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August - 1 
A foreign mercenary, identified as a Pakistani national and member of the Lashkar-e Toiba, was arrested in Marhot, Poonch district.
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A foreign mercenary, identified as a Pakistani national and member of the Lashkar-e Toiba, was arrested in Marhot, Poonch district.
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August - 1 
A foreign mercenary, identified as a Pakistani national, was killed in an encounter in the Pogal Paristan forests in Doda district. In another encounter in Pattan Kor, Poonch district, an unidentified terrorist was killed.
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A foreign mercenary, identified as a Pakistani national, was killed in an encounter in the Pogal Paristan forests in Doda district. In another encounter in Pattan Kor, Poonch district, an unidentified terrorist was killed.
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August - 1 
A security force personnel was killed when terrorists launched a rocket attack in Kare Nadka, Doda district.
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A security force personnel was killed when terrorists launched a rocket attack in Kare Nadka, Doda district.
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Following the August 1 massacre at Pahalgam town, unidentified terrorists struck again in the districts of Anantnag, Doda and Kupwara during the intervening night of August 1 and August 2. While conflicting reports of casualties have been coming in,
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Following the August 1 massacre at Pahalgam town, unidentified terrorists struck again in the districts of Anantnag, Doda and Kupwara during the intervening night of August 1 and August 2. While conflicting reports of casualties have been coming in, at least 65 civilians were killed in these incidents. The total tally of those killed in these incidents and the massacre of pilgrims at Anantnag town (reported on August 2) is estimated at 101.
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August - 1 
In a similar attack, one unidentified terrorist attacked a school in Jammu where several pilgrims had assembled. Security forces shot the terrorist dead. No other casualties were reported in this incident.
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In a similar attack, one unidentified terrorist attacked a school in Jammu where several pilgrims had assembled. Security forces shot the terrorist dead. No other casualties were reported in this incident.
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August - 1 
In another incident, also on August 1, a Bhutan-trained United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist surrendered in Guwahati.
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In another incident, also on August 1, a Bhutan-trained United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist surrendered in Guwahati.
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August - 1 
On the political front, the union government reportedly established contact with a representative nominated by the Hizb-ul Mujahideen, for talks. The representative, Fazal Haq Qureshi, chief of the Jammu and Kashmir People's Political Front, reported
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On the political front, the union government reportedly established contact with a representative nominated by the Hizb-ul Mujahideen, for talks. The representative, Fazal Haq Qureshi, chief of the Jammu and Kashmir People's Political Front, reportedly disclosed that the Union Home Ministry contacted him on August 1.
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August - 1 
Security forces, on August 4, announced that the bullet-ridden body of a German tourist, abducted earlier by terrorists from Ladakh on July 11, was recovered on August 1.
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Security forces, on August 4, announced that the bullet-ridden body of a German tourist, abducted earlier by terrorists from Ladakh on July 11, was recovered on August 1.
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August - 1 
Terrorists of the outlawed National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) gunned down three persons and abducted five more in Induria Bazar, West Tripura district, on August 1.
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Terrorists of the outlawed National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) gunned down three persons and abducted five more in Induria Bazar, West Tripura district, on August 1.
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August - 1 
Two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter in Khatpara, on August 1. They were involved in the July 13-train blast in which 14 passengers were killed.
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Two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter in Khatpara, on August 1. They were involved in the July 13-train blast in which 14 passengers were killed.
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August - 1 
Two unidentified terrorists attacked a concentration of Amarnath pilgrims in Pahalgam town, on August 1. 18 pilgrims, four civilians and four security force personnel were killed in attack. Security forces shot dead both the terrorists involved in th
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Two unidentified terrorists attacked a concentration of Amarnath pilgrims in Pahalgam town, on August 1. 18 pilgrims, four civilians and four security force personnel were killed in attack. Security forces shot dead both the terrorists involved in the attack.
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August - 1 
In a separate development, both the opponents and supporters of the Bill held huge rallies. The President has already assured the Buddhist clergy that Article 9 of the present Constitution granting foremost place to Buddhism would not be done away wi
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In a separate development, both the opponents and supporters of the Bill held huge rallies. The President has already assured the Buddhist clergy that Article 9 of the present Constitution granting foremost place to Buddhism would not be done away with in the proposed new Constitution.
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August - 1 
The government’s Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said troops attacked Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) positions in Chavakachcheri on August 1 and killed two rebel cadres.
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The government’s Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said troops attacked Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) positions in Chavakachcheri on August 1 and killed two rebel cadres.
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August - 1 
The Sri Lankan Cabinet has sent the proposed constitutional reform Bill for grant of approval to table the same in Parliament on August 3, at the emergency session. The President is keen to get the Bill passed before the term of the present Parliamen
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The Sri Lankan Cabinet has sent the proposed constitutional reform Bill for grant of approval to table the same in Parliament on August 3, at the emergency session. The President is keen to get the Bill passed before the term of the present Parliament expires on August 24. The government and the Opposition United National Party are scheduled to meet again to arrive at a consensus on the Bill.
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August - 2 
Earlier on the evening of August 2, three terrorists, identified as members of the Tehreek-e-Jihad-e-Islami, were killed in an encounter in Taratpora, Kupwara district. In a separate encounter in Qazinag in the same district, two unidentified terrori
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Earlier on the evening of August 2, three terrorists, identified as members of the Tehreek-e-Jihad-e-Islami, were killed in an encounter in Taratpora, Kupwara district. In a separate encounter in Qazinag in the same district, two unidentified terrorists were killed. In a third encounter in Madoon, three foreign mercenaries––Pakistani nationals and their local guide were killed. A fourth foreign mercenary, also a Pakistani national, was killed in an encounter in Bela, Rajouri district. One terrorist, yet to be identified, one security force personnel and a civilian were killed in another encounter in Morha Bachchai, Poonch district.
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August - 2 
Four left wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), were killed in an encounter in Dharmavaram, Ananthpur district, on August 2. A gun and two grenades were recovered from the slain extremists.
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Four left wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), were killed in an encounter in Dharmavaram, Ananthpur district, on August 2. A gun and two grenades were recovered from the slain extremists.
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August - 2 
In other incidents, two terrorists, yet to be identified, were killed in an encounter in the Morha Bachai forests of Poonch district, on August 2. A third unidentified terrorist was killed in Galuthi, Rajouri district.
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In other incidents, two terrorists, yet to be identified, were killed in an encounter in the Morha Bachai forests of Poonch district, on August 2. A third unidentified terrorist was killed in Galuthi, Rajouri district.
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August - 2 
Making a statement in India's Parliament on August 2, the Union Home Minister said 53 persons were massacred in these incidents. Of these, 19 labourers were killed at Mir Bazar and seven at Mir Nowgan, Anantnag district. 14 local residents were kille
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Making a statement in India's Parliament on August 2, the Union Home Minister said 53 persons were massacred in these incidents. Of these, 19 labourers were killed at Mir Bazar and seven at Mir Nowgan, Anantnag district. 14 local residents were killed in Pogal Paristan and eight members of a Village Defence Committee were killed at Keyar, Doda district. Five members of a surrendered terrorist's family were massacred in Kalaroos, Kupwara district.
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August - 2 
News reports have estimated the casualty figures in these massacres at 65.
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News reports have estimated the casualty figures in these massacres at 65.
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August - 2 
Reacting to the massacre, the Union government has reiterated that peace talks with the Hizb would continue. The Prime Minister's Secretariat also stated that the US President had talked to Prime Minister A B Vajpayee on the August 1-2 massacres and
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Reacting to the massacre, the Union government has reiterated that peace talks with the Hizb would continue. The Prime Minister's Secretariat also stated that the US President had talked to Prime Minister A B Vajpayee on the August 1-2 massacres and said that he would speak to leaders of Pakistan and "do everything possible to contain such activities." The Secretariat added that Vajpayee responded by saying that in these circumstances, there was no basis for a "meaningful dialogue" with Pakistan. At the same time, the peace process in Jammu and Kashmir would continue, he asserted.
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August - 2 
Two unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Chingmeirong, Imphal West district, on August 2, a delayed report stated.
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Two unidentified terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Chingmeirong, Imphal West district, on August 2, a delayed report stated.
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August - 2 
While the terrorists in all these incidents are yet to be identified, the government has stated that it suspects the Lashkar-e Toiba and the Jaish-e Mohammed for these incidents and said that these incidents were aimed at disrupting the forthcoming p
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While the terrorists in all these incidents are yet to be identified, the government has stated that it suspects the Lashkar-e Toiba and the Jaish-e Mohammed for these incidents and said that these incidents were aimed at disrupting the forthcoming peace talks between the Hizb-ul Mujahideen and the government.
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August - 2 
Maoist insurgents waylaid employees of the Pokahra Rural Development Bank at Kaski on August 2, and looted the money they had collected from debtors.
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Maoist insurgents waylaid employees of the Pokahra Rural Development Bank at Kaski on August 2, and looted the money they had collected from debtors.
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August - 2 
Also on the same day, in a surprise attack troops destroyed a rebel bunker-line and killed six LTTE rebels in Sarasalai South, the SMIC said.
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Also on the same day, in a surprise attack troops destroyed a rebel bunker-line and killed six LTTE rebels in Sarasalai South, the SMIC said.
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August - 2 
A day earlier, on August 2, troops killed a rebel cadre even as he hurled a grenade. Besides, seven troops were injured in a Claymore mine explosion in Vavuniya. The injured were moved to a Batticaloa hospital.
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A day earlier, on August 2, troops killed a rebel cadre even as he hurled a grenade. Besides, seven troops were injured in a Claymore mine explosion in Vavuniya. The injured were moved to a Batticaloa hospital.
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August - 2 
In yet another development, police in Eheliyagoda arrested 14 army deserters, including a woman soldier, on August 2.
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In yet another development, police in Eheliyagoda arrested 14 army deserters, including a woman soldier, on August 2.
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August - 2 
On the political front, The President, Chandrika Kumaratunga, presented the Constitution Reforms Bill in Parliament on August 2, amidst protests on the floor of the House and outside Parliament. The opposition United National Party, at a meeting chai
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On the political front, The President, Chandrika Kumaratunga, presented the Constitution Reforms Bill in Parliament on August 2, amidst protests on the floor of the House and outside Parliament. The opposition United National Party, at a meeting chaired by its president and Leader of the Opposition, Ranil Wickremasinghe, has reportedly decided not to participate in the debate on the Bill. The Supreme Court has already held that, to be legally tenable, the Bill shall have to be passed by a two-thirds majority in Parliament and later approved by the people through a nationwide referendum.
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August - 2 
The government’s Special Media Information Centre said on August 3 that troops in Nagarkovil and Allarai killed five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels on August 2.
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The government’s Special Media Information Centre said on August 3 that troops in Nagarkovil and Allarai killed five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels on August 2.
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August - 2 
The LTTE’s clandestine radio, Voice of Tigers, claimed that Sri Lankan security forces conducted a house-to-house search in the Batticaloa suburbs.
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The LTTE’s clandestine radio, Voice of Tigers, claimed that Sri Lankan security forces conducted a house-to-house search in the Batticaloa suburbs.
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August - 3 
A National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist was killed in an encounter in Balisia near Rowta, on August 3. An AK-56 rifle along with 11 magazines and 32 rounds of ammunition were recovered from his possession.
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A National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist was killed in an encounter in Balisia near Rowta, on August 3. An AK-56 rifle along with 11 magazines and 32 rounds of ammunition were recovered from his possession.
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August - 3 
A person, injured in the terrorist attack on a pilgrim party in Anantnag town on August 1, died on August 3.
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A person, injured in the terrorist attack on a pilgrim party in Anantnag town on August 1, died on August 3.
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August - 3 
In another development, Prime Minister A B Vajpayee rejected the possibility of Pakistan’s involvement in the peace process initiated with the Hizb. Speaking to newsmen in Srinagar on August 3, he also appealed to all terrorist outfits to shun violen
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In another development, Prime Minister A B Vajpayee rejected the possibility of Pakistan’s involvement in the peace process initiated with the Hizb. Speaking to newsmen in Srinagar on August 3, he also appealed to all terrorist outfits to shun violence and come forward for a dialogue with the government.
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August - 3 
In another incident, security forces raided a terrorist hideout near the Namblan forest in Rajouri district. A substantial quantity of rifle grenades, hand grenades, ammunition, explosives and other equipment were recovered. Another recovery of explo
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In another incident, security forces raided a terrorist hideout near the Namblan forest in Rajouri district. A substantial quantity of rifle grenades, hand grenades, ammunition, explosives and other equipment were recovered. Another recovery of explosives was made from Galuthi area in the same district.
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August - 3 
On the political front, the first round of negotiations between the Union government and representatives of the Hizb-ul Mujahideen were conducted on August 3, in Srinagar. The government delegation was led by the Union Home Secretary, Kamal Pande and
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On the political front, the first round of negotiations between the Union government and representatives of the Hizb-ul Mujahideen were conducted on August 3, in Srinagar. The government delegation was led by the Union Home Secretary, Kamal Pande and the Hizb delegation was led by the deputy chief of the outfit, Abdul Majeed Dar, and four other top leaders. The chief of the Peoples Political Front, Fazal-ul-Haq Qureshi, who was earlier nominated as the Hizb's representative, was also present. Immediately after the meeting, Kamal Pandey said that the government team for future talks would be led by Special Secretary, Home, M B Kaushal, while the Hizb team would be headed by senior functionary of the outfit, Khalid Saifullah. He added that the Jammu and Kashmir State Home Secretary, C Phonsung, would assist the government team.
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August - 3 
Pakistan is reported to have put pressure on the Hizb to insist on the participation of the latter in the peace talks. There are also reports that the Hizb has given the Indian government an ultimatum until August 8 on including Pakistan in the talks
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Pakistan is reported to have put pressure on the Hizb to insist on the participation of the latter in the peace talks. There are also reports that the Hizb has given the Indian government an ultimatum until August 8 on including Pakistan in the talks, failing which the cease-fire offer would be withdrawn.
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August - 3 
Police raided the residence of a top leader of the Deendar Anjuman, suspected Islamic extremist outfit, in Nuzvid, Krishna district, and recovered a huge haul of 200 timer explosive devises on August 3. The top leader, arrested earlier, is allegedly
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Police raided the residence of a top leader of the Deendar Anjuman, suspected Islamic extremist outfit, in Nuzvid, Krishna district, and recovered a huge haul of 200 timer explosive devises on August 3. The top leader, arrested earlier, is allegedly involved in several church blasts that rocked the State in July 2000.
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August - 3 
Two foreign mercenaries identified as members of the Lashkar-e Toiba's suicide squad, Fidayeen, were killed while attempting to infiltrate into India across the Line of Control at Samba in Jammu district, on August 3. Security forces suspect that the
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Two foreign mercenaries identified as members of the Lashkar-e Toiba's suicide squad, Fidayeen, were killed while attempting to infiltrate into India across the Line of Control at Samba in Jammu district, on August 3. Security forces suspect that the infiltrators were mandated with the task of carrying out attacks against Amarnath pilgrims.
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August - 3 
In a separate development, seven policemen were dismissed from service for refusing to report to duty in the insurgency affected areas. This is the second such instance in the year 2000.
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In a separate development, seven policemen were dismissed from service for refusing to report to duty in the insurgency affected areas. This is the second such instance in the year 2000.
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August - 3 
In a separate development, Major General Anton Wijendra, would be assuming duties as Security Forces Commander of Jaffna today, August 3.
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In a separate development, Major General Anton Wijendra, would be assuming duties as Security Forces Commander of Jaffna today, August 3.
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August - 3 
In another incident, also on August 3, troops on a search operation in Chemmani killed four LTTE rebels. Two more were killed in clashes in Nagarkovil and yet another was killed while trying to infiltrate a troops-controlled are in Idattalralai.
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In another incident, also on August 3, troops on a search operation in Chemmani killed four LTTE rebels. Two more were killed in clashes in Nagarkovil and yet another was killed while trying to infiltrate a troops-controlled are in Idattalralai.
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August - 3 
On the political front, the Opposition United National Party (UNP) announced that it would not support the Constitution Reforms Bill being tabled in Parliament today, August 3, 2000. The UNP said as the proposed reforms did not find favour with eithe
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On the political front, the Opposition United National Party (UNP) announced that it would not support the Constitution Reforms Bill being tabled in Parliament today, August 3, 2000. The UNP said as the proposed reforms did not find favour with either the LTTE or the Buddhist clergy it has decided not to back the Bill. The Tamil parties, Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF), Eelam People’s Democratic Party (EPDP), Tamil Eelam Liberation Organisation (TELO) having expressed varying degrees of disappointment with the Bill.
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August - 3 
The government’s Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) claimed, on August 4, troops of the Special Task Force accosted and killed a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadre in Kalawanchikudy, Batticaloa, and confiscated a huge quantity of medi
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The government’s Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) claimed, on August 4, troops of the Special Task Force accosted and killed a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadre in Kalawanchikudy, Batticaloa, and confiscated a huge quantity of medicine reportedly being transported to a LTTE hospital in Thoppigal.
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August - 3 
The SMIC further disclosed that a hardcore LTTE cadre detonated himself on being spotted by troops on Pothapathy Road, Jaffna, on August 3.
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The SMIC further disclosed that a hardcore LTTE cadre detonated himself on being spotted by troops on Pothapathy Road, Jaffna, on August 3.
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August - 4 
On the political front, the chairman of the All Party Hurriyat Conference, Prof Abdul Gani Bhat, said, on August 4, that the organisation would discuss the issue of disciplinary action against Fazal Haque Quereshi, the Hizb-ul Mujahideen's representa
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On the political front, the chairman of the All Party Hurriyat Conference, Prof Abdul Gani Bhat, said, on August 4, that the organisation would discuss the issue of disciplinary action against Fazal Haque Quereshi, the Hizb-ul Mujahideen's representative for dialogue with India’s Union government. Bhat added that Fazal Qureshi, chief of the Peoples Political Front, a constituent of the Hurriyat Conference, accepted the Hizb nomination without consulting the Hurriyat.
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August - 4 
The body of a person, abducted on July 28, by left wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group, was recovered from Kanagarthi, Karimnagar district, on August 4. The Naxalites alleged that the deceased was a police informer.
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The body of a person, abducted on July 28, by left wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group, was recovered from Kanagarthi, Karimnagar district, on August 4. The Naxalites alleged that the deceased was a police informer.
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August - 4 
An Interior Ministry official stated on August 4, in Islamabad, that the Ministry directed the concerned law and order authorities to collect evidence to substantiate the involvement of certain Pakistanis currently hiding in Afghanistan and suspected
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An Interior Ministry official stated on August 4, in Islamabad, that the Ministry directed the concerned law and order authorities to collect evidence to substantiate the involvement of certain Pakistanis currently hiding in Afghanistan and suspected of being involved in terrorist activities within Pakistan. This step comes after Afghanistan, responding to Pakistan's request for extradition of these suspects, demanded evidence of the their involvement in terrorist activities.
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August - 4 
News reports also indicate that in a tit-for-tat response, the Taliban have also reportedly asked Pakistan to deport some Afghans, who are wanted in Afghanistan.
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News reports also indicate that in a tit-for-tat response, the Taliban have also reportedly asked Pakistan to deport some Afghans, who are wanted in Afghanistan.
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August - 4 
Security forces killed two female Maoist insurgents in retaliatory fire, in Tinkhande village, Gorkha district, 200-kilometer northwest of the capital Kathmandu, on August 4. Some more insurgents, who were injured in the clashes escaped to safety.
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Security forces killed two female Maoist insurgents in retaliatory fire, in Tinkhande village, Gorkha district, 200-kilometer northwest of the capital Kathmandu, on August 4. Some more insurgents, who were injured in the clashes escaped to safety.
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August - 4 
On the political front, the Ruling People’s Alliance suffered a minor setback with one of its Parliament Member’s resigning his seat in protest against the constitution reforms now being debated in the House, voting on which is due on August 9. Meanw
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On the political front, the Ruling People’s Alliance suffered a minor setback with one of its Parliament Member’s resigning his seat in protest against the constitution reforms now being debated in the House, voting on which is due on August 9. Meanwhile, the Alliance was reportedly making an all-out effort to see the Constitution Reforms Bill through.
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August - 4 
The LTTE, meanwhile, claimed it killed three troops and wounded two more in an ambush in Sasthikulankulam, near Vavuniya town, on August 4. Besides, clashes between LTTE rebels and government troops were reported near Omanthai.
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The LTTE, meanwhile, claimed it killed three troops and wounded two more in an ambush in Sasthikulankulam, near Vavuniya town, on August 4. Besides, clashes between LTTE rebels and government troops were reported near Omanthai.
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August - 5 
A civilian injured in the August 1-massacre in Anantnag town succumbed to his injuries on August 5. With this, the death toll in the massacre rose to 34.
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A civilian injured in the August 1-massacre in Anantnag town succumbed to his injuries on August 5. With this, the death toll in the massacre rose to 34.
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August - 5 
A report from Karachi, Pakistan on August 5 stated, the Al-Badr Mujahideen, a terrorist group operating in Kashmir, has rejected the 12-point confidence-building measures announced by Hizb-ul Mujahideen and termed its negotiating process with the Ind
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A report from Karachi, Pakistan on August 5 stated, the Al-Badr Mujahideen, a terrorist group operating in Kashmir, has rejected the 12-point confidence-building measures announced by Hizb-ul Mujahideen and termed its negotiating process with the Indian government meaningless.
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August - 5 
A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was killed in an encounter with security forces in Rangagarha, Nalbari district, on August 5. A gun and some ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorist.
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A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was killed in an encounter with security forces in Rangagarha, Nalbari district, on August 5. A gun and some ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorist.
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August - 5 
In another incident, unidentified gunmen, suspected to be terrorists, looted a school cashier in Pampore town.
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In another incident, unidentified gunmen, suspected to be terrorists, looted a school cashier in Pampore town.
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August - 5 
On August 5, one terrorist, identified as a local commander of the Jaish-e-Muhammad, was killed in Mirnag, Kupwara district. In a separate encounter, one terrorist was killed when he attacked a security force patrol during search operations in Hara v
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On August 5, one terrorist, identified as a local commander of the Jaish-e-Muhammad, was killed in Mirnag, Kupwara district. In a separate encounter, one terrorist was killed when he attacked a security force patrol during search operations in Hara village, Udhampur district. In a third encounter, one terrorist was killed in Surnakote, Poonch district.
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August - 5 
On the political front, a meeting scheduled for August 5 between Hizb representatives and the Union government delegation has been re-scheduled for August 7.
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On the political front, a meeting scheduled for August 5 between Hizb representatives and the Union government delegation has been re-scheduled for August 7.
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August - 5 
Three security force personnel and five civilians were injured in two separate grenade attacks in Srinagar.
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Three security force personnel and five civilians were injured in two separate grenade attacks in Srinagar.
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August - 5 
A report from Karachi, Pakistan on August 5 stated, the Al-Badr Mujahideen, a terrorist group operating in Kashmir, has rejected the 12-point confidence-building measures announced by Hizb-ul Mujahideen and termed its negotiating process with the Ind
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A report from Karachi, Pakistan on August 5 stated, the Al-Badr Mujahideen, a terrorist group operating in Kashmir, has rejected the 12-point confidence-building measures announced by Hizb-ul Mujahideen and termed its negotiating process with the Indian government meaningless.
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August - 5 
The government’s Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said troops attacked a group of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels lodged at a safe house in Chavakachcheri, on August 5. It is suspected that six rebels were injured in the attack.
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The government’s Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said troops attacked a group of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels lodged at a safe house in Chavakachcheri, on August 5. It is suspected that six rebels were injured in the attack.
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August - 6 
A delayed report said that one terrorist of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) was arrested from Nongada, Imphal East district on August 6.
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A delayed report said that one terrorist of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) was arrested from Nongada, Imphal East district on August 6.
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August - 6 
Five left wing extremists, Naxalites, surrendered with their weapons in Warangal on August 6. The surrendered Naxals include two belonging to the People's War Group and one to the Janashakti, and two to another group.
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Five left wing extremists, Naxalites, surrendered with their weapons in Warangal on August 6. The surrendered Naxals include two belonging to the People's War Group and one to the Janashakti, and two to another group.
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August - 6 
Security forces raided Belbar in West Tripura district and busted a hideout of the Barak National Council of Tripura (BNCT) on August 6, A person abducted from North Tripura district on July 29, was also rescued by the security forces from the hide
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Security forces raided Belbar in West Tripura district and busted a hideout of the Barak National Council of Tripura (BNCT) on August 6, A person abducted from North Tripura district on July 29, was also rescued by the security forces from the hideout.
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August - 6 
Two foreign mercenaries, suspected to be Pakistani nationals and members of the Lashkar-e Toiba, were killed in the Chowkibal forests, Kupwara district, on August 6. Another suspected Pakistani Lashkar mercenary was killed in Parnot , Doda district.
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Two foreign mercenaries, suspected to be Pakistani nationals and members of the Lashkar-e Toiba, were killed in the Chowkibal forests, Kupwara district, on August 6. Another suspected Pakistani Lashkar mercenary was killed in Parnot , Doda district.
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August - 6 
Deputy Prime Minister in the Nepalese Cabinet, Ram Chandra Paudel, also a close confidant of the Prime Ministert said in Morang, near Biratnagar, on August 6, that the Bhutanese refugee problem was forced upon his country. Further he asked Bhutan to
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Deputy Prime Minister in the Nepalese Cabinet, Ram Chandra Paudel, also a close confidant of the Prime Ministert said in Morang, near Biratnagar, on August 6, that the Bhutanese refugee problem was forced upon his country. Further he asked Bhutan to take its citizens back as the presence of Bhutanese refugees in Nepal resulted in social, economic and environmental problems.
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August - 6 
Police produced a Maoist insurgent leader, allegedly murdered by police, before a court of law. The insurgent, earlier arrested with another colleague, was remanded to police custody for four days to conduct investigations
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Police produced a Maoist insurgent leader, allegedly murdered by police, before a court of law. The insurgent, earlier arrested with another colleague, was remanded to police custody for four days to conduct investigations
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August - 6 
In a separate development, three persons were injured on August 6 in a bomb explosion that occurred at the venue, Narahenpita, of a meeting organised to protest against the Constitution Reforms Bill. Five suspects have already been taken into custody
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In a separate development, three persons were injured on August 6 in a bomb explosion that occurred at the venue, Narahenpita, of a meeting organised to protest against the Constitution Reforms Bill. Five suspects have already been taken into custody.
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August - 6 
One person was injured in a grenade attack in Nelliady, on August 6. The perpetrator of the attack is yet to be identified.
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One person was injured in a grenade attack in Nelliady, on August 6. The perpetrator of the attack is yet to be identified.
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August - 6 
The LTTE, meanwhile, claimed that seven security force personnel on board a bus were injured, three of them critically, when rebel cadres set-off a Claymore mine explosion on August 6, in Kudiyiruppu, near Vavuniya.
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The LTTE, meanwhile, claimed that seven security force personnel on board a bus were injured, three of them critically, when rebel cadres set-off a Claymore mine explosion on August 6, in Kudiyiruppu, near Vavuniya.
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August - 7 
A left-wing extremist leader, Naxalite, was killed in an encounter in Mangapet, Warrangal district, on August 7. The slain Naxal was a local commander.
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A left-wing extremist leader, Naxalite, was killed in an encounter in Mangapet, Warrangal district, on August 7. The slain Naxal was a local commander.
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August - 7 
An activist of the Kanglei Yawol Kana Lup (KYKL) surrendered on August 7. No details were available.
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An activist of the Kanglei Yawol Kana Lup (KYKL) surrendered on August 7. No details were available.
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August - 7 
Four unidentified terrorists, suspected Pakistani mercenaries and cadre of the Al-Badr terrorist outfit, were killed in an encounter in the Kolnar forests, Baramulla district, on August 7. In a separate encounter in Draman, Rajouri district, two fore
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Four unidentified terrorists, suspected Pakistani mercenaries and cadre of the Al-Badr terrorist outfit, were killed in an encounter in the Kolnar forests, Baramulla district, on August 7. In a separate encounter in Draman, Rajouri district, two foreign mercenaries, terrorists of the Lashkar-e Toiba, were killed. In a third encounter, in the Kushkidar forests of Baramulla district, one unidentified terrorist was killed.
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August - 7 
Meanwhile delayed reports said that three security force personnel were killed in an encounter at Kulnar in Baramulla district on August 7. As reported earlier, four foreign mercenaries, members of the Al-Badr, were killed in this encounter.
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Meanwhile delayed reports said that three security force personnel were killed in an encounter at Kulnar in Baramulla district on August 7. As reported earlier, four foreign mercenaries, members of the Al-Badr, were killed in this encounter.
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August - 7 
Meanwhile, the body of an unidentified terrorist was recovered from Nowgam, Kupwara district.
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Meanwhile, the body of an unidentified terrorist was recovered from Nowgam, Kupwara district.
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August - 7 
On August 6, one Lashkar terrorist was killed and his associate injured during an encounter in Draba, Poonch district. Two terrorists were killed in an encounter in Kanchhatri Behak, Kupwara district.
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On August 6, one Lashkar terrorist was killed and his associate injured during an encounter in Draba, Poonch district. Two terrorists were killed in an encounter in Kanchhatri Behak, Kupwara district.
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August - 7 
On the political front, the Hizb-ul Mujahideen chief commander, Abdul Majid Dar issued a statement on August 7 accusing Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee of shifting his stand. He asked the Union government to come out with a "fresh and unequivocal
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On the political front, the Hizb-ul Mujahideen chief commander, Abdul Majid Dar issued a statement on August 7 accusing Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee of shifting his stand. He asked the Union government to come out with a "fresh and unequivocal" statement declaring its intent for an unconditional dialogue.
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August - 7 
Terrorists belonging to the Kamatapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) gunned down two local Communist Party of India(Marxist) [CPI(M)] leaders in Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal on August 7.
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Terrorists belonging to the Kamatapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) gunned down two local Communist Party of India(Marxist) [CPI(M)] leaders in Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal on August 7.
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August - 7 
Unidentified terrorists set-off a bomb explosion in the Boulevard area of Srinagar. No casualties were reported in the blast. Besides, no terrorist outfit has yet claimed responsibility for the incident.
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Unidentified terrorists set-off a bomb explosion in the Boulevard area of Srinagar. No casualties were reported in the blast. Besides, no terrorist outfit has yet claimed responsibility for the incident.
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August - 7 
Comrade Prachanda, leader of Maoist insurgents and General Secretary of the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoists)––the party that is leading the insurgency in Nepal, has reportedly issued a statement on August 7 ruling out talks with the government unle
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Comrade Prachanda, leader of Maoist insurgents and General Secretary of the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoists)––the party that is leading the insurgency in Nepal, has reportedly issued a statement on August 7 ruling out talks with the government unless the correct atmosphere was created. He demanded the release of all Maoists presently under detention. The talks, yet to be initiated, were meant to find a solution to the insurgency problem.
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August - 7 
On the political front, the debate on the Constitution Reforms bill, meanwhile, commenced, in Parliament, on August 7, amidst varied and opposite opinions being voiced on the Bill. Besides, the opposition United National Party reportedly convened a m
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On the political front, the debate on the Constitution Reforms bill, meanwhile, commenced, in Parliament, on August 7, amidst varied and opposite opinions being voiced on the Bill. Besides, the opposition United National Party reportedly convened a meeting of its Parliament Members to decide on its stand on the Bill. Earlier reports, however, held that the UNP would not vote in favour of the Bill.
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August - 7 
The SMIC said in a release that troops on patrol killed a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel in Allarai, on August 7.
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The SMIC said in a release that troops on patrol killed a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel in Allarai, on August 7.
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August - 7 
The state-run Daily News disclosed on August 8 that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) have shifted the theatre of war to Diyawanna Oya.
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The state-run Daily News disclosed on August 8 that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) have shifted the theatre of war to Diyawanna Oya.
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August - 8 
Amidst reports that the Hizb-ul Mujahideen has withdrawn its cease-fire declaration, terrorists launched a rocket attack on an army camp in Baramulla district and were engaged with security forces in several encounters on August 8. There are no repor
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Amidst reports that the Hizb-ul Mujahideen has withdrawn its cease-fire declaration, terrorists launched a rocket attack on an army camp in Baramulla district and were engaged with security forces in several encounters on August 8. There are no reports of any casualties in the attack on the Army camp.
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August - 8 
In a written reply presented in the Lok Sabha on August 8, Minister of State for Home said that more than 2,000 militants have surrendered in the North-Eastern States under the Central Rehabilitation Programme (CRP) launched in 1998. The reply added
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In a written reply presented in the Lok Sabha on August 8, Minister of State for Home said that more than 2,000 militants have surrendered in the North-Eastern States under the Central Rehabilitation Programme (CRP) launched in 1998. The reply added that the Centre has so far spent 1.5 crore on the scheme under which surrendered militants are encouraged to apply for jobs in the State police or Central para-military forces.
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August - 8 
In five separate encounters within Kupwara district, twelve terrorists including eight identified and suspected foreign mercenaries were killed since the night of August 7. Three terrorists were killed in an encounter at Mirnag forests on August 8. T
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In five separate encounters within Kupwara district, twelve terrorists including eight identified and suspected foreign mercenaries were killed since the night of August 7. Three terrorists were killed in an encounter at Mirnag forests on August 8. The killed terrorists have been identified as members of the Jamait-ul-Mujhadeen. In another encounter at Dardpora, two foreign mercenaries, members of the Jaish-e-Mohammad, were killed. Another unidentified terrorist, a suspected foreign mercenary, was killed in the Warsun forests. Three foreign mercenaries, identified as members of the Lashkar-e Toiba were killed at Devar. Another terrorist, suspected to be a Lashkar mercenary, was killed in an encounter at Handwara.
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August - 8 
On the political front, the Hizb supremo, Syed Salauddin declared in Islamabad, on August 8, that the terrorist outfit has withdrawn its cease-fire declaration following the failure of India to include Pakistan in the proposed peace negotiations. The
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On the political front, the Hizb supremo, Syed Salauddin declared in Islamabad, on August 8, that the terrorist outfit has withdrawn its cease-fire declaration following the failure of India to include Pakistan in the proposed peace negotiations. There is no official statement from any Hizb leader based in Jammu and Kashmir on the cease-fire withdrawal. Some news reports speculate on a possible split within the ranks of the Hizb whereby a faction of the group based in J&K may defy Salauddin's decision and maintain the cease-fire.
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August - 8 
One foreign mercenary and Lashkar member was killed in a separate encounter at Goran village in Jammu district. Two of the slain terrorist's associates were injured in the encounter. One unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter at Qazinag fo
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One foreign mercenary and Lashkar member was killed in a separate encounter at Goran village in Jammu district. Two of the slain terrorist's associates were injured in the encounter. One unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter at Qazinag forest, Baramulla district.
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August - 8 
One Lashkar terrorist and two associates were arrested by security forces. No details were available.
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One Lashkar terrorist and two associates were arrested by security forces. No details were available.
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August - 8 
Security forces arrested a National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist in Mangaldoi, Darrang district, on August 8.
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Security forces arrested a National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist in Mangaldoi, Darrang district, on August 8.
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August - 8 
Two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in an encounter at Ulup near Margherita, Tinsukia district on August 8. In a separate encounter near Mariani, Jorhat district, another ULFA terrorist was killed.
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Two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in an encounter at Ulup near Margherita, Tinsukia district on August 8. In a separate encounter near Mariani, Jorhat district, another ULFA terrorist was killed.
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August - 8 
On the political front, the Hizb supremo, Syed Salauddin declared in Islamabad, on August 8, that the terrorist outfit has withdrawn its cease-fire declaration following the failure of India to include Pakistan in the proposed peace negotiations. The
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On the political front, the Hizb supremo, Syed Salauddin declared in Islamabad, on August 8, that the terrorist outfit has withdrawn its cease-fire declaration following the failure of India to include Pakistan in the proposed peace negotiations. There is no official statement from any Hizb leader based in Jammu and Kashmir on the cease-fire withdrawal. Some news reports speculate on a possible split within the ranks of the Hizb whereby a faction of the group based in J&K may defy Salauddin's decision and maintain the cease-fire.
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August - 8 
Three civilians were injured in a grenade attack on a residence at Killi Gulabad in Quetta on August 8. Police are yet to identify the suspects or the motive behind the attack.
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Three civilians were injured in a grenade attack on a residence at Killi Gulabad in Quetta on August 8. Police are yet to identify the suspects or the motive behind the attack.
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August - 8 
In a separate development, 10 army deserters were arrested in and around Kotadeniyawa. In another development, 25 people were questioned in connection with the Heda Madura blasts on August 6, at a protest-meet organised against the Constitution Refor
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In a separate development, 10 army deserters were arrested in and around Kotadeniyawa. In another development, 25 people were questioned in connection with the Heda Madura blasts on August 6, at a protest-meet organised against the Constitution Reforms Bill.
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August - 8 
Other sources maintained that, the government would not go put the Bill for vote as it was not sure of mustering the required two-thirds majority. Meanwhile, the Leader of the Opposition, Ranil Wickremasinghe, urged the government to re-start the who
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Other sources maintained that, the government would not go put the Bill for vote as it was not sure of mustering the required two-thirds majority. Meanwhile, the Leader of the Opposition, Ranil Wickremasinghe, urged the government to re-start the whole process again and declared that a new Constitution could be brought into force only on a consensus, including that of the LTTE and the clergy, besides that of the other groups.
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August - 8 
The LTTE, meanwhile, claimed that its cadres attacked and killed two troops on patrol, and injured another, on Uppodai road in Vanthaarumoolai, some 20 kilometers north of Batticaloa, on August 8.
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The LTTE, meanwhile, claimed that its cadres attacked and killed two troops on patrol, and injured another, on Uppodai road in Vanthaarumoolai, some 20 kilometers north of Batticaloa, on August 8.
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August - 8 
The Ruling People’s Alliance decided to defer the debate on the Constitution Reforms Bill, the government’s Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said in a release on August 8, and added that the move was necessitated because the Tamil parties prop
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The Ruling People’s Alliance decided to defer the debate on the Constitution Reforms Bill, the government’s Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said in a release on August 8, and added that the move was necessitated because the Tamil parties proposed 40 amendments. Besides, several members wanted to participate in the debate.
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August - 9 
A close associate of a top Hizb-ul Mujahideen commander and prime suspect in the Wandhama massacre case, Bombar Khan, was arrested in Ganderbal. Upon interrogating him security forces were able recover a substantial quantity of arms and ammunition.
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A close associate of a top Hizb-ul Mujahideen commander and prime suspect in the Wandhama massacre case, Bombar Khan, was arrested in Ganderbal. Upon interrogating him security forces were able recover a substantial quantity of arms and ammunition.
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August - 9 
A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was killed in an encounter with security forces in Guwahati, on August 9.
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A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was killed in an encounter with security forces in Guwahati, on August 9.
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August - 9 
Four National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Karmipara, South Tripura district, on August 9. Arms and some incriminating documents were recovered from the scene of the encounter.
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Four National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Karmipara, South Tripura district, on August 9. Arms and some incriminating documents were recovered from the scene of the encounter.
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August - 9 
Four terrorists, including two foreign mercenaries, were killed in separate encounters in Kupwara district, on August 9. A Tehreek-e-Jehad-e-Islami cadre was killed in an encounter in the Rangwar forests. A Pakistani mercenary was killed in Hundi, an
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Four terrorists, including two foreign mercenaries, were killed in separate encounters in Kupwara district, on August 9. A Tehreek-e-Jehad-e-Islami cadre was killed in an encounter in the Rangwar forests. A Pakistani mercenary was killed in Hundi, and a second, identified as a member of the Jaish-e-Mohammad, was killed in Safapora near Srinagar. Three security force personnel were injured in the attack. Meanwhile, a Lashkar-e Toiba terrorist, who was injured in an encounter in Rajwar, on August 8, succumbed to his injuries on August 9. As reported earlier, his associate too was killed in this encounter.
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August - 9 
The Hizb claimed in Islamabad, on August 9, its terrorists had launched the rocket attack on an Army camp in Baramulla district on August 8. Indian official reports held that there were no casualties in that attack, though the Hizb claimed that 12 se
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The Hizb claimed in Islamabad, on August 9, its terrorists had launched the rocket attack on an Army camp in Baramulla district on August 8. Indian official reports held that there were no casualties in that attack, though the Hizb claimed that 12 security force personnel were killed.
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August - 9 
Two civilians were injured in crossfire during an encounter between terrorists and security forces in Faizalabad, Pooch district. No other casualties were reported. In another encounter in Tanka, Doda district, a Special Police Officer was injured.
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Two civilians were injured in crossfire during an encounter between terrorists and security forces in Faizalabad, Pooch district. No other casualties were reported. In another encounter in Tanka, Doda district, a Special Police Officer was injured.
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August - 9 
Two top terrorists of the Tiwa National Revolutionary Front (TNRF)––self-styled Chairman Bhogeswar Bordoloi and s3elf-styled Commander-in-Chief Janak Bordoloi––surrendered in Morigaon district, on August 9, a delayed report said. Security forces seiz
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Two top terrorists of the Tiwa National Revolutionary Front (TNRF)––self-styled Chairman Bhogeswar Bordoloi and s3elf-styled Commander-in-Chief Janak Bordoloi––surrendered in Morigaon district, on August 9, a delayed report said. Security forces seized some incriminating documents, including the 'constitution' of the newly formed outfit. According to police, two other terrorists of the same outfit have been arrested, too.
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August - 9 
Two unidentified terrorists, suspected to be Pakistani mercenaries, were killed in Lakri, Kathua district. A terrorist, attempting to infiltrate into India from across the Line of Control, was killed in Lehran, Rajouri district.
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Two unidentified terrorists, suspected to be Pakistani mercenaries, were killed in Lakri, Kathua district. A terrorist, attempting to infiltrate into India from across the Line of Control, was killed in Lehran, Rajouri district.
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August - 9 
Chief of the Army Staff, Prajjwal Shumshere JB Rana, said in Kathmandu, on August 9, that irrespective of which political party was at the helm of affairs in the country, there was a need to establish a National Security Council, in the real sense of
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Chief of the Army Staff, Prajjwal Shumshere JB Rana, said in Kathmandu, on August 9, that irrespective of which political party was at the helm of affairs in the country, there was a need to establish a National Security Council, in the real sense of the term, and activate it. Rana’s statement comes in the wake of unabated violence by Maoist insurgents and their recent rejection for talks until the government created ‘the right conditions.’ Rana said, " No matter which political power holds power, it is necessary to invigorate the National Security Council and to make it more creative to give continuity to the county's security concept and for the broader interest of the country".
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August - 9 
The Army is currently engaged in imparting training some 1,000 policemen in counter-insurgency operations.
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The Army is currently engaged in imparting training some 1,000 policemen in counter-insurgency operations.
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August - 9 
Besides, the SMIC also revealed that troops killed four LTTE rebels in Arunapura. In a separate incident, an officer and five troops were killed in clashes reported west of Parayankulam, in the Wanni, on August 9.
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Besides, the SMIC also revealed that troops killed four LTTE rebels in Arunapura. In a separate incident, an officer and five troops were killed in clashes reported west of Parayankulam, in the Wanni, on August 9.
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August - 9 
Four more rebels were killed in an attack in Sarasalai on a rebel-safe house, on August 9. At least one rebel cadre, a woman, was killed in clashes in Chavakachcheri, also on August 9, while four troops were injured during the attack. Another rebel L
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Four more rebels were killed in an attack in Sarasalai on a rebel-safe house, on August 9. At least one rebel cadre, a woman, was killed in clashes in Chavakachcheri, also on August 9, while four troops were injured during the attack. Another rebel LTTE cadre was killed in Nagarkovil. Two LTTE cadres are believed to have been injured in an ambush in Ampara, also on August 9.
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August - 9 
In a separate development, Major General Sarath Fonseka was appointed Security Forces Commander, Wanni region, the SMIC announced.
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In a separate development, Major General Sarath Fonseka was appointed Security Forces Commander, Wanni region, the SMIC announced.
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August - 9 
In a separate development, Sri Lanka's Parliament, on August 9, passed a motion moved by the government extending the State of Emergency from August 4 by another month. Besides, five supplementary demands by the Ministry of Defence amounting to SLR 2
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In a separate development, Sri Lanka's Parliament, on August 9, passed a motion moved by the government extending the State of Emergency from August 4 by another month. Besides, five supplementary demands by the Ministry of Defence amounting to SLR 28 billion were also approved by Parliament.
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August - 9 
In a separate incident, three persons were wounded allegedly in artillery firing by security forces, on August 9, in Kaddaiparichchan, Trincomalee district.
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In a separate incident, three persons were wounded allegedly in artillery firing by security forces, on August 9, in Kaddaiparichchan, Trincomalee district.
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August - 9 
In yet another incident, the son of naval personnel and a Naval Rating were killed in a Claymore mine explosion on the Trincomalle-Habarana road.
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In yet another incident, the son of naval personnel and a Naval Rating were killed in a Claymore mine explosion on the Trincomalle-Habarana road.
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August - 10 
A local commander of the Hizb was killed in an encounter at Kandi in Kupwara district. One terrorist, yet to be identified but suspected to be a Pakistani mercenary, and one civilian were killed in an encounter at Ucha Pind in Kathua district.
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A local commander of the Hizb was killed in an encounter at Kandi in Kupwara district. One terrorist, yet to be identified but suspected to be a Pakistani mercenary, and one civilian were killed in an encounter at Ucha Pind in Kathua district.
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August - 10 
In a separate development, a National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist surrendered in Chariduar, Sonitpur district, on August 10.
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In a separate development, a National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist surrendered in Chariduar, Sonitpur district, on August 10.
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August - 10 
In another attack, also by unidentified terrorists in Srinagar, three civilians were injured. In Baramulla town, two other unidentified terrorists attacked a security force personnel party killing one and injuring another. One civilian too was killed
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In another attack, also by unidentified terrorists in Srinagar, three civilians were injured. In Baramulla town, two other unidentified terrorists attacked a security force personnel party killing one and injuring another. One civilian too was killed while six more sustained injuries in the attack. Another security force patrol was attacked at Khanetar in Poonch district. Three security force personnel were killed and two others injured in the attack.
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August - 10 
On the night of August 10, the "chief commander" of Ansar-ul-Islam, a little-known terrorist outfit, was killed in an encounter in Handwara, Kupwara district. In the same district, two more terrorists were killed in separate encounters, in Rangwar an
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On the night of August 10, the "chief commander" of Ansar-ul-Islam, a little-known terrorist outfit, was killed in an encounter in Handwara, Kupwara district. In the same district, two more terrorists were killed in separate encounters, in Rangwar and Bran Khudu.
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August - 10 
On the political front, the deputy chief and spokesman of the Hizb in Srinagar, 'Commander' Masood said, on August 10, the Kashmir unit of Hizb has accepted its supremo, Syed Salauddin's decision to end the cease-fire.
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On the political front, the deputy chief and spokesman of the Hizb in Srinagar, 'Commander' Masood said, on August 10, the Kashmir unit of Hizb has accepted its supremo, Syed Salauddin's decision to end the cease-fire.
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August - 10 
One Afghan-trained terrorist and his four associates were arrested from Jammu town and some explosives were recovered. These explosives, using timer devices, were set off to explode on August 15, India's Independence Day.
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One Afghan-trained terrorist and his four associates were arrested from Jammu town and some explosives were recovered. These explosives, using timer devices, were set off to explode on August 15, India's Independence Day.
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August - 10 
One suspected Pakistani Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) agent was also arrested in New Delhi with some explosives and other devices. Police suspect that the arrested person was sent to India to create trouble on August 15.
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One suspected Pakistani Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) agent was also arrested in New Delhi with some explosives and other devices. Police suspect that the arrested person was sent to India to create trouble on August 15.
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August - 10 
Suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists triggered an explosion near a high-voltage transmission tower in Madhupurgaon, Barpeta district, on August 10.
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Suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists triggered an explosion near a high-voltage transmission tower in Madhupurgaon, Barpeta district, on August 10.
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August - 10 
The cease-fire with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) would be extended to all Naga-inhabited areas of the Northeast region. This had been agreed to in the latest Bangkok negotiation, said NSCN-IM Chairman Isak Chishi S
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The cease-fire with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) would be extended to all Naga-inhabited areas of the Northeast region. This had been agreed to in the latest Bangkok negotiation, said NSCN-IM Chairman Isak Chishi Swu. The outfit is quite active in the hill areas of Manipur and North Cachar Hills of Assam.
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August - 10 
Unidentified terrorists launched a series of co-ordinated attacks in Srinagar, on august 10, beginning with a grenade attack outside a bank. As security forces and journalists crowded around the scene of the attack, a bomb placed in a car parked near
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Unidentified terrorists launched a series of co-ordinated attacks in Srinagar, on august 10, beginning with a grenade attack outside a bank. As security forces and journalists crowded around the scene of the attack, a bomb placed in a car parked nearby exploded, killing 14 persons and injuring 42. Among those killed were nine police personnel and a journalist. Unconfirmed reports indicate that three army men were also killed in the blast. In conflicting statements, both the Lashkar-e Toiba and the Islamabad-spokesman of the Hizb-ul Mujahideen claimed responsibility for the blast.
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August - 10 
Ratnasiri Wickremanayake was sworn is as the country’s Prime Minister, on August 10, replacing Srimavo Bandaranaike, the world’s first woman Prime and mother of the President, Chandrika Kumaratunga. The appointment comes days ahead of the expiry of t
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Ratnasiri Wickremanayake was sworn is as the country’s Prime Minister, on August 10, replacing Srimavo Bandaranaike, the world’s first woman Prime and mother of the President, Chandrika Kumaratunga. The appointment comes days ahead of the expiry of the term of the current House; the term of the present Parliament ends on August 24. Besides, the government already announced that it has deferred the Constitution Reforms Bill.
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August - 10 
The government’s Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) claimed, on August 10, airforce jets bombarded and destroyed Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) Sea Tigers’ base in Chalai, Jaffna peninsula, successfully dodging retaliatory attacks by re
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The government’s Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) claimed, on August 10, airforce jets bombarded and destroyed Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) Sea Tigers’ base in Chalai, Jaffna peninsula, successfully dodging retaliatory attacks by rebels with Surface-to-Air Missiles (SAMs).
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August - 10 
The government's Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said on August 14 that troops laid an ambush and killed a top-intelligence operative and three more rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on August 10, in Kattaparichchan. In an
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The government's Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said on August 14 that troops laid an ambush and killed a top-intelligence operative and three more rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on August 10, in Kattaparichchan. In another incident on August 10, two LTTE rebels attempting to infiltrate into troop-controlled area in Iattovankottie were killed by security force personnel. Yet another rebel was killed in Batticaloa.
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August - 10 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) claimed its cadres attacked two army camps near Puthukulam junction, Mannar, and killed five security force personnel and injured five more, besides capturing an assortment of weapons and ammunition, on Aug
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) claimed its cadres attacked two army camps near Puthukulam junction, Mannar, and killed five security force personnel and injured five more, besides capturing an assortment of weapons and ammunition, on August 10.
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August - 10 
The LTTE, meanwhile, claimed that cadres attacked and wounded four security force personnel on a night patrol in Valaichenai, on August 10. Besides, the LTTE also claimed that two civilians were 'beheaded' by troops in Sithaandy, 24 kilometers north
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The LTTE, meanwhile, claimed that cadres attacked and wounded four security force personnel on a night patrol in Valaichenai, on August 10. Besides, the LTTE also claimed that two civilians were 'beheaded' by troops in Sithaandy, 24 kilometers north of Batticaloa, on August 10.
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August - 10 
Wickremanayake , senior Sri Lanka Freedom Party leader and Home Minister, said, soon after his swearing in, "Terrorism does not respect justice, fair play, law and democracy. Democracy and terrorism cannot go hand in hand. Therefore, war is the only
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Wickremanayake , senior Sri Lanka Freedom Party leader and Home Minister, said, soon after his swearing in, "Terrorism does not respect justice, fair play, law and democracy. Democracy and terrorism cannot go hand in hand. Therefore, war is the only means to eliminate terrorism. However, if the minorities have any grievances we should find solutions to these grievances", referring to the seventeen year-long war with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam rebels and grievances of the minority Tamils.
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August - 11 
A woman injured during a terrorist attack on a security force camp in Dardpora, Kupwara district on August 9 succumbed to her injuries, on August 11.
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A woman injured during a terrorist attack on a security force camp in Dardpora, Kupwara district on August 9 succumbed to her injuries, on August 11.
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August - 11 
Besides, a school-going youngster was killed and another injured when their bus was caught in the crossfire during an encounter in Sonawari, in the same district.
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Besides, a school-going youngster was killed and another injured when their bus was caught in the crossfire during an encounter in Sonawari, in the same district.
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August - 11 
Five terrorists, members of the Lashkar-e Toiba, were killed in an encounter in Ratti Mitti, Rajouri district on August 11. The slain terrorists were part of a 12 member terrorist group that was attempting to infiltrate into India across the Line of
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Five terrorists, members of the Lashkar-e Toiba, were killed in an encounter in Ratti Mitti, Rajouri district on August 11. The slain terrorists were part of a 12 member terrorist group that was attempting to infiltrate into India across the Line of Control. An officer of the security forces and another Rank was injured in the encounter that was continuing when last reports came in.
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August - 11 
In another incident, unidentified terrorists killed a civilian in Thana Mandi in Rajouri district.
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In another incident, unidentified terrorists killed a civilian in Thana Mandi in Rajouri district.
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August - 11 
In Nadihal, Baramulla district, unidentified terrorists attacked the two Ikhwanis, members of a counter-terrorist front, at their respective residences. An Ikhwani and a civilian were killed in these attacks.
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In Nadihal, Baramulla district, unidentified terrorists attacked the two Ikhwanis, members of a counter-terrorist front, at their respective residences. An Ikhwani and a civilian were killed in these attacks.
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August - 11 
In yet another incident, a suspected terrorist was arrested in Kandi Gali. Some grenades and explosives were recovered from him.
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In yet another incident, a suspected terrorist was arrested in Kandi Gali. Some grenades and explosives were recovered from him.
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August - 11 
In yet another incident, two civilians were injured when some unidentified terrorists lobbed a grenade at a security force picket in Amira Kadal.
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In yet another incident, two civilians were injured when some unidentified terrorists lobbed a grenade at a security force picket in Amira Kadal.
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August - 11 
One more officer and three personnel of the security forces were injured while defusing an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted by terrorists in Lasana, Poonch district.
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One more officer and three personnel of the security forces were injured while defusing an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted by terrorists in Lasana, Poonch district.
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August - 11 
On the political front, it has now become clear the Constitution Reforms Bill, already introduced in Parliament, on August 8, would not be taken up during the term of the present House, which is due to conclude on August 24. Instead, the next House w
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On the political front, it has now become clear the Constitution Reforms Bill, already introduced in Parliament, on August 8, would not be taken up during the term of the present House, which is due to conclude on August 24. Instead, the next House would be converted into a Constituent Assembly and the Bill would be considered. President Chandrika Kumaratunga, in an interview to state-controlled Rupavahini, said, on August 11, she was confident that the new Constitution would be implemented within two months after the forthcoming general elections are held and the next House constituted.
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August - 12 
In another encounter in Bandipore, Baramulla district, three Pakistani mercenaries of the Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami were killed. In Kupwara district, two terrorists, suspected Pakistani mercenaries of the Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami, were killed in an encou
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In another encounter in Bandipore, Baramulla district, three Pakistani mercenaries of the Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami were killed. In Kupwara district, two terrorists, suspected Pakistani mercenaries of the Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami, were killed in an encounter at Nowgam. Two Pakistani mercenaries, attempting to infiltrate across the Balnoi sector of the LoC, Poonch district, were killed in a separate incident.
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August - 12 
In another incident, terrorists fired at a jeep and injured three persons on the Jalaya-Patichari road, at Amarpur.
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In another incident, terrorists fired at a jeep and injured three persons on the Jalaya-Patichari road, at Amarpur.
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August - 12 
Earlier, on August 12, two terrorists were killed while attempting to infiltrate into India from across the Line of Control at Ratti Mitti, Rajouri district. As reported earlier, four terrorists were killed in the same area on August 11. An officer b
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Earlier, on August 12, two terrorists were killed while attempting to infiltrate into India from across the Line of Control at Ratti Mitti, Rajouri district. As reported earlier, four terrorists were killed in the same area on August 11. An officer belonging to security forces was also killed and three others were injured during the encounter. All the six slain terrorists were identified as Pakistani mercenaries and members of the Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami.
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August - 12 
In an another incident, four United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in an encounter on August 12.
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In an another incident, four United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in an encounter on August 12.
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August - 12 
In Calcutta, an agent of Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) was arrested on August 12. He is a suspect in the Pahalgam massacre of August 1, in which more that 30 persons were killed.
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In Calcutta, an agent of Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) was arrested on August 12. He is a suspect in the Pahalgam massacre of August 1, in which more that 30 persons were killed.
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August - 12 
Suspected Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) terrorists killed one person in Agamoni, Dhubri district , on August 12.
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Suspected Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) terrorists killed one person in Agamoni, Dhubri district , on August 12.
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August - 12 
Unidentified tribal terrorists killed one person in Chandranagar under Bishalghar sub-division, on August 12.
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Unidentified tribal terrorists killed one person in Chandranagar under Bishalghar sub-division, on August 12.
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August - 12 
On August 12, three consecutive bomb explosions rocked Quetta. No casualties were, however, reported.
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On August 12, three consecutive bomb explosions rocked Quetta. No casualties were, however, reported.
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August - 12 
In an encounter in Samaiala village, Jajarkot district, on August 12, three Maoist insurgents, a security force personnel and a woman were killed, reports said on August 13.
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In an encounter in Samaiala village, Jajarkot district, on August 12, three Maoist insurgents, a security force personnel and a woman were killed, reports said on August 13.
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August - 12 
The run up to the forthcoming Parliamentary polls has already commenced. Prime Minister Wickremanayake paid homage at the Temple of the Tooth Relic, Kandy, on August 12, and called on influential Buddhist clerics, the Mahanayake Theras of Malawatte a
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The run up to the forthcoming Parliamentary polls has already commenced. Prime Minister Wickremanayake paid homage at the Temple of the Tooth Relic, Kandy, on August 12, and called on influential Buddhist clerics, the Mahanayake Theras of Malawatte and Asigriya. He offered to hold more rounds of talks with them on specific sections of the proposed new constitution they are opposed to.
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August - 13 
10 terrorists, suspected foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e Toiba, were killed in an encounter at the Nunkhel Pass, Udhampur district, on August 13.
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10 terrorists, suspected foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e Toiba, were killed in an encounter at the Nunkhel Pass, Udhampur district, on August 13.
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August - 13 
A police officer, injured in the car bomb explosion on August 12 in Srinagar, succumbed to his injuries on August 13.
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A police officer, injured in the car bomb explosion on August 12 in Srinagar, succumbed to his injuries on August 13.
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August - 13 
Besides, two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter in Amlaiguri, near Kumarikata along the Indo-Bhutan border, on August 13, delayed reports stated.
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Besides, two National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists were killed in an encounter in Amlaiguri, near Kumarikata along the Indo-Bhutan border, on August 13, delayed reports stated.
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August - 13 
Four civilians were injured when unidentified terrorists hurled a hand grenade near Madeenat-ul-Aloom at Hazratbal.
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Four civilians were injured when unidentified terrorists hurled a hand grenade near Madeenat-ul-Aloom at Hazratbal.
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August - 13 
Four National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists were killed in Alysiabari, South Tripura district on, August 13, delayed reports stated.
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Four National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists were killed in Alysiabari, South Tripura district on, August 13, delayed reports stated.
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August - 13 
Four terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Assam were killed in an encounter at Tinsukhia district on August 13. No details were available.
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Four terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Assam were killed in an encounter at Tinsukhia district on August 13. No details were available.
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August - 13 
In Kupwara district, one terrorist was killed in an encounter in Rakh Bangish.
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In Kupwara district, one terrorist was killed in an encounter in Rakh Bangish.
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August - 13 
In the same district, two consecutive blasts near Tamatar Morh, on the Jammu-Srinagar highway, killed four security force personnel and injured thirty seven others, on August 13. Eight suspects were arrested for questioning. The Hizb-ul Mujahideen cl
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In the same district, two consecutive blasts near Tamatar Morh, on the Jammu-Srinagar highway, killed four security force personnel and injured thirty seven others, on August 13. Eight suspects were arrested for questioning. The Hizb-ul Mujahideen claimed responsibility for the two attacks.
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August - 13 
In yet another incident, two improvised explosive devices (IEDs), weighing four kg each, were recovered by the security forces near Raomori , four km from the Chapai army camp.
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In yet another incident, two improvised explosive devices (IEDs), weighing four kg each, were recovered by the security forces near Raomori , four km from the Chapai army camp.
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August - 13 
One security force personnel was killed when some terrorists attacked a picket at Khaja Bagh in the same district.
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One security force personnel was killed when some terrorists attacked a picket at Khaja Bagh in the same district.
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August - 13 
One terrorist, identified as a member of the Al Badr, was killed in an encounter in Machil, Baramulla district.
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One terrorist, identified as a member of the Al Badr, was killed in an encounter in Machil, Baramulla district.
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August - 13 
Two security force personnel sustained injuries in a grenade attack on their post in Khaeel, Pulwama district. In another attack in Mathindi Larno, Anantnag district, terrorists triggered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) and injured a security fo
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Two security force personnel sustained injuries in a grenade attack on their post in Khaeel, Pulwama district. In another attack in Mathindi Larno, Anantnag district, terrorists triggered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) and injured a security force personnel. In another incident, four civilians were injured in a bomb explosion perpetrated by terrorists in Srinagar.
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August - 13 
In another incident, two police men were killed and two others were injured when unidentified terrorists attacked them at a checkpoint near Tatepur, in Multan.
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In another incident, two police men were killed and two others were injured when unidentified terrorists attacked them at a checkpoint near Tatepur, in Multan.
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August - 13 
On August 13, a bomb exploded at the office of the Aga Khan Foundation in Chitral. Police suspect that tensions between the Foundation and some religious groups were the cause for the act. This is the third blast in recent months at the Foundation pr
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On August 13, a bomb exploded at the office of the Aga Khan Foundation in Chitral. Police suspect that tensions between the Foundation and some religious groups were the cause for the act. This is the third blast in recent months at the Foundation premises. The Foundation was reopened just recently after a judicial inquiry into the murder of Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam leader Maulana Ubaidullah Chitrali ruled that the Foundation had no hand in it.
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August - 13 
Twelve civilians were injured, three of them seriously, when a bomb exploded at the busy Rail Bazaar in Okara on August 13. Police are yet to identify the perpetrators of the blast.
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Twelve civilians were injured, three of them seriously, when a bomb exploded at the busy Rail Bazaar in Okara on August 13. Police are yet to identify the perpetrators of the blast.
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August - 13 
In a separate development, unidentified, masked persons attacked an Opposition united National Party rally near Gampala, 40 km north west of the capital Colombo, on August 13, and injured 15 people.
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In a separate development, unidentified, masked persons attacked an Opposition united National Party rally near Gampala, 40 km north west of the capital Colombo, on August 13, and injured 15 people.
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August - 13 
The SMIC, further, revealed that LTTE cadres shot dead a rival People's Liberation Organisation of Tamil Eelam (PLOTE) cadre in Poonttam, on August 13.
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The SMIC, further, revealed that LTTE cadres shot dead a rival People's Liberation Organisation of Tamil Eelam (PLOTE) cadre in Poonttam, on August 13.
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August - 14 
14 civilians were injured when in a terrorist-attack on a transport van with grenades in Pulwama town. A security force personnel was injured in another terrorist attack at Pattan. In a similar incident, another security force personnel was injured i
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14 civilians were injured when in a terrorist-attack on a transport van with grenades in Pulwama town. A security force personnel was injured in another terrorist attack at Pattan. In a similar incident, another security force personnel was injured in Adipora, Sopore. Yet another security force personnel and a civilian were injured in a third terrorist attack in Wachhpora, Pulwama district.
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August - 14 
Another group of 12 ULFA terrorists surrendered in Mangaldai, Darrang district, on the same day.
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Another group of 12 ULFA terrorists surrendered in Mangaldai, Darrang district, on the same day.
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August - 14 
As many as 288 terrorists belonging to various outfits surrendered in the presence of the Chief Minister, Prafulla Kumar Mahanta, in Guwahati, on August 14. Among the surrendered terrorists, 242 were from United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), fiv
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As many as 288 terrorists belonging to various outfits surrendered in the presence of the Chief Minister, Prafulla Kumar Mahanta, in Guwahati, on August 14. Among the surrendered terrorists, 242 were from United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), five from the NDFB, 25 from National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), United People's Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), 12 from the Rava National Security Force (RNSF), two from the Dima Halong Daoga (DHD) and two from Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA).
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August - 14 
In another incident, a National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist was killed during an encounter in Kachugaon, Kokrajhar district, on August 14, a delayed report stated.
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In another incident, a National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorist was killed during an encounter in Kachugaon, Kokrajhar district, on August 14, a delayed report stated.
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August - 14 
Joint Secretary, Union Home Ministry, G.K. Pillai, said, on August 14, that the cease-fire with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland--Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) group is confined only to Nagaland and there has been no agreement to extend it to all N
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Joint Secretary, Union Home Ministry, G.K. Pillai, said, on August 14, that the cease-fire with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland--Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) group is confined only to Nagaland and there has been no agreement to extend it to all Naga-inhabited areas. NSCN-IM earlier claimed to the contrary.
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August - 14 
On August 14, three civilians were killed by unidentified terrorists in Kot Dhara, Rajouri district.
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On August 14, three civilians were killed by unidentified terrorists in Kot Dhara, Rajouri district.
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August - 14 
One more civilian sustained injuries during an exchange of fire between security force personnel and terrorists in Takiya Mehmood Shah, in Bijbehara.
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One more civilian sustained injuries during an exchange of fire between security force personnel and terrorists in Takiya Mehmood Shah, in Bijbehara.
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August - 14 
Security forces arrested a Kachin-trained ULFA terrorist from Kendugur, Sibsagar district, on August 14, and some ammunition
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Security forces arrested a Kachin-trained ULFA terrorist from Kendugur, Sibsagar district, on August 14, and some ammunition
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August - 14 
Two civilians were abducted by unidentified terrorists in Tiyari, Doda district.
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Two civilians were abducted by unidentified terrorists in Tiyari, Doda district.
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August - 14 
Five members of a family were killed while two others were injured when a bomb exploded at their residence in a border town near Peshawar on August 14.
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Five members of a family were killed while two others were injured when a bomb exploded at their residence in a border town near Peshawar on August 14.
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August - 14 
The government’s Special Media Information Centre said on August 15 that security forces took into custody a Tamil engineer on August 14, in Vavuniya, on charges of supplying maps of security force camps to the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)
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The government’s Special Media Information Centre said on August 15 that security forces took into custody a Tamil engineer on August 14, in Vavuniya, on charges of supplying maps of security force camps to the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).
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August - 15 
A Hizbul Mujahideen terrorist was killed in an encounter in Bemina, Srinagar, on August 15. Some unofficial reports contradicted the affiliation of the terrorist and held that he was a Lashkar-e Toiba cadre and was the assassin of five police personn
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A Hizbul Mujahideen terrorist was killed in an encounter in Bemina, Srinagar, on August 15. Some unofficial reports contradicted the affiliation of the terrorist and held that he was a Lashkar-e Toiba cadre and was the assassin of five police personnel and a ruling National Conference activist.
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August - 15 
A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was killed in an encounter in Duliajan, Dibrugarh district, on August 15. Arms ammunition, an extortion diary and cash amounting to Rs 2,17,200 were recovered from the slain terrorist.
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A United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist was killed in an encounter in Duliajan, Dibrugarh district, on August 15. Arms ammunition, an extortion diary and cash amounting to Rs 2,17,200 were recovered from the slain terrorist.
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August - 15 
Besides, a powerful IED filled with 30 kg RDX in Shid Marhot, Poonch district
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Besides, a powerful IED filled with 30 kg RDX in Shid Marhot, Poonch district
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August - 15 
In another incident, local residents and Hizb militants reportedly attacked a Lashkar hideout and killed one, in Niki Mori Dhok, Poonch district. This follows an incident in which the son of a religious leader, killed in July by terrorists, was beate
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In another incident, local residents and Hizb militants reportedly attacked a Lashkar hideout and killed one, in Niki Mori Dhok, Poonch district. This follows an incident in which the son of a religious leader, killed in July by terrorists, was beaten up on August 14.
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August - 15 
In three separate incidents, terrorists attacked security forces at Theed Harwan, Panzipora and Cherkoot, Kupwara district. One civilian was injured in the third attack.
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In three separate incidents, terrorists attacked security forces at Theed Harwan, Panzipora and Cherkoot, Kupwara district. One civilian was injured in the third attack.
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August - 15 
Security forces detected and defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted by terrorists at a temple in Jammu.
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Security forces detected and defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted by terrorists at a temple in Jammu.
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August - 15 
Seven terrorists belonging to the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) surrendered in Tinsukia district, on August 15, a delayed report stated.
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Seven terrorists belonging to the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) surrendered in Tinsukia district, on August 15, a delayed report stated.
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August - 15 
Two suspected foreign mercenaries were killed in an encounter in Machil, Kupwara district, on August 15. A civilian who was aiding security forces in the operation was also killed while another was injured. In the same district, an unidentified terro
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Two suspected foreign mercenaries were killed in an encounter in Machil, Kupwara district, on August 15. A civilian who was aiding security forces in the operation was also killed while another was injured. In the same district, an unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter near Ragni in Karnah. An unidentified mercenary, suspected Afghan national, was killed in Barneli, Udhampur district.
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August - 15 
One person, injured in the August 14-Okara bomb blast (reported earlier), succumbed to his injuries on August 15.
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One person, injured in the August 14-Okara bomb blast (reported earlier), succumbed to his injuries on August 15.
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August - 15 
A police patrol party in retaliatory firing, on August 15, near Badanku village, Kalikot, killed three Maoist insurgents. Another insurgent was shot dead in an exchange of fire in the forest in Accham district, also on August 15. Besides, 24 policeme
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A police patrol party in retaliatory firing, on August 15, near Badanku village, Kalikot, killed three Maoist insurgents. Another insurgent was shot dead in an exchange of fire in the forest in Accham district, also on August 15. Besides, 24 policemen, who sustained minor injuries and were reported missing after clashes with the insurgents, returned to safety on August 15, to Mangalsen, the headquarters of Accham district, reports stated.
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August - 15 
A pro-LTTE news network, meanwhile, claimed on August 15 that airforce jets made several sorties and bombed areas in the Vanni in an attempt to destroy rebel-held positions and fuel and ammunition dumps.
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A pro-LTTE news network, meanwhile, claimed on August 15 that airforce jets made several sorties and bombed areas in the Vanni in an attempt to destroy rebel-held positions and fuel and ammunition dumps.
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August - 15 
In another incident, two persons were allegedly killed in an ambush laid by troops in Vaalakkaalai, on August 15.
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In another incident, two persons were allegedly killed in an ambush laid by troops in Vaalakkaalai, on August 15.
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August - 15 
The clandestine rebel radio, Voice of Tigers maintained, on August 19, that a school building in Puthukudiyiruppu was damaged in a raid by airforce jets, in the Mullaithivu district, on August 15.
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The clandestine rebel radio, Voice of Tigers maintained, on August 19, that a school building in Puthukudiyiruppu was damaged in a raid by airforce jets, in the Mullaithivu district, on August 15.
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August - 15 
The government's Special Media Information Centre said on August 16 that a senior LTTE leader and three more junior-ranking rebel leaders were killed in raids by the airforce on August 15, in Mullaithivu. One more rebel cadre was killed in clashes re
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The government's Special Media Information Centre said on August 16 that a senior LTTE leader and three more junior-ranking rebel leaders were killed in raids by the airforce on August 15, in Mullaithivu. One more rebel cadre was killed in clashes reported near Nagarkovil, also on August 15.
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Troops killed three LTTE rebels in Ponnar, on August 16. In a separate attack, troops destroyed a LTTE bunker in Meesalai, on August 15, and killed two rebels. One more rebel was killed in clashes with personnel of the Special Task force, in Velekala
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Troops killed three LTTE rebels in Ponnar, on August 16. In a separate attack, troops destroyed a LTTE bunker in Meesalai, on August 15, and killed two rebels. One more rebel was killed in clashes with personnel of the Special Task force, in Velekala, Ampara.
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August - 16 
A 24-hour long curfew has been clamped on Shillong, on August 16, following exchange of fire between police and suspected Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) terrorists, in which one policeman was killed and another was injured.
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A 24-hour long curfew has been clamped on Shillong, on August 16, following exchange of fire between police and suspected Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) terrorists, in which one policeman was killed and another was injured.
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August - 16 
Continuing with attacks on civilian population, a group of foreign mercenaries, members of the Lashkar-e-Toiba, abducted five civilians in Dehri, Poonch district.
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Continuing with attacks on civilian population, a group of foreign mercenaries, members of the Lashkar-e-Toiba, abducted five civilians in Dehri, Poonch district.
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August - 16 
In another incident, unidentified terrorists killed two civilians in Handwara, Kupwara district.
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In another incident, unidentified terrorists killed two civilians in Handwara, Kupwara district.
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August - 16 
In Rajouri district, terrorists attacked a private residence in Kot Dhara. Two members of the family were injured in the incident.
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In Rajouri district, terrorists attacked a private residence in Kot Dhara. Two members of the family were injured in the incident.
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August - 16 
On August 16, terrorists fired rockets during the night at the Banihal police station, also in Doda district, and caused minor damage to the structure. No casualties were, however, reported in the attack.
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On August 16, terrorists fired rockets during the night at the Banihal police station, also in Doda district, and caused minor damage to the structure. No casualties were, however, reported in the attack.
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August - 16 
Six security force personnel, including an officer, were injured in a land mine explosion set-off by terrorists in Achbal. In yet another incident, 27 civilians were injured when terrorists lobbed a grenade at a security force picket at Bijbehara . A
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Six security force personnel, including an officer, were injured in a land mine explosion set-off by terrorists in Achbal. In yet another incident, 27 civilians were injured when terrorists lobbed a grenade at a security force picket at Bijbehara . Also, a civilian was inujured in a terrorist attack in Shopian.
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August - 16 
The body of a civilian, abducted earlier by terrorists, was recovered from Palhalan.
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The body of a civilian, abducted earlier by terrorists, was recovered from Palhalan.
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August - 16 
The Union Home Secretary, Kamal Pande, said in New Delhi, on August 16, that bomb disposal squads were being raised within the Border Security Force in view of increasing bomb attacks and use of Improvises Explosive Devices by terrorists in Jammu and
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The Union Home Secretary, Kamal Pande, said in New Delhi, on August 16, that bomb disposal squads were being raised within the Border Security Force in view of increasing bomb attacks and use of Improvises Explosive Devices by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir.
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August - 16 
Two Hizb-ul Mujahideen terrorists were killed in an encounter in Warpora, Kupwara district, on August 16. Besides, in an encounter near the Line of Control in Uri, Barmaulla district, one terrorist was killed.
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Two Hizb-ul Mujahideen terrorists were killed in an encounter in Warpora, Kupwara district, on August 16. Besides, in an encounter near the Line of Control in Uri, Barmaulla district, one terrorist was killed.
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August - 16 
Two left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), were arrested on August 16, in Parkal, Warrangal district. Some grenades and other explosives were recovered from them. Police claim that the arrested Naxalites were involved in rai
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Two left-wing extremists, Naxalites of the People’s War Group (PWG), were arrested on August 16, in Parkal, Warrangal district. Some grenades and other explosives were recovered from them. Police claim that the arrested Naxalites were involved in raising funds for the PWG.
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August - 16 
The Pakistan Rangers Intelligence Unit claimed to have arrested eight terrorists, allegedly trained by India's external intelligence agency, the Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW), in Lahore and Kasur, on August 16. Four of them, produced before repor
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The Pakistan Rangers Intelligence Unit claimed to have arrested eight terrorists, allegedly trained by India's external intelligence agency, the Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW), in Lahore and Kasur, on August 16. Four of them, produced before reporters in Lahore, stated they had been trained in various places in India and were provided bombs and have been instructed on intended targets. The Rangers further claimed that the arrested terrorists were responsible for 10 bomb blasts in which an estimated 60 people were killed over the past two years. All the eight were identified as Pakistani nationals.
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August - 16 
The Deputy Prime Minister, Ram Chandra Paudel, said, on August 16, that the government would soon initiate a basket funding programme in the districts which have been affected by violence unleashed by Maoist insurgents. These include Rolpa, Kalikot,
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The Deputy Prime Minister, Ram Chandra Paudel, said, on August 16, that the government would soon initiate a basket funding programme in the districts which have been affected by violence unleashed by Maoist insurgents. These include Rolpa, Kalikot, Rukum, Jajarkot and Salyan.
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August - 16 
All that apart, a recently acquired Sukanya class Indian Off-shore Patrol Vessel (OPV) would soon be commissioned to intercept and engage LTTE vessels laden with arms, the government said, on August 16.
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All that apart, a recently acquired Sukanya class Indian Off-shore Patrol Vessel (OPV) would soon be commissioned to intercept and engage LTTE vessels laden with arms, the government said, on August 16.
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August - 16 
Besides, it was alleged on August 16 that security forces took eight people into custody from Thumbankerny, near Amparai. The Superintendent of Police denied the allegation.
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Besides, it was alleged on August 16 that security forces took eight people into custody from Thumbankerny, near Amparai. The Superintendent of Police denied the allegation.
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August - 16 
On August 16, a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel made a vain suicide killing attempt. An officer of the Sri Lankan Army and a soldier were seriously injured while a nine year-old girl was killed when a suicide bomber, who was also killed
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On August 16, a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebel made a vain suicide killing attempt. An officer of the Sri Lankan Army and a soldier were seriously injured while a nine year-old girl was killed when a suicide bomber, who was also killed, struck at a troops vehicle in Vavuniya in the evening.
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August - 16 
The former Prime Minister of Norway, Kjell Magne Bondevik, is due to visit the country for two days from today, August 16. He would call on the President, Chandrika Kumaratunga, and would also meet the Leader of the Opposition, Ranil Wickremasinghe a
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The former Prime Minister of Norway, Kjell Magne Bondevik, is due to visit the country for two days from today, August 16. He would call on the President, Chandrika Kumaratunga, and would also meet the Leader of the Opposition, Ranil Wickremasinghe and leaders of Tamil parties. It may be recollected that Norway is trying to mediate between the government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).
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August - 17 
In Poonch district, one Special Police Officer (SPO) was killed by unidentified terrorists in Battian.
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In Poonch district, one Special Police Officer (SPO) was killed by unidentified terrorists in Battian.
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August - 17 
A junior Indian Air Force officer, presently serving in Delhi, was arrested by Karnataka Police in connection with the recent bomb blasts that targeted churches in Karnataka, and elsewheere in the country, and for allegedly collecting and passing on
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A junior Indian Air Force officer, presently serving in Delhi, was arrested by Karnataka Police in connection with the recent bomb blasts that targeted churches in Karnataka, and elsewheere in the country, and for allegedly collecting and passing on "sensitive" defence information to Pakistan. Police claimed that the officer, a native of Andhra Pradesh, is a member of the Deendar Anjuman Channabasaveshwara Siddique, an Islamic extremist group accused of organising the church balsts.
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August - 17 
A terrorist and a security force personnel were killed during an encounter in Bazipora, Baramulla district.
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A terrorist and a security force personnel were killed during an encounter in Bazipora, Baramulla district.
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August - 17 
In a related development, two Deendar activists were arrested in the southern Indian city of Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh and Nanded, Maharashtra in connection with the blasts in churches.
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In a related development, two Deendar activists were arrested in the southern Indian city of Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh and Nanded, Maharashtra in connection with the blasts in churches.
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August - 17 
Three security force personnel were injured in a blast caused by an Improvised Explosive Device in Safpora.
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Three security force personnel were injured in a blast caused by an Improvised Explosive Device in Safpora.
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August - 17 
Two security force personnel were killed while two others were seriously injured when a patrol party was trapped in a landmine blast in Buzla, Doda district, on August 17. Besides, security forces detected and defused an Improvised Explosive Device p
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Two security force personnel were killed while two others were seriously injured when a patrol party was trapped in a landmine blast in Buzla, Doda district, on August 17. Besides, security forces detected and defused an Improvised Explosive Device planted by terrorists in Doda district.
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August - 17 
Two terrorists of the Hizb-ul Mujahideen surrendered in Rajouri district, on August 17. The two reportedly claimed that they decided to surrender after witnessing atrocities being committed on the local population by foreign mercenaries of the Lashka
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Two terrorists of the Hizb-ul Mujahideen surrendered in Rajouri district, on August 17. The two reportedly claimed that they decided to surrender after witnessing atrocities being committed on the local population by foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e-Toiba, Harkat-ul-Ansar and Harkat-ul Jehad Islami.
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August - 17 
Unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir massacred six civilians in Kot Dhara, Rajouri district, on the evening of August 17.
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Unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir massacred six civilians in Kot Dhara, Rajouri district, on the evening of August 17.
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August - 17 
A Maoist insurgents’ District Commander, now in police custody, reportedly accused the government of infringing fundamental rights ‘guaranteed by the Constitution of Nepal. Dev Narayan Yadav said, "We talk of rule of law but the rights affirmed by th
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A Maoist insurgents’ District Commander, now in police custody, reportedly accused the government of infringing fundamental rights ‘guaranteed by the Constitution of Nepal. Dev Narayan Yadav said, "We talk of rule of law but the rights affirmed by the Constitution are violated," and went on to add, "the current government has ridiculed the rule of law and human rights."
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August - 17 
A Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) Member of Parliament representing Batticaloa said, in a complaint to President Kumaratunga that, farmers in Vaalaikkaalai, 25 km away from Batticaloa, had to give up farming due to the deeds of Special Task Forc
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A Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) Member of Parliament representing Batticaloa said, in a complaint to President Kumaratunga that, farmers in Vaalaikkaalai, 25 km away from Batticaloa, had to give up farming due to the deeds of Special Task Force personnel in the area. Reportedly, four persons, including a Village Officer, were shot dead in this area since July 10.
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August - 17 
The government’s Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said on August 18 that troops clashed with Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in Ponnar, Jaffna, on August 17, and killed at least four LTTE cadres.
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The government’s Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said on August 18 that troops clashed with Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in Ponnar, Jaffna, on August 17, and killed at least four LTTE cadres.
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August - 17 
The rebels attacked troops manning defences with mortar fire on August 17 at three places, in Chemmani, Chavakachcheri and Kilali. Further, troops conducted search and cordon operations in Maniyarkulam and Kungikulan, in the Wanni.
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The rebels attacked troops manning defences with mortar fire on August 17 at three places, in Chemmani, Chavakachcheri and Kilali. Further, troops conducted search and cordon operations in Maniyarkulam and Kungikulan, in the Wanni.
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August - 17 
The Sri Lankan Air Force continued to attack Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) positions. On August 17, airforce jets bombed the are around Colombuthurai. Though details of rebel casualties are not available, initial reports stated that four hi
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The Sri Lankan Air Force continued to attack Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) positions. On August 17, airforce jets bombed the are around Colombuthurai. Though details of rebel casualties are not available, initial reports stated that four high-ranking rebel leaders, including a self-styled Lt. Colonel were killed in the attack, earlier on August 15, the government’s Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) disclosed.
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August - 17 
Two more were killed in Nagarkovil, also on August 17. Besides, a security force personnel was killed in LTTE mortar firing.
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Two more were killed in Nagarkovil, also on August 17. Besides, a security force personnel was killed in LTTE mortar firing.
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August - 18 
Four terrorists belonging to the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and two to the Rabha National Security Force (RNSF) surrendered in Guwahati, on August 18. Meanwhile, Assam Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta, on August 18, invited terrorist
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Four terrorists belonging to the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and two to the Rabha National Security Force (RNSF) surrendered in Guwahati, on August 18. Meanwhile, Assam Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta, on August 18, invited terrorist outfits, including the banned ULFA and National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), for negotiations to end the insurgency problem in the State.
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August - 18 
Further details are awaited. Meanwhile,reports stated that the Union Defence Minister, George Fernandes, would visit Tripura on August 30 to make an assessment about the requirement for the deployment of army to combat insurgency in the State.
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Further details are awaited. Meanwhile,reports stated that the Union Defence Minister, George Fernandes, would visit Tripura on August 30 to make an assessment about the requirement for the deployment of army to combat insurgency in the State.
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August - 18 
In the same area, security forces detected and defused an Improvised Explosive Device.
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In the same area, security forces detected and defused an Improvised Explosive Device.
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August - 18 
On August 18, two civilians and a terrorist were killed in separate incidents in Poonch district. The terrorist was killed during a raid by security forces on a terrorist hideout in Nakka Majiari. While one civilian was killed at Mendhar by security
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On August 18, two civilians and a terrorist were killed in separate incidents in Poonch district. The terrorist was killed during a raid by security forces on a terrorist hideout in Nakka Majiari. While one civilian was killed at Mendhar by security forces after he defied curfew orders and refused to stop when ordered to, the other was killed by terrorists at Surankote.
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August - 18 
Two civilians were killed in an attack by left wing extremists, Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG), on the house of a local politician in Konta, Bastar division, in the central Indian State of Madhya Pradesh, on August 18.
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Two civilians were killed in an attack by left wing extremists, Naxalites of the People's War Group (PWG), on the house of a local politician in Konta, Bastar division, in the central Indian State of Madhya Pradesh, on August 18.
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August - 18 
Unidentified terrorists in Tripura killed a person was killed and three others, on August 18.
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Unidentified terrorists in Tripura killed a person was killed and three others, on August 18.
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August - 18 
A Nepali English language daily, Kathmandu Post said the Police Headquarters, Kathmandu, has asked all Regional Police Offices to desist from making any announcements to the press on encounters between police and Maoist insurgents. Further, it was di
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A Nepali English language daily, Kathmandu Post said the Police Headquarters, Kathmandu, has asked all Regional Police Offices to desist from making any announcements to the press on encounters between police and Maoist insurgents. Further, it was disclosed that henceforth the Police Headquarters would brief the press on any such incidents.
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August - 18 
In a separate development, the government announced that it was appointing Major General Lional Balagalle as the Army Commander from August 24, in the place of Lieutenant General Srilal Weerasooriya, who is due to retire on that date.
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In a separate development, the government announced that it was appointing Major General Lional Balagalle as the Army Commander from August 24, in the place of Lieutenant General Srilal Weerasooriya, who is due to retire on that date.
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August - 18 
President Chandrika Kumaratunga dissolved Parliament effective midnight August 18, six days ahead of the actual date on which its term was to end. A nationwide poll to elect the new Parliament is scheduled for October 10. Lacking in the required numb
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President Chandrika Kumaratunga dissolved Parliament effective midnight August 18, six days ahead of the actual date on which its term was to end. A nationwide poll to elect the new Parliament is scheduled for October 10. Lacking in the required numbers, the President could not push through two Bills in Parliament, one relating to a new Constitution and another to a new set of electoral procedures.
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August - 18 
The LTTE’s clandestine Voice of Tigers radio, meanwhile, alleged that two more skeletons, were recovered in Kilinochchi, and that, with these, the number of skeletons recovered in the area rose to 55. Besides, reports maintained that two persons arre
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The LTTE’s clandestine Voice of Tigers radio, meanwhile, alleged that two more skeletons, were recovered in Kilinochchi, and that, with these, the number of skeletons recovered in the area rose to 55. Besides, reports maintained that two persons arrested earlier by troops, on august 10, in Vavuniya, were missing.
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August - 19 
A foreign mercenary, Jaish-e-Mohammed activist, was killed in an encounter on August 19.
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A foreign mercenary, Jaish-e-Mohammed activist, was killed in an encounter on August 19.
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August - 19 
In a follow-up to the recent arrest of a United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist, police, on August 19, arrested six persons in Elengmora Sonarigaon, near Guwahati, on charges of giving shelter to ULFA militants.
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In a follow-up to the recent arrest of a United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorist, police, on August 19, arrested six persons in Elengmora Sonarigaon, near Guwahati, on charges of giving shelter to ULFA militants.
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August - 19 
Suspected terrorists of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) killed the president of Bodo Sahitya Sabha, Bineswar Brahma, at his residence, in Guwahati, on August 19. Police suspect that he was killed for his role in mediating and arrangi
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Suspected terrorists of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) killed the president of Bodo Sahitya Sabha, Bineswar Brahma, at his residence, in Guwahati, on August 19. Police suspect that he was killed for his role in mediating and arranging the cease-fire between the government and the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT). Newspaper reports have also speculated that the NDFB had opposed Bineswar Brahma's idea of adopting Devanagiri script for Bodo language, later endorsed by the Bodo Sahitya Sabha. The NDFB was pressuring the Sabha to adopt Roman script for the Bodo language.
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August - 19 
Unidentified terrorists, suspected to be foreign mercenary cadres of the Lashkar-e-Toiba, attacked four residences in Ind, Udhampur district, and killed six civilians, on August 19.
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Unidentified terrorists, suspected to be foreign mercenary cadres of the Lashkar-e-Toiba, attacked four residences in Ind, Udhampur district, and killed six civilians, on August 19.
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August - 19 
In continuing clashes with police in Daha village, four Maoist insurgents were killed on August 19, reports stated on august 21. Police also recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition from the scene of the encounter.
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In continuing clashes with police in Daha village, four Maoist insurgents were killed on August 19, reports stated on august 21. Police also recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition from the scene of the encounter.
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Four rebels were killed in an attack by troops on their bunker in Chavakachcheri, on August 19. A day later, on August 20, one more rebel was killed at the same place.
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Four rebels were killed in an attack by troops on their bunker in Chavakachcheri, on August 19. A day later, on August 20, one more rebel was killed at the same place.
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August - 19 
It was, meanwhile, reported that a suspected LTTE male suicide bomber was arrested in Colombo. Three cyanide capsules were recovered from his person. It is believed that he entered Colombo in July and was planning to target oil storage installations.
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It was, meanwhile, reported that a suspected LTTE male suicide bomber was arrested in Colombo. Three cyanide capsules were recovered from his person. It is believed that he entered Colombo in July and was planning to target oil storage installations.
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August - 19 
Police, meanwhile, said they believe that the LTTE had shot dead three fishermen at the Wilpattu Tank, in the jungles near Nochchiyagama. Incidentally, all the three killed are Sinhlaese. The Nochchiyagama police is conducting investigations.
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Police, meanwhile, said they believe that the LTTE had shot dead three fishermen at the Wilpattu Tank, in the jungles near Nochchiyagama. Incidentally, all the three killed are Sinhlaese. The Nochchiyagama police is conducting investigations.
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August - 19 
The government’s Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said that troops killed 12 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in separate incidents, on August 19. Three rebels were killed in an attack on their bunker in Nunavil, Jaffna. A secur
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The government’s Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said that troops killed 12 Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in separate incidents, on August 19. Three rebels were killed in an attack on their bunker in Nunavil, Jaffna. A security force-patrol party in an attack killed four more rebels, in clashes reported Northeast of Sooriyawewa. Yet another rebel was killed west of Colombuthurai. Further, one more LTTE rebel was killed in Ponnar. Troops confronted a group of LTTE rebels north of Wilganwehera, Trincomalee and killed two rebel cadres besides capturing another. Besides, a rebel cadre was killed in an ambush in Serunuwara.
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August - 20 
A civilian, earlier attacked by terrorists in Shopian, on August 17, succumbed to his injuries on August 20.
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A civilian, earlier attacked by terrorists in Shopian, on August 17, succumbed to his injuries on August 20.
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August - 20 
An eight-member extortionist gang, reported to be supplying arms to left wing extremists, Naxalites, was arrested in Mulug, Warrangal district, on August 20. Some arms were recovered from the gang.
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An eight-member extortionist gang, reported to be supplying arms to left wing extremists, Naxalites, was arrested in Mulug, Warrangal district, on August 20. Some arms were recovered from the gang.
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August - 20 
Another terrorist of the same outfit was arrested in Mangaldai, Kalaigaon.
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Another terrorist of the same outfit was arrested in Mangaldai, Kalaigaon.
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August - 20 
Besides, another civilian was injured in a terrorist attack in Manghama, Tral district.
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Besides, another civilian was injured in a terrorist attack in Manghama, Tral district.
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August - 20 
In another incident, two NDFB terrorists were killed in an encounter in Nalbari district.
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In another incident, two NDFB terrorists were killed in an encounter in Nalbari district.
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August - 20 
On the night of August 20, a foreign mercenary, a Pakistani national, was killed in another encounter in Sogam, Kupwara district. A second terrorist was killed in an encounter in Bakhtoor-Gurez, Baramulla district.
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On the night of August 20, a foreign mercenary, a Pakistani national, was killed in another encounter in Sogam, Kupwara district. A second terrorist was killed in an encounter in Bakhtoor-Gurez, Baramulla district.
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August - 20 
One mercenary, suspected to be a Pakistani national, was killed in an encounter near the Line of Control in Kamour, Samba sector.
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One mercenary, suspected to be a Pakistani national, was killed in an encounter near the Line of Control in Kamour, Samba sector.
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August - 20 
Several gun battles were reported between terrorists and security forces in different areas of the city. No casualties were reported in these incidents.
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Several gun battles were reported between terrorists and security forces in different areas of the city. No casualties were reported in these incidents.
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August - 20 
Six terrorists of the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) were arrested on August 18 during raids and combing operations conducted in different parts of Shillong.
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Six terrorists of the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) were arrested on August 18 during raids and combing operations conducted in different parts of Shillong.
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August - 20 
Besides, on the same day, the insurgents killed a policeman, in Sindupalchowk, and escaped into the adjoining forests.
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Besides, on the same day, the insurgents killed a policeman, in Sindupalchowk, and escaped into the adjoining forests.
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August - 20 
The Prime Minister, Girija Prasad Koirala, addressing a Ruling Nepali Congerss convention, said the door was open for negotiations with the insurgents.
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The Prime Minister, Girija Prasad Koirala, addressing a Ruling Nepali Congerss convention, said the door was open for negotiations with the insurgents.
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August - 20 
The main Opposition party, the Bangladesh National Party (BNP), and its allies, organised protest demonstrations following the gunning down of one of its prominent leaders, Habibur Rahman Mondal, a lawyer, and another lawyer, in Dhaka. The party alle
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The main Opposition party, the Bangladesh National Party (BNP), and its allies, organised protest demonstrations following the gunning down of one of its prominent leaders, Habibur Rahman Mondal, a lawyer, and another lawyer, in Dhaka. The party alleged that the killing was the handiwork of terrorists who had government support. ''We think terrorists under the shelter of the government have committed the gruesome killing,'' Abudul Mannan Bhuiyan, Secretary General of the BNP, said, on August 20.
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August - 20 
Unidentified gunmen in the capital, Dhaka, killed an Opposition Bangladesh National Party leader and lawyer, Habibur Rahman Mandal. Mandal’s enraged supporters indulged in a spree of violence, damaging shops and setting vehicles on fire, reports said
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Unidentified gunmen in the capital, Dhaka, killed an Opposition Bangladesh National Party leader and lawyer, Habibur Rahman Mandal. Mandal’s enraged supporters indulged in a spree of violence, damaging shops and setting vehicles on fire, reports said on August 21.
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August - 20 
In one more incident reported on August 20, two LTTE cadres were killed in Kovilkadu.
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In one more incident reported on August 20, two LTTE cadres were killed in Kovilkadu.
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August - 20 
The government’s Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said on August 21 that three security force personnel were killed in an ambush laid by Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels, on August 20, in Bakkiella, Ampara.
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The government’s Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said on August 21 that three security force personnel were killed in an ambush laid by Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels, on August 20, in Bakkiella, Ampara.
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August - 20 
The government’s Special Media Information Centre said, in a release on August 20, that the Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand, Banyat Bautadtan, assured a delegation led by the Defence Secretary, Chandana de Silva, that his government would not let t
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The government’s Special Media Information Centre said, in a release on August 20, that the Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand, Banyat Bautadtan, assured a delegation led by the Defence Secretary, Chandana de Silva, that his government would not let the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) use its soil for terrorist activities.
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August - 20 
The LTTE, meanwhile, claimed that its cadres laid an ambush and killed three security force personnel, on August 20, in the 11th Colony, near the Batticaloa–ampara border. Also, it has been claimed that a farmer was killed in troops firing, some 20km
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The LTTE, meanwhile, claimed that its cadres laid an ambush and killed three security force personnel, on August 20, in the 11th Colony, near the Batticaloa–ampara border. Also, it has been claimed that a farmer was killed in troops firing, some 20km north of Batticaloa.
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August - 20 
Two more were wounded. Two LTTE rebels were killed in clashes reported in Maduvil North, also on August 20. LTTE rebels in Sarasalai fired at troops and wounded a soldier, in yet another incident on August 20.
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Two more were wounded. Two LTTE rebels were killed in clashes reported in Maduvil North, also on August 20. LTTE rebels in Sarasalai fired at troops and wounded a soldier, in yet another incident on August 20.
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August - 21 
A civilian was attacked and injured by terrorists in Monghama, Pulwama district. In another attack in Srinagar, another civilian was injured when terrorists lobbed a grenade at a security force patrol. One more civilian was injured in a mine triggere
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A civilian was attacked and injured by terrorists in Monghama, Pulwama district. In another attack in Srinagar, another civilian was injured when terrorists lobbed a grenade at a security force patrol. One more civilian was injured in a mine triggered by unidentified terrorists in Qanta, Poonch district.
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August - 21 
A local politician, former student–leader, was killed by suspected Bodo Liberation Tiger Force (BLTF) terrorists in Barpeta.
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A local politician, former student–leader, was killed by suspected Bodo Liberation Tiger Force (BLTF) terrorists in Barpeta.
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August - 21 
Delayed reports indicate that a security force personnel was killed in the August 21-encounter in Gurez. It was earlier reported that five unidentified terrorists were killed in the encounter.
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Delayed reports indicate that a security force personnel was killed in the August 21-encounter in Gurez. It was earlier reported that five unidentified terrorists were killed in the encounter.
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August - 21 
During night on August 21, a terrorist was killed and a civilian was injured during raids by security forces on a hideout in Nagri Malpora, Kupwara district. In the same district, one more Lashkar terrorist was killed, in Safpora.
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During night on August 21, a terrorist was killed and a civilian was injured during raids by security forces on a hideout in Nagri Malpora, Kupwara district. In the same district, one more Lashkar terrorist was killed, in Safpora.
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August - 21 
Five suspected Lashkar-e Toiba terrorists were killed while attempting to infiltrate across the Line of Control (LoC) in the Shektaran forest, Baramulla district. In a similar incident, three terrorists, suspected foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e
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Five suspected Lashkar-e Toiba terrorists were killed while attempting to infiltrate across the Line of Control (LoC) in the Shektaran forest, Baramulla district. In a similar incident, three terrorists, suspected foreign mercenaries of the Lashkar-e Toiba, were killed along the LoC at Chilyari in Kathua district. A huge haul of explosives, including Improvised Explosive Devices, was recovered from the site of the encounter.
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August - 21 
Four security personnel, including two senior officers, were killed while two others were injured in a landmine explosion perpetrated by unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir, at Warpora in Kupwara district, on August 21. While official source
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Four security personnel, including two senior officers, were killed while two others were injured in a landmine explosion perpetrated by unidentified terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir, at Warpora in Kupwara district, on August 21. While official sources maintain that the Lashkar-e Toiba was responsible for the attack, local speculation hinted at the possibility of the Harkat-e-Jihad-e-Islami organising the attack.
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August - 21 
In an earlier incident on August 21, a terrorist of the National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB) was killed in an internecine battle between the NDFB and the Bodoland Liberation Tiger Force (BLTF) cadres, in Salkocha, near Bilasipara, on August 2
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In an earlier incident on August 21, a terrorist of the National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB) was killed in an internecine battle between the NDFB and the Bodoland Liberation Tiger Force (BLTF) cadres, in Salkocha, near Bilasipara, on August 21.
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August - 21 
In another attack by NDFB terrorists, five civilians were killed in Garobasra, Dhubri district. Members of the same outfit also launched an unsuccessful attack against a security force patrol in the same area. No casualties were, however, reported in
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In another attack by NDFB terrorists, five civilians were killed in Garobasra, Dhubri district. Members of the same outfit also launched an unsuccessful attack against a security force patrol in the same area. No casualties were, however, reported in this attack.
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August - 21 
In another attack, terrorists fired rockets at a security force camp in Banihal town, Doda district killing three security force personnel and injuring 12 more.
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In another attack, terrorists fired rockets at a security force camp in Banihal town, Doda district killing three security force personnel and injuring 12 more.
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August - 21 
In separate incidents, unidentified terrorists killed two civilians in Tanmarg and Bhaderwah, Doda district.
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In separate incidents, unidentified terrorists killed two civilians in Tanmarg and Bhaderwah, Doda district.
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August - 21 
In yet another incident, a top terrorist of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) was killed in an encounter in Sewni Ali, Jorhat district.
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In yet another incident, a top terrorist of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) was killed in an encounter in Sewni Ali, Jorhat district.
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August - 21 
One more security force personnel succumbed to his injuries, sustained in the August 13-landmine explosions, in Tamatar Morh, Udhampur district. Four security force personnel had been reported killed in these explosions.
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One more security force personnel succumbed to his injuries, sustained in the August 13-landmine explosions, in Tamatar Morh, Udhampur district. Four security force personnel had been reported killed in these explosions.
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August - 21 
One person, yet to be identified was killed in an encounter between two rival terrorist outfits in the Barbari forests.
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One person, yet to be identified was killed in an encounter between two rival terrorist outfits in the Barbari forests.
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August - 21 
Security forces raided a terrorist hideout in Surankote, Poonch district, and recovered a large haul of weapons, ammunition and explosives.
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Security forces raided a terrorist hideout in Surankote, Poonch district, and recovered a large haul of weapons, ammunition and explosives.
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August - 21 
Suspected National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists killed a Member of Assam's Legislative Assembly, in Gargaon, Bongaigaon distrit, on August 21.
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Suspected National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists killed a Member of Assam's Legislative Assembly, in Gargaon, Bongaigaon distrit, on August 21.
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August - 21 
Three terrorists of the Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL-I) were arrested from Manipur’s Imphal Western district, on August 21.
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Three terrorists of the Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL-I) were arrested from Manipur’s Imphal Western district, on August 21.
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August - 21 
Two left-wing extremists, Naxalites, were killed in an encounter in Kondengalagutta, Warrangal district, on August 21. The slain extremists were women cadre of the of the People’s War Group (PWG).
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Two left-wing extremists, Naxalites, were killed in an encounter in Kondengalagutta, Warrangal district, on August 21. The slain extremists were women cadre of the of the People’s War Group (PWG).
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August - 21 
In another incident, troops shot dead two rebel cadres while a soldier, too, was killed, in clashes reported near Sarasalai.
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In another incident, troops shot dead two rebel cadres while a soldier, too, was killed, in clashes reported near Sarasalai.
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August - 21 
In view of the forthcoming general election, security is being tightened all over the Jaffna peninsula, in anticipation of stepping up of attacks by the LTTE.
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In view of the forthcoming general election, security is being tightened all over the Jaffna peninsula, in anticipation of stepping up of attacks by the LTTE.
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August - 21 
On August 21, the navy recovered a fiberglass boat and sailing equipment, during search operations in Sambaltivu.
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On August 21, the navy recovered a fiberglass boat and sailing equipment, during search operations in Sambaltivu.
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August - 21 
On the political front, the process to elect a new Parliament moved a step further with the Election Commission writing to 42 political parties to confirm their participation in the polls scheduled for October 10.
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On the political front, the process to elect a new Parliament moved a step further with the Election Commission writing to 42 political parties to confirm their participation in the polls scheduled for October 10.
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August - 21 
The government’s Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said on August 22 that troops killed two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in Ethawetunuwewa, Welioya, on August 21.
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The government’s Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said on August 22 that troops killed two Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in Ethawetunuwewa, Welioya, on August 21.
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August - 21 
The LTTE, meanwhile, claimed that troops launched a barrage of heavy artillery fire on areas controlled by the rebels around Jaffna town. Residents were reported to be moving out of the area, following the artillery firing.
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The LTTE, meanwhile, claimed that troops launched a barrage of heavy artillery fire on areas controlled by the rebels around Jaffna town. Residents were reported to be moving out of the area, following the artillery firing.
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August - 22 
A leader of the Cobra terrorist outfit was arrested in Kokrajhar, on August 22.
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A leader of the Cobra terrorist outfit was arrested in Kokrajhar, on August 22.
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August - 22 
A local commander of the Lashkar-e Toiba was injured in another encounter, in Allakanda Dhar, Doda district. His position is reported critical.
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A local commander of the Lashkar-e Toiba was injured in another encounter, in Allakanda Dhar, Doda district. His position is reported critical.
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August - 22 
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister, N. Chandrababu Naidu, during a discussion in the State Assembly, has said there are 83 underground Maoist cadres from Andhra Pradesh of whom about 61 are operating in the State while the remaining operate from Chhattisg
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Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister, N. Chandrababu Naidu, during a discussion in the State Assembly, has said there are 83 underground Maoist cadres from Andhra Pradesh of whom about 61 are operating in the State while the remaining operate from Chhattisgarh and other States, reports The Deccan Chronicle on August 23.
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Delayed reports stated that, in separate actions, security forces arrested six terrorists from different areas of the State. The arrested include three People's Liberation Army (PLA) terrorists arrested from Lamshang on August 22, two United National
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Delayed reports stated that, in separate actions, security forces arrested six terrorists from different areas of the State. The arrested include three People's Liberation Army (PLA) terrorists arrested from Lamshang on August 22, two United National Liberation Front (ULFA) terrorists arrested from Imphal West, on August 23, and a terrorist of Kanglei Yawol Kunna Lup (KYKL) arrested from Athokpam Bazar, on August 23.
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August - 22 
In another incident, one civilian was killed and one injured by unidentified terrorists, suspected to be Bodo militants, at Banugaon in Kokrajhar district on August 22.
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In another incident, one civilian was killed and one injured by unidentified terrorists, suspected to be Bodo militants, at Banugaon in Kokrajhar district on August 22.
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August - 22 
On August 22, two terrorists, yet to be identified, were killed in an encounter at Gorumura in Lakhimpur district.
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On August 22, two terrorists, yet to be identified, were killed in an encounter at Gorumura in Lakhimpur district.
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August - 22 
On the political front, a top Hizb-ul Mujahideen leader, Abdul Majid Dhar is reported to have said that efforts were underway to eliminate bottlenecks in the way of the resumption of talks with the Indian Government and that a fresh cease-fire would
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On the political front, a top Hizb-ul Mujahideen leader, Abdul Majid Dhar is reported to have said that efforts were underway to eliminate bottlenecks in the way of the resumption of talks with the Indian Government and that a fresh cease-fire would again come into force within two months. Majid Dhar had earlier announced a unilateral Hizb cease-fire, on July 24, which was later withdrawn by the Hizb supreme commander, Syed Sallaudin. Majid Dhar was quoted as having said that the "Hizb is fully aware of the wishes and aspirations of the people (of the State) and that is why it is desirous of resumption of talks with the Centre".
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August - 22 
Security forces also unearthed two caches of arms and ammuntion hidden by terrorists in Phera and Thandi Kassi, both in Poonch district. Another Lashkar terrorist was arrested in Sonamarg
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Security forces also unearthed two caches of arms and ammuntion hidden by terrorists in Phera and Thandi Kassi, both in Poonch district. Another Lashkar terrorist was arrested in Sonamarg
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August - 22 
T. Muivah, National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) leader, currently serving a prison term in Thailand for using a fake passport reportedly apologised on August 22, to the Thai Government. He asked for a pardon ‘‘right away’’ so
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T. Muivah, National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) leader, currently serving a prison term in Thailand for using a fake passport reportedly apologised on August 22, to the Thai Government. He asked for a pardon ‘‘right away’’ so that he may pursue peace with India. The NSCN-IM has already concluded a cease-fire agreement with the Indian government.
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August - 22 
The Gool police station in Udhampur district was attacked by unidentified terrorists. The attack was effectively repulsed and there were no reports of any casualties.
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The Gool police station in Udhampur district was attacked by unidentified terrorists. The attack was effectively repulsed and there were no reports of any casualties.
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August - 22 
Three mercenaries, suspected Pakistani cadre of the Al-Badr, were killed in an encounter in Sultan Pathri, Poonch district, on August 22. In another encounter in the Sawjian forests of Rajouri district, two unidentified terrorists were killed. In Kat
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Three mercenaries, suspected Pakistani cadre of the Al-Badr, were killed in an encounter in Sultan Pathri, Poonch district, on August 22. In another encounter in the Sawjian forests of Rajouri district, two unidentified terrorists were killed. In Kathari Galli, Udhampur district, two security force personnel were injured in an encounter.
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August - 22 
Unidentified terrorists abducted and killed a surrendered terrorist in Sarhuti village, Poonch district. In a similar incident, a civilian was killed in Satoora.
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Unidentified terrorists abducted and killed a surrendered terrorist in Sarhuti village, Poonch district. In a similar incident, a civilian was killed in Satoora.
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August - 22 
In another incident, earlier on August 22, troops killed two rebels in Vemapatukernu. Also, on August 22, the navy intercepted and seized a boat that was smuggling kerosene to the uncleared areas.
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In another incident, earlier on August 22, troops killed two rebels in Vemapatukernu. Also, on August 22, the navy intercepted and seized a boat that was smuggling kerosene to the uncleared areas.
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August - 22 
In Trincomalee, unidentified terrorists abducted and killed two civilians near Mahattayagodella and Neelapola.
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In Trincomalee, unidentified terrorists abducted and killed two civilians near Mahattayagodella and Neelapola.
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August - 22 
Official media sources in Sri Lanka reported that seven cadre of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam were killed in strikes launched in the Kaithady area of Jaffna peninsula on August 22. Two soldiers of the Sri Lankan Army sustained injuries in the
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Official media sources in Sri Lanka reported that seven cadre of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam were killed in strikes launched in the Kaithady area of Jaffna peninsula on August 22. Two soldiers of the Sri Lankan Army sustained injuries in these attacks. Some LTTE mortar positions in the area too were destroyed through air strikes.
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August - 23 
A terrorist of the Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam was killed in an encounter at Batasipur near Tezpur on August 23.
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A terrorist of the Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam was killed in an encounter at Batasipur near Tezpur on August 23.
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August - 23 
In another encounter at Kushal in Doda district, one terrorist of the Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami and one security force personnel were killed.
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In another encounter at Kushal in Doda district, one terrorist of the Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami and one security force personnel were killed.
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August - 23 
In Baramulla district, a terrorist was killed during an encounter at Gogaldara.
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In Baramulla district, a terrorist was killed during an encounter at Gogaldara.
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August - 23 
On the night of August 23, terrorists attacked a security force vehicle at Ahlan, near Kokernag injuring two security force personnel. In the same area, a security force personnel was injured in a terrorist attack at Tengwani.
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On the night of August 23, terrorists attacked a security force vehicle at Ahlan, near Kokernag injuring two security force personnel. In the same area, a security force personnel was injured in a terrorist attack at Tengwani.
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August - 23 
Police announced on August 23 that six terrorists have been arrested in connection with the August 10 car bomb explosion in Srinagar that left 15 people dead. Among the arrested is a Pakistani mercenary of the Lashker-e-Toiba. They added that the mas
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Police announced on August 23 that six terrorists have been arrested in connection with the August 10 car bomb explosion in Srinagar that left 15 people dead. Among the arrested is a Pakistani mercenary of the Lashker-e-Toiba. They added that the mastermind of the blast has been identified as Abu Hurera and efforts were on to trace and arrest him.
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August - 23 
Police in Shillong revealed the real identity of Khasi Students’ Union leaders killed in the August 23-encounter, and declared that they were terrorists of the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC). Besides, police also said that they were w
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Police in Shillong revealed the real identity of Khasi Students’ Union leaders killed in the August 23-encounter, and declared that they were terrorists of the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC). Besides, police also said that they were wanted in the 1999-killing of three non-tribal labourers, and other cases of looting and dacoity.
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August - 23 
Three terrorists were killed in an encounter which followed an attack on a raiding party of security forces at Nongshylliang in Shillong, Meghalaya on August 23. Of the slain terrorists are two top members of the Khasi Students Union and one local co
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Three terrorists were killed in an encounter which followed an attack on a raiding party of security forces at Nongshylliang in Shillong, Meghalaya on August 23. Of the slain terrorists are two top members of the Khasi Students Union and one local commander of the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC).
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August - 23 
Two Hizb-ul Mujahideen terrorists were killed in an encounter at Hari Budha in Poonch district on August 23.
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Two Hizb-ul Mujahideen terrorists were killed in an encounter at Hari Budha in Poonch district on August 23.
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August - 23 
A powerful bomb explosion occurred at a government office building in Belbari, Morang district on August 23. While some property was damaged there were no reports of any casualties. Police suspect the involvement of Maoists rebels in the explosion.
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A powerful bomb explosion occurred at a government office building in Belbari, Morang district on August 23. While some property was damaged there were no reports of any casualties. Police suspect the involvement of Maoists rebels in the explosion.
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August - 23 
The government’s Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said on August 25 that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) hurled hand grenades in Serunuwara, on August 23, at a paddy field and killed four farmers and a security force personnel stan
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The government’s Special Media Information Centre (SMIC) said on August 25 that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) hurled hand grenades in Serunuwara, on August 23, at a paddy field and killed four farmers and a security force personnel standing guard at the field.
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August - 23 
The government’s Special Media Information Centre alleged on August 24 that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) continue to abduct civilians and stated that one such incident was reported on August 23, in Kanguweli village.
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The government’s Special Media Information Centre alleged on August 24 that the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) continue to abduct civilians and stated that one such incident was reported on August 23, in Kanguweli village.
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August - 23 
Troops, meanwhile attacked a group of LTTE rebels, in Muhamalai, Jaffna, and killed four.
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Troops, meanwhile attacked a group of LTTE rebels, in Muhamalai, Jaffna, and killed four.
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August - 23 
Two more were killed, also on August 23, in Karadiankadu.
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Two more were killed, also on August 23, in Karadiankadu.
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August - 24 
A large haul of guns and ammunition were also recovered. In two other separate encounters, two terrorists, one unidentified, and the other a Pakistani mercenary of the Harkat-ul Mujahideen, were killed at Sultan Pathri and Kalani, both in the same di
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A large haul of guns and ammunition were also recovered. In two other separate encounters, two terrorists, one unidentified, and the other a Pakistani mercenary of the Harkat-ul Mujahideen, were killed at Sultan Pathri and Kalani, both in the same district.
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August - 24 
Delhi police arrested three persons on August 24 and claimed that the three were operating a module of the Khalistan Zindabad Force. One of the arrested is reportedly a relative of the outfit’s chief. An explosive device and some fake currency were r
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Delhi police arrested three persons on August 24 and claimed that the three were operating a module of the Khalistan Zindabad Force. One of the arrested is reportedly a relative of the outfit’s chief. An explosive device and some fake currency were recovered
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August - 24 
Five security force personnel and two civilians were injured when unidentified terrorists blasted an Improvised Explosive Device at Potkhah, in the same district.
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Five security force personnel and two civilians were injured when unidentified terrorists blasted an Improvised Explosive Device at Potkhah, in the same district.
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August - 24 
In a third incident in the district, a policeman was abducted by unidentified terrorists, at Palpora.
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In a third incident in the district, a policeman was abducted by unidentified terrorists, at Palpora.
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August - 24 
National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists killed a person and seriously injured another in Narendrapur tea garden, West Tripura district, on August 24. Also, they looted more than a lakh of rupees from the tea garden.
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National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists killed a person and seriously injured another in Narendrapur tea garden, West Tripura district, on August 24. Also, they looted more than a lakh of rupees from the tea garden.
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August - 24 
On the night of August 24, a surrendered terrorist of the Harkat-ul Jehad Islami, who was designated as a Special Police Officer (SPO) deserted a security force unit while it was engaged in an encounter with terrorists in Pathri, Doda district. The t
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On the night of August 24, a surrendered terrorist of the Harkat-ul Jehad Islami, who was designated as a Special Police Officer (SPO) deserted a security force unit while it was engaged in an encounter with terrorists in Pathri, Doda district. The terrorists and the deserter-SPO managed to escape from the scene. In the same district, unidentified terrorists killed a civilian in Sofi.
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August - 24 
Seven foreign mercenaries, Pakistani and Afghan members of the Jaish-e-Mohammed, were killed in an encounter at Salhurti, in Poonch district, on August 24. Three security force personnel sustained injuries in this encounter.
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Seven foreign mercenaries, Pakistani and Afghan members of the Jaish-e-Mohammed, were killed in an encounter at Salhurti, in Poonch district, on August 24. Three security force personnel sustained injuries in this encounter.
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August - 24 
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland (I-M) refuted allegations that it was responsible for the August 15-attack in Shillong, and said it had no reason to target either the Chief Minister or any of his Cabinet colleagues.
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The National Socialist Council of Nagaland (I-M) refuted allegations that it was responsible for the August 15-attack in Shillong, and said it had no reason to target either the Chief Minister or any of his Cabinet colleagues.
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August - 24 
Two terrorists of the Hizb-ul Mujahideen, including a Pakistani national, were killed in an encounter in the Chapni Marg forests of Doda district.
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Two terrorists of the Hizb-ul Mujahideen, including a Pakistani national, were killed in an encounter in the Chapni Marg forests of Doda district.
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August - 24 
Two terrorists of the Islamic National Front (INF) surrendered in Imphal, on August 24. They included a local commander of the outfit.
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Two terrorists of the Islamic National Front (INF) surrendered in Imphal, on August 24. They included a local commander of the outfit.
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August - 24 
Another blast was reported at a private residence in Lalitpur, around the same time.
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Another blast was reported at a private residence in Lalitpur, around the same time.
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August - 24 
Maoists attacked a Police Club and blasted it with pipe bombs, late in the night on August 24. No one was injured in the blast.
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Maoists attacked a Police Club and blasted it with pipe bombs, late in the night on August 24. No one was injured in the blast.
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August - 24 
Besides, the LTTE also abducted and later killed a person, in Tempitiya, on August 24.
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Besides, the LTTE also abducted and later killed a person, in Tempitiya, on August 24.
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August - 24 
In another incident, on the previous day, LTTE rebels fired mortars at troops in Colubuthurai, Jaffna. No causalities were, however, reported in the incident on either side.
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In another incident, on the previous day, LTTE rebels fired mortars at troops in Colubuthurai, Jaffna. No causalities were, however, reported in the incident on either side.
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August - 24 
The LTTE, meanwhile, claimed that the Sri Lankan Air Force stepped up bombing raids in the northern Jaffna peninsula.
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The LTTE, meanwhile, claimed that the Sri Lankan Air Force stepped up bombing raids in the northern Jaffna peninsula.
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August - 24 
Troops attacked and killed two LTTE rebels in Ranabapura, near Welioya, on August 24.
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Troops attacked and killed two LTTE rebels in Ranabapura, near Welioya, on August 24.
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August - 25 
A civilian was injured when he was caught in crossfire during an encounter between security forces and terrorists in Shangus, Anantnag district. No other casualties were reported in the incident.
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A civilian was injured when he was caught in crossfire during an encounter between security forces and terrorists in Shangus, Anantnag district. No other casualties were reported in the incident.
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August - 25 
A policeman, abducted earlier by terrorists from Palpora, Badgam district, on August 23, was rescued from a terrorist hideout in Trhama-Sheikhpora, Baramulla district, on August 25.
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A policeman, abducted earlier by terrorists from Palpora, Badgam district, on August 23, was rescued from a terrorist hideout in Trhama-Sheikhpora, Baramulla district, on August 25.
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August - 25 
Five persons were killed when a bomb, suspected to be planted by terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom, exploded in Lalfura, Kokrajhar district, on August 25. While two of those killed were security force personnel, the other three were t
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Five persons were killed when a bomb, suspected to be planted by terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom, exploded in Lalfura, Kokrajhar district, on August 25. While two of those killed were security force personnel, the other three were tribal terrorist suspects who were arrested earlier from Durgamari and were being taken to Kokrajhar.
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August - 25 
Four left-wing extremists, Naxalites, including two women cadres of the Jana Shakti group, were killed in an encounter in Motupalli, Khammam district, on August 25. The encounter followed a security force search and raid operation in the village in t
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Four left-wing extremists, Naxalites, including two women cadres of the Jana Shakti group, were killed in an encounter in Motupalli, Khammam district, on August 25. The encounter followed a security force search and raid operation in the village in the light of information that Naxalites were indulging in an extortion spree. Three other naxalites managed to escape from the scene of the encounter.
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August - 25 
In another incident, unidentified terrorists abducted and later killed a civilian in Mandi Sopore, near Srinagar.
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In another incident, unidentified terrorists abducted and later killed a civilian in Mandi Sopore, near Srinagar.
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August - 25 
In Gagaldhar-Tangmarg, near Srinagar, a terrorist was killed in an encounter.
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In Gagaldhar-Tangmarg, near Srinagar, a terrorist was killed in an encounter.
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August - 25 
In the same district, a fourth Lashkar terrorist was killed in Faisalabad while attempting to plant an explosive device on a bridge. He has been identified as a local commander of the outfit. His companion, however, managed to escape.
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In the same district, a fourth Lashkar terrorist was killed in Faisalabad while attempting to plant an explosive device on a bridge. He has been identified as a local commander of the outfit. His companion, however, managed to escape.
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August - 25 
On the night of August 25, terrorists planted eight IEDs on several electric transmission towers at Kangar near Jammu. While one failed to explode and was defused by security forces, the other seven exploded destroying two transmission towers and dis
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On the night of August 25, terrorists planted eight IEDs on several electric transmission towers at Kangar near Jammu. While one failed to explode and was defused by security forces, the other seven exploded destroying two transmission towers and disrupting power to the area including Jammu town.
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August - 25 
Three terrorists, yet to be identified but suspected Lashkar-e Toiba cadres, were killed in an encounter in Bagla Gas, Poonch district, on August 25.
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Three terrorists, yet to be identified but suspected Lashkar-e Toiba cadres, were killed in an encounter in Bagla Gas, Poonch district, on August 25.
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August - 25 
Two terrorist-symphatisers were arrested, and on information provided by them, a terrorist hideout was raided and some arms, ammunition and explosives recovered from the Sakki Dara forests of Poonch district.
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Two terrorist-symphatisers were arrested, and on information provided by them, a terrorist hideout was raided and some arms, ammunition and explosives recovered from the Sakki Dara forests of Poonch district.
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August - 25 
Besides, The insurgents set ablaze three school buses in the capital. An employee of the Indian-owned school, who was sleeping in one of the buses, was burnt to death.
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Besides, The insurgents set ablaze three school buses in the capital. An employee of the Indian-owned school, who was sleeping in one of the buses, was burnt to death.
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August - 25 
Several incidents of violence by Maoist insurgents were reported in the past two days in different parts of the country, in seventeen districts, and in the capital Kathmandu. More than twelve were killed in these incidents. Though police declined to
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Several incidents of violence by Maoist insurgents were reported in the past two days in different parts of the country, in seventeen districts, and in the capital Kathmandu. More than twelve were killed in these incidents. Though police declined to divulge complete details, reports indicate that three insurgents and two policemen were killed in clashes in Sindhuli. Besides, an officer was killed at the Rudrapur police post, in Nawalparasi.
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August - 25 
In a separate development, Lieutenant General Lionel Piyananda Balagalle assumed charge as the 16th Commander of the Sri Lankan Army.
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In a separate development, Lieutenant General Lionel Piyananda Balagalle assumed charge as the 16th Commander of the Sri Lankan Army.
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August - 25 
On the political front, the Opposition United national Party has reportedly finalized its ‘manifesto’ for the forthcoming general election. Entitled Your Future, the manifesto proposes direct talks with the LTTE, restoration of democracy through good
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On the political front, the Opposition United national Party has reportedly finalized its ‘manifesto’ for the forthcoming general election. Entitled Your Future, the manifesto proposes direct talks with the LTTE, restoration of democracy through good governance, abolition of the Executive Presidency, etc.
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August - 25 
The LTTE, meanwhile, alleged that two persons were killed while six more were wounded in a grenade attack by troops, on August 25, in Kangeyan Oodai, 10km away from Batticaloa. A soldier, too, was reportedly, killed in the incident.
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The LTTE, meanwhile, alleged that two persons were killed while six more were wounded in a grenade attack by troops, on August 25, in Kangeyan Oodai, 10km away from Batticaloa. A soldier, too, was reportedly, killed in the incident.
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August - 26 
On August 26, five terrorists and a Special Police Officer were killed in an encounter at the Katianwali forests of Kupwara district. Security forces suspect that two of the slain terrorists were Pakistani mercenaries of the Jaish-e-Mohammad includin
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On August 26, five terrorists and a Special Police Officer were killed in an encounter at the Katianwali forests of Kupwara district. Security forces suspect that two of the slain terrorists were Pakistani mercenaries of the Jaish-e-Mohammad including its chief of operations in Kashmir Zarrar Inqulabi. A third slain terrorist is suspected to be a Sudanese national.
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August - 26 
On August 26, suspected terrorists of the United Bengali Liberation Front of Tripura killed three civilians and wounded two others at Tarkajala village in West Tripura district.
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On August 26, suspected terrorists of the United Bengali Liberation Front of Tripura killed three civilians and wounded two others at Tarkajala village in West Tripura district.
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August - 26 
Police in Quetta announced, on August 26, that about 60 suspects were arrested for questioning in conncetion with the series of bomb blasts in the area that occurred between April-August 2000.
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Police in Quetta announced, on August 26, that about 60 suspects were arrested for questioning in conncetion with the series of bomb blasts in the area that occurred between April-August 2000.
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August - 26 
Delayed reports from Nepal stated that three Maoist insurgents surrendered at Doti on August 26. This includes a local commander of the outfit.
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Delayed reports from Nepal stated that three Maoist insurgents surrendered at Doti on August 26. This includes a local commander of the outfit.
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August - 26 
The government's Special Media Information Centre said on August 28 that five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels were killed in three separate incidents. Two rebels were killed in an ambush laid by troops in Senkappaddai, on August 26. Tw
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The government's Special Media Information Centre said on August 28 that five Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels were killed in three separate incidents. Two rebels were killed in an ambush laid by troops in Senkappaddai, on August 26. Two more were killed in clashes in the Wanni. Another was killed in Trincomalee. In Chavakachcheri, the rebels attacked and injured one soldier.
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August - 27 
In the same district, an Improvised Explosive Device planted by unidentified terrorists was detected and defused by security forces at Gharad.
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In the same district, an Improvised Explosive Device planted by unidentified terrorists was detected and defused by security forces at Gharad.
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August - 27 
In another encounter at at Radbugh in Budgam district, three terrorists of the Hizb-ul Mujahideen were killed and three security force personnel were injured.
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In another encounter at at Radbugh in Budgam district, three terrorists of the Hizb-ul Mujahideen were killed and three security force personnel were injured.
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August - 27 
On August 27, one terrorist of the National Democratic Front of Boroland was killed at Simala near Patasarkuchi police station.
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On August 27, one terrorist of the National Democratic Front of Boroland was killed at Simala near Patasarkuchi police station.
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August - 27 
On the evening of August 27, one terrorist who is yet to be identified was killed at Dhoke Gali in Poonch district.
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On the evening of August 27, one terrorist who is yet to be identified was killed at Dhoke Gali in Poonch district.
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August - 27 
One terrorist was killed in an encounter at Kantsu in Anantnag district.
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One terrorist was killed in an encounter at Kantsu in Anantnag district.
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August - 27 
Security forces attacked a group of terrorists who had kidnapped three children from Dushnan area and rescued one child.
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Security forces attacked a group of terrorists who had kidnapped three children from Dushnan area and rescued one child.
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August - 27 
The dead body of a civilian, suspected to be killed by terrorists was recovered from Zainageer Kanal in kupwara district.
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The dead body of a civilian, suspected to be killed by terrorists was recovered from Zainageer Kanal in kupwara district.
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August - 27 
Three Pakistani mercenaries, two of the Lashkar-e-Toiba and the third, a member of the Hizbul Mujahideen, were killed in two separate encounters at Bachianwali and Nakka Majari in Poonch district on August 27.
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Three Pakistani mercenaries, two of the Lashkar-e-Toiba and the third, a member of the Hizbul Mujahideen, were killed in two separate encounters at Bachianwali and Nakka Majari in Poonch district on August 27.
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August - 27 
Two terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura were killed in an encounter at Sambukcherra in South Tripura district on August 27.
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Two terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura were killed in an encounter at Sambukcherra in South Tripura district on August 27.
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August - 27 
Three terrorists, who security forces claimed were agents of India's Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) were arrested in Kasur on suspcion of involvement in several bomb blasts including one at the farm house of former prime minister Nawaz Sharif.
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Three terrorists, who security forces claimed were agents of India's Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) were arrested in Kasur on suspcion of involvement in several bomb blasts including one at the farm house of former prime minister Nawaz Sharif.
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August - 27 
Reports stated on August 28 that in clashes between Maoist insurgents and police, in Phiyandanada village Gorkha district, on August 27, an insurgent was killed while several more too are suspected to have been killed. In the clashes, an unspecified
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Reports stated on August 28 that in clashes between Maoist insurgents and police, in Phiyandanada village Gorkha district, on August 27, an insurgent was killed while several more too are suspected to have been killed. In the clashes, an unspecified number of policemen, too, sustained injuries.
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August - 27 
The new Army Commander of the country, Lt. General Balagalle disclosed to the media in Colombo that capturing the Elephant Pass was the highest priority of the Army. He, however, declined to announce a time frame. Also, he said that the Army was faci
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The new Army Commander of the country, Lt. General Balagalle disclosed to the media in Colombo that capturing the Elephant Pass was the highest priority of the Army. He, however, declined to announce a time frame. Also, he said that the Army was facing a manpower crunch.
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August - 28 
In another incident, terrorists blasted the Darhali bridge in Rajouri district. No casualties were reported in this attack.
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In another incident, terrorists blasted the Darhali bridge in Rajouri district. No casualties were reported in this attack.
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August - 28 
In a major success, security forces killed two Pakistani mercenaries of the Jaish-e-Mohammed, including a local commander and close confidante of the outfit's chief, Masood Azhar, at Garang in Poonch district on August 28.
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In a major success, security forces killed two Pakistani mercenaries of the Jaish-e-Mohammed, including a local commander and close confidante of the outfit's chief, Masood Azhar, at Garang in Poonch district on August 28.
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August - 28 
In a raid on a camp of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) at Sanglang district in Arunachal Pradesh security forces killed a top ULFA terrorist and busted the camp. Some arms, ammunition and radio equipment were seized during the raid.
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In a raid on a camp of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) at Sanglang district in Arunachal Pradesh security forces killed a top ULFA terrorist and busted the camp. Some arms, ammunition and radio equipment were seized during the raid.
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August - 28 
In a separate encounter, one terrorist, identified as a member of the Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen was killed at Beerwah in Pulwama district.
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In a separate encounter, one terrorist, identified as a member of the Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen was killed at Beerwah in Pulwama district.
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August - 28 
In a similar incident, a woman was arrested from Tingkhong Tiniali in Dibrugarh district on the same grounds.
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In a similar incident, a woman was arrested from Tingkhong Tiniali in Dibrugarh district on the same grounds.
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August - 28 
In a third encounter at Kangripora in Budgam district, one terrorist of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen was killed.
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In a third encounter at Kangripora in Budgam district, one terrorist of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen was killed.
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August - 28 
In another encounter in the same district, one mercenary was killed while his associate was injured in the Molsar-Satharban forests. The two were suspected to be foreign nationals and members of the Al-Badr.
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In another encounter in the same district, one mercenary was killed while his associate was injured in the Molsar-Satharban forests. The two were suspected to be foreign nationals and members of the Al-Badr.
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August - 28 
In another incident, unidentified terrorists killed a civilian at Bismuri in Kokhrajhar district.
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In another incident, unidentified terrorists killed a civilian at Bismuri in Kokhrajhar district.
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August - 28 
In Dibrugarh district, Assam, two ULFA terrorists who were on an extortion spree, were killed by security forces at the Hatimura Tea Estate on August 28.
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In Dibrugarh district, Assam, two ULFA terrorists who were on an extortion spree, were killed by security forces at the Hatimura Tea Estate on August 28.
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August - 28 
In Poonch district, security forces detected and defused an Improvised Explosive Device planted by terrorists on the Nandyali-Sangla road.
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In Poonch district, security forces detected and defused an Improvised Explosive Device planted by terrorists on the Nandyali-Sangla road.
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August - 28 
In the same district, some unidentified terrorists attacked the residence of a civilian and killed one member of the family at Kharpora.
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In the same district, some unidentified terrorists attacked the residence of a civilian and killed one member of the family at Kharpora.
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August - 28 
Meanwhile, police announced on August 31, that two terrorists of the Lashker-e-Toiba were arrested on August 28. The two are suspected by police to have been part of the terrorist group that perpetrated the Chattisinghpora massacre on March 20 in whi
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Meanwhile, police announced on August 31, that two terrorists of the Lashker-e-Toiba were arrested on August 28. The two are suspected by police to have been part of the terrorist group that perpetrated the Chattisinghpora massacre on March 20 in which 30 civilians were killed. Details on the location from where the suspects were arrested has been withheld by the police.
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August - 28 
One civilian, suspected to be a sympathiser and supporter of the Lashker-e-Toiba was arrested from Mangola in Doda district.
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One civilian, suspected to be a sympathiser and supporter of the Lashker-e-Toiba was arrested from Mangola in Doda district.
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August - 28 
Suspected terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura killed a religious personality in Agartala on August 28. A close associate was injured in the attack. No further details were available.
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Suspected terrorists of the National Liberation Front of Tripura killed a religious personality in Agartala on August 28. A close associate was injured in the attack. No further details were available.
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August - 28 
Terrorists attacked and killed a local political leader and his driver at Naina Litter in Pulwama district on August 28. Two other civilians were injured in the attack.
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Terrorists attacked and killed a local political leader and his driver at Naina Litter in Pulwama district on August 28. Two other civilians were injured in the attack.
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August - 28 
The principal of a local college in Lakhimpur district was arrested for suspected links with the ULFA. Police claimed that the principal admitted to his links during questioning.
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The principal of a local college in Lakhimpur district was arrested for suspected links with the ULFA. Police claimed that the principal admitted to his links during questioning.
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August - 28 
Three suspected terrorists were arrested from Chhittripora in Pulwama district.
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Three suspected terrorists were arrested from Chhittripora in Pulwama district.
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August - 28 
A delayed report stated that one rebel was killed while attempting to flee from a police party at Watikudah. Some explosives and incriminating literature were recovered from the slain militant.
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A delayed report stated that one rebel was killed while attempting to flee from a police party at Watikudah. Some explosives and incriminating literature were recovered from the slain militant.
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August - 28 
In the first incident two rebels were killed at Nagar Kovil. In a second incident at Muhamalai, three rebels were killed. In a third incident at Sarasalai, army troops attacked a group of rebels constructing a bunker, killing two. In Ponnar troops re
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In the first incident two rebels were killed at Nagar Kovil. In a second incident at Muhamalai, three rebels were killed. In a third incident at Sarasalai, army troops attacked a group of rebels constructing a bunker, killing two. In Ponnar troops retaliated when rebels attacked them and two rebels were killed.
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August - 28 
Official sources in Sri Lanka claimed on August 29, that ten rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in separate attacks by security forces on August 28.
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Official sources in Sri Lanka claimed on August 29, that ten rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were killed in separate attacks by security forces on August 28.
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Official sources in Sri Lanka reported, on August 30, that two attacks by rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on Army camps in Mannar were successfully repulsed on August 29 and 28.
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Official sources in Sri Lanka reported, on August 30, that two attacks by rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) on Army camps in Mannar were successfully repulsed on August 29 and 28.
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August - 28 
On August 28, a group of 75 LTTE rebels attacked the Kallikaddaikadu camp in Mannar, and troop reinforcements were rushed to the area and repulsed the attack. The body of one rebel and some explosives were recovered from the scene of the attack. 21 s
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On August 28, a group of 75 LTTE rebels attacked the Kallikaddaikadu camp in Mannar, and troop reinforcements were rushed to the area and repulsed the attack. The body of one rebel and some explosives were recovered from the scene of the attack. 21 soldiers sustained injuries in the attack.
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August - 28 
On the political front, the filing of nominations for the forthcoming general elections commences today, August 28.
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On the political front, the filing of nominations for the forthcoming general elections commences today, August 28.
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August - 28 
Tamil sources stated that the LTTE attacked the forward defence lines of Sri Lankan security forces at Uyilankulam near Mannar and heavy fighting was reported in the area. No reports of any casualties were available.
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Tamil sources stated that the LTTE attacked the forward defence lines of Sri Lankan security forces at Uyilankulam near Mannar and heavy fighting was reported in the area. No reports of any casualties were available.
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August - 29 
Five left-wing extremists or 'Naxalites' as they are commonly known, were arrested by police from the forest areas in Dantewada district on August 29. No further details were available.
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Five left-wing extremists or 'Naxalites' as they are commonly known, were arrested by police from the forest areas in Dantewada district on August 29. No further details were available.
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August - 29 
In another encounter at Chaktro Chandak in Poonch district, three foreign mercenaries were killed.
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In another encounter at Chaktro Chandak in Poonch district, three foreign mercenaries were killed.
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August - 29 
In another incident, security forces retaliated when Pakistani troops began firing to facilitate an infiltration attempt by terrorists near Uri in Baramulla district. Security forces reported that four Pakistani soldiers and eight terrorists were kil
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In another incident, security forces retaliated when Pakistani troops began firing to facilitate an infiltration attempt by terrorists near Uri in Baramulla district. Security forces reported that four Pakistani soldiers and eight terrorists were killed in this firing targeted at some Pakistani barracks near the Line of Control that were being used to facilitate infiltration of terrorists into India. There were no casualties on the Indian side.
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August - 29 
Three terrorists surrendered to Army authorities in Assam with some weapons and explosives. While two were members of the United People's Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) the third is a member of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA).
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Three terrorists surrendered to Army authorities in Assam with some weapons and explosives. While two were members of the United People's Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) the third is a member of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA).
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August - 29 
Three terrorists, members of the Islamic Front, were killed in separate encounters at Samba and Hiranagar in Kathua district on August 29. While one of these terrorists was shot dead when security forces challenged a group of three terrorists attempt
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Three terrorists, members of the Islamic Front, were killed in separate encounters at Samba and Hiranagar in Kathua district on August 29. While one of these terrorists was shot dead when security forces challenged a group of three terrorists attempting to infiltrate into India from across the Line of Control at Samba in the morning, the other two, who were arrested during this encounter, were killed while attempting to escape from police custody in the evening. They were being taken to Hiranagar to recover arms and ammunition cached at a hide-out.
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August - 29 
Two persons, suspected of being Pakistan-based operatives of the Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence, were arrested near Anoopgarh district on August 29. No further details were available.
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Two persons, suspected of being Pakistan-based operatives of the Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence, were arrested near Anoopgarh district on August 29. No further details were available.
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August - 29 
On August 29, a local court in Colombo remanded to custody a suspect who is alleged to have aided an LTTE suicide bomber involved in the attack on President Chandrika Kumaratanga during the December 18, 1999, People's Alliance election meeting at the
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On August 29, a local court in Colombo remanded to custody a suspect who is alleged to have aided an LTTE suicide bomber involved in the attack on President Chandrika Kumaratanga during the December 18, 1999, People's Alliance election meeting at the Town Hall in Colombo.
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August - 29 
On August 29, the LTTE attacked the army camp at Thallady in Mannar with heavy artillery. Troops retaliated with heavy artillery and mortars and the exchange lasted for four hours. No casualties were reported.
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On August 29, the LTTE attacked the army camp at Thallady in Mannar with heavy artillery. Troops retaliated with heavy artillery and mortars and the exchange lasted for four hours. No casualties were reported.
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August - 29 
The sources citing monitored transmissions of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) also added that eight LTTE rebels were killed and an unspecified number injured on August 29 when security forces attacked a group of 75 rebel at Kallikaddaikad
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The sources citing monitored transmissions of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) also added that eight LTTE rebels were killed and an unspecified number injured on August 29 when security forces attacked a group of 75 rebel at Kallikaddaikadu. No further details were provided.
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August - 30 
A security force personnel who was seriously injured in the ambush laid by suspected Naga terrorists in Tamenglong district on August 30 succumbed to his injuries on August 31.
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A security force personnel who was seriously injured in the ambush laid by suspected Naga terrorists in Tamenglong district on August 30 succumbed to his injuries on August 31.
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August - 30 
Five bodies bearing bullet injury marks were recovered, on August 30, from Lalkhora, Garokhatra and Deodaba areas in Kokrajhar district. It was in the same area that a security force vehicle was targeted in a terrorist bomb attack on August 25, and f
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Five bodies bearing bullet injury marks were recovered, on August 30, from Lalkhora, Garokhatra and Deodaba areas in Kokrajhar district. It was in the same area that a security force vehicle was targeted in a terrorist bomb attack on August 25, and five persons including two security force personnel were killed. Police are investigating the incident though they are yet to confirm if there are any links between the recovered bodies and the earlier bomb attack.
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August - 30 
Four terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were arrested from Nayabasti on the border between North Kamrup and Nalbari districts.
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Four terrorists of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) were arrested from Nayabasti on the border between North Kamrup and Nalbari districts.
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August - 30 
In the same district, a mosque in Thana Mandi area suffered minor damages when a rocket fired by terrorists and aimed at an Army camp nearby failed to hit the target and hit the Mosque instead. No casualties were reported. In another incident, one te
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In the same district, a mosque in Thana Mandi area suffered minor damages when a rocket fired by terrorists and aimed at an Army camp nearby failed to hit the target and hit the Mosque instead. No casualties were reported. In another incident, one terrorist, yet to be identified, was killed at Nadbal-Helmatpora.
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August - 30 
National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists shot dead an All Bodo Students Union (ABSU) leader and a Bodo Liberation Tiger Force (BLTF) cadre near Salkocha, Dhubri district on August 30.
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National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) terrorists shot dead an All Bodo Students Union (ABSU) leader and a Bodo Liberation Tiger Force (BLTF) cadre near Salkocha, Dhubri district on August 30.
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August - 30 
One political party worker, injured in the attack by terrorists on a political leader at Nayan-Litter in Pulwama district on August 28, died of his injuries in a Srinagar hospital on August 30. As reported earlier, the political leader and his driver
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One political party worker, injured in the attack by terrorists on a political leader at Nayan-Litter in Pulwama district on August 28, died of his injuries in a Srinagar hospital on August 30. As reported earlier, the political leader and his driver were killed in the attack. The death of another civilian was reported by newspapers attributing the death to injuries sustained during firing by security forces after a terrorist attack. No further details were provided.
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August - 30 
Two army officers were injured in an ambush by unidentified terrorists, suspected to be Nagas, in the Tamenlong district on August 30. No further details were available.
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Two army officers were injured in an ambush by unidentified terrorists, suspected to be Nagas, in the Tamenlong district on August 30. No further details were available.
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August - 30 
Two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in an encounter at Sareswar under Golakganj police station on August 30.
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Two United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) terrorists were killed in an encounter at Sareswar under Golakganj police station on August 30.
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August - 30 
Unidentified terrorists, suspected to be members of the Lashkar-e-Toiba, killed two civilians at Azmatabad in Rajouri district on August 30. The civilians were accused of being police informers by their killers.
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Unidentified terrorists, suspected to be members of the Lashkar-e-Toiba, killed two civilians at Azmatabad in Rajouri district on August 30. The civilians were accused of being police informers by their killers.
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August - 30 
Two civilians were injured in a bomb blast in Daska Road near a market in Sialkot on August 30. The identity of the culprits is yet to be ascertained. An unidentified suspect had hired a cart to carry a bicycle to the market. The explosive devise was
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Two civilians were injured in a bomb blast in Daska Road near a market in Sialkot on August 30. The identity of the culprits is yet to be ascertained. An unidentified suspect had hired a cart to carry a bicycle to the market. The explosive devise was carried in the cart. Police claimed that the blast was caused by an Indian-made device and was intended to explode in the market.
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August - 30 
Meanwhile, in a delayed report, official Sri Lankan sources reported that troops attacked a terrorist bunker at Colombuthurai and killed three rebels on August 30.
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Meanwhile, in a delayed report, official Sri Lankan sources reported that troops attacked a terrorist bunker at Colombuthurai and killed three rebels on August 30.
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August - 30 
Official sources in Sri Lanka reported on August 31, that rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) launched a mortar attack on government troops at Colombuturai on August 30. The attack was repulsed with artillery during which one soldie
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Official sources in Sri Lanka reported on August 31, that rebels of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) launched a mortar attack on government troops at Colombuturai on August 30. The attack was repulsed with artillery during which one soldier sustained injuries by troops using at Colombuturai terrorists fired mortars at troops. Even though troops retaliated with artillery, one soldier was injured due to the attack.
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August - 31 
A delayed report stated that suspected terrorists of the A’chik National Volunteers Council (ANVC) killed a police officer, who was on leave, at his residence, at Bajengdoba on August 31.
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A delayed report stated that suspected terrorists of the A’chik National Volunteers Council (ANVC) killed a police officer, who was on leave, at his residence, at Bajengdoba on August 31.
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August - 31 
Earlier, on the night of August 31, one terrorist of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) was killed in an encounter at Madhupur-Jaisiddhi near Itakhola. An associate of the slain terrorist managed to escape.
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Earlier, on the night of August 31, one terrorist of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) was killed in an encounter at Madhupur-Jaisiddhi near Itakhola. An associate of the slain terrorist managed to escape.
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August - 31 
In an attempt to infiltrate into India from Pakistan through the Samba sector of the Line of Control (LoC), some terrorists attacked a security force post on the LoC at Regal. Retaliatory action by security forces repulsed the attack. No casualties w
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In an attempt to infiltrate into India from Pakistan through the Samba sector of the Line of Control (LoC), some terrorists attacked a security force post on the LoC at Regal. Retaliatory action by security forces repulsed the attack. No casualties were reported.
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August - 31 
In another incident, Adivasi terrorists abducted one person from Malikapur, Kokrajhar district on August 31.
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In another incident, Adivasi terrorists abducted one person from Malikapur, Kokrajhar district on August 31.
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August - 31 
In another incident, security forces busted a ULFA camp at Atongkhowa in Tirap district, Arunachal Pradesh on August 31.
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In another incident, security forces busted a ULFA camp at Atongkhowa in Tirap district, Arunachal Pradesh on August 31.
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August - 31 
In another incident, two Village Defence Committee (VDC) members and one civilian were injured in an encounter with terrorists at Keshwan in Doda district.
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In another incident, two Village Defence Committee (VDC) members and one civilian were injured in an encounter with terrorists at Keshwan in Doda district.
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August - 31 
Meanwhile, Union Defence Minister George Fernandes said on August 31 in Guwahati that agents of Pakistani Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) were very much active in Assam and other North-Eastern States and informed that the Union Home Ministry had ta
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Meanwhile, Union Defence Minister George Fernandes said on August 31 in Guwahati that agents of Pakistani Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) were very much active in Assam and other North-Eastern States and informed that the Union Home Ministry had taken ‘effective steps’ to curb activities of ISI in the region.
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August - 31 
One civilian was killed and five others including three security force personnel injured in two powerful explosions at Sumbar in Udhampur district. While one civilian was killed in the first explosion, the second explosion, which was triggered off in
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One civilian was killed and five others including three security force personnel injured in two powerful explosions at Sumbar in Udhampur district. While one civilian was killed in the first explosion, the second explosion, which was triggered off in the same location after two hours, left the three security force personnel and two civilians injured. The injured security force personnel were part of reinforcements which were rushed into the area after the first explosion. Police suspect that terrorists of the Hizb-ul Mujahideen were responsible for the two explosions.
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August - 31 
Delayed reports indicate a spurt in Maoist insurgent violence on August 31 in several parts of Nepal. The insurgents planted a bomb, which failed to explode, in a government building at Bidur. The building was however marginally damaged in a later ar
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Delayed reports indicate a spurt in Maoist insurgent violence on August 31 in several parts of Nepal. The insurgents planted a bomb, which failed to explode, in a government building at Bidur. The building was however marginally damaged in a later arson attack carried out by Maoists who also set off an explosion in a minor hydro-electric project in the same area.
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August - 31 
Maoist insurgents bombed the Vishwa Gorkha Academy in Kathmandu on August 31. There were no casualties in the attack, which left the building damaged. Earlier, on August 30, a commercial premises in the Patan Industrial Area at Lalitpur was also bomb
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Maoist insurgents bombed the Vishwa Gorkha Academy in Kathmandu on August 31. There were no casualties in the attack, which left the building damaged. Earlier, on August 30, a commercial premises in the Patan Industrial Area at Lalitpur was also bombed by insurgents. In this incident too, no casualties had been reported.
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August - 31 
On the political front, Sher Bahadur Deuba, the Coordinator of the High Level Consensus-seeking Committee and former Prime Minister, reiterated his plea, on August 31, to the Maoist leadership to agree to cease all violent actions and begin a humanit
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On the political front, Sher Bahadur Deuba, the Coordinator of the High Level Consensus-seeking Committee and former Prime Minister, reiterated his plea, on August 31, to the Maoist leadership to agree to cease all violent actions and begin a humanitarian dialogue with the government.
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*Data till , May 01, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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