani has authorized Saleh to distribute land to refugees a
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President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani has issued a decree to specify the responsibilities of Amrullah Saleh, the First Vice President of Afghanistan, reports The Khaama Presson April 3. President Ghani has authorized Saleh to distribute land to refugees and internally displaced people and coordinate with the United Nations institutions and Non-governmental Organizations.
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April - 2 
The Office of the President of Afghanistan, on April 2, announced that President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani spoke with General Qamar Javed Bajwa, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of Pakistan, reports The Khaama Press. According to a statement released by AR
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The Office of the President of Afghanistan, on April 2, announced that President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani spoke with General Qamar Javed Bajwa, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of Pakistan, reports The Khaama Press. According to a statement released by ARG Palace, Bajwa congratulated Ghani for his re-election as the President of Afghanistan. The statement further added that Bajwa also congratulated Ghani for the election of an inclusive peace negotiator, expressing hopes that delegation would take forward the peace negotiations with Taliban.
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April - 3 
National Investigation Agency (NIA) on April 3, filed a supplementary charge sheet which stated that Burdwan blast accused Sahanur Alom was behind the Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) module busted in Barpeta District of Assam in December 2019,
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National Investigation Agency (NIA) on April 3, filed a supplementary charge sheet which stated that Burdwan blast accused Sahanur Alom was behind the Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) module busted in Barpeta District of Assam in December 2019, reports Nagaland Post. “Investigation has revealed that accused persons are trained members of JMB. They were recruited by one Sahanur Alom alias Sahanur Alam alias Doctor of Barpeta. Alom was earlier arrested by NIA in Burdwan blast case on October 10, 2014.” In the chargesheet, the NIA named two accused -- Hafizur Rahman and Azaharuddin Ahmed -- under charges of Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The NIA had already filed charge-sheet against the five accused -- Hafizur Rahman, Yakub Ali, Sariful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman and Mohammad Hafiz Safikul Islam, on January 24, 2020.
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April - 3 
Pakistan troops violated the Cease Fire Agreement (CFA) in which two personnel of the Border Security Force (BSF) and four Army soldiers suffered injuries along the Line of Control (LoC) in Sunderbani sector in Rajouri District of Jammu and Kashmir (
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Pakistan troops violated the Cease Fire Agreement (CFA) in which two personnel of the Border Security Force (BSF) and four Army soldiers suffered injuries along the Line of Control (LoC) in Sunderbani sector in Rajouri District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 3, reports Daily Excelsior. Sources said that at around 0400 hours, a 60 MM mortar bomb launched from Pakistan side opposite Mala area of Sunderbani sector exploded causing injuries to the six security personnel.
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April - 3 
Pakistani troops also violated CFA in the Krishna Ghati sector in Poonch District of J&K on April 3, reports Daily Excelsior. At about 1745 hours, Pakistan initiated unprovoked CFA violation along LoC by firing with small arms and shelling with morta
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Pakistani troops also violated CFA in the Krishna Ghati sector in Poonch District of J&K on April 3, reports Daily Excelsior. At about 1745 hours, Pakistan initiated unprovoked CFA violation along LoC by firing with small arms and shelling with mortars in Krishna Ghati sector of Poonch. However, there were no reports of any casualties.
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April - 3 
Sindh Government on April 3, invoked the maintenance of public order to keep in jail British-born alQaeda leader Ahmed Omar Saeed Sheikh after a court overturned his death sentence in the abduction and murder of United States (US) journalist Daniel P
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Sindh Government on April 3, invoked the maintenance of public order to keep in jail British-born alQaeda leader Ahmed Omar Saeed Sheikh after a court overturned his death sentence in the abduction and murder of United States (US) journalist Daniel Pearl in Karachi in 2002, reports The Times of India. Three of his accomplices, who were acquitted on April 2, will also remain in prison. Sheikh was sentenced to death in 2002 for masterminding Pearl’s murder. The other three were sentenced to life. On April 2, a two-judge Sindh High Court bench had found Sheikh guilty of the lesser charge of kidnapping and commuted his death sentence to seven years in prison. According to the law, Sheikh was eligible to walk free as he had already served 18 years in prison on the death row. The Sindh Government acted swiftly to invoke the order which allows it to keep the four convicts behind bars for three months. According to a notification issued by the Sindh Home Ministry, the release of Sheikh and his three associates could jeopardise the law and order situation in the province, thus, necessitating their continued detention.
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April - 3 
12 Taliban militantswere killed and three others were injured in an air strike in Kandahar Provinceof Afghanistan, reports Bakhtar News on April 4. The Afghan Security Forces (ASFs) in a statement said that 12 armed oppositions including their two l
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12 Taliban militantswere killed and three others were injured in an air strike in Kandahar Provinceof Afghanistan, reports Bakhtar News on April 4. The Afghan Security Forces (ASFs) in a statement said that 12 armed oppositions including their two local ‘commander’s were killed and three more were injured following the air raid.
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April - 3 
President Ashraf Ghani has publicly proposed that the leadership of the peace council be taken on by his principal political opponent Abdullah Abdullah, who disputed the recent election results and has announced a parallel government, reports Tolo N
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President Ashraf Ghani has publicly proposed that the leadership of the peace council be taken on by his principal political opponent Abdullah Abdullah, who disputed the recent election results and has announced a parallel government, reports Tolo News on April 4.“You share with Mr. Abdullah the issue that I am suggesting. It is the leadership of the peace process,” Ghani said. “A high peace council should be established and (Dr. Abdullah) should head the high peace council.” Ghani added: “His (Abdullah’s) protocol can be the protocol of a vice president, his security, his budget, his decision- making, all can be discussed. We have full flexibility.” Ghani said he had suggested that Abdullah include his own (Abdullah's) aides in Ghani's new cabinet. “We recommended Mr. Abdullah give a list of all his influential aides,” Ghani said. “Measures should be clear. Each minister, without exception, should have a commitment with you (lawmakers), with me and with the nation.”
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April - 3 
Afghan National Police (ANP) recovered and naturalized eight rounds of different types of mines planted by Taliban militants in undisclosed areas in Kandahar Province of Afghanistan, reports Bakhtar News on April 4.
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Afghan National Police (ANP) recovered and naturalized eight rounds of different types of mines planted by Taliban militants in undisclosed areas in Kandahar Province of Afghanistan, reports Bakhtar News on April 4.
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April - 3 
Public Uprising Forces killing four Taliban militants in Nawa Jangal area of Tagab District in Kapisa Province of Afghanistan on April 3, reports The Khaama Press.
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Public Uprising Forces killing four Taliban militants in Nawa Jangal area of Tagab District in Kapisa Province of Afghanistan on April 3, reports The Khaama Press.
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April - 3 
Six National Directorate Security (NDS) personnel were killed and two others were injured in a Taliban attack in Muqar District in Badghis Provinceof Afghanistan, reports Bakhtar News on April 4.
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Six National Directorate Security (NDS) personnel were killed and two others were injured in a Taliban attack in Muqar District in Badghis Provinceof Afghanistan, reports Bakhtar News on April 4.
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April - 3 
Unknown gunmen opened fire on two personnel of the Afghan President Protective Service (APPS) killing one and causing injury to another in Paghman District of Kabul city in Kabul Province on April 3, reports The Khaama Press.
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Unknown gunmen opened fire on two personnel of the Afghan President Protective Service (APPS) killing one and causing injury to another in Paghman District of Kabul city in Kabul Province on April 3, reports The Khaama Press.
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April - 4 
Three women Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist)cadres were killed in an encounter between Maoists and Security Forces (SFs) at Chirung village under Gudri Police Station area in West Singhbhum District of Jharkhand on April 4, reports The P
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Three women Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist)cadres were killed in an encounter between Maoists and Security Forces (SFs) at Chirung village under Gudri Police Station area in West Singhbhum District of Jharkhand on April 4, reports The Pioneer.West Singhbhum Superintendent of Police (SP), Indrajeet Mahatha said, "During the operation there were jawans (troopers) of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)'s 170 and 60 battalions posted in West Singhbhum and 94 battalion from the adjoining Khunti district beside the district police jawans.The personnel rushed to the Chirung village by maintaining social distancing and encircled the village where about 25 rebels were holding meeting with the villagers. But as the police and para-military forces reached, the rebels started firing at the troops. After an initial exchange of fire from both the sides for about an hour, the naxals [Left Wing Extremists, LWEs] started backtracking and finally fled the scene." After the rebels fled the scene, the SFs carried out a search operation and found the bullet-ridden bodies of three women Maoists,beside those bodies were lying three rifles."During the search, we found over 500 rounds of bullets, arrow bombs, two IEDs (Improvised Explosive Devices), medicines, naxal literature from the scene, suggesting that the rebels belonging to Suresh Munda squad of the CPI-Maoist were at the Chirung village for motivating the villagers for joining the naxalism," SP, Mahatha pointed out.Intelligence sources maintained that the Naxalshave once again started influencing the local residents to come to the fold of the naxalism, said a senior intelligence officer. He said the rebels are targeting areas in Sonua, Goelkera and Porahat region of West Singhbhum.
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April - 4 
A group of CPI-Maoist cadres detonated an IED near a house in Dholabani village in West Singhbhum District of Jharkhand on April 4, reports The Pioneer.Seeing security personnel, the Maoists fled, however, before escaping to nearby forests, the Maois
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A group of CPI-Maoist cadres detonated an IED near a house in Dholabani village in West Singhbhum District of Jharkhand on April 4, reports The Pioneer.Seeing security personnel, the Maoists fled, however, before escaping to nearby forests, the Maoists shot at a friend of the owner of the house near which the IED exploded. Three motorcycles parked near the house were gutted after they caught fire due to the blast, Police said.
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April - 4 
Four Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM)militants were killed in an exchange of fire with SFs in Man Gori village of Khul Batpora area in Kulgam District of J&K on April 4, reports The Hindu.The slain militants were identified as, Shahid Sadiq alias Azan, Waqar
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Four Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM)militants were killed in an exchange of fire with SFs in Man Gori village of Khul Batpora area in Kulgam District of J&K on April 4, reports The Hindu.The slain militants were identified as, Shahid Sadiq alias Azan, Waqar Itoo, Ajaz Naiko alias Musa and Ashraf Malik alias Saddam. According to a Police Official, “Shaid had joined the militant ranks on April 8, 2019, Sadiq and Waqar in 2019, while Ajaz Nayak joined militancy 21 months ago.” The official also said, “All the four militants were surrounded by a joint search party of the Army, the Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)in the said area. When the militants were challenged, they opened fire. In the exchange of fire, they were killed.” Earlier, SATPreported that two militants were killed in the District on April 4.
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April - 4 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested two militants of the United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) from Longvi village under the Nampong Block (administrative unit) in Changlang District in Arunachal Pradesh on April 4, reports The Assam Tribun
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested two militants of the United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) from Longvi village under the Nampong Block (administrative unit) in Changlang District in Arunachal Pradesh on April 4, reports The Assam Tribune. As per the report, on receiving inputs about the presence of ULFA-I militantsin the area, the Changlang Police, along with personnel of 19 Assam Rifles (AR)and 171/CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) personnel launched a joint operation. The arrested militants have been identified as ‘SS Pvt’ Jahnu Boruah (20)and ‘SS Pvt’ Chandrakanta Likharu (26) – both residents of Dibrugarh and Karbi Anglong Districts of Assam respectively.
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April - 4 
Two militants were killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Hardmand Guri village of Kulgam District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 4 (today), reports The Pioneer. Police spokesperson stated, "This operation based on a credible polic
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Two militants were killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Hardmand Guri village of Kulgam District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 4 (today), reports The Pioneer. Police spokesperson stated, "This operation based on a credible police input was launched this morning. Two terrorists have been reportedly killed so far." The identity of the slain militants is yet to be established.
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April - 4 
In a special operation by Afghan Security Forces (ASF), on April 4, arrested‘chief’ ofIslamic State-Khorasan (IS-Khorasan), identified as Mawlawi Abdullah alias Aslam Farooqui on charges of orchestrating the attack on Kabul Gurdwara on March 25, from
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In a special operation by Afghan Security Forces (ASF), on April 4, arrested‘chief’ ofIslamic State-Khorasan (IS-Khorasan), identified as Mawlawi Abdullah alias Aslam Farooqui on charges of orchestrating the attack on Kabul Gurdwara on March 25, from Kabul District of Kabul Provinceof Afghanistan, reports Hindustan Times. As per the report, Mawlawi Abdullah, a Pakistani national, was earlier associated with theLashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and then Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). He later replaced Mawlawi Zia-ul-Haq alias Abu Omar Khorasani as IS- Khorasanchief in April 2019.
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April - 4 
President Ashraf Ghani issuing two decrees appointed Mohammad Hanif Atmar as acting Minister and the nominee for the Ministry Foreign Affairs, reports BhaktarNews on April 5.
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President Ashraf Ghani issuing two decrees appointed Mohammad Hanif Atmar as acting Minister and the nominee for the Ministry Foreign Affairs, reports BhaktarNews on April 5.
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April - 4 
The Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF) killed seven Taliban militants including,‘Police chief’ Qari Jawid alias Masroor, during a clash in Sayedabad District of Wardak Province of Afghanistan on April 4, reports The Khaama Press.
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The Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF) killed seven Taliban militants including,‘Police chief’ Qari Jawid alias Masroor, during a clash in Sayedabad District of Wardak Province of Afghanistan on April 4, reports The Khaama Press.
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April - 5 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has called for a unilateral ceasefire and announced that they would not attack Security Forces (SFs) in Andhra Pradesh amid the coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak across the country, reports Hindustan Ti
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has called for a unilateral ceasefire and announced that they would not attack Security Forces (SFs) in Andhra Pradesh amid the coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak across the country, reports Hindustan Times on April 6. As per the report, the Malkangiri-Koraput-Visakha Border (MKVB) division’s committee secretary of CPI-Maoist named Kailasam released a hand-written statement in Telugu to the Andhra Pradesh media that stated the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes Covid-19, was creating havoc across the world. “Our party, People’s Liberation Guerrilla Army (PLGA), an armed wing of the CPI-Maoist, and various frontal organisations of the party have decided against carrying out any kind of attack on the Security Forces during this period,” the statement said. Kailasam, however, warned that the party would be compelled to retaliate if SFs resort to any kind of action. “We demand that the government responds to our statement within five days,” Kailasam added.
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April - 5 
A woman cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Debe Sodi (22) carrying a cash reward of INR 400,000 on her head surrendered before Superintendent of Police (SP) Rishikesh Khilar, in Malkangiri District of Odisha on A
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A woman cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Debe Sodi (22) carrying a cash reward of INR 400,000 on her head surrendered before Superintendent of Police (SP) Rishikesh Khilar, in Malkangiri District of Odisha on April 5, reports The New Indian Express. As per the report, Debe Sodi, a native of Kusaraj village in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh was a CPI-Maoist ‘area committee member’ of Pedarash Local Organisation Squad (LOS) under Darbha Division of Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee (DKSZC). She had joined the Maoist’s Pedaras LOS in 2012. She is suspected to be involved in the killing of civilians in Chikpal village under Katakalyan Police Station Limits in 2019 and Karkam village under Mopad Police Station limits in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh this year, said the SP. She was also allegedly involved in an exchange of fire with Police in Madjum and Churnar village in Chhattisgarh in July 2017 and 2018.
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April - 5 
Four more Indian soldiers were killed in an exchange of fire as Army foiled a major infiltration bid along the Line of Control (LoC) in Kupwara forests at Keran sector in Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 5, reports Daily Excelsior
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Four more Indian soldiers were killed in an exchange of fire as Army foiled a major infiltration bid along the Line of Control (LoC) in Kupwara forests at Keran sector in Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 5, reports Daily Excelsior. The slain soldiers have been identified as Subedar Sanjeev Kumar, Havaldar Davendra Singh, Para trooper Bal Krishan, Para trooper Amit Kumar and Chhatrapal Singh. The identity of the militants is yet to be established. Earlier, South Asia Terrorism Portal (SATP) had reported the Security Forces (SFs) killed five militants attempting to infiltrate across the LoC at Keran sector in Kupwara District of J&K, while one soldier was also killed and two others were injured on April 5.
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April - 5 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) have come out in support of the Government’s decision to implement lockdown amid coronavirus pandemic in Odisha and as a part of the lockdown exercise, the organisation decided not to indulge in violen
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) have come out in support of the Government’s decision to implement lockdown amid coronavirus pandemic in Odisha and as a part of the lockdown exercise, the organisation decided not to indulge in violence for five days, reports The New Indian Express on April 6. Speaking to some media-persons at Swabhiman Anchal, the Spokesperson of Malkangiri-Koraput-Visakhapatnam Border (MKVB) committee of the CPI-Maoist – Kailash said that the outfit will not carry out any violence during this period unless security personnel attack them. “The war against the pandemic can be fought and won through awareness programmes put in place by the Government and adhering to social distancing,” he said. Further, refuting media reports that some Maoists have been infected by coronavirus, he said, “We are taking all preventive steps and maintaining social distancing.”
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April - 5 
The Security Forces (SFs) killed five terrorists attempting to infiltrate across the Line of Control (LoC) at Keran sector in Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), while one soldier was also killed and two otherswere injured on April 5, report
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The Security Forces (SFs) killed five terrorists attempting to infiltrate across the Line of Control (LoC) at Keran sector in Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), while one soldier was also killed and two otherswere injured on April 5, reports India Today. The identities of the slain militants are yet to be ascertained.
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April - 5 
The Security Forces (SFs) recovered live Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and a heavy amount of ammunition from Bihar-Jharkhand borders on April 5, reports All India Radio. As per the report, the State Police Forces of Jharkhand and Bihar, as well
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The Security Forces (SFs) recovered live Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and a heavy amount of ammunition from Bihar-Jharkhand borders on April 5, reports All India Radio. As per the report, the State Police Forces of Jharkhand and Bihar, as well as personnel of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in a joint search operation, recovered four IEDs of 20 kilograms each and ammunition from the Garudabad area under Chakai Police Station limits in Jamui District of Bihar and Bhatuakurha river area under Bhelwaghati Police Station limits in Giridih District of Jharkhand.
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April - 5 
The senior Maoist leader Jallandhar Reddy alias Krishna, the ‘State Zonal Committee Member’ in Andhra Odisha Border Special Zonal Committee (AOBSZC), has made a plea through a video for peace in the LWE [Left Wing Extremism]-affected areas in Andhra
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The senior Maoist leader Jallandhar Reddy alias Krishna, the ‘State Zonal Committee Member’ in Andhra Odisha Border Special Zonal Committee (AOBSZC), has made a plea through a video for peace in the LWE [Left Wing Extremism]-affected areas in Andhra Pradesh-Odisha Border region, amid the COVID-19 threat, reports The Hindu on April 6. As per the report, the leader released a video that said there would be no offensive from the Maoist side, as long as the people and the government fight against the virus. He, however, said that the Maoists would not hesitate to retaliate any offensive from the Security Forces (SFs), as a self-protection measure. The Maoist leader also asked the SFs not to indulge in combing operation but instead focus on saving people from the pandemic.
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April - 5 
A commander of National Directorate of Security (NDS), Afghan intelligence service, Special Forces, Ahmad, who led the operation to arrest Aslam Farooqi aka Abdullah Orakzai, the leader of the Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP), said the operati
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A commander of National Directorate of Security (NDS), Afghan intelligence service, Special Forces, Ahmad, who led the operation to arrest Aslam Farooqi aka Abdullah Orakzai, the leader of the Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP), said the operation was the most complex and precise operation he had carried out in his seven years of duty, reports Tolo News on April 6. “An operation was carried out in four or five parts of the city (in one of the southern provinces), and Aslam Farooqi was in one of the districts when we arrested him,” Ahmad added.
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April - 5 
Afghan Security Forces killed four Taliban insurgents in the outskirt of Alishing District Laghman Province on April 5, reports BhaktarNews.
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Afghan Security Forces killed four Taliban insurgents in the outskirt of Alishing District Laghman Province on April 5, reports BhaktarNews.
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April - 5 
Five Islamic State (IS) militants surrendered their arms to Afghan Security Forces in Kunar Province on April 5, reports The Khaama Press.
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Five Islamic State (IS) militants surrendered their arms to Afghan Security Forces in Kunar Province on April 5, reports The Khaama Press.
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April - 5 
The Taliban on April 5 said their peace deal with the United States (US) was nearing a breaking point, accusing US of violations that included drone attacks on civilians, reports ABC News. The Taliban said they had restricted attacks against Afghan s
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The Taliban on April 5 said their peace deal with the United States (US) was nearing a breaking point, accusing US of violations that included drone attacks on civilians, reports ABC News. The Taliban said they had restricted attacks against Afghan security forces to rural outposts, had not attacked international forces and had not attacked Afghan forces in cities or military installations. The Taliban said these limits on their attacks had not been specifically laid out in the agreement with the U.S. signed in February 2020. Taliban had also censured the Afghan government for delaying the release of 5,000 Taliban prisoners promised in the agreement. The Taliban issued warning of more violence if the U.S. and the Afghan government continue alleged violations of the deal.
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April - 5 
The United States on April 5 has linked international aid for Afghanistan to the settlement of a protracted political crisis, which has seen the war-shattered country politically paralyzed and threatens to derail a nascent peace-building deal with th
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The United States on April 5 has linked international aid for Afghanistan to the settlement of a protracted political crisis, which has seen the war-shattered country politically paralyzed and threatens to derail a nascent peace-building deal with the Taliban insurgency, reports VoA. “It can’t be business as usual for international donors in Afghanistan,” Alice Wells, the top American diplomat for South and Central Asian affairs, warned in a tweet. “International aid requires partnership with an inclusive government and we all must hold Afghan leaders accountable to agree on a governing arrangement,” wrote Wells, the principal deputy assistant secretary. The political stalemate between President Ashraf Ghani and his chief rival, Abdullah Abdullah, stems from the disputed September 28 Afghan election and its outcome. Separately, Col Sonny Leggett, an American military spokesman has rejected insurgent allegations it was violating terms of the U.S.-Taliban deal signed on February 29.
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April - 6 
Government,on April 6, revoked Public Safety Act (PSA) against 20 persons who were detained in August last year (2019) with majority of them lodged in Central Jail Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. Eighteen of them are lod
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Government,on April 6, revoked Public Safety Act (PSA) against 20 persons who were detained in August last year (2019) with majority of them lodged in Central Jail Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. Eighteen of them are lodged in different jails of J&K. Of them, 16 are lodged in Central Jail Srinagar and one each in Kot Bhalwal Jail Jammu and Special Jail Pulwama while two others are outside J&K.Last week, the High Court had directed the High-Powered Committee (HPC), convened to de-congest jails by releasing prisoners on parole in the wake of COVID-19 outbreak.However, the HPC had maintained that release of detainees under the PSA does not fall within the terms of guidelines issued by the Supreme Court to decongest jails.
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April - 6 
In an article in the second issue of “The Voice of Hind,” a magazine published and distributed online by Islamic State (IS) supporters in India, the IS supporters declare that COVID-19 “is a punishment sent by Allah on whom he wished, and Allah made
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In an article in the second issue of “The Voice of Hind,” a magazine published and distributed online by Islamic State (IS) supporters in India, the IS supporters declare that COVID-19 “is a punishment sent by Allah on whom he wished, and Allah made it mercy for the believers”, hstoday.us reports on April 7. The magazine tells jihadists to “prepare with whatever you have and Rise up! and make it worse for the Kuffar [disbelievers]” during the pandemic, and “nonetheless show mercy towards the believers and support them during these times.”“Undoubtedly, Allah has made this disease a source of chaos amongst the nations of disbelief, and their militaries and police have been deployed in their streets and alleys, thus making them an easy target,” the article continues. “So, use this opportunity to strike them with a sword or a knife or even a rope is enough to stop their breath, fill the streets with their blood. Indeed, this is the punishment and wrath of Allah up on the disbelievers, so make it worse for them. Allah aids those who aid His religion and Allah is pre dominant over His affairs but most of the people do not know.”Another page in the magazine lists some ways to “annihilate the disbelievers,” including vehicle attacks, knife and ax attacks, arson, and poisoning food and drink. The latest issue was released in late March. The encouragement of terrorism linked to the coronavirus joins other IS propaganda including a graphic circulated by IS supporters declaring the virus to be a “soldier of Allah.”
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April - 6 
Pakistani troops violated the CeaseFire Agreement (CFA) and resorted to small arms firing and mortar shelling along the Line of Control (LoC) in Mankote, Balakote and Mendhar sectors in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 6, reports D
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Pakistani troops violated the CeaseFire Agreement (CFA) and resorted to small arms firing and mortar shelling along the Line of Control (LoC) in Mankote, Balakote and Mendhar sectors in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 6, reports Daily Excelsior.However, there were no casualties on the Indian side.
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April - 6 
Security Forces (SFs) have been deployed in Bastar division of Chhattisgarh and alert have been issued against violent attacks after SFs received inputs indicating large groups of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres 'regrouping' in th
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Security Forces (SFs) have been deployed in Bastar division of Chhattisgarh and alert have been issued against violent attacks after SFs received inputs indicating large groups of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres 'regrouping' in the area to take advantage of the ongoing lockdown amid the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), reports PTIon April 7. A senior Police Official said armed cadres of the CPI-Maoist have been reported to be undertaking meetings in the Districts of Jagdalpur, Dantewada, and Sukma of Bastar division. “The concern of Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] attacks on SFs and others in south Chhattisgarh have increased after multiple inputs received by the agencies suggest that a large group has entered into the area from Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal, and even Nepal. While the CPI-Maoist has called for a unilateral ceasefire in Odisha, no such call has been made in the Chhattisgarh area,” the official added.
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April - 6 
The Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) of the Army destroyed four live mortar 81 mm shells fired by Pakistani troops to target forward posts along the LoC in Balakote sector in Poonch District of J&K on April 6, reports Daily Excelsior.Army experts rushed to
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The Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) of the Army destroyed four live mortar 81 mm shells fired by Pakistani troops to target forward posts along the LoC in Balakote sector in Poonch District of J&K on April 6, reports Daily Excelsior.Army experts rushed to the spot and later safely destroyed the mortar shells.
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April - 6 
The Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) of Bihar (Munger range), Manu Maharaaj on April 6 said that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were trying to take advantage of the nationwide lockdown amid the coronavirus (Covid-19)
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The Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) of Bihar (Munger range), Manu Maharaaj on April 6 said that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were trying to take advantage of the nationwide lockdown amid the coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak, reports The Times of India. “We are cautious and have foiled their attempts to cause damage to the Security Forces (SFs) during the lockdown,” the DIG said adding that “the powerful explosives that were recovered from Bihar-Jharkhand borders on April 5 were meant to target the SFs and loot their weapons. However, timely detection of the explosives foiled their plan.”
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April - 6 
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) will review Pakistan's performance to meet international commitments in the fight against terror financing during a meeting scheduled to be held in China in June 2020, reports The Times of India on April 7.Curre
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The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) will review Pakistan's performance to meet international commitments in the fight against terror financing during a meeting scheduled to be held in China in June 2020, reports The Times of India on April 7.Currently placed on the FATF's 'grey list', Pakistan has been scrambling in recent months to avoid being added to a list of countries deemed non-compliant with anti-money laundering and terrorist financing regulations, a measure that officials in Islamabad fear could hurt its economy, which is already under severe strain. FAFT will review Pakistan's performance to meet international commitments and standards in the fight against money laundering and terror financing at its meeting slated to be held in Beijing (China) on June 21-26, 2020, Dawn reported. However, it is not yet clear if the meeting could be postponed due to the global coronavirus pandemic which broke out in central China's Wuhan city.
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April - 6 
Afghan Security Forces foiled an attack in a security check post, killed three Taliban militants in Dangam District of Kunar Province on April 6, reports BhaktarNews.
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Afghan Security Forces foiled an attack in a security check post, killed three Taliban militants in Dangam District of Kunar Province on April 6, reports BhaktarNews.
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April - 6 
Afghan Security Forces, in an air raid, killed eleven Taliban militants in Chamtal District in Balkh Province on April 6, reports BhaktarNews. Another six Taliban militants were injured in the air strikes.
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Afghan Security Forces, in an air raid, killed eleven Taliban militants in Chamtal District in Balkh Province on April 6, reports BhaktarNews. Another six Taliban militants were injured in the air strikes.
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April - 6 
The head of the Independent Directorate of Local Governance (IDLG), Matin Bek, on April 6 said that the delay in the release of Taliban prisoners is due to the insistence of the group for the release of their 15 senior commanders who are involved in
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The head of the Independent Directorate of Local Governance (IDLG), Matin Bek, on April 6 said that the delay in the release of Taliban prisoners is due to the insistence of the group for the release of their 15 senior commanders who are involved in “big attacks”, reports Tolo News. Bek is also a member of the negotiation team appointed by the President Ashraf Ghani. “We are ready to release 400 (prisoners) in the first phase. It is the Taliban who do not want this. They are asking for the release of the 15 (commanders). If we release the 15 individuals, their hands are stained with people’s blood,” Bek.The release of 5,000 Taliban prisoners is part of deal signed by the US and the Taliban in Doha on Feb. 29.Bek said demands reveal the Taliban’s "stubbornness" and it is "not acceptable" as it will lead to the fall of provinces and the continuation of violence in the country.
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April - 7 
At least three Pakistan army personnel have been killed and an equal number of them injured in retaliatory action by the Indian troops when Pakistan resorted to heavy shelling by mortars violating the Cease Fire Agreement (CFA) along the Line of Cont
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At least three Pakistan army personnel have been killed and an equal number of them injured in retaliatory action by the Indian troops when Pakistan resorted to heavy shelling by mortars violating the Cease Fire Agreement (CFA) along the Line of Control (LoC) in Hajipeer area in Uri sector in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 7, reports Daily Excelsior. However, Indian Army didn’t suffer any casualties or damage in the shelling and firing. Reports, though, said that Pakistan army was trying to push trained militants into the Indian territory under the cover of shelling and firing. But after the killing of three Pakistan army personnel and injuries to three others, the militants didn’t make any attempt to infiltrate, sources said, adding that Pakistan army has brought groups of militants at launching pads close to the LoC for infiltration into J&K.
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April - 7 
Border Security Force (BSF) Tripura Frontier on April 7 stated that border vigil has been tightened since the nationwide lockdown was imposed to contain coronavirus, reports Northeast Now. The official stated that “There has been a complete lockdown
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Border Security Force (BSF) Tripura Frontier on April 7 stated that border vigil has been tightened since the nationwide lockdown was imposed to contain coronavirus, reports Northeast Now. The official stated that “There has been a complete lockdown along the Indo-Bangla border to stop cross-border movement, be it people or goods or something else. Additional forces have been deployed in some vulnerable border areas to ensure that no one enters the territory”. He also added that, Police are also on the move to search for suspected Bangladeshi nationals who entered the state before the lockdown.
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April - 7 
India effectively closed the operations at its consulates in Herat and Jalalabad, and brought back 56 staff and Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) personnel from Afghanistan in an Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft on April 7, reports The Hindu. Unnamed
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India effectively closed the operations at its consulates in Herat and Jalalabad, and brought back 56 staff and Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) personnel from Afghanistan in an Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft on April 7, reports The Hindu. Unnamed security sources told the newspaper that the step was undertaken in view of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) spread and growing security threats in Afghanistan.
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April - 7 
On April 7, unidentified assailants torched a security truck carrying essential commodities between Shangching Alungtang and Gamnoum Shingcha village in Kamjong District of Manipur, reports The Sangai Express.
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On April 7, unidentified assailants torched a security truck carrying essential commodities between Shangching Alungtang and Gamnoum Shingcha village in Kamjong District of Manipur, reports The Sangai Express.
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April - 7 
One Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper was killed and another injured when a militant hurled a grenade at a patrolling party near Goriwan along the old national highway in Bijbehara town in Anantnag District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on Apr
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One Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper was killed and another injured when a militant hurled a grenade at a patrolling party near Goriwan along the old national highway in Bijbehara town in Anantnag District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April7, reports Daily Excelsior. The militant threw a grenade at a CRPF patrolling party in which Head Constable Shiv Lal Neetam was killed and another trooper sustained injuries.
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April - 7 
The Maoists set ablaze a couple of tractors, mixer machines and some equipment at an under-construction bridge between Lingapalli and Kistapur near Dechlipetha village in Aheri Taluka (revenue sub-division)in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra on Apr
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The Maoists set ablaze a couple of tractors, mixer machines and some equipment at an under-construction bridge between Lingapalli and Kistapur near Dechlipetha village in Aheri Taluka (revenue sub-division)in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra on April 7, reports The Times of India. The Maoists left a pamphlet and banner near the spot warning the contractor against continuing the work.
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April - 7 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA), on April 7, arrested two persons accused in the case relating to the killing of Bhima Mandavi, the then Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) of Chhattisgarh and four Police Personnel in an Improvised Explosive
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA), on April 7, arrested two persons accused in the case relating to the killing of Bhima Mandavi, the then Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) of Chhattisgarh and four Police Personnel in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast carried out by CPI-Maoist cadres in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on April 9, 2019, reports The Pioneer. As per the report, the accused – Bhima Tati (27) and Madka Ram Tati (36), both residents of Patel Para at Tikanpal village in Dantewada District were arrested from the said village in District. “Both the accused were produced before NIA Special Court, Jagdalpur which has granted their custody for 6 days to NIA for their interrogation,” read the NIA’s statement.
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April - 7 
The Pakistani troops continued heavy mortar shelling and firing violating the CFA for third consecutive day today in Balakote and Mankote sectors in Poonch District of J&K on April 7, reports Daily Excelsior. A Defence spokesperson said, “At about 7
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The Pakistani troops continued heavy mortar shelling and firing violating the CFA for third consecutive day today in Balakote and Mankote sectors in Poonch District of J&K on April 7, reports Daily Excelsior. A Defence spokesperson said, “At about 7.45 am today, Pakistan initiated unprovoked ceasefire violation by firing from small arms and shelling mortars along the LoC in Balakote and Mankote sectors of Poonch district. The Indian Army retaliated in a befitting manner.” However, there were no casualties or damage on the Indian side.
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April - 7 
The Punjab and Haryana High Court lawyers are receiving recorded calls from the New York-based Pro-Khalistan group – Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), which was banned by India last year, seeking their opinion about its movement to “free” Punjab from India, r
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The Punjab and Haryana High Court lawyers are receiving recorded calls from the New York-based Pro-Khalistan group – Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), which was banned by India last year, seeking their opinion about its movement to “free” Punjab from India, reports The Times of India on April 8. As per the report, in the recorded calls, SFJ is instigating listeners against the Central Government and the Punjab administration using the novel coronavirus pandemic as an excuse.Referring to the tough action taken by Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh and Prime Minister Narendra Modi against those violating lockdown norms, the pro-Khalistan group has also accused them of "torturing" youngsters.Reportedly, the calls are made from only one US-based number +18336101020.Sources in the intelligence agencies confirmed that similar calls are being made on behalf of SFJ for the past one week in other parts of Punjab.The intelligence agencies had already issued an alert that SFJ is launching new propaganda against India.
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April - 7 
The Security Forces (SFs) in Jharkhand, on April 7, said they will continue with intelligence-based anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] operations in the State, even though the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Odisha and Telangana ha
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The Security Forces (SFs) in Jharkhand, on April 7, said they will continue with intelligence-based anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] operations in the State, even though the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Odisha and Telangana has announced a unilateral ceasefire in view of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, reports The Times of India. The decision comes after a few Maoist-related incidents, including an encounter in West Singhbhum District were reported last week. The Inspector General (IG) of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Raj Kumar, said, “The administrative deployment to implement the lockdown is mainly in urban and semi-urban areas. It is not hindering the movement of the extremists in the forests. The recent incidents demonstrate that they are active. The tri-junction of Ranchi, Khunti and Chaibasa Districts, the Parasnath hills in Giridih and BudhaPahar in Bokaro are some of the rebel hotspots in the State.”
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April - 7 
Security Forces (SFs) killed four terrorists and recovered arms and ammunition during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Idel Khel village in North Waziristan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) in Pakistan on April 7, reports The Express Trib
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Security Forces (SFs) killed four terrorists and recovered arms and ammunition during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Idel Khel village in North Waziristan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) in Pakistan on April 7, reports The Express Tribune. A statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said, “Four terrorists were killed while trying to escape the cordon. A cache of arms and ammunition were also recovered.” The identity of the slain terrorists is yet to be ascertained.
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April - 7 
Three terrorists were killed in another operation on a terrorist hideout in Mohmand District of KP on April 7, reports The Express Tribune. The SFs also recovered Improvised Explosive Devices(IEDs), night vision sights, extremist literature and India
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Three terrorists were killed in another operation on a terrorist hideout in Mohmand District of KP on April 7, reports The Express Tribune. The SFs also recovered Improvised Explosive Devices(IEDs), night vision sights, extremist literature and Indian origin medicines from the hideout. The identity of the slain terrorists is yet to be established.
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April - 7 
A team of Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) unit of Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) on April 7 arrested Captain Abdul Majed, convicted killer of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, near Gabtoli Bus Terminal in Dhaka city of Dhaka Distri
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A team of Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) unit of Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) on April 7 arrested Captain Abdul Majed, convicted killer of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, near Gabtoli Bus Terminal in Dhaka city of Dhaka District in Dhaka Division, reports The Daily Star.Hours after his arrest, DhakaMetropolitan Magistrate Court sent Captain Abdul Majed to Dhaka Central Jail. Hemayet Uddin Khan, Assistant Public Prosecutor of the Chief Metropolitan Magistrate's Court of Dhaka, told, "Majed returned to the country on March 15 or 16 from Kolkata. He claimed that he had been hiding there for about 23 years." A CTTC high official, requesting anonymity, said during primary interrogation, Majed, the self-declared killer of Bangabandhu, told them that after returning home, he stayed in different houses, but had communications with his family. Majed was present at Dhanmondi Road-32 on August 15, 1975, when Bangabandhu and most of his family members were assassinated. After the killing of Bangabandhu, Majed performed his duties at the Bangabhaban and some other places as per the instructions of late Ziaur Rahman. The late President Ziaur Rahman's Government awarded the killers in many ways. Majed went into hiding after the Awami League Government came to power in 1997.
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April - 7 
'At least 15 Taliban' were killed in clashes with residents of two villages in Dara-e-Sof-e-Bala district of Samangan Province of Afghanistan on April 7, reports Tolo News. An unnamed local security official said that two residents were also killed i
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'At least 15 Taliban' were killed in clashes with residents of two villages in Dara-e-Sof-e-Bala district of Samangan Province of Afghanistan on April 7, reports Tolo News. An unnamed local security official said that two residents were also killed in these clashes.
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April - 7 
India effectively closed the operations at its consulates in Herat and Jalalabad, and brought back 56 staff and Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) personnel from Afghanistan in an Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft on April 7, reports The Hindu. Unnamed
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India effectively closed the operations at its consulates in Herat and Jalalabad, and brought back 56 staff and Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) personnel from Afghanistan in an Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft on April 7, reports The Hindu. Unnamed security sources told the newspaper that the step was undertaken in view of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) spread and growing security threats in Afghanistan.
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April - 7 
The Taliban group on April 7 announced that it has stopped negotiations with the Afghan government over the release of Taliban prisoners with effect from today, reports The KhaamaPress. “We sent a technical team of the Prisoner’s Commission to Kabul
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The Taliban group on April 7 announced that it has stopped negotiations with the Afghan government over the release of Taliban prisoners with effect from today, reports The KhaamaPress. “We sent a technical team of the Prisoner’s Commission to Kabul for verification and identification of our prisoners as release of prisoners was to start as per the signed agreement and the promise made (to us),” Suhail Shaheen, a spokesperson for Taliban’s political office said in a Twitter post. Shaheen further added “But, unfortunately, their release has been delayed under one pretext or another till now. Therefore, our technical team will not participate in fruitless meetings with relevant sides starting from tomorrow.”
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April - 7 
Two current United States (US) senior officials (and one former official) were quoted by NBC News, on April 7 for saying that US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo during a trip to Kabul two weeks ago on March 23, threatened President Ashraf Ghani and Ab
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Two current United States (US) senior officials (and one former official) were quoted by NBC News, on April 7 for saying that US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo during a trip to Kabul two weeks ago on March 23, threatened President Ashraf Ghani and Abdullah Abdullah that President Donald Trump might do a complete troop pull-out, as well as an cut aid, if the dispute continues, reports Tolo News on April 7.
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April - 7 
United States Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for South and Central Asian Affairs Alice Wells has expressed her concerns over minorities in Afghanistan following the latest attack on Afghan Sikh, reports Tolo News on April 8. Alice Wells, tweete
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United States Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for South and Central Asian Affairs Alice Wells has expressed her concerns over minorities in Afghanistan following the latest attack on Afghan Sikh, reports Tolo News on April 8. Alice Wells, tweeted, “I remain deeply concerned about the safety of the Sikh community in #Afghanistan. Afghan Sikhs have long been an integral part of the multicultural tapestry of Afghanistan, and Afghans must come together now to ensure the security of religious minorities”. On March 25, 25 Sikhs were attacked and killed by Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) at Dharamshala, a Sikh place of worship in Kabul’s Shor Bazar area.
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April - 8 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Midiam Hurra (20), carrying a cash reward of INR 100,000 on his head, was arrested by a team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and local Police from a forested area under Kirandul Polic
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Midiam Hurra (20), carrying a cash reward of INR 100,000 on his head, was arrested by a team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and local Police from a forested area under Kirandul Police Station limits in Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh on April 8, reports Outlook India. According to theSuperintendent of Police (SP), Abhishek Pallava, Hurra had joined the CPI-Maoist in 2016, and since then, he was active as a member of Local Guerilla Squad (LGS) under ‘Malangir area committee’ of the Maoists. He was allegedly involved in the blast that killed seven security personnel at Kirandul area on May 20, 2018, said the SP.
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April - 8 
A Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) militant ‘commander’ was killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Sopore area in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 8, reports Daily Excelsior. The slain militant was identified as Sajad Nawab
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A Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) militant ‘commander’ was killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in Sopore area in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 8, reports Daily Excelsior. The slain militant was identified as Sajad Nawab Dar. The SFs had launched a Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) in the Arampora area in Sopore in the District late April 7 night after receiving specific information about the presence of militants there, and the militants fired upon the search party of the SFs on April 8 drawing retaliation, in which Sajad was killed.
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April - 8 
A newly floated outfit, the Resistance Front, has come under the scanner of enforcement agencies for its suspected links with the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), reports The Hindu on April 9. An unnamed official of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) said, “We h
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A newly floated outfit, the Resistance Front, has come under the scanner of enforcement agencies for its suspected links with the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), reports The Hindu on April 9. An unnamed official of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) said, “We have reason to believe that the outfit is a front for the LeT. It has been launched to evade the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) scrutiny and avoid further sanctions. The FATF is to review Pakistan’s performance in acting against terror funding at its meeting in Beijing (China) to be held from June 21 to 26.”The financial investigating agencies are trying to unearth the channel of funding to the new outfit, which is also called JK Fighters, to identify all those involved.
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April - 8 
Armed cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a dreaded gangster, identified as Ramanand Yadav, his relative, and a close associate while five others were injured in a gun-battle at an undisclosed location on the border of K
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Armed cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a dreaded gangster, identified as Ramanand Yadav, his relative, and a close associate while five others were injured in a gun-battle at an undisclosed location on the border of Khagaria-Saharsa District of Bihar on April 8, reports Deccan Herald. As per the report, the Maoists were tracking Ramanand who had gone to Khagaria to attend the last rites of his brother-in-law. They gheraoed Ramanand and his men on the border of Khagaria-Saharsa District and in the ensued gunfight, Ramanand, his nephew and a close associate were killed. Ramanand was wanted by the Bihar Police in connection with more than a dozen cases of kidnapping, loot and murder in five Districts – Saharsa, Madhubani, Darbhanga, Samastipur and Khagaria in Bihar.
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April - 8 
Army destroyed artillery shell fired by Pakistani forces in forward village near the LoC in Mankot sector in Mendhar tehsil (revenue unit) of Poonch District of J&K on April 8, reports Daily Excelsior.The shell had landed near a house in the Mankot a
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Army destroyed artillery shell fired by Pakistani forces in forward village near the LoC in Mankot sector in Mendhar tehsil (revenue unit) of Poonch District of J&K on April 8, reports Daily Excelsior.The shell had landed near a house in the Mankot area of Mendhar sector during cross-border shelling on April 6 and was noticed by some villagers, who informed the Army. Later, the Army Ordinance team rushed to the spot and destroyed the unexploded shell safely.
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April - 8 
In the bail plea of suspected Islamic State (IS) militant Areeb Majeed, facing trial for going to Syria to commit terror acts,Bombay High Court declined to vacate its stay on bail granted him recently by a trial court, The Times of India reports on A
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In the bail plea of suspected Islamic State (IS) militant Areeb Majeed, facing trial for going to Syria to commit terror acts,Bombay High Court declined to vacate its stay on bail granted him recently by a trial court, The Times of India reports on April 9.The High Court has however stayed the bail till April 21. Majeed has been behind bars since his arrest on November 28, 2014. He is accused of having indulged in alleged terrorist activities in Iraq between May and November 2014 by joining IS, and was likely to commit them in India. Majeed’s defence, is that “he was, in fact, brought back to India with all necessary help by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) officers in consultation with his father, and that,those officers... were also present at the Airport at the time of arrival.’’
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April - 8 
On April 8, Naga Hoho (apex body of naga tribes) appealed for peace in Naga Self-Administered Zone (SAZ) in Sagaing Region of Myanmar, where a joint military operation is purportedly being conducted by Indian and Myanmar, reports Nagaland Post. Naga
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On April 8, Naga Hoho (apex body of naga tribes) appealed for peace in Naga Self-Administered Zone (SAZ) in Sagaing Region of Myanmar, where a joint military operation is purportedly being conducted by Indian and Myanmar, reports Nagaland Post. Naga Hoho urged both India and Myanmar governments to suspend military operations.
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April - 8 
Pakistani troops shelled forward posts violating the Cease Fire Agreement (CFA) along the Line of Control (LoC) in Rajouri sector in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) for the third consecutive day on April 8, reports Daily Excelsior.A defenc
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Pakistani troops shelled forward posts violating the Cease Fire Agreement (CFA) along the Line of Control (LoC) in Rajouri sector in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) for the third consecutive day on April 8, reports Daily Excelsior.A defence spokesman said, “About 8.45 pm on Wednesday, Pakistan initiated unprovoked ceasefire violation by firing with small arms and mortar shelling along the LoC in the Rajouri sector.”The Indian Army retaliated befittingly to the Pakistan shelling.
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April - 8 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres shot dead a former Special Police Officer (SPO), identified as Jivte Ramteke (45), after branding him as ‘police informer’ at Kohoka-Mokasa village under Kotgul Police Stationlimits in Gadchirol
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres shot dead a former Special Police Officer (SPO), identified as Jivte Ramteke (45), after branding him as ‘police informer’ at Kohoka-Mokasa village under Kotgul Police Stationlimits in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra on April 8, reports The Times of India. As per the report, the Maoists had earlier, erected a banner mentioning Jivte’s name and warning him of dire consequences for making money by becoming a ‘police informer’. The Maoists reached his village and dragged him out of his house and shot him dead.
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April - 8 
District and Sessions Court of Dhaka city on April 8 issued death warrant for Captain Abdul Majed, convicted killer of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, reports The Daily Star. On November 19, 2009, the Supreme Court upheld a High Court verdict, con
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District and Sessions Court of Dhaka city on April 8 issued death warrant for Captain Abdul Majed, convicted killer of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, reports The Daily Star. On November 19, 2009, the Supreme Court upheld a High Court verdict, confirming capital punishment of 12 people, including Majed, for killing the Father of the Nation and most of his family members on August 15, 1975. The death sentence will be executed between 21 and 28 days of its issuance. Majed, however, filed a mercy petition to the President, seeking clemency.
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April - 8 
President Abdul Hamid on April 8 rejected the mercy petition of retired Army Captain Abdul Majed, one of the convicted killers of the country’s founding president Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, clearing the way for his execution, reports New Age. The Preside
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President Abdul Hamid on April 8 rejected the mercy petition of retired Army Captain Abdul Majed, one of the convicted killers of the country’s founding president Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, clearing the way for his execution, reports New Age. The President rejected the petition when it reached Bangabhaban after he sought Presidential clemency for his deeds.
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April - 8 
Security Forces conducted airstrikes killing seven Taliban militants and wounding 3 others in Arghandab District of Zabul Province on April 8, reports Khaama News Agency.
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Security Forces conducted airstrikes killing seven Taliban militants and wounding 3 others in Arghandab District of Zabul Province on April 8, reports Khaama News Agency.
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April - 8 
Six Taliban militants,including ‘commander’ Hayatullah, were killed by the Afghan Security Forces when militants launched an attack on security posts, in Kajak Khel Village of Shahjoi District in Zabul Province of Afghanistan, reports The Khaama Pres
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Six Taliban militants,including ‘commander’ Hayatullah, were killed by the Afghan Security Forces when militants launched an attack on security posts, in Kajak Khel Village of Shahjoi District in Zabul Province of Afghanistan, reports The Khaama Press on April 9.
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April - 8 
The Afghan Government on April 8 announced the release of 100 Taliban prisoners, a move expected to be a step closer to intra-Afghan talks, reports Tolo News. The Office of the National Security Council (ONSC) in a statement confirmed the release of
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The Afghan Government on April 8 announced the release of 100 Taliban prisoners, a move expected to be a step closer to intra-Afghan talks, reports Tolo News. The Office of the National Security Council (ONSC) in a statement confirmed the release of the prisoners, saying it was the fulfilment of a recent decree made by President Ashraf Ghani. “Pursuant to President Ghani’s decree of March 11, the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan released 100 Taliban prisoners today based on their health condition, age and length of remaining sentence as part of our efforts for peace and containment of COVID-19,” the ONSC said in a statement.
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April - 8 
Unidentified militants killed three Afghan Security Forces (two personnel of Faryab’s National Directorate of Security (NDS) and a local Police officer) in first District of Maimana city the provincial capital of Faryab Province on April 8, reports B
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Unidentified militants killed three Afghan Security Forces (two personnel of Faryab’s National Directorate of Security (NDS) and a local Police officer) in first District of Maimana city the provincial capital of Faryab Province on April 8, reports BhaktarNews.
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April - 9 
National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) in a statement on April 9 claimed that there were only two indigenous groups in Manipur, the Meiteis and Nagas, reports East Mojo. The statement also added that Kukis settled in Manipur rec
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National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) in a statement on April 9 claimed that there were only two indigenous groups in Manipur, the Meiteis and Nagas, reports East Mojo. The statement also added that Kukis settled in Manipur recently while Nagas are recorded to be living in their land since ‘time immemorial’. As per the statement, the Kukis have been living in and around Chassad (Kamjong District) with the permission of the Sampui village headman against yearly payment of house tax. The Kukis have been allowed to live in the area until such time when they started wrongfully claiming land ownership or land owners, the statement said.
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April - 9 
Pakistani troops violated the CeaseFire Agreement (CFA) by resorting to small arms firing and mortar shelling along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 9, reports Daily Excelsior. A Defence public relation
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Pakistani troops violated the CeaseFire Agreement (CFA) by resorting to small arms firing and mortar shelling along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 9, reports Daily Excelsior. A Defence public relations officer (PRO) said, the shelling from across the border started at 5.45 pm in Shahpur and Kirni sectors of the District, to which the Indian Army retaliated befittingly. However, there were no reports of any casualties in the Indian side.
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April - 9 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested a Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) militant from Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 9, reports Daily Excelsior. A Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) was launched around Shimlaran Nallah in Chandoosa area of Ba
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested a Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) militant from Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 9, reports Daily Excelsior. A Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) was launched around Shimlaran Nallah in Chandoosa area of Baramulla late on April 8, following information about presence of militants there, during which, one JeM militant, identified as Bashir Ahmad Beigh, was arrested along with one AK-47 rifle and some ammunition in his possession.
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April - 9 
The Security Forces (SFs) recovered two Improvised Explosive Device (IED)-fitted arrows and two can-bombs after an exchange of firewith Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in a forested area of Kedabir under Sonuwa Police Station limits in W
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The Security Forces (SFs) recovered two Improvised Explosive Device (IED)-fitted arrows and two can-bombs after an exchange of firewith Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in a forested area of Kedabir under Sonuwa Police Station limits in West Singhbhum District of Jharkhand on April 9, reports Outlook India. According to the Superintendent of Police (SP) Inderjit Mahata, on receiving information about the presence of the Maoist squad led by Lodaro Lohar in the said forest, the personnel comprising the jawans (troopers) of District Police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) surrounded the area. The Maoists began indiscriminate firing after they sighted the SFs and a gun-battle ensued. No casualty was reported in the encounter as the Maoists retreated into the forest leaving behind the explosives.
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April - 9 
Pakistan has demanded the hand over Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) leader Aslam Farooqi who was recently arrested by the Afghan intelligence services, reports The Khaama Press on April 10. “The Ambassador of Afghanistan to Pakistan was calle
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Pakistan has demanded the hand over Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) leader Aslam Farooqi who was recently arrested by the Afghan intelligence services, reports The Khaama Press on April 10. “The Ambassador of Afghanistan to Pakistan was called to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and conveyed Pakistan’s views with regard to the arrest of IS-KP leader, Aslam Farooqi, by the Afghan authorities on 5 April 2020,” Pakistan’s foreign ministry said in a statement.
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April - 9 
Afghan Security Forces killed four Taliban militants in PushtRoud District Farah Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 10.
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Afghan Security Forces killed four Taliban militants in PushtRoud District Farah Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 10.
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April - 9 
Four Taliban militants were killed following Afghan Security Forces’ attack in Faizabad-Baharak highway of Espangal region in Badakhshan Province, reports bhaktarnews.com on April 10.
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Four Taliban militants were killed following Afghan Security Forces’ attack in Faizabad-Baharak highway of Espangal region in Badakhshan Province, reports bhaktarnews.com on April 10.
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April - 9 
Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) terrorists fired five rockets at United States (US) Bagram airbase in Parwan Province of Afghanistan on April 9, reports Tolo News. A vehicle was destroyed but there were no casualties, said Afghanistan's Minis
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Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) terrorists fired five rockets at United States (US) Bagram airbase in Parwan Province of Afghanistan on April 9, reports Tolo News. A vehicle was destroyed but there were no casualties, said Afghanistan's Ministry of Interior. Resolute Support Mission tweeted, “Five rockets were fired at Bagram airfield early this morning. There were no casualties or injuries. Our ANDSF [Afghan National Defence Forces] partners are investigating the incident."
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April - 9 
Pakistan has demanded the hand over Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) leader Aslam Farooqi who was recently arrested by the Afghan intelligence services, reports The Khaama Press on April 10. “The Ambassador of Afghanistan to Pakistan was calle
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Pakistan has demanded the hand over Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) leader Aslam Farooqi who was recently arrested by the Afghan intelligence services, reports The Khaama Press on April 10. “The Ambassador of Afghanistan to Pakistan was called to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and conveyed Pakistan’s views with regard to the arrest of IS-KP leader, Aslam Farooqi, by the Afghan authorities on 5 April 2020,” Pakistan’s foreign ministry said in a statement.
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April - 9 
Security Forces killed two Taliban militants when they attacked the security posts in Qala-e Elyas, located in the outskirts of the provincial capital of Logar Province, reports Khaama News Agency on April 10.
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Security Forces killed two Taliban militants when they attacked the security posts in Qala-e Elyas, located in the outskirts of the provincial capital of Logar Province, reports Khaama News Agency on April 10.
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April - 9 
Taliban militants killed a military officer in Nansi District of Badakhshan Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 10.
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Taliban militants killed a military officer in Nansi District of Badakhshan Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 10.
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April - 10 
Police have arrested more than a dozen people for joining the funeral of a Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) ‘commander’ in Sopore area in Baramulla District of J&K, reports Daily Excelsior.The arrests were made after Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP) registered a
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Police have arrested more than a dozen people for joining the funeral of a Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) ‘commander’ in Sopore area in Baramulla District of J&K, reports Daily Excelsior.The arrests were made after Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP) registered a case against those who assembled for the funeral of the JeM‘commander’ at Saidpora locality.The JeM‘commander’, Sajad Nawab Dar (23), was killed in a gun battle with Security Forces (SFs) in Gulabad area of Sopore on April 8. Earlier, South Asia Terrorism Portal (SATP) had reported the incident.
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April - 10 
The Indian Army, on April 10, inflicted heavy damage on gun positions and ammunition dumps of Pakistani troops and militant launch pads in Neelam valleyin Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), after Pakistan resorted to unprovoked CeaseFire Agreement (CFA
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The Indian Army, on April 10, inflicted heavy damage on gun positions and ammunition dumps of Pakistani troops and militant launch pads in Neelam valleyin Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), after Pakistan resorted to unprovoked CeaseFire Agreement (CFA) violation along the Line of Control (LoC) in two areas of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports India Today.A defence spokesperson said the Indian Army retaliated "effectively and strongly" to the ceasefire violation in Keran sector in Kupwara District this afternoon (April 10), with precision targeting of gun areas, terrorist launchpads and ammunition dump across the LoC."(There are) reports of heavy damage on the enemy side," he added. Police officials said Pakistan violated the ceasefire in Uri area in Baramulla District of J&K as well. However, there were no reports of any casualties in the CFA violation incident.
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April - 10 
The Punjab Police, on April 10, booked US-based Gurpatwant Singh Pannun and his banned Pro-Khalistan organisation – Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) for making seditious automated calls to instigate the youth in the State and disrupt peace, reports The Week.
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The Punjab Police, on April 10, booked US-based Gurpatwant Singh Pannun and his banned Pro-Khalistan organisation – Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) for making seditious automated calls to instigate the youth in the State and disrupt peace, reports The Week. The calls allegedly spread rumors about the measures taken by the State during the COVID-19 crisis, even terming the ongoing lockdown as ‘torture’. The Assistant Inspector General (AIG) of State Special Operations Cell (SSOC), Varinder Pal Singh, said, “Preliminary inquiries have revealed that Pannun was carrying on with seditious activities using automated calls and pre-recorded audio messages to disrupt peace in the state by exploiting the ongoing anguish and distress in curfew times and further frustrate the masses. We suspect a bigger conspiracy, and are investigating.”
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April - 10 
Two civilians,identified as Reyaz Ahmad Chichi (22), and Irshad Ahmad Chichi (18), were injured in a blast at a forest in Bandipora District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 10, reports Daily Excelsior. A Police official said, “A mysterious blast
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Two civilians,identified as Reyaz Ahmad Chichi (22), and Irshad Ahmad Chichi (18), were injured in a blast at a forest in Bandipora District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 10, reports Daily Excelsior. A Police official said, “A mysterious blast took place in the forest area of Panner in Bandipora district, resulting in injuries to two persons.” Both Reyaz and Irshad had gone to the forest to graze their cattle when they inadvertently stepped on a mine suspected to have been planted by the militants.
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April - 10 
Seven militants and two soldiers were killed an exchange of fire during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in North Waziristan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa of April 10, reports ARY News. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said 31-year-ol
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Seven militants and two soldiers were killed an exchange of fire during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in North Waziristan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa of April 10, reports ARY News. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said 31-year-old Sepoy Muhammad Sajid, hailing from Abbottabad, and 23-year old Sepoy Momin Shah, belonging to Dera Ismail Khan, were martyred during the operation, which was conducted on the basis of intelligence information.
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April - 10 
Afghan Security Forces killed 16 Taliban militants in Dehrawod District and parts of Trenkot city, Urozgan Province, reports bhaktarnews.com on April 11.
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Afghan Security Forces killed 16 Taliban militants in Dehrawod District and parts of Trenkot city, Urozgan Province, reports bhaktarnews.com on April 11.
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April - 10 
Afghan Security Forces killed five Taliban militants including, ‘governor’Mullah Wali Jan aka Hamzi, was killed in Patankhail region under Syeedabad District of Maidan-Wardak Province on April 10, reports bhaktarnews.com.
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Afghan Security Forces killed five Taliban militants including, ‘governor’Mullah Wali Jan aka Hamzi, was killed in Patankhail region under Syeedabad District of Maidan-Wardak Province on April 10, reports bhaktarnews.com.
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April - 10 
Taliban militants killed five employees of Central Bank in Islamqala-Herat highway in Herat Province on April 10, reports bhaktarnews.com.
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Taliban militants killed five employees of Central Bank in Islamqala-Herat highway in Herat Province on April 10, reports bhaktarnews.com.
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April - 10 
The Afghan Defense Ministry,in a statement, on April 11 said that the Government forces killed 27 Taliban militants in Wardoj (11 militants) and Nasai Districts (16 militants) of Badakhshan Province over the past 24 hours, reports BhaktarNews.
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The Afghan Defense Ministry,in a statement, on April 11 said that the Government forces killed 27 Taliban militants in Wardoj (11 militants) and Nasai Districts (16 militants) of Badakhshan Province over the past 24 hours, reports BhaktarNews.
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April - 11 
Security Forces arrested an Over Ground Worker belonging to Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM), Mohammad Muzaffer Beigh, from RS Pura area in Jammu District on April 11, reports Times of India. Police also detained for questioning the owner of the house where t
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Security Forces arrested an Over Ground Worker belonging to Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM), Mohammad Muzaffer Beigh, from RS Pura area in Jammu District on April 11, reports Times of India. Police also detained for questioning the owner of the house where the accused was living as a tenant in Chakroi village.
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April - 11 
The Andhra Pradesh Police have pressed drones i.e. Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) into service to monitor the implementation of lockdown in red zone areas in the State, reports The Hindu on April 12. As per the report, drones will cover the zones ev
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The Andhra Pradesh Police have pressed drones i.e. Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) into service to monitor the implementation of lockdown in red zone areas in the State, reports The Hindu on April 12. As per the report, drones will cover the zones every three hours and capture videos and pictures. Earlier, the UAVs were used to monitor Maoist movements, red sanders and ganja smugglers and during elections. The Deputy Inspector General (DIG, Technical Services) G. Pala Raju said, “Following the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) D. Gautam Sawang, high-resolution drones have been put into operation. The personnel posted at the entrance of the red zones were given body-worn cameras.” He also added that “We have about 60 drones and all of them were pressed into service to cover nearly 140 red zones in the State. The pictures captured by the body-worn cameras would also be examined to monitor the situation.”
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April - 11 
Former Chief Executive (CE) Abdullah Abdullah’s advisor, Nematullah Hotak, was shot and injured near his home in Khoshal Khan Area of Kabul city in Kabul Province on April 11, reports BhaktarNews.
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Former Chief Executive (CE) Abdullah Abdullah’s advisor, Nematullah Hotak, was shot and injured near his home in Khoshal Khan Area of Kabul city in Kabul Province on April 11, reports BhaktarNews.
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April - 11 
Security Forces killed four Taliban militants in Angora Wazir region of Khogyani District of Nangarhar on April 11, reports BhaktarNews.
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Security Forces killed four Taliban militants in Angora Wazir region of Khogyani District of Nangarhar on April 11, reports BhaktarNews.
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April - 11 
Security Forces repulsed three Taliban attacks on Police checkpoints in Soukh Kotal and Chashma-e-Shir region of Pul-e-Khomri, in Pul-e-Khomri city center of Baghlan Province on April 11, reports BhaktarNews.
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Security Forces repulsed three Taliban attacks on Police checkpoints in Soukh Kotal and Chashma-e-Shir region of Pul-e-Khomri, in Pul-e-Khomri city center of Baghlan Province on April 11, reports BhaktarNews.
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April - 11 
The Afghan Security Forces killed three Taliban militants in Greshk District of Helmand Province on April 11, reports The Khaama Press.
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The Afghan Security Forces killed three Taliban militants in Greshk District of Helmand Province on April 11, reports The Khaama Press.
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April - 11 
The National Directorate of Security (NDS), Afghan intelligence agency, arrested two more senior leaders of the Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP), who originally hails from Bangladesh and Pakistan, reports The Khaama Press on April 12. The NDS
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The National Directorate of Security (NDS), Afghan intelligence agency, arrested two more senior leaders of the Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP), who originally hails from Bangladesh and Pakistan, reports The Khaama Press on April 12. The NDS in a statement said the Afghan intelligence arrested Mohammad Tanweer having aliases (Omran, Ahmad and Nasir), who is originally a resident of Dhaka city of Bangladesh.The statement further added that Tanweer was in charge of the Information Technology of IS-KP who was trained by Esa Panjabi, a resident of Punjab of Pakistan.The NDS forces also arrested Ali Mohammad, a senior IS-KP leader, who was in charge of the logistics affairs of the terror group, NDS said, adding that Mohammad is originally a resident of Islamabad of Pakistan and he was playing a key role in coordinating foreign aid to support ISIS activities in Afghanistan.
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April - 11 
The Taliban has carried out 2,162 attacks against Government forces following the one-week reduction in violence (RIV) that started on February 22 and led to the signing of a peace agreement between the US and the Taliban, reports Tolo News on April
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The Taliban has carried out 2,162 attacks against Government forces following the one-week reduction in violence (RIV) that started on February 22 and led to the signing of a peace agreement between the US and the Taliban, reports Tolo News on April 12.The findings show that the Afghan forces – who now claim to be in an active but defensive mode against the Taliban – have conducted 302 operations in response to the Taliban during this period – March 3 to April 7.
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Pakistan,on April 13, opened fire and shelled forward Posts and villages along the Line of Control (LoC) and International Border (IB) in Poonch and Kathua Districts of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. Officials said shelling from t
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Pakistan,on April 13, opened fire and shelled forward Posts and villages along the Line of Control (LoC) and International Border (IB) in Poonch and Kathua Districts of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. Officials said shelling from the Pakistan Army started in Mendhar sector along the LoC in Poonch in the morning and continued for about two hours.Pakistani Rangers also violated the CeaseFire Agreement (CFA) by targeting forward Posts and villages in different villages of Hiranagar sector overnight.The firing from Pakistan started in Chandwa and adjoining areas around 9.45 pm on April 12 and continued till 4 am, the officials said, adding the Border Security Force (BSF) retaliated effectively. However, there was no report of any casualty in the firing.
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April - 12 
A civilian, identified as Abdul Hamid Mandoo, was shot at and critically injured when militants opened fire at him in Buchroo in Kulgam District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 12, reports Daily Excelsior. Senior Police and Security Force (SF) of
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A civilian, identified as Abdul Hamid Mandoo, was shot at and critically injured when militants opened fire at him in Buchroo in Kulgam District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 12, reports Daily Excelsior. Senior Police and Security Force (SF) officials reached the spot and a search operation was launched against militants who were involved in the attack.
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A retired Indian Army soldier, who was shot at by militants late on April 12, in Kulgam District of J&K, succumbed to injuries in Srinagar on April 13, reports Daily Excelsior. The deceased Abdul Hameed MatooaliasCobra, a resident of Buchroo village
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A retired Indian Army soldier, who was shot at by militants late on April 12, in Kulgam District of J&K, succumbed to injuries in Srinagar on April 13, reports Daily Excelsior. The deceased Abdul Hameed MatooaliasCobra, a resident of Buchroo village in Yaripora area in Kulgam District, had served in the 162 battalion of the Territorial Army (TA).
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April - 12 
Pakistan army resorted to intense mortar shelling and firing on the LoC in several areas in Poonch District of J&K on April 12, causing injuries to two civilians and damage to several houses, reports Daily Excelsior. Reports said Pakistan fired long
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Pakistan army resorted to intense mortar shelling and firing on the LoC in several areas in Poonch District of J&K on April 12, causing injuries to two civilians and damage to several houses, reports Daily Excelsior. Reports said Pakistan fired long range mortar shells and resorted to firing with heavy weaponry in Mendhar, Balakote, Digwar, Shahpur, Qasba, Kirni and other sectors of Poonch District during the day today prompting very effective retaliation from the Indian side leading to heavy exchanges.
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April - 12 
Three persons including a child and a woman were killed and seven others injured and several houses were damaged in heavy shelling by Pakistan violating CeaseFire Agreement (CFA) along the Line of Control (LoC) in Keran sector in Kupwara District of
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Three persons including a child and a woman were killed and seven others injured and several houses were damaged in heavy shelling by Pakistan violating CeaseFire Agreement (CFA) along the Line of Control (LoC) in Keran sector in Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 12, reports Daily Excelsior. Inspector General of Police (IGP), Vijay Kumar,said, three persons were killed in artillery shelling from Pakistan in Reddi Chowkibal and Tumna villages.The dead have been identified as Shamima Begum (37), originally a resident of Allahabad, wife of Gulzar Ahmad Hajam, Ahmad Khan (17) son of late Ghulam Rasool Khan, both residents of Reddi Chowkibal and Zeeshan Bashir (8) son of Bashir Ahmad Khatana of Tumna. The seven civilians including two siblings who were injured in the shelling, have been identified as Ghulam Hassan Pir (60), of Reddi who has been hit in his left arm, Farooq Ahmad Kataria, Bashir Ahmad Kataria, Lal Din Chichee, Saima (12), and Sabiya, daughters of Siraj-ud-Din Badana and Imtiyaz Ahmad Khatria (16), all residents of Tumna.
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April - 12 
Captain (Retd) Abdul Majed, one of the convicts in the killing of Bangladesh’s founding father Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, was executed at the Dhaka Central Jail in Dhaka District of Dhaka Division on April 12, reports Dhaka Tribune.In 1998, a
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Captain (Retd) Abdul Majed, one of the convicts in the killing of Bangladesh’s founding father Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, was executed at the Dhaka Central Jail in Dhaka District of Dhaka Division on April 12, reports Dhaka Tribune.In 1998, a Dhaka sessions judge’s court found 15 people guilty and awarded the death penalty for the killing in 1975. In 2001, the High Court acquitted three but upheld the death sentences of 12.In 2010, the Appellate Division upheld the verdict. The same year, five of the convicts — Syed Farooq Rahman, Sultan Shahriar Rashid Khan, Bazlul Huda, AKM Mohiuddin Ahmed, and Mohiuddin Ahmed—were hanged.Another convict Aziz Pasha died as a fugitive in Zimbabwe.Majed was one of the six absconding convicts along with Abdur Rashid, Shariful Haque Dalim, Rashed Chowdhury, SHMB Noor Chowdhury and Risaldar Moslemuddin.After being on the run for over 20 years, Majed was arrested on April 7 in Dhaka city.
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April - 12 
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa recalling the “sorrowful memory of pain and loss” left by the last year’s Easter Sunday bombings on April 12 said Government is committed to ensure justice for the people who suffered, reports Colombo Page.In a message to
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President Gotabaya Rajapaksa recalling the “sorrowful memory of pain and loss” left by the last year’s Easter Sunday bombings on April 12 said Government is committed to ensure justice for the people who suffered, reports Colombo Page.In a message to mark the celebration of Easter Sunday, the President said the Government is determined to ensure complete eradication of such tragedies from the country.
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April - 12 
A draft of a Taliban charter “The charter of the Islamic emirate of Afghanistan,” shared by Government sources, consisting of a list of rules, presumably intended as a guide for the potential future governance of Afghanistan, Tolo News on April 13.
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A draft of a Taliban charter “The charter of the Islamic emirate of Afghanistan,” shared by Government sources, consisting of a list of rules, presumably intended as a guide for the potential future governance of Afghanistan, Tolo News on April 13. The charter, which calls for the establishment of an Islamic emirate, has 149 articles which include a broad range of topics covering how laws will be passed to the mandate for a white flag. According to the document, final decisions in all affairs are made by the emir, and the Islamic emirate is not obliged to implement United Nations laws that are in contravention of Islamic values. The charter says that free speech, human rights, and civil rights are to be implemented within the framework of Islamic teachings. The charter clearly states that "an Islamic emirate" will be the system of governance, and says that proposed legislation will be enacted only after bills are agreed upon by the "leadership council,” the "ulema council" (religious leaders), as well as the emir or his deputy.
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April - 12 
Afghan Air Forces, in an air raid, killed 11 Taliban terrorists were killed in Khas Urozgan District and Tarinkot city the provincial capital in Urozgan Province in the last 24 hours, reports BhaktarNews on April 13.
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Afghan Air Forces, in an air raid, killed 11 Taliban terrorists were killed in Khas Urozgan District and Tarinkot city the provincial capital in Urozgan Province in the last 24 hours, reports BhaktarNews on April 13.
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April - 12 
The National Security Council confirmed on April 12 (today) confirmed the release of another batch of 100 Taliban prisoners at President Ashraf Ghani's decree, reports Tolo News. Earlier, another 100 inmates were released on April 9. The first lot of
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The National Security Council confirmed on April 12 (today) confirmed the release of another batch of 100 Taliban prisoners at President Ashraf Ghani's decree, reports Tolo News. Earlier, another 100 inmates were released on April 9. The first lot of 100 Taliban prisoners were released on April 8.
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April - 12 
The Taliban on April 12 released 20 government prisoners and handed over to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Kandahar Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 13.
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The Taliban on April 12 released 20 government prisoners and handed over to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Kandahar Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 13.
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April - 12 
On April 12, the World Bank (WB)in its South Asia Economic Focus report estimated that Maldives will be the worst hit country in the economic regression caused in the South Asian region by the global Novel Corona virus (COVID-19) pandemic, reports Th
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On April 12, the World Bank (WB)in its South Asia Economic Focus report estimated that Maldives will be the worst hit country in the economic regression caused in the South Asian region by the global Novel Corona virus (COVID-19) pandemic, reports The Edition. Prior to WB's report, Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) had estimated that the economic growth of Maldives may hit negative 17 percent in the worst-case scenario.As per the WB's calculations, the collapse of the tourism industry in Maldives will result in gross domestic output contracting by as much as 13 percent, while these numbers stand at 5.9 percent and 2.2 percent for Afghanistan and Pakistan, respectively. The WB predicts that the aforementioned countries are the only three that will see negative growth, although India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan and Bangladesh are expected to see sharp falls in economic growth as well. "South Asia finds itself in a perfect storm of adverse effects. Tourism has dried up, supply chains have been disrupted, demand for garments has collapsed and consumer and investor sentiments have deteriorated," read the WB report.
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April - 13 
Mizoram Home Minister Lalchamliana on April 13 held a meeting with various agencies to discuss on measures for beefing up border security management, reports Assam Tribune. The meeting was attended by Mizoram Police, Assam Rifles (AA), Border Securi
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Mizoram Home Minister Lalchamliana on April 13 held a meeting with various agencies to discuss on measures for beefing up border security management, reports Assam Tribune. The meeting was attended by Mizoram Police, Assam Rifles (AA), Border Security Force (BSF) and Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) Central YMA. Home Minister also requested the Assam Rifles and BSF, which are patrolling the international borders, to deploy more of their personnel even on temporary duty to those areas along the border where they do not have regular posts. He also instructed the Mizoram Police officials to ensure regular visit to these places and monitoring of all police out-posts along the inter-state international borders.
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April - 13 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader was killed by members of a rival criminal gang in a forested area in Hazaribag District of Jharkhand on April 13, reports The Week. The slain Maoist was identified as, Jitan Manji, a resident of E
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader was killed by members of a rival criminal gang in a forested area in Hazaribag District of Jharkhand on April 13, reports The Week. The slain Maoist was identified as, Jitan Manji, a resident of EdlaHarli village in Ango Police Station limits of the District. According to the Superintendent of Police (SP) Mayur Patel, Manjhi was wanted by Police in a dozen criminal cases, and that he was killed on the orders of a rival gang leader, Mithilesh Singh aliasDuryodhanMahato. “Manjhi was picked up, along with two others of his village, by Mithilesh’s gang members on April 12. While the other two were let off, Manjhi was shot dead by the gang,” the SP said further adding that the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel, along with officers of the Jharkhand Armed Police and the Hazaribag District Armed Police, recovered Manjhi's body from the forest after being tipped-off about the incident.
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April - 13 
A Special Police Officer (SPO) was killed and another injured when they were attacked by suspected militants during patrolling at Tander village under Dachhan Police Station limits in Kishtwar District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 13, reports
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A Special Police Officer (SPO) was killed and another injured when they were attacked by suspected militants during patrolling at Tander village under Dachhan Police Station limits in Kishtwar District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 13, reports Daily Excelsior. The militants also fled with the weapons of the SPOs.Police identified the slain SPO as Khursheed Iqbal and injured as Vishal Singh. Police said the militants had used axe to attack the SPOs and snatch their weapons.Police identified as the militants Basharat Hussain and Ashiq Hussain, both residents of Tander, Dachhan. Police said though the duo had no past record of their involvement in terror activities, however, snatching of weapons of the SPOs was clear indication that it was a terror act and that both the accused had joined militancy.Though there was no official word, the accused seemed to have been lured by the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘commander’ and longest surviving militant Jehangir Saroori to join the militancy.
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April - 13 
An exchange of fire took place between the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and a team of Security Forces (SFs) comprising personnel of Bokaro Police along with the 26th Battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) at Bindimurp
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An exchange of fire took place between the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and a team of Security Forces (SFs) comprising personnel of Bokaro Police along with the 26th Battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) at Bindimurpa forest area in Jhumra hills under Chatrochati Police Station limits in Bokaro District of Jharkhand on April 13, reports The Pioneer. No casualty was reported on either side. The Superintendent of Police (SP), Sujata Kumari Veenapani, said, following a tip-off about the presence of at least 20 to 25 rebels, including women Maoist contingents of Mithlesh Mahto alias Duryodhan’s squad in the said area, the SFs launched a combing operation. On seeing the SFs, the Maoists opened fire leading to a gun-battle. Although the Maoists escaped the spot, taking advantage of forested and hilly terrain, the SFs recovered some Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE]-related items from the spot.
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April - 13 
Government revoked Public Safety Act (PSA) detention orders of 36 persons lodged in different jails of J&K and released 16 of them on April 13, reports Daily Excelsior.The State Home Department revoked detention orders of 36 persons lodged in differe
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Government revoked Public Safety Act (PSA) detention orders of 36 persons lodged in different jails of J&K and released 16 of them on April 13, reports Daily Excelsior.The State Home Department revoked detention orders of 36 persons lodged in different jails of J&K, who were lodged in different jails including Central jail Srinagar, Kot Bhalwal Central Jail Jammu and jails of Kupwara, Anantnag, Bhaderwah and sub-jail Hiranagar.The PSA revocation of over 30 people lodged in jails outside J&K is in pipeline. They are mostly lodged in Agra and Ambedkar Nagar jails in Uttar Pradesh.Those whose PSA was revoked and were released on April 13 are from Srinagar, Kulgam, Baramulla, Kupwara and Budgam Districts. The others will be released on April 14 (today).
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April - 13 
Militants fired upon a joint party of Police, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) at Naka(Police barricade) in Malangpora area in Pulwama District of J&K on April 13, reports Daily Excelsior.Police said that militants attacked the joint party at Mala
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Militants fired upon a joint party of Police, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) at Naka(Police barricade) in Malangpora area in Pulwama District of J&K on April 13, reports Daily Excelsior.Police said that militants attacked the joint party at Malangpora area in Awantipora, to which the Security Forces (SFs) also retaliated. Later, aCordon and Search Operation (CASO) was launched by the SFs in the area to arrest the militants.
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April - 13 
Police arrested five Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) from Sopore area in Tujar and Harwan in Baramulla District of J&K on April 13, reports Daily Excelsior.One Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL) gun, one UBGL grenade and 5 h
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Police arrested five Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) from Sopore area in Tujar and Harwan in Baramulla District of J&K on April 13, reports Daily Excelsior.One Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL) gun, one UBGL grenade and 5 hand grenades and other incriminating material were recovered from their possession, Police said, adding that the arrested OGWs are also involved in a case registered in Bomai Police Station.The OGWs have been identified as Arif Billa, Sartaj Ahmad Sheikh, Nissar Ahmad Lone, Mohammad Murtaza Bhat and Fayaz Ahmad.Police said that they were involved in grenade throwing incident on a civilian in January, and were also working for the LeT.
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April - 13 
A two-year-old boy was killed and four others were injured during an exchange of fire across the Line of Control (LoC) on April 13, reports Pakistan Today. Taking to Twitter, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Major General Babar
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A two-year-old boy was killed and four others were injured during an exchange of fire across the Line of Control (LoC) on April 13, reports Pakistan Today. Taking to Twitter, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Major General Babar Iftikhar said: “Indian Army troops in total disregard to [the] ceasefire agreement and international conventions initiated unprovoked ceasefire violations along LoC, deliberately targeting [the] civilian population in Baroh, Dhudnial, Rakhchakri and Chirikot Sectors.”The two-year-old who passed away belonged to the Dhunial sector, while four people, including a woman and a 72-year-old senior citizen, from Baroh, Rakhchakri and Chirikot sectors sustained serious injuries.
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April - 13 
The United States (U.S.) Embassy in Islamabad released the details of the meeting between the U.S. envoy for Afghan peace Zalmay Khalilzad, the top U.S. commander in Afghanistan Austin Scott Miller and the Chief of Staff of the Pakistani military Qam
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The United States (U.S.) Embassy in Islamabad released the details of the meeting between the U.S. envoy for Afghan peace Zalmay Khalilzad, the top U.S. commander in Afghanistan Austin Scott Miller and the Chief of Staff of the Pakistani military Qamar Javed Bajwa, reports The Khaama Press on April 14. The statement released read, “U.S. Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation Zalmay Khalilzad and Resolute Support Mission Commander General Austin Scott Miller visited Islamabad on April 14.” The statement further added “In a meeting with Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Ambassador Khalilzad and General Miller discussed the United States’ ongoing efforts for a sustainable peace in Afghanistan.” “Pakistan’s military leaders reaffirmed their support for U.S. efforts and renewed their commitment to act to advance a political settlement to the conflict,” the statement added.
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April - 13 
Two militants and one Army soldier killed during an exchange of with militants at their hideout in Dargai area of Datta Khel tehsil (revenue unit) in North Waziristan District of KhyberPakhtunkhwa on April 13, reports The Express Tribune. A statement
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Two militants and one Army soldier killed during an exchange of with militants at their hideout in Dargai area of Datta Khel tehsil (revenue unit) in North Waziristan District of KhyberPakhtunkhwa on April 13, reports The Express Tribune. A statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said “As Quick Reaction Force cordoned the area, militants opened fire to flee. During the exchange of fire, two terrorists were killed,” it added. The martyred soldier, identified as Naik Adil Shahzad a resident of Karer village in Mansehra District.
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April - 13 
United States (US) special envoy for peace and reconciliation Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad and the commander of US and NATO forces in Afghanistan General Austin S. Miller on April 13 met with a Taliban delegation led by the deputy leader of the group
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United States (US) special envoy for peace and reconciliation Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad and the commander of US and NATO forces in Afghanistan General Austin S. Miller on April 13 met with a Taliban delegation led by the deputy leader of the group Mullah Baradar in Qatar and discussed the US and Taliban agreement, reports Tolo News. "They talked about complete implementation of the agreement as well as delay in the release of the prisoners. Violations of the agreement and other issues and ways of their solutions were also discussed," said Suhail Shaheen, a Taliban spokesman in Qatar. US Department of State in a statement has confirmed Khalilzad “departed on April 12 for travel to Doha. In Doha, Ambassador Khalilzad will meet with Taliban representatives on April 13 to discuss current challenges in implementing the US-Taliban Agreement.”
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April - 13 
Afghan Air Force, in air raids, killed nine Taliban militants in Chahar Bolak and Dawlat Abad Districts in Balkh Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 14.
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Afghan Air Force, in air raids, killed nine Taliban militants in Chahar Bolak and Dawlat Abad Districts in Balkh Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 14.
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April - 13 
The United States (U.S.) Embassy in Islamabad released the details of the meeting between the U.S. envoy for Afghan peace Zalmay Khalilzad, the top U.S. commander in Afghanistan Austin Scott Miller and the Chief of Staff of the Pakistani military Qam
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The United States (U.S.) Embassy in Islamabad released the details of the meeting between the U.S. envoy for Afghan peace Zalmay Khalilzad, the top U.S. commander in Afghanistan Austin Scott Miller and the Chief of Staff of the Pakistani military Qamar Javed Bajwa, reports The Khaama Press on April 14. The statement released read, “U.S. Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation Zalmay Khalilzad and Resolute Support Mission Commander General Austin Scott Miller visited Islamabad on April 14.” The statement further added “In a meeting with Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Ambassador Khalilzad and General Miller discussed the United States’ ongoing efforts for a sustainable peace in Afghanistan.” “Pakistan’s military leaders reaffirmed their support for U.S. efforts and renewed their commitment to act to advance a political settlement to the conflict,” the statement added.
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April - 14 
During the nationwide lockdown to curb the spread of Covid-19 smuggling of drugs and Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) across the Bangladesh and Pakistan borders is continuing unabated, albeit in much lesser numbers,Business Standard reports on April
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During the nationwide lockdown to curb the spread of Covid-19 smuggling of drugs and Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) across the Bangladesh and Pakistan borders is continuing unabated, albeit in much lesser numbers,Business Standard reports on April 15.According to the seizure and apprehension data (between January 1- March 24 and from March 25-April 12), the Pakistan and Bangladesh borders, guarded by the Border Security Force (BSF), saw a number of such instances prompting the force to tighten vigil. "The force has issued directions to be on alert against all border crimes. While the seizure quantities have gone down during the lockdown period, such instances are happening almost every day especially along the Bangladesh border. We are determined to ensure the sanctity of the two borders at all times," BSF spokesperson in Delhi Shubhendu Bharadwaj stated. Along the Punjab border, drug seizures came down from 97 kgs to about 18 kgs between the two comparable periods. Smuggling of FICN, in terms of value, was also reported about three times lesser across multiple frontiers (border head offices) of the BSF along Bangladesh.The seizure of Yaba tablets, abused across the border in Bangladesh, also fell by almost 17 times with the border force seizing about 9,710 tablets during the lockdown period as compared to over 4.8 lakh tablets seized in the days since the beginning of this year.Seizure of various kinds of narcotics along the Bangladesh border also came down drastically during the lockdown, but instances with lesser quantity of narcotics were continuously intercepted by the BSF.
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Pakistani rangers also shelled areas along the International Border (IB) in Hiranagar sector in Kathua District of J&K on April 14-15, causing panic among border residents, reports Daily Excelsior. The firing and shelling in Chandwa area of Hiranagar
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Pakistani rangers also shelled areas along the International Border (IB) in Hiranagar sector in Kathua District of J&K on April 14-15, causing panic among border residents, reports Daily Excelsior. The firing and shelling in Chandwa area of Hiranagar began at around 9.30 pm yesterday (April 14) and continued throughout the night, officials said, adding Border Security Force (BSF) personnel retaliated effectively. The guns fell silent around 4 am.
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April - 14 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) central committee spokesperson Abhay released a statement on April 14, which said Prime Minister Narendra Modi had failed to take measures to help the poor before announcing lockdown and it had forced
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) central committee spokesperson Abhay released a statement on April 14, which said Prime Minister Narendra Modi had failed to take measures to help the poor before announcing lockdown and it had forced migrant workers in cities to walk back to their natives as public transportation was shut, reports Telangana Today. As per the report, Abhay said, the Union government needed to spend at least 10 percent of the GDP towards food and health of the poor. The Central and State governments have to come out with measures to help the unorganised sector with a financial package of INR 5 trillion. Also, the Maoists’ Spokesperson, demanded the immediate release of activists like Varavara Rao, Prof. Saibaba, and other political prisoners lodged in jails across the country.
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April - 14 
The ongoing lockdown amid coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic seems to have impacted the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres too as they remain grounded in Telangana, reports The Hindu on April 15. As per the report, a group of Maoists is
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The ongoing lockdown amid coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic seems to have impacted the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres too as they remain grounded in Telangana, reports The Hindu on April 15. As per the report, a group of Maoists is reported to be stranded in the forests of Adilabad District, not able to return to their neighbouring Maharashtra given the increased vigil on the inter-state borders owing to containment operations for COVID-19. Police in Komaram Bheem Asifabad and Mancherial Districts in the State had sounded an alert through a press release as early as March 13 when the concept of lockdown was unheard of. The Maoists moved into the forests of Tiryani, Kawal, Kadem-Khanapur, and Sirikonda, since then without realising that the situation outside the jungles had changed drastically. The Superintendent of Police (SP) of Adilabad District, Vishnu S. Warrier, asserts that the Security Forces (SFs) are going ahead with regular area domination operations in forests, implying that the vigil on borders will also not be relaxed soon.
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April - 14 
The ongoing lockdown has dealt a blow to the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in the Bastar Division of Chhattisgarh as it has cut the supply chain of essential commodities for them, reports The New Indian Express on April 15. As per the
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The ongoing lockdown has dealt a blow to the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in the Bastar Division of Chhattisgarh as it has cut the supply chain of essential commodities for them, reports The New Indian Express on April 15. As per the report, over 480 weekly haat bazars (markets) remained closed for the past three weeks following which the rebels are scrambling to obtain their basic food items. The Maoists are organising a gathering of people in their area of influence in Bastar directing the village headmen and others to part with the ration they got from the State Government in advance. The Superintendent of Police (SP) of Dantewada District, Abhishek Pallava, said, “The Maoists are regularly holding the meetings of tribals in areas cited as their epicenter. We have got inputs from the villagers that the rebels are threatening them and demanding to hand over the BPL (Below Poverty Line) ration which they got under the public distribution system scheme.”
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April - 14 
The Pakistan army violating the Cease Fire Agreement (CFA) shelled areas along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 14, reports Daily Excelsior. "At about 9.15 pm today (April 14), the Pakistan army initiat
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The Pakistan army violating the Cease Fire Agreement (CFA) shelled areas along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 14, reports Daily Excelsior. "At about 9.15 pm today (April 14), the Pakistan army initiated unprovoked ceasefire violation by firing with small arms and intense shelling with mortars along LoC in Balakote and Mendhar sectors in Poonch district," a Defence spokesman said. The Indian Army gave a befitting reply, he added.
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April - 14 
Criminal Investigations Department (CID) on April 14 arrested six persons in Puttalam District of North Western Province in connection with the Easter Sunday suicide attacks on churches and hotels on April 21, 2019, reports Colombo Page. Among the ar
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Criminal Investigations Department (CID) on April 14 arrested six persons in Puttalam District of North Western Province in connection with the Easter Sunday suicide attacks on churches and hotels on April 21, 2019, reports Colombo Page. Among the arrestees were Riyad Bathiudeen, brother of former Minister and leader of All Ceylon Makkal Congress (ACMC) Rishad Bathiudeen and Attorney-at-Law Hejaaz Hisbullah.
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April - 14 
Afghan Security Forces, in separate incidents, killed 12 Taliban militants in Badghis Province, reports The Khaama Press on April 15.
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Afghan Security Forces, in separate incidents, killed 12 Taliban militants in Badghis Province, reports The Khaama Press on April 15.
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April - 14 
Afghan Security Forces (SFs) killed four Taliban militants when militants tried to overpower police checkpoints in Zankhan and Khwaja Omri Districts in Ghazni District on April 14, reports BhaktarNews.
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Afghan Security Forces (SFs) killed four Taliban militants when militants tried to overpower police checkpoints in Zankhan and Khwaja Omri Districts in Ghazni District on April 14, reports BhaktarNews.
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April - 14 
Afghanistan Independent Human Rights Commission (AIHRC) on April 14 said that 83 Afghan civilians were killed, 35 civilians were taken hostage and 119 others were wounded in different parts of the country following the United States(US)-Taliban peace
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Afghanistan Independent Human Rights Commission (AIHRC) on April 14 said that 83 Afghan civilians were killed, 35 civilians were taken hostage and 119 others were wounded in different parts of the country following the United States(US)-Taliban peace agreement on February 29 in Doha, reports BhaktarNews.
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April - 14 
Online press conference by North Atlantic (NATO) Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg ahead of the Meeting of NATO Defence Ministers to be held via secure teleconference, reports Tolo News on April 15.The NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg reaffir
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Online press conference by North Atlantic (NATO) Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg ahead of the Meeting of NATO Defence Ministers to be held via secure teleconference, reports Tolo News on April 15.The NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg reaffirmed the alliance’s full support to Afghanistan as he emphasized that Taliban cannot win on the battlefield and a reduction is violence the only way to allow the peace process move forward successfully.General Stoltenberg said, “The Taliban attacks are harmful and therefore we call on Taliban to cease the attacks, to fully implement the agreement between the United States and the Taliban and to reduce violence, because that’s the only way towards a peaceful negotiated solution.”
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April - 14 
The Taliban on April 14 rejected a document titled the "Charter of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan" saying it has "nothing to do with the Islamic Emirate”, reports Tolo News. “Yesterday, some media outlets published documents with many articles an
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The Taliban on April 14 rejected a document titled the "Charter of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan" saying it has "nothing to do with the Islamic Emirate”, reports Tolo News. “Yesterday, some media outlets published documents with many articles and claimed it was the charter of the Islamic Emirate. We reject this report and the papers. The Islamic Emirate, during its full rule, had a constitution called the Islamic Emirate Order, which was not finalized and signed. After the occupation of the United States, the Islamic Emirate has only a jihadist bill, and the Taliban commissions are regulating this. These papers, called the "charter," have nothing to do with the Islamic Emirate,” said Zabiullah Mujahid, the Taliban spokesman.
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April - 15 
Two members of a family, including a 10-year-old girl, were injured in overnight shelling by the Pakistan army violating the Cease Fire Agreement (CFA) along the Line of Control (LOC) in Rajouri District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 15, repor
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Two members of a family, including a 10-year-old girl, were injured in overnight shelling by the Pakistan army violating the Cease Fire Agreement (CFA) along the Line of Control (LOC) in Rajouri District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 15, reports Daily Excelsior. A mortar shell from across the border hit the house of Nazir Hussain at Lamibari village in Rajdhani area in Manjakote sector, resulting in injuries to two persons. The officials said, the injured Rafiq Khan (70) and Sonia Shabir – were rescued by a Police party headed by Station House Officer (SHO) of Manzoor Kohli Police Station amid intense shelling and shifted to District hospital Rajouri.
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April - 15 
A National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militant was arrested from Namdailong village in Cachar District of Assam on April 15, reports Northeast Now. The arrestee was identified as ‘corporal’ Nambipou. The arrestee confessed that h
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A National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militant was arrested from Namdailong village in Cachar District of Assam on April 15, reports Northeast Now. The arrestee was identified as ‘corporal’ Nambipou. The arrestee confessed that he had joined Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) in February 2016 and then in 2018 joined NSCN-K. One .22 mm pistol, one magazine and seven rounds of .22 mm ammunition were recovered from the arrestee.
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April - 15 
On April 15, one People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) militant was arrested near Molphei in Tengnoupal District in Manipur, tweets Eastern Army Command.
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On April 15, one People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) militant was arrested near Molphei in Tengnoupal District in Manipur, tweets Eastern Army Command.
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April - 15 
The security sources have revealed that the Maoists have been using the nationwide lockdown amid coronavirus (COVID-19) spread to regain their strength as a large group of the rebels have entered south Bastar region of Chhattisgarh from Andhra Prades
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The security sources have revealed that the Maoists have been using the nationwide lockdown amid coronavirus (COVID-19) spread to regain their strength as a large group of the rebels have entered south Bastar region of Chhattisgarh from Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal, and Nepal, reports Outlook on April 16. According to the intelligence inputs, the Maoists are “continuously conducting meetings in the core areas in Chhattisgarh’s Sukma District and in the Darbha Division in Jagdalpur District of the State and part of Dantewada District there under the supervision of top Maoist leaders. They are also organising villagers for confronting the government on the issue of fixing a minimum price for plucking up of tendu leaves and compensation for death or injury of villagers involved in plucking of the leaves.”
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April - 15 
The Counter-terrorism Department (CTD) on April 15 shot dead two militants in an encounter in the suburb of Swat Town (Swat District) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, reports ARY News. Taking action on the intelligence reports about the presence of some wanted
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The Counter-terrorism Department (CTD) on April 15 shot dead two militants in an encounter in the suburb of Swat Town (Swat District) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, reports ARY News. Taking action on the intelligence reports about the presence of some wanted militants in the area, the CTD conducted a security operation. The Security Forces shot dead the militants when they were trying to enter in Swat from Dir District. A cache of arms and ammunition was recovered from the possession of the dead militants.
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April - 15 
Police Spokesman Superintendent of Police (SP) Jaliya Senaratne during a press conference on April 15 said that the investigation into last year’s Easter Sunday attack is being expedited by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and Terrorism I
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Police Spokesman Superintendent of Police (SP) Jaliya Senaratne during a press conference on April 15 said that the investigation into last year’s Easter Sunday attack is being expedited by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and Terrorism Investigation Division (TID) and altogether 197 suspects have been arrested so far, reports Daily News.He said that among those arrested were Riyad Bathuideen, brother of former Minister Rishad Bathuideen, an Attorney-at-Law and a Customs officer. He also said that according to investigations Riyad has had close connections with one suicide bomber. He had held discussions with the bomber in a hotel too. He added that the six suspects held positions at various welfare organizations and had funded the terror organisations.
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April - 15 
A Taliban militant, who was attempting to plant two roadside Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) in Barikaab area in Batikot District in Nangarhar Provinceof Afghanistan, was killed after the explosives went off prematurely, reports The Khaama Press
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A Taliban militant, who was attempting to plant two roadside Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) in Barikaab area in Batikot District in Nangarhar Provinceof Afghanistan, was killed after the explosives went off prematurely, reports The Khaama Press on April 16.
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April - 15 
The Afghan Security Forces (ASFs) arrested an injured Pakistani militant during an operation in Nangarhar Province of Afghanistan, reports The Khaama Press on April 16.According to a statement released by the provincial Government, the ASFs arrested
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The Afghan Security Forces (ASFs) arrested an injured Pakistani militant during an operation in Nangarhar Province of Afghanistan, reports The Khaama Press on April 16.According to a statement released by the provincial Government, the ASFs arrested Zrar Hafeez, a Pakistani national who had sustained injuries in Ghorakai area in Momand Dara District.
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April - 15 
The Security Forces (SFs) discovered and defused a roadside bomb in Surkh Rod District in Nangarhar Province of Afghanistan, reports The Khaama Press on April 16.
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The Security Forces (SFs) discovered and defused a roadside bomb in Surkh Rod District in Nangarhar Province of Afghanistan, reports The Khaama Press on April 16.
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The Director of SITE Intelligence Group, Rita Katz, on April 17 revealed that the Islamic State (IS) claimed responsibility for the arson attack Mahibadhoo in Alifu Dhaalu Atoll through its Al Naba weekly newsletter, reports IBT on April 17.Rita Katz
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The Director of SITE Intelligence Group, Rita Katz, on April 17 revealed that the Islamic State (IS) claimed responsibility for the arson attack Mahibadhoo in Alifu Dhaalu Atoll through its Al Naba weekly newsletter, reports IBT on April 17.Rita Katz's tweeted, ISIS stated that the boats belonged to the "Apostate Maldivian Government and its loyalists" and were destroyed using "incendiary bombs." Earlier, Maldives Police Service (MPS) announced on April 15 that the harbour fire incident at Mahibadhoo in Alifu Dhaalu Atoll was a deliberate act of arson, reports Edition. Commissioner of Police (CP) Mohamed Hameed stated that the incident which took place at 0522 hrs on Wednesday (April 15) morning during the early hours was “clearly a deliberate act". Four speedboats, a sea ambulance, and two dinghy's docked adjacent to each other at the harbour went up in flames in the fire. Two of the burnt speedboats belonged to a private company, while one was a police launch and the other owned by the Alifu Dhaalu Atoll council. CP Hameed also said that the Police were looking into leads that the arson attack was carried out as an act of retaliation against authorities for recent investigations into drug trafficking and religious extremism.
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April - 16 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed in an exchange of fire with Security Forces (SFs) in a forested area under Mirtur Police Station limits in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh on April 16, reports The Pioneer. According t
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed in an exchange of fire with Security Forces (SFs) in a forested area under Mirtur Police Station limits in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh on April 16, reports The Pioneer. According to the Police, on receiving a tip-off about the presence of the Maoists in the border area of Dantewada and Bijapur Districts, a joint team of Dantewada District Reserve Guard (DRG) and Special Task Force (STF) had launched a search operation. The Inspector General of Police (IGP) Sundarraj P. said, “When the patrolling team was cordoning off a forest in Mirtur area, the rebels opened fire on the team resulting in an exchange of fire. After the guns fell silent, the body of male Maoist has been recovered. A search operation has been further intensified in the region.” The identity of the slain Maoist is yet to be ascertained.
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April - 16 
Pakistan army violating the Cease Fire Agreement (CFA) intensified firing and shelling targetting villages and forwards posts along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch and Rajouri Districts of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 16, reports Daily Excel
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Pakistan army violating the Cease Fire Agreement (CFA) intensified firing and shelling targetting villages and forwards posts along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch and Rajouri Districts of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 16, reports Daily Excelsior. Defence spokesman Lt Col Devender Anand said,“At about 0945 hours today, Pakistan army initiated unprovoked ceasefire violation along the LoC in Qasba and Kirni sectors of Poonch by firing with small arms.” He further said Pakistani troops also violated the ceasefire along the LoC in Nowshera sector in Rajouri District at around 11.45 am by firing small arms and mortars.The Indian Army retaliated befittingly to the Pakistani aggression in all these sectors, Lt Col Anand added.
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April - 16 
An abducted businessman identified as Narendra Agarwal was rescued on April 16 by Security Forces (SFs) from an unspecified location in Changlang District of Arunachal Pradesh, reports Arunachal Times. The businessman was abducted by militants of Eas
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An abducted businessman identified as Narendra Agarwal was rescued on April 16 by Security Forces (SFs) from an unspecified location in Changlang District of Arunachal Pradesh, reports Arunachal Times. The businessman was abducted by militants of Eastern Naga National Government (ENNG). He was rescued after the arrest of ENNG militant identified as ‘lieutenant’ Arem Tangha who was involved in the abduction.
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April - 16 
In another incident, a Policeman identified as, Ramesh Kursam was hacked to death by Maoists at Farsegarh village in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh on April 16, reports The New Indian Express. According to a senior Police Officer, “Ramesh was miss
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In another incident, a Policeman identified as, Ramesh Kursam was hacked to death by Maoists at Farsegarh village in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh on April 16, reports The New Indian Express. According to a senior Police Officer, “Ramesh was missing since April 14th. The local villagers spotted the body in the outskirt of the said village. The body carried stabbed injuries apparently inflicted with sharp-edged weapons.” A leaflet purportedly written by the Maoists was also recovered from the spot claiming the responsibility for the killing, the Officer added.
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April - 16 
On April 16, cease fire agreement between Government and National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K)(Khango faction) and NSCN-Reformation (NSCN-R) were extended separately for six more months, reports Morung Express. NSCN-K stated that c
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On April 16, cease fire agreement between Government and National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K)(Khango faction) and NSCN-Reformation (NSCN-R) were extended separately for six more months, reports Morung Express. NSCN-K stated that cease fire was extended until October 27, with effect from April 26. In a separate press release, NSCN (R) informed that its ceasefire with the GoI has been extended till October 27.
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April - 16 
The Border Security Force (BSF) troopers recovered nine kilograms of heroin from International Border (IB) in the Amritsar sector of Amritsar District in Punjab on April 16, reports United News of India. According to a spokesperson of the Punjab Fron
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The Border Security Force (BSF) troopers recovered nine kilograms of heroin from International Border (IB) in the Amritsar sector of Amritsar District in Punjab on April 16, reports United News of India. According to a spokesperson of the Punjab Frontier’s BSF Headquarter, the troops have thwarted an attempt of the Pakistani smugglers to push a big haul of drugs into the Indian Territory and recovered nine packets of contraband suspected to be heroin weighing 8.775 kilograms in Amritsar sector. The value of the heroin seized is said to be INR 438 million in the international market.
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April - 16 
A spokesman for former Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah, Omid Maisam, said on April 16 that Abdullah Abdullah's plan to get out of the political crisis has not yet been submitted to the Presidential Palace, and consultations are continuing, reports
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A spokesman for former Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah, Omid Maisam, said on April 16 that Abdullah Abdullah's plan to get out of the political crisis has not yet been submitted to the Presidential Palace, and consultations are continuing, reports Tolo News. Maisam further said, “We hope to see the end of the concerns raised at the national and international levels by sharing the plan,” said Maisam. Earlier, Abdullah's supporters announced that the plan was finalized.
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April - 16 
Suspected Taliban militants killed at least six Afghan contractors who worked at Bagram Airfield, a key United States military base, in Bagram District in Parwan Province on April 16, reports Tolo News.
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Suspected Taliban militants killed at least six Afghan contractors who worked at Bagram Airfield, a key United States military base, in Bagram District in Parwan Province on April 16, reports Tolo News.
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April - 16 
Taliban fired a mortar that hit a house leaving two women and a child dead in Gardez city, the provincial capital, in Gardez District of Paktia Province on April 16, reports BhaktarNews.
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Taliban fired a mortar that hit a house leaving two women and a child dead in Gardez city, the provincial capital, in Gardez District of Paktia Province on April 16, reports BhaktarNews.
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April - 16 
The Afghan Security Forces (ASFs) killed at least four militants during pre-emptive raids against Taliban militants in Kandahar Province of Afghanistan, reports The Khaama Press on April 17.The Ministry of Defense (MoD) in a statement said a group of
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The Afghan Security Forces (ASFs) killed at least four militants during pre-emptive raids against Taliban militants in Kandahar Province of Afghanistan, reports The Khaama Press on April 17.The Ministry of Defense (MoD) in a statement said a group of Taliban militants were looking to carry out attacks against the ASFs in Shorabak and Miansheen Districts, when the ASFs conducted pre-emptive raids to thwart the attacks of the militants. The ASFs also injured at least six militants during the raids.
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April - 17 
A civilian was killed and another injured when they were caught in an exchange of fire between the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and Security Forces (SFs) in a forested area near Otkalpada village under Modakpal Police Station l
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A civilian was killed and another injured when they were caught in an exchange of fire between the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and Security Forces (SFs) in a forested area near Otkalpada village under Modakpal Police Station limits in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh on April 17, reports The Pioneer. A senior Police Official said, acting on a tip-off about the presence of the Maoists in the area, a joint team of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the District Police was out on an anti-Maoist operation. While the patrolling team was cordoning off the forested area, a gun-battle broke out between the two sides. Although the Maoists escaped from the spot, during a search of the area, SFs spotted two men who had sustained injuries after getting caught in the crossfire, the official said adding that the duo was rushed to the Bijapur District hospital where one of them identified as, Dubba Kanhaiya (50), a native of Pusgudi village in the District, succumbed to his injuries during treatment while the other person identified as, Yalam Dharmaiyya (35), a native of the same village is undergoing treatment at the hospital.
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April - 17 
A SF trooper was injured in an attack by militants in Pulwama District of J&K on April 17, reports Daily Excelsior.The militants had opened firing on a mobile checkpoint established by SFs at the Newa area in Pulwama.The area has been cordoned off an
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A SF trooper was injured in an attack by militants in Pulwama District of J&K on April 17, reports Daily Excelsior.The militants had opened firing on a mobile checkpoint established by SFs at the Newa area in Pulwama.The area has been cordoned off and a hunt launched for the assailants.
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April - 17 
Arms and ammunition were recovered by Assam Rifles (AR) from Old Shallang village in Changlang District of Arunachal Pradesh, reports Arunachal Times on April 18.The recovered weapons included AK-56 rifle with magazine, 18 rounds of live ammunition,
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Arms and ammunition were recovered by Assam Rifles (AR) from Old Shallang village in Changlang District of Arunachal Pradesh, reports Arunachal Times on April 18.The recovered weapons included AK-56 rifle with magazine, 18 rounds of live ammunition, a rifle cover and combat fatigues. The weapons are suspected to have been hidden by National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Reformation (NSCN-R) ‘major’ Khampong Jugli.
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April - 17 
Security Forces (SFs) gunned down two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militants in Dairoo in Keegam area in Shopian District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 17, reports Daily Excelsior. The duo was involved in the killing of a Special Police Officer (SPO
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Security Forces (SFs) gunned down two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militants in Dairoo in Keegam area in Shopian District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 17, reports Daily Excelsior. The duo was involved in the killing of a Special Police Officer (SPO), in which another was also injured, and had snatched their weapons from village Tandar in Dachhan area of Kishtwar District of J&K on April 13, 2020. SFs have recovered two weapons snatched by the militants from the SPOs including one AK-74 and an INSAS (Indian Small Arms System) assault rifle, from the possession of slain militants.Both the slain militants were fresh recruits of HM and had been motivated into militancy by longest surviving HM ‘commander’ of Kishtwar, Jehangir Saroori. The slain militants have been identified as Basharat Hussain son of Ghulam Qadir Gainoo and Ashiq Hussain son of Bashir Ahmed, both residents of Tander in Dachhan.
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April - 17 
The Pakistan Army, on April 17, shelled civilians’ areas and forward posts violating the Cease Fire Agreement (CFA) along the Line of Control (LoC) in Qasba and Kirni sectors in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), drawing retaliation from the
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The Pakistan Army, on April 17, shelled civilians’ areas and forward posts violating the Cease Fire Agreement (CFA) along the Line of Control (LoC) in Qasba and Kirni sectors in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), drawing retaliation from the Indian Army, reports India Today.Defence spokesman Lt Col Devender Anand said, "At about 1100 hours, the Pakistan Army initiated unprovoked ceasefire violation along LoC in Qasba & Kirni sectors of district Poonch by firing with small arms."
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April - 17 
Afghan Security Forces killed five Taliban militants, when a group of Taliban militants tried to storm security checkpoints, in Garashk District of Helmand Province, reports BhaktarNews. Four militants were injured in the incident.
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Afghan Security Forces killed five Taliban militants, when a group of Taliban militants tried to storm security checkpoints, in Garashk District of Helmand Province, reports BhaktarNews. Four militants were injured in the incident.
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April - 17 
At least four Taliban militants were killed and another injured during clashes with Afghan Security Forces (ASFs) in Laghman Province of Afghanistan on April 17, reports Bakhtar News. The conflicts took place, when a group of Taliban militants attack
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At least four Taliban militants were killed and another injured during clashes with Afghan Security Forces (ASFs) in Laghman Province of Afghanistan on April 17, reports Bakhtar News. The conflicts took place, when a group of Taliban militants attacked the ASFs checkpoints in Alishing District of the Province.
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April - 17 
Local Up-Rising Force personnel killed a Taliban militant, Mohammad Abdullah ‘military in-charge for Aab Band district’, in Aab Band District of Ghazni Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 18.
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Local Up-Rising Force personnel killed a Taliban militant, Mohammad Abdullah ‘military in-charge for Aab Band district’, in Aab Band District of Ghazni Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 18.
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April - 17 
Mohammad Abdullah, Taliban ‘military in-charge’ was killed by Afghan Security Forces (ASFs) in Aab Band District in Ghazni province of Afghanistan, reports Bakhtar News on April 18. Ahmad Khan Sirat, spokesman for Police chief of Ghazni, said, the AS
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Mohammad Abdullah, Taliban ‘military in-charge’ was killed by Afghan Security Forces (ASFs) in Aab Band District in Ghazni province of Afghanistan, reports Bakhtar News on April 18. Ahmad Khan Sirat, spokesman for Police chief of Ghazni, said, the ASFs succeeded to discover and neutralize four rounds of different type of mines in crowded areas in the Province.
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April - 17 
Police Chief in Police District 8 in Lashkargah, Haji Muhammad, was killed along with his guard by unidentified gunmen at a mosque near the Police District headquarters of Helmand province in Afghanistan on April 17, reports Tolo News. Helmand provin
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Police Chief in Police District 8 in Lashkargah, Haji Muhammad, was killed along with his guard by unidentified gunmen at a mosque near the Police District headquarters of Helmand province in Afghanistan on April 17, reports Tolo News. Helmand provincial Governor spokesman, Omar Zawak, said, one civilian was also killed and another was injured in the shooting.
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April - 17 
The Afghan Forces killed six Taliban militants and injured two others during a clash in Sahak area in Zurmat District in Paktiya Province of Afghanistan, reports The Khaama Press on April 18.The Security Forces (SFs) also confiscated a vehicle belong
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The Afghan Forces killed six Taliban militants and injured two others during a clash in Sahak area in Zurmat District in Paktiya Province of Afghanistan, reports The Khaama Press on April 18.The Security Forces (SFs) also confiscated a vehicle belonging to militants.
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April - 18 
A special court in Mumbai of Maharashtra, on April 18, extended activist Anand Teltumbde’s custody with the National Investigation Agency (NIA) till April 25 in the Elgar Parishad case, reports scroll.in. NIA told the court that it had yet to comple
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A special court in Mumbai of Maharashtra, on April 18, extended activist Anand Teltumbde’s custody with the National Investigation Agency (NIA) till April 25 in the Elgar Parishad case, reports scroll.in. NIA told the court that it had yet to complete the investigation, and hence custody should be extended by seven days.Anand Teltumbde on April 14 had surrendered before the NIA in Mumbai. Teltumbde is accused of alleged Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) links in organizing the Elgar Parishad.
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April - 18 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, carrying a cash reward of INR 500,000 on his head, was killed in an encounter in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on April 18, reports The Pioneer.Inspector General of Police (IGP), Bastar range, Su
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, carrying a cash reward of INR 500,000 on his head, was killed in an encounter in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on April 18, reports The Pioneer.Inspector General of Police (IGP), Bastar range, Sundarraj P, said, based on specific Intelligence inputs about the presence of some Maoist rebels from Odisha in the forests of Chintalnar-Mundwal villages under Puspal Police Station limits, a team of District Reserve Guard (DRG) had launched the operation on April 17. “When the patrolling team was cordoning off the jungles near the location on Friday evening, an exchange of fire broke out between the two sides,” he said. During a search of the spot conducted later, the body of a male Maoist rebel along with a .315 bore firearm, a tiffin bomb, two hand grenades, a couple of detonators, cordex wire, Maoist literature and items of daily use were recovered, the IGP added.The slain Maoist has been identified as Podiyam Kama alias Nagesh, who was active as an ‘Area Committee Member (ACM)’ in Andhra-Odisha Border Special Zonal Committee (AOBSZC) of the Maoists. Nagesh, a native of Bhejji area of Sukma, had been working in Kalimela LOS (Local Organisation Squad) on AOBSZC since the last six years, the IGP said.
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April - 18 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Nabi Miya alias Master (35), carrying a cash reward of INR 700,000 on his head was arrested from a weekly market at Manjhaladih more in Giridih District of Jharkhand on April 18, rep
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Nabi Miya alias Master (35), carrying a cash reward of INR 700,000 on his head was arrested from a weekly market at Manjhaladih more in Giridih District of Jharkhand on April 18, reports The Pioneer. According to the Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Deepak Kumar, on receiving a tip-off about the movement of the hardcore Maoist in the said weekly market, a special team of Dumari Police and 154th Battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) was dispatched to the spot and arrested him. Nabi Miya has been acting as a section commander of the military company of Mithlesh Mahto, which is active in Giridih, Bokaro and Hazaribagh division. Nabi was involved in the killing of former Bagodar MLA (Member of Legislative Assembly) Mahendra Singh in the Chotanagpur region of the District on January 16, 2005. The ASP further said that Nabi Miya was wanted in connection with more than 15 incidents of Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE]-related violence in the District. Besides, he was also involved in arms loot from Homeguard personnel in Giridih and also killing a ‘police informer’, attack on Police party under Pirtard and Nimiaghat Police Station limits, the ASP added.
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April - 18 
Suspected Maoists set ablaze four heavy vehicles, including a JCB loader engaged for construction of roads under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) and culvert at Rajnandgaon District of Chhattisgarh on April 18, reports The New Indian Expr
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Suspected Maoists set ablaze four heavy vehicles, including a JCB loader engaged for construction of roads under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) and culvert at Rajnandgaon District of Chhattisgarh on April 18, reports The New Indian Express. Rajnandgaon Superintendent of Police (SP), Jitendra Shukla said, “There were around 8 cadres of Maoists who torched four heavy vehicles owned by the contractor. He was engaged in the construction of culvert barely a kilometre away from Maharashtra border. They left some leaflets alleging the works assigned to him was not being done as per the order and wishes of the people. But it seems there could be an issue of extortion that Maoists usually demand from petty contractors."
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April - 18 
The Dantewada Police thwarted a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) plan of targeting Security Forces (SFs) by tracing a narrow subterranean tunnel along the Dantewada-Katekalyan tar road in Dantewada District, following the inputs revealed
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The Dantewada Police thwarted a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) plan of targeting Security Forces (SFs) by tracing a narrow subterranean tunnel along the Dantewada-Katekalyan tar road in Dantewada District, following the inputs revealed by the local villagers, reports The New Indian Express on April 19. The Superintendent of Police (SP), Abhishek Pallava said, “Here comes the role of human intelligence that actually works in the conflict zone against the Left-Wing Extremists (LWEs). Such vital inputs add strength to the anti-Maoist campaign. These areas though are being routinely sanitised through de-mining activities by the paramilitary forces but still, lying below 4 feet down the surface, it couldn’t be detected. In the uncovered slender tunnel space, Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) of 100-150 kilograms can easily be planted. We acted on information gathered locally by the District Reserve Guards (DRG).”
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April - 18 
Three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were killed and two other personnel sustained injuries, when a lone militant with an AK-47 rifle concealed under his traditional robe struck at a security checkpoint in Sopore in Baramulla District
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Three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were killed and two other personnel sustained injuries, when a lone militant with an AK-47 rifle concealed under his traditional robe struck at a security checkpoint in Sopore in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 18, reports The Times of India. Head constables Chander B Bakhre and Rajeev Sharma and constable Parmar Satpal of the CRPF's 179 Battalion were part of a joint paramilitary-police team manning the temporary checkpoint near the Ahad Baba crossing in Sopore town when the pheran-clad militant fired at them and escaped. All three personnel who were fatally injured in the shooting later succumbed to their injuries. The other two personnel – head constable Biswajeet Ghosh and constable Javed Ahmad – suffered multiple injuries. A fledgling outfit called The Resistance Force (TRF) aka JK Fighters, claimed responsibility for the attack."The outfit, which owes allegiance to the Lashkar-e-Taiba and two other Pakistan-based groups, first made an appearance in the Valley in September last year," a top intelligence official said. "Their J&K commander Anas Mustafa, who hails from Kakapura in Pulwama, reports to a Pakistan-based chief who uses 'Andrew Jones'' as his alias on Telegram. His WhatsApp ID on the same number bears the name ''Khan Bilal'', the official said.
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April - 18 
Afghan Security Forces, in air and ground attacks, killed 11 Taliban terrorists in relevant areas of Sangeen District and Lashkargah city the provincial capital, both under Helmand Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 19.
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Afghan Security Forces, in air and ground attacks, killed 11 Taliban terrorists in relevant areas of Sangeen District and Lashkargah city the provincial capital, both under Helmand Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 19.
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April - 18 
Afghan Security Forces killed 22 Taliban militants were killed when militants attacked checkpoints in Khas Urozgan District and Tarinkot city, the provincial capital, both under Urozgan Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 19.
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Afghan Security Forces killed 22 Taliban militants were killed when militants attacked checkpoints in Khas Urozgan District and Tarinkot city, the provincial capital, both under Urozgan Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 19.
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April - 19 
A Policeman was killed in a militant attack at his residence in Hiller area in Anantnag District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 19, reports Daily Excelsior. Militants opened fire upon Manzoor Ahmad Dar, a Selection Grade Constable and working as
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A Policeman was killed in a militant attack at his residence in Hiller area in Anantnag District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 19, reports Daily Excelsior. Militants opened fire upon Manzoor Ahmad Dar, a Selection Grade Constable and working as Munshi at Larnoo Police Station, at Hiller village and critically injured him. Later, Dar succumbed to his injuries. Security Forces (SFs) launched massive searches to arrest the militants who carried out the attack.
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April - 19 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) shot dead a civilian identified as, Raj Kishore Gope (35), a resident of Bhalurungi village after suspecting him to be a ‘police informer’ in Sarjamburu forest under Goilkera Police Station limits in W
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) shot dead a civilian identified as, Raj Kishore Gope (35), a resident of Bhalurungi village after suspecting him to be a ‘police informer’ in Sarjamburu forest under Goilkera Police Station limits in West Singhbhum District of Jharkhand on April 19, reports The Times of India. According to the Superintendent of Police (SP), Indrajeet Mahatha, “About 20 Maoists intercepted Gope in the forest area while he was returning home late in the evening and shot him. Before fleeing, the rebels also planted three Improvised Explosive Device (IED)-fitted arrows near the body to target the Police.” On receiving the killing news, a police team accompanied by paramilitary forces rushed to the spot and recovered the body while the IED-fitted arrows were defused by a bomb detection and disposal squad (BDS), the SP added.
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April - 19 
Four militants belonging to Al Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS) were arrested in a joint operation by Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the Special Investigation Unit Police in Gulistan-e-Johar area of Karachi, the provincial capital of Si
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Four militants belonging to Al Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS) were arrested in a joint operation by Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the Special Investigation Unit Police in Gulistan-e-Johar area of Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh, on April 19, reports The Express Tribune.The militants were identified as Muhammad Umar, Muhammad Bilal alias Fida, Muhammad Waseem and Muhammad Amir. Detonators, remote controls, improvised explosive device receivers, hand grenades, Kalashnikovs and other weapons were recovered based on their revelations.According to law enforcement agencies, the militants had recently arrived in Karachi after receiving training in Afghanistan. They had reportedly also carried out reconnaissance of the city court, police training centre, intelligence agency offices and the Pakistan Stock Exchange.The militants revealed during initial interrogation that they were led by Muhammad Hanif alias Zarrar alias Ayub, who is currently in Afghanistan.They reportedly claimed that their other accomplices were also hiding in Karachi and they had facilitated them with money, conveyance and shelter.
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April - 19 
Police Media Spokesperson SP Jaliya Senaratne on April 19 said that investigations have uncovered that the suspects in the series of suicide bombing attacks on Easter Sunday last year were planning another similar series of attacks in the country, re
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Police Media Spokesperson SP Jaliya Senaratne on April 19 said that investigations have uncovered that the suspects in the series of suicide bombing attacks on Easter Sunday last year were planning another similar series of attacks in the country, reports Colombo Page.SP Senaratne said the investigations by the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) have revealed that the plans for the second attack had failed and the CID has uncovered information on suspects who aided and abetted the plan. According to the Police Media Spokesman, the suspects had also planned to launch an attack in a South Asian country and smuggle the attackers into Sri Lanka to protect them.The Police Spokesman said 197 suspects have been arrested so far in connection with the Easter Sunday attacks.
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April - 19 
National Security Advisor (NSA) Dr. Hamdullah Mohib in a meeting with the Iranian Special Representative for Afghanistan, Mohammad Ibrahim Tahereyan, on April 19, discussed peace process and mutual cooperation, reports BhaktarNews.
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National Security Advisor (NSA) Dr. Hamdullah Mohib in a meeting with the Iranian Special Representative for Afghanistan, Mohammad Ibrahim Tahereyan, on April 19, discussed peace process and mutual cooperation, reports BhaktarNews.
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April - 19 
Security Forces, in an airstrike, killed four Taliban militants in Barakibarak District in Logar on April 19, reports BhaktarNews.
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Security Forces, in an airstrike, killed four Taliban militants in Barakibarak District in Logar on April 19, reports BhaktarNews.
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April - 19 
Taliban militants killed 19 Public Uprising Force (PUF) personnel in an attack on PUF outpost of Khwaja Ghar District in Takhar Province, reports Tolo News on April 20.
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Taliban militants killed 19 Public Uprising Force (PUF) personnel in an attack on PUF outpost of Khwaja Ghar District in Takhar Province, reports Tolo News on April 20.
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April - 19 
Taliban militants killed five Policemen in Uruzgan Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 20.
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Taliban militants killed five Policemen in Uruzgan Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 20.
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April - 19 
The Taliban has shared a list of 50 attacks conducted by the United States (US) and Afghan forces following the US-Taliban peace deal in late February, accusing the US of violating terms of the deal and thus adding another layer of complication to th
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The Taliban has shared a list of 50 attacks conducted by the United States (US) and Afghan forces following the US-Taliban peace deal in late February, accusing the US of violating terms of the deal and thus adding another layer of complication to the already hindered peace process, reports Tolo News on April 20.The Taliban political office in Doha, in a three-page document, claims 33 drone attacks and airstrikes were carried out against Taliban targets in 19 provinces from March 9 to April 10, nine attacks involving rockets and mortar shelling, and eight night-raids. The Taliban says in the document they have lost 35 of their fighters in 17 of the incidents, and they blame foreign forces for killing 65 civilians in 33 incidents. According to the Taliban paper, 12 attacks have occurred in Zabul, five in Maidan Wardak, four in Kunduz, four in Kandahar, three in Helmand, three in Kapisa, three in Laghman, three in Badakhshan, two in Uruzgan and two in Farah. The provinces of Paktika, Paktia, Ghazni, Logar, Badghis, Jawzjan, Baghlan, Takhar and Nangarhar have witnessed one attack each, according to the document.
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April - 19 
The Taliban militants attacked a check post and killed nine Security Force (SF) personnel in Sholgara District in Balkh Province, reports Tolo News on April 20.
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The Taliban militants attacked a check post and killed nine Security Force (SF) personnel in Sholgara District in Balkh Province, reports Tolo News on April 20.
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April - 20 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Chhattisgarh had issued an open letter dated April 13, which said that the root cause of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, is not China, but the ‘imperialist’ United States (US), reports The Pri
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Chhattisgarh had issued an open letter dated April 13, which said that the root cause of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, is not China, but the ‘imperialist’ United States (US), reports The Print on April 21. As per the report, the Maoist letter said, “Coronavirus has been created by imperialist countries like America. Destroying the imperialists is the only way to eliminate coronavirus. The US had used a nuclear bomb during the Second World War. Since then, it has continued to wage an unending war against humanity. The entire world knows that these imperialist forces are behind the creation of this super destructive weapon (coronavirus).” The letter also criticised the central government’s move to impose the nationwide lockdown, saying it has upended the lives of at least 100 million migrant workers and daily wagers. On the other hand, the Police Officials, said that the Maoists are “frustrated” as they are not getting their supplies of food and medicines due to the ongoing lockdown.
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April - 20 
India on April 20 handed over Captain (Retd) Risaldar Moslehuddin, a key conspirator convicted for assassinating Bangladesh's founding father Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and most of his family members, to Bangladesh, reports The Daily Star. Mos
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India on April 20 handed over Captain (Retd) Risaldar Moslehuddin, a key conspirator convicted for assassinating Bangladesh's founding father Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and most of his family members, to Bangladesh, reports The Daily Star. Moslehuddin, who had fired at Bangabandhu at his Dhanmondi road 32 residence on August 15, 1975, was handed over to Bangladeshi authorities.Moslehuddin was apprehended in a highly sensitive covert operation by Indian security agencies in Bongaon, West Bengal (India) some 30 kilometres away from Petrapole border with Bangladesh.He was reportedly running a medicine shop in Bongaon.
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April - 20 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested four Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) in separate incidents in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 20, reports Daily Excelsior. Two OGWs of JeM were arrested on a specific in
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested four Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) in separate incidents in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 20, reports Daily Excelsior. Two OGWs of JeM were arrested on a specific information received by Police, as they were planning attacks on the SFs near Wachi Petrol Pump in Shopian District. “A naka was immediately established near Wachi Petrol Pump. They tried to flee from the spot but police, Army and CRPF deployed at the spot overpowered both the suspects and detained them”, Inspector General of Police (IGP), Vijay Kumar, said.The duo has been identified as Uzair Ahmed Dar (16), son of Mohammad Ashraf Dar of Wandina, and Zahoor Ahmed Koka (26), son of Ghulam Mohammad Koka of Meloura.A pistol was recovered from Uzair Dar and two grenades from possession of Zahoor Koka. During interrogation, they admitted of the planning to attack SFs and for that they were provided arms and ammunition by the JeM. Police along with two Rashtriya Rifles (RR) of Army arrested two OGWs of HM during checking at Beerwah in Budgam District.They were arrested on the basis of credible inputs about their movement in an areaat Malpura, and have been identified as Ishfaq Ahmad Dar son of Abdul Rashid Dar of Wadwan in Budgam, and Farooq Ahmad Malla son of Ghulam Muhammad Malla of Hardu Mallpora in Beerwah.Police said that during checking, incriminating material have also been recovered from their possession.
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A Chinese trader, who had gone missing from Phase VII of Defence Housing Authority (DHA) in Karachi on April 20, was safely recovered in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 29, reports Dawn.The Police did not come up with much detail, but confirmed that the
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A Chinese trader, who had gone missing from Phase VII of Defence Housing Authority (DHA) in Karachi on April 20, was safely recovered in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 29, reports Dawn.The Police did not come up with much detail, but confirmed that the Chinese citizen was safe.“He was traced with the help of modern technology and was recovered from KP,” said South Karachi Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Sharjeel Kharal.
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April - 20 
Five militants and one soldier killed during clash when militants opened fire at their check post in Miranshah town of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 20, reports The Nation.Three soldiers also sustained severe injuries.
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Five militants and one soldier killed during clash when militants opened fire at their check post in Miranshah town of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 20, reports The Nation.Three soldiers also sustained severe injuries.
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April - 20 
An internal rift within the ruling Nepal Communist Party (NCP) has reached to its climax after Prime Minister (PM) K P Oli unilaterally on April 20 decided to introduce an ordinance that makes it easy to split the party, reports Republica. The propos
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An internal rift within the ruling Nepal Communist Party (NCP) has reached to its climax after Prime Minister (PM) K P Oli unilaterally on April 20 decided to introduce an ordinance that makes it easy to split the party, reports Republica. The proposed ordinance will pave way to split the party if the dissenting faction is able to garner 40 percent of the total strength either of the party's Central Committee or the Parliamentary Party Committee. This will bring amendments in the existing provisions in the Political Party Act. Existing provision makes it mandatory for the dissenting faction opting to split the party to have 40 percent strength in both the party's Central Committee and Parliamentary Party Committee.Party insiders say Prime Minister Oli's decision to hastily introduce ordinance could be a result of his troubled relations with Chairman Puspa Kamal Dahal. "Prime Minister Oli must have felt some kind of insecurity as he is left in the minority both in the Secretariat and the parliamentary party committee with a new political equation within the party," said a second-rung NCP leader, asking not to be named.
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April - 20 
India on April 20 handed over Captain (Retd) Risaldar Moslehuddin, a key conspirator convicted for assassinating Bangladesh's founding father Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and most of his family members, to Bangladesh, reports The Daily Star. Mos
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India on April 20 handed over Captain (Retd) Risaldar Moslehuddin, a key conspirator convicted for assassinating Bangladesh's founding father Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and most of his family members, to Bangladesh, reports The Daily Star. Moslehuddin, who had fired at Bangabandhu at his Dhanmondi road 32 residence on August 15, 1975, was handed over to Bangladeshi authorities.Moslehuddin was apprehended in a highly sensitive covert operation by Indian security agencies in Bongaon, West Bengal (India) some 30 kilometres away from Petrapole border with Bangladesh.He was reportedly running a medicine shop in Bongaon.
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April - 20 
The Election Commission (EC) during a special meeting held on April 20 at the EC premises between the EC Chairman Mahinda Deshapriya and members of the EC and the responsible parties decided tohold the Parliamentary Elections on June 20, reports Colo
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The Election Commission (EC) during a special meeting held on April 20 at the EC premises between the EC Chairman Mahinda Deshapriya and members of the EC and the responsible parties decided tohold the Parliamentary Elections on June 20, reports Colombo Page.The election was earlier scheduled for April 25 when the Government had to impose an island-wide curfew and halt all state functions except essential services to control the spread of the Coronavirus.
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April - 20 
Afghan National Army (ANA) arrested two Pakistani militants of Islamic State (IS) in Jalalabad city of Nangarhar Province on April 20, reports BhaktarNews.
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Afghan National Army (ANA) arrested two Pakistani militants of Islamic State (IS) in Jalalabad city of Nangarhar Province on April 20, reports BhaktarNews.
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April - 20 
Afghanistan National Security Council (NSC) said 24 innocent civilians have been killed and 13 others wounded during the past one week as a result of Taliban attacks in various parts of the country, report BhaktarNewson April 21. According to aNSC sp
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Afghanistan National Security Council (NSC) said 24 innocent civilians have been killed and 13 others wounded during the past one week as a result of Taliban attacks in various parts of the country, report BhaktarNewson April 21. According to aNSC spokesperson, the insurgents continued their violent campaign against the innocent Afghan people. He said the militants have killed 24 civilians and wounded 13, including women and children in Baghlan, Takhar, Ghazni, Paktia, Logar, Laghman, Nangarhar, Farah and Kandahar Provinces.
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April - 20 
Government sources say that one of the top 15 prisoners whose release was demanded by the Taliban is part of a network responsible for major attacks in Kabul, reports Tolo News on April 21.The militant is identified as Lailuddin, and is responsible f
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Government sources say that one of the top 15 prisoners whose release was demanded by the Taliban is part of a network responsible for major attacks in Kabul, reports Tolo News on April 21.The militant is identified as Lailuddin, and is responsible for attacks including the German embassy bombing, the American University of Afghanistan (AUAF) attack, attack of former Member of Parliament Mir Wali and the bombing of the funeral ceremony of Mohammad Alam Izdyar’s son.
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April - 20 
Taliban militants, in an attack on checkpoints, killed 14 Afghan National Army (ANA) soldiers in KhwajaGhar District of Takhar Province on April 20, reports BhaktarNews.
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Taliban militants, in an attack on checkpoints, killed 14 Afghan National Army (ANA) soldiers in KhwajaGhar District of Takhar Province on April 20, reports BhaktarNews.
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April - 20 
Two Taliban mine planters were killed when the duo was placing a mine along the road in Alishing District of Laghman Province, reports BhaktarNewson April 21.
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Two Taliban mine planters were killed when the duo was placing a mine along the road in Alishing District of Laghman Province, reports BhaktarNewson April 21.
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April - 21 
On April 21, Assam Rifles (AR) recovered arms and ammunition near Kunsa village in Tirap District of Arunachal Pradesh, reports Arunachal Times. The arms and ammunition reportedly belong to National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K)Yung
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On April 21, Assam Rifles (AR) recovered arms and ammunition near Kunsa village in Tirap District of Arunachal Pradesh, reports Arunachal Times. The arms and ammunition reportedly belong to National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K)Yung Aung faction. 170 rounds of AK-47 rifles and two magazines were recovered during the search.
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April - 21 
Police on April 21 foiled a weapon snatching bid by arresting two accused, who tried to decamp with the service rifle of a Policeman at a checkpoint Shopian District, reports Daily Excelsior.
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Police on April 21 foiled a weapon snatching bid by arresting two accused, who tried to decamp with the service rifle of a Policeman at a checkpoint Shopian District, reports Daily Excelsior.
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April - 21 
The Border Security Force (BSF) troopers recovered 4.5 kilograms of heroin from International Border (IB) in the Amritsar sector of Amritsar District in Punjab on April 21, reports United News of India. According to a spokesperson of the Punjab Front
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The Border Security Force (BSF) troopers recovered 4.5 kilograms of heroin from International Border (IB) in the Amritsar sector of Amritsar District in Punjab on April 21, reports United News of India. According to a spokesperson of the Punjab Frontier’s BSF Headquarter, the troops of the71 Battalion of BSF heard a loud sound of some miscreants in the border areaand challenged them, following which they fled towards the Pakistanterritory leaving behind the contraband.
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April - 21 
The Indian Army is readying a team which is expected to be deployed to Afghanistan in a bid to help with the fight against the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak in the country, reports The Khaama Press on April 22.
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The Indian Army is readying a team which is expected to be deployed to Afghanistan in a bid to help with the fight against the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak in the country, reports The Khaama Press on April 22.
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April - 21 
The Jammu and Kashmir Cyber Police on April 21, said it filed a case against author-journalist Gowhar Geelani for “glorifying terrorism in Kashmir Valley” through social media posts, reports The Print. Geelani is an independent reporter who has been
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The Jammu and Kashmir Cyber Police on April 21, said it filed a case against author-journalist Gowhar Geelani for “glorifying terrorism in Kashmir Valley” through social media posts, reports The Print. Geelani is an independent reporter who has been published by BBC, DailyO, and Scroll.in, among others. He also worked with Deutsche Welle for several years in Germany.
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April - 21 
Pakistan has removed around 1,800 terrorists from its watch list, including that of the 2008 Mumbai attack mastermind and Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) ‘operations commander’ Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi, ahead of a new round of assessments by the Financial ActionT
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Pakistan has removed around 1,800 terrorists from its watch list, including that of the 2008 Mumbai attack mastermind and Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) ‘operations commander’ Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi, ahead of a new round of assessments by the Financial ActionTask Force (FATF),according to Castellum.AI, a New York based regulatory technology company, reports Times of India.The so-called proscribed persons list, which is maintained by Pakistan's National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA), is intended in part to help financial institutions avoid doing business with or processing transactions of suspected terrorists.The list in 2018 contained about 7,600 names. It has been reduced to under 3,800 in the past 18 months, according to Castellum.AI. About 1,800 of the names have been removed since the beginning of March. It is possible that these removals are part of Pakistan's action plan to implement the FATF recommendations, Castellum.AI said.
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April - 21 
The Nepali Congress (NC) and Samajbadi Party-Nepal (SP-N) on April 21, issued a press release demanding that the Government to withdraw two ordinances amending the provisions of the Constitutional Council Act and Political Party Act, reports The Hima
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The Nepali Congress (NC) and Samajbadi Party-Nepal (SP-N) on April 21, issued a press release demanding that the Government to withdraw two ordinances amending the provisions of the Constitutional Council Act and Political Party Act, reports The Himalayan Times.The ordinance related to Constitutional Council Act allowed the Constitutional Council to take decisions on the basis of majority. Similarly, the ordinance related to Political Parties Act allows party leaders to split their party if they have 40 per cent support either in the Central Committee or the Parliamentary Party. Until now party dissidents were required to muster support of 40 members in both the Central Committee and the Parliamentary Party of their party.The NC said that both the Constitutional Council Act and the Political Party Act undermined the spirit of the constitution.SP-N said in its release that the ordinance related to Political Party Act would make it easy for those who wanted to split a party using money and power.
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April - 21 
The Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) unit of Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) on April 21 arrested a militant of Ansar al-Islam from Kotwali area in Dhaka city of Dhaka District in Dhaka Division, reports The Daily Star. The arrestee w
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The Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) unit of Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) on April 21 arrested a militant of Ansar al-Islam from Kotwali area in Dhaka city of Dhaka District in Dhaka Division, reports The Daily Star. The arrestee was identified as Muhammad Abdullah Al Amin aliasAzmir.
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April - 21 
Defense Secretary Major General (Retd) Kamal Gunaratnereferring to the on-going investigations into Easter Sunday attacks on April 21 said “We will bring all those who involved in those bomb blasts, irrespective of their social status, political affi
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Defense Secretary Major General (Retd) Kamal Gunaratnereferring to the on-going investigations into Easter Sunday attacks on April 21 said “We will bring all those who involved in those bomb blasts, irrespective of their social status, political affiliations, ethnicity or religion to book. We will not let our people to die and suffer in such unfortunate incidents. We have taken all precautionary measures to identify such acts of terrorism or extremism at early stages and taken all necessary actions to bring them before the law,” reports Colombo Page.
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April - 21 
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa marking the first anniversary of Easter Sunday attacks on April 21 vowed,“I will not leave any room for any form of extremism, or violence from any extremists to be unleashed on my people again,” reports Colombo Page. The
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President Gotabaya Rajapaksa marking the first anniversary of Easter Sunday attacks on April 21 vowed,“I will not leave any room for any form of extremism, or violence from any extremists to be unleashed on my people again,” reports Colombo Page. The President said he will ensure the safety of all communities in the country and assured to identify the true perpetrators responsible for the Easter Sunday massacres and bring them before the law.
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April - 21 
National Directorate of Security (NDS) arrested a key Pakistani Islamic State (IS) leader,Muneeb aka Abu Bilal aka Abu Halal aka aka Abu Humam, with close links to Taliban’s Peshawar Council, Haqqani Network and Lashkar-e Toiba (LeT), reports The Kh
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National Directorate of Security (NDS) arrested a key Pakistani Islamic State (IS) leader,Muneeb aka Abu Bilal aka Abu Halal aka aka Abu Humam, with close links to Taliban’s Peshawar Council, Haqqani Network and Lashkar-e Toiba (LeT), reports The Khaama Press on April 22. The location of arrest was not disclosed.
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April - 21 
Afghan National Army troopers destroyed bases of the Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) located in Ghoraki area of Momandara district in Nangarhar province, reports Tolo News on April 22.“Our heroic security forces were able to clear these bases of fighters as s
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Afghan National Army troopers destroyed bases of the Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) located in Ghoraki area of Momandara district in Nangarhar province, reports Tolo News on April 22.“Our heroic security forces were able to clear these bases of fighters as soon as possible. We have also seized dozens of small arms and heavy weapons,” said Brig. Gen. Mohammad Karim Niazi, a commander of the ANA in Nangarhar.
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April - 21 
Afghan Security Forces (SFs), during clashes,killed 36 Taliban when militants tried to stormed on SF checkpoints in Kashak Kohna District in Herat Province within the last 24 hours, reports Bhaktar News on April 22.
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Afghan Security Forces (SFs), during clashes,killed 36 Taliban when militants tried to stormed on SF checkpoints in Kashak Kohna District in Herat Province within the last 24 hours, reports Bhaktar News on April 22.
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April - 21 
Afghan Security Forces killed at least 31 Taliban and foiled attacks on security checkpoints in Zherai, Meyanshen and Spin Boldak Districts of Kandahar Province on April 21, reports Tolo News.
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Afghan Security Forces killed at least 31 Taliban and foiled attacks on security checkpoints in Zherai, Meyanshen and Spin Boldak Districts of Kandahar Province on April 21, reports Tolo News.
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April - 21 
Afghan Security Forces killed the Taliban ‘military in-charge’ for Charkh District in Logar Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 22.
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Afghan Security Forces killed the Taliban ‘military in-charge’ for Charkh District in Logar Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 22.
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April - 21 
At least six civilians lost their lives following mine blast planted by Taliban militants in Barmal District of Paktika Province on April 21, reports BhaktarNews.
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At least six civilians lost their lives following mine blast planted by Taliban militants in Barmal District of Paktika Province on April 21, reports BhaktarNews.
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April - 21 
Local officials in the Badakhshan Province on April 21 said that Daesh and affiliate terror groups are moving to establish a stronger military presence in the province so they can continue the war against the Afghan security forces, reports Tolo News
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Local officials in the Badakhshan Province on April 21 said that Daesh and affiliate terror groups are moving to establish a stronger military presence in the province so they can continue the war against the Afghan security forces, reports Tolo News.According to the local officials, there are around 400 fighters linked with various ‘terrorist groups’ such as Daesh, the Tajikistan-based Ansarullah militant group, the East Turkestan Islamic Movement, the Harkat-i-Islami Uzbekistan and the Uighur jihadists, and these fighters are operating in various parts of the province, but especially in the Khastak valley of Juram District. Badakhshan province has borders with China, Pakistan and Tajikistan. But Khastak valley of Juram, which is adjacent to Pakistan, is an important point from a military perspective.
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April - 21 
Taliban militants, in an attack, killed 19 Policemen at the Mes Aynak Copper mine in Logar Province on April 21, reports Tolo News.
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Taliban militants, in an attack, killed 19 Policemen at the Mes Aynak Copper mine in Logar Province on April 21, reports Tolo News.
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April - 21 
The Indian Army is readying a team which is expected to be deployed to Afghanistan in a bid to help with the fight against the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak in the country, reports The Khaama Press on April 22.
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The Indian Army is readying a team which is expected to be deployed to Afghanistan in a bid to help with the fight against the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak in the country, reports The Khaama Press on April 22.
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April - 21 
Two bodyguards, two children and a woman were wounded in an explosion that hit the Khost Governor's convoy on April 21, reports BhaktarNews.No group including the Taliban has claimed responsibility for the blast.
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Two bodyguards, two children and a woman were wounded in an explosion that hit the Khost Governor's convoy on April 21, reports BhaktarNews.No group including the Taliban has claimed responsibility for the blast.
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April - 21 
Unidentified miscreants on April 21 set ablaze a sewerage pump station operated by state utilities firm, Fenaka Corporation, in Hithadhoo island of Addu City, reports Edition. The blaze was extinguished and no one was hurt in the incident, they said.
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Unidentified miscreants on April 21 set ablaze a sewerage pump station operated by state utilities firm, Fenaka Corporation, in Hithadhoo island of Addu City, reports Edition. The blaze was extinguished and no one was hurt in the incident, they said. Addu City Council's Mayor Abdulla Sodiq alleged in a tweet that the fire was arson and it was an attempt to halt services in the island. He called on Commissioner of Police Mohamed Hameed to take strict action against the perpetrators. Earlier, Islamic State had claimed responsibility for arson incidents that took place in April 15, 2020.
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April - 22 
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) is continuing its operations against the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) besides making the rural public aware of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, reports All India Radio on April 23. As per t
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The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) is continuing its operations against the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) besides making the rural public aware of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, reports All India Radio on April 23. As per the report, besides operations against the Maoists, the CRPF personnel are organizing camps in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh, to make aware the tribal people about the measures for the prevention of Coronavirus.
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April - 22 
An exchange of fire took place between Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and the Security Forces (SFs) inside Dulduli forest under Mathili Police Station limits in Malkangiri District of Odisha on April 22, reports The Hindu. No cas
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An exchange of fire took place between Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and the Security Forces (SFs) inside Dulduli forest under Mathili Police Station limits in Malkangiri District of Odisha on April 22, reports The Hindu. No casualty was reported in the incident. According to the Malkangiri Superintendent of Police (SP), Khilari Rishikesh Dnyandeo, following intelligence reports on the congregation of armed Maoists at the said forest near Tulsi pahad hill, personnel of the Special Operation Group (SOG) and District Voluntary Force (DVF) of Malkangiri had launched “cordon and search” operations in the area. During the operation, the SFs discovered a secret camp of the Maoists and on seeing the SFs, the Maoists opened fire at them leading to an exchange of fire. While taking advantage of the hilly terrain near the Odisha-Chhattisgarh border, the Maoists at the spot managed to escape, however, they left behind goods they were using, including explosive materials that were seized by the SFs.
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April - 22 
Assam Tribune on April 22 reports that 10 United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) militants were arrested from Sivasagar, Jorhat, Golaghat, Charaideo, Dibrugarh and Tinsukia Districts. The arrestees included three cadres, seven Over Grou
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Assam Tribune on April 22 reports that 10 United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) militants were arrested from Sivasagar, Jorhat, Golaghat, Charaideo, Dibrugarh and Tinsukia Districts. The arrestees included three cadres, seven Over Ground Workers (OGWs) and four recruits. The four recruits, who were in captivity were handed back to parents after counselling by Police.
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April - 22 
At least three unidentified militants were trapped by Security Forces (SFs) in a village in Shopian District on April 22, reports Daily Excelsior. Inspector General of Police, Kashmir, Vijay Kumar, said, on specific inputs about the presence of milit
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At least three unidentified militants were trapped by Security Forces (SFs) in a village in Shopian District on April 22, reports Daily Excelsior. Inspector General of Police, Kashmir, Vijay Kumar, said, on specific inputs about the presence of militants in Melhoora village of Zainapora, a joint team of SFs including 55 RR of Army, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Shopian District Police launched a search operation in the area.
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Five United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) militants were arrested from a house in Tarai village in Charaideo District of Assam on April 22, reports outlook. The house owner was also arrested. Later on, April 23, arms and ammunition w
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Five United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) militants were arrested from a house in Tarai village in Charaideo District of Assam on April 22, reports outlook. The house owner was also arrested. Later on, April 23, arms and ammunition were recovered from the adjacent area of arrest. The recovered items include three assault rifles along with eight magazines and 323 rounds of ammunition, a Russian-made 7.65 mm pistol with one magazine and two bullets, a 0.22 mm pistol with one magazine and two bullets, two kg of a "gelatin-like" explosives material, seven pieces of cordtex wire (detonating cord) and 16 pieces of detonators. ApurbaGogoi, SimantaGogoi, BirajAsom, LakshyajitGogoi and Sidhartha Gogoi. The arrest came ahead of Assam Chief Minister SarbanandaSonowal''s scheduled visit to Charaideo District scheduled on April 23.
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April - 22 
Four militants of Ansar-ul-Gazwatul Hind (AGH), including two ‘commanders’ of the outfit were killed in an exchange of fire with Security Forces (SFs) in Melhora village in Shopian District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 22, reports Daily Excels
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Four militants of Ansar-ul-Gazwatul Hind (AGH), including two ‘commanders’ of the outfit were killed in an exchange of fire with Security Forces (SFs) in Melhora village in Shopian District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 22, reports Daily Excelsior. A joint team of Army’s 55 Rashtriya Rifles (RR), Police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)had cordoned off Melhora village after inputs about presence of a group of militants in the village.During the searches, the hiding militants fired upon SFs, which was retaliated, triggering an encounter in which all four militants were killed. The slain militants were identified as Tariq Bhat alias Luqman Bhai, district ‘commander’ Shopian of village Khasipora in ShopianDistrict, a former Policeman and had joined Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), and later, had joined AGH; Basharat Shah alias Osama Bhai, district ‘commander’ Pulwama of village Nikloora Litter in PulwamaDistrict, and was also former LeT member and had later joined AGH; Wakeel Dar alias Asim Bhai, belonged to Nikloora Litter in Pulwama District and was associated with AGH; and Uzair Bhair alias Qasim Bhai, who belonged to Baramulla town in North Kashmir, belonged to Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) but had later joined AGH.
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April - 22 
Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP) Dilbag Singh, on April 22, said when the entire world is fighting the novel coronavirus outbreak, Pakistan-backed terrorists are making attempts to disrupt peace in the Union Territory, reports Daily
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Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP) Dilbag Singh, on April 22, said when the entire world is fighting the novel coronavirus outbreak, Pakistan-backed terrorists are making attempts to disrupt peace in the Union Territory, reports Daily Excelsior.
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April - 22 
Pakistan Army on April 22, resorted to intense shelling on forward posts and villages along the Line of Control (LoC) in two sectors of Poonch District, reports Daily Excelsior. The Indian Army responded to the violations. “At about 1720 hours, Pakis
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Pakistan Army on April 22, resorted to intense shelling on forward posts and villages along the Line of Control (LoC) in two sectors of Poonch District, reports Daily Excelsior. The Indian Army responded to the violations. “At about 1720 hours, Pakistan Army initiated unprovoked ceasefire violation by firing with small arms and shelling with mortars along the LoC in Kirni and Qasba sectors,” sources said.
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April - 22 
The Border Security Force (BSF) troopers recovered one packet of contraband suspected to be heroin weighing one kilogram from International Border (IB) in the Amritsar sector of Amritsar District in Punjab on April 22, reports United News of India. A
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The Border Security Force (BSF) troopers recovered one packet of contraband suspected to be heroin weighing one kilogram from International Border (IB) in the Amritsar sector of Amritsar District in Punjab on April 22, reports United News of India. According to a spokesperson of the Punjab Frontier’s BSF Headquarter, the troops of theBSF got alertafter observing the movement of some suspicious persons ahead of the border security fencenear the post and challenged them. Although the miscreants fled towards the Pakistanterritory, the troopers recovered the contraband along with one pistol and 24 cartridges from the spot.
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April - 22 
A meeting of the four opposition parties — the Nepali Congress (NC), Rastriya Janata Party-Nepal (RJP-N), Samajbadi Party-Nepal (SP-N) and Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RJP) — on April 22 condemned the promulgation of two ordinances that amended key pr
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A meeting of the four opposition parties — the Nepali Congress (NC), Rastriya Janata Party-Nepal (RJP-N), Samajbadi Party-Nepal (SP-N) and Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RJP) — on April 22 condemned the promulgation of two ordinances that amended key provisions of the Constitutional Council Act and Political Party Act, reports The Himalayan Times.The four parties termed the two ordinances as against the spirit of the constitution and democratic norms and practices. “We take the promulgation of these ordinances as the Oli-led government’s latest attempt to take the path of tyranny. The government should immediately withdraw these ordinances,” the opposition parties stated in their joint press release.
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April - 22 
Samajwadi Party-Nepal (SP-N) and Rastriya Janata Party-Nepal (RJP-N) sealed a unity deal on April 22 and leaders of the two parties went to the Election Commission (EC) to register their new party — Janata Samajwadi Party-Nepal (JSP-N).The two partie
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Samajwadi Party-Nepal (SP-N) and Rastriya Janata Party-Nepal (RJP-N) sealed a unity deal on April 22 and leaders of the two parties went to the Election Commission (EC) to register their new party — Janata Samajwadi Party-Nepal (JSP-N).The two parties have decided to register their new unified partywhich will retain the SP-N’s flag and the RJP-N’s umbrella election symbol.The unity averted the risk of a split in the SP-N as Vice-chair of the party Renu Yadav was allegedly preparing to split the party with the support of six other party lawmakers – Mohammad IshtiyakRayi, Uma Shankar Argariya, Pradip Kumar Yadav, Surendra Yadav, KaludeviBishwakarma and Renuka Gurung. JSP-N leader Rajendra Mahato said they signed the unity deal to give befitting reply to Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli who relaxed the provision of the Political Party Law to engineer splits in the SP-N and RJP-N. “With this deal, we have given the message that we are not divided but united. We were to seal a unity deal after the lockdown but since the government brought the ordinances, we hastened to seal the deal of unity,” he added.The two parties’ merger means they now have a total of 33 Members in Parliament—17 from SP-N and 16 from the RJP-N. Renu Yadav’s seven lawmakers now fall short of the 40 percent threshold to split the party.
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April - 22 
The International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) raised concerns about the arbitrary arrest and detention of lawyer Hejaaz Hizbullah in the conduct of their investigation of the Easter Sunday bombings, reports Colombo Page on April 23. Lawyer Hejaaz Hi
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The International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) raised concerns about the arbitrary arrest and detention of lawyer Hejaaz Hizbullah in the conduct of their investigation of the Easter Sunday bombings, reports Colombo Page on April 23. Lawyer Hejaaz Hizbullah was arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) on April 14, pursuant to the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) and has since been kept in detention. No reasons were provided at the time of the arrest. “No one questions the government’s need and obligation to investigate the horrendous Easter Sunday attacks, but these investigations must be conducted in a way that is consistent with international law and the Sri Lankan Constitution. Not serving Hizbullah a remand order as required by law, and denying him full and confidential access to legal counsel is unacceptable and in violation of international standards on the right to liberty,” said Frederick Rawski, ICJ Asia-Pacific Director.
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April - 22 
Afghan Security Forces killed six Taliban militants repulsed a militant attack on security posts in Qarabagh District in Ghazni Province, reports The Khaama Press on April 23. SFs recovered a PKM machine gun and an Ak-47 assault rifle.
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Afghan Security Forces killed six Taliban militants repulsed a militant attack on security posts in Qarabagh District in Ghazni Province, reports The Khaama Press on April 23. SFs recovered a PKM machine gun and an Ak-47 assault rifle.
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April - 22 
Afghan Security Forces killed six Taliban militants in Khashk region of Deh Yak district of Ghazni Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 23.
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Afghan Security Forces killed six Taliban militants in Khashk region of Deh Yak district of Ghazni Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 23.
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April - 22 
Afghan Security Forces killed two Taliban militants, during a separate operation, in Chagari area located in the outskirts of Ghazni city in Ghazni Province, reports The Khaama Press on April 23. Another two militants were injured in the operation.
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Afghan Security Forces killed two Taliban militants, during a separate operation, in Chagari area located in the outskirts of Ghazni city in Ghazni Province, reports The Khaama Press on April 23. Another two militants were injured in the operation.
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April - 22 
Afghan Security Forces, during an operation, killed a Taliban militant in Azra District of Logar Province, reports The Khaama Press on April 23.Three militants were injured in the incident.
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Afghan Security Forces, during an operation, killed a Taliban militant in Azra District of Logar Province, reports The Khaama Press on April 23.Three militants were injured in the incident.
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April - 22 
At least eight civilians were injured following roadside mine blast in Kazhi region of Khogyani District in Nangarhar Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 23.
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At least eight civilians were injured following roadside mine blast in Kazhi region of Khogyani District in Nangarhar Province, reports BhaktarNews on April 23.
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April - 22 
Taliban attacked security checkpoints killing 11 Afghan Security Forces in Sozma Qala and Sancharak Districts in Sar-e-Pul Province, reports Tolo News.
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Taliban attacked security checkpoints killing 11 Afghan Security Forces in Sozma Qala and Sancharak Districts in Sar-e-Pul Province, reports Tolo News.
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April - 22 
The Afghan forces arrested two Taliban militants and five other suspected militants during an operation in Aryoub Zazai District of Paktiya Province, The Khaama Press on April 23.
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The Afghan forces arrested two Taliban militants and five other suspected militants during an operation in Aryoub Zazai District of Paktiya Province, The Khaama Press on April 23.
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April - 22 
The Afghan Security Forces, during operations, killed a key Taliban commander, Mullah Khaliq alias Saifullah, in Qaland Kheli, Qarghanchi and Sayad Villages of Sholgara District of Balkh Province, reports The Khaama Press on April 23.Afghan Security
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The Afghan Security Forces, during operations, killed a key Taliban commander, Mullah Khaliq alias Saifullah, in Qaland Kheli, Qarghanchi and Sayad Villages of Sholgara District of Balkh Province, reports The Khaama Press on April 23.Afghan Security Forces arrested four Taliban militants during these operations.
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April - 22 
The State Utility Firm said that clashes between Security Forces and militants in Doshi District of northern Baghlan Province cut the supply of electricity to capital Kabul and other Provinces, reports The Khaama Press on April 23. Da Afghanistan Bre
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The State Utility Firm said that clashes between Security Forces and militants in Doshi District of northern Baghlan Province cut the supply of electricity to capital Kabul and other Provinces, reports The Khaama Press on April 23. Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat in a statement said the impact of a bullet severed the transmission line in Pul-e Gazan area of Doshi District which was used to transmit electricity from Uzbekistan to Kabul and other Provinces.According to Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat, the transmission of imported electricity to Kabul and other provinces is expected to resume by April 23, no further updates are available.
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April - 23 
Security Forces (SFs) launched an operation and rescued a Police constable who was abducted by militants on April 23 from Chatwatan Vihil village in Shopian District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. A group of three Militants had
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Security Forces (SFs) launched an operation and rescued a Police constable who was abducted by militants on April 23 from Chatwatan Vihil village in Shopian District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. A group of three Militants had abducted the Police constable identified as Javid Jabbar from his house at Chatwatan Vihil village in the District,who was posted in the escort duty of Sub Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) at Zakura in Srinagar.
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April - 23 
A militant of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) was arrested from a checkpoint in Nihama in Kulgam District of J&K on April 23, reports Daily Excelsior. The arrested militant was identified as Shakir Alie of Damhal Hanjipora of the District.Police said that a
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A militant of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) was arrested from a checkpoint in Nihama in Kulgam District of J&K on April 23, reports Daily Excelsior. The arrested militant was identified as Shakir Alie of Damhal Hanjipora of the District.Police said that a hand grenade, one handgun and six rounds of ammunition compatible with the handgun have been recovered from his possession.
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April - 23 
Dimasa National Liberation Army (DNLA) demanded the stoppage of coal mining in Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao Districts in Assam, reports The Telegraph on April 24. In a press release DNLA warned to immediately stop coal mining in the Hill Districts an
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Dimasa National Liberation Army (DNLA) demanded the stoppage of coal mining in Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao Districts in Assam, reports The Telegraph on April 24. In a press release DNLA warned to immediately stop coal mining in the Hill Districts and withdraw from the are in a week. The release also added that if any one defied its demand for withdrawal, “there will be no mercy and action will be taken”. There are total six coal mines in the hill Districts, three mines at Bokolia, Silonijan and Dillai in Karbi Anglong District are run illegally.
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April - 23 
On April 23, another NSCN-IM militant was arrested near Titabor in Jorahat District, reports Northeast Now. The arrestee was identified as ‘major’ Nyaoba Konyak alias Nweypa. He was involved in extortion and abduction. Two pistols were recovered from
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On April 23, another NSCN-IM militant was arrested near Titabor in Jorahat District, reports Northeast Now. The arrestee was identified as ‘major’ Nyaoba Konyak alias Nweypa. He was involved in extortion and abduction. Two pistols were recovered from the arrested militant.
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April - 23 
On April 23, two Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) were arrested from near Lower Kollam village and Khonsa town in Tirap District of Arunachal Pradesh, reports Arunachal Times. The arrestees we
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On April 23, two Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) were arrested from near Lower Kollam village and Khonsa town in Tirap District of Arunachal Pradesh, reports Arunachal Times. The arrestees were identified as Tewang Hangsik and Dongley Lowang. 1,500 Kg of rice which was being siphoned off Public Distribution System (PDS) was recovered from the arrestees, who were diverting it to NSCN-IM militants.
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April - 23 
Pakistani troops violated CeaseFire Agreement (CFA) along the Line of Control (LoC) in Tanghdar sector in Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K)on April 23, reports Daily Excelsior.An official said that the Pakistani troops started mortar shelli
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Pakistani troops violated CeaseFire Agreement (CFA) along the Line of Control (LoC) in Tanghdar sector in Kupwara District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K)on April 23, reports Daily Excelsior.An official said that the Pakistani troops started mortar shelling targeting Rawan and Darshan posts of 3-Grenadiers in the sector in the evening and Indian troops retaliated and the firing continued for 15 minutes.
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April - 23 
The Security Forces (SFs) busted a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) camp following an exchange of fire with the cadres and seized explosive materials and ammunition in Chandili forest near Bartia village under Khaprakhol Block(administrat
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The Security Forces (SFs) busted a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) camp following an exchange of fire with the cadres and seized explosive materials and ammunition in Chandili forest near Bartia village under Khaprakhol Block(administrative unit) in Bolangir District of Odisha on April 23, reports Kalinga TV. No casualty was reported in the incident. As per the report, acting on a tip-off about the presence of the Maoists, the Special Operation Group (SOG) personnel launched a combing operation in the said forest. When the SFs discovered a Maoist camp in the forest, a gun-battle broke out between the two parties. Although the Maoists managed to escape from the spot, they left behind their belongings, including some explosives and other items. A senior Police Official said, “We have seized tents, water containers, food items and clothes. Some live bullets were also recovered from the spot,” adding that the combing operations will continue in the region.
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April - 23 
The Weekon April 24 reported that six militants of Manipur based Coordination Committee (CorCom) surrendered in March 2020. It also stated that in 2019, 27 United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) militants had surrendered. The report als
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The Weekon April 24 reported that six militants of Manipur based Coordination Committee (CorCom) surrendered in March 2020. It also stated that in 2019, 27 United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) militants had surrendered. The report also added that with the COVID-19lockdown, resulting in locals depending on relief extended by the state governments of Assam, Manipur, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh, the insurgent groups in these areas are likely to lose grip further if the civil administration and state Police is able to tap into the opportunity.
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April - 23 
Police Spokesman SP Jaliya Senaratne on April 23 said that that there was irrefutable evidence to link Attorney-at-Law, Hejaaz Hisbullah, who had been recently taken into custody by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), in connection with the
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Police Spokesman SP Jaliya Senaratne on April 23 said that that there was irrefutable evidence to link Attorney-at-Law, Hejaaz Hisbullah, who had been recently taken into custody by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), in connection with the 2019 Easter Sunday suicide bombings, reports The Island.Responding to criticism of the lawyer’s arrest, SP Senaratne told that Hisbullah had been taken in on charges of conspiracy and aiding and abetting in the Easter Sunday carnage, after comprehensive investigation.
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April - 23 
At least 13 members of Public Uprising Forces (PUF)s were killed in a Taliban attack on their outpost on the outskirts of Qala-e-Naw city in Badghis Province on April 23, reports Tolo News. A provincial council member Bahauddin Qadesi further said t
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At least 13 members of Public Uprising Forces (PUF)s were killed in a Taliban attack on their outpost on the outskirts of Qala-e-Naw city in Badghis Province on April 23, reports Tolo News. A provincial council member Bahauddin Qadesi further said that 10 members of the PUFs are missing.
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April - 23 
Data obtained from security officials and government sources reveal that 98 Afghan Security Forces were killedin Taliban attacks across 14 provinces between April 18 and April 24, reports Tolo News on April 24. At least 70 others have been wounded an
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Data obtained from security officials and government sources reveal that 98 Afghan Security Forces were killedin Taliban attacks across 14 provinces between April 18 and April 24, reports Tolo News on April 24. At least 70 others have been wounded and more than 10 security force members are missing, according to the sources. The Provinces of Badghis, Kunduz, Takhar, Nimroz, Faryab, Maidan Wardak, Sar-e-Pul, Logar, Samangan, Uruzgan, Balkh, Ghazni, Kandahar and Zabul witnessed attacks by the Taliban in last seven days. The following is the Province wise data: Badghis (15 killed, 6 wounded); Kunduz (5 killed, 2 wounded); Takhar (19 killed, 5 wounded); Nimroz ( 6 killed, 5 wounded); Maidan Wardak (3 killed); Sar-e-Pul (11 killed, 24 wounded); Logar ( 8 killed, 3 wounded); Samangan (2 killed); Uruzgan ( 9 killed, 2 wounded); Balkh ( 9 killed, 5 wounded); Ghazni ( one killed, 4 wounded); Kandahar ( 4 killed, seven wounded) and Zabul ( one killed). The data for Faryab was not given in the report.
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April - 23 
President Ashraf Ghani on April 23, in a virtual farewell meeting with Nicholas Kay, appreciated Kay for his efforts during his missions as the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO)’s Civilian Representative, reports BhaktarNews.Kay was formerly
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President Ashraf Ghani on April 23, in a virtual farewell meeting with Nicholas Kay, appreciated Kay for his efforts during his missions as the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO)’s Civilian Representative, reports BhaktarNews.Kay was formerly the United Kingdom ambassador to Afghanistan. Nicholas Kay also praised President Ghani for having dealt with the multiple challenges particularly in security and economic fronts since taking office in 2014, referring to the progresses that the country has so far made. He added that NATO would continue to support Afghanistan in various areas namely training and technical cooperation with Afghan forces as well as fighting the corona virus.
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April - 23 
The Taliban group in Afghanistan rejected President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani’s demand for ceasefire during the Holy month of Ramadan, calling it as ‘illogical’, reports The Khaama Press on April 24. “The Islamic Emirate accepted a comprehensive framewor
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The Taliban group in Afghanistan rejected President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani’s demand for ceasefire during the Holy month of Ramadan, calling it as ‘illogical’, reports The Khaama Press on April 24. “The Islamic Emirate accepted a comprehensive framework (of peace) by signing the Agreement with US [United States] which was also confirmed by the Security Council and the International Community. If it is implemented (fully), it will take us to a lasting peace and ceasefire,” Suhail Shaheen, a spokesperson for the political office of Taliban said in a Twitter post. Shaheen further added “In a time that the lives of thousands of prisoners are being put into danger due to the coronavirus and hurdle are created in the way of the peace process and complete implementation of the Agreement, despite that, asking for ceasefire is not rational and convincing.” Earlier, President Ghani had issued a statement on the occasion of the Holy month of Ramadan, urging the Taliban group to declare a ceasefire, reports The Khaama Press. Previously, Presidents Ghani’s call for a ceasefire on April 16 due to novel coronavirus was also rejected by Taliban adds Arab News.
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April - 24 
It has been learnt that groups like the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) and People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) are being provided with logistical support to Arakan Army (AA) in Myanmar, reports The Week on April 25.These outf
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It has been learnt that groups like the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) and People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) are being provided with logistical support to Arakan Army (AA) in Myanmar, reports The Week on April 25.These outfits have camps running in Rakhine and Chin States, areas controlled by the AA which is designated as a terrorist group by the Myanmar Government. Since these groups are rich in funds collected through extortion and cross border smuggling, intelligence agencies believe that any support lent to the AA, is likely to continue to keep the cross-border support to insurgent groups alive.
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April - 24 
On April 24, a contractor was abducted by unidentified assailants from Harangajao in Dima Hasao District in Assam, reports The Sentinel. The abductee was identified as Santosh Hojai.
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On April 24, a contractor was abducted by unidentified assailants from Harangajao in Dima Hasao District in Assam, reports The Sentinel. The abductee was identified as Santosh Hojai.
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April - 24 
On April 24, a National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) militant was arrested near Lalpahara in Tinsukia District of Assam, reports The Sangai Express. A pistol and four rounds of ammunition were recovered from the arrestee identi
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On April 24, a National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) militant was arrested near Lalpahara in Tinsukia District of Assam, reports The Sangai Express. A pistol and four rounds of ammunition were recovered from the arrestee identified as ‘private’ Raji Brama.
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April - 24 
Pakistan troops violated the CeaseFire Agreement (CFA) by firing unprovoked along the Line of Control (LoC) in Nowshera sector in Rajouri District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 24, reports Daily Excelsior. Four houses including three in Bhawani
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Pakistan troops violated the CeaseFire Agreement (CFA) by firing unprovoked along the Line of Control (LoC) in Nowshera sector in Rajouri District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 24, reports Daily Excelsior. Four houses including three in Bhawani and one in Makri village situated in close vicinity of the LoC suffered damages in the CFA violation. Defence spokesperson Jammu Lt Col Devender Anand, said, “At about 1130 hours, Pakistan initiated unprovoked ceasefire violation by firing with small arms and shelling with mortars on the LoC in Nowshera sector.”Our troops retaliated befittingly; Col Anand added.
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April - 24 
Security Forces (SFs) busted a hideout and recovered arms and ammunition in Hila Gowari area of Gundna Block (administrative unit) in Doda District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 24, reports Daily Excelsior.As per Police, based on specific input
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Security Forces (SFs) busted a hideout and recovered arms and ammunition in Hila Gowari area of Gundna Block (administrative unit) in Doda District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 24, reports Daily Excelsior.As per Police, based on specific inputs, the troops of 10 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) and Special Operation Group (SOG) of Doda Police busted a natural hideout in Hila Gowari area of Gundna, and recovered one AK-90 rifle, one AK 56 rifle, two magazines, one Chinese pistol, one pistol magazine, 3 Chinese grenades and 570 live cartridges of ÀK 47 from the hideout.
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April - 24 
Security Forces (SFs) killed two Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) militants in an encounter and rescued a Police constable the duo had abducted from his Kulgam residence earlier in the evening on April 24, in Anantnag District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), report
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Security Forces (SFs) killed two Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) militants in an encounter and rescued a Police constable the duo had abducted from his Kulgam residence earlier in the evening on April 24, in Anantnag District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports The Times of India. A Policeman was also injured in the exchange of fire. The encounter comes a day after another Police constable was abducted by militants from Shopian District and later rescued. Soon after abducting constable Sartaj Ahmed Itoo, posted with Indian Railways, from his home in Sheerpora area in Yaripora in Kulgam on Friday evening, the militants were taking him away in a car when the vehicle was intercepted by a joint team of SFs at a checkpoint in Kharpora in Arwani area in Bijbehara.“The policemen signalled them to stop. The abductors, however, opened fire at the security personnel and were killed after a brief gunfight, while the constable was rescued. A policeman also sustained injuries in the fire exchange,” Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kashmir range, Vijay Kumar, said. Police sources said the slain militants had recently joined the proscribed LeT outfit, and their identities are yet to be ascertained.
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April - 24 
The Andhra Odisha Border Special Zonal Committee (AOBSZC) of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) issued a statement on April 24 and called upon the people to join the struggle against the capitalistic forces in Andhra Pradesh, reports Th
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The Andhra Odisha Border Special Zonal Committee (AOBSZC) of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) issued a statement on April 24 and called upon the people to join the struggle against the capitalistic forces in Andhra Pradesh, reports The Hindu. The statement said, “Capitalism has turned out to be the cause of all the ills plaguing the world. It is leading to exploitation of the poor and oppressed sections of society.” It alleged that “The capitalists are fragmenting the world and sharing the spoils based on their respective power. The capitalist industries are exploiting the natural resources such as timber, coal, gold, iron and bauxite in the backward countries. They are driving out the poor from their lands and forcing them to lead miserable lives in the slums in cities.” The Maoist statement further said, “India is also being influenced by the capitalist policies, and the Modi government, in its second stint, is following a pro-capitalist and anti-poor agenda. State governments such as Chhattisgarh and Odisha are competing with each other to please the capitalists by signing MoUs with them.”
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April - 24 
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) has decided to keep its eight Battalions comprising 8,000 troops in Chhattisgarh for anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] operations permanently on the lines of the Indian Army’s Rashtriya Rifles (RR) deployed i
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The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) has decided to keep its eight Battalions comprising 8,000 troops in Chhattisgarh for anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] operations permanently on the lines of the Indian Army’s Rashtriya Rifles (RR) deployed in Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) on a fixed basis, reports The Pioneer on April 25. As per the report, the ITBP troops were rotated every three years from the Naxal theatre and the latest move is aimed at bolstering operations against the Left-Wing Extremists in Chhattisgarh, the worst Naxal-affected State. “The move to deploy Battalions permanently as against rotational basis in Chhattisgarh will strengthen the anti-Naxal security grid as the troops will not only have a good grasp of the insurgency dynamics but also a better intelligence network,” an official said.
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April - 24 
Two Dimasa National Liberation Army (DNLA) militants were killed in an encounter on April 24 at Dugudisa Reserve forest in Dhansiri area of Karbi Anglong District, reports Nagaland Post. An AK rifle, one M-16 Rifle and ammunition were recovered from
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Two Dimasa National Liberation Army (DNLA) militants were killed in an encounter on April 24 at Dugudisa Reserve forest in Dhansiri area of Karbi Anglong District, reports Nagaland Post. An AK rifle, one M-16 Rifle and ammunition were recovered from the encounter site. The Week adds that though DNLA is supplied with weapons by National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and NSCN-Khaplang (NSCN-K).
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April - 24 
President Bidya Devi Bhandari on April 24 repealed controversial ordinances the Constitutional Council Act and the Political Party Act at the recommendation of the Council of Ministers, reports Republica. After criticism from all quarters, the Govern
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President Bidya Devi Bhandari on April 24 repealed controversial ordinances the Constitutional Council Act and the Political Party Act at the recommendation of the Council of Ministers, reports Republica. After criticism from all quarters, the Government decided to withdraw those ordinances. A meeting of the Cabinet held at the Prime Minister's official residence in Baluwatar took a decision to this effect. The first ordinance introduced by the government was an amendment on the provisions in the Political Party Act to make it easy for parties to split, while the second ordinance made it possible to convene a meeting of the Constitutional Council even without the participation of the main opposition party leader. The Constitutional Council, headed by the Prime Minister, makes constitutional appointments.
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April - 24 
Human Rights Watch (HRW), expressing concerns over Sri Lanka’s due process in recent arrests of Muslims said Sri Lankan authorities should uphold due process rights and ensure that recently detained Muslim figures have proper access to lawyers, repor
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Human Rights Watch (HRW), expressing concerns over Sri Lanka’s due process in recent arrests of Muslims said Sri Lankan authorities should uphold due process rights and ensure that recently detained Muslim figures have proper access to lawyers, reports Colombo Page.“Sri Lankan authorities have a responsibility to prosecute those responsible for the horrific Easter Sunday attacks last year, but the arrests should be lawful, and not used to vilify an entire community.The recent arrests of well-known Muslims, combined with biased government actions and rising anti-Muslim hate speech, raise concerns for the broader safety of the Muslim community,” said Meenakshi Ganguly, South Asia director. On April 14 the authorities arrested Hejaaz Hizbullah, a prominent lawyer, apparently under the draconian Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA). He was one of six people, including the brother of a former Minister and a customs official, whom Police recently detained for their alleged involvement in the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings. Ramzy Razeek, a retired Government official who has a following on Facebook, was arrested on April 9 after decrying religious discrimination in a social media post.
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April - 24 
According to members of the private sector and the provincial council, a key highway that connects the city of Herat with the border town of Islam Qala remains unsafe for passengers, government officials and commercial trucks due to the presence of m
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According to members of the private sector and the provincial council, a key highway that connects the city of Herat with the border town of Islam Qala remains unsafe for passengers, government officials and commercial trucks due to the presence of militants and armed robbers along parts of it, reports Tolo News on April 25.
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April - 25 
Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an exchange of fire with Security Forces (SFs) in Damankonta forest along Tongpal and Puspal Police Stations limits in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on April 25, reports The Pio
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Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed in an exchange of fire with Security Forces (SFs) in Damankonta forest along Tongpal and Puspal Police Stations limits in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on April 25, reports The Pioneer. As per the report, on receiving specific inputs about the presence of the Maoists in the forest, a team of SFs led by Tongpal Station House Officer (SHO) Vijay Patel had launched an operation. As the team was advancing in the forest, a gun-battle broke out between the two sides in which two Maoists were killed. While the dead body of one Maoist, identified as Mahadev, the ‘section commander’ of CPI-Maoist's ‘platoon number 31’ who carried a cash reward of INR 300,000 on his head was recovered on April 25, the slain body of another unidentified Maoist was recovered on April 26. The SFs also recovered a 315-bore rifle, ammunition, explosives, and items of daily use from the encounter site.
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April - 25 
Around 300 terrorists reported to be waiting across the Line of Control (LoC) in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) to sneak into Kashmir Valley, reports Daily Excelsior on April 26. Lt Gen B S Raju, General Officer Command (GOC) of the XV corps in Kash
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Around 300 terrorists reported to be waiting across the Line of Control (LoC) in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) to sneak into Kashmir Valley, reports Daily Excelsior on April 26. Lt Gen B S Raju, General Officer Command (GOC) of the XV corps in Kashmir, has also asked his formations to take adequate precautions during patrolling along the LoC in view of the coronavirus outbreak with the possibility of the infiltrating terrorists having infection not being ruled out. The field intelligence units of the Army coupled with inputs comprising HUMINT (human intelligence) and TECHINT (technical intelligence) indicate that around 300 terrorists, mainly of the banned Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), are waiting across the border to sneak in, officials said, citing reports from Srinagar collated in the national capital. As many as 16 launch pads along the LoC had been activated in the recent weeks by the Pakistan Army and its external snooping agency ISI which included those located in difficult terrains like Nowshera and Chhamb from where the terrorists are known to enter the Gulmarg area of north Kashmir. The Indian Army is taking steps to re-calibrate its Counter Infiltration Grid (CIG) and counter-insurgency strategies to check the intrusion. Officials said a heavy concentration of terrorists was witnessed across Leepa valley, Athmuqam and Dudniyal, the same area in higher reaches in Keran sector in Kupwara District where a group of five terrorists had infiltrated on April 1 and who were subsequently killed on April 5. Five army personnel also lost their lives in the gunfight. The launch pads like Dumail, Sardari and Dhakki, which are normally activated in late summer, had also witnessed the presence of terror groups this time, the officials said. Among other launch pads that had seen presence of terrorists included Shardi, Neelum valley, Nowshera and even Chakoti, Khoja bandi and Haji Peer.
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April - 25 
Punjab Police arrested a militant of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), identified as Hilal Ahmed Wagay, a resident of Nowgam under Avantipura Police Station limits in Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), from Amritsar District of Punjab on April 25, r
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Punjab Police arrested a militant of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), identified as Hilal Ahmed Wagay, a resident of Nowgam under Avantipura Police Station limits in Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), from Amritsar District of Punjab on April 25, reports The Tribune. The Police recovered Indian currency worth INR 2.9 million from his possession. According to the Director General of Police (DGP) Dinkar Gupta, Wagay was arrested by the Amritsar Police team near Metro Mart in the District. Preliminary investigations revealed that he was sent by Kashmir valley chief of HM, Riyaz Ahmed Naiku, for collecting money from an unidentified person near Metro Mart in Amritsar in a truck, the DGP said adding that the money was delivered to him by an unknown person, who came on a two-wheeler while the person accompanying Wagay in the truck was identified as Rayees Ahmed, a resident of Bijbehara in Anantnag District of J&K.
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April - 25 
A Taliban roadside bomb exploded killing a child and injuring another civilian in Almar District of Faryab Province, reports The Khaama Press on April 26.
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A Taliban roadside bomb exploded killing a child and injuring another civilian in Almar District of Faryab Province, reports The Khaama Press on April 26.
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April - 25 
Afghan Security Forces (SFs), in air and ground attacks, killed 11 Taliban militants in BattiKoot, Khogyani and Laal Poor Districts of Nangarhar Province in Afghanistan within the last 24 hours, reports bhaktarnews.com on April 26.
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Afghan Security Forces (SFs), in air and ground attacks, killed 11 Taliban militants in BattiKoot, Khogyani and Laal Poor Districts of Nangarhar Province in Afghanistan within the last 24 hours, reports bhaktarnews.com on April 26.
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April - 25 
Six Taliban militants were killed and three others were wounded during clashes with Afghan Security Forces in Helmand Province on April 25, reports bhaktarnews.com.
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Six Taliban militants were killed and three others were wounded during clashes with Afghan Security Forces in Helmand Province on April 25, reports bhaktarnews.com.
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April - 25 
Taliban militants, in an attack, killed at least seven Afghan Security Force personnel in Barak-e-Barak District of Logar Province on April 25, reports Tolo News.
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Taliban militants, in an attack, killed at least seven Afghan Security Force personnel in Barak-e-Barak District of Logar Province on April 25, reports Tolo News.
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April - 25 
The Chief Executive of Jamiat-e-Islami party of Afghanistan, Atta Mohammad Noor, has raised questions about the consequences of presidential inauguration of Abdullah Abdullah, reports The Khaama Press on April 26. Noor posted a graphic work in his of
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The Chief Executive of Jamiat-e-Islami party of Afghanistan, Atta Mohammad Noor, has raised questions about the consequences of presidential inauguration of Abdullah Abdullah, reports The Khaama Press on April 26. Noor posted a graphic work in his official social media account earlier today which consists of a statement and Dr. Abdullah’s photograph taken from his presidential inauguration in which he kisses the holy Quran. The statement states that ‘Nader Khan signed in holy Quran and sweared, killed Amir Habibullah Khan Kalani and some of his accomplices. Till date, the people call him (Nader Khan) a traitor.’ The statement further added that ‘Presidential inauguration and oath taking took place with the kissing of Quran in the presence of a large gathering of elites; I do not know what would the consequences be? What should we address him?’
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April - 25 
The National Security Council (NSC) Javid Faisal on April 25 said that the Taliban killed 789 civilians after their peace pact with the United States in Doha on February 29, reports Pajhwok.
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The National Security Council (NSC) Javid Faisal on April 25 said that the Taliban killed 789 civilians after their peace pact with the United States in Doha on February 29, reports Pajhwok.
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April - 25 
The Taliban militants shot dead a 70-year-old man in Sufi Qala Village of Qaisar District in Faryab Province, reports The Khaama Press on April 26.
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The Taliban militants shot dead a 70-year-old man in Sufi Qala Village of Qaisar District in Faryab Province, reports The Khaama Press on April 26.
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April - 25 
The United States special envoy for Afghanistan Zalmay Khalilzad in a tweet urged the Taliban to call a humanitarian ceasefire during Ramadan month, reports Tolo News on April 26.“...Ramadan offers the Taliban an opportunity to embrace a humanitarian
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The United States special envoy for Afghanistan Zalmay Khalilzad in a tweet urged the Taliban to call a humanitarian ceasefire during Ramadan month, reports Tolo News on April 26.“...Ramadan offers the Taliban an opportunity to embrace a humanitarian ceasefire to reduce violence and suspend offensive military operations until the health crisis is over,” Khalilzad tweeted. “Both sides must also accelerate the release of prisoners. The war on COVID-19 makes it urgent and will also aid the peace process including getting intra-Afghan negotiations underway,” he said.
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April - 25 
United States special envoy Zalmay Khalilzad on Saturday welcomed North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO)’s statement on key next steps that are necessary for peace and stability in Afghanistan, reports Bhaktar News on April 26. Zalmay Khalilzad tw
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United States special envoy Zalmay Khalilzad on Saturday welcomed North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO)’s statement on key next steps that are necessary for peace and stability in Afghanistan, reports Bhaktar News on April 26. Zalmay Khalilzad tweeted, “They reiterated the need for a humanitarian ceasefire to help manage the COVID-19 outbreak, urged the Taliban to reduce violence, called on the Afghan Government to end the political crisis, and said all sides should move more quickly on prisoner releases.” He further wrote, “How urgently and with what conviction the sides respond to these steps will determine whether Afghanistan moves forward or remains mired in war, poverty and disease.”
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April - 26 
At least four militants of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) were killed in an encounter at Guddar in Devsar area in Kulgam District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) late on April 26, reports Daily Excelsior. Inspector General of Police (IGP), Vijay Kumar, told that
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At least four militants of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) were killed in an encounter at Guddar in Devsar area in Kulgam District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) late on April 26, reports Daily Excelsior. Inspector General of Police (IGP), Vijay Kumar, told that the operation against a group of at least five militants was launched by the Security Forces (SFs) including 9 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) of Army, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Kulgam Police at Asthal village of Kulgam. He said that four militants were killed so far and the gun battle was on. The identification of the killed militants is being ascertained. The militants were in a School building outside the village when the SFs launched an operation against them. The militants when cornered fired at the troops who retaliated leading to a gun battle in which the four militants were killed.
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April - 26 
On April 26, Security Forces (SFs) busted a temporary hideout of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) in Longting in Mon District of Nagaland, tweets Eastern Army Command.
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On April 26, Security Forces (SFs) busted a temporary hideout of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) in Longting in Mon District of Nagaland, tweets Eastern Army Command.
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April - 26 
The Border Security Force (BSF) personnel arrested a Pakistani intruder, identified as Shabaz (30), a resident of Pindi village in Kasur District in Punjab province of Pakistan, from the Hussainiwala India-Pakistan retreat ceremony area in Ferozepur
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The Border Security Force (BSF) personnel arrested a Pakistani intruder, identified as Shabaz (30), a resident of Pindi village in Kasur District in Punjab province of Pakistan, from the Hussainiwala India-Pakistan retreat ceremony area in Ferozepur sector in Ferozepur District along the International Border (IB) in Punjab on April 26, reports The New Indian Express. Six face masks, few empty plastic bottles, and a matchstick have been recovered from the possession of the intruder.
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April - 26 
The Border Security Force (BSF) personnel shot dead an unidentified Pakistani intruder at Bhindi Saida village in Amritsar District along the Indo-Pak border in Punjab after he ignored repeated warnings given by the BSF personnel on April 26, reports
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The Border Security Force (BSF) personnel shot dead an unidentified Pakistani intruder at Bhindi Saida village in Amritsar District along the Indo-Pak border in Punjab after he ignored repeated warnings given by the BSF personnel on April 26, reports The Tribune. According to the officials, a BSF patrol team noticed some suspicious movements at the said village near the border. Following this, the personnel found a person entering the Indian territory from across the border and warned him repeatedly to stop, but he continued marching towards them. The BSF personnel then opened fire and shot him dead.
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April - 26 
The ongoing lockdown amid coronavirus pandemic has hit the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Andhra Pradesh hard as the usual supply route for procuring their regular ration through the interior villages in the Andhra Odisha Bord
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The ongoing lockdown amid coronavirus pandemic has hit the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Andhra Pradesh hard as the usual supply route for procuring their regular ration through the interior villages in the Andhra Odisha Border (AOB) region have been sealed, reports The Hindu on April 27. As per the report, ever since the lockdown has come into force a number of interior villages in the AOB region have been using innovative means to restrict the entry of outsiders and prevent local residents from venturing out, except for the purchase or collection of essentials. The Superintendent of Police (SP) Attada Babujee said, recently, some Maoists tried to enter a village but were stopped by the residents at the entry point. Because of this, the supply of rations, vegetables and livestock were affected, hitting the Left-Wing Extremists (LWEs). Moreover, the lockdown has also hit the revenue flow of the Maoists. Their main sources of income are collections from contractors, weekly shandies and smuggling of ganja. All the three have come to a standstill and sources in the intelligence wing indicate that revenue flow to the LWE have been seriously affected. As per the sources, “They are now relying on their stashed cash dumps and buying essentials from the grey market on the Odisha side.”
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April - 26 
Two National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) Yung Aung faction militants were arrested near Yoching in Mon District in Nagaland, reports Morung Express. The arrestees were identified as ‘sergeant’ Kabato Sema and ‘sergeant’ Lokivi Sem
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Two National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) Yung Aung faction militants were arrested near Yoching in Mon District in Nagaland, reports Morung Express. The arrestees were identified as ‘sergeant’ Kabato Sema and ‘sergeant’ Lokivi Sema. A pistol, 10 rounds of ammunition and INR 25,000 were recovered from the arrestees.
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April - 26 
Nine militants and two soldiers killed while five other soldiers sustained injuries during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Khaisura and Dossali areas of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 26, reports Daily Times. Accord
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Nine militants and two soldiers killed while five other soldiers sustained injuries during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Khaisura and Dossali areas of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 26, reports Daily Times. According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Security Forces (SFs) conducted an IBO on credible information about the presence of terrorists in Khaisura and Dossali areas. ISPR further said that during the exchange of fire, nine militants were killed, and one arrested, however, two soldiers embraced martyrdom and at least five soldiers sustained injuries. A cache of arms and ammunitions were recovered during the search of the area.
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April - 26 
The Supreme Court (SC) on April 26 rejected the Government’s request to review its verdict on a case of transitional justice, reports Republica. A five-member bench of justices Deepak Kumar Karki, Meera Khadka, Bishwambhar Shreshta, Ishwar Prasad Kh
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The Supreme Court (SC) on April 26 rejected the Government’s request to review its verdict on a case of transitional justice, reports Republica. A five-member bench of justices Deepak Kumar Karki, Meera Khadka, Bishwambhar Shreshta, Ishwar Prasad Khatiwada and Ananda Mohan Bhattarai refused to reopen the case. The full bench finally closed the door for reviewing the apex court verdict which was issued some two years ago following intense hearings on a case filed against the Government by Suman Adhikari. Deciding the Suman Adhikari Vs Nepal Government case, the apex court had refused to grant general amnesty to those accused of heinous crimes such as rape and murder and other serious human rights abuses.
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April - 26 
Afghan Security Forces (SFs), in air and ground attacks, killed 11 Taliban militants in BattiKoot, Khogyani and Laal Poor Districts of Nangarhar Province in Afghanistan within the last 24 hours, reports bhaktarnews.com on April 26.
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Afghan Security Forces (SFs), in air and ground attacks, killed 11 Taliban militants in BattiKoot, Khogyani and Laal Poor Districts of Nangarhar Province in Afghanistan within the last 24 hours, reports bhaktarnews.com on April 26.
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April - 26 
Afghan Security Forces killed six Taliban militants, during clashes, in relevant areas of Khakriz and Maiwand Districts in Kandahar Province, the last 24 hours, reports BhaktarNews on April 27.
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Afghan Security Forces killed six Taliban militants, during clashes, in relevant areas of Khakriz and Maiwand Districts in Kandahar Province, the last 24 hours, reports BhaktarNews on April 27.
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April - 26 
Taliban militants destroyed a transmission tower in Mir Bacha Kot area of capital Kabul city of Kabul Province resulting in disruption of the supply of electricity to the capital, reports The Khaama Press on April 27.
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Taliban militants destroyed a transmission tower in Mir Bacha Kot area of capital Kabul city of Kabul Province resulting in disruption of the supply of electricity to the capital, reports The Khaama Press on April 27.
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April - 26 
Taliban militants killed a rickshaw driver, Niaz Mohammad,in Ali Shang District of the Laghman Province on April 26, reports Tolo News.
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Taliban militants killed a rickshaw driver, Niaz Mohammad,in Ali Shang District of the Laghman Province on April 26, reports Tolo News.
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April - 26 
The Taliban claimed that the interests of the Kabul administration, Afghan Government, lies with the continuation of war, reports The Khaama Press on April 27. “A number of organizations, sides and Kabul administration officials have in recent days r
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The Taliban claimed that the interests of the Kabul administration, Afghan Government, lies with the continuation of war, reports The Khaama Press on April 27. “A number of organizations, sides and Kabul administration officials have in recent days repeatedly called upon the Islamic Emirate to either declare a ceasefire or a reduction in violence,” the group said in a statement. Taliban statement further added that “The Islamic Emirate would like to make clear to both our compatriots and the world that we have executed our responsibilities regarding peace and end of hostilities. All are witnesses that the agreement signed by the Islamic Emirate with the United States was to lay a roadmap to finding a peaceful resolution to the nineteen-year conflict.”
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April - 26 
The Taliban militants fired a mortar killed or injured at least 11 civilians including many children in Kohi Village of Qaisar District in Faryab Province, which, reports The Khaama Press.
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The Taliban militants fired a mortar killed or injured at least 11 civilians including many children in Kohi Village of Qaisar District in Faryab Province, which, reports The Khaama Press.
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April - 26 
The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) released its latest report regarding the civilian casualties in Afghanistan which were inflicted in the first quarter of 2020, reports The Khaama Press on April 27. “The UN Assistance Missi
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The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) released its latest report regarding the civilian casualties in Afghanistan which were inflicted in the first quarter of 2020, reports The Khaama Press on April 27. “The UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) documented a total of 1,293 civilian casualties (533 killed and 760 injured) in Afghanistan during the first three months of the year, underscoring the heavy toll the conflict continues to inflict on the civilian population,” UNAMA said in a statement. The report further added that the anti-Government Elements (AGEs) continued to be responsible for the majority of civilian casualties – 55 per cent – during the first quarter, causing 710 civilian casualties (282 killed and 428 injured). “UNAMA attributed 39 per cent to the Taliban, 13 per cent to Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant–Khorasan Province (ISIL-KP) and the remainder to undetermined AGEs.” The number of civilian deaths attributed to AGEs – particularly the Taliban – increased by 22 per cent in the first quarter of 2020 as compared to the same period in 2019, mainly due to an increase in targeted killings and summary executions, UNAMA added.
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April - 26 
United States (US) President Donald Trump has pushed his military and national security advisers in recent days to pull all US troops out of Afghanistan amid concerns about a major coronavirus outbreak in the country, reports Tolo News on April 27. T
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United States (US) President Donald Trump has pushed his military and national security advisers in recent days to pull all US troops out of Afghanistan amid concerns about a major coronavirus outbreak in the country, reports Tolo News on April 27. The report is based onNBC, the newspaper was quoting two current and one former senior US official in this regard. According to these officials, Trump complains almost daily that US troops are still in Afghanistan and are now vulnerable to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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April - 27 
Governor’s Rule has been imposed in the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) in Assam after term of the General Council of BTC expired on April 27, reports Assam Tribune. The election of BTC scheduled for April 4 was earlier deferred an account of CO
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Governor’s Rule has been imposed in the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) in Assam after term of the General Council of BTC expired on April 27, reports Assam Tribune. The election of BTC scheduled for April 4 was earlier deferred an account of COVID-19. A notification stated that Governor “may appoint a person or authority to discharge the functions and powers of the BTC, including the functions and power exercised by the Executive Committee, Chief Executive Member, Deputy Chief Executive member, Speaker, Deputy Speaker and Executive Members.”
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April - 27 
Pakistan troops violated CeaseFire Agreement (CFA) and resorted to mortar shelling and small firing in forward areas along the Line of Control (LoC) in Mankote sector in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) late on April 27, reports The Times o
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Pakistan troops violated CeaseFire Agreement (CFA) and resorted to mortar shelling and small firing in forward areas along the Line of Control (LoC) in Mankote sector in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) late on April 27, reports The Times of India. A defence spokesperson said, the Pakistani troops initiated unprovoked firing at 7:15 pm in Mankote sector, to which the Indian Army retaliated resulting in exchanges, which stopped at 8pm. However, there were no reports of any casualties in the violation.
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April - 27 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on April 27 filed a charge sheet in the Ernakulam District NIA Special Court against three accused in connection with the Kozhikode Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) case, reports The New Indian Expr
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on April 27 filed a charge sheet in the Ernakulam District NIA Special Court against three accused in connection with the Kozhikode Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) case, reports The New Indian Express. The charge sheet was filed against Allan Shuaib (20) and Thwaha Fasal (24) arrested in connection with the case and an absconding accused, C.P. Usman (40). The trio has been charged under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) Section 120B (punishment of criminal conspiracy) and provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The case was originally registered on November 1, 2019, at Pantheerankavu Police Station, Kozhikode after the duo was arrested with documents and propaganda material allegedly supporting CPI-Maoist, while they were conducting a meeting with Usman, who managed to escape. The case was re-registered by the NIA Kochi unit later. The NIA said the investigation has revealed that “the arrested accused and the absconding accused are members of the proscribed terrorist organization, CPI-Maoist and that they had conducted secret meetings as well as committed certain unlawful activities for furthering the terrorist cause of CPI-Maoist in Kerala.”
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April - 27 
Two National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Reformation (NSCN-R) militants were arrested from Ramgaizang and Chamtila in Cachar District of Assam on April 27, reports Northeast Now. The arrestees were identified as David Jeme and Insalung. A pistol an
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Two National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Reformation (NSCN-R) militants were arrested from Ramgaizang and Chamtila in Cachar District of Assam on April 27, reports Northeast Now. The arrestees were identified as David Jeme and Insalung. A pistol and ammunition along with five detonators were recovered from the arrestees.
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April - 27 
A woman was killed and a minor girl was wounded on April 27in cross border firing along the Line of Control (LoC), reports Pakistan Today. According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Indian forces once again violated the ceasefire agreement
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A woman was killed and a minor girl was wounded on April 27in cross border firing along the Line of Control (LoC), reports Pakistan Today. According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Indian forces once again violated the ceasefire agreement and deliberately targeted the civilian population at Jandrot and Khuiratta sectors along LoC.
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April - 27 
Afghan Security Forces killed a suspected Taliban militant and three others were injured, during a clash in the 17th district of Kabul city in Kabul Province, reports The Khaama Press on April 28. The security forces recovered an Ak-47 assault rifle
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Afghan Security Forces killed a suspected Taliban militant and three others were injured, during a clash in the 17th district of Kabul city in Kabul Province, reports The Khaama Press on April 28. The security forces recovered an Ak-47 assault rifle and 5 ammunition magazines.
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April - 27 
Afghan Security Forces killed eight Taliban militants in Zabul Province on April 27, reports BhaktarNews.
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Afghan Security Forces killed eight Taliban militants in Zabul Province on April 27, reports BhaktarNews.
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April - 27 
More than 10 Taliban militants were killed by Afghan Security Forces, when militants attacked checkpoints in relevant areas of Chahardara and Imam Sahib Districts of Kunduz province on April 27, reports BhaktarNews.
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More than 10 Taliban militants were killed by Afghan Security Forces, when militants attacked checkpoints in relevant areas of Chahardara and Imam Sahib Districts of Kunduz province on April 27, reports BhaktarNews.
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April - 27 
On April 27, Taliban killed four Afghan National Police personnel in the city of Gardez, the center of Paktia Province, reports Tolo News.
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On April 27, Taliban killed four Afghan National Police personnel in the city of Gardez, the center of Paktia Province, reports Tolo News.
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April - 27 
The Afghan Security Forces, conducted multiple operations, and recovered ammunitions in Kalakan District of Kabul Province, reports The Khaama Press on April 28. The ammunitions recovered include least 30 rounds of BM-1 rockets, 82 mm artillery round
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The Afghan Security Forces, conducted multiple operations, and recovered ammunitions in Kalakan District of Kabul Province, reports The Khaama Press on April 28. The ammunitions recovered include least 30 rounds of BM-1 rockets, 82 mm artillery rounds and 82 mm mortar rounds.
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April - 27 
The Taliban group has for the first time appointed a Shia (Shi’ite), Hazara Mawlavi Mahdi, as the shadow district chief of Sar-e Pul province, reports The Khaama Press on April 28.
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The Taliban group has for the first time appointed a Shia (Shi’ite), Hazara Mawlavi Mahdi, as the shadow district chief of Sar-e Pul province, reports The Khaama Press on April 28.
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April - 27 
The United States condemned the recent attacks on transmission towers which disrupted the supply of electricity to Kabul, reports The Khaama Press on April 28. “Afghans face enough challenges from COVID-19 without armed militants destroying transmiss
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The United States condemned the recent attacks on transmission towers which disrupted the supply of electricity to Kabul, reports The Khaama Press on April 28. “Afghans face enough challenges from COVID-19 without armed militants destroying transmission towers and disrupting electricity to hospitals & homes in Kabul. I strongly condemn recent attacks on infrastructure in Afghanistan. Afghans must come together to fight COVID-19,” Alice Wells, the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs said in a Twitter post.
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April - 28 
In a joint operation by Security Forces (SFs) comprising troops of District Reserve Guard (DRG) and Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) unit of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) busted a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) camp
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In a joint operation by Security Forces (SFs) comprising troops of District Reserve Guard (DRG) and Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) unit of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) busted a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) camp in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh on April 28, reports ANI. During the operation, the SFs also recovered arms and ammunition from the camp.
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Two militants of Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGH), an outfit with links to Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), were killed in an operation by Security Forces (SFs) in Shopian District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 28-29, reports Daily Excelsior.The first milita
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Two militants of Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGH), an outfit with links to Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), were killed in an operation by Security Forces (SFs) in Shopian District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 28-29, reports Daily Excelsior.The first militant was killed on April 28, when an encounter broke out between the militants and the SFs at Melhora in Zainapora area in the District, while the other militant was killed early on April 29 (today) in the same area. On a specific input about the presence of militants in the village, SFs including 55 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) of Army and Shopian Police launched a Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) and had trapped Burhan Koka, the ‘chief commander’ of AGH, and his two associates in Melhora village in the District. The hiding militants fired upon the troops leading to a gun battle in which two militants have been killed in the encounter so far.The intermittent firing was going on and a woman was injured in the gun battle. A soldier was also injured in the gun battle.
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April - 28 
Four militants were killed in an exchange of fire with Security Forces (SFs) during an operation in the Prom area of Panjgur District in Balochistan on April 28, reports The Express Tribune.Official sources said the SFs on an intelligence report abou
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Four militants were killed in an exchange of fire with Security Forces (SFs) during an operation in the Prom area of Panjgur District in Balochistan on April 28, reports The Express Tribune.Official sources said the SFs on an intelligence report about the presence of wanted militants conducted a search operation in Prom area during which militants hiding in a house opened fire.Heavy exchange of fire continued for at least two hours during which four militants, who were identified as Noor Ahmed, Muhammad Nawaz, Abdul Malik and Momin were killed on the spot.
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April - 28 
Commenting on the Easter Sunday attacks, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa on April 28 said that the objectives of a suicide attack go beyond just killing scores of people, reports Daily Mirror.He said that it is the endeavour of the Government to identif
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Commenting on the Easter Sunday attacks, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa on April 28 said that the objectives of a suicide attack go beyond just killing scores of people, reports Daily Mirror.He said that it is the endeavour of the Government to identify those who are behind the sinister motive.President Rajapaksa expressed these views at a meeting held with the MahaNayake of Kotte Sri Kalyani SamagriDhramaMaha Sanga Sabha, Most Ven. Dr. IththapanaDhammalankara Thera and His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith at the Presidential Secretariat. While inquiring about the progress of investigations on Easter Sunday attacks, Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith emphasized the need of identifying masterminds of these cowardly attacks.
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April - 28 
On April 28, three civilians and a suicide bomber were killed when the bomber blew himself in Reshkhor area of Chahar Asiab District of Kabul Province, reports Tolo News. No group has so far claimed responsibility for the attack.
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On April 28, three civilians and a suicide bomber were killed when the bomber blew himself in Reshkhor area of Chahar Asiab District of Kabul Province, reports Tolo News. No group has so far claimed responsibility for the attack.
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April - 28 
The Afghan Security Forces (SFs) on April 28 killed 13 Taliban militants when militants attacked the security posts in Shah Wali Kot District in Kandahar Province, reports The Khaama Press. SFs recovered an M-16 rifle, an Ak-47 rifle, an Rocket Prope
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The Afghan Security Forces (SFs) on April 28 killed 13 Taliban militants when militants attacked the security posts in Shah Wali Kot District in Kandahar Province, reports The Khaama Press. SFs recovered an M-16 rifle, an Ak-47 rifle, an Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG) launcher and two binoculars of the rifles during the operation.
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April - 28 
The Taliban group has claimed that 46 inmates have contracted the novel coronavirus in Afghan jails, warning that the group would avenge if its prisoners lose their lives due to the disease, reports The Khaama Press on April 29. “We had previously wa
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The Taliban group has claimed that 46 inmates have contracted the novel coronavirus in Afghan jails, warning that the group would avenge if its prisoners lose their lives due to the disease, reports The Khaama Press on April 29. “We had previously warned that the prisoner situation in the Kabul administration jails is dire as facilities are packed and there are widespread issues regarding food, drink and medicine availability therefore if the novel coronavirus were to enter these prisons, it could prove catastrophic,” the group said in a statement. The statement further added “Responsibility here falls squarely on the shoulders of the United States of America because if it had shown urgency in the implementation of the agreement, we could have made major progress in all facets including the release of prisoners and detainees would have been saved from this danger…The Kabul administration officials along with the supposed human right organizations and those raising humanitarian slogans all failed at taking this issue seriously and have pushed the situation to the brink,” the statement said. Taliban statement warned, “All sides must understand that if the prisoners of the Islamic Emirate are lost, each one will be asked about and revenge taken upon the cold-hearted enemy.”
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April - 28 
The United States (US) and North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) commander in Afghanistan, General Scott Miller, on April 28 reiterated that the Taliban should expect a response if they continue their attacks, referring to the increased Taliban-i
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The United States (US) and North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) commander in Afghanistan, General Scott Miller, on April 28 reiterated that the Taliban should expect a response if they continue their attacks, referring to the increased Taliban-initiated fighting against the Afghan forces, especially in the last four weeks, reports Tolo News. “If the Taliban continues attacks then what they should expect is a response,” General Miller said. “We need them to reduce the violence and with that reduction gives our political leadership on all sides an opportunity to determine the peaceful way forward.”
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April - 29 
A 38-year-old man Ali Mohammad Beigh (38) in Mohalla Beigh of Kralgund area in Handwara tehsil (revenue unit), was injured after militants barged into his house and shot him in Kupwara District of J&K on April 29, reports The Times of India. A joint
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A 38-year-old man Ali Mohammad Beigh (38) in Mohalla Beigh of Kralgund area in Handwara tehsil (revenue unit), was injured after militants barged into his house and shot him in Kupwara District of J&K on April 29, reports The Times of India. A joint team of Police, Special Operation Group (SOG) and Army launched a search in the area for the attackers shortly afterwards, a Police officer said.
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April - 29 
A woman cadre of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Ranai, was killed while two Security Forces (SFs) were injured in an exchange of fire with the SFs near Karemetta Police camp under Chhote Donger Police Station limits of Na
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A woman cadre of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), identified as Ranai, was killed while two Security Forces (SFs) were injured in an exchange of fire with the SFs near Karemetta Police camp under Chhote Donger Police Station limits of Narayanpur District in Chhattisgarh on April 29, reports The Pioneer. As per the Police Officials, Ranai was an ‘area committee member’, and in-charge of the East Bastar division supply team. She was an active cadre of the East Bastar division since 2007 and was believed to be involved in more than a dozen of Maoist attacks in the Narayanpur area. According to the Superintendent of Police (SP) Mohit Garg, a joint team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and Chhattisgarh Armed Force (CAF) was out on a counter-insurgency operation in the area. When the patrolling team was cordoning off the forest near the said Police camp, the Maoists who had laid an ambush, detonated IEDs (Improvised Explosive Devices), and opened fire at the SFs, leading to the gun-battle. “Two security personnel, one belonging to the DRG and the other from the CAF, sustained injuries in the incident,” said the SP adding that after the guns fell silent, the body of a woman Maoist and two rifles were recovered from the spot.
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April - 29 
Four security personnel, including a Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) Sub-Inspector (SI), two constables of the paramilitary force and a J&K Police were injured in a grenade attack in Nowhatta chowk in Srinagar downtown area in Srinagar District of J&K Apri
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Four security personnel, including a Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) Sub-Inspector (SI), two constables of the paramilitary force and a J&K Police were injured in a grenade attack in Nowhatta chowk in Srinagar downtown area in Srinagar District of J&K April 29, reports The Times of India. Around 9.10pm, militants lobbed a hand grenade targeting a joint team of SSB’s 55th Corps and J&K Police stationed at the checkpoint in Nowhatta chowk. In the explosion, three SSB personnel — SI Anurag Rao, head constable Sananta Kumar and constable Durgesh — and one J&K Police constable, Abdul Majeed, sustained splinter injuries, an SSB officer said.
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April - 29 
On April 29, Pakistani troops targeted defence posts in Nowshera sector of Rajouri district, reports Daily Excelsior. An Army soldier was injured in Pakistan army’s sniper firing.
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On April 29, Pakistani troops targeted defence posts in Nowshera sector of Rajouri district, reports Daily Excelsior. An Army soldier was injured in Pakistan army’s sniper firing.
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April - 29 
Pakistani troops resorted to unprovoked shelling violating Cease Fire Agreement (CFA) on forward posts and villages along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 29, reports Daily Excelsior. A defence spokespe
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Pakistani troops resorted to unprovoked shelling violating Cease Fire Agreement (CFA) on forward posts and villages along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 29, reports Daily Excelsior. A defence spokesperson said, the Pakistani troops initiated small arms firing and mortar shelling around 5.15 pm in Shahpur and Kirni sectors of Poonch. However, there was no report of any casualty.
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April - 29 
The death toll in the encounter at Melhora in Zainapora area in Shopian District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 28-29, rises to three with the killing of Burhan Majid Koka, the ‘chief commander’ of Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGH), an outfit with lin
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The death toll in the encounter at Melhora in Zainapora area in Shopian District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 28-29, rises to three with the killing of Burhan Majid Koka, the ‘chief commander’ of Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGH), an outfit with links to Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), on April 29, reports Daily Excelsior. An Army officer, two soldiers and two civilians including a woman were also injured as the gunfight which broke out at Melhora area of Shopian District that ended today (April 29).Inspector General of Police (IGP), Vijay Kumar, told that killing of the AGH chief, Burhan Majid Koka, is a major success for the Security Forces (SFs) as the entire group has almost been wiped out with only 3-4 cadre left in South Kashmir. The IGP said that Koka was involved in the attacks on the SFs, killing of civilians and recruitment of local youth into militancy for last few years. He said that Koka, a resident of Melhora in Shopian District, joined Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) outfit in May 2018 and later shifted to AGH. Earlier, South Asia Terrorism Portal (SATP) had reported that his two associates Nisar Ahmad Bhat of Arwani Bijbehara and Bilal Ahmad Khan alias Umar of Sangoo Narbal in Pulwama District were also killed in the encounter on April 28.
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April - 29 
At least two civilians and one Army personnel were killed and two others injured in cross border firing along the Line of Control (LoC), reportsThe Express Tribune. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said the Indian forces resorted to unprov
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At least two civilians and one Army personnel were killed and two others injured in cross border firing along the Line of Control (LoC), reportsThe Express Tribune. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said the Indian forces resorted to unprovoked firing at Kailer and Rakhchakri sectors.In the Kailer sector, Indian troops targeted Pakistan Army posts with automatic and heavy weapons. During the exchange of fire, Army Naik Ali Baz (34) was martyred. Further, in the Rakhchakri sector, the Indian armed forces targeted the civilian population, said the ISPR statement, adding that the dead included a 16-year-old girl and 52-year-old woman.Two civilians, a 10-year-old boy and 55-year-old woman were injured due to the indiscriminate firing in the Kirni village.
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April - 29 
No member of the Ahmadiyya community has been appointed to the minority commission, Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Inter-faith HarmonyNoorulHaqQadriclarified on April 30, reports Samaa TV.He said no member of any sect will be included til
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No member of the Ahmadiyya community has been appointed to the minority commission, Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Inter-faith HarmonyNoorulHaqQadriclarified on April 30, reports Samaa TV.He said no member of any sect will be included till they accept the Constitution. Qadri was responding to news that the Cabinet has decided to include an Ahmadi representative as a non-Muslim member in the commission. Ahmadis were declared non-Muslims in 1974.Pakistan’s Constitution is supreme and the government won’t allow any unlawful appointment to occur, he added.“We strongly believe in the finality of the prophethood and will never compromise on it,” Qadri said.On February 20, the Supreme Court had ordered the Government to form a national council to protect the rights and places of worship of minorities.
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April - 29 
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s offer to make Madhav Kumar Nepal the third Co-chairman of the Nepal Communist Party (NCP) and Bamdev Gautam the new Prime Minister has created ripples in the party, reports The Himalayan Times on April 30. But it is not
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Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s offer to make Madhav Kumar Nepal the third Co-chairman of the Nepal Communist Party (NCP) and Bamdev Gautam the new Prime Minister has created ripples in the party, reports The Himalayan Times on April 30. But it is not yet clear whether the Prime Minister, who made the offer in a bid to end the bonhomie between Co-chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal and senior leader Madhav Kumar Nepal, will succeed.The Dahal and Nepal factions have been pressuring the Prime Minister to quit at least one post — party Co-chairman or the Prime Minister. Standing Committee member Raghuji Pant, who is close to Nepal, told that Nepal was not keen on Oli’s offer to make him the third chair, as its sole motive was to expose and weaken him.Pant said the Prime Minister’s offer was only a bid to weaken the Dahal and Nepal factions that had sought his resignation from either the post of party Co-chairman or the Prime Minister. Oli has fallen into minority in the party’s Secretariat, Standing Committee and Central Committee after Nepal, Gautam and JhalanathKhanal sided with Dahal.
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April - 29 
Police in Balkh on April 29 said that Afghan forces undertook an anti-Taliban operation--named Shaheen-611 covering four Districts over the past two weeks, and stated that Afghan forces have cleared 17 villages of Taliban in Balkh’s Sholgara Distric
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Police in Balkh on April 29 said that Afghan forces undertook an anti-Taliban operation--named Shaheen-611 covering four Districts over the past two weeks, and stated that Afghan forces have cleared 17 villages of Taliban in Balkh’s Sholgara District, reports Tolo News. "Five government troops and 12 Taliban fighters" have been killed in the operation, said Adil Shah Adil, a spokesman for Balkh Police. He said that seven security force members and five Taliban militants were wounded in the attack.Over the past few weeks, fighting has dramatically increased between Afghan forces and the Taliban in Chahar Kint, Sholgara and Chimtal Districts of Balkh.
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April - 29 
On April 29, At least five civilians were killed in a roadside mine blast in Andar District of Ghazni Province, reports Tolo News. The civilian died when the vehicle they were traveling in hit a Taliban roadside mine in the District.
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On April 29, At least five civilians were killed in a roadside mine blast in Andar District of Ghazni Province, reports Tolo News. The civilian died when the vehicle they were traveling in hit a Taliban roadside mine in the District.
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April - 29 
The Unite States (US) now has fewer than 10,000 troops in Afghanistan according to three unnamed sources familiar with the deployments, reports CNN on April 30. This means that US is ahead of schedule on the commitment to drawdown troops after the US
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The Unite States (US) now has fewer than 10,000 troops in Afghanistan according to three unnamed sources familiar with the deployments, reports CNN on April 30. This means that US is ahead of schedule on the commitment to drawdown troops after the US-Taliban peace deal signed on February 29, 2020.According to the agreement, the US has until mid-July to fulfil its pledge to reduce troops to 8,600, from the total 12,000 to 13,000 in Afghanistan. The coronavirus (covid-19) pandemic has accelerated the drawdown somewhat, one US defense official said. There has been a pause in a significant amount of military training activity due to the virus, which has made it easier to send some US troops home. The Pentagon said it wasn't providing updates on current troop levels "due to operational security concerns associated with the draw down," but said in a statement that the drawdown is ongoing.
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April - 29 
United States (US) Navy commandos raided an unnamed village and detained suspected militants of the Taliban-linked Haqqani network, reports Daily Mail on April 30. Meanwhile the U.S. intelligence community tried to track the cell phones of Mark R. Fr
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United States (US) Navy commandos raided an unnamed village and detained suspected militants of the Taliban-linked Haqqani network, reports Daily Mail on April 30. Meanwhile the U.S. intelligence community tried to track the cell phones of Mark R. Frerichs,an US contractor, and his captors. While the circumstances surrounding the abduction in January 2020 remain unclear, the previously unreported operation described by multiple American officials over the past month shed new light on early efforts to locate.The Pentagon and U.S. Special Operations Command declined to comment on the SEALs’ raid adds The Diplomat. The rescue effort is being coordinated through the FBI-led, multiagency Hostage Recovery Fusion Cell, which said in a statement that it was working with its partners to ensure “that Mark Frerichs and all Americans held hostage abroad are returned home.”
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April - 29 
Maldives Police Service (MPS) on April 29 declared that the February 2020 attack on foreigners in the suburb of Hulhumalé was as an act of revenge carried out by terrorists, reports Edition. On February 4, 2020, unidentified masked men on motorcycles
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Maldives Police Service (MPS) on April 29 declared that the February 2020 attack on foreigners in the suburb of Hulhumalé was as an act of revenge carried out by terrorists, reports Edition. On February 4, 2020, unidentified masked men on motorcycles assaulted the victims, two Chinese nationals and an Australian, with knives near the Hulhumale' Redbull Park Futsal Ground. Assistant Commissioner of Police Mohamed Riyaz confirmed that investigations into the stabbings revealed that the act was carried out in retaliation against authorities over the counter-terrorism operation "Asseyri", conducted in Maduvvari Island in December 2019. A total of eight individuals were arrested in relation to the stabbings in Hulhumale'. "Four people actively participated in assaulting the three foreigners. The motorcycles [used in the assault] and the motorcycle license plates used for the cover-up were recovered during the investigation", Assistant Commissioner of Police stated. Riyaz added that the electronic devices found during the raids in the homes of the accused contained information related to the attacks, and material supporting terrorism.
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April - 29 
Maldives Police Service on April 29 informed the media that their investigation has not unearthed any substantial evidence linking the extremist organisation, Islamic State (IS), to the Mahibadhoo harbour arson case, reports Edition. Assistant Commis
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Maldives Police Service on April 29 informed the media that their investigation has not unearthed any substantial evidence linking the extremist organisation, Islamic State (IS), to the Mahibadhoo harbour arson case, reports Edition. Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Mohamed Riyaz revealed that the five speedboats and two dinghies docked at Mahibadhoo Island in Alif Dhaal Atoll were set ablaze by a group of people that arrived at the island via a dinghyusing bottles filled with flammable substances in the early hours of April 15. The Police recovered one such bottle in the lagoon during the investigation. ACP Riyaz noted that the investigation revealed similarities between the Mahibadhoo case, the police speedboat set ablaze at Gan in Laamu Atoll on March 22, and some other arson attacks. No arrests have been made as of yet. However, ACP Riyaz disclosed that the Police inspected five residences of suspects and collected digital evidence.
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April - 29 
Police have announced that intelligence received of a possible terrorist attack being planned in Maafushi Prison under Kaffu Atoll has been foiled by a pre-emptive raid, reports Sun Maldives on April 30.The raid was to stop a possible attack that was
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Police have announced that intelligence received of a possible terrorist attack being planned in Maafushi Prison under Kaffu Atoll has been foiled by a pre-emptive raid, reports Sun Maldives on April 30.The raid was to stop a possible attack that was communicated between inmates and people on the outside. The inmates had been imprisoned in connection with recent terror attacks in Male' City. Intelligence was received by the authorities that the inmates were planning to carry out an attack by outsiders that could disrupt the safety and security of the country.Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Mohamed Riyaazon April 30 stated that the intelligence has led to Police raiding the prisonjointly with Maldives Correctionsled to the seizure of mobile phones, USB, and chargers. “Some of communication devices used for the purpose has been confiscated. Details of the case can only be provided after analyzing the devices,” said ACP Riyaaz.
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April - 30 
A 12th class student was killed and another injured in Pakistani shelling in civilian areas in Mankote sector of Poonch district on April 30, reports Daily Excelsior.
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A 12th class student was killed and another injured in Pakistani shelling in civilian areas in Mankote sector of Poonch district on April 30, reports Daily Excelsior.
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April - 30 
A civilian was killed and another injured when the Pakistan Army violated CFA and resorted to mortar shelling in forward areas along the LoC in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 30, reports Daily Excelsior. “About 7 pm today (April
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A civilian was killed and another injured when the Pakistan Army violated CFA and resorted to mortar shelling in forward areas along the LoC in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on April 30, reports Daily Excelsior. “About 7 pm today (April 30), the Pakistan Army initiated an unprovoked ceasefire violation by firing with small arms and shelling with mortars along the LoC in Mankote sector,” an official said. Gulfraz Ahmed (18) was killed and another youth was injured when shells hit their Tain hamlet in Mankote sector, the Police official said, adding, Indian troops retaliated to the shelling, which led to an exchange of fire.
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April - 30 
An Over Ground Worker (OGW) of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang Yung Aung (NSCN-K YA faction) was arrested on April 30 from Ledo in Tinsukia District of Assam, tweets Eastern Army Command.
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An Over Ground Worker (OGW) of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang Yung Aung (NSCN-K YA faction) was arrested on April 30 from Ledo in Tinsukia District of Assam, tweets Eastern Army Command.
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April - 30 
In a major retaliatory action by the Indian Army targeting forward defence and civilian locations along the Line of Control (LoC) in the twin border districts of Rajouri and Poonch, at least seven Pakistani troopers were killed and three others injur
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In a major retaliatory action by the Indian Army targeting forward defence and civilian locations along the Line of Control (LoC) in the twin border districts of Rajouri and Poonch, at least seven Pakistani troopers were killed and three others injured on April 30, reports Daily Excelsior. Number of Pakistani posts and bunkers were damaged. “Pakistan army had brought militants to the terror launch pads located close to their posts on the LoC across Nowshera, Mankote and Mendhar sectors of Rajouri and Poonch districts and resorted to shelling and firing on Army posts and civilian locations with a view to give covering fire to the militants,” sources said. There were reports that the militants who had been brought to launch pads fled to their bases following strong Indian reply to Pakistan shelling and firing.
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April - 30 
On April 30, the dead body of Santosh Hojai who was abducted on April 24 was recovered from Lailing reserve forest in Dima Hasao District in Assam, reports The Telegraph. SantshHojai was a former Dima Halam Daogah (DHD) militant who had become a cont
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On April 30, the dead body of Santosh Hojai who was abducted on April 24 was recovered from Lailing reserve forest in Dima Hasao District in Assam, reports The Telegraph. SantshHojai was a former Dima Halam Daogah (DHD) militant who had become a contractor.
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April - 30 
Islamabad has told a visiting team of a United Nations Security Council (UNSC)monitoring committee that it had been unable to act against numerous individuals listed in its sanctions list because the UN panel had given “insufficient information”, Hin
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Islamabad has told a visiting team of a United Nations Security Council (UNSC)monitoring committee that it had been unable to act against numerous individuals listed in its sanctions list because the UN panel had given “insufficient information”, Hindustan Times reported on May 1.The UN analytical support and sanctions monitoring team, which was on a five-day visit to Pakistan in March, was told that the UN Sanctions List did not have the accurate date of birth, nationality, national ID number, passport number or a specific address of the men sanctioned for their terror links. Pakistan authorities acknowledge the presence of only 19 terrorists who figure in the UNSC 1267 Sanctions List. For the rest, they have told the UNSC that they cannot locate them due to insufficient information.The UNSC 1267 Sanctions List has 130 names from Pakistan.Islamabad, however, acknowledges the presence of only 19 of them including Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) founder and chief Hafiz Saeed. It has already moved the UNSC to delist six terrorists including Matiur Rehman, described in UN records of 2013 as the chief operational commander of terror group Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ).
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April - 30 
A child was killed and 11 others were injured in an explosion at the residence of a Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) leader at Shubhaddya North Para in Keraniganjupazila (sub-District) of Dhaka District in the Dhaka Division on April 30, reports New Nation. Pol
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A child was killed and 11 others were injured in an explosion at the residence of a Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) leader at Shubhaddya North Para in Keraniganjupazila (sub-District) of Dhaka District in the Dhaka Division on April 30, reports New Nation. Police said the explosion took place on the third floor of local JeI leader Abul Hossain's house. Police said 10-12 cadres of Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS), student wing of JeI, used to live at the house.The house owner and the ICS cadres went into hiding after the explosion.
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April - 30 
Dhaka Metropolitan Police’s Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) unit on April 30 arrested a leader of Ansar al-Islam from Arambagh T&T College area of Dhaka city in Dhaka District of Dhaka Division, reports Dhaka Tribune.The arrestee is
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Dhaka Metropolitan Police’s Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) unit on April 30 arrested a leader of Ansar al-Islam from Arambagh T&T College area of Dhaka city in Dhaka District of Dhaka Division, reports Dhaka Tribune.The arrestee is Khaled Saifullah aliasSagir Ahmed (39). According to CTTC, Khaled used to propagate his extremist ideology through social networking sites and recruit likeminded people for his group. He reportedly used to maintain contact between militants in different countries.
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April - 30 
10 Taliban militants were killed in air attack carried out by Afghan Air Forces in Maiwand District of Kandahar Province, reports BhaktarNews on May 1.
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10 Taliban militants were killed in air attack carried out by Afghan Air Forces in Maiwand District of Kandahar Province, reports BhaktarNews on May 1.
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April - 30 
According to data provided to the Pentagon's Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR) in the month following the signing of the Trump administration's peace deal with the Taliban, the insurgent group increased its attacks on A
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According to data provided to the Pentagon's Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR) in the month following the signing of the Trump administration's peace deal with the Taliban, the insurgent group increased its attacks on America's Afghan allies to higher than usual levels, reports CNN on May 1."The signing of the U.S.-Taliban agreement followed a successful week-long 'reduction in violence' by U.S., Coalition, Afghan government, and Taliban forces. However, immediately afterwards, the Taliban increased its attacks on Afghan security forces," John Sopko, the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction, wrote in his introduction to the SIGAR quarterly report.
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April - 30 
At least two Afghan National Army (ANA) personnel were killed and three more were injured when Taliban militants attacked Security’ checkpoint in relevant areas of Gardiz city the provincial capital of Paktia Province, reports BhaktarNews on May 1.
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At least two Afghan National Army (ANA) personnel were killed and three more were injured when Taliban militants attacked Security’ checkpoint in relevant areas of Gardiz city the provincial capital of Paktia Province, reports BhaktarNews on May 1.
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April - 30 
Former Chief Executive (CE) Abdullah Abdullah on May 1 reported progress in the political negotiations with President Ashraf Ghani and said there have been agreements in principle and that work is underway to finalize the details of the agreement bet
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Former Chief Executive (CE) Abdullah Abdullah on May 1 reported progress in the political negotiations with President Ashraf Ghani and said there have been agreements in principle and that work is underway to finalize the details of the agreement between the two sides, reports Tolo News.“Glad to assure the people of AFG that efforts by respected national personalities to resolve the political crisis have borne fruit. We have made progress in negotiations and reached tentative agreement on a range of principles. Work on details is underway to finalize the agreement,” said Abdullah.
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April - 30 
More than 10 Taliban were killed by Afghan Security Forces in relevant areas of Tarinkot city the Provincial capital of the Urozgan Province April 30, reports BhaktarNews.
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More than 10 Taliban were killed by Afghan Security Forces in relevant areas of Tarinkot city the Provincial capital of the Urozgan Province April 30, reports BhaktarNews.
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April - 30 
On April 30, ‘15 Taliban insurgents' and four Afghan Security Forces (SFs) were killed when militants attacked the checkpoints in Baraki Barak District of Logar Province, reports BhaktarNews. According to the Afghan Ministry of Defence (MoD), the sec
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On April 30, ‘15 Taliban insurgents' and four Afghan Security Forces (SFs) were killed when militants attacked the checkpoints in Baraki Barak District of Logar Province, reports BhaktarNews. According to the Afghan Ministry of Defence (MoD), the security forces pushed back the attack. During the clash, 'six other Taliban were wounded' and also a large amount of their weapons were seized by the security forces, read the MoD statement.
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April - 30 
The Afghan Security Forces killed 12 Taliban militants in pre-emptive airstrikes in ChaharMaghzak, AaiBologh and Rum Villages of Dara-e SufBala District in Samangan Province, reports The Khaama Press.Another six Taliban militants were injured and the
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The Afghan Security Forces killed 12 Taliban militants in pre-emptive airstrikes in ChaharMaghzak, AaiBologh and Rum Villages of Dara-e SufBala District in Samangan Province, reports The Khaama Press.Another six Taliban militants were injured and the air strikes also destroyed a mini-van, a car and 6 motorcycles
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April - 30 
The Security Forces killed two Taliban militants and wounded three others in Ghareza area, located in the outskirts of Gardez, the provincial capital of Paktiya Province, reports The Khaama Press on May 1.
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The Security Forces killed two Taliban militants and wounded three others in Ghareza area, located in the outskirts of Gardez, the provincial capital of Paktiya Province, reports The Khaama Press on May 1.
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April - 30 
Twelve Taliban militants were killed by Afghan Security Forces in Nasi District of Badakhshan Province, reports BhaktarNews on May 1.
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Twelve Taliban militants were killed by Afghan Security Forces in Nasi District of Badakhshan Province, reports BhaktarNews on May 1.
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April - 30 
Two Taliban mine planters were killed while the duo wanted to plant a mine in suburb of Maidan-Wardak Province, reports BhaktarNews on May 1.
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Two Taliban mine planters were killed while the duo wanted to plant a mine in suburb of Maidan-Wardak Province, reports BhaktarNews on May 1.
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*Data till , April 19, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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